Well this is has been quite a week – two awards – really?? Perhaps a more seasoned, sophisticated blogger would accept such accolades with greater serenity and a whole helluva lot more cool, but I lay no claim to sophistication nor experience. And I have serious doubts about my ‘coolness’ quotient too. So, I can respond with an enthusiastic thank you and gratitude. I’m truly surprised and really pleased. I’m not sure which tickles me more – being a recipient of such generosity or being able to introduce some of the wonderful talent that I take pleasure in visiting on a regular basis.
According to the rules of the award, I first and foremost want to thank newsofthetimes.wordpress.com for this award. This is a terrific site to objectively discuss timely issues and share perspectives on subjects that are both far-reaching and compelling. I’m always surprised by what the topic du jour is going to be – and am really impressed with the creativity reflected on this site. Thank you again – and keep on writing!!
Next, I am supposed to recommend fifteen bloggers who I feel are deserving of this award. This is a little tricky – for I have nominated some in the past who arguably don’t need one more award – they’re that good. And yet, their names may appear again for their blogs are a constant source of delight, creativity and/or food for thought. So here goes – I hope you can link to all of them.
Lead.Learn.Live.wordpress.com – David Kanigan is in a class by himself (and I mean that in the best possible way). His posts have incredible breadth, heart and inspiration. There are a host of things for which I could thank David – including the occasional ‘atta girl’ – this seems to be as good a way as any to express my appreciation for his talent and support to this novice.
The Grand Master/Little Master Series.com – I love the questions that are posed on this site, as the author strives to write books for parents and children which support strong values, confidence and compassion.
Help Me Rhonda. com – If you’ve never ‘met’ Rhonda – you’re missing a gift. Funny, pensive, engaging and real – we have become cyber-friends of similar minds and sleep patterns! Her writing never ceases to delight.
Girl On The Contrary.com – I’m laughing as I write this. Her ability to find humor in the mundane, laugh-out-loud indignation at the little insults life can throw one’s way AND her excellent book recommendation make me forever in her debt.
Simon Marsh.com – Simon is a parish priest for an Anglican church in the north of England. His observations of life, and the incredible generosity of his spirit always provides a peaceful respite, a place to visit where life’s complexities seem surprisingly simple.
Not Quite Old.com – Although none of us are getting younger, this blog and the adorable illustrations that accompany each post certainly gives one the impetus to make peace with gravity and maintain one’s humor.
Where’s My T-Backandotherstories.com – There is so much to this site – posts about the insults of illness and the aging, magnificent photographs from all over the world. The delicate mixture of beauty and sorrow makes this site one I return to often.
Todd’s Perspective.com – You never know what Todd is going to post, for he scours the Internet for cogent articles, pictures, quotes that are as eclectic and different as one moment can be from the next.
Practical Practice Management – Tina offers up terrific posts about work life and management. She can be provocative and thoughtful – and I appreciate that she is willing to tackle any number of sensitive issues.
supertucksmama.com and the book of alice – Two blogs about two remarkable little children and their even more remarkable moms. I just love checking into their worlds and see what’s new – for something always is!
I’ve just started reading these blogs and think you will enjoy them as much as I do – lifeintheboomerlane.com; magnolia beginnings.com; blessedwithastaronherforehead.com and tracie louise photography. com. Whew – ok, I think I’ve met the second criteria!
Finally, I’m supposed to tell you seven things about me…hmmm..
1. My profession has demanded that I be ‘out there’ yet at core, I’m a very insular person.
2. My name is pronounced with a ‘short i’ in the first syllable, but down here in Northern Virginia, everyone calls me “MeeMee” (which would make my mother turn over in her grave). That said, as a kid everyone called me “Mini” cause I was so short – sigh…
3. I used to sing under the elevated subway in Queens where I grew up. I’d try to hold a note for as long as it took for the train to pass.
4. I am humbled by the people who have ‘found’ me over the course of the past year. As I closed the door to working at the firm, and the concomitant loss of identity began to descend, another door really did open and it was one replete with love and some of the most amazing people I have ever known.
5. I still cry when my kids leave to go to their homes – and the two married sons live only 15 minutes away. Thankfully they still humor me and let me take them out on ‘dates’ like we did when they were little.
6. My husband and I met by being set up on a blind date orchestrated by our two nieces when they were four years old and their moms (who were a little older).
