A lot of you are new to foodiecology (thanks to the ongoing blog hop), so I thought now was a perfect time to talk about something that’s always on my mind—this blog.
Particularly, why do I do this?
Why do I spend hours of my “free” time brainstorming, writing, and editing when I’m busy working 40 hours a week and raising a one-year-old?
After all, I’m not a professional. I’ve come to the conclusion that my blog will probably remain a hobby-blog rather than a quit-my-day-job blog. And that’s ok!
I do this because, for me, writing and creativity are my therapy.
Sure, it’s time-consuming. I get frustrated when our internet is down or when it takes a billion minutes for Picmonkey to load so I can edit a crappy iPhone picture.
I feel like a hypocrite, at times, when I excitedly talk about a new workout and then crash onto the couch when I get home from work…again…instead of completing said workout.
Motherhood and working outside of the home (in a non-blog-related field) are tough. They’re exhausting, actually, but I think I thrive on being busy.
In high school and college, I was the over-achiever. I belonged to just about every club and organization, and I rarely sat still. I wasn’t a social butterfly (I’ve always been the quintessential introvert!), but I hated being idle.
I still hate being idle—both mentally and physically.
So, for me, this blog is 100% my creative outlet. The consistency of my content waxes and wanes. Sometimes I pour out my soul, other times I opt for levity. I’ve moved from recipes to fitness to pregnancy and to all things in between.
I question whether the name “foodiecology” still fits; after all, my husband does 99% of the cooking these days, and it’s incredibly hard to experiment in the kitchen while looking after a speed-crawling one year old!
For now, the name sticks. Foodiecology is my philosophy. It’s sometimes food for nourishment or indulgence, but most of the time it’s food for thought.
It’s a way for me to create and share.
To connect with like-minded individuals when I’m not always able to find that connection in “the real world.”
I’m not a fitness professional, but I love exercise and keeping my body moving with barre, yoga, boot camp, and occasionally, running.
I’m not a renowned chef (far from it), but I love cooking, eating, enjoying family time at the table, and dining out when possible
I’m not a nutritionist or doctor or dietician, but I love learning about our bodies and minds and how our lifestyles and the nourishment we provide to ourselves influence our health and wellness.
This blog helps hold me accountable. It encourages me to make my health—both mental and physical—a priority and be an example to my little one. It encourages me to try new things: be they food, workouts, or other experiences.
And who knows? Maybe one day I will stumble upon a connection or second career path—and this humble, little blog will have been the stepping stone to that journey.
For now, though, I write. I share. I think. And I grow.
what a little cutie you have there! Writing and creating recipes and workouts has been a kind of therapy for me as well and a way to connect with others. It’s been great getting to know you in the blog hop! Have a great weekend
Thank you! I’m kind of partial to him, so I think he’s pretty cute, too. 😉
I think most of us blog for the same reasons. Have a lovely weekend, Deborah!
what a little cutie you have there! Writing and creating recipes and workouts has been a kind of therapy for me as well and a way to connect with others. It’s been great getting to know you in the blog hop! Have a great weekend
Thank you! I’m kind of partial to him, so I think he’s pretty cute, too. 😉
I think most of us blog for the same reasons. Have a lovely weekend, Deborah!
Hi! I’m visiting through the hop. I like your blog name. It’s very catchy! I’ve gotten very lazy with cooking lately but do think nutrition plays such an important role in our lives. I’ve always used the old saying “you are what you eat from your head to your feet”. It still applies. If you want your body to perform well, you must eat well. Kudos to you for being a Mom to that cutie, and working, and blogging, and everything else in between!
Hi! Thanks for stopping by, and I’m glad you like the name. I love that saying, and I think it’s totally true. I feel awful when I eat too much “junk.” Thanks for the kudos, too; it’s tough, but we make time for what we love/enjoy, right?…
Hi! I’m visiting through the hop. I like your blog name. It’s very catchy! I’ve gotten very lazy with cooking lately but do think nutrition plays such an important role in our lives. I’ve always used the old saying “you are what you eat from your head to your feet”. It still applies. If you want your body to perform well, you must eat well. Kudos to you for being a Mom to that cutie, and working, and blogging, and everything else in between!
