I feel like every year near the end of Christmas time I start thinking about that certain year flew by so fast. Without a doubt, it happens every year. It’s so crazy how a year can seem so short, yet so long!
2016 was a good one.
I adopted Quinn.
I graduated college.
And most importantly, I started The Blonder Life.
I never finish out a year thinking how awful it was, or wishing for the new one to begin. I think it’s kind of silly going into a year hoping it’ll be different than the previous. A change of one digit in the year you are living isn’t going to change anything – you have to.
Okay, rant over.
I went back and looked over all of my posts from 2016- which wasn’t too many since TBL is less than a year old! Things have changed so much since my first post, thank goodness! I am so excited to see where 2017 takes me, and my tiny corner of the internet! Thanks to everyone who has supported me throughout the process, and to everyone reading this post right now!
According to Google Analytics, these are 5 of my most popular posts from the year!
Top Posts of 2016:
- Saving Money In College. I’m pretty proud of this post, especially since I wrote this post pretty early in my blogging career. If you’re looking for a few tips and tricks to save money while going to school check this one out!
- How To Grow Long Healthy Hair. A full, detailed post on my hair care routine and ways to grow healthy hair.
- Ways To Grow Your Instagram Account Organically. I love talking about Instagram, and sharing ways I have found that help growing my account. Great read if your 2017 goal is to reach a certain following count!
- My Workout Playlist. Sharing my Spotify workout playlist, and my experience starting Kayla Itsines BBG program.
- 5 Tips For A Better Night Sleep. This was one of my first sponsored posts I did for the blog. All about tips on getting a better night sleep, and ideas to implement into your night routine!
It’s gonna be pretty tough for 2017 to top 2016, but I’m excited to try! So many fun things happened, like adopting my first ever dog! That was such a fun experience, and I will never forget puppyhood (my poor poor apartment- ha!)
First ever Instagram I posted with Quinn. She was so tiny!
College was honestly so fun, and I loved my 4 years at Texas State. San Marcos will always have a little bit of my heart!
I went to New Orleans for my birthday, this past summer. It was gorgeous! My city guide here.
Black Ruffle High Low (only $13) Vegas travel guide here.
Turtleneck sweater (in white too)
This is my first ever reader survey! I cannot believe I have waited this long, but I am trying to focus content on what YOU guys want to see! If you could take a few minutes to fill it out, it would mean so much! And it’s completely anonymous, so you can be brutally honest!
Monday’s post is going to be a full list of both my blogging, and personal goals for 2017 so be sure to check back for that! I cannot wait for the new year, and everything to come! Have a great New Years Eve, and I’ll see you back here come Monday!
My goodness, you are too cute! Congrats on graduating and I can’t wait to see what 2017 has in store for your blog!
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Thanks Kirsten!
What an a amazing year for you! Love your top post too
Mindy II amixofmin.com
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Thanks for reading Mindy!
Adopting a pup is one of the best things I’ve ever done!
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Having Quinn around senior year was such a stress relief honestly! Puppies are the best!
Such a great year girl!! Can’t wait to see what 2017 has in store for you and I’m obsessed with your little pup!!
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What a great year, Jamie! Congrats on all of your accomplishments and I can’t wait to see what 2017 has in store for you !
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Thanks for reading Mikayla!
Omg your puppy is sooo cute! Also congrats on graduating:) Hope you have an amazing 2017!!
xoxo, Hannah
I also graduated this year, such a big moment.
I love the idea behind this post! So cute.
xo,
Lauryn
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Looks like you had an amazing year! Your dog is so cute! Congrats on graduating and on all your accomplishments. Happy New Years!
Sounds like 2016 was a great year, I can’t wait to see what 2017 will bring to your blog!
xx Mollie
Such a fun round-up! So happy I found your blog this year. I also visited Vegas this year and graduated college!
xoxo A
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Looks like we had a similar year! Congrats to graduating college!
Your dog is such a cutie! It sounds like you have had such an amazing year!
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omgggg Quinn is presh! loving your bell-sleeved sweater as well. congrats on graduating and starting a blog! x
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Isn’t that sweater the cutest? I might wear it a little bit too often!
Congrats on an awesome year! I totally agree, the digit change on the year doesn’t change much for me. My life is still my life and I am still who i am!
This is an amazing year!!! 2017 should be a great year for you to grow even more!! Can’t wait to see where you go!
Wow, 2016 brought some amazing things into your life! That’s amazing! I’m so glad that I recently discovered your blog. I can’t wait to see what 2017 has in store for you 🙂
Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com
I love this roundup of your year! The blog looks great and I can’t wait to see what you do in 2017!
xo, Amanda
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I love your recap of 2016, all the wonderful photos and especially the ones of Quinn. Keep being AMAZING!!
You did have an awesome year!! Congrats on graduating and getting a new puppy–who is sososo stinkin’ cute! (:
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Thanks Amanda! I think she’s pretty cute, but I’m a bit bias!
Wow! You only started your blog a year ago?! Way to go. I started mine in February of this year. Can’t wait to see all your great post for 2017!!
OMG quinn is so cute! Congrats on a great year!
Aww, you achieved so much in 2016! I love the picture of you and your dog. SO cute!
XOXO
Shi Hui | IreviewUread
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Looks like you had a fantastic year! Congrats on all the exciting things that happened for you this year, I bet 2017 will be fantastic – can’t wait to see what your “Blonder Life” has in store 🙂
Joy
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Congratulations on all your accomplishments this tear! I’m with ya about looking back on all the good things that happened and making plans for the next year!
Love your blog and this awesome recap! Let’s stay connected in 2017! 🙂 xo Dayna http://daysbyday.com/
Congrats on all of your successes! You should be so proud! excited to stay connected in 2017!
Megan
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Love all these posts! I’m so glad I’m following your blog and can’t wait to see what you do in 2017!
XOXO, Nikki
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