It is four years that I have been blogging...I can hardly believe it..! Where did those four years go? Okay. The BEST part of blogging, besides writing about anything you want.....The Wonderful People one meets! And I am no different when it comes to that. I have met so many special dear people from all over the world, in these four years. AMAZING.
There are some people who have been reading my blog---for almost these entire four years....dear Rachel ('Sliding Through Life') in Kentucky and dear Judy in North Carolina and dear Sonia in Brazil.....All on my sidebar.....these are the three who come to mind immediately. Plus, Chickie in Florida and Colleen in Virginia, and Deana in Virginia, and Mar in Spain, too.....
More wonderful people came along pretty soon after in those first months, and they are all on my sidebar, like DesLily, Jammie J., Jamie Dawn, Joared, Mamacita, Melody, Pat @ Pi, Rain, Shionge, Terri, and "VV".....most of them came in that first year...And Craziequeen and Jane both of whom were early followers but haven't visited in a long time.....And many many others, too....So many wonderful people, all younger than me---but ageless in their attitudes and caring.....And then everyone else who has come along as time has gone by, all really special wonderful people......and here we all are, four years later......WOW!
It was Danny Miller ('Jew Eat Yet'...side bar) and his dear wife, Kendall Hailey, who got me started blogging....Kendall is the daughter of two very very old friends of mine here in Los Angeles...the wonderfully talented playwright Oliver Hailey---gone from this earth now, and his dear and incredibly talented wife, the exquisite writer, Elizabeth Forsythe Hailey---otherwise known as Betsy. Kendall was a little girl when I first met her...now, Kendall and Danny are married and have a dear sweet little baby boy, and Danny has been blogging for much longer than I have! Much inspiration about life, love, children, talent, and deep deep caring, can be found on Danny's Blog.
And as to my four year Anniversary.....Who knew? Who would have guessed that Blogging could and would, connect me up to so very many wonderful special people---from Norway and Australia and New Zealand and The United Kingdom, (many many dear and wonderful people from the U.K......) And Singapore, etc., etc., etc.......
Who would have thought that I would still be "blogging", and now starting into my fifth year? Certainly Not Me. But here I am. Still here. I congratulate myself for hanging in there for these four amazing years......! And I thank each and everyone of you who come and read my blog, with all my heart. You all enrich my life greatly in so very many ways. And you know what? It would be great fun if those of you who never comment decided that today was a wonderful day to just say "HI"!
More To Come...........
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Wow, 4 years! I found you at Jammie J's blog and I'm so glad I clicked over. I have so enjoyed reading you all these years. Yay and Cheers and here's to many more!
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 12:59:00 AM PDT
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I've enjoyed every moment of all of your blogging Naomi! You help me to travel and meet the most interesting people ..and we won't mention how I love the photos from the Ladies who Lunch!!
Would you believe it.. this is my 4th Anniversay for blogging too! I didn't post on it yet though..
My first post was about my"golden years" and the lack of medical care for the elderly..heh.. some things never change! lol
I love you and your posts Naomi! I hope you never stop writing!- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 3:44:00 AM PDT
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had this to say:
Happy 4th anniversary! I have been reading your blog for at least a year and do not think I have ever commented. You write so eloquently that I think my comments would be inadequate. Thank you for sharing your experiences and allowing me to see places I would never see otherwise. Your gift for photographing flowers is amazing as well.
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 3:51:00 AM PDT
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I've been a "lurker" of your blog for over a year....I don't seem to have time to blog myself, but, I have thoroughly enjoyed reading yours. I love your zest for life and friendship.....your joy over the beauty of nature and the preciousness of friends leaps off the screen from your blog and brightens my day when I read it. Congrats on your 4th anniversary - here's wishing you many, many more happy years of blogging!....vicki
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 4:47:00 AM PDT
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Congratulations on 4 successful years of blogging!! I still remember your brown template...!! It's been a lovely journey, it's always a pleasure to visit your blog!!
