Are you singing? These are the lyrics of my life right now. I lost myself in the book in an unbelievable way. It didn’t help that the medical emergencies, and hospitalization for the first time in my life, and emergency surgeries and subsequent out-patient procedure came smack in the middle of writing the book.
What this meant is that when I recovered I had to continue working on the book at a more feverish pace. You can read that as I disappeared into the office for a month and barely came out because that’s essentially what happened.
My friends, my readers, those who supported me through this journey blessed me so much. I turned in the book and took off on a road trip with my family to reconnect and it was perfect. Much needed. Now it’s time to reconnect with you guys.
I was little quieter than usual – not one-hundred percent sure how to pick this full-time motherhood thing back up again. Sidney told me to just start where I left off and it didn’t take long to pick back up the momentum again.
Now I find myself ready to blog and having a similar feeling. So, with your indulgence, I think I’ll do the same thing here. Just pick right back up with the Twelve Steps to Blogging Success and instead of going with the monthly calendar I had originally planned, I’m just going to barrel through the steps as I’m able and feel inspired. Sound like a plan? Is that OK?
What do you do when life pulls you away from your routine and you lose yourself? How do you snap back to reality?
Good to know that you are trying to balance things in your life. Sometimes it’s hard to juggle the important things. You just have to set your priorities, but in the end, family is what matters most.
Thanks Val – it is hard to balance everything…I think balance is a myth. But honestly? Much of the first half of the year was about survival. Lol!
Sounds great! So proud of you.
Thanks! That means a lot.
You’re plan sounds good, Angela. Glad to see you back again 🙂
That should read “Your plan…” 🙂
I totally read typos. 😉
We missed you, but you needed to be with your family after all that, so we understood. You have always been amazing when it comes to all you do with your blogs and writing, so that won’t stop now. Just do whatever comes naturally and feels right and you’ll be fine. xoxo
I missed me too! Finishing the book on time took basically every extra bit of time.
I’ve been so busy finding myself that I totally get this. That’s what my posts have been about since I returned to blogging. How I’ve been so busy living and trying to figure out who I am and what I want. Sometimes we need to stop and realize what comes first. This should ALWAYS be family! But I’m glad to see you too! 🙂 xoxo
Seasons, right?
Wow! It sounds like you have been through a lot!
I understand how consuming it can be to write a book on a tight deadline. Earlier this year, I had 30 days to write my first book. I ended up spending most days on my closet floor in my bedroom. The only place I could find complete quiet.
Taking a trip to reconnect with your family is a fabulous idea! I think I’m going to do the same. Much needed. Can’t wait for your book to come out.
Many Blessings!
Kasey Trenum
Kasey, I really appreciate your comment – thanks for stopping by the blog and facebook stalking me! 🙂 My husband built little doors around my office desk so it is totally like an office.
As for the family-reconnect-trip it was PERFECT. I was feeling completely drained and “uninspired” and now I’m back to my old self…brimming over with ideas and tackling two or three new projects simultaneously. 🙂 Feels so good!
I noticed that you were picking up the pace again. Congrats on the book – and time with family. Best wishes as you get back into blogging.
Thanks for noticing Jendi! It means a lot that someone missed me and noticed. hehehehe I feel like I’m going full-tilt with a ton of new ideas, projects and inspirations. Stay tuned!!