** IMPORTANT UPDATE **
I’m so impressed with the response to my book giveaway–thank you for your interest and great comments! I’ve decided to accept entries until 4:00 p.m. this Saturday, February 2. I’ll hold the drawing shortly thereafter.
How was your Monday? Was it really so miserable that nobody had anything fun to share?
Of course, I understand that springing it on you late in the day like I did may have caught you off guard. And I also understand if life just isn’t very fun for you. I’m very sorry if you couldn’t even smile about something yesterday. Here–this is for you:
And if you just forgot to smile or laugh yesterday, or nothing was really very funny, then this card is for you.
What I suspect, however, is that many of you were actually having a ton of fun exploring the many Bloggy Giveaway offerings popping up all over blogdom.
And so today, because I forgot to do it yesterday while I was so busy laughing and doodling and figuring out Mr. Linky, I’m posting my own little Bloggy Giveaway. It’s a repeat of last season’s:
Your very own copy of my book, The Contemplative Mom. You can enjoy it yourself or wrap it up as a gift for the weary and heavy-laden mom in your life.
This is open to all readers, not just stateside, as I know that some of my Internet friends log on from overseas. I’ll probably choose media mail to ship it, because I’m not only contemplative; I’m also kind of cheap.
The winner will be drawn sometime this weekend. I haven’t decided precisely when. I’ll come back and update this post when we get closer and let you know the time and day.
Enter by leaving a comment (include an e-mail or some means of contacting you). Be sure to add some thought (could be fun, creative, deep, or contemplative) to your comment instead of just typing out your name and contact information; it makes the whole process so much more, well, fun.
I’ll select a number randomly to determine the winner.
I hope your Tuesday is a fun day, too. If it isn’t, it will be after you view some of the cute (and free) and creative items people are offering, so head on over and check it out.






104 comments
January 29, 2008 at 12:54 pm
Andrea
Perfect timing!! I just posted your interview.
And, yes, put me in the drawing…I’ll give it away to someone because I already have a copy!!
January 29, 2008 at 12:55 pm
Michelle C
Sounds like an interesting read.
January 29, 2008 at 12:58 pm
Katy
i would love to read this! Thank you so much!
January 29, 2008 at 1:00 pm
Katy
i would love to read this! Thank you so much!
January 29, 2008 at 1:01 pm
Nikke
I need this book in a big, bad way. Thanks for the opportunity! Neat giveaway!
January 29, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Sharon
Please enter me in the drawing.
Thanks!
January 29, 2008 at 1:49 pm
Mary
Please enter me in your drawing. I like the song on the Hallmark card, only around here in western Washington it’s a snowy day, not a sunny day. No school yesterday and late start today. What did my kids do yesterday? Go buy a pet rat. If it doesn’t work out I could offer it as a free bloggy giveaway. Just kidding.
January 29, 2008 at 1:58 pm
Susan
Sounds great! Thanks for the contest.
January 29, 2008 at 2:00 pm
dsimple
I’m in western Washington, too, and we had snow, as well. It’s all gone now where we are, though. It was sure pretty outside yesterday, though. Our cats even had fun walking and playing in the snow … they thought “toys” were falling from the sky when the big flakes came down.
Enter me in the drawing, please. Sounds like my kind of book.
~Debi
http://dsimple.wordpress.com
January 29, 2008 at 2:01 pm
hookedonhouses
Hi, Ann! I already own your beautiful book, of course, but I’d love a copy to give my sister-in-law, so count me in! I’m giving away a book on my house/decorating blog that I think you’d like, so stop by and enter my drawing when you have a chance! (http://hookedonhouses.wordpress.com )
-Julia K
January 29, 2008 at 2:13 pm
Heather@mommymonk
Thanks for the card – it did make me smile
I have a birthday card that yodels with the same cartoon characters which always brightens my day.
January 29, 2008 at 2:22 pm
Aimee
of course put me in the drawing since I have been itching to read it
January 29, 2008 at 2:23 pm
Kristen M.
