Show Me How!
I recently had the opportunity to review a book called “Show Me How: 500 Things You Should Know - Instructions for Life from the Ordinary to the Exotic”. Once you get past the long title (phew!) you will fall in love with this book. It includes things like how to identify the different men’s styles of facial hair, which wines should be paired with what foods, how to get out of quicksand, how to identify edible plants, and how to remove gum from a child’s hair. Granted, some of the things your will hopefully never need to use (quicksand? Woah.) but that is what makes it fun to read.
Check out some of these shots of the pages of the book and you will see what I’m talking about. It’s absolutely gorgeous! (You know, um, as far as books go!)
Here is one page on how to make your own Snow Globe! (Hmm, this might be a project for the near future!)
Here is a page that shows how to do some other easy Holiday Projects.
Here is one of the pages on Champagne/Wine and food pairings.
See what I mean? It truly is a gorgeous book. Talk about the perfect coffee table book! Anything you ever wanted to know - including useless trivia that will wow your friends — is in this book! This would make a great Christmas gift for that hard-to-buy-for person in your life!
Harper Collins has graciously offered to give two very lucky Chic Shopper Chick readers their very own chance to know how do do all 500 things — that’s right — you can win a copy of Show Me How
- Leave a comment here telling me about something you’ve always wanted to know about, know how to do, or learn more about!
- Earn extra credit! You may do these for extra entries.
- Follow me on Twitter. Tell me about it in a separate comment.
- Blog about this giveaway and link back here. Tell me about it in a separate comment.
- Subscribe to my RSS feed via email or in a reader and tell me about it in a separate comment.
- Stumble my main webpage (www.chicshopperchick.com) and leave me your Stumble Upon name in a separate comment.
- Add me to your blog roll. Not just my button in your sidebar, I’d love to be on your blog roll! Let me know about it in a separate comment!
That’s it! Good luck! Oh, and the official rules and legal jargon are below.
US entries only, winner will be chosen via random.org at the end of the contest. Winners are posted here and on Prizey Fetch, please leave a valid email address or blog address if you’d like to be contacted should you win. Winner has 72 hours to claim their prize. This contest ends at 11:59 pm CST on December 3rd, 2008.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
I have always wanted to learn how to sew.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 2:43 pm
I have always wanted to know how to make a cloth into a swan like they do at the fancy restaurants
Nov 25th, 2008 at 2:50 pm
I’ve wanted to learn how to knit or crochet. I tried once and failed, and want to try again.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 3:30 pm
I’d like to learn how to use a sewing machine.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 3:32 pm
I subscribe to your RSS feed.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
You are on my blog roll.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 3:47 pm
What wouldn’t I like to learn how to do?? I would like to be more crafty in general
Nov 25th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
There are so many things I need to learn but right now I’d like to know how to prune rose bushes.
Thanks for the contest. Best wishes to you and all other entrants for a happy Thanksgiving.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 4:41 pm
I’d like to learn how to get my gumption back so I can be self employed again :o)
Nov 25th, 2008 at 4:51 pm
I’ve wanted to learn how to crochet. I see all these wonderful crochet items on Etsy.com and wish I could make them too.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 5:24 pm
I absolutely love books that can teach me how to do handy little crafts that I see. This would be excellent for table decorations or gifts. Thanks for the chance to win such a great prize
Nov 25th, 2008 at 6:10 pm
how to invest successfully
Nov 25th, 2008 at 6:37 pm
I want to learn to be a soap maker!
quitecontrary1977@hotmail.com
Nov 25th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
I would like to know how to knit, and make a website, and organize digital photos.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 6:43 pm
i want to learn to play the guitar
Nov 25th, 2008 at 6:48 pm
i want to learn to knit!
Nov 25th, 2008 at 7:56 pm
I always wanted to learn how to play the piano, or at least the basics.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 8:01 pm
I would like to learn how to ballroom dance.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 8:04 pm
I’d love to learn how to paint like an artist. Thanks so much for this giveaway. This book sounds really interesting and fun.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 8:15 pm
I have always wanted to learn how to change my own oil. I just recently learned how to change a flat tire and that is next on my list.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 8:15 pm
I am following you on twitter.
username: wordsmoveme
Nov 25th, 2008 at 8:16 pm
I am a subscriber
Nov 25th, 2008 at 8:17 pm
Thumbs up on stumble!
