I thought I would kick off this month’s theme by sharing with you 30 of my all time favourite blogs. I read a lot of blogs. Some I read every post, some I read certain features or post types and some I read the odd post here and there.
What keeps me coming back to these blogs? It’s a variety of things. Obviously I have to have at least a basic interest in the topics they are discussing, but it’s so much more than that. I love blogs that are witty, sarcastic and honest. I love bloggers that write with passion and use their words to paint a picture. You will notice an overuse of the words honest, genuine, and various words for funny as you read through the list, because ultimately, those things are what keep me coming back.
If you are not on the list, please don’t be offended – if I listed every blog I enjoy reading, the post would be so long it could rival Lord of the Rings! I have tried to include the blogs I read religiously, where I read at least 90% of the posts. There are still loads more I enjoy reading and I could probably write three or four of these posts without struggling to find blogs to include.
I could never rank these 17 blogs in order of preference, so I have listed them alphabetically.
1. Absolutley Prabulous
2. Becky Bedbug
3. Cuddle Fairy
4. The Inspiration Edit
5. Domesticated Momster
6. Dorkface
7. Honest Mum
Why I love this blog: I love keeping up with Vicki’s life, she is always on the go and has been to some incredible places. Her travel posts always make me want to drop everything and hop on a plane! Also, her photos are always amazing.
8. Inside Martyn’s Thoughts
Why I love this blog: This blog tells the journey of home schooling children. It is a very honest blog and very well written. I have read this blog for quite sometime now and although I have always enjoyed it, recently Martyn has opened up a lot about issues that are close to him, which I think makes it even better. I truly do feel like I’ve been inside Martyn’s thoughts!
9. Life With Baby Kicks
Blog type: Parenting blog
Why I love this blog: The blog tells the story of family life in as an expat in a very honest, relatable way. Laura is never judgemental of others and actively promotes a supportive community. The posts range from days out to reviews to rants – something for everybody!
10. Modern Dad Pages
Blog type: Parenting blog from the perspective of a stay at home dad
Why I love this blog: I love the unique perspective of this blog. It’s very honest and non judgemental and I enjoy the writing style. The posts vary from rants, to genuinely touching pieces about the bond between a father and his children. Not forgetting the unique linky names – anyone that can get away with calling a linky #wineandboobs deserves a mention!
11. Mumma Scribbles
Blog type: Parenting blog
Why I love this blog: This blog follows the life of Lisa and her family. All the posts are honest, and the writing always comes across as real and passionate. The post about the 7/7 anniversary brought a huge lump to my throat.
12. Pouting In Heels
Blog type: Lifestyle
Why I love this blog: Katie is effortlessly glamorous, yet still very down to earth and this really comes across in her writing. Her posts are passionate and honest. She also has some brilliant advice for bloggers, and is very big on empowering other women.
13. R Is For Hoppit
Blog type: Parenting blog
Why I love this blog: Another recent find for me, I love the humour in this blog. The blog tells the story of “Silly Mummy” and her parenting of The Toddler and The Baby. Full of hilarious stories of their daily life and some snippets of the funny things The Toddler says, this blog is guaranteed to make you laugh!
14. She Might Be Loved
Blog type: Plus sized fashion and beauty blog
Why I love this blog: I love Georgina’s style – she always wears amazing dresses and always looks fabulous. Her passion for fashion really comes across in her writing. I also love her honest reviews – if she doesn’t like something, she will say so.
15. The Single Swan
Blog type: Parenting blog
Why I love this blog: This blog is the story of a newly single mother and her journey to get to this point. I love Pen’s writing style and honesty. Her writing style is that of a strong woman but still has a certain element of vulnerability about it. It is very relatable.
16. What Katy Said
Blog type: Lifestyle and parenting
Why I love this blog: I love the mix of posts on Katy’s blog. Ranging from everyday days out with her children, family holidays, product reviews, and my personal favourite her fantastic blog advice posts. Her blog is also full of stunning photographs.
17. You Baby Me Mummy
Blog type: Family lifestyle blog
Why I love this blog: I love reading about Baby’s antics and I love Aby’s writing style. She is another very honest blogger and all her posts feel real and genuine. I have to say though that my favourite part is the blogging tips section. Aby doesn’t know this, but she is my unofficial blog mentor! Anything I need to know or would like to work on, I always come here first and she never disappoints. Aby – if you are reading this, thank you 🙂
Thank you so much, Debbie for being a wonderful blogging friend and for supporting and reading my blog. I'm honored to be on your top 30 list. Thank you for your kind words about Growing Up KaterTot. They mean so much to me! xx
You're welcome, I love the ideas for projects etc on your blog and I really enjoy reading it 🙂 x
Wow, I am proud to find myself among the greats on this list. I've also found some new reads to check out. Thanks, Debs x
You're welcome, I love reading your blog and looking at your illustrations 🙂 x
Thank you! This has made my day! Such a brilliant and lovely idea for a post, too! & there are some blogs on here I didn't know that I now plan to check out. Thank you for the support! x
You're welcome – your blog never fails to make me laugh 🙂 x
Sounds like you have a great list of regulars there! It's always great when you find a blog you love coming back to.
