Mar 30, 2010

the ads...they are a' comin'


I thought I'd share with you all some upcoming changes to the decorated cookie, though I'm afraid I gave it away with the title. Yes. The ads are coming. I've held out for a year and a half as I've watched my blog grow (thank you all!) but it's time to take things to the next level. While some extra pocket change will certainly be welcome (and the term pocket change is pretty accurate, as are such things with a blog of my relative diminutive size), I'm also taking this step for another reason... to become part of a larger foodie community. That's why I chose to publish ads with these folks:
I researched my options a bit before settling on Foodbuzz. I was drawn to that aforementioned larger foodie community I was seeking, their ads are relevant to my blog, and many of the blogs I admire so much are Foodbuzz featured publishers, as I will be, like CakeSpy, Savor the Thyme, Bake at 350, Not So Humble Pie, La Fuji Mama, and so many more.... And that was their greatest endorsement.

I hope you will bear with me during the transition, as computer programming and technological changes of any kind are not my smoothest skills. And I hope to keep all you dear readers as well as welcome more, but I also am happy to hear your thoughts!
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11 comments:

  1. NikiMarch 30, 2010 at 9:29 PM

    You go girl! I hope you start rakin' in the dough...two ways. :) can't wait to check out the fellow bloggers you mentioned too.

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  2. bridget {bake at 350}March 30, 2010 at 10:35 PM

    You'll love FoodBuzz! It's easy to install...you'll have no problem.

    And thanks for the mention! :)

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  3. LorieMarch 30, 2010 at 10:51 PM

    I am sure it will go smoothly. And I love your blog, so I am glad that you can make some pocket change off of it!

    That just means more pretty marshmallows for us to look at! ;D

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  4. Brisbane BakerMarch 31, 2010 at 12:00 AM

    If you can make extra money then do it! :D

    I'll love your blog either way!

    :D

    www.brisbanebaker.blogspot.com

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  5. AnonymousMarch 31, 2010 at 12:19 AM

    I bought marshmallows today and thought of you, ha!

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  6. LorraineMarch 31, 2010 at 9:25 AM

    Congratulations! I love your site and hope the addition of advertisements doesn't change it too much!

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  7. Rachael HutchingsMarch 31, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    Don't worry, Foodbuzz makes it so easy to install everything! One of the reasons I chose Foodbuzz is because I never have to worry about the ads--I always know that they are going to be food related and unoffensive. Plus, being a featured publisher gives you some great opportunities, like participating in 24, 24, 24 and being a part of the Tastemakers program! Welcome aboard!

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  8. SueMarch 31, 2010 at 2:02 PM

    Go for it!!!

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  9. the decorated cookieApril 2, 2010 at 10:56 AM

    Oh good, great endorsements! Makes the jump easier... thank you!

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  10. Flour Box BakeryApril 2, 2010 at 12:29 PM

    Your ideas are so great! I hope the new advertising also brings new readers to you! Good luck with this new addition! Thanks for making so many posts. I'm a new reader and I love everything! You have a great site!

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  11. AbbyApril 3, 2010 at 8:44 PM

    My blog isn't even that popular, and I've had some good luck with Foodbuzz. I hope it works out for you! They're nice folks!

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