Sometimes I read blogs, but not very often. I write a blog but I am not really a reader of blogs, doesn’t make much sense does it. There are a couple of blogs I read religiously. I think one of the reasons I don’t read blogs that often is because I see all the places where this one lacks. My strengths do not lay in writing or computer stuff. I am lucky I even figured out how to plug this computer into the wall.
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In the past couple of weeks I have been trying to read more blogs because let’s face it there are some really inspirational and encouraging blogs out there. I read Nester’s blog while she was in Tanzania and cried like a baby. I read her sister Emily’s blog the other day and haven’t been able to stop talking about it. Bloggers can use their written words to say such beautiful, meaningful things and inspire people they don’t even know.
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| $1.00 piece of wood from Habitat Resale Store and the other from a neighbor’s trash. |
But I am not a writer. Is it crazy to have a blog if your strength is not in writing!?!?! I love making something, taking pictures of the process and then loading them onto my blog. Yes it took an army to teach me how to load a picture. To me the pictures are like telling a story.
Then I remember I should add words….Yikes!!!!
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I was a B/C student in school. I am definitely more street smart than book smart. Although I don’t know how much street cred you get for yard sale shopping and sewing owls. I was never interested in what the teacher was teaching, except for that shop class I took when we lived in Alabama. That teacher had every bit of my attention. I never took art classes in school. I can remember reading my serial killer/true crime book behind my big over sized Lit book in class (yes I went on to get my degree in Criminal Justice which I have done NOTHING with)!!! I was more interested in boys, or boy, my husband went to high school with me. I was more interested in what parties were taking place that weekend instead of God or grades. Sad but true. Luckily I have gotten most of my priorities in order now that I am a little older (a lot older).
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When it comes to writing I have a hard time. Maybe I’m just not open enough or scared to share too much. Sometimes writing just makes my brain hurt. I’m not stupid, my intelligence just shows up in other areas. I even have a hard time writing thank you notes, much less inspiring interesting blog posts. I think I feel so much, and am so full of emotion, I have a hard time putting that into words.
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So, my question is this….. Can you have a blog even though you are not a writer and still inspire or encourage people with just pictures?
My name is Angela Statzer and I love to incorporate just about anything into my artwork. Ranging from recycled materials, vintage items, wood, jewelry, other people’s junk, buttons and fabric, my style is fun and diverse. You can find me smiling at any yard sale, thrift store or flea market. I am a momma to two amazing kids and wife to one hot husband. 
Absolutely! I have been struggling with the same thing. I have the tendency to compare myself with other great bloggers and don't measure up. This summer I have decided to go with who I am and seek to inspire others from the everyday ordinary around me. You have definitely been an inspiration to me. Why the other day I looked and we had the same little owls. I had put them in my booth as is because I couldn't figure out what else to do with them, then there was your post. Brought them home, and they are ready to paint and mount. Keep on doing what you do.
i agree with Empty Nest Full Life! keep doing what you do my friend! i love to read your blog and see your pictures! you inspire me! so, fun fact – i got my degree in criminal justice too
i had amazing aspirations of going into the FBI…then i started dating greg! so, now i just use my investigative skills in other areas – mostly my kids! LOL!
keep writing and creating and posting pics – you have a huge fan in me.
Of course you can! That's what makes blogs so amazing. A non-writer just writing about their everyday ( which in your case is filled with beautiful colors, paints, buttons, and owls) can totally inspire someone else – or at least let them know there are other people out there just like them. Keep writing honestly and you will inspire someone;)
I'm inspired by your blog btw!!
Obviously, the answer is yes because you ARE doing it, and doing it very well, I might add. I always read your posts, and have been for months. Love all the amazing ideas, and even though I have only done a couple of your projects so far, I will keep on reading and keep on being amazed by your creativity and resourcefulness.
Of course you can..as you said, the pics tell the story, and your pics so inspire me. Sounds like we have much in common – I was a party-girl in high school and beyond. Took me a long time to get my act together and God is not through with me yet. I just have to say “YOU ARE A WRITER!” (inspired from Emily's guest post yesterday)
Of course you can. I am not a blogger….only a reader of blogs, and I love yours. I love your creativity and inspiring creations…and the great pictures….but honestly, I started reading your blog because of your writing… you made me laugh. I love your posts. I especially love the ones about your kids and your husband…funny and sweet. You made me view things completely different (not born with the creative gene), so now I see something at a sale or in the garage and see tons of possibilites where I would have previosuly seen old junk.
Keep it up! I am a big fan!!
I am also a big fan, keep on writing and creating. We so enjoy your blog and you.
You are a writer compared to me that is why I haven't started a blog (can't spell). I love your blog. I get bored if i have to read alot so I like pictures.
You are and you do. I dare say, it is high time you stop telling yourself you are “not a writer.” You most certainly are! It's high time you re-write that voice in your head!! You inspire a lot of readers with both your words and your pictures!
