Boys Rule My Life: Boys Rule My Life... How About You?

Monday, January 28, 2008

Boys Rule My Life... How About You?

And the winner is: Audra Marie!
Actually, you were the second pick, but the first pick did not give me a way to contact her... lucky you! :)

Audra Marie said...: I have two sons and a hubby (and honestly, my daughters would love this, too). My sons are all boy, and they have huge hearts. They love to be needed, work hard, and give to people. They have an amazing dad, too.

I'd love to win this for them.

Thanks for the chance to win! :); January 30, 2008 1:04 PM

I'll email you and then you have 4 business days to contact me or I will have to choose a runner-up winner... regulations and all! :)

Thanks to everyone for playing!

With the Bloggy Giveaways underway I wanted to take Shannon's suggestion of giving away something that represents my blog. Well, that would be boys. Three little ones as a matter of fact... and then there is the big boy that I take care of, too! Whichever way you look at it, Boys Rule My Life and I'm proud of it!

I am giving away a brand spankin' new copy of The Original Boy's Handy Book written by the co-founder of the Boy Scouts of America. It contains loads of information that boys "should" know. In my opinion, some of it they shouldn't know... but I'm just the mom!

The book is divided into four sections, one for each season. Chapters include building a kite, tying knots, camping, aquariums, puppet making, homemade fishing tackle, and even a chapter on taxidermy (that's the one they don't need to know!)... just to name a few.

Here are the rules:

1. You must be a US citizen... sorry shipping rates are awful!
2. You must leave a comment on this post with some way for me to contact you if you win.
3. You do not need to have a blog to participate... I must be able to contact you though.
4. You have to work for this one a bit... in your comment, tell me about the boy(s) in your life that you'd be reading this book with or giving it to. It doesn't have to be long or involved, just something special about your little man/men. :)
5. The winner will not be chosen based on #4, but #4 must be included. (A little work never hurt!)
6. I will randomly draw for a winner on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at NOON CST.

For an obscene number of Bloggy Giveaways, head over to Rocks in My Dryer throughout the week!

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Laura said...: I have FOUR boys plus a hubby...so this one caught my eye right away! My boys are 10, 7, 6 and 3. It's loud and we go through a lot of groceries. I LOVE it!!!; January 28, 2008 at 8:03 AM
Anonymous said...: That's a great book! I got it for my nephew last Christmas and was almost tempted to keep it and get him something else. LOL I've got 2 boys of my own. This is something I'd love to have for them.; January 28, 2008 at 8:09 AM
The Nester said...: I hate to post a comment this early on! I will never win! I have 3 boys who also rule my life. I need all the help I can get!

I never win anything.; January 28, 2008 at 8:26 AM
Unknown said...: Looks like a fun book. I have three boys (ages 7, 9, 14) plus my hubby...I'm sure they would all enjoy the book. Heck, my 11 yr. old daughter would probably even read it, she's a bit of a tomboy. Thanks for offering it.; January 28, 2008 at 8:42 AM
Jess B said...: I'm a busy SAHM of 4 boys ages 6,5,1 and 5 months. Life is crazy around here, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I love the inquisitive moments and the way their brilliant little minds work. It's a joy everyday to look at life through their gorgeous little eyes.....; January 28, 2008 at 8:42 AM
Anonymous said...: Your boys are adorable! I have 1 boy, heading into the teenage years (and a beautiful girl too!)and am a proud Asst Scoutmaster for our Boy Scout Troop and would love to win this book for all my "boys" in the Troop! Thanks for the giveaway! Didn't know about this book and may buy it if I don't win!
Megan
mnatherson@comcast.net; January 28, 2008 at 9:10 AM
HilLesha O'Nan said...: I'd love to give this to my son when he gets older. Right now, he is 2. Thanks for the giveaway :); January 28, 2008 at 9:13 AM
Laura said...: I have two boys that I homeschool. They always keep me on my toes and are doing stuff that sometimes makes me cringe and cry, but then I remember that "Children are a blessing"; January 28, 2008 at 9:21 AM
Julie said...: This would be for my 3 yr old who is funny, clever and loud (not always in that order).; January 28, 2008 at 9:24 AM
laurel said...: Alright, you know about the boys in my life. I would love this book. I have decided to home school Caedmon next year, so I think this book would be great for supplemental ideas. :); January 28, 2008 at 9:38 AM
Unknown said...: Well, dearest, you already know that boys rule my life too!

My husband is like "a worm in hot ashes" (to quote my mom!). Bascially, he can't sit still! He thinks we should all be constantly doing something, and maybe that little book will have some handy ideas of things to do with all of them.

Thanks for the contest - I need to get mine posted!; January 28, 2008 at 9:51 AM
Geri said...: I LOVE THIS!!!!! Fun, Fun, Fun!!! Please count me in !
gerijones64@hotmail.com

After 2 girls I finally have a grandson!!! And beleive me we need all the help we can get!; January 28, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Randi~Dukes and Duchesses said...: I have a ten year old who loves The Dangerous Book for Boys and I know he'd love this too. I love this classical type of book that encourages kids to be boys and not just hook up to a video game. Thanks for hosting!; January 28, 2008 at 10:10 AM
Sky said...: My son is such a hard worker. School doesn't come easy, but he does well, and it's because he works really hard. I'm so proud of him.; January 28, 2008 at 10:14 AM
Katie said...: My little man is 2 1/2 and already a real adventurer. He's curious and ornery, and loves to take things apart.; January 28, 2008 at 10:15 AM
Bebemiqui said...: Mine is a fairly new man (he's 4) and I'm looking forward to see how he turns out.Great giveaway! Count me in :0)
bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com; January 28, 2008 at 10:16 AM
Katie said...: My little man is 2 1/2 and loves to take things apart. We just try to show him the right way to do it because there's no stopping him!; January 28, 2008 at 10:17 AM
Anonymous said...: I would love this book...I am a SAHM to three boys as well (5, 3, and 1). Any help with them is appreciated!

