My Fashion & Style Blog Is 5 Years Old Today!

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Today, March 10th 2015, is my blogs 5th birthday! I can’t believe Raindrops of Sapphire is 5 years old already! The time really feels like it has flown by, but at the same time, it feels like there wasn’t ever a time where I didn’t have my personal style blog. Raindrops of Sapphire is like an extension of me now, it’s a huge part of my life that just fits in with everything I do, making it like my third arm. It wouldn’t be where it is today (hitting just over 2 million views and collaborating with some amazing brands) if it wasn’t for all of you though, my loyal readers and supporters.

Not a day goes by that I don’t smile and enjoy reading the lovely comments that you leave me, yes there are some hateful ones along the way, but the ones that are important are the ones of encouragement and positivity! A huge thank you is going out to all of you who read my blog, those of you who comment on every post, and those of you who read without commenting (it might be nice to finally meet some of you though!), as you all make it worthwhile! It’s nice to know that I always have your support and you are there to chat to!

In celebration of Raindrops of Sapphire turning 5, I decided to make a video for you all. This one is a little different as I take you on a tour of one of my favourite places, the Botanical Gardens, and you also get to see a few panning shots of my outfit (which I will be sharing with you in a post soon) and a special set of personalised thank you’s to some of you at the end, so I really hope you like it! It’s taken a long time to put it together, which is why I don’t often do many videos in my posts and like to keep them for special occasions! You can watch it just below. Let me know what you think as I always cringe watching myself back and hearing my childlike voice, ha ha!

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Written by Lorna Burford

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  1. March 10, 2015 / 11:41 am

    A lovely post from a lovely Girl, thank you so much for posting Lorna.
    A big hug
    Julie

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 10, 2015 / 11:42 am

      You are welcome! I’m glad you liked it!

  2. Michael
    March 10, 2015 / 1:08 pm

    Congratulations, Lorna…!!
    Keep up the good work.

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 10, 2015 / 1:10 pm

      Thank you Michael!

  3. March 10, 2015 / 2:18 pm

    Congratulation on 5 great blogging years. Sadly I missed out on the first 4 years and 9 months. I guess I have some catching up to do

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 10, 2015 / 2:29 pm

      Thank you so much! I’m happy to have you here now though!

  4. David
    March 10, 2015 / 4:36 pm

    Congrats! πŸ™‚ if I always make a comment then I need to comment this one as well πŸ™‚ loved your video! your ass in movment! πŸ˜‰ and that smile on the bridge!! stunning! πŸ™‚

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 10, 2015 / 4:50 pm

      Thank you πŸ™‚ I’m glad you liked it πŸ™‚

  5. Jessica
    March 10, 2015 / 4:51 pm

    This is really cool babe πŸ˜€ Thanks for sharing this video with me and giving a mention at the end πŸ˜€

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 10, 2015 / 4:59 pm

      Thanks Jessica πŸ™‚ I’m glad you like it πŸ™‚

  6. Steven W
    March 10, 2015 / 6:22 pm

    Congratulations on reaching 5 years of blogging. That’s a wonderful achievement and hope you feel justly proud as you enter your sixth year. πŸ™‚ This is such a friendly and welcoming blog because you put so much of yourself into it and I think it’s especially great that you take the time out to reply to everyone.

    I’ve only been reading your blog since sometime in January of this year, and commenting for even less time, so I’ve only seen a fraction of what you’ve posted – but I’ve hugely enjoyed what I have seen and I always look forward to reading each of your new entries.

    That was a brilliant video. You look fabulous in that outfit. πŸ™‚ Your squirrel co-star was looking good too. LOL They’re not quite that tame in the park that I go to… but seeing as you had food in hand for him I take it they happily approach humans all the time in those gardens?

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 10, 2015 / 6:44 pm

      Thank you πŸ™‚ Did you see I said a thank you to you at the end? That Steven was you in case you didn’t know! And yeah, they are very friendly, they usually eat out of my hand actually, but typically because we were filming, that didn’t happen, ha ha! πŸ™‚

      • Steven W
        March 10, 2015 / 9:52 pm

        Yeah, I saw that but I wasn’t entirely sure it was me – what with me only have been around for such a short time. That’s really kind of you to include me. Thank you so much for that. πŸ˜€

        • Lorna
          Author
          March 10, 2015 / 9:57 pm

          You are welcome πŸ™‚ I was basing it off those I see commenting often!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 10, 2015 / 6:44 pm

      Thank you so much Jeanne!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 10, 2015 / 11:03 pm

      Thank you so much!

  7. domoo
    March 11, 2015 / 12:09 am

    Thank you for this video and Congratulations on reaching 5 years of blogging!!!!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 1:05 am

      Thank you so much!

