OWOH Give- Away "Magical Blog Ride"

Welcome to the OWOH 2010 Magical Blog Ride it is a wonderful idea created by

 "A Whimsical Bohemian" blog.  I'm very excited to be a part of this event!

OWOH began as a way to connect bloggers around the world whose paths might not otherwise cross. According to our OWOH creator and host Lisa Swifka, this event "transcends geographical location,      socio economics, political affiliation, and religious beliefs." The event has grown by leaps and bounds since its inception in 2007. Last year, bloggers from 28 countries participated in the event!

One of the things that makes this event so special is that each participant offers visitors a chance to win a gift that they have chosen from their heart. After much thought, I decided to offer my visitors the opportunity to win a beautiful pair of my "Heart Earrings" from my PBD collection.

All you have to do is leave a comment and become a follower of this blog. And be sure to include your name and a way to contact you- either through your blog, email, or both!

Leave your comments by

 February 14th, 12 midnight PST.

One entry per person please! I will announce the winner on Sunday, February 15th, 2010...

Be sure to leave your comments! :)

I wanted to tell a little story on hearts where it all started and how it became a symbol of love. So I finally got my answer here and wanted to share it with you!!

The evocative two-lobed heart shape was used by early hunters living in Europe before the last ice age, and it is believed to have symbolized the vital organ that sustains life by pumping blood through and around a living organism.

In the Middle Ages, the heart sign was associated with signs for union, togetherness, fire, and flight. More recently, in Sweden, the symbol was used to denote a coed toilet. On an ancient Greek amphora, hearts represented leaves on Dionysus' wreath, although later, the heart's association with Eros, god of sexual love, and Cupid, his Roman counterpart, prevailed. Apparently Aztecs, Hindus, Buddhists, Muslims, Jews, Celts, and Taoists all use this fortuitous symbol.

When searched further the findings from a site Thinkquest called The Interactive Heart explores the cultural significance of the heart in ancient civilizations and contemporary culture -- and describes the long-standing perception of the heart as the seat of human emotion.

Here's a poem, submitted by Ruth Porter:

Poems from the heart,

may be pretty smart,

but all this lovey-dovey,

makes me fairly tart.

For me I just like the shape ad color of the heart and link it to love, giving, and friendships....  :)

I look forward to meeting new friends

and I hope you enjoy my blog!

Be sure to leave your comments! :)

Happy Magical Blog Riding!