I grew up in Ootischenia, a small town in British Columbia, Canada – population of 500. I grew up fishing, playing hockey and tormenting my younger brothers. Under firm parental guidance, I learned the “life trades” of discipline, work ethic and execution. Fast forward more than 20 years of working and leading in large U.S. corporations, here I am. A husband. A father. A leader. A manager. A grinder. A reader. A learner.
As Craig Harper states, “genetics aren’t optional but what we do with them is.” I believe that being a life long learner is core to an inspired life. Life is about growth and realizing our own unique potential. Inch by Inch. Day by Day.
I’ve arrived at mid-life. It’s come shockingly quickly. And perhaps it’s not a coincidence that it has come along with a better appreciation of the wonder of nature, the beauty of art and the magic of music. This realization has come late, but it has come. I read a passage in a book by Paul Pearsall titled “The Beethoven Factor: The New Positive Psychology of Hardiness, Happiness, Healing, and Hope” where he stated that cancer survivors who thrive (“thrivers”) dig deep to see the world and their experiences in a most human way – and you haven’t lived the day if you haven’t laughed heartily and cried freely. I’m trying to live a similar life – and share some of these “ah-ha” moments or inspirations that make me wonder, make me laugh or bring tears to my eyes.
Why Blog? I think Seth Godin captured my inspiration for blogging when he was asked why he blogged. He said “if you are blogging for other people you are going to be disappointed…even if no one would read it, I would still blog…this is a great chance for me to clear my thoughts and put them into the world, what an opportunity.”
Thanks for visiting.
Lead.Learn.Live.
David Kanigan
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Thank you for doing this. Hoping all is well.
You are the most dedicated person I know in all you do. When the heck do you have time to blog!
Good luck! I look forward to reading about what makes you tick.
Best regards,
Art
Well done Dave!
Always inspiring in many ways.
Don’t know if you remember me, Dave, but we crossed paths at Citi. A Chicagoland colleague shared a few with me and I’m now an avid reader. Given my role at Women & Co., I am particularly enjoying your blogs relating to women and girls. You inspire all of us to keep climbing the hill! Happy holidays!
I love the reason for blogging that Seth Godin gives and you have embraced! Thank you!
Thanks for dropping by my piece of real estate.
David, thank you for visiting my blog and liking it. i enjoyed your posts here. cheers, y
Hey, David, thanks for dropping by the blog. Seems we are kindred souls, wanting to impart wisdom to those who desire a word of encouragement which is so needed in the hectic pace of life. Be well.
Hi DA. For me, it is as much receiving as giving (of the wisdom).
Thanks for stopping by. Dave
Thanks for liking my post. I have enjoyed reading through some of your posts and am looking forward to exploring your blog and reading some more soon
Thank you Emma.
Thank you for visiting, David. Looking forward to exploring your blog.
Hello David
Thanks a ton for dropping by at my blog and for the ‘likes’ . Appreciate your visits
Howdy –
Thanks for stopping by my blog today, I’m glad you did. I believe I’ll enjoy yours.
Hi David,
Thanks for stopping by..
Nik
so true! thanks for visiting my Journey!
God bless you. Thank you very mutch David.
/Ric
Thanks for visiting my blog. What ‘Seth Godin’ said about blogging is so true.
Love this page….you have caught my attention. Sounds warm and inviting. Look forward to seeing more.
Best wishes
Celeste
Thank you for liking my blog David. As a newbie, it felt good to have been noticed and ‘liked’. I love your philosophy
I love the simplicity of your blog yet the powerful and passionate message which comes through. Thanks for visiting and liking my blog. I appreciate it.
Nice. I like your visin and focus keep it up. You are inspiring me to make sure I blog and express my thoughts here!
“Those who believe in personal accountability. Those who seek continuous improvement and improved personal productivity. Those who, like me, seek an “ah-ha” moment…or some inspiration in nature, music, art or in any other creation or achievement…or even a laugh to keep it all in perspective.”
I am on a personal quest to really become a person of action and self improvemnt.
Keep it up!!!
Hi. Thank you and thanks for visiting. Dave
thanks David for reading coaching culture and liking our post on communication and leadership, appreciate the support! we’ve enjoyed reading your blog, great insight.
david — i just wanted to congratulate you on a fantatic blog…. love matthew collier
Thanks for visiting my blog David.
