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December 19, 2014
FUN WITH A MESSAGE GOODREADS GIVEAWAY
Congratulations to the Fun With A Message Goodreads Giveaway Winners!
We held a drawing on Goodreads for 3 copies of our new children’s book Thankful For Today.
We had over 600 entries!
Thank you for all of you who entered.
Thankful For Today Children’s Picture Book
Our winners are: Serena, Jason, and Kay!
Your prize its on its way.
Look for your book in the mail! 
Paperback and kindle editions are available at Amazon.
Written and illustrated by Roitman Trillo.
Published by Fun With A Message.
December 12, 2014
Fun With A Message Christmas Gift Guide
A Wonderful Season
Christmas is a wonderful season to enjoy with our family and see our children’s faces light up with joy as they sip hot chocolate watching twinkling lights and then, giggle with excitement opening up their presents.
Christmas is about love and caring and giving. (Besides enjoying wonderful yummy treats )
We are so fortunate to have a wonderful little family to enjoy Christmas!
We have been blessed so we can be a blessing!
A New Christmas Tradition
This Christmas we want to focus on others. It is so easy to get wrapped up in the busyness of buying things for the ones we love that we might forget what the season is all about.
As a family, our challenge is to give and send love to those beyond our family.
Fun With A Message has assembled a gift guide to help us do just that.
Hope your family can use some of these ideas!
Gifts of Kindness: Giving Beyond Our Family.
This season, we can bring so much joy to people right around us without necessarily spending money. Maybe a little time and effort? Although, gifts to help others can be sent online… Why not start a Christmas tradition with the kids assembling a gift box for a child that might otherwise not receive anything for Christmas?
But where do we start?
Our gift guide is divided in three sections:
We can bless our neighbors right next door.
We can reach neglected children (near our home)
We can send a gift to a child in another country.
Today, we will be giving you gift ideas on how to bless those right around you. Come back tomorrow for the next section: Blessing the Children.
Blessed to be a blessing!
Out of the abundance we have been given, we can bless others that might be in need, lonely or ill.
Some of these gifts would be really easy to assemble in a shoes box and a trip to the dollar store!
The great thing about this guide is that it can be completed at any time of the year. Maybe some families get a bit more time in the week Between Christmas and New Year’s? People in need would appreciate a gift any time of the year.
Gifts For Our Neighbors:
Gifts for Single Parents:
Offer to watch their kids so they may have a little free time. Lots of single moms would appreciate any help with house maintenance from moving the lawn to repairing a broken fence.
The Holiday Season can also be quite lonely and their kids would benefit from some fun family times. Maybe invite them over for cookies and hot chocolate. Playing board games is an excellent way to break the ice and get to know people.
Gift certificates for groceries are always appreciated.
Useful Links:
Single Parents Alliance of America Provides resources and help to single parents. Free services. http://www.spaoa.org/
Single & Parenting Provides group support. http://www.singleandparenting.org/
The Life of a Single Mom provides a comprehensive list of local and national help. http://thelifeofasinglemom.com/
Gifts For Expectant Moms:
Expectant moms who are single or teenage moms can definitely use some support! You can google and find a center near you for expectant moms.
Gifts you can donate: Household items like: Paper Towel; Toilet Paper; Disinfectant Wipes; Diapers.
And definitely, prayer!!!
Useful Links:
Sarah’s House
P.O. Box 941768
Simi Valley, CA 93094
http://sarahshouse-online.org/
Gifts for families:
Many families are facing financial hardships which make the Holiday Season stressful. If a family in your community is experiencing emotional or financial struggles, they might really appreciate your support!
Gift Ideas:
Sponsor a date night: Thru your local church, gift certificate (does not need to be to a fancy place), or offer to watch the kids.
Board games make a great gift for families.
Kids love holiday treats as presents
Gifts for elderly neighbors:
Older people have a hard time getting around. If they don’t have a family nearby, they might be stuck in the house not just during the Holidays but year round.
Invite them to your church’s Christmas party, take them to the mall, bring over some treats and visit for a little bit.
Gifts for Young Adult Orphans :
Until I heard of Home Connections I never realized the need to help children who have been in and out of foster care and were never adopted. Once they reach 18 years of age they are out on their own. 
