5.11.2011

a giveaway{period}


Hello...

I have missed you...

and feel like I have SO much to tell you...

and SHOW you...

but first, I feel like I owe ya......

for sticking around.....

while I have been away tending to my mommy/wife duties....{important stuff that gets in the way of blogging, darn it!}......

WE MOVE INTO OUR NEW HOME ON FRIDAY, AS IN THIS FRIDAY THE 13TH!!  Who says it's an unlucky day?  We will feel like the luckiest people on the planet when that moving truck shows up with all our stuff, especially our OWN beds....ahhhhhh!

In celebration of our move {and for sticking with me} I thought I would host a little giveaway.  Sound good?

Well, because we have been apartment dwellers for the last three weeks and I haven't felt much like "home-makin'"  I have spent most of waking hours {after driving my girlies to school} in one of two places - the gym or the mall.  I am not kidding!  I have been a crazy shopping fool {shhhh, don't tell hubby}.  My local Anthropologie knows me by name and calls me on my cell if I have not made my daily visit - just to check and see if I am ok......

Sooooo, when I was visiting with my new friends the sales associates at Anthropologie I thought I might pick something up for YOU.



I giving away a $25 Anthro gift card and a cute dishtowel!  A little something for one lucky Forever*Cottage reader who has had the stamina to hang around while my posts have been random, sporadic and sparse!  {coincidently, it is also my 275th post - wow!}

Please leave me a nice comment by midnight on Thursday, May 12th for a chance to win.  I will post the name of the winner on Friday!
55 comments on "a giveaway{period}"
  1. JannaMay 11, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Good luck moving this Friday! I can't wait to see the after pics of your new house!

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  2. HerMommyMay 11, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Awesome giveaway! Really looking forward to seeing posts about the new place!

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  3. Heather SalazarMay 11, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Cant wait to see lots and lots of pictures of your new home!

    Thanks
    Heather

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  4. stephanieMay 11, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Love that store! Can't wait to see the new place! Best of luck this Friday, a very lucky day indeed! Met my husband on that day, 23 years ago!!

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  5. PineconeMay 11, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Anthro is my favorite store...so yay!!
    Good luck with your move!
    xo
    Ashlyn

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  6. JunqueMagnetMay 11, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Absolutely nothing like sleeping in your own bed.Enjoy the new house.Thanks for sharing!

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  7. UnknownMay 11, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    I've actually never purchased anything from Anthro-I hope I win!!

    We're getting ready to move and I am dieing in anticipation for the "move date." I know how you feel!

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  8. DianaMay 11, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    I'm still here, checking in on you every so often to hear about your new life in Portland. Can't wait to see your new "cottage" style.

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  9. WendyMay 11, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    We would never leave because we are all excited to see everything you do at your new place. Hope your moving goes great!

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  10. stefanieMay 11, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    I know...what is with this "real life, stuff" lol...cuts into our blogging time.
    this is a great giveaway, who doesn't love Anthropologie!!!!!!
    please enter me, thanks

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  11. Lisa AnnMay 11, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Yeah! Almost in the new home!! Friday will be an exhausting moving day..but so very appreciated. A new exciting beginning full of HOPE!

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  12. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    I loved the decor of your last home and will be waiting for pics of this home...thanks for sharing your journey!

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  13. UnknownMay 11, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    We miss you and are excited for you have your new home!

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  14. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    What a nice giveaway! Can't wait to see your home after you've gotten settled. Hope all goes well!

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  15. paigeMay 11, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    well how fun are you!
    hoping friday goes wonderful for you!!!

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  16. Chris at Red Gate FarmMay 11, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Well at least you've been having "fun" while you've been waiting! What a wonderful giveaway! Good luck on moving day,

    ~Chris

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  17. Faith J.May 11, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Wishing you good weather and good luck in your big move...

    thanks for the giveaway, it is awesome!

    fashionkitten03 (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  18. DaisyToadMay 11, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    It is SO easy to get behind in blogging when life comes around! I'm thinking about dusting the cobwebs from my lonely blog! Good luck on your move!

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  19. ShannonMay 11, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    I've been wanting that adorable dishtowel and love Anthro!
    Goodluck this weekend with the move :)

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  20. Thistle House PrimitivesMay 11, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Wishing you a smooth move!!
    Enjoy your new home!
    Terri

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  21. TracieVWMay 11, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    So excited to see pics of before and after of the new cottage....I do so hope you will share. ;) We are busy getting our house ready for the market too! Next week I hope! Would love a white kitchen, yellow office, and nothing brown/tan. Perhaps some Anthro loving will give me some inspiration pieces.
    Hugs from MN!

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  22. UnknownMay 11, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    It will be a lucky day! All the best with the move.

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  23. Lee AnneMay 11, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Can hardly wait to see your new home ..... thanks for sharing your home and talents with us!

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  24. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Good luck with the move! - Sarah

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  25. Sunflowers With SmilesMay 11, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    I love Anthropologie! The tea towel and gift certificate is an awesome giveaway!

    Best of luck to you on your move.

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  26. Life Is Crazy BeautifulMay 11, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Blessings on your move-in. That towel is just Spring-a-licious! :) Lisa

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  27. Mary JaneMay 11, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    I am loving it that you are back! Can't wait to see the moved in pictures! Thanks for the wonderful give away! Good luck with the move:)

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  28. Farmgirl PaintsMay 11, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    oh happy day! can't believe you move Friday. i bet it looks amazing. need lots and lots of pics!

