I’ve been nominated for the Beautiful Blogger Award by Hezalyte at Iridessence Indeed and by Ayesha Shroeder Anushka at Finding My Creature Kristi at Dressed To Quill Jane Ayres Patsy Collins and Cheryl at Catching Fireflies for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award *squeals* Thank you so much ladies π What can I say? How many nominations can a girl get in a 2 week period? Lol *blush*
I’ve already received both these awards in the past, so wow! Surely I should be drop dead gorgeous by now and inspiring everyone across the world *snigger* No? It doesn’t work like that? Oh well π
The rules are the same for both of these. Say thank you to the blogger who nominated you (done). List 7 facts about yourself and then nominate 7 bloggers….so lets see, you know I’m a rule breaker, so rather than list 7 things about myself I’m going to show you the town where I live. All the photos taken by me π
Some of you may know I live in Rochester (Kent) in the UK. The town was frequented by Dickens who lived close by. He loved the place (as do i!) so much that he was inspired to use a lot of the locations in the town for his books.
This is the Cathedral graveyard where you’ll find the grave of Little Dorritt.
Below, The Vines, where Dickens would often be seen walking (no doubt mulling a plot over). He was seen in here, leaning against a fence people watching the day before he died.
The Cathedral, 2nd oldest in the country, after Canterbury.
Dickens chalet, where he wrote some of his masterpieces. It was moved from his garden to its current location after his death.
The Castle, site of many a battle! Dickens would often be seen walking round it talking to himself.
Dickens wanted to be buried in the Castle Moat, but when he died, Queen Victoria wouldn’t allow it and insisted his body be laid to rest in Westminster Abbey. The first, and only time an English monarch has ever over ruled a persons last will and testament.
Eastgate House, featured in two of Dickens novels. He obviously found it inspiring as a location.
Restoration House, famous in its own right, but now, people come to stare at it because Dickens used it for Miss Haversham’s house in Great Expectations. I don’t know if Dickens ever got to go inside, but I have π
And finally, Minor Cannons Row, which lies behind the Cathedral. Dickens used it in The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
I could have shown you sooooo much more, but this post is turning into 2 posts lol π So now, back to business π
I’m nominating the following bloggers for the Beautiful Blogger Award
Holly Michael
Bridget Whelan
Florence at Ramblings From The Left
Sabrina at Creativity or Crazy
Sam at Him, Her and Us
Madalyn Morgan
Bel Anderson
I’m nominating the following bloggers for the Inspiring Blogger Award
Cheryl at Creating Space 365
Sue at sassyspeaks
Lin at Voices in My Head
Joanne Phillips
Morgen Bailey
Patsy Collins
Sue at The Long & The Short Of It
So on top of all that I’ve also been nominated again for the Blog Of The Year award, this time by Hunter Emkay and Chris Stocking so a huge thank you to both! It appears I now have 8 stars π
Please take a moment to visit some of these wonderful bloggers and I hope you enjoyed the mini tour π Do you find where you live inspiring?
You deserve all your bloggie awards, and thanks for posting these wonderful Dickens pics. An appropriate way to end the year I reckon!
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Awwww, thanks Pauline π
He he he, yeah, Dickens does remind you of Christmas….I wonder why? π
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I LOVE those pic of Dickens’ favorite haunts! How cool that you get to walk in his footsteps and see the things that so inspired him! And congrats on teh Beautiful Blogger award! Way to go!
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Thanks Tina π
I LOVE it! My only regret is the pub at the bottom of my road, which is where Dickens use to stop for a drink on his way into Rochester. He always sat in the same spot, on the same bar stool, up at the bar. I kept meaning to go in there, to sit at the bar in his spot, but it burnt down last year π¦
Moral to that story….DON’T PUT THINGS OFF! π
Thanks honey π
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Thank you for the award You are the most inspiring and prolific blogger I know. I wish I had the time to chat but as you know I am preparing for a trip to your side of the world. And if you e mail me your number I can add you to the list of people to phone so at least we can hear, if not see, who we chatter to on line. Have a great holiday!
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Awwww, thank you so much Sue! π and you’re very welcome!
Ooooo, yes, have a LOVELY trip honey. It’s not to bad here t the moment temp wise, but it’s VERY wet! Bring wellies! Lol
Will do that π
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Congrats again!! The hubby recognized Havershams π Very cool places. If we ever get to England, may have to add Rochester to the list.
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Thanks Mel π
Wow, did he now, excellent!
Oh you definitely should, and I will gladly be your tour guide *bows* π
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You are on quite the roll!
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I am Bridget! Lol π
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I love the black and white photo of the trees! π great photos thanks for sharing.
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Glad you enjoyed the mini tour Rebecca π
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You are a superstar! Well done and huge congratulations on all these totally deserved awards!!!
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He he he, thanks Nicky! π
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Congratulations on your awards! (Seems we nominated each other without realising the other already had the award. Great and inspiring minds …)
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He he he spooky! π
Thanks Patsy!
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I love all things Dickens, so thanks for sharing these great pics. On a recent visit to London, I was sooo disappointed to learn that the place at the top of my list to visit, the Dickens Museum, was closed for refurbishment. Maybe next time π
Oh, and congrats on the awards. Well deserved!
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You’re welcome honey π Glad you enjoyed them!
Awwwww, that’s a shame. I have been, but, I like to think he preferred it here π
Thank you π
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Holy Blog Awards!! Congratulations to a beautiful and inspiring blogger! π
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Thanks Cheryl π
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Congrats on your awards!!
I loved your Dickens tour! Thanks for sharing such interesting facts and photographs. π
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Thanks CB, glad you enjoyed it π
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Congratulations! You take beautiful pictures. Yes, I do find where I live inspiring though has no where the sights around like you have near…lol…those are some amazing places. I live in a rural area on a few acres, love all the wildlife, and enjoy the quiet outdoors. I will never be a city gal. π
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Thanks Sabrina π
Oooooo, now where you live sounds VERY appealing! When I become as rick as JK Rowling (ha bloody ha!) I will buy a 2nd home in the country so I get the best of both worlds π
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Congratulations on all the awards and I loved the pictures. Dickens is one of my favorite authors so it’s nice to see places where he actually hung out.
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Thanks Jenny π
It’s what I love about my town!
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Congrats! And your pictures are great π I’ve been meaning to go to Rochester forever and it’s still on my to-do list… something to do in 2013 maybe?
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Thanks honey π
You really should! I can highly recommend it, but hey, I’m biased lol
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Fabulous pics! You deserve all these awards because you are beautiful and inspiring!!! π
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Awwwww, thanks Dianne π
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You are indeed a beautiful person and I cherish these posts you share with all of us. Thank you so much for the award. I promise after my Holiday break to include it in my posts and send on the love to others π
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Awwwww, thank you so much honey and you are very welcome π
Have a LOVELY holiday Florence, look forward to reading it!
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Hi Vikki – you totally deserve your awards! You are one of the hardest-working bloggers I know (you certainly put me to shame…) Thank you for the Beautiful Blogger Award – I will post in January at some point! Rochester looks fascinating – it will go on my list of places to visit π
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Awwww, thanks Bel π
No worries honey, MERRY CHRISTMAS! Have a good one π
I’ll happily show you around π
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Thank you so much for your nomination Vikki. I’m honored and grateful to reciprocate the love back to you again. http://creatingspace365.com/2012/12/21/021-remembering-the-sevens/
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Awwwww, thanks Cheryl, and you’re very welcome π
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