Holly Jolly Ornament Swap!

Now that we've trick-or-treated and almost gobble gobbled, it's time to spread some holiday cheer, don't you think? We had such an amazing time last year doing a little ornament swap, so I thought we'd continue the tradition!

The goal? To build blog friendships and extend some joy during the happiest time of the year. And let's face it, who doesn't love getting a cute package in the mail?

So join me! Sign-up to be a swap buddy and I'll get you all taken care of! Read on below to find out how!



 .:: Swap Sign-Up ::.
Sign-up, get matched w/ a buddy, share your tree style, and then shop for your buddy's Christmas ornament. Swap via mail and then... voila!


1) Interested? 

Must be a [Life of Meg] follower to be eligible. (And yes... I do check every entry!)

2) Leave a comment on this post that includes your first name and e-mail address.
Once the sign-up closes on Monday December 9th, I will match each
one of you up with a buddy!

3) I will send your buddy's e-mail address to you via your provided e-mail address. You then can exchange mailing addresses and information.

4) Shop for the perfect ornament to send! Mail it to your buddy on or before December 13th.

5) Wait for your ornament surprise to arrive!

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Spread the word about our Holly Jolly Ornament Swap! 

We want as many people as possible to join us in this cozy, holiday cheer! The picture above is for your use in a post or on your sidebar. Please add a link directly to this blog post so that your friends can easily join us in the fun! 

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I know I am! I can't wait to get matched with a buddy and find the world's cutest eye-dazzler for their tree. This will be so fun!

May this swap will be a cute way for all of us to spread some holiday magic, so thanks in advance for joining the fun!

Wishing you a festive Starbucks peppermint mocha kind of day!

(extra whipped cream and chocolate shavings are a given of course)

PS - Don't forget to link-up and gain new readers ALL WEEK at my Mingle Monday Link-Up!





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Be My Valentine - Gift Swap!

It's that time again!
With Valentine's Day looming only a few weeks away, I thought we could kick off the love season with a sweet little gift swap!

After the past year of organizing seasonal swaps, and getting a great response, I would love to invite you to participate in this one. It's super fun and easy!

And who doesn't love fun nail polish, cute accessories, magazines, and more showing up in your mail?!

That's what I thought! ;)




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.:: About Be My Valentine ::.

Sign-up, get matched w/ a buddy, shop for a valentine care package, and swap via mail!

1) Interested? Must be a [Life of Meg] follower to be eligible.


2) Leave a comment below that includes your first name and e-mail address.


3) Also in your comment leave at least 5-10 "favorites" of yours.


Example: Meg's Faves

- Candy/Snacks:
Dark chocolate anything, Clif or Luna Bars, healthy snacks

- Magazines:
InStyle, Cooking Light, Glamour, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, US, People

- Colors:
YELLOW!, green, pink

- Hobbies:
Baking, cooking, working out, dancing, crocheting

- Girly things:
Nail polish, lip gloss, lip balm, home decor, face masks

4) I will send your buddy's e-mail address to you via your provided e-mail address. You then can exchange mailing address information once you're in contact.


5) Shop for your valentine goodies {price max: $15-20} and send your buddy's valentine by February 6th.


Sign-up closes Tuesday, January 31st @ Noon (CST)!

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.:: Pretty Please ::.

Spread the word about the [Life of Meg] Be My Valentine Gift Swap! We want as many people as possible to join us in spreading the love! The picture above or the button below is for your use in a post or on your sidebar. Please add a link directly to this blog post so that your friends can easily join us in the fun!



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So who's totally excited?!

I know I am! I already have a vision of the super cute valentine gift that I want to buy/send to the buddy I get matched up with! Valentine's Day isn't just for significant others... My prayer is that the Be My Valentine blog gift swap helps spread love to anyone and everyone!


Lots o' Love!

A Holly Jolly Ornament Swap!

Now that we've trick-or-treated and gobble gobbled, it's time to spread some holiday cheer, don't you think? Well that's what Rachel, over at Simple Little Joys, and I are thinking!

Rach (the world's most adorable blog BFF) and I brainstormed a few weeks back about how we could do something holly and jolly! Our main goal? To build blog friendships and extend joy during the happiest time of the year.

So, being the genius that she is, Rach had the amazing idea to organize a Christmas tree ornament swap! And who on earth hates Christmas ornament holly jolliness? Nobody... that's who.

So join us! Sign-up to be a swap buddy and we'll get you all taken care of! Read on below to find out how!

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    .:: Swap Sign-Up ::.
Sign-up, get matched w/ a buddy, share your tree style, and then shop for your buddy's Christmas ornament. Swap via mail and then... voila!


1) Interested? 

Must be a [Life of Meg] follower AND a {Simple Little Joys} follower to be eligible. (And yes... we do check every entry!)

2) Leave a comment on this post that includes your first name and e-mail address.
Once the sign-up closes on Sunday December 2nd, we will match each
one of you up with a buddy!

