When I met Sandy Coughlin at Blissdom ’09, I immediately saw her as a genuine grownup – smart, beautiful, and gracious. When the weekend was over and The Nester and I had succeeded in showing our idiot sisterly ways to our roommates Sandy (and Melissa!) over the course of 48 hours, I realized Sandy was not just a real grownup, but that she truly knows what it means to connect on levels both deep and outrageously silly – my two favorite levels.
After Blissdom that year, I began to read her blog, Reluctant Entertainer, and I loved her even more. She writes about inviting people into your home and being available to host, not to impress but to love; not to just feed their stomachs, but to feed their soul. Reading Sandy, I began to almost believe I could be that type of hostess too, the type who focused on others rather than worrying about vacuumed floors and perfect pasta.
Yesterday I wrote about the joy it is for me to have close friends over for dinner every week and Friday I will start my series on 31 Days of Grace. I’m excited to have this giveaway today because Sandy’s heart is really the bridge between hosting dinner for friends and remembering to give and receive grace in the process. Consider these words from Sandy’s book:
“Simple entertaining combined with some inspiration can create spiritual monuments in our lives. It not only gives us hope, but it teaches us the benefits of moving forward and not looking back. It is a beautiful gift without a price tag.” The Reluctant Entertainer
Today, Sandy’s publisher, Bethany House, is offering two chances to win a book. So two lucky winning commenters will each get one. Trust me, you want to win this one. When I got it in the mail, I just wanted to carry it around the house with me. It is a substantial, beautiful, hardcover book filled with glossy, colored pages of simple recipes, tangible inspiration, gentle advice, and lots of encouraging personal stories and photos.
How to enter
Easy. Simply leave a comment at the bottom of this post by clicking comments and then enter your name, email (seen only by me and necessary so I can contact you if you win), and your blog or website if you have one. If not, you can leave that line blank. I will leave the giveaway open until Friday morning when I will announce the two winners. I hope you are one of them! But if not, you may purchase Sandy’s book here or put it on your Amazon Wish list here. And after you come to see if you won on Friday, be sure to visit Sandy as she begins her 31 Days Series as well: 31 Days to Stress-Free Entertaining. I can’t wait for it!
This is already on my Amazon wish list! I would love to win this book!
This book is definitely on my wish list! Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy
Lee´s last [type] ..Back soon
I love each opportunity I have to welcome people into my home, to feed them and cherish them.. I would indeed relish the chance to read what sounds like an inspiring book!
Oh I have been hoping to get a copy of this book since it came out! Thanks for the giveaway!
Shaundra @ Loo-la-bee Simplicity´s last [type] ..Happy First Day of Fall!!!
This book sounds delightful!
Thank you
I would love to learn more about entertaining… i am always searching the net but having a good resource to read would be awesome
Great post. Thanks!
It sounds like I book I would like to read. I also can’t wait to follow along on your 31 Days of Grace.
This book sounds like something I should read — I always get caught up in the cooking/cleaning/presentation of entertaining, and I’m afraid I don’t allow it to be the heart-centered thing it should be. Thanks!
It can be such a ministry to others, to practice hospitality. Yet I hold back. I let my own insecurities get in the way.
Looks like a great book.
Brianna´s last [type] ..New Adventures
I love having people in my home. And am always looking for new ideas to use. This book would be a great tool to have. Thanks.
I would love to have this! We have company pretty frequently, and I could always always always learn more tips on how to simplify. I, too, want to focus more on others than perfecting all the housy related stuff.
But since my inlaws are arriving in 3 hours, I better get to finishing just a leeetle of the housy stuff!
Great giveaway! Thanks!
ooh, this looks wonderful. we have such a heart for simple, heartfelt “entertaining,” too. people wait and wait for perfection and they never have people over, which is just silly when so many just long for community and connection.
suzannah {so much shouting, so much laughter}´s last [type] ..the mouths of babes
Hello Emily, so glad to finally be saying hi on your blog, I have been an anonymous reader for a time now. I find so much sweetness and encouragement here and over at the Nesting place. My husband and I, still newly weds recently purchased our first home. We are working toward making it a place where the door is always open for friends, family and those in need to stop by anytime- a place of comfort and rest for the soul. We looked for a home for over a year and know that this one is truly a gift from the Lord and although we live there day to day, it is His. We want to glorify our Father with this place and one of the ways will be through entertaining and nurturing community there. Thanks so much for a chance at winning. Peace & Grace to you
I’d love to win this book! I’m definitely a reluctant entertainer and saw this book at first on your sister’s blog…it looks wonderful!
