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Rocky & Bella Spark All-Natural Pet Supplement Review and GIVEAWAY 9/20

8/26/2014

***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.***

As the proud "mama" of both dogs and cats, I am always looking for ways to make sure my fur-babies are happy and healthy. After all, they are a part of the family, right? And we sure do love to spoil them with the best food, treats and toys. Our pets truly do live a pampered life, and we would not have it any other way.

In addition to my indoor pets, we also have our "Yard Crashers". This is a small family of feral cats that showed up one day a couple of months ago, and have decided to make our property their home. It was a mama and 2 kittens, but sadly, I fear the worst has happened to one of the babies. Lately, it's just been mama and one of the babies, along with what I am presuming is Daddy Cat. He and Mama seem awfully comfortable with each other, and baby loves him, too. You can read about our Yard Crashers HERE.

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Now Available On Disney Blu-Ray and DVD: Toy Story of Terror

8/26/2014

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

When Toy Story first came out, I remember being absolutely amazed by the graphics, as well as laughing my butt off at the antics of Woody, Buzz and the gang, Of course we own every film in the Toy Story franchise, and all 3 of my kids love them. My teen included, even though he claims he is "too old" for kids' movies.

So when we learned about the newest feature, "Toy Story of Terror", I knew we just had to have it. I love horror movies, but sometimes, they tend to be a bit much for my preschoolers. So a scary twist on a favorite seemed like the perfect way to get my littles all geared up for Halloween!

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Winner Winner Chicken Dinner

8/26/2014

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have LOADS of winners to announce! I have notified all by e-mail, and winners will have 48 hours to claim their prizes. Thanks so much to everyone who entered, and check back often for more great giveaways!

Without further ado, here are my lucky winners! Congrats!

Nutrish for Cats:
Raine D. (confirmed)
Babies R Us:
Susan S. (confirmed)
Made with Love:
Donna J. (confirmed)
Purine ONE:
Sue J. (confirmed)
Nonni’s Biscotti:
Mike (confirmed)
Pier 1:
Lisa (confirmed)
Thirty-One Tote:
David B. (confirmed)
National Geographic Kids:
Kaitlyn O. (confirmed)
Jellybean Rug:
Nicole C.
Silver Dolphin:
Michelle S.
5-Hour Energy:
Chris O.
Crane:
Shawna S.
Anderson Seafoods:
Cindy S.

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Old Spice Is the Perfect Solution for Stinky Teen Boys #Combos4Success Plus GIVEAWAY 9/9

8/26/2014

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***Disclosure: This post was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Old Spice. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine.***

My son, Kyle, just started high school this week. I don't know how that's even possible, considering his mother is so young and beautiful. (Obviously that's a joke.) I just can't believe how grown up my little boy is...Just the past few months alone have been very transformative. At the beginning of the summer, he was about an inch shorter than me and his voice was still cracking. Now, he literally towers over me and sounds like a man. Well, sort of.

Anyway, my little boy isn't so little anymore, and he's got the body odor to match. I never realized just how funkified a teen boy could be. It's like all of the raging hormones have gone right to my kid's armpits, and sometimes, you can smell him coming. Literally. Obviously, this won't do him any favors when it comes to meeting new people in a brand new school, and it certainly won't get him any dates.

Now I could just tell my child that he smells like a sewer, but this won't help his confidence much. It's hard enough being a gay teen and the discrimination he faces due to his orientation. So rather than tell him that he's rancid, I decided to take a kinder, gentler approach. I presented Kyle with a package of amazing products from the folks at Old Spice as a back to school gift that's fit for a man-in-training.

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HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper Giveaway 9/15

8/25/2014

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Welcome to the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper Giveaway!

Keep your baby as close as can be with the innovative HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper. This portable sleep space is the only bassinet that rotates 360-degrees and even swivels, so you can easily access your baby from any angle. (Talk about convenient.) Mesh walls promote airflow and max breathability, while patented side walls lower and return automatically. Even better, it boasts a nightlight and can play up to three soothing sounds and three lullabies. It even has a nursing timer and vibration setting (with an automatic shut-off in case you fall asleep).

