Today is my two year blogiversary.
Two whole years I have been at this. I have managed to alienate family, make friends, and spout off some serious bullshit all as a result of this here space.
Part of my wants to get all shmoopy, to thank all of you for reading and giving me a little, tiny whisper in a chorus of many, to voice my gratitude for all the wonderful people I have met because of blogging and to share some sort of wisdom.
I don’t really have much wisdom.
What I do have are thoughts.
Blogging is a weird thing. Some people will relate to what you have to say, some will not. I will spend an hour writing an entry that really means something to me and get nothing while a silly little thought, thrown out in five minutes, will produce an avalanche of response.
Reader feedback never fails to shock, surprise and delight me. Folks got really worked up when I said I didn’t like animals, but when I pondered fucking Jesus, y’all seemed game. There is something delightfully warped about that. Boning our Lord and Savior? Cool. Hating on kitties? Sacrilege.
This space has brought me some frustrations; I have been called fat, dumb, pathetic, and delusional. While I prefer “curvy”, “simple”, “absurd” and “misguided”, people can say whatever they choose. It is infrequent but it happens. I just have stopped listening to it so much. I guess I am doing something right to bring out such vitriol.
What makes it easier are the private emails I receive, some from folks who never comment. Maybe they relate to a story or need restaurant advice. Perhaps they want to know how to impress their inlaws with a perfect meal or need makeup tips, but these emails brighten my day. It comes as no surprise that the bulk of the messages I get are regarding struggles with body image and weight loss. I still battle this myself and knowing I am not alone, that I have maybe helped someone, is truly humbling. I received an email in the Spring from a woman who said I inspired her to lose 30 pounds; there are not words to express how deeply I was touched.
Fucking hell, this got shmoopy. Well, nobody is perfect as I have proven time and time again.
Thanks for reading, commenting, lurking and being part of my life. I hope you continue to come back and be part of this.
Now who wants to give me a pinch to grow an inch?
5:36 am on July 30th, 2009
I’ve been blogging for 5 years now so I know exactly what you mean about the readership response…but that’s what makes it awesome.
I’m glad you’re writing. I’m glad I met you. I can’t remember if I pinched you last night or not so here you go.
*pinch*
Love ya!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:06 am
Oh, that pinch felt good. Thanks, hun.
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6:00 am on July 30th, 2009
A pinch? Try a slap on the ass.
For serious, though, I will be forever grateful that our blogs brought my best friend to me. If nothing else ever came of it, it would be SO worth it just for that.
xoxo
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:07 am
Who would have known? I am very grateful for you as well, my sweet.
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Patrick Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 8:04 am
Damn it LiLu you beat me to that!
Oh well I’m unoriginal anyways- unlike you.
Happy Bloggersversary!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 11:24 am
You can slap, too.
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6:03 am on July 30th, 2009
who wants to give me a pinch to grow an inch?
What is that? Is that a thing?
Anyhow, congrats are in order for making it two years in such successful and honest a fashion. I’ll be honest – when you started, I never, ever thought it would be this big / good. You had the talent, I knew, but I didn’t think you would turn it into this. Good on ya on your ‘birthday’. Good luck in the next two.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:08 am
It is a total thing. Did your family not do this? They mustn’t have loved you.
Thanks B, that means a lot.
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6:09 am on July 30th, 2009
Hey, happy blogiversery! You’re buying, right?
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:14 am
You don’t buy on your damn birthday!
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Malnurtured Snay Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:50 am
It’s not your birthday! It’s your blogiversary! Totally different animals.
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6:12 am on July 30th, 2009
Lemmie’s sweet pinches
Make me grow many inches
She is all that yo!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:15 am
Oh dear…saucy.
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6:14 am on July 30th, 2009
We shall celebrate this moment by drinking our faces off! Good lookin’ Lexa!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:33 am
This is the only way to celebrate.
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6:26 am on July 30th, 2009
I still can’t believe you hated on kittens
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:34 am
You still love me though.
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6:29 am on July 30th, 2009
I love your blog, plain and simple. If I could give it wet, sloppy kisses of adoration, I would. But, ahem, I’ll save us both the embarrassment of all that schloopiness…
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:35 am
But my blog likes kisses.