Sounds like a great book that I would love to have — I just checked my local bookstore and they do no have it, although I could order it — I will wait and see if I win first : )
Betty Anne´s last [type] ..Creative Exchange–Week One
Okay, you’ve sold me on the book – if I don’t win here, it is hitting my Amazon wishlist…
Kelly Langner Sauer´s last [type] ..a general kiddos update
This looks like a great book!
Yes ma’am, I will enter this contest. I’ve already bought two copies of Sandy’s book, but I’d love to win another–because this would make an awesome Christmas gift for more than one person on my list!
You’re right: Sandy’s wonderful. No wonder the two of you get along so well. Peas in a pod.
Richella´s last [type] ..The sweetest gift
Oh how I want to be that kind of hostess. I love having people in my home, but stress too much over having everything “just perfect”. What a great book topic!
Allison´s last [type] ..Just because you can- doesnt mean you should
I would love to win this book. I’ve been dreaming of it. It’s been in my Amazon wish list for what feels like ages now. I never win these things but here’s to hoping I do!
This book sounds like me…hope to have a copy here or under the Christmas tree!
Karli´s last [type] ..he knows me
Being available to host, not to impress but to love …… this is truly where my heart longs to be, and the Lord has certainly been molding my perfectionist self into this mindset over the last six months. There’s still a long way to go toward living this way, but every step of the way His grace is changing me.
And I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I am about the 31 Days series. I so look forward to the real-life stories and advice from women I’ve come to admire and respect.
Imperfect´s last [type] ..Trusting in the Timing
This is a great giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win!
Ann´s last [type] ..Pretty Little Pretty Cards
I’ve been reading her blog for years and would *love* to win this giveaway! It’s on my Christmas wish-list!
Jessica @ This Blessed Life´s last [type] ..Cha-cha-cha-changes…
Have been considering this book for a gift for my two sisters-in-law. I’d love to win one for myself….
Monica @ The Writer Chic´s last [type] ..Sending her back
Thank you. I enjoy your blog.
Elizabeth´s last [type] ..Delightful!
I will love to win!!! One for me and the other one for a faithful friend of mine.
Vanessa´s last [type] ..Making Your Home A Haven Fall 2010
I would love to win this book! Thank you for the chance to win!
Sounds like an amazing book! Hope I win!
Sounds like yummy wisdom I could use! Thanks!!
Looks like a great book!
I am looking forward to the 31 days series that you and others are doing. Can’t wait for Friday!
Rachel´s last [type] ..A Walk Through Psalms
A great opportunity to learn how to be and just enjoy — making wonderful memories in the process. Thanks!
I need some serious tips on how to pay more attention to my guests than the dust bunnies under the couch or whether the table cloth is ironed or not!
Sounds like a wonderful book…and I will check out her blog, too.
Michelle DeRusha @ Graceful´s last [type] ..Bittersweet
Oh, this book is a must have! Thank you for introducing me to a wonderful new read and for offering this giveaway.
This looks like a wonderful book!
kate´s last [type] ..a rainy monday night
Oh what a wonderful giveaway! This book is already on my Amazon wish list – I can’t wait to read it! I like to entertain but could always use some improvement! I would love to win a copy! Thank you!
I could really use some help in the entertaining / hostess department. I get nervous and end up avoiding company all together. I’d love to welcome guests into my home graciously and more frequently!
I would love to win Sandy’s book. I think her blog was one of the first I started reading. She always has such practical and graceful ideas. Thank you for doing this giveaway!
I bought a copy for myself and am wanting a couple more for gifts. I would LOVE to win one.
Wow, I would love to win the book! She sounds amazing! I always have all my family (around 30 people) for all the holidays and I love doing it, but I am totally exhausted when the event finally get here that I don’t even enjoy it! does that make sense? I would love to be able to “host” and spread love amoung my family and truly enjoy our precious time together. I need a teacher!!
I would love this book. Thanks for the opportunity. I love reading your blog as well. It is such an encouragement.
I would love to have Sandy’s book. I have been in a bit of a slump in the hospitality area lately and can use all of the help & encouragement I can get! Thanks for the great give-away!
