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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!
Favorite song…OH, BOY!! WAY too many to list, because music is a huge part of my life, but right now I’d say…
Sovereign by CT (Chris Tomlin)
Changed by Rascal Flatts
and my ALL TIME FAVORITE in the history of EVER:
Waiting Here For You by Christy Nockels :)
“How He Loves†by David Crowder is such a goooood one!
“Promises” by Sanctus Real
Any song by James Taylor!
Anything from Beyonce’s half time show!
Thanks for the give away.
Rooftops by jesus culture!
Oooh, good question. I would say “Home” by Phillip Phillips.
Anything by Mumford & Sons!!!
My favorite song right now is Jesus be the Center.
Nicole
Favorite song right now? Live and Die, by The Avett Brothers – but only because of the sheer joy I get from hearing my children BELT IT OUT during the drive to school. Every. Morning.
[So, I’ve totally already ordered a copy or three of Melanie’s book, but I would LOVE to win another one so that I can give it to a sweet friend as a surprise.]
My favorite song is sung by the Sons and Brothers Band and the title is something akin to “The Pilgrim Song”. But the words go like “I’m just a pilgrim on this road, boys. (repeat) … Ain’t no need to cry for me, boys (repeat)… I”ll see you down the road, boys …. “
If I die young…by Band Perry. Love to sing it and it also makes me so sad at the same time.
“I ain’t your mama” by Maggie Rose is my favorite right now.
I love to read, and after reading your ‘movies I’ve never seen’ post, just go ahead and READ The Notebook, and then read the sequel The Wedding. BTW, spoiler: there won’t be a movie sequel but the books are wonderful. Thank you!
10,000 Reasons by Matt Redmon.
Or something from Les Mis. I can’t get the songs out of my head since I saw the movie in Dec. and watched the wedding flash mob sing “One Day More” on YouTube.
10000 reasons. Glorious!!!
My current favorite is “You Are I Am” by Mercy Me. Beautiful! (And I’d love to win the book for my sister…she has 4 wonderful children!)
Right now I am liking ‘my feet don’t touch the ground’ by Stoney LaRue. Listening to wedding-type songs for my daughter’s upcoming wedding!
Love Chris Tomlin’s whole new CD Burning Lights, but my favorite right now is Awake My Soul.
That could change tomorrow though :)
I don’t really have a favorite song. Isn’t that sad?
Anything by Third Day….right now “I Need a Miracle” Thanks!
I’m soaking up “Place of Freedom” by Highlands Worship – so good! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
I can’t get the parenthood theme song out of my head– Forever Young…
OMG!! I got the Parenthood CD for Christmas and that song is always on repeat!! It’s sooo good. Totally disappointed that the wedding song, Make you Feel My Love wasn’t on the track. It was a lovely arrangement..
Sorry Boomama for the double comments
Sorry..
I am loving Home by Phillip PHillips.
“A Thousand Years” – Christina Perri. Love it.
Hillsong’s Forever Reign!
OI love Tim McGraw and so excited he has a new album out – liking “One Of Those Nights†and Southern Gals
Whom Shall I Fear by Chris Tomlinson
My favorite song right now is..
Eric Clapton’s version of “SWING LOW SWEET CHARIOT”
Everything moves me about that song.
My generation seems to think every song we hear is new and original. About 10+ years ago, I started slowly singing it and an african american friend was like, “GURL! What do you know about that SONG!? … ” And I’m like… “It’s an Eric Clapton song..”
Needless to say everyone in the store bursted out with laughter and some were on the floor in tears.. They went on to educate me that it is a negro spiritual or something and I must never attempt to sing it again..
OH WELL..I still will sing, badly and off-key.. cause that’s how I roll!!!!!!!
I have to say that I am loving “Ho Hey” by the Lumineers. I always crank it when I hear it in the car!
The Star Spangled Banner as sung by Alicia Keys @ the Super Bowl on Sunday; it wasn’t traditional, but oh my, so beautiful.
Because the beat seems to be soothing to my newborn, I’m
gonna go with “Low” by Flo-Rida. :)
I am loving Beneath Your Beautiful by Labrinth feat. Emeli Sande!
I LOVE How He Loves by DCB. And even if I don’t win ; ), I’m still going to buy the book! Melanie is just soooooo funny!!
Right now ( it changes by the hour) my current fav is Chris Tomlin’s Whom shall I fear! Love!!!
My favorite song right now is Christy Nockels’ “Healing is in Your Hands.”
Stronger by Kelly Clarkson has been on my playlist a lot recently. :)
I’m loving Home by Phillip Phillips and One of those Nights by Tim McGraw right now.
If you are asking what song is always playing in my head, then the answer would be the Kit Kat commercial that has been on continuous play in my brain since 1986. My favorite song by choice is Eye On It (Remix) by TobyMac. Now I just need my eye(s) on that book.
Need you now by Plumb
Cruise by Florida Georgia Line. Don’t ask me why I like it; something about it just makes me happy :-)
Cornerstone (hillsong).
My favorite song right now is One Thing Remains by Kristian Stanfill! Love love love this song!
Sunday morning by Maroon 5, for the moment.
