My Book Giveaway to Followers

Last year I decided to put my photos into a book. I downloaded them to Mpix and bought 10 books. I've given a few away to friend/family. Have a few left. I'd love to give one away to my friends that follow my blog. Tis the season to be generous (shouldn't we be any time of the year?)

To be entered into this contest, First let me know your favorite holiday and why. Second, click on the link below and tell me which is your favorite photo in the book and why. Both questions must be answered and I need to know your blog or where I can reach you if you win. Contest is open through Dec. 31, 2009 US and Canadian residents only. Winner receives a book that's autographed by me. (Remember, this is copyrighted as well).

http://share1.sendtoprint.net/bshare.php?hashid=751a3cdef2cca7cef6b7

(Photo is a wreath out at Bauman Farms store, taken by yours truly, GrandmaBecky!)

Holiday Gift Guide: FoldTuk Kitchenware review and giveaway

This sounds like interesting bake ware. After being married for 32 years, collapsible bake ware would be great for more space. Check it out!!!

Holiday Gift Guide: FoldTuk Kitchenware review and giveaway

Holiday Gift Guide: Zebra Pens Review & Giveaway

Here's a give away that will come in time for the holiday giving!!!

Holiday Gift Guide: Zebra Pens Review & Giveaway

Story of Patriot Guard Riders

Some of you may know that I'm with the Patriot Guard Riders, here in Oregon. I am glad to be a part of a group that stands for our soldiers, dead or alive and veterans as well. I'm not a motorcyclist but it doesn't matter. Our mission is the same. I want to share this link with you. It's a good read.

http://www.oregonlive.com/O/index.ssf/2009/12/patriot_guard_riders_make_sure.html

The Christmas Kitchen by Tammy Maltby

I'm sharing this recipe book with you from my daughter-in-law's blog. I liked her recommendations.
Sounds like good book to add! Pop on over to her site via the link below!


The Christmas Kitchen by Tammy Maltby

Remember Thanksgiving

My sister cooking.

Family dinner a weekend prior to Thanksgiving
at my sister's house in WA.
Becky, Phil (my hubby), Mike,
Kerri and David. Mike & David are our brothers.

Tyler, my nephew, and cats
Otis and Cooper.

Thanksgiving at our house
Megan, Erin, Melody, Justin and Phil.

Grandma and Grandpa with granddaughter Melody.

Melody fell asleep in grandma's lap.

Asleep on a blanket after an hour. Grandma's leg
was going to sleep.

Smiling Melody after her nap.

Being "Glade" for our family time.
Thankful for all God has bestowed on us this year.

Give This Christmas Away (101 simple & thoughtful ways to . . .) by Matthew West

I heard about this book " Give Christmas Away" on my daughter-in-law's blog. This sounds like a really great book!! I think I'll have to get it. I do give away many goodies and cards at Christmas. My friends need help, though, since life isn't always what we wished it would be. Sickness, pain, death,loss of jobs or hours cut from present job....endless reasons to give at Christmas and all thru the year as well.

I remember one year when my husband was out of work. Twelve months of unemployment brought restrictions on money. We didn't have much but we had a house, food, our family and our health. Little presents for the kids, even though they were old enough to understand. Our friends and family really reached out to us that year. Phil and I created a card with a poem in it for our gift to one another. That was the best Christmas ever!


Give This Christmas Away (101 simple & thoughtful ways to . . .) by Matthew West

One way to get involved, as mentioned in the book, is Operation Christmas Child. We've done that for quite a few years.Love putting the box together. Sometimes I get too excited and buy more than the box will hold. Late this year we received a letter from the mother of a little girl in the Philippines who received our box last year!! How fun is that, to know the joy that
even the mother had over the "box of love" (as she called it.)

Spread the cheer! Christmas is near! Hark the herald angels sing,
glory to the newborn king!
Hosanna!