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Establishing With a Primary Care Physician

2012-02-10T11:48:00.001-05:00

Today I finally stopped making excuses and I made an appointment to establish with a new primary care physician. I've had primary care physicians in the past but I have either not been happy with them or they have left the area. I've had asthma since I was a kid and in the last 10 years I've also been diagnosed with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), hypothyroidism, and high cholesterol. My

Review of Avery Heavy Duty Ring Reference Binder With Custom Binder Spine Inserts and Note Tabs

2012-02-08T05:13:00.001-05:00

In almost every office you'll find a binder full of pertinent information to help you organize information and do your job more efficiently and my office is no exception. There is one or more binder on every desk but thanks to Shoplet.com I now have the best one in the office. Shoplet.com was awesome enough to provide me with some free office supplies, including an Avery Heavy Duty Ring Reference

Wordless Wednesday - Politics

2012-02-08T00:01:00.000-05:00

M&M's Ms. Brown Super Bowl Commericial

2012-02-06T07:37:00.000-05:00

This was my favorite 2012 Super Bowl commercial. Do you have a favorite?

Peanut Butter "Cheese Ball" Recipe

2012-02-06T05:56:00.000-05:00

I made my first recipe last night (for the Superbowl) that I found through Pinterest. I made a Peanut Butter "Cheese Ball", which is a recipe found on The Girl Who Ate Everything (adapted from Nestle) and it happened to be one of her top 10 recipes for 2011 and I would have to agree so I wanted to share. It is super easy to make and it was a big hit with everyone. I served mine with Kroger brand

Resuscitate Your Resolution! Nutrition 911 Giveaway

2012-02-03T05:33:00.001-05:00

If your New Year’s diet plan needs a little CPR since it’s now February and many of you have either wavered or completely given up on your resolution, call Nutrition 911! In order to help you revive and maintain your health and wellness goals in 2012, Spa Week has joined forces with nationally acclaimed nutrition expert, author and Golden Door Spa Nutrition Advisor, Dr. Wendy Bazilian, to

Just Another How We Met And Fell In Love Story

2012-02-01T04:57:00.006-05:00

Brian came into my life a little over 11 years ago. Brian and my big brother David were friends and had gone to high school together so I had seen him around a few times but had never actually talked to him and I definitely had not given any thought whatsoever to dating him. So after a recent breakup with yet another jerk who lied and cheated on me, I turned to my brother for help because I knew

Wordless Wednesday - Voodoo

2012-02-01T00:01:00.001-05:00

Review of Nutralenda's Complete Calendula Cleanse

2012-01-30T05:11:00.000-05:00

Having worked with Nutralenda in the past and having reviewed their Skin and Body Supplements, I was very excited when I was given the opportunity to review Nutralenda's Complete Calendula Cleanse. When you begin Nutralenda's Complete Calendula Cleanse you start by taking a 30-day supply of Nutralenda's Liver Booster. This step ensures that your liver is prepped to efficiently eliminate toxins

Kettle Cuisine Soup Review and Giveaway

2012-01-30T00:05:00.002-05:00

About Kettle Cuisine Kettle Cuisine is an independent, artisan soup maker that has been cooking uncompromised soup since 1986. They treat food the way it's supposed to be treated every step of the way and only feed people the best soup possible every time. They use the best tasting, highest quality natural ingredients they can find and never add anything unnecessary or artificial and virtually

UNEEDIT.com Organizer/Desktop Sorter Review and Giveaway

2012-01-30T00:01:00.007-05:00

UNEEDIT.com is your go to place for technology products, office, safety/first aid supplies, and industrial equipment. UNEEDIT.com offers not only general office supplies but anything and everything you might find in a modern office, including desk accessories, forms, appliances, cabinets, racks, shelving, organizers, cash registers, safes, tables, chairs, stools, desks, work stations, shipping

The Simpsons 500th Sweepstakes

2012-01-29T12:01:00.000-05:00

On February 19th at 8 p.m. EST, FOX will air the historic 500th episode of The Simpsons, "At Long Last Leave", which is the longest running scripted television show in history. Together, FOX and Boost Mobile have launched The Simpsons 500th Sweepstakes where one winner and their guest will win round trip ticket to Los Angeles and will attempt The Simpsons 500th Episode Party on Monday, February

My Top Romantic Valentine's Day Movie Picks

2012-01-29T09:13:00.000-05:00

With Valentine's Day fast approaching, it's the perfect time to put in your favorite romantic movie and share a big bowl of popcorn while snuggling up to your sweetie. Below are some of my favorite romantic movies. I know it's a long list but I have so many favorites. They're in no particular order. Are any of these your favorites too or do you have a favorite you'd add to this list? Let me know.

