Messy Hands deserve Wet Ones

In my house you will find canisters of Wet Ones wipes in most rooms. They are pretty much a staple kind of like tissues. I use them for pretty much everything. Wiping up messes and cleaning off dirty hands from who knows what sticky substance. Heck they were even on my daughter's back to school list as a school supply. Even teachers know Wet Ones are a must have for their classrooms. Those messy hands just deserve Wet Ones that's what I'm trying to tell you!

Wet Ones® Hand Wipes are the convenient 2-in-1 way to wipe out dirt and messes and kill 99.99%
of germs when soap and water aren’t readily available. Wet Ones® Antibacterial Hand Wipes clean
better than hand sanitizer gels, wiping away dirt and messes without drying out skin. Hypoallergenic, Wet Ones® wipes are easy on skin for even the littlest of hands. Wet Ones® hand wipes are portable and can be used in any situation where soap and water are not accessible. They come in three convenient sizes in two fragrances, Fresh and Citrus Scent, that can be used in and out of the home like discreetly tucked into school lunchboxes, brought on airplanes or used whenever a sink is out of reach. Wet Ones® hand wipes are also available in Sensitive Skin which is fragrance-free, made with an extra mild cleanser and soothing moisturizers to help keep the touchiest skin touchable.

Be sure to check out the awesome sweepstakes sponsored by Wet Ones now through October 31st, 2018 where you can enter for the chance to win the grand prize of a four day, three-night trip for 4 to Universal Parks & Resorts!

Wet Ones®, America’s #1 Hand Wipe, presents the “Picture Yourself At Universal Parks & Resorts” sweepstakes* with specially marked packaging based on Universal Parks & Resorts hit attractions, Shrek 4-D, Dreamworks Theatre Featuring Kung Fu Panda, and Despicable Me Minion Mayhem on select Wet Ones® Hand Wipes products! Specially marked packaging will be available while supplies last. The prize includes airfare, accommodations on-site and admission to the Universal Park & Resort of your choice - Universal Orlando Resort or Universal Studios Hollywood.

This is a sponsored post on behalf of the above mentioned brand. I received product to share my honest and unbiased thoughts. However, all thoughts and opinions stated are my own and are in no way influenced by my partnership with mentioned brand.

Go Organically Literacy Program Sweepstakes

As parents, we know that instilling a love of reading in our kids is one of the most important things we can do. Reading exercises the brain, improves concentration, reduces stress, sparks imagination and even helps develop empathy. Plus, it can become a lifelong habit that provides a whole lot of FUN for your family.

Start Early
Research shows that it’s never too early to start enjoying books with your little one. Reading aloud to your newborn is a great way to introduce words while soothing baby with the sound of your voice. Older babies will start to associate words and sounds with pictures, getting them on the path to reading right from the start. Plus cuddling up with a book is the perfect way to bond!

Ready, Set, Reward
Try using a reading log or reward chart to encourage older kids who are starting to read on their own. Jot down the title of each book they read, or tally the number of pages and celebrate with an ice cream cone or a family picnic when they reach a predetermined total. Stickers work great, too! Some schools host reading challenges of their own, and most local libraries offer summer reading programs with a similar reward system.

Seek Out Literary Events
Make reading part of your family’s everyday entertainment by attending kid-friendly events. Hit up story time at your local library, or go to an author signing at your neighborhood bookstore. Shop your school’s book fair together or visit a used bookstore to hunt for forgotten treasures as a family. The idea is to associate books with fun memories and quality time.

Take a Listen
Audiobooks are gaining in popularity—and for good reason! They’re made for multitasking by allowing you to get immersed in a story while you’re otherwise occupied with household tasks like cooking or cleaning. They’re also great for road trips! Get invested in a classic as a family by listening to a family-friendly title in regular installments. Try an app or subscription service, or even borrow books on CD from your local library.

Follow Their Interests
Although you might be tempted to steer your kids towards educational books, let them choose subjects that capture their imagination. By encouraging your child’s passions—whether it’s superheroes, animals or even their favorite animated character—they’ll be more likely to stick to the habit of reading and eventually expand to other subject areas.

