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This Isn't Good-Bye....

Funny thing is, I was trying to word this as not a good-bye because I'll still be blogging, just moving platforms lol. I can't get over how fast the Summer is going and it will be August on Wednesday. If you missed my initial announcement, I will be moving platforms as of this Thursday. You can follow me RIGHT HERE!!!

I know I eventually wanted to be dot com and wondered how and when I should move there. I want to grow and expand and be successful, that is the end goal right? I started here almost 5 years ago, I had no clue what I was about to get myself into and I just wanted a place for myself. This blog went through some name changes, writing styles, and so much to grow into where I am today. I figured I would find my platform, what I really wanted to talk about and just figure blogging out. I thought it was going to be easy at first but it was not. It was hard not to become so frustrated with no one really commenting at first and the low views not realizing I had to let people know about my blog. I figured out how to use social media and interacting with others. 

I tried so many different things and finally found something I think works and will continue to learn and grow and expand from there. I appreciate everyone who started out with me here, all your comments, kind words, encouragement, constructive criticism and so on. I am just proud I had motivation behind me and I'm even more proud I didn't quit. I came close a few times but I didn't want to break that promise to myself. I will be still commenting and interacting with you and your blog journeys. 

See you guys Thursday at naturalledrea.com!


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