Words woven create webs of meaning –
fragile structures tested by time.
Welcome! So pleased that you’ve dropped by.
Spurred on by the threat of cancer, this blog was born in December of 2011 as a gift to myself. Back then, I knew nothing about categories or tags, so I ignored them and just wrote. I had about twenty five followers for a long time and thought that was magnificent.
So much has happened since that humble beginning. I ducked the cancer bullet but now live with ME/CFS, a disorder that effects all body systems and is quite debilitating. While many aspects of my life fell away, I did discover that living a horizontal existence is quite compatible with writing, and thus I’ve continued with flourish.
All the images you will find on my site are my own – either digitally altered photographs, watercolour, acrylic, or ink.
At some point this blog evolved into a forum for poetry, and so I started a second one: One Woman’s Quest II.
There you will find photos in response to challenges, or random thoughts (my attempt at wisdom) from a sexagenarian.
Cheers!
VJ
❤
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You are a person to inspire others, with this strength of yours. I wish you the best in your life, always… ❤
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Thanks so much. I appreciate you taking the time to read about me.
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Of course, it’s my pleasure ❤
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V.J., You are so right, sharing our thoughts and events is wonderful and inspiring .
To communicate … we all need it.
Miriam
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Thanks Miriam
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Such beautiful work and a lovely website to visit.
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Thanks so much!
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Impressive words.
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Thank you!
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It’s a great honour to know about you.
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Thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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My pleasure 😇
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Thank you for your visit and follow. I look forward to reading more of your work.
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Thank you. Likewise!
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Thank you for following my blog!
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So welcome!
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How can categories and tags help me gain followers?
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Categories are equal to interests – lifestyle, health, humour, photography, etc. Tags are topics: comics, cartoon, political, and so on. When readers are searching an interest they will google their preferences – tags and categories connect you. Hope that helps.
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I’ll experiment–thanks.
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Best way to get followers is to look for blog wth common interests and like, comment, and follow them.
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I hope you are feeling better. thanks for your continued interest in my blog.
By the way. Do you use CBD Oil? It seems to have some observable results.
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Thank you for your good wishes. I am happy with my current course of treatment.
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Thank you for following ZimmerBitch and introducing me to your blog. I’m looking forward to reading more.
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Nice to meet you.
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You too 😀
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It was great to meet you, V. J. Knutson, I enjoyed reading your words. I’m not quite horizontal yet, can still get by with a walker. I do find this blogging to be a tonic that gives me strength.
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Yes blogging is a tonic – good choice of words. I have gained strength the past year, although still spend a lot of time lying down. My walker is my best companion – helping me go the extra bit. Nice to meet you too.
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Congratulations on dodging the cancer bullet! But I’m sorry that you have to now live with ME/CFS. I’m astounded at your strength and aptitude for positivity and look forward to reading more of your poetry 🙂
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So lovely to have you here, Jade. I appreciate all the positive comments.
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I’m impressed anew that “none of us are alone.” Thanks. Lois
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We really aren’t, are we? Take care, Lois.
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Good for you, to go to blogging and especially poetry as you face chronic illness. I have found that there are many blessings when dealing with significant health issues. Poem on, my friend.
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Thanks, Victoria. Writing has given me purpose.
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Inspiring!
am following you!
check out my blog
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Thank you. Following you too!
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Thanks for liking my post. So kind of you.
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You are welcome. I suspect I’ll be back.
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Hi! So true, I have made so many virtual friends on WordPress, and don’t feel lonely. Sharing thoughts is a wonderful experience.
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It sure is! Thanks for stopping by.
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I’ve just found your blog. You sound like an interesting person! I love the way your blog is set out. I wish mine was as good! I’m looking forward to read8ng more of your posts.
Are you doing the April A to Z writing challenge? I’m having a go at it for the first time.
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Thank you – so glad you found me. I probably won’t do the A to Z – not up to the extra challenges everyday, lol.
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Very impressive and inspiring–Blessings to you.
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Thank you – for reading and commenting!
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Most welcome 🙂
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Happy to have chanced by here. https://skirmisheswithreality.net/
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Thank you. I paid a quick visit to yours – deserves a more leisurely glimpse.
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Very moving about, particularly the first part.
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I love this
when I die a writer will be born
see you on the other side of creativity
The Sheldon Perspective
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Thank you for traveling over to my blog and choosing to follow. Much appreciated. I look forward to reading what you have shared as well. Take care.
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Welcome and enjoy
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A fellow healing artist. Hello. Beautiful writing; a true talent. Let’s hope your memoir is published long before you die!
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Ruth-Anne!
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You and I could be kindred spirits. We seem to be on similar journeys. You really do have a wonderful talent.
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That’s the great thing about the blogging world – encountering kindred souls. Writing is my lifeline; I’m glad you appreciate it.
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It’s my lifeline as well. I’ll be checking in with you.
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Your writing is powerful and beatiful. You truly have a gift!
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What a wonderful compliment…thank you so much.
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I’m very much looking forward to discovering more of you and your writing…
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likewise…kind of you to say so!
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This is wonderful! Thank you for sharing your work. I relate to how heartfelt journaling can be. Found you via Dr. Andrea Dinardo’s blog. I’m going to follow yours. Blessings to you on the path ahead.
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I just found your comment and have followed you. Don’t know how I missed it!
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Hi VJ! I’m sorry that I missed YOUR comment. 🙂 It’s really lovely that we’re connected, your story is so inspirational – it really touches me.
Let’s definitely stay in touch if you want to. My email is weloveyou@forgivingconnects.com, so that you have it. Sending you many blessings, and I hope you’re doing well, V.J!!
Debbie
ps – I just did a blog post on creating our exquisite life, and the gift of seeing the parts inside that want loving attention. Let me know what you think of it if you decide to check it out.
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Cheers Debbie! Loved your post. Thanks for checking in!
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Hi VJ, just found your site. Your work is significant. Heartfelt, a brittle edge of reality. I haven’t read nearly enough, and know that I will. However mostly I wanted to say how important it was to meet you on our recent trip.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and your work. I will be following with you..
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Lovely to hear from you Katherine. Thanks for checking in. You can also email me at 1womansquest@gmail.com . All the best to you and yours for the holiday season!
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I look forward to reading more of your work.
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I’m inspired 🙂
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HI,
I’m Tokoni, a student and poet. Its nice to meet you. I’d like to invite you to my blog at http://www.insanitybeautiful.wordpress.com if you’re interested. Thanks.
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Your blog is amazing, Tokoni! You have a particular eye for beauty that I admire greatly.
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