It's not you, it's me
This is the second to last post on I Pretty Much Hate Everything.
The last post will be a link to my new blog.
So, why am I walking away from here?
I've been blogging here for 6 1/2 years. I have met so many amazing people because of it, and had so many amazing opportunities.
Blogging has seen me through and supported me through so many things- miscarriage, pregnancy, illness, death- just to name a few. I don't regret blogging. It's just that I have evolved, and I feel like my blog hasn't. The thing I hear the most when I meet someone through blogging is that the title of my blog does not suit me. It's such a small part of who I am.
I like to complain, but it is not a quality I admire about myself. It's not what I want to be remembered for. And here comes the cheesy part- it's not the example I want to set for my daughter. Also, I have a pretty good life- and it's time I started acting grateful.
I am still me. I'm still cynical. I'm still generally disappointed with the human race. However, I'm learning to be appreciative of what I have, and to enjoy the little things.
There's also the issue of writing. I am not a writer. Never have been. I have never kept a journal. When I'm working through something I don't have a desire to write about it. Writing isn't cathartic for me, it's a chore. And when you develop an audience (whether it's 10 people or 10 million people) you start to feel an obligation to deliver something to them. I don't need any more pressure or obligation.
I'm really excited about the new blog. It will have a different feel than this one. There will be much less writing (although, there may be the occasional long-winded post), and a lot more images. There will be photographs, design ideas and inspiration, maybe some recipes, and a focus on how I'm striving to live a simpler, happier, healthier life. It's called Shifting Life.
I know some people will be disappointed. Some will think I've lost my "edge".
But, for those of you who have read between the lines on this blog, and have seen that there's more to me than someone who likes to complain a lot, I hope you'll come along and follow me on my journey.
Comments
Oh, I love this! I'm one of those between-the-lines readers :) ("Edge" is over-rated, not to mention over-done, in blogging, IMO.)
Posted by: Susie | December 21, 2009 10:14 AM
Of course there is more to you! I'm excited to follow you to the new site and glad you'll be showcasing your photos more. Would you share recipes too?
Having a child changes one's perspective. I'm glad to see you embrace that and do what feels right for you.
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December 21, 2009 10:15 AM
Quitting blogging: All the cool people are doing it. (Now get on that next site, ahem, please.)
Posted by: Brian | December 21, 2009 10:16 AM
bravo!
Posted by: heidi | December 21, 2009 10:31 AM
bravo! I will follow.
Posted by: heidi | December 21, 2009 10:31 AM
YAY! You're doing it! I knew you would but now it's real and there (almost). Can't wait to see your new work, T.
Posted by: Heather B. | December 21, 2009 10:40 AM
That's just awesome!
Posted by: Cass | December 21, 2009 10:41 AM
Good for you! I shall read, wherever you write.
Posted by: Kerri Anne | December 21, 2009 10:50 AM
Torrie to blog: "I wish I knew how to quit you."
Posted by: Bucky Four-Eyes | December 21, 2009 11:04 AM
I have read you quietly from the wings for awhile now. I always questioned the title of this blog, because there was so much more to it/you. I do hope you will continue to write (as you feel necessary), for I always found you comforting, but I will continue to be right beside you on this new adventure.
May you be blessed on this new journey.
Posted by: Jess | December 21, 2009 11:13 AM
Very Cool. I look forward to seeing it.
Posted by: William | December 21, 2009 02:09 PM
as usual, Bucky made me laugh out loudLY.
I'll follow you anywhere miss Torrie!
Posted by: jana | December 21, 2009 02:27 PM
cool. :)
see you there.
Posted by: diana | December 21, 2009 02:28 PM
I'm excited for the recipes!
Posted by: Katie | December 21, 2009 03:13 PM
I will follow and am very excited about more family pictures and recipes. I'm glad that you've decided to start something new and get away from the negativity of that title.
Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones!
Posted by: Cristina | December 21, 2009 04:55 PM
I can read bgwm the lines and feel this ia good move for you. Will follow you over to your new blog. Great name, btw. :)
Posted by: Aimee | December 21, 2009 05:50 PM
Congrats! Looking forward to it.
Posted by: Aimee Greeblemonkey | December 21, 2009 07:08 PM
Looking forward to shifting right along with you, curious about who developed your new blog, as we e-mailed about.
Posted by: shana | December 21, 2009 08:46 PM
i'll be there.
Posted by: rachel | December 22, 2009 04:02 AM
I am a very long time lurker, infrequent commenter. I will follow, I understand that we all evolve and grow and now its your turn. Good luck and I look forward to seeing how it progresses.
Posted by: No Dramas | December 22, 2009 08:58 AM
You dont *have* to post a link to your new blog as the last post here (unless you want to).
You can just have your DNS provider (go daddy or liquid web) re-direct iprettymuchhateeverything.com to the IP address for shifting life (64.91.242.120).
I'll help you :)
Posted by: Jonathan | December 22, 2009 12:38 PM
Long time reader, first time commenter (I think). I'll be there:) I don't think it's "cheesy" at all. We are all as happy as we want to be.
Posted by: Holly | December 24, 2009 11:50 AM
I think this is a swell idea. Besides, who wants to read about people's bad days? Oh, wait. I do the same thing on my blog! :)
Posted by: victoria winters | January 3, 2010 10:33 AM
Well, you know I approve. Yay for evolution! :) As for "losing your edge" ... whatever. Anyone who thinks you have to complain to be cool is not really anyone worth keeping, I say.
Posted by: Jen the Trephinist | January 3, 2010 12:45 PM
when's the new blog opening???
Posted by: diana | January 7, 2010 08:19 PM
Congrats Torrie. Can't wait.
Posted by: Kristen | January 8, 2010 08:00 AM
I just wanted to leave a quick comment here, before the new site opens up. Yours was the first blog I have ever read - I found it through your Flickr, and then I read it for 2 days, until I read all the previous posts. I am really looking forward to reading your posts on the new blog, and even though I don't comment much (at all), I enjoy reading your writing. Good luck!
Posted by: Spicymustard | January 13, 2010 04:11 AM