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August giveaways: cozy fall essentials & back-to-school

August 25, 2014 · 214 Comments
Filed Under: for fun, giveaway, seasons

As we wrap up the Summer season and prepare for the change Fall brings along, I felt it would be just too fun to host TWO giveaway bundles this time around: Cozy Fall Essentials & Back-to-School. We have prizes totaling over $700 from 17 ultra creative handmade shops/businesses:

cozy fall giveaway bundle maggie whitley
COZY FALL ESSENTIALS BUNDLE: 1. $50 gift card to Be Still Clothing Company, $50 value// 2. Limited Edition Moccasins (winner chooses color & size) from Freshly Picked, $60 value // 3. Hand Knit Poppy Cowl from Saffron and Nutmeg, $35 value// 4. Modern Embroidery Kit from Lovely Messes, $22 value // 5. Crochet Boot Cuffs (winner chooses color) from Craftee McGee, $20 value // 6. “Happy Fall” Chalkboard Banner from The Burlap Bungalow, $27 value // 7. Fleur de Sel Caramel Sauce from The Caramel Jar, $14 value// 8. Lacy Bow Ear Warmer from Love City Crochet, $16.50 value // 9. Turquoise + Wood + Natural Stones Bracelet Stacking Set from Pineapple Bling, $100 value.

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back to school giveaway bundle maggie whitley
BACK-TO-SCHOOL BUNDLE: 10. Allison Butterscotch Camera Bag from Jo Totes, $89 value // 11. Personalized Lunchbox – Deluxe (winner chooses style) from Bugaboo Announcements, $43 value // 12. Fox and Friends Mini Art Caddy from Kiki B Omi Designs, $15 value // 13. Leather Shoulder Bag from A Great & Many Things, $105 value // 14. Coffee Cozy from The Love, Mich Collection, $21 value // 15. Preppy Plaid Bow Tie from adventuresNnonsense, $50 value // 16. Handpainted Burlap Wristlet from Lily Patch Boutique, $25 value // 17.  Tablet Sleeve from So Sew Organized, $18 value.

To enter the giveaway, please use the Rafflecopter entries below. None of the entry options are required so please keep an eye out for all entry options that don’t require social media, there are many :) One winner for each bundle will be selected at random and notified via email. Please note: both giveaways are open to US residents only. Good luck!

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Thank you for supporting the shops that help support me and my family.

PS. We’ll be hosting a baby shower themed giveaway in early October in anticipation of Baby Whitley #2. If you’d like your handmade shop to be included in our next bundle please send Jenn an email: jenn AT maggiewhitley DOT com.

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  1. Sarah says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:27 am

    What gorgeous things!! It’s exciting to get ready for fall. :)

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  2. Margaret Gibb says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:28 am

    Such a great collection!

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  3. heather l says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:29 am

    This is great! Love these selections of awesome handmade goodies. Thanks :)

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  4. Julie H says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:46 am

    What an amazing giveaway! Thank you!

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  5. Cheryl says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:53 am

    Great giveaway! Thank you!

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  6. Kacia says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:13 am

    um LOVE both of these bundles!!

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  7. Andi T. says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:17 am

    It’s terrible to choose just one as it’s hard to decide. I’m excited to check out all of these shops, but I think I would choose the first package :)

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  8. Haley says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:20 am

    Great giveaway! The Cozy Fall essential Bundle looks great!

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  9. Janet says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:15 am

    Great giveaways! Can’t wait for fall! Thanks

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  10. Maggie says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:25 am

    The second bundle is adorable! I would give the camera bag to my sister. She loves photos and has such a lovely camera. That being said, i love the first bundle too! And I LOVE seeing pictures of Max on Instagram :)

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  11. DeidreSH says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:39 am

    I love the Leather shoulder bag from A Great & Many Things.

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  12. Nikki says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:40 am

    Both! But I would probably go with the top one..

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  13. lindsey says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:42 am

    Amazing collections! I’d love either one, but I’m really drawn to the back-to-school collection. Those bags are amazing!

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  14. Kari says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:44 am

    I saw that caramel sauce and was like, “Yes. I need to win this fall bundle.”

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  15. jill says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:50 am

    Awesome giveaway! I wish we would get fall weather in FL!!!

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  16. Sarah M says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:51 am

    Honestly I’d be happy with either, but I love the bag in “Back to School”. :)
    Sarah M

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  17. Allison M says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:06 am

    Hard to choose. They are both great!!

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  18. Amy M. C. says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:13 am

    The Cozy Fall Bundle would be my pick!

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  19. Karas says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:14 am

    These things are all so beautiful!

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  20. Sarah M says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:18 am

    I love both bundles, but i think I’d be especially excited to win the COZY FALL ESSENTIALS BUNDLE

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  21. Lacy S says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:31 am

    I love all of this and I have to have #1. It is so cute!!!!

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  22. Jenn says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:33 am

    LOVE both bundles!! Especially the top one!

