GIVEAWAY DAY!!

It's October 1st and guess what today is??? It is GIVEAWAY DAY!!

Today, I am holding my very 1st giveaway since my blog hiatus over a year ago and I think you are going to like it! This month, one lucky winner will have a chance to win some goodies from Scentsy! 

Prize:

One (1) lucky winner will receive:

(1) Plug In Warmer*

*The exact design below based on availability 

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AND 

(2) Scentsy Bars**

**Scentsy Bar scents based on availability

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Want to enter?  I'm giving you the opportunity to earn 3 entries. 

Here's how to enter:

(1) entry - Become a follower of my blog -- Click 'Follow' under the 'My Fab Followers' section to the left of this page and follow the instructions.
(2) entries - "LIKE" The Roddy Bride Blog on Facebook
(3) entries -  Tell me what your favorite thing about the fall is.

Already completed #1 and #2? Then tell me so and I will verify this.

All entries must be received by 11:59 PM EST on October 4, 2011. A winner will be chosen at random using Random.org on October 5, 2011. I will announce the winner on my blog and they will have 48 hours to respond by sending their contact information to theroddybride{@}gmail{dot}com. If the chosen winner fails to respond with their information by 11:59pm EST on October 7, 2011, I will choose another winner at random.

Thank you all for sticking around!

xoxo

Disclaimer: I purchased the warmer and scent bars directly from an Independent Scentsy Consultant (not myself). It was not given to me as a gift or was I required to provide a review in return for purchasing. However, I did purchase for a Scentsy party that I hosted and the purchase went towards "Host Rewards" that I received based on the total cost of sales during my party. 

I did it! I'm an ISC!

There is no perfect time to make changes and explore new adventures like the present time. For a while, I was trying to come up with something that I can do that I will enjoy to get me out of my rut and last week, I found it!

One week ago, I made the decision to become an Independent Scentsy Consultant! So far, I have not regretted the decision and it is highly unlikely that I will ever regret it. This was definitely different for me. I have extreme issues with standing in front of people (no matter who they are) and giving a presentation style speech. I get all red, hot and I become weak. One time I was so weak I couldn't even open up a door. So as you can imagine, being an ISC would be a step forward for me out of the comfy little box I have been living in all my life. Luckily for me, the products do "sell" themselves and will not always require a presentation but at least I will get some practice in.

The funny part about all this is that I have NEVER heard about Scentsy until I booked my first party over a month ago. Even more, I didn't know how popular they were (especially in this area) until all my guests raved about them. Once I got to try them out, I knew exactly what they were talking about. The hubby loved them too, believe it or not!

Don't know what "Scentsy" is? Well here's a little bit of info:

1. The Scentsy candle system is a safer alternative to the usual scented candle. 
2. The authentic Scentsy warmers use a low-watt light bulb to safely melt the specially formulated wax that come in over 80 different Scentsy fragrances.
3. They are a plug-in, wickless candle that can burn up to 24 hours a day without flame, soot or smoke. 

They really do make the perfect unique gift. Have a candle lover in your circle of friends or family? They will LOVE this! Hands down! Seriously, think about it because the warmers beautiful and OMGoodness, the scents are delish!

Are you intrigued yet? If this interests you, please do take a look at what I have to offer! There are new specials every month.

To check out the latest and greatest Scentsy warmers and scents, please visit http://GRoddy.Scentsy.us

Thank you in advance!

XOXO

If...

I'm 'borrowing' a post from Heather at Live.Laugh.Love. Fill in the blanks...

If I were to get pregnant again I would be excited and very nervous as well.

If I could have any job in the world I'd be a pastry chef.

If I had a day to myself I would get my hair and nails done then do a bit of shopping.

If I could get married all over again I would have eloped

If I could live anywhere in the US I would stay where I am. I do love Pennsyltucky. Sure it has its quirks but it really is close to it all when you need to get away. Weather isn't too bad either.

