Favorite Ways to Eat Nutella {A Guest Post}

Hello All,

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

I'm away on my super fun Spring Break vacation. But don't you fret, I'm working hard to get back into the 2 post a week pattern and left you guys in good hands. I ask my real life friend and blogging friend Natalie to guest post. So without further ado, here's Natalie's guest post!

Hi everyone! I’m Natalie and I blog over at Finding My Voice. Emma asked me to guest post on her blog, and I am so honored. I hope you all enjoy my post, as well as check my blog out!

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Nutella and I have been the best of friends since I was a sophomore in high school. However, there are so many ways to eat Nutella. Here’s some of my favorite ways to eat it. 

Strawberries and Nutella: My friend Gabriel and I tried this out over the summer, and I’ve been addicted to it lately. What I do is take a spoon and spoon it over the strawberry. It’s a perfect way to get some fruit and Nutella. #bestofbothworlds

Nutella Crackers: Fun fact: I used to eat these almost everyday for lunch in high school. Take a grahm cracker or a butter cracker and put Nutella in the middle. Perfect snack.

Nutella and Oreos: Have a chocolate craving? Put Nutella on top of a cookie and you’ll have an extra sweet Oreo.

Nutella and waffles: Want to update a plain waffle? Or are you tired of syrup? Spread some Nutella on top and you’ll have a chocolately spread.

Nutella Crepes with Strawberries: This is my new favorite, but crepes and Nutella equals the most perfect mix. 

Life Lately!

Hello All,

First off Happy 4th of July!

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I hope you are all having a fun and safe day!

I feel like I've been boring lately. I know I've still been posting but I feel like they aren't as personal. Since I'm a lifestyle blogger and part of that is sharing my life so I figured today I'd take an opportunity to give you guys an update!

...for one thing I've been working a lot! Because of that I haven't had a lot of time for adventures. But I've been saving a lot for future adventures!

...Next Wednesday I am co-hosting along with Natalie, Sami and Lindsey for a link-up called I am the girl! This is all about things that make you unique and/or how you'd describe yourself. I encourage you to link up with us! 

...I've been planning 2 new vacations! 

...I've been learning new things when it comes to blogging and I'm excited to share it!

...I've been relaxing which is just what I needed after this year!

...I've been working on my summer goals.

...I have been putting a lot of effort into my youtube channel

...I'm getting myself ready for another semester at school

...I'm coming up with some fun ideas for post and things for the bloggy

Basically even though I'm not having an adventure full or overly excited but its been just what I needed. I hope all of you are having a good summer!

-P.S. - As I mentioned I have some vacations coming up, one being in early August. I have 3 days that if anyone is interested in guest posting on any of the following days; August 5, 6, or 7. Please email me at emmatheblogger@aol.com

Pack Your Bags...5 Tips for International Travel {A Guest Post}

Hello All,

Today's lovely guest post is by the lovely Kelly who is an expert on traveling. Check out what she has to say about traveling internationally. 

Hi, I'm Kelly. I am a wife, teacher, foodie, traveler and author of the blog, A Lovely Life Indeed. I live in the Boston area and also, part time in a tiny coastal village in the Northwest corner of Galicia, Spain. I write about love and marriage, about travel, both in Europe and around New England, and also, inspirational musings on life and wellness. Join me. 

Now that spring is here, people may be starting to plan their summer vacations and summer time is a popular time for international travel. If you have your passport and you're ready to go, consider these five tips to put your mind at ease before you even get in line for security.

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1. Scan your passport and email a copy of it to yourself. Make sure your photo and passport number is visible. If for some reason, you lose your passport, it will make it easier for you to get it re-issued if you have evidence of the documentation. You can access it from any computer in the world.

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2. Call your bank and credit card company. Let them know your travel dates and that should reduce any chance of your charges being denied overseas...perils of living in times of identity theft.

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3. Speaking of banking, make sure you have a 4-digit pin for the ATM; otherwise you may not be able to use the foreign machines. You can always change it back when you get home.

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4. Call your bank and find out their partner bank overseas. If you use these for your ATM withdrawals, you will not have to pay the ATM fees.

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5. Find out what your credit card charges in foreign transaction fees. One of the main benefits of the Capital One Ventures card, in addition to miles accumulation, is no foreign transaction fees. If your card charges exorbitant transaction fees, make sure you have cash and save the credit card for only the emergencies. Save where you can. 

They're simple tips, but they can make a real difference. Knowledge is power and having things taken care of before your trip can save a hasty decision in the heat of crisis. 

