06-28-2008

New Look, New Writing Gig, and a Dash of Perspective

By Renae
  • A few of my observant readers already noticed, but my blog has a new look. If you read through a reader or by email, please come over and let me know what you think. I changed it on a whim, but I think I like it.
  • I added a new button to my sidebar. I am honored to be a new writer for the of Heart of the Matter Online. My articles will appear once or twice a month, and I’ll let you know when they publish. I am excited to be part of such an amazing group of ladies.

  • Emily of Remodeling This Life published an article from my archives this week. It is entitled, I Quit Reading Better Homes and Gardens. If you like to save money and live simply, you will want to check out Emily’s blog. She enjoys the mundane and finds beauty in the simple things. I appreciate her perspective, because it encourages me to adjust mine.

Speaking of perspective reminds me of my grandmother’s trivet displayed by my kitchen sink. The faded paint says,

Thank God for dirty dishes they have a tale to tell. While others may go hungry we’re eating very well.

So it’s back to the dishes for me. I hope you have some to wash, too.

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13 Comments

  1. Andrea 06-28-2008, 1:33 pm

    you? Change your theme? No! *pshaw*

    (j/k) ;)

  2. Emily 06-28-2008, 4:34 pm

    Love the new look! Thanks so much for the post. It’s gone over really well!

  3. Jenn 06-28-2008, 5:15 pm

    The new look is great! You never cease to amaze me!

  4. Renae 06-28-2008, 11:10 pm

    Andrea,
    I just follow your example. ;)

    Emily,
    Thanks. It doesn’t have any red though. ;)Is orange close enough? Hmm…maybe I could change the orange to red. See how you inspire me. :) Oh, and you’re most welcome.

    Jenn,
    Glad you stopped by, even if I told you to. It’s good to know you’re not really boycotting. :D

  5. Summer 06-29-2008, 8:15 am

    Hi Renae, the new look is fresh and clean. I like it! Congratulations on being invited to write for Heart of the Matter. I know you will encourage many more moms through that resource. :)

  6. Jennifer in OR 06-29-2008, 3:36 pm

    Renae, I love the new look!! Congrats on writing for Heart of the Matter, you’ll be a great addition to the excellent writers over there. And, I LOVE the “thank God for dirty dishes” saying in your kitchen. I need to find one of those.

  7. Dana 06-29-2008, 11:34 pm

    OK, you coaxed me out of my reader. :) Your site looks wonderful! And here’s to many happy “tweaks” in the future!

  8. DJ 06-30-2008, 8:58 am

    Hi Renae,

    Looks great! I love the color.

    Blessings!

  9. Melinda 07-1-2008, 6:34 pm

    I really love that saying about the dishes! I try to remind myself, when icky chores need to be done that I am grateful for my home and the family that makes it messy.

  10. Barbara Frank 07-1-2008, 9:14 pm

    Congratulations on the new gig! You’ll be a great addition :)

  11. Michele 07-2-2008, 7:49 am

    Hey,
    I just read your Heart of the Matter article. It looks great. Congrats!

  12. Renae 07-2-2008, 8:57 am

    Thank you all very much. I appreciate your encouragement.

    And would you believe, I still have dishes to clean? Yes, we eat very well. :)

  13. Melinda 07-3-2008, 11:36 am

    Congrats on your gig at Heart of the Matter and I love your new look! Nice job! Your article on LIberty was wondeful. I shared it with my 15yo because we just finished studying the Revolutionary War and are now learning about the formation of the government, so this was perfect and she loved it.

    Happy 4th!

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