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Saturday, February 02, 2008
And the winner is...
Random Integer Generator Here are your random numbers: 55
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Congratulations, Tyna! Thanks so much to everyone who entered my giveaway. I will do my best to visit each of the bloggers who participated here at Riverbend Ramblings within the next few weeks. :)

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Written at Saturday, February 02, 2008 by Paula.
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Bloggy Giveaways Carnival~Winter '08 Edition
**This post will remain at the top of the page until Saturday. Please scroll down for new posts.**

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It's time for another Bloggy Giveaway Carnival hosted by the amazing Shannon.

In the spirit of passing along good reading material, I'm giving away a Christian fiction book entitled Letter Perfect by Cathy Marie Hake. I read this book a while back and enjoyed it. Here's a little bit about the book and author.
Book Description
If her own two feet don't end up tripping her, Ruth Caldwell's mouth is likely to get her into equal trouble. But Ruth has the best of intentions. Truly. It's just that her attempts to live up to her mother's expectations of how a lady should act have often yielded, well, less than impressive results. Josh McCain is speechless when he sees Ruth step off the stage in Folsom, California. Sure, it looks like she's been sleeping in her gown for the past week, but with a crown of riotous curls and those deep green eyes, she's certainly the most beautiful woman he's ever met. But Josh soon finds the sparks that fly upon Ruth's arrival aren't the romantic type. With her legitimate claims to an inheritance, the Broken P Ranch's future is suddenly precarious. And when Ruth's "accidents"-going beyond even her normal bumbling ways-seem to take a sinister turn, Josh must decide where his loyalties lie.

About the Author
CATHY MARIE HAKE is an award-winning author and has written or co-written more than twenty novels. She also works as a nurse and specializes in teaching Lamaze, breastfeeding, and baby care. She makes her home in Anaheim, California, with her husband, daughter, and son.
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Giveaway Guidelines:
* Leave a comment on this post (one per person, please).
* Post about this giveaway on your blog and your name will be entered twice. Let me know you've linked in your comment.
* Non-bloggers can enter, too. Just leave an email address so I can contact you.
* I'll ship anywhere in the U.S. or Canada. :)
* The giveaway will close at 9:00 a.m. EST this Saturday.
* The winner will be announced at noon Saturday.


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Written at Saturday, February 02, 2008 by Paula.
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Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Do you need a pick-me-up?
Chyrll of Chyrll's Corner is hosting a mid-winter giveaway. She's actually giving away four packages of goodies. Go here to enter. The contest closes as 2 p.m. on January 31, and winners will be announced later that day. Tea and books...a delightful combination! :)

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Written at Wednesday, January 23, 2008 by Paula.
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Monday, December 17, 2007
DVD Contest Winner
Congratulations to Missy! If you'll please email me your shipping information, I'll pass it along to Vision Forum so that they can get your DVD in the mail. Thanks so much to all of you who participated, and thanks to my hubby for drawing the winning comment number for me. :) BTW, today is the last day for free guaranteed shipping on order of $75 or more from Vision Forum, so if you still have last-minute gifts to purchase, click on the Vision Forum button in my sidebar.

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Written at Monday, December 17, 2007 by Paula.
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Friday, December 14, 2007
Vision Forum Giveaway
Vision Forum offers so many wonderful items for the family.

This week I'm giving away a copy of The League of Grateful Sons on DVD. The League of Grateful Sons traces the godly legacy of the fathers who faught in World War II. This DVD would be a great addition to your home library.


Just leave me a comment, and you'll be entered to win. If you don't have a blog, be sure to leave your email address so that I have a way to contact you if you win. The contest will close at 10:00 p.m. EST on Saturday, December 15.

***The contest is now closed. I'll announce the winner on Monday.***

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Written at Friday, December 14, 2007 by Paula.
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Monday, November 05, 2007
Giveaway Winner
I had so much fun participating in the biggest-ever bloggy giveaway carnival! This random number generator selected comment #97, and I'm pleased to announce that the winner of my giveaway is...Denise at Shortybears Place. Congratulations, Denise! I'll be contacting you via email to arrange for the shipment of your prizes. Thanks so much to everyone who played along!

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Written at Monday, November 05, 2007 by Paula.
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Monday, October 29, 2007
Fall Ya'll! Giveaway~ A Good Read and Good Smellin' Stuff

Shannon at Rocks In My Dryer is hosting the Fall Ya'll! Bloggy Giveaway. There are so many wonderful things being offered all around Blogland!

I'm giving away three of my favorite things to one of you: a good book to read, something to make your house smell wonderful, and something to pamper yourself with.


#1 Sunrise by Karen Kingsbury


If you haven't read any of Karen's books, you need to! She is a fabulous Christian fiction writer. Sunrise is the first book in the Sunrise Series. You can read all about the book here.

#2 Yankee Candle votive~ Cinnamon Stick





The delicious scent of cinnamon will make your kitchen smell like you've been baking all day. Your house, and your nose, will be very happy. :)


#3 Bath & Body Works lotion~ Velvet Tuberose




I have fallen in love with this body lotion. It's just right- feminine, but not too flowery.


Here are the contest details:

**This contest is open to everyone, non-bloggers, too. I'll even ship internationally!

**Leave a comment on this post. If you don't have a blog, please leave your email address so that I can contact you if you win.

