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2015: Goals(?) and My Word for the Year

January 6, 2015 by Cassie 98 Comments

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It’s funny how one moment in time can cause us to simultaneiously reflect on the year that’s passed and dream of the year to come.  Typically, I love creating lists of goals for myself- personal goals, as well as plans for the house and the blog.  Last January I created 5 personal goals, 5 house goals, and even shared a word of the year (dedication).   I was mighty ambitious, wasn’t I?  While I did complete 3 out of 5 of each of my goals, this year I’ve decided to approach things differently. Ambition can be wonderful and push us to exceed our self expectations, but ambition can also cause us to lose sight of the here and now.

Over the break, I’ve reflected on the things and people that really matter to me.  And I found my solid ground again.  For so much of the later part of the year I felt like I was floating, trying to be in so many places and do so many things at once, but never really truly present in the world, constantly pushing on to the next thing.  Does that sound at all familiar to you? I think so many of us put this pressure on ourselves, and it doesn’t do us any good.  I definitely felt a disconnect with the real true “stuff” of life.

So while my feet were once again firmly planted, it was the right time to make a solid thoughtful decision.

For the house…. no goals.  There might be things we’d like to get done, of course, but life sometimes takes unexpected turns and projects are put on hold.  Last year work took a turn for me and Chris changed jobs, and I didn’t have time for projects in the second half of the year.  So this year, I am not making any lofty goals…. just gonna go with the flow and promise you that things will change around here, because that’s the name of the game.  They will change simply for the pleasure I find in making the change.  I am happy with my home because it’s where I play games with my kids, throw a ball with my dogs, cuddle with my husband, dance in the kitchen, create anything and everything.  It is enough as it is, and I am happy here.

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For the blog…. I choose to be happy with the status quo.  Last year I wanted to “grow my blog business” and I worked on it, and networked, and went to a conference, migrated to wordpress, and more.  In the end, I spent a lot of time, energy, and money for not much of a difference.  As I reflected on this past year, I decided that I was happy with the readership I have and the connections I have made.  And in 2015, that is enough for me.  Blogging has changed so much over the past few years, and I might be old fashioned, but I prefer true connections with readers over a million pageviews from pinterest clickers who I don’t truly connect with.

A few times over the last few months I have thought about just calling it quits on blogging because I let it take so much time and I was focusing on the growth.  And I don’t like feeling that way… So I am remembering why I started in the first place, and taking the blog back just for me and just for you.  I want to inspire you to create, but I also want to inspire you just to be an authentic and happy person.  The best way I can do that is to be one myself.

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And all of this brings me to my word of the year….. CONTENTMENT.  I am choosing to be here and now, and to be content with all I have in my life.  I have been blessed with a great family, wonderful friends, a growing business, a blog readership, and so many countless good fortunes.  It’s time to really enjoy them all.

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Wishing you all the best in 2015!  I am looking forward to the year ahead, thankful for all of the moments of the past that have lead me to right here and right now.

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  1. Sarah says

    January 6, 2015 at 7:21 am

    YES TO ALL OF IT

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:35 am

      YAY! cheers to an amazing 2015 for you and for me and for Sweet Clover!

      Reply
  2. [email protected] says

    January 6, 2015 at 7:34 am

    Yes, I will fill my heart with what’s important and try to forget about the rest. Makes me think about our texting before new years. And I’m really trying to work on it.
    I know you will have a fabulous year my friend.

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:35 am

      i just thought a lot over the break and had to decide what was best for me. it’s hard because there is so much “one-up-manship” to blogging so this year if i start to feel that pull again i am going to come back and read this post and remind myself how good i already have it.

      Reply
  3. Catherine says

    January 6, 2015 at 7:52 am

    Sounds perfect Cassie! A beautiful place to be in. And contentment is such a great reminder to be happy and grateful for everything, big and little, we already have. Love it

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:34 am

      exactly- especially all the little things! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Pamela says

    January 6, 2015 at 7:54 am

    I am a new follower. What I hear through the words today is “stop striving and start being” 🙂 I find you to be an authentic gal…and that is enough for this reader 😉 God will bless when God chooses to bless and no matter of expended energy or resources will change that. And to my surprise, often He blesses by keeping me tight and available and immersed in my small circle instead of expanding it….THAT is frequently His blessing. My word last year was abide. No goals which was strange for this goal-setting me, he hasn’t confirmed yet but I think my word this year has to do with rebuilding…my strength, some relationships, we’ll see.

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:33 am

      YES! that is exactly it- stop striving and start being! 🙂 thank you so much for the heartfelt comment. glad to have you here! wishing you all the best in 2015!