Connections Homes
Connections Homes exists to connect young adults 18-24 who are aging out of foster care, homeless or otherwise without family to families willing to walk with them through life.
Gifts for Kids -In our next article.
We can’t forget that the joy in this season comes from the true gift we all received at Christmas. God sent His Son because He loved us so much!
December 8, 2014
Fun With A Message Giveaway
To celebrate Fun With A Message is hosting a Fun Giveaway
Win A Fun With A Message Art Print valued at $25.00
THANKFUL FOR TODAY Art Print Giveaway
The artwork for the art print “Best Friends” was created for the book “Thankful For Today” by Roitman Trillo rated as 4.5 Stars from 17 reviews on Amazon including a TOP 100 reviewer.
Thankful For Today Picture Book Picture Book:
THANKFUL FOR TODAY Children’s Picture Book
Thankful For Today is a sweet bedtime story that encourages thankfulness in preschoolers.
Little Bear is grateful and finds joy in every circumstance the day brings. Inspired by the prayers of a three year old, this beautifully illustrated story celebrates the little blessings in the life of a child.
Reviews:
“The illustrations of pastel are beautiful and the book is very tender – a very sweet bedtime story for children”- Amazon TOP 100 Reviewer
“The illustrations were charming. The simple, easy to read book is appealing. I recommend it to parents, grandparents, early readers, teachers & librarians.”
“What could be a greater gift than that of imparting gratitude to little hearts and this book illustrates this in a beautiful, heartfelt way.”
Check out the Kindle Edition. Or Paperback Edition.
Thankful For Today Giclee Art Print: “Best Friends”
“Best Friends” original artwork was hand painted in pastel tones using various media. The high quality giclee print comes unframed sized to 8×10″ printed with archival inks on archival smooth fine art paper.
Fun With A Message’s Thankful For Today Art Print Giveaway runs from December 8th at 8 am EST to December 23rd 11:59pm EST.
Entering is super easy! Simply fill out the raffle form below. By filling out the form, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions linked in the bottom of the Rafflecopter.
Must be 18 or older, and a resident of the U.S. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Winner has 48 hours after initial contact to claim prize. Winner will be selected at random by Rafflecopter. Winner’s name will be displayed on page and on Facebook page for notification purposes.
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Please don’t forget to share!Enter here to win “Best Friends” Art Print from the new book Thankful For Today:
EVEN MORE GIFTS!
Fun With A Message is teaming up with Hoppping Bloggers & Up All Night Blogging for an amazing giveaway with prizes worth up to $1,600!
Welcome to the ‘Tis the Season Giveaways Hop, brought to you by The Hopping Bloggers & Up All Night Blogging! We are a group of bloggers that specialize in giveaway hops – so stay with us and you will have many chances to win some amazing prizes! Each blogger participating in this hop has a giveaway with a prize value of at least $15 – and some are much more than that! Be sure to visit them all – there is no limit to how many prizes you can win! Good Luck and Have Fun!
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Disclosure
Participating bloggers are not responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill prize obligations.
December 7, 2014
FREE KINDLE BOOK: THANKFUL FOR TODAY
Fun With A Message’s new book rated 4.5 stars FREE TODAY on Amazon.
Designed for toddlers with sweet and charming illustrations, its message is simple: be grateful for the little blessings each day brings. This sweet story is inspired in the bedtime prayers of Roitman Trillo’s three year old daughter.
“Thankful For Today” rated as five stars on Amazon by a Top 100 reviewer: “The illustrations of pastel are beautiful and the book is very tender – a very sweet bedtime story for children.” Grady Harp, November 14
Get your FREE kindle book available at Amazon:
Written and illustrated by Roitman Trillo.
Published by Fun With A Message.
All rights reserved.
December 3, 2014
Fun With A Message Art Print Gift & Giveaway Hop
Christmas will soon be here so we are starting the gift giving…
Win A Fun With A Message Giclee Art Print valued at $25.00
Caterpillar’s Dream Art Print Giveaway
Our exclusive artwork titled: Caterpillar’s Dream was developed for the book “Caterpillar’s Dream” by Roitman Trillo rated as 4.5 Stars on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.
