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Friday, May 19, 2006I Know You're Out There....And, really, I don't mean to make you squirm. In fact, I'm glad you feel comfortable here. Wish I could offer you some coffee and a slice of my homemade pineapple cake with cream cheese frosting. It's to die for. I know I'm awfully chatty, so maybe that's why I'm doing most of the yapping around here. But...oh, the silence! I'm talking about my slew of regular visitors, of course. In the past couple of months, my daily returning readership has noticeably increased, and continues to do so. (Yes, I keep track of these things. Some call it neurotic; I call it Highly Developed Administrative Skills.). It's exciting! I love to know that I'm reaching people around the globe. I'd like to think I make a tiny bit of difference now and again -- the odd laugh, the moment of inspiration, a tender heart-touch, or even the occasional bristle. May I take this opportunity to say thank you? I appreciate that you've got me bookmarked. I'm honored that you find my writing worthy of a return visit or two -- or fifty, or a hundred. If only... Well, I'll come out and say it. If only you'd grace my comment box with a sentence now and again. Let me know that something made you think...or reminded you of your childhood...or caused you to spit your tea all over the monitor. You don't even have to sign your name. Anonymity is one of the lovely (or not-so-lovely) perks of the Internet. I'd really love to know what you want to hear more of. Why are you here? Is it the family anecdotes? The rants on writing? Or are you just in awe over the fact that someone this frenetic can actually pull herself together enough to blog four or five times a week? Do tell. I'm all ears. And don't let Dave scare you away from the comment box. He may wax poetic (or blooming mad) now and again, but he's harmless. I'm sure he'd love your company. So please, drop me a line. If you're a writer, I want to encourage you. If you're a reader, I want to entertain and inspire you. If you're a weary parent, I want to pat you on the back. And if you're my husband, I want to make fun of you. (Oops, did I say that?) And again -- thank you for reading. Writing may be a hermit-like occupation, but in the end it's for the masses; the ultimate reaching-out-and-touching-others via the written word. It's my grand passion, and it's you, my readers, who inspire me to press on. Have a lovely weekend! |
About Me
I am: Mother to five stunningly individualistic children... Writer of young adult fantasy... Passionate advocate for Women At Home... Madly in love with my husband... In need of Organic Gourmet Chocolate on a regular basis. I've got a Paypal account if you'd like to contribute to the cause....
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19of my readers are feeling chatty:
I like commenting. Commenting is good. Commenting is my friend. Will you be my friend too?
;-)
Seriously though - well, as serious as I can be after a "wink" smiley - I always find this to be an easy blog to comment on. There is always something inspiring, or thoughtful or encouraging to be found here - the sort of stuff worth putting my two-cents in about, or at least to say "hey, that was fun."
I just wanted to say hello from one Jill to another! I found you through BE and I love your site. I'll most assuredly be back to read on a regular basis!
*waves* Just surfing around the web, so I thought I'd drop by.
I know what you are saying about commenting. No one EVER DOES IT! So I am. Start a revolution I say! :)
Have a good weekend!
~Carrie~
Well, I'm not a regular (yet) but I wanted to say thanks for stopping by my site and leaving a comment. I like what you've got here, and I plan to come back.
Gawd... that was so needy Jill!
Of course you know I just pop in to read Dave's generally warped comments.
;-) *giggle*
Hi, I like your writing. I'm putting you in my favorites.
Arrrr!!! I have a fan on your blarg! he he he
"No need to be scared of little old me," Dave said with a sneaky look in his eye.
"That guy is frickin' weird," everyone else said.
Jill, i would leave more comments but sometimes im so speechless by your writing that i cant think of what to say.... hope this finds you well... not much longer til eric is back in the bed and your arent lonely anymore ;)
Shasta
Dearest,
Here is your first request:
You said "If only you'd grace my comment box with a sentence now and again." OK
Here is a special sentence written just for you.
You said "Let me know that something made you think"
ok, I thought a lot about being the comical fodder for your blog. hmmmmm
"or reminded you of your childhood"
I try not to go there - will have to up the doses of my medication :)
"or caused you to spit your tea all over the monitor"
Maybe I'll try beer. ;)
It was great to comment on your blog darling, feel free to comment on mine too!
Peek-A-Boo!
I pop in over here quite a bit. Sometimes I have a hard time commenting because I often don't think I have anything intellegent to say. Like now, I'm at a loss for words.
Jerry -- Thank you for the affirmation. It is deeply appreciated!
Jill -- great name! :) Thanks for dropping by.
Carrie -- Thanks for starting a revolution..... ;)
Mad Secretary -- Hello and thanks for visiting...I really do enjoy your writing style!
Kerrie -- From one warped mind to another.........
Therea -- Thank you, and thanks for the comment!
Dave -- I swear, all this free advertising. You'd think I actually LIKE you or something! :)
Shasta -- Hi! He's home, and I'm happy again.
Darling -- You are obviously inspired by my wit and beauty. :D
Gail -- You have endlessly intelligent things to say and I always enjoy listening! XOXO
Whew! I hope I'm not too late for the comment party! I've got the next round.
Ken
Oh my goodness. Your comments are more fun to read than the blog....JUST KIDDING! Eric cracks me up, Jill.
Well I'm a chatty girl myself and I always try to post a wee little comment for you to read. I know you just LOVE hearing from me! *sticks out tongue*
Muah!!!!!!! I think I'll be anonymous today.
Aw shucks! :)
I totally know what you mean. When I see my stats page on my server I am amazed about all the visits per month. But then I look at my inbox and have that big huge question-mark over my head. So, why is that that people visit for some time and even roam in your 'archives' but never, ever leave a comment.
Great post - I might do something similar in the future.
Hi Jillian!
I know I comment sometimes, but thought I'd add another.
You can count me as one of your daily readers.
And I will buy your book!
Ken -- it wasn't a party till you showed up. :)
"Anon" -- Honey, your "muahs" give you away every time. LOL XOXO
Eph -- And on another note, I find that I get downright annoyed when I read someone else's blog and they DON'T offer a comment box. Might as well duct tape my mouth shut! LOL I think comments are what make blogs...blogs. I love the sense of community that evolves. I love knowing my readers. Heck, I just love to talk! :)
MrsAtroxi -- Hi! And thank you. I've always enjoyed your writing, too. :)
Your site is warm, friendly and entices visitors as well as enducing comments!
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