Friendship.
It’s like one of the best gifts we’ve ever been given. Right?
I remember as a kid, knowing that I could go over to my best friend’s house and not have to worry about a thing. She would listen to me, and let me be goofy…
and yes…
we were close enough to fart.
That’s right.
It was heavenly.
In college, I remember rooming with some of my best friends and what could be better than never having to go home from your sleep over? Actually, even better, you can sleep in your own bed! I never was a fan of sleeping at other people’s houses.
A few years ago, I went to Disneyland with a bunch of friends. All grown women. Best trip ever. People stared at us like we were a freak of nature. Bunch of women, no kids in sight, laughing hysterically.
Maybe we WERE a freak of nature.
But AWESOME.
Like the platypus.
Enter blogging…
I think blogging has the potential of being amazing.
Or it can bring you down into the pit of “I’m not that great” despair.
(it’s different from the Pit of Despair that they sent Wesley to in The Princess Bride. But has a similar painful outcome)
It can build you up, and make you an amazing support system that spans the country. (or even the world!)
Or, it can make you feel like you’ve returned to the High School sock-hop. And when your friend got asked to dance, and you didn’t, you suddenly had to fake like….you needed to go to the potty anyway.
So today, I’m proposing the former outcome.
The one about the “support”.
Which makes me think of a bra.
Which makes me think of the ladies on Mad Men who have rocket boobs.
Which makes me think of these awesome ads from the 50′s and 60′s.
(which sounds like a “When you give a Mouse a Cookie” book. Only about bras.)
As you’re blogging.
Or reading blogs.
Or even just deciding what kind of friend you want to be…
Think: “be supportive”
Think: be genuinely ready to GIVE SUPPORT
I find that the super lovely bras, might be cute. But they JUST DON’T HOLD UP MY CHEST.
You know?
The grandma kind, with 6 hooks, padded straps, and a industrial underwire?
I can COUNT on those puppies.
Might not be as cute, but I’m not gonna be worried about flailing around.
Think: They come in pairs
You know. They don’t come alone. There’s always the other one.
No man is an island.
Well, strike that, No Man HAS to be an island.
My husband loves to tell the story of the day he realized that EVERYONE’S legs and feet fell asleep when they sat crossed legged for a long time. He thought it was just his. Until someone else had that experience. And he realized, “hey! That’s not just me!”
If you feel a certain way, chances are at least a couple other people do too. But you gotta be willing to say, “know what’s weird? My legs tingle when I sit like this.”
So that they have the opportunity to say, “Me too!”
Can’t fault people for not being mind-readers.
I hear there aren’t very many of those.
At least that’s what my hubby tells me.
And finally:
Think: I am needed, and important
I often take my bra for granted.
It probably doesn’t realize how MUCH I truly need it.
That one time when I had to do a dance review in college and I wore 3 bras. THEN I appreciated them. They supported me BIG TIME. So I didn’t have to be embarrassed.
Don’t underestimate yourself. Or the power of your intuitions.
Recently, our neighborhood has been challenged to follow through immediately on things we feel or think.
Like if you think, “I ought to give so-and-so a call”
or “I ought to tell her that she really made my day”
we’re supposed to do it. And not just think it.
I LOVE THIS IDEA!
Remember to be supportive. Even though Pinterest is fabulous….think about how much work was put into that idea that you are planning on being “inspired” by. Let’s take a moment to stop and tell that person, “Wow! This really inspired me.” Or, “I can’t wait to try this on my own!” You’ll never know what a difference YOU can make.
I have to say, that through giving up some of my inhabitions about being “less than worthy” I have discovered that most people, popular or not…bloggers or not…
Are just super.
And if they’re not, meh. So what? Maybe you caught them on an off day. Maybe they need YOU to show them that supportive friends can make all the difference. I gotta remind myself daily, almost hourly not to ASSUME what someone might be going through.
