Not long ago I got a message from my good blogging friend Katherine letting me know she was putting together a series entitled “Between the Lines” featuring bloggers of a “certain age” meaning those of us over 50.
One of the blessings I have had with blogging has been the friendships I have made with other bloggers and one of those special bloggers is my sweet blogging friend Katherine from Katherine’s Corner. Katherine is one of those bloggers found in this elite set of women and she has become a treasured friend.
I love blogging and the chance it has given me to grow and learn as a person. Each day is filled with new adventures as I work to grow and improve my blog. Therefore, I am intrigued by the different areas of blogging and I find there are always new things to learn. From photography skills, to writing skills to designing and promoting my blog….I find the experience of blogging allows me to stretch my mind and I love each aspect of the process. One of the things I find most rewarding is the ability to learn and improve as you go. You are never too old to learn something new!
I am been inspired by so many bloggers and several fit into the “Between the Lines” category! I am delighted to be featured on Katherine’s wonderful blog series today.
As a part of the series Katherine asked me to two questions to get a glimpse into what makes me “who I am”.
Between the Lines
The first question posed to me was
“Were you a blog reader before your blog was created’?
I had to smile when Katherine asked me this question. I was definitely a blog reader ….. More like a blog devourer!
It all started with me being addicted to Pinterest. Before that I hadn’t even really seen a blog …. Didn’t even know they existed. But as I clicked through all of the pins I loved, and viewed where they had come from, I was introduced to blogs and inspired by some wonderful people. There were so many talented people sharing with others.
Having been in the floral and decorating business for over 30 years I knew I would love sharing with others too! I missed the days I had spent it my own shop helping customers find just the right thing for their home and creating the perfect piece for their decor.
Several people urged me to give blogging a try …. and so I did.
Surroundings by Debi went live in April of 2014 after months of designing my site, finding the right logo and working to get it just as I wanted.
I still follow many of the same blogs I found in the very beginning. I am inspired to this day by each blog I read.
I am reminded of the phrase Your Talent is God’s gift to you …. What you do with it is your gift to God.
I love sharing with so many talented people ….. Some I now count as treasured friends!
Katherine then asked me –
“What was the last gift you gave and why”?
The last gift I gave was a book of inspiration to someone who was going through a series of life struggles.
I choose this particular book because it was a book I had received and read myself and found it to be an encouragement to me.
Having recently experienced a few struggles of my own I have come to realize how a small gift or gesture can make someone’s day. To be reminded that someone is out there in the world keeping you in their thoughts and prayers can lift your spirits in such a big way.
It doesn’t have to big a big gift. Often times even a card with encouraging words can mean the world to someone who is struggling.
My goal is to be a better friend in the area as I go forward in life.
A big thank you to Katherine for including me in “Between the Lines” along with some many other fabulous bloggers! Katherine and I became friends early in 2015. I am positive God knew I would need someone like this beautiful soul as she has been one of my biggest supporters during my recent cancer journey.
Please take time to visit the other gifted bloggers featured today on this series!
Find past Between the Lines features HERE!
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It’s been so nice to meet you through Between the Lines! Happy to hear your kicking Cancer’s butt too!
Hi Debi, so good to see another familiar face in this blog series! I have thought of you often as I visited the linky party each week and would see your sweet friend, Katherine’s message to hold you in our thoughts and prayers. When time permits, I need to grab a coffee and come for a good visit to catch up on your journey. I love the quote you shared, “Your Talent is God’s gift to you …. What you do with it is your gift to God.” I had not heard that one before and I think I need to make a printable and frame it for my office as a reminder.
Thank you! Lovely to meet you between the lines
Hi Debi, I’m stopping by to say hello as one of your fellow Between the Lines bloggers. It is so nice to connect with you and the other ladies of a “certain age”. Blogging has been a challenge and a blessing for me as it probably has for all us. I have much to learn! God bless you! Teresa
Thank you for stopping by Teresa! It was a pleasure to be featured with you today. I just got done visiting your blog and leaving a comment. We must have just passed each other by!I enjoyed reading your post today. Good luck with your blogging! Blessings, Debi
Isn’t it amazing how the Creator brings the right people into our lives just at the right time!
It sure is Sandra. I feel so blessed by all of my wonderful blog friends!I count you as one of them!
Debi, your blog looks amazing and very professional! Love the pineapple logo! We were featured together on Kate’s BetweenTheLines series!
Thank you for your sweet comments Terri! I was just on your site and loved it. I appreciate your wonderful talent. It was great to be featured with you today.
I love you my sweet sister in Christ xo
Thank you my friend. It was a special treat to be featured on your series. You are a blessing to me. {{{ Hugs }}}
Hi Debi, I’m so glad I found you through the Between the Lines Series. It has been super exciting meeting other bloggers the same age as myself. I totally understand what you mean when you say you miss your floral business. I use to own a book store with a focus on collectibles and 18th and 19th century literature. I miss helping my customers and sharing my book finds with them each week. I would get so excited when I found that uber special rare edition for a customer. I think that’s why I have chosen writing as a midlife career … I just have books in my blood lol
Thank you so much for stopping by Carla. It is nice to meet other 50 + bloggers and especially nice to meet those who can relate to your story.
Debi, your blog is lovely, and the pineapple is the perfect symbol — it felt warm and welcoming as soon as the first page loaded! I really appreciate the thought behind the last gift you gave and your desire to be more intentional in “being a better friend.” I have that same goal. I am so glad to meet you through the “Between the Lines” series, and I have really enjoyed reading your blog this morning. Looking forward to knowing you better (and I pray your cancer battle is nearing the end??).
Thank you for the kind words Wendy. I too hope my battle is coming to an end. 3 more weeks of radiation and then I hope to put this battle in the rear view window!
Hi Debi—It’s so nice to meet you through the Between the Lines!
I laughed when you said your addiction to pinterest—it really should be classified as a drug, right?
I agree with you when you say you’re never too old to learn—this blogging really keeps us thinking and communicating with people all over & all ages!!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Jodie – Thank you for stopping by. I love meeting all of the wonderful 50 + bloggers. If Pinterest was a drug I would overdose! Here’s to both of us continuing to grow and learn each day!