Can you believe it?
200 whole individual follower people!
That’s 199 people I don’t know and my mum! Hi mum đ!
Extraordinary stuff.
Where do I begin?
Of course it’s been a long and arduous journey since I started blogging, with many ups and downs along the way, but to reach 200 followers is beyond my wildest expectations! (I’m guessing it’s beyond anybody’s wildest expectations!)
Couple this with winning what can only be described as the blogging equivalent of an Oscar last month, one could only conclude this is the finest blog in the entire blogosphere!
But don’t take my word for it, just ask my mum!
Now please bare with me while I try to be serious for a second…
I genuinely want to thank all of you who have taken the time to read my pokey little blog this year.
I started blogging because I wanted to help others in some way, shape or from, while also improve my limited skills as a writer. Having overcome a number of personal issues with depression and anxiety in recent years, I also believed I had something more to offer than simply telling people how great they are (which of course they are).
I’ve no idea if much my words have had any effect, but I can say with absolute certainty your words have helped me enormously. If I got into this because I enjoy writing, connecting with all of you lovely people is what will keep me in the game for much longer.
The sheer number of amazing individuals all trying to help one another become better people is truly inspiring. It really has been a great things to feed off of, especially this year.
To each and every one of you – for helping to teach me, to challenge my very limited ways of thinking, for engaging me with humour, love and compassion – thank you all so so much. You have all been a massive silver lining to the monstrous storm cloud that is 2020.
Love to all,
AP2.
Clear Air Turbulence 
Congratulatons!
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Thank you đ
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Congrats mate!! You’re an inspiration.
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Thanks beyondthought1 – As are you! đ
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Congratulations buddy.
You are really doing a great job.
And I’m sure you’ll have an amazing crowd in no time.
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Thanks so much Ritish. That means a lot. Iâm not worried about the numbers at the end of the day. Connecting with wonderful individuals such as yourself has already made it immensely rewarding. Wishing you all the best đ
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Kept these stats for motivation.
Otherwise the real happiness lies when you get that love and appreciation from the community.
I’m glad that I’m part of this and found your blog too.
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Hey Pilot, it’s no surprise to me at your blogging accomplishment’s. Combine interesting topics with an author with caring human perspectives and a personal “that’s me take it or leave it” attitude â and Viola! Success!
Congrats man, well deserved. May you even “fly Higher” in the future!
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Thanks Wayne – I’m not sure how much of an accomplishment it is but I’m very humbled that 200 people would take the time to read the very stupid things I have to say, occasionally! Honestly it’s connecting with like minded individuals such as yourself that has made it so rewarding for me. If I fly any higher I might end up in space! đ
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Good stuff pilot! Connecting with others world-wide is the key and it is amazing! Can I ask you how long you’ve been blogging? And what you’ve learned about the process so far? Being a relative newbie blogger myself, I’m always interested in what other bloggers are doing for success. Thanks Spaceman? đ€
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I started the blog in December last year but didn’t do anything with it till April – I’ve been consistently writing since then. So 4-5 months I’d say. I’ve learnt a lot in that time. First that blogging is much harder work that I first presumed – if you want to grow an audience at least. One thing that kept me motivated was reading somewhere that getting your first 100 followers is the hardest thing you’ll ever do as a blogger. Most people give up and so most other people don’t bother following people with less than 100 (so I was told). Honestly the second 100 has come a lot quicker which checks out. I’m hoping for a continued trend! If anything I’d say that networking has had the biggest effect. The same way how you commented on my blog I found you and my life has never been the same since đ! Reaching out/searching for blogs you like and commenting – offering help and suggestions to other people. I try to comment on all sorts of blogs – but often people who I think might be struggling mentally. I spend nearly as much time doing that as I do writing. Some people are far better at the game than I am. I follow one guys blog Cristian Mihai https://artofblogging.net – gives out tons of great advice all the time. Hope this helps Wayne. You’re a great writer – I’ve no doubt you could amass quite the following!
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Okay thanks Pilot! I do know of Cristian and check in now and then and since I’ve been only blogging for about 7 months now â I suppose I’m on track, though perhaps a little impatient? Talk with you later man. Thanks again!
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Wow congratulations!!
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Thanks Pooja – not quite 17k but it’s a start!
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200 is still an awesome milestone for sure!
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Thanks Pooja. Really appreciate the encouragement coming for you đ
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Congratulations!
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Thank you Mahesh đ
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Keep growing..your words have all the ingredients to become a blogging superstar… WordPress community is amazing…
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Thanks Piyush – I appreciate the encouragement!! I agree – the WordPress community is awesome đ
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Congratulations đ
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Thank you KK đ
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congrats!! keep growing đ
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Thank you. Will do đ
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Congratulations on this milestone đ
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Thank you đ
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Congratulations
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Thank you susie đ
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Your welcome
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Thank you for being one of those shining lights within this wonderful community.
Peace to you, and your continued journey through 2020.
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Thanks Hamish. Peace back to you brother đ
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It’s so fun to see a blog grow and to connect to people all over the world. Congrats having so many readers and keep up blogging!
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Thank you. I appreciate your encouragement đ
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You’re welcome đ
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Congratulations
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Thank you đ
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Congratulations keep going
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Thank you. Iâm nearly at 500 now đđ
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WoW that’s great go on
I am your new follower you may also support me by following
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