My love, in front of my love tree (shaped light tutorial here).
Ten years ago this month, I started blogging. I had no idea that what started as a way to pass the time during a slow job would be so life-changing. We’ve had wonderful opportunities thanks to blogging, but the support we receive from so many of you is what’s most important to us. You help make our happy times brighter, and help make the sad times less lonely. We are incredibly thankful.
Last year we gave away a $250 gift card to a random reader, and we’ve decided to do it again!
This giveaway is open to every person on the planet. Sorry, dogs.
Enter by leaving a comment. You can leave one comment per day until the contest ends at 9pm PST on Wednesday, December 19th, 2012. Winner will be chosen by random.org. Prize will be delivered via emailed gift certificate to the retailer of the winner’s choice (the retailer must have gift cards available for purchase online). If winner lives outside of US, prize will equal $250 American.
This post is 100% sponsored by the Spohrs. Well, not Annabel, if she had $250 she’d spend it on princess toys.
Happy holidays, friends!
PS We are aware of the weird glitches with the commenting system and are trying to get them fixed. Thank you for your patience!
The contest is now closed because…WE HAVE A WINNER!
And the winner is….MARY! Mary, I emailed you, email me back ASAP so I can send you your money!
Thank you so much to everyone who entered, and to everyone that reads. If we ever win the lottery, gift cards for everyone!
Happy holidays!
Angie says:
Hope you are feeling better for the holidays!
Missy Davies says:
I’ve loved sharing the journey with you and your family!
Jen says:
Happy Hoildays To you!
Krista says:
What a beautiful picture of Annie! She’ll be so much fun this Christmas!
Krista says:
What a beautiful picture of Annie!
Rachel Langer says:
I can’t believe how long her hair is! She is such a beauty. Happy Holidays – wishing you happy tummy thoughts, and rest and peace over the season!
Amber says:
While my dogs are sad over the non-entries, they’ll get over it. Merry Christmas!!
laurie says:
Hope you’re holidays are filled with lots of happy memories!
Chantelle says:
Lovely photo!
Jessica D says:
It seems like yesterday you were announcing her birth (I still think of her every time I hear the song “Here Comes the Sun”) – now she’s all grown up!
MommyJenna says:
Oh my goodness she has grown!
Untypically Jia says:
I love that picture! It looks like a still from a movie, and she looks just like a star!
wendy says:
This is incredibly kind of you!
Sara says:
your blog is my favorite morning read!!!!
Laura says:
I started blogging 10 years ago too! But I don’t make any money off of it, sad face
Annalisa says:
Eh, I’ve been blogging in one fashion or other for about 12 years, and I don’t make money out of it either. I also don’t have the pressure of having to post daily content, or to have to worry about a broad audience. I kinda prefer it that way.
Laura says:
Thanks Spohrs! That’s so nice of you! And I am digging the new wallpaper!
A says:
I love you all!
Thanks for sharing your life with us.
Becky Campbell says:
What a nice thing for you to do! Thank you for sharing your lives, and beautiful daughters, with us! ?
tiffany says:
How about my cats? Sometimes I swear they’re human!
Sara says:
your blog is my favorite!!!!
Jen S. says:
Beautiful picture! Happy Holidays to you and your beautiful family.
Kayla Romine says:
That is very generous of you! Annabel is a gorgeous little girl! Thank you for sharing your lives, your blog is one of the first things I read every morning.
Lauren says:
Annie looks so big! I hope you all have a lovely holiday!
Sarah says:
Merry Christmas! I love reading your blog!
Shelbey says:
My mom & I have been reading your blog for years! Love watching your lil girl grow up & also hearing about your growing family! Even though I don’t know you all personally, I feel like I do when I read your postings! I hope you guys have a merry Christmas & a great new year!
Shawna says:
Love that pic—and love your blog!
Sherry says:
your lil princess is gorgeous!
Alethea Fitzpatrick says:
Thank you for sharing your lives with us. Happy holidays to you all!
chrisie says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs!!!!
Susan says:
So Spohrish to give to others in this season. Sending wishes for a happy holiday season for all of you and a respite from the HG for Heather.
Amy W. says:
Thanks for the chance to win! We love reading about Annie and Rigby’s adventures. Happy Holidays!
Katrina says:
How sweet of you guys! Merry Christmas!
Kayla Romine says:
That is incredibly generous of you! Hope you are feeling better. Annabel is a gorgeous little girl.
Chris says:
Your daughter is simply beautiful. That is all.
Shannon says:
She is such a doll! Happy Holidays to your family.
Amy W. says:
Thanks for the chance to win! We love reading about Annie and Rigby’s adventures!
Elizabeth says:
Wishing you love and happiness this holiday season!
Krista says:
Merry Christmas! I can’t wait to see what the newest Spohr will be and what you will name him/her!
Mom24@4evermom says:
That picture of Annabel is beautiful! If I win this I’m using it in part to celebrate our anniversary. Thank you for the giveaway.
Debbie B. says:
Love your blog. Read it first thing every morning. Beautiful picture of Annie. Happy Holidays to you and yours!
Casey @ Waffling says:
I could use this to buy princess toys for my niece! or maybe princess toys for her aunt.
and by princess toys for her aunt i mean new boots for me. older princesses have different priorities
Happy anniversary!
Angela says:
Happy Holidays from Canada!
Virginia says:
Ah! Thanks for the chance to win! It’s been a wonderful being given the opportunity to see inside your home and hearts over these years! Happy Happy Holidays!!!
KImberly says:
Merry Christmas! I can’t believe it has been 10 years!
Janna says:
This is a wonderful thing to do! Happy Holidays to you and your beautiful family!
Amy S says:
Love you guys!
steph says:
How nice of you to do this!
Brandy says:
That’s awesome! Of course I will enter and congratulate you on 10 years!!
julie ellis says:
What a beautiful picture. She really is growing up.
Bridget says:
Happy Holidays from our family to yours!
Lori says:
That is so generous of you. I start my morning by reading your blog! I miss it on the weekends. ?
Lauren says:
I’m a regular reader and almost-never commenter, which makes me fell like I know you, which of course I don’t, which in turn makes me feel stalker-ish. Anyway, you are inspirational in so many ways. Thank you for sharing!
Cathy K. says:
Thank you for sharing your amazing girls with all of us. I smile and cry right along with you, and keep you and your family in my prayers every day. Have a wonderful holiday!
Lynn says:
Great Pic
Jayme says:
Such a great photo
Molly says:
Awesome!! Did you happen to catch the Hallmark movie on TV last week with the little girl named Holly? She looks like I imagine Annabelle in a few years!
Louise says:
Wishing your family all the best! Happy, Healthy Holidays!
Barbara says:
Annie is sch a beautiful little girl! She and my granddaughter Emma would get along famously they would bond over their shared love for all things Princess
Jackie says:
Happy Holidays Spohr Family! Heather, I hope you are feeling a bit better. We are all rooting for you during this pregnancy!
Amy says:
Congrats on 10 years! Love you guys!
Jamie says:
What a great photo of Annie.
Melanie says:
What a great thing to do for the holidays! Thank you!
Amanda C says:
What a thoughtful give-away! Your blog is awesome…funny, touching, full of love.
Lindsey Cote says:
She is sooo pretty….and I LOVE her hair!
Erica says:
Thank you for sharing your life with all of us. Happy Holidays!!
Kathy Kohl Buehler says:
Merry Christmas, Spohr Family! I think you should frame the above picture. Annie is a beautiful little child.
Julie Ellis says:
She is so beautiful.
Christina says:
Happy Holidays!
Patty McKelvey says:
I was lucky enough to stumble upon your beautiful family in 2008 and have been an avid blog reader since! It has been amazing to feel like a friend to u on twitter and Facebook! And maybe since today 12/12/12 is my lucky day (my birthday after all!) this will be the lucky one that random.org picks! Haha!)
Love your whole family. For realses!
xoxo
@themcsmilemaker
Julie says:
I look forward to seeing that precious face everyday and have enjoyed sharing the Spohr family’s journey.
Kallie says:
So thoughtful! Hope you have more good/non-vomiting days soon!
Erica says:
I talk about you as if we’re real life friends. I’m so glad you started blogging!
julie says:
Can’t wai to see a picture of her with her Princess Brother!
Rosa says:
I can’t believe how Annie quickly has transformed from a toddler to a little girl. She looks so grown up here!
Katie K. says:
You and your family are so wonderful & so sweet. Have a merry Christmas & a happy 2013
Julie says:
Testing…is this working
Delenn says:
Happy Holidays to you too! I love that picture!
Devon says:
The Christmas lights are beautiful.
Carrie says:
Love that happy, bright, little face up there! May you all be very merry.
Stephanie D says:
Dear Heather, you are such an inspiration to me. I read you here in Quebec, Canada
Emily says:
That’s a fantastic picture of Annie!
Meg @ Soup Is Not A Finger Food says:
How sweet are you? I’ll throw my name into the hat… Thanks! (PS, what a lovely shot of Annie!)
Maggie says:
I’ve been wanting to start a blog for YEARS, and finally just did (occasion? Boyfriend & I just bought our first home…what better way to document the work we’re doing for all our far-away family & friends?!)..but when faced with actually starting to WRITE? Absolute fear. I always loved reading your blog, but I have a lot more respect for the things you put out there now…once you hit publish, it’s just THERE for the whole world to see (and judge)…I don’t know how I’m going to do this, but I’m going to find away…thanks for sharing all you do…and happy holidays to all the Spohrs (including The Acrobat!)
Carrie says:
Merry Christmas!!!
Also, I am sorry if for some reason your see 900 comments from me. I first tried to comment on my phone, but it went nuts.
Jennifer says:
Your blog totally makes my day – I start off each morning by checking you out!
Ana says:
Happy holidays! Lovely picture!
Heather says:
Aw! Happy holidays! And I love that pic!
Ria says:
I’ve loved reading with you for the last few years. I was very sick for a few months and found your website and ending up reading for hours! I love how honest and open you guys are. Wishing you the best of health this season!
Erin says:
Thanks for sharing your lives with us – Happy holidays and a very happy new year to your wonderful family!
Shannon says:
Love reading your blog. Merry Christmas to your family!
Rebecca says:
It’s been a fun ride, go Spohrs!!
Andrea Hanstein says:
Still hard to believe you are the same Heather who I met when a freshman at SC. You rock
LindsayB says:
Yahoo!
Carla says:
Love me some Spohrs!! Thanks for sharing your life! Have a Great Holiday Season!!!
Andra says:
Amazing picture of an amazing little girl!
Amber says:
Annabel’s hair is getting so long! She is absolutely gorgeous!
Carla says:
Love me some Spohrs! Thanks for sharing your life!! Have a great Holiday Season!
Shannon B says:
I do love reading your blog.
Also? My heart aches for anyone dealing with hyperemesis. Hang in there!
Lauren says:
You and Mike are awesome – thanks for letting us into your lives.
Denise F. says:
Annie’s hair looks amazing! Happy Holidays!
Katie says:
You guys are awesome and I have so enjoyed reading your blog these past few years! Happy Holidays!
Adrienne says:
I’m gonna spend it on Princess toys too!
Leigh says:
LOVE the picture of Annie, she is such a beauty. Thank you for this wonderful giveaway. Your blog is my favorite, funny, sweet, thoughtful, and so honest. Thank you for sharing so much of your life with us readers. Merry Christmas!
Editdebs (Debbie A-H) says:
What a beautiful picture–and beautiful girl!
Amanda says:
Love that you have the courage to share your lives with everyone, and love reading all about it.
Happy Holidays!
Anne Marie says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs!
Rebecca says:
Thank you for sharing your beautiful children with us. I hate to admit it, but I sometimes check on you and your family before I check on my own.
Kayla says:
Hmm, let’s see if this works – my other comments keep getting errors and I can see a lot of people’s comments have accidentally posted twice.
Laura Scarborough says:
Thinking of you and hoping that you are feeling better. Happy Holidays to the Spohrs from me and my circus act.
Liz says:
Love Annie’s Picture, love your blog! Thank you for your honesty!
amy says:
Annie is precious! Merry Christmas!
Colleen says:
You guys are the best. I really love everything you both post. Thanks for sharing your lives with us!