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  23. Violet says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:53 am

    The back-to-school bundle makes me feel (almost) ready for fall!

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  24. Anna says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:55 am

    I love both bundles…impossible to choose just one!

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  25. Jessica says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:55 am

    Awesome giveaway! Thanks so much for hosting! :) I love both bundles, but would be super excited to win the Fall essentials giveaway! :)

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  26. Joselyn says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:03 am

    That caramel sauce from The Carmel Jar is to die for! I’ve been known to put it in my coffee in the morning and when no one is looking eat a spoonful straight out of the jar!

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  27. Nicole H. says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:16 am

    Bundle #2 is amazing!

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  28. Mai Drummond says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:26 am

    I would love to win the Back to School bundle. Thanks for the opportunity!

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  29. Katie Terpstra says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:37 am

    Love the Cozy Essentials. Checking out Be Still Clothing Company right after I finish my entries :)

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  30. Leigh D says

    August 25, 2014 at 10:35 am

    I love both but I would like the back to school more I think.

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  31. anne stewart says

    August 25, 2014 at 10:46 am

    The cozy fall essentials bundle!

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  32. Julie says

    August 25, 2014 at 10:59 am

    Love both of them, but really love the fall one!

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  33. Katie says

    August 25, 2014 at 11:15 am

    Love being apart of these giveaways. Definitely loving the “back-to-school bundle” especially with fall semester of nursing school starting. All those items are useful!

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  34. Laura says

    August 25, 2014 at 11:31 am

    Hoping to win the cozy fall bundle!

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  35. Kathy Davis says

    August 25, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    Hoping to win the Cozy Fall Essentials bundles.

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  36. Moragn says

    August 25, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    Back-To-School Bundle!!!! I want that camera bag!!! :)

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  37. danielle says

    August 25, 2014 at 12:15 pm

    LOVING that cozy fall bundle!

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  38. Lori Smanski says

    August 25, 2014 at 12:17 pm

    I like the Back to School Bundle.

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  39. Dana Summers says

    August 25, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    Would love a cute tank from the Be Still company. Thanks for the awesome give-away, Maggie!

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  40. Ashley says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:14 pm

    Love the Cozy Fall collection- probably because it makes me long for the cool weather, but both collections are awesome! :)

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  41. Summer says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:15 pm

    I would LOVE to win that cozy fall bundle!!! Perfect items for getting me in the mood for the upcoming chilly weather here in Iowa. Thanks for the fun giveaway!!

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  42. Bethany says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    Hard choice, but I would love to win the fall essentials bundle!

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  43. Lauren Oswald says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:34 pm

    Both of these bundles are so precious but I love the first bundle so so so much!

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  44. Melissa Berhel says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:41 pm

    Cute stuff! Someone’s getting a great selection of items :)

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  45. Katy says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    Awesome giveaway!! I think if I had to choose I’d do the back to school bundle! :)

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  46. Crystal says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:46 pm

    The back to school bundle :)

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  47. Kate says

    August 25, 2014 at 1:51 pm

    I would love to win the cozy fall essentials bundle! It’s so fun!

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  48. Helen says

    August 25, 2014 at 2:06 pm

    I’m hoping for bundle 2, I’m a total bag-lady!

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  49. Elisabeth says

    August 25, 2014 at 2:07 pm

    I love the second one!

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  50. Kelly says

    August 25, 2014 at 2:19 pm

    The cozy fall giveaway!

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  51. Lauren says

    August 25, 2014 at 2:34 pm

    Love both but that beautiful bag in Back to School wins me over

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  52. Elizabeth says

    August 25, 2014 at 3:23 pm

    Love the cozy fall essential bundle! Fall is my Favorite😍

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  53. kristen mcclary says

    August 25, 2014 at 3:29 pm

    i woudl love to win either but that back to school one is my favorite thanks for the chance

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  54. jackie servideo says

    August 25, 2014 at 4:07 pm

    I love a giveaway! I’d probably choose the back to school!! Good taste girl!!

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  55. Liberty T. says

    August 25, 2014 at 4:12 pm

    Goodness how do you choose? I am a big fan of all of the handmade products but I think I would choose #1.

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  56. Jamie says

    August 25, 2014 at 4:42 pm

    What great collections! Bring on fall!

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  57. Jamie says

    August 25, 2014 at 4:43 pm

    Oops, I forgot to say, even though it’s a tough choice, I’d specifically love the cozy for fall collection.

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  58. shonda says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:28 pm

    Love the back to school giveaway!

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  59. Lindsey W says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:38 pm

    Back to school! although….either would be really great. :-)

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  60. Katelyn A says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:55 pm

    Love them both, but the fall one is getting me so excited!!

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  61. Claire says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:02 pm

    Awesome giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  62. RK says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:10 pm

    I love the bags and all the crocheted/knit items!!!

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  63. Meg says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:19 pm

    I love the back to school giveaway. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  64. Lori says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:35 pm

    Love all the items! Too cute!

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  65. jennifer says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:36 pm

    I’d love the cozy fall collection!

