New Year, New Vigor, New Giveaway

It's a new year and I start by letting my blog hang in limbo.  I must admit I was really disheartened by the lack of response to my giveaways at the end of the year so I stopped putting them up.  Well, that time is over and now I'm back on track.  I spent the end of the year focusing on my personal scrapbooking and it has re-energized me.  I absolutely LOVE scrapbooking and I know that I love it despite how many people follow my blog, buy my product, or accept my freebies.  So, with the new year I have a new vigor to post even if I'm the only one who ever sees it.  I post out of my LOVE of scrapbooking and the peace that it brings me.

So having said all of that, I'm going to continue my giveaways in 2013.  At the start of each month I'll create a post with that month's giveaway.  January starts the year with a free album including completed pages.  That's right, I am giving away a completed 20 page album.  All you need to do is post a comment and you're eligible to win.  Comments must be posted by noon CST January 31st.  A winner will be selected using random.org and I will post the winner's name the afternoon of January 31st.

I am participating in an event at Colorful Creations and I created this layout of my absolutely beautiful daughter, not that I'm biased.  I loved this paper from the moment I saw it so I am pleased that I got to use it.  If you haven't stopped by before, check out Colorful Creations and join in some of their challenges or view their sketches.

Friday, December 6th Giveway

I just love buying gifts during the holiday season.  I try to think of what each person will enjoy and what will get used or cherished.  I try not to get anything that will get stuck in the back of the closet, never to be seen again.  My favorite person to buy for is my son, Sean.  First, he's super easy to buy for.  If it's an action figure or action figure related, he'll just love it.  Next, he gets so excited by every gift he opens.  His reaction is what gift giving is all about.  Last, he always says thank you.  He's the absolute PERFECT give givee!!

This week's question is, who is your favorite person to buy/give gifts to and why?

Just leave a comment by noon CST Friday, December 6th, and you can win the goodies below.  A winner be chosen using random.org and will be posted Friday afternoon.

Friday Giveaway

I'm extending the deadline to 5:00pm today.  I would love to give away some goodies.  All you need to do is leave a comment on Monday's post.

Giveaway for Friday, November 30th

Every year the stores start putting out costumes for Halloween.  This always signals me to start thinking about the holidays.  I can't wait for Halloween to pass so I can start planning Thanksgiving dinner, Black Friday shopping, trimming the tree, decorating the yard, and planning my gift giving shopping list.  I start thinking about the true meaning of Christmas and I'm so thankful that God gave his son to us.  I start thinking about how important it is to make certain my children enjoy the holidays without losing sight of how blessed we are.  I also start thinking about how I can give back or help others.  Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year because I truly believe most of the country if not the world is a little happier and a little more optimistic.

This week's question is what makes you feel like the holidays or the Christmas season has arrived?  Post a comment by noon CST Friday, November 30th, to be eligible to win this weeks giveaway.  I will select a winner using random.org and will post the winner's name Friday afternoon.  Good luck everyone!!

Winner and Technique

This week's winner is Susan D.  Congratulations!!  Check back Monday for another question and giveaway.

I saw this circle flower technique on Miss Fancy Pants and I can't wait to give it a try.  If you try it, please come back and post a pick.

Giveaway for Friday, Nov 23rd

I thought about my post for Monday, but forgot to put it up.  I am thankful that I will be able to celebrate Thanksgiving tomorrow with my family and we are all in good health.  Good has been good to us.  What are you most thankful for?

Leave a comment by noon CST Friday and I will pick a winner to receive a paper and embellishment pack.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

November Giveaways

I love this time of year.  It gives me the same feeling that scrapbooking does.  I'm able to reflect on the year, on all of the blessings God has given me, the love I have for my family, and where I'm at in my life.  Just as I am so thankful for all I have been blessed with I want to be a blessing to others.  I want to share the warm, joyous feelings this time of year always brings me.  So I'm thrilled to let you know that there will be several giveaways starting this week.

I am pleased to announce that I will be hosting the Friday Night Chat this week over on Scraps of Color.  There will be 4 challenges with a giveaway for each plus one giveaway as a door prize.  Please stop by to check out the challenges and to join in the fun.

http://scrapsofcolor.ning.com/group/fridaynightchatchallenge/forum/topics/happy-cropgiving-friday-night-challenges-november-16th

Also, beginning Monday, November 19th, and every Monday following through the end of the year,  I will be posting a question of the week.  All you have to do is post an answer by noon CST the applicable Friday to be eligible to win.  Winners will be selected using random.org and will be posted each Friday afternoon.

I hope you can join me for the fun and that you enjoy the holidays just as much as I plan to.