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 5:47:00 AM PDT
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I can certainly say that meeting you has been one of the best things about blogging! Happy Anniversary! My 4th is close by too. I hope you have many years and fun stories to come.
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 6:10:00 AM PDT
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I am VERY glad you started blogging. I found you via Chickie. Happy Blogaversary Naomi!
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 6:34:00 AM PDT
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Happy 4th year anniversary. Fruit and flowers are correct but you will have to settle for thoughts from me.
Judy sent me and I am so glad.
"It was Danny Miller ('Jew Eat Yet'...side bar) and his dear wife, Kendall Hailey, who got me started blogging."
So thank you Danny and Kendall.- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 6:48:00 AM PDT
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Glad I picked today to reenter the blogging world! Congrats!
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 8:02:00 AM PDT
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Four years makes you an early adopter of the whole blog thing - way to go for hanging in there!
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 8:08:00 AM PDT
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Congratulations dear Naomi and long may you continue. I remember thinking whet a pretty blog - I think I must have discovered you through Michelle - so bless her cotton socks. And I've been a fan ever since. So often I think when writing about the theatre or film - well Naomi at least will know what I'm talking about and you never let me down.
A great big hug.- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 8:28:00 AM PDT
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I'm so glad you hang in there
you really class up the joint
and you're always so incredibly interesting to read
Happy 4 Lady!!- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 9:22:00 AM PDT
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had this to say:
Hi Naomi, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY 4 Years that you have been posting, and you have enriched all of our lives, regardless if we Blog or just read our selves. Think that we all get in our own little worlds. Kinda like being in a cave. So Thank You, for sharing, people, places and things that would never be part of my world if not for your blog. You do brighten my mundane life. Keep on Blogging.
Fondly
Pat from NY- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 9:48:00 AM PDT
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Well done! I think its almost my time too.... [muses]
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 10:01:00 AM PDT
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Congratulations for keeping at it for four whole years, Naomi. I must admit I really enjoy your blog as you always have something interesting to talk about, whether it is your charming lunch and party friends, or your garden, or your birds, or old Hollywood. And I hoipe to keep visiting..... here's to the future, let's raise a glass to blogging!! Cheers!
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 10:15:00 AM PDT
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Dear Naomi,
your blog is one the best that exists.
You are simply a great storyteller, and it reveals your profession through many years in entertaiment.
And I must admit, talking to you on the Phone, is really something that spice my everyday life. I wish I could find the opportunity to just pop over for a Lunch. But - it's a long way from Oslo, Norway, to the Lady in the Hills.
But never say never....
btw. Do you know who id 50 on Oct 5?
It's Mrs Lifecruiser. Present in Prague.
RennyBA and I ordered a special Breakfast Room Service with Flowers and Champagne this morning.
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4 years of blogging. Fantastic. You started before me.
Let it be many more years, my dear.
hugs
T and A in Oslo- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 3:11:00 PM PDT
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Happy Anniversary! Reading your blog is a gift I give myself. Blessings
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 3:58:00 PM PDT
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Four years is a long time! Congrats and Happy Anniversary, my friend!!
Blogging has opened up new doors to us and it's wonderful to connect with so many different people from all over the world. It's amazing when you think about it!
I don't remember exactly how I found you, but I believe it was through Jamie Dawn's blog. Your sweet comment made me want to pop in and check out your blog for myself...and I'm so glad I did!! :)- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 4:16:00 PM PDT
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Naomi, we would all be so sad if you quit!! Congratulations on reaching 4 years - and I hope that both of us will be blogging well into the next decade!!
- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 4:31:00 PM PDT
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4 years is a long time in the blogging world!! Congratuations for keeping your blog so fresh and vibrant for all those years too! I've only been coming here for the last few months and have enjoyed you and your wonderful blog so much!
