In light of Mother’s Day coming up on Sunday, I have a few thoughts:
Not only do I feel that Mother’s Day is a day to honor those mothers who have influenced my life for good in so many ways (because they are simply amazing…more on that later), but I feel like it’s a day to reflect on how incredibly blessed I feel to be counted among Mothers. Am I treating it as the sacred job that it is to get to be the “one” to care for these children?
Each Mother’s Day I try to re-evaluate how I’m doing as a mother. I love Iris Krasnow’s quote: “Being There [is] an emotional and spiritual shift, of succumbing to Being Where You Are When You Are, and Being There as much as possible. Its about crouching on the floor and getting delirious over the praying mantis your son just caught instead of perusing a fax or filling the dishwasher while he is yelling for your attention and you distractedly say over your shoulder: ‘Oh, honey, isn’t that a pretty bug.’ It’s about being attuned enough to notice when your kid’s eyes shine so you can make your eyes shine back.”
I’m working on making my eyes shine back and slowing down instead of stressing out about the myriad of “do dos” stretching out endlessly before me.
And I’m working on turning everything else “off” when they’re home from school. Which is VERY hard, I might add, in our technology driven society!
I want to be in the moment as much as I can. That’s when I’m happiest.
I also want to “give back” to other mothers who have buoyed me up in my motherhood.
So……….I’m going host a couple give-aways this week in honor of Mother’s Day.
Things I think will help other mothers re-evaluate their mothering too.
Today the give-away is “A Mother’s Book of Secrets.”
I’ve never done one of these before, so bear with me! But I want as many people as possible to have this motherhood book in their hands.
It has a two-fold purpose, you see. Not only will it help you remember/renew your own Motherhood “secrets,” and help you add to your arsenal (I’m a little biased, but I feel like it has the power to jolt mothers into more conscientious mothering), but each copy sold will help fight blindness (we give 100% of the royalties to the Foundation Fighting Blindness and Foundation for Blind Children). And sometimes, like when Lucy looks right past me in the dark like she is a blind person, I just want to stand up and fight harder than ever against that.
If you already have one of these puppies, hey, who couldn’t use a Motherhood book to give away to a friend?
So, this is what we’re going to do:
Leave a comment if you want to be in the drawing.
I will draw a winner on Friday.
Oh wait, you already know about give-aways.
Love, Shawni
p.s. And remember, just in case you don’t want to wait for all this mumbo jumbo give-away stuff and you really want to get a book for yourself or someone else special for Mother’s Day (there’s still time!), click here. They’re 20% off in honor of Lucy.
But even if you buy one, still enter the give-away. You can’t have too many motherhood books!
Please note that this give-away is now closed. Thanks so much for the entries!
I so enjoy reading your blog ad can only imagine I would love your book just as much! I would love to add this to my library!
Thanks for the generous offer!
What a generous gift for any mother out there. Love you blog and thanks for keeping it real!
I'd love to learn more about the secrets of motherhood as I embrace the life of a new mommy. I think I'll need it this year (and many more to come)! Thanks
Wow! I'm in love with all your ideas and have been wanting to get my hands on your book for a long time. I would so love a copy but would be excited for anyone who got such a lovely gift. Thanks for all that you do!
WOULD LOVE TO READ YOUR BOOK! PROBABLY NEED IT SINCE MY ATIENCE IS THIN, MY TEMPER IS HOT AND MY MIND IS STARTING TO DRAW BLOANKS!!!
I would love to have the book as well. I have lots of good things about it.
Amy Gooch
You are so generous! I love this book, and would give it away to my girlfriend so she could love it too! You are a wonderful mother – keep up the great work, and blog!
I could always use another good book in my arsenal.
Count me in! I do have one, but what a great gift!
I borrowed my friends bookk and loved it! I would love to own my own copy 🙂
I would love to read your book as I have enjoyed reading your blog.
THANKS!
wow! what a gift! I would love to have a coopy of your book! It would be a great source of inspiration to this young mother that lives in a foreign land without her mother! 🙂 Thank you! And thank you for sharing your thoughts. It helps more than you think. Gracias.