This is the perfect solution for new parents who are looking for a convenient, space-saving sleep solution for their infant. It comes in particularly handy for women who have had a cesarean delivery! Elaina over at A Time Out For Mommy recently reviewed the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper. You can check out her experience with this amazing product HERE.

Enter to WIN a HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper ARV: $230

I'm thrilled to announce that one lucky reader will receive a HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper! Simply enter using the easy Giveaway Tools form below! This giveaway is open to residents of the US ages 18+ until 11:59 PM EST on 9/15/2014.Winners will be drawn using Giveaway Tool's Random Number Generator. All entries will be verified, so play fair! Winner will be notified via e-mail and they will have 48 hours to reply before a new winner will be selected. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. This contest is not affiliated with Facebook, twitter or Pinterest in any way. Thanks for entering, and Good Luck!

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Disclaimer: Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment and did not receive compensation for this post. If you have any questions about this sweepstakes, please e-mail Elaina at atimeoutformommy@gmail.com

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California Oranges Giveaway 9/21

8/24/2014

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Welcome to the California Oranges Giveaway Event, hosted by Happy Mothering. During this giveaway, we'll be giving away a gift box filled with goodies valued at approximately $100!

This gift box will include:

Certified Organic Oranges

Tangerine Balsamic Vinegar

Persian Lime Olive Oil

Orange Blossom Honey

Orange & Lemon Almonds

About CaliforniaOranges.com

CaliforniaOranges.com was started in 1997 by the family who has farmed Pleasant Valley ranch since 1909! Their award winning, certified organic, California Navel & Valencia Oranges have come to be recognized by many as the World’s Most Delicious Oranges. Some of their organic citrus varieties are from the original plantings of the early 1900s! They have a long-standing history of providing award-winning citrus fruits and citrus inspired treats. They have a variety of amazing treats that would make a great gift for anyone, anytime! Be sure to stop by their website to check them out!

Enter the Giveaway

One lucky reader will win the package described above! Enter via the Rafflecopter form below. Giveaway open to US residents only, ages 18+ and ends September 21, 2014 at 11:59 pm EST. Good luck! a Rafflecopter giveaway NCMO3 is not responsible for prize fulfillment. CaliforniaOranges.com will be fulfilling the prize. For questions about the giveaway, please contact Happy Mothering.

NCMO3 was not compensated for this post and is not responsible for prize fulfillment. Please contact Chrystal at Happy Mothering with questions about this giveaway or for help organizing one for your brand.

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Bedtime Coffee Sweepstakes 9/6

8/23/2014

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Welcome to The Bedtime Coffee Sweepstakes

Organized by Mom Powered Media and Purple Monster Coupons

40 WINKS (BEDTIME BLEND) & LIGHTS OUT!

Now you can enjoy your coffee in the evening and get a great night’s sleep. Our Swiss Water® decaffeinated coffee is blended with organic valerian root (herbal sedative) to create a great tasting coffee and help you unwind after a long day. Available in both our original Bedtime Blend / 40 Winks and our stronger version Lights Out! with more valerian added and a bolder taste. We hope you enjoy both the coffee and a well deserved peaceful sleep.

The ingredients are: Swiss Water Process (R) decaffeinated coffee, organic valerian root.

Go HERE to check out Counting Sheep Coffee

Check out Dragons' Den: Counting Sheep Coffee video HERE Check out another video with Counting Sheep Coffee HERE 5 Lucky Canadian readers have the chance to win a box of 18 single serve pods (ARV 14.99 each)

RULES:

Open to Canada ONLY 18+
ONE entry per household
ends September 6/14 at 6 pm
you have 48 hours from when I send the winning email to claim prize or another winner will be chosen!
fill out form CORRECTLY ( I will be checking all entries)
facebook, twitter, etc are NOT liable in anyway!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disclaimer: MPM and Purple Monster Coupons were compensated for this giveaway. ALL other participating bloggers DID NOT receive any compensation for this giveaway. Counting Sheep Coffee is the ONLY one responsible for the prizes. Facebook, twitter, pinterest etc is NOT responsible or liable in ANYWAY for this giveaway! If you want to work with Mom Powered Media (MPM) or have any questions please message Natasha at natasha@mompoweredmedia.com ! Good luck guys!

