For almost a year, I’ve been searching for new ways to express gratitude. I’ve learned a lot but most importantly, I’ve learned that a simply saying thank you is enough.

Thank you to my blog world friend Whitney of A Serendipitous Happenstance for nominating me for the Inspiring Blog Award. Congratulations to you for receiving this award as you well deserve it. Your blog is an inspiration to me as I work on my writing journey. I am glad that it’s reciprocal.

Accepting the award calls for:

1. Listing 7 things about myself
2. Nominating 7 blogs/bloggers who inspire me

7 Things:

1. I have a pile of unfinished projects and crafts next to my bed. I commit to completing one of them by the end of the year in addition to everything else I am trying to do.
2. I am still uncomfortable in my own skin but I’m working on it.
3. When I travel, I always over pack but I never know what I’ll need. I only use a quarter of the stuff.
4. This summer I dedicated time to gaining wisdom so I am studying the book of Proverbs.
5. I am starting an electronic/gadget diet i.e. less time plugged in. Moderation. Maybe I can accomplish more if I unplug for a bit.
6. My goals are often lofty and my follow through lacking. But it doesn’t stop me from trying to have it all.
7. My favorite pens are BIC Cristal Bold and now they come in colors other than blue and black which makes me happier than it should.

My nominees … (I must confess that I haven’t had time to explore a lot of blogs and the ones I read regularly are just coming off of nominations. I truly love them but I don’t want to overwhelm people either so if my list is short, I hope you’ll be forgiving.)

• Zen Scribbles
• A Daily Thought 
• enJOYin’ Life 
• Jennette Gray 

Congratulations to all bloggers who inspire others with their words.