Before even opening this site the title intrigued me, if only because the word “MOM” was capitalized while the word “pop” was not. Then I opened it.
Woh! Holy bright colors Batman!! Who threw up the neon? I expected to find a lot of political, social, and worldly events deeply discussed in a blog that appears to be controlled by an author who experienced the 50’s or 60’s. Let’s just say I was interested, yet afraid, to find out what this bright bomb held for my viewing eyes.
I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised. I usually avoid “political” type blogs. I would rather decipher the skid marks on underwear, but this lady has a way with words. She makes even the most mundane and boring political event bring out a chuckle in even the most anti-political types (like me.) She even made some sense out of a few things that were perplexing to me, as far as the political fields are concerned.
This woman has a way with words. In one breath you’re likely to get a whiff of political action, current events, and family life. This woman covers it all with a humor that is low key, yet apparent.
She is a freelance writer, an independent film maker, and a mother of two. Yes, she does have stories to tell and a unique way of getting them across. This blog doesn’t settle on one topic, or fall into one category. The author appears to let her writing take her wherever it chooses and both she and the reader seem to benefit from this course of action.
The design fails to do the written word justice, but I think the written word takes precedence above and beyond all else in all matters pertaining to blogging. The header isn’t exactly centered, but oh well. I like the personal touch of the pictures at the top and the colors do wake you up. The site is easy to navigate and it’s not too cluttered. The design is mediocre at best, but the writing more than makes up for it.
There aren’t a lot of bells or whistles, but again, I think the main focal point of this blog is the writing. There is a very informative “About Me” section that didn’t bore me to tears, gave me some much needed background on the author, and gave me a good starting point. She does tend to spice things up with the periodical graphic, which is a nice touch.
All in all, this blog isn’t much to look at visually, but once you dive into what the author is saying, the rest doesn’t really matter. This MOM really dishes the pop culture, and then some. You don’t have to be a wife and mother to “get” this blog, but it would definitely help. Although there are many facets to this woman’s life, it is apparent that she is first a wife and a mother and then everything else. However, there is so much to be found and so much ground covered that there is something for everyone here. It may not become a daily read, but you’re sure to get a laugh or two out of the deal.