Monthly Archives: June 2010

Win it: 6.30.10 Twilight Saga T-Shirt giveaway!

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Contest ended July 10th. See winners below.

6-30 Eclipse Twilight Saga shirt giveaway

The Eclipse movie hits theaters on June 30 and to celebrate, CaféPress, home of the official fan-designed Twilight merchandise, is giving 5 lucky fans (AKA TheMommyInsider.com readers), a Long Sleeved Shirt with Edward’s Silhouette. The winners get to choose a size.

Can’t wait to see if you are one of 5 lucky readers who win a Twilight Saga shirt?
In addition, Twilight fans can select from over 926,000 Twilight-inspired products currently available on CafePress, or you can channel your passion for the Twilight series into creating a design of your own. How fun!

* To enter to win this Twilight Saga ‘6.30.10’ long sleeve t-shirt:

MANDATORY:
Tell us in the comments below what your favorite book in the Twilight series is.
Entries accepted through July 10th, 2010. Five winners will be chosen at random.

OPTIONAL/ADDITIONAL ENTRIES:
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Leaving a comment is mandatory but here are 3 more ways to earn entries.

– 1 extra entry: Follow us on Twitter (@mommyinsider)

– 2 extra entries: Subscribe to our email newsletterand/or our RSS feed with the email address you comment with

– 4 extra entries: Put our button on your blog. The button is in the right column.. over there >>Let me know you put our button on your blog (give us the URL) in your entry comment.
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After you enter to win below, Click here to go to CafePress.com’s Twilight website to browse their complete selection of Twilight merchandise.

And the winners are..

Audrey S., Elizabeth P., Ashley R., Andi L, and Sara B.

Jiffy Lube “Keeping My Ride Alive” and a $35 gift card giveaway

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Contest ends July 5th

You are a smart mom.. I just know it! Something that most smart moms do is save money and spend wisely.  One way to save money is to keep your ride alive for 150,000.. even 250,000 miles.  The best way to do that is to keep your car maintained.  Ok, so I haven’t kept a car older 60,000 miles in the 20 years I’ve been a car owner but believe you me.. I’ve learned my lesson and I’d love to try!

A 2010 Jiffy Lube International survey reveals drivers hope to keep vehicles longer and want help from maintenance providers to reach mileage goals.  My local Jiffy Lube guys (and gals!) know that I want them to check EVERYTHING when I come in.  No kidding.  I am a believer in maximizing my time and when I’m waiting in the car shop’s waiting room I want to know that everything possible is getting checked on my car to ensure that it is safe and running efficiently and smoothly.  I feel confident that when I leave Jiffy Lube, my car is in tip top condition and I appreciate the service managers communicate very well with me when/if there is an issue.

Did you know that the Jiffy Lube Signature Service® Oil Change, one that my Nissan Quest has gotten for its last 3 oil changes, is more than just an oil change?   It is a preventive maintenance program that includes changing, inspecting, checking/filling and cleaning key vehicle parts and fluids, offering drivers a quick and convenient way to maintain their vehicle’s value and longevity.  What is absolutely fabulous is that my car is in and out of Jiffy Lube in 30 minutes or less. Really.  I’m not just saying that. My husband took my car to Jiffy Lube just two weeks ago, before my trip to Florida, and I was surprised when he called me barely 1/2 hour after he left the house to tell me the car was done.  Way to go Jiffy Lube!

Here are some interesting facts:

  • While 99% of drivers agree getting their oil changed regularly will help prolong its life, most are looking for additional services during their oil change visits to help keep their ride alive
  • More than half of U.S. drivers hope to hit more than 150,000 miles on their vehicle before replacing it.
  • Nine in 10 people agree having other key vehicle parts and fluids checked during their regular oil change is the most convenient way for them to maintain their vehicle’s value and longevity
  • More than half of U.S. drivers (59%) agree it is important to have their oil change finished in 30 minutes or less

Here are a few things you can do to help keep your ride alive:

  • Join other drivers in celebrating high mileage accomplishments and share your story by uploading an image of yourself/your vehicle and information in the appropriate mileage category on the “Share Your Story” tab at www.Facebook.com/KeepingMyRideAlive.  My ‘big red car’ as Madelyn calls it is young at a mere 46,000 miles.  My story may be live on the Keeping My Ride Alive Facebook page now.. not sure how long it takes to go up after you submit.
  • Watch the video below profiling a driver who has been able to keep his vehicle for 17+ years and has clocked over 400,000 miles; includes vehicle maintenance statistics and tips.

GIVEAWAY!

Jiffy Lube is giving two lucky readers a $35 Jiffy Lube Gift Card! The gift card can be redeemed towards the popular Jiffy Lube Signature Service® Oil Change or other services offered at more than 2,000 Jiffy Lube service centers throughout the country.

How to enter:

MANDATORY: ‘Like’ the “Keeping My Ride Alive” Facebook page then come back here and tell us in the comments below us what milage category you fit into so we can see your story.  Don’t be shy!
Entries accepted through July 5th, 2010.  Two winners will be chosen at random.
OPTIONAL: [tippy title=”Earn extra entries!- hover here to learn how” reference=”#” header=”on”]
Joining the Facebook page and leaving a comment is mandatory but here are 3 more ways to earn entries.

