‘Pawsome Blog Award’.
On March 22, 2025, something truly special happened, I wasn’t just nominated for a blog award; I was deeply honored and uplifted in a way that words can barely express. My Dear Friend and Brother, Ernie. known to many of us as “DawgyDaddy” created what he calls the Dawghouse Choice ‘Pawsome Blog Award’, and I had the privilege of being his first recipient.
To be recognized for your writing is always encouraging. A simple like or comment can go a long way in making us feel seen and appreciated. But when someone takes the time to share your work on their own blog, invite their readers to visit your page, and speak words of genuine praise, it becomes something far more meaningful. It becomes a true gift from the heart.
If this were a physical trophy, I’d proudly display it on my shelf, not for the Recognition itself, but because of who it came from. Anyone who knows Ernie knows he’s more than just a great writer, a remarkable poet, but he’s a generous soul, a steady encourager, and someone whose words come wrapped in warmth, humor, and love. When you’re having a rough day, he shows up, ready with comfort, kindness, and often a good laugh too.
From the moment I connected with Ernie, I knew he was something special. I never imagined that I’d not only find a fellow writer but a True Brother and a Brother in Christ. Ernie, thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for this award and for the honor of your friendship. I meant it when I said this might just be the most meaningful award I’ve ever received.
Not long ago, I wrote a post about Recognition, and what it taught me was that all Glory, Honor, and Recognition ultimately belong to our Heavenly Father. I write to Glorify Him, to share what I believe He places on my heart. And even in this beautiful moment of being recognized, it’s another reminder that He continues to use us, even through our struggles, to speak hope into the lives of others.
The Lord knows the battles I face, and I trust He’s the one holding me together through it all. Alongside His Grace, I’m deeply grateful for the unwavering support of my wife and boys who help carry me through. And beyond that, it’s truly a blessing to have a caring community here on WordPress, like you, Brother, whose kindness means more than words can say.
You are dearly loved, my Brother. And I’ll say it loud and proud, thank you for being the Best Damn Dawg, Friend, and Brother a guy could ask for. 🐾🙏❤️
Willie Torres Jr.
04/20/2025
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106 responses to “A Grateful Heart for a Pawsome Honor 🐾🏆”
An honor well deserved
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Thank you so much 😊… It was truly an honor to be Recognized by Ernie, alongside so many amazing bloggers 🙌✍️💫
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That’s awesome!!! Congratulations babe, I’m so happy for you 👏🏻
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Thank you my Love… It was truly an honor 🏆😊… I just wish I could get my hands on that trophy, I’d proudly display it right on the fireplace mantel for all to see… 🦁🐶🔥🙌
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Congratulations 👏👏👏
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Thank you so much…. Happy and Blessed Easter…
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You’re so welcome 🌹
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The sign of a true friend! Congrats! 🥳
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Thank You so much. I am truly blessed and Thankful.
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing.
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Congratulations Brother!
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Thank you Brother. Happy and Blessed Easter …
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You’re welcome! Happy Easter Brother.
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Aww, congratulations, Willie! A much-deserved honor and recognition! We know what a humble man and incredible writer/human you are! You always give credit to God. He is using you, brother! I’ll go check out Ernie’s page, too. Isn’t it amazing to find such wonderful siblings in our community? Happy Easter to you and your precious wife, dear friend. You are all loved! 🤍🙏
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Thank you so much Karla, and Thank you for Reading, your Kindness and your Wonderful words….
I’m beyond grateful for God’s Grace and for amazing people like you, Ernie and a few others in this Wonderful community. Yes, it’s such a Blessing to walk this journey with faithful, loving brothers and sisters.
Happy Easter to you and your family…. He Is Risen !!!!
You Are Loved…
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You’re so welcome, Willie! Amen!! Thank you, too, brother! 🤍🙏
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I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to you.👏
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Reading and Commenting. This was definitely an Honor …
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Congratulations! 😊🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷
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Thank you so much. It was truly an Honor…
Happy and Blessed Easter…
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Thank you! Happy Easter!🙏🏻🎶💐
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All the recognition belongs to Him, indeed. Congratulations, Willie. Cheers! Stay amazing.
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Amen
Thank you so much Hazel. To God always, be the Glory and Praise.