Thanks for the practical reminder (through the book) that we mothers have to keep God first – it is easy to elevate our children and give less of ourselves to God.
January 29, 2008 at 2:35 pm
Cindi Hoppes
Hello, My thought is that I missed Josh Groban! I love his voice. Please enter me in your fantastic drawing. I appreciate it. Thanks,Cindi
January 29, 2008 at 2:46 pm
Alana
You are right – I was so worn out from visiting blogs and entering wonderful giveaways I didn’t save any energy for Fun Monday. Hoping to catch next week’s edition. I would love an opportunity to read your book. Still working on some interview questions for you. Stop by, I am giving away a subscription to Real Simple Magazine: http://www.graymattersmd.blogspot.com
Take care!
January 29, 2008 at 3:08 pm
Char
OH Ann, I so want to win this one! I have had two copies of your book over the years, but ended up giving them both away to other Mamas that needed them. I was just thinking the other day I wish I had your book again to re-read. I’m in such a different place than I was when I first read it (i.e., 3 kids now, not just 1!). Here’s hoping my number is THE number!
January 29, 2008 at 3:09 pm
Laurel Sauls
I just read your interview over at the Flourishing Mother and enjoyed it very much. I would love to read your book. Thank you!
January 29, 2008 at 3:13 pm
taryn
great giveaway! thanks!
January 29, 2008 at 3:45 pm
Lisa O
Sounds like a great book!
I am a mother to one daughter from China and am waiting to bring home another…
Thanks.
January 29, 2008 at 4:03 pm
joyfulnotes
MMM, Josh Groban to make this dreary day better!
I’d love to win a copy of your book and pass it along to my sis and others after I’ve read it! Thanks!
January 29, 2008 at 4:05 pm
Tyna Begley
That card is soooo funny!
January 29, 2008 at 4:15 pm
meredith
i read about you from “flourishing mother” blog. your book sounds really interesting, as do you from her interview. i’d love to get in on that drawing!
January 29, 2008 at 4:45 pm
Jeni
Please enter me…this sounds like something I could really benefit from!
January 29, 2008 at 5:31 pm
Laura
enter me- i’d love to read your book. enjoyed your interview on andrea’s site
January 29, 2008 at 6:12 pm
Jenny
I am a new mom and I could really use this book!!!
January 29, 2008 at 6:13 pm
Katherine Miller
I’m a worn out, tired Air Force wife and Mom of three (6, 2, and 7 weeks) who has lived in 5 states, 8 homes, stayed in numerous hotels, and traveled thousands of miles all in 7 1/2 years. Even if I don’t win your book, I am going to buy it because I really think I need it!!!
January 29, 2008 at 6:15 pm
bookiesbookmarks
I try to be a contemplative mom.
January 29, 2008 at 6:33 pm
urbanmummy
I try to contemplate many things. Sometimes I succeed.
January 29, 2008 at 7:20 pm
LadySnow
PLease add my name.
January 29, 2008 at 7:27 pm
Marcelle
Hi! Just read and enjoyed your interview over at Flourishing Mother. Thanks for sharing! I’d love to read your book.
January 29, 2008 at 7:35 pm
bloginmyeye
I’d love a chance to win. My thought: Be kind to one another.
January 29, 2008 at 7:57 pm
Aimee
Another Aimee here! I came over from Andrea’s blog and really enjoyed your interview. Then, when I found out you were giving away your book, I had to hop right on over! Can’t wait to nose around here and see what else I find that is both fun and inspiring!
January 29, 2008 at 8:12 pm
thechattyhousewife
Hello there! My interesting comment is that I wonder why Josh Groban doesn’t do something about his hair. It is such a mop. More gel, less brushing maybe. He should call me.
http://domesticbetty.wordpress.com/
Thanks for the giveaway, I hope I win because that book would be great for a friend of mine.