Really appreciate it. Keep on writing these inspiring posts. The world needs positivity! 
I agree wholeheartedly with “the secret of blogging” being about writing for yourself whether anyone else reads it or not. I’ve done the “blogging for the other guy” thing and it went unread and unnoticed. When I really started blogging for my own enjoyment, entertainment, and edification that’s when it “hit”. I think what resonates with other people is authenticity and truth. If people want something written for ‘the audience’ there are an endless number of scripts out there to be read.
Looking forward to reading what you have to share.
Hi David,
Thanks for dropping by my blog and “liking” today’s post. If you do stop by again and the post rags on dysfunctional management, I hope you don’t get mad at me
Cheers!
Thanks for the “like” on my blog David. I really like the upbeat tone of your blog. Glad to have found it.
Love your blog too. Fan in Seth’s. Glad I found you too
Thank you for “liking” my post about my parents.
You sound like an interesting person and I look forward to reading more of your blog.
Hi David – and thanks for stopping by earlier and liking my article “What’s in it for me?”. I’ve enjoyed reading through a few of your articles, and look forward to digging into more. Stop by again soon…
Howdy –
Thanks for stopping by my blog today. I’m glad you did. I’m going to enjoy yours also.
Thank you for reading my blog on Linked2Leadership. It was my first attempt, so the feedback if VERY encouraging. I like your desription above as to why you blog also. Again, Thanx!
Thanks for visiting Lori. Good luck with your blog. You are off to a great start. Dave
Hi there Dave, thanks for liking my latest leadership blog. Great to discover yours too. Good things going on across the planet!
All the best from Mac in Edinburgh
Hi Mac. Thanks for dropping by and visiting. Dave
Hello. I nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award.
Find info here: http://bipolarmuse.com/2012/02/07/one-lovely-blog-award/
David, thank you for visiting my site and leaving your footprint. I can’t wait to explore your blog—the introduction here is already inspiring.
Inspiring! Great to see the vim and vigour expressed in words…..and the enthusiasm!
Thanks for visiting our blog, David, and for leaving a ‘like’! Looking forward to exploring yours.
Hi, David. Thanks for the “like.” You tell a story here on the “about” page. I like it and I’m looking forward to reading more of your posts.
Hello, glad you liked my post. Great blog!
A blog, filled with inspiration. Thanks for finding me, David. And even more thanks for leading me here!
I never cease to be amazed by the individual uniqueness of each of us, and the realization that this is what makes us so uniquely common.
Lead.Learn.Live. ?
Sounds like subjects they should teach along with the three R’s.
See ya’ in the blogosphere
BJ -aka- Xmatman
Thank you for stopping by my blog and clicking on like. I read a few of your post and enjoyed it also. Hope you will stop by again. I will be stopping your blog in the future.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
Thank you for coming by and liking my post today. I love how you describe your self. After reading your about page I know this is a blog I could really enjoy and get a lot out of. I look forward to reading a lot from you.
Maria
Hey Dave
Thanks for the “like” on my last blog post on “The Practical Optimist”. Will be reading up on your blog right after quitting time today!
Cheers
Steven
Dave:
Thanks for the positive comment’s on my blog and the “like”. I am now a follower of yours and look forward to learning from you.
Dave, I really, really like your blog! Thanks for “liking” my recent post on Steve Jobs. I’m a neophyte at blogging, and your blog is a real inspiration. Keep up the good work!
Jay
Hi Jay. Thank you. Good luck with your Blog. You are off to a terrific start. Dave
Thanks, enjoyed reading your blog
Thank you taking the time to Like on my blog Be happy with who you are… much appreciated and nice to know people read them. I like and will follow your comments too to see what I can learn …
Thank you for reading and liking my new post. I just finished reading a lot of your work. It is very inspirational. I could not agree more, inch by inch, day by day, goal by goal. It is great that your own blogging “therapy” can also inspire so many others. Keep up the good work!
I always enjoy your posts, and this is one of the most inspiring blogs out there. If you choose to participate, I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award! http://sweatlikemambo.wordpress.com/2012/02/19/versatile-blogger-award-yay-2/
Another great post, David. Thanks for all you share through this blog!
Hi Alvin, thank you. Dave
Thanks you for the feedback Alvin. I appreciate it. Dave
Thanks for the like. I’m glad I found your blog!
