The following was written by his surviving father.
Joseph Douglas Fortin, born November 5,1986, was named after 3 great grandfathers, born the youngest of 3 children in 39 months,(Jocelyn, Jennifer, & Joe). How proud my father was of all 6 of his grandchildren but for Joe to carry on the Fortin name, it meant a lot to my dad, it was a sign to him that he would do great things no matter how modest it would seem.
Joey as he was called in his younger years, loved to play good versus evil. Whether I was killed either as an Indian, robber, villain etc… . He was bound and determined to keep a peaceful country and world from a very young age. At three we have a picture of him dressed as a cowboy, 5/6 years old he was a true GI Joe muddied face, & who can forget The Batman with his cousin Denelle as Robin, and in high school he wanted to ride in police cars.
The true dynamics of my son to serve seem to come out the strongest when 9/11 happened. That beautiful clear September day, when our world & lives would change forever, convinced my son that we had to have a more peaceful world. Every waking moment he had when his studies were done he watched the tv about what would happen next. It was so hard for him to wrap his head around the idea that these people thought it alright to kill innocent peoples of all nationalities.
Joe graduated RWU in Criminal Justice, joined the ROTC program his freshman/ sophomore summer, and graduated as a 2nd Lt. He married two weeks later to a beautiful young lady, Nicquelle and went off to Oklahoma for heavy artillery training where he did so well in, that the Army held him back to teach the upcoming young officers.
He finally caught up to his battalion in Iraq through Fort Hood 4 months later. My wife and I went down to Fort Hood to say our goodbyes. Joe kept telling his worried mom that things would be alright because heavy artillery we’re always 10 miles behind the lines. I knew & he knew , in war he would be placed where the Army needed him. I asked why he wasn’t scared of dying? His response was,” dad , I could handle it if I go but if I give an order to my squad and anyone dies, I’ll never be able to forgive myself .”
Well that August 23,2009, our son Lt.Joseph D. Fortin died by a IED explosive device while he was on patrol. Miraculously only two injured in the rest of the convoy. Dear Joe, you truly did become an American Hero. How we miss your smile, beautiful eyes w/ long eyelashes , (lady killers). Your sense of generosity, your love of life with not a racial bone in you body. You died to save others and that you did. Your family including nieces and nephews born after your death all think about you regularly and you my son, “ SHALL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN “. Love Dad, Martin J. Fortin, Gold Star Father.
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2nd Lt. Joseph Fortin
Army Sgt. Russell Durgin
Russell was born on July 2, 1982, 10 minutes before his twin, Sean. The first time he was placed in my arms, he smiled. That was to be a prelude of many to come. He enjoyed life, people and would always be ready with a joke, (sometimes a prank) but was always ready to help anyone who needed him, always good natured, never mean... (Read More)
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The following was written by his surviving mother...
Russell was born on July 2, 1982, 10 minutes before his twin, Sean. The first time he was placed in my arms, he smiled. That was to be a prelude of many to come. He enjoyed life, people and would always be ready with a joke, (sometimes a prank) but was always ready to help anyone who needed him, always good natured, never mean.
I believe this element of his personality, to help, to be where he was needed, inspired him to enlist in the military. He began with the Army Reserves while a junior in high school. His basic training at Ft Leonard Wood Mo, the summer before senior year, monthly weekend at Reserves then to graduation 2001. He continued his Reserve obligation until 9/11/2001 when he was activated and sent to Ft. Devens MA for several months as an MP. Upon return, exclaimed, “that’s not how I want to serve” asked to be allowed to join full time Army, active. Graduated from infantry training at Ft Bennington, GA and then sent to serve a year in the DMZ , S. Korea.
Returned to the US in August 2003 assigned to Ft. drum, NY and within weeks was on his way to Iraq. Although he was unknown to his new unit, they welcomed him as they recognized his marksmanship, his ability to inspire and keep spirits high and willingness to take on any challenge (even built the first shower at their new site). He quickly learned the realities of war, seeing death and destruction on both sides of the conflict, often asking “why?” He felt the rush of death himself on more than one occasion and worried “who will tell my mom?” July of that year, his unit came under mortar attack, the camp was completely destroyed, leaving several injured and two of his unit “brothers” dead. With only the clothes on their back, the unit continued to serve, awaiting supplies from home. Brother Sean was leaving his tour in Qatar and sent all his clothes and supplies to Russ and the unit. “Only have to take AirForce patch off” everything else was the same.