Thanks, Hannah.
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6:30 am on July 30th, 2009
The pinch to grow an inch sounds very naughty to me.
And congrats! Yours is one of the blogs I look forward to reading every day because you always entertain/make me think/make me laugh. Thank you!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:36 am
No, thank you for reading.
And of course it is naughty.
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6:32 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy anniversary. I’m not sure I ever commented before, but I read every day and was quite afraid you were going to disapper when you took your break a while back. Keep doing what you’re doing. It’s wonderful.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:36 am
You haven’t commented before. Thanks for speaking up and reading, Cheryl.
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6:43 am on July 30th, 2009
ooooh – happy blogiversary!!!!!!
that cake looks fucking amazing
and thanks for providing really good distraction from work.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:51 am
Happy to prevent you from doing work, Bianca.
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6:44 am on July 30th, 2009
Wouldn’t a pinch be sort of awwwwwk-ward coming from me?
(I’d be glad to buy you a drink, though…)
I’ve been a little quiet lately, but glad you’re back. Happy blog-a-versary!
~S~
P.S. Yep. Still need to post… *facepalm*
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:51 am
Thanks…and a pinch is nice from anyone.
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6:46 am on July 30th, 2009
your blog made us friends, so yeah i like your blog.
congrats on your 2 year anniversary.
kisses.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:53 am
I am glad we found each other on this world wide web. Now I need to get this ass to the Cleve.
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6:47 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy Blogiversary!
So, um, do we get a piece of that cake?
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 6:53 am
Sure, dig in!
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7:03 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy Birthday.
Now get over here so I can give you that pinch.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 7:07 am
But you are so far away.
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7:10 am on July 30th, 2009
Had it not been for your blog we would have never crossed paths. We share no friends, colleagues, family, or past. That’s pretty cool in my book.
Congrats on two great years. I’ll buy you another drink next time we meet.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:09 am
The way to my heart is in a glass. Glad I have gotten to know you, not so stranger.
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7:12 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy, happy! I’m so glad I found your blog. And you. I love reading and I love emailing you. I think there’s some kindredness in us and I like thinking that there’s a soul out there across the US that gets me sometimes. You’re an incredible woman. And your writing inspires me.
So there. Kisses.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:10 am
I love our emails too. I think you get me too…works out well.
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7:23 am on July 30th, 2009
I have enjoyed my time reading your blog. It is very humorous and entertaining.
Except for the whole “jesus” post. I was highly offended by it. I killed a cat in my rage after the fact.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:11 am
I cannot support killing a cat as the mob would come after me, but do as you must.
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7:31 am on July 30th, 2009
Many happies on your blogiversary. Although it’s 2 human years, what does that relate to in blog years?
Your site I found by happenstance via a dcblogs shout out. One of the best days of my life (Internet-wise, let’s not get too carried away here).
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:11 am
No no, I think you should get carried away.
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7:42 am on July 30th, 2009
Phil, as usual, is BS-ing you. Yes, he killed a cat, but not out of indignation – out of hunger. Word on the street is that he deep-fried it with some twinkies and washed it down with a Diet Mr. Pibb.
In other news, congrats on making it to the 2-year mark (which is about a year and a half longer than most blogs last.) Write for yourself and let the space exist for its own sake, and you’ll last another 2 easy.
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Phil Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 9:13 am
That’s a lie. I don’t drink “diet” anything.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:13 am
I will always try to remember why I write, Hammer.
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7:42 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy blirthday!! (Get it? Blog + Birthday!! I know, I’m sorry, I’ll just show myself out.)
You pretty much hit it all dead-on. The sour and the sweet of blogging, the fact that bloggers really aren’t any more insecure/narcissistic than others, we’re just more vocal about it… and when you actually get through to someone… well, that’s just amazing. <3
PS: That Mad Hatter cakes looks to die for.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:12 am
It really does…wish I had made it.
And thanks.
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7:51 am on July 30th, 2009
Word.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:13 am
Up.
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7:55 am on July 30th, 2009
happy blog birthday!!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:13 am
Thanks!
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7:56 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy Blogiversary – Birthday!! I love your blog. It’s one of the one’s I look forward to reading all day. You’re the best!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:13 am
Aw, thanks. Today is a good day.
