One Lovely Blog Award

I feel so honored to have received another blog award.  One Lovely Blog awarded from Melissa at Mel Dreams Often. Thank you so much, Melissa!

Again, I need to list 7 things about myself.  (This really is the most difficult part for me!)  I don't think there are seven more things to list, but I'll give it a try...

1. My favorite season is Autumn.
2. I'm a terrible photographer, which makes it difficult to run a successful blog.
3. We have three dogs, two Shih Tzus and a Shih Tzu mix. The mix is a new puppy we recently adopted.
4. I'm fascinated with Regency England. I read as much as I can about the time period.
5. I love true crime stories, whether to read about them or watch them on the screen.  Kind of gory I know, but I love 'em.
6. I have always loved painting, crafting, crocheting, embroidering, etc. My obsession began from the time I was old enough to hold a crayon. 
7. I'm my own worst critic.  

Phew...I did it!

The five blogs I have chosen to award are (in no particular order):

The Crafters Apprentice

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Blogger Stylish Award

A huge thank you to Stephanie at Henry Happened for giving me a Stylish Blogger Award! You can't imagine my surprise when I read I had received this.  Thanks again Stephanie!  It is very much appreciated.

To accept this award the recipients are asked to do a few things.

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

2. Share 7 things about yourself

3. Award 10-15 blogs you feel deserve the award

4. Contact these bloggers and let them know about the award.

First off, I not sure I can really think of seven things about myself but I'll try.

1. I have two beautiful little granddaughters whom I LOVE very much.
2. I'm a member of the Romance Writers of America.  I love reading and writing--especially romance novels.
3. Several years ago, I wanted to open my own gourmet dog treat bakery. I was going to name it the The Barkery.
4. I'm a shopaholic.  Phew! There I said it.  I go shopping almost every day during my lunch hour.  Retail therapy is a great way to undo the stresses of the day.  I'm not sure my husband appreciates it much, but hey, you have to do whatever works...
5. I'm addicted to my DVR.   I think it's the best thing to come along since sliced bread.  Now I never miss an episode of The Real Housewives or The Bachelor. You gotta love that!
6. I'm of Irish descent.
7. I have the most AMAZING daughter ever. 

I would like to pass this award on to 10 stylish blogs that I've recently discovered:

The Girlz Korner
Imagination Cafe Blog
Healthy Housewife Files
Waiting in My Wings

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