I haven't done any Blog Candy drawings in a while... I've been "saving up" for a BIG'n! And it's TIME! I'm going to keep the contents of the Blog Candy Surprise Box secret until Monday! You've got all weekend to enter (only once please). Simply leave a comment on this post and I'll choose a winner on Monday afternoon. You'll be glad you played if you win this box o' goodies! =) Don't forget to leave your NAME on your post! =)
It's a holiday weekend - YAHOO!
Woah, you have A LOT of comments!!! I'm Tara from Australia and have only just started reading your blog a few days ago.
Posted by: Tara | May 26, 2007 at 04:11 AM
I enjoy reading your blog and seeing the amazing photos and cards you come up with. Thanks so much for sharing.
Posted by: Wendy | May 26, 2007 at 03:44 AM
I just love the pictures you did of the toad, we have hundreds of frogs that hatch during the spring time and I just love hearing them sing. The first year we lived at our home I found out the pond on our property isn't spring feed so it dries up when there is no rain. I went down with a big bucket and tried to save all the frogs. My husband and new neighbors all thought I was crazy. But to me I was just saving such a wonderful animal. 14 Years later and I am still trying to take care of all the animals that come to our home. We even have a sign on our door that says " Stray Cats Welcome Here!" We have 5 cats in our home, one that was a stray that lives in my Sunporch and several strays that come for dinner, along with two racoons, two possums and anything else that is hungry including deer. But I won't change a thing, I love animals and I also love taking pictures of them when I can. Keep; up the good work!
Patti
Posted by: Patti J McCann | May 26, 2007 at 03:37 AM
In my next life I want to be an artist and photographer like you! Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful 'nature' photos. We're out in the country too and love the many animals and birds and creepy crawlies around us. Your regular blog updates with photos are such a treat. Keep 'em coming ...! (So sorry for the loss of your dear cat.)
Posted by: Tilly | May 26, 2007 at 03:36 AM
I would love to be the winner of your blogcandy! Every day i´m here and look at your beautiful pictures!
Posted by: Linda | May 26, 2007 at 02:15 AM
Hi Anna,
I enjoy viewing your blog. Thanks for offering the blog candy.
Posted by: Frances aka StampOwl | May 26, 2007 at 01:59 AM
I enjoy your blog. I love your cards, of course, but also really enjoy when you post the photos of critters:) Thanks for keeping me entertained and also for offering the blog candy.
Posted by: Linda SS | May 26, 2007 at 12:25 AM
I could use some happy stuff in my mailbox. I am so upset with hubby. I had a radiator leak and he said he would put some antifreeze stuff in for me so I could get to the dealer and get it fixed. MInd you, this car is only 1 years old this month and hardly any miles-likeless that 7 thousand. SO he does, I take it in and they call me today. He had put the stuff in the power brake line! He is an automotive engineer!!! HOw can he do something so dumb. He wont tell me how much I am out-but along with his stupid speeding tickets-I am gonna kill him for sure.
Posted by: Jan Scholl | May 25, 2007 at 11:33 PM
YAY! I love blog candy! Have a great Memorial Weekend!! :)
Posted by: aileen (inkydiva cards) | May 25, 2007 at 11:10 PM
I hope you have a great holiday weekend, with maybe some extra time for photos AND stamping! Thanks for sharing both with your faithful readers. :)
Posted by: Melissa | May 25, 2007 at 11:09 PM
Blog Candy!? It must be good for so many women to comment. Thank you for sharing your life with so many. Really appreciate your photography but also your inspiring cards. Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Stacy Morgan | May 25, 2007 at 10:52 PM
I sure enjoy your blog Anna! I have especially loved checking in each day for your Photo A Day. Thanks for sharing your creativity (and your wonderful animal photos) with us!
Posted by: Stefanie | May 25, 2007 at 10:07 PM
I really enjoy reading your blog! Love all of your pictures, the stamps you've created and your cards too! ~~Pam
Posted by: Pamela W. | May 25, 2007 at 09:56 PM
I love your blog, you are so dang talented, girl! I love coming here to get inspired. Your cards are wonderful, and your photos always WOW me!
