Thursday, March 14, 2013

Spring Blessings Giveaway

I love Spring. The weather is gorgeous, flowers are blooming, and summer is quickly approaching.

Easter is my favorite holiday of all time because without the cross where would we all be???

I also got both of my sweet fur babies in the Spring.

Edison


and

Houdini (as known as Boing Boing)


My niece Grace and I also have a birthday in the Spring. =)

So to help celebrate my favorite month, I am having a little giveaway.


1 person will win:

a $50 gift card to Target
AND
a $25 gift card to TpT

I will also donate $50 to the animal shelter where I got Edison in your name.

Enter below.
Be sure and double check to be sure you are following me. =)

Thank you all for being such a blessing to me. =)

From My Heart to Yours,

176 heart notes:

Sara said...

My biggest blessings are my two girls. I am so thankful for the joy they bring me.
Sara
Polka Dot Kinders

Unknown said...

I love Easter also! I agree with you--Where would we be without the cross? Blessings to you... :)

ksteacher81 said...

I am blessed to have three amazing ladies to teach with. We all help each other in anyway we can.
Ruthanne rarace81@gmail.com

MikesMom said...

What a wonderful title for a giveaway! My biggest blessing is my son. He is the light of my life.

My First Love said...

My family is most definitely my biggest blessing. I have not one, but two miracle babies and 2 angel babies in heaven. They are my world!

Jessica said...

My family is my blessing. I would be so lost without them all!! In my teaching world my co-teacher is my blessing. Teaching would not be nearly as fun without her!
Jessica

Apples and Papers

Jenalyn said...

I love your comment about the cross! AMEN!! As far as my blessing(s) I have so many. But to pick one I have to say my husband who gets me and still loves me!!

Karyn said...

Heather I just have to tell you what a blessing YOU are! You are ALWAYS so positive, sweet and kind! I enjoy reading your blog so much and you make me want to be a better person with every post!

My soon to be step-son recently told me about a teacher at his school (high school) who when asked how he's doing always replies, "Too blessed to complain." I thought "wow" what a perfect thing to say! I know sometimes I complain about inconsequential things and forget about my MANY blessings! I have an AMAZING family, fiance, friends and pets and I love my job most days! Thanks for reminding me to think of my blessings each time I read a post! {Hugs}

œKaryn
A is for Apple B is for Blog
Kideducator@comcast.net

Amanda said...

I am blessed by my family and a great group of kiddos in my class!

Amanda
hennonac@yahoo.com

Lisa Mattes said...

My family, friends and the blogging community! Definitely too blessed to complain!!!!

Thanks so much for such a wonderful giveaway!!

Mrs. Brown said...

My blessings include my family, friends, my fabulous job and the families I get to work with this year in my classroom! God is Good!

kellybrown28021@gmail.com

Andrea Crawford said...

My blessings are my children and husband. I look forward to spending time with them each day!

Andrea
Reading Toward the Stars

Rebby said...

Thanks so much for the giveaway! I absolutely LOVE the donation to the animal shelter. That alone is enough because we got all our babies from shelters. :)

Unknown said...

My biggest blessing is my family, including my 4 fur babies who.I.also.adopted.in the spring.

Amanda
One Crazy Combination

Unknown said...

Enjoy your blog! My daughter is 11 and she is my greatest blessing! I waited a long time for her!

Jennifer said...

This is a wonderful giveaway! I LOVE that you will be making a donation to an animal shelter in the winner's name! Fabulous!
Jennifer
The Extra Energetic Educator
extraenergeticeducator@yahoo.com

krazy4K said...

that is so sweet that you are doing this! i agree i love this time of the year and what the cross represents for us each day of the year! my blessings are many-my salvation, my family, my friends, my blogger family, and my sweeties!

Nick R said...

Love the post!

Super generous giveaway as well! Love the donation to the animal center idea!

Unknown said...

My cup of blessings is overflowing...health, a family who loves me no matter what, my sweet husband and my 3 boys. See, so much to be thankful for! Romans 8:28 expect something great.
Jennifer
loularkin@comcast.net

Anonymous said...

My children are my blessings <3

Your cat reminds me of my old kitty, Princess...so sweet :)

Jess

Sarah said...

