don’t zoom in. seriously.

Posted on by Julie Stiles Mills

In honor of my one year blogging anniversary, I decided to use a photo of myself as an avatar. I admit, being invisible has it’s own comfort level, but after a year, I figure it’s time to get a little more personal. So, PinkGirl and I were having some fun with the camera, trying to get a good blog photo of me.

We took these last week. I give up. I can’t choose.

FirstHusband says these three show my personality:

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But I’m leaning toward the very first photo we took . . .

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Looking for feedback, people, this is my FACE. On the INTERNET. Where people can zoom in. and see wrinkles. eek.

Would You Like Chocolate With That? Chocolate Turkeys

Posted on by Julie Stiles Mills

FavoriteSon: How long did that take?

Me: Too long.

FavoriteSon: How long did she hold that there?

Me: Longer than I would.

But they’re cute. And they probably taste good.

I’ll never know. But I figure I’ll post this now, so if anyone DOES want to make these little cuties for Thanksgiving, they will have plenty of time.

If you have anything chocolaty to share, post and link to Would You Like Chocolate With That? hosted by Lisa at Stop and Smell the Chocolate

it’s a pragmatic anniversary!

Posted on by Julie Stiles Mills

One year ago today, I posted on Compendium for the very first time – two posts, actually. In honor of that day, I offer the inaugural posts for your perusal:

just journal, even if it’s just one sentence. (What journaling does for me.)

and

be consistent. (One of my first lessons as a parent.)

My first commenter was Leslie at Lux Venit (my first 5 comments) and then Lisa at Lisa Writes (the next two). Thank you both for my first affirmation in the blogosphere!