The giveaway has ended and the results are in. CONGRATULATIONS to Melissa on winning the Journal and Starbucks Card. You are right “there is something good in every day”.
Thank you so much for tweeting, Retweeting and commenting on this giveaway I hope I can do it again soon. (Results were randomly chosen using Random.org number generator)
So the children have headed back to school; they are busy at work all day, learning new things and having so much fun. It seems after a summer of fun, family, friends and bonding – the family house is quiet and empty. This may be relaxing for some and lonely for others. This back to school fun has even called for a We Love School Giveaway at Miss Shari’s Storytime. But I thought it might be nice to offer something for the ladies. So reflection, relaxation and respite – in those quiet times without the family.
Yes this will be the FIRST GIVEAWAY for Shari’s Sentiments – Everyday Promises Journal: Spiritual Refreshment for Women along with that is a Starbucks Gift Card. This journal is set up for a bit of daily journaling. It has a daily verse and commentary for some reflective guidance. With some prayer and time alone with God – this could be a very rewarding experience. The best part is there are no dates in this journal so you can start it when ever you want – no pressure.
I started this journal some weeks ago and admittedly sometimes I do not get to it – but when I do the reflections are so through provoking, yet not too complex to jot down thoughts, prayers, thanksgivings. feelings whatever comes to mind. It’s great to get it all out and still feel refreshed and ready to embrace grace.
So if you’d like to be entered to win do one of two things (or both):
1) Please Spread the Word about this little giveaway, @ShariCakes Copy and retweet This:
Journal and Starbucks Gift Card #Giveaway on Shari’s Sentiments http://bit.ly/9OtvgI
2) Just comment below and tell me one of your most inspiring phrases that has given you hope and encouragement.
Lots of luck and blessings. Please enter to win from now until Friday, October 8th at 11:59 EST.
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September 25, 2010 at 7:59 am
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September 25, 2010 at 4:33 pm
I retweeted as @deegee13: http://twitter.com/DeeGee13/status/25529061314 Thanks for the chance. This journal is beautiful!
September 25, 2010 at 4:46 pm
Psalm 1:1
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. — I love this quote. It reminds me that there is nothing to be gained from gossip or being cruel to others. Kindness is always the way to go 🙂
September 26, 2010 at 8:33 am
Thanks so much for entering to win and thank you for sharing. Those little reminders are always a great way to get through things. 🙂
September 26, 2010 at 11:56 pm
I so agree with you on this 🙂
September 26, 2010 at 1:31 pm
http://twitter.com/BriansWifey05/status/25609055484 tweeted
September 26, 2010 at 1:33 pm
My fave quote: Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.
Helen Keller
September 26, 2010 at 6:23 pm
My favorite quote is cheesy but so true, and yes I am quoting forest gump with “Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what your gonna get”. So true especially with children and it just makes me laugh when I think of it. I love every day, the good, bad, and the messy!
September 27, 2010 at 2:02 am
Thanks so much for this wonderful post and giveaway. I love writing in journals. Here’s a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson always comes to me at the perfect moment: “Always do what you are afraid to do.”
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October 5, 2010 at 4:06 pm
“Impossible is one of God’s favorite words.”–Max Lucado. I have this quote hanging on my refrigerator (it’s on the front of a DaySpring card) and I love it!
October 5, 2010 at 4:20 pm
I retweeted as @teaandbooks
Looks like a really nice journal!
I really like Hebrews 10:24-25 “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward loe and good deeds. Let us not give up meting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but letus encourage one another–and all the more as you see the day approaching.” (NIV) It encourages me and reminds me to encourage others.
October 5, 2010 at 4:56 pm
Hi Shari. I sooo love that giveaway. I’m always on a quest to find the perfect devotional, and this one sounds great. Pair that with the Starbucks gift card and what more could you want?
Here’s a verse that always reminds me that no matter what, God is in control: Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. ~Proverbs 19:21 (NIV)
October 5, 2010 at 5:19 pm
So my encouraging comment comes from one of the kids that attends our after school program in DC. He’s five and he always tells me to “do my best and let God do the rest.”
Simple but true.
October 8, 2010 at 9:12 am
i tweeted!!
October 8, 2010 at 9:14 am
i remember my first journal. i was a mere girl turning into a teen and at summer camp. journaling was my outlet and i plugged into it every day for years. i have kept every journal i wrote in…must be at least 10 or 15. life has changed me and i don’t journal as much as i used to. i guess i have different outlets now.
raggammuffin@gmail.com
October 8, 2010 at 9:15 am
What a nice giveaway…i keep my journal close!! I am always putting in quotes or recipes and little life hints…so my kids can have my ideas.
thanks for an opportunity to win big!!
Melissa from Naches, WA
October 8, 2010 at 9:17 am
i forgot my quote:
every day may not be good, but there is something good in every day!
October 9, 2010 at 9:09 am
Hey Melissa,
Congrats and God Bless..
~Shari~
October 8, 2010 at 9:16 am
Just tweeted about this! showcasesisters
October 8, 2010 at 9:18 am
One of my most inspiring phrases? I would have to say a quote from Eleanor Rosevelt: The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
October 9, 2010 at 9:07 am
Thank you, thank you, thank you…to all of you great ladies for stopping by and entering this little giveaway. Thanks for sharing all your quotes and inspirations that help you get through the days and motivate you to move towards a full life and embrace grace.
God Bless and Congratulations to Melissa on winning, may you be refreshed and replenished.
~Shari~
October 9, 2010 at 10:40 am
Thank you again!
Looking forward to enjoying it!
God Bless!
Melissa
October 9, 2010 at 8:12 pm
congrats, Melissa!
November 4, 2010 at 3:44 pm
Thank you!!!
What a lovely journal!! thank you very much!
Melissa