About (no awards please)

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Awards:  Thanks to all those who nominated me for awards in the past; many I accepted and some I wasn’t able to (–life outside the cooking jar came calling…).  For 2017 and forward, I will not be able to accept any.  But as usual, happy to support and connect the dots for those wanting or needing it!

cj, 2017

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About the writer:  CJ is a huge fan of quality family and friend time.  Former freelance contributor with the Examiner.com, she trained and mentored advocates for victims/survivors of domestic violence & sexual assault by day.  At night she didn’t sleep…

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13 thoughts on “About (no awards please)”

  4. Hey there, CJ! I just wanted to drop a quick line to say thank you for looking through my blog and for all the “likes”. I am grateful for your interest. I am a wee bit slow on the uptake, but I will be reading more of yours as well.

    I hope your Easter was peaceful and blessed!

    Love & blessings.

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    1. Hi Lizzy, I had a very peaceful Easter, how was yours? And I really do enjoy your blog! I’m also very appreciative of all the support you continue to give me. It means a lot. 🙂

      Love and blessings to you as well!

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  5. Hey there, CJ! Just dropping a line to see how you are doing. Looking forward to seeing more of your awesome posts! Let me know how you are doing if you are able. Blessings to you.

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    1. Hi Lizzy! Thanks for checking on me! I’m doing well thanks and how are you? I’m in full-blown mommy mode! My son, who just graduated from high school, will be leaving soon for the Air Force so… I’m trying to hold on to every ounce of family time that I can! I miss reading your posts and comments and plan to return on a daily/weekly basis within the next couple of months so thanks for all the support and prayers! Blessings to you as well!

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      1. Wow! Sounds like you have some memories in the making. When your children embark on their own life plans it is exciting to see them unfold. No matter how “frazzled” we may be about it. Embrace the moment!

        I am doing well. I am concerned about my Dad as he is getting older and his health is declining. I would covet your prayers.

        I look forward to your return to writing. I miss reading your stuff. You take all the time you need. Enjoy your family time!

        Blessings to you!

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    2. I’ll be keeping your Dad and you in my thoughts and lifted in prayer.

      Thanks again for being here and so patient… I’m looking forward to returning! I really miss reading your posts and know I have so much catching up to do! Blessings!

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