Linda Lopez-Stone.
Wonderful quote from Iris Krasnow. I may use that quote for my Quote of the week.
I already have one but, my sister is a young new mother and i think this book would be a great inspiration to her!!! Fingers crossed!
I would love to read your book! I love your blog!
I read my sister's copy but need one of my own for "reference." I've also read several of you parent's books and loved them. Count me in.
I would LOVE this…I already learn so much from your blog, can't imagine how much more with your book. Thank you!
Count me in!
I feel a little bad entering to win a copy of your book, because really I should BUY it to support the cause, but… here I am. I did drop a hint to my husband, though — maybe he'll come through for Mother's Day!
Your blog is so inspiring and I would love to read the book. thanks for the offer.
My good friend referred me to your blog and it is awesome! Makes me want to be a better mother and helps me stay focused on what is important….love the turning off everything when the kids are home. Working on that one! Thanks and Happy Mother's Day to you!
Your blog has been providing me with inspiration for quite some time. Thank you so much!
C. Olsen
I would love to read your book!
Hey Shawni! Been wanting to take a look. Couldn't believe it when I saw your book in the Deseret Book flier. Wasn't surprised, though. Your a great mom!
Have some….but could always use 1 more. They make for great gifts. And so far the women I gave have not been disappointed, they too love the book, love you and your mom and now read your blog…
Would love this book. Thank you!!!
I would love to have a copy of your book!
I don't even know you personally, yet the way you write about your family and the pictures you take make me yearn to be a better mother to my precious kids. Thank you for the opportunity to have this book!!
I love reading your blog, you are always so positive and have great insights. I'm sure the book has lots of them, too!
I would love to have this book!
I would love to win one! You are amazing and such a great mother! I'm sad I missed womens conf in Spokane. Next Time!!
I would love to have the book, too!
I can't think of a better mothers day gift!!
Thanks so much for the chance to win!
JloMamaJama@aol.com
I love your blog. You inspire me to be a better mother! I would love one of your books!
I think I have a slim chance on winning this great book knowing how many people look at your awesome blog, but here goes nothing 🙂
I would love to have your book! Add me! I love reading your blog too and all the cute pictures! Thanks! 🙂
Your blog is seriously my favorite each day. I am so excited when you pop up in my reader. I would love to get my hands on your book.
Happy Mother's day Shawni…you seriously are an inspiring mother in my life.
I would love to win you book, thanks for the chance! Happy Mother's Day to you.
I love your book and would love to share it with someone.
i am the worst kind of "friend" i still haven't read your sweet book. i saw it at christines house but i'm a jerk and don't have one. i would LOVE to have one of your lovely books. 🙂
I would love to have a copy of your book! Thanks for the chance to win!!
I LOVE, LOVE , LOVE your blog. It helps me become a better mother every time I read it! When i'm having a hard day I just hop onto your blog and I feel completely rejuvenated! I already have your book(which I LOVE too) but I have really wanted to give one to my sister in law who is struggling with being a mom right now. Thanks for your guidance and help in my life.
I've recently discovered your blog…. and I love it! I would love an opportunity to win your book! Thanks!!! Happy Mother's Day!
I need all the secrets I can get.
I LOVE this book…when I got it I read the whole thing in one day! My friend just had her 3rd baby and i gave my copy away to her and she loves it as well! Ive been meaning to buy me another one but thats on my endlist to do list!!! Ill get there haha unless i win!
I just was introduced to your blog by a friend of mine and love it! I am a mother of 4 kids ages 5 and under and could use all the help and ideas I can get! Thanks for yours! dsjag@hotmail.com
i either need one of these, or need to spend a week with you. You choose! 🙂 thanks, I hope I win!
Thanks for all the insightful wisdom! I love your blog, would adore your book (it's on my wish list!) and appreciate your offer!
Ooo ooo — pick me! 😉
I've heard such amazing things about your book and always feel uplifted and inspired reading your blog. Thanks so much!
