A huge favor, por favor. SEE HOW I DID THAT?

October20

EDITED TO ADD: This contest has ended, so all links below have been removed! Thanks!

Ahem.

In what can only be attributed to God’s timely provision, some lovely people from Microsoft and Mr. Youth (a PR firm) have given Starlite the opportunity to earn some major funds for our programs. They’re doing a promotional campaign right now to promote the Microsoft Live Search program by having people download it to their task bar. And get this: for every person that downloads it from our link (see below), we get a substantial donation PLUS a bonus amount if we reach 75, 250, 500 or even 800 downloads.

Let me put it this way: for every person who downloads it, we’ll get enough money to buy 3/4 of a vat of processed nacho cheese. CAN YOU IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES?

So, here’s the deal: could you please download it into your task bar / searchbar / toolbox / whatever you call the line at the top of your screen? And, to make things even more fun, I’m prepared to offer you a deal you can’t refuse (do you like how I went all Used Car Salesman on you just now?):

If you download it and leave me a comment on this post letting me know you did it (honor system here, peeps), I’ll enter you to win a $25 Starbucks gift card directly from me (not Starlite).

AND YET, I AM PREPARED TO MAKE THE DEAL EVEN SWEETER:

If you will write a post on your blog and direct people to this particular post, I’ll enter you again so you’ll have double the chance to win some Starbucks goodness in the form of a gift card.

Here’s how to help us: LINK REMOVED to download the free Microsoft Live Search program (if you are using something other than Internet Explorer, please copy and paste this link into Internet Explorer — it will not work with any web browser other than Internet Explorer!: LINK REMOVED. You must go through all the steps to make it count for us including installing it in your toolbox (though you could then delete the program if you don’t like it). If you need help knowing how to register, check out this nifty explanation of how it works by clicking LINK REMOVED.

This contest will be open until October 31, 2008 at which time I will randomly draw a winner from the names listed in these comments. In the meantime, if you have any trouble with the download, email us at info AT starliteministries DOT org and one of our lovely ladies will respond with plenty ‘o help for you!.

LINK REMOVED. Post about it. And then win a Starbucks gift card, yo.

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59 Comments to

“A huge favor, por favor. SEE HOW I DID THAT?”

  1. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 3:34 pm Tamara Says:

    Here ya go, ma’am! I signed up for Microsoft Live Search, and then did a little postie on the contest. Much more pleasant than scooping PNC! :) http://ponderedinmyheart.blogspot.com/2008/10/contest-for-cause.html
  2. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 3:53 pm Lisa @ put-it-on-the-list Says:

    Installed and working (being an engineer, of course I tested it). If I ever post again, I might post about this, but my writing gene seems to have disappeared. Erg.
  3. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 4:00 pm Sarah Says:

    Done! With a post, too! http://joshua24-15.blogspot.com/2008/10/its-for-good-causeand-because-im-in.html
  4. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 4:02 pm Jaclyn Says:

    Download complete. I hope you get a lot of downloads!
  5. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 4:06 pm Ashleigh (Heart and Home) Says:

    Downloaded! :) I’m going to tweet it for ya, too.
  6. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 4:13 pm Brittany Says:

    Downloaded and Written about!!!!

    http://becomingme4him.blogspot.com/2008/10/help-girl-out.html
  7. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 4:26 pm Jennifer Says:

    I downloaded it on the kids computer because they use Internet explorer (I use firefox) so it will get more action there. It already has 502 points. Woo Hoo.
    Smiles!
  8. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 4:27 pm Shara Says:

    Girl, you had me at Starbucks. I am downloading as I type and I will post a blog today directing people to this post! =)
  9. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 5:43 pm taryn in ny Says:

    installation completed. :o )

    XOXOXO
  10. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 6:51 pm Michele Says:

    Downloading it as we speak. Glad I can help.
  11. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 7:18 pm Chelsey @ Brown Eyed Basics Says:

    I posted about it for Works-for-Me-Wednesday because I normally get several hundred hits on those days, and I figure more people will see it. It’ll be at http://browneyedbasics.wordpress.com. I didn’t download it, because I never use Internet Explorer and felt like that would be dishonest? Is it? ‘Cause if it’s not, I’ll happily download it!
  12. Avatar October 20th, 2008 at 9:00 pm debbie d. Says:

    Oh sister, I just can’t do it…my so called “high speed internet connection” is nothing but frozen crappy-do in disguise…and the thought of downloading something new…well…it wearies me to the very depth of my soul…

    But! (and as PeeWee Herman once said, “we all have a big But…) to compensate for my lack of team player tonight and my penance for not pressing on with the download…I will send a little check in the mail to Starlite because, as you know, I am always…

    …VERY concerned in St. Louis about the need for PNC for Starlite.
  13. Avatar October 21st, 2008 at 9:07 pm Amanda Davenport Says:

    downloading now. Glad I could help
  14. Avatar October 21st, 2008 at 9:17 pm Wanda Says:

    Oh yea….I’m all linked up…downloaded…and even did a little blogging about your post. So come on over and check me out!
    Woohoo!

    http://queenieslittlekingdom.com/?p=694

    Love your blog…and your ministry! You go girl!
  15. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 1:23 am Katrina Says:

    I downloaded it! And I LOVE Starbucks! =)
  16. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 7:40 am Miche Says:

    I hope you get lots of downloads!! It’s on my computer now!
  17. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 8:58 am Chelsey @ Brown Eyed Basics Says:

    Here’s the actual post: http://browneyedbasics.wordpress.com/2008/10/22/serving-god-by-serving-girls.
  18. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 10:21 am abby Says:

    http://theneinasts.blogspot.com/2008/10/share-love.html

    This is such a blessing for the ministry!
  19. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 2:05 pm Pottery Says:

    OK, I installed it. Enjoy your vat of processed nacho cheese!

    If you’re interested, I’m giving away free bakeware on my blog. Comment or link to me to enter the contest and win 4 Handmade Pottery Apple Bakers valued at $36. http://laneypottery.com/2008/10/21/win-pottery-apple-bakers/ Thanks!
  20. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 2:09 pm moelunger Says:

    I did it. And credit should be given to one of your volunteers–Joyanna W. She emailed me and asked me to do it!
  21. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 3:23 pm Kathy Says:

    I downloaded it. It looks pretty cool. My girls love starbucks!!!
  22. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 4:57 pm Kristine J. Says:

    this is kind of exciting! i’m psyched to try it out!! i downloaded it. it was super easy and super qwuick!! i would LOVE to win a starbuck’s gc!!
  23. Avatar October 22nd, 2008 at 7:33 pm Laura Says:

    Done! I’m glad you came up with a good deal like this.
  24. Avatar October 23rd, 2008 at 12:39 am Christy Says:

    Posted it to my blog. Don”t need to be entered. But here is hoping to 1000 downloads!
  25. Avatar October 23rd, 2008 at 4:05 am Michelle D. Says:

    this is actually a really cool download AB! I did it, & will blog about it tonight! Happy PNC goodness! :)


  26. Avatar October 27th, 2008 at 7:51 am Lauren Says:

    Don’t enter me…I just wanted to let you know that my computer is out of service (I had a virus) right now and I will download it as soon as it is in service. I am on a campus computer now…and it won’t let me download it…. Sorry!
  27. Avatar October 28th, 2008 at 12:18 pm Lauren Says:

    Ok..officially downloaded! I’m gonna love it! can’t wait to play around with it!!!!
  28. Avatar October 29th, 2008 at 12:36 am Tyler Langford Says:

    i don’t have a blogg, so i’m gonna use yours

    DOWNLOAD THAT MICROSOFT LIVE SEARCH THINGY!!!!!!!!!!!!
    (but don’t advertise it, you’ll destroy my chances of getting some starbucks)
  29. Avatar October 29th, 2008 at 1:29 pm Carrie Says:

    Hi Amy Beth, I have been stalking you for a while but decided to delurk in order to help you out. I’ve posted about this on my blog as well. Good luck raising money for more PNC!
  30. Avatar October 30th, 2008 at 6:10 pm Heather M Says:

    I don’t care about the starbucks giftcard (for some weird reason pregnant people can’t drink caffeine), but I definitely posted it on my journal. So here’s to TONS (literally – like 2000 x many) downloads!
  31. Avatar October 30th, 2008 at 9:39 pm amykay Says:

    okay, this may be the actual first thing i don’t like about having a mac… we have way old IE and it won’t let me download it. but i did write a post for you!! it is here…..

