This is a compensated review from BlogHer and Snapfish.
It’s no secret that I love taking photographs. It is rare that a day goes by without me utilizing my camera. Photographs are important for so many reasons – they help you reflect, notice the world around you, and often most importantly, they help you capture memories to relive later.
Because photographs can encapsulate a moment in time, viewing them later can elicit strong emotions. It is for this reason that adding photos to gifts adds such great value to them.
I recently created several photo gifts using Snapfish.com, and it was my first time trying out the services of that website.
The site is fairly easy to navigate. I only got hung up a couple of times when I was looking through links to find something specific. And let’s face it: with a toddler screaming in your ear off and on again about such things as “Pee-Pee, uh-oh!” and “THOMAS, WATCH THOMAS!” it’s kind of hard to concentrate anyway, so it may have been more my issue than the website.
For about $50 (including tax & shipping) I was able to purchase 5 photo cards, 2 photo magnets, and an absolutely adorable photo collage mousepad. In one fell swoop I almost entirely covered both Mother’s Day AND Father’s Day for my husband, father, mother, mother-in-law and father-in-law.
Now THAT is what I call SUPER FREAKIN’ AWESOME.
Creating my custom photo collage mousepad was easy and fun!
The products arrived very quickly, and everything is really beautiful. The cards arrived packaged carefully, and all the photos and printing are crisp and great looking. I adore the fact that I was able to have return addresses pre-printed on the envelopes – it looks really lovely.
The photo magnets are so amazing – this is the perfect way to add photos to your kitchen without the hassle of frames. Just slap the magnet on the fridge! My mother and mother-in-law are going to love them.
And the mousepad? Well, it’s for my dad, and for one evil second I thought I might have to keep it for myself! What a super cool gift. Personalize it with whatever is special to the person you’re gifting, and it’s an immediate win.
There are plenty of options at the site for fabulous Father’s Day gifts. Remember that it’s coming up on June 21st! Order by June 13th to get your gifts delivered on time.
Desk Organizer
Playing Cards
Golf Towel
Frosted Stein
Collage Mousepad
Apron
Square Key Chain
Photo Panels
Collage Posters
Books of any size 8×8, 8×11, leather or custom covers
And don’t forget the cards! Lots of designs are available, so you’re sure to find something just right for the guy you have in mind. And creating them is a lot of fun.
To get you started off right, you have a chance to win a $50 Gift Card to Snapfish here!
To enter, leave me a comment below and share what the most important father(s) in your life mean(s) to you – or you may leave a link to your post on your own blog in the comments below. The contest will begin at 9:00 a.m. (PST) May 11, 2009 and ends 5:00 p.m. (PST) June 13, 2009.
Please use a valid email address on the comment form.
Rules:
• No duplicate comments.
• You may receive an additional entry by linking on twitter and leaving a link in the comments.
• You may receive an additional entry by blogging about this contest and leaving a link in the comments.
• This giveaway is open to US Residents only, age 18 or older.
• Winners will be selected via random draw, and will notified by e-mail.
• You have 48 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
And you have 57 chances to win! Head over to the BlogHer.com review/giveaweay round-up page and check out all your other chances to snag this awesome prize. 
Disclosure: This is a compensated review. I received a $50 gift card to order prodcuts from Snapfish for review of said products and the ordering experience, free of charge.
#1 by connie on May 11, 2009 - 9:29 am
What an awesome giveaway Lotus! This is right up my alley! I could write you an essay/book about my dad & his importance in my life but I’ll keep it short, for space’s sake
My mom, as much as I love her & need her in my life & my children’s lives, is an alcoholic (VERY much in denial & won’t admit she has a problem). My Dad has ALWAYS been there for me & my sisters & has been our ROCK. He has all the personality traits we admire: compassion, caring, humorous, loving~the list could go on & on. I guess what I’m trying to say is, basically, my Daddy is THE BEST & I wouldn’t be who I am today if not for him.
*I’d love to win this
I already have ideas for my Daddy & for hubster for Father’s Day 
christmasbaby07[at]gmail[dot]com
#2 by Dawn on May 11, 2009 - 8:37 pm
Most awesometastic father? My grandpa. Had his leg amputated from diabetes when I was 3 months old, he built me a dollhouse. From scratch. Out of oak. While he was rehabbing. My house could be on fire and I’d drag that out on my back.
It’s not that he made me something cool, it’s that HE MADE it. He was this burly monosyllabic farmer who created freaking beauty with his bare hands. For me. Big luff.
