Top O’ the morning lovelies,
I mentioned briefly in yesterdays Behind The Blog post that I seemed to have hit the ground running this January *gasps of shock & disbelief* something I must admit is a complete and utter rarity for me… needless to say I’m enjoying all the buzz as I’ve so many exciting projects lined up for 2015!
However last week I quietly celebrated a little achievement as an article I wrote in late 2014 was finally published on the fabulous Wedding Ideas website. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Wedding Ideas, it’s one of the best selling bridal magazines in the UK – hence why I’m grinning like a Cheshire cat… without the stripes of course!
Celebrating a personal achievement is that little stamp of verification and shot of self-belief in reaching for those bigger and better goals, which is something I’ve been dreaming about recently as there’s so much more I want to accomplish in my career – and of course with 2015 being the year of taking back my self-confidence through the inspirational #TakeBackWhatsYours campaign, I’d say I’m off to a pretty positive start ladies! *yippee*
If you fancy a quick cyber-trip over to check my article out for yourself then just *click here* It’s a cheery little piece titled ‘How to stop your in-laws becoming outlaws’, and as I’m sure you can already guess the article focuses on how to keep the relationship between the happy couple and their future in-laws as positive as possible… particularly throughout the wedding planning process which can often be fraught with emotional pot holes when it comes to keeping the entire clan feeling part of the big day!
As for Wedding Idea’s magazine… if you’re getting married (or just enjoy a good nosey through bridal mags) then I’d highly suggest getting your hands on a copy of this gorgeous glossy. It’s packed full of quirky, innovative and creative ideas to suit couples on almost every budget! What I also love about the magazine is that it comes in such a cute handbag size; another reason it’s just so darn popular! Alternatively you can download the digital edition – whatever format you choose I’m pretty certain you’ll be whisked off into a bridal wonderland for hours!
As always thanks so much for reading & wishing you all a wonderful week ahead…
You GO girl!!! You’ve done a great job…I loved it!!! ❤ X
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Awwwh thank you so much huni 🙂 XO
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Well done Karen, such a great achievement!
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Thank you so much lovely 🙂 It’s a little boost to the self-confidence that’s for sure X
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Congatulations, Karen! So exciting! P.S. I’ve been contemplating doing the #TakeBackWhatsYours campaign but I’m not sure what I want to say lol
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Awwh thank you so much huni – much appreciated 🙂 Oh please do it – have a good think about it first, it’s hard getting those words onto the screen sometimes!! lol X
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Definitely! I have some ideas but not sure how to go about writing it! Will have to give t more thought lol
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Just type as if you’re chatting to a chum… that’s what I usually do if I’m stuck for how to write something!! 😀 Xo
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Well done Karen, This is so exciting… Congrats ❤ Btw, love your bag 🙂
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Thanks so much huni for your kind comment! I’m thrilled, just a little confidence boost!! Ooh thank you – it’s called the Miranda bag from Accessorise, I got it from my hubby for Christmas and I blooming love it!! lol X
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What a great Christmas give, how sweet 🙂
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It certainly was thanks lovely 😀 X
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Well Done Karen, thats fab 🙂
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Thanks so much Lauren – very much appreciated huni ❤ XXX
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Congrats on the magazine article! That’s great news. (Also, great theme! hehe)
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Awh thanks so much Kelly!! 😀 ❤ X
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You go Karen! This is so exciting!! I hope this is the first of many published articles!
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Thank you so much for the kind & encouraging words chummy 😀 I’m rather excited about it, a nice wee start to the new year!! ❤ xo
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Perfect way to start the year Karen! Hope it inspires some more writing out of you 😉
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That’s amazing! Well done Karen, you should be very proud of yourself! Keep up the good work xx
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Awwwh you’re such a wee motivator Sall – thank you so much lovely, really does mean a lot… my positivity levels are through the roof now lol 🙂 Xo
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Wow.. I’m sure you would be on top of the world.. This is exciting.. Keep it up 🙂
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Thank you so much huni – I’m most definitely chuffed to see it published on-line 🙂 X
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So exciting! Congrats Karen!
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Thank you so much Lisa – you’re a gem ❤ Xo
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This is so awesome for you! Congrats!