Merry Christmas!
Missy says:
I can’t believe how long her hair has gotten! So beautiful!
Amy F. says:
How extremely generous of you. Merry Christmas to you all.
Lea S. says:
Thank you Spohr’s for sharing your journeys! Love you guys!
Nina says:
Annie could not be any cuter! I look forward to reading your blog every morning, it has become part of my ritual
Shelley says:
feel better soon Heather! I love your blog
Elaine says:
My dpgs are incredibly crushed to be left out from entering. But I promised if I win I will share with them. Hope you feel better Heather!
Laura Scarborough says:
hope that you are feeling better. my apologies if I comment twice. your web site is saying I am commenting to fast…???
Oh well Merry Christmas to you all from my circus clowns and me here under the Big Top
Mel J. says:
Annie gets more beautiful everyday. Love your blog.
Carolyn says:
So excited for your new addition!
Brittani says:
That hair of hers is gorgeous!
JennS says:
You’re awesome! And that picture of Annie is adorable!
Angie K says:
THANK YOU for letting us be part of your lives!
Molly says:
I feel bad taking your money! But ok, I’ll leave a comment!
Kayla says:
I love following along on your journey! Happy 10 years to blogging
Jane says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs!
Crystal says:
This is very generous of you!! Happy Holidays!
Crystal says:
Merry Christmas!!
Rita says:
I read daily and love it! Pick me, pick me!!
Nicole says:
Merry Christmas! I enjoy reading your blog every day!
Amanda says:
Merry Christmas!
Amy K says:
Wow, Annie has real princess hair! Happy holidays to all of you.
KateB says:
With love from St. Louis!
christine says:
You bring a smile to my face every day. I feel like we should be the ones thanking you for giving us such a rare and honest glimpse into your lives!
Karen says:
What a great picture!
Sarah says:
How sweet of you guys! Annie’s hair is so pretty.
Kay says:
Annie looks so grown up!! What a nice thing you guys are doing. Happy Holidays!
Katrina Savercool says:
Hope you start to feel better soon! Happy Holidays!
Tabitha says:
Looking forward to reading entries of Annie and future sibling!
Sarah says:
Annie’s hair is so long! Reading your blog is one of the first things I do everyday. Hope I win.
Carol Fisher says:
The Spohr family: kind, funny, open, loving AND generous!
Jeni says:
Yay giveaway! Thanks and happy holidays!
Karen H says:
Happy Holidays!!
Trina R says:
Love the adorable picture and love your blog! Happy Holidays!!
geena says:
Happy Holidays to the Sphor family
Bethany says:
Love the picture! Have a merry Christmas!
Stefanie says:
This is so kind of you guys…and would be very helpful since I’m on maternity leave this Christmas!
Lilian says:
Winning ….
Jennifer Vaughn says:
Merry Christmas to your family. How very generous of you all.
Whitney D. says:
You guys rock!
Valerie says:
Sooooooo generous!! Love your blog and wish ALL FOUR of you a WONDERFUL Christmas!!
Much love from Ohioooooooo!
Valerie
Sheri Rouse says:
I love sharing your journey!
Aubrey says:
I read your stories every morning. My 4 year old daughter asks every week if she can watch her friend Annie’s video. Your photo tutorials have taught me so very much! Youare an amazing genorous family.
Carrie says:
Annie is getting so big!
Amy S says:
Happy Holidays Spohrs!
Annabel gets more and more gorgeous everyday!
Shelley Burkhart says:
How Generous of you and what a beautiful picture! Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Rachel says:
Happy holidays! You guys make such a cute family! Maddie, Annie, new baby and Rigby are lucky to have you guys
Heidi Herbst says:
Mike, Heather, and Annabel,
I stumbled onto your blog about 3 years ago and can’t rip myself away. I’ve followed your ups and downs. I don’t comment as often as I should. I love that sharing your journey has helped bring you some comfort. I love that we have the opportunity to continue to follow your sweet little family.
Merry Christmas,
Heidi
Amanda says:
A very merry christmas to you and yours – the picture is absolutely gorgeous!
andifoo says:
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas from my little family to yours. Thanks for the chance to win.
Cami says:
You are too kind. I wish it’s me!
Debbie says:
Thank you for sharing your lives and your beautiful girls with us! Merry Christmas Spohr family!
Susan Alberda says:
Love being a part of your “family”.
Kristin says:
Annie is the cutest kid ever!
Elizabeth says:
What a great example of the Holiday spirit!
Terra says:
That’s so generous of you guys. I’ve been reading since right before Annie was born and went back and read every single blog about Miss Maddie. I got my coworkers hooked on your blog also. Can’t wait to meet The Acrobat!
PS Annie has the most beautiful hair in that pic above!
Terra
Lindsey Reese says:
Wow! How incredibly generous of you all! I love your family and always start off my day reading your wonderful blog! Thanks so much for the chance!!!
marlene says:
You guys are awesome
Amanda P says:
I hope I win!
Merry Christmas
Terra says:
You guys are too generous. Love reading your blog every day. Can’t wait to meet The Acrobat.
Mary Vaughan says:
Merry Christmas!
Allison M. says:
I came to your blog a few years ago as a preemie Mom myself. Thank You for blogging! You, Mike and precious family have touched many many lives!
Lenora says:
Merry Christmas!! This would be a great Christmas present. You said no dogs, what about cats?
Krystal says:
I have loved reading about your family and watching Annie grow over the last few years I have been reading. My kids also love to see her little videos every Friday. Happy Holidays to your family.
Lisa says:
You all are so generous! I’ve been reading since Maddie was a baby and love your blog so much – your honesty, your way with words, just how real you guys are – I love it. Hope you’re feeling better soon, Heather!
Nicole says:
Happy Holidays!
Cristin says:
Annie is adorable as always. Happy Holidays to your family!
Meg says:
Don’t include me in the contest. This is not an entry. I just want to tell you how beautiful I think your daughter is! This is such a stunning photo and she is such a remarkable child!
Kathi says:
Annabel is my favorite little girl I’ve never met.
Lindsay says:
This is very sweet of you, Spohr family. Fingers crossed for princess toy money. =)
Becky says:
Beautiful picture!
Jessica Q-bell says:
It’s a Festivus Miracle! Hope you are having a holiday season filled with peace. In other news, I’m interviewing with March of Dimes for a wonderful position – thought you might like to know.
Tina says:
Thanks for sharing so much with everyone.
ColleenMN says:
Annie looks like less like a baby and more like a little girl. I can picture how she will look ten years from now….time for a baby, quick!
Mary says:
Gorgeous!
Cait says:
You guys are the best! I don’t have time to comment often but I love both of your perspectives on parenting. Also, Annie looks about twelve in that picture. So lovely!
Rachel B says:
Wow what a gorgeous picture of Annie!
Kristin Buckley says:
Beautiful picture. She makes me smile
Lauren H says:
Love you guys & reading/ sharing in your story!
Janelle says:
Thank you for sharing everything that you do.
Laurie H says:
Happy Holidays to you and your family
Johanna says:
Wow, how generous of you guys!
Happy Holidays!!
Leiah says:
Oh my gravy – she looks too grown up! Precious but too grown. Merry Princess Christmas to Miss Annabelle!
Emily says:
what a great picture! its so cute!!
Jill says:
What a beautiful picture of Annabel!
kristine says:
What a beautiful photo! Thanks for your blog…I love it.
Norma Tibbs says:
Awesome!!!
Abby Kindrick says:
And I’m so happy that you started blogging. Happy Holidays!
Leiah says:
I love reading the Amazing Adventures of Annabelle each morning before work. It sure helps put you in a good mood before heading to the office. Merry Princess Christmas Miss Annabelle!
Tracy M. says:
She’s got so big!! Happy Holidays to you.
Antonia says:
This is so incredibly touching of you guys, thank you.
Karla says:
Thanks for sharing your lovely family with your readers! All the best and happy holidays!
Karla
Amy D. says:
Merry Christmas to your family! Thank you so much, I love reading your blog and seeing your family grow
Laurie says:
I Enjoy reading your blog, as an NICU nurse and Mother I can relate to so much of your post! Thanks Laurie
Shelley says:
Love to see all your great pictures. Happy Holidays
Julie Brown says:
Happy Holidays! What a generous gift!!
stacy Ramirez says:
This is a gorgeous picture of Annie! Thank for allowing us in your lives. I think you guys are amazing!
Eddy says:
I am so excited to be able to sign up for this opportunity! Annie is so beautiful and talented!
missy says:
She is so beautiful, I can’t wait to see the acrobat when it is born!
Kristin says:
I love your blog!!! Can’t wait to keep reading for 10 more years! Merry Christmas
Kari says:
I love reading your blog each day!
Charre Smith says:
I’ve been enjoying your blog for over a year, now. That is a gorgeous picture of Annie!
Kimberly says:
Tis the season!!
Halley says:
That is very kind of y’all! Merry Christmas!
Leslie says:
Routing for you and your family and I love watching Annie grow more beautiful every day! Can’t wait to see the next Spohr
gift4gab says:
I love that little girl – so infectious is her spirit!
Merry Christmas Spohr family
Gina
kayt says:
Thank you for putting yourself out there and sharing your lives with us. I started reading four years ago last month, when I was pregnant with my first. Just know we’re rooting for you here.
Lori T. says:
Happy Holidays!!!!!
staci says:
here we all are … being made better by each other and thinking its just a one-way street. thank you for being the amazing, giving people you are.
Kristen Smith says:
Annie’s hair looks beautiful! Lovely photo Happy Holidays!
Isabel Khan says:
I have been reading your blog since 2009! Thanks for sharing:)
DrLori71 says:
Happy holidays!
Candice says:
Great pic!!
Nicole H says:
What a beautiful picture of Annie! And Happy Blog-aversary!
Jessica says:
Merry Christmas! I hope the new year brings you health, happiness and lots of princess toys!
Stephanie says:
Annie looks gorgeous! Great picture!
Julie says:
Merry Christmas!!
Joy says:
I love your blog – honestly my favorite! Your ongoing story of your family is an inspiration! Wishing you health and happiness!
Jessica says:
Happy blogiversary!
My mom likes to call blogging oversharing, which is probably true. But by doing that, you have touched thousands of people’s lives and helped others to not feel so alone in their daily struggles. Thank you for being so willing to put it all out there.
Happy holidays!
AmyG says:
What a beautiful picture! I’ve only been following you for the last couple of years. I love seeing Annie grow & can’t wait to see the new little Spohr.
Kristen Garlett says:
I’ve enjoyed reading your journey the past couple of years. Thank you.
Now please don’t disqualify me since I’m a Notre Dame fan….lol
Hope's Mama says:
You people have great big hearts. You gotta be in it to win it. Thank you so much.
xo
Kate says:
I hope I win! Merry Christmas to you all!
divrchk says:
You totally rock.
Tina W. says:
Thanks for the giveaway. Merry Christmas!
Andrea Burden says:
I love your blog!thank you for sharing your lives, and Merry Christmas!
Anna says:
Merry Christmas! Your family is wonderful!
Terri says:
Happy Holidays back at ya Spohr Family! Thank you for sharing your lives with us!
Becky Schafer says:
Thank you
Jennifer says:
Best holiday wishes to the Spohrs from one of your loyal readers!
Erin says:
I rarely comment but I would like to take this time to thank you for sharing your life, thoughts and words, I really enjoyed The humor and joy you find in life even during difficult times! Merry Christmas!
Nicole says:
I check in with you daily
Eva says:
Heather I am so glad you started this blog as a way to kill time at a slow job. Reading what you and Mike have to say makes each of my days a little brighter and I can’t tell you how much your blog that started small and got big means to me.
Suzanne says:
SO enjoy reading about your family!!!
Melanie says:
Count me in. How nice of you!
Nadine Griffith says:
Yay for holiday giveaways! I’m going to pay it forward if I do win!
Beverly Fisher says:
Merry Christmas to the Spohrs!
Katie Dambach says:
Merry Christmas! So happy for your family on your upcoming addition!
Jenny Rempt says:
What a kind and generous thing to do at this time of the year. We wish your growing family the very best. I’ve never won a contest in my life but here’s hoping- the money would be put to good use! Have a wonderful holiday season!
