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I have been writing on this here blog now for over a year and half now, and recently I was looking back through some old posts. In the midst of looking back at old posts, I have realized that I have been slacking lately in the writing department. I used to curate posts in the beginning at least three times a week, worked my way to five times a week and now I have been slacking a bit….. jamie you need to get back in the groove… and although I have been slacking I must say I am pretty proud of what this here blog has accomplished within a year of its beginning. So while looking ahead and getting ready to amp up some good things, I decided to dive right into a walk down memory lane. Sit, back, relax and grab yourself a beverage- if you are new to Makeup Life and Love or just want to catch up with some old posts, I bring you From The Archives vol. 1…
Blogging On A Budget: This post is something I am totally proud of- being some who blogs and at times falls into the hype of a product that is receiving praise in the beauty blog-o-sphere, this post made me take a step back and get smarter with blogging and products. It is a million times possible to create amazing content all while ensuring that costs are within your means; and the everlasting not falling into the hype. Albeit hard at times, because when nine million bloggers posts about something that sounds seriously amazing- I sure do have a hard time with temptation. But I am learning, it is a process.
High vs. Low Beauty: A series that I want to bring back in the next few weeks, after having so much great feedback on the budget beauty dupes that deliver high end expectations. We have covered: DIORshow mascara, MAC lipstick, CHANEL nail polish, CHANEL lip gloss, Benefit POREfessional primer, YSL Touche Eclat, and Clinique Chubby Sticks- whew…that was a lot of items covered. Stay tuned cause I have some GREAT ones coming up soon. *Sneak Peak- CHANEL eye quad, and more….*
Best Foundation Tips EVER: This is one of my most searched for posts to date. And I am extremely proud of it, I for one am a HUGE fan of Makeup Artist Wayne Goss and anytime someone promises long-lasting, perfect foundation- I am in. Tried and tested this tip totally rocks and is a current go to for this hot, hot, HOT summer we are getting in So.Cal.
Yes I Am Single, But Desperate I am NOT: So when I wrote this post, I was coming out of a long term relationship and instead of just taking my time, I succumbed to the pressure from friends and family to get back into the dating world. Let’s just say I was trying the whole internet dating thing, after a few disasters I have learned it is NOT my style. Its a great read though, and for those of you who have found love via the internet, I applaud you and your patience. Prince Charming for me, didn’t exist on the internet. At least I can say I tried, right?
The Art of Double Cleansing: A fairly new post, but the first of many skin care devoted posts that I have planned. I have been into new techniques and tricks when it comes to narrowing down my skin care regimen, and I will say that the double cleanse was one of the first that have done some serious changing to my skincare routine. I am loving it and the outcome, and soon you will hear many more tips and tricks, tried and tested that I have been using. A girl has gotta get hormonal acne and scarring under control. I am close **yayyyyyyy*
Beauty Behind The Blog: A fairly new series I have been doing lately. And I must say I am sooooo happy about it. I have meet some of the best girls in the world in the beauty blogging world, and I am honored to feature one of them weekly lately on the blog. Many of these ladies have enabled me beyond belief into getting some of the best products that I would never have checked out. So far with this feature we have met Laura, Eugenia, Stephanie, Angela, Lissa, Honey and so many more great ladies are to come. I hope you enjoy meeting them weekly as much as I enjoy learning and sharing their tips and tricks with you all.
Summertime Drinks with Keurig: Okay, so this is a super recent post- okay so it was published last week to be exact- but it marks the first of a few things. The first actual recipe post that I have ever created. I mean I have posted some food + lifestyle posts before, but this was the first that I created a recipe and actually penned it on this here blog. I really want to start utilizing different aspects of my life and push myself into more creative ventures rather than just beauty, so trying a few new things such as: food, photography, daily life, maybe some fashion- a bit unsure about the last one. But so far I have some great things to share, and you will probably start seeing more food recipes soon.
So that was a nice walk down memory lane, hope you enjoyed it with me. Told you it was a bit of a long one…. especially since I babble a bit when it comes to memories- hope you didn’t mind too much. I will say we have some great things coming up on Makeup Life and Love, and I am super happy to have you all share it with me. Huge internet hugs and kisses- xxo..
Do you ever have a read through your archives? If so, what are your favorite memories?
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esther julee says
blogging is a ton of work. takes up so much time! I don’t think i’ve read through my archives in such a long time. maybe i should too! :)
Rosie Stevens says
This is such a good post! I can’t wait to have been doing it a year or so, looking back over it must be so satisfying! Great job! :)
Samantha says
When I look back, I always find typos. That is pretty annoying! I do like to tweak and update posts a lot though. Due to my subject, new information can be added.
Jessica W says
I can’t wait to see you bring back High vs Low Beauty! Now I’m off to read some posts of yours!
Lissa Cole says
Thanks for sharing some of your archive posts! Blogging on a budget is especially helpful for me as a newer blogger!
Jemma Andrew says
I always find it interesting to go back through my old posts and seeing how I’ve changed. Great post.
Jessica at Team Wiking says
Nice round up, I especially like the post about blogging on a budget. It can be so expensive to “keep up” with everyone else when really you just need to get a little more creative with content. :)
Katreena Short says
This is so awesome! I can’t wait for my blog to be a year old and look back at my posts. For now it’s less than a month old. I’m heading over to read blogging on a budget! It sounds like a must read for me.
Katreena
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Lyssadawson says
Love going back through old posts and finding how fun and creative they are!!
Karissa Ancell says
What a great list of past posts!
Ashley says
Love this! I don’t look through my archives nearly as often as I should.
Chelsea says
Sometimes I go back and revamp old posts or even just promote them a bit. Just because it’s old doesn’t mean it’s not still great content!
Ashley Owens says
I do like to go back through my archives I actually did today and was reading posts about when i was pregnant with my now angel baby.
songbirdsandbuttons says
I love reading through old posts of my boys when they were newborns – brings back so many good memories!
Betsy Gettis says
this is such a great idea for a post! :)
Carly Anderson says
I love your idea for this post! I definitely love looking back at other blogger’s older posts, especially if I have just recently started reading their blog.
Anastasia says
I find your Blogging on a Budget post very inspirational. Like you, I sometimes buy overhyped products just for the sake of reviewing them, but instead I should probably try to use more of what I already have in some creative ways.
Jenn says
What a great idea for a post! There are definitely posts that, looking back, I shake my head at, but there are a lot of good ones too!
Mia Myrabev says
It’s amazing looking back what has been accomplished. I can’t believe I have been blogging for a year now
Astrid says
Wow you have accomplished so much! Can’t wait to see what my one year mark will look like(even though I actually started it over a year ago LOL)
Rebekah says
Being new to your blog I love this, and isn’t that WG tip the best??? I was so skeptical but I did it on a really muggy day and my makeup stayed put. I was amazed! He is a genius!
Kristine Foley says
Love going back in people’s archives! Great post and looking forward to going thru them!
Jessica Angeles says
What a great idea to bring back old posts!
Laura Elizabeth says
I read the post about being single and I have to say, spot on.
Amberly says
I’m going to head over and read Blogging on a Budget! That’s something that I’m working on right now!! :)
Sierra says
I need to bring back old posts. I might do this when I leave in a couple weeks. Love this!
Leanna Ranieri says
I can’t wait to read all of these posts! Love this! Thanks so much for sharing! I so need to do this!