New Day
Posted on May 26, 2008 - Filed Under Blogging, Dear Readers..., adventure
Two weeks ago, I really began to think seriously about self-hosting. Though the idea had come up many times, I’d always pushed it to the back of my mind and left it there to be considered for another day.
Recent events in my personal life have made me realize that life is just too damn short and that some things just shouldn’t be put off. About three days ago, I just decided it was time and from the point of that decision to having a new blog was nothing short of magical. It was so fast it seemed almost instant. And so it was.
Many thank you’s are in order and most especially go to my good, good friends Moe and Kelly who literally had this blog up in 24 hours. They are utter magicians and I am in awe of their generosity, love, caring and mad skilz. I simply couldn’t have done it without you guys. Had I tried to take this on myself it would probably be months before I had it all figured out and then weeks before I’d have the nerve to open the doors. Yet, with your help - it’s been pretty fricking close to effortless. I love you guys, I know you know that but I wanted to say that publically so there was no mistake. You two rawk!
Of course, there’s also the wonderful Michael, my original blog mentor and dear friend of many years. Without you, I’d never have started blogging in the first place and anything that’s come out of it, I have you largely to thank.
Then of course, there is all of you guys. My friends, my readers, my debaters, my challengers, my buddies. You’ve delighted me with your own special views of the world, your intelligence, your wit, your charm, your humor and your heart. I hope you find the new place to your liking.
I’m still the same old WC - the stupid posts, the jokes, the deep-think stuff, the silly stuff, will all still be happening here. Hopefully better. Hopefully the best is yet to come. Hopefully, new horizons will be met. Hopefully, I’ll stop sounding so mushy…soon.
So, grab a chair, a cup of coffee or a margarita - get yakking with each other, look around - stay awhile. Don’t forget to update the link to the new address. The old writer chick will stay online for some while to come, until everything is tweaked, changed over and updated - so you can still find me that way too.
Anyway, I guess it’s time to quit blathering and get back to work. Thanks again, for everything to everyone. Love you madly.
Annie
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Hey, this is very nice.
i knew this day was coming.
Good for you, Annie!
~christine
Hey chica-Chica!
Everyone seems to have known but me. Figures, I’m always the last to know anything. Glad you like it - stick around, have some coffee and a muffin.
A
Hi Annie,
WOW…it is absolutely beautiful here! I think I’ll grab a beer and stay for a while. Heh.
Congratulations!
Hey 2LD! Woo- hoo - have some chips and dip too, while you’re at it.
Annie
Looks real purty honey!
My thanks for your kind words…I got all teary knowing another baby has been born
Know that I’m so happy for you, and that I really think this place is just “you” Given that was the object of the excercise, I’m a happy smiling little vegemite today.
Enjoy your new home honey…the pleasure has been all mine..I love to see people happy and smiling, so any effort, which has been small really, has been more than worth it my sweet.
Consider it an erlay Chrissie present, or a belated birthday present. Either is fine by me
Cheers
Moe
Well darlin’ it’s been one hell of a week - and lots of tears have been traded back and forth. I think it is ‘me’ which is nice. Knee deep in other research for the new house - it’s a lot to take in - but it’s a good thing. You really are too good to me.
Love ya,
Annie
How nice! Lucky duck, you are!
Love the banner, too.
Hey Babycakes! Thanks for coming on over - she’s purty, ain’t she? I bet I could find you an awesome red theme. Hehe.
Annie
Hi Annie.
Well I haven’t really got a clue what hosting and all that ‘carry on’ means. All this kinda blog stuff goes over my head a bit. I will try to learn.. This house is really nice, I love the blue and what an excellent picture of the sunshine.
Sunshine and Smiles.
Diane x
I always want to feel the warmth from Annie’s Sunbeam’s. Hehe!!
Oh yay, you found your way here. Goodo! Thanks, Di - you’re a love.
Annie
Love what you’ve done with the place! So purty. Love that banner. It feels happy. Here’s to you and your new beginning, Annie. Cheers!
Hey 30!
Thanks for coming by - I’m in love with that banner - something about it…
Tis exciting - we’ll see what happens.
Love,
Annie
Yay! We are all going .com self hosting….Annie…where did you and M find these beautiful themes…they are just perfect for both of you. I’m so excited to step into your new home. I’ll change the url…
Congrats and Love,
Ali
Oh Ali,
You’re so funny. I found this theme in some monster a thousand and one free wordpress themes (I’ll send you the link if you want it) I think it was number 587…
Yes, please do change the url - meanwhile, I’m still trying to figure out how to fix it so my old wordpress url doesn’t show up when I comment. Still lots to learn.
Hugs,
Annie
Oh, Annie. This place is absolutely beautiful.
I wish you much luck here in your new home.
No thanks needed, but you are totally welcome.
I may have introduced you to blogging but the rest is all writer chick, kiddo. So glad we have friends like Moe and Kell, huh?
Thank Kell for that one.
