tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post6032134188751468630..comments2024-03-28T09:28:36.979-05:00Comments on My Life in Transition: Why blog?Julia Gooliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13784248013181090775noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-84457239904532485572011-01-31T08:36:33.575-06:002011-01-31T08:36:33.575-06:00I'm here - I'll continue to check in even ...I'm here - I'll continue to check in even if you no longer post. (although I'll be sad!) I love your pictures and candidness (is that a word). I've been reading for, I think, maybe 4 years? It's been a long time. We're very similiar - high school ballers, runners, first borns. And you've done it all before me - so it's fun to go back and read your posts about whatever I have going on in my life at that time - wedding, dog, etc. I feel like I know you - I've been reading that long!!REDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06883892688598936238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-60254098152488780222011-01-26T22:12:38.048-06:002011-01-26T22:12:38.048-06:00As a non-mom reader, I really enjoy your posts for...As a non-mom reader, I really enjoy your posts for several reasons: A. You're funny...duh. B. Someday I will have babies and I know there are several posts I will want to reference (CD, sleep, the boob, etc) and C. Truman is adorable. <br /><br />Personally, I try to keep up with two blogs and find it super hard at times. When I do blog about something personal and I get feedback from others who can relate, it's a great feeling. Knowing you're not alone and that others have gone through what you go through or like similar things, is reassuring. The blog world is a weird one in that tecnically commenters are your internet friends which qualifies you as super lame and at the same time, it's wonderful because you get a really diverse, unique following. I hope you continue to blog...your posts are always a fun read! Keep at it woman!Lynsey Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01059397765982305159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-52468610740613527452011-01-26T21:20:02.867-06:002011-01-26T21:20:02.867-06:00My little boy is just a bit older than yours, so I...My little boy is just a bit older than yours, so I have enjoyed reading your posts as another mom making her way with a first child. Even if you have the time, I completely agree that it is a matter of priorities and if blogging just isn't it for you these days because you enjoy your free time in other ways, then that is totally OK. As it seems you love taking pictures, my suggestion would just be to make sure there is something that is chronicling your time and these moments, but again, I am sure you are doing that with photos already. Best wishes to you!Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06863535732131058873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-40718201278550041652011-01-26T18:09:33.273-06:002011-01-26T18:09:33.273-06:00Like one of the other commenters, yours was one of...Like one of the other commenters, yours was one of the first blogs I read upon entering the blogosphere and is one of the few I have continued to follow through till now. I loved your pregnancy posts and the useful items posts, and I think you give tons of other similarly situated women great advice and ideas. I, like Erin, selfishly hope you continue to blog because I would love to continue to read, including every single one of your post ideas you mentioned! Best of luck in figuring out what's best for you and your preciously sweet baby boy.Shannon Sentenceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15335378966967606489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-11519015182429104912011-01-25T13:38:09.228-06:002011-01-25T13:38:09.228-06:00Your blog was one of the first blogs I came across...Your blog was one of the first blogs I came across when I fell into this blogosphere. I would be so sad not to read your witty posts, as few and far between as they are. I am not married and I do not have children so I am not trying to compare my life to yours and find the parallels, I just like to read your blog. I am looking to run my first half marathon in a couple of months and I love reading how you stay up with your running and how you have morphed your style into something that is kid and momma friendly. Keep up the great work and of course a little Truman kissing video never hurt anyone either :)Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06217047312050992797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-34478291839594368002011-01-25T12:40:29.053-06:002011-01-25T12:40:29.053-06:00I'm a long-time reader, but I don't usuall...I'm a long-time reader, but I don't usually comment. I love your blog because you're completely down-to-earth and believable, Truman is ADORABLE, and you make me laugh. Please don't give the blogging. Even if you're not able to post often, I keep checking . . . and I'm always happy when you do. :)Carrie G. in MNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03321243931528493702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-28017584207991535232011-01-25T11:00:45.157-06:002011-01-25T11:00:45.157-06:00I love this comment from Molly, "That's w...I love this comment from Molly, "That's why I put blogs I like in my reader. Because when you're ready to tell me something, I'm ready to read :)" It's so true! I tend to get a little tired of some of the bloggers that do it for a living - sometimes posts feel forced, there's all kinds of sponsorship and ads and giveaways....I miss reading about LIFE! Real stuff! The kind of things you write about! I understand that it can be a strain, and it's a tough balance to put so much of yourself and your life out there....but I do hope you'll keep blogging when you can.kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06337070801089412649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-79902733009313682552011-01-24T16:50:40.163-06:002011-01-24T16:50:40.163-06:00I Followed you from Weddingbee and really enjoy re...I Followed you from Weddingbee and really enjoy reading your blog daily/weekly when you post!