Happy Third Blogiversary to Me!

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Image Source: Hanger.co.nzOn August 4, 2011, I started this little blog. You can go back and read my simple first post here. I say it every year, and every year it holds true – I could not have ever foreseen how that day changed my life in such a profound way. I really had no expectations, I just knew I wanted to start writing about our wedding and sharing what I was learning about Disneyland weddings. I had no idea it would lead me to so many wonderful new friends, so many unique experiences, and would eventually become my full-time job. To anyone out there who thinks they want to start a blog but you’re putting it off for any number of reasons – maybe you don’t know what your first post will be about, maybe you’re scared no one will read it, maybe you think you don’t have time to maintain it – to you I will give the same advice Carly at Magical Day Blog gave to me three years ago today: Just do it. Just start. Start right now! No more excuses. If you want it, go do it. Imagine if I had waited until the “perfect” moment to start my blog … I might still be waiting. Instead, starting this blog gave me a whole new perspective and purpose in life.

But enough mushy stuff! To celebrate three years, I’m giving away lots of fun things! Thank you to all my friends who agreed to either donate an item or their valuable time to celebrate my blogiversary. ONE winner will receive the following fabulous items:

• A $30 Disney gift card
• New copy of “My Fair Wedding” book by David Tutera, generously donated by Disneyland Bride Katie. Thanks Katie!
• 30 minute Skype consultation with event planner Renee of Moxie Bright Events.
• One hour photo shoot at Disneyland (or select locations in LA/OC counties) with Michelle Lacson Photography*
• Nautical Tie the Knot pillow cover with custom accent color** and date from Ena’s Bazaar
• DIY Your DOC e-book from event planner Liz of Silver Charm Events

*Included with the photo shoot: One hour photo shoot for two people and 20 edited digital photos. Family shoots will be considered. Subject to Michelle’s availability and must be used before 8/31/2015. Winner must provide their own transportation and entry fee to Disneyland.
**Subject to availability

To enter, just complete the steps in the Rafflecopter below. The giveaway will stay open for one week, so be sure to come back and complete the appropriate entries every day!

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Thanks for continuing on this journey with me.

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