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Well, as always I am late with everything. It is time for a “Just Because Giveaway though. This month, my dog (Moki) passed away (I did get another one), my Uncle had a stroke and a heart attack, I found out that I have a brother that is older than me and that my brother that passed away when he was 17 had a son (and my Mother ran the little girl off). To top that off, my cousin knows the Grandma but wouldn’t return my texts. Believe me, my family is messed up.
I’ve spent the WHOLE entire month trying to find these two men that are in my family. I’m closet to finding my nephew and I’m very thankful for that.
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I say this every “Just Because” giveaway but here it goes again, just in case- Some are having trouble with the “Just Because” Giveaways, I just wanted to explain them a little better so you visit my Explanation Of Giveaways, if you need to. I APPRECIATE each and everyone of you! If there is something you do not want to do, as in follow, tweet, or share, please don’t. That is PURELY up to you and that is in ALL of my drawings. I give you all of these options because not everyone has the same social media sites. All you need is one entry to win, please remember that.
The giveaway is open worldwide to everyone as long as you have an account to one of the gift card options and will end 4-17-17. The winner must reply to the winning e-mail within 48 hours or I will have to choose a new winner.
good luck~
We’re almost ready to plant out garden and start getting outside and working on the yard!
So far I have gone to a couple farmer’s markets/flea markets, gone mini golfing and hiking with my son, went job hunting, tried to start a business, and had a family get-together. Been a busy month and it’s only halfway through.
I’ve been doing lots of cleaning, not exactly fun but it’s gotta be done!
Aw, hopefully your April is going much better!! I’ve just been doing the school thing. Almost done with my first year!
I have been taking photos of the spring in the higher or rising sun, of nature including the flowers and scenery.
We just finished planting our flower / vegetable garden this past weekend !
Mainly work and school
wow. Sorry your life has been more down than up lately. I’ve been busy at work and reading books.
Planning my husband’s birthday and buying his presents.
We had a fun family spring break
April is my birthday month. I had my second annual dinner party and it was twice the size of last year. Fifteen of us women celebrating! And then… I got the flu. So I’m still trying to recover from that.
I have been getting back into playing my dulcimer.
I have been involved with my church and family activities.
I’ve been mostly dealing with physical therapy and trying to keep my husband productive during a layoff.
I’m babysitting this month. I need help with money
I’ve been out enjoying our spring weather
Lots of cleaning and studying X(
I have been trying to get everything ready for my son for prom helping him get a tux!
I went to the park yesterday, the weather is nice here. The park isn’t finished but it’s still fun to walk around.
Spring Cleaning!
I have been doing spring cleaning and trying to clean up my yard
I have been helping set up a charity event and getting ready for Easter.
I just got back from vacation. the rest of the month is traveling for work.
This month, I have been running my daughter around to softball games and practices.
This month I’ve been helping my fiance take care of his great aunt. She had a stroke and has dementia.
We went out to dog parks a lot this month. We also had a really well planned and nice Easter weekend.
The months never change! Working, kids, trying to find downtime with to read my books!
I have been working a lot, and dreading my upcoming birthday. Easter is a big month for Easter sales. So I have to fulfill a lot of orders for Easter.
My mom passed away 6 months ago – I finally cleared her room out and got a room mate – he started moving in on Saturday
I have been spring cleaning
Sorry about your bad month. I’ve been working.
I went to a couple yard sales. Also, I cleaned off the front porch.
I have been trying to get things cleaned out. I recently bought a coat rack for robes and a jerrybox organizer for make up/accessories to declutter my dresser.
For April I have been holding down the parenting front as my husband has been traveling alot for work. We had a nice weekend this weekend with working in yard and hosting a small gathering for Easter.
I’ve been training for my upcoming backpacking trip.
This month we celebrated my daughter’s birthday. We also attened our local county fair.
I’ve been putting in a lot of hours at work lately. Finally got my taxes done. I feel a sense of accomplishment. Thanks
Trying to get yard work done.
Mostly crafts and things.
Dad passed early march, been taking/watching Mom and finishing their taxes and government forms
We have been keeping busy with Easter related activities with my 1 year old.
been going outdoors a lot more with our 5 grandkids
It’s spring, so it’s time to start airing out the house, cleaning things, and doing yard work. So, not much!
We’ve celebrated my youngest daughter’s birthday and also spend the night in the ER with a sick kid, so it’s been a mixture of good and bad. Thankfully everyone is healthy now!
