Ten years.
Y’all, I had to sit with that number for a minute. Ten years of writing, sharing, oversharing, figuring things out as I go, and inviting you into the beautiful chaos that is my life. Ten years of Gigi’s Ramblings.
I started this blog back in February 2016, and by then I already had my hands full with six grandkids. (Four of them were born in 2015 alone… talk about a busy year!) At the time, I’d been writing travel articles and curating family vacation destinations around the world for MiniTime.com for about four years, and honestly? That’s what sparked the whole thing. I loved exploring new places and sharing where families could make amazing memories together. So Gigi’s Ramblings started as a travel blog. My Let’s Travel To… series was my baby, and I was all in on helping families plan their next adventure.
But life has a funny way of taking you places you didn’t plan to go (and I’m not just talking about vacation destinations). Over the years, this blog evolved from travel-focused content into a true lifestyle blog where we discuss it all. Family, grandparenting, business, the messy middle of everyday life, and yeah, still some travel when I can swing it.
And speaking of milestones? February also marks 14 years at my full-time job. Fourteen years of working from home as a virtual assistant and freelance writer, juggling deadlines and clients while building this blog and business on the side. It’s been a wild, wonderful ride balancing it all, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
The Early Days (AKA: What Was I Thinking?)
Let’s be honest. Those first posts were rough. I was finding my voice, learning what people actually wanted to read, and figuring out how to balance vulnerability with “okay, maybe I shouldn’t share that on the internet.” But even in those early, awkward days, I knew one thing: I wanted this blog to feel like a conversation. Like you and I were sitting across from each other with coffee (or wine, depending on the day), talking about whatever was on our minds.
That’s still what Gigi’s Ramblings is today. Just… with better writing. And hopefully fewer typos.
What’s Changed (Spoiler: A Lot)
When I started this blog in 2016, I had six kids and six grandkids. Now I’m Gigi to 15 (about to be 16!) grandbabies, and let me tell you, being a grandmother is one of the greatest joys of my life, but it’s also a whole different ball game than I expected. The stories I get to tell now? The perspective I have on family, life stages, and what actually matters? That’s all thanks to these past ten years of living out loud and sharing the journey with y’all.
The content has evolved, too. What started as a travel blog with my Let’s Travel To… series has blossomed into a space where we talk about everything. Life as a wife, mom, and Gigi. Navigating grandparenthood. Running a business from home. The highs, the lows, and all the gloriously messy moments in between. It’s become a true lifestyle blog, and honestly? I love that it’s grown with me.
My business life has changed, too. I launched Mama Crow’s, my wax melt and incense business, and it’s become such a fun creative outlet. Mixing scents, writing product descriptions that make you feel the fragrance before you even smell it, connecting with customers who love cozy vibes as much as I do… it’s been a blast.
And then there’s Southern Bred Crime Junkie, my true crime blog that launched three years ago. Turns out, my obsession with true crime (especially Southern cases) was something a lot of y’all shared, and that community has grown into something I’m really proud of. But Gigi’s Ramblings? This is where it all started. This is home base.
What Hasn’t Changed
Even with all the growth, pivots, and new ventures, the heart of this blog has stayed the same. I’m still writing about:
- Real life: the good, the chaotic, and the “did that actually just happen?”
- Family moments that make me laugh, cry, or both at the same time
- The challenges of juggling work, relationships, and trying to remember where I put my phone
- Finding joy in the everyday and not taking it all too seriously
- Honest reflections on the seasons of life… because they keep coming, and we keep learning
- My favorite travel destinations
And I’m still showing up as me. I’m country as brown eggs and cornbread. No filter, no pretending I have it all figured out, no perfect Instagram moments. Just a Southern gal in Waco, Texas, doing her best and hoping it resonates with someone out there who needed to hear it.
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The People Who Made This Possible
Here’s the thing: I couldn’t have done this without you.
The readers who’ve been here since the beginning. The ones who followed along with the Let’s Travel To… series and stuck around as the blog evolved into something bigger. The ones who found me somewhere along the way and decided to stay. The folks who comment, send messages, share posts, and let me know that something I wrote made them feel seen or understood or just made them laugh on a hard day.
You’ve celebrated with me through the wins: new grandbabies, business launches, exciting opportunities. And you’ve shown up for me during the hard stuff, too. The low-energy days. The moments of doubt. The times when I wasn’t sure if I had anything left to say.
Your support, encouragement, and willingness to engage with my ramblings (see what I did there?) has meant more than I can put into words. You’re not just readers. You’re a community. And that’s what makes this whole thing worth it.
What’s Next
I wish I could tell you I have some master plan for the next ten years. But honestly? I’m just going to keep doing what I’ve been doing. Showing up, sharing the real stuff, and writing like I’m talking to a friend.
I’ve got more stories to tell. More grandkids to spoil. More scents to create, more true crime cases to dig into, more life to live out loud. And who knows? Maybe even some more travel content if the stars align.
And I hope you’ll stick around for it.
Because here’s what I’ve learned in ten years of blogging: life keeps moving, circumstances keep changing, and we’re all just figuring it out as we go. But when you find people who get it… who laugh at the same things, relate to the struggles, and cheer you on through the journey? That’s something special.
So thank you. For ten years of reading, engaging, supporting, and being part of this community. For making Gigi’s Ramblings more than just a blog. It’s a space where real life happens, and where we all get to navigate it together.
Here’s to the next chapter. Whatever it holds, I’m glad you’re here for it. 🎉☕✨
Now I want to hear from you: How long have you been reading Gigi’s Ramblings? What’s your favorite type of content I share? Drop a comment and let’s celebrate together!