We live in a world where people go on TV to be judged, ridiculed, and otherwise told that they aren’t good enough. And we watch it to be entertained! (and don’t get me wrong…I watch too! American Idol? I want to go to there!) I kinda don’t need that in my life, though.
I LOVE the “blog bra” that I have built around me.
It’s the good kind.
With padded straps and a super strong underwire.
I’ve watched it countless times….rally around friends and support them through good times and awful ones.
And what if you don’t feel like you have that around you?
I’m gonna start by trying to be that myself. Trying to fortify my “underwire”, and trying to make sure I can support. Because I know that’s what I wish for. The best way to have your wishes granted….is to start filling them for others.
And that’s about as far as I can take the bra analogy.
Even though I think it’s a good one.
(PS….boy who called me “Dolly Parton” in front of the whole class in 4th grade….I’m still trying not to blame all my life’s problems on you. And comparing bras to good things and great friends is a good start….right?)
I loved this post! I cannot tell you how much it ruins my day (week? month?) when someone leaves a nasty comment on my blog. Because, really? I’m just rambling about my life. And if you don’t like my life, you don’t have to READ my life. Or hate on it. I’ve made a few wonderful friends through blogging, and I always try to put positive vibes out into the universe.
Cuz a good bra- er… BLOG is hard to find, ya know?
~Stop Me if You’ve Heard This One
Wow, all I can say is wow. I laughed, I shed a tear and I read the whole thing again. It’s so true. And it’s so much better to be a girl than a guy because it’s true, a bra holds two friends and no matter how supportive a jock strap is, it’s really only supporting one friend (unless we’re being technical about it, but I don’t think we are
I totally needed to read this today, on a day when I need to call the mom of the boy who is making my first grader’s life unhappy. I will come to her in the spirit of friendship and in the spirit of working things out.
Thanks for sharing!
What a great post! Thank you for it, and thanks for your fun sense of humor!
I love your analogies and I love your writing. I hope I can be a good underwire.
Omygoodness….I LOVE this post. LOVE LOVE LOVE. Love.
Excellent post! I haven’t blogged in ages because I was too busy comparing myself to others. I kept telling myself,”I just want to blog about me, but that’s not good enough.” So I stopped.
Thanks, I think I’ll get back to it tonight! Just be me!
I LOVE THIS!!! I have to admit, I recently went through a sort of “down with the mean girls” frame of thought when I found some of these bigger blogs to be so clique-y and not all that responsive to newer bloggers. I think it’s so important as you go through your blogging adventures, to remember these readers are with you on this journey! Help them when they ask for help because it’s not just the 5 other bloggers that have a zillion followers that keep coming back to support you and comment! I LOVE the support I get and hope that I give in return!! I couldn’t agree more- you just can’t have a too supportive bra!
*Krystina
Cupahotchocolate.blogspot.com
This is so wonderful! I always try to give people encouragement because I know that I would want the same in return. That is why I started blogging a few months ago, to learn, to meet others who may feel the same way I do, and to be inspired.
Thank you for a wonderful post! As usual!
you crack me up! Instead of “saying” I will comment on here, i DID it today! I have always thoroughly ENJOYED reading your ramblings & I think we have alot in common which is why I enjoy your posts. Love everything you do & you just keep being you because I enjoy it! I hope we get the chance to have our paths cross & meet one day – I think we would have a “good time” discussing our rantings! lol
Lara–I love this! You are so clever and a brilliant writer! I never have given my bra enough appreciation. I am now going to look at it with different eyes. It is there for me everyday without fail much like a good and cherished friend! I truly believe that some of the people I have met through my blog have become some of my best and biggest supporters! Such a good reminder to focus on the positive.
I love this post! It’s a call to be better people and i’m taking it literally. Thanks for writing it!
Fabulous post! You really, really got me thinking (which I love). Support is so important when we are putting ourselves out there and being vulnerable for all the world to see. I find there to be a lot of jealousy and competitiveness out there in the blogging world. I don’t play into it – there is enough room for everyone’s creative ideas in the world. Why can’t we all just support one another? The world would be a much more positive place. Thank you so much for this post!!!
