February 25, 2011

Storytellers Blog Hop

Welcome to the Storytellers Blog Hop!

Glad you stopped by, really :) I am thrilled to host a hop where you won't have to close out every other window because of coupon deals and worthless advertising. One where you don't have to navigate through the mess of 'save a measly 15% percent for something you never wanted' blogs.

I've been wanting to host a unique blog hop for some time now, one that caters to blogs that tell stories, and have actual real content. It doesn't matter whether the 'stories' are fact or fiction, told with words or pictures, consist of ramblings or thought out chapters, or lighthearted or serious. This hop is for real bloggers with real stories. No advertising, give aways, reviews or coupon sites.




(WHOOPS, THE BUTTON WAS BROKEN, SHOULD BE WORKING NOW!)
Link to any post you would like. You don't have to come up with a 'story', you don't have to do anything special, you just link up your blog and be you.  
Your blog is your story, so let it shine!

Only. One. Rule. Please, no sites that specialize in ads, coupons, giveaways, etc. There are many blog hops just for you, but today, this hop isn't one of them. Sorry guys.

Other than that, there are no rules, no 'follow' musts, only an easy outlet to stumble upon new and interesting blogs.

And since I am fully aware of the irony of me hosting blog hop about 'content only, storytellers' sites, here are a few of my favorite posts: You DO Know German,  Why Darts Rock, No Really, I'm No Prude, But..., and Gypsy Weddings!

Thanks bloggyland for being great! Have a 'hoppy' weekend...so lame :)

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57 comments:

  1. OKinUKFebruary 25, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Hey punkin! I think the button is broken?

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  2. Kym @ Travel BabblesFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    Thank you for posting mi amiga!!

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  3. ApfelFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    I so wanna be a part of this, but I will definitely do it the next time coz you know, I am trying to study and once I start reading blogs lol it will be OVER. I will also post my 30th day post on Monday, I guess! Have fun hoppers! :) And an awesome weekend too!

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  4. Roller CoasterFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    What a great idea for a blog hop! Thanks for inviting me!

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  5. PattyFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    What fun...thank you for doing this! Such a nice way to start off a rainy, windy, yucky Friday here in New York; can't wait to read everyone's stories!

    Hoppy Friday to you!! lolol

    Patty

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  6. MorganFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Super excited, thanks so much for starting this up! Happy Friday

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  7. UnknownFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Love it - love the commercial free. I've linked up!

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  8. SherriFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    Yay!! Super stoked!! Thanks for starting this:)

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  9. CrystalFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    woohoo!! Let the blog-a-palooza begin!!!

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  10. Tales of a Hockey WifeFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    really looking forward to putting the kids to bed and reading some great new blogs...thanks for hosting!!

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  11. Johnny UtahFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Uh... i can't get the button image to work on my blog. I just cut and paste it to the HTML, right?

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  12. Hello I'm Lala!February 25, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Hi!! I'm a new follower from Social Parade.
    I really like this idea too!! I'm going to try to find one of my posts to share.
    Thanks again

    Lala
    http://esmerlala30.blogspot.com/

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  13. AndreaFebruary 25, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Thanks for hosting! And I'm glad you specified that this isn't for blogs promoting coupons or product. I hate those!

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  14. UnknownFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Thanks for visiting Calamity Kate's this week.
    Check it out, you are featured at Calamity Kate's Kitchen! Have a wonderful weekend!
    http://www.calamitykitchen.com/2011/02/friendly-friday-week-febuary-18th-to.html

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  15. PattyFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    @Johnny Utah...I'm having the same issue on my blog; did a CCP into HTML and it comes up with an "x". Could be a site glitch.

    In any event, once again, this was such a great idea...no coupons, no junk, just some wonderful stories.

    Thanks!

    Patty

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  16. -MalloriFebruary 25, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    I used my story about why I'm a cynic for Valentine's Day.