Inspiring post David. Continuous improvement is definitely something I live for, it gives us so many choices, experiences and achievements
Hi Jay. Thank you and thanks for visiting. Dave
Thanks for liking my post at http://jennysserendipity.wordpress.com/2012/02/21/henry-cartier-brensson
Inspiring Blogg!
Thanks for visiting our new blog and liking a post recently Dave,Greetings from Sydney
Hi Dave, I am new on this and trying to improve my English by reading people like you.. what a beautiful blog you have here. Thank you for dropping by and I am going to follow your blog. have a great day.
Thanks for visiting and your feedback. I appreciate it. Dave
“I’ve come to better appreciate the wonder of nature, the beauty of art and the magic of music.”
Agreed! If only we had educational systems and societies that enabled everyone to do these things at a young age we’d have a very different world. Glad I stumbled upon your blog – looking forward to more browsing around.
Hi David! Just had a wander through your posts and really enjoyed! Thanks fro liking a recent blog of mine, We have much in common, we both love to learn and are from the coasts of Canada. I from the east and you from the west! Looking forward to seeing more of you in the future.
A fellow Canadian. Thanks for visiting!
Thanks for following my Blogg and liking my post at http://jennysserendipity.wordpress.com/2012/02/13/vincent-van-gogh-looks-back-1889/
That is so true that life is about growth and realizing our potential.
I like this post, it’s very inspiring and well written.
Greetings from Kaya
The mind is the battlefield
Thanks for taking the time to read (and “like”) my blog on teambuilding, it is much appreciated … and great to know that someone else likes what I’m writing.
I’m with you on this! If only I could come up with this..
I am not the greatest but learning how to take ideas and thoughts and write them down in a clear and effective manner.
I hope that blogging will help me develop this skill.
Thanks for doing your posts!
Cheers,
Mac
Mack, you’re too tough on yourself. You have terrific posts. Good luck and thanks for visiting. Dave
Thanks Dave! Stay tuned there even better stuff coming up!
Mac
Thanks Dave! Stay tuned I will be posting some personal bike travel stuff this summer.
Mac
Thank you for visiting my blog. I’ve just read a few of your posts here, and really like them. Thanks for the inspiration. I look forward to reading more of your thoughts.
Libby
Great ideas here! And thank you for liking my blog too (gallerycatsandhens). All the best with it – I, like you, would still blog even if no-one read it! For me, I find it very therapeuatic!
here’s to blogging!
Thank you.
Thank you man for checking my blog out, OMG you are pretty awesome too, I like yours too. We should keep in touch, my best Regards..
Thank you for visiting my blog and liking my post @ http://jennysserendipity.wordpress.com/2012/02/27/some-of-the-rarest-and-unusual-languages-in-the-world-very-cool/
Fabulous Blog… Love your bio… and yes I blog for myself… it became my space between corporate life and my eat, pray love year and now creating a business….
Thank you! Good luck with your business…
Hi David
Thanks for visiting my blog and liking my post – interesting to read your take on creativity and potential. I am thinking more about that at present.
Thanks for stopping by and a thumbs up on my post regarding 30 Things to Stop Doing to Yourself
Thank you for the like at Great business advice from Mother Teresa
David, thank you for “liking” my recent blog How CEOs Build Company-Wide Results.
Thank you for the support on me staying positive..Just taking a break from studying..My brain is pretty much friend so here I am back at wordpress
Also, thanks for visiting my blog and liking my post If You Forget Me by Pablo Neruda…Have a good weekend
David,
It was so kind of you to stop by my blog. I find the amount of people you have inspired inspiring in itself. Thank you!
I will visit from time to time…
Kerri
Hi Kerri, thank you and thanks for visiting. I enjoyed your posts. Dave
Dear David,
This is a phenomenal blog; a solid dose of some much-needed inspiration.
Thank you for visiting my blog and liking my post. It’s a humbling experience, being recognized by someone as talented as you.
Cheers,
Yousuf
Thank you Yousuf
Hello David..Thank you for liking my post Pham and Her Gold Fish
Happy Monday!
I had never read that about Seth Godin blogging for self (above, in ‘About’); but that’s exactly what I was telling my daughter this afternoon when she asked me why I blog. Several years ago (2003) I started a Yahoo Group revolving around Ambient Music. It was merely a repository for cool things,links, artists, sites, etc. Then 1 person joined, then another (presumably via search engines). Today it has 140+ members, mostly ambient recording artists & net.label owners & I get most of my music at no charge (!) – but that was hardly the goal.
