Category: Giveaways

Nunaat Chocolat Special Giveaway

Here’s another giveaway from the folks at folks at KMR Communications.

nunaat chocolat special line

Chocolat Special: The Ultimate Indulgence

NuNAAT’s Chocolat Special line is designed to restore chemically treated hair’s natural velvety shine and splendor as the unique formula contains Cocoa Butter and Brazil Nut oils to revitalize and restore moisture. The alluring chocolate fragrance is also a special treat for those looking for a little extra self-indulgence.

Chocolat Creamy Shampoo

o Gently cleanses while moisturizing and protecting the hair shaft from further damage caused by sunlight and chemical treatments. Price $6.49.

Chocolat Shake Conditioner

o Pamper your hair as Cocoa Butter and Brazil nut ingredients work together to penetrate and strengthen the hair shaft, bring back shine, silkiness, malleability and softness. This tempting conditioner is ideal for hair that has been damaged by the sun or chemical treatments and its inspiring chocolate aroma arouses the senses offering the perfect sensual experience. Price $6.49.

Chocolat Cream Mask

o For a deep penetrating action with lasting results, the Chocolat Cream Mask is the ultimate conditioning experience providing a deep and restorative conditioning to hair damaged by the harsh elements or chemical treatments. For best results, use weekly by massaging a generous portion into your hair and leavings on for 20 minutes before rising. Price $6.99.

Chocolat Anti-Frizz Therma Active

o Formulate to reduce frizz, the Chocolat Special Anti-Frizz is activated upon styling with a blow dryer or straightening iron. Simply apply evenly on wet hair before styling to activate. Price $7.49.

Learn more about the Nunaat Chocolat Special products at www.nunaat.com.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive the Nunaat Chocolat Special products.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter leave a comment on this post telling me which of the Nunaat Chocolat Special products you’d most like to try.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Monday 02/15/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

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Feb 06, 2010 | 67 comments | View Post

Powerhouse Hit The Deck Giveaway

Here’s another fun giveaway from the folks at folks at KMR Communications.

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Trying to lose weight? Short on time?
Looking for cardio and strength training all in one workout?
Trouble managing your stress?
Need a convenient workout at home or on the road?

PowerHouse Hit The Deck™ is the answer — one box has it all!

Set the timer, draw your first card, and do as many repetitions as you can. When the timer beeps, draw your next card!

Simple, easy, effective: a cardiovascular AND strength training workout at the same time, as well as an effective tool to combat stress and the Cortisol Crisis™

What can PowerHouse Hit the Deck™ do for you?

· Help you to lose weight, burn fat, and add muscle tone

· Provide cardio AND weight training exercise at the same time

· Expand your ability to handle and recover from stress

· Improve your overall levels of fitness and wellness

· Allow for flexibility - workouts can be any length desired

· Offer variety by providing wide range of effective exercises

· Deliver an excellent workout with no fitness equipment

· Provide a great way to cross-train

· Improve the quality of your sleep

Learn more at www.powerhouseperformancecoaching.com.

Available to purchase online, cost $19.99.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive their own Powerhouse Hit The Deck.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter leave a comment on this post telling me why you’d like to win this product.

BONUS ENTRIES

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Feb 06, 2010 | 37 comments | View Post

Walmart Game Time - Hosting an Affordable Party - With Giveaway

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Well, it’s almost time for the Super Bowl. It seems like almost everyone I know is either having or attending a SuperBowl party. This is my favorite type of party – one where guests enjoy a common theme in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Snacks are one of the things that can make or break a party, as well as your wallet. Fortunately you don’t have to break the bank to put out a table full of snacks. Did you know that Walmart has affordable prices on all of your favorite snacks? For as low as $44 you can get a bunch of Game Time snacks including one package of Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs, one package of Johnsonville Bratwursts, two packages of Great Value Hot Dog Buns, two boxes of T.G.I Friday’s Frozen Appetizers, one Hormel Supreme Party Tray, a 12″ Chocolate Chunk cookie and two boxes of Nabisco Wheat Thins or Triscuit Crackers.

