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I Just Ordered My FREE Silk Scarf!

2012-02-17T16:02:00.000-06:00

I joined sneakpeeq today and got this for FREE:

This offer is valid for new members only. Hurry! JOIN NOW to get your free scarf!

Another GREAT giveaway!

2012-02-06T07:04:00.000-06:00

Sparkling Reviews has done it again! Another great giveaway, and this time there are 8 winners!! Here is a list of the available prizes:

*$25 Amazon Gift Card

*$50 Visa Card

*$150 Walmart Gift Card

*$200 Target Gift Card

*$300 Amazon Gift Card

*$600 Amazon Gift Card

*$1000 Amazon Gift Card

***Grand Prize***

*$1500 Amazon Gift Card

* 2 $25 Visa Gift Cards (to share or keep)

*A Sony Blu-Ray Player

*An iPod Touch 8GB Blk

*$100 Itunes Gift Card

This giveaway ends on Valentine's Day. Go HERE for your chance!

(Link) Lipton Green Tea Coupon

2012-02-02T12:10:00.000-06:00

Lipton Green Tea is offering a $.75 coupon. Click here to print yours: http://bit.ly/zQfAER

(Review) Mr. Chewy's

2012-02-02T09:49:00.003-06:00

I was so blessed, recently, to win a $50 GC to MrChewy.com from The Mama Report.

I cannot say enough about the service, quality of products, and lightening-fast delivery!! WOW.

The Mama contacted me on Wednesday that I had won (YAY!), I ordered Wednesday night and my order arrived on Saturday! Now, that's what I call service!!

Mr. Chewy has a ton of variety--all the brands we are familiar with and more. The website is super easy to navigate, too, so we easily found our favorite dog food and some yummy treats for our dog. My dog, Tucker, was so happy! :-)

And, as if that wasn't good enough, shipping was free! Mr. Chewy offers free shipping on orders over $49.

Heavy dog food bags delivered to my door--what could be better!

I give Mr. Chewy a 5 out of 5! They are definitely a great business to deal with.

Connect with MrChewy.com on Facebook!

Disclosure: I was not asked to do this review and I did not receive any product or compensation for doing a review. I chose to write about my great experience with a great company.

*pictures are from The Mama Report blog and Mr.Chewy.com.

Just ONE MORE HOUR!!

2012-02-01T21:18:00.000-06:00

In about ONE HOUR, the most a.maz.ing. giveaway will end. Kaput! So hurry over to Sparking Reviews and enter to win all this:

Giveaway ends at 11:59pm ET tonight!

Make a Difference Monday -- Healthy Choices

2012-01-31T18:52:00.000-06:00

I am late! I do realize today is Tuesday and not Monday, but, well, better late than never, right? :-)

This week, I am trying to make a difference by making healthy choices. Truth is, I am a nominally healthy eater, I exercise on occasion, and get at least 7 hours of sleep most nights.

But I could do better. A lot better.

I am one of those blessed people (don't hate me...it is hereditary, I assure you!) that can sit around eating pretty much whatever I want and never gain an ounce.

I said don't hate me!

Believe it or not, there are negatives to that!! Let me explain...I can eat whatever I want with seemingly no consequences.

But there are consequences to every poor choice we make, and poor eating/exercise habits are no different. I am beginning to realize that I do need to make healthy choices...for my sake, for my husband's sake, and for the sake of my children who will follow in my footsteps. Aargh!

So, what changes have I been making?

*I bought whole wheat bread...the good stuff. Not the enriched wheat bread that is only a step up from white.
*We are keeping track of what we eat and how often we exercise. To do this, we are using Supertracker, a free website that charts our progress in achieving health and fitness goals.
*We are snacking better. Instead of chips, we are eating sunflower seeds, nuts and trail mix. Instead of juice, we are drinking water. Instead of candy, we are eating fresh fruit. I'm including more vegetables with meals and eating fewer sauces and less butter.

