Today’s
post is a little encouragement that I have for my sisters and brothers because
I know what happens every year around this time. Even though this is a
joyous time to be with loved ones and family alike, people do become the true
versions of themselves. I say so because
a person will always be consistent with everything they do. If all of a sudden
they have behaviors or mannerisms you are not used to, they were just hiding
them. Only certain situations can bring that side of theirs out and this time
may be one of those situations. Don’t despair, weigh your options and make a
decision that you will be able to live with for the rest of your life because this
sets the tone of what your future may look like.
A
year today, I opened the doors of sindisosdiary
and published my first post. I can’t believe that I stuck to this journey for
12 consecutive months. A year is a long time especially in terms of what can be
done or achieved. Honestly I am in awe of the growth and the amount of learning
that has taken place within this year. Ever so often one has to delve into
reflection mode and acknowledge what they are grateful for. I for sure am
grateful for good health, family, having a career and a passion (blogging) that
is booming into something to look forward to everyday. A lot could have gone haywire
but to God’s grace, mercy and compassion; things have been more positive.
Sindiso’s
Lifestyle Diary is turning one in exactly 4 days’ time and I must say this is
so surreal. I started this blog as a way of sharing my love for
fashion, writing and reading with anyone willing to indulge in those things.
What started as a pastime is definitely flourishing into a passion. This
has been a year of many first times and unearthing of potential I never thought
I had in me. As I reflect on the past year, I am seeing growth, maturity and
confidence that the blog has afforded me to experience. I am still echoing the
words that I said in a reflection post here
that blogging, being the creative behind your blog and staying consistent is
really hard. Many times I found myself doubting every look or post I put
together wondering if people will enjoy it. And I must say that your support and
encouragement in this regard is unparalleled; THANK YOU!
When
I decided to start this blog, one of the few tags I wanted to
do was the “25 Get To Know Me Questions Tag”. I wrote this piece almost a year ago to-date.
It was meant to be a part of the first few posts I published but somehow I felt
I wanted my readers to know me from the way I present myself in my
posts than me just telling them that this is who I am. Now I think some of the
things I will be saying will have meaning and you can actually “see it” in me. The
1(one) year anniversary of sindisosdiary is almost here, and what better
day to publish this post than today. Whilst talking about that, I have been
putting together a small token of appreciation (gift) which will be awarded to
one lucky follower of sindisosdiary. The details of the giveaway
will be in my next post, so be on the lookout for that.