Saturday, October 20, 2012

Blogging Brings Friendships

When I began blogging 2 years ago I had no idea how many friends would come into my life - and to me, it's the jackpot of it all.  Most of the friends I'll never get to see in "real life" -- but a few of them actually live close enough to meet for lunch occasionally.  Which is what we did yesterday!  Gracie is on the right, she writes the blog called One Saylor's Log and Betsy is on the left, she writes The Simple Life of a Queen. We met at the Claim Jumper and took up residence in a comfy booth where we chatted away for 3 hours!  Betsy is a new grandmother of a darling little girl, she had lots of photos to show us on her iPhone.  It's so fun to chat with friends who understand the whole blogging thing.
Gracie made the pumpkin above using my pattern, but she kept going and made this big beautiful squishy pumpkin.. isn't it neat?  Gracie also gifted Betsy and I with one of her hand braided friendship bracelets!  She always has a little gift when we meet, she's so thoughtful and generous.   
The receptionist got called to service as a photographer and took this photo for us.   
One of my blog friends announced the arrival of her new adopted baby girl, I'm so happy for her.  She's Alicia from Posie Gets Cozy.  So far she's gotten 2500 comments from her readers, welcoming the new baby!  I'm so excited for her and her husband, Andy!

Today we're getting packed up again to head to the beach for Dayle's 65th birthday.  We have a space right on the ocean for our 30 foot trailer.  Buddy will be with us.  I will share some photos with you soon.  Thanks for visiting and thanks for the sweet comments.  Dayle and I enjoy you all so much!  ((hugs)), Teresa :-) 

23 comments:

  1. Thank you for another wonderful visit, Teresa(: I am still smiling remembering. I hope your time at the beach is joyful! Happy birthday in advance, Dayle!! [Have fun chasing the waves, Buddy!!!] xxx from Gracie

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  2. Hi Teresa! What a lovely time I had yesterday! Thank you for the advice and friendship you offered to me. I'm looking forward to the next time we can all get together again.

    Have a wonderful time at the coast and think of me. :-)

    Blessings,
    Betsy
    Http://Betsy-thesimplelifeofaqueen.blogspot.com

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  3. Hello Teresa I saw your photo on Gracie's blog - so lovely of you all. It's wonderful hw you have been able to meet up with each other. Hope you have a lovely, lovely time away for Dayle's birthday. Sure Buddy will have a wonderful time as well. Anne x

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  4. Awww...Mrs. Teresa what a lovely time! So nice you have met new friends through blogging.

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  5. Blogging brings out the best in everyone doesn't it Teresa. I too am amazed at the friends I have met over the last 2 years and you are one of them ;0) Enjoy Dayle's birthday trip,
    Jane x

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  6. Looking great ladies! I would love to come for a natter. You never know one day I might just turn up on your doorstep. xxx

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  7. So nice you have blogging friends you can get together with. I also follow Betsy on her Simple Life of a Queen blog. I love those friendship bracelets. You are wearing that beautiful new shawl you made. Very nice. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

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  8. Have a wonderful, safe trip Teresa ...... and happy birthday Dayle. Xoxoxox

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  9. What a fun post! You are, indeed, blessed! And I LOVE the photo of the three of you! And how sweet are those bracelets? Surprises are so much fun. Have a wonderful celebration of the birthday! Hugs, Annette

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  10. Great times with great friends are the best!

    Have a wonderful time celebrating Dayle's birthday.

    Helenxx

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  11. How nice to be able to spend time with friends who blog and are close enough to get together with for a visit. Happy Birthday to Dayle, and you have a safe trip.
    Susanne :)

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  12. What fun!! getting together with friends is the best even better, Blogging Friends! The picture of all three of you is so sweet and your shawl is gorgeous on you!!!! Have fun on yet another adventure. You and Dayle are always on the move sometimes it's hard to keep up with you. Have fun again and can't wait to see photos! love Shari!

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  13. Isn't it just great to get meet some of our blogging friends!! I wish I could have lunch with you and Gracie! I have not visited the other blog, but I will now.
    I am so tired, I am seeing double, so I better sign off.
    Hugs,
    Kris

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  14. You all look so happy being together and I do love blogland myself.
    Not many follow mine but I have a lot of readers and ones who comment
    and you do build a bond from a distance. Nice to travel all over the world
    without even leaving home lol.
    wendy xo

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  15. Meeting with blog friends is such a wonderful thing. I've had the opportunity to meet with a couple -- one in the States and one who had traveled from Switzerland to Dubai (and is now living there). It's like meeting up with old, treasures friends. So fun! Happy birthday to Dayle! Have a great celebration. So glad to hear that Alicia and Andy finally got their little one. Best wishes, Tammy

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  16. How wonderful that you have gotten to meet some of your blogging friends in person. I see you are wearing that great shawl you made. I bought the pattern, and I hope to get started on one sometime this winter. Now I'm off to check out their blogs!

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  17. Isn't that wonderful!! I'm so happy you enjoyed and had a lot of fun with your friends!! Wish I could meet some of my bloggy friends in person! :)
    Hugs to you,
    LS

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  18. Isn't it nice that you can meet some of your blogging friends in person! You three make a nice looking trio!

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  19. Looks a real nice time for you and your friends! ~Hugs, Patti

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  20. I love the picture of the three of you but next time I hope i can meet you all also! I live in happy valley really close to claim jumper :) I'm so glad you got to meet and spend some time together ... Love that you were wearing your new shawl ...really in style!

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  21. How lovely that you can meet up with your blogging friends! Happy Birthday to Dayle, and wishing you both a wonderful trip!
    Helen x

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  22. Have fun at the beach and enjoy all your "new" places!

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  23. Aren't you gals the cutest. What a fun place to lunch. We have that here and their chicken pot pies are too die for. But, too die for not on this gals diet. Love the hat and shawl. You're styln' now.

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