Day 271: The Outpouring of Encouragement

Wow, I am feeling pretty blessed today! Since launching my new website on 1/11/11, I have been inundated with passionate, moving, and emotional responses from my universe of supporters. Wow. Lovely emails from people who I have not connected with in years, each sending me their feedback on the new site.

"The site is so friendly to navigate."

"How creative and eye catching."

"Love the creativity & recommendations for services."

More than 1,000 people opened the launch announcement, not too shabby. What's refreshing is that the responses have been far more friendly then when I sent out political campaign emails, that's for sure!

I'm feeling very overwhelmed by the interest in my life, my Blog, and my site. Perhaps I have touched a nerve with my followers. I speak honestly about what daily life is like as a mother to three teenagers, to be a woman politically passionate to my candidates & causes, and speaking the truth about reaching a milestone age.

If you have not weighed in yet to offer your candid feedback on my new site, what are you waiting for? The site is a work-in-progress, just like I am ... I'll be spending a lot of time tweaking, adding content, expanding and continuing to provide inspiration. It's a daily challenge, but with enormous gratification... join me won't you!

Day 269: Website Launch

Did you get your announcement today? I hope so! Today I sent a detailed message announcing my newly designed Website! I am ecstatic to have the new site up and running, and to have the old campaign site a distant memory!

One of my goals for 2010 was to bring the old site down and replace it with a site that was more current and reflective of what my life is all about these days. I wanted a site that expressed by passions, intentions, and purpose, with a whimsical and fanciful feel. I believe I have achieved this goal and it feels terrific.

When you set a goal, and you reach it, it's a wonderful feeling. I know many of us have made New Year's resolutions, I implore you to stick to yours ... I promise that when you reach your intended goal, you will feel blissful!

While I shared with you, my faithful supporters the news of the site on New Year's day, the rest of my universe learned of my new creation today. Please take a peek at my new site by visiting http://www.robynrittersimon.com/, and let me know what you think. Be sure to check out MY CLOSET, it offers lots of cool finds.

2011 is off to a very productive start!

Day 267: The Office Cubby

This afternoon colleague Rebecca Simon and I worked for hours on several pending projects including my new Website (please visit http://www.robynrittersimon.com/ to check it out!), to political endeavors, and potential speaking engagements for me. It was a very busy and productive afternoon.

Pictured here are us two huddled in her "office cubby". A tiny little cut our parcel that Rebecca has transformed to her "home office".

Who knew one could be so productive in such a tiny space. Makes you wonder why we always crave more, bigger, spacious. While it is good to stretch out and have room to ponder, there is something very inviting about small quarters. You feel cozy & warm and are far less distracted.

So there we were today, cruising along, drinking wine (of course) and getting our "stuff" done! A formal launch announcement for my new website will be going out this week and I encourage you to take a peek. This is a great way to kick-off the New Year.

Day 259: New Year, New Website

Happy first day of the New Decade!

I'm so excited to announce on this first day of 2011, the news of my new Website! Finally is all I can say! My campaign for city council was back in March 2009 and my campaign site was still "live" causing me much anxiety!

I had made one of my goals for 2010 to bring that site down and replace it with a whimsical, fun and fanciful site that better reflects where I'm at with my life these days.

Please check it out at www.RobynRitterSimon.com It's still being fine tuned and a formal launch will take place next week with a grand announcement.

As followers of my Birthday Blog, you are all my loyal supporters, so if you have thoughts, comments, ideas, I'm open to incorporating your creativity into the new site.

What a great way to kick off the New Year! I'm feeling good today!