If you’re an avid reader of my blog, then you may have been wondering where I’ve been the last few weeks. Coming to Theta Mom and reading Guest Post after Guest Post and Featured Blogger after Featured Blogger, you probably thought I was a little MIA.
Well, I was.
Just a little.
I recently launched a fantastic new campaign with momAgenda, I’m in the midst of launching a brand new partnership next week and currently in development of another new project while The Marketplace and this Community continue to grow. And I happened to squeeze in a vacation with my family recently, too.
Yes, life has certainly kept me busy around here but I wouldn’t want it any other way. In that respect, I couldn’t thank my guest bloggers enough for gracing us with their presence and sage advice while they kept things afloat these past couple of weeks.
I have since recognized that throughout this period of growth for me and my blog, I am still really committed to writing. I just wish there were more hours in the day but since we know THAT will never change, it required me to think about making a few necessary changes moving forward that work for me. I’ve always said you have to make decisions that are right for YOU and YOUR blog. As long as you stay true to yourself and your convictions, you can’t go wrong.
Since I host some fantastic Guest Posts and Featured Bloggers I’ve decided to cut this down to once a week – sharing either a guest post or a feature will give me the chance to really get back into a writing routine. So if you don’t see a featured blogger one week, it will be replaced by a fabulous guest post and vice-versa. This small change will really allow me the freedom to be able to do what I love – share my own unscripted words, the very reason I started this site in the first place.
I love my blog.
I love this community.
I love every post I have ever shared in this space.
I appreciate every comment, subscription, tweet, email and feedback provided from YOU.
I haven’t gone far…just had to take some time to refocus, align my priorities and once again, maintain that balancing act that we moms do daily.
And for the first time in weeks, I can honestly say it feels so good to talk with you again.
I’ve missed you.
Welcome back friends. Better yet, welcome home.
Twitter: SaucyB
says:
Welcome back! It definitely sounds like you have some great things going on but it’s certainly a catch 22, more projects equals less time to write. I just started a new job last week – lots of changes around here- and I’m trying to get myself on a new schedule for all things blogging. Ah yes, if only there were a few more hours in the day…
SaucyB recently posted… A Stranger in My Own Home
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Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
I know, if there were only more hours in a day!!
Twitter: JackieCross
says:
Welcome back! It’ll be nice to see you around again and I look forward to reading your posts!
It’s good to take a bit of time off and get organized, figure out where you’re going, and what to do next.
Twitter: bellebeandog
says:
Brand after brand! Go you!
Twitter: Lindsay_Blogs
says:
Welcome back Heather! Your guest posters have been GREAT but we always love hearing from you. Your posts are always so heartfelt and powerful
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
Thanks so much girl!!
Twitter: Truthfulmommy
says:
We miss you too! But so happy for your successes!You go Ms.Rienhard:)LOL WIshing you much continued success, you deserve it, girl!
Twitter: themommyologist
says:
Welcome back lady! We all need to do that once in a while…I am in the midst of it right now too! If you aren’t growing and changing, then what are you doing it for anyway, right?
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
Exactly. This whole blogging gig is never static, so it will ALWAYS be a process.
Twitter: shellthings
says:
Yes, I did wonder where you were! Welcome back!
Twitter: dailydribbles
says:
Congrats on all the cool stuff you have going on!
Twitter: skinnymomskitch
says:
Glad to see you back! We love you too! Congrats on your continued success Heather you deserve it!
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
Thanks chickie, feels really great to be “back!”
Twitter: ByWordsMusings
says:
Sometimes you just need a little sunshine and a little drink with an umbrella in it to get life’s perspective back – we missed you!
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
It feels nice to be missed!
And yes, those umbrella drinks were PERFECTION!
Twitter: gigi927
says:
Always good to step back, reassess and tweak things a little
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
And I continue to watch and observe others like you who are doing the EXACT same thing.
Twitter: MultitaskMumma
says:
Sometimes a little refocus is necessary for all if us.
Welcome back.
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
Thanks mama!!
I love your featured bloggers and reading guests posts, but just YESTERDAY, I was like, I want to read something from Heather! And voila, here you are!
