I have learnt over time that the more you give, the more you get back. Blogging seems to be a bit like being a parent in the playground. There are lots of little groups that all talk to each other (and block up the gates with their prams!) and then there are the ones that just say hi in passing (pick up their kids and go) Some bloggers have their own little cliques and you somehow feel like you would be intruding if you tried to butt into their conversations but then at the same time if you keep quiet how will anybody ever know who you are?
I hear about blogging conferences all the time but I have never felt like I could be a part of them. Recently, with all the excitement of Britmums live, I have come to realise that we are all in the same position and I am a blogger like all the rest. I may not have 100s of followers or be nominated for awards but that is what conferences are all about... learning new things from each other, growing, and having the opportunity to meet some of the people you spend half your life talking to on the Internet. I wish I realised this earlier and bought myself a ticket because now I am feeling envious of all those lovely ladies and gents that I'm sure are currently having a fab time at Britmums live.
I don't have many followers, I get less than 100 page views per day and I don't have a posh website... but blogging and the other lovely mum bloggers make me smile!
ReplyDeleteJoin the #NotAtBritMums2014 revolution and come with the #TeamPJ's next year and join the rest :-)
There are some lovely bloggers out there that I would love to meet in 'real life' I definitely intend to go next year! x
DeleteI am exactly the same! I thought as a new blogger Britmumslive would be for more established bloggers and I didn't buy a ticket and then realised too late that it would be such a worthwhile experience and I am now very envious of all that are there :-) #WotW
ReplyDeleteI guess it's not until you get into blogging that you here about conferences and stuff so that's why all the established bloggers go, hopefully we will be there next year ;)
DeleteI'm not there either, but next year we will be, Tracey - see you there! x Thanks for sharing with #WotW
ReplyDeleteDefinately x
DeleteI've just written my 'not at britmums post' which basically says this too.... just not as well :)
ReplyDeleteI read your post and it is written very well and very honest only don't think you should give up as a parent blogger as you will be a parent for the rest of your life and believe me the older the children get the more experiences you will have!
DeleteIHi there... I'm new to blogging, and only blog about once a week... im very envious of so many lovely mummy bloggers out there, but I would never have the time to blog full-time. I love to read everyones blogs and get some fantastic ideas for my girls and on life, parenting, postcircle, nature, walks etc, etc........ I've so much to learn... goodluck and I'm sure you'll get there next year... :-) Sarah @youngonesfive. X
ReplyDeleteThe more blogs I read the more I want to write, some are very inspirational, the hardest thing is getting the time to actually post anything! Good luck with your blogging journey x
DeleteI only have a small blog - but I still went to BritMums. It's full of all types, just like the school gates :-) I don't know many people, so we can go together next year if you like. :-)
ReplyDeleteDid you find it interesting? I would love to go with you next year, would probably find it very overwhelming walking in by myself! ;)
DeleteYou should absolutely go next year, it was an amazing experience - lots of wonderful women with big blogs and small blogs, so supportive and fun and affirming. I hope you do decide to go next year, I'm planning on going (if I can find an excuse to come all the way from the US again - have a house to clear and a wedding to go to this week so don't feel too guilty about the trip!).
ReplyDeleteGreat timing for the wedding :) If you can make it to Britmums all the way from Boston then I have no excuses really!
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