There is a pay it forward going around Blogland; have you seen or heard anything about it? It is a gesture of inspiring kindness. I discovered it while visiting some favorite blogs. I am not quite sure where it started. I found it at Abby's lovely blog, before her it was Erin beautiful site, and then is was Suzan.
My blog anniversary was May 19th; I had planned on posting this sooner, but life got in the way. I have been behind, in commenting and posting most of this month. I started my blog 2yrs ago; it doesn't seem possible. I think I read blogs for over a year, before I decided to give it a go. I had no idea what to expect, but I had read so many positive, uplifting, life changing stories. I figured why not?! I started with 3 followers, then it grew to 17. It was when, I found Arlee Bird's A-Z blogging challenge last year, that my blog started to grow. I can't thank you all enough for being supportive and kind. I still have much to learn in my writing and crafting skills. I have all of you to thank for being there, when I needed a kind comment or to reaffirm, I'm not alone in this journey. It amazes me the bonds we form online. I talk about you and your wit, cleverness, and support. My family just doesn't understand, but it is okay, most of know this feeling. I feel bad, I haven't been around much this month, but I do plan or getting back into the swing of commenting and blogging. It was a strange month for me; I was really sick; I haven't been this sick in decades okay centuries, lol.
This is how it works; comment and I will put your name in a hat. I will select 5 of you on June 7th to receive a homemade item from me. It will be a token item with a lot of sentiment. You in turn have to agree to also do a Pay it Forward post on your blog. It doesn't have to be anything big; it can be a homemade card, a poem, (no mine isn't a poem). My only clue is day and night. Yeah, that is vague ;-D Anything goes...it just needs to be thoughtful and kindhearted, not big in price.
It isn't the size of the gift, but the spirit of paying it forward that makes this special. I do hope you will like what I send. If it isn't your cup of tea, pass it on! I'm fine with that...
Thank you for following me and being a huge part of my world~ If you comment I will come visit you! I promise I will be better, until I go camping in July(it is only four days). :D
Oh, and don't hurry or worry about a time line on your handmade gifts; No one expects miracles. YOU can set your own time line~
My blog anniversary was May 19th; I had planned on posting this sooner, but life got in the way. I have been behind, in commenting and posting most of this month. I started my blog 2yrs ago; it doesn't seem possible. I think I read blogs for over a year, before I decided to give it a go. I had no idea what to expect, but I had read so many positive, uplifting, life changing stories. I figured why not?! I started with 3 followers, then it grew to 17. It was when, I found Arlee Bird's A-Z blogging challenge last year, that my blog started to grow. I can't thank you all enough for being supportive and kind. I still have much to learn in my writing and crafting skills. I have all of you to thank for being there, when I needed a kind comment or to reaffirm, I'm not alone in this journey. It amazes me the bonds we form online. I talk about you and your wit, cleverness, and support. My family just doesn't understand, but it is okay, most of know this feeling. I feel bad, I haven't been around much this month, but I do plan or getting back into the swing of commenting and blogging. It was a strange month for me; I was really sick; I haven't been this sick in decades okay centuries, lol.
This is how it works; comment and I will put your name in a hat. I will select 5 of you on June 7th to receive a homemade item from me. It will be a token item with a lot of sentiment. You in turn have to agree to also do a Pay it Forward post on your blog. It doesn't have to be anything big; it can be a homemade card, a poem, (no mine isn't a poem). My only clue is day and night. Yeah, that is vague ;-D Anything goes...it just needs to be thoughtful and kindhearted, not big in price.
It isn't the size of the gift, but the spirit of paying it forward that makes this special. I do hope you will like what I send. If it isn't your cup of tea, pass it on! I'm fine with that...
Thank you for following me and being a huge part of my world~ If you comment I will come visit you! I promise I will be better, until I go camping in July(it is only four days). :D
Oh, and don't hurry or worry about a time line on your handmade gifts; No one expects miracles. YOU can set your own time line~
Comments
Myka-Thanks for joining in! Somehow I think your pay it forward will be really sweet ;-D
Love the new bluish background!
Dezzy-Thank you; yes, it is nice to change it up!
Glad you liked it...I will change it back, soon ;D
Mary-Thank you; I don't know who started it, but it is a nice gesture~ Blogging does open doors and pathways to new friends and worlds~
I like the pay it forward concept. I try to do it by helping others with their blogging and providing as much encouragement as I can. You don't need to put my name in the hat. I try to do "pay it forward" type posts now and then in my own way and spread positivity as much as I can.
Keep up the great work you are doing, Ella. Your blog has shown such improvement in the time I began following. You do a wonderful job!
Lee
Tossing It Out
Thanks Lee, for your kinds words. My newest challenge seems to be finding time, now that my daughter is out of school. My schedule is so off track, not to mention we are trying to chase an Assist. Principle down every other day to get her paperwork for her permit. Missed again, yesterday. I called the first of the week to set up an appointment, he said, no need. The twilight zone does seem to show up once in awhile. Might make a good story :D Thank you Lee for your kind words and your commitment to share yourself!
I am glad you hung in there; I remember when I had 13 followers and rarely a comment. It was discouraging. It helps to comment on bloggers with similar interests. I'm all over the place...I really haven't figured out my place yet, but I'm getting closer ;-D I found you on Reverb; your gorgeous photos kept me coming back and later your voice! YOU can't quit...your art needs you to continue, your soul needs to dance~
xXx
Elizabeth
Same thing, the spirit of giving without expecting anything. It is about the joy in giving!