Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Mid-Winter's Eve Giveaway Blog Hop Dec 21st-27th

The Mid-Winter's Eve Blog Hop will run from Dec. 21st till 27th. 
Thanks to Jessie Harrell from Oasis For YA and
for co-hosting.

Contest will be open internationally.
I will be giving away a $10 Amazon/Barnes and Noble Gift card or
I'll let you chose a book from Book Depository
up to $10 and as long as they ship free to you,
you can enter.
Just make sure they ship to you. If not sure,  check here.
I love to win Gift Cards and these are the simplest and the best as far as I'm concerned.
For every 50 brand new followers, I'll give away another $10 Gift card or
book from Book Depository.
AmazonGiftCard
B&N
Book Depository

To enter:
Simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below and answer this question in the comments--
"What is your favorite thing about Mid-Winter?"

Hope you'll take the time to look around,
make a comment or two.
I am number 14
and The Mod Podge Bookshelf (US)  is in front of me
and Cuzinlogic (Int) is behind me.
WOW! There are over 400 blogs participating! How awesome is that!
Click HERE for the full list of participating bloggers on the hop.
This is a great way to meet more bloggers, win books, gift cards and more!

Click on the "Read More" to take you to Rafflecopter--
If you have any problem getting Rafflecopter to come up,
generally refreshing the page will fix it.
Read "Click for Instructions" before answering the question!



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256 comments:

  1. Tiffany RochelleDecember 21, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Wow! Awesome giveaway! I'm a new follower! :)

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  2. Tiffany RochelleDecember 21, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    Ok I commented and forgot to answer the question..you can delete the first comment :P I'm a dummy!! LOL

    My favourite thing about mid-winter is snow! I love snowy weather and curling up inside with a good book and a comfy blanket and watching the snow fall outside!!

    Awesome giveaway! New follower here!!

    Tiffany
    tiffanyhollett(at)gmail(dot)com

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  3. JewelDecember 21, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is the clothes.
    Boots, scarves & coats...oh my!
    Also I love sleeping in, hot chocolate & sitting in front of the heater with a nice book. :)
    GFC: Jewel
    jewel4jay AT hotmail DOT com
    Thanks & Happy Holidays!

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  4. Cathy MDecember 21, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    Thanks for the contest and happy holidays.

    caity_mack at yahoo dot com

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  5. NovelKatieDecember 21, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    My favorite thing about Mid-Winter is that it is the 'hump-day' of the worst season! Finally you feel as if you are heading towards spring - even if there is still a LOT of cold weather ahead!

    Merry Christmas and thanks for a great giveaway.

    Katie

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  6. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Winter baking!! All of those cookies. Mmmmm.

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  7. AndreaDecember 21, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    Christmas break is my favorite!

    andrea2russia@hotmail.com

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  8. Ms Saba (aka Teacher007.5)December 21, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    Hot tea!!! Mid-winter is great for snuggling up in bed with hot tea and some soft music :D

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  9. Randi MDecember 21, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is snuggling up on my couch with a warm blanket, some hot cocoa, and a good book on lazy, chilly, snowy days. :) Thank you for the giveaway!

    Randi
    randi DOT wedekind AT gmail DOT com

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  10. BekkaDecember 21, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is Christmas of course!

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  11. Chocolate Chunky MunkieDecember 21, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    What I most love about midwinter is the lovely cold crips mornings, where you can see the frost on the hedgerows.

    GFC - Chocolate Chunky Munkie

    Chocolatechunkymunkie@gmail.com

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  12. MarianneDecember 21, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    I've never actually experienced winter before, but here in the Philippines, December is nice and cool, which is a nice change from the usual hot weather.