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Nov 25th, 2008 at 9:02 pm
I would like to learn how to quill.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 9:03 pm
always wanted to learn how to draw
Nov 25th, 2008 at 9:38 pm
would love to learn how to make a bed properly- well fold the sheet, fold a shirt the fast way…
hmm knit..
chose the right wine to go with dinner ..we all can stand to learn something new in life- thats what life is about experiencing and learning each day
Nov 25th, 2008 at 9:38 pm
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Nov 25th, 2008 at 9:41 pm
I’d like to learn to knit, and how to change a light fixture
Nov 25th, 2008 at 10:08 pm
I would like to know how to quilt.
Nov 25th, 2008 at 11:12 pm
Very nice!!!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:37 am
i want to learn how to bake! i am so oven challenged. i’ve tried to bake but i am always not satisfied with the outcome…
Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:38 am
i have subscribed to your feed thru googe reader
Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:42 am
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:43 am
I really want to learn how to knit, make perfect pies, sew cute lil baby clothes,there are soooo many things. Thanks for the contest.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:43 am
i blogged this giveaway
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:44 am
I follow you on twitter…
Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:45 am
I am a subscriber.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:46 am
I am adding you to m y blog roll tonight..but also have your button ..:)
Nov 26th, 2008 at 1:10 am
I always wanted to know how to make real doll dresses. You know, well cut and cute. Not the rubbish I used to make.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 1:12 am
I am an email subscriber.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 1:13 am
I gave you thumbs up: mary_freebies.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 1:38 am
I’ve always wanted to know how to prepare lobster from fresh. I am a lobster lover (taste) and it’t too pricey to eat ouy. I sometimes treatmyself to Lobster Ravioli bought in the fresh pasta aisle, thats about it.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 1:38 am
I am a subscriber via email, thanks so much.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 1:57 am
I’d like to learn to play the piano.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 1:59 am
I subscribed to your feed!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 3:09 am
I’ve always wanted to know about Tantric Techniques for love making
Nov 26th, 2008 at 5:14 am
I have always wanted to learn how to knit. My great-greandmother, mother and mother-in-law were fabulous knitters and made the most beautiful things, many of which I still own and cherish. I don’t know how to knit at all and I would love for someone to show me how.
I have seen this book on the ‘net and have always wondered about it. Thanks for the review.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 5:15 am
I am an e-mail subscriber to your blog.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 5:16 am
You are already on my blog roll (shescribes “dot” com - towards the bottom)
Nov 26th, 2008 at 5:37 am
Tie a tie properly.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 7:01 am
Maintain my car. Also, make sushi. And knit!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 8:07 am
This book looks so fun. There are so many things I would like to know how to do or improve on. As of today I am really wanting to learn how to oil paint! I love acrylics but I just haven’t gotten the nerve to attempt oils.
Mama Snow
Nov 26th, 2008 at 8:14 am
I would love to be able to use a sewing machine.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 8:16 am
I would like to learn how to knit.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 8:46 am
I have always wanted to know how to make a ship in a bottle. And..everything else in that book. It looks so cool!
Thanks
Nov 26th, 2008 at 8:47 am
I’ve always wanted to learn how to preserve and can food.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 8:48 am
I have always wanted to learn how to sew. Out of three girls, I’m the one who can’t…LOL!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 8:53 am
I’m gonna be dead before I learn about everything I’d like to know!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 9:21 am
I always wanted to learn how to do oragami. It has always fascinated me. LOL
Nov 26th, 2008 at 9:22 am
I am already a subscriber to your feed.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:00 am
I’d love to learn how to make dandilion wine
Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:07 am
I have always wanted to try paragliding!
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:08 am
I’m a subscriber!
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:16 am
I’ve always wanted to know how or learn how to own my own sports bar.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:21 am
I’d like ideas on folding napkins in different ways, thanks!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:21 am
I’m a subscriber, thanks!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:22 am
You are on my blogroll, thanks
Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:26 am
I’d love to be able to make my own skirts.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:32 am
I want to learn how to blog.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 10:53 am
I want to learn how to quilt.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 11:03 am
I’d like to learn how to sell my jewelry online!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 11:48 am
Always wanted to bring my cooking skills on par with my Grandmas!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 12:32 pm
I want to play boogie woogie piano!!!!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 2:19 pm
I would love to learn how to tat. I was taught as a child and now I wish I had kept it up.
thanks for sharing
ceashark at aol dot com
sounds like a fun and interesting book
Nov 26th, 2008 at 2:20 pm
I am subscribed.
thanks
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 2:36 pm
i want to know how to hunt!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
i want to win
Nov 26th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
I would like to lern how to cook
Nov 26th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
I want to learn how to fold towels, napkins into animals and shapes.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:10 pm
I’ve always wanted to try glass blowing.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:11 pm
I subscribe.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
I would like to learn how to make pop up books and cards.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
I subscribe via email
Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:42 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn how to quilt like I used to watch my Grandma do!
