If I had left Facebook (something I consider now and then) I would likely have not received this timely notice about this blogging nomination from one of my long time online friends.
I feel so grateful that Biba Pedron, nominated me for the writing I do. Biba is The Connection Queen. I met her in an online speed-networking venue that is no longer open. It was one of the most innovative online social media sites because it was a speed-networking environment, online. Biba blogs at
Thank you Biba for thinking of me. I’m delighted and honored. What a wonderful way to kick off the New Year indeed.
Very Inspiring Blogger Award to Kick off the New Year content and rules are as follows:
If you accept this award, as a recipient you need to:
- Thank the person who nominated you by linking to his/her blog
- Display the award logo on your blog
- Link back to the person who nominated you
- State 7 things about yourself
- Nominate 15 people, link to them, and notify them about their nominations
Now to that 7 things about me:
1. People tell me I look younger than my age, which sometimes irritates my husband.
2. In the 3 years I drove a Harley Davidson, I ended up horizontal 2 times.
3. My husband and I have been to many places in the world, including trips on 13 cruises. My favorite place is Alaska for this kind of vacation.
4. We’ve built four custom homes and are getting ready to built a 5th and final. It’s time to take the elevator to downsizing.
5. When my husband surprised me with a “this is your life” kind of video for my 50th birthday, we surprised all the friends and family attending by videoing them while watching the looooong 30 minutes.
6. My husband knows I hate surprises but he continues to do so. In 2010, on way to the Greek Islands from Ephesus, Turkey, he arranged with his Rotary buddies there to ask me to renew our vows. It was hard to say yes again, but after he asked three times, and the minister said, “Please,” I did. I said, “I do” again.
7. I’m truly an introvert. I’d rather be at home, than anywhere else. When most people get cabin fever, I’m in heaven, as long as it’s not more than 2 or 3 people waiting out the inclement weather.
And here are 15 bloggers, in alphabetical order by first name, whose writing you must read.
- AK Andrew at https://akandrew.com/ – she is a writer who blogs about writing, both her own and authors she admires
- Ann Smarty at https://myblogu.com/blog/ – this is one smart lady with online community ideas that are endless, and blogging all about blogging.
- Arleen Harry at https://www.garrettspecialties.com/blog/ – promotional products blog showing the benefits of marketing and advertising with promotional items.
- Catarina Alexon at https://catarinasworld.com/ – A visionary from Sweden. Her writing will stretch your thinking to question what you might think you know.
- Cheryl Therrien at https://grandmotherdiaries.com/ – Cheryl has what she calls an “adventurous” mix of topics from techie, to product reviews to giveaways and more.
- Ivan Ho at – This is about online marketing strategies that make money, and how to use blogging – make money. An incredible wealth of knowledge from an author and Internet marketing consultant.
- Jacqueline Gum at – Her title communicates what perspective she takes, Confessions of a Corporate Slut. Men and women can relate to everything she writes about with humor and style.
- Jeannette Paladino at – Another person I met online who I have collaborated with. She calls herself a “communicator” and blogs about blogging, social media presence and branding.
- Jeri Walker-Bickett at https://jeriwb.com/ – Make sure you cross all t’s and dot all i’s in your writing. Her Make Every Word Count blog has Monday morning posts and topics cover writing tips, books, and more.
- Krystyna Lagowski at – blogs everything automotive including pedestrian rights but I most love, her car reviews
- Lenie Hokanson at – which is all about frugal living. Love her recipes and shopping tips.
- Leora Wenger at – She blogs for small businesses on topics like, WordPress, Twitter, social media and more.
- Maxwell Ivey at https://theblindblogger.net – You would never know he is blind as prolific as he is with writing. Awe inspiring posts.
- Susan Cooper at https://findingourwaynow.com/ – I met Susan years ago in a blogging mastermind group. She blogs about food, wine, and life stories. All being dyslexic.
- William Rusho at https://warusho-author.blogspot.com/ – William is a new author, business analyst and professional wrestler. His blogging covers his writing journey, his book and other life topics.
- Ok. I know it’s 15 required but I would like to recognize my closest Packt Publishing author friend, Bob McIntosh, CPRW, a career trainer who leads job search workshops at an urban career center. He’s an introvert and blogs all things career related at https://thingscareerrelated.com/
It’s honor to know these men and women through their writing. They inspire, connect with the reader and let their authenticity come through.
