Spring
Our Facebook Fan Page states the following:
“This page is for those interested in home and/or pet sitting…as well as travel, writing, living simply, and working from home or the road. Exchange ideas with like-minded people here & on our blog”.
Because you are reading this post, there is a good chance that you are interested in at least one of the above. If so, will you tell me which one interests you most? If not, will you tell me why you are reading this blog (i.e. we are friends and this is the best way for you to keep in touch with us, etc.)?
I am asking this for clarification purposes. I want to be sure to cater to our target demographic and all of that good stuff. I am beginning to interview others that I think will educate and/or inspire you. It looks like I will be taking online courses on blogging and travel writing (starting in May) as well.
We have a lot of ideas, but we want to hear yours. Really! What is it that inspires you? Rapport is the beauty of the blog, after all. The exchanging and implementing of ideas…I thrive on it.
I read your blog because we are friends, and I want to keep up on your shenanigans. Also, I’m interested in travel, writing, and working from home. 🙂
I love that word, shenanigans. My mom used it often in my youth – that and hooligans : ) Haven’t seen your latest interview – am on my way there now…
ah, so many things inspire me. more importantly, i do enjoy the compilation and sharing of brilliant minds and ideas via blogs. it helps connect, empower, support and introduce others to what otherwise not be readily available or known.
other interests include: eating ethically, sustainability, growing your own goods, sewing, art, crafting and photography.
in closing: i’m not happy unless i’m helping other people.
cheers to you for making a difference!
xoxo, rachel
We pretty much rock, Rachel. Just sayin’.
i’m just SAYIN is all.
Hmmm – It’s a toss up between travel and pets.
When I was doing mission work in Cartagena last summer a journalist shared this quote with me and it has become my favorite. “A mind that is strecthed by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions” ~Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. Travel has always been “life changing” for me.
But if you know me, you know that my pets really rule my world. They are the ones in charge for sure and I could never live happily without them. They are my “fur angels”
Now, if only I could get that airstream and combine traveling with my pets ~ that would be the ultimate adventure! Ruff Ruff
~Sadie
Oh, Sadie! You are going to love my forthcoming interview with Sean and Kristy of http://www.LongLongHoneymoon.com fame. I have been following them and their Airstream adventures for a while now (jealous much? Not me…). Did I tell you I stuck the Airstream card you gave me on my vision board? XOX
I would have to say that I read because you are one of my besties, but what I do read here, I thoroughly enjoy. I especially like reading about living simply (as you know, I am always cleaning out one closet or another, trying to de-clutter and simplify). I also love all your photographs. I am a poor photographer at best, and love your perspective.
em
Honored to be one of your besties, Em. I’ve got several books I think you might like on this subject…maybe I will do a write up on them and share with the group (if you would like a list in the meantime I will get on it). It is amazing what small things we can all do to make a big difference! Funny you should mention photographs as Sean (see below) recently teased me about how many of them are taken at odd angles : )
i am interested in all your stated topics except housesitting/petsitting. Well, I am interested in those as well, if only in the peripheral way i am interested in learning about everything! Besides, you give me free stuff!
Sean, out of curiosity, would you be interested if I were to profile CO sitters? I have had quite a few friends mention that they are interested in sitting and at this point most of them are in your neck of the woods. Just thinking of da pugs.
When I have more $, I am going to do lots more contests, because it is just as fun giving as it is receiving! Just for fun, will you tell me what treats you leave Mountain Man with? You can tell a lot about a person by what they leave Mountain Man with. OK maybe you can and maybe you can’t – I just liked the way that sounded : )
All the above except for writing.
That is funny to me because you are such an avid reader and most of my reading friends tend to write. And you are a great editor! Have you finished the latest round of Railyard Ale soaps? I’ve been thinking about “Paul’s Pint” lately as it debuted this time last year…sigh.
I finished up the soap yesterday and it’s in the rack curing.
Paul’s Pint is my favorite beer soap. The blend of essential oils you created is the best! Do you have any bars left?
Laurie
Only a couple left as I gave some away at Christmas. I am glad I kept a few tiny vials of essential oils, at least.
I miss sniffing all of the random scent combos, though…the possibilities are endless!
Can’t wait to make a Mountain Rose Herbs order just for me…that company is still my fave for ingredients.
BTW, I asked Paul if he is hiding my mail and he said no but I don’t believe him! Miss You.
its very nice being here in this page..(caretakingcouple) the first time im here i was curious what is here in your page. And now i understand that its all about home/pet setting writing and more. while i am reading your post i gain a lot of idea. and i am glad because i am a pet lover,a housekeeper and i do love writting too. thank you so much for a wonderful ideas you share with us… i enjoy reading.
by the way about your question what is it that inspires me….
(thats a very good question…)
first is my dreams, second is my family (back in the philippines) and sam… who inspires me. whenever i felt defficulties i just think of them and everything will be fine… i guess thats all i can share… more power to you (paul-and-valynne) and regards!!!
It is good to hear from you, Lilibeth! Thanks to you my blog is officially “International” : ) You are still in the Philippines, yes? Did I tell you I think I am going to take the travel writing course through Gotham Writers’ Workshop? It begins next month. I will be sure to let you know what I think of it…
V