thinking about thinking...

I've been thinking about this all day and just trying to sit down at this computer and say something! Another busy day:) Jenn nominated me for the Thinking Blog Award...I feel so honored! Throughout the last year, Jenn has become a precious friend--one of the blessings of starting this blog. I also feel like I rarely write anything inspiring...just little bits of life that usually include mention of a diaper, tantrum, sleep, or something of that nature. And looking back on my posts from the last few months, this blog has turned into nothing but Mommydom! In any case, I feel so blessed to be able to share my life with those of you who read. Have I thanked you lately?

Here are the rules of the award:

1. If, and only if, you get tagged, write a post with links to 5 blogs that make you think.

2. Link to this post so that people can easily find the exact origin of the meme.

3. Optional: Proudly display the "Thinking Blogger Award" with a link to the post that you wrote.

All of the links in my sidebar are listed because I find them to be extra-special. Here are five of them that have recently caused my brain to tick a little harder:

Tales of a Crafty Mama: Andi Mae is my sister-in-law but pretty much my sister in many ways. Her blog is the first one I ever loved. I am inspired by her sincere dedication to her family and friendships....not to mention her lovely art.

Gina In China: Gina is a dear friend from college who is currently living in East Asia with her family. Gina always challenges me with her writing. I feel like Gina and Grant are really striving to live the life God has called them to live.

Sweet Little Family: Jennisa is a new read but I'm really enjoying her! I can feel her warm heart through her writing. I can tell she has a heart for God. I go to her place for a smile:)

Four Giggling Monkeys: Aleah is also a real-life, dear friend from across the state. Aleah has been making me think from the time I met her. She already had two children when we started our friendship and I immediately knew I wanted to a mama much like her.

Airmail to Africa: Kristen is a very special friend who is serving in Sierra Leone with Children of the Nations for the year. I miss her! She has such a heart for the people she is working with. It is amazing how her blog makes the world seem smaller and these children seem so real.

A few of these women will not likely be able to follow suit and post five links, but I wanted to make sure that these lovely blogs were highlighted...