Caterpillar’s Dream Picture Book:
Caterpillar’s Dream Picture Book
Reviews:
“Caterpillar’s is Dream is a beautiful picture book that teaches children that the dreams inside are meant to be sought after!”
“My young daughters love this book! The illustrations are beautiful and playful and inspire creativity in the child.”
‘Especially helpful for the toddler who wants to do things they physically can’t do yet. I cannot say enough how much we love this story!”
Description: Somewhere really close by lives someone very special. Abby the Caterpillar will show us that no matter how small you might be you can dream big. Published by Fun With A Message.
Check out the Kindle Edition. Or Paperback Edition.
Caterpillar’s Dream Giclee Art Print
Print comes unframed sized to 8×10″ printed with archival inks in fine art paper.
Fun With A Message’s Caterpillar’s Dream Art Print Giveaway runs from Thursday, December 4th at 12:01 am EST to December 18th EST.
Entering is super easy! Simply fill out the raffle form below. By filling out the form, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions linked in the bottom of the Rafflecopter.
Must be 18 or older, and a resident of the U.S. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Winner has 48 hours after initial contact to claim prize.
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Please don’t forget to share!MORE PRIZES!
Fun With A Message is teaming up with Blogging Mamas Network! for Santa’s Little Helper Giveaway Hop 
In preparation for the Holidays, some amazing mama bloggers together with Fun With A Message are doing an awesome gift giving giveaway! They are giving away prizes that anyone would want to see under the tree! You might find the perfect gift for a loved little one on your list – or even for yourself, so hop around to all the blogs on the list at the bottom of this post and don’t miss the Santa’s Little Helper Grand Prize from Step2! Visit these links for more awesome prices and to enter to win the grand prize: Step2 Love and Care Nursery
Disclosure
So Easy Being Green, Viva Veltoro, the Blogging Mamas Network, and the Santa’s Little Helper participating bloggers are not responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill prize obligations.
November 30, 2014
FREE KINDLE BOOK THANKFUL FOR TODAY
Fun With A Message’s new book:
Thankful For Today (5 stars) will be FREE starting tomorrow on Amazon.
“Thankful For Today” is rated as five stars on Amazon by one of their Top 100 reviewers: “The illustrations of pastel are beautiful and the book is very tender – a very sweet bedtime story for children.” Grady Harp, November 14
Designed for toddlers with sweet and charming illustrations, its message is simple: be grateful for the little blessings each day brings. This sweet story is inspired in the bedtime prayers of Roitman Trillo’s three year old daughter.
Get your FREE kindle book available at Amazon:
Written and illustrated by Roitman Trillo.
Published by Fun With A Message.
All rights reserved.
November 22, 2014
GIVING THANKS GIVEAWAY.
As a way to say thanks we are giving away our brand new book Thankful For Today along with a signed giclee print.
“Thankful For Today” is a perfect bedtime story for the Thanksgiving and Holiday season as well as any time of the year.
Thankful For Today Children’s Picture Book
Designed for toddlers with sweet and charming illustrations, its message is simple: be grateful for the little blessings each day brings.
This sweet story is inspired in the bedtime prayers of Roitman Trillo’s three year old daughter.
Win a Thankful For Today giclee print
Win a giclee print from the book thankful For Today.
The print depicts Little Bear having a wonderful picnic on a sunny day.
Print comes unframed.
Enter here to win a free copy of the children’s picture book Thankful For Today and giclee print:
GIVING THANKS BOOK
In this Thanksgiving season, it is the perfect time to teach little ones about gratitude. Assembling a Giving Thanks Book is a perfect way to help kiddos recognize all we have to be thankful for.
Thankful For Today Children’s Picture Book
Based on the book Thankful For today by Roitman Trillo download this free Thankful For Today Craft Book and color a page a day or the whole book at once.
A free printable template for kiddos to color and draw what they are thankful for.
Click this link to download cover and blank template : Thankful For Today Coloring Book
Here is a sample blank page:
Sample pages:
Click the link below to down load the whole book. (Might take a minute to download)
Thankful For Today Coloring Book
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 17, 2014
Thankful For Today
THANKFUL FOR TODAY Children’s Picture Book
