3 Things That Have Suffered Since Starting My Blog

I can’t believe just one month ago, I was lying in my bed and made the decision to launch my blog.

For months, I had been working on this concept and the content, but for whatever reason, I was too nervous to open it up to the world. Although I’m glad I waited (you really do have to be totally ready to launch one of these), this past month has been one of the most fulfilling of my entire life.

Since I’ve had to put SO much effort in to my blog, there are a few things in my life that have had to suffer and I thought it would be fun to acknowledge them and apologize for my lack of attention over the last month.

I will do my best to find a better balance…

1) My waistline: Since starting my blog, I’ve gained about 3lbs. I know this doesn’t seem terrible considering how much I’m reviewing restaurants and writing new recipes,  but to put it into perspective, my “fat jeans” are starting to feel snug (hence the Get Healthy Challenge).

As a result, I’ve made a promise to myself to restrain my self to just taking small bites of menu items instead of licking the plate of every item they bring something out. I’ll also increase my workouts from 2 days a week to at least 4.

2) Time with my Boyfriend, Dan: Obviously when you spend all of your mornings and nights blogging and your days working, your relationship (if you’re in one) is going to suffer. Unfortunately, I’m no exception.

Dan, if you are reading this (and you better be), I am sorry I haven’t been able to hang as much. Thank you for being totally supportive, providing endless blog ideas and accompanying me to all of these restaurants, where I make you wait 5 minutes before eating so that I can get the perfect photo. I promise that over the Holidays, I will turn it off for a few.

3) Candy Crush Saga: How I miss this game!!! What used to be my morning ritual has now turned into a long lost memory. Before starting my blog I was at level 290. Today, I’m at 296.

Come to think of it…maybe this one isn’t such a bad one to take time away from. There was a point a few months ago that I thought I might have to go to Candy Crush Rehab (or start the program since my Newsfeed tells me there are many many addicts).

All kidding aside, I have truly gained so much over this past month. Not only have my close friends and family been supportive of this endeavor, but even old friends, acquaintances and new fans  have stepped up and acted as everythingerica.com ambassadors.  I’m totally overwhelmed and humbled by the support you’ve all shown. You’re the reason I wake up extra early every morning (or stay up super late) to write blog posts.

Since the blog started just 30 days ago, everythingerica.com has 460 Facebook Fans and an average of 500 blog views per day. So in short, thank you. There is no way in the world this could have happened without your shares, likes and interactions.

Here’s to the future…

Love always,
Erica