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Four years ago today, on a quiet Saturday at home, I started the Carole Knits blog. I can’t even imagine my life without it now. Writing this blog has brought me loads of new friends, allowed me to travel to new and exciting places, inspired me to knit more and knit better, given me the opportunity to learn new skills like spinning and crocheting and photography, and just expanded my life in ways I never even thought possible.
So, on this anniversary of my blog, I’d like to give something back to all of you. I’d like to give you all a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to kpixie.
Kpixie, in case you didn’t know it, is situated right in my own little town and I really believe in supporting local businesses – especially given our current economic situation. All you have to do to be entered in the contest is leave me a comment by 12 Noon my time on Monday, February 2, 2009.
Thanks for reading, thanks for commenting, thanks for being part of Carole Knits.
deb Said,
Well – what a special day indeed! Happy, happy blogiversary to you Carole! I’m glad you’re in my life – blog or otherwise!
oldcinderella Said,
Happy Blogiversary!!!
Brenda Said,
Congratulations and happy blogiversary! I love your four mosaic.
Jean Said,
Four Years! Congrats!!! Blogging is so rewarding, I love learning from blogs and it is a unique experience allowing you to see some who are so gifted at this craft that it is both inspiring and entertaining – Art. It can uplift you at the end of a weary day (or sometimes first thing in the morning). Thank you for allowing us to share a bit of your life with you. Your photos are also a delight.
Julie Said,
Many happy returns of the day Carole!
britt Said,
Wow, that is quite a long time for a blog. Congratulations!
Vicki Said,
Happy ‘versary, Carole!!
Carla Said,
I can’t imagine life with out your blog either!
Chris Said,
Happy blogiversary!! Many happy returns.
Danby Said,
Happy blogiversary!! I enjoy reading your blog.
Mali Said,
Congrats Carole – love your blog! I start each day with a cup of tea and the early blog posts like yours. Thanks for helping me get each day off to a good start!
Paula Said,
Congratulations on 4 years of blogging!
Bonney Said,
Happy Blogiversary! I enjoy reading your blog. Here’s to 4 more years!
Kim Said,
It’s been a joy getting to know you over the last 4 years!
Wool Winder Said,
Congratulations on four years!
Shirley Said,
I can’t imagine not reading your blog daily. I enjoy it tremendously and hope you have many, many more anniversaries to celebrate!
Mary K. in Rockport Said,
Happy 4th, Carole, and many more.
Donna W Said,
Congratulations of four fabulous years. I am celebrating two years and have found it very rewarding. I, like you, have found some like-minded friends which add to my enjoyment in the knitting community. I wish you all the best.
Mel Said,
They do tend to come around quickly, don’t they? I’ve got a 3rd coming up soon.
Linda M. Said,
congratulations! I’ve enjoyed reading your blog since I found it. I especially like the place-centered quality of your writing and photos. I often feel like I’ve had a quick visit home after reading your blog.
Knitnana Said,
Happy Blogiversary, Carole! I can’t imagine life without checking in with you!
(((hugs)))
Kate Said,
Carole! I can’t believe it has been 4 years that we’ve been able to read about you and Dale!!
Are you heading to Spa this year?? I am so looking forward to seeing everyone!
Kathy Said,
Hard to remember those pre-blogging days! Happy 4th grrlfriend!! xoxoxo
mai Said,
ahhh now i know what the 4 is all about
happy blogiversary!!!
sarah b. Said,
Happy Blogiversary!!!
Susanne Said,
I think I have been reading your blog for most of those 4 years!! Congrats on such a warm, funny, interesting, inspiring, friendly blog!! You truly are the best!!
Julie Said,
Happy Blogiversary, Carole!
ChristyH Said,
I really like you nature photos. Happy Blog Anniversary!!
sprite Said,
Carole, happy blogoversary! Here’s to many more great years ahead!
margene Said,
Isn’t it wonderful how close we’ve all become because of our blogs! Happy Blogiversary to you!
jillian Said,
Wow – 4 years! Happy Blogiversary Carole!
LittleWit Said,
Congratulations on four years! That’s a marvelous feat. Also, how much do I love kpixie! The owners are sweethearts and they carry great yarns!
Paulette Said,
Happy 4th blogiversary! I enjoy reading your blog to see what you’re knitting, cooking, taking pics of, etc. It’s always inspiring to read a knitting blog for ideas, encouragement, and some laughs, too!
Katie K Said,
Happy fourth anniversary! Reading it is a great way to start my day. You, your knitting, your family (your daughter is the same age as mine), your fabulous photography and responsiveness. Thanks! I hope to meet you in person one of these days. I keep looking for you at Rhinebeck. Maybe this will be the lucky year.
