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November 20, 2019

2019 Favorite Things Giveaway

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10 of my friends and I have joined together to bring you the opportunity to win some of our favorite things! 

A group of cozy day necessities including socks, coffee mug, book, candle and bookmark

There’s nothing quite better than a day curled up on the couch with a warm pair of reading socks, a mug of coffee and a good book! I’m excited to bring you a giveaway today to win a few of my favorite things. Plus, several of my blogging friends are giving away some of THEIR favorite things! Check out all the great giveaways below!

collage of favorite things

I’m so excited to bring this giveaway to you! But first, visit the ten other bloggers who are also giving away their favorite things! The giveaways are shown in the collage above. Take a few minutes and click on each giveaway below and enter in their giveaways today. There are so many great chances to win some really fun things! You can enter my Favorite Things Giveaway at the bottom of this post. 
1. The Little Kitchen | 2. MoscatoMom | 3. Everyday Eyecandy | 4. Live Love Texas | 5. About a Mom | 6. Someday I’ll Learn | 7. Mom Generations | 8. April Golightly | 9. Dine & Dish | 10. Sweet C’s Designs | 11. Cutefetti

flatlay of favorite things

Are you ready to hear about some of my favorite things? Well, one of my favorite ways to spend a winter day is cozied up with a good book, warm socks and a mug of coffee. That’s why I decided to give away some of my favorite things for a cozy day! With this giveaway today you have the opportunity to enter to win the following cozy day in items:

  • Barnes and Noble Faux Sherpa Reading Socks
  • Frosted Coconut Snowball Candle
  • Oh Christmas Night book
  • Natural Life Coffee Mug
  • Drink Good Coffee, Read Good Books Bookmark

Check out all the details about my favorite things below!

Faux Sherpa Reading Socks from Barnes and Noble 

Barnes and Noble knows a thing or two about a cozy day in with books, which is why these Faux Sherpa Reading Socks from Barnes and Noble were one of the first things I picked up for this giveaway. These socks…THESE SOCKS. Oh my gosh, they are so incredibly cozy, lined with faux sherpa, they are the perfect way to keep your feet warm while reading a good book. 

Natural Life Coffee Mug that says Go Out There And Do Amazing ThingsNatural Life Coffee Mug

I love a cute coffee mug and the folks at Natural Life have some of my absolute favorites! In fact if I had a Natural Life store near me, I probably would have filled my giveaway with ALL the things from there. I love everything in their store but I especially like their line of encouraging mugs, like the one I’m giving away today. “Go out there and do amazing things!”. Well, yes I will but after I’ve had my cozy day in, thank you very much. 

Frosted Coconut Snowball Candle from White Barn Candle Company

It’s not a cozy day in without a candle burning, and White Barn Candle Company has some of my most favorite holiday scents. This candle has a hint of an island scent and a hint of fresh-baked cookies. It’s a hard scent to describe but I can tell you one thing…it smells amazing! 

Oh Christmas Night by Jane Porter

I could spend all year reading heartwarming, sometimes a bit cheesy, but always so good Christmas books. Oh Christmas Night by Jane Porter fits everything you want a Christmas book to be. There’s a little bit of drama, a little bit of love, and a whole lot of happy, heartwarming goodness that captures the spirit of the season. If that’s not enough to tempt you, book lovers will enjoy the fact that this book is centered around an old inherited bookstore! Books with bookstores are the best. If you don’t want to wait for the giveaway to end, you can check out Oh Christmas Night here! 

Drink Good Coffee Read Good Books Bookmark on a white backgroundDrink Good Coffee Read Good Books Bookmark

And finally, if you are so super cozy that you doze off for a winter’s nap while reading, you’ll want a cute bookmark to save your spot. The sentiment of this “Drink Good Coffee Read Good Books” bookmark pretty much sums up my favorite kind of cozy day! There’s really nothing better!

Cozy Day Favorite Things with White Background

How to Enter My Favorite Things 2019 Giveaway

  • Entering is simple…just leave a comment on this blog post telling me what you would add as a favorite thing for a cozy day. That’s it! Easy peasy!
  • Did you know I send out a weekly email of things that are making me happy lately? For an extra entry, subscribe to my Happiness Report Newsletter by clicking here, then return to this blog post and leave a separate comment letting me know you subscribed. If you already are subscribed, let me know in a comment and you’ll have an extra entry as well!
  • This giveaway is open from November 20th at 10am EST through December 6th at 11:59pm EST. 1 winner will be chosen by random drawing and notified via a valid email address.

Thanks so much for entering my giveaway and remember to visit all of the other great blogs to enter their favorite things giveaways as well! 

 

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Comments

  1. Daniela Elliott says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:08 am

    Oh la la!

  2. Verda says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:29 am

    Hot cocoa mix

  3. carol clark says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:30 am

    id add a pillow and some good candy

  4. carol clark says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:31 am

    i subcribe to you

  5. Verda says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:40 am

    I subscribed

  6. Julie says

    November 20, 2019 at 11:07 am

    I’ve subcribed!

  7. Julie says

    November 20, 2019 at 11:08 am

    I’d add in a soft, cozy blanket and some hot cocoa.

  8. Audra says

    November 20, 2019 at 11:17 am

    I would add Silly Cow Sea Salt Caramel hot chocolate to put in that mug. It’s so good! I also already subscribe to your newsletter 🙂

  9. Mary says

    November 20, 2019 at 12:42 pm

    cozy blanket is needed!

  10. Mary says

    November 20, 2019 at 12:43 pm

    I subscribe to your email

    • Angela DeBoer says

      November 22, 2019 at 3:10 pm

      Please pick me!!! I’d love to read this book in those socks with that candle burning drinking some cocoa

  11. Sara Zielinski says

    November 20, 2019 at 12:45 pm

    I would add a starbucks gift card for a warm drink, or a netflix gift card for a cozy day in.

