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Monday, February 10, 2014

Valentine's Day Gift Hop



Welcome to the Valentine's Day Gift Hop. I love holidays. Don't you? They provide an excuse to decorate the house in a different way. The Month of Love is one of my favorites. I get to drape the house in red. Tablecloths, placemats, and napkins—all red. Heart clings on the windows. Heart-shaped candles on end tables. Throws with heart designs in the weave tossed on chairs. Strings of lights and red poinsettias left from Christmas.

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Now, light the candles for ambiance. Let's play soft music. Open a bottle of fine red wine. Snuggle before the fire and kiss that hunky Highlander husband or boyfriend.

Romance is in the air. Pass the chocolates.





Do you decorate for Valentine's Day? Do you have special plans?


Valentine's Day Gift Hop Grand Prizes:



Dawn Marie Hamilton Writes Prize:

a Rafflecopter giveaway


Before continuing with the hop, consider helping me select a cover for the soon to release paranormal romance Sea Panther. I'm giving away an autographed pre-release trade paperback copy. Cast your vote here.


Thanks for stopping by. Happy Valentine's Day!
~Dawn Marie


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  1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 10, 2014 at 2:56 AM

    Welcome to the hop!

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  2. Jessica Hale(Parsons)February 10, 2014 at 6:26 AM

    never really done anything for this day i use to do small gifts like a card with a personal poem i did or stuff toy but not anymore

    jessicaoz(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:28 AM

      Hi, Jessica! I love the idea of a personal poem. For my DH, I usually cook a favorite meal. :)

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  3. laurieFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:32 AM

    thanks for such a wonderful giveaway

    parisfan_ca@yahoo.com

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  4. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 6:15 PM

    nope dont decorate and no plans. too close to my birthday so will just go out for that a week later.

    indiansgirl9@aol.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:58 PM

      Happy Birthday, Samantha! Hope you have a special day!

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  5. CindiFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:54 PM

    I don't do anything special. I usually don't have a date so it's spent with the kiddos. this year I'm running my daughter and her boyfriend around.

    cc_clubbs at yahoo dot com

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  6. Lisa WalkerFebruary 10, 2014 at 11:09 PM

    My husband and I go out for a romantic dinner.
    liese1235 at gmail dot com

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  7. JanhviFebruary 11, 2014 at 7:48 AM

    Happy Valentine's Day!

    justjanhvi at gmail dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 11, 2014 at 2:15 PM

      Happy Valentine's to you too, Janhvi! Thanks for stopping by.

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  8. ilookfamousFebruary 11, 2014 at 11:18 AM

    No decorating for me but ur red house of love sounds fabulous!
    ilookfamous@yahoo.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 11, 2014 at 2:16 PM

      Thabks, Elise-Maria! In March it will be green. :) Have a fabulous Valentine's!

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  9. DebbieFebruary 11, 2014 at 1:15 PM

    Great to meet you and thanks for the giveaway!

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 11, 2014 at 2:17 PM

      Hi, Debbie. Thanks for stopping by for a visit. Enjoy Valentine's!

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  10. Robin RodriguezFebruary 11, 2014 at 1:21 PM

    Looking forward to getting to know your books. Thank you for doing such an awesome give away. Hope you have a GREAT Valentines

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 11, 2014 at 2:18 PM

      Hi, Robin. These blog hops are so much fun. Thanks for hopping in. Happy Valentine's!

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  11. Kristen @ Pretty Little PagesFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:07 PM

    We're not decorating since we'll be spending the weekend away! Thanks for participating in this awesome hop!

    prettylittlepages@gmail.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:28 PM

      Away sounds good. Somewhere special? Have a wonderful Valentine's, Kristen!

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  12. ThelmaFebruary 11, 2014 at 11:54 PM

    Want to sign up for your blog. but no mobile link:(

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 12, 2014 at 3:38 PM

      Hmm. I'll have to do something about that, Thelma. Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy Valentine's!

