📖 🍰 📖 Read, Bake, Read 📖 🍰 📖 🍰 “Blogger Recognition Award!” 🍰

It’s no secret people hang out in coffee shops and book stores for the atmosphere and aromas. After all, it’s becoming a favorite pastime as well as a way to connect with others. If you enjoy reading books, and totally love baked goodies, here is a way to enjoy both activities. Go visit Charley at her amazingly interesting blog where the title says it all. http://booksandbakes1.wordpress.comI truly appreciate being nominated and find it a privilege to share my story and carry on.
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Here are tithe rules for the Blogger Recognition Award:

~ Post an image of the award.

~ Thank the person who nominated you and provide a link to them.

~ Briefly explain how your blog got started.

~ Give a piece of advice to fellow bloggers.

~ Nominate fifteen (15) more bloggers to receive the award, and notify them.
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My Story:

I have always enjoyed the written word, from personal notes to scribbling in diaries and travel journals. There’s something about taking the ordinary moments in life and recording them for extraordinary flashbacks later on. The more descriptive, the better. I took a leap of faith in starting my blog, Snapshotsincursive, as a way to express myself while dealing with the loss of my father. At first it began when I started to notice that people are looking for a kind and gentle spirit in others, especially when you pay attention. Complete strangers, on impulse, started to share their stories with no more than a smile of encouragement, a listening ear, and a few moments of my time. As I took snapshots, the stories and photos came together. Because I love to cook and eat, food became another way for me combine the best of both worlds. What better way to share recipes than “Eating My Way Through the Alphabet”.
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My Advice:

Keep it Simple. Everyone is busy and has a desire to stay connected with other fellow bloggers. By being courteous with your time and posts, the likelihood of maintaining lasting friendships increase. There is no need to continually post several times a day, in my opinion. If you are looking to increasing your numbers, it could have an adverse effect. Once again, Keep it Simple.
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Here are my fifteen (15) nominees:

Gail of http://snapshotsincursive.com

🐶🐶 All Dogs Go To Heaven 🐶🐶 “Starlight Blogger Award!”

Everyone has lost a pet, a best friend, sometime in their life. It is heart-breaking and bittersweet. Nupur shares the life and experiences of Mowgli in her blog entitled https://letterstomowgli.wordpress.com

From laughter to tears, Nupur will captivate you in her creative writings. It was an honor to be nominated by her for a symbolic award that reaches to the stars.
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Here are tithe rules for the Starlight Blogger Award:

~ Post an image of the award.

~ Thank the person who nominated you.

~ Answer the three (3) questions listed.

~ Nominate six (6) more bloggers to receive the award, and notify them.

~ List three (3) new questions for the nominees to answer in response.
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I was asked the following questions:

1. What led you to writing? I have kept journals my entire life.

2. How did you overcome the weakest point of your life? Prayer, Faith, and Strength.

3. What is the one thing you’ve always wanted to do, but haven’t done yet? I would love to visit New York City and experience the food and culture there.
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Here are my six (6) nominees:

http://ditchingthedog.wordpress.com
http://lifekidsandaglassofred.com
http://abike4allseasons.com
http://agirlwithpinkcheeks.com
http://modernpilgrimjourney.wordpress.com
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Please answer the following questions.

1. Did you have a favorite pet or best friend who passed away?

2. How do you keep their memory alive?

3. What helped you heal from the loss?
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Reach for the stars and connect with those you’ve lost.

Gail http://snapshotsincursive.com

Journey to Niagara Falls! ⚓️ “The Creative Blogger” Award! ⚓️

⚓️ Ever wish you could fit into someone’s suitcase and travel to see a majestic waterfall? ⚓️ In a few clicks, you can tag along aboard ‘The Maid of the Mist’ where you get incredibly close to Niagara Falls. So close, in fact, you practically need to wear a raincoat to keep from getting soaked in the rush of water cascading from above. Visit Smiling Notes where you get a sneak peek at Shamira’s Travel Diaries. And other interesting locales. Thanks very much for nominating me, by the way. (If I could, I’d mail you a Batch of Luscious Lavender Puff Cookies!). Sit back, relax, and take a trip from your favorite armchair at https://smilingnotes.wordpress.com No reservation needed.
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Here are the Rules:

* Nominate a few bloggers and contact them with the amazing news.

* Link back to the person who nominated you.

* Post five (5) facts about yourself.
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Here is a little information about me:

(1) Whenever I travel, I keep a journal of my experiences.

(2) I, too, have been on ‘The Maid of the Mist”. It’s exhilarating!

(3) Bugs crave my blood type. I recently had every inch of my body covered to pick vegetables from the garden and still managed to get stung on my eyelid!

(4) I’ve begun paying attention to my Bucket List.

(5) The older I get, the younger I feel. How is that possible?
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Now…..the Chosen Few:

http://puttingmyfeetinthedirt.com
http://joannsfoodforthought.wordpress.com
http://foodblogging1point0.wordpress.com

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Anchors Away!

Gail http://snapshotsincursive.com

Big Bang Theory? 🌏🌎🌍 “Premio Dardos Award!”

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The rules are:
Thank the giver and link their blog to your post.

