AWE- to the -SOME

Today was terrible. I dropped everything, forgot everything, and messed everything up. I was literally in tears by nine o'clock this morning. And then I remembered what today was.....

Today is the day we celebrate going to Africa and being supported by some awesome people and one awesome toy company. It also happens to be the day that this little blog of mine reached 400, 000 views. How is that even possible? Wow. 

You may have noticed my new sponsor button from North American Bear Company. 

Let me just tell you about how wonderful they are. 

Well, you may recall last year when they sent my kiddos some of the most adorable toys EVER. 

And then I got an e-mail from them last week saying they wanted to send my kiddos some more super cute goodies and do something to help us raise funds for our upcoming trip to Uganda. 

HOW AWESOME IS THAT!?!?

Take a look at the goodies that arrived on our doorstep today. 

This adorable kitty is supposed to be for Hollyn....good luck with that, right? 

And can I just TELL you how excited Libby is about having a friend over to make these tutus? Oh my stars, she is BEGGING already. 

Here are a few of my personal favorite things on their site: 

They have the best selection, and I LOVE how wholesome all of their products are. Their catalog reminds me of the kinds of toys I played with when I was a little girl. And while they did bless my kiddos TWICE with goodies, these opinions are 100% mine. I honestly cannot sing their praises enough. 

Okay, so here's the skinny: 

NORTH AMERICAN BEAR COMPANY WANTS TO GIVE $75 IN CREDIT TO ONE OF MY LOVELY READERS!

Do you even know what you could do towards Christmas at your house with $75 credit from their adorable company? Or the baby gifts you could stock up on? Or the summer fun you could bring to your homestead? 

I'm kinda jealous that I can't enter this one.....

Here's how you can enter: 

( You can choose ANY or ALL of these ways...pick whichever one or ones that catch your eye. Just please leave a SEPARATE comment for each thing you do; one comment equals one entry.)

- Check out North American Bear Company's website and tell me how you'd spend your dinero if you win.

-Make a donation of $1 or more towards our Africa trip. Seriously, EVERY $1 makes a difference. And are still several hundred dollars shy of our fundraising goal. I will be THRILLED with ever $1 that is donated. You can use the paypal button on my sidebar, it's as simple as that. 

- If you've ALREADY donated or bought a shirt or a canvas or some hair ties (which I just got another batch of, by the way), then leave a comment telling me what you did. 

-Follow my blog or remind me that you already do. 

-Like my blog on facebook or remind me that you already do. 

- SHARE about this giveaway any way you so choose (Twitter, facebook, pinterest, instagram, whatever your heart desires). Just leave a comment for EACH way you share. 

That's a LOT of ways you can enter to win. Libby will choose a winner on Friday afternoon. 

So get those entries in, good luck to all of you, THANK YOU in advance, and NORTH AMERICAN BEAR COMPANY--- thanks for turning my frown upside down today. 

Show a Little Love

I heart my sponsors, and I'm hoping you do too.

I just wanted to give a little shout out to each of them in the hopes that if you don't love them yet, you will soon. Please take a sec. and check out each of their facebook fan pages...and feel free to LIKE them while you're there. 

Dara's currently booking parties for Kelly's Kids new spring and summer clothing line. And let me just say, I have to hide my check book when I look at them because they are so darn cute. You can check her out  and learn more about hosting a party (via catalogue or in person) here.

Penny at Daisymaes is stocking up on the cutest stuff for spring, including this ADORABLE Easter basket.

And I swear Erin's stuff work gets prettier every time I look at it. You can drool over her shots here. While you're there, be sure to take a peek at her moon pics. from this weekend-- they are breath-taking.

And remember, if you've got a business, Etsy shop, or blog that you'd like to advertise for her, any money I earn for ads. from now through June goes directly to Kristen to help get her to Africa. And I'm thinking that sounds like a great way to spend a little dinero.

Dolla Dolla Bills Y'all

Happy Thursday, bloggers!

I just wanted to take a sec. this morning and remind you that any money I earn via sponsorships between now and June goes directly to Kristen to help fund her trip to Africa.

And recently, some dolla dolla bills were sent my way from this sweet girl and her new business:

If you don't know about Kelly's Kid clothing, can I just say that I LOVE them. The quality is so wonderful. The clothes that were Libby's that are now Hollyn's still look brand new.

And they are traditionally timeless; Kelly Kid's clothes stay in style for YEARS.

The clothes speak for themselves:

And, Dara wants to make sure you know that you can place an order directly from the website. And she'll be happy to help you host a catalog party where you can earn 10% of the party's total sales in free clothes for your little one.

And, if you make a purchase or host a catalog party with her between now and April 1st, you'll be entered for a chance to win a free hair accessory.

For more info., click the picture above of Dara's PRECIOUS baby girl or the newly added button on my sidebar.

And if YOU'D like to become a sponsor and help Kristen get to Africa, just let me know.

mccallald@yahoo.com

And by the way, today feels like a great day to link up a post about you and the chat you'd share with your blog friends if they were your neighbors. Agreed? See you here soon.

Daisy Mae's Giveaway: Feb. 11-15

If you look on my sidebar, you will find one of these:

It's a button link to my the website belonging to my newest sponsor!

Bloggers, I'd like you to meet Penny, the owner of Daisymaes.

