Friday, July 30, 2010

Three Things Plus 10


1) One of my all time favorite blogs, Moments of Perfect Clarity, is featuring an interview series asking bloggers 10 questions about themselves-- Today it's my turn! Please pop over and check it out. While you're there, spend some time looking around Julochka's blog. It's absolutely gorgeous. And please tell her Joanna sent you.

2) Don't forget to enter my Giveaway by leaving a comment below on this post. And Click HERE for details and more chances to win an $80 CSN Gift Certificate. Giveaway ends August 4th at midnight, Pacific Time.

3) This is one of the sweetest and most beautiful renditions of Amazing Grace I've heard in a long time. It's by a 7 year old girl from Texas.


Happy weekend everyone.
Welcome to www.TheFiftyFactor.com - Joanna Jenkins
Photo Credit © Dana S. Rothstein - Fotolia.com
Posted by Joanna Jenkins at 9:40 AM
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55 comments:

  1. TammyJuly 30, 2010 at 9:57 AM

    Great Interview Joanna!! I love your blog and it was fun getting to know you better through the interview.

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  2. MariJuly 30, 2010 at 10:10 AM

    I'll go check out the interview.
    That little girl is so talented!

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  3. Kristina P.July 30, 2010 at 10:17 AM

    She is amazing! have a great weekend!

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  4. PseudoJuly 30, 2010 at 10:27 AM

    Oh good Lord that little girl gave me chicken skin. And how about those two front teeth missing? How cute is that?

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  5. JeanieJuly 30, 2010 at 10:27 AM

    It was was fun learning new things abut you in the interview, Joanna, and thanks for pointing out a great blog.

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  6. ShugJuly 30, 2010 at 10:33 AM

    Good interview. My first time to visit your blog...Very good!

    I heard the little girl sing Amazing Grace, last night...Beautiful..

    Shug
    Confessions of a Razzle-Dazzle Housewife

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  7. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)July 30, 2010 at 10:37 AM

    What an amazin' voice from that little doll! Just precious :o)

    I'm off to visit Moments...

    Have a fantastically blessed weekend sweetie!

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  8. UnknownJuly 30, 2010 at 11:12 AM

    Amazing Grace is my favourite.
    Had it played while I walked down the aisle.

    I'm afraid to watch. I'll be a puddle....

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  9. DarylJuly 30, 2010 at 11:15 AM

    Good interview!!!

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  10. RebeccaJuly 30, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    That seven year old from Texas is really making her rounds. She ended up on my facebook a couple of days ago!

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  11. TracieJuly 30, 2010 at 11:39 AM

    She's a cutie! What a talent!

    Hope you have a great weekend!

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  12. lisahgoldenJuly 30, 2010 at 12:16 PM

    The interview was fun! I love learning little bits about the people I read!

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  13. Claudya MartinezJuly 30, 2010 at 12:21 PM

    I'm off to check out the interview.

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  14. Brian MillerJuly 30, 2010 at 12:37 PM

    oh that little girl is amazing...
    off to check you out...

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  15. HollyJuly 30, 2010 at 12:37 PM

    I'll be lurking at you over yonder. I am struck at the fact that this little voice of God has no front teeth, and yet, in that perfection she becomes more perfect, more dear, more real.

    I often wonder what it is about the Tune, Amazing Grace that charms and calms us all. I've never heard anyone say they didn't like it; I have heard those say they wish they didn't hear it because it made them sad remembering some loss. But, no one has ever said they don't like it.

    While I watch that small child of God with her missing teeth and pure sound, I believe I know now. That song, that simple song, lets us all hear that when we turn our voices to the Light, we all can sound like angels no matter our earthly imperfections.

    I love you.

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  16. AnonymousJuly 30, 2010 at 12:47 PM

    Loved the interview! Thanks for letting us know about it. You've got the best answers and you probably don't even have to think about it!~ ME??? I'd have to really think on some of those!

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  17. Scented LeafJuly 30, 2010 at 2:43 PM

    Thanks for telling us about this angelic voice!

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  18. UnknownJuly 30, 2010 at 2:47 PM

    wow! that was beautiful. What a lovely young talent! Gotta go check out the interview!

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  19. sheilaJuly 30, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    I absolutely cannot watch the video...the mere mention of that song has me in tears. Always does it to me. I'll take your word that it's beautiful though!

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  20. SE'LAH...July 30, 2010 at 3:14 PM

    I so love julochka too...she was my pen pal in the first *gift of jewels* project.

    thanks so much for all your visits and kind comments. I'm glad I finally got a moment to stop in and say HI!

    one love.

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  21. MikeJuly 30, 2010 at 3:38 PM

    That singing was UN BELIEVABLE!!!!

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  22. Green-Eyed MomsterJuly 30, 2010 at 4:14 PM

    Absolutely AMAZING!!

    I'll check out the interview...

    Thanks for all of your comments and continued support even though I don't visit you as much I want to. I'm working 36 hours a week now. Life is good but very busy.

    Hugs and love,
    T

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  23. noexcusesJuly 30, 2010 at 5:39 PM

    Fun interview! I'm right there with you and the chocolate chip cookies AND cold milk!

    Thanks for introducing me to another wonderful blog!

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  24. KathyJuly 30, 2010 at 6:19 PM

    Heading over to check out the 10 questions. Have a great weekend.

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  25. BernieJuly 30, 2010 at 7:08 PM

    This little girl singing has me in goosebumps, what a pure voice. I am now going over to pop over and read your interview.....:-) Hugs

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  26. mrs mediocrityJuly 30, 2010 at 7:37 PM

    Just found you through julochka's place...I am featured there today.
    Love your place here, and yes, I brought chocolate, extra extra dark chocolate...

