Hello! My name is Whitney and I am the blogger behind Beauty in the Mess. I am mama to four littles ages 5 years, 4 years, 2 years, and a six month old. I’ve been married to my college sweetheart for 13 years. I’m one of those weirdo’s who never meant to start a blog. It was suggested that I start one for a direct sell business and it took on a life of it’s own. I’m not complaining. I love writing at Beauty in the Mess. My favorite topics to write about are…everything
What is your blogging inspiration?
I started BITM to encourage other moms who were in the same stage of life as me. To remind them that they aren’t alone. Motherhood is hard. But we can band together and support one another. I wrote How to Date Your Husband When You Can’t Afford Dates because I was brainstorming date ideas that would be within our budget. When my son was diagnosed with Childhood Apraxia of Speech, I was desperate for ideas of what to do with him at home that would complement his speech therapy. Hence the resource, 50 Repetitive Book for Children with Apraxia of Speech.
What is your niche?
My niche would probably be lifestyle. Although I have heard others call lifestyle blogs, the junk drawer of the blogging world. I tried to just write about healthy living with an emphasis in essential oils, but that wasn’t me. I had to write about life. Something that gave me hope when I felt hopeless because the day to day was so draining and lonely. I wouldn’t have more than 5 categories. I’m in the process of making mine more broad so I can narrow them down.
How do you find time to write?
Hmm. Honestly? I sit down with my laptop after I get the kids in bed and try to crank out posts. It used to happen during nap time, but my children are boycotting nap time at the moment. I try to brainstorm during the day, and sometimes I come up with great post ideas that I know I could never forget. Until I forget them. I need to get better at writing them down, or at least making a note in my phone.
Thank you for reading, and thanks to Becky and Paula for having me! This was fun!! Don’t forget to stop by Beauty in the Mess and introduce yourself!!
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