Drano Snake Plus #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Saturday, December 31, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

Drano® Snake Plus is a new drain cleaning kit from the trusted drain experts that’s guaranteed to clear clogs the first time or it’s free*. Drano® Snake Plus combines an easy-to-use 18-inch flexible tool with a powerful pro concentrate gel, the most powerful gel from Drano®, which clings directly to the clog and helps dissolve it away.

Drano® Snake Plus is designed to be used on sink and shower drains and is not designed to be used on a toilet.  With Drano® Snake Plus, unclogging the drain is as easy as one, two, free.

Follow these easy steps to clear clogs the first time:
1) Insert the 18-inch flexible tool into the drain opening and move the tool up and down to better loosen the clog, then remove and discard the tool.
2) Pour the entire bottle of Drano® Pro Concentrate Gel down the drain and let the powerful formula help dissolve the solution for 30 minutes.
3) Flush the drain with hot water to free the drain of any remaining clogged materials.

 

We have been using Drano for several years now.  Often I will clog a drain with too much hair and need a drain cleaner to loosen it up.  I like the Snake Plus because you have a whole tool to insert to loosen any blockage.  At the retail price, the tool is affordable and effective.

BUY IT
Drano® Snake Plus is available for purchase in the home cleaning sections of food, drug, do-it-yourself and mass-merchandise stores such as Target, Walmart and CVS.  The manufacturer's suggested retail price is: $6.99.

WIN IT
One of my US readers will win a Drano Snake Plus.  Lucky you!

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Just tell me you would like to win or if you use Drano already.   Easy!

This giveaway is closed.  The winner was #190 itsme - congratulations!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on January 14th. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US addresses. Good luck to all!

This giveaway was made possible by Drano and the Family Review Network. Thank you for providing the prize for review and giveaway! I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own. Please refer to my Disclosure.
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List & Promote Your Giveaways 12/31

Friday, December 30, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing



Hosting a giveaway? You can link it here to promote it! I try to visit everyone who links up since I LOVE giveaways! Please include blog name - prize - end date and link directly to your giveaway. My current giveaways are listed in the right sidebar. Please keep it family friendly or identify it as adult content.

Looking for more giveaways to enter?  Check out my friends Dina at Just Another New Blog and Kristi at Moms Own Words!  Thanks for visiting and have a great weekend!


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Oscillo & Children’s Chestal for Cough & Flu Relief #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Wednesday, December 28, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing




The dreaded cold and flu season is here – again (!) – so this year, why not take a vow to use solutions that work naturally with your body. Make sure your medicine cabinet is equipped with medicines such as Oscillococcinum® (Oscillo®) and Children’s Chestal®, both from Boiron, world leader in homeopathic medicines.

Nip Flu-like Symptoms at the First Sign
Flu is highly contagious and can put you out of commission for more than a week. There is no “cure” for the flu, but the key is to relieve symptoms that make us so miserable at the first sign. Oscillococcinum, or Oscillo for short, may be difficult to pronounce, but it’s a must-have during flu season. The moment you start to feel achy or run down is when Oscillo can start working naturally with your body to relieve flu-like symptoms, such as fatigue, headache, body aches, chills and fever. Oscillo has been shown in clinical studies to help reduce both the severity and the duration of flu-like symptoms, helping you feel like yourself again. In one recent study published in a British scientific journal, nearly 63 percent of patients who took Oscillo within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms showed a “clear improvement” or “complete resolution” in as fast as 48 hours. Oscillo has no side effects and is packaged in individual doses, so it’s easy to carry with you and take as you need it. It’s sweet-tasting, melt-away pellets dissolve quickly under the tongue and require no water, chewing, or swallowing, and it’s safe for ages two and up.