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  13. brendajeanDecember 21, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    My favorite thing about Mid Winter is that Spring is just around the corner. Seriously it is COLLLLLLD where I live! (okay, but I do love playing in the snow)

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  14. Cathy CDecember 21, 2011 at 3:20 AM

    i like Mid winter because it is that much closer to springtime!

    catherine0807 at hotmail dot com

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  15. tweetyscuteDecember 21, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    The best thing about mid-winter is its proximity to the holidays! Time with family, an excuse to eat more sweets than necessary, all great things. It's practically the definition of mid-winter! (:

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  16. FairyWhispersDecember 21, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    thx for the giveaway

    =)

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  17. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Thanks for the giveaway.

    What I like about midwinter is that this is the shortest day of the year. After that, it gets lighter again - I don't like dark nights!

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  18. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    Snow of course! ;)

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    Amy @ Turn the Page

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  19. ChrisDecember 21, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    I like how bright the stars are in mid-winter.

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  20. mimzDecember 21, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    My favourite thing is definitely Christmas break and the Holidays! :D Just visiting my grandparents, getting away from everything. :)

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  21. Jasmine1485December 21, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    I love getting dressed up all snuggly in my warm clothes and being able to wear big stompy boots :)

    kate1485 at hotmail.com

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  22. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    There's no winter in the country where I live... However, I think the snow would be something I'd enjoy during mid-winter, since I've never experienced snow or its coldness.

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  23. JetDecember 21, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    The thing I like most about mid-winter (winter in general) is being able to wear my warm clothes, doesn't get cold very often in Australia, gotta enjoy it while you can :)

    bookdevoteereviews(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  24. SandyG265December 21, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is my company shuts down for a week and a half

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  25. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    It's actually almost summer where I live, but what I like about winter are the cooler temperatures. My dream is to see snow one day. *-* LOL

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  26. mikiDecember 21, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    mid winter...i love the fact that the holidays permit me to stay with my family

    all the best

    isabelle(dot)frisch(at)gmail(dot)com

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  27. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    My favorite thing is the waiting for christmas, hoping for snow... when it gets cold and I can whip out my embarrasing hats... I love everything apart from black ice and gaudy christmas lights!

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  28. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    Sorry, my email adress is jade-walker@hotmail.co.uk

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  29. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    I wish I could say my favorite thing about Mid-Winter is the snow, but we don't have any here! :P Apple Cider is a close second :)

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  30. test3sDecember 21, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    For me is snow and the holiday spirit :)
    What about you?

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  31. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    My favourite thing about midwinter is the early dark, which makes me want to light candles and cuddle up on the couch under the blankets with a comfy read.

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  32. Marjorie/cenya2December 21, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    I just really enjoy this season with anticipation for the holidays.

    cenya2 at hotmail dot com

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  33. hollsDecember 21, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    I love the weather. Thanks

    Hollybwright atcomcastdotnet

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  34. jcwega27December 21, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    the holidays
    jessicawedwards@gmail.com

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  35. SuzDecember 21, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Thanks for this amazing giveaway - I would love to win! I like mid-winter because of the holidays!

    klaxon63350 (at) mypacks (dot) net

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  36. Ana NorteDecember 21, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    My favorite thing is teh weather! Not so cold, but not so hot! Ideal to walk though the city!

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  37. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    My favorite thing is drinking hot chocolate! Thanks!

    texas_gal45(AT)hotmail(DOT)com

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  38. Jenn CDecember 21, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    I love not knowing if I'll wake up to a blanket of white! Thanks for the giveaway!

    jenn.cunha at gmail.com

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  39. NedrawDecember 21, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    The only thing I can think of that I like about mid-winter is it's the halfway point to Spring which is my favorite season.
    Thanks for an awesome giveaway!

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  40. Chelsea WDecember 21, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    I love the way the sun looks this time of year! Anytime its shining is really appreciated.

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  41. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    I love Christmas lights.
    amandarwest atgmaildotcom

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  42. Meg SDecember 21, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    I love snow! Can't wait for it to finally come this year.

