Summer, in all its glory, is slipping through my fingertips. Sun rays slide down my window pane leaving me to wonder when is too soon to put away that tankini and those sarongs I’m so fond of wearing.
Tomorrow is my first day back at work as Big Important Assistant Principal (I resisted the urge to write Big Important Ass because I’m a grown up). I will long for warm sun rays and ice cold lemonade as I sit in a new air conditioned office waiting to welcome students, parents, and teachers as we usher in a new school year. Missing the eccentricities and fragrant fruit and flowers at my local Farmer’s Market (as well as the all the characters you meet there). My hope for waking up late and turning on the news as I enjoy a delicious daybreak cup of coffee will end and be replaced by either getting a pot of coffee started as I style my hair or rushing into a drive-through coffee hut. All of my favorite things of the summer are leaving me to do the very hard work of educators.
What better reason to giveaway a Prize Pack full of what I’ve come to cherish this oh-so-wonderful Summer of ‘08?
Giveaway #1: A copy of Beverly Donofrio’s book which I read this summer and related to so well that I actually started writing my own memoir of being a teen mom.
Giveaway #2: Some goodies from the extra crap I carted home from The People’s Party. JUST FOR YOU. Ok, so I really liked some of the things in there and donated the rest, but I have $20 in gift cards to Land’s End. They’re currently having a sale which is one of my favorite things NO MATTER WHAT TIME OF YEAR.
Giveaway #3: Being such a Shoe Lover I have also become somewhat of a Foot Worshipper in that I must take care of my tootsies by using insoles and such. But this year I found Dr. Scholl’s Rub Relief Strips to be my dearest friend. The small design of the packaging makes it easy for travel as well.
Giveaway #4: Coffee is always in fashion. How’s about a $20 gift card to a big giant conglomerate?
Giveaway #5: Sometimes I wish I were smart enough to find out what the demographics of this site are to see what kind of people read it. Are you exercise gurus? Vegans who secretly like to add chicken broth to your mashed potatoes? Clown college graduates hoping to recruit me? With that said, I think mostly women read me though I know of several male bloggers (and a few male readers in general) who visit as well. Still, a Bath & Body Works certificate in the amount of $20 is a nice prize.
Leave a comment in this post until Friday August 1, 2008 at midnight (or email me directly if you’re having trouble or you’re JUST THAT DIFFICULT and no, I won’t hold that against you in the random drawing) to be entered.
Best of luck! To both the winner and to me. I might need it more than you.
*Edited to add that this Giveaway is linked to Bloggy Giveaways*
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Modern Mami Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:50 am
I’m in! And not difficult at all.
Modern Mamis last blog post..Proud Mami Moments Continue
Shash Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:53 am
I’m in!
Good luck tomorrow! I’m back on the 15th!
Shash
Shashs last blog post..It’s Not the Hatfield’s or the McCoy’s…yet
kimblahg Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:53 am
Thank you for choosing such an important job!
kimblahgs last blog post..kidher
Summer Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:54 am
Ohhh, you had me at Starbucks.
Aimee Greeblemonkey Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:00 am
Count me in!
And good luck tomorrow!
Aimee Greeblemonkeys last blog post..Growing Pains
dawn Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:01 am
Assistant Principal!! How awesome is that. Those of us in the educational know–understand that the secretaries and the AP’s run the show. Exciting.
Oh yeah, I so want to win something.
dawns last blog post..7 Things
Emily Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:03 am
Awesome giveaways
And good luck tomorrow. It is very hard to believe the back to school commercials have started.
scoutj Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:12 am
Hey stranger! Asst. Principal? Wow….I’ve really not checked in for a while huh???
The Diva's Thoughts Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:16 am
I just found your blog and I think you are hialrious! lol I’ll be a regular visitor.
Buuuuutttt……I AM NOT ready to let go of summer yet!!!! NNNOOOOOO!!!!
The Diva’s Thoughtss last blog post..My First Day Of School
Andrea's Sweet Life Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:19 am
Ah, Mocha. You remind me that I need to start making my daughter get up before 9 am and go to bed before 10 pm. Summer is almost OVER?? Wha-?
Karamac Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:22 am
My kids started school last week (balanced calendar). Summer goes by so fast. At least the weather is still good.
Melanie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:37 am
These are fantastic giveaways! I would love to win any of them! But maybe especially the starbucks, lands’ end, or bath/body works.
Melanies last blog post..It’s All in the Numbers
Pattie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:38 am
Really? Dr Scholl’s Rub Relief Strips? I totally could have used those on Friday night. My toe is a mess right now… I MUST go find those before the wedding when I wear those shoes again.
Tal Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:40 am
Giveaways! Yay! Good luck with the transition…
White Hot Magik Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:48 am
Thanks for sharing, they all look fabulous. I would love to win any one of those prizes. You give the best school supplies ever lady!
Oh and if you have a moment, I you are busy being the big Asst. Principal, would you come by my blog and tell me if my produce is worthy of the farmers market?