Russell returned home September 2004 continued at Ft Drum. Initially was promised a transfer to the 82nd Airborne, he asked to remain with 1-32nd feeling a need to be with the men with whom he had shared so much. Although the smiles remained, they were softened by the sadness in his eyes, forever changed.
He continued speciality training, became a Sniper leader, made plans to enter law enforcement after discharge, became engaged and looked forward to settling down and having a family.
He was sent to Afghanistan on March 1, 2006. He was killed on June 13, 2006 on a mountain in the Korengal Valkey. When his group was attacked, he diverted fire away to protect them as they fled.
The words that came from his men and his leaders: “ He was a model sniper, leader and man, he routinely performed acts of bravery while hunting down the enemy,” (Lt. Col. Cavoli) “Under” the worst of circumstances, he’d have a smile on his face, unflappable with the ability to make decisions under extreme circumstances.” (SSgt Lightner). “There are American soldiers still alive in the Chosin Battalion because of his bravery and heroism on the battlefield in the Korengal Valkey,”. (Carabello)
I don’t want June 13, 2006 to be the end, I want his memory, his legacy to live on.
“No greater love than this that he lay down one’s life for his friends.” John 15”13 “Peace begins with a smile.” St. Theresa
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As of 4/7/21, the following eggs were sold across my platforms:
* Shopify: $124
* Craft Fair: $40
Find more eggs here: I Wanna Easter Egg – Spirit Glass (myshopify.com) and here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiritGlassLLC
Total donation for the 2022 Egg Raiser: 25% X $164 = $41.
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To enter,
Bonus chances!
* 5 bonus chances if you are on my email list
* 5 bonus chances if you are in my Rewards program (join via the blue tab at https://www.spiritglassllc.com
* 25 bonus chances if you share your favorite egg-based recipe in your message
IMPORTANT: If you are a member of the email distribution list and/or rewards program, you need to note this in your comment in order to gain the extra chances.
Maximum chances to win for this event is 36 (initial entry (1), rewards program (bonus 5), email participant (bonus 5), share an egg recipe (bonus 25))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person (entries are collected via all my social media outlets)).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 4/1/22. Void where prohibited by law. Winner will be announced on my blog here.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
My stores are: online: https://www.spiritglassllc.com (check out my spring collection of handmade glass eggs here: https://spirit-glass.myshopify.com/collections/easter), and Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiritGlassLLC)
Please support your local artisans!
Note: for all egg sales through Easter Sunday 2022 - 25% of the purchase price will be donated to the Pennacook Pregnancy Center in Manchester, NH.
Thanks and Good Luck! Peter
Please help me out by sharing this with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
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* Louise: 2 x 16
* Charles: 1 x 20
* Terrie: 1 x 16
* Karen: 1 x 16
* Karen: 2 x 16
* Tara: 2 x 16
* Dasha: 2 x 16
Find more eggs here: I Wanna Easter Egg – Spirit Glass (myshopify.com) and here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiritGlassLLC
Total donation for the 2021 Egg Raiser: 25% X $180 = $45.
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Sales so far:
* week of 3/22
- $60 vase, website purchase
* week of 3/29
- no sales :(
* week of 4/5
- no sales :(
* week of 4/12
- $18 ring holder sale on Etsy
* week of 4/19
- $18 ring holder sale on Etsy
Total Sold in this event to date: $96
Total to Donate: $24
Donated 4/22/20: $24
* week of 4/26
- 4 rondels on primary site ($39)
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Last Updated 4/13/20
Through Easter Sunday 2020, 50% of all egg sales will be donated to the Pennacook Pregnancy Center in Manchester, NH.
Sales so far...
* Prior 3/22/20
- Website purchases: 4 eggs at $20 each
- Manchester Craft Market: 3 eggs at $20 each
* Week of 3/29: no sales :(
* Week of 4/5
- 1 Egg sold on Etsy at $20
Total Egg Sales: $160
Total Donation After Easter Sunday 2020: $80
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Oh Eggstacy! This month's giveaway will be for this large blue and purple Easter egg (or if you prefer, the winner may select any of the other eggs available at my site at the time of the drawing)
To enter, just:
Bonus chances:
* You'll get 5 bonus chances to win if you are on my email list Email me at spiritglassllc@gmail.com to join.
