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why I blog – and why I’ve been lost around these parts

September 4, 2012 7 Comments

Well hello there! I know I’ve tried to promise a few times that once I got settled in the new job, I would get back to my five-day-a-week posting cycle. The truth is, I just don’t have time. I love my new job. I love my furry family (husband included). Because of all the commitments that come with that, my hours are limited.

I’ve toyed with the idea of leaving blogging all together but the real reason I stay, is because I like sharing what I do. I blog because I like to create. Do I like it for the numbers? No. Do I like it for the money? Hell no because I don’t make anything worth my while. Why do I blog? Because I love making things. End of story.

So from now on, I’m not going to apologize for any delays in between posts. I’m not going to stress myself out about posting or not posting. I have no desire to be a big blog. I have no need to get upset at myself for not having post materials. If you stick around, thanks! If not, don’t worry. I won’t hold it against you. Promise.

That said, I’ve actually been knee deep in projects but just haven’t had a chance to post due to life getting in the way. We’ve been working on the house, I made 90+ custom wedding invitations, and am hosting a bridal shower this coming weekend so there is plenty of stuff to share.

Hope you all had a great long weekend. For those of you still hanging around, I’ll see you soon 🙂

PS – If you care about my desires for this blog as it “grows up”, check out this post from last March.

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About Anna@DirectionsNotIncluded

Hi there! I'm Anna, the voice behind Directions Not Included. I'm a marketer, crafter, DIYer and lover of all things home related. You can usually find me covered in paint, cuddled with one of my pets or in front of a computer or other digital device. Thanks for reading Directions Not Included. I hope you stick around.

Comments

  1. Laura from Top This Top That says

    September 4, 2012 at 11:12 am

    I have missed you! I am not going anywhere. I did’nt realize you got a new job. hope all is well.

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  2. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    September 4, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    duh. of course i will stick around. plus with my leg like this, i’m not going anywhere fast. 😉 hoping i will be runing around again soon and mail off your package next week. 🙂 love you, friend! 🙂

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  3. Alexander's Mommy says

    September 4, 2012 at 2:50 pm

    Well you have messed up all my mornings since you are my morning read but I must not be upset because those custom invitations and bridal shower is all for me.:) I promise to stick around forever and ever!!! I love you and I can’t wait to see all the wedding post. Hugs!

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  4. Andrea says

    September 5, 2012 at 1:04 am

    I’m here too and will be. I’ve lost my moe joe with blogging and can’t seem to find it. I’m like you too, and I don’t care about the numbers, etc…I do it to share my passion and try to inspire others. Thanks for sharing you and keeping it real. I’ve been wondering about you by the way.
    Hope you are doing well and that the hurricanes stay away 🙂

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  5. coolmommaweed says

    September 5, 2012 at 10:23 pm

    Not going anywhere. Your blog is awesome & the things you share are well worth the wait whenever or however long it takes for you to share them. Don’t worry about numbers…when your awesome projects are shared, you will gain new followers – many more than you might lose.

    Reply
  6. Homestyling101 says

    September 7, 2012 at 12:39 am

    Still a reader! It isn’t quantity it’s quality…I’ll still be here when you do post! As a blogger myself, I find it hard to be inspired to write everyday especially when spending all my design juice on clients…do what works for you…then it will be good for us!!
    Joanne @ Homestyling101

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  7. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    September 10, 2012 at 12:28 am

    You’re on my Google Reader, so you can bet I’ll be around whenever you post! 🙂 It’s hard to work and spend time with you family and do projects plus write posts about them! Take all the time you need! 🙂

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