Feb
5
2009
5
2009
Sutara Banner Giveaway!
Filed under: Giveaways
Several of you have commented on my “Rejoice” banner…isn’t it fun?! Well, I have exciting news! Brenna, the mama who runs Sutara on Etsy, is going to do a free banner giveaway for one of my blog readers. You can choose from the “Hope” or “Love” banners in the photo above, or you can choose any other short word (4 letters or less) to have custom made with the fabric/colors that you prefer.
She also has so many cute things in her store…skirts, napkins, wall hangings…and there is a super cute Simplify banner in the same fabric as mine too. She of course does custom as well, you can see all of her creations here. These jeans , this skirt , and this apron are among my faves. This summer, I’m going to have her make a swirly patchy skirt for Bella.
To enter yourself in the drawing for the banner, leave a comment below telling me about your favorite thing to do when you have a day to yourself. The cut off for comments will be Friday, Feb. 13 at 12:00 p.m. CST…and I will announce the winner shortly after that. Yay for giveaways!
COMMENTS ARE CLOSED…Stay tuned for the announcement of a winner!
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7
2009
I move. I warm up slowly with warm beverages and amusing blogs and exercise in the middle of the day (not the crack of dawn when I’m all stiff and the blood’s not flowing). I discovered the joy of this during the flexible schedule of grad school and it may be a prime motivator (that and spending time with the kid) for quitting the office job going freelance at some point.
7
2009
My favorite thing to do when i have a day to myself is read anything I can get my hands on, whether it be wonderful old books or the internet (especially Mothering.com!)
7
2009
Hi Sara! My favorite thing to do when I have time to myself is knit, read, and drink coffee/eat scones. I never have time to myself so I really celebrate when I do!
7
2009
Oh my goodness! I would LOVE the LOVE banner!!!!
The only alone time I ever have is in the shower! heheheee! And with a little lady sometimes I’m not alone even then!
But that doesn’t bother me because I absolutely LOVE spending time with my family! They bring out the best in me, make me laugh, make me scratch my head sometimes 
, but more importantly fill my life with oh so much joy…and LOVE!!!
I’ve been so blessed with Love in my life and for finding your blog! Thank you so, so very much!!! And my thanks goes out to Sutara for offering such a blessing like this for your readers! What a heart!
7
2009
HMMM my fav thing to do alone would be…ok let me think, iv never had one…a few housr yea, but not a whole day.
I would clean my whole house while blasting my music…take a few breaks outside and enjoy the beautiful landscape around my house (we have lots of hills ad trees) then i would put on some music that dosent have wordS and pray asking god to help me write a poem about him and his glory.
I have to be alone to really get into this which is not very often….i did this once with the lord and he helped me write a pretty cool poem and i know it was him there with me guiding me on what to write for a friend of mine that was going through a hard time…
oh and if i had time after this i would get a massage…ohhhh yeaaaaaa
7
2009
yeah, i haven’t had a whole day to myself for 3 years now, the breasturant is open 24/7. but if I had a day to myself, i would absolutely spend it in nature, surfing, biking, hiking.
7
2009
Oh, I would love to win one of these! =)
I have a constant battle when it comes to any and all time that is “me-time.” I also waver between reading a book (seems I am always in the middle of at least 5!) or creating something artsy/crafty!
Jen
7
2009
I have a cup of coffee and read a magazine in bed.
I would LOVE the banner.
7
2009
since my husband just gave me the gift of almost a day alone (!!!!!!!), the best was 1. turning up music and praising the Lord in the car 2. staying up late 3. sleep in! 4. reading a book from cover to cover in one sitting 5. meeting friends for a meal.
7
2009
When I have a day to myself, I end up doing one of two things: lying in bed til all hours of the morning, or reading books. I always feel so lazy when I do the former, though… so I try to go for the book option. Philosophy, history, poetry, fiction, fantasy, and pyschology books all fit the bill! Tea is usually a pretty big part of the day, too : )
7
2009
I would absolutely adore having one that said love =-D
One my “personal days”, I like to shave my legs, paint mine and my dogs nails, do my hair, and just get all fancied up for my hubby!
