Only Parent Chronicles

Sunday, May 30, 2010

Tupperware Chef Series Oval Roaster Giveaway

Giveaway winner ~ Terresa E

In an effort to raise money for the JD Scholarship Fund, Pixie Momma has generously donated a Tupperware Chef Series Oval Roaster with Rack!

Chef Series™ Oval Roaster with Rack — $225 value!
This 16"L x 11"W x 4"H Roaster accommodates even the biggest turkey, ham or roast. Also includes a nonstick rack (not shown) for easy cleanup. Encapsulated base features a consistently thick layer of aluminum fused between two layers of durable, 18-gauge stainless steel for fast and even heating. Includes a nonstick cooking rack for easy cleanup.

This Chef Series Oval Roaster retails at $225, but you can win it for just $1 per entry.

Please leave one comment for each dollar donation you make for this giveaway. Registration runs June 3 - 8. Drawing will be conducted June 9 via random.org. Winners will be notified via email and shipping information will be collected at that time.

Thank you for your contribution to the JD Scholarship Fund!

Future Ex-Husbands – Fave Cousin’s Pick

So, Fave Cousin has taken to reading my blog. She is one of the very few family members I have even told about my little slice of heaven. I am so glad she takes the time out of her busy day to read! Most weeks, after an FEX post I receive a text asking me when will Mike Rowe grace the pages of Only Parent Chronicles… Well, Fave Cousin, today is the day. You’re welcome and I love you!

Really, who doesn’t love a man that can do just about any job and still clean up well in a suit and tie. Cuz, this one’s for you! I love you and I miss you like crazy. Kiss your kiddos and tell your husband I miss his goofy ass, too! Mwah!

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Full Blog Redesign Package from The Frilly Coconut

Giveaway winner ~ June at 3! A Charm

In an effort to raise money for the JD Scholarship Fund, The Frilly Coconut Design Shoppe has donated a Complete Custom Blog Design. This package includes:

- Two or three column template

- Custom Header & Background

- Custom Categories & Post Title Font

- Custom Post Divider

- Signature

- Button

- Century Gothic Font

-Design Installation

*This price does not include stock photos and digital kits.

Jessica at The Frilly Coconut is smart, creative, and amazing to work with. How do I know? She did my blog design! She is prompt, fun, and answered all of my questions! And I truly love how unique all of her designs are. Want to see more, check out her portfolio!

The Frilly Coconut's Complete Custom Blog Design package is valued at $40, but you can win yours for just a $1 donation per entry!

Thank you for your contribution to the JD Scholarship Fund!

2 Autographed Copies of "The Complete Single Mother" by Leah Klungness

Giveaway Winner ~ Everday Song

In an effort to raise money for the JD Scholarship Fund, author and blogger Dr. Leah Klungness has generously donated two autographed copies of her book The Complete Single Mother. This book is the winner of the prestigious "Parent's Guide Award". It answers questions about sex and dating, custody issues, managing your finances, parenting those ages and stages, helping your child cope with divorce, co-parenting, dealing with an irresponsible ex, handling work pressures, collecting child support, responding to tough questions like “Where’s Daddy?” and much more.

Dr. Leah is the co-founder of singlemommyhood.com and a licensed psychologist.She has been quoted in major national magazines and newspapers including the Ladies Home Journal, Redbook, Working Mother, the New York Times, the Boston Globe, and Newsday. She has also appeared on Good Morning America as well as other national TV and radio talk shows.

Dr. Leah's book retails at $14.95. You can enter to win your autographed copy for a $1 donation per entry!

Thank you for your contribution to the JD Scholarship Fund!

2 Autographed Copies of "Single Mom Seeking" by Rachel Sarah

Giveaway Winner ~ Daffy @ Batcrap Crazy

In an effort to raise money for the JD Scholarship Fund, author and blogger Rachel Sarah has generously donated 2 autographed copies of her book Single Mom Seeking; Playdates, Blind Dates, and Other Dispatches from the Dating World. This tell-all book talks about how to date while remaining a dedicated parent.

Rachel is the co-founder of singlemommyhood.com. She has been published in Family Circle, American Baby, Salon.com, MSN.com, MomLogic.com, Huffington Post, and LifetimeTV. Her book retails at $14.95, but you can enter to win one autographed copy for a $1 donation per entry.

Thank you for your contribution to the JD Scholarship Fund!

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Announcing DUCK FEST!

If you spend any time in the blogosphere, you have heard by now that Daffy at Batcrap Crazy laid her beloved BigSis to rest yesterday. Daffy's sister passed away last week, leaving behind a loving husband and 5 year-old son JD.

As the mother of two children with a deceased parent, I connect with Daffy's brother-in-law and nephew. My heart breaks for this man as he begins his journey as an only parent. I know from experience the sadness that comes from knowing the other person that contributed in bringing your child into the world is gone. There is no longer anyone else that loves your child with the same parental intensity as you.

As an only parent, I often wonder how I will provide for my children's future. In lieu of flowers for BigSis' memorial service, the family has decided to create a scholarship fund for JD. Because we love Daffy, and because it is so important for JD to know his mother's legacy, we have created Duck Fest!

What is Duck Fest?

Duck Fest is a blog party fundraising event to raise money for the JD Scholarship Fund. It runs June 3 - 8 right here in the blogosphere!

How does Duck Fest work?

By using the McLinky at the bottom of this page, you are able to visit a number of giveaways to raise money for the JD Scholarship Fund. If you find a giveaway you'd like to enter, beginning June 3, you can click on the donate button on that giveaway and donate money for entries. Each entry is $1.00. If you donate $10.00 you have 10 entries to spend however you want. Please follow the PayPal directions for your donation (be sure to leave your blog url in notes for verification!). Leave a comment for each $1.00 donation on the giveaways of your choice! On June 9, each hosting blog will select their winners using random.org.

How can I participate?

Do you have a skill or talent you'd like to showcase? Do you rub elbows with PR firms, have advertisers or sponsors that would support the cause? You are more than welcome to host a giveaway at your blog! Do you have product you'd like to donate, but don't have an outlet to run a giveaway? We're happy to host it for you! If you'd like to participate, send an email to me - That One Mom at thatonemom.onlyparentchronicles@gmail.com OR to Tamara at cheapskatemom@live.com.

What if I would just like to donate money and not worry about prizes?

That is perfectly fine! Just click on the donate button in the side bar. All donations go directly to the JD Scholarship Fund!

****Update****
The McLinky link up has been removed due to people adding links that aren't at all related to Duck Fest. If you would like to participate in Duck fest, send an email to me - That One Mom at thatonemom.onlyparentchronicles@gmail.com OR to Tamara at cheapskatemom@live.com.

Wordless Wednesday; Things That Make Me Smile

You may or may not know, but the last week has been a difficult one for me and my closest bloggy friends. Today, my dear friend Daffy lays her sister to rest. It breaks my heart, and while I long to be by her side, she knows that I am with her in spirit and I am only a BBM away.

After all of the sadness of the past 7 days, I’ve decided to share with you things that rarely fail to put a smile on my face.

Happy Wednesday. Make sure to tell the people you love that you love them. Tell your friends you appreciate them. And spread kindness all around you.

Summer parties at the lake