9.24.2009

three hundred...

I can't believe it. Today is my 300th post. I also talked with my accountant yesterday.....and unfortunately....the "soiree" that i wanted to throw.....and invite you all to......was nixed.

The accountant took a look at the bottom line and pretty much told me......

no.can.do.

I mean...can you imagine......all of us......mingling around my backyard.....

with pastries being handed around....

wine and chilled Bellini's being served.....

a small jazz band in the corner.....

yup......

it all got thrown out the door.

I even had all the invitations labeled and stamped...

all ready to be picked up by my famous mailman....

and i even had a babysitter all lined up for the wee one's....

but it all came down to....

the bottom line.


I am thankful.

I am thankful....for having a husband that let's me be myself....

that doesn't care that i'm always asking ...and talking....and let's the wheels in my head go

round and round....

he let's me make our home into a place that let's my creativity blossom...

a place where he drinks his beer on white slip covered sofa's.
{i won't mention the feet on my pretty white painted table...}




I am thankful......

i am thankful that i have a sensitive...beautiful ....smart...and pleasure seeking boy named Mason.






I am thankful..

i am thankful to have a beautiful...outgoing....strongwilled....girl named Lola....

i am thankful to have a ..stop you in your tracks.....smiling....loving.....could never do any wrong

little boy named Fin.

I am thankful.

I am also thankful to have you......

you....who tell me i'm normal when i'm pulling my hair out......

you....who listen to me talk nonstop about the little things....

you...who encourage me....

you....who shop with me....

you...and you....and you.

Well......

so we might not be having a huge backyard...wine drinking party......but we can have a little giveaway....

that, we can have.

The details.The scoop. The giveaway.

$150 gift card to Anthro....to buy your own pair of swanky shoe's. {one lucky winner}

$100 package from my little shop...Lola b's {one lucky winner}

$50 restaurant gift card {one lucky winner}

and a surprise little something for someone {oh..it'll be good..}

All you have to do....is leave a comment.

If you want to blog about this giveaway....i will double your name.

If you want to add yourself as a follower...i will double your name again.

you do not need to have a blog to enter....just comment with your email address.
Thank you girlies....
thank you.

{comments are CLOSED......winner will be picked the week of the 28th}

xo

749 comments:

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Twyla and Lindsey said...

What a wonderful giveaway! It would be so exciting to win any one of your thoughtful gifts. Thank you for the opportunity. Twyla

makeetis said...

congratulations on your 300th post. Thanks for the chance to win..
brewerchickey78(at)yahoo.com

makeetis said...

I am a follower.
brewerchickey78(at)yahoo.com

LaurieM said...

What a beautiful layout! This reminds me of stepping back in time. The things you have for sale make me want to go exploring in your store, see and touch things if there was a brick and mortar store. I have a feeling I would enjoy creating and searching and exploring with you to find these things or make them.Lovely!

LaurieM said...

I followed you on Twitter.(Dreamweaverr)

Ezzy said...

Hey thanx for the giveaway !!
I follow ur blog as well :)

itzme.insi@gmail.com

Tervo Family said...

I'd love to win! I blogged http://thetervos.blogspot.com/2009/09/or-this-one.html and becme a follower!

dch1155 said...

Amy Hatcher dch1155@yahoo.com

Trying to win for self and daughter, Alexandria Hatcher, 2

Amanda P said...

I just found your blog and all your pretty things through Jen from Eden's bouquet's blog. I have now read a few entrees and I think your blog is just wonderful and so are all your pretty little items.

The Pennington Point said...

Love your blog! Lisa~ www.livingmybestlifeii-lisa.blogspot.com

jillykat07 said...

CONGRATS on your 300th BLOG!
Your words are sweet and inspiring. Thanks for sharing!
Jill Kathan
jillmsu@yahoo.com

jillykat07 said...

I have just become a Follower using jillykat07@gmail.com

THANKS!
Jill Kathan

jillmsu@yahoo.com

plainjanesews said...

wow- that would have been a great party! I can almost feel your disappointment as if it were my own party...what a great giveaway though- I just discovered anthropoligie in real life and was in heaven there...

lejardengirl said...

thanks for all the sweetness you send us,beth xo

Kelly said...

