Thursday, October 2, 2008

Q&A and a Giveaway!

In honor of my 100th post which will be coming up here very soon (why am I so nerdy and actually keep track of these things?), I thought that I would share some of my favorite things with some fabulous bloggers out there.

And, since, I know that you all are just dying to know more about yours truly, and since it seems the cool new thing to do, I thought we'd have some good old fashioned Q & A. You ask, I answer. Easy enough.

To enter said giveaway, leave a question on this post--you can ask as many questions in one comment as ya like, but, each question will not count as an "entry". You can enter up to two times by "posting" additional questions in an additional comment (does that make sense? I just want to be fair!).
I'll post the answers and the Winner on Tuesday, so, that gives all you lurkers plenty of time to leave me a question and possibly win something very fabulous.

Oh? You mean I haven't told you what you could win? How silly of me! Well, my lovelies, this should get your Q & A juices flowin'....

The Winner of Fabulous Q & A Giveaway will receive:

Dior DiorShow Iconic mascara


This is the mascara that BFF L introduced me to last week which resulted in me damn near sprinting to the nearest department store. I am a DiorShow devout follower, but, my one beef is that if you apply some later in the day, you get spider eyes--which are not fabulous. This does not create spider eyes! It leaves you with lovely long and separated lashes. And, if you're like me and Eyelash Challenged, you can apply a coat of the original DiorShow on top.

Bare Minerals Eye Glimmer in Celestine

This is the perfect silvery cream shade of glimmer. It's not too much for the office and it can be layered for after office looks as well. This has also become a staple in The Plan, just, fyi. (also, the color pictured above is not Celestine)

OPI nail lacquer in Vodka & Caviar

My all time favorite red. It looks great on any skin tone and is perfect for the holidays. It is currently on my little piggies.

Autumn Mix

Duh.

So, have at it!

Leave me a question or two and I'll answer them all on Tuesday along with the Winner.

PS. I was not informed until the wee hours of the AM that The Office is not on tonight (thanks to the VP Debate). Even the poli sci major in me is bitter....Sigh...

**UPDATE**: Questions/Comments will be stopped as of 5 PM Central Time on Sunday, October 5. (there are just SO many!)

The winner will be announced on Tuesday (October 7).

Apologies if you were still commenting. I'll host another giveaway soon!

115 comments:

Melissa @ I Pick Pretty said...

Well, between the Autumn Mix and the mascara, I feel morally obligated to enter this. Thanks!

My question(s) is: how do you like Texas so far? Are you intending to stay here permanently, or will you eventually head back to our fair home state?

{Steve and Amanda} said...

I think I am definitely Eye lash challenged. I feel like I need to take a class on it or something. I can never get them to look just how I want them.

So..when are you guys gonna start making some cute babies? (you know stuff like that is on my mind) and when are we going to get together??? We really need to get together soon.

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Anonymous said...

oh.
my.
gosh.
i want to win! ♥

OK here are my questions:

1. What is your favorite Guilty Pleasure?

2. What is your Favorite place to be Kissed by your Husband?

3. Are you ticklish?

4. What is your biggest pet peeve?

5. Have you ever been arrested?

Dolly said...

Okay-I'd like to know which Office episode last season-was your all time favorite?

photography by suzanne said...

I LOVE id bare Minerals!!!

Can you name the top three things that are important in your life?

Do you feel that you are doing a good job centering your life around these top three things?

Who is your favorite Aunt???

Love you....he he he

The Fabulous Side of Me said...

I love reading your blog! And would love getting this give away! Unfortunately, I do not have a blog due to my husbands issues with predators, hackers, etc. so I enjoy reading fun and interesting blogs like yours (living my fantasy blog through other people is sad) :-) So I have a few questions for you:

1. What made you decide to start a blog?

2. What are your biggest worries in life (like my husband's interent worries)?

3. Are you doing (at this point in your life) what you always wanted to do?

Mrs.Preppy said...

I HAVE to try that mascara. If I were to only pick one (ok - maybe 2) makeup items, mascara would definately be it. That and lip gloss and under eye concealer. Ok, well make that 3. What would your 3 be?

Mrs.Preppy said...

AND here is my 2nd question. What is your favorite type of red wine, under $15?

cpullum said...

Is learning Italian hard? I am trying to learn German and it's so hard!

The Fabulous Side of Me said...

Not sure why my post showed up under your name! So weird!!!! SORRY!

Natalie said...