Here's to the next 4 years!- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 4:33:00 PM PDT
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Happy 4 years, my dearest dear. I'm so glad you're here in my virtual world, as well as my "real" world. :) You're a treasure trove of blessings to me.
xo- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 9:27:00 PM PDT
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had this to say:
I have been a long time lurker. I don't have a blog but there a few that I read often and enjoy very much.I love your blog , it is so interesting and I love seeing your pictures, nature,family, friends, far away places that I could only dream of visiting.What a wonderful life..thanks for sharing.Happy Anniversary
Morgan from Canada- Monday, October 5, 2009 at 9:46:00 PM PDT
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I'm a day late, but congratulations and Happy Blog-o-versary, sugar! xoxox
- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 3:35:00 AM PDT
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had this to say:
Hi Naomi: I found you thru Rick Rockhill's blog and it was the greatest find for me.
I enjoy reading all your stories of old Hollywood, going "sightseeing" with you, and peeking in on "Ladies Who Lunch".
You have taught me some savvy photo skills and provided wonderful MS info to me via mail. It was great to talk to you on the phone - not too many bloggers do that, so I am thankful.
Happy Anniversary, may you blog for many more!
Love,
Anne- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 4:11:00 AM PDT
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Wow four years already..I am on my 3rd year already. It will be 3 years on November 1st..But congrats on blogging this long. I have enjoyed myself since I have been here and I hope you have enjoyed visiting back..
- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 7:21:00 AM PDT
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congrats 4 years you go girl! how's are friend ron doing? so loving his character. tell him great job we love him! congrats again on 4 years!!!
kisses- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 7:34:00 AM PDT
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Congratulations on 4 years of blogging!! You are awesome and one of my favorite visits in the blogsphere! Hugs to you!
- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 9:14:00 AM PDT
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Dear Naomi, Happy Fourth Anniversary of Here in The Hills! Congratulations!
Many thanks for mention my name on your Birthday Post! You were one of the very first blogfriends I met and really I can certainly say that meeting you has been one of the best things on blogosphere. Did you believe that (like Mar) I still remember your brown template? Lol!
You are very, very special to me and I value your friendship, more than I can say. I'm so happy to be able to call you a friend.
I always LOVE visiting your wonderful blog, reading your amazing stories and looking your gorgeous photos! I look forward visiting it for many more years to come.
Happy Blog Anniversary, my dear Naomy!
A big hug to you!- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 10:51:00 AM PDT
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Yeah! Congrats on your 4th anniversary. I started blogging around the same time as you, but with deleting blogs and starting over, I have no idea of my original start date. I'm so glad you're still here and still sharing all your beautiful pictures and experiences with us. All our lives are richer for having known you through this blog. Here's hoping you have many more years ahead of you.
- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 12:05:00 PM PDT
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I just found you one day past the 4th anniversary. I am not a blogger, just a woman living in LA who has seen some of the things you write about and enjoys reading your perspective and experiences in the this wondrous and horrifying place called LA. I will check in again. you are a treasure.
~Kelley- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 12:12:00 PM PDT
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Congratulations on your anniversary and I hope you keep it going many more years as you add so much to the blog world with your memories and the life you lead today making the best of a health problem that would have many people giving up on enthusiasm and joy. Way to go!
- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 3:28:00 PM PDT
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Congratulations! FOUR YEARS! WOW...WOW...WOW!
I'm not sure how long I've been blogging, but I think it's been about the same length of time as you, although I'm not nearly as good at it as you've been.- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 5:49:00 PM PDT
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Happy blogoversary!
Here's to another 44 years!- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 7:26:00 PM PDT
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FOUR wow. Your blog always leaves me wanting more. I thank your friends for talking you into it. The best part certainly is meeting new people one never would have know of otherwise. And YOU have so much to share.
- Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 10:03:00 PM PDT
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Hi, and Congratulations on your four year journey into the bloggerworld, or as I sometimes call it, The Other Twilight Zone!
I think I found your blog a year or two ago, and always enjoy reading it, but, guilty as charged, I don't always leave a comment.
