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Mid-mom crisis, so here goes...

2/15/2015

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So my husband has been "encouraging" me to start a blog for, well, years! He sweetly took the initiative to locate my name as a website address, tamiwebb.net (I'm sure there's some technical name for that), and even to design the framework of the website (of course it has undergone a makeover). 

Disqualifying questions:  

  • "I don't even read blogs, why would I consider writing one?"
  • "What could I possibly have to say?" 
  • "Who would possibly want to hear what I have to say?" 
  • "Aren't there a million blogs out there already?" 

Since becoming empty-nested, I've realized I'm in an entirely unfamiliar new season of life!  I'm no longer "primarily" Mom.  I have some time that I've decided to "call my own."  Like many of us at a change-of-life season, I'm sure, I've embarked on this journey to discover who I am this side of raising kids and what I want to be when I grow up! This journey I have decided to affectionately refer to as my "Mid-Mom Crisis."  


Discouraging questions:

  • "What have you to show for your life?"
  • "Have you made a difference anywhere?"

Weaved throughout my husband's continual encouragement to blog were words of affirmation - who doesn't want to hear that - such that I began to wonder if this just might be something to consider.  

Questions I'm asking now:

  • "What do I want my new normal to look like?" 
  • "What are my gifts/interests this side of kids?"
  • "How do I want to spend my time?"
  • "Can I make a difference somewhere, and if so, where?"

This idea of this blog thing was beginning to grow on me. I could share the "old" me with the peaks and valleys and explore and share the "new" me - writing, cooking (maybe not so much), chalk painting - I could share my thoughts and words on just plain living:  humbly, simply, fully, presently, intentionally, purposefully, expectantly, authentically, hopefully, gratefully, freely, joyfully - well, you get the picture - and maybe, just maybe, my words could make a difference somewhere somehow some way. And it's much cheaper than a new sports car!



I'm no one special. Although I might think I have a few things to say, I'm still unsure if anyone will want to listen. And yes, there are a million blogs out there. But there's something to be said for stepping out in faith, stepping out of my comfort zone, for allowing myself to be vulnerable in the hopes that someone else might be encouraged by a thought that came from this tiny little brain, and for knowing I'll learn something along the way.

So here goes, I hope you'll want to listen...
  

38 Comments
Becca
2/16/2015 12:50:38 am

You have PLENTY to say and PLENTY of us willing & eager to listen.

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Tami link
2/16/2015 02:27:08 am

Thanks, sweet Becca!

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Jenni
2/16/2015 01:07:33 am

Go, Tammi, go! :) I'm proud of you for stepping out and sharing this part of your journey. I know it will be an encouragement to other women as you thoughtfully move through this transition in your life. God has good things ahead for you!

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Tami link
2/16/2015 02:28:23 am

Jenni,

You're in such a sweet spot with your boys! Soak it up! And you'll never know how grateful I am for you loving on my boy!!

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Kristi
2/16/2015 01:08:59 am

Looking forward to hearing what you have to say! Proud of you! :-)

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Tami link
2/18/2015 10:28:32 pm

Thanks, my friend!

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Danielle
2/16/2015 01:13:16 am

We are listening, Tami!!! Blog on 😃

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Tami link
2/18/2015 10:29:41 pm

Thanks for taking a minute to comment and encourage, Danielle...

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Charlotte
2/16/2015 01:13:19 am

Way to go! You know I will always listen and eager to learn!!

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mmyers
2/16/2015 01:14:27 am

At same stage in life. Find myself spending too much time on computer reading blogs but yours is one I probably should follow! Notifications by email would be great.

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Tami
2/16/2015 01:54:17 am

My sweet husband just added email notification sign-up to the blog portion. Thrilled you want to be notified by email...

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Kim
2/16/2015 01:17:41 am

Yes, I want to listen! So grateful you have stepped out in faith .

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Cari
2/16/2015 01:19:18 am

You have lots of insights that will help so many out there, someone needs to hear and know they are not alone god gives us words and later we think where did that come from but uses you as his vessel you are wise and god fearing women of god go for thin the name of The Lord

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Nancy
2/16/2015 01:20:54 am

Yes! Proud of you!! Can't wait to see more

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LeAnne
2/16/2015 01:24:38 am

I would love to hear what you have to say! You seem to have done a fabulous job raising your boys and I am always looking for advice in that area!!!! I'm excited to be part of this journey you are embarking!!!!

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Saundria link
2/16/2015 01:36:32 am

You go girl!

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Tami link
2/18/2015 10:46:39 pm

So thankful for you. God has used you in my life in so many ways!

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Lele
2/16/2015 02:20:23 am

Yeah, Tami!! Love this and you!

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Tami link
2/16/2015 02:29:55 am

Trying to figure out how to do this - bear with me! Your comments are bolstering me and I'm thankful!

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Lori
2/16/2015 02:33:02 am

This is exciting. I too have felt a pull to blog. I'm proud of you for stepping out!

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Tami
2/18/2015 10:33:05 pm

What's holding you back, Lori?

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Deanna
2/16/2015 03:02:06 am

It's always a challenge to be vulnerable an step out of our comfort zone. It's because of people like you who truly love the Lord and seek to help others that will make is blog successful. I love you! You are truly a great role model.

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Debo Morris
2/16/2015 03:27:19 am

Love what you have said already...same phase of life and asking all of those same questions. Listening.

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Amber P.
2/16/2015 03:57:34 am

I can answer one of your discouraging questions. You have absolutely made a difference in my life. I was so lucky to have been in your m2m group and learn from your heart and your experience. And I still feel like I could call you with my fears and concerns and ugliness and you would gently move me through it. Thank you for being you and I am excited to read your posts!

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Tami
2/18/2015 10:34:56 pm

Such sweet words, Amber. On the journey together...

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Mariah
2/16/2015 04:21:06 am

Well said and I look forward to reading your blog. Appreciate you stepping out in faith. Hugs

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Jessica
2/16/2015 04:48:30 am

You have so much wisdom to share! I'm thrilled you are taking this new journey! Love you!

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Courtney
2/16/2015 05:08:59 am

I'd be interested. We all have a story to tell :-)

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Laura
2/16/2015 05:43:51 am

Love this! Excited to read along. Thank you for sharing!

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Sarah
2/16/2015 06:37:22 am

Proud of you!! And you are someone extremely special:)

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Kathy
2/16/2015 07:40:22 am

Tami,

What a great idea. I'm happy your husband talked you into this. As one who is half way to empty nesting (two off and two to go) I am looking at the next steps as well. God always has a plan. I'm just curious as to what it will be.

See you soon!

PS - Jenni thanks for all you do for a special group of firsties! One really tall one in particular.

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Carolyn
2/16/2015 07:44:48 am

Not surprised you're doing this - you are such a pro and good at anything you do! You have my best wishes and prayers.

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Andrew
2/16/2015 08:39:14 am

Go mom!!! This is awesome!

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Tami
2/18/2015 10:36:14 pm

Such an encourager!! Thankful for you!

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Charlotte
2/16/2015 01:19:17 pm

I can't wait to hear.

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Debby
2/16/2015 01:51:26 pm

WOW! Very proud of you! Always in amazement of what you decide to do!! I've become a blog reader in my empty nest phase. I'll definitely be reading yours!! You have lots of wisdom to share! Blessed to have you in my life!

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Kyra
2/17/2015 01:35:14 pm

Waiting to see what wisdom He imparts through you--you definitely have the gift of encouragement! Excited for you to share!

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Christie Jones Ray link
2/18/2015 12:51:52 pm

So happy to see you and your spirit of vulnerability …we're here… you are loved … These are exciting days, my girlie!

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