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Get your thinkin’ cap on

Unbelievable. I mean it, in the truest sense of the word.

un⋅be⋅liev⋅a⋅ble – adjective

1. too dubious or improbable to be believed.
2. so remarkable as to strain credulity; extraordinary.

For this occasion, I’m going with definition number 2: “so remarkable as to strain credulity; extraordinary.”

So here it is.

You ready???

I won a contest.

A contest I really, REALLY wanted to win.

The prize is an opportunity to meet someone. To hang out at this person’s house for the afternoon. To do some cooking. With her.

And I won. I am going to meet this phenomenally talented woman.

On Tuesday.

That would be this Tuesday.

I am so excited. In fact, in my excitement, I chipped my tooth on my coffee cup. Not lying.

My front tooth.

Anyone want to hazard a guess who I am going to get to meet?


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  1. a Tonggu Momma says

    March 6, 2009 at 11:20 PM

    Paula Dean.

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  2. Mom Of Many says

    March 6, 2009 at 11:25 PM

    I have no clue, but I am so very happy for you…and look at the bright side…you are giving your dentist his own version of a “stimulus package”…(sorry, I couldn’t resist – blame it on the fire)…

    Thrilled for you though, seriously, so do tell…and while I’m thinking about it, you really love the mysteries, don’t ya? You think all us old people have nothin else to do but sit around waitin to see what mystery you have up your sleeve this week…actually you’re right and I will be hitting my refresh button until you tell…and let me guess you’ll be telling on Tuesday – argh…

    Reply
  3. The Morris Family says

    March 6, 2009 at 11:30 PM

    Pioneer Woman- You lucky lucky duck, you!…mmmmm-cake pops!

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  4. Amie@HeartSmiles says

    March 6, 2009 at 11:38 PM

    you are so clever… love it!

    Happy Happy Day!!!

    😉
    Amie

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  5. Lynn says

    March 6, 2009 at 11:45 PM

    My vote is Paula Deen.

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  6. Lyndsey says

    March 6, 2009 at 11:56 PM

    My guess is Pioneer Woman. You are soooo lucky, she rocks! I tried her dinner roll recipie last night. I must say they are the BEST rolls I have ever made.. I ate three…but I wanted more.

    Have fun!
    Lyndsey

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  7. Jean says

    March 7, 2009 at 12:12 AM

    I have to venture a guess- I am really bad at this- how about Rachel Ray??
    I am looking forward to finding out!! Sorry to hear about your front tooth.
    Tell us soon!!
    Blessings,
    Jean

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  8. Virginia and Doug says

    March 7, 2009 at 12:32 AM

    You just loooove to keep people in suspense, don’t you? If it’s Paula Dean I’m going to be so jealous. I don’t have to patience to keep a secret for long which is why I already have pictures of our new addition up on our blog =) Gin

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  9. Wife of the Pres. says

    March 7, 2009 at 12:33 AM

    I have no earthly idea! I am with MoM; you are not being *nice* to us! And I am not AS OLD as MoM but still … whassup with all the mysteries?!? :)))

    Oh and sorry about your tooth. That sounds painful!

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  10. JD says

    March 7, 2009 at 12:58 AM

    Pioneer woman? (the bold letters)… except I have no idea who that is, LOL! I’m just excited that you’re excited!

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  11. Michelle says

    March 7, 2009 at 1:13 AM

    Oh, how fun is that?!? I am a big fan of hers, but I must say not for the cooking part. I wish I were as obsessed with my culinary skills as I were photography. I really should start checking out that part of her site.

    Have fun!!

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  12. Jenna says

    March 7, 2009 at 1:42 AM

    That’s SO exciting for you…..but you’ll have to fill me on on who pioneer woman is….I have no clue! 🙂 I hope it is everything you expect it to be!

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  13. Daisy Dreams says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:10 AM

    You lucky duck!!! I entered the other contest she was having (for the camera) since I don’t live within driving distance. I can’t wait to see your blog post about your trip there!

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  14. Colleen says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:17 AM

    Paula Dean??? Rachel Ray????? Giada??? did I get it…did I win??? Does that mean I won so I get to go with you since you won too???

    OK spill who is it.

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  15. meggie (: says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:30 AM

    Congrats on your win!

    I was wondering if you minded me adding you to my favorite blogs? I’ve really enjoyed reading it.

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  16. Aimee says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:35 AM

    I was chosen to go see Paula Deen IN April 08. It was awesome. I sat right behind her and was on national TV for an hour! But, not at her house!!!

    I wonder…….

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  17. Sherri says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:43 AM

    I’m guessing Paula Deen because that’s who I would want to hang with.

    or

    THE NAKED CHEF

    hahahaha

    sherri

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  18. Our 7 Blessings from God says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:46 AM

    It would have to be THE Pioneer Woman!!! How exciting!!!

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  19. Andrea says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:51 AM

    So I am votin' Ree, Paula Dean, Martha Stewart OR That Kate Chick from John & Kate plus 8.

    Does anyone else cook?????