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  13. Tiffany DrewFebruary 12, 2014 at 12:58 AM

    No special plans here yet. My husband has his dodgeball league on Friday nights so I think I'll be spending this one at home with a book :) Thank you!

    jaidahsmommy(at)comcast(dot)net

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 12, 2014 at 3:41 PM

      Spending the evening with a book is right up my alley. :) Me and the hubby are celebrating at a restaurant next week after the rush. Have a Happy Valentine, Tiffany.

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2014 at 2:59 PM

    I'm single so I'll probably go out with friends to watch a movie. :)
    Thank you for participating in this hop and for your giveaway :)
    kalliopedamala@gmail.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 12, 2014 at 3:42 PM

      Hi, Lorelei! Spending the evening with friends should be fun. Enjoy!

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  15. Lilith NyxFebruary 12, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Thank you for a chance :)

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 13, 2014 at 9:36 AM

      Thanks for stopping by, Lilith. Hope you have a nice Valentine's!

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  16. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2014 at 9:25 PM

    No special plans! Having dinner with the husband and kids! Thanks for sharing! amybowens34@yahoo.com

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  17. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 4:44 AM

    thanks for this awesome giveaway! :D
    krizia_kmga06(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 13, 2014 at 9:37 AM

      Thanks for dropping in for the hop, Krizia. Hope you have a terrific Valentine's!

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  18. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    I want takeout, a movie and Godiva at home. I'll be happy.
    leighannecrisp at yahoo dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 13, 2014 at 5:33 PM

      Sounds great, Melissa. Especially the Godiva. :) Have a very happy Valentine's!

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  19. UnknownFebruary 13, 2014 at 7:14 PM

    Just planning a quiet evening at home with the hubby. Thanks for the giveaway. wcraig5432@yahoo.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 14, 2014 at 8:42 AM

      Sounds nice, Wanda! I'll be doing much the same. Next week, dinner out after the rush. :)Have a fabulous Valentine's Day!

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  20. Mary @SweepingMeFebruary 13, 2014 at 9:26 PM

    thanks for the great giveaway. Favorite is Reese's Peanut Butter Hearts...SO good

    Mary
    mary_reiss @ hotmail.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 14, 2014 at 8:43 AM

      Reese's. Yum! Thanks for participating in the hop, Mary. Happy Valentine's Day!

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  21. NatashaFebruary 14, 2014 at 12:24 AM

    I do decorate.
    No special plans.
    Thanks for the chance to win!
    natasha_donohoo_8 at hotmail dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 14, 2014 at 8:44 AM

      Thanks for dropping by, Natasha! Glad to hear you decorate. Have a splendid Valentine's Day!

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  22. Stormy VixenFebruary 14, 2014 at 12:38 AM

    No & No Going to read a great book. Thanks for sharing the hop and giveaway. Happy V Day! evamillien at gmail dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 14, 2014 at 8:46 AM

      Cuddling with a good book is always a great plan, Eva. :) Have a happy Valentine's Day!

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  23. DovileFebruary 14, 2014 at 5:34 AM

    Happy Valentine's Day!
    No special plans for me.

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  24. VeronikaFebruary 14, 2014 at 3:49 PM

    Happy Valentine's day to you!
    verusbognar (at) gmail (dot) com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 14, 2014 at 4:17 PM

      Hello, Veronika. Hope you have a spectacular Valentine's! Thanks for stopping by.

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  25. Zoe ForwardFebruary 14, 2014 at 6:03 PM

    We're in the middle of V day and no big plans other than being super happy the snow is melting so we can get around. Thanks for being on the hop. Happy V day!
    writeforward at yahoo dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 15, 2014 at 8:06 AM

      Hi, Zoe. Thanks for stopping by. I'm sure the snow has made it difficult for some to celebrate. Enjoy the weekend!

