After years of reading blogs and gaining so much inspiration from them, one year ago today I finally pushed the ‘post’ button and started my little blog Homely One. Blogging for me started out as an outlet to be a bit creative, to give myself some ‘me’ time and to put my energy into something non-baby related. Over the past year, it has provided me with so much more. I have 'met' some of the loveliest, kind-hearted, like-minded individuals whose friendship and support I have come to appreciate so very much.
It has been so encouraging to see the numbers of those who follow my blog slowly increase and even today, seeing that one of my blogging friends has left me a comment and taken the time to read and share their thoughts on something I’ve posted, really makes my day. Thank you to all of you who follow my blog and to those of you who are more recent to Homely One, I’m really happy to see your new faces. If you are a reader who is yet to say, I'd love for you to introduce yourself.
Next week, I’ll be holding a little giveaway to celebrate my first year of blogging, so stay tuned for more details. Today though, I’d love for you to let me know what you’d like to see more of on Homely One. Which posts of mine do you enjoy the most? Do you have any suggestions on ways I could improve things? I’d really appreciate your thoughts as I’d like to freshen up my blog a bit over the coming weeks.
The pretty roses are above are the first blooms I've cut and brought indoors from our Double Delight roses and they smell SO lovely! Our rosebushes are covered in buds at the moment (thanks to my mother-in-law's pruning assistance!!)
It has been so encouraging to see the numbers of those who follow my blog slowly increase and even today, seeing that one of my blogging friends has left me a comment and taken the time to read and share their thoughts on something I’ve posted, really makes my day. Thank you to all of you who follow my blog and to those of you who are more recent to Homely One, I’m really happy to see your new faces. If you are a reader who is yet to say, I'd love for you to introduce yourself.
Next week, I’ll be holding a little giveaway to celebrate my first year of blogging, so stay tuned for more details. Today though, I’d love for you to let me know what you’d like to see more of on Homely One. Which posts of mine do you enjoy the most? Do you have any suggestions on ways I could improve things? I’d really appreciate your thoughts as I’d like to freshen up my blog a bit over the coming weeks.
The pretty roses are above are the first blooms I've cut and brought indoors from our Double Delight roses and they smell SO lovely! Our rosebushes are covered in buds at the moment (thanks to my mother-in-law's pruning assistance!!)
Happy Anniversary lovely! :) x
ReplyDeleteAND what beautiful roses you have! Have a great weekend. x
Congratulations! Happy birthday, Homely One!
ReplyDeleteI love all your posts, honestly, I read them all and your blog is one of the first I click on when a new post pops up. I'm not a weirdo stalker, promise ;p
I really enjoyed your party tips post, and I love reading about new recipes, your home (you have such great taste!) and I'm looking forward to seeing how your vege garden progresses :)
Have a great week. Hope it wasn't too cold in Perth this morning, it is freezing here. I've gone from aircon to heater in the space of 3 days!
What a milestone Amanda! Love reading your blog :) The roses in the white jug look fantastic xx
ReplyDeleteCongrats! It is fun isnt it - i also cant beleive all the freinds ive made & support & encouragment from people who are just like me ive had! Its fantastic - best thing ive done this year! You are one of those people amanda!
ReplyDeleteLove the roses - i can just imagine how good they smell!
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Happy Blogiversary Amanda!!! You inspired me to look back on my first blog post (so funny as I was only initially intending for my blog to be an avenue for communication between family!). I actually discovered that my blog birthday has been and gone :( will have to do something for my 2 year anniversary I think!
ReplyDeleteWell done on reaching the big milestone and best wishes to a long and happy blogging future! :)
Hi Amanda. Congratulations on your first year :) I like the way you share things on your blog, and it doesn't really matter what the topic is I don't think. It's the connection you are able to make with others that's important. Here's to the next year x
ReplyDeleteThose roses are amazing.. Congratulations on your blog anniversary! I don't think you need to change anything, I enjoy your blog the way it is..It's different to all the others.. Rachaelxx
ReplyDeleteHappy 1 year blogaversary Amanda!
ReplyDeleteLove your splashes of colour & beautiful finds.
enjoy your Friday & those wonderful roses.
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Happy one year of blogging Amanda and here's to the next! I really enjoy your blog, well done. ;-)
ReplyDeleteOh Happy Blogiversary Amanda!!! What an achievement! I think what I love most about your blog is that you touch on many different aspects of your life. I really enjoy reading about your family life, your home, your craft pursuits and your recipes - especially when you recommend something that's worked for you, such as the steak sandwich you did last Friday night. I tried it on Saturday and it was a hit with the hubby and kids alike!!
ReplyDeleteYour blog was one of the first that I discovered and it's broad range of topics was what appealed to me. I think in a way I have tried to model my blog in a similar fashion as that way it seems to attract interesting people from all walks of life who have different opinions to contribute - and that's what makes this whole blogging experience interesting!
