Thursday, July 19

Twips for my Tweeties

 

Meet & Tweet Twitter Hop


Lovelies - It is time that I convince you of why

you MUST simply get a twitter account.


Why Twitter?  Well, I must first say that Facebook is going to become obsolete.  Yes, I just said that (gasp!)  I know this because almost every conversation I have with people about Facebook now inevitably includes a groan or two or three.

However; TWITTER, is going to stay.  And you should get in on Twitter now for several reasons:

#1  Twitter offers bite size information:  Think about how most people tend to read newspapers - headlines that catch their eye or maybe a single image - if those two things don't get me, I'm probably not going to read the article.  Twitter is like a plethora of headline/tagline browsing without the clutter or investment.  I strongly suggest attaching images to your tweets!

#2  Twitter offers measurable results: Using certain platforms you can now track clicks on your tweets, schedule your tweets for greater visibility and interact/engage with your audience more easily than ever.  Even if you have no time to get on twitter and interact - you can still get your blog posts, instagrams and check-ins to post directly/automatically to twitter which is great for your brand and exposure.

#3 Klout - okay, so Klout does still take into account Facebook, but honestly - no matter what you are thinking about it at this point, it is the first and most successful tool to measure true online influence.  I have read articles of people with high Klout scores getting free travel perks, upgrades, vip event access, etc. just for being an influencer.  But not only that, Brands and PR Firms are going to look to your Klout score more and more to evaluate your true influence.  A big part of your Klout score comes from your Twitter activity.  Why?  Because Twitter=Boss.

Have I convinced you yet?  Go sign-up for your twitter account now, and then let's chat about it - send me a message @baxtronlife and I can walk you through it.  Make sure you link-up your shiny new account below for an instant boost in followers! <3

I heart Thursdays! I love the opportunity to meet so many new friends.
Last week we had a record breaking turnout with over 200 link up's! AMAZING!

This week I'm raising the bar just a little more....
If we can get to 300 link up's, one lucky person is going to win 
250 custom business cards for their blog. How cool is that?!

Now let's get this PAR-TAY started! 

Ready to make new Twitter friends?
Sweetness, just follow the rules.


RULES:
Link up your Twitter account, not your blog.
Follow your host and co-hosts. {The first 8 in the linky.}

Thanks so much to my amazing co-hosts:
Neely from A Complete Waste of Makeup
Courtney from Baxtron Life
Emily from Anna Delores Photo
Lauren from Talk of the Trains
Jelli from Jellibean Journals
Lauren from Hippie Dog Company
Hilary from Measure One Cut Twice

 
Loving this hop? Shout it out to all your friends!
The more the merrier.

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Co-Host spots for August are now available. Interested?
Email me for details at momsgonnasnap@gmail.com.

Thanks so much for linking up today!
Hope you've had fun and made some amazing new friends.

Save the Date! Next Hop: 7/26
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Monday, July 16

Watermelon Pink

 

Charlie says "Winning", We Say "Pinning!"


"Pinning!" is a Weekly Pinterest Link-Up
(Share pins, meet others who love "Pinning", get inspired!)

First Time?  It's simple just follow these rules:
 Please follow your hosts: Courtney & Kimberly
& Special Guest Host:  
then
 Link up your Pinterest Post & Profile below
and
Make sure you link back to the party!


Each week a winner will be chosen to flaunt the title of "Pinning-est" for successfully wowing us with the best Pinterest find.  The winner will be featured/announced in the following week's post!

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Luscious mouth-watering watermelon pink.  I'm loving it this week.  I've seen it paired with different shades of gray, minty greens, and I think it is the perfect pink for summer.  Its a juicy kind of pink.
 
1. Dress  2. Watermelon  3. Tutu  4. Pumps  5. Crochet Bow  6. Cocktail 
7. Collection  8. Polish  9. Earrings  10. Pops 
11. Skinnies  12. Shorts  13. Dress


Doesn't this just make you want to eat wear some watermelon?


THANK YOU to all who linked up last week!


