I’m mother to 7, wife of almost 30 years, sister, aunt, godparent, daughter, friend, teacher. Do these define me? Well, yes, up to a point. You don’t do or be all these roles without being influenced by them and others defining you by them. But, I’m also just me. And ‘me’ sometimes becomes lost in all the other roles. My blog’s about letting a bit of me out.
Just happened to run into your blog. You have got a beautiful space running here. Loved your write-ups. Its very subtle . I guess I will be hanging around here a lot. 🙂 Happy blogging.
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Aw, thank you. That’s so kind of you. I do love my blog. A little lifeline between fantasy and reality. You are most welcome. :)x
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I just wanted to thank you for following my blog. http://www.ourpersonaljourney.wordpress.com.
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You’re welcome. I enjoyed thinking about your questions. Always nice to reflect and regroup the thoughts. :)x
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Thanks for dropping by and following my blog today:) http://betweentheearsblog.wordpress.com
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You’re welcome. I enjoyed the read. I’ll get back in. :)x
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Looking forward to some good reading here.
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Hope you enjoy. 🙂 x
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Hi there, thanks for following my blog.
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You’re welcome. 🙂 x
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I have nominated you for the Sunshine Award because I think you are terrific, creative and positive! Your poems blow me away. I even try to imagine your accent as I read them, it makes them even more magical. You can find the details on my post: http://reinventionofmama.com/2013/10/15/thank-you-thank-you-i-love-my-sunshine-award/
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Thank you so much for such a lovely comment. I am not always positive by any stretch of the imagination. But I do find this whole experience here a very positive and affirming one. I’m really touched by your words and thank you kindly for the award.x
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Hi scottishmomus, of course I nominated you for this award, I have found your site to be an amazing place and have appreciated it for what it has given me as an enjoyable, learning and heartfelt place. For that I would like to present you with the Versatile Bloggers Award. To accept this award please click on my link in this comment and go to the Awards post on the Home page. At the bottom of the post it will give you instructions on how to accept the award. I have checked to make sure you did not have instructions that you were no longer accepting awards but if I have missed this please accept my apologies. Otherwise thank you again for the sharing of your site, I follow it as I like and relate to the gift of your writing very much. Namaste
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Thank you, Mark. It’s always lovely to be nominated for an award. I’m always so delighted people are reading never mind anything else. I am so far behind in posting awards to my page. But I will get on it. It’s all this writing malarkey keeping me up to all sorts of weird hours. Or waking me at all sorts of strange ones.
Thank you once more. I pass these on to others as and when I feel an ‘aha’ moment. Usually, new bloggers (newer than me!) or new to me. Namaste.
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Wonderful blog, and wonderful ‘you’. =)
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Why thank you. I’m chuffed you think so. :)x
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What a wonderful way to let out ‘a bit of yourself’. Thank you for taking me with you on your journey 🙂
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You’re welcome. You can always turn the page when I talk too much. Because I do talk too much. Just a public health warning. :)x
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That’s really funny! Guess that’s the good thing about writing – and reading 😉
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And no one ever knows! :)x
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Quite a blog you have here, the eye really looks deep inside. Hmm, yep it’s still there watching me. 🙂
Laurie.
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You should see what I can do with two! :)x Welcome.
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Ha ha, funny.
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:)x
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Rightly so! We are all multi dimensional and I hate to be defined by roles! x
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We are to some extent, I suppose. But it is not all. Not by a long shot. :)x
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I have made the mistake of becoming the person I am not just to play a role! I am now on the journey of rediscovering myself and to live to my fullest potential. It doesn’t mean I do not fulfill my duties, but like what you said, I do not let others define who I am.
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Sounds a lot like myself. Let the journey continue.x
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hi scottishmomus, , WP won’t allow me to ‘like’ anything today, so i’ll just tell you i ‘loved’ the 4 poems i’ve read, i enjoyed them immensely. and ty for the compliments and wonderful conversation this morning, you have a new friend as well!
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Well, I hope their button stays broken! Love’s even better than like. 🙂 Thank you.
I enjoyed it too. Love meeting and making new friends through the ether.x
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I wanted to let you know that I have nominated you for the ‘One Lovely Blog’ Award because your blog truly inspires me.
http://simplyilka.com/2013/11/17/one-lovely-blog-award/
Please know that there are no rules for this award, so please accept it and display it proudly on your blog or keep it as my appreciation for you and your blog.
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Thank you so much. Your words mean more than any award. But I gratefully accept it. One Lovely Blog is what we all hope for. Truly, many thanks.x
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I totally agree. We are so often hidden behind the public person that people want to see. We need to let ourselves out to play if we are to be genuine.