*We are more conscious of the amount of protein we are getting each day, something that our diet lacked. This lack of protein left us tired and less focused. I can already feel a decided difference!
*I have cut back on coffee. I know, I know...coffee is good for you, right? Well, the sweetened flavored creamers I use are most definitely not!

How about exercise? Well...I worked out twice. Call me old, call me a lame duck, but I hurt so bad that I just gave up! Now that I've had a few days to stop hurting, I plan to pick up exercising...but maybe something a little less intense this time. :-)

So, how have you made a difference this week? What are you doing to improve the quality of your life and the lives of those around you?

After all, if I want to live a long and healthy life I need to start making a difference today. How about you?

Don't Forget to Enter THIS Giveaway!

2012-01-30T20:47:00.000-06:00

You won't want to miss your chance at this EPIC giveaway, hosted by Sparkling Reviews! To celebrate 2000 followers, they are giving away this:

Crazy good! So for all the details and your chance to enter...hurry on over HERE!

Giveaway ends February 1.

Hurry Up! Before It's TOO LATE!

2012-01-30T19:48:00.000-06:00

RUN! Hurry!! RUN over HERE and enter to win THIS:

A 13 Inch Macbook Air and Apple TV Giveaway at Sparkling Reviews!!

HURRY! This ends TONIGHT!!!

(Review) Children's Advil

2012-01-30T19:12:00.000-06:00

I recently received a sample of Children's Advil to review from smiley360.com. (see my review of smiley360 here.)

Now, maybe I am just a creature of habit and just stick with the same ol', but how could I have missed that Advil makes a children's formula? I love how affective the adult formula is, so I am thrilled to have the opportunity to try the same great medicine for my kids.

What I like:

*I know it will work when I need it to. Advil is a name that I know and trust.
*The bottle I received is for ages 2-11 and is perfect for my kids' ages.
*The flavor is white-grape--something my picky kids will like!
*It works up to 8 hours--long enough to get through the night.
*It is dye-free! That is a real plus for my daughter that is allergic to many dyes and artificial ingredients.
*My children's pediatrician recommends ibuprofen over acetaminophen.

What I don't like:

*This contains a preservative called sodium benzoate. Now, most of you are saying, SO? And, for most of you, sodium benzoate is not a big deal. But, unfortunately, my son happens to be allergic to it.

I will say, though, that I really appreciate the fact that it is labeled as an ingredient! To my knowledge, the FDA does not require it to be on the label, so I always appreciate a company that clearly and specifically labels all ingredients.

I pray my children will stay healthy, but when the inevitable flu or fever arrives I am prepared. It is comforting to know that my children will be cared for by me...and a medicine I can feel good about.

Disclosure: I received free product to facilitate my review. All opinions are honest and my own and were in no way influenced by smiley360 or Children's Advil.

**Like Children's Advil on FB for exclusive offers and information.**

Use as directed.
For product usage, product label or more information, go to www.childrensadvil.com.

Smiley360--A Great Opportunity to Review and Get Rewarded

2012-01-30T18:17:00.001-06:00

I recently found a site called smiley360.com where I signed up for my first free sample within minutes.

What is smiley360, you ask? From their web site:

"In a nutshell, smiley360.com is a network of consumers. Our consumers participate in our social media programs and receive different products and services. They talk—the world listens."

As a smiley360 member, we are given the opportunity to review new products and services and give honest feedback. And that feedback influences the final product.

Free sign-up. Free samples of brand new products and services. My voice is heard.

Count me in!

And the more reviews I do, the more opportunities I have to do even more exciting product reviews and even the possibility of becoming a smiley360 brand manager.

If you are interested in finding out more or joining to receive your own free products and to have your voice heard, go HERE.

Stay tuned...I have my first smiley360 review coming up next!

Have You Ever Seen Such an Epic Giveaway??

2012-01-29T14:52:00.000-06:00

You aren't going to believe this one! To celebrate 2000 followers, Sparkling Reviews is giving away this:

a Flat Screen 73" TV

1 Sony Home Theater Set (includes Blu Ray Player , iPod dock, and speakers)

Yep, that's One thousand smackeroos!