* You'll get 5 bonus chances to win if you are in my Rewards program (join via the blue tab at https://www.spiritglassllc.com)
* You'll get 5 bonus chances to win if your comment includes a link to your favorite piece in my online shop (https://www.spiritglassllc.com)
* 25 bonus chances if you share your favorite egg based recipe
IMPORTANT: If you are a member of the email distribution list and/or rewards program, you need to note this in your comment in order to gain the extra chances.
Maximum chances to win for this event is 41 (initial entry (1), rewards program (bonus 5), email participant (bonus 5), include a link to a favorite item (bonus 5), share an egg recipe (bonus 25))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, USA.Life or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 4/3/20. Void where prohibited by law.Winner will be announced here evening of 4/3/20
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
My stores are: online: https://www.spiritglassllc.com (check out my spring
collection here: https://spirit-glass.myshopify.com/collections/easter), Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiritGlassLLC) and at the Manchester Craft Market in the Manchester NH Mall.
Please support your local artisans!
Note: for all egg sales through Easter Sunday - 50% of the purchase price will be donated to the Pennacook Pregnancy Center in Manchester, NH.
Thanks and Good Luck! Peter
Please help me out by sharing this blog with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
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**** WINNER is Nicole Stiles from Facebook******
Pay it Forward Giveaway 2019!!!
This month's giveaway will be for a this handcrafted red and white Christmas bowl!
To enter, just:
Optional Extra Chances to Win!
IMPORTANT: If you are a member of the email distribution list and/or rewards program, you need to note this in your comment/message in order to gain the extra chances.
Maximum chances to win for this event is 41 (initial entry (1), rewards program (bonus 5), email participant (bonus 5), pay it forward activity (bonus 25))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Email, Pinterest, Facebook, USA.Life, Twitter, or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 12/18/19. Void where prohibited by law.
Winner will be announced here evening of 12/18/19.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
Please help me out by sharing this blog with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
My stores are: online: https://www.spiritglassllc.com (check out my winter collection here: https://spirit-glass.myshopify.com/collections/winter), Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiritGlassLLC) and at the Manchester Craft Market in the Manchester NH Mall. Please support your local artisans!
Thanks and Good Luck!
Peter
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If you see something you like, make sure to purchase before next Friday 11/22 as I'll be taking a number of items down to the Manchester Craft Market.
Many thanks for all of your support! May all your travels this month be safe ones.
Be well,
Peter
Artist's Note...
As I continue to grow in skill and handling of the glass, I often think of a phrase from the Bible ...Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.... in recognition of the gifts I continue to receive and my growing faith in God and Christ, all my newly commissioned works from 10/19 on will include a small cross inscription next to my name and date as part of my signature on the bottom of all signed pieces.
Many of the pieces listed here will be taken over to my spot in the Manchester Market in the next week or two. If you see something you like, don't wait too long!
Many thanks for all of your support as we continue this journey,
Be well,
Peter
Ps. If you or an immediate family member are a member of the US Military or a first responder, please msg me with a short blurb about what you do and I'll send you a separate coupon code for use on my sites.
**** UPDATE! - Congrats to Nan Stender - This month's winner! ****
Hearts Are Made of Glass Giveaway!!!
This month's giveaway will be for a custom made heart pendant and earring set - if you win, you get to pick your own colors from my inventory!
To enter, just:
Optional Extra Chances to Win!
* 2 Extra Chances if you are on my Email list (spiritglassllc@gmail.com)
* 3 Extra Chances if you are on my Rewards program (join via the blue tab at https://www.spiritglassllc.com)
* 5 Extra Chances if you share a story about something or someone that makes your heart shine (note: stories may be shared across my social media)
IMPORTANT: If you are a member of the email distribution list and/or rewards program, you need to note this in your comment/message in order to gain the extra chances.
Maximum chances to win for this event is 11 (initial entry (1), rewards program (bonus 3), email participant (bonus 2), heart shine comment (bonus 5))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 2/8/19. Void where prohibited by law.
Winner will be announced here evening of 2/8/19.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
Please help me out by sharing this post with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
My stores are: online: https://www.spiritglassllc.com (check out my growing valentine collection here: https://spirit-glass.myshopify.com/collections/valentines), Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpiritGlassLLC) and at the Manchester Craft Market in the Manchester NH Mall. Please support your local artisans!