Oooh, I want to win Sandy’s book so bad!! Her & I started our blogs around the same time. So proud of her success!
I think she wrote this book for ME! Thanks for the chance!
Great giveaway! I would love her book!
Thanks for offering the book as a giveaway. I’d love a copy. If I don’t win I guess I’ll have to order one.
Oh I would LOVE to win her book. I’m the type that can’t really relax when I have company over. I’d love to change that.
Happy Wednesday..
? Amber
Silver Lining
Amber Filkins´s last [type] ..Do not lose heart
I would love to win this book. I have always been reluctant to invite people into my house because I have never felt like a “good hostess”. I would like to be able to open my house to others and have them (and me) feel at ease.
I’ve had this book on my wish list for awhile. It looks great! Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
Cheryl (Copper’s Wife)´s last [type] ..Yeah!
This book sounds like it is right up my alley. Thanks for the giveaway!
I love Sandy’s blog, especially her heart for making entertaining more about others than about us! Would LOVE to win this book!
It looks like an inspirational read!
would love this book!
I’ve heard about this book a couple of times around the internet. I’m sure it is a great investment.
I would love any tips on entertaining and making guests feel welcome.
Just finding your site through my friend Ellen at Handmade Recess and can’t wait to read more! And what a fun giveaway!
Living in a tiny apartment (five of us!) I think I have missed out on many blessings because I am hesitant to have people over for lack of room. Sounds like this book is just the encouragement I need. Thanks for offering the giveaway!
Meagan´s last [type] ..The Sign of the Covenant
I love the way you described the book, and I would love to win it!
Ohh… this looks like such an awesome book!! Thank you Emily!
Jennifer´s last [type] ..raise me up
What a blessing it would be to win this book!
my church is getting ready to begin an experiment and it includes having small group time in your home…this would be the perfect book to kick that off with since i am a very reluctant hostess….just the cover is BBBBeeeeaauttttttiFUL! can’t wait to see who wins and to start the 31 days of grace series.
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This book seems like a beautiful book. Thank you for your encouraging words by the way.
I would be so excited to win! I enjoy Sandy’s blog.
ooooohhhh, me, me!!!
Christine Hoover´s last [type] ..The Preschool Stage
Sounds lovely. Is it okay to entertain if guests have to hurdle mountains of laundry to find their way to the restroom? : )
The Scooper´s last [type] ..Multitude Monday- 14-26
Awesome giveaway. Thanks!
Love this!
Looks amazing. I’ll check out her blog too!
Jess´s last [type] ..Another Moms Post
This book was written for people like me. I’m about as reluctant as they come, which bothers my husband to no end.
I would love to win!! I enjoy your blog so much; it’s always such an encouragement. Thanks for all your work.
Anna Kintigh´s last [type] ..Guest Room Reveal
This book looks terrific. I definitely need to be challenged in this area.
Thanks for the giveaway!
I would love to win this book! We entertain from time to time but would love to do it regularly and this book sounds perfect! Thanks so much for the chance to win it!!!
Ooooh! I love giveaways! This seems like a great book. I’ll have to go check out her website now…
Kimberly´s last [type] ..Living a Dream
I would LOVE to have this book! Thanks for a chance to win one!
Pick me!!!
thank you for the opportunity.
What a great giveaway! I’m going to check out her website
i love “… to feed not just their stomachs, but to feed their souls.” that sounds like an amazing night!
PS: are you blissdom bound this year?
patty´s last [type] ..rain falls angry on a tin roof
sounds wonderful!
Monica Judd´s last [type] ..Mary Scotts last 1st day of Preschool
I am hospitality-challenged, and thus need the help!
I never host things because of my people-pleasing, perfectionist tendencies. I would LOVE to have this book!
You know, I have always loved entertaining. However now that I am a little , with little ones, a new family business, lots of debt, etc., it’s just harder to make the petit fours and clean every square inch where Legos now hold court! Even so, it is fun to have friends over for a casual gathering to laugh over cheap wine and easy app’s. This book is meant for me!
Lorile’s blog: http://macandfitzspeaks.blogspot.com/
a little older
Wow!! Would love to read this book!
Oh my gosh! I would LOVE to win this book!!!! I really need the ideas and encouragement in this area as I tend to get very anxious when preparing for guests even though my heart wants to have them! Thank you so much for the opportunity!