White Hot Magiks last blog post..Magnetic Monday
Carissa Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:49 am
Thanks!
Wifey Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:53 am
So nice of you to giveaway! Count me in.
Kimberly Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:53 am
Great stuff!!!! I need to read that book. For real.
Kimberlys last blog post..35
Rebecca Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:55 am
22 more days before the little darlings show up. Pick me!
Tina Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:00 am
Your post reminded me how I always felt the day before school started every year. I’m more inclined to remember the expansive and overwhelming joy of walking home on the LAST day of school.
How do you prepare mentally to go back? I mean, I know it’s your job and all, but still, it can’t be easy…
Fiona Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:03 am
Best wishes for an incredible year. Thanks for the giveaways!!!
Daisy Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:06 am
These prizes are fabulous; I can’t decide which one I like best! I guess that means I”ll be happy no matter what happens. If I win, that is.
I’m not very articulate in mid-summer. My brain goes on break. I just tried to convince the dentist to hurry up and finish my appts. before school starts! He hates it when I do that, too.
Daisys last blog post..Mom! I only like CREAMY Peanut Butter!
Angella Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:14 am
It still seems so odd to me that you crazy (yet wonderful!) Americans go back to school in August! In Canada you don’t go back until after the first weekend in September. Move HERE!
xo
Angellas last blog post..Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Fundraiser
tracey Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:25 am
Count me in!! I don’t go back to school until September 2…But we don’t get out until the middle/end of June…Have fun in your new position!
bunny Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:41 am
Oooo.. lovely lovely! Would love to read the book! Thanks!
Elizabeth Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:47 am
*prairie dogging*
Giveaway?
If you have the time… can u spare an opinion on my latest? I debated whether or not to ask you about it before now but I didn’t want to bother you with my incidentals. But since I’ve name dropped you in my post I’ve lost all shame. Ergo, couldja wouldja? If you can squeeze it in with your Big Assistant Principal Stuff. (Good God, did I spell principal right??)
Elizabeths last blog post..Give it away, give it away, give it away now
dorrie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:00 am
Following your blog through several Blogher references….a welcome addition indeed! I really enjoy your voice. Good luck at work today!
cheers, dorrie
Raquita Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:12 am
I’m in - I like giant coffee cups..
Mysh Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:13 am
Good luck getting back into the swing of things! And I can’t wait to hear more about the memoirs you’re writing…you’re such a great word-crafter! :O)
Myshs last blog post..Red and Salty!
Kelliqua Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:15 am
I NEVER compete for these giveaways but I keep thinking I need to write my own book about being a teen mom.
Of course, I could just buy the book myself…
Cecily Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:33 am
I don’t want anything, really. I have enough swag. I just wanted to say how AWESOME it was to meet you, even though you are super tall and beautiful AND love your thighs. *sniffle*
No, really, it was awesome.
Wendy Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:36 am
I’m in.
Yay for Free Stuff!
Wendys last blog post..Love Bites
becky Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:55 am
You just reminded me that I could really use some coffee right now. I was trying to ignore its siren song.
Alyce Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:59 am
I love big coffee conglomerate. Does that make me evil?
CharmingDriver Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:06 am
Wow, for once being sent to the principal’s office doesn’t seem such a bad deal.
CharmingDrivers last blog post..Summer Lovin Had Me a Blast
huskerbeck Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:07 am
I just found your blog and have been reading the back posts!! Very big enjoyment factor found here. Sign me up for the fab give away! I wish I could turn my boring cubicle dweller life into funny stories for my blog, but unfortunately there is nothing funny down that road. thanks for brightening my day!
huskerbecks last blog post..I have adopted a dragon egg…(or two)
bloggymommer Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:16 am
Why, HELLO free stuff!
(don’t waste the coffee on me, can’t drink it while pregnant)
bloggymommers last blog post..Can this one only be read by people who’ve never met me?
Aafrica Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:16 am
can i have the coffee certificate? please please pleeeeeese?? we go way back Mocha, remember?
Aafricas last blog post..
laurie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:24 am
Count me in, too please! Maybe winning the DS started me on a roll (the kids barely get to use, by the way!).
Laurie
lauries last blog post..more than my cancer
Ami Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:34 am
Great giveaways, Mocha! I’d love any of these things.
Jen M Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:42 am
Back to school time already?? I know…school shopping commences this weekend for us. Blech.
Amy in StL Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:47 am
Wow, Rub relief strips? You have all the cool stuff!
It seems like every pair of shoes i have rubs in a different spot. Yesterday’s Born Espadrilles rubbed right on the top of my foot leaving a nice sore to be displayed by todays skimmers. (Which rub my little pinky toe) I totally need to run to Target NOW!
elizabeth joy Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:48 am
Only 40 comments so far, which means at this moment I have a something-in-forty shot of winning something. Although of course I’ve never won anything in my life, so the chances here are pretty slim. And by the time August runs around there will be four-hundred comments, so my chances will be approximately zero-in-four-hundred. But I’m commenting anyway because, you know, I adore you. And I’m not just saying that to win the “giant conglomorate gift certificate,” in order to continue to feed my addiction, because that would be wrong.
