Valentine’s Day Goody Swap
I remember a time when I used to get candy, flowers, a beautiful card and a nice romantic dinner on Valentine’s Day.
Now it’s a school made card from Girlie Girl and take out from Big City Diner. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining. I love my special made card and Big City Diner has the best guava baby back ribs in the world! Yum!
This year I thought I’d like to do something fun and hopefully you’ll all join me. How about a Valentine’s Day Goody Swap? I was going to make it a candy swap but thought I’d broaden the options.
Here’s how it works:
- If you’d like to participate, just add your link to the Mr. Linky below. You have until January 31st to sign-up.
- You will be sending your package to the person next in line. For example, I will sign up first and send my package to the 2nd person who signs up, the 2nd person will send to the 3rd, and so on. The last person will send a package to me. Got it?
- In order to try and get to know each other better, I have posted a questionnaire in hopes we learn a little more about you. You can post your answers on your blog or in comments.
- It is your responsibility to contact your recepient to obtain their mailing address. Use this opportunity to meet a new blogger and possibly make a new friend!
- Beginning February 1st, you may start mailing out your goody packages. Please try to get them to their receivers before February 14th.
- You should try to spend somewhere between $8 – $10, not including shipping charges.
- As an added incentive, the person who refers the most people to join this event will receive a box of chocolate covered macadamia nut shortbread cookies from me. Make sure they mention your name!
- Once you’ve received your goodies, don’t forget to take pictures so we can all see what you got!
- Have Fun!
Questionnaire:
- What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? see above
- In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? see above
- If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? recess peanut butter cups, malted milk balls or homemade chocolate chip cookies. yum!
- Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? chocolate covered cherries!
- If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? call all my friends to jump in and help me eat my way out!
Any questions? Please feel free to email me. Feel free to steal this banner or the button located in the sidebar.
Update: As an added bonus, the person who refers the most participants will also receive a custom wallpaper for your computer designed by the talented Mert of Almost Somewhat Positive. Check out the beautiful ones that she made for me!
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What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? – probably similar to a Day Spa experience only just me & DH giving each other the massages & stuff.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? Just a normal Wednesday with possibly some gifts from DD & DH…gotta remember to tell DH to NOT get me a card (he is so terrible at picking out a card!)
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Caramel! Turtles or Twix! ;D
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? stuff with Peanut butter! Blech!
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? Why?
Cool deal! Thanks, LG!!!
Good thing if I answered the questionnaire, huh?
Questionnaire:
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? Really, just receiving a nice bouquet of flowers … ones that are “thought out” and not just picked up at a local grocery store. And chocolate. I never turn it down.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
Nothing like the above. I am lucky to get a handmade card from the kids.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Hmmmm…. chocolate of any kind, except nothing with nuts. Not a fan of chocolate and nuts.
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? See above … chocolate with nuts, and nothing with coconut.
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? Dude… don’t tease me!
This sounds like fun. I wrote a post in my Blog about it.
Questions
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? Dinner out with my husband and no children.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? Making dinner for my family and opening cards made by my children.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Dark Chocolate!!
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? I like any type of sweet!!!
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? Eat some and then call for help!!!
Did I tell you that you’re very creative Kailani?!
1. My idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day is…hmm…it’s been so long since I had one, I don’t remember it! Sad, isn’t it? I think what would be really nice is an indoor picnic with no kids around.
2. My reality Valentine’s Day is homemade cards from my kids, kisses from my kids, and maybe an Happy Valentine’s Day from my husband (if he remembers it).
3. A lifetime supply of my favorite sweet indulgence would be Droste Extra Rich Milk Chocolate Pastilles. Those or English toffee.
4. A sweet treat I absolultely DON’T like? Not really — I’m neutral on chocolate-covered cherries, and I’m burned out on chocolate mint stuff. Oh, wait — I hate coconut!!!!!!
5. If I fell into a pool of chocolate, how would I get out? I might ask for some peppermint schnapps, some Baileys, or maybe even some coffee to be added and drink my way out.
