It’s Monday… again.
Comes round so fast, doesn’t it?!
And I’ll be back to my usual routine, after a pretty epic weekend,
Saturday, as you all know, saw me win a rather prestigious award at the ABBA’s, and my, was I high on the achievement, the compliments from my other blogily, the sugar in the cakes…!
Then came yesterday.
And I sunk.
Oh, the exhaustion! I don’t know where it came from, but once it hit, it manifested itself fully, and I was prone on the sofa for the best part of Sunday!
I guess I had been on a true adrenalin rush on Saturday and needed to come down, so to speak!
Posting about my Post-Bash Cold Turkey blues to other bloggers on the Facebook group, it appeared that I was not alone! ( I promise, I put nothing unusual in the cakes! Can’t speak for His Geoffleship though ;P )
I guess the enjoyment we all got from the build up to the event, followed by the excitement of the actual Bash, was more draining than we had expected!
Of course, seeing as I was laying low all day, I had plenty of time to browse blogs, read posts, answer the huge amount of comments that had flooded in… and I truly felt humbled.
This Blogosphere is a wonderful place. The support everyone has given, the congrats, the excitement from them. It really makes me wonder why?
Why me?
I’m not that special. I’m just your average working mum, who likes to talk and write.
I don’t give fantastic practical advice on blogging/writing/money-saving etc. I don’t profess to be an expert on anything (except smiling – I’m good at that!). I’m not endorsed by anyone. I may have a book out but I’m no Poet Laureate. It’s taken me 17 years to write 15,000 words, and my WIP is still not finished…
And yet you all still voted for me.
What makes a good, all-round blogger?
Well, what I have had said to me over the last 48-odd hours is maybe something for us all to take into consideration, so we may all be Best Overall Bloggers, going forward.
- Be supportive
- Be honest
- Be willing
- Be consistent
- Be yourself
So, I start this week with a spring in my step, a buzz in my brain and hope in my heart.
Thank you all so much for making me feel like I matter, and that I belong.
I seriously love you all!!!!
Happy Monday Peeps, enjoy your week!
Robert Matthew Goldstein
May 17, 2018 @ 19:06:35
And congratulations!
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 19:30:12
Thanks Rob… That was from last year! 😊
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Robert Matthew Goldstein
May 17, 2018 @ 19:50:22
Why am I always so behind? (rolls eyes at self)
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 20:18:33
Ha Haas!!
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Robert Matthew Goldstein
May 24, 2018 @ 19:40:48
🙂
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Robert Matthew Goldstein
May 17, 2018 @ 19:05:48
I like your criteria for being a good blogger, Ritu. It’s all about being human as opposed to SEO and running a good promotion.
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 19:30:28
100% human Rob you’re right!
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Robert Matthew Goldstein
May 17, 2018 @ 19:49:36
It helps to know the other stuff, but if all you are is the other stuff it’s a numbers game. There’s always a nugget of truth on your blog, Ritu.
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 20:18:24
Thank you Rob. I can’t help but write from the heart… I guess that shows 😊
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Robert Matthew Goldstein
May 24, 2018 @ 19:42:03
That’s where the art is. Congratulations on your most recent award. And I know that this time I’m not late. 🙂
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Ritu
May 24, 2018 @ 20:16:59
Aw! Thank you so much Rob xxx
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pranabaxom
May 17, 2018 @ 17:26:56
Congratulations.
Don’t underestimate yourself ( and don’t over estimate also🙂).
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 17:52:11
I’ll stick with the under… then when things are good they’re amazing!
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pranabaxom
May 17, 2018 @ 17:53:30
Not a type A personality?
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 19:31:41
No. I don’t like to blow my own trumpet!
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OIKOS™-Redaktion
May 17, 2018 @ 12:42:51
Reblogged this on Die Erste Eslarner Zeitung – Aus und über Eslarn, sowie die bayerisch-tschechische Region!.
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Fourth Generation Farmgirl
May 17, 2018 @ 12:28:23
Congratulations on your award, Ritu! It’s well deserved! 🎉
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 16:05:37
That’s from.last year Tonya but thank you!
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Fourth Generation Farmgirl
May 17, 2018 @ 16:06:45
🎉🎉🙂
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Losing the Plot
May 17, 2018 @ 09:06:28
I agree with everything except one thing, you are special – you stand out. I wasn’t around to vote last year, but evidently loads of other people felt the same way 🙂
Hardworking, honest, supportive people with talent are rarer than you are giving yourself credit for x
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 15:54:01
Thank you so much Sonia xxx
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Suzanne [globalhousesitterX2]
May 17, 2018 @ 08:40:23
Have fun in the weekend Ritu, and all your support of my blog is most appreciative x
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 15:53:27
Thank you Suzanne. Feeling is mutual! X
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fancypaperblog
May 17, 2018 @ 06:45:22
Timely post 😏 I think your win was a tearakejt to you- the genuine nature of your posts- and the fact you are such a nice person which comes through!
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Ritu
May 17, 2018 @ 06:49:20
Thank you so much Orla! So excited for Saturday! 2 sleeps! Like a little kid!
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Prajakta
Jun 12, 2017 @ 17:40:02
I have been following your Blogger Bash on instagram and reading about the wonderful details just felt so good 🙂 I can imagine how it must be to pick up the routine after such a fab weekend. Many Congratulations again 🙂
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 17:43:24
Thank you Prajakta! I’m shattered to be honest!!!
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willowdot21
Jun 12, 2017 @ 17:20:26
You are amazing!!
