3/31/11

Bittersweet Goodbye...

Crazy Domestic has been such a fun site to start up and watch grow. In less than 1 year, we have met some fabulous people and have had some awesome opportunities sent our way. Both of us are stay at home moms and our little ones certainly make life fun and they make life crazy and we wouldn't have it any other way! Just as I am sure most moms feel at times, we have struggled to find a balance between family life and the blogging world. It has forced us to reevaluate our schedules and simplify our routines. We have thought several times about letting go of this blog to help manage our time, but our encouraging readers and creative outlet have kept us going. 

Now that both of us are expecting babies again, we are thinking once more of ways to simplify. New babies are such a blessing and are so exciting, but they can also turn your world upside down! Megan's "discovery" of carrying twins just kind of solidified the deal for us- we really need to focus on our families. 

We have decided that instead of growing this blog, we want to watch our kids grow. We want to play with our kids and better our homes and we want to have one less "to-do" item on our list. (Mom's have enough responsibility anyway, right?!) 

Our decision to stop posting on Crazy Domestic is bittersweet. We love our readers and the support of the creative blog community, but as soon as we both agreed that it was time to let go,  it all seemed to fit and make sense and we are sure that it is what we need to do.
 
Crazy Domestic's archives will remain available for now. All posts have also been transferred to Somewhat Simple where I plan to continue my routine over there. Megan just might be back with her own ideas on a brand new site once she gets a handle on life as a mom of twins.

For now, we thank you for your loyalty and your support and we wish you all the best!

36 comments:

  1. AJMarch 31, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Perfectly put. All the best for your future adventures in motherhood!

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  2. christinaMarch 31, 2011 at 4:54 AM

    aww, it makes me sad, but i totally understand! family first and foremost! best wishes to you and your soon to be bundles of joy:)

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  3. AmandaMarch 31, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    What better reason to leave blogging could there be than to spend time with your children! Best wishes to you both and your expanding families x

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  4. jengdMarch 31, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Makes perfect sense and I'll contine to follow you over at SS... the same place I found this blog last year. :)

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  5. StephaniMarch 31, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Wish you both the best! We'll miss you, but I'm sure everyone understands. What great reasons! Happy life!

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  6. Rebecca@This Present LifeMarch 31, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    It's so hard to find the balance between family and blogging sometimes. But when push comes to shove, family wins out every time. You both have to do what is right for you and yours. We will certainly miss Crazy Domestic, but I am happy to still see Stephanie at Somewhat Simple.

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  7. chrisMarch 31, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    I fully support your decision. I can't imagine trying to wrangle twins and a blog. Best wishes to both of you!

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  8. Michelle {Daydream Believers}March 31, 2011 at 6:13 AM

    :) Best wishes to you both! Congratulations on the new additions! Family is such a blessing, enjoy!

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  9. LeanneMarch 31, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Of course, go spend time with you growing families. Thank you for this fun blog and good luck in all you do, especially the twins.

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  10. LeanneMarch 31, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Of course, go spend time with you growing families. Thank you for this fun blog and good luck in all you do, especially the twins.

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  11. cajungal01March 31, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    I am so sad! I completely understand and am happy for you and your upcoming journey but I LOVE this blog! :0) I have so many things bookmarked...will I still be able to access those? I'm not sure how that works....
    I will definitely continue to check out whatever you post, wherever it is. :0) You're an inspiration!
    :0)
    ~robin

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  12. Mindie HiltonMarch 31, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Super sad but understand. Family must and should come first.

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  13. Lil Mama StuartMarch 31, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    well put - my husband also harps on me about being on the computer and not focusing on family time.

    wonderful decision (and goodbye message) ladies :)

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  14. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaMarch 31, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Family first-you guys are making the right decision. Sorry to see you go though. Enjoy the time.

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  15. Screaming SardineMarch 31, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Awww, that's too bad, but what better reason than being with your family more. Best wishes to you both.

    Cheers,
    Tracy All Thumbs Crafts

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  16. RandomRantsMarch 31, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Thank you for what you have shared. I learned so much! Good luck with your pregnancies, may they be fun, with easy labors and healthy babies!

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  17. GinnyMarch 31, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Megan & Stephanie:

    I am really proud of your decision! Not an easy one, to be sure. But I hope you're feeling the sense of peace that comes with a load lifted, a good decision made.

    There will always be time for blogging when the kids are older or have left the nest, but you will never get these precious years back. You are absolutely doing the right thing.

    Blessings to you & your families:
    Ginny

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  18. SarahMarch 31, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Sad to see your blog go! It was one of my favorites. Good Luck with the new babies. There is a time and season for everything, right?

    Best of Luck!

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  19. KelliMarch 31, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Sad to see your blog go but I completely understand. Family does come first! Good luck with your new adventures and I will still be following your somewhat simple blog!!

    xoxo
    Kelli @ loveoursimplelife.blogspot.com

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  20. Mãe da RitaMarch 31, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Wish you both and your families the best!
    Sorry to see you go but you're making the right thing :-)

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  21. TanyaMarch 31, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Well decided, ladies! And congratulations to you both on the success of the blog, and more importantly, on the success of your soon-to-be expanded families.

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  22. BerniceMarch 31, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Best wishes to you both!

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  23. Kyla ArmstrongMarch 31, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Oh! I'm so sad, but I totally understand. Enjoy these fleeting moments of motherhood.

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  24. Staci JMarch 31, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    soo sad, but also completely understandable!! I'm amazed at all the things you do as it is!! Thanks for all your inspiration, and best of luck to you both:)

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  25. JanieceMarch 31, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    totally understand and wish you both the most amazing time with your new babies!

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  26. Handy Man, Crafty WomanMarch 31, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Sad to see you go , but I TOTALLY understand. I'm having a hard time keeping up with everything, and I only have 1 child who is in school. I don't think I could have kept up with a blog while I had a new baby.

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  27. Amy KApril 1, 2011 at 3:22 AM

    Your prioritizing is completely understandable; although you'll be missed. Best wishes in your new found journeys.

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  28. {Peppermint Plum}April 1, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Yay! Go be with your babies. :)

    Congratulations to you both!

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  29. KelleyApril 2, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Congratulations to you both... life comes first!

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  30. UnknownApril 3, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Good for you! Great decision for your families. Good luck with all your BABIES!!!!!! Wow!

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  31. testing 1April 3, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    We'll miss you but glad to here that you are leaving us for bigger & better! Enjoy, they are only little once!

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  32. SibylleApril 8, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    sad to see you go!

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  33. Lilianna GraceApril 8, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Wow! I totally respect the decision you all have made. I believe in family first, but know that you will be missed!

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  34. Lyssa BethApril 29, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Completely understandable! I have that struggle too. I think it is what most are feeling these days with the growth of blogs! No worries, our little ones are only little for such a short time! Thank you for all your work here :) See you at Somewhat Simple!

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  35. SueMay 11, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    I just returned from out-of-state to visit my daughter and her family and to help with the new baby, #4. I forgot how BUSY it is being a mom to young children, and understand why my daughter is RARELY on the computer:) I don't know how some young moms SEEM to do it all?!? God bless both of you and your families with your sound decision:)

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  36. the wilde lifeNovember 26, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Hi,

    I am a new reader to your blog. I recently had twins too, congratulations!!! It is so exciting. Ours were a HUGE surprise as well. It is a huge blessing and so exciting. If I could give you one piece of advice, hope you don't mind, do what works best for you and your situation; don't let anyone make you feel guilty for the decisions that you make for you and your family. Your sanity is more important than anything else.

    Anyway, just wanted to say congratulations to you both and good luck.

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