Even though the weather is not quite starting to feel like summer, the signs of it are popping up everywhere. The sound of lawn mowers running early on the weekend, children taking their bikes to school, the streetlights not coming on until after 9pm. Sigh… Summer is the most anticipated season in our household and if you have kids, it probably is in yours too. 🙂 Three weeks and counting until school is out and freedom reigns!
There is another reason to love summer. Can you guess what it is? I’ll give you a hint: it has to do with a bunch of my blogger friends and I getting together to thank you, dear reader, for your support. How do we do that? With a fabulous CASH giveaway!!
The Giveaway:
One lucky reader is going to win a whopping $425 US in PayPal CASH!! Imagine all of the fun you can have this summer with that extra dough in your pocket. To be eligible to win just complete the Giveaway Tool below with your qualifying answers. This giveaway is open Worldwide, ages 18 and older. Please read our giveaway rules before entering. This giveaway ends on June 19th, 2017 at 11:59pm. Make sure you come back every day to take advantage of the daily entries! Good luck!
What will you do with the money if you win?
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Tammy says
Do what I can to help others. Leave larger tips and do random acts of kindness!
Regina Davis says
I would buy something for my husband’s birthday next month.
kellie lacy says
Thanks for the chance ! I would pay off my Walmart bill.
Dale Fish says
I would buy new garden equipment/tools for my wife.
mamakouk says
I could use a long weekend at the beach this summer.
Derek Jennings says
i would use it on a plane ticket to go back home and visit my family.
Mary Newland says
I would take my hubby out to lunch
Kim Naumann says
I’d buy a new front door.
Kim Lynch says
I would buy more landscape bricks LOL
Michelle Fuller says
I would buy some tires for the car.
Bridget Taylor says
Go to Disneyland.
Dmdaniel says
If I won, I would rent a car for a family weekend getaway.
Matt Streett says
pay bills
Christina O says
Buy some gifts.
Estela Medina says
I would buy summer clothes for my daughter and small road trip for summer vacation!!
Sheryl Holden says
Take my granddaughters to the American Girl Store
Jamie Herda says
I would take a long weekend vacation with the family. We can’t afford to do a week long one, this year.
Gina bla says
I’d donate to my favorite local dog rescues. #adoptdontshop
Hideki Yamada says
The money would be added to our vacation funds, for a big trip later this year!
Dorothea Collington says
Try to put it away for saving
Jessica smith says
Pay some bills and get a massage ?
Tina says
Pay someone to deep clean my house?
Carrie Conrad says
I would buy new pool floats and a fire pit for outside family fun.
Bonnie Wilks says
I would buy yard statues.
Lisa Spieth says
Help pay for my daughters wedding at the end of June.
Stephanie V. says
buy birthday gifts and maybe something for mama
Valerie L says
a mini vacation
Stevlo says
Buy my kids some new pool toys.
Cierra says
do something fun as a family
Ray Riley says
Take a cruise!
Kailyn P. says
Pay off some debt!!!
DAVID WASHBURN says
I WOULD BUY A NEW LAPTOP COMPUTER.
Alison V says
I would use it for a month of parents night out 🙂
rachal palomares says
I would use towards family trip.
Nancy W says
I would use the prize towards a family vacation this summer!
Rebecca Graham says
I would buy gas for my car.
Marsha webb says
Buy a new refrigerator or washer
Timothy Simpson says
Buy something nice for my mother! Thank you for the chance to win!
Lisa Weeks says
Id buy a area rug and pay a bill.
Katie Lewis says
This teacher would take a staycation!
Barbrara says
take a mini vacation
mary beth caliciuri says
If I won the prize, I would put it towards my family’s next trip to WDW.
TeaJay says
I would pay for repairs on my vehicle!
Nicole Acuna says
I would use it towards starting my yarn dyeing business:)
Annita ferrante says
Buy Christmas gifts early for once….
Brenda Em. says
I would buy gifts for my grandchildren 🙂
Alexis T says
I’d get a bunch of summer reads…beach books!
Selene Montgomery says
I’d use this prize for supplies in our fulltime RV lifestyle.