Beautiful blog! Just found you via my friend (http://andreakauffman.blogspot.com/2009/09/anthropolgie-lovers.html) who blogged about your giveaway! :) Congrats on 300!

My email address: kmarzka (at) gmail (dot) com.

Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on Top said...

You do indeed have much to be thankful for. You are so blessed. It's nice to read about you being thankful. :) Happy 300th post! Here's to many more! You are very inspiring.

Smack Designs said...

I love the blogs Kasey! That party would have been perfect, I probably would have tried to fly out for that. :) If only lived closer so I could watch all the fab stuff you do as we seem to have a lot more in common than the rest of those crazy HIlls. :) jk. I love antro and so could use some fall goodies and omg totally want all the stuff from LOLA B! hmmm maybe I will just move out there, time for a change from SD. Pick me pick me. I need some goodies in my life.. xoxo
cousin Sara

Carey @ The Garcia Family said...

Bella, bella!

windycindy said...

Happy 300th Post! I wish you many more happy and healthy posts!
Your giveaways in honor of your posts are fabulous.
Many thanks.....Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

windycindy said...

I became a follower of your blog!
Again, best wishes.....
Thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

gabrielle said...

What a great giveaway, Kasey! And... Holy comments!!!

missheidi821 said...

We Thank you for being you!

Heidi

soho said...

I just adore your site, thanks for the inspiration.

The Wrought Iron Gate said...

Congrats. on your 300th. Your a brilliant writer....it all comes naturally from the heart.

This is a very generous give-away. I'm a follower.

Best Wishes,
Kay

nina@themissadventuresofnina said...

Congrats on the 300.
I love your thankful list...

Marit said...

Just wanted to say... came here via-via-via and love your blog. I might even start loving you... I don't need to be count in for the give-away - I was way spoiled this week with a lot of happy mail & parcels so please give it to someone who follows you longer. I will follow you in the future so see you! Have a nice weekend!

Unknown said...

Congratulations on 300 posts! WOWZA! You have an amazing amount of follwers. I am a new one and am so happy to have found your blog. It is whimsical, silly and so much fun to read. Thank you for adding me twice for a chance to win one of your awesome gifts. Eeeeek! How fun!

Heather Simpson-Bluhm said...

Well wow you have had quite a response. Good luck to everyone and congrats on your blog landmark. Its very exciting!

Lisa souers said...

Kasey.
What an amazing giveaway... Congrats on your 300th blog...I can only imagine...I can barely blog once a week... Fabulous, just fabulous...keep it up! Lisa Souers

Unknown said...

Pick me!

Jen said...

Oooo....thanks for the chance to enter the giveaway. Found you via TLC and couldn't be more happy to add my name to your follow list! Have a super weekend!

Pam Bachara said...

What a beautiful and fun party you had planned. I could easily see that it would have been such a great success... Oh Well... maybe on your 1000 post it will even more spectacular... Love reading your post, love your blog, and love how your husband will sit on white furniture. :)

Traci@ Beneath My Heart said...

I would love the chance to win. I have been a follower for several months now.
Blessings,
Traci

Karisse said...

I love the style of your blog! I've added myself as a follower! I'm also going to post about you on my blog! :)

Little Miss Shabby said...

What a fab giveaway! Congrats on your 300th post! =)

Essae said...

Pick me! Great site, great products! You do, that is! vintageport@gmail.com

Sarah said...

Much love...great giveaway!
I have added this contest to my blog:

http://sarahmorrowmoments.blogspot.com/

Sarah
sarahmorrow123@gmail.com

Unknown said...

What a beautiful blog and site,
and a great giveaway, thanks for the chance

jeccica
primitivelyours@hotmail.com

Unknown said...

I am following your blog too


jeccica
primitivelyours@hotmail.com

Jade Creative said...

I am thankful for this day!
Thank you.
Darlene

Marie said...

Well Kasey - congrats on 300 posts! I can't imagine that. I'm not even to 100 yet. Ha. You are such an inspiration to so many of us. Thank you for allowing us to peek into your life, for sharing such beautiful photos, and such a fabulous shop!