Kristine Said,
Happy Blogiversary Carole! Your blog was one of the very first ones I ever read and I enjoy getting to see what you’re up to next! You inspire me!
Beth Said,
Congratulations on four years, Carole! I can’t imagine you not blogging either!
nestra Said,
Congrats on four years! Thanks for being part of my mornings.
Estella Said,
Congratulations – wow 4 years! I know what you mean about not being able to imagine your life without your blog. You are so lucky to have KPixie in your town and good for you supporting local business.
jill Said,
Because I read your blog: I did not by a Kenmore refrigerator. I made napkins for my family’s table. I created the “mommy parlor”. I have set/met goals. We’ve never met, but you have had an impact. So I’m chanting “Four More Years!”
Thanks.
MackenzieH Said,
I’ve only been reading your blog for a few months, but you have really inspired me to knit bigger, bolder things…Thanks, and keep up the good work!
~Mackenzie
Amy Said,
Happy Blogiversary! I so enjoy reading your blog. It’s one of the highlights of my morning.
RisaJ Said,
Congrats on 4 years. Wow!!
I’ve only been blogging a little over one year. I love your blog. Keep up the good work.
Dale Said,
Congrats my dear, here’s to many more posts! Maybe I’ll take you out tonight to celebrate! 143
Betty Said,
Happy Blogiversary, Carole!!! You know, this means that come April we’ll have been friends for 4 years! That makes me very happy…
Cheryl S. Said,
Happy Blogiversary! I’m glad that we were able to meet in person.
Nora Said,
Congratulations! I love the “4″ mosaic – just another example of the creativity that keeps us coming back here! Plus, you’re a darn nice gal.
xo
daisie Said,
Many Happy Returns! Your words and pictures have been a delight and inspiration.
d
Kassia Said,
Congratulations!! I love coming to your blog and seeing what fun things you are doing. You are so creative and inspiring! Keep up the good work!
Dinah Said,
Congrats! Where would I be without you?
Kate Said,
Congratulations, Carole! Thanks for being such an ongoing source of inspiration
sue Said,
Happy 4th anniversary. I enjoy reading your blog.
Carrie Said,
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
pumpkinmama Said,
Happy Blog-day! I’m glad I can call your friend, friend!
Brenda Said,
Love your blog! I am so happy that you started posting FOUR years ago. Happy anniversary!
Imbrium Said,
Happy blogiversary, Carole! I’m so glad you’re blogging, and so glad I’ve had the chance to meet you.
claudia Said,
Carole, happy blog day! I’m really glad you blog.
Cindy (maxfun) Said,
Happy Blogiversary!
Marcia Said,
Happy ‘versary, Carole! (I should go check when mine is….or how many years. I have no idea!)
Emily Said,
Happy #4!
Sarah Said,
4 years is AWESOME! Congrats
Marcia Said,
Heh! Today is my third blogiversary….I should go post something, shouldn’t I?
Anne Said,
Wow! Four years! That’s great. Very happy Blog-versary to you!!
LisaW Said,
Happy Blogiversary, Carole! I’ve recently started reading your blog and enjoy it. Thanks for sharing!
Karen Said,
Congrats on 4 years! So glad you started because I enjoy your blog so much.
Sarah Said,
Happy Blogiversary Carol!
I enjoy reading.
Jessica Said,
Congrats on the milestone!! Thanks for the fun blog.
Sue Said,
Dear Carole,
Love reading your blog! Happy 4th! It’s a great number, don’t laugh, but it’s my maiden name – spelled a bit different. And today’s my daughter’s 21st birthday YIKES! Especially like the Friday photo. Hugs!
Barbara-Kay Said,
Happy blogiversary to you! I look forward each day to reading your posts, and have enjoyed your beautiful pictures, too.
Sylvia Said,
Happy blog-birthday!
I enjoy your posts very much. Thank you for sharing a window into your life and thoughts and the joy of your family.
Carol Garnier Said,
Happy Blogiversary! I only found your site recently and am trying to read the archives. I really enjoy the blog. Hope your winter gets over early. (It’ll be 80 here this afternoon–Florida Keys).
Cookie Said,
Happy Blogiversary!
Life would not be the same without you or your blog.
xo
Judy Said,
and we would not be the same without you!
Robin in VA Said,
HAPPY BLOGIVERSARY!!! I’m SO glad I found your blog!!!
Joy Said,
Happy blogiversary! I’ve really enjoyed your blog, and appreciate your inspiring/nudging me to get back to spinning.
Melissa Said,
Happy Anniversary! I don’t comment often, but I always enjoy reading your blog.
