{UPDATED WITH WINNER} True Random Number Generator Result: 21

# 21. Katelyn Says:
November 10th, 2011 at 1:50 PM e Posted on twitter. I want to win because I want to go back and see the precious kids I met last summer.

Congratulations Katelyn for winning the Mini-Giveaway!!

Hello crazy bloggers, if you are new to My Crazy Adoption blog, I want to welcome you!  In case you’re wondering if you heard the rumors correctly – YES YES YES I’m giving away a mission trip with Visiting Orphans Ministry. Well, in honor of my son’s 18th birthday TODAY I’m throwing a mini-giveaway party!

(Happy 18th Michael- we love you!)

This is a Mini Giveaway! I will give away 1 mission trip tee shirt (you pick) and 1 Free Mission Trip entry. This is huge… someone could WIN a mission trip just participating in the mini giveaway fun! Even if you have already purchased a Simply Love/Man Up tee, you can still play the mini!! Please limit to 1 comment only

Here’s what you need to do to enter the mini: (you pick 1)

1.  Add MY CRAZY ADOPTION button on your blog located on the right side column. Just copy & past code.

2.  Shout out on FB, Twitter, or an email blast and share the Mission Trip Giveaway to your friends!

3.  Write a blog post about the Mission Trip Giveaway craziness and inspire your readers to enter the contest!! (you can use any of my posts & pics)

4.  Share with me why you want to win this mission trip giveaway.

Now, leave in the comments how you entered to play the Mini Giveaway today.  I will randomly select a winner and update post [here] on Monday, November 14th. Get ready, get set, goooooo!! Please limit to only 1 comment.

Q- What do I win?

You win 1 mission trip giveaway tee shirt (you pick) and 1 FREE entry to WIN the mission trip!

You can purchase mission trip GIVEAWAY tees here.

{UPDATED WINNER}

**Congrats Andrea** Email me your sizes!!!

Are you ready to be a real-life super hero and take the oath to protect, love, and defend the fatherless? Well, every super hero needs a tee shirt to stand tall and boldly testify his commitment to live James 1:27.  I’m giving away 4 tees (2 adult + 2 youth) to a family (singles, too) that faithfully dedicates to simply love orphans together – minus the cape. You can go Up, Up, and Away with NEW super-hero Simply Love tees.

You Pick One to Enter:

(Let me know what you pick)

1. Leave a comment and share who your (or kids) favorite super-hero is.
2. Add My Crazy Adoption button to your blog or blogroll for daily feeds.
3. Share the Super-Hero challenge on your blog, Facebook, or Twitter.
4. Le me know how you would use your super-hero gifts to make a difference?

This is a 3 day GIVEAWAY!  I’ll announce the winner [here] on Monday with an **UPDATED POST**

Check out My Crazy Adoption Store.

You can purchase tees, hoodies, prints, beads, coffee mugs, and more!

{Updated with Winner’s names!!} 

1. Congrats to Chante: “We have adopted a nine year old son from Haiti and a nine year old daughter from Ethiopia. We would love to have this book for our family!”
2. Congrats to Becky: “Our now 5 year old daughter, born in Ethiopia, has been home for 13 months. I would love to read this book, we have felt the effects of so many of the listed losses, feelings, etc.”

When we started our adoption process, a friend gave me the book by Sherri Eldridge. Honestly, it scared me to death! I tried to read a few pages, but it made me feel tense, weepy, and afraid.  I remember talking to Roger about my feelings and he encouraged me to wait until Zoie came home and read it when I felt more confidence with our new daughter. It really was the best advice for me … I think sometimes we can read so many books and helpful advice pre-adoption, it can cause a lot of stress. I’m not a professional, but an adoption coach/cheerleader/mom who has gone through the adoption process from start to finish.

Here is a great list (straight from the book) you can read and gain a sense of understanding about how your adoption son or daughter might be feeling. Zoie is only three years old, but I want to make sure we stay on top of her feelings and validate her unique needs. I’m confident that when challenges or issue surface with our adoption, Roger and I will have some great resources to help us through.