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  66. Jasmine Henderson says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:49 pm

    I love the cozy fall essentials!

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  67. Sarah J. says

    August 25, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    Love them both!! Such amazing prizes- thanks for the chance to win!

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  68. Lu says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:03 pm

    How great is the cozy fall giveaway??! Pick me!!

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  69. Sarah says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:10 pm

    The back to school bundle!

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  70. sarah r says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:17 pm

    i am crushing on the back to school bundle

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  71. RJ says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:21 pm

    Tough choice but leaning toward the back to school giveaway :)

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  72. Aleisha says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:38 pm

    Ah, I love i all! I’m leaning more towards the second bundle of back to school stuff, though I love the first bundle too!

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  73. Leah Haden says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:58 pm

    So many cute things in these giveaways!! Love them all! I love and support independent boutiques and businesses :)

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  74. Leah Haden says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:04 pm

    I’d love to win the fall essentials giveaway!

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  75. Lori Morton says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:20 pm

    Oooooooh my goodness!!! Would loooove to win the Fall Essentials Bundle!!! Is Perfect for Fall!!!

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  76. Cassie F says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:23 pm

    Wow both of these are great! I am so excited for fall!

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  77. Leah Haden says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:30 pm

    Actually I would really love the back to school giveaway. My little man would love that lunchbox!

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  78. candace says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:31 pm

    Definitely the Cozy Fall Essentials! Carmel in a jar & Moccs?!

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  79. Ashley says

    August 25, 2014 at 8:59 pm

    I love the Cozy Fall Essentials giveaway! Both are awesome, but those clothing and accessory pieces are killer.

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  80. Vicki H says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:02 pm

    I would love to win the Back to School bundle. Thanks for the chance.

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  81. Andrea @ Spiritual jewelry says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:05 pm

    Maggie, I can’t decide which package to choose, they’re all great giveaways!

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  82. Anna H. says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:26 pm

    I love the back to school bundle!

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  83. Jennay says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:47 pm

    What an AMAZING giveaway! I love both bundles but I’m smitten with the Cozy Fall Essentials bundle! Fall is my favorite season! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win! Keeping my fingers crossed.

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  84. Jena says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    Love the Cozy Fall bundle :)

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  85. Alexis says

    August 26, 2014 at 3:51 am

    Either bundle would be great! Both allow me to get a “me moment” or two as well as gift someone else. I guess if I had to pick, it would be the cozy fall essentials as I could use a fun shirt for after pregnancy #2 and moccasins for baby #2 due in January as well. :)

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  86. Dana says

    August 26, 2014 at 5:24 am

    What great bundles. Checking out some of these companies now.

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  87. Danae says

    August 26, 2014 at 5:41 am

    Love the cozy fall bundle!

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  88. Meg says

    August 26, 2014 at 6:15 am

    The second one because of the Jo Totes bag!

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  89. Jennifer D. says

    August 26, 2014 at 6:21 am

    I love the snuggly fall essentials bundle!

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  90. Allison Wilhelm says

    August 26, 2014 at 6:30 am

    I’m hoping to win the Cozy Fall Essentials! Hooray for fall!

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  91. Kellie J says

    August 26, 2014 at 6:33 am

    Love both! But esp the fall essentials :)

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  92. Kate @WildTalesof... says

    August 26, 2014 at 6:39 am

    What a great giveaway, Maggie! I love them both, but the booties in the first (cozy fall essentials) are calling my name for baby #2!

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  93. Nadir L. says

    August 26, 2014 at 6:59 am

    This makes me incredibly happy! Fall is my favorite season! :-)

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  94. Hannah M says

    August 26, 2014 at 7:14 am

    I’d pick the fall bundle…can’t get over freshly picked mocs!

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  95. Beth says

    August 26, 2014 at 7:21 am

    Um can I win both?? LOL they’re both awesome, the cozy fall bundle – I love the sweatshirt and cute mocs! But the back to school one I love the two tote bags and the fox stuff! Hard choices, lol!

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  96. Mandi says

    August 26, 2014 at 7:26 am

    I’d honestly be happy with winning either one, they both look awesome! I’d be even happier to win both! ;) lol

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  97. Erin Kirk says

    August 26, 2014 at 7:40 am

    This Mom of a 1 year old and 4 year old is going back to school, herself! I’d love these goodies to share with other Mommies doing the same!!

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  98. Amy Konczyk says

    August 26, 2014 at 7:41 am

    I love the Hand Knit Poppy Cowl from Saffron and Nutmeg!

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  99. Cortney says

    August 26, 2014 at 7:42 am

    Amazing giveaway! I love these shops!

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  100. Malissa says

    August 26, 2014 at 8:15 am

    I’m getting so excited for fall! Summer in Utah has been nice and mild… let’s get our fall on!

