Best of the Best Winners - 2011

List of current contenders and general information regarding the annual FaithWriters Best of the Best awards.

Moderators: RedBaron, itsjoanne, RedBaron, itsjoanne, RedBaron, itsjoanne

User avatar
Deb Porter
FaithWriters and Site Admin
FaithWriters and Site Admin
Posts: 1677
Joined: Mon Nov 14, 2005 4:02 am
Location: Sydney, Australia
Contact:

Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by Deb Porter »

Once again, it has been a year of outstanding contenders for the Best of the Best awards. Unfortunately, there can only be three in those top spots. Our congratulations to our three very worthy winners:

BEST OF THE BEST WINNERS - 2011

1st Place($300)
This Cathedral for Boys, This Cathedral of Dreams by Jim McWhinnie
http://www.faithwriters.com/wc-article- ... p?id=39363

2nd Place ($100)
My Name Is Wachichi by Eliza Evans
http://www.faithwriters.com/wc-article- ... p?id=38362

3rd Place ($75)
The Frog and the Leper by Melanie Kerr
http://www.faithwriters.com/wc-article- ... p?id=37382


Congratulations Jim, Eliza and Melanie. :superhappy

We prepared an interview with Jim earlier this week, and you can read it here:

http://www.faithwriters.com/wc-best-of-the-best2011.php

Love, Deb
Deb
FaithWriters' Writing Challenge Co-ordinator
Breath of Fresh Air Press

Breath of Fresh Air Press - a little publisher with a lot of heart

Image
User avatar
grandmalovesbabies
Pencil 3 (100-149 Posts)
Pencil 3 (100-149 Posts)
Posts: 148
Joined: Mon Apr 07, 2008 8:45 pm
Location: Omaha, NE

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by grandmalovesbabies »

Great interview. Congratulations Jim. Well done, well done indeed. I just read your winning poem...it does bring back memories for me. My stepdad's hero was Willie Mays. Growing up in California, I was able to see Mays and Koufac play. They are two of the greats. Thanks for taking me back to a special time and place.
In the twilight of my years, may His Light shine more brightly.

THRILLED TO BE A 500 MEMBER!

lolliehofer.blogspot.com
lolliehofer.wordpress.com
lolliehofer.wix/lollie-hofer
http://www.faithwriters.com/member-profile.php?id=33832
User avatar
RedBaron
Moderator
Moderator
Posts: 592
Joined: Fri Nov 11, 2005 9:41 am
Location: Ohio

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by RedBaron »

Congrats!!!
<><
Shari
FW 500 Member

"...hunt like a spider..." Cori - FW Con '07
User avatar
Ms. Barbie
Pencil Plus (Over 500 Posts)
Pencil Plus (Over 500 Posts)
Posts: 699
Joined: Sun Nov 01, 2009 8:49 am
Location: North Carolina

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by Ms. Barbie »

Bravo! :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap
Barb Culler
ThreeDee
Pencil 2 (50-99 Posts)
Pencil 2 (50-99 Posts)
Posts: 62
Joined: Thu Oct 16, 2008 4:22 pm
Location: Canada

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by ThreeDee »

WOW!!!!! Way to go, Jim!!! Shout outs to you and Eliza and Melanie 8) 8) 8) 8)
With His Love,
Di

you can find me on my prickly blog Thistle N That at http://www.dianadart.com
User avatar
OldManRivers
Pencil 3 (100-149 Posts)
Pencil 3 (100-149 Posts)
Posts: 128
Joined: Wed Apr 08, 2009 9:24 pm
Contact:

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by OldManRivers »

I am rather stunned by this honor. With so many excellent entries far better than my own, this is truly a testimony to the wonder of grace.

I want to thank all the judges and all my fellow faithwriters for this most delightful of surprises.

I am good for another ten thousand miles or when the Lord calls us home, which ever comes first.

Love ya in Christ,

jim mcwhinnie
Last edited by OldManRivers on Fri Jul 01, 2011 1:39 pm, edited 1 time in total.
May God's gentle grace be with you.

Jim McWhinnie
User avatar
oursilverstrands
Pencil Plus (Over 500 Posts)
Pencil Plus (Over 500 Posts)
Posts: 984
Joined: Sun Aug 01, 2010 9:21 pm
Location: Georgia
Contact:

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by oursilverstrands »

OldManRivers wrote:I am rather stunned by this honor. With so many excellent entries far better than my own, this is truly a testimony to wonder of grace.

I want to thank all the judges and all my fellow faithwriters for this most delightful of surprises.

I am good for another ten thousand miles or when the Lord calls us home, which ever comes first.

