A Few of (Her) Favorite Things

If you've been reading my blog for any length of time, you know that I love a good swap. The latest swap I participated in was the Mamarazzis Favorite Things Swap hosted by HolleeAnn over at Our Dandelion Wishes. My partner was Lisa over at Growing up Mo' and I'll say this . . . HolleeAnn sure knows how to pair up swap partners. Lisa & I have A LOT in common . . . reading, scrapbooking, the love of food, and of course, our love/hate relationship with "The Bachelor." I've really enjoyed getting to know her.

I received my package yesterday and let me just tell you . . . it was like Christmas morning when I was a child. I had so much fun opening up everything. I wish I had done a better job on her package. Normally, in these swaps, I take the time to wrap up everything and attach cute little explanations of the gifts, but it's been a rough week and I just didn't take the time to do it with her package. So, Lisa . . . I'm sorry!! I hope the gifts will make up for the lack of craftiness this go-round. Hopefully, I'll redeem myself in the next swap.

So, on to the important stuff . . . the pictures . . .

Everything wrapped up nicely in all of my favorite colors

This was the sweet card she enclosed

Package #1 - - - the attached tag read "Two of my favorite reads . . . a little gossip, a little food."

Package #2 - - - the attached tag read "More favorites . . . coffee, my candy of choice, and popcorn salt. This is my daily diet - just kidding!"

Package #3 - - - the attached tag read "I think this bag is super-cute, don't you? Peek inside, there are some scrapbooking goodies!"

Here's a picture of all of my loot!

Thanks again, Lisa for EVERYTHING!!!!

Favorite Things Swap

I love participating in swaps and have participated in quite a few over the last couple of years. I've made some really good 'blog friends' by participating and have gotten some wonderful gifts! I am participating in Mamarazzi's Favorite Things Swap!!! You should head over, check out the requirements/specifics and sign up for this fun swap. The RSVP deadline is February 13th, so hurry on over by clicking on the button below.

I Love a Good Swap, Part 2

Even though I haven't taken the time to blog a whole lot lately, I did take the time to participate in some good swaps. I participated in another Favorite Things Swap over at Because Wendi Said So. My partner was Diana over at Forgetfulone. Even though I certainly didn't expect to receive anything once I realized she lived in Houston, TX and had to evacuate because of Hurricane Ike, Diane sent me some totally cool things and they weren't even late! How AWESOME is that!?!

Here are some pics of all the goodies I received:

Here's a list of the great goodies I received:

A cute handmade card
A yummy smelling candle
A bag of coffee . . . yummy (One of my FAVORITES)
A photo memo box
Scrapbooking stickers, rub-ons, etc.
A chipboard book kit (this is REALLY cool & I can't wait to try it out)
A bag of Dove Milk Chocolates (I'm in Heaven!!!)

Thanks Diana for EVERYTHING!!!!

I Love a Good Swap

Hello all . . .

It's been a VERY long time since I've blogged. For that . . . I am sorry! :-( I'm going to try my hardest to do better. I've had a lot of 'things' going on in my life and I just haven't had much time to sit down and blog.

I did, however, take the time to get involved in another swap. All of you know how I LOVE a good swap. I joined in on the Favorite Things Swap over at The Pink Potpourri. My partner was Linda over at The Random Memorandum. Let me just say . . . Linda is AWESOME!!! She sent me some FABULOUS things!! Here are some pics of all the goodies I received:

A sweet little froggy card

Snowman ornament - - - because she knew I collected snowmen!
Napkins, mini salt & pepper shakers and a package of popcorn boxes
Her favorite movie - - - "Life is Beautiful"

A cute popcorn bowl that says "Please Pass the Popcorn"
A cute matching butter dispenser

Doggy Treats from her doggies to mine . . . how sweet & thoughtful
The second and third pictures are of Lizzy testing out the treats . . . she gives them two paws WAAAAAYYY up!

Thanks Linda for EVERYTHING!!!!

You Know I LOVE a Swap!!

The Pink Potpourri is hosting a "Favorite Things Swap" that I'm participating in.  It's a great way to meet fellow bloggers and also receive some "good" snail mail.  If everyone is like me, the only mail I ever get is junk & bills - - - neither of which are fun for me!!!  If you're interested in participating, just click on the box below.  It will take you to the post about the swap and you will find instructions for what to do to get in the mix.  But, hurry . . . you only have until Monday, August 25th to sign up!

