Month: November 2013

Process Schmocess

Today’s #bloglikecrazy writing prompt is how we blog, our process. I will confess that I don’t have a set tried and true process. I know the most amazing bloggers who go through a few drafts of a blog post before publishing the final one. I just find a few minutes in the day to sit down and write out my thoughts. I definitely proof it before posting (usually), but that’s it. That’s the whole thing. Hence the reason they are amazing writers and bloggers, and I am just a goofball.

I learn a lot from those that have a strict process for creating their content like all about ledes, editorial calendars, and more. But since I barely have the time to plan meals for my livability, I haven’t been able to try any of those ideas yet. Still, I look up to those women – my friends who set aside a specific time period or amount of time each day for writing, who plan and follow their editorial calendars religiously, who write and rewrite their posts, perfecting their craft. I doubt I will ever be as awesome as they are, but as long as I’m having fun, my process works for me.

Love yourself.
Find peace inside.
Share happiness.

Why Ask Why?

I love cliches. I know, I know…that’s so cliche. But it’s true. I can’t help it. I really don’t see why everyone dislikes them so. They’re fun and like a universal language we all begrudgingly speak.

Today’s writing prompt asks why we blog. I’ve never really thought about it and I can’t think of a good answer. How sad is that? I’m not a writer…I know that. I don’t enjoy it the way a lot of my friends do. Part of me thinks I might if I found the perfect outlet for me. It’s not blogging though I do enjoy getting my feelings out there. I’ve written shorts stories and poems, neither are a passion. I can’t even fathom writing a novel when I balk at writing a few paragraphs for 30 days straight. I don’t know.

Don’t get me wrong, I don’t hate writing or blogging. I wouldn’t be doing #bloglikecrazy if I did. I enjoy giving friends and family insight into my mind and thoughts. I enjoy venting on here when need be. I enjoy being able to write one time to update everyone on something major in my life…saves so much time.

When I’m not blogging like crazy I’m very sporadic in my posts. They usually appear when something happens, I feel strongly about something, or the like. There is normally a specific reason for the post. I don’t find inspiration to write in a lot of things and I’m ok with that. My outlets come in other ways. I’m more of a doer and implementer, not really a writer. But I’m thankful for the opportunity, ability, and freedom to write what I want when I want. I take it for granted entirely too much. I need to work on that. Let’s add that to yesterday’s list. 😉

Have a wonderful day, friends!

Love yourself.
Find peace inside.
Share happiness.

What’s New for November? Me!

Heyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy out there in blogland! I’m baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa-aaaaaaaaaaaaaack. First off, before I get started on anything else, I have to tell you that La-Di-Da-Di just came on the radio station I am listening to. SCORE! This takes me back to junior high and high school. I may or may not still know all the words. Shhhhhhhhhh!

Alright, back to business. November is #bloglikecrazy month for us See Jane Write gals. And seeing as how I have been sorely lacking in the writing department for months, here goes nothing.

I am grateful for Javacia’s writing prompts for each day if we’re blanking. Today’s topic is our intentions for the month. We all know how well I do with written out goals (cough), but I am hopeful! This month I would like to:

  1. Continue this writing trend
  2. Work harder on making healthier food choices
  3. Start riding Elektra again (my bicycle..I stopped during the hot weather because I would surely pass out)
  4. Spend more quality time with hubster, family, and friends (I’ve been remiss in my trips home to Montgomery)
  5. Begin cleaning out the house so I can have a massive yard sale in the spring and MINIMIZE
  6. Focus on finances and make some major changes for the new year
  7. Slow down socially. I am in desperate need of “me” time. I love my city, all my friends and their celebrations, but I’m just wearing myself down, I can tell. So HEALTH IS NUMBER ONE! My hypothyroidism levels continue to increase (not good), so I need to slow down and focus on all things good and well.

That’s it. That’s me and November. Are you doing #bloglikecrazy? If so, what are you most excited to write about?

See you tomorrow! 🙂

Love yourself.
Find peace inside.
Share happiness.