I used to handle change exceptionally well. Being a child care professional required me to be spontaneous and flexible. Children, after all, are far from predictable.
However, as I’ve aged I’ve become a bit rigid. Change is harder for me. I like stability and predictability. If I schedule burgers for dinner and suddenly there’s a change in the menu, I might be a little miserable because most likely I was looking forward to having those burgers for dinner.
I’ve shared previously with you how I’m trying to let go of control in my life. I’ve been handing things over to God and leaving the “control” up to Him. This is not an easy task my friends. I like things the way I like them. I like order. I like to know what to expect. In fact, I’m a master at change management… I will make a thorough plan and outline all the possible steps necessary to make change as easy and stress-free for everyone involved. In some businesses, there is a market for these skills but realistically they have no place in my personal life.
This Wednesday my blog is scheduled for a transfer from Blogger to WordPress. I should be freaking out. I should be having sleepless nights. I should be designing countless excel spreadsheets highlighting what I can do to “fix” things if something goes wrong. I should be a wreck… but I’m not.
You see, I resisted the urge of controlling this transfer. I was tempted to do it myself… to read, research, and do a hands-on move of my blog. However, I fought those urges to control and I paid a professional to do it. It’s in her hands. If something goes wrong… well, something goes wrong. There’s nothing I can do to control what will happen. I can’t control outcomes but I can control the attitude and grace I have when encountering change and/or challenges.
I have no idea what WordPress will be like. I know it will be a bit of a learning curve. I’m walking away from the ease and simplicity of publishing on Blogger and taking a step into the big unknown. This is a big deal for me!
So with that being said, this will be my last post before the big transfer. I hope to be up and running by Friday but if not, that’s okay. I’ll make sure to let you know when I’m posting once again. I hope you’ll join me in celebrating when I return! See you soon my friends!
Author of My Kitchen, My Classroom: An Introduction to Homeschool and creator of The Deliberate Mom. Jennifer writes about parenting, homeschooling, her faith, and life with her husband and two girls. Jennifer has a Bachelor of Applied Human Service Administration Degree with a specialization in Early Learning in Child Care.
So proud of you, Jennifer! I love this! I would be totally stressed for no reason. I’m sure it’ll be smooth for you! I look forward to seeing it when it’s done. Enjoy the rest of your week, friend!!
Thank you Kelli! There shouldn’t be too many noticeable changes when I make the transfer. Although my header may not work with the new template… so I may have to do some redesigning if need be.
This is an exciting step, and I love that even in the midst of this big change that you have peace and can “let go.” It’s going to be great, Jennifer, I just know it!
So glad you are so calm! I’m freaking out for you so don’t worry! Excited for and this next step in your blogging journey. Can’t wait to hear how it goes; you’ll definitely have to give me the debrief.
Thanks for freaking out for me Tiffany. Really though, I think what happened with my blog last month has also helped me weather this change better. I mean if there’s problems with it, how bad can it be?!
I will gladly share about the experience. Feel free to pick my brain any time.
From one control freak to another: this is a great exercise in letting it go. Here’s to hoping it goes smoothly. And if not, you can just fix it later. See you on the other side!
There shouldn’t be too many noticeable changes. However, my header may not work with the new template… so I may have to do some redesigning if need be. I’m actually most excited for a new commenting system. The Blogger commenting system is so basic.
I’ve strangely gotten better about change with age, and parenting. I guess I had no choice. I made that big change last summer – Blogger to WordPress. It was so worth it!
I’m glad I’m able to let go as much as I have. Seriously, if I were doing this a year ago, I would have been a basket case!
I’m excited for WordPress. I keep on hearing from everyone that it’s so much better but I can’t imagine what exactly makes it better. This should be interesting!
I’m excited for you Jennifer and looking forward to gleaning from your experience. Praying for you, and looking forward to reading your next post – from WordPress!
Thanks for the encouragement and prayers. I’m excited to see what all the hoopla is about WordPress. Everyone keeps on saying I’m going to love it but I can’t imagine how much different it can be from Blogger. I guess we’ll see…. Thanks again my friend.
Congratulations! I’m excited for your change and cant wait to hear all about it! I’ve long debated the pros and cons between wordpress and blogger and haven’t been sold on anything yet. I just cant seem to let go of the g+ power!
I debated the two as well and quite honestly, I thought I would never leave Blogger… yet here I am. I’m excited for this move! I can’t wait for it to be done!
Yes, Google + is pretty awesome… I plan on staying as connected as I can to Google+. I see quite a few WordPress users doing very well utilizing it.
I’ll be interested to hear how it goes and how you like WP. I’m still on Blogger and I don’t like change either, so I am resisting making the change even though I have heard it is way better. Hope it goes well!
I hope I’ll be able to share some insights and shed some light on WordPress. I’m curious to find out how long it will take me to learn how to navigate it.