Rebekah says:
Happy Holidays Spohrs
Rebekah says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs!
Jodi says:
Happy Holidays!
Catherine says:
Heather, love your writing! Your humor, your honesty. Best wishes for the New Year, it will be a wonderful one for you all.
Kate says:
Heather I hope you feel a little better for the holidays and I wish you all a very happy Christmas!
Becki says:
Thank you for sharing a part of your lives with all of us!
nami says:
wow, you guys are too generous. we get so so much from your blogs… yet you offer cash too??!! love the spohrs!
Rachel says:
cute pic! Love the heart bokeh
Jennifer Dawn says:
What a stunning picture. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Valerie L says:
Yay 10 years! Pick me!
Rylee says:
Reading your journeys has been, well, a journey all it’s own.
Bless.
And the happiest of holidays to you all!
xo
Mary O says:
Thanks for writing your blog. Your family is so great!
Alexandra says:
You guys are a bomb!
Shana says:
Whoohoo, your blog is as old as a 5th grader! Congrats!
jennifer m. says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs.
Michelle says:
Thank you for sharing your lives with us! I cannot wait to meet baby Spohr!!
lauren says:
I’m sure by the time this contest ends I”ll have a better chance of winning the lottery, but here’s hoping
Ericka says:
Annie just gets cuter and cuter! That picture is just beautiful!!
Becky says:
Thanks for sharing your lives with us!
Caitlin says:
That is a fantastic picture of Annabel! Her smile lights up everything! Thanks for the generous giveaway! Merry Christmas!!
kim says:
yay!
deanna says:
So kind! Thank you! Hope Annie’s Christmas is filled with princesses and Calico Critters!
Elizabeth says:
I tell you what I tell my kids: we love you more. Thanks for sharing your joys, sorrows and everything in between. Merry Christmas!
Tracy says:
But I might spend it on princess toys, too!
suzanne says:
You have given us all a piece of your children to love and adore. Thank you Heather! You are most generous. Merry Christmas!
Anne L. says:
Thanks for writing a such a great blog and sharing your life with us. You are an amazing family!
Lia says:
How nice of you! Merry Christmas!!
Sarah says:
I really enjoy reading your blog, have been for a couple of years now. Your daughters are beautiful, have a wonderful holiday season!
Crista says:
Merry Christmas to the Spohrs!!
Dana in sunny SoCal says:
The Spohrs are one of my favorite families!! How very generous of you guys.
Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas! Can’t wait to meet the newest addition to the family.
Amberlee says:
I discovered y’alls blog through stumbleupon several years back, I think. You just have the most witty sense of humor and your family is adorable. I never comment, but hey $250 sounds great and why not let you know how much I enjoy your blogging while trying to win it. Thanks you guys for your endurance, strength, humor, and generosity.
Dannielle says:
So looking forward to meeting the little acrobat! Merry Christmas to te sphor family!
Ali says:
Merry Christmas Spohr family!
beth says:
If I win, I’m spending it on the dogs. We love reading about Rigby and Annie!
Kim says:
Thank you to sharing your lives with us. I have shed tears of sadness and tears of joy for your family. I wish you the best always.
Elizabeth says:
I’ve been reading you for almost 4 years now and I look forward to your posts each day!! Thank you for sharing your life with us! Hope you have a great holiday season and that the morning sickness starts to ease off just a bit
Carri says:
Annie is too cute. Love the photo.
Lauriesl says:
Thank you for this great opportunity! Love reading your blog everyday!
Sandy says:
Here’s hoping the whole Sporhr family (including Rigby) has a very Merry Christmas! Love the picture of Annie!
Jessica S. says:
Merry Christmas to you and yours! I love reading about your beautiful girls (and can’t wait to see the new one next year!)
Payal says:
Thanks for sharing your lives with us. I’ve been reading your blog back when I was put on bed rest for my first pregnancy and have followed your story since.
jan says:
Adorable photo. I’ve been wanting to attempt a photo like that, thanks!
Stacey says:
Happiest of holidays to you and yours! Thank you for sharing your family with the world
Amy G says:
Hope you don’t get tired of hearing that you have the most adorable daughter! (My son just turned 4, so in about 20 years we can set them up on a date!)
Amanda says:
I love your story…all of it. The good…the bad…the ugly.
Katie Kaiser says:
Awe! Happy Holidays!
Tiffany M from MS says:
That is a Absolutely beautiful picture of Annie!!!
Kari says:
Happy holidays!
Kim Jones says:
Merry Christmas and Congratulations to you, Mike and Annie
Jenn says:
Hey Heather…..What a generous thing for you and Mike to do & Whoa!!! Look how many ppl responded already!!! WOW! OOHH and just an FYI – When I did go to leave my name – I noticed instead of my name automatically in the “Name” & “E-Mail” it was actually the person who went before me….in my case “Lauries”. I of course just deleted her info & replaced it with mine but did want to give you a heads up that that happened.
Take Care Guys and Thanks for being so GREAT!!! xoxo
Franziska says:
Love your website and have been reading for a long time. Mostly lurking though.
Joanna A. says:
I’ve enjoyed reading for the last few years. Thank you for sharing your life with us all.
Kim says:
Love ya. XOXO
Sarah says:
What a sweet thing to do. Love the picture of Annie today, it captures that Christmas spirit perfectly.
Brittany says:
Annie is adorable! Such a great giveaway! Wishing you all the joys of the holidays!
Jen says:
I’m now planning on entering every day!
Thanks for being so awesome (and inspiring me to start my own blog!)!
AuntieMip says:
Dear Spohr Family,
Wishing you blessings of every kind imaginable. I continue to laugh and cry with you in joy and sorrow. I amso excited for this baby and for your precious Annabel to know the wonder of being a sister. I hope that heals your heart in some tiny way. I know that nothing can take away the ache of losing your beloved Madeline Alice. I do so hooe with all I have that you know joy in abundance and that that gut wrenching moment when catch yourself happy and thenremeber all you have lost, i hope beyond hope that feeling lesses. Maddie was a beautiful girl. Annie is a firecracker of a little lady and baby Spohr number three will be just as soecial. God bless you abundantly in the new year!
It is a lovely thing you do for your readers. While I am in no way wealthy, I do not have any needs. So if by chance my name is selected please donate that money to Friends of Maddie to ease the burden for another family!
Merry Christmas Spohrs. Annie will be so much fun. Savor each and every moment!
gugs says:
Happy holidays from a longtime reader!
P.S. Something weird just happen. When I went to add a comment someone elses details were autofilled into the name and email fields. I put in my own details and it said to slow dow because I was posting too quickly. I reloaded the page, and found another person’s details in the name and email (the last person before this comment – Brittany). I cant imagine what causes it but I thought I would let you know.
Jen says:
What a wonderful opportunity, it’s very generous of you guys. Hope you have a really wonderful holiday.
Leslie K says:
Merry Christmas!
That is another absolutely beautiful picture of Annabel!
Leah K. says:
Spohr family-
Thank you for sharing your lives. You are beautiful beings!
Happy holidays!
Mish says:
You guys are so awesome. Thank you for sharing your lives with all of us.
Courtney B says:
Merry Christmas :). Annie is precious!
Josee Sisson says:
Thank you for being so very honest in your blog. Tyre way you share your experiences with the world has such a raw, unfiltered and REAL sound to it. I’ve never met you but yet I feel like I know you. And I can gently say that i think if or two girls ever met, they would be fast friends… (although I was due to deliver my daughter before Annabelle was due, my daughter somehow managed to enter the world a month after Annabelle.
Kristin says:
Fully human commenter here.
Glad the acrobat is happily acrobatting away in there!
Anita says:
You are all such a special family because of your love for each other. I always think of Maddie as I read your Blog!
God bless you this coming year
Andrea says:
happy holidays from our family to yours! Love your blog!
Tamara Tobler says:
Your daughters are precious!!
Erin says:
Merry Christmas!!!
Tamara says:
Love your blog. You and Mike are amazing writers and parents, and I am so grateful for your openness in sharing your thoughts and feelings – you have helped many people.
Mallory says:
The same thing happened to me as gugs above me said.
Heather J says:
That’s nice of you guys! Merry Christmas!
Paula says:
So fun watching your family grow. Beautiful.
Paula says:
Love watching your family grow!
Debbie F says:
“It’s funny how, in this journey of life, even though we may begin at different times and places, our paths cross with others so that we may share our love, compassion, observations, and hope. This is a design of God that I appreciate and cherish.”
Thanks for allowing all of our paths to cross! Peace and love to your beautiful family!
Tamela says:
Merry Christmas!
Tori says:
Wishing you happy holidays all the way from New Zealand.
Melissa P says:
I can’t believe it’s been a year…I entered the contest last year
Milly says:
Happy Holidays, sweet Spohr family!!
Milly says:
Uh… something strange just happened… I went to leave a comment and the post ate it, and when the page refreshed, the comment space was filled with someone else’s name and email address… Weird FYI for ya!
Felicia Collins says:
Happy Holidays & thank you for sharing your life with us. You and Mike are inspiring!
Stephanie M says:
Merry Christmas!
Debbie says:
What a beautiful picture!
Mandy G says:
Annabel is a beautiful girl!
Christy says:
Ten years already?! Way to go Heather!
I love that picture of Annabel.
If I win I’m donating it right back the Friends of Maddie!
Lisa C. says:
Beautiful picture of Annie. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
Hilary says:
Happy Holidays!! Hoping your family has a very happy and safe one!
Laura says:
I’ve loved getting to read about your family. Merry Christmas!
mary c says:
I hope you show pictures of your belly as you grow!
Sage says:
She is gorgeous!
Adara Durgin says:
Thanks for this lovely opportunity! I have been reading for about 4 years now and love the honesty you share. Merry Christmas!
Liz says:
Thank you for letting us into your life and sharing with the world! That picture is beautiful!
Lori says:
You guys are the best!
Kathy says:
Merry Christmas! God bless y’all!
Krista says:
Merry Christmas, Spohrs!!
Amy stone says:
My favorite blogging family…been following since I came upon your blog by chance when Madeline was 3 mos old…back when you had 10-15 post replies per day not hundreds if not thousands!! Still reading and loving you all even more!!
Rebecca from MX says:
Maddie will always have a special place in my heart!, Merry Xmas!
Tara says:
All the best for another 10 years!!
KP says:
Happy 10 year blogiversary!
Angelina says:
I’ve read your blog for a couple of years. Hoping you feel better soon and you experience all the discomfort of 35+ weeks! I had my second days after Annie was born and a teeny bit jealous of your pregnancy.
Veronika says:
Happy Anniversary! Hope you have at least another great 10 years of blogging ahead!
Tamara says:
That is such a beautiful photo
Katherine says:
That has to be one of the most beautiful pictures I’ve seen! It just makes me want to meet Annie – you can tell she’s an absolute delight. Here’s to taking an equally beautiful picture of her baby brother/sister next year!
Kelsea says:
Happy holidays to you! I adore the picture of your lovely little lady – she just shines from the inside out.
Nicole E. says:
HAPPY HOLIDAYS, SPOHRS!!
Linda says:
When I hit enter it said I was ‘posting too slowly”, huh?? Anyway, Merry Christmas to your family. Love your blog. So excited to hear all about the new Spohr baby.
Lacey Sanders says:
Enjoy your time with one girl-you guys are going to get really busy with 2!! Merry Christmas!!
kelly e says:
oooh, so amazing! you’re fantastic!
Jenifer W. says:
Yay for giving!! Boo for puking!! Hope you’re feeling better soon!
Laura says:
What a beautiful picture, Merry Christmas!
Kate says:
This is so lovely!
Leah says:
Happy Holidays to your family! I’ve enjoyed the past several years of your blog!
Connie says:
Thank you for sharing your life with us. Hope you and your sweet family have a wonderful Christmas
Cassidy says:
Annie is so precious!!
Jordan says:
What a great picture of Annie! Merry Christmas to you all!
Wendy says:
Beautiful picture!
Amanda says:
Beautiful photo! Your blog gets my morning started
Alin says:
oh!, that childhood emotion that we all lost somehow in the way…
btw, how come you managed tu create that shaped bokeh and still get a clear image of your beautiful princess?
