I don’t remember what my life was like before running this blog. And, if we’re being honest, I don’t even want to remember what it was like. This little corner of the Internet has become such an important part of my life, and that wouldn’t be the case if it wasn’t for everyone who takes their time to read my posts. I have connected with so many incredible people, I made so many friends, and, I honestly believe that I…
Updated November 4, 2019 Plugins, tools, software, hosting- today is all about my favorite tools for blogging. Blogging can be fun, rewarding, if you play your cards right you can make money doing something that you really love, but there are also some things that no one tells you about blogging. Like how stressful it can be to run your own website, how intimidating it can be. OR, how much that little space will mean to you- which is why…
20 Quick and Easy Blogging Tips When it comes to running a blog, there is SO much more to it, than just writing or taking pretty pictures. Even if it’s something that’s only a hobby, there is so much more going on behind the scenes than an average reader realizes. This post isn’t directed at those who run their blog only as a fun hobby, though. If you’re not interested in growing your audience and creating a better experience for…
Updated November 4, 2019 The following content uses affiliate/referral links, which means that I earn a small commission, at no cost to you, if you decide to make a purchase. Read my disclosure policy for more info. Last month, my Pinterest profile hit nearly 7 million monthly views. I constantly talk about Pinterest with my fellow bloggers because, duh, it’s free advertising! Whenever I get contacted by a new reader or a blog friend, 80% of the time I hear that they…
Let’s be real- first impressions are everything. This includes your blog. Your photos are often what gets you noticed, and it’s what gets people to click on your posts, share them and like them. A huge portion of blog-related questions I get from you guys have to do with photography. The type of camera I use, lens, equipment, how I edit my photos, how I get them to look bright and sharp. I also know that photography is one of…