I’ve been so inspired lately to really revamp my blog and the content found here that last night I finally purchased the Blog Life ecourse by A Beautiful Mess. I bought and completed Blog Love, their previous blog ecourse (written a few years ago) and loved it so much. I knew I would love this one, too, especially with all the new content included.
It feels natural for my blogging career to have highs and lows. After all, this blog is a small reflection of my real life. Some seasons (or years) are harder than others. Some seasons (or years) are incredibly fruitful and inspiring. Even though there are ups and downs I think the main lesson I’ve learned is if it’s important I should keep at it. The same goes for real life.
My online presence has slowed a bit since the new year, but I feel so confident about that decision. I know there will come a time when my family life is less busy, so there’ll be more time to easily sneak away and work on outside projects. But for now it’s incredibly different than it used to be. So rather than work against it, I’m embracing it. And to be honest it’s given me such affirmation and ease. Everything with my personal life seems to be 200% better than before. (I know, right?!) It was hard to make this decision but I feel so brave.
The other day I gathered some stray pieces of art and created a new collage for a wall in our little reading nook/play area (see above photo). It was so fun to have the inspiration to try something new (switch out the art inside the red frame and even repurpose old nail holes). We have some wooden “items” (I think one’s a talking stick?) from our trip to Tanzania, Africa two years ago, and I mentioned to Zack we need to hang them on the wall. I love showcasing non-traditional memorabilia on our walls. It reminds me of our adventures. Zack of course loved the idea. So, stay tuned ;)
I wish you a happy, peaceful weekend! You can find me working (slowly) on this ecourse… Three cheers for inspiring reads. xo
Where is your C.S. Lewis print from?
@Jen, Mandipity made it :) it was included with a box of goodies when Angie Smith released new newest book Chasing God.
Maggie – I honestly, truly admire you so deeply for making a conscious choice to slow down the pace for awhile. I think that is the most amazing and beautiful thing you can do for your family and for yourself right now. Maxwell will not always be so tiny and so needy – and you can’t ever get these young-Max days back. I know your business and blog is an extension of yourself; I’m sure it’s hard to step back from that. But the fact that you feel good about it means you are growing deeper roots and knowing yourself better – rather than spending energy you don’t have and over-stretching yourself. There are seasons for everything in life and I think it is very mature of you to recognize this season for what it is and to embrace it! :)
@Sarah Milligan, …and that is exactly how we feel, too. I am seriously loving this change in my schedule. It’s a big one for sure, but it’s been wonderful :) Thank you for your comment, it was so encouraging to read. XO
Where did you get your ‘I need africa’ print. I love it!!
@Rachael, It’s from Mocha Club, designed by Lindsay of Lindsay Letters ♥
Hi Maggie,
I was just wondering what happened to Caroline-Made? I don’t see any links or mentions of it on your site anymore. Is it still open?
@Andrea, hi dear! nothing is currently available for sale with C-M ♥
I love the prints and the idea of a collage wall. I need to figure out how to decorate this apartment.
I’m also going to check out the ecourse.