A couple years ago I wrote a Facebook status that changed my world. (Which I can’t seem to find on my oh-so-pretty timeline now.) It was something to the effect of, “Not only did I go to preschool drop off, the dentist, the grocery store and the bank all before 9:30am, I did it all with my zipper down.” Friends commented, liked and laughed and, quite honestly, I liked the response right back. I felt like people got me.
I clearly remember saying to Lenny that night (very casually, of course), “I think I could be a blogger.” Technically I already was because I was writing for (and running) YodelingMamas.com at the time. But, like my kids, I wanted something that was all mine. He agreed I’d be brilliant (because that’s what he was supposed to do, of course). And thanks to the help of some very generous, insightful and talented friends, I had a name and a site in no time.
Gulp.
Two years ago today, I sat down to write my first post. Quite a daunting task. What would I say? And how could I say it a in a unique enough way—a few times a week—to stay relevant and interesting? Two years later I find myself asking the same questions every time I sit down to write. Especially on those uninspired days (like today).
But then I remember, that this actually isn’t all mine. Not at all. Every day the words on these pages are inspired by the funny, sweet and not-so-sweet things my kids do. Every discussion I have with Lenny, family and friends leads me to greater clarity about who I am—and who I want to be—as a mom. The comments, likes and clicks you generously give me let me know when I’ve touched upon something that’s bigger than me and my world.
So today, I want to thank you for making my birthday wish from two years ago come true. (Even if it does mean I’m another year older than last year when I celebrated this day.) It’s been one amazing ride. And I couldn’t be luckier to have you joining me.
neena says
June 27, 2012 at 7:46 amI just adore you! Happy Birthday!
Amy, Using Our Words says
June 27, 2012 at 2:39 pmThanks so much, Neena! I adore you right back.
colleen says
June 27, 2012 at 10:02 amHi Amy,
I know I never comment on your blog but I want you to know that I really enjoy reading it. You are very talented. Thanks for bringing a great perspective to challanging situations and almost always making me laugh. 🙂 Congrats on another fantastic year!
colleen
Amy, Using Our Words says
June 27, 2012 at 2:39 pmThanks, Colleen! You’ll be inspiring stories in no time. Can’t wait to meet that little guy!
April says
June 27, 2012 at 1:29 pmCongrats!!
Amy, Using Our Words says
June 27, 2012 at 2:39 pmThanks, April. Hope you’re doing well!
Aimee @ everydayepistle.com says
June 27, 2012 at 1:44 pmHappy Birthday and Happy Wishes Come True, Amy!
Amy, Using Our Words says
June 27, 2012 at 2:40 pmMany thanks, Aimee!
Jodie Hoffman says
June 27, 2012 at 8:37 pm(raise glass) “CLINKIES!!! and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!” (gulp/chug, refill, repeat)
Amy, Using Our Words says
June 27, 2012 at 8:58 pmRefilling now!
leslie barber says
June 27, 2012 at 9:21 pmcongratulations on two fantastic years, amy! i’ve really enjoyed reading your blog and i look forward to many more years to come of it! and happy birthday too!
Vrushali says
June 27, 2012 at 9:39 pmHappy birthday Amy! I feel like your blog makes my online life more colorful. I always love reading your blogs and I hope you have many many more birthdays to come – cheers!
Amy, Using Our Words says
June 27, 2012 at 9:53 pmGreat to hear from you, Vrushali. Thanks so much for your support through the years!
Pam says
June 27, 2012 at 10:39 pmCongrats Amy! Keep up the good work 🙂
Amy says
June 30, 2012 at 8:33 pmThanks so much!