The Nice Matters Award is given to "those bloggers who are nice people; good blog friends and those who inspire good feelings and inspiration. Also for those who are a positive influence on our blogging world. Once you've been awarded please pass it on to others who you feel are deserving of this award."
First, I must thank Crystal for her kind words. Crystal initiated our blog-a-ship, and started commenting, offering support and lifting my family up in prayer. She is a mother of three beautiful children; two girls and one boy, and gets the joy of being a stay-at-home-mom. She's striving to be a good Christian mom and wife, and is willing to share life's ups and downs with the world wide web. So, again, thank you Crystal for humbling me.Now, it's my turn to pass the award along.
Steve at Under the Seats is the first recipient. Steve is a real-life friend. I met him almost three years ago as he is one of my husband's co-workers. He's a very down-to-earth guy who will be there always for friends and family. The minute you meet him, he becomes your friend and is truly interested in your life. He's my email buddy as we'll exchange emails pretty much each week about the happenings in our respective lives, weekend plans or just fun stories to share. He even agreed immediately to being our "taxi driver" to and from the airport in a few days, as long as he doesn't have to paint his car yellow!
Let's move on to Jenn at Knee-Deep in Munchkin Land. Jenn is another real-life friend. We have been friends since before we were born as our parents have been the best of friends since before they were married. So, a long time! Jenn is the friend who helped me dig into my first birthday cake on my grandparents' lawn. She's the kind of friend that will always be there for you through thick and thin. She has a very kind spirit, and in fact, when we lost touch for a few years, she rebooted our friendship by attending my wedding. Her and her husband are Brooklyn's godparents and are pure examples of living for Christ.
Next is Jess at O Mama Mia. I "met" Jess through Jenn. Jess is Jon's cousin. Jess has the most adorable little girl, who she calls Starlet. Jess' honesty about her struggle with infertility when trying to conceive a second child was heart-wrenching. But, last week, she posted amazing news that yes, indeed she is expecting her second child!! I am so happy for her and her family, because I think she is an amazing mom. She gets to stay at home with Starlet, and comes up with all kinds of fun projects for them to do that I am definitely taking notes on. I also absolutely love the conversations between Starlet and Mommy or Daddy that Jess posts. Gives me a heads-up to what to look forward to with Brooklyn!
On to Zac at Fisher's Creel. In 2008, Zac will be my BIL (brother-in-law) as he is marrying Kevin's sister, my sister-in-law, Kristi. Even though Zac hasn't posted anything on his blog since December 2006, and I found it through Kristi's blog, he still deserves this award. First, let me say that I am so glad that Zac will be joining our family! Zac has introduced Kevin and I to the world of fishing, something neither of us have ever tried. A month ago, we went to Zac's family's cabin in Wyoming to go fishing. Zac has two rods, and willingly gives each up for the experience to teach us how to fish. He has a very calm manner of teaching, and doesn't care how many time I get the line stuck in the tree or how many times Kevin casts the wooly bugger off. Beyond all that though, he makes Kristi happy, and as her "big sis" I am glad she has him.
And, last but definitely not last in my book, there's Kevin, my dear sweet husband at No Means Know. (Disclaimer to Kevin: I know that your blog is connected with your job, but I couldn't give other bloggers an award without recognizing the man who I choose to share my life with.) Our family of three, four with the pup, wouldn't be complete without him. We've been together 10 years, and have known each other for 17 years. No one can make me laugh harder than him. He's truly the love of my life. Nothing is sweeter than watching him and Brooklyn interact, it makes my heart just melt. And, if you have never checked out his blog, you really should. He has a unique take on current events and even children's television.
So there have it... and, Steve, Jenn, Jess, Zac and Kevin, post this award, or not, it's your choice, just know that each of you are special to me!
On a side note: I really wish this award would encompass those non-bloggers too, but it doesn't, and I am trying to play by the rules.