Anyway, love those roses!! Sorry to ramble! Have a great weekend, HUGS, Christine xxx
Happy one Year gorgeous girl..its almost one year for me too, so happy that you were one of my first ones to find when i started and never looked back,you've been a beautiful friend and your blog is always my first to read
ReplyDelete{love it }.Hugs to you sweetie XXX
I'm your latest follower and new reader of your blog. So glad to have found you and looking forward to reading some past posts. Congratulations on reaching your year milestone. It is truly amazing what blogging has done to unite so many people around the world. I always enjoy reading how moms in other countries do things, everything from raising their children to decorating their homes.
ReplyDeleteYay! So proud of you! One year - doesn't seem like a lot, but is HUGE in blogging (I think anyway). Congrats to you sweet Amanda. You have a lovely blog here. I think it's because you are such a lovely person!
ReplyDeleteI'm loving those flowers. You garden must be amazing. Jealous. xo
Congrats hun!
ReplyDeleteI agree with some of the other bloggers, don't change a thing!
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Congrats Amanda! Looking forward to the next 12 months!
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Happy one year blog-aversary!!! Love your roses!
ReplyDeleteYou have a natural writing style which makes it a pleasure to read your blog. Thanks for taking the time to follow my blog it's nice to be in touch with other localyocals :)
ReplyDeleteHappy one year! Don't change a thing... just be you. It's so refreshing. A-M xx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on one year Amanda. Keep on being you and sharing what you love and do. This is what makes it your unique blog.
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Hey, Happy Blogiversary!! I would have thought it would have been much more than a year. I feel as though I have known you for much longer than that :)
ReplyDeleteThe roses are just stunning!
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Happy one year!! I am yet to read back through your older posts but am itching to do so and I have enjoyed each of your posts since I started following xx
ReplyDeleteThose roses are stunning Amanda...happy one year! i love reading about all the lovely things that you do with your home and family - no need to change a thing! happy weekend to you.
ReplyDeleteHappy blogiversary and have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteCongratulation on your blog anniversary and thanks for your lovely comment on my blog!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogiversary Amanda. I've really enjoyed following your blog over the past year. We started blogging almost at the same time I think. It should be my anniversry coming up in the next month or so. I love reading all of your posts although my favourites are the party ones. Here's to many more successful years of blogging x x x
ReplyDeleteHAPPY 1 Year Blogaversary Amanda!!!! Congratulations that is such a huge milestone and I wanted to say THANK YOU for such a wonderful blog which I enjoy reading every day and an even bigger THANK YOU for your friendship, support and the laughs that we share in our new motherhood journey together. I enjoy all your posts so just keep doin what you're doin I say :)
ReplyDeleteI must say though I love seeing photos of your grass, so post more pictures of your lawn so I can dream of rolling on it hehehheheee!
Big hugs as always my dear!!!
Jxx
Happy blog anniversary Amanda! I enjoy reading your blog and need to make an effort to leave more comments - I just seem to get sidetracked really easily! Thank you for your lovely comments on my blog too. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary! You have so many followers who love you and it shows how great person you are to attract so many loyal readers. I enjoy reading your writing. It's sincere, genuine and kind and flows beautifully. The posts I enjoy seeing are the ones with the photos of your house with your decoration. I enjoy coming to see how you are doing. Blogging is also my time to be "me" and I certainly enjoy learning about "you"!! I hope you are having a great weekend. xo Kaho
ReplyDeleteWow, big congrats on so many followers - it's always exciting isn't it when a new person follows! Happy Bloggy B'day. I loved this post - what a day to find your blog! My blog is my 'happy space' - glad it serves a similar role in your life. Wising you all the best, and so nice to 'meet' you. Followed for you too! Come visit me @ http://louandjane.blogspot.com/ Am off the read some more of your posts. Jane:)
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ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your first blog anniversary Amanda. I love stopping by to visit you lovely place. Even though we haven't met I feel like I know you through what you write, that you are a sweet and kind friend. Thank you for sharing your life and all the fun and interesting things you have to share with us. xo
ReplyDeleteP.S. Thank you for always stopping by and for putting a smile to my face whenever I read your comments. xo
happy first Blogiversary Amanda!!! Congratulations sweet girl, that is a huge accomplishment. Your blog is fabulous just the way it is and I for one do not think you need any advice on what to post about! I love your posts, regardless of what they are about, because they are a reflection of you! You have been such a huge support to me since I began blogging, and also when our Bella was ill earlier in the year, something I will always be grateful for. I am also so grateful to have met you and become friends through this funny world of blogging and cannot wait to read your posts for the next 12 months. Huge hugs as always and one for your sweet Grace. Oh, and I LOVE your roses!! ~ Tina xx
ReplyDeleteWow! I've just become your latest follower, Amanda, and reading these comments makes me realise how many of my bloggy friends already know you! I look forward to reading more. J x
ReplyDeleteHappy first blog birthday Amanda, wow a year has gone so fast and yet it feels like longer to me. I am so glad you started your blog I love coming to visit and seeing what you are up to! Beautiful roses, i bet they smell amazing! Hope you had a wonderful weekend xx
ReplyDeleteHappy one year anniversary! Happy to be a new follower.
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