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Of Coffee With Milestones

If you were having coffee with me, I would tell you that I might act like I never check my stats and that I would still keep this tangle of words updated even if no one else in the world read this blog, but deep down I appreciate each and every single one.

I am from re-reading my blog posts every time a new notification or comment comes through, so yeah, the most views on my blog are from me, I write for me after all…

I cant do magic so I write

When February begun I happened to notice that I was 14 blog followers away from 3000 and randomly mused how if I got one new follower everyday I would reach that milestone on Valentine’s day.

Turns out Valentine came early… I’m already past that and counting….

3k followers

And since it’s the love season I hope you checked out a post that best captures a bloggers love language incase you are wondering how to show me or a blogger close to you some love… as inspired by a best selling book The Five Love Languages, which I have never read…

a blogger's love language

I experience my blog vicariously through every single interaction, seeing how you see my blog; some find it funny, others informative. I have been told some read my blog for the news and current affairs and I am here just thinking hey its not even that deep, even though each word I share may or may not be a glimpse into my life, very soul and my journey of becoming me.…

The beauty of chaos of the place I call home.

To celebrate my milestone, I would love it if you shared what this blog means to you (if it all, maybe this is the first post you have seen here ha!) and of course do introduce your blog, country of residence and what your blog means to you.

Feel free to mingle around in the comments, meet some new blogging friends, why don’t you…

Thank you for the support, shares, comments, likes and yes even those times you just read, roll your eyes and keep scrolling, while I live my life blissfuly unaware you were here….

Happy Valentine Blogging

~B

PS sometimes I ask myself why I stick with WordPress regardless of the 1001 issues I experience with it and to that, I have one word: Community. The most views to this site are from the WordPress Reader, even if I never shared my posts anywhere else I know someone on WordPress would read and of course shout out to the regulars who are practically family…

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Responses to “Of Coffee With Milestones”

  1. Elle avatar
    Elle

    Reading your blog, for me, means seeing you do great at what you do and knowing that you’re happy. I guess some of us just cant help but marvel at how beautiful you and your words are even from afar. I agree the community here is something I can’t let go, and sometimes I’m disappointed at myself for not being involved as often as I was before, but I always try to do so when I have the time.

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you Elle
      Means a lot 🥰
      Well you know how a butterfly is unaware of its beauty, it is thru the mirror you hold up that I see myself.

      Yep, getting involved in the community is an important part of blogging, right up there with actually posting content 🤣🤣
      Thanks
      ~B

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  2. mlilo_don avatar
    mlilo_don

    Your blog is awesome, some politics, movies, books, social media trending, national and international headlines, your own musings, all served in bite sized portions garnished with a lots of humor.
    Your blog reminds me of A Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Esp during this period when he is at home, if not hosting a show like that, I seecan you being on the creative team..QUARANTINE-WHILE.

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      I love love A Late Night Show with Stephen Colbert… so crazy story I can totally see myself on show like that….
      Quarantine-while
      ~B

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  3. Shuvai Mlilo avatar
    Shuvai Mlilo

    Hi there, your blog means a lot me, for a while I step out of my world into yours and see things from your eyes which is most fascinating.

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you!!!!
      This means a lot
      ~B

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  4. Plain Jane avatar
    Plain Jane

    Congratulations!
    I personally love seeing someone who looks like me go after what they want and follow their passion.
    It reminds me that my passions matter too and that I’m not a coconut for wanting to write and have a blog as I have been told once.
    Congratulations again 🙂
    Looking forward to more of your writing.

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Why would they say that? ??

      When I’m done hopefully we will have convinced people that having a blog should be a basic part of online presence in this digital era.

      Thank you
      ~B

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  5. Lebogang Shazzygal Malatji avatar
    Lebogang Shazzygal Malatji

    Congratulations🤗🤗🤗
    This is inspiring. Though you write about a couple of things, I normally visit your blog for blogging tips, inspiration, and the latest news update of Zim. Am truly inspired. Not forgetting the creamy coffees.

    Thank you for accepting your call as a writer. You are a blessing in the African content creators. Seeing the world through your lenses its truly fascinating

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you so much.
      Oh and guess what I have some blogging insights that will be coming soon after reflecting on this milestone…. And there will always be coffee cheers

      Thank you again and much appreciated
      ~B

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      1. Lebogang Shazzygal Malatji avatar
        Lebogang Shazzygal Malatji

        We’ll be waiting

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  6. Dante avatar
    Dante

    I was going to say something completely left field…

    But

    CONGRATULATIONS!!

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Even me, when I saw your notification I was like Dante🧝‍♂ …. Noooo 🤣🤣 but sanity prevails
      And thank you
      ~B

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      1. Dante avatar
        Dante

        Don’t tempt me 😈

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      2. Dante avatar
        Dante

        It is good knowing my name instills fear 😈😈

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      3. Beaton avatar
        Beaton

        Haha not fear let’s just call it respectful attitude in not tempting mad bloggers 🤣
        ~B

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  7. Peshy Jumwa avatar
    Peshy Jumwa

    B, congratulations on your new milestone. I’m so happy for you.
    What I enjoy most about your blog is your way of telling stories; you make reading current news in Zim interesting and I’ve learnt alot through your blog. I also come here for the Movie reviews as I kinda like what you like most times and you do an awesome job whipping a reviews. The coffee dates feel like I’m reading a script for talk show segment, very interesting I must say. Cheers to more blogging stories ✨

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  8. Patricia Opio avatar
    Patricia Opio

    Congratulations!
    Your blog inspires. It is a story of inspiration,of adversity,of going after your dreams, really of becoming….hahah! But that is what it is. Your blog or should I say you show us African content creators that it is possible to go after our dreams ,excel in it and have fun while doing it. I can’t wait to see the next couple years of your becoming. This world has better get ready coz your light is going shine so bright!