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8:03 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy Blog birthday! Your blog is one of my very favorites – a small virtual perk to my day. Keep it up!
Jenna
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:14 am
I plan on keeping it up.
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8:20 am on July 30th, 2009
It’s just fun to read your musings. Yes, some of it is very disturbing, but still fun! And I’m looking forward to trying some of these recipes!! I actually ate a “McGangbang” while I was in Vegas back in May!!! It was the most disgustingly beautiful thing I’ve ever eaten! And the first time I ever ate McDonalds and didn’t get a case of the bubble guts afterwards, strangely enough!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:14 am
Disturbing!? No way. I am completely normal.
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8:44 am on July 30th, 2009
i love this blog. i don’t always comment, but i always read and enjoy. oh, and that recipe for french toast that you helped me track down got a “best breakfast ever” comment from the gf. so, thanks a million!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:15 am
I am glad I could help and that she liked it.
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8:50 am on July 30th, 2009
I think as long as you stay away from Jesus fucking kittens, you’re safe with most people.
Buon’anniversario!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:15 am
No Jesus fucking kittens…noted.
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8:58 am on July 30th, 2009
happy blog aniversary
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:15 am
Welcome Rahin, and thanks.
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9:03 am on July 30th, 2009
I don’t understand. I don’t like being pinched, so I don’t pinch people. But I’ll punch you if you want.
Also you’re welcome. I’m so awesome for coming here.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:15 am
You really are awesome for coming here.
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9:12 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy Anniversary! I, for one, am glad you put your thoughts down! I enjoy reading them!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:25 am
I am glad you come and read.
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9:23 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy Blogiversary! I’m proud of you Lex. You are beautiful both on the inside and the outside. Don’t change…but if you want to watch your language a bit I wouldn’t mind (wink, wink)
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:25 am
I know, Mom, I know. I am sorry.
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9:48 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy blogiversary, you Shmoopster, you.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:26 am
Shmooping right back at ya.
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9:53 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy Two Years! I just started reading, so here’s to two more!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 10:27 am
We shall see…thanks so much.
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10:47 am on July 30th, 2009
So you probably already know that I think this bloggin’ space you’ve got here is pretty amazing. But hopefully you also know how much your blog inspires me to be candid on my blog in ways I may never have had the courage otherwise to do. Thank you wildly. And happy blogiversary!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 11:25 am
Oh wow, thanks. Such a great compliment coming from you.
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11:07 am on July 30th, 2009
I just smile and read… then smile some more. So thanks for making me smile
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 11:25 am
Thanks for making ME smile.
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11:18 am on July 30th, 2009
i don’t care about you hating on animals, why do you have to hate on bacon?
(but i’m still reading so, whatever)
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 11:26 am
I don’t hate bacon, but…BUT…nevermind. Thanks for hanging in there even if I am a hater.
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11:29 am on July 30th, 2009
Happy anniversary! Your frank eloquence is much appreciated.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 1:08 pm
And thanks for reading.
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11:53 am on July 30th, 2009
Congrats on the 2 year anniversary! I am coming up on my 1 year (August 2nd, I think?) and I am in constant wonderment that ANYONE reads my blog because for me it was just a way to get angry and spout off at the mouth. Anywho, what you do is amazing and I love your blog. Cheers to two more years (and more than that, too)!!!!
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 1:27 pm
I really still can’t believe people read either…thanks.
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11:56 am on July 30th, 2009
Congrats. High Life is on me. It’s the only champagne I can afford, so, drink up, buttercup.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
Glug glug.
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12:40 pm on July 30th, 2009
Happy Blogiversary! I’ve enjoyed your writing on many topics. Take care and look forward to the third.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 1:49 pm
Why thanks Sean.
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1:05 pm on July 30th, 2009
I have only been around for a short while and have only read a fraction of those posts over the two years but I have enjoyed every one I have read. COngrats on your longevity.
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Lemmonex Reply:
July 30th, 2009 at 1:58 pm
Let’s see how long I can keep it up.
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4:44 pm on July 30th, 2009
Folks got really worked up when I said I didn’t like animals, but when I pondered fucking Jesus, y’all seemed game. There is something delightfully warped about that. Boning our Lord and Savior? Cool. Hating on kitties? Sacrilege.
that paragraph made my week. seriously you are awesome. don’t ever stop blogging. you rock in a million ways.
