Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Blogiversary



Well, it has been one year.
One year of full-on blathering.
Doesn't time fly?
Initially, I was a blog reader.
I was a mother to blog writers.
I was a bit harassed by some to start a blog.
Still, I drug my feet.
I thought I had nuthin' to say.
Really, who knew?
Well, most of you.
I blabbed on facebook.
I wrote long comments on others' blogs.
I am a talker.
Hi, my name is Janie
and I can't shut up.
I have now realized I love to blog.
I've got stories to tell. 
I think I might implode if I don't get them out.
I have documented big events and little events.
I have shared some of my stupid and my serious.
The connections I have made through blogging
have been such a life blessing.
I have made some real friends.
I have even hugged a few of you.
There are several more I badly wanna hug.
A lot of you make me laugh/cry or both.
 I have fallen in love
with your interaction in the process.
I love your comments.
I don't check my statistics much,
and my follower count is not super important to me.
But being read, yeah I dig it.
Your comments make me do a happy dance.
So in honor of my 1st year
I am asking you to leave me a comment.
Quit stalking and chat up.
Oh, I know you are out there.
I sometimes check those stats
and there are a lot of peeping Toms...
(by the way, hey cousin Tom, wasup?)
So celebrate with me and blather me back.
I love ya, I really really do.
 So share the love and make my day.





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57 Comments:

At January 4, 2012 at 6:05 AM , Blogger Nancy said...

You've only been doing this for a year? Really? Cause you really seem to have got it going on. Congratulations on the blogaversary. Keep it going. I love all the imaginary friends I've made on the internet!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:16 AM , Blogger Farmgirl Paints said...

i love ya girlie. love that you are a talker...that you mothered me. happy one year blogiversary. so glad you got brave and decided to put yourself out there. the world needed a janie fox talks;)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:31 AM , Blogger Rebecca Palm* Gallimaufry Photography* said...

I agree with Becky. We did need you- we DO need you. Happy Blogaversary, Janie. Love you! :-)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:32 AM , Blogger Abbie said...

woop woop i year! good job mama

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:45 AM , Blogger Heidi Ehle said...

we love you too Janie Cakes! (mmm cake!) Plenty of times when your wacky sense of humor made me laugh out loud....and a whole lot of times made me smile, or even just think! XOXOXOXO.
Happy blogiversary!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:47 AM , Blogger C.A. said...

Can't get through my day without your blogging, Sister. :) You inspire me daily!

Big Love....

C.A.

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:54 AM , Blogger Rebecca said...

You don't have to beg to get me to comment! But you already know that.

Where in the world do you find your "statistics"?

 
At January 4, 2012 at 7:02 AM , Blogger Sweet Tea said...

An Anniversary, then a Blogaversary - you got it goin' on. I'm a somewhat new FOLLOWER, yes, always late to the party, but I am a FAN! Love your "blathering", you are so darn funny and beneath all the silliness you have such a warm, Godly heart. Could there be a better combination?!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 7:30 AM , Blogger melbrz5 said...

I love your blog, it puts me in touch with some old school friends and it makes my heart happy! Keep it up you DO have an impact on peoples lives in a very good way. Keep it up..... :)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 7:34 AM , Blogger Marlene said...

Your blog is the FIRST one I read every morning! Happy blogoversary!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 7:36 AM , Blogger Denise said...

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At January 4, 2012 at 7:39 AM , Blogger Denise said...

Happy Blogaversary! I enjoy your post so much...they are so warm and funny, you really brighten my day. I only have 14 followers {sigh}...but they are all special to me. My blog is still a secret from my friends and family so I feel really honored to have 14 followers...that a year ago were total strangers. Tis a big old goofy cyber-world.

 
At January 4, 2012 at 7:44 AM , Blogger Whosyergurl said...

Happy Blogaversary to you! I love blogging because it is the story of our lives. We are making history! Wheeeeeeeeeeee!
xo, Cheryl

 
At January 4, 2012 at 7:55 AM , Blogger Lisa said...

Happy Blogaversary to you and your wonderful blog!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 8:10 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

hee hee...love it!! Chat up!

I love your spunky style and the interaction, too.

I started a new blog. long story. i tried changing my url in the fall, but had issues. tried chaning it back, more issues. blogger's advice was to export posts and import them to a new url...so voila...new blog...http://redoaklane.blogspot.com

Best wishes for a year of GOOD things for you and your family!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 8:22 AM , Blogger Joy said...

