I am such a happy camper right now. I am so lucky and I want to share my gratitude with you. I have 200 followers and almost 100 000 hits! That sure makes a person feel special and I appreciate each and every one of you who visit my blog, it is why I do what I do. You keep me going and challenge me to try new things! On top of that, some of you may know that I am on a mission to lose aobut 40 pounds (I have a blog dedicated to it here, and I did a journal about it here). I am happy to say that I am just about half way there (18 pounds!) So in honor of everything I have this blog candy up for grabs. Lots of goodies to be had. The picture is not the best but trust me, lots of good stuff!
How can you enter?
1) Leave me a comment telling me about one of your 'big moments', something that has made you feel good.
2) Spread the word, leave a link on your blog, twitter or whatever - just let me know how you are going to do it.
That's it! This post will remain at the top for 2 weeks so please spread the word for me. And thank you everyone, I wouldn't be here without all of you!
Please scroll down to see my new postings, this is going to remain at the top until September 23.
Hey Laurel kudos on the weight loss and being so popular here in blogland! I absolutely love all your posts!!
ReplyDeleteHmmm...something big huh??? Well, I too am trying to lose weight although I'm shooting to lose a total of about 110 lbs. My feel good moment was the week before last when I hit my first weight loss goal of 5% of my weight. I'm doing Weight Watchers and in the 7 weeks I've been on it I've lost a little over 15 lbs. Each weigh-in has been a feel good moment! :) Keep up the good work with your weight loss and definitely keep posting all your amazing crafts!!!
Hey You...congrats on everything and especially the weight loss...that's absolutely fabulous sista...
ReplyDeleteBig moments...hmmm... I'm a late bloomer and graduated from the University of Washington in 2006 :)
fabbie blog candy girlie!!!
Congratulations on the goal going! Oh lets see a big moment.. Must say has to be when I was being interviewed at the bank I worked at for a job in the security department...It was a total long shot but I did get offered the job but was told by an insider that if they were me not to take it. For some reason I decided to not answer till the following day, I guess more that I was going to go home and talk it over with my husband, so anyway, that next day I found out that baically by not transfering my department I saved my job because the bank had gone through an unannounced buy out and the entire security department was let go at closing time the night before!
ReplyDeleteWhew what a big moment cause from then on I just felt that I was sick to my stomach for weeks. In the end it turned out that I was 5 months pregnant! Yep still had my monthly visits and all. No sign till baby flipped! I gain 1 1/2 pounds total!
Totally big moment!
Thanks for a chance at the awesome candy!
Denise Wells
mamascollections@aol.com
Congrats on your blog success. It doesn't seem like very long ago when you were celebrating having 100 followers.
ReplyDeleteAnother congrats on meeting almost half of your weight loss goal. That must feel terrific.
A big moment for me, besides having my kids and getting married, is when I graduated from college, 15 years after I started. It was a long process, but one that was definitely worth it and I'm so happy that I did it.
Thanks for the chance to win your great candy. I'm off to post it on my sidebar now.
Great giveaway! And congratulations on your 200 followers that's a huge achievement.
ReplyDeleteA big moment for me was buying my first house. The task seemed so huge and unknown, but it has been a blast!
Wow, congrats on this HUGE achievement :)! I would have to say one of the BIG moments in my life would have to be the births of all my children.
ReplyDeleteI also posted about your blog candy on my blog:
www.mystampinggrounds.blogspot.com
Inky Hugs,
Catherine
catlevy@eastlink.ca
Hey Laurel,
ReplyDeleteCongrats on 200 followers!!!! Someday it will be 2000!!!! Congrats on the weight loss too, can't wait to check out your other blogs.
Hmmmm big moments,,,well I've had many many in my life, like meeting my hubby, having babies, earning a degree but lately I would have to say a big moment for me would be when we moved out of the city to the country, big change but I completely love it!
P.S. I will add your blog candy to my side bar, thanks for a chance to win it!
