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3 Steps to a Personal Mission Statement

July 28, 2016 by Abby

Whether you’re a mom, a blogger, a wife, or all or none of the above, you can ditch that overloaded to-do list and follow these 3 steps to a personal mission statement.

I’m taking a short blogging break to soak up time with my sweet newborn baby. Things won’t be silent around here, though; I’ve got some awesome bloggers lined up to step in and share some great content. Today, Angela from Setting My Intention is here talking about creating a personal mission statement.

If you’re anything like me, you like to write to-do lists – and even better, you like to cross off items on your to-do list. It’s satisfying knowing that you’ve completed a number of items that needed to get done. If you’re a mom, a wife, a business owner, or any combination of these and other roles, the list could go on and on and on.

Whether you're a mom, a blogger, a wife, or all or none of the above, you can ditch that overloaded to-do list and learn how to write a priority-based mission statement.

Recently though, I’ve had a change of heart in terms of what should be on my to-do list. I’ve taken a step back to write down what my highest priorities are in this current season of life. Taking the time to thoughtfully write these priorities down has changed my lists and how I use my time. This step by step guide on goal planning with intention and purpose has helped me create a personal mission statement for the first time.

3 Steps to a Personal Mission Statement

Step 1: Write down all of your current roles. Now pick the top 5.

My priorities in this current season are:

  • Jesus
  • My husband and our marriage
  • My Children
  • Wellness
  • Blogging

I value other things, of course, like friendships, service, and maintaining my home, but they aren’t the most important priorities during this current season.

This exercise helped me realize that my priorities are currently skewed. Based on how I currently spend my time, blogging and building up my business are at the top of my priority list instead of my most important relationships.

  • Take a minute to write down what your main roles are.
  • List them in order of priority.
  • What are you top 3-5?

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Filed Under: blogging, life — Tagged With: blogging, guest post, life, self-improvement

3 things I learned from my first year blogging

July 21, 2016 by Abby

Blogging is hard, and there’s a lot of conflicting advice out there. Here are 3 things I learned from my first year blogging.

I’m taking a short blogging break to soak up time with my sweet newborn baby. Things won’t be silent around here, though; I’ve got some awesome bloggers lined up to step in and share some great content. Today, Reeve from Girl on the Verge is here to talk about one of my favorite topics, blogging.

Blogging is hard, and there's a lot of conflicting advice out there. Here are 3 things I learned in my first year blogging.

3 things I learned from my first year blogging

  • Don’t start blogging to make money

    When I first began blogging, it was more of a way to showcase my writing for future employers and get noticed online, than it was about my joy of writing. I struggled to know what to write and would sit staring at my laptop, unsure how to begin a post. Because my standards were so high and lofty (let’s be honest), I was petrified that I would write something that wasn’t perfect and didn’t showcase my best work. I created my blog and immediately wanted to have hundreds of followers, “top post” analytics, and a thriving commenting community. After a month, I realized that if I really wanted to write and create a community from my blog then I would have to put aside perfection and just be me. My blog posts changed from trying to be professional and put-together, to real, vulnerable, and uniquely me. And – that’s when the comments and community began to form.

    DO: Start a blog because you love to write or you love fashion or ____ and you are so passionate about it that you will continue to enjoy creating blog posts for YOU, not for readers or popularity.

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Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, blogging tips, guest post

The Alder Collective Link Party No. 34

June 28, 2016 by Abby

There will be no link party next week, July 5. Enjoy the long weekend and Happy Independence Day!

The Alder Collective Link Party

Welcome to The Alder Collective Link Party! We’re so happy you stopped by to show off your stuff. A friendly reminder before we jump into the party: make sure you’re visiting at least as many posts as you’re linking up. This party is no fun if you don’t see traffic and comments from it. Now check out what your hosts have been up to this week:

The Alder Collective Link Party

Clockwise from top left:

Quick & Easy 4th of July Wreath in 15 Minutes from Lisa at Life on Merlin
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Napa & Sonoma in Two Days from Currently, Kelsie
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5 Tray Play Ideas with Mother Goose Time from Cristi at The Keeper of the Memories
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Strawberry Crumb Bars from Abby at Winstead Wandering
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Each week we pin every link to the Alder Collective Link Party Pinterest board, where it will be seen by thousands of people. Here are our favorite links from last week’s party:

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Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, link party

The Alder Collective Link Party No. 33

June 21, 2016 by Abby

Are you following me on Twitter? Each week, I share some of my favorite links from the most recent Alder Collective Link Party.

