“Look mum, two balloons”.

Well, who would have thought I’d make it this far without missing a day.

First up, a massive thanks to everyone who’s subscribed and commented, it really warms the soul to be part of such an amazing community.

If it wasn’t for the constant support, comments and sharing in others amazing journals, I never would have lasted so long…

I have a bit of a guilty conscience about the lack of comments I have made this year, and there are a few of you who deserve a special thanks for giving me real motivation throughout my blip-adventure… so I thought I would thank you here…

** Joe, G and the team – what can I say… just legendary people. You have changed the lives of so many of us for the better. You have bult an amazing community and a piece of the internet to be proud of.

** 42 – stunning photos and special thanks for posting an added BOTD every day, very appreciated

** Barking and Cousteau – your writing and strength are inspiring

** Jan Berghuis Terschelling – I just keep coming back to your amazing journal

** Pixelsmiths – you have no idea how homesick your amazing landscapes can make a travelling kiwi.

** Sp44dway – have followed your journal from day one… theres always something so intriguing

** Sea Urchin – your shots are quite possibly my favourites amongst all of blip

** Tuscan Jim – You are a constant reminder that you can do anything you want to – Thanks!

** Lauren – your portraits are some of the best I know, and I often go back through them – you have a real and rare talent with people.

** The fool on the hill – love the every day style, it always makes me smile.

** Missing and Barker – it may be rude to lump you together, but your amazing photos always remind me what can be achieved with determination and good friends. A very important lesson

** Bri – I love opening your journal due to the mix of amazing variety + nevis and skye mixed in 😉

** David77 – Loved sharing in your adventures through the faces you captured

** Darkadapted – your black and whites are an inspiration

** Tractor Factory Photos – I love watching your journal, and the concept of being able to go back through the BethaBlips always reminds me why I photograph… ‘to remember and smile’

** Shona – I admire the effort you put into comments… I must try harder 😉

** Tracey Flower Pot – Even just typing your name makes me smile… you are such an asset to the community.

** F&V and B&C – I know you don’t comment, but read all the time… thanks for the support!

** Be@nz – if it wasn’t for your support I would never have kept going for 2 years… you, GD (and molly) have been an amazing inspiration, especially on the nights when blipping has just seemed to hard.

I know there will be some I have forgotten, but I’m sure you know who you are… if I remember when reading the comments then I’ll drop you a note 😉

And saving the best for last… Thank-you S1! Not only are you an inspiration, but also makes this all possible… happy to let me have a few minutes (up to a few hours) every night, no matter what else is happening. The truth is if it wasn’t for you I probably never would have plucked up the courage to buy that first camera.