I'm soooo in! Great giveaway, my Lovely.

What is your favorite Italian word you've learned so far?

Who was your first kiss? (and explain the wheres and hows)

Who was your worst kiss? (and details, please)

and I really didn't know what you meant about the comment thing so I'm gonna think of something juicy and comment again just in case.

Natalie said...

What was your most embarrassing moment?

this should be fun...maybe I'll copy you (but I'll have to get creative to think up the prize!)

Natster said...

You are so awesome to do a giveaway! How fun!
I have a question...
What made you decide to go into Political Science as a Major? And did you love your program?

Natster said...

oh... I just thought of another one to increase my odds.... and some others just because :)

1)Where is your most favorite place that you have lived? [this can include presently]
2)What is your "theme" song and why?
[we all need theme/power songs]
3) What made you decide to be a "Diet-now-Healthy Diva?"
4) What is your favorite thing about yourself?

Henry said...

Cool! Let's have some fashion questions!
1.) What is the most expensive item of clothing you own?
2.) Where did you get your sense of style?
3.) What bag/purse/clutch are you currently carrying/wearing?

Preppy Pettit said...

I just found you from Kappa prep. If you want a rec. for Cotillion Club, I should be able to do that for you.
And for JLD, I am already sponoring Kappa Prep, but I could get you sponsors.
E-mail me.

HilLesha O'Nan said...

What is one beauty product that you cannot live without?

What is your favorite beauty brand?

What is your favorite store?

What is your favorite clothing brand?

lilacbutterfly [at] earthlink.net

Anonymous said...

How old are your furbabies? Love them!!!! you make a beautiful family!

Anonymous said...

This looks awesome!

As for questions...
What kind of music is on your ipod?
What is your favorite dessert?

arbrashears (at) msn (dot) com

Mikki said...

I am so totally eye lash challenged--short, blond eyelashes-yuck! Great giveaway. I love the questions idea. Very cool. So, let me think......
1. How did you meet your hubby?

2. How did he propose?

rewcath said...

congrats on your 100th post, how long will it take to get to your 500th post?? Thanks for the chance to win

susan1215 said...

What made you start blogging your own website?

Amy said...

So, we've known each other for what? 10 years now? Wow... time flies!
So the one thing I want to know is [okay maybe it's two]
1. If you could change one thing about yourself what would it be & why?
and 2. If you could eat one thing (without gaining a single pound) for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Unknown said...

What is your beauty routine at night?

MOMFOREVERANDEVER said...

Would you ever get botox ?
What is the most horrible experience with a product you have had?
How often do you get your hair done?
Do you get manis/pedis and how often?
Are you really a lady and not an old man using a females picture just to chat with other ladies online?
How many children do you want?

{amy k.} said...

Ohhhhhh I soooo want to win! :) First of all I've loved reading your blog and becoming friends! And I really need to try Autumn Mix!

My question: When will your book be published? (I really want to buy it)

(ps I'm sad you didn't get to have the excitement of The Office tonight, but I was happy to hear from you that it wasn't on tonight because I was at "Disney on ice" with my sweet nieces!)

Saucy said...

You won't be answering ALL of these questions! Here's one:

If you had to give Sarah Palin a makeover, where would you start - hair or glasses?

mar said...

How many hours a day to you work at your site?

Anonymous said...

Texas? Then, distracted as I am by new makeup and Autumn Mix, my question is, does the state feel different since Ike?

Erica C. said...

Aren't you a little heart broken that Jim&Pam are engaged because we all want Jim for ourselves?

idahomom said...

Have you been to the Alamo?
What makes you smile?

agordon10 said...

How hot is it in Texas? We may move there soon and i hate the humid heat.

buzzd said...

Do you have a secret beauty tip? I love hearing the tips from the stars and makeup artists and other people. Thanks!

Mar said...

That is great 100 posts. I love the giveaway.
My question is what is the perfect gift for you to give to a loved one?

Unknown said...

What is the most profound thing you have ever read?

jffryclough said...

will i win???

kygirl said...

My Question
What is your favorite color?

Unknown said...

O-M-G(osh)! I've been wanting to TRY this Dior mascara I've heard so many wonderful things about! So thank you for the chance!

Question 1:
What is your favorite makeup brand, ever!?

Question 2:
Where on earth did you get that adorable Houndstooth Coat in your picture?!?? LOVE IT!!

Unknown said...

