I’m thrilled today to welcome SITS readers to my humble little abode!
For those of you who don’t know what The SITS Girls is, it’s a community of more than 10,000 bloggers who support one another by leaving comments & learning about blogging & providing a community for growth. You may recall my gushing over Bloggy Bootcamp last year–that’s another awesome piece of the SITS pie. And today, well, today is my day as the featured blogger, which has me both excited and a little nervous. I mean, I’m putting on my best face for company, I hope they like it!
So to the SITS readers…WELCOME! Hi there and hello!
I’m Ginger and this is my little home on the internet. I’m a working mom to a crazy 2.5 year old whirlwind, married to an emerging artist, working in book publishing, living in sunny Southern California, and trying to figure out my life. I blog about..oh, a little of this, and a little of that. I overuse ellipses, and LOVE having conversations with readers. I like to say that Ramble Ramble is my own personal “girls night out,” where I can chat and unwind with girlfriends about motherhood, marriage, myself, work, and everything in between. Come on in, pull up a chair, and let’s chat!
If you want to learn a little bit more about me, check out my About page. I’ve listed a handful of posts where you can get a better sense of who I am. Or, you can read my Love List if you want to know what really makes my heart swell and my brain tick!
Motherhood: Working and otherwise
I write a lot about being a mom–the challenges, the triumphs, the confusion and the love. I also like to write about being a working mom–I have nothing but respect for stay at home parents (I’m married to one!), but it’s also therapeutic and calming to write about my challenges as someone doing the 9-5 before coming home and putting on the mommy hat. Here’s a few of my favorite posts about motherhood, working or otherwise:
Reflections on a Year of Motherhood
Talking About Work, Motherhood, and Marriage
Rocking Chair
A Working Mom Decision
Book Publishing: The 9-5
I work in book publishing, and I’ve been known on occasion to write about the industry. I love sharing what I can about the ins and outs of the book business. This is one of my most popular posts ever, for that reason:
Publishing Myths and Truths for Bloggers
(If you want more on book publishing, you can go to my Inside Book Publishing posts. All my inside publishing thoughts can be found there.)
Blogging & Social Media
I’m a blogging & social media junkie, and I write about it from time to time when I have tips or suggestions–or even just thoughts on it all!
10 Reasons I love blogging
The Weird Idea of Reciprocation
5 Ways to NOT Annoy People on Twitter
All About ME!
And sometimes, I just like to talk about myself. I’m 32 years old, but that doesn’t mean I have anything figured out! I love talking through the thoughts in my head, whether that’s about how to figure myself out, the random worries and fears I have, or the struggles I have to determine where I fit in this grand ole world.
Writing the Story of Me
Writer vs. Blogger
I hope you find something to read that you connect with, something that tickles you, something that makes you go ME TOO! And I really hope you’ll say hi and let me know if you do.
So that’s a little bit about me–now kick off your shoes, make yourself comfortable and tell me about you! And if you’re in a sharing mood, I’d love for you to link up one or two of your favorite posts in the comments; I love to highlight great posts in a regular feature called Reads From Around the Web, and am always on the lookout for more awesome posts to showcase! (And make sure you come back this weekend to see if you’re featured and check out some great posts!)
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Congrats on your SITS day!
Happy SITS day! It’s so nice to meet you. I love your style of writing; you make me feel like we already know each other. Just added you to google reader so I can catch up.
A couple of my favorite newer posts on my blog are:
How to do a Juice Fast: http://littlegreenbow.com/2012/01/how-to-do-a-juice-fast/
and
How to Make Your Own Couch (that converts to a bed): http://littlegreenbow.com/2012/01/the-perfect-fit-diy-couch/
Enjoy your SITS day! Cheers!
Happy SITS Day! You’ve got so many great posts i want to read! Can’t wait to dive in!
Here’s to you – enjoy your day!
AWESOME post, what a great, thorough way to introduce yourself! I look forward to looking around, happy SITS day!
Wow – you’ve whet my appetite with so many links above – I’m looking forward to reading more. I’m in the process of book submission so will be interested in your publishing insights. What a dynamic industry these days! Happy SITS day Ginger – happy continued blogging
Happy SITS Day! Your little boy sure is cute! Can’t wait to read more! Enjoy your special day!
I am just loving ypur blog!! Happy SITS day! xo
Happy SITS Day! There are so many great posts to check out, where do I start?! Hope you have a fantastic day!
Happy SITS Day from your newest follower…love your blog! And how generous of you to allow us to include a post or two of our own!
http://embracethejoy.blogspot.com/2011/03/nothing-left-but-everything.html
speaks to my journey of faith and
http://embracethejoy.blogspot.com/2011/03/nothing-left-but-everything.html speaks to the fact that despite my inability to pull a really good outfit together IRL, I love fashion!
Happy SITS Day!
It sounds like Ramble Ramble is the perfect name for your little corner! If off to work myself, but hope to have time to stop back for a visit this evening!
It does sound like your life is plenty exciting. I love the photo of you and your son with the wharf in the background. Congrats on your SITS day
I’m excited to have found your blog. I’m really interested to read about your insights as far as publishing. I’ve been keeping my blog for the past three years and have been doing a lot of research with regards to going the self publishing route. I write about social media too on the side when I’m not talking about the ridiculousness of everyday life.
I’m off to read some of your posts.