Relieve Your Child’s Cough Naturally and Safely, Without Drowsiness or Sleeplessness
If the common cough is an inevitable part of your child’s winter repertoire, then Children’s Chestal cough syrup should have a permanent position in your home. With no artificial flavors or colors, this honey-based cough syrup is one of the safest and tastiest options for relieving all types of common coughs. Safe for children ages two and up, this non-drowsy medicine works by coating the throat with the sweet, natural goodness of honey, temporarily soothing throat irritation, while its blend of safe homeopathic medicines loosens chest congestion, thereby making coughs more productive for a speedier recovery. Children’s Chestal can be your little one’s day and night cough solution—calming those dry, fitful coughs that can prevent sleep at bedtime, but without the drowsy side effects that can hamper an active child’s day. In addition to being safe and non-drowsy, Children’s Chestal is also dye-free with no drug interactions.

BUY IT
Oscillo and Children’s Chestal are available at Walgreens, CVS, Whole Foods and local health food stores. Learn more about Oscillo at www.oscillo.com and Children’s Chestal at www.childrenschestal.com. “Like” the Oscillo Facebook page for great tips about staying healthy during cold and flu season, as well as fun giveaways at www.facebook.com/oscillo.

MICHELLE'S THOUGHTS
Whenever I'm sick I prefer to try natural products and remedies first before other medications. I learned about Boiron products a few years ago and was pleased with how they are both natural and effective. While pregnant, I relied on Children's Chestal for myself, because of how few medications are actually safe for use during pregnancy. Plus I honestly have to say that it is the best tasting cough syrup I've tried. Currently, we have a bit of a cough and other flu symptoms going around our home, and I was able to get my now two year old to take Children's Chestal without fussing. I also noticed an improvement in his cough after just one dose. I recommend Children's Chestal to anyone with children!

For the purposes writing this review, it was convenient that I was experiencing flu symptoms, especially headaches and fatigue. Since the symptoms provided me with an opportunity to try Oscillococcinum for the first time. One of the things I like is that the tiny pellets dissolve quickly in my mouth. With a sore throat, swallowing a giant horse pill is one of the last things I want to do. Fortunately, Oscillococcinum pellets are easy to take and simple to dose properly, as each dose is divided into its own small tube. Oscillococcinum quickly offered me relief from several of my flu symptoms, including the headaches and body aches.

WIN IT
One of my US readers will win their choice of Children's Chestal or Oscillococcinum.

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Just tell me you would like to win or what product interests you more.  Easy!

This giveaway is closed.  The winner was #69 itsme - congratulations!!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on January 12th. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US addresses. Good luck to all!

This giveaway was made possible by Boiron and written by Michelle. Thank you for providing the prize for review and giveaway!  I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own.  Please refer to my Disclosure.  Please check with your medical provider before using during pregnancy.
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Cats Love Christmas, Too!

Tuesday, December 27, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing



The cats were thrilled that the presents were moved out and they could take over sleeping on the tree skirt.






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Keep Track of Your Little (and Big!) Kids With the Garmin GTU Tracker

Saturday, December 24, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

Are you planning on tackling some last-minute holiday shopping this weekend? Or are you one of those after-holiday deal seekers? During this time of year, shopping malls can become unexpectedly chaotic places for families with little ones. Crowds can quickly become overwhelming, leaving you to worry about where your children may wander off to.

We’ve all been there. That moment of sheer panic when you realize that your wee one has scampered off in a different direction, even though you only turned around for five seconds. But imagine this: instead of running off in to the crowd to try and spot your youngster, you just calmly pull out your smartphone to see where he or she is.  Garmin’s GTU™ Tracker on AT&T’s wireless network can help you remain calm, even in the most unsettling situations.
Garmin GTU(TM) 10 Tracker

We know how enticing shimmering store displays and shiny new toys can be, so why not give yourself a little gadget-aided peace of mind this holiday? The Garmin GTU 10 is sleek enough to slip on to even the most evasive child, and it’s simple to operate. Just use the provided clip or case to attach it securely, and discretely, to your child and then use your smartphone, tablet or computer to track their location.

Even if your children have passed the age where they might wander off, the Garmin GTU 10 can continue to come to your aid. The Garmin GTU 10 has an option for setting up “geofences,” which will let you set boundaries for your more independent teens and preteens. Now, you can give them the freedom to shop alone, but set up the Garmin GTU 10 to alert you as soon as they step foot outside the designated area. Who said you can’t have an extra set of eyes?