    Andrea

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  20. -Sheri says

    March 7, 2009 at 3:01 AM

    Well you defintely wouldn't want it to be Kate from Jon&kate+8. She might make you move behind the island. But since you told us it is Pioneer Woman, I guess you are really happy! You deserve it!

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  21. bytheriver says

    March 7, 2009 at 3:09 AM

    rachel ray

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  22. Kristin says

    March 7, 2009 at 3:11 AM

    I have no earthly idea. I rarely watch TV anymore! Who is Pioneer Woman? Boy do I need to get caught up!!

    In any case, CONGRATS on your win! You deserve it after all you’d done for everyone else. Looking forward to reading all about it. 🙂

    Sorry about your tooth though. Not fun. Not fun at all.

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  23. tiffany says

    March 7, 2009 at 3:17 AM

    Oh my gosh! You get to meet PW!

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  24. Happy Campers says

    March 7, 2009 at 3:21 AM

    HOW FUN!!! I love PW!!!

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  25. Team Houston says

    March 7, 2009 at 3:35 AM

    Steven Curtis Chapman?

    xoxo Michele

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  26. Debby says

    March 7, 2009 at 3:48 AM

    I’m sure Pioneer Woman is correct, but I have no idea who she is…lol!!!

    Congrats on your win. You sound over the moon about it. Can’t wait to read all about it on Tue.

    Reply
  27. sara says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:04 AM

    I want to know HOW this chick home schools, looks cute, cooks, cleans, the whole nine yards. I barely get my teeth brushed ONCE a day, seriously. Well, and yeah, she is a great photographer. How, I ask? How???

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  28. Cate says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:15 AM

    Pioneer Woman, you bum! Jealous, jealous, jealous.

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  29. Terri says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:16 AM

    I am so jealous. When I read her post today and there are only like 4 of you!! I was so thinking this would be quite the opportunity. We expect to hear all about it. everything!

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  30. Table for Six says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:29 AM

    I am thinking Food Network (is there any other channel??)hhmmm
    my first guess is Rachel Ray.. but looking at the other post.. I suppose I am going to go with Pioneer Woman! hahahah

    Sheri- your comment was hilarious! and true :O)

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  31. Jen says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:36 AM

    No WAY! You won the PW cake pop bonanza? That is so cool. If I didn’t live in Ohio, I would have entered.

    We’ll want a full report!

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  32. M3 says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:38 AM

    You chipped your tooth?!!! Ok, that is some big excitement. Who could it be?

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  33. BevS97 says

    March 7, 2009 at 10:18 AM

    pioneer woman??

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  34. One Happy Momma says

    March 7, 2009 at 1:14 PM

    I was going to guess Rachel Ray?

    Congratulations on winning!

    Can’t wait to find out who it is. 🙂

    Blessings-

    Cathy

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  35. Dita says

    March 7, 2009 at 1:31 PM

    oh no….just when I thought I was going to have a relaxing weekend and you are keeping me on pins and needles again….FOR SHAME, GIRL!!

    Ante up THIS MINUTE!

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  36. Mommy says

    March 7, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    Ummmm…DID YOU WIN THE PW CONTEST???? I WANTED TO WIN TOOOOO!!!!!!!! SUE ME–I’M JEALOUS!!!! TAKE LOTS O PICS!!!

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  37. Carolin says

    March 7, 2009 at 1:42 PM

    oh man, did you win the PW thing? NO WAY!!!! She is just hilarious, I can’t imagine getting to hang out in her kitchen!

    Talk up adoption to her … did you read when her husband and daughters went on the mission trip? Just that one picture of her husband and the little girl (I think it was taken in a church maybe) … just made me wonder if they would ever consider adoption.

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  38. The Oswalds says

    March 7, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    Rachael Ray?

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  39. Kay Bratt says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:03 PM

    I don’t know but don’t leave us hanging! If is it Pioneer Woman, who is she?!

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  40. Burns Brood says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    I knew it was pioneer woman because I thought of entering too but I have to work. Then I went back to your post and saw your clever way of putting the answer in your post! Very cool and have fun!

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  41. Amy Woods says

    March 7, 2009 at 2:38 PM

    Rachael Ray was my first guess. But I see all of these people thinking its Paula Dean and that would totally rock too!!!

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  42. Sally- That Girl! says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    Since my kitchen is being torn out right now, that would not be a good guess so I guess that Southern Cooking Gal.

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  43. Lisa says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    You’re just too clever and creative for us! Who is Pioneer Woman? I guess I need to watch more cooking shows. Congratulations!

    And please be careful with those oh so dangerous, tooth chipping coffee cups!

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  44. Anonymous says

    March 7, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    thepioneerwoman.com

    If you’ve never met Ree, check it out.

    Reply
  45. Patricia/NYC says

    March 7, 2009 at 10:17 PM

    Ooooh, you clever girl, you! Love how you spelled out the answer in your post by bolding the letters!!

    wow…what a contest & what a prize!! Looking forward to hearing ALL about it!!

    HAVE FUN!!

    Reply

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