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Lugz Drifter Boots Giveaway 5/7

04/23/2014

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SPARQ Soapstone Griddle Sweepstakes 5/7

04/23/2014

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SPARQ Entertain in Style Sweepstakes

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Year's Supply of Quilted Northern Bathroom Tissue Giveaway 5/5

04/23/2014

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Imagine not having to spend any money on bathroom tissue...for an entire year? How awesome would that be? Well now you have a chance to do just that! Quilted Northern and Coupon Karma have teamed up with a group of bloggers to giveaway an entire year's worth of bathroom tissue to one lucky winner! Prize: (1) Winner will receive: An entire year's supply of Quilted Northern Ultra Soft & Strong bathroom tissue

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Medu Jewelry Onyx Bracelet Giveaway 5/16

04/22/2014

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Last year I had the amazing chance to work with Medu Jewelry and review a pair of their earrings. I was contacted by them a week ago to see if I wanted to review a bracelet for Mothers Day and I jumped at the chance!

Medu Jewelry send me their Onyx Ball Bracelet with sterling silver clasp.

First off I have to say they are extremely fast as sending their products! They are very professional which is always a good thing when it comes to companies!

I have to say that i also love their website and facebook page They have giveaways going on all the time so you always have a chance to win one of their gorgeous items!

Every time Medu Jewelry sent me an item to review they always sent it in a very cute little string bag!

I have to say I am in love with the bracelet! It is GORGEOUS, feels nice on the skin, and not to mention with the earrings I look like one stylish MOMMY!

This would be one great Mother's Day gift! I know if I got it for mothers day I'd be very happy!

Medu Jewelry has offered one bracelet for one of Purple Monster Coupons fans! Purple Monster Coupons has partnered up with a few other bloggers to be able to give you this giveaway!

Open to USA/CAN 18+

ends May 16

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Miss You Like Crazy Giveaway 5/6

04/22/2014

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Walnut and his mom agree that it would be fun if he could go to work with her, and they fantasize about the adventures they could share. While they realize that scenario can't always happen, Walnut's mother assures him that he is always on her mind, and together they come up with ways to have a physical presence for each other even when at work or at school.

Working parents know that in spite of time away from home, their children are never far from their hearts and minds. This light-hearted story provides parents an opportunity to reassure children on their importance in busy parents' lives.

Miss You Like Crazy Hardcover by Pamela Hall (Author), Jennifer A. Bell (Illustrator)

Age Range: 4 - 8 years
Grade Level: Preschool - 3
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Tanglewood Press (April 15, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1933718919
ISBN-13: 978-1933718910

One winner will receive a Miss You Like Crazy Prize Package.

Giveaway ends May 6th at 11:59pm, open to US residents, ages 18+. Only one entrant per household. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. Enter using the giveaway form below.

Disclaimer: The participating bloggers were not compensated for this post. No purchase is necessary to enter. One entrant per household, per address. Void where prohibited by law. Winner(s) will be contacted by email and have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this sweepstakes. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. Contact teri@mompoweredmedia.com if you have any additional questions or comments.

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The Organically Clean Home by Becky Rapinchuk Is A Must Read For Chemical-Free Spring Cleaning

04/22/2014

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***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.***

I have to admit, before I became a mother, I didn't pay any attention to the ingredients found in common household cleaners. Chemicals, Shmemicals, I thought....Potential health hazards just didn't cross my mind. But once I had my oldest son, I started to care. After all, I had this tiny little guy whose entire well-being depended solely on me and the decisions I made. That was quite the responsibility for a 19 year old new mother!

Fast forward 14 years. (Yes, I just gave away my age.) I have 2 more beautiful children, as well as a bevy of fur-babies. And rather than just paying attention to product labels, I am now very passionate about using non-toxic, eco-friendly products whenever possible. I truly believe that Mother Nature provides us with exactly what we need to thrive.

I know what you're thinking....Going green is too expensive. Natural and organic products cost an arm and a leg, so it's just not economical to purchase these kinds of products.

Well, I have some awesome news for you. By checking out the amazing book, "The Organically Clean Home" by Becky Rapinchuk from CleanMama.net, you can actually make your own household cleaners, often for mere pennies a batch. The best part? When you make your own natural products, you can rest assured that you know exactly what your family is being exposed to.

