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Drink Hint Water for 6-Months FREE

Hint Water is offering one lucky Facebook user the chance to win a 6-month supply of the zero-calorie, zero-sugar beverage when they opt to “like” the Hint page. Facebook users can enter to win by simply going to Hint’s Facebook page www.Facebook.com/DrinkHint and clicking to “like” it. Once the page reaches 5,000 fans, one grand-prize winner

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SHOUT Go Play Sweepstakes – Enter to win!

SHOUT (you know.. the stain remover you use on your kids clothes a few times a week) has partnered with Growing Tree Toys and Rainbow Play Systems to offer an excellent opportunity to win a Rainbow Play Systems play set AND every week one winner will receive a $200 gift card to Growing Tree Toys.

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Hurry, the Add Up the Savings Event at Kroger Family of Stores ends August 21st!

As summer winds down, it’s time to start picking up new supplies for the upcoming school year. Both of my kids had school supply lists this year that included things like tissues, hand sanitizer, copy paper, notebooks, etc.. and as I’m sure you are aware, all of those items add up.   That’s why I

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Balance is a Crock, Sleep is for the Weak – A Book Review and Giveaway

If I had to say just one thing about this book it would be – confidence booster. I often feel like I’m the only mom in the world that’s overwhelmed.  I’m constantly trying to balance work and family life.  More often than not I’m dissapointed in myself at the end of the day because there’s

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JumpStart Online 3D Virtual World + 3-Month Membership Giveaway!

I’ve known the brand JumpStart since my 10 year old was about 4.   At about 4 years old I thought Sebastian was ready to play computer games so I went out to buy some and didn’t have much luck finding a game that he could navigate and play without having to use a mouse..

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TeleNav GPS Navigator review and giveaway

Did you know that your cell phone can be used as a GPS device? TeleNav GPS Navigator (also called AT&T Navigator and Sprint Navigation) is a GPS navigation application that I’ve been using on my iPhone for a few weeks.  It’s just like having a GPS device but it runs on your mobile phone. It provides

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Giveaway: DROP DEAD DIVA Season One box set!

To celebrate the June 1st release of Drop Dead Diva: Season One on DVD we are giving a lucky reader a two-disc DVD set! Enter to win an Official DROP DEAD DIVA: SEASON 1 Two-Disc DVD Set..

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Piggy Paint Natural Nail Polish and Remover – review + coupon code + giveaway

Up until a few months ago it didn’t occur to me that Madelyn, now 4 years old, might enjoy having her fingernails painted.   The nail polishing began when Madelyn came home from a friend’s house with painted fingernails and she was so excited.  Then of course, I had to take the polish off.  I

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Colorful designer diaper bags in the $100-$200 range – What’s your favorite?

I love to carry a brightly colored ‘mommy bag’ in the summer time.  Despite the changing seasons and the fact that I shouldn’t be wearing dark clothes in the Spring and Summer, chances are I’m still wearing a lot of black and dull browns and grays because that’s what I feel comfortable in and I

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Like Rapunzel’s Closet on Facebook and be entered to win!

Rapunzel’s Closet is running a facebook promotion for all of their loyal followers. 8 fans will receive a $25 Rapunzel’s Bucks gift card valid in store or online when Rapunzel’s Closet reaches 5000 fans. PLUS – all FANS will be entered into our grand prize drawing for a $500 shopping spree! ‘Like’ Rapunzel’s Closet at www.facebook.com/RapunzelsCloset We

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Caution.. spontaneous twirling may occur! Sweet Funky Vintage Review + Giveaway!

Madelyn received this beautiful five tier Lily skirt from Sweet Funky Vintage today and I kid you not, she started twirling the second she put the skirt on. She twirled from the kitchen, through the hallway, right out the front door and onto the front porch and twirled and twirled and twirled. Sweet Funky Vintage’s super twirly

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MOGO charmbands and magnet charms + giveaway!

MOGO is a one-of-a-kind, super gift for any young girl whether a princess or a sporty gal. Not the charm bracelet you and I had when we were young… MOGO is much cooler and a whole lot more fun! MOGO (getmogo.com) charmbands can be personalized with fun letter charms and themed charms conveniently sold individually and

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EcoDiscoveries – Safe and effective cleaning products review + a GIVEAWAY!

