8:30 p.m.

It's 8:30! Ethan's in bed and it's officially NIGHTTIME around here. These are the tricky hours about to start -- or I'm just old. I have giveaways lined up every couple of hours until the end of Blogathon tomorrow morning and I am so excited to keep the raffling going! The worst part about Blogathon is that not everyone wins, but I guess that's not entirely true. We've raised just under $1,000 so far to provide the gift of breath to those in need and that is totally what counts. Not to get all broken record, but I am so touched and honored to have all of the support I've had this year! Between the amount raised for Global Links and the prizes donated -- you're all awesome! We'll definitely be able to "breathe hope" (see what I did there?) into the lives of those who need it, and that makes it all worth it. Even the exhaustion I'm sure I'll be feeling in a couple hours. ;)

Until then, welcome nighttime -- I'm ready for you! Armed with lots of caffeine, but ready for you nonetheless.