    Meg S
    mysecretagentloverman at gmail dot com

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  43. DonnaDecember 21, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    I love everything about winter. Love the cold and the snow.
    follow on facebook and linked to fb donna lawrence

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  44. kimberlybuggieDecember 21, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    The best thing about midwinter is the snow! The cold air in the mornings is refreshing when I'm going to work and I loved the snow starting to fall.

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  45. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I love hot soups, coffee and good reading!

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  46. latanya tDecember 21, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    cooler weather

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  47. CricketDecember 21, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    I love being able to drink hot chocolate, that is my most anticipated thing and I love the holidays.

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  48. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    In mid-winter, some of the scenery in the woods is absolutely breathtaking.

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  49. Sarika PatkotwarDecember 21, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
    My favourite thing about mid- winter is a delicious, steaming mug of hot chocolate. ;) Plus, the nice and pretty winter wear that you can flaunt!
    Email- sarikapatkotwar@gmail.com

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  50. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I wish I can experience it but there is no winter where I live.

    Malvina Beatrice

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  51. Reading Mind / The Loyal Book December 21, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I love fireplaces, hot cocoa, blankets and Christmas decorations!

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  52. Carrie SmartDecember 21, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    I love cold days where I can sit by a fire and read a good book with a cup of hot chocolate

    csmart218(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  53. Runaway Bridal PlannerDecember 21, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Thanks for the great giveaway!!

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  54. SacredmOOnDecember 21, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is that we're at the half-way point to spring. I really dislike the cold. Hey, I'm a Floridian! Thank you for the giveaway! DeAnna Schultz

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  55. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Thanks for the giveaway! I agree GC do make things very simple and as a reader you know the TBR is always growing! My favorite thing about mid winter is the chill in the air that allows me to grab a blanket and cuddle up with a good book! Christmas season is always a favorite that is mid winter! We love to make crafts sand gifts for loved ones!
    kelleynutrition at gmail dot com

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  56. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    the christmas season. i love spending time with family.

    Terri Matlock

    GFC: mommy0306

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  57. orianaDecember 21, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    well, i live in Chile, so now we are in summer, but i love Winter, i love the rain and taking hot chocolate!
    thanks for making this international!
    gfc follower

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  58. AllieDecember 21, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    My favourite thing about mid-winter is snowfall!

    icecreamavalanche at gmail dot com

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  59. Simply KaylaDecember 21, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    My favorite thing is the book give aways and contests!!

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  60. Jessica ( frellathon )December 21, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Thanks for the awesome giveaway. Love the hops

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  61. dookiepookiebearDecember 21, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    eating all things peppermint-y.

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  62. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Normally I would say my favorite thing is the snow, but we don't have any this year. It's making me kind of sad. I like a white Christmas.

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  63. justpeachy36December 21, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    I love this time of year. All of the winter birds are out including the beautiful cardinals and blue jays. I love looking outside on a snowy morning and knowing I will hear my children laughing while the sled down the hill. I just love winter!

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  64. Stacy TaylorDecember 21, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    I live in Alaska so I really love the surreal feeling associated with the cold and darkness of mid winter. It feels kind of like living on another planet.

    Thanks and happy holidays!

    stacy1663(at)gmail(dot)com

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  65. The Lovely ReaderDecember 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is being home from college and being able to lay around the house and wait for snow. I also love drinking hot chocolate while it snows :)

    barbrafl737 (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  66. kristina shieldsDecember 21, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    I just like that we are half way to spring and warmer weather!

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  67. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Favorite thing about mid-winter: Christmas.

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  68. anmeDecember 21, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I like midwinter because it is chilly enough to start making the heavy and oven-required dinners and desserts without causing heatstroke! I also love layering clothes.

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  69. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    I love the Mid winter cause that when the really cold weather comes and I'm sitting in from of the fireplace with a good book :)

    Thanks for the chance to win

    Kristie Betts
    Momsfreebies17@yahoo.com

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  70. Bookworm LisaDecember 21, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    I love getting in my PJ's early and curling up with a good book in a nice and warm house.

