Happy 6th Blogiversary!

Happy Blog Anniversary to this  space!

Hard to believe I’ve been at
this for 6 years. Sometimes were off and on, sometimes it was easy to keep up
with than others, but, in all, I am glad I stuck to it.
A lot has definitely happened in
the 6 years. Gosh, let’s play a rewind. 

So when I Started the blog back in
2012, I was newly married, had just relocated to New Jersey, I was seeking a
new job, so I had plenty of time on my hands. Simple, easy life, right!? 

 Fast forward to now, I have
celebrated 6 years of married, relocated to North Carolina, became a first time
home owner, have two beautiful kids and started a business (EliFab) just to
name of few of the major life changes since then. 

Through it all, this blog has
been there every step of the way as a venue I used to document all those major
life events.
To be honest with you, sometimes
I go through the blog and read my stuff, it’s like a personal journal.
Especially with things that relates to the kids, like my Letters to Eliana and
Letters to Emmanuel. If not that I captured those here, I wouldn’t have anything
this detailed to remind me of those phases of life. Except for pictures and my
memory, which may or may not be failing me on some days.

In a way, the blog is therapeutic
for me as well. It is one of my outlet and form of relaxation (I know, weird).
I love blogging, I love sharing and inspiring people, even if it is just one person.
Whether it is a style inspiration, or providing tried and tested tips, or sharing
my experiences as  I venture through life
changes or even inspire you to try and new recipe (I know, I plan to do better
on my Food section), there is a sense of satisfaction / accomplishment that I get
from that.

So, to all that have reached
out to ask a question or provide feedback, thank you!

To all that have supported by
following, liking, commenting, thank you!

To my friends and family for
supporting and encouraging me through the years, thank you!

To my hubby and kids, thank
you, thank you, and thank you! Because, time spent blogging, shooting or brain
storming is time spent away from you. So, thank you!

I know the blogging world
today is worlds apart from 6 years ago when I started but I want to be able to
share at my own pace and still enjoy doing it. I love and enjoy doing this, so
I don’t want it to ever feel like a chore / job. When life gets hectic and crazy,
which it does for time to time and I need a breather, I want to be able to step
away and not feel forced to keep up the pace. 

I love that I’ve been able to do
that and hope to continue.
With that said, do I have
hopes and aspiration to grow the blog, to make it bigger and better, yes! But,
not at the expense of the joy I find in doing it today. 

So, with that, I choose
to grow slowly and at the pace that fits my lifestyle. I choose to stay authentic
to who I am and to continue to share and provide content that you can relate
to. 

I know this post is already extra-long,
but allow me to share a few tips I’ve learned over the years.

Don’t ever think you’re too
small or irrelevant to make a difference or inspire someone. You never know who
is following / watching.

Unless blogging pays your
bills, when it feels forced, step away. Even still. The content you create in
that times will read “forced”.

While it is all fun, it
requires time and commitment to some extent. 

There is more to the rewards of
blogging than just the monetary returns. 
Don’t get me wrong, money is good, but there’s more. 

Even if just blogging for fun,
always aspire to grow, improve and be better.

Stay true to yourself.
Opportunities might come that doesn’t fit your blog aesthetic, you don’t have
to say yes. Your readers know what you’re about.

Enjoy it! Love what you do.

Have fun doing it! 

Alright, let’s see what this
year has in store! (Some major changes on the horizon, will be sharing soon).

Lot of love!

Dress: Asos (similar here & here)

Shoes: Asos

Clutch: Asos (sold out, similar here, here & here)