Welcome to my new & improved blog, The Mom Union. This blog is geared towards moms of teens and tweens. There's lots of great products and companies sponsoring giveaways, and The Mom Union will bring you the best for you and your teens.
I founded The Mom Union for a few reasons. First, I believe in the concept of "ethical sweeping." Ethical sweeping is the practice of only entering for giveaway products you can actually use. Sure, the call of Ebay is strong, and you can make some money by selling items you win and don't need. For example, a woman who is no longer breast-feeding enters a contest to win a shirt designed for breast-feeding. The woman wins the contest for an item she doesn't need, sells it on Ebay and makes a little money. How much money? Well, it doesn't really matter because it's pure profit, right? Now, let's think about a woman who IS breast feeding and enters to win that shirt specially designed for breast-feeding. She doesn't win a product she could really use because the other lady, who doesn't need it, won. Personally, I enter loads of sweeps, and I win quite a bit. I would increase my "wins" if I were to enter giveaways for products I don't need, but I choose not to. Why? Because I don't need it. I can't use it. And, as far as Ebay goes, I'll never bank as much as the product is worth. I'd rather the winner be someone who will to have a product that suits her needs. By hosting giveaways for products suited for older children and their parents, I'd like to offer "win" opportunities for those groups in hopes of fostering ethical sweeping.
Second, I see a lot of innovative items for pregnant women, breast-feeding mothers, and mothers of small children. I think those products are great and the companies that sponsor the giveaways are very kind. There will always be babies, and there will always be companies that focus their products on the wee little ones. I'd like to fulfill the needs of teens, tweens and "seasoned" moms. My goal is to present products and introduce companies that appeal to our group such as stationary, clothing, jewelry, electronics, goodies and gadgets. There's tons of great stuff out there, and The Mom Union will be the place to find them. Suggestions are always welcome and certainly appreciated.
My daily blogs will focus on those drama-filled days of teenhood and the mothers who are suffering through it. Just a few short years ago I was the coolest person in the world, and now, according to my daughter, I'm soooooo embarrassing. Kisses on the cheek, forget it. Calling out "I love you!" when you drop off your child to school, don't. She'll "Just Die." Remember the phone? I see the cord running under my daughter's door, but for an actually sighting, I haven't seen the phone in a year. Does any of this sound familiar? Does your child talk in text speak, like "OMG!" and "BRB, mom!" Have you been told that "Things were different when you were a kid?" Then you should join up NOW! We can help each other through this trying time of parenthood known as the "teen years." We can do it together. It's going to be okay.
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Aug 30, 2009
Aug 29, 2009
Giveaways for teens and moms of teens
Alright, with all the baby, toddler, maternity, etc. giveaways out there, I thought I'd concentrate on linking up some current giveaways geared towards teens, tweens and their moms. Some items are up for several blog giveaways. I've listed them together. I've provided the links directly for the sites. So, these are some options, any ideas on how to get in on this?
These items expire midnight 8/30
Geared toward teens:
Other giveaways out there for moms. Non-maternity/breastfeeding (Don't get me wrong. I'm all for breast feeding, I just don't need that stuff now.
These items expire midnight 8/30
Geared toward teens:
- Ponds Moist Towlettes 30 count pack http://www.ashoppersquest.com/2009/08/ponds-wet-cleansing-towelettes-review.html
- Famous Footwear $100 GC: http://islandlife808.com/giveaways/100-to-famous-footwear-giveaway/
- Famous Footwear $100 GC: http://www.barefootmommies.com/?p=4056
- Famous Footwear $100 GC: http://mommymandy.com/famous-footwear-giveaway
- Famous Footwear $100 GC: http://www.skiptomylou.org/2009/08/23/does-mama-need-a-new-pair-of-shoes/
- Famous Footwear $100: http://www.extraordinarymommy.com/giveaways/giveaway-win-100-from-famous-footwear/
- Carolina Pad (Arv: $75) http://kidzborn2impress.blogspot.com/2009/08/carolina-pad-review-and-giveaway.html
- Rizzos Tees: http://www.eightymphmom.com/2009/08/rizzo-tees-review-and-giveaway.html
- UPrinting 250 cards (winner pays shipping. this would be good for teen note cards or grad announcements) http://katydidandkid.blogspot.com/2009/08/uprintingcom-greeting-cards-giveaway.html
- Gap Jeans 1 pair up to $70: http://www.mommyniri.com/2009/08/to-celebrate-gap-born-to-fit-jeans-win-a-gap-jeans/
- KoloBags Laptop bag: http://www.momecentric.com/2009/contest/the-kolobags-contest-do-not-miss-this-one
- GreenSmart Laptop Cover & Water bottle: http://www.momsfavoritestuff.com/index.php/2009/08/11/avoiding-toxins-laptop-cases-greensmart/
Other giveaways out there for moms. Non-maternity/breastfeeding (Don't get me wrong. I'm all for breast feeding, I just don't need that stuff now.
- Yoplait Whips: http://bigfacehundreds.blogspot.com/2009/08/yoplait-whips-review-giveaway.html
- Yoplait Whips: http://www.meadowwoodgarden.com/win-yoplait-whips-gift-bag/
- Fiber One Yogurt: http://www.redsoxmom.com/2009/08/fiber-one-50-calorie-yogurt-giveaway.html
- Pur Water Pitcher: http://sheilacakes.blogspot.com/2009/08/pur-flavor-options-review-and-giveaway.html
- Body Systems (body care) : http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/08/body-systems.html
- Pilsburry back to school: http://www.lifeinahouseofblue.com/2009/08/back-to-school-with-pillsbury-toaster.html
- Simply Pillsbury: http://lisacooking.com/2009/08/16/pillsbury-simply-refrigerated-cookie-dough-review-and-giveaway/
- Glimpse Skincare: http://www.prissygreen.com/2009/08/glimpse-skincare-review-and-giveaway.html
- Seventh Generation Cleaning: http://www.whatmommiesneed.com/2009/08/review-and-giveaway-seventh-generation.html
The McDonald's Diet by Casey
The McDonalds Diet
by Casey
I recently lost 40 lbs. I've still got a little to lose, but I can see big changes in my body. I guess my friends can see the changes too, because many of them have been asking how I did it. I'll share my secret with you. I've been eating nothing but fast food - anything I want off the menu. There are only 2 rules to this diet: you have to bring your kids with you and you can't bring any food home.
Here's a typical meal on my diet: First, place your order. "I'll take one chicken nugget Happy Meal with fries and an orange soda for Michael. The lady will have a hamburger meal with apple dippers and a chocolate milk. I'd like a double cheeseburger with fries and a coke, super-sized." Really, you can order anything you want!
Take your food and the kids to a table and wait for the dieting magic.
Pass out everyone's food. Open the chocolate milk. Oops, forgot Katie's straw. Go back to the drink station and get her one.
Sit back down. Bring that hot, tasty burger to your lips and ...
"I need ketchup for my fries." Check to see if Katie needs any ketchup while you're up. She doesn't. Return to the drink station and get Michael some ketchup.
Sit back down. Pick up your warm burger for that first bite of cheeseburgery goodness and ...
"Ahh, my milk! My milk!!!" Katie has spilled her milk. Head back to the drink station for some napkins to clean the mess. Wipe up the table, floor and child. Throw away the wet napkins.
Sit down, pick up your room temperature burger and ...
"I need more ketchup." "Already!" "Yes, Mooooom, I can't eat my fries without ketchup." *sigh* "Fine." Return to the drink station, your home away from home, for more ketchup.
Sit down, throw a rubbery fry in your mouth before anyone can say anything and ...
"This burger isn't plain. I wanted a plain burger. This one has stuff on it!! I can't eat it unless it's plain." She never said she wanted plain. Go up to the counter and get her a new burger. Plain.
Sit down. Pick up your freezing cold burger, bring it to your mouth and ...
"There's no ketchup on this burger." Are you freaking kidding me??? Stomp up to the drink counter and get her some ketchup.
Sit down, shove the burger in your face and take a bite. Pick up a fry and ...
"I need more orange soda." Curse under your breath, grab the stupid cup, return to the damn drink station and fill up Michael's drink. Return to the table. Check your watch. Oh, crap! It's time for school. Throw everything away and rush the kids out the door.
Total food consumed: Two fries and one bite of cheeseburger.
Total calories: about 30
Aug 11, 2009
Handmade by Heather - Reusable Sweeper Pads
Do you use a floor sweeper with disposable dusting and mopping pads? I have one, too. One day I realized how much waste it created. Not only was I throwing away the disposable pads, but I also had to take the time to run the containers to the recycle bin. When it comes to recycle, reuse and reduce, I would rather have an item I can reuse than one that needs to be recycled (a process that consumes energy, etc.)
I try my best to be green, but with our budget the way it is, my biggest “green” concern is the dollar bills I’m trying to hold on to. So one day as I was strolling through the yarn section at the local craft supply store (my second home) I happened upon a really cool solution to my sweeper problem. Knitted sweeper covers. Woo hoo! Why didn’t I think of that? I grabbed the pattern, took it home, and altered it for crochet.
What I like most about my crocheted sweeper pads is that the single stitch crochet pattern I use creates lots of bumps and grooves. This traps dirt and scrubs with much less effort than the disposable covers. I make these pads in sets of two, one for sweeping and the other for mopping. When you’re finished, just pull the pads off and pop them in the wash. These puppies are made to last. I live in a townhouse designed for four with a kitchen built for one. So I have to sweep and mop often, and I’ve been using the same pair of sweeper pads for more than three months.
I try my best to be green, but with our budget the way it is, my biggest “green” concern is the dollar bills I’m trying to hold on to. So one day as I was strolling through the yarn section at the local craft supply store (my second home) I happened upon a really cool solution to my sweeper problem. Knitted sweeper covers. Woo hoo! Why didn’t I think of that? I grabbed the pattern, took it home, and altered it for crochet.
What I like most about my crocheted sweeper pads is that the single stitch crochet pattern I use creates lots of bumps and grooves. This traps dirt and scrubs with much less effort than the disposable covers. I make these pads in sets of two, one for sweeping and the other for mopping. When you’re finished, just pull the pads off and pop them in the wash. These puppies are made to last. I live in a townhouse designed for four with a kitchen built for one. So I have to sweep and mop often, and I’ve been using the same pair of sweeper pads for more than three months.
I think you’ll love these as much as I do, so I’m gonna share the love.
What you can win:
One lucky reader will win a set of two floor duster covers in green.
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Book Review: Faces In The Fire by T. L. Hines
Faces in the Fire by T. l. HinesThomas Nelson Publisher
Reviewed by Heather Goldsmith
Faces in the Fire follows the lives of four characters on a journey of self-discovery. Kurt, Corrine, Grace and Stan are flawed human beings with dark pasts and less than bright futures. Through unseen forces, a catfish, and numbers scribbled on a napkin, their lives intersect and intertwine. As the story of their lives unfolds, each if faced with the choice to continue down the path of destruction or take the road to redemption.
