“ Hello. My husband and I moved to Gainesville, VA recently and I am hoping to meet new girlfriends. I am currently working on my dissertation in political science full time. We are expecting our first child in January. ”

“ I have started a local parenting and homeschooling group for free at: http://groups.myspace.com/growingminds ”

“ Hi! I am Rebecca and I now reside in Warrenton. A Working mom of 1, I stay busy with my daughter's activities and my love of mentoring young women about self-esteem and body image. I'd love to meet more modern moms from this neck of the woods! ”

“ My name is Erika and I am a mom of 2 boys. I am new to the area of Northern Virginia/DC. I love cooking and golf and having fun while meeting new people. I will be taking my real estate license exam soon and would like to build my career. ”

“ I would like to meet and talk to other moms! ”

“ Interested in a local group of 'older' moms (40+). ”

“ I want to meet new people because I am new to Virginia. ”

“ Hi I am looking forward to meeting new friends, And learning about Beautynet. ”

“ Hi, My name is Deana Travis and I own the Let's Dish! in Warrenton. I wanted to make contact with your group to let you all know about our services. www.letsdish.com 540-347-4429. We have Private Parties for moms night out. Stork packages too! ”

“ My name is heather. I am a stay at home mom of a 3 and 1 year old. We have recently moved to the area from Ca and are looking to make new connections. I look forward to meeting you all. ”

“ I have a 5 year old girl Grace and am expecting a second child in May. We live in Odenton, MD and while there are alot of kids in our neighborhood there are not alot of kids that are my daughters age. ”

“ Hi my name is Fran and I have a 12 month old son named Rhys (sounds like reese). I'm a stay at home mom and I'd like to meet other moms with kids and have my son meet other children. I've lived in Maryland for about 4 years and I'm originally from ”

“ Potential students are you Interested in changing careers? Ceu's Aromatic Education & Complementary Health Classes. Please Email info@zobiana.com to learn more about the College and to recieve information about our social events and class calender. ”

“ Hi all! I am a mom to 11 month old. Would like to join a meetup to be a support and get some support... Would like to network with Moms and parents. Looking forward to making new friends..... ”

“ We moved here about 1 yr ago from upstate NY. I have a 1 yr old son and a baby on the way. I am a stay at home mom & would love to meet others who are also home in the day! ”

“ I have a daughter who was born in early Nov. '07. I decided to be a stay at home mom to raise her. Therefore, I am interested in meeting new people for me and my daughter. ”

“ I'm looking for like-minded people that may want and can provide motivation for exercising and healthy living. Jennifer ”

“ We moved to Maryland 2 years ago just after our son was born at a birth center in L.A., and started an organic skincare company. Hoping to find a community of extended breastfeeding, co-sleeping, AP parents. We'd like to have a homebirth next time! ”

“ Hi ladies!! I'm here to meet other sharp moms/wives/women in my area with the same interests and views! I look forward to meeting you guys soon!!! ”

“ would like to meet some other local mommies. ”

“ As empty nesters, we are enjoying life traveling (beach front as of this moment:) We are interested in meeting people who choose to enjoy life, who are honest people with integrity, the respectful kind, thanks...... ”

“ Hey chicas! My name is Kitti, I'm a grad student at Mason and a stay at home mom of three, two boys ages three and four and one daughter 19. I love shopping, football, poker, reading, rollerblading, dancing, food and mojitos. Always looking for fun! ”

“ I would love to meet other moms in the area. The more support the better! ”

“ Stay at home new mother to be would like to meet other women between the age of 27-35. ”

“ We've lived in Arlington for 7 mos now (moved here from CA) and just had our son in Jan. I am looking to meet new friends. We are both friendly and fun with a variety of interests (well, really only eating and sleeping for the baby right now) ”

“ I am a SAHM (work part-time) of a 6 year old daughter in the first grade. Looking forward to making some new friends for both of us:) We like to knit, bake, snowboard, go to Redskin games, read, dress-up, webkinz, and we'd like to scrapbook more. ”

“ I'm a Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, business owner and mother of three wonderful children. I am looking to connect with moms, other childbirth professionals, and birth junkies to share resources and support. ”

