Finally, after I don’t know how long, my new makeover is done! I can’t wait to hear your thoughts (good or bad). I realize it’s a little more on the girly side but that’s exactly what I wanted. You boys are just gonna have to deal with it!
I have 2 people I want to thank. Kathy Murdock my designer and cowgirl creater! She made that cute cowgirl, which happens to be me but way more beautiful, and has done so much more behind the scenes. She rocks and I hope you consider her for your website needs. She has different services that you can check out at Kinetic Solutions.
I’d also like to thank Meg from Lucchese to Louis Vuitton. She gave me my tag line that I absolutely love. “Writing for the Brand” - It’s perfect!
WHAT’S NEW?
Template/Theme
- Only one sidebar
- 3 sub-header boxes–These contain my most popular posts based on comments, a subscribe to my feed box, and links to different parts of my blog and some new stuff!
- id tab box in the sidebar to maximize space. This is also where you’ll find current announcements.
Design
- My very own logo:) which includes a copyright!
- Signature colors of black, pink, and blues.
- Cute little favicon.
Blog Categories & Sections
- Blogging with Cents link will take you to all posts that are under the blogging category along with it’s sub-categories. Some include money makers, business, tutorials, wordpress, blogger, etc.
- All Chick Stuff link has it’s own set of sub-categories. Fashion, beauty, weight, etc.
- My Reflections are my main stuff like ranch life, photography, etc. My life in words & image.
- Cowgirl Critiques doesn’t have a link in the box but it’s new as well. This will consist of reviews of products, services, etc.
FUN NEW ADDITIONS!!
- HORSESHOE HANGOUT is my new forum. I thought long and hard before I decided to add this but because I get so many questions about numerous topics on a daily basis, I felt it would benefit everyone. Forums are really hard to get going in the beginning so I hope that you will join, participate, and help me make it a success. I’ll be having surprises for my forum members too so you’ll want to join;) One random member every month will get a surprise as well!! I have several categories and topics so that your questions will have a home. If you don’t see something or have a request, there is a place for that as well. If you are interested in being a moderator, please email me at lori [at] acowboyswife [dot] com.
- A COWBOY’S WIFE POSSE (Top 100 Blogging Junkies) is my new plug board. You can add your site and get your blog noticed! This was just something I thought would be fun and a free way to help you promote your blog. I’ll be giving shout-outs here on my blog sporadically for the Top 10 members.
- CREATE A SELF HOSTED WORDPRESS BLOG EBOOK is a tutorial on exactly what it says. It has step by step instructions to make it super easy to follow. It comes in pdf format and is available for download now! I did this because I get SOOOOO many requests on how to start a blog with a web host. I have a blogger tutorial coming soon along with some new ebook tutorials.
- BRANDED GEAR — I’ve created 2 stores with my logo and web address on them. I have lots of tweaking to do on those stores but they’re up and running and anyone who buys something, will get a shout here and a link in my sidebar;) More products and more variations of sayings, logos, and more will be added.
Well, I think that about covers it. I hope that you all embrace the changes with open arms. With this new launch, I have a special surprise for you!!!
Leave a comment telling me your HONEST opinion about the changes of the site and you’ll be entered to win a $100 Ebay ecertificate! Yep, ya heard me right people! $100 smackaroos! You have until June 15th to comment and enter, which happens to Father’s Day! I hope you have bought your father or a father something for that special day.
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Be sure to let me know if you find any bugs k!
Lori is the Owner and Founder of four blogs, a 4 year Problogger, a social media influencer, and tech nerd at heart. She's been married 18+ years and has 3 handsome boys; Tyler 17, Toby, 14, and Truett 4. 
Hey I just found your page and not sure what it looked like befor but this is awesome. Thanks
Jens last blog post..Little Cowboy
I really am enjoting your site. As a blogge with a frontal lobe head injury, the clean colors and text make it very easy to read and little strain on the eyes. Now as far as the design, YOU ROCK! I love it. a Wyoing transplant to Texas just wilting in the heat. We love all all things cowgirl here on our ranch, Crazy J’s. Best of luck and I am looking forward to the read.
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Love the colors! I think it looks less cluttered, too! Congrats!!
Melodys last blog post..I know, I know…
I like it. The colors really pop, though the blue links on the side are a touch bit hard to read. But I might just need glasses. :)
Summers last blog post..Discipline and Abuse
Hi
This is my first time visiting your site so I don’t know how it looked before. I really like it. Fun, clean look. I am also in the process of moving to wordpress….I hope that this will be a good thing! I actually really enjoyed your posts on forums. Thanks for the info.
Caryn Baileys last blog post..Reminiscing…
I love your new site! Your Cowgirl is adorable and I love your tag line. I agree about the colors being “girly” but not too “girly. Congrats on the new design!!
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