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Welcome to our second annual Queen for a Day giveaway! Today we’ve got six gift baskets full of treats to celebrate the mom in your life, just in time for Mother’s Day on May 13th.
Motherhood is not an easy job, but it is one of the most important ones on the planet. That’s why I never shrink from allowing my family to make a big deal about me each year on Mother’s Day. My work is a big deal! And so is yours. You deserve to be honored for the continual investment you make into your family.
This week, the six blogs in our network (you heard about Simple Design, right?) are celebrating mamas by blessing six of them with a basket full of amazing goodies! All of these items would make excellent Mother’s Day gifts–and most are in the $20-$50 range.
At Simple Living Media, moms are valued! Keep reading to find out what’s included in the Simple Homeschool gift basket.
1. Bath & Body Collection from LuSa Organics
Rachel Wolf, one of our newest contributors on Simple Homeschool, is also the mama behind LuSa Organics, a family-owned business creating organic body and baby skin care products.
Rachel sent me one of her Delight Mama Gift collections, and I’ve enjoyed trying it all out! This set includes many of the company’s products: a bar of soap, a lotion bar, a lip balm, and an organic sugar scrub (my favorite!). The entire collection comes in a reusable zippered muslin pouch.
Also check out LuSa’s awesome soap of the month club. This is pampering at its finest for the mamas you love.
Rachel is including one delight gift collection for our winner today!
Between now and May 15th, you can type “simple giveaway” in the comments field at check out to receive a free bar of naked soap on any LuSa Organics order over $35. (LuSa will choose a favorite scent for you and include it in your order.)
2. Whole Grain Cookbook from King Arthur Flour
King Arthur Flour began in 1790 and are still going strong 200 years later. Known mostly for their variety of flours, the company also has a passion for education. At their headquarters in Vermont they offer a range of baking classes; you can learn online as well. Homeschooling groups are also eligible to take part in their Life Skills Baking program! Head here to find out more details and apply.
I have had my eye on their Whole Grain Baking cookbook since I recently saw it at a friend’s house. Clocking in at over 600 pages, this book lets you go from a whole grain baking novice to an expert.
The recipes cover everything from scones to crackers, pastry to breads, quiche to cookies–and much more in between. My kids and I made the banana crumb cake yesterday, which tasted fabulous!
King Arthur Flour is giving today’s winner their own copy of Whole Grain Baking!
3. Earrings from Peggy Li
Peggy from Peggy Li Creations generously sent me this pair of windchime earrings (pictured above), and I’ve worn them every day since they arrived. They have a delicate and feminine look, but are still simple and classy.
Peggy specializes in handmade jewelry using beads, gemstones, vintage findings, charms and chain–earrings, necklaces, and more.
Her work has been featured in O Magazine and on television shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Private Practice, and Buffy, the Vampire Slayer. Cool, right? I also appreciate that whenever possible, Peggy works with US-based manufacturers and sources that believe in green eco-friendly practices.
Peggy is including one pair of windchime earrings in the Simple Homeschool Queen for a Day gift basket!
Peggy is also offering a discount for readers: From now through May 4th, use the code “SHSmom” to receive 20% off your order at Peggy Li!
4. Camera Bag from Epiphanie
Lugging my camera around used to be a hassle, but the last few days I’ve wanted to take it places so I can try out my new camera bag from Epiphanie! I chose the Lyric bag, and I love how it is both functional and beautiful. Camera bags traditionally lack personality, but not Epiphanie bags. They scream femininity, elegance, and fun!
Epiphanie bags are made of water-resistant, high quality synthetic leather. Plenty of padding inside keeps expensive equipment safe, and velcro strips allow you to customize the bag inside.
These bags easily double as a purse and can hold not only your camera and an extra lens, but also your wallet, iPad, phone, and more. You can keep up with Epiphanie on Facebook and Twitter, and be sure to check out the entire Epiphanie collection!
Today’s winner will receive an Epiphanie camera bag!
5. Family Poster from Life Manifestos
I strive to bring items into our home that match our family’s values. This 16″x20″ family manifesto poster from Life Manifestos (frame not included) certainly fits the bill. I have it in our dining room where I can be regularly reminded of its important words about family.
Here’s an excerpt: “In our home you are loved, wanted, appreciated, and cherished no matter what. We believe in you. We’re on your team. In your corner. Your biggest fans. Cheering our hearts out for you to reach, strive, leave it all on the field, become who you were born to become.”
Don’t you want your children growing up internalizing words like these? You can even personalize it with your family’s name, and the poster looks great dressed up in a frame. Stephen at Life Manifestos has mastered the art of crafting words, and has developed an entire line of inspirational manifestos.
Our Queen for a Day basket will include one family manifesto poster!
From now until May 4th receive 10% off your purchase of a family manifesto. Enter the code “SIMPLEHOMESCHOOL” at check out. Orders purchased by the 4th are guaranteed to arrive before Mother’s Day.
How to win
One Simple Homeschool reader will win all the items listed above, so that you can bless the mother in your life. Incredible!
