Again, participation in our Blog of the Month was a little down with 14 entries, two of which didn't qualify nor did two from the team, for a prize. If you need reminding of the theme and the rules, check out the announcement post.
But first
We send healing wishes to @coquicoin who has been unwell. I'm sure she'll be back on her feet and on Hive, soon.
Now, the usual bit of housekeeping: the number of Silver Bloggers has jumped in the last month and magically surpassed the 1,500 number so we now have 1,546 subscribers! This community would not be what it is without all of you!
As always - a thank you
To everybody who contributes to making this a fun community and especially to our delegators. The value of delegations to the community account has dropped a little, but that's ok. We understand that folk need to spread the love, and we also get that charity begins at home: you do what you need to do with your Hive. That said, we remain ever grateful for your having shared it with us. Remember, each delegation adds value to the Mother account's vote.
In August, we put our money where our mouths are, and in this post reminded you how we use your delegations and how we say thank you to our delegators.
The team's contribution
This month, there were two team contributions
@coquicoin's heartfelt blog especially to her son... From my School of Life to my Son
I would tell him to never stop pursuing his dreams no matter how difficult they may seem. One life lesson I learned from him is that no matter how unattainable a goal may seem if there is even the slightest chance of achieving it, it is worth the effort. He proved that to me himself and he should remember that always.
@lizelle shared lessons as part of her legacy to future generations in Letter to my Children's Children
You of course will learn new lessons as you step through life with its' ups and downs, but the secret is to cherish the good times, learn from the bad experiences, and not carry that baggage for the rest of your life. They belong to the ash heaps of yesterday, always remember that!
The business end
Since last month, and with help from @lizelle's hubby who developed a weighting system for the votes at first, second and third place, as well as special mentions, we have a more objective system for picking prize winners.
Special mention
@amberkashif shared a touching Letter to my Children
Something that makes life easier is to learn the art of letting go. Everything that has been birthed have an expiry date. The more you detach yourself from materialism, the more peace will abound you. It is of no use to mourn over the things that you have lost. Your mourning won’t bring it back. Move on. You will find, there is a lot more and sometimes even better awaiting for you.
Runners up
@bozz shared some golden nuggets in Lessons for my Children
Even though @mrsbozz and I don't have kids of our own, we have a dog, nieces and nephews that we love to spoil, and friends with kids that we treat like our own...
Instead of spending your money on those things that will come and go, instead invest your money in experiences. Go on that trip, go to that concert. You have plenty of time to make money when you are older. Your key focus right now should be on making memories.
@joanstewart shared pearls of wisdom in Small Way Big Difference
Happiness far outweighs wealth once we accept not all will be leaders or exceptionally rich financially, wealth comes in many guises.
Winning post
@owasco's poignant farewell letter to her Grandchildren with advice on how to Make Good Choices
If you are reading this, I have already left my earthly form...
'Set clear ethical boundaries' - wisdom from her uncle Niko.
When times are tough, and you will have tough times, look for opportunities. Strife uncovers paths you could not see before your struggles began. Do not follow ANY guidance that does not feel right to you, especially if your ethical boundaries have to be crossed.
The prizes
This week's prize pot is a 45 Hive, and more:
To the winner
- 10 Hive sponsored by @lizelle that she will send directly to the winner's wallet
and - 10 Hive sponsored by the Silver Bloggers Community and which will also be sent to the winner's wallet
PLUS - 50% of the liquid rewards from this post, so @owasco's account has been set as a 50% beneficiary
The runners-up win this time, too
The Runners Up each get -
- 5 Hive each sponsored by @lizelle that she will send directly to their wallets
and - 5 Hive each sponsored by the Silver Bloggers Community and which will also be sent to their wallets
A year-end prize to our Special Mention -
- 5 Hive each sponsored by @lizelle that she will send directly to the wallet of @amberkashif.
All prizes will be sent directly to the winners' wallets in the next day or so.
If you would like to sponsor a prize...the pot is getting low...
Please tag a member of the team @lizelle, @fionasfavourites, @coquicoin or @tengolotodo in the comments below, or find us in the Silver Bloggers Discord server.
We are taking a breather with #BOM, but will be back in the new year.
This is your space so keep those blogs coming, and please let us know if you have any suggested topics.
Happy Holidays everyone!
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Thank you everyone for sharing your Life Lessons in our November Blog of the Month - #bom.
As always, it was not easy choosing the winners, but I'm sure your pearls of wisdom will be shared for generations to come, so don't forget to share them with your loved ones.
A big congratulations to our special mention @amberkashif, our runners-up @bozz and @joanstewart, and our winner @owasco.
Your prize payouts below:
Prize Payouts by Mother
Prize Payouts by @lizelle
Don't forget to keep on publishing in our community. If you hit writer's block at any time, look back at our previous #bom's and #silverprompts that you may have missed, as they can still be curated, but please do not use those tags when the closing dates have expired.
Thanks Lizelle appreciate and congratulations to @owasco @bozz and @amberkashif have a wonderful weekend.
Well deserved prize Joan, thank you for your constant support and encouragement in our community 🤗
My goodness! Thank you!!!
Our pleasure, we loved your entry, thank you for sharing your life lessons with us 💕
Thanks a lot ma'am. It's a grest surprise
Well deserved @amberkashif, you wrote a beautiful blog.
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Congrats to @amberkashif , @bozz , @joanstewart and @owasco, well deserved winners, and to all those that didn't get a mention, you are all awesome too.
Thank you for your participation as well @artywink, we enjoyed your letter to your grandchildren as well. Don't forget to share the link with them as I'm sure they in turn will share it with their children one day!
Thank you @lizelle, I will, your lw
letter was awesome.
Have a great day my friend.
What a pleasant surprise to have my name in special mention. Thanks for the prize.
I really enjoy being in this community where there is a lot of wisdom and life long experiences
Stay blessed everyone
Congratulations on your special mention @amberkashif, we loved your entry and are very happy to have you in our community.
Blessings to you as well 💖
It's an honour for me to be welcomed so warmly.
Thanks to you and the community 🤗
The rewards earned on this comment will go directly to the people( @lizelle ) sharing the post on Twitter as long as they are registered with @poshtoken. Sign up at https://hiveposh.com.
Congratulations @amberkashif, @bozz, @joanstewart and the winner @owasco. 💞👏
We missed you this month, hope to see you back in #bom in the new year but don't forget to keep on blogging here Carolina🤗
Dear @hive-106316,
May I ask you to review and support the new HiveSQL Proposal so we can keep it free to use for the community?
You can do it on Peakd, ecency,
Thank you!
With pleasure, and supported @arcange.
Thank you for your support @hive-106316, really appreciate it! 👍
Without imposing and as we are in a renewal period for proposals, if you could take a look at the HiveBuzz Proposal Renewal - #248 as well 😁
The winners made quality post, congratulations to all of the participants, delegators, supporters of this contest. It is today that i locate this Community. I am grateful to be with you. I have tried to join the discord but is not working. Maybe network, will try it again. Much love and blessings to you all. As for my friend who is not well, get well soon