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  101. Jordan says

    August 26, 2014 at 9:19 am

    Would love the first bundle for this upcoming fall and our sweet baby boy on the way come December :)

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  102. Amanda Snow says

    August 26, 2014 at 9:23 am

    I would LOVE the Cozy Essentials bundle! What a great way to kick off fall!

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  103. Cristy says

    August 26, 2014 at 9:32 am

    So many awesome things! I don’t know where to begin…. thank you to all of the sponsors… that brown bag is really fantastic….

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  104. Emily says

    August 26, 2014 at 10:09 am

    Gosh, I love both bundles. Maybe the second one?

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  105. Cheryl V says

    August 26, 2014 at 10:32 am

    I would love to win the cozy fall essential giveaway.

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  106. Amber says

    August 26, 2014 at 11:03 am

    Love them both!

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  107. Tara says

    August 26, 2014 at 11:05 am

    What an awesome lot! I love the beautiful leather bag. Thanks for the chance!

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  108. Jill Gidlund says

    August 26, 2014 at 1:31 pm

    I would love to win the back to school bundle!

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  109. Casey H says

    August 26, 2014 at 1:50 pm

    I’d love to win either, but I really like the Cozy Fall Essentials if I was lucky enough to be able to choose!

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  110. Jesica says

    August 26, 2014 at 2:01 pm

    Oh, the Cozy Essentials has my name written all over it!

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  111. Kristy says

    August 26, 2014 at 2:47 pm

    Would love to win the camera bag bundle!!

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  112. jo giltner says

    August 26, 2014 at 3:10 pm

    Yay! love all of this stuff!

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  113. monica says

    August 26, 2014 at 3:19 pm

    I would love to win the back to school giveaway.

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  114. stacey says

    August 26, 2014 at 5:35 pm

    The back to school one!

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  115. Sarah says

    August 26, 2014 at 6:02 pm

    I would pick number one. Thanks!

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  116. Jeanine says

    August 26, 2014 at 7:58 pm

    I’d love to win the back to school bundle

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  117. Suzy says

    August 26, 2014 at 8:20 pm

    Love your blog, just found it and LOVE IT!

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  118. Heather Burris says

    August 27, 2014 at 5:48 am

    I want to win the Cozy Fall Essentials bundle :) Thanks for the opportunity!

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  119. Elise @ Sunday Charm says

    August 27, 2014 at 6:21 am

    I would be thrilled to win either! They are so great!

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  120. Charlotte Brewer says

    August 27, 2014 at 6:29 am

    I think I would like the back to school giveaway :) Love that camera bag!

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  121. Kristen says

    August 27, 2014 at 9:46 am

    I would love the cozy fall essentials bundle – so awesome! Many thanks to all the sponsors :)

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  122. Teresa W says

    August 27, 2014 at 10:08 am

    Both bundles are amazing! It’s hard to choose, but I think I’m leaning a tad towards the Back to School bundle. Awesome! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  123. Dawna says

    August 27, 2014 at 10:25 am

    I can think of SO many Christmas gifts I could take care of with a win here.

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  124. Kristen says

    August 27, 2014 at 10:49 am

    I would LOVE any and ALL of these lovely gifts! Makes fall even more special! Thanks!

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  125. Lauren H says

    August 27, 2014 at 1:04 pm

    COZY FALL ESSENTIALS BUNDLE

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  126. Stephanie says

    August 27, 2014 at 3:45 pm

    I would love the cozy fall essentials bundle!

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  127. Pam says

    August 27, 2014 at 6:46 pm

    Awesome, giveaway. Can’t wait until Fall.

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  128. Chelsea Dickson says

    August 27, 2014 at 8:36 pm

    I would LOVE that camera bag in the Back to School giveaway! :)

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  129. Laura says

    August 27, 2014 at 8:38 pm

    The second one is awesome! That brown bag is fantastic!

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  130. Beth says

    August 27, 2014 at 8:48 pm

    It’s so hard to choose! But maybe the Cozy Fall?? :)

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  131. Lynn Desroche says

    August 27, 2014 at 10:25 pm

    I love the Back-To-School giveaway! Thank you for the chance to win!!

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  132. Stefanie folta says

    August 28, 2014 at 12:37 am

    I love this blog! Super cute! Very much in love with the fall essentials set:)

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  133. RuthC says

    August 28, 2014 at 4:02 am

    Wow! Both of these bundles are awesome! I think that I would have to lean towards the back to school bundle. The bags put it over the top for me.

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  134. Angela says

    August 28, 2014 at 5:24 am

    What an awesome give away – so many great things in both bundles!

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  135. Danielle says

    August 28, 2014 at 5:28 am

    These are both great!! If I have to choose-then the back to school it’d be!

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  136. Lisa says

    August 28, 2014 at 7:11 am

    So hard to choose! I want both but I I have to pick…back to school!

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  137. Cindy R says

    August 28, 2014 at 7:30 am

    I love the first bundle! :) So many cute and cozy things with fall coming up!

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  138. Katy Lunsford says

    August 28, 2014 at 9:38 am

    I would like the August bundle.