Everyone has three chances to win. Here’s how:
1. Comment on this post, telling me one of the most important lessons your mother (or another influential woman in your life) taught you. (If you’re reading this via email, you must click over to the post to leave a comment.)
2. For an extra entry, “like” Simple Homeschool on Facebook. Then come back here and leave an additional comment letting me know.
3. For an additional extra entry, tweet about this giveaway, mentioning @simpleschool, the hashtag #mothersday, and the URL of this post (http://lvsm.pl/IHVf6o). Then come back here and leave an additional comment letting me know.
This giveaway has ended and the winner will be announced soon!
Enter all the Queen for a Day giveaways:
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Diane’s latest post: What a difference a year makes
My mom taught me to be patient and faithful… for the long haul.
My Mother taught me….”If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all”. Also, if you have someone who is being mean or contrary “Kill ‘em with kindness”. I totally use both of those still today.
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My mother taught me to give love the same way I received it, constantly and unconditionally.
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The biggest lesson my mom taught me was to be myself and to follow my dreams.
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one of the most important lessons your mother (or another influential woman in your life) taught you
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My Mom taught me the importance of honesty and forgiveness. My Grandma had given my Mom a beautiful sparkly necklace and I asked my Mom if I could wear it to school. She said no. I snuck out of the house wearing it anyways. It broke and I lost it
I told my Mom what I’d done and she prayed with me thanking God for my honesty. AMAZING!!!
My mother taught me to speak in public, to think things through and to confidently approach new things. Blessings
That giving up a career to rear your children is not a sacrifice, but the most rewarding work you can ever do.
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It sounds silly but looking back I think the number one thing I keep with me is that it all matters. As a kid I would wonder why what my mom scrubbing the oven or cleaning the closets just as company arrived, no one would worry about those little things but those little things she did show how much she cared. How much she cared about me, my brother, the company that we had. I feel it now. When I do things in the house as small as it might seem I do it because i love and care about my family. When I debate with my 10 yr old about the importance of good writing or picking up his clothes then I know that those little things will help him later in life and will eventually matter.
she taught me to have fun with my girlfriends because boys will come and go, but my girls will always be around
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The best advice my precious Momma ever gave me is to love like JESUS loves…to every human being…ooh boy, that’s not always easy..some people have big ole’ stingers…but I never regret or feel guilty for loving others…it’s only when I don’t heed that advice that I feel pangs of remorse…yep-love-it’s the thing!! Blessings and a big thanks for the cool giveaway!
Do the work that needs to be done. (still working on fully learning it)
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My mom (who homeschooled me and my 7 younger siblings all the way through) taught me to chase my dreams and never give up on what I wanted. She taught me confidence in myself, the thrill of learning, and the love of the everyday.
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The most important lesson that my mama taught me was to love Jesus.
My Grandma taught me, through how she lived her life, that it really doesn’t matter how someone treats you, you show them the love of Christ at all times…love, patience, kindness….I never did see her mistreat a single soul…miss you Grandma
My mom taught me to remember to do the fun and kind things with my kiddos and not just the necessary.
My mom taught me to be the best you can be-regardless of circumstances. She had a lot of tragedy in her life when I was young, but I always remember her smiling and being the best mom she could be to us girls. I love her!
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My mom taught me, and continues to teach me, to give time to those you love, and to give generously of yourself. She also taught me to bake amazing things with yeast dough, and I hope I can someday make my stuff taste as good as hers!
My mom taught me to be strong and to be who I am, not wish or desire to be someone else.
My mom taught me to be calm. Don’t sweat the little things.
My mom taught me to care deeply for people.
My mom taught me to marry someone who I can communicate well with.
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my grandmother taught me that i can always find humor to ease every situation. this helps with homeschooling days!!!
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One of the most important things my mom taught me is to always do your best work and then you will always be happy with what you’ve done.
My mother taught me to always trust in God.
The best lesson I learned was to organize my week so that one day was dedicated to running errands. It has helped me to achieve more at the home and be more focused in the home.
Liked on facebook
My grandmother taught me about strength and how to be stubborn in all the right ways
Mama taught me how to be a great mother.
Mom taught me to pick my battles and not to sweat the small stuff!
Important Lessons from Mom – always kiss and hug your family. Lots.
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The most important lesson my mother taught me was this: “No matter how hard you try or had badly you want to change someone else, the only person who you have the power to change is yourself.” It’s something I’ve held near and dear to my heart. Not only has it allowed me to strive to be a better wife, mother, friend, sister, and daughter, but it has also allowed for me to learn how to accept other people just as they are. I don’t always do it perfectly. But, it’s always a good reminder.
Thanks for the great giveaway!
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She taught me to never give up and to depend on the Lord in all things.
Just liked Simple Homeschool on FB!
Over and over again, my mother taught me forgiveness.
My mom taught me how great a clean house feels.
I “like” on Facebook.
My mother has taught me to always be honest and vulnerable with my family…there has never been a topic I can’t talk about with her, and I’ve always trusted her with my life experiences because she has always trusted me with hers.