Michele Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:48 am
Leaving my comment, as I am, apparently a loot whore.
Ronda Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 11:27 am
Recently found your blog and have really enjoyed it! It is very nice of you to do the giveaways!
mp Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 11:52 am
I’d like to win something please…pretty please…
Your pics w/ Georgia/Bossy were just beatiful…
(did that suck up give me an extra entry)??
mps last blog post..Prayer - Good Wishes Request PLEASE
June Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 12:04 pm
I’ve only recently started reading your blog but I think it’s awesome! Thanks for the giveaway!
Miranda Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 12:22 pm
I’m in!
Mirandas last blog post..Some non-baby updates
Melissa Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 12:37 pm
Ooooohhh, thank you for the giveaway!
West Coast Grrlie Blather Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 12:48 pm
You’re getting $500 from JC Penney??? (Neil pointed to the Blog Her site.) That’s big time, Momma! Good on ya.
West Coast Grrlie Blathers last blog post..Car Culture
Lindsay Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 1:28 pm
Delurking to say Hello and enter the contest!
Lindsays last blog post..A good week so far!
Yolanda Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 1:34 pm
Good luck on the first day back as the Big Important Ass. P. I’m sure you have a fantastic year ahead. I’m in for the booty as well (the giveaway goodies of course).
Yolandas last blog post..Here Comes the Shoes
mommymae Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 1:35 pm
me, please.
and have a great school year.
mommymaes last blog post..…split open…
Brava97 Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 1:47 pm
Delurking to enter and say good luck tomorrow.
V's Herbie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 1:55 pm
Sure, why not?
V’s Herbies last blog post..Doh!
BETSY Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 2:24 pm
I’ve already been going in to work in my classroom. I’m just so darn excited! But having to wake up at 5:30….not looking forward to that so much. Oh, well.
I’m in for a shot at the free stuff! Even if I don’t win, thanks!
BETSYs last blog post..Cry for Help
angie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 2:36 pm
And just when were you going to tell us you’d become a vice principal? hmm? Or was that in the post I didn’t read? oops. This looks like a great giveaway. I hope I win something!
Amanda D. Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 2:57 pm
Thank you for the giveaway!!
Christi Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 2:58 pm
Cute page! Good luck with your job as dean of a school. Thanks for the entry.
Samantha D Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:01 pm
Thanks for hosting such a great giveaway!
Samantha Ds last blog post..Bloggy Giveaways!!!
Mama Koala Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:03 pm
I love Bath and Body works! Your blog header is awesome by the way.
Thanks for the chance to win
Mama Koalas last blog post..Bloggy GiveAway Carnival!
Jamie from fort lauderdale Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:04 pm
I’d love any of you prizes!
jamic61(at)aol(dot)com
Natalie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:09 pm
What a great giveaway!
jennifer bowen Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:13 pm
wow i love to win some thing and yes i have to say rideing in cars with boys is a good book and movie it realy hits home with me (lol)
jennifer bowens last blog post..going back to wioh boy what a joy
Mechelle Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:18 pm
I love this blog carnival! I”m finding so many great blogs to read and enjoy!
Thank you for a wonderful prize!
((hugs)) Mechelle
Denise Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:21 pm
*claps hands*
Yay! A drawing for a give-away!
I have to admit it: I LOVE shopping for school supplies!
Denises last blog post..Worse than getting a bad tattoo…
Chantel Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:22 pm
Lands’ End is great!
alaskawildrose AT gmail DOT com
Chantels last blog post..The Plastic Problem
Sarah at themommylogues Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:25 pm
Great prize!
I’ve been reading recent posts. Those are fabulous shoes.
Sarah at themommyloguess last blog post..Lather, rinse, repeat
Candi Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:26 pm
I’m new, I seen your blog on swankwebstyle.com! Interesting posts, and goodluck as asst. prinicipal, coming from someone who works with children too! Anyway, count me in for the giveaway too! I’m new to blogging so this is especially exciting for me!!!
Candis last blog post..Things Are Coming Along
Ginny Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:27 pm
Thank you so much for all these giveaways! Your blog is so fun!
Gale Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:28 pm
What great prizes! Thanks for offering them!
Holly Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:29 pm
Terrific giveaway! It’s all so good.
Hollys last blog post..Giveways
Suzanne Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:29 pm
I love Lands end
Brooke Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:30 pm
Great giveaways…thanks for the opportunity!
Brookes last blog post..Bloggy Giveaways!!!
Sheri Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:55 pm
What great prizes, thanks!
Sheris last blog post..Empty nest
Hilary Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:56 pm
What awesome giveaways! Thanks!
Hilarys last blog post..Bloggy Giveaway!
Michele Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 3:58 pm
Thanks for your generosity!