What a wonderful blog! I look forward to reading what you’ve written on the publishing industry. As a writer, I am in always looking for new ideas on how to get published and insight on the industry itself, so I am really excited to find you!
Your son is absolutely precious, by the way!
Happy SITS day!!
Congrats on your SITS day! I love some of the topics you have listed. I’m totally coming back on my lunch break to read some of your book publishing posts. I need all the ‘insider advice’ I can get.
Cheers.
I like how you call your blogging a ‘girls night out.’ Great description. Happy SITS day.
LisaDay
Congrats on your SITS DAY! Blogging is an outlet for me to sure my thoughts and projects or it is my ‘girls night out’
Happy SITS Day to you!
Working in book publishing most be exciting. Off to check out more of your posts!
Love your blog! You seem like a totally awesome person, and I totally get the over use of ellipses- they are the best punctuation ever…
Congrats on your SITS Day!
Book publishing, huh? I did a book with Simon & Schuster a few years back – haven’t had another good ideas (or at least the follow through) to try to do another. Maybe this will be my year…
From one working mama to another, I look forward to reading around!
Happy SITS day! Can’t wait to read your posts!
I am a big over-user of ellipses. I don’t think I’ve ever written a blog post without including several!
Happy SITS Day!
I’ve stuffed my pockets with delicious snacks (so I don’t have to come out of the internets when I get hungry) and am jumping into your blog. After reading a few posts, I know the snacks are going to be necessary! Happy happy SITS day!
Congrats on you SITS day! I’m a SAHM, and I have huge respect for moms who work outside the home. Also Book publishing would be a dream job for me.
Great blog! I love your piece called “Publishing Myths and Truths for Bloggers” those are things I’ve been pondering for a while!
Happy SITS Day! I’m off to read some of your other posts.
Happy SITS day! Enjoy the spotlight! Sounds like you lead a pretty interesting life!
Congratulations on your SITS day!
Happy SITS Day! (I could use some more caffeine.)
I am now following you on twitter (@flgirlnewlife) and I look forward to following your adventures.
Happy SITS day!! I love your intro post and how you highlighted past posts you’ve done! I’ll be checking out your blog some today!
Looking forward to reading more! Enjoy your day in the spotlight!
You cover a lot =) I’ve always been curious about the world of publishing. And I love that you compare blogging to your personal “girls night out.” There have been many days where life got the best of me, and I hopped onto my blog or twitter and I was lifted up instantly.
A great blogging world has truly been created. Happy SITS Day =)
Happy SITS day. Lovin’ the blog. Your header image is freakin’ hilarious! Love it!
Hey! This is a GREAT SITSday post: very savvy to provide all those links to within your content. Very warm and inviting!
Good job!
I hope your SITSday surpasses all your expectations and hopes!
I just LOVE your blog!!! Maybe because the header is like a candy bar…..so inviting and yummy:-) I can’t wait to explore more throughout your blog. Happy SITS day!!
Happy Sits Day! I love your header, very vintage styling. And you seem to live a busy life, can’t wait to go read more of your blog!
Happy SITS day! I’m moving on to the next post.
Happy SITS Day!! Your son is adorable!!
Happy SITs Day! Your blog is awesome!
Happy SITS day! I just subscribed to you all over the net. Good to meet you!
Happy SITS day! I read you regularly but mostly lurk, I guess … sort of like I lurk around SITS girls, wanting to be one when I grow up.
Happy SITS Day! Great blog! I’ll be coming back!
Hi Ginger! Looks like I’m not the only one who’s going to be trolling around your site today…. I am in love with your header. Very clever. Happy SITS Day, and here are a couple of links:
http://craftwhack.com/2012/01/how-to-effectively-annoy-your-husband/
http://craftwhack.com/2012/01/how-to-be-organized-in-the-new-year/
See you in 31DBBBBBBBBBBB (How many B’s????)
Thanks for sharing your blog!
Happy, happy SITS day! I love that photo of you and your son!
)) Looking forward to reading more.
I am an Interior Designer so I have a blog where I do nothing but Share, Inspire and Guide in all things design…I would love to see you over there.
Here is a couple of past posts for you to check out when you have time.
One of my newest ones…A fun, new, quick quiz to tell you what colors to consider for your walls http://decoratorondemand.blogspot.com/2012/01/your-life-your-colors.html
Blinged out client, http://decoratorondemand.blogspot.com/2011/11/blingy-bling-bling.html
And a hall closet I turned into a wine cellar for a client, http://decoratorondemand.blogspot.com/2011/09/wine-cellar-for-fellar.html
Enjoy your day!
)))
Hi Ginger! Happy SITS day! Going to poke about a bit. I’m fairly new to the blogging community, and also work outside the home though only part time, so not as much as you, but with three kids and (school online..yep) Life is crazy, so as time consuming as blogging is, it’s nice to have a network of ladies out there. Congrats again!
Lovely post, Ginger. You are a busy girl, and I don’t know how you do it! Let’s stay in touch, I’m a SD Mom Blogger. : ) Have a happy day!
love your adorable pics! Great blog, I hope to learn a lot from you!
Hi there, happy SITS day!! Your blog is beautiful!
Congrats and happy SITS day! Love your blog header; what a fun idea!
Hi, Ginger!
Happy SITs Day. My husband’s an author, so I know lots about the book publishing biz. Looking forward to checking out your blog further!