I forgot who I am. I got busy trying to find my place on the internet. I tried on faces. After awhile, I forgot who was underneath all those layers. Now I'm taking them off. I'm looking into my soul and remembering what is there.
Just myself; little ole me.
I'm not a fashionista, or a crafty genius, or a parenting guru. I'm not skinny or athletic. I don't keep a gorgeous house or have a thriving career. I'm not at the top of a great career. I'm not a great planner. I'm not young or wrinkle-free.
I am a mom, a wife, a friend, a visionary, a searcher, a thinker. I like to put honest thoughts into the world. I'm simple and silly; I tell stories with paper and canvas. I'm messy and messed-up. I want readers to feel safe to share honestly here; so I'll start by sharing honestly first.
I'm going back to my roots. My blog will be simpler, honest; hopefully artistic and helpful too.
I hope you don't mind the shift, but even if you do, it's one I need to make. Thank you for understanding.
I like it:) I understand the 'carving out your niche'issue. "Simpler, honest, artistic"...you can't go wrong;) Looking forward to reading~ xo
ReplyDeleteThank you, that warms my heart. :D
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ReplyDeleteThanks, Caroline. :D
DeleteI completely understand and LOVE your heart, honesty, & sweet spirit. I am looking forward to reading!! :)
ReplyDeleteAww, thank you, Jen. That means so much.
DeleteI like this a lot. x
ReplyDeleteThank you. I love that you like it. :)
DeleteYou are the sweetest. I wish I could give you a big hug and a peck on the cheek. I have always seen you here though. Maybe you are switching up here and there...but every single post has been you as I have known you.
ReplyDeleteBig X Big O
You completely understood. You're precious.
DeleteIm sure Im still going to come to visit you here :)
ReplyDeleteAww, thank you, Jen. :D
DeleteI missed this post but seen it up on the side bar
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT
this space is a gift, but it can also distract us from who we are if we get caught up into thinking we need to be who we think everyone is looking for
I come here because I find you fresh, honest with a lovely sprinkle of humour
you are a real person living a real life
I like that
I like to see that, because it mirrors my life...with figure prints and all
awesome that you recognized it!
you rock
love and light
Thank you, Cat. Your words buoy me! :)
DeleteWas just thinking about you, Catherine, and stopped by for a visit. SO glad to run across this post--I've been feeling overwhelmed and confused for a little while now with my blog too, having a hard time overcoming the online "pressure" and just "be me." Thanks for your encouragement here! And you are beautiful, by the way! Love this photo of you :)
ReplyDeleteSadee, I've always admired the uniqueness of your blog. From the watercolored paintings to your lyrical posts, I love seeing it all! I'm thankful this was an encouragement to you.
DeleteHello Catherine, i'm really enjoying reading your blog and it's very nice to meet you! I love this post. It says it all really! good on you. I shall enjoy reading more, Heather
ReplyDeleteNice to meet you too, Heather; and thank you. :)
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