Ralph sent this email out via balloon HQ,

I'm looking for candidates for my Balloon Excellence awards for 2009 which will be presented in 2010. If you would like to recommend someone, privately email me with their name and the reasons why they should be considered. The categories are: twister of the year, career contributor, rising star and trailblazer. See the link below for past winners.
http://home.flash.net/~balloonz/Award.htm
Please send your recommendations by December 21.
Thanks for your input and help.