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Get Your End of Summer Sillies Out With a Wonka Peel-A-Pop Party

8/22/2014

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

Summer is winding down, and in just a few short days, my oldest child will be heading back to school. Which means I had better get my behind to the store to get his school supplies this weekend. We've been so busy that supply shopping has somehow got put on the back-burner till the very last second. Eeeek!

Of course we want to make the most of what little summer is left, so we decided to have a little impromptu party for the kids. We didn't do anything too fancy. We just picked up some WONKA™ Peel-A-Pops, some "Wonkafied" treats I made, and headed for the deck. You know. Because I am not crazy enough to give my preschoolers anything gooey and melty indoors if I can help it!

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Ruffles With Love Offers Boutique-Style Workout Apparel For Fit Moms

8/21/2014

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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.***

Do I have any fit mamas out there? Or, if you're like me, wanna-be fit mamas? I have to admit, when it comes to working out, I am basically hopeless. Well, maybe not hopeless, but finding the motivation is pretty difficult when I have 2 kids under 5 around me literally 24 hours a day. I have tried getting on the treadmill, but then they want to try and climb on it while it's moving, and that's just not good. So rather than the intense cardio I would like to do, my exercise consists of leisurely walks through the neighborhood, at a preschooler's pace. I guess some activity is better than none, right?

Anyway, one of my main goals is to become more fit in a healthy way. For several years, I was bulimic. Yes, I lost a lot of weight very, very quickly, but it wasn't worth the health scares that came along with it. Eating disorders are scary and all-consuming, and they definitely don't allow you to maintain the weight loss or firm up those muscles. I have been "better" for a few years now, but the triggers and urges are still there. So is the low self-esteem. So I am in the process of trying to re-program my brain and my body, and finally get fit the RIGHT way. My kids deserve a mama who is healthy and strong, and I plan to give them exactly that, no matter how hard it is or how long it takes.

One way I am trying to get the motivation to finally get moving is by choosing workout apparel that is fun, flirty and feminine. This might sound silly, but when I wear things that are stylish and cute, I feel better in general. That's why I was so excited to learn about the fitness apparel from Ruffles with Love. This brand is so unique, and is the creation of Vanessa Hermanson. (Isn't she adorable?!) Vanessa is a designer and a fitness enthusiast, and she believes that workout apparel should have some personality! Whether it's showing a softer side, a sense of humor, wifey-pride, or even a little something fierce, Ruffles with Love has got you covered!

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Rent the Runway $100 Gift Certificate Giveaway 9/4

8/20/2014

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MomCaveTV - Comic Relief for Busy Moms

Remember the days when you were able to sit down and actually watch a television program or a movie from start to finish? If you are like me nowadays, it's catching short clips here or there and never really knowing what is going on. Let's face it: 5 minutes is pushing the limit of the amount of time a mom has before someone or something distracts her. How do you solve that problem? MomCaveTV.

At the end of an epic disaster of a day, a mom wants some comic relief. If you are like me, that comic relief these days comes from sympathizing and laughing at other moms who can relate. It's like that old saying: "I'm not laughing AT you, I'm laughing WITH you"! All of MomCaveTV's 3-5 minute episodes is original content created by moms just like yourself.

Stuck on the couch late at night nursing the baby (again)? Are you stuck on the floor like I usually am of your child's room because they won't go to sleep unless you are sitting there? Do you need 2 minutes to yourself just to LAUGH IT OFF in the bathroom, the car, or on the porch? MomCave has 4 different programs to keep the laughs going: Double Leche, Slummy Mommy, Blabbermom, & MomCave Live

Of course, while I was writing this post I probably spent a good hour plus just watching MomCaveTV videos over and over again. I think I heard "What are you laughing at?" about 3 times. But come on, you KNOW your husband is NOT going to get it! Some of my favorite videos:

How many of you have been there, like this poor mom. I can't even begin to count how many times: Piranha Nursing?! What in the world is that? I had never heard of it before, but oh my is it funny!

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