Nancy Bowers says
I would take a road trip with my hubby.
Mindi Eden says
I REALLY need new brakes for my car- boring I know, but it’s necessary!
Jeanette schardt says
Go on a great vacation with my boyfriend .we never have time ,with work ,we both need this ,to be in a beautiful place with the man i love would be great to have some alone time and to explore a new place?????love to win?????
Deb R. says
My PayPal account is my donation account. When I see a need that I want to donate to, I use my PayPal money.
Kathy c says
I’d use it for an upcoming weekend with my grandsons, going to a local theme park
Lori says
I would use it towards a Disney Vactaion.
Caroline says
I would put it toward our disney vacation.
Teresa Fowler says
I would send my son to the college band camp that he wants to attend this summer. Thank you!
Cindy Merrill says
My husband and I will be celebrating our 18th anniversary on the 23rd this month, the money would be used to replenish the amount spent on our credit card ( dinner and an evening cruise)
Amanda tucker says
Put it toward our next vacation! (:
Colette Peal says
I would have my tile floors professionally cleaned.
Hildred Yvonne Cherry says
I would get some work done on my car.
sarah says
pay for dinner with my husband
Robin Ward says
I would love to win this!!! take all my grandkids to the Beach and stay the night!!! love spending time with them
Adrienne Carter says
Put it towards bills and purchase some summer clothing .
Alejandra Carreno says
I’m usually a practical person when it comes to having a little extra $$ by paying bills or saving it. But since I can’t remember the last time I treated myself. So if I win, I will buy myself the digital Brother sewing machine I’ve been wanting for awhile. I would love to make clothes for my daughters because every time I go to a retailer (Target, Walmart, Kohl’s) to buy them summer clothes, I’m extremely disappointed to see the length of the shorts & skirts are shorter than the previous year. If that’s at all possible 🙁 Plus my 10yr old is bigger for her age and can’t find clothes in the Girl’s dept anymore. If we shop the pre teen section, it’s not appropriate for her. Thanks for this great opportunity!
Lisa Andrews says
Buy a bicycle….yes summer is here and what better thing to do, no ?! Also pay off a small bill.
Lisa Andrews says
Fingers Crossed!! I would get my Husband an awesome Fathers Day Gift
Cheryl Montgomery says
I would save for a vacation
Shannon says
I would get a new oven! Thanks for the chance!!
Jeanne Simon says
Save it for my trip to Disney World in Sept!!!
Andrea says
We are going on a honeymoon cruise in August. Will use it for that. Thanks for the chance.
Catherine Lewis says
If I won this money I would take a trip to Orlando, Florida to visit with my son and go to Disney World!
Jael Cuello says
I would use it for summer fun activities with my family!
Belle says
Buy some bday gifts for myself and my niece. Both of our bdays are next month!
Tiffiny Duke says
Take my kids to do something outside!
Jackie Nelson says
I would buy myself a plane ticket to go and visit my sister.
Veronica L says
I would treat my four boys and my husband out for a fun road vacation this Summer
merlin williams says
I would buy some more old coins for my collection
Charles Terrell says
Cash is king!
Kathy Linklater says
My backyard is a mess. I would fix it up.
Corinna says
Save it for rainy day!
Cathy Philipps says
I would use it towards Christmas!
Debbie Plesha says
I would buy a pair of Metallica concert tickets for the June 18th show in Chicago!
Terri Ingham-Bollin says
I would buy my son some 5th birthday party supplies and birthday presents.
Kathleen Thomas says
I would put it towards my daughter’s hospital bill.
Angie says
I might upgrade my computer.
Celeste Herrin says
I would buy the plotter I have been wanting, and put the rest toward a heat press! Thank you so much for the chance to win!!
Sushruta Bhattacharya says
Would buy a nice phone for myself…I need a Smartphone upgrade…Thanks…
Sue says
I would spend it on my kids and husband.We all need a few things for ourselfs.Thank you for the chance!
Dawn says
I’d buy an otdoor swing for me and my son, a new bed rame and some new pots and pans lol.
