To The Woman Who Ruined My Morning, Thank You!
Growing up in a rural village, our schools had budget cuts first. And, I don’t blame them, as 8 different communities had to make up less than 300 students in my high school alone. But, with the limited staffing, many students with non-prominent learning disabilities got missed. Me, included. It wasn’t until the mandatory English entry exam in College in Toronto that mine was noticed. I still remember the woman pulling me into her stark white office to tell me that I have failed the straight forward exam and that they would like to test me a bit further for a form of Dyslexia. It turns out that I had it my whole life and have just been making do.
So, to the lady telling me this morning that I should be ashamed of my writing and that Aubrey will look back on this blog and not feel proud because of my spelling errors, this one is for you. I do know the difference between to, two, and too, There, their, and they’re, your, and you’re. But, my brain struggles everyday, picking those words out as I read them. You see, my brain, because of my learning disability, adds letters into words, making them different than were written. It also skips words and doesn’t notice that they are missing. With every post I write, I read over at least 3 time out loud because that seems to be the only way, hearing it, that I can catch the lies in the font that my eyes tell my brain.
But, you see, I’m NOT Journalist, and I have never claimed to be a great writer. I was horrible in English, I am a slow reader, and yet I had the guts to start this blog 4 years ago to share my truths anyways, knowing that they wouldn’t be perfect. I don’t write for people like that lady this morning, I write for the women out there like me, living imperfectly and wanting to support each other no matter the flaws in our words. You see ma’am, my message is in the overall post, showing the realness of my life and sharing with others the true parts of being a Mom. So who cares if my learning disability messes up the details a bit, if I can help one mom not feel so alone in a struggling time, this blog is worth it. My son will see THAT and be proud of me for being honest, not on being perfect. I am raising him to not bully as you did me. But to accept the flaws in others. and I am doing a DARN GOOD JOB.
You are doing an INCREDIBLE job!
You are doing an INCREDIBLE job!
You are doing an INCREDIBLE job!
You are doing an INCREDIBLE job!
You are doing an INCREDIBLE job!
I started following you via Instagram. I was captivated by your beautiful family (I have a toddler boy and baby girl too!) and honesty (LOVE that you posted a pic of yourself in a bathing suit postpartum! Go girl!). You don’t need written words because your images speak of the beauty of motherhood on their own. I feel so sad that this happened, and that it brought you down. Keep up the good work because some of us out there appreciate it.You’re doing amazing and she must feel jealous for some reason.
I started following you via Instagram. I was captivated by your beautiful family (I have a toddler boy and baby girl too!) and honesty (LOVE that you posted a pic of yourself in a bathing suit postpartum! Go girl!). You don’t need written words because your images speak of the beauty of motherhood on their own. I feel so sad that this happened, and that it brought you down. Keep up the good work because some of us out there appreciate it.You’re doing amazing and she must feel jealous for some reason.
I started following you via Instagram. I was captivated by your beautiful family (I have a toddler boy and baby girl too!) and honesty (LOVE that you posted a pic of yourself in a bathing suit postpartum! Go girl!). You don’t need written words because your images speak of the beauty of motherhood on their own. I feel so sad that this happened, and that it brought you down. Keep up the good work because some of us out there appreciate it.You’re doing amazing and she must feel jealous for some reason.
I started following you via Instagram. I was captivated by your beautiful family (I have a toddler boy and baby girl too!) and honesty (LOVE that you posted a pic of yourself in a bathing suit postpartum! Go girl!). You don’t need written words because your images speak of the beauty of motherhood on their own. I feel so sad that this happened, and that it brought you down. Keep up the good work because some of us out there appreciate it.You’re doing amazing and she must feel jealous for some reason.
I started following you via Instagram. I was captivated by your beautiful family (I have a toddler boy and baby girl too!) and honesty (LOVE that you posted a pic of yourself in a bathing suit postpartum! Go girl!). You don’t need written words because your images speak of the beauty of motherhood on their own. I feel so sad that this happened, and that it brought you down. Keep up the good work because some of us out there appreciate it.
You’re doing amazing and she must feel jealous for some reason.
Wow! That is horrible. I’m so sorry for what that person said and how they made you feel. It’s just not right!That said, I think your blog, photos, and writing are beautiful, and I give you so much credit for going after something you enjoy, despite the struggles you have with it.
Wow! That is horrible. I’m so sorry for what that person said and how they made you feel. It’s just not right!That said, I think your blog, photos, and writing are beautiful, and I give you so much credit for going after something you enjoy, despite the struggles you have with it.
Wow! That is horrible. I’m so sorry for what that person said and how they made you feel. It’s just not right!That said, I think your blog, photos, and writing are beautiful, and I give you so much credit for going after something you enjoy, despite the struggles you have with it.
Wow! That is horrible. I’m so sorry for what that person said and how they made you feel. It’s just not right!That said, I think your blog, photos, and writing are beautiful, and I give you so much credit for going after something you enjoy, despite the struggles you have with it.
Wow! That is horrible. I’m so sorry for what that person said and how they made you feel. It’s just not right!
That said, I think your blog, photos, and writing are beautiful, and I give you so much credit for going after something you enjoy, despite the struggles you have with it.