7
2009
I, like many others, would read a great book w/a cup of coffee complete w/plenty of french vanilla creamer:) I might also go for a walk by the water and work on some Beth Moore Bible study at a slow pace rather than trying to hurry through it while my one year old is napping.
7
2009
If I have a day to myself I usually try and slow down and just relax…usually with some reading…catching up with my recorded shows…play outside with my pup.
7
2009
–going thrifting
–coffee treats
–pj lounging
–magazine reading at the library
–going for a long long walk
–having an uninterrupted conversation with an old friend to catch up
–yarn shopping
–browsing cookbooks and planning a better than usual supper.
7
2009
When I have a day to myself: I work on my latest sewing project, read, bake or cook something only I like, and then take a bubble bath before bedtime.
The LOVE banner is my fav!
7
2009
Stay in bed with a cup of tea and a good book, go for a long walk or do some window shopping…lovely!
8
2009
If I have time to myself I try to fit any or all of these in….read.walk.pray.fellowship.laugh.bookstore shopping.
I love the HOPE banner.
8
2009
I love to wake up to no alarm, then I make some coffee and curl up with a good book. Then I love to make lunch something I usually don’t have time for. After lunch I usually sew or read more. Then I usually do some internet browsing which I usually don’t take the time to do.
8
2009
A blend of being outdoors (hiking), cooking, and being with friends!
8
2009
On a day to myself I would start out doing a step class and body flow (yoga-tai-chi) class at the gym. Then I would go see my accupuncturist,and then go have a massage. I would go read in the sun near a lake, river, pool or the ocean, and take breaks to swim when the sun warmed my body to the point I needed a break. I would take a long walk and notice things and people, and as I walked I would talk with Jesus.
8
2009
Hmmm…..read a book, knit, go thrift sore shopping, maybe even take a nap! Oh! And eat some yummy food that someone else prepared for me. =)
8
2009
Oh man. When I have a day to myself I am completely lazy. lol I watch all my DVR’d shows and knit or read or take a nap, or cook. FUN!
8
2009
A day to myself?
I’d probably write and drink coffee all day and I’d want to at least attempt reading an entire stack of books.
It wouldn’t be all it could be if I didn’t watch as many movies as I could manage. I guess my day would need to be a whole 24 hours;)
8
2009
When I have a day with no plans, no repsonsibilities or obligations to meet, I load up the girls and go to the zoo. The baby goes in the wrap where she can take in the different plants, animals, and sounds. And the three year old gets to run about, imitating her favorite animals, splashing in puddles, petting the goats (she has a special one that comes right to her as soon as she goes in the pen), and just being completely comsumed with being three! Seeing this amazing place through their innocent eyes makes the whole world feel a little bit lighter and brighter. So much better than a day at the spa ever could be!
9
2009
MAybe a long bath and a good book and a hot cup of tea and a some yummy baked goods.
9
2009
I don’t get much time to myself, because I have three children under the age of ten. But when I do get time to myself I like to do several things, go to the library, I love books! Maybe go to the craft store, I have recently rediscovered the creative part of myself and I am always making something. Sometimes I go on a drive to this outdoor chapel near my house called Pretty Place and I just sit and look out over the Blue Ridge mountains and marvel at God’s wonderful creation and try to collect my thoughts and feelings so I can go back to my family in a more peaceful state of mind! I don’t think people realize how important quiet is to their lives. I am learning in my own life how important it is to me! God Bless!
9
2009
What a wonderful giveaway! Thanks to you and Brenna!
If I had a day to myself I would sleep in, spend some time watching t.v. (something other than sports or cartoons), make a lunch that the rest of my family would typically turn their noses up at and then spend the afternoon working on a project (cooking or crafting) or maybe visiting some new local shops that I haven’t had time to get to yet.
9
2009
Dont have a day to myself, but once a year i go to london with a friend For a weekend.We have breakfast in bed, we go shopping, we go to coffee shops and actually finish our drinks!! we see a show or two. Igo to bed and sleep the whole night through(i have an 8yr old and 3 and 2 yr old boys)I love being a mum but i love my weekend away when i remember what it is to be free.I wouldnt change a thing.
9
2009
“If” I had time to myself I would go the bookstore and browse for a REALLY long time. Then I would take my dog on a nice hike and come home to find the house clean and dinner ready!