Also, I'm Italian, and have been wanting to learn Italian for quite some time now. How hard was it overall? Thanks!!

tatertot374 said...

Thank you for having this!
1. What is something you enjoy more than anything?
2. What is your favorite outdoor activity?
Thanks!
tatertot374@sbcglobal.net

kmbennet said...

What was your favorite Halloween Candy when you were a kid, and what is it now?
Thanx for the contest.

Jessica said...

ok - i saw the contest and there were a few comments so i was going to take a little while and when i came back there were over 40 comments! wow! ok....
what do you miss most about home?
what was your favorite place to eat there?
what do you love most about tx?
what is your favorite place to eat here?
where is the coolest place you've ever been (besides tx of course)?
do you have a publisher/ are you almost done with the book?

iggysaysno said...

What's your favorite Halloween candy?

Anonymous said...

the mascara is WONDERFUL!!!...I am eyelashed challenged, as well....and this is the best mascara I've ever had!

Questions....

What inspires you to write?
What is your favorite holiday, and how do you celebrate it?

mogrill said...

My Question is how cool does it get during the winter in Texas? Does it every really cool down?

vboackle said...

Just when is it ok to wear a tiara?

Anonymous said...

If you could throw anything out of your man's closet what would it be and why?

TC said...

Do you think Andy and Angela will ever get married on the Office?

Damla said...

1. Have you ever been in Turkey?
2. What kind of music do you like most?

damlakayi (at) yahoo.com

jemscout425 said...

i've never looked good in mascara. is there a secret to it?

karebear said...

What is your favorite season?

danosor said...

I am a subscriber.

mverno said...

are you a mother

Katmagick said...

I would love to win this!
What are your aspirations in life?

Katmagick said...

Is your husband your soulmate?
Long or short courtship?

MaggieM said...

I am new to your blog, so forgive me if these questions have already been answered by you....(1) How old are you? You look like a teenager. (2) What is your book about? I would love to win your giveaway no matter how old you are or what your book is about, lol.

rosannepm said...

Does anyone else have trouble with getting sty's in their eyes from mascara?

msrodeobrat said...

my question is... what is your favorite recipe?

As a cooker, I am always looking for others opinion

Taty said...

Have you been to Tuscany, and, if so, what did you think?

tgoly[at]yahoo[dot]com

Taty said...

What is your book about?

tgoly[at]yahoo[dot]com

miriama said...

Mmmm......makeup!

Okay, I love to write but have no discipline. So...

1. Do you incorporate your family and friends into your book? Or perhaps it is a memoir?

2. I am sitting amidst a house full of boxes with a U-Haul in the front yard. Though it's a bit late to ask ;) what are your best moving tips?

miriama said...

Oh, yes.....another question.

Favorite Italian actor or actress?

Kaci said...

Oooo that mascara is friggin awesome! :)

What is your morning routine?

Do you like routine?

Does it freak you out if routine is messed up?

LOL! Have a great weekend!

Unknown said...

Where do you go to refresh your spirit?

Aisling said...

When you created your blog, how did you get people to start reading and responding?

Zenas said...

What kind of jewelry do you most want to make?

verdere at gmail dot com

yadgirl said...

Have you ever thought of writing a book?


How much sleep do you normally get?

Rapunzel676 said...

Is a shoe really the love of your life? :-D

Rapunzel676 said...

What makeup item can absolutely, positively not live without?

getpalmd said...

Which is the worst trend ever? :-)

Polished10 said...

Hi! Thank you for the amazing contest. I love every prize being given, they're fabulous.

1. What is your honest opinion of Texas? (I live in Central Texas & hate it, but places like Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, etc. I LOVE!)

2. Have you ever been to London? (I love to travel, just as you do & my favorite place has been London.)

3. What is your book about?

Anonymous said...

What is your favorite food?

Unknown said...

what is your fave pair of shoes?

5webs said...

Granny panties or a thong? I'll go first--granny panties all the way-yipeeeee!
Alicia Webster
5webs@comcast.net

deb126 said...

Thanks for a great giveaway and yes I would love to win it, my question is what do you prefer: Jeans or dressed up?? I personally feel most comfortable in my jeans and so glad that my job allows me that advantage, thanks again for fantastic prizes so looking forward to trying out that mascara...GLTA

diesel51 said...

Great prize!

Do you get your hair dyed and is so, what is the color?

LadyJemima said...

Thanks for the fun giveaway--what girl doesn't need more makeup?

