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Who Wants Chocolate? (A Giveaway!)

December 2, 2008 by Elaine

I find it a little ironic that I’m trying to lose some weight but my blog continues to be about food. What’s that about anyway? Well in this case, I’m givin’ it away and won’t be eating it myself. So… there is a method to my madness! Who knew?! See’s Candies emailed me last week…

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Filed Under: chocolate, Giveaways

Need A Pretty Necklace?

November 14, 2008 by Elaine

I am seriously having trouble keeping up with all the giveaways going on right now but here’s another one! Jen @ Cheaper Than Therapy (love her blog name!) is hosting a great giveaway for a darling necklace that would be perfect for the holidays! I just recently started reading Jen’s blog and can’t believe I…

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Filed Under: Giveaways, Mommy Bloggers

Gratis Groceries!

November 14, 2008 by Elaine

Last night I POURED over photos of my boys with messy faces and food in their hair in order to find the perfect picture to post for the contest over at 5 Minutes for Mom in which you can win $500 in free groceries. It was SO much fun to take a stroll down my…

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Filed Under: contests, Daniel, Family, fun stuff, Giveaways

Day Trippin’ Through BloggyLand

November 11, 2008 by Elaine

Okay people, I have a lot of business to cover here in a short time so grab your coffee, tea, wine, whatever and get comfortable. I don’t want you to miss anything. We got places to go and people to see. K? First off, I would like to thank Chelle over at Creative Momma for…

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Filed Under: awards, Giveaways, Linking

Where In the World is Little G?

November 8, 2008 by Elaine

So here it is mid-afternoon and I am remembering that I am supposed to post for NaBloPoMo! I don’t usually post on Saturdays and my parents are in town for a visit so… well… those are my excuses. But, I made it… now can you guess where Little G is? Probably not because they’re really…

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Filed Under: Giveaways, Little G

Bloggy Giveaway Winner!

November 1, 2008 by Elaine

Just wanted to post the winner of the mini cuddle from Ambajam and that would be my friend Rhea @ Texas Word Tangle!! I promise that it was the randomizer that chose a Texan, not me. Here’s proof! Random Integer GeneratorHere are your random numbers:28Timestamp: 2008-11-01 13:04:03 UTC Thanks to everyone for entering and especially…

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Filed Under: Ambajam, Giveaways, Winner

It’s a Cuddly Giveaway!

October 27, 2008 by Elaine

This giveaway is now closed and I will notify the winner today, Saturday, Nov. 1. Thanks to all who took the time to comment and especially to those who answered the pie question! : ) Looky there! It’s Bloggy Giveaway time again! I am so excited to participate this time (I was on vacation last…

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Filed Under: blogging, contests, Giveaways, Linking

And the Girly Outfit Goes To…

October 23, 2008 by Elaine

…amanda! Hey girl, you won the One Step Ahead coverall! Just email me your snail mail and I will send it when I get back from my trip. Y’all have a great rest of the week and don’t miss me too much! ; ) And please check out the wonderful guest posters and give them…

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Filed Under: Giveaways, Mommy Bloggers, Winner

Some Bid’ness

October 21, 2008 by Elaine

1. Jen sent some Good Mail and I was so happy to receive it. This is a Halloween pin that is fabric and looks “quilted.” The picture DOES NOT do it justice. So cute! Thanks Jen, you send GREAT mail! ; ) 2. I am leaving Thursday morning for my girls trip and I have…

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Filed Under: Giveaways, good mail, Linking, Misc.

It’s Winner Time!

October 16, 2008 by Elaine

We have a winner for the Beaucoup favors and it’s Nina of The Tapestry of our Lives! And you know, I always wish that everyone could win, but I have to say that I am pretty proud of the Randomizer for picking this lady. Here is her comment: How would I spend $25? Well, I…

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Filed Under: Beau-coup, Giveaways, Weekly Winners

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Miss Elaine-ous Me

Hi! I'm Elaine, a transplanted Texan who has spent almost 16 years living in Cajun country. I am re-married to Brandon and we have five "kids" together, ages 21, 18, 17, 16 and 15 and crazy but cute dog, Charlie. I am also an office manager, occasional writer, prayer, and lover of life! Find me on Instagram (misselaine0375) and contact me at misselaineous0375 (at) gmail (dot) com.

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