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:42 pm
Also a subscriber
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 6:02 pm
I always wanted to to Tango dance.
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 6:02 pm
I am a subscriber.
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Nov 26th, 2008 at 6:18 pm
how to weld
Nov 26th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
Always wanted to know to make tiffany glass.
Nov 26th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
I want to learn how to crochet more than a straight line! Thanks!
Nov 26th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
I subscribed via email.
Nov 27th, 2008 at 12:24 am
I would like to learn a little bit about everything if possible.
Nov 27th, 2008 at 12:25 am
I am a subscriber by email.
Nov 27th, 2008 at 6:42 am
I would like to know how to knit.
Nov 27th, 2008 at 7:02 am
Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 27th, 2008 at 8:58 am
I have always wanted to know how to tie a tie properly….even though I am a girl.
Nov 27th, 2008 at 10:34 am
More than anything, I would like to learn how to sew. It’s always been a dream of mine to sew my own clothes.
Nov 27th, 2008 at 10:52 am
I’ve always wanted to know how to cook.
Nov 27th, 2008 at 11:44 am
I want to know the meaning of life!
Nov 27th, 2008 at 2:21 pm
I have always wanted to know how to knit
Nov 27th, 2008 at 7:15 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn how to knit scarves!
Nov 27th, 2008 at 9:14 pm
I wish I knew how to work on a car.
Nov 28th, 2008 at 11:48 am
I want to learn how to juggle.
Nov 28th, 2008 at 12:30 pm
I have always wanted to learn to knit..AND how to make Diaper Cakes!
Thanks for entry
Nov 28th, 2008 at 12:33 pm
am subscribed. thanks again
Nov 28th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
I would like to learn how to tie scarfs in different ways…
Nov 29th, 2008 at 11:05 am
I want to know how to make beezwax decorations.
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Nov 29th, 2008 at 12:03 pm
I’d like to learn how to crochet……
Nov 29th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
I wish I knew how to fold cloth napkins into fancy designs!
Nov 29th, 2008 at 5:22 pm
I want to know how to fix a leaky faucet!
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Nov 29th, 2008 at 8:56 pm
I’ve always wanted to know more about Chemistry.
Nov 30th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn to crochet and also to make stained glass.
Thanks for the nice giveaway.
Nov 30th, 2008 at 3:06 pm
I’m also a subscriber.
Nov 30th, 2008 at 6:09 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn to do stained glass.
Nov 30th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
In high school, I was sick the day they showed how to change a tire in driver’s ed. I’ve always wanted to know how to do that correctly.
Nov 30th, 2008 at 7:13 pm
I have always wanted to learn how to make lampworked glass beads. I can do the caning in fimo or sculpty (polymer clay). I also would love to learn how to refinish a table.
Nov 30th, 2008 at 7:14 pm
I am a subscriber via email
Nov 30th, 2008 at 7:14 pm
you are already on my blogroll and in my directory!
Nov 30th, 2008 at 11:00 pm
I have always wanted to know how to change a tire! Or play an instrument..there’s a lot I’d love to learn!
Dec 1st, 2008 at 1:41 pm
How to build a tree house.
Dec 1st, 2008 at 2:32 pm
I’d love to be able to change the oil on my car myself!
Dec 1st, 2008 at 4:39 pm
i have always wanted to know more about Charkras and balancing them.
Dec 1st, 2008 at 6:45 pm
I would love to learn how to quilt AND change the oil in my car! Thanks for the chance to win.
Dec 1st, 2008 at 6:47 pm
I would like to learn how to sew.
Dec 1st, 2008 at 8:38 pm
My mother can knit and crochet all kinds of beautiful things.. she has tried to teach me but I still cant get it . I would love to learn how to do that. Thank you for giving us a chance to win such a great gift!
Dec 1st, 2008 at 8:42 pm
I am a follower
Dec 1st, 2008 at 8:42 pm
And I am a subscriber
Dec 1st, 2008 at 8:43 pm
I’d like to sing act or dance but would settle for speaking other languages.
Dec 1st, 2008 at 8:46 pm
I’m a subscriber
Dec 1st, 2008 at 9:02 pm
ive always wanted to know how to decorate a cake!
Dec 1st, 2008 at 9:45 pm
Ive always wanted to learn how to make pancakes. Every time I make them they end up burnt.
Dec 1st, 2008 at 10:46 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn how to swim.
Dec 1st, 2008 at 10:56 pm
I’d like to learn how to decorate a cake like a pro
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 1:14 am
These would be a handy book to have. I’ve always wanted to know how to crochet.
