I think I first became aware of blogs around the year 2002. Certainly political blogs were starting to play a big role in the way we receive information around that time. It wasn’t long after that when I became aware of knit blogs. I started reading a few popular knitting blogs and I found the concept really intriguing. I did a bit of research into the whole process and, as you know, I took the plunge myself in January 0f 2005.
During my research I read that many people who write blogs receive unsolicited gifts from their readers. I thought that was pretty cool and I wondered if it would ever happen to me. Sure enough, as my blog gained a little fame and my readership expanded, I did occasionally win a contest or two – and I still do on a rather frequent basis. In those early days there were a lot of swaps and I participated in those and had a lot of fun with that, too. Eventually, as I became friends with some of my blog readers we started to occasionally surprise each other with gifts and packages.
The outright gift, though? The surprise package from a blog friend you’ve never even met? That is still a rare and wonderful thing and that’s why I was so excited to receive a package from my dear friend Kym last week.
She has been encouraging me on my exercise path and she sent me a gift of an awesome t-shirt and a very supportive and thoughtful note. The shirt is soft and bears a sentiment that I am learning to embrace but, truth be told, that note means more to me than any gift. It speaks to my heart and shows a depth of understanding on Kym’s part that would be eerie if it weren’t so awesome.
This blogosphere we have created is a very good thing and I’m grateful to be a part of it.
Isn’t it amazing what wonderful words of encouragement can do to advance your resolve? Love the tee! Best wishes on your efforts!
What a nice surprise! And it was nice for both of you1
XOXOXO
Kym has become a dear friend to many of us. She has a heart of gold! A heart of gold that is only matched by yours, my dear.
Isn’t it amazing the friendships we can make through our knitting blogs?
That Kym. She’s a sweetheart!
Yay for exercise!
Very cool! Love the t-shirt. I never thought about the saying, but it’s true.
Super, super cool!!
Powerful words on that shirt! What a beautiful gift. 🙂
How lovely… and way cool.
Verry thoughtful of her! I think I have a new blogger to start following-she sounds like a fantastic person too!
That Kym is awesome! Wear the shirt and Be Strong!
sweet! and i do like the tshirt. i can say the blogosphere has been an a very positive experience for me and i’m so glad i took the plunge all those years ago 😉
Pretty special gift from a pretty special woman. Wear it well Carole!
That sounds like an awesome thing to receive. Good luck on your exercise path!
As I sit here with one leg elevated recovering from foot surgery I appreciate being at the fitness level that I am even though I’m not at my ideal weight. So I totally agree with Kym. There is nothing like trying to get around with one leg and a knee scooter to drive home that having a strong core, strong legs and some arm strength is very helpful in getting around the house sans one working foot. Thank you cardiosculpt class.
SO fun!
ME too > IM thrilled to be part of knit /blog circles. SUch amazing and fun and generous folks.
Isn’t she wonderful? What a lovely surprise!
Somtimes the small things…a note per say….is one of the best gifts that you can receive 🙂 Cherish it and re read it when you need that feeling again 🙂 Congratulations on finding that friend.
that kym – she’s awesome (and so are you!) I’d love to know where she got the shirt!
That was so sweet! I started reading Kym’s blog recently and she seems like quite an incredible woman.
Such a nice gift. Sometimes LOTS of encouragement is needed when it comes to sticking to an exercise program. It usually takes me about 3 weeks before I begin to realize that there’s enough of a difference in the way I feel that the new, “more fit” sensation becomes an incentive in itself. It’s making it through those first 3 to 4 weeks that can be tough.
You have lovely incentives!