Today is my SITS Day and I am just the happiest girl in the blogosphere right now! I have waited so long for this special day and I couldn’t be more excited! I recently mentioned that I had a scheduled post ready to go live this morning about a really hot topic that would generate lots of discussion. Obviously, that post will have to wait until Wednesday because I officially received the email over the weekend that today would be my SITS Day. So let’s get this party started!!!
When I first began my blog SITS was the very first community I joined. I knew once I got to know Tiffany and Heather as well as their Mission it was certainly a group I wanted to belong to. If you are new to The Secret is in the Sauce be sure to go check out their site because they created a wonderful community to affiliate yourself and your blog with. In fact, some of my closest bloggy friends are those I found through SITS.
If you are already a faithful reader of Theta Mom you know how much I adore my followers so keep reading because I may just surprise you with something you don’t already know and for those of you who are new to Theta Mom, welcome! I am so happy you are here!
Many often think (before reading my blog) that my blog has some connection to a sorority. This actually couldn’t be farther from the truth. As I write in my About page, I explain that once I became a mother I defined myself as an Alpha Mom but quickly realized I was also a Beta Mom. I then recognized as mothers, we are all in this together and deep down there is part Alpha and part Beta in all of us – which makes us Theta Moms – The True, Authentic Moms. [The-T-A] We are authentic because we live authentic lives. Life isn’t perfect and neither are our kids. Coming to this revelation is truly when Theta Mom was born.
My Mission expresses that once I became pregnant for the first time I felt like there was a secret code among mothers that wasn’t totally offered or shared. Even the tons of books I read about pregnancy and “what to expect” that first year didn’t fully spell-it-out for me. I actually feel the same way about motherhood. Why didn’t anyone tell me the real deal about motherhood? Although I love my children more than anything in the world the reality of this “role” was never clearly defined for me. So, I decided to break that secret code or at least maybe the silence and began the dialogue about what it really means to be a Theta Mom.
I always had a passion for writing so partnering that with a vision of beginning the conversation with other moms about the role of motherhood is truly what inspired me to create Theta Mom. Along with my love for writing I also began this blog because I knew I wanted to connect with other women. I cannot even begin to tell you how many inspiring, creative and amazing women I have met since my blog’s inception. Through this platform I realized that I was indeed beginning a conversation that other mothers could relate to. I was creating a community all its own.
Based on my amazing blogging experience and growth thus far, I knew it was the perfect time to launch Theta Mom Community which was introduced to the blogging world a mere three weeks ago. We are over 200 members strong and we continue to grow. Theta Mom Community is a place that encourages social networking and fosters the support of bloggers through a space all its own. I would LOVE for you to check out TMC and all it has to offer and join us! Just click Theta Mom Community on the navigation bar or click here.
Having said that, whether you are a veteran blogger or just starting out, I thought I would share some of my favorite posts on blogging that are definitely worth a read:
3 Secrets to Getting ‘Return’ Blog Followers
Build Your Following Through the Power of Social Media
And here are three more of my absolute favorites:
Carrie Bradshaw Would Be a Theta Mom
And if you like what you read, I would love for you to follow or subscribe to Theta Mom! You can also become a fan on Facebook and follow me on Twitter and be sure to tell me you found me through SITS!
I really hope you enjoy taking a look around and spending some time with me. I can’t wait to “meet” each of you and get to know you better. Please be sure to leave me a comment so I know where I can find you!
Thanks again to The SITS girls for featuring my blog because I really feel like queen for a day! And I look forward to continuing the conversation and connecting with you because at the end of the day, isn’t that what this blogging thing is all about?
Congrats and happy SITS Day! I see lots to explore here this morning!
.-= Jeanne @ Inspiring Ideas´s last blog ..The No-Egg Egg Tree for Easter =-.
i am SO happy it’s your SITS DAY!! and i’m excited to come back and read more about the topic you originally planned to write!
.-= Alabaster Cow´s last blog ..product review: earth balance natural buttery spread =-.
Happy SITS day! I have bookmarked your page and am going to go check it out!
.-= Dusty´s last blog ..What’s Your Bad Habit? =-.
Theta moms. I love it! Hope you have a great SITS day.
.-= Stephanie Faris´s last blog ..New Study Depresses Everyone =-.
Yay for SITS day!!
I just found your blog last week and now it’s your “Queen for a Day” day. Thanks for sharing your insights with us and I can’t wait to read more.
I’m now a follower of Theta Mom, because I’m one, too!
This is so fantastic! You know you are one of my faves! Congratulations on your SITS Day!!!
Wow, what a fabulous blog!
.-= Rebekah C´s last blog ..Newsflash: Doctors Ban Bowel Movements =-.
CONGRATS!!!
You so deserve this feature!!! SITS is awesome!
.-= Complicated Mama´s last blog ..“You were more attractive blonde”…and other tactless things people say =-.
Congrats on your SITS day! How cool that you started your own community. I’m not a mom (yet!) but I love connecting with smart women bloggers. So thankful to SITS for introducing me to so many of them!
.-= Melissa @Cellulite Investigation´s last blog ..The Digestion Dossier: Identifying a Food Sensitivity =-.
Happy SITS Day! I am already a follower of yours
.-= Simply Stacie´s last blog ..Organically Hatched Review & Giveaway =-.
Have an awesome SITS day!
.-= Jodi´s last blog ..I Know, I Know, But An Idea Whose Time Has Come! =-.
What can I say… I love coming by and reading about my life in your blog, because as another Theta mom, I go through the same stuff!