Shawni, I feel guilty for putting my name in the hat because I should just buy one – but I often have a hard time buying for myself. I would LOVE a copy of this book. I struggle with the same things and today just happens to be an especially "down on myself" day. Thanks for your thoughts and for the chance to win!!
This looks like a book that all mothers, including myself, would benefit.
I would love to win this book! thanks for the giveaway!
I would really love to have this book. I live in St. George, but can't make your special retreat. So, disappointing… the book would make me feel better!
i recieved this book last year for mother's day, and after reading it through and then again and again, i have deemed it a must-have for mothers. i have so many friends who i would love to have it!
I first came across Linda Eyre's books as a young mother many years ago. I always admired that beautiful family on the back cover of their books (on the tree limb). Imagine my happy joy to have found your blog! As an older mother with nine children of my own now(still can't believe that!) it's so refreshing to see your beautiful family and how your parent's wise and loving heritage is passed on through you. Thank you for sharing and continuing to uplift. 🙂
I would love to add this to my library and share it with others. Thanks!
I've been wanting that book of yours for months! Would love to just win it!
ooo, I love this book and I have a friend that just became a mother and knows she would enjoy this!
I already have a copy for myself and love it, but I would love another copy to share with my sister. 🙂
You truly are an influence for good and your light is being held high for others to see. Carry on!
Linda, if you're reading this then "congratulations on raising a wonderful daughter"!
Every mother should own a copy of this book. No need to put me in the drawing, I already own one (and LOVE it). 🙂 Just wanted to say this is a great idea! 🙂
-Liz
You and your mother and sisters are such mothering heros! Shawni, thanks for your great giveaway. I blogged about your book last mother's day
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com/2009/05/15/motherhood-secrets/
but would love a copy.
Thanks,
Mindy
I love your blog. Please pick me!
Awesome giveaway! been dying to read this.
Thank you for the inspiration on your blog. I am one of your many blog stalkers and I look forward to reading it. I purchased the book awhile back and I am truly IN LOVE with it!!! I would love to win another copy to give to my sister.
I'd love to give one to my daughter who is a new mother. Thanks for the offer!
Your take on motherhood on your blog is so inspiring. I'd love to have it in book form, too.
I have been reading your blog for a couple of months now and love it. I would love to read/have this book. A special book is a great addition to a wonderful Mothers Day. Thanks
I gave mine away in RS basket and have yet to buy an new one. I really enjoy the book and would love another copy.
I love your lovely book, and would love to give it to my 8 sisters in law!
LOVE this book! I'd love an extra copy… for my mom!
I heart give-aways!
I want this book so bad, but I can't get it here. I'm not sure if you are taking international entries but if you are I'd love a chance 😀
I'd love to learn more from you about cherishing the moment each day with my children! 🙂
I very much enjoy reading your blog, and would love to read your book, too!!! What a great giveaway!!! 🙂
Ooooh! Pick me, pick me!!!
Happy Mothers Day!
I would love to own a copy of your book! My husband and I are just starting the adoption process… This would be a great treasure to add to our "prepare" shelf 🙂
Thank you ♥
Thank you for doing this, I have been dying to read this book!!Happy Mothers Day!
Happy Mother's Day! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and resolve to be a better mother. That is a great way for each of us to celebrate the day!
Pick me! (even if its random!) I am blessed to be a mother three times over. Happy Mother's Day!
-Julie
Oh ! I would love this book.
Kathy
I would love to read your book!
Me! Pick me!! Pretty please with sugar on top! 🙂
I have the book…LOVE it! It has changed the way I view motherhood. I would love to give it to a friend!
I would love the book!
tarapwin@ gmail.com
Hey Shawni, I would LOVE a copy of your book, I'm a big reader of your blog and feel like I know you and your family. I'm in the process of deciding if I should have another child, my daughter was killed in a car accident 5 years ago and my husband committed suicide two weeks after her funeral. I'm finally at a point where I think I'm strong enough to have another baby. I'm just praying about it and waiting to see what God has in store for me next. Anyway, I know there is no greater feeling in this world than being a Mom, so thank you so much for sharing yourself with all of us! God bless ya! Trys
Wow how I would love a copy of this book!! It is on my "wish list"… Thank you!