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I’ve ‘come out’ with a vengeance. Can’t shut up now. :)x
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Hello. I found your blog because you were nice enough to throw a ‘like’ my way for a photo / haiku today. Your username fascinates me-implying that you are from Scotland and now live in the USA. Is my guess true? If so-wow! I am also a Scot who chose to emigrate here to the States. Now I love both countries. I am proud of both.
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Hi, I am a Scot. But still living in Scotland – just outside Glasgow. So where in Scotland are you from? How long have you been in the States? x
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I am from Stonehaven, now I live in Milwaukee. It’s been 17 years. I intended to travel the 7 Continents in 7 years, fell in love here and the rest is Geography.
I also have a site with a kind of diary if you are interested. mylifeinchunks.wirdpress.com
Just delete this post if it is too spammy to mention another blog. I’m still unsure of WordPress etiquette.
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I’ll have a wee look in there, get to grip with a few chunks. 🙂
So you’re a fair while out that way then. Best laid plans when love stops you in your tracks. ;)x
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Hi lovely! You were one of the first blogs I followed and I’m doing a little experiment. If you have a bit of time, would you take part? Don’t worry if you’re busy. http://suzie81.wordpress.com/2013/11/20/questions-questions-questions-tell-me-about-you/
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Done, girlfriend! :)x
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Thank you!!!
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You’re welcome. :)x
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I have nominated you for the 2013 Blog of The Year Award. Please understand that acceptance is not requisite, but do know how much you have blessed me. Should you choose to receive this nomination, further info can be found on my post: http://booknvolume.com/2013/11/23/off-my-trolley-with-gratitude/
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Thank you so much. I’m delighted you would consider me for this. And thank you even more for such kind words to accompany. They mean a great deal.x
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Very Welcome….very much deserved my friend 🙂
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:)x
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Hi Scottishmomous,
I just wanted to say a huge thank you for submitting your wonderful poetry to The Paperbook Collective this year. It was an absolute honour to publish your incredible work, and I hope you will have the chance to submit something in 2014.
Have a wonderful festive season.
Best wishes,
Jayde.
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Thank you for publishing it and for your very kind words. I will certainly try to submit more next year. Best wishes to you too. x
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Spread the word…’The Bardess’ has been recognised for her brilliance! It won’t be long now before we will have to visit you at your chateau in France or mansion in the Maldives. I’m telling the world that I knew her at her discovery! Your genius has been found and will now be spreading far! Go momus! 🙂
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It’s no biggy, Mark. It’s an online wordpress magazine. Lots of people are in it. One day I might actually send some away somewhere. When I’m brave. 🙂 x
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What do you mean, ‘not a biggy’? The population of wordpress is about a gazillion, the magazine covers a dozen people per week. That’s like, you have to be the Queen or the Rolling Stones to even get into the thing! No, you can’t change my mind, plus you forget, I’ve now read heaps of your stuff and I’m still here…along with a million others…I await your recognition…and the book…dvd…and interview on 60 minutes…or I’ll protest on the lawns of parliament house in Canberra if I have to. Keep them rolling out momus!
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What are you like?! 🙂 OK I’ll keep posting if you keep reading! :)x
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Like? As in…am I a wizard or 2 foot high zombie or am I Hugh Jackman’s twin? (Yes…well, maybe after a bottle of Bourbon! 🙂 ). I’m just your average 5′ 11′, average build, No:1 haircut kind of guy! I think!…Mind you, my blog expresses that a little differently eh? 🙂 Ok, drum roll….after I come back from up north on Tuesday I’ll put my picture up in the Gallery for…let’s say…10 minutes! That should frighten a few followers 🙂 And yes, I will definitely keep reading, how could I not!
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Lol! We have an expression in Glagow – ‘Whit are ye like?!’ Meaning ‘laugh out loud, that’s funny’. 🙂 x
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Ah so! I can hide the picture then! Would have scared everyone for miles around. Right, time for me to sleep, I need all the beauty I can get 🙂 Enjoy the rest of your day, may they finally discover your genius! Night!
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I had another of these confusions here the other day. 🙂 Expressions lost in translation. Fun though. 🙂 Night, Mark.
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Hi! I nominated you for the Award Winning Blog Has Been Blessed Again. Please get the badge at http://wp.me/s32YrK-rewarded and get more info. Have a wonderful day.
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Aw, thank you. That’s so kind. Have a wonderful day too! 🙂 x
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Life becomes so much better when you let it all out! its something easier said than done, I’m glad you were brave enough to take a step 😀
Keep inspiring us! Yay!
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Oh, I’m letting it all out! Thank you for such lovely words. 🙂 x
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Congratulations!
I have nominated your blog for the Blogging Buddy Award.
More about this nomination is at
http://dearkitty1.wordpress.com/2013/12/14/blogging-buddy-award-thank-you-dear-horty/
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Thank you! That’s so kind. 🙂 x
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Well deserved 🙂 All the best for you and your blog!