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  5. Gretchen says

    January 6, 2015 at 8:05 am

    Here’s to an amazing year with much contentment!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:32 am

      amen!

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  6. Krystine www.KrystineEdwards.com/blog says

    January 6, 2015 at 8:13 am

    I adore you! I feel the same way. I felt like last year was crazy & I was trying so hard to grow numbers that I wasn’t speaking from my heart, just writing and I felt like it was so much work and I was starting to get disappointed. But, the holidays made me slow down and appreciate what I had made and I realized it was good enough for me & I was happy to have gotten where I had. So, cheers to you my friend. I read your blog daily, leave comments to make sure you know I was there. Best wishes for 2015!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:32 am

      SEE- 2014 was amazing! it brought me to you! 🙂 i feel very much the same about you, and am so glad we can be happy and content with who we are and where we are. wishing you all the best!

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  7. Dana says

    January 6, 2015 at 8:51 am

    Love! Love! Love! Happy 2015, Cassie!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:31 am

      thank you, dana! i just needed to reboot and i feel really good about it!

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  8. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:17 am

    Sounds you are starting the year from a very good place Cassie! I arrived at a very similar conclusion about a year ago. I think Clare had a little something to do with that. Looking forward to 2015 with a content and joyful heart!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:29 am

      exactly! 🙂 glad we both are landing on the ground!

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  9. Andrea says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:17 am

    Kudos Cassie! You are one of the most genuine bloggers out there and I’m glad you are content with just being yourself and living in the moment. One of the many reasons we all love you!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:29 am

      thank you so much, andrea. i have been thinking of you through this holiday season and sending you good thoughts.

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  10. Amy says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:19 am

    Choosing to be happy
    And content in 2015 is the most beautiful goal. Enjoy!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:29 am

      thank you so much, amy! 🙂

      Reply
  11. sarah dorsey says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:25 am

    Such a great outlook on the new year!!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:28 am

      thank you! i feel really good about it!

      Reply
  12. CoCo says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:30 am

    It sounds like a break to enjoy your family was exactly what you needed and I’m so glad you guys had a great time. I can’t wait to see what 2015 has in store for us both. You speak to my heart lady! Sending you hugs and blessings for an amazing year, CoCo

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 9:51 am

      it was!!!! happy 2015 to you, coco, and hugs right back to you!

      Reply
  13. Kenz @ Interiors By Kenz says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:06 am

    I feel like this is a great approach. This is something I had to do last year. The “business” of blogging got to be too much for me. So I stopped looking for content to blog about, and would only blog when it was something I truly genuinely wanted to do. It turned it back into a passion for me. I care about the friendships I have and the friends I have made along the way. I feel blessed to have found so many like-minded women to share this journey with. And I know they don’t judge me or get upset if I take 2 months off blog reading/writing. It’s just how it goes. Real life will ALWAYS be more important than the internet. I’m excited to see where 2015 takes you and the surprises it has for your house and your life along the way 🙂 Cheers my friend!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:40 pm

      YES YES YES! amen, my friend!

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  14. Deb Bakos says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:08 am

    So nice to read – some things are wonderful the way they are, like your blog!! My wall art – “Happiness is the art of making a bouquet of those flowers within reach.” You have so much to embrace – enjoy the happy!!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:40 pm

      thank you so much, deb! i appreciate that and love that sentiment!

      Reply
  15. Amber says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:14 am

    Oh, Cassie, you have no idea how much I needed this reminder. Thank you for your words! I am so thankful to have connected with you this year! You continue to be an inspiration to me in all aspects of life!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:40 pm

      i am so glad it helped you. cheers to 2015!

      Reply
  16. Patty Day says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:20 am

    Bravo! I agree 100% with all you said!!!! My little, silly blog was formed as a hobby and a way to keep in touch with family and friends. What happened was I gained many, many new friends!!! I have kept the blog as it was designed. It has been and will continue to be my “hobby”. I enjoy it in this form.
    I wish you a year filled with love and health.
    xo
    Patty

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      good for you, patty! 🙂 happy new year!

      Reply
  17. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:25 am

    I love your genuine heart, Cassie! Happy New Year!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      aaw, thank you, jennifer! right back at you! 🙂

      Reply
  18. Erika says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:31 am

    Love this Cassie!! Couldn’t agree more. Wishing you a wonderful 2015!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      same to you, erika! 🙂

      Reply
  19. Megan @ Rhapsody in Rooms says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:46 am

    Amen to the amen! I love everything about this post and wholeheartedly agree. Let the rats have their race and the rest of us can just enjoy what we have and where we are.

