My hobbies are getting dressed up and shaking my 🍑 My hobbies are getting dressed up and shaking my 🍑. In that order. #danceparty
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Most people look at their Instagram insights. Not Most people look at their Instagram insights.
Not everyone knows what they are actually looking at.

I see it all the time when I sit down with clients. They know their numbers are there. They just are not sure what to do with them. So let’s fix that.

Your Instagram insights are broken down into two categories. Post insights show you how one specific piece of content performed. Account insights show you how your overall strategy is performing over time. Both matter and they answer different questions.

Here is what to pay attention to on every post:

-Views — your highest number, counts every time your content was seen including multiple views from the same account
-Reach — the number of unique accounts that saw your content, watch how much is coming from non followers
-Engagement — likes, comments, saves, and shares. Saves and shares are the most valuable
-Profile Visits — how many people were curious enough to go look at your page after seeing your content
-Follows — which posts are actually convincing people to stick around
-Audience Details — who is seeing your content and when they are most active

Here is the thing. High views with low engagement means your content is being seen but not connecting. High profile visits with low follows means something is off on your page. Go check your bio and your pinned posts.

Your insights are not just numbers. They are directions.
Save this and go pull up your insights right now.

Follow for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.

That is what I am here for.
It took me months to work my way up to leg pressin It took me months to work my way up to leg pressing 160 pounds.

In the last four weeks, I dropped back to 100.

That sounds discouraging until you know the whole story.

I took two weeks completely off while we were on vacation. Then I spent another two weeks barely making it to the gym because life got busy and my knee needed a break.

Old me would have looked at that number and thought I was starting over.

Now I know better.

Progress isn’t a straight line. It’s full of vacations, injuries, busy seasons, family commitments, work deadlines, and days when your body simply needs rest.

The strongest people I know aren’t the ones who never lose momentum. They’re the ones who keep coming back.

So if you’ve ever looked at someone else’s progress and wondered why yours feels so slow, remember this: you’re only seeing a snapshot. You’re not seeing the months of consistency, the setbacks, the plateaus, or the days they had to start lighter than they wanted to.

Fitness isn’t something I’m trying to “finish.” It’s a lifelong relationship with my body. Some seasons I’ll be stronger. Some seasons I’ll simply be showing up.

Both count.

I know I’ll get back to 160.

And when I do, it’ll be because I kept going—not because I never took a break.

If you’re in a season where it feels like you’ve taken a step backward, give yourself some grace. Your journey isn’t over. It’s just another chapter.
Paxton’s 13th birthday trip was basically one long Paxton’s 13th birthday trip was basically one long session in Mother Nature’s sauna. We sweated through every outfit, every park, and probably lost our body weight in water.

But if there’s one thing this family is going to do, it’s look as cute as possible while melting.
Jaws 🦈 is one of my all-time favorite movies. Dire Jaws 🦈 is one of my all-time favorite movies. Directed by Spielberg, it’s a true classic, and I’ve been obsessed since I was a kid. I’ve watched it more times than I can count and have read the book three times.

When we planned our trip to Universal, I told Tia there was only one thing I wanted: a Jaws manicure. Even though the ride is gone, there were still plenty of Jaws props to see, and our hotel even had this incredible sand sculpture in the lobby. It was the perfect excuse to share a few of my favorite facts about one of my favorite movies.

My 5 favorite Jaws facts:

1. “You’re gonna need a bigger boat” wasn’t in the script. Roy Scheider ad-libbed the line. Fun fact: if I ever own a beach house, I’m naming it A Bigger Boat.
2. In the novel, Chief Brody’s wife, Ellen, has an affair with Matt Hooper. That storyline was completely removed from the film.
3. Spielberg intentionally filmed the shark more like a serial killer than an animal. The stalking behavior and carefully built suspense gave it almost human-like characteristics and leaned heavily into Hitchcock-style suspense.
4. The mechanical shark, nicknamed Bruce, was never properly tested in salt water. It malfunctioned so often that Spielberg was forced to show it less, which ended up making the movie even scarier by relying on suspense and John Williams’ unforgettable score.
5. That iconic, Oscar-winning score? It’s essentially just two alternating notes: E and F. Somehow, those two notes became one of the most recognizable pieces of music in movie history.