Happy SITS day! So glad I found out that I’m a Theta Mom too! I’m having a great time reading your posts and lurking around your blog.
Happy SITS Day! I love SITS, it is the only blogger site I always visit. It helps to get the daily emails from SITS to remind me of it. I have so much on my mind, I couldn’t possibly remember all of the sites I belong to. If you site is anything like SITS, I will love it! I will join right after I write this comment!
I hope you will visit my blog: http://www.twin-talk.com
Great blog ideas! Thanks!
.-= Caitlin´s last blog ..Photo Story Friday & What Did You Get Right? =-.
Congratulations on your SITS day!
Happy sits day!
Congrats on your SITS Day…I hope you enjoy it to the fullest. I love your blog!!! ;0)
Girl, you are a perfect featured blogger- you really embody what SITS is all about. I am so excited for you, and I hope your day brings you even more readers. Once someone visits your blog, you know they’ll be back. Happy SITS day!!
.-= Ashley @ Just Another Mom of 2´s last blog ..Saturday Spotlight: Mommy Moment =-.
Theta Moms rule! I totally love you and everything you’re about. Happy SITS Day and so glad to find another fun bloggy buddy!
Congratulations on your SITS Day!!!! I was so excited when I saw your blog name announced this morning. Very well deserved! Enjoy your day!
Congrats on your SITS day! Thanks for the links for better blogging too!
.-= Kita´s last blog ..Foodnetwork = soft core food porn? =-.
You should feel like a queen for a day! Great posting. Our blogs are similar though I’ve just started mine. Love your site and am following. Hope you will check mine out too- would love your feedback.
Andrea
http://www.greatthoughts.com
Happy SITs Day! Love your community and I follow you and I’m your fan already, so I know everyone will enjoy visiting your blog!
stopping by to say Hail to the Queen! Happy SITS day lady!
.-= Teresha@ Marlie and Me´s last blog ..Baby Log: Week 31 =-.
Happy SITS day!
.-= Rebekah @ Mom-In-A-Million´s last blog ..Weekend Adventures: The Smithsonian Annual Kite Festival =-.
Happy SITS day!!!!!
.-= Amy´s last blog ..confession of a Flylady wannabe!~ =-.
Happy SITS Day! I am a new member and really excited about finding your site! I will be looking around today. Have a fabulous week =) Congrats!
Denice
.-= Denice´s last blog ..Hey Dude Skincare™ =-.
Hey there! Happy SITS day!
.-= Kari´s last blog ..That’s My Boy! – Parts 2 & 3 =-.
Happy Sits Day!!! Congrats!
.-= Dana´s last blog ..I think I may have found something new…maybe a new hobby =-.
Happy SITS day! Congrats!
.-= shelly´s last blog ..You’re Invited! =-.
Happy Sistas Day to you! Enjoy and I will now peruse your featured posts.
Congratulations on your SITS Day!
Your blog looks really neat, I am looking forward to reading more of it!
Happy SITS day to you! What a groovy looking blog you have here, I’m going to check it all out now!
.-= Becki@BloggingObsession´s last blog ..Who is God? =-.
Huge congrats!
Well worth it;)
Happy SITS day!
.-= Heidi Walker´s last blog ..Toss This Baby! =-.
Happy SITS day. It is really nice to meet you!
.-= rebecca d´s last blog ..Musings & Owies…. =-.
Happy SITS Day. I got so excited when I saw you were the featured blogger I almost choked on my coffee, until I realized that caffeine is my most important resource.
.-= Completely Eclipsed´s last blog ..Interview with The Single Girl =-.
Happy SITS day!!
.-= Accustomed Chaos´s last blog ..Coming Out of Winter Hibernation! =-.
Happy SITS day! You know I love ya already! You deserve a special day.
Happy SITS day. Your blog is great. I’ll be back often.
.-= Reading Rosie´s last blog ..Just As I Am…..Coffee Addict =-.
Congrats on your day!!!! You deserved it!
.-= Julie {Angry Julie Monday}´s last blog ..Spotlight Saturday 03.21 to 03.27.10 =-.
Congratulations on your SITS day! I love the idea of The True, Authentic Mom! Best of luck!
.-= Diva´s last blog ..Love in a catalog =-.
Yay! Congrats on your SITS day! I already follow and love your vision. I, too, feel that I was welcomed into some strange sisterhood upon giving birth and blog about it on a post that I will list here! I luuuuv being honest and REAL about Motherhood!
.-= Kristy´s last blog ..Welcome to the Club (What’s the Secret Password?) =-.
Happy SITS Day!
.-= Danielle´s last blog ..Be Nice Prenatal Giveaway! =-.
congrats!! you know what i was just thinking??? i found your blog last summer, back when you started blogging. I remember having a few short conversations with you and commenting about how I loved your blog.
then, we moved in september and i sorta lost touch with all the blogs I had visited. yes, I remember your blog before you had this awesomely incredible layout going!!!
anyway, i feel like i’ve watched you grow into a super-blogger! (i feel special!)
😉
.-= Work, Wife, Mom… Life! (Julia)´s last blog ..Your potty-training one-stop-shop! (Not Me!) =-.
Happy SITS Day!
.-= Margaret´s last blog ..Favorite Things… =-.
Happy SITS Day! Well deserved too!
.-= Stephanie @ Figments´s last blog ..Babysitter, mind if I steal you away? =-.
Happy SITS Day!
.-= Karin´s last blog ..Shred It Up! =-.
Happy Sits day. Love this, I’m your newest follower
.-= mamapoekie´s last blog ..Quote of the day =-.