www.fullofboys.wordpress.com; January 28, 2008 at 10:28 AM
Katie said...: I actually don't have any little men, just one little girl. But I am hoping that this will change in the future, so someday I may have some very special little boys to read this with. :) And in the meantime, my daughter and I can enjoy it. :) Great giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win!

katie at dekabyte dot com; January 28, 2008 at 10:40 AM
Katie Swaner said...: I just found out that one of my best friends is having her second little boy. This would be perfect to pass along to her.; January 28, 2008 at 10:46 AM
MrsNehemiah said...: I have two boys ages 10 and 11. it's great having boys. (except when they give me a heart attack with all their bravery)
We have more lightsabers and plastic guns than any thing else,

Mrs Nehemiah; January 28, 2008 at 10:50 AM
Monkey Kisses said...: Oh I would love this.. We got the dangerous book for boys and my husband loves reading it to my 4 year old, but better yet, my 4 year old is totally into it.

We have 2 boys and no girls so we need all the boy books we can get! :-) We have a 4 year old and a 17 month old who is already giving us a run for our Sanity :-); January 28, 2008 at 10:56 AM
Mommy said...: I would love this. I have a tiny boy that is overpowered by girls all day. I need it to help myself to teach him some boy stuff.; January 28, 2008 at 10:57 AM
Qtpies7 said...: Well, I have 5 boys I'd be giving the book to. Well, it'd go on the coffee table and they would all read it, except Sam, but we'd read it to him. Drew is 18, but he loves stuff like that, Devon is 15 and super daring (skateboard off the roof? Sure! Eat something off the ground? Sure!) Cody is 12, and Sam is 1. But my biggest boy is 38, and he would LOVE the book!; January 28, 2008 at 11:29 AM
Stacey said...: Please enter me in your giveaway.

My boy is my only child, a 7 year old son. He is the light of my life and I would love to share this book with him.

Stacey

slmpckins@comcast.net; January 28, 2008 at 11:30 AM
Kristi said...: I have two boys...five and three..three if you count my husband. I really do think they rule my life and I wouldn't have it any other way.; January 28, 2008 at 11:37 AM
michelle said...: If I won, I would be giving this book to my son the adventurer, whose favourite thing to do is explore in the woods out in back of our house. I would love to be entered in your giveaway.

Michelle
www.northofthe49.com
michelle (at) northofthe49 (dot) com; January 28, 2008 at 11:41 AM
Snowbird said...: My daughter has 3 boys. A very active, curious 5 year old who would love this book plus 2 year old twins who will grow to love this book, I'm sure. Sign me up.; January 28, 2008 at 11:42 AM
Hélène said...: My three year old son is the type that gets into everything. Yesterday he poured olive oil on my piano bench and last week it was vinegar into my bread machine. He needs some sort of creative outlet for his energy, but I don't know what.; January 28, 2008 at 11:54 AM
Anonymous said...: My boys are so much fun. My oldest is almost 14, and turning into a responsible young man. He'd love to find some new ideas to get into trouble. My little boy is 4, and loves CARS. We have fun making car noises.; January 28, 2008 at 11:54 AM
Anonymous said...: I am always saying that I need to "boy up" my son a bit seeing as how he spends 99% of his time with myself and his 2 older sisters! Count me in please!; January 28, 2008 at 11:59 AM
Liz said...: I would love to win and give it to the special man in my life my 3 year old. He loves to read with mom and we could read and talk about it together.; January 28, 2008 at 12:02 PM
Anonymous said...: One son plus a husband. I also have 2 brothers and 2 nephews. Boys everywhere! Would love the book. Amandashort at comcast dot net; January 28, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Celeste said...: I have one son so far--he's 19 months old and an absolute doll. I'm sure he'll love it in a few years (and hopefully they'll be some brothers for him to share it with by that point!).; January 28, 2008 at 12:19 PM
Lisa said...: Seriously, what is not to love about little boys? I could eat my little guy up. :)
He'd love the taxidermy part, he would love to go hunting and is screaming for joy when we see a dead deer on the roof rack of a car.

Okay, something interesting about him...when he grows up he wants to be a hockey player and a bull rider.; January 28, 2008 at 12:20 PM
Renee said...: Please enter me. I have two wonderful boys and hubby....a houseful of males. They are all the best things in my life!

Renee'
http://rmboys2.wordpress.com/; January 28, 2008 at 12:42 PM
Dollymama said...: I have 5 boys and 1 girl. Pick me! :) (and come on over to my blog for freebies there too); January 28, 2008 at 12:44 PM
Amico Dio said...: I have three boys! I need this! Thanks for a great giveaway!; January 28, 2008 at 12:56 PM
Anonymous said...: Growing up with just a sister, I need to know some "boy skills" for my two boys!
amyjohnallen at bellsouth dot net; January 28, 2008 at 1:13 PM
Betsy said...: I have 2 boys and we homeschool. My dh didn't have a dad and wasn't taught a lot of "boy" things. I think my boys could benefit from a book like this. Thanks!
betskev(at)earthlink(dot)net; January 28, 2008 at 1:13 PM
windycindy said...: Hi, I would give this to my nephew who is in third grade. I think he could really benefit from this book! Thanks,Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com; January 28, 2008 at 1:22 PM
Heather said...: This would be great for my 3 and 1 year olds. I've always been pretty much a girly girl. These 2 little boys are trying to change that. I need all the help I can get to keep up with them and their dad!; January 28, 2008 at 1:27 PM
Julie B said...: I actually have 2 girls, but I think those things you talked about are just as important for girls to know as well! My hubby and I find it very important that our girls be well-rounded and not stuck in the girl/boy stereotypes that our society casts upon them.; January 28, 2008 at 1:36 PM
Genevieve P said...: I actually have all girls--but I really like books like this to show them they can do that stuff, too!; January 28, 2008 at 1:39 PM
Shalee said...: That would be perfect for my very boyish boy.; January 28, 2008 at 1:49 PM
Jenny said...: This book would be perfect for my 8year old son. I grew up with sisters so having ideas of fun things to do with my son would be "handy".; January 28, 2008 at 1:54 PM
Anonymous said...: As a mother of boys, I would LOVE this book. I may have to get it even if I don't win. Great give-away.; January 28, 2008 at 1:56 PM
Anonymous said...: Your giveaway sounds great. This book would be used for my son.
Would love for you to enter me!
Thanks
palmersf@comcast.net; January 28, 2008 at 2:02 PM
Erin said...: Taxidermy, eh? Our little man is not exactly to the reading stage yet, so this Useful Book would live on the shelf for a while . . . unless his Daddy gets interested! Thanks for the contest.

