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Meet Canada’s Social BLAZR – Me!

December 2, 2011 By Lena

It’s Official: I’m a Social BLAZR.

(I’m also very humble and sweet, I promise! But this is such an awesome accomplishment – I hope you’ll indulge me while I show off for just a moment.)

A couple of months ago, Motorola Canada announced via Facebook that they were looking for Canada’s Social BLAZR – someone who embraced social media and used it to empower their life. Those interested were asked to describe – in 100 words or less – what makes them a Pretty Big Deal (PBD) and why they deserved to win the title (two winners would be chosen – male and female).

Always one to throw my hat in the ring, I offered the following entry:

“I reinvented myself from a frumpy housewife to a serious yummy mummy by amplifying my life via Social Media. Yes, I tweet to feed my kids – and blog to feed my soul. After spending years writing about my family, friends and face, I now help to elevate women’s presence in social media. In other words – I’m looking to cultivate mini Social BLAZRs, too.”

All eligible submissions were reviewed by a panel of judges based on originality (30%), creativity (30%), adherence of essay to social media trailblazing theme (30%) and division ranking based on the number of votes received during the voting period (10%).

(Yes, there was a voting component to the contest – and to those who took the time to place a check beside my name, I thank you.)

Drum roll please… I am officially Motorola Canada’s Social BLAZR!

I *think* I may have actually fallen off my chair when I heard the news. So very exciting – and cool! Hey kids, I’m a mom of two… and I’m COOL! #seriouslywickednews

Although bragging rights are more than enough for me, I’ll also be treated to $2,500, a Motorola RAZR smartphone, and a suite of accessories including a Lapdock 100, Lapdock 500 Pro, HD Station, vehicle navigation dock, smart controller, wireless keyboard with cover and a P893 universal portable power pack. One word: AWESOMESAUCE.

A very special thank you to Motorola Canada for bestowing this unique honour on me, and to the peeps in my social circle who support me endlessly – you guys officially rock. Also, a very well deserved shout out to Zach Bussey who is my co-Social BLAZR; he was also crowned a winner and will enjoy the same title and goodies.

And now, I’m off to SQUEE! a little bit. Have a great weekend!

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  1. Carol

    December 2, 2011 at 1:23 pm

    Congrats, Lena! Well deserved! :)

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:06 pm

      Thank you Carol! I loved your sweet tweet – I don’t mind overexcitedness :)

  2. Gingermommy

    December 2, 2011 at 1:27 pm

    Nice! Well deserved :) Congrats!

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:06 pm

      Thank you friend!

  3. Farah

    December 2, 2011 at 1:37 pm

    awesomesauce is right the horse shoe comes through again!

    Your new nick name…. Horse Shoe!
    Congrats babe

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:05 pm

      Ha! Thanks girl. What’s life without a little luck? xo

  4. casie stewart

    December 2, 2011 at 1:44 pm

    Congrats darling! :)

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:06 pm

      Why thank you darling! xx

  5. Tammi @ My Organized Chaos

    December 2, 2011 at 1:53 pm

    I am so excited for you, OMG!!!!
    That is all kinds of awesome Lena, you deserve this happiness!!!
    :)

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:08 pm

      You are so good to me, and so sweet! Thank you so much for being such an awesome friend, you’ve been endlessly supportive in so many ways! {hugs}

  6. Patricia

    December 2, 2011 at 1:55 pm

    Wohoo!!! Congratulations Lena!! You deserve it!!

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:09 pm

      Thank you so much Patricia!

  7. Orangeheromama

    December 2, 2011 at 2:12 pm

    HOLY CHEESEBURGERS! That’s awesome!!! CONGRATS!

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:09 pm

      Ha ha, “Holy Cheeseburgers” – love it. Thanks so much!

  8. Lisa

    December 2, 2011 at 2:43 pm

    Wowsahs! That is incredible news! What a great award and a huge pile of fabulous gear. Love your entry. Well deserved:)

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:10 pm

      Thank you my love. You are incredibly inspirational and a true social BLAZR in your own right :)

  9. Steve @ Grocery Alerts

    December 2, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    Lena,

    That is a great gig!

    Congratulations!

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:11 pm

      Thanks Steve! Not a gig – just a distinction – but great just the same!

  10. Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews)

    December 2, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    Congratulations Lena, so well deserved and I’m honored to know you, I feel like I know a celebrity!!!!

