Top 5 Things I Learned in my Second Year of Blogging

blogging 5. Your trust means everything! One big oops over the summer and I really gained a whole new perspective. I jumped on an Amazon deal that sounded too good to be true and posted it on my FB page …and guess what, it was too good to be true! I usually don’t post unless I’ve tried the item myself or it is something that I would love and has raving reviews (because reality is, I can’t buy everything, although I’d love to).

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The Top Five Reasons Why I Left My Teaching Job

I began writing this post in my head for a few months, never thinking I would actually type it out and share. But I think it’s only fair to give you all a life update, and who knows - maybe some inspiration? I can’t begin without thanking you all from the bottom of my heart first. Your support, messages, clicking on like, and following along with me, have given me the power and confidence to pursue this next chapter. Now let’s get started…5.THE CONSJust like any job, there are pros and cons to

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My Diet and Exercise Routine

I get a ton of questions regarding how I stay fit and promised I’d write a blog post. So here it is!Fortunately I have good genetics (thanks mom and dad!). Unfortunately genetics aren’t everything, and as I get older I’m noticing it’s taking more work (ugh) to stay slim and keep healthy. I try my best to get in a challenging workout at least four times a week (but I don’t beat myself up if that doesn’t happen) and follow the 80/20 rule when it comes to eating healthy (which I enjoy, but there

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Where’d You Go Lilac and Lip Gloss: The Story of How My IG Account Was Held Hostage by Russian Hackers

Sunday’s Super Bowl may have gone down as one of the most boring games in history, but I can tell you that Sunday was anything but boring in my blogging world, and a day I’ll never forget (although I’d really like to).If you don’t follow me on Instagram you wouldn’t have known that I was missing. And even if you do follow me on Instagram, you probably wouldn’t have known that I was missing, because thankfully it was only for 11 hours (11 very nerve racking hours). Here’s what happened:Around 5

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Twelve Things I’ve Learned in My First Year of Blogging

1. I need to expand my clothing vocabulary-cute, soft, comfy, cozy, awesome, gorgeous, adorable, cardigan….I could go on and on with my list of overused words.2. If I can push myself out of my comfort zone, ANYONE can. Fact-I am a shy and private person (until you get to know me). If you were to tell me 2 years ago that I would have a blog with almost 20,000 followers, I would think you were crazy! My point is, don’t doubt yourself or hold back based on fears. Go for it and the worst that can

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