Thanks and Good Luck!
Peter
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The most difficult part of this process? Well, raising the funds is up there, then there's getting permission to decimate my wife's garden, spending 2-3 months finding an electrician who would return my calls, then there's the general issue of trying to line things up among contractors, but the worst part? Finding my gas line.... Here's a sample of what I've gone through.
* Call Dig Safe - sure, they'll come out and check for power and gas.
* 1 week later - electric flags pop up on my lawn, likely freaking out the local gopher population. but, no gas flags. I call up Dig Safe wondering if the gophers have taken the flags out because they didn't like the color, and they say... "oh, you have PROPANE, we don't scan for that"
* :(
* Call up the gas company with their name emblazoned on my tank. They don't have any plans on where the lines are dug (even though they installed it). They're willing to send someone out and guesstimate where they might have laid it. I told them I have some trained gophers that could do just as good a job. They send me to their repair / service branch.
* They have no records either and no way to scan for a gas line but I think they are secretly interested in hiring my trained gophers to do their work
* I go back to the main group, they said I should buy a metal detector. I ask how a gopher can hold a metal detector? But, in an effort to be hands on, I go out and buy one.
* Can't detect anything beyond 10 inches from the house. I think I hear the gophers chortling at me.
* I call the service people up and tell them I'm willing to pay them per hour to spot dig and clearly id where my gas line is so that I don't blow up my family or the gophers that are now laughing in hysterics. They tell me that they are not sure they can do that service. They forward me on to their manager for questioning.
* I think the gophers got to him first as its several weeks later and still no call.
* After several weeks pass and giving up $200, I finally find an outfit that is properly equipped and can id the line for me (but, sadly, not the hideout of the gophers or where they've stashed that business manager).
So - the trench is dug, electric hardwiring is going in next week and my last hurdle will be getting the gas folks in to finish the gas piping into the garage (that and buying the last few thousand dollars worth of equipment). No prob. Hoping to be up and running now in January.
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Been a while, so its definitely past time for a giveaway event...
Introducing the “Pay it Forward” Holiday Giveaway
This month's giveaway item is a unique large artglass snowflake (5” diameter), handmade with patternings of blue and white with a heart of shimmering dichroic glass in the center. Works great as a suncatcher for the window or décor for your Christmas tree!
To enter, just:
Optional Extra Chances to Win!
* 3 Extra Chances if you are on my Email list (spiritglassllc@gmail.com)
* 3 Extra Chances if you are on my Rewards program (join via the blue tab at https://www.spiritglassllc.com)
* 10 Extra Chances if you go out of your way to help someone out / do a good deed over the next couple weeks and share a comment about your activity here (note that comments may be shared across my social media channels). Helping me with my workshop building efforts is appreciated but doesn’t count for this event 😊
IMPORTANT: If you are a member of the email distribution list and/or rewards program, you need to note this in your comment/message in order to gain the extra chances.
Maximum chances to win for this event is 17 (initial entry (1), rewards program (bonus 3), email participant (bonus 3), help someone out comment (bonus 10))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 12/16/18. Void where prohibited by law.
Winner will be announced here evening of 12/16/18.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
Please help me out by sharing this post with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
My stores are: online: https://www.spiritglassllc.com (check out my growing winter collection here: https://spirit-glass.myshopify.com/collections/winter), at the Library Arts CenterGallery of Gifts Event in Newport, NH and at the Manchester Craft Market in the Manchester NH Mall. Please support your local artisans!
Thanks and Good Luck!
Peter
Through 12/31, I will honor any contributions made with glass perks similar to what was offered via my Indiegogo campaign. As follows:
Contribute...and get...
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Optional Extra Chances to Win!
If you are a member of the email distribution list and/or rewards program, you need to note this in your comment on social media / email in order to gain the extra chances. If you think you are on the list but did not get an email from me, please let me know (spiritglassllc@gmail.com).
Maximum chances to win for this event is 12 (initial entry (1), rewards program (bonus 4), email participant (bonus 2), heart shine comment (bonus 5))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, including email, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 10/20/17. Void where prohibited by law.
Winner will be announced here evening of 10/20/17.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
Please help me out by sharing this post with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
Stores are at: my home page (https://www.spiritglassllc.com), and on Artyah! (https://www.artyah.com/seller/spiritglassllc)
The best way to ensure the giveaways keep coming is to keep me in business!