  12. Nerlande says

    November 20, 2019 at 1:08 pm

    I would add a soft cozy blanket and hot chocolate

  13. Nerlande says

    November 20, 2019 at 1:09 pm

    I subscribed.

  14. Dana Rodriguez says

    November 20, 2019 at 1:16 pm

    I would add a cozy throw!

  15. Dana Rodriguez says

    November 20, 2019 at 1:17 pm

    I subscribed!

  16. Joanna says

    November 20, 2019 at 2:12 pm

    I’d add a Snuggie!

  17. Kelly D says

    November 20, 2019 at 2:44 pm

    I would add a neck wrap.

  18. Kelly D says

    November 20, 2019 at 2:44 pm

    I am a subscriber.

  19. Lynn says

    November 20, 2019 at 2:47 pm

    I’d add a big fluffy blanket! Love curling up on the couch with a fluffy blanket.

  20. Amanda W says

    November 20, 2019 at 2:53 pm

    My number 1 requirement for a cozy day is a big, fluffy blanket 🙂 I love snuggling deep into one and reading, watching a movie, or cuddling with my fam!

  21. Amanda W says

    November 20, 2019 at 2:54 pm

    Also, I just subscribed! Thanks!!

  22. Diane Sallans says

    November 20, 2019 at 3:24 pm

    I subscribed – I enjoy a cup of hot tea with honey and a few cookies on a chilly afternoon like today

  23. Cheryl says

    November 20, 2019 at 3:43 pm

    I would add hot chocolate k-cups. I always find them soothing and warming.

  24. Cheryl says

    November 20, 2019 at 3:45 pm

    I subscribed to your Happiness Report Newsletter. I’m looking forward to reading it.

  25. Jenna says

    November 20, 2019 at 4:18 pm

    Loving all these cozy items!! I’d probably add a nice cup of hot chocolate!

  26. K. Elizabeth says

    November 20, 2019 at 5:34 pm

    For me personally, the only thing missing is a nice warm, fuzzy blanket. I love curling up one while I read or watch Hallmark Christmas movies.

  27. Christy Spurlock says

    November 20, 2019 at 5:52 pm

    Hot Tea and Blanket! Yep That’s it!!!

  28. Christy Spurlock says

    November 20, 2019 at 5:54 pm

    Just subscribed! So excited!

  29. Amy C. says

    November 20, 2019 at 6:09 pm

    I would add a warm, fuzzy blanket and my cozy day would be complete!

  30. Amy C. says

    November 20, 2019 at 6:11 pm

    I signed up for your newsletter. Thanks for the giveaway!

  31. Kim Henrichs says

    November 20, 2019 at 6:19 pm

    I would add in a cozy blanket!

  32. Jackie says

    November 20, 2019 at 6:35 pm

    The number one thing for my cozy day would be a pair of warm, cozy socks.
    Thank you!

  33. Jackie says

    November 20, 2019 at 6:37 pm

    I subscribed

  34. margaret daley says

    November 20, 2019 at 7:14 pm

    no work

  35. Diane Estrella says

    November 20, 2019 at 7:41 pm

    Cuddling up near my woodstove would make this all perfect together!

  36. Nrhysling says

    November 20, 2019 at 8:10 pm

    Hot chocolate all the way!

  37. Vaishali says

    November 20, 2019 at 9:02 pm

    A good spicy hot chocolate

  38. April says

    November 20, 2019 at 9:24 pm

    I would add Trader Joe’s dark chocolate peanut butter cups. They are the best!

    • Jamie says

      November 21, 2019 at 5:12 am

      I subscribed 👍🏻

  39. KV says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:02 pm

    I would add hot chocolate.

  40. KV says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:05 pm

    I subscribed.

  41. debra p says

    November 21, 2019 at 12:43 am

    A snuggly soft sherpa blanket and arm warmers.

  42. beverly e says

    November 21, 2019 at 2:32 am

    A cozy throw blanket or robe… and anything chocolate!

  43. beverly e says

    November 21, 2019 at 2:35 am

    I subscribed to your newsletter!

  44. Jamie says

    November 21, 2019 at 5:09 am

    Cozy robe and PJ’s

  45. Sharon Rooney says

    November 21, 2019 at 6:21 am

    I would add a soft comfy blanket or throw to my list.

  46. Sharon Rooney says

    November 21, 2019 at 6:23 am

    I subscribed to you.

  47. Laura B. says

    November 21, 2019 at 6:59 am

    A really soft throw blanket and a snack.

  48. Desiree DeYoung says

    November 21, 2019 at 7:55 am

    A no sew throw blanket, popcorn, a movie, and a book related to movie!!!^_^

  49. Bianca Tang says

    November 21, 2019 at 9:00 am

    I’d add a big fluffy blanket!!

  50. jeanna says

    November 21, 2019 at 9:04 am

    I would add a nice, cozy blanket!

  51. Sydney W says

    November 21, 2019 at 12:00 pm

    I would add a soft blanket and hot cocoa

  52. Emily says

    November 21, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    A heated blanket

  53. Amanda S. says

    November 21, 2019 at 1:33 pm

    I like the hot cocoa mix someone posted but add peppermint schnapps and a cozy throw. Perfect.

  54. Melanie Blackmore says

    November 21, 2019 at 2:26 pm

    A great Spotify playlist!! I love the music of the Dr. Zvighago Movie.

  55. Lisa says

    November 21, 2019 at 6:36 pm

    I’d add peppermint hot chocolate and a cozy blanket.

  56. Lisa says

    November 21, 2019 at 6:36 pm

    I subscribed.

  57. Melissa Storms says

    November 21, 2019 at 7:08 pm

    This looks perfect, the only thing I could think to add is a cozy throw.

