Thursday, November 29, 2007

Happy 1 Year Blogging....

I can hardly believe that one year ago today I did my first post! I fell to the peer pressure from her ( she amazes me.....3 boys, total Super Mom) and her. And now she is the famous Blog Fairy! lol Of coarse I started this blog to keep up with my Pingjiang Families. They are all a blessing. Our blogs have kept us close. I am so very, very thankful for that! However, there are a few that I can remember finding off of other blogs in the beginning as well. There is HIM . Yes......a funny man that started to comment me almost immediately because of Becky. Then we got him to start a blog and it was all down hill from there! He's such a sexy beast!! No just kidding....a true gentlemen! ;) Love you Mr. B! Then there is her . A true down to earth Mother that has told us all the good and the bad. I always feel like I'm going home to visit. She makes me feel like I'm a real Mom too! Then there was her. She was waiting for her first child. She made me laugh with her jean hoe post and I cried when she lost her BFF Copper, and I rejoiced over her blog when she brought precious Hannah finally home! Now let's talk about her. This woman can and does everything. She's my hero! Then there is her. Her precious Lily is one that I can never get tired watching video's of. Then there is her. There is something so mystical about her.......I love visiting her blog.....it brings out my creativity. And when I need uplifting....... she is always there. Thank you so much! And I can't forget about her . I'm really going back to the beginning with her and I (actually Sophia) got my very first blogger gift in the mail from her. Then, there is her. She has the BEST pictures....I go there and fall in love every time! ;) And these girls her and her were two that I found right away as well. They are two beuatiful woman waiting to bring their precious daughters home! They will be fabulous Mother's. I can't forget about the Spicy Mama's either! She has a strong faith that I admire so much. In the beginning I would go to her blog to look over her side bar for links to visit for spiritual lifts! And she has a spicy girl like me and is also a woman with great faith. This past spring I found these two girls. She writes like no other blogger I know. Laughter, knowledge, wisdom and love for her twins. She makes me think and actually use my brain! lol She on the other hand has the best past life stories ever, tells it like it is and has beautiful stories about her twins as well. Deep down I really dislike her because I will never have a set of buns like she does! lol Then there is her. She is my LID soul mate. A very unique and soulful woman. Her photography is excellent! We may very well be in China together. And lastly, there is her. Everyone knows her and she truly is a gem. And I am so thankful we live in the same state. One day we will have playdates with our daughters. ;) These are just a few ladies that came to mind as I went back over the last year. I love all of the blogs I visit and I look forward to meeting more as the time goes on. I want to say thank you to all of you for visiting my silly little blog, for your encouraging comments, your concern, your advice and for most of all excepting me for who I am and what my blog is all about......my family and the longing in my heart to bring home one more daughter from China. Love, S*

39 comments:

OH MY #6 said...

Does only the blended family mom get up and BLOG as early as me?

Congratulations on being a year!

I think yours is the first adoption BLOG I landed on. Your writing style is awesome!

thank you for sharing!

Lea

redmaryjanes said...

Steffie,
Thank you, you have made me smile at 6:30am. I truly cherish you as a friend. You have helped so much through all of this. I am so grateful to have you to answer my questions and keep me on track with this adoption. It is amazing that we found each other and that we live close enough to be able to see each other. You reach out and do whatever you can for your friends and it is very appreciated. I cherish you as my friend.

Mr.Brian said...

Thanks for the honor of mentionong me as well.
It has been so much fun meeting new friends with this blogging.
I think one of the reasons you and I hit it off right away is because we both have a little (well maybe more then a little)bit of a naughty side.I've always hit it off with ones who like to have a good time.
I have no idea how long ago I started but I am thinking it is close to 1 year as well.Look how you ladies have just influenced me.Be it good or bad I love all of you and look foreward to reading everyones blog and reading comments left on mine.
Hugs,
Mr.Brian

jennifer said...

It is amazing what a little thing called a "blog" can do. I am so thankful that I stumbled onto yours.

mommy24treasures said...

happy 1 yr!!! We all enjoy your blogging so much.

Nancy said...

Happy 1 year. I am happy to have found your blog, and to have been able to meet you in person.

Thinking of baking cookies today. Need to go to the store now.

Dannye said...

happy 1 yr blogging, has it really already been a yr??? time flies when having fun they say, and you guys definitely are fun!! I am honored that you mentioned me, thank you!!

Nikki said...

Happy 1 year sista! I'm right behind ya! It certainly has been fun, hasn't it!?...although, correct if I'm wrong - isn't today THURSDAY?

LOVE YOU!

Colleen said...

You are so stinkin sweet!!! Thank you for having me a part of this. I have loved reading your blog for the last year. (even tho I have not been good lately) Your family is beautiful and I love reading your posts....the good and the sad. I can't believe a whole year has passed............

Love the Xmas decor by the way!

Hugs.

Michelle said...

Steffie,

Thank you so much for honoring me in your post - and for mentioning my photography ... you have made my day! I feel so grateful and honored to be a part of your bloggy world. I love dropping by your Blog - your an insiration!!

Warmly,
Michelle

Jewels of My Heart said...

Happy 1 Year Friend! What a fun post. As I read through it I was guessing who you were talking about. The second time I was clicking on links. It was amazing how many I knew who you were talking about.
I am honoured to be a part of your special post and for your kind words! I hope you know if I ever can do anything to help make your day a little brighter or your heart a little lighter... I'm here for you.
We love you, we love your family, we love your sweetness, your heart, your creativity, your imagination, your humor and we love your blog.
Thank you for letting us share in the wonder of you.

