For the last month I've been quietly working away at a new web site. This project was the brain-child of D. L. Ennis, the blogger that created the Blue Ridge Gazette blog. He invited me to write for his blog and then other writers joined, for a really creative team with different viewpoints and talent. I've been doing web pages for awhile, and suddenly I found myself designing a magazine format to take advantage of the great writing that was flowing into the blog. So, as of today, the premier issue of Blue Ridge Gazette is on-line. I'm co-editor, thanks to the generous nature of Mr. Ennis. We're hoping to sell advertising to support the magazine.

 
I've thoroughly enjoyed working on this project. Now that the format is done the monthly publication won't be very difficult, and I can continue writing articles for the blog. I think this type of writing, although new to me in a way, is growing more comfortable. I used to write articles for small magazines years ago, but I didn't enjoy it as much as I enjoy this. I'll probably always tend to write more from personal experience than from any other viewpoint. "Write what you know" is good advice. Even when I write about something for the magazine or blog, it will always be something where I feel a deep connection.

So go visit the Blue Ridge Gazette, when you have time, for a look at our wonderful mountains. Then come visit us!

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Posted by spinninggrandma

Fancy looking site you have there ... congratulations!!

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Posted by AmyJoBellclapper

oh, I am so running to check out the BRG!!!!! I had never heard of it. I live in Western MD, and love, love love mountains. The Blue Ridge Gazette sounds very Walton-esque

Amy Jo

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Posted by GrandmaRosie

You have so much on the ball Leslie. I am lucky to get my laundry done and dinner on the table. I really admire, I hope when my DH can finally take some time off, we can visit the Meadows of Dan. I truly love the Blue Ridge Mountains. It has been about 30 years since I was there. Time for a good long visit!

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Posted by ThistleCoveFarminVA

Congratulations, Leslie, the Blue Ridge Gazette e-mag looks wonderful. You and Dennis have done an excellent job. I'm proud to be associated with both of you and the BRG.

God's blessings on you, yours and the work of your hands.

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Posted by SpinnerGal

That looks really great! Congrats on a wonderful job you did!

I look forward to reading it more!

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