Tuesday, August 2, 2022

2022 Cat Writers' Association Certificate of Excellence

The last two years have been very unproductive writing years for me, so when the time came to choose my entries for the 2022 Cat Writers' Association Communications Contest (for Contest Year 2021) the pickings were pretty slim.

A highlight of 2021 was being asked to write for Jackson Galaxy's Cat Pawsitive Pro program. It was a pawsome opportunity to work with people who are making such a huge difference in the lives of cats. The cats I wrote about completely stole my heart, especially a sweet pair named Bob Meowly and Ebony.

I entered From Fast Friends To A Forever Home At Roice-Hurst Humane Society in the Written Article: Rescue & Advocacy category, and I'm so excited to announce we won a Certificate of Excellence for the article! While I may have only submitted one entry this year, I couldn't be happier that it's for a special project that I was so honored to be a part of.

I can hardly believe that in 6 years I've now won 16 Certificates and 2 Muse Medallions. Never in my wildest dreams did I think such a thing was possible when I joined the CWA back in 2013. Cats are my greatest passion and being recognized for my writing about them is truly a dream come true.

15 comments:

Lynn and Precious said...

I am sorry to say that I don't know about the CWA. But I will certainly check into these websites that you've shown me this morning. I love cats so much and there's only so much I can do to help them. But if you were a great writer and can bring more attention to their needs, that is fabulous. Thank you

Mickey's Musings said...

Congratulations!!!!
Mum is always impressed with anyone who is a writer.
Your article was really good and I was so happy the two friends got adopted together!!!
Purrs, Julie

Patricia T said...

Congratulations, Melissa!

The Island Cats said...

Congratulations! Well deserved!

Catscue Cat Mom said...

Congratulations! Well earned!!!! (time to throw your Mom a pawty Mudpie!)

pilch92 said...

Congratulations! Your certificate is much deserved. XO

Lynn and Precious said...

I just finished reading about Bob Meowly and your article from 2021. I enjoyed every word and the idea these cats are now rescued. What a wonderful award for your effort.

The Swiss Cats said...

Concatulations ! Well done ! Purrs

Brian's Home Blog said...

That's wonderful, big congratulations from all of us!!!

Lola The Rescued Cat said...

Congratulations! We’re so happy for you!

meowmeowmans said...

That is so awesome! Congratulations, Melissa!

CCL Wendy said...

ConCATulations to you, and well deserved. Your passion really does come through for a very noble cause (and PAWS).

Leah said...

Concatulations, Melissa!

Summer at sparklecat.com said...

Congratulations! These are all so well deserved.

The Menagerie Mom said...

A great big, huge congratulations on this much deserved award!