The BIGGEST GIVE
December 15, 2008 by Deb · 142 Comments
***We have a winner ! Please Check The End OF THIS POST for more information!
We’ve come to the end (almost) of another Christmas Season. For me, its been full of excitement and hard work. I’ve been able to meet so many great folks through My Favorite Things. Some days I look at it and ask how I could have thought this would ever be a good idea. And others, I look at the catalog and say “I could not have had Christmas” without doing this, this year.
It was about the giving. I had the idea to promote small business owners, offer them free advertising and share the love throughout the Christmas Season. From what I have sean, its been a success! To all the Vendors, small business owners and Work At Home Moms who participated in the catalog, Thank YOU. Without You, this catalog , My Favorite Things, would not have been a reality.
And folks without those same vendors, small business owners, work at home moms and indie designers, we would not have the BIGGEST BLOG GIVE AWAY THIS YEAR!
THE BIGGEST GIVE!
And here’s who’s Sponsoring our Party:
- Cactus & Ivy-Natual, Vegan And Cruelty Free Home,Spa and Body Products. Reed Diffuser ARV $17.00
- DeAnna Cochran-Metalsmith and Artisan Jewelry For A Cause. Oval Initial Necklace. ARV $60.00
- Laurie’s Cobalt World-Beautiful Blue Cobalt Glass and More!
- Good For The Kids- Nurture.Create.Engage Gift Certificate ARV $60.00
- Pillowcase Grams-Pillowcasegrams are personalized custom-made pillowcases that are fun for all ages. Candy Cane Christmas Case. ARV $19.95
- GiftScriptions- You Give, They Choose! Gift Certificate ARV $19.99
- Monkey Toes- The Shoes Suri Cruise Made Famous! Little Lady Mary Janes ARV $31.00
- JuJuBean Boutique- Playful Designs and Casual Styles For Babies and Children- Gift Certificate ARV $25.00
- Macaroni and Glue-Santa Claus Is Coming To Town — Sassy Vintage-Inspired Christmas Cards — Boxed Set of 8 ARV $12.00
- Dream Starter-The DreamStarter Book: 50 Beginnings for Creating Adventurous Bedtime Stories, Campfire Tales, and Dreams. ARV $12.95
- Heart Is Hot- Collectible Glass Heart With A Purpose ARV $23.95
- The Diaper Clutch-Where Fashion and Convenience Meet. Diaper Clutch (winner’s choice) ARV $19.99
- Chicken Scratch-Handmade Vegan Massage Candles. Sweet Vanilla Soy Massage Candle ARV $15.00
Be Sure to stop by EACH of these Sponsors and tell them Thank YOU for such a wonderful Contest! Each one is a small business, Woman owned and Each one works day in and day out, bringing us the finest designs and products for our families! I’m so proud to know each and every one!
Yes, all those wonderful sponsors and there can be just one winner of this great package of prizes! So how do you get a chance at winning this prize package? Its easy! You may enter 7 times, however you may only enter as follows:
- Read my Post Are You My Mother? I have so many wonderful memories of my family at Christmas and other times. We were certainly blessed to have each other for so many years. When Alzheimer’s robbed my Mother of her memory our holidays changed significantly. 1 in 3 families in America are affected by this devastating disease which strikes 1 every 17 seconds! You can read about my 2009 project, comment or pledge your support. All of your comments and support mean so much to me as I work toward my ultimate goal. Much more to come in January on this project. (comments are not mandatory for an entry but reading is) and
- Subscribe to the 1Million Memories RSS. This will be the first place to find out about the 1 Million Memories Project. and
- Memories are an important part of Christmas for everyone. What if YOUR memory were gone? Leave a comment in this post telling us which ONE thing you would want to be able to remember about Christmas.
These three things will get you 1 entry into the Grand Prize Drawing (it takes all three for 1 entry)
That’s it! Now for the extras:
**If you commented to enter any of the BIG Give contests (Day 1-12) you have 1 extra entry already.
**Follow me on twitter and tweet about this contest (1 extra entry)
**Friend me on Face Book (1 extra entry)
**Stumble this post on Stumble-Upon( 1 extra entry)
**Write A Post on Your own blog and link back to this post. (2 extra entries)
Please leave a comment for each item you do to enter.
Ignoring the rules for entry and leaving a please pick me comment only, will be grounds for immediate disqualification.
Leaving your email address or other links in the body of your comment will cause it to go to the Spam folder and will make your entry delayed. (don’t do it)
And last, but not mandatory, if you’d like to Give Back this Christmas, it doesn’t take thousands of dollars. Your gift of as little as $1 will go miles to help the 1 Million Memories Project. I’ve arranged for First Giving to handle all the money details. I never touch the donations, and your money goes directly to the Alzheimer National Association and is tax deductible. Consider a small donation if you can. I’ll be forever grateful! (just click the widget below to donate)
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While you’re here, visit My Favorite Things Christmas 2008! Its chock full of beautiful hand made and original gifts just in time for Christmas! Its twitter friendly and Wishpot linked. I’m sure you’ll find just the right gift for that special someone! From kids to moms to dads and grandparents too, there’s something for everyone. You’ve got some fun shopping ahead, and some great savings too!
This contest ends at midnight (EST) Sunday 21 December 2008. Good Luck! The Winner will be notified BY December 23rd by email and prizes will be shipped after January 1, 2009.
CONGRATULATIONS TO SARAH S. OUR GRAND PRIZE WINNER!
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my memory of Christmas would be simply FAMILY and friends that I long to keep as memories always
following you on Twitter
I want to be able to remember all the good times spent with my family.
I read your story and I’m so very sorry for your lose. I also lost my parents 3 months apart in 2002,and it is still hard this time of year. I would never want to forget any of the moments I had with my parents on Christmas but the one a remember most was more of a feeling .when I was about 7, I was sitting on my mom’s lap with a barbie I had just gotten, and I can remember the feel of warmth and coziness.And that’s a feeling I would never want to forget. angelacisco@rocketmail.com
My father has Alzheimers and it just breaks my heart sometimes. I can relate to the post.
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your story made me sad and depressed
In 1980-81 my daughter was 4-5 yrs. She was so genuinely happy at Christmas time. I hope I can always remember her big little smile.
I would love to remember the kids laughter & smiles.
Isn’t that what it’s all about?
Sitting around watching the Christmas tree with my family
illnesses r so sad especially when they can’t be controlled.ty 4 the awesome giveaway and entry!:).
I would want to remember the reason for Christmas.
No matter what Santa left for us, we children would always open the presents from each other first! There had been such anticipation, and secrecy involved. It was important to verify that the “perfect present” you got was enjoyed as much as you anticipated.