Dear Readers & Visitors to my blog, I appreciate you! Thanks for stopping by!
Recently, I watched the 1946 movie Great Expectations on TV. I’d read the Charles Dickens novel about ten years ago & was surprised to find I preferred the black-and-white movie. The title got me thinking. This is the time of year of great expectations: must-do lists, shopping for food and presents at chaotic stores without ample parking, trying to second-guess a recipient’s wishes, hurry up and finish cooking or sewing projects. Chances to spend time with family can be both nurturing and draining. Many of us miss loved-ones as we fondly recall the past and attempt to fill the void. Or maybe endeavor to forget heartache, because our expectations weren’t met. Life is not a movie set where the Director can say, “Cut! Reshoot.”
Among the gifts I’ve received from the Amish is the knowledge that wounds and relationships can be healed by forgiveness. Over the years, praying for those who have wronged me or even for strangers has blessed me and others in unexpected ways.
I have a question: What smaller-than-a-breadbox item would you like to receive or give that costs under $20? Leave a short comment and enter to win this Amish-made Quillow, which opens to 40″ X 60″ quilt, & a signed copy of a novel from The Legacy of Lancaster County Trilogy. USA & Canada. Winner chosen at random and has 3 days to respond.
I’m grateful for Vannetta Chapman’s post last week! Thank you to the many people who entered to win a copy of Murder Tightly Knit. Her winner is Diane (no last name given) whom I have contacted via email. She has three days to respond.
I would love to receive a new apron! (it’s smaller than a breadbox if you roll it up!)
A new apron sounds like a delightful gift, Jerrilynn! Definitely smaller than a breadbox. Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
I would treasure that pillow.
Merry Christmas!
Thanks for visiting my blog and entering the contest, Denise! Good luck!
I would love to give a set of your books to a friend!!! Merry Christmas!!
Blessings
Diana
joeym11(at)frontier(dot)com
Merry Christmas, Diana! May this next year be blessed. Thank you for entering the giveaway you generous friend!
Ohhhh…I so want to win this. Would make my Christmas so much merrier.
I’m glad you had a Merry Christmas, Carla! Good luck in the giveaway!
My mom has a qwillow, would be a treat to win one and your book ! Lol a 20.00 Amazon gift card to get more books !
Linda
Can’t go wrong with the $20 Amazon gift card, Linda! Too many books is an oxymoron. Thanks for entering the contest and good luck!
I would love to receive a book…and the time to read it! ( :
I know what you mean, Betty! I am so busy all day that I look forward to diving into bed so that I can read. Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
I always love getting chocolatoe and Reese’s! Books and classic musicals are also at the top of my list. And, I would love this beautiful quillow. Thanks for the giveaway!
You show excellent taste, Kathryn! I’m always in the mood for a little chocolate and I enjoyed classic musicals too. Thanks for entering the giveaway!
I always enjoy receiving books or candles. What a lovely quillow…I’ve made a few over the years.
Blessings and Merry Christmas!
Kelly
Kelly *at* dkcountryarts *dot*com
Blessings and Merry Christmas to you, Kelly! I am so impressed that you have made a few quillows. Good luck in the giveaway!
Gift card to Amazon so that I could download books to my Kindle and then cuddle up in the quillow while reading one of your books.
Your idea sounds terrific, Christine! I do love to cuddle up nice and cozy to read. Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
Would love to win the Quillow!!!! Beautiful!!
Thanks for visiting my blog and entering the giveaway, Tressie! (Cute name!) Good luck!
This would make a wonderful Christmas present. I love reading your books and would be so great full to add another one to my collection. Merry Christmas! !
I would love to add one of my books to your collection, Pam! Merry Christmas to you and thanks for entering the giveaway!
I need a new tea kettle so badly. The wooden handle on mine broke and it’s hard to use without a handle lol
I hope that by the time you read this you have a new tea kettle, Yolanda! An essential item in the kitchen. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
I always get a couple boxes of Chocolate covered Cherries! love that. I would enjoy a gift card.