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  71. Unabridged BookshelfDecember 21, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Celebrating Christmas will all my extended family, and watching my girls open their Santa presents on Christmas morning. Also, curling up with a good book, and hot apple cider while the snow falls outside.

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  72. StormyDecember 21, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is that winter is halfway over. lol I hate the cold. I'm kind of like Bella Swan in that way. I don't like anything cold or wet and I won't ever have a hot big werewolf to keep me warm so...I just have to endure it to the end.

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  73. Patricia Wojnar CrowleyDecember 21, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    My favorite thing about Mid-Winter are the cold snowy evenings where I can just stay in with the family and watch a good movie!

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  74. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    My fav thing about mid winter is cuddling up with a good book
    teressaoliver at gmail dot com

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  75. LeceaDecember 21, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Mid-Winter where I live is peak snowfall time, my favorite part of the season!

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  76. LisaILJDecember 21, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    My favorite thing is the anticipation of the upcoming holidays for the gifts and the food. Plus the start of the New Year.

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  77. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    My favourite thing about Mid-Winter is that I travel from the city I study to my hometown and get back with all my friends and family and finally get some rest! :)

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  78. Colleen BoudreauDecember 21, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Christmas decorations & baking!
    holliister at gmail dot com

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  79. *Jam*December 21, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    My favorite thing abou Mid-Winter this year is that I'm on vacations!

    Thanks for the chance! =)

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  80. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    I love when it snows and you step out late at night and just breath in the cold. The world is so calm you can smell the snow and smell the fires in fireplaces. So peaceful



    giveawaymommy at yahoo dot com
    blumblebees at yahoo dot com

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  81. Liese2December 21, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    The thing I like most about midwinter is that it's half way over. I don't like driving in the snow!
    sqwalker2@hotmail.com

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  82. Stacey BrucaleDecember 21, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  83. mamabunny13December 21, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    I love the holidays!

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  84. ElisquaredDecember 21, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    My favorite part of mid-winter is the fact that UNIVERSITY IS OVER!!!! I love having my break time where I can read the books I want to read!

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    Elisquared

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  85. Sophia RoseDecember 21, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Thanks for participating in the hop and for the giveaway opportunity.

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is the colder weather. I'm not a heat person.

    Shared on FB: https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flisaslovesbooksofcourse.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F11%2Fmid-winters-eve-giveaway-blog-hop-dec.html%3Fspref%3Dfb&t=Mid-Winter%27s+Eve+Giveaway+Blog+Hop+Dec+21st-27th

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  86. Tiff PullDecember 21, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    I love winter weather,

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  87. Irene JacksonDecember 21, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Why do I like midwinter ? Being snowed in is such a good excuse to cancel everything and cuddle up on the sofa with a blanket a hot chocolate and a good book. Husband and cat are optional extras :)
    irgl7(at)bonzo15(dot)plus(dot)com

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  88. Maegan MorinDecember 21, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    My favorite part of Mid-Winter is the fact that it is not yet too cold to play in the snow... and yes it gets that cold here! Brrrr...

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  89. MicheleDecember 21, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    That mid winter is almost over!! haha

    Michele Luker GFC

    jmluker at winco dot net

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  90. RickiDecember 21, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Snow!!!

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  91. LolawidDecember 21, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    My favorite thing about mid-Winter is that Winter is half over!! :o)

    Thanks!

    widsfam7 @ digis dot net

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  92. Mariana SDecember 21, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    My Favorite thing? The food!! I love how close we are of Christmas and I Love the food, hot cocoa, coffee... everything!

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  93. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is the outside ice skating rink. I hate the cold but I enjoy going there.

