tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post4117704703218547354..comments2023-12-12T09:13:28.919-08:00Comments on Living in Color | A Life & Style Blog: #RealBloggerBeautyLarissa @ Living in Color | A Lifestyle Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16087469051535545425noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-78424465336782471462016-11-29T04:06:20.270-08:002016-11-29T04:06:20.270-08:00Love the honesty and I feel even more inspired to ...Love the honesty and I feel even more inspired to know that despite trials there are women out here who turned their lives completely around. Honestly, it's refreshing to know I'm not the only one who didn't live in a perfect home. Gina babybluemom.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15072362834598719804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-50988176321937697002014-06-23T11:04:12.436-07:002014-06-23T11:04:12.436-07:00Amazing and brave!!Amazing and brave!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12676883123723838192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-36412770923979191342014-06-21T05:32:24.841-07:002014-06-21T05:32:24.841-07:00Elle, I have always loved your blog, your style an...Elle, I have always loved your blog, your style and obviously you are very pretty. After reading this I appreciate the person you are even more. You are beautiful inside and out. And so strong too. Strong to share your sad story and difficult childhood you had. Strong to become who you are and rise up despite the many difficulties.<br /><br />I am so glad I read this. I just wrote my Real Blogger Beauty post today and would love for you to read it as well. Thanks so much. <br /><br />P.S. I am proud of you. =)Elegance and Mommyhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17818930574734628758noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-70206686978305064892014-06-21T04:11:07.403-07:002014-06-21T04:11:07.403-07:00Thanks for sharing Elle, so glad you are doing so ...Thanks for sharing Elle, so glad you are doing so well for yourself. This is a beautiful story and really inspiring. <br />www.stylediarybyosy.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11094970426071143836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-23936997507449949272014-06-19T08:12:47.130-07:002014-06-19T08:12:47.130-07:00I actually read your post on vacation and made sur...I actually read your post on vacation and made sure to mark it as unread on my feed, to be able to comment when I came back, thank you so much for sharing, it takes a lot to expose yourself like that and share such a personal part of your life, it's very encouraging and inspiring and I am sure we can all use an extra dose of that, to remind us that even in the darkest moments there is always a chance that things will turn up for the best. You are truly a nice and genuine person and you desreve all the good things that have come your way and the ones that are yet to come.<br /><br />NataliaLeaving the Corner & Dipping My Toeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05475487696468980071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-75613854447784407942014-06-19T04:51:42.947-07:002014-06-19T04:51:42.947-07:00Thank you for sharing your story. I can see how th...Thank you for sharing your story. I can see how the obstacles and hardships you've endured have shaped you into the woman you are today. We've all had difficult periods in our lives and reading about your overcoming yours is encouraging and inspirational.My Rose Colored Shadeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06073947898650623470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-89252957787107509072014-06-18T18:32:54.831-07:002014-06-18T18:32:54.831-07:00I applaud your vulnerability. Not an easy story to...I applaud your vulnerability. Not an easy story to tell! Sounds like you had a similar life to my nephews. My sister has been a drug user for as long as I can remember. She has a 21 year old that my parents raised, and a 10 and 11 year old that deserve a much better life than she is giving them... Thank you for sharing your story and I'm so glad to see that you made such an amazing life for yourself!<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.eatpraywearlove.com" rel="nofollow">EatPrayWearLove</a>Leah Behrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11918690487361485496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-36205176010333697022014-06-17T19:46:20.418-07:002014-06-17T19:46:20.418-07:00Think you for sharing. It's so true that we se...Think you for sharing. It's so true that we see your beautiful pictures and rarely ever think of what Your life experience was or is. I'm glad you and your sisters are all doing well. Your hard work paid off, your students are lucky to have you.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08565070946675597803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-58348591165291035542014-06-17T07:40:25.164-07:002014-06-17T07:40:25.164-07:00This was an inspired post, Elle. It takes a great...This was an inspired post, Elle. It takes a great woman to use her situation and her past to change other children's futures. Thank you for sharing!<br /><br />x,<br />EricaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12335185622619344207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-87071866529828449572014-06-17T06:53:45.044-07:002014-06-17T06:53:45.044-07:00elle i had no idea! what an amazing story of over...elle i had no idea! what an amazing story of overcoming! you are so brave and truly beautiful!<br /><br />thank you so much for sharing so much of yourself!<br /><br />xo mk<br /><a href="http://goldhattedlover.com" rel="nofollow">gold-hatted lover</a>Mary-Katherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16855483721418756350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-10582124464308999972014-06-17T04:49:02.199-07:002014-06-17T04:49:02.199-07:00This is beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing. This is beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing. Cole.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02726182292283216013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-64653442758935339952014-06-16T23:05:44.809-07:002014-06-16T23:05:44.809-07:00Elle - You always seem so genuine in your posts an...Elle - You always seem so genuine in your posts and reading this just made me love your blog even more. Through all the adversities that you've been through, you come out as a stronger better person. <br /><br />Alice<br />www.happinessatmidlife.