Gina Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 4:09 pm
I thought I smelled coffee! Thanks so much for the chance!!
Ginas last blog post..It’s a Bloggy Giveaway!
Sonya Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 4:13 pm
Good luck tomorrow!
Sonyas last blog post..Scour - earn a Visa Gift card from the searches you already make
Emma Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 4:14 pm
Add me in! Thanks!
Assertagirl Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 4:22 pm
I got one of those B & BW gift certificates when I dropped $35 there before I came home. Then my luggage was overweight, which cost $100 at the airport. GAH.
Assertagirls last blog post..Gone veggie.
millicent Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 4:31 pm
great giveaway!!!
Christy Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 4:42 pm
I’m game. Sounds like an awesome giveaway
Thanks,
Christy
alicia Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 4:53 pm
What a cool idea to do a gift basket!! I, too have to go back to work next week–I am a cafeteria lady at an elementary school in GA. Have a great school year!!
Trish Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:00 pm
Thanks for having a giveaway! I would love to win the Bath & Body Works gift certificate.
landismom Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:06 pm
Ooh, great prizes! I’m de-lurking just for this one.
Have a great school year!
landismoms last blog post..hellooo, tv-less people, scooch over and make room
Vader's Mom Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:06 pm
Fun giveaway! Thanks!
Vader’s Moms last blog post..Which Princess Are You?
Beth Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:07 pm
Great giveaway idea, thanks for the chance to enter!
Beths last blog post..Friday and Weekend Doings
Heather Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:14 pm
Thanks for the great contest and fun prizes!
Tiffany Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:23 pm
Great Prizes- I’m crossing my fingers!
Tiffanys last blog post..A Word
Amy in AL Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:23 pm
School starts for us next Thursday. I’m ready for the routine again! Thanks for the prize offering.
Miss Blondie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:25 pm
You’ve got lots of good stuff here! Count me in!!
Miss Blondies last blog post..Monday’s Life Tip #2
Sara Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:30 pm
cool I would love to win
Good luck with your school year. I still have a few more weeks before my school year starts - I am a teacher…
Check out my giveaway at http://tinyurl.com/bloggygiveaway
Saras last blog post..Office Depot Teacher Appreciation Week
Kim Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:31 pm
Great Blog and Wonderful prizes. You have it all! I am trying to get in the Back to School mode myself. I have my degree in Elem Ed but never used it. Now I am thinking of trying again after my youngest completes K4 this year. Having two boys at home all summer I welcome the school year back but will miss the laid back not so hectic summer days.
Debbie H Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:32 pm
Count me in too. I too work in a school, cafeteria cook/lunch lady whatever you want to call me, its okay. Enjoy the early days of the new year.
Hil'Lesha Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:33 pm
I’m lovin’ the blog!
Hil’Leshas last blog post..LeapFrog Leapster2
Suzanne Eller Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:35 pm
I’d love to win, especially the GC to buy good smelling bath and body works!
Sarah Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:39 pm
Looks like some great stuff you’re giving away! Please enter me.
sdyjak(at)gmail.com
melissaw Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:40 pm
Thanks for the opportunity to win!
Check out my giveaways, too:
http://birth2remember.blogspot,com
AND
http://couponqueenconfessions.blogspot.com
Paula H Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:43 pm
Nice set of prizes!. I love the colors of your blog. They don’t hurt my eyes
Jakki Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:46 pm
I so could use a gift certificate to Bath and Body Works…but to win anything would be great!
Jakkis last blog post..
Jennifer Sabin Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:50 pm
I’m none of the things you mentioned in the Bath & Body Works giveaway, but I am a blogger with a few extra minutes who likes entering giveaways once a quarter! Honest enough?
ms_teacher Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 5:58 pm
You also had me at Starbucks. And, I’m kicking myself for somehow not finagling a way to meet Bossy and you in SF at Blogher, seeing as how both of you were in my neck of the woods.
ms_teachers last blog post..Teacher Tip Tuesday - #6
Sally Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:04 pm
As a retired teacher, I say Please give me that Starbucks!
smilingsal55[at]yahoo[dot]com
Sallys last blog post..Book Review - With Endless Sight by Allison K. Pittman
micaela6955 (Michele P.) Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:07 pm
Thanks for having such a generous giveaway! Lots of fun things here. First visit to your blog, and plan on coming back again!
Christie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:11 pm
Talk about a giveaway!!
And for the record, I like to excercise… occasionally. I’m definitely not vegan… (I like meat too much), though I do “abstain” from dairy. 
Christies last blog post..Contentment
Reiza Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:22 pm
Great giveaway. I must say, #2 sounds wonderful. I love Lands End, but I’m not big on spending too much.
Reizas last blog post..CNN loses its ever-loving mind.
Carol Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:24 pm
LOVE your giveaways!!!!!
Leigh @ Tales From Bloggeritaville Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:25 pm
What great and fun prizes! Cool!