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  94. BRN2SHOP9December 21, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Thank you.

    brn2shop9 at gmail dot com

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  95. Reading Away The DaysDecember 21, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway! My fave thing about mid-winter is curling up in bed with the heat on reading a good book with a nice cup of tea :)

    Happy hoildays :)

    meganmcdade2008 (AT) yahoo (DOT) co (DOT) uk

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  96. JBarr5December 21, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    looking forward to peace and quiet snowfall brings. very nice atmosphere when reading books.
    happy holidays
    thanks for the contest.
    Julie

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  97. HollyDecember 21, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    My favorite thing is having a lazy day in my pajamas and slipper boots, with an endless supply of coffee and reading material!

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  98. LoveOfBooksDecember 21, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Using the fireplace. That's it. I'm a total summer person.

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  99. PatDecember 21, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is curling up inside with a good book.
    pkildow at gmail dot com

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  100. marianDecember 21, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    my favorite thing about mid-winter is snow!!!

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  101. UnknownDecember 21, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    I love the cool, crisp air,
    Thanks for the giveaway!!

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  102. Nay NayDecember 21, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    Happy Holidays. My favorite thing about midwinter is I get to use my fireplace. Living in Southern California doesn't give me many opportunities to use it and it gets cold enough in winter to do so.

    Thanks for the chance to win.

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  103. annDecember 21, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Snuggling up with a nice warm blanket and a good movie or a good book

    amhengst at verizon dot net

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  104. samantha35December 21, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    great giveaway
    follow via gfc- samantha35
    drakebdog@gmail.com

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  105. nayjfDecember 21, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    my favorite thing about midwinter is my 2 weeks off every year. Woot!

    Antane

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  106. sarahDecember 21, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    The holiday drinks at Starbucks!

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  107. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway! What I love about mid-winter, living in Ontario is ... snow! :)

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  108. HelenDecember 21, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    The weather I love to cool down after summer,and it makes it feel like the holidays.

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  109. StephanieDecember 21, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    My favorite thing is having my kids home for winter break.

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  110. Kristin AragonDecember 21, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    I love the winter. The snow, the "feeling" of the holidays, just everything about it.

    Thanks for the giveaway.

    ~Kristin

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  111. LindseyDecember 21, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is getting cozy - getting a blanket, some coffee and curling up with a book.

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  112. deanna_boocockDecember 21, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    My fav thing in Calgary are the ice warm chinooks.
    deanna_boocock@hotmail.com

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  113. JuanaDecember 21, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    The colder weather is my favorite.

    jmesparza821(at)gmail(dot)com

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  114. ThaisDecember 21, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    It's not really Mid-Winter here in Brazil, it's actually summer... but when it is Mid-Winter what I love about it is the possibility of curling up under some blankets with a cup of hot chocolate and a good movie!

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  115. Terri MartinDecember 21, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    My favorite thing is Christmas.
    Thanks for the giveaway.

    phoenixgrill@aol.com

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  116. OllieDecember 21, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Though I hate the cold weather I love it when a gentle snow falls at night among the twinkling lights of Christmas.

    Thanks for this giveaway!

    redfirewood888(AT)yahoo(DOT)ca

    Ollie aka DarkBloodyVamp

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  117. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    It's not humid!
    jmcghee2024@yahoo. dot com

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  118. Veronica W.December 21, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    You have a new follower!

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  119. AleethaDecember 21, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    The day off :D

    aleetha.ally at gmail dot com

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  120. nodizziesDecember 21, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    My birthday! It's next week actually :)

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  121. Candie LDecember 21, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    It is Christmas and I am off work. Thank you

    candieluster(at)gmail(dot)com

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  122. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Nie giveaway!

    My favourite thing is watching the dogs play in the snow ... they're so happy when they can bounce through it!

    readinginwinter AT gmail DOT com

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  123. Adelina PriddisDecember 21, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Using the fireplace!