Katie says:
Love that picture of Annie. She is so pretty!
Merry Christmas to y’all!
Tammy C says:
Merry Christmas Spohr family!
Jennifer Davis says:
Happy 10 years! I would LOVE to win!
Laura says:
Congrats on 10 years! I’ve enjoyed reading your blog for the past few years and wish you and yours all the best in 2013.
Cara says:
That is such a generous offer and Annie is a cutie
Megan says:
Wow, Spohrs! That’s a pretty generous gesture. Thank you — and Happy 10th anniversary!
Wendy says:
Merry Christmas!
Sara Cunningham says:
Love the picture, it’s beautiful!
Kylee says:
Nawww, super generous. And super cute photo of Annie. Merry Christmas from Australia xxoxx
Bon says:
Gorgeous! Happy Holidays!
Amanda S. says:
Merry Christmas!
J says:
We heart you right back.
J in Eire says:
You have such a generous heart, you put so much kind heartedness (if that’s a word !!) out into the world, you deserve SO much back. Stunning photo of Annie, she is really growing into a beautiful little lady. Happy Christmas from Ireland.
Caroline says:
I love you and your blog! Read every day and watch the video every Friday with my Violet who is Annie’s age!
Yana says:
Yeah, my daughter would totally spend $250… million on princess toys ;)))
Happy Holidays, all I’m addicted to Annie’s sweet face
Mary says:
Thank YOU for blogging! I’ve enjoyed reading your blog for years, so thank you for sharing!
Christain says:
Happy Holidays. I love that you started blogging. I read you everyday. I love Annie too!!!!!! Thank you for sharing your life.
Lisa B. says:
You guys are so wonderful. Merry Christmas!
Panni says:
Annie is just beautiful.
Alison says:
Wow Annie looks do grown up on that picture!
I hope you all have a lovely Christmas and that you feel better soon xxx
Amy says:
Wow! You guys are so generous. Merry Christmas and hope everyone has a wonderfully healthy holiday (and year)!
Kylie says:
You guys rock!!! Annie is the cutest little princess ever
Paula says:
I fully expect Annie to be famous one day! And well all watch her in a movie or at a concert and say smugly “Ahh but we knew her way back then”….
Mary says:
Hi Heather! Your blog is the first one I read every morning– depending on the post it’s a funny, thoughtful, or sweet (but always worthwhile) way to start the day and I appreciate your willingness to share your story.
Gabbie says:
Oh wow. Thank you!
Lisa says:
Happy holidays!
Maria says:
Gorgeous picture of Annie!
Kat says:
What a nice idea Merry Chirstmas
laurane says:
Oh great – that’s a very generous gesture you guys !
Lucy says:
Happy holidays to you too!
Tara R says:
Happy Holidays
Kaitlin Ironside says:
Love the heart lights! I’ll be trying the tutorial!
Adrienne says:
Merry Christmas !
Jana from Germany says:
I love your blog! And I am so happy for you. Merry Christmas!
Jana from Germany
Elaine says:
Happy Holidays Spohr Family!
MG says:
Love your blog!
Jayme says:
Me again.
Chloe says:
Happy Christmas from Australia!
jen says:
merry christmas from my family to yours!
Angel says:
This would help out a lot for my daughter’s birthday next month! I hope you guys have a very Merry Christmas!
Becca Masters says:
What a lovely thing to do!
Happy Holidays Spohr family xx
Elizabeth Armstrong says:
Hope you get to feeling better! Can’t wait to find out if you are having a boy or another sweet girl!
qr says:
love your blog! happy holidays!
Caroline says:
Thinking of you all!
Heather MacLeod says:
That picture of Annie is absolutely GORGEOUS!!!
Katherine Smith says:
Thank you for sharing your lives and your beautiful daughters with us.
Jen Fisher says:
Merry Christmas to me!
TamaraL says:
Happy Holidays, Spohr Family!!
Amy M says:
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from our family to yours!
Tam. says:
What a cool thing to do! Merry Christmas, Spohr Family! Sending wishes for a Princess Extravaganza for Annie and a sneaky jar of peanut butter for Rigsby. (love that post!
Sheila says:
Hope you are feeling better soon!
Justine says:
What a nice gift!
Helen says:
I’ve enjoyed your blog for may years. Wishing you a wonderful year with all your joys.
E. says:
Awesome!
Heather says:
I swear she gets cuter and more grown up by the minute!
Ashley says:
Happy Holidays!
Jackie C. says:
Annabel is so pretty! I can’t wait to see the Christmas pic next year, with your new little addition
JMH says:
You are such incredible people! I have been reading your blog for a few years now. Thanks for making my (boring) lunch hour more enjoyable! Merry Christmas!
Jennifer says:
I really hope you begin to feel better soon. I wake up every morning to your blog and coffee!
Brandy says:
Entering again!
Jade Rodger says:
I have enjoyed every minute that I have spent reading this blog! Merry Christmas!!
Erin says:
Happy Holidays!
Chantelle says:
Happy Holidays!
Lisa says:
I don’t know if my prior comments got through as my internet connection has been spotty… but I was saying how I love reading about your adorable girls…and that your blog has been uplifting in an otherwise crappy year.
Jessica says:
It’s odd to think I’ve followed your blog for so long now. I think since 08…
Lauren says:
Thank you for sharing your family and thoughts with us.
Colleen says:
Love this picture!
Kate says:
I can’t wait to find out what you are having! Congrats!
Natasha M says:
Happy holidays!
Emily says:
Happy Holidays!
Sara says:
Thank you for sharing your life with us!
Sara J. says:
I love reading your blog and keeping up with your lives.
Judy says:
Love reading about the Spohrs
Amy W says:
Happy anniversary!!!
Sarah says:
Merry Christmas to you!!
Lara S. says:
Happy Holidays to your family!
Kelly Figueroa says:
Think about you every day. Hoping this pregnancy goes well for your family!!
Elizabeth says:
Wow. Thank you!
meghan says:
So very generous… Happy holidays!
Miranda says:
Cool idea! Thanks!
Jenny C says:
The bokeh lights are adorable! Will have to try it! Annie is just beautiful!
Patrice Mosby says:
Love your blog! Thanks for sharing your life with us. You inspire many!
Amanda Lorenc says:
Thanks for being so generous even when you feel yucky. Hope things get at least a little better for you. Merry Christmas to the entire Spohr family!
Lora says:
Happy Holidays!! I can’t wait to read all about your newest little one! I just want you to know every time I hear “All The Single Ladies” I see Maddie dancing in my mind. God Bless you all.
Jacquie Holley says:
Again I will say “she is the cutest of the cutest”. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a Great New Year.
Erin says:
You guys are awesome. Hope today is a better day than yesterday.
Erin says:
You guys are awesome. Hope you’re feeling better today.
Tracy Stein says:
Thank You. Love your writing, enjoy your humor, appreciate your perspective….and Annie is delish!
kristina says:
What are the odds of winning?
Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Sue says:
Merry Christmas
Kim Harbourt says:
I have been a faithful reader for 4 years but I rarely comment! You guys are a hoot! And Annie is so stinking cute! Hope you have a wonderful Christmas and you start feeling better!
Dana says:
What a beautiful picture of Annie! Love your blog! Happy holidays!
Gail says:
You guys are the most generous people I know. The kindness and compassion you have for each other shows and I am glad you have agreed to share your life with everyone. It reminds me everyday of the struggles of others, yet that there is still hope and love in this world. And from one HG’er to another, hang in there! Happy Holiday’s
Cheryl Thompson says:
Love to your beautiful family. And, wishes that you feel better sooner rather than later.
Sue says:
I hope the you Heather, Mike, Annie (and you’re always in my thoughts, and in my heart Maddie) Rigby and your entire family have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Your blog has brought me more pleaure than I could ever tell you,,,lots of laughs out loud, and many silent tears. Hoping that the new year brings you a very happy and healthy, beautiful little Spohr! Can’t wait to “meet” the little one!!!!!!!
Carol Fisher says:
One of the favorite parts of my day….waking up to stories about Annie, her parents, and her adorable dog. I hope you are feeling well, today, Heather!
Missy says:
Swoon. Annie’s smile is the bees knees. The happy smile, the surprised smile, the forced smile……they all look adorable on your sweet girl. Happy holidays to all of you! Rigby too!
Beth says:
I hope you are feeling better soon. Love reading your writing.
Cara says:
I read your blog daily! Merry Christmas!
Shannon B says:
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas! And all the best in 2013!
Connie says:
Merry Christmas! Annie is just beautiful. Both of your girls are beautiful. The Acrobat has alot to live up to!
Dena says:
I love this picture!
carrielu says:
Your blog is part of my morning routine, and has been for the last 4 years. I have loved reading your words. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and I wish for you a no-vomit 2013…
Sarah Kate says:
Thanks for being you!!
Sara Heldt says:
Happy Holidays! Love the Annie Photo
Erica says:
Annie is gorgeous!!
amy says:
I love the Spohrs!!!
Jenn T says:
Your strength as a family is an inspiration! First thing I do every morning is check on the sphors!
Nicci says:
Happy holidays to the Spohr family!
Gillian says:
Beautiful picture!
Mandy says:
Merry Christmas and thank you for sharing your life with us!
Jennifer says:
Happy Holidays! Annie is so precious!
Beth Venegas says:
What a great big sister Annabel is going to be!
Heather L. says:
What a beautiful thing to do! Your site is what I read every morning with my coffee. Have a very merry Christmas!
Katya Valasek says:
Happy Holidays Spohrs!! Your posts bring me so much joy. Wishing you all the best in the new year and lots of love from the baby when it arrives.
Kris says:
Adorable girl, and I saved your tutorial last year in order to try it this year.
Sinead says:
Happy holidays to all the Spohrs.
Kristen McD says:
What a sweet gesture!
andy says:
Happy Bloggy Anniversary! Ten years is quite the accomplishment.
Christine says:
Happy Holidays!
Susi says:
From an Ohio mom … I so enjoy reading your blog! Happy Holidays!
Samara says:
I hope you are given a bit of a reprieve from feeling ill at least for one of the days of the holidays… hang in there and happy holidays as well as happy blogiversary!
Jennifer B says:
Merry Christmas to your family!
Janell says:
Beautiful picture!
Andrea K says:
Annie’s hair is so long and pretty!
Jen says:
Merry Christmas
Jessica Makuh says:
I love the photo of Annie with the “love” tree. I have to try that! Thank you!
Carrie says:
Love the look of those heart-shaped lights!
Adria says:
Love your beautiful family! I talk about you as if we’re friends in real life. So glad you made that decision to start blogging!
Emily says:
How generous! I hope you feel better soon. I was diagnosed with HG with my first and I know how hard it is. Keep up the great work!
Bethy C says:
Merry Christmas and blessings in the new year
Cari says:
What a beautiful picture! Merry Christmas!
Mom24@4evermom says:
What a wonderful giveaway. Thank you.
Nicole Heffernan says:
Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Lauren says:
Wow, this is so generous of you all! Honestly, though, this place is the very first blog I visit when I get on the internet in the morning.
Christine D. says:
Merry Christmas to all of you, what a wonderful gift!
LeighAnn says:
LOVE your bog! Read it daily! Good luck with the baby!
Kristi Hinckley says:
Entering!
Kathleen says:
Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas!
Shana says:
Annie’s top (dress?) in this picture is adorable.
Linsey says:
Holler! Money!
Ali Weathers says:
Ho Ho Ho
sheenbean says:
Merry Christmas. been reading a long time our kids are close in age.
Marsha says:
Merry Christmas to you and your family!!
Thank you so much for sharing the journey of your family with us all. It has been a daily part of my life for a long time.
I hope the Hyperemesis slows down for you Heather…..I can sympathize since I had it with my last pregnancy and that “cured” me of having anymore kids!
Elizabeth says:
Merry Christmas!
Elizabeth says:
Merry Christmas!~
Stephanie says:
Merry Christmas!! Thank you for sharing your life with us!
kristen piccola says:
I don’t always see a resemblance to Maddie, but Annie sure looks like her big sister here! I love the hearts in the photo. I really need to spend more time with my camera. Thanks for sharing your lives with us. I really hope you are feeling better soon and for the rest of your pregnancy!!
