Have you ever seen those stickers and t-shirts that say, “I’m a teacher, what’s your superpower?” Maybe insert “nurse, mailman, or [whatever else]” for teacher. Well, I might not be a teacher anymore, but I am a mom, and by default, that means I have a number of superpowers. There are things I can do that no one else in my house has the power to do, and while they may not be as glamours as shooting fire from the palm of my hands, these powers are still pretty cool. (I’m being very liberal with my use of the world “cool,” by the way.) As such, I expect my invitation to the Justice League to arrive any day now.
Enhanced Vision
Thanks to my super enhanced vision, I’m able to spot items that are too small to be seen with the naked eye. This comes in very handy around the house, and I often become The Finder of the Things.

Step aside, Superman. Your microscopic vision has nothing on mine. The only thing my enhanced vision is unable to detect is socks. As you’ll recall from my last post, they’re basically my kryptonite.
Super Strength
Wonder Woman can throw cars and the such, but can she do the one thing that no one else in my house has the strength to do?
That’s right, I alone have the strength to do things like remove empty toilet paper rolls and replace them with new ones. I’m also the only person strong enough to close a cabinet door. At first glance, you might think that doing such things would be easy, but based on my family’s inability to complete such tasks, I came to realize my own strength. Clearly things like cabinet doors, toilet paper rolls, and clothes — which the people in my house manage to get to the bathroom but can’t actually put them in the hamper — weigh a ton. I might not look like I have much in the way of muscles, but sometimes looks can be deceiving.
Mind Reading
Have you ever noticed that children can be super vague at times when it comes to telling you what they want or whatever it is that they have a problem with? They sometimes give you the absolute bare minimum in the way of details and expect you to be able to figure it out anyway. Maybe not everyone could figure out what, “I want [incoherent mumbles]” means, but I can, thanks to being able to read minds. I’m basically Charles Xavier with more hair.

This comes in handy with lying, too. I don’t catch them telling lies often, but I always know when they do.
Mom Sense
You’ve heard of spidey sense, but have you heard of mom sense? It works pretty much the same, only instead of being able to deflect the Green Goblin’s pumpkin bombs, I do things like catch a falling cup of milk and stop the kids from ending up in the ER.
Catching a glass of milk might not be as satisfying as deflecting a bomb, but at least I don’t have a mess to clean up.
So, yeah, I’ve got powers. The only things I’m missing is the ability to fly, turn invisible, and having super stretchy arms. Becoming invisible would be nifty when they’re annoying me and I want a moment of peace and quiet, and that last one would come in extra handy when we’re in the car.
What’s your superpower?
Book update time: “Don’t Lick That! [Tales of Parenting and Other Madness]” should be out within the next couple of months if everything goes as planned. (Self-published — it will be available on Amazon and other online retailers.) I’m in the final stages now and am trying to figure out the whole marketing thing. One suggestion I read was to form a “street team” (rolls eyes) to help with online promotion. If you’d be interested in doing that (I’ll form a Facebook group), email me at dorkymomdoodles@gmail.com. (I feel awkward as hell about this, but that’s better than other suggestions I read like making a video or podcast.)
I’m a nanny! Hehe I have a mug that says “I teach what’s your superpower” and then a picture that says “I’m a nanny what’s your superpower” but patience is where I excel haha I’ve got boat loads of it! Or “on the spot stories” hehe rock those too
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Haha! Ooh patience is a good one. I wish that’s one I had!
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Patience is key with little ones, repetition is their forte! 🙄🤦🏽♀️😂
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Haha it definitely is!
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Ugh, it often gets tiring but I think around the 10th time, they finally ‘get it.’ 😂
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All these things, yes 🙂 Oh and I’m going to want to hear all about this book publishing business if I ever get around to finishing mine!! And I’d be happy to feature it on my blog of course 😉
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Thanks and sure thing! I thought if would be as simple as uploading it to kindle or wherever, but it hasn’t been lol. I’ve learned a lot though!
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That’s he great thing Erika! You’re learning it all. I’m on the same path with my YouTube channel, feels like I’m walking in some sort of fun house without the fun part and no end in sight! By we’re getting there! As all things, we’re figuring it out to get things done! You’ve got this! 😊🙌🏽
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There’s a huge learning curve! Oh and my son tried to do the YouTube channel thing, and realized very quickly just how involved that is. He thought it would be easy as taking a video and uploading it, but not even close (as you know).
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Funny but true
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I, too, am strong enough to change toilet paper rolls– and to change paper towel rolls, too. While the first skill is vital, the second skill is useful. I guess my superpower might be the ability to learn one skill then figure out how to incorporate it elsewhere… for the betterment of all concerned.
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*Strong women unite*
Ooh nice!
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Yes to the toilet paper rolls and finding lost things. I can also predict the future, as evidenced by the statement “Mom, you were right, I should have…” It may take years for that one but eventually I hear it! 🙂 I’d love to share news of your book!
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lol that’s so true! Mama knows best!
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Haha! At 34 years old, I *almost* gave my dad the “You were right about” something a couple weeks ago, but decided to hold on to it for a little longer 😀
Thank you!
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Love this!!! And YAY about the book!!!!!!! I’m so proud of you!
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Thanks! ❤ ❤
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Haha I’m a super finder, too!!
I’ve been away from wordpress for a while, so I’m just starting to catch up again. Congrats on your book! I’ll be keeping an eye out for when it’s available! 🙂 hope all is well!
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Welcome back! And thanks! Things are going pretty well, just wishing life would slow down a little haha. Hope you’re doing well!
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Yes, doing well. Lots going on this year. Hoping to get an “I’m still here” post up soon…. 🙂
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I’m behind on blog stuff again, but a week later and you still haven’t 😉
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Haha guilty….maybe over the weekend 😊
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So funny! It amazing the super powers us moms possess!
Congrats on your book, as well! I’d love to help out if needed! Just let me know!
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Thanks! Will do. I may do a separate post after I set up a Facebook group with all the info, and go from there.
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My superpower is making sure the Mom’s superpowers are in tip top shape by not making her mad or upset 😎 It’s taken me the better part of 18 years to master my powers, lol.
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LOL! Maybe my husband can start working on those next.
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My super power is to be relaxed and laid back when people at work don’t change toilet rolls, leave dirty tea spoons lying around grrrr arrrgh damn them damn them all…
It’s a work in progress.
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Why can’t people — especially adults — be bothered to do such basic things?!
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i’ll post about your book on my blog!
also, moms have all the super powers! lol
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I, too, have these remarkable gifts!
Further, when I go to work, I get to do MORE of the paper rolls!
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I’m excited about your book! I will help spread the word. Promotion is the worst.
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Thank you! ❤ I've been reading more about promotion, and doing that is so foreign to me. When I owned a consignment shop, I didn't even want to try to talk anyone into buying anything. I hate that stuff.
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🤣 the doodle that said “I can say no before she even finishes” hahaha I really do think only moms can change out the toilet paper as well. Congrats on the book. I can’t be a street team member but I will retweet you on Twitter:)
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It’s maddening! 😀
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Haha great post! Supermom seams fitting! ❤️
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Thanks! 😀
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congrats on the book!
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Thank you!
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Love this post! I had a preemie baby and would love for you to read my story! http://preemie.blog/2018/12/20/my-preemie-miracle/
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I just know where everyone’s stuff is. I don’t even have to look for it. That is definitely my superpower. Love this post:)
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😀
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Yes!!! Why can nobody find things or change the toilet paper roll?!? It drives me crazy!! Congrats on the book!
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Thank you!
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