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  124. elinDecember 21, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    Xmas is the best thing about mid winter.
    emilymeimei204 at yahoo dot ocm

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  125. Christine A.December 21, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Favorite thing about weather.... watching my Christmas cactus bloom- so pretty. Plus an excuse to eat lots of great food!

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  126. MeganDecember 21, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    I love the first snow. That's always the best snow. Every snow after that is always annoying.

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  127. Courtney WyantDecember 22, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    I would say the snow but no snow in south Mississippi before January... :)

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  128. SpadesHighReadsDecember 22, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter would have to be the seasonal Carmel Brule that Starbucks make yummmm and the perfect weather to cuddle =)

    GFC Follower: SpadesHighReads

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  129. StephanieDecember 22, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    Curling up by the fire with a good book!

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  130. June M.December 22, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    I do like the clothing (sweaters & boots) but I don't really like cold.
    Have a great holiday season!
    June M.
    manning_j2004 at yahoo dot com

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  131. Read for your future!December 22, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    my favorite thing about Mid winter is the hops and the snow. I look forward to this hop and the next hop in the einter time. I love the snow and curling up with a good book like Isle of Night.
    I love the blanket and the coffee that goes with the snow.

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  132. Read for your future!December 22, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    My favorite thing is reading under a blanket with cocoa in hand and the house is nice and quiet. While im getting snowed in.

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  133. KarenladdDecember 22, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    The slower pace and lots of indoor time to read and relax!
    karenladd94803@yahoo.com

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  134. JanhviDecember 22, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    My favorite thing about winter is the lovely warm clothes I get to wear and having a cup of hot chocolate.

    Janhvi
    justjanhvi at gmail dot com

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  135. AnonymousDecember 22, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Well here where I live summer has just started but I love when it's cold and then you're able to stay in your bed drinking hot chocolate, uhm ! Simply awesome ^^

    @Tibiux

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  136. Jan MessaliDecember 22, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is that it will be getting warm again soon... LOL!

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  137. MonaDecember 22, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Thanks for the giveaway :)
    My favorite thing about mid-winter is the cozy sleeping weather. When I lived in Wisconsin, I waited eagerly for spring. Now that I live in Florida, I am lamenting the fact that winter will soon be over.

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  138. Tiffany DrewDecember 22, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    My favorite thing is the snow days, no school! I get to sleep in a little later when I don't have to get the kids off to school :)

    jaidahsmommy(at)comcast(dot)net

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  139. ~April~December 22, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Living in the south to me the best thing about mid-winter is that the temps finally start dropping and it stays cooler. :-) Also Like all the winter flavored coffee and drinks. lol... :-)
    ramblingsandadventures(at)gmail(dot)com

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  140. JaynaDecember 22, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    My favorite thing is that midwinter means that the days are about to start getting longer again! I'm tired of getting up in the dark.

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  141. DovileDecember 22, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    My favorite thing about Mid-winter is that after it the days start to become longer and longer!

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  142. ebakerDecember 22, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Drinking hot chocolate!

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  143. andimjulieDecember 22, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Fantastic giveaway! Happy Holidays!

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  144. TammyDecember 22, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is cuddling up with my Beagle Max under a warm and soft blanket reading a good book!! :0)

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  145. JudyDecember 22, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I love that here in the south, we are having some really nice cold days. We don't see too many of them.

    Judy
    magnolias_1[at]msn[dot]com

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  146. KeetraDecember 22, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    That it's the longest night of the year :) Happy holidays! :)

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  147. UnknownDecember 22, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    I can back to re-tweet and seen everything said I needed to do again on the refflecopper. What should I do?

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  148. AnneDecember 22, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    My birthday, it's January 20th.

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  149. ikkinlalaDecember 22, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    My favourite thing about mid-winter is cross-country skiing.