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  26. hhkaufman78February 14, 2014 at 6:23 PM

    We will just be having dinner & watching a movie with the kids.
    ncprincess96 at yahoo dot com

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  27. CourtneyFebruary 14, 2014 at 6:43 PM

    tee hee...i actually don't decorate for valentine's. but i plan to go to a new-to-us restaurant with my husband :)
    thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
    youngcou@gmail.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 15, 2014 at 8:09 AM

      Hi, Courtney. We enjoy trying new restaurants. It's fun. And we're such foodies. :) Hope you have a great weekend.

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  28. MelissaFebruary 14, 2014 at 7:01 PM

    happy valentine's day!

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 15, 2014 at 8:11 AM

      Happy Valentine's to you, Melissa. Have a terrific weekend.

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  29. Daniel MFebruary 14, 2014 at 9:10 PM

    single, not decorating or have any plans - regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 15, 2014 at 8:16 AM

      Thanks for stopping by, Daniel! Have an awesome weekend.

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  30. H.B.February 15, 2014 at 1:28 AM

    I don't celebrate V-Day so there's not a single decoration in sight. i didn't have any plans either.

    humhumbum AT yahoo DOT com

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  31. Brittany WendtlandFebruary 15, 2014 at 2:56 AM

    Thanks for the chance!!! Happy Valentine's Day!!! bw2323bro(@)yahoo.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 15, 2014 at 8:48 AM

      Happy Valentine's, Brittany. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  32. ShadowFebruary 15, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    Hi! Happy Valentines! I honestly dont celebrate this holiday. Its just another day for me. Ill be staying in and reading. Thank you for sharing and for ​the amazing giveaway!
    shadowluvs2read(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 15, 2014 at 4:41 PM

      Hi, Shadow. Hope you enjoy a good book. Have a great rest of your weekend!

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  33. Alina PFebruary 15, 2014 at 4:11 PM

    Thank you! I don't celebrate it :)
    alinutza4u2004[at]yahoo[dot]co[dot]uk

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 15, 2014 at 4:41 PM

      Thanks for visiting during the hop, Alina! Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

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  34. SpavFebruary 15, 2014 at 5:21 PM

    I don't really do anything special.

    Arantza
    soy_super36(AT)hotmail(DOT)com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 16, 2014 at 8:23 AM

      Hi, Thanks for stopping by. Have a great rest of the weekend!

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  35. bn100February 15, 2014 at 6:37 PM

    just another day

    bn100candg at hotmail dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:24 AM

      Thanks for visiting during the hop. Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

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  36. UnknownFebruary 15, 2014 at 6:44 PM

    Nope we didn't do anything special, just had a quiet dinner and watched tv as a family.

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:25 AM

      Quiet is nice, Donna. Have a good remainder of the weekend!

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  37. JanDFebruary 15, 2014 at 8:08 PM

    I don't decorate for Valentine's.
    bituin76 at hotmail dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:26 AM

      Thinks for dropping in, Jan! Enjoy the rest of the weekend.

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  38. magic5905February 15, 2014 at 8:29 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway. Don't really do Valentine's Day.
    magic5905 at embarqmail dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:27 AM

      Thanks for the visit. Have a terrific rest of the weekend.

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  39. SherryFebruary 15, 2014 at 9:53 PM

    All I did was stay home and read. Thanks for the giveaway.
    sstrode at scrtc dot com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:27 AM

      Reading is always a fabulous alternative. :) Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

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  40. BookLadyFebruary 15, 2014 at 10:03 PM

    On Valentine's Day my husband and I share a romantic candlelight dinner at home. I decorate mainly the kitchen and dining room for Valentine's Day. Thanks for the great giveaway!
    bhometchko(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:36 AM

      Hi, BookLady! Sounds really nice. Soon, I'll take down the Valentine decorations and switch to green and shamrocks. :) Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

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  41. UnknownFebruary 15, 2014 at 10:50 PM

    No decorating this year but we did our tradition of staying home to make dinner with kids then cuddling up to watch a movie.
    shannonw1978@hotmail.com

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    1. Dawn Marie HamilronFebruary 16, 2014 at 9:37 AM

      Cuddling is nice. :) Thanks for stopping by. Have a great rest of the weekend.

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