Finally! It is the day of the Great Theme Reveal for the A to Z Challenge 2015. For those who are new to the A to Z Challenge – it is a daily blogging challenge during the month of April. 26 posts for 26 days, that match the 26 letters of the alphabet (April 1 – A, April 2 -B and so on..), with a break every Sunday. There can be a theme for the month or it can be random – as long as it matches the letter of the alphabet for the day.
I came across this challenge through a blogger I really enjoy reading – Shailaja. She had posted about ‘#AtoZchallenge – Lessons from the Past’. The post piqued my curiosity enough to hop on to the A to Z Challenge Blog and read up all about it. In less than an hour, I had signed up.
There are times you need to think things through, and times that you need to jump right in. I am glad I did the latter with this one. As I am sure if I had even considered this for a day, I would have been intimidated enough to add this to my “One Day..” list. We all know what happens to most items on THAT list. 🙂
Once I signed up, I had this vision where I had finished writing ALL the posts by March 15th, and was even visiting the other participants in advance to get to know them better. I was so confident in my vision that I even volunteered to help one of the co-hosts of the challenge – Susan Gourley (Did you notice my shiny dragon soldier badge in the sidebar? 😀 ).
Clearly, my ‘visions of the future’ department doesn’t function too well , as I am still writing my way through the posts. Nonetheless, I am glad I am a part of this, as the challenge hasn’t even begun, and I am throughly enjoying the process of planning the posts, writing them, looking for images to go with them etc.
Coming to the theme for the challenge, My THEME for The A TO Z Challenge 2015 will be ‘Positive & Inspired Living A to Z’. This was an easy choice as I am a huge fan of positive/ inspirational quotes and stories. On a good day, they bring a smile to my face. On a not-so-great day, they are my pick-me-up. During this challenge, I will share some such quotes/stories and personal experiences, which brighten my day, in hope that it will brighten yours.
If I am able to bring even a hint of a smile on your face, and brighten your day the slightest bit, I will consider this month well spent. 🙂
Are you participating in the #ATOZChallenge this year? Do you have a theme? What is your theme?
P.S. Thank you Shailaja for introducing me to this challenge, and Susan for giving me a chance to further contribute to this challenge.
Hey, Dragon Soldier! I’m so looking forward to your post. I love reading inspirational quotes too. May be I can add your to my collection! Have fun, Shanaya 🙂
Shalini recently posted…Curtain Raiser #AtoZChallenge Theme Reveal 2015
Yep. They are my favorite kind of pick-me-up 🙂 Thank you so much for stopping by, Shalini. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Wish you the very best for this challenge, Shantala!I will be following you…daily! 🙂
Shilpa Gupte recently posted…In search of happiness.
Thank you so much, Shilpa. You are one of the first few people that I connected with when I started to blog. Thank you for being there 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
I love quotes so will look forward to your inspirational posts.
Suzy recently posted…A to Z Challenge 2015 – Theme Reveal
Thank you, Suzy 🙂 Glad to have you here. Looking forward to your posts in April 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
I love quotes too, I am looking forward to a month of positivity from your blog 🙂
Nibha recently posted…A To Z Theme Reveal – A Reader’s Imagination
Thank you, Nibha. Your theme is right up my alley, and I am hooked. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
I love your theme! Positive words are energy boosters and I’m going to be around. Super exciting! All the best!
Parul recently posted…The beans have been spilled..
Thank you so much, Parul. Glad you liked the theme 🙂 Looking forward to staying connected all through April and beyond 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Wonderful theme..something that we all need on good days and on bad ones too..Mine will be short posts on everything that is life 🙂
nabanita recently posted…The Whole Shebang Called Life
Thank you so much for stopping by, Naba. I love reading your posts, so I am really looking forward to reading your take on the various shades of life in April 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
I do need some dose of inspiration! Will come back in april to read your posts 😉 BTW, love that dragon soldier badge 😀
Swathi Shenoy recently posted…A Reader’s Take – The Grand Theme Reveal!
Thank you so much, Swathi. Glad to have you here. Looking forward to following Kayra & Ayaan all through April. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Wow.. looking out for daily positive dose!
Thank you so much for stopping by, Lata. Will be following the story of Dia and Sameer on your blog. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Aah ! So here we get another dose of positivity ! All the best with your posts, and Good luck with the work behind the scenes 🙂
Staying tuned 🙂
Sreeja Praveen recently posted…April, here we come !! ( A-To-Z Theme Reveal Post)
Yes, I do need all the luck I can get and some strong coffee too 😉 Btw, Love your theme, Sreeja. Consider me hooked!