When Mom was with us we could almost always expect some homemade quilted item..
Merry Christmas ! !
Those chocolate covered cherries sound fabulous, Deanna! I’m sure you cherish your mother’s gifts as much as I do mind. Merry Christmas and good luck in the giveaway!
A book!
An and excellent choice, Ola! Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
I like flavored coffee. I would love to win. Have a Merry Christmas.
Yummy, Polly! Sounds delicious. Thanks for writing and good luck in the giveaway!
A book
Thank you for visiting my blog and entering the giveaway, Paula! Good luck!
A book, tea, and some chocolate! Thanks for the chance to win!
A very nice combination, Beth! Good luck in the giveaway!
Something smaller then a bread box………..I would like more books. Thanks so much and Merry Christmas!!!
Merry Christmas to you, Angie! Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway. Good luck!
Hi Kate,I ‘d like to receive a 2 slice toaster,mine is broken.I’d love to win your gift and signed book.
I love your give-a ways,blessings to you and I hope you have the best holidays ever!
Hi Linda, you have a specific need that I hope is met! Thank you for writing and entering the giveaway. Good luck!
Anything quilted…pot holders, Christmas ornaments, throws, quilts etc!
I love your ideas, Donna! Thanks for sharing them. Good luck in the giveaway!
Definitely books and one of yours would be even more special! Thanks for thinking of us, your readers!
Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!!
Connie
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year, Connie! Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
i’d like to get a new book
Thanks for visiting my blog and entering the giveaway, Debbie! A book is always a good choice.
As I sit here and think about it, it is always better to give then to receive. Since it is the Christmas Holiday and if I had the money, I would love to take 20 unforntunate children to the store and buy each and everyone of them a small gift of their choice just to see a smile on each childs face. Kate I would love a chance to win the Quillow and your book. Thank you for the chance. Hope you and your family have a Wonderful Christmas!!!!
Oh, that would be fun, Sharon! Smiling children! I hope you and your family enjoyed a Merry Christmas! Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
First choice one of your books, or an apron or potholder. Thanks!
Three lovely ideas, Janet! Good luck in the giveaway! Thanks for entering.
it is christmas my kids keep asking what i want and i tell them i dont need anything it is better to give than receive but if i would have to pick a gift under 20 a good book.
A good book is always a lovely gift, Mary! Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
I would love to get the book to read and the other gift that will make my Christmas. THANKS and Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, Barbara! Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
What I want doesn’t cost anything. My husband is being tested for colon cancer tomorrow (yes, Christmas Eve). I just want it all to come out negative. Then I would use the quillow to sit by the fire and read and be thankful.
Would love something quilted and a new book. Merry Christmas to all. Many blessings for the new year. And for NANCY COLE..your husband is in my prayers. God is our ultimate physician.
Merry Christmas, Rita! May your new year be blessed and your prayers answered. He is the ultimate physician. I’ve seen much proof go this over the last year. Thanks for entering the contest!
Thanks for leaving your comment, Nancy! Sounds like you had a stressful Christmas Eve. I hope all went well. Did you see the prayer for your husband below? Good luck in the giveaway!
I would love a new Amish book, and anything my grandkids make me by hand. Even their cute little cards are the “gifts” that I totally treasure. I love to see the happy faces as they hand those precious “gifts” that mean more than the biggest diamonds. Merry Christmas, Kate! Really enjoy reading your blog
Merry Christmas, Sonja! I know just what you mean about precious gifts from grandkids and their sweet happy faces. Sounds like you are very blessed. Thanks for your kind words about my blog post and good luck in the giveaway!
If I were being unselfish I would give the $20 to the Lottie Moon Christmas offering at church. For me I would want a book or knitting/crochet supplies. Thanks for the opportunity to win. Great giveaway!
