In the beginning I wanted to have a "review blog". I was greedy and saw many blogs getting awesome products to review. I was entering giveaway after giveaway and realized I could do what they were doing! So I took the plunge and started What Mommy Wants. Originally meaning "products that Mommy wants". Well, after reviewing MANY products, Mommy realized she was getting behind on her actual Mommy duties! (Yes, I did just talk about myself in the third person.) I fell behind, disappointed sponsors and let down my readers. After taking some time to reflect (and have another baby) I have decided that What Mommy Wants means something entirely different to me than I had expected or even wanted.
What Mommy Wants now means "What Mommy Wants to do/have/be/share without the kids". If you want to know about what I'm doing with the kids, I blog about that at Teen Toddler Newborn. I started that for the child related stories, review, crafts etc.
I am not going anywhere and neither is this blog. The change will be with you, my readers! I am in the process of an overhaul of this blog and while some of you will love it, I understand that some of you will hate it. I expect a significant decrease in fans, readers, pageviews and a great drop in my stats.
Along this journey I failed to remember that I like writing! Of course the products I got to keep were awesome but the real reason I want to keep this blog going is because I like writing!
What Mommy Wants is becoming a KID FREE ZONE!
What you will NOT see on What Mommy Wants:
Baby product reviews
Kid product reviews
Bragging about my kids
Daily giveaways
Wordless Wednesdays
Breastfeeding information
Parenting tips
Picket Fence voting buttons
Picket Fence voting buttons
What you WILL see on What Mommy Wants:
Possible rants about my kids
Thoughtful posts and stories NOT gushing about my kids
Marriage stuff (tips, stories, reviews)
Occasional mature content
Occasional harsh language
Book reviews of the romantic genre
Occasional giveaways
Some sponsored posts (clearly marked)
Some affiliate links (clearly marked)
Environmentally friendly information
Some sponsored posts (clearly marked)
Some affiliate links (clearly marked)
Environmentally friendly information
To sum it up, this blog is no longer the typical "Mommy Blog". The focus will be on actual writing, story telling, relationships etc, that I can't discuss around my kids. Basically, I don't have many grown up friends. I want to share grown up stuff and you guys will be my new friends. Do you accept my friendship?
Here is the part where I say this:
If you don't want to read foul language, see mature reviews or support my efforts to remain sane via some online venting please feel free to unsubscribe. I don't blame you and understand completely why some may be offended by the new content.
If you are up for it, put the kids to bed, get out your reading glasses and a glass of wine. Those who stick around will be rewarded with my humorous outlook on difficult situations and meaningful discussions about unimportant topics.
If you don't want to read foul language, see mature reviews or support my efforts to remain sane via some online venting please feel free to unsubscribe. I don't blame you and understand completely why some may be offended by the new content.
If you are up for it, put the kids to bed, get out your reading glasses and a glass of wine. Those who stick around will be rewarded with my humorous outlook on difficult situations and meaningful discussions about unimportant topics.
Go girl! I cannot wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteWe all come to a point when we need a change and I think it's great that you've found your new niche. I will definitely come back and check out your updates. :D
ReplyDeleteBest wishes with your rebranding efforts and good for you for taking a new direction with your site! :)
ReplyDeleteI completely understand. Reviews take a lot to keep up on.
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