I have favorite things about this blog. Of course. Some things I love sharing, some things I really think hard about before posting, sometimes it feels like pulling teeth when I sit down to write and sometimes, it just feels effortless. One thing I always love is sharing are Mettle Makers.

The history of the Mettle Maker - somewhere around two years ago I got my first Chief Mates job. I was frazzled. To say the least. I had quit a job without having anything lined up. Somewhere around that time Bridget left a comment giving me kudos for mustering my mettle (I looked really, really hard for the original comment and just ran out of time). The word mettle stuck with me and I decided to keep it around.

The word felt old fashioned and sweet. It also felt so strong - it can't be a coincidence that it sounds like Medal and Metal.

“met-tle
/’medl/
noun

a person’s ability to cope well with difficulties or to face a demanding situation in a spirited and resilient way.

”the team showed their true mettle in the second half”

synonyms: spirit, fortitude, strength of character, moral fiber, resolve, resolution, backbone, grit, bravery, valor, daring, courage ”

— google

Before I knew it I was making mettle.

I've decided it's about time I start making my own Mettle Makers instead of searching through Pinterest for images - and well, if I'm making them I better be sharing them!

My plan is to deliver them straight to your inbox as a thank you for being my friends! You all have no idea how much you've helped me through the years. Providing me with moral support, encouragement, a quiet listening ear and a judgement free zone to just figure things out. I appreciate it more than I can effectively articulate.

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