I’m approaching my first year of blogging, and I have to say this moment is monumental for me. I started this blog based on an idea that popped into my head while in the shower (I get my best ideas while in the bathroom, it’s weird I know). I had no idea this blog would be fulfilling as it is today. I’m extremely thankful to have met (online of course) all of you who continually support this blog.
ALL OF YOU have become my online family… I thank you. I simply, lovingly THANK YOU!
Before I bust out into the ugly cry, I would LOVE suggestions on what type of contest I should run for next week. I have something special for the winner but have no idea on the contest. Please leave your ideas below. Happy Sunday 
#1 by Kristy on September 25, 2011 - 10:37 AM
You’re welcome.
And thank you to you as well. I’m so happy to have “met” you Kay. You are a ray of sunshine. 
Hmm. Contest ideas…I’ll have to give that some thought. Admittedly “contest creativity” is not one of my strong suits.
Mr. N’s idea for you is to have people do some kind of creative art project, take a photo and send it in to you.
#2 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 5:54 PM
Hey Kristy
. For me, it was also a pleasure to have ‘met’ you and your family as well Kristy. You guys remind me of my own childhood and how wonderful families can be. And to feature your family every week is brave.. and shows what an amazing mom you are 
.
Tell Mr. N thanks for the ideas, I will definitely consider that idea
(contest creativity isn’t my strong suit either lol). I hope you and the family are having a wonderful day today
#3 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide on September 25, 2011 - 10:59 AM
I think you should do a name this artwork type of thing. Hokey? (As in give it a name, not say the actual name.) Anyway, congrats on almost a year. You were our first commenter who wasn’t a friend or family member. Katherine and I enjoy coming here.
#4 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 5:56 PM
Hey Greg and Katherine
. I address this response to both of you because you are such an amazing blogging team and couple. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy when you guys visit my blog. And you both provide me with comic relief that makes me laugh out loud in such an idiotic way LOL. Thank you so much for the support and I will always continue to support your blog 
. I hope you both are having a wonderful day today
#5 by My Inner Chick on September 25, 2011 - 12:30 PM
Congrats on ONE YEAR!! WOW!!
Fabulous. Xx
#6 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 5:59 PM
Hey My Inner Chick
. Thank you so much. When I visit your blog, I always know I’m going to hear a blunt, and colorful opinion. You would fit right in with my family lol. Thank you for visiting as always 
. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#7 by thecompletecookbook on September 25, 2011 - 12:51 PM
Congratulations on nearly one year blogging Kay! I love your diverse subjects that you blog about! Hmm, what about something with plants?
Mandy
Have a super week.
#8 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:01 PM
Hey Mandy
. Thank you for such kind words 
. I blog about what I see and what inspires me.. always hoping you will enjoy it. And of course I can say the same thing about your blog. Your recipes always seem to give me the most incredible ideas 
. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#9 by Rahmat Nugraha on September 25, 2011 - 2:58 PM
congratulations on one year blogging,.my I can be your online friend?
#10 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:39 PM
Hi Rahmat
. Thank you so much and everyone is invited into my blogging family. I hope you enjoy the post on this blog to come. Thank you for visiting my blog, come back and rant with us anytime.
#11 by The British Asian Blog on September 25, 2011 - 4:29 PM
The year has gone by really quick. Congratulations on achieving this milestone. For most bloggers a year takes motivation, dedication and pure focus – and not everyone lasts a birthday. You have done well and I hope you continue.
Contests are always hard to design but I guess a competition involving creativity sounds good and matches your blog theme. Maybe it could be taking a photo of a designer house, or some for of art, etc. This will need some time to think over.
#12 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:03 PM
Hey British Asian
. This year hasn’t been without it’s ups and downs. I had to try out a lot of different formats before I found my groove. But through everything, this blog and your support inspires me to keep blogging. So thank you, for always supporting me 
. Love the contest idea you wrote as well. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#13 by fromaprilwithlove on September 25, 2011 - 5:08 PM
Wow a year! I just debuted my blog today, and I can’t wait to see where I’ll be in a year. Congrats! And best of luck in the year to come.
