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Giveaway Winner! -- Sony W Series MP3 Player (Update)


Updated Post: 3/20/11


As promised, here are the Sony W Series giveaway winners:
-- both have been contacted and prizes sent --


Please e-mail me at (Gmail) Nobel4Lit2 with your addresses, and I'll ship out the units soon!


Thanks to everyone who entered.  Stay tuned for another giveaway soon (maybe later this week)!


(Note: I ended up putting everyone's retweets starting after the comments when it came to numbering the entries.)

Original Post: 3/10/11


Sunday, March 20 2011, the day I will run LA Marathon for the 4th time (and embark on my 8th 26.2 journey overall), will also be very special because it will mark the 5th year since I did my FIRST training run with the intention of running a marathon.  (Check out that life-changing post HERE).

Yep, on March 20, 2006, I went to the track and ran my first 3.25 miles with the dreams of marathon glory (or even half-marathon glory).

I think it was one of the best decisions I've ever made.  I was a sprint/track runner in middle and high school and never fathomed that I would take the challenge of doing what I considered an impossible feat at the time.  (Okay, so sometimes I still think it's impossible, oh, when I'm mile 22 deep in a marathon.)  My races back then were closer to .2 than adding another 26 miles to that.  But the challenge has taught me discipline, delayed gratification, understanding my abilities, and given me confidence.  It's no surprise that I'm still at it, no matter how many times I have asked myself, "Why?!"

Anyway........... to celebrate this milestone, I'm doing a giveaway!!

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In THIS post back in December, I reviewed the Sony W Series MP3 player.  I've done a lot of training runs since then, and my review still stands.

In short, I think this so-called "walkman" has changed my running!  I recommend you read my full review for more details, but in short, this is one of those products I would recommend to anyone.

I barely even touch my iPod anymore, nor do I have to keep replacing the in-ear buds that always keep breaking on me.  The battery holds up beautifully, and I have yet to have sweat interfere with the functioning of this player.  The controls are easy once you get the hang out it.

Instead of continually bragging, I get the opportunity to share the wealth (as you've probably seen on some other blogs lately).  I was contacted about the possibility of giving a couple of these away. :D  Below is a photo of the TWO units, each worth approximately $60.

This giveaway will close on March 20 (once I get settled from my race!).  I will use a random number generator to select the two winners and announce them shortly thereafter.  I think the odds are decently in your favor, so go ahead and give it a shot!

I don't think I remember my face being that dark!
Not a makeup issue, either!
To enter (you get one entry per item):


1) Follow this blog by clicking the "Follow" button on the right-hand side, OR add me to your blog roll.  Leave me a comment letting me know you have done so (or if you already did).


2) Follow me on Twitter (@nobel4lit).  Leave me a comment with your user name.


3) Tweet "I entered the Sony W Series Walkman giveaway! http://bit.ly/fshFte @nobel4lit"
(I will know you've tweeted, so no need to leave a comment)


4) Link the giveaway on your blog and comment with the URL.


5) Leave a comment telling me your current favorite running song!

Good luck!!!! :P

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FTC Disclaimer: I was given these units to give away and was not compensated for this review.  I didn't even get a unit for myself, since I had already purchased one.  I really just like this product.
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  1. LaurieMarch 10, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    I follow you.
    I really want to try one of these -- just not ehough to open my own Twitter account :)

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  2. LaurieMarch 10, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    And my current favorite song to run to is Sunlight by Harlem Shakes. And also Blessed by Brett Dennen.

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  3. TeamarciaMarch 10, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    My current fave song is Seal's Amazing

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  4. TeamarciaMarch 10, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    I linked you on my blog

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  5. Abby @ Have Dental Floss, Will TravelMarch 10, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Sounds fun - count me in! I'm a follower.

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  6. Abby @ Have Dental Floss, Will TravelMarch 10, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    And while I haven't listened to music on a run in a long time, my favorite running song will forever be the Rocky theme song. What can I say? I'm a Philly girl!

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  7. robinMarch 10, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    I'm a new follower! :)

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  8. robinMarch 10, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    I'm now following you on Twitter.

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  9. robinMarch 10, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    I Tweeted about your giveaway @birdie00000

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  10. robinMarch 10, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    I don't run with music yet. :)

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  11. KristiMarch 11, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    What a great giveaway! I always run with music but I'm sick of dealing with the headphone cords. I already follow your blog. :)

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  12. KristiMarch 11, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    I am now following on twitter

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  13. KristiMarch 11, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    One of my favorite running songs is Let's Get it Started by the Black Eyed Peas.

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  14. bobbiMarch 11, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    I'm a new follower!

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  15. bobbiMarch 11, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    I love Paramore's brick by boring brick.

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  16. BethMarch 11, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    I'm a follower!