Posted by: Deb (taxi mom) | May 25, 2007 at 09:47 PM
Have a great long weekend!
Posted by: Nicole | May 25, 2007 at 09:39 PM
Well, how exciting! Just what I need to cheer me up after a long night's work, a chance at fun stuff! Stephanie M.
Posted by: Stephanie M. | May 25, 2007 at 09:34 PM
HAVE A GREAT MEMORIAL DAY!!!
Posted by: lois lane | May 25, 2007 at 09:29 PM
LOVE your blog! Thanks for sharing your wonderful artwork and photos and stories with us!
Posted by: AngieE | May 25, 2007 at 09:25 PM
OOOH goodie, gotta try for this one. Surprise is always good!
Hope you have a wonderful Holiday weekend!!
I'm off Saturday and Sunday, but have to work Memorial Day. :0(
Have a good one!
Anette (snowmom13)
Posted by: Anette Eakins | May 25, 2007 at 09:21 PM
I love your blog - it is a great source of inspiration!!
Posted by: Jennifer Bradley | May 25, 2007 at 09:18 PM
Ooooh, I want to win! I love surprises. Anna, I just love to read your blog and look at your beautiful photos. You're so lucky to have so much creativity in one body. I wish I could meet you someday. I don't think we'd run out of things to talk about all day. Happy Memorial Day!
Posted by: Jennifer Peddicord | May 25, 2007 at 09:18 PM
OHH, I love suprises!! I also went a took a peek at your photo's Anna, and they are FAB! I really like how you put feeling into the photos. I really like the old fence photo. Enjoy the weekend and hoping that Mondays my lucky day! :)
Peggy F
Posted by: Peggy F | May 25, 2007 at 09:07 PM
Hi there! Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Kirsi | May 25, 2007 at 08:43 PM
Hello Anna!! Great way to start off the weekend...with Blog candy!! I got my package the other day - the papers are EXCELLENT QUALITY!! I just LOVE them -- everything is mondo perfect! Thank you again for ordering and getting everything that I wanted!!!
Elaine :)
Posted by: Elaine | May 25, 2007 at 08:34 PM
Your photos are breathtaking - I love your view on the world -
Posted by: Michelle | May 25, 2007 at 08:33 PM
sweet candy have a great weekend, Anna!
chelsey
Posted by: chelsey | May 25, 2007 at 08:31 PM
Love your blog! Thanks!!
Posted by: Sherrie | May 25, 2007 at 08:31 PM
Woohoo! Blog candy! :)
Have a wonderful weekend, Anna!
Posted by: Sarah Vrolyk | May 25, 2007 at 08:26 PM
What a great way to start the weekend! Thanks for the fun drawing; I'm really enjoying your PAD! Have a great weekend Anna....Did I ever mention that Anna was my Godmothers name?
Posted by: Kathyc | May 25, 2007 at 08:20 PM
I always enjoy visiting your blog. I like how you share your animals with us. We even get a bit of an education to go along with it. lol I enjoy your wonderful creations as well. Thanks for the inspiration and for sharing your animals with us. Have a great weekend.
Posted by: doverdi | May 25, 2007 at 08:09 PM
Here's wishing you a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend! I really enjoy your blog and thanks for offering up candy!
Posted by: Jackie | May 25, 2007 at 08:03 PM
Hi Anna, I ordered your Early Bloomer photo, had it framed and absolutely love it! It's always fun to check your blog-great photos, great stamped cards, great inspiration. thanks for all your work, Cindy O'Connor
Posted by: Cindy O'Connor | May 25, 2007 at 07:59 PM
I just can't stand to miss a day of checking your blog to see what's new on the farm. Thank you so much for allowing us to enjoy your farm experiences and your creativity. I hope I get the blog candy this time!!
Pam in TX
Posted by: Pam in TX | May 25, 2007 at 07:53 PM
I love your blog, your photos and your fantastic designs from Whipper Snapper...do I get bonus point for using those cutie WS stamps? LOL!
