tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post2376274361379481259..comments2024-03-27T19:29:53.074-07:00Comments on Musings of a Bookish Kitty: Celebrating 5 Years of BloggingLiterary Felinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-22370014280591064542011-08-11T09:31:26.140-07:002011-08-11T09:31:26.140-07:00Jenny - Thanks!
Marie - Thank you! I love the id...<b>Jenny</b> - Thanks!<br /><br /><b>Marie</b> - Thank you! I love the idea of your movie blog. I wish I was around more to keep up with it. :-( I think once the baby's older it'll be easier. Much older maybe, but eventually. LOL<br /><br /><b>Amanda</b> - I think that's what I'll end up doing in the end. :-)Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-21243339573214607292011-08-11T09:28:05.654-07:002011-08-11T09:28:05.654-07:00Nan - Thank you, Nan! You bring up a good point. ...<b>Nan</b> - Thank you, Nan! You bring up a good point. We already follow so many blogs; adding to the mix might be too much for our reders.<br /><br /><b>Amy</b> - Thanks so much, Amy! I didn't know you started another blog! I'll have to check it out. I think it's a great idea. <br /><br /><b>C.B.</b> - Haha! I think you're right. Five years is a long time in the blogging world. A few decades at least. Thank you!<br /><br /><b>Trish</b> - Thank you, Trish. I remember feeling the same about you when I first discovered your blog--still do. :-) <br /><br />You wrote a brillant post about switching from book blogger to blogger. I could identify with it on so many levels. It was as if you were in my head. You've been there a lot lately though going by many of your recent posts. :-) I wish we lived closer. Not only for the girls but for us too!Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-62169426927853599232011-08-07T19:10:25.584-07:002011-08-07T19:10:25.584-07:00Happy anniversary Wendy. Yours was one of the firs...Happy anniversary Wendy. Yours was one of the first blogs that I started reading a little over four years ago so by that point you were already a veteran. ;) I don't remember how I stumbled across your blog--was it maybe a reading challenge?--but I always looked up to you and your blogging.<br /><br />It's amazing how the book blogging world has evolved and I can see it continuing to evolve. I'm not sure I always like it--the drama seems to always loom, huh? But I'm glad so many "old folks" have stuck with blogging and I'd surely miss you if you moved on.<br /><br />On the other hand, I'd be thrilled if you blogged more personal. For me the transition seemed natural--we share so much of ourselves, whether we mean to or not, through our love of reading and books that finally it felt weird not sharing other things about my life. I just declared today officially that I'm not longer considering myself a book blogger, and that's hard...but what can you do? <br /><br />I don't want to make this comment any longer but I wanted to say that I look forward to seeing whatever it is you blog about. You have such a way with words. Thanks for being such an inspriation. ;) And I agree that your blog title doesn't necessarily limit you to books. Musings is the key word, right?Trish @ Love, Laughter, Insanityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17225576485797030511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-8539205323782648542011-08-05T09:02:58.313-07:002011-08-05T09:02:58.313-07:00Just wanted to say congratulations. Isn't fiv...Just wanted to say congratulations. Isn't five something like 62 in blog years? ;-) Here's to five more wonderful years.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06906212382849291562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-35886191561689783742011-08-04T11:39:24.133-07:002011-08-04T11:39:24.133-07:00I'm sorry I'm always late to your parties!...I'm sorry I'm always late to your parties! 5 years is an awesome accomplishment! I was thinking that you don't need to change your blog name if you are going to start including more personaly posts...Musings of a Bookish Kitty doesn't limit you to just books, at least I don't think so...