Be Blessed and Continue to be a Blessing.
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It’s always my pleasure, Willie. Thank you as well
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Willie, Happy Easter! Be blessed! Mike
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Hope you had a Wonderful and Blessed Easter Mike…
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Congratulations – well deserved my friend! 🧡🌻
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Thank you so much – It was definitely a True and Wonderful Honor.
Thank you for Reading and for your Kind Comment.
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Congratulation!
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Visiting, Reading and Commenting…
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Congratulations, Willie!! 🏆 🤗
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Visiting and Commenting…
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Congratulations, Willie!
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Reading and Commenting…
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You are most welcome, Willie! Cheers.
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Congrats, Brother! Richly deserved! 👏👏👏
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Thank you so much Brother. This truly means so much to me.
Hope and Pray that you are doing well. Be Blessed and Be a Blessing.
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Thank you, Brother. I hope you are having a fantastic week thus far!
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Congratulations 🎊 Willie…
Happy Easter to you and your family 🤗🤗🤗
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Thank you so much and Thank you kindly for your support, My apologies for the late reply…
I hope you and your beautiful family had a Joyful and Blessed Easter. He Is Risen !!!
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No formalities Willie 😀.
It was a good Easter, thankyou.
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Congratulations Willie, it is a blessing to be recognized by one of your fellow bloggers. God lifts you up because you lift Him up, and the Glory you earn is related back to Him through your heart, thoughts and words.
You are a blessing, keep honoring God, and he will keep honoring you.
Blessings
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Thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words…. I truly appreciate the love and support.
All Glory to God, He’s the reason for it all. I’m humbled by the Recognition and grateful for the community He’s placed around me.
Blessings to you, today and always 🙏✨
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Congrats, Willie! Well deserved! And very accurate: “Excellence in writing.” Thank you for always posting profound words that, in one way or another, speak to our hearts. Sending light and blessings your way 🙏✨🌈
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Thank you so much Susana and Thank you for Reading and Commenting. Your words truly mean a lot to me. I’m grateful for your kindness and support. I give All Glory and Praise to God.
Blessings to you, today and always… 🙏✨
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Congratulations👍👍 This is very uplifting post. I am happy for you😊
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Thank you so much Brother. Truly means alot to me.
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Congratulations on your award. I love dogs and know the secret to gaining their affection at first- dog treats :)
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Reading and Commenting.
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Congratulations Willie, I am truly happy for you. 👏🙌
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Visiting, Reading and Commenting.
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Congrats, Willie! 😎👏 So happy for you, I’m glad your positivity and faithful witnessing are being recognized 🙏
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Thank you so much Brother. It truly means a lot, especially coming from such an amazing and Dear Friend like Ernie. To God be the Glory and Praise… Thank you for Reading and Commenting…
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You are welcome, my brother. Still reflecting on what it must have been like to see the empty tomb, the grave clothes neatly folded, the two angels… the realization of the enormity of what happened. Though we may never meet in this life, look forward to hanging with you and Dawg… and all my brother and sister believers here…in the world to come 😎🙏🏄🏻♂️
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Amen, my Brother. Truly awe-inspiring to imagine the moment of the empty tomb and the weight of what it meant. It’s a beautiful hope we share, and I’m grateful for the promise of that reunion.
It would be an honor and a thrill to hang out with you, have some coffee, and give you a warm brotherly love hug.
Looking forward to the day we’ll all be together… Peace and Blessings to you until then 🙏✨ And if that day never comes, at least we will be together in paradise.
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😊✨This is very gratifying and makes me happy, Willie. Congratulations, after all, you are not only a writer and blogger, but a great friend who encourages everyone to grow here on the blog, with your constructive comments and encouragement to seek God. We are grateful for your writing and your friendship! Congratulations 🥳👏🏻✍🏻📝😊✨🦁🦊🐶
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Reading and for you Heartfelt Comment. Your words truly mean a lot to me. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share, learn, and grow together with such a supportive community. It’s a Blessing to encourage each other and seek God in everything we do. I appreciate your friendship and kindness more than you know. Here’s to continuing this journey together 🙏✨😊👏🏻🦁🦊🐶
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What a loving and tender post, Willie. I’m so happy you and Ernie have formed a solid bond of friendship. Blessings to you both.
