2.11.2011

A Thank You and A Giveaway

I want to thank everyone for all the wonderful comments on the new look of my blog and banner. I’m glad everyone likes it. I needed a bit of color. I think everyone is ready for Spring.

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I have been working on my photography and texture skills. I just started to contribute to the Inspiration Studio flickr pool. It’s was hard for me to find the confidence to post photos in any of the flickr pools. I just figured I had to jump in ( jump in the pool). The Inspiration Studio is a blog that Kim Klassen began and she has many contributors with individual creative talents. So when I heard that Jamie chose one of my shots to use in her recent post I was absolutely thrilled. That’s it above and you can see it here at the i-studio. Jamie blogs at Lyrical Journey and she is also a contributor over at the Inspiration Studio where she puts together wonderful sound tracks. So if you are in need of a little inspiration then head over and check out the i-studio and Lyrical Journey. Lots of great talent and creativity! Thank you Jamie for the little boost I needed.

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Speaking of jumping in. My friend Maureen over at Cottage 960 is having a giveaway. She is raising money for the Special Olympics of Illinois. That crazy girl is going to do a polar plunge! Brrrrrr! You need to hop on over there and check out the cute camera strap she made. She will make you one too if you win. In the colors you’d like. Because she’s nice like that. Click on the button below to read more about it.



Oh and I have a question to those of you who use Live Writer. I just updated my theme so that my new template would be recognized. But now my preview mode is not working. If you know of a solution to this I’d be grateful. I posted the question on their forum but nothing yet. I googled it for hours last night and nothing. I was shocked. Google usually has the answer for anything.

I need to get back to working on my chandelier. It’s going silver today. I’ve put it off long enough.

see ya,

17 comments:

  1. I do like the new look - so fresh and pretty!

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  2. Love the new look Anita. your pictures are fantastic. Lx

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  3. You need to frame that picture! It's beautiful.

    I really do love your new header~it's like fresh air.

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  4. I am so happy for you! Sounds like your son is gonna have some photographer competition in the family! It is a great photo.

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  5. I agree, Anita, you should frame this picture! Congrats on the shout out! Well deserved!

    I lived in Chicago for years so I'm familiar with the polar bear club. Brrrr is right! Sounds like a worthy cause. xo

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  6. awwww. you're the best! thanks for sharing the love.
    and congrats on your photo feature! It's very well deserved. I new you would rock that new camera, keep it up!

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  7. Love the picture and good for you for jumping in the pool! :) And congrats on the feature, I think you are doing so great at your photography, keep going girl!

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  8. Hey Anita!

    Things are looking good!
    Thanks for taking the time to visit with me. And I hope you have a great weekend!

    Ciao Bella!

    Creative Carmelina

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  9. Yes, I do love that photo. Well done you! I've only just started using Live Writer, and I usually Google everything too. I didn't even know there was a preview option. I just sent as a draft to Blogger. I must look into this more.

    Cheers,
    Lisa x

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  10. Congrats! I love your new look and I'm so amazed at how great your photos are. They look professional! I use live writer and recently updated my theme, but my preview works fine...so not sure why it wouldn't be working for you. Maybe Gail can help, she's great at live writer stuff.

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  11. Congrats Anita! I can see why that shot was chosen - it's amazing. You are way too modest. I wish I had your talent when it comes to photography.
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  12. Love the new look and way to go on posting your pics!

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  13. Yes, I updated my theme, and discovered the preview button lol, and it's working. Yes, Gail is a great help with Live Writer.

    Cheers,
    Lisa

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  14. Thanks so much for sharing your gorgeous photo with all of us (and the sweet shout out.)

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  15. I love your banner. It's so ready for spring!

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  16. I love the new look and your button is so cute!

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