One year ago, on
this day, I made the jump from influencer to influencer AND blogger. I know it
sounds silly, but it was a scary decision. I knew blogging would require more
work, more time and in turn, more effort. It would require me to open up more.
It requires me to be consistent.
The fact that people regularly read and visit my blog is such an
amazing honor. To think that people take time out of their day and lives to see
what I have to say! Wow, you guys, I am beyond humbled and grateful to every
person who has managed to land on my page.
I checked today and
saw that I have 33 published blogs in my first year. I honestly hadn’t realized
that I had written that many! I do wish that I had written more.
I sent my payment
and renewed my domain for another year. Another year of writing, sharing,
learning and growing. Another year to connect, help others and simplify my
thoughts. A year to hopefully write MORE than last. A year to outdo my previous
year.
With my
blogiversary and the New Year being so close together, I have decided to combine
some of my resolutions to include my blog goals. Last year, I did this with
Instagram Influencing and surpassed any goal I had imagined. This year, I plan
to here, with my blog.
Some of my goals are
1.
More recipes. You guys are aware that I am really working on my
lifestyle and what I eat. I really want to start sharing how I am doing that
and what I am eating
2.
My health. My health post hip replacement has drastically plummeted.
I am hoping to share more of how I am tackling my health obstacles and what
those obstacles are.
3.
Custody Issues. This past year I have been under court order to
not share any details of our high conflict child custody case. This coming
year, I plan to write, share and help others. Little did I know, our system is
seriously flawed and so many people are out there struggling with situations
similar to mine (custodial interference, lies, mental abuse, neglect).
4.
Amazing products. I will consistently continue to share all things
that I love with you guys! Anything that helps make someone’s life easier is a
win to that person. As a mom of 5, I have had my fair share of products that
genuinely suck, my hope is to help people. I only share products and services
that I would USE and pay for myself. I have many times tried products and opted
to not share them if they are not up to my standards.
5.
Write more. I wish I could share everyday and maybe someday I will
be able to. In the meantime, my goal is to write at least 90 blogs this coming
year!
6.
Tips and tricks. I really want to share more of my life hacks and
how we keep it together among the chaos.
7.
Listen more. I will be asking more in my Instagram stories for inspiration
from you guys – what you want to read! You all sharing your thoughts and ideas
mean the world to me and really keep me going!
I am sure I will
think of so many more along the way! BUTTTT, this is a good start.
Sharing my life is
not always easy, but the support I have found and the people who say my words
have helped them keep me motivated or really helps in anyway, keeps me writing
even during the rough times. There is so much more I can't wait to share! Thank
you all so much for your amazing support and all the love you give me!
-Laura
