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Winner~Purex Crystals and Jockey Sports Bra Giveaway!

2012-01-31T13:00:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to Ty who is the winner of the Purex Crystals and Jockey Sports Bra Giveaway.

Make sure to check out her winning comment which was a great laundry tip. Hydrogen peroxide is great at removing blood.

Thanks to all who entered and congratulations again to Ty.

TyJan 31, 2012 06:13 AM

My stain tip: Pour hydrogen peroxide on blood and rinse with cold water. If some blood remains, repeat.

Purex Crystals and Jockey Sports Bra Giveaway!

2012-01-30T22:49:00.001-05:00

Purex has teamed up with Jockey to kick off the release of Purex Crystals. What are Purex Crystals? They are one of the newest products in the Purex line. The Purex Crystals are 92% natural crystals that you add to your wash load at the beginning with your detergent to infuse your laundry with a fresh scent. Purex Crystals are an answer to one of my laundry woes. My husband and daughter are both runners participating in 5k and marathons. Today's running gear is made to wick moisture but is not made to be used with fabric softener leaving it with a high stink factor. I was constantly frustrated by having to watch the loads that I could use fabric softener with as they constantly have exercise gear in the laundry. Purex Crystals is here to help me defeat the stink factor without erasing the moisture-wicking qualities of exercise clothing. Purex Crystals do not contain oil so they are safe to be used on athletic wear, towels, sleepwear & everything else. I was surprised to see one of the main ingredients is sucralose. Sweet! (pun intended). I was able to test Purex Crystals in Tropical Splash. The scent leave laundry smelling fresh with a scent that lingers past the dryer.

Do you want to put Purex Crystals to the test? Purex has teamed up with Jockey to offer one lucky StuffSmart reader a full size bottle of crystals and Jockey is adding a Sports bra so you can see for yourself how the products works. The Jockey Tech Terry Performance moisture-wicking sports bra has a convenient key pocket, reflective logo and breathable bottom band for support.

This will be a quick giveaway. The winner will be drawn at noon EST Tues. January 31, 2012 and have until 3:00pm EST to reply with their contact information or another winner will be chosen. Contest is open to US residents only. Quick and easy entry below.

Mandatory Entry:

Visit Purex and tell me something you learned about Purex Crystals. That's it very easy!

Optional extra entries: (Please leave a comment for each that you do in order to get extra chances to win)

Follow StuffSmart via Google Friend Connect.
Follow @StuffSmart on Twitter and leave your twitter name in your comment.
Follow StuffSmart's Blog on Facebook and leave your facebook name (may leave first name and last initial)
Tweet about this giveaway and come back leaving a link to your tweet.

Optional Super Entry: Since this is a quick giveaway after the mandatory entry is completed you may leave a laundry tip for one additional entry per tip. Leave a separate comment to get a separate entry per comment. The only catch is please allow at least 10 minutes between tip comments. (Comments are Moderated. Please do not spam. Leave serious tips only).

Thank you. Good Luck!

*Disclosure: As a Purex Insider I was provided a full sized bottle of Purex Crystals and a Jockey sports bra in exchange for posting product information. The opinions expressed in the post were my honest opinion.

Homeschool Supplies and More at Christianbook.com

2012-01-26T07:30:00.000-05:00

Do you homeschool or know someone who does? I've recently become familiar with Christianbook.com and wanted to share them with my readers who are homeschoolers. Christianbook.com carries thousands of Christian products at deep discount prices. They currently carry the following Homeschool curriculum:

Alpha Omega
Switched-On Schoolhouse
BJU Press
Apologia
Saxon Math
ACE/PACE

And more!

A complete listing of curriculum please visit the Homeschool product homepage.

*Disclosure This is not a paid post however, I am an affiliate with Christianbook.com so purchases through the links in this post help to support this blogger. Thank you.

New Look!

2012-01-25T05:41:00.000-05:00

If you are visiting and thinking that something looks a bit different, I am in the process of updating and changing the blog's template and layout. I am very open to comments. Do you like or dislike the new layout? Why or why not? Please let me know for example if the font and colors are hard to read. I access blogger via pc or laptop so I haven't seen the changes via smartphone, tablet etc. Please feel free to let me know what you think.

I look forward to reading your comments. Thank you.

