Being pretty much a ‘newbie’ blogger, I am still trying to find my ‘niche’ and have decided that I haven’t got one. I don’t fit into any category really (story of my life)! In fact, i would even go as far to say that my poor little blog is the antithesis of most of the ones I read and enjoy, and here’s why…..
Travel blogs:
Now I love to read these, marvel at the beautiful places that people go to, and the wonderful things they have seen. However. you will not get me on a plane (unless I am knocked out), I get terribly seasick, and am a dreadful back-seat driver (as well as hating driving myself)! Oh and I get travel sick on coaches as well. The last time I travelled on a coach,it was about a 4 hour journey. Unfortunately I threw up all over the place in the small toilet, just as we arrived at the destination, which did not impress the driver one bit! I like trains though.
Cookery Blogs:
Oooh, I love looking at the mouth-watering dishes that some people have made, and beautifully presented on their blogs, complete with instructions on how to do it, Although I might have a go at some of these myself, I could never actually produce a blog that focuses on showing others how I made it. Oh no! I would have to clean up the mess first before I took any pictures, plus it would probably take me countless attempts to get it right, and actually resemble something that was edible. I can cook the basic stuff (apart from boiled rice), but only for my family to enjoy (I use that term very loosely).
Fashion and Beauty Blogs:
I do subscribe to a few of these types of blogs because I like pretty things, and am always looking for ways (miracles) to make myself look better. Maybe it might be a flawless foundation, or a figure-shaping (would have to be robustly re-inforced to deal with mine) dress. I love pretty hair styles and have long hair, as does my daughter, perfect for some of these beautiful braids that I have seen. Problem is I can ‘t do them. Not even after watching tutorials. Several times. That type of blog is best left to the experts to write.
Parenting Blogs:
These are the type of blogs I would go to for advice, seeing as my style of parenting is a bit wide of the mark at times.I only have one little girl, and I have been told by her that I ‘baby’ her too much. I admire those Mum’s that stay home with their kids, teach them all sorts of wonderful things, crafts, baking, life skills etc. They do a bloody good job, which is very hard work; I could not write one of these blogs, as my advice would be rubbish! I got ‘the look’ yesterday from my daughter when her friend called round to leave for school together. Before I even thought about it I said. “Why aren’t you wearing your tight-ies, its cold out and your legs will get freezing. Ooops. That went down like a lead balloon. Everything for me seems to have got an ‘ies’ on the end of it. Sockies, leggies, and so on, She hates it.
Craft Blogs.
I only wish i could do one of these blogs, I love crafts but am just not that good at them! It doesn’t stop me from trying though, and I have shown off a couple of things that I have made, here on my blog. The thing is, they probably don’t quite resemble the finished article that I got the pattern for. I tend to have to make a few alterations here and there where I have cocked something up and either left it, or tried to disguise it, I don’t think people would appreciate my style of crafting, which involves a lot of swearing, unpicking and re-doing, then finally a bit of botching!
So there you have it, I pretty much a square peg, in a world full of round holes! Bet you weren’t surprised though!

I think one positive thing about not having a particular ‘niche’ is that you can write about whatever topic you like. You’re not limited. I really enjoy all the subjects that you write about on your blog. Please don’t change. 🙂
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Oooh No, I am not going to change at all. Far from it. I like the fact that I can talk about all sorts of things as it gives me more stuff to poke fun at! I was just pointing out that I am not one of those ‘informative’ blogs! The only stuff I know a bit about,isn’t really what you would want to hear about, or discuss over the dinner table!
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Oh, Good! Whew! Ha! Ha! Well, I think your subject matter probably produces a lot more laughs! 🙂
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Thank you Tonya 🙂
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My favorite part of reading your blog is never knowing what I’m going to get, but always knowing it is going to make me laugh! 🙂
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Well that’s my intention, and it makes me very happy to know that, 🙂
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I love your blog! The British humour makes me feel like I’m at home again! So fear not! You’re touching many hearts 🙂 What made you want to start blogging?? 🙂
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Hi Rebekah and thanks so much for your lovely comments. I am thrilled my blog makes you laugh. I started blogging as I suffer with depression and anxiety and it is very therapeutic. I also love to laugh, especially at myself, and poke fun at the ridiculous and the silly!
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It’s good to laugh! I agree, it’s VERY therapeutic. Especially when you’re faced with depression and anxiety. I believe that laughter is the best medicine! 🙂
I would love to hear more about your story. You can catch me on Skype at beckyyyy.b or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/rebekah.barrett.395
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I know just what you mean, but I also refuse to be categorized. As my therapist once told me, labels are for other people. Just keep being you and let your blog happen naturally, and all will be well!
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Thank you, That sounds bloody good advice to me 🙂
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I’m more of triangle shaped peg maybe! 😉 Part of my blog is very niche but also I love to ramble on about whatever I fancy! Ha! Currently doing the blogging 201. It’s all about meeting your readers requirements. I’m doomed to fail. Oh well, here’s to being different! 😉
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Well we can’t all be round pegs. I am just looking at your blog now and enjoying it, so there you go, your first reaser’s requirements met. 🙂
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Ah thanks! 😊
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I think there are more of us square peg bloggers. I personally don’t gravitate towards theme blogs – even the knitting blog I like is really about life and I like that.
You and I and Wendy and others have our niche – we write about our lives and other’s read it because our lives and their lives have things in common. Humour, frustration, real stuff – but you do it in such a great, funny way. That is why you have so quickly found such a following. Keep being that square peg. Embrace it. It fits perfectly into many a reader’s day.
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Thank you so much Mary-Anne, what a lovely thing to say. Yes me, you and Wendy do have loads in common despite all three of us being so far away from each other. That’s what I love about blogging…all the other lovely blogs, and bloggers!
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You have a ‘Lifestyle’ blog. You can blog about what ever you like. I love it. I have daydreams of creating a whole new blog one day to just chat about whatever floats my boat :-).
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Thank you so much for your lovely comments. I have a lot of random stuff floating about in my head so I suppose I’m lucky I can write what I like. I think you should go for it, it’s fun!
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Maybe I will 😉
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I enjoy reading your posts and I think being a square peg is just fine! 😀
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Thank you, that is really kind of you to say. 🙂
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Hello, and thanks for stopping by. I am Judy, in my (very) early fifties and decided that life definitely gets more interesting as it goes on! I am a wife and a mum and have just finished University as a Registered Nurse, after having worked as an Associate Practitioner in the NHS. I am also a poet and the author of my debut book, 'Rhymes of the Times.' I love to laugh, and I love rhyming words too, so I joined the two together, and my book was born. I am currently working on another book in the series also. I am a prolific blogger and enjoy writing funny stories, anecdotes, and anything really that takes my fancy.
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