9
2009
…it is honestly to get my home in order. Uninterrupted time to mop, scrub, organize, straighten… and of course, a nap with a good book. Thanks for the giveaway!
9
2009
When I have a day to myself, I LOVE to just pamper myself… take extra time doing skin care, hair care, make-up… organize my room… and then just read a good book or watch a romantic movie. :]
9
2009
Honestly I like to clean my house….or scrapbook. Humm or Kayak, climb, take a walk…there are not enough free days!!!
9
2009
This is amazing! Thank you! I was just looking at my kitchen this morning thinking that a banner would look perfect above my sink, and then I read about your giveaway! As a mom of four under the age of 7, I truly miss reading. If and when I have time to myself, that is my favorite thing to do. Just drop me off at a bookstore for hours…
9
2009
Oh! How lovely. I’d love to have the “HOPE” banner, as my daughter’s name is Hope.
Lets see…A whole DAY? Wow- if money was not an object I would probably get a few spa treatments and buy myself a stack of magazines to linger over as I ate my lunch from a fancy restaurant. But in all seriousness, a day with NO money spent would be/could be just as special. Sleep in, hang out in bed in my pjs, coffee, read. Do some yoga, eat a sticky bun go to a bookstore and hang out for a few hours, knit or sew, lots of fresh fruit and a Vosges chocolate bar, tea, bubble bath, Indian food take-out (or sushi) romantic comedy or TLC, reading and early to bed, hmmm…heaven on earth!
9
2009
Read!
9
2009
When I have a day to myself I love to take my time getting up, drink some coffee, stay in my pajamas, watch movies, and spend time reading. I also might call a friend to go visit, bake some cookies, and you’ll probably catch me staring out the window.
9
2009
Love to explore new stores and areas of town I’m not as familiar with. Love to be outside and enjoy much-needed time with old friends. An entire day to myself doesn’t happen very often!!
10
2009
Read…explore…nothing.
10
2009
A day to myself…so rare that I have trouble imagining it! It would have to involve hot coffee, a great book or new magazines, and a porch swing if possible…
10
2009
Oh my word, I day to myself….where would my family be?! Well, anyway, here’s what I would do (in order):
~Wake up, get a mug of java and read on the couch wth the dogs at my feet. Or since no one is home I would maybe let them on the couch. Shhh, don’t tell!
~Make cookies…no particular kind.
~Eat a PB & Honey sandwich
~Go for a woalk in the woods
~Take a bath with candles and a book and oh dear maybe even a glass of wine
~Sit in my cozy jammies with myknitting in front of the woodstove.
~Pine for my family and wish they were with me…..
10
2009
go to a coffeeshop and read with a good book!
10
2009
Having a toddler and a newborn makes it impossible to have a day to myself, but the next time that I have one, I’ll hopefully have my friend give me a massage, make a few phone calls, do some yoga, grab a yummy coffee, walk along the beach with my wonderful hubby, and have some “adult time”
10
2009
Pray and play the piano…and sleep!
10
2009
Play the piano, watch a movie, or surf the web.
10
2009
relax, breathe deep, do some yoga with my daughter, dance some more with my daughter, play and have fun and remember to be a child with my daughter and then just be still…
if the weather is nice go fora hike and we pick flowers and relax in the sunshine
we try to make the most of our day because i am never alone being a single mama and i prefer to be with her then alone in that sense of the word!
10
2009
No need to enter me. Just wanted to say how beautiful they are. I love the way we can put ourselves into cloth and thread and knot.
Now, as far as what I do with a day by myself… ah, tea and chocolate, a good book, cello, rocking and looking out the window and just dreaming…
10
2009
I love to go to the ocean, small beach town for some yummy snacks and go straight to the sand and take in the ocean
10
2009
Run in the crisp morning air, shower, eat a fabulously healthy breakfast, read and have coffee, nap, listen to my favorite music, read, a fun lunch with a friend, snuggles with my family, a gourmet dinner and red wine, family movie night and kisses good night.
11
2009
Hey! loving your blog by the way! When I am by myself, I love to just relax. Read a great book, shower, you know do all the things I can’t do with a baby around!
11
2009
I kickback and snuggle my baby.