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Thanks! 🙂 x
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Hi! I nominated you for the Lighthouse Award. Please get the badge at http://wp.me/p32YrK-1d2 and get more info. Have a very rewarding New Year. Blessings, belsbror
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Thank you muchly. 🙂 I’m honoured. 🙂 x
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You are most welcome. 🙂
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🙂 x
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Hi lovely! i need your help again if that’s ok… You were one of my first followers and i’d love your opinion on this… http://suzie81.wordpress.com/2014/01/04/readers-favourites-help-needed/
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Right, Suzie, I’m having a problem with this. I can’t think of any of your posts that I haven’t enjoyed. But I started looking through again to pick out some favourites. And I can’t. What I would say is I have favourite types of post. I love your photography; I’m in awe at the photos you take. And on your phone no less. The posts where you are travelling home to your mum’s and recount your train journeys I thoroughly enjoy. I feel I am there with you, while we p*** ourselves laughing at the antics of fellow travellers. Or your own for that matter – I remember that post! I also enjoy the ones that are your everyday life. There’s something quite magical having a glimpse into someone else’s typical day that is so alike and yet unlike our own. Your school posts I love too. And when you go off on one about something you feel strongly about like the one where you had a go at the inequality in legislation for same sex couples.
What else? Hmmm….oh yeah, when you talk about your family relationships and you and your bloke. Why so many I like? well, I think it’s because I like who you come across as, who you appear to me to be. And so all sorts of different aspects of your blog appeal. I feel like a stalker now! Oh, that was another good one about the guy that you kept seeing everywhere. And so are your film reviews. I can’t separate them out, Suzie. Sorry. 😉 I don’t know if that’s been any help in identifying types of post even because I didn’t even narrow them down. But I do enjoy them all. What can I say? 🙂 x
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An Award for you, please check out: http://irenedesign2011.com/2014/01/05/a-lot-of-awards-im-very-honored/
Irene
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Thank you, Irene. I’m honoured you thought of me. Congratulations to you. 🙂 x
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Thank you and congratulations to you too.
Irene
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🙂 x
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One more Award for you, check out http://irenedesign2011.com/2014/01/05/the-blog-of-the-year-2013-thanks/
Irene
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Again, many thanks. I’m chuffed to bits. 🙂 x
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🙂
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🙂 x
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You have a rich and full life! But I can totally empathize why this blog is your medium to just be. Looking forward to reading more. Thank you 🙂
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Thank you and welcome. 🙂 x
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Thanks for visiting my blog. Truly appreciate your comments. However, I noticed that you visited my old blog. That old blog has not been updated since May 2013. I’d love to welcome you to my new blog at http://shirleymaya.com/
Would love to get your feedback and comments on it. Thanks again and have a wonderful day 🙂
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Thank you for pointing that out to me, Shirley. I’ve popped over and absolutely had to follow. From what I have read so far I know I’m going to enjoy seeing your name pop up in my inbox. I would have been annoyed with myself if I had missed that. The link I originally pressed was the one attached to your name in the comments here. Glad to be onboard. 🙂 x
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Thank you so much! So sweet and kind of you to say. I am loving watching your name pop up in my inbox as well. It’s such a pleasure meeting you. Thank you again 🙂
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We’ll journey together. I know I will learn from you. 🙂 x
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The feeling is mutual, my new friend. We’ll share and learn together in this wonderful journey called, LIFE 😉
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🙂 x
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Morning! Congratulations – you are the winner of my New Year competition and have won a week of free advertising on my blog. Have a lovely week!
http://suzie81.wordpress.com/2014/01/20/new-year-competition-week-3-winners/
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Thank you, Suzie. I’m chuffed to bits. 🙂 Have a great week too. x
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Good afternoon! My name is Cam and I came across your blog today and had a quick question! I was wondering if you could email me when you have a minute. Thanks so much! 🙂
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I’ve sent off a quick email. If I can help I will. Cheers. 🙂 x
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I have nominated you to receive some (virtual) cake! 🙂 http://writermummy.wordpress.com/2014/01/24/super-sweet-blogging-award/
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Many thanks. 🙂 x
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Just to let you know that I have nominated your blog for the Leibster award: http://yellowmumblog.wordpress.com/2014/01/25/976/
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Many thanks. 🙂 x
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Congratulations!
I have nominated your blog for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award.
More about this nomination is at
http://dearkitty1.wordpress.com/2014/02/05/very-inspiring-blogger-award-thanks-amelia/
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Many thanks for the award. 🙂 x
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Well deserved 🙂 All the best for you and your blog 🙂
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There is nothing better than letting yourself out… trust me… the world needs you as you are and not how people see you as! 😀 Amazing introduction!
