When I started this blog there were some things I didn't really expect. The first one was readers. Thanks to Mrs. G and her Slow Cook Thursdays I actually got readers pretty darn quickly. I've actually been known to say, "My claim to fame as a blogger is that I was Mrs. G's first Slow Cook Thursday." In fact I said it to Laural just the other night at BitchHarvest. I really thought I would be writing for myself. As you all know, it's wonderful that other people want to read what I write. And comment on it. Oh yeah, I totally never expected the whole comment addiction part.
I surely never expected to make amazing friends. See BitchHarvest above. And Bossy's Road Trip. And meeting Kalynne and JCK in Anaheim. So cool.
Swag. Free stuff. Who knew? Books to review, giveaways, contests. I've won more stuff this year than ever before in my life (not that I was ever trying before, but still). Which brings me to this adorable bag made of 100% recycled cotton sent to me by Susan at No Mommy's Perfect. She found my blog and thought my juggling theme and her juggling theme were symbiotic. So she sent me a bag.
Pretty darn cute, isn't it? Roomy, too. If you're like me and you've finally trained yourself to always use canvas bags (I made myself park my cart and go back to the car for them no matter what), this would be a great addition to your collection. So check out the wares at http://www.nomommysperfect.com/. And if anyone else wants to give me something--maybe a free trip to Disney World like my friend Mel got--please, feel free.
Yeah, that comment addiction thing...well worth it for the Anaheim outing! WELL WORTH IT.
Posted by: Kalynne Pudner | December 02, 2008 at 12:44 AM
That bag is adorable! Blogging has opened so many doors it still amazes me that people choose me when there are so many of us nurturing this part of ourselves. I'm truly honored.
Posted by: Melanie @ MelADramatic Mommy | December 02, 2008 at 01:15 AM
It was SO much fun meeting up with you in Anaheim! And I adore your blog. I'm so glad you've taken so much pleasure in it, as it shows.
That bag is very, very cool!
Posted by: JCK | December 02, 2008 at 01:42 AM
that's an awesome bag. this blogging stuff is good, huh?
Posted by: kate | December 02, 2008 at 02:01 AM
So much linky-love in one post!
The community of bloggers should never be underestimated.
Posted by: kcinnova | December 02, 2008 at 05:36 AM
Your blog is a conversation that we all want to join because we can all relate.
Love the new bag.
Posted by: Manic Mommy | December 02, 2008 at 08:14 AM
I also never thought I would make so many connections with so many different people. It is eye opening for me....I have learned many different things just by reading how others carry themselves through life.
I can't get to No mommys perfect...the link is not working.
I will try it again later.
take care, Suz
Posted by: Suzanne | December 02, 2008 at 08:16 AM
If you win a free trip to Orlando, I'll hop in my car and drive down the street to buy you a free lunch!
Meeting the Orlando bloggers on Bossy's Road Trip was one of my top fun experiences of 2008.
Posted by: Little Miss Sunshine State | December 02, 2008 at 08:59 AM
Man, I want free stuff!!! A trip to just about anywhere at this point.
Posted by: jenrantsraves | December 02, 2008 at 09:05 AM
That is a really cute bag!
Posted by: MamaHenClucks | December 02, 2008 at 09:40 AM
I love reading your blog.
And that bag is super cute. Master of Multitasking....I'll have to remember that!
Posted by: Denise | December 02, 2008 at 10:39 AM
That bag IS so you. How cool
Posted by: Green Girl | December 02, 2008 at 01:13 PM
Love the bag! I agree; blogging is pretty cool. (And I haven't even really 'evolved' yet.)
Posted by: Baby Favorite | December 02, 2008 at 01:53 PM
I'm with you on the unexpected part of blogging.
Also, love the bag.
Posted by: San Diego Momma | December 02, 2008 at 04:11 PM
Me too. Me too. Me too!!!
Posted by: Kristen | December 02, 2008 at 04:51 PM
I have trained myself to acquire canvas bags. I have trained myself to drive those bags around and leave them in the car. I have trained myself to bring them into the house and then leave them piled up next to the washing machine instead of grabbing them on the way out. I don't know if I could force myself back out into the parking lot for them, but maybe that's the trick.
Posted by: KathyR | December 02, 2008 at 08:44 PM
I've made some awesome friends blogging. I never expected that! It is a wonderful place this blogosphere!
Glad to have met you here!
Posted by: She | December 02, 2008 at 10:29 PM
The first slow cooker? All hail Jenn! Man, that is some serious blogger real estate.
Posted by: phd in yogurtry | December 02, 2008 at 11:56 PM
Too cute!!! Congrats!
Posted by: Grandy | December 03, 2008 at 02:52 AM
Oh yeah...and I totally remember your Slow Cook post. You were so new, and so sweet.
Now you're not so new...but just as sweet. ;)
Posted by: Grandy | December 03, 2008 at 02:53 AM
Yes, I remember finding your blog through the Thursday thing at Mrs G when I was just starting out blogging. Feels ages ago now.
I stopped looking at the Thursday thing after a while because they got a bit samey but I am really glad I found you. I probably wouldn't have done otherwise.
And yeah - blogging rocks!
Posted by: Reluctant Blogger | December 03, 2008 at 06:11 AM
The bag...I LOVE it.
Posted by: Shelley | December 03, 2008 at 12:42 PM
Comment 'hos, all of us.
Also? Free stuff 'hos. Love free stuff.
Posted by: Cheri @ Blog This Mom! | December 03, 2008 at 06:41 PM
I remember that Slow Cook! You ARE famous.
Posted by: Nora Bee | December 04, 2008 at 12:31 AM