Girlfriends

Jun 9, 2014

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I had the best weekend, I hope you did too. On Saturday, I spent the afternoon with two of my besties, Erin & Sabrina! I'm convinced time with friends makes the world a way better place. Right?! My only complaint about our afternoon? Time went by alarmingly fast. The girls got to my place just before four, and poof, it was eight. We talked about so much good stuff those gals & I. Social media, materialism, mother-hood, our spiritual beliefs, and shared a few embarrassing stories which we're all taking to the grave. Erin, I have two words for you!! "Golf course!" Have I said too much?! ;)

The gals gave me some very insightful blogging advice as well. I actually had a candid post on blogging all cued up for this morning, but chickened out. Friday, I'll post it on Friday! So yes, blogging advice, the girls shared their point of view on this crazy thing called "blogging & social media" and it was incredibly refreshing. They pointed out the importance of staying real, being yourself, and to show more than just the "pretty" things in life. As Sabrina pointed out... it's life, not a magazine. Honestly, I couldn't agree more. I'm certainly not perfect, nor do I want to put forth a perfectly curated image of myself. That's never been the heart of who I am. I like seeing the bumps, warts and imperfections in people. It's compelling and interesting. So yeah, blogging has definitley been on my mind lately, and it's my hope to get a little more candid with my posts here. I may share my thoughts with you over the next few weeks, as I explore this topic, and hopefully I won't bore you to tears! I kid, I kid... it will be riveting! ;)

PS - I also wore my rad maxi skirt all weekend long. A few of you have asked where it's from... I bought it at Forever 21. Nab yours here!

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  1. Girlfriends always have the right advice! I need to do more of the "real" on my blog too. Thanks!

    Colour Me Classic

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  2. I agree with @haley, I always put too much of a voice on when I blog, it isn't really me! When I talk about topics I'm passionate about then the real me comes through but when I'm showing what I've been up to the standard lifestyle blog voice comes out!
    Lovely post, am so so intrigued about what golf course means!! xxx
    Lucy @ la-lingua.blogspot.com

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  3. Hahahaha - my secret is safe with you two ;) Such a good night! Your voice is a good one, can't wait to see what you have to say on Friday. Xoxoxo

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  4. Okay, me too, I can definitley fall into the trap of putting on a "voice!" Sometimes, it's really hard to get past... if I don't stay conscious, glad to know I'm not alone on this! <3 Happiest week ahead! xoxo

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  5. love this idea! :) it's important to convey life with all its beautiful imperfections

    ladies in navy

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  6. So true, blogging isn't a magazine it's a personalized journal of someones life style. Such cute photos, life without friends would be impossible!

    http://abeautifulheart07.blogspot.com/2014/06/not-all-who-wander-are-lost.html

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  7. I think it's so cool that your girlfriends read your blog. To my knowledge, not many of my family or friends do (or if they do they don't comment).

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  8. You gals are just the cutest! But it is crazy how time just flies when girls get together at your place... one minute people are arriving, next thing you know four hours have gone by! It sounds like you filled them in the most worthwhile way, though. And as for that post, I completely understand about chickening out but... I'm looking forward to Friday :)
    xox,
    Cee

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  9. sounds like an amazing time with your girls! Time always flies when your having fun!

    xo Jessica

    www.NewlyLoved.com

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  10. I sometimes find it challenging as well to write about the not-so-good health stuff that I'm dealing with right now, dear Veronika...after all, the focus of my own blog is "personal style!!" But since my issues affect what's going on with my outfit choices, I feel I owe it to my readers to share a little of the behind-the-scenes story, too!! By the way...your photos with your two besties are adorable!! XO


    www.StyleIsMyPudding.com

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  11. Sounds like you've got yourself a solid group of girlfriends :)
    Also, looking forward to your future blog posts! I prefer real life to the magazines anyway ;) It makes you so much more relatable too!

    The Dragonfruit Diaries

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  12. couldn't agree more :) looking forward to the blog post! and such lovely pictures of you girls :)
    xo, cheyenne

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  13. I know, right?! Same for us. I was so sad when you & Lynn left. Not enough time... we were just getting started! Ha, maybe a blogger sleep over will be our next adventure! ;) Hope your Tuesday is lovely despite all this rain. Ugh! xo

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  14. Jenna, glad you agree! :) I still want to post outfit photos but would really love to start having "By The Shore" feel more like a personalized journal. Excited to see what the future brings... and your blog is such a lovely example of heartfelt writing!! <3

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  15. Lovey, thank you! Glad the post resonated with you... and your blog is absolutely lovely by the way. I'm a huge fan!! Happiest week ahead! xo

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  16. nothing better than girlfriend time :)


    oh, and i can't wait to read your post on blogging x

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  17. Oh my goodness, these photos are some of the cutest ever! Sounds like you had such a great time with friends--you definitely need nights like that every once in a while. I hope we get to read that honest post soon!


    xo Amy
    www.urbanfrill.com

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  18. so sweet. i can relate to this in so many ways! beautiful blog, girl!
    xx
    http://petalandplume.blogspot.ca/

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  19. I can't wait to read your post about blogging dear, i'm still learning a lot and slowly making my little way into the "blogging community" so i'm sure i'll be really inspired about your point of vue!
    Hope you're having a great week lovely!
    xoxo

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  20. Yes i agree with you, I love seeing outfit posts, just as much as i do posting them on my own blog, but i think the perks to blogging is being able to get to know other people and their lifestyle and making new friends! Awh thanks Veronika, I really appreciate your support though my blog, <3

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