Month: April 2017

Awards and Tags

Blogger Recognition Award

by Simply Megan Joy6 Comments on Blogger Recognition Award

Hello, dear readers!

First, I’d like to thank everyone who happens to be reading today. Every single reader is a blessing to me and I’m awfully thankful that you are part of my blogging experience. Now, onto the post!

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I’ve been given the Blogger Recognition Award by Lauren from Lauren’s Notebook!

She has a beautiful and inspiring blog with posts about bullet journaling, recipes, DIYs, and lifestyle! Check out her two latest posts:

Get to Know Me: A to Z Tag

This Week’s Healthy Dinner Menu Plan

The Blogger Recognition Award is passed from blogger to blogger like a tag. Now it’s my turn to nominate some bloggers!

 I nominate:

Once Upon an Ordinary

Reflections of the Heart

The Girl Upstairs

A Barefoot Gal

Let It Shine

Marvelous Day

A Sweet N Simply Life

Lowcountry Hippie

The Farming Daughter

Let’s Be Lost

Rules for this award:

  1. Thank the blogger who nominated you and provide a link to their blog.
  2. Write a post to show your award.
  3. Give a brief story of how your blog started.
  4. Give two pieces of advice to new bloggers.
  5. Select (up to 15) other bloggers for this award.
  6. Comment on each blog to let them know you nominated them and provide a link to the post you created.

How I started:

I began my blog 5 months ago in October of 2016. I was inspired by other vintage fashion blogs like The Boyer Sisters, and Ruffles and Grace. With my love for vintage fashion and writing, came the idea that I could put those two things together and begin a blog. So far, it has been a blessing and so enjoyable! I want God to use my blog for good, and if just one person is inspired by it, I will know that my goal has been achieved.

My Advice for New Bloggers:

  • Try to write things worth reading twice. If you have a blog, you have a voice loud enough to reach the other side of the world. Let’s use that voice to tell a story that will impact the listeners in a good way. If you were handed a microphone and set on a stage in front of 10,000 people, what would you say? Would you tell them what you had for lunch, or how you found hope in life? Now, I have nothing against ramblings and rants, for I can be accused of them both. But, I like to think that somewhere in that rambling, something meaningful will come from my posts, whether it happens in my hometown or across the world.
  • Check your spelling and grammar before you hit publish. Just like a school assignment, or an email to your boss, checking your work is necessary. It’s always a good idea to have a family member check your posts for mistakes in grammar and spelling before it goes on the internet. This way you can even say that you have a “blog editor” if you want to sound professional! P.S. if you’re ever reading a blog (including my own!) don’t be afraid to kindly let them know if you’ve found an error. They will be grateful that you pointed it out to them so that they can fix it!

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Don’t forget to check out the blogs listed above if you haven’t already found them!

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Megan Joy

Dresses, Holiday, Sunday Bests

Sunday Bests // Easter Bloom

by Simply Megan Joy7 Comments on Sunday Bests // Easter Bloom

Happy Easter Sunday, everyone! It’s time to celebrate the resurrection of Christ on this joyous day! Here are a few photos of my Easter dress this year. It was so much fun wearing it, but also a hazard of either tripping on it or getting it muddy while hiding Easter eggs for our church kids. But I’m glad I wore it anyway. It’s a day to forget our troubles and just be thankful for a God who loves us no matter what those troubles are.

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This dress, having pink 3-D flowers all over it, is one of the most fun dresses to wear. It really says Spring and reminds me that the season is in full bloom.

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With this being a quick post on a busy day, I only have one thing left to say. “He is risen! He is risen indeed!”

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dress // macy’s

shoes // payless

pearl necklace // my sister’s

bracelet // icing

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Do you love Easter as much as I do?

What did you wear for this special day?

Have you heard the news? (He is risen!)

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Megan Joy

Writing

7 Tips for Writing Prep

by Simply Megan Joy4 Comments on 7 Tips for Writing Prep

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Hello, all! Yes, today is April Fool’s Day, but I’m not much of a prankster, so don’t worry. I won’t force any mean jokes upon you.

Today I want to share some practical tips that I have for the preparation of writing. These are some things that I like to do before I start writing, so that you can pen your best!

Tip #1: Sit by a window.

I’ve found so much inspiration through windows, whether they overlook a wide field, a tall forest, or a busy city street. There’s always a story waiting to be inscribed through a window. It’s like looking at a moment in time through a frame.

Tip #2: Get something to drink.

I must always have a glass of ice water nearby when I write. It really helps me to concentrate on my writing. If you aren’t fond of water, you could drink tea, lemonade, or hot cocoa; whatever you like.

Tip #3: Get a snack.

Grab your favorite snack. You could just have a small dish filled with pumpkin seeds if you want. Popcorn, homemade cookies, crackers, or fruit are also good snack choices to eat while writing.

Tip #4: Listen to music.

Music is a great way to find inspiration to write. If you’re writing a fictional novel set in 19th century Ireland, listen to the music from that era. If you’re writing a story about the Great Depression, listen to music from the 1930s. Make your own playlist of songs you like. If you want to listen to a playlist already made, go check out my playlist on Spotify. Just type the words “Perfect Sounds for Writing” into the Spotify search box and click on the playlist by anneshirleyofgreengables. Yep, that’s me!

Tip #5: Consider a pen and notepad.

Sometimes, lugging around a computer and charging cord just isn’t practical. At times, it’s better if you use a physical pen and notepad. Especially if your story is at the early stages. Handwriting is usually slower than a computer, but it’s also a great way to get new inspiration, because on paper, you can also draw illustrations and diagrams along with the words.

Tip #6: Wear something comfy.

Comfy pants and a warm sweatshirt is one of the best outfits to write in because it’s so relaxing. You just don’t have to think about it. Wearing uncomfortable clothes can be a big distraction.

Tip #7: Set a timer.

Sometimes I write my best when I set a certain amount of time and try to write as much as I can before the time is up. It helps to look back and see how much you’ve accomplished in that small amount of time. Then, if you have more time to write, just set the timer again.

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There you have it! Seven tips for writing preparation! Now go ye forth and write!

 Megan Joy