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I Just Want to Pee Alone – A Book Review

Posted on May 7, 2013 by captaincreed

 

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I have written this post about three different times.  I will fully admit that I am intimidated by the prospect of reviewing a work created by 37 creative, funny, honest, witty moms.  A book that, when it arrived in the mail, had my wife laughing to the point of tears within 30 seconds of breaking the binding.  A book that I didn’t get to read for several days because it was liberated by said wife – who continued to read, laugh, and repeat.

I Just Want to Pee Alone, written by “Some Kick Ass Mom Bloggers” is not for everyone.  If you don’t have a sense of humor – don’t read it.  If you have never been pooped or peed on (or aren’t getting ready to experience such niceties) – don’t read it.

As evidenced by my wife’s reaction, moms will relate to and enjoy this book.  But they are not the only ones.  I enjoyed the book.  And though I have never experienced the pregnancy, the hormones, the waxing (thank goodness), the shaving, the nursing, or the (how can I put this mildly) bodily changes – I appreciated each of these essays.

What got me was that underneath the layer of humor, in each essay there was a sincere, authentic reflection of a personal motherhood experience.  Many made me appreciate my wife more.  Parenting, or in the case of this book, motherhood, can, at times, be a lonely, unforgiving experience.  Sometimes you need to vent.  Sometimes you need to laugh.  Sometimes you just need to share.  Sometimes you need to express yourself without a filter.  This book does all of that.

What is great about this collection is that it is comprised of short essays – which makes for convenient reading in between parenting duties.  It is a quick read with a hardy laugh guaranteed.

Dads- Now if you really want to gift this book right – wrap it up, leave it in the bathroom, take the kids to the park and let your wife enjoy the book in solitude.  Just be sure to warn the neighbors of the impending shrieks of laughter that may resonate.  Then when she finishes – read it yourself.

Moms- What are you waiting for?  Go ahead and order this book.  When you are done share it with a friend.

Why pee alone when you can do it while reading this book.  Order now.

Did you finish the book and need more material to read?  Or do you want a free preview?  Visit each of the authors’ sites.  Enjoy.

People I Want to Punch in the Throat
   Insane in the Mom Brain


The Divine Secrets of a Domestic Diva
   Baby Sideburns


Rants From Mommyland
  You Know it Happens at Your House Too


The Underachiever’s Guide to Being a Domestic Goddess
   My Life and Kids


Bad Parenting Moments
   Let Me Start By Saying
   Frugalista Blog


Suburban Snapshots
   Ninja Mom
   Four Plus an Angel
   Honest Mom


Binkies and Briefcases
   Naps Happen
   Kelley’s Break Room


Toulouse & Tonic
   HouseTalkN
   Hollow Tree Ventures


The Fordeville Diaries
   Snarkfest
   Mom’s New Stage
   Nurse Mommy Laughs


The Dose of Reality
   The Mom of the Year
   Life on Peanut Layne


Momaical
   Cloudy, With a Chance of Wine
   Confessions of a Cornfed Girl


I Love Them Most When They’re Sleeping
   Random Handprints
   RachRiot


You’re My Favorite Today
   Funny is Family
   My Real Life

Special thanks to Kim Bongiorno for giving me an opportunity to review this book.

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  • 17 thoughts on “I Just Want to Pee Alone – A Book Review”

    1. Amy - Funny is Family says:
      May 7, 2013 at 6:46 am

      This? This is a great review. You may have written it three times, but you nailed it. Thank you!

      Reply
    2. Anna says:
      May 7, 2013 at 7:11 am

      Thanks for the awesome review!!

      Reply
    3. BadParentingMoments (@BPMbadassmama) says:
      May 7, 2013 at 7:12 am

      Thank you so much for your kick-ass, thoughtful and well written review. I like you.

      Reply
    4. Tara YKIHAYHT says:
      May 7, 2013 at 7:24 am

      Thank you for your awesome review my dear Captain! You get it. You REALLY get it. Thank you, thank you.

      Reply
    5. Meredith says:
      May 7, 2013 at 7:48 am

      Perfect review and we are so glad you enjoyed!

      Reply
    6. Michelle says:
      May 7, 2013 at 7:58 am

      Thanks for the kick-ass review, Captain!! You just wooed at least 37 women with that, just so ya know.

      Reply
    7. anna says:
      May 7, 2013 at 8:35 am

      Thanks so much for this great review, parenting is so much better with a sense of humor!

      Reply
    8. Susan@The Divine Secrets of a Domestic Diva says:
      May 7, 2013 at 10:25 am

      Thanks for the review! looking forward to checking out the rest of your site!

      Reply
    9. Kerry Rossow (@HouseTalkN) says:
      May 7, 2013 at 10:54 am

      Thank you so much for the awesomesauce review!

      Reply
    10. hollow tree ventures says:
      May 7, 2013 at 1:12 pm

      This review is just fantastic! Thanks so much for giving the dad’s perspective – it’s really great to know that guys can relate, too. 🙂

      Reply
    11. RachRiot says:
      May 7, 2013 at 2:24 pm

      Wowza! Thanks so much! I love it when men love our book, too.

      Reply
    12. nursemommylaughs says:
      May 7, 2013 at 5:34 pm

      Thanks so much, Cap’n! As moms we are always looking for good seamen to share our journey! Great job!

      Reply
    13. Amy (My Real Life) says:
      May 7, 2013 at 10:40 pm

      Hey! Thanks for the review! You have to laugh and it’s so much better to laugh with others than to laugh alone!

      Reply
    14. Tracy @ Momaical says:
      May 8, 2013 at 10:14 am

      Dude, you rock! Thanks for the awesome review!

      Reply
    15. Frugalistablog says:
      May 8, 2013 at 7:34 pm

      What a great review! Thank you! And thank you for also ‘getting’ the nitty gritty of our essays and why we do what we do. I’m a fan!

      Reply
      1. poopdeckcapt says:
        May 9, 2013 at 6:24 am

        I am absolutely blown away by all the kind comments! Thank you all!

        Reply
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