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May 18, 2015

France: New Writer Interview – Marie Kléber

Interview pic: FranceWhere in the world do you live? And, are you from there?

I live in Paris. I am from France, Nantes, on the west coast. I lived in Dublin, Ireland, for a couple of years before coming back home.

What language(s) do you speak?

I speak French and English. I know a bit of Spanish and Arabic.

 When did you first become a mother (year/age)?

Two years ago, on Valentine’s Day I gave birth to my baby boy! I was 33.

Are you a stay-at-home mom or do you work?

I thought I could stay home and look after my child. But then life decided otherwise, and I had to come back to France and search for a job. I found an Executive Assistant position and I can say now that I am happy to be a working mum, even if sometimes it’s a bit tough to manage it all.

Why do you blog/write?

I blog to share and learn, to heal. Writing is my best medicine. It gives me a place to be me and to rejoice with others.

I blog to remember what happens in life, how I overcome challenges, to remember the joy and the happy moments, life’s little treasures.

What makes you unique as a mother?

I am a free spirit. I don’t follow any rules. I find here and there the wisdom I need to raise my kid. I am only unique because my kid is unique. But I am no better than any other mum. Each mum is unique in a way.

I am learning every day. I can say my child is my best teacher. I am rebuilding myself with him, much stronger every day.

What do you view as the challenges of raising a child in today’s world?

Being a single mum is a choice I made because married life was becoming a nightmare. I saved our lives by leaving. But some days I find it challenging to raise my kid on my own. I wish to teach him respect, tolerance, peace and confidence. I wish him to be free and in peace. But the outside world frightens me a lot. There is much craziness around. And I try as much as possible to focus on the beauty of creation and the little things that make a difference, to surround ourselves with love and compassion, empathy and positive people.

 How did you find World Moms Blog?

I met Salma when I started blogging. And she was such an inspiration to me that we became friends. She’s been writing for World Moms Blog for a while. My first encounter with the website was through her. And I found there the empowerment I was looking for, a community of women sharing and caring for one another.

These interview questions were answered for World Moms Blog by Marie Kleber. Photo credit to the author.

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Marie Kléber

After 6 years in Ireland, a failed marriage, I started over again, back to France with my baby boy. I love to say that I am a work in progress. Life is a process and I am slowly reconnecting with who I am, learning to love and take care of myself, rewriting my dreams and making new projects, adjusting to single motherhood, trying to find my balance, and enjoying the little things. I am a life lover and I believe in the goodness of humanity, in peace, empathy, tolerance, gratitude. I try to teach my little one about these values as well as helping him connect with others without being too judgmental. “Sharing is caring” is our motto! I started a blog to connect with women engaged in a bicultural marriage. I was at a crossroad in my life and I needed some guidance. I met wonderful people and some ladies became very good friends. I felt part of a community and everybody was there when I decided to leave my abusive marriage and my country of adoption. My blog evolved with me. I do now share poetry, posts about my life and about domestic violence.

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  1. Salma says

    May 19, 2015 at 12:38 am

    Marie I love you and I love how you have grown over the years since we met. I’m probably not the first to say it, but Welcome to WMB. You are awesome!

    Reply
    • Marie Kléber says

      May 19, 2015 at 10:45 am

      Thank you so much Salma. You know you mean a lot to me too. You taught me that Life is a process. And this helped me remain patient and keep moving. We can only improve and be more happy. The sun shines even more when we get out of darkness. Stay safe always

      Reply
  2. Ann Marie Wraight says

    May 19, 2015 at 1:10 am

    WELCOME MARIE!!!
    That was a beautiful interview. I loved your honesty and world view on life. I especially agree with the importance of tolerance in our lives but do tend to struggle with it daily!

    Reply
    • Marie Kléber says

      May 19, 2015 at 10:48 am

      Thanks a million Ann Marie. That’s so nice of you. I think we struggle with many things daily. But as we know it, we try every day to change our mindset and practice. It’s only what matters.

      Reply
  3. Nadege Nicoll says

    May 19, 2015 at 8:54 am

    Welcome to WMB Marie. You are such an inspiration. Your passion, feeling and soul pours out of your interview. It’s so refreshing to see such honesty. I’m very excited to get to read more form you. Bon courage from a French WMB friend across the pond . . .

    Reply
    • Marie Kléber says

      May 19, 2015 at 10:49 am

      Thanks a lot Nadege! I try as much as I can to be myself. I spend too many years being someone else.
      I am very happy to join the team and be wecomed in such a nice way.

      Reply
  4. Ibtisam Alwardi says

    May 19, 2015 at 1:19 pm

    Marie,
    I always enjoy reading for you, it always touches my heart..I love the way you unfold all the beauty around you through your words..

    Reply
  5. Tara Wambugu says

    May 22, 2015 at 7:22 am

    Welcome, Marie! I love your interview, especially your honesty and willingness to share your experiences as a single mom! Can’t wait to read more from you!

    Reply

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