July Sponsor + Jewelry Giveaway!

Posted: July 16, 2012

I hope you had a nice weekend!  If you missed this special "extra" post, as I don't normally post on Saturdays, be sure to check it out.  We had a great weekend up in the mountains hiking, splashing in little creeks, and even catching some trout.  As for today...once a month I will do a sponsor shout-out so that you can get to know each of them a little better.  It could be a business or another blog or a combo. This month the main sponsor is a jewelry shop, whose owner also suggested doing a GIVEAWAY, which I thought was a fabulous idea!!

Introducing My Sweet November:

My Sweet November is a one-woman show; all jewelry design, production, and photography are done by Candy herself.  She has been creating and selling jewelry since 2009, and as you can tell from a quick glance of her Etsy shop, cameos are her favorite component to work with!  In her shop you'll find nautical and gothic inspired jewelry as well as modern and whimsical designs...perfect for special occasions or everyday wear. 

  • We are giving away one of her "You Anchor My Heart" necklaces (shown). Details below! 
  • You can further interact with her via Facebook. 
  • She is offering all readers a 10% discount on any purchases made through her Etsy shop through July 31st by using the code: NOSUGAR10 at checkout.
  • One of my readers ordered something from her earlier this month and said: "I ordered something from her and the shipping was fast and my necklace is beautiful!"

To Enter:

Simply leave me a comment below telling me WHO is the anchor in your life. 

A winner will be chosen on Thursday night, July 19th at 8PM MST, and announced in Friday's Blogpost. The winner must be in the U.S. 

The Anchor in my life is my mom. 

Through thick and thin, changes in jobs, relationships, & friends, hurts, disappointments, joys, and accomplishments...she has always been there for me. To listen. To encourage. To anchor me to what's most important in life and point me to the true anchor: Hope in God.  Hebrews 6:19:" We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure."  You probably didn't know this, but when I had the pictures taken for my Reward Photoshoot, my mom was in town for Mother's Day.  So we took some pics together too, to surprise my dad.  Here's a few of my favorites! (Again, thank you Kerinsa Marie Photography for the lovely photos!)

 

There's two lovely ladies, if I've ever seen any :)

You might also like...

Comments

Submitted by Angie - July 16, 2012 - 7:46am

God is my anchor. Through the good, the bad, and the ugly He has always been there for me.

Submitted by Susan S. - July 16, 2012 - 9:00am

My husband is my anchor. He's always there for me and has been with me through many ups and downs.

Submitted by JoAnna - July 16, 2012 - 9:07am

I feel a little guilty not giving my guy the status as JoAnna's Anchor but he is a close second. Unfortunately for him, my mom has really big shoes to fill. To even say she's always been there for me, is a huge understatement. My mom has never made a decision or given me any kind of advice that wasn't purely and completely in my best interest. I'd be lost without her!

Submitted by Ashley - July 16, 2012 - 9:15am

My Mom is my biggest fan as I am hers.
She is the most supportive person I have ever known and no matter what is going on in my life, she is always there to make me feel loved & secure.

Submitted by Brittany - July 16, 2012 - 9:48am

My hubby is def my anchor! He is the one that makes everything in life make more sense and MUCH more calm!

Submitted by Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries - July 16, 2012 - 10:05am

I would say God is my ultimate anchor. My husband is also my anchor!

Submitted by colleen sullivan - July 16, 2012 - 10:10am

The anchor of my life is my beautiful, sweet, generous and intelligent 14 year old daughter. She has been thru a lot with her health since she was born she has a been a fighter. When she was 12 she was diagnosed with Basilar Migraines that effect her swallowing and walking ability when she has a bad migraine. When I don't feel good she is there like a great nurse to help me..I love her

Submitted by Caitlin - July 16, 2012 - 10:26am

Through thick and thin he is always there for me. Whether I am tired, stressed, or upset, he always says the right thing. He works hard and always provides for our family. He is quick to smile, and hard to anger. He is simply the best husband and father ever, and we can always count on him!

Submitted by Lyndsay - July 16, 2012 - 11:06am

You know, I'd have to say I have two anchors in my life. The first is my best friend. I went through a very difficult year this last year and she was always there; right next to me, helping me keep going. She was the only person I had in my life for a while and for that, I am eternally grateful. The second is my husband. He and I survived some very tough times in our marriage and he and I now anchor each other. I feel safe, secure, and living in each moment in real time.

Great pictures of you and your mom!!

Submitted by Shirley - July 16, 2012 - 11:51am

The Ultimate Anchor of my life is Jesus Christ Our Lord and Savior of course. He has however Graciously given me other anchors and I hope using me as an anchor to others as well. One of my dearest gifts from God has been my oldest daughter Rachel. Her presence in my life through the "roughest" water I ever knew as an abandoned single Mother kept me going-striving-seeking God's very best for us. Her encouragement through the years is priceless. She is by far one if the greatest anchors Christ has given me-there are many more good gifts He has given me since then-but she was what truly stabilized me through the storm of her daddy leaving us.

Submitted by Lisa - July 16, 2012 - 12:29pm

My life has been a mess lately but thru it all God has been there for me 100%. I pray, i receive! Thru it all, God is definently my anchor!!!

Submitted by Katie @wishandwhimsy - July 16, 2012 - 1:52pm

Without a doubt, my mom is my anchor. She's such an inspiration to me, especially after this past year of seeing her face 2 different types of cancer. She's strong is doing so well today!