Mary Joy @Seeds of Encouragement Sewn with Grace´s last [type] ..One Last Way to Encourage through bloggingmeet my friend Holly from Homebody!!
I would love this book. I think we are all reluctant entertainers. Once my friends arrive, I always wonder what I was so worried about!
I have heard great things about this book!! I would love to win!
I would love to win this book. With the purchase of a new home, and many friends I would like to reach out to, I would love to have the wisdom of an expert. I will have to check it out for sure.
I am also one of those that gets very anxious whenhaving people over! Would love to win this book!
Bernice
Ramblings of a Woman´s last [type] ..10 Ways to Stop Being So Busy
Stress Free Entertaining sounds just perfect with the holidays coming up. I’m excited! I hope I win her book! Thanks for the opportunity and if not, like you said – Christmas Wish List.
Fingers Crossed, The Lady of the House
Sounds great! I hope to win, but even if not, thanks for directing me to her blog!
Krista @ Life in Texas´s last [type] ..She Speaks 2011
I’ve been reading Sandy’s blog for about a year…she’s such a great influence through the testimony in her hospitality. It would be such a joy to read/win a copy of her book. Thanks for the chance to win it.
Looks like a great book. I am not an entertainer… I definitely worry too much about what the house looks like, what the food will be, and what people will think.
Oooo, I’d love to win!!
Megs´s last [type] ..Wordless Wednesday – Have a good day at school!
Oh fun!! I would love this…hospitality is so on my heart !
What a fun giveaway!!
Erin´s last [type] ..Fullness
Thank you so much for letting me discover her blog and her book! I love to entertain and this can be a great help for me
Love the Reluctant Entertainer!
I’ve just recently been introduced to Sandy’s blog. I would love to have her book. Thank you!
Emily´s last [type] ..Life- Under Construction
! Both of my hands are raised !
Sarah´s last [type] ..53 What’s your courtship story
LOVE her!!
Katie´s last [type] ..Fried Okra & The Artful Dodger
How lovely, count me in!
imoomie´s last [type] ..Wordless Wednesday…
I am heading over there right now to check out her blog….I would love to learn more about entertaining!
I would love to entertain more. My schedule is so full that it often does not seem possible to fit entertaining in. I would definitely be interested in taking a look at Sandy’s book.
It looks great and I’d love to win
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Reluctant and entertaining are two words that belong together as much as pb and j do, in my world anyway. Would love to have this book
Vicky´s last [type] ..The Star attraction
Sounds like a great book!
Amanda´s last [type] ..link to muffin recipe
I started reading her blog a couple of weeks ago, and it is soooo inspiring. I’d love to have her book
This would be fantastic! Especially as we are heading into our busiest entertaining season.
Mindy´s last [type] ..I Heart Faces – Chalk
This book is on my wishlist! I’d love to win!
Emma´s last [type] ..what i wore
I truly need this book.
Love & Hugs,
Pam
Oh, but you have to have a lovely tablescape and atmosphere. There’s nothing like spoiling your guests, making things beautiful, and then feeding their soul with more spiritual beauty that only God can give to them through your actions. I think that’s why God invented garnish. Great blog. I’ll have to look up her blog. She sounds interesting.
Nikole Hahn´s last [type] ..Book Review- Someone To Blame By CS Lakin
I NEED to win this book!
This looks excellent and beautiful and helpful and fun. Hope I win!
Shelly @ Life on the Wild Side´s last [type] ..She Gave Strength to the Weak and Courage to the Fainthearted
I don’t know how I first came across the Reluctant Entertainer, but she is one I can’t resist blog stalking.
I have been meaning to purchase this book of hers; it would be fabulous if I could win it!!! Thanks for hosting this terrific giveaway!
Wow, Em, thank you for your very gracious words. You and Nester are so special to me. Thank you for doing this today …
Sandy´s last [type] ..Sweet Potato Comfort- It’s Good Enough for Company!
I am in total agreement, she is an amazing lady. Her blog was a humbling read. Would love to win a copy of her book, I am sure it is a mix of humbling encouragement and devine inspiration! Can’t wait to read it!
Emily´s last [type] ..Favorite Fall Transitions-Linky!
Wow! I always feel great after going over to visit our friends for dinner but I am always too afraid to have anyone over.
Looks like a fantastic book!!!
I have enjoyed Sandy’s blog and how she is so real in the sharing of her life. Would love to win her book, thanks for the opportunity!