We visited my parents in central CA for Easter!
I have been working to get my garden ready in my backyard.
I just had a birthday, so I have just been celebrating.
I’ve been getting my garden started. I hope all of my veggies and herbs grow well this year!
Just work and getting ready for a baby boy, coming early May.
I’ve been working a lot and cleaning house.
I’ve had a pretty good month. My family aren’t perfect but yours makes mine sound almost normal! Work wise I’m growing my blog and freelancing business, and I released a bundle of ebooks, so pretty productive. My teenage kids are off school for Easter so it’s a little crazy round here, but all good, really. Thanks for the ‘just because’ giveaway. I appreciate it
My mom passed away on Monday and I need to keep my mind occupied.
Sorry for your loss. I lost my mom on March 26, so I know how rough it is. God bless you.
I’ve been up tp spring cleaning, new carpet and updating
I’ve been doing my spring cleaning and making plans for Easter.
i have been doing some spring cleaning and working this month
I have had a really bad cold this month and feel like I am just playing catch up now. Also, it is the Jewish holiday of Passover so I have been cooking a lot!
Wedding Planning!! Got the venue and Photographer booked. Did a food tasting and hoping to get the caterer booked. Then after that it is on to the DJ. I completely underestimated how expensive a wedding could be. My Goodness
We have been looking for a new home to rent until we are able to buy one.
I’ve been working a lot.
I’ve been working way too much this week.
just working
I’ve been working, homeschooling my son, and the usual household chores. I hope you find your (new) nephew and brother 🙂
I have been planting flowers.
I’ve been planning for my future 🙂
My husband just had bypass surgery but is doing very well. We are even getting out and walking in the park. Life is good!
I’ve been traveling a lot and taking care of my family.
not a whole lot, started spring cleaning
I’ve been working a lot and cleaning the house.
I hate when the drama llama visits. I’ve had my share. Hoping for better times and some travel..
Spring cleaning for me this month. Blah!
We went away for a weekend to see a concert-Kaleo, spent the night in Milwaukee and had a great dinner out. It was like a real date.
I’ve been working on a quilt. Thanks for the giveaway!
Reading. Lectoring at church.
Finished up on family member taxes. Spring break (extended a little by a mild illness of a grandchild!). Reviewing various things that need to be done in the house/yard now that the weather is getting better.
WE haven’t been doing much lately, hopefully as the weather starts to get nicer we’ll get out more.
We’re going to a concert on Thursday & a Blue Jays game & out for dinner on Friday so it’s a start!
Doing some work on my house
I’ve been doing lot of reading!
This month I’ve been working and watching my niece.
I have been dealing with health issues.
I have been trying to get started with Spring cleaning and for fun have been working on a few projects with the Cricut my husband got me awhile back.
Doing some work on my house, hanging curtains, painting.
I’ve been busy finding all the paperwork to file income tax.
Like the Poka-Dots.
I’ve been mentoring a child once a week through a church group.
Designing crafts.
I have been reorganizing my house and doing a lot of spring cleaning.
This month I’m getting ready for my birthday and graudation.
We haven’t been doing much. Work and cleaning up the house, got the basement done today!
Trying to enjoy Spring Break, but the weather hasn’t been less than stellar.
I had an amazing visit with my daughter and granddaughter! They drove to Nebraska from Alaska!!! They only stayed a couple of days, then they had to drive to Texas. My son-in-law is in the Military…so yeah. It was so good seeing them though! God bless and good luck to everyone!
I had a garage sale!
Pretty much just working working working.
Sorry to hear about your dog and all of the other craziness going on in your life. My month has been fairly uneventful, just the tail end of my training for a big race weekend at Disney (the Dark Side races – a 5K, a 10K, and a Half marathon, all back to back!).
We have been building new pastures for our horses. Than kyou!
I have been doing lots of studying and cleaning the place where I live.
I have been spending time with my grandson.
I have been straightening up the basement and sorting all my books
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I’ve been cleaning out the house and getting everything ready to have a big yard sale. Thanks for the chance.
i’ve started spring cleaning my whole house.
i have been working a lot and preparing for my newborn
We are on spring break this week, thank goodness. We all need to catch up on sleep and I need to get a lot of things done around the house.
It was a quiet month in Lake Wobegon.. oops wrong story. But it was mostly quiet here.
Thanks for the contest.