OK. That's it. We have to be friends. I have been stalking you from way back when the Coop Keeper dragged us over, and then your trips, and now Becky. Law. We're friends. It's settled. Come over and check me out too. I'm not crazy. Well, mainly.

 
At January 4, 2012 at 9:05 AM , Blogger ain't for city gals said...

wow..one year and I remember when I first read your first blog post..you were funny then and you are funny now!! Happy Anniversary!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 9:38 AM , Blogger SZM said...

You know I love you and I am counting on that in person hug!!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 9:44 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Janie, I think you are awesome and I wanna be just like you when I grow up!

Happy Blogaversary!

Jane Haycraft

 
At January 4, 2012 at 9:44 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I'm a stalker...love that you can't shut up. Keep it up!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 9:58 AM , Blogger Jodi said...

Happy blog-aversary! Guess what? We had the exact same bridesmaids dresses, except mine were wine-colored. My wedding dress was kind of like yours, too. And we both like old, dusty stuff. Scary... ;)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 10:29 AM , Blogger Julie said...

I love your blog openly.
No stalking involved.

But Cousin Tom does sound pretty awesome...

Congratulations on the accomplishment, my friend.
So glad we've met in the blogosphere.

XO

 
At January 4, 2012 at 10:35 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy blogaversary! You always make me think funny thoughts for the rest of the day. Or nice thoughts, or sometimes thoughtful thoughts. You are a good woman and a great ma & granny. Susan Stephens

 
At January 4, 2012 at 10:57 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

My name is Becky and I am a blalker (blog stalker). Keep up the good work. I'm more of a reader than a talker so us readers need you talkative people to keep us entertained. Be sure and check out this local blogger: just makethecoffee.com

Becky Pruemer

 
At January 4, 2012 at 11:04 AM , Blogger Sandy, Sisters of Season said...

Happy Blogaversary Janie! I'm so glad I found you in blogland, you make me laugh and not take this crazy life of mine so serious . . . Thank you kiddo! Sandy:O)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 12:16 PM , Blogger LeAnn said...

You know I love you girl:)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 12:32 PM , Blogger The Vinyards said...

Guilty: Stalker. Happy Blogaversery!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 12:43 PM , Blogger The Boston Lady said...

Hahaha! Happy Blogaversary to one of the most entertaining ladies I read. Now will you please come over to my blog and kick some butt and get some of my stalkers to comment!!! So glad you got some to come out of the woodwork. Ann

 
At January 4, 2012 at 1:01 PM , Blogger Jodi@ underthegeorgiasun.com said...

Just saw your visit w/ Becky on Farmgirl Paints. LOVE your home!! Totally, Totally in love with your kitchen. ;o)

Happy New Year!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 1:16 PM , Blogger Lisa said...

I have followed you for a while now and I LOVE your blog, Happy Blog Anniversary! I always look forward to seeing what youve got on your mind and whats going on with your family, you make me feel like I just walk in your door and feel like one of the family. Thanks for blogging! Your friend, Lisa

 
At January 4, 2012 at 1:32 PM , Blogger Valerie@chateaualamode.typepad.com said...

Just came from Becky's and wanted to tell you that you have an awesome house. Looks like a place I could sit and be very comfortable. Happy new year.

 
At January 4, 2012 at 1:44 PM , Blogger *Reading Between the Lines* said...

Hey...I follow Farmgirl Paints...saw you on her blog...thought I'd come over and see you.
So...I guess I have a years worth of "catching up" to do.
Happy Blogging! 8~)
Take care,
Mommy 2
P.S. I am mostly a blog reader...but I should go work on my blogs now. ;~)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 1:48 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I'm a stalker, and a fan. My favorite blogs are the ones where you list the things you know, they are so true! I also love that "you can't care" it about sums up all the stuff that's just not important enough to worry about!
Thanks Brenda

 
At January 4, 2012 at 2:45 PM , Blogger Bernie said...

Blogland is so much better since you joined its ranks. Keep up the good work, I so enjoy reading about you and your family. Love, love, love baby Ollie,.....:-)Hugs

 
At January 4, 2012 at 4:07 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

OK so Janie Fox I guess I'm considered a blog stalker!I read your blog everyday and have for the past year! I'm just not good at leaving comments!I think you do a great job and congrats on your 1 year blogaversary!!
You always have it goin on girl! I too love your
phrase "I can't care!" Have a great 2012 !
Lynda Baker

 
At January 4, 2012 at 4:20 PM , Blogger Maria said...

Happy Anniversary! I love your blathering...reading it makes me feel as good as lying around in flannels & slippers, sipping hot coffee with a best friend. Have a wonderful New Year. Looking forward to each new post.

