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Yeah! Today is my birthday. So this weekend, I am my guest.
And since I am the guest, I will be doing the book giveaways. Someday I will feature my own book, but, for now, I will be giving away some awesome author books to as many commenters as I can.
Those of you who have stopped in to read previous posts probably know I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to travel. So, hubby searched this year's list of conferences and found one in the beautiful mountains of Alaska. And it happened to fall during this week--my birthday.
Of course I said--YES! Let's go. Everything you see in black is written before we left. Everything written in burgundy is fabulous news from Alaska!
I've posted the winning photos so far.
Wow it was a really difficult choice!!
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| Photo by Mary Vee - Alyeska Resort |
We, of course, will suffer in a beautiful mountain resort, will have to endure fresh caught fish for a meal or two, be dragged on board a one-day cruise to see glaciers, and etc. I CAN'T WAIT!! (disclaimer, I am writing this ahead of time and will visit with you when I come back). We saw fjords, and so many interesting animals. Totally recommend this trip.
I am hoping to post pictures while there. They have Internet in Alaska, right?
This is my wish list of want-to-see while there: (remember, everything in black is written before I go.)
1. a moose-not done yet
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| Photo by Mary Vee - Mountains near Portage, AK |
2. mountains-check
3. aurora borealis-won't happen. The long sun hours that I love are preventing it.
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| Photo by Mary Vee - Northwestern Glacier, AK |
4. glaciers-check
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| Photo by Mary Vee |
5. Eat fresh salmon or halibut-check - we had an SLT which is a salmon lettuce tomato sandwich!
6. visit missionaries serving in Alaska- on the list for Saturday
7. see the sun still up after 11:00pm-check! Can you believe it! I saw it at 2am and 4am, too!
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| Photo by Mary Vee-eagle on mud when Pacific ocean tide is out |
AND BY SPECIAL REQUEST
MADE BY CARYL KANE:
AN EAGLE
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| Photo by Mary Vee - Sea Otter swimming in Pacific Ocean |
And now it's time to share my birthday party with you. I have books to give away!
Each of these books are fabulous! The list of authors, in alphabetical order, are:
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| Photo by Mary Vee-Horned Puffins swimming in Pacific Ocean |
Joanne Bischof
Terri Blackstock
Dawn Crandall
Lisa Harris
Katy Lee
Julie Lessman
Anne Mateer
Laura Scott
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| Photo by Mary Vee - Whale swimming in Pacific Ocean |
Rules:
1. Winners need to either be a follower of this blog or sign up to receive email posts. Both can be found in the right column.
2. Commenters will be chosen randomly and, in the order they were chosen, may pick which book he/she would like until the last book is given away. Trust me, though, even if you are the last commenter chosen, you will love the book!
Ready to party?
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| Photo by Mary Vee - Black bear in Girdwood, AK |
Choose a question for your comment:
If you could visit any place in the world, where would you like to go?
If you could have one hour all to yourself, what would you like to do?
What would be top on your bucket list?
What is your favorite season and why?
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| Photo by Mary Vee- taken on the Iditarod trail near Girdwood, AK |
BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL SO I CAN CONTACT YOU!
Winners will be notified sometime after Tuesday.
Winners will be announced on my Facebook Blog Page
Thanks for celebrating with me!!
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There are so many interesting places in this world that I would love to visit, but I think for the pure fun and relaxation of it I would love to visit Hawaii!
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If I could visit anywhere, I would love to go to Europe and Hawaii.
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One of the things on my bucket list would be seeing the Northern Lights - as with you, I wasn't in Alaska at the right time to see them. Others would be to go to the Holy Land, the Polynesian Islands, and Scotland (the home of some of my ancestors).
As with you, I love to travel - although, I am limited in my travel now - due to health issues. However, several weeks ago - I did take a trip through Tn., N.C., S.C., Va., and W.V.; driving nearly 2,000 miles and spending time with some special friends and some of my fave Christian Fiction authors. It was a blessing that God gave me the strength to do, while supplying help with my mobility issues - along the way. I was inspired, encouraged, prayed for, and provided with many treasure memories. I am so thankful!!
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Ireland is definitely on my list. I've seen pictures of the countryside. Totally amazing.
Hubby and I were just talking about what would be our next big trip. Israel was top on the list. I hope you get to go.
