Storyteller Has Made My Day

I've been given a "You Make My Day Award" by Storyteller. Considering that it's to be given to ten people "whose blogs bring you happiness and inspiration, making you feel so happy about the Blogosphere," I'm feeling mighty pleased, indeed. Thank you Storyteller.

Having been awarded it, it is now my duty and pleasure to pass it on to ten other people. There are so many wonderful bloggers out there that it was a bit difficult keeping it to ten--I could have easily doubled it.

First off, I want to give this award right back to Storyteller. This prolific woman actually has two blogs, Small Reflections and SacredRuminations, and she updates both DAILY!! She is a fantastic writer and her entries always inspire me. I'm so grateful to have met her in Taos, and grateful that our friendship has deepened through sharing our blogs.

I also want to give this award to Kara, creator of Spiritdoll. Kara is another dear Taos friend, and even though she has just this week decided to end the Spiritdoll blog, I still want to send kudos her way. She is a gentle, creative soul, and I'm going to miss her on-line presence.

Next up is the fabulous Mrs. G. of Derfwad Manor. If you haven't checked out her out yet, get your butt right on over. Not only will she make you laugh out loud, you'll come across entries that will bring tears to your eyes--exactly my kind of writer. Mrs. G. pointed me in the direction of Redneck Mother, and boy am I glad! This homeschooling Texan is full of wit and bite--a fun blog to read and learn from.

Good With Cheese is a moving blog that deals with body acceptance. This blogger is so honest about her struggles with diet/exercise craziness that she makes me cry--she also makes me feel a little less alone. Another body acceptance blog that I'm really getting into is A Celebration of Curves. I've only recently come across Corinna's blog, but in less than a month, she's got me hooked on her writing.

These last four blogs are also relatively new to me, but they are all quickly becoming more dear. They have joined the short list of blogs I visit every time I turn on the computer, no matter how pressed for time I am. Deborah's Spiritual Anecdotes never fails to move me. Laura, creator of One of Three is a woman after my own heart--writer, wife and mother. Yolanda's Perfectly Imperfect is not only filled with thoughtful writing, but she posts some of the loveliest photos I've ever seen. Finally, Minnesota Matron has really been delighting me of late--just read the "About Me" section and see if you don't find her as funny as I do.

And gosh darn it, I want to mention Smile, Play, Dream, too. I only found Yertle this Monday (when she so kindly left a comment on one of my entries), but I have a feeling she's about to make the short list, too, so I'm breaking the rules.

Thank you all for making the Blogosphere fun!

Comments

[Yertle]

Thanks so much. I really appreciate it, and your timing was great since this was a hard week for me.

[storyteller]

Ohmygosh ... you've been busy and I've fallen down on the job. There are THREE new posts here and I'm playing catchup in the hour or so before the Women's Championship match begins. I figured I'd check in quickly and then make dinner. Hmmm ...

First, thanks so much for bouncing this award back to me. There were so many other bloggers I wanted to recognize, but I tried to play by the rules (though I was sorely tempted to ignore them). Now I'll be able to share the love with others, so THANK YOU! I also appreciate the kind words about my blogs. I've made a note of the other blogs you've mentioned that I've not yet visited and will get to them soon.

Methinks I'm going to stick with my plan and fix dinner before the match, but I'll return tomorrow to enjoy the other two posts when I'll have more time. Have a wonderful weekend away from the computer with your family ... and take time for yourself to dream.
Hugs and blessings,

[Laura]

Hey thanks for your kind encouraging words and for my very first award!!

Have a great weekend!

[kcb]

Thank you kindly. It's nice to be in the same company as Derfwad Manor, and I look forward to exploring the other writers on your list, too!

[Mary]

Thanks for the nod. I've been visiting your very FINE air space lately, too. I'm familiar with some of these spots but see I'm some fun exploring ahead. I am a HUGE Derfwad, too.

[yolanda]

Thanks so much for the award . I love visiting you too. i try very hard with the photos.I want to share the beauty around me. Again thanks so much.