3) We will send your buddy's e-mail address to you via your provided e-mail address. You then can exchange mailing addresses and information.

4) Shop for the perfect ornament to send! Mail it to your buddy on or before December 10th.

5) Wait for your ornament surprise to arrive!

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.:: Pretty Please ::.

Spread the word about our Holly Jolly Ornament Swap! 

We want as many people as possible to join us in this cozy, holiday cheer! The picture above is for your use in a post or on your sidebar. Please add a link directly to this blog post so that your friends can easily join us in the fun! 

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So who's totally excited?!

I know I am! Rach is too (trust me on that one... she's so Christmassy, she could be Santa's favorite elf)! I can't wait to get matched with a buddy and find the world's cutest eye-dazzler for their tree. This will be so fun!

She and I hope this swap will be a cute way for all of us to spread some holiday magic, so thanks in advance for joining us!

Wishing you a festive Starbucks latte-filled kind of day!
(yes, extra whipped cream and chocolate shavings is a given.)

Soak Up the Sun - Blog Gift Swap!

Get ready for some fun, my summer-loving friends!
After hosting several blog gift swaps throughout the year, I've decided it's time for a fresh summer-themed extravaganza! Did I grab your attention yet?

I have really enjoyed all of your feedback about how much you loved getting adorable little gifts in the mail from you swap partner, so we're going to keep this little tradition rolling! I mean, who doesn't LOVE getting real mail, not to mention a whole package!

{ I knew you would be excited!! }

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.:: Soak Up the Sun - Blog Gift Swap ::. Sign-up, get matched w/ a buddy, shop for your favorite summer must-haves, and swap via mail!  

1) Interested? Must be a [Life of Meg] follower to be elligible.


2) Leave a comment below that includes your first name and e-mail address.


3) Also in your comment leave at least 5-10 "favorites" of yours.  ______________________________


Example: Meg's Summer Faves  
- Treats:
Crystal Light, fruit leather, pistachios, healthy snacks

- Colors:
Yellow, yellow, and yellow! Coral, turquoise, and orange are amazing too!

- Accessories:
Scarves, fedoras, beach hats, running socks, running visor, chunky earrings, truquoise jewelry, coral jewelry, simple stud earrings, sunglasses.
- Home Luxuries:
Fruity/Beachy/Vanilla scented candles, Scentsy bars, modern/simple frames, Crate and Barrel type decor.

- Fun faves:
Oklahoma State anything, cute cupcake liners, starbucks giftcards, bright dish towels, thank you cards, stationary, magazines - People, US, Martha Stewart, Real Simple.

- Girly things:
Nail polish (summer colors!), soft pink or peach lip gloss, shimmery neutral palette eye shadow, lip balm, face masks, bubble bath, cute bobby pins, coconut scented body lotion, self tanner.

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4) I will send your buddy's e-mail address to you via your provided e-mail address. You then can exchange mailing address information once you're in contact.


5) Shop for your summer goodies {price max: $20} and send your buddy's gift by Monday, June 25th.  ___________________________________________________

.:: Pretty Please ::.

Spread the word about the [Life of Meg] Soak Up the Sun blog gift swap! We want as many people as possible to join us in spreading the fun!  The picture above or the button below is for your use in a post or on your sidebar. Please add a link directly to this blog post so that your friends can easily join us in the fun!



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** Sign-up closes on Wednesday, June 20th @ Noon (CST)! **

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So, who's totally excited?!

I know I am! I already have a vision of the adorable/fun/girly summer must-haves that I want to buy/send to the buddy I get matched up with!

I hope you will help me spread the summertime cheer! It's one of my absolute favorite seasons to eat fresh, be active, enjoy outdoors, and strut my warm weather fashions, so let's kick it off right!



Happy Summer!!

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PS - Want to gain new followers?! Need some blog exposure?

Click HERE to visit my weekly Mingle Monday blog hop! Open all week long! :)

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Mingle Monday Blog Hop!

Happy Labor Day, my frraaaans!
I am currently lounging on the couch watching the world's best all-day marathon of How I Met Your Mother. Bliss. What are you up to today? Being lazy and doing something fun I hope!

Well, we're getting ready to head out to the LA v. Sporting soccer game tonight, and I couldn't be more excited! Don't worry y'all, I will tell Becks and Posh hi for you! ;)

Can't wait to hear about your weekend!


{ Time to Mingle!! }
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Pretty Pretty Please...

Pass on the Mingle love. Tell a friend. Tell your dog. If you could mention Mingle Monday in a post or to a bloggy friend, that would seriously complete my Labor Day!

{ Deal? }




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How To Mingle:


1) Must be a [Life of Meg] follower to participate.

2) Scroll down to the bottom of this post and click on the link to enter your blog.

3) Go visit other blogs saying hello from Mingle Monday!

4) Come back to [Life of Meg] and leave an encouraging review of the blogs you visited!!

5) Answer the weekly question...


