One of the biggest surprises for me when I first joined Twitter two years ago was how many truly lovely people I met. I’ve told the story several times that I resisted joining social media as the editors in my city used it to show how fabulous they were. It came across to me as bragging and I didn’t want anything to do with that. Thankfully my friend Heather convinced me to join and I was immediately taken on how many great people are on Twitter. I met Nina Westbury (@ninawmakeup) on Twitter when she won one of my contests. She gave me the wrong address to her house twice!! I discovered the Bridgette Jones of Beauty through social media. She’s become such a dear friend. She makes me laugh so hard with her misadventures and the stories she makes up about me. My favourite was when she told everyone I insisted her son play the harp at our events. There are so many others I’ve met. It would take pages to list them all. But I’m so grateful to have met each of you.
There were so many people who shared their incredible stories below. If you get a chance, read through them. They’re heartwarming. Everyone had a great story. I drew from all entries below and Stacy Bauer from the U.S. was the winner. Big thanks to all who entered!
Harjit
April 25, 2015 at 7:59 pm@readyowl is one of the kindest people I’ve met on Twitter. She always has something nice to say and is supportive and cheerful. Thanks for the chance to win amazing prizes, Twitter fan@plumerea
Talkerblogger
April 25, 2015 at 7:39 pmWell , blogging and twitter has connected me to so many lovely people worldwide, but one of my most special friends is @livingdisrobed
Antonia K
April 25, 2015 at 7:27 pmI haven’t met anyone because of twitter, but this set would be great for my little sister and I. @helloharleyblog
DianeG
April 25, 2015 at 7:26 pmI met @Redlizzy1 on Twitter while I was still learning how to manoeuvre my way around social media. She is one of your loyal fans too and I came to Dave Lackie through her. (@bowdi)
Dave Lackie
April 30, 2015 at 8:26 pmso nice!
Despina Psarianou
April 25, 2015 at 6:58 pmWell unfortunately i don’t use twitter so much as here in Greece most people are more into facebook and i use fb more.But there is one person that is very sweet,we’ve talked a few times and she allways supports me at my blog and my fb page.She is a unique bags and accessories designer, it’s @Gaby Blam,and i admire her a lot!!!
Shannon
April 25, 2015 at 6:41 pmOne of my sweetest Twitter follower is @jennymccarthy…not only is she an awesome person but she is part of our “Blockhead” family since she married our “husband” @donniewahlberg & shares him w/o any “selfishness” with us!!! @shannonandjoe
Nate Fuller
April 25, 2015 at 5:42 pmThe nicest beuaty fan i have met on twitter is @Lady_Ingenue , what a sweetie! Thanks, i’m @kidsequipped btw
Dave Lackie
April 30, 2015 at 8:32 pmI agree. She is awesome!!
Connie peixoto
April 25, 2015 at 5:37 pmYou are the sweetest although we never met and @ninawestbury, for the wonderful tips on beauty, thank you for all that you do @conniepeixoto
Dave Lackie
April 30, 2015 at 8:32 pmthank you Connie!
maria
April 25, 2015 at 5:36 pm@jsllee74 is def the nicest person on twitter i know!
BlackAsphodel
April 25, 2015 at 5:22 pm@Meteor01 is the sweetest Twitter person I’ve met – simply because she’s easy to talk to and shares my passion for all things beauty.
Twitter: @BlackAsphodel
Brenda Penton
April 25, 2015 at 5:21 pmThe sweetest person I have met on twitter is my friend Karla, @ksceviour. We met at a twitter party and we learned that we were both from NL. Since then we have been talking daily via Facebook and offer each other support and have some pretty fun discussions.
Brenda Penton
April 25, 2015 at 5:22 pmOnce again I forget my own twitter handle 🙂 @newfiechic
Michelle Travers
April 25, 2015 at 4:57 pmWas there ever any doubt? @cici_0909 is the sweetest BFF on and off Twitter. The only one sweeter is you David!! xox
Dave Lackie
April 30, 2015 at 8:31 pmYou both are awesome…and very funny too.
Hayleigh
April 25, 2015 at 4:56 pmWhen you’ve never met a person face to face, never heard their voice, never shake’d their hand or ever met eye to eye, but that person follows you, tweets you, congratulates you on your ups and helps you when your down, its hard to imagine that person really exists.
