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Friday, April 29, 2011

Happy Friday...let's have a GIVEAWAY!

Phew! I’m slowing catching up on all my blog reading this week. There are days that go by that are so filled with the “everyday” stuff that I just can’t find the time to sit and read (and sometimes drool) over all the fantastic blogs on my list.

If you peeked into my reader, you’d find blogs about decorating, crafting, entertaining, gardening, photography and of course lots and lots of food blogs.

Sandy’s blog The Reluctant Entertainer is a little of all the things I love about a blog rolled up into one. She’s a busy Mom of 3 teenagers (I can relate to that) who maintains a garden, entertains on a budget, makes delicious meals for her family and friends, teaches the power of gracious hospitality and shows you that entertaining doesn’t have to be stressful. You can be the hostess AND enjoy the party!

Sandy is also the author of The Reluctant Entertainer.

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Sandy on her book:

In my NEW inspirational book, The Reluctant Entertainer, I relate to many
apprehensive hostesses in real ways with genuine encouragement and advice.
Emphasizing the forgotten goal of entertaining – connecting deeply with others –
I show how women can use who they are and what they have to create memorable experiences.

Plus it’s packed with over 40 of Sandy’s delicious recipes.

Sandy contacted me and offered one of my readers a copy of the book! Thanks so much Sandy! Since spring is finally here and Mother’s day is approaching fast, just answer this question for me:

What is your favorite flower?

If you’d like another chance to win, follow this blog (if you do already, let me know in the comments and I’ll add another chance in for ya).

Deadline for entries is Tuesday, May 3rd, so hurry!

Please include an email address if you do not have a blog.

Can't wait to win it?? Buy it now on Amazon!
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45 comments:

  1. Brittany P.April 29, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    It would have to roses. Roses are the perfect example of God's glory. Doesn't hurt that Savanna loves them the most too. :)

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  2. talitha_3kApril 29, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    chrysanthemums :)

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  3. All That's Left Are The CrumbsApril 29, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    My favorite would have to be the gardenia.

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  4. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    My favorite would be hydrangeas!

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  5. AwnaApril 29, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Lily's! (:

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  6. MelissaApril 29, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I need this book. Before my dinner party late May, about which I am quite nervous!

    Um, favorite flower, though? Hm. Roses, I s'pose. I love all flowers now thanks to traveling a lot through Big Sur, but the biggest surprise I ever got from Steve was a huge bouquet of Roses for our 10th wedding anniversary and they smelled *amazing*.

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  7. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Ranunculus are stunning, but in the end, my favorite is lilac.

    Cheers,

    *Heather*

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  8. LyndaApril 29, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    sunflower! ;)

    lyndagp at gmail dot com

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  9. LyndaApril 29, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    i follow this blog

    lyndagp at gmail dot com

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  10. ToshuaApril 29, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    My favorite flower is the Calla Lily.

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  11. ldelangelApril 29, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    My favorite flower is hydrangeas.

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  12. Melody CampbellApril 29, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Seriously?! You want me to pick just one? I'm reading the other comments to this post and seeing some of my favorites, hydrangeas...yah, me too! gardenia...yah that one too! ROSES!...uh YAH! I adore God's masterful creation of flowers!

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  13. Julie BApril 29, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    My favorite is peonies!

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  14. LanieApril 29, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    I love Hydrangeas!

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  15. AmyApril 29, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    She's going to show me that entertaining doesn't have to be stressful, really? Well then, sign me up!

    Gigantic sunflowers. Totally.

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  16. Courtney JeanApril 29, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    My favorite flower would have to be a pink rose. But I also really like pink tulips. Flowers are such a great addition to bring femininity into your home!

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  17. ReneeApril 29, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    I'm a huge fan of Agapanthus!

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  18. ReneeApril 29, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Following your blog! Thanks for the chance to win this book!

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  19. MonicaApril 29, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Tulips!

    Thanks!

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  20. KimApril 29, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    It is sooooo hard to pick just one!

