You may have noticed my posting lately has been sporadic. And focused on a random collection of topics. And full of logos and disclosures and fine print.
Are you annoyed, disappointed or otherwise bothered by the abundance of sponsored posts I’ve written lately? I’m sorry, and here’s what happened.
When I’m contacted about participating in a campaign, I don’t always know right away a) when my deadline is or b) whether I’ll be selected for said campaign. So, as opportunities arose this summer, my strategy was basically to agree or apply to everything and wait to see what stuck.
The result? Eight – count ’em, EIGHT – assignments, due within a couple weeks of each other. *sigh*
I haven’t forgotten – or abandoned – my pledge to focus on real writing. And I realize – or perhaps I’m assuming – that most of you don’t come here to read product reviews. But since I got myself into this unbalanced (although brief and temporary) phase of blogging, I do hope that you’ll learn about something you might be interested in or want to try out!
And even if you haven’t, I hope you’ll hang in here with me. I have a few more fun (yes, sponsored) posts to share with you next week, and then things should be back to normal around here.
Just in case you’ve missed my non-sponsored posts lately, here are a few.
Giving Up on a Perfect {Summer}
Monday Morning Mmmm: Flag Fruit Kebabs
Mighty to Save?
Daydream Believing and Guest Bathrooms
What Notes {and Words} Do You Keep?
A Mix Tape for the Road
An Afternoon Block Party
And because I’m sure you don’t want to miss all the fun posts on my new TV blog, Mama Loves Her Shows, here are those, too.
My Official Fall 2011 TV Schedule
10 Saddest Series Cancellations EVER
Ideas for a TV-Themed Wedding or Baby Shower
Casts & Characters I Want for Real-Life Friends
Thank you for reading. Still. Anyway.
And now I have a question for you. Are there any topics you’d like me to write about? Hit me with your best ideas in the comments!
Sponsored blogging doesn’t bother me a bit (I read almost daily). I would love a mentor in ‘bringing home the blog bacon’ because as a single mom, I’m seekking additional income. Interested? Not even sure how that would work out.
I enjoy hearing about your Midwestern activities, making what you have be what you love, etc.
Thank you for sharing!
I have to laugh at this post as when I saw the large pan of bacon, I thought “more about bacon” thinking of the microwaving/baking post the other day. (I had no idea you could microwave bacon…I’m serious, let alone bake it.) I’ve been forced to eat a little more healthy these days due to my husband’s health issues (which doesn’t stop me from buying a bag of M&Ms for my office…they were on sale and I had a coupon!), so I like seeing pictures of bacon and smores and such, even if just to dream. But, I did like the fruit flag and plan to use that in the future. Anyway, I don’t mind a sponsored post now and then and I hadn’t noticed an overwhelming amount of them, so no worries from this reader. Plus, they often have giveaways or coupons which is also nice!
Sarah L.