Danita says
My kitchen needs an update. I would use it towards a remodel.
Howard Caudle says
Thanks!
Andrea Long says
Time to buy some new sunglasses!
Rich says
Buy a new laptop
Carol Burgess says
Finish my screened in porch
molli taylor says
we’re going through a really hard time right now and we need some cash to move. so this would help us avoid homelessness
rhonda miotke says
Save it for christmas
MIKE MILLER says
I WOULD BUY FOOD FOR MY CHILDREN…
Nina Brannock says
I would take my foster child (who we have now adopted) to see the beach for the first time. He is 7 years old. Or I may take him to Disneyland,, as he’s never been there either!
Annie says
I would pay my PayPal credit balance.
Angie Fiack says
I’d save it for our anniversary trip in October!
Karen Lyvers says
I’d take my family downtown to Chicago and enjoy the architectural tour and some fun and food on Navy Pier!
Carmen Q says
Pay bills!
Kimmy Ripley says
I would love to take my little family to Kalahari in Ohio. My 10 year wedding anniversary is next month and we can not afford a nice vacation. Thank you so very much for the chance to win this.
Barbara Pollini says
I would buy baby furniture for my son
Laura G says
My husband and I would have a weekend getaway somewhere fun! We have twin toddlers, so we never have enough time together!
Penny McPherson says
I would save it for stuff to buy on eBay and other cool stuff
Dee Parker says
I would go towards bills, sad but true.
jennifer m says
I would do something special with my husband, like a night out.
Wilma P says
I would use the money to pay bills.
Nancy T says
I would keep the money for our next Disney trip since it’s already in USD.
Charles Sedano says
I’d put it towards a new laptop that I’m saving for!
Cheryl says
I would go on a trip
Kay Vicars says
I would save it for CHRISTMAS. Thank you!
Sheila V. says
I would buy a new vanity/sink for my bathroom & finish that project!
diane says
use it on plane tickets
Lester Cavey says
I would pay off some bills.
Richard says
I would buy a TV
Amy gibby says
If I won, I’d buy things for the home we are remodeling! I’d love to have a nice patio with a table!
Vickie Hite says
I would buy my Mother a new Mattress and Box Spring Set.
Dio says
get some much needed car fixes!
lauren knott says
I would take my family out for a fun day!
Wendy Pesce says
If we won, we would use it for vacation spending money@
Tom Bellamy says
I would buy patio furniture.
Ellen Willett says
pay bills
Damien says
Buy a grill from walmart
Phyllis Cipolloni says
I would save the money for some home improvements badly needed.
Lisa Johnston says
I would put the money towards bills
Natashakat says
some clothes!
Carol LuBien says
I would put it toward a new washer/dryer.
JANIS OTTERSON says
AUTO REPAIRS!
Tara R. says
It I was to win I would probably save it for the family and put it towards some fun things we could do this summer. Love making memories with the family!T
Sherri Chastain says
We would fix our old floor I’d buy tile thanks
Denise Johnson says
I’d take my family on a much needed vacation!
Kelli A. says
Pay bills.
Jennifer Bellotti says
I would use it to take my kids on a mini vacation!!
Donna Smith says
Save it!
LYN WILLIAMS says
I would use it to do some repairs around the house.
Lindsay A. says
I would use it towards bills first, then running shoes & workout gear!
Amber Y says
If I won I’d use the money to buy a baby monitor or a breast pump. They’re both still on the list of things I need to pick up before baby gets here! .
Eric Spudic says
Fix my teeth
Barbara Lowe says
I would take my Granddaughter to DisneyWorld1
Polly Hall says
I would use it to help with the cost of our summer vacation.
Christal M says
I would host a summer BBQ
Rfitzy says
I would buy my wife something nice!
Tammy Lacer says
I would use it to take a day trip with my family to Pigeon Forge! They have been wanting to go there for a long time!
Diane says
It would go towards Disneyland vacation
geneva journigan says
work on my flower garden
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Ina Gribbins says
I moved not too long ago and I would use the money to fix up my front porch/ patio with furniture!
