I found a fun new giveaway party that I just had to be a part of. Yes, I know. It seems I mostly post when I find a new blog part, but come on, who doesn’t LOVE a party?
To celebrate, I am offering The Bloggers Guide to Profits to one lucky reader.
Bloggers Guide to Profits
How to enter: Leave a comment and your e-mail address so I can contact you.
Want extra entries? You can earn an extra entry for each of the following: sign up on this site as a subscriber, sign up for our Feedburner feed (either feed or e-mail delivery), blog about this contest, and micro-blog on this post on social networks (twitter, plurk, etc.). Make sure to comment about any extra entries you have earned so that I know about them. (Hint: You get one extra enter for each thing you do.)
Just recently I began submitting my blog to various blog related listing sites, and found I had a small problem. All of them ask me to classify what this blog is about. Uh-oh. For some reason they all seemed to lack the proper category. The neglected to add the “whatever strikes my fancy” category.
That led me to sit down and really think about what this blog is about.
I’ve been told it’s a “mommy blog” since I have posted parenting relating things, or it’s a “contest blog” because I post giveaways. Ok, I can get with that, sort-of. Those are parts of me, but I have a problem with classifying an entire blog based on a few entries. What about the posts that don’t fit? Another question – who was it that demanded that all blogs have to be categorized to be promoted?
I understand the need for organization on blog listing sites, I really do. Without organization there would be no way to find blogs that may interest you. What bothers me is that many of the categories offered are just too limiting for some blogs. I think the categories need to be expanded to include blogs that can’t be defined in one or two categories. I’d even be happy with a generic “other” category, but many sites don’t even have that.
After careful consideration, I came to a conclusion. It’s about me. It’s just that simple. I personally need a space that has all the little bits and pieces that make up who I am. If that means this blog is an “other” blog, so be it, but at least give me that option.
Many of you don’t know that I have both a sister and a niece with special needs. My sister suffered brain damage as a result of her belirubin climbing to record heights as an infant. Her functioning level was put at that of a six year old, even though she is 30 years old. She is the sweetest person, but has had a very rough life due to this and other unrelated problems. My niece has been diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, and I have been learning all I can about this very common Autism Spectrum Disorder.
As a result, I am a proud supporter of sites and causes that promote information and fund raising for different special needs related information. In my travels I have found a great resource for those people that deal on a more first hand basis with special needs individuals that is called 5 Minutes for Special Needs.
Please take a minute to visit this great site, as well as pass it along to everyone you know that may be interested.
I just wanted to take a few quick minutes to wish everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July. (For those of you not in the US, have a happy weekend.)
We will be seeing fireworks in our town tonight, and in the neighboring town tomorrow night. We’ll see what the baby thinks about fireworks. His next oldest brother would cry hysterically when they went off and I spent the night in the van where it was just a touch quieter. We will also be going to a carnival tomorrow. The kids can barely stand the wait for any of it. Personally all the running around has me tired before we’ve even started.
I’ve been keeping busy with several web related projects, both my own and clients as well as working on getting my gift business programs up and running. I will admit that my writing has taken a back-seat again, but I do have it scheduled for next week if not sooner. (Yes, I’m not above using my sister-in-law being in town as an excuse….)
What are you all doing for the holiday (or weekend, for those that don’t celebrate)? Feel free to leave me a comment. I’d love to have some new ideas for things to do or ways to celebrate.
I hope everyone is doing well.
Have a great day!
Heather
I just ran across a great giveaway for moms with little ones at The Lil’ Mommy that Could. In celebration of her baby’s 5th birthday she has some great prizes lined up including: a nursing cover from Duck Duck Goose, two copies of Dream Baby CD, and a copy of Barenaked Lady’s Snacktime. There are hopes to add more to the prize list, but in my opinion, I’d be happy with any of the prizes.
Personally I am hoping for the nursing cover since my youngest learned a couple fun new games. The first is peek-a-boo while nursing in public. It’s played by ripping the cover off his head at any time. The other one, and this one is my favorite, is let’s flash the passers-by. This is played by him launching himself away to view what’s going on in the world around us. Surprise world!
Well, make sure to go on over and make sure to peruse the site after entering. It’s a great site with some funny posts about motherhood and the joys of children.
Well, better late than never, and it’s only a day, right?
