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Thursday, December 29, 2011

Patch Products’ new family game 100 Wacky Things Game

Want to get loud? Want to get silly? You’ll be laughing uncontrollably while doing some crazy things in Patch Products’ new family game of ridiculous antics.  100 Wacky Things Game  will have your whole family laughing and having a fun time all while having family time. Your kids will love this game and so will you. We loved it! I gave it to my daughter for Christmas and our whole family played it after dinner that day and we had a blast and were laughing hysterically. It made a great Christmas even better! Definitely a must have family game!

Game info:
In 100 Wacky Things™, players pick cards that tell them to salute the nearest wall, do the Chicken Dance around the room or walk like a gorilla. Other cards set off chain reactions among players. Your actions might cause others to pretend they’re riding a horse around the room and say: “Giddyup!”, do a hula dance, pretend to jump rope or hiss like a snake.
Throughout the game, players will draw two types of Wacky Cards: Always and Whenever. If a player draws an Always Card, they will do whatever the Wacky Card says immediately and then repeat that wacky thing whenever it’s their turn. A Whenever Card directs a player to do whatever the card says whenever another player does something specific. For example, if Jenny’s card tells her to sing the Happy Birthday song and pretend to blow out candles, then Eric will need to stand up and do the twist since his card states he must do the twist whenever someone sings. The standing causes Annie to howl at the moon, while the animal noise causes Gary to tap his heels together and recite, “There’s no place like home.”
Players will compete to be the person who does the wackiest things and gets the highest score. Players win points by performing each wacky act they have in their hands throughout the game. Point values can be found on the Wacky Card and range in numbers from 1–12, based on the wackiness of the action. And, did we mention the silly props? Who can resist acting goofy while wearing an elephant nose, feathered boa, funny glasses or singing into an echo microphone. 100 Wacky Things is for 3 or more players ages 7 and up. But honestly my 3 year old and 5 year old played it and had fun playing it too. You might just have to help them a bit by reading the cards and such. So fun for the whole family! For more information on Patch Products and 100 Wacky Things, visit patchproducts.com 

Friday, December 23, 2011

Look your best this Holiday season with Hair accessories from Coveryourhair.com


With five girls I have tons of hair accessories. We can never have too many. We dont dress up much other than Holidays or for pictures but my girls love things in their hair daily. So where do I find some of my girls adorable hair clips and hats? Cover Your Hair has everything my girls love for great low prices. That's why I love them!


This holiday season I knew where to go to get my girls the cutest bows for Christmas pictures and parties. I was also lucky enough to get a cute peacock eye feather clip for my oldest for review as well and my daughter is in awe with it. Lots of her friends wear the feather berets and this is the first one we have got so you bet we will be getting alot more in the future haha. The feather clip is gorgeous. The beautiful blue and greens in the peacock feathers are absolutely amazing. The feathers are soft and the whole clip is very well made especially for the price. I am very impressed and so is my daughter and her friends. They had to know where to get some as well. So if you love hair accessories or have a little one that loves them you have to check out Cover Your Hair.

Need a last minute gift idea for special girl in your life check out Bizus

Product info:
Bizu is a Twist on Beads and the exclusive bead activity that allows girls to create magically transforming accessories. Make bracelets, charms, and necklaces anyway you want. Give the jewelry a twist and create cute, posable, and lovable characters! With 60 characters stylized in glam, wild, rock and funky designs- there’s a trend for everyone with thousands of possible combinations! Perfect for ages 6 and up.


Our opinion:
All 5 of my girls love bead sets and love making beaded jewelry and accessories. That is a top gift for my girls anytime. So when we got the chance to try out  Bizu's you bet we couldn't wait. Bizus are cool hip colors and you can make cool designs and shapes so my girls were in love with them instantly. They honestly couldn't get enough of them. I had to buy more sets for Christmas so they could be busy for hours make me  and grandparents and friends and each other beautiful jewelry. My oldest is also making some for sick kids in the children's hospital to donate. So yep these adorable Bizu beads are getting lots of great use. So if you need that last minute gift for a special little girl in your life grab some  Bizu's. Trust me she we love them. They are carried at most toy stores and stores like Walmart, Kmart, etc.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Winners-a bit late

So I got 4 lucky winners to announce a bit late but better than never right?

