Friday, November 12, 2010

Checking Our List #11: Alphabet Photography Inspirational Series Review & Giveaway (Winner's Choice!)




Anyone who has been in my house knows that many of my walls are full of pictures of our kids, family and the special times we've shared together. It's what really makes it feel like a home. I like for the decor I use to not only be warm and inviting, but also something that represents who I am and the things that are important to me. That's why I love Alphabet Photography and their one of a kind selection of letter art.

Alphabet Photography is the work of Jennifer Blakeley, inspired by a children's book called "Alphabet City"by Stephen T. Johnson. Jennifer spent time traveling Canada to collect a gallery of photos that resemble letters of the English Alphabet. All of the photos are of objects found in their natural surroundings. After returning, and growing the business, Alphabet Photography is now a very successful company with a customer base from all around the world.

For those who have been visiting my blog for a while, you may remember the review I did for Alphabet Photography last January. I was sent a framed Customized Alphabet Photography Word of my choice and couldn't have been happier with the result. Our 'Family' piece of art is still hanging in the living room where visitors see it the moment they walk into our home. We've received several compliments on it and have had many people ask where they can purchase one for themselves.

From the moment I saw the great quality and beauty in the pictures they have taken, I knew I wanted to collect more Alphabet Photography pieces over time. I have been browsing through their Inspirational Series for quite some time and was excited to learn that we were going to have the opportunity to review one.



There are several that would be a great fit for our family, but I was instantly drawn to the HOME frame and decided to go with that one. I'm so happy that I did!

When the product arrived I was very excited to check it out. As I pulled it out of the box I was happy to find that they had carefully wrapped it and covered the edges to keep it safe in shipment. I appreciate companies that take care in the way they send items like this.

Once I got it out of the bubble wrap and cardboard, I was once again in awe! The sepia toned pictures are breathtaking and, that along with the black frame, make this a truly remarkable piece to look at and have displayed in my home.

Aside from the stunning pictures that spell out the word HOME, is the inspirational quote which drew me to this particular collage frame in the first place.

It takes hands to build a house, but only hearts can build a home' - Unknown

This quote couldn't have been more perfect. It's the love that we share and the memories we create that truly make it a place we can call our home. I love it!!

The size is also something I really appreciate. At 15 x 13 inches it's small enough to hang pretty much anywhere, yet large enough that it stands out and catches people's attention the moment they walk into a room.

I was very impressed with the quality right from the start. It's printed on Professional Grade Crystal Archive Photographic Paper, mounted on wood, framed with a black high quality wood frame. It's extremely durable and something I know will last.

Once again, Alphabet Photography did not disappoint. I am continually amazed with their great selection. I mean, who doesn't love to have a customized piece unlike any other? I know I do! That's what I love about this company. With over 1000 Alphabet photographs to choose from, you can easily create a piece that is truly one of a kind.

The letter art from Alphabet Photography is stunning and timeless. With the wide selection of products...everything from calendars and posters to customized words and inspirational alphabet art...there's something for everyone.



If you're looking for a unique, fashionable and personalized Holiday gift this year, I would highly recommend checking out Alphabet Photography for anyone on your list!

Buy It: You can purchase the HOME Inspirational Series for $45 on at AlphabetPhotography.com.

Win It: Thanks to Alphabet Photography one very lucky reader is going to win the print of their choice from Alphabet Photography's Inspirational Series!

Mandatory Entry - Visit Alphabet Photography and tell me which piece you'd choose from their Inspirational Series if you won.

Extra Entries: (Only valid after the mandatory entry has been completed. Leave 1 comment for each extra entry)

1. 1 extra entry-
Enter the Alphabet Photography Inspirational Series Giveaway at Thanks, Mail Carrier

2. 1 extra entry- 'Like' Alphabet Photography on Facebook

3. 1 extra entry- Follow Alphabet Photography on Twitter

4. 3 extra entries- Grab our Checking Our List Holiday Gift Guide Button and leave a comment with the URL where it can be found.

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3 extra entries- Blog about this giveaway (linking to this post and Alphabet Photography) and leave THREE comments with the URL to that post.

6. 1 extra entry- Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway (You can tweet once a day for one extra entry every day)! You can copy and paste:

Checking Our List 11: WIN the piece of your choice from @AlphabetPhoto Inspirational Series! ARV $45! #momsbalancingact http://bit.ly/bo3j6p


7. 3 extra entries- Post my blog button or blog URL to your blog and leave a comment with the URL to your blog. (If it already is, leave me a comment letting me know)

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2 extra entries- subscribe to A Mom's Balancing Act via e-mail (found along the side column) and leave TWO comments letting me know.

