Awarding the people who live in the moment,
The noble who write and capture the best in life,
The bold who reminded us what really mattered –
Savoring the experience of quality time.
I am absolutely determined (well, a little bit anyway) to clear all my “unfinished business” before I go to Poland. What do I find, loitering in my Inbox, but a Best Moment Award. It’s a pleasing shape, isn’t it? Reminds me just a bit of Rafa’s Barcelona Trophy, but not quite so heavy.
No, I wasn’t there! I very naughtily pinched this image from Zee News. Apologies.
Moment Matters were kind enough to bequeath me this award, and then, just the other day, lovely Letizia of Dutch goes Italian nominated me again.
I misunderstood initially. I didn’t read the verse properly and had it fixed in my head that this was about a “best moment”. How to choose? So many best moments! And maybe, if I’m lucky, some best moments still to come.
Those incredible blue doors always bring back a magic moment
This one conjures a blogging friendship and a freezing day
How many times have I looked back at this wonderful moment
Shared golden moments in Warsaw’s Stare Miasto
And a truly amazing moment at the Festa dos Tabuleiros in Tomar
Haven’t we shared some beautiful moments, at home and abroad?
A very special wedding
And some wonderful sunsets
We’ve danced and we’ve sang
And made wonderful memories
But now it’s time to return to Poland
Where I hope to be making more beautiful moments to share. Thank you for indulging me. I’m going to pass on this award to some folk who have shared best moments with me.
I’ll be back in a week or so, but then I’m going to the Algarve, so all will be peaceful for a while. Enjoy!
restlessjo 
Interesting Place Jo , Thanks for sharing 🙂
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Jake! I’m so happy to hear from you. I hope all is well? 🙂
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thank you for your travel reports, Johanna!
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I do so enjoy them, Frizz. Thanks for your company. 🙂
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Congratulations Jo. It has been a pleasure sharing these beautiful moments with you 🙂
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Busy making more, Madhu. Family visits over for you? A little time to yourself? 🙂
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Yes! And I hope to stay put for a couple of months at least 🙂
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Congratulations on your award Jo! What a fascinating gathering of people you’ve assembled. We are touched and honored to be included in such eminent company. Many thanks. Can’t wait to check out all these enticing blogs.
Please follow this link to our Awards Page to see our personal response and Thank You.
Have a great time in Poland and travel safe.
Wishing you all the best,
Terri & James
http://gallivance.net/about/
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Thanks, both! Spent the afternoon in Krakow, and really looking forward to going to a small National Park hiking tomorrow. (with an umbrella!) 🙂
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Such beautiful moments Jo and always the best there is. Thanks for sharing sweetie, travel safe, enjoy and know you’ll be missed. 🙂 *big hugs*
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I’m packing! I’m packing! 🙂 🙂 🙂
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LOL! 😀 😀 😀
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Congratulations, Jo. I can see how it would be difficult to pick a best out of all your moments. 😉
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Exhausting, Gem! Off to pack…. 🙂
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Congratulations and bon voyage, Jo! 😀
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Thanks, Dianne. Got to pack and go this morning! 🙂
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Congratulations! You do share beauty!
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Thanks, Ann! That’s my aim. (well, one of them) 🙂
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What a lovely award. I enjoyed your interesting collection of special “moments”.
I too look forward to hearing about your trip to Poland
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So many moments to choose from, Rosie! Not long now and I’m up and away. Thank you. 🙂
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LOVELY,HEY I nominated you http://yassminelnazer.wordpress.com/2013/04/29/nominated-for-an-award/
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Thanks, Yassmin. Gratefully received. 🙂
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most welcome 🙂
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What a beautiful place!
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Thanks Jimmy! Kind of you to follow me. 🙂
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OOHHH thank you Jo for thinking of me – I’m honoured. I enjoyed sharing your moments – and never fail to be in awe of your daughter’s wedding dress. I only wish I had had the courage to wear something like that 🙂
Have a great time!
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Thanks, Marianne. I just came back from visiting with you. Fabulous view! 🙂
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Safe travels! Can’t wait to hear all about it.
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Thanks, Ruth. I’m getting quite excited now! 🙂
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Well done on the award
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Thanks, Ducks! (in Nottingham “me duck” is a familiar greeting- strange folk!) 🙂
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Your mantlepiece is going to collapse under the weight of your awards!
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Mantelpiece! What mantelpiece? Just orange boxes in our house!
(that’s just a small lie) 🙂 I may be visiting Gib next month but it’ll just be a flier. The husband may opt for a peaceful day while I hop a coach trip.
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These are great photos, and some lovely, wonderful moments. I love how your last one is Poland and the fact that you are about to go there and have lots of wonderful moments. 🙂
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I know that the wonderful moments will come, Elaine, but I may be a little tongue-tied and speechless for a while. (it has novelty value- my husband is going to enjoy the peace while I’m gone) 🙂
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Congratulations dear Johanna, wonderful photographs, and always enjoyable to be here… I can travel through your photographs 🙂 Thank you dear, and also you are so nice I should say, it is honor for me too, this award by you, but I hope you forgive me because I can’t have time for awards… Blessing and Happiness, love, nia
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Hi Nia! I fully understand, hon. You have so much artistic work that you do. I just wanted to express my appreciation of your blog. Sorry I didn’t get to pass it on properly- that old enemy time! Thank you! 🙂
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Congratulations, Jo, and thank you for all the best moments you’ve shared with us. Thank you for passing this award on to me. I am honored to accept it, and I look forward to passing it on.
Safe journey and happy travels,
Naomi
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Hi Naomi! Sorry you saw this before I could pass it on properly. I was out walking on the moors this morning, then the haircut- eventually I’ll get to pack! Many thanks and I’m so happy you’re accepting the award. 🙂
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Those wedding outfits are amazing so much more original than a boring old suit and tie job!The bride is lovely too
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Thanks, Simon. She’s a sweetheart too! 🙂
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Congratulations, Jo, on a well-deserved award. I very much enjoy your lovely articles and photos. Blessings for a safe and productive trip.
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Thanks, Lizzie Joy. Had the haircut- just need to pack! 🙂
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