Eight years ago, I hit ‘publish’ on my first real post on this blog.
I have not been blogging as consistently this year, but I certainly did not want to miss my blog anniversary.
What to report about the past year?
I blogged about my efforts to meet the recommended amount of weekly exercise in my Friday posts.
I completed 1 year of Wednesday W posts, reviewing my use of my new, extra day off from work (Mondays off, reported on Wednesday).
In 11 of 12 months, I rounded up my favorite posts by other people.
Looking at all of this, I suppose I did get a few blog posts written.
However, I usually think of my Monday posts as a place to stretch my writing wings.
I did not fill most of my Mondays with posts. I did manage 13 posts, including 1 (only one!) update on preparing for life after retirement, and 1 travel post (with pictures!).
I will work on publishing more of these posts this fall.
Do I have more positive news about this blog?
I have a ton more views, which I suspect has to do with blog scrapers. However, it is possible that some of those views represent people finding the blog. If that’s you, feel free to drop me a note!
I appreciate those readers who comment–especially Michelle of Boomer Eco Crusader, and C, who have been so supportive over the years.
What’s next?
I hope that some of the *life stuff* distracting me from blogging may calm down in the next few weeks, leaving me with more time and attention to write.
There may be some shorter Monday posts as I ease back into writing more regularly.
I may also try a little Throw Back Thursday action. Between Word Press highlighting old posts, and someone reading things from years ago, there are a few pieces that might hold up well for a re-read.
Positive suggestions about topics for blog posts are welcome! As are plain old comments or greetings.
Congratulations on eight years, and thanks for the shout out!
I do enjoy your blog. It is hard to stick with it, so don’t feel too bad about your Monday posts. Sometimes the inspiration just doesn’t come.
Thank you, Michelle, for your support (with this comment, and in general).
Eight years is quite the accomplishment. Most bloggers fade away after 2 or 3.
For me I find writing easier, and more enjoyable when it is almost daily. When I stop its hard to get back into the flow of it. Hoping the colder weather finds us reasons to get back into it.
Congrats on 8 years
Thank you for coming by and leaving such kind words, VaderonFire.