Hi! Thanks for stopping by, and I’m glad you like the name. I love that saying, and I think it’s totally true. I feel awful when I eat too much “junk.” Thanks for the kudos, too; it’s tough, but we make time for what we love/enjoy, right?…
I really like your blog because you are relatable, bc you are a normal working person. I love how you said your blog name also means “food for thought”. Why put your creativity in a box and stick to one topic anyways?
Last might when I told my husband I was working on my blog when he asked what I was doing, he said “I’m glad you have a hobby.” And I thought, me too! Even if it’s not a career thing, it’s a great hobby/outlet!
Thank you, Kate. I enjoy your blog for your relatability, too. I’ve found myself gravitating to smaller blogs lately for that reason. Hooray for supportive husbands. 🙂
I really like your blog because you are relatable, bc you are a normal working person. I love how you said your blog name also means “food for thought”. Why put your creativity in a box and stick to one topic anyways?
Last might when I told my husband I was working on my blog when he asked what I was doing, he said “I’m glad you have a hobby.” And I thought, me too! Even if it’s not a career thing, it’s a great hobby/outlet!
Thank you, Kate. I enjoy your blog for your relatability, too. I’ve found myself gravitating to smaller blogs lately for that reason. Hooray for supportive husbands. 🙂
Good Morning! Visiting from the hop from http://www.uptitemamas.com. I can totally relate to you….the reasons you blog are the same reasons I do. It holds me accountable and it is just a really fun outlet! Glad I stopped by!
Thank you for stopping by. I’m glad that blogging is a creative outlet for you, too. We all need that bit of fun in our lives.
Good Morning! Visiting from the hop from http://www.uptitemamas.com. I can totally relate to you….the reasons you blog are the same reasons I do. It holds me accountable and it is just a really fun outlet! Glad I stopped by!
Thank you for stopping by. I’m glad that blogging is a creative outlet for you, too. We all need that bit of fun in our lives.
One of the things I love about your blog is how every time I read it, I feel like we are sitting down to coffee and I’m just catching up with a girlfriend!!
Aw, thanks Rachel. After years of writing academic & “heavy” things, I’ve tried really hard to make my posts more conversational. Glad you find them to be that way! 🙂
One of the things I love about your blog is how every time I read it, I feel like we are sitting down to coffee and I’m just catching up with a girlfriend!!
Aw, thanks Rachel. After years of writing academic & “heavy” things, I’ve tried really hard to make my posts more conversational. Glad you find them to be that way! 🙂
I loved reading your intro post! That’s the awesome thing about blogging, it can be whatever you want/need it to be. Definitely a creative outlet, a way to get accountability, connection, motivation. Looking forward to seeing your journey unfold.
I loved reading your intro post! That’s the awesome thing about blogging, it can be whatever you want/need it to be. Definitely a creative outlet, a way to get accountability, connection, motivation. Looking forward to seeing your journey unfold.
Hi Wendy, thanks for your sweet comment. Blogging has definitely given me a new way to motivate myself. I’m glad you can relate, and I look forward to checking out your blog, too.
Writing is definitely therapy!
Hi Cassi. Yes! I’m glad I’m not the only one to see it that way.
Writing is definitely therapy!
Hi Cassi. Yes! I’m glad I’m not the only one to see it that way.
The best thing I love about your articles is that you are real!! You put it all out there that working full time and parenting is NOT easy!! Your little one is adorable! I look forward to following your blogging journey!
Thank you for your kind words, Lauren. I try my best to be real and honest, so it’s reassuring you found my post to be that way. I’m excited to check out your blog.