Loved it!
You are Rock Star! I hope to have the chance to meet you someday!
Besos Sister!
You’re amazing! I miss your face! I love the idea of acting on impressions. One phone call, from someone who was only a casual acquaintance at the time, changed my life 11 months ago. She felt impressed to call me out of the blue. Little did she know, that she was only one of two people that I knew who could have called me at that moment to give me the answer to something I was struggling with. We’re now starting an huge (scary) adventure from that. I can’t even imagine where we would be if she hadn’t acted on that impression. I cringe to think of all the times I’ve ignored those impressions.
As a AA (bra size…not blog initials…but that, too), I only wear a bra as a formality.
And I guess to keep embarrassing moments at bay when it gets cold. But I vow to be a more bra-like blogger! Can we declare this “Bra-cember”? Like brovember but less awkward family photos?
Aloha,
Charlie
This was a great post. Too often I find myself frustrated that no one commented on a blog post, but when I stop to think, I realize I havent been visiting other’s blogs like I should. I haven’t been leaving those supportive comments I’ve been looking for. Thanks for the important reminder of what blogging can and should be. And I just LOVE the bra analogy.
What a great post! I really love blogging so so much, but it is so easy to get too caught up in it, and it does sometimes feel like high school, being on the outside looking in! But I try to blog and bloglove with honesty. There are so many talented women with so many amazing ideas! What an amazing community it is! Thank you for your honesty!
Jo-Ann
Loved it!!! First time reading your blog and I truly loved it. I think it should be a must read for all women. Thanks
Ya- I have something to say… you CRACK me up! I love all your analogies. I love your writing skill, and I love this post. I am no different from anyone else, I post stuff and I hope for support and comments (because we all love them right) and sometimes I only get a few. I get bummed out or wonder if I have done something wrong etc. etc. I work really hard at commenting on posts especially from my link party. I find a lot of the time I am the only one who comments on some bloggers “linked” posts, but I am always glad that I did. Thanks for your fun inspiring post. xo jen
I love this! I really love the quotes you used! So Brilliant!! You are fantastic – and how true, sometimes I feel like we are in high school trying to jump aboard the popularity train but really we shouldn’t be comparing and should be supporting!!
Lara,
I’m laughing so hard about your husband thinking he’s the only one whose legs fall asleep when crossing them! I get that “is it just me who feels this way?” feeling often. I always love reading your hilarious posts that are mixed with awesome advice and inspiration! I also want to thank you for the support YOU offer to so many bloggers and for your friendship!
I also get hives when I get out of a hot shower…anyone else? I also want to mention I too enjoy bras especially the 6 clasp ones. It’s a challenge I relish and remember good surprises should always come wrapped, my wife taught me that.
This post rocks like fraggles! You are hilarious!
That was amazing! thanks so much for sharing that.
Ellie G–you are FABULOUS! Thanks for always being so uplifting and sharing your wonderful insights and analogies!
That was a great post! Very true. I’ve only ever had one bad comment and it was about a guest poster on my blog. I was like, “seriously? Why even comment, Ms. Anonymous?” Delete.
Love this amazing post! All so true
That was an amazing analogy. I appreciate people who think the way you do. It doesn’t cost anything to give someone a compliment, but we rarely stop and take the time to do so. I guess that’s the problem with the “repinning” of a pin. You may never see the actual post, and therefor at least give some credit to the author or creator. I’ll have to remember that.
Next time we’re together, can you explain (perhaps with a diagram) how one would even wear 3 bras at once?
Wow! I love reading your posts – they are all so uplifting and upbeat! Thanks for sharing your thoughts today.
Ok – first – how can you not love a post that compares blogging to a bra???
Second – everything you said is sooo right on. Thanks so much for reminding us that we should be supportive and encouraging! I also really appreciate the reminder to be thankful and appreciate those who support me!
