One of the harsh realities of motherhood is the near-constant absence of private bathroom time, a sentiment that inspired the book, I Just Want to Use the Bathroom in Peace, along with its sequels, including the newly released I STILL Just Want to Use the Bathroom in Peace. Edited by Kansas City author Laura Wells, these self-published collections showcase the contributions of 40 esteemed mom bloggers, exploring challenging themes like adolescent issues (e.g., “An Open Letter to My Daughter: My Mother Was Right, and You Should Believe I Am Too”) and the chaos of family dinners (“Flames, Knives, and Fear: A Family Meal”).
“Being a mom can feel isolating,” states Wells, the mind behind the blog People I Want to Strangle and a mother of two. “If you don’t find humor in it, the alternative can be overwhelming, so it’s important to seek out laughter.”
Transforming the challenges of motherhood into a source of humor has resonated widely. Since the publication of its first edition in 2013, I Just Want… has gained remarkable popularity, even landing on The New York Times bestseller list—an impressive accomplishment for a self-published work.
While accolades from the publishing world are significant, Sarah Thompson, a contributor to The Mid and writer of the blog Let Me Begin by Saying, believes the book’s triumph highlights the joy of blogging. “Every mother carries a story,” she notes. “Not all are aware of how to articulate it. There’s nothing more rewarding than sharing a narrative either online or in print and hearing from another woman who feels understood and less alone.” Even in the restroom, this connection matters.
Wells envisions both books finding a place on the shelves of every bathroom: “A woman can shut the door and enjoy a brief essay,” she suggests. “No need to keep track of complex plots or character arcs. Just pure humor.” What more could a mom ask for?
The titles I Just Want to Use the Bathroom in Peace, I Just Want to Be Alone, and I STILL Just Want to Use the Bathroom in Peace are available for purchase on platforms such as Amazon, Kindle, and iTunes. For more on the topic of home insemination, consider checking out this blog post: BabyMaker Home Intracervical Insemination Syringe Kit Combo. Additionally, for those interested in understanding genetic diseases, this resource is an authority on the subject. If you’re looking for a comprehensive overview of the procedure, this Wikipedia page is an excellent resource for pregnancy and home insemination.
In summary, the struggles of motherhood, particularly the longing for solitude, are humorously captured in these anthologies. They not only provide a platform for shared experiences but also serve as a source of comfort and laughter for mothers everywhere.