Author T. L. Hines weaves an intricate and suspenseful story. At times, I did find his shifts between each character’s past and present to be frustratingly short and choppy. But despite this small fault in composition, the story is excellently written. Emotionally charged, Faces in the Fire is one of those books that grabs you and holds you to the end. I cringed at each character’s missteps and cheered their development. I thoroughly enjoyed Faces in the Fire and recommend it without reservation.
To find out more about Faces in the Fire, please visit the following links:
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Aug 6, 2009
A Circle of Souls Giveaway
I'm proud to announce that I'm hosting my first book review and giveaway. A Circle of Souls by Dr. Preetham Grandhi is an excellent book, and he's offered a signed advanced reader's copy for one lucky HeatherSphere winner.
A Circle of Souls
By Dr. Preetham Grandhi
Sweetwater Books Publisher
Reviewed by: Heather Goldsmith
In a small, quiet town ten-year-old Janet Troy is abducted by a mysterious and disturbed man. When her backpack is found on a Senator’s property, FBI Agent Leia Bines is called in to quickly and quietly solve the crime before the Senator’s bid for the Presidency is jeopardized.
Naya is a young girl brought to an emergency room after a vivid sleepwalking episode leads her to the edge of a second story balcony. On call child psychiatrist, Dr. Gram, consults on her case. He admits her to an inpatient child psych ward for observation and her own safety. Through her dreams and drawings, Naya reaches out to Dr. Gram in an effort to still her sleep and save other potential victims of the mad man. Can these four strangers come together in time to solve the ever deepening mystery surrounding them?
In A Circle of Souls, Dr. Preetham Grandhi deftly weaves seemingly unrelated sub plots into an intricate story. Personally, this book grabbed me from the very first page and held me to the last. The suspense builds in this fiction thriller as the characters develop personal insight and involvement by necessity or professional dedication. Particularly appealing and of note is Dr. Preetham Grandhi’s integration of his cultural background and his professional experience as a child psychiatrist into this intelligent thriller. I’ve read all the greats, and A Circle of Souls holds its own. This is a definite must-read.
By Dr. Preetham Grandhi
Sweetwater Books Publisher
Reviewed by: Heather Goldsmith
In a small, quiet town ten-year-old Janet Troy is abducted by a mysterious and disturbed man. When her backpack is found on a Senator’s property, FBI Agent Leia Bines is called in to quickly and quietly solve the crime before the Senator’s bid for the Presidency is jeopardized.
Naya is a young girl brought to an emergency room after a vivid sleepwalking episode leads her to the edge of a second story balcony. On call child psychiatrist, Dr. Gram, consults on her case. He admits her to an inpatient child psych ward for observation and her own safety. Through her dreams and drawings, Naya reaches out to Dr. Gram in an effort to still her sleep and save other potential victims of the mad man. Can these four strangers come together in time to solve the ever deepening mystery surrounding them?
In A Circle of Souls, Dr. Preetham Grandhi deftly weaves seemingly unrelated sub plots into an intricate story. Personally, this book grabbed me from the very first page and held me to the last. The suspense builds in this fiction thriller as the characters develop personal insight and involvement by necessity or professional dedication. Particularly appealing and of note is Dr. Preetham Grandhi’s integration of his cultural background and his professional experience as a child psychiatrist into this intelligent thriller. I’ve read all the greats, and A Circle of Souls holds its own. This is a definite must-read.
I recently interviewed author Dr. Preetham Grandhi to discuss his book and, hopefully, plans for more. Some of you already know that I loved this book and I'm sure you will enjoy reading this interview. Others who haven't checked out his book will surely get a craving for it after reading this interview.
Heather - Welcome to HeatherSphere! It is great to have you as a guest here and I hope you will enjoy your time here. Maybe you can start things off for us by telling my readers a bit about your book, A Circle of Souls?
Preetham – A Circle of Souls is my debut novel that is a murder, mystery, psychological thriller with a paranormal twist. This kind of work is what is called fictional realism, but only I know what is fiction and what is real. It was a few months post 9/11, and I was looking at the biographies of the people who had lost their lives. I began to wonder if there was a larger meaning to their lives. All of a sudden, a story flashed into my mind, and I quickly wrote it on a piece of paper. I knew then that I needed to write a story that was larger than life. It needed to communicate the essence that there is a bigger purpose and meaning to our passage on earth.I knew that in order to capture and convey such a message, the bookneeded to be captivating, interesting, and thrilling. I realized thata story based on the work I do would be the right place to begin. I ama child psychiatrist and had just started a new job. During myfellowship, I worked with children with numerous psychosocial issuesand had many life stories to tell. It was at that moment that Idecided I could write a book that would capture all these thoughts.That was how A Circle of Souls was born.
Heather - What is your process for writing a book? Do you get an idea and expand on it? Or do you brainstorm?
Preetham - I would get the ideas while driving to and fro from work and then would quickly write it once I got home. I revised the book over 15 times expanding and refining it every time.
Heather - Are you anything like your characters? Are any of them based on people you know?
Preetham – There may be a little of me in Peter. There are some charecters that I have created after the people I know. For e.g the young doctor Sheetal fits the description of my sister who lives in India.
Heather - What projects are you working on at the moment? Any releases your fans can expect in the near future? (Am I subtle, or what?)
Preetham - I have more books in my head, but no time to write between the hospital, private practice and promoting this one. I hope to finish my next one in a year or two.
Heather - How did you end up being a writer? Was it something you always wanted to do?
Preetham - I always wanted to make movies. It so happened that the idea for this book was like a movie in my head that I decided to put on paper. I might look into converting it into a screenplay if I have the time.
Heather - What books do you like to read when you have time? Do you have any must read authors/series?
Preetham – I do enjoy reading Dan Brown and Robin Cook, but I did a lot of reading growing up. I used to read a lot of Enid Blyton books as a kid. She has over 800 published children's books.
Heather - What do you like to do to relax?
Preetham – Watch movies and go to the beach.
Heather – If you could have any super power, what would it be?
Preetham – To predict how another person feels before they feel it so in that way I don't accidentally offend anyone.
I’d like to thank Dr. Preetham for providing me an advanced readers copy to review.
Can't wait for the drawing? You can order A Circle of Souls by Dr. Preetham Grandhi at Amazon by following this link: http://www.amazon.com/Circle-Souls-Preetham-Grandhi/dp/1599552353/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1242385279&sr=1-1
Oh look! A Giveaway!
What you can win:
One lucky reader will win a signed Advanced Readers Copy of A Circle of Souls.
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All entries will be verified prior to awarding the prize.
Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on August 28, 2009. Winners are drawn using a Random Integer Generator and will be announced here and by e-mail. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to the e-mail notification. If the winner does not reply within the set time limit, a new winner will be chosen.
Aug 3, 2009
Manic Monday
1. It is technically Monday, even though it's two in the morning.
2. You's think insomnia would have an upside, but it doesn't.
3. There are a lot of song about Monday or with Monday in the lyrics. So I know I'm not the only one.'
4. Mondays will be upgraded to "Cool Status" when school begins.
Thought on Mondays?
2. You's think insomnia would have an upside, but it doesn't.
3. There are a lot of song about Monday or with Monday in the lyrics. So I know I'm not the only one.'
4. Mondays will be upgraded to "Cool Status" when school begins.
Thought on Mondays?
Aug 2, 2009
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May 15, 2009
The McDonalds' Diet
Before I share this hysterical piece written by my sister, Casey. I'd like to reiterate that all buttons and the blog links will be back up shortly.
Now, to the comic relief:
The McDonalds Diet, by Casey
I recently lost 40 lbs. I've still got a little to lose, but I can see big changes in my body. I guess my friends can see the changes too, because many of them have been asking how I did it. I'll share my secret with you. I've been eating nothing but fast food - anything I want off the menu. There are only 2 rules to this diet: you have to bring your kids with you and you can't bring any food home. Here's a typical meal on my diet:
First, place your order. "I'll take one chicken nugget Happy Meal with fries and an orange soda for Michael. The lady will have a hamburger meal with apple dippers and a chocolate milk. I'd like a double cheeseburger with fries and a coke, super-sized." Really, you can order anything you want!
Take your food and the kids to a table and wait for the dieting magic.
Pass out everyone's food. Open the chocolate milk. Oops, forgot Katie's straw. Go back to the drink station and get her one.
Sit back down. Bring that hot, tasty burger to your lips and ...
"I need ketchup for my fries." Check to see if Katie needs any ketchup while you're up. She doesn't. Return to the drink station and get Michael some ketchup.
Sit back down. Pick up your warm burger for that first bite of cheeseburgery goodness and ...
"Ahh, my milk! My milk!!!" Katie has spilled her milk. Head back to the drink station for some napkins to clean the mess. Wipe up the table, floor and child. Throw away the wet napkins.
Sit down, pick up your room temperature burger and ...
"I need more ketchup." "Already!" "Yes, Mooooom, I can't eat my fries without ketchup." *sigh* "Fine." Return to the drink station, your home away from home, for more ketchup.
Sit down, throw a rubbery fry in your mouth before anyone can say anything and ...
"This burger isn't plain. I wanted a plain burger. This one has stuff on it!! I can't eat it unless it's plain." She never said she wanted plain. Go up to the counter and get her a new burger. Plain.
Sit down. Pick up your freezing cold burger, bring it to your mouth and ...
"There's no ketchup on this burger." Are you freaking kidding me??? Stomp up to the drink counter and get her some ketchup.
Sit down, shove the burger in your face and take a bite. Pick up a fry and ...
"I need more orange soda." Curse under your breath, grab the stupid cup, return to the damn drink station and fill up Michael's drink.
Return to the table. Check your watch. Oh, crap! It's time for school. Throw everything away and rush the kids out the door.
Total food consumed: Two fries and one bite of cheeseburger.
Total calories: about 30
Now, to the comic relief:
The McDonalds Diet, by Casey
I recently lost 40 lbs. I've still got a little to lose, but I can see big changes in my body. I guess my friends can see the changes too, because many of them have been asking how I did it. I'll share my secret with you. I've been eating nothing but fast food - anything I want off the menu. There are only 2 rules to this diet: you have to bring your kids with you and you can't bring any food home. Here's a typical meal on my diet:
First, place your order. "I'll take one chicken nugget Happy Meal with fries and an orange soda for Michael. The lady will have a hamburger meal with apple dippers and a chocolate milk. I'd like a double cheeseburger with fries and a coke, super-sized." Really, you can order anything you want!
Take your food and the kids to a table and wait for the dieting magic.
Pass out everyone's food. Open the chocolate milk. Oops, forgot Katie's straw. Go back to the drink station and get her one.
Sit back down. Bring that hot, tasty burger to your lips and ...
"I need ketchup for my fries." Check to see if Katie needs any ketchup while you're up. She doesn't. Return to the drink station and get Michael some ketchup.
Sit back down. Pick up your warm burger for that first bite of cheeseburgery goodness and ...
"Ahh, my milk! My milk!!!" Katie has spilled her milk. Head back to the drink station for some napkins to clean the mess. Wipe up the table, floor and child. Throw away the wet napkins.
Sit down, pick up your room temperature burger and ...
