The Little Things: Giveaway

by Julie on January 7, 2011

in Giveaways,Smart Life,The Little Things

* This giveaway is now closed. Please scroll down to see the winner! *

Yesterday, I published the 25th Little Things post. TWENTY-FIVE posts, people.

I’m feeling the need to recognize this milestone. And what better way than with a Little Things themed giveaway?

One winner will receive:

Some of my favorite teas, like Celestial Seasoning’s Sugar Cookie Sleigh Ride and their Apple Cinnamon Spice and Mighty Leaf’s Chocolate Mint Truffle.
Local Ithaca treats
A cute notebook
Magnetic clothes pins clips
And a few surprise treats!

To enter:

Leave a comment on this post with some of the “little things” that are making you happy today. You can enter once per day.

I’ll select a winner on Wednesday, January 12!

Today’s Little Things:

The afghan my mom made me. Our first real snow. Tonight’s exciting announcement. Any guesses? I swear I’m not being a tease–I just can’t get any pictures until this afternoon!

And the winner is…

Allie January 12, 2011 at 12:09 pm [edit]

My little things are: waking up on new bedsheets in an adorable pattern, cuddling with my Welshie, discovering an awesome muffin recipe, and wearing a sparkly cardigan to work

I would be so excited about getting some local Ithaca treats (esp if it includes Ithaca Apricot Wheat beer!!). Great giveaway.

Allie, please send me your mailing info at savvyjulie@gmail.com , and I’ll send you your Little Things package!

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1 brandi January 7, 2011 at 1:11 pm

Hooray – how exciting

Little things making me happy today:
Morning cuddles and play time with my puppy.
Tail swishes from our moody cat.
Chocolate peppermint coffee.
Oatmeal with pb.
Leftovers for lunch.
Snow!!!
A Friday night in with the husband and pets, watching movies while the snow falls, with the fireplace lit.

2 Heather January 7, 2011 at 1:12 pm

IT IS FRIDAY (okay. so that’s a big thing.)

I am about to drink some hot coco – perfect for our snowy day!

3 Blog is the New Black January 7, 2011 at 1:15 pm

Little things making me happy today: knowing I am going to meet my new cousin next weekend!
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4 suki @ [Super Duper Fantastic] January 7, 2011 at 1:15 pm

Free texting program using the iPad. Even though I pay a flat rate for texting, my phone is so slow that now I prefer texting from the iPad. And hooray it’s Friday.
suki @ [Super Duper Fantastic] recently posted..If we only didn’t need banks…

5 Holly January 7, 2011 at 1:17 pm

one little thing making me happy today: my Contigo water bottle Janetha gave me. I. LOVE. IT.

6 Jaclyn January 7, 2011 at 1:19 pm

Little things making me happy today : Chai Tea Latte and Alexi Murdoch

7 liane January 7, 2011 at 1:20 pm

Seriously. I can’t wait for the pictures. For real. Can today go any slower?!

8 Beth @ Beth's Journey to Thin January 7, 2011 at 1:22 pm

I got a new haircut yesterday and took 6″ off, and I’ve been getting lots of compliments on it today. Those little kind words are putting a real pep in my step.
Beth @ Beth’s Journey to Thin recently posted..Random Thought Wednesday- Part Two

9 Kelly January 7, 2011 at 1:31 pm

Little things making me happy today:
my new computer
booking my flight to NY
getting tickets to Ben Folds with an old friend
its Friday

10 Skinny Sushi January 7, 2011 at 1:31 pm

My napping daughter
A visit from my little brother
Pink piggy pillow pets
Skinny Sushi recently posted..Das Boot

11 Corey @ the runners cookie January 7, 2011 at 1:35 pm

I still hope it’s a puppy
Little things making me happy today are gingerbread cookies + tea after a long run!

12 Linz @Beyond Destination 26.2 January 7, 2011 at 1:40 pm

My engagement! (I just got engaged on NYE and couldn’t be more happy about all the little things that will come with planning a wedding and marrying my true love!!)

13 Caitlin January 7, 2011 at 1:43 pm

Little things making me happy today: Trader Joes Vanilla Cinnamon tea, hugs from my preschoolers, a fresh snowfall, and curling up with a good book during my lunch break

14 Stina January 7, 2011 at 1:46 pm

It’s kind of a huge thing really, but I found out today I’m finally getting a raise at work! This has me thrilled!

