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Happy 8th Birthday, Bloggie!

Back in the saddle. After a marathon work day and an exhausting work week (try working 12 days back-to-back in the office with no break), I slumped to sleep at 10:30pm last night after propping myself up by watching Zero Dark Thirty. While I can’t stand movies that go past the 2 hour mark, I didn’t seem to mind the 2:40 depiction of the Osama Bin Laden hunt. I was engrossed.

I still think Vanity Fair’s factual narrative on the Hunt for Geronimo was way more thrilling. If you haven’t read the article, I urge you to. Even better than watching a movie. In fact, I’m going to read it again, it’s THAT good.

Yesterday, my blog turned 8. Eight is certainly great. From a handful of readers to over 10,000 page views / 5,000 unique visitors a month. The blog has gone through a redesign with all the bells and whistles, and a couple expert guest posts. I’m hoping to feature more from my extensive network. Oh, can’t forget the revenue. Can’t say I’m turning a profit yet, but I’m certain that, along with more great things, are just on the horizon. I hope you’ll continue with me on this journey. Lots of ice-cream today to celebrate!

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  1. Joi @ Rx Fitness Lady

    April 15, 2013 at 6:38 am

    You have been at this for a while and that shows determination and patience. Congratulations for that and Happy Blogaversary!

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    • Catherine

      April 15, 2013 at 8:49 am

      Thank you so much, Joi. I appreciate your support!

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  2. Dani

    April 28, 2013 at 2:48 pm

    Happy belated birthday to your blog! It’s so exciting to see someone at it and still passionate and entertaining after posting for 8 years! It’s especially inspiring to me since my blog is still a baby and your blog would be in 2nd grade, haha!

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    • Catherine

      April 28, 2013 at 5:31 pm

      Oh, thank you Dani. It does go by quickly, I imagine just like raising children!

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