2000 (Thoughts on a Blogging Milestone, Q &A)

Over the weekend, this little old blog reached the 2000 mark with "Followers" through Google Friend Connect. I find this shocking and also a bit humbling, considering my own family didn't show any particular interest in Serenity Now when I started out. I used to have to ask my mom to read a post or two. I wanted to share a little about blogging today, and also throw out a chance for a Q and A for those of you who have any questions for me.

I realize that there are lots of bloggers out there who start up, link to 2346 link parties, earn some features, and have twice the numbers I do in a matter of months. I also realize that a lot of bloggers are saying that those Followers numbers aren't a big deal any more, they don't matter, etc. etc.

I actually don't feel that way at all. While I certainly don't think that numbers and stats dictate how fabulous a blog is, I look at those little faces popping up on my sidebar as a means of encouragement. Every time I see a new number there with my "Fabulous Followers," I smile because it's one more person who thought my blog was worth more than a passing glance. 

I don't share big room makeovers or projects every week (Thanks, Monsieur Economy, for everything.) and I limit the number of blog parties I participate in. There haven't been many projects up lately because I've been busy with some behind-the-scenes work and keeping up with Fall activities. I've grown this blog through consistent posting, making connections with readers, and being myself. 

If you're a new blogger, I encourage you to do the same. With the holidays approaching, it can be very tempting to stress yourself out over tossing out big posts every day to draw new readers in. It can be tempting to compare yourself to more successful sites with bigger numbers. It can be tempting to spend too much time on the computer. Believe me, I've been there. I challenge you to let yourself relax a little over the next few months and savor your time with family and friends. If you have a great idea for a post, go with it. But don't let the business of blogging get you down!

That said, I do want to thank every single one of you who took the time to click that little blue "Follow this site" button on my sidebar. Seeing those cute little faces is a great reminder that even if people spend more time Pinning than commenting these days, there are readers out there who care enough to stop in now and then.

I feel like I've been pretty open, but here are a few things you might not know about me:

1. I hate waiting my turn.

2. I cheat at mini golf (see #1).

3. When I was a kid, I used to practice my smile in the mirror in case I should ever act on a sitcom and they might need a cute shot of me for the opening credits. (true story)

4. I have never tried sushi.

So...do you have any questions for me? 2000 Followers and 3 years later...I'm sure there are some stones unturned around here. Any questions about me, being a mom, projects I've done, blogging, pet peeves, etc? I'll try to do another post with answers, so don't leave me hanging! {crickets chirping}