**The contest will end at 11:00 p.m. EST on November 4th. I'll announce the winner on Monday the 5th.


Now, head over to Shannon's and check out all of the other fantastic giveaways!

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Written at Monday, October 29, 2007 by Paula.
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Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Contests

Jen commented about the number of blog contests I've won. I've actually won three contests since I started blogging, including my new favorite necklace.

Win #1

Win #2

I don't enter very many contests because, frankly, I just don't have time to hop all over blogland. I never count on winning, but it sure is fun when I do.

What goodies have come your way through blogging?

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Written at Wednesday, October 03, 2007 by Paula.
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Friday, September 28, 2007
Free Books!
Life in a Shoe is hosting a giveaway of Vision Forum's exciting new adventure series, Ballantyne books. For those of you who have not yet entered the contest, head over there now!! The contest closes at midnight CST.

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Written at Friday, September 28, 2007 by Paula.
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Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Fall Back Into Homeschooling Giveaway
Christina is hosting a "Fall Back Into Homeschooling" giveaway. Just look at all the fun stuff you can win!
Entries will be accepted until September 8. Check out the details here.

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Written at Tuesday, September 04, 2007 by Paula.
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Wednesday, August 22, 2007

Tamara at Training Hearts is hosting a "Pass the Button" giveaway. Entries will be accepted until this Friday. You can read all the details here.

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Written at Wednesday, August 22, 2007 by Paula.
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Friday, June 01, 2007

For all you designer-bag-lovin' gals out there, you still have time to enter this contest. Hurry!
HT- Mrs. U

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Written at Friday, June 01, 2007 by Paula.
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Monday, May 07, 2007
Personalized Purse Picture
I've entered a few blog contests since I started blogging, but I never really expected to win anything. A couple of weeks ago I entered Jennifer's contest for a personalized purse picture. You can imagine how shocked I was when I found out that I had actually won.

I had a tough decision to make: which one of my four kiddos would be the recipient of a piece of custom artwork??? I knew that Mickey Mouse wouldn't be interested--no pretty stuff for him! The little girls share a room together, so it wouldn't be fair if one had her name on the wall and the other one didn't. Bookworm was the child who really needed some artwork on her walls. Since her room makeover a couple of months ago, we still haven't put anything up! I emailed Jennifer a picture of Bookworm's quilt to give her an idea of the room's color scheme. I had no idea what Jennifer would come up with, but I trusted her abilties. :-)

Just a few days later I received a carefully packed box in the mail. I couldn't wait to see what was inside. A sweet note from Jennifer was the first thing that caught my eye.



Underneath all that bubble wrap was Bookworm's personalized picture. We used one of those Command Hooks from 3M to hang it on her wall. Jennifer painted the canvas and then applied the purse using coordinating scrapbook paper. She added bows and a cute little button as accents.



Now, here's the part that you're not going to believe. Jennifer was able to perfectly coordinate her design with Bookworm's bedding. Are you ready to see the result?


Ta-da!

Is that custom art or what?? It's a little hard to tell in this picture, but there are little flowers on the purse that match the flowers on quilt. The stripes matched perfectly, too! Jennifer did an unbelievable job. She is a very talented artist and has been painting some lovely pictures lately and posting them on her blog. Please take a moment to visit her and let her know what a fabulous job she did on Bookworm's purse picture.

Jennifer, thank you for sharing your talent with our family. Bookworm is thrilled to have something so wonderful on her wall. :-)

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Written at Monday, May 07, 2007 by Paula.
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Friday, April 20, 2007
I'm a winner!
Go here to see what I've won. I'm so excited!!! Thank you, Jennifer!

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Written at Friday, April 20, 2007 by Paula.
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Friday, March 30, 2007
Dyson Give-A-Way
5 Minutes for Mom is giving away a Dyson Slim Vacuum! With all the spring cleaning going on, everyone needs a vacuum. I have definitely coveted admired the Dyson vacuums and would love to own one! All you have to do to enter the contest is sign the Mr. Linky here and link to the contest on your blog. The winner will be announced Wednesday, April 4.

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Written at Friday, March 30, 2007 by Paula.
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Thursday, January 25, 2007
Another Apron Contest :)
If you are looking for a bright, cheerful apron to add to your collection, check out this one. This would be a great apron to give (or receive :D) for Valentine's Day! Connie at Smockity Frocks is giving away one of these apons to the winner of her apron contest. It's not too late to enter; the contest ends at midnight, and the winner will be announced tomorrow.

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Written at Thursday, January 25, 2007 by Paula.
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Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Cooking VS. Shopping
The quote on this apron sums up my life in the kitchen: "Born to shop. Forced to cook!"

My two year old keeps saying, "Mommy, you've got shoes and purses on your tummy!"

Although I enjoy cooking and spending time with my kiddos in the kitchen, there are some days I really would rather be scanning the sales racks at the mall, LOL!

This apron was a Christmas present from my dad. When I told him that it was too pretty to wear because I didn't want to mess it up, he told me that I had better wear it because it cost way more than he thought an apron ought to cost. -: I've worn it several times, and it's still stain-free. I don't know how much longer I can keep it that way.

If you're wondering why my pretty little head has been chopped off in the picture, 5 year old Curly Girl was my photographer.

Do you have a favorite apon? Enter it in Barbara's apron contest.

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Written at Tuesday, January 09, 2007 by Paula.
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