You’ll also find some great deals on electronics, for those of you wanting to upgrade your television before the big game. I hosted a SuperBowl party once, many years ago. At the time I only had a small television of about 17 inches. Our huddle to watch the game was tighter than the huddles the players were in on the screen. We have a larger television now and it’s a lot easier to watch tv. If you decide to move up to HDTV and aren’t sure how to set everything up, don’t worry. Walmart offers home entertainment installation packages priced from $99 to $200.

Be sure to visit www.walmart.com/gametime for fun decorations, party planning tips and easy to make recipes.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive a $50 Walmart gift card.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter leave a comment on this post telling me who you’re rooting for AND what your favorite party snack is.

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“I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Walmart. In addition, I received a Walmart gift certificate to thank me for taking the time to participate and one to offer as a giveaway.”

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Feb 05, 2010 | 260 comments | View Post

Triaminic Sick Day Guidelines And Coupon- With Giveaway

Sometimes what sickness a person has isn’t always clear. I see it every day at work, and hear it all the time. With flu season in full force now people often wonder if they have a cold or the flu, and what they should do about it. One way you can gauge what’s going on in your area is by using the Triaminic Cold & Flu Symptom Tracker, which offers a weekly feed of cold & flu symptom trends by state, along with cold prevention tips. I checked and my area is quiet but flu activity where LB2 lives an hour north of me is very high.

A reminder about dispensing medications from Triaminic.

When dispensing medication to children, remember to always read and follow medicine labels exactly, to ensure that the child receives the right dosage. Single-use products like Triaminic Thin Strips® provides a pre-measured dose of medicine that dissolves quickly on the tongue, so parents know their children are receiving the recommended amount for their age.

If you find your child is ill and aren’t sure if you should keep them home or not, check out the Sick Day Guidelines that Triaminic partnered with the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) to create.

Triaminic is currently offering a printable $1.50 coupon, just click the banner at the bottom of this post to get yours. Hopefully you won’t need it but if you do at least you’ll be prepared.

WIN IT!

THREE random winners will receive a Triaminic prize pack containing 4 boxes of 14 thin strips.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter visit http://youcastcorp.com/c/79/go/index.php?r=0 and track the flu activity in your state. Then leave a comment on this post containing the information of the Flu activity level in their area.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please, NO PO Boxes. This contest will end on Thursday 01/28/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

This post is not a review, it is for informational purposes only. I will be receiving a prize pack like that being given away as thanks for sharing this information. As always my opinion is my own and has not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.

Jan 21, 2010 | 12 comments | View Post

So You Think You Can Dance Get Fit DVD - With Giveaway

Dance Your Way to a Sculpted Body with All-New So You Think You Can Dance Get Fit DVDs Arriving July 21, 2009

Your Favorite Dancers, Stephen “Twitch” Boss, Dmitry Chaplin, Courtney Galiano, Lauren Gottlieb, Katee Shean and Travis Wall, Show You How to Get Fit and Have Fun

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE GET FIT
Available to own: July 21, 2009
Price: $16.99 U.S. each
Runtime: 109 minutes (Tone and Groove)
116 minutes (Cardio Funk)
U.S. Rating: Not Rated
Canadian Rating: G

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – You’ve seen exactly what they can do on the wildly popular show “So You Think You Can Dance.” Now six of the hottest dancers from past seasons will show viewers how to get in top shape with the release of two brand new fitness DVDs on July 21: SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE GET FIT: Tone and Groove and SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE GET FIT: Cardio Funk. With nearly 20 million watching each week “So You Think You Can Dance” is a pop culture sensation entering into its fifth season on air. For the first time ever, fans can tone and sculpt their bodies by moving along with the incredible dancers from the show as they demonstrate easy-to-follow routines in a variety of dance genres.

In Tone and Groove viewers can flex and condition their muscles with Stephen “Twitch” Boss as he takes them through a Hip Hop routine, tighten their abs with Dmitry Chaplin through the Cha Cha and then stretch it out with Katee Shean doing Jazz. Cardio Funk turns up the heat as Courtney Galiano puts viewers through their paces on the Disco floor, Travis Wall gets hearts pumping in a Contemporary routine and Lauren Gottlieb’s Hip Hop dance works up a sweat. With over 90 minutes of calorie-burning and body-sculpting moves, each DVD also includes a warm-up and cool down session, a bonus workout, behind-the-scenes interviews with the dancers and more. The DVDs arrive just in time for the highly-anticipated finale of Season Five and will be available for the suggested retail price of $16.99 each.