And this is $1,000, too!

So RUN, don't walk, over HERE to enter. As if I need to tell you that!

Oh, and this giveaway ends Feb 1.

I Will Dream About This Tonight...

2012-01-29T14:39:00.000-06:00

I really want to win a TV for my sweet husband. I really do. So, I'm searching "giveaway TV" on twitter, and I find this:

Sparking Reviews is giving away a Macbook Air and an Apple TV. Woah.

Now, I really want to win an Apple TV for my husband.

And a Macbook Air for me. tee hee

If you want a chance, hurry HERE to enter. And I mean hurry. ~~My name~~ Winner will be announced on Facebook tomorrow.

Make a Difference Monday - Week Two

2012-01-23T00:01:00.002-06:00

Last Monday marked a new beginning for me...a resolution, if you will. I resolve to Make a Difference. No longer will I use the familiar excuses of What can just one person do that matters...or I am too busy...or a million others that stand ready in my brain.

Someday, when I am old (my kids think I'm already there), I want to look back and say that my life mattered...that I made a difference, even in some small way.

I have decided to journal my 'small ways' each week. And I hope you will join me, because...

YOU can make a difference, too.

***

I had planned to write about something totally different today, but instead I find myself drawn again to the thing that has consumed my thoughts this week. It happened on Wednesday. I got the email that changed the way I think about strangers. It has made a difference in my life.

And I hope it will make a difference in yours.

The email I received talked about the new book that River Jordan wrote called Praying for Strangers: An Adventure of the Human Spirit. In it, she describes how in 2009 she began a New Year's Resolution to pray for one stranger every day.

This may not seem like much...but it grew to something much bigger than one person. It has changed her life and the lives of many others.

And, this week it changed mine.

Here's the link to the e-mail: Praying for Strangers: The Resolution

Read the article. Then check out her website. Read the stories of the gazillions of people that have made River Jordan's resolution their own.

It is a.maz.ing. (insert goosebumps here)

So, this week, I became one of them. I took on the resolution. I am praying for strangers.

And that is making a difference in my life.

The people around me are no longer strangers...they are potential prayer-recipients. God is opening my heart to care even more for those around me, to see their needs (rather than rush by them) and to *dare I say it* reach out and help.*gulp*

I'm excited about this borrowed resolution. And, I admit, a little scared. But more excited than scared.

After all, I want to make a difference.

Make a Difference Monday

2012-01-16T00:01:00.001-06:00

I was trying to decide on a regular post for my blog, what my blog is really about, etc., etc., and what I have come up with is Make a Difference Monday.

I want my life to make a difference. I want my kids' lives to make a difference.

So, every Monday, I will post about some small way that I have made a difference during the previous week. I would LOVE it if you would comment with a way that you made a difference this week. That would be awesome! Would you do that for me??

Now for this week's post:

I love to give presents anonymously. I just love the thought of causing someone to stop and think about WHO could have possibly done...whatever. Then they go through all of the wonderful people in their lives, how many special ones they know that could have thought to do something special for them. And, in the process, they realize just how blessed they are. And that is the real gift.

Well, I was able to share my winnings with a very special family...anonymously.

So, don't tell, okay?

There is a young couple in our church that is on deputation (trying to raise support) to go to the Mission Field. They have three young children and another on the way. They live with the husbands' parents...or they did, but the parents are moving so they are looking for a place.

Anyway, I recently won a $25 GC to Burger King.

And I gave the card to the young family in our church...anonymously. How FUN!

I remember what a challenge suppertime can be when you're pregnant and trying to keep up with three active little ones. And they are on the road so much trying to raise support.

I like to think that my little gift made a difference and brought a smile to their faces.

Now it's your turn...What are you doing to make a difference? Please comment below and share!

*making a difference*

debbi

Enter to Win a Mega Makeup Prize Pack from Valentine Kisses!

2012-01-12T19:26:00.000-06:00

Valentine Kisses is hosting a HUGE giveaway right now. Just look at this!!

