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.
Happy Blogger Birthday.
I’ve enjoyed your blog and always make sure to read your post.
Kris
Happy birthday! While I seldom comment, your blog is on my regulars list.
Happy Anniversary!! I’m so glad that I found your blog. It has so many useful hints and how to’s and it’s always well worth a visit.
What I also like about you is when I first commented on your post that you came to my mine and visited me too.
I feel your kindness just by reading your posts… You are a blessing to a lot of people.
I also understand if you can’t visit everybody’s blogs. You can only do so much. 🙂
Happy Bloggerita Birthday to you!
Congratulations on your Anniversary of your blog. May times you have put a smile on my face.
Here’s to another year.
CIao
Happy Blog Birthday! I plan on being there on the 7th!
Happy Blog Birthday Rhoda!
Huggles from Sweden,
Susanne
Happy 2nd Birthday!
Happy blog birthday! I love your blog!
I love your blog! I have been a lurker for some time now!!Happy 2nd!
Hi Rhoda – Happy 2 year Blogaversary! Wow I can’t believe it’s been two years – time really does fly! Keeping up with blogs old and new is the challenging part, but hopefully everyone understands that.
Manuela
Happy “bloggy” birthday to you:)
Blessings always,
Kaye
Matthew 21:22
Happy Blog Birthday!
Congratulations and Happy Bloggy Birthday! You blog was one which helped me make the decision of also starting a blog. Thansk for sharing all your wonderful ideas!
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Happy 2 years, Rhoda! You’re a cherished – and much enjoyed – blog friend!
Happy Blog Birthday Rhoda!!
Congratulations on 200 posts ~ that’s a wonderful accomplishment! Just keep doing what you do, because I love reading your blog!! It’s been so good to talk to you and share some Southernness!
Lots of bloggy hugs, Bebe 🙂
Awww dear Ms. Rhoda…
congratulations on being 2 years old…you don't look a day over one…LOL…You were such an inspiration & a mentor to my beginning days of blogging…Thank you dear lady…I'm going to be checking out your Lentil-Spinach Stew soon…I've loved so many of your recipes… 😉 Bo
Congratulations! I came upon your blog by accident when I was searching for tureen fabric for my kitchen and have been a loyal follower ever since. My husband says we are decorating sisters separated at birth because our styles are so similar and we have so many of the same items.
Thanks for giving us so many great ideas!
Zoe
Spring can’t come soon enough! Sounds like fun at the flea market.
Congrats on 2 years, Rhoda! That’s wonderful! I hope I still have something to say after that long. LOL!
Sharon
Congratualtions on your blog birthday!! I have been a loyal (lurker) reader for a year now, but never introduced myself. I started a blog on Jan. 1 after seeing how much fun all of you have.
Keep up the great posts… I love your decorating style and you have inspired me to make some decorating changes around my house.
Hopeing your 3rd year of blogging is even grander for you!