Posted by: Michele | May 25, 2007 at 07:48 PM
I come for your amazing photos and amazing ideas - and mystery blog candy is definitely one of the latter :)
Posted by: Valerie | May 25, 2007 at 07:35 PM
Oh, how exciting! Even more so because it's a surprise! I love your blog and your amazing photographs. Thanks for sharing them with your fans! ;)
Posted by: Britiney | May 25, 2007 at 07:29 PM
Look at all the comments. Good for you. Easy to see why your blog is terriffic. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us!
Posted by: jodene | May 25, 2007 at 07:23 PM
I LOVE your art and your photography, Anna... thank you so much for sharing yourself with us. You always bring a smile to my face.
Thanks.. Julia Diane
Posted by: Julia Diane | May 25, 2007 at 07:23 PM
How fun! I love your blog. I wish that I had even half of your creativity. I need you to teach me to take beautiful photos too. Thanks!
Posted by: Amy M. | May 25, 2007 at 07:18 PM
pick me, pick me.
Posted by: Tracye | May 25, 2007 at 07:13 PM
I LOVE your photos - and the toad pics are great. Love reading your blog, too. Have a great Memorial Day (and holiday weekend)!
Posted by: SusanH | May 25, 2007 at 07:12 PM
Great blog. Love surprises and can't wait to see what you are offering for blog candy. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Mary Campbell | May 25, 2007 at 07:12 PM
Anna!
Love your blog and I read it daily. I especially have enjoyed your beautiful photography. My 7 year old son and I cuddle up and look at the amazing animals you photograph and we have the best time reading about them! Thanks so much for sharing. We were very sad about Kimberly and my son said she is in kitty heaven eating at God's table! Happy Holiday weekend!
Posted by: Leesa Berry | May 25, 2007 at 06:55 PM
I just Love your Blog. You are a very talented person, your photography and cards are just the Best.
Eliz.
Posted by: Eliz. Peters | May 25, 2007 at 06:53 PM
WooHoo! Pick Me!
Posted by: Julie - jeweleintn SCS | May 25, 2007 at 06:48 PM
Have a fabulous long weekend. I enjoy looking at all your beautiful photography. Hope you will post some more of the farm animals soon. Did love the frog.
Jill
Posted by: Jill H. | May 25, 2007 at 06:44 PM
Have a fabulous long weekend. I enjoy looking at all your beautiful photography. Hope you will post some more of the farm animals soon. Did love the frog.
Jill
Posted by: Jill H. | May 25, 2007 at 06:43 PM
Surprises are ALWAYS FUN!! Thanks for sharing your beautiful photographs & card designs with all of us. They are a happy part of my day :) Have a safe & relaxing Memorial weekend!
Posted by: happy_stamper_Nancy | May 25, 2007 at 06:39 PM
Have a great holiday weekend!
Can't wait to see the grand unveiling of goodies :D
Posted by: Natasha Trupp | May 25, 2007 at 06:37 PM
oooh, I like surprises! :D....
Posted by: Trisha | May 25, 2007 at 06:35 PM
Anna-I thoroughly enjoy your work. Thanks for sharing. Your photography is truly inspiring.
Posted by: Chrissy | May 25, 2007 at 06:33 PM
Wow, what a treat! You are so very inspiring - your photography, cards and store. I enjoy visiting your blog to see your creative work. Enjoy your weekend.
Posted by: Eleanor Abril | May 25, 2007 at 06:29 PM
I've enjoyed reading your blog any chance I get. Your photography is amazing !!! Good luck to everybody !!
Posted by: glorie | May 25, 2007 at 06:26 PM
Thanks for sharing all of your talent with us. Your photos are fabulous and a real inspiration to those of us who desire to improve our photographic eye.
Posted by: Lynn Mercurio | May 25, 2007 at 06:22 PM
Love your blog! You are very talented!
Malissa
Posted by: Malissa | May 25, 2007 at 06:22 PM
Your photos make me feel like I am back in Texas. What a talent! Thank you for having such a great blog for everyone to enjoy.
Posted by: Mecah Dow | May 25, 2007 at 06:15 PM
I love your blog - it is always fun to come see what you have posted, pics of critters or pics of stamped projects. I grew up on a farm so I love all the critters you post.
Kris
Posted by: Kris A | May 25, 2007 at 06:13 PM
Blog candy, how fun! I hope you and Alan have a wonderful holiday weekend with your critters.