{Giveaway} Today only, I’m giving away 2 copies of the book for 2 special adoption families.  Leave a comment and share with me what country you adopted/or in process of adoption.  I will update this post with the winners names.

Special Mission News: Are you interested in going to Uganda & Kenya in October with Visiting Orphans- GREAT NEWS: We just found out that there is a BOGO sale on airfare for our October 12th to 24th Kenya/Uganda trip. You could save BIG (by $1K-the total trip cost now would be $2300 to $2500) and visit orphans at the same time! Sign up ASAP here:

1. I suffered a profound loss before I was adopted. You are not responsible.

2. I need to be taught that I have special needs arising from adoption loss, of which I need not be ashamed.

3. If I don’t grieve my loss, my ability to receive love from you and others will be hindered.

4. My unresolved grief may surface in anger toward you.

5. I need your help in grieving my loss. Teach me to get in touch with my feelings about my adoption and then validate them.

6. Just because I don’t talk about my birth family doesn’t mean I don’t think about them.

7. I want you to take the initiative in opening conversations about my birth family

8. I need to know the truth about my conception, birth, and family history, no matter how painful the details my be.

9. I am afraid I was given away by my birth mother because I was a bad baby. I need you to help me dump my toxic shame.

10. I am afraid you will abandon me.

11. I may appear more whole than I actually am. I need your help to uncover the parts of myself that I keep hidden, so I can integrate all the elements of my identity.

12. I need to gain a sense of personal power.

13. Please don’t say I look or act just like you. I need you to acknowledge and celebrate our differences.

14. Let me be my own person but don’t let me cut myself off from you.

15. Please respect my privacy regarding my adoption. Don’t tell other people without my consent.

16. Birthdays may be difficult for me.

17. Not knowing my full medical history can be distressing at times.

18. I am afraid I will be too much for you to handle.

19. When I act out my fears in obnoxious ways, please hang in there with me, and respond wisely

20. Even if I decide to search for my birth family, I will always want you to be my parents.

Q- Are you dealing with any of the twenty things with your adopted child?  Will you share ….

[WINNER: JULIE]  CONGRATS!!!!!

I love being a mom!  In honor of our day, I’m throwing a special giveaway for moms (adoption waiting moms too) here on my blog and on My Crazy Adoption Facebook.  If you have not joined yet- I’m giving away a Simply Love Tote bag filled with goodies- a few of my favorite things!  I will randomly select a winner on May 8th! This is a 2-day giveaway.  Don’t forget to wear your Simply Love Gear on Mother’s Day- together we can make a difference for the fatherless.  **I will post the winner on Twitter and MCA FB… also at the top of this post sometime on Sunday.

Praying for all the mom’s I know who are waiting, grieving, longing, and loving.  Trust steadily in God, hope unswervingly, love extravagantly. And the best of the three is LOVE. (1 Cor. 13:13)

1 Mother’s Day Giveaway Winner (you get this…)

• Simply Love Tote Bag
• Dig Deep Coffee Mug
• Simply Love tee (exclusive)
• Priceless book- Tom Davis
• Strand of Uganda Magazine beads

Two Ways To Win…

1.  Leave a comment here and share with me: pick one

• How many kids do you have?
• What do you love most about being a mom?
• How are you spending your special day?

2.  Facebook Entry:

• Wear your Simply Love Gear and post your photo with your kids!

If you are selling Simply Love gear- please leave your link on My Crazy Adoption facebook, so readers can purchase your products and help celebrate Mother’s Day all year long!

{UPDATED with WINNER}

Congratulations to Marybeth Rolfe !! You are the winner of the Mama Kiki Tote- email me and let me know the color you pick and your mailing address!! 

This is a 4 day giveaway- you can enter 1x a day.