emhagedon at gmail; January 28, 2008 at 2:11 PM
Bree said...: I'd read this to my nephew- he's 5!; January 28, 2008 at 2:15 PM
Michelle@Life with Three said...: I have two girls and one boy. My boy is three and he is full of energy! I didn't grow up around boys (I only have a sister), so a lot of times I'm at a loss of what to do or teach him. This book would be great! Thanks for the chance to win! mlciavola(at)yahoo(dot)com.; January 28, 2008 at 2:20 PM
Zuda Gay Pease said...: What a great prize!! I raised two daughters and now we have three grandsons!!! I am having so much fun learning about boys!!! Please enter me...thank you so much!; January 28, 2008 at 2:31 PM
LadySnow said...: I would actually be reading this with my son that is almost 5 and my hubby. ;); January 28, 2008 at 2:43 PM
Elise @A Path Made Straight said...: That looks great, and I haven't even heard of it! I have two marvelous boys and a wonderful hubby- this would be for them! Thanks!; January 28, 2008 at 2:43 PM
Awesome Mom said...: I have two sons that rule my life and they would be the ones I read the book to. My husband is an Eagle Scout so I know that my boys are going to be very involved in scouting.; January 28, 2008 at 2:58 PM
Celly B said...: My younger child is the first boy on my side of the family for three generations. I could really use the knowledge of what boys should know!; January 28, 2008 at 3:30 PM
Eden said...: Oh, I'd love to win! My SIL is expecting her first son/first child as well, and I think this would be a good book for her to read with my soon to be born nephew. Please count me in! Thank you!

I'm doing a giveaway on both of my blogs:

http://airforcefamily2007.blogspot.com

http://goddessofthehome.blogspot.com

I'll be doing a new giveaway everyday until Friday. Thought you might want to know.

Eden; January 28, 2008 at 3:31 PM
Anonymous said...: I have one little boy - he'll be two on Sunday (where did the time go?) and has just started getting rambunctious and boyish and toddler-crazy. I have a feeling he'll love this book in a few years!

fizzledink (at) gmail (dot) com; January 28, 2008 at 3:42 PM
Superdumb Supervillain said...: My boy is only six months old but I figure that gives me plenty of time to learn boy stuff. He's the happiest mama's boy around but I need some back-up so he doesn't get festooned in princess gear and forcefed Barbie videos by his big sis!; January 28, 2008 at 3:45 PM
~Rhen @yestheyareallmine said...: I would love to win this for my son. The poor guy is surrounded by 5 sisters. LOL :); January 28, 2008 at 3:49 PM
Shannon said...: Boys...hmmm...I've got them coming at me from every direction in my house! I'm a mom to four boys, ages 5 and under...with baby #5 on the way...we don't know what it is yet. You know what I say? um, boy, lol. Not to mention when we have my 3 older stepsons in the house...that makes for lots of testosterone and a lonely mommy, lol.

Looks like a great book! I'm sure it would get lots of use!; January 28, 2008 at 3:52 PM
Wendy said...: I have a 7 year old son who loves the outdoors and doing all sorts of experiments:) I love hearing what he has come up with:); January 28, 2008 at 3:53 PM
Frances said...: We have a nephew without a daddy in the picture - I'd love for my husband to have this to share with them during their guy time.; January 28, 2008 at 3:54 PM
Dorothy said...: My two little boys love to read... and jump off the furniture, run around outside, make as many messes as possible, and be cuddled as long as no one is looking.; January 28, 2008 at 3:55 PM
Angela said...: My nephews used to LIVE with me....now ages 6 and 12.....They now are back living with their mom...I would LOVE for them to have this book....It sounds REALLY good!!!; January 28, 2008 at 4:00 PM
Re said...: I'd read this to/with my nephew -- he's also my God child.; January 28, 2008 at 4:14 PM
Unknown said...: I feel like your blog title sometimes! I have two sons and I grew up with 3 older brothers. My boys now are the light of my life, Ben (3) and Gavin, 8 months. I think this would be a great book for bonding with their dad! Thanks!; January 28, 2008 at 4:14 PM
peg42 said...: Thanks for the giveaway. With two boys, this book sounds like it would be very helpful. Please enter me and thanks again.; January 28, 2008 at 4:46 PM
Kyra said...: Great Giveaway! The little man in my life turns two this week and is quite the adorable handful! :); January 28, 2008 at 4:48 PM
Anonymous said...: My son is the oldest with three little sisters. He really wants some projects to work on by himself while dad is at work and the girls are busy playing dress up.