Now I have several blogs: 1 for running, 1 for ambient music, 1 for leadership, 1 for Apologetics, 1 that parallels my Twitter feed & 1 I created for my kids to do homework: Homework Blogger – easy for me to track & forward to school if forgotten (heh, the “dog’ can’t eat it anymore).
Blogging helps refine my thoughts and express myself. They’re synched with my Blackberry to that stray thoughts on the road can be “sent” to my blog and extrapolated later on or over the weekend.
And, even if no-one ever reads them…I’ll still blog.
;- )
Thanks for visiting and sharing your thoughts. We’re aligned. Dave
Thanks for the visit David and have a good weekend
Great Philosophy David! It is best to write for the love of writing.
Thank you for liking my post about my advice about life
I have nominated you for a Versatile Blogger Award
http://kiwiblogbus.com/2012/03/14/versatile-blogger-award-id-like-to-thank/
Thank you Vicki
I’ve just nominated you for the versatile blogger award
http://stephyness.wordpress.com/2012/03/14/madonna-vs-the-pope/
Thank you!
awesome blog. seth godin. yes. i couldn’t agree with him more about blogging. look forward to reading your future posts!
-ames
Thank you Amy
very true I have told people the same thing. If you are blogging for others instead of yourself and your own thoughts…not good
Thank you David for the visit and liking my post about Old Barn by Ronneil Camara Photography. I love hos photographs and he promised me more pictures. Happy weekend.
Jenny, the photos are amazing. Thanks for sharing them.
Your welcome David…happy blogging!
I absolutely loved your blog! I just sat down and read some 20 odd posts. You are so good at what you do
I started a blog some 5 days back and if there is some parameter I want to see myself reach in an year’s time or so, it is Your blog here.
Carpe Diem.
Thegirlnextgalaxy
(From http://thepoeticallyincorrect.wordpress.com/)
Wow! Thank you! Good luck in your journey…
Enjoyed this and your other words of wisdom! I am new to wordpress. After sending many on journeys around the world I took one person’s suggestion to begin to blog. As I enter the next chapter in my life this seems like a worthwhile adventure thus far.
Thank you and Good Luck in all you do!
Allyson
allysonjoyof travel
Good luck Allyson
Hello David,
Thanks for visiting my blog! As I was reading your “About” statement, I was resonating to the part about writing the blog even if nobody is reading it. I started out that way, and even though I knew nobody was reading it, it served the purpose of propelling me to make good on all the things I said I was going to do. It still does…but now I have an audience.
Alli
Hi Alli. Good for you. Thanks for dropping by. Dave
I’m really enjoying your blog, and slowly working my way through it.
Libby
Great blog.=)
Dave, thank you for appreciating my blog. I enjoy your philosophy and will enjoy reading about your leadership journey. I like the reflective process, and I like to know what other people think. I particularly enjoy having a different type of conversation with people I speak to day to day, out side of the blog. We communicate in a more focused way in writing. I also love hearing from people who I remember from years ago. They joys of having been around for a long while.
Hi Shirley. Thanks for visiting and sharing your thoughts. Dave
David, I nominated you for The Very Inspiring Blogger award. Check it out : http://monahoward.com/2012/03/25/very-inspiring/
When I wrote this, I forgot to include directions: 1) Include the image of the award on your post, 2) acknowledge the person who nominated you & link back to his/her blog, 3) write a list of things about yourself [usually it’s 7], 4) nominate 7 or more bloggers.
Thank you so much Mona. I appreciate it. Dave
Thank you for liking, David. Looking forward to exploring your blog.
Hi David. I stopped by to let you know I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award! You can check out my post to view your nomination!
Thank you so much!
Hi David,
Believe it or not, I came across your blog through Pinterest. After perusing your site, I’ve enjoyed your inspiration, quotes and insight. Thanks for your dedication and materials you’ve been able to find!
Aurelia Ann
Hi Ann. Thank you and thanks for dropping by. Dave
Thanks, David, for taking time out of your Easter to visit my blog. I appreciate the “like” on my Legend of the Dogwood post.
Thanks for visiting our blog, projectsinpractice. I look forward to reading your future posts.
