Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Rambling...

Okay, by the time you read the end of my post, you will know that I've truly missed blogging! LOL!

Instead of posting several different posts, I thought I'd combine several different subjects into one. Still with me?

First I want to share something that a very special blogging friend, Michele, sent to me the other day. When I took them out of the envelope, I wished you could have seen the smile on my face. It pleased my heart in such a way that she took time out to send some of her homemade cards to me. THANK YOU, Michele. I LOVE them! You're a real blessing girl!




Didn't Michele do an awesome job in making these?


Alrighty...
Next I have no idea how I received this, but I got an email and a few comments congratulating me on being one of the Internet Cafe’s Top 100 Christian Women’s Blogs of 2008!! The catagory that I was listed under was the All New Flavor Blog which was described as ~ "This blog is less than a year old but already shows such a tremendous capacity to bless. You just can't wait to see where she'll go from here!" Whoa! I am still asking today how did I receive this and who nominated me?? Hmmmm...Anyhow, what a blessing to know that the Lord is using my blog and thankfully alllllllllllllll my rambling to bless others! Thank you to those who nominated me.

Still with me?

Okay, the last thing I want to share is my new hairdo. I wanted some curls/waves of some sort. I was so tired of just the straight look. Soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo, look what I did. I like it just okay. It's different and that's what I wanted, but maybe a little too different for this ole', predictable gal. LOL!


Glad I was able to get some things cleared away here. Thanks for listening/reading. It wasn't that long, huh?

49 comments:

Denise said...

Such a sweet gift from Michele, very beautiful cards. You deserved being in the top 100 blogs my friend. I love your hair, you are beautiful.

More Than Words said...

Hi Daphine!

Those are very sweet cards!!

And congrats on the award too!! I know...isn't it a blessing to know that someone took the time to nominate you? Well..you deserve it!!

Lastly..I love the new "do!" It's nice to change it up once in awhile!! Lookin' good! And I love your necklace!

Heather said...

wow, those cards are great! very cute! what a nice surprise. I love the new hair! I think you'll come to love it to once the shock wears off! Congrats on your award. I totally agree with whomever sent it to you!

Alicia The Snowflake said...

No, it wasn't that long!

I was excited to see you in the top 100. You are a great blogger my friend. You definitely deserve it!

Love the new hair do! I think it looks great! Sometimes a girl just needs a change :o)

Shell in your Pocket said...

Those note cards are so very cute!
Your hair looks nice and I love your outfit and necklace:)!
-sandy toe

CMB said...

Congratulations on the award...what an honor! Your hair looks great and those note cards are too cute.

Lorrie said...

Daphine those cards are lovely, I know you'll enjoy using them. I really like your new "do." I think it looks terrific.

Great news about your blog-I'm not surprised, you're always a blessing to me girl!

He & Me + 3 said...

It wasn't long at all. I love the new hair do. Super cute. Those cards were beautiful too. Michele is talented.
Congrats on being in the top 100 blogs...that is awesome.
You deserve it. I love your blog.
(hugs)
Mimi

Speaking from the Heart said...

congratulations on the award. Your new look awesome.

Stacey said...

First, your hair is adorable! Fits your pretty face perfectly.

The cards and the award are perfect for you too. Your blog is very uplifting and real. I never knew about those blog awards but I would say that you definitely deserve it. You see God at work without fail and we need people to remind us the way you do.

Melissa Miller said...

Daphine that is wonderful to be listed!
Congrats you deserve it! You're blog is one of my favorites for sure.
Love your new hairstyle. You look very chic!

Thanks for all the sweet comments on our home. You always brighten my day with your kindness.
~Melissa :)

April said...

Daphine~
What pretty cards you received from Michele! How nice of her to do that for you! She is very talented, I might add!

I am so very proud of you, girl! Wow...that is wonderful and quite an honor! You deserve that more than anyone I know! Your blog exemplifies Christ and how He's working in your life! Now...can I have your autograph? LOL! CONGRATULATIONS!

Your new hairstyle looks so nice, Daphine! I wouldn't change a thing! Your look smashing! :)
Love ya, girl! Have a wonderful evening!♥

Debra Kaye said...

Oh Daphine.. ..I love your hair! It is just beautiful! And the gift was so nice..the cards are lovely. Congrats on the top 100, my friend...you sound like me...are you sure? how did this happen? lol However, in your case....I definitely understand it! Blessings to you this evening...I'm a lovin ya!

The Quintessential Magpie said...

Ooooh, love the new 'do' as it is SO goodlooking. I think it looks GREAT. And I am sooooooo proud of you, Daphine, about your nomination to the top Christian sites! Way to go! :-)

And I love what you got from your bloggy friend. Neat cards!

Yep, I think that's a pretty neat post! :-)

XO,

Sheila

Unknown said...

Great cards! Congrats!

Beth E. said...

Michelle does a great job designing cards! How thoughtful of her to send them to you. :o)

Congratulations on your blog award. You definitely deserve it.

I really like your hair! I've had the same hairstyle for several years...never can get up enough nerve to make a change! You did, and it turned out great!

Glad to see you back...I've missed you!

Blessings...
Beth E.

Anonymous said...

Those cards are so pretty!

I love your hair like that. I also really like that shirt you have on... :o)

Congrats on the award. I really enjoy reading your blog. It's such an inspiration to me.

Unknown said...

Thanks for visiting my blog, fellow Texan. We got to stick together! Your family is beautiful. I really like your site! I will be back. BTW, I like your hair. It is feminine and fantastic!

Laura said...

