Wednesday, November 16, 2011

A Need

I don't do this often.  In regards to blogging, in some strange way, even though it's all out there, I tend to keep things close to the vest.  I write, I read blogs, I follow, I comment, but I'm not into the big splash of contests and awards and prizes.  Not that I mind those who are, it's just not me.  So as you read this, please know that I'm writing these words because in this case, I embrace the assistance this social networking or what ever it is, can offer.

Over the two years plus since I started Middle Passages, I've "met" so many people I admire, but I'd be lying if I didn't admit that some are more special than others.  We all click with different people.  In my case, Carolina Valdez Miller has been a regular champion.  She's an astounding writer who has offered me such insight and encouragement.  She sits at the top of the list of people I'd like to emulate--in my writing sure, and now in a more giving manner.

I'm not going to say much more.  Instead, I'm going ask you to click here so you may read Carol's words yourself.  If you can help--wonderful. If not, you'll find some amazing and passionate writing, and your day will be better for it.
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20 comments:

  1. Old KittyNovember 16, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Carolina is gorgeous!! Yay for her! And you!! :-)Take care
    x

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  2. Carolina M. Valdez SchneiderNovember 16, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    I can't tell you how much this means to me. Well, I'm trying, I mean, but I can't seem to find the words. It's just "thank you" feels so inadequate. I feel so inadequate, actually. Like for what you're saying. I would say the very same things about you, and feel like you are much more worthy of those words.

    But, as inadequate as it might be...thank you. I'm truly, deep-down-inside touched.

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  3. TonjaNovember 16, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    That's wonderful of you to share her post.

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  4. ReenaNovember 16, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Hopping over right now ....

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  5. Karen Jones GowenNovember 16, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    I'm with you on the contests, blogfests etc. I've done some of it but avoid them all now, and unfortunately more and more blogs are full of it. I love the thoughtful post that comes from the heart. These are the blogs I gravitate toward, and now to go read Caroline's post.

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  6. Robyn CampbellNovember 16, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    You are made of awesome, you know that? Will help. (((hugs)))

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  7. Wine and WordsNovember 16, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    A very worthy cause. I'm very excited about her journey. Life changing. Wow.

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  8. Alex J. CavanaughNovember 16, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    I saw Carolina's post yesterday!

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  9. Lydia KangNovember 16, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Carolina and her blog are wonderful!

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  10. Carol KilgoreNovember 16, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    I stopped here this morning and went straight to Carolina's. Then I forgot to come back here. She's doing a great thing. And you, too.

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  11. Bish DenhamNovember 17, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    It is a wonderful thing she is doing. People will remember her long after she is gone.

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  12. JoNovember 17, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Hello Liza, pleased to meet you on my guest post on Carol Kilgore's blog. Thank you for your kind comment and also for the link to Carolina's blog. What an amazing thing she's doing. I'll pop in regularly here and on her blog from now on. Greetings, Jo (Kenya)

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  13. Mary Sullivan FrasierNovember 18, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Liza,

    Bless you for doing this. Not only are you helping a friend, but you're doing so much to help these precious kids who need so much.

    I stopped by and donated what I could. Just wish it could have been more. I'm glad you introduced us to Caroline. She's quite a lady. (and so are you!)

    Have a blessed weekend, my friend.

    ~Mrs B

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  14. Arlee BirdNovember 19, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    I am going to check it out. What a great community we have here.


    Lee
    The Roswell Story continues on Wrote By Rote on Saturday 11/19/11

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  15. ElizabethNovember 19, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Very nice blog...love your header. Nice and peaceful.

    NEW FOLLOWER

    Elizabeth

    http://silversolara.blogspot.com

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  16. AnnNovember 20, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I follow Carolina too and I have to agree with you, She is great!

    I have found so many supportive friends here. It has been so helpful to my confidence to just get my writing out there. Wonderful!

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  17. AnonymousNovember 20, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    I'm not in for contests, big splashes, and awards either. But, like you, I have made many friends I admire since April of 2010 when I began blogging. I'm now going to go and meet your friend Carol.
    Ann Best, Memoir Author

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  18. Nicki ElsonNovember 23, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Thanks for the tip - I'll click over right now.

    I enjoy blogfests and such, but I'm not so into the contests and giveaways either.

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  19. Jasmine WaltNovember 23, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Wow. I have to admire her for being willing to go over and help Haiti-- those people have had it rough there.

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  20. Carolina M. Valdez SchneiderNovember 23, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Just wanted to tell you again how amazing you are--I don't think I've said it enough. And your bloggie friends are pretty dang amazing, too. Hugs all around.

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