I love you blog and am dying to read for book! This would be a great mother's day present for myself!
I found your mom's website today and almost cried. I feel like I have done so many things wrong in parenting. I NEED THE BOOK. I love your family. Thank you. You guys are a blessing.
I bought a copy of your book for my mom, for Christmas, but would love to have a copy of my own 🙂
I really want this book! thanks for the giveaway.
This book looks so wonderful!
My coffee table is now adourned with a STAR WARS book of pictures.. It needs replacing!!!! Please and thank you.
Love all your inspirational stories!
I would love, love that book! If I don't win it, I'm gonna buy it 🙂
I would be thrilled to win! Happy Mother's Day to you.
I LOVE your book! I know just who I would give it to.
I would love to read your book!
Amazing book!
I love your motherhood tips here. How wonderful it would be to have my own book! 🙂
I would love it!!
I would love it!!!
I would love it!!
I love your book! Would love to win and pass it along to a friend!
I love your book! Would love to win and pass it along to a friend!
amy v. young
Shawni,
I was just thinking of sending you a note to let you know how much I look forward to reading all your posts. As a young mom I feel like I'm learning from your insights and thoughts and I really appreciate it! Each day I feel like I'm gaining a great appreciation for this sacred roll we all share and have been feeling so fulfilled staying at home (I've gone back and forth on going back to work part time). Thank you thank you for all you do. It has to be a sacrifice to blog so much and put yourself out there, but I for one, have really appreciated it!
I think my mom is bringing me her copy of your book, but I would love one to give to a good friend.
Thanks again, and keep up the amazing work!
Britney
I would love an issue of your book to help myself and other mothers out there 🙂
Oh how I'd love this!! It would be a wonderful gift for my Mum!
What a great book idea. I saw your story on Design Mom and was so insipered (being a new mom of 2) . Your children are beautiful. Happy [early] Mothers Day!
I recently bought this book and I love it! I would love another one to give to a friend.
I would love a copy…thank you!
I love reading your blog. You are an inspiration!!
Oh who doesn't love a contest and with such an amazing prize, count me in!!
I recently learned that doing hard stuff only makes me better. I wish I had learned that a while ago! I got it from your blog! I can't thank you enough!
Happy Mother's Day!
I love your blog and would love to win your book!
Shawni, saw you in Spokane. You and your momma were great!
I would love this book! You are truly amazing!
I would love to read your book!
What a wonderful give-away. Love your blog!
Oh I've been wanting to read your book! Thanks for the giveaway!
I am enjoying your blog. We were lucky to have your very talented sister take our pictures last fall.
Your blog makes me want to be a better mother. I would imagine your book would only highlight that…
You are an inspiration as a Mother and a Woman! (: Thank you for sharing yourself and your words with the world. You help to make the world a better, more beautiful place!
I would love one! Your blog is so inspiring. Thank you.
Would love to own a copy! I have enjoyed your blog for quite some time now.
Love your blog. I love that the procedes go to such a great cause. I would love a copy for myself though!
Thank you!
I would love to win a copy of your book, thanks for the offer!
mjcaffey7@gmail.com
I read your blog..I'd love to read your book!
I am a silent admirer and have not posted anything before, but your blog is so refreshing and I would love to have the book. You do not know how many lives you have changed for the better. Thank you for being such a great example of a Mother.
My friends said it was great! Thanks for the generous offer and Happy Mother's Day to a mother I admire!
I'm sure I would love your book, because I am so inspired by your blog. Thanks for the giveaway!
Oh I hope you pick me!
I would love to win this book, I live in Canada and I have been reading your blog for a long time and then I really wanted to buy your book. I went to our local book store and asked if they could order it in for me and they said no because they didn't have the canadian rights to this book. Maybe I could buy it online but I'm not up on online shopping. lol
Would love to win your book!