15 Emily January 7, 2011 at 1:49 pm

The little things that make me happy today: making sweet potato fries, having the day off, some time alone

16 Stacey January 7, 2011 at 1:51 pm

Great site! I am going to add you too my list of daily reads! Little things that make me happy today: That the calender said it is friday, snow, finding my car already cleaned and warmed up before work, the amazing hummus i discovered at TJ, and my new kitten coming out of her shell.

17 Cellabella January 7, 2011 at 1:53 pm

Little things that make me happy today:
The little sigh my dog makes before she falls asleep.
Nestling in with a bowl of cereal and banana after a long run.
A weekend ahead to just relax.
Being in the middle of a really engaging book.
Feeling better after two days of being sick from a cold!

18 Lauren @ Healthy Delicious January 7, 2011 at 1:57 pm

my dogs
super high heels
hot cocoa
my new foot comforters (the most ridiculous looking slippers ever, but omg so cozy!)
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19 Geek Turned Athlete January 7, 2011 at 2:06 pm

Wahoo! The little things today making me happy:

*listening to my dog snore and make sucking noises when he sleeps. For some reason, it makes me melt.
* talking to my nephews on the phone today with my sis. They are 2 and 4 and absolutely adorable. I always laugh when I call home.
*my strong body that still has the strength to complete my workouts after neglecting it for a while.
* roasted chickpeas. need I say more?
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20 Amy January 7, 2011 at 2:57 pm

Lot’s of little things to cheer & uplift me today! (In no particular order) I*t’s Friday!! (Whew, thank goodness *Snuggling my beautiful new nephew, Lucas. *Cozy nights “in” with my husband. *Delighting in our cats’ personalities (so different from each other!) *Warm snow boots. *Frosted sugar cookies. *A lunch date with my sister.

Have a fantastic weekend, Julie!
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21 Karen January 7, 2011 at 3:10 pm

Little things making me happy today:
- seeing my girls excitement when they saw the dusting of snow on the ground
- my delicious broccoli and cheese omelet for breakfast
- finishing my inspiration board

Thanks for inspiring me with your Little Things series…the posts always reminded me to take a step back and be thankful for the little things in my life making me happy!
Karen recently posted..Reconnected

22 Caroline January 7, 2011 at 3:13 pm

Not having Friday classes & snow on the ground
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23 Kaley January 7, 2011 at 3:21 pm

Little things making me happy: the ability to eat cottage cheese, even if it only lasts until Sunday.
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24 Denise January 7, 2011 at 3:57 pm

OH Holy Cowbells and Cheese! There are so many little things making me happy today!

I think my main little thing today is Diet Sierra Mist.

I’ve not had any water ALL. DAY. LONG.

That’s ok because for whatever reason, I’ve needed the carbonation.
Denise recently posted..New Year- New Beginnings!

25 Cynthia (It All Changes) January 7, 2011 at 4:06 pm

Hooray!

A latte with milk I can drink.
Fluffy snow out the window.
Grocery shopping with a grocery geek like me.
Fun emails with friends.

26 Mellissa January 7, 2011 at 4:36 pm

Even though I am really sick I still came to work and did my best at a really important meeting and I got major thank you’s for doing that! Makes me feel better.
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27 Nikki January 7, 2011 at 4:44 pm

It snowed so I shoveled for my grandma. She was so happy, which made me happy to help.

28 Jessica @ Healthy Dairyland January 7, 2011 at 5:03 pm

Three little things have made me smile today:
1. The free coffee and tea my office provides (it’s cold today!)
2. Getting an email from my college roommate that now lives in Spain
3. Knowing that I’m going to Madison for the weekend

29 Joanne January 7, 2011 at 5:16 pm

What little things are making me happy today?