Buen viaje!

Thanks for all the great advice! Hope this advice helped some of you as well. You can also find Kelly on: Twitter, Bloglovin, Instagram, Pinterest and Google+.

What I Love Wednesday....Blogging {A Guest Post}

Hello All,

Today I'm at St. Thomas and St. Marteen, I have no clue what I'll be doing but you guys should all check out this awesome guest post I have planned for all you lovely people so check her out!

     

            Hi! My name is Natalie and I write for a little blog called Finding My Voice. I am so excited to be guest posting for Emma today. I am also excited to be writing about a topic that Emma and I talk a lot about. And that is, blogging.

            I’ve been blogging for a while now. In August, I will be officially be a blogger for four years, the first blog running from then to April of 2012. I guess that it’s a safe assumption that I love blogging. The question is why? However the answer to that question isn’t as simple.

            I like blogging mainly because it pushes me to write everyday. Writing is something that I’ve always enjoyed. I’ve been writing for my school’s newspapers (both high school and college), since I was 15 years old. I however recently decided to make my blog into a career, and actually become a writer when I walk the stage at graduation in a couple of years. To be a full time writer, you have to do a lot of writing to pay your bills. Needless to say, blogging prepares me for that. 

            Someone whose close to me often says that music is therapeutic for him. Well, in some ways, writing is a sort of therapy for me. Blogging has been there for me to vent when I’m mad, as a place to work things through when I was upset, and a place to just let me express myself, and my emotions. In high school, I used to post more personal posts about my personal life. I remember a post from Notations called “To Someone”, where I basically wrote about the guy that I was in love with at the time. I was really upset, and writing that post was some sort of therapy for me to get all of those hurt emotions out. Unfortunately, my crush decided to read that blog. That was kind of awkward.

            One of the nicest compliments ever is for someone to go up to me and say ‘I like your blog’. I work hard writing entries, and I often compare myself to being the next Carrie Bradshaw. Writing in some ways, is a part of me. I always worry that my writing isn’t the greatest, which was a fear of my early days of blogging. Over time, I’ve noticed an extreme amount of improvement in my skills as a writer. Because of my blog, I honestly can sit down to write down a long paper and have no trouble writing it. I think that’s important too, because it’s something that I will need to be able to do as I begin to have more than a blog, and articles to worry about.

            One of the biggest things that I like about blogging is the sense of community that I get from being a part of it. Bloggers are everywhere, if you look careful enough. They are great people, and they love writing, and they have feelings too. We love it when people comment our posts. In my case, it still shocks me that people read my post. The sense of support that you see through out the blogger community is strong, because you can feel us being there for each other.

            I’m a blogger. I’ve written about love, I’ve written about music, and I’ve even written about Newtown. I’m proud of that title, and no matter how many editor titles that I hold, that’s the one that I will wear with the most honor. 

You can also check me out on my blog, my blog's facebook page and its twitter.

Your Perfect Pup {A Guest Post}

Hello All,

I'm so excited about this guest post because its all about one of my favorite topic...PUPPIES! So, please enjoy this lovely guest post by Lindsey!

Hi ya’ll!

I’m Lindsey from Lindsey’s Thoughts. Emma asked me to guest post for her and I jumped at the chance! However, with finals and such I’m getting this to her rather late, so I’m sorry if I caused you angst! However, Emma was generous enough last November to feature me in her College Blogger series, and I have wanted to repay the favor ever since. This is the perfect way!

Anyways, I was looking through Emma’s posts to find something to write about that would be relatable to ya’ll and came up with the perfect idea: puppies and what they entail! I’m looking forward to getting a corgi pup next year (right after graduation hopefully!) so I knew this would be a good topic for me to research to get prepared.

First off, I googled “how to find your perfect dog breed”. I’m definitely smitten with adorable little dogs because I can’t lift an 80-pound lab. I decided to do two of these little quizzes that help you out in deciding your perfect breed.

I started out with this one at Pedigree.

These were the top picks for me! And thankfully, cardigan welsh corgi is one because that’s my dream pooch!

I then took this one at Animal Planet

Thankfully, a corgi is in both! Obviously, I’ve already planned out my future dog. I blame Paige from The Sticky Note Addict....

