Frugal Family Fun: February 2011

Friday, February 25, 2011

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There are very few of us who could not appreciate the opportunity to bust out of the routine of our lives and live out some fun, magic and adventure...on someone else's dime!  DreamWorks Theatricals would like to invite you to enter their LIVE THE DREAM FLY-AWAY SWEEPSTAKES by March 3. Three winners and three guests of each will be taken on an all-expense paid trip to either LA or NYC where they will have the opportunity to get inside all the madcap madness and fun of either Madagascar Live!,  Shrek the Musical, or, yes -- the world premiere of Kung Fu Panda 2.

There are details below or you can simply visit  www.dreamworksanimation.com/theatricals for entries.  Rules and regulations about the sweepstakes are available at the link.
 
Three lucky grand prize winners will win one of these three packages:

MADAGASCAR LIVE AND ON THE LOOSE IN NEW YORK CITY
- Trip for 4 to New York City
- VIP tickets to see MADAGASCAR LIVE! at Radio City Music Hall from April 15-25, 2011
- A chance to meet Alex and friends backstage
- A goody bag full of fun Madagascar merchandise

SHREK THE MUSICAL IN HOLLYWOOD
- Trip for 4 to Los Angeles
- VIP tickets to see SHREK THE MUSICAL at the Pantages Theatre in July, 2011
- A chance to meet Shrek and the fairytale gang backstage
- A good bag full of great Shrek prizes
- A tour of the DreamWorks Animation campus

THE HOLLYWOOD PREMIER OF KUNG FU PANDA 2
- Trip for 4 to Los Angeles
- Tickets to the KUNG FU PANDA 2 premier this Summer
- A goody bag full of fun DreamWorks merchandise

I chose to share this information I was not compensated for doing so.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Recent Winners!

Here is a list or winners for some of the recently closed contests!!:
For the 1-800 Flowers Giveaway:
Hetal said... 1
GFC:hetal (public) I add something nice on the dinner table on a regular day.
Dapper Snappers Kids Belt $25 Gift card 
mrsm said... 12
I like Dapper Snapper on FB and sent them a comment, my FB name is Michaela Massaro mrs.massaro@gmail.com

Skoy Cloth Reusable Cloths 4 Pack:
Romapr said... 101
Tweet 3 http://twitter.com/#!/romapr09/status/37371456602120192
PowerCapes Superhero Cape:
Jennifer said... 93
DT 2/12 http://twitter.com/jenh84/status/36434749434105856 jenbop5@yahoo.com

Cool Care Curling Iron Holder:
leanne_mac said... 44
http://twitter.com/leanne_mac/status/37265989666078720 leannemacg at gmail.com tweet #2
Congrats to all the winners! You have been emailed to claim your prizes! Thanks to everyone who entered! Check out other current giveaways!

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

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As parents, we play many different roles. Among them is the ever-challenging but rewarding job of the teacher. Whether you take on the task of being a full-time teacher through home school or just aim to supplement your child's classroom curriculum, we're all looking for tools to help our kids on their educational journey!

ABCmouse.com is one of those great resources that we thought Moms needed to know about! At ABCmouse.com, their goal is to help 2-6 year olds build a strong foundation for future academic success by providing a comprehensive and engaging online curriculum to greatly assist early learners to succeed in pre-k, kindergarten, and early elementary school programs.

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This info was provided to me by MomSelect. I was not compensated for sharing this info. 

Have Sippy Will Travel, Shares Useful Tips for Potty Training!

Potty training is one of those things in life that all parents and children have to get through, and while this time in life can lead to some comical experiences, it can also be the cause of anxiety for all parties involved.

