today is the 2nd anniversary (birthday?) of living with healthy hunger!
in my 1-year anniversary post, I said this,
I started this blog to share my thoughts and experiences about being hungry for a healthy, fulfilling life, including nourishing my body with smart food choices. I didn’t realize just how much blogging would change my life, but it has, and I am so thankful!
the same holds true today. I love blogging. I don’t spend as much time involved in the blogging community as I used to, but I still appreciate the community, and I’m inspired by countless bloggers. I post about a variety of topics these days, often photo-heavy. blogging is a fulfilling way for me to create a digital document of life.
when I started the blog 2 years ago, I was feeling rather lost. I knew I had passions, but I didn’t know exactly how to apply them to my daily life. the blog became an outlet for me to share my thoughts about making choices to live a healthy life.
when I think back to the day I chose a name and bought the URL for this blog, it becomes crystal clear that the past 2 years of blogging, sharing, and connecting led me (and B!) to NYC, and essentially straight into the social media job of my dreams.
Integrative Nutrition’s curriculum is directly related to the reason I started this blog:
- to find fulfillment in our relationships, career, spirituality/religion, and fitness
- to focus on eating whole foods that nourish our bodies based on individual needs
Billy likes to remind me that I worked hard and dedicated a lot of time to achieving my goals, and for the 1st time in my work-life, I can confidently say that I’m doing what I love and loving what I do. I will continue to express my sincerest gratitude for this!
Billy and I went to the roof to check out the Venus transit on Tuesday night.
while up there, I was reminded that the high line is basically our backyard. you can see it in the bottom left of this photo:
and we agreed to go for an after dinner walk.
it’s easy to get comfortable in a routine. arrive home from work. put bike away. wash face. get in pajamas. cook dinner. eat dinner on the couch. watch some TV (Billy). work on photos/blogging (me). brush teeth. get in bed. zzzz.
and nights like that are wonderful! I love them.
but I also love the exhilaration of stepping outside and getting involved in the world.
today, that’s my definition of living with healthy hunger.
if you’re still reading, thank you! thank you a million times for reading here, and for your fun, thoughtful, supportive comments. they mean the world to me. so do you.
love,
Happy 2 year blog anniversary!!! Thank you for being you as always.
Happy Anniversary to your blog, Dorry! I am glad that it has had such a positive impact on your life… kind of like the positive impact your blog has had on mine, and those of many others
looks like a lovely after-dinner walk.
thank you, Danielle! such sweet words. let’s make a plan to get together soon! xo
Happy two years!! I still can’t believe it’s *only* been two, seems so much longer!! I am so glad to have connected with you almost the entire two years (I think??) and shared in all that you have learned, grown, and continue to learn. You are incredibly inspiring with your motivational words, simple and balanced way of life and I just love reading! And hope we can connect LIVE very very soon
(PS I agree on the getting out vs. staying in thing…a switch up sometimes is just perfect!)
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I know, right? 2 years has flown by, but so much has changed! I’m so thankful we connected when we did, and I appreciate your sweet words! your writing and your honesty inspire me every single day. yes, let’s make the LIVE meeting happen – hopefully this summer!
Congratulations on 2 years!
xoxo
BIG CHILLS here, Dor! two years since I met you… one of my dearest friends online. Billy is absolutely right – you have put great work and dedication to your mission and your dreams, and I am incredibly proud of your journey, your message and you! you provide inspiration with every post, sometimes deep and sometimes smiling fun. I am happily lucky to call you a friend, and can’t wait to get to NYC to see you!
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I tweeted you about this, but thank you for this loving comment! it made my day last week, and makes me smile reading it again right now. please come to NYC!!!!!!!! <3
I remember talking to you when you guys came out for the championship game about starting a blog and was so inspired when you did it! Congratulations on everything you’ve created! Great going, girl!!
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thanks, Em! you’ve always been an inspiration to me! hope y’all can make it out to NYC sometime this year, or maybe we can make out there. I could use a good hike.
I LOVE your blog “mission” or “definition” — its a beautiful way of living your life, so real, so full, so fulfilling. You have so blossomed and grown even in just the past year since you celebrating your first blogoversary. It’s so fun to be along for the ride, and I’ve LOVED getting to know you even better than ever this year than last. You’re the best. xo!
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thank you, Jess! your kinds words mean so much to me! I find so much inspiration in your blog posts, and appreciate you! cheers to being REAL LIFE friends ASAP, hopefully this summer! xo
now that is worth celebrating! ANd i wish i could come celebrate with you. Call me soon! i want to hear more!
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It still sounds weird to say, but I can’t imagine life without the community that is found through this medium. It’s an odd way to share parts of our lives, thoughts and actions, but this is such an amazing example of what can happen when you put yourself “out there”!
Still so elated for you, and love that this new phase coincides with a very appropriate anniversary!
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CONGRATS on 2 wonderful years!!
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