<br /><br />I too am breastfeeding and had a baby- she is a few months younger than your lil guy though. I love reding your blog because you the experiences you share I can relate to, and sometimes I'll post a question- which you have always so thoughtfully answered. <br /><br />I know having a new baby changes your priorities. I hope the blog is something you continue because I (selfishly) love to read it. It helps me pass the time away as I nurse my baby... and because mom's need that commiseration and knowledge that someone else is going through the same thing.Katherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02946957726901604763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-12841189179754158292011-01-24T16:23:58.351-06:002011-01-24T16:23:58.351-06:00I still read! I'm also a new mom (6 week old b...I still read! I'm also a new mom (6 week old baby girl) and love your blog because it's a little preview of what I have to look forward to - I've been reading since before Truman was born and I was even pregnant. I hope you continue the updates, even if they're few and far in-between :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-34410275707120733912011-01-24T15:30:46.779-06:002011-01-24T15:30:46.779-06:00Julia,
So...without your blog I would not have f...Julia, <br /><br />So...without your blog I would not have found you. We have never met, but I feel like a kindred spirit. Not just because we had baby boys within days of each other, but because you inspire me. You and I are going through the same experiences almost daily, but you have a way of putting your life into words that help me try harder, believe more in myself and what I am capable of. In this day and age friendships have morphed into something different. Blogging about your life allows you to meet people you never would have before. (That can be good and bad) You can forge friendships with people you might never have met in this life. Even if you never get the opportunity to meet those that read your blog every day, you are still an unseen friend to me. I want you to keep blogging for yourself simply for the memories, but I also want you to keep blogging for me and everyone else out there that is inspired by the way you LIVE THIS LIFE. You do it well and you should keep sharing it with others! :) There is so much more to come and as we come out of the cave of raising a 1 year old I can't wait to see where you go. <3 Ya!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-81544615387367101102011-01-24T14:57:22.029-06:002011-01-24T14:57:22.029-06:00I love your blog Julia! Even though your posting i...I love your blog Julia! Even though your posting is sporadic now, I still smile when you pop up in my google reader. Even though I think we've only met briefly once or twice in real life, I sort of feel like we're "friends" through blogging. Sorry if that sounded creepy. And I love all of the pics and updates of Truman, he's just such a cutie!<br />I blog partly to try and have a record of things to look back on, but also to connect with other people who share my interests. I'm probably not the best person to ask though, because my own posting goes in spurts. Anyways, I say keep the updates coming, even if it's just once in a while!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-30290460008854549202011-01-24T11:30:07.998-06:002011-01-24T11:30:07.998-06:00Hey, everyone has to question their own motives fo...Hey, everyone has to question their own motives for doing something once in awhile. It's healthy to do so! And you know, I got frustrated at the end of last year and blurted it all out on my blog. In doing so I was reassured of my reason for continuing to blog.<br /><br />I really do love to write! That's the reason I started blogging. At the heart of it I feel like I am a writer. But in my professional career I wasn't getting to use my journalism degree.<br /><br />I never ever imagined that strangers would care what I think. For a few years no one even knew I existed. But now, I get some nice comments and it is reassuring to feel like people are "listening" and your voice is being heard.<br /><br />Recently, I have been writing more about my struggles with depression and bipolar disorder. And come to find out there are others who appreciate the fact that I am open and honest about it rather than hiding in a corner. I find that it is very therapeutic for me to write about my past. It has been extremely difficult to put it all out there. But the blogging community is amazingly supportive.<br /><br />I found your blog when you commented on Kristal's blog. As a mom going through pregnancy for the second time, I gotta say, I really enjoyed reading blogs of first time moms-to-be. I always felt so good reading all the pregnant moms' blogs and thinking to myself, "Don't be nervous. Don't be scared. It's going to be more amazing than you ever thought possible!" I liked giving you reassuring comments. Not like I'm a pro at this parent thing. But I hope people take something away. I always try to be supportive because that's what has helped me grow as a woman, a mom and a blogger.<br /><br />It's okay that your blog has changed. It's okay that you only write when you can. During my second pregnancy I sometimes wrote only once a week. I go through creative spurts and then have fall outs too where I'm just too tired to put a sentence together.