2012-01-11T23:36:00.002-05:00

How Do You Feed a Hungry Giant?: A Munch-and-Sip Pop-Up Book by Caitlin Friedman

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

How Do You Feed A Hungry Giant is a large pop-up and lift a flap book. I liked this book. The story line, illustrations and activities were fun. I shared it with my five year old niece who loved opening the little flaps and extras. I found a larger story inside this book as we need to be aware to the "Giant" called hunger and help to feed it. Even one person can make a difference.

My only concern is for durability as with the first reading my niece split one of the lift a flap layers with her finger nail in effort to open it. A tab for the lift a flaps would have been helpful. With that being said, I would still recommend this book!

View all my reviews

*Disclosure: I was provided with a copy of this book free of charge for review purposes. The review itself is my own words and honest opinion.
**Review was linked from Goodreads.com

Looking to purchase this book? Check it out on Amazon.com.

Entering the Zanussi Cookers Make Every Meal a Masterpiece Competition on Contest Corner

2011-12-28T20:22:00.001-05:00

This is my entry for the Zanussi cookers make every meal a masterpiece competition

One way to make every meal count is with a great start! Salads are easy even for those of use who aren't experienced cooks and can make a "so so" meal into a "WOW" meal. The other thing about salad is that you can throw in various ingredients to change things up and keep it interesting. This is one of our favorite meal starters.

Recipe:

Baby Spinach
Shredded Cheese (we prefer the mixed blends)
Mandarin Orange slices (Canned oranges may be drained and used)
Almond Slices (great for protein!)
Drizzle with Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing.

I love how this salad has it all: Vegetable, Fruit, Dairy, and Protein!

Too busy for a home cooked meal? Ordering out? Pizza? A meal from a box? Add a salad like the one above and viola you've made a not so healthy meal much healthier and well...a masterpiece!

Bring Back Beatrice! by Jennifer Griffin ~ Book Review

2011-12-23T23:30:00.000-05:00

Bring Back Beatrice! 1,108 Baby Names with Meaning, Character and a Little Bit of Attitude. By Jennifer Griffin is a great read for anyone thinking of having children. Naming your child is an important and sometimes stressful task since their name will stick with them throughout life. When we found out that we were having a baby I will be honest. I didn't consult any of the hundreds of "baby names" books out there. My husband and I had come up with a girl name several yrs before and a couple of possible boy names as we never could come up with a boy name that we just loved. When our bundle of joy arrived she fit perfectly with the name we had in mind and we breathed a sigh of relief that we didn't have to make a decision on a boy name.
Bring Back Beatrice! Is a book that I would have loved to have around when we were discussing baby names. The author beautifully spells out her purpose of writing the book and her endeavor to save children from being named fad or made up names. Does she really expect everyone to name their daughters Beatrice? No. The author simply wants thought to be put into the names we are giving our children and the history of those names. What if you have your mind set on a fad name? The author lists alternatives to the name and provides history behind the name.
I'm not in the market for baby names but found the book very refreshing and think it would be a great resource for anyone. How many times have you cringed when you heard the name someone was planning to name their child? Do the child a favor and let the expectant parents know about this book and that it provides a refreshing new option to the old baby names books. The child just might thank you! This would also make a great shower gift.

* Disclosure: I was provided a free copy of the book for review purposes. No compensation was received. This post is my own honest opinion and was in no way influenced by the sponsor.

Hot on Amazon! Haan FS20 Plus Steam Cleaning Floor Sanitizer (Steam Mop) with Deluxe Sanitizing Tray $25.84 Shipped! (tax may be added in some states) Amazon.com

2011-12-15T04:04:00.000-05:00

Hurry over to Amazon.com for a seriously HOT deal!

Hurry to Amazon.com for the Haan FS20 Plus Steam Cleaning Floor Sanitizer with Deluxe Sanitizing Tray by Haan for $18.56. This offer is through Ace Hardware Direct so it doesn't qualify for Free Super Saver shipping. However with the $7.28 shipping making it $25.84 this is by far the best price that I could find on this unit new (not refurbished) as it lists for $99.99

Product Features

Chemical-free steam cleaner for all sealed hard-floor surfaces--uses regular tap water
Plus version comes with sanitizing tray attachment for refreshing carpeted areas
Heats up in less than 3 minutes; produces up to 20 minutes of steam per refill
Includes 2 super-absorbent, multilayer Ultra-Microfiber cleaning pads that are washable and reusable
Measures 50-1/2 by 11-1/2 by 7-1/2 inches (HxWxD) fully extended and weighs 3.15 pounds; backed by 1-year warranty

