Wednesday, February 1, 2012

[ 2 year blogiversary! ]



SO, 2 YEARS ago today I started this blog {read my first post here}. I had no idea what I was doing, if anyone would read it, how it would evolve or if I would even keep it up. I was embarking on a new chapter in my life, having shelved my magazine career. I was determined to look forward, pursue other interests and live a happier life.

And so I created my first post. And then another. I soon discovered that blogging would become a bit of a scrapbook for me ~ to share decorating ideas, travel photos, recipes, diy projects, all the things that I was about. And eventually, something happened along the way... I started to love it.

Over the past 2 years, I have made some wonderful blogging friends. Full of encouragement, laughs and generous compliments. So many people still look at me blankly when I say that I have a blog and just don't "get it", but that's ok. Posting that first post was the best thing I could have done. I took a leap and it opened up a whole new world of friends, inspiration, positivity and joy.

Thanks for sticking around and becoming such wonderful friends. Bopping around as an expat isn't easy but all of you have made it a little easier and I've come to depend on you for your support, kind words and just being there. I truly appreciate each and every one of you. Here's to another year of fun posts!

lisa
[shakti space designs]

23 comments:

Atelier Buffo said...

Congratulation... what an encouragement for a starting blogger!

Urbanstems said...

Happy happy blogiversary to you. I love all your posts and your vibe. I get the blank look too about you have a bog ..blog?!! But hey we know that the blogosphere rollercoaster rocks! Sinead x ps keep up the great work

Leanne said...

I'm glad I found you and your pretty space. Here's to another lovely year...cheers friend! xo

Formerly known as Frau said...

Happy Blog Anniversary! I know non bloggers don't get it.....I'm happy I found your blog! Have a great day!

Lynda @ Happenstance Home said...

Happy blog anniversary! I always enjoy reading your beautiful posts, and following you around on your amazing adventures.

LifeBegins@Thirty said...

Happy blog-iversary!!! I have enjoyed following along and look forward to learning even more about you in the future!

Meeling said...

Happy 2nd blog anniversary! I think blogging is a fantastic world and you certainly do get the chance to meet some interesting people from all over the world!! I'm always excited to see what interesting things you will be posting!!:-)

Here's to a great year ahead!

Lynne said...

Lisa!
Happy Blo"GIVER"sary!
I met you one year ago last week!
I'll never forget! I was a beginning blogger and you popped in to follow and visit! I was elated! You were a magazine art director and following my blog! My confidence level jumped to the moon! Since that day, you have become such a wonderful and inspiring friend. You are with me at coffee almost every morning of my life! That's perfect reason to fall in love with blogging!
~Lynne
[w/L]

jeanette from everton terrace said...

Congratulations and happy 2 year anniversary! Mine is tomorrow and I wouldn't have remembered at all except this post reminded me.
I'm happy you are out here in the blog world :)

Janell @ House of Fifty said...

If you don't blog or read blogs, the blog world is hard to understand! Happy 2 year anniversary! I have no idea how I found your blog, but I always enjoy it, Janell

Jo @ In Corners of My Mind said...

Happy Blogiversary! Thank you for blogging! I enjoy each post, and yours is the first I look for in my reader each day. You area joy and an inspiration. Have a Wonderful Wednesday!

Carol@TheDesignPages said...

Happy blogiversary Lisa!! You have created a beautiful blog and I always enjoy reading and following along with your awesome adventures and beautiful design tales!

Abby M. Interiors said...

Congratulations! I always enjoy reading your posts and experiencing your travel adventures through your blog.

I'm pretty sure my parents and most of my friends still don't "get it". :-)

Mise said...

Congratulations on two years! I think no one knows how good the blogging camaraderie is till they have tried it. May it bring you much more happiness!

Melissa Blake said...

Happy blogiversary!! SO glad you stopped by my blog! xoxo

Melissa Blake said...

p.s. i'm emailing you about your etsy shop!

Anne-Marie @ 10 Rooms said...

happy blogiversary, Lisa! Glad you started one, because I've quite enjoyed getting to know you - x

Privet and Holly said...

Seems like only
yesterday that I
discovered your
blog.....About the
same time that I
was thinking of
starting my own.
So happy to have
connected. Many
happy returns, Lisa!

xx Suzanne

Pinecone Camp said...

2 years does fly by, doesn't it? You've packed so much in over the last couple of years. I've loved reading about your adventures abroad! Looking forward to seeing what you get up to, in 2012.
Congrats on 2 big years!

Marianne said...

Happy 2 years to you!!! One of my favorite daily stops and I can't wait to see what the next 2 years holds for you! xo

Meagan said...

AAAaaaaamazing Lisa! So great - I know exactly that reaction when you tell people you have a blog. Most people are like "Huh? Really?" - so I generally just don't tell people now. Arg. Not the best at self promotion I guess. Anyways- congrats dear! Major milestone...Very exciting to follow along on your new adventure,
Meagan

Beach Coast Style said...

Happy Blog Anniversary! I am so happy I found your blog. I don't remember when but I just hate I didn't find it sooner. Congrats to you again.

Lissa Pierce said...

Happy blogiversary! I am so happy to have found your blog and looking forward to another year of your adventures.

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