School Binder Mishap

2012-01-24T08:48:00.000-05:00

My son is in the 6th grade and rarely brings his backpack or binder home because he generally finishes his homework assignments at school so when he brought both home yesterday I took advantage of the rare opportunity and decided to go through his binder to see what he was learning about in school. When taking his binder out of his backpack this is what I found. It's only the middle of the third

Feathers and Fur For Lady Parts - Hot or Not

2012-01-24T07:47:00.000-05:00

As a member of the Hot Mom Spa Squad, I learned about a new beauty craze recently called The Foxy Bikini (and The Carnivale Bikini), which is similar to Vajazzling and Vatooing. This is where women decorate their lady parts with feathers and real fox fur. It comes in a variety of colors and lasts about 3-5 days, even through showers, working out, and other activities (and I'll leave that up to

What's In A Name

2012-01-23T05:26:00.000-05:00

It is an extremely exciting time in any household when it is announced that a new member will soon be joining the family, especially when that new family member will not only be cute and playful but also furry and have a cold, wet nose, floppy ears, and a tail and happens to be a puppy. We experienced this about 8 years ago in our household when we made the announcement to our two kids that we

Can I Have That Super Sized Please

2012-01-20T09:20:00.000-05:00

I'm a plus size woman and I have been since becoming pregnant for the first time. For this reason I'd rather shop online for my clothes because it seems when I shop in stores they rarely carry anything bigger than a size large. I can find a bigger selection of clothing when shopping online. There is one thing though that bothers me about shopping for clothes online and that's the models. Stores

The Prestige Shop Review and Giveaway

2012-01-19T05:24:00.001-05:00

About The Prestige Shop The Prestige Shop was founded in 2011 by Andres Lopez and his wife Maria Margarita and is located in Dallas, Texas with most of their products being handmade in Colombia. The Prestige Shop has a passion for leather and proudly offers unique and exquisite handmade leather bags, wallets, jewelry, and other leather accessories such as passport covers, cellphone cases,

Recipe: Taco Casserole

2012-01-17T05:22:00.001-05:00

We have tacos at lot at our house but sometimes I like to change things up a bit and have maybe a taco salad or taco casserole. Both are a big hit at my house. There are so many different ways to make a taco casserole but here's the recipe I use if you want to try it out. However, you can layer your taco casserole any way you like or add and/or subtract ingredients according to what your family

Book Review: Second Glance by Jodi Picoult

2012-01-16T05:59:00.000-05:00

I just finished reading Second Glance by Jodi Picoult and this is a book that makes you ask yourself "Do we love across time? Or in spite of it?" Second Glance takes place in the tiny Vermont town of Comtosook. Very strange, paranormal and supernatural things start happening around town when a developer attempts to turn an ancient Abenaki Indian burial ground into a strip mall. When suicide

Register Your Keurig Brewer and Receive Two Free Boxes of K-Cups

2012-01-13T11:06:00.000-05:00

I recently received my very first Keurig brewer this past Christmas. I had it nearly 2 weeks before I thought to even register it online and I'm so glad I did. When you register your Keurig brewer, you are eligible to receive two free K-Cup® portion pack boxes when you purchase two K-Cup® portion pack boxes (22, 24 or 25 count). A coupon code will be provided in the confirmation email, that will

Wordless Wednesday - Who Remembers These From the 90's

2012-01-11T10:09:00.000-05:00

And He's Still Gleeful

2012-01-10T16:05:00.001-05:00

The definition of gleeful is: full of high-spirited delight; "a joyful heart". It's also happens to be the word my son misspelled this morning to eliminate him from his spelling bee, which also happened to be his very first word. He placed 27th of 30 kids. I've always told him that we win some and we lose some so we made a few jokes and had a little laugh about it and moved on and right now he is

Win an Apple iPad2 or Kindle Fire From Rafflecopter

2012-01-10T04:56:00.002-05:00

To celebrate the new year, Rafflecopter is giving away a 16GB Apple iPad2 and several Kindle Fires. The giveaway starts Monday 1/9 at 12:01 a.m. and lasts for a month. To enter, simply say who referred you on the Rafflecopter widget. You can receive additional entries by tweeting about this giveaway, following Rafflecopter on twitter, and giving your feedback. /*{literal}

What a Boy Wants...From Spencer's

2012-01-09T06:47:00.000-05:00

'Beavis and Butthead' Lava Lamp: $19.99 'The Hangover' Alan Bobblehead: $14.99 Guns N' Roses 'Appetite for Destruction' Tee: $17.99 Spending your Christmas money at Spencer's: Priceless!

Workout DVD Exchange

2012-01-06T06:53:00.000-05:00

It's that time of year again where everyone is determined to shed a few pounds, including myself, so I was wondering if any of my blog readers would be interested in doing a workout DVD exchange with me. I have several workout DVDs at home (some I like, some I don't, and some I'm just bored with) and thought rather than buying new ones see if anybody would be interested in trading. If you're like

So Glad I Found CoffeeKing.com

2012-01-05T09:28:00.000-05:00

I recently received a Keurig coffee maker as a gift this past Christmas, which I absolutely love by the way. Not only do I love it but everyone in the house seems to love it, even the kids. With so many different K-Cups to choose from, there is something for everyone to love. I recently heard about CoffeeKing.com, which is one of the country’s leading providers of Keurig single cup coffee makers