Best wishes for an awesome year of blogging (for both of us)
{{{{hugs}}}}
~m
LOL Mikey - can you tell I love blue? Our Aussie connection is amazing isn’t it - who knew Cream Boogers would lead to this? Not, I. Glad you like the place - get comfy - grab a Guinness and have some fun.
Hugs,
Annie
Welcome to the big kids table Annie! you can stay up as late as you want, decorate like you want and generally just DO what you want…..I hope you embrace through your writing the doors that have just been opened for you….
BTW, you are most welcome
Least I could do considering I been the suckiest blogger and blog reader in history over the last few months. Just my way of saying that no matter what, you are always in my thoughts and will always bring the word FRIEND to mind…
Lotsa luv,
Kelly
Well Kel,
Maybe some extra napkins for the time being?
I may be at the big kid’s table but I still haven’t figured out how not to spill gravy all over my nice new party dress.
Yep, it’s a new adventure and I think it may lead to some interesting places.
As I’ve said before you are the peachiest of peaches and the dearest of friends. Thanks so much, simply couldn’t have done it without you. Period.
Love,
Annie
This is tres cool. Annie, I love your new home. Your banner is so inviting, so you. Actually seems more like a homecoming than a house warming. This new blog is where you belong. Very well done and getting it up so fast is rather remarkable too. The url “writerchicktalks” couldn’t be better. You’re going to have lots of friends over here all the time. I can just tell!
~ PG
Hey PG!
Thanks for coming by - I love it too. And you’re right maybe it is more of a homecoming than a house warming - whatever it is, I’m liking it quite a lot. When are you going to get back in the game? You really should, we miss your voice.
Love,
Annie
Wow, and welcome to your new home, it looks fantastic. Hope you really enjoy having your own self hosted blog. I’ll be back for sure.
Now, Anonymum said you hid the booze, so I’m going looking for it, I’ll be back later. Later of course determined by whether I find the booze or not, and if so how much I partake of. Mmmm nice dips too, and great blog warming party
Well hey Gem!
Wow, thanks for coming all the way from Oz - I’m touched.
The booze is just under the blogroll and to the right of the stat counter - see that sparkle there? Have at it - but no strip teases til after noon.
Annie
Oh wow! They did it again!
Congrats Annie, on a beautiful new baby, cause lets face it, that’s really what this is like, only the labour is less painful. I didn’t say easier, just less painful! This place is so you and so perfectly perfect!
I’m off with Gemisht to find the booze…….
Hey Sweetie Pie!
Glad you like the new place and hope you’ll come by for coffee, often.
See below for instructions on finding the booze.
Love
Annie
Annie, Looking great! I like your new digs. You are soooo talented.
Respectfully,
Bosun
Hey Bosun!
Wow, thanks for making the trip. Listen, somewhere along the line, I’ve lost your url - please send it to me. Ooops, there it it. Yay.
Annie
Love the design, Writer Chick.
I’ll be updating my rss reader.
Congrats on self-hosting.
Hey Matt!
Thanks for coming by - glad you like the place. Yes, please do update the url - this is my permanent home from here on out. Great to see you here.
Annie
Yay! It’s really great Annie… and the muffins are just delicious, did you make them yourself?
Hey Cutie!
This is fun, eh? When are you going to do it? Eh?
A-yup, I surely did make those muffins - secret recipe.
Annie xo
Hi WC,
COOL!!!!!
the Grit
Hey Grit!
I know! LOL.
Annie
WC: Nice work and thanks for the invite to the “grand opening”! Congratulations!
- JOS
Hey JOS,
Thanks for coming by - glad you could make it. I hope you’ll come back. Hopefully, I have some good things in store.
WC
So happy for you, Annie! Maybe I’ll do a better job of visiting THIS site, eh? I certainly would like to - you always have such great things to say (just gotta get all these wedding plans out of the way first… only 2 and a half more weeks
Congrats!
Debi
Hey Debs!
I’m so happy you could come by. Oh yes, the wedding - wow, that’s so close. Hope it’s beautiful and I know it will be. Send me some pics, have a great honey moon and when the dust has settled, you have to get back to blogging - you’re too good not to be blogging. Seriously.
Hugs,
Annie
Wow! I’m loving the new digs, Annie! It really is nice and cozy over here. Don’t mind if I stay a while.
I love the hearts in the banner picture. What a pretty image. I hope your new home gives you many years of wonderful posts and bloggy interactions, my dear. Congratulations and hugs to you!
Hey Teens!
I guess we’re all jumping on the self-hosting boat, eh? It is fun and I love it here. We’ll definitely have some seriously fun bloggy moments - oh yeah!
Love
Annie
it is just so beautiful here … such a lovely lovely transition
Aw, D, thanks. You and I we love the blue, don’t we? Thanks for coming by, honey, hope you’ll come back.
Annie
Hey girlie! I’m so happy for you!!!! I know this is a long time coming. Enjoy!
The place is gorgeous. WELL DONE, my friend, WELL DONE!
