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What it means to be a Blogger!


This is a question I have heard way too many times. At first I was a little
embarrassed to even say the word blogger to my family and friends.
A blogger
is someone who runs a blog. I am a blogger. I put my ideas onto my website for
the world to see. I have to be a lot of things to do this. I must be vulnerable, honest, real, open,
accepting, and willing to hear negative feedback.




I am all
of the things above but what really sets me apart is I share the gospel and I am
very open about my relationship with Christ. I think knowing your audience and
you as a person is so important. 
I do not
want to share with my readers someone that I am not.

I do want my friends and family to read my blog. Reading my blog provides me
with amazing opportunities to work with amazing companies and it also gives me
more page views! All of us bloggers strive for more page views! 


Every time you share my posts, you’re connecting me with just one more mama who
may need to hear what I have to say and when
you don’t? Well, imagine all of the connections, opportunities, and chances to
support me that you’re missing


Every time you read my
post, you’re getting a little piece of my heart and sweat and hard work! It
means THE WORLD to me when you read the words I’ve written.
 I
am not perfect. I have flaws. I yell at my kids sometimes. I am lazy at times.
I just want to search Instagram by
myself sometimes uninterrupted. I don’t put the dishes up right after they are
clean. I leave my clean laundry in my closet for days and weeks sometimes. I
sometimes do not want to teach 1st grade. I drive faster than the sign says
some of the time. I rarely eat veggies. I do not read my Bible everyday. One
thing I do know is that I am an imperfect wife and mother who adores my family
and friends. I love to write about my personal experiences. I love supporting
small shops. I love helping others reach their goals. I love speaking truth
into someone’s life. I love sharing the love of Christ with others. 
blog
blรคษก/
noun
1.     
a regularly updated website or web page, typically one run by an
individual or small group, that is written in an informal or conversational
style.

(Thank
you google for this definition.)
This photo was taken at my first blog event that I hosted.
Check out more photos from that event here.



 My blog is a reflection of who I am. I am predominantly a mommy blogger. I also love blogging about fashion and what works for me,  beauty products, children’s products, my faith, my family, and smalls shops. 




I am so proud to be a blogger. At times I feel as though it is frowned upon to be known as a “blogger”  




Blogging has been such an amazing venture for me. I have grown as a person, mother, and wife through it. 



A Blogger is basically someone who can speak life. Someone who can change someone’s day by their words. Someone who can encourage someone through their writing. 


A blogger has ideas, thoughts, and love for others. 


A blogger needs a community of other bloggers to guide, lead, direct, support, and encourage them.


I would not be anywhere in the blogging community without my blogger babes.








Some of my favorite ladies wanted to share with you what being a blogger means to them!



Being a blogger means I get to share and connect with thousands of people all over the world. It’s the opportunity to build a community on similar interests and never feel alone. Blogging has brought me some of my most cherished friendships and connections. Not only is it all that, but it is also a business that grows with time. I never dreamed that something so fun and rewarding personally could be rewarding financially! 
Megan from Meg O. on the Go




A blogger is someone who bridges the gap between the reader and the resource. As a reader, I look online to get help. Either I need a question answered, someone else’s opinion, instructions on how to do something, or inspiration of some kind. MOST of the time, these things are found on a “blog”. As a blogger, I take the time to get the answer, give the opinion, or lay out instructions so the reader doesn’t have to. Through creative composure, a blogger helps find what they are seeking and inspire them to learn more.
Katie from  Twelve and Six






A blogger is someone who shares their creativity, opinions, and emotions in an attempt to inspire others and help others relate. 
Jaclyn from Beauty and the Binky




Being a blogger has
become so much more than I ever could’ve expected. It’s become a sisterhood of
precious girls that I love and can rely on for anything whether blogging or
life related. I love that it’s brought me relationships that I cherish. It
means I have a place to share my walk through motherhood and life in general.
My heart is to encourage, inspire, and bring joy to all who read.
Ashlie from Southern Made Blog 




Reader Interactions

Comments

  2. Love this! Love your blog! I share so many of the same feelings about blogging and I like to know that others can relate to that!

    – Erica
    (www.aimingforaugust.com)

  6. I love being a blogger. What some of the points that were said, it has given me opportunities to meet new people and be able to attend exciting events. Not to mention, it has helped to alleviate some of my shyness.

  8. I can totally relate to being embarrassed about saying that I am a blogger. Sometimes you get that deer in the headlight stare, which is bizarre. But, it satisfies my needs and I am still loving it, so we chug along! Love the post!

  9. This was a great post. Some people out there have no idea all that is involved with being a blogger. You made a lot of wonderful points.

  10. Yes to this! I still get embarrassed when I say I'm a blogger, especially when people ask me why I do sponsored posts. Although I"m more about lifestyle, I really hope God shines whenever I share a faith post!

  15. Love this so much! That's just one thing I adore about you, your honesty! Thanks so much for including me in this post, friend! I'm so thankful for your friendship!

  16. This was fun to read. I only started blogging in January and am still learning the ropes, but it has been such a fun experience. It has really given me purpose. I never realized how many blogs were out there!

  17. This was such a good read, Brittany! I find family/friends just don't take it seriously or think it's ridiculous… they just don't get it.

  23. Love this article and how honest and open you are! You have become a great friend and I cherish all the friends and connections I have made through blogging

  25. Great post Brittany, I love your confessions…mine would have been much longer, LOL! You have a beautiful blog.

  27. Aw, this is was a really sweet, inspiring read! I'm pretty new to blogging, but I too feel like sometimes people think it's a silly thing to do. I've been a little shy to call myself a blogger in real social situations. Thanks for sharing the lovely inspiring words โ€” time for me to work on being proud of doing this!

  30. I love this! Being a blogger is something to be proud of, not something to shy away from. It's such a wonderful community that of course can be negative at times. I suppose that's life! Thanks for sharing this!

  31. Love this so much!!! I feel like now it's more "acceptable" to be a blogger, used to I get weird looks when I would tell people I had my own spot on the Internet. Now people get really excited!

  32. Nailed it! Loved reading this and hearing from the other wonderful ladies too. I feel like a lot of people don't truly understand what "blogging" or why we do it, but I love that you shared with us your "why." ๐Ÿ™‚
    -Linh

  33. I really loved reading this Brittany! Thank you for spreading truth and being bold! Its so encouraging. ๐Ÿ™‚
    -Bonnie
    Beauty and Concrete

  34. I really loved reading this Brittany! Thank you for spreading truth and being bold! Its so encouraging. ๐Ÿ™‚
    -Bonnie
    Beauty and Concrete

  35. Oh I'm so glad to find your blog! I love this post, particularly Meg's comment:
    "Being a blogger means I get to share and connect with thousands of people all over the world. It's the opportunity to build a community on similar interests and never feel alone." I've met so many wonderful people blogging, some of whom have become very good friends. It's comforting to know I'm not alone!

  36. What a great definition of why you blog. I started my blog with one idea in mind then felt fake. I have since changed to show that life – the good and bad – is a blessing. Sharing exactly who you are is what makes people attract to you. And I love the Gospel part myself as well ๐Ÿ™‚

  38. I read this when you first post it, but I am so glad that I reread it again today! Needed to read this today <3

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