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7 Year Blogiversary

January 5, 2022 By Ruthie Ridley 20 Comments

Ruthie Ridley Blog 7 Year Blog Anniversary

Honestly, if you had told me that I would be blogging for seven years and counting when I first started, I would’ve never believed you! We had just moved to California from Connecticut. My kids were 18 months, three years old and four years old. I was working full-time, plus a little overtime as a registered nurse, and I was in desperate need to create again.

I had blogs prior but I didn’t know what I was doing. One was for healthy eating (because I had lost a ton of weight) and the other was a compilation of food, fashion, fitness etc. I realized that, when the kids were really little, my creative outlet then was scrapbooking their photos.

Although I had several blogs prior, they were not in anyway successful. I was scared to try something creative online again. I prayed a lot about it! Finally I felt like the Lord told me if I could post to Instagram consistently for six months than I should start officially blogging in January 2015! That’s what I did.

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Initially, I was just doing it for fun. I had a sweet intern living with me at the time who was helping me with the kids while I worked. She would take my photos around town on an iPhone 3! I had no money so I would consign clothing to get new ones and sometimes do a bit of thrifting! I had so much fun!! I had a sweet friend say to me in the first month of blogging well, “I could see you making money doing this! There are bloggers out there that do this for a living!!” I couldn’t believe it! She showed me Kerrently Ker. She had a show, an incredible Instagram, and blog! From that moment on, I started to dream!

When I started to take my posting on Instagram seriously, I had 1,800 followers. I posted consistently 3 to 5 times per week! I did what I could to interact with my community and cultivate relationships within the blogger networking communities! In my first year with only 1,800 followers or so, I had companies willing to work with me for trade! I didn’t know how to pitch, but I reached out to them and they took my offer!

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For years, I worked as a nurse full time and created content for brands at the same time! I would do photo shoots on my lunch breaks, after work, on the weekends, etc. I would shoot whenever I could because, not only did I have a full-time job, but I had a full family at home! It began to become my dream to do this full-time! I was happiest when I was creating content, dressing up, and connecting with my community online!

In the craziest year ever (2020), I was able to leave my full-time job as a nurse. I was making six figures and very successful. I got to the point where I was making more as a content creator than I was as a nurse! It was time to take a leap of faith! Earlier that year, I was on a trip for a brand and I met some amazing women that introduced me to my current agency! God was looking out!

Here I am seven years later and I can’t believe I’m here. I’ll tell you what – I was the least qualified. I don’t even think I had the best style. I definitely was not the best writer or communicator, but God saw more! I started out insecure, broke and afraid, but I pushed through all of that and prayed even harder! He opened up doors with brands and companies that I never even dream of working with! This is my job, but I almost never feel like I’m working because I love it so much.

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For anyone who wants more in life and is wondering whether or not they can make a living doing what they love, I’m here to tell you it’s possible! Anything and everything is possible! Dream, pray, submit your life to God, dream some more and watch God do the miraculous!

If you’ve been here since the beginning, thank you for hanging out with me so long, even when I didn’t know what I was doing! And if you are just joining my community, I’m so so glad you’re here! So much love!

If you’d like to take a look at my blogging journey, simply click on the images below to see my past blog anniversaries throughout the years!

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An early Mother’s Day picnic with my mom and the An early Mother’s Day picnic with my mom and the girls!! Love making memories with my people!! We are all wearing @maurices dresses! Love the prints, colors and versatility for all generations on the site right now!! 💖 
#discovermaurices #maurices #ad
I have ALWAYS wanted to go to the Kentucky derby!! I have ALWAYS wanted to go to the Kentucky derby!!! Between the outfits, the socializing and all of the festivities, every year the derby 🐎 is calling my name!! I am SO excited to announce that if you’re like me and want to get to the derby 🐎 but can’t - Kendall Jackson is hosting a watch party 🎉 
Here are the deets:

Kendall-Jackson is hosting the largest West Coast Kentucky Derby party at the Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens on Saturday, May 7th
 between 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 

This amazing celebration will include: 
•Large-screen viewing of Kentucky Derby day races, fashion contests, and an on-site milliner creating unique hats. 
• Event proceeds benefitting Sonoma County meals on wheels program. 
• Derby-inspired Southern cuisine paired with award-winning Kendall-Jackson wines, including the limited edition co-branded Kendall-Jackson and Kentucky Derby® commemorative wines and so much more!!!
Visit 
https://www.kj.com/events/kentucky-derby-party to
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#kentuckyderby #kyderby @kjwines # ad
Striking a pose in the latest @evereveofficial Spr Striking a pose in the latest @evereveofficial Spring goodies!! These are my first pair of Good American jeans and I LOVE!!! So flattering and hugs you in all the right places. Head to stories to see a mini try on haul! Look linked in stories and in my bio  Use my code RUTHIE15 for 15% off
#evereveambassador #everevestyle
There is nothing like fresh, clean laundry hung ou There is nothing like fresh, clean laundry hung outside on a line + really nothing like a deep Spring cleaning! This is my favorite time of year!! I have been tackling my laundry and my deep cleaning with @norwex products! This was a new brand to me and I am SO glad that I came across them.  Everything by @norwex has no harmful chemicals!! For example: @Norwex’s Ultra Power Plus Detergent. It has biodegradable surfactants and is free from phosphates and fillers. Another one of my favorite products is the superior microfiber that can remove up to 99% of bacteria from surfaces with only water! This is all a part of the Safe Haven 5 set (swipe left)! Head to the link in my bio to create your own Safe Haven with these incredible products and get your Spring Cleaning on! #norwex #cleanwithpurpose
Walmart Spring 🌸 is giving HAPPINESS 🌼!!! Ho Walmart Spring 🌸 is giving HAPPINESS 🌼!!! Honey this dress is under $16.00 🤩 Head to stories too see a few other recent @walmart purchases!!! So so good! Loving all the bright yet soft colors out right now!! Outfits linked in my bio 😍 

#liketkit #LTKunder50 #Easter #LTKstyletip
@shop.ltk # ad #walmart #walmartfashion
https://liketk.it/3CgaV
Did I block the shot😅😂?!! #Dovepartner The g Did I block the shot😅😂?!! #Dovepartner The girls are very active in all of the sports right now and they are loving it! As they are growing up and becoming individuals we are constantly reminding them that their beauty comes from within not “without” and to never compare themselves to other girls around them! It’s crazy watching them grow! They have their own thoughts and opinions on things. Ava is taller than me by a few inches and Savannah is on her way!! I love who they are becoming and I’m so proud of their individuality and personal strength! #target #targetpartner #doveteens #doveselfesteemproject #selfesteem #freebeingme
#liketkit #LTKstyletip #LTKkids #LTKfit
@shop.ltk
https://liketk.it/3zPT2
Do y’all get up dressed for Easter?!! If so, do Do y’all get up dressed for Easter?!! If so, do you know what you’re wearing yet😛?!! I’m pretty sure this is my Easter dress!! #ThankYouAmazon! Help me vote for sureeee on stories!! SO many good options on #amazon right now!!! Sharing 11 other incredible Easter dress options on stories! Let me know which one is your fave!! This pretty Boho number is linked in bio 🤩🤩 📸 @etchedintime_photography
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