Love ya in Christ,

jim mcwhinnie

Jim,
With such talent, you're good for at least ten thousand miles. I'm not a judge, but I recognize a winner when I "sees"one. You turn Level 4 into a "somewhere over the rainbow" for me, but I'll keep trying. :D To you and to all the select group of Level 4 high achievers, a heartfelt, albeit envious,

  • Congratulations!! :clap :bow



P.S. Can't help wondering what have you been doing with that talent for the previous ten thousand miles. :D
When Youth Fades
Available at: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=when+youth+f ... nb_sb_noss/

Fortunate 500


I have a love affair with words. I write, even when I think I can't. I'm hooked on words!

"Let words bewitch you. Scrutinze them, mull them, savor them, and in combination, until you see their subtle differences and the ways they tint each other." Francis Flaherty
User avatar
oursilverstrands
Pencil Plus (Over 500 Posts)
Pencil Plus (Over 500 Posts)
Posts: 984
Joined: Sun Aug 01, 2010 9:21 pm
Location: Georgia
Contact:

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by oursilverstrands »

Another P.S., Jim

Not only do you have superb talent, but you know how to keep a secret. :thumbs

Lillian
When Youth Fades
Available at: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=when+youth+f ... nb_sb_noss/

Fortunate 500


I have a love affair with words. I write, even when I think I can't. I'm hooked on words!

"Let words bewitch you. Scrutinze them, mull them, savor them, and in combination, until you see their subtle differences and the ways they tint each other." Francis Flaherty
beff
Pencil 4 (150-199 Posts)
Pencil 4 (150-199 Posts)
Posts: 198
Joined: Fri May 18, 2007 4:24 am
Location: northeastern AZ

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by beff »

Congratulations 2011 Best of the Best winners, Jim, Eliza, and Melanie! You three are truly inspiring.

:bow
Beth LaBuff

..in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son... Hebrews 1:2
Verna
Pencil 4 (150-199 Posts)
Pencil 4 (150-199 Posts)
Posts: 196
Joined: Mon Feb 26, 2007 9:10 pm
Location: NC

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by Verna »

These were wonderful selections by our winning authors --all three
Jim's poetry has just gotten better and better this quarter. I've really enjoyed it.
Eliza, I am so happy to see my dear friend's work recognized for the gift that it is! You go, Girl!
Melanie, You've had consistently good pieces. I'm glad to see you on the list.
Verna

A merry heart doeth good like a medicine...
Proverb 17:22

Facebook author page: Verna Cole Mitchell
http://www.magnificomanuscripts.com/
User avatar
helen1975
Pencil 2 (50-99 Posts)
Pencil 2 (50-99 Posts)
Posts: 97
Joined: Thu Feb 03, 2011 11:46 pm
Location: Adelaide, South Australia

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by helen1975 »

Congratulations!

:superhappy :clap :superhappy :clap :superhappy :clap :superhappy :clap :superhappy :clap :superhappy :clap
User avatar
ElizaEvans
Pencil 2 (50-99 Posts)
Pencil 2 (50-99 Posts)
Posts: 50
Joined: Mon May 04, 2009 12:07 pm
Location: Canada

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by ElizaEvans »

It's Canada Day and it's my daughter's birthday...so I just dropped in now.

Thank you so much everyone. What an honor!!

Thank you to Deb and the judges.

HUUUUUUGE Congratulations to you, Jim and special shout out to Melanie. :superhappy

And as Lisa would say... On We Go. :)

:grouphug
_________________
"The love of God is greater far, Than tongue or pen can ever tell '' Fred­er­ick M. Leh­man

WRITING CHALLENGE ARTICLES
User avatar
Colswann1
Pencil 2 (50-99 Posts)
Pencil 2 (50-99 Posts)
Posts: 68
Joined: Fri Nov 25, 2005 1:02 pm
Location: UK

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by Colswann1 »

Congratulations you three worthy winners. :clap :clap :clap
Colin Swann

Jesus’ love is constant and never wavers.
User avatar
itsjoanne
Moderator
Moderator
Posts: 2175
Joined: Fri Jul 14, 2006 9:52 am
Location: West Michigan
Contact:

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by itsjoanne »

Congratulations, Jim, Eliza, and Mel! So VERY thrilled for you!!! Need to go read the entries - but I'm POSITIVE they are wonderful. Congratulations!!
Joanne Sher
FaithWriters Writing Challenge Coordinator
FaithWriters Blogger
FaithWriters Blog
My Profile
My Site
Me on Facebook
User avatar
Allison
Pencil 6 (300-499 Posts)
Pencil 6 (300-499 Posts)
Posts: 459
Joined: Sat Nov 12, 2005 2:45 am
Location: St. Peters, MO
Contact:

Re: Best of the Best Winners - 2011

Post by Allison »

Congrats to all of you!!
Isaiah 40:30-31 (NIV)
Post Reply

Return to “Best of the Best”