On a lighter note....

It's been a beautiful day in central Kentucky. Blue skies, and the air is cool and clear. I love Fall!! Today I'm praising God for His Grace and guidance, His provision and love.

My bedridden Mom, who is slipping away with dementia is "with us" today, and it's been such a joy and sweet blessing to giggle and tease with her like we have always done. The blank stare and wordless hours could be back tomorrow, but I have learned to relish each glimmer of the Mom I used to have. Each moment with her like this is a precious gift.

I received another gift of a different sort last week. A wonderful lady that I encountered on line presented this award to me. She and I "met" when we were both featured Etsy artists on a blog by DZfantasy. My friend is Nina, and she and I are both Christians and not ashamed to say so. We have both been diagnosed with neuro-muscular diseases that limit us, but doesn't defeat us because we trust the Lord.

Nina's artistic ability is something that she only discovered after she became ill, and it is a true testament to the gracious provision of God. Nina has painted the most captivatingly beautiful watercolor pictures that I have seen. Please check out Nina's blog:http://www.ninaswindow.blogspot.com/ There you'll find links to her stores on Etsy. Take some time to OOOooooo and Ahhhh!

Now about the award. It's called the "Uber Amazing Blog" award, and here is the description: Uber (synonym to Super) Amazing Blog Award is a blog award given to sites who:~ inspires you~ makes you smile and laugh~ or maybe gives amazing information~ a great read~ has an amazing design~ and any other reasons you can think of that makes them uber amazing!The rules of this award are:* Put the logo on your blog or post.* Nominate at least 5 blogs (can be more) that for you are Uber Amazing!* Let them know that they have received this Uber Amazing award by commenting on their blog.* Share the love and link to this post and to the person you received your award from.

So without further adoo, I display my "Uber Amazing Blog" award...tah dah!!Thanks to sweet and lovely Nina for nominating me to receive it!!
Outside of Nina's personal "Uber Blog", here are my personal pics for this award....

http://dzfantasy.blogspot.com/ is where Nina and I wereboth featured on the same day. Donna's blog is truly amazing! It's colorful and cheery and full of loads of good information. She has monthy give aways and you can see her gorgeous soft sculpted fantasy figures, that she sells on Etsy!
The next blog is: http://www.mamaslittleditty.blogspot.com/ written by my friend Melody, who I "met" on the Christian Artist's forum on Etsy. Melody stitches the prettiest blankies for little ones of all ages. Check out her 'little ditty' and follow the links to her store too.
Jane Grafton is a very special person. Her devotion to God, family and young people is evident in her blog. Jane also makes stylish necklaces, bracelets and earrings out of high quality beads and findings. Check out:http://janegraftondesigns.blogspot.com/ to read all about her work mentoring young women.

Another gal I met on the Christian Artists Forum is Gina, and she authors: http://ginabees.blogspot.com/ She always features other artists and she has a very generous spirit. She also monitors a thread she started on Etsy forums where CAST members can share their blogs. Visit Gina's blog and follow the links to her Etsy shop. The precious angel earrings are one of her creations.

Last, but not least is lovely Lily, author of: http://everydaylily.blogspot.com/ Lily has many talents. Lily is a captivating writer, and has an Uber blog. She is a pastors wife, and a mom, who makes sublime beaded necklaces and bracelets and earrings. Isn't this design stunning?

So there you have them, my Uber Blog favorites! And if you have time, please check out my two posts below...I think they're Uber important!!