    Thanks for hosting this! Can't wait to see others' stories!

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  17. TexaGermaFinlaNadianFebruary 25, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    IT IS WORKING NOW! Thanks guys for letting me know, that is what I get for taking the day off and shopping instead of online living :) All of ya'll are amazing, thanks so much for linking up!

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  18. Heather JonesFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Great Hop!!! :)

    I'm definitely In!!

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  19. KrissyFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Oh, I'll definitely have to stop back by to check out some of the blogs. What a great time for me to stumble onto your blog!

    TalkativeTaurus.com

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  20. PattyFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    @Mallori...well shucks! I almost put up my cynical blog about anti heart day and then I realized everything I write has a touch of Arsenic mixed in..decisions, decisions, lolol

    Some great stuff shared today everyone..a feast for the eyes!

    Patty

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  21. UnknownFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    This is so much fun! I'm glad my blog made it, I was having some technical difficulties with my pictures on the linky tool. =)

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  22. HeatherFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I love this Tex! Thanks for giving me the heads up!

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  23. UnknownFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Amen to your one rule! Thank you for that! :) THanks for hosting this hop! ALSO, thank you for you comment on my blog! have a lovely weekend!

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  24. TexaGermaFinlaNadianFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    You all are so great! :) Seriously, big smile on my face for the support for this hop. I am so lucky to have found such amazing people and sites in bloggyland. Have a great weekend everyone, and keep checking back for more blogs that have linked up. I am outie for the night (what? Its late here). Have a great Friday night!!!

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  25. Glenda CatesFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Hello, I am from Boost My Blog and I would like to sponsor a Texas as I am from Fort Worth and I do have a button so Please let me know what I need to do. Plus I would not mind having you as a Guest Host talking about living in 3 countries if you would not mind talking about it.

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  26. MummahhFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    hi following you back from
    www.mummahh.blogspot.com
    x

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  27. TootsieFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    this is a fun sounding party! I am so glad you popped in and followed me today! I love your site here and will be back as often as I can! have a great weekend...I am following you back!

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  28. Jen HaHAFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Thanks for creating and hosting such a great Blog Hop/ Linky Party! I was going to create a new story, but instead I'm linking my first post which explains why I even started this whole blogging adventure. You'll see that I have veered off course, so this is the swift kick in the skirt that I need!

    My first post is my introduction. Nice to meet you all!

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  29. Marjory SkousenFebruary 25, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Thank you for this blog hop. Love just reading the stories. I'm now following, and receiving your posts. Come on by and visit me too.

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  30. -MalloriFebruary 25, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    @Slidecutter: two cynic posts? I would enjoy reading it!

    LINDSEY! THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS!! I'm going through and reading everyone's stories! I will be checking back through a couple of the sites as the day goes on to see if I want to continue reading! You're amazing!

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  31. Red Nomad OZFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Thank god you're here! SO over the couponistas - can't wait to read all the stories!!

    Have a lovely weekend!!

    PS LOVE your name, just LOVE IT!

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  32. UnknownFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    i love the concept! refreshing! will have to write one.

    hey, i have been wanting a header design for long time and I just love yours. thanks for inspiring me. am interested also in your design.

    caroline

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  33. Momma BrownFebruary 26, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    hey there! i am following you after you stopped by to visit me over at the turnip farmer. I am so glad i came here as well! i also don't like blogs that have a ton of give aways and junk reviews. they are cool once in a while but i much prefer a good story.
    looking forward to reading more from you! have a great weekend!

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  34. TexaGermaFinlaNadianFebruary 26, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    @well, everyone! (Sorry I usually respond to all comments, but I am hoping to your site and doing that today :)). Thanks for linking up, I am finding so many great new reads. Have a beautiful Saturday, you all deserve it!