I just love reading your blog it always puts things in such perspective! Thanks for the reminders.

Sarah
Clearly Kindergarten

Sarabeth said...

Love your blog. Blessed by Gods promises...trusting Him. Happy Easter!

Laura said...

Besides my family, friends, and boyfriend, my blessings are all the wonderful bloggers and sellers to help me make my classroom and teaching even better... thanks SO much for the opportunity to win such a generous, generous gift. I cannot even imagine winning, HOW WONDERFUL :) Thanks, Heather!

Laura
Laura Love to Teach

The Brown-Bag Teacher said...

Love this post, Heather! I am so blessed to have an amazing cooperating teacher. She is out of this world, and I am learning so much! :)

Catherine
The Brown-Bag Teacher

Mrs. Griffith said...

Wow Heather! What a generous giveaway. I am blessed to have other teacher bloggers in my life like you who uplift others : )
Your kitty is so cute, I've always wanted a grey cat with green eyes.

Happy Spring!
Lindsay
For the Love of First Grade

Erika said...

My husband is my biggest blessing. I'm also blessed to have family and friends that let me love on their kids!

Sarah said...

My healthy family is my biggest blessing, I try to remember that every day!

Thank you for a wonderful blog! I can't wait to see a new post from you :) Keep up the great work!

Sarah L. in WI

Briawna said...

My biggest blessing is my very supportive family. They are always willing to do ANYTHING for me AND my students. I love them very much. And thank you for your blog. Your uplifting attitude is really a blessing! God bless.
briawnacallahan@gmail.com

Amanda said...

What a generous giveaway! Thank you!

I am blessed with a wonderful family, a caring boyfriend, and great friends. Oh, and adorable puppies! :)

Amanda
First Grade Garden

Donna said...

I am blessed with family, health, job, and this week walking (or wading!) away from my car accident. Thank you for the reminder to count our blessings!

HokIe Teach

Cecilia said...

I have so many blessings but almost 5 years ago I married a wonderful man and he is an awesome husband and stepfather. cbartram@kitcarsonschool.com

Unknown said...

One of my blessings is you! You were the first to post a moment on my blog, AND you sent such encouraging words and advice. I am so grateful for these wonderful blessings!!
Valerie

Fluttering Through First Grade said...

One huge blessing of mine is to have a teaching partner whom I can enjoy this crazy adventure with! I'm also married to my best friend and have a healthy family. Can't ask for more!

~Christy
Fluttering Through First Grade

Bright Concepts 4 Teachers said...

My amazing family, friends and my blogging community are my blessings. I am so grateful for all the strength and support I am surround with.Thanks for a wonderful giveaway!
-Jaime
Bright Concepts 4 Teachers

Anonymous said...

Spring is such a pretty time of year! I love when spring flowers begin blooming. I think it is so commendable you are going to donate to an animal shelter. I am an animal lover! I showed pigs as a little girl! :) Thanks for "rewarding" your followers!

mmcbride@dyercs.net

Unknown said...

I am blessed with two amazing, beautiful, sweet, loving children, a husband I love, family that is always there for me, and a job that I LOVE waking up to go to!!! My friends are also such a huge blessing in my life as they help encourage and support me in different ways every single day! No room for complaints here either.
Thanks for your sweet blog and for sharing great ideas all the time! You rock!

Anne Tussing said...

I am blessed by a wonderful loving and supportive husband! Thanks so much, Heather, for this fantastic give-away!

Jessica Lawler said...

What a wonderful giveaway - thanks for you generosity!

One of my greatest blessings is my church young adult group - a few of us "newly weds" (not so newly now) have gotten together and just started sharing life with each other. It has been such an encouragement and a blessing.

~Jessica
Joy in the Journey

karevan said...

My son and daughter are my biggest blessings. They are grown and on their own now and I cherish each moment I had with them as babies, and I now cherish each phone call, text message, email and visit I have with them!
Have a wonderful day....
I so enjoy your messages and blog posts Heather..thank you.

Sara at school said...

My hubby is a blessing - so supportive and he always listens to me :)
Thanks for this great giveaway!

Sara

Mary Ellen said...

I feel blessed to work in a field I love and for a wonderful family.

zputty said...

