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This is a Voices piece, by Andrea Huerta, a co-leader of the Greenville Bloggers Union. (Learn how to submit your own Voices.)
Like supers from The Incredibles, Greenville bloggers are hidden all around us. They’re normal, everyday citizens with a sometimes secret identity. Believe it or not, bloggers in Greenville don’t just exist; the Greenville Bloggers Union is around 100 local bloggers strong (and growing!), forming an inclusive community of unique blogs and stories.
That said, Greenville Bloggers are also a rising community of voices that are fighting an uphill battle to be heard and low visibility given to (blog) links on Facebook.
So, you have to ask. If it’s hard and often unpaid work, why do our local bloggers still band together and write? Sit down with them over a cup of joe and you’ll see a common theme — they each long for a creative outlet and know they have something unique inside them to share.
Don’t believe me? Check out a bunch of our bloggers below and support local! Don’t see your blog on the list? Add it here. Want to connect with the Greenville Blogger community? Visit here.
Fashion & Lifestyle:
Mirrors and Mimosas | This fashion and lifestyle blog is written by Cara Sinicropi, who believes in loving what you see in the mirror and starting every day with a mimosa.
The Audrey Reel | During the day, Audrey is a yoga instructor. At night, she is a blogger who connects with others through fashion, wellness, yoga, and the journey to a better self.
SoSouthernBelle | Aubrey is a fashionista on a budget! Her blog helps readers find outfit ideas that are also affordable.
Someprettything | When Emily first considered blogging, she loved the idea of having a corner of the internet that she could turn into a treasure trove of inspiration for the everyday woman. Today, she blogs everyday fashion and all things pretty for the everyday woman, with lots of Greenville collaboration.
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Shylacinoblog | Shyla turned her love of writing and photography into a full-time job writing her lifestyle blog and vlog for women.
Rebirthoflisa | Lisa found the courage to write in her forties. Now she writes for positive adults who love life and dream of making the world a better place through love.
Sunshinerain | When Andrea B. adopted her son from Guatemala, it inspired her to start her blog, which is about family, parenting, and all things Greenville.
Interlacedvibes | Kayla shows how all our different responsibilities lead to so many different vibes that we need to positively process, balance, and enjoy. Take it from Kayla; she is a bank teller, a foodie, and a blogger who sees the glass as half full!
Entrepreneurs:
Latoyadsmith | Latoya is an engineer and photographer who also blogs for business owners and content creators, helping them create personal, visual branding to present themselves as qualified experts in their field.
Themompreneurshow |Vicky recently moved from Oregon to the Upstate, and with her she brought her thriving blog that encourages mompreneurs to win in business without losing at home. The MOMPRENEUR Show doesn’t just help other moms find the balance; it also helps her learn from successful mompreneurs who are a few steps ahead of her.
Businessandbabies | Andrea writes stories that encourage hard working women, whether they raise babies, run a business, or both. As the author of Get Cash, Not a Career, she shares ideas for flexible work options and features the unseen beauty of financial and emotional hardships, where God’s grace abounds.
Family:
Kiddingaroundgreenville & Kiddingaroundspartanburg | Inspired after attending a free Greenville event with her kiddos, Bethany decided to create a comprehensive local source of information for families, written for parents, by parents. Bethany now has a team of local parents that travel the Upstate to share local reviews, an Upstate family calendar, and plenty of ideas for family fun with her readers! Her blogs have been featured on GVL Today, The Greenville News, Studio 62, and iOnGreenville.
Upstatecluttercoach | Inspired by the many questions she was getting on how to organize, Lauren’s blog covers topics related to home organizing, time management, and space management.
financiALLI focused |Alli empowers a community of men and women to reach their financial goals instead of feeling limited by their budget.
Playfulbydesign | Natasha, a stay-at-home mom, wanted a unique way to connect with other parents and simultaneously foster a community that raised responsible and creative children. The Playful By Design Community and blog is written for mindful parents or educators who embrace play-based learning, focusing on minimalism, children’s habits and executive functioning skills.
Greenville-specific:
Offthegridgreenville | Jackie created this visual guide to unique local favorites in the Upstate because she wanted to celebrate cultural diversity, local economy, and a love affair with photography. Jackie’s writing team at Off the Grid Greenville features local food, drink, people, and events that are not mass marketed, and have quality and aesthetics. Through stunning photography by FishEye Studios and artfully crafted short stories, readers discover and fall deeper in love with Greenville. The guide also earned the Addy silver award for online branded content.
Guysguidegvl | Tyler shares his love for Greenville in this lifestyle blog by featuring local events, businesses, fashion, food, and pop culture.
Thelocalgreenville | Since Courtney craves a creative outlet during her day job and loves Greenville, she features great things to eat, see and do in Greenville. Most importantly, she blogs about how to “live like a local in the best little city.”
Handstandhappiness | Shana’s blog is about working life in and out of balance, all the things she loves, and places where she finds her happiness in Greenville.
Travel:
Travepreneur | Adriana doesn’t focus on where you should go for your next trip; instead, she uncovers the experience and social impact as a result of traveling.
FemmeauFoyer2011 | With three young boys in tow and a past filled with explorations of France, Liene journals her family’s travels and adventures, but proves you don’t have to go far to enjoy the beauty all around you.
Theeclecticvoyager | Shelly writes for new travelers, giving travel tips, itineraries and opinions about U.S. and global travel.
Jannanpoppen | Jannan is a giving coordinator and travel consultant, channelling her inner wanderer into a blog that empowers readers to travel meaningfully toward intention and wellness.
Foodie:
Gapcreekgourment | As a chef and restaurant publicist, Nichole has her finger on the pulse of Greenville’s culinary scene. This premiere Greenville food blog shares industry job openings, restaurant news and events. Gap Creek Gourmet has been featured on WYFF-4, Greenville News, Travelers Rest Here and Travelers Rest Tribune.
Southernfellow | His 9-5 is in manufacturing, but Jhami’s passion is to write a food blog featuring restaurant reviews and cocktail recipes.
Joannsfoodbites |JoAnn turned her conscientiousness about food, professional BBQing, gardening, and sustainability into blogging for other women who want to cook from home.
Christeneats | Christen’s sense of humor shines while bringing Greenville the best bites from around town and her home kitchen.
Health:
Somewherenewgirl |Hope and her friend Stephanie chat about balancing vegan lifestyle + healthy eating with a love of life in Greenville.
Quintessentialhealth |Tara’s own health journey now helps people become the healthiest versions of themselves in every area of their lives - eating, working, playing, connecting, and resting.
Romance:
Tashalharrison| Tasha, a publisher and health care professional, blogs about writing, publishing, and romance.
