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Thank you so much to Tasha M. from Pain Warrior Code for nominating me for the Mystery Blogger Award!  I am so honoured and such an admirer of her blog for the uplifting positivity and inspiration for those battling with chronic pain every day.

What is Mystery Blogger Award? 

“This is an award for amazing bloggers with indigenous posts.  Their blog not only captivates; it inspires and motivates.  They are one of the best out there, and they deserve every recognition they get.  This award is also for bloggers who find fun and inspiration in blogging and they do it with so much love and passion.” – Okoto Enigma

Mystery Blogger Award

Rules

  • Thank whoever nominated you and include a link to their blog
  • Tell your readers 3 things about yourself
  • Nominate 10-20 bloggers you feel deserve the award
  • Answer the questions from the person who nominated you
  • Ask your nominees 5 questions of your choice with one weird or funny one
  • Notify your nominees by commenting on their blog

3 Things About Myself 

  1. I am such a big fan of crime dramas and watch so much of this particular genre!  I was especially a huge fan of the British crime drama Wire in the Blood (and inspired by the brilliant Tony Hill novels by Val McDermid) that it was one of the reasons why I wanted to study Psychology at university!
  2. I gained a BSc (2:1) in Psychology and wanted to study further, specialising in Clinical Psychology but unfortunately was unable to because of health problems
  3. My favourite form of ultimate self-care is a trip to a spa.  It may not always help ease the persistent symptoms that affect my body, but still, find the peace and tranquillity of a spa incredibly relaxing that it’s hard not to come away feeling better than when you first walked in.

My nominees for this award are; 

Answers to Questions from Pain Warrior Code:

  1. What made you want to start blogging? I wanted an outlet for my frustration that the symptoms caused by my condition affect me, but more than that I also wanted to educate and raise awareness of neurological disorders as well as invisible illnesses in general.
  2. As this award is about blogs that inspire and motivates – do you as a nominee have a mantra, proverb or saying that you live by? I’ve shared this before, but I adore a quote from one of my favourite authors, Louisa May Alcott, “I am not afraid of storms for I’m learning how to sail my ship.”  It just reminds me that the hardships that my condition creates only help to deepen the strength and resilience that I will need tomorrow and for any future storms that life with a neurological condition causes to be.
  3. If you had to choose one meal that you had to eat every day for a month (without any health complications), what would it be?  Tough one, there are so many meals that I love, even though I may not always feel up to eating, but I am partial to a pizza! My favourite is one topped with mozzarella and basil pesto! Delicious!
  4. What is your favourite hobby/pastime? It has to be reading, as someone living with constant pain as well as other unpleasant symptoms, I love the escapism that reading a novel provides, escaping to other countries, or other times!  In my imagination, I can do anything and go anywhere that I choose; freedom that living with illness impedes.
  5. What’s the best/worst practical joke that you’ve played on someone or that was played on you? Genuinely cannot think of anything that has happened to me or tricks that I’ve played on others.  Although I am incredibly jumpy and so hate when people jump out unexpectedly!

My questions for my nominees: 

  1. If you were stuck on a deserted island but could have any 3 books with you, which books would you pick?
  2. What are your favourite song lyrics? Why?
  3. What TV show are you currently binge-watching, or the last show you binge-watched? Would you recommend it?
  4. If you could travel back in time to any point in history, where you would choose to visit?
  5. Imagine if you had to become a dog, which breed of dog would you be and why?
I look forward to hearing your answers!
Congratulations all!

I have been nominated for the ‘One Lovely Blog’ Award by the equally lovely Rebecca! Rebecca herself has an excellent blog called ‘A Punk with MS‘ with plenty of brilliant resources for anyone also dealing with the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis.  It’s a fantastic read!
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Rules:

  • Thank the person that nominated you and leave a link to their blog
  • Post about the award
  • Share seven facts about yourself
  • Nominate at most 15 other people
  • Tell your nominees the good news

Seven Facts about Me:

  1. My favourite breed of dog has to be the dachshund! Our dog who passed away last year was part dachshund (with a little bit of Jack Russell thrown in for good measure!).  I just love their short little legs and beyond expressive faces! Anyway, when I am sad or feeling alone, I like to watch cute and funny videos of them on YouTube to cheer myself up!
  2. I am a bit of a film buff – watching and talking about films it’s something I have always loved and am constantly picking up random and useless information about them.  In fact, I am a master at film rounds at quizzes, even being able to answer questions about films I’ve never even seen!  At the moment, I am particularly excited about the upcoming release of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ (but who isn’t it?) as it’s been a favourite Disney film of mine since early childhood.  I’ve always related to the character of Belle as I’ve constantly felt like an outsider for most of my life, and for my love of reading.
  3. Most women love their shoes but I, in fact, hate shoe shopping! Always have!  With my little feet, I continually struggle to find shoes that fit with a lot of styles either being too small or too big. Nightmare!
  4. My parents often call me ‘The Oracle’ and expect me to know everything!
  5. I just love the taste of peanut butter and in fact, all of the recipes that I have saved on Pinterest has some form of it in them! All naughty recipes but sounds too delicious to resist!
  6. My favourite form of ultimate self-care is a trip to a spa.  It may not always help ease the persistent symptoms that affect my body, but still find the peace and tranquillity of a spa incredibly relaxing that it’s hard not to come away feeling better than when you first walked in.  And it also allows me to spend quality time with my favourite person – my Mum!
  7. My favourite smell of the moment is my new Yankee Candle, ‘Cherry Blossom.’ When I need a little peace and ‘me’ time, I enjoy lighting this gorgeous scent while reading a book.

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My nominees are:
Jen from Tripping Through Treacle; Yvonne from The Zebra Mom; Sarah from A Life Less Physical; Lisa from A Damsel in a Dress; Charlotte from FND and Me; Caitlyn from When Mental and Chronic Illness Collide; Kelly from The Invisible Warrior; Charis from Being Charis; Astrid from Lady with MS; Angela from Take with Sugar; Jen from Spoonfuls of Glitter; A Barefoot Goddess on a Journey; Sharon from Wheelie Me – Still Me!; Ava from My Meena Life and Emmie from Illness to Wellness: A Journey.
 

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