tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post1521550731482557946..comments2024-03-28T20:18:00.528-04:00Comments on DEBBIE-DABBLE BLOG: A Milestone and Whether to Blog or NotDebbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09393980831584145593noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-30889243670829936002018-08-16T01:03:30.507-04:002018-08-16T01:03:30.507-04:00Debbie, I feel the same as you. I have thought of ...Debbie, I feel the same as you. I have thought of shutting down my blog, but I just can't do it. I have been blogging for about the same amount of years as you. Your blog was one of the first for me to follow. I love visiting you. You amaze me with all your beautiful holiday decorations, and your home is George us with a capital G. I like the more personal blogs, where you develop a friendship. I will never meet you in person but I love to see your posts, and to see you on Facebook. Please keep posting about you, your hlme, your life. And I will keep doing the same on my simple little blog. Hugs to you my friend. Karie at Karie's Chic CreationsKariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16009304028821566522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-71145551166091840422018-03-19T21:08:10.476-04:002018-03-19T21:08:10.476-04:00Happy Bloggiversary! So, I'll be honest, I hav...Happy Bloggiversary! So, I'll be honest, I have ads on my blog but I also write about my story. I try as hard as I can to always be true to myself and my journey in life. I'm so sorry that you feel that blogging has lost its sparkle for you, and I pray that you find it again. If you enjoy writing so much, then who cares if anyone is even reading it? I write because I have a story and I want to remember it for myself. And it others get something out of it too, even better. Good luck in your ventures, and happy birthday!!Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12477622376094955807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-44511904055076964512018-03-13T22:45:12.712-04:002018-03-13T22:45:12.712-04:00Congratulations Debbie on your milestone birthday...Congratulations Debbie on your milestone birthday, I also get reflective around my birthday. I think it's good to take a look at our lives every so often and this includes our blogs. I've also been blogging for several years too and reading your list felt like a good friend validating one of my rants. haha I clearly see much of what you do, and I chalk it up to change. nothing stays the same. But the friendships of those who began with me feel quite important. I'm very sentimental about those bloggers. And now you too, since you're another one from those special days. I do hope you keep blogging. I stopped any kind of normal schedule, now I blog when I can. Not very reliable for my readers but I figure that we're all doing the best we can. <br />thanks for your candid views.<br />xo<br />Leslie aka Gwen Moss<br />Leslie Harrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06367872267145012395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-91767462747983811302018-03-10T10:05:26.080-05:002018-03-10T10:05:26.080-05:00Happy Belated Birthday, Debbie, and congratulation...Happy Belated Birthday, Debbie, and congratulations on your 8-year blogiversary!!! <br /><br />I usually visit you through the tea-themed linky parties and have always enjoyed seeing your teaware collection. Some bloggers have switched over to Instagram 9IG) because it's easier--you post a photo and a short description! I do have an IG account--primarly to follow my online friends who stopped blogging--but I haven't been very good at uploading my own photos (my cell phone camera is not the greatest). I still work full-time so my blog is just a hobby. I post whatever I want, whenever I want!<br /><br />I also share your sentiment towards cooking. It's necessary for our survival, but I just never developed a liking for it!Margiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12216292186501923706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-25479541455660628622018-03-08T09:18:24.761-05:002018-03-08T09:18:24.761-05:00Oh, Debbie. First of all, happy birthday!! That is...Oh, Debbie. First of all, happy birthday!! That is a milestone birthday, for sure. Second, I think many of us resonate with this post. Blogging really has changed so much from those first days of fun and connection. But you're such a wonderful part of the blogging world, so I'm glad that you'll continue to post when you want to. And I'm really glad that you'll continue to do what YOU like rather than trying to fit in with current fads; you're a great example to all of us!