Sunday, January 18, 2009

Simple Sunday - My Blogiversary

~ this is a silly picture of my mouse and computer, but it represents what I'm especially thankful for today: my blogiversary! (didn't know that was a word? don't feel bad; neither does dictionary.com or the spell check on this blog; but if you look around the Internet, you'll find it; it won't be long until Webster himself realizes it's a genuine word!)...after two years and 843 posts, I find it difficult to succinctly put into words all that this blog has come to mean to me...but I am GRATEFUL--for it, for this occasionally frustrating computer in this freezer of a room, and for you, the readers...if I could have taken a picture of all of you, that's what I would have posted for this Simple Sunday :)
In honor of this momentous occasion, I'm going to do a give-away. I haven't done one of these before, but this seems like as good a time as any...so if you're interested in having a package of goodies show up on your doorstep within the next week or two, leave a comment and I'll draw a name out of the hat to find a winner! :)

30 comments:

Anonymous said...

Congrats on your anniversary!

Thanks for offering a giveaway, that's really nice of you and a neat way to celebrate.

Emily Joy said...

Well of course I'm in! Happy blogiversary!

Emily

Michelle said...

Happy Anniversary!! I really like the new blue background.

Jolanthe said...

Happy Anniversary!! :)

Amanda said...

It's been really great to catch up with you guys on this blog from time to time and imagine my surprise when this morning I find that you're giving a giveaway?!? no way! Seriously though, where would we be without the internet and all of its wonders? I for one would be lost, especially this winter with all of our sickness! Being stuck in the house for a whole week is daunting...
So....thanks davene! ;)

Anonymous said...

Happy Blogiversary! (oh yup, there's the little red squiggly line under the word! :-) ) I love reading your blog!

Miriam said...

Doing a giveaway has caused me to come out of my "lurking" closet... Count me in!

(And yes, I'm Sally's sister...)

Lana said...

Happy Blogiversary! It has been wonderful to read about your family. I am grateful that you are so willing to open up your life like this to us.

Misty said...

Count me in! Happy Blogiversary! I really enjoy reading your thoughts, Davene. Keep it up!

Charree said...

Happy Blogiversary! I enjoy reading your blog and appreciate your encouraging thoughts.

Carl8ta said...

wow! over 800 posts - i am in AWE!

New Mom said...

I'm so glad you started blogging, it's been fun getting to know you. It's funny how even though it's over the web, you really get to become friends with folks. The other day I had a question about something Hebraic and I thought, "Oh, I'll call Davene later and ask her about it." Then I realized-- "Ph, wait Davene is a blog friend-- I've never even heard her voice and I don't have her phone #!" It just goes to show how close you can become with your blogging buddies!

Kristy said...

843 posts?!?!?! Wow. That is amazing. Happy blog-iversary!

Sally said...

That's a lot of posts in two years! Wow! Do you have callouses on your fingers from typing (just kidding!)? I love reading your blog. You can put my name in the hat for your drawing. I wonder if any of my other sisters will show up here...I know at least one other one reads your blog.

Christin said...

To the woman who started it all for me. (blogging, that is).

*To you, my friend*

Unknown said...

very exciting about a giveaway -- and I also feel that way about the 'blogosphere'.

JFisher777 said...

So what do I get if "I" win?

Davene said...

Pardon me: I should have made it clear that NO IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS are eligible to win!!!

Besides, you wouldn't like the prize anyway...after all, you don't like chocolate, do you? ;)

Kristen said...

Thanks for the encouragement on my blog. :)

Bonnie said...

Did I see you say chocolate?!?!?
Well by all means, count me in!
Happy Anniversary- I had to laugh at "2 years, 800+ posts" I'm at 2 years, 205 posts.
Tootles!

Anonymous said...

Davene, Did you mention chocolate?! I am the worlds biggest chocoholic! I also happen to be one of Sally's sisters. So by all means count me in!!!! Julia

Valerie said...

I saw chocolate and thought THAT sounds like something I want to win. :)
Happy Blogiversary!

Margie said...

Wow, Happy Anniversary on the blog! I'm nearing the one-year mark. It's a fantastic way to make new friends. So glad you're one of them, Davene!

Elizabeth said...

Happy Anniversary Davene! I must say that your blog has been a welcome stress reliever for me! I love to go through it and catch up and read all the things happening in your lives. :) Thanks for sharing!

Cindy said...

Happy Blogiversary!

michelle said...

woohoo! congrats! i realized my 1 yr. blogiversary either already happened or is coming up.....but i'm a bad blogger, so it's not as exciting. anyway, i like chocolate! :)

Buzzings of a Queen Bee! said...

I am not eligible for the giveaway...my hubby asked me not to give out our home address, bummer! But I did want to say congratulations on your blogiversary! :)
Carrie

Jenn Heatwole said...

Davene thank you for so openly and honestly sharing your life with us, the good and the bad. Your writings are a constant encouragement to me. Happy Blogiversary!

Amy said...

Congratulations on 2 years. I enjoy reading your blog and appreciate your willingness to share. I am amazed at your dedication. Maybe one day I will too...

Meredith Ivy said...

Congratulations on your blogging birthday. :) I'd love to be entered!