Friday, February 13, 2009

I Did What?!!!

The first thing I noticed, when I got home from work and logged on, was that the number of folk following my blog had almost tripled. I was wondering who some of these folk were. Then I read my email and discovered that I'd been nominated for blogger's "blogs of note." I raced to check this out! Not only did I make this noted list, but so did our wonderful David's authorblog! Wow! What a treat to come home to! To all the well wishers, a hearty, "Thank you!" I've no idea what I did to get this honor but I'm delighted beyond words.

148 comments:

MamaMiaTaytay said...

Congratulations and keep up the good work! You like 2 movies that I read the books of and we share a few interests so thought I'd follow you since I am very new in this blogger community. You are inspiring and I also am into personal development and service to others. Visit my blog if you want to share ideas on helping others: http://crazelovenlogic/blogspot.com

Fletch said...

Allow me to be the first to CONGRATULATE you.

Well deserved!

Lee said...

Thank you, Terry! I'm floored! Coming from a story teller of your caliber I'm doubly honored!

Joy!!!

Andrea said...

Congrats on the blog of note! Loved the puzzle!! You have lovely blog..I enjoyed spending some time here today. :)

Rebecca said...

I just saw your blog under "Blogs of Note" and wanted to stop by and say hi! You have some great songs on your music list and I'm lisening to them as I check out your blog. Congrats!

Lee said...

Thank you, MamaMia! I'm delighted that you've decided to visit and follow my blog. Welcome to blogland. I'll be by shortly for visit.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you, Andrea! How nice of you to spend some time exploring. I'll be over to visit your blog shortly. Hope you have a great weekend!

Cheers!

Lee said...

Welcome, Rebecca! Thank you for stopping by! I'm delighted that you like the songs. From visiting your place I see that history is your thing. I'll have to explore further and see what else we have in common.

Cheers!

introspection said...

Hi Lee, I am new to blogworld. I came across your blog via 'blog of note' Yours is a warm wonderful blog. Will be folloowing it and visisting the rest of what all you have. I like the tips you have on the right hand of your blog.
take care, and keep writing..!

myonlyphoto said...

Congratulations, sometimes unexpected happens when we less expect. Anna :)

Anonymous said...

you did it because i read it too!

Anonymous said...

http://readjohn14.blogspot.com/

HalfCrazy said...

Hi, congrats for being Blog of Note! Every blogger who works hard deserves it!

Much Love,

The villager: said...

Lovely blog....well done !

Unknown said...

I would love to congratulate you my dear!

PhoebeW said...

Maybe you didn't do anything.
You just be yourself.

My dream is be myself. I'll make it one day.

Jinksy said...

Well, that will keep you busy, trolling around to see who they all are! Feel quite proud that I found you under my own steam as you might say. Shows I have discernment and taste...

the legend said...

Absolutely an inspiration to all of us who inspire to be more. Keep up faith and showing us how to become better. Loved the playlist what a great way of sharing. The music we listen to tells a great deal about who we are. Thank you again, I am glad you were nominated!

CJ said...

What in the name of god is in your blog.Like it.Please follow my blog
URL:4thepuple.blogspot.com

Jennifer Chronicles (jenx67.com) said...

what a wonderful surprise!

Lee said...

Hello, Introspection. Thank you for your kind words. Isn't following a wonderful innovation? I look forward to your future visits and will be by for a return visit soon.

Cheers

Lee said...

Thank you, Joseph. It was such a surprise.

Joy!

Lee said...

Hi Halfcrazy! Yes, they certainly do deserve recognition. Bloggers have become the media of the world.

much love back!

Lee said...

Thank you, Villager. Glad you enjoyed my blog. I'll visit yours soon.

Cheers

Lee said...

Hi Phoebe, being yourself is a wonderful goal and something I strive for as well. Thank you for visiting I'll be by soon.

Cheers

Neil Bytes said...

Congratulations!

Merisi said...

I saw your blog's name appear for a moment on my screen, in the Blogs of Note space: congratulations! :-)

I am looking forward to my next visit here!

Lee said...

Hi Anna, Thank you! And you're so right! Aren't those unexpected surprises things just the best?

