My heart is filled with an appreciation for the many quality friendships I’ve established while blogging. This is all about that appreciation.
This is a “shout out” to Rachel at Bitchalicious! (I always wanted to use that term, “shout out.” Like, all the cool kids use it! I’m sure it sounds unnatural coming out of me. I’m OK with that) Rachel has again surprised me with this beautiful new design for my page, and I am humbled and awed by her creativity, skill and generous spirit. What truly amazes me about her design capabilities, is her ability to capture part of who you are, and convey it in her designs.

When I originally hired Rachel to set up my page. And by set-up, I mean set up. I didn’t know squat about blogs, blogging and codes meant nothing to me, except for the different codes the hospital I worked at, would call. (i.e. code blue) She started with a blank sheet when I hired her. She had my screen name, my blog name and 100 things about me to go on. Rachel captured exactly what I wanted, working from those three items, and a few various posts.

She went on to design a Holiday theme, that continued the feel of Stumbling/Grace to perfection. And now her latest surprise that not only wowed myself, but my husband as well! We talked for a little while on the phone last evening, about her web designing; why she chose this as her profession. It appealed to her creative nature, especially when clients would give her a free hand, much like I did in the beginning. A decision I have never once had qualms about, nor do I now. I wear this new design proudly Rachel, and love it completely!

I urge all potential clients, when communicating what you’re looking for, to give her a free hand at the design, colors and set-up. This lady knows what she is doing, and will surprise you at what she is able to create! She will give you what you didn’t know you were looking for, and you will love it! Thank you Rachel for expressing your creativity and gifting me with it! I love you and you have my loyalty and friendship always! Lunch next week???

This beautiful photograph was taken by the talented Christine Fron (a.k.a. Bitchatude, Glasshoppha) and is part of several photographs available for purchase from her gallery thru art.com. I also have had it marked as a favorite thru her flickr photographs for many months. This favorite of mine, arrived at my home this last week, as a Christmas gift from Bitchatude and DB. (her very significant and handsome other!) Arriving matted and framed to perfection, it now hangs on our photograph wall right above one of her favorite photographers’ prints, Ansel Adams. A heartfelt thank-you to this wonderful couple, who I am proud to call my friends! Christine’s talent as a photographer is undeniable and I have a feeling she is only just beginning. Be sure to check out her lovely photographs which you can access thru a.k.a.Glasshoppah. Thank you Bitchatude and DB, your gift is treasured!

My appreciation for this couple, does not stop with their thoughtful, generous and lovely gift! DB and Bitchatude have become friends that I have shared with on an even more personal level thru email for quite some time. Of late, these two kind hearted, caring people helped me thru something that had affected me emotionally. I received a review on my site done ANON. thru Blog Explosion, that I can only say stunned and hurt me. They helped me see it for what it is/was. That being, not worth my time or energy dwelling on. So I won’t, any further then to say, “thank you” to these two wise and caring people! I love you two and am looking forward to visiting towards the end of May!

Although I have already thanked a few bloggers personally thru email for their thoughtfulness over the Holiday Season, I wanted to do so here. Jade, your goodie box of all things sensual, for Kevin and I, were a fun addition to our getaway to Laughlin! I treasure your friendship girlfriend! Jane, my latest renter from Rent my Blog sent me a box full of Holiday goodies, hot chocolate, (my latest binge drink!) home made candy, and assorted other goodies, that made our Christmas celebration a real treat! Thank you Jane, your thoughtfulness touched my heart! Ma, who I love dearly, sent us a gorgeous Hawaiian Calendar, that spurred our decision to make this coming vacation to their beautiful Island! I love you Ma! I look forward to giving you a great big hug when we get there!

This week-end will be another freaking football week-end! Yay.  Woohoo. Yaaa.... On the upside, I’ll have plenty of time to read blogs and post! Due to football, I get to pick the movie Kevin and I are going to see tomorrow night. So we are off to see Brokeback Mountain. Always a sucker for a love story, I’ll be sure to let everyone know what I thought.

Quickly, I would like to ask everyone to click on my Rent my blog Renter, Jane! I’ll give a more detailed post this week-end, but suffice it to say, she has been on my favorites list almost since the beginning. Her blog is another one I would have a very hard time categorizing one way or another. A personal diary, with so much more. This lady touches on so many different topics, it’s always worth the read!

Hope your Thursday is going great!

Love,

3T