liebster award

Now this is fun! I was awarded the Liebster Blog Award by fellow blogging Mama, KC of Little Homestead In The Desert. Thanks for the virtual love, KC!

 The Liebster Blog Award is a bit mysterious. I can't find much about it from Googling it other than the information I've been able to glean from other bloggers who've won it and posted about it. 

Here's what I've found:  "The origins of the Liebster Blog award are somewhat unclear but the general consensus is that it originated in Germany, Liebster meaning favorite or dearest, to showcase bloggers with fewer than 200 followers. Upon accepting the award the recipient must then pass it on to [three to] five more blogs of note."

The basic idea is about spreading the love and the recipient(s) of the award are encouraged to:

1. Thank the person who gave you the award and link to their blog.
2. Choose 3-5 blogs with less than 200 followers and pass the award on to them.
3. Display the Liebster Award somewhere on your blog.

Sounds good to me!

Here are three blogs that I'm enjoying reading these days:

Journey Around the Son 

Jules is actually a dear friend of mine, here in Colorado. She shares stories of life with her partner Jenn and their son Avi. As she says, her blog is full of musings from a queer mama about all things random. I always enjoy her perspective, in person and in the blog-sphere.

The Coffee Cottage

Brook is Mama to two little girls and I've quickly learned that we share way more in common than just a last name. Her blog is refreshing, uplifting and full of gorgeous photos of life on the West coast (as well as some yummy looking recipes). I know that we'd be instant "real" friends if given the opportunity.

Who Matters

Kelly is a mom to two young boys, living in the heartland. She blogs about finding joy in the simple things in life and makes adorable crafts with her sons. I've enjoyed getting to know Kelly through her blog and I'm sure you will too.

Congratulations to these three Mamas! Now pass on blog-loving the goodness.