My blessings are my family - not only my children, but my parents. As a single mom I'm not sure I could do this without them!

Yvonnee said...

Thanks so much Heather! I am blessed with relative good health,family and friends.

Becky said...

I am so blessed to have a loving savior who died and rose again! He has blessed me with a great family, amazing Christian friends, a job I love, and so much more. Even the hard times are blessings because God is good and He uses them to draw me closer to Him and to further His kingdom.

Becky
Compassionate Teacher

purdybertnie said...

This year I have 11 precious kinder-blessings. I could not have hand picked a better class. On top of that I get to tell them about Jesus every single day and that makes my job even better, when I can pray with them and show them His love for each of them.

JRose said...

What a fun giveaway!
Easter is a double blessing for me this year - not only because of God's gift but because my hubby and I will celebrate 15 years of marriage!

Deb said...

My 3 boys (husband and 2 children) are my blessings. I thank God everyday for them.

Chrissy said...

My biggest blessing is that I get to celebrate the REAL meaning of Easter! To think that God sent His only son to die for the sins of one...blessed!

1stgradefireworks said...

My family! This year we have increased by four! LOVE IT!
wendy 1stgradefireworks@gmail.com
1stgradefireworks

weety said...

My biggest blessing is my own continued health. I was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 38 while breastfeeding my 3rd child. After mastectomy, chemo, radiation, and hysterectomy I am blessed to have hit my 3 year mark cancer free! Thanks for the giveaway! I would LOVE to go shopping!!!

The Tally Tales said...

How precious! I love your blog... just found it yesterday, and I've added it to my own blogroll! I can already tell I will be able to learn so much from you. Thank you!

MrsBalius said...

Hi Heather!
It was a blessing to meet you a couple of weeks ago. I hope the group can get together again soon!

Barbara

beyondblessedmom said...

My best blessing is God's grace. His grace helps me in everything everyday, especially parenting and teaching!

Unknown said...

I feel blessed to have amazing friends and family who I can rely on and celebrate the spring with!

Christine said...

My biggest blessing is definately my son who came to me as a foster child at 2 months old and we finalized adoption one week after his first birthday! He is now 7 and amazing!

manakans said...

I am blessed with a very loving and supportive family... both immediate and extended.

Maria
manakans@hotmail.com

First Grade Carousel said...

Wendy is one of my many blessings ~ she is a retired greyhound we adopted 8 years ago!
Happy Birthday!
Thanks for all your uplifting and honest posts.
Maria
First Grade Carousel

Unknown said...

I am blessed with three wonderful boys and an incredible husband.
Michelle
Mjaquillard@oregoncs.org

Katie Salyers said...

This is awesome, and I am a firm believer in you reap what you sow. So blessings on you and your family. Thanks Heather for following my blog! :)

Unknown said...

I'm blessed to have good friends, family, and health- all the important things in life. :) Thank you for your uplifting and inspiring blogs. They really help me with my class.

Amelia said...

The biggest blessing, next to God's forgivness, is my husband who God uses to grow me on a daily basis.

Caryn said...

This is such a sweet giveaway. Your fur babies are lucky to have you! I am blessed with an amazing husband, a job I love, and people to share it with.

Teacher Mom of 3 said...

I'm with you... Easter is my favorite holiday! My biggest blessing at the moment is that my 7 yr old accepted Christ last night! What a fabulous giveaway!!!! :-) Lauren

LaNessa said...

I am blessed with a wonderful class of Kindergarteners. Plus a long list of other things!
kindercards@gmail.com

Rae said...

MY furbabies are my blessing - Lucy the yellow lab, Chester the orange tabby, and Fred my black and white alley cat :)

Wonderful and generous giveaway Heather! Thank you


Rae
Mindful Rambles

Kinderkids said...

My faith, my family, and my friends are some of my life's biggest blessings. Thank you for a very generous giveaway!

Clair
Clairhr@comcast.net

Christine said...

My faith and family are my greatest blessing!
Christine
www.thecrazypre-kclassroom.blogspot.com

Everyone Deserves to Learn said...

My biggest blessing is my husband who drives me crazy sometimes but keeps me sane the rest of the time!

-Maria
Everyone deServes to Learn

Delighted said...