Life & Faith in Caneyhead
Thank you – it really is! I love finding new blogs 🙂
Thank you so much for including me in your list, honestly it means a lot as there are some really awesome bloggers listed here. Some new to me too so will go check them out. xx
You're welcome, I love your blog! Hope you enjoy some of the new ones 🙂
Thank you so much for including me in your list, that's fucking awesome!
You're right though, I do swear a lot…
Thank you so much for including me in your list, that's fucking awesome!
You're right though, I do swear a lot…
Thank you so much for including me in your list, that's fucking awesome!
You're right though, I do swear a lot…
You're welcome 🙂 Haha, somehow the swearing makes it more honest!
I'm so honoured to make your top 30 list Debbie! Thank you so much! You have the best blogs listed here & a few that are new to me I'm gonna check them out. Thanks again x
You're welcome, I love the happy tone of your blog, your posts always leave me feeling uplifted. I hope you enjoy some of the new ones 🙂 x
Totally thrilled to be included in this!! Things like this make it all worth it. Some blogs I already follow in this list and a few I don't know. We're all awesome and #bloggerlove is fab.
Great post idea too xxx
I think it's important to support one another and if I love a blog (or 30 lol) I like being able to share them with others 🙂 x
Hi Debbie, absolutely delighted to be included on this list and will be spending this evening checking out some new blogs that you've identified. Thanks
You're welcome, I've loved your blog since the first time I found it! I hope you enjoy some of the new ones 🙂
Thank you Debbie, and sorry for neglecting my blog over the last few weeks! 😉
Janet
http://www.ramblesrantswritings.blogspot.com
You're welcome 🙂 Sometimes life just gets in the way! Looking forward to your return 🙂
Thank you so much for including me and Live Love Blog too. Such lovely words and I am very happy to be your unofficial blog mentor 😉 xx
You're more than welcome – I thoroughly enjoy both blogs, and of course the mentoring 🙂 x
I'm new to blogging so I'll check these out although a few of my faves are here 🙂 #thelist
They are all well worth a look 🙂
How did I miss commenting here? Ugh I will blame it on my mind being elsewhere this week. Now that the fog is lifting I want to give a huge THANK YOU for including me in this and for such awesome words to describe how you feel about my blog. It's people like you that make me want to continue blogging. Not just for the mention but I enjoy reading your blog as well and interacting with you via all social media. I am happy to consider you part of my blogging posse' Thanks again Debbie for rocking the #bloggerlove!
You're welcome, and thanks for the lovely comment 🙂 I love the social side to blogging and feel lucky to have made some incredible friends through it!
By the way….if you ever need some lush graphics done let me know…I love working on graphic design as an escape from the rest of my life 😀
Oh, I will, thank you so much 🙂
All absolutely fabulous blogs and I follow them all myself too. Great roundup. Thank you so much for linking up to Share With Me. #sharewithme
Oh, great minds think alike lol! Thanks and thanks for hosting 🙂
You have listed every single one of my favourites-you obvs have great taste!
Thanks for linking up to #thelist
Great minds think alike 🙂
Aw thank you so much for featuring me! Am so thrilled!! Especially love the fact that you've enjoyed the areas where I've opened up more. I was so hesitant from sharing and just keeping a parent and home school posts. With just a tad of me involved. Yet, it seems good that people like knowing an all rounded blogger. Ha! I do feel slightly that I should apologise for letting you into my thoughts! 😉 but always a pleasure to have you reading.
Love this post. I did something similar months back but after reading your o might do another one. As long as you don't mind me linking back to you in it?
Thanks for linking up with us on the #bigfatlinky hope to see you there this week 🙂
You're welcome 🙂 I've really enjoyed your more personal posts – I like getting to know a little more about the person behind the blog. I often find the posts I am most scared of posting do the best! Don't apologise, it's great!
I don't mind at all 🙂
Thanks for hosting, and I'll definitely be by this week!
Great list! Some new blogs here for me to check out 🙂 Hx
Thank you 🙂 I hope you enjoy the new blogs! x
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