January 29, 2008 at 8:15 pm
thechattyhousewife
Ignore that link…. it’s not mine! I meant to paste my email into there instead lol. nw_wife(at)hotmail(dot)com. I had just been copying that address for something else. Oops! Please do not count this as a double comment and disqualify me!
January 29, 2008 at 9:20 pm
Laura @ Laura Williams' Musings
Count me in please.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Stop by my place to win a bath set & candles or one of two copies of a book I’m giving away. Don’t miss the daily edition of contests galore that I post on my blog.
Laura @ Laura Williams’ Musings
January 29, 2008 at 10:06 pm
Shannon
Please enter me for your giveaway!
It sounds great!
palmersf@comcast.net
January 29, 2008 at 10:30 pm
Kristen
Thanks for your interview at Flourishing Mother…excited about another blog to read and look forward to!
kristen.dennis@gmail.com
January 29, 2008 at 11:13 pm
Ann @ Holy Experience
A wanna-be contemplative mom quietly entering…
Thank-you, thank-you, Ann….
January 29, 2008 at 11:21 pm
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January 29, 2008 at 11:53 pm
Mary
I’d love to win your book!
January 30, 2008 at 12:03 am
Julie
Hmmm….let me sit here and contemplate about what to post….
January 30, 2008 at 12:08 am
Susan
Would love to read your book.
The thought I’d like to share is that if I have read your info correct you are in Bloomington. I am in a nearby town also with a University. One of my children was actually born in Bloomington. I thought that was cool!
January 30, 2008 at 12:15 am
jen
please enter me for your giveaway
Jen
whitty4jen@yahoo.com
January 30, 2008 at 8:03 am
Allison
I’d love a copy! Count me in!
January 30, 2008 at 8:04 am
Melanie
I’m a mom. I should contemplate more. Please count me in!
January 30, 2008 at 8:17 am
Terri
Please include me in your drawing, thanks! Terri
January 30, 2008 at 8:21 am
monica
add me to the pot too
January 30, 2008 at 9:53 am
elisehooper
Oh, thank you for this… Andrea is my dear friend, and it was such a pleasure to *discover* you over there, and I am excited to read more…
From a hopeful Contemplative Mama, elbow-deep in Play-Doh and potty training…
January 30, 2008 at 9:55 am
Elise
I’m sorry… I don’t know why I forgot to check and sign in this way… *sigh*. Elbow-deep, I tell ya.
January 30, 2008 at 9:55 am
Mama Zen
Too often, I contemplate as a way to procrastinate!
kelli (at) pfrog (dot) net
January 30, 2008 at 10:24 am
Reeva
GREAT giveaway! Count me in!
Thanks!!
January 30, 2008 at 11:11 am
T & N
This looks like somthing I need to read!
January 30, 2008 at 11:54 am
jayedee
very nice giveaway! please throw my name into the hat too……good luck everyone!
January 30, 2008 at 11:57 am
Valerie
I could certainly use a copy of your wonderful book! I’m in a season of discontent, not knowing where God’s leading me. I need to be contemplative!
I need to add my giveaway, don’t I? Thanks for the reminder!
January 30, 2008 at 1:05 pm
Britni
Hmm I definitely need to be more contemplative. Pick me please!
January 30, 2008 at 1:18 pm
Lesha
Thanks for the giveaway
January 30, 2008 at 2:42 pm
Elizabeth Joy
I would really like to read this book. It sounds like something I need to learn.
January 30, 2008 at 3:01 pm
Brittany
The card made me smile! Please enter me for this book! I definately need to learn this trait! prettybritty425@gmail.com
January 30, 2008 at 3:10 pm
Anya
Thank you for words that still my soul and turn my heart to eternity again. Your blog is beautiful, btw!
http://www.mckeeslifejourney.blogger.com
http://www.sanctuarymoment.blogger.com
January 30, 2008 at 5:36 pm
Bree
I could really use this- sounds like a great read!