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:38 pm

      YES! and we have our own race and my motto for that is the same, too. 😉

      Reply
  20. Chaney says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:59 am

    Amen, Cassie. Beautifully stated! I feel like you took the words right out of my mouth (thoughts right out of my brain?) about my feelings about blogging/life/etc. I’m posting something very similar tomorrow!

    Looking forward to whatever you do in 2015! 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:37 pm

      thank you, chaney!! i can’t wait to se your post. it took me a while to write mine- i knew what i wanted to say but finding the right words proved to be challenging on this one!

      Reply
  21. Haley says

    January 6, 2015 at 11:53 am

    I’m loving bloggers that are ‘bringing it back to the basics’ and I look forward to enjoying the next year following along.

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:36 pm

      thank you so much, haley! i appreciate that!

      Reply
  22. Jaime Costiglio says

    January 6, 2015 at 12:20 pm

    Cassie you put it so well. I hope you saw the CBS Sunday Morning piece a couple weeks back about ‘being mindful and present’ – pretty sure that’s what you’re going for and I couldn’t agree more. It feels a tiny bit selfish but we should do more for ourselves and in turn that will reflect in our happiness, our families and our blogs 🙂 Cheers to 2015 and being content.

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:25 pm

      i didn’t see that- i need to google it! cheers!

      Reply
  23. CJ says

    January 6, 2015 at 12:49 pm

    It’s so easy to loose sight of why you are really doing what you’re doing – I’ve decided to re-wind a little and take things back to just enjoying being creative and sharing it – so your post has definitely struck a chord with me – thank you!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:24 pm

      so happy for you and for me! 🙂 cheers to 2015!

      Reply
  24. Laurie Jones says

    January 6, 2015 at 1:07 pm

    I wrote something very similar yesterday I feel like there are many of us in the same boat. I’m lucky to have found so many talented and genuinely nice people like you through blogging! Although I really scaled back last year and hope to blog more this year making that decision was the best choice I made. Looking forward to your blog this year Cassie!! Love seeing how your puppies are getting along on your instagram feed!

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    • Cassie says

      January 6, 2015 at 1:24 pm

      i need to come see your post. i really wish it would show in bloglovin!!! and thank you! cheers to 2015!

      Reply
  25. brittanyMakes says

    January 6, 2015 at 2:33 pm

    Contentment! That actually is the perfect word. I really relate to what you went thru in 2014, apart from the networking stuff because you know me, i’m the worst at that. I failed on that resolution of mine from last year.

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:45 am

      i think so many of us feel this way! we all need to just slow down and really live. 🙂

      Reply
  26. Amber @ Wills Casa says

    January 6, 2015 at 2:47 pm

    Love it Cassie!! Great word and powerful goals!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:44 am

      thank you, amber!

      Reply
  27. Kristin @ Bliss at Home says

    January 6, 2015 at 3:06 pm

    Love this Cassie 🙂 I think you are ahead of the game with this kind of thinking. I think this will be your best year ever 🙂 xoxo

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:44 am

      thank you, kristin! it seems so many people are feeling the same- the comments are crazy with how much people say YES, ME TOO! so this could be a revolution we’re starting. 😉

      Reply
  28. Renee Z says

    January 6, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    Love this. You are very right. I remember asking you, how do you do all of this? I’m happy for you and still want to get out there to see your home in person. I let go of my blog because so many things came first — the family, the “paying” work and just life. I do, however, plan to blog again ONLY when I have time or something exciting to blog about (we are redoing the kitchen so that might be fun). Anyway, good post, Cassie. Happy New Year!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:43 am

      thank you so much, renee! i appreciate it and can’t wait to see the kitchen- that is exciting!

      Reply
  29. kirby says

    January 6, 2015 at 3:46 pm

    Glad you’re owning it!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:42 am

      thank you!!!! 🙂 me, too!

      Reply
  30. [email protected] this top that says

    January 6, 2015 at 4:07 pm

    I so love your outlook and attitude and share similiar sentiments. Thanks for opening your heart, sharing your home and inspiring me with your projects , looking forward to 2015. Happy New Year!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:41 am

      thank you, laura! i think so many of us are feeling this way. 🙂 cheers to 2015!

      Reply
  31. Andrea says

    January 6, 2015 at 4:18 pm

    So eloquently said Cassie! Here’s to 2015 and wishing you the best 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:41 am

      thank you, andrea! cheers to you, too!

      Reply
  32. [email protected] says

    January 6, 2015 at 5:19 pm

    Contentment is such a perfect word. I know this year will be amazing for you!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:41 am

      thank you! i think it will!