Cheers!

Lee said...

Hi Read John, You're starting out where I started 26 years ago. Congratulations on your coming to Christ. May your walk be long and fruitful!

Peace! Hope! & Joy!

Lee said...

Well, realscore, you just did. LOL Thank you very much!

Cheers!

Lee said...

Hey Jinsky! So glad to see you here. Sorry I've been so absent from your blog but work got in the way. I'll have to visit and catch up on all you've done. Thank you! And thanks for discovering me early in your blogging life. You do indeed have discernment and excellent taste.

Joy!

SRG said...

nice blog.... :)

Lee said...

Hi legend! Thanks for the really kind words. I'm always fascinated by what others see in my writings. Thank you again for visiting.

Peace!

Lee said...

Hi CJ, I've got all kinds of stuff in my blog. I'm glad you like it. Be calm and cool. I visited your blog and your followers will happen and grow.

Cheers

Lee said...

Hi Jenx, it was indeed wonderful! And so are the folk, like yourself, who've visited. Thanks for coming by and commenting.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Hi Neil, thanks! I've checked out your blog and will be back to explore more.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Hi Merisi! Thank you, and it's good to have you back again!

Joy!

Lee said...

Thanks SRG, I love having new visitors. I popped over to your place and discovered that you're living the American Dream! Congratulations back!

Peace! Hope! & Joy!

Marcus Vinicius said...

Good job, I think you a great writer

Kathy said...

Congratulations Chrysalis - You have a beautiful blog!

Lee said...

Thank you for your kind words, Marcus! I visited your blog and you had some interesting things there. Be well!

Peace!

Lee said...

Thank you, Kathy. I'm glad you like my place. I'll stop by and visit yours soon.

Cheers!

Kelly Jeanette Swift said...

Congrats on making blogs of notes. You nhave a beautiful blog.

And congrats on all the job offers. I hope you get the one that you want. Jobs are hard to come by, especially ones that you like.

Lee said...

Thank you, Kelly, both for your kind, thoughtful words, and visiting and making yourself known to me. It's so nice when people take the time to make a real connection with others.

Right now the census job is doing wonders for my list of job skills. I hope that I can turn that into more opportunities.

Peace!

david mcmahon said...

No, there's no surprise at all, Lee. For someone like me, who's been a fan of your work for more tan a year, it's clear why anyone would appreciate your work, its honesty and its presentation.

A wonderful reward, my friend - and richly deserved.

Nick™ said...

Congratulations, you must be doing something right!!!!

Lee said...

Aw shucks! Thanks, David! I could say those same words back at you and mean them just as much! You are awesome, my friend!

Cheers! & A Happy Dance!

Lee said...

Thank you, Nick! I guess so. I'm just so darn flattered by all the attention. And it doesn't seem to be stopping. Wow!

Cheers!

Adriana Sales Zardini said...

Such a beautiful blog!! :)

Anonymous said...

congrats! i really like ur blog! simple and down to earth! you got one more fan!!

Natalie said...

Congratulations Lee. Your blog is deserving of your award, It is great!

I also follow David's blog, but skimming through his list of friends is no mean feat! Because of Blog of Note, I get to meet you. :D

In reading your profile, I notice there are some commonalities, which is also nice to find.

Once again, Congrats! Enjoy the experience.

Anonymous said...

Yep, that's how I found out about your lovely place here and am now a subscriber ;)....I also used to visit David's blog a year or so ago...he is quite talented.

Anonymous said...

Congrats on being on the "blogs of note".

Bridget said...

Congrats on your award! I am new to blogging and found your blog from blog of note. I enjoyed reading your post, which is prolly why you got the award:)

IN_THE_ZONE said...

LOL I just started my blog and noticed you was on the BLOGGER BUZZ!!! WOO HOO lol I wish I had that many followers >:-) haha anyways CONGRATS on the blogs of NOTE. Check out my blog if your bored cuz I'm boring lol.

Mírian Mondon said...

Great writing, beautiful pics and warm heart, such a powerful blend, that's what you did to deserve the honor!!!
Congratulations Lee, you more than deserve it and I am really glad that Blogs of Note let us find such nice 'universes' sometimes! :)

Sandi McBride said...

