Hi guys – hope you are well and as excited as I am for the blogging contest. So, the wait is finally over but, before that a little history of my blog about and how blogging has helped me. Because, a blog birthday is the best time to share it, right?
Three years back I started blogging to be accountable, for my weight loss journey! When I started blogging it was more like a memo and for weight checks only! Trust me there is nothing wrong in that. It’s completely okay to start a blog, as a hobby. In fact, you want that’s all your blog can be a hobby. But, you can maybe even make a profession out of it. (Let me know in the comments section if you want me to do a post on this)
How blogging has helped me
- Blogging has made me more creative
- Blogging has almost turned me into a mompreneur
- Blogging has given me the freedom to earn money, from the comfort of my home
- Blogging has given me the liberty to work when I want, without a dress code
- Blogging has given me many friends
I started taking part, in a lot of Blog-Hops and it really helped me connect with bloggers and better my blogging. Twitter is an amazing tool to make friends, did you know? (The right kind obviously!)
So, to sum it up why should you blog and become a blogger?
- To start an online journal
- Become an entrepreneur
- Meet new and like-minded people
- Write about what you like for fun or as a profession
Blogging Contests And Linky
I have hosted three linky’s on my blog so far, one solo and two with co-blogger Shalini r. Linking up is an amazing way to get to know thoughts of other bloggers and to connect with them.
The Blog Hops Hosted By Me
And, now without further ado, I present you with the Blog Birthday Celebration will be hosted by Geethica & yours truly!
RULES FOR #SLIMTURNS3 Blog Birthday Celebration
- Share this post on any two social media of your choice (Instagram Stories/ Twitter/ FB/ Pinterest) and tagging the hosts
- One blog post not less than 350 words, will be required to be written
- The prompts will be given soon and do not worry it will not be brain-racking or too much time-consuming
- The prizes will include Amazon Vouchers worth 6K and there will three winners for sure
Important Things To Bear In Mind
- This contest is valid for bloggers all around, but please ensure to provide us Indian postal address. If the winners reside, out of the country, they will get Amazon.in vouchers, sponsored by Slim Expectations. (valid for a year)
- Commenting on the all the blog post’s shared by the host, in the group is a must, and to share on any social media of your choice ( more the merrier)
- As it’s a birthday party, make sure to chit-chat and in the virtual world, it means to comment on each other’s posts.
- No, birthday is complete without games- so be sure there will be some fun games and yes with exciting gifts. (And, that gift is not the main gift) We will update you on the games in the Whatsapp group
- Please Note your post cannot have a backlink of any other brand/ product/book etc
- Use the hashtag #SlimTurns3
The Winners Will Be Chosen On The Following Basis
- Content
- Following Of Rules
- Sharing and commenting on other bloggers (It’s just one blog post per blogger you can do it)
- It is mandatory to comment on the host’s post, and share on any one social media platform of your choice
Well, no birthday is fun without a Piñata or a loot bag, right? So, let me tell you how to gather more goodies.
Loot Bag
This is your loot bag and you can earn extra points by the following:
1- Shout outs on Instagram, Twitter and FB to both the hosts
2- Linking up with just one host is enough. It should be a do follow the link to the hosts
3- Subscribing to the newsletters, of both the hosts
4- Share the posts by the contestants you like on your Blog / Personal FB page.
5- Have fun, this is for enjoyment and to make friends so do chit-chat 🙂 and share and comment on others posts too.
NOTE* The prompts can be found here.
Hey sounds fun…too excited to know the prompts Z.
Also I was wondering why such a blog name.. Now it is clear.. expection to go slim
Yaaayyy…happy to be a part of this celebration 🙂
Hello Zainab, I am interested in participating in the contest. Excited about this and congrats on completing three years as a blogger :).
Wow.. Its so much interesting and exciting 😍😍
Congratulations Zainab, looking forward to a fun filled celebration 🙂
I too have started my blog just to record my life’s best moments and share my book reviews but blogging has become a part of my life now. It helps me to manage stress and gives me a satisfaction. Looking forward to the contest:-)
Congratulations for third blog anniversary , Happy for you 🙂
I am IN , with your celebrations and participating in this 🙂
Hi, Zainab, this definitely excites me. I am looking forward to it. I have never taken part in any bloggers contest so far. Hope to learn a lot.
