tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:19:18 +0000The RulesDisney magichealthttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifhBlogHer 2010moviesbooksDVDspersonal pamperingfab fall findsBonggamom's Friday FindseventstwinsartLabel Daddy BlogHer 09 SponsorhipMabel's Labels Blogher '09 Contestgearsafetyhometravelfree shippingstylish stuffHalloweendrinkgirly-girlsummer funsportsNintendo DSpetsdadstoddlersgift ideabondecorgrandparent gift ideagiveawayskidsSonyaccessoriestellySavvySourcetmbbuykpcblog buttonsmomsthings that really matterjewelryBlogHer reviewsva-va-voomeentsholidaysgift guidesSale Sale SaleFiberPlusflowersEasterearth-friendlylovecookingshowsTwitterbabiesgetting activeswagAlfiegirl powercontestsBack to SchoolBlogHerPSPcoloring pagesLeapfrogSocialMomsmacho macho manphotosPink PostsCheac Stuffbongga stuffbirthdaysonline craftsshttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.giftationerystationeryKeep Going Bloggerclothesaround the blogospherewinnersless messfree stuffboys will be boysfamily funbeautyFacebookonline funscienceshoesTwelve Days of Christmasteaching toolshttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifdeals and stealsofficecouponsUbisoftvideosparentingmusicgamesvideogamespreschoolerssplitting-my-sides-laughingpersonalizedValentinescraftstoyshi techparty party partyfoodAmerican Girlhealthfitnessbig boys' toysStuff that puts the "Me" in Mommy, the "grrrr" in Girl, the "Whoa!" in Woman.http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)Blogger1453125BonggamomFindshttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-3050475986876868660Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:34:00 +00002012-01-31T17:00:04.064-08:00giveawaysdrinkEver since Alfie got his new coffee press, he has spent many an evening enjoying a nice, strong hot cup of coffee in the evenings in place of his usual cup of tea. He's quite picky about his coffee, so he was very happy to try out the sample pack of Gevalia Kaffe that we received from Kraft Foods and MyBlogSpark. Even better, we've learned that Gevalia Kaffe is now be available at Safeway, and http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/gevalia-kaffe-giveaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-543631347457026644Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:00:00 +00002012-01-31T15:42:51.824-08:00eventscoloring pagesDisney on Ice is coming back to the Bay Area! This year's production features Toy Story 3, which has never played here before, so we're really excited. Here's more information about the show, along with some great ticket discounts:Have you heard the buzz? The toys are back in town! Disney On Ice presents Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story 3! The Academy Award®-winning blockbuster, Toy Story 3, and http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/disney-on-ice-presents-disney-pixars.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-8914394524512859953Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:18:00 +00002012-01-30T10:13:21.557-08:00summer funIt seems way too early to be thinking about summer camps, yet brochures for this program and that have been arriving in the mail. They've obviously been hard at work preparing for summer -- and for Galileo Learning, the people behind the popular Camp Galileo and Galileo Summer Quest, the process of developing a fun and meaningful program is year-round. Last week I got to see just how much workhttp://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/whats-new-at-galileo-learning-for-2012.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-4452696664062638874Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:12:00 +00002012-01-30T09:32:21.616-08:00giveawaysDinosaur fans will be happy to know that NCircle Entertainment has acquired the distribution rights to a brand new DVD series: Dino Dan, a live action/CGI series on Nick Jr. Dino Dan is a 10-year old boy who wants to be a paleontologist when he grows up. He's obsessed with dinosaurs (like many young boys!), but what grownups don't realize is that dinosaurs are EVERYWHERE, lurking around http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/dino-dan-dino-trackers-dvd-giveaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-6480514424497751339Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:18:00 +00002012-01-27T21:29:49.516-08:00ValentinesgiveawaysValentine's Day is almost here, and what could be sweeter than a Valentine treat that you can eat? Today I've got the sweetest giveaway ever from Buy.com! One lucky Bonggamom Finds reader will receive a Valentine's Day heart box filled with some yummy treats: A fun Valentine’s Day heart box Iced honey vanilla heart cookies A complete assortment of Godiva trufflesThis fun Valentine's heart http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/win-valentines-day-goodies-from-buycom.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-5126070858070567915Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:13:00 +00002012-01-27T07:13:00.078-08:00Bonggamom's Friday FindsWelcome to Bonggamom's Friday Finds! I'm glad so many of you are finding this to be a useful way to get more traffic to your giveaways. And as a person who loves entering giveaways, I have to admit it's a great, easy way to find out where all the best giveaways are.So feel free to leave links to your giveaways, everyone. And don't forget to get cracking and enter everyone else's, too!http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/bonggamoms-friday-finds-list-your_27.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-2222155462804905583Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:36:00 +00002012-01-25T22:08:57.589-08:00ValentinesGentlemen, start your engines -- Valentine's Day is coming up, and you know what that means: you've got to act NOW and snag that dinner reservation, otherwise you're taking your date out to a fast food restaurant on the 14th! You've also got to think long and hard about the all-important present for your wife or girlfriend. You want something sweet to show your romantic side, but nothing too http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/my-edenfantasys-valentines-day-gift.