I LOVE to cook and need to win this cookbook
PICK ME
Joyce´s last [type] ..Who Needs You
Enjoying finding new blogs to read. The book looks great.
Sounds like a great read!
loved this post! thanks for introducing Sandy & giving us the opportunity to win this book! i am definitely a “reluctant entertainer” but God’s been working on that in my life lately so this will definitely go on my want/need to read soon list =)
i just love your heart. Emily & am looking forward to the 31 day series starting in October!
First, love your blog. I never comment because I don’t feel I have anything to contribute but your posts always leave me refreshed and … well, peaceful.
I had considered purchasing this book but would love to win a copy! Thanks for the giveaway.
would love to win this book!
I would love to win the book!!
Thanks for the chance
Love your blog…
I love your cookbook and would love to win, how about some cooking demos in Suffolk County.
I told my husband I wanted this book and he said, “that just about describes you.”
Count me in! Thanks!
I’d love to win this book! Sure I would learn a lot!
Okay, I so entered for this over at The Nester a while ago. I so desperately want to do be a great entertainer without stressing about it every time! So, here’s hoping!
Em´s last [type] ..The Elusive Simple Life
I love her blog! Both of you are so inspiring!
What a great giveaway! Thanks for introducing us to Sandy.
I’d love to win! Thanks for the opportunity.
One Frugal Girl´s last [type] ..Work- Work and More Work
I woul dlove to win a book. Thank you.
Southern Gal´s last [type] ..Jealous of Me
Looks great! Please enter me.
I love reading your blog and it is truly inspiring. I get up every morning to what you’ve written about for that day. It’s beautiful. Hope I win!
Stephani
This looks like a wonderful book. Thanks for hosting the giveaway.
Emily´s last [type] ..Seeing Heaven
Sounds like just the book for me!
Hi, What a delightful book! Many thanks to you and Sandy for the chance to win
her lovely book…Cindi
before I was a blogger I read Sandy’s blog. somewhere along the way I didn’t add her to my blog feed, so haven’t visited in a while. thank you so much for reminding me how much I like Sandy and for the chance to win her book. She’s in my reader now. :0)
dawn´s last [type] ..lingering glimpses of the little girl
After realizing I spent more time in the kitchen than with my guests at my birthday party last week, I think I need this book!
Caroline@carolinecollie´s last [type] ..unComfortable
Sounds like something I could use, I need to remain calm when I entertain.
Thanks for the giveaway, Emily! (And thanks always for your words. I discovered you through Kendra a couple of years ago and I think you are wonderful:)
I want to be the entertainer I dream of in my head but don’t always live out in my actions. I would love to win a copy of Sandy’s book.
Tracey´s last [type] ..Pregnancy Update-Due December 18
This book sounds wonderful! I love to entertain, but knowing how to do it less stressful would be great!
I would love to have this book!!
I’ve been trying to win a copy of her book for a while now! I found her website when I was doing the Home Experience study with my MOPS group and immediately loved what she has to say. I would be honored to win her book.
Would love to win! Sadly, I am guilty of not hosting often because my mind is on cleaning the house or the cooking the perfect meal. What a great reminder of the things that matter most… the people at the table.
I wanna have it!!!!!
Each week I deliberately think of “who” I can invite into our home to share a meal with. My husband and I have always looked at our house as a place for others to come and hopefully feel God’s love for them. Although our house is bigger than our family needs, it provides space for conversations and playing with friends. We try to keep it always tidy and ready for any occasion to host a friend without stressing about appearance. I try to plan meals that are tasty and warm-feeling, yet don’t keep me in the kitchen for hours upon hours and away from my family who needs me most, and also doesn’t require that I stay in the kitchen and away from guests. I’d appreciate seeing and reading some ideas from this book to help support my own “mission” of hosting friends and family.
Hospitality is something i LOVE to give. I dont always feel like the worlds best hostess but since getting married 4 years ago i have been thrown into it to the fullest! So.. i am learning every day how to ‘do’ hospitality. Oh but how i long for further encouragement and inspiration.
Ive loved your blog over the last 8 or so months that ive been reading it.
Blessings, Amy
How generous of you to do this giveaway! Love your blog and your heart. Have said that to quite a few in the last month….New to blogging and reading blogs but love it…so many women with different gifts to all encourage and inspire and share with one another. Also just discovered you have twins!!! Me too! Thanks again, whether I win or not!