Happy reading from all of us at Go Organically Organic Fruit Snacks. Made with real fruit, our gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free kids snacks are a great accompaniment to your kid’s favorite book. Toss them in their backpack and off they go! Be sure to follow us on Facebook for more kid-friendly ideas.

Enter for a chance to Win!
Go Organically Fruit Snacks has teamed up with First Book to provide one lucky school with Back-to-School kits filled with items they need! Vote for a deserving school—and be entered for a chance to win an e-reader, beanbag chair and more. Learn more here. (NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Must be 18+. Ends 11:59 p.m. ET 8/29/18. For Rules, visit www.goorganicallysnacks.com/GOGivesBack)

Don't miss the #lifeofthelunchbox Sweepstakes! and my #Giveaway - Ends 9/16

It’s that time of year again! Back to school season is in full swing and Entenmann’s® Little Bites® muffins and Nature’s Harvest® bread are teaming up, bringing families the PERFECT lunchbox equation!

Nature's Harvest® bread & Little Bites® muffins are the key to a well-balanced lunchbox. Together they provide good, wholesome choices and make lunchtime easy, delicious, and exciting. Mom & Dad always get an A+ for being sandwich smart & snackalicious! Check out these adorable lunchtime DIY’s using Entenmann’s® Little Bites® Chocolate Chip muffins and Nature's Harvest® Honey Wheat bread: http://bit.ly/29Ex3a9, http://bit.ly/29BrXcn.

Going back to school just got better! From now until September 30th, Entenmann’s® Little Bites® and Nature’s Harvest® bread are hosting the “Life of The Lunchbox Sweepstakes.” Fans can visit http://www.lifeofthelunchbox.com to enter for a chance to win a $10,000 savings bond for their child. An additional 100 2nd prize winners will receive a Lunchbox Bundle that includes Entenmann’s Little Bites® snacks, Nature’s Harvest® bread and a $50 gift card for school supplies. Check out how to enter and find the rules here.

I don't know about you, but I love putting special treats in my kids lunch boxes. Entenmann’s® Little Bites® are a great treat because they are something a little different from the norm, and who doesn't love chocolate chip muffins!

Win it:  One lucky reader will win a Nature's Harvest® bread & Little Bites® muffins Prize Pack.
• One $25 AMEX gift card
• 4 Entenmann’s Little Bites coupons
• 4 Natures Harvest coupons
• 2 boxes of Entenmann’s Little Bites Chocolate Chip muffins

This giveaway will end September 16th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 24 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen.  Prize fulfillment will be made by the sponsor, I am not responsible for prize delivery or lost or stolen deliveries. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.

Enter the Entenmann’s Start the Rich Life with $5,000 Sweepstakes

If you've ever had Entenmann’s donuts you know just how good they are. I personally am quite impressed with how moist they are for boxed donuts. I'm not usually a fan of donuts unless they are fresh from the bakery, but Entenmann’s has found a way to preserve the fresh taste even in a box. And right now to help celebrate their bestselling donut they are hosting the Entenmann’s Start the Rich Life with $5,000 Sweepstakes. You can find all the details about it below as well as details about an awesome giveaway I'm sponsoring on behalf of Entenmann's.

Entenmann’s has been thinking rich for a long time, that’s why this January Entenmann’s will be hosting the “Entenmann’s Start the Rich Life with $5,000 Sweepstakes,” offering up to $15,000 in cash prizes and fun plush toys! If you’re one the lucky winners, here’s what you can win: one (1) Grand Prize winner will be awarded $5,000 in the form of a check, and you can head right to the bank! Ten (10) First Place Prize winners will be awarded $1,000 in the form of an American Express gift card, starting off the new year just right. And that’s not all; twenty five (25) Second Place Prize winners will receive a Rich Frosted Plush Toy. What better way to celebrate the Entenmann’s bestselling donut?

