26/08/2026
I think Instagram is having one of those moments where it shows my posts to X3 of my followers and zero non followers whilst also repeatedly telling me that I can get seen by more people if I just pay a gazillion pounds by 3pm tomorrow. It's a bit like being blackmailed and I'm sure it is happening on a massive scale to lots of small businesses struggling in the current economic climate. I can buy a blue tick or pay for a 'plus' service or reduce the annoying advertising if I put my hands in my deep, Yorkshire pockets.
Well, you know what Insta? I actually don't care anymore and you can surpress my posts all you like. I'm still going to post because I like sharing my photos and I like looking at the beautiful creativity shared by others. I'm still getting visibility on Facebook (until you break that too), still actively booking weddings and still making a decent living out of my flowers in spite of your damned algorithms. And at the end of the day, that's all that matters.
My loyal customers are still finding me and supporting me. For that I thank you from the bottom of my heart. To help me find new ones, perhaps you could recommend me to your friends and family so that I don't have to rely on the constantly changing hoops I have to jump through on here 🤣
I think the same goes for any small business you occasionally support. Even just a quick share or a review can make all the difference when huge tech has such a hold over our livelihoods.
Photo of one of my large monthly subscription bouquets. This one was the last of a six month subscription and my very satisfied customer has already renewed it for another 6 months. Thank you for your repeat custom!
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