Thanks for entering us.
Nickey
fruitfulmomma@aol.com; January 28, 2008 at 5:03 PM
phxbne said...: I would give this to my two nephews who live in Outback Australia. One is childhood cancer survivor and the other is a tough little guy.; January 28, 2008 at 5:22 PM
The Modest Momma said...: My husband and I have 1 child...a 6year old boy! We cannot have any more children, and are not in a great financial postition to adopt. So, we are doing the best we can to raise our son as a single child. We homeschool because of my husbands health issues, and belong to a great church. We want our son to continue to be all boy and go out with his dad and do boy things. This would be a great book for us to teach him these things. Well, I didn't see me writing about this today. Anyway, count me in please! Thanks!; January 28, 2008 at 5:28 PM
Keryn said...: I have two sons. The oldest is smart and funny and sometimes when I call him "son" he calls me "daughter". He's only four. My younger son is funny and sweet and great and has spina bifida. He's an active 13 months. Thanks for the giveaway! My email addy is at my blogger profile, just in case I win!; January 28, 2008 at 5:30 PM
Shama-Lama Mama said...: I have three boys, too! I am thinking of enrolling my eldest in cub scouts next year. This would be great for our family library!Thanks for the chance to win!; January 28, 2008 at 5:35 PM
Sarah said...: My 3 year old is the most inquisitive little guy that I know. He runc circles around me every day. I would love to have this for him.; January 28, 2008 at 5:55 PM
Gretchen said...: I would be giving this to my DS, 11. He loves to read, and I think he'd get a kick out of it. Great giveaway choice. :)

I'm participating, too.

http://goodenough4now.blogspot.com; January 28, 2008 at 5:55 PM
Heather said...: Oh that woud be geat for my 7 year old son!w; January 28, 2008 at 6:03 PM
Mary@notbefore7 said...: Well, I have one little one year old boy. He has a daddy who is an Eagle Scout and I think they'd love this book in the years to come!; January 28, 2008 at 6:50 PM
heather h said...: I'd love to win this for my nephew. He is four Feb 28, and what a nice gift for him to read with his dad. He is wonderful and sweet, loving and rowdy. I'm crazy for him!!; January 28, 2008 at 7:30 PM
reprehriestless warillever said...: My boy is such a boy, and I need to learn how to train him up right! I don't know nothin' about knot tying or other good boy stuff.

My oldest (like yours, I think) is 5yo.

I came to your blog through the unplugged project, and I am subscribing to your feed to read it more often!; January 28, 2008 at 7:33 PM
Denise said...: I have 3 boys too. A six year old & 2 year old twins. We almost bought this book for our oldest for Christmas! I think he would love it. My husband is all about manly men!!; January 28, 2008 at 7:42 PM
Anonymous said...: I have a sweet, seven year old nephew that I'd love to give this too!

Thanks,
Camille
www.snaphappymama.com
My giveaway: Visit my blog for a vintage style child art smock made by me!; January 28, 2008 at 7:42 PM
picklemommy said...: Hi- My 7 YO boy is a voracious reader and my 5 YO boy is the one getting into everything in the book, without instructions. (hilarity often follows). Their sister (2) is the one who will likely be the most handy of all! Thanks.; January 28, 2008 at 7:53 PM
Kristine said...: I have two boys - 5 years and two months! This would be great!; January 28, 2008 at 7:55 PM
Stacey said...: my little man is almost 4 and we would love this book! then i can buy the girl one for my dtr!!; January 28, 2008 at 8:11 PM
Ginny said...: I watch my nephew & he would so love having a new book to read while spending time at my house :); January 28, 2008 at 8:18 PM
Liz said...: My son is still a little young for this but he will love it one day! He absolutely loves music and drums on anything and with anything he gets his hands on!; January 28, 2008 at 8:26 PM
Melissa said...: My little man just turned 1, but these are things my husband and I need to learn now so that we can seem like we know everything when he gets a little older!; January 28, 2008 at 8:27 PM
Ben and April said...: Great gift! My 5 year old loves to do anything all boy so this will be a great book to read to him!

amenking(at)bellsouth.net; January 28, 2008 at 8:29 PM
Anonymous said...: It's for the two men in my life, my husband and my son.
andrewandbecca at yahoo dot com; January 28, 2008 at 8:31 PM
Crazy, Busy, Ordinary Life said...: It is boy heavy in my house... hubby, 2 boys and a dog, who is a boy! No wonder I need chocolate :)

But, I don't ever have to take out the trash.; January 28, 2008 at 8:41 PM
Tammy said...: I almost ordered this for a Christmas present. I thought it would be great for my 8 year old son. He loves hands on stuff & daddy has been working a lot & having a few health issues. Sometimes it's hard for a mom to teach a boy man things. I think this book will make someone very happy. Thanks for the contest.; January 28, 2008 at 8:53 PM
Mandy said...: This would be for my son, who is only 3, but I definitely want him to know all about ths great wild world!; January 28, 2008 at 8:54 PM
Anonymous said...: Wow, you have a lot of readers! Interesting how we come out of the woodwork for a giveaway....
I have 2 boys so far, ages 2 1/2 and 6 mos. I wouldn't be surprised if I have all boys someday- I just have a feeling...
My 2 year old (as you know) recently fractured his elbow... so having somewhere to direct his energy (advice that this book would give) would be helpful!
Thanks! I think you have my email if I win... orryally at yahoo (dot) com.
- Sally; January 28, 2008 at 9:12 PM
Anonymous said...: I have one son smack in the middle of 5 sisters. His dad and him love to do "manly men" stuff. This book would be great! Oh, he is 6.; January 28, 2008 at 9:14 PM
majellamom said...: Well, I have two little girls...I do have a hubby...but mostly I have a TON of great girlfriends with lots and lots of boys! I think that it'd be a great gift for one of them!

