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Martha's Laugh Lines: The Beatles and Middle-Age
By Martha Bolton

One of my favorite Beatles tunes is Yesterday. But when I sing along to it these days, it seems a rewrite is in order. Maybe something like:

The Raving Redhead: Hammerin’ Cameron
By Teresa Roberts Logan

I went to see Avatar today. And I sorta loved it. James Cameron, his team and his movie have dazzled me.

Here’s a Thought: Putting the Fun in Fundraiser
By Taylor Mason

Sunday night I flew to Las Vegas and performed for some 3,000 people. I did “my job” but wasn't paid, at least not the way I am at my other gigs.

The Truth Hurts: Phonies
By Brad Stine

Nobody is interested in your personal phone calls. Invading my audio space is as rude as invading my physical space.

Time Out: Running on Empty Calories
By Cara Garretson

Against my better judgment, I am training for a half marathon this spring. And it’s not what I expected.

Bad Mom: Redefining 'Sexy'

March 23, 2009

By Caron Guillo

I’m getting a little worried. Websites like the Hot Moms Club and the Yummy Mummy Club are popping up all over cyberspace, but I’m not sure we’re on the same wavelength.

My initial reaction, of course, was that a hot mom is one who …

… has been pushing a preschooler on the swing set for more than ten minutes,
… is cooking grilled cheese sandwiches in a frying pan on the stove despite the fact that it’s August and the air conditioner isn’t working, and/or
… has been sent into a blinding rage by one of her children.

And, naturally, yummy mummy brings to mind a woman who …

… doesn’t force her kids to eat vegetables,
… smells like baby lotion, and/or
… got caught hiding with a spoon and a container of chocolate frosting.

All perfectly reasonable definitions.

At least that’s what I thought until I read an article in the Fatherhood Examiner telling me that, no, we’re actually talking about bombshell moms. Momshells.

For crying out loud, is nothing sacred?

Whatever happened to my excuse for sweats? My reason for not getting a comb through my hair until 3:30 pm? The explanation for my exhaustion, extra weight, fanny pack, unwashed laundry and loss of dignity?

Are these people seriously suggesting I’m expected to be sexy on top of everything else? Puh-lease!

If that’s the case, then on behalf of moms everywhere, I’d like to suggest we overthrow the traditional definition of “sexy,” staging a vocabulary coup, if you will. Is it not bad enough that the term “Desperate Housewives” has been hijacked by Hollywood?

I’ll toss out a few suggestions to get us started.

A sexy mom:

Laughs. A lot.
Is smart.
Can run a vacuum with a baby on her hip.
Plans awesome vacations on a tight budget.
Is brave.
Puts makeup on three days out of seven.
Teaches her kids pretend languages.
Takes her children out in the middle of the night to watch meteor showers. And packs hot chocolate.
Works to support the family.
Stays home to raise the kids.

So, how about you? What do you think makes a sexy mom?

Follow Caron Guillo on Twitter, or visit her A WORK IN PROGRESS blog.

Comments

Sun, 04/19/2009 - 4:38pm zenyata (not verified)

Momshells

Heck, that's the regular mom...what we have here (hopefully) are Moms who dont just help their kids ...but are also allowing them to express their sexuality towards them. Aint it that, I mean.. a Hot Mom...so should I go to hell now? Oya, I'm a huge fan of Kay Parker, too.

Wed, 03/25/2009 - 10:43am Christine Hohlbaum (not verified)

Momshell, hot mom, yummy mummy, wow

A rose is still a rose, if called by another name. Got to love Shakespeare!

The Associated Press recently interviewed me about the term momshell. It is merely another trendy word to describe what has existed for eons - fabulous, powerful women doing the very best they can in all areas of their lives.

Who can remember all the minutae of their children's day, much less their own, cook a great meal, keep the house (and said children) clean, and run a successful business all at once (or pretty darn simultaneously)?

Moms.

That people appreciate your lusciousness is not objectifying. We know we're hot - with or without curlers on our heads!

Getting caught up in words is a bit like arguing about color. Everyone has their preference so who cares? My kids have often worn a worrisome combination of shades to school. It doesn't really matter. It's not about 'anything goes', but about going with the flow and realizing this trend shall pass. I'm proud to be a hot mom. There's nothing shameful about it. After all, remember what made us moms in the first place?

Onward!

Wed, 03/25/2009 - 4:47pm Caron Guillo

Amen!

Thanks for your input, Christine! You're right, of course. There's a lot more to being a hot mom than wearing a size 6. Though size 6 again would be nice. ;-) And for those who manage it--well done!

Caron Guillo

Tue, 03/24/2009 - 7:25am Rob Garretson

As a husband of ...

... an SMOKIN' HOT mom, in the conventional sense (I'm not talking glue guns here), I don't like where this whole thing is going! Now you've got my wife adding to your list at her blog, and I fear where this is leading. ...

