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Sunday, 24 February 2013

Where the heart lies, that's where I'll be




It's been quite on the blog this week. I've been occupied by other things like sewing lessons, Downton Abbey and time with friends. It's been good, it's given me time to reflect on where I invest my time and what I have to show for it.

 For a long time now I have been dedicated to the rhythms of this blog. Rhythms and posting schedules I have created with the aim of reaching set goals. I have met a lot of those goals and I have had a good time doing it, but there are also times when I want the freedom to opt out.

 My husband has been impressed by the discipline I have displayed in establishing and building Twinkle but he unflatteringly describes it as 'pig headedness'. He finds it amusing, but I know he is also proud of me.

 In reality, I want to be doing other things and more often. Last night, when I normally would have spent the evening blogging, I pulled out my sewing machine and spent five hours, working on two blankets and a pin cushion while watching 5 episodes of Downton Abbey (I'm a late comer to that awesomeness). I found it relaxing and I had a great sense of achievement around what I had created, particularly the amazeballs pin cushion you see above.

 So I'm giving myself permission to pull back somewhat and I'm going to set a rhythm founded in enjoyment rather than pig headedness. Ironically, I think the universe is telling me this is ok, because in a week where I have barely shown my face in this bloggy space, my numbers went through the roof. Go figure. 
Where does your heart lie? 
Is that where you are?

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posted by Bree @ Twinkle in the Eye @ 13:04   35 Comments

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At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Kylie Purtell said...

I think its incredibly important to find a good balance between online and offline life and not to feel 'tied down' by blogging. I took a step back from blogging for quite a while over most of 2011 and part of 2012 and it was exactly what I needed, so that when I came back to it on a regular basis I've been able to find a nice balance between both sides of my life. I hope you're able to find that perfect balance too.

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Anne @ Domesblissity said...

That pin cushion is absolutely gorgeous Twinkle. I hear you. I've backed off many times over the last 2 years and finally think I have got it worked out. Its never about the numbers for me anymore. Once I remember that, I have fun with it. Pinterest, on the other hand, will always be an obsession but this is the year I start 'doing' and not just 'pinning'.

Anne xx

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Happy Tree-Changer said...

Love the pin cushion!
Ignore the numbers ( Your time shouldn't be dictated to by them.... )
Spend your spare time with your family, friends and your creativity...and your blog when you want to, not as an obligation.
and though we'll miss your frequent postings, they'll be more appreciated when they appear.....
Enjoy!!!!

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Mel@Mellywood's Mansion said...

Firstly, love the pin cushion, secondly I'm feeling the same.

I started blogging the redo of te house and somehow ended up neglecting the house and doing crafts. So what if I don't post every day, or link up to all the parties, pep,e who read come by and those who don't wont.

I'm tired, my house is a mess, I haven't shopped a full shop in ages so I need to prioritise my time.

Good for you glad you enjoyed it xo

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Francesca Writes Here said...

I regularly re-assess the amount of time I spend blogging and how I divide my time. Just when I think I've got the balance right, something changes, and I re-think it! I think it's important to do - I hope you enjoy devoting more time to your other hobbies, work and family too!

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , OpenID familysurvivalcoach said...

Bree, it's so wonderful to follow your heart and not the pig-headedness (a trait I totally understand!) of obligation. Love what you do and how you spend your time - numbers, schnumbers I say and I just love that pin cushion!! xxx

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Bree @ Twinkle in the Eye said...

Thank you :-) Yes I am absolutely over the numbers game. In saying that I have worked myself to a place I am comfortable with and in this regard kind of feel like I set out to achieve what I wanted to. And yes that pin cushion is love worthy *pats self on the back*

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Bree @ Twinkle in the Eye said...

I'm sure there will be ups and downs in my commitment and presence. I just want to be doing it for the right reasons. The reasons have been right up until now and now things have changed a little. Good decision I think.

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Bree @ Twinkle in the Eye said...

Thanks for the comment on the pin cushion. I rather love it too :-) All of life is balance I find, we are all bound to get it wrong some of the time, the important thing is to keep re-evaluating and re-balancing when things get out of whack. Good luck with getting that house in order and the shopping done Mel xo

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Bree @ Twinkle in the Eye said...

Thank you Lis - faithful supporter that you are. And that you like my pin cushion is a fabulous complement!

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Bree @ Twinkle in the Eye said...

Hello beautiful Anne.I think I might be on the way to working it out just like you, that's not to say it's been wrong, just time to modify. Good luck with bringing your pins to life. I'm trying to do the same thing and add a few originals myself :-)

 
At Sunday, 24 February, 2013 , Blogger Bree @ Twinkle in the Eye said...

"Tied down" is a good description. I'm freeing myself up to have more fun with it and life in general. Good on you for finding your own balance Kylie.

 
At Monday, 25 February, 2013 , OpenID havealaughonme said...

Isn't it the best show ever! And I'm glad you got immersed in your craft, I bet you felt great afterwards! As a newbie with 3 kids, paid work, life etc, I sometimes feel overwhelmed with everything and finding time to blog. Thanks for the reminder that there's more to life than numbers xx

 
At Tuesday, 26 February, 2013 , Blogger Bree @ Twinkle in the Eye said...

There most certainly is. Last night I chose away from the computer once again and ended up in a bath with a book - noice!

 
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