So excited!
Makes me happy just thinking I might win!
I love your blog Shawni. I met your mom at education week at BYU and have been reading it ever since. I love all of your posts on motherhood and I would love your book of mothering secrets. My husband and I are students so a give away is an amazing offer! Thank you so much!
I'd love the chance to win your book, thanks!
What a lovely give away for anyone who wins- hope it's me! 🙂
I so enjoy reading your blog. My mother, sister and sister-in-laws were in Spokane this last weekend to hear you and your mother speak. I have to say I was a little jealous. I would love a motherhood book. Who doesn't need a little pick me up now and then. Thanks for being so generous!!
I would LOVE to win this for my sister for her 1st Mother's Day. I absolutely LOVe my book! Happy Mother's Day Shawni!
Shawni,
Your blog inspires me everyday… I can't imagine how much your book will do for me! Thanks for the offer… Keep up the great inspiration 😉
I would love to give this book to my mother. She would love it. I love reading your blog it is so fun.
I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to win a copy of your book..You and your mother are so insightful and I appreciate you both sharing your wisdom with women of the world.
~Mary
Wow! You are a really popular woman. Can't wait to see who wins. Happy Mother's Day!
Thank you so much for your loving example to so many mothers, myself included! 🙂
Pick me pick me!! I already have a copy and love it! This would make an amazing gift! Thanks for sharing your uplifting words on our sacred calling! Justmabieso@aol.com
i'd love a chance at that beautiful book
I only found your blog a few days ago, but spent the entire day reading it! Just reading about how you view motherhood in everyday life made me want to read your book, and anything would be worth helping your sweet Lucy. I'm going to buy a copy regardless. I think your book will better prepare me to be a mother someday. Thanks for your inspiration!
I love all your motherhood "secrets"! Thanks for sharing!
Oh I would love it. So sweet, so happy, love it!
I love reading what you have to say each week..I would be honored to have your book too!
Thanks for the chance to win.
Happy Early Mother's Day to you!
I have heard SUCH amazing things about this book! I would love to read it 🙂
courtney@courtneybphoto.com
I'm a mother of four very sweet girls & thankful that I get to stay @ home with them everyday. I'd love to be inspired by your book because I know how much your blog has inspired me! Thank you for all you share & the beautiful pictures you post. Happy Mother's Day!
I am a total lurker but just have to say how much I adore your blog and how much I admire you! I just basically want to BE you. 🙂 Or at the very least be LIKE you!I already have this book and it is one of my favorites. I always seem to read just the right "chapter" at the right time, it always hits home for me and is what I need to read at that particular moment. Thank you so much. If I win I would give it to my mom or one of my fellow moms in the 'trenches.' 🙂 Wish I could give a copy to all of my friends! I also am devouring many books written by your parents and love them as well. Anyway, long comment! I'll stop typing now. :)Happy Mother's Day!
Thanks so much! One of these days I'll add this book to my collection whether I win it or buy it 🙂
What an awesome giveaway!!! Anything that you and your Mom wrote together has to be amazing!!
I came across your blog a few months back and fell in love with it. It is so inspiring that I read it every day after checking my emails! It is so wonderful to have a glimpse into a Christian mother's experience. Thanks for sharing your struggles and your joys, your inspirations and your fears so openly. I would absolutely love to read your book! Wishing you and your family the very best. May God bless you abundantly.
Happy Mothers day Shawni, and thank you for the chance to enter a give away. Your blog inspires me, Thank you from Far South Tasmania, Australia.
Just bought a couple for gifts, (I already have one) would love another for another sister 🙂 (I ran out of budget :)) Happy Mother's Day! 🙂
I love this book and would love another for a friend. x
We are expecting our first child this summer. What a wonderful treasure your book would be to our home!
What a great mother's day gift! My mom would love it! Is it at Deseret Book? Where can I get it?