I like to have people over but I am reluctant – sounds like a great resource!
I really am a reluctant entertainer even though I would love to, I just need some pointers
I want to entertain more but somehow always end up stressed about doing.
Would love to read this!
I always enjoy reading both of your blogs & have been wanting to get The Reluctant Entertainer book.
Oh. . I have wanted to read this book. For the inspiration and practical tips. I have for a while now wanted to have Flamingo Dinners at my house. . .when the pink flamingos are in the yard. . that means come, come all, we have dinner and good conversation to share. We have not done it yet. I think it comes to simplifying my life a little. . .to make room for such non rushed times. I think I am rambling. . I would love to win a copy of this book. Thanks for the opportunity!
Su@The Intentional Home´s last [type] ..Help for Encouraging Family Talk over Dinner
I love Sandy’s blog, and my fingers are crossed that one of these copies of her book might have my name on it!
Annie´s last [type] ..the catskills
I just discovered your site while I was reading “The Reluctant Entertainer”. This is such a wonderful community of inspiring women. Please keep it up!
Every time I read Sandy’s emails I feel her nurturing spirit in every word and every line. It’s almost as if she is speaking to me in person and she is saying “I do it, and you can do it too. That’s why I wrote this book, just for you.” She always uses the most beautiful, colorful pictures. I look forward to her emails and words of encouragement everyday!
Bless you Emily for having this giveaway!
Fingers crossed!!
Megan L´s last [type] ..Focusing on the task at handthe downside
I would LOVE to win a giveaway copy. As is often the case, I purchased two copies and they are gifts that will be opened and sqealed over today for my sister Kat’s birthday and next week for my sister Kim’s birthday. This book will be added to their collections I have gifted over the years – Susan Branch books, Alexandra Stoddard – Living A Beautiful Life and Grace Notes and others to open their hearts and homes to beauty and grace and be gracious hostesses from the heart and soul not frazzled and overwrought. My birthday is Saturday and if I don’t win, I think I will gift it to myself!!!!
Would love this book!
Oh wow, what an amazing giveaway! I’ve wanted this book for awhile and had it on my amazon wishlist for as long as it’s been out. I think it’ll be on my Christmas wishlist, if I can hold out on buying it.
We are participating in a dinner with 3 other couples once a month and while that isn’t a lot by any means to most people, it’s beginning to stretch me a bit. I would love to see this book!
This book is definitely on my wish list! Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy!!!!!!!
Barbara´s last [type] ..Biscotti di limone
I have had this book on my wish list since it came out. I had hoped to receive it for my birthday,did not. I have it on my Christmas list. But maybe I will win it.
Fantastic giveaway – would LOVE to win this book!!
Do good @ the yard sale this weekend! I’ll be out there peddling my stuff, too.
Pick me!! I have this book on my Christmas list!
I have heard nothing but good things about this book and would love to have it! We enjoy entertaining and I’m starting to think that feeding people may be part of my spiritual gift. It would be great to have more ideas of how to do it with less stress and more success.
thanks for this fun giveaway!
Thanks for the opportunity to win this book. I could surely use it!
I am quite the reluctant entertainer and could most definitely use this book!
Love your site!
I totally could use this book. love your site.
Mrs. McFadden´s last [type] ..Love that Shot Faces
I would love to have this book to motivate me to entertain more and not worry about the little things.
I’ve been wanting to browse through this book…Pick me!
It would be a thrill to win this book. I could really use some skills and encouragement in the area of hospitality. I’m excited for all the 31 Days blogging.
I peeked at this book on Amazon and it looks like a gracious, realistic read!
Oh, I wish, I wish, I wish…
Vonda´s last [type] ..On the Last Day of September
I’m such an insecure entertainer, this would be great to get me out of my shell. Thanks.
Carol´s last [type] ..Dogwood Quilt update September
Oh I’d love to win this book! Thanks for the chance!
I’ve heard so many great things about this book!
I WILL get this book now or later. Now would be great. Entertaining is not a natural for me, so I just love all her ideas and inspiration! Thanks for the opportunity.
Oh I’ve been coveting this book since I heard it was coming out! Since coveting is a sin and all, it would probably be best if I could just go ahead and win the give away. It would be wrong to let a sister continue in her sin
I need that book!
I love people but am scared to have them around because of my lack of hostessing abilities.
