It’s been ages since I have taken part in a Blogger Award and today I received a nice surprise nomination by Amarjeet. She is a mom blogger who writes about her family life including kid-friendly recipes, great ideas for self-care, as well as her life experiences in India. You should give her a follow (Twitter / Facebook).
Now, what are the rules of the Mystery Blogger Award? Here goes:

Mystery Blogger Award is an award for amazing bloggers with ingenious posts. Their blog not only captivates; it inspires and motivates. They are one of the best out there, and they deserve every recognition they get. This award is also for bloggers who find fun and inspiration in blogging, and they do it with so much love and passion.
– Okoto Enigma

RULES TO FOLLOW

• Put the award logo/image on your blog.
• Thank whoever nominated you and provide a link to their blog.
• Tell your readers 3 things about yourself.
• You have to nominate 10 – 20 people.
• Notify your nominees by commenting on their blog.
• Ask your nominees any 5 questions of your choice; with one weird or funny question (specify)
• Share a link to your best post(s).

3 THINGS ABOUT MYSELF

1. Over 10 years ago I got a tattoo during a solo-trip to Dublin. I chose to print on my skin the word “free“. Freedom means being my true self, not trading my values in, and enjoying the full extent of what life has to offer. I’ve lived by that all my life and I plan to continue doing so.

2. While in high school, I once forgot to put my shoes on and went to school in my slippers! I have no idea how that is even possible, but whenever parents of teens complain about how inconsiderate they can be, that episode gives me perspective.

3. I have huge difficulties in remembering people’s faces. In general, my memories are rarely visual. My dreams are very blurry and I may have a recollection I visited a certain place, but have a hard time describing any detail. I rarely remember my kids’ friends’ faces (unless I see them often for a long period) or their parents’. I don’t even recognise my own neighbours! You know those important diplomats that have assistants who whisper in their ears the name of all the guests present at official events? That’s me and my husband on a daily basis. On top of that I’m very social and I meet plenty of people, so I’m the worst spot possible. If you know me and are reading this, please know this is the reason I don’t say hello when we run into each other!

MY QUESTIONS AND MY NOMINATIONS

You know me, so I’ll make it as weird and embarrassing as possible. Alright, alright, I’ll behave. I’ll even try and make it uplifting.

1. What is one thing that gives you true joy in your daily life?
2. What are the qualities a good friend should have?
3. Can you list one aspect of yourself you are truly proud of?
4. Could you share a positive memory from your childhood?
5. Who’s a person in your life that inspires you and why?

My nominations are:
Dad blogger and internet friend Yule Times
Thando from Modern Zulu Mom
Codie a veteran blogger who just had a baby (follow her for the cutest pics)
Aishwarya, mom blogger in India (loved her piece on paternity leave)
Funny mom of four Kathleen (her tweets brighten up my days)
Always-on-the-move mom blogger Ghada
Varpu from Her Finland
Fellow adoptive mama Nicole
Master home accountant Katy
Carl, another great dad blogger to follow

I cannot wait to read their answers and get to know new blog to follow. Big thanks to Amarjeet for nominating me, this was fun!