A Round of Applause

It's amazing how quickly the weeks keep flying by. I find it kind of funny since I have so much shopping to do still and so little time. I think this happens every year and each year the shopping and prep manages to get done. Deep breaths.
Perhaps focusing instead on the posts I loved this week and linking up with Meagan of All the Joys for Blogger Love will provide me a little respite from my panic mode.
The Darker Side of Blogging by Chits and Giggles and The Grits Blog. We all know about the joys of blogging but there is also a darker side. Kristyn and Ashley tackle this side head on and give some hints on how to work around them.
Things I'll Never Say Sorry For by Knock on Wood. I love this post by Amanda. As women we tend to apologize for things that don't need an apology. We often cover our successes and downplay our accomplishments. This post was a breath of fresh air.
Home for the Holidays - Time to Make Your Holiday Crafts by SnapGinger. I loved the crafts that Jamie compiled. In this day and age when it is so easy to buy a gift or give a gift card, it's nice to go the extra mile and make something. I loved the assortment that Jamie chose to highlight.
So You Want to Start Sponsoring Blogs by Hey Kerri. Kerri always has great blogging tips and this post doesn't disappoint. Great advice and tips to keep in mind when you are considering sponsoring other blogs.
Blogging Basics: Content is King but Engagement is Key by Flowers in My Hair. Nina hits the nail on the head with this one. You can post everyday of the week but if you aren't engaging your readers it will not do you any good. Definitely food for thought here. Highly recommend this post!
So there you have my top 5 favorite posts of the week. No big shocker for me that blogging tips were prevalent. What type of posts are your favorite to read? Comment below and let me know what other great posts I may have missed this week!