7. I am truly as corny as you imagine me to be.
Well, that does it for me today. Thank you again – I am so thrilled to be part of this amazing group of people who create their unique magic out in the ether!
Waiting for the Karma Truck 
Congrats to you for being acknowldged for the gifts you have and those gifts you so willingly share with the rest of us always. Kudos to you my friend. You have always been a star! PS. I can still hear those notes…
You’re one of the only people I would do that in front of! 🙂
Congrats again and thank you for the mention. If you find me even slightly interesting I consider that a huge compliment!
I am enjoying your blog so much!! Please pay it forward and reward some of your favorite people too!
Congratulations, Mimi (MihMee)! And shucks. Thanks for enjoying my little blog.
I love your little blog (and you pronounced my name perfectly, tho’ it looks funny) – I hope you have the chance to accept it and pay it forward…hugs, m
Congratulations Mimi, and I also am honored that you mentioned my blog. It blesses me that I can offer insights to bettering our workplace, for ourselves and those we work with and for. Thank you…
My pleasure – of course now you have to follow the same rules I had – pay it back, pay it forward and share something about yourself..it ain’t easy!! 🙂
Great choices!! Thanks for helping spread the blog love around. I know – it took me quite some time to do mine over the past few days. Keep up the great work!! And thanks for the kind words and for all your support and encouragement…
I am So sorry I haven’t responded to any of your comments – I just found them all in my spam queue! I would hate for you to think I was ignoring you when I think your blog is just awesome!!
Well deserved, Mimi. I am happy to have found your blog. Always enjoy it.
Thank you so much!! I am enjoying yours as well – very much!
Thanks Mimi, jeez, I’m flattered. I’m seeing a ton of these awards lately, do we know who started it? At this point, you’re probably hoping that you don’t get nominated again because IT DOES look like a lot of work! Obviously, just kidding. Thank you my friend.
I’m looking forward to reading some of those blogs you mention. Always love recommendations from other bloggers I admire. Cheers!
🙂 I’m enjoying reading your blog too!!
To begin with…thanks for setting us straight on the pronunciation of your name. You have been MeeMee in my head since day once…now I’m all messed up! lol
However, dearest Mim (how’s that) I adore you and I love the way you talk, and now that I have included your geographical stats in my Mim drawer…ya’ll made my day sugar! The south tried to steal my Yankee tongue, but I got out just in time (actually when my kids started twanging…I grabbed them and ran up and over the Mason-Dixon). You have been one of my staunchest supporters and for that I am so grateful. I will gladly accept this from your gentle hands…but cannot promise a rapid execution. Soon though. And if you feel I’ve forgotten, nudge me and I’ll get to it.
Thank you my friend.
Rhonda
Oh sugar (no, they don’t say that here – though living thisclose to DC, you think people would know how to speak Nothern don’t you?). I look forward to your posts everyday – for whatever they hold. I come away enriched. I will always remain a staunch supporter..many hugs, m
You are truly a lovely soul. Thank you for making this so worth while! And yes, I spent many years near the ‘corridor’ so I know what you mean about the DC area…you’d think!
🙂
R
Congratulations Mimi. Great to see other fellow bloggers recognize your terrific work. And thank you for your kind words. I’m humbled.
All written with the best of intentions and sincerity – the kindness was a side benefit. I’m not sure I’d still be blogging at all if not for some rare folks like you.
It’s so wonderful to see your talents and generosity of spirit recognized in this way, Mimi. You and David and several others have certainly inspired *me* in my nascent days as a blogger. I have NOT forgotten my obligations as a nominee for the Beautiful Blogger award (thank you again), but am a bit embarrassed to say that I don’t know seven blogs well enough to nominate them. :-/. Still finding the gems, and thus am so grateful for your recommendations. Will definitely compose my list, hopefully sooner rather than later. In the meantime, thank you for continued inspiration and smiles….
Thank you Lori – and believe me, your support is so appreciated! I look forward to your comments more than you know (almost as much as I look forward to your posts!)..I’m glad you haven’t forgotten the award – mostly because I think you are so talented and write as if your arms are wide open…:-)
Awwww, you just made my week! THANK YOU!
It’s the truth..
Thank you so much for your kindness and friendship 🙂 –
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