SHELLI JOHNSON
It’s my blogoversary!
Well, a year ago today, I started blogging.
I started because I thought I had some things to say, sure, but also because I wanted to build a sense of community, someplace where I could belong, too. To paraphrase writer Anne Lamott, I wanted to cobble together a kind of odd little family out of whoever happened to be nearby. I think virtual families count, too.
WHAT A FAMILY SHOULD BE
That’s what I’ve come to think of this blog, as a kind of way of talking to myself (because I tend to write posts I need to hear) and as a kind of way of connecting with other people who maybe see themselves in what I have to say or need to hear something to spur them on or else maybe simply want a great crock-pot recipe. Anyway, over the past year, this blog has grown into a place where I’m happy to welcome others, where I’m happy to share opinions, where I’m happy to write and just hang out. That, IMO, is what a family should be.
WHY IS THAT IMPORTANT?
It’s important because late last year, I moved to a new state where I personally knew exactly no one. So thank you for being part of my little family, for your support and encouragement and insights, for making me laugh and not take myself too seriously, and for taking the time out of your busy lives to be a part of mine.
A TOAST
For everyone who has stopped by, read, commented, shared, and/or contacted me & for everyone who will in the future, here’s a toast from me to you and our (maybe odd and virtual but I’ll still take it) little family.
Cheers!
Shelli Johnson
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Shelli Johnson is an award-winning author and journalist. Her debut book, Small as a Mustard Seed, has been heralded as “a superbly-crafted and reader-engaging novel” that will “run you through an emotional marathon at a sprinter’s pace.” Learn more about Shelli here. Keep in touch through her newsletter or subscribe to her blog.
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Heyy! Happy Blogoversary!
- <3 Alli @ Magnet4books
Hi Alli! *waves* Thanks so much!
Woo hoo! Happy Blogoversary, Shelli!!
Thanks so much Adriana! As always, lovely to see you. Cheers, darlin.
Happy Anniversary Shelli! You’re right people you meet on line can become your virtual family. (I count you as one). Have an awesome day ?
Hi Sandy! *waves wildly* Thanks so much both for the good wishes and for counting me as part of your virtual family. You have an awesome day, too. (I really gotta figure out how to make the heart symbol thing so it doesn’t look like a ? ~ lol)
Your blog posts are like little gifts. I love them all and you and your writing and your book. You’re the best!!
xoxo
KO
Hi lovely Katherine! You are so fabulous!!! (and if you ever forget, like I said before, you just come ask me & I’ll remind you!!). Thanks for all the love (right back at you, btw) and for being an amazing support & writer and also for making my day shine bright! *hugs* always. Cheers, darlin. xoxo
Congrats, now keep blogging! See you later on Twitter, V
Hi Nic! *waves* Thanks so much & I’ll see you soon.
Happy 1st blogoversary, Shelli! (Grabs a cupcake). I’m so glad I stumbled upon your blog. You always have a way to put a smile on the faces of your growing little online family. Keep on producing the great content!
My own 1-year blogging anniversary is coming up on May 9, too! I didn’t even think about that until I read your post today. Maybe I should have a party of my own! You’re invited, of course.
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Cheers!
Rob
Hi Rob! Wow, you’re the first to grab a cupcake. I never pass up the chance to eat cake.
Thanks so much for the fab compliments; makes me happy to hear it. Congrats on your own anniversary & I will surely be there. Cheers, my friend.
Hi Shelli, I count it an honor to be part of your blogging community. Your sharing is definitely appreciated!
Rich
Hi Rich! *waves* Awww, thanks so much. I count it an honor to know you; thanks for being such a great support. Cheers, my friend.
Hi Shelli! *Waves Back*, You can count on it!
You’re a combat vet’s best friend!
Awww, what a fabulous thing to say. Thanks so much. Makes me very happy to hear that.
Hey Shelli!
Congrats on one year!
Hi Jim! Thanks so much! Here’s a smile just for you:
Happy Blogoversary!!!! Glad to read that it’s been a very rewarding experience for you, Shelli. I have looked forward and enjoyed every post you’ve published
Hope you keep it up!
Hi Maria! Awww, thanks so much for the good wishes & for the fabulous compliment. Made me smile ear to ear.
Cheers, darlin.
Happy Blogoversary!!! Thanks for all the inspiring posts this past year
(It’s nice to have a reason to open the mail)
Hi Robyn! *waves* Thanks so much for the fabulous compliment. Made me smile this morning.
Cheers!
Hi, Shelli. Happy Blogoversary to you. *raises drink* Here’s to many more…until your staff handles all of that blog writing, etc., because you have grown far too successful to take the time away from your writing.
Okay, how about just the successful part? Here’s to another year of success!
Have a great week.
-Jimmy
P.S.: Family is right. We’re here to share the highs and help each other through the lows. *waves*
Hi Jimmy! *waves wildly* Thanks so much for the toast & the well wishes. Until your staff ~ that made me laugh; sometimes my kids are my “staff” which is nice because they work for candy.
I’m so glad we’ve met & can help support one another. Hope you have an excellent week, too. Cheers!
A little belated but I simply had to stop by and say Happy Blogoversary Shelli, because I don’t think I’ve ever typed this word in my life. This blog is my little cabin of solace and sense that I visit after a day of planting sentences selected from a forest of words. A place where you always recieve a warm welcome and insightful conversation over a jug of virtual ale – stretching the metaphor here – in short, this site is super cool!
Thanks for being a wonderful host. I’m honoured to be a long-lost virtual relative from the south coast of England 
Hi Tom! Well, thanks for stopping by; always makes me happy to see you. Plus, you made me laugh with the never typed that word in your life.
Thanks so much for the kind words about my blog; it’s nice to hear that I’ve achieved what I set out to do (make this blog a place people would be happy to visit). And I’m honored, too, to have you as a long-lost virtual relative. Cheers!
I’m in! Wishing you a happy, happy, happy, Blogoversary, Shelli? Glass in hand… lift! Cheers!
Hi Deeone! Thank you so much, my friend. Raising my coffee cup right back *clink* Cheers!
Well done, Shelli! Congratulations are definitely in order. Here’s a big blog “hug.”
Hi David! Thanks so much. *hugs* back!
Congratulations, my lovely wife!
Hello, my fantastic husband. What a nice surprise seeing you here on my blog. Thank you very much!