“ I am first time mom living in the Silver Spring area with my husband and 2 month old daughter and I would love to meet some other moms to motherhood with:) ”

“ Would love to meet others and have my kids & I make new friends. I'm mom to 22 months old Jameson & 6 months old Nikayla. If anyone wants to join an open, free, and fun group please check out: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/alexandrianewparents/join ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am expecting my first child on July 6th. I am very excited and would like to meet other expecting mothers. I am also going to breastfeed and would like to meet others who plan on breastfeeding or already are. ”

“ Just trying to broaden my base group of people to hang out with in my area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need to nuture my self care. ”

“ Hi. I'm Julie and I'm a SAHM. I also am a Tastefully Simple Consultant which keeps me pretty busy. I live in Manassas with my husband and one year old daughter, Lauryn. I hope to meet some other moms and little ones! ”

“ Hey, I will be a SAHM in early March - we are expecting our first baby boy. I have heard to keep your sanity it is a good idea to connect with other moms and have playdates with children around the same age. ”

“ My husband and I would like to meet runners in our area. We are moving to Hume VA from Florida and are avid marathon runners. ”

“ With our area, new friends are moving in all the time and this is a great way to meet! ”

“ I have lived here since 2004 and have had a hard time meeting and making women friends. I am so glad that I joined meetup! In the last week, I have been to 3 meetups and love it! I have even gotten my husband involved. ”

“ moved here this past September from England and excited to meet others. ”

“ My name is Lisa I have 4 month old son and 18 monthold daughter. We live in fairfax,va ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet new people and share experiences. ”

“ Hi, my family and I are moving to Odenton in Dec from Ireland, Europe. I have two boys 2.5 years and 10 months. I would like to know about groups I can join with them in the area please. Thanks, Michelle ”

“ I am a stay at home mom with a 5 month old (born in June) and I am interested in meeting other moms to ask questions, bounce around ideas and share stories. ”

“ My husband and I are living in Gainesville, VA. I am working on my dissertation and applying for teaching positions. I am also an adjunct professor at GMU. We are expecting our first child this January. ”

“ I'm an at home mom. I home school my 2 6yr old boys. Both boys love meeting new people. My kids have experience public school and I want to keep the interacted with other kids. I would like to meet other home school parents for support. ”

“ I am a stay-at-home wife & mom to a beautiful toddler girl. I would love to meet other moms and their families for friendship and advice -- not to mention, getting out of the house! ”

“ I have lived in Clarksburg, Maryland for one year. I am interested in meeting moms with 4 year olds whom my son can play with. I would like to meet moms who are in college. I would just like to find someone to have something in common with! :D ”

“ I am Mary. I am interested in meeting with stay at home moms and grandmothers to help my granddaughter learn to share and socialize. Grandfather and I care for our 12 month old granddaughter daily. We would like to interact with similar parents. ”

“ I had my 2nd child in August 2007 and decided to stay at home. I enjoy getting out and meeting other moms and kids! I have decided to start a Germantown/Gaithersburg Babysitting Co-op group. Come check it out! http://parents.meetup.com/480 ”

“ I am a new mom of George born on July 2, 2007. Talking and meeting with other moms and dads in the area helps keep me balanced. Can't wait to meet more of you. See you at the next meetup! ”

“ Hi! I'm a 40 year old mom of a soon to be 4 year old girl, and am also owned by 2 cats who I love dearly. I am an Orthodox Christian and would also love to talk with other Christians, esp. Orthodox Christians. God bless you. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd like to meet other moms with babies and have playdates or meet to walk the mall and lose this postpregnancy belly.... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I offer work to Stay-At-Home Moms and/or wives and am pursuing clients for my business. I would like to know how many will be interested in signing on with me. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want my children to play with other children their age, and meet other parents. ”

“ Hello I live in Gainesville and I am full time working mom to 2.5 yrs old Neil. I would love to hang out with Gainesville Girlfriends and get to know more people beside my family members. Glad to be part of this group. ”

“ I am mother of 1 2+ yr old daughter Reeya ... I have been feeling overwhelemed with my daughter and work & other life and feel the need to be with people of the same mindset.. really looking forward for meeting you all ”