 
At January 4, 2012 at 4:53 PM , Blogger Linda said...

Hi there, love your blog, I am one of those people that reads but doesn't comment. :-) You keep on blathering for us.

 
At January 4, 2012 at 5:03 PM , Blogger Sarai said...

YAY for one year!!! Please don't stop any time soon I really enjoy your Blather!!!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 5:11 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hi Janie my name is Peg and I'm a stalker. Whew, that felt good. I'm coming clean, I read you everyday, yep I do. You and your family make my day most days. Keep up your good work, it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy, kinda like I'm part of your beautiful family. Are there 12 steps to this, I've admitted I'm powerless to stop reading your blog, now on to the next 11 steps. Yea me!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 5:44 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Janie,
YOU make my heart happy! I laugh out loud at my computer and secretly wish I was your fourth daughter.
Your stalker,
Jamie J.

 
At January 4, 2012 at 5:45 PM , Blogger Mary said...

You've only been doing this for a year? I think you were born to blog! :D

 
At January 4, 2012 at 5:57 PM , Blogger At Rivercrest Cottage said...

I just came over while bloghopping and loved your blog so much I've become a follower, and look forward to reading your past posts.

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:04 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Congratulations on your anniversary. Becca :-)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:42 PM , Blogger Lea @ CiCis Corner said...

Dropping by from Farmhouse Paints and what a delightful site! I'm assuming that you are a Virginia gal too. I was born in Virginia and still have family in the Hampton area that I visit every Spring. Love, love Virginia!

So nice to meet you and I'll definitely be back!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:48 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I have to confess that I have been stalking your blog for several months. I think I found you through the Coop Keeper, and I can definitely see why you both get on like the proverbial house on fire! I love hearing about your family, your dogs, your house and "junk". I envy you for your country lifestyle and your happy marriage. Like you, I have a baby in Heaven, and I have also been blessed with 3 daughters and a son. Plus many furry and feathered friends! I love the way you can be hilariously funny, as well as serious and thought-provoking. Would love to fly across the world to visit you! Happy Blogiversary!!

Kathy from Tasmania

 
At January 4, 2012 at 6:53 PM , Blogger Jenni said...

Well I was going to write a comment before I even got to your fishing for one! I LOVE your blog and LOVE what you have to say. You make me smile often. And I thank you so much for your support over these past 6 months! Come to NYC so you can give Graceland a hug!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 8:42 PM , Blogger Mikal said...

Visiting from Becky's, so nice to "meet" you!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 9:09 PM , Anonymous Becky Smith said...

Janie, it has been fun to read your blog and keep up with your family! I get a kick out of your humor and your ability to write. Keep it up!

 
At January 4, 2012 at 10:05 PM , Blogger Michele said...

Happy Blogaversary, Janie! I, too, am a fan of the three dots...they make me very happy. The other thing that makes me happy? Reading your blog! =0)

 
At January 4, 2012 at 10:20 PM , Blogger gena said...

I for one, LOVE your Blather ! Keep it up Janie Girl - it's a highlight of my day to click on your blog !

hugs,
gena

 
At January 5, 2012 at 7:01 AM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

1 year! congrats! I love your blog!!!!...the WIKFS are my favs!!
Marci

 
At January 5, 2012 at 7:47 PM , Blogger Unknown said...

so happy I found your blog! Enjoy your milestone. I look forward to the next year and your crazy antics!

 
At January 5, 2012 at 8:38 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Happy Blogiversary!
I've been reading your blog for about a year, I started reading your daughter Annie's blog February 2011 and I just want to say I love you all... Everything about you all is very lovable congrats on your blogiversary :)

 
At January 5, 2012 at 9:29 PM , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Janie....you make my heart sing...yours is the last blog I look at before bed because I know it will always put everything in perspective....happy blogging!,, Miichelle w.

 
At January 6, 2012 at 5:25 PM , Blogger Judy said...

Never shut-up Janie. NEVER.

 
At January 6, 2012 at 6:23 PM , Blogger Brenda said...

Awww Janie, I missed your blogiversary! Congrats girl and keep going like you have been!! I so enjoy coming here, I don't comment all the time, but unless I'm sick, dead or whatever, I will be reading. And this time you know I was sick!

Brenda

 
At January 8, 2012 at 7:07 AM , Blogger Debby said...

Thanks for stopping by. Mabel is the funniest little girl. She's sweet and bossy at the same time. I love her name, it fits her so well.

 

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