When I first started blogging...I was impressed with Donna Reyne's (Jenkins) blog. I bought a shopping bag from her booth at Horton's and it had a tag with her BlogSpot address on it. I looked it up and wanted to blog too. So my daughter Angie helped get me started. I still need lots of help.
My first comment was from the beautiful Nana Diana. I know that many of you bloggers know her. She gave pointers on blogging once..or at least after all these years, I think it was her. I did not even answer the comments I got at first...because I did not know what I was doing . Oh boy, now you all know I still don't know much about what I am doing on this site.
I just wanted to thank those of you who follow my blog and /or leave comments. I apologize to anyone I may have not have responded to their comments thru these five years. Some blogs I visit I can't leave comments....because their sites won't allow me or I do not know how to get around some obstacles. I do appreciate all of you. Bless your hearts. XO
Oh Happy Blogging Anniversary Susie! You started out so beautifully! Thanks for sharing snippets of your life. Your daughter looks beautiful!!! Hugs!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Betsy. I am glad you are in my circle of blog sisters. :) Blessings for a good day there in Texas. xoxo,Susie
DeleteHappy Blogiversary, Susie!
ReplyDeleteThank you Laurie. I still need some lessons on this blogging. Bless you, xoxo,Susie
DeleteHappy Blogiversary, keep up the good work.
ReplyDeleteJanet, Thank you... you just made me feel better. I know there's so much lacking on my blog. Better spelling ( I can't believe how many times my letters are scrambled. ), good grammer..LOL and maybe some more interesting stories. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
DeleteHappy Blog-Anniversay!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI can't have one. As I don't even remember when I began blogging. It was back in the 90's, on Live Journal.
Way back then, one had to have an Invite, from someone who was already a blogger. I was on an International Mailing List, and a young man in Dublin, gave me an Invite.
Can anyone today, imagine back, when one had to have an Invite, to blog???????
Tessa
Thank you Tessa. I never heard of International mailing list. That would be strange to have to wait to be invited. These youngsters may know more about computers...but some of the very young do not know what a phone booth was. But they are ever so bright and can learn. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
DeleteRe: Your reply to Janet
ReplyDeleteAnd Susie, please don't be worried in any way, about your blogging!!!
Each of our blogs, is our individual blog. Us. Not anyone else. Not done, by anyone's "Rules." Or etc.
No apologies!
If you want to learn new things, that is fine. If not, that is fine too.
Please, be proud of your blog. It takes a lot of work, for we who were not born into the Computer Age. We should be very proud of everything we have learned. So there!!!!! ,-)
Gentle hugs,
Tessa
(Probably one of the oldest bloggers, around. -grin-)
Tessa, You have touched my heart and made me laugh too. What is odd..I worked on computer at GM as part of my job..I could change out the mother board, sound boards and hard drives, etc...but had no clue as to how to make a program..I could get into programs and change up specs. on testing equipment. I do like the fact that we can bog of any and everything ..well you know, no vulgarity or meanness . I try to treat people like I want to be treated. Bless you , xoxo, Susie
Deletecongratulations!!!! You have such a wonderful blog because its real, we feel like we are sitting down for a chat,, I'm so glad I found you!
ReplyDeleteThank you Laurie. I do feel so close to my blog family. I have enjoyed meeting all of you. Reading about your lives and telling you of ours. I loved reading about your life with your parents growing things, hunting berries. Seeing wild animals. I hope we can keep it going for many more years. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
DeleteI started blogging on Spaces. When they closed up shop a bunch of us who had known each other for a few years all came to blogger. Though they all still have active blogs they haven't added anything in the last 4 or 5 years except for Toodie and my late, wonderful friend Beth.
ReplyDeleteI don't answer to comments only because once I comment I don't go back, I wait for the next blog entry.
I went to Washington in 1986 and I did get to tour the White House but they wouldn't allow pictures inside. I liked Washington very much.
I want to thank you for all your comments on my blog. I don't get as many as I used to get several years ago so I am grateful for every single one.
Paul
Boston Boy, I enjoy your blog for all the wonderful pictures. I also have loved reading of your Italian family roots.I really love the old family photos. You and Arlene are how I get to go to the "Vineyard " every year. LOL. I remember being so excite when I got my first comments. I still love getting them...people give us good advise and points of view. I am grateful for you being a blog brother...I found your site thru Beth's blog. I miss her. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteCongratulations Susie!! I don't think most people realize that blogging is so much fun but also a lot of work. You do an amazing job.
ReplyDeleteHere's to five more years!