The best thing I love about your articles is that you are real!! You put it all out there that working full time and parenting is NOT easy!! Your little one is adorable! I look forward to following your blogging journey!
Thank you for your kind words, Lauren. I try my best to be real and honest, so it’s reassuring you found my post to be that way. I’m excited to check out your blog.
I love the title of your blog! I just recently renamed mine, and it was fun process of brainstorming but took some time to find the right one! I also love that you use writing and therapy. I do the same thing, and love that I can share my thoughts without any intention or expectations that my blog be used for money. If it happens great, if not I’m cool with that too! Nice to meet you and I look forward to reading more from you.
Coming up with a name was SO tough! I really like your blog’s name, too. It really is about having a creative outlet; any other perks are just that–something extra but not a necessity!
It’s nice to “meet” you, Ryanne. Thanks for visiting.
I love the title of your blog! I just recently renamed mine, and it was fun process of brainstorming but took some time to find the right one! I also love that you use writing and therapy. I do the same thing, and love that I can share my thoughts without any intention or expectations that my blog be used for money. If it happens great, if not I’m cool with that too! Nice to meet you and I look forward to reading more from you.
Coming up with a name was SO tough! I really like your blog’s name, too. It really is about having a creative outlet; any other perks are just that–something extra but not a necessity!
It’s nice to “meet” you, Ryanne. Thanks for visiting.
What a great introduction! This is my first time visiting you, thanks to the blog hop! I love having my blog as a space to write – something I don’t get to do in my day job – so I can totally relate! I enjoy trying different types of fitness too – so many great workouts to try! I look forward to learning more about you 🙂
Hey Janelle, thanks for visiting! I don’t get to write or be creative at all in my day job either, so that’s definitely a big reason why I’m drawn to blogging! It’s true there are so many different workouts to try; that’s yet another thing blogging has shown me. It’s introduced me to running and barre. 🙂
What a great introduction! This is my first time visiting you, thanks to the blog hop! I love having my blog as a space to write – something I don’t get to do in my day job – so I can totally relate! I enjoy trying different types of fitness too – so many great workouts to try! I look forward to learning more about you 🙂
Hey Janelle, thanks for visiting! I don’t get to write or be creative at all in my day job either, so that’s definitely a big reason why I’m drawn to blogging! It’s true there are so many different workouts to try; that’s yet another thing blogging has shown me. It’s introduced me to running and barre. 🙂
This is 100% how I’ve always felt about my blog too! Even though I’ve been able to make some money off of blogging, I would still blog even if I didn’t. Thank you for sharing this and keep doing what you’re doing!
Hi Marissa, thanks for stopping by! I think that attitude, being humble about our blogging roots, is essential to a blog’s success. That’s awesome you’ve been able to monetize yours. I’m sure a ton of hard work went into it!
This is 100% how I’ve always felt about my blog too! Even though I’ve been able to make some money off of blogging, I would still blog even if I didn’t. Thank you for sharing this and keep doing what you’re doing!
Hi Marissa, thanks for stopping by! I think that attitude, being humble about our blogging roots, is essential to a blog’s success. That’s awesome you’ve been able to monetize yours. I’m sure a ton of hard work went into it!
Hi from the hop!! ok I can not image doing all of this with a kid but everyone has to have their output and/or happy space!! So glad we get to see yours!!
Hi from the hop!! ok I can not image doing all of this with a kid but everyone has to have their output and/or happy space!! So glad we get to see yours!!
Hey Kim! Nice to “meet” you.
Blogging with a kid IS tough, and sometimes posting has to take the backseat for a while. The good thing, though, is it’s always right here waiting for me. I’m looking forward to reading yours, too. 🙂
Hi Catherine! Stopping by from the blog hop and also to say thanks for your sweet comments on my post from today. First of all, I LOVE how honest you are in this post! What a great introduction – I feel like I know you a little bit already! I also love that your blog is “food for thought” too. What a great way to put it! I’m with you on thinking that my blog might only stay a hobby blog and not become a huge source of revenue, but that remains to be seen. For now, though, it’s a super fun outlet for creativity, which I think is how almost all blogs start out! And I just have to say that your little one is THE. CUTEST! That picture is just adorable – that smile! 🙂 I hope we can stay in touch – so happy we got to connect through the hop!