Posted by: Sally | May 25, 2007 at 06:12 PM
What fun! Blog candy is so worth the effort. Not much in store for the weekend but looking forward to it, nonetheless. Good luck to everyone.
Chris Hauck
Posted by: Chris Hauck | May 25, 2007 at 06:12 PM
Hi Anna, I have been stampin for about 6 months now and I am always looking for inspiration and I check your blog daily to see what your creative mind has come up with! I {heart} your cards!
Create a Great Long Weekend!!
Charlene
Posted by: Charlene Austin | May 25, 2007 at 06:12 PM
Whoa...look at all the posts already! Have fun this weekend!
Posted by: Allison | May 25, 2007 at 06:10 PM
Anna ~ Your blog is so inspirational. I love your cards and your bea-u-ti-ful pictures. I loved growing up on a farm in Idaho, and can't wait to move back there next year as soon as my dh retires from the Navy. I hope you and Alan have a wonderful long weekend. Thanks for offering the blog candy surprise box!
Posted by: Angi | May 25, 2007 at 06:09 PM
Have a great weekend, Anna. Can't wait to see what you've got cooked up this time whether I win or not!
Posted by: cheryl robinson | May 25, 2007 at 06:09 PM
Your photos are so neat. I wish I could take pictures like that. And, I am such an animal lover that I feel like I want to adopt all of your cows and donkeys and kitties and dogs. Don't forget to count your blessings!!!
Posted by: Wendy L. | May 25, 2007 at 06:08 PM
I still read you daily Anna. . . just haven't posted in a while . . . the carpel tunnel is really bad now so I don't type much anymore. I go to the doc on wednesday. I can't wait to see what the blog candy is and who wins! good luck everyone!
Tina
Posted by: Tina | May 25, 2007 at 06:08 PM
I simply adore your blog. Your cards are inspiring, your photography is awesome, and your wit keeps me chuckling. Thanks!
Susan C.
Posted by: Susan C | May 25, 2007 at 06:05 PM
Fun - I love surprises! Have a wonderful long weekend!!
~pegg
Posted by: Pegg | May 25, 2007 at 06:05 PM
yay - blog candy - you always have the BEST CANDY!!! Have a great weekend!
Posted by: kerry davis | May 25, 2007 at 06:03 PM
Thanks so much for the chance to win some goodies!
I have so been enjoying your wildflower and critter pictures! It's so nice to be able to enjoy the Texas treasures all the way from West Virginia!
I haven't seen Miss Daisy or Mr. Farley lately. Are they okay?
Thanks agian!
Jodie
Posted by: Jodie | May 25, 2007 at 06:02 PM
Oh, oh...pick me. :)
Posted by: Andrea | May 25, 2007 at 06:02 PM
Blog candy from SweetMissDaisy! LOL, you are going to have so many entries! Have a good day off. Take a few minutes to think about all our men and women in uniform who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Posted by: Lisa Hoekstra | May 25, 2007 at 06:00 PM
You are the BEST!
Posted by: Jamie Adams | May 25, 2007 at 05:58 PM
Yummy blog candy - so figure friendly!
Posted by: Deenie | May 25, 2007 at 05:57 PM
Pick me, pick me your favorite stalker. ~liz
Posted by: ~liz | May 25, 2007 at 05:51 PM
*waving* Hi, Happy Memorial Day weekend....Feel free to pick my name!!
Posted by: AJ/willosmama | May 25, 2007 at 05:44 PM
ooooh! blog candy, my FAVORITE! Have a lovely weekend!
Posted by: Dana Vitek | May 25, 2007 at 05:42 PM
Anna, your photography is just beautiful. I'm so inspired by you. I am in the Caribbean on vacation right now and today, I spent some time working on taking pictures just because I was so inspired by your work. Thank you so much for sharing. Can't wait to get back to Austin and see what I can shoot!
Posted by: Craftyengineer/TexasLonghorns | May 25, 2007 at 05:35 PM
Have a great Memorial Day weekend Anna!
~Melissa
Posted by: Melissa Norris | May 25, 2007 at 05:32 PM
Oh Anna Please Pink my number. I love your work, sheer genious.