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Thank you so much.x
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Nominated you for The Dragon Loyalty Award
Check out: http://petitemagique.wordpress.com/2014/02/24/lovely-awards/
Of course you don’t have to accept an award, just know you’re appreciated!
Lots of love,
Patty
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Thank you so much. I do appreciate it. 🙂 x
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Your response on Helena’s blog today made me cry, so I just had to come and find out about you. You seem awesome 🙂
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I don’t know Helena nearly as well as I should. Although I certainly know her much better after her post. It tore at me as I’m sure it will anyone who reads. Adults who make children suffer so and may never count the consequences.
I’m so glad you popped in and thank you for your kind words. Welcome too. I hope we get to know each other. I intend to get to know Helena more too. x
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“It Is What It Is” has been nominated for a blogging award. We are paying it forward. You don’t have to accept. Just know that you are recognized/admired for your work:
http://hrexach.wordpress.com/2014/03/07/being-a-light-in-the-world-blog-award/
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Thank you, Horty and many congratulations to you for the award. You bring so much light through your posts. Socially and morally aware. x
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Thank YOU!! Your words warm my heart!! Hugs!!
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You’re so welcome, Horty. Your words always matter.x
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INCOMING! AM, there’s a Liebster Award heading your way! http://whyistherebreadinmykoolaid.wordpress.com/2014/03/17/hooray-for-me-a-liebster-award/
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Thank you! And answered with much appreciation. 🙂 x
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I have nominated you for the quintet of radiance award. Please come get it at my page.
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Many thanks. I’ll get a look in. 🙂 x
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It’s a five-fer!
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All the better. Thanks. 🙂 x
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“It Is What It Is” has been nominated for an award!! Paying it forward!!
http://hrexach.wordpress.com/2014/04/02/wonderful-team-member-readership-award-for-it-is-what-it-is/
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Thank you. Hugs. 🙂 x
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Jugs back!! 🙂
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Hi. You may have noticed that I have just ‘re-followed’ you. I’ve been having a few issues with my Reader and notifications, and, it would appear, one or two of my ‘followed’ sites have disappeared! I will endeavour to catch up on missed posts! My apologies, Chris.
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Don’t worry about catching up, Chris. It’s difficult enough at times to keep up with life, writing, reading, etc. I’ve unfollowed at times without realising or it’s been done for me. One very recently. No sweat. Lovely to hear from you though.:) x
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“It Is What It Is” has been nominated. Paying it forward.
http://hrexach.wordpress.com/2014/04/10/community-of-bloggerz-award-for-it-is-what-it-is/
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Thank you. And a great community it is to be part of. 🙂 x
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No question about it. Being the best “me” you can be, turns out to be an absolutely wonderful thing, as I’m sure all your family,friends and online friends will agree. 🙂 xo
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Aw, thank you, Penny. It’s kinda what we all want, I believe. Welcome to my little corner of the blogosphere. 🙂 x
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A pleasure to be here. I don’t get out enough (LOL) 🙂
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Snap! 🙂 I don’t even get out of my own head enough! 🙂 x
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🙂 I relate completely! 🙂
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Awesome blog 😀
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Thank you. You’re very kind. 🙂 x
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hi scottishmomus, i just wanted to ty for taking the time to read parts 1 and 2
of my recent story, encouragement like yours inspires me to continue writing prose.
i nearly abandoned storytelling after discovering poetry, hope you have a wonderful day!
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I thoroughly enjoyed them. Your gran sounds like a hoot! I had to laugh at the characters you built so well and am waiting to find out what happens to the poor parrot. And who was respnsible for his learning of obscenities.
I know what you mean about giving up on one form over another. I didn’t jon WP with a view to writing poetry although I always have done. It’s a shame to give up on one over the other when the two may be explored equally. I’ll have to consider that myself.x
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heh, unfortunately the obscenities weren’t taught, Pretty Boy just heard that line so much when mom thought she was ‘alone”, he just memorized what he heard..lol!
and i had no intention to write poetry when i started my blog either, i only wrote short stories then. but on a lark i submitted a little poem to a poetry site during NAPOMO a year ago.and it changed my life. i’ve actually found that writing both poetry and prose benefit each other.
my stories tended to be ‘wordy’, thinking more was…well, more. the economy of poetry especially the syllable discipline of Haiku has taught me otherwise, even in my prose i write as though every word is essential. and writing stories now will remind me of words i wouldn’t normally use in my poetry. so i’m grateful i discovered i didn’t have to give up up one discipline in favor of the other.
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Just as well that parrot didn’t live here. 😉
I’m glad you found the outlet for both and it’s so true they are mutually beneficient. I sometimes write a poem to encapsulate the essence of a story and then expand from there. Only thing being that sometimes the poem goes where I hadn’t intended. I’ve been very negligent of other than poems but you’ve inspired me to get back on to some shorts. 🙂 x
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