If you are nominated, please do accept! Who doesn’t want an award? But if you cannot honor the requirements, I’m grateful to know you to list you here and just – let the light shine on you.
Fellow introvert here. I love being alone in a quiet house with my thoughts, books, notebooks, and my blogs. So yes, I get that. As for awards, I do get them but I must admit that I have politely declined most. After one came another and another and I found myself working more on keeping up those posts than writing on my novel or my blogs.
If you ever want to guest blog about how not to approach introverts, demystify our “awkwardness, or tips for introverts who want to network or attend conferences, business expos, etc … just ping me!
Cheers!
Alice even introverts are different aren’t we? I think because I accidentally chose a sales career path early in my life, I got the more extroverted desire for awards. Truly for me it’s more about – someone recognized and appreciated my work. But I get what you mean about having to keep up with a shower of them! Bring it on is my immediate thought – hahaha.
I’ll head over to your blog and see how to connect further about your invitation to guest blog. Thanks.
Hello Patricia
It was nice to know about you about this blog. (6) I really like the way your husband surprised you.
I am not looking forward to any specific award but obviously, it’s always great to receive an award.
I am in teaching and I feel when student respect you for what you have taught them, understand and appreciate, its great award.
I get that andleeb – I don’t expect any awards either. But maybe we might want to more often, huh? Glad you know some things about me now that are well, no longer a secret. Thanks!
WooHoo! Congratulations and thank you so much for the nomination Pat!!! I really appreciate it, and yes I accept. I really enjoy these nominations , not only because they shine the spotlight on some great bloggers , but how else would I know you used to ride a Harley!! Go Pat!
It’s my pleasure AK. I’m so grateful for so many bloggers I’ve met in the last few years. It seemed to me it was a way to give back for what someone recognized me for! So glad you accept it. Look forward to your post.
Well Patricia I believe you may have to add, “Delighted to tend my own garden” in front of your personal label, “Introvert”. My question is, “Why WOULD you want to leave your home?” ☺ You have a loving husband, family and friends who sound supportive, loving and grateful to have you in their life’s’. I’m thinking I might become an introvert too!
Thanks for making me laugh today! I love that Pamela! “Delighted to tend my own garden.” Regardless of our style preference, we can all do that. And either stay home or leave for a while. hahaha
Thank you so much for recognizing me in this blog.
It reminds me of the major award I ever received was being inducted 3 times into the United States Martial Arts Association’s Hall of Fame.
I did not want to be inducted. The award and my concept of the martial arts were at a conflict. I try to hold myself as humble as I can, and a recognition like that made me feel uncomfortable.
I must say, it feels uncomfortable for me to be mentioned in this blog. There are so many better bloggers and writers who have spent more time at this craft than I have and they deserve more recognition than I. But I truly thank you for mentioning me in this; it is always a pleasure to read your blogs and you truly deserve to be nominated.
William, while humility is something I understand, I also understand social media. And gratitude. I don’t read EVERY blog I come across. It’s when I CONNECT with people that I read their blogs. Maybe that is the introvert in me.
So I am delighted, your are grateful I have you in this esteemed group of bloggers who “get it.”
Wow, after my first time ending up horizontal on a Harley, I would be done. You are a brave woman! Congrats on the award! It is always nice to know you have really touched an audience. Here’s to many more successes in the New Year!
Thanks for the complimentary words. I’ll take those MORE successes! Well I’m not sure if I was brave or just encouraged. I had a fabulous local Harley bike technician who worked with me to get the darn thing lowered so much, I felt I had to keep trying for him.
Yay, these awards are always fun. You’re on building your fifth custom home? I’ve only gone through the building a house experience once, and I think once may have been enough for me. That’s also so very cool that you ride a Harley 🙂
Yes Jeri, fifth time. I think it is the home building process that has been one of the factors to keeping us married so long. That, and no tv in our bedroom, ever, in all our years of marriage.
Thanks for the kinds words and for the feature, Patricia! And congrats!
Ann I have the highest respect for what you do. And your products, the blogging community platforms, are wonderfully helpful for bloggers.
Pat, I am absolutely thrilled that you included me – wow – just look at the company I’m in. For sure I will take part. I do have some questions though so I hope it’s all right if I message you back. With a start like this, the New Year can’t help but be great.