So here goes..
The first winner is for the country crock giveaway...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:
129 
Timestamp: 2011-12-21 19:20:04 UTC


Marilyn's Money said...129

I voted on pickett fence, mjjaegly@yahoo.com

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The second winner is for the Mr. Poppers penguins giveaway...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:
205 
Timestamp: 2011-12-21 19:20:56 UTC


Frugal Tumbleweed Acres said...205

3. email subscriber
gourdsrmylife(at)yahoo(dot)com

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The third winner is for the Chex mix prize pack giveaway...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:
33 
Timestamp: 2011-12-21 19:22:04 UTC


karasceviour said...33

I entered the cover your hair giveaway. karasceviour at hotmail dot com

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Last but not least is for the Soft lips giveaway...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:
18 
Timestamp: 2011-12-21 19:22:58 UTC


~Shari said...18

I entered the Strawberry Shortcake DVD #1 giveaway
babblebabe0@yahoo.com

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You all have been emailed and have 48 hours to claim thanks!

Pretty Little Liars premiere Jan. 2

The summer season finale of Pretty Little Liars ended with a cliffhanger leaving viewers still wondering, “Who is A?”After that episode I am really not sure who A is. It could be Allison or Aria or even someone completely different. With this shows twists and turns I am not even gonna try to guess lol. I believe Jenna/Garrett alliance is something worth keeping an eye out for becuase you never know what they are capable of doing and achieving. I cant wait for the season premiere on January 2, where do you think the plot will pick up and how are the girls going to get out of the mess they’re in? I cant wait to see!

Another great episode you have to see that will leave you saying hmm and OH is the Halloween special episode that went back to a previous Halloween before Alison’s death. The people behind the masks, the Montgomery family drama and how evil Alison really was for luring her friends to an abandoned house and pretending she was being killed.  So tune-in to the show's Winter Premiere Jan 2, Mondays at 8/7c on ABC Family and check out the website at http://abcfamily.go.com/shows/pretty-little-liars/. Or if missed some of the nail-biting suspense from last season? Make sure to get all caught up here: http://bit.ly/tupDF8



I have been hired by Warner Bros WBWord division to raise awareness for Pretty Little Liars.

Catch a picture of santa this year on icaughtsanta.com

Imagine the look of wonder and surprise when a child receives a photo of Santa caught in the act in his or her very own home.  http://www.icaughtsanta.com/  is a unique website that helps visitors create those memorable keepsake photos.

In three simple steps anyone can upload a holiday photo, add Santa Claus and print it as proof… or share it via Facebook and Twitter. Last-minute shoppers can purchase Gift Cards and eGift Certificates for loved ones with children, making  http://www.icaughtsanta.com/  a great gift idea even if you don't have kids yourself. So head over and check it out today and make your kids believe again and make them smile.

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Got lots of holiday parties well make them a Pillsbury party!

From October to January we have so many parties that evolve around food. It can be a challenge to find things affordable yet yummy and still wow your guest. Luckily I found Pillsbury and their awesome products and their very awesome website with millions of great recipes to make my parties awesome.
We were lucky enough through My Blog Spark to get to have a awesome Pillsbury Potluck party with my friends and family. This made our family Christmas party even better. We made tons of great food with Pillsbury products and shared them with everyone and exchanged recipes and had so much fun and learned tons of great ideas for parties and dinners. Some of the awesome recipes we made with Pillsbury was a Ham & Cheese crescent ring, cresent pigs in a blanket, chocolate chip cookie sandwiches, cinnamon rolls christmas tree pull apart, mini pot pies and even sausage biscuits and gravy. Oh it was all so heavenly and easy to make. We all had great ideas and love the recipes on the website. You bet we all saved the website to our favorites!
 So if you want some great recipe ideas and want to wow your guest check out  Pillsbury website and follow them on Facebook and Twitter. Trust me there will be so many awesome recipes you will add to your recipe must try lists. So check it out and pick up some great Pillsbury products like Cinnamon rolls, biscuits, and crescent rolls and more at your local grocery store. Here is some more great recipes from the site to try!

"Disclosure: The Pillsbury product, information, food ideas, online coupon link, and prize pack have been provided by Pillsbury through MyBlogSpark."

