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Over the Top Award


I was honored to receive the Over the Top blog award from Debbie, of Heart Choices. Debbie is more than an on-line friend, but also a sister in the Lord whom I’ve met in person. I cherish her.


I got a kick out of reading Debbie’s answers to this little quiz and I’m eager to play along. Here are the rules (I hate that word; LOL):


1. You can use only one word!
2. Pass this along to 6 other bloggers!
3. Alert them that you have given them this award!
4. Have fun!
So, here goes:


1. Where is your cell phone? Purse
2. Your hair? Brown
3. Your mother? Chicago
4. Your father? Heaven
5. Your favorite food? Cookies!
6. Your dream last night? None
7. Your favorite drink? Coffee
8. Your dream/goal? Breakthrough
9. What room are you in? Den
10. Your hobby? Blogging
11. Your fear? Failure
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? Traveling
13. Where were you last night? Home
14. Something that you aren't? Athletic
15. Muffins? Blueberry
16. Wish list item? Restoration
17. Where did you grow up? Chicago
18. Last thing you did? Laundry
19. What are you wearing? Shorts
20. Your TV? HD
21. Your pets? Dogs
22. Friends? Blessings
23. Your life? Stressful
24. Your mood? Hopeful
25. Missing someone? Granddaughter
26. Vehicle? Alero
27. Something you're not wearing? Shoes
28. Your favorite store? Dillards
29. Your favorite color? Blue
30. When was the last time you laughed? Sunday
31. Last time you cried? Yesterday
32. Your best friend? Maureen
33. One place that I go to over and over? Office
34. One person who emails me regularly? Bev
35. Favorite place to eat? Brandy’s


And now I get to pass this award to 6 other bloggers and look forward to their answers:

4. Andrea, Arise2Write


Please visit these special blogger friends. I know you will enjoy them!

Comments

  1. RCUBEsSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    Congratulations sister Mary! That was fun! To know more about you, 1 word at a time :)

    You surely made me feel "over the top" by sharing this with me. Thank you so much.

    Praying with you sister for "R". The Lord knows R's heart. It is a big battle we're all in, daily, and it all starts with making choices/decisions. So, I'm praying for "R" for the Lord to guide him with his decision-making. God bless you sister. I truly enjoyed this warm gift here at your house :) Love you..

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  2. CharlotteSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:31 AM

    Congrats. I just received this award from Debbie too.
    Charlotte

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  3. LorenSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:38 PM

    Mary,

    this will b fun :) thankyou for thinking of me, you know I love you and you are a Over the Top wonderful friend

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  4. DeniseSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    Congrats sweetie.

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  5. LisaShawSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    Congratulations on the Over the Top Award! You and Debbie are both incredible blessings to us all online!

    #'s 8, 11 and 25 I can so relate to dear sister.

    I love you.

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  6. Debbie PetrasSeptember 30, 2009 at 4:31 PM

    You and Charlotte are so quick; love it. And I love that we have some of the same answers. I knew we were alike in many ways. No shoes, huh? LOL.

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  7. Mevely317September 30, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    Ah, you just made my day! "Over the top" ... what a sweet surprise!
    'Must ponder now and think of 6 suspects in the next 24 hours before "going public" - LOL.

    BTW, Mary, I took Loren's little quiz last evening. Slam dunk but I'm a "melanchony", no question. 'Twas almost scary!

    Have yourself a lovely evening!

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  8. AndreaSeptember 30, 2009 at 8:24 PM

    You are such a sweet heart. Your big smile brightens my day. I thank you for this award and I thank GOD for bringing you into my life.

    Blessings, hugs, love, and prayers, andrea

    PS: Agreeing with Rosel in prayer. I do not know the situation, but GOD knows and that is all that matters, sweet friend.

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  9. Musings of A MinisterOctober 1, 2009 at 10:26 AM

    I enjoyed reading your answers. Blue is my favorite color too. Have a great day.

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  10. KelliGirlOctober 1, 2009 at 9:18 PM

    Congrats on the award! This is a fun one. I love your list. As I read I found myself playing along and inserting my own answers.

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  11. Pom PomOctober 2, 2009 at 6:19 PM

    Thank you! How fun! You are a nice award giver! Smile!

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  12. christy roseOctober 2, 2009 at 8:29 PM

    Congrats to you Mary! I think you are OVER THE TOP! And your blog too!

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  13. Cheesemakin' MammaOctober 2, 2009 at 8:38 PM

    Thanks for the award. I'm not into doing quizes like this, but thanks so much for thinking of me. BTW, love your blog title! It'll be fun getting to know you, too. Happy blogging! God Bless, Jackie

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