Indeed good company Lenie. I don’t hang around and read boring blogs. I like the different ones, the unique ones, the ones that make me have more questions than answers.
Pat, thank you so much for the inclusion! I haven’t been blogging on my business blog for a while. Hoping to get back to it by February or March. I’ve been trying to finish up another project first. I’m honored to be included on a list with all those wonderful bloggers. Take care!
Great to hear you are getting back to it Leora! It’s highly valuable content. I understand projects.
I love this!
Whenever I go to a class or seminar and the instructor starts off with “when we come to you tell us your name, where your’e from, and three interesting facts about you” you can sense and hear the collective moaning of everyone in the room.
However, afterwards it always turns out to be a rewarding experience as you find you have more in common with someone that you would have never guessed. And the adventures that others have also gives ideas for future adventures of your own
This post provided a bit of each 🙂
You had me smiling Steve. As a corporate trainer I often use that opener if it looks like a willing group! Glad you found a little bit of each benefit.
Great start for the year for you, Pat. Am delighted for you.
Thank you for your kind words about me and my blog. Sincerely don’t have time to participate in any blog awards. Am giving priority to reading your book “Communications Toolkit for Introverts”. Started yesterday and it was a very pleasant experience. After 25 pages I have already learnt that it’s the introvert side in me that makes me annoyed by music or sound when I work.
Pat — I’m so honored that you’ve included my in your list. I’ve enjoyed knowing you and appreciated your support as a fellow blogger. We belong a wonderful blogging community and since we first met you’ve moved on to even bigger accomplishments like your new book. Best wishes for your continued success and glad to call you a friend, too.
Not every blog is packed with points that interest me on a regular basis. Yours is one of them Jeannette.
Thank you so much for including me. I am truly honored. I also appreciate those things you mentioned about yourself that I never knew, you know… other than being an introvert. I wish you much success with your new book.
Your blog always has something for me to take away Cheryl. Not all blogs I read can boast the same.
I am so flattered…honored, and indeed humbled to be among some of the bloggers whom I admire the most! Thanks so much for the mention. And thanks for letting us know you a little better! While I rode many a Harley, I never drove one so hats off to you! I built 1 custom home and refurbished 5 others…double hats off to you! A construction site is no place for an introvert…I can attest to that! I completely get the being at home thing…me too:) And I love that we share that. Congratulations on this award Pat,,,and thanks again for the nomination:) Looking forward to seeing you soon:)
For sure riding and driving a Harley are two different experiences. These days, I just enjoy having friends who ride! See you soon, yes Jacqueline.
I’ve taken that cruise to Alaska and I enjoyed it (particularly) the inside passage) but thought it was too much cruise and not enough Alaska. Thankfully, I had taken a land tour of Alaska just a year before I took the cruise. Number 2 on your list is intriguing! I have receive awards for my poetry, most notable of which is an art in public places display on a train platform in Golden, Colorado, for which I was also handsomely paid.
Our favorite part of the Alaska cruise was landing on one of the glaciers. My goodness! Thanks Michele.
Aw Patricia, it’s more my honor then yours to have become your friend and comrade in this blogging universe we now work so hard to be noticed. It pleases me beyond words that you would included me in this list and for the nomination. May more amazing things come your way my friend. 🙂
I love your new picture Susan! I am delighted you are pleased with the nomination. You are such an award winner already however, your wonderful blogging continues. Let’s do enjoy what will be an amazing year.
Congratulations on your recognition Patricia – love the picture of the Harley! I’ve only been on a motorcycle once – and it was a Harley. Unfortunately, my guy who was driving laid the bike down going round a curve way too fast and most of the skin on my left leg was scrapped off in the gravel thanks to the experience. Never got back on one again – but I do love the way they look and (secretly) always thought I could have done a better job of driving that bike! 🙂
Ouch. And I get that laying down the bike. I did it more than once but it’s my nature to get back up. As a passenger I totally understand your reluctance to do the same. Thanks Marquita.
Reading the first six things about you makes it a little hard to believe the seventh, that you’d rather be at home.
Hello Patricia!
Congratulations and mazel tov on your award! And thank you for including me on your list, that’s so kind of you. I’m so impressed by your Harley experiences, and that dropping the bike didn’t faze you! That’s the spirit!
I never think about wining awards. So when I am nominated for one it just makes it more special.