Friends & my awesome husband have been such a blessing to me... especially this last week after surgery.

imgoingfirst@gmail.com

Diving Into Learning said...

My blessings include my husband, family, friends, and my 2 dogs that I adopted from a shelter.

~Diving Into Learning

Ellen said...

Hoppy Spring! My son is my biggest blessing, thanks for the chance to win!

Tina said...

I am especially thankful for my family, but also for all the wonderful bloggers/teachers who have helped me so much with their wonderful teaching ideas and products! Thank you all!
~Tina
Laugh Live Love Learn

Angela Nerby said...

My husband and my two (crazy) kiddos are definitely blessings in my life! Thanks so much for the giveaway. You are so generous :)

Angela :)
Hippo Hooray for Second Grade!

Carolyn McCleary said...

I am so glad you stopped my blog so I was able to find yours. :)

Your little furry friends are adorable!

Thanks for the giveaway!

:)
Carolyn
Nurturing Noggins

Angie said...

I am blessed by my husband, two beautiful children, and my two sweet twin cats.

LaSchu said...

I am blessed to have a wonderful family. We just celebrated my grandmother's 80th birthday! So blessed to spend time with everyone!

Erica said...

I am blessed by my job. I cannot imagine life doing anything else. :)

Erica
Sprinkles to Kindergarten
erica_crowder0612@yahoo.com

Leigh- The Applicious Teacher said...

Thanks for hosting this giveway! My biggest blessings are my beautiful new baby boy and my husband! I love them so much!

Leigh
The Applicious Teacher

Karen said...

I am blessed to get to go to an amazing place everyday and hang out with some great kids!!

Kathleen Schill said...

I am so so so excited to have you following my blog. Your stuff is fabulous and I can't wait to follow you too!

k-3kathleen.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

My beautiful boys. They keep me grounded and I love them like nothing else!

lucytumnus@gmail.com
thelamppostin1stgrademath.blogspot.com

Meredith Gilbert said...

Today I am saying living very close to the beach is a blessing! I went to dinner tonight at a restaurant on the ocean. Such a nice relaxing Friday evening that I know most only get to experience while on vacation!

MissGilbert01@gmail.com
Sunshine, Sand and Scissors

Kim said...

I am blessed to be a mom to three fabulous grown up children. I am so proud of the choices they have made and the lives they are living.

Unknown said...

Hi Heather! I feel I have so many blessings in my life. But, I'm most thankful for my faith and my family! Life would seem very empty without them! Have a wonderful spring!

Jen Plimpton said...

I am so blessed but would be no where without my family and friends.

Smarter Balanced Teacher said...

Heather,
Let's talk about God at work in our lives. While I was just reading your latest few posts, and becoming your newest follower, you were doing the same at my blog. I know only because I went straight from your blog to check my email, and found your note.

Thank you for such an inspirational blog, and for the idea about writing a student's name in my palm. I write everything there. I tell people it's the only notepad I won't lose (hopefully!), but I've never thought to put my prayer list there! God does His work in mysterious ways, but this coincidence is a HUGE reminder of His power!
Brooke

Jennifer Jenkins Vukosic said...

I'm blessed to have a fabulous husband and daughter...and good health for all of us!

Jen
jeneratorj@gmail.com

Unknown said...

I love spring, too! It's finally staring to warm up where I live....I wore a dress to work for the first time in, well, too long!

I love reading your blog! Thank you for always being honest and real.

~Heidi V.

BAK Pack Photography said...

I am so lucky to have so many blessings in my life. Family, friends, my job, my pets, too many to list.
What a wonderful giveaway!
❀Beth Ann❀
Taming My Flock of Firsties
tamingmyflockoffirsties@gmail.com

BAK Pack Photography said...

I am so lucky to have so many blessings in my life. Family, friends, my job, my pets, too many to list.
What a wonderful giveaway!
❀Beth Ann❀
Taming My Flock of Firsties
tamingmyflockoffirsties@gmail.com

Primary Possibilities said...

I have so many blessings. My family, career, friends, and so much more. Thank you and congrats on all your success.

Shelia said...

Too many blessings to count! Family, friends, church, school..........
sdavis6281@hotmail.com

Unknown said...