Patricia Hoffmeister says
I would pay on past due medical bills.
Lori A. says
I would love to use it towards a weekend getaway for our family.
Kamchie Latimore says
I would pay my dental bills.
Susan Robinson says
I would buy gifts for my grandchildren
Leslie says
Help pay for my wedding!
Delano Jennings says
i would buy Mariners tix
Annette H says
I would either use it to pay bills or save it for Christmas.
Michael B. says
Save it for a future emergency
Sandra Ellis says
It would be nice to have cash for the sommer
Cathy Thompson says
I would begin to save for the Christmas fund!
Elicia P says
I would take my sons on a mini vacation.
erica says
I would use that money to be the down payment for our Beach house in Seabrook, WA. We are going to buy it, name it “beach better have my money”, then rent it out for monthly income! I’m super excitedto pick out beach house furniture!
Crystal Jackson says
I will buy a gift for my coming grandson
Brenda Goldberg says
I would buy tickets to a theme park for our daughter, husband and children. They are unable to afford a vacation this year but they work hard and deserve a day of fun.
Michael Irelan says
Help with “everyday living expenses”!
Barbara Lowe says
I would remodel my kitchen
Lynn says
I would use it for a weekend getaway.
Rochelle says
Pay my college tuition!
Kelly h says
I would use the money to pay for summertime camping adventures!
Michelle Dobson says
I’d book a hotel stay at the beach for a couple of days and take the family for a weekend getaway! Would be a great weekend!
Ashley C says
I’d put it towards vacation!
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Jennifer Scott says
I’d pay bills with the money!
Isabella T. says
I would use it to pay student loans
Arielle Morgane says
If I won, I’d use the money to cover part of the $2K deductible for repairs to my home after baseball sized hailstones battered and destroyed my dream home.
Tracy R says
I would buy a car port for my daughter and granddaughters so they don’t get soaked in the rain, and keeps the car cleaner when she takes them to school…
Michelle Garrity says
Pay bills
Christine M Bender says
It would be my summer fun money for books, magazines, craft supplies, and fair food 🙂
sysays says
Buy a new monitor
Karin t. says
Take a mini-vacation in the mountains.
Lauren says
Save, save, save!
Aimee Munoz says
If I won I’d pay some bills!
Dee says
I would use 75% of it towards bills and groceries and then the other bit of it towards my camping weekend with the family in July! 🙂
Deb R. says
PayPal is my “donation” money — I use PayPal for causes that I want to donate to.
Patricia Hoffmeister says
I will use it for overdue medical bills.
julia g says
I have a rule that half of any windfall has to go to debt. The other half would go towards a new tablet.
Jamie Stanley says
It would pay for my kids birthday parties!
Christina Cohen says
I would save it towards our bathroom makeover!!
Claudia Davis says
I would use it to stock up on cat food and pay a vet bill.
kathie hoehn says
I’d buy toys for my grandkids
Barbara Lowe says
Making my comment today. Yes
Melanie D says
I think for once in my life, I would spend it on me. A spa day would be nice.
Brandi halStead says
I would use some of it on our weenie dog Mustard, I would get my text book I need for my American Sign Language class, and get a few scratch board supply’s. I am a disabled artist. I love my Mustard, she’s the best thing ever!!!
Jeanie Hicken says
I would use it towards our vacation.
Gal Colleen says
I would use it towards airfare to visit my son
Anastasia says
I would be super boring and use it to get ahead on a few bills 🙂 Maybe splurge on some fast food and a milkshake too 🙂
latoya says
I would put part into savings and use the rest to buy clothes.
elishia bakle says
I would use it toward school clothes and supplies for my kids!
Michele T says
Use it to have some fun on our upcoming trip to Canada!
christina says
Use it for my twins boys first year of school!! 🙂
Malibu says
Buy groceries
Haley hicks says
I would use it to pay some bills
Amy Conyers says
If I won the $425, I would use it to make my son’s 6th birthday dream come true! He has been wanting a Chuck E. Cheese party, but the closest one to use is about a 3 hour drive. We would use this towards his party and a hotel!
connie danielson says
If I won, I would spend some on new clothes and shoes and pay bills thanks for the chance to win this awesome giveaway!
