Hello, thank you so much for stopping my my first-ever blog post, actually vlog post. I have followed blogs for a while now, and I always love when I can match a face and a voice. So I thought I would enter the world of blogging with a vlog.
I began “rolling” with the idealistic notion that I would need one to five takes to get just what I wanted on film. So much for that thought. The following vlog is the end result of more “takes” than I’m going to admit to. I hope you’ll stop by often and visit with me.
Award winning aspiring novelist, Jeanne Takenaka, writes contemporary inspirational fiction that tackles real life issues with a heart to draw women closer to God and those around them. She lives near the mountains in Colorado with her amazing husband and two exuberant boy-men. She loves being God’s girl—always learning about His grace, hanging out with friends and enjoying a great cup of coffee. When she’s not writing you can find her with a camera in her hand, looking for #alittlebitofpretty in her days.
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43 thoughts on “Introduction Vlog-Welcome!”
You did it — you really did it!
So excited to see you in the blog-o-sphere!!
I did it. 🙂 Meant to tell you, but I’m still critting for tomorrow. 🙂 Because I spent all day today working on my blog. Thanks for the welcome, my friend.
Loved this, Jeanne! I’ve thought about doing a vlog from time to time, but (a) I’m not very photogenic (!), and (b) most of the time when I write my blog posts it’s on the weekend or in the early morning when I haven’t yet done anything about my hair or makeup, and I’m afraid the result would frighten people!
But yours was great! Really gave such a sweet sense of who you are. Welcome to the wonderful world of blogging. I’ve subscribed and will be eagerly watching for more!
Thanks so much, Laura! I won’t tell you at what time I filmed this particular vlog. 😉 And thanks for subscribing. I don’t know when I’ll do another blog. Writing is much less intimidating. 😉
woo hoo Jeanne! Super excited for you. You did a great job with your first vlog! Proud of you!! (I finally got it to play – tried it on my laptop – still don’t know what the problem was on the other computer) It was so wonderful to see your face and hear your voice. You are just so sweet! miss you my dear friend! ❤
Jeanne, excellent vlog, very personable. It’s SO GREAT to finally see you and to follow your blog! I’d love to hear more about the kind of books you’re writing/have written.
It’s a party at Jeanne’s place!! Welcome to the neighborhood – I’m so happy you decided to move in and take up residence with the rest of us. 🙂 Looking forward to stopping back often.
Gabrielle! Thanks so much for stopping by and welcoming me to the neighborhood. It’s nice to be moving in. Yes, I’m still figuring out everything in my new digs. 🙂 Looking forward to connecting with you. Thanks for your encouragements to make the move into the blogosphere.
I have been wondering how your writing has been coming along and what you have been up to! You have been in my prayers Jeanne. I am rejoicing along with you!
Thanks so much for stopping by, Mickey! Writing is coming slowly but surely. 🙂 I appreciate your prayers. You’ve been in mine too. I hope we can catch up sometime in the near future.
Thanks so much for stopping by, Chagall! I’m blogging on Tuesdays until September, and then I’ll resume my schedule. 🙂 I’m looking forward to getting to know you better.
Jeanne, you know I just had to come over to hear your sweet voice. Jennifer once said that your voice sings. It does. You are beautiful. Much love to you, friend.
You did it — you really did it!
So excited to see you in the blog-o-sphere!!
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I did it. 🙂 Meant to tell you, but I’m still critting for tomorrow. 🙂 Because I spent all day today working on my blog. Thanks for the welcome, my friend.
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Wow!! This was excellent!! You’re here, I’m so excited!! Jeanne !?!?! You’re ONLINE!!
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Thanks for all your nudges, Jennifer. 🙂
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YAY!!!! Jeanne’s got a blog!!! Thanks for letting me know. Loved watching your v-log!!!
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Thank you, Julia! I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
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Yay! Loved your vlog! 🙂 You did a great job.
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Thanks so much, Jessica. I’m glad you stopped by!
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Love it! Can’t wait for more 🙂
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I’m so glad you stopped by, Erica!
