I am so glad to be this thing called a "blogger." It has been such a blessing in my life. I have made friends I see in person and friends who have sent me e-mails and messages that I have enjoyed receiving. Cards in the mail and phone calls from other bloggers helping me to spiff up my blog. I want to whole heartily say thank you.
Finding others interested in the same pursuits has widened my horizons and educated me. All from the comfort of home which is my favorite place to be. I saw that I was inching up on a 1000 followers as New Years approached and when I clicked on New Year's day I had passed that mark. Many have moved on from blogger and it doesn't really mean you have a 1000 followers but it made me smile. So thank you if you ever clicked that little button.
I have been blessed by those that have added me to their side bars. I am visual person and love scrolling down the blog lists of other bloggers to see where I want to click that day. I try to add those who have added me to my side bar list. If I have not added you then let me know and I will work on getting you on there. The kindness of others doing that for me has sent me so many nice folks who I would not have heard from otherwise.
I wish I could comment on every post I read. I just find I am on for a bit here and there as life calls us to what is really important, our homes and family. I hope I have been able to be a small part of your blogging life as well. And for the non bloggers that take the time to send me e-mails, you are very dear and sweet to take such time. Again, thank you from Elaine (me) at Sunny Simple Life. And it is sunny today. I am about to head out and let the chickens out. Good day everyone!
I really enjoy your blog...can't wait to see what 2013 brings!! I have a blog also...would love to have you follow...:)
ReplyDeleteI agree, blogging is a wonderful thing! Looking forward to doing more of it this year!
ReplyDeleteIt has been so great to get to know you. Can,t wait to see what all you are up to in 2013. Hugs,marty
ReplyDeleteElaine, I have you on my sidebar. Congrats on passing 1,000 followers! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Elaine! I have you on my blog roll. I love your posts!
ReplyDeleteWell you know I follow! Can't wait to see what bloggers have for this New Year!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I passed 100 this December and was happy - a 1000 is a massive accomplishment. Still loving your blog - one of the thousand!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun mile-stone for you.
ReplyDeleteI can tell that you are pretty happy about it :)
I'm happy to be a follower, and see your fun posts.
Have a Happy Day!
Always enjoy your blog. Besides the fact that we like you, you know those darling chickens are a big draw! :-)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the 1000.
Bloggers are the best! Glad we met doing one of our favorite things!
ReplyDeletehugs, Linda
I have really enjoyed your blog and your sunny simple attitude. :) Having blog buttons and listing blogs that we follow is important, I think. It helps us find like minded people.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great milestone for you. Congratulations!, reading blog posts is one of my favorite ways to start my day as I drink my coffee waiting for my body to wake up. I, too, love to scroll thru the blog lists of some of my favorite bloggers and, sometimes, finding a new one to follow. And that's how I found you!! :). I'm so glad I did.
ReplyDelete:D Enjoy your sunny day today. There isn't a cloud in the sky here, but it's COLD!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on having over 1,000 followers. That's fantastic! I think when I first started reading your blog you had around 300 followers.
xo,
RJ
No, it's us who need to thank you - your daily blog post always, always makes my day a little nicer. I love reading about your home, your family, your decor, your chickens. You make life a little brighter from Sunny Southern California. Hugs ~ Mary
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, I looked for a button to display for Sunny Simple Sundays. I will add your blog button then. I enjoy your linky very much. xo
ReplyDeleteI share your thoughts on blogging!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day. Can't wait til next Friday!!
xo Kris
Congratulations! Milestones are so exciting. I feel the same way about blogging. I have really come to love it so much. Glad I found your space :)
ReplyDeleteI feel much the same way you do, Elaine! Thank you for sharing all that you do with us!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a milestone...congrats! I love reading your posts...very fun!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on you ever expanding follower list. How exciting. Hugs and Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on passing the 1000 followers mark! What a milestone! (I'm looking forward to passing 100) Yes, there are a lot of great people in the blogging community.
ReplyDeletei'm so glad i have found your blog ... such a blessing. so fun. thanks for all the tip. big big hugs. ( :
ReplyDeleteI also feel very blessed to be a blogger. Blogging has widened my horizons and greatly enhanced my life.
ReplyDeleteI love your blog, it's always interesting, inspiring and a great read.
I have loved getting to know you Elaine! I don't mind not having comments on every post, I have found it impossible to comment on every post of all the wonderful people I have met through blogging, I just have to hope they understand. It really is a blessing to share so much with like minded people, thanks for your beautiful posts!
ReplyDeleteI would never have believed that I could acquire so many dear friends by blogging. I feel as you do - so blessed to have gotten into this world.
ReplyDeleteGreat post.
Judy
Dear sweet Elaine,
ReplyDeleteI love visiting your blog! I always know that I am going to leave better in some way. Each post you share is so genuine, so practical, and so real. Thank you for the many, many times you have encouraged me.
Blessings and thanks so much, my fond friend.
Blessings,
Carolynn xxx
Yep, I'm one of those whose day you always make sunnier. Love ya!
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Elaine, this is beautifully said. I feel the same. Blogging has offered me the opportunity to connect with others who share an interest in many of the things I'm passionate about. I'm not to 1000 followers yet, but am amazed that I even have a following. I recently lost my entire list of blog links on my sidebar. I'm slowly recreating it, but you are there. ;-)
ReplyDelete~ Sarah
I always enjoy stopping by your blog - you do a great job!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on 1000 followers. Really enjoy your blog.
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog today via Tania@ Out Back and I'm so glad I did. What a lovely corner of the Internet you have.
ReplyDeletetracy
I love your blog Elaine and drop by often. You are one of my favourite blogs listed on my sidebar :)
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I'm so happy you're here and that you are one of my blogging friends! Thanks for all the time and effort you put into your blog, Elaine!
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Claudia
I so enjoy your blog and I too love the blogging world. Congrats on going over 1000! Kit
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