Judy
Thank you so much Judy. I am glad I can view your posts and see what all you craft, make-over and decorate at your house. I like seeing your found treasures too. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteSusie, yaaaay five years of blogging, how wonderful. And I'm so glad that I came across your blog because you are so special to me. Diana is a gem too, I just love her. Emma looks so small in this picture. And that van is really a cool picture. Bless Liz' heart for what she has been through. She looks so cute in this picture.
ReplyDeleteIt's been six years of blogging for us this year. The time went by fast, didn't it? I've met some wonderful people along the way. And you are definitely one of them, Susie.
love you,
~Sheri
Sheri, It does seem the time went fast. Some of the time during my Lizzy's cancer battle is a blur for me. It was stressful. I am so thankful for my blog family that held her in their prayers. I know it helped her. Thank you for your friendship thru blogging. I feel that you are a special friend also. There are some wonderfully loving people blogging along with us. They are treasures. Blessings, love you, xoxo,Susie
DeleteHappy bloggy anniversary sweet lady, I've so enjoyed my visits back and forth throughout the years, always beautiful pictures and interesting posts, you're a one of a kind friend. Hugs always.
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Jo, You are so kind. Your comment mean s so much. I have always enjoyed your blog with beautiful poems and pictures. I always love seeing your Oliver and your gardens. I hope you are getting along well. Bless your heart, xoxo,Susie
DeleteFive years, wow, that's a long time - good for you!! Congrats, sweet Susie!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe how very fast that five years went by. I feel my life grew wings once I retired. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteHappy anniversary! I love that you blog every day and are so creative with everyday things. Your pics are so nice. Emma in the flower garden is precious. Nana Diana was also one of my first commenters.
ReplyDeleteThank you Nonnie. Nana Diana has been so kind to many of us. I think of her everyday now , as her husband is recovering from his chemo treatments. Still praying for all of them. I try to think of something to blog about everyday... but it's not always easy. LOL...that's why you'll see so many shots of the country side out here. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteHappy blogaversary! What fun it has been for me to get to know you. I can always count on you my friend. Just like Nana Diana! Happy blogging...let's keep going! Hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteThank you Diane, I have always loved you blog. We do become blog family. I like seeing Nana Diana leaving comments where I go to visit too. She's a sweetheart. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteHappy Anniversary Susie..Time flies for sure..Nana Diana has touched us all..Don't know how she does it!! Have a happy rest of your week..
ReplyDeleteMissy, You are right about Diana. I find it hard to believe 5 years already. Blessings to you, today was so nice...finally warm. xoxo,Susie
DeleteSo fun to take a look back, isn't it? Congratulations on your blogging milestone, Susie! I always enjoy my visits to your blog! xo
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda. It's been a good time. Actually it has helped me not be so blue at times....you know when we are snowed in and get cabin fever. I am glad you come to visit. Bless you, xoxo, Susie
DeleteSusie, Congrat's on your blogaversary! Our world is so small among bloggers-we quickly meet friends who become like family. O.k. so I do know Nana Diana(love that girl), but I didn't know your daughter had cancer-wow, she is so young and beautiful. I'm sure a much stronger than before. I love that house. I'm going to check out the other friend you mentioned. Here's to many more years of blogging.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Noreen
Hi Noreen, Thank you for your kind words. I have loved blogging with you . The lady Donna Reyne ..is on my side bar...the things I don't know how to change to get all of you on there too. LOL She just did a post about her spot in the Country Living magazine. She lives about 6 miles from me. Nana Diana has touched many of our lives. She's a great lady. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie
Deletep.s. I hope you check out Donna Reyne's blog, you will love it.
Happy Blogiversary, Susie! Congratulations on 5 years. That's a real milestone. It's been a real pleasure getting to know you. And how would I even know Horton's existed without all your great pictures?
ReplyDeleteHi Kathy, I like blogging with you too. I get to see your part of the country. I have gone on vacation with you and your sister.:) Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteCongratulations on your Blog-aversary, the years just fly by don't they.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Jan, Those five years went pretty fast. Hard to believe . I do enjoy blogging with all of you. It's so interesting. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteCongratulations on five years of blogging! It is always fun stopping by...
ReplyDeleteThank you Vee. I have loved it . It's been a stress reliever at times. Bloggers have prayed for my family when we have needed all the prayers we could get. I have become attached to my blog family too. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteCongratulations on five years of blogging! It is always fun stopping by...
