Last weekend, when I was sitting at 45 followers, I was contemplating a prize giveaway when I reached the special blogging milestone of 50 followers (I am truly shocked and humbled that this many cyber "strangers" find my ramblings worth reading -- THANK YOU!!). Well, between computer issues, school assignments, read-a-thon training....I have not given this idea much attention. Today I logged on and discovered that I have achieved that magic 50 goal!! OH -- you guys are the best!I want to follow through with that promise to myself. My problem is -- I never quite know what to give away. I know that books are always welcomed :) --- but truly the books that I would consider as a give away, many of you have already read. I will be giving away a $20 Amazon gift certificate at the conclusion of the Summer Vacation Reading Challenge - so I don't want to duplicate those efforts (and since my husband just recently found employment after a 4 month lay-off, I should probably watch my pennies a bit). As I was doing some shopping last night I was struck with an inexpensive "bookish" idea -- that hopefully you will fun and thoughtful as well.
So, here is the deal: Leave a comment on this post anytime between now and the end of the read-a-thon (which for me ends at 7:00am on Sunday - but I will probably not check my blog that early - so let's say 3:00pm Sunday afternoon) and I will enter your name in the drawing. I don't want to reveal the gift - let's keep it a surprise - but I know that I even though it isn't a big gift, nor a book, I would enjoy receiving it myself.
Thank you all again for being so kind, accepting and supportive during my first 4 months as an official "blogger"
I can't believe you've only been going for four months - I thought you were one of the 'old timers' - in blogging terms only of course!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Molly! You're obviously doing something right and should be quite pleased.
ReplyDeleteFifty is a milestone!! Congratutalions!
ReplyDeleteThis is so much fun. I'm like farmlane books - your blog is so terrific, it seems like you've been at it forever. Congrats on reaching 50 followers!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on this milestone! I love surprises. I'm still working on the follower thing myself.
ReplyDeleteYay! 50 followers! Of course we find you interesting! I am new to blogging, and really enjoy reading everyone's blogs, yours included. Good luck in the Read-a-thon, I'll be cheering for you!
ReplyDeleteMolly, I agree, you seem like a polished blogger already! You're leaps ahead of me with your blog design and additions as well as challenges and I've been blogging since July. I love reading your blog! Congrats on achieving your goal of 50 followers! Have you checked your google reader followings, you must have more there. I'm still new at figuring out how to get all the stats on my blog but there is a way to check on google reader.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Molly! I have been blogging a lot longer than you and don't have nearly that many followers yet. It is a credit to your thoughtful reviews and such!
ReplyDeleteYour giveaway sounds fun--congrats on 50! AND congrats to your husband for finding employment! What a blessing I am sure that is.
*smiles*
Kim
(still sick, but still going to be reading tomorrow. heading to doctor this afternoon just to make sure not pneumonia or something drastic)
Way to go Molly! On to 100!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I see you're at 54 now. That's awesome. I'm sure your numbers will grow even more!
ReplyDeleteYou are so sweet! Enter me in. Good luck tomorrow on the read-a-thon. I'll be cheering you on.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on reaching 50! I love reading your blog :)
ReplyDeleteBecky
Nice job, Molly!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on reaching 50 followers!
And, most of all, good luck in the readathon. Enjoy the comaraderie, the books, and whatever food you're eating to keep you going. I couldn't do it, but I'm very proud of all of you who are doing it!
Hugs,
Lesa
http://lesasbookcritiques.blogspot.com
That is great! Congratulations! I'm cheering for you!
ReplyDeleteMe again Molly--guess what was in my mailbox today?
ReplyDeleteBookmarks! Did you get yours yet?
*smiles*
Kim
Oh my ---- I am glad that so many of you found my give away and I wish each and every one of you good luck.
ReplyDeleteYou are all so kind and encouraging in your comments. I think blogging has helped me become a better a writer. I still have a long ways to go, but I am sure enjoying the journey!!
I'm now following you and supporting you for the Read A Thon :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on going over 50 followers! Sounds like a good reason to do a giveaway to me (I am planning on doing the same thing, LOL)! Have fun with the Read-A-Thon.
ReplyDelete4 months and 50 followers? Awesome!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to you! And you have so many readers because you do good stuff! YAY for you! And if you want to do giveaways, check out the Hatchette Book Group giveaway group on Book Blogs ... you can do giveaways without having to pay a penny! I'm trying two this month!
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