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
A beautiful and inspiring theme 🙂 Glad to know you are a part of the co-host team 🙂 Wish you good luck 🙂
Rajlakshmi recently posted…Stunning Waterscapes & Theme Reveal
Thank you so much for stopping by, Rajlakshmi. Glad to have connected with you. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
You have finished writing ALL the posts!! That’s awesome!! Looking forward to be inspired this April and happy working as a Dragon Soldier! Cheers 🙂
Shilpa Garg recently posted…A to Z Theme Reveal
Nope, not even close. Still at H. Like I said, my futuristic visions don’t work too well. Glad to have connected with you. Looking forward to your posts in April. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Hi Shantala,
I love Positive Quotes and you theme is certainly intriguing. I’m looking forward to reading your ideas of positive inspirations.
Goodluck =)
A Poesy Discourse
Prunzaye recently posted…A to Z Challenge Theme Reveal
Thank you so much for stopping by. Glad to have you here 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Haha…yeah I’d been hoping to have all my posts scheduled by now. I only have 10 so far! Oh well.
Your theme sounds great! Looking forward to reading you. And kudos to you for helping out with the challenge in your first year…you move quickly and confidently! 😀
Sanch @ Living my Imperfect Life recently posted…A to Z Challenge 2015 Theme Reveal #atozchallenge
Thank you so much for your kind words, Sanch! 10 is good. I am at H. So much for futuristic vision. Sigh.
Btw, your theme is interesting and unique. Looking forward to it.
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
That’s an inspiring theme, Shantala. Will be coming back here for more positivity. 🙂 All the best. Have fun. 🙂
Vinitha recently posted…AtoZ 2015 Theme Reveal #AtoZChallenge
Thank you so much for stopping by, Vinitha. Looking forward to catch up with all the poetry over at yours 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
I hope the preparations are going okay, even if you were not completely finished by the 15th :). I look forward to seeing your inspirational posts.
Tasha
Tasha’s Thinkings | Wittegen Press | FB3X (AC)
Tasha recently posted…AtoZChallenge2015 – Theme Reveal – Fictional Deities and Demons
Yes, I am quite enjoying the process. Thank you so much for stopping by, Tasha 🙂
I am allready smiling and looking forward to your posts. This is my 4th year and I still enjoy every moment .I am way behind, only 3 posts written so far. Trying to catch up:)
Doreen McGettigan recently posted…A-to-Z Challenge Theme Reveal…
Yep, I am playing catch up big time. However, I am thoroughly enjoying the process. Thank you so much for stopping by, Doreen.
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Sounds like a lovely post. We all could use a little more positivity in our lives. This will be particularly helpful for those who start experiencing the challenge’s crash period mid-month! Great idea!
Alex Hurst recently posted…Blogging A-Z in April Theme Reveal!
Thank you so much, Alex. I am looking forward to taking a virtual tour of Japan through your posts in April 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Another million thank yous for helping me as a dragon soldier. I recently discussed your last post with my daughter. I’m sure I’ll enjoy your theme. There are many days I need picked up.
I am glad you enjoyed that post, Susan. Thank you so much for stopping by. Glad to be working with you for AtoZ 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
I am so so happy for you, Shantala! I am humbled to learn that it was my post that inspired you thus and am thrilled that you are also an A-Z helper! Double hats being donned for this one. Inspiring stories are also my go-to on most days so I am going to enjoy this for sure 🙂 Good luck my dear and may you rock this challenge! Thank you for the mention 🙂
Shailaja recently posted…#AtoZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z- Theme Reveal- The Moving Quill
You know you write a compelling post. How could I have stayed away? 🙂 I have since gone back to your post several times for reference. You totally rock! Thank you so much for stopping by, Shailaja 🙂 Appreciate everything that you do for everyone 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Hey wow…Though this is new to me, wil come to knw abt this frm ur posts…All the best. Looking forward for ur posts
Thank you so much, Meghana. Will look forward to your feedback 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
If it weren’t for you I wouldn’t have know about this ‘Challenge’. Thank you so much telling me about it. I’ve been a subscriber to your blog since almost day one. And I’m really looking forward to reading all of your posts during April.
This is our, http://www.thechinesequest.com first #AtoZchallenge and we are excited to participate!