January 30, 2008 at 6:10 pm
Mommy
Please enter me! I was playing the Josh song, and my little boy, turned around and gave me a mushy hug. He is almost 2. Thank you for giving away such a nice prize!
January 30, 2008 at 6:11 pm
Teri
Sweet thanks!
January 30, 2008 at 6:38 pm
Bebemiqui
Great giveaway! Count me in.
bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com
January 30, 2008 at 7:06 pm
Stephanie
Your book looks interesting. I’ve been wondering how to make time and energy to pray and connect with God.
January 30, 2008 at 10:01 pm
Qtpies7~
I wouldn’t call myself contemplative, I think. And definately not weary or over burdened or anything like that. But I DO have 7 kids, and I love to read parenting books, books for parents, or moms, etc. Well, I like to read.
January 30, 2008 at 10:16 pm
Linda
Please enter me! ernestsgirl82@aol.com
January 31, 2008 at 7:45 am
carrie
What an intriguing book!
January 31, 2008 at 7:50 am
Jerusha
I would LOVE to read your book. Thanks for entering me the drawing
January 31, 2008 at 8:25 am
Marcia
I would love a chance you read this book. I always think the best authors are less known to the entire world.
January 31, 2008 at 11:41 am
Erin
I’m definitely the weary and heavy-laden mom in my life. *lol*
Thanks for a great giveaway.
January 31, 2008 at 1:54 pm
fizzledink
Weary? Heavy-laden? …Do you know me? Ha!
Please enter me, this is a great giveaway.
January 31, 2008 at 3:27 pm
sferrill
Thanks for the great giveaway!
sferrill ATgmail DOTcom
January 31, 2008 at 3:28 pm
Pattie
What a great song! I *heart* Josh Groban.
Don’t enter me for the giveaway…not only do I have the book, I’ve also given it to my best friends
January 31, 2008 at 4:30 pm
pineymama
Something besides name, rank and serial number, hmm? I absolutely love standing on my back deck and just being first thing in the morning and late at night. Don’t tell my husband, but I actually love taking the pup out to wee during those times. We live two houses away from state land with deer, bear, turkeys, you name it. I love looking across the field across from our house and seeing if there are any critters nearby (we get deer jumping our fence into our yard on a regular basis). It’s so peaceful! I love my family and I hate to admit it… but those few minutes alone are very welcome and very relaxing.
Enter me in your giveaway, please. Thank you!
January 31, 2008 at 4:33 pm
Sarah
hmmm…my little 10 1/2 month old Princess can make herself burp! It is really rather quite funny, but no so much lady-like!
I would love to have a copy of your book! Sounds great!
Thanks for a super giveaway and your generosity! I have 3 contests going on right now, too…if you have the time.
sharvey at connections-etc dot net
January 31, 2008 at 5:02 pm
Christy
I would love to read this so please enter me in the contest. It sounds like it will really speak to me about the season of life I find myself in.
January 31, 2008 at 5:15 pm
Katie Martin
Sounds like a great book. Please pick me so I can read it. Thanks
January 31, 2008 at 5:48 pm
piseco
Knock knock.
Interrupting cow.
MOO!
January 31, 2008 at 6:02 pm
Christine
This book looks perfect for my friend Sherry, definetly a weary and heavy-laden mother. I would love to be able to send it to her for Mother’s Day! Thanks for entering me
January 31, 2008 at 6:22 pm
Chris
I was linked through to your site from “Holy Experience of Listening” and see that I have found a treasure!
I would looooove to read your book.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Chris
January 31, 2008 at 7:11 pm
Jennifer, Snapshot
I’m in.
Thanks!
January 31, 2008 at 7:14 pm
michelle
that card was cute

enter me in your contest please
mom2boys42@gmail.com
January 31, 2008 at 7:49 pm
tanyamt
I would love to read it. My thought by the way, on entering a gazillion giveaways, is that the blogsphere is populated by a lot of women who live to give away things, drink Starbucks, read books and do crafts.