Interested in providing yourself, or a loved one, with the gift of peace of mind this holiday? AT&T’s Garmin GTU 10 is the perfect device for doing just that. Read more about the Garmin GTU™ Tracker here.

Happy holidays!

This is a guest post by Emily J. Edmonds, Director, AT&T Strategic Communications. I was not compensated for this post.
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"My Krazy Life" Contest & $50 Walmart #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Saturday, December 24, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing


With the holidays upon us, we can all relate to the the craziness that comes with the holiday season.  Krazy Glue, the leading innovator of instant adhesives, knows a thing or two about krazy. Krazy Glue is promoting the “My Krazy Life” contest through the end of this month, where fans can enter their Krazy Life story for a chance to win one of several fun weekly prizes.

Do you have a Krazy story to share? You can enter the contest through the Krazy Glue Facebook page.

With a busy household, we always seem to have some Krazy glue on hand.  This past fall while in Disney World, Lily's relatively new and quite nice shoes ripped at the seam on the snap that held them together.  Luckily for us, we were able to Krazy glue the strap and the shoes are as good as new.  Over the years we have used Krazy glue for Adam's handyman projects, on electronics and even in the car and garden.  The single-use Krazy glue is a favorite of mine to have around the house.


WIN IT
One of my US readers will win a $50 Walmart gift card and some Krazy Glue samples and goodies. Lucky you!

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Tell me about your "Krazy" life. Easy!

This giveaway is closed.  The winner was #2092 Nicole.  Congratulations!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on January 10th. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US addresses. Good luck to all!

This giveaway was made possible by Krazy Glue. Thank you for providing the item for review and giveaway! I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own. Please refer to my Disclosure. review.
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List & Promote Your Giveaways - 12/24

Saturday, December 24, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing



Hosting a giveaway? You can link it here to promote it! I try to visit everyone who links up since I LOVE giveaways! Please include blog name - prize - end date and link directly to your giveaway. My current giveaways are listed in the right sidebar. Please keep it family friendly or identify it as adult content. Thanks for visiting and have a great weekend!

Merry Christmas to all!


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My Baby Clothes $25 #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Wednesday, December 21, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

Unique Baby Clothes - Affordable Prices | mybabyclothes.com
Founded in Cartersville, GA by Greg and Michelle Sanders, mybabyclothes.com is a leading online provider of baby clothes and accessories.  At mybabyclothes.com we strive to bring you the most fashion forward and unique baby clothes, tutus and more on the web, all at an affordable price! Our team searches to find the cutest, most comfortable, and highest quality clothes and accessories available. Our goal is to offer these unique and trendy boutique style clothes at affordable prices. 

Since it's inception, mybabyclothes.com has continued to grow exponentially, thanks to moms and dads like yourself. Our customers are quickly spreading the word that mybabyclothes.com is "the best place to find unique and affordable baby clothes". mybabyclothes.com offers everything from the most popular name brand clothes to unique designer lines that are hard to find. Our mission is to offer the lowest prices you can find, combined with free shipping and excellent customer service. Feel free to email, call, or instant chat our customer service team to ask questions or place your first of many orders!

Lily clearly enjoyed the adorable outfit we had to review.  I had a hard time capturing these photos since she was too busy dancing and dancing all around.  I like the detail on the jumper and shirt.  The outfit is a great deal for the price!



BUY IT
All orders come with free shipping.  I don't know about you, but that's an option that always makes me happy!

WIN IT
One of my US readers will win a $25 gift code to MyBabyClothes.com.  Lucky you!

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Tell me what cute item you would pick. Easy!

This giveaway is closed.  The winner was #357 Michelle - congratulations and happy shopping!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on January 5th. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US addresses. Good luck to all!

