Spirit of Christmas Award Recipient! Thanks!

Thank you sweet Kimberely for nominating me! You make me smile daily too!

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS AWARD is described at the award site as...."for those who talk about and show the spirit of Christmas in their blogs. What is the Spirit of Christmas you ask? Quite simply it is those that have a generous and giving nature. Those who care about others. Those who have a kind word to say or a broad shoulder to lean on in the times that others need that. Those who display the "Spirit of Christmas".

Well, I have talked about Christmas and I have many kind words for Kimberely at Catholic Family Vignettes, she's an inspiration to me. ..daily!

It is my pleasure to "nominate" these blogs for their inspiration, their generous spirit...

1. Elena, who blogs with gentility and is generous in her support. Check out her recent posts of Holiday etiquette on her Tea at Trianon.

2. Helen must be nominated for her Castle of the Immaculate. She has such a beautiful spirit and much to read about Advent and Christmas.

3. I like to read soulful Kristen everyday at Small Treasures. She always has something inspiring or touching to say including a post today on keeping the holidays in perspective.

4. My pal, Dessi at Life With Small Blessings has been writing so many heartfelt posts lately. She always gets me thinking! There is much love for our faith at her blog.

5. Last but not least, Kelly from Catholic Mama: Keeper of the Monkey House who has recently journeyed through hardship and come through to the other side, Praise God. Her witness is sooo powerful and through it all she thought of others! Kelly and her family are committed to providing "everything for a family with nothing." This dear family is perhaps the essence of The Spirit of Christmas!

And may the baby Jesus and his patient, faithful Mother Mary and guardian St. Joseph be our guides as we approach this Holy time....