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Travel to Thailand and join a traditional Muay Thai training camp

04/22/2014

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Muay Thai is a combat sport originating from Thailand. It is also known as Thai boxing or the art of eight limbs because its focus on strikes made by some of the eight limbs on our body: fists, elbows, knees and feet/legs. Muay Thai uses the power of rotation of the hips in order to produce dynamic and strong strikes with some of the limbs.

What makes Muay Thai very interesting in the recent years is the fact that it was proven that Muay Thai is also a very useful fitness and health training. It can significantly improve our health and it can develop strong and fit body in a relatively short period. Muay Thai training sessions are sutiable for every person, not only for people that are already at a certain fighting level. That is the main reason why many people are interested and attracted in Muay Thai. Even if they are not preparing themselves for fight under Muay Thai rules, people want to use the training sessions for their health benefit. People who train Muay Thai can tone and strengthen their legs, arms and stomach. Besides that every person that has trained Muay Thai knows how this sport brings inner peace too. This leads to perfect emotional balance and discipline. Those who are serious about Muay Thai training should travel to Thailand and join some of the traditional training camps there.

In these camps you can find strict trainings programs that follow the traditional Muay Thai practice. This sport has been present in Thailand for more than 500 years. A traditional Muay Thai training session usually consists of innovative varieties of sparring, one on one fight and various defensive techniques including some exercises based on aerobic. Training camps in Thailand have found the perfect way to create training programs that are useful for both professional athletes and Muay Thai enthusiasts too.

Suwit Muay Thai camp is one of the best Muay Thai training camps in Thailand located on the amazing Phuket Island. Suwit Muay Thai was opened 25 years ago and works over the whole year. They have beautiful facilities as well as comfortable accommodations. Suwit Muay Thai is a camp that constantly invests in its facilities, equipment and their trainers.

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Zarbee's Naturals Seasonal Relief Helps Squash Seasonal Congestion

04/22/2014

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***Disclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Zarbee’s Naturals. I received a promotional item and a product sample as a thank you for participating.***

I think it's finally safe to say, Old Man Winter has left the building. I hope so, at least. We did get some significant snowfall this month here in NE Ohio. Which was absolute craziness in my humble opinion. Anyway, the past week has been the perfect picture of spring with lots of sunshine, balmy temperatures, and a nice cool breeze.

After such a long and miserable winter, we've all been spending a ton of time outdoors. Sophie and Xander, my little kids, love nothing more than heading out to the back yard to play on their wooden swing set or jump in their bounce castle.

My 14 year old, Kyle, is a bit more adventurous and loves exploring all the natural wonders here in my small town. We've got a beautiful riverfront area complete with a boardwalk and some great views. We've also got loads of waterfalls and even a park that has old Native American caves and artwork. One such cave actually has a pretty cool history. A young settler named Mary Campbell was supposedly kidnapped by a tribe of Native Americans and lived in the cave with them for a few years. Pretty cool, right?

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Celebrate Cinco De Mayo With A DIY Taco Bar #PMedia #ShowUsYourMess #Ad

04/22/2014

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***Disclosure: This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™ and Wet-Nap but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #showusyourmess ***

Whew! Easter has come and gone. I hope you had a wonderful day with your families! We enjoyed a HUGE brunch at a swanky hotel restaurant with my Dad and step-mom, my 90-something year young Papa, and tons of aunts, uncles and cousins.

Just because Easter is over doesn't mean the springtime celebrations are through, though! In just a couple of weeks, it will be time for fun Cinco de Mayo celebrations. (This translates to the 5th of May.) While this holiday is generally a time to celebrate Hispanic heritage, you don't need to be of Hispanic descent to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Shoot, I am as caucasian as they come, and I like to celebrate because it's a wonderful excuse to have some delicious Mexican food and maybe a Margarita or three.

This year, we will be celebrating by whipping up some mixed drinks, virgin for the kiddos, and setting up a fun DIY taco bar. If the weather is cooperative, we will be enjoying our fiesta out on the deck. I love nothing more than relaxing outdoors with my family. If Mother Nature has yet another mood swing and we're covered with another blanket of snow, we will set up our taco bar in the dining room.

Of course once I started thinking about nachos, tacos, salsa and guacamole, I convinced my family that we needed to have a trial run. Of course this is an absurd idea that I concocted just because I was craving something spicy. Yes, I know...Totally self-serving of me. But my family sure didn't complain!