You ever have those conversations where you think, "That was only a couple days ago." Only, turns out it was weeks, maybe even a month ago? Yeah, sounds like my life. You name it: going to Nora's music/play group (which I've honestly quit for a bit because the flu sucks, and lots of little kids equals some sort of crazy illness will be present), time with my best girlfriends, reading, blogging....
So yeah, I disappeared for a bit. I thought G's schedule would be hectic, but it is even more insane than I imagined. Crockpot cooking has been a hit, but I feel like I never really get time in the kitchen anymore. I hate that we seem to be eating and going either to class or bed. I hate that I bribed my 15 month old with a cookie in the car tonight when she was over tired and hungry and I needed her to not fight getting buckled in. (A big no-no in our household.)
We're learning what works slowly. For instance, this driving him to class and then running errands is for the birds. Not hard on his nights when the class is about an hour....we just hit up the starbucks down the road. But on nights like tonight where it's over an hour and a half to kill and we don't get home until 9 or later? It's gotta stop. I'm vetoing it.
I've said for a long time, "I need to either quit blogging or make time for it, because saying I need to do it and running out of time just drives me nuts." We thought me going for coffee would be easy, but what's easier is coming up with a million different things I need to do instead. So for Lent, I'm giving up excuses.
I'm going to go ahead and promise myself I'll blog 2-3 times a week. If I get to more, great. But less than that just isn't worth it. If you're reading this, thanks for sticking around.
I had almost given up my blogging for a year because I started a business, was homeschooling my daughter, and building a house. Too many irons in the fire and not enough time to do anything right, it seemed. So I know exactly what you are talking about with finding time to blog. Now, I returned to my love of blogging. And I feel so much better. Because I missed my blogging community of friends terribly.
ReplyDeleteAs much as I enjoy reading your blog and look forward to your new posts, I'm afraid you are putting more pressure on yourself than you need to. If blogging gives you pleasure and joy that's one thing, but at this time in your life maybe once a week would be enough. I don't want to see you overwhelm yourself with expectations.
ReplyDeleteDon't set yourself up Kate. Life goes in cycles, and right now you are in the needy-toddler-busy-husband cycle. It might feel it, but it won't last forever. And the readers who love your blog (and you) will understand if you don't post 2-3 times a week.
I hope I don't sound bossy or preachy. I just want you to take good care of yourself, and that includes giving yourself space and time when you need it most.
You know your blog is one of my favorites, so I am thrilled to read that you plan to blog regularly. That said, I also agree with the previous comments, don't knock yourself out right now.
ReplyDeleteHowever, I see it being important to you, so if you're gonna go ahead with your commitment, may I suggest making writing a daily habit? Once you do something everyday for a month (...or Lent), it becomes easier. It's actually more difficult to make oneself do something every once in awhile. Perhaps it should be in the same setting, at the same time. I'm not suggesting you publish something every day; you could work on a single post for five minutes a day every day for a week. Or not even publish what you work on one day. I hope it helps.
Do what's right for you, but I think fewer than 2-3 posts a week is still valuable. It doesn't have to be perfect.
I've told you that I'm so proud of you for being yourself among so many roles and I simply don't worry about you losing that. You're strong. ...plus you have me and your adoring fans to support you.
I agree with the others. Blogging should be fun, and not a chore. You definitely shouldn't put pressure on yourself to blog 2-3 times a week if that's not feasible (or enjoyable) for you at the moment. I rarely blog more than twice a week, and I'm an unemployed, stay at home pet mom! I blog when I've got something funny or interesting to share, and so far, no one seems to be complaining!
ReplyDeleteWe'll keep reading if/whenever you post, so no worries!
I understand, I am the same way. I need to get back into it.
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