The song “Marry You” by Bruno Mars
Being snowed in – gives me an excuse to stay in and watch movies tonight
Going to my favourite brunch place this morning with girlfriends

30 Erin P. January 7, 2011 at 5:37 pm

1. It’s Friday
2. My leopard print water bottle
3. Listening to music at work
4. Getting on blogs at work

31 megan @ blackberries for jam January 7, 2011 at 5:49 pm

The little things I’m enjoying today:
Japanese green tea
Spotting an owl in my yard
New books from the library
Soft yarn ready to knit into a scarf
Snow and a fire in the fireplace this weekend!
megan @ blackberries for jam recently posted..Holiday Traditions- Risalamande

32 Courtney @ Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life January 7, 2011 at 5:50 pm

Lots of things are making me happy today!!
I can breathe again, I was able to run, I now have my stove back, I baked cookie bars, I took the day off of work, and NOW I see that you’re giving away the one tea that I’ve been looking for for months…sugar cookie sleigh ride tea!
Courtney @ Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life recently posted..Four Things…Plus An Exciting Step Forward!

33 Julie (A Case of the Runs) January 7, 2011 at 6:01 pm

One little thing today: 60-degree, rainless weather!
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34 Katie January 7, 2011 at 6:03 pm

Playing with my daughter, cuddling with the puppy and having my husband home on a Friday are all making me happy today.
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35 Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean January 7, 2011 at 6:04 pm

things that are making me happy today: YOU! for all the awesome things you are doing to my blog, the fact that it’s friday and I’m home snuggling with my husband & the cookies I just made
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean recently posted..Lindsays Lunchbox- Part 1

36 Anna January 7, 2011 at 6:09 pm

Playing with the ice on the pond today with my mom at sunset!

37 Robin January 7, 2011 at 6:27 pm

Little things… my cat sleeping right next to my face last night. seeing my sister for the first time since the summer, and taking her out to lunch. drinking tea and reading the newspaper with my mom. listening to indie music over skype with my boyfriend.

What a cool idea, to get us thinking about the small things in life that really add up to our happiness

38 Sarah (Sarah Learns) January 7, 2011 at 6:46 pm

congrats on this awesome blog-stone (blog milestone)!

my favorite “little thing” right now are my super soft and warm slipper boots. soooo nice.

39 marcy January 7, 2011 at 7:24 pm

Getting my morning gym workout done, my husband feeling better tonight, watching a movie with my doggies and husband, spaghetti squash, the 1st week of the year coming to a end, some pretty snow but not enough to make my day difficult..

40 kellyo January 7, 2011 at 7:33 pm

being home for the week and eating dinner cooked by my mom!

41 dliff January 7, 2011 at 8:30 pm

I finally had time for a much needed nap!

42 Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat January 7, 2011 at 8:59 pm

Things that are making me happy today–
–my Thai Black Tea (from Teavana)
–my adorable kittens
–feeling accomplished after completing today’s workout
–having time to read NON-law school books!

Hope you are having a great day!!
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43 Joy January 7, 2011 at 9:18 pm

My dog always my dog (though I consider him a BIG thing)
My new bike trainer I have wanted it for so long but didn’t want to spend the money and finally did and I love it!

44 Lauren at KeepItSweet January 7, 2011 at 9:51 pm

My favorite little thing is downtime with my husband:-)

45 Megan January 7, 2011 at 10:23 pm

Spending an hour watching TV with three of my cousins before they leave for college/semesters abroad.
Helping my favorite cousin pack before she leaves for Spain tomorrow!
Selling 4 books in one day.

46 Kristi January 7, 2011 at 10:30 pm

Today I am thankful for my Keurig coffee maker. It makes me the best cups of coffee and it has so many super flavors!

47 Cheryl January 7, 2011 at 10:36 pm

Coffee
Texts from my Mama
Ben & Jerrys
The Sun
Unexpected compliments
My Body
Being able to laugh at myself

48 Arlene @ Adventures in Weight Loss January 8, 2011 at 12:26 am

— The container of pineapple Chobani I just tried for the first time tonight. (Think I found a new favorite.)
— Cuddling with the Boyfriend.
— Curling up with a good book and a cup of hot chocolate
— Chex Party mix (the homemade kind, not the stuff from the bag)
Arlene @ Adventures in Weight Loss recently posted..Up and down day

49 Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] January 8, 2011 at 1:55 am