I love all of your work and enjoy following your blog. Congrats on getting to such big numbers.
ReplyDeleteI will add a link on my blog to spread the word for you :)
Julie
craftingwithjulie@myctmh.com
http://craftingwithjulie.blogspot.com
Congrats on your 200 followers! 18 pounds gone, 22 more to go. Way to go, Laurel!
ReplyDeleteWell, the big moments for me is married to my husband earlier this year. We met in high school and have been together for 11 years :)
I will post this on my blog with your link.
Wow Thanks for the chance at all your candy I follow and have linked you all up
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my story about http://kreattiva.blogspot.com/
Hey Laurel - - congrats on all your blogging success!! Only more to come, I'm sure!!
ReplyDeleteBig moment for me - would be earning my CA designation. A lot of HARD work - but worth that feeling of achievement in the end!
Off to link your candy in my sidebar!! Thanks for the chance to win some candy!
Congrats on continuing to reach your goal! You did a fabulous journal, and I am so proud of you for losing your weight!
ReplyDeleteI will post your blog candy on the sidebar of my blog.
A big moment for me....Just found out today that my husband will have a job again as of Tuesday! He's been layed off since February.
Laurel, congratulations on your weight loss. This is just wonderful!! (I'm going to check that out next..)
ReplyDeleteYou are linked up on my blog!!
Let's see, a big moment. I would have ot say my big and most unbelievable moment was being in Italy. I've dreamt of that since I was a little girl. So to stand in a vineyeard in Tuscany (only one of the many places!) with my husband, was a dream come true.
it seems that there is a lot to congratulate you on!!! great job on the weight loss, a few of my friends are trying to track their weight and blogging definitely helps..especially when blog friends are so encouraging! thank you for the chance to win this amazing blog candy, and now you have 201 followers -- i'll be back!!
ReplyDeleteWOW! 18lbs, 200 followers, and 100k, that is something to celebrate.
ReplyDeleteMy big momment would have to be ...
the birth of my twins, and my eldest daughter.
And like you I am working on conqueering the bulge, so I hit 7lbs, down, 50 more to go!
Keep going girl!
R
Some scrummy candy!!!! You what a HUGE fan I am of yours! I love everything you do girl!!!
ReplyDeleteI suppose my big feel good moment was the weigh in that put me at a loss of over 80 pounds! Remember, I've been at this for over a year now.
Yay for your 18 pounds!!!!!! Keep it up and you'll be there before you know it!
Blessings,
Kim xXx
Hi Laurel - it's fun to follow your blog! Thanks for some great ideas! Posted a link to your blog - check...
ReplyDeleteOK - biggest moment...here goes - creatively speaking is probably when I won 2nd place for an original design card, My Screen Door Card, in Country Woman Magazine's Craft Bazaar last year 2008. The {{{best}}} part was that I won $350 and what did I buy? Copic Markers! I was so excited, but that was doubled when just this year I was a full page spread {{{feature}}} article. You'll have to see my blog to see the article - http://michellesinkyfingers.blogspot.com!!! I was so very honored!!!
Of course the other big moments in my life, my wedding, the birth our our 4 children - and the compliments I receive all the time at what great kids they are!
Thanks,
Michelle Polizzi
Congratulations! Those are both great milestones! Keep up the good work.
ReplyDeleteOne of the biggest moments in my life was when I was a kid I got to move to Florida and live with my Mom. It's a long story but it was amazing!
Thanks for the awesome chance to win. I will definately add a link to my blog on this.
I will put this on my sidebar Laurel!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to you !!!
Something that makes me feel good....hmmmm Starting this blog is a big thing for me, and all the people I have met and the CONSTANT encouragement and kind comments I get about my artwork (esp as I am so new to this). It makes crafting SO much fun. Receiving wonderful RAK from such wonderful people like YOU!!!!
BUT the best thing for me this year has to be when we found out that hubby had got another job! THAT was a BIG relief... We are so blessed.