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE GET FIT: Tone and Groove and SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE GET FIT: Cardio Funk are each presented in widescreen with Dolby Digital English Stereo sound. The following details each disc:

Tone and Groove:
o Introduction
o Warm-Up
o Workouts:
o Hip Hop - Twitch
o Jazz - Katee
o Cha Cha - Dmitry
o Tone and Groove Bonus Workout
o Cool Down
Bonus Features:
o Interview with executive producer Nigel Lythgoe
o Interview with Twitch
o Interview with Katee
o Interview with Dmitry

Cardio Funk:
o Introduction
o Warm-Up
o Workouts
o Hip Hop - Lauren
o Contemporary - Travis
o Disco - Courtney
o Cardio Funk Bonus Workout
o Cool Down

Bonus Features:
o Interview with executive producer Nigel Lythgoe
o Interview with Lauren
o Interview with Travis
o Interview with Courtney

WIN IT!

TWO winners will each receive the Cardio Funk DVD and the Tone And Groove DVD.

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THE SMALL PRINT.

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Jan 18, 2010 | 94 comments | View Post

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE - MUST HAVES - Pure Pearls

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GIFT IDEA - PURE PEARLS

There’s a saying that every woman should have pearls, in one form or another. When I was 12 and in high school I got a pair of pearl earrings while on a class trip in Florida. I loved those earrings, and have no idea what happened to them. I like good jewelry but only versatile jewelry that can be worn all of the time. I wear a pair of diamond earrings that my husband gave me in one hole in my ears and have been looking for the right pair of earrings to wear in the other, something that would look good with anything. In the midst of my search I received an offer to try a pair of pearl earrings from Pure Pearls.

About Pure Pearls

Pure Elegance. Pure Luxury. Pure Value.

Our philosophy is simple! Pure Pearls offers high quality, fine pearl jewelry at exceptional discount prices. Our team of experts bring to you the top 3% of our exclusive harvests. By sourcing pearls straight from the pearl farms, we cut the middleman and bring incredible wholesale prices to our customers without sacrificing quality. Because our customers are so happy with their purchases, we receive a high percentage of repeat customers and incredible advertising by word-of-mouth.

I received a set of 9-10mm Freshwater Elite lavender pearl earrings. They arrived in a velvet box accompanied by a certificate of GIA appraisal. I was surprised to find that the color of the earrings was almost identical to the color of shown on the website, a light pinkish lavender. The posts are of 14K gold, something important to a girl like me that once had her ears get infected from posts made of cheap metal. They go great with jeans, my work clothes and dress clothes. I have received numerous compliments about them. I love them and wear them every day.

The selection of on the Pure Pearls website is astounding. They offer several types of pearls including Akoya, Tahitian, Freshwater and South Sea. They carry every type of pearl jewelry including necklaces, earrings, pendants, bracelets, cufflinks, clasps and rings. They also offer loose pearls as well as custom strands you can design yourself. The website is easy to navigate. If you don’t know much about pearls (like me) you’ll appreciate the section of pearl information and education. I didn’t know that pearls need moisture, did you? Pricing is clearly marked, along with the retail price you might see the item for elsewhere. I looked at some pearls in the mall for comparison and the Pure Pearls pricing is much lower.

If you’re looking to gift yourself or someone else a little something special, consider pearls. No holiday required.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive a Beauti Control travel kit and a set of Avon True Glow body lotion and shower gel.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter visit the Pure Pearls site and then leave me a comment on this post telling me one piece you saw that you like.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Sunday 01/03/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

The product(s) featured in this review was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

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Dec 28, 2009 | 104 comments | View Post

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE - MUST HAVES - Belkin Flythru Laptop Case

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belkin flythru case pocket

GIFT IDEA -BELKIN FLYTHRU LAPTOP CASE

Anyone that hasn’t traveled with my Mom doesn’t know the exquisite pleasure of almost missing a flight because everyone’s bags were being painstakingly gone through looking for drugs. A baggie of laundry detergent can look a lot like drugs I guess. Any luggage or bags that would end the humiliation inspection more quickly is a must have in my opinion, which is why the Belkin Flythru Laptop Case is a must have.

