Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Why My Blog Rocks!

My Blog Rocks Party

I try to appear confident on the outside, but on the inside I’m insecure and a bundle of nerves. Writing this post makes me nervous, but here I go!

Amanda at Serenity Now for Amanda had a great idea this week – a party for all of the bloggers not going to Blissdom. Honestly, I really don’t even know exactly what Blissdom is. I just know a lot of bloggers have been talking about going. Never-the-less, I’m always up for a party!

Now I’m going to tell you why My Blog Rocks. I hope you’ll agree and want to come back for another visit.

Rocking Reason One

I love to craft and if I make something I try to show how I did it so that others can do the same thing. I usually can’t come up with the idea, but I sure can copy!

My recent favorites are:

The “S” I did for our front door for Christmas made me happy every day for a month.

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We burned these salted candles until they caught on fire late one night.

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These pretty cards didn’t cost a penny to make!

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Rocking Reason Two

I love to cook and especially love to try new recipes. I share the ones that I think others will enjoy and I also enjoy sharing my tried and true recipes.

Recently I shared Beer Cheese Spread and Game Day Chili. These would be perfect for Super Bowl Sunday.

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Rocking Reason Three

There’s always a project going on at the Sweet Pea casa. Right now we are putting in a new driveway and I’m documenting the project along the way.

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I’m also documenting the progress on my Mom’s Walnut Avenue home. I haven’t been there in a few months and I can’t wait to go again to see what she’s accomplished.

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Rocking Reason Four

I love to decorate seasonally. It’s fun to collect seasonal decorations and use them in new ways from year to year. I enjoy sharing my decorations on my blog.

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Rocking Reason Five

I love flowers, love to garden, and love to share pictures of what I grow.

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I did it! I came up with five reasons why my blog rocks and do you know what? I really do think it rocks. Please visit again soon and be sure to check out all the links at Amanda’s party.

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25 comments:

  1. southerninspirationFebruary 3, 2010 at 10:59 PM

    Your blog DOES rock, Paula.....you're always up to something interesting!

    Suzanne

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  2. Amanda @ Serenity NowFebruary 3, 2010 at 11:05 PM

    Hugs to you, Paula!! I think so many of us are much more insecure than we let on. You are not alone. :)

    You did a great job with your list. For me, your blog rocks b/c you always have a fun project going on...whether it's a recipe, a craft, or sharing how you decorated a room. I love it. One of my favorite things here is when you follow your mom's progress on Walnut Avenue. Fun!

    Thank you so much for linking up!!! :)

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  3. PatriciaFebruary 3, 2010 at 11:58 PM

    i am new to you and your blog but i have to echo amanda and suzanne... your blog rocks!!! you are so creative and a joy to read and to see all your goodies!
    many blessings
    patricia

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  4. Lamp TrampFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:35 AM

    Rock on, Paula! I love you and your blog because you are honest and sincere. And I love all the great and beautiful projects you do. Can't wait to see more of your driveway and Mom's lovely home!
    Have a beautiful day!
    xoxo!

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  5. MelissaFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:51 AM

    I'm visiting through Amanda's party, and this is my first time here. I like your list and the photos you included! The "S" door hanging is really pretty!

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  6. Melissa MillerFebruary 4, 2010 at 10:34 AM

    You and your blog do ROCK Paula! Horray! I've been reading it for well over a year now. Great job!

    Love the "S" wreath. Pretty!

    ~Blessings, ~Melissa :)

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  7. WendyFebruary 4, 2010 at 12:48 PM

    You have an awesome rockin blog. I'm so happy to see the faux choc. bunny!!! I love all your creative ideas and also the recipe you share.
    smiles,
    Wendy

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  8. Wendy (The Local Cook)February 4, 2010 at 1:15 PM

    Visiting through Amanda's party, and I'm glad I found your blog! I've added you to my reader - you really do rock!

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  9. BabiesandBargainsFebruary 4, 2010 at 1:37 PM

    I love home blogs...but getting to see 2 houses in one blog... Im excited to follow along on your journey :)

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  10. Pam @ bibbidi-bobbidi-beautifulFebruary 4, 2010 at 2:06 PM

    Hi! I'm stopping over from Amanda's. Your blog totally rocks! I'm so in love with your christmas "s"! I wish my last initial was formed in one continuous line. Maybe I could still make an "f"? Anyway, nice to meet you!

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  11. HollyFebruary 4, 2010 at 2:12 PM

    I'm new to your blog (from Amanda's party) and I like what I see! Beautiful flowers, BTW.
    I'm going to keep looking.

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  12. ::cottage instincts::February 4, 2010 at 2:53 PM

    Rock the house. Yep. I agree, you run a rockin' blog over here. And I want your house. And/or your mom's house. Just let me know when I can head over and pick them up.

    thanks.

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  13. Confessions From A Work-At-Home MomFebruary 4, 2010 at 2:55 PM

    Do NOT, I repeat, NOT feel nervous at all-- your blog DOES rock!

    I'm especially impressed with that holiday-decoration in the shape of an "S"-- that is awesome. I also love that your home is always in the state of "progress"-- that was my place for a long time, and now that everything is finished, I'm itching to start something new (scratch that: I'm itching for DH to start something new!!!).

    ~Elizabeth
    Confessions From A Working Mom

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  14. Sugar BearFebruary 4, 2010 at 3:29 PM

    Hi! Stopping in from Amandas Party...that beer dip looks amazing..wish I could reach through the screen and dip dip dip!
    Rockin blog...I'll be back!

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  15. XazminFebruary 4, 2010 at 3:37 PM

    Those are definitely great reasons to bring me back! Nice to "meet" you!

    Can't wait to snoop around some more!

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  16. JulieFebruary 4, 2010 at 3:49 PM

    Great Blog!! Thanks for stopping by my blog today!

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  17. Keetha BroylesFebruary 4, 2010 at 5:09 PM

    I want to EAT your Rockin' Reason #4 - - - well, the chocolate bunny in it anyway!

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  18. Richella ParhamFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:27 PM

    Your blog really does rock! What a beautiful place you have here! :)

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  19. StellaFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:41 PM

    Sounds like five good reasons to come by and see what you are doing this week. Way to go.

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  20. 9405018--PatFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:44 PM

    Yes your Blog rock,love it...thanks for sharing..Pat H

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  21. FrouFrouBritchesFebruary 4, 2010 at 10:16 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog. You have a great blog! I am so impressed with your gardening. I kill everything! I have a black thumb! I've got to try that cheese/beer dip! Sounds GREAT!

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  22. SandraFebruary 4, 2010 at 11:46 PM

    I do love your blog, and it does Rock!! Love the pics and can't wait to see more in the future!! xoxo

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  23. Wendy @ Ramblings from the Sunshine StateFebruary 5, 2010 at 10:58 PM

    Great blog! :) I love that S! Too bad a B would probably be too hard, lol. The candles are really great, too!.

    Im visiting from Amanda's party!

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  24. DontSayHurryFebruary 5, 2010 at 11:30 PM

    Hi there Paula... this is CJ from The Mommy Blog. Your blog looks so clean and you look like a clean n crafty person. I'd say your blog rocks! What I want to know is how do you store and organize all those crafts??

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  25. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2010 at 4:23 PM

    Your blog does rock!!

    I love the pictures. You make everything look so clear and do-able.

    You have the best ideas.

    Lorrie :)

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