  58. Liz N. says

    November 22, 2019 at 4:44 am

    A chocolate chip cookie and some hot tea!

  59. Annette says

    November 22, 2019 at 5:02 am

    I’d add a holiday scented hand lotion.

  60. Annette says

    November 22, 2019 at 5:03 am

    I”m subscribed.

  61. Amanda B says

    November 22, 2019 at 6:44 am

    I would add a cozy robe!!!

  62. Amanda B. says

    November 22, 2019 at 6:44 am

    I subscribed! Thank you for the giveaway!

  63. Sara Perrera says

    November 22, 2019 at 7:36 am

    A soft blanket would make it extra cozy.

  64. latanya says

    November 22, 2019 at 7:49 am

    A Saranoni Blanket

  65. Katie M says

    November 22, 2019 at 8:03 am

    A warm blanket, a book, and a fur baby on your lap….pure heaven

  66. Beth Hern says

    November 22, 2019 at 8:06 am

    A good warm cozy blanket.

  67. Beth Hern says

    November 22, 2019 at 8:06 am

    I subscribed.

  68. Wehaf says

    November 22, 2019 at 8:51 am

    I would add my favorite tea. 🙂

  69. Cindy Peterson says

    November 22, 2019 at 9:25 am

    I would add a warm puppy and a good book

  70. Cindy Peterson says

    November 22, 2019 at 9:26 am

    I would add a warm puppy and a comfy minky blanket

  71. Sonya says

    November 22, 2019 at 9:31 am

    I would add a sheet face mask and some moisturizer.

  72. Lauren Becker says

    November 22, 2019 at 10:01 am

    What a fab giveaway. I would add my cat and a warm blanket. 🙂

    -Lauren

  73. Carol Moore says

    November 22, 2019 at 10:09 am

    I would add a heated blanket.

  74. Carol Moore says

    November 22, 2019 at 10:09 am

    I subscribed!

  75. Cassie McNabb says

    November 22, 2019 at 11:02 am

    Need some cozy pajamas and a cozy blanket

  76. Sami says

    November 22, 2019 at 11:18 am

    I’d add a journal with a purple pen.

  77. Sami says

    November 22, 2019 at 11:19 am

    I’m already a newsletter subscriber

  78. Michelle J. says

    November 22, 2019 at 12:34 pm

    I would add peanut butter M&Ms–yum!

  79. Ashley Hewell says

    November 22, 2019 at 12:36 pm

    I’d add a weighted blanket.

  80. Melanie Chezem says

    November 22, 2019 at 1:17 pm

    Love! Love! Love! ❤️

  81. Elizabeth McCall says

    November 22, 2019 at 1:44 pm

    A nice glass of bourbon. 😉

  82. Andrea Santelli says

    November 22, 2019 at 1:46 pm

    Subscribed,…. popcorn an a roaring fire!!

  83. Stacy says

    November 22, 2019 at 2:08 pm

    I’d love a fleece blanket with me

  84. Stacy says

    November 22, 2019 at 2:09 pm

    I subscribe

  85. Michelle Sommerfeld says

    November 22, 2019 at 3:02 pm

    Cozy socks and a good book look great right now

  86. Angela DeBoer says

    November 22, 2019 at 3:12 pm

    I needed to correct the Instagram account . I really want this!

  87. Leah S. says

    November 22, 2019 at 4:52 pm

    I would add some calming Christmas music in background!

  88. Melissa Hartley says

    November 22, 2019 at 7:55 pm

    I would add a couple of good rom/com movies to the mix😁🎉💙
    Thanks so much!

  89. Melissa Hartley says

    November 22, 2019 at 7:57 pm

    Subscribed to your “Happiness” newsletter 🙂 melly66@sbcglobal.net

  90. Laurajj says

    November 23, 2019 at 9:56 am

    I would love to add a Christmas fleece blanket to cuddle up with while reading!

  91. Laurajj says

    November 23, 2019 at 9:57 am

    Im a subscriber

  92. Jamie Lentz says

    November 23, 2019 at 10:51 am

    I would add in a fleece blanket!

  93. Jamie Lentz says

    November 23, 2019 at 10:52 am

    I am subscribed to your newsletter– thanks for the giveaway!

  94. Jaye Smith says

    November 23, 2019 at 11:09 am

    Definitely some more hot chocolate and lots of truffles.

  95. Darlene Carbajal says

    November 23, 2019 at 11:26 am

    I would love to add a beanie and gloves!

  96. Sara says

    November 23, 2019 at 12:59 pm

    2 cozy Shih Tzu’s! Lol

  97. Audrey says

    November 23, 2019 at 1:49 pm

    Chocolate chip cookies, hot chocolate with marshmallows, sof fluffy blanket thro & sold pillow.

  98. Nickie says

    November 23, 2019 at 1:59 pm

    Hot chocolate mix

  99. Laura says

    November 23, 2019 at 2:10 pm

    I’m a relatively new subscriber to your blog so hello! I love your picks and the only thing I would add would be a soft, cozy wrap. In cashmere would be extra nice!

  100. Bonita says

    November 23, 2019 at 2:11 pm

    I would have to have my dog (Ava) curled up beside me…

  101. Sue Ringsdorf says

    November 23, 2019 at 2:50 pm

    I’d add some little chocolate covered edible spoons to stir the coffee. I have some and they are to do for!

  102. Stacie says

    November 23, 2019 at 3:21 pm

    Hot cocoa!

  103. Stacie says

    November 23, 2019 at 3:22 pm

    I subscribe!

  104. Linda C Sturgeon says

    November 23, 2019 at 4:36 pm

    My two doxies to snuggle.

