Skip to main content

Don't Look Back





Hello, all and Happy New Year. I decided to take a break from blogging for the month of December. With the Christmas hype in full swing, I felt that there was enough going on, to be honest, a lot of blogging was around buying and I did not want to add to the commercialism of it all. I also try my best to balance family, working and blogging. It can all get jumbled up at times and I am finding it is so important to be mindful. For me, December was the perfect time to sit back a bit.



This year is my second year blogging but it feels way longer (but in a really good way). Last year my blog grew in terms of who I met, events I attended, and my blog content. I decided to push myself more in terms of creating new and fresh content, that I felt you the readers would enjoy. It was hard work but I really enjoyed it, visiting wedding venues and bridal shops was a real highlight and it is an element I will continue with this year.

What topped the year off was making the decision to host a workshop it is entitled "Enhance What's Yours". I am extremely proud of it and also blown away from the support we have received from people we have met through our blogging journey. Myself and Roanna from "She's So Dapper" decided to combine the elements of our blogs together. To bring you a super workshop, it is going to be a fantastic day out for all. Our message is "Work wth you have, enhance what is your's ladies because you are fabulous in your own way" I met Roanna through blogging and we clicked straight away. Now we are about to embark on a very special journey together, purchase your tickets here   x


The alternative journey you take leads you to people, places and things that you never would have imagined where possible. It is amazing I also think that positivity and focusing on you is key. Never mind what everyone else is doing around you. Support is vital from your nearest and dearest. My Husband has supported me from the very start and without him, I would not have been able to put all the time into it that I have.

Can it be hard?,yes, Did I feel like giving up? Eh yes, Was I drained from trying to get the balance right, yes. Do I love this crazy world of blogging and social media, you bet I do. Am I ready to take the leap?, ABSOULTLEY.

Love & Sparkle
Mary
xx


Would love a follow on my social media platforms. Facebook |  Instagram  |Twitter | Snapchat | Pinterest





Labels:
Location: Ireland

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Bellingham Castle Wedding Venue

The Entrance  Hello all, this post feature will be the final one for now as part of my wedding venue feature. With this feature the spotlight is on Bellingham Castle which I fell in love with it, of course, each of the venues has charmed me in different ways. As you will see from the pictures the was shining for my  visit which made it extremely easy for me to take pictures of this breathtaking venue. I received a very warm welcome and I was shown around by the lovely Ciara. She explained that herself and Patrick look after the needs of Brides & Grooms. They are on hand for the run up to your big day.  The Castle is, as you would expect, extremely opulent. The Castle was renovated and re-opened in 2014.  There are up to 150 weddings a year here, so you guessed right, it is a highly sought after venue. As always early booking is essential, do not put booking your venue on the ...
3 comments
Read more

Bridal By Nikki Kavanagh

Hi,   I hope you are all keeping well. I want to welcome you   to my first bridal shop feature. This is following on from on the wedding venue feature that I did a few months back. I wanted to do this feature so that I could bring a selection of bridal shops, to you the readers and future brides to be. . (This post is not sponsored)  Show stopper by Benjamin Roberts This post is dedicated to   Bridal By Nikki Kavanagh , if you are a bride to be and you are in the process of planning your wedding, then you most definitely will have   come   across Nikki Kavanagh. Not only does Nikki own a bridal shop, she is also an amazing wedding singer and makeup artist. A woman of many talents, she is one of the most sought after wedding singers. I remember when I was organising our wedding she was the name all brides mentioned as the one to have.   As a wedding blogger, I had fol...
3 comments
Read more

Finally Contouring is getting the push

Anyone else as happy as me to see that contouring is not as popular in the makeup world. I personally could never get used to it. I think it looks amazing in photographers or on a night out when done right. If you prefer a more heavy look. I believe strobing has been around before it was just called highlighting then. So do not be confused!!! For me I prefer a more natural look when it comes to makeup. The whole idea with strobing is that you can see the skin and it is not heavily covered up.  I have been using the Mac Strobe Cream for a few months now. You can also strobe with powder.  Mary-Loumanizer by the Balm Mac Soft and Gentle  What I like about Mac Strobe? It makes the skin look radiant,fresh and healthy (for tired Mammies like me it's a must) It's easily applied. It's a no fuss product, there is no messing with it. It can be worn alone or added after foundation is applied. With some blush you are good to go. ...
13 comments
Read more