In Honor of My Mom – A Giveaway


Ever since I was little, my mom has always loved the month of December. She would go crazy decorating the house, bake a million cookies, and listen to so many Christmas songs! (Seriously! – All of them!) So when Justin and I told her about a deal to go to an extremely Christmasy place for her birthday, she was all over it. (See picture above.)

In honor of my mom, her favorite month, and all that she has done for me, I have put together a little giveaway featuring a few of her favorite things.

8 winners will receive…

– 1 Klean Kolor Nail Polish (There are 12 colors including every color of the rainbow!)
– Skintimate Shave Gel in Raspberry Rain Scent (It smells wonderful!)
– Celestial Herbal Tea
– Sweet 'N Low Sample

And 2 (of the 8) winners will receive a 4 pack of Schick Quattro shavers!

So how do you enter this awesome giveaway? Start by checking out the rafflecopter below. Through this weekend you can get some additional entries as you guess where we went for my mom's birthday (or until I share on the blog). You have a whole month to enter (because Christmas and New Years are thrown in) and tons of ways to receive multiple entries a day, so get started!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

* Some of the products in this giveaway were originally introduced to me by Crowdtap, but this giveaway is sponsored by me. All opinions are my own.

108 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 13, 2014 at 9:49 AM

    Bailey Dexter I would recommend taking a family time together day just to spend time and forget about the stress of the holidays approaching!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Connie SowardsDecember 23, 2014 at 10:37 PM

      CONNIE = Rose

      This is a great suggestion, Bailey. Our family could always use more together time.

      Delete
    2. JaimeeMJanuary 4, 2015 at 7:50 AM

      such a great idea i think we could all use a day like that

      Delete
  2. AnonymousDecember 13, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    Bailey Dexter Not sure where the trip was but Castleton, England is an great choice for a Christmas trip!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. clennaDecember 27, 2014 at 7:27 AM

      Castleton, England sounds like a place I would love to visit. I've never been to England but I would love to go there.

      Delete
    2. Natalie Parvis-NicholsDecember 31, 2014 at 2:04 PM

      I would love to visit Castleton England!!!

      Delete
  3. Haydensmommy05December 14, 2014 at 8:16 PM

    I recommend hallmark Christmas movies!

    ReplyDelete
  4. chrissy888December 19, 2014 at 4:37 PM

    Somewhere she loved! :)

    ReplyDelete
  5. Connie SowardsDecember 19, 2014 at 7:19 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    Her favorite place!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. MandyDecember 22, 2014 at 6:19 AM

      Soooo funny! If she has a favorite place, I don't know where it is. Nice guess though! :)

      Delete
    2. Connie SowardsDecember 28, 2014 at 7:06 PM

      CONNIE = Rose

      Thanks :)

      Delete
  6. Connie SowardsDecember 19, 2014 at 7:23 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    I recommend homemade chocolate covered peanut bars for this time of year...yum!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Megan SDecember 26, 2014 at 7:47 AM

      That sounds delicious!

      Delete
    2. Wendy ArtsyChaosDecember 26, 2014 at 10:19 PM

      haha I am eating chocolate covered peanuts right now!

      Delete
    3. clennaDecember 27, 2014 at 7:28 AM

      My absolute favorite sweet is Turtles. Chocolate, caramel and nuts. - Heaven.

      Delete
    4. https://www.facebook.com/lula.rugerDecember 28, 2014 at 4:08 PM

      sounds great would love to try making them

      Delete
    5. Connie SowardsDecember 29, 2014 at 6:17 PM

      Connie = Rose

      Oops...I realized I made a mistake in my original recommendation...it was Chocolate Peanut BUTTER cups (Reese's Peanut Butter Cups style) not chocolate covered peanuts bars that I make. I got the recipe for the homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups from Martha Stuart's recipes.

      Delete
    6. MarilynJanuary 3, 2015 at 9:31 PM

      These sounds delicious -- wish I had some right now.

      Delete
    7. Connie SowardsJanuary 7, 2015 at 6:06 PM

      CONNIE = Rose

      I'm thinking about making my recipe (I claim it as mine now, Martha Stuart, since I tweaked it slightly :} ) right now....yum!