"I need more ketchup." "Already!" "Yes, Mooooom, I can't eat my fries without ketchup." *sigh* "Fine." Return to the drink station, your home away from home, for more ketchup.
Sit down, throw a rubbery fry in your mouth before anyone can say anything and ...
"This burger isn't plain. I wanted a plain burger. This one has stuff on it!! I can't eat it unless it's plain." She never said she wanted plain. Go up to the counter and get her a new burger. Plain.
Sit down. Pick up your freezing cold burger, bring it to your mouth and ...
"There's no ketchup on this burger." Are you freaking kidding me??? Stomp up to the drink counter and get her some ketchup.
Sit down, shove the burger in your face and take a bite. Pick up a fry and ...
"I need more orange soda." Curse under your breath, grab the stupid cup, return to the damn drink station and fill up Michael's drink.
Return to the table. Check your watch. Oh, crap! It's time for school. Throw everything away and rush the kids out the door.
Total food consumed: Two fries and one bite of cheeseburger.
Total calories: about 30
May 10, 2009
Exp 5/11 The Mommy Files: Fushion Brand Cooking Gadgets
Anyone who knows me, knows my love of everything gadgety (gadget-like, gadgetish?) I love me some gadgets. The Mommy Files comes thru with a big scoop of gadgety goodness. So scoot that comfy desk chair over to The Mommy Files http://www.themommy-files.com/2009/04/review-giveaway-fusion-brands.html or you can click the button on the sidebar. Good luck and hurry hurry! This expires tomorrow.
Exp 5/11 The Downtown Boutique: Sugar Fly Pendant
Win a personalized Sugar Fly Designs Pendant at The Downtown Boutique http://thedowntownboutique.blogspot.com/2009/05/sugar-fly-designs.html
Exp 5/11 So Much More Than A Mom: Joolwe G/A
So Much More Than A Mom is hosting a Joolwe http://www.joolwe.com giveaway of a Sterling Silver Rectangular Amythest Pendant Necklace. Be sure to enter soon as this giveaway expires tomorrow! http://somuchmorethanamom.wordpress.com/2009/05/04/joolwecom-online-jewelry-store-product-review-giveaway/
5/10-16 Monkey Mayhem - Baby Week
Monkey Mayhem is celebrating Baby Week. Get in on the action by clicking the Monkey Mayhem Baby Week button on my sidebar or going directly to the site http://www.monkey-mayhem.net
Exp 5/11 Monkey Mayhem - Family Auto Stickers
Enter to win a set of those really cute family stickers people put on their back windows designed by http://www.grafxdosgueros.com/family_decals.php So scoot your desk chair over to Monkey Mayhem and get your contest on. http://www.monkey-mayhem.net/2009/05/family-stickers-reviewgiveaway.html If you'd prefer, you can go directly to the Monkey Mayhem home page via the two buttons on the sidebar.
Exp 5/11 Mommy Musings - Finish Quantum and Jet Dry
2 winners will receive a box of Finish Quantum Tabs and a bottle of Jet Dry from Mommy Musings. Hurry, hurry! This giveaway ends tomorrow. http://www.mommymusings.com/finish-quantum-and-jet-dry-turbo-dry-review-giveaway/
Exp 5/11 Mama Makes Money: Nacho Mama Tee
Another chance to win a Nacho Mama Tee http://www.nachomamatees.com/servlet/StoreFront from Mama Makes Money. Better hurry, it ends tomorrow: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/nacho-mama-tees-review-and-giveaway.html
Exp 5/11 Look What Mom Found: Nachomamas t-shirt
Win your choice of a Tshirt from Nacho Mama's Tees http://www.nachomamatees.com/ at Look What Mom Found. Hurry it ends tomorrow. http://www.lookwhatmomfound.com/2009/04/nachomamatees-review-and-giveaway.html
Exp 5/11 Label Daddy $50 GC
Win a $50 GC to Label Daddy http://labeldaddy.blogspot.com/2009/05/label-everything-you-love-this-summer.html
Exp 5/11 Days like These: Dropps Laundry Detergent
The folks at Dropps have made it easy to do the laundry (no measuring, no sticky or drippy jugs of detergent, and Days Like These had made it easy to win these little wonders. Enter here for your chance to win! http://www.tanyetta.com/2009/05/dropps-liquid-laundry-pacs-review-and.html
Exp 5/11 Busy Mom - Coffee Bean Sampler
Win a Coffee Bean Sampler Pack from Coffee Bean Direct http://www.coffeebeandirect.com/ at Busy Mom http://busy-mommy.com/2009/05/coffee-bean-direct-sampler-pack-giveaway.html
Exp 5/11 Blondes, Poop and Mascara - PZI jeans
Win your choice of PZI jeans at Blondes, Poop and Mascara http://blondespoopmascara.blogspot.com/2009/05/giveaway-pair-of-pzi-jeans.html
Exp 5/11 Blessings Abound - Lime Ricki Swimwear
Win your chance to shop for a nice swimsuit set from Lime Ricki at Belssings Abound
http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/05/01/giveaway-pool-05-01-2009/
http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/05/01/giveaway-pool-05-01-2009/
Exp 5/11 A Little Etsy Love - Another Leaf Memory Game
Win a memory game from Another Leaf at A Little Etsy Love http://etsyfix.blogspot.com/2009/05/monday-giveway-another-leaf.html
Exp 5/11 A Giveaway Addictted Mommy: Finish Quantum g/a
Enter for your chance to win a 2 pkgs of Finish Quantum and 2 bottles of Jet Dry at A Giveaway Addicted Mommy http://nateandjakeandme.blogspot.com/2009/04/dishes-clean-from-start-with-finish.html
Exp 5/11 A Daily Dose Of Toni - Pink Vado Camcorder
A Daily Dose of Toni is offering a fab g/a of a pnik Vado camcorder. You'll find her button on my sidebar or you can go directly to the contest here: http://www.juststopscreaming.com/2009/04/mothers-day-gift-idea-giveaway-vado.html
Exp 5/11 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires : Hotel For Dogs DVD
Win the "Hotel For Dogs" DVD http://www.hotelfordogsmovie.com/ at 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/05/giveaway-review-hotel-for-dogs-dvd.html
Exp 5/11 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires - Funky Kidz Cd
Get funky, baby! 3 Garnets and 2 Sapphires is offering you and opportunity to get your groove on with the Funky Kidz CD http://www.funkykidzmusic.com/index.htm You can hit one of her buttns on my sidebar or go to directly to the giveaway here:
http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/05/giveaway-review-funky-kidz-music-cd.html
http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/05/giveaway-review-funky-kidz-music-cd.html
May 9, 2009
Exp 5/10 The Life Of A Home Mom - Chlorox Canisters
Cool Beans! I want one of these. These Chlorox canisters have a more finished and appealing look than the regular ones. They have colors to match nearly any decor. Our hostess at The Life Of A Home Mom is kindly offering the chance to win one of your own. Just scoot your desk chair over to The Life Of A Home Mom and get started: http://homemom3.blogspot.com/2009/05/mothers-day-giveaway.html
Exp 5/10 Oh hey, what's up - Joolwe
Win a totally wicked cz skull necklace from Joolwe at Oh hey, What's up? http://corrinrenee.com/giveaway-silver-jewelry-from-joolwe/
Exp 5/10 Mommy Mandy - Sticky Words
Win your choice of vinyl wall decor quotes at Mommy Mandy. You can click on her button (there on the right, 'bout halfway down) or go directly to the giveaway here: http://www.mommymandy.com/2009/04/mothers-day-sticky-words-giveaway.html
Exp 5/10 Lillyshaystyle - Tiny Dew Drops
Win a beautiful freshwater pearl necklace from Tiny Dew Drops at Lillyshaystyle http://lillyshaystyle.blogspot.com/2009/04/blog-giveaway-tinydewdrops.html
Exp 5/10 MomsTakeOnThings - Subway P.E.P. Rally
Win a super neato PEP Rally pack from Subway at http://www.momstakeonthings.com/?p=3476 Be sure to enter soon as this one expires tomorrow. Good luck to all
Exp 5/10 Eight MPH Mom - ELF cosmetics
Eighty MPH Mom keeps rolling along with her Mother's Day Week of Giveaways. Today's gift is an E.L.F. cosmetics kit. You can enter here http://eightymphmom.blogspot.com/2009/05/mothers-day-giveaway-day-six-elf.html,
go straight to her site at http://eightymphmom.blogspot.com or click on her button or blogroll link on the sidebar. Good luck to all.
go straight to her site at http://eightymphmom.blogspot.com or click on her button or blogroll link on the sidebar. Good luck to all.
Exp 5/10 BusymommyProductReviews - Yoplait Kids Pack
Enter to win a Yoplait kids pack at Busy Mommy Product Review
http://busymommyproductreview.blogspot.com/2009/04/yoplait-for-kids-review-and-giveaway.html
http://busymommyproductreview.blogspot.com/2009/04/yoplait-for-kids-review-and-giveaway.html
Exp 5/10 Audrey's Spot - Country Bob's BBQ Sauce
Win 2 coupons for free Country Bob's BBQ Sauce at Audrey's Spot. http://audreysspot.blogspot.com/2009/04/country-bobs-bbq-sauce-giveaway.html
Exp 5/10 An Island Life - Body Shop Collection
Enter to win a collection of Body Shop (http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com/bodyshop/) products at An Island Life http://islandlife808.com/giveaways/what-kind-of-mom-are-you-giveaway/
Exp 5/10 A Couch With A View - N-fini shapewear
Got lumps? I do. That's why I want to win the n-fini shapewear giveaway at A Couch With A View. You can check out da' Couch by clicking your choice of two (2!) buttons. A Couch With A View or A Couch With A View "Snazzy Summer" Want to go directly to the giveaway? Here's the link: http://acouchwithaview.blogspot.com/2009/05/n-fini-shape-review-giveaway.html
Exp 5/10 A Couch With A View - A Whole Lotta Pampering
You know you need it! Pampering, that is. Casey at A Couch With A View comes thru again with just the thing you need, the mother of all pampering kits. (Aren't I punny - mother/mother's day) hee hee. Why am I the only one laughing? Oh well, I'm having a good time. You can check out my chicklet, Casey, by hittin' her button on the sidebar or use this link to go directly to the contest: http://acouchwithaview.blogspot.com/2009/05/mega-mamas-day-giveaway.html
May 8, 2009
Exp 5/10 100CafeStreet - Cake Vase
Enter to win a CakeVase set from cakevase.com at 100Cafe Street http://www.100cafestreet.com/cakevase-giveaway/
also see 1HappyCorner.com and chicBuds.com
also see 1HappyCorner.com and chicBuds.com
Exp 5/9 Design Baby - Tiny Tag
Win a necklace from Tiny Tag at Design Baby
http://www.designbaby.net/2009/04/tiny-tag-designs-giveaway.html
http://www.designbaby.net/2009/04/tiny-tag-designs-giveaway.html
Exp 5/9 Coupon Queens - Chagrin Valley Soap
WIn a $25 GC to Chagrin Valley Soap & Craft at Coupon Queens. http://couponqueenslaurelrun.blogspot.com/2009/05/its-here-chagrin-valley-gift.html
Exp 5/9 Blisstree- pingg cards
Enter at Blisstree for your chance to win 20 pingg cards. Check it out! There will be TEN winners
http://www.blisstree.com/sheknowsparties/opportunity-to-win-pingg-cards/
http://www.blisstree.com/sheknowsparties/opportunity-to-win-pingg-cards/
Exp 5/9 Blessings Abound - Things Remembered
Blessings Abound is offering you a chance to win a Things Remembered charm bracelet or necklace with started charm of your choice with engraving. You can click on the Blessings Abound button on my sidebar or you can enter here http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/04/28/tell-her-story-at-things-remembered-mothers-day-giveaway/
Exp 5/9 An Island Life - Kiss My Face
Enter to win a Kiss My Face entire line of Potent & Pure products and some Shimmer and Shine ones to boot! Check out Kiss my Face here: http://www.kissmyfacewebstore.com/index.asp gift from An Island Life http://islandlife808.com/giveaways/kiss-my-face-potent-pure-complete-facial-care-system-giveaway/
Exp 5/9 A Psych Mommy - Things Remembered
File this under WANT! A Psych Mommy is offering a chance to win a Charm bracelet or necklace from Things Remembered with your choice of charm with engraving! I really want this as I don't have a charm bracelet. Difficult to understand? Yes. I'm so charming, but no bracelet. How can this be? Well, I'm going to do my best to win this little beauty by earning all the entries I can. You can too. Enter here http://www.apsychmommy.com/2009/04/spotlight-things-remembered-and.html
or click the A Psych Mommy button on my sidebar.