<br /><br />Thanks so much for joining the Grace at Home party at Imparting Grace. I'm featuring you this week. I know I usually feature you when you've shared some cool decorating idea or the solution to a problem, but I really think people will enjoy reading this post. <br /><br />Every blessing, dear Debbie!Richella Parhamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04353214472648623583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-57779988689126891872018-03-07T23:12:50.130-05:002018-03-07T23:12:50.130-05:00This is such a great post Debbie! I am glad you ar...This is such a great post Debbie! I am glad you are going to continue to blog but I understand why you have decided to cut back. I enjoy the blogs of those who stay true to their own style, like you! I followed you before years ago when I blogged as Junkaholics Unaninmous. I agree it was a bit less stressful, with more personal connections back then. Thank you for sharing this heartfelt post at Thursday Favorite Things!Amber Lyon Fergusonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16787947120256227380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-81180416154833753792018-03-07T08:04:39.637-05:002018-03-07T08:04:39.637-05:00Happy Birthday, Debbie! Yes, blogging has changed ...Happy Birthday, Debbie! Yes, blogging has changed A LOT over the years. You and I have been blogging about the same amount of time. I've made a number of changes that I felt fit me. There were a couple years that I couldn't blog because of an obligation and when Dearest got sick. A number of people now use blogging as their 'job'. I don't have a problem with that. I remember the difference - why I started, the lovely fellowship of so many. Several of those 'tea time bloggers' don't come visiting any more! That's o.k., in the end - we all have to do what is best for us! I do appreciate you! Blessings,<br />KathyKathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07233644817711585678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-10235649647838853252018-03-03T12:16:53.641-05:002018-03-03T12:16:53.641-05:00Happy Birthday, Debbie! Yes, I remember that mile...Happy Birthday, Debbie! Yes, I remember that milestone and really don't know how I feel about the next one for me....happy to be alive, I hope!<br /><br />I'm just shy of my 8th year of blogging and agree with you on so many issues. There are only a handful of bloggers who have been with me since I first started. Several have quit the blogging game, but most have moved past that personal connection to "money-making" blogs and have grown so big they do not have time for a lot of us. It made me sad at first.....I really missed that personal connection, but I've since moved on to just staying connected with the few I still feel very in-tune with. I keep trying to change things up, because I don't want to bore anyone. Unlike you, I do enjoy some recipes thrown in here and there, and I share recipes sometimes....but I like to cook! Don't hate me....LOL! I, too, use to post a couple of times a week, but now it is more like a couple of times a month. I've also cut down on the number of blog parties I join in on....maybe 6. In the beginning, I was constantly watching to see how many followers I had, but I seldom even notice anymore. I totally agree with you on the pop-up ads....HATE, HATE, HATE the distraction. Another pet-peeve for me is the light colored text on so many blogs...very hard on "older" eyes! <br /><br />I'm glad you are going to continue blogging and doing it your way! <br />Hugs, CarolAn Oasis in the Deserthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03775583025686145582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-65401343639072064922018-03-03T10:01:29.156-05:002018-03-03T10:01:29.156-05:00Debbie, In the five years I've been blogging i...Debbie, In the five years I've been blogging it has changed immensely and not necessarily for the good. I don't blog for profit and never intend to do so. You make some great points about why you started blogging and I started for many of the same reasons. I too plan on continuing to blog but I've already cut back my blogging schedule. I do the Snickerdoodle link party and usually only one additional post a week. You are one of the most loyal party guests and you are appreciated. Thank you for sharing your thoughts at Snickerdoodle. So many of us are disappointed in the direction blogging has taken in the last few year. Sharon @ Blue Willow Househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12171466785015458506noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-10109754380724773552018-03-03T08:40:30.666-05:002018-03-03T08:40:30.666-05:00Thanks for sharing your thoughts about blogging - ...Thanks for sharing your thoughts about blogging - and the way it has evolved over the years. It made me take a look at my own to see how long I have been at it. It turns out my first blog post was January 8, 2009; so, I've been at it just a few weeks over 9 years. I did take a one year break with only sporadic postings because of a health issue. But, when I jumped back in, it was with both feet!