Your Life, Your Blog: Choosing a Wordpress Theme
I have been using Blogger since 2007 when I started blogging. I switched High Country Mom Squad over to Wordpress in 2009 (well, actually my long time friend Ben Cotten did it for me! he ROCKS), and thus began my love affair with Wordpress.
I never really had a huge gripe with Blogger. It worked, it [...]
A New Kind of Blog Conference: Relevant 10
March 6, 2010 by Sarah
Filed under Blog, Blogging, Conferences
For a few years now, I’ve heard lots of Christian Bloggers wanting a blogging conference that covers issues unique to them. I have felt the same way, as well, on occasion. Although I am more than comfortable around all types of bloggers, it’s can be nice to be in the presence of true kindred spirits.
So [...]
Your Life, Your Blog: Guest Bloggers
March 1, 2010 by Sarah
Filed under Blog, Blogging, Blogging Guests
Some of the most meaningful moments on my blog have been written, not by me, but from guest bloggers! I love asking for guest bloggers for times such as vacations, special occasions, holidays, and… well, just because.
The tears recently spilled over as the blogging dots were connected in an amazing way. Back in November, it [...]
Your Life, Your Blog: Unmarketing’s Tips for Mom Bloggers
February 15, 2010 by Sarah
Filed under Blog, Blogging, Social Media
Welcome to another week of “Your Life, Your Blog,” where we share a blogging tip, and promote YOUR blog posts, too!!
Here is my tip for today, which is actually from a giant in the field! I caught up with Scott Stratten, of www.un-marketing.com at the Disney Social Media Moms Conference.
Scott was such a nice [...]
Your Life, Your Blog: Who Are You? Reader Survey
February 9, 2010 by Sarah
Filed under Blog, Blogging, Social Media
I have been meaning to do a reader survey for a while. “Reader Survey” sounds so impersonal. I really want to learn more about you- who you are, why you read, how I can help and connect with you better. I would appreciate it more than you know if you would take a few minutes [...]
Your Life Your Blog: Blog Buttons!
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Happy Monday! I’m getting really excited about Blissdom in just a week and a half! Do you have your biz cards ready? I got mine last week, and I love em!
Today’s tip is for Blog Buttons! It’s not so much how to make a [...]
Blog Planning with GO MOM DIY Organizer!
January 22, 2010 by Sarah
Filed under Blog, Blogging, Reviews & Giveaways
This week, I am officially starting my new “blog planning” plan. I saw Resourceful Mommy Amy Lupold Bair’s Review of the DIY Planner from GO MOM inc. and wondered if it would work for me. I am weird when it comes to calendars and schedules. I need to have all my appointments and events in [...]
Your Life Your Blog: Search Box
January 17, 2010 by Sarah
Filed under Blog, Blogging, Social Media
Happy Monday again, and welcome to another Your Life Your Blog! I have started adding a blog tip to each post, along with your links, and would love to hear your tips, too, in the comments!
Today’s tip is to put a search box in a conspicuous location on your blog!
SO many times, I [...]
Conferences Put the “Social” in Social Media
The Blissdom Conference is right around the corner! I am so excited to see all my online friends again in real life! I am also excited to be sponsored by Operation Christmas Child!
According to AdWeek:
Facebook friendships may improve real friendships, according to new research. Findings released in a Euro RSCG-commissioned white paper yesterday stated that [...]
Your Life Your Blog: Philosophy of Monetization
Welcome to the second Your Life Your Blog (YLYB) of the new year! Last week, I decided I would add a blogging tip to each week’s linky post. It’s not because I am superior or that I have it all together. It’s just that I’ve made mistakes, had some successes, been around the clock, [...]