January 31, 2008 at 8:03 pm
Christina
My thought is that I am spending too much time entering these giveaways and not enough time playing with my son.
I think I need to stop.
January 31, 2008 at 8:24 pm
wendy
Your book sounds great! I’m looking forward to the chance to read it sometime and then passing it on to another mom I know needs it.
January 31, 2008 at 10:29 pm
Brandie
Sounds like a great book. I would really enjoy winning and reading it!
February 1, 2008 at 3:55 am
My Quotidian Mysteries
Sign me up for the drawing! I’d love to win a copy of your book!
February 1, 2008 at 10:23 am
Terri
Sounds like a good read. Count me in.
February 1, 2008 at 10:32 am
Tammy
As a mom to many, your book sounds like a good fit for me
I am known to contemplate, ponder, speculate, think, muse, study – well, you get the picture – frequently!
Enter me, please!
Blessings,
Tammy ~@~
February 1, 2008 at 11:41 am
sassystyle
This sounds like a good book to contemplate.
Seriously, I enjoy pondering things and I’m a mama, so it seems to be a book I should read.
Thanks for the chance to win!
adashofsassitude(at)thesilvas(dot)com
February 1, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Jewelshud
Sounds interesting to me. I truly hope to be a contemplative mom – I mean what could be worse than not even stopping to contemplate where and what you are doing? Anyway – I’d love it!
February 1, 2008 at 12:46 pm
Erika
Very fun!!! Please count me in!
February 1, 2008 at 1:00 pm
kdkaren
This is so nice, Thank You! This sounds like a really good book, I need something to stimulate some “grown up” thinking after a day full of toddlers!
kpuleski at gmail dot com
February 1, 2008 at 2:21 pm
Tara
I would love to have this! I AM a contemplative mom and after a day with my three kids under 5 I could really use this prize!
February 1, 2008 at 3:12 pm
kamewh
Great giveaway! Would love to win!
February 1, 2008 at 3:26 pm
Sarah
Like Tara above, I have 3 kids 5 and under. Thanks for the chance to win the Contemplative Mom book.
So you want some deep, creative, or interesting thought… How about my favorite quotes?
If you bungle raising your children, I don’t think whatever else you do well matters very much. –Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Anything is possible if you don’t know what you’re talking about. –Unknown
Men stumble over the truth from time to time, but most pick themselves up and hurry off as if nothing happened. –Winston Churchill
How many legs does a dog have if you call the tail a leg? Four. Calling a tail a leg doesn’t make it a leg. –Abraham Lincoln
Democracy is two wolves and a sheep voting on what’s for dinner. Liberty is a well-armed sheep contesting the vote. –Unknown
The government’s view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it. –Ronald Reagan
February 1, 2008 at 4:58 pm
Beth
I hope I’m not too late, enter me, too.
renabeth@yahoo.com
February 1, 2008 at 7:18 pm
Rebecca
I’d love a good read for those “quiet” moments parenting three little ones under 5.
February 1, 2008 at 7:21 pm
heather h
Ok, I’m not sure how deep I am right now, but my toddler is napping so I can at least type! I’d love to read this book while in the bath. My favorite retreat. Thank you for this nice giveaway!
February 1, 2008 at 8:19 pm
Erica G
Please count me in. I am pregnant with my first and find the book interesting!
February 1, 2008 at 8:38 pm
Tara
My thought for the day is this – Am I being a good mom? Do I talk to her enough? Do I underestimate her? Ugh. The worries.
February 1, 2008 at 10:30 pm
Marly
Sign me up, please!
February 1, 2008 at 10:58 pm
Meg
Hm…thought of the day? There is never enough kleenex in the house when everybody has a cold. We’re going through that right now. :0) meg.wilson@gmail.com
February 2, 2008 at 12:26 pm
Amity
I would love to read this book..sorry for not being to creative with my comment the kids and I all have the flu…so I am not exactly oozing creativity..hehe