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Be one of the first to try new Fiber One® Chewy bars, the perfect wholesome snack that the whole family will enjoy! Available in Chocolate and Strawberry PB&amp;J varieties, these chewy bars are perfect for in-the-house, on-the-go, and everywhere in between. Complete with a peanut butter or chocolate bottom and </atom:summary><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LookItsMegryansmom/~3/XCS_YGohhDY/new-fiber-one-chewy-bars-giveaway.html</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Megryansmom)</author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XvCmp37saaY/T61cOvYtwbI/AAAAAAAAEKI/b_9h8na9VS8/s72-c/Fiber+One+Chewy+gift+pack.jpg" height="72" width="72" /><thr:total>8</thr:total><description>&lt;div class="feedflare"&gt;
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What’s so exciting?





New 2 box Cheerios contains two individual boxes, making them easier to store and easier to pour!

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Check out these recipes and ideas from UnitedHealthcare to help make this Mother's Day unforgettable!


  
 
A Healthy Twist on Breakfast in Bed
Fix her a healthy morning meal that she can enjoy from the comfort of her bed:

Raspberry-Banana Yogurt Salad 
Tropical Banana Nut Parfaits
Stuffed French Toast



Friends and Family Brunch
Spice up brunch with these delicious new dishes:

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Welcome to the Bright Starts Ultimate Baby Shower Giveaway!


Bright Starts and Mom to Bed by 8, the Iowa-Mom have teamed to offer an amazing Bright Starts Sunnyside Collection giveaway to one lucky reader!

This includes the Sunnyside Safari™ Chair Top High Chair, Playard, Plug in Sway &amp; Swing, Portable Swing and Saucer making this truly the Ultimate Baby Shower Gift.

Special thank you to</atom:summary><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LookItsMegryansmom/~3/T6k9O4e2iJE/bright-starts-ultimate-baby-shower.html</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Megryansmom)</author><thr:total>0</thr:total><description>&lt;div class="feedflare"&gt;
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    I think it's safe to say that all signs of frost have disappeared and that it's finally safe to plant those veggies I've been overpaying for all winter long.  Tomatoes, green beans, dill, squash, cucumbers.  Mmmm, I can taste the goodness already.


    Last year I cleaned up a </atom:summary><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LookItsMegryansmom/~3/6V2u5j6sJPQ/whitney-farms-100-natural-plant-food.html</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Megryansmom)</author><thr:total>0</thr:total><description>&lt;div class="feedflare"&gt;
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The phone rings.
“Hi Sue.” My doctor. “I can’t believe I am telling you this, but you have breast cancer.”
I’m sure she said more than that, but I honestly don’t remember.
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 **UPDATE**

I realize 100 donations in one day was a stretch, so I've extended this until Friday, May 4th.  

I need 83 more donations as of 9:01am 4-27-12  Just $1 will help support a great cause AND solve my dilemma of what to wear!

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A visit by age 1 allows you and your child to develop a relationship with a dentist, which can help set a foundation for good oral health and detect </atom:summary><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LookItsMegryansmom/~3/eBZpn445MA8/delta-dental-of-illinois-foundation.html</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Megryansmom)</author><thr:total>7</thr:total><description>&lt;div class="feedflare"&gt;
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I grew a beard.







I sent a gajillion letters and emails and now it's getting down to the wire.



Tues April 24th will be 39 days before I walk 39 miles to fight breast cancer! Can you believe that? I walk in 39 days!! And I'm still falling short of my goal.  I pledged to raise $1800 for breast cancer and if I don't reach my goal, sadly I'll have 2 choices, neither of which appeal to me.  
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Performances are Tuesday through Thursday at 10:15 am; Friday at 10 am  and Noon; Saturday at 10 am, Noon and 3 pm; and Sunday at 1 pm and 3 pm.  

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Bright Starts, Mom to Bed by 8 and Iowa-Mom 



are excited to present 



The Baby Shower Event 

from May 7th to May 28th. 