To continue, I thought about where to buy stuff for your new furry daughter or son. I have friends that love their pooches very much and go to Petsmart and the like on almost weekly bases to buy a toy or a treat for their dog. I’m not going to do that because you can buy dog toys and treats at places like T.J. Maxx, Marshall’s, and Home Goods! I found the perfect dog bed in Home Goods the other day for less than $30. They also have a large selection of toys, treats, bowls, and even poop bags. And really, who wants to pay full price for a bag you’re just going to throw away? #notme. If you want to get really thrifty with your poop bags, reuse grocery bags!

Now, I’m a sucker for a well trained dog. To save money on going to a trainer, look at books on Amazon (and don’t forget about Amazon Prime free 2-day shipping!). Likewise, you can find dog food and other puppy necessities there for only a percentage of what name brand stores would charge you. I think the biggest mistake people make is chaning up the rules for the dog. If you don’t want your dog on your furniture, then your furry friend can’t sleep on your bed. It’s only fair.

Also, make sure to socialize your pooch! Our dog always had a cat around so she was well prepared whenever she went to the kennel if we went on a trip.

Definitely watch YouTube videos. I personally love watching Mocha the Corgi find herself in the mirror. It’s always a good time. And yes, my roommate doesn’t understand how I find it so entertaining, but I do.

Be ready for your puppy to trash things. My family was really lucky and our dog never really chewed anything. However, most dogs do. One of my best friends has a toy poodle who loves to untie shoes. So, make sure everything is neat and tidy (and where your dog can’t get to it).

The last crucial thing I have for you: make sure to spend time with your pup. Especially when you first adopt/buy. This way, your pup can find its place at home. So, go on Friday after work so you have all weekend to play and get to know your knew son or daughter!

I hope ya’ll have a wonderful day! 

Thank you again Lindsey for guest posting. I have to say that I agree with the Pedigree quiz because I got my favorite and dream pooch the English Bulldog!

Good-Bye School, Hello Summer {A Guest Post}

Hello All,

I'm so excited to share this awesome week of guest posts. The first one comes from one of my favorite bloggers, Lauren from Little Lion Gal. She is so sweet and has some awesome advice to rewind after the semester. Enjoy!

Hey everyone! I’m Lauren and I blog over at Little Lion Gal. I just finished my first year of college as a nursing student and will be starting summer courses this week. I’m the oldest of 3 with a ton of cousins and family I love. My blog is centered around college, and everything a young teenager goes through. You’ll find tips for college, lessons on life, wishlist, my dream wedding, and so much more on the blog.

 Every college student knows you end of the semester is extremely stressful. You have finals and papers due. Many hours are spent studying and I'm sure everyone has had their breakdown. But guess what?! It's all over! You can relax and distress. Leave those bags and boxes packed up they can wait.

Here are my tips on how to distress from the semester and start your summer off right. You deserve it after a long year. 

Netflix

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Binge watch your favorite show! Or try a new one. I would throw in some movies while you're at it. I know I'll be watching Gossip Girl and possibly a new show.

Read

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It might sound crazy to read after you just got out of classes but nothing's better than reading a nice book out in the sunshine. Make sure you read light, airy books I help you relax. Maybe a nice summer book to get you into the season. I'll be reading Jenny Hans Summer series books. 

Manicure and Pedicure

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Having someone else do your nails is so relaxing. Plus it's nice to have pretty toes and finger nails for summer.

Sleep!

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Yep this is probably one of the best things to do after a long semester. All of us college students are sleep deprived, especially after finals week. All of my friends have been sleeping away the last few days.

Paint or Craft

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One of my favorite ways to relax is to paint or do some type of craft. I promised a few people paintings so I will be doing them this summer. I'm hoping to do a scrapbook for my first year of college, and a smashbook for fun this summer. It's always fun to be creative.

Sit Outside and Listen to Music

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Sit back, relax, listen to some fun, upbeat music, and enjoy the start to summer. It's nice to not have to spend all day in the library.

Meet Your Friends From Back Home

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You just spent months away from them. It's time to meet up and catch up. It can be so relaxing to just sit around and talk with old friends. Not much is involved.

Shop!

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I know that I love to shop. Honestly I think every girl loves to shop. If you need an excuse to shop it can be that summer is here and you need new clothes. Nothing wrong with that! 

I hope everyone had a great end of the semester and they have a wonderful summer. Wear your sunblock and spend some time relaxing!

xoxo,

Lauren

Thanks Lauren for the awesome tips, I'm definitely going to do some of these when I return from my cruise! 

You can find Lauren on Twitter, Pinterest & Instagram.

