Earlier this year, I did something I have never done before. I nominated someone to receive an Australian of the Year award. This extraordinary young woman is the person I nominated for Australian of the Year & Young Australian of the Year. I had never nominated anyone before because no-one had moved and inspired me enough for me to do so. When I first came across Carly's loving work here, I was moved to tears by the courage, commitment and love she lives in every little step she takes and every name of a precious lost child she writes on Christian's beach.
In my wildest of dreams I hoped that maybe Carly would be a finalist and we would finally get to meet each other. Well, yesterday they announced the finalists for each state and while Carly isn't a finalist in her home state of Western Australia, I just want to say publicly, Carly, you are a hero, an inspiration and a blessing to all who cross your path. The world is an infinitely better place because you are in it. You are without question, my Australian of the Year!
Great pick for a nomination - I agree!! She will be honored at any rate, and you are sweet to write about her. Hugs xoxo Nan
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ReplyDeleteI am honoured to know you. Thankful to know you. Blessed to know you.
You are beautiful and thank you so much for all your efforts.
Just to know somebody thought I was worthy of being nominated was amazing in itself.
I love you.
xxxxxxx
Carly is the perfect choice. She is an inspiration to all of us.
ReplyDelete"hear, hear Suz"!!!!
ReplyDeletecouldn't agree more.
You are a true gem Carly Dudley.
love ya back Ms Carly xx
ReplyDeleteCarly is the perfect choice for this. You did a wonderful thing to nominate her. We all know that any award, no matter how big, will never do her justice! xx
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you nominated Carly. She truly is an inspiration and such a kind and compassionate soul.
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