Once upon a time, long long ago I used to be much better at this thing they call blogging.
I read blogs, I commented, I marketed and worked to make it what it kinda is today…always with hopes that it would continue to grow bigger and bigger.
I am amazed at the things that have happened over the years of doing this. The people I have “met” and learned from, the experiences I’ve had the opportunity to have…it’s all been memorable and amazing and I would never ever trade it for anything.
Over the last few months though, it’s kind of tapered off for me. I rarely get on the computer to write, let alone read and comment anywhere. (sorry guys…) And marketing is totally off the table.
I think it all started when we began to foster, because life needed me to be even more present. I began to realize that my priorities needed some shifting…and while writing and giving my words wings will always be important…for this moment in my life, it needed to take a back burner.
It’s crazy how much God is at work in my life right now. Issues I have been struggling and attempting to deal with are finally coming to a head. I feel hope for the first time in a long time, and I believe there will be change. I understand the what and why, and now I’m ready to put into practice the how. I am tired and weary, and ready to move beyond it all. It’s time. The time is most definitely now.
There have also been a TON of emotions and details surrounding the foster situation, and it’s been heavy on my heart and mind. It’s all I can do to remember to give it to the Lord, and just. trust. in. Him. Today though, God showed up…and in details I can’t share quite yet, I was reminded that this is WAY beyond me, and I have absolutely no reason to worry or be anxious.
So ya, life is different.
But I am present and aware and growing, and when things settle down, maybe I’ll be back on a regular schedule again, or maybe I’ll continue on with a new pace instead.
In the meantime, I’ll be here when I’m here, and I’ll write and share when I can.
And know I am IN LOVE with all of you that continue to support me, read this blog, comment, and email….regardless of how often I write and how sucky it might be when I do.
You truly are the wind beneath my wings.
In the most non cheesy way I could possibly mean it too.
© 2010 “Le Musings of Moi”
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I think that’s probably the normal timeline of blogging… sometimes real life just has to take back over! You keep doing what you’re doing though lady – you are amazing! 🙂
oh lady, trust me i know how you’re feeling…i’ve been going through that to a certain extent myself…and at the end of the day, blogging comes in last on the priorities list right now…i hope you’re finding the comfort you’re looking for. so glad to see that Heavenly Father is working in such amazing ways in your life!!
Love you Summer! We’re here when you need us!
I always love to come over when you’re here. 🙂 I am so glad to hear how God is at work, would love to hear more when you’re ready to share. 😀
it is for sure that – to put it as my granny would – “the breath, blood and bones in your life need your attention more than everything else.” She was referring to things other than blogging – granny did not compute, let alone blog. your priorities are in place and blogging will always be here.
glad to see you are doing well though!
you have made the little bit of guilt i had of being a bad blogger/reader go away…
just sometimes it gets really crazy busy and…something gotta give for the better. and through other channel i keep in touch with what you’re up to anyway!
i am not sure i have told you but i am very admirant of your family fostering adventure. it is truly wonderful and generous. you can be proud woman!
xo
you are wonderful..life comes first!
on a sappy side note.. I just want to say I am so glad to have “met” you. When I first came to your blog I thought you were like a California snob and was not sure I’d be back. But something made me come back and then again…and I certainly was proven wrong. You are a real deal chick and I love ya! I’ll be here for ya whenever life let’s you write. 🙂
I will continue to be a faithful reader! 🙂
Oh girl, life happens and is sometimes much bigger than blog-land… I just started blogging again after a period of very sporadic posts. Nothing crazy is going on for me, I’m just busy living it up with summer fun! 😉 I had a brief moment of guilt from not posting regularly, but then I dismissed it, because life is all about ebb and flow, even in the blogosphere.
Blessings to you and your fam!
xoxo J
I think you just wrapped it all up for me. I’ve felt the same way. Funny how things pick up and life sweeps us off our feet….;) But like you said, you’ll get to it when you do and we’re gonna have to live with that…I’ll miss those fashion friday posts but we’ll catch up:) take care babe…xoxo
I am so happy for you that God is helping you through this anxiety, that is what I need and continue to pray for! I understand how hard it is to make time to blog, just do it when time allows and you are beautiful, inside and out!
Summer,
you are in my heart and always will be.
Much love to you, momma. 🙂
AARGH! I just had the world’s longest comment up on here and somehow deleted it!!! Ugh.
Anyhow, I basically said how much I loved getting to take in your blog tonight, but that I was having very bad home decor envy. LOVE your new stuff and LOVE how you have such an eye for finding it! Also agreed with previous commentors (sp???) on most recent post… life definitely has a way of taking over but I’m so excited to see how God is working in your life! And we MUST catch up about it! Hopefully we can talk SOON! I miss you, lady!!!
Anyhow, I also said thanks for your sweet comments on my blog (can’t wait for Maelee to meet you- it WILL happen someday!!!) and mentioned a friend’s blog that I think you’d like:
parkandvivianne.blogspot.com
It’s all about fashion and I think you’d love her writing style. Something about her always reminded me of you.
Ok, love you and can’t wait to catch up!!!
You will be missed, because you are on my list of daily read blogs, so come back whenever you can find the time.
know the feeling…there are people out there that will just keep on keeping on…don’t even worry! we are still here
You know we all understand life happens! I go through blog spurts (i’ve been so good lately lol), BUT it happens, and we love you and understand:-) We all have our lives too! With that said I LOVE how you thank God so often for things. It inspires me and reminds me when I need it! Hang in there, He has big plans for you!
pretty much everyone i know who has a blog has been majorly slacking lately, so you’re not alone. and there are more important things in life- fostering is a great gift you’re giving and i’m sure it demands a lot of time.
anyways, i’m happy every time you visit me! don’t worry if you’re busy.
Those munchkins definitely trump blogging!
I will always be here. May God guide you always!