Leigh @ Tales From Bloggeritavilles last blog post..Meet My "Frans"….
cara Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:31 pm
I’m a school nurse and not at all excited that summer is coming to an end!!! love the give aways….
caras last blog post..Oh summer, where did you go?
VENTL8R Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:34 pm
I named my daughter after yours!! That has to count for something, doesn’t it?
It doesn’t??
Crap…….
VENTL8Rs last blog post..GUESS WHAT?!?!!
Tiffany Lane Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:34 pm
count me in. awesome giveaway.
Kathleen Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:37 pm
That’s quite a generous giveaway! And the big coffee conglomerate certainly interests me! And the Land’s End one would be nice too.
Thank you!
Kathleens last blog post..Bloggy Giveaways Summer Carnival!
Estelle S. Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:41 pm
Thanks for the great giveaway! I love Land’s End.
Tara W Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:41 pm
great prizes - thanks for the giveaway!
Carol Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:42 pm
Great giveaway, thanks for hosting it!
Mariana Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:46 pm
Good variety of prizes! Thank you for the giveaway!
Marianas last blog post..Ready, set… Snacktivate!
Jean@workingmomma247 Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 6:49 pm
I think I could use every single item in some form or fashion. Great summer picks!
thanks for the giveaway!
Jean@workingmomma247s last blog post..There She Goes Again..Being Random
Ricki Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:25 pm
You had me at BBW!
Rickis last blog post..Pacific Scents
Holly Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:26 pm
I could use any of those prizes!
Awesome Mom Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:28 pm
Awesome prizes!!!
Awesome Moms last blog post..Hidden Talents
Nancy Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:34 pm
mmm…a good book, great cup of coffee….and a foot rub. Can life be any better!!
Kim Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:44 pm
What an awesome giveaway, count me in!!
Kims last blog post..Shop Update!
Mrs RW Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:52 pm
Ok, all you commenters: enough comments! It took my little wheel mouse forever to get to the bottom!
Kelly, now that you’re an ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL you need to update your sidebar
Happy back to school…..
Trish Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 7:53 pm
It was a struggle but I was able to pull through in the clutch. I think it was the Bath and Body works tempation that sucked me in tonight.
Hopefully my son’s ass will be as nice and as caring as you are to your students and parents.
Trishs last blog post..I’m Telling You Now
Apple Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:10 pm
Wow, you have a lot here!
Please count me in!
Heather Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:16 pm
You crack me up. Let me know if that clown college recruiter ever gets in touch with you
Heathers last blog post..Bloggy Giveaway Carnival
Susan Taylor Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:26 pm
Great prizes. Please enter me.
Robin Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:28 pm
I’m in! Pick me. =)
Robins last blog post..And soccer begins
Caffeinated Librarian Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:33 pm
Um…so I can just say anything? Oooookay. Hmmmmm.
Oh, did you see the BlogHer article about the trend in brides asking their bridesmaids to get plastic surgery? I just finished reading your last post and this other post popped to mind (as describing the opposite extreme of women’s body image).
Well, I can’t just leave you with that (far too depressing) - so how about a quote too?
“A synonym is a word you use when you can’t spell the word you first thought of.” - Burt Bacharach
K. Bye.
Caffeinated Librarians last blog post..ACK! Go Now!
Jill Myrick Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 8:50 pm
Wow ! those are really nice prizes. I would feel fortunate to receive any of them.
Thank you so much for offering this wonderful giveaway.
I would LOVE to win !!
Shawnee Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:09 pm
Oh no, it’s about time for school to start again
Usually I would be jumping for joy but my only child graduated this spring so it’s bittersweet for me. Now I wish I was out there spending a fortune on new clothes and shoes! LOL Anyway, very thoughtful gifts and I am thrilled to be entered.
Shawnees last blog post..Child 44 by Tom Rob Smith
melanie Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:13 pm
Oh..please pick me… I will be your eternal butt kisser!! lol seriously though.. And as a fellow shoe fashionista and size 10.5.. I am right there with u..we can share shoes…or hair products or SOMETHING…
Kim in TX Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:17 pm
Great giveaway - even GREATER blog! Thanks!
Kim in TXs last blog post..The kids are asking for more!
Karissa Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:20 pm
wow you are quite generous for thinking we are all difficult.
reeva Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:36 pm
Great giveaway! I hope i’m the lucky winner
this blog rocks!
reevas last blog post..Laurie’s giveaway !
Angela Palmer Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:43 pm
Beautiful giveaway! Thank you so much.
Lara Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 9:55 pm
pick me! pick me!
good luck tomorrow. i start back to school with new teacher training and staff orientation on monday (aug. 4). first day with students is aug. 18. i’m sure you can understand that i’m completely terrified.
Laras last blog post..Just More Ways to Introduce Myself, Really
Jessica Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:00 pm
Oh, I’m convinced there should be more coffee in my life.
Queen of the Click Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:10 pm
Dr. Scholl’s Rub Relief Strips look wonderful. I’ve never tried them.
Please enter me in this great giveaway.