Kim said...

Happy 1 year...
Glad to have found you in blogland..
You are an inpiration to everyone who clicks on your blog..
Love your post..
Hugs
Kim

Elizabeth said...

You tease, with all your links. You mention some great stops. I'm honored to be amoung them my friend.
xoxoxoxoxox

Verna said...

Steffie, What can I say? You were my first guinea pig, I mean client as the blog fairy. You have supported my efforts and encouraged me along the way. We have laughed and cried together and now we wait for out second chinese children together. I often use your link list to check out people as I am too lazy to add to mine ;) -- I have most of them on my bloglines though. Happy one year!! I'm so glad for all my bloggy friends.

Sew Much Fun said...

Great idea for a post, Stef. I really enjoyed the mystery. Looks like you've learned a thing or two in your year of blogging!

Middle-Aged Moi said...

THat was a great post! I could guess almost all of them! :-) The people on these blogs are amazing, aren't they? So are you, BTW....:-)

Gail said...

Happy 1 year! I have to confess that your blog was one of the first I found and through you I found Verna. I love your posts about Thing 1 and Thing 2, they are the best. :)

Gail
LID 11.28.06

Yoli said...

Congratulations on a year of blogging! Isn't it amazing the wonderful friends we have found through this medium?

4D said...

Only 1 year...feels like you have been here always. This journey would not be the same without you. Happy Anny!

Keep smilin!

Mommy Spice said...

Ok, that was fun. I could actually guess some of them before I went over to their blog. Yours has been one of my favorites as well. I love your Thing 1 and Thing 2 stories. I've loved getting to know your family. Hugs to ya!!

D & S said...

Happy one year blogiversary!

I'm sorry I haven't been around much, just a lot of big decisions that have to get made soon. I'm glad that you are part of our journey and that I'm part of yours.

Looking at pictures of Sophie, I realize that while it's still going to be a while, it will be worth it in the end.

crazylady said...

Why I'd smack your bottom to show you the blush I have now to be considered amongst the others you mention. So glad this year has brought you fun, tears, support and friends.
You have gotten around blogland and the love shows.
You are very loving, giving and are always there to show others regard. You are a woman of substance and character and we are luckier for having found you.
Now I have check out those links to see the comp. :)

Tiffany said...

That was so much fun reading!
I was so happy to find your blog after following your journey on The Story of You.
Thank you for sharing your live with all of us!

Shirley said...

Thank you for sharing your journey with us..SO excited our daughters will share the same name..YAY..here's to another great year!!!

insanemommy said...

Oh Steffie. You always make me smile. Don't worry, my buns of steel are long gone. More like marshmellow cream. Soft and delicious! lol... But, you don't come to me for all my wisdom and knowledge?! Oh, c'mon....

Again, Steffie thank you for the beautiful, no gorgeous flowers!! Thank you ever so much!

Love you tootsie.

p.s. I knew every single person you were talking about before clicking on. I'm good.

kitchu said...

Oh man what a COOl post, loved going through all the links! I'm sorry I've been bad about commenting, I read a lot but honestly can barely keep up right now. Doing photo shoots on weekends and working during the week and trying to get out there and LIVE and not blog as much.

Trust me, I'm not leaving you!!
Thanks for the sweet stuff you said about me. Can't believe we're almost to our 8 month LID celebration. Kinda wish it was 28, but mostly hoping I never SEE 28!

Truly Blessed said...

Happy anniversary (late, of course! I'm always running late!)

Hey, I posted some REALLY REALLY CUTE PICTURES over at Katie's Antics -- you've got to see them!

Enjoy the weekend (did you have a 2 hour delay today,too?)

Terri said...

Hard to beleive it has already been a year, Happy Anniversary!!! Your blog is one I check everyday I just LOVE to see the beautiful family and to see what the "Things" are up to!!!

I finally updated our blog since Oct. because our computer crashed, hope I can do as well as you on updating but it will probably never happen before 8:00am!!!

~Amy~ said...

Do you have snow on the ground?! We got about 3 inches last night!! I'm heading to Woodland mall with the kiddos today! Have a good Friday!!

Marla said...

What a wonderful post! I've just found your blog, but will be checking back often. Happy One Year (and one day)!

Linette said...

What a fun post! Happy 1 year! I absolutely love coming to your blog as often as I can. You have a beautiful family and always share from the heart. :)

Linette

kerri said...

Happy 1 year, I love visiting you.
You inspire me greatly with each and every post.
Xo

PandaMom said...

Thank you! How fun and sweet to know that you enjoy all my pics and ramblings! ; ) I so miss my blogging time from last year. The past six months has not given me the time I want in the Blogosphere. I LOVE you and your family as much as one can from cyberspace. Thanks for letting me into your world! Love and hugs...PM

Karen said...

Happy 1 year blogging! What a great post! The time sure went by quickly.

Liz and Ava said...

What a great post! Happy 1 year Blog Anniversary!

3 Peanuts said...

Happy Blogiversary!

Glad I have nmet you in blogland:)

Kim

Deb said...

Happy Blog anniversary.

Loved your post!

Briana's Mom said...

Happy one year of blogging to ya!

dawn said...

I am so glad that you like Lily's videos cos I just love your blog!