Every woman's dream-come-true!! It would be so much fun to open this package, right?? There is so much here, that you can surely find something to share to brighten someone's day! So head on over to Valentine Kisses blog and enter this amazing giveaway, which ends January 31.

*happy entering*

debbi

Enter to Win a Pepto Prize Pack

2012-01-12T18:48:00.001-06:00

Mommy Living the Life of Riley is giving away a huge Pepto-sponsored prize pack worth $255!

Pepto has put together an awesome prize pack to cover all of your post-holiday needs. Here is some of what is included:

And of course, this:

For full details, and to enter for your chance to win, go HERE. But hurry! Giveaway ends January 13th!

*happy entering*
debbi

Enter to Win a Cool Kids' Backpack!

2012-01-11T09:19:00.001-06:00

Indiana Coupon Savings & Giveaways is giving away the COOLest backpack! Have you seen these??

They are made by Optari. And my favorite part about them? You can add these:

These fobs can be added to create personalized bags! How fun!!

To enter for a chance to win one of these amazing backpacks, visit HERE. Hurry! This giveaway ends January 12.

*happy entering*

debbi

Enter to Win Dragonfly Soaps

2012-01-11T07:46:00.000-06:00

Indiana Coupon Savings & Giveaways is giving away Dragonfly handmade natural soap to TWO blessed winners.

Aren't these pretty? I love to use and give handmade soaps!! For your chance to win some, enter HERE. Giveaway ends January 12.

Debbi

Enter to Win a $50 Restaurant.com Giftcard

2012-01-10T12:30:00.000-06:00

Just Us Four is giving away a $50 gift card to Restaurant.com.

Enter HERE for your chance to win! Giveaway ends January 12.

Gooseberry Patch Quick & Easy Christmas Cookbook - Review

2012-01-06T11:04:00.000-06:00

I am blessed. I have a warm house, a loving husband, three wonderful and healthy children, and great food to eat.

And I love to cook all of the great food we have...especially when I find a great cookbook with great recipes!

This is one of those cookbooks:

I was fortunate enough to win this from Mommy I'm Hungry! I love Gooseberry Patch cookbooks!! In fact, I now own eighteen of their cookbooks. Um, yeah, I love them.

And this one is packed full of great recipes. Like:

                                   Skillet Chicken Cordon Bleu
                                  Powdered Sugar Sandies
                                 Slow-Cooker Chicken & Noodles

YUM!

These are some of my favorite Gooseberry Cookbooks:

To order your own copy of the Quick & Easy Christmas Cookbook, or any of their other wonderful products you can go here: http://www1.gooseberrypatch.com/

Note: I was not given anything in exchange for this review. All opinions are my own. I truly love these cookbooks!

*happy sharing*
debbi

Funny Face Beauty is Giving Away Makeup - Ends December 31

2011-12-28T10:14:00.001-06:00

If you like makeup (and who doesn't??), you need to check this out:

Funny Face Beauty is giving away this enormous lot of yummies! Head on over HERE for your chance to win! Giveaway ends December 31.

Stain Fighters (Link to Giveaway)

2011-12-25T20:35:00.000-06:00

I am on the lookout for a new stain fighter! My husband is a runner, which means that he sweats. And I have a very difficult time getting perspiration stains out of his running clothes. (Any suggestions??)

I found a giveaway for some Shout Free Stain Remover at The Dirty T Shirt.

Stop over HERE to enter. Giveaway ends January 3.

My Face Needs This! (Giveaway Link)

2011-12-25T17:03:00.000-06:00

Yes, I'm over 40, and no that does not bother me. I actually like being in my 40s...except for one thing: my skin is starting to show my age. Bah Humbug!

So, when I saw the Cosmetix giveaway at New Age Mama, I knew I needed to enter! Here's what is up for grabs:

For your chance to win, enter HERE. Giveaway ends December 27.

