Inspiring Others Through Blogging

I am honored to have received a shout out from Leigh Covington for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. Thank you so much, Leigh. I can't tell you how much this means to me. I am so humbled to know that I am inspiring others on my writing journey. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

I have just recently met Leigh and was instantly drawn into her amazing blog. She is very inspirational. Make sure you head on over and check her out. You will like her!

As part of accepting this award, I must share seven things about myself and then pass the award on to another wonderful, inspiring blogger.

Amanda Fanger gave me a shout out back in December, (read that post here) and instead of boring everyone with the same information, I will tell you 7 new things about myself. Here goes...

1. I love the outdoors. I like to go hiking, canoeing, camping and rafting. In fact, right after college, I was a raft guide on the Salmon River in Idaho for a couple of summers.

2. Not only did I teach high school, but I was a recreation instructor and taught people of all ages with special needs how to swim.

3. I love sunshine. Which is why I love Colorado. It is almost always sunny here.

4.  I love being by the pool. I love the melodic sound of swimmers doing laps.

5. I hate to travel. And you would never find me on a cruise. It sounds like the most miserable thing ever.

6. I am energetic and happy most of the time.

7. I try not to let what other negative people say, feel, think, or do get to me. It isn't easy...but I try.

Finally, I'd like to extend this award to Daniel Alexander. I just recently met Daniel through the blogger, google plus, twitter communities and am very inspired by him and his story.


Thank you again to Leigh Covington for this wonderful award and shout out!

The Very Inspiring Blogger Award

 

The amazing and talented Amanda Fanger  nominated me for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. I am very honored and humbled by this award. Thank you, Amanda for all the support and kind words.

If you are not already following Amanda, make sure you head over to her inspiring blog. I am so glad I've gotten to know her on this blogging and writing journey.

I can't tell you how much this award means to me. Too often I feel like I'm going nowhere...not sure if anyone reads what I write, not sure who would really care about what I have to say, so receiving this shout out means the world to me.

As part of accepting this award, I must share seven things about myself, so here goes...

1. I love pinwheels, bright colors, and daisies.

2. I love line dancing and go to class a few times a week for exercise.

3. I get caught up in Hallmark and Lifetime movies, especially all of the holiday movies this time of year. I also love shows like Criminal Minds.

4. I am gluten free...but sadly, I hate to cook- so someday I am going to write about how I cook gluten free the quick and easy way.

5. I am not shy, and love long talks with friends.

6. I believe in talking about the tough issues--even when no one else will--because it's important raise awareness, advocate for others, and let individuals know they are not alone.

7. I am inspired by those around me...my husband, my parents, my boys, my friends. I am inspired by the ladies from line dancing. I am inspired by music and songwriters. I am inspired by other writers and bloggers. And I am inspired by others who speak out, stand up and spread awareness on tough issues.

Thank you all for being there for me, inspiring me, and encouraging me to keep moving forward.


There are a couple of wonderful writers I want to extend this award to...

Kendra Merritt. Kendra is one of my writing buddies. She is an extremely gifted writer and her blog is very inspirational. Make sure you check her out. It is worth sitting down and spending time reading her back posts.

Susan Oloier. Susan is my writing partner over at Moxie Writers. Susan is one of the most talented and inspirational people I know. I am so blessed to have met her. And very honored that she wanted to team up with me to write. She is currently on a break from blogging, but her blog was amazing and I will miss reading it everyday. If you get a chance, check out her website and her books. I love them all.

Michael Di Gesu. I have just recently met Michael and started following his blog. He is very inspirational, encouraging, and supporting.


Who are some great bloggers and writers that inspire you? Please share a link in the comments section. I'd love to hear from you!

Speak Out Against...Book Tour Begins

1 in 3 teens are victims of dating abuse.
1 in 4 kids are bullied.

Today marks the start of our Speak Out Against...Book Tour.

Stand with us and Speak Out Against...
Teen dating violence and
Bullying

 

I'm excited to be traveling around the blogosphere with Susan Oloier, chatting about our new releases, Outcast (YA contemporary fiction on bullying) and Break From You (YA contemporary fiction on dating abuse.)  Hop on the tour and join us in speaking out against the devastating issues of teen violence.

Today, we are over at Amanda Fanger's site, talking about ways to speak out against bullying and dating abuse. Please head on over and join us.

And make sure you check out Amanda's blog while you're there. She's an amazing and talented writer. 

Thank you, Amanda for hosting us.

To celebrate the release of our books, Outcast, and  Break From You, we are holding a giveaway. 

For the giveaway, updates, and a complete schedule of the tour, go to www.moxiewriters.blogspot.com