Versatile Blogging

Hi friends,

Here in bloggy world, we like to recognize each other's efforts. We're quite the friendly community. I say "we" but I never expected to get involved in it. Then Kathy over at My Dishwasher's Possessed nominated me. How sweet! Thank you, Kathy. Friends, you might want to visit her blog. She's funny! (In fact, except for her not liking the beach -- horror!!! -- I absolutely adore Kathy.)

The award creator asks that I share seven things about myself. I guess seven keeps my acceptance speech from getting too long and winded -- more reserved than the Grammys! So, here are my seven:

1. Until flying to China to bring home our daughter, I was terrified to fly. Funny, 24 hours in an airplane and LOTS of prayer can change anything! Now I love to fly anywhere!

2. I'm the queen of the one pot/one pan/one slowcooker meal. If it can be cooked in one place, then it's the dish for me! (My husband is the gourmet and really knows how to trash a kitchen!)

3. I love living in the south!!!! Really, really love it.

4. I've never colored my hair... and at 45, I'm still not gray. YAY! (That could count as two)

5. In school, I really wanted to be a cheerleader. I was not coordinated enough. Not even close!

6. I zumba -- but only in the privacy of my own home. (See number five!!!)

7. I could live on popcorn, coffee, chocolate and lemonade. That's really all I need.

There are lots of other amazing blogs out there. Here are a few of my favorites!

Life & Wife of a Med Student. Devin and Megan have been through more in their young married life than I could ever imagine. They are truly inspiring. My husband went to med school... and that was tough enough without the extra challenges. Check out this inspiring young family!

Keesler Chaos.  I love reading up on their adventures. We've shared some similar challenges: adoption, autism spectrum disorder, and more. Uplifting and funny! A great encouragement on tough days.

Barb Haller. Barb is a dear friend and mentor. I don't use that word lightly. She is a bit further down the parenting road than I am and is wonderful at putting my momentary concerns into perspective. I'm blessed to know her! She blogs from an inner joy of writing and her posts are touching and personal. I go there for peace and rest. 

Laugh with us blog. The title says it all. Esther and her family find joy in everything... even canned baked beans! 

Organized Chaos. Linsey is quite creative.... and she is a FABULOUS photographer. Beautiful blog... I think she is more organized than the blog title suggests!

Sweet Simplicity Designs.  Do you want a unique blog -- one that's all you? Then check out this blog designing site. Liz is working on my blog makeover -- you'll see the new look in a few weeks. Check it out for yourself!

Markmiller6. Jenny is hilarious. She's mom to four and wife to one -- and loves life! She makes me laugh. We met, years ago, in China -- that same trip where I overcame my fear of flying. I'm thankful God brought her into my life. Her spirit on our trip lifted everyone!

I could recommend more, but I need to get on with number six on my about me list. My son thinks it's hilarious -- so he's going to try to zumba with me this morning. I'm fairly certain I'll outlast him! If only to save face!

Have a fantastic day!

Love,

Karen