Samantha, the mom blogger behind Have Sippy Will Travel, has helped to potty train dozens of children as a mother, nanny and teacher. Along the way, she has learned a few things that will help parents and children get through this somewhat traumatic time with less stress on everyone. Here are a few tips that can help make potty training easier and less stressful for parents and children.
  • Location, Location, Location - Make sure to put the training potty where the child will feel warm and secure. Try to create a location that help reduce the number of “halfway there” accidents, too!
  • Consistency is Key - If the children are being potty trained at home, then they should also be going through training at school and with the babysitter.  Sticking to the same routine in different locations with different people will help them get into the routine much quicker.
  • It’s All About the Rewards - A little treat, such as an M&M, a fruit snack or a sticker chart are all great rewards that will go a long way for a toddler.
  • Make a Game of It – Potty training doesn’t have to be an arduous time.  Put drops of blue food dye into the potty bowl and let them have fun with seeing it change color to "green". For boys, throw a couple of Cheerios in the bowl for them to aim at.
  • Stay Positive – The last thing you want is for them to feel bad. Any pressure or ill feelings may cause resistance.
  • Keep it Regular – A great way to increase regularity and reduce constipation is to give them a probiotic supplement1 <#_edn1> . It doesn’t give the potty trainee the chance to “hold” it in, but yet is sensitive on his/her little tummy. Vidazorb® Belly Boost is a chewable tablet that tastes delicious and doesn’t require refrigeration. Children love it!
  • Lots of Fluids – Water and juice – not soda and other sugary drinks – will help them stay regular want to potty. Prune juice would be especially helpful. 

Seek out help from other parents or check out online communities, such as mom blogs, where topics like this are regular conversation. It is easier for parents to deal with potty training woes if they can share a trying experience or funny episode with others in the same boat.

About Have Sippy Will Travel

Samantha is a mother and teacher with several degrees in education.  A recent grad student, she is a lover of books, travel, yoga, animals, children, and fun. Always on the lookout for adventure, we Have Sippy, and Will Travel! Come by the site for a visit, we'd love to spend some time with you! http://havesippywilltravel.blogspot.com/
 
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Vidazorb® represents the development of superior shelf-stable, chewable probiotic formulations to provide essential support for core health needs. Research and development, together with a commitment to quality and efficacy, defines Vidazorb® as a brand of integrity and excellence. For more information, visit www.Vidazorb.com. For engaging, kid-friendly probiotic information, visit www.Zorbee.com. To learn more about the importance of, and science supporting, probiotics, visit www.YouAreWhatYouAbsorb.com YouAreWhatYouAbsorb.com> .

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I was not compensated for sharing this post I chose to share it with my readers.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

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BKW Seasonings Original Gourmet Blend Review & Giveaway!

I love cooking! I am actually getting better at it, so it has become something I enjoy, rather than being a chore. I love experimenting with different foods, flavors, and seasonings.  Eating great food is something that should be enjoyed! BKW Seasonings makes amazing seasoning blends that turn ordinary foods into delicious meals!!

I recently got to try their Big Kahuna Original Gourmet Blend! This seasoning was great on steak, chicken and pork! I was able to create delicious food with great flavor! And the meat was nice and juicy-very good!!!  The seasoning  is a unique blend that gives any meat an amazing flavor.  It works great on the meats I mentioned, plus roasts, seafoods, soups, veggies and pretty much anything else you like to season up!
Product Description:
Big Kahuna Original Gourmet Blend is the most unique seasoning ever to hit the market. A versitle, all-purpose blend, it brings out the true flavor of almost any food and its uses are endless. Although it was created for fried chicken, it is great on almost anything!

BKW offers a variety of seasonings-a light all purposed blend, Fire seasoning, BBQ Rub, Butter Blend (great for veggies or popcorn), pepper blend and cajun rub. I really want to try the BBQ rub and the Fire seasoning! I really love experimenting with seasonings for meat, so I think these would eb great to try!  

BKW Seasonings is a family-owned business. Originating in the early 1960’s, BKW Seasonings has been satisfying taste buds for over 40 years. The seasoning was created to produce a unique buffalo-style wing that our family has used for years cooking wings for friends and customers at football games, parties, and gatherings.

Wanna win some of this great seasoning Sponsored by Tomoson.com?? Here is how you can win!!:

MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:
PART 1: Go to BKWSeasonings.com  and then come back here to tell me which recipe you would love to try!  Leave your answer in your comment!

PART 2: Follow me via Google Friend Connect
You must put both parts in the SAME comment and include your GFC name for the entry to count. Also must include an email to contact you to win, unless it is visible on your blogger profile.
 No email=no prize!


For all other entries, leave a separate comment for each entry, and if it says more than entry for doing something, leave an individual comment for each of those entries and label them #1 #2 and so forth.
Have questions? Email Frugal Family Fun!

