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One Year and Counting…

21 Comments 26 January 2010

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A big milestone has come and gone and I didn’t even notice! On January 22, The Shopping Mama turned 1! Woo hoo! In the days leading up to the 22nd I thought about what I’d write, but then the day came and went and I totally forgot.

Over the last year, I’ve written over 650 blog posts on The Shopping Mama. You’ve left over 49,600 comments. (More, actually. Some were lost in the switch from Blogger to WordPress in November.) I’ve had amazing opportunities: the ABC Kids Expo, talking to Annabel Karmel, joining the ShopatHome.com Blogger Advisory Board, to name a few. (There are far too many to name everything!)

Most importantly, for me, the blog has been an outlet and a way to connect with other moms. It’s a way to feel productive while staying at home with my kids. I love that the blog is MINE and all mine. It’s a great source of pride for me and I work very hard every day to make it something I’m proud of. But, honestly, I am most thankful for the connections I’ve made and the friendships I’ve developed because of the blog – with old friends and those I’ve never met in person.

So, THANK YOU for reading. THANK YOU for being a part of this. And, THANK YOU for your support and friendship.

And, now a question:

What would you like to see on The Shopping Mama in the next year?

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About the Author: Kate

Kate is the blog at home mama of two wee ones - a three year old boy and one year old girl. In between play dates, swim lessons, gymnastics and enjoying the sunny Florida weather, Kate blogs about the latest and greatest in gear, clothes and toys for kids.

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21 Comments so far

  1. Keri says:

    Congrats on your 1 year blog-aversary!

    Saw your profile at Double Duty Divas, glad to get the chance to find such a wonderful blog!

  2. Christa says:

    How exciting! Congrats!

  3. Shannon Kelly says:

    Congratulations on the anniversary! The Shopping Mama has become a regular “check” site for me. I love that I can log on and find unique things here that I don’t have time to search for myself. I appreciate that you are doing the legwork for many so many of us others who aren’t so productive. Again, Happy Anniversary!

  4. kasandria says:

    Congrats and here’s to many more posts!
    Kas

  5. Kathy Hodson says:

    Congratulations on your 1 year birthday! I love reading your blog.

  6. Monica says:

    I am just so proud of you for taking this step and doing something for you! I know it’s become a lot of work, but keep doing it as long as you enjoy it and feel rewarded. Congratulations, you are doing wonderful job!

  7. Shelly Cox says:

    Thanks for a great blog!

  8. Anita says:

    Happy Belated First Birthday! :)

  9. Karen R says:

    Congrats on the 1st year milestone!

  10. Jennifer B. says:

    congrats! Happy belated blog b-day

  11. Jana says:

    Congrats, Kate! I bet you didn’t know one year ago how big this would get! Looking forward to many more years of giveaways, reviews, and of course pics of your cutie pies :-)

  12. Mara says:

    Love your blog – I wish I could buy everything you show:)

  13. Emilie says:

    I had no idea we stared blogging around the same time. Mine is February 5th but I’m throwing a bash for the month of February. Congrats to us both and here is to another great year!

  14. Tiffany says:

    Congratulations on your blogoversary! You are such a huge “mommy blogger” in my mind, and I am so surprised to hear that you’ve only been around for a year. You’ve done an amazing job in that time!

  15. Ann says:

    one year,,,,and many more!

  16. Kowanda says:

    Congrats! I look forward to another exticting year of your blogs.


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