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  139. Kayla Fry says

    August 28, 2014 at 11:04 am

    I love your blog and giveaways. You rock!

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  140. Lisa says

    August 28, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    I am so glad I found this site and that it was recommended by my SIL. I would love to win the back to school giveaway!

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  141. Ariella says

    August 28, 2014 at 1:30 pm

    This giveaway looks bad for the budget of those of us who don’t win. Such great stuff.

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  142. Abby says

    August 28, 2014 at 1:45 pm

    I don’t even know how to choose! They’re both so great.

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  143. Kelly says

    August 28, 2014 at 4:27 pm

    I have to choose?! But I love them both ….. but that scarf is calling my name, so I guess the fall bundle :)

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  144. jessiann says

    August 28, 2014 at 6:54 pm

    back-to-school!!!

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  145. Chantelle Walker says

    August 28, 2014 at 7:05 pm

    BACK-TO-SCHOOL BUNDLE – I’ve been dying to get a JoTote bag :)

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  146. charlie says

    August 28, 2014 at 8:36 pm

    This is amazing! I hope I win!!!!

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  147. Lindsay T says

    August 28, 2014 at 8:37 pm

    I like the back to school bundle!

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  148. Michelle says

    August 28, 2014 at 8:41 pm

    I would love to win the cozy fall essential!

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  149. Kayleen W says

    August 28, 2014 at 8:49 pm

    Both of them are amazing!! I can’t pick!

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  150. Stephanie Holden says

    August 28, 2014 at 8:52 pm

    Both are amazing but I think the back to school!

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  151. Brandi McMillan says

    August 28, 2014 at 9:04 pm

    Cozy fall but I love both!!! 💗💗💗

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  152. Lindsey Veach says

    August 28, 2014 at 9:07 pm

    Cozy fall essentials

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  153. Danielle Smith says

    August 28, 2014 at 9:34 pm

    #1, #3, #13!!!! So cute!! I hope I win!

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  154. Sarah says

    August 28, 2014 at 9:57 pm

    What a great giveaway!! Totally hoping to score the new Be Still Sweatshirt!!!

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  155. Jera says

    August 28, 2014 at 9:59 pm

    That leather bag…ahhhh

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  156. MommaSteph says

    August 28, 2014 at 11:52 pm

    Loving both Bundles!!! Something for momma and Lil One!

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  157. Tricia says

    August 29, 2014 at 12:08 am

    Love your blog & the fall essentials bundle!

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  158. Christy Peeples DuBois says

    August 29, 2014 at 12:33 am

    It would be such a difficult desicion to decide which bundle I would want. They are both wonderful. I would pick the Back To School Bundle I think. Thanks so much for the opportunity.

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  159. Lee says

    August 29, 2014 at 4:04 am

    I am a Fall Girl! So the Cozy Fall bundle is what I would choose! thank you!

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  160. Betsy green says

    August 29, 2014 at 5:03 am

    I would love either! Love the be still sweatshirt and the leather tote is awesome too!

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  161. Lyndi Bailey says

    August 29, 2014 at 5:20 am

    I would love to win!! :)

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  162. Kimberly says

    August 29, 2014 at 6:08 am

    Autumn is my favorite!! I would love to win the cozy fall bundle :)

    Reply
  163. Ann says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:02 am

    The back to school bundle!

    Reply
  164. Amy @ So There by Amy says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:41 am

    Omigosh, all the Cozy Fall Essentials look amazing! That banner. And the mustard moccs of course! <3

    Reply
  165. Dita @ Buzz of the Bees says

    August 29, 2014 at 10:42 am

    I’m hoping to win the Back to School bundle!

    Reply
  166. Angie says

    August 29, 2014 at 11:13 am

    I absolutely love the cozy fall essentials!!

    Reply
  167. Lily says

    August 29, 2014 at 4:23 pm

    I’m hoping to win bundle 1!

    Reply
  168. Da-Hedgehogi says

    August 29, 2014 at 8:29 pm

    I love the Fall bundle! Very nice gifts the shops are giving away!

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  169. Robyn Alexander says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:41 pm

    SO hard to pick-both bundles are awesome! :) I guess I would have to say the 2nd one (back to school)

    Reply
  170. Melanie F says

    August 30, 2014 at 8:54 am

    Holy… Amazing…. this giveaway is SO darn A-mazing!! I would go nuts to win either giveaway, but especially the “Back To School” one makes my heart swoon. Thanks for the sweet chance!!

    Reply
  171. Elizabeth Smillie says

    August 30, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    they’re both so amazing! But maybe the back to school version?

    Reply
  172. Jen C says

    August 31, 2014 at 2:01 pm

    I love both of these bundles, but I really need a bag for my camera, so I’ll vote for the back to school bundle.

    Reply
  173. meredith says

    August 31, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    the 1st bundle looks awesome

    Reply
  174. Katie | FashionFrugality.com says

    August 31, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    Sign me up for those cozy fall essentials!