<br /><br />For the most part, I agree with the things that you don't care for in blogging. I must admit to being guilty of a few of your pet peeves LOL. I scour the internet for photos to liven up my research stores, so I often use other people's photos. I have, on occasion, advertised a sale in my shop on my blog, but I don't make a big practice of mixing my blogging life with my life as an artist in the competitive world of retail art LOL. I have had, on occasion a guest blogger - but never for money...and not very often - maybe once a year. I also am not a fan of not-stop recipe posts - first of all, we LIVE on Mr. Atkin's diet and I can't have 90% of the recipes posted, and secondly, I also don't cook much so it doesn't make any difference if I COULD eat the recipes LOL. As my Jewish mother often repeats the OLD Jewish joke: what does a Jewish mother make for dinner? Reservations. <br />And yes - I'm Jewish and LOVE LOVE LOVE Christmas!!! I always say that nobody loves Christmas like a good renegade Jew...not to mention, no self-respecting Jew doesn't enjoy reason to redecorate once a year :P .<br />Happy Pink Saturday ... and Blog On!Tristan Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00372571059339403974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-48829731762555690632018-03-03T03:02:41.006-05:002018-03-03T03:02:41.006-05:00Congrats on both your birthday and your blogaversa...Congrats on both your birthday and your blogaversary Debbie. To be honest I'll miss your posts, so I'm glad you'll still be posting even though it won't be as much. It's been such a pleasure getting to know you as a person and all your family too. I cried when you posted that beautiful tribute to your Dad and when you shared your honest Mother's Day post. <br /><br />I'm no expert, but I think some people use their blogs as an online journal, like you my dear friend, and others treat blogging as a business. Both have a place in this world and both have different "rules". I too hate pop ups and loads of adverts, but I can totally understand why it's necessary. Many people aren't as lucky as we are to have full time jobs that take care of the monetary side of things and ads are their only source of income. Please look after yourself and I'll be following along all the way no matter how little you post. Sending love as alwaysA Crafty Mixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00908158708548749000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-8557276532746632772018-03-02T20:11:36.744-05:002018-03-02T20:11:36.744-05:00Robin,
Happy Birthday to you and yes, I do remembe...Robin,<br />Happy Birthday to you and yes, I do remember you!!! I wish you would start another blog and please let me know if you do!! I could not get in touch with you any other way so I am responding here.....Thanks so much for visit and for taking the time to comment on this post!!!<br />Hugs,<br />DebbieDebbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09393980831584145593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-58246746701874924412018-03-02T16:59:24.072-05:002018-03-02T16:59:24.072-05:00Debbie – Congratulations on the birthday and being...Debbie – Congratulations on the birthday and being a cancer survivor!! I started blogging not long after you did. You were one of the first blogs I followed because I loved your passion for Victorian elegance and decorating for every holiday and season. I agree about the pop-ups– so annoying. I already subscribe to the blogs I read regularly so why keep waving the invitation in my face every. single. time. I am more than willing to click on the little box in the sidebar to subscribe – just don’t hit me with it <br /><br /> One of the reasons I started blogging was to learn something new for myself. That I have!! That’s part of why I keep going, because I am still learning. I’ve become more selective about jumping on bandwagons for “new” though. I’m also a teacher type interested in a wide variety of “homemaking” topics. I want to share what I learn the with anyone who is looking for that information. When we moved across country a couple of years ago, I had to cut back posts. I have tons of pictures of so many projects, but not the time or energy to write new posts. I kept producing food posts because we still had to eat – and we were in the habit of taking pictures before we ate anyway! I’m planning to get back to the other topics, but for our life right now this is it. And that is part of the reason, I decided to keep blogging as a hobby, rather than a moneymaker. <br /><br />When I do get back a blog focus, I have considered reinstating some of the “old style” format, like the blog roll. That’s where I found you and some of the other great blogs I read today. Bottom line -- It’s okay to change. It’s good to take care of yourself. Celebrating traditions and connections enrich us all. Enjoy yourself. And I will look forward to your posts. Charlene@apinchofjoy.com<br />Charlene@APinchofJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15409730115634400018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-52945906117125818522018-03-02T15:23:21.682-05:002018-03-02T15:23:21.682-05:00Hi Peggy, I would love to see a blog about your li...Hi Peggy, I would love to see a blog about your little farm and your grands. My hubby and I have a dream of retiring to a small farm closer to our grandchildren and I'd love to see what you're doing. I would definitely read your blog!Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10952905562389837838noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-60262335484643940482018-03-02T15:05:18.040-05:002018-03-02T15:05:18.040-05:00Hi Fabby! I've missed visiting your blog. My...Hi Fabby! I've missed visiting your blog. My fault completely! But I have always loved your beautiful and unique table settings. <br />RobinfromCARobinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10952905562389837838noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-75567518187220120252018-03-02T15:00:40.501-05:002018-03-02T15:00:40.501-05:00Hi Debbie! It's me: RobinfromCA of the former...Hi Debbie! It's me: RobinfromCA of the former Miscellaneous Thoughts blog. I'm glad I stumbled into your new blog through Shabbyfufu! I have taken a lot of time off of blogging and am one of those who closed down my blog. I've thought about starting up again but with a different "flavor" this time around. Still with some home decor but also travels, outdoors, passions, and occasional musings about books or things I've learned. Like you, I miss the Linky Parties where you could see a variety of people posting and I get very tired of the food things too. I don't mind seeing photos posted from Pinterest if it is telling me something about the blogger. Also, there may be a link I'd like to follow. The pop-ups drive me crazy! I also just hit that 60 milestone. I don't feel 60 but the calendar says otherwise! I do hope you'll blog about whatever you do with your spring and summer garden. You've always been so creative with painting things unexpected colors and putting little surprises among the flowers. I will stop by again and I'll let you know if I change my blog status from "former" to up and running.Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10952905562389837838noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-35367848037476641642018-03-01T23:19:14.703-05:002018-03-01T23:19:14.703-05:00Wow Debbie I had no idea that you have been bloggi...Wow Debbie I had no idea that you have been blogging for so long. Congratulations on your blogoversary and on your birthday as well. I think that you should do what makes you happy. That should be the bottom line. There is no reason to impose anything on yourself. This should be an enjoyable activity. I find that when I lose that joy then it becomes too much of a job and it is really hard to create. Just continue at your own pace and enjoy what makes you happy. Mary K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17696218067214163344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-63064200328812613832018-03-01T10:05:11.594-05:002018-03-01T10:05:11.594-05:00Happy birthday! You are definitely a veteran blogg...Happy birthday! You are definitely a veteran blogger, and I appreciated "over hearing" your conversation with yourself about the struggles of the blogging life and why you've persevered.Michele Morinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814119096056835884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-37978887999402403002018-03-01T09:59:20.945-05:002018-03-01T09:59:20.945-05:00I started my blog in 2009, when a friend invited m...I started my blog in 2009, when a friend invited me to join her in a photo a day challenge ... and I'm still posting a photo most days. Happy Blogging Anniversary!Christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01887881304994719206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-44365648726199597702018-02-28T20:23:16.221-05:002018-02-28T20:23:16.221-05:00Peggy,
Thanks so much for visiting!! I could not ...Peggy,<br /> Thanks so much for visiting!! I could not get in touch with you any other way so I am respomding here..I encourage you to start a blog. You do not have to compete with anyone. Do as a personal journal of your progress on your farm which I wold love to see!! If you start one, please be sure to let me know so I can follow you!!! Thanks for your kind words!!!<br />Hugs,<br />DebDebbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09393980831584145593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-32049320542474361132018-02-28T18:39:27.200-05:002018-02-28T18:39:27.200-05:00Jennie,
