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So this morning I was thinking about what a big week it is for Melanie and her book and everyone who’s going to get to read her book because it is hilarious. And touching. And fantastic.
And then I decided that I have some sort of codependent enthusiasm disorder that causes me to be over-the-top excited about something going on with a friend – to the point that other people might be tempted to ask me to HUSH IT, POR FAVOR.
Regardless, I am so proud of my sweet friend, and since I am in fact beside myself that her book releases this Friday, I thought it would be fun to do a little impromptu giveaway. I haven’t even told Melanie that I’m going to do this, primarily because she would try to talk me out of it.
TOO LATE FOR THAT, SISTER.
So here’s what I’m going to do. I’m giving away five copies of Melanie’s book, Sparkly Green Earrings: Catching the Light at Every Turn – but you only have until 5 o’clock central time on Tuesday to enter the giveaway. A little after 5 o’clock I’ll draw for five winners, and I’ll notify them by email ASAP. And if you’ve already ordered a copy of the book, feel free to enter and then give away your prize if you win. I’ll even have it shipped to someone else if you want. Just please make sure that your email address is accurate when you leave your comment since that’s the way that I’ll contact the winners.
So. If you’d like to enter, just leave a comment with your answer to this question: what’s your favorite song right now?
(I have no idea why I picked that question.)
(But let’s just run with it.)
Remember – you have to enter the giveaway by 5 o’clock central. PM, of course. Because if you think I’m going to wake up at 5 in the morning to moderate giveaway comments, then perhaps I should introduce myself.
Can’t wait to see who wins!
(Well, really you’re all winners.)
(At least that’s what pageant emcees say.)
(And you know what? I believe ’em.)
This giveaway is now closed. Winners will be notified shortly!
Southern Comfort Zone- Brad Paisley. I am very excited to read Melanies book. I LOVE that you are so excited for her.
Christ is Risen by Shane and Shane…I cried just at the intro video, can’t wait to get my hands on the book!
One Thing Remains – Kristian Stanfill
I have lots of favorites, but the song I hear most often is” Moves Like Jagger” by Maroon 5. It’s my ringtone for my husband ;)
Is it weird that as a 28 yr old single/childless female who grew up/still lives in Minnesota can’t wait to read BOTH of your books?! …. Don’t answer that. :)
I Just Can’t Give Up Now by Mary Mary is my anthem for 2013 (despite all the bad dates; this girl is determined to change that whole single/childless part). :)
Winter Song by Sara Bareilles and Ingrid Michaelson
“Family Man” by Andrew Peterson
My favorite song right now is “This Ain’t Your Momma’s Broken Heart” by Miranda Lambert. Love it!
Kim J
I am looking so forward to reading this book! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to win it!
My favorite song right now is “Praise You In The Storm” by Casting Crowns because that is what I desire to do @ this particular time in my life.
Chris Tomlin – “God of Angel Armies” I know that’s not the real name, but it’s a big line in the song!
Loving After the Storm by Mumford and Sons.
My favorite song right now is Holy by Matt Redman. :)
Need you Now by Plumb. Thanks so much for the giveaway!
I have two little girls, so I don’t get to listen to much these days besides children’s music. I think my favorite right now is “Jesus Loves Me”. I sing it in the dark as I rock my little ones before bed. Nothing sweeter than a little one and those simple words.
I love the song He’s Always Been Faithful to Me by Sara Groves!
Sufjan Stevens’ version of Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing!
This Ain’t Your Mama’s Broken Heart by Miranda Lambert.
Phillip Phillips “Home” is a catchy tune stuck in my head right now.
The ENTIRE soundtract of Pitch Perfect. I could listen to it all day long every day!
Is and always will be Amazing Grace.
Mandisa Good morning! Listen to it everyday!
Some Nights by un.
I can’t get Darius Rucker’s Wagon Wheel out of my head!!! It’s like it’s stuck on repeat!