Dawns last blog post..Serenity Now Sunday – May 10, 2009
#3 by Neena on May 11, 2009 - 9:57 pm
Greatest dad ever is my dad. Absolutely my biggest champion in life. One fierce up-and-comer in the dad department is my husband to our 18-month-old daughter. I have no doubt that she may one day echo my words about my dad in regards to her own dad. My dad is my greatest supporter, always interested and encouraging in whatever direction life takes me, funny, generous, creative, quirky, best person ever. He’s my rock.
#4 by Mandy on May 11, 2009 - 10:14 pm
My ‘real’ father is largely absent from my life, so my step-father is the best dad. He’s a little rough around the edges, but that just gives him character.
Mandys last blog post..Dynamite: The Story of Class Violence in America
#5 by Michellew_ on May 11, 2009 - 10:24 pm
My husband is the greatest dad. He is to my kids what I always wished my dad would have been to me!
#6 by Michelle Smiles on May 11, 2009 - 10:39 pm
My dad wasn’t always a great dad but he was a great man. And despite his failings in the father department, I learned some really great things from him. The most important thing he gave me was my sense of humor. It definitely gets me in trouble at times but the ability to choose laughter (through inappropriate black humor or blatant sarcasm) over tears has gotten me through some ugly times.
But my husband? Is the best dad I can imagine. He is so amazing (and I’m not just saying that because for mother’s day he encouraged me to spend money we shouldn’t have spent for me to go hang out with some college friends for the weekend while he stayed home with the girls).
Michelle Smiless last blog post..Weren’t you listening?
#7 by .Shari. on May 12, 2009 - 7:20 am
My dad has to be the best father evah.
Bless his heart.
My dad turned 67 last week on May 6. He really should retire from over the road trucking – but – he LOVES it.. he loves his Wife and his children and his God equally as much. Both of my parents are also preachers and frequently visit New Mexico and give clothing and furniture to the people on the reservations there..
My dad is so kind and giving and Happy. I remember my dad teaching me how to write a check out and balance a check book at 10 years old. He often let me write the check for the offering at church at 7 am on Sunday mornings as we sat and sipped on coffee. Yes, My dad introduced that vice to me. But I love it.. and I always associate coffee with my daddy.
oh.. I could go on and on about my dad.. but.. I think MY dad is the best dad eveh!
#8 by Fianna on May 12, 2009 - 9:00 am
Lotus, you are gonna get my waterworks going on this.
My dad is such an amazing man. He has worked incredibly hard all his life to give my sister and I a wonderful life. He demanded that we succeed. I never have considered not being the best I can be. My sister and I have both done well for ourselves, and I know this is due to my father.
He is such a great friend, too. He was over just last night and I had an absolute ball just hanging out and laughing with him.
He is my daddy and an awesome friend.
Fiannas last blog post..Shhh…. It’s A Secret!
#9 by Lynn (Walking With Scissors) on May 12, 2009 - 11:20 am
My husband is a great dad to our kids. He’s hands on – playing with them, reading stories at bedtime, giving them baths, etc. He even changed diapers on a regular basis when they were small. Love that he’s so hands on.
Lynn (Walking With Scissors)s last blog post..If you’re my dad or my brother, you might want to skip this one. Otherwise, carry on!
#10 by Heather @ Domestic Extraordinaire on May 12, 2009 - 12:19 pm
I look at my husband as the best dad in my life. He is a rock-he loves our girls and he makes sure that they know it. He does for them what my biological dad never did for me. My husband encourages the girls, he gave up his dreams of being a doctor (and having a full ride to college to join the Navy to support Giggles and I) He may not always be here physically because he is working his ass off for us-but I know that his heart is in the right place.
Heather @ Domestic Extraordinaires last blog post..The Walk & a giveaway
#11 by Gina on May 12, 2009 - 12:49 pm
My own dad, without a doubt. I grew up thinking that all men were just like him – strong, helpful, kind, caring. I wish they all really were.
Ginas last blog post..At Least I’m Not Talking About Shitting My Pants
#12 by Ruth Knotts on May 12, 2009 - 1:54 pm
The most important Dad in my life is my husband. He is a wonderful Father to our four kids, but what makes me appreciate him the most is that he is not just a great Dad, but also a good husband , I know that he is setting a great example for not only my 3 sons, but also my daughter who is the youngest. I know our boys will grow up and become great husbands and Dad’s just like he is because he shows them that he respects, values and loves me everyday. I hope my daughter learns that she should expect no less from her husband too
Ruth Knottss last blog post..Run for the hills…
#13 by Melissa on May 12, 2009 - 5:47 pm
My husband is an awesome father to our son, and over the past year–since he graduated law school and spends a lot more time at home!–their relationship has grown so much closer. I love watching them together and knowing that my son is looking up to the best man I have ever known.