Jude says:
Merry Merry Christmas to the very cute Spohr family!
Deb V says:
Love your girls, I have three boys, can we talk about Annie?
Happy Holidays to you all!
Jamie says:
Merry Christmas!
tracy says:
How generous of you! I love starting every morning with my coffee and your blog!
Sarah says:
Just read today’s post about your sweet time with Annie. Hope today is a better day.
Kathleen says:
What a lovely gesture. I love reading your site and look forward to hearing more in 2013!
Jules says:
absolutely gorgeous picture of Annie! And what a lovely Christmas gift for a reader!
Jodi says:
Merry Christmas! That is a really beautiful picture of Annie!! I love her hair.
Jess says:
I love your blog Merry Christmas to you guys!
Shawna says:
Happy Holidays!
Tara says:
Merry Christmas to the lovely Spohrs!
Rachel Moore says:
Wow! Nice gift.
erin says:
beautiful photo! merry christmas
sharon says:
Love reading your blog!
shan says:
Stunning picture of your princess!
Heather M says:
Such a wonderful picture!
Felicia Collins says:
Thanks for the opportunity!!
Holly says:
Thanks for the link to the princess clipart for ornaments! Love your family and your blog!! Merry Christmas!
Shannon says:
Merry Christmas!!! So thoughtful of you!
Candice says:
Hope you’re feeling better soon. Pregnancy is long with HG…I know first hand.
Denise says:
A beautiful picture! A beautiful family! Thank you for sharing your lives with us!
Jennie says:
Hope you are feeling well enough to have a wonderful Christmas!
Becca says:
Happy Holidays Spohrs! Thanks for letting me into your life
Emily says:
I’d love this for a Target shopping spree.
kim says:
Hope you are feeling better as the holidays approach. All the best!
Shanna says:
Congrats on 10 years!
Andrea says:
Happy Holidays to the Spohrs!
Sandi says:
I have really enjoyed seeing Maddie and now Annie on your blog. Can’t wait to see the new baby!
Jessica says:
Merry Christmas to your family. I enjoy your honesty and the way you allow all of us into your life everyday. May 2013 bring you happiness and joy!
Kelsey says:
I am so sad this contest isn’t open to dogs
jessica says:
Merry christmas!
Kim Q says:
Thanks for the opportunity- Merry Christmas!
Mar says:
Merry Christmas! Your strength amazes me. I hope 2013 brings you much happiness!
Ashley says:
I look forward to reading your blog every day as part of my morning routine. Happy Holidays!
Kristy says:
Beautiful picture!!
Erin Christine says:
This is amazing. Merry Christmas, Spohrs!
Shelly says:
Annie looks adorable! Merry Christmas to the Spohrs.
–Shelly
Chris P says:
Happy Happy Holidays to you! I so enjoy reading you and Mikes posts. Warm Hugs and Wishes
Kelly says:
This is so generous of you! Reading your blog every day is a part of my morning routine.
Merry Christmas!
Kelly
Leslie says:
I read your blog every morning. Happy Holidays!
Jennifer says:
I’ve been reading your site for several years now, was introduced to it by Matt Logelin’s site. Love reading about Annie and her adventures. So excited for you about your new little one. Hope you get to feeling better.
Johanna says:
I love reading you blog! I check it every weekday and love that you post regularly.
Hope your holidays are lovely!
Chasity Frisco says:
I read daily but almost never comment..Congrats on the new baby!! Hope you get to feeling alot better soon!! Merry Christmas!!
Courtney says:
That picture of Annie is so adorable! It amazes me how much you think of others with all you are going through right now. You are truly special, Heather! Happy Holidays!
TLL says:
Happy Holiday!! That you for sharing your family with us!!
Mitzi says:
What a generous gift from you guys! Love your blog!
Merry Christmas.
Marie says:
I have a big fear of spiders also so the spider story scared me too. Good thing you have a spider killer living amongst you.
I have heard that about the pest control thing. But really then what good does it do if all the spiders move? It’s supposed to kill them. Hopefully it works!
Happy holidays to you also. And Annie looks so pretty in her Christmas dress.
By the way you could totally trim her hair. It’s good for it. That’s just a response to one of your earlier posts. We learned in hairdressing school that even long hair should be trimmed every 6 months. It makes it easier to handle and healthier.
Hugs from (brrrrrr) cold Minnesota
Marie
Sarah W says:
Have so enjoyed following your family’s journey!
tracy says:
Merry Christmas ad Happy New Year!
Joanna says:
Merry Christmas!
Joanna says:
I really apologize if this is a duplicate comment but I keep getting errors every time I try
Merry Christmas!
Alison says:
What a gorgeous picture!
I hope you begin to get some relief in the pregnancy sickness department. During my twin pregnancy I lived on Zofran, peppermint and B6. I feel your pain.
Be well.
thank you for this!
Sarah says:
What a beautiful picture of your gorgeous girl!
Debbie says:
Love the picture! I hope you get some relief soon to enjoy Christmas!
Lots of prayers for you!
Kathy says:
Thanks for sharing your family’s joys and struggles. Merry Christmas!
Heather Romano says:
Ho Ho Ho!
Hillary says:
I’m proud to be one of the Spohr readers!
Leslie says:
Annie is lovely in that picture. Merry Christmas!
Mary says:
Love your blog and try to read it every day. Hope you have a great Christmas with Annie and in anticipation of the new baby.
Lesa says:
I enjoy reading your blog every day. I wish you and your family the very best this holiday season!!!
Kristen P says:
Happy Holidays to you and your family. Hope you enjoy your Christmas and that Annie has a magical one.
Brandi Ringo says:
I LOVE this picture! She gets more beautiful by the day!
Lisa says:
While I don’t get here as often as I wish I did, I do love reading your posts. You and Mike are two amazing people and I’m so glad to have met you!
Another Mama says:
And for the last 4 years or so I’ve been so glad to be along for your journey!
Blog on! : )
Megan M says:
Love this picture of Miss Annie! Merry Christmas to your sweet family!
Heather says:
Happy holidays to all of you as well! Thank you for sharing your lives with us!
emily says:
I’m excited for you guys! Congrats on the baby news and the continued additions of beautiful Spohr babies into the world!
Kallie says:
Just dropping by to say HI!!! Merry Christmas!
Megan M says:
I have enjoyed everyday of reading your blog and look forward to the many days to come and to the arrival of the new baby. I know Annie is going to be an awesome sister!
Amy Gomoljak says:
I love your blog. I never miss a post. I hope you are feeling some sickness relief soon. I only had moderate sickness and it was bad enough. Thanks for the giveaway and have a very merry Christmas!
Stefanie says:
Still look forward to reading your blog every day.
Julie says:
Merry Christmas I love your blog and watch the videos on fri. You and your famliy stories have helped me get through the day many times thanks j
kristen says:
I would love to win this!!
Katie K. says:
Merry Christmas
Joanne says:
Happy Holidays! Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Laura Mishler says:
Love reading your blog. Merry Christmas!!!
Kate H. says:
What a generous thing to do! Merry Merry Merry Christmas!
Karen says:
What a beautiful picture! Happy Holidays!
aubrey says:
I hope you are feeling so much better for the holidays and that your family has a very merry Christmas!
Susan says:
Merry Christmas! Thank you for sharing your life–I read it every day–you are (all three and a half of you) terrific human beings.
Allison says:
Merry Christmas! I absolutely love reading your posts!
Denise F. says:
I look forward to reading your blog every morning! I love that Annie told the baby all about her day, that’s super cute!
Crystal says:
How generous – Merry Christmas
Skye says:
Wow, you were blogging before it was cool! This is so sweet of you guys- thank you!
Steph says:
Wow, Annie looks like a gorgeous big girl! Can’t believe she’s not even 3 yet. Hope Heather is feeling better very soon.
brittany says:
i love your blog! it’s a part of my morning routine!
Heather says:
Pick me!
Kari says:
Hope you’re feeling much better during the holidays! I love reading your blog even more than usual right now–we’re both expecting and at just about the same point in our pregnancies. It’s nice to read about your experiences since I’m the first of my girlfriends to have a child–that and no one will know we’re expecting until Christmas!
Heather P. says:
I read your blog everyday from Texas. I feel like I know you, can I come over with my kids and have a playdate? lol
Merry Christmas!!
Tammy C says:
Winner winner here!
Kerri says:
What a nice idea, but if we win is it possible to donate the money to the charity of our choice?
Kris says:
I just adore your precious, and growing, family!
Jena says:
Such a great idea. Hope you get to feeling better soon! Merry Christmas to all of you!!!!
Jena
Sara says:
What a great picture – I love starting my day with your blog!
Mel says:
I’m so thankful for finding your blog. I’ve loved reading it and it has brought great people into my life. Great pic!
Melissa says:
I’m just leaving one comment to say that is the most adorable photo and totally made my morning. You have the most beautiful family.
Amy M says:
I love to read your stories about your daughters. However (and maybe it is because I have a maltese) my all-time fun-story was about Rigby and the peanut butter jar! It still cracks me up!
Pam says:
You guys rock. Wishing you all happy holidays!
Jessie says:
Happy Holidays
Mary says:
What a wonderful, generous thing you are doing.
Kristin says:
Such a great picture!
Laura says:
We are moving into our first home this Saturday, so any spending money helps. Thanks, Heather!
Teresa says:
Merry Christmas!
Amanda C says:
The picture of Annie is wonderful…what a pretty young lady she is becoming!
shelli says:
i found your website years ago. i’ve been following through all the ups and downs. you have a lovely family. merry christmas and here’s to a healthy 2013.
Geena says:
day 2, hoping to get lucky
Amanda says:
I’m with Annie, princess toys for all!
Siobhan says:
I hope your holiday season continues to bes filled with lots of love and laughter.
Lisa says:
Happy Holidays to your beautiful family, from mine.
Allison M. says:
May your Christmas be blessed!
Erin says:
Hope the holidays are great!
Stephen says:
How generous – thank you!
Jill says:
Merry Christmas!
Barbara says:
Merry Christmas!
Britt H. says:
I can’t believe how grown-up Annie is! I randomly stumbled upon your blog when I was still in high-school, and I just now finished up my second-to last semester in college. Thank you for continuing to post, your stories have become a part of my day!
Lex says:
One comment per day? Darn, I missed yesterday!
I love the picture! Hearts!!!
Sara Mc. says:
What a sweet thing to do! Merry Christmas and Happy, Happy New Year.
Angela Adlich says:
I got an error on my first comment try….trying again. Sorry if this comes across twice.
I’ve been following your blog for years! I can’t wait to hear all about baby Spohr in 2013. Merry Christmas to you all from Missouri.
alex says:
I hope I win!
Lesley says:
How generous of you both! Very happy holidays to you!
Lauriesl says:
You are an incredibly strong woman, Heather!
Mariah says:
Happy Blogiversary!
Michelle H says:
How sweet of you! Love Annie’s smile in this pic! Love reading your blog each morning.
Karen Baldasaro says:
I read your blog every day =) Annie is adorable, you and Mike are wonderful parents and I wish your family the merriest of Christmases!!
Sharon H says:
Happy holidays! I hope you are feeling better soon!
Kara says:
Happy Holidays, Spohrs!
Bria says:
You are the best! Thank you for the opportunity to enter in your giveaway. (I love this picture of Annabel)
linda says:
Yes to what Mariah said, “Happy Blogiversary”.
Julie Tocher says:
Pick me!
Lori McBride says:
beautiful photo.
Lori McBride says:
Yay!! Hope you’re feeling better today!!!
Richelle says:
I love reading about your sweet family from across the US! Hope you all have a very Merry Christmas!!
sandy north says:
your blog is the first thing i read each day when i get to work. sometimes i feel like i am stalking you since we have never officially met…lol! thanks for sharing your life and family via your blog! happy holidays!!
Bobbie says:
Happy holidays Spohr family!! Hope Heather feels better soon.
Emily D says:
I love following your story and can’t wait to read of your new adventures everyday. Happy Holidays!!