Great Candy Laurel.
Congrats on the weight loss, Laurel! :D One my big moments was becoming a teacher, something I've never regretted doing.
ReplyDeleteI posted about your candy on my blog:
http://creativeantics.blogspot.com/2009/09/sweets-for-sweet.html
Congratulations on all of your dedicated blog followers. I see all of your updates and your art is inspirational. I don't have a blog but it is a goal of mine. When I have one you will be put on my sidebar that's for sure.
ReplyDeleteMy big moment happens at the beginning of every school year when my previous students come up to me and give me hugs and tell me about their summer.
Congratulations!
Congratulations on everything. That is so amazing!!!!
ReplyDeleteI think my biggest moments have been the birth of my children. That's probably not what you're looking for... lol... but honestly in my whole life I can think of nothing that has made me prouder or made me happier than those days!
I'm your newest follower and I've posted a link in my sidebar here.
Congrats on the success of your blog...but really...is it a surprise? You are so inspiring! Keep up the great work!
ReplyDeleteHey! I love this candy! Well my big moments are definitely the birth of my kids too. I felt so proud of myself that not only did I carry them, but I birthed them- all without killing my husband. Though it was trying at times, we both made it. :)
ReplyDeleteI also had a really happy moment when someone from Harper Collins Publishing found my blog, emailed me, sent me free books, and told me they loved my writing and basically encouraged me to turn it into a book, which I was already doing- but yeah, the boost helped. :)
I linked back to you on my blog!
oh wow..Thank you so much for the chance to win.. I posted your blog candy on my blog sidebar..
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy moment.. :) your blog is beautiful.. YOu deserve every second of the bliss.. HUGS
www.stretchnbubbles.blogspot.com
big huge congrats are in order!!!
ReplyDeletewow, all of your news is def. something to be very proud of!!!
Congrats on your blog hits..wow! Something I felt wonderful about...the birth of my one & only child! I will be telling & e-mailing all my friends since I don't have a blog!
ReplyDeleteFabulous candy! Thank you for the chance to win :) and congratulations on your achievements!! (weight loss, 200 followers and many hits!). I think one of the big moments I've had is my graduation and getting my first job :)
ReplyDeleteHugs
Hazel
Upss I forgot to say that I added a link of this candy on my sidebar.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day!
Hazel
p.s. don't count this comment :P
Congrats on you weight loss success. Also on your blog success. I will email friends to share with them. I don't have a blog.
ReplyDeletethanks for the chance to win...
Marcy
Hi Laurel congrats on 200+ followers- would love to win these goodies will have to email my mates about them as I don't have a blog yet love your blog and have become a follower.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on all your hits and well done on your weight loss - thanks for the chance of winning your sugar-free candy!
ReplyDeleteOne of my big moments actually hasn't happened yet - I've always had an insane desire to do a zip wire slide, and now that I've turned 40 I actually have the chance of doing it for charity. So if you hear a loud scream on the 26th of Sept, that'll be me!
Fab candy! Thanks for the chance to win! I have posted it on my blog.
ReplyDeleteMy biggest moment was the birth of my daughter. I know it is kind of cliche but so true. She is my sunshine, my heart, my soul!!
Catching up on my blogging. You've been busy! I can;t even pick a favorite~everything you make is so lovely and inspiring! I love o just scroll through time and time again. :)
ReplyDeleteCONGRATS on the 18 pounds! I've been doing WW. I am almost at goal. Down 45, 10 more to go. :)
Great candy!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance to win your sweet candy!!!
I want to be lucky winner:)
Linked it on my sidebar. Welcome to my blog... My biggest moments -the visit in Jerusalem.
Hugs and thanks...
My big moment was when I became the champion of the choral speaking contest held at my school.
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Great work girl!!! That's a HUGE accomplishment! Haven't visited your blog for awhile...boy you have some great creations!