Katie, you rock!
Katie, you rock!
Katie, you rock!
Katie, you rock!
Katie, you rock!
Good job Katie, this one was really great!xx
Good job Katie, this one was really great!xx
Good job Katie, this one was really great!xx
Good job Katie, this one was really great!xx
Good job Katie, this one was really great!
xx
You are doing a darn good job. If you need to come to a cafe and cry with me, or hide out and watch Netflix in the kitchen pantry, I’m all for it!
You are doing a darn good job. If you need to come to a cafe and cry with me, or hide out and watch Netflix in the kitchen pantry, I’m all for it!
You are doing a darn good job. If you need to come to a cafe and cry with me, or hide out and watch Netflix in the kitchen pantry, I’m all for it!
You are doing a darn good job. If you need to come to a cafe and cry with me, or hide out and watch Netflix in the kitchen pantry, I’m all for it!
You are doing a darn good job. If you need to come to a cafe and cry with me, or hide out and watch Netflix in the kitchen pantry, I’m all for it!
How sad that woman’s life must be. Raising my cup of coffee to you mama.
How sad that woman’s life must be. Raising my cup of coffee to you mama.
How sad that woman’s life must be. Raising my cup of coffee to you mama.
How sad that woman’s life must be. Raising my cup of coffee to you mama.
How sad that woman’s life must be. Raising my cup of coffee to you mama.
Well said mama! Maybe the lady who wrote that comment will learn a lesson from your response that she can implement into her own motherhood. I think this is a lesson of humility for her and as a mother I’m sure she’s regretting her negativity. At least, I hope she is! Kindness and empathy are things we all need to strive for everyday.
Well said mama! Maybe the lady who wrote that comment will learn a lesson from your response that she can implement into her own motherhood. I think this is a lesson of humility for her and as a mother I’m sure she’s regretting her negativity. At least, I hope she is! Kindness and empathy are things we all need to strive for everyday.
Well said mama! Maybe the lady who wrote that comment will learn a lesson from your response that she can implement into her own motherhood. I think this is a lesson of humility for her and as a mother I’m sure she’s regretting her negativity. At least, I hope she is! Kindness and empathy are things we all need to strive for everyday.
Well said mama! Maybe the lady who wrote that comment will learn a lesson from your response that she can implement into her own motherhood. I think this is a lesson of humility for her and as a mother I’m sure she’s regretting her negativity. At least, I hope she is! Kindness and empathy are things we all need to strive for everyday.
Well said mama! Maybe the lady who wrote that comment will learn a lesson from your response that she can implement into her own motherhood. I think this is a lesson of humility for her and as a mother I’m sure she’s regretting her negativity. At least, I hope she is! Kindness and empathy are things we all need to strive for everyday.
Growing up my Mom always said that if I can’t say something nice, don’t say it at all. I wish more people grew up with that lesson. You’re doing a great job, keep it up
Growing up my Mom always said that if I can’t say something nice, don’t say it at all. I wish more people grew up with that lesson. You’re doing a great job, keep it up
Growing up my Mom always said that if I can’t say something nice, don’t say it at all. I wish more people grew up with that lesson. You’re doing a great job, keep it up
Growing up my Mom always said that if I can’t say something nice, don’t say it at all. I wish more people grew up with that lesson. You’re doing a great job, keep it up
Growing up my Mom always said that if I can’t say something nice, don’t say it at all. I wish more people grew up with that lesson. You’re doing a great job, keep it up
I look forward to reading your blog every time I see a post come up.People are so rude, it’s refreshing seeing women lift each other up rather than tear them down. Don’t give these terrible people any thought!Great Job Katie.
I look forward to reading your blog every time I see a post come up.People are so rude, it’s refreshing seeing women lift each other up rather than tear them down. Don’t give these terrible people any thought!Great Job Katie.
I look forward to reading your blog every time I see a post come up.People are so rude, it’s refreshing seeing women lift each other up rather than tear them down. Don’t give these terrible people any thought!Great Job Katie.
I look forward to reading your blog every time I see a post come up.People are so rude, it’s refreshing seeing women lift each other up rather than tear them down. Don’t give these terrible people any thought!Great Job Katie.
I look forward to reading your blog every time I see a post come up.
People are so rude, it’s refreshing seeing women lift each other up rather than tear them down. Don’t give these terrible people any thought!
Great Job Katie.
You are an amazing inspiration and I’m so happy that you are sharing your world with us even with the challenges that may come! It’s sad, really that someone would take the time to try to tear you down. I wonder if her children would be proud of that? But what really matters is that you have a great community of women who support you, myself included!
You are an amazing inspiration and I’m so happy that you are sharing your world with us even with the challenges that may come! It’s sad, really that someone would take the time to try to tear you down. I wonder if her children would be proud of that? But what really matters is that you have a great community of women who support you, myself included!
You are an amazing inspiration and I’m so happy that you are sharing your world with us even with the challenges that may come! It’s sad, really that someone would take the time to try to tear you down. I wonder if her children would be proud of that? But what really matters is that you have a great community of women who support you, myself included!