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Thank you so much Kaily – I’m chuffed huni 🙂 X
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That is so amazing!! Congratulations 😀
xxx
Camilla
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Thank you for your lovely comment Camilla – much appreciated as always huni, I’m delighted!! ❤ 🙂 Xo
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Congrats, Karen! That is so cool!!! And although I’m nowhere CLOSE to getting married, that article was a fabulous read, and I’ve got it bookmarked for later on 😀
Jessica x
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Awwwh thank you so much Jessica – I’m absolutely thrilled you read it (and enjoyed it!!!) and yes of course… book mark it for later huni 😉 hehe *hugs* XXX
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Congratulations Karen! That is so great! Going to go and read the article now 🙂 xo
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Thank you so much Katie ❤ I'm so chuffed you're popping over to check it out chum 🙂 *hugs* Xo
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I did and it was such a great article! Very helpful and informative! Some things I will keep in mind for the future 🙂 ❤ *hugs* Xo
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Awww – chuffed you popped over to visit Katie!! Can’t thank you enough for all your encouragement & super kind comments!! Yes, keep it in mind for the future 😉 Xo
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Oh it’s no problem at all! ❤ I always enjoy reading your posts! 😉 Xo
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Likewise Katie 🙂 XXXX
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Huge congratulations, Karen! What a great accomplishment (and a great bag).
Carys x
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Awwwh thank you sweetie – such kind words as always 🙂 Oooh, glad you like the bag.. I’m in love with it, it’s soooo roomy!!! lol x
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it is really awesome , many congratulations! I loved your purse too 😉
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Thank you so much gorgeous gal 😀 Glad you like the purse too!!
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Wow that’s amazing! such an awesome start to 2015! I’m sure from this success you are
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Thanks so much Melba… such an encouraging comment!!! 😀 I’m really delighted! X
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….going to do such magical things this year! Brilliant artical too (sorry in my excitement I pressed send too early lol 😀xx
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lol don’t worry I caught it in time!!! Thanks again for your kind words… keeping the faith that 2015 is an amazing year for us all lovely 😀 X
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Congratulations, Karen! Wow, that is such an amazing achievement. If there is anyone in the world who deserves it, it is definitely you!
This can only be the start to an endless string of brilliant achievements for you. 🙂
I am going to head over to the article right now to read it. 😀
Well done! ❤ xx
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Awwwwwwwwww Diniiiii! You always say the blooming loveliest of things…. that is incredibly sweet and thank you so so so much! I think we both deserve a whole lotta loveliness in 2015 😀 Thanks so much for checking it out – you’re a wee gem ❤ *huge chum hugs*
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You are most welcome! 😀 I absolutely adored your article! 🙂
You are such a wonderful woman, Karen. Here’s to a wonderful year ahead! 😀
Sending you huge chum hugs right back. 🙂 ❤ xx
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Thank you sooooo much – you’re a wee gem in every way!! ❤ This has made me smile so much, you're such an encourager Nadine!! 🙂 Xo
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I am glad you have been able to find some encouragement in my words especially since I find encouragement in your too. 🙂 I always have a smile on my face when talking to you, Karen! 😀 xx
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ME TOO!!! This is bizarre as Steve only asked me ten minutes ago what I was smiling at my laptop for *lol* I said ‘I’m replying to Nadine’!!! haaa We’re such blog buddies!!!! 😀 ❤ Xo xo
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Hahaha definitely! That’s so sweet! 😀 Thank you for making my day, Karen! ❤ xx
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Oh wow that’s so amazing! So proud of you! See the hard work pays off!
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Hey Jen, thank you so much huni – you always say the nicest of things!! Hope you’re keeping well *huge hugs* X
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Aw, I am and I mean every word! 🙂
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🙂 Xo
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Congratulations, Karen!!!!! What an exciting thing to see your name in print! 😀 Fantastic article with some advice I will be keeping in mind for the future…
xoxo Mil
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Awwwh thank you Mil, you’re such a sweetie – always so encouraging!! Can’t thank you enough *hugs* XO
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Congrats Karen! So happy for you! I’m sure this will be one of many more to come. 🙂
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Thank you so much Stephie – much appreciated lovely!! Keeping fingers crossed 😉 X
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Nothing short of super awesome!
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Awwwww – thank you chum *massive hugs* Promise to drop you a line very very soon!! I’m sooo behind in catching up with you 😦 XXX
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Congrats Karen! What an amazing accomplishment, but no surprise. You’re a true talent. I am so proud of you! Great article too. I read the entire thing. Awesome advice for future brides.
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Awwwh Asa this has made me smile so much 🙂 Thank you kindly – your comment has made my day, chuffed to bits!!! SO happy you read the article too, thanks again – you’re so blooming lovely 🙂 X
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This is so wonderful! Congrats, sweety!
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Awwwh thank you so much huni – much appreciated!! Such an encouraging comment *hugs* 🙂 Xo
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