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Monday, December 30, 2013

Top Posts of 2013: Blog Hop & Giveaway!


Well, this is IT! 2013 has come to an end.....and oh what a year it has been! One year ago, I had been blogging for just 3 months.....and I was just starting to figure things out. Of course, I still have a long way to go, but what a difference a year makes! 2013 has been a great year for me - I have discovered my voice as a blogger, developed some amazing relationships, and found my niche in the great big blogging world! I am so grateful to all of YOU, my readers, for your fabulous support.....and I can't wait to see what 2014 holds.

But before we move forward, let's take a moment to look back at my TOP POSTS of 2013! Ready for the countdown? Here goes! (Feel free to pin what you like....and then check out what else I have in store for you!!)



 #10: Strawberry Shortcake Pops
http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/05/strawberry-shortcake-pops.html


http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/12/eggnog-monkey-bread.html


http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/08/salted-caramel-apple-dip.html


http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/07/no-bake-key-lime-meltaways.html
http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/09/pumpkin-nutella-muddy-buddies.html
http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/06/blueberry-monkey-bread.html
http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/08/no-bake-butterfinger-fudge.html
http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/09/pumpkin-spice-smoothie.html
http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/03/no-bake-mint-oreo-meltaways.html
http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/05/lemon-bar-muddy-buddies.html

 (Do you notice anything?? They're all desserts! Are you trying to tell me something???)

As a special THANK YOU for all your support, I'd like to offer one of you the chance to win a $50 Amazon Giftcard! Woo hoo! Just enter below.....and then take a few moments to visit all the other super talented bloggers who are part of the hop! You can check out their top posts of 2013, and enter to win a $50 gift card from each of them! Yep....that's right.....we're starting the New Year off right! Let's make it a GREAT one!!!!

a Rafflecopter giveaway
And now.....here are the 15 other fabulous blogs you DEFINITELY want to visit! Good luck!!
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121 comments :

  1. Gina KleinworthDecember 30, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    WOW - it's certainly been a great year in recipes!!! Love the giveaway- I would use it towards upcoming birthdays that start right after the new year.

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  2. Ashley @ 3 Little GreenwoodsDecember 30, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Oh my! Look at all that yummy sweetness! My husband will love the Key Lim Meltaways. I'm pinning and making them. ;)

    Ashley @ 3littlegreenwoods

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  3. Kristina ProffittDecember 30, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Thanks for the chance! I'd love to put that gift card toward some more Project Life goodies! ;)

    Hugs!
    Kristina @ www.one-happy-mama.com

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  4. TinaDecember 30, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    Hehe, I love that your tops posts are all desserts! Have a happy new year!
    Tina at www.tinaschic.com

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  5. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    I love all the desserts that made the list!!! Looks like we all love our sweets here. And of course I will keep buying more books on amazon lol!

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  6. Amanda December 30, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    I'd use it towards the juicer I want!

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  7. kellyr78December 30, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    I would buy a purse.
    kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom

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  8. SusanDecember 30, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Just found your blog and I love it! If I won the gift card, I would use it towards some cute baking supplies.

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  9. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    I would use it to buy something for my daughter's birthday which is in early February. Thanks!

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  10. ShicaDecember 30, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    kitchen gadgets

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  11. CelesteDecember 30, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    a new curling iron :)

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  12. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    If I won the $50 Amazon gift card, I would put it towards a barstool my husband really, really found on Amazon and wants!

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  13. AnonymousDecember 30, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    I would buy cookbooks

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  14. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    I think I'd buy some books!

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  15. MamaFeelgoodDecember 30, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    I would purchase yoga books so that I could continue my education.

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  16. Beemer0627December 30, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    I'd buy things for my upcoming wedding! :)

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  17. shelly8806December 30, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    I'd use it towards buying a food processor!

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  18. TrishDecember 30, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    I'd buy a couple of books and the Zafu meditation cushion I've been eyeing up!!

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  19. Colleen BoudreauDecember 30, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Ebooks.

