A Fresh New Start
Up until now, my blog has been a constantly evolving project. I've changed focus, changed topics, changed formats and changed designs. I've split it up, put it together, left it to linger and just about everything in between.
It's possible that I have a problem with focus.
This summer I've been focused, too, on everything except Cottage Magpie. I'm having a baby girl this month (any minute now), and that's been taking up most of my attention.
But I've been itching to get back and share everything I've been working on. And I thought: what better time than to start with a fresh new outlook, new design, new start.
So here it is, just in time for baby girl's birthday. The old stuff is all still here, but I'm starting fresh from here on out.
I'm excited to be back, and I can't wait to catch up with all of you!
My very best,
Comments (19)
Sweet Angela!
How glad I´m you will be back and so exciting and fantastic about your babygirl! I´m so happy for you! Five months ago I became grandma to Alicia. My oldest daughter became a mother since my youngest daughter 4 years old became a little aunt :) It´s amazing...new fresh starts are exciting!
Love Annie
Posted by Annie - Annalunda | October 25, 2009 3:27 AM
Posted on October 25, 2009 03:27
I knew you were back online so I've been itching to see you back here at your blog. Can't wait to see what you've been working on.
Posted by Emily@remodelingthislife | October 25, 2009 4:52 AM
Posted on October 25, 2009 04:52
What a great way to start my day out. I'm so happy to see you this morning and I'm so excited to hear about your little girl. I'll be waiting for more from you very soon!
Posted by Jen@thecottagenest | October 25, 2009 5:02 AM
Posted on October 25, 2009 05:02
Hi, Angela -
I've been wondering about you and that baby girl! So glad to hear from you and know that you are back. Can't wait to 'meet' your sweet little girl when she arrives. And to see what you are doing. You are always such an inspiration to me!
~Adrienne~
Posted by Adrienne | October 25, 2009 5:02 AM
Posted on October 25, 2009 05:02
Hi, Angela -
I've been wondering about you and that baby girl! So glad to hear from you and know that you are back. Can't wait to 'meet' your sweet little girl when she arrives. And to see what you are doing. You are always such an inspiration to me!
~Adrienne~
Posted by Adrienne | October 25, 2009 5:03 AM
Posted on October 25, 2009 05:03
The new blog is beautiful!!! Good luck with your new baby!
Posted by Thimbleanna | October 25, 2009 7:11 AM
Posted on October 25, 2009 07:11
Angela! I have been popping back in here from time to time, wondering if we'll hear an upadate on you and your pregnancy. I am so excited you are back and can't wait until you unveil your precious new "project", your little pink bundle!
Good luck with the delivery, and congratualtions to you and your family!
Cheers,
Linda
Posted by Linda@ Restyled Home | October 25, 2009 12:26 PM
Posted on October 25, 2009 12:26
Hi Angela!
I've been wondering how you're doing! So glad to see a post from you! Glad you're back and good luck with the delivery! How exciting!
Manuela
Posted by The Pleasures of Homemaking | October 25, 2009 3:52 PM
Posted on October 25, 2009 15:52
Great to have you back! Good luck with the baby!
Posted by Jen R | October 25, 2009 7:32 PM
Posted on October 25, 2009 19:32
I'm so happy you are back in blogland. Congratulations on the impending birth of your new daughter!
Posted by tricia | October 26, 2009 7:33 AM
Posted on October 26, 2009 07:33
Yes, blogging is a constantly evolving process. I'm always tweaking and re-thinking my blog approach too. Just keep having fun with it.
Congrats on the "any minute now" news.
Posted by Lisa @celebrate CREATIVITY | October 26, 2009 9:28 AM
Posted on October 26, 2009 09:28
Congratulations on your new baby girl. A baby is the best sort of project of all.~~Dee
Posted by Dee/reddirtramblings | October 26, 2009 11:11 AM
Posted on October 26, 2009 11:11
Hi Angela.
Glad to hear from you. I can hardly wait for you to share more good things. Best Wishes on the new little girl.
Posted by Rhonda from Minnesota | October 26, 2009 12:47 PM
Posted on October 26, 2009 12:47
Glad to see you back. Always enjoy your posts.
Hope all goes well and soon you will have a precious little girl in your arms.
Posted by Anonymous | October 27, 2009 10:59 AM
Posted on October 27, 2009 10:59
That was me in the comment above.
Posted by Christina | October 27, 2009 10:59 AM
Posted on October 27, 2009 10:59
Finally! I've been checking back periodically to see if you were going to post again. Good luck with the baby! I had a little girl 2 years ago and it is the best!!
Posted by Elisabeth | October 27, 2009 5:57 PM
Posted on October 27, 2009 17:57
Congratulations on the baby girl, I am very excited for you and oh so happy that you plan to blog once more. I have missed your posts.
Posted by janet | October 29, 2009 11:31 AM
Posted on October 29, 2009 11:31
I'm very excited for more blog posts from Ms. Magpie! The blog looks great. I hope you're feeling well and am looking forward to watching you welcome the newest chick to the nest! :-)
Posted by laura @ the shorehouse | November 7, 2009 10:45 PM
Posted on November 7, 2009 22:45
I'm so glad you're back, Angela! I've been peeking in and hoping you were, but at the same time, I've completely understood the need to step away! I hope have been well and I'm excited for you and your impending arrival!
~Kim
Posted by Anonymous | November 9, 2009 10:42 AM
Posted on November 9, 2009 10:42