Queen of the Clicks last blog post..When God Speaks
Keis Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:17 pm
Been a while since I commented. *waves* Hullo there!
Stephanie V Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:32 pm
fingers crossed
Kristan Said,
July 29, 2008 @ 10:41 pm
lots of fun stuff!
luvreading7 Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:15 am
These are neat!
Thanks for the chance!
Moley123 Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 3:30 am
AP??? Wow!!! Congratulations! When did this news come about??? And how did I miss it?? (Note to self… must read Mocha’s blog more and must also read between the lines for secret messages in case things are not said specifically.)
As for the draw thing, lovely idea, though if my name comes out I wont keep you to sending said item to moi, over here in the UK!
And how come your summer is over… It’s still July.. and summer (well in the uk if we can ever say we have summer) continues until at least Mid September… though the kids go back to school in the 1st week of September.. there is something wrong in your school calender if summer is now over!
Congratulations once again you AP you!
Bonnie Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 4:31 am
So glad I found you before the deadline! I’d love to win any of these prizes, you have such great taste ;~)
I’ll be interested to see how you like your new job… will follow your posts as the new school year begins. I’m making some changes myself in the next few weeks, moving and getting my son into a new school for 6th grade. I can smell the school supplies now, lol!
If anyone is so inclined, follow my adventures on twitter @bgreen.
Ann Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 4:36 am
Wow, what a great gift basket. Thank you for letting me play!
Anns last blog post..I am blessed!
Michelle Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 4:39 am
These are fabulous prizes. Thank you so much for hosting such a generous giveaway.
Fedora Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 4:44 am
Ooh, those would make my list of summer favorites, too! Thanks for the fabulous contest, and best wishes for the rest of your summer!
Victoria Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 5:36 am
Awesome stuff!
FC Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 5:45 am
Pick me! Pick me! I’ve never won a bloggy giveaway before.
~ FC
FCs last blog post..It’s me… again
Mary Jenkins Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:33 am
Grat mix of fun and practical stuff. I’d like any of them!
Monica Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:39 am
Count me in please! As a new mom, I’m finding out how much I can multitask at once. Did you know you can change a diaper, pay bills online, pet the dog, and sing 25 different nursery rhymes all at the same time?!?! I’m sure you did
Stephanie Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:46 am
Love your stuff!! Enter me, enter me!!!!!!!!!!!!
LadySnow Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:51 am
I could really use a gift card to Land’s end.
LadySnows last blog post..Note to Self….
Ranchmum Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:55 am
I’m in! I’d love any of these prizes, especially the Lands End card! Thanks for hosting a giveaway!
nec Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:56 am
How lovely :o)
Thank you for all your work in education!
Angel Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:15 am
I’m in! How sweet of you! (Found you through Bossy, btw~)
Tara R Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:37 am
tee heee… I am definitely a clown college grad trying to recruit you.. is it working?
I’m Canadian but if that is ok then I would love to win!
Tara Rs last blog post..Wordless Wednesday- The World is my Toilet
Bobbi Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:40 am
love the giveaways I am in!
Bobbis last blog post..Guests Guests and more Guests
wifey615 Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 8:11 am
I’m in…Hope you had a great day!
Carol Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 8:21 am
I’m so happy we have another month home from school, well the kids that is. Great giveaway, thanks for the chance to win.
Carols last blog post..I’ll miss you so much
Amber S. Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 8:50 am
Good luck on your first day back!
Thank you for the wonderful giveaway. I’m glad I found your blog - I’ve bookmarked it, so I can read more!
mommyof3inva(at)yahoo(dot)com
GrnMtnGirl Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 8:59 am
Thank you for hosting your giveaway!!! I’d love to win some of those prizes!
GrnMtnGirls last blog post..Leftovers, it’s what’s for dinner!
Sandra Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:22 am
What a fabulous giveaway. I would love to be entered.
owatz (AT) telus (DOT) net
CrystalGB Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:28 am
What an incredible giveaway. Thank you for the chance.
Halifax Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:48 am
How was the first day back at work? Hope you enjoyed it. I love #3 and #5
Shilo Beedy Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:59 am
Thanks for having such a great giveaway!
Shilo Beedys last blog post..La Vie De Laurie contest
JenniferB Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:07 am
A dedicated educator is worth everything in the world, and one with a sense of humor can also have the moon!
Christina Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:10 am
What great prizes. I love the part about the vegan secretly adding chicken.
Qtpies7 Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:12 am
Well, I AM difficult, but I don’t mind leaving comments!
Great prizes, and I am glad you joined the bloggy giveaways!
My demographic would be a slightly crazy Christian mom to 7 who desperatly wants to concieve twins. Yep, crazy!
CMerie Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:22 am
Pick me!
CMeries last blog post..I’m Still Here
trishk Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:43 am
Congratulations! Asst. Principal!!
I love coffee…and reading…and Bath and Body Works…and well, just about anything!
trishks last blog post..A New Word is Born!
