Integrity and Being True To My Blog…


1. With all the blogging events out there how do you determine which ones to participate in and which ones to avoid?

I have not joined a lot of blogging events. My first event was 30 for 30. I joined because it intrigued me and felt like a challenge. I see quite a few events out there; but I can’t join them all and I won’t because I don’t want to spread myself thin. Also, if I can’t do my 100% best, it is not a good fit for me at that point in time.

2. Be honest, have you ever jumped on the bandwagon of some blogging movement/event for the wrong reasons? How did that turn out?

No, truthfully I have only been blogging since August of 2009. I didn’t know what a blogging event was until last year. When I started blogging I was trying to find my voice. I didn’t post regularly and didn’t know that there was a big fashion blogging community out there in cyberworld.   30 for 30 what is that?

3. How do you give your own flair to a blog event while still maintaining the general mission and purpose?

I keep it real, what you see is what you get, like it or not. I’m not going to put on something or say something that I don’t believe in.  It’s great to have readers and I have to be true to them because my reputation is out there.

4. When determining the best content for your blog what criterion do you keep in mind?

 

Determining Best Content

-I’m I discussing this because I want to try to get more readers or because I really love this particular subject?

-Can I do this topic justice?

-Do I even like this fashion designer’s line? What angle will I take on this topic?

-Her blog looks awesome should I try to get mine to look like that for inspiration? Inspiration not try to look just like someone else’s blog.

– This blog is to build people up and give good information that they can use for life.

-Integrity- sticking to what I believe in.

5. While everything will not suit your blog, how do you try and support your fellow bloggers who are participating in something worthwhile but not your style?

I will comment, comment, and comment.  Or if they are running for some contest I will vote for them.  I don’t have to be a part of a particular event or contest to offer my support.

I go through the cool long list now of bloggers on FBFF and try to give as many relevant comments on at least seven or more. If I happen to see a blogger link that I’m not familiar with that does not have any comments on her post, I will offer my support that way by commenting on her blog.

Sometimes I wish I could get to all one hundred and whatever on Friend Friday to leave a comment. I know that’s not possible, but I make sure that each Friend Friday I make it a goal to  give support to my FBFF readers whom frequently comment on my blog, but I also make it a point to find a blog or two that doesn’t have any comments because I can show my support that way.

Please check out Katy Rose at ModlyChic to check out other lovely links on this Friend Friday topic.

GO RED! Day Four

GO RED!

GO RED!

Ornamental Belt

Natural stone ring & coin bracelet

I wearing Red for Heart Health Awareness today. Gotta love it! I will post more pictures of the detail and the jewelry later tonight because I didn’t get the chance to do it last night. It’s been so cold here that I have been taking pics in my living room. Oh well, I will share some snow pictures soon.
I must say I am loving all these fruit and vegetables that I have been eating; and working out has been such an energy booster. We must take care of ourselves inside and out. If the inside doesn’t feel good, the outside will follow the same feeling.

Thirty for Thirty: Day Three

Vinny, Gio and Me

Day Three

Just because it’s winter, cold and snowy doesn’t mean you can’t have color.  I love color all year long because it brings a smile to my face especially when I am wearing it. Pink and Light blue look good on every complexion so add some color to your wardrobe if you’ve been stuck in black and gray this season.  You will be amazed at how good color makes you feel.

Thirty for Thirty: Day Three

Sweater – Macy’s
Flower – disected from a  tweed jacket
Pants – Terry Lewis
shoes – Wild Diva

Accessories
Earrings – Museum Shop
Watch – Eclissi
Bracelet – Cameo by M&M Scaglimileo
Bracelet – Pearl necklace wrapped around and made into a bracelet.
Handbag – Miss Tina
Kingman Turquoise ring – Studio Barse

Thirty for Thirty: Day Two

Thirty for Thirty: Day 2

Stainless Steel cuff

Thirty for Thirty: Day two

The weather brought a lot of sleet, ice and snow.  Very slippery in our neighborhood so it was a good thing to stay in.

The word for today is effortless.  It didn’t take a lot for me to put this outfit together. I love the preppy chicness of it all.

I am really sleepy tonight so here is a list of the items I am wearing.

Day Two

Pink Turtleneck- Macy’s
Argyle Sweater – Believe it or not I got this at Sam’s – Love it!
Pants – Macy’s
Black Trouser socks
Shoes- Etienne Aigner

Accessories
Purse – Coach
Stainless Steel cuff
Earrings – Museum Shop
Stainless Steel watch
Charm Bracelet
Necklaces- Stainless Steel and Coin Pendant

One of pictures has my doggie in it and if you notice he has his new argyle sweater on that hubby and I  recently saw  on sale at PetSmart.  We had to get his little  big brother a matching sweater.

Day One:Thirty for Thirty

Loving The Pink!

Loving The Pink!

This was suppose to be my Day One: Thirty for Thirty outfit, however I had a day off due to the frozen rain and sleet with possible snow. Well anyway I am loving the pink. This color is also the 2011 Pantone color of the year. Pink or bright fuchsia known as honeysuckle is everywhere from fashion to home furnishings.

I love how the pink in this sweater lights up my complexion and accentuates the whole outfit. Having one piece of your outfit with a burst of color whether it’s a blouse, sweater or scarf can make a world of difference because it can make you look more youthful because it adds that additional pop.

Thirty for Thirty Day One

Turtleneck Sweater – Macy’s
Pants- Jones New York
Boots – Aerosoles

Accessories
Eyeglasses – Chanel
Bracelet – Charming Charlies
Turquoise Ring – Studio Barse
Scarf – Gift
Necklace – bought from a Charity event
Earrings – Museum Shop
Watch – Eclissi
Bracelets – New Mexico Jewelry Vendor
Handbag – Kathy Van Zeeland

Add a pop of color today!

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