5 Months of Blogging

Hello All,

How is it even possible that I have been blogging for months? To me I feel like its only been a couple months but nope its been 5! I actually was talking to my friend Natalie the other day about blogging and I told her how surprised I was by just how passionate I had become about blogging. With school starting I don't have to write as much I wish, most times I'm writing a week worth of post on the weekends when I have a little bit more time. And with Blogtember coming to end I think my post with go down to 3-4 times a week. Although there are tons of post I'm excited about coming up. So, let's take a look back at this month...

Monthly Stats

-Total Number of Posts: 135

-Number of Comments: 36

-Number of Page Views: 2671

-Highest number in 1 day: 114

Top Viewed Post

***Written between August 29-September 28th***

Blogging Overload, Here Comes Blogtember

***Written Since the Blog Began***

Bucket List Recap

What I Love Wednesday...Teen Wolf

Best Players of Big Brother

My Favorite Post of the Month

Blogtember: A Letter to Someone You Love - Day 10

Post Coming This Month

-Room Tour: I know I say this every month but I'm going to film after I finish writing this

-First Day of Classes

-Fro Yo Date

-Embrace the Rain Post/Vlog

-The Big E

-Hunter Hayes Concert

-Color Combat

-My first Shopping Haul Post/VLOG

-What I'm Watch Fall 2013

Things Coming Up This Month:

-The Return of What I Wednesday!

-A New Blog Design (Hopefully, if not this month, next month)

-Get to know a college blogger (working title)

Guest Post

Interested in getting your blog's name out there? Want to do a guest post here on The World According to Emma? Email me at emmatheblogger@aol.com! I would love to have anyone who wants to guest post do one on here do one. You can write post about anything you'd like or you can write your own What I Love Wednesday! All you have to do is email me!

Social Media:

-Facebook Fan Page

-Twitter

-Instagram

Pinterest

-Email: emmatheblogger@aol.com (Interested in guest post? Want to make a blogging friend? Feel free to email me!)

If you made it all way down to the end and have ideas for my blog let me know. Is there a type of post you'd like to see? A post I've written that you'd like to see turned into a series? Want to create a link-up? Let me know in comments below or in an email. 

The One With the 100th Post

Hello All,

I can't believe that I have already written 100 post here on The World According to Emma! Which actually started out as The College Life of a Future Teacher! 

I feel as I have come so far since I first wrote my introduction post which you can check out here. I think that from having a blog I have become a stronger writer and mo confident in my thoughts and opinions. I've even watched my daily views go up as more and more people read my blog! 

I've started features in my blog such as Bucket List, What I Love Wednesday's, Instagram Top 5, and Big Brother Weekly Recaps. I have participated  link-ups with other bloggers, I have done a Guest Post for one of my bloggers and featured a Guest Post on my blog. I've found other bloggers who I love to read and comment on. 

Over the past 100s post I have written post that I love and post that I haven't loved that much. I have written some popular post and not so popular post so while we're celebrating 100 post let's take a walk down memory lane and see how far I've come. 

First let's look at my favorite post I've written (in no particular order):

The Social Network

Movie Review: The Way, Way Back

Celeb Crushes

What would you do?

The Not So Happy Ending to the Show That Capture a Nation

Although my blog would just be a journal if weren't for the readers who stop and read my blog and I want to share the posts that have gotten to most views during my blog first 100 posts!

Big Brother Recap Week 2

Big Brother Recap Week 5

The Best Big Brother Players

What I Love Wednesday...Teen Wolf

One of My Bucket List Recaps

If this is your first time checking out my blog, please take some time and explore, I promise I write post that are more interesting then sharing my accomplishments and my favorite posts. If you have been reading for a while let me know which ones are your favorite post. Also make sure you go and like my Facebook Fan Page so you can stay up to date with my blog. 

I am so grateful that one day I was inspired to write my blog, I'm even more grateful that there are people out there who want to read my blog. 

I also want to extend an offer to anyone who maybe interested in guest posting, I'm also happy to feature another blog on here and would love to have some guest poster. If you're interested e-mail me at emmatheblogger@aol.com and we'll figure out a date!

Thanks so much reading and I can't wait to see how far this blog with go in the future.

4 Months Blogging - Stats, What's Coming Up & Guest Posts

Hello All,

Today my blog is another month older! Where as time gone? I feel like just yesterday I was laying in my bed at school, logging into blogger and creating a blog and now its 4 months old and I miss it on the days that I don't blog. 

As I have in past months I'm going to give you guys some stats because every month I am so proud of how far my blog and because when I look back at this blog I want to remember what it was like. I will also give you all the links to my social media and give you some clues as to what is coming up on my blog! 