If Saya were a boy she would have been named ???. We will keep the name private until the gender is revealed. I promise I would share if baby #2 is a boy.

If I could have any talent in the world I would like to be able to make clothing. It is so hard to find clothing that fits my shape. Making my own would be awesome!

If you met me in real life I think you'd find me to be shy, then talkative and friendly.

If I could go back to school and get a different degree I would major in Culinary Arts with concentration in pastries/desserts

If money were not an object we'd be debt free, live comfortably and make sure my family does too and lastly open up our own business immediately.

If I could meet one celebrity I think I would want to meet Beyonce. Love her music, style and attitude!

If I could only shop at one store for the rest of my life it'd be Target. They have a little bit of everything at a decent quality too.

If we get another pet I would want a cat. Never had a cat but they are more independent which would work for us. Still love our Buddy!

If I could go on a trip, RIGHT NOW, I'd want to go to, believe it or not, Disney World. I LOVE that place and haven't gone in a decade. Miss it. Brings out the kid in me.

If I had to chose between a house cleaner and a personal chef, I'd pick the house cleaner too. I do love to cook and bake but I hate to clean.

If I had the option of plastic surgery I'd get a boob lift and tummy tuck. Babies really are great but man do they do some damage :).

Nicknames...I'll tell you mine if you tell me yours :)

What are your nicknames?

Some how in my short 29 years of life, I have been given many nicknames. All were given to me by either a close friend or family member and have had the sticking power of crazy glue. So while I share you mine, I'd hope you would reveal yours :)

Below are the most current names I have been called: 

Gigi {Gee-gee}
This is my actual nickname. It was given to me by my loving parents probably around birth. To this day, those who knew me from birth to high school still call me Gigi. It's funny because I find it awkward when someone I met later in life (including the hubs) calls me this. It seems unnatural :)

Gigiboo {Gee-Gee-Boo}
You should feel absolutely special that I am revealing this to you! :) This is a nickname that my Mom gave me and ONLY my Mom calls me it. Some friends (mostly the hub's), will joke around and call me this but I'd rather not be called by it. It's not that it is embarrassing, it's just weird, hence why I prefer only my Mom to use it. It's her little "pet" name for me. Hi Mom! :)

G {Gee}
Another commonly used nickname BUT this one was given to me later in my life. From college on, people have decided to shorten my name and I am OK with it. Kind of sounds cool and more grown up then "Gigi". Usually I am greeted, "Yo G!". I think it's super fly! lol

G$ {Gee money}
Ah, G$! My friend Tracy (a.k.a. T~Dawg) gave me this moniker back when we first met while working at the job I am at now. <3 her to death! She is my sista from another mista :)

Gia {Gee-ah}
There is only one person who calls me this and it is my dear friend, Dani. She was my "across the sidewalk" neighbor back when I resided in Frazier. We definitely had good times, it's just too bad we live so far away.

THANKS to J.BRIDE ADVENTURES for giving me such a great idea!



Do you have a nickname(s) and how did you get it?




{Sorry for the :) overload}

1st Giveaway - October 1st

In my past blogging life I was dubbed the "Giveaway Queen" but since my last hiatus, I haven't held one giveaway yet. Well that's all about to change!

October 1st I will be holding my very first "back from hiatus" giveaway and the grand prize will be a product of my choice from Scentsy.

All the details will be revealed on October 1st so be sure to check back then!



*Disclaimer - The product of my choosing will be purchased from a Scentsy independent consultant by me. I was not endorsed nor was I told to hold this giveaway for Scentsy. I did not receive anything from them. I heard many great things about their products and it happens that I know many independent consultants for them, so I thought I would help out the local businesses!

Miracles DO happen...

...and they are quite the blessing even in small packages!

CONGRATULATIONS to my cousins, Candie & Ricky,

on the arrival of this little miracle baby!

Cristian Antonio

{Photo from proud Papa}

Keep on fighting little man!

xoxo