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 1:55 am
I’d like to know how to fix something, anything, without ruining it.
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 5:24 am
I have really wanted to learn how to sew. And I will learn soon, as I have a sewing machine in layaway for myself. lol
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 8:25 am
I would like to know how to quilt. Thanks for the chance to win.
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 9:08 am
I’ll have to agree with a few other people….I should really learn how to sew!
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 10:54 am
I would like to know how to clean house with less chemicals and more natural things (that are still effective).
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 1:33 pm
I would like to know how to quilt
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 1:38 pm
I always wanted to know how to publish a book. Maybe this will help me on my way.
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 2:43 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn how to knit and also how to make a soufle (sp?)
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 3:46 pm
I want to know how to stop time =)
But for real, I’ve always wanted to know how to use power tools.
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 3:50 pm
I would love to learn how to knit again. My grandma taught me how to cast on and the most basic of stitches but I’ve even forgotten that now. I would love to learn again!
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 3:51 pm
I follow you on twitter(blueviolet)
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 3:51 pm
I’m subscribed!
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 3:57 pm
You’re in my blog roll.
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 3:58 pm
I’ve stumbled your main webpage (bluevioletof2)
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 4:46 pm
I would love to learn to twirl a baton! Thanks!
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 5:23 pm
I love the pages on what wine goes with what I have always wanted to know that
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 5:50 pm
I want to learn to play the piano so that, at an evening party, everyone can sing along with what I can delight at the keys.
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 6:52 pm
I’ve always wanted to know how to be more patient!
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 7:59 pm
I alwayas wanted to learn French.
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 10:21 pm
I want to learn to work with wood burning on gordes - I have done it alittle but not with much success@
Dec 2nd, 2008 at 11:17 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn how to make my own wine
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:20 am
I always wanted to know how to crochet well!
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:20 am
I am a subscriber!
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:21 am
I blogged about this giveaway: Here
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:21 am
I have you on my blogroll: Here
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:22 am
I am following you on Twitter.
Username: wastebasket
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:22 am
I stumbled your blog
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:52 am
I want to learn how to make jewelry.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 8:37 am
I have always wanted to learn to knit and crochet!
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:14 am
I have always wanted to learn how to do Japanese writing.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:55 am
Sweet
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 11:13 am
WOW! This is the perfect giveaway for me! I have always wanted to know how to sew and so much more! Thanks, justicecw@hotmail.com
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 11:14 am
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 11:45 am
id love to learn as much as i can about gardening
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:07 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn to paint great pictures
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:54 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn to play the piano.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 12:56 pm
I’m a subscriber to your feed.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 3:06 pm
I really want to learn how to make stained glass things.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 3:31 pm
I always wanted to learn how to sew, knit, and crochet!
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 3:56 pm
Pole dancing!!
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 5:53 pm
I’ve always wanted to know how to make homemade ice cream
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 5:55 pm
I subscribe
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 6:09 pm
I follow you on Twitter
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 8:49 pm
I have always wanted to know how to play guitar.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 8:55 pm
I’d love to learn to salsa dance! : )))
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 8:55 pm
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 8:56 pm
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 8:56 pm
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 9:29 pm
I’ve always wanted to learn how to make clothes for myself and my family
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 9:49 pm
I have always wanted to and feel like I should know how to sew! Thank you so much for the great contest!
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:07 pm
I would like to learn how to play the piano:)Thanks for the awesome giveaway and the entry:)
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:35 pm
i always wanted to know how to knit!
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:39 pm
also following you on Twitter
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:54 pm
I want to learn how to crochet.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:56 pm
oh yeah my username is samanthapayntr, sorry!
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:57 pm
I subscribed.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 10:58 pm
I want to know how to make the perfect apple pie. I’ve tried many times and each time is a failure.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 11:13 pm
I’m always open to new ideas - how to make a snowglobe - great for kids and parents
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 11:48 pm
I’d love to learn how to make my own rockin’ jewelry - - rings, bracelets, necklaces, etc.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 11:50 pm
I follow you on twitter!
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Dec 3rd, 2008 at 11:58 pm
I would love to learn how to sew.
Dec 3rd, 2008 at 11:59 pm
I subscribed to your feed via email.
Dec 5th, 2008 at 12:40 pm
I’ve always wanted to know how to make the perfect souffle!
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Dec 5th, 2008 at 11:25 pm
I don’t want to learn just one thing. I call myself a life-time-learner and am like a sponge when it comes to trying something different or learning some new trick or tip. This book looks like it would leave me with some nifty new things up my sleeve!
Thank you for the entry!