Pretty Little Liars new season starts Jan. 2

I must admit when I first seen the previews to this show a while ago I didn't think I would get into it. But after watching a episode or 2 I was hooked. Pretty Little Liars is suspenseful and intriguing to watch with engaging characters. This is what got me hooked and wanted to see more and more.  I can’t wait to see what the new season brings to the girls from Rosewood!!
One of my favorite episodes from season one is episode 6, “Never Letting Go,” where the girls are prepping for the Charity fashion show and discover that Allison’s mom has returned to Rosewood.   It’s fun to watch the girls sitting around gabbing about boys, girls, dating, sticky lip gloss and kissing and oh yea, a serial killer who’s stalking them!  Allison’s mom wants the girls to wear her gowns on the runway, in the show, as a tribute.  The drama is just never ending…
Haven’t seen Pretty Little Liars? Well here is a short synopsis:
When their best friend Alison mysteriously vanishes, four girls believe their secrets are safe forever. But when they begin to receive threatening messages from someone named “A,” the truth may be only one text away. Filled with mystery, scandal, intrigue and nail-biting suspense, Pretty Little Liars is based on the best-selling book series for young adults from Alloy. Set one year after the disappearance of Alison, the manipulative and vindictive queen bee, the one-hour drama revolves around four 16-year-old girlfriends –Aria, Hanna, Spencer and Emily — who have lost touch with one another until each begins to receive mysterious messages suggesting that Alison is watching them and knows their most private details they are desperate to keep hidden. Suddenly, living in their picturesque suburban community is far from perfect as secrets, lies and betrayals threaten everything they hold dear. Even after Alison’s body is discovered, the messages don’t stop….



Tune in every Monday evening at 8/7c on ABC to watch Pretty Little Liars.  Don’t forget that the new season starts January 2nd!    Missed some of the nail-biting suspense from last season? Make sure to get all caught up here: http://bit.ly/tupDF8!
I have been hired by Warner Bros WBWord division to raise awareness for ‘Pretty Little Liars.’

Monday, December 19, 2011

Turkey cupcakes from Nueva Cocina what kid will pass up cupcakes!

Are your kids picky eaters? I have been lucky and my kids will eat just about anything. But when the food looks goods and has a yummy names you bet they eat it alot easier. But if your kids are really picky eater especially of meats its easier to make something look yummy but be healthy for them to eat.  So try this creative and healthy take on turkey from Nueva Cocina. Who can pass up a cupcake? FYI, Nueva Cocina features an assortment of spicy seasonings, scrumptious soups and irresistible rices. These quick and easy-to-cook authentic Latin products are 100% natural, free of MSG, and lower in sodium than most other brands. This bold and flavorful line offers fourteen vegetarian and fifteen gluten-free options. So its healthy and good for you and don't forget delicious. I used leftover Thanksgiving Turkey to make these and my kids loved them and so did I. It was full of flavor. Plus it was a finger food that contained your whole dinner in one easy to eat item. My kids thought this was so neat and cool now they bug me to make them more often. Guess what we will be using the leftovers from Christmas for haha! You should definitely try this recipe. I know you and your kids will love it. So pick up some Nueva Cocina and try it out this holiday season!

NUEVA COCINA TURKEY PICADILLO CUPCAKES
Ingredients
1 lb. of ground turkey
1 package of Nueva Cocina® Picadillo Seasoning
1 teaspoon of olive oil
½ 8-oz can of tomato sauce
1 egg white
2 tablespoons of unseasoned bread crumbs
Mashed potatoes of your liking
One 6-cupcake baking tray
Cranberries or Raisins

Cooking Directions
Mix the ground turkey (uncooked) with Nueva Cocina® Picadillo seasoning, egg white, bread crumbs, and tomato sauce in a bowl until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Fully fill each of the six slightly greased cupcake holders in the tray with the mixture.

Bake in a pre-heated 400-degree oven for 15 minutes, loosely covered with aluminum paper. Take off the aluminum paper and continue to bake for another 5 minutes until the top is browned.

Let cool for 5 minutes once out of the oven or until they can be handled with bare hands.

