If you are a regular reader of The Peaceful Mom then you know that I like to “keep it real”. Today is one of those “real” days.
With everything that has been going on in my life in the past couple of months (death of a close family member, the school year starting, increased involvement at church, increased responsibilities on the blog, etc.) I am frankly a little tired and I have lost some of my motivation and direction.
I originally started The Peaceful Mom with the intention to help and encourage women in their every day lives, but as the blog has grown, I have had more and more responsibilities added to my plate (answering more comments, more emails, more brand requests, etc.). All of these things are good, but as a result of this increase in the “business” side of things, I have been distracted from my primary focus which is my readers.
Can you do me a favor and leave a comment about what you like best about The Peaceful Mom and why you continue to come back?
It will help me to return to my first priority–YOU, my readers–and hopefully re-energize my motivation for what I am doing.
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Thank you!
(P.S.- Feel free to be honest, but please be nice. 
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I love all the financial advice. I had already read lots from Mary Hunt and it is so nice to find someone who is doing things her way. Hubby and I don’t always agree, and your site has given me insight into that as well. I also love that God is Strength and your blog is just as you say Peaceful.
I originally started following you after reading the $28,000 a year series. That is the most helpful to me and my favorite. I like hearing how you budget and how you live on that amount, as it is my goal to be able to live on what my husband works so I can be home full time. Hearing about how you handle things really motivates me and helps me to cut back in order to live on less. Thanks for your inspiration and all you do. Hang in there.
I love to read your blog so I know I am not alone.. Trying to figure out how to save money or just the mere fact that it is ok not to have everything material wise. We all struggle day to day over something, or struggle to find our way. At least I see that other people are out there and they are making it. Gives me some hope that we can reach goals we set for overselves. I like mostly the blogs when you vent.. lol.. like this one. Sometimes we get tuckered out..but you have press on.. We all need to breathe once in while. You have a great talent to write and tell your story.. At least your blog is real and not roses everyday. Thats what makes it special.. to me anyway.. Chin up!!
You may live in America and I live in Australia which shows me how similar our lives are with all the ups and downs.
You and all your contacts help keep me motivated and I never stop learning from you all.
Thank-you
I really enjoy the “goals” and the “10 minutes a day/week” sections where you encourage us to just do a little at a time to get big projects done. It’s good motivation for some of us who feel overwhelmed by big projects!
Kimberlee, I live in Canada so most of your coupon offers do not apply to me. Why I keep coming back is because of your honesty, practicality, and how you showcase other people too (the weekly creativity sign-in). I don’t think you have to respond to every one of the comments sent to you. That must take an incredible amount of time.
I read your post and started drafting a response in my head then life happened and I am just getting here. Oh well. Anyway, I came here initially for the 28000$ series but soon realized you are a real wife and mom daily learning to manage your family and trying to improve yourself in those roles as well. As a young wife and mom I enjoy reading your “realness” in your journey as wife and mom.
As a side note, is there a sister in your family or church who has similar values and desire to teach/train others that could help carry this blog with you?
Thanks for the idea Kathie. I am thinking about getting some help.
I’m a fairly new reader to your blog, but I really enjoy it because, for one, it makes me think about what’s really important enough for me to focus my energy on, and I also like your tips on saving money and organization. Hang in there! This, too, shall pass! You’re doing great work on your blog!
Hi Kimberlee — sorry to hear that you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed. I’m a new reader, but enjoy your blog very much; from budgeting advice, recipes, saving money shopping, and faith. It’s nice to not feel alone in working to provide a positive and rich home environment for my family and me too. Cheers, and this too shall pass as you bring forth solutions to mitigate the stress.
I like the fact that you always keep it real, you’re honest and seem to truly want to share your experiences and provide a support network for others of us in similar circumstances. We’ll continue to follow you, regardless of what you decide that you need to add or take away from the blog because by now, you’ve become a friend
Thank so much Lisa!
Hello, I love your blog. You keep me coming back for more daily. keep up the good work because your blog is the only one I follow. Thanks
Just wondering if you ever post any of your Grandmother K’s recipes?
No, I actually don’t have any. Sad, isn’t it?
My heart goes out to you in this tough season. I just found your sight today via Pinterest, so I have only read a tip of your iceberg, so to speak. But God is using your writings to inspire folks, literally, years after you wrote them. So even when you’re not feelin it, what you say matters. Your ideas matter. Your story matters. Thanks for being brave enough to put yourself out there. It has encouraged me HUGELY today.
Thank you so much Kelly for your encouragement. I have recovered from my burn out to some degree, but it is always good to hear that I have encouraged or inspired someone. Thanks so much for taking the time to let me know.
I agree with Kelly, I’ve just found you and so far you have inspired and helped motivate me to get going, to start planning and reorganizing, to face the challenges that I need to face both financially and emotionally.
Thanks so much Corinna. I’m so glad you have been encouraged!
Kimberlee. You do a great job. I was once a go get-er too. I wish I knew how to blog. You our very blessed. You also still have children at home. which you will miss as they start their own life. one day. I know I had three sons. I lost one not yet two years. I have one that came back home from service not well. I myself have Fibromyalgia with Chronic Fatigue. I work hard trying to stay at a positive frame of mind. Reading the different stuff on how to do things have giving me ideals on how to make my life easier around my home and also helps with keeping myself positive. So, like some other have said you lets us know we or not the only one who get hard on ourselves. Keep up the good work. I do enjoy.
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