How to Handle Time Management Issues

Gosh, do you guys ever get tired of listening to me posting the same thing over and over?  I kinda get tired of writing the same thing over and over but I can't help it!  I'm struggling so much with time management issues.  I'll be honest, this has always been an issue in my life. 

But now that I'm having some success with blogging it is becoming an even bigger problem. I feel like there are specific things I should be doing every day in regards to my blog, but I'm not exactly sure what they are.  Checking email, of course, writing posts, checking a few sponsored post sites, answering comments......what else?  Any advice? 

Then there are all the items I have here to review. I've been very pleasantly surprised by all the positive response I've received from companies.  Lots of them are more than happy to send me items to review.  That is so fun!  It's awesome for them because of the advertising, awesome for me because I get to try out new stuff, and awesome for all of you because there will be giveaways with most of them too! 

I think I need to get myself on a schedule.  Or atleast a check list of some sort.  Maybe a list of goals I want to accomplish every day.  Through the week my husband is away from home for work about 10 hours a day.  Those hours just slip by because of the computer - I get on when he leaves and next thing I know it's been 4 hours and I haven't accomplished anything.  If I had specific tasks that needed to be done each day it might help me stay on task.  Maybe even something like this.....

1 hour - blogging chores
2 hours - blogging paperwork for reviews/giveaways (need to get them all documented before I proceed)
1 hour - housework
2 hours - crochet on granny stripe (trying to get it finished by Thanksgiving!)
1 hour - schoolwork (going to college online)

Gosh!  If I got all of that accomplished in a day I'd be thrilled!  Plus that still leaves me a few hours to just piddle around.  Of course, it really boils down to self discipline - which I have none of!!! That is what I need to work on more than anything else.

The thing is, if I could make myself follow the list above (or something similar to it) I know I'd be a lot less stressed.  I'd be happy because I was getting things done & I'd feel relief from that.  Especially the paperwork for the reviews/giveaways.  That is where I feel the bulk of my stress right now.  It's looming in the back of my mind all the time.  I can't imagine the relief I'd feel if I got all my paperwork caught up and stayed on top of it! Blogging is supposed to be fun after all!!!

What about you? What type of blogging time management ideas of you have? How about blogging chores?  Do you have any type of list you follow each day? I'd love for you to share with me!  I feel like I'm a sponge just begging to soak up all the knowledge that other bloggers will share!

Bye,
Lisa

Newbie Blog Hop

I'm going blog hop crazy, lol!  This one is for all the newbies out there.  Come join and lets help each other!! :)

Bye,
Lisa

Follow Friday 40 and Over Blog Hop

Look at this fun blog hop!!  It's for all those bloggers out there that are 40 and over!  I'll admit that technically I shouldn't be taking part in this but I talked to the host and she said it was alright.  My birthday is in March and I'll be 40 then so it's close enough, lol!  It'll be fun to network with some people that are closer to my age and stage of life.  It's great to interact with all the mommy bloggers out there but I'm "old" compared to them, lol!  Head on over and sign up if you fit the age guidelines!  And of course, if you are visiting from the hop be sure to leave me a message so I can come & check out your blog too!!  Have fun hopping!!

Bye,
Lisa

Join the Universal Craft Blog Directory

Wouldn't it be great if there was a place on the web that contained a listing of all the awesome blogs out there that are craft related?  Guess what....there is!  It's called the "Universal Craft Blog Directory" and you really should check it out.

If you are a crafty blogger then you want to add your blog to this listing for the exposure.  Just think of all the people who may happen upon your blog through this website.  And if you are a crafter, whether you blog or not, you'll want to visit the site to have access to a huge list of fantastic crafty blogs.

So head on over to the "Universal Craft Blog Directory" and link up!  I've added Life Full of Laughter!  Now, I need to find time to visit some of the other great blogs!  So much inspiration! :)

Bye,
Lisa

Weekend Wander Blog Hop!

Yay! My friend, Ramona, over at Create With Joy is holding an awesome blog hop this weekend. It's called "Weekend Wander" and you should check it out!  I know that I'm excited to make some new friends and find some awesome blogs!

Should I switch?

Thanks to all of you guys, my wonderful readers, my blog is growing every day.  I've got lots of fantastic reviews and giveaways lined up so keep your eyes open for them!  Because of all the growth, and from things I've been reading online, I'm beginning to think I need to look into getting my own domain and web hosting package as well as switching to Word Press.

I'll be honest though, it's freaking me out a little!  First off is the money....now I know it isn't much and the old saying is "You have to spend money to make money" but I'm still a little worried about it.  Second, and really the bigger thing on my mind, is the overwhelming task of making the change.  I don't really even know where to start! 

I've reached out to a wonderful blogging friend of mine & hopefully she'll be willing to help, but if any of you have some advice or tips please leave me a comment!  I'm not sure where the best place to get my domain/web hosting package is, I'm concerned about switching to Word Press because I don't have a clue how to use it, I think I'll get my own email accounts that will need set up, how will I let everyone know where to find me know, the list just goes on and on!!!

Any advice out there?  I could sure use it, lol!

Bye,
Lisa