What is my Tuesday Toot? That we finally got my grandparent’s house cleaned out yesterday. (Which is actually why this post is a day late.) We got the complete house cleaned out and emptied, including getting my aunt packed and moved (though she hadn’t even packed a single thing during the past year prior to the insane house clearing.) It was overwhelming and broke all of our hearts because we ran out of room in our own houses for many of my grandparents belongings. We ended up filling a full dumpster and the equivalent of a second dumpster. We just didn’t have room for everything, but we saved the most important and sentimental things. I’m still amazed at how much was accomplished in such a small amount of time.
I just thought I would take a moment to let you all know of another great contest that you can enter:
Contest Details:
Pink Lemonade Bags is giving away a beautiful bag to one lucky lady! The giveaway is being hosted by Notes From My Nest. To enter, visit http://notesfrommynest.blogspot.com/2008/06/week-of-june-23rd-july-2nd.html, for details. Deadline to enter is noon (EST), 7.2.08. Open to US residents only.
Make sure to check back soon for updates and information on the next contest that we are running!
I just found a new blogmeme thanks to a new Plurk friend. It’s called Saturday 9. Feel free to click the link to see what the current Saturday 9 are, if I haven’t already blogged about them.
In celebration of Father’s Day, this one is devoted to the4 topic of fathers.
1. How long since you have been with your dad?
It’s probably been about three months now. The last time I spent time with him was when he came down with my brother when my brother went out to prom with his then girlfriend. We got to hang out for quite a while that night, and I had a blast.
2. How many siblings share your dad?
I have two younger brothers and two younger sisters. My sister, amusingly enough is a day (ok, only 11 hours and some odd minutes) younger than my oldest son. Ok, go ahead and read that last sentence again. It will make sense eventually.
3. Will you see your dad tomorrow?
Nope. Unfortunately he lives too far away and I have to work my out-of-the-house job.
4. Do you give him gifts on Father’s Day?
Honestly I haven’t for years. Writing this makes me feel really guilty about that. I’ll probably get a card and send it to him Monday. It’s the thought, right? (Off to my corner now to berate myself for being a bad daughter….)
5. Have you ever had a tough time in your relationship with your father?
I had a worse relationship with him as a child. He was a more scary figure when it came to punishment. At the same time though, he was always there for me and a good friend. He helped me get through some rough family times with humor. Now our relationship more similar to friendship than father-daughter.
6. What was the last thing that you did with your dad?
Hung out with him while my brother and his then-girlfriend went to prom. Didn’t I already answer a question like this? LOL
7. Growing up, was your dad tough on you?
Yes, and no. Depended on what it was about. If it was something he felt strongly about, such as my choice of attire he would um…. strongly object. I felt that at 14 I could walk out of the house in a half top or a bandanna top, and he thought it wasn’t appropriate. Looking back, I must admit that I can see his point.
8. Are you close to your father?
Off and on. We are both so busy nowadays that it’s hard to connect. We used to talk once a week, but things have been so hectic that neither one of us have called the other in a while. I’d have to say it’s a good month when we connect every other week or so.
9. How long since you have spoke to him?
I talked to him a couple weeks ago on the phone. He called to let me know that my brother was going through a rough time. I really haven’t talked to him since then.
Well, that’s it for me. I hope everyone has a great Father’s Day!
Well, life exploded again… So, to make up for the delay — all my subscribers are winners! (To make up for the delayed drawing.)
You all win the free custom graphic as well as your choice of e-book from the previously listed contests. Please e-mail me at Heather@HeatherQuarnstrom.com with your choice of graphic type as well as which e-book you would like. (Quick tip – to see the e-book choices click on the contest category or word cloud word to see all contests listed.)
Word Cloud advertising will be $5.00/basic link. I am developing one for each of my sites, so if you are interested please let me know and I will tell you when they are live. As of now ALL words are open. Exclusive word links are available for $10.00. If you would like a list of sites that will be offering them or have any questions, please e-mail me.
I am also developing sites that will have featured WAHMs with heavy promotion. Introductory pricing will be $15 for a month spot-light (regularly priced at $25) and will include a feature on your choice of site. It will include a picture, bio, and unlimited links to your sites. There is only one spot available per site per month. There will also be bargain spots available (up to 10 per month) for $5 for a month introductory pricing (regularly priced at $10.) Please feel free to contact me for more information.
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