Can’t think of a current favorite but my all-time favorite is What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong. I sang it to my daughter for 42 days in a row when she was in the NICU.
Almost anything by Casting Crowns.
I’m old. This 15 year old song is my current fav: Somebody’s Praying by a Ricky Skaggs.
Titanium by David Guetta!
“Your love never Fails” by the Newsboys.
My favorite line is:
And when the oceans rage, I don’t have to be afraid. Because I know that You loveme, Your love never fails.
Loving, Adonai. Stuck in my head
Anything by Ben Rector
My favorite song right now is Sovereign by Chris Tomlin off his new CD. On CONSTANT repeat!!!!!!!!!!! :)
I have been singing “Deeper Still” for the last week – even more loudly after the little boy in Midland City was rescued yesterday!
Need You Now by Plumb. Wow. Just wow!
10,000 Reasons, hands down. But I love so many.
So excited to read this book!
Hmm, no big favorites here, but I did wake up this morning with a Journey song stuck in my head. And for that, I thank the Lord above. It shall be a good day!
We just downloaded the Fisher Price Sunday School Songs from iTunes and I’m loving reliving my childhood and sharing them with my own children!
Downton Abbey theme song :)
Girl on Fire by Alicia Keys. And when I’m feeling extra sassy, I listen to the Inferno Version with Nikki Minaj. :) It’s my new anthem. Because I’m the kind of girl who has an anthem.
“How Sweet It Is to be Loved By You” James Taylor version.
This was the recessional at my daughter’s wedding in July. It was lovely & fun and I just keep singing it.
I would so love to win a copy! Just the title gets me all happy and excited.
Currently my favorite song is the one my 2 almost 3 year old sings to herself while she plays. It never seems to end, but it is about (I think) Jesus, going peepee on the potty, goldfish crackers, sharing, chocolate and bears. But sometimes none of those and sometimes more than those. It makes me smile to hear what she is thinking about and see what cathes her attention.
I am loving Group 1 Crew’s He said. Hope i win!
Home by Phillip Phillips. love love love that song!
I crammed the entire first season of Smash into this past weekend, so my current favorite is “Let Me Be Your Star.” Can’t wait for the new episode tonight!!
Sing, Sing, Sing by Chris Tomlin.
Macklemore’s Thrift Shop… please don’t tell my church mom friends.
“I Still Believe in You” by Vince Gill
Redeemed by Big Daddy Weave!
Redeemed by Big Daddy Weave! Hope I get a copy of the book!
I Love You by Eli Young Band
This Aint my Mama’s Broken Heart!
“Just Give Me a Reason” – the duet off Pink’s new album.
It’s a new Phillips, Craig and Dean song that I keep hearing on the radio, but I haven’t caught the name of it yet. Can I still qualify for the giveaway?! I was in the city last week and had every intention of going to Family Christian bookstore – coupon in hand – to purchase Big Mama’s book. Unfortunately, it was low on the priority list that day and I ran out of time.
After hearing this song at church recently, it keeps running thru my head. I relate to it so well and know it to be so true. Love Will Hold US Together by Matt Maher
I am still listening to Dave Barnes’ Christmas album on repeat. I know, I have a problem :)
Fave song is a toss up, 10000 reasons by Matt Redman, or girl on Fire by Alicia Keys.
I don’t think I have a current favorite song, but have been singing “Softly and Tenderly” and “Be Still My Soul” to my 9 month old a lot lately.
How Country Feels by Randy Houser
Gold by Britt Nicole
I keep replaying in my mind “As for Me and My House” and I think it is by John Waller. Great song. I am really excited about this book and yours too!!!
My favorite song is Home by Phillip Phillips…my 6 year and I can not hear it enough!
Umm, don’t tell anyone but i actually don’t have a favorite song. I don’t even listen to music music much. Though I suppose I could answer Twinkle Twinkle Little Star since that is my just turned 2 year olds favorite song.
