Why I Started a Blog, and How You Can, Too!

Four months ago I had no idea I would be starting a blog.  Seriously.

I had no idea that I would be writing for an hour nearly every day about topics I loved.  Or, that anyone would read what I wrote–let alone thousands of people!  Or, that I could make money while doing it.

And, yet I am.

I had always been a closet writer.  You know the kind who carried around a small notebook as a kid so I could write down ideas for stories or snippets of poetry I was working on.  However, I rarely showed my writing to anyone.  In fact it was a HUGE deal when I showed my (now) husband my poetry for the first time.   I was so nervous that my hands were shaking!

I had a vague idea that I would love to write a book…someday.  And it might be nice to have a poem published in a journal…sometime.  I loved reading blogs like Crystal’s Money Saving Mom and Abby’s Just a Girl and Her Blog.  Maybe I could do it, too….in the future.

Then I happened to see a small ad on Just a Girl and Her Blog that claimed to be able to help anyone start a blog in just seven days.  I was intrigued and clicked on the link.  And that simple click changed my life.

I went from having a “someday” mindset to a “hey, I can do this now” frame of mind.

As a part of the seven-day course, I read Abby’s Building a Framework, a step-by-step guide to beginning a successful blog.  There were chapters on

-how to purchase a domain name

-how to get a host (with screenshots for the technologically impaired like me)

-how to build great content

-how to upload and format quality images

-and more

Armed with this knowledge, I decided to take the plunge–and The Orthodox Mama was born.

I began The Orthodox Mama for four main reasons:

1. To share my ideas on faith, family, and frugal living.

2. To encourage others in their faith journey and family life.

3. To introduce non-Orthodox to the Orthodox faith in a non-threatening way.

4. To hone my skills as a writer.

And, amazingly, in two and a half months over 10,000 people have visited my little corner of the blogosphere!  People from Greece to Serbia, Nicaragua to Hong Kong have stopped by, commented, and shared their thoughts.  I have been blessed to be featured on fantastic, well-established blogs like Living Well Spending Less, Money Saving Mom, and Orthodox-Reformed Bridge.  I have even been able to make a little money to help support my family.

And, I am starting to work on a book.  It’s not someday anymore.  It’s now.

Today I am absolutely thrilled to be able to share some great news with you!  Abby’s book, Building a Framework: This Ultimate Blogging Handbook has been updated and is launching today!  If you have ever thought about starting a blog, or  if you already have a blog but want some advice on monetizing or expanding–this is the book for you.

There are 3 different packages available

Package One: ($25)

-updated eBook

-updated Blog Binder Printables

Package Two: ($50)

-all of Package One, plus

-access to the exclusive Facebook group (Personal side note:  I am a part of this group, and have found it to be as valuable as a class.  I ask questions and receive instant answers.  It’s a great place to network and find other bloggers to partner with.  And, it’s really nice to have a group of people who understand your day-to-day struggles and joys as a blogger.)

-15+ Step-by-Step Videos (covering many technical topics and programs that can help your blog grow quickly, such as Tailwind, Google Analytics, CoSchedule, Mail Chimp, and Social Media sites)

Package Three: ($75)

-all of Package Two, plus

-15 Videos with expert bloggers (covering topics such as Writing & Voice, Photography, Growing Your Following, The Tech Side of Blogging, eBook Writing, and more!)

If you want to learn how to start a blog, you won’t find a better resource anywhere.

If you are at all interested, click on this link.  You will be taken to a Abby’s landing page which will give more details–including a peek at the table of contents and a sample chapter.  Take a look, read the chapter, and see what you think.  There is no obligation to purchase.

I guarantee that you will not be disappointed.  You will definitely receive a huge return on your investment.  Other professional blogging courses that offer this much information range from $150-$400.

And, who knows, four months from now you may be sitting at your own computer–writing a post that will be viewed by thousands, earning some money, and following your dreams.

I sure hope so.  Send me an e-mail when you do.  I’d love to feature you here on The Orthodox Mama.

Here’s to you, turning your someday into your now.

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