  105. Laura Grace Andry says

    November 23, 2019 at 4:50 pm

    I would add a cozy faux fur throw blanket and some tea 🙂

  106. Angela Beedle says

    November 23, 2019 at 5:10 pm

    I love all these things for cozy days in. You know reading is one of my FAVORITE things! But my favorite ingredients for a cozy day in are my hubby and daughter with me and my furbaby in my lap. Perfect.
    Happy Thanksgiving!

  107. Donna Clifford says

    November 23, 2019 at 5:20 pm

    A cozy, warm blanket and a flffy warm cat. 🙂

  108. Terri Upton says

    November 23, 2019 at 5:27 pm

    Christmas cookies and a warm fire.

  109. Rebecca B says

    November 23, 2019 at 5:31 pm

    I would add some chocolate or some salted caramel… or chocolate covered salted caramels.

  110. Rebecca B says

    November 23, 2019 at 5:32 pm

    I’m already subscribed:)

  111. Dianna says

    November 23, 2019 at 5:40 pm

    All of these things look like wonderful items to make a cozy day. I was going to say add a blanket, but since many have already said that, I’ll suggest adding a cat!

  112. Ally says

    November 23, 2019 at 5:49 pm

    I would add a nice chocolate bar or maybe some dried fruit (:

  113. Peggy Rydzewski says

    November 23, 2019 at 5:51 pm

    A fireplace

  114. beth shepherd says

    November 23, 2019 at 8:01 pm

    Cant go wrong with some hot chocolate. Than kyou

  115. Jamie Jasinski says

    November 23, 2019 at 8:04 pm

    A sweet smelling hand lotion!

  116. Jamie Jasinski says

    November 23, 2019 at 8:05 pm

    I subscribed

  117. Kathy E. says

    November 23, 2019 at 8:31 pm

    I have been a subscriber for a long time!
    duchick at mchsi dot com

  118. Kathy E. says

    November 23, 2019 at 8:32 pm

    I would add something yummy to enjoy, like dark chocolate or some nuts!
    duchick at mchsi dot com

  119. Ali Celestino says

    November 23, 2019 at 9:24 pm

    I would add a warm bowl of veggie soup!

  120. Jean F says

    November 23, 2019 at 10:25 pm

    A fleece blanket

  121. Leslie says

    November 23, 2019 at 10:45 pm

    I subscribed.

  122. Leslie says

    November 23, 2019 at 10:49 pm

    I would also want my Kindle Paperwhite with a favorite book loaded up.

    • Linda Walker says

      November 24, 2019 at 8:17 am

      Some lip balm and a blanket.

  123. Emily Woodward says

    November 24, 2019 at 12:04 am

    I just subscribed! Looking forward to the newsletter!

  124. Emily Woodward says

    November 24, 2019 at 12:05 am

    I would add Starbucks double hot chocolate. It’s so so delicious and chocolatey.

  125. Kay says

    November 24, 2019 at 3:12 am

    I would add a snuggly blanket and sweet treat.

  126. Kay says

    November 24, 2019 at 3:14 am

    I am a subscriber.

  127. Anne Barratt says

    November 24, 2019 at 6:47 am

    A playlist of smooth jazz.

  128. Emily Costos says

    November 24, 2019 at 7:55 am

    Definitely a cozy blanket and fluffy pillow

  129. Colleen Morris says

    November 24, 2019 at 8:45 am

    P.J.’s, my blankie and some peppermint hot chocolate. And a couple of hours of me time!

  130. Cindy H says

    November 24, 2019 at 9:02 am

    A bowl of salted caramel popcorn and a cafe au lait would complete the picture for me. I’m already a subscriber.

  131. Jaye Smith says

    November 24, 2019 at 9:07 am

    I subscribed

  132. Wendy H says

    November 24, 2019 at 1:53 pm

    A fleece blanket and a milk chocolate bar (or two). Maybe one with caramel in it…… 😊

  133. Wendy H says

    November 24, 2019 at 1:54 pm

    And I already subscribe to,your wonderful Happiness Report! 😊

  134. Alina says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:34 pm

    I’d add a cozy robe.

  135. Alina says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:35 pm

    Already subscribe 🙂

  136. Sean says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:35 pm

    I’d add hot chocolate and marshmallows.

  137. Sean says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:36 pm

    Subscribed.

  138. SC says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:37 pm

    A night light and gourmet chocolate.

  139. SC says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:38 pm

    I subscribed.

  140. Brix says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:39 pm

    I would add a blanket and a piece of candy.

  141. Brix says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:39 pm

    subscriber

  142. Stafford says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:41 pm

    Fire and a some hot chocolate.

  143. Stafford says

    November 24, 2019 at 2:41 pm

    I subscribed.

  144. Mya Murphy says

    November 24, 2019 at 3:07 pm

    Chocolate, a fuzzy blanket, and some soft music.. This sounds delightful! ☺

  145. Mya Murphy says

    November 24, 2019 at 3:08 pm

    I’m a new subscriber!!

  146. Laura says

    November 24, 2019 at 7:53 pm

    I would add chocolate chip cookies 🙂

  147. Laura says

    November 24, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    I’m subscribed to the newsletter!

  148. Mia J says

    November 24, 2019 at 10:12 pm

    I would add a soft comfy sweatshirt.

  149. Tina W says

    November 25, 2019 at 4:49 am

    I’d add a glass of wine at the end of that relaxing day!

  150. Shannon Goldschmidt says

    November 25, 2019 at 6:11 am

    I would probably add in some of my favorite chocolates or some of my favorite hot cocoa.

  151. Shannon Goldschmidt says

    November 25, 2019 at 6:11 am

    I just subscribed.

  152. LynneMarie says

    November 25, 2019 at 7:45 am

    I would add an electric blanket and my two cats curled up on my lap.

  153. Vanessa says

    November 25, 2019 at 7:58 am

    I am subscribed. Gourmet Coffee!