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:11 pm

      Oh, stop it! You’re the sweetest ever. Thank you!

  11. MommyKatandKids

    December 2, 2011 at 3:24 pm

    Too wonderful, Lena, congratulations!! Motorola is lucky to have you! :)

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:12 pm

      Thank you sweets! You’re so kind :)

  12. Cee@SmookieStyle

    December 2, 2011 at 3:31 pm

    Wow! Lena, this is crazy awesome!!
    I could only hope to aspire to the heights you’re at. You’re so wicked! CONGRATULATIONS!

    Oh…and I may have randomly used the word “awesome-sauce” in conversation — and my toddler now uses it to describe EVERYTHING!

    For example:

    “These potatoes are awesomesauce”
    “Look Mama! It’s a circle — I’m awesomesauce!”
    and my personal fave: “Hey Santa, you’re awesomesauce!”

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:14 pm

      Okay, this comment made my day. Frankly, it’s beyond awesomesauce!!! Too cute – and you’re so kind! Thank you doll.

      • Cee@SmookieStyle

        December 3, 2011 at 5:08 am

        Haha – she’s an awesome kid :)
        But you shine in the spotlight, girl!! All that hard work is paying off!! Keep it up!

  13. Deanna T.

    December 2, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    Woohoo! Well deserved and Congrats lady!

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:14 pm

      Thank you lady! You’re so sweet!

  14. Donna Marie Antoniadis

    December 2, 2011 at 4:05 pm

    congrats

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:14 pm

      Thank you Donna Marie!

  15. Jennifer

    December 2, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    way to go lady! you rock! this has really been Your year! here’s to 2012!

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:16 pm

      Thank you Jennifer! And thanks for being such a great friend :)

  16. Erlinda

    December 2, 2011 at 5:11 pm

    Congrats! I was posting on my FB profile everyday trying to get you votes! So glad you won!

    • Lena

      December 2, 2011 at 5:16 pm

      You are awesome! Thanks so much for the support – you rock!

  17. Soulla

    December 2, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    Lookatchu! Congrats girl. Well-deserved I’m sure.

    • Lena

      December 3, 2011 at 3:11 pm

      Thanks!

  18. Janice

    December 2, 2011 at 9:37 pm

    Woohoo! Congrats Charlene!

    • Lena

      December 3, 2011 at 3:11 pm

      Thank you so much Janice! xoxo

  19. Tazim

    December 3, 2011 at 12:06 am

    that is amazing Lena! What a huge honour!!

    • Lena

      December 3, 2011 at 3:12 pm

      Thanks Tazim! Yes, I’m pretty exited!

  20. AC

    December 3, 2011 at 1:22 am

    That’s great news! First winner of the Ultimate Sandwich and now Motorola Canada’s Social BLAZR. They say good things come in threes… what’s next?! Wonder what dem kinfolks
    have to say now…IT DOESN’T MATTER WHAT THEY THINK! (to paraphrase what the most
    electrifying man in sports entertainment once said) ;)

    • Lena

      December 3, 2011 at 3:13 pm

      LOL, I had the urge to buy a lottery ticket today… we’ll see if I pop out later. Dem kinfolks are eating hay, ha! Love it.

  21. Mom

    December 3, 2011 at 8:20 am

    Way to go Lena – congrats! I love your entry and I’m so proud of you……… You earned it!

    • Lena

      December 3, 2011 at 3:13 pm

      Thanks Mom! Love you!

  22. Amy T

    December 3, 2011 at 10:16 pm

    Awesome! Congrats :)

    • Lena

      December 5, 2011 at 2:06 pm

      Thanks Amy! xo

  23. the brother

    December 5, 2011 at 9:42 am

    Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!

    • Lena

      December 5, 2011 at 2:09 pm

      Aw, thanks hun. You’ve been a terrific supporter since day one (or close to that anyways) – thank you.

  24. Tricha Fraser

    July 30, 2013 at 8:28 am

    That is definitely awesomesauce Lena. Congrats! Well deserved.

    • Tricha Fraser

      July 30, 2013 at 8:39 am

      I am using my phone with a small screen and somehow clicked on this link by accident and thought it was a new entry and commented. I noticed the date afterwards. Lol. I need a decent phone!

      • Lena

        July 30, 2013 at 1:53 pm

        That’s okay! You’re only 18 months late, hahaha!

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