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one little happy thing {Starbucks giveaway}

By jessica 14 Comments

Hi friends ~

I’ve always been one to be excited about little things. I get off-the-wall giddy about snow (but come on, I live in NC; it happens every 19 years), and when someone brings me food, and sliding in clean sheets, and when I perfectly caramelize the onions for the tostadas. The normal stuff, you know.

I am also embarrassingly excited about getting to promote The Ultimate Homemaking e-book Bundle. I started blogging four years ago when I was a young, anxious, scatterbrained new mom. My mom and husband were my only readers.

Well, now I’m so excited to participate in a *real* blogger sale. It just makes me feel giddy!

To share my excitement (in a small way) with my “Smartter” Each Day readers…Enter today to win a $10 gift card! No purchase of bundle necessary! I know, not much, but wouldn’t it be nice to sip on a nice green tea and enjoy a leisurely Saturday morning out (maybe while reading your newly downloaded e-books!)

Of course…you could also drive through and get a frappuccino while your kids are yelling and screaming. Either one works!

To enter:

  • Comment below with one book you’re interested in in the bundle. (See below for list, and see here for my top five favorites.)
  • Like “Smartter” Each Day on facebook, if you haven’t.

* Again – no purchase necessary to enter – open to all.

And enjoy your little things today! My sister gave me a quote in a frame for Christmas: “Enjoy the little things in life, for someday you will look back and realize they were the big things.” So true!

 

The Books

Home & Property {Cleaning, Organizing, Decor}

31 Days to Clean by Sarah Mae @ SarahMae.com ($4.99)
Getting it Together: Your Guide to Setting Up a Home Management System that Works by Kayse @ kayse pratt ($3.99)
Pulling Yourself Together: Implementing a Cleaning Routine that Sticks by Becky @ Clean Mama ($10.00)
Simple Living by Lorilee @ Loving Simple Living ($2.99)
NOT a DIY Diva by Melissa @ The Inspired Room ($3.99)
One Bite at a Time: 52 Projects for Making Life Simpler by Tsh @ Simple Mom ($5.00)
28 Days to Hope for your Home by Dana @ A Slob Comes Clean ($5.00)
Organizing Life as Mom by Jessica @ Life as Mom ($9.00)
Clean Enough: Simple Solutions for the Overwhelmed by Jenni @ Live Called ($4.99)
10 Steps to Organized Paper by Lisa @ Lisa Woodruff.net($5.00)
Handmade Walls by Jamin and Ashley @ the handmade home ($9.95)
Easy Peasy Chores: An Easy-to-Use Chore System That Brings JOY Back Into Family Chores by Alina Joy @ The Good Old Days Farm ($17.99)

Educational Children’s Resources

Princess Training by Richele @ Under the Golden Apple Tree ($3.99)
The Armor of God by Richele @ Under the Golden Apple Tree ($2.50)
My Bedtime Learning Book by Richele @ Under the Golden Apple Tree ($1.00)
Think Outside the Classroom by Kelly @ Generation Cedar ($6.97)
Raising Rock Stars — Kindergarten Bundle by Carissa @ 1plus1plus1equals1 ($10.00)
The ABC’s For Godly Boys Curriculum by Lindsey @ Road to 31 ($8.00)
The ABC’s For Godly Girls Curriculum by Lindsey @ Road to 31 ($8.00)
K4 Curriculum by Erica @ Confessions of a Homeschooler ($15.00)
Write Through the Bible (print) by Trisha @ Intoxicated on Life ($5.00)
Write Through the Bible (cursive) by Trisha @ Intoxicated on Life ($5.00)
Balcony Girls (books 1 & 2) by Sandy @ Reluctant Entertainer ($19.90)
The Dig for Kids: Luke (Volumes 1 and 2) by Patrick, husband of Ruth @ The Better Mom ($5.98)
Music: An Essential Ingredient for Life by Ryan @ Resound School of Music ($6.99)

Budgeting {Finance & Time}

From Debtor to Better by Barry @ From Debtor to Better ($10.00)
Tell Your Time by Amy @ Blogging with Amy ($2.99)
The Homemakers Guide to Creating the Perfect Schedule by Amy @ Raising Arrows ($4.99)
Your Grocery Budget Toolbox by Anne @ Authentic Simplicity ($7.99)
Finding Financial Freedom by Kelly @ Generation Cedar ($5.97)
Become a Frugalista in 30 Days by Susan @ The Confident Mom ($3.99)