This giveaway was made possible by My Baby Clothes. Thank you for providing the item giveaway! I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own. Please refer to my Disclosure. I received a complimentary product to facilitate my honest review.
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Feed it Forward with Restaurant.com

Wednesday, December 21, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing


We all have people in our lives that are deserving of holiday cheer this season.  A friend, family member, child’s teacher, or even mailman – you want that special someone to feel appreciated.  In the spirit of giving, Restaurant.com is providing you the opportunity to give to that person – PLUS 39 others per day, for free through FeedIt Forward.  The return of this holiday giving initiative enables participants to give up to 40 FREE $10 Restaurant.com Gift Certificates each day, now through December 31st.

With the success of previous years’ programs, Restaurant.com has once again set aside a pool of $40 million worth of Gift Certificates, allowing every participant in the program to gift up to $16,000 each!  You choose whom to give to and your gift recipients then decide where to dine from a list of more than 9,500 participating Restaurant.com restaurants nationwide. Giving is easy – visit our Feed It Forward site and use your Facebook, Gmail or Yahoo accounts to log in and give to your contacts.  You can also type in email addresses manually, or give directly through Facebook to your friends!

Give FREE $10 Restaurant.com eGift Cards

Disclosure: This is not a compensated post.  All opinions are my own.  Happy sharing!
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Family Visit to Chicago #WW

Tuesday, December 20, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

We had a great time in Chicago hanging out with family and friends.  The long weekend flew by quickly!  Here are some random photos.

It was surprisingly warm up there but Lily still got to build some snow men/women :)



Working hard on "big girl" Lego blocks...I love that they come in pink!


Lily crazy jumping with her friends!  Cuties :)




Art project time at the children's museum outside of Chicago,



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List & Promote Your Giveaways - 12/17

Saturday, December 17, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing



Hosting a giveaway? You can link it here to promote it! I try to visit everyone who links up since I LOVE giveaways! Please include blog name - prize - end date and link directly to your giveaway. My current giveaways are listed in the right sidebar. Please keep it family friendly or identify it as adult content. Thanks for visiting and have a great weekend!


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How to Make Bath Fizzies #Recipe

Friday, December 16, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

Since I've become a Pinterest addict, I noticed someone pinned a bath bomb recipe and just had to try it.  After some google searches, I found various recipes.  This one worked best for me, but it took some trial and error.  Definitely make sure you do not add too much water.  Mix in two batches.

Dry mix:
1/2 cup baking soda
1/4 cup citric acid
1/4 cup corn starch

I had to order the citric acid online.  Pain, but after searching 4 stores, it seemed like the best course of action.

Wet mix:
1 teaspoon water
2 teaspoons essential oil
2 teaspoons veggie oi (like canola oil if you're desperate or grape seed oil)
1 to 2 drops of food coloring

I bought these fancy molds to use...they didn't work well for me.   I ended up using a coffee scooper, of all things!  Instructions below.

























Mix all dry ingredients well in a bowl.  slowly add fragrance, water and food coloring, mixing (smushing) well with your hands.  If the liquid makes the baking soda fizz at all quickly mash it into the dry mixture.  Blend well, then push into your mold firmly.  I pushed mine out of the coffee scooper and put on a cookie sheet to dry for a few hours.  Store in air-tight container.

Here is my finished product.  I made about 50 for Lily - what 4 year old doesn't love a relaxing citrus-scented bath?





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We Bought a Zoo Movie Prize Pack #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Friday, December 16, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

We Bought A Zoo (Rated PG, in theaters December 23rd) - This holiday season, acclaimed filmmaker Cameron Crowe (Jerry Maguire, Almost Famous) directs an amazing and true story about a single dad who decides his family needs a fresh start, so he and his two children move to the most unlikely of places: a zoo. With the help of an eclectic staff, and with many misadventures along the way, the family works to return the dilapidated zoo to its former wonder and glory.


The film stars Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson, Thomas Haden Church, Patrick Fugit, Elle Fanning, and John Michael Higgins and is based off of Benjamin Mee’s novel of the same name.



WIN IT
One of my US or Canadian readers will win a We Bought a Zoo CD, books and posters (ARV $35).

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Tell me your favorite zoo animal. Easy!

This giveaway is closed.  The winner was #158 - congratulations!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on December 26th. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US and Canadian addresses . Good luck to all!

