Today's the
day! Thanks so much for participating.
Share with
us that special person, whether real of fictional Who's Your Hero! Michelle
Wallace and I will be around to see who qualifies as your hero of choice. Hop around
and see who others have selected.
Michelle
will have the job of deciding the winners in the various categories.
It is said,
that our friends are supposed to be able to tell us what we can do and not what
we can't. Many of us struggle with confidence and self-esteem issues and need
other people to help us climb those mountains we wouldn't willingly take on by
ourselves.
This year,
my hero is my friend Jacqueline McNaughton. Six years ago she entered my life
and has made such a difference. This woman is confidante, friend and sister to
me. She is encouraging, kind, patient and never lets me get away with being
stubborn, acting petulant or silly.
Jackie never
lets me quit at anything, but along with encouragement, provides support and
elbow grease when it matters. She sees way more in me than I do in myself and
gets me to do things I believe are impossible to achieve when I make the first
step toward doing them.
Not all of
us are gifted with friends who are willing to tell us when we are wrong, no
matter the cost. This woman does so, even when I'm not willing to listen.
She tackles
challenges with a positive spirit, giving thanks when things go wrong and is
generous to a fault. Without reservation, I can say she is one of the most
inspiring persons I've met in my lifetime and I'm proud to say she's my hero! Who's Your Hero? The linky's still open if you care to share.
Today, my
Island Adventure Romance tour wraps up with me being a minor celebrity. Yes, I
have the honour of being featured in three places at once! Stop in with Captain Alex, C. Lee McKenzie and Michelle Wallace — rock stars of
the blogosphere! I'm sharing information about romance and writing a series.
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has been released into the world and is a story of revenge without limits. Find
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That's awesome you found such a great supporter and friend in Jacqueline!
ReplyDeleteYup, I love that girl!
DeleteWonderful to have such a friend in Jacqueline. We all need friends like her.
ReplyDeleteThat we do!
DeleteAwesome choice!
ReplyDeleteOh, yes, she's a great friend.
DeleteIsn't it wonderful when you make a friend like that?
ReplyDeleteSo true, Diane. They're great to have especially when things get tough.
DeleteGood friends are so hard to find. And this one's your hero on top it it. Awesome!
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking part, Mina and good friends are indeed a treasure.
DeleteWe all need a friend like that. They are rare and precious gifts.
ReplyDeleteAmen to that, Bish.
DeleteI have a lot of family to depend on but I also have one friend I know I can count on for anything. We starting teaching together 35 years ago and have been through so much together.
ReplyDeleteWow,Susan,
DeleteThat's a long time. I bet you know each other inside out. Sweet!
Congratulations on finding such wonderful support in your friend. I'm sure she knows just how special she is to you. But if not, all she needs to do is google your words and read them for herself. Just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMichael, she's so humble that she doesn't always realize the impact she has on people.
DeleteHi Joy .. Jackie certainly sounds special ... and I like her humbleness you mention in your reply to Michael ... good to read about her ... cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteThanks, Hilary. Yup, Jackie makes a big impact, but without making a big noise.
DeleteA honest, helpful and hardworking friend aren't easy to find in one person. You hold unto her tight Joy.
ReplyDeleteI definitely will, Sheena-Kay!
DeleteThere's nothing better than a true friend. They are so rare and build us up/push us in ways we might not otherwise grow. Thanks for sharing Jackie with us.
ReplyDeleteUnleashing the Dreamworld
You're welcome, Crystal. A true friend is priceless.
DeleteBest friends are the best hero's. I'm so glad you have someone you can trust like that.
ReplyDeleteIt does make this journey of life easier, Dolorah!
DeleteIt's November 4 here in Australia, am I too late?
ReplyDeleteNope, according to the time on this comment, I have 3 hours. better get cracking ;)
DeleteHere you go :)
Deletehttp://alifeexaminedblog.blogspot.com.au/2014/11/my-heroes.html
Thanks for joining in, Michael!
DeleteHey Joy!
ReplyDeleteThank you for inviting me to co-host the blogfest with you.
With a friend like Jacqueline in your corner, watching out for you...you can't go wrong. A real blessing.
Minor celeb status...three places at once...and why not? May I have your autograph, please? On a serious note, you've really done well with the 10+ (isn't that about right?) books you've written and published.
A toast to your success, Joy!
...and thanks for the friendship too!
Hey, Michelle, thanks so much for helping. You now have the hardest part of the job, deciding how those vouchers go.
DeleteThere are 11 books out, one in paperback only, so yep, it's been a heck of a ride. Thanks!
Friends like her should be heroes. They are rare, pains in the butt, and treasures. :-)
ReplyDeleteAnna from Shout with Emaginette
That is so wonderful to have such a great supportive friend. A real hero.
ReplyDeleteUp until March of this year I too, had such a wonderful supporter, surrogate mum and best friend, Sharon. She lives on in my heart and writing thoughts.