I want to pour the love I’ve received from Christ into other lives but feel haltered by my cooking inabilities.
Others might deserve it more
But I need it more
allie´s last [type] ..Pressing Pause Really
I would love to be more this way! And would love to win a free copy!
thank you for offering this free book. I would love to learn how to do gracious living, better. Thanks again.
New follower here! I am so excited I found you (from Remodeling This Life) I can’t wait to follow some of the ladies 31 day Octobers! Thank you so much for doing a giveaway! I follow RE too!
Shauna Pearl´s last [type] ..Falling for Fall
What a lovely book I would love to win! Love your blog.
Dawn´s last [type] ..Wanna Be
Hi!! I am new to your site and can’t wait to follow your 31 Day of Grace series. You have a beautiful sight and I am about to start snooping around here.
Samantha´s last [type] ..Living Room Side Table Update
Well, I just came here from Sandy’s site, RE! I’ve recently come to love her blog. Her message is very much resonating with me right now. I would LOVE a copy of her book! Thank you…
Just the title alone draws me in. I’m never excited about entertaining, so would love some tips to make the prospect less overwhelming.
Cheri A.´s last [type] ..On Food- Friends- and Fields
I bought my copy as soon as I could, BUT would love one to give! It’s a beautiful book.
Lady Dorothy´s last [type] ..What Are Your Ultimate Concerns
I am the type of person who thrives on interaction with other people and I am married to the one that doesn’t so much care for it! Go figure! I love entertaining, especially simple. It does seem to come naturally to me so I’m grateful for that, but I would love to win the book because I am always open to using other people’s great ideas!
Please pick me!!
I get so up tight entertaining. I know I am missing so much. I need this book!!!
Wahoo!! I’ve liked the sounds of her, and her book, for a long time! Thanks for the opportunity!!
I got this book already, it’s great, but could definitely use another copy to give away!
Henway´s last [type] ..Hungry days during Medifast
Hey! Thanks for this opportunity. I’m trying to learn to be less Martha-ish and more Mary-ish when I entertain (okay always). Looks like this book could help me…
I know I could learn a lot from her book. I entertain so infrequently. I worry about things being just right and I am starting to be less than thrilled with my neighborhood. Lately God has been showing me that I need to use and appreciate what He has given me. Thank you for the opportunity to win the book.
A fabulous giveaway! Thank YOU!
I would love a copy of Sandy’s book – I love her blog too!
I would love to learn more about entertaining and love your blog too!
Thank you for hosting this giveaway. The book looks WONDERFUL!!!
I enjoy Sandy’s blog. I have not seen her book yet. The B&N store here did not have it. It sounds wonderful!
Oh I would love this! I never have people over, even though I love to cook and entertain because I suffer from CHAOS. (Can’t Have Anyone Over Syndrome)
I’d love to learn how to do it anyway
Jen´s last [type] ..Ill learn one day
I’m the most reluctant entertainer of them all – I NEED this book!!!!!
This sounds like a perfectly wonderful book! I would love love love to win. Thank you for generously hosting this.
Wonderful giveaway! i was just doing a book search on amazon yesterday and saw this title and wondered if it was by the author of “The Reluctant Entertainer” blog. Now I know!
as a 22 year old transitioning out of college and learning how to serve, this book sounds perfect!
I am not a very good entertainer so I would truly benefit from her book. Thanks for the great giveaway!
Hosting meals in my home is one of my favorite things to do. I would love to win a copy of this book!
Tara´s last [type] ..Birthday Stress
Boy, I could sure use this book ……. entertaining is something this mom is not very good at.
This book is beautiful! I just recently started reading her blog!
Living A Bona Fide Life´s last [type] ..Thursdays Eats Southwestern Stuffed Peppers
I just absolutely love reading your site. I found it through Tracey Krumroy.
Oh, am I too late? It’s still morning!
I love Sandy, too… this book is a must-own, and I’ll buy it if I don’t win! Thank you!
I’m longing for this book!
Mandi´s last [type] ..Renovations And Pregnancy
I would love this book. I believe it will help me in entertaining. I always want to entertain but feel like my house has to be PERFECT in order to do so!
oh i would so love to win this. i am learning to open my home to others…whether i feel it is ready or not or i am ready.
Sara @ It’s Good to be Queen´s last [type] ..4-46 pm on a monday
A glorious gift this book would be … written from the heart you bring such joy. Thank you, Mary