<br /><br />Did I tell you I started another blog...a more personal one in the hopes of helping me as well as other folks. I called itI'm Amy and I'm Disabled although now I'm thinking about changing. On the other hand the title says what I want to say so....<br /><br />I always talk to much here, too..Sorry!<br />Thank you for a generous giveaway. It's very sweet of you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09866342436745173619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-66746535867970498582011-08-04T10:53:54.765-07:002011-08-04T10:53:54.765-07:00This was such a wonderful post. I loved every word...This was such a wonderful post. I loved every word. I am always happy to be here. I'm a big believer in one blog. When someone has more than one, I just can't do it. I see myself as the whole of me, not sections like a reader, a cook, vegetable planter. I love reading your personal and your book posts right together.Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-39011659388155099002011-08-01T11:38:46.362-07:002011-08-01T11:38:46.362-07:00Luise - Thanks so much! I love the personal touch...<b>Luise</b> - Thanks so much! I love the personal touches of other book bloggers too--I don't know why I think no one will want to read mine. :-) And as you mentioned, the baby is so much a part of my life--I can't not talk about her.<br /><br /><b>Jill (Rhapsody)</b> - Thanks, Jill! I find it impossible not to be personal, even in my reviews. :-)<br /><br /><b>Lori</b> - You're so sweet! Thank you. I imagine I will still mostly write about books. My personal life isn't all that interesting. LOL<br /><br /><b>Kelly</b> - Haha! My TBR collection is a bit on the big side. :-) I think you're the only one who knows how big it truly is. Thank you for your kind words, by the way!<br /><br /><b>Kristy</b> - Thank you for your comment, Kristy. I love interacting with others on my blog. Like you said, it's not about getting readers--it's about connection and friendship for me. I admit I've fallen behind with keeping up with comments and visiting other blogs as of late, but I try to make my best effort when I can. <br /><br /><b>Linda</b> - You are too nice! Thank you, Linda. I am so glad to know you.<br /><br /><b>Ti</b> - Thank you, Ti. I really look up to you and am so glad you enjoy visiting my blog. I haven't been the best at responding to comments lately--and can't seem to make up my mind whether to respond by blog or e-mail lately--but I appreciate you sticking with me. :-) <br /><br /><b>Pam</b> - Oh, thank you, Pam! I appreciate so much that you've followed me through this journey. It means a lot to me.<br /><br /><b>Sarah</b> - Thank you! I do like variety when it comes to reading. Hopefully I will be reading some of my older books--they seem to get lost with all the newer books being reviewed out there. <br /><br /><b>Spav</b> - Thank you! <br /><br /><b>Mystica</b> - Thank you so much! And to think I thought the title of my blog was too cutsie when I first came up with it. :-)Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-78902559990276847032011-08-01T11:36:07.078-07:002011-08-01T11:36:07.078-07:00Donna - Thank you, Donna! :-)
Stacy - Thanks, Sta...<b>Donna</b> - Thank you, Donna! :-)<br /><br /><b>Stacy</b> - Thanks, Stacy! You know first hand how difficult it can be juggling a new baby and a blog! I love your Sundays with Gage posts--I look forward to them every week. :-)<br /><br /><b>Iliana</b> - Thank you, Iliana! Taking out the "obligation" I felt for blogging four or five times a week was a huge relief. I don't feel as guilty anymore. I do though wish I was able to comment more on others blogs (like yours). I feel bad about that--even though I know I shouldn't. <br /><br /><b>Trish</b> - Hard to believe, isn't it? Five years goes by so fast--and yet in other ways it seems like a lifetime ago. I guess having a baby can do that to you, something I'm sure you understand. :-) Thank you so much for your support over the years--and all the great books you've sent my way!