Thanks so much, Ellyn. Glad to “meet” you through the hop, too! I hope “food for thought” isn’t too far of a stretch! I think your blog is a great way to build your fitness clientele. I think you have a ton of potential to grow it, but even if it stays a hobby blog, that’s great too.
Hi Catherine! Stopping by from the blog hop and also to say thanks for your sweet comments on my post from today. First of all, I LOVE how honest you are in this post! What a great introduction – I feel like I know you a little bit already! I also love that your blog is “food for thought” too. What a great way to put it! I’m with you on thinking that my blog might only stay a hobby blog and not become a huge source of revenue, but that remains to be seen. For now, though, it’s a super fun outlet for creativity, which I think is how almost all blogs start out! And I just have to say that your little one is THE. CUTEST! That picture is just adorable – that smile! 🙂 I hope we can stay in touch – so happy we got to connect through the hop!
Thanks so much, Ellyn. Glad to “meet” you through the hop, too! I hope “food for thought” isn’t too far of a stretch! I think your blog is a great way to build your fitness clientele. I think you have a ton of potential to grow it, but even if it stays a hobby blog, that’s great too.
It’s interesting how blogs can evolve over time! I think it’s wonderful that you still prioritize health and agree that blogging can be a great way to stay accountable. Great to meet you through the Blog Hop 🙂
Glad you stopped by; it’s nice to “meet” you as well. My topics definitely evolve depending on my mood and season in life, but overall health/wellness ties it all together.
It’s interesting how blogs can evolve over time! I think it’s wonderful that you still prioritize health and agree that blogging can be a great way to stay accountable. Great to meet you through the Blog Hop 🙂
It’s interesting how blogs can evolve over time! I think it’s wonderful that you still prioritize health and agree that blogging can be a great way to stay accountable. Great to meet you through the Blog Hop 🙂
Glad you stopped by; it’s nice to “meet” you as well. My topics definitely evolve depending on my mood and season in life, but overall health/wellness ties it all together.
love thiis! i too have ‘grown’ with my blog and often times wonder if i’ll keep with it or how much more it will ‘grow’ as i ‘grow.’ i’m just so grateful for the present outlet it does provide me right now!
Thanks so much! I agree. I’m grateful for the outlet it provides now. Any growth that may come is a secondary perk. 🙂
love thiis! i too have ‘grown’ with my blog and often times wonder if i’ll keep with it or how much more it will ‘grow’ as i ‘grow.’ i’m just so grateful for the present outlet it does provide me right now!
love thiis! i too have ‘grown’ with my blog and often times wonder if i’ll keep with it or how much more it will ‘grow’ as i ‘grow.’ i’m just so grateful for the present outlet it does provide me right now!
Thanks so much! I agree. I’m grateful for the outlet it provides now. Any growth that may come is a secondary perk. 🙂
I so agree – my blog is my hobby. After I resigned from my full time job to stay home with the girls it was almost nonexistent and I missed it. I like having a record of our adventures and connecting with others with similar interests and stories 🙂 1 year olds are a bundle of energy, my husband took over the cooking for a few months when our second was born.
Hey Erin! Thanks for visiting. I can’t even imagine making time to blog and cook with 2 young kids! And kudos for you being a SAHM. I sometimes wish that was an option for me, but I’m not sure I could handle the work! Cause it’s definitely work!
I so agree – my blog is my hobby. After I resigned from my full time job to stay home with the girls it was almost nonexistent and I missed it. I like having a record of our adventures and connecting with others with similar interests and stories 🙂 1 year olds are a bundle of energy, my husband took over the cooking for a few months when our second was born.
