Friday, September 9, 2011

Every Falling Tear -- Giveaway

I first heard about Bowen Hammitt a year ago.  He was to be born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, the same heart defect as Owen.  News of his blog spread like wildfire because his dad is kind of a big deal. He is the lead singer of the Christian Rock Group, Sanctus Real.  Matt and Sarah (Bowen's parents) set up a blog, and I always look forward to their updates.  The Hammitts have also created the Whole Hearts Foundation to help families affected by Congenital Heart Defects.  I am so exited to see great things they do!

Sanctus Real is set to release their new album, Every Falling Tear, on September 13th! I had the pleasure of listening to the album and it is amazing!  I can tell how much Bowen's special heart influenced Matt's writing of this album.  All of it is so great.

My favorite song on the album, hands down, is All Of Me.  Listen to this song and I dare you not to cry. 

I am so excited to be hosting such an amazing giveaway!!

I will be giving away THREE copies of Sanctus Real's NEW Album, Every Falling Tear!! 

All you have to do is leave a comment on the blog.  It's that simple.

I'll let you in on another little secret.  There are two other blogs hosting the same giveaway.
You can leave a comment at each of their blogs for additional chances to win!!
 Jill's @ The Real Life of a Redhead and Stephanie @ When Life Hands you a Broken Heart

That gives you THREE chances to win and there will be THREE winners from each blog!!

Go.  Comment.  Now.

Winners will be announced on Monday, September 12th!

Comments will be closed September 11th 11:59PST.

Have a great weekend!!

47 comments:

joye said...

That's awesome that you're participating in this giveaway, too!

I have so much respect and admiration for the Hammitt family.

Angela said...

I am so excited about this CD. Can't wait!

Amy said...

I came here via Jill's blog and I ended up completely swept up in Owen's story. I am not a heart mom, but I have been following Jill since she was about 10-weeks pregnant with Baby Joshua so I became very emotionally invested. I would love to be entered into the drawing for Matt's CD :-). Blessings to you and your family!!

Amy Bennett said...

So exciting to see all 3 of you hosting this! YAY!

Evie's Story said...

Oh my word...tears streaming down my face. Cant wait to hear all of that song. Beautiful, beautiful! lyrics are so poignant!!

Joe said...

Hi Andrea, I guess you could say that Jill sent me. :) I would love to win a copy of Matt's new album and I thank you for giving me the opportunity. I will add you, your family, and Owen to my daily prayers and plan to catch up on his story in the coming days.

God Bless you all.

Heather Crawley said...

I have been following your blog for about a year now and really enjoy keeping up with Owen. You have a strong little guy on your hands. I also like to keep up with the Hammins and have learned a lot from the journeys of both boys. Thank you for including us in your lives.

Melissa said...

Can't wait for the release. I downloaded "All of Me" from iTunes.

Jillian Vanover said...

I would love a copy of the CD! I have been a follower for only a short period of time, but admire your strength in Lord during your most trying times!

Tara said...

This giveaway thing is so exciting!! Blessings to you guys!

One Happy Heart Family said...

I love that group!! So exciting to you get to be a part!!!Yahoooo

Brandis said...

Wow, that's a tear jerker! It's a beautiful song.

The B Family said...

Love this song!!!! I downloaded it off iTunes last week...what an incredible family they are! Love to you and Owen!!,

Unknown said...

These songs still make me cry every single time I hear them . . . he captured what it feels like SO perfectly and beautifully . . .

Becky (So Very Blessed) said...

Oh, I just LOVE Sanctus Real!

Anonymous said...

I have been following your blog and praying for Owen's heart for a few years now. Yours is actually the first blog I read each day! I would love to win this CD.

kmillager@lapl.org

Jamie Roberts said...

I would love to be entered in the contest. I love Sanctus Real. Matt and his family have an amazing story, and I'm sure the songs on this CD will bless MANY! Thank you! Jamie Roberts

Shannon said...