About the Belkin Flythru Laptop Case

Things are getting easier at the airport-with Belkin’s FlyThru, you no longer need to take your laptop out of the bag in the security line. This revolutionary new bag isolates your laptop on one side, and the clear window makes it easy for TSA agents to identify it. Just unzip the bag and lay it flat. Keep your other personal belongings away from the laptop and you should get the all clear. Enjoy your flight!

Mom was flying out to the West Coast this morning with my brother. She was bringing her laptop. Mom travels with a scooter and can’t juggle things well. It somehow comforted me knowing that she’d have less to juggle and take apart because she was traveling with her laptop in this case. The bag unzips in half to reveal a clear window over the laptop so that compartment can easily go through the xray scanner. The case has a lifetime warranty and will accommodate most standard and widescreen laptops up to 15.6″. I would like to see the case available in a size that could accommodate a 17″ laptop.

The Belkin FlyThru Laptop Case retails for $59.99 and can be purchased online and in select retail locations nationwide.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive a Belkin Flythru Laptop Case.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter check out some of the other Belkin laptop accessories leave me a comment on this post telling me another product that you’d like to have and why.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Saturday 01/02/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

The product(s) featured in this review was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

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Dec 26, 2009 | 139 comments | View Post

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE - MUST HAVES - Belkin CushTop - With Giveaway

GIFT IDEA - BELKIN CUSHTOP

My friend’s cousin once burnt his hoo-ha because he didn’t realize how hot a laptop can get and used it on his lap without benefit of protection (or clothing, LOL). The Belkin CushTop is a must have item for anyone with a laptop.

About the Belkin CushTop

Provides increased padded comfort when you use your laptop on your couch, bed, or floor.
Features a convenient storage pocket to keep your power adapter and mouse tucked away.
Flips over to accommodate smaller or larger laptops, whichever you need.

I tried the Belkin CushTop. I thought it might be awkward having it on my lap but it was soft and comfortable and actually gave me a more comfortable angle for typing. I didn’t feel any heat coming from the laptop when I used it. I’d love to see a wider version that allowed for use of a mouse as well.

The Belkin CushTop retails for $34.99 and is available to purchase online and in select stores nationwide.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive a Belkin CushTop.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter leave me a comment on this post telling me what you currently put under your laptop to protect you from heat when using it.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Saturday 01/02/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

The product(s) featured in this review was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

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Dec 26, 2009 | 179 comments | View Post

Listerine Eat Your Sweets And Keep Your Teeth Giveaway

Well, here is is the day after Christmas. With about two weeks of pre-Christmas and Christmas festivities I know that oral hygiene is the farthest thing from some people’s minds, especially children.

Listerine taken some of their products and given them special holiday packaging in the hopes of helping encourage good oral hygiene during the sweet and festivity filled holiday season. Check them out.

listerine reach by design holiday

Make Holiday Brushing Fun: *NEW* REACH by Design

Brush away gingerbread crumbs with the new exclusive brushes from REACH®. Adults and kids alike will love the festive patterns that make brushing your teeth fun! Plus, the brush is designed to clean and remove more plaque in hard to reach places

listerine pocket paks holiday

For the Holiday Party: LISTERINE PocketPaks

Family get-together coming up soon? Keep this on-the-go solution for fresh breath with you at every occasion. These slender packs fit easily in your pocket or purse, so you’re always prepared to mix and mingle with friends and family!

listerine mouthwash holiday

Take Care of That Sweet Tooth: LISTERINE TOTAL CARE and LISTERINE Antiseptic

This holiday packaged duo is the perfect dop kit necessity. Plus, the individual travel-sized LISTERINE® Antiseptic and LISTERINE® TOTAL CARE have germ killing action. Keep your family’s mouths germ free, while maintaining fresh breath and a healthy smile for those memorable holiday moments.