Enter To Win $100 Amazon Email Gift Card- End Of The Year Giveaway

2011-11-13T18:00:00.000-05:00

StuffSmart, One Moment in Time, Bits and Bobs, Ann Crabs, The Organic Blonde and 6 other super mom bloggers teamed up to bring this awesome $100 Amazon gift card giveaway to you all. The year is coming to an end, and the only way to show appreciation to each of you is by hosting this awesome giveaway. Each of the bloggers hosting this giveaway has an amazing site. Visit them as you enter this giveaway and i bet you won't want to leave so soon. This giveaway is open worldwide. If this is your first time of entering giveaway with Rafflecopter, all you need to do is to click on instructions and do what you are asked to do, then click I DID THIS..Jump to the next option

Freschetta Proud to Support Pink Program and Giveaway

2011-10-30T04:36:00.001-04:00

In support of October being National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Freschetta has launched their "Proud to Support Pink" program. From Sept 25 - Oct. 31, 2011 you can purchase specially marked packages of Freschetta pizza and Artisan Pizza Crusts and help them to reach their goal of a $50,000 donation to the Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. The specially marked packages have codes to be entered at www.ProudtoSupportPink.com. Freschetta will donate $1 for each code entered up to $50,000. You can learn more about this exciting program at www.ProudtoSupportPink.com or on the Freschetta facebook page: www.Facebook.com/FreschettaPizza. To spread the word about the Freschetta Proud to Support Pink program, Freschetta is offering a giveaway.

*Disclosure- As a member of the Freschetta Fresh Connection Team I was given a prize pack like the one offered for the giveaway.

Giveaway: $25 Visa Card through Ann-Crabs

2011-10-24T23:15:00.001-04:00

Ann Crabs is currently offering a great giveaway in conjunction with Essilor. You may read more about them in her post here: Ann-Crabs

Thanks to rafflecopter you may enter here giveaway below. (The Rafflecopter is the same for both sites so please only enter on one site to avoid disqualification).

See rule below on rafflecopter post.

If you don't already follow Ann's blog you definitely will want to for more exciting posts and giveaways!

HOT Offer! All You Magazine 6 month subscription for $6! Think Coupons!

2011-10-18T05:17:00.000-04:00

Thank you All You and Amazon.com for easing our pockets a little in time for the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays!

All You Magazine is well known in the couponing world for their great monthly coupons. Today until October 25, 2011 you can get a 6 month subscription, which is one issue per month for only $6 on Amazon.com. I'm thinking that this will make a great gift for the coupon shoppers on my Christmas list! Don't miss out! Only $1 per issue! Get this special offer here: Amazon.com

*Notice the picture above. It is the October 2011 edition and boasts having $61.40 in coupons inside! Not too bad for $1.

If you read about this tremendous offer here first please be polite and give a shout out with a link back. Thank you.

KCWC Blog Tour --- Surrendered Sleep Blog Tour — September 19-23

2011-09-21T09:00:00.034-04:00

KCWC BLOG TOUR
Russ@kathycarltonwillis.com

Post by: Kathy Carlton Willis Communications

Surrendered Sleep
A Biblical Perspective
Dr. Charles W. Page
www.surrenderedsleep.com
Publisher: Camino Real Pub.
ISBN-10: 9-780-983-138105ISBN-13: 978-0-9831381-0-5 â€¨Release Date: 9/15/2011

Paperback: 189 pages
Retail: $14.95

Book Summary

(Nacogdoches, TX) Sleep Clinics. Sleeping Pills. Sleep Systems. With all the focus on sleep, it’s obvious to anyone breathing (or not—in the case of sleep apnea) that sleep disorders are on everyone’s minds. Can’t fall asleep. Can’t stay asleep. So many problems, but so few zzzs.

Dr. Charles W. Page has been plagued with sleep deprivation his entire adult life. Whether from the rigorous unpredictable lifestyle of a general surgeon or dealing with obstructive sleep apnea, Dr. Page sees sleep as a precious commodity. Many of his surgical patients also report sleep problems on their medical histories. It’s certainly a widespread problem.

Although there is extensive medical literature regarding sleep, insomnia and sleep disorders, there is little instruction about these issues from a Christian worldview. Sleep was God’s idea—why shouldn’t we go to the One who created rest in the first place for answers to our sleep problems. One of the reasons Dr. Page wrote Surrendered Sleep was to heighten people’s awareness of the spiritual side of sleep issues, which often goes neglected in health and medical literature.