Candace Galan says
Buy back to school supplies and clothes, this is actually much needed.
Gem says
I would use it to purchase enhancements for our deck and back yard!
Alisa says
I would use the money to help pay down debt.
Regina Davis says
I would put together an awesome day of fun for my family!
karissa says
I would buy groceries
alice minx says
I’d get a new summer wardrobe.. Yay winter weight gain :/
dee says
a long lazy beach weekend with family
Rosanne says
I would use it for gifts for my family members
liena says
buy my dad a fathers day gift
Sarah says
Use it for a deposit on our first place.
Mandi Smith says
I would use the money for back to school shopping, I know the school is just getting out for summer, but with 3 kids I can’t wait till last minute to start or my bank account would really cry lol.
Neil Ottesen says
I would use the money to help me move.
Brandon says
I would use it to help my mom who is diagnosed with cancer and pay with her treatments to make sure she lives
Happy Love says
I would buy a new 55″ TV to replace the one that our 3 year old broke. He told us recently, “I broke the big TV. Now we have a little TV”.
Philip Lawrence says
I would buy a new acoustic/electric 6-string dulcimer from my favorite luthier..
sue Spence says
I would pay off my bills and buy my boyfriend a great gift for his birthday and hopefully pay for getting married!
Julie Terry says
I would use the cash to buy my kids christmas and birthday gifts.
Janine Vance says
Celebrate my mom’s 60th birthday and make a day for her to remember!
LynneMarie says
I would put it towards a vacation.
Cheryl Gilmartin says
I would use it toward a Pantry for my Kitchen
Flojean Ferrey says
I would use it for our summer holiday.
Brandi Halstead says
I would buy a refrigerator. Ours is just bearly making it. The summer seems to be making it worse. We’re just praying and thankful that it is trying its best to keep going. Depending what’s left I would get my American Sign Language textbook. 🙂
RANJU MS says
I WILL BUY AN ASUS ZENFONE GO TV MOBILE PHONE WHICH IS NOT AVAILABLE IN MY COUNTRY THROUGH PAYPAL AND PAY CUSTOMS DUTY USING BALANCE AMOUNT AND MAKE MY DREAM COME TRUE
Tina reynolds says
I would use towards a mini road trip
Sheryl Holden says
put it towards carpeting
amanda whitley says
I WOULD CATCH UP ON BILLS.
Caity says
I’d buy a Nintendo Switch.
Jessica Merrick says
I would buy food and pay bills
Jean Millsap says
I would pay bills…:-)
Heather Jackson says
I would buy my kids some new school clothes
VEl says
I would buy a washer or dryer for my son’s new home.
Amy Greenwood says
I would take a little summer trip, maybe to Michigan’s Adventure or Cedar Point. I’d be so excited to be able to travel somewhere this summer. Thanks for the chance to win!
Amanda says
I’d use the money to get a hotel room for my 40th birthday weekend. Good luck everyone!
Victoria M says
I would use the money for a nice little three day vacation!
Nancy Marcho says
I’d buy tickets to a Broadway show – I’ve been dying to see School of Rock!
Kelly Freeman says
groceries for my family of six
sarah bicknell says
I would buy some cool water toys and a pool for my kids!
Irene Eichler says
I would buy groceries .. feeding 4 kiddos is expensive !
Jessica Rickman says
If I got lucky and won I would spend it on a family adventure. Take the kids whale watching or to a luau, we have tons of activities on our adventure list 🙂
joe c says
I would put some towards investmemt information, some towards a local charity I try to help with getting some XBOX 360 games for, I had donated the unit, but only with one game
Derrick L says
I would buy my Girlfriend a nice gift.
Samantha Daleo says
I would put it away for a rainy day. This surprise days for the family are always fun to provide.
Amanda Lindsay Shearouse says
Go to the beach for a weekend!
Kayce says
Get a Tablet
Renee says
Pay for some home maintenance.