Coffee Date

     I have been reading these coffee date posts over at Rags to Stitches for awhile now, but until now I haven’t taken my blog out for coffee.  So here goes.

     If we were having coffee today, I would suggest that we stay in our pajamas and drink coffee on the couch…preferably out of Christmas mugs.  I would let you choose from our fairly gigantic selection.  I would drink out of this one.

     I would tell you how I got this on sale at Kohl’s last year after Christmas and how I would never have paid the full price.  Then I might tell you how my mother used a coupon to buy me the matching platter.  I would probably start telling you all about my mother.  She is such a giver – definitely her spiritual gift.  After talking about spiritual gifts, I would tell you that I’m not sure I know what mine is.  I would definitely crack some sort of corny joke like, “Is micromanaging a spiritual gift?”
     I would ask you about your Christmas and tell you that it all sounds so fun!  Christmas talking would lead right into talking about all the delicious food we ate.  What did you have?  Was it incredible?

     I would show you this picture and tell you that I made this adorable burlap wreath for my sister.  I would tell you I wish I could just hang out and make wreaths instead of job hunting.  Job. Hunting. Is. Lame.  I knew finding a teaching job at this point in the year was sort of a long shot.  I’m ready to take any available teaching assistant job, but you can’t apply for a job that doesn’t exist.  I would be totally honest and tell you that I’m really discouraged right now.

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This encouraged me yesterday.  I would share it with you and hope it encouraged you too.

     When we finished our coffee I would tell you that you are more than welcome to hang out for awhile.  If you have to go I totally understand.  I would remind to come back soon for more coffee and chance to see some new exciting stuff around here.

Golden Girls

     Am I the only one who loves the Golden Girls?  I hope not – they’re hilarious.  For some reason, I never listened to the words of the theme song until about last year.  This one is for you, lovies.  “Thank you for being a friend.”  I’d like for you to meet some of my new friends:

Lianne at A Content Housewife

     Hi there! I'm Lianne and I blog over at a content housewife! I'm a 23 year old wife to a ruggedly handsome man, momma to a precious 8 month old giggly girl, lover of Dr. Pepper, all things Harry Potter, & the color green.
My blog is a small piece of the world wide web where I share bits of our life, my hobby of photography, crafty things, and the occasional recipe or two.
I'd love to meet you! So please come find me here:

blog // twitter // facebook // instagram // bloglovin // hellocotton 

 

Mae at Two Hoots & a Holler 

     Hi Cupcakes and Candy Canes readers! I'm so excited to be here today! I’m Mae and I blog over at Two Hoots & a Holler. Two Hoots is a lifestyle blog where I write about everything from embarrassing stories, to being married to a musician, to (most recently) adopting our baby girl! I love getting to know new bloggers so come on over and introduce yourself!

Blog

 

     These ladies are so sweet!  Both of their blogs are doing some great things right now, and I hope that you will stop by and visit with them…and then maybe catch a Golden Girls rerun.

Is This Real Life?

     It’s the second week of July…is this real life?  I only have three and half weeks of work left before the beach (and then school, but we’re not talking about that).  I’m focusing on more fun things, like two of my sponsors for this month.  I love getting to know my sponsors every month, but July has just brought me a wonderful bunch of ladies, and I am so excited to introduce them to you.

Tricia at Mama Marchand’s Nest

     I'm Tricia, author of Mama Marchand's Nest and owner of Mama's Nest Designs. I love Jesus, the hubs, my sweet little girl, designing jewelry, tweeting, reading, traveling, yoga, chai, and cupcakes. My bloggy nest is a collection of thoughts about life, love, and the lessons I'm learning. Lifestyle blog? Yes, that's what I've got. Won't you stop over and say hi?

Links
Blog // Shop // Twitter // Facebook

Nikki at The Pink Growl

     Hi y'all! I'm Nikki and I blog over at The Pink Growl. My blog explores the everyday adventures of a Southern belle wanna be. I'm a girly girl, soon-to-be cop's wifey, doggy mama, and Vol for life. If it glitters, is gold or growls then I probably love it. I keep it real on my blog talking about everything from weight issues, the urge to get married & reproduce, planning my wedding and any random crazy ideas that comes into my head. Come on over and help me figure things out, one normal girl struggle at a time!