BONUS FEATURE: Balin Jam

(chapter 17 from Surrendered Sleep)

Balin jam (“may you pass your night in peace”)—it’s how the Fulani people of western Africa say goodbye. This Fulani expression best captures the message of Surrendered Sleep. Passing your night in peace, from a biblical perspective, involves a whole lot more than sleeping well. It encompasses surrendering every aspect of sleep to God. The prerequisite for having peace as we lay down to sleep is a growing, vibrant relationship with God. Everything in our lives, including sleep, flows out of our pursuit of our loving Father in Heaven. The ability to sleep is a multifaceted gift given by God, who likewise pursues a love relationship with every individual on this planet.... MORE

Author Bio

Dr. Charles W. Page is a sleep-deprived surgeon. He completed medical school and residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and serves as surgeon in rural Texas. Dr. Page is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Christian Medical and Dental Association. In addition to his involvement in the teaching ministry of his local church, he has participated in medical mission trips to Cameroon, Pakistan, Milawe, Nigeria, Mexico, Honduras and Nicaragua. He and his wife Joanna live in Texas with their five children.

Please Leave a comment related to this post below for a chance to win the Grand Prize. Names will be submitted to KCWC from all blogs involved in the blog tour and one grand prize winner will be randomly chosen by KCWC September 30, 2011.

$69.35 Value

Grand Prize Giveaway:

Surrendered Sleep Products
- Surrendered Sleep - Book
- Surrendered Sleep - 8-Volume DVD Series
- Sleep Songs - CD of music from Fletch Wiley

SLEEP - Lavender Vanilla Aromatherapy from Bath & BodyWorks
- Pillow Mist (4 oz)
- Body Wash & Foam Bath (2 oz)
- Lotion (2 oz)
- Candle (1.6 oz)

Amazon.com's Video game of the day will help you get fit while having fun on the Nintendo Wii or Xbox 360 kinect thanks to Zumba

2011-09-20T10:22:00.000-04:00

Have you joined the latest home video game fitness craze Zumba? If not today Amazon.com is featuring the game for nintendo wii and xbox360 kinect at Gold Box prices so it would be a great time to try them out!

Go to : Amazon.com for special pricing information.

Pricing for the Wii Version:

List Price: $39.99 Price:$25.00 You Save:$14.99 (37%)

Pricing for the Xbox 360 Kinect version:

List Price:$49.99 Price:$31.25 You Save:$18.74 (37%)

Both Ship for free via Free Super Saver Shipping.

Books to the Rescue' Apple iPad 2 Giveaway

2011-09-12T00:01:00.055-04:00

I was so excited to work with Shana at The Writer's Lair Books again and to promote this fabulous giveaway in order to promote reading and to be able to donate a book to our local school library. Many of you may remember my review of The Flightless Goose a while back which is a fabulous book published by The Writer's Lair Books. I have always loved to read and have felt that reading is an essential part of childhood. My daughter inherited my love of books multiplied many times over. She was always a child that preferred books to toys. People were amazed that even as a toddler she would bring you book after book to read and listen for as long as you would read to her. When she learned how to read she was unstoppable! She read everything from billboards, food packages, even her grandparents senior citizens magazines! I love to see children reading and to encourage their love of books. While I know most of you won't read past "ipad 2 giveaway" I hope that I'm wrong and the true message to promote literacy is heard.

'Books to the Rescue' iPad 2 Giveaway.

This giveaway is so fabulous and extrememly important. Why?

Because each blogger that is participating in this giveaway is donating a book to either a school, library, or youth organization.