Your new hair do looks great! I think it's really pretty =)

Those cards really are cute! Dont'cha just love the blogging community!? :)

Everyday Mom Designs said...

Congrats and I love the hair!

Anonymous said...

Look at you, hot mama!! -Love the new do!

Congrats to you!! :)

Kristin said...

How cool is that, for you to win the award! You definitely deserve it! You were one of the first people to leave me a comment when I started my blog and it made me feel so welcomed. You've been a wonderful bloggy friend to me!

I love your hair...it's beautiful!

Edie said...

No it wasn't that long at all. The cards are so cute.

Hey I missed you in that list. Congratulations girl!!

I like the new do. :) We all need a little change sometimes. You are so cute, you would look good with any hair style.

Lindsay-ann said...

Hi Daphine
First congratulations on being one of the top blogs. What an honour which you truly deserve.
I love the cards Michele made. Isn't it wonderful to receive something unexpected in the mail?
Finally, I love your new wavy hair. You are so pretty you would look lovely with any style. Can I ask how you did the waves? Jessica always wants curly hair and we can never get it qute right!
Lindsay

The Quintessential Magpie said...

Daphine, I checked back in, and my second impression is my first. I still love the hairdo this morning. I'd say it's a keeper. You just look so adorable in it!

XO,

Sheila :-)

really.truly said...

Great cards!
Congrats on the award--and such a sweet award too!
I think your hair looks great. Change can be fun!!!

Unknown said...

I love your new hair! Those cards are beautiful! Congratulations on your nomination. Your blog is great. The minute I came I fell in love : ). Hope you have a lovely day!

MamaHen said...

Love the hair! And the cards. And wow, what a great nomination!

Anonymous said...

I'm glad your back! I LOVE the hair. Good choice! :)

Jessica and Matt said...

Ok. First of all, it was random, but not long. And I like random anyway. :) Congrats on your award! And... I reqll like your hair!! It looks great!!

Jennifer said...

Cute cards! And, very sweet that you were able to get a sampling of them. Excellent, that someone thought of you and your blog to nominate you for a thoughtful & fun award. It's funny how this blogging works....I'll get comments from people that tell me " I dropped in from so n so's blog"..pretty neat! Love the new hair do---love the curls!

michele said...

Oh, I am tickled that you posted the cards!! Thank you! I love making them and I am so glad they put a smile on your face!! Your new "do" is very cute!! And congrats on the award, you SOOO deserve it! Have a wonderful day friend!!

Jill said...

Congratulations on your award, Daphine. I love your new hair! Looks great.

Those cards are beautiful. They look like something from Hallmark.

Hope things will start getting back to normal for you.

4 Lettre Words said...

Daphine, you are such a doll! Love your hair!!

And, congrats on the award and sweet gift. You deserve both!

Melissa said...

you look amazing with the waves/curls!

wow! congrats on being awarded in the top 100 blogs! that's amazing!

Nicolle said...

How nice to get those cards in the mail. They are really cute! Congrats on the top blog also. That is awesome. I love your hair. You are so cute and look sooo young!

Linda said...

You've had alot of stuff going on lately. Congrats on it all!

I love your new look!

Ginger said...

First...love the new look! Beautiful. I've been out of the loop the last couple of days, but I can see why your blog was recognized....most inspiring and uplifting. It is great! I'm sharing an award with you that was shared with me by my friend Betsy...check out my blog today!

Have a wonderful evening!
Ginger :)

Lee said...

I really love your new hair! It opens up your face and really shows off how beautiful you are!

Susan said...

Hey Daphine,

Don't know if I congratulated you on your blog award, if not I'm just so happy for you!

I know I have sure have
enjoyed coming here!

Now, I love your new hair do! I'm ready for change too.

I have curly hair and I straiten it. I think you look softer with the curls. I may let mine go a little more natural.

Hope you are having a great week my friend♥

Christian - Modobject@Home said...

Daphine, your new "do" is gorgeous!!!! You look so glamorous, but you're even more beautiful on the inside.

Congratulations on the recognition, you deserve it for sure!

Brenda Heisler said...

Daphine, You are a pretty lady no matter what hairstyle you have.

Those were really nice cards. She's sweet to do that.

Congrats on the award. You deserve it! Your blog is always a pleasure to read. We are blessed to know you.

Darlene said...

Hi Daphine,

You are so beautiful...love your hair like that!! That was so sweet of Michele to send you those cards.

Congratulations on your award....how exciting!

Toia said...

You got it going on, girl!! Congratulations on the award. And the cards....are gorgeous. It's a blessing to have a fun who cares enough to send the very best. Blessings to you and your family!!

Jenn said...

And to think you hesitated to ever start a blog!!! :) Congratulations on such a special recognition. You go girl!!

Michele said...

It's good to see you again blogging away! Love the cards and the way she spells her name, she must be very intelligent! :) You're hair is gorgeous, not just ok. I love it like that! Also congrats on your award that is a blessing and you deserve it!

Jennifer said...

Your hair looks adorable...honestly, friend, with your BEAUTIFUL smile, truly you can wear your hair any way you want!!

Congrats on your award - you deserve it!!

Angela said...

I love the new hair! :)

Katie said...

You are so pretty, I want your hair routine so I can share it with lauren someday. I just bought unrefined coconut oil and I really like it for her skin and hair. You get it at organic stores it is nice. What kind of shampoo do you use? I'm looking for one for her that is nice. Looks like you have had a lot on your plate, sorry about grandpa. I hate that we die but when you get to be old like that sometimes your ready. It is hard on the family though, but heaven will rejoice.