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogiversary! Five years is a long time! Love the different photos you began blogging about!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jan ♥
Hi Jan, I had just gone to D.C. right before I started my blog, so I did some pictures from then. Then my daughter started her chemo. That was a hard time , a stressful time. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
Delete5 years Susie, wow doesn't time fly when you're having fun? lol! Congrats my friend. I have two blog anniversaries. I've been blogging for 7 years, but the first two I did not visit other blogs and just posted for my family. I still have a lot to learn and don't know what I am doing half the time.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
Jann, I have a good memory of when you sent me and email of your phone number for me to give to my grandson when he first got to Utah and going to SLC university. You said he could call you if he needed someone close to count on. I was so relieved . You were an angel to me. I think my daughter Kathy was even relieved. So I ask God to bless your sweet heart. xoxo, Susie
DeleteI like to call them Blog Birthdays and Happy 5th Birthday!! I enjoy blogging and have met a few bloggers and treasure their friendships.
ReplyDeletedeb
Deb, You said it perfectly. I too treasure wonderful friendships that I have made thru blogging. Thank you. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteI love you dearly, our little Susie Q!!! I speak for Louis Dean as well as for myself!!! You are such a blessing to us personally and I see your messages as I visit others in the Land of Blog! You are an inspiration and are loved by so many!!! Congratulations on five years!!!! Keep blogging!!!!! We NEED you!!!
ReplyDeleteLinda, You make me smile gilr. You know I love all of your family. You are a good loving family. People see how much you and LD teach the little ones and how much you do for others....so we love to visit with you. I feel like we are all family. I hope that I can encourage others, for they have saved me many times with kind words. Blessings, love you guys, xoxo,Susie
DeleteCongrats---I am so happy I've known you for so long. Your daughter is a genuine hero and I simply love Nana Diana. We travel the same circles. Life is grand!
ReplyDeleteJane
Thank you Blondie. I have enjoyed meeting you , along with many other blogging sisters and brothers. Blogging has given me something to do when snowed in, or when I have the blues , or when I am happy and want to share. I have to say I have truly enjoyed it. Bless you, xoxo, Susie
DeleteBlogging definitely has a learning curve, and I am still learning! Congratulations on five years. I'm not even there yet, but you were one of my first commenters! I love how it is through blogging that I discover other people's blogs (by looking at lists of blogs that other people read, or by comments left on others' blogs). Keep on blogging. It's like a permanent journal you can refer back to and a way for other people to learn about your part of the world, too. -Jenn
ReplyDeleteHi Jenn, Well that pleases me that I was one of your first commenters . I remember reading my first comments...It was kind of like , Oh my gosh someone just read my blog.LOL More and more I have gotten attached to followers like they are my family. It is fun to read about other's lives and decorating styles, their adventures/vacations, their accomplishments . I am always willing to pray for others, they have sent prayers to my family. Thank you for visiting too. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
Deletecongrats on 5 years in cyber space! This is quite a little blog community we have here, always fun to stop in and see what our bloggy buds are up too! Happy Blogaversary !!
ReplyDeletexoxo
vivian
Viv, You are right. I just enjoy a nice little vacation with you to the beach. LOL. Got to see your parents too. Hope you got hugs. I love to visit all of you bloggers, see your crafts and things you love to do in life. I think we can all encourage each other in our tough times and share our joys in happy times. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteEnjoy your Blogversary. Five years is great
ReplyDeleteSweet Tea, You were among the first of my commenters. I looked back thru...and Nana Diana did give me pointers. Gosh, I still need tons of help. seems I can't get my girls here to help...I know their own lives are busy. Hope you are doing well there. Blessings to you, xoxo,Susie
Deletep.s. Do you remember a lady named Marydon? she used to blog and I can't find her any more.
Congrats on your blog anniversary. Wow 5 years. So happy to call you blogging friend. I enjoyed getting to know you and your blog and becoming friends. You are so sweet and have such a kind heart and I love that you share yourself with all of us. Happy Blogaversary! Here is to many more.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Kris
Thank you Kris. It's been so much fun blogging with you and so many others in our blog family. We all seem to know so many of the same people. Thank you for the kind words. I hope I can continue to blog...it's been helpful for me. Blessings, xoxo, Susie
DeleteHappy Blogaversary, Susie! I'm so glad we've met. Here's to the next 5 years and beyond! Congratulations! Hugs, Nancy
ReplyDeleteThank you Nancy. I am glad we have meet thru blogging too. I have enjoyed visiting your blog. Blessings,xoxo,Susie
DeleteP.S. Emma's so cute!
ReplyDeleteThank you. I love her little dress and flip-flops. Those lilies are awesome too. xoxo,Susie
DeleteCongrats Susie on your blogaversary. It has been a joy to get to know you and your lovely family thru blogging. So happy that spring seems to have finally come to your area and I hope you enjoy the weekend. xoxo
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