Have I said how awesome you are?? Cause yeah. You are.
Fantastic post. Full of truth, humour and warmth. I too share the “Dolly Parton” hang ups and so this analogy especially appeal to me too, I’m just not the one clever enough to think of it!
Really, really love this analogy!!! Will be passing it along! Thanks!
You and your blog inspire me often. Loved this post.
thank you for sharing your thoughts…our family is going through a desperately hard time (we are starting to turn a corner i think) and i am so grateful for the amazing people around us who have supported us and who keep supporting and loving us. truer words than yours were never spoken. thank you for sharing with all of us. and reminding us to be supportive to other people.
Outstanding post and truly enjoyable! A bright spot in a sea of often-times negativity..thank you! Words to live by
I just recently discovered your blog and this is one of the best posts I’ve read! So glad I found you!
http://mitralee.blogspot.com/2011/11/owl-house-rehab-and-pumpkins.html
So today, when I posted the part in my blog where I said I looked like a blue velvet sausage I was thinking of your truth in blogging…and the post where you showed us your basement. I figured if you could do it, so could I.
Great Post.
I have just started blogging, and this post is a great motivator to continue. My little blog sometimes feels so small but I love it. I love this post, and am going to share it on my fb page.
I’ll admit, I’ve never been referred to as dolly, but I can understand the “unsupportive” nature of the comment as a 4th grader. Not sure if this angle was to hear feedback more through comments or to not leave unkind comments, but I wish I’d hear more from readers when I share vulnerable posts. That’s the support I need. When I read blogs, I comment…95% of the time. I wish I got the same, but I realize everyone isn’t like me.
You Go Girl!
Great post, Lara. And please tell the hubs that his comment got a laugh out lout from me. Like, a big one! You’re awesome! Both of you!
Seriously!!! You are just too cute! I loved this post, your writing …Everything! Thank you for the great laugh!
Have a great day!
Kirsten
The bra analogy is fabulous.
And even though it’s super funny. it’s very true. I’ve had to catch and stop myself several times after I’ve pinned something I think is super wonderful from closing the window before I actually tell the creator how much I love it. I know comments mean so much to me so whenever I see others’ fabulous work I want to make sure they know I think so. I’ve felt closer an gotten to know the nicest people after leaving them nice comments. More friends are always better. 
I was JUST going to write a post about how blogs and bras are the same!! Ha! Just kidding… I’m not that brilliant. Love it and, in the spirit of adding another hook to the back of your bra, I love ALL your posts. Always funny & always inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing what’s going on inside that noggin of yours.
I was a late bloomer, blogwise… and boobwise. I felt like just when I was slipping on my training bra in the blogging world everybody else was well established in their DD blogs. I kept blogging even though I felt like everybody’s boobs were bigger and fancier… I meant blogs. (I’m totally not scarred for life because of my little boobs. At all!) I blogged for me and that was enough, but the most wonderful thing started happening. People started responding, supporting, and cheering me on. Maybe I won’t ever have a DD blog. I’m okay with that, because the little bra that I have supporting me fits just right. This post was amazing and even though I’m new to your bra, I’m looking forward to reading more of your insights. Thank you!
Thank you for this wonderful post Lara! It is so inspiring for me to read posts like these. There are many times I get caught up in the negativity of the world or the comparisons that can happen when surfing Pinterest or reading other blogs. Sometimes it is hard to remember that blogs show their lives at the Hallmark picture-perfect moments and those may be few and far between. I started a blog a couple of years ago to post about my craft projects. However, I just fell behind on the creating and then felt like a failure. I think this is the inspiration I need to start fresh and focus on writing about my everyday because who knows it could be what someone wants to read. I have also enjoyed reading the comments about how other people have felt similar to me. It is so true that it isn’t until you hear someone else’s experience that you realize all you have in common. I think I am going to try to be a more frequent commenter on blogs that I read. Instead of just bookmarking/pinning an idea that I love, I am going to tell the poster how fabulous I think they are and how I can’t wait to try it! Then if I do try the idea I need to share
I also think this post goes perfectly with the Christmas/Holiday season. Thank you for being a positive force in my day!