Good Luck to All, Heather
or click the A Psych Mommy button on my sidebar.
Good Luck to All, Heather
Exp 5/9 A Giveaway Addicted Mommy - NNichols Giveaway
Want to win a personlized coffee cup & tote bag from NNichols http://nnichols.com You can enter at A giveaway Addicted Mommy:
http://nateandjakeandme.blogspot.com/2009/05/nnichols-personalized-gifts-review-and.html
http://nateandjakeandme.blogspot.com/2009/05/nnichols-personalized-gifts-review-and.html
May 7, 2009
Exp 5/8 Sanity Is For Those Without Children - Firefly
Win a Firefly children's phone at Sanity Is For Those Without Children. My daughter had one of these before she was ready to move up to a regular phone (read: phone with a million buttons, or rather 9 buttons and a million ways to rack up those cell phone charges.) The Firefly worked great. It is very simple to operate, the icons are clear and you can stay in touch. Personally, I wish they had one for moms. When I'm at home, I need to call work. When I'm at work, I need to call home. Anyway, I digress. Get over to Sanity Is For Those Without Children (isn't that the truth!) and enter to win a Firefly for your little one (or yourself, I won't tell.) Enter here: http://sanityisforthosewithoutchildren.blogspot.com/2009/05/firefly-giveaway-always-be-able-to-talk.html You'll also find the button on my sidebar. Good luck to all.
Exp 5/8 The Girl In Paradise - Break Pal
WANT! I think everyone knows by now that I want the BreakPal really bad. Everytime I read a review I want it even more. Well, The Girl In Paradise is keeping my hopes up with a BreakPal giveaway with 5(!) yes, that's FIVE winners! That means I could be one!!!! And you could be one, too. So, scoot your desk chair over to The Girl In Paradise and enter now. The giveaway expires tomorrow. Enter here: http://www.girlinparadise.com/2009/04/16/fitness-even-at-work-with-breakpal/
If you find out you've won, come back and post so I know where to come steal it. Oops, did I say that? I meant, come by your house and personally congratulate you. Yes, that's what I meant. Seriously. No worries.
Heather
If you find out you've won, come back and post so I know where to come steal it. Oops, did I say that? I meant, come by your house and personally congratulate you. Yes, that's what I meant. Seriously. No worries.
Heather
Exp 5/8 Three Different Directions - Romano Grill Kit
Enter for a Romano Grill Dinner Kit at Three Different Directions http://www.threedifferentdirections.com/2009/05/macaroni-grill-gift-basket-giveaway.html
Exp 5/8 Thrifty Maven - Bride Wars DVD & Paper Shouts
Win a Bride Wars DVD and a $25 GC to Paper Shouts at Thrifty Maven http://thriftymaven.com/?p=1714&cpage=3#comment-1110
Exp 5/8 A Daily Dose of Toni - Photofiddle $50GC
Want! A Daily Dose of Toni is offering a chance to win a $50 GC to Photofiddle. http://www.juststopscreaming.com/2009/04/mothers-day-gift-ideas-day-1-preserve.html Now, I hesitate to even share this with you as I want to be the winner, but not sharing would be wrong. IF loving art is wrong, I don't wanna be right. (sob) Better hurry, you only have until tomorrow to stab me in the heart... I mean, to enter the contest. Enter here: http://www.juststopscreaming.com/search/label/giveaways
Exp 5/8 3 Kids and Us - Things Remembered
Things Remembered http://www.thingsremembered.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Category_10001_9951_4804_4804_?int=charms_txt&position=HPright is offering one lucky winner the choice of a Charm Story 40" necklace or 8" Charm Bracelet with your choice of charm with engraving to start you off on your own charmed story. You can enter at 3 Kids and Us http://3kidsandus.com/2009/things-remembered-charm-story-line-mothers-day-giveaway/
May 6, 2009
Exp 5/7 Simple Finds - Get Your Spring On
Enter the Simple Finds "Get Your Spring On" giveaway for a $25 GC to Shade Clothing. Hurry, it expires tomorrow and you don't want to miss out on some really cool clothes.
http://www.simple-finds.com/2009/04/get-your-spring-on.html
http://www.simple-finds.com/2009/04/get-your-spring-on.html
Exp 5/7 Rave and Review - Joann Transfer bag
Because you can never have enough purses, enter to win a Joann Transfer bag at Rave and Review http://raveandreview.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/04/the-transfer-bag-by-joann-review-and-giveaway.html or you can take the link from their button on my sidebar. Good luck to all.
Exp 5/7 Piece of Me - Layers $25 GC
Enter for a $25 GC to Layers Clothing at Piece of Me. Hurry, it ends tomorrow http://makingmyamericandream.blogspot.com/2009/04/layers-clothing-review-giveaway.html
Exp 5/7 Mama Makes Money - Nikita Lynn Giveaway
Mam Makes Money continues her Girly Giveaway Extravaganza with a 3 pc Anna cosmetic set from Nikita Lynn http://www.nikitalynn.com/
Enter here: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-28-nikita-lynn.html
Enter here: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-28-nikita-lynn.html
Exp 5/7 Jolly Mom - $50 Happy Green Bee credit
Win a $50 credit to http://www.happygreenbee.com to choose an item up to $50 at Jolly Mom http://www.jollymom.com
Exp 5/7 Feisty Frugal & Fabulous - Pences Giveaway
Win a Pences stationary set and a "coffe" onesie at Feisty Frugal and Fabulous
http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/pences.html
http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/pences.html
Exp 5/7 Feisty, Frugal and Fabulous - Breathe Natural
Win your choice of Breathe Natural Hand soap at Feisty Frugal and Fabulous http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/breathe-natural-bath-and-body-products.html
Exp 5/7 Eighty MPH Mom - Finish Detergent
Win Finish detergent and Jet dry at Eighty MPH Mom http://eightymphmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/finish-quantum-and-jet-dry-turbo-dry.html
Exp 5/7 Eighty MPH Mom - It's a Glam Thing
Enter at Eighty MPH Mom for a chance to win an It's A Glam Thing prize pack http://eightymphmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/its-glam-thing-gift-pack-giveaway.html
Exp 5/7 Cool Baby Kid - Invisible Stripes Tee
Enter to win an Invisible Stripes tee at Cool Baby Kid http://www.coolbabykid.com/2009/04/invisible-stripes-cute-edgy-graphic.html
Exp 5/7 Baby Loving Mama - Things Remebered
Enter to win a charm bracelet from Things Remembered at Baby Loving Mama
http://www.babylovingmama.com/2009/04/oh-so-charming-things-remembered-charm.html
http://www.babylovingmama.com/2009/04/oh-so-charming-things-remembered-charm.html
Exp 5/7 Any Lucky Day - Boog bag
Enter to win a really spiffy Boog bag at Any Lucky Day. There are chances to win extra entries so read the rules carefully
http://anyluckyday.com/contest-of-the-day-booq-mamba-saddle-bag
http://anyluckyday.com/contest-of-the-day-booq-mamba-saddle-bag
Exp 5/7 An Island Review - Suncare Giveaway
Win the suncare giveaway (cool stuff) read all about it while you're there. Cool blog.
http://islandlife808.com/islandreview/reviewes-giveaways/suncare-giveaway/
http://islandlife808.com/islandreview/reviewes-giveaways/suncare-giveaway/
Exp 5/8 A Couch With A View - Dora table toppers
Win Dora the Explorer table toppers at A Couch With a View http://acouchwithaview.blogspot.com/2009/04/convenience-and-cleanliness.html
Exp 5/8 A Couch With A View - Florastor
Enter to win Florastor at A Couch With A View, while you're there, look around. Host is a cool chick. http://acouchwithaview.blogspot.com/2009/04/florastor-kids.html
Exp 5/7 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires - Lapton Skin
Win a Star Trek Laptop Skin http://www.envirosax.com/products/graphic_series/ for a 15" laptop at 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/04/giveaway-star-trek-gel-skin-fits-15.html
Exp 5/7 3 Garnets and 2 Sapphires - Envirosax
Win Envirosax Candy http://www.envirosax.com/products/graphic_series/ Print at 3 Garnets and 2 Sapphires http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/04/giveaway-review-envirosax-reusable-tote.html
May 5, 2009
Exp 5/6 As They Grow Up - Ahnu Shoes
Win your choice of Ahnu shoes at As They Grow Up
http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/ahnu-shoes-review-giveaway.html
Exp 5/6 A Hook, A Line, And A Girl - Joolwe
Win a cz set from Joolwe at A Hook, A Line, and a Girl
http://www.ahookalineandagirl.com/2009/04/joolwe-giveaway.html
http://www.ahookalineandagirl.com/2009/04/joolwe-giveaway.html
May 4, 2009
Exp 5/5 My Organized Chaos - Praireland skin care
Win Prairieland skin care at My Organized Chaos http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/prairieland-herbs-with-giveaway.html
Exp 5/5 Mama Makes Money Girly Giveaway Extravaganza
Mama Makes Money has some more Girly Giveaways for us! These expire tomorrow so hurry!