Mon, 03/23/2009 - 7:37pm Scott (not verified)

Redefining sexy & Momshell

sexy lines, particularly the ones around her eyes...

great curves, even when they curve lower...

looks great in heels, and still wants to wear them occasionally...

great hair, even if it's not the original color...

finds the funny side although sometimes she'd rather cry...

patience that even Job would appreciate but that few in her own home even recognize...

alternately soft and solid, in equal measure, at appropriate times...

enjoys Home Depot as much as Pottery Barn...

creates magic through kid art and doodling...

considers that a night out can also include campfires, tents, and sleeping bags.

Mon, 03/23/2009 - 8:59pm Caron Guillo

Oh, yeah

Scott,

You are so totally accepted into this conversation! Sounds like you know--and appreciate--a very sexy mom indeed. :) I hope she reads your list.

Caron Guillo

Mon, 03/23/2009 - 7:30pm Carrie McMahon Dietz (not verified)

You rock as a mom Caron

I was smokin' (literally) as I hot glued 300 tinfoil-wrapped toilet paper rolls to a dozen shower caps for my daughter's variety show act. They were no beauty school drop-outs that's for sure!

Mon, 03/23/2009 - 9:01pm Caron Guillo

Aw, thanks, Carrie!

300? Good grief, woman. You are hot!! ;-)

Caron Guillo

Mon, 03/23/2009 - 11:37am Cara Garretson

Redefining Sexy

- Plays airplane with her children in the park (doubles as a thigh-toning exercise)
- To get a laugh out of her kids, makes an utter fool of herself in public and doesn't care the least
- Smells like SPF 50
- Can make a Target t-shirt look like a million bucks because hey, it's clean
- Considers grocery shopping an 'outing'
- Has a filthy car
- Legitimizes the ponytail as a valid hair style. Every single day.
- Has a Disney character sticker somewhere on her person, and probably doesn't know it
- Spells E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G
- Considers her laugh lines signs of success

Cara Garretson - DC Suburban Mom Examiner
http://www.examiner.com/x-5425-DC-Suburban-Moms-Examiner

Mon, 03/23/2009 - 4:46pm Caron Guillo

Great Definitions

Way to go, Cara! I love the SPF 50 and Disney stickers definitions. Hehehe :)

