Tuesday, July 9, 2013

the more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.


Sometimes, it amazes me how quickly time passes. One year ago, I was posting about my first blog birthday....now here I am, posting about my second. Yes, Mansa Fashion. is now officially two years old!

It's hard to believe that I've been blogging for two years. I never thought that I would fall in love with something so much. Blogging has been such a rewarding experience for me. Through Mansa Fashion. I have gotten to know so many amazing bloggers, I've interviewed people that inspire me, and I have pushed myself creatively.

This year has had a few highlights, like hitting 1000+ followers on Google Friend Connect and interviewing Laurel House and Makeup by Saz. Blogging has allowed me to have so many wonderful opportunities that I never could have imagined possible. I am so grateful to have people that supported me in the last couple of years - it means the world to me. Thank you for reading, for caring, and for being a part of my life.

Two years ago, I dedicated this blog to "the beautiful things that keep me dreaming." I hope to continue to do just that.

“Love of beauty is Taste. The creation of beauty is Art.” 
- Ralph Waldo Emerson

xo Shannon
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28 comments:

  1. Bethany MillsJuly 9, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    Happy Blog Birthday, Shannon!!! I can't believe how fast it goes and blogging is so special to me too! It keeps me sane and keeps me going on days where I am not sure how I will get through the day! I just love reading comments and keeping in touch with people who share the same interests, you know? I hope you have a great day, and I would love for you to stop by and visit when you get a chance! xx Pip

    Easy Outfits by Pip

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  2. Bethany MillsJuly 9, 2013 at 11:56 AM

    Congrats!

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  3. ruxandraJuly 9, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Happy B-log day :)
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  4. Daniela SilvaJuly 9, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    And it was a great beach day! =)

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  5. Spoonful Of DiamondsJuly 9, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    i always love a good audrey photo!

    xx

    http://spoonfulofdiamonds.com
    http://www.facebook.com/SpoonfulOfDiamonds

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  6. CathyJuly 9, 2013 at 4:16 PM

    Congrats! Wishing you many more! :)

    http://cstyledesign.blogspot.com

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  7. Bethany MillsJuly 9, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Such a wonderful point! Celebrate all the milestones like you truly deserve- such a great blog Shannon!

    Happy Birthday Blog :) I cant wait to read more x

    DearYouLoveEm

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  8. tr3ndygirl influencer e fashion bloggerJuly 9, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    happy b.day!
    I love it!
    check my blog if you want too:)
    NEW POST -> Tr3nDyGiRL Fashion Blog

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  9. Bethany MillsJuly 9, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    happy belated bday!
    Visit my blog whenever you had a chance, follow each other? :)
    agustinmonica.blogspot.com
    Bloglovin'
    GFC

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  10. Caitlin M. Peterson of the (ef)FaceJuly 9, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    Happy blog birthday!!! And what a beautiful blog title/mission statement...(and I love Audrey Hepburn, too!).

    xoxox
    theefface.blogspot.com

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  11. My Leylandroom Is My CastleJuly 10, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    Happy blog birthday and congrats! Go on this way and I hope to read you for many more years.
    Have a great Wednesday, xoxo.

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  12. Carolyne O'July 10, 2013 at 1:40 AM

    Happy birthday to your wonderful blog baby <3
    Xxx

    Sarah Fogartya

    www.the-world-c.blogspot.com

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  13. queenhorsfallJuly 10, 2013 at 2:13 AM

    amazing post http://differentcands.blogspot.kr/2013/07/my-look-small-fashion-gathering-in-seoul.html

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  14. Bethany MillsJuly 10, 2013 at 2:53 AM

    Happy blog birthday! :) Following your blog va bloglovin, hope you'll check out mine :)

    http://emmasuperina.blogspot.com/

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  15. AnonymousJuly 10, 2013 at 5:18 AM

    Great post :) Happy Blog Birthday :)
    Nikki Boucherica xx
    www.fashionmagical.blogspot.com

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  16. Giusy LoporcaroJuly 10, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    buon compleanno al tuo blog cara!

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  17. Bethany MillsJuly 10, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    Due anni sei una veterana del blog. Auguriiii!!! Stregatto

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  18. Amanda @ Life with A.CoJuly 10, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    Congrats on your 2 year anniversary!! Love the quote you posted too :)

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  19. Habanero AngelicaJuly 10, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    Buon anniversario al tuo blog :)

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  20. Anna and KlaudiaJuly 10, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    Happy anniversary!!! Keep it up :)

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  21. Annie LJuly 10, 2013 at 6:04 PM

    Such great accomplishments, yay to you!
    xo Annie
    newenglandromance.blogspot.com

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  22. noradulceJuly 10, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Happy Birthday to your blog! :)

    noradulce.blogspot.com

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  23. JuneJuly 10, 2013 at 11:09 PM

    Congrats Shannon! Happy birthday to your blog! Many more to come :)
    xx
    www.JuneWantsItAll.com

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  24. Carolyne O'July 11, 2013 at 1:36 AM

    A big kiss baby <3

    Sarah Fogartya

    www.the-world-c.blogspot.com

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  25. Bethany MillsJuly 11, 2013 at 4:15 AM

    Big congrats for you Shannon! It is incredible that you have been blogging for two years. And I totally understand. I never thought I will fell in love with blogging but it is so addictive. :)

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  26. Thay MonteiroJuly 11, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    Happy Birthday to your blog! I love it. I'm follow you.

    Kisses
    http://pumpcustomizacao.blogspot.com.br/

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  27. Bethany MillsJuly 11, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    Happy birthday to your blog<3
    Visit my blog whenever u had a chance, and would you like to follow each other?

    agustinmonica.blogspot.com
    follow via Bloglovin
    GFC

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  28. Amanda {feast.fashion.faves}July 14, 2013 at 5:44 PM

    YAY GO YOU!!!! I'm so proud!!
    I'm going to be celebrating my 2 year late (at the end of this month)


    <3Amanda
    feast.fashion.faves

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