Are you ready to Start The Rich Life? 
Here’s the scoop: the Sweepstakes Period starts on January 11, 2016 at 12:00 a.m. ET and ends on March 15th, 2016 at 11:59 p.m. ET. During the Sweepstakes Period, visit the Entenmann’s page on Facebook and follow the directions provided to complete and submit the registration form to receive one (1) entry. Entries must be received by February 17, 2016 at 11:59 p.m. ET in order to be eligible. There is a limit of one (1) entry per person per day for the duration of the Sweepstakes Period. You may only use one (1) Facebook account/email address to enter the Sweepstakes. Potential winners will be selected in a random drawing on March 16th, 2016 from all eligible entries received throughout the Sweepstakes Period. Odds of wining a prize depend on the number of eligible entries received during that period. The Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia, 18 years of age or older as of the date of entry. Good luck!

Connect with Entenmann’s:
Website | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Giveaway CLOSED - The winner has been notified via email and confirmed.

Win it:  One lucky reader will win (4) Entenmann’s Coupons (ARV $7 each) and (1) custom Entenmann’s Start the Rich Life mug bank. This giveaway will end February 8th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 24 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen.  Prize fulfillment will be made by the sponsor, I am not responsible for prize delivery or lost or stolen deliveries. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.

Little Bites® S’mores are #GoodToGo #Giveaway - Ends 7-8

Don't have the time to get outside and make traditional S'mores? Or maybe you don't like all the mess that's involved with making them? Then I have a new AND tasty solution for you. They are called Little Bites® S’mores. They are a super yummy mini muffin filled with all the sweet goodness of a S'more but without the hassle of a campfire or the sticky mess. You can even put them in the microwave for a few seconds if you want to have them warm! My kids went nuts over them when I opened the box and gave them each a package. They were begging me to go buy more before they are all gone. Little Bites® S’mores are a seasonal treat and will only be available through August.

Little Bites will be hosting a Summer Fun Campaign on its Little Bites Facebook page from now until August 14th! Consumers will be asked to post comments on the Little Bites Facebook page of how their families have summer fun. Each week, one (1) winner will receive a month of Little Bites snacks awarded in the form of four (4) $5 coupons and an adorable Little Bites Puppy plush toy! Consumers can also complete an entry form on the Facebook page for a chance to win one of five $100 grand prize gift cards or one of 25 first prizes of a one (1) month supply of Little Bites snacks!

Win it:  One lucky reader will win a Little Bites® S’mores Prize Package consisting of 2 boxes of NEW Little Bites S’mores, 2 Entenmann’s coupons valued at $5 each, and an Entenmann’s Little Bites Plush Dog. This giveaway will end July 8th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen.  Prize fulfillment will be made by the sponsor, I am not responsible for prize delivery or lost or stolen deliveries. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.

Gorton’s #RealFabulous Grilled Dinner #Giveaway - Ends 1-29

At Gorton's we believe that looking and feeling your best has a lot to do with what you eat. So, we’re encouraging one and all to start the new year with Gorton’s Gluten Free Grilled goodness that will get you looking and feeling fabulous. Gorton’s Grilled Fillets are real flame-grilled Tilapia, Salmon, Haddock and Alaska Pollock Fillets seasoned with real vegetables, herbs and spices. Plus, they are GFCO-certified with no artificial flavors or colors, no MSG and no fillers. With 100 calories or less of lean protein available in a variety of delicious flavors, Gorton’s Grilled options are an excellent addition to your meal plan.

My Take:
I haven't had a chance to get to the store yet to get some of the grilled seafood options from Gorton's but plan to this weekend on my shopping stock-up trip.  The other night for dinner we did have some of the Skillet Crisp Tilapia. I have to say I was very impressed with it. It's probably the next best option after the grilled as it only has a light coating of breading on it. It's packed with lots of great tilapia flavor. And for the kids who like a more common fish flavor I also baked up some Potato Crunch Fish Fillets. I like how all of their products cook perfectly in the oven and come out nice and crisp. I can't wait to try the grilled varieties too! Check out some of these awesome looking ideas for use of the grilled seafood options in recipes:

Make sure you check out Gorton’s “Real Fabulous Sweepstakes” through which one lucky winner will win a $1,000 wardrobe makeover! Who wouldn’t love that, right?

