Mama Said There'd Be Days Like This: Refreshing Rest Stops for Moms on the Run (Hearts at Home Books) [Paperback]

Jenn Doucette (Author)

Book Description

Series: Hearts at Home Books | Publication Date: February 1, 2007

Mothers often feel they are running as fast as they can to keep up or to stay just ahead of those who want a piece of their time, energy, and self. Author, speaker, and mother Jenn Doucette offers a humorous and insightful look at how every mom on the run can head for much–needed rest stops by:

• experiencing girl time
• choosing contentment
• setting boundaries and achieve freedom
• getting a grip on emotions
• giving themselves a break

With comedic flair, Doucette confesses to her own failings as well as God’s successes in the face of them, reminding mothers that it is healthy to laugh, take a break, and practice grace.

Product Details

• Paperback: 179 pages
• Publisher: Harvest House Publishers (February 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0736919392
• ISBN-13: 978-0736919395
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,938,734 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Laugh-Out Loud Encouragement for Busy Moms, February 22, 2007

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Dena Dyer (Amarillo, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mama Said There'd Be Days Like This: Refreshing Rest Stops for Moms on the Run (Hearts at Home Books) (Paperback)

Jenn Doucette is a mom in the trenches, who writes with wisdom and humor about all the "stuff" of mommyhood. I loved her stories and the honesty with which she shared her own struggles and weaknesses. As an avid journaler, I also liked the questions for reflection she included at the end of each chapter. Moms who need a dose of encouragement will thoroughly enjoy this book. I recommend it wholeheartedly!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Refreshing Rest Stop, April 13, 2007

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Marybeth Whalen "Mom of Six" (North Carolina) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mama Said There'd Be Days Like This: Refreshing Rest Stops for Moms on the Run (Hearts at Home Books) (Paperback)

I read Jenn's book after waiting anxiously to receive it. Her first book, The Velveteen Mommy, was so good I couldn't wait to get my hands on this one! What The Velveteen Mommy does for moms of little children, this one does for moms who have moved on to the next stage, which is definitely me. I am in that stage of running so much, I meet myself coming and going! My husband and I pass each other in the revolving door of our house-- and hope we can keep a marriage running in those stolen moments. Jenn addresses all of this with humor and hope that is a balm to every mom's soul. Check this book out if you need a heapin' helpin' of encouragment!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars HILARIOUS LOOK AT REAL-LIFE MOMHOOD, April 2, 2007

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Heather Ivester (Georgia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mama Said There'd Be Days Like This: Refreshing Rest Stops for Moms on the Run (Hearts at Home Books) (Paperback)

This book had me laughing throughout. Jenn Doucette is one funny lady, a gal who's not afraid to admit her quirks and foibles -- so that those of us who feel EXACTLY the same way can feel some relief. We're not alone! :)

Sprinkled with a healthy dose of hard-earned wisdom, Doucette has the comedic rhythm that makes this book a joy to read. In fact, it can be downright embarrassing when you burst out laughing "HA HA HA! ME TOO!" in the doctor's office. (oops.)

This would be a great pick-me-up gift for moms in the busy child-raising years. There seems to be no lack of books for moms-to-be and newborn moms -- as well as plenty of advice-giving parenting tomes. Doucette's book fills in the gap needed when we're feeling like we just need a girlfriend to say, "I'm with you. I'm tired, my car's a mess, but I love God, I love my kids, and I love being a mom!!"

--Mom 2 Mom Connection