Haha! Love you Lara!
Love it. You are amazing and always say what I need to hear!! Thanks for being so friggin fantastic!
Keep up the great work.
Love the bra analogy! Great post and so true.
Awesome!!!!
I’ve been in tears all day – not because of this post – but because it’s just that time….I’ve worked my tail off today sweeping and mopping, and vacuuming – and nothing on my blog…AGAIN…and no sewing, and nothing that was really – all that noticeable. I’m one of those ones you mentioned up there that “feels like I’ve returned to the High School sock-hop. And when my twin sister got asked to dance, and I didn’t, I suddenly had to fake like….I needed to go to the potty anyway.
I’m always feeling like I’m talking to a wall, on my blog, on twitter, on facebook too. Like all of you seem to know each other and now I’m just eavesdropping. Or like I’m all of the sudden a groupy or stalker!!! It sort of sucks…and I’m trying to get over it all and just be me – but also needing time to sew – and work, and volunteer, so – I just totally neglect my blog and the social media aspect of my business – out of fear, which really in the end doesn’t help anyway. I’m in total need of a good blog bra!!!
This was such a great post! totally uplifting! lol! -kg
Thank you, thank you for this post!! It is hilarious, uplifting, and inspiring… exactly what I needed to read tonight. You’re a fabulous writer!!
xo,
Laurie @ Gallamore West
Quite possibly my favorite post ever! Love it! I was just feeling a little bent out of shape today, because my posts keep getting pinned, but hardly anyone leaves a comment. But you know what?? I’ve been so busy that I’ve really been slacking on leaving comments on other blogs. Who am I to complain when I’m doing the same thing that other people are doing! Your writing style is fantastic, the comments left are hysterical and I just LOVE everything about this!!
And you know what?? It’s not so bad being referred to as Dolly Parton. Just ask my 8 year old daughter who’s Christmas list consists of a Dolly Parton doll and tickets to DollyWorld!
Off to share this on my FB page!
Amen, sister! You should totally write an entire book on this…way to inspire all of us in this december when stress can turn the most positive person into a real crazy. Keep on blogging!
Mrs Ellie G, first thing I want to say is your photo is just adorable, every time I see it I think she is a doll, it makes me smile! Second, I am in a blog funk. I have been blogging for about 2 1/2 years now and have recently become discouraged. I read early on, comment and be genuine and I do but I have not made the friends that others talk about. Once I tried to explain to a non blogging friend the great thing about blogging. I told her all I have ever wanted is someone who would craft with me, I’ve never really had a friend who enjoyed making things. When I found blogs I felt like I had found that, I felt like a musician who likes to jam with other musicians but it’s not that way any longer. I rarely hear from anyone particularly since Pinteres startedt. I’m a small blog but in the last week I have had about 30 hits that weren’t from Pinterest, and those people, they just want to walk by, no jammers there. So yeah, lately I am feeling like the last one picked at Red Rover, trying to decide where to go from here.
I love this. You are amazing. That is all.
This post is awesome and so inspiring! You are a fabulous writer and I Love your blog! Keep it up!!
My favorite Lara post yet! I love you Lara.
What a wonderful post! I think this is something that we need to make an effort to do in daily and teach our children to do the same.. I have to say that I haven’t done this as much as I used to and your post was a great reminder. Acknowledgement and a geniune compliment can really make a big difference in someone’s day. Besides – when we give support to others, it comes back two-fold.
SO true girl!! Love that analogy!! Sharing this on our FB
THANK YOU ! 