9. 2 extra entries- 'Like' A Mom's Balancing Act on Facebook

10. 2 extra entries- Follow my blog publicly on Google Friend Connect

11. Enter any of my other
Holiday Gift Guide giveaways running now. Leave me a comment on which one(s)....ONE entry for EACH giveaway you enter!!

Leave one comment for each entry you complete. Be sure to leave your email address with your comments or make sure it's visible in your profile so that I have a way to contact you if you win!

This giveaway will end December 3rd and is open to the US and Canada!

**The products for this review and giveaway were provided for free by Alphabet Photography. All opinions found here are my own and were not influenced in any way. The opinions of others may differ from my own**

717 comments:

  1. I would choose "Faith"
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  2. I'd want the Remember one.

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  3. i entered the thanks, mail carrier giveaway

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  4. i like alphabet photograph on facebook

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  6. i subscribe via email 1

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  10. im a follower on gfc 1

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  11. im a follower on gfc 2

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  12. I would choose Hope.
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  13. I "LIKE" Alphabet Photography on Facebook
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  14. I follow you on Twitter
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  18. I love these! I really like the Remember, Family and Home.

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  19. I like Alphabet Photography on Facebook

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  20. I entered the Checking Our List HearthSong giveaway.
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  21. I have your Checking Off Our List Holiday Gift Guide button on my blog #1
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  22. I entered the Checking Our List Audiovox 7-inch Portable DVD Player giveaway.
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  23. I have your Checking Off Our List Holiday Gift Guide button on my blog #2
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  24. I have your Checking Off Our List Holiday Gift Guide button on my blog #3
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  25. I entered the Checking Our List Melissa and Doug Play Food Set from Pretend Play Kitchens giveaway.
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  26. I entered the Checking Our List GummyLump giveaway.
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  27. I subscribe via e-mail #1

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  28. I subscribe via e-mail #2

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  29. I like A Mom's Balancing Act on Facebook

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  31. I follow publicly via google friend connect #1

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  33. I entered the Magneatos give away

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  34. I would love the Family one.

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  35. I entered the Checking Our List Xtrema giveaway.
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  36. I entered the Checking Our List Citiblocs giveaway.
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  37. I would choose the "Family" piece.

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  38. 11/12 Tweet: http://twitter.com/racheldawn24/statuses/3145662208151552

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  39. I entered this giveaway at Thanks, Mail Carrier.

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  40. I entered the Magneatos giveaway
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  41. I entered the Melissa and Doug giveaway racheldawn24 at yahoo dot com

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  42. I entered the Citiblocs giveaway .
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  43. I entered the ERGObaby giveaway
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  44. I entered the Gummy Lump Winner's Choice Giveaway
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  45. I entered the Little Tikes Neighborhood Market Giveaway
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  46. I entered the Summer Infant Nature's Purest high chair giveaway
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  47. I would choose the Remember Print

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  48. I entered Thanks Mail Carrier's giveaway

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  49. I like Alphabet Photography on FB - Cari Sutton

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  50. Following Alphabet Photography on Twitter @ThisLittleFam

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  51. I have the Holiday Button.

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  52. I have the Holiday Button.

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  53. I have the Holiday Button.

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  54. Following you on Twitter @ThisLittleFam and I tweeted.

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  55. I have your blog button.

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  56. I have your blog button.

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  58. email subscriber

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  59. I like you on FB - Cari Sutton

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  62. I entered the Little Tikes giveaway

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  63. I entered the Magneatos giveaway

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  64. I entered the Xtrema giveaway

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  65. I entered the Gummy Lump giveaway

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  66. I would choose the Faith print if I won.

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  67. I entered the Alphabet Photography Giveaway at Thanks, Mail Carrier.

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  68. I entered your Summer Infant giveaway.

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  69. I entered your Pretend Play Kitchens giveaway.

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  70. I entered your Hearthsong giveaway.

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  71. I entered your Little Tikes giveaway.

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  72. I would love to win the Home art. Thanks! (alidear at hotmail dot com)

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  73. I like alphabet photography on fb (alidear at hotmail dot com)

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  74. I would choose the Home piece.

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  75. I entered the giveaway at Thanks, Mail Carrier.

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  76. I love the Inspirational Series - Faith

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  77. entered Thanks, Mail Carrier giveaway

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  78. I follow Alphabet Photography on Twitter as
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  79. I "like" Alphabet Photography on facebook

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  80. I follow you on Twitter as 2Cats2See and I tweeted.