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 17:26:51
Aw thanks sis xxx
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willowdot21
Jun 12, 2017 @ 17:41:00
You are the best💝💜
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colinandray
Jun 12, 2017 @ 15:10:56
Big hug! You deserve it! 🙂
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 17:24:34
Hugs gratefully received Colin!!! 🤗
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colinandray
Jun 13, 2017 @ 03:08:02
🙂
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syl65
Jun 12, 2017 @ 14:35:21
Happy Monday Sister!! Hope you can get back in the groove soon!!
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 17:23:41
I was ok all day… but now the yawns are starting Brother!!!
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syl65
Jun 12, 2017 @ 20:31:54
Those yawns were well earned Sister!!
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 21:40:21
Lol thanks Brother! 😜😫
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syl65
Jun 13, 2017 @ 02:00:46
You’re welcome Sister 😁
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Don Massenzio
Jun 12, 2017 @ 14:10:20
Congratulations. It was well-deserved.
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 18:50:44
Thank you Don 😍
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writerchristophfischer
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:02:37
It was a well deserved win, as this lovely blog post shows: You write from the heart with a lot of reflection. We all are in awe and woner how you do it. Keep up the good work! ❤
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:09:08
Thank you so much Christoph! 😍
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ellenbest24
Jun 12, 2017 @ 11:15:29
I don’t want to go back to anything I am keeping my high, my new besties (pardon the pun) and moving forward. Love you lady! Happy Mondaywink wink
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:08:12
Yay!!! I’ll come fly with you Ellen!!! 😍 love you too!@
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micketalbot
Jun 12, 2017 @ 08:50:33
Truly, really well done, come on next year, YEAH!
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:07:01
Lol! Thanks!!!
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micketalbot
Jun 12, 2017 @ 18:03:30
🙂 😉
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jorobertson2015
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:34:44
I also felt absolutely exhausted yesterday and still feel a little “blue” today!! The build up to the event had me on such a high even though I was a little overwhelmed on the actual day. I think I just need something else to look forward to now!
Congratulations on your win!! I haven’t followed you for long but love your blog as it is very….well, YOU!!! So keep doing what you’re doing!!! 😊😊
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:43:40
Thank you so much Jo! Well, I for one am looking forward to our bash on the Maldives next year!!!! 😉
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jorobertson2015
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:58:17
See!!’ Now that’s something to look forward to!! Although your Rocky Road may not be 😂😂😂😋😋
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:04:27
Lol!!!!!
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Sue Vincent
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:31:51
You put such a lot of yourself into blogging, Ritu… and always take time to engage with people. That, for me, is one of the reasons you stand out. 🙂
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:43:06
Bless you Sue, thank you! I always feel if I am going to commit to something I should give it 110%! 😀
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Sue Vincent
Jun 12, 2017 @ 08:14:10
I know what you mean… but there is only so much you can do in a day 😉
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:04:40
True!!!
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shelleywilson72
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:29:17
Lovely post, Ritu! I was totally drained too after all the excitement (and Rocky Road!!!). I came home yesterday and fought to keep my eyes open on the train back to Brum. What a fun event! You totally deserved your win as you are a massive support to all your fellow bloggers. Thank you and congratulations xxx
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:42:28
Thank you so much Shelley! I feel half human again today…
I will definitely get in touch with you when I am in Brum! Maybe we could meet at St Alphage!…Eeek! Fan-girl!!!!!
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shelleywilson72
Jun 12, 2017 @ 08:39:15
Ooh, yes! We can do a Guardians tour of Solihull lol x
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:05:44
I love that idea! I can reminisce too!!!
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marionfs
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:21:44
Well done! I am not surprised you’re exhausted, never mind the Bloggers’ Bash, you seem to fit more into your normal day than most!
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:41:20
Lol Marion, I think that was the single most repeated comment on Saturday! I don’t think I do more than most… but since everyone says it… maybe I do! I should give myself a break eh!
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NJ
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:06:23
Congratulations ritu 🙂 So happy for you 🙂 Is book out ?
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:39:49
Thank you so much! My poetry one has been for a while, but the fiction is still very much a work in progress!!! 😀
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NJ
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:43:50
cool 🙂 can you give me the link for your book 🙂 so that I can buy and read it 🙂
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:01:59
Oh wow! If you’re interested it is
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NJ
Jun 13, 2017 @ 05:08:43
Isn’t this available in amazon india ?
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Ritu
Jun 13, 2017 @ 06:54:19
Yes it is.
http://www.amazon.in/Poetic-Rituals-Ritu-Bhathal/dp/1533088020?encoding=UTF8&portal-device-attributes=desktop&qid=1497333227&ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0&sr=8-1
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NJ
Jun 13, 2017 @ 05:10:11
No worries 🙂 I got the link https://www.amazon.in/Poetic-RITUals-Ritu-Bhathal-ebook/
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Ritu
Jun 13, 2017 @ 06:54:39
Oh lol ! You got a much better short link than me!
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NJ
Jun 13, 2017 @ 07:41:06
he he 😀 perks of being s/w engg 😀
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Ritu
Jun 13, 2017 @ 07:43:32
Lol!!
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NJ
Jun 14, 2017 @ 06:51:07
😀
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flavours2017
Jun 12, 2017 @ 06:15:57
Congratulation for your lovely award 😊
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 06:59:02
Thank you so much!
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flavours2017
Jun 12, 2017 @ 07:44:20
I was waiting for an update of the award function . Do give some more information on the show whenever u have time 😊
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:03:20
I posted on Saturday Night!
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flavours2017
Jun 12, 2017 @ 12:54:29
Ok will have a look at it — thanks Ritu 😊
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 13:16:30
💖
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robbiesinspiration
Jun 12, 2017 @ 05:49:14
It is always a bit hard getting back to reality after such a fabulous event. You will just have to start looking forward to next years bash! Have a lovely week, Ritu.
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Ritu
Jun 12, 2017 @ 06:58:54
I know Robbie, and I already am!!!!!
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