Sunday 24 April 2011

Mini break and back in class....

I have had a few days away with the family. We stayed in a caravan in Pagham, Sussex and it was great. I think this was probably due to the weather as we were able to spend most of the time outdoors. But also it was a great base to explore the surrounding countryside.





We went to Arundel Castle


visited the Down and Weald outdoor museum


and spent time at the Wildlife and Wetlands Trust



Now I am back home, I have caught up with reading all the blogs I follow, but I still have quite a bit of class work to do! I am a student of Shimelles again, the subject 'beyond blogging for scrapbookers'. I wanted to join in with all the gang, taking this new class together. I really want to blog a lot more regularly and want my posts and the space here to reflect my personality. I love how Rachel B's blog has a personalised header that changes every month and one day I hope to achieve something unique like that.

I installed Google analytics a few months ago after a recommendation from K, so I look forward to learning more about it in class. I do love hearing from my readers and appreciate all the comments. I often wonder how or what brings people to visit here? What is it you like or enjoy? Please if you have a chance take time to answer in the comments section today.

Finally, I wanted to mention that Enfys has some great blog candy, a chance to win a gorgeous Polkadoodles CD. Pop over and check it out here. In fact her blog is a great one to regularly persue for inspiration on card making and many amusing ancedotes from her everyday life!

18 comments:

  1. Happy Easter.
    I really like that you post quite a variety on your blog.

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  2. Welcome back from your break, it sounds lovely. We stayed in a caravan very similar to that in Norfolk :) I like the random topics that feature on your blog too, Like the reviews. Thanks for linking me in your blog today :)

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  3. love the photos! maryjo (from bfs; didn't join the beyond class 'cuz still working thru the 1st segment)

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  4. Welcome home - have a great Easter break xx

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  5. Those ducklings look so cute:)
    Happy Easter to you xx

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  6. oooh I love Arundel castle, great fun. enjoy your class :)

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  7. great photos :) I love the variety of your blog too xx

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  8. Looks like you had a lovely time Ruth! Gorgeous photos too! You had the perfect weather :) xxx

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  9. Happy Easter to you!

    You asked about the flower stems on my blog - they are stitched.

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  10. Those ducklings are adorable

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  11. I'm playing catch up like you with Shimelle's class- so we are in the same boat. I love Arundel Castle and the area down there and it's so much nicer when the sun shines too :-)

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  12. Im still not scrapbooking as you know lol. But i love coming here too see what my friend has been up too !! Whilst i am terrible at replying to emails etc. I do try to pop here at least once a fortnight to see all your fabby makes and what has been happening.
    Your blog is a little peep inside your life and thats what i love. It tells a little story that is my friend Fluffy ;O)
    xxx

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  13. What lovely photos! The oohh and aahh factor of those ducklings is huge! I like coming because it's varied and interesting. :)

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  14. It's so fun to see countryside that looks so different from where I live! These are great photos - looks like a great way to spend a vacation!

    {Thanks so much for the lovely comments you've been leaving on my blog! They are sincerely appreciated!} xo

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  15. Hi - popping over from BBFS and to say thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.
    We have stayed at Pagham a few times and love, love it. Wonderful walks and places to visit around the area. Arundel Castle is a place we have yet to see. Glad the sun shone for you.

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  16. Hi, Just writing to let you know I've put the 'Creative Wildfire' 'Pass the Book' book in the post for you today so you should be getting it very soon. Thanks for visiting and writing comments on my blog too. x

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  17. Thanks for the sweet comment on my blog! I really appreciate it. Looks like your had a nice break, welcome back!

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