I appreciate you taking the time to visit ...Jennie,<br />I appreciate you taking the time to visit and comment on this post. I DID try to get in touch with you so I could return the visit but I could not find any way to do so , so I am responding here.<br />Thank you for your truthfulness. Apparently you are an avid fan of the blog you mentioned and that is wonderful for you and the author of that blog which I AM familiar with and also a follower of! As I did mention in this post, this is my own personal opinion of how blogging has changed and the blog you speak of is actually NOT one of the blogs that I am speaking of. There are bloggers who advertise and do affiliations but do so in an unobtrusive manner and make the posts that they do their own by adding their own personal touch on it. And I do understand that some bloggers need to advertise for a source of income and use their blog as a way to receive free merchandise. And that is their own personal choice. Even though I do not need to do so now as I am still working and have a job that pays extremely well(I am and have always been the major bread winner), I may need an extra source of income once I retire even though I have planned extensively for mine and my husband's retirement. There are all different kinds of blogs out there to appeal to all different kinds of readers. There is something for everyone and it is everyone's own individual choice.....I just voiced my discontent at how blogging has changed over the years......<br />Hugs,<br />DebbieDebbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09393980831584145593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-27673356345244377292018-02-28T17:39:28.153-05:002018-02-28T17:39:28.153-05:00Debbie, happy Bogaversary and Birthday. 60 is a mi...Debbie, happy Bogaversary and Birthday. 60 is a milestone and I’m getting close. I did read your entire post. I found it as a link on Talk of the Town. My concern is that most of your dislikes occur on this particular blog, My Repurposed Life. I truly love the blog My Reppurposed Life because she doesn’t just deal with her life, but with her talent, kindness, and willingness to help us. Her house is changing one room at a time, through the affiliations with companies who not only advertise on her blog but also supply products for her to review. Unlike your blog which is a gentle look into your world, and it’s happenings (which is really lovely to read). My Repurposed Life is her life, her job and her business. It would be very boring if every blog was like yours or like Gail’s. We need a balance of good blogs. Some that are from when blogs were a person’s story, some that deal with how to, others that roll out 5 recipes a week. I do hope that your 700 followers find you once again to enjoy your writingAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13603334768411556019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-732937567911278742018-02-28T14:15:43.604-05:002018-02-28T14:15:43.604-05:00Well I am going to say AMEN to exactly what Nana D...Well I am going to say AMEN to exactly what Nana Diana said. I love what she said. Debbie, I realize everyone has their own style and technique. Some uses their blogs to make money. I had to ask myself recently, why did I even begin to blog? I only blog once a week as that Is truly all I have time for. I work part time outside the home but girl, on the days I am not at my job I work at home and I do like spending time with my precious grands, my man and have me a little me time. All that said, I cannot possibly blog daily. I began blogging because it was sorta like keeping a journal for me in which I have always been one to journal. It was a way to share my life which mainly consists of my family. I also loved getting ideas from others, making new friends as a few of my blogging friends has become so very precious in my life. I could write a book on this topic. But, I want to tell you how much I appreciate you being so transparent and yet truly not in an offensive way at all. I say to each their own. Thanks for keeping it real. Happy Belated birthday girl. Great gals born in February! LOL! Hugs and blessings, CindyCreations By Cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06652249357420269173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-64079808328104830052018-02-27T22:39:26.634-05:002018-02-27T22:39:26.634-05:00Debbie, I read every word you said & agree wit...Debbie, I read every word you said & agree with all of it even though I haven't been blogging nearly as long. There are many times I'm ready to throw in the towel. I get tired of all the ads and especially the competition among bloggers themselves to churn out DIY projects. That's not my gift at all. The gurus say not to blog about what YOU want to blog about, that you need to blog to answer a question, that it's not about you...blah blah blah. I'm with you, I want to blog about what I'm interested in & it may not be what the world is interested in. Social media makes me tired so I'm taking a hiatus from it. Girl, I say do what you wanna do! And happy belated birthday & blogger anniversary. https://www.vintagesouthernpicks.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06005937023577046274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539942105680988988.post-56625980525253692462018-02-26T21:43:55.510-05:002018-02-26T21:43:55.510-05:00Congrats on your eight-year blog anniversary. The ...Congrats on your eight-year blog anniversary. The only reason I blog is that it is one of my few creative outlets I have. I don't really one person or a 1,000 read it. It gives me a chance to create and share something. csuhpat1https://www.blogger.com/profile/12324673812333885120noreply@blogger.com