In doing some back-end work on the blog today, I had a little flashback and realized that it’s been 10 years this month since I first launched Music Matters Blog! My how the world of music education has changed since then! I distinctly remember my trepidation at starting a blog and wondering if I would be able to generate enough content to make it a valuable endeavor and resource to other teachers. In fact, I even jotted out a schedule on a spiral bound notebook of what I would post about each day for the first 30 days. I was taking a step of faith, believing that after that new ideas and inspiration would develop. 1,463 posts later, I guess I’ve come up with enough to say. 😉
Here are some highlights from over the years (watch closely; your picture might be included!):
I have learned so much as a result of running Music Matters Blog, and I will be forever grateful for all the friendships I’ve developed and opportunities I’ve experienced because of it. The music education community is truly one of the most inspiring, supportive, and generous groups of people with whom I’ve interacted! Even though I have less to say on the blog these days, I look forward to continuing to contribute as I’m able, and Lord-willing there will be many more years of blogging on Music Matters Blog!
Julia T says
Congratulations, Natalie! I’m so thankful that our paths crossed 8 years ago when I found Music Matters Blog as a new teacher. Since then you have been an inspiration to me, both as a teacher and friend. I can’t wait to see what God has in store for the next 10 years!
Becky Baker says
Happy 10th year, Natalie!!!!
Jennifer Foxx says
Congratulations on your 10 years Natalie! You were a huge inspiration and example to me when I decided to start blogging! Thank you!
Dana Rice says
Natalie, your blog was the first blog I came across almost 10 years ago when I was searching online for likeminded piano teachers. Thank you so much for creating Music Matters Blog. Your work has inspired me in so many ways. Congratulations on the first 10 years of an AMAZING blog!
Sheryl Welles says
Congratulations! I’ve enjoyed reading your blog and gleaned many great ideas! Thank you for all you do and for inspiring many of us to be better teachers!