thirteen years of the creation of beauty is art.

Thirteen years. Somehow, the creation of beauty is art. is a teenager. It is difficult to wrap my head around that statement, because when I first started this beauty blog, it seemed impossible to think beyond the first few posts. Well, thirteen years have passed and this is blog post number 2,404. When I sat down to write my first blog post, my future was uncertain. I had graduated from university, but was working in food service. I didn't know when (or if) anyone would hire me as a writer. Thirteen years later and I happily earn my living writing. A lot of dreams have come true since that first introduction post. 

That first post essentially outlined my mission: to focus on the beautiful things that keep me dreaming. I think, for the most part, I have stayed true to that vision. There have been many posts dedicated to makeup, fashion, movies, books, holidays, and well, whatever inspires me at any given time! However, as the years have passed, my dream also includes a better world for all. In that sense, what is included on the creation of beauty is art. has expanded somewhat. Every now and then, there will be a more personal post where I speak out and share a different piece of who I am. (Thank you to all who have left supportive comments on those kinds of posts. It means more to me than I will ever be able to express.) Over the years, I have learned that beauty is so much more than I initially thought. There is beauty in makeup and clothes, of course, but there is also beauty in meaningful work, in justice, and in hope. My definition of beauty has grown, but my love for all things beauty remains. 

This post is simply to acknowledge the anniversary of the creation of beauty is art. and to thank all who read, comment, and share. This little piece of the internet has brought so much joy and fulfillment to my life. Here is to another year of blogging!