    Reply
  175. Elizabeth Jortberg says

    August 31, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    I absolutely adore the 2nd bundle… I just went back to school and would love to have that laptop case! Xo

    Reply
  176. Megan says

    September 1, 2014 at 5:00 am

    They are both so awesome it is hard to choose! I’d be so happy with either.

    Reply
  177. David K says

    September 1, 2014 at 8:11 am

    I would like to win a $ 50 gift card to Be Still Clothing Company, because I would like to surprise my girlfriend by buying new clothes.

    Reply
  178. Liz says

    September 1, 2014 at 12:19 pm

    I love them all, but I would really love the camera bag!!!

    Reply
  179. Sadie B. says

    September 1, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    I would like to win the back to school bundle. Love the tote!

    Reply
  180. Rachel says

    September 1, 2014 at 1:15 pm

    The back to school bundle is awesome!

    Reply
  181. Brooke says

    September 1, 2014 at 1:33 pm

    I LOVE this! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

    Reply
  182. Erin says

    September 1, 2014 at 3:23 pm

    I’m torn! I wish I could win them both. :) I think I would choose the Back to School bundle because I’ve been eyeing a Jo Totes camera bag for a while now. Thanks for the give away!

    Reply
  183. Stephanie says

    September 1, 2014 at 8:10 pm

    Thanks for doing this! Both the Cozy Fall Essentials & Back-to-School giveaways are awesome, but if I have to choose, the Cozy Fall Essentials would be delightful as I will be going into the Fall as a newly married woman!

    Reply
  184. Marci says

    September 1, 2014 at 8:13 pm

    I love giveaways!! Here’s hoping I win!

    Reply
  185. Maddie says

    September 1, 2014 at 8:17 pm

    I absolutely love the fall giveaway! Both are so adorable and I wish I could have it all haha!

    Reply
  186. Carolyn says

    September 1, 2014 at 9:29 pm

    I hope to win the back to school bundle! :)

    Reply
  187. Melanie says

    September 1, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    Oh my goodness, I have to choose?!

    I think I would lean more toward the back to School bundle (but I LOVE the baby mocs in the first!)

    Reply
  188. Amanda says

    September 2, 2014 at 4:03 am

    I would love to win the Cozy Fall Essentials Giveaway!!!!

    Reply
  189. Josie says

    September 2, 2014 at 4:22 am

    How does someone pick?! Back to school bundle.

    Reply
  190. Jessica Basham says

    September 2, 2014 at 5:48 am

    I can’t decide! I love them both.

    Reply
  191. Emily B. says

    September 2, 2014 at 6:40 am

    I would love to win the Back to School bundle!

    Reply
  192. Sarah says

    September 2, 2014 at 7:07 am

    Those moccasins are too cute!!! :)

    Reply
  193. Silvia Philbrick says

    September 2, 2014 at 7:18 am

    Wpuld love love the back to school.bundle :)

    Reply
  194. Ashley D says

    September 2, 2014 at 9:25 am

    I would choose the Cozy Fall Essentials!

    Reply
  195. rust says

    September 2, 2014 at 6:05 pm

    I would choose the Back to School bundle.

    Reply
  196. Sarah Bee says

    September 2, 2014 at 9:00 pm

    I would love to win the back to school bundle!

    Reply
  197. Elizabeth Ann says

    September 2, 2014 at 9:41 pm

    Nice giveaway!

    Reply
  198. Jessy Voyles says

    September 2, 2014 at 9:43 pm

    That’s a hard question! I think I would choose the Back to School Bundle. But both are so amazing!

    Reply
  199. Emily Nichols says

    September 2, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    Whoa. So fun! Would love the win the first bundle!

    Reply
  200. Kristina says

    September 2, 2014 at 9:50 pm

    I would love either but the fall essentials looks extra fabulous!

    Reply
  201. kassia Finn says

    September 2, 2014 at 9:56 pm

    They are both so great!! But the bag (number 13) is just what I’ve been wanting!

    Reply
  202. Brittney Patton says

    September 2, 2014 at 9:58 pm

    The Back to School Bundle is absolutely dreamy!

    Reply
  203. Kelly Matthies says

    September 2, 2014 at 10:00 pm

    I love both of these bundles, but especially the fall one…yummy caramel sauce and cozy sweatshirt are fall must haves!!!

    Reply
  204. Marcy says

    September 2, 2014 at 10:02 pm

    Cozy Fall Essentials bundle please. :)

    Reply
  205. Lydia Geisendorfer says

    September 2, 2014 at 10:04 pm

    I am loving the back to school bundle… I just can’t get over the adorable Baby Moccs!!

    Reply
  206. Alyssa says

    September 2, 2014 at 10:07 pm

    Such a great giveaway! A great way to welcome fall!

    Reply
  207. Mackenzie says

    September 2, 2014 at 10:12 pm

    What a fun giveaway! I’d love to win the back to school bundle.

    Reply
  208. Alisha McKay says

    September 2, 2014 at 10:21 pm

    The Cozy Fall giveaway!