Hey Erin! Thanks for visiting. I can’t even imagine making time to blog and cook with 2 young kids! And kudos for you being a SAHM. I sometimes wish that was an option for me, but I’m not sure I could handle the work! Cause it’s definitely work!
Being a SAHM was more economical than paying for two babies in diapers to go to day care. Also, my husband got a job in his field so we recently moved. Some days are harder than others, but I wouldn’t trade it! 🙂
I love it! Blogging is my hobby as well! I think it is great to have a creative outlet!
Don’t be too hard on yourself! Finding the balance with work, family, health and blogging is always the key!
Can’t wait to get to know you more and read more of your creative therapy!!! 🙂
I love it! Blogging is my hobby as well! I think it is great to have a creative outlet!
Don’t be too hard on yourself! Finding the balance with work, family, health and blogging is always the key!
Can’t wait to get to know you more and read more of your creative therapy!!! 🙂
Thanks so much! I’m notorious for being too hard on myself but you’re right. The key is finding that perfect balance. It’s nice to “meet” you and connect through the hop!
I totally understand that! I’ve def been working on giving myself more grace and not expecting perfection but progress!
Have an awesome weekend 🙂
Hi there!! I first started blogging as a hobby too. And I don’t get to write as much or as often as I’d like to as well. It’s hard with work and family. But even if you only blog occasionally, I think it’s important to have a place to express yourself, connect with others and talk about things you wouldn’t necessarily “talk” about in real life. Glad to connect with you through the blog hop!
Hi there!! I first started blogging as a hobby too. And I don’t get to write as much or as often as I’d like to as well. It’s hard with work and family. But even if you only blog occasionally, I think it’s important to have a place to express yourself, connect with others and talk about things you wouldn’t necessarily “talk” about in real life. Glad to connect with you through the blog hop!
Hi Jenn! You’re so right. We all need a place/way to express ourselves. Even if you blog occasionally, it’s great you still get to do it. Glad to have met you through the hop! 🙂
Your blogname is already great ,i like it.
It was a nice story to read.
We all like to eat ,Cook Food and share it.
Some days i dont have the time too.
Greetings from a bloghopper.
Wishing you a great weekend
Hi Pascal. Thanks For stopping by. I’m glad you like the name. Looking forward to visiting your blog, too. Hope you have a nice weekend as well.
Your blogname is already great ,i like it.
It was a nice story to read.
We all like to eat ,Cook Food and share it.
Some days i dont have the time too.
Greetings from a bloghopper.
Wishing you a great weekend
Hi Pascal. Thanks For stopping by. I’m glad you like the name. Looking forward to visiting your blog, too. Hope you have a nice weekend as well.
Hi 🙂
Im in round2 from the bloghop .
Yes got great news so my weekend is good .
Your blogname is already great ,i like it.
It was a nice story to read.
We all like to eat ,Cook Food and share it.
Some days i dont have the time too.
Greetings from a bloghopper.
Wishing you a great weekend
Hi Pascal. Thanks For stopping by. I’m glad you like the name. Looking forward to visiting your blog, too. Hope you have a nice weekend as well.
Hi 🙂
Im in round2 from the bloghop .
Yes got great news so my weekend is good .
What an adorable cute kiddo:)
I love that you use your blog as your creative outlet, I feel similarily the same way on my own. It’s nice just to be able to step away from life into a fun hobby where we can meet others with similar interests and talk about things that we are passionate about that we may not chat with our friends and family about:)
I also love that blogging is a hobby that can actually turn into more if we want it to be, I like to think of mine as my race $ income, LOL
What an adorable cute kiddo:)
I love that you use your blog as your creative outlet, I feel similarily the same way on my own. It’s nice just to be able to step away from life into a fun hobby where we can meet others with similar interests and talk about things that we are passionate about that we may not chat with our friends and family about:)
I also love that blogging is a hobby that can actually turn into more if we want it to be, I like to think of mine as my race $ income, LOL
Hi Kristy. Thanks for visiting and hosting the hop! It’s been fun so far. I’m enjoying finding new blogs, and I hope to read more of your blogging tips and running journey.