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If you get a friend to like us on Facebook, you get an extra entry! One entry per friend that likes my page!  THIS IS AN UNLIMITED ENTRY  Just say in your comment that you got a person to like and what their name is! 1 extra entry each

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Tweet about this giveaway up to 5 times daily for entries. leave me the link to your tweet- Your Tweet Must include @FrugalFamilyFun @bkwseasonings and the link to this contest.  tweets must be at least 1 hour apart for entry. 1 extra entry for each tweet.

Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each
Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries

Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway worth 5 extra entries. Leave me the link to the blog post in your comments!

Enter any of our other giveaways! Gain an extra entry in this contest for each contest you enter! Leave the name of the contest in your comment!

Contest begins now and ends March 1,2011 at 11:59 PM PST. Winners will be selected via Random.org and will be notified by email. Winner must respond within 48 hours or forfeits prize.  Open to US Only!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product reviewgiveaway Disclosure. &

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Monday, February 14, 2011

Resolve to eat more Whole Grain in 2011

Did you know that 95 percent of Americans don't get enough whole grain in their diet? According to the 2010 Report of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, only five percent of Americans get the three full recommended daily servings - a shocking statistic.

It's never been easier to get the whole grain you want without sacrificing taste! Every Big G cereal contains at least 8 grams of whole grain per serving, with more than 20 General Mills cereals delivering 16 grams or more. (At least 48 grams of whole grain are recommended daily.) Big G cereals are America's number one source of whole grain at breakfast, providing America with more whole grain at breakfast than any other breakfast food from any other manufacturer.

Only whole grain gives you the vital nutrients from the complete grain. The health benefits of whole grains can't be pinpointed to one particular component of the grain. It's the "whole grain package" that makes the difference. In addition to fiber, whole grain contains antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other vital nutrients that help ensure a healthy diet. A diet high in whole grain has been found to help with diabetes and weight management, and it may help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.

Check out this video from Dr. Travis Stork, emergency-room physician and host of the "The Doctors" on CBS, for more about the health benefits of whole grain.
Click here or the image above to watch the video!
Get into the whole grain habit by just looking for the big white check on Big G cereals! Cereal is already one of the healthiest breakfast choices you can make, and the entire Big G cereal line is made with whole grain, making it a great choice. Big G cereals have the brands and flavor your family will love, including Cheerios®, Lucky Charms®, Cinnamon Toast Crunch®, Honey Nut Cheerios®, Fiber One® and Total®.

To be sure the other foods you are choosing have the healthy whole grain you need, just follow these two easy rules:
  1. Look for a whole grain symbol like the big white check on Big G cereals or the Whole Grain Stamp developed by the Whole Grains Council
  2. Scan the ingredient list and choose foods that list a whole grain near the top of the list
Visit www.WholeGrainNation.com for more tips, additional information about the benefits of Whole Grain and how Big G cereals can be a convenient and tasty way to incorporate more whole grain into your day.

To learn more about the benefits of Whole Grain and how Big G cereals can be a convenient and tasty way to incorporate more whole grain into your day visit www.WholeGrainNation.com.

I chose to share this post from Psst! a partner of General Mills. I was not compensated for this post

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Valentine's Giveaway with 1800-Flowers! (24 hours contest!!)

Looking for the perfect gift for your loved one? Flowers die, chocolates get eaten, but a cherihed memory lasts forever. Give your significant other something to remember-the Celebrating Love book by Jim McCann.  For only $9.99 you get a beautiful book sure to inspire love all year round! Celebrating love is a collection of love stories that expresses the beauty of love, and reminds us to "share, remember and cherish" that special bond!

Product Description:
Celebrating Love follows Celebrating Mom in a new gift series from 1-800-flowers.com and celebrations.com founder Jim McCann.

Reinforcing the 1-800-flowers.com and celebrations.com philosophy of helping customers express, connect, and celebrate, McCann balances the practical with the inspirational, and the poignant with the profound, inside this collection of authentic love stories. Full-color drawings illustrate the book throughout and are interspersed with meaningful quotes and little-known facts about love and affection. Divided into four sections based on the distinct seasons of love, Celebrating Love features 150 entries, including:

* Spring: "Love that is not madness is not love." --Pedro Calderon de la Barca

* Summer: Meeting you was fate. Becoming your friend was a choice. Falling in love with you was beyond my control. Becoming your wife was my fairy tale come true.

