"One of the most delightful things about a garden is the anticipation it brings."

Friday, February 18, 2011

Join in on the give away!

I was recently contacted by CSN for a giveaway on my blog.  I don't normally link to these type of giveaways but I thought it might be fun for someone to have a chance at winning a gift certificate for something for their home or garden.  CSN has over 200 online stores and they carry everything you might want for your home and garden from home decor to bird baths right up to swing sets.  If you visit their link and want to find things for your home and garden just click on the link at the top left of their page to take you to one of their other online stores.  I found some cute outdoor playhouses for kids and on their other websites there was everything from fire pits to fountains to greenhouses and nice garden furniture as well as lots of items for indoors.

The Robins think that the sod pile in our front yard is our give away to them.

This $55 gift code for CSN online stores giveaway is open to all US and Candian visitors.  I don't (and haven't) receive anything from CSN except for the fun of drawing the name of the lucky winner.

Not one bit of concern for me, they know there are more worms in here than they could ever eat.

So head on over to their website and start dreaming and fingers crossed you'll be able to win the giveaway to help make that purchase.
Good luck!  If you are interested just leave me a comment with a way for me to get a hold of you, there's nothing else you need to do.  The winner will be drawn on Friday February 25th.

King of the sod pile!

Don't forget that today is also the start of the back yard bird count!  Looks like I should have lots of Robins on that count. Pin It
Posted by at 7:06 AM
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57 comments:

  1. Becca's DirtFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    I have never visited their website so I'll have to do that. Your bird looks like he claimed the sod pile. Have a nice weekend.

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  2. ShirleyFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Oh, I admit to being jealous here! We are still very cold, -31 Celsius with the windchill, and have lots of snow. No sign of robins any time soon. Count me in the draw, please.

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  3. ShirleyFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Oops, I forgot to include my email: riverboat38@hotmail.com

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  4. L. D. February 18, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    I think the robin is disgusted because you left out all the worms. She is waiting for your next move to toss that pile so she can get inside.
    It looks warmer there.

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  5. CJ LiangFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    Great robin photo... but I think that your girls looked cuter on that dirt pile!

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  6. TessaFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Looks like you've had good weather lately. Great close-up of Mr. Robin...spring is coming! I've never purchased anything from CSN, maybe I'll check it out.

    Happy almost spring!

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  7. Kay's flowersFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Hi Catherine,
    Would love to be part of the giveaway! By the way are you going to the Garden Show next week? I will be there on Friday all day and if you're going I would love to meet you. I'm also having my 2nd Annual Plant Exchange on Saturday May 7th and if you could come that would be alot of fun. Anyway let me know and we can make plans. Have a great weekend.

    Blessings,
    Kay

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  8. Mami2jcnFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Thanks for the chance! CSN has great shoes!

    mami2jcn at gmail dot com

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  9. KatrinaFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Amazing photos!!!!

    Thanks for the chance, they are a pretty good store!
    ykatrina at hotmail dot com

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  10. FlowerLady LorraineFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    I'd love to be entered into the give-away also. Your photo of the bird is great. You can reach me through my profile.

    Happy Gardening ~ FlowerLady

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  11. ferFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Very cute photos! Wish I could participate too.

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  12. JackiFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    I would love to enter the draw, Catherine - thanks! You can reach me at canadianmodegirl at gmail dot com; or on one of my blogs.

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  13. DarlaFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Please do toss my name in the flowerpot! Waiting on my husband to get home, he enjoyed the backyard bird count last year, so we are doing it together...I still thank you for introducing me to it last year!

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  14. JenniferFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Oh. My. Goodness. That last picture of Mr.Robin is prize worthy! You really captured his detail. I love Robins and that picture made me all "ohhh, look hunny, he's so cute!!" Yes, I actually did that!
    Now for the giveaway, I usually don't bother with them, but because it's you, I took a gander at what CSNstores had to offer, and I would say that I would probably get a water wiggler. I need one for my birdie friends and plus, I like to say water wiggler! Thank you for the wonderful pictures and the giveaway!