Heather Bender says:
Your journey insires me…
KarenMac says:
Merry Christmas!
tonya cinnamon says:
Merry Christmas and A Happy New years to you ,Annie, Angel Maddie ,Mike, and Rigby
Jennifer Tate says:
Merry Christmas!
Thea says:
I hope you all have a Merry Christmas!
Melissa D. says:
Merry Christmas! I hope you’re feeling better very soon – but so glad the acrobat is doing well in spite of your sickness!
Heather says:
I’ve enjoyed reading, learning and praying for you & your family all of these years!
Merry Christmas!
God bless you & your family!
Mary Beth says:
Merry Christmas and thank you for sharing your family with all of us.
Dawn says:
Happy Holidays to you and your amazing family. I hope you have more good days then bad:>
Lindsey says:
Happy Holidays, Spohrs! Love keeping up with your beautiful family.
Maggie says:
Great pic and cute tutorial!
Leanne C. says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs!
Rebecca R says:
Merry Christmas! Thank you for the chance.
Cherie says:
Wow that is so nice of you guys. Annie looks beautiful in that picture. Best of luck with your new little one. I read your blog every morning at work. Thanks for making my day a little brighter.
Andrea says:
Happy Holidays!
Robin says:
Merry Christmas, I hope your and your wonderful family have a blessed Christmas this year and that you are able to enjoy it.
Mel J. says:
Happy Holiday’s!
Karen W says:
I have no idea how I stumbled upon your blog or when I started reading it, but thank you for sharing your life with the world. Without knowing it, you help people through their own trials and tribulations. Merry Christmas to you all!
Melissa S. says:
What a beautiful family….and I send you many Christmas Blessings!!
Mama K says:
Happy holidays!!!!
Giselle says:
Annie is just so pretty!
Your blogging is life changing for all of us. We love you.
Lindsey says:
What adorable pictures! Annie is such a sweetie! She will make a wonderful sister! I hope we get to find out if she is going to have a brother or a sister! I sure hope you get to feeling better soon so you can enjoy the holidays more. Love to you all!!
Allison says:
This is incredibly kind of you! She looks so grown up and pretty!
LaDonna says:
You guys are so wonderful. I truly love reading your blog
Sue G says:
Very generous of you! Hope you and all of your family have a very Merry Christmas, and a happy, healthy 2013.
Shannon O says:
Merry Christmas!!!
Mary says:
Beautiful picture! Happy holidays!!!
Nicole says:
You guys are awesome.
Debbie says:
Fun! I read your blog every morning while I eat breakfast at my desk. Hope you are feeling better soon and have a Merry Christmas!
Milly says:
Happy Christmas, Spohr family!!
Sara says:
Merry Christmas!!
Holly says:
Happy holidays! Love your blog!
Cheryl says:
You are so generous to do this. I wish you a wonderful Christmas and an end to your sickness so you can enjoy the rest of your pregnancy.
Stephany says:
How generous of you guys. Happy Holidays!
Patty says:
Almost better than winning the Powerball…
Bethany says:
Merry Christmas to your family! The picture of Annie is simply beautiful!
Jamie says:
One of these days when I see you at Trader Joe’s I am going to introduce myself! Hope you are feeling better soon!
Vickie Couturier says:
bless you both,how sweet,im praying you will be feeling better soon
Jen says:
We love your website…we being myself and my 3 year old son, Charlie. Every morning he screams he’s ready to see Annie’s adventures! Thank you for sharing your family!
Jennifer says:
Merry Christmas and what a nice holiday gesture.
ItsAmyTime says:
So generous. I’m so glad I found your blog!
Merry Christmas, Spohrs!
Bree says:
Thank you for allowing us into your life and your home. Reading your blog is something I look forward to every day!
Bree says:
Thank you for inviting us into your home! You are such wonderful, generous people.
Hope says:
Thanks for blogging! I love coming here to read what you and Mike write and to see pictures of the gorgeous Annie.
Stephanie Griggs says:
I’ve enjoyed reading your blog for the past few years… everyday too. I hope you start to feel better soon!!
Michelle Green says:
Your family is so awesome! Thank you & Merry Christmas
Karen says:
She is beautiful! Happy Holidays to you!
Amy G says:
Hope today is a day when you feel we’ll enough to spend some time with Annie! I know how hard it is to feel like you are neglecting your older child, but I promise my son remembers none of that!
Jen says:
I’m entering again!
Loved today’s post with Annie talking to the baby!
Farrar Foley says:
What a generous thing for your family to do this Christmas! I have so enjoyed “getting to know you” the past few years! I love remembering Maddie, watching Annie grow and can’t wait to meet Baby Sphor! Merry Christmas Yall! Hope that you have a wonderful New Year! :0)
Eddy says:
I so enjoy reading the posts about your family! I hope you feel better soon!
TwinCitiesLynn says:
While I haven’t been around for your entire 10 year journey, I have been around long enough to have had the chance to “know” both of your beautiful daughters, and cannot wait to “meet” your newest little one.
I’m sure it has not been easy along the way to continually open your lives up to so many people over the years, but you have help me (and so many others) by sharing both your pain, and your joy. Thank you.
Merry Christmas to you all, and a very happy, healthy, and blessed New Year!
Eddy says:
I so enjoy reading your posts. I hope you feel better soon!
Sarah G says:
Thank you for your generosity! Merry Christmas!
Erin says:
Beautiful picture! Happy holidays!
Lori says:
Still awesome
jessica wood says:
What a sweet thing to do! Thank you for sharing your life with the interwebs (;
Amy says:
Okay, first of all, Annie is gorgeous in that picture. Well, always, but ESPECIALLY in that picture.
Second of all, the contest closes on my birthday (12/19) and it would be my most favorite birthday present ever to win! I don’t comment often but read every day and you guys are the coolest.
Jackie says:
What an absolutely beautiful picture of Annie!! Merry Christmas, Spohrs!!
Katie says:
Congratulations on 10 years! I am beyond thrilled that your little family is multiplying again and that the acrobat is thriving.
Thank you for the generous giveaway. A gift card would help my family out… SO much right now… there are not even words.
Merry Christmas Spohrs!
xo
Tara says:
Happy Holidays!!
Stephanie says:
Merry Christmas – I love all the cute pictures of Annie. She is such a doll.
Chris says:
I start my morning reading your blog. Your writing is so inspiring and I love how you share your family’s life with us. You are truly an amazing family.
Melissa says:
How generous! It’s been so inspirational following your family. Hope you have a wonderful holiday season!
Darcie says:
Awe poor dogs! Yay for gift cards – such a cool thing for your family to do!
Denise H says:
Merry Christmas!
Danyelle says:
That picture of Annie is beautiful! I hope you feel better for the holidays, I was dog-sick all three of my pregnancies so I know how exhausted you must be.
Lisa says:
Happy holidays to you, too! Your blog is one of my first stops each morning when I turn on my computer at work.
Sending blessings and good fortune to your family!
JULIE says:
Thank YOU!!!
JenT says:
So generous! Merry Christmas!
ememby says:
Yes, please! Congrats on another year, so glad to join your along the way!
Leah R says:
I don’t think that Annabel could get any cuter!!
Christina says:
That picture of Annie struck me as incredibly beautiful. Merry Christmas to your family. Hope you start feeling better.
Jana Frerichs says:
AWWW!!! Annie is so pretty and she looks so grown up in this picture!
Heather says:
Ooh, I could REALLY use $250 these days. Spohrs, you are awesome.
Jody says:
Merry Christmas Sphore family!
AngieM. says:
so glad you decided to start blogging and sharing your lives with all of us. your the first thing i read every morning.
here’s to a wonderful christmas to you guys!!
xoxo
Amy K says:
The $250 would probably go toward princess gear in our house, too.
Laura says:
Merry Christmas, Spohrs!
Kelly says:
Have enjoyed reading your blog for years! Happy Holidays!
Colleen says:
What a gorgeous picture of Annie! I am going to try that heart tutorial! Happy holidays!!!
Cris says:
What a great idea to do again! Happy Holidays!
Rebecca says:
I cannot wait for that little one to come! Happy Holidays!
SUSAN SPARKS says:
MERRY CHRISTMAS! I CAN’T WAIT TO FIND OUT IF YOUR SPECIAL “BUNDLE OF JOY” WILL BE BLUE OR PINK!!!!!
Jessica D says:
Thank you for sharing your lives with all of us! I look forward to reading your posts every morning. I am so happy The Acrobat is bouncing away in there and wish you all the best.
Melissa says:
Oh I totally want this lol. I am so broke I am trying to figure out if I can buy lunch today! Having to buy gifts is giving me shivers.
Angela says:
Hope today gets better, morning sickness-wise!
Lana says:
Thank you for this giveaway!!! Merry Christmas!!!
Cory says:
What a nice thing to do! Merry Christmas Spohrs!
Adria says:
Love you and your beautiful family even though I’ve never met you. So glad you made the decision to start blogging!
Doctor Zhivago says:
Annabel is such a precious girl. Happy Holidays to you all!
A. Olson says:
This is so generous of you. Merry Christmas!
Mommy Boots says:
Thank you for offering such an incredibly generous thing. I’ve loved reading your blog since I began almost four years ago – your Annie reminds me so much of my Nellie (their birthdays are even just a few days apart) and it’s so fun reading about her antics and personality. I hope you all have an amazing holiday season and can’t wait to continue reading your blog!
Jessica D says:
Thank you for sharing your lives with us, I look forward to reading your posts every morning! I am so happy The Acrobat is bouncing away in there and wish you all the very best.
Debi says:
You and Mike are so generous. Your gift will make Christmas special for someone.
Jaimie says:
Here is my entry.
Jaimie
Kristine says:
Beautiful pic, love the dress!
Kristine says:
Beautiful picture, love the dress!
Brandy Cykala says:
You all are so much fun!!
PinkieBling says:
This is awesome! You guys rock. Merry Christmas!
Randi says:
I just want to take this time not only to say “winning would be AWESOME” but to say Happy Holidays to the Spohr family!
Kathryn says:
You are an inspiration to all – Happy Holidays!
Tori says:
Merry Christmas to your family! Thanks for sharing your lives with us. We love you! I hope that you start feeling well soon.
Tessa says:
Happy Holidays Spohr Family, love reading your blog and your little family inspires me daily
Kenna says:
I love the look on her face! Too cute!
Rian says:
Annie’s such a big girl now! Beautiful photo.
Lauren R says:
CONGRATULATIONS ON BABY #3!
Cathy says:
Beautiful little girl and beautiful tree!
Andrea says:
Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Danielle says:
What a caring, giving family you Spohs are!
Danielle says:
Spohrs* Grr typo!
Deanna says:
I love watching Annabel grow up. She is adorable and I can’t wait to enjoy all the antics of the new little spohr.
Jenn says:
As a mother that suffered tremendously with the same thing you are having now (along with other things), I am so over-identifying with you and your family. I wish a magic wand could take all that sickness away.
Merry Christmas to you all!
Jenn
Lindsay says:
Thank you and a very belated congratulations (I’ve been lurking instead of posting) and I hope this season is wonderfully happy for you
Jessica Dunn says:
She is just so beautiful. Wishing you some calm in your storm of sickness today.
Lindsay says:
Merry Christmas!
Lenora says:
Such a cute girl!! Here is my entry for today.
Sarah says:
What a generous idea! Merry Christmas to you as well!!
Summer says:
Your family is so generous, inspiring, and hilarious – I love sharing your journey with you every day
Karen B says:
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
The first donation of 162 children’s books by Pages for Patients (my daughter’s community service project) to the Minneapolis Children’s Hospital went very well. Child Life was very happy and the books, including the ones donated in honor of Maddie, will go directly to patients of all ages. Emily enjoyed it so much, she is planning to continue the project, even though her senior project is “complete”, and collect and donate more new books to the children’s hospitals.
Vanessa RM says:
Gosh… that kid is too cute I have a 2.5 year old boy (and am also preggo with my 2nd!) and I think Jack and Annie would have a blast together Merry Christmas
DB says:
Beautiful picture! Happy Holidays to your wonderful family!
Suzanne says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs. I start my day as often as I can with your blog. No matter what the situation is, I always feel the love of your family in your writing. Looking forward to spending many more years watching your family grow.