<br /><br />That's why I put blogs I like in my reader. Because when you're ready to tell me something, I'm ready to read :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-40251536801945110482011-01-24T11:23:24.779-06:002011-01-24T11:23:24.779-06:00I read your blog for a few reasons: I like your wr...I read your blog for a few reasons: I like your writing, and you come across as a very genuine, sweet person. I am in my 20s, no marriage or kids yet, so it's interesting for me to read what that's like. <br /><br />Also, I used to live in Wisconsin and have a lot of family there, so I like when something pops up about Wisconsin. Oddly enough, it makes me feel more connected to you compared to some other bloggers I read. On that note, GO PACKERS! :-DMariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09410008039816868860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-34791598136523942752011-01-24T09:44:06.857-06:002011-01-24T09:44:06.857-06:00I began reading your blog when I became pregnant l...I began reading your blog when I became pregnant last December. It was SOOO helpful to read about all the things you have gone through and all the joy your baby brings you. I felt like I wasn't alone. You inspired me to cloth diaper and breastfeed. The major reason I began reading your blog was because you are a working mama like me. You gave me hope that everything would work out. Thank you.<br /><br />I blog to capture memories and share with friends and family and hopefully help someone else like you did me. I often think that I am not really 100% present during the actual making of the memory because I am thinking about the blog posts. I have decided to post once or twice per month and not stress about it. It is awesome to look back at my posts and re-live the moments but I also want to really be present in it. <br /><br />Also your boy is oh-so cute!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16175888243331638963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-55629969914044874082011-01-24T09:27:31.388-06:002011-01-24T09:27:31.388-06:00I have been following you for a couple of months a...I have been following you for a couple of months and I would personally love to read a blog about the topics you mentioned...so feel motivated to write them, please :). <br />I love blogging (I have only been doing it for a.few months now). I find it to be a great outlet and I LOVE the people I have met through blogging, its such an amazing and encouraging community! :) I am on a the very exciting journey of becoming a mom...in 2 weeks! And love reading about other peoples journeys. <br />I am also planning to cloth diaper, I think that's how I found your blog, so I really enjoy reading about what others have to say about their experience.Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14676371068789002360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-69235100704562600652011-01-24T08:26:50.544-06:002011-01-24T08:26:50.544-06:00Being a mom is a lonely enterprise, so I enjoy rea...Being a mom is a lonely enterprise, so I enjoy reading about those shared experiences with other moms. My baby is 7 months old, so I like reading your blog, so I can get a sneak peak at what is up next in terms of development. Also, I wish all us mommmy bloggers could be friends in "real life." I know we would have much to chat about :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-15900607575543274132011-01-23T21:47:21.572-06:002011-01-23T21:47:21.572-06:00I literally, literally, just had this conversation...I literally, literally, just had this conversation with my husband about 10 minutes ago. Feeling really discouraged and wondering why the heck I put myself through it. I even said "the popular girls will post a blog about how the sky is blue and get 42 comments while I'm lucky to get 1 or 2 on thoughtful posts."<br /><br />Even now, you have 37 comments and if I posted this same exact thing I think I would squeal with joy to get more than 1... ha!<br /><br />Honestly, I'm not sure why I blog. But I like you, I like the way you write, I like your baby boy {I'm a little partial to boys - I have 2!}, and I'm a cloth diapering mama partly because of you!<br /><br />Good luck in whatever you decide to do!Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11694976484799643144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-44816857741773927922011-01-23T20:10:18.513-06:002011-01-23T20:10:18.513-06:00What nice comments you're getting! See, you ha...What nice comments you're getting! See, you have to keep it up, even if it's sporadic. ;)<br /><br />I'm so glad you blog because otherwise we never would have met and become friends! And even though I now know you in person, I still enjoy reading to keep up on what you're thinking and doing. And of course, I love all the T-man pics. <br /><br />I really enjoyed blogging when I did it, for all the reasons you enjoy it - having an outlet, looking back on posts, meeting people, getting comments and feedback, sharing what was going on in life, both with my family and friends and with my readers.<br /><br />I just became uncomfortable with having that much of my life out there for the world, but obviously a lot of people have no problem with that - and I think it's a lot different for me because of the line of work I'm in. I'm out there, and anything I write could really affect my working relationships and my job. I do miss it sometimes!