Recently, I was invited to join a wonderful group of Mom Bloggers. These women get together on a regular basis to share what they have learned, and to help better themselves not just as Mommas but also as bloggers. This group is called the SoMoms.
Screen shot from Mommy Mundo’s site
Prior to being invited to becoming a SoMom, I had been following many of the mommas on different social media sites already, but I had yet to meet everyone in person. On June 15th we had a small event (think General Assembly) where almost all of the mommas were present at a brunch that was catered by WineBar. Wine Bar is just upstairs from Cafe 1771, and they are both smack dab in the middle of Ortigas Center.
We enjoyed the privacy of one of the rooms set aside for smaller functions. It was intimate but it was also big enough to accomodate the whole group. (There are quite a few of us!)
I was super excited to meet many of the SoMoms for the first time.
I had eaten at Cafe 1771 a couple of times before with Nino. If Wine Bar had fare similar to Cafe 1771, then I was sure to enjoy not just the company, but brunch as well. This was a gathering of all the mommas, (founding SoMoms and new members) their businesses, and their advocacies. (Many of the SoMoms are also momprenuers.) We even had a mini bazaar of sorts so that everyone could take advantage of the fact that we were all together in one place!
As Mommas, aren’t we always looking for ways to better ourselves?
We started our morning with brief introductions and pleasant banter complete with coffee, while we shopped the mini bazaar.
Paper Chic Studio had the assorted straws I was looking for and the washi tape!!
Green Sproutlets is a line of clothing for kids ages 0-5 years that is organic and eco-friendly. I love this little Tee. “Be Respectful.”
Two Tots had quite a few owl accessories that were perfect for Gellibean.
Hopscotch Kids Nail Polish allows me to paint Gelli’s toes without worry because, it’s water based and is toxin free. Tin also shared that it can be found right here in Alabang at Sesou! Yay for not having to leave Alabang!
Willow Clothing can be found at The Ramp Crossings. I LOVE my new top I received as a raffle prize! (YES-we even had raffle prizes!! ) Thanks Pam!
Nurture Nook was there with a bunch of cute things not just for babies, but big kids too!
Before we started with formal introductions and powerpoint presentations so we could get to know each other better, we feasted on a brunch that was perfectly balanced. I was able to enjoy a little bit of everything from the Mini Pancakes to the Savory Bacon and Rosemary Muffins.
I made sure to have the vinagrete, knowing fully well that I would be trying one of everything on the buffet!
Veggie Fritatta, Salmon Lasagna, and Chicken Piccata
My weakness in life: Cheese. Croque Madame…YES, PLEASE.
I definitely had more than my share of macarons, but they were just so light I couldn’t stop at one. In fairness, I did wait until everyone was packing up and ready to go before I had my uhm-fourth macaron. Shhh!
While this wasn’t the first time I had met everyone from SoMoms, this was the first time that the founding SoMoms and the new members were all together. Maybe you could even call it our first General Assembly, like Jackie referred to it. We all introduced ourselves, our reasons for blogging and a little bit about our motherhood in the process. Some introductions were really funny, some were super informative, and some (like mine) were a bit emotional. Even just thinking about it now, reinforces the fact that SO many of the SoMoms are so different, but yet so alike. It’s our “motherhood” that brings us together even if we all come from so many different places.
Founding SoMoms and New SoMoms and SoDad all together. Photo Credit Michelle Lim
If my children are my greatest teachers, it’s the other mommas who I spend time with and learn from that are a source of inspiration. Thank you everyone for the warm welcome into the SoMoms.
Check out these Mommas!
Candy-The Corporate Housewife Mom
Jenny-Chronicles of a Nursing Mom,
Me 🙂 Momma ‘N Manila
Tiffany-Breakfast With Tiffany
If you are interested in reserving a private room at Wine Bar or you would like to make reservations you can call (02) 470-6559. You can also contact Cafe 1771 for inquiries at the same number.