I’m not a blogger, or am I?
Mom blogger, home blogger, fashion blogger, all the bloggers. It’s seems that there are so many blogs/bloggers these days. A little tidbit about me: I struggled academically as a kid. Specifically reading and writing comprehension due to dyslexia and memorization issues. Those early learning years were painfully hard for me. Especially in the reading and writing department so the idea that I wanted to start a blog is hilarious. Cue my uncontrollable nervous laughter. So I will say if you are here for beautifully written works of art I’m not your girl. More laughing. And here is another embarrassing truth: my husband proof reads almost everything I write. Again, laughing.
I’m not a blogger, or am I? I think I have a story and I think that some of you may be able to relate to bits and pieces of my journey, but I’m not sure I’m a blogger. Maybe it’s the word “blogger” I struggle with. Or maybe I struggle with the word “influencer”. They seem to go hand-in-hand these days. I don’t want this to be a place where I influence you to buy things because, well, I’m not really a shopper. Well I’m not your latest fashion/gadget shopper. I’m a “oh this is cool let me pin it to my Pinterest and forget about it and remember it 3 years later and then check to see if it’s still available kind of shopper.” Anyone else? I’d say I’m more of an inspiration gatherer of beautiful spaces and handmade objects and then try to figure out how to make it myself kind of gal. So with that being said, maybe I can call myself an "inspiration influencer"? I’d like to sell you guys inspiration, encouragement, self-discovery and thoughtfulness. I believe blogs do have some relevance in this world. When I think of blogging and social media I believe it can be used for some good and most importantly creating connections and community.
So in review: writing is not my strong-suit. And with my lifetime of academic struggles art and being a maker has helped me in more ways than I can count. With art and creating made me feel successful at something. It’s what made me want to be come an art teacher. I knew that there were other kids out there who struggled just like me and art was going to be something that made them feel good about themselves and their abilities. Fast forward 20 years and I’m not in a classroom anymore but I’m here writing to hopefully encourage other people like me who find making and creating has given them a sense of purpose. Gives them comfort. Gives them great satisfaction. I’m writing to “influence” everyone’s creative outlets. Start conversations and step out side their comfort zone.
What creative “influences” are you gathering today? I’d love to see your inspirations.
Your non-blogger, blogging, writing, inspiration gathering, non-influencer influencer friend.
-Lindsey
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