This giveaway was made possible by We Bought a Zoo. Thank you for providing the prize for giveaway! I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own. Please refer to my Disclosure. I was not compensated for this post.
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Chick-Fil-A Prize Pack #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing



The Cow Watches are coming to Chick-fil-A Kid’s Meals! During the holidays Chick-fil-A Kid’s Meals are featuring the never before seen Cow Watches to reach families with a simple and fun message:  In your busy holiday season make sure to stop and take a few moments together as a family to spend quality “time” with one another.

The Chick-fil-A Cow Watch widget is available now with fun and enriching activities, worksheets and quizzes so that your family (and readers!) can share in the holiday fun!   Below is another chance to win a prize pack of watches and cow plush toys for your family and friends.


WIN IT
One of my US readers will win five Cow watches and two Chick-fil-A Plush Cows.  Lucky you!  (no PO Box addresses)

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Tell me how you did on the holiday quiz - you can click on the quiz in my right sidebar.  Easy!

This giveaway is closed.  The winner was #217 - congratulations!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on December 29th. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US addresses (no PO Boxes!). Good luck to all!

This giveaway was made possible by Chick-Fil-A. Thank you for providing the gift card for giveaway! I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own. Please refer to my Disclosure. I was not compensated for this post.
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More Art Lessons, Please! #WW

Tuesday, December 13, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

We attended a birthday party this past weekend where the kids created their own art.  Lily would get bored waiting for the next instruction and improvised on her own.  Her unicorn had some...extra embellishments, let's say.  She is in the bottom right of the last photo.







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Buffalo Chicken Crock Pot Chili #Recipe

Tuesday, December 13, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

There is nothing better than coming home to a fully cooked meal.  This spicy twist on a buffalo chicken chili makes a delicious and relatively healthy meal.  Since you add the buffalo sauce at the end, we opted to keep it kid-friendly and add it to individual bowls rather than to the entire batch.  I think the kick of buffalo sauce is a must or if you are skipping the sauce, you would need to add some more seasonings.

2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
3-4 stalks celery, chopped
3-4 carrots, chopped
28 ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
can of black beans, rinsed
can of kidney beans, rinsed
can of hominy
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4-1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
crumbles blue cheese if desired

Spray 5-6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray.  Mix all ingredients except wing sauce and cheese.  Cover, cook on low heat for 8-10 hours.  Stir in buffalo wing sauce and sprinkle with blue cheese.  Enjoy!


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Just Jen Custom Shirt #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Monday, December 12, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing


rhinestone custom t-shirt

Find your perfect Rhinestone T-shirt or make your own Custom T-shirt design online. Just Jen has a complete line of clothing for women, girls and toddlers. Shop our exquisite styles of Birthday T-shirt, Bride Shirts, Cheerleading T-shirts, Christmas T-shirts, Bridal Clothing and Big Sister T-shirts. Shirts are shipped within 1 business day, not weeks!


I have to say I absolutely love my long sleeved tee shirt from Just Jen.  I have always had trouble finding long sleeved tee shirts that actually fit.  I'm only 5'7 but my arms are always seemingly too long for most of the long-sleeved shirts I wear.  My Just Jen long-sleeved tee?  Perfect!  I usually wear a medium and ordered a large which gave me plenty of breathing room.  



And my arms?  They fit!!  Additionally, the fabric was super soft and the colored rhinestones I picked were adorable.  Lily was jealous.  Sorry, Lily, it's mommy's time to shine!  You can pick a wide variety of jewel colors on Just Jen.  Last time I counted there were 22 colors.

You can customize the fabric color of your shirt, too, along with the font and layout.




BUY IT
You can purchase a wide variety of shirts directly from JustJen.com - pick a current creation or design your own. All group orders more than $150 receive 15% off. Enter code "GROUP15" at checkout.

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One of my US or Canadian readers will win a custom Just Jen tee!  The winner's choice can include any one Just Jen shirt (no hoodies) in a custom design (excluding custom logos) or a pre-existing design.  Lucky you!

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Tell me what custom shirt you would choose from Just Jen.  Easy!