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  20. JessiDecember 30, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    I would buy some new books I've been wanting!

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  21. NettieDecember 30, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    Wow, generous giveaway! I would buy 2 quilt books that I have been wishing for!
    Thanks so much... nettiecrain@live.com

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  22. lesleyanaDecember 30, 2013 at 11:06 AM

    definitely would purchase silhouette supplies for my new machine!!!

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  23. LjDecember 30, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    I would love to win the amazon gift card! I've had my eyes on a couple of new cooking books I'd love to add to my library!

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  24. MeileeDecember 30, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    I'd buy a lens filter for our new camera. Thanks!

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  25. AnonymousDecember 30, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Baking supplies of course! So that I can make all those delicious desserts that were so popular last year.

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  26. Kathy D.December 30, 2013 at 11:56 AM

    I would buy some raw nuts, cashew butter, cacao butter, and some shea butter. It's all about the butters.

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  27. StephanieDecember 30, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    I love all the desserts, so yummy and tempting. Thank you. I'd buy a new pair of boots with the Amazon giftcard - mine are definitely looking a little shabby.

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  28. mommyjen99December 30, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    I would probably buy clothes for the kids...

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  29. JCDecember 30, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    I would use it for a Kindle purchase

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  30. Brenda LeeDecember 30, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    My addiction is craft goodies - would definitely use it to buy rubber stamps! :) Thank you for the chance at winning.

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  31. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    Looks like you had a terrific 2013! Can't wait to see what 2014 has to bring :)

    Happy Blogging!
    Happy Valley Chow

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  32. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    Guitar case for my husband! :)

    sarahlouisegattens@gmail.com

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  33. LindyDecember 30, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    organizational items so I can finally be organized :) Thanks for the chance!

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  34. ElenaDecember 30, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    I would buy books

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  35. susanDecember 30, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    I would love to get a baking pan.

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  36. PurviscsDecember 30, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    I would buy some Project Life items.

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  37. ZannahDecember 30, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    I would buy books for my kindle

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  38. Natasha JohnsonDecember 30, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    craft supplies....its my weakness lol. i just wanna be fully ready for whatever comes up. a part of me feels like i need to have a small craftstore at my dispense lol

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  39. Pink Scissors DesignDecember 30, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    I've been wanting Julia Child's Mastering The Art of French Cooking.

    Deborah
    pinkscissorsdesign @gmail .com

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  40. Madame HeatherDecember 30, 2013 at 3:13 PM

    Bath towels!
    Thank you xo,
    Heathet P.
    Spunky real deals

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  41. Kim H.December 30, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    I would love to get some books on my wishlist!

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  42. AdrianaDecember 30, 2013 at 3:51 PM

    I would buy a makeup brush I want!

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  43. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 3:59 PM

    i would get a nice case for my tablet

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  44. akronugurlDecember 30, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    i would buy makeup

    freebiel0ve@yahoo.com

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  45. MaryBDecember 30, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    I would buy a book I've had my eye on and some baking supplies.

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  46. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    Thank you very much. I can't wait to try the Mint oreo Meltaways. If I win I would get new cookie sheets and craft items.

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  47. chedeb5353December 30, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    I would buy books. Debra chedeb5353@hotmail.com

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  48. Paula BallDecember 30, 2013 at 5:56 PM

    buy my dog a no bark collar

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  49. DebbieDecember 30, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    I would put it toward textbooks for my son.

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  50. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    I would buy a new crock pot.

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  51. Things to Do NowDecember 30, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    My daughter and I want mother daughter aprons. I love having my mini-me in the kitchen with me!

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  52. freebiequeen15December 30, 2013 at 7:17 PM

    I'd buy a mini food processor

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  53. DoreenDecember 30, 2013 at 7:41 PM

    Maybe I'd put it towards a Kitchen Aid Mixer! :)

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  54. momof2girlsDecember 30, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    I would buy an Otterbox for my phone.

