Sometimes we all need a break.
I've been feeling a little funny. Not sure how to describe it.. but the blog world can be easily intimidating, and I feel like I can't keep up. So many good blogs to read and keep up with, so many things I'm being inspired by, so many things I wish I could post about, so many times I don't have the time to take photos, so many times I disappoint others by not coming through with a blog related commitment. It's too much right now. I need to re-group. I go to blog and I don't even know who I want to be anymore.... you know? I want to be a mom blogger, a crafty blogger, a photo-blogger, a outfit post wardrobe blogger, a tutorial & DIY blogger, and then I get dizzy from all the ideas floating around in my head and can't figure out what to blog about. Am I even making sense right now?! haha.
One thing I know I want to be is a REAL blogger. I want to be myself, most of all. So I feel like the blog needs a bit of a break so I can re-focus. I'll be back once I figure it all out. It'll be good.
Thanks so much for reading.
xoxo
Oh Holly, I can't tell you how much I can relate to you. I want to do it all, too, but then fall like I do a mediocre job at everything instead of a great job of something. One thing is true, you are a fantastic blogger and I love your blog! Enjoy your little break! :)
ReplyDeleteI am not leaving! I will stop by once in a while to see if you are back again. Untill then: take your time. We all need a break every now and then!
ReplyDeleteI hope it brings you whatever you need!
xxx Evy
I am with Morgan, I can TOTALLY RELATE to this! I think it is so important to take time away and regroup when necessary. So enjoy your time away and know that the blog world is always here when you get back. Big ((HUGS))
ReplyDelete~Emily
Gosh she is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a much needed cyber rest, I love reading so very much :) you inspired me.
It happens! Everyone needs a break from the crazy blog world every once in awhile.
ReplyDeleteHope it all works out. <3
I know exactly what you mean! I go through this all the time and sometimes breaks are best. Good luck with your break and I hope you can figure things out for your little blog!! :)
ReplyDeleteThe Sweetest Life♥
I've been a long time lurker but have never commented until now. I think you are right, being authentic is the most important part of blogging for me as well. I hope that you get a chance to step back and regroup. I am also a momma who works full time and wants it all! Soon you will feel refreshed and ready to tackle your ever so lovely blog!
ReplyDeleteforcing it won't be authentic and I think it's so good you can see that and know you need to take a step back! Especially with having a little baby at home, it's good to just relax and let it happen naturally!
ReplyDeleteI was talking to my hubby about this same exact thing just last night. How do you keep up with the amazing things every other blogger does or is? Sometimes I feel defeated before I even begin. After some reflecting this morning, I see that keeping it real & staying true to yourself is what matters most. I love reading your blog and look forward to inspiring posts in the future :)
ReplyDeleteJust to let you know, I pop by your blog every week and always love reading your posts! Anne
ReplyDeleteJust like everyone here, I can relate. I am a new blogger (since January) and it took me six year to get the courage up to start that. I am happy you are taking a break, but I love your post and will just keep checking for your return. Have a good blog rest :)
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way!! I feel like I have no idea how to write my blog...I don't like that I want it to be someone else's who's blog is popular..I just want it to be a reflection of me. I love reading your blog, and I'm looking forward to your return!! :)
ReplyDeleteI'll miss your updates, and look forward to your return. You've actually inspired me to try to be a little bolder with my hair, jewelry and fashion choices (or... well, I will be once I'm employed again.)
ReplyDeleteI never commented but I read all your posts. Enjoy the break!
J U S T . B E . Y O U R S E L F
ReplyDeleteThanks everybody for the comments.
ReplyDeleteMy main goal is to have this blog be a reflection of myself, and I feel like the last few months I have been trying too hard to be everything, and the posts have felt forced. I'll just be taking a bit of time to hit the "reset" button so to speak. :P
Love your blog! I wish you the best in your break. It's always good to clear the head. Look forward to seeing your blogs again when you feel the desire to come back. <3
ReplyDeleteOh my. This is such a coincidence, as I have been feeling EXACTLY this way. I have never thought of your posts as "mediocre" or "forced," by the way. I love popping in!
ReplyDeleteI hope you get some much deserved rest!
I did a similar post to this recently. Upon the birth of my second son I was really feeling that I need to embrace this season of my life...and this season of my life I have a little baby that won't be a baby for very long and a three year old who won't be three for very long...and if I have time to blog I will...and if I don't...this is the season of my life and that's okay. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteyou took the words right outta my mouth! xoxo. love you HOlly!
ReplyDeleteHi Holly,
ReplyDeleteTake your time. We ll be here waiting.
I am feeling this exact same way right now! :) Take time and figure out what you want that is most important we will still be here when you come back.
ReplyDeleteAmen, sister, and thanks for this post. The amount of inspiration out there can be totally overwhelming and make us all feel like there's no way we'll ever be able to do it all or do justice to the things we do.
ReplyDeleteI think it makes us put too much pressure on ourselves, though. Hang in there.
my thoughts exactly. somethin' in the air these days... spring fever isn't usually this restless but I feel it all around me too. *hug*
ReplyDeleteI totally needed to read this. Sometimes hearing that others are going thru what you are really helps. I can definitely relate. I am feeling a bit discouraged and reading your blog really helped. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOH MY!! I FEEL the same way.. and then I get so worn out and go to sleep... never writing anything!! its a blogger thing, a person thing and a mommy thing.. :/ xoxo
ReplyDeleteTime to give more color into your life. Keep your fashion in next level. Alway pin up with new trends.
ReplyDeleteI sooo get that and I can totally relate to it. I think that's why I've never really been able to fully commit to my own blog. Because I follow so many awesome blogs that look great and have great posts and then I hear all this advice about "if you want a succesful blog pick one topic or theme for it" - but I'm a lot of things. I'm not just an actress or an crochetter or a painter or ponderer of life's big questions etc. I am many things and I want my blog to reflect that. But apparently according to the "gods of blog" that's wrong.
ReplyDeleteBut in the end I guess you gotta start by blogging for you - that's what's gonna keep the posts and inspiration coming. And if somebody out there thinks what I have to say is interesting and wants to follow along on my journey, then that's just a bonus. That's my opinion.
I have enjoyed your blog for a long time and I'm interested in what you have to say. Whatever it is - because you've done it so well so far.
So I'll be looking foreward to your return and what ever you come back with - I'm on board.
/zooeylovesbugs
(wow, my comment was practically a blog post in itself there. Whatevs, enjoy my essay lol)
I just found your blog and can totally relate to what you're saying! I just started blogging about a year ago and sometimes feel pressured and overwhelmed by the whole idea of it! Sometimes I feel like I don't know where to start or what to even write about. I'm so glad I'm not the only one who feels that way! You're such a great blogger, I've loved reading all your posts! Thanks so much for the honesty and for being real! :)
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