I was just nominated for something called the Mystery Blogger Award. It should be noted that I have no idea what this is, and you, my reader, are finding out with me as I write this.,
The rules are stolen directly from the creator’s post, Okoto Enigma:
WHAT IS MYSTERY BLOGGER AWARD?
“Mystery Blogger Award” is an award for amazing bloggers with ingenious posts. Their blog not only captivates; it inspires and motivates. They are one of the best out there, and they deserve every recognition they get. This award is also for bloggers who find fun and inspiration in blogging; and they do it with so much love and passion.
– Okoto Enigma
RULES
- Put the award logo/image on your blog
- List the rules.
- Thank whoever nominated you and provide a link to their blog.
- Mention the creator of the award and provide a link as well
- Tell your readers 3 things about yourself
- You have to nominate 10 – 20 people
- Notify your nominees by commenting on their blog
- Ask your nominees any 5 questions of your choice; with one weird or funny question (specify)
- Share a link to your best post(s)
1 and 2 are done, so I must now thank the lovely Chapel Orahamm of the Kavordian Library. She writes books about fantasy, sci-fi, romance, and the LGBTQ+ community. Check her out on Twitter at @ThorntonGibsonK.
Now, I have mentioned the creator and provided a link above, so I must tell you three things about myself. Interesting facts are not my forte, but I will try.
For one, I have been writing for nearly as long as I can remember, and I write everything-I have no genre. I do have a soft spot for poetry, however, as that is likely my first love.
Another thing about me is that I am very person-oriented. I love my family, which exists of Hubs and my 4 step kids, as well as my mother and father and sister Bernadette. I love my friends as though they are my family, fiercely and loyally. I love strangers, even, until they give me a reason not to, that is.
Hmmm…a third thing. I once convinced a cop I was a paranormal psychologist to get out of a trespassing ticket. Good times.
Now lets see…nominate 10-20 people! Well, I suppose I can try. I’ll be honest, I don’t read blogs that don’t interest me, so there’s not a lot that I love, but those I do shall certainly receive the recognition. Let’s go with those on my blogroll that haven’t been nominated yet, and a couple I like to keep up with:
Elad Haber- Music is Salve for the Soul
Kyrstle Nicole- Journey to Peace Within
Amy F- Raising Someone Else’s Children and other Animals
Adam Shoop- Personal Development, Teaching, and Inspiration
Sahar- Relentless Whimsy
DirtySciFiBuddah- Musings and Books from a Grunty Overthinker
Lana- Bibliomedico
Hmm…that’s only 9. Can I do 9? I’m gonna do 9.
Ask your nominees any five questions, and answer the questions presented to you by the person who nominated you. Well, first of all:
- When did you discover a love of writing?
- How long did it take you to find a niche in blogging?
- Where are you from and what is one interesting fact about that place?
- What is your definition of success?
- If you could cast anyone as the lead in the movie of your life, who would it be?
Now, the answers to my five questions:
What major event made you realize you wanted to share what you do on your blog? I’ve been blogging since 2001, and the event that made me start was beginning college. I wanted to keep a log of my time there, and I’m sure glad I did because I don’t remember a thing. Also, it started my love of blogging, which has been going strong now for over 15 years.
What is your top piece of advice for your 15-year-old self and for yourself 25 years from today? 15-year-old needs to go to therapy STAT. And put down that cigarette, damn. 61-year-old me better have copy of our published novel on her shelf.
What is your YouTube guilty pleasure to watch? Irish People Try on the try channel. And Zack Morris is Trash on funny or die.
What is the most pressing issue in our world today and what do you do daily to contribute to fixing it? Climate change is our biggest global issue and I do my part as much as I can, but what I really like to do is yell at others to get their heads out of the sand and realize what an issue this is.
Give me your favorite symbolism from a book or anime you’ve read/watched and why it has impacted you. Pennywise the clown. Terrified me as a child, not so much as an adult. Which perfectly blends into the symbolism of him being a terror to children. I love that he is less powerful to a rational adult than he is to a fear-stoked kid. Shows the difference between the innocent and the damaged.
Hmm…share links to your best posts. Well I guess we’re gonna have to dive into WordPress analytics for that one.
Poetry Month! The Ghosts in the Machine and Personal Triumphs
That’s it! Thanks again to Chapel for the nomination, this was fun! Good luck to everyone!
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