Giveaway #35 Win a $25 GC to RainbowSwirlz http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=9941 Enter here:
http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-35-rainbowswirlz.html
Giveaway #36 $25GC to Lemon Lollipop http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5575174
Enter here: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-36-lemon-lollipop.html
Giveaway #37 Choice of earrings: Ms. Peacock Singlefeather, Octopussy Rectangle in white or black or Octobussy Seagrass in white or black from This Ilk http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6836414
Enter Here: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-37-this-ilk.html
Giveaway #38 Win a Luxe Funk-tional Compartment Laptop Sleeve in Pink Flutter from Melissa Beth Designs http://www.melissabeth.com/
Enter Here: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-38-melissa-beth-designs.html
Good Luck To All
Giveaway #35 Win a $25 GC to RainbowSwirlz http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=9941 Enter here:
http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-35-rainbowswirlz.html
Giveaway #36 $25GC to Lemon Lollipop http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5575174
Enter here: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-36-lemon-lollipop.html
Giveaway #37 Choice of earrings: Ms. Peacock Singlefeather, Octopussy Rectangle in white or black or Octobussy Seagrass in white or black from This Ilk http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6836414
Enter Here: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-37-this-ilk.html
Giveaway #38 Win a Luxe Funk-tional Compartment Laptop Sleeve in Pink Flutter from Melissa Beth Designs http://www.melissabeth.com/
Enter Here: http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-38-melissa-beth-designs.html
Good Luck To All
Exp 5/10 Hip Mama's Place - 7 Days of Fabulous
And it IS fabulous. Go to Hip Mama's Place right now. Are you there yet? No? Then you must still be here, reading this. You will want to go there soon, so I'll start you off with a little teaser.
Seven. Days. Of. Fabulous. There, you made me say it. Now get over there and enter ASAP. (Be sure to read her instructions, they are very specific. Don't DQ yourself.)
http://www.hipmamasplace.com/2009/05/7-days-of-fabulous-gifts-for-moms-hmp.html
Seven. Days. Of. Fabulous. There, you made me say it. Now get over there and enter ASAP. (Be sure to read her instructions, they are very specific. Don't DQ yourself.)
http://www.hipmamasplace.com/2009/05/7-days-of-fabulous-gifts-for-moms-hmp.html
Exp 5/5 Good Golly Miss Blondie - Top It Off Accessories
Win your choice of flip flops from Top It Off Accessories at Goog Golly Miss Blonde
http://www.goodgollymissblondie.com/2009/04/top-it-off-accessories-giveaway.html
http://www.goodgollymissblondie.com/2009/04/top-it-off-accessories-giveaway.html
Exp 5/5 Feisty Frugal and Fabulous - Kinesys sunscreen
Win two 4 oz. sunscreens from Kinesys at Feisty, Frugal and Fabulous http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/kinesys.html
Exp 5/5 Eighty MPH Mom - Amino Genesis Cream
"Win Amino Genesis Wrinkle Arrest Cream and Health Dropz at Eighty MPH Mom! http://eightymphmom.blogspot.com".
Exp 5/5 dkmommyspot - Save Your World shamoo & conditioner giveaway
Win a Save Your World shampoo and conditioner set at dkmommyspot
http://dkmommyspot.com/save-your-world-color-safe-shampoo-conditioner-giveaway/
http://dkmommyspot.com/save-your-world-color-safe-shampoo-conditioner-giveaway/
Exp 5/5 Blessing Abound - Hallmark gift card set
Win a Hallmark gift card set at Blessings Abound http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/04/27/send-your-mom-all-your-love-with-hallmark-giveaway/
Exp 5/5 Blessings Abound - Clean and Green
Win 2 pet cleaners from Clean and Green at Blessings Abound http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/04/25/green-clean-review-giveaway/
Exp 5/5 An Ordinary Life - Kodak digital frame
Win a Kodak digital picture frame at An Ordinary Life http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/celebrate-mom-with-kodak.html
Exp 5/5 A Wresting Addicted Mommy - Softsoap starter Kit
Win a Softsoap package at A Wrestling Addicted Mommy http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/k-ids-in-house-means-lots-of-hand.html
Exp 5/5 A Wrestling Addicted Mommy - Carolyns Aprons
Super cute alert! (woo woo woo) Win a very sexy hot pink apron from Carolyn's Aprons. But believe me, if you're wearing this apron you'll be making something, but it ain't gonna dinner - straight to dessert! Enter here at A Wrestlin Addicted Mommy http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/mama-is-hot-in-kitchen.html
Exp 5/5 A Hook, A line, and a Girl - Break Pal
I sooooooooooo want this. Hesitant to even share the contest with anyone - but that would be wrong. And I want to do right. And I really want to do this exercise program. Break Pal is an exercise and stretching program you do at your desk at intervals you set. Here's the link to A hook, a line, and a girl so you can enter, too http://kaseyreon.blogspot.com/2009/04/break-pal-review-giveaway.html
Exp 5/5/ A Daily Dose of Toni - Haagen Daz Ice Cream
Enter at A Daily Dose of Toni for your chance to win a coupon for a FREE 14 oz. container of Haagen Daz. http://www.juststopscreaming.com/2009/04/haagen-dazs-five-review-and-giveaway.html
May 3, 2009
Exp 5/4 Happily Blended - Basa Body package
Enter to win a Basa Body gift set at Happily Blended http://happilyblended.com/2009/04/1167/
While you're there, please read her very informative blog and learn more about Mom It Forward www.momitforward.com
While you're there, please read her very informative blog and learn more about Mom It Forward www.momitforward.com
Exp 5/4 Hip Mamas Place - Bracelets
Win a $30 gift certificate for Something 2 Brag About from Hip Mamas Place
http://www.hipmamasplace.com/2009/04/sparkly-and-beautiful-mommy-bracelets.html
http://www.hipmamasplace.com/2009/04/sparkly-and-beautiful-mommy-bracelets.html
Exp 5/4 Jolly Mom - Trendy Peas Painting
Enter to win a Trendy Peas http://www.trendypeas.com painting from Jolly Mom http://www.jollymom.com
Exp 5/4 Lisa Reviews - Hallmark Card Package
This is a new site for me. Very cute. You can enter for her Hallmark Card Package which includes 2 of those recordable cards - one for Mother's Day the other for Dad. While you're there entering, and I know you will be, take a look around. You won't be disappointed. http://lisareviews.com/2009/04/27/hallmark-review-and-giveaway/
Exp 5/4 Mami's Time Out - Pilates DVD
Enter to win a Pilates DVD
http://mamistimeout.com/2009/04/20/win-a-giliam-pilates-dvd/
http://mamistimeout.com/2009/04/20/win-a-giliam-pilates-dvd/
Exp 5/4 Maria's Space - Break Pal
COOL BEANS ALERT!!!
Go to Maria's Space and enter for a Break Pal Memebership (she's giving away 3!) This is an exercise program that pops up at an interval you set yourself. If it's not a good time to take a break, you can exit out easily and it will pop up at the next interval. This is so awesome! You can enter here and while you're over at Maria's Space read more about the Break Pal http://reesspace.blogspot.com/2009/04/get-fit-at-your-desk-review-giveway-3.html
Go to Maria's Space and enter for a Break Pal Memebership (she's giving away 3!) This is an exercise program that pops up at an interval you set yourself. If it's not a good time to take a break, you can exit out easily and it will pop up at the next interval. This is so awesome! You can enter here and while you're over at Maria's Space read more about the Break Pal http://reesspace.blogspot.com/2009/04/get-fit-at-your-desk-review-giveway-3.html
Exp 5/4 Mommy Goggles - Cloth Couture
Win a set of "sushi" wipes from Cloth Couture at Mommy Goggles http://www.mommygoggles.com/cloth-couture/
Exp 5/4 Mommy Goggles - Medibag G/A
Enter at Mommy Goggles for your chance to win your choice of Medibags
http://www.mommygoggles.com/medibag/
http://www.mommygoggles.com/medibag/
Exp 5/4 Mud Bug - Dole $25 Coupons
Enter to win the Dole $25 coupons giveaway
http://mud-bug.com/2009/04/dole-make-me-a-chef-contest-and-giveaway/
http://mud-bug.com/2009/04/dole-make-me-a-chef-contest-and-giveaway/
Exp 5/4 My Mom's View - Lavish & Lime $25GC
WIn a $25 GC to Lavish & Lime http://mymomsview.com/index.php/2009/04/lavish-lime-review-giveaway/
Exp 5/4 My Mom's View - SlimPerfect
Win your choice of a Slimperfect top, bottom or DRESS (I so want to win this!) at My Mom's View http://mymomsview.com/index.php/2009/04/slim-perfect-review-giveaway/
Exp 5/4 My Sentiments ExactLee - Kiss My Face
Win a Kiss My Face gift set at My Sentiments ExactLee http://www.mysentimentexactlee.com/2009/04/in-honor-of-earth-day-kiss-my-face.html
Exp 5/4 Pho for 5 - Tiny Prints Necklace
Win a Tiny Prints original stamped charm necklace at Pho for 5 http://www.goodhappenings.com/?p=851
Exp 5/4 Red Sox Mommy - CLR prize back
Enter at Red Sox Mommy for your chance to win a CLR package
http://redsoxmommy.blogspot.com/2009/04/get-environmentally-friendly-with-clr.html
http://redsoxmommy.blogspot.com/2009/04/get-environmentally-friendly-with-clr.html
Exp 5/4 Simply Being Mom - Douglas Plush Toys
Win a non-oversized plush toy from Simply Being Mom http://simplybeingmommy.com/2009/04/27/douglas-plush-toys-review-and-giveaway/
Exp 5/4 Simply Being Mom - Dr Fresh Giveaway
Win a Dr. Fresh Firefly toothpaste prize at Simply Being Mom
http://simplybeingmommy.com/2009/04/27/dr-fresh-firefly-toothbrush-review-and-giveaway/
http://simplybeingmommy.com/2009/04/27/dr-fresh-firefly-toothbrush-review-and-giveaway/
5/4 Tara's View of the World - Sinupret prize pack
Enter to win a Sinupret prize pack http://www.tarasviewoftheworld.com/2009/04/sinupret-for-kids-review-giveaway.html
Exp 5/4 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires - KinEsys sunscreen
Win a Kinesys sunscreen pack http://www.kinesysstore.com/ at 3 Garnets and 2 Sapphires
at http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/04/giveaway-review-kinesys-sunscreen-for.html
at http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/04/giveaway-review-kinesys-sunscreen-for.html
Exp 5/4 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires - Edible Gifts Plus $40 GC
Win a $40 GC to Edible Gifts Plus http://www.ediblegiftsplus.com/ at 3 Garnet & 2 Sapphires
http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/04/giveaway-review-edible-gifts-plus.html
http://3garnetsn2sapphires.blogspot.com/2009/04/giveaway-review-edible-gifts-plus.html
May 2, 2009
Exp 5/3 Crazy Working Mom- Photofiddle GC
Enter at Crazy Working Mom http://www.crazyworkingmom.com/2009/04/photofiddle-funny-name-great-idea.html for a $50 Photofiddle Gift Certificate
Exp 5/3 An Island Life - Sunfiltered Giveaway
An Island Life is offering a Sundance package from http://www.sundancechannel.com/sunfiltered/ You can enter here
http://islandlife808.com/giveaways/sunfiltered-giveaway/
http://islandlife808.com/giveaways/sunfiltered-giveaway/
Exp 5/3 - I Stop Mom - Magna Play Giveaway
Why didn't they7 have these toys when we were kids? At least our kids can enjoy them. Check out Magna Play at 1StopMom
http://1stopmomgiveaways.blogspot.com/2009/04/magnaplay-review-and-giveaway.html
http://1stopmomgiveaways.blogspot.com/2009/04/magnaplay-review-and-giveaway.html
Weekly Wrap Up - Heather's Hurricane Winners
I'd like to thank the following:
1. Berri Sweet Picks http://berriesweetpicks.blogspot.com/ for the photo book contest. This a really cute site. Informative and fun. Please give it a look see.