Chelsea says:
Sending love from me to you
San says:
What a beautiful picture of Annabel!
Happy holidays to you and your family!
Julene says:
I absolutely love keeping up with your family and hope you are feeling better very soon. I’ve been there and there is nothing good about it until it’s over. Thinking good thoughts!
Daniel says:
Your family is so kind!
Amber says:
Merry Christmas!!
Anna says:
Thank you for being so kind to strangers.
Katie says:
Happy Holidays!!! Thank you for sharing your lives with us!
Traci says:
this is so incredibly generous of you
Colleen O says:
Are you reading all these I hope you are feeling better soon – perhaps for a Christmas present! I can’t wait to hear the sex of the baby – when do you find out? Congratulations!
Kori says:
Merry Christmas and I hope you’re feeling better! What a lovely thing for your family to do.
Cami says:
I have a daughter a few months younger than Annie and I am so impressed with Annie and her speech. She is quite advanced and so cute with the things she says.
Verdawn says:
Thank you for sharing your journey of happiness, love, loss, grief, parenting, etc. with the world. You have a way of touching peoples hearts with your story.
Melissa D says:
What a wonderful contest! Happy Holidays and I hope you start feeling better!
Alicia says:
Such an amazing, generous offer! She is so beautiful.
Barb says:
Wow, 10 years? I only found you in the last year or so, but feel like I’ve known your family forever!
Sara Pullum-Pinon says:
I love the light tutorial–so cool!!
Kim says:
You and your family are AMAZING. Love y’all !!
Sara Grimshaw says:
Oh my heavens….she is precious.
Laura says:
Wow, that’s so kind of you guys! Merry Christmas!
Susannah Hunter says:
Your blog is wonderful. Thanks for sharing the good, the unbelievably hard and the funny with us.
Sarah Hogan says:
I love how expressive Annie’s face is, you can see the happiness and love of your family shining in her face.
Mary says:
Merry Christmas to you too!
Heather says:
MARY! Guess what?! Random.org picked you as the winner! Email me at thespohrs at gmail.com so we can hook you up! YAY!
Amy says:
Merry Christmas to you and your growing family!
Kim H says:
Entering today 12/13. Hoping I win, but have enjoyed your writing and following your family.
Amy says:
Merry Christmas!!! Reading your blog everyday makes me smile!
Bridget says:
Wishing you a bright and merry holiday season.
Kirsten says:
You guys are awesome – I would love to be entered in the giveaway! Got a baby coming this summer…fingers crossed
Devon says:
Happy Holidays to the Spohr fam!
Deb Vallet says:
Heck, much like Annabelle, I MAY spend it on princess toys–there’s a lot of girly girls in this family.
Merry Christmas to you and yours!!
Mom in MN says:
Merry Christmas!
Whitney says:
Heather, my Christmas wish for you is a vomit-free day! Thanks for the giveaway!
Jenna says:
I love your blog and I would love a gift card! Merry Christmas!
Debbie Zimpfer says:
Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Have a happy and healthy New Year and baby!
Bianca Pellet says:
What a generous gift to your readers! I wish all of you a happy 2013 and a healthy Acrobat
Melissa says:
Long time reader. Love your blog!
Melissa says:
Happy Holidays!!
Kyla S says:
You guys are just the best. Can’t wait for your little Acrobat to arrive!
Bridget says:
You guys are the best!
Lacey says:
Happy Holidays to you and your!!!
Lillian says:
That’s so great that you’re doing this again! Thank you!
Elinor Morris says:
What a generous giveaway! Gorgeous photo of Annie, I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas
Shelly T says:
Thanks for doing this, and happy holidays!
Editdebs (Debbie A-H) says:
Hope you’re having a good day today.
Amanda says:
You guys are so Spohrcial.
That was awful, I am sorry.
Brooke says:
And thank you for sharing your lives with us. Happy Holidays!
Gretchen says:
Wishing you a very merry Christmas!
Cara says:
Happy Holidays to you and your family.
Jennifer says:
WOW – she gets more beautiful by the day! She’s going to make a great big sister! Best of luck to you all and the little acrobat!
Jenn
Melissa says:
Thank you for sharing your family with us. Merry Christmas!
Hopeful Mother says:
Merry Christmas! Very excited about your new addition on the way – I hope you feel better soon.
Emily M says:
Happy holidays! Can’t wait to follow this new baby as things progress. Hope you start feeling better soon.
Amy says:
Merry merry Christmas to all the Spohrs! I have loved your blog since forever.
Kerrie G says:
Merry Christmas to your family! I love reading your blog and enjoy all of your stories. Thank you for your generosity and fun throughout the year!
Rachel says:
Merry Christmas! I hope you start feeling better soon!
Barbara says:
Thank you so much for the opportunity! Merry Christmas!
Brooke says:
Annie is beautiful! She’s going to be a knock out when she’s older!!
Jos says:
Merry Christmas gorgeous Spohr family. Annabel is so adorable! Thank you for being such wonderful bloggers and putting so much goodness out in the world, the interwebs are a better place because of you.
JennS says:
Thank you Spohr Family! This is an awesome opportunity. Happy Holidays!
Michele Parker says:
Gosh, I feel blessed to read your journey over the last 5 years. I may not comment often…but I am here. Praying over your family and this new light you are carrying.
Erica Cob says:
I love reading your blog and congrats on the newest growing spohr
Molly says:
I’m so thankful I’ve gotten to see Annie grow and thrive! She’s really something special! Also, my friend’s boyfriend’s last name is Spohr, but I asked and he’s not related to you guys.
Beth says:
That is so incredibly kind of your family.
Celi says:
So sweet of you! Merry Christmas!
Kristie Bush says:
I’ve been reading your blog for about 4 years now. Every morning, monday thru friday, i read about the Spohr family. Thank you for sharing. I am working on becoming a nurse and Maddy is part of my inspiration. I thank you for helping to inspire me. Annie is so beautiful and i know the little acrobat will be just as beautiful.
Kristen says:
This is too generous of you guys; thanks for sharing yourselves and your story.
Maggie says:
Love that you guys do this…Merry Christmas!
Jody M says:
Love the picture of Annie! Heather, I’m due May 12. Same month as you!
Krystal says:
What a very generous giveaway! I hope you start feeling better soon.
Michele says:
Awww, what a cutie! Merry Christmas to you all!
Issa says:
Oh very cool.
Lisa says:
Thanks again for the giveaway!
ps – with how scared you are of spiders, I still can’t believe you had fake ones on your walls for Halloween. I’d freak out on a daily basis seeing those things!
Julene says:
Let’s try this again to see if it sticks. Love reading your blog and can’t wait to hear more about your little one. I sympathize with your sickness – it’s awful and nothing feels better than when it finally goes away. B6 never worked for me. I lived on small little bites of Bit ‘O Hones, licorice candies and ice tea. Anything to calm the raging stomach.
Melissa says:
What the heck! Thanks for doing this
Julene says:
Maybe the third time will be the charm. Thinking good thoughts!
Charlene says:
I love starting my days with coffee and the Spohr family. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season and an end to the vomiting for Heather!
Merrilee says:
Congrats on ten years! Thanks for sharing your life with us! ????
Amanda says:
What a beautiful little girl!
Elissa says:
Great photo! And congratulations on 10 years of blogging!
Dianne says:
That is a beautiful picture!!
Kelly Wolfe says:
Love that picture!!!!
Kelly Wolfe says:
Love the picture!!!!
Catherine says:
Love your Blog! I read it daily!
Courtney says:
Happy holidays and congrats on your blogging anniversary! I hope that little acrobat gives you a break soon.
Katrina says:
Wow, you are so sweet to do this – again! Hope I win! (If I do win, I’ll spend the money on a few baby boy outfits for our boy due in May!)
jenny says:
such a precious picture!
Alex Garcia says:
Wishing you all the best and in the New Year!
Peace, Love and Family
Kristi says:
Great picture and congratulations on you anniversary! Love the blog.
Jessica says:
What a great picture – it is amazing how much she has grown over the years.
Amelia says:
She’s beautiful, always.
Shannon says:
Annie looks BEAUTIFUL in this picture! Happy Holidays, hope you’re feeling better soon!
Michelle Zeren says:
If we get chosen, instead of a gift card, could you send them money to our adoption agency? We are working hard to adopt a little girl and it would be quite the most awesome Christmas surprise to get $250 to put towards our daughter’s adoption! Here is the agency we are using: Office (503) 681-3075 FREE
Fax (503) 640-5834
P.O. Box 39
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Physical address:
1005 NE Cornell Road
Hillsboro, Oregon 97124
Tell them it is for the Zeren adoption THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!
chrissyj says:
Annie is so adorable. Merry Christmas Spohrs!!
Kim says:
I want you guys to come to Austin again this Spring. Dang you and your pregnancy sickness Good thing I love you anyway. Also? I can’t wait to see another Spohr baby!!!
Saffron M says:
Annie!
Anna says:
Goodness, that is a precious picture of Annie. Merry Christmas!
Jeanie says:
What a great giveaway for some lucky person!
Sara says:
Congratulations on ten! years! I can’t tell you how much I love reading your blog and my daughter, Charlotte, LOVES looking at Annie pics and vids. Happy holidays to you all!
Steph says:
Congrats on the new babers!!!
Amanda says:
I love love love reading your site!! Happy Holidays to your sweet family!
Lauren says:
How generous of you!
Merry Christmas to you all
Kate says:
10 years! That is some dedication, and I’m very glad you are so dedicated. I feel like I know you guys, and I wish you all a very merry Christmas. xxxx
Charlane says:
Holey Moley that sure would make our Christmas bright!
Alejandra says:
Happy Holidays
Keri says:
Wow, 10 years, congrats! Hope you feel better soon and have a wonderful Christmas with your family
Amy Timm says:
Love the pic and the tree!
KCH says:
I’ve always been a creeper here, but this pulled me out of the woodwork.
Toni Rieger says:
That is a fantastic picture in front of the love tree. Feel better!
Kristin says:
You guys are too kind! Annie is such a doll and I enjoy reading your blog each day. Wishing you and your families the merriest of Christmases and lots of good cheer in 2013. xoxo
Tara says:
10 Years! Wow!! Thanks for doing another contest giveaway.
Monika Smith says:
Merry Christmas
Liz says:
What a great pic of Annabelle! Thanks for doing this, and Merry Christmas to all of you!
Laura says:
Merry Christmas!! And thanks for the possibility of this wonderful gift!
Miranda says:
So fun to see Annie excited for the baby!
Brenda says:
Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us.
Julia says:
And thank you for sharing the good and the bad.
We love you guys too.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. xxx
Christina says:
Dear Acrobat…grow! grow! grow! Dear Spohrs…ho! ho! ho! Lots of love to you guys always.
Jessica S. says:
Merry Christmas!
Mrs G says:
Merry Christmas to you all & may next year be even better!
jordanna says:
happy holidays!
KaraB says:
This is very sweet of you guys and I promise that if I win I’ll spend at least some of it on a princess doll!
Becky C says:
I love reading your blog and Annie is so cute. Merry Christmas
Ronnie says:
Wishing you all the happiest of holidays. For reals.
Ronnie says:
Wishing you the happiest of holidays. For reals.
Michelle says:
Ever since you posted the heart bokeh tutorial the first time, I’ve wanted to try it and finally did a couple of weeks ago when we put up our tree. It was so much fun, thanks for sharing the technique! Oh, and beautiful pic of Annie!
Amy says:
What a beautiful picture of Annie!
Elizabeth says:
Happy holidays!
juliep60 says:
I so enjoy your blog and look forward to your posts every day. I wish the best for you and your family this Christmas and in the months ahead.
Katie says:
Happy Holidays to the Spohrs!
Sandy says:
Merry Christmas!
Casie C says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs! This is so nice!
Maria says:
Such a gorgeous picture of Annabel. How did you get the lights on the tree to look heart shaped in the photo?
Kris says:
What a generous giveaway! Happy Holidays!
Sarah says:
Love the picture of Annabel! Happy holidays to you all.
missy says:
Merry Christmas to you all and a happy and blessed new year.