Ronnica Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:49 am
I like the blog and am curious to see how your new position goes! I definitely subscribed!
Ronnicas last blog post..We Want Answers!
Katie Lloyd Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:50 am
I want in, too!
Lisa Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 11:09 am
Big important butt (clean version) you look like you have a nice way with words, I think you are right on target for writing your own book, don’t let life get in the way of finishing it, you wouldnt want to be too old for your own publication party would you? LOL
stormy5475@aol.com
Elisa Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 12:11 pm
Oh, I love Riding in cars with Boys! I saw the movie and really liked it.
Dr. Scholl’s Rub Relief is also awesome! I always keep some in my bag!
See, I’m not difficult. I’d love a gift cert to Starbucks
Elisas last blog post..Multi-event Alert!!!
Heather Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 12:14 pm
Nothing brings out the lurkers like a give-away! And what a great give-away it is. Thanks for having it. I am hanging on to the summer for dear life, and can’t believe the school year starts again in just a few weeks. I will miss staying up late with my boys on week nights and letting them sleep in and wear their jammies as long as they like in the morning.
Heathers last blog post..The Great Outdoors Revisited
Amy Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 12:18 pm
Sounds great!
Amys last blog post..Jackson playing around
gorillabuns Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 12:30 pm
I don’t want anything but wanted to say, after spending all Summer with my 5 yr. old? Teachers and the administration are not paid enough to deal with crazy kids - including mine.
tina Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 12:42 pm
Yea! thank you. tinawittmer(at)yahoo(dot)com
Annabelle@Christian Momma Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 12:51 pm
Great giveaways! I’d love to win any of those!
Katherine Frazier Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:07 pm
great giveaway
Ann Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:09 pm
count me in, too. i love giveaways
Yolanda Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:12 pm
A new reader. I found you by way of Chookooloonks. The eyes in the portrait were so beautiful, I had to know what woman saw through them. In any case, I’m throwing myself in the running for a prize I’m sure not to win.
Yolandas last blog post..Arrythmic
Go Amie Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:13 pm
You have some great prizes there. For your demographic information, I am a female, twenty-something, single, professional. I eat meat but never put chicken broth in mashed potatoes; I never even heard of such a thing. I stick with cream and butter.
Thank you.
Christina Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:17 pm
Good luck to you! I’m on the other side of the picture, and can’t wait until my daughter goes back to preschool.
Christinas last blog post..Another Giveaway: Snapfish Prints!
Meg Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:20 pm
Good Luck at work!! These are really fun prizes, so thanks for sharing. Have a good last day of freedom.
Megan Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:27 pm
Have fun going back to work! Great giveaways!
Angie Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:40 pm
You are so generous with your giveaway! Hope I win!!
Thanks,
Angie
Jacqueline in Atlanta Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 1:56 pm
Wow! what a great prize pkg. Congrats on making it good. At least no one will put anything over on you, if you were the bad girl, huh? That’s what I tell my strong-willed son. Been there, done that, wrote it in my journal. ha.
Thanks for having the giveaway!
Jenny Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 2:28 pm
I could really use some of those Dr. Scholl’s rub relief thingies! I didn’t know such a thing existed; I have been known to use scotch tape on my feet before.
the_other_alice_ (at) yahoo.com
Jennys last blog post..My first giveaway ever!
Memarie Lane Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 2:29 pm
I’m really glad you didn’t ask us to say which we’d prefer to win because I really couldn’t decide. Thanks for the chance to win, and have fun back at work!
Memarie Lanes last blog post..Bloggy Giveaway Survival
Sue Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 2:50 pm
Wow, this is a generous giveaway! Thanks so much for a chance to win!
sagirl2(at)gmail(dot)com
Patti Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 2:53 pm
They are all great prizes! Thanks for the chance to win!
Pattis last blog post..Bloggy Carnival Giveaway TIME!!
Wifey's House Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 2:56 pm
Oh, but Big Important Ass sounds like more fun. Sometimes it sucks to be grown. Smiles!
And yes, my size elevens could use that foot relief.
Wifey’s Houses last blog post..Breasts, Tummies, Lips… Now This?
Emily Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 2:56 pm
Looks like some good giveaways. And congrats on the job.
Green Yak Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 3:46 pm
Looks like a great collection of items! Thank you for hosting this giveaway
Shelley Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 4:13 pm
You are funny. Please enter me!! Thanks - Shelley
Debra Ford Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 4:14 pm
Wow, great items for your giveaway….I would so like to take advantage of those sales at Land’s End and a gift card would be so awesome.
ryann Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 4:27 pm
Great giveaway!
ryann
ry13_2000@yahoo.com
ryanns last blog post..cinnamon sticks boutique
Trisha Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 5:20 pm
Thanks for the giveaways and the chance to win!
Joyce Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 5:20 pm
Number 202! I guess you have a few readers, and no wonder.
The give aways are great, but the best thing you give is this blog.
