Over the last two and one half years I’ve written 299 blog posts for Stuck in Plastic and this is number 300. My first post was published on February 11, 2014 and it didn’t take me long to find my voice. Throughout this amazing adventure there’s never been a dull moment and I’ve forged many amazing friendships.

I hope you will indulge me as I take a walk down memory lane and review a few of my favorite posts.

Favorite comment thread: My First Toy

Favorite post based on a tip from a reader: Chris Pratt is One of Us

Favorite in real life moment: Opening Night

Most controversial blog post: Violence in Toy Photography

Most viewed post: Fair Play

Favorite guest post: Art Saves Lives

Favorite title for a post: Instagram I Love You But You’re Bringing Me Down

The post that took the most time: Series 16 Mini figures – a review

Best moment of self-discovery: I’m a Seeker

Some things never change pt. I: Square Peg in a Round Hole

Some things never change pt. II: I’m a Toy Photographer, Not an AFOL

Some things never change pt. III: Eureka! (or the joy of toy photography)

The event that started it all: #vegastoysafari

The post that shows how far I’ve come: To Thine Own Self Be True

The topic that I can’t stop talking about: New Metrics Needed

The post that shows we’re not so different: Ode to the Teddy Bear

That one time I wrote about storm troopers: May the Fourth and my storm trooper theory

My (very) humble beginnings: In the Beginning

crash-test-dummy-bike-legography

revisiting my very first toy photograph

Yes, it’s been a good journey.

I want to thank my partners in crime, past, present and future: Boris, Vesa, Mike, Brett, Kristina and Matt. You’ve all challenged me, supported me and above all, you’ve been a pleasure to work with.

I also want to thank the 39 guest authors for helping to bring your unique view points to this blog. The toy photography community is diverse and eclectic.  The different voices heard in those 73 blog posts, from those 39 authors, is a testament to what an amazing community this is. One I’m extremely proud to be a member of.

Thank you for indulging me this walk down memory lane, it’s been fun. My next post will be another step in my continuing journey to find meaning in this world through toy photography.

I hope you will join me.

Shelly (aka: xxSJC)

What’s your favorite (or least favorite) post that I’ve written?