All Posts Tagged With: "contest"

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Discovering Dad Pledge to Vote

As a dad, it is important to me that I role model civic responsibility to my kids, and the first and most important way that I do that is by exercising my right to vote. The second way I do this is by getting informed and understanding the issues and candidates positions on them. The third way I do this is by getting involved.

23Oct2008 | Jeremy | 22 comments | Continued
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The Winner - The Look Photo Contest for Parents

After a fun weekend of voting, there is a clear winner of “The Look” photo contest for parents! The winner will be crowned the Master of Optical Discipline, before whom all parents should bow with reverence. A total of 103 votes were received, and the winner with 45 votes is…..

4Aug2008 | Jeremy | 11 comments | Continued
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Discovering Dad July Contest Winners

Discovering Dad didn’t win Blogging Idol - a contest aimed at increasing blog’s subscriber count. We did increase the number of subscribers by 33% though, largely due to the great efforts of friends spreading the word about the site. Read more to see who the July contest winners were at Discovering Dad.

2Aug2008 | Jeremy | 3 comments | Continued
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Voting Time - The Look Photo Contest for Parents

The entries are in and now we get to see which parent has the best “Look” that will stop kids cold in their tracks. In the contest announcement, I said I was looking for the “sensei with the eyes of steel; the master of optical discipline; the parent with the most intimidating look on the planet.” Time to VOTE!

1Aug2008 | Jeremy | 89 comments | Continued
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The Look - A Photo Contest for Parents

There is a tactic used by parents that has existed since the dawn of time.  For those who have perfected it, one might call it a super power of sorts, capable of stopping kids cold in their tracks.  It’s one of those skills that strikes fear in the hearts of little ones gone astray, yet [...]

27Jul2008 | Jeremy | 19 comments | Continued
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You Are My Idol - Week 3 Winner and Blogging Idol Update

What a difference a week can make. After hitting a new high of 309 subscribers last week, then sinking to a low of 274 subscribers by week’s end, I am very excited that the count has risen back up to a respectable 340 subscribers as of today. Thanks to your outstanding support, Discovering Dad is turning in a respectable performance in the Blogging Idol competition hosted at Daily Blog Tips.

25Jul2008 | Jeremy | 5 comments | Continued
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July Contest Update and Weekly Winner

I’m excited to announce that new sponsors are continuing to come on board for the July Discovering Dad Subscription contest.  Entering yourself in the contest is as easy as subscribing to get updates on new articles via RSS or e-mail.  Random subscribers will be selected for weekly prizes.  If you own a blog or website, [...]

11Jul2008 | Jeremy | 8 comments | Continued
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Discovering Dad on Blogging Idol

Every once in a while I like to participate in events that challenge me.  You know, something to motivate me to do things differently, examine alternative points of view and think about new ways to learn and grow.  Some people like to take a class; others sign-up for karate or break dancing lessons.  Me, I [...]

5Jul2008 | Jeremy | 17 comments | Continued
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Celebrate Dads - Father’s Day Contest Winners

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Celebrate Dads - Father’s Day Contest here at Discovering Dad. I received over 60 entries between posts written and new subscribers to the site, and I really appreciate each one of you taking the time to participate.
Five winners each win a full set of all 11 books shown [...]

23Jun2008 | Jeremy | 5 comments | Continued
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Celebrate Dads - Father’s Day Contest

This Father’s Day, I am celebrating by having a Celebrate Dads contest, in which 5 people will win a full set of all 11 books shown below specifically selected for dads, courtesy of Hachette Book Group USA.

There are 2 Easy Ways to Enter, and you CAN enter more than once:
1. Write a blog post [...]

15Jun2008 | Jeremy | 0 comments | Continued
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Father’s Day Contest - Celebrate Dads

This Sunday, June 15, 2008, is Father’s Day. It’s hard to believe I’ve been a dad for almost 16 years now. Spending time with my kids and family is one of the most rewarding things in my life. I consider myself fortunate to have three wonderful kids and a loving wife.
I also consider [...]

8Jun2008 | Jeremy | 0 comments | Continued
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Bringing Out the Kid in You - Contest Winners!

I’m happy to announce the winners of the Bringing Out the Kid in You contest hosted by Discovering Dad and sponsored by Nestle Crunch.
Top Prize = Nintendo Wii Game System!!!

Winner = Chuck from D is for Dad who wrote The child in me

Second Prize = Nestle Crunch Pinata
Winner = Andrea from Little Bald Doctors who [...]

1Jun2008 | Jeremy | 0 comments | Continued
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Win a Nintendo Wii - Bringing Out the Kid in You Contest - Last Day

Sunday, May 25, 2008 is the final day to submit an entry for the Discovering Dad
Bringing Out the Kid in You Contest

sponsored by Nestle Crunch

Click here for contest entry details!
Top Prize is a Nintendo Wii game system!!!
Winners will be announced on Monday, June 2, 2008.
Don’t miss out on your chance to win a Wii!!!

24May2008 | Jeremy | 0 comments | Continued
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Bringing Out the Kid in You - Contest Announcement

One of the things I love most about my kids is that they tend to bring out the kid in me. I love to wrestle, joke and tease with my kids, and it always makes me feel younger to spend time playing with them.
As many of you know, my wife and I are about [...]

18May2008 | Jeremy | 0 comments | Continued