 “Frost” with your favorite mashed potatoes and place raisins or cranberries on top for decoration and added flavor. Makes 6 cupcakes

Petal's Table chocolate bark review

Are you looking for something yummy to send as a gift to someone special or even yourself? I got just the thing. Its Petals Table's White chocolate bark. I got a a chance to try this stuff out and I must say it was heavenly. I am lucky because my husband doesn't like white chocolate so I got to eat it all myself since I hid it from the kids haha. But there is a milk chocolate bark for those who don't like white chocolate. I loved it! The chocolate was rich and creamy. I loved the golden raisins, cranberries, almonds, pecans and more. I must say a small piece of this will certainly curb your sweet tooth. This would make a great gift or addition to a gift basket. It is definitely different then most of the other chocolate barks I have tried and tasted! Best part it is very reasonable priced at $10 for such a heavenly treat!
Company info:
Petals Table is a web-based company that offers preserves, truffles, infused oils and vinegars, dipping oils, cookies, marshmallows and more. We use the best ingredients and make everything by hand. We also offer customized gift boxes and baskets using only our products.

We use as much recyclable products as possible. Our preserves come in mason jars and infused vinegars and oils in glass flasks which can be re-used. The gift boxes and baskets are also meant to be used again. These are quality items which can be used throughout your own home. Check them out on Twitter and Facebook and head over and pick up your chocolate bark and some of their other awesome products and goodies!

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Need a gift for the man in your life check out Bacon Lube

My husband is a huge bacon lover and recently really been wanting everything to do with bacon. Did you know they have practically anything you can thing of bacon themed. Yep its true! I mean bacon envelopes, bacon chap stick, bacon candy, bacon ranch, bacon mayonnaise, even bacon baby formula and bacon vodka. I thought I seen it all until my favorite bacon product company J&D's emailed me about their newest line just in time for Christmas. Yep Bacon Lube. Lol yep that shocked me and made me giggle but sparked my interest of a cute gift to put in my hubby's stocking yep the Bacon Lube haha.

J&D’s baconlube™ is water based, proudly Made in America and is the gold standard of meat flavored massage oils.  baconlube is like the McRib of sex - it’s delicious, makes men crazy, is here for a limited time and is in short supply, so don’t miss out.  We only made 3,000 bottles of this pork flavored nectar and it’s available starting Tuesday November 14th at www.baconlube.com for $11.99 – just in time to make for a very happy holiday season.   
FACT - People are passionate about bacon.  According to a recent survey of Canadians by Maple Leaf Foods, Canada’s market leader in the bacon category, when asked to choose between bacon and sex, more than four in 10 (43%) chose bacon.  Thanks to baconlube, Canadians will never have to choose between two of life’s greatest pleasures again.  So you’re welcome Canada, you’re welcome - we’ve got your back.

I just this for a review and I must say it does have a bacon scent but some other scent as well. It is not too bad smelling but honestly I wouldn't use it for the purpose it is meant for but it is definitely gonna be a great gag gift for my hubby to add to his bacon product collection. So do you have a bacon lover in your house or know someone that is? This would make a great present for them and get a few laughs as well so check out Bacon Lube and all the other awesome products J&D's has trust me we love the bacon salt, the ketchup salt, the bacon ranch and my boys love the bacon chap stick. So they dp have some amazing must have products. So head over and pick some up. Remember the Bacon Lube is limited time only 3,000 bottles made. Once they are gone they are gone.

Topricin heals, revitalizes and soothe winter skin

Winter is so hard on the skin. It dries it out, makes it crack and cold makes me so sore. But Topricin soothes the skin you’re in by revitalizing, restoring, moisturizing and providing vibrancy and energy to the skin, while giving your winter skin care regimen a boost. I got the opportunity to try out all three kinds of Topricin and I was so excited. I got the Junior strength for kids, the foot therapy and the pain relief and healing cream.

I feel in love with the cream. It is thick and didn't leave me greasy. It was odorless not like alot of other cream for healing. I love that it has the properties of the 11 natural biomedicines help to achieve overall health, vitality and vibrancy to the skin by naturally detoxifying and stimulating blood flow to increase and enhance oxygenation of the skin. My skin felt more moisturized and health after just a few days of using it.

Other key active ingredients in Topricin include: arnica for injuries and bruising, Echinacea to help reduce inflammation, hypodermal for relief from burning sensation in the hands or feet and graphites for most skin conditions. But it’s the synergy of the biomedicines working together that make Topricin the ideal formula for taking care of winter skin. This is great for my body and skin.

