Katnip Awards

Who needs Twitter’s #FollowFridays when you can have something much more intoxicating?

We’ve got your Katnip here.

Ingenue Award
She burst on the scene sometime last week. We spotted her with her funny tweet to @kirstiealley. Had us all cracking up the rest of the weekend. She’s new to twitter and doesn’t yet know what an honor this award is. Say hello and be nice. You’ll be wanting her autograph soon, we suspect. @ElizabethSalz

The Muse Award
She’s elegant and sophisticated. Interested in architecture, design, music, poetry. Caring about the earth. And most of all, kind and caring about the people on it. Warm, friendly, smart, and savvy. She’ll inspire you with her tweets and her personality. @mollyblock

The Mellow Johnny Award
At the Tour de France, the yellow jersey (Maillot jaune) is given to the rider who had the lead the previous day—so he can be easily identified during the new day’s race. In advertising, that would constantly go to this guy. There’s a reason why he made Adweek’s “TweetFreaks: 50 to Follow" list. Always smart. Always in top shape. And has stayed at the front of the pack year after year. @edwardboches

Gleam in Her Eye Award
She has a delightful way of looking at life, and it shows in her tweets, her photography and her very fun blog. Love the idea of storytelling for grownups. @fleurdeleigh

350º Award
No pre-heating required. This guy arrives hot. His workshops are packed. His ability to connect people sizzles. His generosity in promoting others warms your heart. And there’s nothing half-baked about his presentations. Plus Tyson serves up freshly baked chocolate-chip cookies. @goodridge

Ray of Light Award
Her dawn breaks while most of us are going to bed. But that’s not why she’s the Ray of Light. You can feel the energy on Twitter change like the rising sun the moment you see her tweets. Bright, bright, bright. And full of nothing but joy. She took a little break, and we kept hearing Bill Withers singing “Ain’t No Sunshine When She’s Gone.” Her bio says she’s a “happiness pollinator”. We couldn’t agree more. Be sure to say hi. @rosehwang

Sultan of Twitter Award
He claps his hands and says “Dance.” They dance. He says, “Change avatar to your 80’s photo”. They post 80s photos. He can get a conversation started about anything. His wish is our command. Couldn’t help but notice the harem that surrounds him. But guys like him, too. Most of all, he’s good to his subjects. @toddbrink

Mr. Rogers Award
Doesn’t wear the sweater or look anything like him. But boy, does he know how to welcome you to the neighborhood. Sweet, kind, fun. And always willing to lend you a spot on his blog. One of the good guys: @guestblogme

Favorite Lunatic Award
One of the first people we got to know on twitter, and still one of our faves. Pure, crazy fun. Loves pop cultures, not afraid to talk about it. Never takes self too seriously. As delightful IRL as on twitter. The name says it all. @nsane8

What? You didn't get an award? Hang on. Your turn may be coming. Say hi and engage.