ReplyDeleteLove your blog. Great stuff! A recent accomplishement I am pround of is watching my craft budget. Me and a few of my friends are having a challenge to spend as little as possible and set up our expenditures a month in advance. So far so good!
ReplyDeleteOoh one of my BIG moments. Hmmm - there really have been many so for that I'm thankful but the most recent one was becoming a DT for my LSS for the first time!! What a wonderful feeling!!
ReplyDeleteI have posted and linked you to my sidebar. Good luck everyone!
Eulanda
OMG ALSO CONGRATS ON YOUR JOURNEY!!! Sweet!! Keep on going!
ReplyDeleteI am going to sign up for your blog and also put you on my sidebar. I have heard so much about you and your work and have looked at it many times. I don't know how to link but I will shout it to the world! Let me think - big moments, the birth of my girls, the birth of my grandbabies and being in the delivery room with the last one were big moments. My wedding day was a big moment. My weight loss was a big moment - now if I could just finish it off with the last 20 I would be thrilled!
ReplyDeleteI've had lots of big moments (and I'm grateful) but one especially that has to do with card marking was making valentines for a priest friend to give to some residents at a health care facility (he always calls them his sweethearts), and one lady in particular hadn't spoken to anyone for a very very long time, but when presented with this valentine, she said thank you, and the priest and several people standing by were amazed. They weren't sure she could talk! Now that says something about how touched people can be by something as simple as a card!
ReplyDeleteI'll list this on my sidebar Here
Congrats on meeting your big moments! I've enjoyed following your blog and thanks for sharing your great talent. My big moment? Hmmm... of course getting married, kids being born, blah blah blah... but one of my biggest moments was finding scrapbooking as something I do for ME. I had that "aha" moment when I discovered CTMH and then the community that came with it. I've had a blast with it. Well here's to another 100,000 hits!
ReplyDeleteYou sure do have a lot going for you right now! I know how you feel on the weight loss, it has been a difficult journey for me...I have about 20-25 more pounds to lose myself. A big moment for me...I think the biggest moment for me so far in my life is not something I have accomplished (and I feel I have accomplished a good bit), but meeting and marrying the love of my life. :) Yep, I'm a big ole sap! Will post about candy on FB right now.
ReplyDeleteLaurel, congrats on the huge amount of hits and followers, but ESPECIALLY on being halfway to your weight goal! that's wonderful!
ReplyDeletei'm on a mission to get to the gym three times a week or more, so i'm hoping to achieve similar results!
one of my big moments? oh, that's easy... discovering my creative outlet. it has been a HUGE blessing to me, especially during more stressful times. YAY for papercrafting! :)
i have your candy linked in my sidebar, so i hope that gets you even MORE hits and more followers!
take care! XO
it sounds like you have had a few memorable moments! so, here's mine: graduating from college at 38 with 5 generations of family watching.
ReplyDeletealos, your blog candy has been announced on my blog: http://rush8888.blogspot.com/2009/09/blog-candyno-not-mine_7768.html
best wishes for the next happy moments!
Wow that is awesome! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteI'm new to this so I hope this works. Congratulations on over 200 followers, over 1000 hits, and your weight loss - keep up the good work - you can do it!
ReplyDeleteLike most of us, I have had many "big moments" in my life. Getting married 30 years ago, having a beautiful daughter, and most recent getting through one year of chemo-therapy. That is one of the hardest things, but I made it. That was a big moment when I knew that I wouldn't be in "my chair" at the hospital next Wednesday, after four months of chemo every week and then eight months of chemo every other week. My daughter had a big surprise party for me and there were around 25 family and friends to help celebrate.
I have bookmarked your blog and will be a follower. Thanks for the chance to win this blog candy.
Take care,
Rebecca
Wow, go Laurel - congrats on everything you have and will accomplish this year!
ReplyDeleteI know it's not very original, but nothing compares. My big moment(s) are the birth of every one of my kids - my life has changed so much with each one and I can't imagine life without any of them!