Really excited to be part of the birthday celebrations.
Congratulations and yeah looking forward to more learnings and fun👍
Congratulations Zainab for successful 3 years of Blogging. Excited to be part of slimturns3 celebration
Sounds fun. Looking forward to celebration 🙂
Wow great place to connect to like minded people.looking forward for the prompts
Hi Zainab. I’m in. Read the rules and joined the Whatsapp group. Really need a push for my blog… Been lagging behind… Hope m able to do it. 🙂 Looking forward.
Hi, I am in.. would love to write something.
Hi Z, sorry i read the post rather late. Was traveling and could not find time to read or write anything. Congratulation for your achievement. I am in for the contest.
Blogging has given me so much that I cannot even express.
So, I wish you many more years of this wonderful feeling called blogging 🙂
Blogging has made me a much better person and that is my biggest win from it 🙂
Congrats on the 3 years and here’s to many many more years.
Blogging has changed my life all for good. I feel that I have this identity where only my hardwork and my skills count. It’s all just about me and my community. All the best Z for your blog birthday
I would love to be in your birthday party . Congrats on completing 3 years .And do post about making one’s blog earning too
Congratulations Zainab!!!! Would love to be a part of blog party celebrations!!!
Congo for the celebrations… M so excited to join the things with you all. God bless
Hey Z! I am totally game for this. Would love to try something new.
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I have participated in 2 of your linkys and planning to join the 3rd one from next month onwards! I always enjoy your linky parties coz i love the prompts & the general gaity all around!
Congratulation on your blog Birthday!
looking forward to the cheer & celebrations with all bloggers, Geethica & you!!!
Congratulations zainab 🙂 May you have many more . 💗 Am super excited to take part in the celebration😍
Excited to be part of your birthday celebration plus other projects. Let’s have a blast. 💞
Yay congratulations and i am excited for it …and your blogging journey is inspiring
Looking forward to this. Will definitely be participating
Many congratulations on your blog birthday, Z and thanks a bunch for hosting this giveaway! What a way to celebrate! Count me in, I’m all up for it! Happy birthday again.
Wow !! Loved reading your experience. You know I started blogging because I wanted to pen down my parenting experience. Now I enjoy it to the fullest.
I look forward to contest.
congrats Zainab for completing 3 years… may God bless you for all up coming years.. very happy to be part of this celebration 💕❤😍
Congratulations Zainab and wish you a long and successful haul! Thanks for the invite to the celebration party. Count me in for the celebration.
Happy to be a part of this celebration. One of the most unexpected outcomes of blogging has been finding new and really close friends.
This looks super exciting! Will definitely join in!
Now its clear why the blog name is slimexpectations 🙂 You know many people tell me that they also want to start a blog and the first question they ask me is ‘How do I make money from it’. I feel bad and irritated too. We all have started it because blogging is our passion and then we start earning money from it. Blogging has so many benefits. And this contest news is great. I am excited!
Yayyy Congratulations On Your Blogs Birthday.
Excited To Be A Part Of The Celebrations ❤
Loved how honest you are Zee. I really agree about making new friends on twitter and other social media earning an income
An article that talks about blogging and then leads to contest. Well well, though I have not been lucky with contests, will definitely want to be part of this one. 🙂
Blogging is great, isn’t it? It has helped me too – incredibly! Social media is awesome.
Hey dear many congratulations on completing 3 successful years. Many more to come!!
Our blog is like our child. So the birthday is special 😊😊 Wish you get all the success in coming days.
Hi Zainab…I am elated to join the celebration and be part of ur contest…I m hoping to have a learning experience.
First, really sorry for the late visit..and my heartiest congrats for 2 successful years of blogging. you know, I am already enjoying all the activities and learning a lot from you dear. best wishes to you, keep rocking.
Congratulations Zainab for successfully completing 3 years of blogging. Joining in your celebrations.
Cheers
MeenalSonal from AuraOfThoughts
Happy third blog anniversary, Zainab. More power to you!
Well happy *belated* blogiversary to you! Blogging has taught me creativity too 😊
Lovely post.. I have a blogging lover here.. Will save this blog for future