Making connections with fellow moms can be quite a challenge, right? Have you ever spotted a stranger and thought, “This woman seems like she could be my best friend”? Perhaps she was juggling school drop-off while clutching a pastry, or maybe she was skillfully avoiding the PTA sign-up chaos. It happens—there are countless potential mom pals out there, if only we had the guts to reach out.
Recently, one mom took this idea to heart and crafted a “missed connections” post aimed at a potential mom BFF she encountered at Target.
“You were in the crayon aisle at Target last night around 7 PM. I was sporting my mom uniform, complete with unkempt hair, no makeup, an old T-shirt, and yoga pants,” writes Sarah Thompson, mother of three. “You were also in yoga pants, flip flops, and a messy bun. The venti Starbucks you were holding was a clear sign that, despite your attire, you hadn’t actually come from a workout. I know this because I was doing the exact same thing.”
If that doesn’t scream future besties, then I don’t know what does!
“In your cart, you had diapers, soda, wine, and chocolate. This only solidified my belief that we were destined to be mom friends,” she continues. “Our carts bumped into each other as we both pretended to shop, when in reality, we were just enjoying a mom’s night out. After all, we all know that Target is the ultimate destination for a little break.”
It’s like a modern take on “Strangers in the Night,” but instead of fleeting glances, they’re sharing the unspoken language of #momlife. Target becomes an exciting escape when it’s just you.
“Making friends as a mom is tough, almost like dating,” says Thompson, who documents her journey at Grateful to Grow. “I genuinely believed that I encountered a potential BFF that night. From the feedback on my post, it seems many moms have forged lasting friendships in the aisles of Target!” It’s time for moms to start chatting with one another.
“So, to the fellow mom I saw at Target last night at 7 PM, if you recognize this story and my Starbucks order, just know I’ll be back at Target next week because let’s be honest, I basically live there. Perhaps we’ll cross paths again—same time, same aisle—and this time we can wander around aimlessly together during our mom’s night out.”
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In summary, a mom’s humorous “missed connections” post at Target highlights the challenges of forming friendships in motherhood. Sarah Thompson captures the essence of seeking camaraderie among fellow moms in relatable situations, emphasizing the importance of connection in shared spaces like Target.