In the last two years I’ve been in about 150 countries with nary a stamp in my passport!
How did I evade the TSA and customs so effectively, you ask? I’m really not a criminal, but I do have my ways…
No private jet or bribes were involved.
This month marks two years of blogging, and I have dubbed my travel machine the WordPress Express!
I want to extend my grateful thanks to all of you for your hospitality and generosity. The blogging community has been delightfully and incredibly welcoming to me.
You’ve encouraged me out of my comfort zone and accepted me and my difficult stories. Your acceptance has restored my soul in many ways, and grown my confidence.
Meeting new people, learning new perspectives, and gathering strength from many of you has enriched my life. Thank you.
A special shout-out goes to the following two people who have gone above and beyond for me in many ways. I encourage you to visit their blogs and see for yourself why I consider them to be so exceptional.
Lori at lorilara.com Lori’s real down to her very core, she loves with every fiber of her being, she is the Real Deal.
Karen at karenrsanderson.wordpress.com Karen supports our troops, writers, and underdogs. She’s Apple Pie American and also the Real Deal.
Thank you everyone who has helped me grow, heal, and transform over the last two years. I am blessed by each of you.
Jun 25, 2014 @ 15:41:55
It has been a privilege to get to know you Denise. The blogging community we are part of has helped so many of us express our feelings in a non-judgmental environment. The best part for me is making friendships along my journey. I count you as one of my friends. Love to you always from Jenna
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Jun 25, 2014 @ 16:36:50
Yes, the new friendships are truly a treasure!
I’m so glad we’ve connected here, Jenna!!
xx
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Jun 07, 2014 @ 15:39:53
Congrats Denise!!! The best part of blogging has been meeting so many wonderful people. Thanks for all you’ve shared on your wonderful blog and hope you keep up the great writing!
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Jun 08, 2014 @ 20:24:03
Thanks Arlene! I’ve enjoyed meeting so many awesome people, including you! Here’s to more of the same!
Keep on writing, and sharing your talents 😉
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Jun 04, 2014 @ 15:58:44
Congratulations on the anniversary! When I started blogging, I had no idea how many interesting, entertaining, thought-provoking, and inspiring people from all over the world I would meet. I’m glad you are one of them! Here’s a virtual toast to Year 3!
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Jun 08, 2014 @ 20:23:00
It’s so true! I had no idea either! I’m so glad we’ve connected online this way!
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Jun 01, 2014 @ 19:36:19
Awww, Denise. I’m honored to be mentioned here. I’ve loved getting to know you. I knew we’d be friends from the moment I read your first post. You know how much I care about you – I’m blessed by your posts, texts, and our phone calls- more than you know. Your friendship is very important to me. I’m inspired by you and I learn something new and wonderful every time I connect with you.
One day we’ll get to meet. Can’t wait to close down a coffee shop with you. 🙂
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Jun 02, 2014 @ 21:06:57
😉 hahaha! Yes, I want to close down a coffee shop w/you ! That sounds like a delightful way to meet in person!!
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Jun 01, 2014 @ 14:08:30
Congrats on 2 years of blogging. I am so happy we connected. I always feel fuller after reading your blog. 🙂
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Jun 02, 2014 @ 21:06:07
Thanks Kate! I’m so glad you and I connected, too! Your blog is one I’m happy to have found nearly from the beginning. Your writings and your passion are inspirational. Thanks for being a part of my blogging experience!
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May 30, 2014 @ 16:25:24
Denise, Those of us that have the privilege of reading your blog or having you read and comment on one of ours is priceless. You are the one that told me and my therapist how to go about handling my Medicare problem when no one in Medicare would or could. I have an upcoming blog to report on our progress to date.
Additionally, we learn from your blogs and know that with your courage and grace, we can also learn not to be the hurt child but step forward and speak for ourselves. Thank you.
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May 30, 2014 @ 16:37:32
Gosh, thanks so much Sheri. That really makes me feel so happy! I am anxious to read about the udpate on Medicare. I have been wondering about it but know it can take awhile to get those rusty wheels moving.
I’ve learned so much from you and your blog, too. It’s been quite an interesting two years!
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May 30, 2014 @ 03:47:46
It is so hard to believe that I have friends, too, all over the world! Isn’t blogging and social networking awesome that way? Also, I never would have met you, Denise. Hopefully some day we can sit down over a cuppa (while working on your MS?) Thanks for the shout-out.
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:09:08
That would really be fun to work on my MS in person, Karen! Hmmm, maybe another long distance motorcycle ride in the works? 😉
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May 29, 2014 @ 19:15:00
Congratulations, Denise! You are very brave…your stories are a big inspiration for many across the world. Keep writing!
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:09:51
Thank you, Balroop! I’ve certainly enjoyed your blog and would never have ‘met’ you without the blogging community.
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May 29, 2014 @ 18:36:36
Congrats on two years of great blogging Denise! I’m enjoying your journey with you.
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:10:16
Thanks Barbara! One pet lover to another 😉
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May 29, 2014 @ 18:17:54
Congrats on your 2nd blogoversary!
Diana xo
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:10:43
Thank you, northerly neighbor! 😉
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May 29, 2014 @ 18:02:21
Awesome! Give yourself a big pat on the back for being so committed to the journey. You deserve it!
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:13:34
Thanks, Meg. I appreciate that very much!
Looks like we started blogging about the same time 🙂
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May 29, 2014 @ 16:55:52
Congrats to you for 2 years of blogging! So happy to be connected with you! ♥
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:14:11
Ditto to you! I have enjoyed your many words of wisdom since we found each other. Thanks!
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May 29, 2014 @ 15:52:10
This is beautiful, Denise. I’ve loved getting to know you 😀
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:14:53
You too, Dianne. You are such an inspiration -personally and ‘writerly’ (is that a word? haha)!
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May 29, 2014 @ 13:19:36
Congrats Denise. Keep opening, stretching and blossoming!
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:15:32
You too Brad! Thanks for always introducing me to new ideas and so many positives through your blog.
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May 29, 2014 @ 13:17:11
Denise, you have expressed what I feel about so many beautiful people along my life’s journey who have helped me along the way. These threads of connection are so precious, and while invisible, they form a safety net of unbelievable strength. Thank you for the wonderful reminder to let people know how much they’ve meant to you.
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:16:19
You are such a great advocate of connection, Elizabeth! I do love that about you very much.
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May 29, 2014 @ 12:59:06
I’m blessed to have met you here Denise. 2 years – wow! That’s amazing. As are you my friend xx
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May 30, 2014 @ 10:17:21
Connecting with people like you has been such an amazing experience, Mariann. So glad we ‘met’ …
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