  154. Terri Upton says

    November 25, 2019 at 8:34 am

    I’m a subscriber. Thanks

  155. manda says

    November 25, 2019 at 9:30 am

    Coffee is what I would add.

  156. Sj Dc says

    November 25, 2019 at 11:09 am

    A warm big hug from a loved one is the coziest of all 🙂

  157. Anne says

    November 25, 2019 at 3:05 pm

    To me, nothing says “cozy” quite like a snoring dog curled up on the couch next to me! And like many of the other commenters, I do enjoy a nice warm throw blanket on a chilly day.

  158. paige chandler says

    November 25, 2019 at 3:43 pm

    I would add a face mask. oooh la la

  159. Holly D says

    November 25, 2019 at 6:57 pm

    The perfect playlist in the background. Perhaps some classic Christmas songs for this time of year 🙂

  160. Natalie J Vandenberghe says

    November 25, 2019 at 11:55 pm

    I’d add good chocolate or my favorite cookie to go with the coffee.

  161. Janelle says

    November 26, 2019 at 8:54 am

    I would add a cozy blanket to curl up with!

  162. Janice Wright says

    November 26, 2019 at 11:05 am

    I would add a nice cuddly throw.

  163. Tamra Phelps says

    November 26, 2019 at 4:09 pm

    I would add some of the bon bons my Grandma bought at Christmas. They were coconut bon bons coated in multi-colored white chocolate. I love those balls of sweetness!

  164. Tamra Phelps says

    November 26, 2019 at 4:12 pm

    I subscribed, too. Thanks!

  165. S says

    November 26, 2019 at 5:57 pm

    A super soft cozy throw!!

  166. Theresa Jenkins says

    November 27, 2019 at 9:49 am

    I would add a soft comfy blanket

  167. Theresa Jenkins says

    November 27, 2019 at 9:50 am

    subscribed

  168. Lisa says

    November 27, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    I would add tea/hot chocolate!

  169. Kimberlyindy1 says

    November 27, 2019 at 4:42 pm

    A wrap.

  170. Denise says

    November 28, 2019 at 1:05 am

    Wonderful gift ideas.

    Thanks for the chance to win!

  171. Amy Conley says

    November 28, 2019 at 11:07 am

    The only thing which could make the day better would be having my grandkids around. This is an awesome giveaway, thank you.

  172. Heather says

    November 28, 2019 at 9:24 pm

    This is a great giveaway! Nothing better than a good book! I think I’d add some nice foot balm and hand lotion!

  173. Leslie P. says

    November 29, 2019 at 12:23 am

    I would add some hot chocolate or herbal tea.

  174. Audrey says

    November 29, 2019 at 6:21 am

    A nice cup of flavorful coffee!

  175. Sarah C says

    November 29, 2019 at 3:36 pm

    I’m a subscriber and I love your emails 🙂

  176. Sarah C says

    November 29, 2019 at 3:38 pm

    I would add some hot chocolate and Kahlua or Bailey’s!

  177. Elena says

    November 29, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    I would add a cozy blanket

  178. Sarah Oswald says

    November 30, 2019 at 1:07 am

    I cozy up on the couch with my soft warm blanket and watch TV.

  179. Sarah Oswald says

    November 30, 2019 at 1:09 am

    I’m an email subscriber

  180. Amanda Whitley says

    November 30, 2019 at 5:15 pm

    i would add some chocolate and a nice warm robe

  181. Terrie K. says

    November 30, 2019 at 6:50 pm

    Hot cocoa and a tea sampler that I would enjoy until the end of the Christmas book.

  182. Lissa Crane says

    November 30, 2019 at 7:15 pm

    I would add my favorite plaid fuzzy blanket and some hot cocoa!

  183. Lissa Crane says

    November 30, 2019 at 7:18 pm

    I happily subscribed!

  184. Maria B says

    November 30, 2019 at 7:19 pm

    I would add some biscotti cookies to this awesome cozy prize.

  185. HilLesha O'Nan says

    December 1, 2019 at 2:11 am

    A snuggly blanket and one of my favorite magazines, such as Bella Grace.

  186. Tracie Cooper says

    December 1, 2019 at 11:31 am

    I would add a pair of comfy leggings!

  187. Tracie Cooper says

    December 1, 2019 at 11:32 am

    I subscribe as tmcooper1972@gmail.com

  188. Lisa Walker says

    December 1, 2019 at 1:47 pm

    I would add a face mask!

  189. Lisa Walker says

    December 1, 2019 at 1:48 pm

    I subscribed to your emails! Thanks for the chance to win!

  190. Gwendolyn Jordan says

    December 1, 2019 at 4:14 pm

    A throw and a pillow

  191. Linda says

    December 1, 2019 at 7:52 pm

    I am already a subscriber! Thanks for the fun giveaway I would add hot cocoa ,blanket, gas firerplace going and a fun Christmas no to read….

  192. adriana says

    December 1, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    I would add in a throw blanket and chapstick.

  193. Stevie says

    December 1, 2019 at 8:22 pm

    I would definitely add a heating pad as my favorite thing LOL

  194. Ola says

    December 1, 2019 at 11:55 pm

    A box of tea

  195. Cynthia Gaarder says

    December 2, 2019 at 10:30 am

    fuzzy blankets and a hot beverage

  196. JennyLynn241 says

    December 2, 2019 at 9:23 pm

    Eggnog and my cat!

  197. Carol Muth says

    December 3, 2019 at 7:29 am

    drinking too much coffee and reading a book or watching a movie in my most comfortable pjs

  198. Susan Christy says

    December 3, 2019 at 10:17 am

    I would add some scented lotion and a small package of gourmet chocolate.

  199. Donna S says

    December 3, 2019 at 2:44 pm

    I wou8ld add some shortbread cookies.