2. I Like Pretty http://ilikepretty.blogspot.com/2009/04/balderdash-makes-me-happy.html for choosing me the winner of her mystery prize giveaway. Follow the link and read my entry. I'm so funny. Speaking (or rather, typing,) of funny - check out her cool crafts at http://www.uglybaby.etsy.com/ I never thought of art for the shower, but now I ralize how under-utilized that space is for art display. Of course, only my family will be able to enjoy it, but I have plans. Bwah ha ha. When people come in my house, I'll tell them as politely as possible that they "reek" and suggest the take a shower. Now. In my shower. I can hear the complements rolling in already.
3. Green Earth Journey http://greenearthjourney.blogspot.com/ for her e-mail newsletter. If you have a teenage daughter or if you are interested in emerging research regarding women, please read her post http://greenearthjourney.blogspot.com/2009/05/should-teens-ditch-makeup.html
Thanks ladies. You've officially won Heather's Hurricane! What is Heather's Hurricane, you might ask yourself. Well, here's your answer. I'll roll thru your sites with a storm of favoriting: stumble, kirtsy, facebook, digg, technorati, etc. (I think you get the idea.) Good times. Good times.
1. Berri Sweet Picks http://berriesweetpicks.blogspot.com/ for the photo book contest. This a really cute site. Informative and fun. Please give it a look see.
2. I Like Pretty http://ilikepretty.blogspot.com/2009/04/balderdash-makes-me-happy.html for choosing me the winner of her mystery prize giveaway. Follow the link and read my entry. I'm so funny. Speaking (or rather, typing,) of funny - check out her cool crafts at http://www.uglybaby.etsy.com/ I never thought of art for the shower, but now I ralize how under-utilized that space is for art display. Of course, only my family will be able to enjoy it, but I have plans. Bwah ha ha. When people come in my house, I'll tell them as politely as possible that they "reek" and suggest the take a shower. Now. In my shower. I can hear the complements rolling in already.
3. Green Earth Journey http://greenearthjourney.blogspot.com/ for her e-mail newsletter. If you have a teenage daughter or if you are interested in emerging research regarding women, please read her post http://greenearthjourney.blogspot.com/2009/05/should-teens-ditch-makeup.html
Thanks ladies. You've officially won Heather's Hurricane! What is Heather's Hurricane, you might ask yourself. Well, here's your answer. I'll roll thru your sites with a storm of favoriting: stumble, kirtsy, facebook, digg, technorati, etc. (I think you get the idea.) Good times. Good times.
May 1, 2009
Exp 5/2 This Mom Can Shop - Ruthless & Toothless
I love these Ruthless & Toothless onesies. It's like art on your baby. http://www.thismomcanshop.com/2009/04/ruthless-toothless-miami-inkling.html
Exp 5/2 The Not So Blog - Sparklehearts
Win a Sparklehearts product of your choice at The Not So Blog
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/04/sparklehearts-giveaway/
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/04/sparklehearts-giveaway/
Exp 5/2 Pretty Pink Momma - Chocolate gift!
Enter to win a $40 handmade chocolate gift from Michelle's This and That at Pretty Pink Momma http://prettypinkmomma.blogspot.com/2009/04/mothers-day-beautiful-chocolate-gift.html
5/2 My Organized Chaos - Stationary Set
Enter to win a Viva La Violette stationary set at My Organized Chaos
http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/viva-la-violette-with-giveaway.html
http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/viva-la-violette-with-giveaway.html
Exp 5/2 - My Organized Chaos - Candleland
Enter at My Organized Chaos to win a fabulous set of candles from Candleland
http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/candleland-with-giveaway.html
http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/candleland-with-giveaway.html
Exp 5/2 Maria's Space - Bella Bejeweled $25GC
Enter at Maria's Space for your chance to win a $25 GC from Bella Bejewelled
http://reesspace.blogspot.com/2009/04/marias-space-mothers-day-twilight.html
http://reesspace.blogspot.com/2009/04/marias-space-mothers-day-twilight.html
Exp 5/2 Mama Makes Money - Dapple
Enter to win a prize pack from Dapple http://www.dapplebaby.com/ at Mama Makes Money
http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-34-dapple-giveaway.html
http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-34-dapple-giveaway.html
Exp 5/2 Mama Makes Money - n-fini-shape
Enter at Mama Makes Money for your chance to win an n-fini-shape http://www.n-finishape.com/ wear product
http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-30-n-fini-shape.html
http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-30-n-fini-shape.html
Ladies who do...
I'd like to thank Rosalie at http://ilikepretty.blogspot.com for declaring me "officially hilarious."
Her giveaway was a mystery prize (I just LOVE surprises!) To enter, one needed to create a plot for a movie whose title must begin with "Ladies who do..."
For some reason I can't cut/paste my entry so you could read it here. It you'd like a treat, go thru the link above and it will take you to the contest page. Please do. It's a great site and if you need a laugh, it's the place to go.
Rosalie is a stand-up comedian and a water-proof shower art maker. I had no idea such a market existed, but now we know. While you're there to read my entry, poke around the site and see her shower art which ranges from "pretty to weird". It's a blast!
Her giveaway was a mystery prize (I just LOVE surprises!) To enter, one needed to create a plot for a movie whose title must begin with "Ladies who do..."
For some reason I can't cut/paste my entry so you could read it here. It you'd like a treat, go thru the link above and it will take you to the contest page. Please do. It's a great site and if you need a laugh, it's the place to go.
Rosalie is a stand-up comedian and a water-proof shower art maker. I had no idea such a market existed, but now we know. While you're there to read my entry, poke around the site and see her shower art which ranges from "pretty to weird". It's a blast!
Exp 5/2 Blessings Abound - Reusable Tote
Enter for a Reusable tote from Blessings Abound http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/04/22/reusable-bags-earth-day-review-and-giveaway/
Exp 5/2 An Island Life - Photofiddle $50 GC
Enter at An Island Life http://islandlife808.com/giveaways/photofiddlecom-giveaway/ for your chance to win a $50 GC to Photofiddle http://photofiddle.com/index.php?act=home2
Exp 5/1 - The Glamorous WAHM - Pearl Bracelet
Here's to your heart health! Read all about it at the Glamorous WAHM and enter to win one of three freshwater pearl bracelets from the Cherrios heart campaign .http://theglamorouswahm.com/index.php/2009/04/20/heres-to-your-healthy-heart-freshwater-pearl-bracelet-with-heart-charm-giveaway/
Apr 30, 2009
Exp 4/30 A Wrestling Addicted Mommy - Hallmark
Win a Hallmark card pack valued at $32. There are three up for grabs, so you've got a great chance. Enter here http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/hallmark-makes-their-mark.html
Apr 29, 2009
Exp 4/30 3 Peas in a Pod - Wonderful Walls
You can win a $100(!!!)GC to Wonderful Walls http://www.mywonderfulwalls.com/ check it out at 3 Peas in a Pod. This is a very nice site, so give it a good lokk-around while you're there.
http://www.3psinapod.com/2009/04/01/my-wonderful-walls-reviewgiveaway/
http://www.3psinapod.com/2009/04/01/my-wonderful-walls-reviewgiveaway/
Exp 4/30 3 Kids & Us - Pretty Peacock Giveaway
Win a beautiful necklace from The Pretty Peacock http://www.theprettypeacock.com/ Get all the details at 3 Kids & Us
http://3kidsandus.com/2009/the-pretty-peacock-hand-stamped-necklace-giveaway-x-9/
http://3kidsandus.com/2009/the-pretty-peacock-hand-stamped-necklace-giveaway-x-9/
Exp 4/29 MomStart - Tucker Bags
Win Tucker Reusable Bags (very stylish!) at MomStart
http://momstart.com/2009/04/tucker-bags-giveaway/
http://momstart.com/2009/04/tucker-bags-giveaway/
Exp 4/29 Mommy Goggles - Spray-n-Wash
Win a Spray-n-Wash prize at Mommy Goggles
http://www.mommygoggles.com/spray-n-wash/
http://www.mommygoggles.com/spray-n-wash/
Exp 4/29 Mommies With Cents - Hoohobbers
Win a hoohobbers gift set at Mommies With Cents (be sure to read the review about this neato set)
http://www.mommieswithcents.com/2009/04/hoohobbers-review-giveaway.html
http://www.mommieswithcents.com/2009/04/hoohobbers-review-giveaway.html
Exp 4/29 LI Reviews - After Dark Horror Fest
Yes! I live for this movie package to come out every year. They are 8 Films To Die For. Want your chance to win enter here: http://www.li-reviews.com/2009/04/09/li-reviews-giveaway-afterdark-horrorfest-8-films-to-die-for-2009/
Exp 4/29 Is It Monday Already - Tyson Anytizers
http://isitmondayalready.blogspot.com/2009/04/tyson-anytizers-stuffed-minis-review.html
Win 2 coupons for free Tyson Anytizers
Win 2 coupons for free Tyson Anytizers
Exp 4/29 Go Graham Go - Powder Art Set
Win a Powder Art Set www.powderart.com from Go Graham Go http://www.gograhamgo.com/2009/04/powder-art-new-twist-on-paint-by.html
Exp 4/29 Frugal Mommy of 2 Girls - http://frugalmommyof2girls.blogspot.com/2009/04/purely-products-giveaway.html
Enter to win an awesome germicidal device. You have to read the description on this one. It looks way cool. http://frugalmommyof2girls.blogspot.com/2009/04/purely-products-giveaway.html
Exp 4/29 Feisty Frugal And Fabulous - Tshirt
Enter for a t-shirt from Two Blue Cars at Feisty Frugal and Fabuous http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/two-blue-cars.html
Exp 4/29 Feisty Frugal And Fabulous - Peppers and Pollywogs
Enter at Feisty Frugal And Fabulous for parent's book for planning childrens' parties http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/peppers-and-pollywogs.html
Exp 4/29 Feisty Frugal And Fabulous - Om Shanti
Enter at Feisty Frugal And Fabulous for an Om Shanti Gift Set http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/om-shanti-handcrafts.html
Apr 28, 2009
Exp 4/29 Donna's World - So Easy Baby Food
Just think of all the baby food jars you go thru, now think about all the baby food jars you won't be using (think recycle, reuse, reduce!)When I had my daughter, I bought a book called "Feed me, I'm yours." And it had a lot of good advise. I, too, made my daughter's food and froze it in ice cube trays. What I like about this fantastic So Easy Baby Food package is that it has everything you need to know about preparing fresh and frozen foods for your baby, including ice cube tray covers. I can't tell you how much I hated fighting with plastic wrap to cover the food cubes. Go to Donna's World and read her review of this must have product. http://donna444444.blogspot.com/2009/04/so-easy-baby-food-kit-giveaway.html
Exp 4/29 Donna's World - Piggy Paint Giveaway
You must read the review on this! The part about the kid's fingernail polish eating thru the foam paint. If that was an unpleasant surprise, then you'll like this pleasant surprise. There is an alternative, it's called Piggy Paint (like the little piggies). You can enter to win these wonderful and safe nail polishes at Donna's World. Enter here: http://donna444444.blogspot.com/2009/04/piggy-paint-review-and-giveaway.html and be sure to take a look around the site. This is a new one for me and I'm pretty impressed.