The Alder Collective Link Party

Welcome to The Alder Collective Link Party! We’re so happy you stopped by to show off your stuff. A friendly reminder before we jump into the party: make sure you’re visiting at least as many posts as you’re linking up. This party is no fun if you don’t see traffic and comments from it. Now check out what your hosts have been up to this week:

 

The Alder Collective Link Party

Clockwise from top left:

Summer Bunting Printable from Lisa at Life on Merlin
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5 Things that Surprised Me about Marriage from Currently, Kelsie
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Our Tot School Days with Mother Goose: C is for Camel from Cristi at The Keeper of the Memories
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Easy Taco Casserole from Abby at Winstead Wandering
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Each week we pin every link to the Alder Collective Link Party Pinterest board, where it will be seen by thousands of people. Here are our favorite links from last week’s party:

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Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, link party

The Alder Collective Link Party No. 32

June 14, 2016 by Abby

How was your week? We’re wrapping up our time in Oregon, and I shared about the anxiety after miscarriage I’ve been experiencing.

Are you following me on Twitter? Each week, I share some of my favorite links from the most recent Alder Collective Link Party.

The Alder Collective Link Party

Welcome to The Alder Collective Link Party! We’re so happy you stopped by to show off your stuff. A friendly reminder before we jump into the party: make sure you’re visiting at least as many posts as you’re linking up. This party is no fun if you don’t see traffic and comments from it. Now check out what your hosts have been up to this week:

The Alder Collective Link Party

 

Clockwise from top left:

10 Awesome Muhammad Ali Quotes- Free Printable from Lisa at Life on Merlin
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How the Ks Came to Be: The Story of Us from Currently, Kelsie
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3 Secrets for Organizing Your Creative Space from Cristi at The Keeper of the Memories
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Fresh Salmon Cakes with Balsamic Sauce from Abby at Winstead Wandering
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Each week we pin every link to the Alder Collective Link Party Pinterest board, where it will be seen by thousands of people. Here are our favorite links from last week’s party:

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Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, link party

The Alder Collective Link Party No. 31

June 7, 2016 by Abby

Hello, bloggers! Welcome to party number 31. I’ve been busy enjoying time with family in my Oregon hometown (follow me on Instagram to see all our adventures), but I still found time to put together this Star Wars Father’s Day gift guide, as we all to share recipes for our favorite easy waffles and a mouthwatering strawberry buttercream frosting.

How is your summer going?

Are you following me on Twitter? Each week, I share some of my favorite links from the most recent Alder Collective Link Party.

The Alder Collective Link Party

Welcome to The Alder Collective Link Party! We’re so happy you stopped by to show off your stuff. A friendly reminder before we jump into the party: make sure you’re visiting at least as many posts as you’re linking up. This party is no fun if you don’t see traffic and comments from it. Now check out what your hosts have been up to this week:

The Alder Collective Link Party

Clockwise from top left:

Have Courage and Be Kind Printable from Lisa at Life on Merlin
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How the Ks Came to Be: The Story of Us from Currently, Kelsie
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

Tot School Days with Mother Goose Time from Cristi at The Keeper of the Memories
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

What to Pack in a Toddler Carry-On from Abby at Winstead Wandering
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Each week we pin every link to the Alder Collective Link Party Pinterest board, where it will be seen by thousands of people. Here are our favorite links from last week’s party:

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Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, link party

The Alder Collective Link Party No. 28

May 10, 2016 by Abby

Hey, ya’ll!

I hope your May is off to a great start. Mine sure is, partly because I made these breakfast calzones, and partly because the end of the school year is in sight. Yes, please! If you’re a mom of a toddler and you haven’t seen my potty training post, make sure you do that ASAP.

Are you following me on Twitter? Each week, I share some of my favorite links from the most recent Alder Collective Link Party.

