Saturday, March 28, 2009

Humbled and Full of Gratitude For all My New Friends

WOW is all I can say.

I have never loved a party so much. I have been blogging for only six weeks. In my original blog party post, I had over 125 comments and in my giveaway post there were more than 275.

I am AMAZED and so grateful. I have made so many new friends. I printed out every comment and in the coming weeks I plan to visit every blog and get to know you better.

The "Card Box" comments were so touching that I wish I could send everyone of you a box. Maybe it will inspire you to drop a card in the mail to just that person that needs to be encouraged. Now for the good news!
I am going to give a "card box" away every month. On the last day of the month, every comment made on my blog that month, whether I post once or five times will be in the drawing.
I will let a different grandson draw every month.
The next drawing will be the last day of April.

Come back often and check the blog as I get back to introducing the rest of my family. Hopefully, that will be next week. I have spent a tad too much time on the internet this past week, but loved every minute of getting to know you. OK....the winners of the 2 Deluxe Card Boxes are
Chocolate Covered Daydreams
Jessica at Naturallyknitty
Please email me with your address so I can get them shipped next week. I pray that every card will go to just the right person, at just the right time and bring many smiles!
Have a wonderful week,
Teresa

29 comments:

Unknown said...

Teresa, I can't tell you how much this means to me. My card box will be used to reach out so many, many times and to so many people.

I will pray that God will show me those that He lays on my heart as well to send a card to and I promise you this, I will be obedient!!

Thank you again!
Chocolate covered daydreams (Simone)

Jennsmere said...

Hi Teresa,
I came over to visit from Angie's Knightly News. The card box is beautiful and I really enjoyed reading some of your posts!

You are a special lady...I look forward to getting to know you better.

Be blessed with joy...
Susan

Debbie Petras said...

I can't believe you've only been blogging for six weeks. I think you're a natural born blogger! You must be a relationship person. Keep it up; I'll be back.

Xandra@Heart-of-Service said...

Congrats to the winners and I look forward to reading more on your blog!

Xandra

2nd Cup of Coffee said...

Off-topic: You are most certainly welcome to join the 30 x 5! I'm excited that you're motivated to give it a go. It's just two weeks ... we can do it! I'm adding you to the list.

Sheryl said...

so excited for you and the welcome you have received from the blogging community!

Robin Lambright said...

WOW! you certainly are off to a great start. I cant imagine getting 275 comments on anything! I look forward to visiting again!

I have been blogging for a bit over a year and have found it to be one of the most fun and rewarding thing I have ever done. Not to mention that it really stretches me to peruse writing in a mote consistent way.

Looking forward to more!
Blessings
Robin

Christie O. said...

Thank you for stopping by during the party!! It was so nice to meet you too! And I can't believe you've only been blogging for six weeks either, you are a natural!!

Beverlydru said...

Teresa, What a way to start! Exciting. I noticed your comment over at Linda's about 30 x 5 and stopped by to say "glad you're on board." You already have this quote in action:
There is no better exercise for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.
~ John Andrew Holmes

Tara said...

Theresa I'm glad you enjoyed the UBP and got to meet so many new friends...sorry I didn't get here in time for your giveaway, but what a great idea to give one away every month!! I'm looking forward to following you on your blogging journey...

Unknown said...

Theresa, Thank you for visiting my blog, and for your lovely comments. I also have not been blogging for long, but have found it to be a comfort for the short time I have been. I am so glad to meet you!
Kay@themorethemerrier

Anonymous said...

HOLY SMOKES! That's a lot of comments!!!

Unknown said...

A giveaway every month! Boy you're a treasure! Glad I found you! I'm glad your bloggity buddies have inspired you
!

Nancy Mon said...

When we are over your way I will let you know and maybe we can grab some coffee or something. Sounds like we will be laughing no matter where we find ourselves.

RefreshMom said...

Thanks for stopping by RefreshMoments during the UBP. Drop by again today and next Tuesday to check out our ongoing "Ruby Tuesdays" and to get your name in the hat a couple more times for the "Afternoon Tea in a Box" giveaway! I'll look forward to seeing more of you, here and there.

Blog is no more said...

Thanks for stopping by my blog page!! Nice to "meet" you.

Becky said...

Isn't blogging crazy fun! I actually flew with a pilot a couple of days ago whom I have been a blogging friend of his wife. How crazy is that!!! Can't wait for your monthly giveaways. I LOVE CARDS!!!

Also keep stopping by, I plan on having a giveaway, just don't know when I will have time to take and picture and post.

KatBouska said...

Aren't blog friends the best!?! This is such an addicting world. I'm glad you're being welcomed with open arms!!

Meredith said...

Thank you so much for visiting my blog last week. I have enjoyed reading about your family and am so glad you are finding the bloggy world so welcoming! So glad to meet you!

valerie said...

Blogging friends are the best!
Each one is unique and special.

I think the most comments I've ever received was around 16. ha!

This was a nice give-away. Congrats to the winner.

Katie said...

Blogging is a great way to meet people that really care. I have met so many wonderful christian woman.

Bacardi Mama said...

I'm loving your blog. Don't you love the blogging world?

Susan said...

Thankyou so much for visiting my blog. I love your blog and you have only been doing it for 6 months? Amazing! Your card box giveaway every month is such a nice thing to do. Thanks! I will be back to visit.

Jerri at Simply Sweet Home said...

This is so nice of you. Thanks for stopping by my blog to tell me about it.

Lisa @ The Preacher's Wife said...

Your card box is such a great idea! What a blessing to your readers! :)))

Brooke said...

love the blog! :) and how you're introducing your family

Pineapple Princess said...

I just found your blog.
What a beautiful family you have.
Have a happy Easter!

Lora said...

Congratulations on all your comments and to the winners!

LISSALYNN2006 said...

i love you blog its absolutely breath taking....i love blogging about my grandkids as well if you stop by and look at my older post you willl see beatiful pictures of them..................feel free to stop by and read but please leave a comment so that i know you were there