Adventures · Inspiration

A post that taught me the blogging secret about friendship

Here's the secret...the one not shared with you in the 'you can build a blog in 10 minutes sales pitches...you can build a blog (not that fast)...but you won't have any followers unless you be the one to tell others about your blog. That is the way to go if you want followers or readers, aka,… Continue reading A post that taught me the blogging secret about friendship

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The benefits of loneliness in blogging

To be a newbie blogger in the world, with 440 million other bloggers, (yeah...a lot of other bloggers) you have to be willing to accept the fact that when you're starting out you'll feel lonely. But, is that such a bad thing when you're starting out? Don't you agree there are some advantages of loneliness… Continue reading The benefits of loneliness in blogging

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My favorite photography challenges so far

The next photo I take will be my favorite.  But...then again, if I think about that statement, I question the validity of it.  I've taken a lot of photos that have been just that...my next shot and they are some of my favorites, so far...and with the help of fun photography challenges here on WordPress,… Continue reading My favorite photography challenges so far

Going Gray · Inspiration

At peace with the decision to go gray

Ah, another beautiful morning - Yay, me! - I got a head start, I awakened at 4:00 am, excited about the day to celebrate a 2-year accomplishment of being fully transitioned to my original hair length. My life decision to embrace my gray hair brings me daily peace in my life.  Going gray is not for everyone,… Continue reading At peace with the decision to go gray

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7 surprises I’ve discovered about blogging

When I first sat in front of the computer to launch my blog, I had no idea of the surprises I would encounter as a blogger.  All I had to do was spread my wings, click launch, and I'd be discovered. Yep, I got part of that equation right - the moment you click launch,… Continue reading 7 surprises I’ve discovered about blogging

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To be a traveler, or not to be…

As a bee in flight to find pollen, the radius covered is less than 5 miles, typically 2-3 at the most.  From a bee's perspective, that's a damn big world. And as my Mr. always says, "I wouldn't want to paint it."  The world is a big place to travel, no matter who you are.… Continue reading To be a traveler, or not to be…