What’s a movie you’ve seen so many times you can practically quote it from memory?
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Gift Guide · December 20, 2017

Last Minute Gifts

So Christmas is five days away…  Soak it in…

If you have not finished shopping yet I am here to help.  Of course there are still plenty of local places to shop and get your gifts but if you are needing to shop online your best bet is of course Amazon.  They are still offering some major deals and the two day shipping makes it the easiest shopping trip you will ever make.

Here is my list for the best last minute gifts…

Melissa and Doug Cookie Set – I saw this in a store two days ago and it was $20.  Today it was $13 on amazon and available for prime shipping.  I was looking for one more gift for our Christmas child and this was perfect.  It will be here Thursday.

Bear Claws – I really need to buy a set of these for Big Daddy.  These are pulled pork claws that help you pull the meat without having to get your hands dirty.  Also, if you have ever shredded pork when it came out of the smoker you know it is blazing hot so these will be perfect for not burning your fingers.  I also have heard of people using them to pick up veggies and other things off the grill.

Steel Water Bottle – These are perfect for anyone you need to buy for.  Seriously everyone needs one.  They come in a variety of colors and sizes.  I LOVE mine.

Zipbuds – Ok not to stereotype but we all know that guys are usually the ones who are waiting until the last minuite to get gifts.  Guys if you are looking for something for your wife or girlfriend these are great!

Blanket Scarf – There are about a million ways to tie these and an equal amount of videos on you tube.  I actually did one last year for Northshore Parent here.

Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera –  I have seen a few friends buy these for their families for Christmas.  Seems like it would be a fun gift and something that could get a lot of use on Christmas Day.

Echo Show – Still regretting not grabbing one of these for Big Daddy.  If you are looking for the perfect gift for someone who loved gadgets this is it.  Plus they are still on sale at $149.

Video Projector – This is one of those items that you don’t need until you need it.  Currently in my life I don’t need this on a regular basis but a few weeks ago I could have used it for a presentation I did.  Basically I wouldn’t be sad if this was under the Christmas tree because I probably wouldn’t buy it for myself.

Sous Vide Precision Cooker – Great gift and a GREAT price.  These are usually much more expensive than this especially since this one is blue tooth.

Selfie Ring Light – This would be a fun gift for someone who is hard to buy for.  Finding the right light when taking a selfie isn’t always easy.  This will definitely give you that gorgeous glow.

Portable Oven – This is cool especially for someone who works in an office and is trying not to eat out or stay on a diet.  I can think of several teachers who could put this to good use.

Guac Lock – This is perfect for bringing things to parties and can be used for a lot more than just guacamole.

Don’t fret if you still have people on your list.  There is still time to shop.  Get on it today and enjoy the rest of your week.

XO,

Tippy

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My hobbies are getting dressed up and shaking my 🍑 My hobbies are getting dressed up and shaking my 🍑. In that order. #danceparty
Hot summer nights. Thank you for the beautiful eve Hot summer nights. Thank you for the beautiful evening @wigsbytiffani and @nuair_ac #gala #fancykings
5 reasons I think you need to hire @brittanyspreen 5 reasons I think you need to hire @brittanyspreen.hmua for your next glam 💄 👄 #mua #glam
Let me have a word with you…. Let me have a word with you….
Most people look at their Instagram insights. Not Most people look at their Instagram insights.
Not everyone knows what they are actually looking at.

I see it all the time when I sit down with clients. They know their numbers are there. They just are not sure what to do with them. So let’s fix that.

Your Instagram insights are broken down into two categories. Post insights show you how one specific piece of content performed. Account insights show you how your overall strategy is performing over time. Both matter and they answer different questions.

