Because taking photos and bloging helped me through some difficult times in my life.
Because I met friends I would never meet otherwise.
Because I care about my friends here and I like visiting their blogs.
Because I learned a lot here- about photography and about people.
Because most photographers on PB are so much bettter then me, but they never discourage me - and I am grateful for every advice and for every "lovely shot" comment:)
Because I can take what I like and leave what I don´t .
Because I can contribute when I feel like it and just do my own thing when I don´t.
Because PB is a community I want to belong.

That simple.

I'm glad you are in my neighborhood Marie! Lovely flowers but # 5 is super Awesome! danrav · 2011-07-03: 05:55

all very good reasons to stay. Those who feel PB is not for them can simply move on and they don't need to bitch at those left behind! Lynda · 2011-07-03: 05:57

I like 2 and 5 :) Everyone must feel comfortable and at ease in what they do... Then there are moments in life... you know... :) ????? · 2011-07-03: 05:58

Great set! Thousand of reasons to stay! Andrealolita · 2011-07-03: 05:59

Great work! mytts · 2011-07-03: 06:00

Wonderful post well done!! great shots , finbarr · 2011-07-03: 06:18

Amazing set,the reasons are so true,glad you are my friend~!~ mallusatish · 2011-07-03: 06:35

Wonderful sentiments and some beautiful flowers too :-) girafferacing · 2011-07-03: 06:42

Yès Eiram ! I agree with you ... 3Because most photographers on PB are so much bettter then me, but they never discourage me - and I am grateful for every advice and for every "lovely shot" comment:) Because I can take what I like and leave what I don´t . Because I can contribute when I feel like it and just do my own thing when I don´t. Because PB is a community I want to belong." THANKS SO MUCH helys · 2011-07-03: 06:53

You said it beautifully, dear friend, and ... I would miss you like I already do miss so many people I have met here. Ryana · 2011-07-03: 06:56

Well said Marie. thank your for being our friend, and don't worry about temporal troubles. benjamww · 2011-07-03: 07:21

And I'm gald to have you as my friend here! promise · 2011-07-03: 07:57

I guess that says it all. We love you too Marie! As I said once earlier, you are my little window to see what’s new back home in the place that I miss every day. I agree with you that PB is a nice bunch of folks that are very respectful to each other. Keep doing the your great photobloger job! honzicek · 2011-07-03: 08:22

Well said Marie! I'm honoured to have you as my friend and your photographs are Awesome! Photoblog has also helped me through some difficult times in my life as well....... ArtBee · 2011-07-03: 09:14

Your comments are very true. Your captures are always creative. Wonderful post, Marie!!!!!!!! skskz · 2011-07-03: 10:10

Wonderful post!!! I so agree! Love the way you cropped the shots!! HoosierAtHeART · 2011-07-03: 10:18

I love your posts! Keep it up!!! juliearnold93 · 2011-07-03: 10:53

Gorgeous macros! And wonderful words, Marie! :))) JumiElla · 2011-07-03: 11:07

I see sincerity in your comments and creativity in your photos. You are a wonderful partner in PB. These pictures are wonderful, Marie. ????? · 2011-07-03: 11:22

Simple and great!! Your words, your pictures and your wish to not leave PB! Unchained · 2011-07-03: 11:57

What a perfect post and words...you actually had my tearing....i'm a big old softy....i'm so honored to have you as a friend here and see all your wonderful work and the places you live and travel too....thanks again...yes never leave ...you are so important to this community... yous truly, Gregg MARETKA88 · 2011-07-03: 12:33

wonderful post! wildduck · 2011-07-03: 14:33

Great sentiments. Hope this counters the sudden mania for saying goodbye to PB from some veterans! Jothindra · 2011-07-03: 14:51

Well I know that I am glad you are on here! These just like so many of your other pictures are such a joy to look at. But really, these are almost breathtaking in my opinion. Got some favorites out of this set. Good choices on your part! lookwhatisaw · 2011-07-03: 16:46

I share your sentiment perfectly - thanks for expressing it so well. Outstanding shots of the flowers, too! lgnelson · 2011-07-03: 17:10

Very good post. Great reasons for staying, plus great shpt. I like the ones of the yellow flower best. Jarvo · 2011-07-03: 20:31

I agree 100% with your post. The pictures are lovely! ingca · 2011-07-03: 23:38

Fantastic shots! Yes i enjoy!! The colours in the flowers are very cool!!!! :) C o n g r a t s Marie!!!!! ????? · 2011-07-04: 04:20

I like both - pictures and written, I don't crazy people who thinks they are great and really they are less than zero. gonia · 2011-07-04: 04:57

Lovely words and beautiful pictures. I have been helped through bad times here too. Found it very moving that people I hardly knew would offer hugs and comfort to me. It's a lovely place. caroleagle · 2011-07-04: 09:55

beautiful reasons! tomie · 2011-07-04: 17:33

Magnificent photos and beautiful sentiments Marie. I totally agree. liveandletlive · 2011-07-04: 20:56

Reasons enough to stay ;) onlyricky · 2011-07-06: 18:25