Wednesday, October 21, 2009

A Spectacular Giveaway!

Ladies ~ You are not going to believe this. I have so enjoyed and learned so much from Karen Ehman's book, A Life That Says Welcome, that I did something a little crazy this morning.





Well, let me just say that I've wanted to buy an extra copy to give away here on my blog, but money's tight because of our water well situation and because we're saving money to host a Ukranian orphan this Christmas (more on that to come). So I could not bring myself to spend the money. But it was bugging me because I knew how good this book was and how it could really impact and inspire so many women out there.


So here's the crazy part ~ I wrote an email to Karen Ehman this morning. And I asked her if she would consider donating a copy of her book for me to give away on my blog. And. she. said. yes. Oh, goodness, what a sweetheart! And she's even going to sign it for the winner! Yay!


Ladies, I am so excited about this giveaway because this book is awesome! I wouldn't have emailed Karen and begged on my hands & knees for an extra copy if I really didn't think so, would I? No, I'm not the begging type, girls. So rest assured, this is good!


So here's what you gotta do. Simply leave a comment on this post. If you do not have a blog, you must leave an email address so I can contact you and get your mailing address if you win. If you'd like another entry, please post about my giveaway on your blog and link directly back to this post on my blog. And then let me know that you did so by leaving another comment on this post. And if you want to use the picture on your post, feel free to copy it!


Okay, ladies. I'm dancing in my seat right now. Now, go visit Karen and let her know what a sweetheart she is!


Oh, the giveaway is open until midnight Monday, October 26th and the winner will randomly drawn on Tuesday. Sorry, but due to shipping costs, this giveaway is only open to those in the States.


p.s. - It's time for any lurkers to come out of hiding! Oh, and all my friends that I know read my blog but never comment (you know who you are) ~ make sure you comment on this post so you have a chance to win!

*Note* Please see my previous post from today for a more detailed description of Karen's book.

43 comments:

Kayla said...

Woo - hoo!! First comment! And that is soooo sweet that she donated a book. Love it.

Farming On Faith said...

I would love to have this book! Please count me in and I am going put it on my blog for a second try. What great fun!
Happy Well Wishes for you and your family~
Carrie

Simple said...

Fabulous Giveaway. May have to buy this book even if I don't win. Love the title!! Please enter me to win.
blessings, Fine Linen

Simple said...

Oh and I'm going to post about this wonderful giveaway over on my blog.
Have a lovely day, Fine Linen

A day in the life... said...

Wow Amber you have a fabulous blog! I had no idea your children were so gorgeous! :) or that you homeschooled ~ I have lots to catch up with LOL! Blessings to you! (even though the very thought of you being old enough to be a Mother makes me feel ridiculously old! ;)

Wendy said...

Oh this book looks fantastic! What a wonderful person Karen is to do this and you for asking her ;-)

Unknown said...

I too would LOVE to have a copy of this book, thanks so much!

Stella's Apron Strings said...

What a wonderful book!!! I would love to have an autographed copy!!!! Please add me to the list of hopefuls!! :-)
swishfam4@sbcglobal.net

Katy said...

OH!!! I would LOVE the chance to win!!! A great book is always such a treasure!!! Thanks so much for this chance Amber!!! :)

Katy said...

Also...your link to Karen's site needs fixed! :) *you can delete this so I don't get an extra entry...I just wanted you to know about the link! ;) Have a great day!

Traci Michele said...

That is so great! I love "giving authors". I have never read any of her books, but I am always up for a good, inspiring book!

Thanks a bunch. Hope I win.... :-)

Hugs,
Traci

regina said...

Hi Amber, I posted earlier but it never showed up so I'm trying again. Please put my name in the hat for the drawing. I have also posted on my blog. Thank you for having the give-away.
Regina
homesteadblogger(dot)com/onthefarm

Anonymous said...

I'm commenting!!! :)
Looks like a great book! I can see why you're so excited about it. Thanks for doing this! :)
Miriam
glowwworm94@yahoo.com

Nicole said...

I just realized I left a comment on your earlier post instead of on this one. I also put a link on my blog about the giveaway. Thanks, Amber!
Nicole

Teresa said...

count me in! looks like a great book!