Topricin brings soothing relief to uncomfortable dryness of the skin on face, hands and feet. For some people, the problem is worse than just a general tight, dry feeling: They get skin so dry it results in flaking, cracking, even eczema (in which the skin becomes inflamed). Ugh my eczema is so awful in the winter especially on my elbows. so this will be helping alot.

Topricin loves your skin and provides rapid healing and relief for symptoms associated with:
-Rosacea
-Eczema
-Psoriasis
-Calluses and dry flaky heels
-Dry, cracked skin
-Sun and wind burn

Topricin  is odorless, greaseless and will not stain your clothing. Topricin is formulated for maximum absorption and can be applied many times a day as needed with no fear of overuse or interference with medication. Topricin is also safe for diabetics, pregnant and nursing women, and children (under age two please consult a physician before using). Topricin  is available in convenient 2-ounce the ($16.95) and is just the right size to store in a purse, briefcase, backpack, first aid kit, glove compartment or sports bag. The products is also available in two larger sizes: 4-ounce jar ($24.95) and 8-ounce bottle ($39.95)

Topricin is available in pharmacies, natural food stores, and other fine retailers nationwide, including Whole Foods, Vitamin Shoppe, Vitamin World, Fred Meyer, Wegmans, and other retail stores throughout the U.S., as well as direct from the Topical BioMedics’ online store. To learn more about Topricin, check it out at http://www.topricin.com/. You will be glad you did! I am!

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Gracie's Gift Children Book Review

We love books in our home. We read them every night before bed. Are favorite thing is when we find books that have their names in it. So when we got the chance to review Gracie's Gift we had to get it for our Gracie. She was so excited!

This was a very adorable book and my Gracie loved it and so did my other girls. Now this Gracie in the book is completely opposite then my Gracie with my Gracie loves hair bows and this one does not lol. But my girls thought it so fun. I love the meaning and story behind the book. We love the illustrations. They are absolutely adorable and girly. This is definitely a hit in our house!

To learn more about the book Gracie’s Gift and the author Andrea Trosclair, visit Andrea’s website at http://www.trosclairtales.com/. You can also purchase the book on the website while you’re there, or I found it on Amazon for $16.95 and eligible for free super saver shipping. Also be sure to become a fan of Trosclair Tales on Facebook. This would make a awesome gift for your little girl on Christmas. So head over and check it out!

Macy's Believe Campaign and giveaway plus help Make A Wish ends 12-30

One Christmas tradition me and my family has done from as long as I can remember is write our letters to Santa Claus. So you bet this tradition lives on through my kids. Every year we write our letters to Santa telling them how good we have been and what they like for Christmas. A few years ago I heard about the Macy's Believe campaign where I already sent letters to santa this was a amazing way to help Make A Wish foundation and get my kids Christmas letters out. So what is Macy's Believe foundation?

Macy’s is in the holiday spirit with their Believe campaign. For every letter received, Macy’s will donate $1 to The Make-A-Wish Foundation, up to $1 million! This makes wishes come true for so many children with life-threatening medical conditions. Over the past three years, Macy’s has collected more than 4 million letters to Santa! That is completely amazing!
This year you can download an easy tool to create your letters to Santa. Once it has been written and decorated with fun icons all you need to do is print the letter and bring it into the Santa Mailbox at Macy’s Believe Stations.


While at the Macy’s Believe Station you will need to try the new Macy’s Believe-o-Magic app. Download the iphone/ipod app/android app (from the marketplace) and then make your way to the photo area. Customers will be able to step in the frame and take a photo, which can also be uploaded into a holiday card template to share via e-mail or Facebook. Customers can also preview the magic at home by downloading the application and printing out the marker. When they point “Macy’s Believe-o-Magic” camera at the marker, they can see an animated Virginia ice skating right in their homes! That sounds like so much fun that we cant wait! So make sure you send your children's santa letters through the Macy's drop box and help Make A Wish Foundation as well. It is such a great foundation.

We are giving one lucky US. reader a adorable Believe snowglobe! Yay!
To Enter:
1. Tell me your favorite family Christmas tradition!

