Hello mama! I’m Jackie Washam. I enjoy cooking, movies, DIY projects, traveling, being surrounded by friends and most of all my family
I’m a former full time working mother who became a sudden stay a home mother after the birth of our “surprise” third child. I have two energetic, rambunctious little boys and the sweetest little girl anyone could ask for. My husband and I have been married since I was 19 and have experienced everything life could throw at us. I am outgoing, loud and blunt. I tell it how it is, sometimes without any filters. You will find I’m very sarcastic and don’t let much get to me.
I enjoy being with other moms, encouraging each other to push through those tough times and laughing with each other during the comedic ones. I will not sugar coat it, motherhood is hard! My goal is to inspire other mothers to love themselves and embrace the life and role God has given them. There are too many expectations in this world with regards to being a “good” mom, but I like to take the rose colored glasses off and look at motherhood the way it REALLY is.
I like to use my life experiences as the driving source of my topics. NO, I don’t have everything figured out and NO, I’m not perfect! What works for me may not work for you, but I like to think I may be able to help out at least one more mama out there struggling to make it through the day. My hope is this site gives you encouragement, advice, or simply makes you laugh. We all need a little more positivity around us when the world is full of negatives.
The best medicine for a mother: drinks, laughs, and knowing we’re not alone!
Much Love,
The Reality Mom