Yay, this sounds like fun!
Sounds like an awesome idea, though if I were to get a box of goodies for valentines day from a mysterious stranger, you would be reading about my murder soon after. perhaps the next swap
** Well, we wouldn’t want anything bad happening to you! LOL!
1. What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? – A delicious and savory dinner out, a thoughtful gift, a romantic/funny card and Godiva chocolate!
2. In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? – Pretty close to the ideal, though Godiva depends on where he’s been shopping.
3. If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Godiva Strawberry Cheesecake Truffles – Yum-o!
4.Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? – That would be anything with raspberries or cherries in it.
5.If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? – Wouldn’t a more relevant (and fun) question be, who would I pull in?
My answer to that one, btw, varies on if we’re talking reality, or fantasy based. teehee
Awesome idea local girl! Here are my answers:
Questionnaire:
* What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
A quiet dinner out with the hubby and a good movie.
* In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
Usually very close to that actually.
* If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Godiva Truffles…they are so amazing!!! I’d have to say good Dark Chocolate as well actually.
* Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
Any kind of caramel and cheap milk chocolate…ick! Not a fan of hard candy either, but I’ll eat it.
* If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
Uh….why would you want to?
re: me being fast…I was up pretty late last night and saw it then…and I’ve been waiting for it since you first put the picture on your sidebar. hee hee
I’m looking forward to some goodies!
Questionnaire:
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
I guess it would be one where we both enjoyed it – like dinner and time together; but if I were being selfish, it would be that hubby would go riding horses with me and on a picnic.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
It’s on a Wednesday this year, so it will be like most weekdays, cooking, getting ready for school, etc…except I’ll have Valentine’s baskets for my girls and get cards from them and hubby and it will be over!
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Probably Banana Splits!
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
anything with coconut!
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? Call my kids to help me slurp it up!
This is fun – I love “games”!!!
Cute Idea
* What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? Nice dinner (in or out) with my sweetie
* In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? work, kids, rushing to do valentines, to much crap comes home from school. Dog eats valentine’s left around living room
* If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? pistachios
* Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? white chocolate
* If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? why would i get out?
how exciting! thanks for being so creative!
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
Get away with my husband for a nice quiet dinner and a movie.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
Uaually it is, Since it’s not on a weekend this year, probably not until SAT! My oldest daughter’s Birthday is Valentine’s Day, so we’ll be celebrating her B-Day as usual.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Chocolate any kind. Especially Truffles.
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
Dried fruit and chewy chocolate candies.
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
Have my girls help me by slurping it all up!
Hey! Thanks so much for setting this up – it sounds like a blast! I answered the questions on my blog as I shamelessly plugged your site.
** Cool! The more participants the better! Thanks for joining us!
Oh yes, please! Count me in
I’ll complete the questionnaire in my blog.
Oh, and I learned about this through tiggerprr’s blog
what a super idea – I will mention on our site.
** Thank you! I really appreciate it!
Romantic Valentines Day–This year, I’m truly looking forward to a night at home with the puppies.
Realistically–I have several trials coming up, and I’ll probably end up working really late at the office.
Lifetime supply–pink icing
Sweet treat I don’t like–conversation hearts. Yucky!
Pool of chocolate–swim. I wonder if a chocolate bath is good for the skin…
What a super fun idea. I love swaps
The more the merrier… lol.
-What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? A night out with my sweetie. We don’t have to go anywhere expensive… just away from the house. I would love to go back to the shore for Valentine’s, get a bottle of wine or champagne, take out from “The Grill,” and cuddle at home.
-In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? Actually, a lot like I what I said above. We might not get to the shore, but we do cuddle at home
-If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Chocolate, of course…. is there anything else?
-Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? I don’t like coconut at all. And, jelly beans, gummy worms, anything with that “chewy” texture.
-If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? eat myself out
Hi! I came over from Christinas blog ( Are we there yet?)
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? Dinner at a nice restuarant and staying in a nice hotel overnight.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? probably like any other day since I am not in a relationship.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? suckers!!! all flavors.