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  150. AurianDecember 22, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Thank you for the giveaway. I love hot chocolate with whipped cream on top, and something chocolaty to eat, while reading a cozy mystery :)

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  151. RachelDecember 22, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    My favorite is the hot chocolate.

    hopester777 at gmail dot com

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  152. UnknownDecember 22, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    The best thing about mid-winter, is that my birthday is coming at the end of February.

    drainbamaged.gyzmo at gmail.com

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  153. Nola HostDecember 22, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is that spring is just around the corner.

    nola.contests@gmail.com

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  154. mkDecember 22, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Snow! That and a book in my hand while I'm sitting at home. Too bad there's no snow yet... I miss it this year!
    Thank you for the giveaway and for making it international!
    bymyself.g at gmail dot com

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  155. eek031880@hotmail.comDecember 22, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    I love wearing sweaters. That is my favorite thing.

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  156. DominiqueDecember 22, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Honestly, I love the cold. We don't get snow where I live which is a shame, as I really love the snow. But I do enjoy the colder weather. I don't tolerate heat very well. Plus it's a great excuse to drink a lot of hot chocolate lol.

    couponcookie at gmail dot com

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  157. Chloe BookloverDecember 22, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    My favourite thing about Mid-winter? Christmas!! All that holiday spirit makes me so happy :)

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  158. MikiHopeDecember 22, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    The fall is actually my favorite time of year. Mid Winter you still get some fall like days!!

    Michele aka MikiHope
    MikiHope1@Yahoo.com

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  159. TayteHDecember 22, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Snow. All the pretty snow. :D Thanks!

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  160. JessSDecember 22, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Umm, no idea, because it's MEANT to be summer where I live, except for the fact that it's been raining on an off for the last few weeks. But midwinter, I guess I love when it's cold and you just sit somewhere comfy with like a million blankets and read. Thanks!

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  161. AmandaDecember 22, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Hot chocolate & snuggly sweaters. :)

    liforda(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  162. CherylDecember 22, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    I love the weather! Thanks for the great giveaway!

    sweepingtheusa at gmail dot com

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  163. AdriDecember 22, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    What I love most about Mid-Winter is break time from school and being able to spend it with my family!! :)

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  164. latishajeanDecember 22, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    My favorite thing is the snow love Hot Coco too! Thank you for the great giveaway! Happy Holidays to you!

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  165. The More the MerrierDecember 22, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    I love looking at all the snow from my very warm home. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  166. MarieDecember 22, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    My favorite thing are the holidays which mean more time with my family!

    marielay@gmail.com

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  167. Kate WDecember 22, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    Mu favorite thing about mid-winter is the first gentle snowfall!

    beck20202 @ gmail dot com

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  168. AngelaDecember 22, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    I love the cooler weather and warmer clothes

    birthdaywish at gmail dot com

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  169. RicaDecember 23, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    there's no snow here..so maybe when it's cold here i love drinking hot chocolate and reading books :)

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  170. RicaDecember 23, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    we don't have snow here..so maybe when it's cold here i like drinking hot chocolate and reading books :)

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  171. JessDecember 23, 2011 at 2:24 AM

    My Favorite thing about mid-winter would have to be College Bowl games and College Basketball.

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  172. The (Mis)Adventures of a College Book AddictDecember 23, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Usually my favorite part is the snow, except that isn't really working out this year :-)

    insanityisnormal(at)gmail(dot)com

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  173. Clarissa (Bookadicea)December 23, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    I love the cold weather

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  174. nrlymrtlDecember 23, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    I love reading in bed, under 3 quilts, with a roaring fire, and about 8 cats sleeping on top of me. A little bit of bedside chocolate never goes amiss either.

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  175. JHSDecember 23, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    My favorite thing is that I'm always on vacation over the holidays & I can relax, visit with friends, and hang out around the house which I love to do because I love my home. My birthday is Dec. 21 so I always have fun, esp. since I don't have to go to the office that day.

    Happy holidays!

    JHS
    Colloquium

    jhsmail at comcast dot nte

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  176. Linda KishDecember 23, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    My favorite thing is I actually get to wear some of my sweaters for a change.