* Fall: The Geography of Love

* The oldest love song in existence, whose origin is from somewhere between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, was written 4,000 years ago.

* Nevada issues 120,000 marriage licenses a year.

* Winter: I love you, my forgetful wife. Who knew that love not only lasts longer than memory, but that it continues to grow?

About the Author
Jim McCann is a highly successful entrepreneur whose vision and energy have helped grow 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, the company he founded in 1976, into the world's leading florist and gift company. He is also the founder of Celebrations.com and appears frequently on many national TV networks, including CNBC, CNN, Fox News Channel, and Bloomberg TV.

I love this book! First off, it is beautiful! Pink is my favorite color, but beyond that I love the illustrations inside and  is full of wonderful stories, inspirational quotes and lots of love! This book is a great gift for Valentine's, but I believe in celebrating love all year round!  Valentine's day is so commercial, we come to expect lavish gifts and frivolous things. I appreciate the gifts that I get on a regular day FAR more than on Valentine's day! This book helps to remind me that love is important 365 days of the year!

In addition, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM is hosting a special Valentines Day "Love Note" Contest! This  contest encourages 1-800-FLOWERS.COM fans to post their own love notes, and cast their vote for the most touching love note on the 1-800-FLOWERS.COM Facebook page. The love note voted the most touching will win a bouquet, courtesy of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM!  Click here to enter! (Today is the last day to enter!! Tomorrow is the last drawing!!!)

I am offering one copy of Celebrating Love to one lucky reader! Here is how you can win!!:

MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:

PART 1: Tell me what you do to celebrate love on a regular day!  Leave your answer in your comment!

PART 2: Follow me via Google Friend Connect
You must put both parts in the SAME comment and include your GFC name for the entry to count. Also must include an email to contact you to win, unless it is visible on your blogger profile.
 No email=no prize!


For all other entries, leave a separate comment for each entry, and if it says more than entry for doing something, leave an individual comment for each of those entries and label them #1 #2 and so forth.
Have questions? Email Frugal Family Fun!

Extra Entries:

UNLIMITED ENTRY: Comment below with any comment relative to love, Valentine's day, how you celebrate love, your favorite love quote....anything to do with love!


  Like Frugal Family Fun on Facebook leave me your Facebook name in the Comment 1 extra entry 

Like  1800 Flowers on Facebook leave me your Facebook name in the Comment 1 extra entry

If you get a friend to like us on Facebook, you get an extra entry! One entry per friend that likes my page!  THIS IS AN UNLIMITED ENTRY  Just say in your comment that you got a person to like and what their name is! 1 extra entry each

Follow @1800flowers on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment 1 extra entry
 
Follow @FrugalFamilyFun on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment 1 extra entry 
 
Follow @BriansWifey05 on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment 1 extra entry

Tweet about this giveaway up to 5 times daily for entries. leave me the link to your tweet- Your Tweet Must include @FrugalFamilyFun @1800flowers and the link to this contest.  tweets must be at least 1 hour apart for entry. 1 extra entry for each tweet.

Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each
Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries

Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway worth 5 extra entries. Leave me the link to the blog post in your comments!

Enter any of our other giveaways! Gain an extra entry in this contest for each contest you enter! Leave the name of the contest in your comment!

Contest begins now and ends February 15,2011 at 5:00 PM PST. Winners will be selected via Random.org and will be notified by email. Winner must respond within 48 hours or forfeits prize.  As I am fulfilling shipment, this is open to US Only!


1800 Flowers provided me with a copy of this book to review on my blog. I was not obligated to give a positive review. They also provided me with a copy to giveaway!

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Boiron Homeopathic Value Pack Review & Giveaway


Have you heard of Homeopathic medicine?  Have you used any before? For me, it started with teething tablets when my now 5 year old started teething as a baby.  The Orajel and Tylenol didn't quite do the job, so we gave her the teething tablet.  The combination of the three medicines seemed to soothe my baby and help her with her teething. And a quiet happy baby means a happy family! But that was all I had tried as far as Homeopathic treatments.

