How cool is it to be nominated for a Blogger Recognition Award! I was so surprised that I was nominated.  Much gratitude to michelleonyourside to nominate me. As I read the nomination I realized how much time and effort was put into it. I really appreciate the time michelleonyourside puts into her blog. If you have a few minutes please stop by and enjoy! She helps you make sense out of healthcare.

The Rules

-Thanks to the blogger that nominated you.
-Write a post to show your award.
-Give a brief story of how your blog started.
-Give two pieces of advice to new bloggers.
-Select 15 other bloggers you want to give this award to.
-Comment on each blog and let them know you have nominated them and provide the link to the post you created.

My Why

I was a business analyst at a major aerospace corporation several years ago, then a stay-at-home mom for over 14 years.  When I got divorced, I worked temporary jobs then landed an Assistant Property Manager position. When I was laid off,  I had time to reflect.  I also had digestive issues (acid reflux).  I took several medications; however, none of them helped my reflux.  I looked into taking a holistic approach.  That is when I enrolled in the Institute for Integrative Nutrition where I learned about several dietary theories and applied some of them to my life. After graduating from IIN, I became a Certified Holistic Health Coach. I created my blog to share with others what I learned and my goal is that the content on my blog would help others and make a difference in their lives.

My Advise to the New Blogger

First, blog about what you love. When you blog about what you love, your content will come more easily.

Second, I learned that when you first began blogging, it is important to be consistent.  When I first started my blog, I was very inconsistent and life got in the way.  There were periods of time that I didn’t have time to blog.  Earlier this year, I took a stand, and decided to commit to blogging at least once a week.  However, I found that I wasn’t getting any followers.  So, I started blogging every day. It takes time to get started, so be patient and have fun.

Blogger Recognition Nominations

Forever Green Mom – Kim is one of my all-time favorite bloggers.  I’ve followed her blog for years and I met her before Facebook was big.  We were both members of the same Yahoo group. Her blog covers health/wellness, going green, home/garden, recipes, and family.

The Wacky Spoon – I love receiving her emails. Her blog is about fresh and flavorful meals made at home.  She embraces the farm-to-table movement.  She shares her passion with all of us.

Leslie Nichole – Leslie has a lifestyle blog where she shares self care, recipes, and lifestyle tips.

Ellen Travelling Kitchen – Ellen Travelling Kitchen is a travel and food blog.  She has awesome recipes on the blog.

Little Vintage Nest – This is one of my favorite blogs. I love her posts about home decor.

Spiritual Life Designs – Life Coach Dawn Brierley’s blog is about inspiring others to design a life their way.

Natalia Nowell – Natalia is a just a gal on a mission to living her best life by helping others with posts about handling stress, self-improvement, and self-care.

Ladies Make Money – They help guide ladies on how to monetize their blog, suggestions on how to make money, and they have other monetary tips.

All the Frugal Ladies – This blog has a ton of resourceful information ranging from tips on living a frugal lifestyle to tips on finance, business, career, and education.

I Love Vegan – This blog is your go-to for vegan recipes.

Passionately Raw –  If you’re a raw foodie, you will love this blog.  It is all about raw…juicing, detoxing, etc.

Heart of a Baker – I love this vegan and travel blog.  She has tons of yummy vegan recipes and tips for eating vegan while traveling!

My Sweet Keto – My Sweet Keto was started by a couple. Their blog has useful information on living a keto lifestyle: nutrition, fitness, and wellbeing. And they share keto and low-carb desserts!

Notamodel – This is one of the most popular lifestyle blogs. Love Marina’s blog! Your go-to for fashion tips! You don’t need to be a model to look good! She also has tips for starting your own blog that gets attention.

Over 50 Feeling 40 – Fashion tips for women over 50 feeling fabulous!

Thanks again Michelle!

Have a great day!

Shaline