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  17. BethMarch 11, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    Last night I ran 8 miles singing Bowling for Soup's Come Back to Texas on repeat. Nice slow beat for an easy run!

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  18. MadisonMarch 11, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    I am already following your blog.

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  19. RunToTheFinishMarch 11, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    I am a follower!

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  20. RunToTheFinishMarch 11, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    i follow you on twitter

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  21. RunToTheFinishMarch 11, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Currently I am roooooockin to Firecracker by Katy Perry

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  22. RunToTheFinishMarch 11, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    linked you in this post http://runtothefinishgiveaways.blogspot.com/2011/03/sony-mp3-player-giveaway.html

    showing these on my main blog now

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  23. AnonymousMarch 12, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    i follow you on your blog through my reader

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  24. AnonymousMarch 12, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    my current fav song to workout to is "don't trust me' by 3oh3. old but soooooooooo good

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  25. JennyMarch 12, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    I'm a follower

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  26. JennyMarch 12, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    My favorite current running song is Yeah 3x by Chris Brown

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  27. UnknownMarch 12, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    My favorite group right now is Florence + The Machine. Lungs is a great album. You can never go wrong with the Ting Tings or Black eyed Peas either. Pick me!!

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  28. UnknownMarch 12, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    follower...

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  29. madelineMarch 12, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    I like listening to the Amelie soundtrack while I run, puts things in a very whimsical and lighthearted perspective!

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  30. MadisonMarch 12, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Already following twitter.

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  31. Christine HMarch 13, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    My favorite running song is Starlight by Muse.

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  32. Steel SpringsMarch 13, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    I'm a new follower.

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  33. Steel SpringsMarch 13, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    I'm now following you on Twitter, too (@runsteelsprings).

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  34. Steel SpringsMarch 13, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    I have tons of "favorite" running songs. "Like a G6" has been in my head a lot lately, so I've been starting my runs with it.

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  35. Corey @ the runners cookieMarch 13, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Wow, 5 years since your first marathon training run - that IS something to celebrate!!
    My favorite running songs change all the time, but right now I've been pretty stuck on "Stronger" (Kanye).

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  36. The Domestic Goddess of Small Town LifeMarch 14, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Anything by Black Eyed Peas or Katy Perry tends to get me in the running mood.

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  37. MelMarch 14, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Anything by One Republic!

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  38. UnknownMarch 14, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Following!

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  39. UnknownMarch 14, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Following you on Twitter
    @cynsspace

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  40. UnknownMarch 14, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    Added this to my blog sidebar.

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  41. UnknownMarch 14, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    I just tried an iPod for the first time yesterday - not sold on it yet. My favorite tune was Forget You.

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  42. JnetRunsMarch 14, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    I'm a new follower!

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  43. JnetRunsMarch 14, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    I don't have a music player, but if I did my favorite song right now is Viva la Vida- Coldplay.

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  44. EricaHMarch 14, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    i am a follower

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  45. EricaHMarch 14, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    i follow on twitter @erica_h

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  46. KrissyMarch 14, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    I follow you on twitter!!!

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  47. Krissy - Shiawase LifeMarch 14, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    I love to run to Britney Spears...I admit it!!

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  48. The Boring RunnerMarch 14, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Obvs, I don't need one - but I'm going to try to remember to get people over to your blog (from mine) if they didn't win!!! I love my walkman.

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  49. PennyMarch 15, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    I follow

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  50. PennyMarch 15, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    I rock to FIREWORKS BY KATY PERRY

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  51. PennyMarch 15, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Posted giveaway on my blog

    http://pinkhatrunner.blogspot.com

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  52. moonswordMarch 16, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    My current favorite running song: Rope/Foo Fighters. Thanks!

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  53. AnonymousMarch 16, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    I love the "Died in your Arms" remix! this would be a dream to try the product! Thanks for sharing something you love with us!

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  54. Questionably TexanMarch 17, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    Already a follower!

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  55. Questionably TexanMarch 17, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    I linked your contest on my blog sidebar (the only one I currently have listed under giveaways).

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  56. Questionably TexanMarch 17, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    I'm a little embarrassed to admit it, but I turn up the volume when Britney Spear's "piece of me" comes on the iPod (to my credit though, my wife downloaded the song - I didn't do it!)

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  57. AnonymousMarch 18, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    i follow your blog in google reader :)

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  58. AnonymousMarch 18, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    follow you on twitter as @thepajamachef

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  59. AnonymousMarch 18, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    favorite running song...its always eye of the tiger :)

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  60. AlexAlcantarMarch 18, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    I'm an old school Latin music guy. I like listening to "Indestructible" by Ray Barreto.

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  61. Sony CX150 reviewMarch 21, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Hey Nobe

    Great article im glad your providing winnings for everyone. im now following you on tweet, i have 2 main loves in my live electronics and Sony cam.

    Keep up the good work

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