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Turning 12…again!

It’s been 12 years since I started blogging

It’s a long time since I turned 12 the first time – over 50 years in fact!

But 12 is my favourite number because my birthday is on 12/12.

Thanks to WordPress for reminding me that I registered my blog 12 years ago!

12 year blogging anniversary
12 year blogging anniversary

In the first 10 years I wrote 1659 posts and two years later I’m up to a total of 1765 posts (I have deleted some over the years) which means I’ve slowed right down!!

Most of my posts were written in the earlier years, which is weird as I was juggling work and blogging back then. And since December 2016 I’ve been retired, so theoretically I should have more time on my hands!

I certainly wrote a lot more posts back in those early years and not necessarily quality ones if I’m being honest!

I’m the first to admit that I don’t write deep and meaningful stuff but I don’t think I’m that shallow either.  

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It’s never been about having lots of followers or setting the world on fire, but simply to have somewhere to be creative. I love my World!

It’s been such a fun 12 years of blogging at Deb’s World– I’ve learnt a lot, grown a lot, written a lot of words, shared heaps of photos and want to thank everyone who has visited, commented, shared and encouraged me along the way. It’s not easy at times but I’m still here blogging away and I’m thriving!

I’m not pulling up stumps just yet, it’s just that I was reminded by WordPress.com that it’s my blog’s anniversary today, so I thought I’d celebrate!

We all have stories to tell and usually our blogs are the way we share our thoughts – for whatever reason.

Debbie 2021

I appreciate all my followers/readers and thank everyone who has ever left me a comment or liked a post.  It’s great to have your ongoing support.

Cheers to many more years!

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Deb is a young-at-heart & active 60+ blogger/retiree, after being made redundant from her 22-year career managing education programs in a men’s correctional centre (jail). She now spends her time reading, blogging, riding her ebike and travelling. Deb was awarded a Bravery Award from the Queen when she was 17 after a tragic accident – a definite life changing moment! She is married with 3 grown-up daughters & has 4 grandchildren. You can read more of Deb’s story here

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49 Replies to “Turning 12…again!”

  3. Hi Deb! I’m sorry I missed your post and I’m so pleased you linked it up to #WeekendTrafficJamReboot. Congratulations and what an inspiring blog you have. I certainly look forward to reading not only what you’ve been up to but the creative way you present your ideas. Here’s to another 12 years of blogging!!! x

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    1. Fabulous photo of us Hugh and great memories!! And yes there’s not many bloggers who have met me in ‘real life’ and I’m so glad we managed to do so. Thanks for your congrats xx

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  5. Happy 12 years of blogging Deb! We are practically twins! I started blogging on 19 September 2012 so it’s nearly 12 years for me too! I think it proves how much we both must enjoy it to stick to blogging for so long. Many don’t last the distance. So much has happened over that 12 years and our blogs are like a time capsule. So many memories, big and small, that otherwise might be forgotten … we have to look back on. I love that. Thanks so much for linking up with #WWWhimsy and have a wonderful Easter! xo

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    1. Yes to being almost twins Min! We do have a lot in common as you know. I know I still enjoy blogging and yes you’re right our blogs are like time capsules now with all the words we’ve created over 12 years. Thanks for having us for #wwwhimsy and I hope you are going OK. x

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  8. congratulations on your blogging anniversary Debbie! You should be really proud of what you’ve achieved especially in a world where many people don’t stick at anything beyond a year. Your posts are always thoughtful and uplifting so I hope you continue for at least the next 12 years!

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  9. Waahoo on 12 years! While you might have slowed down on posts, your words and the life you share with us are still “full on”. I enjoy hearing about your life and am glad you still find the time to blog! Hope you’re still writing 12 years from now!

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    1. Thanks Pat, I do enjoy sharing stories and parts of my life, it’s like creating a memory vault for future years. I am active and love doing things so I’m glad to hear you enjoy reading about it all.

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  10. Happy 12th Blogiversary, Deb! 🎉 May you enjoy blogging for many more years to come. I started in 2009 and like you, was more prolific before retirement. Now, there are so many other things of interest, yes? Cheers! 🥂🍾

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  11. Your blogs always come across as something you enjoy doing rather than feel obliged to do. I must admit it’s been a while as I dip in and out of blogging but I remember yours as being upbeat and…sunny! Congrats on the 12 years.

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  16. Happy 12th blogaversary Deb – before you know it you’ll be a blog teenager! It’s been a fun journey following along with your blogging and becoming friends over the years. Hopefully you’ll be here for many more to come! xx

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  18. Congratulations on 12 years, Debbie! That is amazing! I am so glad I found you! Your blogs are bright spots in my day because you’re so real and almost always put a smile on my face. I’m glad you’ve decided to stick around for a bit…if I knew how to put a smiley emoji here, I’d do it! But, my laptop is not cooperating right now. Know that I’m smiling as I type this, though!

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    1. It’s a real thrill to look back at how I’ve developed over the years, many thanks for your lovely comment and for being a regular reader and commenter.

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  25. Deb, congratulations. Twelve years is a long time in bloggy years. I think statistics show that most are abandoned by age 2 – 4. You’ve certainly beat the odds. Blogs written by ‘real people’ keep my attention, and I imagine most of your readers feel the same. Best wishes for another dozen years to come.

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