I love that you use you blog revenue for races and such. That’s exactly what I would want if I ever monetize mine: extra $ for races, daycare for the babe, etc.
What a sweet little Bub you’ve got! I blog for many of the same reasons you do. There are times I wish I could make blogging a career, too but at the same time, I love having the flexibility of being a mom for most of my time. I love the name of your blog, but also understsand the yearning for evolving over time. Look forward to connecting as we go along!
Thanks, Teri. He *is* a sweet little bub. 😉
I agree. How awesome would it be to blog as a career, but, then again, I think it would be tough coming up with consistent content! I kind of feel boxed in with the “food” in my blog name, but oh well. My love of food ain’t going anywhere, lol. Glad we met through the hop!
What a sweet little Bub you’ve got! I blog for many of the same reasons you do. There are times I wish I could make blogging a career, too but at the same time, I love having the flexibility of being a mom for most of my time. I love the name of your blog, but also understsand the yearning for evolving over time. Look forward to connecting as we go along!
Thanks, Teri. He *is* a sweet little bub. 😉
I agree. How awesome would it be to blog as a career, but, then again, I think it would be tough coming up with consistent content! I kind of feel boxed in with the “food” in my blog name, but oh well. My love of food ain’t going anywhere, lol. Glad we met through the hop!
Hi! Nice to meet you!b ;). Thanks for sharing. I too ask myself sometimes why ii blog-you are so right! It really does give an outlet. My friends and family get tired of listening to me-lol so I write and share and Enjoy the connections!!
Hi! Nice to meet you!b ;). Thanks for sharing. I too ask myself sometimes why ii blog-you are so right! It really does give an outlet. My friends and family get tired of listening to me-lol so I write and share and Enjoy the connections!!
Nice to meet you, too! Haha, my family/friends get tired of my talking about healthy food/exercise/etc, too, so thank goodness for blogging! We all need an outlet, for sure. Thanks for stopping by!
I love this blog!! You sure seem like a chef to me 🙂 …especially compared to me! I am a horrible cook haha!
Thanks, Crystal. Most of the food posted after 2013 is probably made by the husband, lol. Sad but true!
I love this blog!! You sure seem like a chef to me 🙂 …especially compared to me! I am a horrible cook haha!
Thanks, Crystal. Most of the food posted after 2013 is probably made by the husband, lol. Sad but true!
I love your blog name and your philosophy. I’m super jealous of your husband cooking most of the food in your house! I love to cook but not when I have kids that I’m tripping over. I can’t wait to go back and peruse more of what you’ve written.
I love your blog name and your philosophy. I’m super jealous of your husband cooking most of the food in your house! I love to cook but not when I have kids that I’m tripping over. I can’t wait to go back and peruse more of what you’ve written.
Hi Kelli. Yes, I totally realize how lucky I am that my hubs likes to cook! It’s so tough to cook with kids at your feet! I’ve just got one (who’s not walking yet), so I can only imagine. Thanks for visiting! I’m excited to read your blog, too.
I blog for the exact same reason – but you described it in such an exquisite way 🙂 Usually I just tell because that I like to write and talk about food!
Thank you for sharing and have a great weekend. Beautiful pictures as usual!
Thanks so much. I’m so glad I discovered blogging because I think I would’ve talked my family’s ears off about food, lol. I think most of us blog for similar reasons, and I guess that’s why it’s so fun to connect. Looking forward to perusing your blog, too.
I blog for the exact same reason – but you described it in such an exquisite way 🙂 Usually I just tell because that I like to write and talk about food!
Thank you for sharing and have a great weekend. Beautiful pictures as usual!
