Wednesday, May 25, 2011

You Guys are the Best + Giveaway!





Have I mentioned how much I love all you guys?!  'Cause I SERIOUSLY do! 

Thanks so much for all the kind comments yesterday. It really lowered my stress and guilt levels (even though I lost a follower yesterday, he he). This blogging thing is built on give and take relationships, and I don't want to be a taker more than a giver. Ya know?

Anyway, as a way of saying thanks and showing my appreciation to all of you, I am going to select one random commenter from today's post to win any book of your choice. International bloggy friends are included too!

I will announce the winner on Friday.
Thank you for your support and your comments and your FRIENDSHIP. You guys are the BEST!!
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43 comments:

  1. Ishta MercurioMay 25, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    You're amazing, Shannon. Your generosity amazes me. Thanks for making the blogging world a better place!

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  2. BidishaMay 25, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    A monster big thank you to YOU, Shannon! You're effing awesome :)

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  3. DianeMay 25, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    No book required here, just your sweet, smiling face is enough. :O)

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  4. John SankovichMay 25, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Love the pic and you're awesome as well. I've learned a lot from you over the past months. Keep up the good work.

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  5. Kaitlyn Devin and GraceMay 25, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    I get so sad when I lose a follower! Well, I just discovered your awesome blog today, and I'm following you now, so you've got a new one to replace the old :)

    -Kate the Book Buff
    The Book Buff: Book Reviews for Regular People

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  6. Pauline BarclayMay 25, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Love your thank you monster... keep smiling!

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  7. Kelly PolarkMay 25, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I'm sorry I missed your post yesterday! Will check it out.
    Have a fabulous day, Shannon!

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  8. Tere KirklandMay 25, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Cute monster.

    Totally unnecessary, but monster big thanks!! I've been thinking of reading Divergent... ;)

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  9. AngieMay 25, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Cute picture. This is such a great community, isn't it? I missed yesterday's post (sorry), but I'm glad you got the support you needed.

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  10. Jessica BellMay 25, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Aw, aren't you a sweetheart! :o) Sure I'm up for winning something any day ;o)

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  11. HeatherMay 25, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Aw, you're so sweet! I feel like we should be giving you gifts!!!

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  12. TeresaMay 25, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Please count me in!

    teresasreadingcorner at gmail dot com

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  13. Tales of WhimsyMay 25, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    You sweet miss! *hugs* Glad we helped.

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  14. CandylandMay 25, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    *hug*
    <3

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  15. Kayeleen HamblinMay 25, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    See how awesome you are? You have guilt and we love you. You make up for guilt with a giveaway and we love you. Really, we just love you.

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  16. Elana JohnsonMay 25, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Aw, I <3 you!

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  17. Christie Wright WildMay 25, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Well, thanks for the giveaway. You're awesome!!! (but not b/c of the giveaway) Hope you have a better day today!

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  18. TerryLynnJohnsonMay 25, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    HOw could you lose a follower??
    Even though I'm just chiming in for support - I still think you are awesome. And this is a great contest.

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  19. Mel ChesleyMay 25, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    You know, there are times when life is a bit more important than blogging. Yes. I said that. :D
    If you lost a follower, their loss as I am sure you will gain many! Have a great rest of the week!

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  20. Megan K. BickelMay 25, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    You are too much, Shannon! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  21. buddytMay 25, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    That is rally vey sweet of you.

    I am sure that your one lost Follower will be multiplied many times over very shortly and you will reach the 1000 marl.

    Carol T

    buddytho {at} gmail DOT com

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  22. Old KittyMay 25, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Awww you are such a star!!! Thank you so much for the monster big thank you!! He's a cutie!! :-)

    Awwww and HUGE THANK YOU for this wonderful giveaway!!!

    Take care
    x

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  23. Jennifer ShirkMay 25, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Now I feel guilty that I missed your post the other day...
    But monster hugs to you too!

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  24. Mary AalgaardMay 25, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Bloggers been acting up about the comments. Irritating. So, no worries on visiting or commenting. I feel that we've established a friendship. Enjoy your summer break!

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  25. Natalie AguirreMay 25, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    That's awesome that you're doing a contest. We'd still love you if you didn't.

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  26. LlehnMay 25, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    YOU are the best :D

    lesly7ch(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  27. Kathi Oram PetersonMay 25, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    Glad you're feeling better today. :)

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  28. MyneMay 25, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    You're too lovely Shannon!

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  29. Bookish in a BoxMay 25, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Aww, thanks for the surprise giveaway! (And just for the record, I've been a terrible commenter/reader/get-around-to-other-people's-blogs-er lately too. Eep.)

    whatinabox at gmail dot com

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  30. Jemi FraserMay 25, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Love your monster pic! :) You are one of the sweetest people I 'know' Shannon!

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  31. Janet JohnsonMay 25, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    What a nice thing to do! And wow, I coudln't imagine you as taking more than you give. :)

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  32. MeredithMay 25, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Aw, that's so sweet of you! And that monster is adorable. :)

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  33. Nicole ZoltackMay 25, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    The blogging community is awesome. I love you all! And that monster is just too cute! :)

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  34. Roxane B. SalonenMay 25, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Shannon, I was so relieved to know you sometimes have to fall away from the blogging community, too. I honestly don't know how you keep up as well as you do. This year has brought change for me that has demanded my reading habits change. I've really missed being a more frequent visitor here, just because you're so awesome. Just know that I am still around and thinking of you and am glad you're still on my blog list. I still have hopes of an IRL meeting someday. Peace to you, sunny friend!

    Roxane

    P.S. The baseball records you mentioned yesterday remind me of my soccer kiddos. One undefeated, one just starting out and nothing counts, and one, no wins I don't think. :)

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  35. MaidenveilMay 25, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Thanks, Shannon! You are amazing too! :) *hugs*

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  36. Hilary Melton-ButcherMay 26, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    Hi Shannon .. a busy and very interesting life by the sound of it .. time out is allowed, as long as it's not a blood one - do you have those? Anyway enough of mens' games!

    Just love your blog layout etc and all the award buttons .. it's just bright and cheerful .. love the grinning monster!

    Look after everyone - you included .. cheers Hilary

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  37. Margo KellyMay 26, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    I don't need to win - - I just wanted to let you know I've given you an award!
    You can pick it up at: http://www.margokelly.blogspot.com

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  38. Badass BookieMay 26, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    *hugs*

    I really think the blogging community is quite a friendly bunch! Sure we have our moments but we generally get along you're right about the give and take factor, we're willing to give because we all share the passion for reading!

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  39. BethMay 26, 2011 at 3:54 AM

    Sorry about the lost blogger, but hopefully you'll make it up immediately! And don't worry - it happens to all of us!

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  40. Carolyn VMay 26, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    OH no. You lost a follower? I'm sorry. But you really rock! And the others are right, it happens to everyone.

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  41. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Oh, Shannon, you are too sweet! That monster picture is just soooo cute. Glad you are feeling better after getting some blog love. You rock, lady! Have a GREAT Thursday!!

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  42. GrillyfishMay 26, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    You are lovely and whilst I am only an occasional commenter I am a frequent visitor! :)

    xx

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  43. ~The Book PixieMay 26, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Ugh I hate when followers leave me. Look at it this way, you're just too much awesome for them to handle. :P

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    ~Briana
    thebookpixie[at]yahoo[dot]com

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