I'm still hoping for a boy one of these days! (though girls are great fun, too!); January 28, 2008 at 9:19 PM
Jenny said...: I need this book! I am raising a boy!!!; January 28, 2008 at 9:41 PM
Phyllis Sommer said...: i plan to share this book with my wonderful six-year-old and 2-year-old sons....when i win:-); January 28, 2008 at 9:43 PM
megret7 said...: I grew up with no brothers, so I would read this book right along with my 3-year-old son so I could learn with him! ( meg.wilson@gmail.com ); January 28, 2008 at 9:45 PM
Sarah W. said...: I could brag on my little man all day (my big man too!). The best part about him is that he gets the toilet paper holder out of the bathroom and uses it as a microphone while he plays his guitar. He is not even two yet. It is the most precious thing!! (You can see a picture of it on my site www.sew56.wordpress.com from an entry a few days ago!).; January 28, 2008 at 10:21 PM
Marly said...: My Eagle Scout husband has every intention of teaching our 15-month-old son everything a boy should know. Unfortunately, at almost 40, I fear he has forgotten most of it. We need this book!; January 28, 2008 at 10:39 PM
Christa said...: I have one little guy (4 years old) who is interested in all things manly. We want to encourage this early on, so I'd love to have the book to get some ideas!! Thanks so much for a wonderful giveaway!; January 28, 2008 at 11:04 PM
mommyofmany said...: With 1 dear hubby, 6 boys of my own and 2 grandsons... I suspect this book would be a winner at our house! Thanks for the giveaway!; January 28, 2008 at 11:06 PM
Rebecca said...: Two 4-year old nephews who would LOVE this book! Thanks; January 28, 2008 at 11:07 PM
Jenn said...: What a cute header! I love pictures of little feet - so precious.

I have three boys (7,3,15 mo.) and a my hubby. This girlie girl is out numbered! I can always use hints for my rough and tumble boys! This book sounds great and we would love to have it!

Thanks for hosting and the chance to enter! I will have to check back in on you and your guys!; January 28, 2008 at 11:08 PM
T'aowyn said...: i would love this for my sister who is raising a boy!.

taowyn (at) gmail (dot) com; January 28, 2008 at 11:12 PM
Sassyfrazz said...: I have two boys (my 9 year old and my almost 3 year old) and my hubby makes 3! They are precious to me! Boys bring adventure and the idea of "just let it go and don't hold a grudge". Then, there is me and my little (almost 1 year old) princess...oh yea, and our Little Lady doggie!
Please pick me!!

Thanks for a super giveaway!
sharvey at connections-etc dot net
I have 3 contests going on right now! I will be adding more this week, too!; January 28, 2008 at 11:12 PM
Angela said...: My little man is 9 months this week *sob* he may not appreciate it yet.. but he will love it later as his daddy was HUGE into boy scouts; January 28, 2008 at 11:26 PM
Cindy said...: Goodness, my little guy who's 3 never ceases to amaze me. With this book I'll be able to amaze him with all my "handy"ness. Thanks for entering me!; January 28, 2008 at 11:30 PM
c allen said...: my son just turned 8 years old and he loves to read chapter books as he calls it. i believe that this is a book that he would find useful and interesting. i also feel that this is a book that could be carried down generations. it is not a disposable read but a useful book. thank you for the contest.; January 28, 2008 at 11:41 PM
Jamie said...: I have a four year old who would love this. Thanks
hochman.herz@comcast.net; January 28, 2008 at 11:45 PM
Mary said...: My 5 1/2 year old son is a thinker. He is thoughtful and pensive about every decision. My 2 1/2 year old is a dare devil. He climbes on everything and will call my name to let me see how big he is. When the two are together, they come up with some fantastic plans together. Tonight, they build a ladder and slide out of the snow instead of a snowman. They are amazing, and I cherish these days. When I'm not saying "get off your brother!!"; January 28, 2008 at 11:46 PM
Missy said...: i'd love that book! i have a son that's almost 5 :)

blessings,
missy; January 28, 2008 at 11:51 PM
Anonymous said...: I have 3 sweet boys ages 4,6 and 8 and they have an older sister who is ten. I was just thinking the other day how I should look for an old Boy Scout handbook for them, they are big into the outdoors!
The book sounds great! Sign me up please! ( :
Thanks,
Mandi; January 28, 2008 at 11:58 PM
Liza on Maui said...: I have a 10 yr old son who'd enjoy this book. He has the Dangerous Book For Boys and had fun building Tree House with our neighbors (kids and with help from their mom ;); January 29, 2008 at 12:43 AM
Anonymous said...: I too have 3 boys plus hubby. We just bought the Dangerous Book For Boys for them for Christmas. We would love to read this book together too. The boys are 7, 9 and 11 yro. and love adventure, being outside, games, soccer camping, eating, reading, geocaching, letterboxing, scouts, laughing, and making really loud noises! my blog is www.homeschoolblogger.com/mychara; January 29, 2008 at 1:21 AM
noreen said...: I don't have any boys but I would share with my daughters (I had a boys life subscription as a kid, the offical boy scout magazine and loved it); January 29, 2008 at 2:29 AM
Anonymous said...: I have a 3 year old son who what's to learn to do everything. Please enter me.; January 29, 2008 at 7:14 AM
Rebecca Shaw said...: I have two boys (ages 2 and 4) who like to DO things. I want them to have this book!

Rebecca in AR; January 29, 2008 at 7:47 AM
Manders said...: Oh my, even if I don't win, just seeing your header was worth all of today.

I have taken many photos just like that. I just love my childrens feet. It may be corney, but they grow so fast and seeing them just wiggling their "piggies" makes me smile.