What is Homeopathy?

Homeopathic medicines are therapeutically active micro-doses of mineral, botanical and biological substances.  They are reliable and safe drugs, therefore considered by many as an excellent first choice when self-medicating. Homeopathy has been used for more than 200 years, building a remarkable safety record and generating a great body of knowledge.  Today, homeopathy is used by millions of patients in more than 65 countries and recommended by more than 400,000 healthcare providers.

Recently I got to try the Boiron Homeopathic Value Pack. I decided to try it the first day I felt a sore throat and slight runny nose when I woke up.  My husband woke up that day with the same symptoms. I followed the directions of the Coldcalm-take 2 tablets every 15 minutes for 2 hours, then continue every 2 hours to take 2 tablets.  The next day I was better! No cold, no sore throat-no kidding! My husband suffered with the cold about a week, getting far worse than that first day! I was so happy to be healthy!!


When my 2 year old was recently sick with a temp of 103, my husband I got very worried.  She wouldn't take liquid medicines and was becoming dehydrated because she wasn't drinking much either. After spending several hours in the pediatricians office, we were sent home.  We still couldn't get medicine in her but were hoping to get her better without a trip to the hospital.  When she woke up from a nap I got her to take one of the doses of oscillococcinum. Within 15-20 minutes her fever was down, she was eating and drinking, running around...it was a complete turn around! 
The following day we took her back to the doctor for a follow up. The doctor was shocked that the homeopathic medicine is what worked to help her fever go down.  But really I think it was! The medicine was like a little tube of sprinkles so she took it without a fight! Of course, it isn't really sprinkles, but the similarity helped the situation!  I was so glad that something worked and helped her to feel better during a time that she was very ill! I recommend anyone who is sick to try these products!

You can try this great product out for yourself! Here is how you can win the value pack Sponsored by Tomoson.com!!
MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:

PART 1: Go to BoironUSA.com  and then come back here to tell me something you learned!  Leave your answer in your comment!

PART 2: Follow me via Google Friend Connect
You must put both parts in the SAME comment and include your GFC name for the entry to count. Also must include an email to contact you to win, unless it is visible on your blogger profile.
 No email=no prize!


For all other entries, leave a separate comment for each entry, and if it says more than entry for doing something, leave an individual comment for each of those entries and label them #1 #2 and so forth.
Have questions? Email Frugal Family Fun!

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Follow @BoironUSA on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment 1 extra entry
 
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Tweet about this giveaway up to 5 times daily for entries. leave me the link to your tweet- Your Tweet Must include @FrugalFamilyFun @BoironUSA and the link to this contest.  tweets must be at least 1 hour apart for entry. 1 extra entry for each tweet.

Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each
Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries

Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway worth 5 extra entries. Leave me the link to the blog post in your comments!

Enter any of our other giveaways! Gain an extra entry in this contest for each contest you enter! Leave the name of the contest in your comment!

Contest begins now and ends February 28,2011 at 11:59 PM PST. Winners will be selected via Random.org and will be notified by email. Winner must respond within 48 hours or forfeits prize.  As I am fulfilling shipment, this is open to US Only!



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Kathryn the Grape - Just Like Magic {Children's Book Review & Giveaway}


My 5 year old has been doing really well learning to read this year! I am so proud of her!! We are always looking for great new books to explore together! I was very excited for the chance to review Kathryn the Grape-Just Like Magic! By Kathryn Cloward and Jody Duhamel.  It is illustrated beautifully by Christine Winscott! This fun story is great for bedtime and helps you use your imagination!


Product Description:
"
POOF! Just Like Magic! That’s how easy it is to fall in love with Kathryn the Grape and her magical butterfly friend, Maggie! These inspiring characters teach that each of us has our own magic within. As your children read along, they will discover their own inner strength and fearlessness, learn about making new friends, and learn the importance of helping others. Kathryn the Grape takes the reader on a journey of discovery and spreads the message that everyone is magical!"

This fun book was an instant hit with my girls! They wanted to read it as soon as it came and again at bedtime!  They really like magic so this was a great story for them!  The book has bright colors and is easy to read aloud!  The book has 40 pages but each page only has a few sentences! That gives you plenty of quality reading time without being TOO lengthy!  I love how it also gives little lessons, like considering right and wrong and acting accordingly! 