Thanks and Good Luck!
Peter
FYI: Benefits of Membership on the Spirit Glass Email List. For reading just 1 regular email a month, you get...
* To take advantage of these offers, you need to reference this bonus at the time of purchase and confirm that you are an email subscriber. If you meet these requirements, I'll reimburse you!
]]>Up for grabs is this unique large art glass fall maple leaf 8" by 7" - works great as a home decor piece or for serving up your favorite piece of pie.
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Optional Extra Chances to Win!
If you are a member of the email distribution list and/or rewards program, you need to note this in your comment on social media in order to gain the extra chances. If you think you are on the list but did not get an email from me, please let me know (spiritglassllc@gmail.com).
Maximum chances to win for this event is 7 (initial entry (1), rewards program (bonus 1), email participant (bonus 2), recipe (bonus 3))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, including email, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 9/22/17. Void where prohibited by law.
Winner will be announced here evening of 9/22/17.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
Please help me out by sharing this post with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
Stores are at: my home page (https://www.spiritglassllc.com), and on Artyah! (https://www.artyah.com/seller/spiritglassllc)
The best way to ensure the giveaways keep coming is to keep me in business!
Thanks and Good Luck!
Peter
FYI: Benefits of Membership on the Spirit Glass Email List. For reading just 1 regular email a month, you get...
Up for grabs is this unique mixed colors art glass ring holder!
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Optional Extra Chances to Win!
If you are a member of the email distribution list, you need to note this in your comment on social media in order to gain the extra chances. If you think you are on the list but did not get an email from me, please let me know (spiritglassllc@gmail.com).
Maximum chances to win for this event is 6 (initial entry (1), email participant (bonus 2), ring story (3))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, including email, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 5/19/17. Void where prohibited by law.
Winner will be announced here evening of 5/19/17.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
Please help me out by sharing this post with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
Stores are at: my home page (https://www.spiritglassllc.com), on Etsy (https://spiritglassllc.etsy.com), and on Artyah! (https://www.artyah.com/seller/spiritglassllc)
The best way to ensure the giveaways keep coming is to keep me in business!
Thanks and Good Luck!
Peter
FYI: Benefits of Membership on the Spirit Glass Email List. For reading just 1 regular email a month, you get...
****** Submitted Egg Recipes!
My favorite egg recipe is count custard pie
1 9in pie shell
4 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg
1 cup coconut or more if you like coconut
1 can coconut milk
1/2 pint heavy cream
Preheat oven to 400
Mix eggs, sugar, salt, spice of choice together.
Warm milk either in microwave or on stove do not boil. Very very slowly mix into egg mixture(you don't want scrambled eggs) than add coconut and pour into pie shell bake for 30 min or until knife comes out clean
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Egg themed dish: 1. Eggs with Soldiers: Place 4 eggs in a saucepan of boiling water, then cook over low heat, 4 to 5 minutes; drain. Slice off the tops and season with salt and pepper. Serve with toast strips.
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Beet pickled eggs
Boil vinegar, a couple whole cloves, cinnamon, water in a pan, add beet juice. Pour in jar over peeled boiled eggs and seal. Let sit in fridge 5 days then eat
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Egg salad i dont measure things rho so heres the ingredients hard boiled eggs hellmans real mayo a little mustard a little bit of pickle juice and pinch or so of sugar and dill weed or sweet relish chill for few hrs
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Introducing the Oh Eggstacy! Giveaway!
Up for grabs is this unique blue, white and dichroic glass Easter Egg!
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Optional Extra Chances to Win!
If you are a member of the rewards program or email distribution list, you need to note this in your comment on social media in order to gain the extra chances. If you think you are on the list but did not get an email from me, please let me know (spiritglassllc@gmail.com).
Maximum chances to win for this event is 11 (initial entry (1), rewards program (3), email participant (bonus 2), egg recipe (5))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, including email, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+ and have entered by 5 pm EST 4/10/17. Void where prohibited by law.
Drawing will be held live at 5:30 pm EST 4/10/17 at: https://zoom.us/j/461872836. For those interested in staying on after the drawing, I'll be offering some Seconds pieces for steep discounts via a live auction format.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
Winner to be randomly selected from all entrants Monday, 4/10/17 @ 530 pm EST. I'll be doing a live video stream of the drawing at that time (link to be posted in the comment feed). An update will be posted to the blog on my website with the final winner.