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Thank you so much, your words truly touch my heart. I’m incredibly grateful for the friendship Ernie and I have built. From day one, his kindness has been constant and genuine, and that’s something I’ll never forget. He will forever be in my thoughts, heart, and prayers.
I’m thankful to walk this journey with such caring souls as yourself, Ernie and many others/
Blessings to you, today and always… 🙏
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Thank you Mary and stay blessed my friend.
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Congratulations! Through His love and mercy, there’s honor within the depth of His grace!
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Amen
Thank you so much Warren and Thank you for Reading and Commenting.
Blessings to you, today and always.
You Are Loved…
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My pleasure!
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A wonderful post, Willie! Congratulations on the honor that is so well deserved! 🎉
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Thank you so much… That’s truly kind of you. I truly appreciate you taking the time to Read and leave such a thoughtful Comment.
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Congrats Willie.. You deserve this prize… Keep giving dear friend 💐💐💐💐💐💐
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Reading and for your Kind and Heartfelt Comment…
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Most welcome dear Willie.. Best regards 😊🌼
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🤗🤗
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Wunderwunderschön, alles Liebe. 💖🌞
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Visiting, Reading and Commenting..
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How wonderful, Willie!
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Thank you so much Dawn… And Thank you for Visiting, Reading and Commenting.
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Congrats on the award and for being recognized for your writing! Well deserved!
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Visiting, Reading and for your Kind Comment.
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Thanks for your like of my post, ” Ezekiel 23;” you are very kind.
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Captivating
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Thank you so much 🤗
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Congrstulations 🌷
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Thank you so much 🤗
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Well deserved – congrats! Linda xx
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Visiting, Reading and Commenting…
Be Blessed and Continue to be a Blessing…
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It is truly wonderful to be noticed and recognized by another blogger or writer. I agree with what you said that comments and likes warm the heart. But most important is that we are spreading the love of JESUS and supporting one another in that weekly goal. Your blog here is wonderful, so well done and I love visiting. YOU ARE LOVED dear Willie!
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Reading and for your Heartfelt Comment… This truly means a lot to me. All Glory to God. I’m just honored to share His Love and Truth. Your encouragement lifts my spirit more than you know.
You Are Loved, deeply and eternally.
Be Blessed and Continue to be a Blessing…. 🙏
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YOU too Willie! Thankful for all your words here to me……..sweet to my soul! YOU ARE LOVED!
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Great post
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Reading and Commenting…
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I am a little late on responding to this post bro, I didn’t see the notice of it or I deleted it before opening but I doubt that. This is a very touching response and I am so happy you enjoyed the receiving the first Pawsome Award. Your blog is outstanding and your faith is untouchable brother. Our friendship is an amazing gift to me from the man upstairs, Stay blessed Willie
Peace, Love & Belly rubs from Frances lol
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Hey Brother, no worries at all… Better late than Never 😁👍 Your words mean a lot to me, and I’m grateful for the kind reminder. I’m honored to receive the Pawsome Award, and I’m Blessed to have you as a Brother. Our friendship truly is a gift from above, and I’m thankful for it every day.
Peace, Love, and Back Scratcher… 🙏
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Interesting
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Thank you and Thank you for Visiting and Commenting.
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This is awesome, Congrats! 👏
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Thank you so much Cindy … And Thank you for Visiting, Reading and Commenting..
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Congrats!
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Thank You so much and Thank You for Visiting and Commenting…
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Congratulations on your award. :)
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Thank You so much and Thank You for Visiting, Reading and Commenting…
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Not a problem. Thanks for having me.
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The pleasure is all mine..
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Thanks for your like of my post ,”Ezekiel 38-39;” you are very kind.
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Thanks for your like of my post, ” Jews’ Distress – Daniel Introduction;” you are very kind.
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Enthralled narrative
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Visiting, Reading and Commenting.
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You both are exceptional souls, brothers, writers, creative artists extraordinaries and gotta little verklempt ~ Bless you both infinitely and always !!!
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Thank you so much and Thank you for Visiting, Reading and Commenting…
Your words truly touched my heart. Thank you so much… All Glory to God for any good that comes through us.
Bless you always and abundantly… 🙏
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