Links
Blog // Twitter // Pinterest

     I hope that you will go visit both of these blogs, and leave them lots of sweet comments.  One of my favorite things about blogging is the wide range of people you meet even in a seemingly small niche.  I feel like this month I have had the widest range of blog types and personalities – I love it!  I’ll be introducing two more sponsors next week, and by then it’ll be time to start finding more sponsors…wow.  If you want to get a jump on August, feel free to shoot me an email about advertising as there are some exciting, new changes coming up!

June Sponsors–Part 2

     I hope you enjoyed my last round of sponsors – I am still loving them!  Today I have two more sweeties to introduce to you.  I have been reading both of these ladies for awhile now, and the more I read the more I want to read (which for me is the mark of a really fabulous blog). 

Allison at Feeding My Temple

     I'm Allison. A 26 year old mom and wife. Follower of Jesus. Sister to 2. Living in Oklahoma. Feeding My Temple follows my life as I try to balance feeding my body, mind and spirit with the Word, fitness, and amazing food.

Links
Blog // Facebook // Pinterest // Twitter

Lori at A Crazy Walk on the Safe Side

hello, lovelies!
i'm lori from a crazy walk on the safe side. i am a southern girl in my mid-twenties, enjoying newlywed life with my best friend, who i lovingly refer to as "the hubs". we recently moved to a new city and hope to buy a house within year... and then we'll get to the baby making.
until now, we just spoil and love on our furbaby. i am a wannabee fashionista and i like to pretend that i am crafty. i blog about all things i love which include {but are not limited to}: cooking, traveling, UGA football and a good book.
please stop by my blog sometime... i would love to get to know you!

Links
Blog // Pinterest

     Don’t you just love them?  I’m almost sad that this month is wrapping up.  I really loved my sponsors, and I hope that some of y’all will hop over and visit them.  Now a shameless plug for my own blog – I still have a few spots left for July (which I still can’t believe is here) sponsors.  If you’re interested shoot me an email or check out my Advertise page!
     One more little note:  If you haven't noticed the new button on the sidebar, I'm now working with Zulily to make sure that everyone in the blogosphere (especially the ladies hanging around here) has the latest news on deals and specials going on over at their site.  Until Saturday, you can find deals of up to 80% off several dealers including Fila, Tom Ford & Roberto Cavalli, Libby Jane & Peppermint Pony, Activewear Apparel, and a ton of others.  If you click the button on my sidebar you'll be able to check out these amazing prices and several others!

June Sponsors–Part 1

     I know I’ve already said this, but June…seriously; I just can’t believe it.  I have about a bazillion things going on right now, and I’m loving every bit of it!  That’s not what this post is about though.  I’m here to introduce two of my sponsors for this month (who I’m loving), so here goes.

Lindsay at Trial by Sapphire

     I'm on a mission to create an eco-friendly lifestyle, share inspiration, and just have fun!  I may not be an incredibly crafty DIY mom or a trending  fashionista, but I'm living my best life which is all I could ever hope for.  I hope you'll drop by and say hi!

Links
Blog // Twitter // Facebook

Bronwyn at Our Beautiful Blessings

     Hello there lovely readers! I'm Bronwyn, and I blog over at Our Beautiful Blessings. Over at my blog, I write about life. The life of a newlywed. The life of a Christian. The life of a college student. The life of an etsy shop owner. I love to write, and I write in order to remember. I want to remember this time as a newlywed, and all that God is doing in my life. It's an incredible journey, and I hope you'll hop on over to my blog and spend a little time with me! 

Links
Blog // Facebook // Twitter // Pinterest // Bloglovin

 

     I am a newer reader of both of these blogs, but they are definitely worth the visit, and these ladies are too sweet!  I am so thankful that I got to work with Lindsay and Bronwyn this month, and I can’t wait to read more from each of them.  Stop by and leave them a little blog love!

