Remember a couple of weeks ago when I asked five bloggers five questions? Several of you said you wanted me to answer my own five questions. I hope you were serious. . . Here’s a little insight into my crazy blogging head.
My mind is always racing with ideas for how I can make this blog a little better. I do a lot of my thinking in the shower (one of the few places where I’m ever alone). An idea for a post could come from anywhere—a pretty picture in a magazine, a question from a reader, something I want to do to our house. If people only knew how often I have the thought “maybe I could blog about that", they might be alarmed. . .
I’ll be honest. The email that comes along with blogging totally overwhelms me sometimes. I don’t mind questions, and try my best to answer them, but I occasionally have to go through my inbox and just delete those that are over a month old, and decide to be okay with that. Sometimes, it’s all I can handle to just put regular posts up on my blog and take care of everything else I have to do around here. I hope you all understand. (I think you do.)
I am more than grateful that blogging has become a job for me, and one that allows me to do 99% of my work from behind the computer, at home in a crusty t-shirt, with a very flexible schedule. Beyond that, I love that I’ve made some great “online friends” (which sounds creepy, but really isn’t). And, okay—seeing our home in BHG was pretty huge for me.
I have to say, I dread Monday morning blogging. A Monday morning post means Sunday night writing, which means coming out of weekend mode a little early. Isn’t that silly?
(Oh, and a very full email inbox, which I already mentioned, sometimes gives me anxiety.)
These are big problems to have, right? :)
Lately, I’ve been starting my posts late at night and finishing them in the morning after I drop the big kids at school. The twins have recently turned mobile, which is making this slightly more difficult. Sometimes, if I have a good (or funny) thought, I’ll quickly write a title and a few sentences during the day and save it to come back to and work on later.
There you have it. More than you ever wanted to know about my blogging habits.
Happy Monday!
I absolutely love that last picture! Awww... :) If you only knew how many times I also say 'I could write about that!' Too funny!
ReplyDeleteHey, I'm just impressed that you can do anything with five kids! (Plus, you look amazing. Unfair!;)
ReplyDeleteawe I love it! Blogging is a fun little hobby for me right now and I don't do it as much as I'd like. I love reading how other bloggers are inspired, because I would love to take mine to the next level one day. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!! I think we can all understand how busy life gets and appreciate all the times you can/do answer, especially when we ask where did that come from and you actually answer and share:0) Thanks and Happy Monday!
ReplyDeleteThose babies are just sooooooooo adorable..!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are too cute and those babies are adorable - double blessing - we are sure happy you blog - love following along :)
ReplyDeleteI love your blog!!! It always inspires me, but doing what you do with five kids is truly inspirational!
ReplyDeleteI have a question, can you tell me where you bought the sconces around your t.v.? They look great. Would love to see more pictures of your t.v. gallery wall from the new house. Thanks!
Still working on that wall :) The sconces were a little project. Post coming soon, I promise.
DeleteOk, Thanks. Can't wait!!
DeleteYou sure have some ADORABLE children!!! I do the same thing, when I have an idea..I just start the post headline and add to it later. Funny how you brainstorm in the shower!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness... those babies are too cute!!!! Love your blog!
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts - they are always welcome! If you have any more please send them my way. I'm needing lots of inspiration and guidance lately :) PS I'm also guilty of not responding to every email - especially if the answer can be found in a million places on the blog.
ReplyDeleteLoved this post and a little insight into your day. By the way, your kids are just adorable! (HUGS) Clydia
ReplyDeleteThese pictures are awesome! Thank you for sharing your kiddos with us--and the way you manage it all.
ReplyDeleteI know you're not officially doing design work for clients anymore, but I wonder if you miss that. You probably don't have time to miss it! ;-)
xo
I honestly don't miss it one bit. I thought I would but there's no way I could fit one more thing into my day right now. And, there's something to be said for just writing about pretty rooms instead of running around like a mad woman trying to create them :) Know what I mean?
Deleteahhhh - i love seeing into someone else's life! i, too, dislike sunday pm blogging :)
ReplyDeleteThis was a great post Emily. I love the photos of your kids- they are all so precious. I've wondered how you juggle everything, and it's good to know you are so relate-able...THAT is what attracts me to your blog, plus your good taste!
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love it Emily!!! So glad you did this! xoxo
ReplyDeleteGreat post and I love your home office! And the little ones are too precious! You rock at being able to keep up blogging and take care of 5 kids...total inspiration to me!
