Just realized this afternoon that I've been blogging for a whole year now.
I've really enjoyed it. I must say it's been different from what I expected. My original intention was to provide updates for friends and family.
What has surprised me is the circle of friends I've found just by keeping this online journal. I did not expect to find the deep sense of community and support and--sorry, I've got to say it--love.
I've also been very impressed with the quality of writing in many of the blogs I read regularly. I'm a part of a group called DotMoms, and I lost count, but a number of these women have agents and book contracts--the works! They may choose the label Mom instead of Writer, but many of these women are the real McCoy.
It's been an amazing year. I've typed lots of words because of this blog. Who knows if it's a book of one's own in the making, but I feel connected to many other mothers, even though parenting is brand new to me. So thanks!
Happy Blogiversary! I have been online journaling since 2002 but have just started blogging and I agree about the wonderful people you meet along the way that you otherwise might have not met. I am constantly blown away with the eloquent moms out there. I've always dreamed of being a great writer but I do not think I will ever get there! lol
Posted by: Tricia | 16 March 2005 at 05:34 PM
Happy Blogiversary! I think Dotmoms is great -- one of my favorite blogs to read.
And thank YOU for writing. :)
Posted by: kat | 16 March 2005 at 06:24 PM
congrats Robin!
and thanks too...for the wonderful people you've introduced me to.
and more thanks...for re-entering MY life after all these years (Robin and i went to camp together in the 1970s...in Mississippi!).
and more thanks even more...for inspiring me to write..a tad.
Posted by: Robyn | 17 March 2005 at 01:36 PM
We should really be thanking you, Robin! I look forward to reading your blog every day in the way I used to anticipate my morning newspaper.
A~
Posted by: ange | 17 March 2005 at 01:59 PM