      Delete
  7. UnknownDecember 20, 2014 at 12:08 PM

    looks like a peaceful place i'd say Australia or ohio

    ReplyDelete
  8. UnknownDecember 20, 2014 at 12:11 PM

    i recommend just bonding with your family for FREE. As my MIL has stage 4 colon cancer it reminds me of how precious life is but also how short it is.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. clennaDecember 27, 2014 at 7:29 AM

      Good luck to your MIL - Life is so short. We have to be with our loved ones as much as possible. And as someone who is older - I hope my loved ones visit me tons.

      Delete
  9. Julie WaldronDecember 21, 2014 at 9:20 AM

    I recommend Amazon GC's!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. MandyDecember 22, 2014 at 6:16 AM

      Such a great gift! For everyone!

      Delete
    2. clennaDecember 28, 2014 at 11:11 AM

      That's a great idea. I have never received an Amazon GC and I would love it!

      Delete
    3. https://www.facebook.com/lula.rugerDecember 31, 2014 at 8:00 AM

      amazon is a great site i like this idea

      Delete
    4. Connie SowardsDecember 31, 2014 at 5:42 PM

      CONNIE = Rose

      I never realized how much Amazon had to offer until last year when my daughter wanted a Teeter for her back. Amazon GC's rock! Great recommendation, Julie!

      Delete
  10. Joanna GraceDecember 21, 2014 at 7:11 PM

    The Muppet Christmas Carol is a family favorite here!

    ReplyDelete
  11. Connie SowardsDecember 23, 2014 at 10:40 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    I recommend the movie "Scrooged"....so funny!

    ReplyDelete
  12. UnknownDecember 25, 2014 at 11:24 PM

    I recommend Love Actually (the movie) and hot cocoa with cinnamon. :)

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. clennaDecember 27, 2014 at 7:30 AM

      Never tried it with Cinnamon but now I have to.

      Delete
  13. Megan SDecember 26, 2014 at 7:45 AM

    I would guess that you brought her somewhere she had never been before as a surprise! So much of a surprise, that I can't guess it!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. MandyDecember 28, 2014 at 9:48 AM

      Actually it was somewhere she wanted to go, but that would be a fun Christmas/birthday surprise! :)

      Delete
  14. Megan SDecember 26, 2014 at 7:47 AM

    I recommend taking a walk outside once it gets cold to see the lights or just look at nature and then drink hot chocolate as soon as you get home!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. MandyDecember 28, 2014 at 9:48 AM

      I love seeing Christmas lights! And hot chocolate! Yum! :)

      Delete
    2. Judy SchechterJanuary 4, 2015 at 12:33 PM

      Sounds like a perfect evening to me! But will the hot cocoa have those miniature peppermint marshmallows?

      Delete
  15. Wendy ArtsyChaosDecember 26, 2014 at 10:17 PM

    I have no idea the place... maybe Bethlehem PA??

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. UnknownDecember 27, 2014 at 7:04 AM

      That's a very good guess. Can't find any pics to match the one above.

      Delete
    2. UnknownDecember 27, 2014 at 7:06 AM

      Somewhere that is Christmas all year around, and that I cannot find the picture above anywhere.

      Delete
    3. Connie SowardsDecember 27, 2014 at 12:52 PM

      Connie = Rose

      What a great guess! I liked your answer and guessed a similar guess :)

      Delete
  16. https://www.facebook.com/lula.rugerDecember 27, 2014 at 6:42 AM

    church maybe or her favorite place

    ReplyDelete
  17. https://www.facebook.com/lula.rugerDecember 27, 2014 at 6:43 AM

    I recomend something hand made if you can do it

    ReplyDelete
  18. UnknownDecember 27, 2014 at 7:06 AM

    I think Wendy might be on the right track.

    ReplyDelete
  19. clennaDecember 27, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    I don't know where this is but it looks like the Midwest to me. But I can't pinpoint the city.

