We baby boomers share a common “Mirth Mother” in beloved humorist and best selling author Erma Bombeck.
We were weaned on Erma’s wise and witty columns via newspaper clippings that our mothers proudly posted on the refrigerator door (this served as a blog in ancient times.)
While many of our mothers were marginalized by stunted cultural expectations and a crying lack of opportunity, Erma broke through those prickly barriers of her day with brilliant humor and unforgettable humanity to provide Mom with a powerful voice and much needed comic relief.
Sweetly subversive and hot damn hilarious, Erma poked enormous fun at the absurdity of women’s lives yet clearly valued parenting, marriage, and the vital importance for us all to fulfill our potential.
Erma epitomized “The One Who Does It All” – successful career, happy family – not to mention fame and fortune – all while being incredibly funny and (genuinely) nice. No small feat, but a worthy goal!
Let us thank “Erma Bombeck, Mirth Mother“ for blessing us with the inspiration, the role model and the legacy of laughter. (Now sit up straight and stop chewing with your mouth open!)
A humor book makes a meaningful, high value, yet affordable gift. Experience the joy that comes from sharing laughter.
These 10 titles are available as quality paperbacks and ebooks on Amazon.
The authors are all funny, sharp women. Check them out…
The CHICK-tionary From A-Line to Z-Snap, the Words Every Woman Should Know by Anna Lefler
Hilarious. Includes 450+ words no woman can live without! Destined to be a comedy classic.
Got Milf?The Modern Mom’s Guide to Feeling Fabulous, Looking Great, and Rocking a Minivan by Sarah Maizes
Funny and affirmative. “Celebrates where the modern woman has taken motherhood.” A mom can so be hot!
How Not to Act Old185 Ways to Pass for Phat, Sick, Hot, Dope, Awesome, or at Least Not Totally Lame by Pamela Redmond Satran
Brilliant, laugh-out-loud funny, and highly informative. A must read!
I REMEMBER NOTHING And Other Reflections by Nora Ephron
A delightful, insightful look at the past, present, and future by the charming and witty Renaissance woman Nora Ephron.
I FEEL BAD ABOUT MY NECKAnd Other Thoughts On Being A Woman by Nora Ephron
Hysterical. The chapter “Parenting In Three Stages” is gold.
I STILL HAVE IT… I Just Can’t Remember Where I Put It
Confessions of a Fiftysomething by Rita Rudner
“Near-sighted insights” about aging from the very likable, extremely amusing comedian, actress, screenwriter, and author.
Rebel Without A Minivan Observations on Life in the ‘burbs
by Tracy Beckerman
Highly entertaining collection of essays by the author of the popular syndicated humor column, LOST IN SUBURBIA® and grand prize winner of The Balancing Act’s “America’s Top Blogger.”
Sitting On Cold Porcelain by Rose A. Valenta
Amusing, perceptive collection of satirical essays about current events and politics by top syndicated columnist and humorist.
Confessions of A Semi-Natural WomanMostly True Tales of a Woman under the Influence of Laughter by Leigh Anne Jasheway
Funny stuff from award-winning humor writer, motivational speaker, and stand-up comedienne. She has an M.P.H. – “master of public health/mistress of public humor!”
The Women’s Daily Irony Supplement by Judy Gruen
Classic collection of comedic essays on family and foibles that succeeds beautifully at being both sophisticated and relatable.
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