Thanks.; January 29, 2008 at 8:12 AM
Jen said...: I have a 2 year old son and would love to get this book. Count me in, thanks.; January 29, 2008 at 8:19 AM
Diane said...: I have a 5 year old son that can be a challenge at times. A book like this would give us some quality time together to read.; January 29, 2008 at 9:00 AM
MamaGames - Alexa C. said...: My 5 yo son would love to leaf through this book with me - or even better, as bonding time with his dad! Thanks for the contest.; January 29, 2008 at 10:34 AM
Cmerie said...: I have a 14 month old and a hubby who is a little boy at heart. He would love to share this book with our son.; January 29, 2008 at 11:02 AM
Sheila said...: I've got 2 boys who would LOVE This - they need to develop more skills to avoid boredom and those idle hands!; January 29, 2008 at 11:03 AM
Angela S said...: Here's a quote from a blog entry from last week to give you an idea of my boys: "You know this really does remind me of when Tyler had his leg cast this summer (full leg) and he got stuck in our chain link fence, upside down, stuck by his cast. Nothing slows my children down."

They are good, well behaved, and cute, but man they have energy to spare. So we'd love the book.; January 29, 2008 at 11:12 AM
Brooke said...: This book looks fabulous! I have 2boys who are curious and question everything... I will be sad when the day comes that they don't believe that my husband and I know all the answers. :( We'll need all the reference books we can get our hands on!; January 29, 2008 at 11:38 AM
Kristan said...: I have an almost one year old little dude, and two older girls... The poor guy needs all the help he can get!; January 29, 2008 at 11:39 AM
Karen said...: I have three boys, a husband, and a male dog...so I am surrounded by the male species! I need all the help I can get to keep these little men entertained and to put all that energy into something productive! Thanks:)

kpuleski at gmail dot com; January 29, 2008 at 11:48 AM
Miss Notesy said...: I have a two year old who is driving me nuts today. I love him though. :-)

Thanks for the giveaway! What a great prize. I can't believe how many people are entered ahead of me. I doubt I'll win, but it's nice to visit your blog! Have fun this week. :-)

Lani

Custom, handmade greeting cards that you design yourself--all under $8:
www.justbeingnotesy.com

My blog:
www.thewoodenporch.blogspot.com; January 29, 2008 at 11:53 AM
Melissa said...: I've only got one little man, but he has 2 sisters so I want to be sure that he isn't overrun by girls and still gets to have as many 'boy' experiences as possible.; January 29, 2008 at 11:57 AM
Brittany said...: I have 2 boys with baby number 3 on the way. I would love to have this book for my boys, as I'm a slightly outnumbered MOM! Love my boys!

prettybritty425@gmail.com; January 29, 2008 at 12:04 PM
Liz R. said...: i have an almost 1 year old boy (sniff sniff). i'm from an all-girl family and would love any boy advice i could get!; January 29, 2008 at 12:12 PM
Liz said...: I have a wonderful 15 month old little man and his big daddy. Big Daddy has already bought the Dangerous Book for Boys, and this would be a great addition.; January 29, 2008 at 12:15 PM
Emily said...: I have one little boy (almost a year) and he is the honest to goodness joy of my life. I count it the biggest privilege in the world to stay at home with him every day. He's just so stinkin' cute!

princesslimey(at)gmail(dot)com; January 29, 2008 at 12:24 PM
Killlashandra said...: What a wonderful book, I've never heard of it before. It's certainly one the boys in my life would enjoy too. Thanks for hosting.; January 29, 2008 at 1:09 PM
Anonymous said...: My twin baby boys are in heaven with Jesus. However, I have an amazing nephew who is in 3rd grade. I would love to share this book with him!; January 29, 2008 at 1:16 PM
Bekki said...: A great giveaway!!
I have 4 boys of my own...11, 9, 6, and 4. I have a baby girl, and it is my pet peeve when people say, 'oh you finally had your daughter, now you must be done" Well, we would have been just as happy with another boy! I think boys are sooo much fun. Thank goodness God gave me a bundle of them!; January 29, 2008 at 1:17 PM
karmama said...: I have boy/girl twins and will be sharing things with them that are gendered and not. I hope to show them that they can do whatever they want even if it doesn't fall into society's perception of gender appropriate.; January 29, 2008 at 1:27 PM
Brianne said...: I'm a SAHM to 2 little boys (ages 2 and 1/2 and 8 months). There's definitely never a dull moment having them around! This book is such a great idea for the giveaway.; January 29, 2008 at 1:32 PM
Joanna said...: My "little man" is only four months old at the moment, but the fact that this book is co-written by the founder of the Boy Scouts means that it's going to wind up on our book shelf even if we don't win! My husband is an Eagle Scout and very proud of that fact. He can't wait until our little one gets big enough so that he can join Scouts, too.; January 29, 2008 at 2:30 PM
Carmom said...: I would be reading this book with my 5 year old son. He is a wonderful, loving, and vibrant little boy who brings joy to our hearts and our home. It would be great to be able to share this book with my son.; January 29, 2008 at 2:32 PM
Tracy DeLuca said...: I have 2 boys and a hubby who would love this! My boys are such little men.... full of the business my mom says! And such flirts. Please enter me!; January 29, 2008 at 2:49 PM
mamaL said...: Looks like a wonderful book! I'm a SAHM to three boys too and would love something new to read with them.; January 29, 2008 at 2:51 PM
Christine said...: My little boy is 13 months, and already is 100% little boy. And my husband was a boy scout, so I'm sure he would love for our little guy to have this to grow into. Thanks for entering us.; January 29, 2008 at 3:15 PM
Blessed Beyond a doubt.... said...: Of course, my 5 sons would highly appreciate this little book.