My Son LOVES Looney Tunes (Link to Giveaway)

2011-12-25T16:37:00.000-06:00

When I think about my childhood, I remember how much my big brothers enjoyed watching Looney Tunes. Bugs Bunny, RoadRunner, and especially the Tazmainian Devil--they loved them all.

I still don't get it! What is so funny about the same critters trying over and over...and over and over...to kill each other??

I do realize, however, that there are alot of Looney lovers out there, and my son is one of them! And that is why I entered the giveaway at Two Boys + One Girl = One Crazy Mom to win this:

If you have a Looney lover in your house, enter HERE by December 29.

Have I Mentioned How Much I Love Coffee? (Link to A Giveaway!)

2011-12-25T16:09:00.000-06:00

I am a coffee addict. And, no I am not looking for a twelve step program! LOL I am quite happy with my addiction.

I am also a coffee snob. I love good coffee, and good creamer (and a large dollop of whipped cream with a sprinkle of cinnamon, please).

So, I knew I had to enter when I saw that The Dirty T Shirt is giving away THIS:

For your chance to win it, go HERE. Giveaway ends January 1.

Books for Young Adult Boys -- Link to a Giveaway

2011-12-25T16:02:00.001-06:00

It is not often that I come across book giveaways that are appropriate for my children. My kids love to read (thankfully!), but they are at the stages now that it is difficult to find books a) that they like, and b) that I like.

If you head on over to The Dirty t Shirt, you can enter to win these books:

I would love the chance to check these out with my children. And then, if we like them or not, we can donate them to the local library (our home away from home, lol). They are always looking for books for young adults, too!

So, go HERE to enter for your chance to win. Giveaway ends December 26.

Something to Smile About -- Giveaway Link

2011-12-22T09:31:00.000-06:00

2 Boys + 1 Girl = 1 Crazy Mom is giving away this:

I am a coffee addict, so I would love to win this! My teeth could use ~~a little~~ a lot of whitening!

For your chance to win, go HERE. Giveaway ends December 27.

Stampin' Up! Giveaway--Ends Tonight!

2011-12-20T15:57:00.000-06:00

The Mommyhood Chronicles is having a Stampin' Up! Cookie Stamp giveaway...and it ends tonight! If you hurry over HERE to enter, you might win this:

1. Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamp (1), $16.95 item number 1251522. Kraft Gift Box (4) $2.95 item number 1241063. Homemade stamp set (1), $8.95, item number 1169784. 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch (1), $16.95, item number 1188745. 12" x 12" Smooth Card Stock Very Vanilla (1) $5.95 item number 1243016. Basic Black Stampin' Spot (1) (not sold individually)7. Cherry Cobbler Bakers Twine (1), $2.95, item number 123125 I LOVE Stampin' Up! products, so I'm crossing my fingers and my toes for this one! LOL
Remember, the giveaway ends tonight so hurry over HERE to enter!

A Fun Christmas Giveaway

2011-12-17T11:49:00.000-06:00

Rook No. 17 is having a fun Christmas giveaway to help you with all of the crafts you're doing with your kiddos. Here's what you can win:

So hurry over HERE--two lucky people will win! But hurry--the giveaway ends tonight!

A Perserve My Son CAN Eat!! (Link to Giveaway!)

2011-12-13T07:06:00.001-06:00

A few years ago, we discovered that my son has an unusual allergy...he is allergic to something called benzoate. This is a preservative often used in dried fruits or preserved fruits--especially in jams and jellies. His allergy is not serious, thankfully, so he can have a very small amount without getting sick.

Because of my son's allergy, we have to be very careful what brand of jelly we buy. Most jellies use benzoate as a preservative, and--get this--it is not required by the FDA that it is listed as an ingredient! We have had to learn (sometimes the hard way) which brands are safe, and which are not.

Smuckers is a safe brand! Their preserves are all natural, which is healthier for all of us.

Smuckers has recently come out with some new flavors that I would LOVE to try...especially the Orchard's Finest Michigan Red Tart Cherry. Doesn't that sound wonderful??