      Reply
  33. Alexis @ Persia Lou says

    January 6, 2015 at 5:20 pm

    I love “contentment” for your word!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:40 am

      thank you!

      Reply
  34. Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says

    January 6, 2015 at 8:19 pm

    Cheers – I’m in the same boat. Don’t want to be anything more than I am so I can continue to spend time with my family and friends. Here’s to a great 2015!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:36 am

      cheers to 2015! it’s going to be awesome!

      Reply
  35. Danielle says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:04 pm

    Cassie, I love every word you’ve written. You know I was feeling so much of the same at the end of the year. I really felt like I needed a break and to be grounded. Totally get it. I have also decided to focus more on my passions and write about that then get all worked up about numbers etc. It is so hard sometimes not to get swept up in all of that. Love your blog and you! x

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:35 am

      thank you so much, danielle! it is hard, so i am going to really work on NOT getting swept up. i need to come back and read this post when i feel it coming.

      Reply
  36. julie says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:16 pm

    Hi Cassie, you are one of the few bloggers I still follow going into 2015. I found myself overwhelmed with work, kids, our home, family, etc. last year and cut back dramatically on the blogs as it was getting too much. However, I love to read what you are doing and see the pictures of your walks in the country as well as the things you create. I love your word for the year, I think we all need to be more content with what we have in the present instead of always looking ahead and missing the here and now. Have a terrific year and I look forward to seeing it.
    Julie

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:23 am

      julie- thank you SOOOO much for your sweet comment. i appreciate it and wish you all the best in 2015! and i also cut way back this year on blogs i read- it was too much and i just don’t have the time and also the overstimulation feeds the need to compete, and i don’t want that!

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  37. Rita says

    January 6, 2015 at 9:17 pm

    This is one of the MANY reasons I love and appreciate you Cassie! I think I started last years goals with such expectations of meeting them all and by the middle of the year it all seemed to be put on hold. Life changes, people change and the itch of blogging and it actually meaning ‘something’, just didn’t have the hold it once had on me. I’ve contemplated over the last few months about quitting blogging all together. Then last night I couldn’t sleep and I thought wouldn’t it be cool to do a 365 day challenge and blog once a day for a year. Even if it’s about nothing at all but a chance to read over the last year of your life once your done with ‘said’ challenge. The thought actually made my heart do a small leap. In the end, I don’t know what I’ll do but I won’t stress out about it. I’ll just see where the day leads me and go from there. But I totally agree with your views and stand behind you 100 percent.
    Lots of Love,
    Rita 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:19 am

      aaaw, rita and i love you right back and i always love your great attitude. you are the best cheerleader, you know that?

      Reply
  38. Courtney says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    Love, love this Cassie!! You are awesome! Happy New year! Xx

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:13 am

      thank you so much, courts! you know i think you are, too!

      Reply
  39. [email protected] Chronicles of Home says

    January 6, 2015 at 10:36 pm

    I so, so feel you, Cassie. I’ve felt really adrift these past several months, with my head so far in the sand I barely noticed the days passing. Who wants to live that way?! I’ve set no goals for myself for the new year either, not really sure where I’m heading this year, but I know I want to feel more present in my everyday life too. Cheers to being present!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:12 am

      it’s amazing to me how many other bloggers have commented that they feel the same- i think we are starting a movement here. 😉 without trying! we just want to be happy and live in our actual lives… i don’t want to work to create a life i never get to even live.

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  40. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    January 7, 2015 at 7:11 am

    You know those silly space aliens on Sesame Street that say “yep” over and over? It totally sounded like that in my head reading though your post today 😀 I love that word – contentment. i want to do that too. To savor and enjoy. Happy New Year, Cassie!

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:11 am

      ha ha! great analogy! good for you and me- let’s enjoy this year!

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  41. Holly says

    January 7, 2015 at 8:31 am

    Ahhh…I’ve got tears in my eyes Cassie. It’s like you took the words/thoughts right out of me. I can relate to so many points you’ve given here. Our 2014 was crazy – my husband lost his job and was unemployed until 2 months ago. He broke his leg and forced me to pretty much be solo caregiver for a while until he was literally back on his feet again. It made me appreciate my family and the love and friendship that we have in our lives. Of course you know I love to hunt for vintage items and I also have a decorating business on the side, but that was pushed aside for most of the year while I concentrated on my family. I’m now able to dedicate a little bit more time to those fun things but not making any huge goals for our house or my business. We have so much to do at our house but I know little by little it will get to where we want it. Cheers to you girl for hashing this all out.

