Until i’m back

May 5th, 2012

It is always when i have so much to say that i neglect my blog. It is always when i feel like my head will explode from all the thoughts in it that i avoid typing them down here. Why? I have no idea.
I will be back soon, i promise, when my head will be a bit lighter & my thoughts get untangled.
Because i miss filling this space with my random words, & i miss sharing my life with you all.

Untill then, may you always be surrounded by honest, loving & truthful people..

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We have a winner!

March 24th, 2012

I didn’t expect to have a winner that fast! but I’m Really REALLLLLLLLY glad!

The winner read 20 books,

The winner reviewed each of the 20 books,

The winner finished the first book on the 6th of January, and the 20th on the 18th of March

20 books in less than 3 months is a great achievement, I am proud of our winner <3

our winner notified me through twitter, and made me smile like a moron! XD

she is..

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Congratulation Meera! you really deserve it, I’m sure you’ll treat it well ;)

Meera has kindly agreed to share her list with us, which contains a brief review of each of the 20 books.. you can view the list here –>  {20 Books}

The Kindle will be with it’s new owner this week enshallah, well deserved Meera <3

 

& guys, do you, or do you not want to continue this marathon? if you do, I’m extending it to 40 books! yes you heard me, if our Meera can do it in less than 3 months then I’m sure others can do it too.. so if someone else is up for one more Kindle, then another chance is awaiting you..

 

Good night!

 

 

 

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The 20 book marathon for 2012

January 22nd, 2012

I hate that it’s taking me forever to wipe the dust off this place! time is scarce, but i HAD TO come back for an announcement that is already too late. I’ve been planning a reading competition since last year but never managed to prepare it well, but now I have no excuse to delay it any further. I’ve been discussing it with miracle, who God bless her has been nagging and reminding me daily. Now that i have a
few minutes on hand, let me tell you what its all about.

What’s the compition about?

READING, what else? :P you’ll be required to finish 20 books before the end of 2012. 20 might be a big number for some, and a small number for those blessed with time to read, but however, the number is fixed.

What books should I read?

any book, from cover to cover. and it could be in any language of your choice. But please make sure you read from different categories, fiction, classics, self-help etc.. Go for topics you enjoy the most.

How would you know I’ve read them all?

Conscious. I’m sure my dear readers are honest ones. other than that, you’ll be required to fill in a form with the book details you’ve finished. Title, Author, date finished & most importantly, a summery with your own words (in Either Arabic or English, i don’t master any more languages XD). most readers are used to documenting such information, & those who havent been doing so in the past will experience the pleasure of building a list of books

What should I do once I’ve finished all 20 books?

Inform me. First one to inform me will be THE WINNER of the competition! you’ll be required to immediately drop me an email on [dxb@dxb-girl.com] with the form attached. or you can always direct message on my twitter.

Who’s eligiable?

Anyone, from anywhere in the world, the love of words knows no boundaries. So spread the word among your family &

If i won, what will be my prize?

You’ll receive a Kindle book reader, the one of your choice, completely free of charge! if you havent heard of the kindle, then its an ebook reader that works on ink technology, meaning the screen is PERFECT for long periods of reading where your eyes wont be looking into a LED or LCD screen, but an ink based paper like screen, i never thought ill manage to read through an ebook reader, but the kindle stole my heart since the first use <3. ofcourse it'll never replace an actual paper back but for people who want their entire library in thier pockets then this is a charm. My favorite thing about it is the black & white display & none reflective screen. This is the one miracle & I have, but the winner will have the option to choose the version they desire!

oh comon don't you want one? :D

If you do, start the 20 book marathon!




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& the winner is….

November 27th, 2011

so the little giveaway was closed last night. I must admit, I loved each and every comment you guys left, it was wonderful seeing you all excited to win.

This morning, I let my little girl draw a winner. I am proud of her, she managed to pick just one paper out of the lot!

I was so exited to know who the winner is!

 

 

and I’m sure you are too…

 

 

 

 

 

Congratulation to the winner of the pair of pajamas!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

She’s a book lover

 

 

 

 

 

 

yes she is…

 

 

 

 

 

it’s..

 

 

 

 

Mabroook Minmnani! you’re now the envy of all the girls haha.. I will be contacting you on your e-mail =)

 

To the rest of you lovely girls, thank you for being part of this, and do nottttt worry, this is the first giveaway on my blog, but it won’t be the last enshallah, so you will have more chances in the near future!

I learned from this humble giveaway that giving is much much MUCH more rewarding than receiving =)

 

until the next post, stay safe, happy & positive!

 

 

 

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Because I love you – Giveaway

November 17th, 2011

This post has been saved in my draft folder for months! & by coincidence, I just came across it again.

So yes, it’s like the title says..

because I love you all

because you are loyal friends and readers

and because I’ve always wanted to give back to all of you who have been around,  I’d like to have my first ever giveaway on my humble blog.

Yes, I love books, who doesn’t? but no, I’m not giving away books, I’m actually gunna give away a cute pajama set by House Of Bjayem!

I love pajamas just as much as i love books, and i ADORE pretty pajamas, and I’m sure you do too.

 

If you’d like to win one of these & have it sent straight to your doorsteps, all you have to do is like House of Bjayem on Facebook OR follow them on Twitter, then, comment here on this post telling me why you want it!.. it’s as simple as it sounds. Oh & you get to pick the one you want from the latest collection; Celebration of the Rose.

Yalla girls, let it be yours! & guys, you can join too, I’m sure your sisters, wife etc would love a gift :P

 

The deadline will be on the 27th of this month. Once it strikes midnight, ill pick a winner the traditional way, yup I’m gunna write your names on papers and randomly let my little monster pick one up (lets hope it doesn’t go straight to her mouth)

PS. This giveaway is open to anyone from anywhere, & there will be one lucky winner only

 

Goodluck <3!

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