  200. Lisa Allen says

    December 3, 2019 at 3:21 pm

    I’d add something yummy in that mug 🙂 Already subscribe, too. <3

  201. Missy says

    December 3, 2019 at 6:25 pm

    A few things … my husband, warm chocolate chip cookies and my favorite holiday jazz playlist.

  202. Angelique Meisner says

    December 4, 2019 at 7:58 am

    All that I would add is my electric blanket for a cozy afternoon

  203. Sandi Brooker says

    December 4, 2019 at 8:46 am

    I would add some sweet and salty snacks!

  204. Judi Roode says

    December 4, 2019 at 12:59 pm

    A sherpa pillow and throw!

  205. Sarah says

    December 4, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    I would add my pup as my cozy companion.

  206. Sarah says

    December 4, 2019 at 4:29 pm

    I’m subscribed.

  207. nosogirl says

    December 4, 2019 at 6:15 pm

    A hot cup of tea.

  208. Mary Gardner says

    December 4, 2019 at 7:24 pm

    I would add some really good dark chocolate!

  209. Mary Gardner says

    December 4, 2019 at 7:25 pm

    I am an email subscriber.

  210. Tabathia B says

    December 4, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    I would add a throw or blanket

  211. Judy Gregory says

    December 4, 2019 at 11:11 pm

    One of my Fluffanators. (Dogs. Pomereanians.)

  212. Judy Gregory says

    December 4, 2019 at 11:13 pm

    Subscribed.

  213. Ellen Casper says

    December 5, 2019 at 7:53 am

    I’d add a chunky blanket

  214. Ellen Casper says

    December 5, 2019 at 7:54 am

    I subscribed to your newsletter

  215. Nicole Fall says

    December 5, 2019 at 8:53 am

    I would add a comfy, oversized blanket!!

  216. Cynthia Richardson says

    December 5, 2019 at 10:14 am

    As a favorite thing for a cozy day I would add an eggnog latte

  217. Cynthia Richardson says

    December 5, 2019 at 10:21 am

    I think I subscribed – didn’t get a message or email – ??

  218. Heather Kaufman says

    December 5, 2019 at 1:51 pm

    I would add kettle corn.

  219. Michelle H. says

    December 5, 2019 at 2:16 pm

    Chocolate would be nice.

  220. Crystal Rose says

    December 5, 2019 at 4:00 pm

    I would have a cup of peppermint tea with honey.

  221. Hesper Fry says

    December 5, 2019 at 7:10 pm

    A cup of hot white tea and some high quality milk chocolate!

  222. Rose Santuci-Sofranko says

    December 5, 2019 at 7:22 pm

    He’s not a “thing” but my hubby and his hugs sure are cozy! Oh, and a warm, snuggly blanket is cozy two! Thanks and God bless!

  223. Rose Santuci-Sofranko says

    December 5, 2019 at 7:27 pm

    I signed up for your newsletter too! Thanks and God bless!

  224. Beverly Metcalf says

    December 5, 2019 at 8:15 pm

    Love the socks and some hot cocoa would be nice, too! Thanks!

  225. Candie L says

    December 5, 2019 at 8:46 pm

    You have to have a big huge fuzzy blanket and a Honey Schukums. Thank you

  226. Stephanie Liske says

    December 5, 2019 at 9:24 pm

    I would add a comfy hoodie zip up jacket.

  227. lisa king says

    December 5, 2019 at 10:24 pm

    i think a blanket or throw or some chocolates

  228. lisa king says

    December 5, 2019 at 10:25 pm

    subscribed to email

  229. Sand says

    December 5, 2019 at 10:44 pm

    For a cozy day, I need comfortable clothes, my favorite mug filled with coffee and a good book!

  230. Alecia G says

    December 5, 2019 at 11:09 pm

    I would add some hot chocolate, particularly, the Land O’Lakes flavored cocoa. It’s so good and instantly warms me up on a cold winter day.

  231. Alecia G says

    December 5, 2019 at 11:09 pm

    I subscribed to your newsletter.

  232. Linda K says

    December 6, 2019 at 5:35 am

    I would add a cozy blanket and Christmas music

  233. gala says

    December 6, 2019 at 8:34 am

    I’d add some nice tea

  234. Donna Porter says

    December 6, 2019 at 11:40 am

    I subscribed…

  235. Donna Porter says

    December 6, 2019 at 11:45 am

    I would add some coffee to go in that beautiful mug. Also my favorite blanket so I can cuddle on the couch and read that amazing sounding book!

  236. Cynthia Richardson says

    December 6, 2019 at 11:58 am

    I would add an hot eggnog latte

    • Cynthia Richardson says

      December 6, 2019 at 12:01 pm

      Please delete this duplicate entry. And I was able to confirm that I did subscribe.
      Thanks!

  237. Leah Shumack says

    December 6, 2019 at 1:50 pm

    Just gotta add some hot chocolate with mini marshmallows and a couple of frosted sugar cookies…that’s a perfect comfy day!

  238. Audrey Stewart says

    December 6, 2019 at 2:19 pm

    I have to have a soft throw, a good book and some hot cocoa is the perfect thing for me.

  239. Audrey Stewart says

    December 6, 2019 at 2:20 pm

    I subscribed. Thank you for the chance.

  240. Lowanda J says

    December 6, 2019 at 7:27 pm

    Hey there! Thanks for hosting such a sweet giveaway! I would definitely add some Starbucks coffee to that mug and chill on the sofa watching Hulu or Netflix! 🙂

  241. Billie R says

    December 6, 2019 at 8:38 pm

    Hot cocoa and a super comfortable blanket. Thanks for the chance to win.

  242. Amy Baker says

    December 6, 2019 at 10:25 pm

    I’d add a kitten and a throw

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New ink inspired by a quote in my friend @andiemmitchell amazing memoir “It Was Me All Along”. 

