I Gotta Lotta Bloggin' To Do!

I can't believe it's been over a week since I've posted. Wow time flies...

In honor of two of my favorite bloggin' ladies - Jenn and Jacqui - this is going to be a longer than usual post! (They're well known for their lengthy albeit FABULOUS posts!) It's Saturday night, so grab a glass of wine (or a cup of tea if that's more your style) and hang out with me for a while. We've got a lot of catching up to do.

My Vintage Heart Swap
Recently, I participated in my first swap and it was so much fun! I had a blast putting together a selection of goodies for my swap partner Lonnie. The swap was hosted by my birthday buddy Dolly. When my box arrived, it felt like Christmas. Take a peek at what was inside...




Isn't it gorgeous!











I absolutely LOVE the LOVE plate!








Beautiful Tags...







And this precious kitchen towel (I have a thing for cool kitchen towels!)










This tag was attached (reminds me of you, Aunt Lynn!)













And an close up of this gorgeous piece. See how well it matches my kitchen? Also included in all those goodies was a whole bunch of DARK CHOCOLATE. I don't know about you, but it's my favorite. As a matter of fact, I'm enjoying some now ;-). I know a lot of people who don't like dark chocolate...and that's ok - more for me!!!

I can't say thank you enough to Lonnie - my first swap was incredible! And thanks to Dolly for being such a gracious host!



Paying It Forward


Here's a chance to get a surprise from me, on a surprise date, in the next 365 days.
(I'm responding to this via Robin at Bittersweet Punkin)

Here are the rules:
1.~Leave a comment on my blog that says you want to play. First three folks to comment and PLAY will get a gift from ME. (If I don't know it already, let me know how I can contact you, an e-mail is fine.)

2.~Do the same thing on your blog! The first three folks who leave a comment and commit to doing this on their blog, too, will get a surprise from YOU at a surprise time in the next 365 days! This should prove to be fun.....and interesting.This is a great way to make new friends too.....let's see what happens. Just copy this post...pic and all..and use it on your post.

I am really looking forward to doing this, so please sign up ;-) And to quote Robin, "I can personally guarantee that you will get MY surprise sooner than later because I am in remission from the Procrastinator's Club of America. I'm getting better...thanks for the concern." This made me laugh out loud when I read it and I could totally relate!

Ok, it's almost 11:30 p.m., which is WAY past my bedtime, so I've got to shut it down. I just can't go on anymore tonight. And for those of you who are getting antsy for Alexandra pics and info (you know who you are!!!) I PROMISE it is coming...possibly tomorrow!

Cheers and Good Night!
Dee Dee