This giveaway is over.  The winner was #149 - congratulations!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on December 28th. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US and Canadian addresses. Good luck to all!

This giveaway was made possible by Just Jen. Thank you for providing the item giveaway! I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own. Please refer to my Disclosure. I received a complimentary product to facilitate my honest review.
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Hickory Farms Gift Baskets for the Holidays

Saturday, December 10, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

Are you done with your holiday shopping?  If you are, please don't rub it in!  I have about 50% more to complete and most of the remaining recipients are out of state.  They have also not provided me with tips or hints for present ideas.  How do I finalize that last bit of shopping?  I think it is gift basket time!  Personally, I always like to receive a basket of tasty treats in the mail, so I assume everyone else is the same and pay it forward.

Hickory Farms offers a wide variety of gift baskets for every gift giving occasion for just about everyone on your list.  You can shop by category, by price or by occasion.  We received a delicious and colorful gift basket from Hickory Farms recently.  We really enjoyed munching on the fresh and flavorful fruit as part of our breakfast routine.  We also enjoyed the smoked summer sausage and olive oil and rosemary crackers as a nice snack during the day.  The snack trail mix made a delicious snack as well.  Everything arrived beautifully and securely packaged in a gift basket.  The basket itself I am keeping to use as a centerpiece filled with goodies for the holiday table.



When Hickory Farms was founded in 1951 in the pastoral farm country of Ohio, the products quickly became a hallmark gift for those who appreciate rich and savory foods.  For the past 60 years, Hickory Farms’ commitment to personalized service and the legendary quality of its products have kept the company popular on gift lists everywhere.
Hickory Farms brings the best of Midwest values and unwavering quality to consumers in North America and the U.S. Armed Forces all over the world. Customers can find Hickory Farms’ award winning sausage, cheese and other specialty items at 750+ Hickory Farms holiday stores, online at hickoryfarms.com, in catalogs, and at leading retailers throughout the holiday season.

Hickory Farms offers free shipping for purchases over $35 and has a wide variety of gift types and ideas.  You can request a free catalog directly from their website or just shop online.  Prefer to shop in person?  Check out their store locator for a location near you.  I was able to find four shops near the Atlanta area that carried Hickory Farms items.

I wrote this review while participating in a campaign by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Hickory Farms and received a product sample to facilitate my review.  All opinions are my own.
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Beauty Product Prize Pack $500 #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Saturday, December 10, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

Just in time for the holidays, a beauty product prize pack of 5 wonderful products worth almost $500!

Trinity of Youth Introduces Lactic Acid-Based BrilliantFx Body Serum to Combat Dry, Cracked Skin
www.trinityofyouth.com – Retail price $39.99

BrilliantFx contains a high percentage of lactic acid at an effective pH and incorporates this key ingredient in a formula that is unlike any anti-aging body product on the market today. “After noticing a void in the market for an effective anti-aging body treatmentand potent moisturizer for dry, cracked or aging skin, we embarked on our mission to create this revolutionary body serum,” explainsDiane Zokle, co-founder of Trinity of Youth. “By using naturally occurring medicinal agents that have been used for thousands of years, we can now offer our unique mixture that both alleviates dry, cracked skin and improves the appearance of aging skin on the body.”

In addition to lactic acid, BrilliantFx Body Serum is specially formulated with the powerful herbal ingredient arnica montana commonly known as wolf’s bane or leopard’s bane, a European flowering plant containing an active secondary plant metabolite sesquiterpene lactones, which acts as an anti-inflammatory agent. Flavanoids and essential oils theoretically act with the sesquiterpene lactones in Arnica montana to induce its therapeutic effects.

The third distinctive key ingredient in the BrilliantFx Body Serum is vitamin E. In terms of skin health and skin care, vitamin E benefits are numerous. In fact, skin care products that contain vitamin e have become an essential part of healthy skin care. Because of its antioxidant activity, vitamin e is vital in protecting skin cells from ultra violet light, pollution, drugs, and other elements that produce cell damaging free radicals. The vitamin e benefits for healthy skin care also include its ability to regulate vitamin a in the body, which itself is important for healthy skin. It helps skin look younger by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Also, free radicals are believed to play an important role in skin aging and therefore the antioxidant activity is quite valuable for this skin problem.