Last year, on my Uganda mission trip, I was named Mama Kiki by my beloved friend, Pastor Isaac where we served at Canaan’s Children Home.  You have no idea how much fun it was for me to hear hundreds of orphans calling me “Mama Kiki!!”  I adore my nickname and to celebrate my son’s 1st mission trip visiting orphans in Uganda, I want to offer you the chance to WIN your very own Mama Kiki Tote + 1 Uganda Magazine Bead Necklace.  You have 6 tote colors to choose from- this is EXCLUSIVE ONLY for the Giveaway winner.  colors- army, black, natural, navy, red (shown), and safari.

How do I win the Simply Love “Mama Kiki” Vintage Tote?

(you pick two)

Leave a comment and how you entered to win.

1. Click on my “Like” badge on the right side to follow my craziness on Facebook- shown on home page.
2. Add my new My Crazy Adoption blog button on your blog and stay in touch.
3. Shout out my Simply Love Tote Mission Fundraiser on your blogs or FB.
4. Share with me- where do you want to take your “Mama Kiki” tote bag?

What do I win? (tote details)

You win 1 Mama Kiki Tote and 1 Uganda Magazine Bead Necklace.  I’m stuffing the tote with a few of my favorite things… my crazy surprise for you!  Value- $50

This stunning vintage bag has the Simply Love Crazy Heart design, but faded to look really vintage.  The pockets and key hook help keep Mama Kiki organized on her mission trips.  Celebrates the verse- Trust steadily in God, hope unswervingly, love extravagantly. And the best of the three is LOVE. (1 Cor. 13:13)

Product details- canvas tote bag with double handles. features two outer pockets, one lobster clasp and one o-ring for compartment closure.

• 100% cotton canvas
• 19” length x 17” width
• this item is custom vintaged for a perfectly worn-in look and feel. nuances in color and texture are unique to each piece. hand wash with care.

Giveaway Ends April 18th- I will randomly select 1 winner and announce the name here on April 18th (top of this post on winning day!) and add your blog site, if you have one. Look for the *UPDATED with WINNER.*   You have 48 hours to email me your address and color choice… or I will have to pick another winner.  Thanks for your understanding!

How can you help my son go on his 1st mission trip?

• You can purchase a Simply Love Tote bag {exclusive design} Click on the store button here. My Crazy Adoption store closes on April 18th, so don’t miss out!
• Follow Man Up 4 Orphans
• Pray for his mission trip!

The 2 WINNERS of the Mini-Giveaway for Visiting Orphans Mission Trip Giveaway: (random.org)

#28- SARAH says: November 8, 2010 at 9:50 PM

#3- TISHA says: November 8, 2010 at 9:37 AM

I’m throwing a double mini-giveaway party at My Crazy Adoption Blog!!  I’m soooo excited to share that Visiting Orphans Ministry is giving away a Missions Trip to ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD- 13 countries to pick from.  El Salvador, Costa Rica, Haiti, Ecuador, Honduras, China, Ghana, Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, India (new in 2011), Ukraine (new in 2011)

This is a 1 day only mini- giveaway!!

How to play the mini? (you pick 2)

No purchase necessary!!

1.  Shout out on FB, Twitter, or an email blast and share the Visiting Orphans Missions Trip Project to your friends.

2.  Write a blog post about the Visiting Orphans ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD Missions Trip Project and inspire your readers to enter the contest.  Read more about their ministry here.

3.  Share with me why you want to go on a missions trip with Visiting Orphans – where would you pick?

4.  Add Visiting Orphan button on your blog or website. (copy & paste)

What do I win? (2 winners!!)

You win 1 Pure Religion tee shirt (you pick) and 1 FREE entry.

Leave 1 comment-

Now share with me in the comments how you entered to win the mini-giveaway.  I will randomly select two winners (random.org) tonight at 9pm (CT).  This is such an incredible opportunity to go on a missions trip anywhere in the world.  Winners email me.

