my inspiration

For years I've wanted to start a blog. Not knowing really where to begin, what content I wanted to create, and being uncertain if I had the time to commit, it has taken me a few years to finally decide to go for it. I read TONS and TONS of blogs, all of which are really inspiring to me. I find it so amazing that people can create a brand for themselves, learn the ins and outs of marketing themselves and their brand (read: growth hacker marketing), and actually make a profit from their blogs. All of that is eons away for me (if at all), but that is my ultimate end result. I know that it will take a lot of time and effort on my part, but I really do feel like this is my passion and that I have the determination to make something happen.

I'm still working on my blog plan (content, design, social media strategy, gaining a following, etc.) so thanks for bearing with me as I start to develop this blog.

I wanted to link to a few of my favorite bloggers who have really inspired me to step out of my comfort zone and take on this challenge. Thanks for all of your wonderful content and for being an inspiration. 

Poor Little It Girl - DC based fashion, beauty, and travel blogger who is oh so fun to follow on instagram. Her outfits and styles are usually very affordable and she's great at putting pieces together that you might not think would work.

Sequins & Stripes - Chicago based blogger who has impeccable taste. She is a new mom and might have the cutest family I've ever seen.

My Style Vita - Atlanta based blogger who has tons of great content ranging from interior decorating, wellness, food, and fashion.

Cupcakes & Cashmere - The first blog that got me hooked 7 years ago. She is perfection.

xx

Here we go

First, I’d like to say thank you for clicking the link to my blog and for also staying on this website long enough to read my FIRST blog post. I promise I will try to entertain.
I have always loved anything having to do with technology, website design, and social media. When I was in high school I became obsessed with learning HTML, so I taught myself the basics and built my own site. I think it was titled something like “Sparklie Angel” (true story). I don’t even remember what was on this website of mine, but I remember spending hours and hours trying to make my page right and becoming so satisfied when I finally figured out how to code it correctly.
Ever since then, I’ve loved blogs. I read all sorts of blogs. You might even call me obsessed. I have 4-5 favorite fashion and lifestyle blogs that I read every day and spend more time than I'd like to admit following these bloggers on instagram and snapchat.
Over the past few months I’ve been doing more and more reading and finding more and more blogs that I love which has led me to the decision to start my own blog. I’ve done a bit of planning and brainstorming. I’m sure things will continue to evolve as I write more, but for now my main focus will be on; fashion, cooking, and decorating. These are three of my favorite things so why not write about them?
I hope that you continue to check out my blog. I probably won’t be posting new content daily until I start getting a hang of things. I always appreciate feedback (positive or negative) and if there is anything in particular you’d like me to write about I am all ears.
Thanks again for stopping by as a start this new journey. xx