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Life In The Suburbs 2.0

in Everyday on 08/10/17

 

Do you notice anything different here?

Well, of course you do.  My little corner of the suburbs has a brand new look!  Say hello to my little makeover!

So what do you think? Is my new look bigger, wilder, meaner?  No, probably not, but that wasn’t the goal – that wouldn’t be me.  The goal was an updated, refreshed, clean look while hanging on to a little bit of that sass. Don’t you worry, this cleaner, sweeter, style, will still be as truthful and opinionated as ever.

So goodbye to all that pink, and to the little blonde cartoon version of me that has served me so well over the past 8 years.  Eight years! Thank you sweetie, after years of blogging with you at the helm, it was time to let you go and let the new me shine through.  

Hello to new dreams, and new goals.  Hello to new opportunities and some fabulous new ideas!

 I hope you will grab a cup of coffee, take a poke around and stay a while.  Mad love to all of you who’ve been with me since the beginning.  Equal love to all my new readers out there!  It’s always a good day when you stop by for a visit. Oh, and if you don’t have a coffee handy, perhaps you can win one!  Kissing goodbye an old look, ushering in a new one, and well, just because I adore all of you (and coffee) means it’s time for a little giveaway.

One lucky reader of How To Survive Life In The Suburbs 2.0 will WIN a $75.00 Starbucks Gift Card.  You know just because I love you that much.  Entering is easy.  Simply leave me a comment below telling me how long you’ve been reading my blog, then stock up on those extra entries by using the rafflecopter form provided below.

Open to Canada Only.  Ends September 1st, 2017

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PS Big Thanks to Krysten of Krizzy Designs for holding my hand throughout this entire process.

Need a new look?  She’s your girl!

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    Comments

    1. Jacki says

      August 10, 2017 at 2:34 pm

      Love the new look! Wow…congrats on 8 yrs! Wishing you many more passive-aggressive posts lol!! (they’re my favourite) 😊

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:09 pm

        LOL I promise, I will never give up the passive aggressive letters. Thanks for following along all this time!

    2. Jackie M says

      August 10, 2017 at 2:24 pm

      Love your new layout! So clean and modern! I’ve been reading about 2 years?

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:08 pm

        Thanks Jackie, for reading and the kind words!

    3. Suzanne Rudge says

      August 10, 2017 at 2:04 pm

      Congrats on the new look Stephanie! It is beautiful and classy, just like you. <3
      I have been a fan of yours for about 5 years now, around the time I took the plunge myself. And meeting you last year was a highlight for me! Enjoy your spiffy new home. 🙂

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:07 pm

        Suzanne your kindness never ceases to amaze me. Thank you for sharing my news with your readers and for the sweetest comment ever. You just made me a little teary. xoxo

    4. Janet M says

      August 10, 2017 at 2:00 pm

      I have been reading your blog for at least a year.

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:06 pm

        Thanks for reading Janet!

    5. Alicia Boisvert says

      August 10, 2017 at 2:00 pm

      I found you through mouse mama and added you a little while ago, I can’t remember exactly when but I have you liked and followed already. I love finding new bloggers and pages through others! So fantastic.

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:06 pm

        Oh she is the sweetest! Thanks for coming on over. Hope you come by again soon.

    6. Tricia Hope says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:56 pm

      I have enjoyed your posts for about 22 months

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:05 pm

        So fabulous! Thanks for reading!

    7. Cheryl B says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      I’ve been a reader for about 3 months now. I really enjoy the content of this blog.

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:05 pm

        Thank you, that means so much!

    8. nicky says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:34 pm

      I’ve been reading your blog for around 1.5 years. Love the new refresh!

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:05 pm

        Thanks Nicky! It’s going to take a little getting used to, but I’m loving it.

    9. Casey Miller says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:34 pm

      For two years at least!

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:04 pm

        Thanks for reading!

    10. Tara says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:27 pm

      I would think i’ve been reading the blog for at least 3 years..maybe more! But i do like the fresh new look.

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:04 pm

        Thanks Tara, I’m loving the new look and so happy you’re here!

    11. Jewels says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:25 pm

      Relatively new reader over here! I started reading last year.

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:03 pm

        Thanks so much for hanging out with us!

    12. Jonnie says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:16 pm

      I’ve been reading for many years, so long I can’t remember!

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:03 pm

        Bless you! Thanks so much for reading!

    13. Rhonda says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:11 pm

      I think I was introduced about 6 months ago…I do enjoy my coffee!!! lol

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:03 pm

        Well you are in the right place. All coffee drinkers welcome 🙂

    14. Shara W says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:08 pm

      I’m really not sure! At least a year I think.

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:02 pm

        I’m so happy you found me!

    15. LILLIAN M BROWN says

      August 10, 2017 at 1:07 pm

      I would guess about 2 years, enjoy your travel blog and read that section the most.

      • Stephanie says

        August 10, 2017 at 8:02 pm

        Thanks, Lillian, I’m loving writing about my travel adventures. More to come!

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