Wishing you many more Blessings,
Marie
http://emmacallsmemama.com

Tori {Thoughtfully Simple} said...

Your blog is gorgeous- congrats on your 300th. Thank you for the chance to enter :).

kandtt@msn.com

Unknown said...

Yours may be one of the prettiest blogs I've ever seen. It looks kinda like Anthropologie! : )

Your 'thankful' list lets me know how blessed you are, even though this is my first visit to your site. Congrats on your 300th post!

ealguire at sbcglobal dot net

Unknown said...

P.S. Added myself as a follower.

Cara @ Gardenview Cottage said...

I just found your darling blog and am sad that I have missed 299 of your posts! I will have to go back and read! I love your blessing/thankful post.
Makes me smile when I hear of others happiness♥♥♥

Becca said...

Your family is beautiful. Congrats on your 300th post.

gina g said...

Are you kidding??? A comment and win an anthro card??? A comment and win something from you??? I must be dreaming! I am adding your blog to follow right now!
hugs and thanks for the opportunity!

Mary Estola said...

Congratulations on your 300th! I heard about your contest from EB... Thanks for sharing! ~ Mary

Dandelion Momma said...

I love your blog. Count me in!

amy said...

congrats on your 300th post!

amy

Crafty Country Cabin said...

Congrats on 300 and your family is beautiful. I'd love a chance at winning something. Thanks so much for your generosity.

Crafty Country Cabin said...

I am now following your blog (as Jessica) :).

Crafty Country Cabin said...

I blogged about your contest :).

http://alyssaclairephotography.blogspot.com/2009/09/check-out-lola-bs-blog-for-chance-to.html

Stephanie Marie said...

Love your beautiful blog! Full of lots of inspirational ideas!

Anonymous said...

Happy Blogiversary! I just stopped over from The Lettered Cottage. I could stay just for the music in the background so I think I'll become a follower, too!

Kelsey @ Seattle Smith's said...

Happy 300th post! I am a follower too!

Mami2jcn said...

Congratulations on 300 posts!

Mami2jcn said...

I became a blog follower.

Mami2jcn said...

I blogged about this:

http://grand-giveaways.blogspot.com/2009/09/lola-b-giveaway.html

Poppy Cottage said...

What a lovely post and such a generous giveaway! Congrats on your 300th post! That's amazing ;)

Sharon

Mfalcon13 said...

What a great giveaway!

mfalcon13 (at) hotmail (dot) com

Anita said...

Holy Hannah...look at all these readers...of course, they want to hear from you. You rock. See you at Kane next weekend?

Unknown said...

I just found your blog and I love it! Thank you for doing it. I look forward to reading it again and again. Love the music! Lori

Patricia said...

Oh, anthropology how much I love thee even thou my wallet doeth not like our attraction.....

Just discovered your blog and love it. The giveaway = fabulous! (I've been on anthro's website for the last half hour... so addictive.

Hallie @ Moxie Wife said...

You are such a poet! Thank you for the constant inspiration. Blessings!

Mickey Family said...

ooh!!! i love anthro!!! my email is heathermickey(at)gmail(dot)com

Tyra Aho said...

Fist time i've seen your blog :)

Tyra Aho said...

Sorry I forgot to leave an email. Its rtaho@att.net. My sis in law jen had a link to your blog on hers so i figured i would check it out. :)

Jen said...

love your blog.....

pk said...

Just love your blog, it makes me smile and remember so many wonderful moments in my time ! Thank you , thank you. evjoy your music on here as well. gift enough. hugs
patkapsak@cfl.rr.com

Ashleigh said...

I just discovered your blog off The Lettered Cottage...love it! Congrats on your 300th post, keep it up :).

Rashmi said...

Great prizes to with your great blog! My first time here, but it won't be the last. Thanks!

callmeabookworm at gmail dot com

Anonymous said...

Pretty blog!
mmwhalen@optonline.net

Amy said...

love your blogs 'atmosphere'... if that makes sense. its beautiful and very peaceful :)



amysember@gmail.com

Gretchen said...