Keep in touch with Gorton's at gortons.com and you can download a coupon, find recipes and explore products.

Win it:  One lucky reader will win 2 FREE product coupons, 2 oven mitts, a spatula and an assortment of recipe cards. This giveaway will end January 30th at 12:00 AM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.
a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure:  Thanks to PR Firm/sponsor I was provided with this product(s) for the purpose of my personal review. This blog post is not a paid post and the honest opinions stated are my own. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, entry via Facebook like is completely optional. Please allow 4-6 weeks for prize delivery from the sponsor. 

Keurig Brew Over Ice #Giveaway #LoveBrewOverIce - Ends 9-4

I recently signed up to be part of the Brew Over Ice Crew, and by doing so was given the opportunity to try some of their new Brew Over Ice K-Cups! I was also sent the above items and given the opportunity to give another set away to one of my readers. I had always wanted a Keurig brewer but the cost had always kept me from owning my own until I found one second hand at a thrift shop. It's got a few blemishes and doesn't always work perfectly, but hey it does the job.

The three K-cups I received were:

• Vitamin Burst Strawberry Pomegranate – (Definitely a fresh tasting delight.)
• Snapple Peach Iced Tea – (Was my favorite of the three, I'm a big tea drinker.)
• Donut Shop Iced Coffee – (I did this one for my hubby and he said it was wonderful.)

One of my favorite parts of K-Cup brewing is how quick and easy it is. And the clean up is a snap, just toss the cup in the trash after your done brewing the perfect cup!

Right now you have the opportunity to win BIG with the "Brew Over Ice Sweepstakes" 

And you can also save BIG right now with a $2 off product coupon and watch the Brew Over Ice video to see how you can enjoy K-Cups in a whole new way!

Stay up to date on all the latest Keurig happenings on Facebook and Twitter

Win it:  One lucky reader will win 3 Brew Over Ice K-Cup® samples, a Brew Over Ice tumbler, 4 Brew Over Ice coasters, plus a Brew Over Ice light-up ice bucket and tongs. This giveaway will end September 5th at 12:00 AM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.
a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure:  Thanks to PR Firm/sponsor I was provided with this product(s) for the purpose of my personal review. This blog post is not a paid post and the honest opinions stated are my own. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, entry via Facebook like is completely optional. Please allow 4-6 weeks for prize delivery from the sponsor.

Del Monte® Southwestern Tomato Kick-Off Sweepstakes

 

Enter the Del Monte® Southwestern Tomato Kick-off Sweepstakes and You Could Win a Big Game Home Entertainment Package! One lucky winner will take home an exciting entertainment package including: a Sony 55” LED TV, Bose home theater system and Sony Blu-ray player (ARV $4,779.00 USD).

Here is how to get started:

• Follow the Del Monte Brand on Pinterest
• Create a Pinterest board named “Del Monte Southwestern Tomato Kick-Off”
• Pin at least two (2) Del Monte Tomato Recipes from the “Del Monte Southwestern Tomato Kick-Off” Pinterest board and at least two (2) football entertaining ideas
• Register your Pinterest board to the Del Monte page from January 21^st through February 15^th to be entered into the Del Monte® Southwestern Tomato Kick-Off Sweepstakes program

I like to try new recipes and Del Monte has two new varieties of tomatoes: Del Monte Petite Cut Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies and Del Monte Petite Cut Diced Tomatoes with Chipotle Chilies that I was sent to do my experimenting with. With the Super Bowl being tomorrow I decided to hold onto my cans until then because our church always has a Chili Bowl. I can't wait to put them into my chili and see how awesome it tastes with the new kick!

