When I got the idea to start this little blog sixteen months ago, I didn’t fully appreciate what lay in store. For those who haven’t been following my blog since the beginning, my purpose for blogging was to give me incentive to create, and to develop the stick-to-itiveness I would need to tackle the project of writing a novel.
By sharing something regularly, I anticipated Jennifer’s Journal getting some initial feedback from my family and friends, and indeed, that was how it progressed for the first few posts.
But as time went on, I gained other followers. I was thrilled! As many of you did before me, I was claiming a tiny corner in the blogosphere with my words and pictures, and you gave me the inspiration to post every week. Bit by bit, you helped my confidence grow.
What I hadn’t counted on, though, was how a number of my new followers have turned into friends. My WordPress family feels very much like a family, in the way we support one another and appreciate what we as individuals are trying to contribute as we blog. Some connections have even gone beyond our blogs. But whatever the connection, I love this community and value your support. Big Hugs to all of you. 🙂
This brings me to the subject of blog awards. I am always honoured and pleased when someone nominates me for one of these tokens of recognition, and I happily accept it in the spirit in which it is given. However, to blog about them individually can be very time-consuming and repetitious, not only for me but for my readers as well. That is why I am taking the liberty of changing the rules and doing what some others have done: combining accumulated awards in one blog post, dispensing with questions and answers, and giving a shout-out to some of my most recent new followers.
So here goes!
New (to me) Awards:
Very Inspiring Blogger Award
nominated by:
– Solothefirst @ solothefirst
– exbullet @ my secret diary
WordPress Family Award
nominated by:
– Kelly @ free little words
Awards I’ve Received a Second Time:
Versatile Blogger Award
nominated by:
– Olivia Stocum @ theclaymoreandsurcoat.com
Liebster Award
– Shaun @ praying for one day
Thank you, everyone! Readers, I urge you to check out these wonderful blogs.
Here are some of my most recent blogger/followers. Thank you, and welcome aboard. In appreciation, I share the WordPress Family Award with each of you. Respond to it, or not, as you wish. Once again, Readers, I suggest you sample these interesting blogs for yourself.
Andrew Toynbee’s Very Own Blog
Related Link:
In the Beginning: Follow the Yellow Brick Road
Jennifer's Journal 
I have awarded you with the Interesting Blog Award! Please check out my post to receive the award
http://solothefirst.wordpress.com/2013/05/08/interesting-life/
This is a NO pressure nomination. You don’t have to do anything if you don’t want to. I just wanted you to know that I am pleased to have you as part of my blogging world!
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Thanks for the shout out and congrats on scooping the pool.
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You’re welcome, and thanks again for following my Journal. x
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I went through the same epiphany–and now share it with friends when I teach them/force them to blog. It’ll happen! Just wait. I remember when… Amazing, innit?
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I remember wondering what the big deal was, having a blog. Why would a person bother? I no longer ask these questions. In my book, blogs rule. 🙂
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I have enjoyed being on your journal’s journey with you. Congratulations on all your awards and I am glad to be a small part of your blogging ‘family’. Good luck with the continued progress in your book.
Have a great day 🙂
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🙂 Thank you for your continued support..x
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Jennifer congrats you deserve it always enjoy your posts.
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Thank you, Kath, so nice of you to say. x
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Congratulations to you. It is no wonder why you have friends on wordpress, you are so likable lady!
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Aw shucks..(blushing!) Thanks, Ionia. You’re pretty likable and friendly yourself! XO
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Jennifer
Congrats on receiving so many awards – and thanks for considering me (and my fellow bloggers) to be a part of your family. Big Hugs!
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Thank you, Andrew, and you’re welcome. 🙂 You have a terrific blog!
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Aww…thank you. 🙂 Yours appears to be advancing in leaps and bounds too.
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Congrats on your awards Jennifer! It is amazing to be part of this incredible online community – I totally agree with you! How is that novel coming?
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Incredible it is, Diana. And without a doubt you have been a big part of it. 🙂
As for my novel, 34 thousand words and counting! Not 100% sure yet, but that could be the halfway mark of the first draft, give or take a few thousand. Like this blog, it is growing my confidence as a writer with every chapter. Thanks for asking. XO
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The feeling is quite mutual. The novel sounds like a wonderful adventure – I look forward to celebrating its completion with you!
xo
Diana
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Me too! It’s not all unicorns and rainbows, but it has its fab moments. 😉
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Congrats on your awards! ^0^/
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Thank you, Andy. XO
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Congrats on your recent awards! ♥
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🙂 Thanks, Carla. XO
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