If you haven't checked out http://www.mcdieselfarm.com/ I highly suggest you do so now. Matt and his wife Kelly have created some amazing projects around their home in an effort to maintain a sustainable lifestyle and Matt reflects on the trials and tribulations of backyard gardening.
I love the idea of the Liebster Award. For those who struggle to think of different themes or ideas to post, or for those who need a break from their normal writing routine, its a fun way to get to know each other and reflect on some things that may not cross your mind too often.There are many versions or sets of rules that can be followed upon receiving the award but it's principles remain the same: thank the fellow blogger who nominated you for the award, and pass along the nomination to other bloggers whom you faithfully follow. After answering the questions from Matt, I'll think of a set to ask some of my favorite bloggers and nominate them below!
1. What is your favorite TV show and why?
I don't religiously watch television but when I find a show that I like- I'm hooked. I currently don't have cable either so I rely on Netflix to provide me with an escape from reality when its needed. I loved Orange Is the New Black. Dynamic characters and a ridiculous story line kept me watching and anxiously waiting for the next season. I also loved Friday Night Lights....everyone needs a good, down home show about football, family, friends, fights and young love- who can resist?
2. If money were no object, what would be your ultimate travel destination?
2. If money were no object, what would be your ultimate travel destination?
Picking just one ultimate travel destination is tough when you own a collection of travel books like myself. Since I have to make some sort of decision without simmering on this question all day- I'll go with my gut reaction. Both sides of my family originated in the United Kingdom. My mothers side is British and Scottish, my father's British and Welsh. There's a family rumor that I'm related to King Alfred the Great (871-899); but let's be honest...there's probably a lengthy and slightly questionable line of his descendants. I'd love to spend some time traveling England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. It's definitely not the most expensive destination I could pick, but I would love to connect with my heritage, eat crappy English food and immerse myself in the rich history of the area.
3. Beer, wine, or liquor (that includes moonshine)?
I'm a wine-o to the extreme and I love trying wines from all over the world. In the midst of trying to figure out what I wanted to do with my life after college, I briefly worked for a wine distributor, hosting tastings at the nearby Harris Teeter. Needless to say, that didn't last long but I got to try some amazing wines and talk about it with different people. My favorites (in no particular order): Prosecco, Chenin Blanc, Malbec and Boujillais.
4. What one possession do you cherish the most?
4. What one possession do you cherish the most?
My family. I know it's not a physical possession but I don't know what I would do without them.
5. Who’s your favorite Disney character and why?
5. Who’s your favorite Disney character and why?
Ariel- I'm a swimmer so naturally I'm super jealous that she's a mermaid. And Prince Eric is a cutie.
6. You have one day left on this earth. What would be on your agenda?
6. You have one day left on this earth. What would be on your agenda?
What wouldn't be on the agenda!? Have a giant feast with all of my favorite foods, wine and invite everyone I knew to hang out with me and sing the night away. Other than that, it's too hard to think about all of the other things I would like to do before I leave this earth.
7. What’s the happiest memory you have?
7. What’s the happiest memory you have?
Spending a year in California. I wouldn't say it was the happiest year of my life, but the experiences I had for that one year allowed me to grow in more ways than I ever imagined and will never forget- and that's what makes me happy.
8. Who is your favorite celebrity? Why?
LaSarah. "Crangrape...the drink of champions."
9. What’s your favorite animal?
Dolphin- graceful, intelligent, beautiful creature.
10. What’s your ultimate dream job?
9. What’s your favorite animal?
Dolphin- graceful, intelligent, beautiful creature.
10. What’s your ultimate dream job?
Photojournalist for National Geographic.
I would now like to nominate the following bloggers to answer the following questions and carry the torch that is the Liebster Award!
1. http://www.openmikeblog.com/
2. http://shanspain.wordpress.com/
3. http://www.meganbrittblog.com/
1. What inspired you to start blogging?
2. Coffee date with your favorite author- How do you take your coffee and who are you sitting with?
3. What do you enjoy most about where you live right now?
4. Your ideal breakfast, lunch and dinner:
5. What one possession do you cherish the most?
6. Do you have a favorite writing spot? Describe the location.
7. What has been your most memorable trip?
8. If you could have born in a different decade from your own, which one would it be and why?
9. What about blogging excites you the most?
10. You have a 24-hour getaway: where do you go?
I would now like to nominate the following bloggers to answer the following questions and carry the torch that is the Liebster Award!
1. http://www.openmikeblog.com/
2. http://shanspain.wordpress.com/
3. http://www.meganbrittblog.com/
1. What inspired you to start blogging?
2. Coffee date with your favorite author- How do you take your coffee and who are you sitting with?
3. What do you enjoy most about where you live right now?
4. Your ideal breakfast, lunch and dinner:
5. What one possession do you cherish the most?
6. Do you have a favorite writing spot? Describe the location.
7. What has been your most memorable trip?
8. If you could have born in a different decade from your own, which one would it be and why?
9. What about blogging excites you the most?
10. You have a 24-hour getaway: where do you go?
