About

Hi there! Welcome to She Smiles All Day. I’m Sheila, the petite lady behind all of the content you’ll find here 🙂

I started this blog eight years ago while I was bored out of my mind, ignoring a professor who I’m sure did NOT appreciate me messing around on my laptop instead of taking notes. I wanted to share my outfits and my love for makeup and while I didn’t know anyone personally who had a blog and didn’t fully get how it all worked, it just felt right.

This blog has evolved over the years and has transformed from minor creative outlet to my actual job and I know it will continue to change and expand. But these days, this is what you can expect to find on She Smiles:

I compiled all of my most asked questions below in case I missed anything!

FAQ

Q: Why is your blog called “She Smiles All Day”?

A: My full name is Sheila Smires so it’s sort of a play on words. My family and close friends call me “She” and if you replace the “R” in my last name with an “L” you get “Smiles”. I would describe myself as a bubbly, positive person for the most part so while I definitely don’t smile all day you can usually catch me in a good mood!

Q: Any recommendations for restaurants/bars/things to do in San Francisco?

A: I don’t actually have an SF guide posted (working on it) which is admittedly despicable because I’m lived here for almost 10 years and am constantly eating delicious things all over this city. Here is a brief list of my favorite spots I frequent for food and drink:

Q: Where did you go to school and what did you study? 

A: I went to San Francisco State University and studied Political Science and Women & Gender Studies. But, ya girl did not graduate. I am a college dropout! School has never been my thing and I decided that I would rather be pursuing my writing. Luckily what I do does not require a college degree and I am totally at peace with my decision. I did what was right for me and I do not regret it. 

Q: Are you single or in a relationship? 

A: Single!

Q: How do you afford to live in such an expensive city? 

A: I have lived here a long time and therefore have a much lower rent that most people who live here. I found a place I liked and I stayed in that same place for 6 years. It also didn’t have a kitchen sink or a stove so 🙂

I recently moved out of my little shoebox and into a much larger place (kitchen sink included) for lower rent if you can believe it. But that’s only because I had two friends living here so I had an in. Now I have three roommates and a huge kitchen and laundry. You win some, you lose some!

I also have a VERY specific budget and am kind of a maniac when it comes to tracking my money and dispersing it correctly so I account for all of my expenses and adjust as the month goes by. This helps me avoid overspending and also helps me save!

Q: How old are you? 

A: I am 26 and feeling 60 tbh.

Q: Have you always wanted to be a blogger? 

A: I have always wanted to write and share my writing publicly. I didn’t necessarily think it would take this form but I always knew I would be writing in some way. When I was a little girl I dreamed of writing novels and that’s still something on my bucket list!

Q: How do you get paid? 

A: I get paid through brand partnerships, affiliate marketing and ad revenue. I will always let you know if content I create is sponsored or an ad. I mean, I have to legally but I’ll also do it because it’s the right thing to do!

I also am a freelance writer and have part time gigs here and there. It takes a lot to be able to afford to live in SF so I hustle.

Feel free to reach out to me with any questions, comments or business inquiries: sheilasmires@shesmilesallday.com

Let’s be friends!

Thank you for reading!

Xo, She