Monday, December 12, 2011

Nutrisystem Nation- Week 15 & 16

I know I am slacking on my Nutrisystem weight loss journey but its been a crazy couple weeks with holidays, birthdays, and its was finals week at my school as well so its been completely insane. Wow I think I have been running around like a chicken with my head chopped off. I must be honest and I have not been on the Nutrisystem 100% this last two week with my crazy schedule. I can say though I didn't go blow my progress with a bunch of burger, fries and donuts. I was good except for skipping some meals because I got so busy I forgot to eat. I have though been proportion sizing all I eat. I use a smaller plate and make sure 3/4 of my plate is mostly vegetables and fruits. The other 1/4 of my plate is healthy carbs and lean meats. I have only been drinking coffee, sugar free tea, diet Dr. pepper and water so that's good. I did have a candy bar and some cookies but I limited myself even though I felt so guilty afterwards. I kept busy and always moving so I got plenty of exercise these couple weeks. Now I expected to gain like 3 pounds this two weeks since I didn't stick with the diet but surprising not.

Results so Far
Starting 130lbs
week 1 128lbs loss of 2lbs
week 2 126lbs loss of 2lbs
week 3 127lbs gain of 1lb still down 3lbs overall
week 4 126lbs loss of 1lb down 4lbs since started
week 5 124lbs loss of 2lbs down 6lbs since started
week 6 123.5lbs loss of 1/2 lb down 6.5 lbs since started
week 7 123.5lbs no loss or gain down 6.5 lbs since started
week 8 123lbs loss of 1/2 lb down 7 lbs since I started
week 9 122.5lbs loss of 1/2lb down 7.5 lbs since started
week 10 121lbs loss of 1.5 lbs down 9lbs since started
week 11 120lbs loss of 1 lb down 10 lbs since I started and my first weight loss goal!
week 12 119lbs loss of 1 lb down 11 lbs since started!
week 13 120lbs gain of 1 lb down 10lbs since started!
week 14 119lbs loss of 1lb down 11lbs since started!
week 15 & 16 118 loss of 1lb down 12lbs since started!

I was shocked That I didn't gain weight. Ya I didn't lose much either than probably water weight gain but I don't care. Overall I am so happy I had this 4 month journey with Nutrisystem.I am sad it is now over but I have learned alot and will continue on the right path because of them. They have a awesome support system and great knowledgeable workers to help you any way they can. Out of everything I have tried to lose weight Nutrisystem has been the easiest and the best and the only one that has honestly worked. It is also the healthiest one for your body and your body's needs to survive. So if your New Years resolution is to lose weight and get in shape and healthier you have to check out Nutrisystem!

Want to lose weight and get healthy on Nutrisystem? Join today by calling 1-888-853-4689 or by visiting http://www.nutrisystem.com/nsblog

I received Nutrisystem products free of charge in exchange for my reviews and all opinions are my own.

Sunday, December 11, 2011

Tune into Rizzoli & Isles Dec. 12th its a new episode

I fell in love with Rizzoli & Isles last season and have loved it since. It is suspenseful and exciting and full of drama. I am excited for the new episodes to start Dec. 12th.

Dec. 12th episode Synopsis:
Jane attends her high school reunion and brings Maura along for the ride, but the fun is cut short when one of her old classmates turns up dead on the football field. Jane must focus on the past when she realizes that everyone in her class is a potential suspect. Meanwhile, Korsak gets a visit from ex-wife Melody Patterson (recurring guest star LOLITA DAVIDOVICH), who hopes he'll invest in her new business. Plus, recurring guest star CHRIS VANCE returns as Sgt. Major Charles 'Casey' Jones, an old flame of Jane's, and recurring guest star MATTHEW DEL NEGRO appears as Angela's car mechanic, Giovanni, who has eyes for Maura. Tune-in to the show (Mondays at 10/9c on TNT)

After reading the synopsis I am intrigued in watching what gonna happen next. I mean could you imagine one of your old classmates turning up dead at your class reunion? Then to think someone you went to school with and grew up with could be the murderer. That would be hard. I know They will do a awesome job at finding the murderer and there will be lots of action. So I am excited to see how it all turns out. So tune in Dec.12th on TNT at 10/9c and every Monday after to keep up with all of Rizzoli & Isles. If you need to check up on it or have never seen it before check out season 1 on DVD at http://bit.ly/lnDvyi

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Stay fresh this holiday travel season with Safari Towels plus win some ends 12-23

The Holiday time is for tons of traveling. Some people fly , some, take buses and some do the car trips. So how do you stay fresh and clean during travel. I remember travel across country with my mom as a kid or even traveling to the next state to see my family and stopping at restrooms to freshen up before you get there. That can be quite a chore at times. Well I found this great new product that will make freshening up so much easier. It is called Safari Towels.