Mia said...

I'd love to be a part of this, the book looks wonderful!
Thanks for letting me know about it!


Mia

Shannon said...

Wow! What a sweetheart!! This looks like a great book! I would love to be entered to win.

Holly said...

How fun! Please add my name! If I do not win, maybe I can borrow your copy? I promise it wouldn't take me long to read! :)

Heartfelt living said...

What a wonderful give away. I would love to enter. Just love the title, it drew me in right away.
I will link your contest to my blog as well.
Blessings
~Karen

Missy said...

Love the title!!! Sounds like a book I would pick out..please enter me also!

Aunt Ruthie said...

Hi Amber, you asked about my paint color....pretty much most of my house is painted Burnt Almond from Behr paint found at Home Depot.
Thanks for stopping by! Love your blog!
bless you!
Aunt Ruthie

CHER said...

Hi Amber! I am so glad I found my way here. Someone prophesied over me recently that I have been given a gift of hospitality. Funny how that makes you focus on it. I am also a homeschool mom. Have a blessed day!!!

Stacey said...

Hi Amber. This is my first time to visit your blog and I love the subject. I took a class at my church several years ago about hospitality. I have remembered and thought about the things we learned ever since then. This book looks great. It's very sweet of you to have a give away. You will be a real help to someone down the line.

Annette said...

Hi Amber! how sweet. I'd love to read this one :). rodette413@yahoo.com

MochaVee said...

The book sounds lovely! Please enter me in the contest.

Mocha Vee said...

Whoops, I did that without being signed in for you to know who I am. I'm still learning how to do this. :)

Mary @ Neat and Tidy said...

Please include me in this. I came over from Farming on Faith. Nice blog you have!

Anonymous said...

Please enter me! This book sounds wonderful.

April
apriljane82@hotmail.com

BurttBunch said...

Add me in!!!! That is sweet of you!!!

BurttBunch said...

Just put a post up on the blog too!

Cris said...

Oh, I would love to win this book! I have heard about this book and it is in my favorites in Amazon, but haven't been able to purchase it yet. Thanks so much for the giveaway! Enjoy your blog :) -Cris cristinia@tampabay.rr.com

Jan said...

What a great idea. The book is inviting so if I do not win I may have to find it at my local bookstore. Thanks Nicole - for making me aware of this possibility!
Jan Conrad
Melbourne, FL
janconrad118@hotmail.com

Elise said...

I've heard great things about this book!! I would love a copy...
Thank you and Karen!!
Elise

Beth said...

This book looks great - I'd love a copy!

Anonymous said...

My first post of comments. I would love to have this book. Love your blog too. Yhank you so miuch for the offer.
deedee59@zoominternet.net

diane said...

I love these kind of books. Please enter me to win. Il ove your b;og, I am new to all this.
myheartraces2@gmail.com

Sheri said...

I would love to read the book! I'm new to the blogging world, so I don't have a blog, but my email address is pslorenz@wildblue.net . Thanks for the opportunity. Just looked at your blog for the first time last night. Love it! Blessings!
Sheri

Empty Nest Full Life said...

I would love a copy because this is the direction God is leading me, to open my home more. Praying for all your needs to be met concerning Sergei. Jackie

Teresa Juhl said...

Hi! my name is Teresa. This sounds like a wonderful book and LOOKS like a wonderful book. I don't have a blog but read about you on farming on Faith, Carries blog and am as inspired by the items on your blog as I have been by the items on hers. I want to thank all of you ladies who share your lives for the benefit of others. The inspiration and tips you provide are turely a God given talent! My email address is iamajeweltoo@yahoo.com

Wendi said...

I love the cover of this book. It looks very inviting. I would enjoy a chance to win this book.

Stephanie said...

Sounds like a great book.

Stephanie@eyeballgirl.com

Anonymous said...

This sounds like such a neat book, and just what I could use! Thanks so much for doing this!!!!

Lish85@sbcglobal.net

Kristyn said...

I have been wanting to read this! Thanks for hosting this giveaway.

Kristyn
scarlettz@comcast.net