Exp 4/29 dkMommy Spot - Selestial Soap
Enter at dkMommy Spot for your chance to win a Selestial Soap package http://dkmommyspot.com/selestial-soap-liquid-laundry-detergent-giveaway/
Exp 4/29 dkMommy Spot - Beauty Without Cruelty
Enter at dkMommy Spot for your chance to win a Beauty Without Cruelty hairspray. http://dkmommyspot.com/beauty-without-cruelty-natural-hold-hairspray-giveaway/
Exp 4/29 Dealicious Mom - Clipo Hippo
Enter for a Playskol Clipo Hippo at Dealicious Mom http://www.dealiciousmom.com/2009/04/playskool-clipo-hippo-review-giveaway.html
Exp 4/29 Cristy's Creations - Cherrios Book Pack
Enter at Christy's Creations http://blog.christyscreations.com/?p=1477 for a gift pack from Cherrios. Read more about the Cherrios Program at http://www.spoonfulsofstoriescontest.com/registration_form/
Exp 4/29 Blessings Abound - Twisted Silver bracelet
Enter at Blessings Abound for a simply beautiful and unique bracelet http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/04/15/twisted-silver-old-world-bracelet-giveaway/
Exp 4/29 As They Grow Up - Umi Shoes
Enter for a pair of Umi shooes http://www.umishoes.com/ at As They Grow Up http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/umi-shoes-review-giveaway.html
Exp 4/29 As They Grow Up - Spa Time product
win a Spa Time Baby http://spatimebaby.com/ product of your choice from As They Grow Up http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/spa-time-baby-review-giveaway.html
Exp 4/29 An Ordinary Life - Pepsi Throwback
Enter for a Pepsi Throwback (or flashback for some of us) package at An Ordinary Life http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/pepsi-throwback-giveaway.html
Exp 4/29 An Island Review - Safety Tats GA
Safety is word one for Safety Tats, http://www.safetytat.com/ the great write on tat with enables you to ensure that your child will have important info available if lost. In addition to the "If Lost" labels, you'll also find food allergy warnings and alerts for specific conditions such as Autism. Do your family a favor and check these out. You can enter to win yours at An Island Review http://islandlife808.com/islandreview/reviewes-giveaways/safetytat-giveaway/
Exp 4/29 A Hook...A line...and a girl - Muvee GA
Enter for an awesome movie making software package at A Hook... A Line... And A Girl:
http://kaseyreon.blogspot.com/2009/04/muvee-reveal-review-giveaway.html
http://kaseyreon.blogspot.com/2009/04/muvee-reveal-review-giveaway.html
Exp 4/28 Piece of me - Momspit GA
No, it's not what you think. It's a collection of fresh smelling cleaners for little faces, etc. You can enter for the package at Piece of Me http://makingmyamericandream.blogspot.com/2009/04/momspit-review-giveaway.html
Exp 4/28 - My Good Cents - EZ-Clean Rack
Enter for an Ez-Clean Rack and learn lots of things you didn't know about your kitchen. http://mygoodcents.net/2009/04/ez-clean-rack-review-and-giveaway/
Apr 27, 2009
Exp 4/28 - MomStart - Tessuta bag GA
Enter at MomStart to win a Tessuta Bag
http://momstart.com/2009/04/tessuta-woven-products-giveaway/
http://momstart.com/2009/04/tessuta-woven-products-giveaway/
Exp 4/28 Mommy Mandy's - Vicks Gift basket
Don't miss this one! Mommy Mandy is offering a giveaway for a Vick's gift basket loaded with all sorts of products for the kids and you (worth $450!!!). Enter here http://www.mommymandy.com/2009/04/vicks-vaporub-comfort-care-giveaway.html
Exp 4/28 Green Mama's Pad - Sweet Pleasures
Green Mama's Pad is giving away for a 1/2 pound box of Rich Rainforest Dark with Walnuts by Earth's Sweet Treasures http://www.earthssweetpleasures.com/index.php You can enter here:
http://www.greenmamaspad.com/2009/04/earths-sweet-pleasures-fudge-review-and.html
http://www.greenmamaspad.com/2009/04/earths-sweet-pleasures-fudge-review-and.html
Exp 4/28 Double Bugs - ME4Kids
Enter for a ME4Kidz at Double Bugs http://doublebugs.com/2009/04/06/me4kidz-medibag-review-and-giveaway/
Exp 4/28 dkMommy Spot - Jasco Makeup GA
Enter at dkMommy Spot for your chance to win Jasco Cosmetics (http://shop.jascoorganics.com/) Be sure to read the product review as there is a lot of good information http://dkmommyspot.com/jasco-mineral-makeup-giveaway/
Ezp 4/28 Cool Baby Kid - Polka Dot Boutique
Enter to win a Polka Dot Boutique Girl's Apron or Boy's Apron ate Cool Baby Kid http://www.coolbabykid.com/2009/04/polka-dot-boutique-personalized-girlie.html
Exp 4/28 Berry Sweet Picks - "Colors My Day" GA
Enter at Berry Sweet Picks for a Create for a She Colors My Day Package http://berriesweetpicks.blogspot.com/2009/04/create-for-cure-with-snapfish.html
Exp 4/28 Baby Lovin Mama - Piggy bank GA
Enter to win your choice of a super cute piggy bank http://www.babylovingmama.com/2009/04/show-me-money-make-more-cents-review.html
While you're there be sure to read the money saving tips.
While you're there be sure to read the money saving tips.
Exp 4/28 - As They Grow Up - Tyson GA
Enter for your chance to win a Tyson mini oven http://www.tyson.com/ at As They Grow Up http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/tyson-anytizers-review.html
Exp 4/28 As They Grow Up - Tshirt GA
Enter As They Grow up Tshirt give away http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/toddler-virtues-review-giveaway.html you can check the tshirts out for yourself at http://toddlervirtues.com/index.html
Exp 4/28 Any Lucky Day - anti-fatigue floor mat
Enter for an anti-fatigue floor mat at Any Lucky Day http://anyluckyday.com/contest-of-the-day-gelpro-anti-fatigue-floor-mat
Exp 4/28 An Ordinary Life - Dinner GA
Enter for an easy dinner pack http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/easy-dinners-that-taste-great-what-for.html
Exp 4/28 An Ordinary Life - Hanna Montana GA
Enter at An Ordinary Life to win a mountain of Hanna Montana items http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/hannah-montana-madness-giveaway.html
Exp 4/28 An Ordinary Life - Ice.com GA
Oh, pretty pretty. Enter for a beautiful Ice.com bracelet at An Ordinary Life http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/celebrate-mothers-day-with-little-ice.html
Exp 4/28 A Little Bliss - Avon Breast Care Awareness GA
Enter A Little Bliss Avon (http://www.avoncompany.com/women/) Breast Cancer Awareness GA http://blissandpieces.blogspot.com/2009/04/for-over-50-years-avon-foundation-has.html
Apr 26, 2009
Exp 4/27 Mommy's Idea - Scrapits Keepsake
Enter for a Scrapits keepsake from Mommy's Idea
http://www.mommysidea.com/2009/04/win-keepsake-from-scrapits.html
http://www.mommysidea.com/2009/04/win-keepsake-from-scrapits.html
Exp 4/27 Mommy's Idea Palm Palms
Enter at Mommy's Idea for a pair of Palm Palm, the no-slip, easy-grip solution to those fears you'll drop the baby when taking him/her out of the tub http://www.mommysidea.com/2009/04/win-pair-of-palm-palms-baby-bath-grips.html
Exp 4/27 Mommy Goggles - Mom Day Card Collection
Enter at Mommy Goggles for an assortment of Mother's Day Cards, so no excuses this year!
http://www.mommygoggles.com/hallmark-mothers-day-cards/
http://www.mommygoggles.com/hallmark-mothers-day-cards/
Exp 4/27 Mommy Goggles - CVS Photo Book Credit
All of these cool Mother's Day present ideas! Here's another good one, enter for a gift code to purchase a CVS Photo Book. Check out the great pictures at Mommy Goggles http://www.mommygoggles.com/cvs-photo/
Exp 4/27 Diana Rambles - Photofiddle $50GC
Check out Diana Rambles http://www.dianarambles.com/2009/04/photofiddle-review-mother-day-giveaway.html for your chance to win a $50GC to Photofidddle http://photofiddle.com/index.php?act=log
Exp 4/27 Delicious Baby - Reusable bags
Enter to win a 4-pack of Chico reusable shopping bags from DeliciousBaby http://www.deliciousbaby.com/journal/2009/apr/22/earth-day-giveaway-4-pack-chico-reusable-shopping-/
Exp 4/27 Cool Baby Kid - Skyoozmee bib
Cool Baby Kid is offering a chance to win a Skyoozmee bib. Even if you're not interested in the burp cloth, be sure to check around the site. You won't be disappointed. http://www.coolbabykid.com/2009/04/skyoozmee-by-m-is-for-mommy-stylish.html
Exp 4/27 Confessions of a Psychotic Housewife - Joolwe
First, gotta love the name of this blog: confessions of a psychotic housewife. Be the coolest mom on the block with CZ encrusted sterling siver "skull and crossbones" necklace from Joolwe.
