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I've wanted to share a post like this for a while now and as I've been blogging on and off for 6 years I wanted to share some of th...
I've wanted to share a post like this for a while now and as I've been blogging on and off for 6 years I wanted to share some of the tips I've learned about juggling blogging whilst still working. It is 100% something that can be done but requires alot of dedication and time.
Plan Your Posts
Planning your content in advance is definitely the most important thing I'd recommend as this means that whenever you are able to find some time to blog you will have some idea of what it is you want to say and this will hopefully make it easier to write posts.
I'd also recommend bulk writing posts if you have the time as this means that in a week where you are busier and don't have as much time you will still have some content to post.
Take Photos In Bulk
Similar to above I definitely recommend taking any post photos in bulk. By having content planned already it should be easier to work out what you need photos of. Another option that I've found useful is taking photos regularly when I have time and working a post around the images I already have.
Write When You Can
As I only work evenings I have time during the day that I can dedicate to writing posts and taking photos however, I always find I am more inspired to write late at night when I get home from work and use the day time hours I have to take photos and make the most of the day time. The majority of my posts are usually written around 2am or 4am.
Work out when you are most inspired and are likely to be able to dedicate time to your blog and go from there.
Scheduling and Social Media
There are various apps out there that allow you to write social media posts in advance and schedule them to post at various times throughout the day. i find this incredibly useful for when I've scheduled a blog post to go up at a time where I am at work. This means that I don't have to worry about finding the time to promote my posts whilst at work as they are already written and scheduled to post.
Don't Feel Guilty If You Can't Post
The most important thing I can say is you and your mental health will always come first. Blogging can be great and some days you can want to dedicate every second you have to it but there will also be days where you just don't have the time or you want to spend time with people and not think about it. Both of these are completely okay!
I wrote a post a couple of years ago about how sticking to a blogging schedule was just not something that was working for me and how I was okay with that. You can read that post here if you are interested.
Let me know if you have any more tips you want to share!
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A while ago I made these almond flavoured cupcakes and never got round to sharing the recipe so I thought I would share it here now....
A while ago I made these almond flavoured cupcakes and never got round to sharing the recipe so I thought I would share it here now.
What you need
60g butter/margarine (room temperature)
100g caster sugar
2 egg
1/2tsp almond flavoring
70g self-raising flour
100g ground almonds
What to do...
Preheat oven to 180°C/325°F/Gas 5
In a bowl mix together the butter and sugar until well mixed.. add the eggs and mix well
Add in the almond flavoring and the ground almonds, mix until well combined
Sift in the flour and mix well, this is where you can add more almond flavoring depending on your personal taste
Spoon the mixture into paper cases making sure they are only half full
Bake for 20 minutes until well risen and cooked though (you could use a cake skewer to check they are fully cooked)
Leave them to cool on a wire rack
For the Icing
Icing Sugar
Butter
Almond Flavoring
Add the butter to the bowl and mix until smooth and fluffy
Sift in the icing sugar and mix well
Add the almond flavoring and mix until well combined
Add the mixture to a piping bag and decorate how you wish.
Send me a pic if you make these!
If you're interested in more baking posts check these out!
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So as most of you will know Fathers Day is next week and if you are anything like me you always leave things to the very last minute when b...
So as most of you will know Fathers Day is next week and if you are anything like me you always leave things to the very last minute when buying things like presents.
Fathers Day for most people this year is likely to be very different to usual as at the time of writing this most places are still closed (some shops open Monday however not all and not places such as pubs & restaurants).
So for this gift guide I wanted to share some ideas for the day itself as well as just ideas for gifts as alot of dads I know are happy to just spend the day with their children & family.
Gift Ideas
Day Out/In Ideas
Breakfast In Bed
If you're lucky enough to be spending lockdown together, start the day with a breakfast in bed treat, make him his favourite breakfast or even just bring him a hot drink! Remember it's the thought that counts.
Film Nights
If you're not bored of watching films or shows yet then one idea could be getting comfy, grabbing some movie snacks and having a chilled out day/evening watching yours or his favourite films together (if you can).
BBQ & Snacks
As the weather in the UK has been mostly good these past few weeks one thing I know most dads love to do is set up a BBQ and have a fun night out in the garden with a few ciders/beers.
Picnic Walks
Similar to the BBQ idea why not pack a bag with some of his favourite snacks/lunches and go for a walk and picnic somewhere.
Virtual Pub Quiz/Video Calls
If you're not able to spend the day with your dad due to the lockdown there are many ways to celebrate virtually whether this is just a phone call chat or a virtual pub quiz over a video call.
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