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-2906551801444806988Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:30:00 +00002012-01-25T17:24:59.400-08:00craftsValentinesValentine's Day might seem like a long way out, and you might think you have plenty of time to prepare. For the most part, I'd agree -- unless either of these situations apply to you:1) You want to go out on Valentine's Day2) Your kid wants to make all his own Valentine cards.The first situation is something every male over 18 knows. If you don't make restaurant reservations and order flowers http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/how-to-add-personal-touch-to-valentine.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-8940849384862062462Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:15:00 +00002012-01-20T17:29:56.596-08:00People ask why I don't get contact lenses, and for the most part I tell them that I can't be bothered with cleaning them, sticking them in my eye, worrying about getting them in the right position and all that. I've tried contacts, and they just don't work for me. Actually, I have been meaning to get myself some disposable contact lenses for occasional use, but I still intend to use glasses http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/all-you-need-to-know-about-eyeglasses.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-8577229103659156771Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:36:00 +00002012-01-20T10:55:31.759-08:00stylish stuffkidsclothesLike a fresh breath of spring air, Tea Collection's new Bali line for boys and girls has arrived! The new collection is full of bold designs and bright colors that make me feel like I'm back home in the Philippines. Here are some of my favorites:Green is 3Po's favorite color, so this alligator shirt is a no-brainer. He lives the winter out in short sleeves, so this shirt works http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/introducing-teas-bali-collection.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-6712601451023171737Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:12:00 +00002012-01-20T08:12:00.067-08:00Bonggamom's Friday FindsWelcome to Bonggamom's Friday Finds! I'm glad so many of you are finding this to be a useful way to get more traffic to your giveaways. And as a person who loves entering giveaways, I have to admit it's a great, easy way to find out where all the best giveaways are.So feel free to leave links to your giveaways, everyone. And don't forget to get cracking and enter everyone else's, too!http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/bonggamoms-friday-finds-list-your_20.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-5355847991499374483Fri, 13 Jan 2012 23:38:00 +00002012-01-13T15:38:00.837-08:00giveawaysfoodWe ate out a lot in December, and we're still feeling the effects on our waistline and our wallets, so for the month of January Alfie and I have resolved to eat at home -- no restaurants, no takeouts -- for the entire month of February. For me, that also includes packing the kids' lunches every single day, no getting lazy and sending them money for cafeteria food! Thank goodness for http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/ocean-spray-fruit-flavored-snacks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)161tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-6400439069520482633Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:10:00 +00002012-01-13T14:20:17.327-08:00girly-girlAmerican GirlcouponsNow that The Pea has a new American Girl doll (McKenna, GOTY 2012), she wants new doll clothes. She especially wants nighttime wear so her dolls can have a sleepover. I'm loving the nighttime wear from online 18" doll clothes retailer Ana's Doll Clothes, and not just because of the name :) There are some really cute doll clothes here! Check out these Brown Cupcake PJs:and these Pink Scotty http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/anas-doll-clothes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-6596553301238212248Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:50:00 +00002012-01-13T13:22:04.733-08:00DVDsWhen it comes to veggies, nothing but the freshest will do -- and that includes Veggie Tales! These funny, silly vegetables with hearts of gold (and artichoke!) are greeting 2012 with some fun new titles, including God Loves You Very Much, which was released last week, and If I Sang a Silly Song, which debuts on Feb 7, 2012. Here's a synopsis of both titles:VeggieTales: God Loves You Very http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/veggie-tales-dvd-giveaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)85tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-4093687220973395370Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:08:00 +00002012-01-13T08:08:00.356-08:00Bonggamom's Friday FindsOoooh, Friday the 13th. Better avoid those ladders and black cats today. But there's no reason to avoid entering giveaways. As long as you don't have to buy anything to enter the giveaway, what have you got to lose? You know what they say about the number 13 at the Bingo halls: Unlucky for some....Today might be your lucky day, but you'll never know unless you enter a giveaway. So use the http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/bonggamoms-friday-finds-list-your_13.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-7429723222717040963Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:59:00 +00002012-01-06T10:59:00.255-08:00Bonggamom's Friday FindsBonggamom's Friday Finds is back for 2012! It's such a wonderful feeling to have 52 whole weeks of giveaways stretched out in front of us. I'm sure many of you have already hit the New Year running, with some awesome giveaways for your readers -- so please feel free to leave your links here in the hopes that even more people will find your giveaways and your blog. The more, the merrier, righthttp://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/bonggamoms-friday-finds-list-your.