Blog by VONNIE DAVIS -- International, Award-Winning Romance Author: Adventurous...Humorous...Amorous.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

A Celebration! 50,000 Visitors to Vintage Vonnie




 
A little over 3 years ago, I attended Virginia's Festival of the Book. I sat in on a workshop about self-promotion. The speaker insisted  having a blog was imperative in reaching readers. Unfortunately, what I knew about blogging you could have fed to a parakeet for lunch. Still, I thought how hard could it be? Right? Obviously I had a lot to learn. My first posts were awkward ramblings. Now, after 3 years, my posts are still ramblings, just a tad less awkward.





I've found I love blogging. What I adore the most are the delightful people I've met along the way.

So, here we are at a milestone: 50,000 visits!

We ought to celebrate, right?

 
Follow my blog, if you don't already, and leave a comment to be eligible for a copy of one of my books. Your choice. I'm chosing 3 winners. One for every year Vintage Vonnie has been in the blog-o-sphere.

38 comments:

Margo Hoornstra said...

Wow, Vonnie. I can't imagine reaching the milestone you have. Congratulations.

Joanne Stewart said...

Vonnie, honey, I want to be you when I grow up. lol I've currently got all your books, so count me out of the contest. But I will tweet and share for ya! Just wanted to say congrats. People love you and I think this just proves it. Congrats. :)

Rolynn Anderson said...

Congrats, my friend, not only on being the blogging energizer bunny but on your award for THOSE VIOLET EYES! What you've accomplished in three years is astounding. SO proud of you! Rolynn

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Thank you, Margo. The hardest part of this process was getting people to follow. I love every one of my 232 followers!!!

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Oh, Joanne, you are a treasure. Truly. And I love that you have all my books. Woot! How cool is that?

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

My dear Rolynn of the famous Scottish Terror...lol...the bad part of me wants to stop right there. Oh Gawd, I'm giddy this morning. Let's begin again, shall we? My dear Rolynn of the famous Scottisf terrior, thanks for your sweet comments. I was blown away when THOSE VIOLET EYES won first place. I haven't been right since, as you can see!

Jannine Gallant said...

Congrats on your milestone, Vonnie. You always entertain, which is why people keep coming back. I also have to say I'm incredibly impressed by your sidebar list of WIP. 4 at one time? Go get 'em, lady!

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Thanks, Jannine! As for the sidebar WIP's, they are proof positive I must have ADD. LOL Characters come and insist. I start their stories and then add to them when I hit a wall in another project.

Unknown said...

Huge success Vonnie! Congrats to you. Keep up the good work!

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Thanks so much, Taylor Anne. You're so kind.

Unknown said...

Hi Vonnie. Congratulations on fifty thousand visits to your blog. WOW! I love your blog posts. You're always warm and funny and often get down to the nitty gritty of the subject. Being a fellow blogger, I just want to say thank you because you inspire me and in this short time that I've been this writer's world I have learned so much from you. :)

Angela Adams said...

Congratulations, Vonnie! Here's to 50,000 more visits!

Jan Hougland said...

So happy for you reaching this blog goal, Vonnie...truly a milestone event that deserves celebration! I first met you on the Cowboy/Lawman Blog and am now following your blog as it is so interesting. jdh2690@gmail.com

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Thanks, Georgie. We all learn from each other, and I think that's a marvelous thing. I'm tickled to have you as one of my followers. So glad the teaching practices are going so well for you. Your students are very fortunate!

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Thanks Angela. It seems like a long 3 years to reach this point, but it's been fun.

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Hi my sweet Janice. I'm so glad you found my blog! I'm also thankful to have you as a follower.

Alana Lorens said...

Your warm and lovely attitude is what helps fuel this blog, and we're all the better for it. Best wishes for another 50K!

Patricia said...

I can't believe I wasn't already following your blog. I'm such a dork. Well, now I'm signed up.
Congratulations on reaching 50,000. I can't EVEN imagine.
Patti

Mona Risk said...

Congrats, Vonnie. You do have a beautiful and lively blog. Mona Risk from my iPad

Maggie Toussaint said...

You're doing great to have had 50,000 visitors, Vonnie. Your blog is so bright and attractive. It's a pleasure to visit here.

Paisley Kirkpatrick said...

I am so glad you love blogging,Vonnie, because I love your blogs. You are such a delight and your personality comes through loud and clear in your blogging. Please don't ever change. You are so much fun to visit with.

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Oh, hugs to you Alana for your kind words. You made me blush.

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Patti, so glad you signed up to follow. Whoot! Thanks for stoppin by.

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Mona, thanks for stopping in from your busy day.

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Maggie, thanks for stopping in when you're on a whirlwind with your awesome Amazon rankings and all the promo that goes with that. So excited for you!

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

My sweet friend, Paisley. You're always so supportive. I'm working on the book that bears your name. I might beg you to be my beta reader.

Paisley Kirkpatrick said...

I'd be honored, Vonnie. :) Smoochies!

Calisa Rhose said...

Congrats on the award and for the mile-marker of followers! Put me down for a book and I'll figure out which one I don't have...if there is one I don't have...at least in ebook format.

If not, then just huge congrats!

Unknown said...

50,000!! That's something to be proud of. Just signed up & can't wait to start being part of it!

Liz Flaherty said...

Good for you, Vonnie!

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Paisley...really??? **SQUEE!!**

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

You got it, Calisa. You've been a big supporter here at Vintage Vonnie and I thank you for that.

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Oh, Leanne, I'm so thrilled you signed up. Thanks, hon.

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Thanks, Liz. It's been an exciting week.

Unknown said...

Truly awesome Vonnie! Keep up the great writing.

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Thanks so much, Charlotte. Keep checking back on me to help keep me in line...you know how I get. LOL

Christine Elaine Black said...

Big congratties on the numbers, the wins and the books. Wow, I'm tired just reading about it all.
Parakeets, lunch... too funny!! Enjoy your success. :):)

Vonnie Davis ~ Romance Author said...

Thanks, Christine. I didn't start on this writing journey until I was in my sixties, so I feel I have to work like a fool to catch up.