Penny is a friend and social club sister from college, and she is undoubtedly one of the most talented people I have ever met. And I'm proud to say that over the past few years, I have watched her business grow and blossom into something FABULOUS!

And I LOVE the variety she offers.

Seriously, she has something not only for everyONE but for every OCCASION as well.

Get ready for the oober cuteness.

Penny offers LOTS of custom items, which I just love.

Wouldn't these key chains be awesome happies or teachers' gifts? I'm thinkin' so.

And I do believe my girls each need one of these:

Penny happens to be able to work magic with a paint pen. Don't believe me? Maybe this will help change your mind.

And I LOVE these new signs she's offering:

I just LOVE this little fella:

And I think this is so beautiful!

And all you Bachelor fans out there, Michelle might be crazy, but I LOVE her big, chunky monogram necklace. You too? Well, you can order yours from Penny.

And I mean it when I saw this is only a little bitty sneak peek of all the items Penny offers....Daisymaes may just become your new favorite place to shop.

Well, in addition to becoming my newest sponsor, Penny would like to offer one of these to one of you:

That's right; the winner will select any one of Penny's custom, hand stamped disks. And I'm kinda glad I can't possibly win this, because choosing one would be tough stuff for me.

To enter:

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Visit Daisymaes, drool over all the goodies, then come back here and leave a comment with the name of your favorite item or items. (I think asking you to choose just one might be criminal...)

OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL ENTRIES:

*Like Daisymaes on facebook.

*Join the Daisymaes e-mail mailing list.

*Place an order with Penny and leave a comment telling me what you ordered.

*Become a follower of my blog or remind me that you already are one.

*Post about this giveaway on your facebook, blog or twitter and leave a link if possible.

*Post about the Africa shirts we're selling on your facebook, blog, or twitter.

PLEASE LEAVE A SEPARATE COMMENT FOR EACH THING YOU DO, mkay?

The winner will chosen via random.org on the morning of Feb. 16th.

And, if you'd like to know more about you can become a sponsor of Lee, Me, and the Girls and how all the proceeds will go to help an orphanage in Africa, let me know. I'll be happy to talk details with you.

mccallald@yahoo.com

Here's hoping you and yours have a  wonderful, snow-free weekend.

Oh So Exciting

I've been waiting for this moment for months now. And it has finally happened;
my blog is officially SPONSORED.
Exciting doesn't even cover it.

AND, not only am I sponsored, but I think I might possibly be sponsored by one of the coolest girls ever to grace us with her talent.

Bloggers, meet Erin of Erin Norman Photography.

Isn't she beautiful? Well, get ready, because as beautiful as she is, she's even more talented.

I told her the other day that she needs to quit hogging all the talent and share some with the rest of us.

I'm pretty sure you're about to agree once you take a look at these:

Aren't they breath taking? I think I could seriously stare at her work for hours.

These last are in a tie for my favorite one of her prints:

Seriously, if it's possible to have a crush on a piece of art, consider me hopelessly in love.

 She needs to name the last one so I can doodle it in my notebook...hearts included.

I love her prints, and I love what she's done with them.

Feast your eyes on this:

That's right, folks. She's taken her photos and turned them into canvas masterpieces.

And THEY ARE FOR SALE! AHHHH!

 Wouldn't they be the most lovely addition to your home?

You can see them here, at her Etsy shop.

I love how she offers such a wide array of sizes, so no matter which print you like,

you can find it in a size that will work for you.

However, the fun doesn't stop with canvas.

She also offers these little beauties:

Isn't that ADORABLE???!!!!

And the best part is they come in a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes.

If you think Erin is as talented as I do, please check out her Etsy shop;

you'll find her button on my sidebar under my new SPONSOR section. (Insert squeal of delight here.)

You can also check her out on her facebook fanpage,

where she'll keep you updated about promotions and sales.

You should seriously take a minute and check out her website, which offers links to her blog (which is loads of fun, btw) and info. on how to get her to take photos for YOU if you live in the Las Vegas area.

 I'm honestly thinking it would be worth the trip to Vegas to get her to photograph my girls.

Erin, thank you again for believing in this blog o' mine enough to take a leap of faith and become my first sponsor. I appreciate it more than words can say.

Oh, and by the way, I'll be offering a giveway from her Etsy store next weekend. And let me just say that IT IS HUGE, monumental even. I mean BIG, BIG, BIG. You are NOT going to want to miss this one.

 It will run Saturday through Wednesday, October 16-20, so be sure to check back.

Speaking of giveaways, remember this little number:

You love it, don't you. I know I certainly do.

That's why I'm super excited that this is the week I'll be giving one away courtesy of a super cute Etsy shop that I'll be telling you more about on Friday. So in case Erin's AMAZING giveaway wasn't reason enough to come back soon, maybe this will seal the deal.

And don't forget, the Tisa's Creations giveaway ends tonight at midnight, and the Trick or Treat banner giveaway ends Thursday, October 14th.

AND, it's officially I AM THAT MOM week here at Lee, Me, and the Girls. I hope you'll read my amazing guest posts each day....and please feel free to leave comments if you like what you see.

 I hope someone  will read them and find comfort in knowing she is not the only mom out there who thinks being a mom is hands down THE hardest job there is.

Happy MONDAY to Y-O-U!