    ReplyDelete
  20. clennaDecember 27, 2014 at 7:25 AM

    I'd recommend white chocolate hot chocolate. It's yummy.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Connie SowardsJanuary 2, 2015 at 6:10 PM

      CONNIE = Rose

      Oooo....that's sounds so delicious! I'm not that in to hot chocolate but I may be after I taste the white chocolate :)

      Delete
  21. clennaDecember 27, 2014 at 7:26 AM

    I bought an inexpensive book for my grand daughter before we attended the ballet (her first time) The Nutcracker.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. MandyDecember 28, 2014 at 9:51 AM

      That sounds lovely! I hope she enjoyed it. :)

      Delete
  22. CrystalDecember 27, 2014 at 7:50 AM

    Our family has a tradition of watching the movie "A Christmas Story" and we make meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and boiled red cabbage just like in the movie. We eat dinner, watch the movie, and then play games/cards. We've always enjoyed it! :)

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. MandyDecember 28, 2014 at 9:52 AM

      How fun! My in-laws watch The Christmas Story every year as well. (They don't make the dinner though. Very creative idea!)

      Delete
    2. UnknownDecember 29, 2014 at 9:07 PM

      I love this movie. It's very funny.

      Delete
  23. Connie SowardsDecember 27, 2014 at 12:51 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    My guess would be Bethlehem, Alabama....I liked Wendy's guess...can you tell :)

    ReplyDelete
  24. MaureenDecember 27, 2014 at 6:19 PM

    Enjoying a good laugh with my family while watching National Lampoon's Christmas vacation!

    ReplyDelete
  25. clennaDecember 28, 2014 at 11:10 AM

    I would recommend local plays - support the arts.

    ReplyDelete
  26. RJDecember 28, 2014 at 3:13 PM

    I recommend some of my homemade peppermint hot cocoa!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. UnknownDecember 29, 2014 at 6:15 PM

      That sounds yummy! We haven't made cocoa at our house this year which is unusual for us.

      Delete
    2. MandyJanuary 1, 2015 at 4:28 PM

      Do you have a specific recipe you'd recommend? I love hot cocoa! :)

      Delete
  27. https://www.facebook.com/lula.rugerDecember 28, 2014 at 4:05 PM

    I think that books are allways a good gift you can find something for everyone at a book store

    ReplyDelete
  28. Connie SowardsDecember 28, 2014 at 7:04 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    Another guess would be Bethlehem, Arkansas :)

    ReplyDelete
  29. Connie SowardsDecember 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    I recommend starting your own family tradition and if you already have one, start another. I learned accidentally that my family enjoys and remembers those times the most during the holidays. One of the traditions our family shares is opening one small gift Christmas Eve, then the rest of the gifts on Christmas Day. My family loves this because it prolongs Christmas :)

    ReplyDelete
  30. UnknownDecember 29, 2014 at 6:13 PM

    I like to read the book the Christmas Box by Richard Evans with my son every year.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. MandyJanuary 4, 2015 at 7:50 AM

      I've never heard of that book. I'll have to check it out. :)

      Delete
  31. UnknownDecember 29, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    Maybe you took your mom to one of Gaylords hotels for their Christmas lights?

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. UnknownJanuary 7, 2015 at 5:56 PM

      They do have some amazing displays. I've been to the Grapevine one, absolutely beautiful.

      Delete
  32. UnknownDecember 29, 2014 at 9:01 PM

    It looks like New York. My family visited there for the holidays one year and it was magical. We stayed through New Years. I would recommend it.

    ReplyDelete
  33. UnknownDecember 29, 2014 at 9:11 PM

    I always make special gifts for each family member. Some years I've made ornaments, as my nieces and nephews grew I would show them how to make something special that they could keep or give away. This year I made Colon Cancer awareness earrings for the girls/women and keychain fobs for the boys/men. These were in honor of my mom's recent diagnosis and my Aunt's recent death.

    I love spending time with my loved ones.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Melissa GrecoDecember 31, 2014 at 12:04 PM

      This response is very heartwarming. Have a happy new year with your loved ones!

      Delete
  34. Melissa GrecoDecember 31, 2014 at 12:03 PM

    I like to cuddle with my dog in front of the fireplace :0

    ReplyDelete
  35. Natalie Parvis-NicholsDecember 31, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    I hope you took her somewhere she loved, so she can hold onto wonderful memories!

    ReplyDelete
  36. Natalie Parvis-NicholsDecember 31, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    i recommend having a holiday movie night!

    ReplyDelete
  37. Connie SowardsDecember 31, 2014 at 5:45 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    I recently got the complete set of "Eli Stone" on DVD. I would recommend it. It's very uplifting!