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? Not much into dark chocolate
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? After I gained about a hundred pounds and the chocolate was all gone Id waddle out!
OOOOOOHHHHHH this is exciting – I am thrilled as a single mom to join in the fun – V-day is not exactly what it used to be when married! This will add to the fun! THANKS
Ooooh, how exciting! I love me some Valentine’s Day goodies, and you know what I love more? SHOPPING for goodies for someone else!
I will put a post up on my site tomorrow, and send some love your way! I will also post my answers within that post!
Thanks so much for organizing this. Such fun…
I’ll be answering in my blog! This is fun!
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
A surpise, thoughtful gift and dinner out or in
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
Gifts from the kids, and sometimes a card and/or gift from hubby
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Snickers
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
Anything with coconut and dark chocolate
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
LOL Eat/drink my way out, of course!
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
Staying in our pjs all day long, watching movies in bed and eating anything we want.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
I make a big fancy dinner that involves Indian food, and dark chocolate for dessert.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Dark chocolate with orange flavor.
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? Anything with coconut. And marischino cherries.
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
Very slowly.
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
An evening out with my hubby.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
Taco night at home with the family. Homemade cards from the kids and a card from hubby. And I’m not complaining because this is a wonderful way to spend Valentines Day.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Reeses Peanut Butter Cups
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? Anything Coconut
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
I’d eat my way out:)
Fun! I’m here from Christina, Miss Patent Princess. I’ll go do a post about this and answer the questionnaire there.
My dad owned a candy store when I was growing up. Pretty cool, huh?
I forgot to say that I learned about this from 5 Minutes for Mom:)
I just wanted to say that I posted about this on my blog and also answered the questions – I am so excited!
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
Spending a weekend with my husband at a bed and breakfast.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? Working, cleaning, running errands, making dinner and dealing with our teenage son.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Chocolate covered donuts.
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? I’m not a fan of chocolate filled with nuggets or fruits.
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? Why would I want to? I would call my husband over to join me.
This is a great idea! Thanks for suggesting it.
What a simply delicious idea!
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The answers:
* What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
Fulfilling the idea of the one you love
* In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
Underlinings of a bit of heartbreak for those who are alone.
* If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Smiles and laughter.
* Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
Honey in my hair doesn’t thrill me much.
* If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
In the dead of night, darling.
Hope to see you posting and meeting up at wofoblog.
I’m half asleep!!! I added my name to the wrong list! OMG! Can you please tell wofoblog that I’m not their person!? I am an idget!
I’m sorry.
** LOL! No worries! I deleted your link from Mr. Linky. I’ll also let wofoblog and PEA know, too.
This is such a fun idea…I’m in:-)
I like this idea of a Valentines Day Swap. Very Cool! Here are my answers…
* What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
It would start with my making breakfast in bed for someone special…then I would draw her a bath with rose petals floating in the fragrant water. Next there would be a Valentines Day Lunch and then a movie, followed by a lovely walk. After the walk we would have dinner by candlelight…a long slow dinner…while listening to music…then…ahh…the rest is private…
* In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
Sometimes I have to perform music, sometimes I try to make it as close as possible to the above answer.
* If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Cherry Cordials…
* Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
Ice Cream with cake together in the same dish…yuck!
* If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
I guess I wouldn’t…I can’t swim!
** I guess drowning in chocolate is not a bad way to go! LOL!
What a fun idea! I’ll have to answer the questions a little later so will post them on my blog.
Hugs!
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
A bubble bath withy my husband…champagne, srawberries, the whole nine yards,
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
Movies and popcorn.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
Peeps
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
Scream for help.
* What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? A nice quiet dinner (hubby can come along too!) lol
* In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? Just another day….Cooking, cleaning….
* If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Reeses peanut butter cups mmmmm!
* Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? I pretty much like it all !
* If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? I would eat my way out LOL
Wow, what a brilliant idea! I’d love to join, but I live in England and the shipping costs either way would be horrendous
Hope everyone has an extra special Valentines though!
found this via jeni at “an editorial of life” – what a great idea!
