People say your worst critic is yourself.
I completely agree.
I don’t if it is my lack of confidence or even maybe anxiety coming into play but either way – yesterday was rough.
I am trying very hard to keep faith.
To remind myself that things will work out.
To be patient,
to be kind to others,
and to always have hope.
But sometimes it’s difficult when it feels as if the pages of your life, your goals, dreams and ambitions are being flipped through like the yellowed pages of an old book – each being marked with a red “X“.
I pause and take a moment.
Re-collect myself and focus on what’s next.
And then that gets the “X”.
It feels like a never-ending cycle.
Part of this is the blogging circle.
That circle of people who only seem to support eachother.
Who use their reach only to help one another out,
and fail to extend a helping hand to an “outsider”.
I’m not talking about anyone particular,
and even if I was – I would never reveal it here.
I’m merely sharing my thoughts on something I’ve been pondering for quite some time.
I feel like you should share the love.
Help lift someone up.
Support each other.
Without being reimbursed for it.
I am on the outside of this circle.
It’s just like highschool all over again.
Minus the flared jeans and sequined jackets.
(I thought I was going to be a country star, okay?)
But this time I am completely fine with being an outsider.
I want to help others.
I want to extend my reach and help lift those who could use a pick-me-up.
I want to be kind to others who are just starting out.
Because there were those who showed me kindness when my blog had one follower (myself).
There have been lovely individuals who were there to give me that first chance.
To send me that encouraging email.
To show me kindness.
I want that to continue.
I want this to be a network of kindness, and not greed.
I love blogging.
I feel like I’ve really gotten to know myself in this little space.
And I’d like to get to know you too.
If you need help – reach out to me, I’ll be there to welcome you with kindness.
I just wanted to say that I really liked this post and think you are a wonderful person.
Thank you so much – I was nervous to share my heart but I’m glad I did. I have you all set for October ๐ Thank you so much for your support – and email me if you ever need anything! xo.
Kendall, you have been nothing but a source of encouragement for me- I hope I can be the same for you. So let me know if there is ever anything I can do for you. ๐ Blessings to you sweet sistah!
Giiiirrrlll – you know you have (and will always) have a special place in my heart. You have ALWAYS been sweet and super supportive. Much <3 to you and your beautiful family. xo.
i love this post. blogging is wonderful/hard. i still so often feel like an outsider. i see so many bloggers i know doing parties and link ups together and wonder why i feel like the odd one out. but all you have to do is ask. and help each other out. i couldn’t agree more.
Completely agree with you Ashley. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment here – I really appreciate it. Please let me know if I can ever help you! ๐ Let’s keep the kindness going! xo.
Hello Friend, I’ve been reading your blog for sometime and realize that I don’t stop to comment nearly as much as I should. I love your blog – and that you write authentically from your heart. I would love to work with you anytime, I’m happy to guest post, or offer your readers a giveaway, and would happily welcome you to guest post on my site. If you’re interested, I am involved with a Kit Lit blog Hop and would be super excited for you to co-host on 10/3. Email me at jugglingactmama{@}gmail.com and we can talk specifics on any of these things. ๐
That sounds great! I will shoot you an email! ๐
i just loved this! loves the way you write.
Thank you so much Tracy! ๐ I really appreciate that – you’re so sweet!
Thanks for writing this Kendall. I also feel like an outsider… the girl without the designer clothes and great hair (high school again). But I love blogging and do it because it builds confidence one lovely comment at a time. I have begun to see that maybe I am worth it, maybe I am supposed to be on this earth.
Love you girl, Jen (I am here whenever you need me)
Oh Jen, you SO are ๐ I love your blog – and I love when you write from the heart – please don’t ever stop sharing your sweetness! xo.
Kendall, I’ve only visited a few times and never commented. I’m new to blogging. Well, I’ve been doing it for a little over a year but really just getting in to it “big”. I love it!! I enjoy sharing my heart and my projects. But sometimes it is very discouraging. My pictures are never good enough and I feel like such a dork with my writing some times. But, thankfully I have so many beautiful blogging ladies that have reached out and helped me get to the point I am now. I still would love to grow and am continuing to reach out for help. Your post was really encouraging. I’m glad that people like you see it too ๐
Oh, I hear you! I don’t have a fancy camera – and I feel totally awkward sometimes too! There are some people, like you said – who are just amazing. Let me know if you ever need anything friend!
I love the way you write! I’m sad I haven’t had as much time lately to visit as much as I would like. I feel like I know you and you tell it like it is. Thanks for being you Kendall ๐
Awe, hey – I understand you’re busy! You’ve got two beautiful babies to take care of! I love the little blog relationship we’ve formed! Can’t wait to really “meet” you! Someday it will happen my friend! xo.