The Alder Collective Link Party

Welcome to The Alder Collective Link Party! We’re so happy you stopped by to show off your stuff. A friendly reminder before we jump into the party: make sure you’re visiting at least as many posts as you’re linking up. This party is no fun if you don’t see traffic and comments from it. Now check out what your hosts have been up to this week:

The Alder Collective Link Party

Clockwise from top middle:

Iced Caramel Coffee from Abby at Winstead Wandering
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Yogurt Container Interchangeable Container from Lisa at Life on Merlin
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The Best of Boston: A Travel Guide from Currently, Kelsie
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My 10 Most Popular Organizing Posts from Cristi at The Keeper of the Memories
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

Each week, we’ll pin every link to the Alder Collective Link Party Pinterest board, where it will be seen by thousands of people. Here are our favorite links from last week’s party:

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Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, link party

The Alder Collective Link Party No. 27

May 3, 2016 by Abby

Last week was cra-zy. I did manage to share a decadent recipe for Oreo cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, as well as a perfect Cinco de Mayo supper: crispy fish tacos with Cajun mayo. And, just in case you haven’t tried men planning yet, I have a post about overcoming those fears.

Are you following me on Twitter? Each week, I share some of my favorite links from the most recent Alder Collective Link Party.

The Alder Collective Link Party

Welcome to The Alder Collective Link Party! We’re so happy you stopped by to show off your stuff. A friendly reminder before we jump into the party: make sure you’re visiting at least as many posts as you’re linking up. This party is no fun if you don’t see traffic and comments from it. Now check out what your hosts have been up to this week:

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Clockwise from top middle:

What My Classroom is All About from Currently, Kelsie
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Creating Play Spaces for Kids from Cristi at The Keeper of the Memories
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Flowering Fields Feel Better Stampin’ Up Card from Lisa at Life on Merlin
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Potty Training Made Easy from Abby at Winstead Wandering
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

Each week, we’ll pin every link to the Alder Collective Link Party Pinterest board, where it will be seen by thousands of people. Here are our favorite links from last week’s party:

[Read more…]

Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, link party

The Alder Collective Link Party No. 26

April 26, 2016 by Abby

 

Are you following me on Twitter? Each week, I share some of my favorite links from the most recent Alder Collective Link Party.

The Alder Collective Link Party

Welcome to The Alder Collective Link Party! We’re so happy you stopped by to show off your stuff. A friendly reminder before we jump into the party: make sure you’re visiting at least as many posts as you’re linking up. This party is no fun if you don’t see traffic and comments from it. Now check out what your hosts have been up to this week:

The Alder Collective Link Party

 

Clockwise from top middle:

Five Things Every Blog Post Needs from Kelsie at Currently, Kelsie
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

Toddler Summer Bucket List from Abby at Winstead Wandering
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Easy Overnight Quinoa Breakfast Recipe from Lisa at Life on Merlin
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

10 Secrets to Getting More Done from Cristi at The Keeper of the Memories
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

 

Each week, we’ll pin every link to the Alder Collective Link Party Pinterest board, where it will be seen by thousands of people. Here are our favorite links from last week’s party:

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Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, link party

The Alder Collective Link Party No. 25

April 19, 2016 by Abby

It’s hard to believe this is Alder Collective Link Party number 25! Leave me a shout out if you’ve been around since the beginning (I know there are a few of you…)!

Last week I shared my copycat Chick-fil-A nugget recipe, and it got pretty popular. I also shared a list of things you might be surprised to know I don’t have in my kitchen, as well as the ultimate foodie gift guide. Mother’s Day is less than a month away, y’all!

Are you following me on Twitter? Each week, I share some of my favorite links from the most recent Alder Collective Link Party.

The Alder Collective Link Party

Welcome to The Alder Collective Link Party! We’re so happy you stopped by to show off your stuff. A friendly reminder before we jump into the party: make sure you’re visiting at least as many posts as you’re linking up. This party is no fun if you don’t see traffic and comments from it. Now check out what your hosts have been up to this week:

The Alder Collective Link Party

Clockwise from top middle:

Mother’s Day Guide: DIY Craft Kits for Mom from Lisa at Life on Merlin
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Our Tot School Days – Dinosaurumpus from Cristi at The Keeper of the Memories
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What 25 Mothers Would Tell Their Pre-Mom Selves from Kelsie at Currently, Kelsie
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

Potato Crust Sausage Quiche from Abby at Winstead Wandering
Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin’

Each week, we’ll pin every link to the Alder Collective Link Party Pinterest board, where it will be seen by thousands of people. Here are our favorite links from last week’s party:

[Read more…]

Filed Under: blogging — Tagged With: blogging, link party

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