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00296756116750579213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-19081847974148738132014-06-16T19:58:35.406-07:002014-06-16T19:58:35.406-07:00So brave of you to share this! It's easy to lo...So brave of you to share this! It's easy to look at someone and just see a pretty face, but we all have stories hidden inside, too, that shape who we are. I love this hashtag and look forward to checking out other bloggers who have posted! :)Katie Wilkeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18286648146803495117noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-60649366773890259662014-06-16T19:46:42.070-07:002014-06-16T19:46:42.070-07:00I can relate to this post in so many ways. I didn&...I can relate to this post in so many ways. I didn't grow up in the most stable environment and it's still something I struggle with to this day. It's amazing what you have overcome and I'm incredibly thankful that you shared your story with us!Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02882268446547451093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-5005822183818983392014-06-16T19:17:55.226-07:002014-06-16T19:17:55.226-07:00Thanks for sharing your life story. WOW! I have de...Thanks for sharing your life story. WOW! I have dealt with abandonment issues with my parents but I could only imagine having to take care of myself and 6 other children. You are truly a rockstar and a blessing to many. <br /><br />xoxo Aisha @ truesoulandspiritMiss.AishaLChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08967793623306794161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-20292241335960275712014-06-16T18:19:57.933-07:002014-06-16T18:19:57.933-07:00Wow, what a life journey! I never would have imagi...Wow, what a life journey! I never would have imagined that you've been on your own from such a young age + grew up with such a tough childhood! You're gorgeous inside + out, so thankful that things have worked out for you- you so deserve all the happiness in the world!lauren @ la petite fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01235564960576355916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-49038689936598883392014-06-16T15:29:29.950-07:002014-06-16T15:29:29.950-07:00Wow... Thanks for sharing :)
The CHIC InsomniacWow... Thanks for sharing :)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.thechicinsomniac.com" rel="nofollow">The CHIC Insomniac</a> The CHIC Insomniachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12918148049372944581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-12796396369447228312014-06-16T13:15:45.795-07:002014-06-16T13:15:45.795-07:00Thank you for sharing your story- you are so brave...Thank you for sharing your story- you are so brave. It was wonderful to read :) Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17309483383922386048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-92097948645247181512014-06-16T11:10:20.050-07:002014-06-16T11:10:20.050-07:00Wow. What a story, and how brave you are to share ...Wow. What a story, and how brave you are to share and have overcome it yourself. It is a happy ending for where it all started! - J2 Girls in 2 Citieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03095195921965762631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-86352151266611011022014-06-16T11:01:51.069-07:002014-06-16T11:01:51.069-07:00Thanks for sharing! You have such an inspirational...Thanks for sharing! You have such an inspirational story and I know it was probably not easy to open up about the struggles you've faced in life. I love that you are using your energy to teach young people :)<br /><br />~Eliseba<br /><br />http://doodlesdoodads.wordpress.com/Elisebahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06946670497479156118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-18303514290135559462014-06-16T09:52:45.503-07:002014-06-16T09:52:45.503-07:00Thank you so much Elle for sharing such an amazing...Thank you so much Elle for sharing such an amazing story and how you over came those obstacles in your life. You truly are an amazing person!! I cried reading this because I can only imagine what it felt like growing up for you. Thank you once again for sharing! I will share my story on my blog sometime this week. It is truly inspiring to read about your favorite bloggers. <br /><br />Xoxo,<br />Kira<br />Keepingupwithkira.comKirahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424093463096846970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-3579622794394358652014-06-16T09:46:51.198-07:002014-06-16T09:46:51.198-07:00thank you for sharing your story! you are truly an...thank you for sharing your story! you are truly an inspiration!<br /><br />xxoo,<br />nikki<br /><br />www.dreaminneon.blogspot.comNikki Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05262344453430733499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-58315177535256443372014-06-16T09:42:21.191-07:002014-06-16T09:42:21.191-07:00Thank you for sharing your story. It takes a lot o...Thank you for sharing your story. It takes a lot of courage to be so transparent, especially in this crazy blogging world. You are clearly an amazing, strong, smart and beautiful woman! I am so happy you are someone helping out children and helping them grow into strong, capable people!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16282782626606655709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-86810583108319478912014-06-16T09:26:23.212-07:002014-06-16T09:26:23.212-07:00I love that you took a not great situation and use...I love that you took a not great situation and used it to power you through and make your dreams come true! So many aren't as driven or lucky. Thanks for sharing your story, and do please write a book! It sounds like it would be incredibly interesting!!Suburban Style Challengehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09979619656946708224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8633745692523891332.post-59156212209160721972014-06-16T09:06:13.680-07:002014-06-16T09:06:13.680-07:00You are absolutely wonderful! I can't even com...You are absolutely wonderful! I can't even comprehend what a strong woman you are to conquer those obstacles with such grace, but it's so incredibly inspiring. I've never gone through anything like that, but your story touched my heart and I'm thankful to work in education now so to be closer to kids going through similar situations. Thank you so much for sharing your story! I'm sure it was rather scary to open up to strangers, but please know you have a friend in me and I cannot wait to meet you! xo<br /><br />JacyJacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09681459479486834841noreply@blogger.com