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4:54 pm on July 30th, 2009
Happy Blogiversary! Your name came up as I shared lunch with Lacochran the other day. We both said some very positive things about you, commenting on how outgoing and confident you appear in person. Maybe it’s just an act, but it’s very convincing! You still manage to make each of us feel special, even though your fan club seems to grow by the day.
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7:21 pm on July 30th, 2009
Happy Blogiversary! You’ve definitely been a blogger who’s inspired me to plunge into the blogwater. Thanks for writing and sharing!
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9:58 pm on July 30th, 2009
I’m a relatively new reader, but your writing had me hooked from the first entry. It was relateable, consistently interesting, and your off-the-cuff witticisms inspired a few laughs. I know how hard it is to have the moxie to maintain a public blog. It requires honesty, and integrity as lame as that sounds. You’re setting yourself up for potential villification everytime you assert an opinion, and it takes a lot of guts to do that. Keep on bloggin’ in the free world.
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9:11 am on July 31st, 2009
[...] Lemmonex turns two. [...]
11:18 am on July 31st, 2009
I’m so sorry I missed commenting yesterday – I read it, thought, “Awesome! I must congratulate her!” and then my preg-brain moved on to something else.
So, congrats!
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3:44 pm on July 31st, 2009
I just want to sing the lyrics to “The Way You Are”. So sad.
But I like you just the way you are. (Insert whooty shaking and beats).
xoxoxoxxo and congrats love!
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12:33 am on August 3rd, 2009
Congrats, lady! Can you imagine, if you hadn’t come back, you would have missed all this celebration. Ain’t it worth it?
Here’s to many, many more! xo
And one of these days, I hope you make it out to Lalaland, cause I’m too jealous of all your DC meetups.
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9:49 pm on August 4th, 2009
happy two year bloggy bday. im so thrilled we met this way. who woulda thunk what a fucking small world it is? you make my heart happy.
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7:27 am on August 27th, 2009
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4:34 pm on August 27th, 2009
It sounds like you’re creating problems yourself by trying to solve this issue instead of looking at why their is a problem in the first place
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1:43 pm on September 3rd, 2009
I like to watch Stargate Atlantis, it is my favorite TV show.
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2:16 am on December 23rd, 2009
Wow! Another exciting feature, that I
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12:27 pm on December 24th, 2009
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5:54 pm on December 25th, 2009
good
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6:39 pm on December 25th, 2009
respect
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6:01 pm on December 26th, 2009
nice desing of site
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1:15 am on December 30th, 2009
Thanks for great post! Do you have a twitter account? I would like to follow and get newest information from you.
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6:00 pm on December 30th, 2009
had to type this here
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6:38 pm on December 30th, 2009
i bet this will b most commented
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8:00 pm on December 30th, 2009
it’s realy?
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12:43 am on January 1st, 2010
i had to write here
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5:30 pm on January 1st, 2010
nice for me
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9:34 am on January 3rd, 2010
deals with well with people stepping out of line is an attractive thing to readers. I personally don
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3:00 am on January 5th, 2010
Though after they were in place, poeple were bound to read into them and come to conclusions of their own, and certain ideas gained popularity and snowballed until they were held as true.
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10:47 am on January 5th, 2010
Very informative blog – bookmarked !!!!
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6:19 pm on January 8th, 2010
re comments really that big a deal?
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7:20 am on January 9th, 2010
We also saw many of you comment on our posts,
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8:53 pm on January 9th, 2010
While the Komperdell C3 Airs
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12:53 pm on January 13th, 2010
good post as always man
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3:15 pm on January 16th, 2010
im a daily commenter
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10:03 pm on January 25th, 2010
Have a good time BUT why in the world would you shut down the
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10:45 pm on January 25th, 2010
You
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6:04 am on January 29th, 2010
Wow! When you say the WP support team will still be monitoring servers and services, you really mean it. Last night when I logged in to edit, spell check, and schedule my post, all services disappeared for quite some time. What a time for you to have a server problem! One couldn
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3:30 am on February 4th, 2010
Kudos from one braniac to another.
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