Running a blog is likely to be somewhat old-school nowadays, however I can’t assist myself—I simply adore it! Individuals are all the time baffled at the concept I nonetheless put pen to paper and put up right here weekly however I don’t see that altering anytime quickly. Sharing life’s ups, downs, and all of the in-betweens right here seems like chatting with associates over espresso [or maybe wine, let’s be honest]. Plus, it’s the right mixture of staying related, getting inventive, and sneaking in some free writing remedy as nicely.
So, earlier than we dive right into a contemporary new yr, let’s hit rewind and have a good time 2024 with a roundup of my prime learn weblog posts! I did a deep dive into all of the analytics [yes I LOVE doing that from time to time] to see what you liked most and what resonated with you, the viewers at massive! From fashion tricks to particular moments, these prime 10 posts introduced all of the enjoyable, feels and fabulous vibes. I hope a few of these can act as a useful useful resource for those who determine to bookmark them, too! Let’s relive the highlights collectively:
Coming in at quantity 10, I gave you all a peek backstage of my life as a full-on dance mother on this Q&A session. With competitors season about to kick off in lower than a month, I mirrored on how issues have modified since my first dance mother debrief again in 2022. It was so enjoyable to share the highs, the hustle, and the updates with you all—as a result of truthfully, being a part of this world is a rollercoaster I wouldn’t commerce for something and I’m so grateful each my ladies are attending to do what they love and I get one of the best seat in the home proper alongside them.
This one was a very long time coming after my 16-year running a blog anniversary again in April [showing my age here aren’t I??!]!! You all submitted so many wonderful questions + narrowing it down to only 16 was no simple job. I needed to reply one query for every year of running a blog, and it become such a enjoyable reflection on this unimaginable journey of what my life has appeared like right here in my little slice of day by day happies. From classes realized to humorous moments, it was a blast trying again and sharing with you all!
One other most requested roundup… all issues SELF TANNING!!! In the event you’ve ever puzzled how one can obtain that good bronzed glow with out the solar injury, this put up has all the main points. It’s no secret I’m all about Loving Tan—it provides one of the best fake glow with pure elements and works its magic in simply 2 hours [or overnight, if you’re feeling patient!]. After all, I can’t neglect about my go-to spray tan gal, Wendy at Sprayed Nash, however for individuals who aren’t native, I shared my full at-home routine so you will get that goddess glow anytime. It’s my tried-and-true course of that’s simple to observe and all the time leaves me bronzed and feeling my greatest.
I’m giving myself somewhat excessive 5 as a result of I truly hit my aim of studying one e-book a month this yr [definitely a small goal, but a win is a win and we will take it]. There’s one thing about unwinding with a superb e-book earlier than mattress that helps me sleep higher and disconnect from the hustle of on a regular basis life. No e-readers for me—I’m all concerning the conventional, paper-and-ink model = and sure, I’m quaint in that means!! On this put up, I shared a roundup of the books I’ve cherished and possibly just a few value passing, together with my ideas and rankings for every. One in every of my targets in 2025 I’ll take about quickly is to maintain my studying nightly going so I can get away from as a lot know-how, so I’ll let you understand how that goes!
Coming in at quantity six is my prime journey picks! Like I stated, I like to consider myself as a seasoned traveler = I’ve perfected the artwork of what to carry together with me, however let’s be sincere… retaining it to a carryon is one thing I’ll by no means obtain and I’ve made peace with that. This weblog shares with you all my journey picks and tips that I merely cannot go away house with out! In the event you haven’t learn it earlier than, be sure to test it out earlier than your subsequent getaway.
Virtually a yr in the past, I began a collection diving deep into my health + well being journey, sparked by your overwhelming curiosity and lots of questions on Instagram. Reflecting on that first put up, I’m nonetheless so grateful for the way it grew to become an area to share ideas, experiences and many encouragement for residing a extra lively, balanced life. Revisiting it now, I’m reminded of how a lot this journey has formed my on a regular basis routines and impressed significant conversations with this group and hopefully serves as a information on small modifications you can also make for a more healthy, happier YOU too.
This collection of month-to-month weblog posts has immediately turn out to be a fan favourite for you AS WELL AS for me and I’m thrilled to see these colour scorching hue inspiration posts have resonated with methods to include seasonal colours into your wardrobe!! Living proof, this previous month… y’all completely cherished my winter white colour crush roundup, and it’s simple to see why! From cozy knits to stylish, icy-inspired equipment, this frosty hue introduced all of the wintry vibes = it had us all feeling fabulous and is an iconic tone everybody can pay attention to to put on again and again with the last word sophistication issue. Keep tuned for brand spanking new colour crushes to debut in 2025!!
One other useful Q&A… I see a sample right here!!! Earlier this yr, I shared all the main points about my well being and wellness journey, and y’all actually confirmed up with a lot love and curiosity = issues I’m all the time joyful to reply. From recommendations on constructing a routine to celebrating these small however mighty wins, it was wonderful to see what number of of you related with my story and hopefully challenged you to some contemporary new concepts besides! Sharing my journey felt like a giant hug from each one in every of you and it’s been a favourite spotlight of 2024 for positive!
Coming in scorching at quantity two, it’s one in every of my private favorites: Carson’s tween bed room reveal—the one we all couldn’t cease swooning over! This colourful transformation struck the right steadiness between her love for neutrals [how is she even related to me?!?!] and the colourful pops of colour that make our joyful house shine and stand out from the remaining. I cherished seeing this energetic, personality-packed area come to life simply as a lot as you probably did—and I can’t wait to sort out some new house renovation tasks in 2025… together with the playroom, Jeff’s workplace and the ladies’ bogs!
Taking the highest spot as a private favourite [and everyone else’s] was my most heartfelt put up, 9 Issues I Need My Center Faculty Women to Know. Fingers down, this was by far essentially the most learn weblog put up from 2024… over 1 million views which is INSANE!!! Writing to my ladies has all the time been my love language and sharing these life classes with all of you felt additional particular. Seeing how a lot this put up resonated jogged my memory why I nonetheless adore pouring my coronary heart into these blogs—it’s all about connection, encouragement and leaving somewhat legacy for those we love most.
What a enjoyable journey down reminiscence lane… a lot enjoyable trying again on what you liked most which 100% helps me pay attention to what to publish right here on the weblog in 2025!! Extra Q&A periods, extra house inspiration, a lot of useful what to put on/how one can pack/and so on posts and all of the day by day happies that make life higher and brighter. From the underside of my coronary heart, THANK YOU for being right here = for strolling alongside me by means of this area and for making this attainable… my coronary heart is full! OXOX
