“Mothering is the Hardest Job You’ll ever Love”
May 9, 2021
“Mom’s Night Out”, a 2014 family comedy, tells the story of Allyson, a young stay-at home mother who is having a most unhappy Mother’s Day. At first glance, she seems to have a life that many would envy—happily married to a loving husband, three adorable children, and a lovely home. However, as Allyson writes on her “mommy blog”, she is beset with feelings of unworthiness and anxiety. Overwhelmed by the constant demanding responsibilities of motherhood, Allyson is unhappy. Even though she is living her dream of…