Silly as it is… discovering the song More by Usher made my day

50 Megan January 8, 2011 at 10:17 am

A Saturday morning of sleeping in
Reading a great book

51 Jeanne January 8, 2011 at 12:07 pm

Today’s little things so far:
Coffee made without a filter but still yummy
Josie’s little furry body snuggling close
The potential for two new lives in my life today!
Capturing a few moments on film this afternoon.
Jeanne recently posted..Goal Tending

52 Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat January 8, 2011 at 12:48 pm

Today I’m really appreciating bananas! They make every breakfast better
Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat recently posted..My Cross-Training Boredom

53 Annie January 8, 2011 at 4:48 pm

Today I’m appreciating sleeping in, 50+ degree weather, legs that allowed me to run 7 miles this afternoon, and my orange cat, Carlos!!

54 Emily @ Relishments January 8, 2011 at 5:38 pm

What a great post!

Today I got to see someone from Florida play in the snow for the first time, returned home from my first slumber party in years (so fun!) and am looking forward to a quiet night in.
Emily @ Relishments recently posted..When Eating Out Is Worth It

55 Andrea January 8, 2011 at 7:27 pm

Today’s little things are:
Chicken Tortilla Soup cooking in the crockpot
A new movie from Netflix in the mail today
Paying only $4 for jeans thanks to a giftcard

56 Lisa @ Fit in the Midwest January 8, 2011 at 8:42 pm

My little things are: an awesome morning at the gym including one hour of yoga, some cardio and a full circuit of weights; feeling totally energetic today; getting a gazillion errands done in an hour and 15 minutes; making delicious Baked Stuffed Shells from the Clean Food cookbook for dinner.
Lisa @ Fit in the Midwest recently posted..From tired to energetic

57 Megan January 9, 2011 at 9:43 am

Preparing to watch the Packers game with my family.

58 Rachel @ The Avid Appetite January 9, 2011 at 10:20 am

having a day to do nothing but sit on the couch and relax with my husband!
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59 Hayley January 9, 2011 at 8:44 pm

I loved my spin class today. It made me feel so energized and happy

60 Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat January 9, 2011 at 10:17 pm

My favorite little thing today was singing the “Dog Days Are Over” by Florence + the Machine at the top of my lungs in the car
Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat recently posted..Geographically Confused Pizza

61 Dynamics January 9, 2011 at 11:44 pm

My favorite thing today is Cinnamon Muffins, recipe from Jenna at Eat Live Run. (http://eatliverun.com/cinnamon-toast-muffins/) They reminded me how much I love cinnamon and how much I miss baking.

62 brandi January 10, 2011 at 10:32 am

Today:
a sleeping puppy by my side
mugful of hot tea to keep warm while working
fuzzy slippers
How I Met Your Mother
last college football game of the season – happy and sad about that
having dinner with my husband at our dining room table, talking about our days

63 Julie @savvyeats January 10, 2011 at 11:03 am

We just started watching How I Met Your Mother and love it. We’re up to season 5!

64 brandi January 10, 2011 at 11:09 am: we love it!!! we still need to catch up on some of the older seasons, but it’s SO good!! So funny.

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65 Jessica @ Healthy Dairyland January 10, 2011 at 10:44 am

I love getting to eat breakfast with my mom. It’s one of the little perks of moving back home. It’s our ten minutes together to just chat…even if it is about the depressing news.

66 Gracie January 10, 2011 at 10:56 am

Today’s little things:
- a perfect cup of coffee
- the fact that I’m still in my pajamas
- morning talk shows

can’t wait to read your announcement!
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67 Julie @savvyeats January 10, 2011 at 11:03 am: It’s up! http://www.savvyeat.com/meet-max/

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68 Jessica @ Dairy Free Betty January 10, 2011 at 11:08 am

My little thing today is that I got to sleep in because school doesn’t start until 1:00!!!

69 megan @ blackberries for jam January 10, 2011 at 11:53 am

Little things I’m loving today:
Lightly falling snow
Tea at regular intervals throughout the day
A good book I can’t wait to continue reading tonight
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70 Corey @ the runners cookie January 10, 2011 at 12:11 pm

Today a nice, cold run followed by a warm bowl of oatmeal are little things making me happy today!

71 suki January 10, 2011 at 1:33 pm

friends who come over and make you dinner when the bf is gone for the weekend!