ANTI AGING KIT www.Minus417.com -- Retail Cost: $228.97

TIME CONTROL RECOVERY A CREAM
A special intensive treatment cream fights wrinkles and signs of aging.  High concentration of retinol (vitamin A) that plays essential roles in appearance of skin, growth, development, and maintenance of healthy skin.  Collagen and essential oils with the Vitamin Mineral Complex that prevents moisture loss.  Improves firmness and elasticity of the skin and prevent signs of aging.  Effective for all skin types.

TIME CONTROL FACIAL ACTIVE SERUM
Highly concentrated serum for firming and smoothing skin.  Because the serum is solely water-based, a higher concentration of active ingredients can be combined with it than other creams.  Energizing vitamins that aid in cell rejuvenation and minerals improving the balance of moisture in the skin.  Effective for all skin types.

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Say Hello To Beautiful Hair
The Experts: Piero and Luigi Pirri  www.PirriHairGroup.com -Retail Cost: $68.00

With over twenty years of experience, the Italian born Pirri brothers have mastered their craft in cuts, color and texture for women and men. Piero and Luigi combine their expertise in international hair care and styles with contemporary finesse. Infusing European flair and talent, Piero and Luigi offer their unique hair styling philosophy and natural hair care products at their salons in Greenwich, Connecticut and New York.

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The Products: Pirri Elements & Elemental Tools:

The Pirri Elements line was inspired by the beauty of the Mediterranean “crystal blue” Sea, pure air, rich soil and fiery volcanoes. Each product consists of Bergamot, an essential oil that comes from a fruit native Calabria, Italy, the hometown of the Pirri brothers. The oil along with other essential and natural ingredients is used to nourish the hair and lock in moisture.

Daily Shampoo: Mediterraneo: Contains essential ingredients to cleanse the hair while maintaining balance and moisture in all hair types. The product normalizes the hair, scalp and PH balance while keeping the hair looking healthy and shiny. Cost: $20/12oz.

Daily Conditioner: Earth’s Balance: Restores moisture and smoothes the shaft of the hair while helping to combat humidity and static electricity. The product works to coat the hair and protect it from the damaging effect of heat styling. Cost: $22/12oz
Smooth & Relaxing Serum: Lava Glaze: Relaxes the hair for a straight style or reduces frizz for a great natural air-dried look. The combination of Aloe Vera along with other essential products, work to eliminate dead ends and protects hair from the damaging effect of blow drying and UV rays. Cost: $24/8oz

Detangler & Leave-In Conditioner: Nature’s Breeze:  Smoothes tangles and mends dry ends while protecting the hair and reducing fly-aways. The product is a must-have before heat styling. Cost: $22/8oz

FRINGE BENEFITS
Introducing EnvyDerm, Effective Eyelash Growth & Conditioning Serum for Fuller, Longer and Stronger Lashes  www.envyderm.com – Retail Cost: $99.95

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The EnvyDerm applicator is very similar to a liquid eyeliner applicator. One should apply the stimulating serum once a day before bedtime along the upper and lower lash lines. EnvyDerm does not disrupt the daily application of make-up or other skincare routines. Can be used on brows as well.

EnvyDerm is formulated with active natural ingredients such as bioavailable lipo-oligopeptides that stimulate keratin genes. Powerful SymPeptide technology lengthens and strengthens natural lashes. EnvyDerm uses vitamins, minerals and amino acids to moisturize and nourish lashes and brows.
One should begin to see the lash line becoming thicker, fuller and healthier looking in as little as 2 weeks! In a clinical study, users saw a 25 percent increase in eyelash length during this period. EnvyDerm will continue to prove results over time if used on a consistent basis.

Introducing Dermatologist Dr. Paul Friedman’s New Book
“Beautiful Skin Revealed: The Ultimate Guide to Better Skin” An Insider’s Guide to Healthy Skin
www.dermlasersurgery.com – Retail Cost $59.95

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The marketing and sale of cleansers, moisturizers, cosmeceuticals, and cosmetics is a multibillion-dollar industry. How do you navigate through the maze of products and promises? Which combination of treatment options, potions and lotions is the real deal?

