"Thank you for making me laugh. It has been a hard
week and reading your book was exactly what I needed. Thank you!" -- Shana,
mother of two
"Remembering your sense of humor helps me get through
the day."-- Julia MacDonnell, writer
"Diary of a Mother is a great read for mothers and a revelation for a lot of us fathers. A must
read for both. I truly enjoyed it...” --- Larry Pontius, author of Waking
Walt
"Christine Hohlbaum has provided readers worldwide
with a companion for moms, a guide for would-be moms and a must-have addition
to your bookshelf to cheer you up at any hour." --- Lata Bhudrani, founder
of Dot Com Women
"Christine Hohlbaum is utterly
brilliant!" --- a reader from Seattle,
WA
"It was over all too soon. I laughed, cried, and laughed
some more remembering my own children's antics. I was sorely disappointed when
it ended before I was ready for it, silently begging for more.
It's a gift for any newly married couple, any couple thinking about having children,
men who think they know, mothers in the throes of their own epiphanies, grandmothers,
premarital counselors as a job tool, and single friends who don't understand. “ -- Stephane Cordray, TN.
"Diary of a Mother is
an entertaining, delightful collection of diary entries that could also be titled,
What Every Mother Thinks, But Is Afraid To Say Aloud.” -- Carla Arpin, MA.
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"I recommend this book as a nice break and
to give you a big smile and a chuckle, because many of us have been in the same
or similar situations.” -- Emily Clancy, VA.
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"Christine Hohlbaum's, Diary of a Mother,
is a must-read for all mothers and mothers-to-be. Prepare to sit back, relax
and enjoy the parenting humor that flows throughout Ms Hohlbaum's book. My personal
favorites were, Stop! In the name of the law! and Desperata, and of course,
To Erma with love. I can't leave out another favorite, "Thirty-five things
I've seen". Last, but not least, the epilogue, where Ms Hohlbaum daydreams
into the future where her children are now a bit older and off doing there own
thing with friends and she sits back and wonders just where the years have gone.
I am so looking forward to this author's next book. A big ‘thumbs up’ to you,
Christine!” -- Paula J. Schmitt, VT
***
"As a mother, I know the madness we can experience.
Christine has complied a collection of short stories of motherhood and the madness
we go through. It tells of the ups and downs, the good's and bad's of being
a full time mother. Whether you're a new mother or a seasoned one, this book
is for you. The reader will find they'll never feel alone again and will strongly
relate to the author. Each story has a different approach to the hairiness of
being a mother. Some will make you smile, others cry and constantly laughing.
Author Christine Hohlbaum is the Erma Bombeck of the 21st century, only she
adds spice and tenderness to her stories. Diary of a Mother is written
with such love, and throughout the reader knows how much Christine loves her
children and loves being a mother...” -- Kimberly Hayes, amazon reviewer
***
"Without reservation, Diary of a Mother is a superb
book that will have you laughing and running to share your stories with other
mothers and fathers. Parenting is not easy, but the journey is worth it all
in the end...” --- Rebekah Pierce, Editor-in-Chief, Average Girl, The Magazine
***
"Young mothers will feel an immediate bond
with this lovely author as she meets daily real-life challenges with humor,
courage and grace. Of course, you may not totally agree with the way she has
handled every situation. In much the same way, you won’t totally agree with
the way that you handle every situation. With children, it is a constant “think
fast!” test. Ms. Hohlbaum’s honest look at the realities of parenting today
is witty, painless, and fun. There is a chapter dedicated to Erma Bombeck. The
writing here is reminiscent of this beloved author, and I am really looking
forward to Ms. Hohlbaum’s next book.”-- Frances McColl Stewart, WVA.
***
"Diary of a Mother is a vivid journey through
the life of a mother. While most of the stories will have you grinning from
ear to ear and shaking your head in despair or approval, there are quite a few
incidents which touch your soul and teach you how important proper parenting
is for your kids as well as yourself!
Christine Hohlbaum has provided readers worldwide with a companion for moms,
a guide for would-be moms and a must-have addition to your bookshelf to cheer
you up at any hour.” -- Lata Bhudrani, India.
***
"This wife, this mother, this author has not
one but three fingers on the pulse of life because the pulse of life for her
is powerful.”-- Vera Chazen, Illustrator, NYC.
***
"I really enjoyed this book! Diary of a
Mother is a true to life, captivating read that grabbed my attention with
the first paragraph. As a mother myself, I know that the bathroom becomes your
only sanctuary! This well written collection of short stories came across the
pages, as if the author was speaking directly to me. I liked Mrs. Hohlbaum’s
descriptive writing style, the pace of her stories and the healthy blend of
humor in the midst of chaos. I believe that this book should be made into a
sitcom.” -- J.J. Caldwell, author of Stages of a Woman.
***
"Motherhood is a multifaceted crystal. The
experiences, tears and adventures are all represented on each cut face. Diary
of a Mother by Christine Louise Hohlbaum presents 27 easily digestible chapters
in this, her debut novel and pulls them together eloquently. Her ‘pull-no-punches’
approach will ride you through all the normal emotions associated with the best
unpaid job in the world and grandmothers and new mums alike will empathise with
a knowing smile. The words flow easily and the naked truth behind the sentiment
shines through.” -- Tracey Smith, France.