Best Wishes for a Happy Fifth Year.- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 7:36:00 AM PDT
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had this to say:
Sorry I'm late to the party, but I've been otherwise occupied with orthopedic distractions. Nonetheless, happy Fourth, dear! Here's to four score more!
Cheers.- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 8:23:00 AM PDT
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Happy Blogiversary, Naomi.
Hope you're still getting pleasure out of writing your blog, as we're getting in reading it.
Don't forget you also have friends/fans in Toronto and elsewhere in Canada.- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 8:47:00 AM PDT
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Hi Naomi! Four years!! Whoo-hoo for that dear lady!! I don't recall how I found your blog but I'm happy I was one of the first. I have learned so much from you, and your blog is a favorite to read. You have such fascinating stories, a great memory, you're a great writer, and you're a dear sweet person. Put that all together and it makes one dandy blog!!!
Here's looking forward to the next 4 years!!! Cheers!
Love and hugs,
Rachel- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 9:48:00 AM PDT
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Happy 4th Blog Birthday :-)
Missed it on Monday but I'm catching up now :-). Almost 4 years here too - My first was 21st November 2005 but I had a huge long gap between August 2006 and January 2008 ...
PS Hope you have many more Blog Birthdays :-)- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 11:35:00 AM PDT
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had this to say:
Congratulations!
It has been a real treat to read your blog over these past few months...I have enjoyed it immensely. Thanx for all of the fun. Kevin- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 2:16:00 PM PDT
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Naomi!! ME TOO! I just passed my 4th bloggieversary late September. Can you believe it? I read some where that the average blog life span is less than 6 months. WE're PRO'S!
Congratulations to you my friend. I'm so glad our lives have genuinely connected through this wonderful cyberworld of ours....
xxxx- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 3:20:00 PM PDT
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Naomi, I can't believe it's been four years... Reading your stories has always been a high light of my blog reading...Hope you are doing well, you and sweetie... Have a great week.
- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 4:28:00 PM PDT
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Boy 4 years, I am just working on my second year. Congratulation to you and what a nice comment you have given your blogger friends. I enjoyed your pictures.
- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 5:20:00 PM PDT
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Hi Naomi,
Just dropping by to say hello and to wish a nice weekend!
A big hug to you and to Sweetie too!- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 5:32:00 PM PDT
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Congratulations belatedly on your anniversary blogging! Am delighted to have found your blog when I did so soon after I started blogging. You write such fascinating pieces, share truly lovely photos making visiting here a true joy and pleasure.
Wish I could have seen your Broadway show and enjoyed more of your productions during your active performing days. Meanwhile, I appreciate your personal accounts of some of your life's treasured highlights.
Photos and commentary associated with your residence"s striking and colorful landscape are always enjoyable -- especially now that I'm converting my front yard to more drought resistant growth.
Have occasionally visited Danny's blog and enjoy it.- Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 9:22:00 PM PDT
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My week is incomplete until I have visited you here, dear Naomi.
- Monday, October 12, 2009 at 7:31:00 AM PDT
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had this to say:
Congratulations on your blogging anniversary! I enjoy all of your entries - you obviously put a lot of time into each one...even the "ant" entries! :)
- Thursday, October 15, 2009 at 10:13:00 AM PDT
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had this to say:
Congratulations Naomi!!! I am also on my fourth year as well but somehow forgot to celebrate it hehehehehe!
- Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at 1:39:00 AM PDT
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Belated congrats, Naomi. I am what you would call a 'pop-up lurker', I come by sparadically to catch up on your activities and see your wonderful pictures. Always interesting and entertaining.
I was just perusing your halloween pics - I did the witch slammed into the tree thing a couple of years ago (only she hit the post on my porch). She was accompanied by a sign that said "don't drink and fly".
Keep up the wonderful work, I look forward to many more years of reading and seeing your experiences on the road of life.- Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 10:21:00 AM PDT
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