Friday, December 19, 2014

Blog's 9th birthday

My first post was on December 19, 2005. Wouldn't have put money on it lasting nine years.

The stats are steady but not growing. I usually occupy some position in the 30s when it comes to blog rankings in NZ and average around 200 visits a day.

So you'd wonder why I bother.

I continue to believe the welfare stuff is hugely important and pester MSD, read all their publications, monitor party policies, keep a watching brief on welfare reforms abroad and if I have something particularly interesting the goodwill of other bigger blogs (particular Whale Oil - thanks Cam)  usually means I can get them to pick it up.

And thanks to my regular readers who often send me tidbits and comments off-blog. You in particular keep me going.

16 comments:

  1. Jamie8:54 AM

    Hey I think you got the date wrong???

    Might need changing...

    Hammer down and keep up the good work Lindsay!!!

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  2. Happy blog birthday, Lindsay.
    Your blog provides really valuable information and insight and I always enjoy reading your posts.

    All the best for the next nine years.

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  3. tranquil9:23 AM

    Happy "blog birthday" Lindsay!

    Keep up the great work. Your blog is outstanding in providing hard evidence that supports the need for welfare reform.

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  4. And a valuable 9 years of blogging you have done, Lindsay.

    Have a great festive season.

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  5. Many Happy returns to your very valuable blog Lindsay.
    Your unique perspectives and analysis deserve far wider recognition as valid summations and examinations of possibly the greatest threat facing our increasingly dependent national mindset.
    Kind regards and seasons greetings M.

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  6. Anonymous11:52 AM

    Happy Birthday Lindsay.
    Thanks for all your hard work!

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  7. Anonymous12:19 PM

    It's quality not quantity that counts

    Keep it up!

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  8. Glad you keep going, Lindsay. Always an authoritative read. :-)

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  9. Congratulations Lindsay - you are an inspiration.

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  10. Anonymous2:19 PM

    You provide a really really valuable counterpoint to main stream perspectives - usually based on evidence rather than hearsay or ideology.

    Please keep it up- you are an important voice in the discussion.

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  11. Keep going I am sure your efforts help keep Winz staff on the ball.

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  12. Manolo4:58 PM

    I'm proud to say I read this blog almost daily. Well done, Lindsay!

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  13. Anonymous7:46 PM

    Good stuff! Best wishes.

    Cadwallader

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  14. Thank you all very much. I really do appreciate your comments.

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  15. Great stuff and maybe you should consider running a contributions tickbox on your site .
    I for one would happily chip in to support your invaluable work in this arena
    Just send me the how to info

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  16. Thanks very generous Frank but I've always resloved to do the 'work' unpaid. That way my motivation and integrity won't be compromised.

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