Thank You Kimberley...

Kimberley at the Seventh Diamond has so graciously given me this award. I am touched and honored by her thinking of me and for her oh, so kind words.... what a treasure and a blessing you are Kimberley..... Thank you friend. Here is what she said about me.... "blush" but I admit it means a lot to me and makes me feel good!

Daleea at 'Jewels of My Heart' has a very creative soul and uses her talents to help others. I love her blog 'One Child at A Time' that she developed and is using to raise money for 'The Starfish Foster Home'. She is sewing daily to provide items for the auction. She is just truly a source of inspiration to me and blesses me with her friendship and keeps me grounded in the Lord with her comfort and advice.

This is what the award is...

The Arte y Pico Award was created to be given to bloggers who inspire others with their creative energy and talent whether it’s writing or artwork in all types of media (including sewing). When you receive this award it is considered a “special honor”. Once you have received this award, you are to pass it on to at least 5 others. This award was created by the site Arte Y Pico.

She chose some of my favorite friends who inspire me.... I am humbled to be in such company. (Before I list those who I want to give this award to I wanted to mention the picture of the award. Some may notice that my picture is slightly different than the original award. Please know I do not mean any disrespect or offence by this. I removed her wings to make her a woman. I used to love all the pics of the sweet little cherub angels and had them in my home. Well, after studying the Bible and reading information on angels I now understand that angels are not female. They are male. They are not cute little baby like creatures with chubby cheeks. they are awesome creatures of God who are His messengers, who are His soldiers. So, I changed my award pic because I couldn't in good contience post a pic that wasn't Biblically correct. Please forgive me if I have offended or hurt anyone envolved in the creation or giving of this award. That is not my intention. But I must stand on my convictions that I know to be true.)

Having said that....... I would like to give this award to.....

1. Connie from Mommy24treasures

What can I say about my friend Connie.... she inspires me daily with her zest for life... She loves her family and just is such a wonderful, fun Mom who enjoys and cherishes each moment with her little Treasures. Her photographs, her scrapbook layouts are an inspriation to all. Her heart is pure and loving.... You just make the world a better place...

2. Steffie from Never Too Many

One creative, wonderful gal! Her photographs of her babies are beautiful! Her blog design changes like I change my undies... lol Her words read like a witty Dr. Seuss story.... but she is usually sharing about her "Things". And she has designed and decorated a wonderland for her little ones to play outside in... they have their little playhouse that is bright, cheerful and oh, so fun.... and their Pagoda swing set, treehouse..... and how can you not love all of the splashes of the orient painting their yard...... how can you not love our Steffie!

3. April from the Road to SiJi

She is my Old Same.... she inspires me daily with her heart.... she truly has one of the purest hearts of anyone I have been blessed to know. Her taggies she makes are darling. She decorates beautifully. But most importantly her love for Jesus that shines in her words and her actions.... She is always lifting me up! She is a mighty prayer warrior and a cherished friend.... Yes, April..... you inspire me.....
4. Kris from Tell Her This

Her photographs, her words, her willing to share her vulnerability on the journey to healing and her daughter inspire me.... She is truly a lovely woman and mother....

5. Kim from 3 Peanuts

Even though Kim doesn't like to get awards. They embarrass her, but I simply must! She inspires me constantly..... Her love for her family.... her "togetherness" she is the "still waters run deep" You hear about.... she is a lovely lake, still as glass..... calm and soothing to your spirit and soul but oh, how she runs deep..... she inspires many with her beautiful photographs, her decorating, her hostess skills, her activities with her beloved children and husband, her loving family advise, the darling clothes she chooses for Miss Kate, her healthy lifestyle for her family.... I could go on and on..... what can I say about our Kim..... why, she is the Martha Stewart of BloggerVille... and that is a "Good Thing".

I think the world of each of you and love you all.....