Author Archive: valmg
NJ Mom of 2 boys. Social media enthusiast. Blogger. Freelance marketing. I lLove cats. Ds Advocate. Listening to Hinder, P Roach & Rev Theory and lots of Oleander.
My name is Valerie, but I go by valmg online.
I am a mother to 2 boys – TJ, a 17 year old, and CJ, a 13 year old with Down Syndrome.
I am a Jersey girl. I have three younger brothers, all of whom have children.
I HATE the misuse of the word retarded. I take it personally and find it very offensive.
REVIEW – Octonauts Toys Exclusively at Toys R Us
The product featured was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review as a member of Team Mom. Please note that any personal opinions reflected in this post are my own and have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. The Octonauts toys are a new [...]
REVIEW – Custom Awareness Ribbon Car Magnets From Magnets.com
The product featured was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. Please note that any personal opinions reflected in this post are my own and have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. ABOUT MAGNETS.COM In business since 1997, footsteps from the Statue of Liberty [...]
Prepare Children for Earth Day With Disneynature’s Wings of Life Educational Kit
Disneynature: Wings of Life DVD Release Date: April 16, 2013 Run Time: 80 minutes Studio: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment In celebration of this week’s release of Disneynature’s Wings of Life, Disney has shared with me an embeddable 25-page educational guide. The guide was created by Disney’s Animal Kingdom Education Team and introduces learners in [...]
A Monster In Paris DVD
The product featured was provided free of cost to me in order to facilitate this post. Please note that any personal opinions reflected in this post are my own and have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. This week, on April 16, Shout Factory released A Monster In Paris. I haven’t watched [...]
American Greetings Taylor Swift Greeting Card Mobile App and Sweepstakes – With Giveaway
This post has not been monetarily compensated. I received a prize pack. Please note that any personal opinions reflected in this post are my own and have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. Taylor Swift is so popular right now. I’ve learned that Taylor Swift has teamed up with American Greetings to [...]
Instagram Blast – Win $100 Amazon GC
Time for another Amazon Blast giveaway! This giveaway ends on 04/14. The winner will receive a $100 Amazon GC. Here’s the entry form. I’d love it if you left me a comment on one item you’d buy if you won. Good luck! Makobi Scribe is bringing you this Amazon Instagram blast. We host one of [...]
Oleander – Something Beautiful Album CD Review – @OleanderBand #SomethingBeautiful
No compensation or product was received for this review. This one I do out of love for the album, the music and the band. I listen to music all of the time. Mostly rock. Did you ever have something come onto your iPod, iPhone or mp3 player and wonder “what was I thinking when I [...]
How To Save Money On Your Family Car
These days we could all stand to save some money on our cars. The following is a guest post containing a list of suggestions that’s valid for anyone that drives anywhere. This content was provided by the UK-based company, Passsmart.com. A car is an expensive commitment, and one which you’re going to want to make [...]
This Week’s Winners On Mom Knows It All
To select the winner of these giveaways I used the “And The Winner Is” plugin. I did confirm each winner randomly selected by the plugin was eligible. Kidaroo Crew Sippy Grab Designer Cup & Bottle Labels winner – Bethanie Puppet Monsters Stuffed Toy winner – Jamie B Moshi Monsters Character Encyclopedia winner – Staci A [...]
4 Years – 166 Down And 8 To Go.
Today is the 4 year anniversary of Lap band surgery. This is what I looked like in 2008. I don’t even have the words. It’s been a hell of a journey – what with lung surgery and all – but I’d do it again. I’m 8 pounds short of the goal I will accept – [...]
P&G’s Most Loved Products – With Giveaway And #PGMostLoved Twitter Party Info
This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/P&G. Please note that any personal opinions reflected in this post are my own and have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. Recently I received a box chock full of P&G’s “most loved” products as a member of the SheSpeaks program. I’m not even kidding when [...]
Not Exactly Wordless Wednesday – Thanks To My Champions Via @Oleander
Oleander, one of my favorite bands for many years, has a new album out that released yesterday. One of their older songs, “Champion”, makes me think of my parents. Life is so short, and we never know what tomorrow will bring. I was talking with someone yesterday about my point of view as a child [...]
Screen It Sunday
I’m frequently sent information on upcoming television, DVD/Blu-ray and movie news. I’ll be compiling and sharing the best and most interesting news with you here each week. DISNEYNATURE’S BREATHTAKING FEATURE “WINGS OF LIFE” LANDS ON BLU-RAY® COMBO PACK, DIGITAL AND ON DEMAND APRIL 16, 2013, IN TIME FOR EARTH DAY BURBANK, Calif. (March 8, 2013) [...]
Wordless Wednesday – Pretty Orchid
Thanks for stopping by! If you have a picture up for Wordless Wednesday, leave your link below! Then head on over to From Val’s Kitchen and Here And There. And if you like giveaways, be sure to check out my current giveaways.
Amazon Blast – Win A $100 Amazon GC
Time for another Amazon Blast giveaway! This giveaway ends on 04/14. The winner will receive a $100 Amazon GC. Here’s the entry form. I’d love it if you left me a comment on one item you’d buy if you won. Good luck! Makobi Scribe is bringing you this Amazon Twitter blast. We host one of [...]
