The bloggy world is a social psychologist’s dream-come-true with all the many subcultures–each with their own customs, unspoken rules, traditions, norms and mores. It fascinates me. For example, in the decorating-blog-world your comments on someone’s post should always be gushing and affirmative. It’s not acceptable to say for example, “Roosters Beth??? Seriously? What has happened to you? I thought you were uber cool? Shame on you for your foul (fowl?) French-country ways!” Also, if someone comments on your blog it appears that you are to comment on theirs. Some of these ladies easily accumulate 80-100 comments on one post, and they actually take the time to return the comment favor! Crazy…and admirable. Perhaps I should be grateful that only my nearest and dearest leave comments for me! One last custom which is strange and cool in bloggy-land is posting giveaways. Not sure if this is done for purely altruistic reasons, to gain more readers, or as an advertising ploy, but it’s fun nevertheless. Who doesn’t love free stuff?
Mother’s Day Giveaway
So, up for grabs here is a giveaway with a cause behind it. (I wouldn’t have it any other way!) There is an organization called Suubi (Lugandan word for Hope) which supports African women artists. My MIL gave the necklace pictured below to me as a Mother’s Day gift. Each bead is actually made from bits of magazines, advertisements, and other scraps of paper. The proceeds from the jewelry help these talented ladies gain a fair tra
de income and support their families. I will buy a necklace like the one pictured below for some lucky person. Simply leave me a comment telling me why you (or your wife, friend, mom, etc.) should be “the one” to receive this giveaway. I’ll post the winner on Mother’s Day. Good luck!
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michaela says
okay – I am on a roll now! I wanted to come back and give a shout out to my sister-in-law Lorraine! She is amazing and I wanted to include her in this honor roll of fabulous mothers!
My brother is in the army and my brother has served in Iraq and Afghanistan, and is currently back in Afghanistan for six months. They have 3 kids, and whilst he is away Lorraine takes care of everything and never complains! Also, she miscarried their 4th child whilst he was away this time, and she still found a way to carry on even though he wasn’t there!
Mother’s Day in the UK is in March, so I have already wished Lorraine a Happy Mother’s Day – but will do so again here! She is one of the best!
michaela says
Despite you telling me I am worthy – I still feel don’t feelit. Those are just my issues I am afraid! Like another of your friends, I am in awe of all the awesome mothers mentioned on your blog.
Since you already have a necklace, I will vote for someone else and that you be Jess! She would look great in that necklace. You know the details, the past year has been a tough one for her, but I am amazed at how her faith has seen her through it all. Also, she is about to become a mommy again! If she gives birth on Mother’s Day then she deserves the necklace!
MIL says
Beth – your blogs are so witty, and endearing. So glad you are taking your gift a step further, blessing others and enjoyment!
May blessings be returned to you! :=) MIL
Robyn says
ok, ok, I’ll leave a comment! Beth, your blog is in my top 3. I thoroughly enjoy it, especially the decorating ones.
I don’t deserve the necklace. I have 2 amazing kids and a wonderful, supportive husband.
My mom, on the other hand, raised 3amazing kids with little to no support. My sister is now a mother and laywer. My brother is now a Pastor and director of Long Island Youth for Christ(full time ministry), and I am a Registered Nurse. All odds were against us, but because of my mother and the Grace of God, we are all successful and serving the Lord today. She is also a youth worker at her church and has been on numerous missions trips with the youth. She is known by all as Mamamuller.
That is why I think my mom should get the necklace.
Julia Feitner says
I just came to leave my entry comment. But after reading everyone else’s – I’m simply not worthy. So, this is NOT an entry. This is a “WOW – THERE ARE A LOT OF REALLY AMAZING MOTHERS OUT THERE” comment. And ALL of you are! Happy Mother’s Day ladies!
Jami Perona says
I feel like I should tell you who I am first before I get into anything else. My name is Jami Perona. I know your husband from back in the day. He came to Kansas on a missions trip and then we went to NY to do the same. Anyway, I am a stay-at-home mom and I babysit my sister’s 10 month old baby. Well, I hate to say that I deserve the necklace because I know a ton of really great mothers. But I have had a really rough time for the past 2 1/2 years. In September of 06 I had a miscarriage which totally broke my heart. As I was mending we started trying again. After a year of no success we went to my obgyn and went on fertility meds. After 7 months of no success we finally took some time off and then went to a specialist. Today I had a procedure called and IUI done and we are waiting to find out if it was successful. This month would have been our little angles two year old birthday and every Mother’s Day since the miscarriage I think of the baby waiting for me in heaven. I can’t wait to see her. (I honestly feel like it was a girl, I know that sounds kinda crazy.) I want another baby so badly. I loved having siblings and would love our only son to have a brother or sister. Anyway, I guess the necklace would be something to feel good about and to make Mother’s Day happy. Also, I make jewelry myself so I can relate to the women who make beautiful things and try to sell them for money for their families. It is a cool necklace. Thanks for the opportunity and God bless you!
tinajoy says
I certainly would not vie for such a prize– but I must be an advocate for my superhero sister who is a mommy of just 3 weeks of TWIN BOYS! These boys did not come without a cost! she endured 2 daily regiments of shots for 3 months, and one daily shot in the thigh everyday for her entire pregnancy (with thighfulls of bruises to prove it!) This was followed by 3 years of hormones, injections, and surgeries. And what amazed me most about her was the time I went to visit after her surgery 1.5 years ago. I was praying for healing, miracles, and breakthroughs…. and her only prayer was that she be found faithful. And so, with tears in my eyes as I write…. I happily submit Lisa Miller as a potential winner of your contest 🙂
Her Proud sister— Tina
Jay says
Obviously *I* am not worthy, but I write on behalf of one who defintely is. You know Morgan well, and you guys have shared a lot. What’s funny about your post was that when I asked Army what mama would want for mother’s day, he grinned real big and said “jewelry!” When I asked him what kind of jewelry, he paused contemplatively for a moment, then broke out into an even bigger grin and said “BEADS!!!” If that’s not a sign, I’m not sure what is.
Just like the women Subbi supports, Morgan is about loving and supporting her family. She gave up a career as a counselor to spend her time and apply her skills to raising our children. And though neither of us bargained for four children aged four and under, she treats it as the blessing it is.
Not a lot of people can do what she does in the spirit she does it. She certainly is deserving.
Jay
Mandy says
B/c we both can wear it when we go out to celebrate the twin being finished! Seriously, how long did you and Jason work on that? As of today when I opened the mail, it is finished…..at least in my mind! 🙂
Christianne Page says
Because after a full month of colds, teething, crying, and no sleep I feel like motherhood has sucked every ounce of life out of me. I think a pretty necklace would go far to make me feel human again. Of course, Adelaide would probably just grab it in her pudgy little fists and rip it from my neck so maybe you should give it to someone else.