Three people have seen a moose here. Agh! I'll keep looking. I have 2 more days.
Hawaii? Yes. You must go. We went to Maui. If you get a chance be sure to visit the aquarium, go up the mountain, buy a Hawaiian dress, .....oh....it is a great trip. One you won't forget.
You didn't say where in Europe. I have visited Paris. I think I would like to see Italy next. Hawaii is also a great choice!
Hawaii seems to be the winner today! You are going to have such a fun time. Save up to do some of the awesome special things like fly over a volcano, scuba dive, etc. It will be money worth spending.
I'll work extra fast on my book.
In the mean time I'm anxious to hear the day you get to visit Alaska. :)
I recall seeing some of your posts about your recent trip and was so excited for you.
I'd have to think about the Polynesian Islands. Aren't they really buggy?
I'd probably sneak along with you to Scotland and the Holy Land though.
We saw the place where we could take sled-dog rides but it was getting really late at night. You'll have to tell me about it.
I was thinking about you. During the cruise on the Pacific a fantastic idea came to me for a children's book. I'm going to have to research how to do it. Yep. Sounds like a great idea.
Mount Rushmore is a great idea. Some people say it is smaller than they thought. Don't listen. It is a great place to visit. The Grand Canyon will take your breath away. Plenty to do for a week. Israel..that is next on the list.
New Zealand. Tell me what intrigues you about it. I haven't seen photos and don't really know anything about it.
We choose Hawaii as our vacation destination this spring until we noticed it was 12-14 hour flight.
Choosing only one question....I'd like to answer them all :-)
I'd love to visit New Zealand. My mom lives there and has since 2001. She says it's so much like the Oregon coast (where I live), a little more 'wild" land if you will. The beaches are gorgeous and the air is so much fresher! And I'd love to go where they filmed "The Hobbit" movies. That would be a treat! To be able to spend time with my mom would be a real treat!
If I had an hour to myself, that's not a long period of time so probably go to take myself to get an ice-cream cone and sit and contemplate life, I guess!
Bucket list: Learn to play the piano or violin (or both), Buy an 5th Wheel/Truck to travel the U.S. with my husband.
Favorite season: Spring. I love when I see new life appearing after a long winter. The buds on the trees, the purple crocuses & daffodils coming up....just all the new life around me! Reminds me of the new life Christ gave me on the cross :-)
I follow your blog via email and do so enjoy each post! Happy birthday again!!
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I always thought it would be fun to go to England and walk on the moors, then tour some of the small villages and drive through the countryside. I read a lot of Victoria Holt and other gothic romantic suspense when I was young and loved James Herriot's show on PBS, so have been influenced by them. It's nice we can dream and "visit" places through books or movies when we can't in real life.
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I would like to see England, too. Maybe Big Ben, and other London sights. Greece would be awesome. And, I'd like to see France's countryside. Wouldn't you?
Maryann said New Zealand, too. It must be a great place. Since both of you are talking about it, I better add it to my list!
What kind of ice cream? I think I would like tin roof.
I'd like to play the piano also. I tried the violin and can't seem to get the squeak out :) The fifth wheel sounds wonderful. Think of the freedom to go anywhere, not have to worry about a hotel. Great idea!
I have to agree with your season choice. I love the chartreuse color of the plants. They turn a darker green in summer. I like the brighter greens of spring.
Oh, yes, the moors! I forgot about them. I would love to see those, too. Great idea.
You have the absolute key, something worthy of a writer's post. Readers really do look forward to dream visiting places through books and movies. Hmmmmm I'll think about that.
As far as the 5th wheel idea, that would be our permanent home. I like the idea of traveling and not having to worry about where we'd lay our heads at night. And we'd have more freedom to move around like you said. There's so much to see in this great country! My husband introduced me to the love of travel and we've seen some great out of the way places and some historical sites too. We have a lot of fun together and I think it would be awesome to explore new places!
If you could visit any place in the world, where would you like to go? I love regency romance books so I would have to say England mainly the country side and small villages. I also have a lot of ancestors from England so to go to there home towns would be wonderful.
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You description-watching the world wake up from winter- is so well said. The birds seem to serenade the opening, inviting the new flowers and baby animals to play.
I love your answer. Sometimes the summer gets so hot and muggy, then the fall cools the temperatures and colors the leaves. The fall scent is lovely.