My dear friend Amanda Lawrence (executive director) shares her heart why they are giving away a missions trip:

Please pray for Visiting Orphans Ministry and their amazing project!!  If you live in the Nashville, TN area- check out the Give2Go Event 11/11/10

Give2Go is a benefit concert to draw awareness to James 1:27… to visit the “fatherless” in their distress, and to help Visiting Orphans lead more trips to orphanages around the world.   Visiting Orphans is PURE RELIGION.  Come out for a night of Great Music and Great Purpose.

Date: Thursday, 11/11/10.

Time: 8:00 pm

Location: Red Rooster

1530 Demonbreun St

Nashville TN 37203

Featuring: Michael Logen
JohnnySwim
Will Solomon

Event Cost: $15

FREE t-shirt with Advance ticket purchase!! Can’t make the event? Help us reach our fundraising goal and donate to the Give2Go event here!

Let’s end this crazy party with a bang, pop, toot, and blast!!

8:30am tee update- 165 tees!!!!!!!!!  I’m speechless!!

I double dog dare you to dream big today and purchase TWO tee shirts to double your chances winning the Missions Trip Project!!  This is your LAST DAY to enter the contest – the Simply Love Store closes tonight at midnight!  I don’t think I will be sleeping tonight- too giddy!!

I can’t wait to see WHO God has picked to join us on a 10 day life changing adventure to Ethiopia to serve & visit orphans!!

Thank you for your love, support, cheers, excitement, shopping and prayers!!!  I love you!!

Missions Trip Project ENDS tonight- click here to purchase your tees!

My Crazy Adoption Store Closes at midnight!!

As I sit here writing this post, my daughter Hannah is at summer camp.  We have received two letters from her and thankfully she starts both off with “I love camp!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I’m NOT homesick!!!!!!”  I’m a big fan of the hilarious new book , a collection of letters from kids living the nightmare wonderful camping experience.  They borderline crazy and funny and laugh-out-loud pleas to rescue them from camp.  We live next door to a big crazy summer camp, so this book really hit home with me!

OK, my crazy readers…. lets have some summer fun and throw a giveaway party!!  I loved the book soooo much I did something kinda crazy. (you know me) I contacted the author, Diane Falanga and guess what… she emailed me back!  Seriously, I’m just a little giddy to say the least!  I told her I was going to have a giveaway and shout out to my mom readers about her new book.  She graciously contacted her publisher and I received 2 books in the mail- just for you!!!

{Giveaway}

Just leave me a comment – that’s all you need to do to enter.

2 Winners win:

A brand new copy (from the publisher!!) of P.S. I Hate It Here: Kids’ Letters From Camp.  This is a fun book for parents and kids to read & laugh out loud together!!  I will randomly pick 2 winners later this week.

Added Bonus:

Also, you can share with me your own summer camp stories- the crazy memories you cherish or something your kids did or said to make you gulp!  You can even share an actual ‘Kids’ letter from camp.’  I want to hear and so does author, Diane who will peek at all the comments you leave!

More than 150 letters cover all the imaginable scenarios of sleep away camp, from acing the cabin lice inspection, to rowing in the “ricotta” race, to breaking the bad news about a retainer lost in the wilderness. These letters reveal that kids are wittier and more sophisticated than we might assume, and that the experience of being away from home for the first time creates hilarious and lasting memories.

Meet Author Diane Falanga

is a humorous look at homesick kids during summer camp. These real letters are laugh-out-loud funny – everything from forgotten necessities (a strapless bra, five bucks for a lost tooth, a tennis racket) to desperately pleading their case for going home. Factio caught up with North Shore author Diane Falanga to talk about her inspiration for the book, her favorite moment working on this project and her favorite places in Chicago.

FACTIO MAGAZINE: Tell us about the book!