So Belated

     …I am so sorry that I haven’t posted about the last round of May sponsors yet.  The end of the month really snuck up on me!  I have two more lovely ladies to introduce to you, and this afternoon I will be changing out the buttons on my sidebar for my new June sponsors (you’ll love them).

Megan at The Remodeled Life

     Hi!  I'm Megan from The Remodeled Life.  I'm a stay at home mom to a rambunctious 16 month old boy and a Youth Pastor's wife.  My husband and I love youth ministry and it's something that I am just as invested in as he is.  My little blog is all about our old house that we are slowly remodeling on a budget, some crafty things that come my way and what it's like to follow God through ministry.  Stop by and say hello!  I'd love to meet you!!

Links

Twitter // Facebook // Blog // Pinterest

 

Meg at Henning Love

     First and most importantly, I am a child of God, created in His image and nothing can ever change that. Secondly, I am a wife to my Sean, and a mother to two adorable dogs, Kip and Kimbia.
This is my little corner of the world where I share my baking skills, DIY crafts and randomness about my life.I try and keep my blog real and honest.
I am a daily runner and coffee drinker. I am a good listener, I shop a little too much and enjoy the feel of wearing new clothes a little too often. 

Links

Blog

 

     Sorry again about the delay, ladies.  I will definitely do better next month!  I hope you enjoyed getting to meet my sponsors this month, and I know you will really love the next round of them…you’ll see them this afternoon!

More May Sponsors

     I’m back with the second round of my sponsors for May.  I hope you enjoyed the first sponsor feature, and that this one gives you a couple more blogs to follow.  

     Kerrie at The Williams’s Post

     

     Hi! My name is Kerrie and I blog over at The Williams's Post: Life on a Mission. I married the hottest guy in the universe in May 2009, which just so happens to be when I started my little blog. It's a place where you will find bits and pieces of our journey: focusing on God, married life, and missions with the occasional hobby mixed in for good measure. I hope you'll stop by and see why we strive to live "life on a mission" to serve God and show His love to people around the world!

Blog // Twitter // Facebook // Pinterest

Melissa at Grin and Barrett

     My name is Melissa and I am the writer of this little ole blog called Grin and Barrett. I have been a blogger since 2007 under the title, "Ambiguous Serenity". Originally, blogging started as a place to document my early college years, relationships, and spiritual growth. After getting married and taking my blog a new avenue, I changed my name and began taking my blog more seriously. I love blogging because of my love for writing and for getting to know people. I had no idea that it would even be something that I enjoyed so much, but I have really gotten into it. It's become a place to write, reflect, share my personality, and learn about all of my little quirks {which is always interesting}. I currently work in financial aid at a Christian university and love my job. I hope to someday teach college courses and rock some students' worlds with my amazing knowledge {only kidding}. I am also married to the love of my life! We have been married almost two years and I love all that marriage brings! You can read more about our chance meeting and run to the alter here. I am interested in non-profit, helping others, and counseling. I also have interests in writing, editing, and various areas of the arts.In my free time I like to read, watch movies, hang out with my hubs, spend time with family, and of course, blog! I love using exclamation marks and always seem to misplace my commas. I have a unique sense of humor, and dream to be a cast member on SNL someday! I love people and people watching. I think relationship with others is the most powerful thing we have. My hubs and my dream is to someday go into full-time ministry; loving and helping people see the love of Christ.Most importantly, I am a Christian and hope to use this blog to help others see Christ's love. I have learned to trust in the Lord now more than ever and I am learning little by little His plan for me. I hope you enjoy reading Grin and Barrett, and if so, I'd love for you to be a follower. Here's how: on the main page just click 'join this site' under the followers section and you're in!

Blog // Twitter // Facebook // Pinterest // Instagram

     Aren’t they fabulous?  Please pop on over to their blogs and leave them some love.  I still have two more sponsors to introduce this month, and I hope you’re enjoying “meeting” these ladies as much as I’m enjoying working with them!

 Allyson

May Sponsors

     I have a treat for all of you today!  I am introducing two of my sponsors for May.  These blogs are seriously adorable, and I hope you stop by to see for yourself how precious they are.  So without further ado...