Just working a lot and taking care of family. I’m hoping to get in a little spring vacation in May!
I have been up to birthday stuff this month.
Working a lot. I just got back from Las Vegas on vacation.. heading to Myrtle Beach, SC for another one!
I’ve been spring cleaning and planning my children’s birthday parties.
We are house hunting.
Wow, sorry you are going through such a difficult time! Praying things turn around for you! I have been busy trying to arrange a few last minute large family gatherings and dealing with the cable company since our cable has been out a week. A tech has already been here for three hours yesterday and I waited over two hours for one to come out today, only to have to reschedule because he is way behind.
Working on my lifestyle blog! Love yours! Thanks for the chance to win! 🙂
just started cleaning up around the house and garden
i have been studying the forex market.
Not really much this month. But getting stuff ready for my mothers birthday party next month and working a lot this month.
A lot of conferencing and traveling. Talk about tiring!
Working alot.
I had a total hip replacement this month, which means a few months off work and lots of time to catch up on my contesting
Everything is the same, which is good for me.
work and school
I have been trying to find ways to distress after an extreamly stressful month at work.
Seems like my kids have been sick all month! Boo to March!
looking after mom–she’s almost 90 now
I have been getting ready to plant in my garden
We have been getting our flower beds ready for spring and summer!
I have been working on a lot of organizing projects at home.
Thanks for the chance to win!
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I’ve been trying to ride out the brand new tantrum phase my almost-4 year old has entered! It’s definitely keeping life interesting.
I have been scouting out new places to take photographs.
Taking care of my sick ex husband..
I’ve been working 10 hours most days. Yuck! Not much else.
I am going to go see my mom in a week. I am so excited! I am so sorry to hear about your dog and the sad news in your family. Hang in there. 🙁
Our family is planning a vacation with the extended family. Lots and lots of texting and voting.
I’ve been busy trying to downsize.
I am planning my summer
I’ve been watching my granddaughter while my daughter travels for work.
Getting ready for spring
working over night…… :{
i have been in a little trip and yes , i read your blog and i liked.
Trying to do some decluttering one room at a time
I have started my spring cleaning. Sorting threw all the things we have to donate what we are not using
Played a couple shows and got some of the garden prepped for the season.
I’ve been unpacking & rearranging thing since moving into a new apartment on the 2nd of this month.
I’ve been sick this month, so not up to much! Hope next month is better!
Working… But so glad spring is finally here. Looking forward to getting out on the hiking trails.
I’ve been relaxing a little after losing a friend I was taking care of on hospice.
Wow, sorry for all the sadness you had to go through this month. 🙁 I hope things look much better for you in the coming months!
I have been getting on top of Spring cleaning. Getting rid of any and everything I don’t really need because I hate clutter!
thanks!
Sorry to hear about your family 🙁 I haven’t been up to much this month except planting my seeds and getting ready for my garden this summer.
Working and painting the bathroom.
I’m so sorry to hear about all that you have been going through! We haven’t been doing anything interesting this month. Just working in our yard and around the house on the weekends.
Nothing really, just normal everyday life.
Ive been spring cleaning this month.
Helping my Mom move my Aunt into a nursing home.
March is a busy month for us,we have five birthdays.
Budgeting, Staycations, Prepping for EastER!!
I haven’t really done much this month except for cleaning. I hope to be outdoors more now that it’s getting warmer.
This month we are working on getting our renovation kitchen completed in May.
Lots of spring cleaning and reorganizing!
This month in Maine still means hibernating, lol. However, I did attend 2 of my 10 grandchildren’s birthday parties. 5 more to go between now and July, lol.
I started spring cleaning and organizing this month. I am trying to get it done BEFORE the nice weather so that all my free time can be spent outside!
I am excited that my dad is coming up to visit from out of state. Been pulling weeds already with the wet winter they are already growing.
We went to a wedding for the daughter of friends and attended church most Sundays…otherwise life as normal.
I have been working a lot this month. I need to start spring cleaning!
I’ve been reading. We had dinner prepared by our grandchildren. We attended a play, then I read some more.
I work full time as a freelance writer so I have my head buried in my laptop. I think spring is almost here and there are warmer temperatures on the horizon……….but that is just what I have heard! Thanks for the awesome giveaway opportunity!
We didn’t too too much this month. We had my daughter’s birthday, and then we got a blizzard that kept us inside for almost a week.
I planted an indoor herb garden, just waiting for things to grow.