Congratulations Lee! Of course I've known you were a Blogger of Note for some time!
love ya my friend!
Sandi

Anonymous said...

Lee, congratulations for the blog.
I'd like intive you and all of your visitors to see my blog too.
Its name is "Embaixadores de Sião", in portuguese. There you can read my translated notes and write what you want, free.
I'm from Brazil. I'm testing the blog world yet. I'd like to have your presence there. Thanks.

Sóstenis Moura
www.embaixadoressiao.blogspot.com

sribbler said...

many more congratulations....

Hokule'a Kealoha said...

I love your blog. I will be placing you on my blogroll and in my daily reads. I am a 47 year old re inventing my self for the 2nd time in a year. I look forward to following you as you travel on your journey

Anthony Wireman said...

Wow, congrats on the big honor. I just started my blog and have a ways to go. Great job!!!

http://allkyhoops.blogspot.com/

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on being a Blog of Note. I really liked your site.

Sera Melinda said...

Hi, Lee.
Congratz for being blog of note. well done!
Can u share some tips to be blog of note??

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! I, too, hope to be nominated one day.

Love,

http://www.marketopinions.blogspot.com/

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Anonymous said...

Cool. I think you are a good writer. Can you help me with my blog? Just leave comments to improve my writings. That will really help. Thank you very much Lee.

Anonymous said...

Cool. I think you are a good writer. Can you help me with my blog? Just leave comments to improve my writings. That will really help. Thank you very much Lee.

တြင္းပိုး said...

Hello .I'm visiting your blog.May be ok.

Billy Mac said...

the color combination of ur site is arrestingly awesome !!!!
keep it green..

murat11 said...

Congratulations, Ms Lee. You see by your exploding followers number what a juicy Oprah mention can bring! Enjoy the abundance.

Anonymous said...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oECLok3UkyI

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!

Count Sneaky said...

Congratulation Lee,
This "Blogger of Note" award
is almost,I say, almost as
prestidigious and honorifical and covetudinous as the Count's Palm d'Or. But then, your exquisite sie turns many bloggers green with envy.Thank you again for your kind words
to this newbie. Your humble servant, Count Sneaky

Nerdy Cyberchick said...

Congrats! After stopping by I can tell you it was well deserved!

†Tbys† said...

Hey, good job! I have read just a few posts from your blog yet, but it seems to be so nice, otherwise it would not be on the blog of note, so go on and congrats:).

Anonymous said...

Por si os interesa

http://eleccionesblancas.blogspot.com/

Lee said...

Hi Adriana, Thank you for the lovely compliment. I'm glad you visited.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Wow! Thanks Nicky! Your words mean a lot to me. As you're a fan I'll make it a point to visit your blog too. :-)

Cheers!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations, Lovely blog....well done !

Thestrangeblogger said...

Nice work i have just started out in the blogger so i am totally new to this, what exactly is it we are doing?

CoeliacWitch said...

Haha congradulations! Glad to see someones happy atleast :)

Cath said...

Been a while since I was over but just wanted to say how well deserved this is - your blog has always been noteworthy!

Well done. (And I saw David's too - about time some of "our" blogs got noted!!)

Reyjr said...

Congrats! :D

Anonymous said...

congrats on the blog of note =)

Unknown said...

Congratulations!
I would love to get a visit from you at: www.expresionenred.com
Have a nice day Lee!

Anonymous said...

Hi there!

Could you help me with the playlist.com code?
Im trying to put one on my blog but cant resize it.
Could you send me your code so i can only change the diameters?

my email: jesusfromibiza@gmail.com

many thanks

Diana said...

Lovely blog!

Anonymous said...

Hi Lee!

Do speak portuguese?
I'm learning English, mas ainda não sei escrever no seu idioma.
Adorei visitar seu Blog, ele é Lindo! Parabéns e sucesso!

Huggs!
Nadir

Admin said...

Congratulations. I love your blog. It has a clean, pleasant and uncluttered look

INTJ said...

Congrats!

Oberon said...

.....i invite you to join globalove think tank.