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-4806433225756832293Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:31:00 +00002012-01-04T10:54:01.100-08:00American GirlWhat a great way to start the New Year -- with a post (my first for 2012!) about American Girl's 2012 Girl of the Year, McKenna! Last week I blogged about McKenna's inspiring story, and today I'm blogging about the McKenna herself. Here are some photos of the McKenna doll that American Girl sent us to review:Here she is, the Girl of the Year. Isn't she pretty?In this closeup photo, McKenna's http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2012/01/meet-mckenna-american-girl-of-year-2012.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-6474648219342717156Fri, 30 Dec 2011 18:58:00 +00002011-12-30T10:58:00.123-08:00Bonggamom's Friday FindsWelcome to the final edition of Bonggamom's Friday Finds for 2011. It has been a pleasure hosting this linky and seeing the traffic to your giveaways grow. Man, you all have such awesome prizes, you make it so easy for me and everyone else to find giveaways to enter! I hope you'll keep coming back here every Friday, both to leave links and to use links.Today also happens to be my sons' http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2011/12/bonggamoms-friday-finds-list-your_30.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-2306983059028452198Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:01:00 +00002011-12-26T10:38:07.893-08:00giveawaysAmerican GirlAmerican Girl fanboards and blogs have been all abuzz with speculation about the American Girl of the Year 2012. Rumor has it that her name is McKenna and she's a gymnast -- and they're correct! A few days ago I was sent a press kit with information about McKenna, but the details were embargoed until today, so I have been waiting with my fingers firmly clamped underneath my bottom so I wouldn'thttp://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2011/12/introducing-mckenna-american-girl-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)127tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-2464184068403014325Sun, 25 Dec 2011 17:25:00 +00002011-12-25T09:25:00.361-08:00giveawaysMerry Christmas everyone! I hope you're spending the day as I am, surrounded with family and friends. To celebrate this wonderful holiday, I'm starting a great giveaway from KMR Communications featuring beauty products worth hundreds of dollars! One lucky Bonggamom Finds winner will receive all of the products below:Brilliant FX Body SerumBrilliantFx Body Serum is the first exfoliating and http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2011/12/giveaway-merry-christmas-from-bonggamom.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)146tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-7436303258590068406Fri, 23 Dec 2011 20:46:00 +00002011-12-23T13:18:52.055-08:00stylish stuffbongga stuffShabby Apple is well known for their feminine, flirty, fashionable dresses. Women of all shapes and sizes can feel pretty in a Shabby Apple dress! Their holiday collection, Tinseltown, is certainly all you need to look festive and glamorous at all those holiday parties, and their vintage-style dresses are perfect for so many occasions.However, women also need to know that Shabby Apple doesn't http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2011/12/casual-chic-with-shabby-apple.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-5358524940543826797Fri, 23 Dec 2011 19:37:00 +00002011-12-23T12:25:54.155-08:00kidsfamily funshowsSanta may wear red, but this year our favorite holiday do-gooder is 100% green. After attending the opening performance of How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, we think Santa Claus might have to join the ranks of the unemployed because The Grinch did such a great job spreading holiday cheer. How the Grinch Stole Christmas has become just as much a part of our holiday tradition as http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-grinch-stole-christmas-musical.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-5301106200855219399Fri, 23 Dec 2011 19:00:00 +00002011-12-23T11:00:00.686-08:00Bonggamom's Friday FindsWelcome to Bonggamom's Friday Finds! I'm glad so many of you are finding this to be a useful way to get more traffic to your giveaways. And as a person who loves entering giveaways, I have to admit it's a great, easy way to find out where all the best giveaways are.So feel free to leave links to your giveaways, everyone. And don't forget to get cracking and enter everyone else's, too!http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2011/12/bonggamoms-friday-finds-list-your_23.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-8162730577784108195Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:52:00 +00002011-12-21T12:52:00.051-08:00A couple of weeks ago I blogged about the great party outfits at EdenFantasys. But it takes more than just a cute top to sparkle and shine -- if you really want to dazzle during the holidays, make sure you put on some make-up! And EdenFantasys can help with that as well, since they now carry a collection of makeup, including body lotions and powders, that will help you look and feel your best http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2011/12/shine-and-sparkle-this-holiday-season.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5170867399026477671.post-6498357892880722865Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:35:00 +00002011-12-21T09:47:22.249-08:00LeapfrogtoysThe Time To Play Magazine's People's Play Awards are out, and the verdict is in -- the LeapPad Explorer is this year's hot toy! I'm not a bit surprised; my kids love the LeapPad, I love the LeapPad, and so does everyone else who owns it. I'm also glad to see Leapfrog products snag top spots in other categories, including the Peek-a-Shoe Octopus for Infant Toys, the Tag Solar System Adventure http://bonggafinds.blogspot.com/2011/12/peoples-play-awards-are-out.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bonggamom)0