In the Kitchen {Recipes and Cooking}

Crock On by Stacy @ Stacy Makes Cents ($5.00)
Real Food, Real Easy by various bloggers @ The Humbled Homemaker ($9.95)
Wholesome Mixes by Kristy @ Little Natural Cottage ($4.00)
20-Minute Meals by Leigh Ann @ Intentional by Grace ($4.99)
Restocking the Pantry by Kresha @ Nourishing Joy ($9.99)
Money Saving Mom’s Guide to Freezer Cooking by Crystal @ Money Saving Mom ($3.99)
Simply Summer by Kate @ Modern Alternative Mama ($7.95)
Do the Funky Kitchen by Laura @ Heavenly Homemakers ($4.95)
Real Food Kids: In the Kitchen plus 1 month access to select Real Food Kids eCourse videos by Wardeh @ GNOWFGLINS and Jami @ Eat Nourishing ($20.00)
Seasonal Menu Plans on a Budget: A Month of Meals from My Humble Kitchen to Yours by Diana @ My Humble Kitchen ($4.99)
Just Making Ice Cream by Marillyn @ Just Making Noise ($12.00)
The Curative Kitchen by Susan @ Handy Pantry ($20.00)

Pregnancy & Baby Care

First Bites by Hilary @ Accidentally Green ($9.99)
Confessions of a Cloth Diaper Convert by Erin @ The Humbled Homemaker ($9.95)
Stress-Free Baby Shower by Sara @ Your Thriving Family ($4.00)
Unbound Birth by Jenny @ The Southern Institute ($4.99)
My Pregnancy Journey by Mindy @ Simply Designs ($9.99)
My Buttered Life Baby Edition by Renee @ Made On Hard Lotion ($5.00)
The Minimalist Mom’s Guide to Baby’s First Year by Rachel @ The Minimalist Mom ($5.00)
Redeeming Childbirth: Growth & Study Guide by Angie @ Redeeming Childbirth ($3.99)

Holidays & Special Events

Festive Traditions by Jill @ Modern Alternative Kitchen ($7.95)
Holiday Mixes: Gifts in a Jar by Kristy @ Little Natural Cottage ($4.00)
Flourishing Spring by Michele @ Frugal Granola ($5.95)
Family Camping Handbook by Katie @ Kitchen Stewardship ($6.95)
Truth in the Tinsel by Amanda @ Oh, Amanda! ($7.99)
Plan a Fabulous Party by Mary @ Giving Up on Perfect ($4.99)
iPhone Photography: The Visual Guide by Alli @ Alli Worthington($9.97)

Spiritual Growth

Pursuit of the Proverbs 31 by Amy @ Amy Bayliss ($3.99)
The Best of Visionary Womanhood by Natalie @ Visionary Womanhood ($5.00)
God’s Word in my Heart: A Scripture Memory Learning Guide with Verses {all 4 versions} by Jenn @ The Purposeful Mom ($3.99)
Kept: a 13-Week Inductive Study on 1 Peter by Lara and Katie @ Quench Bible ($4.99)
Love Like Him: an 8 week Inductive Bible study on 1 Corinthians 13 by Lara and Katie @ Quench Bible ($2.99)

Marriage & Romance

Rekindling Romance by Jason & Jami @ A Biblical Marriage ($4.99)
Good Wife’s Guide by Darlene @ Time-Warp Wife ($2.99)
31 Days to Build a Better Spouse by Ashley @ Ashley Pichea ($4.99)
31 Days to Great Sex by Sheila @ To Love, Honor and Vacuum ($4.99)
Entangled: Recognize Your Emotional Affair by Amy @ Amy J. Bennett ($4.99)

Motherhood

The Heart of Simplicity by various authors @ The Heart of Simplicity ($9.99)
True Christian Motherhood by June @ A Wise Woman Builds Her Home ($7.00)
Hula Hoop Girl by September @ One September Day ($4.99)
When Motherhood Feels Too Hard by Kelly @ Generation Cedar ($4.97)
Mindset for Moms by Jamie @ Steady Days ($4.99)
From Cube to Farm by Heather @ From Cube to Farm ($2.99)
4 Moms of 35+ Kids Answer Your Parenting Questions by various authors @ 4 Moms, 35+ Kids Parenting E-book ($7.99)
That Works for Me! by Kristen @ We are THAT Family ($8.00)

Health & Fitness

100-pound Loser by Jessica @ Muthering Heights ($4.99)
Honoring the Rhythm of Rest by Danielle @ Domestic Serenity ($2.99)
42 Days to Fit by Brandy, Emma and Stacy @ The Marathon Mom ($4.99)
Healthy Homemaking by Stephanie @ Keeper of the Home ($12.95)
Personal ePlanner by Jennifer @ ListPlanIt ($5.00)