Oh my, you are one popular girl. I will become a follower and have visited you off and on for some time. I so enjoy my visits.
Congrat on your 300th post. I'm quickly approaching my 100th and will be doing a give away in celebration of that, so check it out.
Gretchen
http://mimitoriasdesigns.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

neu.photography@yahoo.com

love your blog :) and boutique and love that Layla posted about you :)

:)
T

Paula said...

I love your blog....you are in my Google reader so that is how I follow....I really love the names of your kiddos...and your life intrigues me..keep up the good posting

Kerbi said...

I enjoy reading your blog! Thank you for sharing!

kerbihardwick@gmail.com

Michelle said...

Beautiful Family!

And I'm going to follow you now.

Robin @ Blommi said...

Congratulations on your 300th post. I hope this lovely blog goes on for many many more.

Robin @ Blommi said...

I just signed up to follow your blog via friend connect.

aahcoffee said...

Ooooh, love the thought party! :)

Debby -- Romancing the Bling said...

Wow! 300 posts!!!
I found your wonderful blog while visit Jamie of Simply Me Art and decided to come by to check out your blog and giveaway! I am so glad I did as I love your blog and photo's! What a lovely family you have!
Here's to another 300+++++++ posts! I hope you don't mind but I would like to add your blog to my side bar so I can visit again!

Thank you for entering my post in your generous giveaway!

Debby

jules said...
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Amanda said...

Wow!!! You have a ton of comments. I still gotta try, a girl can dream, right? :) Love your writing style.

Amanda said...

Ohm, forgot to add that I follow now too! :)

Amy said...

That would have been a fun party, Kasey! :-) Love reading your blog!
Amy in CA
*Becoming a follower right now!

Sammy Girl said...

You have so much to be thankful for. Here's a hug for you and your sweeties. Thanks for reminding everyone about what REALLY counts ... the Bottom Line that has nothing to do with finances.
Congrats on such a blogging milestone!
Betty :)

Lisa Johnson said...

So I guess I'm #693. I was out of town for a week and was so excited to see your giveaway today when I got back. You are too, too generous. Please pick me! (I'm not to shy to beg)

XO,

Lisa

Theresa said...

Thank you for your thankful list...what a wonderful reminder. Thanks for the giveaway!

Theresa said...

I follow your blog. Thanks!

Brigetta Schwaiger said...

Ohhhh exciting. I feel like I am in your back yard with a glass of wine looking at all your lovely things. Thanks for the invite.

Jen in Los Angeles said...

Lovely blog! Thanks for keeping it real.
jkulpiya@hotmail.com

Chasity @ Haute Mommy Blog said...

love love love your stuff & hope i win it! themunns at gmail

Lindsay Winters said...

dang, 700 posts and still another day to go. you'll be reading these for hours, maybe days. i just scanned through 200 and my eyes are sore.

i'll be honest, i've never read your blog before. heard about your giveaway on someone else's blog, posted in order to up their chances at winning(great idea, by the way). the anthro card was the perfect carrot to dangle, so tantalizing i couldn't resist. . .

i just started following blogs and love how a link on one will lead you to another 12 pages and before you know it an hour has passed and nothing on your to-do list is done yet. the short version=glad that i found your blog/shop even if i don't win anything. i added the adventures of you and yours my google reader.

[lphilwin@gmail.com]

prettygumbo said...

Your family is beautiful! Thanks for the great giveaway. I'm now following you on twitter also.

Ness Lockyer said...

...I am thankful to 'know' you.

Your website looks amazing. Congratulations on it all.
Ness xx

Ashley Jones said...

I adore your site, SO MUCH, that I have now become a follower. I will also be blogging about your incredible giveaway. Thank you so much for doing this! You're great.

*Sidenote - I want some of your muscle relaxer stuff that you are sold out of... Will you be getting some more? Or can you tell me where I can get some? I have an over-worked hubby that would totally appreciate this stuff!! THANK YOU!

shawnee23 said...

I got to your I'm thankful part about your husband and my eyes started welling with tears...then i got to the I'm thankful part about your children and the tears poured. I am so blessed that I too share a family like yours and it makes me emotional every time! Beautifully written. You are truly an incredible inspiration. Thank you.

shawna said...