Really nice blog thanks for sharing!
Thank you Bonnie
This is my first time here. I just popped in to read your about page. I identify very much with the reasons you blog. Affirmation is nice, but it is not what motivates me to write. That I do to meet myself. And I literally, at least weekly, learn, remember, or recognize a part of me I did not, before I wrote it down.
Thanks for visiting and sharing your thoughts. Sounds like we are aligned in our thinking…
I too started blogging for me … how wonderful it is to meet like-minded people through reading theirs and them reading mine! Thanks for sharing. I just happened to wander onto your blog …
I am reminded of an author talk I attended two nights ago (in Detroit, Michigan). Dr. Lisa Hinz wrote a book called The Expressive Therapies Continuum. She was talking about enriching your life. She would like your page, here! She (and your page) reminded me how important it is to “find your flow” slow down and to feed your seven different hungers: eye (visual stimulation), nose (scents), auditory (music), heart, mind, and finally stomach and cellular hunger. In other words, life is about (as you so eloquently wrote) seeking an “ah-ha” moment…or some inspiration in nature, music, art or in any other creation or achievement…or even a laugh to keep it all in perspective.
Thanks for the second reminder in two days! I guess I needed it.
Thanks for visiting and sharing your thoughts. Great insights!
I’ll be back! hahaha!
You have an awesome blog! I would like to nominate you for the Kreativ Blogger Award (if you do the whole blogger award thing). I truly believe that you consistently produce quality work!
David,
I have been following your post for a couple months now and I have to tell you that it has been so validating and affirming. I look forward to every single one of your posts and hope that some day I can be as wise as you!
Thanks for the great wisdom you share and for being such an inspiration for many of us.
Hi Paula. I’m humbled by your kind words. As to “wise”, I’m not so sure I deserve that label – constant learner is probably closer to reality. Thank you so much for sharing. You made my day. Dave
Hi David! I have nominated you for the versatile blogger award. Go to http://thetruthwarrior.wordpress.com/2012/05/02/the-versatile-blogger-award/ for more…… Well done and keep up the inspiring work!! Namaste. TW
Thank you so much. I appreciate it. Very kind. Dave
Hello David!
I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award. For more information, go here: http://wp.me/p27uZp-9V
Cheers,
George
Hi George. Thank you so much. I’m humbled. Dave
My pleasure, Dave!
Please accept my Versatile Blogger Award nomination at http://candidconcourse.wordpress.com/
Thank you Shantelle. I’m humbled by your nomination.
thank you for your inspiring!
I have nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award. It’s okay if you choose not to accept the nomination, just know that I think your blog is inspiring. If you choose to accept the award, here are the guidelines: Thank the person who nominated you and link back to them in your post ; Share 7 things about yourself ; Nominate 15 or so bloggers you admire ; Contact your chosen bloggers to let them know. Blessings, Genie (http://geniespeaks.wordpress.com/2012/05/22/one-lovely-blog-award)
Thank you so much Genie. I’m humbled that you think enough of my ramblings and posts to nominate me. I’ve only been at it 6 months or so. Let’s see if I can sustain this. Appreciate it very much. Thanks again. Dave
Hello David, I have nominated you again. This time for the “One Lovely Blog Award”. I know that you not participate in the Blog Award ritual, but I just wanted to let you know that you are appreciated.
Thank you very much by the nomination. I appreciate your kindness and the time you took to give me your feedback. I’m humbled that you follow.
I have nominated you for a Versatile Blogger Award
Richard, thank you very much. I appreciate your kind words and thoughts.
I’ve nominated you for the Beautiful Blogger Award. If you choose to accept it, the rules are listed in my post at http://anotherlovelyday.wordpress.com/2012/06/14/beautiful-blogger-award/. If you choose not to accept, no worries.
Truth is beauty . . . thanks for sharing and creating beauty in our lives, Dave.
Thank you Sandy. Your nomination and kind words are humbling. I appreciate it very much. Dave
I love your blog. This Sunday I awarded the Dandelion Award to you. There is no strings attached for the Dandelion Award, it just marks one quality blog a week. You can use the Dandelion Award image if you wish. The review of your blog, and why you were chosen is here:
http://liberatedway.com/2012/06/17/dandelion-award-to-lead-learn-live/
Alex, I was moved beyond words by your post. Thank you so much. I plan to respond. Stay tuned. Dave
Hi David, You’re so right! Share, teach, learn.. Let the people grow.. Greetz, Summer
Hi Summer. Thanks and thank you for dropping by…
I’ve nominated you for the Sunshine Award!
http://blog.glennweissel.com/2012/07/22/sunshine-award/
all the best!
