Thursday, September 6, 2012

Milestone: 2nd Blogiversary

Exactly two years...794 posts...and 578,804 pages hits ago, I decided it might be fun to start a blog. I had no idea what maintaining a daily blog entailed or if I'd even have any readers, nor did I know how much I would enjoy writing about mid-century design and growing up "back in the day," how much I would learn by researching the posts or how many wonderful people I would get to know, both locally and around the world.

Today I'm celebrating my second blogiversary, but I'm also celebrating you, my fantastically loyal readers. So settle back, catch up on a few back posts that you've never read before and help yourself to a piece of birthday cake.

And...I don't know if you've noticed how close I am to having 450 followers, but if you read the blog regularly and have been meaning to become an official Google follower but just haven't gotten around to it yet, you could make me really happy by helping me reach another milestone today. How cool would that be?


Birthday tutu, with a little photo editing by me
etsy.com - TuTuCutieBowtique

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26 comments:

  1. DonnaSeptember 6, 2012 at 12:48 AM

    Happy Blogiversary Dana!! xx

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:04 AM

      Thanks so much, Donna! I'm so lucky to have readers like you. :)

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  2. KylieSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:49 AM

    Congratulations Dana, it's easy to be loyal to a fab and interesting blog like yours.
    Thank you for writing it, every time I read a post I learn something new.
    578 804 page hits and almost 450 followers can't be wrong!
    x

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:21 AM

      Thanks, Kylie! Just about every time I post, I learn something new too. :) I'm always glad to see that you've stopped by.

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  3. PippaSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:07 AM

    Congrats Dana, a great achievement but where's the champagne? I will send you Frances' best to enjoy with your cake!
    Psst... Can I have another slice it's very good!

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:22 AM

      Thanks, Pippa! I'll trade you all the cake you can eat for that bubbly! Your comments always make me smile.

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  4. MakeminemidcenturySeptember 6, 2012 at 2:56 AM

    Happy blogiversary, Dana. Yours is one of my favourite blogs. You always have such interesting posts, are so generous and genuine with your comments. Your knowledge of mc is huge. I have to get off the bus now. Xoxoxo

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:23 AM

      Thanks, Carmel. I feel the same way about your blog and your comments...and I'm glad you didn't miss your bus stop! :)

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  5. SudhaSeptember 6, 2012 at 3:03 AM

    wishing mid2mod/blog a very happy bday..and wishes to you for bringing us even more posts to devour

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:24 AM

      Thank you, Sudha! I know you have lots going on in your life right now, and I hope to see more of you soon.

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  6. Ton S. September 6, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Cheers on your second year, Dana! Mid2mod has come a long way, thanks to your dedication and creativity.

    Your tutu giveaway doesn't interest me, though. ( :

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:27 AM

      Thanks, Ton. But are you sure I can't interest you in the tutu, even if I threw in a typewriter to sweeten the deal? I bet you'd be adorable in it...haha Thanks for coming around so often and for instilling in me a fascination for the typosphere. I'll eventually join your ranks, when I find just the right machine.

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  7. DearHelenHartmanSeptember 6, 2012 at 8:39 AM

    Happy BLOG DAY to YOU! Daily posts? Just thinking of it makes me tired but you do it so well. I have never thought - oh, she's running thin on material. It's always always fun to pop in here. Congrats!

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:29 AM

      Thanks, Annie! Believe me, there are days I'm not sure I can come up with anything to say...but being the big talker that I am, I usually rally...LOL It's always fun to have you stop by and to visit your blog for a great laugh.

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  8. VikiSeptember 6, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    Congrats Dana, your blog is a delight to read and you are doing a great job educating us all about mid-century design:)

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:31 AM

      Thanks, Viki! I'm so glad you enjoy the blog and find the information useful. Boy, have I learned a lot that I didn't know about mid-century design and designers by writing this thing! :)

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  9. A Modern LineSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    Congrats on the well deserved success of your blog! Always a pleasure to read! Keep up the great writing...

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 12:00 PM

      Thanks, Dave! I always learn something from your blog, and I always appreciate your comments here and on the FB page!

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  10. Stacey@aGoodehouseSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    Congrats Dana! I'm so happy to be a follower. It's always a pleasure and a learning experience when I visit. You have a great ability to mix things up and always keep us coming back for more. From personal to historical...it's always fun. My love and appreciation for modern design has grown even more thanks to you. Keep up the great work (because although it's fun... sometimes it's "work") and HAPPY BLOG-IVERSARY!

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 12:02 PM

      Thanks, Stacey! I'm so happy that we found each others' blogs, because we share so many of the same passions. One of these days we'll meet in person...I'm sure of it.

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  11. The Thrifty Picker - RachaelSeptember 6, 2012 at 12:03 PM

    Happy Blogiversary Dana! You do a fantastic job! Your posts are both educational and a joy to read :)

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:58 PM

      Thanks, Rachael! I'm so glad you find the blog helpful and fun to read, because you are a thrifter extraordinaire, and you really know your stuff! Thanks for all your support.

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  12. Vintage CoconutSeptember 6, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    Happy Blogiversary Dana!! *wooohoo* *woohoo*
    I will surely have a piece of that bright cake. *hehe*

    CONGRATULATIONS

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:59 PM

      Thanks, Mel! You're so cute and bubbly. I always love it when you comment. Take an extra piece of cake home to Mr. Coco! :)

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  13. UnknownSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:34 PM

    Well, happy blog-born-day. Very cool. If my calculations are correct, a post per day, right? You are amazing! I have been very much enjoying your blog... furniture and architecture. And your comments too. I really appreciate it your partnership out in the blog-o-sphere and on mid-century! Yay!

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:42 PM

      Thanks, Rebecca! Yep, a post a day, plus 64 thrown in at odd times. I haven't missed a day since I started. Fortunately, sometimes I have posts written and scheduled a week or two ahead, so even when I've been sick, something goes up on the blog. I'm glad you are finding things you enjoy here, because I very much enjoy your blog and having you as a reader of mine.

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