Try Zoya Nail Polish For Free

2012-01-04T11:11:00.000-05:00

I've been a nail biter for as long as I can remember so it's hard to keep my nails looking nice but my step daughter and niece just love having their nails polished so I was excited when I heard about the deal Zoya had going on. Zoya wants everybody to have the chance to try out their nail polish so from now until January 9th they are offering two free nail polishes when you use the code ZOYA2012

Get Your 2012 Entertainment Book

2012-01-04T10:13:00.000-05:00

This is the third year that I've received an Entertainment Book and this week only you can get your 2012 Entertainment® Book for just $20.12 with free shipping. Plus, Renewal Members will also get an additional 10% discount. With over 145 local books available, the Entertainment Book puts you in chart of where and when you save. You can use coupons found in your book to save big while shopping,

How Do You Eat Your Spaghetti

2012-01-04T09:56:00.000-05:00

I found out that today, January 4th, is National Spaghetti Day. Both young and old enjoy spaghetti and it's one of those meals that you can personalize and make your own. For instance, I like to add two slices of Kraft or Borden Cheese to my spaghetti and then top that with some Prego Sauce (Heart Smart Traditional or Italian Sausage & Garlic) and then add some garlic salt on top. I like to serve

2012 Gemini Horoscope

2012-01-02T06:45:00.001-05:00

I'm a Gemini so I thought I'd share this fun 2012 Gemini horoscope with all my fellow Geminis that I found on Yahoo. Click here for all the other signs and see what 2012 might have in store for you as well. Year 2012 Overview Another year of sweeping changes are in store, Gemini. If you thought last year was a whirlwind, hold the line. With an encore round of eclipse patterns hitting your

A Powerful Message From Ben Breedlove

2011-12-29T05:07:00.000-05:00

Purex UltraPacks Review and Giveaway

2011-12-28T10:29:00.000-05:00

I recently reviewed Purex Triple Action Laundry Detergent on my blog and now I want to tell you about yet another innovative new laundry product from Purex. Purex UltraPacks are convenient pre-dosed liquid laundry detergent packs that make doing laundry easier than ever, and I like easy, especially when it comes to doing laundry. With Purex UltraPacks, I don't have to deal with heavy jugs full of

Wordless Wednesday - Home

2011-12-28T05:53:00.000-05:00

Review of Swingline SmartTouch Stapler and Swingline Premium Chisel Point Staples

2011-12-28T05:23:00.006-05:00

I have always love office supplies since I was a little girl so I was very excited when Shoplet.com gave me the opportunity to review a Swingline SmartTouch Stapler with Swingline Premium Chisel Point Staples. I love the ergonomic design of the Swingline SmartTouch Stapler along with the soft-touch accents, which make it extremely comfortable to use for longer periods of time. These features are

Purex Triple Action Laundry Detergent Review and Giveaway

2011-12-27T06:37:00.000-05:00

About the Latest Purex Product Purex, the laundry brand that consumers have known and trusted for nearly 88 years to provide the most value for the money, has just added a new Triple Action laundry detergent to their liquid detergent line. This new and improved Triple Action formula delivers even better on Purex’s promise to leave your clothes bright, white, and clean for half the price of the

2012 Walt Disney Pictures Movie Releases

2011-12-24T05:48:00.000-05:00

January 13: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 3D, also in Disney Digital 3Dhttp://media-file.net/disney/beautybeast-3d/ February 17: THE SECRET WORLD OF ARRIETTY http://media-file.net/disney/arrietty/ March 9: JOHN CARTER, also in Disney Digital 3D and IMAX 3D http://media-file.net/1/johncarter/ April 20 (Earth Day): CHIMPANZEE (Disneynature) http://media-file.net/disney/chimpanzee/ May 4: MARVEL’S THE

Happy Haiku Day

2011-12-22T15:49:00.000-05:00

It is Haiku dayWhy don't you give it a tryExpress with your words Christmas Day is nearLet us be thankful for HimBecause He was born My hands are freezingWinter is finally hereBlankets on my chair Sometimes I get sadAt the things you do not doBut I still love you Looking at the starsSome memories never dieOf both you and I You are my childAnd I will always love youSo proud you make me You

Television Shows Coming in 2012

2011-12-22T10:04:00.000-05:00

The year 2012 will be bringing us some good television shows that I think you all will enjoy. 20th Century Fox Television will be premiering several brand new series in early 2012. Starting Thursday, January 12th, Fox will premiere The Finder at 9/8 c. Alcatraz will kick off Monday, January 16th with a 2-hour series premiere at 8/7 c. On Wednesday, January 25th, you can check out an early preview

Review of Packing Cubes From eBags

2011-12-19T07:31:00.000-05:00

About eBags eBags is the world's largest online retailer of bags and accessories for all lifestyles. eBags carries a complete line of premium and popular brands, including Samsonite, JanSport, The North Face and Eagle Creek. From backpacks and carry-ons to computer cases and handbags to wallets and travel accessories, including packing cubes, eBags combines the best selection of products with