    Okay. Hydrangeas!

    Periwinkle, limelight or pure Annabelle white? I truly madly, deeply LOVE them all. Thank goodness I don't have to decide on a color.

    Her book sounds wonderful. I want to enjoy the party!

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  21. CynthiaApril 29, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    I love large beautiful gerbera daisies! I already follow your blog!

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  22. BethApril 29, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    I like crocuses. First sign of spring around here. And yes I follow your blog!

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  23. cherylApril 30, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    Blossoms; cherry, peach or quince.

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  24. AlissaApril 30, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    lilacs and stargazer lilies. :)

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  25. ™ سكينة بنت أحمدApril 30, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Ohh, i love Calla lily.

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  26. ErinApril 30, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Tulips! I hope I win!

    erinb1@aol.com

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  27. GerilynneMay 1, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    There's no way I can choose just one. There are so many beautiful flowers to choose from.

    It really is hard for me to pick just one. I never thought much about flowers growing up. They were pretty, they grew in other people's gardens (though some azalea bushes and crocuses did dare to thrive in our yard) and they seemed like a waste of money to me. What's the point of growing something that gives you nothing in return? Then I moved to Alaska. Long dark nights and even shorter dark days make winter drag forever. Then, one day, you notice the buds on the trees and as you scurry to complete your errands downtown, you notice all the beautiful hanging baskets the municipality of Anchorage decorates street posts with, and you make a point of wandering through town square as you gaze in awe at the splendor and array of all the colors of the rainbow. Pansies, petunias, begonias, marigolds, lobelia... they're all there. And you finally understand, it's not about a lowly flower but but about the beauty and joy they bring to us. I cannot wait until husband retires from the military and we buy our first home. It *will* have a garden and it will be covered in flowers. Of that I guarantee you. :-)

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  28. AnonymousMay 1, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    I love Dahlias, and pansies and well all flowers but Dahlias is my first choice.

    Laura
    theenclave@cfl.rr.com

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  29. CathlynMay 1, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    My favorite flowers are hydrangeas. I love that you can change the color of the flowers with the type of soil they're planted in.

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  30. CathlynMay 1, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Following your blog and loving it!

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  31. AnonymousMay 2, 2011 at 1:39 AM

    My favorite flower is the daffodil...Thanks for the chance to win...e* emurgajackson@yahoo.com

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  32. SavannahMay 2, 2011 at 3:01 AM

    Definitely Hydrangeas!!

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  33. Stacey S.May 2, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Peonies! My wedding bouquet will be made of light pink peonies! They are soft and pretty :)

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  34. KayMay 2, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Dahlias. They're huge and gorgeous! :)

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  35. ElizabethMay 2, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    My favorite flower is Freesia!!

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  36. UnknownMay 2, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    A simple daisy - colors

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  37. AnonymousMay 2, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    I love zinnias.

    heatherspooner1981 at gmail dot com

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  38. ~lifedramatic~May 2, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    You know, I love the beauty and stamina of Tulips, but if I had to pick a forever flower, it would have to be a beautiful AND fragrant rose. Must be both.

    Char

    http://lifedramatic.blogspot.com

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  39. AnonymousMay 2, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Well it really is hard to pick just one, but I love daffodils since they are the first sign of spring. Foxgloves are lovely too, but I think roses are my favorite. Here in California, they are beautiful, versatile and smell so good! I enjoy reading your blog and thanks for the chance to win!

    Karen
    karen@edwardproperties.com

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  40. WonderfulMay 2, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Tulips! I've been reading Sandy's blog for years! Great giveaway!

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  41. VickiMay 2, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    Dahlias.

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  42. vhisionMay 2, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Calla Lily

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  43. JennywennyMay 3, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Totally impossible to pick just one but the first that pops into my head is freesia, even I can grow them and the scent is incredible!

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  44. EmMay 3, 2011 at 11:34 PM

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  45. EmMay 3, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    sunflowers

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