Thanks Jennifer! I don’t think the look will change too much… we’ll see. I may have to alter the header but other than that, the person who’s making the transfer will try to keep everything looking somewhat similar. I think the change in look will come once I’m familiar with WordPress and start tinkering around with it.
Thanks for the encouragement (and for stopping by)!
Hi Jennifer! I am very happy for you! I think you are really going to love WordPress. Yes, there is a learning curve, but it’s not bad. If this old girl can do it, you can too! Can’t wait to see your new look. And how you like it too. You’ll be in my heart during your switch, as always, Ceil
I keep on hearing that I’ll probably love WordPress! I hope that’s the case! I don’t think the look should be changing too much but I am looking forward to a new commenting system. The Blogger system is so limited!
Oh man, you’re doing awesome! I would also be semi freaking out but I love the fact that you’ve resigned yourself to not feel the need to control every aspect and thus not worry over it. Life is definitely so much better that way. If I ever move to WordPress, I’m pretty sure I’ll pay someone to do it for me too. I would be risking too much if I tried doing it myself! Can’t wait to see your new blog!
WOOHOO!!! Good for YOU! Change is SO hard… I get that. The older we are, the easier it is to stay in our comfort zone nice and safe and sound. BUT change is also a beautiful platform from which we grow… and you will soon (after all the rubble has landed) recognize that truth!!! Congrats on the big move Jennifer!!
I’m wanting to transfer to Word Press too, but it intimidates me. Please share with us how the transfer goes. Are you moving b/c you can do more with WP? Will we need to ‘follow’ you again, or will followers transfer as well? You have a great attitude about this change. I had to smile as I first saw your badge on courage. I’m doing something big in my life – I’m going to stop dyeing my hair. I’m going to blog about it, with pics, and hope to have women share their thoughts on this issue – why we feel compelled to dye our hair, why we are intimidated by the grays (men aren’t). I’d love for you to join the dialogue, as believing women sometimes have a different view. I’m making no judgments about dyeing or not. I just want to explore the issue, maybe free us from the negatives about aging. Visit my blog, if you’d like. :-)
I will be sharing more about my transfer in a future post… but it went very well (and none of my content was lost)! I did hire someone to do it for me. Money well spent considering it went so well and was pretty much stress-free.
Good for you to have the courage to try something new and to stop dying your hair. I would be very interested in following your journey!
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So proud of you, Jennifer! I love this! I would be totally stressed for no reason. I’m sure it’ll be smooth for you! I look forward to seeing it when it’s done. Enjoy the rest of your week, friend!!
Thank you Kelli! There shouldn’t be too many noticeable changes when I make the transfer. Although my header may not work with the new template… so I may have to do some redesigning if need be.
I appreciate the encouragement my friend!
This is an exciting step, and I love that even in the midst of this big change that you have peace and can “let go.” It’s going to be great, Jennifer, I just know it!
Thanks so much for the kind words and encouragement Robin!
So glad you are so calm! I’m freaking out for you so don’t worry! Excited for and this next step in your blogging journey. Can’t wait to hear how it goes; you’ll definitely have to give me the debrief.
Have a great week my dear!
xoxo
Thanks for freaking out for me Tiffany. Really though, I think what happened with my blog last month has also helped me weather this change better. I mean if there’s problems with it, how bad can it be?!
I will gladly share about the experience. Feel free to pick my brain any time.
Wishing you a lovely week as well!
xoxo
From one control freak to another: this is a great exercise in letting it go. Here’s to hoping it goes smoothly. And if not, you can just fix it later. See you on the other side!
Thanks for the encouragement! Hopefully it goes well.
Good luck! Hope all goes smoothly!
Thank you Laura! I’m praying for a smooth transition too.
Oh…this sounds exciting. Good luck with your transition. Does this mean a new look too? :) (Not that you need one!!)
There shouldn’t be too many noticeable changes. However, my header may not work with the new template… so I may have to do some redesigning if need be. I’m actually most excited for a new commenting system. The Blogger commenting system is so basic.
Thanks for sharing in the excitement Sanz!
You will LOVE it!!!! Excited for you!!!! It’s so much better :)
I’m kind of excited too! Thanks for the encouragement Caroline… I may have to call on you if it baffles me ; )
I’ve strangely gotten better about change with age, and parenting. I guess I had no choice.
I made that big change last summer – Blogger to WordPress. It was so worth it!
I’m glad I’m able to let go as much as I have. Seriously, if I were doing this a year ago, I would have been a basket case!
I’m excited for WordPress. I keep on hearing from everyone that it’s so much better but I can’t imagine what exactly makes it better. This should be interesting!
I hope it all goes smoothly…but I am sure it will! I think you are going to be really happy!
I hope it goes smoothly too. I’m excited to see what WordPress is like. How much better can it be… really? I’m anxious to find out.