My biggest blessing: my family <3 !
What a fun giveaway Heather!

✿Sue✿
Science for Kids Blog

Holly said...

I have ore blessings than I could ever count...my faith, family, friends (you included) my teaching and health...my happiness ...the whole lot of it!!! And more...

Xoxo

Holly @ crisscross applesauce in first grade

Khrys said...

I can't thank you enough for such a generous giveaway! I am so excited!! My 2 fuzzy puppies are my biggest blessing, they make my life so much better :) thanks again, your blog is wonderful!

Hugs,
Khrys
Keepinitkoolinkinderland.blogspot.com

Laura said...

You are so wonderful... one of the kindest and talented bloggers on here. Thank you for the opportunity, I would be so blessed!!!

Laura
Laura Love to Teach

Brooke Kendall said...

I am blessed to have an amazing supportive family. I am also blessed to have found all of these amazing bloggers to help me start my teaching career.

Unknown said...

My blessings are my amazing husband of nearly 37 years, my two sons, my daughter in law, and the rest of my family. Thank you for your giveaway. I love, love, love Target! Your giveaway is amazing.

Olwyn Hughes said...

I have so many blessings. My husband and daughter, my work, my home, the blogosphere. Too many to count!

Fourth Grade Flipper said...

You are amazing, Heather! Every time I read your blog, I am so inspired. Thank you for reminding me of the many blessings the Lord has given me (I don't know if I could choose just one). Hugs to you!!
~Holly
Fourth Grade Flipper

rebecca said...

My blessings are too many! My biggest are my 2 boys!
Rebecca
rstilz@ccs.edu

Heidi said...

What a great giveaway Heather. You are certainly a blessing to so many people. My biggest blessing is my husband. I wouldn't get through the day without him walking through life by my side. :)

Heidi
My (Not So) Elementary Life
mynotsoelementarylife@yahoo.com

Lorena said...

My biggest blessing is my family. My husband and son are my world.

Melissa said...

My family is my blessing, including my 3 dogs! This is an amazing giveaway Heather! :)

Unknown said...

My biggest blessing is my two healthy children and my loving husband. I am very lucky to have such a wonderful, supportive family!

~Traci
The Bender Bunch

Jean Robinson said...

Wow Heather! What a GREAT giveaway! My biggest blessing is my Peanut. She is the best thing I never knew I always wanted. Love it when HE has a better plan for your life than you ever thought possible.
Jean
Diving Into 2nd Grade

Special Teacher for Special Kids said...

I am blessed with a patient husband and two wonderful rescue dogs! Wonderful giveaway with an extra special thoughtful touch!

I am also blessed with so many bloggy friends.
Iteachkidsabc@gmail.com
:o) V.
Special Teacher for Special Kids

Unknown said...

My biggest blessing is having a great son, husband and God who loves me!

Jess said...

What a blessing you are to donate back to the shelter! Love reading your blog and have been a follower for awhile now!

Janet said...

I love your blog! You are always so positive and heartfelt. My biggest blessings are my family, my husband, and my dog! :)

Janet
Mrs. D's Firsties

Mrs Ward said...

Thanks for giving me the opportunity to learn more about this whole process. I try to be thankful, every day,, for the small things we take for granted in our busy lives...but I love my family more than words can express! xx Jody

Cindy L said...

My biggest blessings are my two amazing daughters. I am also blessed to have my family. I would love to win this great giveaway!

Cindy
cl14mentor@oh.rr.com

Gladys said...

What a fun giveaway! Thank you!

Gladys
teachinginhighheels(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I was able to go on a short, relaxing getaway with one of my besties!!

Mrs. Turk said...

Thank you, heather, for sharing your thoughtful, inspiring and blessed thoughts. I know very few teachers that truly display the God- given gift of teaching from The Lord...you are one of them. God Bless You. My biggest blessing is in having God's love, mercy, grace and eternal life with Jesus. Happy Easter...Rejoice in Him always. Kelly.turk@browardschools.com

Anonymous said...

Thanks for following my blog! I couldn't wait to jump over and follow yours! Thanks so much!

Unknown said...

My biggest blessing is my 4 year old son. He was born at 27 weeks and is truly a living miracle!

nancyk said...