I love your blog! Your pictures are fun and your writing is too. Every blog doesn't have to be written by a writer that moves readers to tears. Write your way and your readers will find you!
I love your blog! Your creative and talented and artistic and I hope to be able to do things I've bookmarked. I was a pretty good sewer, hope to pick that up again when my back allows, but artist I have never been. I was not a party girl,I was a good writer according to my English teachers a thousand years ago. I've been working on not comparing myself. I think it's an (in)courage theme. Janet
I don't read many blogs, either – but yours is one I look forward to greatly!! Your pictures, your art…AND your words are inspiring to me. Writing well isn't about being polished or using fancy words…it is about writing from the heart, sharing what you are passionate about, and being real. I think I have read every single post on your blog, and I can honestly say I have never been disappointed! So…press on! I would miss you if you left the bloggy world.
Amen to all of the above. Your blog is a happy, beautiful, fun, bright spot in my day. You ARE a writer, and creative artist of beautiful things, both in touchable form and in words! Plus, who else puts their sewing machine on their front porch?! You're inspiring on many levels. Don't underestimate the power of being you.
Yes, simply yes! I am a science major with a math minor, so I feel your writing pain…I do love how your crafts inspire me though!
Thanks Jackie
Will you send me a picture of your little owls when you get done!? You are right just be yourself and do what you want to do. I think I have realized I have to do this for fun and for myself.
xoxoxo
Angela
Caroline
Hi dear friend. I so wish we had hung out more when you lived here. I think I remember us talking about getting our degrees in criminal Justice! I too wanted to go into the FBI or ATF! I did my internship with the police department and realized I'm the biggest scaredy cat in the world!
love and miss you
Angela
Hi Reeve, my beautiful friend. I. Can. Not. Wait. to. see. you. in. one. hour.!!!!! Will you sing to me while we thrift!!?!? You inspire me!
love you
Angela
Ahhhhh Meg,
THank you so much! These comments make me truly excited! IT's like I have just been given permission to do it like I want to do it instead of how I think it should be done. Thank you for taking the time to post this comment.
lots of love
Angela
Thank you Christina
I love pictures and when I do look at other blogs, I usually just look at the pictures and don't read! I do need to go back and read Emily's guest post, thanks for the heads up and your comment!
lots of love
Angela
HEY CALLIE!!!
thank you so much! I think you are the one who needs to have a blog or just start doing stand up. I laughed out loud several times from your emails….Please keep making me laugh!!
hope you have a wonderful weekend
Angela
Thank you so much Elizabeth!
hope you have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Angela
Hi Linda
Your comment made me laugh out loud! I love to read books but I am the exact same as you when it comie to blogs. I like quick to the point when I am reading a blog. Most of the time I only have a few minutes before the kids are asking me questions, or wanting more food (why do they continue to need to eat???????). Pictures make me happy,especially when they tell a story. Thanks for your comment.
love
Angela
Susan
Rewrite that voice in your head, I love it!!! You are right, why do I say I can't or I'm not. Such a bad habit that can totally cripple you from doing and becoming who God wants you to be. Thank you friend.
xoxoxo
Angela
Alicia
You are so right. I totally thought I had to move people to tears or make a statement with everything that I wrote. Really takes the fun out of it. I am really excited to just be me, even if it is just me and mom reading this!haha
love
Angela
Janet
Not comparing yourself to others. Its hard, but there is so much more joy in life when you don't. Thank you, going to go check out (in)courage. Thanks!
love
Angela
Thank you so much Laurel. I can't tell you how much your comment and the others mean to me. When I do write on this blog I just write like I am thinking. So it isn't polished or fancy but it's me! I am so happy that you enjoy these posts and have been reading for a while. Where do you live?
lots of love
Angela
Jen
THANK YOU for this comment. I swear I am going to print it out and put it in my wallet! From my heart It really means a lot to me. Thanks so much!
Lots of love,
Angela
P.S. front porch sewing in the best!hahaha
Thank you Maggie!
I guess just like how I prefer pictures to writing people would prefer pictures to reading. Thank you! Also if I had another child, which is NOT going to happen:) I would sooooooo name her Maggie. Love your name!!!
Angela
Ok first of all YES and second of all (as someone mentioned above) YOU ARE A WRITER! Half the stuff you write makes me laugh out loud in a good, “oh my gosh she totally gets it, I'm just like that, thank God I can relate” kind of way…seriously out loud laughing and head nodding. The most important thing about writing as Emily and Nester have both said over the years is being authentic…and you've got that part down
ABSOLUTELY, i have just signed on as a follower and love your totally inspiring eye candy … thank you, for your gift of the visual
ABSOLUTELY, i have just signed on as a follower and love your totally inspiring eye candy … thank you, for your gift of the visual
I run a photo blog with very little writing on it- so I can vouch that you can run a blog as an artist not a writer:)