blog tips and best advice from 12 years

This week is the 12th anniversary of my first ever blog post going live (aka–a “blogiversary”). Besides my faith, my husband, and my kids, it’s the longest I’ve ever been committed to anything. I have been blogging for nearly a third of my life! Every year to celebrate I like to share some blog tips,… Continue reading blog tips and best advice from 12 years

when you post an Instagram Reel every day

Talk to 10 bloggers or content creators and you’ll come across at least nine who are frustrated with Instagram. You’ll hear complaints about the algorithm, complaints about fellow users, complaints against Meta itself. Trust me when I say that I’m no different. I can control what I put on Instagram, I can make sure I… Continue reading when you post an Instagram Reel every day

5 things every blog post should have

I’ve been so motivated and inspired since I got back from the Magical Media Retreat that I co-hosted. I can’t wait to share all about it in the coming weeks. Today though, I want to share one of the main things I’ve been working on since I unpacked my suitcase. Updating old blog posts has… Continue reading 5 things every blog post should have

invest in your blog–6 smart ways to do it

I’ve been blogging for over 11 years now and let me tell you–I’ve made some stupid mistakes. This is especially true when I think about my finances. Don’t get me wrong, there are lots of smart decisions I’ve made along the way as well. However, I’d be lying if I told you that I would… Continue reading invest in your blog–6 smart ways to do it

2018 successes and 2019 goals

Well, here we are–2019. Another year over and a new one begun and to be honest, I love it. A fresh slate, a clean start, a new beginning. What I don’t love? Resolutions and the whole “new year, new you” mentality.  I mean, why was the old you so terrible? You know what I do… Continue reading 2018 successes and 2019 goals