 Safari Towels are the newest products from Anti Monkey Butt powder. What are they? They are pre-moistened heavy duty disposable towels that you can take with you anywhere. They are 14”X24” which means they are big enough to clean your whole body from the top of your head to the bottom of your tippy toes. Not only are they tough enough for cleaning that awesome bod of yours they won't tear or shred while you do it. These are great during the summer while outside alot and kids getting dirty or sandy at the beach or after swimming and definitely awesome for long trips. They smell great and leave you feeling clean and refreshed. This is something that is now going in my must haves for traveling for now on especially with 6 kids haha. So if your traveling this holiday season or need something you can freshen up with all year round check out Safari Towels. You will be glad you did!

We are giving one lucky reader a pack of Safari Towels yay!

To Enter:
1. Tell me what you see Safari Towels being useful for in your life.

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Monday, December 5, 2011

Give the gift of Beauty this holiday season with Softlips and enter to win giveaway ends 12-16

Give a Lip Treat This Holiday Season with Softlips
Be "so thoughtful," and give the gift of beauty this holiday season! Softlips' beauty and style expert, Jenn Falik, offers great beauty gift ideas that you can customize for someone special, whether it's a homemade beauty basket sampler, a glittery holiday stocking filled with pretty presents that pamper or the "little extra" finishing touch of a treat of Softlips lip balm pack tied with a ribbon on a gift! Perfect for sisters, mom, teachers, babysitters....beauty is the gift that keeps on giving.

As some of you might remember is prior post I absolutely love Softlips and cant get enough of the stuff. I love it, my kids love it and their friends love it. So this is a definite must give gift every year. It keeps my lips soft and moisturized and that's important during the winter months and the SPF keeps them protected in the summer months as well. So you can never go wrong with Softlips. I put them in the stockings for my kids and I have used them in gift bags for their friends and teachers. It is always a hit especially with all the great flavors. So check them out and pick some up.
Basket of Beauty: So many stores offer gift sets, but the person you’re buying for might not use or like everything in the set and it can come off like you were in a hurry to buy a gift. An easy solution is to buy a basket or small bin and fill it with items that you know they like. Each basket or bin can be customized to the person whether it’s a basket of beauty products including Softlips lip balm or a bin filled with hair products for the hair junkie. Finish the look by covering the gift set with cellophane and tie it with ribbon.

Glamorous Stocking Stuffers: Holiday stockings are an easy way to stash a variety of beauty goodies. You can find a glittery stocking to fill with pretty presents that pamper such as makeup brushes, shimmery jewelry, nail products for a manicure and Softlips lip balm.

Stylish Gift Wrapping: No matter what the gift is, with just a few simple steps you can transform an ordinary gift to an extraordinary gift. Add a touch of glam or beauty to your gift by attaching a pair of shimmery earrings or bangle bracelets to the ribbon or look for beauty products with peg holes in the card, like Softlips lip balm, and attach it to the ribbon on the gift bag or present.

Softlips availability: Now throughout the holiday/winter season, there will be select dual-packs (Winter Mint/Vanilla, Sugar Cookie/Raspberry, and Sugar Cookie/Cherry) available at stores such as Walmart,Target, and Rite Aid for $3.99. There is also a Winter 5-Pack that’s available exclusively in the Softlips online store, Softlips.com that offers all four winter flavors and a bonus flavor of Mint with a Hint of Vanilla. This set is packaged in a festive, blue sachet for $9.99.

We are giving one lucky US reader some Softlips for you to cherish and use. Yay!

To Enter:
1. Tell me your favorite Softlips flavor.