Pass the award on to other bloggers of your choice and let them know that they have been nominated.

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The Premio Dardos {means Prize Darts in Spanish} Award exists to acknowledge the values that every blogger shows in their effort to transmit cultural, ethical, literary, and personal values every day. These stamps were created with the intention of promoting fraternization between bloggers, a way of showing affection and gratitude for work that adds value to the Web.
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My friend, Karan, is so talented. I so appreciate you for nominating me. Karan is brilliant novelist who has not only published a book, but also enjoys comedy. (His book is entitled, “All the Best, Baby”). He calls his blog “Living the Dream” because when you go there, you catch a glimpse of someone who has set personal goals and attained them. He also gives you insights to characters, friends, and reviews with humor. Please visit his blog, http://kssbaby.wordpress.com
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I would like my friends to know that I appreciate their inner voice and desire to stay connected with others. Therefore I submit the following blogs for nomination of the “Premio Dardos Award!”

http://bottledmemos.wordpress.com
http://thefallingthoughts.com
www.psycheservices.net
http://storinghope.wordpress.com

Enjoy the journey of spreading laughter and friendship.

Gail. http://snapshotsincursive.com

DIY? OF COURSE! 🎨 “The Creative Blogger Award!” 🎨

I love the idea that creativity takes so many forms. It is boundless in nature. Some people cook, some paint, some write, some photograph. My friend, Sumana, seems to do it all. She could have invented the meaning of DIY. Her creative nature will capture your heart. The name of her blog says it all. Please drop by and introduce yourself. You’ll be intrigued to stay awhile. http://anartsyappetite.com

It is with thanks and adoration I acknowledge “The Creative Blogger Award”.

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So here are the rules of the Award:
1) Nominate blogs and notify the nominees.

2) Mention the link of the blog/blogger who nominated you.

3) Share five random facts about yourself.
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Five random facts about myself:
1) I truly enjoy creating delicious foods in Gail’s Kitchen. 🍓

2) I am a hopeful romantic and enjoy providing food for others. 🍓

3) I feel as though I am “Living the Dream”. 🍓
4) My husband brings out the best in me. I adore him. 🍓
5) I enjoy traveling to new places where I embrace the history, culture, traditions, and life of those who live there. 🍓
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My nominees are:

http://threehandsoneheart.com
http://go2cakes.com
http://vivalaviv.com
http://diariesofarecoveringdietaddict.wordpress.com

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Congratulations To All These Creative Bloggers!

Gail http://snapshotsincursive.com

Beautiful Inside and Out! 🎭🎭🎭 “Premio Dardos Award!”

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The rules are:
Thank the giver and link their blog to your post.

Pass the award on to other bloggers of your choice and let them know that they have been nominated.

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The Premio Dardos {means Prize Darts in Spanish} Award exists to acknowledge the values that every blogger shows in their effort to transmit cultural, ethical, literary, and personal values every day. These stamps were created with the intention of promoting fraternization between bloggers, a way of showing affection and gratitude for work that adds value to the Web.
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My friend, Prynka, is so talented. I so appreciate you for nominating me. Prynka is nurturing, healthy, fashionable, and beautiful. She calls her blog “My Diary” because when you go there, you catch a glimpse of someone who has Peace and shares Joy. She opens herself up for you to take a peek so you can have the same fruits of the spirit. She tells you her secrets to Happiness, just like you would reveal in a diary. Please visit her blog, https://healthbeautyfashionandcooking.wordpress.com
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I would like others to know that I appreciate their inner voice and desire to stay connected as well. Therefore I submit the following blogs for nomination of the “Premio Dardos Award!”

http://dreimalkunst.wordpress.com
http://thedomesticatedgoddessdotcom.wordpress.com
http://itstartedinoxford.wordpress.com
http://purpleslobinrecovery.wordpress.com
http://offmotorway.wordpress.com
http://betweenbreakfastandlunch.com
http://thesugartin.wordpress.com

Enjoy the journey of spreading joy and happiness.

Gail http://snapshotsincursive.com

What Time is Dinner? 🍴🍴🍴 “Sisterhood of the World” Award

What time is Dinner? I adore food blogs, so when a friend who shares my love of food nominates me for a blogging award…..I just want to celebrate by Eating Ice Cream!! 🍦Thank you, Kat, for nominating me. Her step-by-step photos make everyone feel like a gourmet chef. Check out her blog at http://hunggrytummy.wordpress.com
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The Rules:

Thank the blogger who nominated you, including a link back to their site.

Put the award logo on your blog.

Answer the ten questions the blogger has sent you.

Create ten new questions for your nominee to answer.

Nominate up to ten people of your own and notify them.
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Questions asked of me:

(1) How many children do you see yourself with? 🍓 My husband and I together have five.

(2) What’s your favorite food? 🍓 Popcorn.

(3) What’s the current song stuck in your head? 🍓 Ed Sheeran, “Thinking Out Loud”.

(4) If you were to be stuck in an island… what’s one thing you’d bring?🍓 Sunscreen.

(5) If you were to be stuck in an island… who would you like to get stuck with? 🍓 My husband, Gerald. (He’s also an engineer.)