I know you have been there from the very beginning. I really appreciate it. 🙂 So glad that you decided to participate in the #AtoZChallenge. Will be following TheChineseQuest for my Chinese fix in April. Thank you so much for stopping by 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
I can always use some positive inspirations, so I’ll definitely be back! Good luck
Gail recently posted…A-Z Theme Reveal
Thank you so much for stopping by, Gail. I liked your theme. Very intriguing. Will stop by to read more. Looking forward to seeing you here. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Looking forward to the posts 🙂 The month full of positiveness on this space.. I am certainly going to be around 🙂 All the best for the challenge.. A-Z seems fun already! Cheers.
Shashank recently posted…#AtoZChallenge – Theme Reveal
Thank you so much. Glad you liked the theme. I am certainly going to be following your space as I totally enjoy flash fiction. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Wow. That’s an interesting theme. I have not scheduled my posts yet but hoping to complete the challenge. My theme will be short story in series 🙂
I loved your theme, Prasanna. Will be following the lives of Sudhir & Lalitha all through April. Thank you for stopping by. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
We could all do with daily doses of positivity. Great theme. The dragon badge is way cool! 🙂
Best wishes,
Nilanjana.
Madly-in-Verse
Nilanjana Bose recently posted…The Great A-Z Theme Reveal
Thank you so much, Nilanjana. 🙂 I am looking forward to your response poems.
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Welcome to the craziness that is the April A-Z Challenge! 😀 It’s a lot of fun, too and I’m looking forward to your posts. Such a cheerful, positive theme you have.
Debbie D. recently posted…THE GREAT THEME REVEAL OF 2015! #AtoZChallenge #AtoZReveal
Thank you so much for stopping by, Debbie. 🙂 You have a very fun and interesting theme too. Looking forward to your posts in April. Cheers!
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
That sounds awesome – will for sure stop by for positivity and inspiration:-) Best of luck
Eli recently posted…A new beginning
Thank you, Eli. Welcome to my blog. Glad to have you here. Will be following you for my daily dose of happiness in April 🙂 Cheers!
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Hooray to you for participating! And. glad you chose a simple but positive theme!
I participated twice but decided to skip this year!
Roshni recently posted…Remember the fountain pen?!
Thank you so much for stopping by, Roshni. So glad to have you here. I hope you enjoy the posts. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Positive and Inspired Living? You have my attention already, girl 🙂 I love inspirational quotes. Looking forward to your blogging series and I agree with your vision completely. Except that that isn’t the fact. Ha ha ! 🙂 But we will get there. All the best !
Eloquent Mind recently posted…Looking back at March 2015
Hahaha..yeah. A girl can dream, right? 😛 But, yes we will get there. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Great theme – looking forward to reading your posts.
Thank you so much for stopping by, Alison. Glad to have you here. Looking forward to your writing and editing tips. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
I promise you it will be fun, Shanaya. This is my 3rd challenge, only for this one I’m smart enough not to run an A to Z FB group simultaneously!
Enjoy!
Corinne Rodrigues recently posted…Of Misal Pav And Other Traditional Dishes Of Mumbai
Yep, I intend to have a blast. 🙂 Thank you so much for stopping by, Corinne.
Shanaya Tales recently posted…#ATOZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z | Theme Reveal
Nice post shantala, glad to connect with you and happy to know your experience, I have been participating for the last 3 years continuously and there’s been a lot of learning; and at the end of the 30th day I am so motivated; as I pick up only positive and inspirational posts to keep me going. This year I preferred to do a smaller post on travel as there are other aspects I need to look at my work place… and also decided that I will visit more number of blogs when I keep my post small. Thank you for sharing
Thank you so much for stopping by, Angela. Glad to have connected with you too. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…Unconditional Acceptance for Good Relationships #AtoZChallenge @AprilA2Z
Great to connect here. Good luck with the challenge.
Thank you so much, Janu. Welcome to my blog. Glad to have you here. 🙂
Hi Shantala,
I am so glad to have met you through A-Z Challenge. I just love your topic. Have marked your blog. I plan to visit every day 😀
Thank you so much, Sundari. The feeling is mutual. Glad to have come across you. Love your theme. Will be following along 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…To New Beginnings… #AtoZChallenge 2015 @AprilA2Z
I’m in love with your theme! Following you on Google + See you around the A to Z!
TheCyborgMom
Katie recently posted…Face Licks
Thank you so much. 🙂
Shanaya Tales recently posted…The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks | Book and Movie Review
Wow… must have been quite a challenge, should read those posts for the challenge you wrote sometime, looks interesting as well.
Andapo recently posted…What To Wear With Lace Shorts
Oh yes, it was fun, and I am already looking forward to next year. 🙂
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