This past week I entered the POTW with mixed emotions. I had always wanted to win, but at the same time I knew it would be a challenge and a lot of learning of new things so I had always balked a little bit at the thought of being nominated. Now that the week is over, I'm very happy that I finally made it and it was more of a blessing to me than I ever knew it would be. And it wasn't anywhere near as difficult as I imagined. I had a lot of people helping me and giving me great tips on how to see to the task of greeting everyone and thanking them. I thought I would have a tough time being on dialup, but really it wasn't bad at all. And I really enjoyed seeing my friends, both old and new and some that I hadn't seen in a while coming in to say congratulations. Now I have a real treasure to keep forever. And I plan to go over every post and make sure that the friends that are here as well as the new friends I've made are kept in touch with so I never lose them. This has really been an awesome pleasure for me and I hope that you feel the same way too. I'm very thankful to everyone who showed up to congratulate me and I will strive to not let you down over the coming months and years. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I venture over new territory once again, a new family member is due to arrive any second now. My daughter is in labor as we speak and the baby should be here TODAY! Talk about perfect timing:) God knows what he's doing doesn't he? Now I'm going to pass the crown on to Miss Heidi Stern and I hope this blesses her as much as it has me.
"No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land, or opened a new heaven to the human spirit.
Heidi, a personal note for you sweetie.
I know that you're having a hard time in your life right now and I can absolutely positively assure you...that it's only temporary and will pass. The important thing to remember is YOU ARE NOT ALONE. We love you and will support you until you're through it. Take this week and be the SHINING STAR YOU ALWAYS HAVE BEEN. It's your time to shine now.
Take it and run with it!
Love ya!
Becky
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