Happy March, friends! This month's Circle topic is all about blogs, blog names, and blog stories. And since we all know talking about blogging is one common thread between all of us in the blogging community, I have a feeling these posts are going to be some of the best to read.
To me, blog names really do tell a story in and of itself. To some, it's their name, or their store/brand, or maybe even from a book or song they enjoy. Either way, it was chosen with love and care and it's really a part of each blogger's identity--online and offline.
But before I share mine, I want to introduce you to this month's co-host! Katie has a very bright, sweet, and encouraging personality that really shines through her blog. I remember first meeting her via The Circle (Closet Confidential vlogs, I think!) and really clicking with her joyful attitude about life. I know you will, too!
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As many of you know, my blog name hasn't always been In Its Time. For the first few years I blogged, I blogged under the name, Paint Chip Madness, named for my love of paint chips and color. But as time went on, I realized that having a blog centered around DIY projects and interior design wasn't something I was so keen about after all. Sidenote: major props to the DIY bloggers out there! Shooting and creating tutorials is not an easy feat.
So after some thinking, reading, praying, and emailing, I realized that I needed to re-brand and really just start my blog off again from scratch (more on that here). And that's where In Its Time was born, based off Ecclesiastes 3:11, which says "He will make everything beautiful in its time." Sidenote: did you notice there's no apostrophe there? Grammar-blogging-friends unite!
That verse struck me because at the time, singleness was what my heart was singing. Along with my deep need for patience, trust, and letting go of control. My life is not mine and this verse is a beautiful reminder of His plans and perfect timing.
And this still rings true in my life today. When I think about what my blog means to me now, I still need to remind myself that He's in control. And that His plans are perfect. And that no matter what, His plans will bring so much more beauty than any of my own.
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So what does YOUR blog name mean? Does the name still ring true today or does it have an additional meaning (or two!) now? Would you ever change your blog name?
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Our next link-up will be a little over a month from now on Wednesday, April 22nd. My goal is to schedule the Circle on the third Wednesday of each month to keep things even more consistent. So mark your calendars and keep your eyes open for more information! I plan on sending out an email with the topic and more information in the weeks to come. Let me know if you want to be added to the mailing list!
RE-WRITING THE STORY.
ON THERAPY.
WHAT THIS SEASON IS TEACHING ME.