In 2006 I discovered blogging. I wanted to be just like all those other amazing bloggers out there. When my family blog flopped. I started this blog. Oh, how I dreamed of being a popular blogger. Making a name for myself. Instead, I have watched many of my dear blogging friends grow into some of the most popular bloggers with thousands of followers, with shows, books, and kitchenware lines. Living my dream. Turns out I am a terrible writer. No one wants to read trash.
Unhappy with my blog. Unhappy watching others obtain great success. Feeling like a true loser. I shut my blog down. Stood in front of the mirror did a self-evaluation. Had an awaking to the real reason that I felt like a loser. Then I realized that my children deserved a happy mother for once in their lives. I knew my marriage was over. Nothing I did was going to change it. It was time to seek true happiness. With the help of my family, I made the leap into divorce. I wish I could say that it's been a piece of cake. It hasn't been. At this time I am happy in ways I never thought possible. I like my new life. I am still in the process of creating my 2nd half life with the most amazing man that God has blessed me with. Have added the fun of blending our families together. I have discovered lots of new likes, and hobbies.
Here's a glance of what's happened since I shut my blog down and stood in the mirror.
2012 / 2013 Began my return to my religious roots ( The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)/ started a new career path (CNA/MED Tech)
2014 Discovered I had severe food allergies, dropped 70-75 lbs: Diagnosed with E.O.E
2015 Left husband/ Moved to Texas / started divorce/ started therapy/Diagnosed with PTSD (from living with an addict for 25 years.)
2016 Wrapped up my divorce/ married the most amazing man. / Move to Little Rock, Arkansas.
Your new "About" page turned out fabulously! I loved learning about you and your passions - - your history - - your family. You really took my tutorial and ran with it. I'm so impressed...and truly encouraged to know that my humble lil post inspired you. Thank you for commenting on my blog and for the invitation over here to visit your beautiful corner of the blog-o-sphere. Yay!
ReplyDeleteI am delighted you stopped by to read it. I was truly inspired by your tutorial.
DeleteJust included a photo and link to your "About" page in my Reader Showcase post today. Thanks for being so awesome! Feel free to stop by to check it out and grab a featured button.
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Warmly,
Lauren
The Thinking Closet
I just saw this. Neat. I went to college in the San Diego area too. I remember Horton plaza and Sea Port Village.
ReplyDeleteThere was the best salt water taffy at a little candy shop located in Sea Port Village. My dad loved spending Saturdays down at Sea Port.
DeleteSo did my dad. He worked in San Diego for awhile.
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