I was away for the weekend and the last thing I expected to see this morning when I checked out my blog was that I had been awarded a 'Best Blog Award'. Dear sweet LV from 'Thoughts From Meme's Corner' http://livinatmemescorner.blogspot.com/ had included my little blog in her list of award recipients. To say I was surprised and humbled is an understatement!
You see, when I started this blog a few months ago I did so after 'lurking' and visiting so many wonderful blogs here in blogland. I was taken in by the beauty, artwork and friendship that lives here. I was finding myself inspired by the wonderful people that shared their talents and encouraged each other along the way. I wanted to be part of this community and so I started my own blog. I thought that it would be a good place for me to share my artwork.That however has yet to happen, since I am still trying to learn my way around the computer and scanning, loading and sharing pictures is something I've yet to master.
This blog has turned into something much different than I originally planned. It is a place where I have shared my thoughts, dreams and my faith. When I sit to write a new post, whether it be prompted by something as simple as Wishcasting Wednesday, following The Joy Diet or Spiritual Sundays, I always ask God to guide my words so that they might reflect His love. While my own personal ramblinngs unfold I hope that His influence shines through.
Whether I am drawing, painting, sewing or stitching it is God who guides my hands. My 'talents' are God's gift to me and so I choose to share them. While I am honored to recieve this award I cannot take full credit for the contents of my blog. As with my art, God guides my words. If I am smart enough to get out of the way and to let Him lead, good things flow...if I try to take control then I fall flat.
Thank you to all of you who have supported and encouraged me simply by reading and commenting on my posts. Your friendship means so much to me. Thank you to LV for an award that encouraged me to write today when I had planned on remaining silent. May God bless all of you and guide you always!
Diva
Way to go Diva. You are so genuine and heartwarming is it any wonder that we are all crazy about you.
ReplyDeleteLove Renee xoxo
Congratulations. God does wonderful things and he does wonderful things through you!
ReplyDeleteGod Bless.
Congratulations to a well deserved award
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on receiving this very deserving award, dear Diva! I have just started to get to know you but by reading your last few posts, I can tell what a caring and genuine lovely person you are. I'm just so glad you commented on my blog so that I could come visit you as well:-) Isn't it wonderful the friendships that have been made through our blogging. I feel blessed each and every day. xoxo
ReplyDeleteDiva - Congratulations on your blog award...very deserving!
ReplyDeleteJane
What a beautiful Blog entry, Diva. And to think you were going to be "silent" today. (:
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the award!! Your Blog is great and I would venture to say God likes it too!!
Wow! Congratulations on your award! You have a great blog!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your well deserved award! Thanks for the kind words on my blog:)
ReplyDeleteTracy
congratulations, diva! you absolutely have a "best blog"....and you are a constant source of inspiration!! thanks SO much! :))
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your blog award. Isn't the blogiverse an encouraging place? I think it's wonderful to share what God is doing in and through you, no matter what the channel. Congratulations and have a good Tuesday!
ReplyDeleteKaren @ Elderberry Street
Congrats on the award. Well deserved I might add. BLogs have a wonderful way of becoming something much more than their original intent. MIne has and a day would not be complete for me without those few minutes I spend each morning penning my thoughts. I have also made some really special friends through it. It's really blessed my life. Beautiful entry once again!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Diva!
ReplyDeleteYou draw and paint??? When oh when are you going to learn how to use your scanner so I can see your stuff? You know how I love art and/or craft work! And you sew? Should I start hating you now, or should I wait because you have more hate-able skills and talents in your arsenal?
Update on Ceil, pretty please, when you get time.
Hi Diva,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the award... Lovely to meet you and thanks for visiting me. It is always good to catch up with new bloggers!;)
Best fairy wishes.
Jo May.
Sweet Diva you will love the prints, so hopefully you win one.
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Congratulations Diva!
ReplyDeleteSpecial blessings always...
Congrats on the award. You certainly deserve it. Your blog is lovely and I enjoyed your words for this post so much. I feel this way too about my creations. They are really God working through me and I am so thankful.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait till you add your artwork.
Thank you for stopping by and your kind comments.
See you again soon.
Blessings, Celestina Marie
Dear Diva I am so thank ful that I have never had to suffer any kind of abuse. Just so you know, all of my Wednesday's women are made up.
ReplyDeleteLove Renee xoxo
Congratulations Diva! You are a wonderful, wonderful woman with such a huge heart and lovely words.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you came by and left a comment. I really appreciate your support, and congrats on your award! Looking forward to getting to know you!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Debra