Friday, October 31, 2014

Celebrating A Milestone and a Giveaway!

 I recently hit the 100+ follower mark and I am humbled beyond anything!

After all, when I started this blog, I never in a million years thought anyone beyond a few friends and family members would want to read along. It was just a way to document our progress as we turned our neglected little farm into our someday home.

Back of house when we first bought it

The front 
But along the way, I learned a lot about blogging and made some incredible new friends.




Y'all encouraged me when things were not going well and cheered me on when they were good.
I was and am extremely blessed by each of you!

So I just want to say "Thank you!!"

 To celebrate I'd like to give one lucky reader a set of my Christmas cards (4 of each design).


The new design will be a Texas Santa to go with the cowboy snowman.

Just leave a comment below by November 9th to be included in the drawing. Then I'll announce the winner the following Monday. Good luck and thank you for following along!

Hugs,
Cecilia
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18 comments:

  1. UnknownOctober 31, 2014 at 5:14 PM

    Congratulations Cecilia !!!
    I hope I'm the only comment so that I win - that's how greedy I am LOL
    Much love,
    Me

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    1. CeciliaOctober 31, 2014 at 7:55 PM

      Lol, Suzan. You're too cute. And thank you!
      Hugs (and good luck!),
      Moi

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  2. Gail @Purple Hues and MeOctober 31, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    The friendships I've created through blogging are the best . . . with you included! Congrats on reaching 100!

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    1. CeciliaOctober 31, 2014 at 7:57 PM

      Thank you, Gail. Ditto on best friendships...including you. ;)

      Hugs!

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  3. daddyOandHoneyOctober 31, 2014 at 6:54 PM

    i still love sending out Christmas notes and a Texas Snowman is perfect!! you are amazing!!

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    1. CeciliaOctober 31, 2014 at 8:01 PM

      Thanks Cathie! Me too! I'm going to get the Texas Santa done when I get back. He's going to be so cute!

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  4. Vicky HuntOctober 31, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    Congratulations! Your cards are so sweet! I still have one on display in my craft room...:) You are a dear blogging friend and I always look forward to reading about what you've been up to on the farm. I enjoy reading your comments you leave for me on my blog too. Blogging friends are very special. I think because we all have so much in common. I can't wait to see your Texas Santa!

    Hugs, Vicky

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    1. CeciliaOctober 31, 2014 at 8:05 PM

      I agree Vicky! It's like a room full of people with the same interests. You are dear to me too and I look forward to reading your comments and your blog. My biggest challenge on the cards will be finding a new printer...my other one closed down. Fortunately there are several to check out. :)
      Hugs!

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  5. NanaDianaOctober 31, 2014 at 9:31 PM

    Congratulations, Cecilia! I could not believe it when I reached 100 either!!! Whooooo Knew!!!! I always look forward to your posts and getting to know you better.

    I won't sign up for the giveaway because I just won one and posted about it today. Hope you had a wonderful day- xo Diana

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    1. CeciliaNovember 1, 2014 at 7:57 AM

      Thanks, Diana. It is a special milestone for sure. :) You are very sweet. I enjoy your blog too.
      I'll respect your request not to be put in the drawing. Always nice to spread the winnings around!
      Hugs
      Cecilia
      And congrats on your win!

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  6. My thrift store addictionOctober 31, 2014 at 9:51 PM

    Congratulations Cecilia! The friends I've made blogging have been such a blessing. Your cards are charming and that is a lovely photograph of you! Hugs, Cecilia

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    1. CeciliaNovember 1, 2014 at 8:00 AM

      Aw, thanks Cecilia. The photo was taken a couple of years ago so I could give my husband an updated photo of me. I do like the way this one turned out. :-)
      I'm excited to do a new card design - what with my knee last year and my brother's illness the year before, I haven't made one in a couple of years. It will be good to create again.

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  7. bunzieNovember 1, 2014 at 8:15 PM

    I've enjoyed seeing the cute stuff you make out of junk! Your repurposing is so fun and creative to watch. The seasons on the mantle has been the funnest to watch. :)

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    1. CeciliaNovember 8, 2014 at 9:31 PM

      It's been a blast! Glad you are enjoying it. :-)

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  8. PattyNovember 1, 2014 at 8:26 PM

    Yay, Cecilia ! Congrats ! I'd love the Texas cards because all my recipients are out of state...and it's fun to share a little Texas with everyone else! They are ADORABLE !! And so are you ! Hugs, patty

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    1. CeciliaNovember 8, 2014 at 9:32 PM

      Thanks Patty! Good luck in the drawing.
      Hugs
      Cecilia

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  9. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsNovember 2, 2014 at 10:19 PM

    Congrats Ceclia...love your blog...continued success!!!

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