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    Home » Life Lately

    Life Lately

    Well Hello There!

    I'm so excited to finally launch my blog! Starting a blog is something I've been thinking about doing since 2008. Initially my interest in starting a blog was to use it as a way to stay in touch with our family and friends that were all over the country, especially since we moved so often for work.

    Well that blog was very short-lived {a total of two post I believe LOL}. I had a high risk pregnancy and my daughter was born premature, so needless to say the blog fell to the wayside never to be dusted off again.

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    Although that first blog didn't work out, blogging was something I was still very interested in pursuing. However with our increased use of social media, the need for a family blog was no longer there.  The only other thing I knew I could blog about with as much enthusiasm as I would my family, is my love for all things related to home decor.

    The idea of starting a home decor blog is admittedly a bit  intimidating. There are so many amazing home decor blogs out there already. So I did what any normal person would do . . . I procrastinated.

      A little over a year ago I decided to just stop operating out of fear and take a leap of faith and just start my blog. I figured if it doesn't work out, hey at least I tried. It was such a good feeling to let go of that fear!

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    Once I made up my mind that I was starting a blog, choosing a name was simple for me.  'The Home i Create' not only relates to my home decor and design choices but the overall environment I create in our home for our family. Because while I love decorating my home, I love my family more! So having a home that's livable and works for our family trumps everything {yes, even pretty decor}, hence the tag  line "decorate a little, love a lot".

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    Right around the time I was getting things ready to launch this blog my husband lost his job. I decided to hit the pause button on the launch until we were in a more stable situation.

    In the meantime to keep myself motived and excited about the whole blogging thing, I started "blogging for myself" {and hubby}. I did it to get a feel for the process of writing a full blog post and because I learn best by "doing".  That process was very beneficial and I quickly realize that a lot more work goes into a single blog post than I realized. But you know what? I was still excited and enjoyed every minute of it! This really gave me encouragement to move forward.

    A little over eight months ago my husband found a wonderful new job that required us to move from New Jersey to Tennessee. One of the best things about moving is having a blank slate to decorate, and I'm so excited I get to share this decorating journey {among other things} with y'all!

    I know this post is very lengthy and I appreciate all who took the time to read it. Moving forward expect much shorter posts!

    Hope to see you again soon!

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    1. Mistie says

      February 09, 2016 at 5:17 pm

      I had to pop over and check out your blog! We launched on the same date and I am also in Tennessee. And well you quoted J.K. Rowling.,, so there it is Ms. Linda. I'm a follower 🙂
      Your photography is beautiful by the way, great job! Wish you all the best success.

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      • Linda P. says

        February 12, 2016 at 5:47 pm

        Hi Mistie, how cool that we launched at the same time and we both live in TN! I was glad to find your blog, you DIY projects are awesome! Thanks so much for stopping by and taking the time to comment. I hope to see you again soon!

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    2. Alaya says

      December 15, 2015 at 2:34 am

      I look forward to reading your blog Linda! I think you're off to a great start!

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      • Linda P. says

        December 20, 2015 at 5:50 pm

        Thank you so much, Alaya!

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