Friday, February 24, 2012

LOVEly Blanks

I'm actually writing this on Thursday night because today I have to be up at 4AM so I can open. I tell you all what though, I much prefer opening to closing! I get to have a nice, clean quiet restaurant for a little while, free coffee and it means that I'll be done with work no later than 1PM. Nice, right?

So for this lovely Friday, here is the Fill in the Blank Friday from last week! If you want to play along, check out the little things we do.



1.  The love of my life is  maybe Boyfriend? We'll see!

2.   Falling in love is  a gradual process. I do believe in love at first sight but I think that you fall in love slowly, as you learn more and more about someone.

3.  Marriage is  not a fairytale. It's hard work. But when it works, it is one of the most worthwhile things in live.

4. The longest relationship I've ever had was  about 6 years.

5. The key to a good relationship is  trust and forgiveness.

6. I feel loved when  someone goes out of their way for me, even if it's something simple like doing my dishes (thanks Boyfriend),

7.  My favorite quote about love is  "If you want to know where your heart is look to where your mind goes when it wanders."

Happy Friday everyone!


P.S. The winner of the Scentsy giveaway is Krystal of Krystal's Kitsch! Krystal, please email me to claim your prize!


P.S.S. Don't forget to enter my 1,000th post giveaway!

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Uncommon Goods Giveaway

To celebrate hitting 1,000 posts
I thought a special giveaway was in order!

Uncommon Goods is one of my favorite online stores.
They sell special and unique items
from amazing artists and handmade sellers.

Some of my personal favorites:



Today you can enter to win
A $50 Gift Certificate to


Here's How To Win
(Please leave a separate comment for each entry)

Mandatory Entry:
You must be a follower of Why Girls Are Weird.
(comment telling me how you'd spend your gift certificate)

Extra Entries:
Follow Why Girls Are Weird on Facebook and/or Twitter (1-2 entries)
Tweet and/or Blog about this giveaway (1-2 entries)

A winner will be announced 
Friday March 2nd.


P.S. I'm hosting a Scentsy giveaway! Check it out here, you know you want to!

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

One Thousand

Today is MOMENTOUS for me.

Because today is my 1000th post.

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I've been blogging here since November 2007 and although I had blogs before this one I have never stuck with a blog for as long as this one.  Why Girls Are Weird is my home and I can't even begin to explain how grateful I am to have this blog and to have you all as readers.

I wracked my brain to figure out what I wanted for this 1000th post.  And I decided that I'm going to share with you all some things I've learned from blogging.

10 Things I've Learned From Blogging

  1. You Need To Be Yourself - It's so easy to read other blogs and think "I want to be just like this blogger".  I do that ALL THE TIME when reading my favorite blogs.  In the end, your niche should be being YOU.  Just being genuine is what's going to bring readers in and at the end of the day it's going to make you a happy blogger.
  2. Keep It Real - Life is not always puppies and rainbows.  While your blog shouldn't always be "woe is me" it also shouldn't be "my life is sparkly and perfect"!  My favorite blogs are ones in which the bloggers open themselves up.  And I do the same because I hope that maybe a blogger going through the same stuff as me is going to find strength in the fact that they are not alone.
  3. Read Before You Comment - If you're going to comment on someone's blog, make sure you read what they write first.  There is nothing worse than writing some heart-wrenching post and then getting a comment like "Wow that is so awesome!  Follow me back!"
  4. Comment Back - If you leave a comment on my blog I will return the favor.  If you take time out of your day to comment on one of my posts of course I want to do the same for you.  It's a respect thing and I want my commentors to know that I appreciate them reading and following along.
  5. Tweet Tweet - Twitter is such an important tool for blogging because it allows you to network and interact with your readers.  PLUS it's great for when you're watching TV and want to freak out to others that are watching the same thing.
  6. Take A Break - I have yet to go on a blogging hiatus but I know that sometimes you just need a break.  Whether life is too busy or you have blogger's blog it's best just to admit you need time off than to try to keep pushing on with lame posts.  I know if or when I get to that point I'll just take a break and take some time to rejuvenate.
  7. Schedule - Try to blog on the same days at the same time, whether it's every other day in the evening or, like me, every single day in the morning.  Your bloggers will get used to your schedule and are more likely to frequent your blog.
  8. Participate But Don't Take On Too Much - Whether it's guest posts, sponsors or link ups, participating can be a great way to make new friends and network.  Just remember to only take on as much as you can handle.  Blogging should be fun, not work! 
  9. Be Careful What You Post - Although it's good to be honest and open on your blog, keep in mind that people from your every day life could find your blog.  Be careful what you post, if it isn't something you'd want your dad, grandma or co-worker to see then it's better of not being posted on the internet.
  10. Get Together - I promise you, blog get-togethers are SO MUCH FUN.  If you have the opportunity to join in (or host one yourself!) then do it!  I promise you won't regret it.

I want to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for reading my humble blog and for being so supportive.  Stay tuned tomorrow for a very special giveaway!


P.S. I'm hosting a Scentsy giveaway! Check it out here, you know you want to!