Dude. (Can I call you dude? ‘k, thanks.) It’s really my 300th blog post. The only reason I even know that is because I looked at the number of published posts. Yesterday I was at 299. So, naturally, this one is the 300th post. Does it sound like I have nothing to write about? Um, maybe you’re right. Oh, and congratulations, Lisette. You can add ‘1’ to a number.
Thanks to all of you who read this little ‘ol blog. I mean it. Every comment means so much to me! I try replying as soon as I can! I honestly didn’t know what I was doing when I started this blog last summer. I still feel that I have a long way to go to “get it.” Many times I write in an academic voice. I really don’t sound like this (most times) although that’s something I should ask my husband. He’ll never turn down a chance to call me a nerd. Ever.
Lately I’ve been feeling anxiety. No. Not the full-blown type that people are medicated for (although medication sounds good right about now). The kind that comes with stress, and deadlines, and preparing for travel. We’re going to NYC for a wedding this weekend and, between last-minute alterations, blog obligations, design obligations and keeping house, I’m stressed. I can’t even begin to understand how working moms (or even full-time moms) get so.much.done. Every day. The house slowly comes undone with dust + laundry to be taken care of, and all I can think of are a dozen other things that need to be done. Not to mention all the cooking and cleaning reheating leftovers in the kitchen.
I’ve never been a person to stress out over mundane things, but I guess when you’re not working 9-5 you’re still bound to experience stress in a different way. Such is life, right?
In other news, I finally “made it official” with PassionFruitAds and put a ring on it. I asked Jason to reciprocate the announcement and this is what he gave me:
Hilarious, right? Touche, Jason. Touche. OH, and because I have nothing to say, I’m going to share some pictures with you.
This past weekend we went out to Savannah with friends and I took the opportunity to play with my camera, much to my husband’s chagrin. Oh, and ignore the fact that I’m writing about the weekend on a Wednesday. Thanks. Here’s a little taste of Savannah…
Would you believe it if I told you that none of these pictures were taken on full auto? I actually manually set the ISO and aperture on these. I even manually focused most of these (well, the one with the artist drawing a portrait). I already learned that I want a higher aperture setting for landscapes and city life. And, taking pictures using a non-zoom lens (50mm f/1.8) while out in a group maaaay not be the best idea. You have to physically step away from what you’re snapping pictures at and you end up annoying your husband. Stick with the kit lens, Lisette.
I like that so many artists live in Savannah and sell their work right on River Street. Oh, and next time I WILL be going inside that River Street Sweets to take pictures. They have the most divine homemade fudge. Best of all? You get a free sample on your way in (and if you’re like me) also on your way out. Yum!
Trust me when I say you’ll see a lot more of Savannah on here. You will. Because when you’ve been dying for a nice camera and you finally get one, that’s what you do. Annoy the hell out of everyone on a day out, or go by yourself and look like a pathetic tourist. I swear I’m gonna trip on a curb and fall flat on my face…and on my camera.
Pray that I don’t fall on my face. Also, hope that I don’t break my new camera. I’ll be devastated…and in the dog house.
Linking up with Random Wednesday, Your Whims Wednesday, Wildcard Wednesday.
Codi says
What does it mean to “make it official” with passionfruit ads? I’ve seen a few people say that lately.
Lisette says
Haha! It means that you’ve paid the annual fee to keep selling ads. It’s only $50/yr until Aug 31st. After that it reverts to $9/month ($108/year).
Tara says
Yay congrats on your 300th post and great job practicing using your camera! :)
Susanne says
Congrats girlie! That’s great :) 300 is quite a number/
Rachel says
Congrats on a nice camera and 300…that is awesome lady cakes!
Mar @ t.o. & fro says
I was recently in South Carolina and visited River Street Sweets. Yummmmy!
Amanda @ Adventure Year says
Congrats on number 300! Those pictures of Savannah make me want to go even more. I can’t wait to get down to the south! It also makes me realize how much love I show my photography (read:zero!) and how much I want to work on it. Good luck with your stress. :)
Because Shanna Said So says
Congrats on your 300th post! Girl, you may not think you “get it” in blog world, but my Lord, look how far you have come in just a year!! You def know what’s going on!! So proud of ya, sister!! And I feel ya on the stress, you should see my house, BUT I just tell myself that there are more important things in life than a clean house…it’s overrated!! And that tweet is freaking hilarious!!
Michelle says
Congrats! :)
Aimee says
Congratulations on your 300th! Love the photos – great job! :)
Rachel Murphree says
Jason cracks me up. These photos of Savannah are great though. I can’t wait to see more of the city. And also, congrats on 300 posts!
Kerry says
Congrats on the 300th post! I so look forward to when you figure out your camera more so we can get some tutorials! Hint, Hint, wink, wink! Just kidding. Great shots though!
Holly H says
I don’t mind seeing photos of Savannah…it’s on my list of places to visit :-)
Mana Smith says
I thought about making it official with Passionfruit, but I’m pretty sure I don’t have enough followers yet to be selling adspace.
Mana
Fashion and Happy Things
joannerambling says
300 post is nothing to sneeze at………..ok may it is since I wrote this I sneezed………….lol You know I have no idea how many posts I have done, just not something I look at………….well good on you for being able to manually set the camera and take a good photo I am not that good I need the auto setting and then sometimes my photos still turn out crap…………..lol
Lisa @ Sorority Life to Army Wife says
My husband discovered that River Street Sweets will give you multiple free fudge samples. The only reason we didn’t buy any is because it was so danged hot out!
Meg O. says
Happy 300th post!!! I’ve ALWAYS wanted to go to Savannah, too. One day!!!
Mare says
Congratulations to the best DIL ever on your 300! Keep it up and never stress about housework!! Love you.
Lisette says
Thanks Mare! Love you too! Xoxo
Kelly says
Congratulations on 300 and this made me check and guess what? My next post will be my 400th so thank you for letting me know!
xx
Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
Lisette says
Congrats on 400 posts! yay!
Amber says
Yay for 300 posts! Definitely a milestone. I think blogging is always a learning process, no matter how long you’ve done it!
Lisette says
Thanks Amber! Means a lot coming from you!
Samm says
Love the pictures! I don’t sell ads on PF so I opted not to make it official, but I think the new set up will work wonders for people that sell ads!
XO,
samm