Baumb said...

congratulations mate!
you deserve it.

Lee said...

Thank you Natalie, I love David's blog too and yes, his blog roll is really too long to comfortably search. I'm glad you found some commonalities. I'll look forward to visiting your page and perhaps discovering them too.

Peace!

Lee said...

Thank you, Danielle! I'm delighted you subscribed. I visited your place and liked your photos a lot. That Simple Woman's Daybook is a good idea.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you 3Princesses1Frog! You seem to be living in fairytale land on your blog and I loved the way you fit your wonderful family into that realm. It's always been one of my favorites.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you, Bridget! It is so nice of you to say that. On visiting your blog I discovered you like writing too. Nice layout and design.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thanks ITZ, always nice to hear from someone in technology. Keep on blogging. Your followership will grow.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you so much, Mirian! Your words move me. I went looking to return the visit and was quite disappointed to find no blog but a wonderful profile of someone who loves blogs and loves kids (of any age) and teaching. Thank you for stopping by and I look forward to future visits.

Peace!

Lee said...

And I love you, Sandi McBride! Thank God you blogged into my life! Hugs!!!!!!!!!!!

Really enjoyed our Scrabble games today and hope the next couple come soon!

Hugs!
Lee

Lee said...

Thank you, Sóstenis Moura.

I went and read your blog and tried to comment. The language translator didn't cooperate with the verification process of a real live blogger. Here is what I wrote. Sorry I couldn't leave it on your blog. Maybe I should have tried on the untranslated one?

Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving such a nice comment. You've a very gracious way of expressing yourself.

I had no idea that there was technology capable of translating whole pages into different languages. I hope this evolves further. Sometimes the different logics in language cause something to be lost and finding a meeting of minds is so important to building a world community.

So sorry to read of the girls accidental death. Hope she wasn't a friend of yours.

Peace!
Lee

Anonymous said...

I may not be #1 but at least I am #100 :)


I really do like the blog and will follow.

Lee said...

Thank you Justin. I see Jinsky has made your acquaintance too. :-) Poets are among my favorite people.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you Hokule'a, may your journey be smooth and the view gorgeous as you pass along it's path. And thank you for stopping in and commenting. I'll be over to your place soon.

Cheers!

EpicTech said...

Congratulations XD

Lee said...

Thanks Hoopster! Your blog will no doubt get lots of followers, basketball is such a popular topic. So glad you stopped by.

Cheers!

Anonymous said...

Parabéns amigo!
Você ganhou uma belo prêmio. Isto é ótimo!
Acabo de ver seu blog pela primeira vez...

Lee said...

Thank you, Anon. Feel free to stop in anytime.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Hi Sera Linda,

Thank you for your kind words. As you saw when your read the article, I have no idea how I came to be a blog of note blogger. I'm just very honored to be on such a prestigious list and very flattered at all the well wishers and new followers I have suddenly got. Good luck with your blogs. I'm sure you'll make fans.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you, Albert! Good luck on your goal of becoming a blogger of note. Wish I knew how they are chosen.

Cheers!

Lee said...

To the blogger who wrote the long comment in Chinese(I think), Thank you! I wish I could respond in your language. Visitors who leave comments are special. I hope your blog does well and that your year is filled with joy.

Peace!

Baumb said...

Congratulations for the blog of note! Wish ya all the best :]

Lee said...

Thank you, Jenalyn! Your command of the English language is excellent. Congratulations on your skill with it and your lovely writing style. I'll be back to see your blog again.

Peace!

Lee said...

Ummm...Thank you. I wish I could address you by name but I only know English and your language characters didn't translate to anything I could read. I did visit your blog and it looked it belonged to someone with a sense of fun.

Be well.

Lee said...

Thank you, Decoder. I see we have blogs of similar color. That's great! Keep up the good work!

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thanks, Paschal! I'm sorry this may get lost in the sea of comments and responses. The wave continues! :-)

So glad to see you and Tina getting recognition yesterday! Much deserved!

Peace!

Lee said...

Hi Anonymous, That was a cool video. The music was up beat and the antics of the remote controlled cars were fun.

Peace!

