Monday, February 28, 2011

Technology Timeout & A Giveaway!

I have two blog announcements:

1)  I am going to take a "technology timeout" this week.  This upcoming week (March 1-7) I am planning to not be on the computer (no facebook, blogs, news reports, new recipes, emails, blogging, etc).  The one exception being I am going to check email (briefly) on Thursday evening.  I have done this before in the past and am always refreshed by spending time away from the computer (and internet in particular).  I am not a big TV or movie watcher so that has never been an issue (I don't really enjoy it) but I do enjoy the computer.  Although I do not think there is a single thing wrong with the computer, tv, internet, or movies I do find taking a break to be refreshing sometimes and I do think there are other things I would rather spend my time and energy on.  In addition to that, I want to spend some time this week praying over my time and my schedule and working through what I want to be spending my time on each day/week/month and working towards living a more disciplined life and living intentionally (I want to live my life on purpose!).  I promise I won't stop blogging and I will be back! Look for my next post on Tuesday, March 8!

2)  I mentioned the other day that there might be some incentives coming up for learning to post a comment on the blog....Here's the first one:  We are hosting our first ever blog GIVEAWAY this week.  While I'm gone, you will have a week to leave a comment on this post to enter in your chance to win a "Korean Surprise."  Nothing too big or fancy, but hopefully something fun for you!

Here's the deal:

- You may only comment once.  Please leave a comment with your name, what country/state you are reading from, and what your favorite blog post has been.  This will automatically enter you in the random selection.
- The winner will be randomly selected from the comments that are entered
- The winner will be announced next Tuesday, March 8
- Anyone can enter (even if you live in Korea!)
- We will mail your surprise prize to you if you live in another country and if you live in Korean, we'll hand deliver it to you

**NOTE: I recently changed my settings for comments to allow for anonymous comments, which will allow you to not have to use a google account etc. to comment (I think this is what was giving some of you trouble before) so all that to say if you have tried to comment in the past and it didn't work, try again now and see if it is easier!  Also, if you comment anonymously please be sure to write your name with your comment so I know who it is from! Thanks, Readers!

11 comments:

  1. Can your husband enter? -Steve =)

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  2. Ok, so today is my last day online for a month...will you email me if I win?? :) My favorite post would probably have to be Caleb's 1st Year with the sweet video of his life so far! :) Hope the Lord meets with you in a really intimate way this week!

    Love,
    Tara
    MN/USA :)

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  3. I totally understand the "technology timeout". I've been thinking about the same.

    My favorite blog post is "A Birthday Celebration". Great pictures and fun to learn about the Korean culture!

    Tina,
    Norway

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  4. I like the "To Market, To Market" post!! Wish we had those around here. lol.

    Dustin Ranem
    MN/USA

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  5. So does Dan and Tara account for both Dan and Tara? I like the Mountain Pictures post ... wish we had some of them 'round these parts!

    Dan
    MN/USA

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  6. Totally with you on this one girl. I think that a media fast is an excellent time of refreshment, reflection, and prayer for priorities. I hope the Lord meets you and gives you a vision and plan for your days. My favorite post is the video of Calebs 1st year. Loved that so much!

    Love,
    Meggy

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  7. Goodness, how to choose??? I think the Shoes! Not sure if shoes for Dad but think HIS, Caleb's FIRST Shoes....my fave!

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  8. Hi Sarah! I miss you at Meridian Crossings. My favorite post was Merry Korean Christmas because my boys wore the same vests for William's Baptism. They also have those same cardboard blocks. I remember Greg and I sitting up on Christmas Eve putting together those blocks so when Henry woke up on Christmas morning he saw a huge block fort. It has been fun learning more about Koren food and culture!

    Karen D
    MN

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  9. Hi Sarah, Steve & sweet lil' Caleb from Great Bestimor and great auntie nj, We thought we'd try this out and see if your intstructions are accurate. Heehee. :o) All of your blogs are awesomely wonderful that we can't stop reading. So keep them coming after you've had your techie break. :o)Pictures and clips are fantastic - especially our sweet lil' Caleb of course!! We love him and adore him! However... we love and adore Jesus even more but we know that you know that too. :o) Oh and ya know what else?! Of course we love you two too!! You are in our prayers continuously. God bless you for the work you are doing for Him. Take care! Lots of love, us. :o) Great Bestimor Hope & Great Aunt nj

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  10. this is your dad, OPA, responding on March 7, and realizing a bit late that YOUR March 7 has passed and yet wanting to be part of the contest, if its too late that is ok...wish i could show Caleb the space shuttle! It is due in an hour yet, So, according to your rules, my name is David Jaeger, Dad and Opa; I reside in MN USA. My favorite blog is of Lil Bear Cafe and my favorite pic is of Caleb standing there mezmorized by all around him. I love you guys!

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  11. O.k. I know it's way past March 7th but I want to post my favorite...o.k. it's hard to choose. Since the contest is over I will share some of my favorite and not just limit it to "1". Steve working on the washing machine, reading together, Caleb loving his birthday cards, thee birthday celbration!,laundry commercial, Caleb's first shoes, Caleb with dad's shoe, korean intercom, Oh, and lets see...... ! I love your blog Sarah. It's become one of my favorite. Blessings to you and yours!

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