Thursday, September 1, 2011

Labor Day Fun with Labors of Love


A very happy Labor Day to everyone! What an honor to receive the Liebster Blog Award from three fabulous gals, Marji Laine at Marji Laine, Writer, Susan Tuttle at Steps, and Brandi Boddie at Penning Praises. Be sure to stop by their inspiring blogs and introduce yourself. I know you’ll be blessed!

I must say I was humbled and thrilled to be presented with this award. Since I learned some German in high school, I vaguely remembered the term having something to do with love. After a quick search of the internet, I found the official definition for ‘liebster’ – German term for friend or love. Bingo!

The Liebster Award is presented to bloggers with fewer than 200 followers. And I think Marji put it best, “It is an opportunity to shine the light on great blogs and their authors in an effort to build readership.”

Just a few rules:

1. Thank the person who gave you the award and link back to them.

2. Give the Liebster Award to five bloggers and let them know by leaving a comment on their blog.

3. Copy and paste the award on your blog.

4. Have faith your followers will spread the love to other bloggers.

5. And best of all – enjoy!

I couldn't be more pleased to give this award to 5 writers whose blogs are clearly ‘labors of love’ (listed alphabetically by first name):

*AmeliaVision for a Godly Home – Amelia is a godly lady who is proud to be a wife and mother. Not something we’re used to hearing in our culture these days. Drop by and discover how to make your home a haven!

*Julie JarnaginJulie Jarnagin - Julie writes inspirational fiction and her goal is to share stories that inspire readers through reflecting God’s love. She's a published author starting a new phase of her career. Stop by and get to know her!

*Lauren F. BoydLauren’s Path to Publication – Lauren takes us on her journey as a writer, sharing what she’s learned along the way. Lots of wisdom here and I love the fact that Lauren’s published work addresses several different audiences, children and adults alike. Be sure to say hello!

*Marja MeijersFresh Insights on Ancient Truths – Marja shares her insights on different portions of God’s Word. Always food for thought from the Bible here. Pull up a chair and be ready for a good ‘meal,’ and while you’re there, congratulate Marja on earning the Reader’s Favorite Award for her book Grace of Giving!

*Tammi Yates A Vessel in the Potter’s Hands – Tammi shares lessons she’s learning from the Heavenly Potter, as He molds her into the vessel He wants her to be. Inspiring, thought-provoking posts. You’ll be glad you stopped by!

Happy reading! And a hearty congratulations to each of you ladies – I love your blogs!

Whose blog posts inspire you? Leave me a comment!

9 comments:

  1. Good morning, Maria!

    Thank you so much for selecting me for the Liebster Blog Award! What a wonderful surprise to greet me this morning! Of all the terrific blogs out there, I am flattered and humbled that you chose mine to receive this award! I can't wait to display the award on my blog with thanks to you!

    Thank you again, Maria, and keep up the good work on your blog!

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  2. Having been gone all week, I'm just stopping by now. Today is our last lazy day before school starts. I've got my cup of coffee and a few new blogs to check out:)

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  3. You deserve this award! Your blog is such an inspiration (and sometimes a kick in the pants!) to me!

    Blessings <><

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  4. Congratulations again, Maria! Have a blessed Labor Day!

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  5. Oh my... maria, thank you so very much. It's way past my bedtime here, so I'll come back tomorrow to read the blogs and re-post.
    You're a sweet heart, thanks.

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  6. Oh my goodness! You have blessed my heart! Thank you so very much. : )

    I'll be sure to link to your blog this week, my mother is here visiting today but I'll be back! : )

    You are a dear, thank you again, you have made my week and more. Your encouragement is so very timely.

    God bless you abundantly! It's so great meeting you here in blogland the Lord truly is here in the blogosphere isn't He? : ) ~Amelia

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  7. HI MARIA,
    YOU HAVE A REAL WONDERFUL BLOG, SWEET MARIA.
    I ENJOY READING YOUR POSTS.
    I VISIT YOU THIS DAY TO WISH YOU AND ALL YOUR BELOVED ONES, "HAPPY LABOR DAY!!"
    I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY.
    GOD IS WATCHING OVER YOU, MARIA DEAR.
    THANK YOU FOR VISITING MY BLOG!!
    BLESSINGS,
    POET STARRY DAWN.

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  8. Thank you, Maria! This was so nice of you :) I really enjoy your blog, and now I have a list of new blogs to check out.

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  9. Hey Maria! Just now getting to come over here since it's the first week of school for the kids and I myself have been adjusting to my physics class this semester. :)
    Thanks so much for sharing this award with me! What a complete surprise and honor! :) God bless you too for your ministry in sharing the lessons in life that God teaches you! :)
    Hope you all had a nice summer.
    Big hugs,
    tammi :)

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