I'm off to post your candy on my blog - thanks for the chance at some great goodies!
The most recent "big moment" I had was when I went down to get my business license for my online scrapbook products store, Sweet Scrap Deal. When I became a small business owner I was very proud of myself & very confident that I could make it a success. I posted your blog candy on my sidebar of my blog HERE. :)
ReplyDeleteYou go girl! A big moment for me is getting into a workout regime! I hate going but am pumped when I am done! I linked your fab candy to my side bar! Beth
ReplyDeletebest of luck! my big moments are whenever i've made a sale in my Etsy shop.
ReplyDeleteWOnderful Candy! Congrats on ALL your great achievements! WOW! I would have to say my Biggest Moment was becoming a Mother! I had lost several babies, so when my daughter was born, she was the greatest gift I could have ever been given!
ReplyDeleteI will gladly link you, and am amongst your many followers! Thanks for the chance!
Julie
Congrats Laurel! It's hard to pick just one moment, but I guess starting my blog is pretty big to me. Next up - figuring out the whole digital scrapping thing.
ReplyDeleteI put a post up on my blog, thanks for the chance to win.
hello, Laurel
ReplyDeleteCongrats on all! That's fantastic!
The births of my two children are my big moments.
Thank you so much for being generous enough to offer such gorgeous candy to win!
I'll leave a link on my sidebar spreading the news for you.
lot of greetings from Germany - Regina
Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteMy biggest moments was when my two kids was borne and the last big moment in 2005 when my grandson was born!
I link you in my sidebar!
And thanks to give us the change to win your fantastic Candy!
Greetings from Elborgi in germany
Congrats on your news and keep them coming!
ReplyDeleteMy biggest moment was when I got to meet and spend a week with my Australian pen pal of 40 years as she toured the USA. I'll always treasure that time.
I put you on my blog candy list on my blog.
simplethingsinlife.blogspot.com
Congratulations on your weight loss and 200 followers! What a great milestone!
ReplyDeleteA big moment for me was 3 months ago when I found out I was pregnant! My husband and I have been trying for years and finally our time has come to be blessed with a baby! So exciting!
Thanks again for a chance to win!
congrats on your weight loss I wish I had the will power LOL. My happiest moment was having my kids
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your weight loss! We are all rooting for you!
ReplyDeleteI am very proud to say we are finally debt free! Something I never thought I'd say.
How special!!! Congrats! What yummy candy too! My big moment is hearing Jovie laugh and coo for the first time. So fun!!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats, Laurel! I'm currently dieting myself... got any delishious recipes to share???
ReplyDeleteA big (and proud) moment in my life was watching my visually impaired twin daughters graduate and then head off to college. Makes me tear up just typing about it!
I'm off to put a link to you on my blog. Thanks for the chance to win some awesome candy! :)
Congrats on your hits/followers and the weight loss!! What a great feeling!!
ReplyDeleteOthen than my own kids being born. My big special moment for me was when my 1st granddaughter "Meghan" was born. Long story short. My daughter named her Meghan after a baby i was carrying died.. {by choice}
WOW!! You go girl! My most recent big moment was win Cath over at Moxie Fab World mentioned my card as a top 5. HUGE!! Especially since it was my first contest!
ReplyDeleteWalking with my son to complete his 5k dyslexia walk. I have the other major events, marriage, kids, but nothing like seeing him complete something that he suffers with daily.
ReplyDeleteI thought I had posted already, but I didn't see it. So if I did delete this one so it's fair.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on everything and just FYI you are a true inspiration to all of us. I look forward to seeing at the fab things you create! Best wishes on your weight loss goals and more crafting!
Wow
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the weight loss and your blog. I love your blog and all of your artwork. It is one of hte first ones I check out when I have time. Thanks for the chance to win blog candy. I guess one of my big moments was when I was named Teacher of the Week. I was nominated by my students and it made me feel like I was doing a good job.
