A Perfect Post

Blogging's funny. Last night, I clicked over to one of my favorite blogs, noticed her new design, then noticed .... she'd taken me off her blogroll. I was sad. Was the sadness out of proportion? Probably. But what could I do? Feelings aren't always logical.

And then, the kind and wonderfully talented Lindsey, cofounder of the Perfect Post Awards, appeared in my inbox with great news. She's awarded me a perfect post award for All Gone, which I wrote the week I stopped breastfeeding my toddler, Ava.

And now I'm happy. Is my happiness out of proportion? I don't think so. In fact, I think that's the whole purpose behind the Perfect Post Awards, to spread warm fuzzies. Thank you so much Lindsey! I'm truly honored.

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I've never awarded a perfect post award before, but I think it's high time I did. A few weeks ago, while reading one of my favorite bloggers, State of Grace, I found myself incredibly moved. I'm trying to find the words to describe her post, Forgiveness Where It Belongs, but I'm struggling. As I read it, I could feel these powerful emotions washing over me, and it felt good. Damn good. And since then, I've gone back and read that post a few more times. Today, I'm going to print it out and put it in a place where I'll come across it from time to time, so I can remind myself to take her advice.

Congratulations, Grace. And thank you for your wise words.