    Reply
  209. Janelle says

    September 2, 2014 at 10:36 pm

    I’d be thrilled to win anything!

    Reply
  210. Priscilla says

    September 2, 2014 at 10:53 pm

    I like the back to school bundle!

    Reply
  211. Janis Hueftle says

    September 2, 2014 at 11:00 pm

    Anything would be a sheer surprise and wonderful!

    Reply
  212. jade says

    September 2, 2014 at 11:04 pm

    I have wanted to try products from lots of these companies for awhile now!

    Reply
  213. Tricia Lenz says

    September 2, 2014 at 11:16 pm

    The back to school giveaway looks awesome!

    Reply

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Another batch of “fun mail” is headed out tomo Another batch of “fun mail” is headed out tomorrow :) small celebrations like this are very life giving! PS. thinking of starting a zoom book club — I need more sisterhood in my life. 👏🏻📖
The house is quiet. The heat is on. The pages are The house is quiet. The heat is on. The pages are turning. The tea is calm. 🖤☕️🧺📖
Breakfast with Buzz! If only you could see his ful Breakfast with Buzz! If only you could see his full costume and laser blaster and of course the Buzz action figure he flys around 🌟💚💙💨someone has discovered a superhero crush! #joyinmotherhood #slowmornings #surprisedbymotherhood // Landon @ 2.5yo
Today on my blog I have a list of books I hope to Today on my blog I have a list of books I hope to read this year. Plus my reading goal for the year. And a few practicals ways I fit in reading as a mama of four young children & homeschooling them. Basically, all the good stuff ☺️💓📖 #maggiewhitleydotcom #readersofinstagram #read #readmorebooks
It was the perfect opportunity to rearrange the fu It was the perfect opportunity to rearrange the furniture as we took the tree down Tuesday midday. Def one of my fav things to do.🎄👋🏻 We made it through our first week back to school since mid-December! It was rough to begin but ended with high fives. ⭐️✏️This morning I zoomed with a mama friend and I’m impressed with the many topics we covered. Sisterhood is sooooo necessary! ☕️👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏼

Just a few cheery memories from my week! How about you?
Book reading! One of my best “Maggie” activiti Book reading! One of my best “Maggie” activities. I finished my last book moments before 2020 ended, which brought my started list to a close. Small joys add up to big joys ;)

What are you reading this year? Currently?

How many books are you planning to read? What’s your goal?

I’ll share what’s on my list for 2021 soon as I received some nice titles at Christmas. 📖✨🤍
We’re driving home in the dark of the winter nig We’re driving home in the dark of the winter night after a beautiful, hard & intentional couple of days working on a project ✨I’m committed to work on this this year; 2021 is already great. 🤩🤐😘
Ohhhhh, this year. Ohhhh, specifically these last Ohhhhh, this year. Ohhhh, specifically these last 3 months. I’ve had more anxiety than ever, and it’s seriously putting me on my knees in prayer —almost daily. My mind and chest aren’t unfamiliar of the attacks, but the grip it’s had on me since September has been so strong. The attacks are painful. But... Worship music has been one of my main healers. 🎶I know God is close to the broken-hearted (Psalm 34:18), and singing this truth really soothes me. Social media has been a big trigger for anxiety for me. I don’t want to “miss out on my life”, which is why I’ve hugely stepped back in posting and scrolling. 

One song in particular comes to mind:

“We step into Freedom. 
We step into all you have for us.” -Bethel Music & Jenn Johnson

There IS freedom from the anxiety attacks. For me: music, scripture, eating healthy, vitamins, rest, crying, prayer, honesty — these things help tremendously. Also getting up and MOVING when my anxiety sits on me like a boulder, that helps too. 🖤

Another soothing truth is from the end of Psalm 34:19 — “many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the lord delivers him of them all.”

Seriously. Thank you lord. Thank you for music and for rest and for the words in your book. I need them. I need You. I need Your freedom. I trust you’ll deliver me.
Nearing the end of my “20 letters in 20 weeks” Nearing the end of my “20 letters in 20 weeks” challenge. Many stayed in Michigan, but mail was also sent to Colorado, Texas, California, Indiana, and Arizona. I loved this personal exercise! I have just one question: who will be my pen-pal for 2021? ✏️💌
We piled in the car this morning for a nature walk We piled in the car this morning for a nature walk. When I finally walked out and sat down, they shouted, “THE QUEEN! EVERYBODY CHEER FOR THE QUEEN!” (yes, they really call me that...☺️💓☺️)

I brought our basket of mittens and gloves and hats. The older two brought RC cars. Bauer the dog came along; we had a wonderful time on our walk.

The afternoon was harder, but overall the day was sandwiched between two really sweet time slots.

Bedtime tonight was wonderful. We read two chapters from our read aloud and Max lost another baby tooth.

This job I have, it really wears me down AND fills me up. It’s a constant take away AND fill up. Even when the moments feel so fitful, I know the story is rich. 

