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I’m a Winner!!

I can’t believe it! I rarely win anything, but I made out like a bandit last week! I actually won TWO things.

The first item I won came through purchasing a fundraiser raffle ticket from Soup of Success. I ended up winning a Vera Bradley Linsday purse in the soon to be retired Pink Elephant print! I just received it today and I’m already loving it! The inner compartment is large enough to hold all my necessities, including my Kindle. There are also 2 nicely sized pockets on the front (under the flap) that are large enough to hold both my personal iPhone and work BlackBerry. I just want to give a big “THANKS” to West View Florist of Elkhart, IN for generously donating this wonderful bag to the fundraiser, especially since I won it. The ironic part is that I actually looked at some Vera Bradley bags a few days ago, but decided to hold off until my wallet recovers a bit from my vacation last week.

Here’s a couple of pics:

In addition to the VB bag, I also won a free chart in a trivia contest on the Little House & County Cottage Stitchers Yahoo group. Diane graciously offered up a list of her designs from which to choose. I opted to go with one of her latest designs and selected Holly & Berries. Here’s a photo of the design from her website:

Holly & Berries

Speaking of Little House Needleworks, I also received my kit for From Sea to Shining Sea from Drema at Needlecraft Corner. After volunteering at the election polls today, I was feeling particularly patriotic and decided to start it tonight while I have been unwinding before heading off to bed. Here’s a pic of the fabric and fibers right before I started:

From Sea to Shining Sea

Also, for those out there who, like me, are LHN fans, Diane has a new release coming out later this month that I’m very much looking forward to getting. It’s called “Something Old, Something New” and is a collection of eight previously released complimentary designs as well as two new designs. Here’s a computer generated image of the designs included in this release:

Well, that’s it from me for now. In closing though, I would like to offer my sincere congratulations to President Elect Obama. I know this had to be a very bittersweet day for him after losing his grandmother yesterday. I also want to commend Senator McCain for his very gracious concession speech.

This election has been a very long battle. I’m sure everyone, myself included, is glad that it’s finally over so we don’t have to see any more political ads, hear any more debates, get any more robocalls, etc. Well, at least, not for two more years until they start all this madness again. There really does need to be a limit set on how long these campaigns can run!

4 November 2008

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Election Results

Election Night Results Widgets:

These widgets will update throughout the night as results come in from each state as the polls close. There are still many states with voting polls still open. PLEASE do not let any results seen here keep you from voting if you have not already done so. EVERY vote is important regardless of any speculation on the results by media outlets. Until the actual votes are counted, any predictions made by media outlets are just that … speculation.

National Results:

California Results:

4 November 2008

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Voter Freebies

It seems lots of businesses are getting in on the action of offering freebies to people who vote tomorrow. Hopefully it won’t take the lure of freebies to get people out to vote, but if it helps, then so be it.

Below is a list of the freebies available in the southern California area. Please note that many of these offers are from national chains and also available nationwide. Many of these offers require showing an “I Voted” sticker, so be sure you pick one up and wear it if you live in states other than California. It actually is illegal in the state of California for companies to offer an incentive solely to voters as a way to entice people to vote. So, in California, these freebies are available to everyone whether you actually vote or not.

Starbucks
One free tall (12 oz.) brewed coffee per customer

Anaheim White House
Diners ages 21 and up, who voted, will receive one complimentary bottle of champagne. The restaurant will also offer a 4-course meal for just $44.

Krispy Kreme
Free star-shaped doughnuts with patriotic spinkles to voters.

Pizza Hut
20% discount on ALL online orders scheduled for delivery or pick-up. Only valid for NEW online customers.

Ben & Jerry’s
One free scoop of ice cream between the hours of 5p.m.-8p.m. for everyone.

Pat & Oscar’s
Voters dining-in will get 20 % off.

Zov’s Bistro
Finish off your meal with a free slice of Apple pie with purchase. Happy hour is also expanded to include other menu items.

Daily Grill
From 4p.m.-11p.m., voter’s will get one free appetizer.

Salt Creek Grill (Dana Point)
Some free give-aways including, a $200 restaurant gift card! The restaurant is also offering $3 beers and an “All American” Prime Rib 3-course meal for $27.95.

Scott’s Seafood (South Coast Plaza)
$10 off your lunch or dinner check with proof of voting.

Morton’s The Steakhouse
Presidential martinis for $11!

I know that regular readers of my blog know that my support is going to Senator Barack Obama. Regardless of how anyone chooses to vote tomorrow, just be sure to get out and vote. Be a part of the process. Let your voice be heard through your vote. We are so fortunate to live in a country where we do have a voice, so please don’t take it for granted or give away that right. Vote!

3 November 2008

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Rest in Peace, Madelyn Dunham

I’m so sad to hear the news that Senator Obama’s grandmother passed away this morning on the eve of the election. Rest in peace, Mrs. Dunham. My thoughts are with Senator Obama and the rest of his family.