Thursday, November 14, 2013

...And Then We Turned Three

Thursday, November 14, 2013   Mark and Gaz   36 comments

We started the Alternative Eden blog three years ago today, with this short post. At that time we didn't know how this blog would develop or whether anyone would want to read about our garden and travels.

Trochodendron aralioides from our first post
However three years later and having met some wonderful people through blogging (some in real life as well as on line) and having had some great adventures, it would seem you do enjoy reading the blog. 

We haven't been posting as frequently just recently, with our attention turned to the house and having to deal with the aftermath of the fire, however things are returning to normal for us so hopefully our fourth year will bring new interests and adventures!

Thank you all for joining us on this blogging adventure!

Mark and Gaz

Posted in: Alternative Eden
Location: Alternative Eden

36 comments :

  1. Kris Peterson14 November 2013 at 17:37

    Congratulations on your 3rd year anniversary! I think your blog is wonderful and clearly so do many others. Your fascination with and love of plants is clear in every post. And your coverage of the Chelsea garden show (not to speak of the other British garden shows) is the best I've seen anywhere. I look forward to the next year of posts!

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  2. outlawgardener14 November 2013 at 19:11

    Yeah, what Kris Said. You and your blog are inspirational! Happy third blogiversary and here's to many more!

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  3. Janet/Plantaliscious14 November 2013 at 20:07

    Happy third blogaversary!

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  4. Shirley14 November 2013 at 20:49

    Happy Third! Looking for many more posts from your gardens and travels in the future.

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  5. VP14 November 2013 at 22:33

    Way hey! Fantastic news :)

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  6. scottweberpdx14 November 2013 at 22:44

    Happy Blogiversary!

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  7. don15 November 2013 at 01:45

    Well done lads. I doubt you can keep up the momentum of the Blog without resorting to the occasional nuclear explosion or a major outbreak of some worldwide plant disease to top this year's disastrous fire :-)

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    1. Mark and Gaz15 November 2013 at 06:39

      Do love your funny comments, made me laugh this morning!! Thank you and we'll try our best!

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  8. Alison15 November 2013 at 01:58

    Congrats on your third blog anniversary! I hope things settle down this coming year for you guys.

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    1. Mark and Gaz15 November 2013 at 06:38

      We hope so too Alison, at least lately it feels like its starting to already. Thank you!

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  9. danger garden15 November 2013 at 02:42

    I am always surprised that your blog is so young, I think of you guys as blog veterans. I know we all understand what a difficult year it's been for you guys and look forward to things getting back to normal for you, as well as selfishly us! (more blog posts!!!). Meeting you and seeing your garden in person is a highlight of this blogging thing for me, I hope I get to see you again next summer here in Portland!

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    1. Mark and Gaz15 November 2013 at 06:36

      Time flies doesn't it? I had a quick look back as well as little reminisce and it's personally fascinating to see how things have evolved, both in the garden and our thought process. Your visit is one of our best highlights, truly memorable and enjoyable! We're working on it but we'll try our best to make it there next year, so far the chances are looking good :)

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  10. danger garden15 November 2013 at 02:42

    Oh and (duh) Happy Blog Anniversary!

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  11. Candice Suter.....Sweetstuff15 November 2013 at 07:25

    Woohoo congratulations you guys! That is awesome!

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  12. Candice Suter.....Sweetstuff15 November 2013 at 07:27

    Woohoo congratulations you guys! And I hope things are going well with your renovations!

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    1. Mark and Gaz15 November 2013 at 09:09

      And thank you again :)) All has gone well thankfully, and I think the builders will finish everything this week which is great!

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  13. Clive15 November 2013 at 09:22

    Happy anniversary! we are all lucky to have you both as such marvelous bloggers!

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  14. Sunray Gardens15 November 2013 at 09:29

    Great looking plant. Yours is one of the blogs I enjoy coming into most. It's always an adventure to see what you guys are up to next. :)
    Cher Sunray Gardens

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  15. Anonymous15 November 2013 at 17:27

    Happy 3rd!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! looking forward to your 4th!

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  16. Anna15 November 2013 at 21:34

    Many congratulations on reaching that third anniversary guys! Long may 'Alternative Eden' bloom.

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  17. HolleyGarden15 November 2013 at 22:19

    Happy Blogaversary x 3!!! It will be fun to see what year 4 has in store!

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    1. Mark and Gaz18 November 2013 at 09:43

      Thank you Holley, and same here, curious what's in store for year four :)

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  18. ricki17 November 2013 at 22:59

    To borrow a chant from our political parties "Four more years! Four more years!"

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  19. organicgardendreams19 November 2013 at 22:31

    Mark and Gaz, Happy third blog anniversary! You have created a wonderful and informative blog, which I always enjoy reading when I can find the time to come over here. Looking forward to your fourth year!
    Christina

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