Lee said...

Thank you Kim!

Lee said...

Welcome back, Count Sneaky! It's always a pleasure to see you.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you, Tess. Your thoughtfulness in visiting and commenting is much appreciated. I'll be by soon for a visit.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you, Tbys! Those are lovely pictures on your blog. It has a very nice feel to it.

Cheers!

Lee said...

Thank you, Gordon, yours is lovely too.

Cheers!

Lee said...

LOL Hi TheStrangeBlogger, What we are doing is providing input to the world. Or as expressed in Shall We Dance, we are allowing others to witness us and our lives. Just be yourself and write from the heart. Everyone has something of interest about themselves and none of us are "that different".

Cheers!

Lee said...

Hi Coeliac Witch,

Yes, it is nice to find those bright moments. I'm so happy about this that I'm finally beginning to come to terms with it.

You have a nice blog started there. It's real and straight from the heart. That's how I started mine and try to keep it. Keep up the good work!

Cheers!

Lee said...

Hey Cath! Great to see you again! How you doing? Thank you! I'm in agreement with you, David's blog MORE than deserves this award! :-)

Cheers!

San said...

Just popping in to give a hug to a Notable Blogger!

Allison said...

wow ive never seen anyone have this many comments!

12345667 said...

I was meaning to create a blog a while ago and only just started but I have noticed how nice and filled your page is with fun bits and pieces, an example of a great blog.

Congrats!

Nita said...

Great blog thanks for sharing
Nita
storiesfromstregga.blogspot.com

RP said...

Congratulations on being the blog of the note. You have a nice blog & I'll be happy visit often.

Regards,
RP
Ravositti.com

Anonymous said...

Congratulations Lee. I was just checking the blogs of note and saw your's listed. I had to visit, and I must say, beautiful blog! May your blog grow and prosper... Good luck!

- Edward J

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Anonymous said...

This is a great blog. I'm adding it to my favorites list so I can do a daily check.

Congratulations on a much deserved success.

Kathy said...

Congratulations Lee (That was my mom's name, too)! I am fairly new to blogging - only been at it a short while, but I've been learning a lot, and I love the layout of your blog! If you have any tips for folks like me who don't know a lot about the layout strategies, I'd love to hear! My blog here is linked to my name (I think!) :) I am WAY into personal development too - so, I think the more I can learn about presentation like you have, the better. Thanks so much for a really nice blog. Kath

Rachel Watson-Lyon said...

Hey, i was wondering if you could give me some advice for making my blog a little bit more interesting? I'm new at the whole thing and i don't know where to start!!

Carolyn R. Parsons said...

Congratulations on this honour. You have done beautiful work both in the appearance and the content of this blog. Keep up the good work.

Anonymous said...

Wow! Congratulations. Its such an inspiration for prayer. You can request a prayer at the Western Wall for 40 days!!

Lee said...

Thanks, reyjr! You've got a pretty neat blog yourself! Nice of you to visit.

Peace!

Lee said...

Thanks, iSheezy! I stopped by your blog and found it insightful and astute. Thank you for visiting mine.

Peace!

Anonymous said...

hi...
my name is elson...
i have read your blog...
i found at that you are into education...
ummm... never mind hehe
ummm..
i want to request if you can visit my blog...
im a newbie here..
i want someone who could read my posts and give comments...
it will be an honor for me....
thanks...
here's my blog..
el-son.blogspot.com
again thanks...

Anonymous said...

I love your blog. Go to mine and you'll see why. Be sure to go to the website attached to it. Wow, do we have a lot in common.

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Anonymous said...

your blog is good i'm happy reading your blog

Anonymous said...

Congrats! You write well:)
You are blogrolled....
will take time out to read some of your other posts soon!

Mine is Awesome :) said...

hey Lee :) i love spending my time reading ur blog

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Vina Puspita said...

Hi, I'm Vina
I like your blog! :D
Congratulation! :), keep the good work!

MixMax said...

Congratulations and keep up the good work!

Jenalyn said...

Congratulations! You're very popular now. I hope someday I will be nominated too. :)

Iceholic said...

congratulations!!

u deserve it!