  8. March 11, 2015 / 12:33 am

    Happy birthday to your blog! Time sure does fly =)

    The video was super cute- my favourite part of your outfit was actually your pearl ring. And a big thank you for the surprise at the end, I was totally shocked and really appreciate the recognition! Anyway, it has been great following your blog over the past couple years, and I always look forward to your outfits, opinions and whatever else you share here on Raindrops! Don’t ever stop writing, you are totally inspirational.

    I hope you enjoyed your day!

    ps- I ordered a new pair of Rocket jeans in “Modern Love” http://aritzia.com/en/product/rocket-modern-love/55787001.html I can’t wait for them to arrive so I can try them!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 1:07 am

      Those are gorgeous =) You are totally going to love those! I’m happy you like the pearl ring, it was really cheap! I will be showing it next week in a proper outfit post too! I’m really glad you like my blog so much and the video, thank you!

  9. ali
    March 11, 2015 / 1:30 am

    Congratulations Lorna on 5 years, amazing blog, I always follow it, you always look amazing xx

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 1:32 am

      Thank you so much ali!

  10. Mike
    March 11, 2015 / 5:11 am

    You’re very pretty and attractive. Thumbs up πŸ™‚

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 10:47 am

      Thank you Mike πŸ™‚

  11. March 11, 2015 / 8:56 am

    Omg happy blogaversary!!!! 5 years of blogging that is very impressive. I wish you all the best for the future and I’m looking forward to your new posts πŸ˜€

    glamdevils

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 10:48 am

      Thank you Mira πŸ™‚

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 10:48 am

      Thank you! That’s my plan!

  12. Jenny
    March 11, 2015 / 10:53 am

    Congrats hun xx Happy blog birthday, you deserve it xx

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 11:55 am

      Thank you Jenny!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 12:12 pm

      Thank you so much!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 12:48 pm

      Thank you!

  13. March 11, 2015 / 1:33 pm

    Congratulations and happy blog’s 5th birthday just wow wish you more collars on the way to year 6th πŸ™‚ . Keep up the great work πŸ™‚ . Blogging is fun and we got the most supportive from our lovely blogger friends.

    Have a wonderful day πŸ™‚ .
    Oxox
    Tanya
    http://attraction2fashion.com

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 1:37 pm

      It is definitely fun and there is a huge support from everyone! Thank you πŸ™‚

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 5:11 pm

      Thank you!

  14. March 11, 2015 / 4:08 pm

    Oh wow, 5 years is a huge milestone to arrive for blogging so huge congratulations to you and your blog. xx Love the video and you have a sweet voice, not childish so don’t you be silly. Thank you for using Ed Sheeran as the background music, gosh I love him and that song has to be one of my favourite! xx

    Shireen | Reflection of Sanity

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 5:17 pm

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate that! I love Ed Sheeran too!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 5:11 pm

      Thank you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 5:11 pm

      Thank you Diana!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 5:12 pm

      Thank you so much!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 7:25 pm

      Thank you!

  15. Davis
    March 11, 2015 / 10:55 pm

    Way to go lorna!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 11, 2015 / 11:22 pm

      Thank you!

  16. Sergio
    March 12, 2015 / 1:14 am

    You’re right your voice looks like a teenager girl

  17. Sergio
    March 12, 2015 / 1:20 am

    You’re right your voice looks like a teenager girl, ha ha!! Congratulations for the blogs 5th birthday from a big supporter πŸ™‚

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 12, 2015 / 2:06 am

      Lol, it is quite high pitched isn’t it? And thank you πŸ™‚

  18. Davis
    March 12, 2015 / 3:09 am

    Congrats agai. Lorna, just had time to watch your video and it made my cry! The song and the sweetness of tryin to fed the squirrel was awesome! I was so happy to see my name at the end! It’s an honor to know you!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 12, 2015 / 10:54 am

      Thank you! He usually takes the nuts, but typically wouldn’t due to the camera lol.

  19. Davis
    March 12, 2015 / 11:15 am

    Does he have a name? So cute! Bet he wanted to smell the flowers on your jacket

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 12, 2015 / 11:45 am

      Yeah, it’s Jenson.

  20. dave bisley (airealleader)
    March 12, 2015 / 1:23 pm

    You are wonderful always so well dressed and pretty

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 12, 2015 / 1:25 pm

      Thank you!

  21. March 13, 2015 / 3:20 am

    Congrats! I’ve got a question. I saw you in three different blogs including this one, and I’m just wondering what’s the relationship among those three. No offense intended, just curious πŸ™‚ Congrats again on keeping up with your blog for so long!

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 13, 2015 / 4:27 pm

      Hi Janice, thank you so much! What 3 blogs were those? πŸ™‚

  22. rainydayprepster
    March 13, 2015 / 1:59 pm

    Congrats Lorna! You have always been my favorite blog and hunter girl πŸ˜‰

    • Lorna
      Author
      March 13, 2015 / 4:29 pm

      Thank you Eric πŸ™‚

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