Beauty

Frumps to Pumps by Sarah Mae @ SaraMae.com ($4.99)
The Cottage Mama’s DIY Guide by Kristy @ Little Natural Cottage ($4.00)
Simple Scrubs to Make and Give by Stacy @ A Delightful Home ($3.99)
The No Brainer Wardrobe by Hayley @ The No Brainer Wardrobe ($7.99)
Embracing Beauty by Trina @ Trina Holden ($9.00)
Reuse, Refresh, Repurpose by Kristen @ The Frugal Girl ($3.99)

Working from Home & Blogging

Your Blogging Business: Tax, Talk and Tips by Nikki @ Christian Mommy Blogger ($4.99)
The Bootstrap VA by Lisa @ The Home Life {and Me} ($12.99)
How to Grow Your Blog and Manage Your Home by Jacinda @ Growing Home ($4.99)
How to Have Your Cake and Eat It, Too by Mandi @ Life Your Way ($12.00)
Simple Blogging: Less Computer Time, Better Blogging by Rachel @ Small Notebook ($8.00)

Ecourses

Learning in Love: The Preschool Years by Renee @ Tougas Cafe ($7.99)
Homeschooling from the Heart by Renee @ Tougas Cafe ($7.99)
Grocery University by Carrie @ Colorado Bargains ($24.95)
Vibrant Living Strategies for Moms by Lisa @ Well-Grounded Life ($59)
You Can Do This! The First Five Steps to a Real Food Kitchen by Laura @ Heavenly Homemakers ($5.00)

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  1. Victoria says

    April 30, 2013 at 8:30 am

    I am interested in iPhone photography since my photo skills still have a lot of room for improvement.

    Reply
  2. Faith Storms says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:00 am

    Thanks for hosting this giveaway, Jessica! I am, slightly skeptically, looking forward to reading Embracing Beauty by Trina Holden. I am not a fashion-minded woman by any means, but would love to (after having this baby that is heavy in my belly!) update my wardrobe a bit to be a bit more presentable for my husband when he comes home.

    Reply
  3. Faith Storms says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:01 am

    I also like you on FB!

    Reply
  4. Jordan says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:01 am

    ‘Money Saving Mom’s Guide to Freezer Cooking by Crystal @ Money Saving Mom’ interests me because I’ve never really tried freezer cooking (although I am proud of my cutting & regrowing one bunch of green onions 5 times in a glass of water, then freezing the cuttings for cooking!). Freezer cooking sounds great in theory (I need fast & easy), but when I try something, I like to have specific instructions to follow to help eliminate major failure ;). Hope I win!

    Reply
    • jessica says

      April 30, 2013 at 9:05 am

      Jordan – This book is actually available for free on Money Saving Mom’s blog…So I’ve heard anyway! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Sarah says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:06 am

    since i feel like i am always not quite put together, the ‘pulling yourself together’ seems wildly appropriate:-)

    love your blog, jess. and i if i win – my $10 goes right back to you:-) have a vanilla chai latte for me
    !

    Reply
  6. Amanda Yanetsko says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:31 am

    How can I just pick one?! Crock On for sure, the whole educational section, and I’m really excited about the decorating books!

    Reply
  7. Molly says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:42 am

    Plan a Fabulous Party by Mary @ Giving Up on Perfect – sounds fun 🙂

    Reply
  8. Brandi says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:44 am

    31 days to great sex! Hah, I just wanted to get your attention. Since I don’t really enjoy reading, I thought I would make things spicy!

    Reply
  9. tina sneed says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:54 am

    the marathon mom!

    Reply
  10. Megan says

    April 30, 2013 at 1:35 pm

    Um pretty much ALL of the educational resources for kids!

    Reply
  11. Lauren says

    April 30, 2013 at 2:32 pm

    I think I just wasted 5 minutes trying to decide which one was my favorite. Sooo… all. I have heard great things about the No-Brainer Wardrobe! And the kids’ ones… and hey, if Brandi’s gonna spice up her marriage I might as well too. 😉

    Reply
  12. Elizabeth Kidd says

    April 30, 2013 at 11:26 pm

    31 Days to Clean 🙂

    Reply
  13. Ann says

    May 2, 2013 at 1:08 am

    I managed to whittle my list of favorites down to three. That’s the best I can do. 🙂
    Wholesome Mixes (I’ll list this as my first favorite!)
    Honoring the Rhythm of Rest
    The No Brainer Wardrobe

    Reply
Hi! I’m Jessica. Former English teacher turned homeschooling mom of three. ESTJ. iPhone addict (in recovery). Anxiety overcomer. Allergy mom (only slightly neurotic). Loved by God, and wife to Mr. Fix Anything. I run a mean 12-minute mile and can make just about anything dairy free. I’m glad you’re here! Read More >>>
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