** What was at the top of your Labor Day fun list? **



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** MINGLE FAIR -- all blog & runs (not commenting) will be removed. **





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As always, I love it when you stop by for a visit! If you aren't signed up for the Fall Frenzy blog gift swap, you're missing out!

We have so many people signed up for some fun right now, and I'd hate for you to be out of the loop!


Hasta Mañana!








PS - Sign up HERE for the Fall Frenzy blog gift swap!

Fall Frenzy - Blog Gift Swap!

Get ready for some fun, my fall loving friends!
After hosting the Mitten Mixer mitten swap in December, the Be My Valentine gift swap in February, I figured it was time for us to have a little fall fun to get us in the autumn spirit!


Who wants to join me for the Fall Frenzy blog gift swap?

{ I knew you would be excited!! }




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.:: Fall Frenzy::.

Sign-up, get matched w/ a buddy, shop for your favorite fall must-haves, and swap via mail!


1) Interested? Must be a [Life of Meg] follower to be elligible.


2) Leave a comment below that includes your first name and e-mail address.


3) Also in your comment leave at least 5-10 "favorites" of yours.

______________________________


Example: Meg's Fall Faves

- Candy/Snacks:
Dark chocolate anything, coffee, caramels, toffee, candy corn

- Colors:
Brown, orange, coral, navy, yellow

- Accessories:
Scarves, fedoras, baseball hats, cute socks, "pearl" or "diamond" stud earrings, stackable bangles, rings, dangly earings, simple necklaces, chunky statement jewelry

- Home Decor:
Votives, fake acorns, leaves, vanilla or pumpkin scented candles, pumpkins, classy fall decor, small square frames

- Fun faves:
Oklahoma State anything, cute cupcake liners, starbucks giftcards, holiday dish towels, thank you cards, stationary, magazines - People, US, Martha Stewart, Real Simple

- Girly things:
Nail polish (fall colors!), soft pink or peach lip gloss, brown palette eye shadow, lip balm, face masks, bubble bath, cute bobby pins

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4) I will send your buddy's e-mail address to you via your provided e-mail address. You then can exchange mailing address information once you're in contact.


5) Shop for your fall goodies {price max: $20} and send your buddy's gift by September 16th.


Sign-up closes on Tuesday, September 13th @ Noon (CST)!

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.:: Pretty Please ::.

Spread the word about the [Life of Meg] Fall Frenzy blog gift swap! We want as many people as possible to join us in spreading the fun! The picture above or the button below is for your use in a post or on your sidebar. Please add a link directly to this blog post so that your friends can easily join us in the fun!




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So, who's totally excited?!

I know I am! I already have a vision of the adorable/fun/girly fall must-haves that I want to buy/send to the buddy I get matched up with!

I hope you will help me spread the fall cheer! It's my absolute favorite season to bake in, watch football, be outside, and enjoy - let's kick it off right!


Happy September!!

Be My Valentine - Blog Gift Swap!

Get ready for some fun, gal pals!
After hosting the super awesome Mitten Mixer mitten swap in December, I figured it was time for us to have a little Valentine's Day fun! Who wants to join me for my Be My Valentine blog gift swap? I knew you would be excited!!




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.:: About Be My Valentine ::.

Sign-up, get matched w/ a buddy, shop for a valentine care package, and swap via mail!


1) Interested? Must be a [Life of Meg] follower to be elligible.


2) Leave a comment below that includes your first name and e-mail address.


3) Also in your comment leave at least 5-10 "favorites" of yours.


Example: Meg's Faves

- Candy/Snacks:
Dark chocolate anything, Clif or Luna Bars, healthy snacks

- Magazines:
InStyle, Cooking Light, Glamour, Real Simple, Martha Stewart

- Colors:
YELLOW!, green, pink

- Hobbies:
Baking, cooking, working out, dancing, crocheting

- Girly things:
Nail polish, lip gloss, lip balm, home decor, face masks


4) I will send your buddy's e-mail address to you via your provided e-mail address. You then can exchange mailing address information once you're in contact.


5) Shop for your valentine goodies {price max: $15} and send your buddy's valentine by February 7th.


Sign-up closes on Monday, January 31st @ Noon (CST)!

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.:: Pretty Please ::.

Spread the word about the [Life of Meg] Be My Valentine gift swap! We want as many people as possible to join us in spreading the love! The picture above or the button below is for your use in a post or on your sidebar. Please add a link directly to this blog post so that your friends can easily join us in the fun!



<center><a href="http://megnificentlife.blogspot.com/2011/01/be-my-valentine-blog-gift-swap.html"><img src="http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k591/LifeofMeg/ValentineBlogSwap_Small.jpg"/></a></center>
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So who's totally excited?!
I know I am! I already have a vision of the super cute valentine gift that I want to buy/send to the buddy I get matched up with! Valentine's Day isn't just for significant others! My prayer is that the Be My Valentine blog gift swap helps spread love to anyone and everyone!


Lots o' Love!