Margie Clayman - 100 Favorite Blog Posts of 2011

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    1. In Loving Memory » Gaga's Garden

      In Loving Memory » Gaga's Garden

      by Susan Fox (aka @gagasgarden)

      In May, it’s natural to think of our mothers. In this beautiful post, Gaga remembers her mother’s love for one of my favorite flowers, the peony.

    2. You Don't Have to Die to Live

      You Don't Have to Die to Live

      by Danny Brown

      If this post doesn’t move you, you might not be human.

    3. Why You Should Quit the Internet

      Why You Should Quit the Internet

      by Julien Smith
      The longer I spend in the online world (and I say this with all love and affection), the more this post resonates with me.

    4. The Roundup: What I Wish People Knew

      The Roundup: What I Wish People Knew

      by Amber Naslund
      Amber stirred up quite a posting flurry when she noted that we probably have a lot of facets and characteristics that our online world knows nothing about. In response, people started writing their own “What I wish people knew about me” posts, which Amber then proceeded to gather up into this awesome collection. Pretty nifty!

    5. Suicide and Depression

      Suicide and Depression

      by Steve Woodruff
      Trey Pennington’s death inspired Steve to share his very personal story in the hopes that it would offer others hope. If you are going through a hard time, read Steve’s post and check out his e-book!

    6. Hey Blogger, You’re Really Not That Important. Seriously.

      Hey Blogger, You’re Really Not That Important. Seriously.

      by Marcus Sheridan

      If you are in the online world, it’s pretty easy, what with all of the positive feedback you get, to start thinking that you are the best thing since sliced bread. This post wisely reminds you of the importance of staying grounded. More important words are seldom spoken in the online world about the online world!

    7. If Today Was Their Last Day

      If Today Was Their Last Day

      by Dan Perez
      This post clued me in to the soul of one Dan Perez. I agree with every sentiment, and unfortunately had to learn these lessons in very similar ways. It’s a must-read.

    8. No More Public Call Outs

      No More Public Call Outs

      By Geoff LivingstonHow happy did this post make me? Um, like, woah. I hope everyone reads this one and fully absorbs it!

    9. Social Media, Pretend Friends, and the Lie of False Intimacy

      Social Media, Pretend Friends, and the Lie of False Intimacy

      by Jay Baer
      Trey Pennington’s death raised a lot of questions throughout the online world. Did Trey’s many online followers see this coming? Was there anything anyone could have done? Was there any way to intercede? I found this conversation difficult but highly memorable.

    10. How adding one plugin boosted my blog traffic by almost 700%

      How adding one plugin boosted my blog traffic by almost 700%

      by Mack Collier
      Let’s face it, that headline is going to grab you. The funny and not so surprising thing is that Mack’s advice is, as always, just perfect!