• The new Del Monte Southwestern-Style Petite Cut® Diced Tomatoes are the perfect way to spice up main dishes and snacking recipes
• Del Monte canned tomatoes, fruits and vegetables contain the same essential nutrients as fresh varieties
• The majority of Del Monte products are picked at the peak of ripeness & canned on the same day, to ensure nutrients & flavor are locked in

  Giveaway CLOSED - The winner has been notified via email and confirmed.  

Win it:  One lucky reader will win:

• (1) Del Monte® Petite Cut® Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
• (1) Del Monte® Petite Cut® Diced Tomatoes with Chipotle Chilies
• $25 Visa gift card

This giveaway will end February 17th at 12:00 AM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.
a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure:  The Del Monte products, information and two gift packs have been provided by Del Monte. Thanks to PR Firm/sponsor I was provided with this product(s) for the purpose of my personal review. This blog post is not a paid post and the honest opinions stated are my own. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, entry via Facebook like is completely optional. Please allow 4-6 weeks for prize delivery from the sponsor.

See's Candies #Giveaway - Ends 12-29

“Countdown to Christmas” Sweepstakes Details

• U.S. residents only

• End Date: 12/25/12 @ 11:59pm PDT

• The sweepstakes is only available via online – including mobile/tablets.

• Link to Enter

Description

• Set-up like an Advent calendar, it includes multiple daily “Instant Winners” & one “Grand Prize” at the culmination of the sweepstakes.

• Once a basic registration form is filled out to enter, visitors will be directed to the Advent calendar to click on the current day to see if they’ve won.

• Instant winners will be awarded gift card prizes varying from $5 to $100.

• If the visitor does not “win”, they receive a “treat” such as dessert recipes or crafts that can be printed or shared on Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.

• The grand prize drawing will be held at the end of the promotion. The grand prize is a “Lifetime of Chocolates” – i.e., 30 years’ worth of approximately 1 pound of chocolate per month.

My Take:
Oooh my, do I love chocolate! And See's Candies is definitely now top on my list for shopping chocolates. I'm a big lover of toffee and couldn't believe just how crisp and fresh See's Victoria Toffee was. It comes as one large piece to help preserve the freshness and I will tell you it works perfectly! I will confess I ate the entire box myself, I didn't share a single piece it was that good.  One of my favorite things about See's is that they offer such a wide selection of offerings not just by price point and type, but also occasion.  I was able to get a really cute box of lollypops for a baby shower I helped throw recently and they even came with little It's A Boy stickers I got to attach to them.  I got their individual bars to use in the kids stockings which I am sure they will love come Christmas morning.  And the final product I got was a Fall box (which is depicted in the picture below, but the link is for the now Winter version) that is similar to the sampler boxes you see in stores around the holidays.  I have to say though this box had a much better variety and I actually liked everything that was inside, usually there is always something in them I can't bring myself to eat.
 

Victoria Toffee 
Mary See's secret recipe, combining real butter, pure sugar, and plump roasted almonds on the inside, with a heavy drenching of See's creamy milk chocolate and chopped almonds on the outside.

Snowman Candy Bar Gift Pack
Gift pack includes two Milk Chocolate, one Milk Chocolate with Toffee Nuggets and one Dark Chocolate with Almonds.

New Baby Lollypops
See's Gourmet Lollypops are all dressed up for the party in an adorable New Baby box. Included 'It's a boy!' and 'It's a girl!' stickers can be used to customize for the occasion.

Winter Wonderland Box (I actually had the fall version of this box)
Scotchmallow®, Butterscotch Square and Milk Chocolate Foil Balls are nestled inside a sweet gif.

Giveaway CLOSED - The winner has been notified via email and confirmed.

Win it:  One lucky reader will win a $25 See's Candies online credit. This giveaway will end December 30th at 12:00 AM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.
a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure:  Thanks to PR Firm/sponsor I was provided with this product(s) for the purpose of my personal review. This blog post is not a paid post and the honest opinions stated are my own. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, entry via Facebook like is completely optional. Please allow 4-6 weeks for prize delivery from the sponsor.

