The truth is, I have an overwhelming desire to connect with people on a regular basis, and I feel like blogging is an excellent way to do so. Why? Because I'm not afraid to share my life with others for the sake of them realizing they aren't alone.
If you want to go to a blog that teaches you how to cook, photograph, and entertain a plate of foie gras, this won't be a blog you enjoy. I may make the occasional plant-based, blog-worthy meal in an attempt to make it look like I have my life together and I adhere to a stupid-strict diet. But many days, I struggle. And although I have a knack for taking some pretty photos of food, I don't cook everyday, and I love Amy's Meals too much to bother with a ton of time in the kitchen. That being said, you may still find some kitchen inspiration here and there.
If you're looking for a blog with thinspiration, this isn't exactly the right place (yet I can provide you with a blog that is). I'm actively trying to work on my very average, post-baby body, and pictures of myself will not inspire you. I think that living an active, healthy lifestyle is essential to being happy and getting the most out of each day. As a mom of a 16 month-old, this doesn't always happen. I aspire to this, and you're welcome to join me as I make an effort each day to create healthy habits. I'd love to hear from you what you enjoy in your healthy lifestyle!
I have some strong opinions about a few beauty products, and I appreciate an array of brands and products that I use daily. But this isn't a beauty blog. I might chime in a couple of times about what I truly love and why, but I won't be as helpful as this blog.
Organization is also a really popular topic these days. There are some incredible blogs out there, like A Bowl Full of Lemons, which inspire and energize me on days when I feel like doing nothing. The standards upheld in Toni's household far surpass mine, but it's all serving a purpose to inspire people to take care of their things, creating order, space and time in their lives. I may try to do a few things in my home that are noteworthy, but this blog can't simply be about organizing. I wouldn't make it very far!
I'm not a perfect mommy, and blogging solely about motherhood wouldn't fit me well (but again, I know of one that suits this lady well). I love my little family and I fight for balance each day. This is all in the midst of my daughter learning (and loving) the word, "no." Might I also mention that she is now becoming more aware of her diaper and the tabs that keep it on her person? Many pees on the floor have taken place, and she seems to be loving every minute of this personal discovery. These are the days that truly feel like we are progressing at an exponential rate. It's extremely fulfilling to make a deeper connection with my little person, but it's incredibly bittersweet. Time is elusive. Who knows? I may have some sweet stories that hit home with someone, and that's what I hope this blog achieves.
Finally, this isn't a super-crafty blog, either. I do have a crafty gene. I don't have a ton of crafting time. But I'm going to try to do things that are share-worthy and fun!
I'm not even going to say, "I hope you'll enjoy my blog..." or "Come with me on my journey through motherhood, weight loss, organizing, creating, cooking, bleep bloop blorp." If you enjoy it, you enjoy it. If you don't- I promise there's another blog out there for you and you'll find it!
-Britt
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