Two Years of Blogging and What I am Still Learning

What I Have Learned, What I have Accomplished, and What I Still Haven't Figured Out

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I can't even believe that as of December 9, 2022 it will be exactly 2 years since I posted my first photo on Instagram, which essentially started my blogging and influencing journey! In many ways I am starting to feel like I got the hang of it, but in some ways I still like such a newbie. 

My first year was really about figuring out the tools and equipment I needed, organizational methods for everything, and just trying to balance it all. This year I focused on developing all social media channels, being judicious when choosing collaborations, and building my community. I had some amazing firsts this year and can't wait to see what this next year has in store!

First Pictures Posted

In case you needed a reminder, here is a short walk down memory lane with the first pictures I ever posted. I went from weird and awkward poses, to discovering portrait mode, to trying out creative tutorials I found online.

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This was one of the first pictures I ever posted. There was another one, but I deleted it because it was so cringy! Notice the clear lighting...

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This was from my first Holiday Bucket List last year. I was sweating in this sweater but I was determined to look the part in this photo.

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This was the first Instagram picture Nick ever took and the first one that really "exploded" with engagement. It was still pre-lightroom, but I worked hard to make that pink pop.

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This photo is my only mirror selfie on my feed. But it was also the first time I discovered portrait mode on my camera!

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You can see the pictures getting clearer with portrait mode! This was also the first time Chewie made an appearance on the feed. 

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It took my mom and I over an hour try to and get this picture. I saw a tutorial on reels and tried so hard to recreate this. We almost got it!

Equipment Updates

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First time for camera app (skirt and Twister tree)

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First time mom used it (800 pictures form one scene, purple dress and wall)

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Shutter speed issue and apature (all pink dress and shoes)

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Foggy lens (pink romper)

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When you get it just right (slip dress and boots)

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Most reach picture

2nd Year Milestones

At the end of last year, I saw a bunch of creators posting their milestones for the year including collaborations and earnings. While I think some of it can be taboo I wanted to try and cover some of these topics because it can be very interesting!

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Fav collaboration

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First tiktok collab

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Goals for the Next Year

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