  • – Follow us on Twitter (@mommyinsider)
  • – Subscribe to our email newsletterand/or our RSS feed with the email address you comment with
  • – Put our button on your blog. The button is in the right column.. over there >>Let me know you put our button on your blog (give us the URL) in your entry comment.

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Disclosure:  I did not receive financial compensation for this feature.  The Jiffy Lube gift cards, as well as some of the information provided in this post (stats) was provided to The Mommy Insider by Jiffy Lube.

Mia Bossi baby diaper bags for $145 on Gilt! Grab an invite link here..

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Mia Bossi diaper bag sale at Gilt

“Diddly Darn!”.. as my mom would say.
I featured a Mia Bossi diaper bag earlier today and would you believe that Mia Bossi diaper bags are on sale at Gilt, one of my favorite online sample sale websites, now?
So, I guess you can temporarily ignore the $300 and over in my ‘3 designer diaper bags over $300‘ post when it comes to Mia Bossi.. for a day at least, while the Mia Bossi sale is on at Gilt.    As you may have seen in my 3 designer diaper bags over $300 post, Mia Bossi diaper bags are usually $300-$1000+. The Mia Bossi sale at Gilt is too good to pass up mom’s! Treat yourself to a great diaper bag for less than 1/2 the regular price.

Not a member of Gilt? Here is an invite link you can use to join free now.

Let me know if you’re able to get one.. they are selling out fast!an

Enjoy!

3 designer diaper bags over $300

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Whether you want to treat yourself to a designer diaper bag (you deserve one!) or you want to add to your collection, you’ll find these three designer diaper bags to be well worth the money.

Kate Spade Nylon Stevie Baby Bag – $425

Kate Spade Nylon Stevie Baby Bag - $425

This Kate Spade sporty-chic nylon baby bag is ideal for moms on the go.  Featuring a waterproof lining and changing pad, side pockets for toting bottles, and a roomy interior for mom’s magazines or fresh clothes for after the sandbox, you’ll have access to everything you need.

  • lightweight durable nylon with vachetta cowhide trim
  • short shoulder tote with zipper closure
  • 2 exterior pockets; interior double slide pockets and zip pocket
  • solid waterproof nassimi lining
  • ksny blind embossed signature on trim leather license plate
  • 7.8″ drop length
  • 14″h x 5.1″w x 11.7″d

Where to buy: Kate Spade

Mia Bossi ‘Reese’ Messenger Diaper Bag – $365

Mia Bossi 'Reese' Messenger Diaper Bag - $365

A convertible tote fashioned with a cute polka dot print features adjustable straps that snap on and off for use as a shoulder or stroller bag. The roomy interior is large enough for a laptop, providing all-purpose versatility, and a waterproof polyester changing pad reverses to soft fleece.

  • Magnetic flap closure
  • Exterior magnetic-flap pockets
  • Interior zip, wall and cell phone pockets; key clip
  • Main compartment zips out
  • Approx. dimensions of changing pad: 16″ W x 28″ L
  • Waterproof polyester lining
  • Polyester/laminated cotton canvas

Where to buy: Nordstrom

Ramalama Ava Caramel Diaper Bag -$365

Ramalama Ava Caramel Diaper Bag - $365

The Ramalama Ava Caramel diaper bag is modern and stylish yet ultimately practical and easy to use. This bag is functional luxury and each bag is handmade with care using superior quality fabrics and leather. Imported from Australia.

  • 6 internal pockets including 1 with zip closure, four external pockets (2 on the front, 2 on the back) with magnetic closures
  • 1 pacifier/key clip
  • Adjustable straps
  • 1 Machine washable changing pad
  • Several internal pockets including a zippered pocket for your valuables and a key clip.
  • Made from ultra soft leather
  • Available in chocolate or caramel

Where to buy: Bliss Living

I hope you enjoy these designer diaper bags as much as I think I would enjoy them… even if it’s just to look at them through the shiny screen of my MacBook.. hmm.. maybe I should sell my MacBook.. and get another Mia Bossi diaper bag?   Oh shucks.. another moment of ‘crazy mom’ just came over me.

Six Flags White Water Hosts Annual Duck Derby Today Guests adopt rubber ducks benefitting Special Olympics Georgia athletes

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With a $5 donation at atlantaduckderby.com, one racing duck will be adopted in someone’s name and entered into the race. Chances to win are increased with a $25 donation, in which the donor receives five duck adoptions and an adorable souvenir duck. You do not have to be present to win.

The adoptee of the first duck to cross the finish line will receive a three-night stay at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and two airline tickets. Second place will receive one free year of Comcast’s HD Preferred Plus XF Triple Play package donated by Allconnect and Comcast. Third place receives a $250 Kauffman Tire gift card, fourth place receives a Nikon Cool Pix Digital Camera from Showtime Photo and Video and fifth place receives a Verizon Wireless env3 phone by LG.

If the winning duck has a pre-selected number, the adoptee could win a Lake Arrowhead home valued at $225,000, two Honda Accords from Milton Martin Honda or a home theater system valued at $50,000, courtesy of EMC Security.

The park opens at 10:00 a.m. and the Atlanta Duck Derby begins at 2:00 p.m. Visit atlantaduckderby.com today to adopt your duck online now.

For more information on Six Flags White Water, please visit sixflags.com/whitewateratlanta