Pump It Up/Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire Sweepstakes 4-7

Pump It Up is partnering with Warner Home Video to host a fantastic sweepstakes celebrating the  release of the new DVD, Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire! The animated feature follows the cartoon gang of Scooby, Shaggy, Daphne, Fred and Velma as they attend a vampire festival and mayhem ensues.

Pump It Up is giving away great prizes including a family home entertainment center (valued at $1,000), and copies of Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire on Blu-ray™. Go “like” them on Facebook and enter!

And thanks to Pump It Up and Warner Home Video I have the pleasure of hosting a giveaway myself for one of the Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire DVD's!

Win it: One lucky reader will win a Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire DVD. This giveaway will end April 8th at 12:01 AM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.

Certain Dri Anti-Perspirant & Anti Monkey Butt Powder

Certain Dri^® Solid Anti-Perspirant:

• Created specifically to complete the line of Certain Dri antiperspirant products for those who want the same 72-hour protection from excessive underarm perspiration in a solid application.
• The product is specially-formulated to provide everyday, all-day dryness for those who suffer from excessive underarm perspiration.
• Certain Dri® Solid Anti-Perspirant contains 25% aluminum sesquichlorohydrate (Anhydrous). It is the only over-the-counter antiperspirant with this ingredient, which is more effective than the aluminum zirconium formula found in over-the-counter solid antiperspirants that are labeled “clinical strength.”

Going to the big leagues just got easier! Step up to the plate with Certain Dri Anti-Perspirant and enter the Certain Dri “All-Star Antiperspirant” Sweepstakes for a chance to win our MLB All-Star baseball game prize package!  The Certain Dri “All-Star Antiperspirant” Sweepstakes runs until May 23, 2011.  One random winner will win a trip for two to the 2011 MLB All-Star game and the Homerun Derby (travel accommodations included) in Phoenix, Arizona along with a supply of Certain Dri. 

Lady Anti Monkey Butt Powder:
Cornstarch + Calamine + Patented Microparticle Polymer
Say Good-bye to Chafed Thighs! Lady Anti Monkey Butt Powder is specially formulated with patented satiny smooth powder to minimize the frictional discomfort that women often experience when using exercise equipment, running, driving, cycling or just walking. Its unique ingredients work quickly to absorb sweat and provide cooling effective relief of irritation on the inner thighs and other areas of the skin prone to rubbing.

The Anti Monkey Butt Powder “Sponsor My Butt” Contest runs until May 31, 2011. Ten lucky teams will be randomly selected to win a prize package. Winning teams will also be able to share photos and videos of themselves on the Anti Monkey Butt Powder Facebook page.

My Take:
I'll spare you the pictures of me applying Certain Dri and Lady Anti-Monkey Butt Powder, I think you can figure that all out on your own. : )  I will just tell you how much I liked both products.  The Certain Dri had a mild scent and seemed to go over very easy. I gave the Certain Dri to my son who seems to always "forget" to put on his deodorant. Hopefully this will help out when his little mind seems to wonder else where besides remembering deodorant before school. Maybe the long lasting protection will save the day! I've used the Lady Anti-Monkey Butt Powder a few times and love the results. Since I've put on a few extra pounds I will admit my thighs sometimes rub my pants and sweat when exercising which can be uncomfortable.  The Lady Anti-Monkey Butt Powder instantly keeps my skin soft and absorbs the sweat to keep me dry. I like that the powder has a light pink coloring and nice scent too. 

Giveaway CLOSED - Congratulations to the winner you have been notified via email and have 48 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen.

Win it: One lucky reader will win Certain Dri Solid Anti-Perspirant and Lady Anti-Monkey Butt Powder. This giveaway will end May 13th at 10 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entries Methods (1 entry each):

• Follow me on GFC

• Follow me via Twitter

• "Like" me on Facebook

• Follow me on Networked Blogs

• Add this to a Giveaway Linky 

• Blog about this giveaway with a link back to it. (3 extra entries)

• Tweet this giveaway (may be done once per day - please leave a comment with your tweet status) RT #win Certain Dri Anti-Perspirant & Anti Monkey Butt Powder from @smtilton http://bit.ly/iqumV1(Ends 5-13) #Giveaways

Disclosure:  Thanks to PR Firm/sponsor I was provided with this product(s) for the purpose of my personal review. This blog post is not a paid post and the honest opinions stated are my own.

