Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Blog Brain and a GIVE AWAY!!!!!!

I got blog brain. Blog brain is when you are being inundated by things that you want to say and not enough time to put it all down and then you lose those moments of inspiration. Blog brain. So whenever I get in a funk I read, heck, I read whenever I can, not just when I’m in a funk, but whenever I have a free minute. I am a voracious reader. I consume books like a 12-year-old soccer team consumes pizza. It can be a little scary sometimes. LOL My love of reading is probably the greatest gift my parents ever instilled in me and I am thankful that my daughter has a love for reading and the written word as well. My WH doesn’t worry about me spending tons of money on clothes or shoes or even a cute purse, but boy does he ever start to get nervous when he knows we are going to………THE BOOK STORE….. I love them, love them. Could stay in one for days. Just looking and browsing and discovering the gift that lies between the covers in wait for me to unwrap it.

So, because I can’t get rid of my blog brain and because I want to “share the love” when it comes to books, I am having a contest, actually I am having TWO contest.

But first…(anyone who reads my blog that knows me personally, knows that you have to hang on tight when we have conversations because I am all over the page…)

But first, or would that be second, I gotta tell you about something. If you look over there <--- you will see links to Proverbs 31 ministry and She Speaks. (Come back after you go see, I got more to say) Both amazing ministries. Lysa TerKeurst heads up an amazing group of ladies that I admire, hold in high esteem and pray that I can grow up to be like one day. The Proverbs 31 team has written a wonderful collection of books, they speak all over the country and are so on fire for God that you can get blistered by just being in the same room. If you get a chance to hear any of the ladies from P31 speak go because you will be blessed at the wisdom God imparts in these girls.

So here are the details. If you leave a comment from now until midnight Thursday on my blog you will be entered in a drawing for one of my all time favorite Lysa books, “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God.” This is literally the book that changed my life and helped take the blinders off my heart and allow God’s light to shine through. All you gotta do is leave a comment and I will use my random number picker to pick a winner! I will post on the blog Friday morning (early) who won so be sure to stop back by. Leave an email addy with your comment so that I can let you know if you won.

But wait…you said there were TWO contests… wow, you guys don’t miss a thing.

The second contest is a little bit more involved and rewarded accordingly. Get the word out, not only about my blog but about P31 as well. Let your friends know and have them stop by my blog say hi and leave a comment. All they gotta say is “Hi, Your name here told me to stop by.” Whoever sends the most people by will get Lysa’s brand new book “Becoming More then Just a Good Bible Study Girl.” I keep saying MY BLOG because Lysa won't know what to think if you post on her blog about My contest. LOL. But be sure to say hi to her too.

Wow I got some linky love going on in this blog today. So spread the word, pass it on and go see P31 website and all that they have to offer. It’s all about furthering God’s kingdom and if my blog brain today and a give-away can help make that happen, I’m all about it. Gotta go get ready for work. I hope you all have a wonderful day!

49 comments:

Michelle Thomas said...

I'm leaving you my comment! =) You are so funny and it makes me want to start my blog...;) Have a great day! Michelle T.
**You know I'm not a reader but if I win I promise I'll read it.

Anonymous said...

You will have to announce the winner "really" early if you are going to do it Friday morning. Didn't you say we were leaving the house around 4am? Don't put me in the drawing... I've already seen some of "what happens when women say yes to God". Must be an amazing book, because I sure have an amazing wife.

(WH)

Karen Dawkins said...

So glad that God put us together on this journey!!!
"Blog brain" - that's funny.

Hey, if I don't win, can I borrow your copy???

Anonymous said...

Hi, Tammy Marquess told me to stop by!

Amanda Dengler said...

Hey Leigh, Tammy Marquess told me to stop by.
--Amanda

Anonymous said...

Hey Leigh, here's my comment!!! I'm stopping by and sending all my peeps to check you out too!!! BRING IT ON!!!!! Love you!

Thanks, Anonymous, thanks Amanda!

Tammy Marquess

Ashley Morris said...

Hello Tammy Marquess told me to stop by!

Anonymous said...

Thanks Ashley and MOL - where are you?

Tammy

Karen Dawkins said...

Hey, I invited all my friends to post. :) Tammy's winning, though. Come on friends!!!

Anonymous said...

Darn, Karen!!!

Cut a girl some slack!!!

:)

Tammy

Anonymous said...

Tammy Marquess told me to stop by!

Anonymous said...

Hello, Tammy Marquess told me to stop by!

