Blogger Love Tag

Blogger Love Tag

I have seen tags floating around on YouTube for quite some time and always thought they were a great way to learn about new products, bloggers, and to just get to know each other better. Therefore, when I came across the Blogger Love Tag, started by Fee of Make Up Savvy, I decided to jump right in! Please leave comments bellow letting me know if you like this sort of post and I will try to do more tags in the future.

What was the first blog you ever came across? 

I was late to the blogging game and was introduced to Cupcakes & Cashmere my freshman year in college by a friend. I quickly became engrossed the the blogging world and began to grow my Bloglovin’ feed.

Favorite beauty blog reads

I am constantly finding new beauty blogs to read, but my current favorites are Fleur de Force, Essie Button, and Tanya Burr.

Best blogging friend

The most rewarding part of blogging is forming friendships around the world. I have made a lot of great friends through this journey and I look forward to planning trips in the future to finally meet these amazing people in person, but for now, social media/skype will have to do!

Name a blog that enables your purchases

Essie Button, hands down. We share the same skin tone so everything she recommends is the perfect shade!

5 blogs everyone should be reading!

Your favorite way to read blogs

I read most of my blogs through Bloglovin’. It’s an easy way to get updated on new posts without overflowing your inbox.

Blogger that inspires you

Alycia Crowley is a huge inspiration. She openly shares life and thoughts on her blog, Crowley Party. With every post, she shares her heart even when she is writing about touchy subject (here). I admire this aspect in a women and I aspire to be more like her.

Favorite blog design/look

Ivory Lane! I love the clean design and, seeing as blue is my favorite color, the accent color is right up my alley.

What is your favorite thing about blogging? 

I know this sounds cheesy, but all of the friendships. I have met so many amazing people through this process, both fellow bloggers and readers. Blogging can be difficult at times (there is a lot of hate floating around) but the positive has always outweighed the negative.

Name a blogger you would most like to see write a book in the future! 

Essie Button! Have I mentioned her too much in this post?! But honestly, if you have watched one of her YouTube videos, you can not deny that you would love to read her book. I am sure it would be full of laughs.

Winter Festival

Winter Festival | Not Your Average Dairy Queen

Ian and I decided to bundle up and get some fresh air by going to the Winter Festival over the weekend. It was my first time witnessing an ice sculpture competition so we made sure to snap a few pictures to document the occasion. While we enjoyed our time at the festival, our frozen feet and read noses told us it was time to warm up. Luckily the Urban Frog Café was close by so we could re-group and warm up over a game of chess.

Winter Festival | Not Your Average Dairy Queen{Kristoff and Olaf from “Frozen”}

Winter Festival | Not Your Average Dairy Queen

Winter Festival | Not Your Average Dairy Queen{Warming up and playing chess at Urban Frog Café}

Sledding Date

Sledding Date | Not Your Average Dairy Queen

Over the holidays Ian and I crossed off one of the 10 Winter Date Ideas by going sledding with my family. It was a great way to spend time outside and bond with my family. Afterwards we cozied up at home with cups of hot chocolate. What are your favorite winter outdoor activities? Skiing is next on our list!

Sledding Date | Not Your Average Dairy Queen

Sledding Date | Not Your Average Dairy Queen

Sledding Date | Not Your Average Dairy Queen{How cute is my sister?!}