I just entered to win an Orchard’s Finest product sampling in branded crate over at The Dirty t Shirt. I would love to have a whole sampling of jellies that are safe for my son to eat!

This giveaway ends on December 15, so hurry over HERE for your chance!

What I Really Want To Give My Husband For Christmas...

2011-12-11T16:25:00.001-06:00

For a few months now, my kids and I have been trying to figure out ways to come up with several hundred dollars. Why? So we can buy my husband one of these:

Well, our dreams of buying one have been dashed so many times (okay, they really aren't very realistic dreams, since I am a SAHM and my kids are all too young to work, lol), but one can dream, right?

The other thing we have been trying is to WIN one. Wouldn't it be just SO amazing to win this??

Well, here's another chance! One Savvy Mom is giving away a 42" LG tv!! And I am praying that we will win it. *sigh*

For a chance to win it for yourself (or your husband!), head over HERE. Giveaway ends January 25, so if you or I win it will have to be a late Christmas present. :-)

But, hey, who's going to complain?

Happy entering!
Debbi

Today's The Last Day To Enter To Win Some Cool Gear!

2011-12-08T07:37:00.000-06:00

Inspired by Savannah is giving away this Cool Gear:

How cute are they, ha? I'm thinking they would make a great gift for my cute little great-nephew!

If you want a chance to win enter HERE. But hurry! The giveaway ends tonight at 12:59pm.

Eraselets Review and Giveaway!! Ends Dec 7

2011-12-07T00:01:00.000-06:00

**This is a sticky! Please scroll down for newer posts!**

I can't wait to tell you about this amazing product and company!! I was recently introduced to Eraselets...the bracelets that erase!

We all know how popular those little wristbands are...practically every organization has one. My college-age nephew wears one for Lance Armstrong, my friend and sister-in-law wear one for cancer research, and my kids wear them for fun. Until now...

Now, my kids wear them for function!

Because Eraselets are cool wristbands that erase! They really do!

What I like about Eraselets:

**They appeal to all ages.

When my package of eraselets arrived, I was amazed at how quickly they 'disappeared'! My children (age 13, 10 and 8) all liked them. Later, when my 18-year-old niece arrived for a visit, she took the last one! I can see children of all ages liking these. They would make the perfect stocking stuffer, birthday gift for a friend, or reward for doing something good!

**They are useful!

I have inherited my Dad's "New England Practicality", so I do not like to buy a gift 'just to buy a gift'. I want a gift that is meaningful and useful...not trivial, yet not boring either! Eraselets fill those requirements by being fun but also useful. They are a hit with almost any age!

**There is a style for everyone!

My favorite style is the Scripture bands:

There are two styles of Scripture bands: The Six Colors of Salvation and Scripture Pack - Sports. Each band has a different Bible verse on the back. Please note that the Scripture Packs are currently only available from Lifeway Christian Stores. (Look HERE to find a location near you.) These are not included in the giveaway.

My other favorite is the Erase World Hunger Eraselets.

100% of the net profit made off of this Eraselet goes to the Erase World Hunger Foundation. That's awesome!

BUY IT!

From now through December 2, Eraselet is having a Stocking Stuffer Sale! All packs are $1.00 off (this excludes Scripture Packs).

Click on any of the links above or go HERE to buy Eraselets! They are available individually or in packs of 6.

WIN IT!

Eraselet has generously offered two retail packs of the winner's choice to one winner! Thank You! Use the rafflecopter below to enter.

This Pillow is on My Christmas Wish List!

2011-12-06T13:46:00.000-06:00

The Girl From the Ghetto is giving away this pillow...and I want it!

I have TMJ that affects my jaw, neck and shoulders, and a regular heating pad can be difficult to place directly where I need it (due to its shape). This pillow can be heated in the microwave and is even lavender scented. *sigh*

Actually, YOU can try to win it, too! The giveaway ends December 11 at 10 pm. Go HERE to enter!

Miche Bag and Cover Giveaway--Last Day to Enter!

2011-12-04T17:29:00.000-06:00

Today is the last day to enter to win this:

So, hurry on over to Aspiring New Moms to enter!!