Thank you for your wisdom and insight on your blog. I read this book from the library and would love to own a copy!
I have wanted to pick up a copy of your big since I heard you speak in Ogden at the TOFW conference earlier this year. Can't wait to get a copy even if I don't win :)!
Reading your blog has made me a better mom already. Even my husband noticed a difference. WE only have 2 kids, but 450 head of cattle and I work 3 days a week for health insurance. I would love to read your book and see how much more i can learn!!!!!
What a great mothers' day gift (for me)! Thanks for the giveaway and the reminders about what is important in life.
I would love to read your book! I love your blog, and I will buy a couple of books just because I think that Lucy is just about the most darling little girl in the world!
I would love(need) some secrets to motherhood! Thanks!
I would love to recieve this book!
I want want want your book! thanks for the chance!
Amy in CA
This has been on my list to purchase but to win it would be even better. Thanks for the opportunity.
Shawni-I just gave three of them away this week to my friends with my favorite general conference talk for a mother's day gift. Would love to give one to another friend!
I love your book and have been meaning to buy myself a copy. I love your blog! Thanks for the giveaway!
I would love to win your book!! I always flip through it at my sisters house. It would be great to have my own copy.
I never win a thing, but for a chance at getting this book, I'll try anything. I wouldn't tell anyone if you just said I was the winner without doing the whole random thing! 😉
I have checked your book out from the library and read it twice, and I would LOVE a copy! 🙂
I would love to win!
I enjoy your blog and I think you have an outstanding family. Thanks for the contest. Happy Mother's Day to you!
I would really love to win this…after all, it IS my favorite blog!! I have it on my list if *wants* for Mother's Day…If I don't get it, or win it, I will purchase it for myself.
By the way, I love how you *mother*!
I'd love to read your book. I can only imagine how much I would enjoy it from reading your blog. Thank you for the generous offer.
I don't remember how I found your blog, but I love it! I'm not a mom yet, but would love a copy of your book! 🙂 Happy Mother's Day!
I would love one!
I think this would be a great book to have in our regional birth-3 center! Thanks for the giveaway—
christina.dreyer.1@gmail.com
I've been wanting to read your book since I first heard about it. I would love to win a copy! Thank you sooo much!
I came here from design mom and am just started to read your blog. Very generous of you 🙂
Love reading about your love for your children. You can be an inspiration.
My mom heard about your book & how wonderful it is that she placed it on hold at our local library. They didn't have it, so they had "A Mother's Book of Secrets" sent all the way from BYU-Hawaii. She loved reading it & I found her crying several times while reading about your little Lucy. My mom does way too much for me & my family and I can't wait to celebrate Mother's Day wit her. She would love it if she could always have on-hand a copy of this outstanding book. Thank you for inspiring motherhood!
I read your post on Design Mom and am completely moved. This looks like such a lovely book and it would be a joy to have!
You're amazing! I would LOVE it!
I've only recently heard your story, and it is quite beautiful. I'd love to read your mother's thoughts on it all. Looking forward to the book! 🙂
Thank you. I could really use this book!
I would love to have this book!!
I would love another copy to give away. It's one of my most favorite motherhood books. Thank you!
OH what a story. Much love to you and your family. Thank you!
Sweet! I'll cross my fingers that I can win!
have wanted your book for a long time. thanks for your beautiful blog & how it inspires me.
Oh Shawni!
I have always wanted a copy of your book (just waiting for the budget to be a little better…soon I hope).
You are SO sweet to give away a book!
Good luck to all the entrants!
I'd love to win! Pick me, pick me, pick me!!!
I really want this book, If I don't win, I'm going to buy it the next chance I get.
Looks like a great book!
I'd love to own a copy! I love reading your blog!
I'm a new mommy and I came across your blog through my good friends the Carvers. 🙂 I would love to learn more about becoming an amazing mother.
I read you every day!!!
I keep telling myself that when I "grow up" I need to be a better mom, just like you are. My girls adore you (and your girls too!)
I'm feeling like I could use some pointers these days…thank you for a generous giveaway!
