I'm so proud that I've been nominated for the Liebster Award by two wonderful bloggers.
Debbie who blogs at Buisson International, is a fellow Texan who now finds herself in London. We've recently started sharing emails and I'm hoping that we can meet up for reals very soon.
Alexa from Travel mi Amor is also a Texas girl who discovered her passion for travel early. She now writes about all of her adventures and shares travel tips.
These are two of my favorite bloggers and you need to follow them both on Bloglovin. From Texas and love to travel? We are all three peas in a pod. I've always said the best thing about blogging is connections. Be sure to connect with these ladies.
The Liebster Award is a way for bloggers to show their love to other bloggers. It's also a great way to discover new blogs.
The rules are that you tell 11 random facts about yourself and answer the 11 questions from the blogger who nominated you. Then you nominate some blogs and give them 11 new questions to answer. And you pass on the love.
So here are 11 random facts about me. Do you detect a theme?
I love, love, love my camera.
It's not really mine, it belongs to Matthew.
It's my safety blanket when I travel.
I take thousands of photos on our trips.
I'm embarrassed to admit that I always shoot on automatic.
I really want to learn to shoot on manual but have a brain block.
Photographs are my most treasured possession.
My daddy is an amazing photographer and has won awards.
I got my travel bug from him.
And my Mom. (She just did a tour of South America.)
Exploring someplace new with my camera in my hand is absolute bliss.
Now it's time to answer some questions. I've picked several from each nomination.
(I know you don't want me to answer 22 questions!)
Now it's time to answer some questions. I've picked several from each nomination.
(I know you don't want me to answer 22 questions!)
1 - What is the biggest obstacle you have faced while traveling?
I've mentioned before that I'm bit of a worrier (and by that I mean I've been diagnosed with Anxiety Disorder). I don't control it with meds for various reasons, so I have to find other ways to manage it. Of course, traveling takes me out of my comfort zone so it can really be a struggle. However, I will never let it stop me from going.
2 - In terms of behavior, were you good or bad in school?
I was pretty good. I made decent grades without too much effort. My dad was in the USAF, so if we got in trouble, he got in trouble. That was an effective deterrent.
3 - Which would you rather play during a night out: ping-pong, darts, or pool?
Pool.
I've mentioned before that I'm bit of a worrier (and by that I mean I've been diagnosed with Anxiety Disorder). I don't control it with meds for various reasons, so I have to find other ways to manage it. Of course, traveling takes me out of my comfort zone so it can really be a struggle. However, I will never let it stop me from going.
2 - In terms of behavior, were you good or bad in school?
I was pretty good. I made decent grades without too much effort. My dad was in the USAF, so if we got in trouble, he got in trouble. That was an effective deterrent.
3 - Which would you rather play during a night out: ping-pong, darts, or pool?
Pool.
4 - Would you rather live at the beach in the winter or in the mountains in the summer?
I can't decide. Can I pick beach in the summer and mountains in the winter?
5 - What song gets you in the mood to sing and dance?
Anything by Abba. I've seen Mamma Mia three times and I have the movie. Always manages to make me happy.
I can't decide. Can I pick beach in the summer and mountains in the winter?
5 - What song gets you in the mood to sing and dance?
Anything by Abba. I've seen Mamma Mia three times and I have the movie. Always manages to make me happy.
6 - What is the most amazing tourist attraction you have come across while traveling?
Probably the Medina in Fez that I've been writing about lately.
7 - Who (a celebrity) was your biggest teenage crush?
Really showing my age here. Shaun Cassidy and Donny Osmond.
Probably the Medina in Fez that I've been writing about lately.
7 - Who (a celebrity) was your biggest teenage crush?
Really showing my age here. Shaun Cassidy and Donny Osmond.
8 - What are your top 5 travel destinations that you haven’t been to?
Thailand. African Safari. Australia. Bali. Iceland.
Thailand. African Safari. Australia. Bali. Iceland.
9 - What is your favorite place you have visited?
That's so tough to narrow down. So far my favorites have been Ireland, Italy, Austria and Turkey.
That's so tough to narrow down. So far my favorites have been Ireland, Italy, Austria and Turkey.
10 - What is something you collect?
We collect ornaments throughout our travels and I keep them in a basket on a shelf. At Christmas, I love going through them and remembering all of our adventures.
11 - Is there anything cool about your family history/ancestry?
I think it's pretty cool that my ancestors are from Scotland. This summer, my dad and my brother are coming for a visit. We're going to trace some history and tour Scotland. I can't wait!
We collect ornaments throughout our travels and I keep them in a basket on a shelf. At Christmas, I love going through them and remembering all of our adventures.
11 - Is there anything cool about your family history/ancestry?
I think it's pretty cool that my ancestors are from Scotland. This summer, my dad and my brother are coming for a visit. We're going to trace some history and tour Scotland. I can't wait!
Now it's my turn to nominate some blogs!
Jess from Jess-On_thames
Kaelene from Unlocking Kiki
Dannielle from ChicaDeeDee
Quyen from Itinerant
Jenn from A Country Girl's World
And here are my questions:
1. What is one challenge that you have set yourself this year?
2. What is the biggest obstacle you have faced while traveling?
3. What are some of your favorite sayings?
4. In everyday life, what is your number one pet peeve?
5. When do you feel your happiest?
6. What traits have you inherited from your parents?
7. What are your top 5 travel destinations that you haven’t been to?
8. What is your favorite cocktail?
9. What is your dream job?
10. If you could have 3 wishes granted, what would they be?
11. What is on your mouse pad?
I can't wait to hear your answers!