Mother's Day with iChair Cases

Give Mom a gift to protect her investments!

About the iChair:
In designing iChair, we kept simplicity and functionality at the forefront of our strategy. Based out of Dallas, Texas and founded in 2010, iChair is the creation of a few crafty individuals who saw the need for a stand on their Apple devices. The passion that Apple consumers have for their devices inspires us here at iChair to design and develop revolutionary products that can change the way we all use our mobile devices. By producing quality cases, we know our passion and desire to make your life just a little easier will only continue to grow just as much as our love and appreciation of technology has. We are committed to providing excellence for all of our products, so we welcome you to visit us frequently and contact us anytime. We’re here for you – so just sit down and relax, and let your iDevice stand. Warm wishes, The iChair Team

Does the iChair case offer complete shock protection?
The iChair gives you great protection against everyday wear and tear, but if you plan on throwing it against the wall or out your car window, then you’re pretty much out of luck.

Does my case include a Screen Protector Kit?
Of course, iChair always includes a screen protector, dust cloth and squeegee board with all of our cases.

What colors can I choose for my case?
iChair comes standard in black, with your choice of an extra blue or white slider top piece.

Does the iChair case have access to all buttons and ports?
Yes, all of the buttons and ports are easily accessible at all times.

My Take:

These are pictures of my iPod Touch fitted with my new iChair Case. I really like the look and feel of the case itself. It makes me feel a lot more comfortable about handing my iPod to my daughter (5) to play games on it.  The case seems pretty strong and sturdy. I do wish however that it snapped together a bit more tightly. The case itself comes in two pieces you slide together from top and bottom.  I can say it has never come off when using the iPod (even when my daughter dropped it) so I guess it is doing it's purpose as is.  I like that you have the option of choosing your extra top piece color. You can get either white or blue.  This makes it nice for households that have more than one device in use to differentiate between them without having to turn them on.  It even comes with an extra screen protector which was a plus for me, mine was getting a bit scuffed up from my nails and my daughter playing with it. The cases are $34 each with free shipping which may seem a bit pricey to some, but if you ask me it's a small amount for protecting such a large investment.  It does the job it claims to do and makes me feel a lot safer than when I had the old silicone cover on my iPod. And it has the extra "chair" feature that other cases don't offer.  I like to leave my iPod standing up when I am charging it to keep it from getting warm on the backside, and my daughter likes to stand it up when she is watching a video on it. They also offer an iPad Case I imagine would be great for this also. If I had an iPhone I am sure I would use the "chair" feature often to keep my phone upright on my desk so I could see when I get phone calls who it is. The only tip I have is when using the chair tab on the back make sure you actually pull it out all the way, otherwise you'll be in for a surprise when you go to sit your electronic down and it falls...yes I did this myself!

Giveaway CLOSED - Congratulations to the winner you have been notified via email and have 48 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen.

Win it: Two lucky readers will win their choice of an iChair for iPod Touch or iPhone 4. This giveaway will end May 7th at 10 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Mandatory Entry:(Mandatory entry must be completed first or bonus entries don't count.)  *Tell me which you'd choose if you won the iChair for iPod Touch or iPhone 4.

Disclosure:  Thanks to PR Firm/sponsor I was provided with this product(s) for the purpose of my personal review. This blog post is not a paid post and the honest opinions stated are my own.