You are an amazing inspiration and I’m so happy that you are sharing your world with us even with the challenges that may come! It’s sad, really that someone would take the time to try to tear you down. I wonder if her children would be proud of that? But what really matters is that you have a great community of women who support you, myself included!
You are an amazing inspiration and I’m so happy that you are sharing your world with us even with the challenges that may come! It’s sad, really that someone would take the time to try to tear you down. I wonder if her children would be proud of that? But what really matters is that you have a great community of women who support you, myself included!
I am also a terrible speller, and well English is not my best subject! We are all human and in this crazy motherhood journey together. Where is not about be perfect it’s about being you!
I am also a terrible speller, and well English is not my best subject! We are all human and in this crazy motherhood journey together. Where is not about be perfect it’s about being you!
I am also a terrible speller, and well English is not my best subject! We are all human and in this crazy motherhood journey together. Where is not about be perfect it’s about being you!
I am also a terrible speller, and well English is not my best subject! We are all human and in this crazy motherhood journey together. Where is not about be perfect it’s about being you!
I am also a terrible speller, and well English is not my best subject! We are all human and in this crazy motherhood journey together. Where is not about be perfect it’s about being you!
You are doing a wonderful job. I love your blog and reading your thoughts. I’m glad that woman spends so much time on your blog to notice every mistake … it’s only helping your page views 🙂
Thank you for writing this. It’s important to be reminded that what someone may see as a flaw just isn’t. Your courage and vulnerability are beautiful.
Amazing. Love you Katie Rose!!! You should be so proud of everything you’ve accomplished, and proud of all the people you’ve helped through your writing!!! I feel bad for this lady – she clearly has some type of underlying insecurity which is bad enough to make her feel she needs to try and tear others down to build herself up. In sure I’ve said this to you before, but one of my favorite quotes is totally applicable here; “it’s none of your business what other people think of you”. Keep doing what you’re doing, my love. You are an inspiration! xoxoxo
Amazing. Love you Katie Rose!!! You should be so proud of everything you’ve accomplished, and proud of all the people you’ve helped through your writing!!! I feel bad for this lady – she clearly has some type of underlying insecurity which is bad enough to make her feel she needs to try and tear others down to build herself up. In sure I’ve said this to you before, but one of my favorite quotes is totally applicable here; “it’s none of your business what other people think of you”. Keep doing what you’re doing, my love. You are an inspiration! xoxoxo
Amazing. Love you Katie Rose!!! You should be so proud of everything you’ve accomplished, and proud of all the people you’ve helped through your writing!!! I feel bad for this lady – she clearly has some type of underlying insecurity which is bad enough to make her feel she needs to try and tear others down to build herself up. In sure I’ve said this to you before, but one of my favorite quotes is totally applicable here; “it’s none of your business what other people think of you”. Keep doing what you’re doing, my love. You are an inspiration! xoxoxo
Amazing. Love you Katie Rose!!! You should be so proud of everything you’ve accomplished, and proud of all the people you’ve helped through your writing!!! I feel bad for this lady – she clearly has some type of underlying insecurity which is bad enough to make her feel she needs to try and tear others down to build herself up. In sure I’ve said this to you before, but one of my favorite quotes is totally applicable here; “it’s none of your business what other people think of you”. Keep doing what you’re doing, my love. You are an inspiration! xoxoxo
Amazing. Love you Katie Rose!!! You should be so proud of everything you’ve accomplished, and proud of all the people you’ve helped through your writing!!! I feel bad for this lady – she clearly has some type of underlying insecurity which is bad enough to make her feel she needs to try and tear others down to build herself up. In sure I’ve said this to you before, but one of my favorite quotes is totally applicable here; “it’s none of your business what other people think of you”. Keep doing what you’re doing, my love. You are an inspiration! xoxoxo
You go Girl!! I am proud of you!!
You go Girl!! I am proud of you!!
You go Girl!! I am proud of you!!
You go Girl!! I am proud of you!!
You go Girl!! I am proud of you!!
You are doing a wonderful job. I love your blog and reading your thoughts. I’m glad that woman spends so much time on your blog to notice every mistake … it’s only helping your page views 🙂
You are doing a wonderful job. I love your blog and reading your thoughts. I’m glad that woman spends so much time on your blog to notice every mistake … it’s only helping your page views 🙂
You are doing a wonderful job. I love your blog and reading your thoughts. I’m glad that woman spends so much time on your blog to notice every mistake … it’s only helping your page views 🙂
You are doing a wonderful job. I love your blog and reading your thoughts. I’m glad that woman spends so much time on your blog to notice every mistake … it’s only helping your page views 🙂
Thank you for writing this. It’s important to be reminded that what someone may see as a flaw just isn’t. Your courage and vulnerability are beautiful.
Thank you for writing this. It’s important to be reminded that what someone may see as a flaw just isn’t. Your courage and vulnerability are beautiful.
Thank you for writing this. It’s important to be reminded that what someone may see as a flaw just isn’t. Your courage and vulnerability are beautiful.
Thank you for writing this. It’s important to be reminded that what someone may see as a flaw just isn’t. Your courage and vulnerability are beautiful.