Jean Said,
Woot! Happy Blogiversary, Carol!
Kate/Massachusetts Said,
I love Kpixie! Her colors are gorgeous! Thanks for the chance! And, congratulations of four years.
HB Said,
How sweet but you don’t have to pay me $25 to read your blog : – ) ! I can’t remember how I found you but I’m glad I did!
Doris Said,
Happy anniversary! I am glad to have found your blog, and enjoy reading it.
Judy Said,
Congrats! I do like reading your happy blog.
elizabeth Said,
Aw, and thanks for having Carole Knits!
Kathode Ray Tube Said,
I love your posts. Happy Blogiversary!
Kelli Said,
Happy Blogiversary! I love the collage today.
Tina M. Said,
Happy blogiversary to you! I don’t even know when mine is, but you’ve inspired me to find out. I agree with you 100% on how much good blogging has brought into my life. May you have many, many wonderful blogging years to come. It’s an adventure, and getting there is definitely more than half the fun!
Anne Said,
Happy Blogiversary!
jenny Said,
Happy Blogversary. As another knitting librarian in SE MASS it is always fun to see what you are up to.
Danielle Said,
Happy blogiversary! I think I’ve been reading (if not always commenting) since somewhere near the beginning. I’m so glad I met you, online and in person!
christine Said,
Love all those fours! congrats!
Tonni Said,
HAPPY DAY!!!! The blogging world has been good to all of your readers
Congratulations!
Manise Said,
Happy Blogiversary Carole! Looking forward to many, many more years of reading you my friend!
Laura Said,
Carole!! Happy Blogiversary!! My 4yr went past when I was looking the other way earlier this month. Congrulations to you – I’m so happy that you are my friend.
gale (she shoots sheep shots) Said,
Well happy blogiversary! I learned 3 interesting things from you today 1) I thought your blog had been around longer. You’re an institution!
2) KPixie is in Mass, I don’t know why but I though it was based….elsewhere.
3) I’m 4 years in just a couple of weeks! can hardly remember life before. But i never thought to check when I started it till just now.
kmkat Said,
Happy blogversary, Carole! You have made a lot of other people happy with your blog, too
Maria Said,
Wow!!! Four years. That makes you a charter member of the blog world. Blogs are a wonderful thing, although they’ve gotten me into a lot of trouble. You know….all those yarns and patterns that you must have!!! Congratulations!
Brooke M. Said,
Happy anniversary!
Carol Said,
Wow! 4 yrs! Happy anniversary!!
Sherry Said,
Happy anniversary!
Amy Said,
Happy blogiversary! Love KPixie.
Mary Said,
Happy Blogiversary!
I love your photos!
Ruth Said,
Happy blogiversary!!!!
Debby Lee Said,
Happy 4th Blog Anniversary! Way to go!
Lucia Said,
Happy blogiversary, you’re welcome, and I’ve learned something today: your blog is almost exactly a year older than mine.
heather Said,
hey, congratulations! many happy returns of the day and all that
and thanks for spotlighting kpixie, i’ve heard of them but not really checked them out.
Chris Said,
I’ll raise a pomegranate martini in your honor tonight. It’ll be tough, but a good blog is worth it!
Kelly Said,
Happy Blogversary your blog is a joy to read. Hoping for many more years of Carole Knits!
Helen Said,
Hey Carole – nothing like a contest to get me to delurk. I have been reading your blog for a long time and favorited your Bird in Hand mittens in Ravelry. I just love them. Happy Anniversary.
Judi Said,
Happy Blogaversary! I have learned so much from you – your blog has become a necessary part of my day. And of course you are partly responsible for my yielding to temptation and becoming a spinner.
Sarah R Said,
Happy Anniversary!
Let’s see…for a blog, I think the fourth anniversary is….ummmm…oooh, pixels! Here, have a box from me.
Sara Said,
Four years! That’s a while – Guess I’ve been reading your blog for a bit of that time…
Thank you for having a blog and letting me get to know you and learn from you. You are a wonderful friend!
Norma Said,
Happy Blogiversary!!!!! I love the “4″ collage.
Angie Said,
Happy Blogiversary. I enjoy your blog.
susan Said,
Happy Blogiversary, Carole! And thanks for all the fun times!
Stephanie Said,
Thanks for always being there for me and caring when I went missing. I’m thankful every day that I can call you a friend and that we met over blogs and knitting.
Laura Said,
Happy
blogiversary!
Kathy Said,
Happy Anniversary. Hope you continue for many more years. I recently found your blog and love all the projects and photos especially the Friday Eye Candy.
Kristyn Said,
Happy Blogiversary!!
