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July 23, 2012 By Sarah Halstead

3 Year Blogiversary Giveaway! » CLOSED

Filed Under: Giveaways, Photography

Hi everyone!! How are you all doing? We were out of town last week, you can see some photos here and here. We will be gone this week to the Holoprosencephaly Conference that I raised money for at the beginning of the year. I am sure I will be sharing all about it soon.

Anyways today is my 3 Year Blogiversary and I have three giveaways for you all and they will go to one person! Eeekk! So exciting! I also have four other giveaways going on right now so make sure you check them out!

 

A Rural JournalFirst up we have a $25 Etsy Shop Credit to NClaeys Photography. I LOVE her photography, it is amazing! She also blogs A Rural Journal. She has a weekly link up called Your Sunday Best. There are some inspiring photos linked up there each week. She also has a link up called Rural Thursday. She is one busy lady and very inspiring.

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Next up we have a $10 Starbucks Card sponsored by Jodi at Sweets & Shutterclicks. Who doesn’t love Starbucks? I know I could go for a Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino right now! How about you? Jodi is always a great friend and is very supportive. I love reading her blog and chatting with her on Twitter. She also has an adorable puppy! She writes about photography baking, music, and everyday life.

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Last but not lease is winner’s choice of a Teethease Necklace. I was sent the Rockease necklace and I love it.

Carsyn enjoys playing with it and chewing on it. It also gives Dustyn something to chew on. I feel like it is something safe that he can chew on that will help with his sensory seeking.

I love the look of the necklace. I got the green and it really looks like a rock. It is soft, flexible feeling. I really love the length of the necklace. It is easy for Carsyn to grab onto.

Teethease™ products always have your little ones safety in mind.

  • Free from BPA, PVC, phthalates, latex and heavy metals
  • Easy to keep bacteria free, dishwasher safe
  • Features break-away safety clasp
  • Conforms to EN-71 regulations (highest International Safety Standards)
  • Made from soft, flexible silicone
  • Seven uniquely shaped ‘rocks’
  • Fun, functional, fashionable and convenient.

 

 

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  1. Misty Dawn says

    August 1, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    I know I'm late, but I still wanted to wish you a happy blogiversary! My 5 year blogiversary was in June. I didn't really do anything to celebrate, but I did treat myself to a new landing page (www(dot)naturallymisty(dot)com) and a new blog design from my awesome friend Tammy at blissandfolly.
  2. Elizabeth Amorese says

    July 30, 2012 at 4:49 pm

    3 years already? where does the time go? Love ya sis!
  3. WeeMason's Mom says

    July 30, 2012 at 12:27 am

    Happy Happy Blogiversary!!!
  4. Sarah [NurseLovesFarmer.com] says

    July 29, 2012 at 9:33 pm

    Happy Blogiversary, Sarah! Love the new look of the blog, and thanks for being so interactive with ALL your readers on IG, Twitter, here...you haven't let "blog fame" get to your head and I truly appreciate you for it!
  5. Dee says

    July 29, 2012 at 7:00 pm

    Happy Blogiversary thanks for the chance! :)
  6. Sarah says

    July 27, 2012 at 11:39 pm

    Awesome giveaways! And happy blogiversary!
  7. Julie Sancken says

    July 26, 2012 at 11:23 am

    New follower :) LOVE your blog, can't wait to read more! Happy Blogiversary!
  8. Tabathia B says

    July 25, 2012 at 10:09 pm

    Congrats! Happy blogiversary :)
  9. Chelsea says

    July 25, 2012 at 4:53 pm

    Happy blogiversary - how exciting! Thanks for the great giveaway :)
  10. Kristin Bogle says

    July 25, 2012 at 3:30 pm

    Happy Blogiversary! Thank you so much for offering this giveaway!
  11. Sarah @ 2paws Designs says

    July 25, 2012 at 9:03 am

    What fun goodies! Happy Blogiversary and hope you've had a good anniversary this week as well. :)
  12. Cindy P says

    July 25, 2012 at 8:37 am

    What an awesome giveaway!!
  13. Southern Gal says

    July 25, 2012 at 7:29 am

    Happy Blogiversary! Spending the summer drinking in a new granddaughter.
  14. Melanie says

    July 24, 2012 at 12:11 pm

    Very cool stuff! I love Nancy's work also. I just wanted to say a quick thank you for having me up on your sidebar for a while. Thanks Sarah!
  15. selena says

    July 23, 2012 at 8:24 pm

    Happy Blogoversary!
  16. Danielle says

    July 23, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    Congrats on 3 years! I am new here and looking forward to reading more!
  17. Amber says

    July 23, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    So fun! I haven't entered give aways in a long time, so it would be fun to win. Happy Blogiversary!
  18. Throuthehaze says

    July 23, 2012 at 4:50 pm

    Happy Blogiversary!
  19. Kim Cuningham says

    July 23, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    Happy 3 years! I so enjoy coming here to see your images and two sweet boys! Enjoy the conference!
  20. alice barton says

    July 23, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    What a wonderful giveaway!!! xx
  21. Chelsea says

    July 23, 2012 at 4:00 pm

    Happy Blogiversary!!!!!
  22. Rebecca T. says

    July 23, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    Great giveaway! Happy Blogiversary!
  23. tricia says

    July 23, 2012 at 2:14 pm

    YOU ROCK. That is all. :)
  24. Kat says

    July 23, 2012 at 1:30 pm

    happy bloggaversary!!!!!!!! ps- i sent you an email earlier about the whole ad hoopla.
  25. Elena says

    July 23, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    Happy Blogiversary!
  26. Robyn says

    July 23, 2012 at 1:05 pm

    Happy Blogiversary, Sarah! I enjoy your photography and hope you keep up your blog and inspiring work. Nancy is a favorite of mine too!
  27. Heather Julian says

    July 23, 2012 at 12:41 pm

    Found you throguh a friend. Happy 3 year!
  28. Mindi Stavish says

    July 23, 2012 at 12:07 pm

    We hopefully will be going to VA beach the third weekend in August. If so hope we can meet up!! :)
  29. Yolanda says

    July 23, 2012 at 11:25 am

    Happy 3rd blogiversary!
  30. kristin says

    July 23, 2012 at 10:37 am

    you do the best giveaways!! Happy 3rd blogiversary!! that is awesome!!
  31. maureen says

    July 23, 2012 at 10:29 am

    Congratulations on the milestone
  32. Alaine says

    July 23, 2012 at 10:23 am

    Happy blogiversary! family74014 at gmail dot com
  33. Mary Happymommy says

    July 23, 2012 at 9:39 am

    Happy Blogiversary!
  34. Kelly M says

    July 23, 2012 at 9:35 am

    Awesome giveaways!! Happy Blogiversary!!
  35. Tamar Strauss-Benjamin says

    July 23, 2012 at 7:15 am

    Wow! Some great giveaways! happy 3rd blogiversary!

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