#14 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:38 PM
Hi April
. It definitely takes dedication to keep any blog going. But like so many of bloggers know, you get a certain gratifying feeling when you blog.. it’s just wonderful. I find more of myself by blogging. Welcome to WordPress and I can’t wait to see what you blog about 
. Thank you for visiting my blog, come back and rant with us anytime
#15 by ceciliag on September 25, 2011 - 5:54 PM
Lovely kay. you have such a good eye, i am sure you will have something very classy in mind soon for your competition, and well done working out there for a year.. c
#16 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:06 PM
Hey ceciliag
. I absolutely adore when you visit. Your blog always reminds me of life with my grandmother for some reason 
. She was definitely a strong woman I looked up to you. Thank you for visiting, I truly appreciate it 
. And I really hope the contest will be a good one. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#17 by Kelly on September 25, 2011 - 6:01 PM
hee-hee, I get my best (and worst) ideas at around 3 am. Congratulations on coming up to a year Kay! I always look forward to seeing what’s on your page.
#18 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:09 PM
Hey Kelly
. Girl, I have no idea why that happens to us LOL. I get great ideas late at night as well. It’s strange but when I get them, I immediately have to write them down or I will forget lol. Thank you so much for supporting this blog. Your blog always stops me from eating something fattening lol.. seriously. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#19 by belleontheboulevard on September 25, 2011 - 6:56 PM
Hey Kay!
Congrats! You have an awesome blog and I love reading it. As for contest ideas, I think you should do something centred around creativity.
#20 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:10 PM
Hey Belle
. Thanks a lot 
. And I;m not sure if I’ve told you, but your fashion blog is one of my favorite fashion sites I visit. You have such a unique view on each designer or outfit you post. I absolutely enjoy it. I will definitely do something creative for the contest, and I hope you enjoy it 
. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#21 by belleontheboulevard on September 27, 2011 - 1:56 PM
You’re too nice. Thank you so much.
#22 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 27, 2011 - 2:16 PM
I think I get it from my mom and grandmother.. but I can go off like the next person lol. I just don’t see the point in always being upset about little things. We all deserve to be happy
.
#23 by spiderpaw on September 25, 2011 - 10:46 PM
Congrats on the blog Ms. Kay. Man how time flies, and your blog keeps getting better and better. I truly appreciate your support for me over the past year and I must say that I am a huge fan of your blog. I have found new friends here, and it is so nice to see all these familiar faces on every post because it means they all share the love of someone who works hard at what she does and always shows respect for others. It just doesn’t get any better than that. I must admit that at first I did not realize that I would be interested in most things on this blog, but yet here I am. Hooked. As with Kelly, I always look forward to the next post (no pressure
), and no matter how far I get behind on reading the posts, your blogging style always makes it a joy to catch up. So with that, I will crack open my favorite beer (Old Speckled Hen), and say “Happy Birthday Pure Complex and here’s to many, many more.”
#24 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:15 PM
Hey Spiderpaw
. You are one of those friends that inspires me and somehow I end up inspiring you as well 
. You are SUCH A GREAT FRIEND TO HAVE! I’ve also noticed my blog family at each others blogs and I somehow think we’re all this big, dysfunctional, but loving family and I would trade any of you in for nothing in this world lol.
Let me tell you something I love about you, you may miss a week of my blog, but you come back the next week and comment on just about every post. I can’t begin to tell you how many times I see your name and think.. I owe him such a great deal for supporting me in the way that he does. Your images inspire me and your constant support humbles me. Thank you, thank you
. Cheers.. here’s to many more. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#25 by rsmacaalay on September 26, 2011 - 3:29 AM
Your so welcome and congratulations in making for a year, you truly have entertained us your readers.