I just loved this post!! I don’t blog, but I do troll around a lot of them. I usually don’t leave a comment, but I often pin things to pinterest. I am every day amazed and inspired by the creativity I find on your blog as well as many others. And it never really occurred to me that I should thank them for that. I wanted to take a moment today to say “thank you, Ellie G.” for all the inspiration that you and others like you give me every.single.day. You have made me laugh, and have left me frankly awestruck with how creative you are! I admire you for writing such an amazing blog and being brave enough to put it all out there. Today you have inspired me to let the bloggers I frequent know just how awesome they are! I also loved the bra analagy! Simply amazing!! Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!!!
Hi Lara,I’ve really loved reading your post.It is funny,witty and very interesting.I often think I’d like to comment on posts I read even only to say hi,I liked what you’ve written,but sometimes I’m afraid no-one cares if I do,but some days ago I picked up the courage to do so.I think you and all the other bloggers I follow might be interested in knowing that I like what you do,think and what happens in your life,To me it’s like reading a mail from a friend living far away.Keep up the good work!Greetings from Italy.
Awesome post! I am a new reader of your blog and I am a new blogger. This should go into a “Blogging 101 Handbook!” …or feature this on Oprah’s Life Lessons.
What a great lesson for me just starting out and to all that blog/follow blogging and for life in general. You totally ROCK!
Oh my goodness!!! You are amazing! This post was hilarious, well written and so true! I have to say I will never look at bloggers/bras in the same way ever again!!! Thank you so much for your insight and wit…it is truly encouraging!!!
In the interest of being “supportive”, I just have to stop and say how much I love this post! I’m sharing it on my facebook wall, AND I’m now your newest follower. I totally agree with the idea that the blog world should be an “uplifiting” one (get it? haha) That’s why I blog even though I know my blog “isn’t as good” as some others, or even when I think that maybe no one will care about that cute craft I just made. For me, it’s not about the crafts or the recipes. It’s about the friends. Thanks for being my newest one.
Love your blog. Today’s really hit home. I try to always tell someone when they have had a positive impact on any part of my daily life. Tto thank them either face to face or in a note or an email or something. I haven’t taken the time yet to tell you how much I truly enjoy your blog. Thank you!
Wow Great Post! I’m a blog-a-holic and try to post some little Thank you words. It’s always nice as a blogger to know people are reading and enjoy or gather inspiration from something you’ve done or said. The Bra Blog makes me smile but it’s so right on the spot. It made me think of “The Help” where Abilene tells Mae Mobley “You is Kind You is Smart You is important”.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
As a huge part of my underwire, I just have to say that you are amazing and I love you!!
Thank you! I just found your blog and I have been clicking around a bit. Love it! Thanks for encouraging everyone to be a little kinder and a little more appreciative and a little more supportive!
great post…and perfect analogy, thanks! i’ve struggled with those very feelings, too. i had to remind myself that my worth isn’t placed in how many comments i get or how fast my blog is (or isn’t) growing. i just started a new blog about 5-6 weeks ago, and it has been refreshing to start completely over. anyway, thanks for this post. i think you put into words what a lot of us feel…and you made a good point to thank even those whose ideas inspire us on pinterest. gratitude and recognition do so much.
Love this post!
Thanks for this post. I am hopping over from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar. What a good thought to remember to be supportive. I leave a lot of comments, and I try to encourage others. My blog is just a small blog, and I’ve kind of been a slacker at posting, but I always comment on others. If it makes a difference to them, it’s worth it!
I found this post to be very timely. Although my blog may not be as popular, my photos not as strong, my ideas not as original, I am proud of the work I create, and when someone takes a few minutes to tell me what they thought, it makes my whole day. That is the kind of support that encourages me to keep stretching, even when I’m feeling not as sure of myself! Thank you for putting it into words so many of us can relate to!
That was very well put. It inspired me to be better at commenting because I really like it and I know everyone else does too. Thanks for putting it out there.
PS my legs tingle when I cross them too.