#14 by Bama Cheryl on May 12, 2009 - 8:31 pm
My husband, while not a father in the biological sense, has been a wonderful dad to my two daughters and now our two granddaughters. In his work life, he’s a school bus driver so he’s a surrogate dad to about one hundred other children — some of which have gaping holes where dads are usually expected to reside. He has amazing instincts and, while not loving diaper and barf duty, has risen to the occasion nobly. He’s a wonderful dad in all senses of the word.
Bama Cheryls last blog post..Random Thoughts Tuesday
#15 by Mandee on May 13, 2009 - 11:49 am
My dad is great because technically he is my stepdad, although I have never known another dad! He took me on as his own when I was little and we never think differently.
#16 by Danielle on May 13, 2009 - 6:55 pm
I wish I had better appreciated my dad when I was younger. We were never very close, mainly due to his mental illness. I always felt like he didn’t care, but as I have matured, I realize he does care and tries hard to show, he just can’t do it the way I expected.
Danielles last blog post..My CVS trip tonight
#17 by Melanie on May 14, 2009 - 10:28 am
I didn’t meet my biological father until I was 21, and that’s because I dragged his name out of one of my aunts and tracked him down. He didn’t even know I existed! It’s been 9 years since then, and I have appreciated every Father’s day since then, because it’s a way to show him that I have been thankful for having him in my life these last nine years.
Melanies last blog post..Wordless Wednesday
#18 by Rachael on May 14, 2009 - 1:18 pm
The most important father in my life is my husband, Justin. We’ve been together for almost 10 years, married for almost 6 and our son just turned 3. I love watching Justin play with Sam, and he’s a supportive husband and a great father to Sam. I love watching how much he loves his son, and knowing that Sam will know that he was loved because Justin is able to express it outwardly.
Rachaels last blog post..Long Days
#19 by the planet of janet on May 16, 2009 - 10:45 pm
my husband is the most awesome father. in the six years we have been married, he has been more father to my four children than their father ever was.
he does not distinguish between his child and my children. they are ALL his.
and i love him more for it every day.
the planet of janets last blog post..Richard Gere wasn’t even there!
#20 by Marianna on May 19, 2009 - 8:43 pm
My father is an amazing man and means the world to me! He not only has always believed in me and always been there for me, he’s also a great grandfather to my two sons!
#21 by sara l. on May 22, 2009 - 2:43 pm
The most important fatherin my life would be my husband. He is the best Daddy in the world and seeing the love my son and husband share absolutely melts my heart!
sblilly14(@)yahoo(.)com
#22 by Janet Carpenter on May 24, 2009 - 7:53 pm
My Dad is a wonderful grandfather to my daughter. He loves her so much and tells the world!
#23 by Janet Carpenter on May 24, 2009 - 7:54 pm
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Janet Carpenters last blog post..sunday0524
#24 by Janet Carpenter on May 24, 2009 - 7:56 pm
tweet! http://twitter.com/janetmom2maya/status/1907704466
and the link in the above entry should have been http://www.giveawaysonblogs.blogspot.com/2009/05/sunday0524.html
Janet Carpenters last blog post..sunday0524
#25 by Patricia Reiser on June 3, 2009 - 3:07 am
All this reviewing of blogs about Snapfish and dads has got me misty eyed. I miss my dad (biological) whom passed away 10 years ago. But I am fortunate to have a step-dad for the past 25 years who means the world to me and my kids. And what better way to celebrate Father’s Day than showering them with gifts from Snapfish. These are gifts to be treasured for years to come just like dad’s are to be cherished.
Wishing you a scent-sational day!
Patricia Reisers last blog post..Picture of the Day 06/03/09
#26 by Diane on June 8, 2009 - 11:15 pm
My dad has been spending one day a week at my house since last fall when he was laid off from his job. He helps out with my toddler and we have had a chance to get to know each other so much better than ever before. I love hearing his stories of his childhood and young adulthood, as well as his perspective on our lives. It has made a negative situation for him, positive. My son adores his pop, too!
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Dianes last blog post..in memorial
#27 by Terry Ammons on June 9, 2009 - 5:12 am
Snapfish is fun! Our entire family is into photography and we enjoy creating personal gifts from the photos we take.