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7.follow me on twitter (collyn23) and tweet this contest (daily)
8.Enter my other giveaways 1 entry for each entered
9.Follow me on network blogs on sidebar
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11.Fav me on technoratti
12.comment on my non giveaway blogs 1 entry for each comment
13. Post this giveaway on any giveaway site, Online Sweepstakes, Mr Linky, or other networking website-leave the link where I can find it (5 entry for each site)
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Sunday, December 4, 2011

"A New Spin on the Cookie Exchange: Host a Chex Party Mix-Change!" plus we have a giveaway ends 12-16

So what kinds of gifts do you give the neighbors or co workers and others that you really don't feel buying a huge gift for? I like to make things because honestly that's what they do and its cheaper and fun for the whole family. We have done cookie mix jars, candy, hot chocolate kits, cookies, homemade snowmen, and more. This year I got the greatest chance to do a Chex mix exchange party. This party sparked up so many ideas for gifts. It was a blast.
For the party friends and family came over and brought their favorite homemade Chex mix and the recipe. We all tried the different flavors and ideas and recipes. We then boxed them up in cute little take out boxes and done. Great little gifts to give out to that someone you don't know what to get. This was so much fun and we got to learn a ton of different recipes. We even got a few from the Chex website.




  • Original Chex Party Mix - A tried and true classic of many holiday gatherings.


  • Chex PB & Chocolate Blast - Is there really a better combination than peanut butter and chocolate? Yes, when Chex cereal is added!


  • Chex Pumpkin Pie Crunch - Mix things up and try this mouthwatering alternative to the beloved holiday pie.


  • Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix - A combination of cinnamon, brown sugar, honey and marshmallows blend effortlessly together in a crazy-delicious, gluten free crunchy mix.


  • Chex Caramel Chocolate Drizzles - Melted chocolate, chewy caramel and a delightful crunch carry this gluten-free party mix recipe from microwave to table in 15 minutes.


  • I haven't tried all these recipes yet but ooh they sounds delish. One of my husband favorite is puppy chow which is chex cereal, peanut butter and chocolate chips melted and mixed together then when chex is well coated cover in powder sugar. Yep a chocolate, peanut sugar overload but oh so yummy. I do make a healthier one with the chex cereals all three kinds, pretzels, raisins, craisins, nuts, dried fruits and some time m&ms. It is easy and a favorite with the whole family. Chex party Mixes are great for family get together, parties, and just to have around.  
    The party was fun and we are planning on doing it again but this time instead of us eating it all we are going to get together to make them for our neighbors and coworkers and kids teachers. So it will be a gift making party lol. I mean I know we will be eating some as well because really who can help themselves around Chex mix haha. We are gonna try some new recipes as well. I think this is such a great gift idea and very reasonable priced. They best part even the kids can help make it and that makes the gifts so much more special! So remember Chex Mix this holiday and make some for yourself and others. It's a holiday hit!
    We are giving one lucky reader the same package I got for my party so you can have your own Holiday party. The kit will include 2 boxes of Chex cereal to create Chex Party Mix recipes,5 featured Chex Party Mix recipes, 10 takeout containers so your guests can take their Chex Party Mix to-go, $20 gift card to purchase recipe ingredients and decorating supplies. Awesome prize pack!

    To Enter:
    1. Tell me your favorite Chex mix

    Extra Entries:
    1. What is a great gift idea you have that is cheap for neighbors and teachers?
    2.Follow me
    3.sign up for my rss feeds
    4.Blog about this giveaway with link back to Mommies Angels this will count for 4 entries
    5.add my button to your site 2 entries
    6.Subscribe to my email feeds 3 entries
    7.follow me on twitter (collyn23) and tweet this contest (daily)
    8.Enter my other giveaways 1 entry for each entered
    9.Follow me on network blogs on sidebar
    10.add my blog to your blogroll counts as 3 entries
    11.Fav me on technoratti
    12.comment on my non giveaway blogs 1 entry for each comment
    13. Post this giveaway on any giveaway site, Online Sweepstakes, Mr Linky, or other networking website-leave the link where I can find it (5 entry for each site)
    14. Vote for me on Picket Fences (Daily)

    Disclosure: I received the same gift pack I am giving away from MyBlogSpark to facilitate my party and review. I did not receive any other payments and the review was not swayed in any way because of the free product. The opinions are my honest and true opinions yours may differ thanks!

    Lots and lots more winners

    So we got tons more winners to announce today. I have emailed all of them and you have 48 hours to claim I did have 2 that were not claimed last week so please make sure you email me so I dont give your prize to someone else. Thanks

    The winner is for the Strawberry Shortcake DVD...

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    I love the vanilla lip balm!
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