I tend to be an all or nothing person and look at long term and get overwhelmed instead of just taking things one day at a time. I’ve said her quote to myself multiple times a day for years. Now I’ll have a permanent reminder. 

The full quote: “Can you do it today? Can you make it through today without bingeing? Just today, and tomorrow we’ll reconsider?”

I need to go back and get a couple missed spots filled in but I love it. Thanks Rob at @irezumitattookc 🎉

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My snow and mountain loving, free spirited, book reading, laugh inducing, amazing friend @mountainmamacooks wrote a cookbook. It’s beautiful and just so perfect! I’m sharing all about it on the blog today and I also gave her Crispy Kahlua French Toast recipe the double dip treatment.

Find the recipe and get a peek into her book over on Dine & Dish! (PS I miss you tons, Kelley!)

#apresallday #frenchtoastrecipe #brunchideas #cookbooks #mountainmama #skiingislife
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Here’s a fun fact I heard on the radio several years ago…October 5th is the most popular day to be born (9 months prior is New Years Eve-ish). 🎉 

Happy birthday to all my many many birthday twins out there! It’s the big 4-8 for me…although this past year as a Covid long hauler I feel like I’ve aged 20 years in the past 1. But things are looking up! I’m excited for the next 365 days of my life. I’m blessed and so thankful to still be here, chugging along.

This picture is from last week when @kellykdoyle and I were visiting colleges in Colorado. If I have any followers with ties to @coloradostateuniversity or @cuboulder I’d love to chat! 

#october5th #birthdaytwins #gardenofthegods #birthdayweek #coloradosprings
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I love being a parent of teens...but I miss the days of parenting kids who loved going to school, who didn't struggle with major anxiety, who loved their bodies, and were confident about how they looked. I miss pre-covid days where lunch wasn't distanced, kids had the opportunity to connect and socialize at school, where mask-wearing wasn't even a topic, let alone one that divides. 

The past 2 years have changed my kids. They have gained so many positive things, but they've also gained a new kind of anxiety that wasn't there before. And I hate it for them. They've seen first hand how long haul covid has changed our family. They've seen the selfishness of others in ways they haven't seen before. They've had to grow up faster, worry about things they shouldn't have to worry about, and learn the hard way how this world can really be. And it hurts my heart for them. 

I have a new senior, sophomore and 6th grader here at home. Missing my sophomore in college a ton. I hope the world is kind to them and they are kind to the world. I want nothing more than for them to be happy and to be surrounded by good people who love and accept them for who they are and who also push them to live a full, rich and happy life. I pray every day for them - and for your kids...and pray that we are all raising a generation of empathetic and kind changemakers.

#loveoneanother❤️ #parentingteens #momofteens #anxietyawareness #backtoschooloutfit #changemakers #parenthood_moments
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These two small business owners had a successful launch day for their new clothing and accessory brand, @impatient.us I’m so proud of my daughter @kellykdoyle & daughter from another mother, @kyleemdunn for making the time and financial commitment to launch their dream brand! They’ve done it all so independently and have navigated starting a small business way better than I could have at 17! Thanks to everyone who sent words of encouragement and showered them with support. It’s means so much! 

Follow their journey at @impatient.us and shop the link in their profile!

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I was a “houseplant lady” before the pandemic, but I think since the pandemic I get to add the word “crazy” to that title. So. Many. Plants. I’m not mad about it!

This weekend @kctinygreenhouse I picked up this beautiful Monstera Peru as well as a bag of Jeff’s Jungle Mix. You know when a new to you potting mix has you super excited, you’ve crossed the line into la la land 😂 Swipe to see how pretty it is!

What pandemic hobby did you pick up?

#plantmomlife #crazyplantpeople #houseplantlove #monsteraperu #pottingmix #plantobsession #plantcollectors #plantsmakepeoplehappy
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Yesterday we spent a few hours down in the West Bottoms visiting the grand opening of @kctinygreenhouse newest location . KC Plant fam, head there. Just trust me! Plants loved and cared for with the best good vibes, all ready to join your crazy plant person home. You’ll find goodies from local KC artisans as well, like @pigeoncandles 

Come for the plants, leave with a heart full of happy!

#westbottoms #tinygreenhouse #plantfamily #pandemicprojects #shoplocalkc #happyplants #plantvibes #summerofyes
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Last night in the suite @kcroyals ...I almost cried. Man it feels so good to be doing normal things. I’ll never take this for granted! Making this the summer of yes...I’m going to say yes to as many events/outings/opportunities as possible! Who’s in? #summerofyes
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Ella is 15 today! Those of you who have been with Dine & Dish since the very beginning have been a part of Ella’s life since the start too! 15 years sure does go by in a flash, both with businesses and babies.
Happy birthday @ella.r.doyle 💕💕💕 We love you!
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I want to live in the big city, yet also want to live in the country. I want to live by the beach, yet also want to live in the mountains. I either need multiple lives or multiple homes! 

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I’m officially one step closer to reaching peak plant lady status! 🪴

I’m welcoming these plant cuttings from the Hello Kathy Plant Etsy Shop to my already booming collection. When I saw people rave about her “Mystery Box” of plant cuttings I knew I had to buy one. 2 things I love...mystery boxes and plants!

Now I need to figure out how to keep them alive. Any advice? 😃 🪴

#plantladyisthenewcatlady #plantladylife #plantcuttings #newplants #etsyshopping #shopsmallbusinesses #plantloversofinstagram
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Hi, friend! I Thought I’d just say “hey” and check in and add some pretty flowers to your feed.

We’re over here dragging ourselves across the school finish line...so close to done physically, but over done, mentally. Can you relate?

My coaching business is going great, I’m working with some truly incredible, inspiring women right now which makes me so happy! I’ll be launching 2 new group coaching  classes (for women and entrepreneurs) in a few weeks so be sure to follow @rockyourhappy if you are interested in being updated on those!