<br /><br /><b>Sonia</b> - Thank you, Sonia! It's a great quote, isn't it?<br /><br /><b>Gautami</b> - Thanks! Another blogging twin--kind of. :-) I count you among one of my first blogging friends too, Gautami. I enjoy reading your blog too--isn't Google Reader wonderful? <br /><br /><b>Steph</b> - Thank you! Cats and books go good together. :-)Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-75287519313470258692011-08-01T11:19:29.765-07:002011-08-01T11:19:29.765-07:00Elisabeth - Thank you! Book blogs are a great res...<b>Elisabeth</b> - Thank you! Book blogs are a great resource for finding books to read, aren't they? I can't begin to count the number of authors and books I've been introduced to since I began blogging and reading blogs!<br /><br /><b>Marg</b> - Thank you, Marg! Yes, we certainly all have had our slumps and moments of doubt, haven't we? It's good to know we aren't alone. <br /><br /><b>Lisa</b> - Thank you so much, Lisa, for your kind and thoughtful words. I really enjoy your blog, even if I haven't been much of a commenter lately. I loved your blog when you talked mostly about books and I was just a reader--and I love it still when you talk about your children, projects, and other activities--especially now that I am a mother too. <br /><br /><b>Anna</b> - Thanks, Anna! I am so glad that my blog does have a more personal feel to it. I really strive for a more casual air and it's nice to know I achieve it. You were the first person I interviewed for my A Page in the Life feature. I was so nervous about asking you. LOL Now I wonder why! You are such a nice person. <br /><br /><b>Kris</b> - Thank you, Kris! We all have had those moments, haven't we? When we consider whether to give up or not? I am glad we haven't! I keep meaning to tell you how much I love your Friday Smile feature. I may have to copy you someday--with your permission (and full credit to you) of course!<br /><br /><b>Alyce</b> - Thanks! You are so right! The more I think about it, the more I realize how many of my favorite bloggers (you included) share bits of their personal lives on their blogs. It seems to be a natural progression.<br /><br /><b>Jaimie</b> - Thank you, Jaimie! I could talk about little Mouse forever . . . :-) I consider you a friend too. :-) I appreciate all of your kind words. It means so much to me coming from you.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-59330554757368274492011-08-01T10:19:23.555-07:002011-08-01T10:19:23.555-07:00Christa - Thank you! I think perhaps if I had mor...<b>Christa</b> - Thank you! I think perhaps if I had more time and had more to say about non-bookish topics, another blog might be worth it, but I can't see it at this point in my life. <br /><br /><b>Susan</b> - Thank you so much! Your comment on the giveaway page brought tears to my eyes. And you are right--my life and books are intertwined. I can see it in how I read books. I can't help but personalize my reading. I'd be a terrible objective reviewer. <br /><br />Our cats are definitely blogging buddies! :-)<br /><br /><b>Joy</b> - Thank you, Joy! We're practically blogging twins! Congratulations to you too.<br /><br /><b>Unfinishedperson</b> - Thanks! When I have thoughts of giving up blogging, I realize it is just not possible. I love to "talk" too much. <br /><br />I think you and Raidergirl are right about the title. :-)<br /><br /><b>'Nise</b> - Thank you (for the congratulations and your kind words about my blog!). :-)<br /><br /><b>Melody</b> - Thank you, Melody! I am glad we are friends too. :-) You were one of my first blogging friends! <br /><br /><b>Meghan</b> - Thank you! I don't know how brave I am in talking about other things--so I imagine it will be a gradual process. I am glad to know my blogging friends are okay with the idea!Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-43055047348812084372011-08-01T10:01:54.818-07:002011-08-01T10:01:54.818-07:00Elizabeth - Thank you! It'd probably be impos...