🕯🌙 Hello, sweet slumber. You’re carrying my babies away to a peaceful land. Goodnight, my children. Goodnight.

#motherhood #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodissanctifying #naturewalk #michigan
There’s a woman on Instagram I check on every co There’s a woman on Instagram I check on every couple of weeks because she is so sparkly & cheerful. She shares little pep talks, she wears fuchsia lipstick. She says, “like so, like that” when she’s explaining something. She’s a hoot. I love the joy that bursts from her eyes when she talks. In her own unique ways, her perspectives pull back the fog I often find myself in. I’m a weary mama, and her energy and gentleness feels nurturing, though I haven’t met her... I would love to meet her. 👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏼I’m inspired by the snippets of life she shares online. Thank you, Tabitha for sharing your light. 🕯💓💄🌿@iamtabithabrown
What has kept you and your home busy as of late? F What has kept you and your home busy as of late? For us, it’s this…

The sound of Julia Robert’s calming voice is playing in the background of our playroom. Yesterday we finished another read aloud, Charlotte’s Web, so today my children are watching the movie. Knowing in-detail the lessons they are learning, along with reading books together, definitely adds to the joy of motherhood; the joy of teaching my children and being with them for so many hours each day. We experience so much together. Even when things feel chaotic at home, when I can’t call something by the correct name they still long to be near me and work alongside me. Tired has been a dear companion to me for the last seven years, but my children are gentle with their responses.

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It’s the season of perpetual hope. 🎄✨📖Of It’s the season of perpetual hope. 🎄✨📖Of books that shape our minds, of anticipation, of creative projects that mar our kiddos clothing (but morph our memories into beauty). Oh right! There are cookies cooling on the counter — gotta go! ✌🏻
Keeping my hands busy (making wooden bead garland Keeping my hands busy (making wooden bead garland for our tree; link posted to Stories) and my mind inspired (watching HGTV). I really enjoy the quiet of the evening after a full, rich day. God is so kind to give this to me today. What have you received today? 🎄💫📿
This guy is my steady; my Zack. This is a latergra This guy is my steady; my Zack. This is a latergram from October, from one of our many fall adventures with the kids. We had so many fun day trips, I don’t even remember where this was taken 👏🏻⭐️. I’m gonna guess Cranbrook Gardens.
This morning I sat on the front porch and read my This morning I sat on the front porch and read my book & drank coffee. The birds were with me, nearly a hundred of them. Fluttering from rooftop to treetop to hiding inside the bushes. So beautiful and calm. Mother culture... the path to joy in motherhood & homemaking.
Well kiddos, we had a great summer together! 🥳👏🏻🛴⛱🍦🤸🏼‍♀️🎨🎹🏊🏻‍♂️🧺🎠📚📺🍿🌿🌷☀️🚲

Thanks for coming along with me to the pool, nature trails, the park, hosting friends in our backyard, reading adventures, popcorn & movie night, art, planting flowers, planting a garden, bike rides, neighborhood walks, lake swimming, and supplying the ice cream truck w/ roughly $84 this summer. 

I loved our time together! 🥰🧒🏼👩🏻👧🏼🧒🏻

And the great news is this: we have autumn to enjoy together, too! 👏🏻🌾🍃🍂 so thankful.
Even if you don’t have students learning at home Even if you don’t have students learning at home, these ten “field trip” ideas will give your day a boost. 

When your mind feels foggy, step outside. When your home feels too small or too big, step outside. When the bickering is loud or your internal criticism is high, step outside. 

Give yourself (and your family) the joy of an adventure away from the home. 

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It’s come to my realization there’s plenty of It’s come to my realization there’s plenty of time these days to craft a letter when I wash dishes, take my kids on a walk, or take care of our garden. All that silence, it makes my internal monologue even louder 🤣. 

Many times we are out & about in the neighborhood and I think, “oh the flowers surrounding your porch are lovely!” Or, “wow” (to the elderly man) “you have such a great smile, thanks for sharing it with us!” Wouldn’t it be great to jot that down in a card and send it through the mail as well?

We are always in need of community & kind words! 🌷💬

I remember many years ago, when nearly pregnant with another baby and our personal finances were THE PITS, my best friend came over with $500 cash. Just to bless us. She also included a personal note. Of course, I’ve always known how special personal notes are, but this card really meant so much.

And so I’ve decided as the year-end nears: wouldn’t it be nice to send a letter a week for the final 20 weeks we have left in 2020. Me thinks so 🙂. 

Community & kind words: I’m coming for you!

PS. wanna join me in sending 20 cards by Dec. 31?
🖤working on our school room, mid-process update 🖤working on our school room, mid-process update! this wall is inspired by @mygrandparentschair 👏🏻 

I saw her feature in a recent issue of “Better Homes & Gardens” and I was all 🤩🤩over her foyer. I’m using 1/2” black masking tape (mistake-making friendly) instead of paint, also renter friendly. 

Working on this project has been so good for my mental health. Doing > worrying.
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