* What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
steak! and mushrooms!
* In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
usually steak and mushrooms, but at the outback, not a
fancy steakhouse! and this year is our first with the baby,
and my parents are coming into town. so it will probably be
pizza and watching the baby
* If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
boston cream donuts
* Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
no, not really! i am very non-discriminating when it comes to
sweets
* If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
side-stroke (unless i could use the giant tube from willy
wonka
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
I think a romantic Valentine’s Day would be having a fantastic dinner at a fancy restaurant and then heading off to a Broadway show. When the show is over, my date and I stroll off to a nearby park and discuss philosophy, poetry, and other intellectual musings.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
My Valentine’s Day has been everything under the sun. I have gone to Cirque du Soleil for V-day. I have also had a fine cooked meal at home with great wine and great company. I have even sat at home watching lovey-dovey movies while eating exorbitant amounts of chocolate. I’m not picky so I think that works for me when it comes to V-day!
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Oregon Chai would be great! Godiva chocolates, especially the chocolate covered brownies. Godiva cheesecake from The Cheesecake Factory. Homemade chocolate-chip cookies. I don’t know. I have so many indulgences!
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
I’m not big on key-lime pie. I don’t like lemon meringue either. I despise jellybeans and candy corn. I also don’t like hard cinnamon candies. Ick.
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
Would I really need to get out? I would eat my way out. There’s no doubt. And when other women would be appalled at my sheer eating tenacity, I would laugh and say, “These curves demand chocolate, ladies!”
You should just ban me from using Mr. Linky on your site! I did it again with the Valentine slot.
Please don’t hate me! I should not blog before I’ve had a whole serving of caffeine. :/
OK, my curiosity is getting the better of me, I’ll play! I’ll post my Valentin’s stuff tomorrow. :O)
Fun! I’ll post some Valentines info later today (hopefully!) if not later in the week.
Thanks for the fun way to meet new people!
I love getting packages in the mail-just like a little kid!
referred from http://embracingmomminess.com/
I put up my answers @ http://thefrugalmomma.blogspot.com/2007/01/valentines-day-swap.html
This sounds like soooo much fun! I posted my answers to the questions on my blog… Check ‘em out.
I’ll be by soon!
Hey, I like this idea – it’s always fun to get a package in the mail
Now, what will I send…? Luckily I have a couple of days to think up something interesting!
PS Mert from Almost Somewhat Positive sent me!
Can’t wait!
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day? Dinner and a movie…..flowers and chocolates…….I’m not terribly picky.
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like? Just another day.
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be? Ghiradelli chocolate carmel squares
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? dark chocolate or ones with orange .
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out? Whjo wants to get out?
I forgot to tell you in my other comment…..Zeus sent me!
What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
A day off with my husband, romantic dinner out
In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
I’m working a 12 hour shift
If you could have a lifetime supply of your favorite sweet indulgence, what would it be?
Godiva Chocolate,hello?
Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like? chocolate covered cherries! Yup, can’t stand them!
If you fell into a pool of chocolate, how would you get out?
I’d eat my way out! LOL!:razz:
I cannot find an email address for the person under me anywhere’s. I’ve been to their blog, their other blog. No luck?????? Help!
Try posting on their latest blog message and leave your email addy. That is how I got the info I needed.
Linda
Ok, so I haven’t been contacted by the person listed before me… What is ok here? Didn’t want to contact them and be out of ettiquette with my first swap or anything???
That’s strange since I have gotten email from him confirming his participation. Maybe he got confused and sent to the person above him instead of below. Since time is running out, email me your address and I’ll send you something.
Thanks. I really think that it is just the way my Feb is going… Should just crawl into bed & stay there!
I got my package, thank you everything looks so yummy! Hope everyone had a great Valentine’s Day, we had a snow day to celebrate… So we made paintings, me & the 2 kiddos, had a blast & I’m still finding paint drops, thank goodness for washable paint
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