This is a free blogger event and accepting signups now.



Join



Bright Starts Ultimate Baby Shower Giveaway 



 today, grow your readership and offer one amazing baby shower gifts giveaway!



(and tell them I sent you over!)




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Navy Pier Welcomes Sixth Annual Green Festival, the Largest, Longest-Running Green Consumer Event, May 5-6

Green Festival, the nation’s largest and most trusted environmental consumer event returns to Chicago May 5-6, 2012. Featured at the weekend-long show at Navy Pier will be leaders in the social justice and environmental community, including speakers, entrepreneurs and activists; an organic</atom:summary><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LookItsMegryansmom/~3/acPUGgDaJto/navy-pier-welcomes-sixth-annual-green.html</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Megryansmom)</author><thr:total>0</thr:total><description>&lt;div class="feedflare"&gt;
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Every  mom deserves a little relaxation, and what could be more relaxing than a  weekend getaway? Just in time for Mother's Day weekend,  one lucky mom will be ringing in  the holiday with style! In honor of the introduction of the refreshing  new Santa Margherita Sparkling Rosè, Santa Margherita is hosting a fantastic Facebook contest.
 




 


If  lounging at a beautiful hotel in an </atom:summary><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LookItsMegryansmom/~3/YBeCMVH48Bk/santa-margherita-facebook-contest.html</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Megryansmom)</author><thr:total>0</thr:total><description>&lt;div class="feedflare"&gt;
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Despite your best intentions for cleaning this spring, you should not have to do it alone. Cleaning more than 200 tons of dirt last year, Stanley Steemer knows dirt! Call the experts at Stanley Steemer and let them help you achieve that deeper level of clean in your home this season.






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Calling all super heroes!  Super Grover has lost his super-ness!  Never fear, the fabulous five Super Heroes are here -- featuring Elmo as Captain Fuzzy!  Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Zoe and all their furry friends are on a quest to put the “super” back in Super Grover.

Singing and dancing their way through fun lessons on healthy habits, they discover how exercise, rest, nutritious food and good </atom:summary><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LookItsMegryansmom/~3/9cRq53lsS-U/sesame-street-live-elmos-super-heroes.html</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Megryansmom)</author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ijHxo9lYGoA/T42NCD_9ZWI/AAAAAAAAD-U/lH4W-MWZtfo/s72-c/SLL_ESH_HORZ4C_redElmo_CR.jpg" height="72" width="72" /><thr:total>28</thr:total><description>&lt;div class="feedflare"&gt;
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On SATURDAY, April 14 and SATURDAY, April 21, Chicago area Cadillac dealers  will make a $50 donation on a walker's behalf for every test drive!

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'Hoppy’ Easter! 

Whether you’re looking for a last minute Easter Basket or are in need of some delicious Cream Easter Eggs for an egg hunt, Fannie May is sure to satisfy any Easter chocolate need.


The first Fannie May retail store was opened by H. Teller Archibald in 1920 at 11 N. LaSalle St. in Chicago.  By 1935, there were nearly four dozen retail stores in Illinois and  several neighboring</atom:summary><link>http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LookItsMegryansmom/~3/5vMmDZ8trRg/great-easter-gifts-from-fannie-may.html</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Megryansmom)</author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i_jecscsgT8/T3tTDjy3JvI/AAAAAAAAD34/vK33-z4R4xc/s72-c/HappyEasterChocolateGiftBasket.jpg" height="72" width="72" /><thr:total>55</thr:total><description>&lt;div class="feedflare"&gt;
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A circus dog and a stray go on an out-of-this-world adventure to become the world most famous canine cosmonauts.
Based on the true story of Belka and Strelka, two dogs who were sent to space by the Soviet Union in the 60's.



It's a beautifully made children's movie with music, a good plot and a happy ending. Available today April 4, 2012 at all major retailers for $24.99 SRP.

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