Tub Plug Special This Friday

2011-12-14T12:55:00.002-05:00

The Tub Plug is a cool little product that helps you to get a soothing deep-water bath experience right in the comfort of your own home. With the Tub Plug, you'll be able to finally lie down in the bath and enjoy the rejuvenating feeling of a warm deep-water bath after a long day. Features: Tub Plug is easy to use! Attractive, small and durable! Can travel with you anywhere! Saves on

Eyedews Sale Today Only

2011-12-14T06:06:00.000-05:00

If you're like most people, you're a procrastinator and you still have some Christmas shopping left to do. Everyone also has the one female on their shopping list that you just can't never seem to find the perfect gift for. Eyedews has your solution. Eyedews are made to go underneath the eyes and contain replenishing and re-plumping ingredients that help improve circulation and stimulate

What's On My Bucket List

2011-12-13T16:31:00.000-05:00

I recently saw a Bucket List on JoeShopping.com and it inspired me to create a Bucket List of my own (that and the fact they are offering a Kindle Fire to the blogger with the most creative Bucket List). Below are only some of the things I want to do before I "kick the bucket" as my dad would say. Rent a Room in a Movie Theater - I want to rent a room in a movie theater for 24 hours straight

Deal on ALL-ETT Wallets and Accessories Through Bloomspot

2011-12-12T15:38:00.000-05:00

A while back I reviewed a wallet from ALL-ETT on my blog and you can check out that review here: http://preciselymine.blogspot.com/2011/11/all-ett-wallet-review.html. Anyway, I really love my wallet and I know you would love one too so that's why I wanted to tell you about a deal that's going on right now over at Bloomspot. You can purchase $40 worth of ALL-ETT merchandise for only $20 or $80

Made in Washington Hand Blown Glass Ornament Review

2011-12-12T06:57:00.000-05:00

About Made In Washington Stores The first Made in Washington store was opened in 1984 by Gillian and Jack Mathews in Seattle, Washington. That store brought an entirely new concept to the area with a wide variety of quality products, all made in Washington state by local artists, crafts people and small businesses. Today, Made In Washington has five stores and remains thoroughly dedicated to the

12 Days of Deals & Prizes with Redbox

2011-12-11T16:39:00.000-05:00

Starting Tuesday December 13th, you can text FUN to 727272 daily and receive $0.25 to $1.00 off a Redbox rental during their 12 Days of Deals & Prizes. You'll also be entered to win a new holiday gift each day. Some of these prizes include a PS2, Nintendo Wii, XBOX 360, $250, $500, or $600 valuable gift cards, Sony Cybershot Digital Camera, 3D Blu-ray Disc Player, NOOK by Barnes & Noble, and much

Win a Free 1 Year Subscription to Better Homes and Gardens Magazine

2011-12-08T05:43:00.000-05:00

As a Purex Insider, I get to tell all my readers that this holiday season Purex along with Better Homes and Gardens are partnering together to give away 20,000 free 1 year subscriptions to Better Homes and Gardens Magazine. You can enter to win now through December 20th at www.purex.com/bhg.

Review of Old Orchard Cranberry Naturals and Very Cherre Juices

2011-12-06T07:50:00.000-05:00

About Old Orchard Brands Old Orchard was founded by Mark Saur and began as a modest family-owned farming operation over 25 years ago in Michigan and has since grown to offer over 100 different products available at stores across the nation and around the globe. Old Orchard is still located in the middle of an old apple orchard and remains a family-owned company to this day, committed to product

The One YouTube Video I'll Never Get Tired of Watching

2011-12-05T12:02:00.000-05:00

I was just browsing one of my favorite blogs today, Spa Week Daily, when I found a post called 10 Hysterical Dancing YouTube Videos...Das Cardio! Nine of the 10 videos I had never seen before until I got to the very last one, Evolution of Dance by Judson Laipply. I had seen this video before and it's the one YouTube video that I could watch over and over again. If you haven't seen it before check

Phix Natural Energy Drink Mix Review and Giveaway

2011-12-05T05:29:00.000-05:00

About Phix Phix is a company dedicated to the idea that: We can all live healthier and more energized lives. Phix was started up in the Pacific Northwest, where the winters are long and grey and you sometimes found yourself in need of a little pick me up on a dreary day, an immune boost to stave off a cold, or a calming sleep aid to send you off on a great nights sleep. Phix likes to look to

Wordless Wednesday: O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree

2011-11-30T07:19:00.000-05:00

New to FOX - I Hate My Teenage Daughter

2011-11-22T09:22:00.001-05:00

I Hate My Teenage Daughter is a new series premiering on FOX starting Wednesday November 30th at 9:30 p.m. EST. I Hate my Teenage Daughter is a multi-camera family comedy starring Jaime Pressly and Katie Finneran as single moms, best friends, and former nerds who fear their privileged and overly indulged daughters are turning out just like the mean girls who picked on them in high school. Annie (

Great Black Friday Specials From Small Businesses

2011-11-21T09:36:00.000-05:00

Living My MoMent is all about supporting businesses and blogs one MoM and DaD at a time. That's why they put together the Holiday Gift Extravaganza 2011 Gift Buying Guide to support small businesses this holiday season. You can check out the guide or you can find some of the best deals below. Cutie Pa Tutus: Cutie's Seven Days of Savings...and Giveaways! Their blog readers can also get FREE