(6) Hot weather or cold weather? 🍓 Hot weather.

(7) Your make-up must have? 🍓 Blush.

(8) What weird obsession do you have? 🍓 No dirty dishes.

(9) What are you currently reading and how do you feel about it? 🍓 Bible Study, the books of 1, 2, and 3 John. A thought-provoking journey of self discovery.

(10) Your ultimate dream? 🍓 To publish a cookbook.
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Questions for my Nominees:

(1) Do you like to cook?

(2) Would you rather use organic ingredients or packaged ingredients?

(3) Which do you prefer: A candlelight dinner for two OR Dining alone while watching TV?

(4) Would you rather host a dinner party OR be a guest at a dinner party?

(5) Do you snack while preparing a meal?

(6) Would you rather use porcelain dishes or paper plates?

(7) Do you think it’s silly to use cloth napkins every day at home?

(8) Are you of the opinion fresh flowers are a waste of money?

(9) When you eat out, do you usually want a taste of your partner’s food?

(10) what is your favorite dessert?
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My Nominees:

http://lynzrealcooking.com
http://khayceelyncordovilla.wordpress.com
http://sangeetapradhannutritionist.wordpress.com
http://gervannastephens.wordpress.com
http://witlessdatingafterfifty.wordpress.com

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Be Bold, Be Creative, Be Hungry!

Gail. http://snapshotsincursive.com

It’s Music to My Ears! 🎵🎵🎵 “The Creative Blogger Award”

🎵 Because I’m Happy! 🎵 Everyone has those days when the “Repeat” mode button of your mind plays the same song all day long. That’s when it helps to visit my good friend, Waffles, who always has a different tune to fit your mood. And then some. Thanks very much for nominating me, by the way. (If I could, I’d mail you a Dutch Apple Pie!). Check out this musical blog and see for yourself http://wafflemethis.wordpress.com

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Here are the Rules:
* Nominate a few bloggers and contact them with the amazing news.

* Link back to the person who nominated you.

* Post five (5) facts about yourself.

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Here is a little information about me:
(1) I love wearing bracelets. Right now I’m favoring Pandora, but I also expanded to Alex & Ani. Both reflect my personal style and have become signature pieces.

(2) I collect antique French dishes and actually use them!

(3) I could be addicted to crushed red pepper flakes. I add them to a lot of recipes.

(4) I appreciate music, but cannot carry a tune to save my life.

(5) I like to iron dish towels using a French lavender spray.
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Now…..the Chosen Few:

http://fightalone.wordpress.com
http://forbiddenjungleexplore.wordpress.com
http://gardentokitchenwithsuz.wordpress.com
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“Because I’m Happy!”
Gail bhttp://snapshotsincursive.com

Manicure Anyone? 💅🏽💅🏽💅🏽 “Sisterhood of the World” Bloggers Award

What an incredible opportunity it is to belong to a community of women linked together by a common interest in communication and expression! I am proud to be nominated by Naammekyarakhahai, who has the best manicure ever! She makes my French tips look boring. Thanks very much for the nomination. I deeply appreciate your thoughtfulness and grace. And I really enjoy your blog! http://bepositiveyaroon.wordpress.com

“There’s nothing a fresh manicure can’t fix.” ~ Author Unknown.

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RULES:
Thank the giver and link their blog to your post.

Answer the 10 questions given to you. Then post 10 new ones.

Pass the award on to 7 other bloggers of their choice and let them know that they have been nominated.

Include the logo of the award in a post or on your blog.

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I was asked the following questions:
Do you like your hair to be straight or wavy? 🍓 It depends solely on my mood.

Which is the best food that you have cooked till date? 🍓 French Silk Pie.

Which is your favourite restaurant? 🍓 The Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas.

Who is your favourite blogger?why? 🍓 Aunt Beulah. I connect her stories to my childhood.

Tell me about your best friend. 🍓 She has been there through a tough divorce.

Which is you favourite shopping store? 🍓 Williams-Sonoma.

Write 5 random stuffs about you. 🍓 I am an early bird who loves espresso. I tend to be very organized. My energy level is high during the day. I am terribly romantic. And I try to make others feel special and important.

Do you remember any of your dreams? 🍓 All the time.

tell me a joke. 🍓 I cannot remember them once I hear them. (True story.)

last one… tell me about the best day of your life till date..:) 🍓 It was the day I married my husband, Gerald.

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I wish to nominate the following bloggers:

http://eatdrinkseeaus.com
http://pamobieta.wordpress.com
http://kitchenspells.wordpress.com
http://enaamshealthandhappiness.com
http://lifeat28andcounting.wordpress.com
http://dadojodest.com
http://cherylbecker.wordpress.com
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Please respond to these questions:
What is your favorite city?

Would you ever want to live there?

What would you do to make a living in this city?

Would you share that life with someone special? If so, Who?

What is it that intrigues you about this city?

How long would you stay?

What is the first step you would take to make it a reality?

Does it feel like a possibility?

Are you impulsive? Or practical? Or both?

Do you believe in Providence……..or Coincidence?

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Happy Blogging!

Gail. http://snapshotsincursive.com

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