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Thanks so much for the giveaway! I'd love to shop for some new drinking glasses.
    maddiemb {at} comcast (dot) net

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  16. Luis TobonFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    I would also like to be entered into the contest. My mother in law loves her birds and is also doing the bird count.

    email: luis@luistobonphotography.com

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  17. Phoenix C.February 18, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Awwww - I'm out of the area for the draw!

    Your bird photography is stunning.

    We're forecast snow this weekend - just when I was changing to spring wellies!

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  18. Domestic DivaFebruary 18, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Lovely! Thanks for the chance.

    lovelydomesticdiva (at) gmail (dot) com

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    what great pictures- thanks for the giveaway- i love csn
    tcogbill at live dot com

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  20. LonaFebruary 18, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    What a great picture of the Robin Catherine. I love the white ring around their eyes.
    Sounds like a fun giveaway. They have such great things on their website to choose from.Have a wonderful weekend.

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Catherine,
    just found your blog in on of the Swedish garden blogs. Our Guildwood garden is located in Toronto, Canada. Hope to attend the Bloggers Garden Fling, Seattle, WA.
    Love your Robin pictures.
    - Cheers Gisela.

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  22. EnidFebruary 18, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Hermoso!

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  23. A Garden of ThreadsFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Love the last photo Catherine, great shot. He is king of the mound. Have a great weekend.

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  24. DeeFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Love their waffle makers including this one: http://www.csnstores.com/Chefs-Choice-8300100-CCE1063.html

    Thanks for the chance!

    deeg131 at gmail dot com

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  25. Anna/FlowergardengirlFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Very nice of you to do this...count me in.

    I too am enjoying the robin--hoping they start showing their presence here more often. They never leave---just not as many in winter.

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  26. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I wanna play, Catherine! [www.gracepete.com] What do you think of this crazy weather? We had such a nice January and now? More cold. I suppose you can work on your raised beds in the garage this weekend. Did you find anything cool at Costco?

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  27. The Retired OneFebruary 18, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    I absolutely LOVE that last robin photo....gorgeous!

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  28. Nellie from Beyond My GardenFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Count me in on the give-a-way! I'm very interested and can be reached at my blog:
    beyondmygarden.blogspot.com
    Thanks for doing this,
    nellie

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    The giveaway is a great idea. But I am loving your king of the sod pile. So darn cute.

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  30. DonnaFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Mr Robin is quite at home....nice giveaway...I am always game for anything free...so count me in...quite a compliment to be chosen to offer a gift certificate

    ddonabella@gmail.com

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  31. PondsideFebruary 18, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    I'd never say 'no' to a giveaway'.
    We're waiting for more snow up here tonight, but I have my fingers crossed for a mistaken forecast.

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  32. DebbieFebruary 19, 2011 at 4:17 AM

    We are seeing many Robins now too! So ready for Spring planting.
    Please enter me in your contest!
    Looked and is a great site.
    Happy Gardening!
    Debbie

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  33. JanFebruary 19, 2011 at 4:29 AM

    Bird Count participant here, too;-) Yesterday was a very slow day at the feeders, however! Suddenly it went from huge numbers to literally a handful. I think it's the warm weather front that has rolled through here. They are enjoying looking for bugs and worms & don't need my feeders as much. I didn't really look out much though, as I didn't have time and wasn't home for big chunks of time. I'm hoping today to get a good chunk of time to watch for them!

    I was contacted by CSN last yr and again this year but they would only allow me to use a topic that had nothing to do with home or gardening and there was no way to disguise it well in a post on my blog so I had to decline. I'd do it if they would use a different link but they were trying to direct more traffic to a certain product. It wasn't something I could make work--but it was for $75. I tried to be as creative as possible and nothing made that link work with my blog. I have ordered from stores on CSN before and have been happy with my purchases. There is such a variety and some really interesting stuff;)

    Have fun with the GBBC today & tomorrow:-)

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  34. tinaFebruary 19, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Sounds like fun. Please enter me as I could use a swing for our grown up swing set. Need to get to work on the BBBC now!