Oh ~ how nice ~ I want to win. Please count me in.

http://tonsofsons.wordpress.com/; January 29, 2008 at 3:18 PM
Unknown said...: I have a son and a daughter, plus my husband, who is sahd. It is so interesting to see the differences between the two kids, and I would love to be able to read more about it!; January 29, 2008 at 3:57 PM
Anonymous said...: This would actually go to my best friend and her little boy who I am an Auntie to....thanks!; January 29, 2008 at 4:06 PM
Cathi said...: I'm blessed to be able to live close to my grandson's who I have a jolly good time with. This book sounds to be right up our alley.; January 29, 2008 at 4:42 PM
Anonymous said...: I have two boys and a girl. My boys are Jason, 6 years and Ben 3 years and both are extremely smart and fantastic problem solvers. I plan on both of them getting involved in the boy scouts as my husband and my dad were both scouts.

Great giveaway! I've been having so much fun with this myself. :)

you can reach me at my blog or at ammie at sleepingmommy dot com; January 29, 2008 at 5:04 PM
Ashley said...: Oh thanks for the giveaway! My four little brothers would love to read through this book. They are country boy's and just the other day were wanting to learn how to taxidermy.

ashley

forhisglorytoo[at]comcast[dot]net; January 29, 2008 at 5:26 PM
Valerie said...: I have a 2 year old boy that loves to be read to!; January 29, 2008 at 6:11 PM
Anonymous said...: My daughter is a real tomboy. Does that count? My nephew (aged 3) would love it, though, and his birthday is coming up!; January 29, 2008 at 7:19 PM
Suzanne said...: I have one son.... And that's ALL I can handle! LOL Everyone keeps telling me he's ALL boy, but I have NO clue what that means! To me, he's a handful! I applaud all you ladies with more than 1 boy! LOL; January 29, 2008 at 8:01 PM
Melissa said...: I have 3 boys, plus my husband, so this would definitely interest me, and them! :) Thanks so much!
Melissa
MamasBabiesx4@gmail.com; January 29, 2008 at 8:06 PM
Richelle said...: I have one little boy (2) and one big boy (DH). He would love to teach all that stuff to our son!; January 29, 2008 at 8:28 PM
threelilmnms said...: I only have one boy and he's the oldest...age 9yr. He loves to play basketball, build forts, play with legos, sharpen his utility knives, and lots of other "boy" stuff.
Sounds like a neat book!
Leinani
www.heartofwisdom.com/PUREANDSENSIBLE/; January 29, 2008 at 8:30 PM
vicvic said...: I would love to have this book for my boys! Noah is so very interested in everything, EVERYTHING. His brother, Michael, needs a bit of good, clean fun - too entertainment minded!; January 29, 2008 at 8:51 PM
Smellyann said...: I have a little boy who's going on five soon, and he could use a little help in this department! He's got two sisters and tends to do what the girls do. He loves his cars, though, and is just a great kid. Thanks!; January 29, 2008 at 8:58 PM
Katie said...: I would love this for my 5 year old boy!! Thanks for the chance to win!!

Katie
http://bimw.wordpress.com; January 29, 2008 at 9:07 PM
Risa said...: My son has just recently discovered that he likes to read. He is 7 and would love this book!; January 29, 2008 at 9:14 PM
Sahm Lee said...: Finally a book that might help me understand my son. He's the 1st boy in our family for 15 years so I'm a bit clueless to alot of his behavior.; January 29, 2008 at 9:18 PM
Anonymous said...: I have a (almost) 3 year old Bulldozer and a one year old giggling terror. After two girly-girls, I'm ready to explore the muddy, adventurous world of boys! Count me in!; January 29, 2008 at 9:53 PM
Jennifer P. said...: fkjfLots of boys here! Must. have. book. to. keep. them. occupied!!!
Count me in :)--thanks!; January 29, 2008 at 10:51 PM
My Blessings From Above said...: I have two boys, ages 6 and 2. We are a homeschool family and love books. They are the lights of my life! Both of my boys love the rock group Queen and know all of their songs!; January 29, 2008 at 11:05 PM
A family of boys said...: I always love to find other families with all boys. I feel so outnumbered at times. I have 3 boys and my hubby...I have to agree with the first commenter, my boys eat so much!!!!!; January 30, 2008 at 12:29 AM
Anonymous said...: How lovely :) I'd share this with my little nephew :D

anastasia_falling@yahoo.com; January 30, 2008 at 12:52 AM
JavaMama said...: I have 2 beastly boys Superman (7) and T-Rex (3). They are all boy and then some, love to be outside, in the dirt soaking up the sun. I would just LOVE to bless them with this book, give them some wonderful things to do with their busy little hands and bring them and their amazing daddy together for some quality time. THanks!!

JOYfully in Him,
Kelli; January 30, 2008 at 6:56 AM
CurlyGirlCrochet.etsy.com said...: I have one young boy and a hubby. My little guy is your typical boy - loves to rough house, cars, building things (and knocking them down!). I wouldn't trade him for the world.

Please enter me in your drawing. I would love to have this book ~ thank you so much!

http://www.CurlyGirlCrochet.etsy.com; January 30, 2008 at 9:16 AM
Gina said...: The only boy in my life is my hubby. We have 2 girls but are hoping for a boy next. If I don't have a boy then I will give this book to my cousin's little boy. He is just so precious and all boy. Thanks for the chance.; January 30, 2008 at 9:44 AM
NerdMom said...: I have 6 year old and 2 year olds boys who rule part of my life(I also have 2 girls). It seems this would be great for a homeschooler!; January 30, 2008 at 9:46 AM
Sarah said...: I have a 18 month old boy and hopefully more on the way, along with my two girls, he could use this later. My brothers had a older copy of this when we were growing up.