I think it is awesome that you have CED, those are the BEST friends for life. That’s what my friends and I do for each other, too. :)
Right now on repeat is Redeemed by Big Daddy Weave. I want my heart to know this by heart and the marrow of my bones to absorb it deeply. I am not who I was, I’ve been redeemed.
Praise Jesus.
My favorite song right now is by Chris Tomlin called “Whom Shall I Fear” and [sorry…I have two :)] “Hold On To The Promises” by Sanctus Real. Both songs speak from scripture which speaks to me. I love them both equally and am encouraged every time I listen to them. I’m sure you’ve heard both songs and if not, then please, please give them a listen. Both will bless your day :)
Right now, my favorite song is “Trust His Word”
Thanks for the giveaway! :)
Crazy Dreams by Megan Hilty from Smash has been stuck in my head for days. Binge-watched Season 1 in prep for the premiere of Season 2 tonight!
“Me Without You” by Toby Mac. My daughter danced to this at our school’s variety show on Friday and I can’t get it out of my head! Good thing it’s catchy :)
What Faith Can Do by Kutless
“my mama’s broken heart” by miranda lambert. she’s awesome…and it’s hilarious. not as hilarious as you though. :)
Breathe – Christy Nockels!
My favorite song right now is “Ho Hey” by The Lumineers :)
It’s not a new song at all, but Addison Road’s What do I know of Holy is speaking volumes to me. So I’d think that would be my favorite.
Home – Phillip Phillips
Heavenly Day by Patty Griffin. Love. :)
Amazing Grace
My favorite song right now is “Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me)” by Casting Crowns. Thanks for the giveaway!
We just got a CD called Beethoven’s Wig and have been playing it non-stop. Fun!
“Changed” by Rascal Flatts. Thanks for doing the giveaway!
My toddler and I have been enjoying All I Want is You by Barry Louis Polisar :)
Weirdly enough, I can’t think of a single song. It’s been forever since I listened to any music.
such a tough question! I must say at this particular season of my life, Sovereign, off Chris Tomlin’s new Burning Lights cd is a strong contender. amazing. Always, something by Lindsay McCaul – Come Rest, Take my Hand, Say my Name, If it Leads Me Back, especially. :)
Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison. I just listened to it and makes me think of my girls. Cant wait to read the book.
Hmmmm. . .that is tough. I love Gungor. Anything by them is wonderful.
I love 10,000 Reasons!
My favorite song is “Home”
My favorite song right now is definitely Don’t You Worry Child by Sweedish House Mafia!
One of those nights
My favorite song seems to change every week but right now it’s “Cornerstone” by Hillsong.
I’ve been listening to a lot of Alt Nation on XM as of late. “Little Talks” by Of Monsters and Men is still one of my favorites to belt out.
Oh how exciting! I am loving everything by All Sons and Daughters right now but especially “Wake Up.” Thanks for the fab giveaway!
Crown Him by Chris Tomlin – so, so good!!
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness” is the only one coming to mind right now… I love singing that to my babies! :) Plus, I feel like there is a serious lack of good songs out right now on the radio!
“10,000 Reasons” by Matt Redman!
The Civil Wars “From This Valley”
10,000 Reasons by Matt Redman
It is hard to pick just one but You Raise Me Up sung by Mark Forrest
Amazing Grace is my all time favorite.
My favorite is Home by Phillip Phillips.
Thanks Be To Our God by Travis Cottrell
Ever Lifting by Christy Nockels – great song to run to!
So hard…I’m gonna go with “Merry Go Round” by Kacey Musgraves. Her voice is just so simple and pretty.
10,000 Reasons by Matt Redman.
“restored” by new artist emma vought.
can’t wait to read mel’s book!
I love reading Melanie’s blog and would love a copy of her book! My favorite song right now is Great I Am by Phillips Craig and Dean but I prefer our church band version!
It’s amazing that both of you have books coming out in the same year. Can’t wait to read them! Glorious Day by Casting Crowns.
Miracle by Third Day! LOVE IT
“He is God” – we sing it with the kiddos at Good News Club every week!
Hmmm … favorite song right now is Not For a Moment by Vertical Church Band. So good.
I’m so excited about Melanie’s book. I’ve read both of your blogs from the beginning so I KNOW it’s going to be fabulous!!
Love you both!
Deidre
My favorite song right now is Pouring It Our For You by the Newsboys. I love them! This is song is a fabulous worship song.
Home by Phillip Phillips…….fingers crossed!
When Hope Came Down by Kari Jobe. I know it’s a Christmas song but I’m still listening to it.
“Downtown” by Lady Antebellum
It would be Cruise by Florida Georgia Line because my 5 year old and I rock it out!!!
I think “what is your favorite song” is one of the hardest for me to answer, but I think right now it’s Ho Hey by The Lumineers
Redeemed by Big Daddy Weave
Sovereign by Chris Tomlin
I do not have a favorite right now. Kind of sad but there is not anything current that I just love. But I am looking forward to Rock and Worship Road show and hoping to come away with a new favorite and also Bon Jovi has a new CD coming out very soon and I am looking forward to that as well. So ask me in a week. Does that count?
I will wait
I’m buying the book regardless! I’ve been waiting and waiting for the release date! My favourite song right now is ‘Two Black Cadillacs’