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Happy New Year everyone! It's not just a new year but today is my 11th blogging anniversary! It is hard to believe but I have been posting at least once a day since January 4, 2007. This is my 4,621st post! Over that time, I've learned many, many things ...

The Beading Gem's 11th Blogging Anniversary!  More Recent Articles The Beading Gem's 11th Blogging Anniversary! Happy New Year everyone!  It's not just a new year but today is my 11th blogging anniversary!  It is hard to believe but I have been posting at least once a day since January 4, 2007.  This is my 4,621st post! Over that time, I've learned many, many things and I always strive to improve.  I enjoy writing but I do not have any particular talent for it.  The American novelist, James Baldwin, once said :  "Talent is insignificant. I know a lot of talented ruins. Beyond talent lie all the usual words: discipline, love, luck, but, most of all, endurance." Right on!  The blog has endured because I am a disciplined blogger/writer. It is a lot of work but I love what I do and have a passion for jewelry making.  I have also had a lot of luck in attracting the wonderful readers who make up this community. I am also grateful for the other wonderful bloggers, Youtubers and designers who have shared their ideas and inspired us with their designs.  Many of you have been so kind to take the time and effort to let me know how much you enjoy this blog - believe me, your tips, emails and comments are what helps me keep going.  Just when I think perhaps the time has come to "retire", when an opportune message comes along! The revenue from ads and affiliate fees is also important, without which this blog will not exist. I depend on it to cover the behind the scenes costs I incur so this blog continues to be free for all.  I value your support! So what is it like to be a blogger who works at home?  The following cartoon by Hannah Hillam made me chuckle!  I do have 3 cats as co-workers.  I write not just at a desk but all over the house if I need a change of scene.  That is what laptops are for. I don't go unwashed but I often write in my bathrobe in the evenings.  But as you know, it is not all about writing. Check out this past post for a look at my studio. Via Be sure to comment often as this lets me know what YOU like so I can write more.  Have a happy and productive year ahead.  Before You Go: BG's 4th Anniversary | Favorite Google Searches  Blog Highlights - Funny and Strange Things People Search for on Google 5 Great Reasons Why Artists (Artisans) Should Write a Blog ______________________________ Original Post by THE BEADING GEM Jewelry Making Tips - Wire JewelryTips  -Jewelry Business Tips           Share Your Comment! Share Your Comment! Related Posts Book Review and Giveaway : Exquisite Stitching with Multi-Hole Beads Winner of Yoola Design's $92 Tutorial Giveaway Winner of the Lazee Daizee's Outer Limits Viking Knit and Beyond Book Giveaway   • Email to a friend • View comments • Track comments •   More Recent Articles Sweet Beaded Bell Earrings Tutorial Whimsical Mixed Metal Jewelry by River Path Studio Book Review and Giveaway : Exquisite Stitching with Multi-Hole Beads Stamping on Stainless Steel Flatware| Tips and Tricks Beaded Chevron Bracelet Tutorial has Inner Bead Layer A Dog Ate My Bracelet! Flat Bead Crochet Bracelet Tutorial Uses Double Sided Tape Inside!     Contact Me •Past Issues •Join This List •Unsubscribe     Click here to safely unsubscribe from "The Beading Gem's Journal." Click here to view mailing archives, here to change your preferences, or here to subscribe • Privacy Email subscriptions powered by FeedBlitz, LLC, 365 Boston Post Rd, Suite 123, Sudbury, MA 01776, USA.