Shout out

[Former_Member]

Shout out to etsy members that have little kids or full time jobs besides this. I am an empty nester with a part-time job and this place still exhausts me! I was just realizing yesterday that I have not read as many books as I used to and I haven't even started on some much needed spring cleaning, too busy with etsy!!

So to all of you I take my hat off!!

[WireHearts]

Couldn't agree more! Hats Off, ladies.

[PebbleCreekStudio]

I don't know how moms with little ones at home do this! My girls are now all in school full-time, but I'm still so behind on laundry, housework, etc. Yesterday was a particularly busy day for my shop and I was doing laundry and loading the dishwasher at midnight. It all had to wait - business first! ;)

[WilliamsGiftshop]

I have serious chronic health issues and can only be active for a few hours a day (on a good day).
Yet my little Etsy shop, with my unique handmade designs, is quite successful. As successful as I want it to be, actually.
And I read 137 books last year (I take notes about the books I read, that is why I know the number).
I also care for my teenage stepdaughter.
And have to admit my darling SO takes care of our entire household, next to a job that takes him away from home for twelve hours on weekdays.

I think what I am trying to say is this: if you really want something and feel passionate about it, you will find the time (or better: make time) for it.

Ow, and choose your battles wisely!
Don't jump on every bandwagon.
My shop is doing well, even though I don't have a blog and don't do social media websites. Some say those are neccessary. Don't believe them.

[Former_Member]

I homeschool my two little ones, and I am so thankful for Etsy. My shop gives us a little extra money (well, not right now... but it was at Christmas!), and that helps with me staying home. But there are times when it's a lot! Luckily I started requesting package pickups from USPS. That helped a bunch - no more trips to the post office! That was the most stressful part :)