The Swiss Colony Holiday Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes Review and Giveaway

2011-11-19T07:03:00.003-05:00

About Swiss Colony Tucked in the hills of beautiful Monroe, Wisconsin, The Swiss Colony began in the entrepreneurial spirit of a young Ray Kubly. As a student at the University of Wisconsin, Ray wrote an advertising campaign that detailed a business that sold cheese by mail and after graduating he took that class project and began to mold it into reality from the basement of his own home. In

Disney's "The Muppets" Road Trip Game

2011-11-17T04:45:00.000-05:00

Are we there yet? How much longer? When are we going to get there? Do these questions sound familiar? Well those questions can only mean one thing....road trip (with kids). And Kermit knows road trips! In the upcoming film Disney’s “The Muppets,” Kermit joins Walter (Walter), Gary (Jason Segel), Mary (Amy Adams) and eventually the entire Muppet gang in the car for a road trip of their own as they

Pictures on Gold Locket Review and Giveaway

2011-11-17T00:01:00.002-05:00

About Pictures on Gold Pictures on Gold makes exclusive award winning photo lockets and locket jewelry. If you already own a locket, they can size down any photo and either add a paper photo or permanently laser the photo inside, or you can design your own locket. Either way, it's a simple and easy to follow process. You can have your locket engraved up to 100 characters and have it shipped in 1

Dial NutriSkin 400 Bottle Giveaway Sweepstakes

2011-11-15T12:32:00.000-05:00

Go Beyond Just Moisture – Get your daily dose of healthy skin nutrition with Dial® NutriSkin Lotion. The unique BioNutrient Complex replenishes your skin with a fast-absorbing blend of vitamins, minerals and nutrients that lasts for 48 hours and leaves skin feeling hydrated and never greasy. For your chance to win a free bottle of Ultra Hydrating for Men, Dry Skin with True Aloe or Extra Dry Skin

Cobra Corn Review

2011-11-15T07:25:00.000-05:00

How Cobra Corn Came to Life The Cobra Corn recipe was invented by Dr. Teju Shah in Lexington, Massachusetts. Teju is a dedicated doctor, mother of four, and extraordinary cook! She was born and raised in India and moved to the United States in 1964. Today, the Cobra Corn – Mumbai Masala recipe is the foundation for Dishoom Foods, a company founded by her son, Mihir Shah. Growing up, Mihir was (

Pfister Faucet Elevate EXT Review

2011-11-15T05:27:00.001-05:00

About Pfister Price Pfister was founded by Emil Price and William Pfister in 1910 and produced the garden faucet as its first pluming product and in 1920 expanded its product line to include a variety of plumbing fixtures such as bathroom and kitchen faucets, valves, and hose nozzles. In the 1940s, in an effort to support WWII, Price Pfister produced aircraft fittings and hand grenade shells and

Save Big When Shopping With zuuzs

2011-11-14T06:00:00.000-05:00

What is zuuzs and How Does it Work? zuuzs is the place where friends meet to shop, share and earn together. zuuzs makes it easy to shop with all your favorite online stores, such as Walmart, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Chadwicks, JCPenney, and many, many more! Shopping through zuuzs.com is easy, you can earn money from your purchases without having to leave the zuuzs website. A friend or family member that

ALL-ETT Wallet Review

2011-11-11T06:47:00.002-05:00

About ALL-ETT ALL-ETT Billfolds is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1995 and has continued to grow through a word of mouth, grass-roots type of marketing. ALL-ETT Billfolds is committed to bringing jobs and prosperity back to the United States by manufacturing their products right here in the U.S.A. By doing this, they are not only doing their part by providing good jobs to

Win Deepak Chopra’s Ultimate Relaxation Gaming Package and Xbox 360 + Kinect

2011-11-09T06:49:00.003-05:00

Every fall, we get bombarded with commercials and advertisements that thrust us full steam ahead into the holiday season. We get pushed from every which direction with the pressure to over indulge and we seem to never stop shopping and eating and we are always on the go. Our minds, bodies, and wallets take a serious beating during the holiday season. In order to relieve the stress that we feel

Pink Moment Review

2011-11-09T05:49:00.000-05:00

What is Pink Moment Pink Moment was started by cousins who grew up in the small town of Ojai, California where they experience the "Pink Moment", which occurs at sunset when the fading sunlight creates a vibrant shade of pink over the Topa Topa Bluffs for several minutes. Ojai is one of the few towns in the world to have a Pink Moment. To the cousins, Pink Moment means taking the time to stop,

diViene Jewelry Review and Giveaway

2011-11-09T05:17:00.001-05:00

About diViene Jewelry diViene is an online fine jewelry superstore located in Los Angeles where they make everything from scratch. They offer rings, pendants, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. Their straightforward and uncomplicated operation allows them to manage competitive low pricing because of lower overhead. They have a powerhouse of ingenious local artisans who continuously develop

