Happy Anniversary MAX: 2 Years!

On the 24th of May 2007 a wonderful journey began, through the blogosphere, that has enriched me in indescribable ways.

It all started with In what consists the feminist cause nowadays? And its first commentator was the very first person I built a friendship with, here at Blogger: Amelia.

Amelia is a sweet young woman, whom (when we met) had recently arrived from Indonesia to Finland, and was still going through an adjustment process, but still supported baby MAX and encouraged it to go on – thank you so much, girl, you know you are in my heart always!

Then, Karen and Shan came along; then Choc Mint Girl, Sabina, the Oswegan, Gallardo, and others; but even though many of them have gone their way they should know that they are still on my thoughts, and I am grateful for their initial support.

Later in 2007 I met some amazing mates, and deepened some old acquaintances, that made me look forward to blogging every week and with whom I have superb conversations:

LS: my dear friend, you know you are the greatest verbal gladiator I have ever met; and you have rendered my Blogger Universe much more interesting. It is a true honour to cooperate with you on Graffiti, and to hammer (and be hammered by) you on our debates. Thank you, darling.

Alexys: my sista! I simply love you, girl: your intelligence, your love, your sense of humour, your laughter, your love for music, your respect for others and your humanity are simply the bomb. Thank you for your support and Love.

Mel: my man, I remember well how we met and boy, am I ever so glad we did *big smile*. We have come a long way: from Attitude to SlogBite (Sidebar: people, if you haven’t joined SB yet; join now). I love conversing with you, and I respect you a great deal, and you are my running-mate. Don’t forget that in 2012 we are taking the White House by a storm lol. Thank you for your support.

Anna: my darling friend, you are an amazing human being and you deserve all the blessings in the world. Thank you for our conversations, for making me laugh and for your friendship.

Peter: my mate from Downunder. You know I value our friendship a lot. I love learning things with you, your wisdom, your love for the family institution, your care. Thank you ever so much.

Lynda: the kindest friend. Our conversations are excellent and inspiring. Your aura transmits peace and I love your essence. Thank you so much for your friendship and support, darling.

Zhu: my French friend (or should I now say Canadian friend?). I adore Zhu’s open mind, free spirit and respect for human life. She has been supporting me for these past 2 years and I feel blessed for it. Merci infiniment, ma cherie.

Liza: such an adorable friend, whom I absolutely love. Thank you so much for your love, care and friendship.

Cidão, Juca, Adriana, Luma and Carla: my Brazilian friends. 4/5 have migrated to Etnias, but they were here practically from the start to read my articles in Portuguese, and we became good friends. Obrigada pela amizade, pessoal!

Bob: the Prince of the Astrostuff. I always look forward to hearing from you, and we share the appreciation for African rhythms (thanks for visualising my weekly musical videos). Thank you for your support, man.

Fernando and Hanna: these two amazing friends helped to spread the fruits of my intellect throughout the web and encouraged me to proceed with my writings and translations (they were kind enough to let me translate the intellectual delicatessen that is their literary work). Gracías, Proto...Grazie, caríssima!

Delirious: darling, I always look forward to hear your take on issues, and I appreciate your non-stop support: thank you.

Then, in 2008, I met Swu (whom I simply adore), Renny (my favourite Norwegian), Looney (from whom I learn a lot), Burcu (a dear friend): thank you for your thoughts and support.

This has been MAX’s entourage: a group of sublime friends and readers.

And for the most recent and future readers: thank you for gifting us with your presence here!

Before I leave (this post is getting huge now), I would like to thank and send my love to a group of people whose support has been paramount: Circulus Ciceronis and Dux Probus – I love you, guys!

And to get this party started I would like to share a cool song with you, by Bob Marley feat. Lauryn Hill, which I dedicate to my dearest Inspiration.

Happy Anniversary MAX!

Image: Birthday Table by Fedinand Georg Waldmüller