I got to your I'm thankful part about your husband and my eyes started welling with tears...then i got to the I'm thankful part about your children and the tears poured. I am so blessed that I too share a family like yours and it makes me emotional every time! Beautifully written. You are truly an incredible inspiration. Thank you.

Tammyisblessed said...

Happy 300th post. Just found your blog and will be a new follower of it, just lovely! Thanks for being so REAL with your sharing.

melissa brandt said...

I love, love how blessed you are and what a creative embracing family you have. I, too am lucky to have such a family and whenever I have some grand idea, they too stepa side and watch it unfold. Cheers to you for your 300th and how you inspire us all.

Kristin Sal said...

Love waking up every morning with my cup of coffee and checking your blog. You are a true inspiration! Have a wonderful day!

Anonymous said...

What a party that would be!!! What great ideas for giveaways-I am joining to be one of your followers-count me in! barbaraboxell@yahoo.com

Starr Crow said...

wow, wow.
i just found your enchanting blog and i think it's amazing.
i've always dreamed of having a party like that and you were sooo soo close, i hate the you can't see it through. you have the most beautiful children (like seriously cute kids!) and if that is a picture of you house, then it is beautiful too.
the odds are not in my favor here, but i was planning on commenting even before i noticed the giveaway. i was shocked when i saw 708. holy moly you have quite the following. must be a special lady! :)

xx
Starr
www.athoughtistheblossom.blogspot.com

Holly S said...

What beautiful words you have chosen to describe your blessings! It has made me stop and think of what I am thankful for and how I need to let those people know how important they are to me-thank you!

Signed up as a follower to read your thoughts everyday!

Thank you for the generous giveaway...needing something to look forward to these days.

Holly S said...

Oh My gosh, Kasey! I just looked in your shop and I want one of everything! How super fabulous your goods are-loving that linen ribbon!

Molly said...

Congrats on your 300th post! I found your blog from Jen at Eden's Bouquet. You have a beautiful layout!

Anonymous said...

Mamma needs a new pair of shoes! I love your blog and that you are yourself...I applaude that. Thanks, Heather R.
heather_richter@hotmail.com

Amy said...

Amy Deschamp
I loved this post's reflections on all the blessings in your life--made me think about my own!

Amy said...

and i just became a follower!

Jonathan & Megan Lenz said...

I just found your blog and shop and am in love with it! I am looking forward to making some purchases soon.

Carla said...

So happy I've stumbled across your beautiful blog..Can't wait to see some more..congrats on your success and I'm wowwed by the number of posts you've received..Thanks for such a kind and giving heart..I look forward to a long blogging visit..Carla H.

Danielle said...

What a wonderful thankful list and congratulations on your 300th post! Your blog is amazing!

drlenz08@yahoo.com

Danielle said...

What a wonderful thankful list and congratulations on your 300th post! Your blog is amazing!

drlenz08@yahoo.com

May said...

Congrats on the 300 and what an awesome giveaway! Thank you for your generousity and being a kind soul :)

mayharrison52@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

I only just stumbled across your blog about a month ago but I thoroughly enjoy reading it. Congrats on 300!


-Sarah
SRome23@yahoo.com

joyce rodli said...

721, wow. I'm visiting from someone who had this on their blog.
Thank you for being thankful and I love that his and her pic. Happy happies to you. There should be a email attached to this comment.

joyce rodli said...

or you might like to you joycerodli@yahoo.com

I am #948 on your follower list!
Happy happies.

Valerie said...

Oh girlfriend, I would love you forever if I won that Anthro card. Haha. No really, I already love your blog, a giveaway is just the cherry on top!

Buckany said...

Wow! I just came across your blog and fell in love. Congratulations on your 300th!

Buckany said...

By the way I follow!

Valerie said...

I'm a follower now! (I should've done this a while ago since I am a huge fan.) Oh, and I really can relate with you and the friendship lost with the loss of a baby. I've had a lot of friends go through similar circumstances, and although I've tried to be supportive, some of those friends allowed it to cause a rift in between us no matter how I tried. I can totally relate. And I hope and pray that your friendship can be restored as I pray the same for mine...

Andrea said...

