{"id":121539,"date":"2024-02-23T08:44:44","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T13:44:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.enchantedhome.com\/blog\/?p=121539"},"modified":"2024-02-23T08:44:44","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T13:44:44","slug":"blog-post-regarding-blogging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.enchantedhome.com\/blog\/2024\/02\/23\/blog-post-regarding-blogging\/","title":{"rendered":"All about that blog post regarding blogging……"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hi there, \u00a0I am adding a few random pictures of flowers and spring to “pretty up” this long and text heavy post! I think you will however, find its worth the read. \u00a0So first, \u00a0I want to thank everyone who took the time to read the post about my blogging journey and a few things I was\/am considering. I can’t believe I have been blogging for 12 years and I can honestly say I enjoy it as much today as I did penning that very first post. Blogging as I noted, \u00a0has changed a lot.<\/em>Many of those changes were unbeknownst to me.<\/p>\n

Many bloggers who I got to know don’t blog any more and solely post on social media. I am a creature of habit and not actively looking for change in life, in general. Just part of my DNA but 2024 is a year where I am trying to be more open about change. I think one aspect I love about it, is the in a world that seems to be spinning faster and faster every day, this is the one constant in my life that remains the same. Siting down at my desk and getting lost in my thoughts is cathartic beyond measure.<\/p>\n

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I was touched by many comments, and some even almost brought me to tears, not for one particular reason other than the takeaway being that many of you feel like I am an old friend. And in many ways I too, feel like you as a collective group are an old dear friend of mine too. \u00a0We all know the feeling of when a friendship changes or just fades away from under us (even if it is our doing), it can be hard to accept even when for the right reasons. Change is hard!<\/p>\n

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I understand that many of you who are not bloggers may not fully understand the current blogging landscape and frankly I don’t totally get it either. I also realize as a few pointed out that opinions varied widely perhaps defined by age, demographic and socioeconomic factors. Definitely makes sense.<\/p>\n

Many of you, as I myself pointed out as well, stated that my current blog is tied in with my business so this is an obvious form of compensation. \u00a0I will not argue with that and said it myself. The comments were all over the place and it took a lot of time to read them both on the poll and the blog. But, so happy I did.<\/p>\n

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I thank each and every one of you for taking the time to respond with your earnest perspective. \u00a0Here are the results of the polls-<\/p>\n

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62% said they would probably not pay a monthly fee for my current blog<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

35% said probably or yes<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

39% said they liked the idea of creating a personal blog and charging a subscription fee<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

18% said they liked the idea of charging a subscription fee for current blog<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

37% said they like the idea of doing both<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

44% said they like the idea of keeping my blog and shop on one site<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

32% said they like the idea of keeping it separate<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

43% said they read the same number of blogs as they did several years ago<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

31% said they read less blogs<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

24% said they read more blogs<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

38% of you have been reading my blog for 5-8 years<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

26% of you since the beginning…wow, thank you!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

23% have read my blog last 3-5 years<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

12% of you recently discovered me<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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When I asked IF I started a more personal blog what kind of content you would want, I had over 600 replies, but here are some….<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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So all this to say, \u00a0I am keeping things exactly as they are! This blog will remain just as its been for about 12 years<\/strong>. Why change a good thing? And I certainly would never want to alienate my most devout readers to potentially gain new ones. The caveat is that I am definiely \u00a0considering starting a personal blog, mostly because its something I have thought about for years. If I had a ginger jar for every time I have thought “that’s a good topic to discuss with my readers” or “what would my readers think”, literally this happens daily if not more. I realize many of you don’t care to hear what I have to say on a more personal level and that’s totally fine, you can continue to enjoy my blog here.<\/p>\n

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If and when I decide to start a small more l personal blog I will let you know. I occasionally write down topics on my phone when I think about them because otherwise they will slip away. So just to give you an idea here are some (of many) that were on my phone….<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Why isn’t there a mandatory crash course for every 40 year old on what’s coming down the pike as your parents age!<\/p>\n

Older and wiser, is it true or urban myth?<\/p>\n

Empty nesting ,the good, bad and ugly<\/p>\n

Is Gen X the last generation to be truly happy?<\/p>\n

Adapting to changes, and resisting the urge to keep your feet in the sand<\/p>\n

Overly anxious? Step into my world…..<\/p>\n

Is our world on fire?<\/p>\n

Is AI moving too fast?<\/p>\n

Topics that used to be OK to speak about with friends\/acquaintance but are not considered taboo<\/p>\n

How I have changed from 40 to 59 (almost the big 60)<\/p>\n

Turning off the helicopter when children leave the nest<\/p>\n

How do we navigate the $528 billion dollar beauty business, too many choices!<\/p>\n

Navigating yourself through social media swarming in a sea of 20 and 30 year olds<\/p>\n

The Taylor Swift phenomenon, let’s break it down generation to generation<\/p>\n

Where is the tipping point in a country where tipping is expected at every turn?<\/p>\n

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I want to end this by saying, some of you referred to me and my readers as “family” and that honestly really touched me beyond what I can convey here. I think the idea of charging for this blog went right out the window then and there.<\/p>\n

Yes, my time has value but some things you cannot put a price on. The ability to have a platform to share my life, my business and more is something special, that I do not take for granted. I built it from the ground up and started with 0 followers…..and now have a healthy devoted base of followers\/readers and customers, thanks to you<\/em>!<\/p>\n

My Seven on Sunday always feels like a virtual coffee break with friends every Sunday morning, the best kind of standing appointment:)<\/p>\n

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So the takeaway is that things are remaining the same…and are even going to get better! I will devote at least one post a week to either cooking (recipes), decorating, entertaining or fashion. One common refrain which I found surprising was how many of you missed my fashion and “Which would you choose” posts, so will bring those back in some way, shape or form!<\/p>\n

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Please also tell me in the comments section if there is a particular subject\/past posts that I have done that you would love to see more of. I definitely plan on sharing the house renovation journey when it begins so that will be fun! I think the best is yet to come….<\/p>\n

Thanks for stopping by and thank you for being so loyal and steadfast. Wishing you a great day, until next time…..<\/p>\n

TODAY AND TOMORROW ONLY! It’s time to start thinking about beautifying our outdoor spaces. We will be implementing a price increase effective March 1st so this is a particularly sweet deal. We have not had a price increase not these in 3 years!<\/h3>\n

Code spring<\/h3>\n

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