Enter to Win a Miche Bag and Cover!

2011-12-03T18:50:00.000-06:00

Aspiring New Moms is giving away this:

Along with your choice of cover?

Um, yah! Well, here's your chance! Head over to Aspiring New Moms and enter!

Giveaway ends tomorrow, so hurry!

Enter to Win an Orb Factory Happily Ever After Jewelry Box!

2011-12-02T13:38:00.000-06:00

These days, I am busily scouring the internet for ideas for Christmas gifts. I like unique gifts that suit the person I am giving the gift to--something personal yet not 'run-of-the-mill.'

Well, in hopes of crossing my niece off my list, I just entered to win this:

Inspired by Savannah is hosting the giveaway HERE. If you would like a chance, hurry over! The giveaway ends on December 8.

Miche Bag and Cover Giveaway!

2011-12-02T09:44:00.001-06:00

How would you like to win this:

Along with your choice of cover?

Um, yah! Well, here's your chance! Head over to Aspiring New Moms and enter!

Giveaway ends tomorrow, so hurry!

Christmas Cards...It's That Time of Year Again!

2011-11-28T08:08:00.001-06:00

Every year I think, "Next year I will get my Christmas Cards done sooner!" Only, every year I seem to be getting later and later...or end up not sending them at all *gasp*.

Well, enough is enough! This year, I am going to get my cards ordered...and sent out ON TIME!

This morning, I took the time to pick out my cards from Tiny Prints. I chose this one:

(front)

(inside)

I love this card! I love that I can add the gorgeous family pics that we had taken this year (finally!).

I love that I can personalize it (that saves a ton of time!), and I love that I can order matching return address labels if I want:

I am not the best at keeping in touch with family, and so I am determined to keep the Christmas Card tradition alive in my house. Family and friends are so important, and Christmas is the perfect time to remind them of how much we love and miss them (we live far away from our family and many of our friends).

What about you? Are you sending out Christmas cards this year? If you are, you really should check out the gorgeous cards available from Tiny Prints. There are 469 styles to choose from (and that is just their holiday cards...they offer a bunch of other cards also!). But, hurry! Tiny Prints is having a special sale through tomorrow (Nov 29)!

I am so excited with the card I found, and I can't wait to send them to my friends and family!

Disclosure: In exchange for writing this post, I will receive 50 cards from Tiny Prints. All opinions are my own and are 100% truthful.

If You Post Pictures On-line You, NEED TO Watch This!

2011-11-18T09:19:00.000-06:00

Thanks to Living with Twins & A Drama Queen for sharing this!

This is so alarming! I hope that everyone will watch this!!

It is so simple to keep this from happening! Please check the settings on your smartphones, and keep your families safe!

Howard Leight SYNC Earmuffs Review

2011-11-17T12:45:00.000-06:00

Recently, I won a pair of Howard Leight SYNC Earmuffs from Sharon at Real Life Deals. (Yippee!)

Just a note: I won these on November 12th and they arrived yesterday!! How's that for quick service!

While I had never heard of the Howard Leight brand, I was interesting in the feature of noise-blocking that the earmuffs boast. Since I homeschool my children and part of their work is done on the computer, I am constantly hearing complaints (like "I can't concentrate!", "He's/she's being too loud!", and "Can you please be a little quieter?") while one child was on the computer and the other two were working with me. I love the thought of earmuffs that actually block background noise. (Anything to eliminate distractions while we're doing school is a good thing!)

So, when the earmuffs arrived yesterday, I was anxious to try them out. And I am far from disappointed!!
They are amazing! Now one child can work on the computer while the other two interact, read aloud, or even practice piano without being a distraction! WOW.

LOVE!

As a mom, the thing I absolutely LOVE about these is that (now that my children are old enough that I don't need to supervise them every moment) I can wear these earmuffs and have the sense of being 'away from it all'. I love that I can block out unnecessary noise while I listen to books on CD or my IPod, or listen to my music. That is SO nice!