Monthly Stats;

-Number of Total Posts: This will be 98

-Number of Comments: 32 

-Number of Page Views: 1725

One of the best stats of the month was a couple of days ago my blog broke its record of how many page views it received in one day with 62 page views! So, thank you to my wonderful readers!

Sorry the pictures not that great it was taken by phone from my computer screen.

This Months Most Viewed Posts:

*These are only post written between July 29th and August 28th***

Bucket List Recap

Big Brother Week 6

What I Love Wednesday...Teen Wolf

Things Coming Up This Month:

-Labor Day (Although I don't have plans you never know)

-Hunter Hayes concert with my Roomie!

-Mama J's Birthday

-A Future Teacher's Club Event Called Color Combat!

-A Dorm Tour (Both a blog post and vlog!)

-100 Blog Post!

Guest Posts:

This month I did my first guest post, check it out here, and I loved! I don't know if anyone followed me over from Paige's blog but I loved that I got a chance to get my blog out there! Because of that I want to do more guest post and start having more guest posts on my blog. You can blog about anything you want or you could even step in for a week and do a What I Love Wednesday! If you're interested email me at emmatheblogger@aol.com and we'll figure out a date!

Social Media Sites:

-Facebook Fan Page Be the first to know when I post and get insights on what's coming up

-Twitter

-Instagram

-Pinterst

- Email: emmatheblogger@aol.com (I'll get back to you within in 24 hours, send me questions, comments or just send me a quick hello)

I absouletly love blogging and I know most people won't read this whole post but for those of who did thank you! For my regular readers out there I want to say thank you for reading. Its always so humbling when I think about how there are people out there who do read what I have to say and enjoy it. 

So, if you are still reading let me know, what would you like see more of? Is there a certain post that I did that you would like to see me turn into series? Let me know in the comments below. 

What Natalie Loves Wednesday...A Guest Post

Hello All,

Today I'm sitting in a lot meetings about being a club officer at my school. While I'm in meetings a friend of mine from school is stepping in to do her own What I Love Wednesday! I  just finished reading it and is really good and on topic that I will eventually write about myself. So, without further ado I introduce Natalie!

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Hi there! My name is Natalie from the Blog 'Finding My Voice'. I'm so glad to be a guest blogger on Emma's blog! On my blog, I write about my daily life as a college student who is trying to find my place in the world. In addition to that, I share playlists and write poetry and fiction.

What I Love Wednesday: The Gilmore Girls

          It’s rare to find a show that captures the hearts of multiple generations. These are the kinds of shows that tweens can watch with their mothers, grandmothers can watch with their elder grandchildren, and even twenty somethings can watch and enjoy. One of these shows that actually has the power to do this, is the Gilmore Girls.

          Gilmore Girls premiered in 2000 and tells the story of Lorelei Gilmore, and her daughter Rory. Lorelei was a teenage mother, and since getting pregnant at 16 became estranged from her parents Richard and Emily Gilmore. After years of being financially and emotionally independent, Lorelei asks her parents to loan her the money to pay for Rory’s private prep school. They agree, however, with the condition of weekly Friday night dinners.

          Over the course of seven years, a large fan base faithfully watches Rory blossom into a young adult, Lorelei fall in love with the one, and watch a brilliant cast of supporting characters go through their daily lives. Stars Hollow is something that extends more than a fictional town, it becomes a weekly place to visit. It is rare for a television show to do that. It’s the kind of show that stays with you long after the last episode has been aired.

          Why do I love Gilmore Girls? Well, there is many reasons why. The first is that no matter what I’m going through in my life, I can watch an episode of Gilmore Girls and know that I wasn’t alone. The second that this is a show like none other. Stars Hollow is a quirky town with unique holidays, and characters. The third reason why I love Gilmore Girls is because it is a show filled with positive influences, and role models. Lorelei is one of my favorite characters of all time. I consider her my role model, because she is strong and independent. She knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to go after it. An example of this is when she went up to someone and kissed them just for the pleasure of wanting to know what it was like. I often ask myself when in doubt what would Lorelei Gilmore do? Then I would just do it, no matter how crazy and far fetched the idea was.

          I will continue to watch Gilmore Girls reruns, and the DVDs for the years to come. I’ll show it to my own daughter someday, just like my mother showed me. If you haven’t seen it, then I recommend you seeing it. Then, you can see why I love the Gilmore Girls.

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Thanks again for writing a post for me today Natalie! What are you loving this Wednesday? Let me know in comments below.