Ohhhh good luck! Let me know how the “move” goes…I’m also on Blogger and have considered switching to WP, but I’m scared. LOL
I’ve been scared to make this move as well. I kind of can’t believe that I’m doing this.
I’ll make sure to share my insights after I’m settled into my new space.
Thanks for stopping by Amber!
I’m excited for you Jennifer and looking forward to gleaning from your experience. Praying for you, and looking forward to reading your next post – from WordPress!
Thanks for the encouragement and prayers. I’m excited to see what all the hoopla is about WordPress. Everyone keeps on saying I’m going to love it but I can’t imagine how much different it can be from Blogger. I guess we’ll see…. Thanks again my friend.
Congratulations! I’m excited for your change and cant wait to hear all about it! I’ve long debated the pros and cons between wordpress and blogger and haven’t been sold on anything yet. I just cant seem to let go of the g+ power!
I debated the two as well and quite honestly, I thought I would never leave Blogger… yet here I am. I’m excited for this move! I can’t wait for it to be done!
Yes, Google + is pretty awesome… I plan on staying as connected as I can to Google+. I see quite a few WordPress users doing very well utilizing it.
I’ll be interested to hear how it goes and how you like WP. I’m still on Blogger and I don’t like change either, so I am resisting making the change even though I have heard it is way better. Hope it goes well!
I hope I’ll be able to share some insights and shed some light on WordPress. I’m curious to find out how long it will take me to learn how to navigate it.
Thanks for the encouragement Lisa!
Looking forward to seeing the new blog design :) I am sure it will be great!
Thanks Jennifer! I don’t think the look will change too much… we’ll see. I may have to alter the header but other than that, the person who’s making the transfer will try to keep everything looking somewhat similar. I think the change in look will come once I’m familiar with WordPress and start tinkering around with it.
Thanks for the encouragement (and for stopping by)!
Oh , I also would like to get it transferred to WordPress some day.
But, first I want to know how you like/dislike the transition?
xx
z
I’ll make sure to share my insights after I get settled into my new space. Thanks for stopping by Z!
Hi Jennifer! I am very happy for you! I think you are really going to love WordPress. Yes, there is a learning curve, but it’s not bad. If this old girl can do it, you can too! Can’t wait to see your new look. And how you like it too.
You’ll be in my heart during your switch, as always,
Ceil
I keep on hearing that I’ll probably love WordPress! I hope that’s the case! I don’t think the look should be changing too much but I am looking forward to a new commenting system. The Blogger system is so limited!
Thanks for the encouragement Ceil!
Oh man, you’re doing awesome! I would also be semi freaking out but I love the fact that you’ve resigned yourself to not feel the need to control every aspect and thus not worry over it. Life is definitely so much better that way. If I ever move to WordPress, I’m pretty sure I’ll pay someone to do it for me too. I would be risking too much if I tried doing it myself! Can’t wait to see your new blog!
Yes, I’m quite happy with how I’m handling this. I can’t believe I’m not a basket case! Thanks for the encouraging words Jessica!
WOOHOO!!! Good for YOU! Change is SO hard… I get that. The older we are, the easier it is to stay in our comfort zone nice and safe and sound. BUT change is also a beautiful platform from which we grow… and you will soon (after all the rubble has landed) recognize that truth!!! Congrats on the big move Jennifer!!
Thanks so much for the kind and encouraging words Chris! This is very exciting!
I can be the same way! I hope all goes well with your transfer and you enjoy your new blog home. :)
The blog transfer went really well! I’m really enjoying my new “home”.
Wishing you a lovely day Anna!
I’m wanting to transfer to Word Press too, but it intimidates me. Please share with us how the transfer goes. Are you moving b/c you can do more with WP? Will we need to ‘follow’ you again, or will followers transfer as well? You have a great attitude about this change. I had to smile as I first saw your badge on courage. I’m doing something big in my life – I’m going to stop dyeing my hair. I’m going to blog about it, with pics, and hope to have women share their thoughts on this issue – why we feel compelled to dye our hair, why we are intimidated by the grays (men aren’t). I’d love for you to join the dialogue, as believing women sometimes have a different view. I’m making no judgments about dyeing or not. I just want to explore the issue, maybe free us from the negatives about aging. Visit my blog, if you’d like. :-)
I will be sharing more about my transfer in a future post… but it went very well (and none of my content was lost)! I did hire someone to do it for me. Money well spent considering it went so well and was pretty much stress-free.
Good for you to have the courage to try something new and to stop dying your hair. I would be very interested in following your journey!
Wishing you a lovely day.
Good for you, Jennifer! Just roll with the punches. It’s all out of our hands and it always works out in the end!
It was a big step but definitely one I’m glad that I took!
I feel like it’s generally true that as we age, we become more rigid… and more emotional. at least in my case :-)
I’m more emotional too. I blame that on giving birth to two children. I think those pregnancy hormones linger for a while.