Happy Anniversary Bagwine!!

Ah so it’s been one year since I started Bagwine Ruminations. I have come a long way since my first post 365 days ago. Okay really I haven’t, but I do so like a good cliché. As you can see by the picture it has been tiring but I would like to thank all of you who have taken the time to read my musings over the past year. I do want to personally thank Allie of Memoirs of a Gouda. She is the miscreant that got me started in blogging. Most days I am glad that she led me to the land of blog-tivity, but some days when I can’t think of anything to write, I curse every fiber of her being. Thanks anyway, Allie.

It has been a joy sharing with you my inner thoughts and feelings, feelings and thoughts that conjure up deep philosophical debate and provocative comments from you, my readers. It seems like it was just yesterday when I was describing the fabulous dinner party that I had with GW, Jesus, Joe Stalin, and the lovely Gina Lollobrigida.

I remember opening up to all of you as I told you of my desire to have a sex change operation and fulfill my dream of becoming a lesbian porn star. Your words of encouragement were so very generous. Even during my surly tirades against some Democrats, most Republicans, and everyone at the Trinity Broadcasting Network, you remained faithful readers. I also appreciate the shared hatred of Rachel Ray that some of you have displayed.

You have been with me through the tough times too…during hemorrhoidal flare up, lack of sex, and the death of my dear friend Bagwine Kringle, you were there to offer me a shoulder to cry on. I don’t think I could have made it through my meat fast this past Lent if it wasn’t for the way you rotten bastards jokingly commented about the juicy steaks and burgers you were going to eat at lunch or dinner. You guys just give and give.

I hope I have given back to you as well. During my Lenten fast I started Bagwine Records which produced such hits as The Resurrection by Little Eva and the Tomb Raiders, as well as Hang Me Up Before You Go Go by IX Inch Nails. I provided you with information on how to use Head On and tartar sauce as an agent of non-surgical circumcision. I have introduced you to Schmoop, Hair Care Joe, and of course, the beauty that is Wild Irish Rose and Loosemeat sandwiches. Why just the other day I informed all of you that my son had officially reached puberty, not so much because I was proud, but rather because I just like saying “puberty”. I am also very grateful that you allow me to bear my unadulterated soul to you during Stream of Consciousness Fridays.

I wanted to thank all of you by name but I would undoubtedly leave somebody out so in order to bring things full circle to today, I will give a shout out to Allie, Mo, and Laura who were my very first readers as well as to Marilyn, Angell, and Starrlight who are among my newest regular readers. To all of you, however, I thank you for your continued visits and comments.

It’s been one fun filled year trying to bring a smile or two to your faces. I leave you with a big wet sloppy kiss. Unfortunately to those of you overseas such as Sanni, Lizza, Wendz, and Cathy I can only give you a hug because the infectious diseases upon my tongue would not clear customs.

So here here to all of you, you have brought smiles upon smiles to my face with your comments. I hope I can continue to bring the chuckles to you. Thanks, and Cheers!!

Note: If you can’t find some of the stories I mentioned in my varietals or archives, drop me a line and I’ll send you the link.