One Thousandth blog post + GIVEAWAY!!
This marks the one thousandth blog post for me!
If you added the blogging over at Jastef.net, I'm sure it would be far more, but I haven't blogged over there since Kara was a baby.
For my simple mind, Blogger worked out much better for me. Sorry, husband.
If you added the blogging over at Jastef.net, I'm sure it would be far more, but I haven't blogged over there since Kara was a baby.
For my simple mind, Blogger worked out much better for me. Sorry, husband.
I've been at this blogging thing for almost 8 years and I'm still not sick of it! I like to write {never thought I'd say that} and I really enjoy interacting with people; friends and then strangers who become friends.
Its great and its been a great way for us to share our day-to-day life with our families, since we moved.
Jason and I have been mulling around what I should do for a 1,000 blog post giveaway, just for fun. Not because I think my 1,000 post is as special to all of you as it is to me.
We tossed around the idea of a Kindle, since Amazon dropped the price, but it was still... too much for me. We settled on a fun idea. You get to pick the final result, so read on and then be sure to leave a comment.
The prize winner will receive their choice of one of these things in a $50 gift card or both things, split down the middle.
1. Amazon gift card {either $25 or $50 in value}
2. Starbucks gift card {either $25 or $50 in value}
3. if Starbucks isn't your "cup of tea" let me know what coffee place is and if possible, I will get the gift card to that place.
I know this isn't the most creative or artsy giveaway, but I wanted to play fair for my male readers {yeah, I know you guys are out there -you can't hide} and I had a feeling both men and women would appreciate this one. Also, if you're married, you AND your spouse may leave comments as a way to get two in there... its not cheating.
When you leave your comment, feel free to let me know what you'd pick, but don't feel obligated. If you win, I will still ask your preference :)
Also, if you feel so inclined, let me know what your favorite blog post/posts have been over the past 1,000 - what things do you most like seeing/reading about on here, etc... but again, if you don't, it won't impact your winning.
Please don't be shy... even if you've never commented on here before, you're welcome to do so now. You won't be judged :)
The giveaway will be closed at 8PM PST on October 30th and I will announce a winner around 9pm PST on the same night.
We tossed around the idea of a Kindle, since Amazon dropped the price, but it was still... too much for me. We settled on a fun idea. You get to pick the final result, so read on and then be sure to leave a comment.
The prize winner will receive their choice of one of these things in a $50 gift card or both things, split down the middle.
1. Amazon gift card {either $25 or $50 in value}
2. Starbucks gift card {either $25 or $50 in value}
3. if Starbucks isn't your "cup of tea" let me know what coffee place is and if possible, I will get the gift card to that place.
I know this isn't the most creative or artsy giveaway, but I wanted to play fair for my male readers {yeah, I know you guys are out there -you can't hide} and I had a feeling both men and women would appreciate this one. Also, if you're married, you AND your spouse may leave comments as a way to get two in there... its not cheating.
When you leave your comment, feel free to let me know what you'd pick, but don't feel obligated. If you win, I will still ask your preference :)
Also, if you feel so inclined, let me know what your favorite blog post/posts have been over the past 1,000 - what things do you most like seeing/reading about on here, etc... but again, if you don't, it won't impact your winning.
Please don't be shy... even if you've never commented on here before, you're welcome to do so now. You won't be judged :)
The giveaway will be closed at 8PM PST on October 30th and I will announce a winner around 9pm PST on the same night.
Enter away!
Comments
Peace and blessings!
Happy 1000 :)
Sweet of you to offer a gift to us your readers :)
I've enjoyed seeing a bit of your day to day and keeping up with the goings on of the Arnolds!
I love your blog...congrats on the milestone! I've been reading since the early "jastef days!"
My favorite posts are the ones that tell a story through pictures; you have such a good eye for photography!
If I win, I'd love the "split prize" with one gift card for each place. Love 'em both!
LOVE YOU!
Congrats on your 1000th post!
Looking forward to catching up with you soon ;)
Love, Liz
I like getting to catch up on all the stuff I miss on your FB posts, since we hardly see each other at events!
Anyway! I feel guilty entering your contest because I totally owe you an email right now. But I am so far behind on reading/responding/anything that doesn't have to do with caring for my kiddos and trying not to puke. ;) CONGRATULATIONS on 1000 posts, that is absolutely amazing! I love catching up on what you are up to, since I almost never make it to events these days. I am excited to have our 4th babies together and learn how to navigate life with a large brood of amazing kiddos! :D Here's to many more years of blogging.
I think I just enjoy following your blog in general because otherwise I our relationship would hardly be that but since I read your blog I feel like I could call you up and stay with you and we'd know all about eachothers lives :)
If I was picking a gift card I'd go amazon. Can't get enough :)
happy 1000!
Through all the years I've been reading your blog, I've loved all the pictures, funny stories/comments your kids have made, and the insight you have on the Bible.
Thanks for letting me be a part of your family even though we're 2 states away!
I would choose the $50 Amazon card.
I would use Starbucks or Amazon. But my top choice would be Amazon. I shop there more often than anywhere else (other than for groceries, of course!).
I would choose Amazon for a gift card.
Looking forward to the next 1000 posts! Happy Posting.
congrats on 1,000!!! Love that you're doing a giveaway! Now the question remains...have you printed out any of your blog into a book or something to look through??
I always love your thoughtful/reflective posts (in addition to the ones with loads of cute pictures!) because they are so encouraging and convicting!
Amazon all the way!! We are huge amazon fans around here. Hope you're having a lovely fall!
i would sure like to buy some books with an amazon gift card...
I have loved "getting to know" you, reading about your trials and joys and your commitment to following Christ through them! It has been an encouragement and a blessing to me!
If I was choosing gift cards, I'd have to pick Amazon! Love that site!! Although Starbucks is pretty tempting also :)
Hope to see you again soon!
Love you guys! Happy 1,000!!!!!!! I now have to read your blog more to see you guys :( we need to visit soon.
-Dani
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This is such a great way to keep a digital scrapbook of your kids!!! If I by chance win, I would love a Peets Coffee card....