Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Four Years of Blogging

Yes, it's my Blogiversary today.  Hard to believe I'm four years into it.  You, my readers, sure know how to keep a blogger going.  Over 30,000 comments.  Around 750,000 page views.  Thank you.


How about a few blogging tips?  Nothing complicated.  Just a few things that I've found helpful.

1.  If you want to increase traffic to your blog, join Pinterest.  I resisted for a very long time.  But it turns out to be a great way to bring people to your blog when you post recipes or crafts.  I wish I'd joined sooner.  And no, I don't spend a lot of time over there!

2.  If you want to increase your followers, do giveaways, and have an entry just for your blog followers.

3.  For a laugh, go check your stats sometimes.  One of today's google hits that brought a reader to my site?  "LOVE MY CHICKEN LEGS". 

4.  After four years, I still feel like I have so much to learn.  I would love to increase my Facebook following.  If any of you have tips for doing this, let me know. 

5.  The most rewarding part of blogging is helping others.  I love the community of support and kindness between bloggers, and it's what keeps me going through the months.  Thank you, readers! 

41 comments:

  1. Sunnybrook FarmDecember 11, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    I don't remember how I found your blog but it is one that I look at every day and I think you are the closest blogger to my location so we usually have the same weather and sometimes power outages. Happy blogging!

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  2. AnonymousDecember 11, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    I totally agree with your tips! I am so thankful you started this blog.

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  3. BarbaraDecember 11, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    Happy Blogiversary! :)

    I had to gigle at #3, I did this once and it was too funny!

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  4. AnonymousDecember 11, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    Happy day! It takes a lot of time as well to build a good following for a blog. You've done GREAT!

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  5. Out on the prairieDecember 11, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    It is lots of fun,i always look forward to new posts

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  6. AnonymousDecember 11, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    Happy 4 Year Blogiversary, Lisa!

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  7. WillowDecember 11, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    Congrats on year 4 Lisa ~ I very much enjoy it here !

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  8. L.L.EDecember 11, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    Congratulations!! 4 years of blogging is ALOT of writing :)

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  9. UnknownDecember 11, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    I love blogging and did so at yahoo 360, then moved to Multiply, and when that one closed came to Blogger and really enjoy it the most. I don't keep a large number of followers. I like knowing each one on a more personal level and if I have hundreds I don't feel I can keep up. I also have a small # of friends on Facebook for the same reason. Hope you can find how to add more on yours.

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  10. UnknownDecember 11, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    How exciting! I just started blogging a year ago, thanks for the tips!

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  11. An Apel a DayDecember 11, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Happy 4 years! I totally agree about Pinterest and giveaways.

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  12. TexWisGirlDecember 11, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    i'm 3 1/2 yrs into blogging. i don't face, tweet or pin. just blog. but this community is a wonderful one we live in. sweet, sweet, sharing and supportive souls. :)

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  13. Rich Mom, Rich Dad. Poor Mom, Poor Dad.December 11, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Happy Blogiversary!

    Haha, I had to laugh about the STATS. I am always cracking up over what brings people to my blog and apparently, it's Fabio's Body. Hahahahahaha


    www.jaimelovesstuff.com

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  14. LynnDecember 11, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    Happy blogiversary ;-) and I'm so glad that you continue to blog!

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  15. Tina Fariss BarbourDecember 11, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    Happy Blogiversary!! I'm so glad I found your blog, Lisa. I always enjoy my visits, and I have enjoyed getting to know you better. Good tips. I just can't seem to get the hang of Pinterest. I'm not sure I have much to offer there, though I have found some cool craft ideas.

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  16. AndreaDecember 11, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    CONGRATS, my friend!!! :)

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  17. MaryDecember 11, 2013 at 12:55 PM

    Great tips Lisa! Thanks. :). Wow, four years. That's a long time. I love having kind blog friends too.

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  18. UnknownDecember 11, 2013 at 1:00 PM

    I am very new to blogging, about two months, so thank you for your tips. I feel like I learn something new everyday.
    It is a big accomplishment to be blogging for so many years. You are a great inspiration.

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  19. jp@A Green RidgeDecember 11, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    Happy blog anniversary, Baby Girl and thanks for passing on your secrets!...:)JP

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  20. camp and cottage livingDecember 11, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    Thank you for the tips, Lisa!
    I started for fun, but would like to get more serious with my blog now.

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  21. SandraDecember 11, 2013 at 2:03 PM

    Congratulations on your 4 years!!

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  22. Marie December 11, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    Congrats to you! :) I only blog, no FB, twitter or whatever else there is. :) You do have me curious about pinterest. :)

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  23. Ginny HartzlerDecember 11, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    These are some really good tips that I never thought of! Yes,I have been a member of Pinterest for awhile, but I never thought of posting something from my blog. I love your cutie pie emerald frog!

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  24. Vision By MilaDecember 11, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    I'm somewhat against the giveaways for getting followers purposes, I always get the feeling they push the follow button just to get a chance to win, not for the actual content of the blog. Well, I have never hosted GAs, so I should give it a try.

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  25. Debby@Just BreatheDecember 11, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    Happy Blogiversary! You have such a great following, you should be very proud of yourself.

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  26. Our Neck of the WoodsDecember 11, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    Happy anniversary! It is funny sometimes what searches bring people to my blog. Always good for a laugh :)

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  27. Grandma BonnieDecember 11, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    Congratulations on the 4 great years. I always enjoy stopping by and reading about your boys.

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  28. Harry FlashmanDecember 11, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    You have a pleasant, interesting blog. You're a good writer, and always positive. I hope you have many more years of writing ahead of you.

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  29. LONDONLULUDecember 11, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    Congratulations Lisa! Four years is major! May you enjoy many more to come:)

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  30. Busy Bee SuzDecember 11, 2013 at 7:47 PM

    Congrats to you! I'm thrilled that I found you. :)
    The stats crack me up. For a long time, was getting a lot of readers searching for "Agri-Porn"
    There are some weird people out there. :)

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  31. MichelleDecember 11, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    Pinterest is such a great way of sharing ideas. I love it. Congrats on 4 years of blogging!

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  32. Rob-bearDecember 11, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Well done, Lisa! Four years and moving right along. Hope yo have another four, and then some. You've got such wonderful ideas.

    Blessings and Bear hugs!

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  33. Chatty CroneDecember 11, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    You have only been blogging for four years? Wow - I thought you were here a lot longer. You have done well my friend. Good job. Happy Anniversary.

    sandie

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  34. Elizabeth EdwardsDecember 11, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    Congrats to you!! here's to many more for you. ( :

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  35. mail4roseyDecember 11, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    Awesome to see the tips, and nice of you to share them. Happy Bloggiversary!

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  36. Tweedles -- that's meDecember 12, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    Happy Blogversary!
    love
    tweedles

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  37. AngelaDecember 12, 2013 at 1:04 AM

    Congratulations on your 4 year anniversary! I love reading your blog and consider you a friend even though we have never met!

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  38. Endah MurniyatiDecember 12, 2013 at 3:42 AM

    Congratulation. You share me a lot of thing. Thank you. Happy blogging !

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  39. Sonya @ Under the Desert SkyDecember 12, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    Congrats on 4 years! I love reading your blog, even though I don't always get a chance to post a comment.

    Looking forward to many more years of one of my very favorite blogs!

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  40. AnonymousDecember 13, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    Wow, 4 years! That is great! Congrats.

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  41. Luciene RroquesDecember 17, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Um excelente final de ano para você.
    Um grande abraço!

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