David, thank you for stopping by my blog and liking. I enjoyed the Seth Godin quote. Part of my transformation was just in that piece. Who was I blogging for? Once it became it became personal, it became real, less daunting, and more humbling.
Take care,
Ivon
Hi Ivon. Yes. This was the same experience for me. That once you remove your ego from the process and focus on what inspires or impacts you, it becomes a real awakening and (as you say it) a most humbling experience. It has all been an eye-opener for me.
Hi David, I know you’re aware of the ‘very inspiring blogger’ award I nominated you for, but I owe you an official message, so here goes.. Thanks for your inspiring words
http://foroneplease.wordpress.com/2012/07/29/inspiration-awarded/
Thank you so much. I’m humbled by your kind words and your nomination.
David – seriously thanks for the inspiration. I love what you post – your own writing and your ability to post the best from other sources. Today I nominated you for the very inspiring blogger award. Maybe others have done the same – you deserve it.
- Michael
Hi David, I have nominated you for the Reader Appreciation Award – http://feelpositive.wordpress.com/2012/08/16/reader-appreciation-reward/
Great effort and thank you!
I’m a little embarrassed to say that before today I hadn’t heard of Ootischenia…and I have lived in BC all my life! You have a great site here…I’ll be following with interest…
Cheers,
EC
http://www.macrocritters.wordpress.com
Hi Ernie. Thank you. If I may ask, where in BC do you live?
I love your blog and have nominated you for several awards! Please don’t feel obligated to participate – just know that you are appreciated. Here’s the post: http://newsofthetimes.org/2012/08/28/tuesday-tunes-ramble-on-and-awards-galore/ Keep up the great work!
Jenni, what a wonderful message to receive at the end of a long day. Thank you so much for the nomination and the kind words. I’m humbled and moved.
Yay!!! I am so glad to make your day!!! Thanks for your excellent work and for sharing it with all of us!
Hello, I nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award. Visit this post to read about the award and rules for acceptance: http://blog.glennweissel.com/2012/09/03/one-lovely-blog-award/
Thank you so much Glenn. I’m humbled. I will visit your post. Dave
Hello!! I am enjoying discovering your thoughts and agree on the issue of audience and who you write for. To be authentic you must write of things you feel and care about or want to learn. I guess then the audience finds you. When I used to keep a journal before there was such a thing as blogging, that was an issue I contemplated quite a bit. Do I write as a catharsis only for me, do I write for whatever offspring might be tempted to pick up such a volume and curiously read after my demise, am I warming up for a book? What? I do love getting perspective from others though as it fills up life much more positively than the news.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and stopping by.
Enjoyed your post one more time…. Thank you for doing what you do!
Thanks Melody, appreciate your feedback.
Thanks for following my blog, David. I love what you wrote in your About page. You seem like a man of integrity, someone with pure intentions. You have a great positive energy and I look forward to reading more.
just a little sidebar… My son in-law is from Victoria BC. It’s beautiful there. I actually think I may end up moving there so that I could be closer to my daughter.
Hi. Thank you for your kind words. My brother lives just north of Victoria in Comox. Victoria and Vancouver Island are wonderful – a paradise. You’d be blessed to be able to live there. Hope it all works out for you. Thanks for dropping by.
Hi!
I have nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award. For the details, you can see it on my blog here: http://klling.wordpress.com/2012/10/25/my-first-one-lovely-blog-award-nomination/
Have a great day,
Kim
Thank you Kim. I’m honored.
Nice personal profile–I too grew up in a (less) small town in B.C. and can appreciate the scale of change and ambition required for you to end up in such a different world. I will explore your blog a bit.
Hi. Thank you. It has been a climb and I feel I’m still climbing.
Appreciate you dropping by and following. Dave
I guess we all have to climb forever or sink back. My mom still lives there and climbs every day. Thanks for following mine as well.
Smiling. I agree. Grow or…(the opposite). Thanks again.
THANKS for visiting my “pun-ny” photoblog and leaving a “like.” I can’t help hearing plants, animals, and objects “talking.”