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Ok So I am REALLY impressed!! Good job girl!! You are awesome!!
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Thank you, Mom!
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Welcome to the Blogsphere, er Vlogsphere, uh, BOTH! Great job, Jeanne. looking forward to visiting on Tuesdays and Thursdays!
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Thanks for the support and encouragement, Pat!
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Loved this, Jeanne! I’ve thought about doing a vlog from time to time, but (a) I’m not very photogenic (!), and (b) most of the time when I write my blog posts it’s on the weekend or in the early morning when I haven’t yet done anything about my hair or makeup, and I’m afraid the result would frighten people!
But yours was great! Really gave such a sweet sense of who you are. Welcome to the wonderful world of blogging. I’ve subscribed and will be eagerly watching for more!
Laura
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Thanks so much, Laura! I won’t tell you at what time I filmed this particular vlog. 😉 And thanks for subscribing. I don’t know when I’ll do another blog. Writing is much less intimidating. 😉
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I agree! (And sometime I want to hear about how you recorded your blog–what equipment you used, etc.)
Laura
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Laura, I used my computer and surrounded myself with light so it wasn’t too dark. It was much simpler than I thought it would be. 🙂
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Yay!! Way to go Jeanne T! Great job!
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Thanks so much, Amy, and for stopping by!
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woo hoo Jeanne! Super excited for you. You did a great job with your first vlog! Proud of you!! (I finally got it to play – tried it on my laptop – still don’t know what the problem was on the other computer) It was so wonderful to see your face and hear your voice. You are just so sweet! miss you my dear friend! ❤
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Yea, Melissa! You made it over here! 🙂 I’m so glad you stopped by! I miss you too.
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Jeanne, excellent vlog, very personable. It’s SO GREAT to finally see you and to follow your blog! I’d love to hear more about the kind of books you’re writing/have written.
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Thanks for stopping by, Heather! I’m working on getting pages up. Slowly. 🙂 I appreciate your encouragement!
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Yay for you being here. You’re gorgeous!! And so well put together. 🙂 Makes me so excited to see you soon! Yay!
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Awww, thanks, Lindsay. 🙂 I’m looking forward to seeing you too!
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Jeanne, this was beautiful! Well done!!!!
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Thanks, Ruthy! I think I’ve figured out how to launch a blog the hard way. 🙂 I’m glad you like it. Thanks so much for stopping by!
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It’s a party at Jeanne’s place!! Welcome to the neighborhood – I’m so happy you decided to move in and take up residence with the rest of us. 🙂 Looking forward to stopping back often.
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Gabrielle! Thanks so much for stopping by and welcoming me to the neighborhood. It’s nice to be moving in. Yes, I’m still figuring out everything in my new digs. 🙂 Looking forward to connecting with you. Thanks for your encouragements to make the move into the blogosphere.
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We have so much in common, Jeanne! Chocolate, coffee, traveling, and family–that sums it up for me! I love your site!!
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Thanks, Jill! And thanks so much for helping me get it set up. 🙂 You are amazing.
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Way to go. I’m excited for you. And even a vlog. Amazing job. See you soon, Pam
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Thanks, Pam! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂 I’m looking forward to seeing you!
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I have been wondering how your writing has been coming along and what you have been up to! You have been in my prayers Jeanne. I am rejoicing along with you!
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Thanks so much for stopping by, Mickey! Writing is coming slowly but surely. 🙂 I appreciate your prayers. You’ve been in mine too. I hope we can catch up sometime in the near future.
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Me too!
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I look forward to reading you on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 🙂 —–Chagall
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Thanks so much for stopping by, Chagall! I’m blogging on Tuesdays until September, and then I’ll resume my schedule. 🙂 I’m looking forward to getting to know you better.
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Jeanne, you know I just had to come over to hear your sweet voice. Jennifer once said that your voice sings. It does. You are beautiful. Much love to you, friend.
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Aww, thanks, Shelli! You both are too kind to me. Really. 🙂
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Truly well done!! You looked good and sounded awesome! Hooray for you!!!
Love you!
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Thanks, Mom! It took me enough takes. 🙂
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