One of the sweets that you see a lot of during the Christmas season is gingerbread houses. I have never made one from scratch but know people that do and I know a lot of work is involved. Did you know you can get a kit for a gorgeous gingerbread house that you only have to assemble?

williams sonoma no bake winter wonderland gingerbread house kit

Get in the Christmas Spirit: Williams-Sonoma No-Bake Winter Wonderland Gingerbread House Kit

This family-friendly kit includes a building tray for the house foundation, sturdy precut gingerbread walls and roof, and colorful candy decorations. Easily assembled, this is sure to create lasting holiday memories you and your loved ones will cherish.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive a fun wrapped holiday package containing the oral care products listed above and the gingerbread house kit.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter leave me a comment on this post telling me something what the sweetest thing you’ve eaten so far during the holiday has been.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Saturday 01/02/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

The product(s) featured in this review was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

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Dec 26, 2009 | 167 comments | View Post

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE - BJ’s Wholesale Club - With Giveaway

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I recently received a free trial membership to BJ’s Wholesale Club. I went out on Christmas Eve to take care of some last minute errands and shopping. My goal was to get the breakfast treats for Christmas morning and find a couple of last minute gifts.

In case you’ve never been there, BJ’s carries just about everything - food beauty products, baby care products, household cleaning products, office products, automotive products (like tires) and more. They even accept manufacturers coupons.

There is an entire food department as well as a bakery. In the bakery I found all sorts of yummy looking treats. I snagged a Boston Cream Cake, a Ghirardelli Chocolate Cake, Blueberry muffins, coffee cake muffins, a package of eclairs and a package of apple turnovers. The eclairs were $6.49 for ten. I usually pay about $3.99 for a box of much smaller ones from Entenmanns, if I can find them in the store.

bjs cakes

bjs turnovers eclairs

I like to keep Coke in the house when my Dad is coming over, it’s his favorite. Usually soda is almost $4 for a 12 pack in the grocery store. I found a 32 pack for $9.49. That’s a great deal.

bjs coke sign

I also found a great deal on bottled water, which my son TJ loves. It was $3.39 for 32 bottles. Usually I pay $2.99 - $3.99 for a 24 pack in the grocery store if it’s on sale.

bjs water sign

I’d wanted to get the Fisher Price Sports game for CJ but really didn’t have the money. I found it on sale for $19.99, about $20 less than I’d seen it in other stores in the area. I grabbed that immediately.

bjs smart sports

TJ loves video games and skateboarding. I found the Tony Hawk Ride game on sale for $109.99. I didn’t get it because I was out of money but was pleased to see that BJ’s carried it since I hadn’t seen it in most other stores in the area.

bjs tony hawk ride

For folks looking for other items, there was a huge selection of gifts in every category. They had a deal on a Mr. Coffee 12-Cup programmable coffeemaker for only $29.99. They also had BOSE around-ear headphones bundle on sale for $139.99. I saw a gorgeous triple crockpot for $79.99 that I’d love to have.

I was so pleased with the prices and selection at BJ’s that I’ve decided I’ll be upgrading to a full membership when the trial one is over. The savings is worth it. Members are even able to buy many products online at the same fantastic prices they’d find in the store.

The free 60 day trial membership is currently available to anyone that has never been a member. There is currently an offer for new members to join for $45. That price includes a 14 month membership (2 cards - 1 for you and 1 for another member of your household), a member savings book full of coupons and rebates and “Sign up and Save” coupons worth $117 in savings. There is a 100% money back guarantee on the fee if you are not satisfied. Use the BJ’s store locator to find the club nearest you.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive a $25 BJ’s gift card.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter check out the BJ’s site and then leave me a comment on this post telling me something you saw on their site that you liked.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Saturday 01/02/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

A $25 BJ’s Wholesale Club gift card was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

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Dec 25, 2009 | 144 comments | View Post

General Mills E-Movie Cash Campaign - With Giveaway

general mills emovie cash banner

Most people love going to the movies. But, going to the movies can be a bit costly. Last month General Mills kicked off a promotion where people that purchase specially marked packages of General Mills cereals received free movie tickets. The promo is still going on now. With holiday vacations looming I can’t think of many better times to have free movie tickets.

To get your free tickets just buy two select size boxes of General Mills cereals including Honey Nut Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Lucky Charms, Trix and Reese’s Peanut Butter Puffs. After you’ve bought your cereal look inside the box for a code. Enter the codes online at generalmills.com/moviecash and print your free movie certificate good for admission to any movie at a participating theater. You can search for the nearest participating theater in your area by visiting http://emoviecash.com/dis_locator/.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive their own Movie Moment prize pack that includes 4 e-movie cash certificates ($12 each) and one (1) free coupon for a General Mills cereal. .