–John R.: http://TheDailyGraff.com
Thank you John. Enjoyed your blog.
Always enjoying your beautiful site, and now I am letting you know that I have nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. Details of this award can be viewed on my site. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Thank you. I’m grateful for your nomination and your kind words. Happy Holidays. Dave
A Star for you Dave… xoxoxo
http://abcofspiritalk.wordpress.com/2012/12/04/lifes-little-pleasures/
Hi David-
Visiting via Misifusa’s Blog.
PeAce!
RoSy
Hi RoSy. Thanks for visiting and following.
David, a long overdue note to thank you for the various award nominations you have sent my way across the year – http://anakegoodall.wordpress.com/unawards/. it is an honour indeed to receive these from the blogmeister! very warmest regards …
Smiling. Thank you Anake. Unnecessary but nonetheless appreciated. As I stated previously, your blog posts start my day each morning. I appreciate our virtual friendship. Happy Holidays my friend. And as you say, Namaste. Dave
Dave, I’ve nominated you for the “Family of Bloggers” Award. My list wouldn’t be complete if it didn’t include you. Thanks again for including me among your nominees. To see the nomination, visit http://anotherlovelyday.wordpress.com/2012/12/13/overdue-thank-yous-awards-and-a-little-winnie-the-pooh.
Thanks so much for your friendship and followship.
~ Sandy
I’ve nominated you for the Blog of the Year Award 2012! Thank you for being a great supporter. Keep up the great work, you blog inspires me!
http://makesomethingmondays.wordpress.com/2012/12/18/blogger-of-the-year-award-2012/
Thank you so much for the nomination and your kind words. I too love your blog. Happy holidays to you and your family. Dave
Hey David. I nominated you for the Tell Me About Yourself Award.
http://thejolynproject.com/2012/12/18/give-the-gifts-that-keep-on-giving-awards/ Thanks for spreading positive energy through your blog.
Hi Jolyn. Thank you! I appreciate your nomination and your kind words.
You’re welcome.
David, Quick question. What did you do to get the symbols for facebook, Twitter… on your home page? (The symbols after , follow via.) I have not been able to figure that out. Any suggestions would be great. Thanks, Kristin
Kristin, I’ll send you an email. Stand by.
Dave — Here’s another nomination for the “Blog of the Year” Award to add to your collection.
) Thanks again for including me in your list of nominees. To see the post, visit: anotherlovelyday.wordpress.com/2012/12/26/thank-you/. I hope you have an awesome 2013!
~ Sandy
Thank you so much Sandy. Happy Holidays and New Year to you and your family too. Dave
Hi David, I know it’s late but I nominated you for the “Blog Of The Year” award. Check it out:
http://writersfield.wordpress.com/2013/01/04/blog-of-the-year-2012-award/
Tarasai, thank you! I appreciate the nomination. Happy New Year!
Pleasure David. Glad you like it.
David, today you are the recipient of the Super Sweet Blogging Award! (http://abundelic.wordpress.com/2013/01/18/super-sweet-blogging-award/). I love your photos of unique places around the world and your quotes. I love your blog and look forward to seeing what you have to share each day! Thanks for your inspiration!
Thanks for the nomination and the kind words Vicki. I appreciate it. Dave
cool!
ciao! luvFAB blog.
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Thank you!
Yeah, life…the big learning curve. So curved you often end up going around the bend trying to figure it out right?
AD in Paradise suggested I pop over for a read at your spot.
I’m glad I did.
Hi. Thanks for dropping by and following. I can’t say that I’m around the bend or even see the bend, but always in search of it.
Hi David, Thanks so much for visiting and following my blog! I was happy to have discovered your site tonight!
I look forward to visiting here often.
Thanks Susan. The pleasure was all mine. You have amazing talent…
Hi there! I have nominated your blog for the REALITY Award at http://tinylessonsblog.com/2013/05/11/time-for-gratitude-and-thanks/. But don’t panic, it’s a light-touch award with no rules, just appreciation
Thank you. I’m humbled by your kind words.
Great blog. Found you via bodhisattvaintraining. Love the Canadian maple leaf. Miss living in Toronto. Now in sunny northern California. Can’t complain about the weather, really. See you in the blogosphere!
Hi. Thank you! Sunny northern California sounds like a great landing place. Thanks for stopping by…