DIANE FALANGA: When my daughter, Bianca, was 8 – she was determined to go to overnight camp. My husband and I thought she was too young – but she was very convincing and presented a seemingly rational case. So, we shipped her off! Then the letters started to arrive.  The first one was a hilarious, hyperbolic rant about how the counselors had made her “scraper, sweeper and maid” b/c she couldn’t stop crying. I found this so funny that I instantly started calling friends to read them Bianca’s letter. Everyone seemed to have a camp letter of their own to top this one. An idea was born.

FM: What did you love most about the project?
DF: Reading through the more than 3,000 camp letters I collected from kids around the country. Sharing some of the gems aloud with my 16-year-old son, Blake, Bianca and my husband, Mark. The letters made for great dinner conversations.

FM: Where do you draw your inspiration from?
DF: In the case of P.S. I Hate it Here! Kids’ Letters From Camp — definitely from my daughter.

FM: What are your favorite places in Chicago?
DF: We live a couple of blocks from Lake Michigan and beautiful Gillson Beach. That’s my hang-out.

FM: What are your favorite places worldwide?
DF: Besides fabulous Chicago … Italy – all the way. My husband’s family lives in a little town along the Amalfi Coast, Massa Lubrense. We spent some time with our kids all through Italy last summer.  This summer we’ll be back – hiking the Cinque Terra and in Sicily, too. Hiking and mountain bikinig in Moab, Utah is also pretty spectacular. And Telluride, CO – winter, spring, summer or fall – is a favorite place, too.

FM: What are people surprised to know about you?
DF: That I’m so darn short. Having a loud voice and a big laugh gives the illusion of height.

FM: What was your biggest career moment to date?
DF: Initiating the Heart Homes Initiative of Designs for Dignity. We reclaim gently used furnishings for people who are in need in Chicago.

Hannah’s Kamp Pics:

I had to get some Huggies Jeans for Princess Z so she could poo in blue très chic.  I love these crazy Huggies Jeans Diapers so much, I’m throwing a 2 day {GIVEAWAY} Even if you don’t wear diapers, or waiting for your baby, or think they’re too crazy, join in on the fun.  It’s summer time… go nuts!

What do you win?

(US only)

1 box of Huggies Jeans Diapers (you pick size)

All you have to do:

1. tell me why you want to win in the comments- you can enter daily.
2. add my crazy button on your blog or vote for top mommy blog (help make adoption #1 bloggy winner)

Just click- that’s all you do to vote:)

I’ll announce the winner via this bloggy post on June 9th.

I laughed like crazy watching this diaper video… enjoy.

WINNER OF MY CRAZY GIVEAWAY…. #11 comment was randomly picked!!!  Congrats Alison!!!  Please email me and share your mailing info to receive 2 T shirts and gift cert.

Alison Douglas: March 20, 2010 at 1:21 PM I love to watch him with our little boy… it comes so natural to both of them.

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Don’t forget to click on Top Mommy Blog button and vote to help make my crazy adoption #1 blog!  Click everyday 2 Vote- that’s it!

Hubby, we met when you were 12 years old and I had a crazy crush on the boy with an attitude.  I still have a crush on you and can’t believe we’ve been married 18 years!!  Your heart is compassionate, your spirit to serve the Lord is contagious, and willingness to chase the Wild Goose is the adventure I’ve been waiting for!  We have 3 crazy kids and now waiting to bring home our new daughter… well, that’s the craziness I love being married to you!

To celebrate my anniversary- March 21st!  I wanted to throw a romantic Giveaway for 2!  Your love basket includes:  2 Simply Love T shirts and a gift certificate for dinner at a popular restaurant in your area!

How to win?

Leave me a comment and share 1.) What’s 1 thing you love about your spouse or fiance or a special friend or 2.) What’s your favorite gushy mushy Love Song?

I’ll announce the winner (random pick) right here on this post in 2 days.

My Birthday Happy Just 4 You!

Hannah & Zoie picked the number #25 for my b-day winner.  I’m so blessed reading all your comments & wishes… I wish we could all have cupcakes together right now!  Here is the winning comment- Congrats Becky!!