http://confessions-of-a-psychotic-housewife.blogspot.com/2009/04/shopping-feature-giveaway-joolwe.html
http://confessions-of-a-psychotic-housewife.blogspot.com/2009/04/shopping-feature-giveaway-joolwe.html
Exp. 4/27 Christy's Creations - Betty Crocker "The Mixer" GA
Enter to win A Betty Crocker "The Mixer" http://www.bettycrocker.com/themixer Giveaway at Christy's Creations http://blog.christyscreations.com/?p=1382
Exp 4/27 - As They Grow Up - Mally Bib GA
Enter to win a leather bib from Mally bibs http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/mally-bibs-review-giveaway.html
Exp 4/27 An Ordinary Life - PUR Water Filtration Pitcher
Must read! This giveaway review cracked me up! You must read it, and while you're there, enter for the giveaway. http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/doc-said-i-have-nice-peewait-what.html
Exp 4/27 An Ordinary Life - Elliot Lucca Handbag GA
Can't have enough purses! Enter at An Ordinary Life to win an Elliot Lucca Clutch http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/elliott-lucca-mothers-day-handbag.html
Exp 5/8 Rockin' Mama - Bride Wars GA
Enter to win Bride Wars and $20GC to Paper Shouts at Rockin' Mama http://rockinmama.net/2009/04/21/bride-wars-and-paper-shouts-giveaway/
Exp 5/7 Rockin' Mama - 1st time parents dvd
Rockin' Mama surely rocks. She's come thru again with a useful products for rockin' mamas-to-be. This video shows the reality and relief of the birthing process, including what to expect during the last weeks prenatal and first weeks post-partum. Even non-newbie parents will find this informative. You can enter to recieve this TLC program DVD from Rockin' Mama here: http://rockinmama.net/2009/04/23/a-baby-story-first-time-parents-giveaway/
Exp 4/27 A hook, a line, and a girl - coin bank
Enter to win a fun coin bank from Makes More Cents at A hook... A line... and a girl http://kaseyreon.blogspot.com/2009/04/make-more-cents-review-giveaway.html
Exp 4/26 Pink Lemonade of Life - Royal Tart Teapot
Enter to win a Royal Tart teapot from their Hidden Garden collection
http://www.pinklemonadeoflife.com/2009/04/royal-tart-giveaway.html
http://www.pinklemonadeoflife.com/2009/04/royal-tart-giveaway.html
exp 4/26 My Organized Chaos
Enter for a chance to win a very unique Izola shower curtain http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/izola-with-giveaway.html
4/26 An Organized Chaos - Dream Sacks Gift Set
Enter to win a wonderful infant's gift set
http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/dreamsacks-with-giveaway.html
http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/dreamsacks-with-giveaway.html
Exp 4/26 An Organized Chaos - Clever Rabbit Onesie
You can win a Clever Rabbit onesie at An Organized Chaos:
http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/clever-rabbit-clothing-with-giveaway.html
http://www.myorganizedchaos.net/2009/04/clever-rabbit-clothing-with-giveaway.html
Apr 25, 2009
Exp 4/26 Life in a house of blue- swiggies
Enter to win Swiggies water wristlets (water bottles that strap to your writsts. How cool is that!) http://www.swiggies.com/index.htm. at http://www.lifeinahouseofblue.com/2009/04/swiggies-giveaway.html
Exp 4/26 Life In A House Of Blue
Enter to win a beautiful charm bracelet from Name Bracelet http://www.name-bracelet.com/index.htm You can enter here: http://www.lifeinahouseofblue.com/2009/04/name-bracelet-giveaway.html
Exp 4/26 Life In A House Of Blue Jillie Willie Apron
You could win Jillie Willie Apron (http://www.jilliewillie.com/main.html) at Life in A House Of Blue.
http://www.lifeinahouseofblue.com/2009/04/jillie-willie-apron-giveaway.html
http://www.lifeinahouseofblue.com/2009/04/jillie-willie-apron-giveaway.html
Exp 4/26 Go Graham Go - Tomat Tee Giveaway
Enter to win a t-shirt from tomat kids (http://www.tomatkids.com/toddler.html) Check them out at Go Graham Go:
http://www.gograhamgo.com/2009/04/tomat-cool-clothes-for-your-funky.html
http://www.gograhamgo.com/2009/04/tomat-cool-clothes-for-your-funky.html
Exp 4/26 Frugal Mommy of 2 Girls n-fini giveaway
Enter for a great "control" undergarment
http://frugalmommyof2girls.blogspot.com/2009/04/n-fini-giveaway.html
http://frugalmommyof2girls.blogspot.com/2009/04/n-fini-giveaway.html
Exp 4/26; Feisty, Frugal & Fabulous - Ergo Baby Carrier
There's a reason while they named this the Ergo carrier, because it balances the load between the shoulders and hips for a more comfortable carry for you. It also supports the baby better, providing a more comfortable ride. You can enter for yours at http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/ergobaby.html
As They Grow Up - Crazy Dog Tee
Enter to win a Crazy Dog T-shirt http://www.crazydogtshirts.com/servlet/StoreFront
at As they Grow Up http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/crazy-dog-review-giveaway.html
at As they Grow Up http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/crazy-dog-review-giveaway.html
As They Grow Up - Baby Banz
Enter 4 a pair of Baby Banz ( http://usa.babybanz.com/default.asp) at As They Grow Up
http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/baby-banz-review-giveaway.html
http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/baby-banz-review-giveaway.html
Mama Makes Money - "Running with Scissors"$20GC
Mama Makes Money is truckin's on with her Girly Giveaway Extravaganza. Enter for your chance to win a $20 Gift Certificate to Running With Scissors, jewelry with an "edge" (I'm so punny) You can check them out at http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19570755 and enter here:
http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-22-running-with-scissors.html
http://www.mamamakesmoney.net/2009/04/girly-giveaway-22-running-with-scissors.html
Apr 24, 2009
MommyMandy - Mabel and Me Dress
Cute!!!!!!! Must. View. Now. Go to Mommy Mandy to enter for a simply beautiful girl's dress
http://www.mommymandy.com/2009/04/mabel-and-me-giveaway.html
http://www.mommymandy.com/2009/04/mabel-and-me-giveaway.html
Design Baby Uneaks shoes & socks
Cool Beans Alert!!! Woo woo woo woo! You must go to Design Baby, right now! You only have until tomorrow to enter for a free pair of uneaks shoes (and they are unique) and two pair of socks. Enter the giveaway here: http://www.designbaby.net/2009/04/uneaks-review-giveaway.html
Design Baby - Shandle
Toilet seat lid. Did that get your attention? Think there's nothing new in the world of tiolet seat covers? Well, you're wrong. Go to Design Baby and enter to win a Shandle. (Dude, these things are frickin' awesome!)
http://www.designbaby.net/2009/04/shandle-review-giveaway.html
http://www.designbaby.net/2009/04/shandle-review-giveaway.html
Design Baby - Snorgtees T-shirt
Enter at Design Baby for your chance to win a really fun t-shirt from Snorgtees.
http://www.designbaby.net/2009/04/snorgtees-review-giveaway.html
http://www.designbaby.net/2009/04/snorgtees-review-giveaway.html
An Ordinary Life - Yoplait Kids Get Active!
Go to An Ordinary Life to enter for a Yoplait Kids Get Active pack. While you're there, check out the site. It's worth a look
http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/we-love-yoplait-kids.html
http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/we-love-yoplait-kids.html
An Ordinary Life - Graco 4-in-1 Highchair
It's a high chair, no, it's a booster seat, no, it's a youth... It's everything! Check out An Ordinary Life for review and pics, even a video demo, of this too cool Graco chair
http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/buying-for-baby-highchairs.html
http://www.aordinarylife.com/2009/04/buying-for-baby-highchairs.html
From Melissa's Desk _ Exergen Temporal Scanner
Read all about it! Exergen Temporal Scanner (http://www.exergen.com/medical/TAT/tatconsumerpage.htm) rated and reviewed at From Melissa's Desk. You can enter here.
http://www.frommelissasdesk.com/2009/03/exergen-temporal-scanner-review-giveaway.html
http://www.frommelissasdesk.com/2009/03/exergen-temporal-scanner-review-giveaway.html
Feisty Frugal & Fabulous - Word Decor 'n More $25 GC
Enter for your chance to win a @35 GC to Word Decor 'n More
http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/word-decor-n-more.html
http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/word-decor-n-more.html
Feisty Frugal And Fabulous - Rain Co Ladies Boots
Who say kids get all the cool stuff? Not me, and certainly not Feisty Frugal And Fabulous. Feel the Fabulous with a pair of Rain Co ladies rain boots:
http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/rain-co.html
http://www.feistyfrugalandfabulous.com/2009/04/rain-co.html
Blessings Abound - $100 GC to Hip Fusions
Enter for a $100!!!! GC to Hip Fusions sponsored by Blessings Abound
http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/04/10/giveaway-pool-04-10-09/
http://www.akblessingsabound.com/2009/04/10/giveaway-pool-04-10-09/
As They Grow Up - Lunch Bots
Enter for your chance to win LunchBots (http://www.lunchbots.com/index.html) at As They Grow Up
http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/lunchbots-review-giveaway.html
http://www.astheygrowup.com/2009/04/lunchbots-review-giveaway.html
Apr 23, 2009
A Wrestling Addicted Mom - That's Caring Gift Basket
Enter 4 ur chance 2 win a That's Caring Gift Basket from A Wrestling Addicted Mom
http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/going-green-with-thats-caring.html
http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/going-green-with-thats-caring.html
A Wrestling Addicted Mom Purex Detergent Fabric Softener.
Enter to win Purex Natural Elements Laundry Detergent and Liquid Fabric Softener. at A Wrestling Addicted Mom http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/purex-saves-green.html
A Wrestling Addicted Mom - chlorox wipes
Enter to win 2 coupons for free canisters of Chlorox Wipes http://www.redesignclean.com/#/home
at A wrestling addicted mom http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/same-clorox-disinfecting-wipes-easy.html
at A wrestling addicted mom http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/same-clorox-disinfecting-wipes-easy.html
A Wrestling Addicted Mom - Bride Wars
Enter for your chance to win a Bride Wars DVD and a $25 GC for Paper Shouts http://www.papershouts.com/ at A wresling addicted mom
http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/paper-shouts-bride-wars.html
http://lyricandariasmom.blogspot.com/2009/04/paper-shouts-bride-wars.html
A Busy Mommy - Photofiddle
I so want to win this contest, but I would be selfish not to share. Photofiddle (http://photofiddle.com/index.php?act=log) is offering a $50 GC thru A Busy Mommy http://www.abusymommy.com/2009/04/photofidde-product-review-and-giveaway.html
If you haven't had the chance to look around Photofiddle, give it a view. While you're cruising the I-way (internet highway) take a pit stop at A Busy Mommy to check out her informative and useful reviews.
If you haven't had the chance to look around Photofiddle, give it a view. While you're cruising the I-way (internet highway) take a pit stop at A Busy Mommy to check out her informative and useful reviews.
Jleigh Designz - Kneehighs & Ponytails $50 GC
enter for your chance to win a $50 GC to Kneehighs & Pony tails (http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=31060) at Jleigh Designz:
http://jleighdesignz.blogspot.com/2009/04/kneehighs-pigtails-art-nouveau-and.html
http://jleighdesignz.blogspot.com/2009/04/kneehighs-pigtails-art-nouveau-and.html
Barfoot Mommies - Combat Ready Products
First I'd like to thank SkinCanDo http://skincando.com/ for their wonderful product .
Enter for your chance to win the Combat Ready body balm and lip balm http://www.barefootmommies.com/2009/04/skincando-review-giveaway-430.html
Enter for your chance to win the Combat Ready body balm and lip balm http://www.barefootmommies.com/2009/04/skincando-review-giveaway-430.html
Barefoot Mommies - Soap Giveaway
Who doesn't need soap? (If you answered, "Not me!" I suggest you take a quick survey of those closest to you.) Enter for your chance to win win a Single Bar, & A Triple Swizzle Set! a $30 from Fraich http://www.myfraiche.com/index.html. You can enter here: http://www.barefootmommies.com/2009/04/fraiche-giveaway-430.html Good luck to all
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