I have been formatting my old computer.. ugh now i need to learn how to take it apart to clean it its overheating..
I’ve been busy with spring yard clean up this month.
just chasing my toddler around and growing a little human 🙂 haha
I “was” working in the garden until the rain hit.
Working 3 jobs that’s all.
Trying to catch all the movies on Netflix that expire in April.
It sounds like you’ve had many “challenges” this month. I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious furbaby, your uncle’s condition, and finding out about having a brother that had passed away.
This month has been a bit crazy. Illnesses kept running in circles around our household. We all took turns coming down with something, and it would start all over again. Thank goodness the only thing left is a nasty cough for my husband and son. My husband had to get two major tooth extractions done as well.
Other than that, I have been trying to get through my schooling. I’m an older, non-traditional college student. I’m majoring in Social Work and praying that I will be able to graduate with my first associates degree in May. It has been tough though! I’m taking math statistics and college algebra at the same time. Math has never been my strong subject, but I’m trying!
I really hope that things improve for your family soon.
Wow! You have been through it of late. I’m keeping you in prayer. As for me, I’ve mostly just worked in the yard.
I’ve been working on getting my basement organized.
I’m so sorry about the loss of your dog. I lost two dogs last year within three weeks of each other and it was devastating. March was kind of ho hum for me. I am beginning my spring cleaning soon. 🙂
I haven’t done a lot this month started spring cleaning. We did visit some relatives for a weekend.
I’ve been doing a lot of decluttering and Spring cleaning.
A lot of work, spring cleaning, starting our own business
I haven’t done much this month other than work and spring clean.
Ive been upto alot this month i signed my son up for daycare at ymca. It was his 1st bday, had tons of job searching to do. Lots of important appointments.
We have been camping a lot since the weather has been nice.
My depression is coming back. bought something to cheer me up a bit.
I have been busy doing car maintenance.
Dealing with some health problems this month.
I’ve been going with a very ill friend to her doctors appointments as well as my own. Nothing thrilling. 🙁
Just started a new healthier lifestyle journey!
I have been working and running my daughter around to all her activities
I’m still the head volunteer for our local senior meals program- my main concern is Spring Break this week because this means the meal program is closed for a week.
Not to much. Working and looking for a new house.
I acquired two, new favorite tv miniseries this month. I’m now watching “Feud:Bette and Joan” and “The Blacklist: Redemption”.
Oh my… That sounds so crappy… My best wishes are heading for you.. My last month was a blur of expenditures it seems – do you know how much it costs to replace a roof? I didn’t till I had to look into estimates for replacing it!!
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I don’t really have anything going on this month – hopefully, it’s a quiet one.
I hope you can get in contact with your lost family members, and I am so sorry about your dog! I’ve been mourning my cat this month, and trying to get my motivation up to do some spring cleaning.
I have been spending a lot of time on a carpentry project
I am getting in the mood to start spring cleaning and getting ready for my daughter’s birthday.
I moved and started a new job.
Helping kids get ready for spring break.
Been painting some of the rooms in our house and doing spring cleaning.
I’ve been living, day by day, just trying to keep my head up!
I’ve been taking care of my grandsons and taking them to Little League practices.
I have been going back and forth to the hospital this month to have IV antibiotic because of a tick bite and taking care of my granddaughter. She is the joy of my life!
We’ve been doing home repairs and improvements,things we’ve been putting off for a long time.
This month we have been trying to figure out our wedding plans, and I have been working on starting a new job.
I have been doing lots of puzzles and seeing my little granddaughter.
kids and their school work
This month we have had our son’s birthday and also wasn’t feeling that well. My allergies have kicked in
Moving! ugh that was ni fun but its done now
It’s been a very cold and uneventful month. Its either freezing outside or raining so we’ve been confined indoors! My poor kids cry to play and its been really difficult keeping them busy! So hopefully next month brings more sunshine !
we have been working in the yard and getting ready to plant the garden
I have been having the interior of the house I just bought repainted
My month has been boring so far. Nothing special happened. I hope all the bad stuff ended for you.
Wow – well, me, just started a new part time job semi-related to the degree I just got last month still at the college that I graduated from. So that’s something. 🙂
Oh girl, exams! That’s the worse 🙂 I remember those days.
Not a whole bunch just cleaning
I’m so sorry all of that mess happened to you 🙁 i had a bad week as well! exams ??
Exams are the worst! I hope they went well