Blogs I follow…

I’m constantly amazed at some of the wonderful blogs that I’m finding on WordPress. They are heartwarming, thought-provoking, educational, inspirational, encouraging, and hilarious. I’d like to share with you some that I follow.  They cover writing, art, humor, family, photography, life, values, and so much more, and are listed here in no particular order.

http://year-struck.com/ - this lady writes from the heart, sharing her life stories and her wonderful sense of humor.  She will keep you in stitches.

http://fiftyfourandahalf.com/ - Elyse tells it like it is and keeps you laughing.

http://worrywarts-guide-to-weight-sex-and-marriage.com/ - an experienced blogger and empty-nester ‘splattering’ her comments about life – another must-read.

http://prairiewisdom.wordpress.com/ - growing up in the home of a storyteller, she uses this as an outlet for humor, creativity and variety while embracing life. 

http://barbfroman.wordpress.com/ - in Before Morning Break, the quote on Barb’s About page by Douglas Adams, “Flying is learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss” gives us an idea of what’s in store…enjoy it.  She’s a joy to read.

http://wingsofwonder.wordpress.com/ - Linda is an artist and  accomplished writer following her creative muse

http://cbwentworth.wordpress.com/ - C. B. is another writer and artist “just following her muse”

 http://theothersideof55.wordpress.com/ - Margo shares her “irreverent, nostalgic and sometimes cynical look at life”…a must-read!

http://notquiteold.wordpress.com/ - everyone’s funny little sister will keep you in stitches.

http://gogreygirl.wordpress.com/ - beautiful photographs and wonderful comments from western Canada

http://mostlybrightideas.wordpress.com/ - “Some of these thoughts make sense.  But don’t count on it.”…Charles gives us his thoughts as he works his way towards the empty nest.

http://sugarwithdrawal.wordpress.com/ - I enjoy the “adventures in and out of Sugarlandia” from a like-minded iPad addict

http://snoringdogstudio.wordpress.com/ - she gives us her life observations and some of her art

http://writingfeemail.wordpress.com/ -  Renee Johnson is a writer of travel and life experiences and an author of romance novels.

http://spaark.wordpress.com/ - Spa’ark is artistically afflicted – she explores, creates, and inspires.

http://emjayandthem.com/ -  “one woman’s observations on her way through life…” has some heart-warming words for us.

http://dbclemons.wordpress.com/ - this art blog has beautifully executed drawings and as well as much knowledge to share!

http://erikrdavis.com/ - Erik’s adorable whimsical sketches that are a joy to see.

http://1storyaweek.wordpress.com/ - ”Short stories to make you laugh or think.  The world needs more of both”…this is a very talented writer.

http://arielanajman.wordpress.com/ - Ariela is a designer sharing her inspirations, thoughts, and creations.

http://brainrants.wordpress.com/ - today’s military best lets off some steam.

http://momshieb.wordpress.com/ - like many of us, she is “coming to terms with [her] empty nest” and shares her thoughts.

http://thesimplecountrylife.com/the-country-man-himself/ - a prairie woman who “enjoys each season in life.”

http://megtraveling.com/ - this is a great travel blog!

http://detrimentallydisgruntled.wordpress.com/ - an 18-year-old artistic blogger, Rebecca-Jayne is trying to find her way in the world.  I think she will do just fine!

http://illustrationconcentration.wordpress.com/  – the wannabe artist in me is always looking for other artists’ works to keep me inspired.

http://askanadulttohelp.wordpress.com/ - more artist inspiration from New Zealand

http://candypingpong.wordpress.com/ - “just another artistic inspiration” showcases many artists.

http://imaginactory.com/ - Craig provides us with small town humor and his beautiful art…great mix.

http://dailycraftproject.wordpress.com/ - “…a daily crafting journey”… where does she come up with so many ideas? 

http://erinhillmyblog.wordpress.com/ - paintings

http://theinbetweengirls.wordpress.com/ - she’s not skinny but that doesn’t mean she’s fat.

http://janabouc.wordpress.com/ - painting, sketching, learning and living an artful life in the San Francisco Bay area

http://jennifertracy.wordpress.com/ - freelance muralist and illustrator archiving her work

http://jhoustonarts.wordpress.com/ - creative outlet of an art student at ASU

http://aboutsketching.wordpress.com/ - K.A.Renninger’s drawings and her experiences related to them

http://belleofthecarnival.com/ – musings of a gal trapped in the suburban carnival

http://koshersamurai.wordpress.com/ - he came, he saw, he blogged…a Jewish/Italian defense lawyer living in Toronto.

http://leslielaughs.com/ - she’s “…writing it out, laughing it up, and seeing with new eyes!”

http://bungahead.wordpress.com/ - Sara, a freelance writer and artist, says “…it’s not a hairdo.  It’s a lifestyle.”  She also has WWFD posts…What Would Fannie (Farmer) Do.

http://maggiecakes.wordpress.com/ - for the technically challenged, Maggie has great information and comments.

http://ooobop.com/ - “The joys of fashion sewing and design” from a young Englishwoman

http://reasonablyludicrous.com/ - they tells us “…if you feel like laughing, especially at people who are less successful than you are, go ahead and stay a while.”  The stories and illustrations will keep you smiling.  And they were actually Freshly Pressed on their first post!

http://richripley.wordpress.com/ - “…a full day’s worth of fiber, in convenient blog form” from a down-to-earth reincarnation of Johnny Carson?

http://suehealy.wordpress.com/ - this writing instructor has wonderful tips for those wanna-be writers among us.

http://thecraftysisters.com/ - two sets of sisters who love crafts

http://theurbanhippie.wordpress.com/ - photographs and snapshots of everyday life

http://vsbjorge.wordpress.com/ - Victoria from Norway shares her art work

http://ivebecomemyparents.com/ - he shares with us things that his son needs to know before he grows up to be just like him.  Some of us have ‘been there, done that’ and totally understand where he’s coming from.  You will enjoy.

http://sharingourpast.wordpress.com/ - family stories and letters to share.

http://dearbornhistory.blogspot.com/ – stories and letters about growing up in Dearborn.

http://whatidoisme.wordpress.com/ - artist Sue Brown’s A Creative Place to Be 

http://dianezone.wordpress.com/ - Diane shares her ‘art zone.’

http://kirstenlopresti.wordpress.com/ - Kirsten writes young adult novels and has some ideas anyone could use.

 http://uponatlas.wordpress.com/ - a very young and talented Australian writer.

http://erlamariablog.wordpress.com/ - a sneak peek into illustrator Erla Maria’s Life

http://littleskew.wordpress.com/ – another artist

http://abolg.wordpress.com/ – W. R. Woolf has a unique style of writing.  I especially like “2 Love.”

http://thediscoverblog.com/ - for the genealogists out there, you may enjoy this Library and Archives Canada Blog.