Please help me out by sharing this post with your friends and family and letting them know about my work.
Stores are at: my home page (https://www.spiritglassllc.com), on Etsy (https://spiritglassllc.etsy.com), and on Artyah! (https://www.artyah.com/seller/spiritglassllc)
The best way to ensure the giveaways keep coming is to keep me in business!
Thanks and Good Luck!
Peter
FYI: Benefits of Membership on the Spirit Glass Email List. For reading just 1 regular email a month, you get...
Lady Luck been giving you the cold shoulder recently? Then this giveaway is for you!
Up for grabs is a $25 credit towards any of my online stores (fyi - the items in the pic are all $25 or under). You can use the credit towards a glass heart, multiple buttons or towards any currently available item in my stores (you can also use it as a credit towards a more expensive item).
Stores are at: my home page (https://www.spiritglassllc.com), on Etsy (https://spiritglassllc.etsy.com), and on Artyah! (https://www.artyah.com/seller/spiritglassllc)
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Optional: Bonus! Get an extra chance if you answer the following question in your comment: What are you feeling particularly lucky about today?
Extra Special I'm Gonna Make My Own Luck Bonus!!! If you have NEVER won one of my giveaways and have entered 3 or more giveaways in the past 12 months, you'll get an extra 10 chances to win. To claim this bonus, let me know which giveaways you've entered in your comment.
As always, you'll get THREE base chances to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list (if you are already on the email list, PLEASE note this in your comment so I can credit your chances appropriately). If you think you are on the list but did not get an email from me, please let me know (spiritglassllc@gmail.com).
Maximum chances to win for this event is 14 (email participant (3), never won bonus (10), lucky day bonus (1))
Unless you've earned additional entry credits, only one entry per person for those following me on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram (entries are collected via all my social media outlets, including email, not just here).
No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law.
Family members can enter but the prize will be different - if a family member wins, you'll get a store credit equal to the value of the prize and I'll randomly redraw from the list of non-family entrants to select a new winner.
Winner to be randomly selected from all entrants Friday, 3/17/17 @ high noon EST. I'll be doing a live video stream of the drawing at that time (link to be posted in the comment feed). An update will be posted to the blog on my website with the final winner. Winner must select their chosen item within 1 week of the award. Shipping will be free for this item.
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Thanks and Good Luck!
Peter
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For this red, yellow, and dichroic artglass heart. The piece measures about 3 inches long, weighs about 7 ounces. Signed and dated.
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Optional: Bonus! Get an extra chance if you answer the following question in your comment: Think about a person or activity that you love most - what are the top three things about them/it you love most?
No purchase necessary. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law. One entry per person for those following me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Three chances to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list. Bonus chance for sharing the characteristics of something/someone you love.
Entries must be received by 5 pm EST 2/7/17. Winner to be randomly selected evening of 2/7/17.
Please help spread the word by sharing this with your friends and family and ask them to support the arts (and keep the freebies coming)!
Good Luck!
Peter
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For this green, white, and silver dichroic art glass snowflake. The piece measures about 3" inches across and comes with a suction cup and hanging cord for displaying in your favorite spot!
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Optional: Share a comment when you enter about your favorite winter activity and get an additional chance to win!
No purchase necessary. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law. One entry per person for those following me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Three chances to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list. Bonus chance for sharing a fun winter activity.
Entries must be received by 5 pm EST 1/20/17. Winner to be randomly selected evening of 1/20/17.
Please help spread the word by sharing this with your friends and family and ask them to support the arts (and keep the freebies coming)!
Good Luck!
Peter
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For this one of a kind hand-blown maroon, orange, and yellow art glass vase!
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Optional: Perform a random act of kindness for someone and include a note in your comment describing it when signing up for an extra FIVE chances to win.
No purchase necessary. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law. One entry per person for those following me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Three chances to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list. Bonus five chances for being kind to others and sharing the story.
Entries must be received by 5 pm EST 12/18/16. Winner to be randomly selected evening of 12/18/16.
Please help spread the word by sharing this with your friends and family and ask them to support the arts (and keep the freebies coming)!
Good Luck!