Such a great post! I really love it. I always try to be nice and sweet and supportive to everyone, especially in my own little blog world, but I’ll admit, I tend to lean towards being an Island myself. I’m always there to cheer someone else on and help them when I can, but I’m really not that great at making and sustaining true friendships – especially with other bloggers. Don’t get me wrong, I really try. But believe it or not, I’m insecure about myself and assume that people don’t really like the “real” me. They like the “online blog” me. I’ve been very hurt in the past by people that I considered to be good friends (different people on different occasions) so now I’m really jaded and just assume that most people don’t really like me, they are just using me for whatever reason and when they get what they want, they will drop me. I know this makes me sound so pathetic and insecure, but it’s the truth. I really do feel like this.
Anyway, back on topic here… your post was really great, and I do agree that blogging is much sweeter when you have friends supporting you and cheering you on, and when you are supportive of them as well. You’ve motivated me to try to be a better friend – not just helpful, but an actual friend. I’m good at keeping the walls up, and I need to let other people in. So, wanna me friends?
xoxo
Allison @ House of Hepworths
Allison… me, too… In fact, one of the things that has really surprised me about blogging is the relationship aspect.. I’ve built a protective wall around myself for so long, that I am so surprised to find people being so supportive and interactive and kind. And to find others that are goofy and think differently is amazing. I am trying to let go of the hurt and embrace this amazing new life. I never dreamed I would have and “online” life, but it has allowed me to connect with others in a way I have never been able to… I am starting to stop worrying about what people might think of me and how I see the world.
So, here’s to being yourself and finding others that are surprisingly similar!
Thanks so much for your thoughts and insights, Ellie! Let’s be friends. Albeit, wacky ones…but that’s O.K. It’s more than O.K. It’s beautiful.
What a great post! I got my first mean blog related comment last night. (Actually it came over a month ago, on Facebook when I first announced my blog, but I’ve been so busy with the blog that I didn’t see it sitting there on my wall.) It was from a family member, and while we aren’t close, it still stings. Then I think about all of the other comments I receive on my blog and how supportive everyone else has been. I have found a beautiful new community and I am so thankful for it. I know how much comments mean to me. I will comment on bigger blogs if I am inspired, but I seek out the other newbies like myself to spread the comment cheer because I know how much it means to me. I hate to see people put so much love and work into their blog and then have nobody respond.
I just loved this post!! Thanks for making me laugh; thanks for making me think.
Love this- great timing for a newbie like me. Just getting started and so overwhelmed with insecurity. I need to bookmark this as a reminder to stay focused on being a friend first.
I LOVE this! I love the analogy and you wrote this beautifully. P.S. I am couldn’t agree more with the title of your blog, I always eat my frosting first
What a fun post. Thanks for the encouragement!
I love, love, LOVE this post. I’ve never understood mean, snarky comments any more than I understood mean cliques in HS. Love that you put this out there.
Totally inspirational and awesome. Way better than the way I would have said it, which would have been, “stop being sucky and be awesome instead.”
People like you make the internet and blogland awesome! I love your post!
Great post! Really love the analogy.
Oh Lara Dear….you make me laugh. And so does your husband. Sometimes I like to read the comments but there were way toooo many this time. As I was scrolling down I saw Patrick’s though and it made me laugh. Your two are 2 peas in a pod, 2 boobs in a bra, 2 balls in a …. you get the idea. Thanks for being me farting friend. I’m a lucky girl! And if you weren’t referring to our friendship….well then…oh well!
Meg told me what a great writer you are (as she was going on and on about this wonderful blog of yours) and she wasn’t kidding! That was fabulous! thanks for it and also it was great meeting you at the cookie exchange today. (I was that girl with megan who had a pink headband) anyways… its good to know you!
Got here via the idea room and her one-word resolution. This is an awesome analogy! I want to be better at blogging, but I kind of shy away from making it an online journal. I mostly started one to share pics of my kids. But I enjoy reading other people’s posts so maybe I ought to just dive in and share my thoughts sometimes. Hm.
What inspiring words! So glad I found you.