I can't wait to explore your blog and future posts. My biggest blessing is that I am forgiven even though I don't deserve it. Your blog is an inspiration to me already. I am 2 years from retiring and it is hard to continue to try to go beyond ordinary. Thanks for all you do to inspire teachers!

Kathy said...

Hi! I am one of your newest followers! One of my blessings is most definitely my family. I am blessed to have great friends too!

Conner4 said...

My blessing today was my wonderful mother-in-law. She passed away yesterday but she was very inspirational in my life.

Unknown said...

My husband and two sweet girls are my biggest blessings. I love them to the moon and back! Thanks for this great giveaway!

Katie
kwampfler@hotmail.com

Ride Away With Mrs. Ridgway said...

My blessings are all over the place. -My best friend who just moved to San Diego.
-My students here in Alaska.
-My family back home in Indiana.
-My fella helping me with the move while he's still finishing up school.
-My new blogging friends. :D

Man! You just made my morning helping me think about my blessings.

Yay for giveaways!

Unknown said...

My class this year is such a blessing. It's truly a once in a career kind of group.

Katie P. said...

I am blessed by my husband! He does all the yard work and cleaning around the house! He rocks!

Katie
katiereeder@gmail.com

Jessica F said...

I am so blessed by my bloggy buddies! :) Thank you Heather for being the first person to ever comment on my blog, you are such an encouragement and inspiration!

Mrs. Landry said...

Thank you for doing this sweet giveaway! I have 2 awesome blessings at home- husband and child. They keep me going even when I want to give up. Thank you for your encouragement, enthusiasm, and constant reminders of why we work with these babies. :)
Shibahn

Libby said...

I'm always so thankful for my family :) Thanks for sharing your joy :)
☼Libby
First Grade Dual

Mrs. McHaffie said...

I am blessed to have family and friends whom support me in any and every adventure I decide to take!

:)
Kelly
Beg, Borrow, Steal

Anonymous said...

My blessing is my family and their health. My life would not be the same without them. :)

Unknown said...

One of my biggest blessings is my daddy . . . I'm so blessed to still have him in my life!

k5rocks said...

I am so blessed.... from my husband, to my children, to my job, to my friends.... the list goes on and on..... Recently, a friend of mine sent me a link to your blog and I have been blessed many times by your words; not only the words of encouragement, but from the downright honesty that you demonstrate.... in everyday situations that we all experience. Thank you for sharing your heart!

crystal
zadorafamily@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Heather, you are definitely a blessing to me with your positive, loving, compassionate heart and all your creative ideas!

I'm also blessed to be part of a wonderful, fun, loving teaching team!

I'm blessed beyond measure by my three precious children!!!! God blesses me with His tender mercies daily!!!

Blessings,
Tammy
tam61883@comcast.net

Teaching Munchkins said...

I have way too many blessing to be able to just name one.
So to sum it all up, my life is a blessing. And in my life is a wonderful husband, 2 kids, 2 shih-tzu dogs, 3 guinea pigs AND 2 cats (both shelter cats), my loving family and my job.
so, yea pretty much my whole life is a blessing!!

P.S. Edison is super cute... looks just like my Brooklyn!

Anonymous said...

Everyday I walk into my classroom, I look at all my blessings.
Deb81992@yahoo.com

Unknown said...

Today was a special birthday day with one of my little blessings! We spent the day shopping - just the two of us:)

Unknown said...

My blessings are my husband, my boys, my brother, my students, colleagues and friends!

shgonzal@gmail.com

JennyB said...

My blessings are my three boys and my husband. I am thankful for them every day!!!

Thanks for a great giveaway!!!

JennyB
One Berry Blog

Pauline Pretz said...

Last week my dog somehow injured his back and the vet told us he had maybe a 25% chance of getting better. A friend call us an told us about a chiropractor who impulse manipulations to help animals and had a 85% success rate. With much prayer we went and with in 3 days you could hardly tell there was anything wrong. My class is praising God for answering their prayers for their sad teacher. Their learning about power of prayer was another blessing!
Pauline
First Grade by the Sea

Cori Lyons said...

I am blessed with a great husband and a wonderful son.

lyons.cori@gmail.com

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