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Blogging Behind the Scenes

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Living the Gourmet: Blogging Behind the Scenes

As a food blogger, I am often asked, "What is a blog, and what does your day entail?"

First of all, I would just like to acknowledge how blessed I am to have the opportunity to be working at what I love - cooking and sharing recipes.

Blogging in itself is a business and a labor of love, a twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week passion.

LTG requires constant attention, and when I am not working on it, then I am thinking about it; trying to create new recipes, and devise new ways to keep the content fresh and interesting for my readers.

This post has been something I have been excited to create and share with you. Today, we are taking a look at what being a full-time blogger entails. Introducing T-Mobile Simply Prepaid™.
Living the Gourmet: Blogging Behind the Scenes

When you blog, you need your networks readily available at all times no matter where you are. The truth is, the majority of blogging heavily depends on my mobile device.

Managing a blog, being a mom, developing recipes, hunting down new products and attending media events, keep me constantly on the go and rarely leave me with enough time at my computer to properly handle my networks.

The larger the audience becomes, the more I need a reliable internet connection and phone to update my social status, stay connected with my followers, and the companies I work with. Not to mention all my emails and correspondences that require attention regardless of whether I'm at my desk or not. PR calls are time sensitive, especially when you are your own PR.

The Samsung Galaxy Avant offers me some great features like its easy to edit memo and calendar, camera mode settings that seamlessly adjust to my needs, and its spacious 4.5" display. The Avant is not only easy to navigate, but it's also affordable.

Prepaid often has slow data, a spotty network, second rate devices, and a small selection of phones. However, with Simply Prepaid™ you get 4G LTE data on Simply Prepaid™. T-Mobile is a flexible solution allowing you to choose the plan that best suits your needs. You pay as you go - paying for only what you need.

I was excited to head into Walmart to upgrade my current mobile situation with no overages, credit check, or annual service contract required. Who knew it could be that simple?

My experience with Simply Prepaid™ has been highly favorable. For $40/month, I am on T-Mobile's Nationwide 4G LTE Network. Mobile internet has never been so fast and adaptable. No connections lost or sudden, unexpected app crashes while in the middle of updating.

Here is a look at my past week blogging and running my business through the eyes of Simply Prepaid™ and the Galaxy Avant-

Living the Gourmet: Blogging Behind the Scenes

There are different camera modes that work really well alongside my favorite photo filters like VSCO CAM.

Living the Gourmet: Blogging Behind the Scenes
The high internet speed paired with Google Sync makes Simply Prepaid™ and the Galaxy Avant an essential for any blogger. Upon sign-up, my Google accounts were instantly connected, ready to share away and blog on the go.

Living the Gourmet: Blogging Behind the Scenes
Simply Prepaid™ and the Galaxy Avant has helped streamline my blog's day-to-day, making for an exceptionally positive experience overall.

Check out this video for more on how to stay connected with T-Mobile's Smmply Prepaid.

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  1. nipponnin says

    March 25, 2015 at 12:41 am

    Fascinating post! I just realized I didn't put that much effort creating my blog post...I love to cook, writing about it and enjoy visiting other bloggers but that's it...nothing more...I commend for your hard work. I think you're doing great job!

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  2. nico says

    March 16, 2015 at 2:55 am

    Good photos! Thank You! It really helps to get some inspiration to see posts like this 🙂
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  3. Dottie Sauchelli-Balin says

    March 16, 2015 at 2:41 am

    Dear Catherine,
    You are so correct when you said that blogging takes 24/7 and passion. I am aware of that and no truer words were said, as I do the same thing with my blog. If you are not working on it, you are thinking about it, or cooking for the recipes. This phone sounds like a great tool to have, will have to check this one out. Thanks for always giving us the best of your best...in recipes, tips, and everything else you and your family do to keep it fresh and always new...I have learned so much from you as well and I am glad that we have become blogger friends.. Have a blessed week...
    Dottie 🙂

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  4. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says

    March 16, 2015 at 2:12 am

    It's crazy how much I'm on my phone for blogging! This looks like an amazing phone to help me get it all done!

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  5. Liz says

    March 16, 2015 at 1:53 am

    Isn't it unreal how much we rely on our phones for blogging? I never would have thought I'd be doing so much techy stuff when I started 5 years ago! Thanks for sharing how Simply Prepaid works. Have a terrific week, Catherine and Tammy!!! xo

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  6. Big Daddy Dave says

    March 14, 2015 at 9:17 pm

    Catherine, Interesting...but heck, I'm retired and going full time with my blog sounds like work! Three times a week is enough for me...and it keeps me a little creative and it makes me do some research. Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  7. Ginny Hartzler says

    March 14, 2015 at 4:28 pm

    A good friend of mine has the Simply Prepaid and she loves it. We have a plan with a local carrier that is just as good, also prepaid. I can tell you spend a lot of time making your blog look gorgeous! What is the business you are in?Do you cater?

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  8. Comedy Plus says

    March 14, 2015 at 2:55 pm

    I have mentioned several times in the recent past that your photography is mouthwatering. I see how you're doing that now. What great information to know.

    Have a fabulous day Catherine. Big hugs. ♥♥♥

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  9. Barbara says

    March 14, 2015 at 12:53 pm

    Good phone photos!

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  10. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says

    March 14, 2015 at 12:26 pm

    Those pictures you took with the phone are incredible!! So much better than my phone!!!

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