Thanks, honey. I love it too - should be some interesting adventures to come, eh?
Hugs,
Annie
Beautiful new place, Annie! I hope you’re very happy in your new home. I’ve been thinking about the self-hosting thing, but it seems so intimidating– it’ll be very interesting to read of your progress. In the meantime, the banner’s lovely, the design is fantastic, and it’s very cozy in here. The margaritas aren’t too bad either.
Hey Queenie!
So good to see you again - I know I’ve been a bad blogger and not been by for a visit - but after things settle down, I promise to catch up.
The self-hosting thing does seem intimidating - unless you have some knowledgeable friends who can help out - if I hadn’t - I’d never have gotten here on my own.
Oooh, glad you like the Maggies, my own special recipe and try the guacamole while you’re at it.
Annie
Nice place! I wouldn’t have a clue how to do this. I love the banner.
I will toast your new diggs with a glass of water. It’s all I’ve got. Too many weight watchers points for alcohol.
Self hosting is wicked cool. Maybe someday for me.
I have to go update your link or I’ll forget. I’ll be back, of course, to enjoy this welcoming home.
Thanks Joan! I understand about the water, really I should be drinking the same. It is wicked cool - I’ve only just started to see what can be done - I’ll try to keep y’all updated on what I learn.
Annie
*Pokes head in the door*
Sorry I’m a little late, but I brought along some treats!
Your new place is great. I’m feeling a little jealous with all the new places going up outside of the Wordpress neighborhood.
I’m glad to see the road is still open so to speak!
You have been such a dear to me, I hope you enjoy every single moment of the new place.
Hey Cowgal!
Come on in and set a spell!
Don’t feel jealous, just start self-hosting - really we’re not outside the wordpress neighborhood that much - both Mikey and I are using wordpress software and themes - we’re just not on their domain anymore. Kind of like buying your own condo instead of renting. Though, there’s a lot more to do and understand but then a lot more freedom too. I think you’d love it.
Annie
PS: mmmm, thanks for the treats.
Hey, this party is rockin’. Looks like this is the new place to be in town. It’s great. Well done Annie, and all your helpers. I’m thinking Kelly and Moe should be setting up shop by now.
Hey Hilary!
Something tells me there’d be a future in it for them. Thanks for joining the party - good to see you here.
Yes, you’d think they’d have set up shop by now, wouldn’t you?
Annie
Love the new spot. I’ll be over to visit frequently.
Mrs. V
Hi Mrs. V!
Wow, thanks - it’s all so new…lol…don’t quite know what to do with myself.
WC
Oh lawdy, the margarita sounds good right now, but I don’t think I should be drinking that at work
heee-heeee! Love the new blog addy and set up, it’s so pretty! I’m really happy for you. Of course the writing at your old place was yours but this must feel more so like it- you own these digs it girl! Good for you! Happy Blogging to you!
LOL - yeah, maybe we should wait on the margaritas until you’re through with work. Don’t want that grumpy person to get her panties in a twist, do we?
You’re right, there is a different sense of ownership about this place - I don’t have to think about whether I can or should do something or write something - hard to describe - but it is a great feeling.
Hugs,
Annie
What a beautiful creation
Just like you…..
hugs!
Gracie!
Aw, thanks honey. But you’re the beautious one.
A
Annie, this is a beautiful site..I am so happy for ya..I love the banner..It is gorgeous! It makes me think of being free and full of life, playful and enjoying the moment, Much like Annie..yes?
You deserve this space. Sorry I have not been around for awhile, the last 2 weeks have been kind of rough..but am on the mend slowly and surely.
Love and lots and lots of hugs to you..:)
Angie
Thanks, sweetie, I’m so glad you like it. I’m sorry to hear that you’ve had a rough couple of weeks. Email me and tell me what’s up.
Hugs,
Annie
I always knew your blog was moving. (Pun!)
Hehehehe - you so funny.
Annie
Hey Annie,
just a quick note to congratulate you one your new home. It looks fantastic and I am really happy for you.
I will come back later, promise.
(I’m off to Europe to surprise my little Sis for her 30th BD party, can’t put it on my blog as she will see it, so goodbye for now, will be back June 9).
Bighugaveryhappyforyournewcoolwebsite
Spaz
Hey Spaz!
Wow that is so cool that you are going to suprise your sister. I hope you have a great time. See you when you get back.
Hugs,
Annie
Hello, friend.
i am checking in on you.
i hope all is well.
Hello Chica Chica -
Thanks for thinking of me - it’s been as far from normal as it can get but I find if I try to just go one day at a time it’s a bit easier. I will be back home soon enough and maybe then, I can gather my thoughts.
Hugs,
Annie
Hi Annie! Sorry I’m a bit late, but congrats. Your new site looks wonderful; I love the header and I know self-hosting is going to suit you perfectly. And finally you can do something about those damn splogs! Here’s to the future; I’m sure it’ll be a bright one.
Aw thanks, CJ - I hope it is the start of something new and exciting. Here’s hoping.
Annie