Today we have another fun member interview with Kirstie Thompson from The Southern Pearl. Sassy southern sophistication meets motherhood on her blog as she shares a love for her family and all things Kentucky. Kirstie is a pearl-obsessed Kentucky wife and mom to her own daughter and four step-kids or “bonus kids” as she affectionately calls them. I invite you to follow along.

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Read on to learn more about Kirstie and her blog.
What do you blog about on The Southern Pearl?
I blog about random things, to be honest. However, most of my post somehow relate to being a parent/stepparent, Kentucky Living, and just the ins and outs of life.
How long have you been blogging? What motivated you to start?
I have been blogging since June 10, 2015. I started blogging because I love writing. Blogging is something that I enjoy and do for me.
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What is your favorite part of blogging?
My favorite part of blogging is able to express how I feel about certain situations.
What is the hardest part about blogging for you?
The hardest parts of blogging for me is getting into a good posting routine, dealing with the emotions that come when a post isn’t well received, and the feeling I get when my stats aren’t where I’d like them to be.
Who is your favorite blogger and why?
My favorite blogger has to be Helene from Helene in Between. Her blog and success are an inspiration for where The Southern Pearl could be some day.
What do you do for fun when you aren’t blogging?
I spend time with my family, cuddle and be in awe of my daughter, sleep, and watch plenty of Netflix.
Tell us one fun fact about yourself. 
I was able to study abroad in London, England during the 2012 Olympics.
What did you do before you began blogging? What skills do you have?
I have a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from Eastern Kentucky University.
Have you been published anywhere else either online or in print?
No, not yet.
What do you hope to achieve with your blog and online presence?
I want to one day be able to make an impact in someone’s life. And, I hope my posts inspire my readers or make them feel better about what they are dealing with in their own lives. I would also like to be able to obtain sponsored posts and increase my online presence drastically.
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Big thanks to Kirstie for being part of the IBA, for sharing her southern charm with us and letting us follow along on her journey through motherhood. Make sure to head on over to The Southern Pearl to follow along. Till next time, Monica ?