Marji Said,
Congratulations on #4! You are so faithful with your blog writing and you are an inspirational knitter.
Robin Said,
Happy 4th! (You don’t look a day over 3!)
Barbara Said,
Congratulations! I was glad to find someone sort of local to me (Worcester) out in blogland.
Karen Said,
Happy Blogiversary!! Thanks for sharing your knitting and life with us.
--Deb Said,
Happy blogiversary, Carole! Which reminds me, that means, my blog turned four sometime in the last week, didn’t it? And I missed it!
Glad to see that YOU, at least, are on top of things.
Bridget Said,
Happy Blogiversary! Isn’t it weird how something like blogging really does open up a whole new universe?
I hope you’ll stick around for a long time to come.
Kathleen Said,
I too would like to wish you a very happy blogiversary! Time goes by way too fast. You should celebrate by splurging on a special yarn!
blogless sharon Said,
congrats girlfriend, hope you keep on blogging,i don’t know how you do it but each blog is better than the last. what a pro. luv ya
Cheryl Said,
Congratulations, Carole, on year 4 of your wonderful blog. Keep up the good work. Cheryl
Laurie Said,
Haha! Look at all your comments! Happy blogiversary, m’dear. I’m glad we met, I’m glad we knit and spin together.
Leah Said,
Happy Blogiversary, Carole! Can’t imagine the blogosphere without you!
Donna Said,
Happy Blogiversary to you. And thank YOU for providing us with great reading. Yours is one of my favorite blogs Carole. And I’m glad I got to know you – in person And online!
All the best……
Jane Said,
Congratulations, Carole! I love my visits to your blog!
Cindy Said,
I’m a long time reader, a long time admirer, but only a first time commenter. I’m a novice knitter in awe of your knitting and daily posting. I just ’started’ my own blog, but so far haven’t posted anything! How DO you do it? Congrats!
Leslie Said,
Coming out of lurkdom to say Happy Blogiversary and may you have many more!
Big Alice Said,
Happy blog anniversary, Carole!
Lauren Said,
Even though I never ever comment, I do lurk. =)
Happy Blogday!! =)
Tammy Said,
Love the blog!
Sarah Said,
Happy Bloggy Birthday, Carole! I hope this endeavor continues to bring you joy and friendship.
Lori In Michigan Said,
Days just wouldn’t be the same without ya on my screen~ Happy 4th!
CaroleP Said,
Happy 4th Blogiversary – Yours was the very first blog I read because it was Carole Knits (I thought I had done something I didn’t know about). Especially when you mentioned Dale (also my husband, well not the same man, just the name). That was 2 yrs ago and yours is the first one I read daily, always interesting and uplifting. You are a lovely young woman (have a daughter your age, and she would approve of those adjectives to describe herself). Yes, we have many things in common, except our age, but I’m very young at heart. Heck, I even bought a Towny bike after I saw yours. Now we need some warm weather and less snow!
Keep your blog going, it’s very beneficial.
Thank, Carole (Ohio)
Cristi-Lael Said,
Yay! I love blogavery contests!
Congrats!
inglesidebelle Said,
Congrats, Carole!
Great day to begin blogging! Is there something in the atmosphere on January 29th? Must be, because earlier today, during some quiet time in the afternoon, I succumbed to the blogging siren and started my own blog. How thrilling to find out now that we share a blogiversary date (I’m one of your silent, but regular readers)!
I’m not going to link to my baby now because I want to make it all pretty before I invite visitors over. I’m a complete novice at webdesign, so I’ll probably be spending the weekend at it. Any tips to share?
gayle Said,
Out of lurkdom to wish you Happy Blogiversary!
Love your 4’s!
DebbieB Said,
Of all days for me to be AFK. Happy Blogiversary, Carole, and thanks for the pleasure I get from reading your blog (almost) every day.
maryse Said,
happy blogiversary! it’s amazing what an effect this blog thing has had on our lives. and meeting you is definitely one of the highlights.
trek Said,
Chris told me to come wish you a happy blogiversary and we always do what Chris asks ;o)
Happy Fourth!
Kris Said,
Happy Blogiversary!
Jodi Said,
4 years?!?! Congrats, and happy blogiversary!
Karen Said,
Happy Blogiversary! I always love reading your blog and seeing what it is going on back East – it makes me miss home a little less. Congrats!
Jamisyn Said,
Congrats on your anniversary. I hope I make it that long (and more). I wish I were as funny and witty as the blogs I read.
Marsha Said,
Happy birthday to your blog! Hooray!
limedragon :-: Harriet Said,
Ooo, Happy Blogiversary! WTG on 4 years. : )
Heide Said,
Congratulations on 4 years! Whoo Hoo!
turtle Said,
happy blogiversary!!! wow, 4 years! love the photo collage!