Flightless Goose by Eric D. Goodman and Red Rain by Tim Wendel are two fantastic books that are appropriate for elementary and high school aged students respectively. I was so excited that so many bloggers wanted to be a part of this idea. Over 30 bloggers are participating in this event! Their fabulous blogs are listed below. AND one lucky person will win an Apple iPad 2! What do you have to do to get that? Well, it’s simple and easy to do. Below is our Rafflecopter entry form. In bold are the mandatory entries you have to complete in order to enter this giveaway. There are thirty-one (it's really not that many). You just go down the list and 'like' each Facebook page. You must like the facebook pages with your PERSONAL profile in order for your entry to be counted. You will click on “Click Here” and it will reveal a link. You must do them all to have officially entered the giveaway. You will earn 31 entries. It’s so easy (and fast). Below the mandatory 31, there are additional actions that you may do to earn extra entries (like bonuses). Some you can do everyday until the giveaway is over. Who doesn’t like extra credit? There is no need to re-enter on each blog. If you enter on one blog it will register on the other 30 blogs participating in this giveaway. You MUST be 18+ to enter. The contest begins at 12:01 a.m. EST, September 12, 2011, and the contest is over 11:59 p.m. EST, September 28, 2011 and is open worldwide. So, you got it? Sure? If you have any questions, you can leave us a reply and we will follow up. So, ON YOUR MARK…GET READY…GET SET…GO! Our Cool Bloggers: Prowling Books In the Lair /Crazy for Books/voiceBoks /Misadventures with Andi/ The Adventures of J-Man and MillerBug/ Our Family World/ At Home Moma/ Our Way to Learn/ Celebration Ideas Online/ Quality Baskets/ Counting My Kisses/ The Write To Make A Living/ Pawsitive Living/ I Am A Reader, Not A Writer/ Insights By April/ My Devotional Thoughts/ Enjoy Life, Enjoy Now/ChicnSavvy Reviews/Lori's Reading Corner/ 7 On a Shoestring/ Rants~N~Scribbles/ Bubba and Mack/ Simply Stacie/ Makobi Scribe/ Sassy Mama In LA/ Deals 4 Dummies/ Your Child Will Read/ Books Are Wonderful/ Centsible Savings/ Mummy Deals/StuffSmart

Back to School ... Pray! By Carla McDougal

2011-08-18T09:45:00.005-04:00

Back to School ... Pray!

By Carla McDougal

Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up.

Deuteronomy 6:5,7

Excitement’s in the air! Anticipation rises. It’s that time of year when the kids go back to school.

Who can forget watching your child go to "big school" for the first time? I remember those bittersweet moments as each of my four children kissed me good-bye. I always knew that day would arrive, but nothing prepared me for the moment.

Elementary school seemed to fly by and almost overnight they were in junior high and then high school. And in a blink of an eye, they were off to college. Where did the years go?

I learned early on that when my children were away from home, praying for them comforted me. By turning them over to God I experienced a calm peace. Year after year my prayers intensified, yet remained the same…

Elementary School – Will he make a friend? Will he eat all his lunch, or just the cookies and chips? God help him to love You with all his heart.
Junior/Senior High –Will he make the right friends? Is he paying attention to the teacher? God, help him love You with all his soul.
College - Will he make some forever friends? Is he making the right life decisions? God, help him to love You with all his strength.

Just as our children face challenges, we as moms face our own set of challenges…

To pray over our children no matter where they are in life.
To be on our knees for those God entrusted to us.
To ultimately pray for each child to love Jesus with all his heart, soul, and mind!
Finally, to let them know we are praying for them each day! What a blessing it is to pray for our children.

I ask you to take advantage of this new season too. Do you need a fresh start? Where are you in your relationship with God? In my Bible study, Reflecting Him – Living for Jesus and Loving It, I encourage you to find Jesus in your everyday activities. He is there for us 24 hours a day, and He wants to hear our everyday prayers!

Author Bio

CARLA MCDOUGAL is founder of Reflective Life Ministries headquartered in the Houston, Texas area. Her true passion for her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, shines brightly, whether she is speaking or writing. She shares experiences from her own life to encourage women to live every day for Him. God is sending Carla around the world to speak to women from all walks of life—those living in the best of circumstances to those who have hit rock bottom.

Carla’s book, Reflecting Him: Living for Jesus and Loving It, is a 10-week study that encourages you to open your eyes to God’s daily life lessons. The more you ask God to be in your life, the more you will recognize His hand on everything you do. For more information on a growing number of products from Reflective Life Ministries, and to see about booking Carla for an event or interview, go towww.reflectivelifeministries.org.

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This article content is provided free of charge by the author through Kathy Carlton Willis Communications. You are welcome to place this article on your site or in your publication as long as 1) it’s used in its entirety, 2) the full bio is also used, and 3) you previously request permission through KCWC at russ@kathycarltonwillis.com.

All other standard copyrights apply.

Free 1yr Subscription to Martha Stewart Living

2011-08-09T18:27:00.000-04:00

Hurry over to Rewards Gold to take advantage of this fantastic offer. One free year of Martha Stewart Living Magazine. I have received magazine subscriptions from Rewards Gold before and like that they do not have an auto renewal feature. Rewards Gold will ask you a few questions and you answer them in order to take advantage of this reward. They will also ask for you to share the offer by providing a friend's name and email address. I can tell you from experience that offers like this don't last long! Make sure to sign up today.
Thanks to Ann at Ann Crabs for the heads up on this offer.