ReplyDeleteMy twins are a little older than yours, and just starting to crawl... it makes everything more difficult. We built a 'gated community' where all their toys are, and it keeps them in place while I get done what I need to do... but honestly, I usually end up playing in the gated community with them, while the dishes remain unwashed.
ReplyDeleteLove your answers!!!
ReplyDeleteAw, the twins are so cute!!! I think everyone understands why you can't possibly respond to every email. Love your blog!
ReplyDeleteI was wondering if you'd share your answers to the 5 questions! Thanks for doing that. One thing I love about reading your blog is how real and down-to-earth you are. I think it's incredible that you do what you do with 5 little ones.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Chaney :)
DeleteThese are such great tips and insight into your blogging world! I have one little girl (and another coming soon), but I am seriously inspired by how you keep up! :)
ReplyDeleteStill amazed at your ability to do it all. I have 3 kiddos and just started blogging for fun back in November. Im struggling with keeping up with my SAHM obligations along with all the blog stuff like photographing, writing the posts, linking up to parties and completing projects. I absolutely love cataloging out home's evolution though.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the peek into your world.
Amelia
Just wanted to say "Oh my! The twins are getting so big!" Amazing how quickly children grow. And your big kids...they're growing so fast too.
ReplyDeleteGreat blog!
Love this post! Your babies are ADORABLE!!
ReplyDeleteThat last photo of your twins is absolutely ADORABLE. Hahaha. They are getting so big!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your answers! I know you are an inspiration to many of us!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this insight. Your blog is so different from mine that the five questions would be answered QUITE differently for me. It is refreshing to hear your answers. For mine I must study and study and study in order to teach a lesson. Knowing how much time my blog requires for me (and I am an empty nester) I can not understand how you find the time with five children to accomplish the task you do. I just have one last comment, I just knew when I came upon that last pic of the twins that I was going to get an E-trade commercial! lol!!!!! Keep the posts coming. It is a bright spot in my day! Love you girl and I am never offended if you don't get around to answering my emails!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, Emily! Love, love your blog, it's one of my favorite parts of my day. Keep up the great work!
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I am not a blogger but read dozens of blogs and yours is my favorite. thank you for sharing the pictures of your kids. I think they are heartwarming and funny!
ReplyDeleteEmily- Thanks for sharing! ...and the mobile children are adorable!!!
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Good grief, Emily. How you manage to even find a crusty t-shirt is miraculous! I love the kiddo pics...they keep you running all day at that age. Adorable, all of them.
ReplyDeleteYour kiddos are all so cute. I think it's wonderful that you share the reality of blogging (as a job) and mothering young kids at the same time. You are doing a fabulous job - I love visiting here and being inspired by your designs. Adorable baby pics are just the cherry on top!!
ReplyDeleteOh my word! I am going to EAT UP the baby birds! Look at their fuzzy little heads - SWOON! As always, love, love, love your blog. Thanks for the time and effort you put into it.
ReplyDeleteSorry to ask you a question, I know you don't mind, but it still takes time. Where is the painting in your hall from? the one you can see from your front office area.
ReplyDeleteHi Kristin, I found it on Craigslist.
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ReplyDeleteThose babies are adorable :)
ReplyDeleteAh, those little babies are so sweet! I'm glad you chimed in with your answers too! Good luck with the bathroom- not how I'd recommend you lose weight though! Ha! :)
ReplyDeleteHi! I’m new follower of your blog and would like to invite you to join me at my weekly Clever Chicks Blog Hop: http://www.the-chicken-chick.com/2013/01/clever-chicks-blog-hop-19-hog-wash_27.html
ReplyDeleteI hope you can make it!
Cheers,
Kathy Shea Mormino
The Chicken Chick
Thanks for sharing this, Emily! It was great to get a peek in your head :) The pictures with all five of your kids together amaze me. I have two and cannot even imagine five! Really enjoy your blog :)
ReplyDeleteseriously, ditto to all. even starting posts at night and finishing in the morning. i almost never post on monday. :)
ReplyDeleteYou have my utmost respect Emily....not really sure how you do it. But I am so glad you do.
ReplyDeleteWow, Emily, you're kids are adorable and I am loving the hair on the twins. I blog but rarely because of time (now I'm embarrassed to say that) and I don't get to read many blogs either. I'm trying to play catch up now and spending my whole morning on yours. :)
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