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  35. MeriFebruary 26, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Hi Lindsey! Thanks for hosting this and I can't wait to check some of these blogs out! I need some new blogs to read (because I don't read enough already... right...) but I need to feed my addiction :)
    Have a great weekend!
    Meri

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  36. ChinaDollFebruary 26, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    thanks for dropping by! Visiting you back and following you now! =)

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  37. Brandy M. February 26, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    A good idea for a hop. It's a different one and will apply to a different niche of people. Love it! Have a splendid day and if you have time to stop by would great!

    http://giveawayblogdom.blogspot.com

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  38. TeishaFebruary 26, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Great idea! Thanks for hosting!

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  39. MarjorieFebruary 26, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    This is great! One day I hope to host a blog hop. Thanks for stopping by my blog, Your blog is awesome!

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  40. MissyFebruary 26, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Finally, I made it over here!! LOL..Hope you are having a wonderful weekend. I found out not too long ago, that with the other HEINZ 57 mixes in my blood, I also have some German in me. Though the Irish shows through (and the Dutch) the most.

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  41. EmilyFebruary 26, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Hi! I love your blog name! It all made sense once I read your profile :) Thanks for following Scribbles From Emily! I'm following you back. This blog hop sounds like a lot of fun!

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  42. Quirky HomemakerFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Love this idea!! Don't think I'm gonna do it this week. But, I'll add your button to my hop-list so that I can try in the future! Thanks for such a great theme!!!

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  43. Quirky HomemakerFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Oh! Didn't know you didn't have to hook it to a "specific" story. I'm in!

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  44. AnonymousFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Crapcicles, I forgot to do this today. I will play next weekend. Your button looks cool!!

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  45. b. leeFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    love it!!! I totally missed it yesterday * *

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  46. AnonymousFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and leaving a very nice comment :) I love visitors and hope you stop back by ! I'm your newest follower ! Happy Saturday !

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  47. Sonnia J. KemmerFebruary 26, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Yay! I joined the band wagon. I don't really write about advertisements or contests. I just ramble about my weird and fun life. LOL

    http://brownbugz.blogspot.com

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  48. ropcornFebruary 26, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    What a great idea for a blog hop! And you have a really lovely blog here. Thank you for mentioning it on your visit to my blog. :-)

    By the way, is this blog hop going to be an ongoing hop, like weekly or monthly?

    Have a continued amazing weekend!

    Alexandra - http://ropcorn.com

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  49. TexaGermaFinlaNadianFebruary 26, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Again, ya'll rock :) I plan on doing this once a month, at the end of the month. So not too often, but just enough to make some good discoveries. The list is STILL OPEN for anyone who wants to join :)

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  50. ShayFebruary 26, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Hey lady! Just wanted to pop in and say hi! I haven't been around for awhile but look forward to reading up on your posts!

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  51. Not a Perfect MomFebruary 26, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    what a cool hop! Loving it...
    and following you back!

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  52. Joey Lynn RescinitiFebruary 26, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    I make everything into a story. This is a great linky for me!

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  53. angie on mauiFebruary 26, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Hi there, I'm visiting you from FTLOB and now following. Thank you for hosting this blog hop - I love that you've catered it for specific content...I REALLY appreciate that! :)

    I'm looking forward to reading about your travel adventures! My husband and I are planning a trip to Europe for next year and have a friend in Germany who is SUPER excited to show us around (we've never been). For now, I will have to live vicariously through you!

    Hope you are having a wonderful weekend!

    Aloha,
    Angie

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  54. Tanya (a Taste of T)February 26, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Hmmmm...i need to post a story soon to join this
    Everyone loves a giveaway

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  55. that1gamer2knowFebruary 27, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    I am a new follower. Thanks for stopping by my blog! :)

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  56. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Bummer that I missed this hop...such a fantastic idea! Thanks for stopping by today. :)

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  57. Yenta MaryMarch 26, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Can I give a big "YEAH!!!" to the nonsense of the ads that slow down the sites, not to mention the giveaways for such enticements as hemorrhoid cream??? Yeesh!

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