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Tethering Grace & Togetherness

Sparkly Green Earrings Giveaway!!!

January 15, 2014 by HappyGoStuckey Leave a Comment

So my stack of books “to read” is getting larger instead of smaller. That’s not supposed to be the case. I started with a small stack, and then came Allume and the wonderful swag bag full of amazing books. And then Christmas and after Christmas sales and then several people had wonderful new books released– and I snatched them up. And then I realized… I have a problem. I like to buy books. I like to start reading them. I have a hard time finding time to actually sit and read. But, I’m turning over a new leaf. This year. I’m finishing books. And so far, I’m doing pretty well! All of these books I’m either reading or wanting to read are so amazing and I cannot wait to dive into them– it just requires more self-discipline and planning on my part. So here’s to FINISHING books in 2014!

And to celebrate my newfound fervor for getting up/ going to bed early enough to do some actual reading–

We’re going to do a book giveaway of one of my favorite books!!!

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If you are a mom or have a mom– you will love this book. Sparkly Green Earrings: Catching the Light at Every Turn is a heartwarming and hilarious look at motherhood. this book would make an excellent gift for a first time mom– or even a great Mother’s Day gift for your own Mum! The author Melanie Shankle is the author of the Big Mama Blog and she is so stinkin’ funny. AND, Melanie’s 2nd book, The Antelope in the Living Room: The Real Story of Two People Sharing One Life will be released very soon, on February 4th!!! Lance pre-bought me a copy for Christmas and I cannot wait until it arrives after February 4th! I’m sure it will be just as fun as the first. 

Sooooo, I have not one, but 2 copies of Sparkly Green Earrings to give away to two of you lovely readers!!!! (I love giveaways. I just LOVE them!)

Nothing fancy, just comment down below and answer the following question…. Where is your favorite place to read a book? 

Add another comment if you are a blog follower or if you become one;  two entries for you!!!

 

This giveaway will conclude next Wednesday night, January 22nd at Midnight!!! Winners will be announced Thursday, January 23rd!

*Amazon links are affiliate links.

**Giveaway sponsored by yours truly. I just love this book and I love to share the love!!!

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Comments

  1. Leah says

    January 16, 2014 at 2:06 pm

    I like to read in bed snuggled under the warm blanket!

    Reply
    • Leah says

      January 16, 2014 at 2:08 pm

      And I follow your blog. And on Sunday I almost called you from the bookstore for a book recommendation. I left frustrated and empty handed. 🙁

      Reply
      • happygostuckey says

        January 16, 2014 at 7:40 pm

        Oh no! Did you eventually remember what you wanted?

        Reply
  2. Keisha H says

    January 16, 2014 at 3:04 pm

    My favorite place ever used to be on the stairs. Just something about sitting in the middle of the staircase made me happy! (Drove my parents mad!!) Now, however, I’ll take any place quiet enough to ignore everything else in life 😉

    Reply
  3. Keisha H says

    January 16, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    I definitely follow your blog!

    Reply
  4. Marianne says

    January 16, 2014 at 4:06 pm

    I love reading on the couch or in the car on long car rides. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Whitney from Beauty in the Mess says

    January 16, 2014 at 4:53 pm

    I’ve been wanting to read this book! I’m kind of embarrassed I didn’t know who she was until Allume. I love to read in our favorite comfy chair that matches nothing else in our house, but it’s SO comfy, with a cup of warm tea.

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  6. Whitney from Beauty in the Mess says

    January 16, 2014 at 4:56 pm

    I’m going to try again. I’m sorry if I commented twice! I like to read in the cozy, comfy chair that matches nothing else in our house, with a warm cup of tea. And of course, I also follow your blog.

    Reply
  7. Kristen says

    January 16, 2014 at 5:52 pm

    I like reading on the couch when it’s nice and quiet. 🙂

    Reply
  8. Kristen says

    January 16, 2014 at 5:53 pm

    And I just clicked to follow your blog!

    Reply
  9. pricelessgifts says

    January 16, 2014 at 7:53 pm

    snuggled up on my bed with a cuppa tea!

    Reply
  10. rachelinraleigh says

    January 16, 2014 at 8:33 pm

    i follow & love your blog — your writing style is my jam 😉 and i love “hearing” your voice and that I know your heart ** anywhere w sweet tea and sunshine…

    Reply
  11. Caitlin L. says

    January 18, 2014 at 6:34 am

    Since I was itty bitty I’ve always loved reading in my bed and I still do!

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  12. Caitlin L. says

    January 18, 2014 at 6:35 am

    And I’ve pushed the button to follow!

    Reply
  13. Elizabeth says

    January 20, 2014 at 2:52 am

    I have always loved reading in the bath!

    Reply
  14. Elizabeth says

    January 20, 2014 at 2:52 am

    Also, I now follow by e-mail 🙂 Excited to be part of your online community here 🙂

    Reply
  15. Courtney Barlow says

    January 22, 2014 at 1:06 am

    Love to read in my bed!! Or if I’m really really lucky at the beach!

    Reply

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