I don’t know how you do it all, mama… but you’re awesome. xo
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
And the feeling is mutual my friend!
xo
Welcome back, I’m looking forward to hearing more from you in the future!
Twitter: ChicCheapNrsery
says:
I’m glad to hear that you managed to squeeze in a vacation! We’re glad to have you back
Twitter: MomNom
says:
I was wondering where you ran off to! I stalk mostly, but don’t think I’m not reading! LOL
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
So nice to know you are still here! xo
Twitter: take2mommy
says:
Welcome back. Hope you had a great vacay and that your other big projects are going well. Looking forward to reading more Theta Mom posts!
Twitter: PiecesofaMom
says:
Welcome back, Heather. I’ve certainly missed your thought provoking posts, but I’ve also enjoyed the guest spots, too.
Sounds as if you have some great things brewing. I can’t wait to see where you go from here!!
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
Thanks chickie! And I can’t wait for our meet up this summer at the shore!!
Twitter: genxmomblogger
says:
Congrats with all your hard work – certainly has paid off! Glad to see you back here though
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Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
Thanks so much – feels so good to be back!
Twitter: womanonajourney
says:
It is good to *see* you here again as well! It is a constant reevaluation of what we need to be doing to achieve our goals and live by our priorities! I just did a self-evalution this week and made some decisions of my own!
I love writing too! If you are called to write, it is difficult to walk away from that!
Bernice
More about Living a Balanced Life
Twitter: adventuroo
says:
Welcome back! Given that I just started my second blog and I’m freelancing, I totally get the need to re-align priorities! Do what’s best for you!
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
I have found since I began this blog that this whole blogging gig is a process, one that will constantly change and we must grow and change along with it to make it continue to “work” for us!
Twitter: M_oa_SD
says:
Even though I’m a ‘Daddy Blogger’ I can relate! My blog is my passion and I try to maintain a 2-3 post per week schedule. That, in addition to the 40+ hours per week in my day job, being a parent, etc means that something has to take a hit. Lately it’s been sleep. But I still am loving every minute of it. Can’t wait to see the future changes and growth of your site and community!
Twitter: AccustomedChaos
says:
welcome back Heather
I hope you had a great ‘regroup’ time and vacay! I am thrilled i will get to read more of your writing {although i do love the guest posts too} xxo
Twitter: ThetaMom
says:
Thanks Devan! So nice to see my faves back on the blog again!
xo
Twitter: CourtneyKirklnd
says:
Excited for you to get back to your writing! I’ve enjoyed the guest posts and meeting the new bloggers, but there’s nothing like a Theta Mom original. Hope you enjoyed your break and your family vacay!
Twitter: PorchSwingMom
says:
It’s so hard to balance it all when multiple commitments keep you busy. Glad you had a chance to get away, and congrats on more opportunities!
Twitter: mytimeasmom
says:
It’s nice to have you back. I hope you enjoyed your vacation.
Twitter: aladyinfrance
says:
I look forward to reading more of your posts.
Twitter: BrittanyVandy
says:
I’m so glad you got some time with the fam but I’m glad you are back! You have so many wonderful things in the works but a break is needed here and there. Welcome Home!
Twitter: mytwistedstitch
says:
Hurray! I love to read your writing, so I look forward to opening email from you. Your selection of guest posts are truly wonderful too though.
Twitter: figmentsofamom
says:
Welcome back – a good recharging is what everyone needs now and then.
Twitter: VodkaCalling
says:
I was wondering what happened to you!! Between the giveaway/sponsor post, the featured blogger, and the gurst post, I felt like I never saw you. I for one am glad you will be back!
Twitter: glamamomnyc
says:
Oh girl, I completely understand! You go get yours! We’ll always be here!
I did wonder where you were but just figured you were doing the Theta Mom thing and were run off your feet! Nice to “see” you again!
Twitter: jaysmomishome
says:
No need to explain. Yes, I had noticed, but we all have time constraints and priorities to address. There are weeks when I only post once myself. Good to see you are excited to get back to writing, I missed reading your thoughts and hearing what you’ve been up to as a mom.
Twitter: Mommyfriend
says:
I missed you but I knew something fabulous was brewing, good for you!