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    • Cassie says

      January 7, 2015 at 10:10 am

      oh holly, i feel ya!!! chris had no job for a couple weeks and he was interviewing like crazy and it was so stressful, but we made it, and so did you! 🙂 but all of his training this summer was so hard on us- i was working and things at work were crazy (the barn), plus i was full time mom as the kids were off, and trying to make summer fun for them while basically being a single working mom. it was the hardest summer i’ve ever had…. and then this fall chris was around more and things were better there, but work continued to be crazy, and the blog- i felt like i SHOULD be driven to make it more more more, and over the break i just reevaluated and came to the conclusion that i was missing so much. i was becoming someone i didn’t want to be. so this year, i am not going to be that driven blog lady… it’s just not who i am. i was missing out on so much, or i was physically there, but mentally not there. i think so many of us feel like this- it was great to write it, get it out, and the feedback has been amazing. cheers to you, and cheers to us in 2015!

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  42. Ali says

    January 7, 2015 at 6:34 pm

    Hi friend. I loved reading this post. XOXO

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    • Cassie says

      January 8, 2015 at 3:57 pm

      thank you so much. i love you. insert big puffy heart.

      Reply
  43. Corinna - For My Love Of says

    January 7, 2015 at 10:13 pm

    Girl, you are amazing. Be that mirror. You’ll have to coin it- retro blogger. We only have so much in this life. Happiness is so hard for so many to find. Having it yourself is going to inspire others to find and cultivate it. And that’s a bigger deal than pin counts

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    • Cassie says

      January 8, 2015 at 3:57 pm

      aaaw, thank you SO much, corinna. i really appreciate your comment and friendship.

      Reply
  44. [email protected] Charm says

    January 8, 2015 at 11:13 am

    Cassie,
    It feels so good to hear that another blog friend feels the same way as I do about life and this crazy blog world. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts here on your blog.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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    • Cassie says

      January 8, 2015 at 3:26 pm

      judging by the comments i think SOOOO many of us are feeling that way. 🙂 XOXO

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  45. Jessica @ Dear Emmeline says

    January 8, 2015 at 10:46 pm

    A perfect word for EVERY year! I came to this realization as our life changed so rapidly at the beginning of last year. I didn’t have much time for projects (beyond making decisions for the home reno) and I decided I had to let it go. There are so many more important things than worrying about the numbers and growth. Growth will happen pretty organically if you are just being you and posting your best content. Happy New Year friend!

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    • Cassie says

      January 10, 2015 at 6:28 pm

      YES it really is for every year, isn’t it?!?!

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  46. megan says

    January 9, 2015 at 9:30 am

    Beautifully written post, Cassie. I enjoyed reading it and took a lot from it. You are right…just enjoying life and not worrying about reaching specific goals will make 2015 an incredible year for you.

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    • Cassie says

      January 10, 2015 at 6:26 pm

      thank you so much, megan- i really appreciate it!

      Reply
  47. Jenn @ My Fabuless Life says

    January 9, 2015 at 12:57 pm

    It’s like you read my mind! I SOOOO feel you! And YOU ARE AWESOME!! I’m taking the same approach this year, and already feeling so much weight lifted!! Can’t wait to see what you’ve got in store this year.

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    • Cassie says

      January 10, 2015 at 6:26 pm

      i think SOOOOO many of us are feeling this way! it does feel so much better already! 🙂 instead of trying to take the year by storm, let’s just let it take us where it will.

      Reply
  48. Katie @ Newly Housed says

    January 9, 2015 at 6:12 pm

    I just stumbled upon your blog and loved reading this post. I recently posted my resolutions for 2015 and my biggest one as well was to live life happily. It is so easy to get caught up in the little trials in life that we forget to stop and look at the big picture. Being a new blogger myself, I find myself reflecting on the reason I started my blog in the first place (to update family and friends on our home renovation process, share DIY projects, etc..), and am trying not to get caught up in worrying all about blog growth. I appreciate your honesty in this post and am looking forward to reading more posts in the future.

    http://newlyhoused.com

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    • Cassie says

      January 10, 2015 at 6:25 pm

      thank you so much, katie! i appreciate your comment and am happy to hear you are in the same place. let’s just be happy. 🙂

      Reply

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I believe that you don't have to spend a lot of money to live a beautiful life and be your best self.  Here you will find budget friendly ideas to live happily, healthily, sustainably, and most importantly authentically.  We all get one chance at this life, and this ordinary girl plans to make hers extraordinary. How about you? Read more...
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Hi! I'm Cassie.

Mother, wife, shop owner, blogger, writer, incurable diy-er, furniture painter, coffee and wine drinker, friend. Seeking happiness and passing it on. Read More…

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