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  29. colleenMay 11, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    well i was born on fri the 13th so its really not a bad day at all ;).life does kind of roll all over us at times doesnt it.

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  30. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementMay 11, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Good luck getting in on Friday! How exciting. When we moved two years ago, we had a few weeks in a hotel with our dog and cat. We were SO ready to get in our house! The hotel was probably glad to get rid of us too. haha

    Great giveaway! I love Anthropologie!
    Pam

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  31. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Good Luck with your move. I am enjoying reading about your new home, can't wait to see the finished results. Mickey in Pennsylvania

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  32. oldgreymareMay 11, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    I have only been stopping by a few weeks now but I am already invested in seeing how this story turns out. I can walk to my Anthro and I am in desperate need of a new Orchid candle to craft by...

    I will cross my fingers to win and double cross them that your move goes smoothly.
    xxx
    z

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  33. AubreyLaineMay 11, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway! I'm a follower and love Anthro!
    aubreyfick@yahoo.com

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  34. DaniMay 11, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Welcome home, and good luck this Friday!

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  35. RachelMay 11, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Yay for Friday and your own beds! I'm so excited for you! Hope all goes well and your sweet family settles right in comfy and cozy. :)

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  36. Privet and HollyMay 11, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    I always love
    moving in day,
    despite the work....
    Bring it on and
    the pics, too!
    xx Suzanne

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  37. Preppy MamaMay 11, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Thinking of you and hoping everything goes well. I freak out whenever we move! Our place is currently on the market w/ half our stuff in storage. Its the pits! Cheers to relaxing in your new home!!

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  38. TracyMay 11, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Fun stuff. Can't wait to seewhat your new home looks like! Still your forever*cottage in my mind.

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  39. {northern cottage}May 11, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    i am so impressed with you girl! how do you have time to squeeze this in with all you're juggling now? pretty amazing! I would be thrilled to win this - I was just perusing through the anthro on france ave when we did a roadtrip to the cities...ahhh heavenly! wishing you all the best as you get settled into your new digs!
    www.northerncottage.blogspot.com

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  40. Heaven's WalkMay 11, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    First of all, congrats on your 275th post, girl! Quite an accomplishment with your busy life! lol! Second - will be praying for a smooth and stress-free move for you and your family! Third - thank you for offering this thoughtful giveaway! I'd love to go shopping....! lol!

    xoxo laurie

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  41. Jennifer {Studio JRU}May 11, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Congratulations on your move! How exciting. I think Friday the 13th is a great and lucky day... happens to be my birthday. :) What a fun giveaway! Looking forward to seeing your new home!

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  42. meadowlarkMay 11, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    We have nothing but stamina when it comes to hanging in there with your charming blog!
    Wishing you the best in your new "forever" cottage,

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  43. Jen KershnerMay 11, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Good for you! I understand that feeling! I hope you go into full on nesting mode now! I can't wait to see it.

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  44. UnknownMay 11, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    I love Anthropology! You are so kind to offer a giveaway...and the butterfly dishtowel...TOO CUTE! Glad that you got moved in to your new home. Continue to pray for those in AL that lost lives, homes, & jobs to the devastating storms. Also, keep in your prayers those in TN, MS, & LA who have been flooded or awaiting rising waters! Tiffany from The Cranky Queen...enter me in the giveaway!

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  45. EstherMay 11, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Welcome back to the great NW! Don't ya just love this weather?
    Have fun with the move - it's always exciting. And I'm excited about the give away!

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  46. Blessed SerendipityMay 11, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    I'm moving on Friday the 13th too. Hope luck will be with both of us. I would love to enter your giveaway. I am already a follower. Happy move.

    Danielle

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  47. AnonymousMay 12, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    I've been waiting...patiently for pics...congrats on the move!

    carmela

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  48. jenniMay 12, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Have fun on Friday! I can't wait to see your new place!!

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  49. Hedy KingMay 12, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    I am happy to see you are back and nearly in the new house! Wonderful for you...your lucky day indeed! I'm loving the butterfly tea towel for my daughter-in-law who recently became a stay-at-home-mom for the first time in 20 years. The $25 card would be a nice gift, too. Post the move-in pix soon. Please.

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  50. ChristinaMay 12, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Moving stinks, and anyone that has ever done it would agree! That being said, if you want to ease your guilt with some Anthro goodness, I'm in!!! Good luck Friday.

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  51. AnonymousMay 13, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    I'm excited for you!! I've became quit aquainted with the # 13. We just built on lot number 13 and our house number is 1303. Thank you so much for the awesome giveaway!!! Look foward to all your fun decorating and moving in pics. etc...

    Much love from a minneapolis suberb : ) Tammy

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  52. ReneeMay 13, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Congratulations on your new house
    So glad you getting settled and back to posting on your blog, really missed reading your posts

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  53. AnonymousMay 13, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    I love your blog~ Your new home looks amazing.

    mowrose@aol.com

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  54. julieannMay 13, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Cant wait to see all the pics of your new home.
    Toss my name in the hat I would love to get some yogurt bowls at anthro.

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  55. Dana SummersMay 24, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Welcome to your new home. Can't wait to see the transformation. Thanks for the give away.
    {danamsummers@yahoo.com}

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