I hate cleaning. Hate it hate it hate it. I am a fast and furious cleaner which my husband isn’t very fond of but I get down to the drains and baseboards when I clean and they shine when I’m done. But I don’t like doing it. I recently received some cleaning products from award

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Hey mommies! We are giving away a 12×12 Photobook from Vistaprint

Last week, my husband packed up our printer and brought it with us on our Spring Break vacation so he could print a few photographs of our 3 year old daughter in his spare time (ha!) during our vacation. Why?  Because Madelyn, our 3 year old, has been commenting on the fact that we don’t

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Mommy Bracelets Crystal & Silver Bracelet giveaway

Enter to win a beautiful Crystal & Silver bracelet from Mommy Bracelets valued at $69. Sterling silver letter blocks, 5mm Swarovski accent crystals in birthstone colors or fresh water pearl accents, sterling silver beads and bali flowers. Beautiful keepsake bracelets for mother, grandmother, and daughter too!  “Perfect fit” guarantee, lifetime warranty and FREE shipping. See

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Win a $100 Lands’ End gift certificate

Did you read my article February 4th article about Lands’ End’s Anxiety Zone swimsuit selection?  If not, you have to check it out.  I finally had the opportunity to wear my new Lands’ End swimsuit this weekend and I love it!  I went to Great Wolf Lodge in Charlotte, NC (photo of me in my

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Evenflo booster seat – Big Kid AMP no back booster seat review and giveaway

My now 10 year old son rode in a booster seat until relatively recently.  The safe ‘no booster seat’ age is 10-12 years old.  He actually liked sitting in a booster seat because he could see out the window better.  I am 5’1″ and often joke that I should still sit in a booster seat. 

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OXO Office Collection and a giveaway

I’m all about trinkets and gadgets and when I got these OXO products to try out my first thought was how cool looking they are. But I’m going to move on from looks and talk about the OXO Collection for what else it is.. useful. OXO Push Pin Dispenser: Telescoping wand has handy magnet built

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EasyLunchbox Food containers and Carrying Bags

I love food storage items.  I have a cabinet packed with all types of food storage products and one of my favorites is Easy Lunchboxes’ combo lunch and snack containers (AKA food storage containers).  Easy Lunchboxes’ Compartmentalized BPA-Free Plastic Food Storage Containers are colorful, convenient, and BPA-free.  My 3 year old takes lunch Wednesdays and

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We met the cast of Percy Jackson & The Olympians The Lighting Thief!

My 10 year old is in shock! He just met the cast of Percy Jackson & the Olympians Lighting Thief.. Logan Lerman (Percy Jackson), Brandon T. Jackson (Grover Underwood), Alexandra Deddario (Annabeth Chase)! We met the cast at Borders bookstore in Marietta, today where Logan, Brandon, and Alexandra answered questions from the crowd and signed

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Robeez suede sole booties

Madelyn has been wearing her Robeez booties almost every day for about a month.  They are teddy bear soft on the inside and easy for her to put on by herself which is a big deal for most moms, right?  The booties are washable and are available in sizes 0-6 month to 3-4 years.  Madelyn

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My top 5 New Year’s Resolutions Plans

I don’t do resolutions because history (my history at least) proves that 90% of them aren’t followed through with in the next 364 days… by me. However, I have plans and below are 5 that I feel very confident that I will follow through with.. (hopefully my husband will follow through with #3 and #5)

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Progresso Panko Crispy Bread Crumbs

Progresso Panko Crispy Bread Crumbs review + coupons and a giveaway!

You’re a mom, therefor, you are a cook.. and a house cleaner, and an errand manager, and a pediatrician, and a tutor.. ok, I’ll stop now. Back to being a cook.. I know you spend a lot of time in the kitchen both baking and cleaning.. why not switch things up a little and make

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KidzBop Christmas CD

KidzBop 16 & Christmas CD reviews and giveaway

My kids love music. whether it’s making music or listening to it. I prefer it when they are listening not making. It gets a little loud and when my 10 and 3 year olds try to form a band in the kitchen. We’ve been listening to KidzBop 16 a lot lately and I’ll tell you

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Chipoupine sweater

Chipoupine Teddy Sweater review + a giveaway

Why Madelyn (3 years old) loves it Similar to Madelyn’s favorite 3 year old blankie warmly regarding as Fuzzy, her new Chipoupine sweater is ultimately plush and comfy. She would wear it 24/7 if she could. It’s like she’s wearing her blankie. This sweater will keep her warm in the coldest Atlanta weather. Ultimate Comfort

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