Question: Do you plan on learning any other languages? If so, which one and why? I'd like to learn Russian because I think it would be a challenge and I like to challenge myself.

Julieh said...

How do you keep mascara from clumping?

Anonymous said...

What do you envision for yourself five years down the road?

doot65{at}comcast[dot]net
Elizabeth

Anonymous said...

What is your favorite fashion magazine?

doot65{at}comcast[dot]net
Elizabeth

FederalHumanist said...

Sian Birke
Age 33
Female
a) Should unhealthy food carry strong health warnings like packets of cigarettes? please explain your reasons

And

b) Should parents be punished for allowing their children to become clinically obese? please explain your reasons

hayley said...

Hmmmmm....

If you could only eat one food for the rest of your lift what would it be?

Also, if you could only take one beauty product on a trip with you what would it be?

oreo89 [at] gmail [dot] com

Dumaurier said...

I'm 26 and breaking out all the time, I really didn't have acne in my teens so this is embarassing! What can I use thats REALLY effective?

Monogramchick said...

What a fun Giveaway!
So my question is:
If your house were on fire, what one thing would you go back in to get (aside from people and pets).

Monogramchick said...

What would Mr. SP say you'd go back in for?

The Shabby Princess said...

Thanks for all the questions lovelies! I'm working on answering them and I'll post the winner on Tuesday. I hope you all keep reading and commenting :)

Thanks!
SP

GALENA said...

WHAT IS /WAS YOUR FAVORITE BOOK?

cindy said...

If you are 40 or over can you wear eye liner?

Anonymous said...

What is your favorite movie?

JACLYN said...

That mascara is the BEST!

What blogs are your inspirations?

Kate said...

Have you really closed the contest? Boo, sad.

If not, do you ever get the "I do not feel like blogging" blues?

imaclutz89 said...

How do you feel about posting your 100th post? Are you excited? And will you be posting more often to get to 200?

Miss Spoken said...

Do you favor a particular perfume?
gkstratos@yahoo.com

Ally said...

I really want to enter this but I don't want you to get too stressed out with all the questions. Okay, I'll ask a easy one: What is your favorite color? Thanks!!

agsweeps [@] hotmail [.] com

Anonymous said...

ieHave you seen Fredericksburg or Luckenbach yet?
Thanks for the giveaway ;o)
dukier44 [at] aol.com

bison61 said...

what are the best anti-aging products (without spending alot of money)

tiramisu392 (at) yahoo.com

Marilyn said...

How did you come up with the name of Shabby Princess?

Sahm Lee said...

Favorite author?

mojomomma said...

I need some serious lash help. And my questions are what is your fave late night snack guilty indulgence?

When channel surfing what movie will always make you stop and watch even if you have seen it a 100 times?

Finally if you could spend a week anywhere in the world where would it be.

Jennifer said...

What color is your toothbrush??

You would be surprised how much this says about a person.

Anonymous said...

Well considering I just had this problem yesterday..."what do you think is a good price to repair the sole and heal of your favorite Louboutin's?"

klp1965 said...

how many pets do you have :)

klp1965 said...

how many computers do you have in your home :)

Anonymous said...

My question is how do you like Texas?

Smooshy said...

What's your favorite animal?

iggysaysno said...

What's your favorite Opi color?

Anonymous said...

Where do you like to vacation. What music do you like. garrettsambo@aol.com

cman said...

What's your favorite historical place to visit?

joannaonthelake said...

What's the craziest thing you and your husband have done, this is "G" rated, LOL! It can be either while you were dating or after you were married! My husband and I are so much alike and we will do crazy things like dance to the mexican music in the parking lot at Don Pablos while it is snowing outside, true story! Share yours with us.

Anonymous said...

My question is "Why do you do this"?

joannaonthelake said...

I thought of a second question to ask! If you could relive one unique moment of your life because it was so amazing, what would that moment be and why? I don't mean something typical like your wedding or the birth of your children (not that you would want to relive that, LOL) but some moment that is more illusive and atypical. Again, "G" rated! I am still contemplating mine, but the one I am thinking about is lengthy because I have to give some background info to help people understand so I won't post it here, hmm maybe a novel is in store for me!!
joannaonthelake@gmail.com

Samantha said...

Thanks for the chance to win these awesome prizes!
Anyway, I wanted to know who your favorite artist is and why?

Erica G said...

Why did you start blogging?

egreca (at) hotmail {dot} com

masonsgranny59 said...

What is your favorite season?