Jacob comes home from college this week and my parents are coming to visit for a couple of weeks as well. And it’s almost my favorite time of the year, summer!! 

How are things going with you? What’s going good and making you happy? Or what do you need a hand or listening ear with? Touch base! I’ve missed you!

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Book Lovers Giveaway (read to the end)!!! ⬇️ ⬇️ 

Supporting my local independent bookstore @rainydaybooks looks a lot different than it used to these days. Temporarily gone are the days of lingering in store, browsing the shelves, walking out with an armful of books I didn’t expect to buy. The pandemic has made independent bookstores pivot in ways they’ve never had to before, but I’m so happy to say they are CRUSHING IT! And as we virtually celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on 4/24, I wanted to share a way you too can help keep Independent bookstores afloat now (and in the future).

You know I’m a huge fan of @librofm , the absolute best audiobook alternative that gives money back to the independent bookstore of your choice with your audiobook purchases. Well, to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on 4/24, they are giving YOU a free audiobook! Here’s what you need to do…

Spend $15 or more at your bookstore between April 24th and 26th. Submit your receipt at libro.fm/ibd and Libro.fm will email you a link to your free audiobook by April 28th! Easy peasy, right?

Wait! There’s more! 🌟 I’d love to give one Dine & Dish follower the chance to win a 3 month @Librofm audiobook membership. To enter, simply tag your favorite independent bookstore here and tell me what you love the most about it! That’s it! Winner will be chosen at random on April 27th. Yay, books!

#indiebookstoreday #indiebookstore #bookstoreshoutout 
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Can’t believe we’re doing the college tour thing already with my second baby! 

So question for any of you who sent your kids to out of state schools or went to out of state schools...how did you do it? She wants to get the heck out of Kansas (I’d like to go with her!). We have money saved, she’ll most likely get a scholarship or two, she’s paying and has money saved as well...but even with that out of state tuition is a beast of an amount. So, did you just assume that student loans were going to be part of that life? And is that worth it to give your kids a shot at a new life outside of your home state? I wish I would have left Kansas for university, and have been here since I was born 😩. I want different for her if that’s what she wants but also just don’t have any experience with how people do out of state college! Any tips?

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J is for...jam!
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My friend @wakschmale makes the best strawberry jam...and I completely forgot about a jar she gave me last year until this morning. Which then inspired me to make my favorite buttermilk biscuits. So so good. Are you a jam, honey, just butter or plain biscuit fan? I love biscuits allll the ways, except with gravy. I have super bad memories of biscuits and gravy growing up. 🤢
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I’m still slowly making my way through the alphabet for @kimklassen_innercircle a-z photo challenge. I’m bound and determined to finish. It may just take me a little longer than I originally anticipated 🤗.
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It took me 2 months to get this Crispy Chickpea Pantry Pasta recipe up on the blog. 🤦‍♀️But it’s there now! You can find the link in my Instagram profile.
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Also, just noticed Instagram took away the like count on posts. I kind of like that...what do you think?
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I is for Inspiration!
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The “long haul” effects of having Covid back in December are really presenting themselves lately. The continuous persistent headaches are taking a toll and the connection between the brain fog and word retrieval function of my brain has been extra challenging. I had no idea a couple months out, the cognitive effects would still be hanging around.
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With that said, when I get a burst of inspiration I’m grabbing on for dear life. I made our favorite chocolate chip cookies recipe yesterday and felt the desire to update the blog post photos from 2007! We make these cookies all the time, so I’m not sure why it’s taken me so many years to give that poor post some new photos.
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If you’re interested in the recipe you can find the link currently in my profile. Enjoy!!
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@kimklassen_innercircle #kimklassen_innercircle #chocolatechipcookie #cookiestagram #foodphotography #feedfeedbaking #plateofcookies #cookiephotography #eatcaptureshare #recipeoftheweek
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H is for...high!
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It was so strange being on a plane again. I’m so thankful I have the antibodies because the flights were full, which seemed wrong, but everyone around me did seem to keep their masks on, so that was good.
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I can’t wait until travel becomes a regular part of life again. I’ve missed it so much!
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 @kimklassen_innercircle @southwestair @windowswap #cloudphotography #cloudsofinstagram #flightview #iflyswa #imisstravelling #skylove #planepics #myviewtoday #beautifulviews
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G is for...oh so grateful!

I flew to South Texas yesterday to visit my parents whom I haven’t seen in 2 years. They live around 17 hours away from us. We typical get to see each other a few times a year but with the pandemic and other health issues it just wasn’t able to happen and I’ve missed them soooo much.

Grateful to have had COVID last month. Although it was not at all fun, it gave me the antibodies to make this trip possible. My dad is having surgery tomorrow so I’m helping with my mom so my dad can recover without having to worry about her.

Kansas is enjoying frigid temperatures and snow. I picked a great week to head south.
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F is for...food photography.
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This time of year especially, food photography (and I guess all photography actually) is a tug of war with time and light. I had planned on making and photographing a delicious pasta recipe, but my grocery delivery ran a couple of hours late because of snowstorm. So, at the eleventh hour I decided to make a cake...that took over an hour to bake and I had about 90 minutes of natural light left...leaving me with about 30 minutes of ok light to work with.
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Anyway, this wouldn't work for a client shoot because the cake, although delicious, didn't turn out looking so great. But it will work great for today's F photo for the @kimklassen_innercircle A-Z photo project:) Lemon Citrus Yogurt Cake from this weeks @cabotcheese newsletter. So good!
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#eatcake #eatcaptureshare #eatcakebehappy #lemoncake #cakecakecakecake #foodiegram #yahoofood #dessertsofinstagram #sweettooth #kimklassen_innercircle #fisforfood
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