Hip Hip Hooray and First Giveaway!

Today Dita’s Darlings is 1 year old!

A year ago, I didn’t really know what a blog was

but I knew I just had to have one so off I went to create my own.

I never imagined I’d enjoy blogging and sharing photos of our everyday lives as much as I have.

I’ve made lots of friends along the way; something I never even imagined was possible.

I've just hit 120 posts which means I've averaged about 10 a month and

your comments and emails have meant so much to me.

When I hop over to visit your blogs, I truly feel as if I’m fortunate enough

to be sharing a cup of coffee with special friends and leave feeling hugged.

I can only say “thank you” for sharing your lives, your ups and downs,

your dreams, drama, tips, thoughts, views and humor with me.

Your personalities are all as unique as your blogs.

I've learned so much about many of you this year.

Had it not been for your blogs and mine;

I never would have had the opportunity to "meet" you.

I count you among my special friends and I’ve enjoyed every minute

of being part of your lives and sharing ours with you.

To celebrate, I've decided to do my first Giveaway.

I chose two things that I use every day because, well,

I like them and I figure you would too.

They're practical yet pretty and a kind of one size fits all!

(except for Ford, perhaps, but I'm sure Aly could take

these little babies off his hands if he wins!)

Anyone can enter by just leaving a comment.

If you don’t have a blog, you still need to leave a comment but just

be sure to include your email address so I can contact you if you win.

We’ll draw the winner on Sunday.

Thank you again for welcoming me into your hearts

and making me feel so special this year!