This week's "Pinning-est" is:
Holly Noel from "The Artist Who Never Starved"


WANT TO BE A GUEST JUDGE or HOST? 

Holly! Feel free to grab the button, and flaunt it!

Are you "Pinning"?  
Come on, everyone is doing it.  
Join us MONDAYS for weekly sharing of Pinterest finds.  

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Link up your PINTEREST INSPIRED POST below:


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Link up your PINTEREST PROFILE below:



Also linking up with Danielle & Lish!

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Sunday, July 15

Just Words

It's been an awfully long week.  It seems like the past week was such a grueling test in the life of this mama.  My week was filled with stubborn and willful boundary testing by my two year old; hormonal highs and lows; long, deep and sometimes challenging conversations with the mister; emotional and spiritual exhaustion from lack of time spent with my Father; sleep deprivation; etc. etc. etc.

But,

In the midst of all the challenge, there has been wonder - and awe - and moments of refreshment.  Truly, the Lord has not left me with more than I can bear.  I've been blessed with many beautiful friendships.  A home in a crazy - ridiculous city that is feeling more home like every day.  There have been a few breakthroughs in my healing this week.

I'm tired as I write, this - not feeling 100% well, but I'm looking out at the horizon of my life - and I see beautiful things coming my way.  I feel hopeful.  I feel that despite my physical and emotional exhaustion, very much alive.  Very much fulfilled.  Indeed very grateful.

And now,

I'm going to go make a big batch of popcorn - hippy popcorn as we call it (recipe needs to be shared) - and sit down for a little quiet time with my love, before we start this week's grind.




Friday, July 13

Thank You+Winner


 

Red,White&YOU!

What an amazing event Red, White & You turned out to be!!  We had over 300 blogs link-up!!  I have been meeting some amazing ladies - and I'm still going through each and every link (as promised) to visit each person who came to party with us.

I just wanted to give a very special thank-you to the lovely co-hosts: Kristina, Laura & Kimberly!

And now, the moment you've been waiting for!  

Our winner of the Red,White&YOU Giveaway is:



Thursday, July 12

Black & Gold + Giveaway


Current Crush Thursdays with Framed Frosting

It's Thursday and you know what that means...Current Crush time!  I am so grateful to be co-hosting this week with Danielle from Framed Frosting!  I adore her - she is an amazing and talented lady!

Feel free to write up a post and share what you have been "crushing" on for the week. 
Then, just link up your post below! 
This week I am donating a FABULOUS giveaway prize!! 
You MUST be linked up in order to win. 
Danielle will be using Random.org to pick a # in the Linky and that will be the winner for the week!
{If you'd like to donate a giveaway prize or be a future co-host, please e-mail her!}
 Follow your host:
Danielle from Framed Frosting
This week's co-host is:
Courtney from Baxtron Life
The Rules
1. Follow your hosts
{They are the first 3 in the Linky and they WILL return the favor.}
2. Say Hi to at least 3 new people
{Or more! Introduce yourself... Its a great way to make new friends!}
3. Spread the word!
{The more the merrier! Grab a button and add it to your blog, 
Also, feel free to Tweet or Facebook about the link up.}

Current Crush Thursdays
Congrats to Torie at Lattes and Love! You were #28 to link up and the winner from last week's Current Crush post! Please e-mail Danielle within the next 48 hours to claim your blogger PDF's!
This week we're giving away...
put together by YOURS TRULY!
Includes: Essie Penny talk, Essie Shine of the Times from the LuxeEffects line, Wet n' Wild Eyecolor Collection in Comfort zone, Shea butter massage bar, and it's all wrapped up in a rugged burlap sack! Shipping included to US residents ONLY. International shipping must be paid by the winner. Package valued at $30!


I'm currently obsessing over black and gold together.  I just bought a cute pair of Fioni wedges for $10 at Payless (score!) that are black with gold threads, and before that I snatched up these gorgeous earrings from Jackie & Val:
via Jackie & Val
I'm thinking Black & Gold is going to be huge this Fall/Winter.  What do you think?  Can't wait to see what you are crushing on this week! <3