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  55. Shooting Stars MagDecember 30, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    I'd love to get some books on my personal wish list!

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  56. thisisliferemixDecember 30, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    some clothes for my baby

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  57. Bridget Heiple ReichDecember 30, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    My son is still in diapers, so that is what I would buy!! :)

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  58. JennDecember 30, 2013 at 9:07 PM

    Some Cookbooks!

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  59. Karen HDecember 30, 2013 at 10:05 PM

    I have a wish list of items on Amazon!

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  60. The Poole HouseDecember 30, 2013 at 10:33 PM

    I'd buy myself the things that I didn't get for Christmas that are still on my wish list!

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  61. UnknownDecember 30, 2013 at 11:37 PM

    Phone cases :)

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  62. UnknownDecember 31, 2013 at 12:27 AM

    I would apply it toward a LeapPad Ultra for my sons.

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  63. johnnypDecember 31, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    I would buy some canning jars

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  64. UnknownDecember 31, 2013 at 12:32 AM

    kitchen aid attachment, thanks. happy new year

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  65. JennayDecember 31, 2013 at 1:29 AM

    Love all of your recipes!! =) I would use it to buy some accessories for my camera!!

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  66. EmilyDecember 31, 2013 at 1:32 AM

    Metal stamping tools for jewelry making

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  67. AshleyDecember 31, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    I'd get some baby supplies.

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  68. Carla SDecember 31, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    I would buy new pots and pans.

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  69. JeanetteDecember 31, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    I would probably buy a pair of brown boots!

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  70. The Allen FamilyDecember 31, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    I'd hold on to it until I found a great deal on a new set of pans. I need one!
    Dezi A
    sethdez@hotmail.com

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  71. Monica @ BellinaOriginalsDecember 31, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    Diapers and maybe some baking sheets.

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  72. Monica @ BellinaOriginalsDecember 31, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    Diapers and maybe some baking sheets.

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  73. Jessica @ Barefoot by the SeaDecember 31, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    I would buy my sister in law a welcome baby gift...she's due 1/16 with her first baby! Of course we got her her crib bedding for her shower gift but I think the new baby could use a variety of board books! :) Thanks for the amazing giveaway! Oh and I think I'm a huge reason why those lemon muddy buddies made your list! I think I hit that page over 1,000 times!!!!

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  74. Mia J.December 31, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    I would buy a nice gift for my husbands birthday.

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  75. judy gardnerDecember 31, 2013 at 2:35 PM

    i would get some k-cups for our keurig

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  76. UnknownDecember 31, 2013 at 6:21 PM

    I love the cake pops and muddie buddies yummy!

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  77. barkergirl33December 31, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    I need a new air purifier. Thanks for the giveaway and Happy New Year! Raine buzzyngabe( at) yahoo.com

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  78. ElisabethDecember 31, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    I would stock up on household items, Amazon's great for that!

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  79. Some Lucky DogDecember 31, 2013 at 9:13 PM

    I'm saving Amazon gcs for a serger for my sewing room.

    CINDY B on rafflecopter

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  80. James & AndreaJanuary 1, 2014 at 2:13 AM

    Baby and birth prep! Baby is due in February!

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  81. ercJanuary 1, 2014 at 10:03 AM

    I will use it on crafting/sewing supplies! :)

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  82. UnknownJanuary 1, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    shoes and shirts for myself.

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  83. AlisonJanuary 1, 2014 at 12:32 PM

    I just found your blog via simple as that and I can't wait to explore it more and see what 2014 will bring!

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  84. Denise TurnerJanuary 1, 2014 at 3:28 PM

    Books!

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  85. Tabathia BJanuary 1, 2014 at 4:19 PM

    I would get my daughter a few books and some apps

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  86. CrystalJanuary 1, 2014 at 7:27 PM

    I would buy a new iPad cover and a crockpot :)

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  87. Debra (dubbage42)January 1, 2014 at 8:07 PM

    I would probably use it to buy a gift for my hubby. 2013 was a lean year - no room for extras.

