I have been thinking of going back to a passion of mine since my boys have needed me less and less. Spoiler alert … it’s writing! LOL! I thought about starting up a blog many years ago but I could never fully commit myself to it. I mean, having kids keeps you busy, tired, and finding each day speedily passing by. Plus, I am so great at creating excuses to convince myself not to do something. Do you find yourself making excuses to not dive into something new? If you do, take my advice and stop short changing yourself! It is better to try and fail then never try at all. At least that’s what I keep hearing! So here is to the first step of me embracing midlife and starting something new.
An Awakening at Midlife
So, here is me trying. Fingers crossed it is not seen as a failure but instead, no matter what, it is seen as something good and beneficial. Good for me to have a new purpose, good for you because I have lots of different things to share and offer insight on.
I want to create a space where I can feel free and find some community! We moved out of our home town about five years ago (my husband and I both lived there for more than 35 years) and moved to a new town where we did not know a single person. Funny thing, I was not nervous to make the move or meet new people but I can not say enough about how hard finding a true friend group has been. Middle aged friend making and breaking into strong core friend groups in a new area is definitely a tough thing. How do I even being embracing midlife and stepping into my own?
Being a middle aged woman is a tough gig already, add in opening yourself up to finding new friends, and it can be terrifying and frustrating. I am hoping this blog allows me to fill some of that social void I seem to be having!
Embracing Midlife with the New Blog
So, here I am, opening my already very open book and beginning my offer. I have been having so much excitement in this adventure. It is giving me something to look forward to and be proud of. I have told my boys countless times about ideas and hopes to do this or that and they usually just look at me and roll their gorgeous eyes at me but this time, this time I’m really doing it! Years ago when I first thought about starting up a blog I could not get past the set up. I’ve always been lacking in understanding technology and figuring out computer things. I mean, I grew up with no computers in school, relying on encyclopedias, hitting the library for research and info, using a phonebook, learning to type on a typewriter, and giant simplistic calculators! I was very intimidated. This time though I was able to start some of the leg work myself but was also fortunate to find some amazing help with the long list of things I still did not understand. It was still a lot! So darn blessed!
Take this as a sign to invest in yourself today! Don’t be afraid of the rejection or outcome. Try something new. Open yourself up to having a new friend. Heyyyyy! I can be the new friend! LOL!! But seriously, I hope I can bring something useful to you or at least put a smile on your face:)
Talk so you soon!
Sarah …Wife at Midlife
Congratulations. How fun and exciting for you. Proud of you for taking on something you’ve always wanted to do. Love you.
You go, girl!!!!! I look forward to reading your blog. Congrats for taking the first step and delving in head first into your new journey!!!
I LOVE it, Sarah.
So proud of you friend!! I always love reading your words- honest, open and insightful as they always are. I’m excited to follow along your new journey. Love you so XOXO
So excited for your fabulous journey!!
You are a great writer! I’m excited to follow along and read more. I’m so proud of you for doing this!🥰
Wonderful idea! You are so great at expressing yourself & writing. I’m so happy you are doing this! Wishing you much success. And fun.
With love & admiration, Sylvia
Wishing you the best! As the kids grow and no longer need us, life as we know it changes. ♥️