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter leave a comment on this post containing your favorite movie moment. It should be a few sentences about your favorite movie, your child’s favorite movie or the first movie you remember seeing.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Sunday 12/20/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize by Monday 3 pm est. Good luck to everyone!

Four movie tickets, coupon, information, and giveaway have all been provided by General Mills through MyBlogSpark. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

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Dec 20, 2009 | 70 comments | View Post

Lee Slender Secret Stretch Jeans Giveaway

lee jeans slender secret stretch

When I was thinner I had jeans that didn’t hold their shape and were almost falling off by the end of the day. What a pain in the butt to have to hitch up your pants for a couple of hours while you’re out. Check out the news I got from the folks over at JC Penney.

Lee Jeans has introduced an innovatively desgined brand of jeans called Slender Secret Stretch. The jeans are designed to slenderize and maintain their shape throughout the whole day. (Because we all know jeans often tend to stretch and shift shape and size over the course of a day.)

The Lee Slender Secret jeans offer some unique product traits to add to a a slender and modern look that are also comfortable for everyday activities.

Some of the unique traits include:

* Pocket lining with tummy control
* Close fit and ultrastretch fabric for a slenderizing look
* Sits lower on the waist for comfort
* Bootcut leg

The jeans come in a wide range of sizes including misses, petite and plus.

JCPenney has a video that showcases this unique pair of jeans - check it out.

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Lee Slender Secret Stretch Jeans are available to purchase at www.jcp.com.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive their own pair of Lee Slender Secret Stretch Jeans.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter check out the Lee Slender Secret Jeans at JC Penney website and then leave a comment on this post telling me which color you like the best OR what color you’d like to see the jeans offered in.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Sunday 12/20/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

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Dec 14, 2009 | 188 comments | View Post

Words Move Me - Sony Reader Giveaway

words move me

What moves you?

The two things that move me the most are my children and knowledge. Knowledge takes many forms and my favorite form, by far, is the English language. That’s right - words. I love words. To me, words are interesting. They form knowledge. And you know the old saying - knowledge is power.

I’ve always loved words. The daughter of a 7th grade English teacher, I learned to read before I was 4 and have loved it ever since. As a teenager, when I was supposed to be delivering my newspaper route I
could be found sitting on a corner reading a book instead. Seriously. It was tough for my Mom to yell at me because I wasn’t getting into trouble - I was reading. You can’t get mad at someone for reading, right. Reading was my escape from everything back then. I could fall into a book and disappear for hours, not putting it down until I’d finished (or sometimes until it was too dark outside). To this day one of my favorite activities is to curl on on the couch with a book with a cup of coffee and read.

Sony has created Words Move Me to foster interest and interaction in words between readers all around the world. Readers can share their feelings via widgets. Other readers can search by emotions to find people with like interests. It’s pretty cool. My widget is below.

Sony and I are wondering what moves you. So let’s talk about that.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive a SONY Reader Pocket Edition (value $199)!

The Reader Pocket Edition™ lets you access up to 350 of your favorite books from anywhere. Its elegant, lightweight design is small enough to slip into a purse or jacket pocket, and features a 5″ display with E Ink® Vizplex paper-like screen technology for easy reading, even in direct sunlight. For added versatility, it supports multiple file formats including ePub and PDF, offering access to more books from more places, including the Reader™ Store and over one million free public domain titles from Google Books.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter leave a comment telling me about your favorite book and why it is memorable.

IMPORTANT NOTE - These entries will be judged on originality and content and not randomly. You may enter daily as long as the book and the story are completely different.

BONUS ENTRIES

1 - Create an account on Words Move Me and leave a link to your profile in a comment on this post.

1 - Tweet this giveaway with the following message - Words move me. Share what words move you and enter to win a Sony Reader Pocket Edition from @valmg at http://tinyurl.com/ybr75o7

1 - Spread the word about this giveaway on Facebook with the following message - Words move me. Share what words move you and enter to win a Sony Reader Pocket Edition from @valmg at http://tinyurl.com/ybr75o7

Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Friday 12/18/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

Please note that I am to receive a Sony Pocket Reader but that in no way have my opinions been influenced by the product or the sponsor.

