I enjoy reading in general but reading blogs that are written by wonderful and empowering women is one of my favorite things to do. I have been blogging now for about 5 years and I have seen a lot of new blogs come and go. But I have also seen some of my faves completely thrive and it’s been amazing to watch and see their growth. One of my favorite things about my own blogging journey is some of the friendships that I have made along the way. I have come across a few bloggers that I have connected with on a much more personal level and now I consider them some of my best friends and not just “some blog I read.” Two ladies come to mind immediately when I think about this so I thought that I would share them and my thoughts on them and their blogs with you today.
I swear sometimes if I didn’t have these ladies in my life, I don’t honestly know what I would do. They lift me up when I am down, and are always there for me no matter what, and are constantly pushing me and challenging me to be a better blogger and person. These ladies are truly uplifting and inspiring and I am honored to call them my friends.
#1
CHRISTINE from SimplyStine.com
Christine is not only an amazing blogger but she is also one of my favorite friends that I have met through blogging. She is genuinely concerned for others and loves to help people with their own blogging goals. I find her to be one of the sweetest and kindest people I have ever come across and I truly appreciate her friendship more than she will ever know. She has a wealth of information on makeup and skincare and is always the first person I go to for my skincare advice. And let’s be honest, she’s pretty much the first person I go to for just about anything. I find her blog refreshing and well written and I love the mixture of content that she puts up. And girlfriend knows her way around with a camera and always has the most gorgeous photos. Christine is not only total #BLOGGERGOALS but is the kind of girl I want as a BESTIE.
#2
HOPE from MissHopeElizabeth.com

Hope is about half my age but I connect with her on so many levels it is just crazy. She is such an old soul and that is one of the things I love most about her. I can count on her for advice, inspiration, and just about anything else. Hope and her husband CJ are newlyweds (Married over a year now and they got married on their 5 year dating anniversary.) They are happy dog parents and recently moved to Wilmington, NC from Kentucky so they are also fans of the Salt life. I have been friends with Hope for about 5 years now and can’t wait to finally meet her in person one day. Hope has changed her blog around and given it a new look a few times and each time it just gets better and better. She is not only a great blogger but also makes amazing youtube content as well. Hope takes great pride in her work and it shows. I can’t wait to see where the future takes this amazing young lady!
I hope you enjoyed this quick and personal post. I adore these ladies so much and just had to share them with you guys. I think we all need and deserve a few “GO TO GIRLS” in our life right? And these are mine.

Absolutely love you girl! So glad we connected through blogging. Can’t wait to visit soon!
Miss Hope Elizabeth
I’m so glad we connected too. And I cannot wait until the day that me and Allen get to meet you and CJ!
You are seriously the best! This meant so much to me!!!!
Well your friendship means the world to me, so I am glad! Thanks for always being such a great cheerleader and support, not only to me but for all fellow bloggers as well. U ARE AMAZING and don’t you ever forget it.
How sweet! They sound like amazing women. I’ll have to check out their blogs. 🙂
I’ll definitely check both of these out, I love discovering new bloggers xx
Gemma Etc. ❤️