I never imagined the beauty blogging world we be anywhere near as nice as it is, and in fact I thought it was going to be tough, but much like you Dave I have discovered a whole new world of AMAZING people online and one in particular @Mel_delaCroix, she has the hugest heart and has boosted my confidence incredibly! I feel honored and proud to know I inspire someone and encourage them, for that reason I am grateful for twitter, social media, the beauty community, but most importantly Mellisa 🙂
You to Dave, have the hugest heart and you are the epitome of kindness, generosity and gratitude.
“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.”
— Nelson Mandela
Twitter handle: @haylsworld
Dave Lackie
April 30, 2015 at 8:31 pmWhat a wonderful note Hayleigh. Thanks so much. I love tweeting with you and Melissa.
Susan Stirling
April 25, 2015 at 4:46 pmThe sweetest person I have met on Twitter is @ListentoLena .. I won one of her contests and got a whole new look! Her blog is so entertaining and comments are so sassy!
Beth
April 25, 2015 at 4:42 pmWow! So many great responses! <3
Dave Lackie
April 25, 2015 at 4:52 pmso amazing. This is my favourite contest yet!!! Love it!!!
Jodi hill
April 25, 2015 at 4:39 pm@seasonsincolour is very nice she tweets about beauty/home/fashion which is interesting.
@jhill1105
Patricia S
April 25, 2015 at 4:30 pm@Peady is definitely the sweetest, most real person I have encountered on twitter.
Jodi hill
April 25, 2015 at 4:30 pm@davelackie is the one and only!!!!
Angie M Waggoner
April 25, 2015 at 4:29 pm@mareegrandy is the sweetest and best friend a girl could ask for. She also knows her beauty and fashion tips.
Lisa Albaladejo
April 25, 2015 at 4:26 pmOf course I met you and Nina and you two crack me up with your everyday antics. I suffer from psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia so there are days I feel the pain and can’t even get out of bed. To be able to be entertained and laugh with people I have never met is a true gift and I thank you everyday for the fun prizes you offer and feel in a small way able to help you build your viewers by sharing your posts. My BFF would have to be @leannfan4life. We met on twitter due to our common love for Leann rimes but found out we are actually live close to each other. We have planned a trip to go see Leann perform in Chicago on may 8th. Funny, odd, but true! As a single mom, I would LOVE to be able to share something so wonderful with her! As Always, THANK YOU!
Dave Lackie
April 30, 2015 at 8:28 pmWe LOVE you Lisa. You are so sweet and fun. Always so great to tweet with you! xo
Ritu Rawat
April 25, 2015 at 4:17 pmMy twitter handle is @riturawat165 and I’m a beauty enthusiast and love all things pretty. Finding inspiration from bloggers is my fav thing to do and while doing so i came across an amazing blogger Sara (Crime Of Fashion, twitter handle – @CrimeoFashion). She has an interesting blog where she talks about loving in Paris among other things that i really enjoy reading. Best part is that i love she responds to each and every query and its just so lovely to have gotten to know her through twitter and she is definitely someone i would love to meet someday 🙂
Dave Lackie
April 30, 2015 at 8:27 pmThanks Ritu. What a great pick. Thanks for sharing.
Zoe Tousis
April 25, 2015 at 4:09 pmMy best twitter friend is Maria @angels3Maria She call me ” Big mama “She is my little girl Two weeks ago I visited she and her beautiful family ….I want you and your family in my life Maria!!!
Marty
April 25, 2015 at 4:05 pmNina, she also gives the best advice and color charts.
Janine
April 25, 2015 at 3:58 pmI’m new beauty blogger finding my way. Trying to learn all the secrets to make this experience fun. @livingdisrobed Victoria Styles has been there the whole time to help me along. She’s so sweet and kind. How she finds the time I don’t know but she’s fantastic. We met on line, chat during the week, laugh and she’s been so helpful!
Dave Lackie
April 30, 2015 at 8:27 pmI really like her too. She seems so sweet.
joanne maas
April 25, 2015 at 3:57 pmthis is too easy. Nina Westbury is the nicest ever. i met her in Victoria doing demonstrations for Dior at the Bay. she was so friendly and helpful. she did a full make up demonstration for me and helped me pick out a couple of foundation and powder shades to suit my complexion. she is such a funny, gossipy type of person. i enjoyed meeting her immensely.