Friday, October 31, 2014

A Special Thanks..



I just wanted to give a special thanks to all of you, my loyal and sweet blogging friends.
Blogging by far been one of the most rewarding experiences to date, and I am so blessed to have met so many wonderful, kind, talented, funny and stylish people! (I mean it-you guys rock!)

My decision to start blogging was inspired by my mother, who has been blogging fashion and lifestyle tips for women over 50 for about 4 years now, and got up and running mostly from an excess of free time (long story short I moved from my home state, away from my friends and family to begin my BSN education, and had ample free time because I didn't know anyone nearby that I could hang out with). I also had an urge to do something that could improve my writing skills, as I never thought myself to be a strong writer and would be back in college doing a lot of well, writing! (Still, after 4 months into blogging, it's a work in progress. But let's be honest.. isn't life a continuous work in progress anyway?). 
But having friends like all of you has been such encouragement that I felt I needed to say THANK YOU! Thank you a thousand times! <3 <3

Speaking of a thousand, I just hit over my 1,000 follower mark on Instagram (say whaaat?!). Also worth mentioning is that this blog is read in over 75 geographical locations (wowzers!). Not only have I made so many wonderful friends across the States (JessicaSara Lily, Serli, Rachel, Becca, Daisy, Jillian --all linked so be sure to check out their blogs--), but have friends from countries such as the U.K. (Hi Gabrielle!), Italy, South Africa (Hey Candice!), Germany, Russia, Canada (Hi Rebecca!), Thailand (Hey Kintan!), the Philippines, and countless countless others! 

I also have two really awesome girls who guest blog on here every week (Click here to see all Tilly Style Tuesday posts, and be sure to stop by their blog as well!). They are just total sweethearts with great style and it's been awesome having them here!

The amount of support and kindness I have received honestly has me completely blown away and I wish I could individually thank each and every one of you, including all of my instagram friends. (I would if I could but that would take days, and nursing school keeps me super busy! Plus, I know none of you would want to see me fail because of that. I did link up some of my most loyal blogging friends above though, so stop over at their pages and say hello!). 

I could probably keep on going here, but it's getting late and I need to get to bed. Tomorrow is halloween, I have a full day of classes, AND I need a good nights rest so I can keep up with trick or treating with my favorite little man! Isn't he the most adorable little monkey nephew?

I hope you all have a safe and happy halloween weekend. I can't wait to see everyones weekend posts! And once again...

16 comments:

  1. Awwwww I am going to cry right now!!! Thank you so much for the mention!!! :)

    Congrats swty!! Well deserved for sure

    Candice | Beauty Candy Loves
    xoxo

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    1. TY! Glad to be blogging buddies! You are such a sweet gal! :)

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  2. Dammit, who cut an onion? You're so adorable and sweet! I love that we connected virtually as well! I also feel the same way about friends. My friends IRL make fun of me and don't get it, but I have definitely connected with some people via bogging or Instagram and consider them to be actual friends! It's a little community!

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    1. I agree! I've met so many awesome people this year through blogging, so it made transitioning to a new place where I didn't know anyone a bit of a smoother transition because of all my "virtual friends" lol. Such a small community, you're absolutely right!

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  3. Okay, this has completely and utterly MADE my day - you're such a sweetheart, Amanda! I want to give you a massive hug right now!! :) Congratulations on reaching over 1,000 followers on Instagram and I'm so glad that your mum inspired you to start blogging because it's meant that I've been able to become friends with you! It took me forever to pluck up the courage to start up a blog, although my mum was super anxious when I decided to show my face on it (she has this idea that showing your face on the internet guarantees imminent death haha).. anyway, thanks a million for both starting a blog and for making my day! Happy Halloween!! :)

    http://aglassofice.blogspot.co.uk

    x

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    1. Hahaha your mom sounds like my mom. I don't think it's as big and scary as people make it to be, but at least she loves you enough to worry! She sounds sweet! ::virtual hug::.
      Thanks for always being so kind and thoughtful!

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  4. Awe what a cute little monkey! I remember my niece dressed up as a monkey on her first Halloween and I LOVE seeing more monkeys walking around... reminds me of her when she was little lol anyways, WOW 1000 followers --- girl, YOU ROCK!! I wish my life/instagram was interesting enough to get that many haha maybe one day ;)

    You are definitely one of the sweetest girls I have met from blogging... your comments are always so sincere and thoughtful! You know, since you have my on your sidebar I would love to have you on my sidebar! Do you have a button that I could use? If not, I can come up with something! Let me know :)

    Hope you had a fun Halloween!

    Jessica
    the.pyreflies.org

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    1. I feel the same about you girly! Always so much thoughtfulness put into what you say<3. I don't have a button, and I'm not quite sure I even know how to get one. (I can google sometime this week or something if you need me too, as long as I'm not too caught up in my studies). But that's such a nice offer! Thank you!! XOXO
      Hope you had a great weekend!

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    2. I'll make you one and email it to you! If you like it I'll go ahead and put it on my sidebar :)

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    3. <33 I'll send you my email! TY!

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  5. Congrats, Amanda--and thanks for the shout out :)

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    1. Thanks Becca! Glad we became blogging buds! :) :)

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  6. Hello there, dear! I've nominated you for the Liebster Award Blog Challenge. I apologize if you've already done it and I missed the post. Check out my blog challenge post for more information..

    ~Dana
    curly hair & high heels

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    1. I have not! So thank you for the nomination! I have a huge test on Wednesday that I am trying to prepare for so I might not get to completing it before then, but as long as that is okay I will definitely participate!
      Thanks again! :) Xo

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  7. Just saw this, Amanda. You are SO sweet! I love that your mom inspired you to blog-- that's so beautiful! Keep it up, friend-- I'm really enjoying your posts :)

    Simplicity Relished

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    1. Thanks, but I think you guys are all the sweet ones! I enjoy your posts as well! Just haven't had the time this past week or so to catch up on anyones blog as I have two major tests this week. Thank goodness for when they are done!

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