Fabulous giveaway!

kate said...

hi! my sister tamara introduced me to your blog.
i like your style.
:)

holly brooke said...

congrats on #300! i LOVE your blog, it has inspired many projects for me, and a deep deep passion for the color white! :)

Unknown said...

Love your site.
Love your style.
Thanks for sharing!

Worthy Goods - Debbie said...

Hi, I just read your blog for the first time today. I was reading Mimi Charmante and discovered your blog. Congrats on big 300!!! Too bad about the nix, sounded fun. Bye for now.

Denise Marie Olson said...

Wow, what a wonderful and inspiring blog, and shop!!!

The Cinnamon Stick said...

Oh my....how wonderful to find your blog (McMaster&Storm)...and then to beat the "deadline" to enter your giveaway...I must feel VERY lucky to think I could be number 734 and still win!!!! I do feel lucky...just finding your blog - made my heart smile. Judy

Kaia said...

So cool!
jenius 47 @ (hotmail) dot com

RobinBirdsNest said...

Great pictures of your kids! they are so adorable1 thanks for the chance to win your generous giveaway and congratulations on your 300th post!!

Aly Matt N Macy said...

Thank you for sharing, I really enjoy your writing & photography. Your story about your friend who lost her baby is a tough one! Good luck on reconnecting... being honest with her and allowing her to be honest with you would probably be a great start!!! Life doesn't always make sense...

I just became a follower, I def blogged about this on my blog... www.damallons.blogspot.com and I'm totally available to be a winner!!!

I look forward to reading more!
aly
alyandmatt@gmail.com

Unknown said...

Wow! So cool. The party would have been awesome!

Jennifer Greever said...

love your blog!

jennifergreever(at)gmail(dot)com

Carla said...

What a wonderful giveaway! I love your shop! I have it bookmarked in my favorites. :o)

Carla said...

I am a follower too! :o)

Ellie's Boutique said...

Wow you have such a talent for writing! Im jelouse. I had to check it out since Jen@edensbouquet was blogging about you :)

Robin Cotton said...

I have so enjoyed your blog.

Amy said...

Congrats on your 300th post! Too bad about the soiree - I was ready for a good party! Looking forward to your next 300 - can't tell you how much I've enjoyed the last 300! Congratulations Kasey!

gina said...

hello, how fun would it be to win this prize!! i love your blog and my email is gina@ginamaxinephotography.com

Jamie said...

I just stopped by to say Hi! This is quite the generous giveaway! You always have the best ones! :) Have a great evening.

Jamie

Lanette of Cottage Elements said...

Whow, I'm just getting in this by the skin of my teeth. Better late than never! Would love to be a winner and am actually new to your blog. Came here by the way of Forever* Cottage (thanks, Jill!). Please enter me, and I'm adding myself as a follower, too! Probably too late to post it on my blog :( Now to check out yours! Thanks!

Lanette @ Cottage Elements

Sundee said...

I love your post. And your pictures.

Being grateful has always served me, and it is refreshing to see others doing the same.

I was sent your way from the Eden's site, and now I will have to keep up with yours as well!

Thank YOU!!!

Debe said...

748 comment!! Wow, girl...you have followers! Just found you from Layla so I will be reading backwards. Please allow me to put my name in the pot, debe14@msn.com.....Accountants are no fun!

Martha said...

Hi Kasey!!! Congrats!!! Just getting back in town...and of course yours is the first I check...CONGRATS...but for the life of me...I cannot remember if I commented before to tell you Congrats on your 300th post...you are so generous...and like everyone said...we are SO thankful for you...I of course just love your photos...and your kiddos are adorable as usual. I'm a follower...and would LOVE to win those certificates but I just won your Starbucks card so I'm okay with you not entering me into the drawing...even though they are SO FANTASTIC as usual...thank you for all your wonderful posts and inspiration:)

undomestic mama said...

LOVE your blog! I'm a new follower too :)

Barbara Jean said...

oh, my. I have never seen so many comments in one place for a giveaway!!
Guess if I ma supposed to win, i will. =0))

blessings

barbara jean

Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie Marie said...

Hi Lola,just poping in to say hello.XXOO Marie Antionette
I can see you are probaly a bit overwhelmed...LOL

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