Help Support Friends of Maddie

2011-11-07T07:03:00.000-05:00

Recently I made a $0.99 purchase to raise money for a very worthy cause. I purchased a song on iTunes called "You Are The One" by Mike and Heather Spohr and the money raised will be used to help support NICU families in their daughter Maddie’s honor. Maddie would be celebrating her 4th birthday on November 11, 2011 but instead it will be the third birthday they've spent without her. Also in

Have You Tried Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods

2011-11-01T09:58:00.000-04:00

Over a month ago I won a blog giveaway for some free product coupons for Michael Angelo's Goumet Foods. Each Michael Angelo's gourmet Italian entree, appetizer, or sauce is handcrafted from authentic Italian recipes, using only natural, wholesome ingredients found in a genuine Italian kitchen. Unlike many frozen-food companies, Michael Angelo's has no warehouse. They cook their meals from scratch

Moonpig.com Online Greeting Card Shop Review

2011-10-31T14:11:00.001-04:00

Moonpig.com was launched in 2000 and has been striving to improve the selection of cards they offer ever since. Moonpig.com offers a totally new concept in buying greeting cards. You can order most of the best selling greeting card designs you see in the shops, but Moonpig.com allows you to personalize the caption to create a completely unique card. They produce all cards for American recipients

Kermit the Frog Day of the Dead Coloring Sheet

2011-10-31T08:46:00.001-04:00

El Dia de los Muertos (the Day of the Dead), a Mexican celebration, is a day to celebrate, remember and prepare special foods in honor of those who have departed. On this day in Mexico, the streets near the cemeteries are filled with decorations of papel picado , flowers, candy calaveras (skeletons and skulls), and parades. It is believed that the spirit of the dead visit their families on

Carmex Lotion Review and Giveaway

2011-10-31T05:54:00.000-04:00

For nearly 75 years people have come to know and love the healing power of Carmex® lip balms. Finally, Carmex® Skin Care is here with a new solution to heal, soothe and moisturize your dry skin with the addition of Carmex® Healing Lotion and Carmex® Healing Cream. The suggested retail price for a full size tube is $5.99 and the suggested retail price for a travel sized tube is $0.99. Carmex®

25 Silver Site Review

2011-10-25T06:42:00.000-04:00

About 25 Silver 25 Silver was created to provide fashionable and unique jewelry and accessories at a great price. Located in upstate New York, 25 Silver currently has three store locations in Colonie, Rotterdam and Guilderland. Each location is conveniently found in a mall for your shopping pleasure and are found in Colonie Center, Crossgates Mall and Rotterdam Square Mall. The new 25 Silver

The Place To Go To Enter and Submit Low Entry Giveaways

2011-10-24T08:02:00.000-04:00

About a month ago I found a site called Tightwad in Utah. This site was founded by Audrey, a stay at home mom of two kids. Tightwad in Utah is the place to go to find and enter low entry giveaways. Bloggers can also submit their low entry giveaways for others to find. I have found a lot of great new blogs and have also found tons of low entry giveaways to enter since finding Tightwad in Utah. I

Patrick Swayze’s Widow Unveils His Madame Tussauds Wax Figure

2011-10-21T08:40:00.000-04:00

The Friends of Planned Parenthood 41st Annual Book Fair (Ohio)

2011-10-21T07:20:00.002-04:00

From Friday, November 11th to Sunday, November 13th, The Friends of Planned Parenthood will host their 41st annual book fair, which will be located at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds Coliseum, 1043 S. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45409. The book fair will be open Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (admission $10 at 10 a.m., $5 at 5 p.m.), Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (free admission), and Sunday 10 a.m.

ABC Family's Christmas and Holiday Movie Schedule

2011-10-20T09:07:00.000-04:00

One of my favorite things about the holiday season besides quality family time and good food is holiday movies. ABC Family is one television station that really plays a lot of movies during the holidays that my family and I really enjoy watching together. Every year, ABC Family hosts the Countdown to 25 Days of Christmas (from November 20-30) and the 25 Days of Christmas (from December 1-25)

Hail Merry Gluten Free Vegan Macaroons Review

2011-10-19T11:24:00.002-04:00

About Hail Merry Hail Merry products were designed by Susan O'Brien, a Raw Food chef, whose passion is to bring awareness to the powerful benefits of healthy raw oils. It has been widely known for years that when you over cook your vegetables, precious vitamins and minerals are lost in the process, as well as living enzymes, which are needed to properly digest and absorb those vital vitamins

Allen Gregory Review

2011-10-19T09:35:00.001-04:00

About the Show ALLEN GREGORY is a new animated series that tells the story of one of the most pretentious 7-year-olds of our time. When he looks in the mirror, Allen Gregory De Longpre doesn't see a child. He sees a young man who is intelligent, sophisticated, worldly, artistic and romantic - characteristics he inherited from his doting father, Richard. The pair share an extraordinary father-son

