I’ve got a surprise for you…

May19

Now I know you’re going to think I’m absolutely crazy, but I am loving this Monday morning.  Mainly because I went to bed in a bad mood last night and woke up in a much better one this morning.

I don’t have bad moods that often.  I get sad or cry quite a bit, but that comes from my job.  But I don’t really get angry or mad.  However, by 7 p.m. last night, I was thisclose to throwing a temper tantrum right there in my living room.

And wouldn’t you know it all had to do with BOYS. 

I called my friend Allison and told her I needed her to pray for me.  Which is, of course, code for “I do want you to pray, but first, please let me talk out what is going on to make me feel this way.”  She knows the code (what girl doesn’t?) so I spent a few minutes telling her various things including, but not limited to a reminder that girls rule and boys drool. 

I’m going to be spending some time away from the office later this week, so I decided that maybe I should try to get some extra work done.  So I headed over to the Starlite office, did a couple of things and then finally gave up and went back home.  I crawled into bed, said a short yet direct prayer (i.e. “Deliver me from boys”) and went to sleep. 

And so now, I am MUCH BETTER.  In fact, I got to the office way early this morning and started thinking about how I could celebrate this ordinary Monday morning.  And then, on my desk, I spied it. 

My $10 Starbucks gift card that I won.

I haven’t used it yet, especially since I’ve given up caffeine for 100 days, so what better way to say good morning to my lovely interlings than to give it away to one of you?

So, tomorrow morning, I’ll randomly pick a number of one of the people who leaves a comment on this post.  Sadly, this is only open to interlings who live in the US even though I love the rest of you, too.  One comment per person, too. 

So, enter away!  And, good morning to you, too!

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29 Comments to

“I’ve got a surprise for you…”

  1. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 7:53 am Theresa Says:

    Leave caffiene for 100 days? Your Nuts!!! LOL j/k


  2. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 8:00 am Mandy Says:

    I was driving through town yesterday and passed a Starbucks. I said to myself “self, maybe it’s time. Maybe this will be the day you pull in and try some Starbucks.” I didn’t stop, still have never had Starbucks. Count me in! Then I’ll have to try it, and I’ll have something to blog about.


  3. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 8:13 am Shanda Says:

    I haven’t had Starbucks in so long, cause I’m so poor. This would truly be a gift from above.


  4. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 8:28 am Lauren Says:

    O by the way, I LOVE COFFEE


  5. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 8:42 am Jennifer M. Says:

    I NEED COFFEE!!!! ;)


  6. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 8:55 am Brandy T. Says:

    Mmm… I do lOOOOOve me some coffee… I like my coffee like I like my men – tall, dark, bold, and HOT (with a little bit of sugar)! hehe… sorry you had a rough night last night. Glad you’re feeling better today.


  7. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 9:27 am Cassidy Gallup Says:

    Oh, that’s super sad that you have to give it away, but i am so proud of you for doing it. You know i’d break that caffeine-less-ness in about 2.3 seconds for some Starbucks!


  8. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 9:42 am Sarah Says:

    I’m inspired that you gave up caffiene for 100 days…I’m trying to imagine life without it…hmmm…can’t, I just can’t.

    You are better woman than me… ;)


  9. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 9:45 am Keri D Says:

    Goodmorning~
    You sure know how to put a smile on my face this morning. Starbucks gift cards = SMILES (always).
    So please, count me in on another of your lovely lovely giveaways. You are fantastico!


  10. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 9:47 am Dawn Says:

    I don’t like coffee, but their Black Tea Lemonade is to die for. :)


  11. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 9:56 am Ashley Flores Says:

    Hey babe! I’m going to email you about the message you left me last night.


  12. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 9:56 am Kelly @ Love Well Says:

    Get. Out.

    If I win the card, I promise to use it to buy coffee ONLY for girls.


  13. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 10:59 am HKeely Says:

    I hope I win…


  14. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 11:12 am Jackie Says:

    I had to kick my MAJOR Starbucks habit a few years back when I realized I was spending well over a hundred dollars a month there. Yikes. But any time I can get a gift card, I am soooo there.

    So…thanks for the fantastic giveaway!! :)


  15. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 11:42 am Another Jenn C Says:

    Starbucks. Nirvana. Heaven.

    Synonyms for a busy Monday.

    I like it!!


  16. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 11:59 am Aimee Says:

    Amy Beth, you never cease to amaze me and your giving heart! A chance to win Starbucks coffee sounds lovely right now! :)


  17. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 12:49 pm Cindy-Still His Girl Says:

    Boys. Whatever.

    I promise that should I win, I will wait for a FEMALE barista to wait on me (even if it means that cranky blonde girl), and I will ONLY drink it with girls. All in your honor.


  18. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 12:52 pm Kate Says:

    A Venti Green Tea, three splendas, easy ice…sounds divine.

    Amy Beth…I hope you have great Monday and hope you get to do something super fabulous on your time away from the office!!

    Thanks for the great give away!


  19. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 1:10 pm Rachelle Says:

    girls do rule- and to celebrate girls ruling i need coffee :)


  20. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 1:44 pm Tina Says:

    I would love a chance…I do enjoy a Chi Tea every so often!


  21. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 2:11 pm Cinda Adams Says:

    Count me in on this! Oh, and you could even save a stamp if I win and hand deliver it next month!


  22. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 2:32 pm Lauren Says:

    yes please! I heart coffee. And I’m glad you’re feeling better!


  23. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 2:42 pm Michele Says:

    Well, lucky me. Even though I don’t live in the U.S. currently, I still have a PO Box, AND I’ll be in the U.S. next week. SOOOOOO, what a great “coming home” gift it would be to have a starbucks giftcard in the mail. :)


  24. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 3:59 pm Jill Says:

    I am quite certain that I would die without caffiene! Addiction with a capital “A”! I admire your “stick-to-it-tive-ness”!


  25. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 5:45 pm Jenni Says:

    ooooh! yes please! after a break up I could use some good hot coffee with friends – and I’m totally broke!


  26. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 7:12 pm Taryn Says:

    I love coffee but what I love more is your blog and your sense of humor! xoxoxo


  27. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 7:54 pm Natalie Witcher Says:

    Yo


  28. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 9:22 pm Amanda Says:

    AB, you are SOOO generous!


  29. Avatar May 19th, 2008 at 9:34 pm Beth Says:

    I came to read your blog to relax and laugh and look, you’re giving away presents too! Very nice.