#WIN Truvia Natural Sweetener Review & GIVEAWAY [CLOSED]

Are you trying to focus on less processed, more natural foods? Say hello to Truvia™, a zero-calorie natural sweetener made from the best part of the stevia plant. It's natural. It tastes great. You can even bake with it. If happiness had a flavor, this would be it. So go ahead, indulge your deepest cravings. Proudly. In plain sight. How deliciously bold of you.   Our family has been trying to avoid processed food items … [Read more...]

#WIN Spira Odyssey Running Shoes Review & Shoe GIVEAWAY [CLOSED]

Is one of your New Years Resolutions … to get into shape? … start running? ... walk more? The WaveSpring® Technology We are convinced that the WaveSpring® technology has the potential to revolutionize the footwear industry, and in the process, forever change the purpose and function of footwear. Unlike traditional coil or conical springs, the WaveSpring is laterally stable, compact and lightweight. As a result, we have developed a … [Read more...]

8 WINNERS! Crazy Forts, Red Gold, Barbar, American Girl, Milk Bone & Bob the Builder

Crazy Forts  Congrats Bethany! ***************** Red Gold Prize Pack TWO WINNERS    Congrats Joanne & PcketFullofPosrs! ****************** BarBar ECO 8000 Hair Dryer Congrats Rochelle! ****************** Samantha American Girl Holiday DVD Congrats Melissa B! ******************* Milk Bone Bark it Furward TWO WINNERS    Congrats Nicole S & Lisa! ******************** Bob the Builder … [Read more...]

#WIN Thomas & Friends Wobbly Wheels & Whistles DVD Review & GIVEAWAY [CLOSED]

DVD SYNOPSIS Travel along with Thomas for a wonderfully wobbly and wheel-spinning good time!  The No. 1 blue engine has bridges to cross and tracks to uncover in these exciting adventures. When Victor gets overloaded with too many tasks, can Thomas help him let out steam?  And while trying to get Scruff as clean as a whistle, will Thomas have to get his own wheels dirty?   Just when things seem to be rolling along, will Ol’ Wheezy make a wobbly … [Read more...]

#WIN Barney Musical Zoo DVD Review & GIVEAWAY [CLOSED]

DVD SYNOPSIS Hear an elephant trumpet and a lion roar as Barney and Riff™ create a wild concert filled with exotic animal sounds in Barney: Musical Zoo. Join Riff as he composes for a different kind of puppet show and then BJ™ and Baby Bop™ get into the act, learning about rhythm and performing for others in this super-dee-duper orchestral treat that the whole family will enjoy. When my 13 year old outgrew Barney, my husband and I … [Read more...]

Monday Morning Link Up 1/3 List Your Giveaways!

Welcome to Monday Morning Link Up! This is a great way to spread the word about your giveaways and find a few to enter as well! The rules are simple: 1) Giveaways must be family friendly 2) Check out a few giveaways for yourself! (there is no obligation to enter any) I’ll start with my giveaways ending in the next seven days… Bob Builder Golden Hammer DVD ends 1/3 Kinderglo Portable Night Light ends 1/5 Tonka Strong Arm … [Read more...]

Weekly Weigh In Weeks 8 & 4 : 12/31 #NSNation

Happy New Year (tomorrow)!! Well, we made it through the holidays. In years past I would normally gain 7-10 lbs eating yummies from November through Christmas. This year, I am proud to say, is not a repeat of years past! It’s been 8 weeks on Nutrisystem for myself and 4 weeks for Kaytlin. This year we had a plan. I hosted for my family and took control of the menu… putting out healthy snacking options to help fill our bellies before the pizza … [Read more...]

WINNERS! Pajama City, EZ Sox, Sesame Street, Dezign with a Z

What a wonderful whirlwind of a blogging year it’s been for me! A huge THANK YOU to each and every one of you. You have made this an enjoyable journey for me! May 2011 bring many adventures and joys to all of you… Pajama City PJs  Congrats Becca! ******************** EZ Sox Training Sox  Congrats 618mom22boys! ********************** Sesame Street Video Game  Congrats Penny! ******************* Dezign with a Z … [Read more...]

#WIN Fireman Sam Ready for Action DVD Review & GIVEAWAY [CLOSED]

Preschool favorite Fireman Sam, the only firefighter-themed children’s program, originally launched in the UK, made its U.S. debut on PBS KIDS Sprout® in October 2006 and continues to air daily.  DVD SYNOPSIS Fireman Sam is ready for action in five exciting episodes!  The alarm has sounded and the Pontypandy crew is off to rescue their friends and others in need. From engine sparks and wild fireworks to water rescue and more, you won’t want to … [Read more...]

Wordless Wednesday… it’s a Train!

Thanks to a gift certificate win on another blog I was able to snag this incredible train set for Ethan’s big Christmas present. I think they like it as my coffee table has suddenly become a permanent train table…    It looks like THOMAS! … [Read more...]