Thank-you
naturalmel Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 5:41 pm
“Have fun in school and don’t do drugs” thats the speech my dad used to give me before the start of every school year when I was growing up. Feel free to use it
Summer will be back soon!!!
Kristenkj Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 5:57 pm
I’m in too! Thanks for the chance to win!
Kristenkjs last blog post..Wordless Wednesday
Charity Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:11 pm
All I can say is wow! Thanks for the giveaway.
Leigh Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:20 pm
Pick me! Pick me!
Kam A Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:47 pm
Wow! Great prizes!!!
Thank you for the giveaway!
ragtopday Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 6:47 pm
Oooh, give-aways!
Congrats on the new job!
Those Dr. Scholl’s things are very intriguing….then again, I love to read, and bathe, and wear rugged clothes, and….
ragtopdays last blog post..It Just Wouldn’t be Summer Without
Beth Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:07 pm
What great giveaways. Thanks for the chance.
Beths last blog post..Cocoa Puffs Giveaway.
Kimberly Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:17 pm
We still have another month before school starts here. My kids are grown so no school for us, but it means changing the drive to work to avoid all those school zones! Thanks for the chance to win your great giveaway!
Suzanne B. (Crunchy green Mom) Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:19 pm
OH OH.. I LOVE gift baskets! Those items will get put to GREAT use! As a single mom.. this stuff is wonderful!
Suzanne B. (Crunchy green Mom)s last blog post..Lipstick to Crayons- Guest blogger
Debbie Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:24 pm
Hope you are doing well back at work. I hate the end of summer. Great giveaway. Thanks for the chance to win.
fourkidsrgreat(at)gmail(dot)com
Millicent C. Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:33 pm
Oh wow! Great prizes! Thanks for the chance to win!
Kristin Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:47 pm
oooh, pick me, pick me!
I’m always looking for a good read. Even if I don’t win, I’ll have to check that out.
-K
Kristins last blog post..Wordless Wednesday - Summertime
Tiff@ThreePeas Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:52 pm
OOH my kind of prizes! COunt me in!
Tiff@ThreePeass last blog post..Bloggy Giveaway: Better Late than Never!
Huguette E. Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 7:57 pm
Thanks for chance, keeping my fingers crossed
Doreen Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 8:20 pm
Fantastic giveaway!! My birthday is coming up in a few days would love to win those gift cards!!
purposedrivenlife4you(at)gmail(dot)com
Someone Being Me Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 8:28 pm
Good luck. I do and don’t envy you. There is something exciting about the start of a new school year and yet I am glad to be a SAHM for now.
Someone Being Mes last blog post..Catching up and such..
Katrina Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 8:53 pm
I would love to win! Thanks!
Katrinas last blog post..Giveaway!
Alaina Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 8:57 pm
I would love to win! I hope your new job goes well!
alainamj (AT) yahoo (DOT) com
Rita A. Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:17 pm
Enjoy your new job. Thanks for the chance.
Stacey Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:28 pm
Count me in!
Kristin Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:29 pm
Cute Giveaways. love them.
Tammy Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:40 pm
Good luck — lift your wings to the sky, because you’ll need it, as all those students come back in with horrified stares of starting school again…oh yeah, this should have been encouraging right…..Scrap that let me start again.
Good Luck — lift your wings to the sky, because all those students coming back will have gigantic grins on their faces (like me when I win!), and never cause an ounce of trouble, they will study hard, and be respectful, because you’re the best Assistant Principal who ever was!
Kathie Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:47 pm
woo hoo. count me in. Thanks for the chance to win. Visit mine at http://www.mypreppypurse.blogspot.com
mishmish Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:52 pm
Lovely prizes. Thanks!
T. Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 9:58 pm
Omigosh…I could so use a prize-y little pick-me-up! I’ve been workin’ my patriotic-duty-driven-fingers to the bone.
Thanks, deary! What a fabulous idea.
T.s last blog post..Nuggets.
Stephanie Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:19 pm
Oh my goodness those are wonderful prize~~Pick me!
Stephanies last blog post..Go Sophie, It’s your B-day!
Ginny Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:27 pm
Well count me in, awesome prizes!
Ginnys last blog post..Quickie Contest ~ Playing Card Credits to Arts Cow
Sarah Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 10:52 pm
great giveaway!! how you been doing lately?
Sarah
Sxechc013@aol.com
Alyce Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 11:16 pm
Thanks for entering me in your giveaway!
Alyces last blog post..What’s on Your Nightstand?
MommyBrainReports Said,
July 30, 2008 @ 11:22 pm
Thanks for the opportunity to enter!!!
Please feel free to check out my giveaway as well!!
MommyBrainReportss last blog post..Mommy Brain Reports on- Baby Signs- A Giveaway
Laura Said,
July 31, 2008 @ 12:28 am
I’m in! What a great prize pack. Thanks!!
Melanie @ Mel, A Dramatic Mommy Said,
July 31, 2008 @ 1:12 am
Thank you for the great prizes. I saw the Donofrio book but didn’t pick