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  81. I subscribe through e-mail

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  82. I subscribe through e-mail -2

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  83. I'm a facebook fan

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  87. entered your Holiday Gift Guide ~ Checking Our List 10: Summer Infant Natures Purest Hug Me High Chair

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  88. entered your Holiday Gift Guide ~ Checking Our List 9: Winner's Choice - Melissa and Doug Wooden Workbench OR Folding Wooden Princess Castle from GummyLump.com

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  89. entered your Holiday Gift Guide ~ Checking Our List 8: Epson PictureMate Compact Photo Printer

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  90. entered your Holiday Gift Guide ~ Checking Our List 5: Xtrema 1.25 Qt. Steamer Set

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  91. entered your Holiday Gift Guide ~ Checking Our List 4: Melissa and Doug Play Food Set from Pretend Play Kitchens

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  92. entered your Holiday Gift Guide ~ Checking Our List 3: Audiovox 7-inch Portable DVD Player

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  93. entered your Holiday Gift Guide ~ Checking Our List 2: Magneatos 72 Pc Set from HearthSong

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  94. entered your Holiday Gift Guide ~ Checking Our List 1: Little Tikes Neighborhood Market

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  95. I follow you on email.

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  96. I follow you on email.

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  97. checking our list #10

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  107. I would choose the Framed Joy Print.

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  108. I have also entered at Thanks, Mail Carrier.

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  109. I think I'd pick the Hope one.

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  110. I love the remember one
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  111. following alphabet photography on twitter @lauraphilips
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  112. entered at Thanks Mail Carrier
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  113. I would get MOTHER for my mom.

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  114. I entered this giveaway at Thanks, Mail Carrier.

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  115. I like Alphabet Photography on Facebook.

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  116. I follow you on Twitter.

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  117. I would choose "Home" as we will be moving to a new city next year and it would be nice to hang it in our new home there.

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  118. I like AP on FB.

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  119. I follow AP on Twitter.

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  120. I follow you on Twitter and I tweeted.
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  121. http://twitter.com/simplydab/status/3278623398166528

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  122. I Like you on FB. (1)

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  124. I'm an email subscriber. (1)

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  125. I'm an email subscriber. (2)

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  126. I'm a GFC subscriber. (1)

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  127. I like the Hope, Home AND Love pieces. :)
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  128. I'm a GFC subscriber. (2)

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  129. Entered @ Thanks, Mail Carrier.

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  130. I would choose Faith or Family. I love them!

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  131. Like AP on Facebook. (Tyler Reavis)

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  132. Follow AP on Twitter. (always6139)

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  133. e-mail subscriber 1
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  135. Follow you on Twitter. (always6139)
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  138. I would choose the Remember one and give it to my brother for Christmas. His 4 year old daughter died last year right before Christmas. :(

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  139. I like Alphabet Photography on FB

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  140. I like Alphabet Photography on Twitter (@shakymommy)

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  142. I subscribe via email 2

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  143. I like A Mom's Balancing Act on FB

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  144. I like A Mom's Balancing Act on FB 2

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  145. I follow on GFC

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  146. I follow on GFC 2

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  147. I entered the Summer Infant giveaway

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  148. I entered the Melissa & Doug giveaway

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  149. I entered the Epson giveaway

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  150. I entered the Citiblocs giveaway

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  151. I entered the HEarthsong giveaway

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  152. I like the "Friends" frame...for my dear friend!
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  153. I have your button!
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  155. I have your button!
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  156. I like you on facebook!
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  157. I like you on facebook!
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  158. If I won, I might choose the custom Children's Wish Series with my daughter's name for her bedroom.

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  159. Facebook fan of Alphabet Photography.

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  160. Following Alphabet Photography via Twitter.

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  161. Following you via Twitter and I tweeted.

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  162. Email subscriber. #1

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  164. i would pick mother
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  168. entered at thanks mail carrier
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  169. I would choose the Home one!
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  170. I like Alphabet photography on facebook (Suzanne Culp-Veldpaus)
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  171. I follow Alphabet Photo on twitter (sveldpaus)
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  172. I follow you on twitter and tweeted: http://twitter.com/sveldpaus/statuses/3461377834360832
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  173. I subscribe to your blog by email 1/2.
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  174. I subscribe to your blog by email 2/2.
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  175. I like you on facebook (Suzanne Culp-Veldpaus) 1/2.
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