In an effort to separate fact from fiction, Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Paul Friedman, has co-authored the book “Beautiful Skin Revealed: The Ultimate Guide to Better Skin.” This comprehensive book offers an expert’s insider view on common skin conditions and treatments that really work, in addition to offering tips on how to maximize the time with your dermatologist. According to Dr. Friedman, “The book is grounded in science and explains why conditions occur. Using before and after photos and real patient testimonials, “Beautiful Skin Revealed” shows readers the incredible results made possible through the latest treatment options.” Below, Dr. Friedman offers a sneak-peek from his book, available for purchase at www.amazon.com and www.barnesandnoble.com

The book contains 12 chapters including sections on: Complexion, Acne, Wrinkles, Flusing, Birthmarks, Eyes, Leg Veins, Skin Cancer, Scars and Stretch Marks, General Dermatology, Products, and finally Choosing a doctor.

WIN IT
One of my US readers will win this entire set of products worth nearly $500.  Lucky you!  The prize includes:

* BrilliantFX Body Serum from Trinity of Youth
* Minus 417 Anti-Aging Kit
* Pirri Elements Hair Products
* EnvyDerm Eyelash Serum
* “Beautiful Skin Revealed: The Ultimate Guide to Better Skin” book by Dr. Paul Friedman

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Just tell me you want to win.  Easy!

This giveaway is closed.  The winner was #142 - congratulations!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on December 27th. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US addresses. Good luck to all!

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post and the products for the giveaway are being provided by a third party.  All opinions are my own.
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List & Promote Your Giveaways - 12/10

Friday, December 09, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing



Hosting a giveaway? You can link it here to promote it! I try to visit everyone who links up since I LOVE giveaways! Please include blog name - prize - end date and link directly to your giveaway. My current giveaways are listed in the right sidebar. Please keep it family friendly or identify it as adult content. Thanks for visiting and have a great weekend!

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Stock up on Health Products at GNC $50 #Giveaway {CLOSED}

Wednesday, December 07, 2011 Posted by Aleksandra Nearing

GNC Live Well™




Do you take your vitamins daily? Our entire family takes at least a multiple vitamin along with other supplements probably every day despite eating very good diets. I can definitely feel a difference in my personal well being if I skip my vitamins. And my nails? They chip at just the thought of missing out on my calcium supplements!

With cold weather already upon us and a child in daycare, we take extra precautions to make sure we remain healthy during flue season.  For us, that means more than just washing hands and eating healthy foods.  We make sure to take our vitamins and supplements as well.


About GNC: 
GNC sets the standard in the nutritional supplement industry by demanding truth in labeling, ingredient safety and product potency, all while remaining on the cutting-edge of nutritional science. As our company has grown over the years, so has our commitment to Living Well. In fact, GNC is the world's largest company of its kind devoted exclusively to helping its customers improve the quality of their lives.

From scientific research and new product discovery to the manufacturing and packaging processes, GNC takes pride in our rigorous approach to ensuring quality. Our commitment to quality extends to our interactions with you in our stores and after you buy our products.

WIN IT
One of my US readers will win a $50 GNC gift card.  Lucky you!  GNC sells a wide variety of products for men, women, children and specific needs like age or health concern.

MANDATORY ENTRY
1) Tell me what you would purchase from GNC with your winnings.

This giveaway is closed.  The winner was #531 Fawn - congratulations and happy shopping!

Please ensure your profile is public or leave me your email address in your comment. Please be honest in your entries as I do check entries and will delete any non-qualified comments! This giveaway will end at midnight on December 23rd. I will use Random.org to choose the winner, email the winner and post the winner on my website. Giveaway is open to US addresses. Good luck to all!

This giveaway was made possible by GNC. Thank you for providing the gift card for giveaway! I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own. Please refer to my Disclosure. I received a complimentary gift card to GNC to compensate me for my time to write and promote this post.
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