Here is what to pay attention to on every post:

-Views — your highest number, counts every time your content was seen including multiple views from the same account
-Reach — the number of unique accounts that saw your content, watch how much is coming from non followers
-Engagement — likes, comments, saves, and shares. Saves and shares are the most valuable
-Profile Visits — how many people were curious enough to go look at your page after seeing your content
-Follows — which posts are actually convincing people to stick around
-Audience Details — who is seeing your content and when they are most active

Here is the thing. High views with low engagement means your content is being seen but not connecting. High profile visits with low follows means something is off on your page. Go check your bio and your pinned posts.

Your insights are not just numbers. They are directions.
Save this and go pull up your insights right now.

Follow for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.

That is what I am here for.
It took me months to work my way up to leg pressin It took me months to work my way up to leg pressing 160 pounds.

In the last four weeks, I dropped back to 100.

That sounds discouraging until you know the whole story.

I took two weeks completely off while we were on vacation. Then I spent another two weeks barely making it to the gym because life got busy and my knee needed a break.

Old me would have looked at that number and thought I was starting over.

Now I know better.

Progress isn’t a straight line. It’s full of vacations, injuries, busy seasons, family commitments, work deadlines, and days when your body simply needs rest.

The strongest people I know aren’t the ones who never lose momentum. They’re the ones who keep coming back.

So if you’ve ever looked at someone else’s progress and wondered why yours feels so slow, remember this: you’re only seeing a snapshot. You’re not seeing the months of consistency, the setbacks, the plateaus, or the days they had to start lighter than they wanted to.

Fitness isn’t something I’m trying to “finish.” It’s a lifelong relationship with my body. Some seasons I’ll be stronger. Some seasons I’ll simply be showing up.

Both count.

I know I’ll get back to 160.

And when I do, it’ll be because I kept going—not because I never took a break.

If you’re in a season where it feels like you’ve taken a step backward, give yourself some grace. Your journey isn’t over. It’s just another chapter.
Paxton’s 13th birthday trip was basically one long Paxton’s 13th birthday trip was basically one long session in Mother Nature’s sauna. We sweated through every outfit, every park, and probably lost our body weight in water.

But if there’s one thing this family is going to do, it’s look as cute as possible while melting.
Jaws 🦈 is one of my all-time favorite movies. Dire Jaws 🦈 is one of my all-time favorite movies. Directed by Spielberg, it’s a true classic, and I’ve been obsessed since I was a kid. I’ve watched it more times than I can count and have read the book three times.

When we planned our trip to Universal, I told Tia there was only one thing I wanted: a Jaws manicure. Even though the ride is gone, there were still plenty of Jaws props to see, and our hotel even had this incredible sand sculpture in the lobby. It was the perfect excuse to share a few of my favorite facts about one of my favorite movies.

My 5 favorite Jaws facts:

1. “You’re gonna need a bigger boat” wasn’t in the script. Roy Scheider ad-libbed the line. Fun fact: if I ever own a beach house, I’m naming it A Bigger Boat.
2. In the novel, Chief Brody’s wife, Ellen, has an affair with Matt Hooper. That storyline was completely removed from the film.
3. Spielberg intentionally filmed the shark more like a serial killer than an animal. The stalking behavior and carefully built suspense gave it almost human-like characteristics and leaned heavily into Hitchcock-style suspense.
4. The mechanical shark, nicknamed Bruce, was never properly tested in salt water. It malfunctioned so often that Spielberg was forced to show it less, which ended up making the movie even scarier by relying on suspense and John Williams’ unforgettable score.
5. That iconic, Oscar-winning score? It’s essentially just two alternating notes: E and F. Somehow, those two notes became one of the most recognizable pieces of music in movie history.

What’s a movie you’ve seen so many times you can practically quote it from memory?
Fridays thought. Fridays thought.
Have you been to Disney or Universal in the summer Have you been to Disney or Universal in the summer?  What was your experience?  To me, I’d go back this time of year again because the crowds were so small. I can deal with the heat if I don’t have to wait 90 minutes for every ride! 

Despite the heat we had a great time for @paxton2short’s 13th birthday trip!!

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