I am having a fabulous day that just got a little bit fabulous-er...y...the good folks over at the Food Stories blog emailed me that I was chosen as an Illuminating blogger and I couldn't be more thrilled.
Here is a link to their blog:
http://foodstoriesblog.com/illuminating-blogger-award/
Out here in Blog Land we're never quite sure about the "who" and "what" of it, but I say anything that's a pay it forward kind of deal that doesn't sacrifice baby seals (or anything remotely like that) in the process is all right by me.
I love random acts of goodness, kindness, and awareness. Part of this nomination is that we share one random thing about ourselves; however, in the life of a humorist that's pretty much the mission statement for this blog, wouldn't you say?
I do have something though: Once upon a time there was a "Brat Pack" couple named Demi Moore and Emilio Estevez (who knew HE would become the lesser known of the Sheen boys?).
In those days -- and we're talking the eighties -- power couples didn't have their names fused together (think Brangelina), but rather they were labeled by the movies/shows they starred in. This dashing duo appeared in the edgy, cult classic, "St. Elmo's Fire."
They were madly in love and wanted to produce/star in movies together which led to Emilio writing the script for a film entitled, "Wisdom." If you're a fan of irony -- and, boy, oh, boy, am I -- this ill-fated non-star-making vehicle was a bomb of a flick with a limited release in the Sheen/Moore basement I do believe. Ergo: Maybe not so much wisdom in producing this one. (I personally believe this movie led to their break-up; however, my assertion is based in everything except facts.)
What's my random thing? I was a stand-in for Demi Moore in this movie. In fact, at the time we resembled each other so much that Emilio began walking toward me at one point, no doubt thinking I was his beloved. (Either that or my magnetic personality was really drawing him in and he was repeating over and over, "Demi-Schmemmy, must meet new, unknown, acid-jean-wearing stand-in with awesomely permed hair.") I don't know. You decide.
What I do know is that he would absolutely remember this moment as I do, probably even better than me, etched as it would be in his mind. Granted, it could be that he was thinking of asking everyone on set to make a donation, so he could finish filming the super-duper expensive crash scenes it took days to stage. Let me have my pink-hued version: He saw me in a Touched-by-an-Angel light and knew in an instant I was already married and he couldn't have me; his one true, love. [Insert sigh.]
My new best friend at Food Stories has also asked us nominees to nominate five bloggers we enjoy reading for the illuminating, informative posts they share with us. It was almost tough for me to narrow this down, but I did that too. I may need a nap now, there has been so much going on at the "home office."
Enjoy reading these! I know you will!
Yoga Today
This is an unbelievable gem of a find boasting over 400
on-line yoga classes that you can access from the comfort, convenience, and
privacy of your own home – on your schedule!
This yogis are inspiring in both their yoga practice and as human
beings. I always feel like a better
person just looking at this site let
alone accessing taking the classes offered.
Cindie Wilding, Certified Life-Cycle Celebrant
She puts it best, “Bringing Ritual and Ceremony to Every
Day.” She’s just so gosh darned positive, uplifting, and classy that her blog has become the ritual and ceremony in my day.
Feisty Cat
Feisty and so much more!
Feisty Cat’s prose purrs along, delivering thought-provoking, amusing,
well-worth-your-time content.
Studio 30 Plus
Diverse, mature (not in a bad way), and refreshingly
positive, this blog creates a rich community in and of itself, but it also supplies excellent outreach as part of its mission.
Work it, Mom!
Support that begins with a “W,” that’s “Work it, Mom!” This blog is packed with all sorts of goodies
for the time-poor, idea-rich mama.
I knew you reminded me of someone! Thanks for the magnificent blurb, blogger buddy.
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure sweetie-peetie! We're in the "All Things Writerly are Good" Portion of our lives...together.
ReplyDeleteWow! Talk about random. I was randomly scrolling fb when there you were with this brand spanking new post. First off a big congrats to you my friend - I'm sure not the last of many awards that will illuminate your writing career. I was loving your story and I was right there with you and Demi and Emilio and then pow you mention MY favorite yoga station - where I get my yoga on weekly, right there in my home office! And then, there's ME and Angela! Fabulous post mon amie, a pleasure as always.
ReplyDeleteHey, thanks precious one!
ReplyDeleteDon't you just LOVE the good kind of surprises? It just goes to show you that it's often about other people AND us! (Hahahaha!)♥