21/02/2016

This Little Blog Of Mine...


Today's post is going to be a little different to my usual plethora of beauty and fashion. Ever since starting blogging I've been amazing at how lovely this community of like minded people are and just how much it has changed my life. I've been blogging now for eight months and even though it feels like just yesterday that I started I'm hoping that I've learned a few things and made some friends along the way! 

The Theme

When I first started blogging I was so in awe of the amazing range of blogs out there. Girls with beautiful websites that had me swooning... perfectly lit photography... Well you get the picture. Of course when I was starting out, I had no idea how to use blogger - it all seemed soooo confusing - and even less of an idea of how to start designing my blog. But over time I managed to add a little CSS here and there, jazz up my images and try to create something that was both girly and professional looking.

Of course, being an amateur I didn't really know what I was doing and eventually decided to look into  buying a blog theme. This was definitely the best thing I ever could have done and I'm so happy with the aesthetic and design. If you're looking into buying a design yourself; Etsy has some gorgeous ones for both Blogger and Wordpress with many at reasonable prices. 

I also think my photography and editing skills have improved massively over the past few months. Now, I'm trying to only put out content that I'm truly happy with, instead of posting for the sake of posting. 

The People

Often when I'm on Twitter, I see so many people complaining about how bitchy the blogging community is. In fact I used to follow this girl (won't name names) who constantly complained about 'drama' and how she was being 'bullied' by other bloggers, when she was the one constantly stirring up trouble and making mean remarks. Naturally I couldn't deal with that kind of negativity and unfollowed her. But personally I've never had anyone say anything rude or nasty to me - in fact the majority of the blogger girls seem far nicer than anyone I know in real life! 

Of course now seems the perfect time to mention my girl Lisa whose blog is incredible (go read it now!) and whose photography is so good it literally makes me want to cry. One day we'll own Valentino's and be slaying it down the sidewalks in LA ;) 

I feel like with blogging, as long as you spread positivity and don't create stupid drama on the internet then anyone who's mean to you has no reason to be. Of course we can't help the odd hater, but haters gonna hate, am I right ladies?! 

Dear Readers

You honestly don't know just how much having you all here on my blog has changed my life for the better. I'd been playing around with the idea of starting a blog / YouTube for about 4 years before I actually did it, and my gosh, am I glad I did. Back in June when Life According to Lily was born I was still intending to go to university in September (you can read all about why I'm not: here) and frankly I think without having this as a creative outlet these past few months I would have become depressed. And I don't use that term lightly. I'm someone who thrives on interesting and challenging things and even though A Levels were horrendous I was still happier doing them than I am now, working as a shop assistant. The monotony absolutely kills me, (only five months left, thank you Jesus!) and I've lost so many friends to university, so without my blog I really don't know where I'd be. So thank you, for commenting and reading and being absolutely incredible human beings! 



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  1. Aw Lily, this has made me smile so much, yes one day we will be slaying down the LA sidewalks living the DREAM (you will the Givenchy Antigona & me with a black YSL of course)!! :D xxx

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    1. Of course ;) wouldn't have it any other way! It's going to be fabulous haha :D xxx

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  2. This is so lovely! I love reading about people's blogging experiences, they are always so different and I am so with you on the content that makes you happy. Sometimes I don't feel like ranting about foundation and just like a chit chat post to write and that's what makes blogging so lovely :) The blogging community is one that is so much more supportive than I ever thought it would be which makes me really happy :) xx

    www.iridescentplaces.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. I completely agree! I feel like the people who create drama are the ones always complaining lol! And yessss, I love writing chitchat posts too! Xx

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  3. I've always thought about purchasing a blog template but never bought myself to do it; yours is gorgeous though I love it!
    www.charlottespicks.com

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    1. I would highly recommend it! It doesn't have to be expensive and it improves the aesthetic soooo much!! I have no regrets with mine, still love it even after 3 months! Xx

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  4. This is such a cute post and made me smile a lot! Blogging is a great experience and it's amazing the amount of positivity and confidence that comes with it! I think that I'm going to buy a blog theme soon - so many of them look so lovely and easy to navigate!

    Jemima x
    anotherrantingreader.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Aww thank you lovely! And it's so true, without blogging I don't know what I'd do with my time! Xx

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  5. Loved reading through this little post.. I agree about the blogging community.. I haven't experienced any real negativity or bitchiness so far anyways.. everybody seems so lovely and supportive! xx

    Ciara Rose | www.ciara-rose.com

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    1. I know!! Don't understand how so many people find so much drama haha xx

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  6. I totally agree - starting a blog was the best decision I could have made too & I'm so glad I did :) Also, there really are such lovely people in the blogging community and seeing the support bloggers give each other makes me so so happy x I'm glad to hear your blog has such a positive impact on your life, keep doing your thing!

    Sara / aboutlittlethiings.blogspot.com

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    1. Same! I've met so many lovely people through blogging and everyone is seriously so lovely! Like, I see hate on YouTubers videos all the time, but no where near as much in the blogosphere - even for like super popular blogs!! xx

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