 

Clara at Happy in Life, Young in Love

 

Hey There!

I am Clara from Happy in Life, Young in Love!
I am fairly new to the blogging world and I love it!
I blog about what ever is on my heart, no structure I just let it flow.
Most of the time it revolves around my faith, husband, dog, and lots of other random events! 

I hope you will come join me as I blog about life and love and everything in between!

Blog // Twitter // Facebook// Instagram

    

Abbey at Life Treasured

 

     Hi, my name is Abbey and I blog over at Life Treasured. I am a 20 something stay at home mom. I am married to my high school sweetheart, Ryan. After four years of marriage we welcomed our first "children" into the world...... we have 8 month old, spontaneous triplet girls. I love all things DIY and enjoy documenting our life as a family of five. I hope you stop by my blog and check out our "little" family. 

Blog

     I am newer readers of both of these blogs, and I love them.  I am so excited about working with them this month, and I definitely hope you stop by and leave both of them some blog love! 

April Sponsors–Part 2

     In honor of the almost last day of April, I’m introducing the second set of sponsors from the past month.  I know I’ve already told you, but I loved working with these ladies this month, and I hope that you’ll stop by and leave them some bloggy love.

Jacqueline at Simple Home Life

      Hello everyone I'm Jacqueline and I write for my blog Simple Home Life. I'm also a mother and a stepmother and a dog lover. I live my life painting furniture, doing custom work, re-purposing,sewing and crafting. I'm also creative and frugal at the same time. On my blog I share my makeovers,crafts and inspiration photos. I also design my own blog and have a Etsy shop called Simple Home Life Studio where I sell handmade goods such as tags, clay knobs and more.

Links
Blog // Twitter // Pinterest // Etsy // Facebook

Alexandria at Peppermint Plum

1. Wife to a wonderful guy [matt].
momma to a beautiful baby girl [daphne].
lover of all things whimsical, vintage,  natural, and sweet.
child of God, sister, daughter, and writer.
craft obsessed, domestic crazed, sugar addict with an affinity
for creating, exploring, and learning.
2. Photographer. specializing in babies, children, families, and couples.
available in the Fresno, California area.
3. Perfectionist. I stand behind my work 100%. 
i am passionate about capturing beautiful images, as well as
making your session an incredibly fun, enjoyable experience

Links
Blog

Sara at The Hinton Hook-Up

     Hi! My name is Sara and I blog over at The Hinton Hook-Up. I'm a newlywed from South Texas working in media sales and marketing. This blog is my little brew of life and lessons learned as a newlywed, young business professional, and woman of faith. I love to write about fitness, cooking, fashion, travel, and of course, my two furbabies, Brooklyn and Bentley! Please stop by my blog and say hello anytime!

Links
Twitter // Facebook // Blog // Pinterest // Bloglovin // Instagram

     

     There you have it!  I am so glad that I had the opportunity to work with these ladies, and I will obviously keep reading their sweet blogs.  That being said, I am so excited for May and my new round of sponsors.  

Allyson

Weekend Snippets

     I am so sorry that I have been MIA (from posting and comments) for the past few days.  If you notice that I’m creeping on your older posts, you’ll have to forgive me…it’s been a busy few days.  Thursday was my birthday – 21, and yesterday Keith and I went to his fraternity social (the last one I’ll attend as a student)!  As my way of apologizing, I’m going to overload you with pictures…and very little text.

Before birthday dinner – Keith’s first sushi experience!

I know it’s blurry, but I had to share this one – Della (who is two) will eat a whole order of edamame…the right way, popping the beans out of the pod like a big girl!

…it was not Della’s birthday…but of course she gets a candle!

I loooooved my dress, and to make the navy blue more springy, I did my nails and toes pink!

Just in case you wondered, I had very little to do with my hair.  A friend of mine curled it with her straightener (which I cannot do), and then I smashed it up on the side of my head and put a ton of bobby pins in it.