I really love these earmuffs, and I would love the opportunity to try some of Howard Leight's other products. I am definitely pleased with the quality and lightening-fast service that I have received so far.

Notice: I was not asked to do this review. The only product I received was the set of earmuffs that I won in this giveaway. All opinions are my own and were given because I am truly impressed with the quality of this product and the speed of the delivery!

*smiles*
debbi

Crest 3D White Strips Giveaway Ends Tonight!

2011-11-12T19:20:00.000-06:00

Hope's Cafe is giving away Crest 3D 2-Hour White strips HERE.

I would love to win these, since my teeth definitely reflect the amount of coffee I drink, ugh! It would be so nice to try these out.

Maybe you have the same issue, or maybe you just want whiter teeth. If you would like to try to win hurry over to enter, because the giveaway ends at 11:59pm tonight!

*smiles*
debbi

Win chicBuds!

2011-11-12T08:39:00.000-06:00

Just a reminder that you can enter to win a chicBuds Rockboom Chain Speaker at Rita Reviews HERE.

This would make a great Christmas gift! (I am hoping to win it for my youngest dd.)

This contest has LOW ENTRIES and ends on November 17, so hurry HERE to enter!

*smiles*
debbi

Win a Vintage Camera Backpack

2011-11-09T11:59:00.000-06:00

Allie at Allie Photography is giving away this darling backpack!

I would love to win this! If you want a chance, go HERE.

Win chicBuds!

2011-11-09T09:42:00.000-06:00

Rita Reviews is having a giveaway HERE to win a chicBuds Rockboom Keychain Speaker like this one:

This tiny speaker goes with an MP3 player! Hurry HERE to enter. Giveaway Ends Nov 17.

*smiles*
debbi

Styling Iron Giveaway!

2011-11-08T12:00:00.001-06:00

This summer my oldest daughter became more interested in how her hair looks, and suddenly I was having to share my hair straightener. I am all for sharing, mind you, but it does make it kind of tricky when we are both getting ready at the same time...

Now, my middle daughter is using my straightener, too. I think it might be time to invest in another one! But they are expensive, and with Christmas coming...

Fortunately for me, Hope's Cafe is giving away an HSG Infrashine MST Styling Iron HERE. I hope I win! :-)

Giveaway ends Nov 9, so hurry on over!

*smiles*
debbi

FunTote Giveaway

2011-11-08T10:52:00.000-06:00

I have been looking for a piano bag for my son to carry his piano books in. Unfortunately, all of the bags I have found are just perfect...for my daughters. Enter FunTote, a unique line of bags...and they carry this:

Can you say. perfect?!

Yes, I know these bags are designed for women, but my son doesn't have to know that. :-)

And the best part? Life Full of Laughter is hosting a giveaway for a FunTote HERE.

Hurry--the giveaway ends November 9!

*smiles*
debbi

The BEST Husband Gift!

2011-11-08T08:39:00.000-06:00

I found the BEST gift for my husband today!! I am so excited!

Men are so hard to buy for, and my husband is the worst. He never needs or wants anything, no matter how many times I ask him. He does love sports, though, and he also does all of the grilling at our house (mainly because I nearly burned down our house the first/only time I tried...long story).

So, I about jumped off the couch today when I saw this:

It is a Penn State grilling "sportula", available from Sportula.com. How awesome is that??!

Right now, Contest Corner is giving away one Sportula of choice to two lucky winners! But hurry, because the giveaway ends tonight! Enter the giveaway HERE.

Yay! I hope I win!!

Create Hope Designs and a Giveaway!

2011-11-08T08:26:00.000-06:00

Today I found a wonderful blog and giveaway.

Check out my blog post about it here.

What I Got in the Mail!

2011-11-07T12:15:00.000-06:00

I won this recently from The Family Man:

Great Info: How to Win More Giveaways!

2011-11-07T09:43:00.001-06:00

Here is a link to the article: http://extraordinarilymom.blogspot.com/2011/10/how-to-win-blog-giveaways.html