#25 Becky says January 21, 2010 at 2:30 PM

Happy Birthday Kari… May you continue to inspire & encourage (whether you know it or not) in the coming year as you have in the past… And may you be “BLESSED” like you bless others. Happy Birthday to one of my bloggy “friends”. Love in Christ, Becky.

email me Becky!!

I’m 43 years old today and I wanted to give you a present from me.  I love family, parties, cupcakes, and friends, but I realllly love {GIVEAWAYS}  It would be a little hard for me to mail you cupcakes, so instead I’m giving you a HopeChest Project T shirt and my very favorite handmade Ugandan necklace.  You get to pick the T Design and size- just for you!

This is just a 1 day Giveaway, so please leave me a comment and a birthday wish (I hope they all come true)  At the end of the day- after my birthday cupcakes are gone, I’ll randomly pick a name.  I will announce the winner right here on this post.

What do you win?

• 1 HopeChest T shirt (you pick Design & size)
• and 1 beautiful Ugandan necklace.

My Crazy Winner- email me, so I can give you information on your gifts.  If for some reason, I don’t hear back from you within 48 hrs- I will pick another winner.  Thank you for your understanding.

My birthday wish is that even if you don’t win the giveaway, you would purchase a HopeChest Project T shirt for Valentines Day!  I’m praying for a special goal of 400 T’s by Feb. 1st.  Please help make my wish come true!  xoxo

1 more b-day wish…

Will you do me a big favor?  Please take the time to help My Crazy Adoption win #1 Top Mommy Blog.  Just click on this cute button & it automatically grabs your vote- that’s it.  Click & Click- you can vote everyday for craziness!!  We only need 200 votes to jump up to #3rd place today.

Crazy Winner:

I had several break-ins this week- friends trying to steal a peek at the number taped up on my fridge, but my awesome bodyguards kept them at bay.  I promise the number stayed top secret!!  I picked a special number for my giveaway- I’m turning 43 this week, so it’s not hard to guess…. the winning #43!!!!  Some of you were sooooo close, but we can only have one big crazy winner!

Congratulations, Tonya for being the VERY first to guess the #43.  Here’s a look at your comment & proof of your brilliant choice:)  I just need you to email me asap for shirt picks & sizes!

Tonya says:

43

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Welcome to My Crazy Adoption. We love {Giveaways} here! I can’t think of a better reason to have a giveaway to help celebrate – Shirts For Shoes! Get ready, this is a 3 Day Family Giveaway.  You can enter to win until Monday evening- I’ll announce the winner after Zoie goes to bed!

What do you win?

• 2 adult T shirts (you pick Design A or B & size)
• 2 youth T shirts (you pick size)

How do you win?

In honor of the 400 orphans we are providing a new pair of shoes and a shirt- please pick a number between 1 and 400 and leave me a comment. (add your first name)

Bloggy friends, I have already picked a number and it’s taped up on my fridge…no peeking.  The FIRST person who guesses the # or is the closest- wins the family giveaway! If you don’t win, I still want to encourage you to purchase a HopeChest Project T shirt- 100% of proceeds go to our Project!  We want you to wear them together for Valentines Day!

This HopeChest Family {Giveaway} ends late Monday night.  I will announce the winner right here on this post.

Winner- please email me so I can give you information to shop online using your virtual gift certificate.  If for some reason, I don’t hear back from you within 48 hrs- I will pick another winner.  Thank you for your understanding.

Will you do me a big favor?  Please take the time to help My Crazy Adoption win #1 Top Mommy Blog.  Just click on this cute button & it automatically grabs your vote- that’s it.  Click & Click- you can vote everyday for craziness!!

