It’s been quite a year
My good friend, over at Crazy Train To Tinky Town has been kind enough to bestow a 2012 Blog of the Year Award on me… Thank you Dallas!
But am I worthy? That’s the thought I wrestled with all night, instead of sleeping…
I thought about all the hours I spent crying and cursing over my keyboard in the beginning before I got the hang of it. The frustration of trying to figure out what a widget was and all the times I begged my husband to help me learn how to use them. Hearing from one of my children that I spelled a word wrong and the guilt, every time I fell behind in reading posts.
I also remember the thrill I got the first time someone other than a family member left a comment on my blog. That person was Naomi, from Writing Between the Lines.
How happy I was when Kate, from Before I forget offered and then wrote the nicest review of my book.
Cathy, from Expat Alien also wrote a wonderful review without me having to ask. I really appreciated it… Thanks guys!
Lily, from One More Morning who writes the most beautiful poetry and leaves the sweetest comments.
Paula, from Stuff I Tell My Sister who has always been supportive and friendly.
Beth, from It’s a Whole New World who has also been a source of great support.
Debbie, From It’s All About Purple lives in my hometown and is a former classmate of mine. Her blog feels like home.
Robin, from Robin Coyle who always makes me laugh.
Dianne Gray – Maddie Cochere and Dallas are a few more of the great blogs I’ve become acquainted with (I wish I could list them all).
The conclusion I’ve come to is this… All bloggers deserve a Blog of the Year Award!
I guess I’ve already listed my nominations, so here are the rules:
- Select the blogs you think deserve the ‘Blog of the Year 2012 Award’.
- Write a post and tell about the blogs you have chosen and present them with their award.
- Please include a link back to this page Blog of the 2012 Year Award and include these rules (do not alter the rules or the badges).
- Let the blogs you have chosen know that you have given them this award and share the rules with them.
- You can now also join our Facebook page – click the link here Blog of the Year 2012 Award and then you can share your blog with an even wider audience.
- As a winner of the award please add a link back to the blog that presented you with the award. Proudly display the award on your side bar and start collecting stars.
Thanks everyone!
Posted on November 16, 2012, in silly stuff and tagged 2012, Awards, Blogging. Bookmark the permalink. 37 Comments.
Congratulations, Maggie!!!!! You are SO very worthy of this award 😀
I’ve been having issues with the internet connection in my new place, so I’m really hoping this is one of the comments I can get to work today!
What a lovely tribute you’ve made to other bloggers (some I know) who are wonderful and interesting and inspiring people. Thank you so very much for including me on that list 😀
I raise my glass to you, my dear and toast your award for Blog of the Year 2012!!!
Thank you, Thank you!
Well deserved hun 😀
Oh, thank you and you do deserve a special award for going 16 days without a cig… My best friend is trying to quit also (she has gone 10 days) Its been a real struggle, I can see how hard it is… Good job Paula!
Wow. Wow. Wow. I don’t think I deserve this, but you sure do! I am honored and humbled. Truly, my friend. I am. Thank you! Shall we pop open some champagne and celebrate? Oh, and let’s whip up some Coconut Prawns while we are at it?
Now you’re talking!
Gratulerer Maggie! You really are a writer, you know.
Tusen takk Jon!
Congrates Maggie!!! You are surely one of the best. 🙂
You’re sweet for saying so… thanks!
Well deserved, Maggie, and Congrats! (thanks so much for the nod and kind words)
I meant what I said Paula… You’re special, everyone can see that 🙂
and you are a dear….♥ ty
Congratulations dear Maggie! I am offering a virtual toast in your honour along with my humble thank you for the mention and kind words, as well as for the fine company! ~ Lily
You’re one of the sweetest and honest people I’ve met this year (in this crazy world of blogging) Lily
: ) Thank you Maggie, and likewise! ~ Lily
Congratulations – your award is well deserved, as are the awards to the bloggers you nominated, several of who I follow also. You are so right in that there are so many great bloggers out there – it’s a wonderful world 🙂
Thanks, I only wish I could have gone down the list and mentioned everyone… But thats a lot of hyperlinking ;(
Well deserved, Maggie. I love your blog, and I was quickly drawn in by how welcoming and friendly you are. Thank you so much for the mention.
Aw, thanks Maddie, thats so nice 🙂
Many, MANY Congratulations, Maggie! You have a fantastic blog and it’s been wonderful to watch it develop. 🙂 You, without a shadow of a doubt, truly deserve this great accolade! Bravo!
Thank you so much for your lovely comments and for the nomination! I’m utterly thrilled about that. Thank you. I look forward to writing my acceptance speech! 😀
Thanks Kate, at a time when I really needed a stranger to reach out… you were there!
You are too, too nice, Maggie. I’m so pleased our paths have crossed! 🙂
PS Here’s to another great year! 😀
Two blogs, another great year and a wedding… 😉
Hurrah! 😀
Hello,
Just letting you know that I’ve nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award.
Check it out http://thejennymacbookblog.wordpress.com/
Congratulations!! And YES! You are worth it 🙂
Thanks, I appreciate that 🙂
How great that you got that award Maggie. I don’t know anyone who deserves it more and you actually put it up!. I got it too but you know how lazy I am.
Really I just dread trying to learn something else; It’s all that I can do to keep up with this blog and I am far behind right now.
I’m behind too and I rarely put up the awards I get either… It’s flattering to get them, but (they’re really nothing more than a chain letter, don’t tell anyone)
OK, he, he
Dear Maggie,
I have been catching up on blogs, and was very touched to find your note. YOu r blog has always been so polished and professional that I never had a clue that you were just getting started. Thank you so much for this nomination. Merry Christmas!
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