Something really cool about this story is that $1 of from every book sold on KathryntheGrape.com is directed to the Kathryn the Grape Foundation. They partner with non-profit agencies focused on  supporting education, empowerment and sustainability.  The Kathryn the Grape Foundation exists to share the magic by giving back and partnering with local, national and global organizations aimed at supporting education, empowerment and sustainability.

I think this is a great book with a great cause! I want one of you to get this book in this great giveaway, Sponsored by Tomoson.com!  Here is how to win:

MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:

PART 1: Go to kathrynthegrape.com, explore a little and come back here to tell me which product is your favorite!  Leave your answer in your comment!

PART 2: Follow me via Google Friend Connect
You must put both parts in the SAME comment and include your GFC name for the entry to count. Also must include an email to contact you to win, unless it is visible on your blogger profile.
 No email=no prize!


For all other entries, leave a separate comment for each entry, and if it says more than entry for doing something, leave an individual comment for each of those entries and label them #1 #2 and so forth.
Have questions? Email Frugal Family Fun!

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Contest begins now and ends March 13,2011 at 11:59 PM PST. Winners will be selected via Random.org and will be notified by email. Winner must respond within 48 hours or forfeits prize.  As I am fulfilling shipment, this is open to US Only!
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Win the “Be a Cleaning Pro” Sweepstakes from O-Cedar!

Beginning February 15 – April 30 O-Cedar is running the “Be a Cleaning Pro” Sweepstakes for a chance to win a personal house visit by Peter Walsh and $1000 cash as a part of the grand prize.  There will also be three monthly winners (February, March and April) who will receive an O-Cedar prize package including the ProMist, an autographed copy of Walsh’s  Lighten Up and an eight-hour home visit by the ProMist Clean Team.  For more details, please visit www.ocedar.com.

Peter Walsh says the new O-Cedar® ProMist® cleaning system changes the game on clean!!  The ProMist uses two types of reusable microfiber pads: a durable pad that can be washed up to 100 times and a disposable pad that can be washed or tossed.  Unlike most other mops out there, the ProMist comes with a refillable bottle allowing you to decide what you want to clean with. With kids and pets around, we recommend a little vinegar and water instead of those harsh, smelly chemical cleaners. 

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Redraw for the winner of the Mix Pups giveaway!

Looks like the winner of the Mix Pups has failed to claim their prize! Here is the newly drawn winner!:
sueparks2003 said... 36
subscribe via email sueparks 2003 at gmail dot com
Congrats Sue!  I am emailing you to claim your prize! To all you great fans, please check out my other current giveaways!!

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Winners!!

Hope everyone has had a fabulous weekend! Once again I am slacking on winners posts! Here are the past few winners!!:
Via random.org the winners are:

For the Tropical Traditions Hair Oil Treatment:

SunshineofAutumnQuilts said... 24
Follow us via Google Friend Connect sunshineofautumn at yahoo dot com
For the Tropical Traditions Arnica Moisturizing Lotion:

jbmthill said... 51
I subscribe to the tropical traditions newsletter jbmthill@aol.com
For the YogaBuddies Bedtime Stories DVD :

Bethany said... 11
After visiting their site I learned that finding a focal point helps your balance. I follow with gfc publicly, bethany bethanyg153@gmail.com
For the My Blog Spark Fiber One Gift Pack:

Raven In A Blue Room said... 49
I like Yoplait on facebook (Louis Here) schnitzomage {at} gmail {dot} com
For the Cleen Cell Wipes 

Jackie said... 3
I entered the Jewelrystylist.com giveaway jackievillano at gmail dot com
For the I.C.O.E. Kids Bracelet
ruthhill74 said... 8
petcakes giveaway entrant

For the Rockin' Green Bag of Detergent:


Romapr said... 72
Tweet 5 http://twitter.com/#!/romapr09/status/35600049857626113
Phew!! That was a LOT of winners!!Congrats to all! You are being emailed to claim your prizes!! Thanks to everyone for playing! Check out our current giveaways!

Friday, February 11, 2011

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Thursday, February 10, 2011

Family Dining Done Right!