Good Night- I got immersed in watching the new American Idol with my crazy kids and I almost forgot to pick a winner.  The Tivo is on pause (really!) and Hannah just randomly chose the winning pick #32.   I’m so happy to announce SARA the winner of a Poppy Dip Tunic!  Congratulations!!!!!  Your winning Poppy Dip comment:

Sara says: January 11, 2010 at 9:05 PM

I am so thankful to be a mom of 3 precious children who add so much joy & laughter to my days.
Blessings,
Sara

Happy Birthday Zoie!!  You are two years old sweet girl!  This is a 2-day giveaway to celebrate Zoie’s birthday!!  I will announce the winner here on this post on January 12th- right after the party!

Are you having a POPPY DIP DAY?  You guessed it, it’s time for a GIVEAWAY contest hand sewn with love- 1 Long Sleeve Tunic Dress! POPPY DIP TUNIC– to be worn above knee with leggings or pants.  You win a gift certificate for Zoie’s very favorite Poppy Dip.  You choose the fabric from Poppy Dip Website and give your measurements.  Sallee is adopting again from Ethiopia and these adorable dresses are helping bring home their child!  Every time your daughter, niece or friend wears a Poppy Dip- you are helping make a difference in a child’s life.  Zoie wears her Poppy Dip Tunics constantly and wash after wash her dresses looks fantastic! “The name It’s Poppy Dip means “everything is good”… it’s an expression that our 2 year old (from Ethiopia!!) loves to say when he’s happy and it’s good!!” Sallee- adoptive mom.

How to win- simply share 1 thing you are grateful for today- a Poppy Dip -in the comments = 1 entry.

Winner-  Please email me so I can give you information to shop online using your virtual gift certificate.  If for some reason, I don’t hear back from you within 48 hrs- I will pick another winner.  Thank you for your understanding.

OK- one more favor… we have a crazy opportunity to spread the news about adoption.  Please take the time to click on the cute button (that’s it)  It grabs your vote automatically.  We are about 300 votes away for making top mommy blog. Click like crazy everyday:)

WINNER OF THE ADOPTION BLANKET IS… JCLOH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Here was your entry!!!!!  Please email me and I can send you Jamey’s email to receive your virtual gift certificate.  Congrats and thank you for being part of the craziness!

jcloh says:

I’d like to win this blanket for my daughter to remind her how lucky she is to have parents who love her deeply. Thanks for this lovely giveaway!

Friends, here is a special note from Jamey-

Dear Crazy Adoption Readers,

MamaEnat

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I’m so excited to GIVEAWAY a one of a kind Adoption Flag Blanket!!  You win a $50 gift certificate for 1 large “31 x 34″ blanket- you pick the country.  My Crazy Friend, Jamey is adopting from Ethiopia, raising funds through her Etsy Link- www.mamaenat.etsy.com.  You can meet Jamey via her blog www.zehlahlum.blogspot.com. She recognizes not everyone adopts from Ethiopia, so she can do a lot of other countries as well. She has several other countries featured on her site, so please stop by and take a peek.

The blankets are all custom made, so that customers can pick the color that they want for the back. The 2 extra photos are the small blankets.  It will take Jamey a little time after it is won to be able to ship it out.  All you need to do to win this beautiful giveaway is leave a comment. I’d love to hear why you want to win this one-of-a kind blanket, too.  This is a 3 day Giveaway- I will randomly pick a name from the comments and announce the winner on this post January 7th after Zoie goes to bed.

Winner- Please email me so I can give you information to shop online using your virtual gift certificate.  If for some reason, I don’t hear back from you within 48 hrs- I will pick another winner.  Thank you for your understanding.

(Large Flag Blanket- made in any country U pick)

One more thing- please take time to vote for adoption!!  Lets make ADOPTION #1 on top mommy blogs- all you need to do is click on this adorable button & it automatically votes for My Crazy Adoption.  It’s so simple to do!  We need 500 votes to take the #1 spot- you can vote daily.   This is a public contest, so anyone can vote and visit my crazy blog to learn more about the miracles of adoption, the love of Jesus, and celebrate family all in one spot. whoooohoooo!