<b>Elizabeth</b> - Thank you! It'd probably be impossible not to let the personal in, as close as we've all gotten, wouldn't it? I do remember you asking me to read Sherlock Holmes with you--and being so excited at the opportunity. And a little nervous too! <br /><br /><b>Heather</b> - Thanks so much! It's hard to believe we've only known each other a year! It feels like so much longer. I am so glad to have gotten to known you. I confess to worrying people will get tired of all the baby talk so I've tried to keep it to a minimum. I do owe you all another photo or two though! :-) <br /><br /><b>Book Gal</b> - Thank you! I am glad you are back to blogging again! <br /><br /><b>Carrie</b> - Thanks, Carrie! While I may be a bit reserved when it comes to sharing my thoughts and feelings in person, I admit to wearing my heart on my sleeve when writing. I really like the idea of combining the personal with the book talk the more I think about it. I am glad I'm not the only one considering it!<br /><br /><b>Carla</b> - Thank you! I haven't talked much about my furkids lately, have I? Those poor neglected animals! I need to remedy that. <br /><br /><b>Suey</b> - Thanks! It seems like the natural progression of my blog, I think. We'll see how it goes . . .<br /><br /><b>Kathleen</b> - Thank you! I can't believe it's actually been 5 years! "Evolving"--I like that! I think that's how I will think of the addition of the more personal in with the bookish talk. :-) I like how you add in the personal with your blog. And I can't believe I missed your birthday! Happy birthday, Kathleen!Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-64882979402108257712011-08-01T08:54:26.921-07:002011-08-01T08:54:26.921-07:00Mel U - Congratulations on making it to 2 years! ...<b>Mel U</b> - Congratulations on making it to 2 years! The time goes by so fast, doesn't it? I really do love the book blogging community. You all have been with me through the ups and downs. It truly means a lot ot me. <br /><br />I am always on the look out for good Asian fiction. I enjoy reading books about cultures other than my own and places I've yet to visit or live. Thank you for your kind words and entering the giveaway!<br /><br /><b>Laura</b> - Ah! Thank you! I thought the same about your blog all those years ago. You are such a good writer and express yourself so well. <br /><br />I am thinking through ideas for non-bookish related posts. I have a feeling I'll continue to write mostly about books--I can't help myself. <br /><br /><b>Kathy</b> - Thank you! Two blogs does seem like an awful lot of work. I'm not sure how those who keep more than one manage it! I tried for awhile to keep the personal out of my blog--at least the non-bookish personal but it always seems to find its way in anyway. :-)<br /><br /><b>Hillary</b> - Thanks! :-)<br /><br /><b>Kay</b> - Thank you for your kind words, Kay, and your input on my idea of adding in more personal content here. I definitely think I'll give it a try. I've already got a few ideas--now just to find the time to write. LOL <br /><br />I will definitely pass along the hugs to Mouse--any excuse to give my little girl extra hugs. :-)<br /><br /><b>Molly</b> - Thanks so much! I haven't had a chance to comment on your blog recently, but I have been following along just the same. You definitely went through a lot of transition--both wonderful and terrible all at once. My heart goes out to you. I look forward to our expanding our blogs together.<br /><br /><b>Wendy</b> - Thank you, Wendy. You have been such an inspiration to me over the years. All of you have really. Juggling more than one blog does seem like more than I can take on, especially right now, that's for sure. You do such a great job with all of yours--A Novel Challenge is such a great resource. I am glad you were able to get help with that one as I can see keeping up on that one would be very time consuming, especially given how many challenges are out there nowadays.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-52246102754699825622011-07-31T16:51:20.244-07:002011-07-31T16:51:20.244-07:00Five years is simply amazing! Way to go.