Sarah
SeekingHim@gmail.com
www.homeschoolblogger.com/OhioSarah; January 30, 2008 at 10:00 AM
Anonymous said...: Well..I grew up with all girls in the family and now, I am married and have a BOY!!! Needless to say, I don't know a lot about boy stuff...but I'm really enjoying it!

laurabethgraham1@gmail.com; January 30, 2008 at 10:19 AM
paryjeja said...: I would read this to my son.; January 30, 2008 at 10:24 AM
Holly (2 Kids and Tired) said...: I have two boys, plus my husband. My 9 year old is a kid who can't stop learning. he loves to read and he loves anything he can read that teaches him something, especially if it's about science. Awesome giveaway. Thanks!; January 30, 2008 at 11:34 AM
Heather said...: I have two little DS, 3.5 yrs and 1.5 yrs. They keep me on my toes every day! Thanks!

And check out my give a way!
http://thedowfamilyblog.blogspot.com/2008/01/bloggy-giveaway-carnival.html; January 30, 2008 at 11:40 AM
Anonymous said...: we've had three sons, but I think my dh would love this the most! what a neat book! :); January 30, 2008 at 12:12 PM
The Downtown Boutique said...: I have one son, and one husband, who both love to do "GUY" things, like hunting, fishing, playing basketball, etc.. Hubby got son "The Dangerous Book for Boys" last summer, and winning this book would be a great surprise for both of them.

I was a single mom for 10 years, so I praise God for a wonderful husband who is a real man, and is teaching our son to be a real man.

Angie; January 30, 2008 at 12:39 PM
Anonymous said...: I have two sons and a hubby (and honestly, my daughters would love this, too). My sons are all boy, and they have huge hearts. They love to be needed, work hard, and give to people. They have an amazing dad, too.

I'd love to win this for them.

Thanks for the chance to win! :)

adashofsassitude (at) thesilvas (dot) com; January 30, 2008 at 1:04 PM
Unknown said...: I have two boys! They would love this book!; January 30, 2008 at 1:41 PM
Jon and Sarah said...: I am having a boy this summer, so any help will be great.; January 30, 2008 at 2:06 PM
Amanda said...: I have a little brother who is 18 years younger than me and he is all boy! Growing up with just me and my sister and then having a little wonderful suprise has enlightened me into the world of boyhood!

thechickgals@yahoo.com; January 30, 2008 at 2:34 PM
Sarah said...: Just had my first boy! COunt me in!; January 30, 2008 at 3:16 PM
ktrae said...: This would be great for my nephew. He can learn mechanical and farm stuff from his daddy and grandpas but the boy scouty stuff is not so much what they do. And since both sets of grandparents are out in the country, he'll have the room to do all this stuff.; January 30, 2008 at 3:18 PM
Lulu said...: I coulda' sworn I entered this one, but evidently not...my little man is stuck in the middle of two sisters and in a house full of women. Sometimes he says he has to go see his grandpa for some "guy time".; January 30, 2008 at 3:34 PM
Preppy Mama said...: I only have one little man (2 years to be exact) and I can't imagine having three!
count me in!; January 30, 2008 at 3:52 PM
Anonymous said...: I would read this book with my 8 and 9 year old sons. Both are complete opposites of each other, but great in his own way. The 9 year old is somewhat nerdy, wears glasses, thinks girls have cooties, loves to watch TV and play with webkinz, and has the biggest heart of any child I've seen.
The 8 year old is more independent, thinks girls are cute, and likes to play rough.

partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com; January 30, 2008 at 3:55 PM
Lift Up Your Hearts said...: I too have 3 boys (and a girl) plus one big, handsome boy. My little boys are Malachi age 9, Graham age 8 and Canaan who's almost one. Sniff sniff! HisKids37@sbcglobal.net; January 30, 2008 at 4:48 PM
Meredith A. said...: Oh my goodness... my husband adores books like this!; January 30, 2008 at 4:58 PM
Tanya said...: I have 2 boys (plus a husband) in my live. My older is the one who I would read the book with first. He is 5 and a outgoing, energetic little guy who loves all things outdoors.; January 30, 2008 at 4:58 PM
JewelsHud said...: I have just one little boy right now and he is such a joy - I'd love to have anything new to read to him - we go through books like crazy!

julieahudson[at]hotmail[.]com; January 30, 2008 at 7:26 PM
Jen @ JenuineJen said...: I love books. Please count me in. Thanks for hosting!; January 30, 2008 at 7:28 PM
Medley Family said...: I have two boys in my life, one is my husband and the other is my one year old son. I think this book would be so fun to read!; January 30, 2008 at 8:22 PM
Lura said...: Count me in as a mom of 3 boys too! I have 4 year old twins and a 2 1/2 year old. This looks like a fun book.; January 30, 2008 at 9:07 PM
Williams' Family said...: Where did you get that sign? I love it!

I also have 3 boys! 7,5,14months, and we just found out we are expecting another boy in June!

Would love this book!!!!; January 30, 2008 at 9:35 PM
April said...: I have 3 boys(and 2 girls) and I would love to enjoy this book with them. My boys are 11,9 and 2.5 years old and they keep me on my toes! Thanks for the giveaway!; January 30, 2008 at 9:46 PM
Mylinda said...: After two girls, our two boys are special gifts. They are ages 3 and 5 and are soooo different from the girls, but tons of fun! They keep us young! :-); January 30, 2008 at 9:53 PM
Susanne said...: I had a daughter and then didn't know what to expect when I had my son. What a blessing that little boy has been to me!!! I've learned that boys are every bit as precious as girls (and they sure do love their Mama!). I'd love to read this book to my little guy.; January 30, 2008 at 10:36 PM
Susanne said...: I had a daughter and then didn't know what to expect when I had my son. What a blessing that little boy has been to me!!! I've learned that boys are every bit as precious as girls (and they sure do love their Mama!). I'd love to read this book to my little guy.; January 30, 2008 at 10:37 PM
Kathie said...: I have one boy. Count me in; January 30, 2008 at 10:57 PM