    My blog is This is Me! https://www.thisismestory.com. It is all about getting to a place where one knows who they are and can boldly proclaim,” This is Me!” . I want to create a generational movement of people and brands changing mindsets,knowing who they are, embracing their story and capitalizing on it to impact society. My blog represents new beginnings and bold shifts for me.

    I am Patricia Opio from Uganda. Well, This is Me!

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you Patricia…
      I too wonder where the road leads 😎

      This is me is like becoming 😊 in a very strange way.
      A pleasure to meet you
      ~B

      PS if your site had a soundtrack it would be This Is Me from the movie The Greatest showman

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  9. InsideMySlingBag avatar
    InsideMySlingBag

    Congratulations on crossing 3000 follows, wishing you many more — This is your first post I am reading, will drop by later for more!

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Hello and welcome

      Thank you so much and I will drop by and see what is in your sling bag 🤣🤣

      ~B

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      1. InsideMySlingBag avatar
        InsideMySlingBag

        Most welcome Beaton! 🙂

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  10. -Eugenia avatar
    -Eugenia

    Congrats, Beaton! WordPress may have its issues but the camaraderie makes up for that, IMHO! Btw, your blog is awesome.

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you Eugenia
      The camaraderie is awesome… It’s one of those things you have to experience to know about
      ~B

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      1. -Eugenia avatar
        -Eugenia

        Yes, true, Beaton.

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  11. Sam "Goldie" Kirk avatar
    Sam “Goldie” Kirk

    That’s awesome. CongratZ!
    I enjoy your blog because it shines a light on a different part of the world while showcasing how we all struggle with the same things. The variety of your posts is great. That way – there’s no way to get bored. Your coffee posts are a classic.
    You spoke the truth regarding this community. That and my passion for writing is why I’m still here. I have to say that there are times when only the community keeps me from totally leaving. It’s pretty neat!

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      You are totally right, I have a friend who left WordPress but they are back on it again they missed the community 🤣 it’s cold out there

      Thank you Goldie
      ~B

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  12. dprastka avatar
    dprastka

    Congratulations B! 🥂🍷You surpassed 3,000! I would totally drink too that! Why do I like your blog? You are funny, passionate, relevant, supportive, you write from your heart. ❤️ You are very articulate, and you cover many subjects. I too love the reviews as the recommendations are great and we like the same things. 😀 It’s amazing to see the world from another place through your eyes far, far away. We humans no matter where we are go through much of the same things. I don’t think I’m explaining myself very well, but I think you get my meanings. Maybe it’s exactly what you said in your post, community. This WordPress community is amazing and it really does feel like family! Keep on writing!! I love my blog and what it has brought to my life, and that is this, meeting and sharing. Growing and learning! It just gets better and better! 🤠🐴❤️

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Absolutely appreciate this and i totally get what you mean
      and the community really keeps things inspiring
      Thank you so much
      ~B

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  13. Wonani avatar
    Wonani

    You are doing something really good with your blog. You’re doing an amazing job! I love reading your posts as a lot of them remind me of home. And the humour please!

    So glad to be somewhere in that number. Congratulations B! 🎉🎉

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you Wonani

      I like to think I’m leaving a mark in the world 😎😎
      And of course laughter sweeps away the cobwebs

      Appreciate and thank you
      ~B

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  14. verojanuary avatar
    verojanuary

    Your posts encompass diversity… humor, seriousness, etc but it’s the titles I like most that start with “of ”
    I wish I owned that 😁😁

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Hahaha thank you
      That of thing kinda just started over the years and its become a thing
      ~B

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  15. justynlove avatar
    justynlove

    Your blog is like home away from home for me. I know I will find all I need that is news, love, wisdom, caution, fun… When I pass by and read

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you so much!!! appreciate immensely
      ~B

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    Of Blogging Awards – Becoming The Muse

    […] people follow this blog for my perspective of life Zimbabwe. A previous post when I was celebrating the milestone of passing 3000 subscribers asked if people could share what they liked about my corner of the internet and yep it appears my […]

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  17. Mellie avatar
    Mellie

    Congrats on the milestone, you surpassed 300 well done.

    You speak on a lot of issues,capture a lot of thoughts and have a way with words .to sum it up its like having a cup of coffee with a friend and you speak anything and everything with them💙
    And even the most serious of things you bring out humour in them 🤗

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you Mel ^_^
      Hahaha everything you say is true except I dont speak, I write hahahaha or rather I write as I would speak, there is a difference ^_^
      Thank you so much and much appreciated
      ~B

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    Mellie

    3000i meant

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  19. Nazar Dimidenko avatar
    Nazar Dimidenko

    First time visitor and your blog is what WordPress was meant for!

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Thank you so much.
      ~B

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    boromax

    I am late in responding, and I am fairly new to your blog. I find your blog exceedingly refreshing. It is real. It is positive. It is pleasing. And it comes from a part of life and culture to which I am not directly exposed in my current everyday existence. It stretches me and makes me smile.

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    1. Beaton avatar
      Beaton

      Much appreciated and you are not late you are right on time hahaha
      A pleasure to share my part of the world chaos and all
      ~B

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