12-Year Blogiversary! Celebrate with a $50 Amazon eGift Card Giveaway

12-Year Blogiversary! Celebrate with a $50 Amazon eGift Card Giveaway | City of Creative Dreams

12 years and an Amazon eGift Card Giveaway! Can you believe it? I honestly can’t. When I hit “publish” on my very first blog post all those years ago, I had no idea where this journey would take me. I was simply a single mom with a newborn and a deep passion for organizing and creating spaces that truly felt like home. I didn’t know if anyone would read my words or care about my tips, but I knew I had to share them. And now—12 years later—we are celebrating together.

This milestone isn’t just about me; it’s about you. You’ve been with me through seasons of change, new projects, experiments, and growth. You’ve trusted me with your homes, your struggles, and your stories. Also, you’ve shown up, and that means the world to me. So today, not only are we celebrating 12 years of blogging, but I’m also giving you a chance to enter a $50 Amazon eGift Card giveaway as my way of saying thank you.

 

What’s Changed (and What Hasn’t)

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So much has shifted since those early posts. My son has grown (he is 12 years old, going to grade 8). My family has evolved (celebrated my 3-year wedding anniversary to my high school sweetheart), and my business has stretched in ways I never imagined (Inspired by Organizing & new digital printable store). I’ve spoken at summits, made 28 videos for my Easy 28-Day Declutter Challenge and created resources that go beyond the “pretty Pinterest pictures” to tackle the heart of what keeps us stuck.
But some things haven’t changed. I’m still the same woman who believes you don’t need a picture-perfect home to feel proud of it. I still know that small steps make the biggest difference. And I still want to walk alongside you in this journey—not above you, not ahead of you, but right beside you.
People sometimes ask me, “How do you keep going after all these years?” And my answer is always the same: because of you. Blogging hasn’t always been easy. There were times I doubted myself, times I wondered if my words mattered, and times I felt overwhelmed trying to balance everything.
But every single comment, email, and message reminded me that what we’re building here is more than a blog. It’s a community. It’s a reminder that we don’t have to figure it all out alone. That’s why I keep showing up. That’s why 12 years later, I still love hitting “publish.”

A Thank You Gift for You! ($50 Amazon E-Gift Card Giveaway)

12-Year Blogiversary! Celebrate with a $50 Amazon eGift Card Giveaway | City of Creative Dreams
To celebrate 12 years of blogging, I want to give one lucky reader a $50 Amazon eGift Card. Why Amazon? Because I know it’s one of those places where you can always find exactly what you need—whether it’s for your home, your family, or maybe even a little something just for yourself.
This giveaway is my way of saying thank you for every click, every share, every kind word, and every ounce of support you’ve given me over the years. Entering the giveaway is simple:
  • The giveaway will run for two weeks, so make sure you enter before the deadline.
  • Ensure that you read the mandatory items to enter (I will be checking).
  • The winner will be chosen at random and announced right here on the blog, so keep an eye out!


Here’s how you can enter:

*PRIZE* – $50 Amazon eGift Card (Value $50)

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Rules: Use the Rafflecopter form to enter daily. The giveaway ends on September/15 /2025, and is open to US & Canadian residents. The winner will be notified via email.
 

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You will not want to miss this! I have all the giveaways present and past right here. So, if you have a sweet tooth for giveaways and the hope of winning something pretty awesome, then you are in the right place. Be sure to check this page often to see what new giveaways I have open for you!

 

Final Thoughts

Twelve years ago, I was juggling motherhood, being an older sister to my younger siblings and the everyday chaos that comes with helping to run a household. I never would have guessed I’d be writing this post. But here we are. And the best part? We’re just getting started. As I celebrate this milestone, I have so many exciting projects and ideas brewing— fresh organizing content, and even more ways to help you simplify and thrive.

But more than that, I want this space to continue being a reflection of what you need most. So I’d love to hear from you. What topics would help you right now? Tell me. What challenges are you facing in your home or routines? What goals are you chasing that you’d love support with?

Your feedback helps me shape the future of this blog, and I can’t wait to create resources that speak directly to your heart.

So, thank you—for reading, for believing, and for being here. You are the reason this blog exists. You are the reason I keep writing. Here’s to 12 years behind us, and many more ahead. Don’t forget to enter the $50 Amazon eGift Card giveaway! I can’t wait to celebrate with you.

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6 Replies to “12-Year Blogiversary! Celebrate with a $50 Amazon eGift Card Giveaway”

  1. Thank you for the giveaway opportunity

    1. Shanice Bannis says: Reply

      Your welcome!

  2. Happy blogiversary!!

    1. Shanice Bannis says: Reply

      Thank you so much, Kim!

  3. Congratulations on your incredible milestone! 🎉 I am following you everywhere I can. Unfortunately I haven’t been able to follow anyone on TikTok this year (get no response from them).

    1. Shanice Bannis says: Reply

      Thank you so much Nancy! I appreciate it. No worries about TikTok, I completely understand.

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