Caron Guillo


	Home Features Humor Relationships Faith Entertainment Society Blogs Columns Online Bible NCV's Writers's Guidelines Search Columns Martha's Laugh Lines: The Beatles and Middle-Age By Martha Bolton One of my favorite Beatles tunes is Yesterday. But when I sing along to it these days, it seems a rewrite is in order. Maybe something like: The Raving Redhead: Hammerin’ Cameron By Teresa Roberts Logan I went to see Avatar today. And I sorta loved it. James Cameron, his team and his movie have dazzled me. Here’s a Thought: Putting the Fun in Fundraiser By Taylor Mason Sunday night I flew to Las Vegas and performed for some 3,000 people. I did “my job” but wasn't paid, at least not the way I am at my other gigs. The Truth Hurts: Phonies By Brad Stine Nobody is interested in your personal phone calls. Invading my audio space is as rude as invading my physical space. Time Out: Running on Empty Calories By Cara Garretson Against my better judgment, I am training for a half marathon this spring. And it’s not what I expected. Home » Column » Bad Mom: Redefining 'Sexy' Bad Mom: Redefining 'Sexy' March 23, 2009 By Caron Guillo I’m getting a little worried. Websites like the Hot Moms Club and the Yummy Mummy Club are popping up all over cyberspace, but I’m not sure we’re on the same wavelength. My initial reaction, of course, was that a hot mom is one who … … has been pushing a preschooler on the swing set for more than ten minutes, … is cooking grilled cheese sandwiches in a frying pan on the stove despite the fact that it’s August and the air conditioner isn’t working, and/or … has been sent into a blinding rage by one of her children. And, naturally, yummy mummy brings to mind a woman who … … doesn’t force her kids to eat vegetables, … smells like baby lotion, and/or … got caught hiding with a spoon and a container of chocolate frosting. All perfectly reasonable definitions. At least that’s what I thought until I read an article in the Fatherhood Examiner telling me that, no, we’re actually talking about bombshell moms. Momshells. For crying out loud, is nothing sacred? Whatever happened to my excuse for sweats? My reason for not getting a comb through my hair until 3:30 pm? The explanation for my exhaustion, extra weight, fanny pack, unwashed laundry and loss of dignity? Are these people seriously suggesting I’m expected to be sexy on top of everything else? Puh-lease! If that’s the case, then on behalf of moms everywhere, I’d like to suggest we overthrow the traditional definition of “sexy,” staging a vocabulary coup, if you will. Is it not bad enough that the term “Desperate Housewives” has been hijacked by Hollywood? I’ll toss out a few suggestions to get us started. A sexy mom: Laughs. A lot. Is smart. Can run a vacuum with a baby on her hip. Plans awesome vacations on a tight budget. Is brave. Puts makeup on three days out of seven. Teaches her kids pretend languages. Takes her children out in the middle of the night to watch meteor showers. And packs hot chocolate. Works to support the family. Stays home to raise the kids. So, how about you? What do you think makes a sexy mom? Follow Caron Guillo* on Twitter, or visit her A WORK IN PROGRESS blog.* Share: Del.icio.us \| Digg \| Reddit \| Stumbleupon \| Permalink Comments Sun, 04/19/2009 - 4:38pm zenyata (not verified) Momshells Heck, that's the regular mom...what we have here (hopefully) are Moms who dont just help their kids ...but are also allowing them to express their sexuality towards them. Aint it that, I mean.. a Hot Mom...so should I go to hell now? Oya, I'm a huge fan of Kay Parker, too. reply Wed, 03/25/2009 - 10:43am Christine Hohlbaum (not verified) Momshell, hot mom, yummy mummy, wow A rose is still a rose, if called by another name. Got to love Shakespeare! The Associated Press recently interviewed me about the term momshell. It is merely another trendy word to describe what has existed for eons - fabulous, powerful women doing the very best they can in all areas of their lives. Who can remember all the minutae of their children's day, much less their own, cook a great meal, keep the house (and said children) clean, and run a successful business all at once (or pretty darn simultaneously)? Moms. That people appreciate your lusciousness is not objectifying. We know we're hot - with or without curlers on our heads! Getting caught up in words is a bit like arguing about color. Everyone has their preference so who cares? My kids have often worn a worrisome combination of shades to school. It doesn't really matter. It's not about 'anything goes', but about going with the flow and realizing this trend shall pass. I'm proud to be a hot mom. There's nothing shameful about it. After all, remember what made us moms in the first place? Onward! reply Wed, 03/25/2009 - 4:47pm Caron Guillo Amen! Thanks for your input, Christine! You're right, of course. There's a lot more to being a hot mom than wearing a size 6. Though size 6 again would be nice. ;-) And for those who manage it--well done! Caron Guillo reply Tue, 03/24/2009 - 7:25am Rob Garretson As a husband of ... ... an SMOKIN' HOT mom, in the conventional sense (I'm not talking glue guns here), I don't like where this whole thing is going! Now you've got my wife adding to your list at her blog, and I fear where this is leading. ... reply Mon, 03/23/2009 - 7:37pm Scott (not verified) Redefining sexy & Momshell sexy lines, particularly the ones around her eyes... great curves, even when they curve lower... looks great in heels, and still wants to wear them occasionally... great hair, even if it's not the original color... finds the funny side although sometimes she'd rather cry... patience that even Job would appreciate but that few in her own home even recognize... alternately soft and solid, in equal measure, at appropriate times... enjoys Home Depot as much as Pottery Barn... creates magic through kid art and doodling... considers that a night out can also include campfires, tents, and sleeping bags. reply Mon, 03/23/2009 - 8:59pm Caron Guillo Oh, yeah Scott, You are so totally accepted into this conversation! Sounds like you know--and appreciate--a very sexy mom indeed. :) I hope she reads your list. Caron Guillo reply Mon, 03/23/2009 - 7:30pm Carrie McMahon Dietz (not verified) You rock as a mom Caron I was smokin' (literally) as I hot glued 300 tinfoil-wrapped toilet paper rolls to a dozen shower caps for my daughter's variety show act. They were no beauty school drop-outs that's for sure! reply Mon, 03/23/2009 - 9:01pm Caron Guillo Aw, thanks, Carrie! 300? Good grief, woman. You are hot!! ;-) Caron Guillo reply Mon, 03/23/2009 - 11:37am Cara Garretson Redefining Sexy - Plays airplane with her children in the park (doubles as a thigh-toning exercise) - To get a laugh out of her kids, makes an utter fool of herself in public and doesn't care the least - Smells like SPF 50 - Can make a Target t-shirt look like a million bucks because hey, it's clean - Considers grocery shopping an 'outing' - Has a filthy car - Legitimizes the ponytail as a valid hair style. Every single day. - Has a Disney character sticker somewhere on her person, and probably doesn't know it - Spells E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G - Considers her laugh lines signs of success Cara Garretson - DC Suburban Mom Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5425-DC-Suburban-Moms-Examiner reply Mon, 03/23/2009 - 4:46pm Caron Guillo Great Definitions Way to go, Cara! I love the SPF 50 and Disney stickers definitions. Hehehe :) Caron Guillo reply Post new comment Your name: * E-mail: * The content of this field is kept private and will not be shown publicly. Homepage: Subject: Comment: * Web page addresses and e-mail addresses turn into links automatically. Allowed HTML tags: <a> <em> <b> <i> <strong> <cite> <code> <ul> <ol> <li> <dl> <dt> <dd> <object> <param> <embed> <blockquote> <sup> <sub> <strike> Lines and paragraphs break automatically. More information about formatting options All contents copyright © 2008, Digital Publishing Corporation. All rights reserved. Advertise with us! 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