Donating to your church fund sounds wonderful, Linda! Nothing wrong with a book or knitting/crochet supplies either! Thanks for entering. Good luck!
I would love to have a new book to read. Thanks for the contest.
A fine selection, Sandra! Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
A new book, an apron for baking, a new wooden recipe box — I would love any of those.
A lovely trio, Debbie! Good luck in the giveaway!
Books…you can never have enough! Your quillow would be a wonderful bonus surprise ☺️
A new book is always a treat, Maria! Well, even used or from the library. Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
How beautiful! Merry Christmas to you and thanks for all you do!
Merry Christmas to you, Kathy! Good luck in the giveaway!
Love to be give a $20 Bill or a gift card to buy your books
I’d love you to read one of my books, Sheila! Good luck in the giveaway!
I would love an amazon gift card to indulge my love of books, and a necklace or ring with grandchildren’s birthstones, but since I haven’t told that to anyone, I know I won’t be getting that!
Sounds as though you need to tell someone, Connie! Santa is not as reliable as he used to be. Wishing you good luck in this contest!
I would like to buy my aunt a book. She loves to read as much as I do.
What a delightful aunt you must have, Mildred! I bet you two have plenty to chat about. Thanks for entering the giveaway. Good luck!
Handmade kitchen towel and dish cloth. Love handmade gifts.
A lovely gift, Cheryl! Thanks for entering the giveaway. Good luck!
Books, books, books!!! I really do not ask for anything, it’s just not how I was brought up, but a book or two is always nice!
A book is always nice, Susan! Thanks for writing and good luck!
Would love to have these pillows to sit on my couch. Love reading everything Amish. Thanks for the giveaways
Thanks for entering the giveaway, Barb! Good luck!
It would be a gift card to buy Amish Books. and a box of Chocolates truffles.
A gift card for an Amish book to be read while nibbling on a truffle, Kristina. Yummy! I love truffles or anything else chocolate. thanks and good luck!
I love all your work. God blessed you with so much talent and with your hard work and with your hard work mixed together creates masterpieces.
Merry Christmas!!!
You are very kind, Robin! Thanks and thank you for entering the giveaway. Good luck!
I would love to have your middle book in this series , that I don’t have . I love books . Your Blanket , pillow is beautiful . I love it . Thanks .
lizd225(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks, Elizabeth! I hope you can get your hands and eyes on Pennsylvania Patchwork soon. Good luck in the contest!
For a under $20. and smaller than a bread box,I would appreciate a gift of anything hand made, scarf, mittens,hat.
A handmade, scarf, hat or mittens would all be wonderful, Sparkle! I have a pretty good scarf collection, but never enough. Thanks for entering and good luck!
Beautiful ,, I would love to win this book also.. Thank you and Merry Christmas..
Thanks for entering the giveaway, Janice! Merry Christmas and good luck!
a spice box large enough to hold recipes from Amish women. Or a book.
Sounds like a delightful idea, Janet! And of course a book is always a wonderful gift. Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
Let me think? A book or a yummy treat! Either of those is an awesome gift on a cold winter day! The Quillows are so cool! Thanks for being so generous with your beautiful gifts! ♥
Thanks for entering the giveaway, Amanda! Books and yummy treats are always appreciated. Good luck!
Want your last book 🙂
Don’t really want anything else in particular, I am already blessed.
I want you to have my last book, Loretta! Good luck in the giveaway!
What a wonderful reminder…great prizes, too! Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas, Jill, and thanks for entering the giveaway! Good luck!
I love to receive pictures or homemade items or goodies. I love to bake cookies and make candy to give away.
Reading your comment is making my mouth water, Jan! I’m sure the recipients of your gifts greatly appreciate you. Good luck in the giveaway!
an autographed book by Kate Lloyd. Merry Christmas
Hey, Barb, that sounds like a great idea! Mary Christmas to you and good luck in the giveaway!