50 followers + 100th post = GIVEAWAY!

[ this giveaway is now closed ] 

I'm so thankful that blogging has turned out to be such a good experience for me, and I'm absolutely flattered that there are actually 50 individuals who follow me! I know not all of you read my blog on a daily basis, but just knowing you're out there makes a girl feel special. 

also, because this is my 100th post, I figured I'd host a little giveaway here at The Bear Naked Truth - to thank all of you for sticking it out with me when I have bloggers block or have horrible poop stories to share. 

to show my gratitude to my readers, I'll be giving away one print from Vol25's Etsy shop ($20 value). I've purchased prints from this shop before (for my kitchen... which still isn't completed), and I gotta tell you... they are even more beautiful in person than they are on the Interwebz!

in case you want to know a little more about Jessica and how she began to create Vol25, here's a little excerpt from her profile on Etsy. you can also check out her blog for more information.  

With each piece of art I create, it is my hopes that it will give at least one person the warm fuzzies. I believe a heartfelt customer testimonial is just about the greatest payment you can receive. It is then that I truly feel like an artist.

Many people ask what the story is behind the name vol25. In January of 2008 when I opened the doors to my little shop (via etsy.com) I was 25 years old, and vol25 was like opening a new volume in my life, which in turn has created several new chapters for me.

I am a completely self taught artist, constantly inspired by every day moments. I have the most amazing thoughtful husband of 6 years, I am a mother to two sweet girls, 5 and 1 1/2 years old. They keep me on my toes, but I wouldn't have it any other way. 

there are many options to choose from, but I'll be quick and just show you a few of my favorites! I mean honestly, how can you not fall in love with the cute and quirkiness of this art?

music speaks

remember happiness - you can choose your own color!

i heart books

home is where our heart is

I'd rather have roses

bound to you

a smart person

you are beautiful

now, down to business. here are the rules and regulations and all that jazz for my first giveaway! 

• you must be a follower of The Bear Naked Truth to enter. remember, this whole giveaway is to thank my readers for being here! 

• this contest is open to everyone around the globe! although, if you live outside of the US and you win, please allow for extra shipping time. 

• each comment will count as one entry. duplicate comments will be deleted and not counted toward the prize. 

• you do not need to have a blog to enter, but please make sure you provide an email so that I can get in contact with you if you win. 

• only prints with $20 value can be selected as a prize.

and here's how you can win! 

1. follow my little blog and let me know in the comments. obviously, if you're already a follower, just comment here and tell me I'm pretty. 
2. for a second entry, head over to Vol25 and let me know which $20 print is your favorite. 
3. for one last entry, tell your friends! blog about this giveaway and let me know in the comments!

this giveaway will close one week from today (September 8th) at 4PM EST, and the winner will be chosen using random.org and announced the following day.

it is a happy Wednesday indeed!