Leslie Said,
Wow, congrats on the big milestone! Your blog is always so fun to read; you always have a great project on the needles or a fun story to tell.
Jennifer Said,
Happy Blogiversary!!
Catie Said,
Happy anniversary!
Diane Said,
Carole,
Cheers! I’ve had fun looking through your finished socks!
Carol Said,
Happy happy blog-iversary!
5elementknitr Said,
Congratulations!
I love that when knitters have birthdays/anniversaries they GIVE gifts!
What fun!
Nell Said,
Congrats on 4 years!!!
Lisa Said,
Happy Blogiversary!! We’re glad you are here too!!!
dana Said,
happy anniversary one day late!
i made a slight detour in reading today, over to kpixie, (love hearing of shops new to me) and have already ordered some patterns my lys does not carry.
did you go out to celebrate last night?
Patty Said,
Delurking to say Happy Blogiversary and my goodness I love those boots!
Hannah Said,
Happy Blogoversary mom!!!
taelixev Said,
happy blogiversary!
Nelly Said,
happy 4th blogoversary!
sunflowerfairy Said,
Wholly crap, Carole! I’m number 165. Wow! I’m lucky if I get 3 replies to a post. Damn.
Congrats on 4 years. Your blog is the first one I read daily.
Cathy Said,
Congratulations Carole! I love reading your blog–you are so talented! I can see why you have so many readers and have been so successful for 4 years! I wish you many more years of great blogging! Thanks!
lynne s of oz Said,
Happy blogiversary! 4 years, eh? I hope to read for another four years and more! It was nice almost meeting you at Rhinebeck,
Risa Said,
A very very happy 4th blogiversary to you!
Edna Said,
Happy Blogiversary! Mine is coming up soon too. will be 4 years also
Kathleen Said,
Happy Blogiversary, Carole! And many happy returns.
Suzanne Said,
Happy 4 Years!
amanda Said,
Four years, wow! Congratulations! It’s always enjoyable to read your blog and see your pictures, and I hope to be able to continue reading for many years to come.
Rhonda Said,
Congratulations! I have read your blog for so long. You have inspired me, with your knitting and your photography. There are so many similarities in your 100 list and mine, that at times when I read it as if I am hearing from a dear friend. Your blog has allowed me to come close to the life I miss so much. Thank you. Here is to many more great years.
Emily Said,
Happy Blogiversary! You are an inspiration!
Karen S Said,
Happy blogiversary!!! What a fantastic way to celebrate (and 4 years is a very good age for a blog)
lisa Said,
Happy Blogiversary Carole!!! I love all the “4″ pictures!
ikkinlala Said,
Happy blogiversary, Carole!
anne Said,
Happy Blogiversary!!
Erica Said,
What! Four years! I can’t beleive its been that long. Where did the time go? Happy happy blogiversary. Thanks for all your wonderful photos.
Beverly Said,
Four years? Here’s to four more.
kathy b Said,
Happy FOURTH! You write a wonderful blog. Four cheers for shopping local.
Sue Said,
Happy 4th blogiversary!
Ann-Marie MacKay Said,
Yeah!!! Happy Blogversary
Anne Said,
Congratulations, Carole–and thanks foe being here every day.
Love, Anne
PICAdrienne Said,
Congratulations on four years of blogging. I like your blog.
Danby Said,
Happy Blogiversery! I enjoy reading your blog.
Jan Said,
Happy, happy blogiversary Carole!!
Tam Said,
Happy Blogiversary! I just discovered your blog, so I hope you have many more.
aimeed Said,
Ooh, I almost missed your blogiversary because I was out of town. Happy blog-day.
Deb B Said,
“Four” all you do for the knitting community (inspire, challenge, encourage) … Thank you!
Congratulations and Happy Blogiversary,
Deb
pj Said,
Happy Blogiversary, Carole!!
Jennifer Said,
Happy Blogiversary!
Kendra Said,
Happy Blogiversary!
Kay Said,
I just discovered your blog, and happy blogverisary and many more to come. Blogs make you grow, even if you live the tiniest part of the world. You look up people and where they are on a map, comment on their blogs, start a little humble email with that person, and away you go….no longer a tiny spot, but a network of friends!
Annie Said,
Happy Blogiversary! And may there be many more years of happy blogging in your future!
Hillary Said,
Happy Blogoversary.
Betty in Texas Said,
yes, Happy Blogversary! Yours is the first I checked, as soon as I walked the dog – and got the suitcases out of the car! 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4…etc!!!