    ReplyDelete
  38. Anita DuvallJanuary 1, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    I think you had a ladies day out with lunch followed by a total Spa Day!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. MandyJanuary 1, 2015 at 4:24 PM

      Nope! But it sounds awesome! Perhaps next year… :)

      Delete
  39. Anita DuvallJanuary 1, 2015 at 12:34 PM

    For someone close to you, I say a thoughtful, well thought out gift is the best. But.... for those family members and friends who you are not VERY close to, a gift card is the way to go.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Connie SowardsJanuary 3, 2015 at 12:29 PM

      CONNIE = Rose

      I agree, Anita. I love seeing their eyes light up when they receive a gift that they know took time and effort in selecting or making that is just perfect for them!

      Delete
  40. JaimeeMJanuary 3, 2015 at 8:54 AM

    I suggest getting someone a box of chocolates, slippers, and a book of interest. Its a universal gift that everyone enjoys getting. A coffee table book that is visually appealing. Something everyone usually appreciates but doesnt buy for themselves.

    ReplyDelete
  41. JaimeeMJanuary 3, 2015 at 8:56 AM

    No clue where you took her, lol, hopefully somewhere she adored :)

    ReplyDelete
  42. MarilynJanuary 3, 2015 at 9:29 PM

    I recommend that you watch the movie Christmas Vacation -- it's hilarious.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Connie SowardsJanuary 4, 2015 at 5:42 PM

      CONNIE = Rose

      I agree....love it!

      Delete
    2. MandyJanuary 6, 2015 at 6:36 AM

      I've never seen it! I'll add it to my must-watch list for 2015! :)

      Delete
  43. Judy SchechterJanuary 4, 2015 at 12:22 PM

    Did you take your mom to the North Pole? That's the most Christmassy place I can think of!

    ReplyDelete
  44. Judy SchechterJanuary 4, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    The best cookies I have ever eaten in my entire life are Dark Chocolate Stars from Trader Joe's!!! But they are seasonal, so you'll have to wait until next year (unless you want to buy them from Amazon, where you'll pay $16 for a $5 box of cookies, which I did because they are just that good)!

    ReplyDelete
  45. Connie SowardsJanuary 4, 2015 at 5:45 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    I recommend singing Christmas carols in the car with your family....such fun and funny too! We laugh sometimes at how the songs turn out :)

    ReplyDelete
  46. Christy DuBoisJanuary 5, 2015 at 12:44 AM

    During the holiday season and beginning a new year I find that I can't be in prayer enough for my children, myself, my family, this world, etc. I recommend that for everyone's serenity as well.

    ReplyDelete
  47. Angela SaverJanuary 5, 2015 at 10:38 PM

    I would say go somewhere she really loved to go!

    andysavi.mom@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  48. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2015 at 12:00 PM

    i recommend every year my family goes somewhere either hallmark and every child picks out an ornament each year their choice it reflects them every year and each year we pull out the ornament box the kids now 1 17 and 21 love remembering the ornaments they each have picked out and remembering what they liked or were into that year...great fun and great memories...for many years to come..we have now started it with our grandson...

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Connie SowardsJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:01 PM

      CONNIE = Rose

      I absolutely love this suggestion, Amy! I wish I had done this when my kids were young.

      Delete
  49. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    did you take your mom to Santa Claus IN.......its a great place christmas all year long....

    ReplyDelete
  50. UnknownJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:07 PM

    i think you went some wheres where your mom love to eat

    ReplyDelete
  51. Connie SowardsJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:06 PM

    CONNIE = Rose

    I recommend asking the children's input on decorating, food or anything else related to the holidays. That way they feel a part of everything. My children would show a lot of pride in their work and like to point out to others how they helped :)

    ReplyDelete
  52. TriciaDJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:00 PM

    I'm guessing you went to her favorite place

    ReplyDelete
  53. UnknownJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:09 PM

    Today I'm going to recommend Harry & David's Moose Munch popcorn! I'm currently eating the dark chocolate mix and it's so yummy.

    ReplyDelete
  54. UnknownJanuary 7, 2015 at 4:28 PM

    My guess is McAdenville, N.C. aka Christmas Town, USA!

    ReplyDelete
  55. UnknownJanuary 7, 2015 at 4:29 PM

    I recommend going to Gatlinburg during Christmastime, especially if it's snowed recently! It's so beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  56. UnknownJanuary 7, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    Cranberry Orange bread...my favorite!!!

    ReplyDelete

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)
Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...