Posted by: Sarah Spencer | May 25, 2007 at 05:29 PM
I LOVE surprises - and long weekends too (ours was this past weekend in Canada!!) :o)
Posted by: AmyR | May 25, 2007 at 05:25 PM
OMGoodness, that Mimosa tree bloom in your PAD gallery is gorgeous, Anna -- never knew something that pretty would grow here, either! Can't wait to see what your giveaway is -- have a great weekend!
Posted by: Sharon Harnist | May 25, 2007 at 05:22 PM
Pick me! I read your blog every day and support your ebay store! ;) You do an awesome job and I love to see what you are going to come up with next!
Lesa
Posted by: Lesa | May 25, 2007 at 05:22 PM
Pick me! I read your blog every day and support your ebay store! ;) You do an awesome job and I love to see what you are going to come up with next!
Lesa
Posted by: Lesa | May 25, 2007 at 05:21 PM
Mmmm... blog candy...
Just keep those beautiful photos coming and I will remain happy! Thanks for the inspiration!
~Tracey
Posted by: Tracey | May 25, 2007 at 05:20 PM
I always enjoy stopping by and visiting your blog. It's simply fun. And I want to enter for the blog candy drawing too.
Posted by: theresa r. | May 25, 2007 at 05:20 PM
Oh, what fun! Can't wait to see what it is and who's lucky enough to win it!! :)
Posted by: Marie - mariemc | May 25, 2007 at 05:15 PM
Love your blogg! I would just love to get a surprize from sweetmissdaisy!!
Have a great holiday weekend!
Posted by: Leslie Springer | May 25, 2007 at 05:04 PM
It is always inspiring to view your blog! I am sure your 'mystery' blog candy will be also!
Posted by: Lynda | May 25, 2007 at 05:02 PM
I love all of your photos, especially the animal pictures! Thanks for sharing them.
Posted by: Cindy B | May 25, 2007 at 05:01 PM
OH pick me pick me!
Enjoy your long weekend!
Posted by: Nancy | May 25, 2007 at 04:58 PM
Thanks for the drawing! I can't wait to see what it is.
Posted by: Jessica (jessrose21) | May 25, 2007 at 04:58 PM
I wanna play!!! You and Alan have a great Memorial weekend!
Posted by: Viv (VivLyn) | May 25, 2007 at 04:51 PM
What a great way to kickoff a holiday weekend! Thanks for your inspiration and I love seeing the pictures of your animals!
Posted by: Kathy McDowell | May 25, 2007 at 04:51 PM
woo hoo!! i love surprises... thanks for offering it! :)
Posted by: lilian | May 25, 2007 at 04:50 PM
Oh, a surprise! That is fun! I can't wait to see it! Have a good weekend.
Posted by: Cheryl Kelly-Van Domelen | May 25, 2007 at 04:48 PM
Wow! What a fun surprise for a great weekend. LOVE, LOVE your blog. Thanks for sharing your wonderful talents with the rest of us.
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | May 25, 2007 at 04:47 PM
Wow, Anna, it's sure been a loooong week! Thanks for offering us something fun and exciting to look forward to!! :)
Posted by: Danita | May 25, 2007 at 04:42 PM
Oh, blog candy is ALWAYS fun!! And a surprise is even better! Have a wonderful weekend with Alan and the critters! You know I LOVE LOVE LOVE your photography and your blog! You are DY-NO-MITE!!! :)
Posted by: diane mcvey | May 25, 2007 at 04:37 PM
Woo Hoo!! An Anna blog candy! I bet it's sumfin' wonderful :)
Posted by: Laura | May 25, 2007 at 04:36 PM
I'm going to use my comment to urge you to think twice about Memorial Day and what's all about. I wrote about it on MY blog:
http://suzannebalvanz.blogspot.com/2007/05/think-twice.html
Please keep our men and women in uniform in your prayers. And show gratitude for those who came before us and paid for our freedom with their lives.
Suzanne
proud daughter and wife of a War Veteran
PS I love your blog.
Posted by: Suzanne | May 25, 2007 at 04:30 PM