I've been VERY out-of-the-loop lately and haven't done any posts.  I've had A LOT going on and just haven't had the time or haven't been up to posting.  I promise to get back on track really soon!  Until then . . . hugs,

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things . . .

I joined in on the Favorite Things Swap and had soooo much fun.  We were instructed to send some of our favorite things to our partner.  I sent my partner a mix CD, cute pens, oversized memo cube (I get these at Target & LOVE them), a copy of one of my favorite movies of all time, Beaches), etc.  I hope she loved everything.  I certainly enjoyed putting together some of my favorite things.  Take a gander at all the great goodies I got from my partner, Janice.   

Here's a list of all the goodies I received:

• Wendy's Giftcard
• Flashlight
• Rice Krispy Treats
• Stephens Hot Chocolate
• Dial Pomegranate & Tangerine Hand Soap (this is YUMMY)
• Cute lime & green notecards
• Postcards with handpainted birds (absolutely gorgeous) from Hand Painted Love Boxes . . . by Tiffany 
• Super cute shopping list from Scrappy Notes
• An issue of Cook's Illustrated
• A great letter explaining all of the items, which was typed in her favorite color . . . BLUE

 

I was thrilled with every single item and will enjoy using everything.  Thanks so much, Janice!!  I really enjoyed the swap and gaining a new bloggy friend!

Until the next swap . . . .

A Little Travelin' Fun

I joined in on The Orthodox Mom Travel Swap and it was sooooo much fun.  Take a gander at all the great goodies I got from my partner, Jan-Juliana. 

Here's a list of all the goodies I received:

• "Memories" Travel Journal
• Pampered Pet Bookmark
• 2 Sun & Sand scented Yankee Candle votives - - - smells WONDERFUL
• Seashell votive holder
• Rainkissed leaves scented lotion from Bath & Body Works which has now become one of my new favorites
• Beautiful nautical themed box . . . not sure what I'm going to use it for just yet . . . candle holder, flower arrangement, etc.  My kitchen & dining room are both lighthouse themed, so this will go beautifully with my decor!
• Rocks handpicked from the shores of Lake Erie . . . what a SUPER-fabulous idea for a swap item!!  I will put these on display & remember my new bloggy friend!

 

 

Every item was PERFECT and fit me to a tee.  Thanks so much Jan-Juliana!!!

I Love Mail

I participated in a swap over at Are We There Yet Mom. Amy over at Laughing Through the Tears was my blog friend who was to send autumn goodies to me. I was away Friday and yesterday at Relay University (for Relay for Life). I will blog more about this AWESOME experience later. When I returned home late last night, my package was at the door from Amy over at Laughing Through the Tears. It was just a great variety of Autumn goodies. I got a gorgeous Psalm 23 cross that I have now put with my daddy's memory box & pictures. It just fits perfectly! I also got a pumpkin bag tealight holder, Yankee Candle tarts in pumpkin spice (yummy), apple pot holder, oven mitt & towel, notepads & pen, Bath & Body Works handsoap, decorative pumpkin & lots of yummy candy (including my favorite - Reese Cups). There was even candy for Bubby. THANKS AMY - that was VERY thoughtful of you! A great addition was the card & handwritten note from Amy. I have discovered that we have a lot in common. Thank you, my new blogging friend! Happy Autumn!

Autumn Goody Swap

I'm participating in the Autumn Goody Swap over at Are We There Yet Mom's blog. It's a pretty cool idea. So, scoot over to the blog & check it out. I am supposed to answer these questions, so here goes:

Questions:

What do you like best about Fall? That the weather is just about near perfect (not too hot, not too cold).

Do you have any family traditions for this time of year? We always take Bubby to an event @ our local zoo called Boo in the Zoo. This year, we will be starting a new tradition with him. We will be going to a local orchard to pick apples & pumpkins, take a hayride and go through the corn maize. I'm really looking forward to it.

What’s your favorite Halloween chocolate? Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins - - - YUMMY!!

Is there any Halloween treat you do not like? Candy Corn

What has been the best Halloween costume you’ve ever dressed up in? My mom almost always made my & my brother's costumes when we were little. The one I remember most is when I was a witch & my brother was a bat. We were too cute!!!