I will post a link on my blog.
http://roxiestampincorner.blogspot.com/
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ReplyDeleteBig Comgrats love your work!!! I think by Big Moment was getting published for the first time it gave me the confidence to do other things.I am linking your blog cand to my sidebar thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteLaurel,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on all your success! It takes a lot of effort to accomplish this type of goal.
One of my biggest moments was when my husband donated his kidney to me. I was so thankful that the surgery went well and that I have such a loving generous husband.
I will spread the word about your give away on my facebook page.
Peggy N.
snickels@msn.com
very cool! I put a link on my blog...good luck!
ReplyDeleteThings that made me smile: seeing my kids laugh!
Laurel you have so many followers and so many hits because you are THAT GOOD. People wouldn't keep coming back if you weren't. I would love to win your blog candy and I am going to put a post on my blog sending everyone this way. Thanks for your kind comments on my blog.
ReplyDeleteCongrats Laurel on getting to your halfway point! My biggest achievement was losing 100 pounds in 2001! I can't tell you how I felt when I made my goal at Weight Watchers. Thanks so much for the chance to win some fabulous blog candy. I will spread the word on my Fiskateer message board.
ReplyDeleteThanks,
sandyh502001 at yahoo dot com
Congrats on the great weight loss. I've been following this blog and your running/weight loss blog.
ReplyDeleteProud moment was when I hit 10% the last time I was in Weight Watchers. Losing weight is such a struggle for me and to actually get that key fob was a great pride and joy for me
WOOHOOO! Congrats on the weight. That is always a big challenge!!
ReplyDeleteOne of my biggest moments was someone coming up to me and telling me reaching out to them meant a lot and that they could tell I loved them... :)
Hi there Laurel. Congrats on the weight loss, hits and followers. To add on emore I also became a follower and I added your giveaway to the sidebar on my blog. Thank for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteMy biggest moment was the first time I held my baby girl for he first time. She looked so small and perfect, ita moment I'll never forget. She is just over a year old right now.
Hey hey! Well My BIG MOMENT recently was actually on MY blog AboveRubiesStudio.com
ReplyDeleteI am so thrilled that I have had over 20000 in only 3 months! I'm also THRILLED for a few other VERY personal reasons of things that have happened ercently too - but ALL things to make you feel GGGREEEATT! :) Thanks for doing this! I'll be passing the word along on FB and probably AboveRubiesStudio.com! See you soon!
Wow! Congrats on all your accomplishments! I would have to say my greatest moment was the birth of my daugther. I am a firm believer in love at first sight now! I'll post your blog candy on my blog at http://scrappingonedayatatime.blogspot.com. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteKudos Laurel on losing weight! That is so cool!
ReplyDeleteMy biggest moment was the arrival of my baby boy on July5'2009! Babies are so precious!
Thanks for the chance to win blog candy.
Viji#5858
I am going to post this candy on my blog
www.snippitysnap.blogspot.com
hey congrads to you on everything! 18 pounds is half way almost! I will be starting this journey myself when I am well enuf..biggest moment? Clearly birthing my 2 kids...best 2 days of my life! Nothing can top it..absolutely NOTHING! xoxo u go girl! Cher # 5859
ReplyDeleteHey Laurel congratulations!! I have posted about your accomplishments on my blog. You can check it out here. http://craftycreationsbykathy.blogspot.com/2009/09/blog-candy-alert.html
ReplyDeleteMy Big moment(s) would have to be the birth of my daughter and then the birth of her daughter. I have just one child a daughter and she had her baby almost 2years ago now. They were the best experiences of my life. I can't put into words. But the absolute best feeling ever. Plus I get to babysit and have the time of my life.
Kathleen #324
Congrats on the blog(its just fantastic I found it via Nicholes blog(PTI))
ReplyDeleteHmm the biggest accomplishment to date would have to be completing my degree next semester.. i cant WAIT!
thanks for the chance to win and thanks for sharing!