<br /><br />I still do blog for myself, for almost two years now, so I could document my pregnancy and now Henry's life. I find it hard to keep up with it sometimes, especially when I have only myself to report to - no readers to keep me on my toes! But I'm always so happy to have it when I can look back at old posts and read about Henry's early days. You're right that it all goes by SO fast and it's so easy to forget what life was like from day to day even a few months back! <br /><br />Anyway, I'm glad you blog, but I also don't think you should feel bad if you only post once in awhile. There is certainly something to be said for just experiencing life - and Lord knows you'll have millions of photos to help you remember daily life! But whenever there's a new post from you in my Google Reader, I do get pretty excited. ;)Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03552565623002937197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-72625307822179784212011-01-23T20:00:48.657-06:002011-01-23T20:00:48.657-06:00don't leave us julia! :) post when you feel l...don't leave us julia! :) post when you feel like it - do it because of all the reasons you've already said - don't feel beholden to a schedule, etc- i'm sure i'm not alone when i say, i'll read whenever you pop up in my google feed... no matter how many days, weeks or months go by in between!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12710767308721527710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-5346025973668324362011-01-23T19:17:21.998-06:002011-01-23T19:17:21.998-06:00Ive followed your blog since about mid-pregnancy (...Ive followed your blog since about mid-pregnancy (your's and mine!) I actually was quite addicted to it when you talking about the whole baby preparations thing. Later I enjoyed seeing adorable baby pictures and hearing about how you were adapting to motherhood. Like others have said, it was very cool to witness the amazing similarities between myself as working mom, wife, pet owner, health care worker, runner, etc...and you. But, me, blogging? Now? No way, are you kidding? So, let me just say-Ive really enjoyed getting to know you. If you decide to go on a sabatical-Ill miss you but I understand!!!Kathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10561863105656397853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-59074808478677485232011-01-23T18:04:20.545-06:002011-01-23T18:04:20.545-06:00I'm still reading. I don't even know how I...I'm still reading. I don't even know how I found your blog...clicking from one to another one day, a few months before Truman was born. I don't know what made me so interested....the way you write and put it all out there is appealing and of course, Truman is so stinkin' cute! Many of your posts remind me of things I went through with my now 2 year old and reminding me of things to look forward to with my 5 mo. old. I just recently started blogging too. Mostly in an effort to remember the little things. I do write in their baby books every month for the 1st year, then every few months after that, but it's easy to forget the little things. <br /><br />Hoping you continue blogging!Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05143318791913439534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-19137071183791945722011-01-23T15:56:26.567-06:002011-01-23T15:56:26.567-06:00Hi Julia, I've followed you for a while becaus...Hi Julia, I've followed you for a while because I, too, had a little boy (now 8 weeks), I too, cloth diaper and your experience and descriptions were super helpful, and I loved your perspective on working and parenting. I also seriously admire you for your fitness.<br /><br />I struggle to find time to blog, but I want to document the milestones and cute moments of my son's life. I haven't yet begun a 'mommy blog' but yours is one that I truly enjoy.Blythehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10047072939247821924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-77717694115573458072011-01-23T14:08:12.076-06:002011-01-23T14:08:12.076-06:00It must be in the bloggie-air, but I just did a si...It must be in the bloggie-air, but I just did a similar post: http://jahjong.blogspot.com/2011/01/worth-it.html.<br /><br />I too love your blog and would miss it is you stopped. I love your honesty! I try to be real, but I don't get into the details like you do and I appreciate it that you are so open!!Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02678702485735222449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-56009728207365715802011-01-23T13:36:43.013-06:002011-01-23T13:36:43.013-06:00I will be honest, I miss the days were you posted ...I will be honest, I miss the days were you posted more often! You are one of the few blogs I keep open in Safari and in my RSS feed. When I saw a one next to your blog on my feeder this morning, I smiled and said SWEET!<br /><br />I have been reading your blog for over a year now and I love how honest you are along with being more relaxed! I will get pregnant this year and looking forward to being able to blog the same way you have!<br /><br />Keep letting us know how the family is doing... just try to do it more often!Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03322194478870073881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6548039454456114385.post-65195652953778743522011-01-23T12:55:47.481-06:002011-01-23T12:55:47.481-06:00I have been a reader for a while and have loved re...I have been a reader for a while and have loved reading about your adventures throughout your journey as husband and wife and now as a family. <br /><br />I started reading your blog because I love photography and enjoyed reading about your different techniques, challenges and experiments. <br /><br />I am now in the stage where my husband and I want to start a family, so its been nice to read about someone who is in a similar stage in their life. <br /><br />I also live in the Tosa/West Milwaukee area, so its fun when you talk about places in the area and I know where they are. We love Juniper 61 as well :) <br /><br />GO PACK GO!<br /><br />PS. The pictures of Truman and Henry are adorable to see too!Kelly Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13134531690255513868noreply@blogger.com