August 2025 – Girl Who Would be KING on Life, Style and INSPIRATION.

Big News! I’m thrilled to share that my blog was ranked #9 in the Top 40 Best Vancouver Lifestyle Blogs to Read and Follow in 2025 by FeedSpot!

These days I’m feeling unencumbered, footloose and fancy free. I have no baggage except for the bags I use to travel with, and my only responsibility is for two lovely furry friends. It’s a light as feather feeling.I don’t know what lies ahead but I know it will be better than before. I read my horoscope just for fun. I usually treat a horoscope like seasoning…just a pinch, never the whole recipe for life. But I love my horoscope this week; especially the part where I get back on my throne and see the bull’s eye straight ahead.

“If you’ve been busy holding onto your sense of identity or material security, but forgetting to reveal your most authentic, real self to the world, Cap, you’ve got to snap out of it and get back on the throne, glaring straight at the bull’s eye that lies ahead of you. And hey, you needn’t rush or push or do any of that. You can simply assert your independence creatively while also striking that balance to get your headspace in order. Test new waters, but also wait for the right timing to make your moves. A good leader is one who knows how to put the team first while also creating space for themselves.”

Well, this is a team of one so guess I’ll be putting myself first and creating more space for….me!I’ve been working on a personal project that I’ve been thinking about doing for a long time and the time has come. I’ll let you know more about it when it comes to fruition as it will take a bit of time – but time is on my side since it’s all I have right now.

In the meantime I’ve received a little unexpected recognition and there’s something extra special about that, not to mention the perfect timing – it’s like the universe giving a little wink.

Feedspot’s editorial team reviewed thousands of blogs across the web, judging them on relevancy, domain authority, content quality, social media following, and freshness – and I made the cut. It’s an honor to be recognized alongside so many talented creators.

If you’re not familiar with Feedspot, it’s a global content discovery platform with roots in the U.S. It helps users follow and organize updates from blogs, podcasts, news sites, YouTube channels, and RSS feeds – all in one place. With over 2.4 million monthly visitors, it’s a go-to resource for marketers, PR pros, and media enthusiasts looking to connect with top voices in every niche.

Here’s what they had to say about my blog:

9. Girl Who Would be KING

Blog https://girlwhowouldbeking.com/
Girl Who Would Be KING is an elegant lifestyle blog that blends mindfulness, style, wellness, and personal growth. It’s about appreciating small rituals, celebrating everyday elegance, nurturing your habits, and finding inspiration.

Here are the rest:

https://bloggers.feedspot.com/vancouver_lifestyle_blogs/

Thank you. I’m feeling grateful

It’s not money, it’s not diamonds, it’s not gold or other material things ~~okay, maybe a little~~. One of the secrets to happiness is enjoying canine companionship.

**Layla** (lying down) & **Adele.** Photo: d. king

My friend sent me a link to a book entitled THIS DOG WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE – a uniquely insightful, uplifting, emotional, and informative book that shows us how dogs make our lives better by making us better people.

I’m totally on board with this. A dog did change my life. Actually, we changed each other’s lives. His name was Jia Jia. I wrote a story about how he changed my life (link at bottom if you’re interested – he passed away five years ago). Now I have two reunited litter-mate sheltie females that are maybe not my whole world ~~okay, maybe a little~~, but definitely make my world whole. I could go so far as to say that they complete me. I cannot imagine my life would be complete without them.

Why do dogs make us better people you might ask?

Because they have an uncanny ability to bring out the best in us. Whether it’s through their loyalty, their boundless joy, or their quiet companionship, they shape our character in ways that are both subtle and profound. You heard the phrase “Be the person your dog thinks you are.”

Dogs rely on us for care. We tend to their needs by feeding, walking, comforting and it helps cultivate a deeper sense of responsibility and emotional awareness. And in return, they offer unconditional love. And love is all or most of what we need.

They love bones too, but don’t have one bad bone in their bodies. They do not disappoint, abuse or abandon us. Only people do that.

Their ability to sense our moods encourages us to be more attuned to others’ feelings.

Dogs live in the moment. They don’t worry about tomorrow or dwell on yesterday. They like routine. Simple things like a walk, a treat, a belly rub that reminds us to slow down and appreciate life’s small joys.

Dogs get us outside, moving, and engaging with the world. They can be ice breakers.

They make us more mindful. They help reduce stress and anxiety, making us calmer and more emotionally balanced.

Have you ever known a dog to hold a grudge? They don’t. They forgive quickly and love fiercely. Their loyalty inspires us to be more devoted and trustworthy in our relationships.

And that’s a big part of having a wonderful life – at least for this girl!

You know the funny thing about all of this? I used to be a cat person!