72 Amy @ Teach, Write, Cook January 10, 2011 at 1:41 pm

Today, these little things are making me really happy:
*a cat who snuggles up next to me while I’m working
*another cat who is sleeping near my feet
*a perfectly ripe banana – not too green, not too brown
*getting great news about my fiance’s health (<– that's more of a big thing, though!)
Amy @ Teach, Write, Cook recently posted..Weekend Project Part II- Mission Accomplished

73 Clare @ Fitting It All In January 10, 2011 at 1:42 pm

Today’s little things:
Trainers at the gym joking around with me and making me feel like a part of the group
Free fresh coffee at my gym
A new crisp white plate to eat pretty food off of
Random emails from friends in new york!

74 Sarah (Sarah Learns) January 10, 2011 at 2:09 pm

today’s little thing was having breakfast with my fiance before he had to drive back to st. louis. i won’t see him for two weeks, it’s was kind of a big little thing, but it’s certainly the thing that’s made me the happiest today!

75 Elina (Healthy and Sane) January 10, 2011 at 2:16 pm

I love this feature – it’s great to recognize the little things that make us happy!
Today I’m excited about our first monthly girls night gathering. I made pizza dough and sauce and the girls are bringing toppings for pizza. Can’t wait!

76 LauraJayne January 10, 2011 at 2:59 pm

Making it to work *almost* on time (the closest I’ve been in months!) and a good workout at the gym this AM.
LauraJayne recently posted..Home Cooking

77 Tiffany @ Simply Shaka January 10, 2011 at 3:30 pm

Great contest!

Snow made me happy today. It only snows once or twice a year here plus I got today off of work!
Tiffany @ Simply Shaka recently posted..I’ve pissed off the cupcake gods

78 Anna January 10, 2011 at 5:50 pm

Today’s happiness comes from a small bouquet of flowers on my table. I’m so happy I spent $3.99 on this bouquet that will bring me happiness all week long instead of on a silly coffee type drink. I just look at the flowers and it brings a smile to my face.

79 Anna January 11, 2011 at 1:02 pm

Today’s little thing comes from a lack of something – I’m appreciating the lack of rain on my bike ride into work this morning. It’s little, but it makes a big difference in my day. I know I’ll be biking home in the rain, but then I’ll get to change clothes, make a mug of tea, curl up with my animals, and listen to the rain beating down on the roof. So today I’m grateful for rain – the lack of it, and the presence of it later on.

80 Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat January 11, 2011 at 1:22 pm

My favorite thing (so far) today has been my morning snuggle session with my kittens!
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81 Megan January 11, 2011 at 2:35 pm

A day and a half off work!

82 Sünne January 11, 2011 at 5:32 pm

I actually started writing a list of little things brightening up my day as a New Years’ Resolution. I think I need to be more thankful and not let a single day pass as a “bad” one on which nothing good has happended – I firmly believe every day has at least a little bright spark to it.

Okay, today’s little things include
- having a good laugh with friends in university
- finding a healthy and tasty cereal and allowing myself a bowl of it just because
- having great conversations with wonderful people

I bet there have actually been several more but I’m too sleepy to remember them, haha.

83 Emily @ Relishments January 11, 2011 at 5:45 pm

Today’s things: My little sister getting a job, fresh fruit in yogurt, the likelyhood of a snow day tomorrow.
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84 megan @ blackberries for jam January 12, 2011 at 8:18 am

Today:
I made your salted PB hot chocolate and it was AMAZING!
8.5 hours of wonderful sleep
Date night with my husband
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85 Allie January 12, 2011 at 12:09 pm

My little things are: waking up on new bedsheets in an adorable pattern, cuddling with my Welshie, discovering an awesome muffin recipe, and wearing a sparkly cardigan to work

I would be so excited about getting some local Ithaca treats (esp if it includes Ithaca Apricot Wheat beer!!). Great giveaway.
Allie recently posted..Lesson Learned

86 Anna January 12, 2011 at 2:00 pm

Today’s bit of happiness was waking up, wondering why it was cold, and then seeing my cat fully stretched out over the heater vent. It made me laugh to see her so comfy and cozy and look up like “what?” I went ahead and got my warmth by snuggling up with her.

87 Heather January 13, 2011 at 11:43 am