Peter
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For this one of a kind hand-blown purple, white and blue glow in the dark Christmas ornament!
This art work measures 2.75" in diameter and weighs about 9 oz.To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
No purchase necessary. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law. One entry per person for those following me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Three chances to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list. Bonus chance for sending in a thankful comment.
Entries must be received by 5 pm EST 11/25/16. Winner to be randomly selected evening of 11/25/16.
Please help spread the word by sharing this with your friends and family and ask them to support the arts (and keep the freebies coming)!
Good Luck!
Peter
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For this signature spirit glass flame piece - a beautiful blend of dark blue, purple, aquamarine and glow glass colors. Makes a great night light and paperweight!
This art work measures 3.75" in height and 1.5" in width at its thickest point. Signed, and dated. To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
No purchase necessary. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law. One entry per person for those following me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Three chances to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list. Bonus chance if you send in a pumpkin pic.
Entries must be received by 5 pm EST 10/21/16. Winner to be randomly selected evening of 10/21/16.
Please help spread the word by sharing this with your friends and family and ask them to support the arts (and keep the freebies coming)!
Good Luck!
Peter
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I'm giving away this gorgeous large art glass maple leaf to one lucky person. The piece is around 8" high by 7" wide from tip to tip, actual plate size if using for serving food is around 6" by 5". The weight is about 9 oz. Signed, dated, and numbered.
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For those including a fall leaf pic, I may try to replicate it in glass form! Looking forward to seeing what you come up with :)
No purchase necessary. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law.
One entry per person for those following me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Three chances to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list. Bonus chance if you send in a leaf pic.
Entries must be received by 5 pm EST 9/23/16. Winner to be randomly selected evening of 9/23/16.
Please help spread the word by sharing this with your friends and family and ask them to support the arts (and keep the freebies coming)!
Good Luck!
Peter
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For reading just 1 regular email a month, you get...
* triple the chances for winning a giveaway event
* buy one get one half off for any pendants, earrings, jewelry sets, or suncatchers (2nd item must be of equal or lesser value)
* you can offer 50% of the listed price for any item listed under the "Seconds" section of my etsy site
* opportunities to earn store credit throughout the year
* sneak peaks into some of the best items I create
* better coupon deals than any of my other social media outlets, and, of course,
* my very deep appreciation for your support!
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
Bonus! Get an extra chance to win if you join my rewards program: sign up via the blue Rewards tab at https://www.spiritglassllc.com.
No purchase necessary. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law.
One entry per person for those following me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest. Three chances to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list. Bonus chance if you join my rewards program.
Entries must be received by 5 pm EST 8/5/16. Winner to be randomly selected evening of 8/5/16.
Please help spread the word by sharing this with your friends and family and ask them to support the arts (and keep the freebies coming)!
Good Luck!
Peter
FYI: Benefits of Membership on the Spirit Glass Email List.
For reading just 1 regular email a month, you get...
* triple the chances for winning a giveaway event
* buy one get one half off for any pendants, earrings, jewelry sets, or suncatchers (2nd item must be of equal or lesser value)
* you can offer 50% of the listed price for any item listed under the "Seconds" section of my etsy site
* opportunities to earn store credit throughout the year
* sneak peaks into some of the best items I create
* better coupon deals than any of my other social media outlets, and, of course,
* my very deep appreciation for your support!
To participate in the giveaway, just do ONE of the following...
No purchase necessary. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited by law.
One entry per person for those following me on Facebook, Twitter, Wordpress, Instagram, or Pinterest. Extra chance to win if you enter and are on my email distribution list.
Entries must be received by 5 pm EST 7/22/16. Winner to be randomly selected evening of 7/22/16.
Please help spread the word by sharing this with your friends and family and ask them to support the arts (and keep the freebies coming)!
Good Luck!
Peter
FYI: Benefits of Membership on the Spirit Glass Email List. For reading just 1 regular email a month, you get...
* double the chances for winning a giveaway event
* buy one get one half off for any pendants, earrings, jewelry sets, or suncatchers (2nd item must be of equal or lesser value)
* you can offer 50% of the listed price for any item listed under the "Seconds" section of my etsy site
* opportunities to earn store credit throughout the year
* sneak peaks into some of the best items I create
* better coupon deals than any of my other social media outlets, and, of course,
* my very deep appreciation for your support!