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  88. steve weberJanuary 2, 2014 at 12:20 AM

    a few iphone cases.

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  89. UnknownJanuary 2, 2014 at 1:24 AM

    I'd probably use it towards some books for school.

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  90. UnknownJanuary 2, 2014 at 5:47 AM

    I'd use it to go toward a new camera lens

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  91. AllisonJanuary 2, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    I'd buy a cheese board!

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  92. UnknownJanuary 2, 2014 at 1:47 PM

    Groceries!

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  93. UnknownJanuary 2, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    I would buy baby items for my little one arriving shortly!

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  94. susan1215January 2, 2014 at 7:48 PM

    I would buy some books.

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  95. Carmen NJanuary 2, 2014 at 8:07 PM

    A gift for my husband - his birthday is coming up soon

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  96. UnknownJanuary 2, 2014 at 10:22 PM

    It'd go towards a new camera!

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  97. Erika P.January 3, 2014 at 12:21 AM

    I would get a new printer
    ET Pruitt

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  98. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 7:13 AM

    Lovely round up, everything looks awesome! Here's to an amazing 2014 and can't wait to see what you make this year :)

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  99. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 8:06 AM

    I'd buy books for my kindle.

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  100. some kind of wonderfulJanuary 3, 2014 at 11:39 AM

    I would probably buy some baby stuff since my little girl is due next month!

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  101. msmissy02January 3, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    I think I would buy some movies off our wishlist. Thanks for the giveaway! DamianMom at yahoo dot com

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  102. kywildcats_10January 3, 2014 at 12:43 PM

    New baby things.

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  103. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2014 at 12:55 PM

    Books and maybe some new bakeware :)

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  104. MarleneJanuary 3, 2014 at 5:12 PM

    I would buy a birthday present for my grandson

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  105. pippiroseJanuary 3, 2014 at 5:13 PM

    I'd buy a book and some art supplies.

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  106. UnknownJanuary 3, 2014 at 5:26 PM

    New kitchen utensils - the kiddies were a little rough on mine this holiday baking season! ;)

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  107. Lolly JaneJanuary 3, 2014 at 11:43 PM

    It was fun doing this hop with you! Your recipes are mouth watering...that Butterfinger fudge...mmm.

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  108. slehanJanuary 4, 2014 at 1:32 AM

    Books! Your photos are lovely.
    Thanks for the contest.

    slehan at juno dot com

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  109. kjasusJanuary 4, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    i would buy shoes

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  110. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    I would buy Argan oil!

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  111. SineaJanuary 4, 2014 at 11:31 AM

    I would definitely buy some items for my preschool projects. Craft supplies, etc.

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  112. Kelly MassmanJanuary 4, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    i would give it to my son for college textbooks... thanks kmassman gmail

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  113. SharonJanuary 4, 2014 at 9:11 PM

    Awesome blog. I would buy a perfume oil and a pretty scarf.

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  114. Marianne B in AZJanuary 4, 2014 at 9:41 PM

    Probably K-cups for my Keurig =)

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  115. UnknownJanuary 4, 2014 at 9:55 PM

    I've been eyeing this really cute pair of boots. Of course, I've also got 200 odd things in my wish lists, so it might go there, instead. But I think the boots will win!

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  116. ItziaJanuary 4, 2014 at 10:05 PM

    I would buy some cookbooks

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  117. Becky @ Babes in HairlandJanuary 4, 2014 at 10:09 PM

    I'd probably buy my husband a new board game for his birthday. He loves one that cost a pretty penny, so I'd put it toward that!

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  118. UnknownJanuary 4, 2014 at 10:12 PM

    I would buy some books.

    rounder9834 @yahoo.com

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  119. KurryJanuary 4, 2014 at 11:17 PM

    I'm upgrading my computer, so I'd use it to put towards my video card .

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  120. UnknownJanuary 4, 2014 at 11:20 PM

    I would buy some books!

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