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

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  177. Linda HendersonDecember 23, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    My favorite thing is eating soup when it's cold and snowy. There is nothing like a big hot bowl of soup in the winter. Or chili, that's good too.

    seriousreader at live dot com

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  178. annejudeDecember 23, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    My favourite thing is the first snow! I wait for it every time and when it finally comes, it makes me really happy and I am like a little girl:)

    Happy Holidays and thanks for the giveaway!

    annejude
    bookaddiction.annejude@gmail.com

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  179. sa9603December 23, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    nothing, prefer summer,

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  180. UnknownDecember 23, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    The first snow!

    kayswederski@yahoo.com

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  181. AnonymousDecember 23, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    My favorite thing about Mid-Winter is the excitement that begins for Christmas! I love the build up! :)

    email: echika[at]insightbb[dot]com

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  182. brookea_2006December 23, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    My favorite thing is curling up in a hoodie with a good book :)

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  183. UnknownDecember 23, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    I live in Florida, so usually in mid-Winter we actually have a few days cool enough for me to wear boots!

    Happy Holidays & thanks for the giveaway!

    elizabeth@bookattict.com

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  184. Mandy RDecember 23, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    My favorite thing about midwinter is that it's too cold out to be outside so I have mor etime to snuggle up with a good book!

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  185. DarleneDecember 23, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    My favourite thing about mid-winter is the snow! Also, I love Christmas lights.

    GFC Darlene
    darlenesbooknook at gmail dot com

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  186. Celebrate WomanDecember 23, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    I love wearing sweaters!

    discovery4 at mac dot com

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  187. UnknownDecember 23, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Drinking Hot Chocolate without people giving me a creepy stare!!!!
    As is it's so weird to drink it in the summer....LOL

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  188. MarrriaDecember 24, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    Mid-winter..well...it's a time of holiday, I get to stay at home(instead of going to school) and read books, drink hot chocolate and relax. Of course, I get to catch up with awesome giveaways

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  189. BessamyDecember 24, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    My favorite thing about mid winter is when it snows and frosts it to all the plant life. It looks like a crystal wonderland. Wow! So pretty!

    Thanks for the chance! =)

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  190. SenaDecember 24, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    I love winter fashion! All the lovely coats, boots and scarves to don! Lovely!
    sena.sagani [at]gmail[dot[com

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  191. MaidenveilDecember 24, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    What I love about mid-winter is the feeling it evokes!:)

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  192. katayounDecember 24, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    gathering on midwinter eve's with family or friends and eating watermelon and reading poetry from hafiz!

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  193. scottsgalDecember 24, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    my fave thing is curling up with a book and hot chocolate and watching the snow fall (hopefully on the weekend) so I don't have to drive in it

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  194. AEKZ2December 24, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    I love that my children are off from school so that we can be together more.

    annettekz2@yahoo.com

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  195. Triona ADecember 24, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    thank you!
    my favourite thing is the same as manyn others' - cuddling up somewhere warm with a good book
    new follower

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  196. LionessDecember 24, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    What I love about midwinter is being able to see my family and friends who are away half the time.

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  197. ColdNovemberDecember 24, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    I found your blog through because of the giveaway. I really like the site!

    My favorite thing about mid-winter is that it's a chance to reflect and think. Everything is calm and its the beginning of the new year!

    rlmccloskey85 at aol.com

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  198. Krystal LarsonDecember 25, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    I adore the freedom from school and extra time with my family.

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  199. Kat C @ Books and SensibilityDecember 25, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    I love all the breaks. I mean I am working now, so it's not like school but, I still get days off.

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  200. iLuvReadingTooMuchDecember 25, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    When I lived in Canada, it used to be the snow. But now that I live in Singapore, it's the long winter holidays :) Thanks for the amazing giveaway!

    Rabiah

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