     That’s all I have for now…I’ll post my second sponsor feature tomorrow.  Also, if you are looking for a free sponsor spot shoot me an email (see About or Advertise).  I cannot believe that April is almost over! I am finished with my last semester of classes on Tuesday, and then it’s summer – wow.  Get ready for a whirlwind of posting – I already have two little crafties to share!

 Allyson

Versatile Blogger Award

     Happy Weekend!  I’m just dropping in to give a huge thank you to Melissa at Grin and Barrett for nominating me for the Versatile Blogger Award.  I love blog awards – it is the most encouraging thing to know that others are reading (and liking) your blog.  The award is simple…and so fun.

Here is how the Versatile Blogger Award works:

1. Nominate 15 Fellow Bloggers for the Versatile Blogger Award

2. Add an image of the Versatile Blogger Award

3. Thank the blogger who nominated you in a post with a link to their site.

4. Share 7 completely random facts about yourself.

5. Include this set of rules.

6. Inform each nominated blogger of their nomination.

 

Facts about Me:

1. Favorite food?  Tomatoes.

2. I drink a Coke every day…because I get a headache if I don’t (but I try my best to only have one).

3. I am graduating in December (one semester early) with a degree in Early Childhood Education.

4. It is one of my biggest goals to make a quilt.

5. I cannot do hair…mine looks the exact same every single day…and because it’s kind of related, I always wanted red hair (auburn really…not carrot).

6. I do not have a green thumb…but I really wish I did.

7. Over half of one of my front teeth is a filling (I’m getting a crown this summer I think)…because I fainted face first on hardwood floor…it’s the strangest thing that’s ever happened to me.  

 

Here are my nominees:

1. Burton Avenue

2. Ten Feet Off Beale

3. A Berry Sweet Life

4. Living In Yellow

5. Adventures of Newlyweds

6. For Love of a Cupcake

7. Sugar Megnolia

8. Fresh and Fancy

9. The Chronicles of Ruthie Hart

10. Sweet Southern Prep

11. The Grant Life

12. Feeding My Temple

13. Daisy Girl

14.  Southern Hospitality

15. Along the Way with V & J

 

     Thanks again Melissa!  To all of you nominated ladies: there is absolutely no pressure to post facts or pass along the award.  I genuinely love each of your blogs, and I think y’all are all fabulous!  It would be nice though to let your readers know about the award and Cupcakes and Candy Canes.

April Sponsors–Part 1

     I absolutely cannot believe that we are over halfway through April…I know I say that every month, but I don’t think it will ever stop surprising me!  I have had the pleasure of working with some wonderful ladies this month, and I am so pleased to introduce you to some of my sponsors.  I hope you’ve noticed them on the sidebar and hopped over to visit – I love them.

Allison at Whatever the Circumstances

     Hi I am Allison, I blog over at Whatever the Circumstances. I am a wife, teacher, sister, friend and soon to be mamma. I blog about crafts, books, travels and my daily adventures.

Links
Blog // Twitter // Pinterest // Bloglovin // Facebook

Taylor at The Presuttis

     Hey Y'all. I'm Taylor. Newlywed. Jesus Lover. Baker. Wife. Mommy to Zoee. Dental Hygienist. Lover. Southern Girl. Wanna Be Photographer. I blog about DIYs and Crafts, Desserts and Recipes, Home Decor Ideas, Life, Love, Marriage, and anything in between. I can't wait to be friends :)

 

Links
Blog // Twitter // Pinterest // Bloglovin // Facebook

Ashlee at The Purple Pomegranate

     Hello Everyone! I'm Ashlee over at The Purple Pomegranate! I'm a part time Graphic Design student and work at a photography studio with two amazing girls who I adore. Blogging has become one of my favorite things to do in my spare time! Stop by and say hello! I love meeting fellow bloggers :D Besides blogging, I have two Etsy shops, Ashlee Alaine Designs (where you can find customized cards and wall art prints) & Bauble Stones (where you can find unique jewelry)!

Links
Blog // Bloglovin // Facebook

     That’s it for round one!  I’ll be back (next week) with the rest of my sponsors.  Please stop by and leave these sweet ladies some blog love.  

Allyson