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Sunshine Blogger Award

I am humbled to receive the Sunshine Blogger Award, not once, but twice in the last couple of weeks. The Sunshine Blogger Award is given to a blogger who brings positivity and creative content to the blogging world. I would like to thank fellow bloggers Lori from Serendipity on Purpose and Glory from GSCinParis. Lori is a Mom of 8 and a grandmother to 23. She loves doing things with her family and blogging about their adventures. Glory has a master’s degree in architecture. She writes about architecture, art, and cultural travel. I love both of these blogs. Thank you again, Lori and Glory for the nomination.

Sunshine Blogger Award Guidelines

  1. Thank the blogger who nominated you in your blog post and link back to his/her blog. 
  2. Answer the 11 questions the blogger asked you. (I am answering 22 questions, as I was nominated twice.)
  3. Nominate 11 new bloggers to receive the award and ask them 11 questions.
  4. List these rules and display the Sunshine Blogger Award logo in your post and on your blog.

A little about me

  1. My Favorite holiday and why? – Christmas is my favorite holiday. I love the whole season. I love the decorations, the baking of cookies, and get-togethers with family and friends.
  2. What did I want to be when I grew up?- A lawyer.
  3. Why did I want to be that and did I achieve that goal?- The law and legal system interested me as a kid. I have been a lawyer for almost 22 years.
  4. How is life easier now than when I was younger?- Life is harder now. Being a parent is hard work, and I find myself always worrying about the boys.
  5. How is life harder now than when I was younger?- I am a parent. I am always worrying about my boys and hope that they grow up to be responsible young men.
  6. Why did I start blogging?- I have always wanted to blog. I like the idea of sharing what I know with others.
  7. Describe one person that has influenced me in my life. – My Dad
  8. What is the one thing that makes me happy?- My family.
  9. What words of advice can you give?- Other people’s opinions of you are none of your business. You do you and what is right for you and yours.
  10. What is your dream vacation and why?- Greece. I am fascinated with history and culture.
  11. How do you like to show kindness?- By merely listening to others.
  12. If you could talk to a famous dead person who and why? Walt Disney. I am a huge Disney Fan and think he was brilliant. I would love to hear his ideas and what he thinks of today’s Walt Disney Company.
  13. Beach or mountains?- Beach!
  14. What is my must-have travel item?- My Nook.
  15. Coffee or tea?- Coffee
  16. The quirkiest thing in my purse? A pair of running socks.
  17. If you could go back in time, to what year and why?- 2013 before my Mom became ill and passed away.
  18. What is the most meaningful place I have visited and why?- The Vatican. As a Catholic, it has a special meaning to me.
  19. What is the most meaningful book, and why? Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes. It was just the book I needed during a period of time in my life.
  20. What is the story behind the name of my blog?- I am a runner. I run at my own pace and live my life that way as well.
  21. What is the best thing about blogging?- The community
  22. What is my greatest fear?- death

My Nominees

My Questions for the Nominees

  • What is your dream job?
  • What is your proudest moment?
  • If you could change one thing in your life, what would it be?
  • If you could be a crayon color, which one would you be?
  • Favorite actor/actress?
  • Dogs or cats?
  • Summer or Winter?
  • Favorite Meal?
  • What would your perfect day be?
  • What is your favorite hobby?
  • What is the most useful thing that you own?

Please take some time to visit these ladies over at their blogs. They work really hard to provide some excellent content. Thank you!

Featured Blogger- The Best of Disney

Flower and Garden Festival

Are you looking to plan a trip to Disneyland or Disney World? If so, then you will not want to miss this! I, along with some fantastic bloggers, are being featured over at Planningaway.com. Here, my friend and fellow blogger Lisa, has compiled a dozen or so articles about the most magical place on Earth. From making last-minute dining reservations to hearing about yummy dessert parties to tips on traveling to Disney with your teens, to an interview with a Disney addict. This is your one-stop shop for all things Disney. Check it out here.

The Sunshine Blogger Award

I am honored to announce I have received the Sunshine Blogger Award. I was nominated by my fellow blogger, Marianna, over at European Slice of Life. Thank you, Marianna!!! Please hop on over to her blog. I am positive you will like it as much as I do.

The Sunshine Blogger Award is given to bloggers by other bloggers who are positive, creative, inspiring and supporting others in the blogging community.

Rules for the Sunshine Blogger Award

  1. Thank the person who nominated you and provide a link back to their blogging site.
  2. List the Sunshine Blogger Award rules and display the logo on your site.
  3. Answer the Sunshine Blogger Award questions.
  4. Nominate 11 other bloggers and ask them 11 new questions.
  5. Notify the nominees about their nominations – I will be using Twitter

Questions Asked by Marianna

1.What is your favorite Elton John song?- Candle in the Wind – the version about Princess Diana.

2.Which European Country did you visit?- Spain, France and Italy.

3.What is your favorite part of blogging? Why?- My favorite part of blogging is meeting a lot of nice, interesting people.

4.What is your favorite dessert?- ice cream

5.Which movie would resemble your life?-Hummm this is tough. I need more time to think about it.

6.What made you start blogging?- I like to write and share my story.

7.How many states did you visit in the USA?- 12

8.Are you a morning or a night person?- morning

9.Coffee or Tea person? – coffee

10. What is your fondest memory from your childhood? Some of my fondest memories are spending time with my grandparents. We were very close to both sets of grandparents and spent many days and nights with them.

11. Beach or mountains for a relaxing weekend? Why?- The beach. It is the one place I can truly relax. I plan to retire there.

Questions for my Nominees

What was your most embarrassing moment?

If you won the lottery, what would you do?

What does your ideal life look like?

What scares you the most?

What is the one thing you would change from your past?

Pepsi or Coke?

Country or rock and roll?

Are you a spender or a saver?

What is your favorite TV show?

If you could only have one app on your phone, what would it be?

What was your favorite cartoon as a kid?

My Sunshine Blogger Nominees are:

With the Devaullis

Kyrabe Stories

Travels with Bibi

Endless Family Travels

Loving Living Green

Flower-Force

Planning Away

NoHomeNoMadder

Footprints in Pixie Dust

Flossy Mom

Charlie’s Buttons

These are all blogs I follow and love. Each week I look forward to reading their posts. Please take some time and check them all out.

Again, thank you Marianna. It is such an honor to be recognized by the blogging community.

Featured Blogger

Happy Weekend everyone! I hope you are enjoying time with family and friends. I wanted to let you know I, along with a few of my fellow bloggers, are being featured here. Please head over and check it out.

Wishing you and your families a Happy Easter and/or Passover!