Ethan, of The Natural State Hawg, is one such person, and one that I consider a friend. You wouldn't be surprised if you talked to him on the phone - just imagine a deep southern accent to go with the words he writes because he is as articulate a talker as he is writer. He has gone above and beyond for me, someone he's never met in person, and without reserve. And, he is the one that sent me the Great Buddy Award. Ethan, I want to send it right back to you with all my sentiments to go with it!
There are only a few rules that go with this award:
* Save the image above to be forwarded;
* Choose several people who are buddies;
* Give the reason why you chose those persons.
I know there's a few people that view these kinds of awards as fluff, and that's fine. I look at them like really nice Hallmark cards given to someone to let them know they are thought of and appreciated. In that light, I'd like to send the Great Buddy award on to:
Pam of pamibe and beannachd. She recently gave me a scare with Hurricane Fay, but thankfully, she was out of harm's way. Whew! Pam is a frequent commenter here, and I always find myself commenting on her posts too. Great thinkers think alike, right? (She wasn't the least put out when I privately asked her how to pronounce her blog's name, and I still can't get it!) As I worried about her, she is as worried about the people in the path of Hurricane Gustav.
The Commentator. I 'met' Mr. C. awhile back when I sort of confronted him on one of his posts, and he responded without qualm. That dialog turned into a major discussion that was quite enlightening as well as interesting. Since then, I've enjoyed his sharp mind and wit, neither of which ever wane at all. He's quite a character, and one you should get to know. He'll get you thinking!
Ethan, thank you again, and I sure do hope you get to feeling better soon. If you don't, with your wife's permission and help, I will rope you and drag you to the doctor!
