It's My Birthday... and a Jamberry Giveaway Winner!!

If you know me in real life, you know that I'm shy.  I HATE being the center of attention and am very go with the flow...  However, my birthday is my day.  My one day to get the few things that I really want.  So I embrace the day! I hope that isn't selfish!

If you are following me on Instagram, you've already seen this - but I'm really enjoying seeing pictures of myself as a little kid lately.  These pictures were my grandmother's and came home with my dad after his trip to Texas last month.

Congratulations to my lucky Jamberry giveaway winner - Jennifer! You all can expect another Jamberry giveaway in the fall, and I'll be having another birthday month giveaway starting in a few days!

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I am having extra incentives for Jamberry hostesses.  :-)  If you'd like to host a party, email me or click the link on my Jamberry website!

Five on Friday - Birthday Weekend

It's Friday again.  How did that happen?  Somehow the week has flown by, and I'm looking forward to my birthday weekend! I'm linking up with the lovely April again this week.

Happy Birthday to this guy.  Thank you for telling me every year that I'm your favorite birthday present, for helping me foster a love of animals at an early age, and for bestowing nicknames on me that no one else understands.  :-)  I hope this is a wonderful birthday for you and the start of an amazing year!

 



I'm hoping to get a little sewing time this weekend.  A trip to JoAnn Fabric yielded a few good sized remnants for a really good deal!  I think the dachshund fabric (SO CUTE!!) will turn into no-tie bandanas for the rescue and the lattice print will be a dress for Paisley.

Part of my dad's birthday present is an outing to the movies.  There are a few that I want to see.  As much as I really want to the Minions, I don't think that's exactly on my dad's wish list.  Have you seen either Jurassic World of Terminator Genisys?

Don't look now, but I joined a gym.  Pray for me, people!  It's been a while and I'm a klutz, so I'm hedging my bets and starting with water aerobics.  You know...AFTER I enjoy my birthday weekend!

My Jamberry giveaway ends Friday at midnight EST.  Move quick and get entered!  Another "birthday month" giveaway is coming next week!

What's on your agenda this weekend?

Five on Friday - Independence Day

Happy Independence Day!!!  I'm finding that I'm really starting to look forward to the Five on Friday link-up with April. There are so many really great bloggers that linked up that I can go visit!

I love fireworks! Before my brother's deployment, he loved fireworks too.  Unfortunately, he came back from Afghanistan, like many others with PTSD.  This makes fireworks difficult for a lot of our current soldiers and veterans.  If you have a veteran or currently enlisted soldier in your neighborhood, please consider talking to them.  Knowing when you anticipate setting off fireworks won't take away their PTSD, but may give them time to leave or utilize coping mechanisms.

Did you know that the 5th of July is one of the busiest days of the year for shelters?  Fireworks are scary for many pets, which triggers their fight or flight response.  Be sure to keep your furbabies inside and safe while you enjoy the fireworks!

How do we celebrate the 4th of July at work? With flag onesies! #letfreedomring #work #fun #independenceday

A photo posted by Nicole Fowler (@cole711) on Jul 1, 2015 at 11:12am PDT

In case you were wondering...this is what the 4th of July looks like at my office!

If you haven't dropped by my blog this week, you haven't heard about my Jamberry giveaway yet!  You can enter to win two sheets of Jamberry nails of your choice on this post!

I came across this berry popsicle recipe and can't wait to try it!  How festive and yummy looking, right?!


Have a fabulous weekend weekend, everyone!

Jamberry Nails Giveaway

Happy July!  It's my birthday month.  :-)  While I don't like being the center of attention, I do enjoy having a little fun, so we'll be having a few giveaways this month!

I'm kicking off the giveaways with Jamberry!  I've mentioned a few times that I am a Jamberry consultant, and I have to say that I love it!  Though most of you have heard of Jamberry, some of you may not be familiar with it, so I'm going to answer a few commonly asked questions.