Submitted by Alex @ therunwithin - July 16, 2012 - 2:36pm

The anchor in my life is by far my mother. She is someone I admire, look up to and ultimately am so much like. She stuck with me when I was anything but her daughter during my ED, yet always believing I would emerge. It was her who gave me motivation to fight the hard fight and rekindle our relationship. I would be no where without her.

Submitted by Doris - July 16, 2012 - 3:05pm

My husband is my anchor, he's the one I turn to when I struggle with anyhing, and I know he's got my back 100%.

Submitted by Zan - July 16, 2012 - 4:53pm

my husband! He is always and always has been there for me. Now he is side by side with me helping to care for my elderly parents. It sure would be a big challenge without him!

Submitted by Angie N - July 16, 2012 - 9:09pm

God is my anchor always. My husband is my earthly anchor. Beautiful necklace!

Submitted by valerie - July 17, 2012 - 10:08am

Its a tie between my mom and my hubby. Maybe mom wins because she has been in my life longer.
My husband has a way of making me feel loved and beautiful no matter what the # on the scale says.
My mom and her wisdom help me in my daily life. I'm so grateful for both of them.

Submitted by Elena V - July 17, 2012 - 6:20pm

God is my anchor. So many times I was ready to throw in the towel, but God always picked me up with love and grace. I kick myself for not trusting Him yet each time He forgives me and takes me back in.
My parents haven't always been there for me, my friends, though wonderful, have failed me in the past, but all of it was to help me learn that the only constant in my life is Jesus. He is so amazing. I give people more forgiveness and understanding because I don't have to depend on them as much as I depend on God.
Thanks for the generous giveaway!

Submitted by lisa lo - July 17, 2012 - 9:04pm

It would be God and my son...but the necklace would be gifted to my bro so he can give it to his anchor, his wife :o)

Submitted by Divya @ Eat. Teach. Blog. - July 17, 2012 - 10:58pm

My anchor is my mama :)

Submitted by Tauna Watt - July 18, 2012 - 12:33am

After 25 years of marriage my husband then left us 6 years ago an me an my sons were left to find for ourselves an it has been a learning lesson! How kids can become your rock & Anchor! If it was not for my handicap son's smiles he gave not knowing what was going on but, sensed that a smile would somehow make it better from his perceptive! My older son now 17 see this an become my rock an anchor to make me know that we will get threw this somehow but, still things are very ruff an hard! Without them I would be lost at Sea with NO Anchor!

Sincerely,
Tauna

Submitted by Jennifer williams - July 19, 2012 - 7:51am

My anchor is mom.....I base my life off of what she would approve. She has did so much for me.

Submitted by Emily Drake - July 19, 2012 - 8:01am

My husband is definitely my anchor. He keeps me sane and is the rock of our family.

Submitted by Katy - July 19, 2012 - 8:50am

God is my anchor...and He gave me my husband, Christopher, who is also my anchor! :)

Submitted by Heather Paulding - July 19, 2012 - 12:00pm

Nothing binds you with another person like bringing one into the world together:) My anchor, my rock, my love.

Submitted by elven johnson - July 19, 2012 - 2:17pm

My mom was but I take everything she showed me & use them daily. Even tho she's gone from this world she's still here in many ways.

Submitted by Serena Powell - July 19, 2012 - 2:52pm

My mom has the ability to keep me grounded. She is there to comfort me when I am upset or praise me when I do something good.

Submitted by Mary Michelotti - July 19, 2012 - 5:01pm

My husband is the anchor in my life.

marymichelotti@gmail.com

Submitted by Lacey Anderson - July 19, 2012 - 6:30pm

My children are my anchor. They have shown me a new outlook on life. They`ve made me grow into the person I am today, and for that, I will be forever grateful. xoxo

Submitted by amandasue - July 19, 2012 - 8:59pm

because right now I am going through so much health wise with testing and medications, and then working on moving to his town to be with him, and finding a new job and he keeps me calm and helps me not to worry about all the little problems of life. He keeps me happy!

Submitted by Michelle Chappell - July 19, 2012 - 10:57pm

My husband is my anchor. He is such a stable force in my life. Thanks for the chance to win!
mrsmchappell at gmail dot com

Submitted by Eugenie - July 20, 2012 - 12:12am

My husband is my anchor.

Submitted by Paula - July 20, 2012 - 1:14am

My mother is my anchor. She is an amazing woman and would do anything for her children. I am blessed to have her.

Submitted by MelodyJ - July 20, 2012 - 2:36am

I would also say God is the Anchor of my heart. In my lonely times he is there for me.

melodyj(at)gmail(dot)com

Submitted by angie - July 20, 2012 - 9:58am

Without a doubt, my husband. We have been married 16 years now and we have been through things in our lives that tear most people apart within a year. Without him, I would be so lost.

Submitted by Elizabeth - July 20, 2012 - 10:44am

God is my anchor. A close second is my mother.

Submitted by Julie B. - July 20, 2012 - 3:53pm

my husband is my anchor. He's been through a lot of adversity, and through his own efforts, without help of any family, made a successful and happy life for himself. Without him as my anchor, I'd be adrift.

Submitted by Amy D - July 20, 2012 - 7:30pm

My mom is, and always will be, my anchor.

Submitted by Amy D - July 20, 2012 - 7:30pm

My mom is, and always will be, my anchor.

Submitted by Ellen C. - July 21, 2012 - 10:31am

My husband is my anchor. Thanks for the chance.

Submitted by shana - July 21, 2012 - 9:33pm

My husband is my anchor. We have been through a lot together.

Submitted by Ashlee - July 22, 2012 - 2:52am

Always picks me up when I'm down.

Add new comment