I'd Like to Thank...

... my friend, Tracy, who was so kind in giving me the Versatile Blogger Award yesterday. This is a blogger to blogger award which allows the recipient to give a shout-out to some of his/her favorite blogs. Tracy shares my passion for acts of kindness and I appreciate her support! I'd never heard of the VBAs before, but I like the gold cup trophy and couldn't wait to post it... I have bragging rights now!

The "rules" of the award require me to mention 7 things about myself and list 5 blogs that I feel deserve mention.

About me: Some not so important facts.
1. I'm a terrible driver.

2. I wanted to major in the humanities before switching to graphic art.

3. I played piano for 20 years. Someday I keep telling myself I'll go back to it.
4. I've been practicing yoga for the past 20 years. Still going strong with that interest.

5. I crave sweets like a little kid. I'm talking mega jawbreakers, gummy-colas, bubble gum tape, licorice, pixie sticks, the list goes on forever. My son learned at an early age to hide his Halloween candy before leaving for school.

6. I'm a twin.

7. I love immature humor and laugh hardest when laughing at myself.

Spread the blog-love: This part was much more difficult. These are a few blogs I enjoy for various reasons (I think that is why the award is called versatile)
1. Kind Over Matter (speaks to my soul and always lifts me)
2. Nothing Exists, Despite Appearances (non-duality blog - witty, beautiful and true)
3. Creature Comforts (just a lovely blog about pretty things)
4. Band Back Together (folks helping other folks)
5. LOLO Magazine (I may be bending the rules a bit here because this is a lifestyle magazine more than a blog. But I'm a fan of Lauren's work and the courage and concern for others she has exhibited in her personal life recently has raised her into my hero status level)

There you have it. I pass this meme award on to these fine ladies that exhibit kindness, courage, and beauty in their blogs.