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.

Dec 14, 2009 | 83 comments | View Post

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE - Love For Christmas CD By Silvia Fleming

silvia fleming love for christmas cd cover

GIFT IDEA -LOVE FOR CHRISTMAS BY SILVIA FLEMING

One of the many amazing things about Christmas time is the very air - it’s filled with sights, sounds and smells that make an impression now and often last a lifetime.

The album Love For Christmas by Silvia Fleming contains eleven tracks that are perfect selections for the holiday season. Her voice is clear and beautiful. Her sound is similar to that of Karen Carpenter but with a little jazz. Her songs are sure to evoke memories of Christmases past or accompany memories of Christmases yet to come. My favorite song is the first track - Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas. It’s soulful.

Here’s the Love For Christmas track list.

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Christmas Time is Here (featuring Sam Levine on alto sax)
Love for Christmas
Santa Baby (featuring Jeff Cox on bass)
The Other Side of Christmas
In a Lowly Manger Sleeping
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
More Than a Child
My Grown Up Christmas List
The Joy of Christmas (featuring Paul Brannon on guitar)
What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve? (featuring Sam Levine on alto sax)

Music is magical because it can bring a memory alive like it just happened yesterday. Love For Christmas is one of those holiday CDs that you can put on every year and never tire of because it gets you in the spirit of the season now while refreshing memories of seasons past.

Love For Christmas by Silvia Fleming is available to purchase from CDBaby as a download for $9.9 or as a CD for $15.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive their own copy of Love For Christmas by Silvia Fleming.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter check out Silvia Fleming on CDBaby and then leave a comment on this post telling me which song is your favorite.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Sunday 12/20/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

The product(s) featured in this review was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

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Dec 13, 2009 | 16 comments | View Post

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE - The Guiding Light For Your Mailbox

GIFT IDEA - GUIDING LIGHT FOR YOUR MAILBOX

The ability to find a house is something that is often taken for granted. Does the pizza or Chinese delivery guy need help finding your house? If they do you can bet that the police, fire department or ambulance may have to work to find it as well. Those are some people you don’t want just wandering around looking for you - you want them all to get to you as quickly as possible when you need them. That’s where the Guiding Light for your mailbox comes in.

About the Guiding Light For Your Mailbox

The Guiding Light is a solar-powered sleeve that fits over any standard mailbox and illuminates your house numbers, making it easier for first-responders, friends and family, and delivery people to find your home quickly – especially important when seconds count in an emergency.

I received a Guiding Light for your mailbox. It’s very easy to assemble. The Guiding Light is actually a saddle that fits over any standard sized US mailbox. There is a windowed area on each side where your house numbers go, that area lights up using a solar powered battery once darkness falls.

To get it ready to use first you have to put the numbers in.

guiding light 1

Lift the window.

guiding light where numbers go

There are small peg holes where the numbers rest.

guiding light numbers

Close the window area up and you’re ready to mount on your mailbox.

guiding light ready to attach

After mounting and attaching with the included hardware, remove the little protective tabs from the solar powered battery.

guiding light getting ready for first use

You’re finished.

This is my mailbox during the day.

guiding light attached light

This is my mailbox at night.

guiding light at night

You can actually see the lighted area of the mailbox from four blocks away. You can see the numbers at just about a block away.

The Guiding Light was easy to put together and attach and it looks terrific on the mailbox. More importantly, there is no mistaking the number of my house so there won’t be any delays in people (or food) getting to our house. I think this is a super cool item and I really like it.

The Guiding Light is currently only sold online at www.guidingmailbox.com for $79.95.

WIN IT!

ONE winner will receive their own Guiding Light.

HOW TO ENTER. (MANDATORY)

To enter check out the Guiding Light online and then leave a comment on this post telling me why you’d like to win this OR one time you could have used this.

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Leave an additional comment for each entry you qualify for. You must have completed the first entry according to the instructions to be eligible for any bonus entries.

THE SMALL PRINT.

US addresses only please. This contest will end on Sunday 12/20/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!

The product(s) featured in this review was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

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Dec 13, 2009 | 38 comments | View Post