#26 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:18 PM
Hey Raymund
. Thank you for your continued support 
. Whenever I visit your blog, I learn so much. Sometimes I start telling people the origin of a certain dish and know I’ve learned it from your blog 
. And I still think you may become a famed photographer 
. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#27 by jdlarkin on September 26, 2011 - 10:39 AM
Wow, one year! Congratulations. I had similar ideas to the ones already mentioned. You could do a kind of quiz with questions where all of the answers can be found on one of your posts… I am sure that you will come up with something. Thank you for all of your wonderful posts, I really enjoy them and they have given me so much inspiration! x
#28 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:20 PM
Hey JDLarkin
. I haven’t ‘known’ you as long as my other blog family, but your blog has definitely left an impression on me 
. Keep up the good work, keep dreaming, and never stop taking those wonderful photos 
. I hope I’ll come up with a fun contest.. but I know the winner will love the gift 
. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#29 by Caroline on September 26, 2011 - 2:51 PM
Yay congrats on almost one year! Such an accomplishment. I absolutely love your blog and am so glad to have you as part of my blogging family.
xx
#30 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:25 PM
Hey Caroline
. I adore your blog as well and I’m happy you’re apart of my blogging family. Your format, for a food blog, is definitely amazing and you always leave me incredibly hungry lol. Never stop blogging, you definitely have a voice. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#31 by apinder sahni on September 26, 2011 - 2:57 PM
Many congrats on a year of blogging, fantastic achievement, stylish and creative posts.
Contest: take a picture and write a short story.
D.
#32 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:27 PM
Hey D
. You were among my first regular visitors to this site and I’ve always appreciated your support. You have a wonderfully, eclectic blog that I love to visit. And I will be checking out some bollywood movies soon 
. Thank you for all your support, I truly appreciate it 
. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#33 by Charles on September 26, 2011 - 5:38 PM
I like Kristy’s (Mr N’s) idea – your site is about creativity – get people to take a photo on a theme and send it in to you. Feature the short-listers
#34 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 26, 2011 - 6:30 PM
Hey Charles
. Whenever you visit, I know I will be challenged by your comments. But you also send me into laughter with your comments as well. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you visiting this blog, as I enjoy your blog as well. And I agree, I love Mr. N’s idea as well. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today
#35 by michaeldthomasphotography on September 26, 2011 - 8:17 PM
Congratulations Kay,
And I want to thank you for allowing me to be your online friend!
I continue to be amazed by your insight and your ability to find the most incredible pieces of artwork and places to see.
I’m looking forward to another year.
#36 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 27, 2011 - 12:58 AM
Hey Michael
. I should be thanking you for being apart of my blog family 
. i visit your blog everyday and everyday I’m left inspired by the quotes you post. And lets not forget the wonderful book you sent me.. which I’ve showed off to everyone I know because I LOVE that sculpture. Thank you again for supporting me.. I am honored to call you my friend 
. I hope you enjoyed your day today
#37 by Androgoth on September 26, 2011 - 9:21 PM
I never do those contests Kay but I will definitely be calling in here and adding my thoughts to whatever your wicked plans are, of course you will probably figure something out in the shower as this is your thinking ground, of course I am straight in and out again in no time at all unless I am… Well never mind what?
lol
I think that I will have been on here about that length of time too, I will have to check back a little to find out, not that I will be celebrating it you understand as I am here and that is that, but it’s nice that you are doing something for your anniversary as it were… Do have a lovely rest of day and a wonderfully wicked evening also
Androgoth XXx
#38 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 27, 2011 - 1:02 AM
Hey Androgoth
. No problem, of course the participation is this contest would be up to you but I am thankful that you visit my blog. I love to get to know interesting and wonderful people and you are definitely a good person to know 
. Besides, blogging for a year isn’t easy so I’m going to celebrate it 
. I deserve that lol. I hope you enjoyed your day today
#39 by foodtable on September 28, 2011 - 4:45 PM
Poping in to say Congratulations and encore!
Have a lovely day/week/month! Till next time~
#40 by Kay aka Babygirl on September 28, 2011 - 5:07 PM
Hey Foodtable
. How have you been? I hope school is going alright. I really do miss you around here 
and thanks for the well wishes 
. I hope you’re enjoying your day today