Although my posts over the past few weeks suggest otherwise, I am eager to stop the self-promotion and get back to the business of writing about writing.
And so help me, I will do so beginning this weekend – even if it kills me.
But I would be remiss if I didn’t first thank a few fellow online scribes who presented me with blogging awards over the past couple of weeks.
The lovely Khaula Mazhar and Amanda Leigh each nominated me for the Lovely Blogger Award! (Even though Khaula presented it in a bwa-ha-ha-I-hope-you-enjoy-all-the-work-I-just-gave-you kinda way, I still find her lovely.)
Raging Gail nominated me for a Leibster Award, which was both a lovely and leibster-y thing to do!
And the wonderful Susan Rocan at mywithershins tagged me with some fun questions.
That is not the first time Susan questioned me by the way; she also just interviewed me on her blog! Do take a look if you wish. She’s a great interviewer. She is also a kind and thoughtful person – even though she does not share my appreciation for goats. Nobody’s perfect, I suppose.
Each of the above honors requires me to answer questions and nominate other bloggers. To give each award the attention it deserves, I’m going take care of them one at a time over the next couple of months. So please don’t interpret my delayed followup as a sign of ingratitude. Believe me, I’m appreciative. Thank you all!
Hey, Look! A Writer Fellow! 
Congrats, Mike! And yay on the goat picture! Goats are so cute. They’re not burro cute, but they’re close.
I have to agree with you on that point; burros have the edge cuteness-wise. But watch your nose when you’re petting one!
I have to admit, the picture of the goat is rather cute. It’s not that I DON’T like them, I am just a little careful around them, whenever I have occasion to get within butting distance! 🙂
I understand, Susan. Seeing your mom getting her butt butted would scar anyone.
Congrats 🙂 I love goats, used to have a couple when I was a kid, they are so great. They are excellent garbage recyclers and garden fertilizers. They can provide hours of entertainment if you like watching skinny animals eat non-stop.
You had goats! More evidence that you are lovely!
Well done you. Just read the interview, all that animal talk has reminded me of something that I must do soon…I think you know what it is.
Also, I have some significant childhood goat memories that I shall write about at some point (bet you can’t wait!).
I am prepared for any and all animal antics you have in store.
I’m not that sort of girl!!! 😉
You deserve it.
Thanks!
Congrats on the awards! Love the goat photo, I think they’re cute too. 🙂
Many thanks. And I’m delighted to hear that you are pro goat.
Goats at petting zoos always wanted to eat my dresses. So I’m not a huge fan. Maybe they’re only cute to you because you don’t wear dresses?
Congrats on the awards!
I reserve all my dress-wearing activities for formal events.
Wow, lots of goat comments. Who knew? I will congratulate you, however, on your getting-too-many-accolades-to-have-time-for-anything-else situation. Nice!
Thanks, Kim!
Congrats, Mike — and what a gorgeous goat!
Not my goat, I’m afraid. But someday I shall be a writer/goatherd.
BTW: How is the contest coming along? (I have been not peeking on purpose.)
Congratulations on your book! I can’t wait to read it! Teachers and parents are always looking for new, well-written books that tie to holidays, so I’m sure yours will find a welcoming audience! Best wishes! 🙂
Thanks so much!
Congratulations Heylook! My favorite goat quote involves the first line in a Robert Benchley essay:
“If we had a goat,” I said to Mr. MacGregor, “it would solve all our problems.”
I always knew Mr. Benchley was a very smart fellow. This proves it.
Congrats!