I'd love to win this book. I borrowed my sisters book about a year ago and really would like to read it again.
I love your blog. You are amazing.
I would love to win one.
I would love this!
Shawni,
I love reading your blog, and your book! I'm giving it to my mom and sisters-in-law for Mother's Day! You're awesome. Thanks for sharing all your secrets with me.
Tami
Would love to share this book with my sister-in-law.
I've already bought your book for a friend, but would love to have my own copy. It's fabulous!!!
I have been wanting your book for a LONG time. Your blog is inspiring.
I'd love to read your book! Thanks for the giveaway.
Would love to have a copy!
Alright, not sure if the last post went through…
Thanks for the chance to win!
~shellbell78
I love your blog and I'm sure I'd love your book too! Thanks!
I love reading your blog and would absolutely love to read your book as well. You have a beautiful family and I love hearing about all their adventures.
I LOVE this book! I have a copy and have given a few away as gifts. Thank you for your inspiring words!
You are awesome! Thanks for helping me want to be a better mother.
Hi Shawni! I love your blog and I loved hearing you and your mom speak at TOFW in Spokane last weekend! I have already instituted family testimony meeting at my house!
and PS…I saw my friend Angie M's family picture in your book! Who knew?
I love your blog! I actually bought your book for my sis-in-law at Christmas. I would love one for myself!
I just found your blog. Love it. I do have your book but would be Happy to give one to another mom.. so here is my entry. 🙂 HAppy DaY
From your parenting help ideas to "keeping it real" Love your blog!
I love this book, and I know just who I'd like to give another one to. If I don't win, I'll buy one! Happy mothers' day!
Love my own copy but would love one to give away!
Love my copy but would happily give one to a friend!
I found your blog thur design mom and i have never felt such an understanding from another woman. I am so afraid while being pregnant with my 3rd child to think of everything this baby has to be tested for and maybe even not dignosied. Your kids are amazngly beautiful thank you so much for sharing.
Would love to win your book, and you have beautiful children! How fun for you.
Shawni-
You probably had no idea so many people follow your blog. That just shows what a great writer and inspiration you are. You've definitely inspired me!
You are SUCH an inspiration!! Every time I read your blog, I want to be a better mommy (and have more kids *gasp* ha ha!)
Thansk for your blog
It inspires me.i love your photography.
thanks for sharing
Hoping Lucy can be better soon with the help of the money raisedShe is adorable
you have a beautiful family
lv Bron
also from Tasmania Australia
🙂
I thought you where great at TOFW in Spokane. I am looking forward to reading your book in the future@
Found your blog from the Christmas card you sent my parents (the Nicholls). Its fun to keep up with your family and get some parenting advice in as well! I can use all the help I can get.
Tanya C. From Farmington. I would love to read about your secrets. Thanks for having such great insight
Tanya C. From Farmington.
I love reading your blog and would love to read your mom secrets! Thankis for being an inspiration!
Wow, over 200 comments! Good for you for getting such a wonderful response for your cause!
Thank you for all of the Motherhood/Parenting/Life advice I get from your blog. Please enter me in the drawing for the book.
I have been a follower of the Eyre ways since I was a teenager. I was thrilled to find your blog and then your wonderful mother's blog so I could continue to glean from your wisdom. Thanks so much for so generously sharing your talents and wisdom with us. I love to check in and read your blog.
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I just requested this book for Mother's Day. Thanks for the giveaway!
-Anne
http://beanland.wordpress.com
I love your blog, so I know I will love reading the book
I love this book. I would love to share it with another great mother! Love your blog! Thank you for the reminders on being a wonderful mother.
Shawni,
I bought one of these for myself one night after skimming through it at Deseret Book one night. I LOVED it so much, I went back and bought 9 more copies!!! One for my mom and each of my sisters and sister-in-laws. We are having our annual mom/sisters retreat at Sundance next month and I can't wait to give them each a copy! This book has given me some great ideas that we have incorporated into our family. Thanks so much!