“In the Garden’
Two Black Cadillacs by Carrie Underwood. Cant wait to read this book :)
Probably “Beautiful Things” by Gungor.
I wrote this whole acceptance speech in my head…I kind of tailored it to the Miss America pageant…so I hope I win so that I may share it with the whole world, and prayerfully…bring a little hope and joy to all.
As much as i HATE to admit this-I’m really loving Taylor Swift’s new song “I Knew You Were Trouble” (don’t tell anyone) Dang her and her catchy tunes!
Trouble by Taylor Swift.
10,000 reasons has been my theme song the last couple months.
I love 10,000 Reasons by Matt Redman
I like a silly song by Toby Mac called “Funky Jesus Music”. Very fun song!
My favorite song right now is Rain by Creed.
Sure hope you pick me!
Meredith Andrews – Not For A Moment
I would LOVE to read the book!
Blues Man, the Alan Jackson version…it has been on repeat in my car for two days and I don’t know why!
Waiting for this book has been like waiting for a baby, so excited!
‘I Will Wait’ by Mumford & Sons
my favorite is the music from Downton Abbey
Oh my gosh, that’s a tough question! I don’t know if I have a favorite, but I always sing along whenever ‘Home’ by Phillip Phillips comes on : )
Hoping to win this for my friend Holly!!!!
Whom Shall I Fear by Chris Tomlin. I can’t wait to read this book!
It’s a toss up between God of Angel Armies and Charles Billingsly singing Sanctuary
I’m liking “Hey, Ho” by the Lumineers. :) Title is odd but song is great!
Any song by Mumford and Sons or The Civil Wars!! I can’t pick just one.
“Redeemed” by Big Daddy Weave.
Sorry – it cut off my first part!!
Favorite song right now: I’m kinda obsessed with Home by Philip Phillips. But the theme song from Backyardigans is what I hear playing in my head the most.
Hoping to win this for my friend Holly!!!!
I Need a Miracle by Third Day. This could change by tomorrow or even later on today!
Here’s a crazy answer: All the Single Ladies…b/c I really was impressed by Beyonce’s STAMINA during her halftime performance. (Although my 9 y.o. when asked her opinion about it said, “I REALLY don’t think she should have YANKED off her skirt!” ….which very well may be true. :)
anything by Group 1 Crew lately- my girls and I love to have little dance sessions in the car
I’ve been singing “All the Single Ladies” in my head since the Super Bowl. It’s not really my favorite song but it’s ALL I can hear in my head right now.
Favorite all time song is Amazing Grace.
Great is Thy Faithfullness
It’s a toss up between Bootyliscious (thanks Beyonce) and my 2 year old daughter singing Trust and Obey.
I Dreamed a Dream from Les Miserables!!
Crazy Girl by Eli Young Band is a fave right now! I am sure that book is hilarious!!
10,000 Reasons Matt Redman :)
Boy, it’s hard to pick a favorite song at the moment, because music is my life. But I will say, I’m loving a lot of 80s music at the moment. Call me crazy, but it always takes me waaaay back to the good ole days!
so funny–just got on the computer to order this book for a few friends and WHAT DO YOU KNOW?! Gotta try my hand at a giveaway first:)
“Lay me down” from the chris tomlin album. Lovey love love!
Oh man that’s hard! My favorite song….my brain won’t think – won’t think! Can I just say Twinkle Twinkle and let myself relax? These things always make me so nervous. LOL! Lisa~
My current song is “I Think I Love You” by David Cassidy. It was playing at the end of a movie I watched (“The Quiet Family”) and I can’t get it out of my head!
Home by Phillip Philips. LOVE IT! Thanks for having a give away!
Any worship song. I love anything by Bethel Live!
I am loving Holy Spirit by Jesus Culture. Can’t listen to enough!!!!
I’m loving some 10,000 Reasons these days…
I have been listening to the 2 latest Shane & Shane albums pretty much constantly the past few months….but the song that I can’t get enough of is Running Back to You by Matt Wertz. Such a good album.