Exciting!! I'd LOVE to get my hands on that cd! :)

Jamie said...

Woohoo! So fun. What an amazing song, would love to hear the rest of the album for free!

Brittany said...

I would love to win this CD!!

Melanie said...

I would LOVE to win this CD! Now I just have to check out Bowen's blog!

Aimee Hardy said...

Oooh...I want a copy. Pick me! Pick me!

Waite Family said...

Those sweetheart babies affect every family. Our little Joshua is loved by everyone!!

Sara said...

I have honestly, never *gasp* heard of them. I also hadn't heard of Toby Mac until MckMama did a giveaway, and now I'm in love. So I'll be off to YouTube and iTunes in the near future.

laura said...

i've been anxiously awaiting the release of this cd!! i would love to win one =)

regardless, i've loved keeping up with lil owen and reading about how well he's been doing lately. love the hilarious things that he says!

Terah722 said...

I'm such a lurker but thought I would comment for such a great cd. :) I love checking in on your family and always pray for Owen. Thanks!
Terah in Florida

AJett said...

How exciting! I follow the Hammitt's blog every day (or at least as often as they post!)

Tara said...

I would love to win a copy of this to give to my cousin...she has a heart angel of her own and I know this CD would be perfect for her.

melly said...

Sending all my love for Owen and the whole family.. you are all so amazing!

Jamie said...

Awesome music and giveaway!

Jennifer B said...

Super great idea ... Thanks for doing it!! I love to read all about your family & cannot wait to see all the exciting things yall do on the Wish trip!!!!

Andrea Gunnell said...

I would love a copy of this CD!!!

Anonymous said...

I look forward to reading about the progress of your little man. Owen inspires me to take everyday and do your best with with. God bless your family

DisneyMommyof6 said...

I would love the chance to win Matt's new CD. I think all you heart parents are amazing and inspirational!

Mary Matsuno said...

Okya, so I did cry when I heard the video and the song. I am a follower of Bowen's blog also. Thanks for sharing.

michelle hs said...

i love this giveaway! good luck to everyone!

Aimee said...

Tried to copy and paste my message from Jill's blog. I learned about this family during my pregnancy and have been trying to keep updated on them. I really feel we heart parents have a special connection and I don't know how any of us could do it without eachother. Very grateful for my fellow heart parents! Aimee Deymonaz Channell from facebook.

Lauren said...

I'm not a CHD parent, but I'm a 24yr old CHDer (Tricuspid Atresia, HRHS...21yrs Post Fontan). I love his song "All of me" (I've played it many times on youtube)! The song is So beautiful and So touching! The words hit home as I know my parents felt/feel this way, but have always given me everything they've got even through the fear. <3

PRAY4CALLIE said...

This is the second time I have came across the giveaway for his CD. I love the song and hope to have his CD one day:)

Erika said...

What an awesome giveaway! Thanks so much!

Anonymous said...

Wow, I would LOVE to win a copy of this CD! I am a christian and love music... I'm just hesitant to buy christian CDs... but based on the video and parts of the song you posted on this blog, I think I'd LOVE this CD! : ) I'm never lucky but here's to nothin' (Maybe I don't need luck at all-- maybe God has a CD in store for me ;)) *Megan from Wi*

Crystal M in IL said...

How awesome that he put into a song the very feelings we had during our pregnancy with our HLHS daughter. Beautiful.

Katy said...

I enjoy your blog and rooting for your little man! I would love to win this CD!
Katy from CA

Laura said...

Oooh free stuff! Count me in.

Jess said...

This is so exciting! Thanks!

Danielle said...

Would love this CD.

On a completely random side note, our daughter Lily used the tender grips for holding her cannula on before she was trached. We called them Pikachus since the circles on her cheeks remind everyone here of the yellow Pokemon.

Lisa Johnson said...

Love what the Hammitts are doing for the CHD community!