You may have heard that I am a finalist for “Most Valuable Blogger in Dallas/Fort Worth” under both the “lifestyle” and “everything else” categories. I want to take this opportunity to thank those of you who nominated me and those who have voted for my blog. In case you haven’t heard this from me too much, or if you are new to the blog or just passing through, you can vote once a day until September 9th. You don’t need to register or give out any personal information, just click the icon I have included on the right of this page.  See it? The thing that says “Vote for Me”.  It will take you right to voting for The Average Consumer. Once you have voted, if you are not pressed for time, you can also click on the “everything else” tab on the top of the Most Valuable Blogger page and vote for The Average Consumer under that category also, because I am a double nominee. You know, in case you haven’t heard. I sincerely appreciate your support and encouragement. It truly is enough just to be nominated.

But you know, just in case I have a shot of winning, go vote. Please. I have my acceptance speech all ready.  You know, just in case. . .