Thanks so much. I’m so glad I discovered blogging because I think I would’ve talked my family’s ears off about food, lol. I think most of us blog for similar reasons, and I guess that’s why it’s so fun to connect. Looking forward to perusing your blog, too.
I literally feel like this could have been me writing this post 🙂 definitely going to be following your posts, your life/blog reminds me a lot of my own!
Hi Sarah! I’m so glad you stopped by and can relate. We’re all busy and trying to balance it all, right? Take care & have a great weekend.
I literally feel like this could have been me writing this post 🙂 definitely going to be following your posts, your life/blog reminds me a lot of my own!
I literally feel like this could have been me writing this post 🙂 definitely going to be following your posts, your life/blog reminds me a lot of my own!
Hi Sarah! I’m so glad you stopped by and can relate. We’re all busy and trying to balance it all, right? Take care & have a great weekend.
All great thoughts, and all thoughts that I can totally relate to. My kids are (almost) grown (college senior, college freshman, and high school sophomore), and my life is just as busy and crazy as when they were little. My blog is for the same purpose as yours…an outlet for creative stuff and a chance to network with others 😉 It’s all good!!
Hi Kim! So glad you could relate! I can only imagine how busy you are with 3 almost-grown kids. Huge props to you! Thanks again for visiting; have a great weekend!
All great thoughts, and all thoughts that I can totally relate to. My kids are (almost) grown (college senior, college freshman, and high school sophomore), and my life is just as busy and crazy as when they were little. My blog is for the same purpose as yours…an outlet for creative stuff and a chance to network with others 😉 It’s all good!!
Hi Kim! So glad you could relate! I can only imagine how busy you are with 3 almost-grown kids. Huge props to you! Thanks again for visiting; have a great weekend!
I love the name and the insight into your journey! It seems like this is a great outlet for you, and I can’t wait to see where it leads you! Seems like you have your hands full, but still find balance. Keep up the great work!
Thank you, Mandie. Don’t we all have our hands full?! Glad to “meet” you and thanks again for visiting. 🙂
I love the name and the insight into your journey! It seems like this is a great outlet for you, and I can’t wait to see where it leads you! Seems like you have your hands full, but still find balance. Keep up the great work!
I love the name and the insight into your journey! It seems like this is a great outlet for you, and I can’t wait to see where it leads you! Seems like you have your hands full, but still find balance. Keep up the great work!
Thank you, Mandie. Don’t we all have our hands full?! Glad to “meet” you and thanks again for visiting. 🙂
Visiting from the blog hop. Can totally relate on how blogging can help keep yourself accountable. Also, it’s a great way to learn from other busy moms with how they manage to stay fit/balance life. 🙂
Hey Lisa, I’m so glad you can relate. You’re right about it being a great way to learn from other moms. I just have one kid, and yet I read about moms of 2, 3+ and wonder how they manage. Thanks for stopping by!
Visiting from the blog hop. Can totally relate on how blogging can help keep yourself accountable. Also, it’s a great way to learn from other busy moms with how they manage to stay fit/balance life. 🙂
Hey Lisa, I’m so glad you can relate. You’re right about it being a great way to learn from other moms. I just have one kid, and yet I read about moms of 2, 3+ and wonder how they manage. Thanks for stopping by!
Visiting from the blog hop. Can totally relate on how blogging can help keep yourself accountable. Also, it’s a great way to learn from other busy moms with how they manage to stay fit/balance life. 🙂
Hey Lisa, I’m so glad you can relate. You’re right about it being a great way to learn from other moms. I just have one kid, and yet I read about moms of 2, 3+ and wonder how they manage. Thanks for stopping by!