Share Your Spa Story and Win

2011-10-19T07:24:00.001-04:00

Did you have an unforgettable spa day during National Spa Week Fall 2011 and want to talk about it, then Spa Week wants to hear all about by having a contest. They want you to tell them about one of your Spa Week experiences. Photos and videos are encouraged, but not mandatory. Your story can be as short as two lines with a photo, or as long as 400 words describing your decadent spa day in full

Spa Week $50 Deals Extended Nationwide

2011-10-17T16:03:00.000-04:00

As a Hot Mom Spa Squad member I get to bring my readers exciting news like that fact that Spa Week has been extended and those $50 treatments are still available so kick you legs up and do the Spa Cha Cha. As you may know, Spa Week was ttechnically October 10-16, but if you forgot to book or just couldn't fit a trip to the spa in your schedule or you'd just love to have an additional $50 spa

Have You Visited Chic Galleria Magazine Online

2011-10-17T10:32:00.000-04:00

Chic Galleria is an online Fashion and Lifestyle magazine. It’s your premier, social destination for all things chic. At Chic Galleria, you'll enjoy articles on Arts & Entertainment, Body & Mind, Home & Family, and Style & Beauty. You'll also find Style Videos as well. Chic Galleria will keep you up to date on the newest fashion trends. Chic Galleria also runs a lot of chic giveaways every month

Halloween Spooktacular V8 Fusion Giveaway

2011-10-16T07:32:00.000-04:00

Julie over at Momspective is having an awesome Spooktacular Giveaway for Halloween. She is giving away a V8 Fusion prize pack which includes a 6 pack of V8 V-Fusion Concord Grape Raspberry 8 ounce cans, a green lunch tote, reusable Velcro bags, branded cards for moms to include notes for their children to read at lunch, branded grocery list notepads, a $25 Wal-Mart gift card, a coupon for one

Golden Corral's Chocolate Wonderfall is Wonderful

2011-10-16T07:15:00.000-04:00

These are the goodies my son came back with from the Chocolate Wonderfall at Golden Corral yesterday. He brought back a rice krispie treat on a stick covered in chocolate and a chocolate chip cookie. He also brought back a bowl of chocolate to dip the cookie in, which he finished off with a spoon afterwards, which you can't really tell from the picture but above the bowl is a spoonful of the

Tub Plug Giveaway

2011-10-15T08:20:00.002-04:00

Story of Tub Plug The inspiration for Tub Plug came about as most ideas do- attempting to provide a solution to a common problem. Anyone who's ever taken a bath in a normal tub will tell you; it's almost impossible to achieve the 'perfect bath', the near-subliminal deep water experience we see in commercials, but never enjoy ourselves. Too often, the overflow drain prevents one from being

Movie Review: The 5th Quarter

2011-10-14T08:15:00.000-04:00

Driven by the tragic and fatal car crash that took the life of his 15-year-old little brother Luke, and wearing Luke's number 5 jersey, "The 5th Quarter" is the story about Jon Abbate who helps to lead the Wake Forest Demon Deacons to their most successful season in school history."The 5th Quarter" stars Andie MacDowell, Aidan Quinn, and Ryan Merriman as Jon Abbate. "The 5th Quarter" is a

Real Moms Love to Eat

2011-10-14T06:10:00.001-04:00

If you're a Real Mom like me then you probably love to eat. You probably enjoy a night out without the kids at a nice restaurant or a movie and an extra large soda and popcorn with extra salt and extra butter or you probably just enjoy the simple pleasure of driving around in a car listening to music while enjoying a strawberry milkshake. And if you're like me, you probably feel guilt and

Southern Magnolia Minerals Makeup Review

2011-10-14T05:02:00.001-04:00

Southern Magnolia Minerals (SMM) is a family owned and operated mineral makeup company that started in 2001. SMM got it's name from the creator Barbara's love of the South and her love for the beautiful Magnolia Tree. SMM is proud that they are able to give you the chance to bring out your natural bare skin beauty without the high price tag of the national brands and fancy boutique labels. At SMM

30% Off Eastland Shoes

2011-10-13T13:36:00.000-04:00

I love Eastland Shoes. In fact, I have three pair of them. I would have more but they are of such good quality and last such as long time. If you haven't wore a pair of Eastland Shoes then you don't know what you're missing. They are very stylish and comfortable. If you shop at EastlandShoe.com from now until October 30th and use coupon code RETROREVIVAL9 you'll receive 30% off your order. This

Review Opportunity from Nutralenda

2011-10-13T10:59:00.003-04:00

I'm currently running a giveaway on my blog for two 30 count bottles (two winners) of Calendula Skin and Body Supplements from Nutralenda. I have now been contacted by Nutralenda to offer my blog readers the opportunity to try their Calendula Immune Booster for free, which is a 100% natural daily immune booster to help strengthen you body's first line of defense. In exchange, all you have to do

Shows Coming to FOX in 2012

2011-10-10T09:41:00.004-04:00

As a FOX VIP, the first previews I'd like to share with are for Touch and Alcatraz, which will be airing in 2012. These look like absolutely amazing new shows and I'll definitely be tuning in. You can check out the previews below and let me know what you think about them and if you'll be watching. I was given a free product, sample, or preview because I'm a Klout influencer. I was under no

