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This is just a quick post to let you know where to head for day 2 of the giveaways...we're going over seas for one of them today and I want to give you plenty of time to put your name in the hat. Go to Tuesday's Hope and see what she's offering, but hurry because she's on a different time zone than us Americans! We are also visiting Looking for Blue Sky today, so go see her too!

Check back at about 6:00 am PST for the full post, a winner, and a little printable freebie (kind of!)

25 days of giveaways…DAY 1!!!!!

I can't believe it it this time of year again! I can't believe this is the THIRD year of these giveaways! That is very exciting for me! It all started with a tiny idea in this mama's head; just a little something to help get a few of us through the first Christmas without our babies. It turned out to be so much bigger than I had imagined, and for that I am thankful. I am thankful for each and every one of you. Without the hosts and participants, none of this would happen, so, thank you, thank you, thank you! To me, these giveaways are a bit of joy that we can spread to one another as we honor and remember our beautiful babies, because without them, none of this would be. I am grateful for my girls, Sophia and Ellie, for many reasons, but one of them is for all the lovely people whom I have met here. Without all of you, I don't know where I would be.

Okay, enough with the sappy stuff...on to the giveaway!!!! If you read my last post, you saw a little hint about where today's giveaway would be...and it is RIGHT HERE!!

If you are new to my blog and story, you may not know that after I lost my girls I was inspired to create.  I began making hand stamped jewelry and haven’t stopped since!  It brings me peace and joy and I absolutely love it!  For today’s giveaway, I am offering a very special item from my etsy shop. 

I really adore this necklace.  I first made it for a very special boy’s mama.  If you are interested in reading more about this family, click here.  Make sure you have some tissue nearby though!  So, to enter this giveaway, leave a comment here and tell me if you plan on doing something to keep your baby extra close to your heart as you celebrate this Christmas Season.  I know they live in your hearts everyday, but I like to hear all the ways we include our little ones during special times like this.  Good luck and don’t forget to check back here tomorrow to see who the winner is and where the next giveaway is being held! xo

P.S.  If you are on face*book and want to like my page, you can see new designs and get coupon codes and sale info too!  You know, just in case you wanna!

25 days of giveaways

Tomorrow's the big day! The first giveaway!!!! Not sure I'm ready to post everyday for 25 days, but I can do it!!! Have you grabbed the button yet?? Check back here tomorrow and see where who the first host is (hint, you won't have to travel far!! :) See you all tomorrow!

P.S. If you messaged me about hosting a day, and you have not heard from me, please contact me asap so I can send you the info! Or if you didn't respond to my message, please do so, so I know you are on for your day! Thanks!!!

the button is up!!!

The button is up and the code is ready for you to copy and paste onto your blog to help spread the word about the 25 Days of Giveaways! Only 4 more days till the first one!!!!! Eeeek!!! Just want to say a HUGE thank you to two lovely ladies, Angie and Fran , who helped me TREMENDOUSLY with the button! Thanks girls! xo

25 days of giveaways

Last Sunday, I sent an e-mail to all those who said they would like to host a day. I haven't heard from many of you, so check your junk mail and if you don't see it e-mail me at hutchtina@bak.rr.com. I just want to make sure everyone gets the info and know when their day is!

On another note, today is the 25th. That means 2 years and 7 months without my girls. I'm so thankful to have them in my life, even though it is not in the capacity I wish they were in it. It's amazing to me how my grief has changed. I remember in the early days reading posts by other mothers who were further out from their loss. I would think that time would never help to heal my brokeness. However, it has. My girls are in my thoughts constantly. I see their memory box and sketch many times throughout the day. Today I put up their little Christmas tree. They are a part of my everyday life, but I still wish they were physically here.

25 days of giveaways

It's on!!!! Thank you so much to all of you who have agreed to participate. I will get an e-mail out with more info by next weekend. There were a couple people who had special requests and I will do everything I can to accomodate you. If there is anyone else who would still like to host a day, there is still room, we can always have 2 giveaways on one day!!! Thank you all, without you, this wouldn't be a success. xo

25 days of giveaways

Ok! Twelve people have said they would like to participate in the giveaways, well I guess thirteen counting me! Anyone else out there interested?? Your item DOES NOT have to be handmade. It can be anything you choose. The giveaways are open to all baby loss parents. If your think you might be interests. Leave a comment here along with your email address. To those of you who commented on the last post, I will get more info out once I see if more people are interested. Thanks so much!!
xo