I love this post! When we do something for the reason of plain ol’ enjoyment and joy, it is so much more fulfilling than if we thought of it as a “job”… at least in my opinion 😉 I too thrive on keeping my days full. I am much more productive and feel accomplished if I don’t sit around and think about doing things! Love that little cutie of yours – Totally worth chasing around the house if you ask me 🙂
Yep, he’s totally worth it! Plus, once he starts running, I can call that a workout and have even more free time. Win-win. 🙂
I love this post! When we do something for the reason of plain ol’ enjoyment and joy, it is so much more fulfilling than if we thought of it as a “job”… at least in my opinion 😉 I too thrive on keeping my days full. I am much more productive and feel accomplished if I don’t sit around and think about doing things! Love that little cutie of yours – Totally worth chasing around the house if you ask me 🙂
Yep, he’s totally worth it! Plus, once he starts running, I can call that a workout and have even more free time. Win-win. 🙂
I love this post! When we do something for the reason of plain ol’ enjoyment and joy, it is so much more fulfilling than if we thought of it as a “job”… at least in my opinion 😉 I too thrive on keeping my days full. I am much more productive and feel accomplished if I don’t sit around and think about doing things! Love that little cutie of yours – Totally worth chasing around the house if you ask me 🙂
Yep, he’s totally worth it! Plus, once he starts running, I can call that a workout and have even more free time. Win-win. 🙂
I agree–my blog is my creative outlet! And it is the best feeling when someone responds to that outlet. Thanks for posting such great thoughts!
Thanks for stopping by. It really is great when ppl respond/relate. Of course, I’d still do it either way! 🙂
I agree–my blog is my creative outlet! And it is the best feeling when someone responds to that outlet. Thanks for posting such great thoughts!
Thanks for stopping by. It really is great when ppl respond/relate. Of course, I’d still do it either way! 🙂
I agree–my blog is my creative outlet! And it is the best feeling when someone responds to that outlet. Thanks for posting such great thoughts!
Thanks for stopping by. It really is great when ppl respond/relate. Of course, I’d still do it either way! 🙂
I love this! My blog is my creative outlet, as well! I agree, being idle is not my jam – I also thrive on being busy (something I inherited from my mom). So wonderful to meet you on this blogging journey! http://www.obsessedbyportia.com
Hi Portia, thanks. Wonderful to meet you, too. I’m glad I’m not the only busy-body out there. There’s just too much to see and do to be idle! 🙂
I love this! My blog is my creative outlet, as well! I agree, being idle is not my jam – I also thrive on being busy (something I inherited from my mom). So wonderful to meet you on this blogging journey! http://www.obsessedbyportia.com
Hi Portia, thanks. Wonderful to meet you, too. I’m glad I’m not the only busy-body out there. There’s just too much to see and do to be idle! 🙂
I love this! My blog is my creative outlet, as well! I agree, being idle is not my jam – I also thrive on being busy (something I inherited from my mom). So wonderful to meet you on this blogging journey! http://www.obsessedbyportia.com
Hi Portia, thanks. Wonderful to meet you, too. I’m glad I’m not the only busy-body out there. There’s just too much to see and do to be idle! 🙂
I loved reading your reasons for blogging and getting to know you through the blog hop. Your son is absolutely adorable! I agree, sometimes balance is challenging when we have so many different responsibilities! Way to go mama!
Thank you so much, Aimee. Balance–what is that?! Haha. You’re right; it is tough, but we make it work. And sometimes we have to cut back on things to make room for what’s really important. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
I loved reading your reasons for blogging and getting to know you through the blog hop. Your son is absolutely adorable! I agree, sometimes balance is challenging when we have so many different responsibilities! Way to go mama!
Thank you so much, Aimee. Balance–what is that?! Haha. You’re right; it is tough, but we make it work. And sometimes we have to cut back on things to make room for what’s really important. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
I loved reading your reasons for blogging and getting to know you through the blog hop. Your son is absolutely adorable! I agree, sometimes balance is challenging when we have so many different responsibilities! Way to go mama!
Thank you so much, Aimee. Balance–what is that?! Haha. You’re right; it is tough, but we make it work. And sometimes we have to cut back on things to make room for what’s really important. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