My blog is 2 years old!
Two years ago, on a whim and at the encouragement of my sweet friend, Kim of Daisy Cottage fame, I started blogging. And I’m so happy I did! I’ve met so many great friends and wonderful women who share the love of home and hearth just like I do. And it’s been such a blessing to me to have YOU out there reading, commenting, emailing and interacting with me. If not for you, I wouldn’t be doing this blog. So, thank ALL OF YOU from the bottom of my heart for making my blog a fun place to visit.
And thanks to ALL of you for taking my poll! As I figured, decorating and yardsaling came in as the top 2 things that most of you are interested in with the rest of the topics trailing behind. But, to all of you who enjoy the recipes, shopping, travel, and my family adventures, do not fear…I’m not changing anything. I was just curious as to what you all like and I’m not surprised a bit! Decorating always gets my attention on blogs too and because it’s such a creative part of my life, along with doing it on a budget, that will continue to be the main focus of my blog. I just have to be myself and what I share with you is just my life and what I do, so I’m glad it is interesting to you and that’s what I’ll keep on sharing. I can’t be anyone else but ME, so that’s what you see here at Southern Hospitality. I am so grateful that so many of you come by my blog and I’ve gotten a TON of new readers, so welcome to all of you who just found me in the last month or so. I’m so glad you did! It seems that during the Christmas season, I pick up a lot of new readers from the Christmas tours. And it was this time last year that I launched my home decorating business. It’s been an interesting first year with a few new clients. I’m not setting any records for successful new businesses and I’m not getting rich, but I sure have enjoyed doing what I love to do and helping women create a more beautiful home. I’m looking forward to what this year holds as well.
I only wish I had more time in the day to visit all my old and new friends that I’ve made in these 2 years of blogging. I constantly run out of time to visit blogs and that always makes me feel sad, but it’s just a fact of the blogworld. Can’t do it all, so thanks for understanding! I tell people that blogging is like having a part-time job…and it truly is! A fun part-time job.
SAVE THE DATE: Birmingham Girls: Let’s definitely put March 7th on the calendar for the Birmingham Flea Market. I’ve never been, so we can all explore it together. I have heard they have some killer deals on oil paintings. Let’s have some fun shopping, going to lunch, and looking forward to a great spring. I’ll come up with more details as it gets closer to the date.
Congrats!!!!!!
WOO HOO!
Happy Birthday to your blog! Rhoda, your blog remains one of my favorites, and it’s at the top of my blog list on my computer. I really appreciate all you ladies that blog and give the rest of us eye candy to drool over, plus ideas we can use ourselves.
Congrats! Your bathroom pictures have been a great help to me this weekend–thanks!
Congrats on this milestone, Rhoda. You’ve put so much into your blog, it’s exciting to see how it’s evolved.
Happy Blogiversary, Rhoda. It doesn’t seem like it’s been two years!!
Just about one more month and I will celebrate 2 years at the Back Porch! Can’t believe how the time has flown by.
Congratulations on blogging for 2 years. It’s amazing how quickly time flies when you’re having fun.
Happy Blog Birthday Rhoda!!! You’ve created an awesome blog that a lot of people enjoy. Here’s to many more years of blogging!!
Happy Blog Anniversary! I have enjoyed getting to know you. I love your decorating style and your zest for life….here is to many more years of blog friendship!
Hugs,
Penny
p.s. I borrowed your idea and am also doing a poll….see what an inspiration you are to me 🙂
Happy Bloggie Birthday Rhoda, you and Kim were the first blogs I visited, which led me to many other nice blogs, I didn’t even know this blogging world existed 2 years ago, thanks for being so nice to this anonymous blogger, I love reading….I wish I lived closer to you I know we’d hit it off, we share so much !!!
Thanks again Rho and I can’t wait for the Monday post 🙂
All the best….
Your Yankee friend,
Kathy 🙂
Happy 2nd birthday. I enjoy reading your posts, whether they are about cooking, gardening or (yes, my favorite too) decorating! You always have inspiring ideas to share. Thanks…
Happy Birthday Girl!! This 2 Year Old blog is just beautiful and I’ve been soooo enjoying it:) Here’s to many more years of your posts!!!
Warmly,
Nantucket Karen
Happy Blog Birthday/Anniversary! I love to read your blog..you are very inspiring. Have a wonderful day.
{{Big Hugs}}
Cathy
Congratulations Rhoda! And Happy Anniversary!
I look forward to the lfea market triP!
Congratulations. We are very happy you started blogging two years ago. 🙂
I know what you mean about keeping up with blogs. I am so far behind in answering e-mails, not to mention viewing others blogs.
I subscribe through Bloglines and every once in awhile, have to start clicking away just to keep up instead of going to a blog like I prefer.
Wow!!!!I have enjoyed getting to know you through your blog! I love your blog thanks for sharing….Pat
SO GLAD TO HAVE FOUND YOU. HAPPY BLOGGING BIRTHDAY! HUGS FROM MAINE
http://sophie4me.blogspot.com/
You have come a long way in 2 years. You style and taste show. Good luck in the years to come.
Happy Blog Birthday, Rhoda !
I’m so glad you made the choice to blog!
Carol
Happy Blog Birthday, Rhoda! Congratulations on having this wonderful blog so many people enjoy, and thank you for letting us share your life with you.
Your blog and your friendship are what encouraged me to jump in the river and swim! 😉 Kim’s, too, along with Miss Janie from MS.
Sending love and well wishes your way today and every day…
XO,
Sheila 🙂
Happy Birthday! I’ve really enjoyed your blog and look forward to many more posts you share with us. Hugs, Marty