FABULOUS AT 50!

No, it's not my birthday........IT'S MY 50TH POST DAY! Here are 50 reasons why I'm glad I started this blog:

1. Christie at My Life-A Work in Progress and Funeral for My Fat Pants and Chatterbox Reviews
2. Stesha at Hot Chocolate Caramel Mocha
3. From the desk of me...at How Full is Your Bucket?
4. Pecanglo at Help! I really want to blog!
5. Puanani at Luscious Deals
6. Pamela at Aunt Pam's Closet
7. Ryan Ashley at Optimistic Cynicism
8. Alicia at More Than Words
9. Kel at Girl with the Glasses and Girl with Books
10. Francesca at 3 Bay B Chicks
11. Angela at Hanging with Mrs. Cooper
12. Juls at Every Day is a Crazee Day
13. T. Allen Mercado at Tea and Honey Bread
14. Janet Gephart at Ella Scott Jewels
15. Felicia at I Complete Me
16. Denise at Motivation Mama
17. Denene at My Brown Baby
18. Renee at Cutie Booty Cakes
19. Penny Pinching Diva
20. TBS at The Broke Socialite

These 20 wonderful ladies have been showing me love and have made me laugh, smile, cry, shout, rethink, write, and move. Check these fabulous sisters out and show them some love!

21. I write and you actually read it. Thanks!
22. I am able to offer my editing services.
23. Freebies and Contests
24. Getting Tagged
25. Receiving blog awards
26. It's fun!
27. Twitter
28. I'm motivated.
29. It's nice to see that "it's not just me" sometimes
30. I get to observe the limitless talent of others.
31. I can fill someone's bucket everyday (see #3).
32. Comments! (nuff said)
33. Followers (If you're not following me, what are you waiting for?)
34. SITS
35. I love looking at people's cool blog designs.
36. I can show other people love.
37. I can pretty much say whatever I want.
38. I've found causes to support.
39. It gives me a reason and a platform to get my thoughts out of my head.
40. I can share my latest Wii shenanigans and have everyone up in arms.
41. Keep it Classy Jen at The Classy Closet BTR Show

42. It's an obsession I don't mind.
43. I love getting ideas for new memes.
44. Motivational Monday
45. Thankful Thursday
46. Time Out Tuesday
47. Spiritual Sunday
48. Wordless Wednesday
49. Six Word Saturday
50. I can celebrate me and you!

Thanks for supporting me on my journey through the blogosphere! Why are you glad you started your blog?

~Joan

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Freebie Friday: Host Your Giveaway on My Blog!

It's February and I'm in the mood for spreading the love! In addition to my occasional freebies, I would like to host your giveaways/freebies on my blog. Please contact me if you would like to host your giveaway/freebie on my blog on Fridays.

Who has already taken advantage:

*eBookGuru.org--Click here to receive free ebooks!

*Juls at Every Day is a Crazee Day--Click here for a surprise giveaway!

*Janet at Ella Scott Jewels--Click here to win some cute earrings! Hurry, contest ends at 8pm EST!

*Jaydee at Life in the Lost World--Click here to win a $25 Gift Card to Ideal Poultry!

*Pat at The World of Within--Click here to receive free teleclasses on Self/Body Acceptance (classes start Monday) and here to download some inspiration!

and as always...

This Week's Friday Freebie:
The first person who leaves a comment expressing interest wins a $10 off coupon for any editing service. This coupon will expire February 6, 2010.

Don't forget to tell your friends and stop by next Friday for another freebie!

~Joan

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Three Word Thursday

I am at a total loss for what to post about today, so I decided to start a new meme--Three Word Thursday. I managed to pull my greatest number of comments this past Saturday for Six Word Saturday, and I only wrote 6 words. Do you all want less from me? Well here it goes:

I HAVE NOTHING!

~Joan

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Wii Wednesday: Unfit Parent Part II

A lot of readers were a little frightened by last week's Wii Wednesday: Unfit Parent post. Apparently you weren't the only ones. I'm kind of on both sides of the fence with this one. On one hand, it seems that Wii Fit was intended for adults even though it's rated E for everyone. On the other hand, Grand Theft Auto is rated M for mature and you see who is playing that game. The Wii Fit is a little spirit crushing when it plumps you out due to being overweight or obese. However, I think the positive elements like the personal trainer, progress tracking, and the workouts far outweigh the not-so-pretty wittiness of the Wii. I'm sure Nintendo will hear the cries of the people and modify the game. If the Wii Fit can tell me that I am not paying enough attention to my niece, I'm sure it can come up with a way to go easy on the kiddies when they step on the Wii Fit Board. Don't give up on Wii Fit folks. I still think it's a must-have!

~Joan

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Timeout Tuesday: Are You Inspired 2 Write?

Christie at My life-A Work in Progress a.k.a. Chatterboxcgc a.k.a. my wonderful sister has just launched her newest venture as a Creativity Coach:
Inspired 2 Write
A Division of CGC Connections - Life Empowerment for Women

A support and resource center for personal and professional writers

Bloggers / Authors / Freelancers / Screenwriters
Anyone who has a passion for putting pen to paper or fingers to keys is Inspired 2 Write! Whether you have been published already or you haven't even gotten started, this is the place for you to gain the support and resources to start, finish, and even sell your work! Click here for more information.
Christie has a passion for inspiring people and helping them cultivate their authentic selves. If you haven't been to Christie's blogs or listened to her BTR show (see right sidebar) or followed her on twitter yet, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? This woman's talent is endless, and I'm not just saying this because I'm her sister (Check out my comments on yesterday's post where other bloggers shouted her out without my prompting.).

~Joan

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Motivational Monday: Who's in your Fave 5?

This week's Motivational Monday Fave 5 is my top 5 speakers who motivate me:

1. President Barack Obama (Duh!)--This remarkable man has not only captured the attention of our nation, but he has the attention of the whole world!

2. Olu Brown (Lead Pastor at Impact Church)--Olu is the pastor at my church and has a way of reaching all audiences when he preaches. If you click on the link you can listen to his sermons.

3. Maya Angelou--Maya Angelou is my favorite author and poet. She has so much wisdom and such a peace about her.

4. Michael Eric Dyson--M.E.D. is a dynamic speaker, and I often find myself grabbing for a dictionary when he speaks. His oration is just so eloquent and intelligent, yet down to earth. He makes you want to step up your game.

5. Joel Osteen--Joel Osteen is the famous pastor of Lakewood church in Texas. I love the positive messages he sends through his sermons. He has a calmness about him that just makes you want to listen when he speaks.

Who's in your Fave 5?

~Joan

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Saucy Sunday: In case you haven't heard...

...MY BLOG IS SAUCY!

I must say that I am shocked, yet pleasantly surprised. I left the house at 6am yesterday, and checked my email from my phone. My inbox was full of people telling me that I'm saucy. I was thinking, what's going on? It never occured to me that my blog might have be chosen as saucy on SITS! Thank you for all of your congratulations and sweet comments. I am truly honored, and I really appreciate all of my followers and faithful commenters. Thanks for the bloggy love...right back at cha!

Since February is the month of love, I'd like to show some love to my followers. If you are following me as of February 1, 2009, you are eligible for 20% off of any of my editing services for the month of February. Just send me an email with your service request.
~Joan

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