What are Jamberry Nail Wraps?
Jamberry nail wraps are the latest way to accessorize your fingers and toes. Say goodbye to polish mess and dry times with this new nail treatment that can be applied at home in about fifteen minutes. Full disclosure, I can do a full set in about 15 minutes now, but it took a few applications to find my rhythm.

How long do they last?
A Jamberry manicure is less expensive than a salon manicure and lasts up to 2 weeks! I've had sets that have stayed put past two weeks and sets that are ready for a change at the 10 to 12 day mark...but overall, two weeks is a good estimate.  They last on toes for MUCH LONGER!

Do you really think they'll have designs I'd like?
Yes, yes, yes!  There is over 300 designs that range from mild to wild, there's something for everyone.

Aren't they a little expensive?
Actually, no. For those of you that get professional manicures or acrylic nails applied, you’re probably spending more than Jamberry nails would cost you to do yourself. Plus, you get two applications from ONE sheet of nails and they are Buy 3, Get 1 FREE!, In other words, super affordable!

How can I tell if I'll like them?
Lucky you, I offer a FREE SAMPLE to try before you buy.  :-)


Here's why I love Jamberry so much...

Reminder - in this post, I committed to making a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project for any red, white or blue wraps purchased by July 4th through my Jamberry website.  I am extending that through the entire month of July!

One lucky winner will receive two Jamberry Nail Wrap designs of their choice. This giveaway is open to anyone with a US or Canada mailing address ages 18 and over. To enter just fill out the rafflecopter form below & while you wait to find out the results, request a FREE sample!


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P.S. When my Jamberry Facebook page reaches 100 likes, I'll be having a giveaway there too. :-)

Five on Friday

Happy Friday!!!  With the heat and humidity, it has been a bit of a long week.  I can't wait to relax...  I had so much fun visiting everyone last week, that I'm linking up with April again this week.

I'm starting my list with a brag.  I am so proud of Kristin for making her dream of starting her own photography business a reality.  Kristin is not only my cousin, but one of my best friends and we work together!  (Yep, lots of quality time for us!)  She is immensely talented and can't wait to see her business grow.  You can follow her blog HERE, Instagram HERE or on Facebook HERE.

Fireworks in the towns surrounding me start tonight.  I love living in the greater Boston area and being surrounded by history & patriotism!  Everything culminates on the 4th with an amazing show courtesy of the Boston Pops, usually some celebrity guests, lots and lots of people crowding on the Hatch Shell...and of course, the fireworks!

Image courtesy of Boston Magazine

My birthday month is looming....July 11th, if your curious! I like to share the birthday love, so I have a few giveaways scheduled through July.  :-)  The first one starts on July 1st!

Image via Pinterest (can't find an origin, sorry!)

I am contemplating bringing back "Tuesdays at the Table", my weekly recipe link-up.  I love cooking, baking, bbq'ing... and trying recipes of all sorts.  Everyone always had something yummy and new to contribute.  What do you all think?  YAY or NAY?

If it comes back...a new button will go with it.  :-)

I'm ending my list with a combination of two of my favorite things - dachshunds and minions.  Enjoy!!

And...The Winners Are:

Um...so life got a little busy and and I totally forgot to post who my two winners are.  Sorry about that! 

On the bright side - there are two winners instead of the one I mentioned when starting the giveaway.  :-)

And, the winners are:

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I'll pack up your prizes over the weekend and mail them out on Monday, Karen and Ashley!  Just shoot me an email (allthelittlestuff@gmail.com) to confirm your shipping address.

A Giveaway - Because I Said So!

A have a few reactions to stress.  One of them is shopping.  (What? No judging!)

That means that you all get a little giveaway of a few of my favorite things.

eos pomegranate raspberry lip balm

Dachshund cable ties.  (Yes, I am a crazy dog lady!)

 

 

An inspirational mini notebook and pen

 

Red Sox koozie.  (Boston pride, peeps!)

And...perhaps, some chocolate!

As much as I love new followers and the opportunity to make new friends - this giveaway isn't about that.  The only required entry is a comment about something positive.  Tell me how much you love your dog, how fabulous your work community is, the endurance of the human spirit...anything!



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