I agree ...Five years is simply amazing! Way to go.<br /><br />I agree that blogger drama is complete nonsense too. F'real. lolStephTheBookwormhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05340476943567585965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-64573558846716777782011-07-30T20:07:30.246-07:002011-07-30T20:07:30.246-07:00You are aware that I too have been blogging for fi...You are aware that I too have been blogging for five years or so. You are one of my first book blogging friends. You were the first one where I won a Jodi Piccoult novel!<br /><br />I love to read your blog,which I do on my google reader!<br /><br />And keep writing this blog!gautami tripathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04192356825699543613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-44308157936634622862011-07-29T08:54:03.229-07:002011-07-29T08:54:03.229-07:00A HUGE congratulations on the 5 years of blogging!...A HUGE congratulations on the 5 years of blogging! I wish you the very best in the future as well :)<br /><br />Thanks so much for the giveaway!Soniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14180755111437637132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-65801260196037043982011-07-28T22:21:48.300-07:002011-07-28T22:21:48.300-07:00FIVE YEARS?! High five, lady! :)
I know what you ...FIVE YEARS?! High five, lady! :)<br /><br />I know what you mean about having a hard time keeping up with the community. I'd love to see more personal posts on this blog...no need to start another blog. :Dtrishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10688001590373132381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-9040406527663823332011-07-28T17:01:50.841-07:002011-07-28T17:01:50.841-07:00Congratulations on your bloggiversary Wendy! It...Congratulations on your bloggiversary Wendy! It's always such a delight to stop in and visit with you.<br /><br />Blogging has been hard for me to keep up with this year as well but I'm trying to just do what I can and not put any pressure on. There's no sense in that right.<br /><br />Anyway here's wishing you many more wonderful years ahead!Ilianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026669671843769219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-43339284848870662162011-07-26T09:52:16.869-07:002011-07-26T09:52:16.869-07:00Congratulations on 5 years! It's hard to keep...Congratulations on 5 years! It's hard to keep up, especially with a little one who needs attention. I think one blog is plenty to keep up with. When I had Gage I knew I wouldn't have time for as many book posts so I started Sundays with Gage just to post about what was keeping me from reading! Sometimes I have serious posts and sometimes (like the last one) they are not so serious. It's also nice to have a catalog of the first year for friends and family (I plan on changing it considerably when he turns 1 in October)<br />You have a great blog, so whatever you choose to do will be the right thing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-19362351125938206892011-07-25T21:04:40.573-07:002011-07-25T21:04:40.573-07:00Happy 5th anniversary!Happy 5th anniversary!Donnahttp://booksbound.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-55676817010595302542011-07-25T13:51:27.732-07:002011-07-25T13:51:27.732-07:00Congrats Wendy! I'm so glad for the priviledge...Congrats Wendy! I'm so glad for the priviledge of getting to know you. Do start another blog. You don't have to post all the time but it would be nice to see updates on Maggie and your new home. Yes, I see the sweet pics you post on fb but the stories behind it would be great!Jaimiehttp://bunnystuff.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-69032087463176988402011-07-25T13:00:31.480-07:002011-07-25T13:00:31.480-07:00Congratulations on five years! I love a good mix o...Congratulations on five years! I love a good mix of the personal and the bookish. I usually end up feeling like I know bloggers more that way and usually find out we have even more in common than books. :)Alycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10919057159829023714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-78585553531604885442011-07-25T10:47:17.481-07:002011-07-25T10:47:17.481-07:00COngrats on hitting 5 years! I personally like a...COngrats on hitting 5 years! I personally like a mix of books and personal life. I feel like I know you and I like reading about what's going on. I had started my own personal blog and have found it very difficult to keep up both, so I don't post much at my other one. I to feel overwhelmed...been feeling like that with the blogs for awhile, but I know it will pass and I'll get my blogging legs back and jump right back in where I left off.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17182023445485838169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-34458849564070128572011-07-25T10:02:33.451-07:002011-07-25T10:02:33.451-07:00Happy blogiversary! I hope you have many more yea...Happy blogiversary! I hope you have many more years of blogging fun. I love the mix of personal and books and it really is like you're chatting with us! :)Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08046635675540466183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-32663222588678575762011-07-25T08:08:05.270-07:002011-07-25T08:08:05.270-07:00Congratulations on 5 years! I left a big comment ...Congratulations on 5 years! I left a big comment on the form, but I think combining is just fine, obviously. If people don't like it, then they don't have to read.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17401807675546808620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31552114.post-90005191044843337602011-07-24T19:46:43.251-07:002011-07-24T19:46:43.251-07:00Happy blogiversary Wendy! 5 years is a big achieve...Happy blogiversary Wendy! 5 years is a big achievement and I am glad that you have pushed through those periods of doubt, which we all have, and continued on.<br /><br />In terms of your blogging, I would suggest that you just post what you feel like posting! If your blog doesn't keep evolving you might get bored with it in due course!Marghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13508430635744720721noreply@blogger.com