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  35. chrisFebruary 19, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    awesome giveaway! thanks! cgul689 at gmail dot com

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  36. Heather at Dusty BayFebruary 19, 2011 at 5:20 AM

    Please count me in! I've got my eye on several items with the CSN stores...and thank you!

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  37. PrissyFebruary 19, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    Love the robin picture. Nothing like the hope of spring that robins bring.
    Wonderful giveaway. I've had fun browsing their store.

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  38. rindyFebruary 19, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Never gotten anything from CSN

    rindy10@yahoo.com

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  39. RURAL February 19, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    It's good to see anything green, and living.

    I am loving the CSN giveaways, they have an amazing collection of products.

    Best of luck to all who enter.

    Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams

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  40. DFebruary 19, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Am I out of touch or what... as I've never heard of CSN? :)

    I am also going to check out the GBBC, but will likely not get very many unless we get above nighttime freezing temps. Yesterday it snowed! Have a great weekend, Catherine,

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  41. Jonnie (JB)February 19, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    I love shopping at CSN. Please count me in.

    dftrew(at)gmail(dot)com

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  42. HeatherFebruary 19, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    thanks for the chance! My husband and I were just saying it's time to start our seedlings! Love gardening!

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  43. MissyFebruary 19, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Your robins seem to be happy with their give away. :) If I win I'll probably buy some neat tool that to help this old (22 is kind of old) arthritic patient garden this year. That's one of the things RA has been working hard at taking away from me. I hate to admit it, but I'm afraid it's winning too. :( I'll always love gardens though, even if I can't get in on the knitty gritty stuff. :)

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  44. Teresa~ Gardening with SouleFebruary 19, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    oh how i long to see one of those red breasted beauties on my lawn. Spring has surely arrived then. what a great photo!

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  45. Phillip OliverFebruary 19, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I'm familiar with them but have not ordered anything yet. oliver@hiwaay.net

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  46. BestinBloomTodayFebruary 20, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    Hi Catherine!
    That Hummer header is great!!! As are the Robin pics...love 'em! Hugs to you! ;)

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  47. Lynda DelFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Cute birdie photos! I wish I had more beautiful feathered creatures like those visiting my home. Time to buy more birdseeds. :)
    lyndadawinda1074 at yahoo dot com

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  48. CarolFebruary 20, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Dear Catherine, I have been seeing lots of Robins here too! They are not so lucky as yours though . . . as here is all snow and ice! Fabulous Robin captures especially love the last shot!

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  49. AubreyLaineFebruary 20, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway :)
    aubreyfick@yahoo.com

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  50. DesireeFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Being South Afican, I'm not here for the giveaway ;)

    It was great to see you'd popped by and left a lovely message on my blog, Catherine - many thanks! You were correct in your assumptions - I'm still very much on puppy duty! We need to get him properly house-trained as soon as possible and so it's still pretty much a full-time job keeping an eye on him!

    Your Robin is absolutely gorgeous - amazingly clear and beautiful photographs! You're very talented :)

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  51. DebbieFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    I love CSN! They do have some wonderful outdoor items.
    fourkidsrgreat(at)gmail.com

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  52. BethFebruary 22, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    Catherine, Please enter me in the giveaway, and thanks for hosting it. Love your robin pics! Spring is surely on its way!
    Blessings, Beth

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  53. Jenna ZFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win! I love Robins, so cheery!

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  54. LizFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway! For some reason, the only colorful birds we ever see in our backyard are cardinals--haven't seen a robin in ages!

    eemoody77 at gmail dot com

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  55. Shady GardenerFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Hi Catherine, I've not visited this site, either. But you do give a great recommendation. Yes - you can enter me into your give-away. :-) Your robin photos are wonderful!!

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  56. Garden LilyFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    There's always lots of neat stuff at the CSN stores sites. I could be tempted again. ;-)

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  57. meemsnycFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Ooooh, what a fun giveaway!!

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