Sebrina says:
I love this picture of Annie. She is such a beauty!!
laura p says:
Merry Christmas! Beautiful girl, beautiful picture
Lynn says:
Hi
kate says:
Oh, I hope it’s me!
Jennifer says:
Oh, I’d love to win that gift card!
Kristin says:
Happy Holidays!
Jodi says:
Love reading your blog, what a generous giveaway this is!
steph says:
I’ve had some nasty crud this week and it about did me in…. I hate that you are feeling this poorly all the time. On the bright side, though, there is something great coming to you in the end!
Leah says:
I’m in like Flynn!
Jacqueline says:
Hoping you feel better for the holidays! Making babies is hard work!
Jennifer Snow says:
hope you start feeling better soon and can enjoy the holiday season
Susan Heck says:
Heather,
While I’d LOVE to win a gift card, I’d love even more for you to start feeling better so you can enjoy the rest of this pregnancy!!
Merry Christmas!
Susan
Jaclyn says:
Love that picture of Annie. Beautiful!!!
Shannon says:
Love you guys so much, even though I am mostly just a lurker.
Nicole says:
Thanks, Spohrs! I started reading blogs 10 years ago. Yours is one of the only blogs I still read daily. Happy Holidays!
Joy says:
Happy holidays to you and your family
Nicole H says:
Gorgeous pic!! Love your tutorials, too!
Em says:
Great pic! Happy Holidays!
Cody says:
Although the extra cash would be awesome, I say keep the money and do something special for your Angel babies!
Liz says:
I love reading your blog everyday! You are a talented writer and an amazing mom and wife. This gift is so generous of you.
Rachel says:
I have been reading your blog for years now and it always brings a smile to my face. Thank you for writing and helping so many other people and for letting us into your life. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas season. :o)
Rachel says:
What an awesome thing to do! Merry Christmas to you and yours!!!
Crysi says:
Her hair is getting long. What a cutie! She’ll be Rapunzel I no time.
mommabird2345 says:
I hope you had a nice day!
Heather says:
Such a cutie!
Cassie Rivera says:
I’d love to win, and I’ve loved reading your blog the past couple of years!
YeniferSofiaYves says:
Happy Holidays Spohrs Familia!! All the best for you all 2013..que bella Annie!
Tracey B says:
What a beautiful picture of a beautiful little girl :o)
Have a wonderful Christmas, and I wish an amazing new year for your whole family.
Amanda says:
I enjoy reading your blog! Merry Christmas!!
Erica says:
Happy happy holidays to you all!
Terra says:
Love, love love the pictures of Annie holding her baby!
Nina says:
Merry Christmas to a wonderful family!
Isabel Khan says:
I think I would feel a little guilty if i won:0
Sheila Sellenriek says:
Merry Christmas to a blessed family!
Becky Campbell says:
Thank you, again! I can’t promise you I won’t spend it on princess toys either!
Carrie Lee says:
Beautiful family – thanks for the giveaway!
Rachel B says:
Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Lora says:
Second comment! Happy Holidays!! And Annabel talking to your tummy….TOO precious for words!
Mallory says:
pick me….please? you’re doing the drawing on my birthday, by the way.
Arieta says:
Merry Christmas Spohrs! Beautiful picture of Annie!
Jennifer says:
So generous!
Noelle says:
Merry Christmas!
shelly says:
I love your blog. Read it daily! Merry Christmas
shelly says:
Love this blog. read it daily. merry christmas!
Sue says:
My daughter is 2 weeks older than Annie and every morning we read your blog. Thank you so much for sharing.
Angie B. says:
Happy Holidays from a long time reader! Wishing you all the very best!
Amanda says:
Merry Christmas, Spohr family. Congrats on 10 years of blogging!
Jennie says:
First of all- I just want to say I think you guys are incredible. You are so sick- and still have the most generous, loving hearts. You both are really quite amazing! Second of all- thank you so much for the opportunity to win a gift card. If I won- I’d give it to my sister. She is in a shelter for women/children of domestic violence. She would be able to use it so much more than I would. Thanks for the chance! I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas!
Rachel says:
Merry Christmas!
Meegs says:
Wow, what a great giveaway!! Thanks!
Kayla says:
Coming back for my second entry – thanks again for this! And that photo of Annie is simply unreal; I can’t tell you how huge I would print that out and display somewhere prominently in the house if she were mine!!
Lee Cockrum says:
Hope every day gets better for you, and that soon you will be nausea free. I can’t believe Christmas is so close already!
Becky says:
Happy Holidays!
Kim says:
thanks for letting us come along for the ride…
cate says:
happy holidays to all of you!
Megan says:
You guys really are the best — a great example of how to blog authentically, yet not expose too much of your privacy. Reading the daily posts is one of my favorite parts of my morning routine. Also, this giveaway rocks.
Melanie says:
Wishing you a barf-free Christmas!
Krystle P says:
I love that picture! She is getting so grown up looking. Don’t they all. Merry Christmas to your family!
LindaW says:
How fun, that’s very nice of you guys! Merry Christmas
Tammy C says:
Sending MORE Christmas salutations —
LaDonna says:
Happy Christmas
Rachel says:
She is so beautiful! Wishing you a non-nauseous Christmas! I have laughed and cried through your journey, and loved every word.
Mommy says:
Not trying to win (pick someone else if it’s my comment that wins, for reals!) but I wanted to say that the picture of your tree and Annie is simply stunning. It is unreal how breathtakingly beautiful she is!!!!
Merry Christmas and all the best in 2013!!
Christian says:
Annie is beautiful. Wonderful picture of her with the tree.
joel says:
I love the way you insulted millions of pets everywhere… Awesome.
“This giveaway is open to every person on the planet. Sorry, dogs.”
Abigail says:
Beautiful picture of Annie. You guys are so generous for doing this giveaway. Thank you.
Sarah M. says:
Oh thank you! I could certainly use money!!
Heather says:
I love shaped bokeh especially on a holiday…..I am a cheater and use photoshop though. Merry Christmas!
Patty says:
We adopted a wonderful family this Christmas with a baby in our NICU. This would be a spectacular gift to give to them.
Jennifer says:
The money may get spent on princess items on this end as well. Thank you for your generosity.
Lynnette says:
Thank you for your generosity. Merry Christmas!
Jayme says:
That Santa picture in your new post is one of the best EVER!
Anne Younger says:
Thank you for sharing your wonderful family with all of us!
PregnantToo says:
This is so kind of you Heather and Mike. My family could really use that for Christmas. My husband passed away this year and like you I am pregnant and sick with little ones that still need love and care. My fingers are crossed but either way Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!
Shes says:
It’s been an honor to be along for some of the ten year journey. Wishing you only happiness from here on out….
Lauren says:
I was thinking what place I would want a giftcard for and I got super excited when I realized I could get one for Diapers.com.
21-year old Lauren would be so disappointed in herself.
Jessica B says:
Thank you so much for the giveaway! And, thank you for sharing your sweet family with us.
Shauna says:
Miss your face.
xoxo
Emily says:
Hope you are feeling better soon! Thanks for this opportunity!
Johna says:
Merry Christmas!
Erin says:
Happy Friday!
Elizabeth says:
Merry Christmas to ALL of you!
Jaime Maynard says:
You are all too generous. Happy Holiday. It’s an exciting one this year for our girls. Evangeline was also very into Santa haha, however she did sit happily for the picture telling him all about how she wanted a teddy bear and a truck this year.
Sara says:
Love the Santa Fail video!
jennys says:
Thanks for offering this! I look forward to reading your blog, every a.m. Thanks
Brandi says:
Merry Christmas Spohr family!
Editdebs (Debbie A-H) says:
Every time I see that picture, my heart is happier!
beth says:
happy holidays
kristen piccola says:
Love the Santa video this morning. The picture is awesome too!
Sarah Kate says:
You guys are one strong family. I’d probably spend it on princess toys too!
Shannon says:
I read your blog everyday! You’re an inspiration! I appreciate your openness! It has helped me be a better mom
Carrie says:
Good morning!!
Jen D. says:
You guys are amazing! This is by far my favorite blog to read, and I stop by each day to see how you all are doing! Thank you for sharing your lives with us!
Rachel says:
Annie looks so pretty! Merry Christmas!
Jodi says:
Thank you very much for sharing your life with us. Your generousity is inspiring.
Allison says:
The Santa video is so cute! She is a doll.
Bethany says:
Been reading for years, comment rarely, but I cannot start my day without first reading your blog in the morning. As always, thanks for sharing your beautiful family with all of us. Happy Holidays!
Kallie says:
Happy Friday! Hope ya’ll have a GREAT weekend!
Margie says:
Merry Christmas, Spohrs! May the New Year bring you (and us) many more Adventures with Annie and Baby Spohr!
Stephanie says:
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, the Santa Fail! Of course I am sure it wasn’t fun for you guys! It’s just so typical of her age and she looks adorable…yes, even when she cried!
Brittany says:
Happy Holiday’s Spohr Family! It’s getting closer to Christmas, I’m sure Annie is so excited!
Lisa says:
You are looking so beautiful and skinny. With one of my babies (I have 5) I had the hyper-barfing so bad by time I had Savannah I had only gained 3lbs and the day after I had her I was already down 14lbs from my pre pregnancy weight and Savannah was 7lb 4oz and very healthy.
JMH says:
Thank you!! You are awesome!
Denise F. says:
Oh my gosh, that Santa Fail is adorable!!
Erin Christine says:
Love the Santa video! Annie’s expressions are priceless!
Jessica says:
Happy holidays, love your blog.
Siobhan says:
Annie’s hair is beautiful. I can’t believe how long it is
Chantel says:
Following your journey through life has been so inspiring for myself and my family. I speak of you like you’re my neighbor (which confuses the heck out of my family) but, honestly, that’s how I feel! I’m so excited to see what is in store for you in the coming months.
Peggy says:
Beautiful picture of Annie. Your baby doesn’t look like a baby anymore!
Tricia says:
She has the best hair. Love you guys! xo
Linda Stewart says:
Thanks for the awesome giveaway … Merry Christmas to your beautiful family.
meghan says:
So generous! Happy holidays!
RachelS says:
Happy holidays to you all as well!
Anna says:
Thank you.
Kim Q says:
Only 1,012 comments so far! I am sure to be picked! Ha! Merry Christmas.
Steph says:
Glad it was a glitch with the commenting system. I was worried that I was blocked:) Merry Christmas! and thanks for doing this!
Lorie says:
LOVE the picture!
EricaLynn says:
Merry Christmas!
Sara Holtsberry says:
Merry Christmas, Spohr Family! I do not comment often, but have been reading for quite a few years now. It has been lovely follow along. That picture of Annie is absolutely perfect!
Best,
Sara
Birdy says:
Merry Christmas to all and well-wishes to Heather!
Terry Lynn says:
May the love and friendship of family and friends give you strength, comfort, and overwhelming PEACE this holiday season.
Lindsey says:
Merry Christmas again to my favorite virtual family!! Annabel could so for sure be a model!!
Mia says:
love you all! hope you’re feeling better Heather and Merry Christmas to everyone :0)
Antonia says:
I hope you’re feeling better, Heather :o)
Catina says:
Love following along with your family’s adventures
ineia says:
merry christmas!
Emily says:
How nice! Merry Christmas, Spohrs!
Tracy Marlow says:
Praying for all of you and wishing you a very Merry Christmas!
A. Olson says:
Happy Holidays!
Brandie says:
I look forward to reading you guys everyday!! Hope you have a wonderful holiday!
Amanda C says:
I’m keeping Heather in my thoughts and hoping the nausea passes for her soon. I dealt with something similar in the past (I lost weight through the entire pregnancy), so I feel for her. Fingers crossed for her to feel better soon!
Kate says:
I love this picture. Childhood is magic!
leanne says:
Beautiful picture of Annie! And what a sweet gesture on your part.
Jill says:
I love reading your blog. Annabel always cracks me up and reminds me so much of how my son, Dylan, acts as they’re right around the same age.
Diane B. says:
That is such a gorgeous picture of Annie. You must have had to work that hair like crazy with a brush, but it was worth it. Thank you for your generosity. It’s a privilege to peek in on your family through your blog.