I am a girl, a mama, a wife. I am learning as I go, trying to figure out this life. I don’t claim to have all the answers. I don’t claim to know it all about how to live life well. I do know that this space, for me, has changed. I don’t write as much as I used to. I don’t use words to explain it all. I take more pictures, and I think they sometimes can express better than I can how beautiful life is.
I shifted this blog to be a place where I can share small fragments of my life as I flail my way through, trying to find serenity, beauty, peace and inspiration. I don’t want to tell others how to live, but I can hope that maybe through sharing moments and ideas that maybe it will inspire. There is a lot of negativity in this world. My blog could be a place where I rant and rave about the things I find unjust, unfair, untrue, and wrong in the world, but I don’t. I want this to be a place of positive – a corner of my life where I can share the simple things that make days brighter. Negativity is viral. It spreads. Soon one complaint turns into another complaint and then all of a sudden I’m focused the wrong way and lose sight of the beauty that was right there in front of me while I was complaining.
So this is me. This is why I am here, doing what I am doing. I may be “naive, silly, unrealistic and far from someone who should be sharing how to live a simple life”. I may be. I don’t know. I do know that I am fumbling for answers just like anyone else. I just may be looking in a different place than you. All I know is that I am finding what I was seeking just by opening my eyes, looking closely, slowing down and taking time to see. My simple life isn’t anyone else’s. And it’s not meant to be the best or most of anything. But it’s the best and most I can do with what I have right now. And even if it’s not what you were looking for, I’ll keep sharing. Because this is me.
Well, I for one am very fond of you.
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If it makes you feel any better! I love your blog! I just posted this morning about blessings… How looking for these keeps me positive. Being positive is one of my favorite things about myself! We are all human, just keep doing what you are doing!
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I have been following your blog for a few months now and I love your it!! Keep up the good work! Where did you find the chairs your kiddos are sitting in? I love them!
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Who you are is what makes me come back to your blog! Just keep being you and we’ll keep on coming back for more. :]
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All I know is that I am finding what I was seeking just by opening my eyes, looking closely, slowing down and taking time to see.
that statement says it all. that is all it takes to live the simple life.
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I have been reading for a while and never commented before. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, positive outlook, and your beautiful family! I have read more than a few posts and felt like your thoughts have brought me back from the trail of negativity I am prone to follow. Your words have resonated with me and with the place I am in life too. I hope you keep sharing!
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Emily, I like your blog just the way it is. I find the most comfort reading words that are true and not full of fluff!
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I love ya, girl!
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I love this post and I love you!
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Hi Emily,
I love the honesty in this post. And I think that’s just the right thing to do – while it’s great to read your words (and see your pictures) – ultimately this isn’t about me. This has to feel right for you.
I think we’re all fumbling through life, to some degree. I, for one, think you and your family are doing a pretty great job of “living” life…
Anyway, I love this post today. Keep being “you” right here in this space…
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I think your blog is beautiful and I love visiting.
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I so enjoy your blog… pictures, words and all! In fact, I enjoy it so much that I linked to you today in hopes of pointing others in this direction.
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Please, please, please tell me that someone didn’t actually say that phrase you have in quotes. It could not be further from the truth. I’m sure I’ll never meet you in real life but I think if I did that we’d be friends because I SO frequently identify with what you have to say. Keep doing what you’re doing. It’s outstanding.
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Thank you, everyone. It was nice to come here this morning and read these comments. Yes, Nicki, someone did say it to me.
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Hip Hip Hooray for your wonderful posting . More people should think that way. Thoughts of love and peace is what we need to hear .Thanks and love you . From an old lady( woman).
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Dear Emily,
I’m a quiet blog reader so don’t tend to leave comments. My life is very different to yours – I live in England, am single and am managing a long term chronic illness. Despite this difference in life situation I read your blog each day and I always come away feeling uplifted and inspired. You are an excellent writer and always thoughtful. Your words and pictures help to dispel negative thoughts. I can see what kind of life is possible, what I can aspire to…I want to thank you for being so generous with your time and thank you for sharing your beautiful family and all your hard-won wisdom with me. You make my mornings better. Thank you.
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I’ve always loved your blog because it has always reminded me to count my blessings and look for the beauty in life. All of us need that reminder!!
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Sweet you, sweet blog. (short and simple because I can’t top these great comments:-)
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The person who said that – any person who feels the need to put others down in order to build themselves up – is an unhappy and insecure person. You must know that.
Glad to see you taking the high road. Being yourself is the best thing you can do, in blogging and in real life.
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Aw, Emily, I can’t believe someone said that to you. Reminds me of a comment I had on my blog one time. At first I was very insecure about it and wondered how many people might think the same thing. But then I came around to feel just like you, this is ME. This is MY space. I don’t have all the talent or all the answers, I am just willing to share my own view on life. And I just need to keep it real. I love your blog, love your encouragement and love how you encourage us to keep life simple just by focusing in on what matters.
Enjoy your vacation!!
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Oh man Emily, really? Well, I love your blog and you just the way you are!! and I love what you have to share, it’s what keeps me coming back! ♥
~TidyMom
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I think you’re beautiful and I love your blog.
I am glad you are having a nice vacation!
I just wanted to let you know that I’m giving away a free Keeper menstrual cup if you’d like to enter. I’m trying to tell all my blog friends!
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Wonderful, well written, nice thoughts to ponder upon.
Thank you.
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Good for you! I think far too many people (which translates to far too many bloggers) are spinning their wheels trying to write about what they *think* the greatest number of people want to hear. In the end, they can’t get any traction because they’re not communicating from the heart of who they are–there’s no depth, and ultimately, readers can tell.
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The more you blog, the more you learn that you can’t please everyone (or anyone, some days).
Keep on being you and sharing your unique lens on life. It’s been a privilege reading your blog for so many years, Emily.
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Hello there … that second paragraph is very powerful … I read you for occasions just like this – ones that make me stop and reflect on my own situation … I think blogs should morph with time and never stay static, a reflection of life if you like … I am glad you have found a format that reflects your life and aspirations – my best le xoxo
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I think it’s silly that someone would judge or say something negative about a person’s blog. It’s a choice about where you go to read. How strage to judge someone’s space for writing, which is a freedom we all enjoy. Hmmmmm.
Just wanted to tell you that I have really enjoyed your summer posts. Your photographs are wonderful and I love the cottage pictures you’ve been sharing.
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