    http://brian-and-amy.blogspot.com/2008/10/break-time-and-favor.html

    and it fit in perfectly with a post i was already planning on writing. my girls’ hurts are breaking my heart! but that’s kind of a given in ministry, huh? anyway. i so hope you get bajillions of bucks!!
  32. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 7:47 am Patty Says:

    Amy,
    Downloaded it and I am praying for you!!
    Blessings,
    Patty
  33. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 8:36 am Karri Says:

    Downloaded, referred from the preacher’s wife. I wish you many downloads and blessings.
  34. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 8:54 am heather Says:

    i downloaded it. Referred from the preachers wife as well
  35. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 9:07 am Keri (Auburn Gal Always) Says:

    I downloaded it. I obeyed the Preachers Wife!
  36. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 9:17 am Jennifer Says:

    Ok I don’t know where I’ve been but I missed this post. I just downloaded it though. I’ll post on it too!
  37. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 9:20 am Lindsey Says:

    Downloaded…and passing it along to my friends as well.
  38. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 10:39 am Sherilyn Says:

    Earning free stuff just for seaching is a pretty sweet deal! I’ve downloaded & am using it, hope it helps!
  39. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 10:44 am Tina Says:

    Sorry I forgot! I’m glad you put up another reminder! I hope you got enough!
  40. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 11:19 am Leigh Says:

    Ok, post written, check! It takes me a while, but i usually catch on,,here is my loverly post:)

    http://northcarolinanewbeginnings.blogspot.com/2008/10/good-cause.html

    show me the coffee!!!

    leigh-nc
    (just a weee bit coffee deprived:)
  41. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 11:30 am Melinda Says:

    Downloaded, girl! Praying it helps!!
  42. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 12:00 pm Melinda Says:

    Linked to this – eleventh hour, but still!

    http://travelingtheroadhome.blogspot.com/2008/10/cool-opportunities-for-cool-friday.html
  43. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 12:02 pm AmyinSC Says:

    I have downloaded and posted. Good luck and keep up the good work
  44. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 12:47 pm Leslie Ruth Says:

    Done! Downloaded and here’s my post (http://leslieruthpetree.blogspot.com/2008/10/this-ones-for-girls.html). Sorry I wasn’t on this sooner…. :)


  45. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 1:06 pm Abby Says:

    Alrighty.. I just took care of it. Let’s see whom else we can add to the wagon.
  46. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 1:09 pm Cindy Says:

    Dowloaded and posted about it. :) Praying for you!
    http://stillhisgirl.blogspot.com/2008/10/help-some-girlies-out.html
  47. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 1:55 pm Aimee Says:

    What a great ministry you have! I downloaded the program…hope you get lots of money for nacho’s :)


  48. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 4:15 pm Racer Says:

    I, too, am a part of the Nacho Cheese advocacy.

    Downloaded.

    Feel free to support my Starbucks habit by drawing my name!!!
  49. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 5:20 pm Kim Says:

    did it. it was WAY easier than I thought it was going to be.
  50. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 5:21 pm Jackie Says:

    I just downloaded, ’cause I know the fate of the Nacho Cheese is at stake. :)


  51. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 5:39 pm TCKK Says:

    Downloaded.
  52. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 7:09 pm Kelley Says:

    How did I miss this earlier? D-O-N-E.
  53. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 7:47 pm Cheri Says:

    Done – what a simple way to provide such an incredible blessing!
  54. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 9:28 pm cathy davis Says:

    I did it – I think Lisa the PW had a better blog about it though!

    I pray you met your goal.
  55. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 9:34 pm Amy Says:

    i downloaded it.. i heard about this from still his girl… i don’t have a blog, so i guess i’m not entered into the starbucks drawing but i am glad to help out!
    aebg1974 at bellsouth dot net
  56. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 9:36 pm Amy Says:

    oh wait!! i am entered to possibly win the statbucks, just not twice since i don’t have a blog. awesome :) thank you for the fun giveaway. sorried i poted twice, not trying to cheat;)
  57. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 10:22 pm theresa Says:

    downloaded
  58. Avatar October 31st, 2008 at 10:33 pm Junglewife Says:

    I hope I made it in time for your deadline!!!
  59. Avatar November 1st, 2008 at 12:23 am Brooke Says:

    Got it!!! I hope you get lots of cashola!!!!