Anonymous said...

Hi Leigh,
Tammy Marquess told me to stop by. I have learned what "blog brain" means. I too am an avid reader and read whenever I have the chance.
RL

Anonymous said...

Hey Leigh!
Love to you my friend :)
Tammy M. told me to drop by!!!!
I will pass along as well!!!! :)
Jill

Anonymous said...

Tammy said to stop by!!! I did!!!


~~Beth

Anonymous said...

My wife made me do it!!! (Tammy Marquess)

WH Doug Marquess

Renee Ingoe said...

Leigh, you are hilarious ! You make me dizzy though. Love you girl. Tammy M. didn't tell me (lol) I came on my own. Read the book, LOVE the book, it also changed my life. (What happens when women say yes to God)
Renee

Karen Dawkins said...

Tammy, are you paying your friends to come??? Not that it's not a beautiful blog! Where are my friends? Love all y'all!

Anonymous said...

Hi, Tammy Marquess told me to stop by!... Love ya Leigh (and Tammy):) Sharon Jackson

Anonymous said...

Hi Leigh,
This is Amy New stopping by.

Anonymous said...

Hi,
Tammy Marquess told me to stop by!
Heather D.

Anonymous said...

Our Aunt Mimi (Tammy Marquess) told us to stop by! Jackson & Jaydon

Alicia Moore said...

Tammy Marquess told me to post a comment here. I guess now I have yet another blog to add to my favorites...

Karen Dawkins said...

Alicia, visit me too :)

Anonymous said...

Tammy Marquess, my cousin, told me to post a commet here. Hello to you all from the great state of TN.

Anonymous said...

Tammy Marquess said to stop and say hello.
Rob

Anonymous said...

Tammy Marquess said to say hello.
Carolyn

Anonymous said...

Tammy Marquess said to post.
Crystal

Anonymous said...

Hello to you by me recommended by Tammy Marquess.
Casey Beasley

Anonymous said...

Tammy Marquess said to say hello to you all.
Ellen Covert

Anonymous said...

Gayle Smith was told by her daughter Tammy to say hello to you all. So I am saying hello, hello, hello.

Anonymous said...

Hi Tammy Marquess asked me to stop by.

Anonymous said...

1:45 WAS POSTED BY BARBARA MEACHUM, AND 1:52 WAS POSTED BY SARA BINGHAM - THANK YOU LADIES!!!!

NOW TO FIND OUT WHO WAS AT 8:43????

TAMMY

Anonymous said...

Karen, absolutely NOT! I just have the best friends in the WORLD! THANK YOU EVERYBODY FOR PLAYING ALONG!!!!!

TAM

Anonymous said...

12:04 WAS POSTED BY ROBIN EGLIN

TAMMY

Angie said...

Angie Robertson was here!! Cool blog!

Leigh said...

Wow, thanks everyone for stopping by. Please leave a name so that I will have something to put in the drawing for Friday morning. Check back on Friday for the results and be sure to spread the word!!! Have a wonderful evening.

Unknown said...

WOW Leigh, love the blogs. Tammy did not tell me to stop by, I've visited a few times. I enjoy your insight. See u later. luv u

Susanne

Anonymous said...

Hi, Tammy Marquess told me to stop by and I'm glad she did. I'll be back.

Have a great day!
Janet Rusk

Stacey Hill said...

Hey there chick!! Amy New told me to come check this here blog out! I am so very glad she did!!
big hugs, Stacey Hill

Karen Dawkins said...

Tammy, this has been fun!!! :)
Have a fantastic day everyone!

Anonymous said...

GOT IT! 8:43 DAVID GUILLORY!

TAMMY

Anonymous said...

Tammy M told me to stop by...Awesome site ! :)

Anonymous said...

12:10 was Laurie Peters - she just emailed me!!! Thanks Laurie!!!!

Tam

Anonymous said...

Hey Leigh, Tammy Marquess told me to stop by.

Cindy

Ann said...

Leigh,
I am so impressed with you and what you are doing. I am daily learning more about you - and my son! Our thoughts and prayers are with you - we pray that all will go well.
Love you bunches,
Ann - the MIL

Lynda said...

You have a wonderful gift and are such a blessing to those who know and love you.
Love,
Mom

Kim Palmer said...

Leigh,
God has blessed with a gift. I sure God will even bless you more. I will be praying for Doctor, you and your family. Remember, if you need anything just call or email me.
Kim Palmer

Anonymous said...

Tammy Marquess told me to stop by.