EEk, Happy Monday, friends!! Hope all is well, and you are recouping from the weekend. I am seriously blown away that it is already that time again to celebrate the birth of Dashing Darlin’. This darlin’, bell sleeve dress is the perfect touch to help in the celebration.
Shucks, this has been the most exciting yet the most challenging two years of my life. I would never have come this far if it wouldn’t be for the support and encouragement from my best friend, Michael, my amazing family, and for the support and encouragement from all of you.
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Many near and far have been puzzled to why I pursued this wild adventure. Many have made statements that have encouraged and some discouraged. It may seem strange to take pictures of outfits and beauty products. But, there is so much more to all of us than makeup and cute clothes.
It is the “so much more” that has been the mission and the assignment for Dashing Darlin’.
I didn’t step out in the blogging world to seek to be affirmed by fellow friends, mothers, or by my kind followers. I branched out because I felt compelled to affirm and to draw attention to the value that each woman contains deep within them. Outward beauty and immaculate style doesn’t make us more liked or more valuable. Our worth and value is only found in knowing that we are loved by God. He loves with no conditions or expectations.
“Live from the abundant place that YOU ARE LOVED, and you won’t find yourself begging others for scraps of love.”
“There is an abundant need in this world for your exact brand of BEAUTIFUL.”
In honor of this two year blogiversary, I want to show appreciation to all of you. I will be giving away some amazing prizes on my instagram throughout the week: HERE. Check each day for all of the details.
“God is okay with me even when I’m not okay with me (that is a beautiful truth).”
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Thanks for every click, for every kind word, and every moment that you have spent reading my words and my post. I’m forever thankful for you. Can’t wait to celebrate all week.
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I have been eyeballing that dress! It looks gorgeous on you! Congrats on your blogiversary!! Mine is in two weeks 🙂 yay!! Cheers to many more!
Liz
http://Www.lizzieinlace.com
What a beautiful dress and a beautiful post! Happy 2 years – here’s to many more!
Stephanie
theblondestyleblog.com
I love that dress; it’s so cute! It fits you perfectly!
Belle | One Awesome Momma
CONGRATS on two years!!! I am so glad that we found each other along the way! You have been a HUGE source of encouragement and light to me on this journey. I believe the very best days lie ahead for you! This dress is AMAZING and so is that bouquet!! WOW!!!!
Happy blogiversary. You have come along way and that dress is stunning. Love love
Congratulations!! I am so excited for you! And you look gorgeous!
This dress is so gorgeous on you and perfect to celebrate two years! What an exciting day! So glad I’ve gotten the chance to know you through blogging! xo
Happy Blog Anniversary! You look so gorgeous in that dress! xo, Nataly
You look just stunning! Congrats on 2 years babe! Loving all your post 🙂
xoxo
Sarah Lindner
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com
I love why you reached out on the blog. I agree that outward beauty isn’t everything! I do love this dress though, it’s gorgeous on you!
Congrats on two years! These photos are beautiful!
xo!
Shelby
http://www.glitterandgingham.com
Congrats on two years!! That’s so exciting. I just discovered your blog and love it already 🙂 Keep up the beautiful work.
Happy 2 years, girl! You deserve it all! Love this beautiful dress too, and those flowers!!
XO
Lee Anne
http://www.lifebylee.com
This blog post is darling! I adore that dress!
Congratulations! Your right, there really is so much more to blogging. Keep up the good work.
Happy blog birthday babe!! Keep killing it. Also love love that dress.
What a stunning dress, photography and floral arrangement! I can’t get over it. So lovely.
Happy two year blogiversary!!! Those florals are amazing!! And that pink bell sleeve dress is to die for!
Meghan | beyondbasicblog.com
What a wonderful accomplishment!! Congrats! That bouquet is beyond gorgeous, and so is that dress!
Maggie
http://www.polishedclosets.com
What a gorgeous dress! Love how you styled it with the heels and jewelry.
You look absolutely gorgeous! Happy Blogiversary!
First, Happy Anniversary!! What you have accomplished in those two years is inspiring! Second, that dress is everything! So perfect for Valentines Day!
http://www.flashesofdelight.com
Such a beautiful girl and a beautiful bouquet! Congrats babe!
Congratulations on your 2 years! I’m loving the dress and the beautiful flowers!
This bell sleeve dress is too cute! Cheers to 2 years.
I love seeing people celebrate anniversaries and being successful.
You are beautiful! I adore that dress and whole outfit so much. Happy blogiversary!
Happy Blogiversary! Love your beautiful pictures.
Babe, you are gorgeous! Love the dress and flowers too.
amazing post!!! thanks for sharing xx
I am LOOOVING this dress! So freaking adorable and perfect for Valentine’s day. You and I have the same figure so I know it will look perfect on me. And congrats on your anniversary! Such an accomplishment to be doing what you love for 2 years 😉
Congratulations on your blogiversary! I absolutely love these photos, that dress is stunning!
xx,
Lauren | http://www.discodaydream.com
Congrats on 2 years! Love your blog, and love that dress on you, so adorable!
That color looks amazing on you!!
Happy blogiversary pretty girl! You look gorgeous in these photos!
Greta | http://www.gretahollar.com
These photos are so gorgeous and that dress is so pretty! kimballandkedzie.com
Happy blogiversary pretty lady! Best wishes for continued success!
You look stunning in that dress,it compliments you so well. Happy Blogiversary! Keep up the good work!!
Xo,
Shreya
https://mymagicaltrunk.com/
Happy blogiversary and I love your dress! So cute! 🙂
Congrats on two years of blogging! I have really enjoyed supporting and following you along! 🙂 I absolutely love this pink bell sleeve dress!
xx,
Amanda || http://www.fortheloveofglitter.com
Yay! Happy 2 years, pretty mama. Loving your style, keep it coming 🙂 xo
Congratulations on this milestone! You are such a true beauty and huge inspiration to me and so many other women! ?
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