CLOSED: Mother's Day - Pretty Woman Nail Accessories Giveaway 5-3

 HOT OFF THE ‘PRESSES’

Pretty Woman Nail Accessories, Fashion at Your Fingertips

The must-have “It” accessory for 2011 is bling – but it’s not jewelry.  It’s bling for your nails.  Hollywood’s hottest celebrities like Katy Perry, Beyonce, Lady Gaga and Blake Lively are making nail art a style statement all its own.  From the couture runways to Tinsel town’s red carpets, everyone is rocking this year’s biggest beauty trend. 

“Manicures are no more limited to just a coating of your favorite nail color,” says Richard Mallon of Pretty Woman USA, a leading manufacturer and supplier of artificial nails, nail foils, nail art, nail polish artificial eyelashes and a variety of accessories. “From rock stars to Hollywood’s A-listers, no outfit is complete without this fashion accessory.” 

Pretty Woman’s Airbrushed Nail Kits

It isn't always convenient to run out and get a manicure. You may not have the time, money or the resources. You may not even have time to paint your nails and wait for them to dry. Dry nail appliqués are a great solution to all of these issues. Pretty Woman offers at-home DIY Airbrushed nail kits available in fashion forward designs, colors and ease of use.  In minutes, you can have a professional manicure that lasts up to days. “Professional nail art services at spas and salons can be expensive with prices starting at $55.00 per manicure,” adds Richard.  “Pretty Woman kits offer a wide selection of designs and colors starting at $5.99 available at Rite Aid stores nationwide.”

About Pretty Woman USA

Pretty Woman is leading the market in bringing new and innovative products in the artificial nail category.  The company’s new Metallic nails and nail foils have been introduced to retailers and the professional market over the past year.  Its extensive libraries of designs are specifically developed to expand upon the same ‘beiges and pinks’ that are already redundant in today’s USA Planogram.  They are designed to increase the market while not cannibalizing what is already there.   

My Take:

I love it, these sound like a great idea for mom this Mother's Day. Why not glam her up and then take her out to a nice dinner! If you have trouble getting traditional nail polish to go where you want it to like I do these would make a great alternative!

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Win it: One lucky reader will win 2 Airbrushed Nail Kits. This giveaway will end May 3rd at 10 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

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CLOSED: Mother's Day - A Gourmet Hazelnut Gift Set Giveaway 5-2

Gourmet Hazelnut Gift Set:

Everyone knows a shaker 'n’ baker in the kitchen! Give them a gift that allows them to explore their passion using high-quality nuts and gourmet oil…let’s just hope they share those nutty chocolate truffles and yummy hazelnut spreads!

Gift set includes:
        Hazelnut, Blanched 2.5oz
        Hazelnut, Whole Natural (Filberts) 2.5oz
        Roasted Hazelnut Oil 250ml

Flanigan Farms' popular, quality hazelnuts perfectly compliment La Tourangelle's Roasted Hazelnut Oil, and make this gift a hazelnut lover’s dream come true!

The oil adds a rich hazelnut taste that excites salads, grilled meats or fish, pastas and baked pastries. The gourmet oil also works as a great substitute for butter with pasta, potatoes and beans. Consider using hazelnut oil to flavor cookies, cakes, pastries and candies! When used in combination with chocolate, the taste can be decadent, and give off a taste similar to Nutella®, a hazelnut and chocolate spread.

Hazelnut oil is a tasty kitchen ingredient that comes packed with numerous health benefits. It’s the best known source for Vitamin E, which is essential for the healthy heart muscles and other muscles of the body as well. Suitable for medium-high heat.

The Gourmet Hazelnut Gift Set is nestled in natural excelsior and packed in our classic packaging, creating a beautifully clean presentation that is sure to impress any home chef.

My Take:

Flanigan Farms has a wonderful selection of Gift sets to choose from for every nut lover in your life!  You can read my review of some of their products on my previous post.  I know my mom loves almonds so I've been eyeballing the Gourmet Almond Gift Set for a gift for her.  Their gift sets are very inexpensive and shipping is a flat rate of $5.95 for orders up to $50 which is great too!

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Win it: One lucky reader will win a Gourmet Hazelnut Gift Set. This giveaway will end May 2nd at 10 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

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