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  27. AlisonJuly 30, 2010 at 7:38 PM

    Good Lord, I get goosebumps when I hear that song anyway! Now I gotta go put on a sweater... :-)

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  28. AnonymousJuly 30, 2010 at 8:08 PM

    oh my goodness...I just posted this video on my FB page!

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  29. Ms. Bake-itJuly 30, 2010 at 9:13 PM

    Oh my word! She is awesome! Amazing Grace is my all time favorite song. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Now I am going to listen to it one more time then go check out your interview.

    Have an absolutely fantastic weekend!

    ~ Tracy

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  30. Loui♥July 30, 2010 at 10:05 PM

    Hi Joanna..
    heading over to check out your interview!
    warm sandy hugs..
    Loui♥

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  31. AnonymousJuly 30, 2010 at 11:59 PM

    What a wonderful voice that girl has!

    Have a great weekend.

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  32. CiCiJuly 31, 2010 at 4:30 AM

    You turned us on to two great things in the post; Moments of Perfect Clarity and Rhema Marvanne. I read your interview and like your answers. We have such similar tastes. And I have been spending time going through the videos of Rhema. Hubby started listening with me and we are in awe of the life this little girl has already lived and how she must be loved here and in heaven. Of course she has a future in music awaiting her probably like Whitney Houston, but maybe she will be willing to be led to wiser choices. Thank you for the wonderful recommendation. Hugs to you, Joanna.

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  33. AnonymousJuly 31, 2010 at 4:31 AM

    That little girl is so cute. She's amazing. Will be checking out your interview now.
    Smiles...

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  34. AnonymousJuly 31, 2010 at 6:11 AM

    Loved the interview too -- so good to catch up with you and learn new things about you! And wow, here's a fun coincidence about the adorable little girl singing "Amazing Grace" in the video clip: I was working as an extra in a film last week, "Machine Gun Preacher", and this talented young lady was brought in to sing in it. Amazing, yes!

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  35. DebbieJuly 31, 2010 at 6:34 AM

    That little girl is incredible! Such a perfect voice.

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  36. People Who Know Me Would Say:July 31, 2010 at 6:51 AM

    I'll be checking out the interview. Amazing Grace is one of my favorite songs and her rendition is precious.

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  37. gayleJuly 31, 2010 at 6:54 AM

    I loved reading your answers!! It is so nice to learn more about you!!

    Wish I could sing!

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  38. http://howtobecomeacatladywithoutthecats.blogspot.comJuly 31, 2010 at 9:22 AM

    What a lovely rendition of Amazing Grace. Thanks, Joanna, for sharing that, along with your interview with Julochka!

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  39. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaJuly 31, 2010 at 9:35 AM

    Thanks for your visit, love your blog! I can't believe that little girls voice, it's gorgeous! It is on of my grandfathers favorite songs, when we visit his grave we always sing it for him. This put a big smile on my face
    Thank you!

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  40. secret agent womanJuly 31, 2010 at 11:28 AM

    Enjoyed the interview. Glad to see you wouldn't "necessarily" rescue your laptop before your husband.

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  41. Sarah SullivanJuly 31, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    What a great interview..wonderful questions..so much fun to get to know a different side of you :) I am with you ...anything with gravy..especially potatoes!!
    Hugs, Sarah

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  42. SueannJuly 31, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    She is amazing!! Off to check out your interview!
    Hugs
    SueAnn

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  43. CloudiaJuly 31, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    happy weekend!







    Aloha from Waikiki

    Comfort Spiral

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  44. JoyJuly 31, 2010 at 2:13 PM

    What a beautiful singer. I needed to hear that. I'm grieving right now. We lost Libby this morning. It was one of the hardest things I've ever done.
    ♥ Joy

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  45. Chris HJuly 31, 2010 at 3:35 PM

    One of my most favorite songs ever... and as you said... a beautiful renditon. What a gorgeous wee girl.

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  46. Big PissyJuly 31, 2010 at 8:24 PM

    Yes, what Chris said!!!

    and thanks for sharing the song with us. :)

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  47. Marilyn *Pink Martinis and Pearls*August 1, 2010 at 1:08 PM

    How fun to read your answers. Having summered all my life in a 200 year-old farm house on 210 acres only to have sold it shortly after I was married, I understand your longing. It's a dream I have to return to that way of living too if only for my summers. :) xoxo

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  48. Liz MaysAugust 1, 2010 at 4:22 PM

    I heard that little girl's video last week on a blog and I just saw there through the entire thing in awe. She's just spectacular.

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  49. VM Sehy PhotographyAugust 1, 2010 at 7:25 PM

    Awesome version of Amazing Grace. What a powerful voice for a seven year old. Thanks for sharing. I love that song and plan to have it sung at my memorial. (Many years from now.)

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  50. willAugust 1, 2010 at 8:41 PM

    Yeah, Julie's pretty cool. And now, after my "interview" I need to a pry bar to remove my tongue from my cheek.

    Thanks for the drop-by.

    Bill

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  51. UnknownAugust 2, 2010 at 3:18 PM

    I love her voice..and those church pews. Just like the ones I grew up on..and thankfully don't have to sit on any longer.

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  52. Mrs4444August 2, 2010 at 7:42 PM

    That little voice was so beautiful! Of to read the interview!

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  53. DGAugust 3, 2010 at 10:21 PM

    what an amazing voice the little girl has! I am always shocked when kids sing so well but I really shouldn't be.

    dreamzz12{at}aol{dot}com

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  54. JanelleAugust 4, 2010 at 12:01 AM

    What a voice! Sure would love to win the giveaway.
    Best wishes.
    Chanticlear1@gmail.com

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  55. MarlaAugust 18, 2010 at 7:44 PM

    So sweet! Going to check it out...

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