Spike Your Juice Review and Giveaway

2011-10-10T07:57:00.004-04:00

Sponsored by Tomoson.com Spike Your Juice was developed by a group of Europeans who were living in California. Having grown up near wine producing regions, they particularly craved a seasonal drink called “Federweißer”, which was only available during harvest time. Long distance transportation was impossible due to the ongoing fermentation inside each bottle so Spike Your Juice was born. With

Calendula Skin and Body Supplements Review and Giveaway

2011-10-10T07:33:00.002-04:00

About Nutralenda Nutralenda Nutraceuticals is a natural personal care products company focused on developing products to meet the demand placed on our bodies by today’s modern lifestyle. Born out of more than a decade of scientific research and 100% natural plant-based initiatives, each of Nutralenda's Nutraceuticals products is a result of collaboration by scientists, doctors, beauty

Spa Week Monthly Giveaways

2011-10-10T06:53:00.000-04:00

Spa Week offers monthly giveaways and currently has 12 monthly giveaways going on in October where you can win things such as: Alterna’s Bamboo UV+ Color Protection Deep Hydration Rehab Masque. Aromafloria Stress Less Collection. Exceptional For The Home Candle Set. ghd New Wave Limited Edition. Immunocologie’s Treatment Crème VenoMAX. Klix Makeup Brushes With Replaceable Brush Heads. Nefeli

Spa Etiquette

2011-10-10T06:32:00.001-04:00

Today kicks off the first day of Spa Week where you can book spa treatments for only $50 and if you're like me you really haven't got the chance to visit a spa before so you'll need to know a little spa etiquette before booking your first treatment. I found some great tips on spa etiquette at spaweek.com and thought I'd share them with you. Book in advance. Most spas don't accept walk-ins. Book

Boresha Fat Burning Coffee Review and Giveaway

2011-10-10T00:01:00.218-04:00

About Boresha Products Boresha BSkinny Coffee is the only energy and fat burning coffee in the world and is made using “State-of-the-Art” infrared roasting technology. Boresha uses only 100% pure organic, fair traded AA Arabica beans handpicked at their prime from the original African soil that assures you're getting the very best crop to cup experience available. The Fair Trade Certified label

Sweepstakes and Giveaways at Spa Week

2011-10-06T10:54:00.000-04:00

Currently Spaweek.com has several different giveaways/sweestakes going on for a chance at winning some great prizes. Enter to win the Carefree Sweepstakes for a chance to win $1000 to get away and refresh. This includes $250 to fly on Jet Blue Airways to a refreshing destination of your choice, $250 American Express card to cover your stay and any incidentals, $250 to splurge on new luggage from

Jamba All Natural Smoothies Review and Giveaway

2011-10-05T04:58:00.000-04:00

Jamba® All Natural Smoothies are simple, healthy, all natural, and delicious and can now be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home. All you do is just add juice and blend and you can be enjoying one of four great smoothie flavors, including Strawberries Wild, Razzmatazz, Mango-a-go-go, and Caribbean Passion. Jamba® All Natural Smoothies have been featured in the Every Day with Rachael Ray

Calypso Studios Shag Bag Review and Giveaway

2011-10-05T04:48:00.000-04:00

Earlier this year I told you about a great company called Calypso Studios and I was fortunate enough to be able to review a Pink/Green Floral Wrap Bracelet from their It's A Wrap Collection. Just to refresh your memory, Calypso Studios makes inexpensive jewelry and accessories for women both young and old, which are created from the earth's natural elements such as clay, shell, and glass, as well

Wordless Wednesday: Chucky's Sister

2011-10-05T00:01:00.002-04:00

Spa Week - Not Just For Women

2011-10-04T09:46:00.000-04:00

Spa Week starts October 10th and though October 16th you'll be able to pay only $50 a piece for top spa services (services that normally run $75 to $500 each). But contrary to what you might believe, spas aren't just a place for women to go and relax and get pampered. When it comes to Spa Week, there’s something for every man, woman, and even child. So if you can't make a spa date with your

I'll Be A FOX VIP For The 2011-2012 TV Season

2011-10-04T05:22:00.001-04:00

As one of Klout’s most active members, I've been selected to be a FOX VIP for the 2011-2012 TV season. As a FOX VIP, I'll have access to new FOX shows and I'll receive one-of-a-kind FOX VIP merchandise and the best part of all is, I'll have access to exclusive content to share with my blog readers and Twitter followers. I'm very thankful for this opportunity and I can't wait to see what FOX has

Bath & Body Works 2011 Spook-tacular Bag

2011-10-03T06:54:00.000-04:00

I visited Bath & Body Works this weekend with the intent to purchase a couple of bottles of PocketBac Sanitizing Hand Gel and I ended up leaving with five bottles in addition to their exclusive 2011 Spook-tacular bag. This is a black gingham tote featuring some of their most frightening finds, including an Anti-Bacterial Gentle Foaming Hand Soap in Sour Drop (8.75 oz.), a Mini Body Lotion in