It seems today we spend too much time in front of the t.v., on our phones or online.  We are losing our connection with our families! The best time and place to reconnect is at the dinner table! But it can be a challenge to get everyone there at the same time to enjoy a family meal without all the distractions of our daily lives!  Here are some ways to get your family back on track and in tune for family meal time!

1) Schedule dinner times several nights a week that are required family times. Figure out a schedule that works for all members and plan on these nights being nights where you all eat at home. (One of these days should be a weekend night)  Plan what nights are the ones where no one is going to have activities and stick to the schedule.  Make it a family rule that no one can make other plans these evenings during the dinner hour.

2) Require the electronics and t.v. to be OFF.  It won't kill anyone to turn off the t.v. or to let the phone ring during a meal.  No Facebook, no Twitter, no background noise.  If you are checking your phone or watching a show you aren't connecting with your family.  The best time to talk is when you have everyone together.  Make sure you are following the rules too! Your kids follow your example.  Of course, if you have a situation where you must have your phone or pager for emergency/work purposes that is the exception. If it is something or someone that can wait, then call back later.

3) Let everyone get a chance to talk. Go around the table and let everyone share highlights of the day.  Take turns asking questions.  This way you get to know more about each other, your daily lives and what is really going on.  If you are open with your kids, they are more likely to reach out to you when they need advice, have a problem, or just want to talk.  Create an environment of security and you will be glad you did later on!

4) Let your family help choose the meals.  And have them help prepare them too! During dinner, choose what you want the next meal or the following week.  When it's time to make dinner, give everyone a job. Little kids can set the table, older kids can make drinks or a salad. Everyone can have a job and they will feel more included if they are giving a special duty.

5) Always follow etiquette rules and set an example for your kids.  Say please and thank you. Ask for dishes to be passed, and keep your elbows off the table.  More and more we seem to be forgetting the proper way to eat.  Take your time and enjoy the meal. This is a time to bond! No need to rush!!!

Follow these simple tips, and you and your family will  become more connected and enjoy meal time!!  Having a set meal routine will help your family communicate better and will keep you happy too!!

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Monday, February 7, 2011

FREE custom T-shirt for Valentine’s Day!


Get 1 FREE custom T-shirt for Valentine’s Day! The T-Shirt is Free, pay only shipping and processing! This year, try something fun and new by creating a custom T-shirt for your kids or spouse! Designing a unique gift is easier than you think. Choose from a variety of designs and add your own personal message to make a truly special gift! Order now to receive your gifts in time for Valentine’s Day!

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Winners!!

I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend! Sorry for the delay on some of these winner posts!! Here are the winners from the past few days!:

For the Jazwares Mix Pups Plush: #24
Raven In A Blue Room said... 24 Google Friends Connect - following your blog publicly as Louis
I like the plush toys, esp. the poodle/dalmation from Colorado who still needs a name

Thank you for hosting this giveaway

Louis

For the Chiquita Mom Prize Packs:
 #s: 5, 185,107,172,183
JR911 said... 5
I follow you on twitter- avonproducts4me
Jeanie said... 185
Daily tweet 5 http://twitter.com/alohapearl12/status/31240556390649856

Romapr said... 107
Tweet 3 http://twitter.com/#!/romapr09/status/28619650694643712
Kristen M Eby said... 172
follow u on twitter @tabida Kristen M Eby
Anna Galanos said... 183
I added your button to my blog. http://www.xanga.com/annaisabanana08 Comment #2
For the Household Traditions Dish Liquid: #106
Cathy W said... 106
#2 http://twitter.com/cjwallace43/status/33881456551919616

Congrats to all the winners!! You are being emailed to claim your prize!! Thanks to everyone for playing! Check out our current giveaways!

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Don't forget the Kolcraft Silent Auction ends Tonight!!

Have you seen the Silent Auction I am holding with Kolcraft for the amazing Jeep Overland Jogging Stroller!?!?  The highest bidder makes a donation to Kids in distressed situations and gets this:

Current bid is $70 and it ends at 9pm PST TONIGHT!! Get your bids in now! This stroller retails around $220, so this is a great chance to get it for less! And you are donating to K.I.D.S., so you are giving back to a great cause and getting a great stroller out of it!! Click here to get in on the action!

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