Kashi Free Sample

2011-08-02T22:41:00.011-04:00

Hurry over to Kashi to grab your choice of samples. They are currently offering a choice of Kashi® Cinnamon Harvest® Cereal or Kashi® TLC® Peanutty Dark Chocolate layered granola bar. Of course, I chose the Dark Chocolate layered granola bar! Gotta love chocolate! Happy Healthy Snacking!

Winner ~ Orient Automatic Watch Giveaway ($135 value) ~ Christmas in July Blog Hop

2011-08-01T02:26:00.000-04:00

Please join me in congratulating:

Tannawings!

Thank you for all who participated in this giveaway. Don't forget that you can use the coupon code "stuffsmart50" until 8/31/11 to receive 50% off at Orient Watch USA.

Stay tuned for more great giveaways here on StuffSmart!

The Night Night Book by Marianne Richmond

2011-07-30T09:00:00.001-04:00

I was given the opportunity to review a sweet little book for bedtime reading. The Night Night Book by Marianne Richmond is a board book for you to read to your infant and to read with your toddler. This is a sturdy book and is sized well for toddler's little hands. In this book we follow a child on their way to bed saying Night Night to things that filled their busy day before finally reaching the bed to lay down to go Night Night. It is written in a way that helps your child wind down before laying down to sleep.

The cover is only a sample of the artwork that is contained in this book. While I would describe the illustrations as bright and entertaining they are also masterfully done in tones that are soothing.

I would recommend The Night Night Book by Marianne Richmond. The book is available at most bookstores as well as at Amazon.com. This book also qualifies for Amazon's 4-for- 3 promotion meaning that you can mix it with other promotional items to buy 3 and get a fourth one free! Books make great gifts for children. Keep this book in mind when shopping for baby showers, birthdays, Christmas and other Holidays.

*Disclosure: I was provided with a copy of The Night Night Book for review. The review posted is my honest opinion. I was not compensated for this review.

Orient Automatic Watch Giveaway ($135 value) ~ Christmas in July Blog Hop

2011-07-25T09:00:00.021-04:00

Orient Watch is turning 60 years old. Never heard of them? Honestly I hadn't either. They must be the best kept secret in the automatic watch industry. With nearly 60 yrs in business they produce nearly 2 million pieces worldwide each year. That's a lot of watches. Check out their beautiful collection of watches. They have something for everyone from the dainty to the handsome watches for men. Visit Orient Watch and check out their exquisite timepieces like their CEM75002D or the CEY04002B. Thanks to Orient watch StuffSmart readers have the chance to win a beautiful timepiece of their own. The sponsor is offering one lucky winner their choice of one of the three women's watches below with values up to $135. As a special bonus StuffSmart Readers can use Coupon Code stuffsmart50 to get 50% off a purchase. Code expires 8/31/11.

Rules: Please play fair and make sure all of the rules are followed. One entrant per household, ip address etc. Contest is open to U.S. Residents Only. Contest opens 9am EST on July 25th and ends at 11:59 pm EST on July 31st. Winner will be chosen via random.org. Winner will be emailed and have 72 hrs to respond or an alternate winner will be chosen.

*Mandatory entry (must be done for any extra entries to count): Follow StuffSmart and FunsmartReviews publicly via Google Friend Connect. Then leave a comment letting me know that you completed this step.

Extra entries: Please leave a seperate comment for each that you do.

Visit one of the Orient Watch links above and browse their site. Come back and leave a comment and link to a watch you like and leave a comment saying why you like it. (You may do this once daily)
"Like" Orient Watch on facebook. (In the spirit of supporting your fellow blogger feel free to leave a comment saying you found out about them through StuffSmart's Blog or leaving a comment under the comment I have on their wall.)
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Make Sure to check out the other #ChristmasInJuly giveaways!

Happy 4th of July!

2011-07-04T23:53:00.000-04:00

Thank you doesn't begin to show the appreciation for those who have sacrificed and continue to sacrifice for our freedom. God Bless.

Great Deals at Totsy!

2011-07-04T22:44:00.001-04:00

What is Totsy? Totsy is a savings site that is accessible by invitation only and offers amazing discounts on clothing and products for children and adults. Products are available while quantities last and only for a short period of time meaning if you find something you better jump on it. That's exactly what I just did. I was looking for a great quality lunch box for my daughter and found the MatSack on sale for $11.90 (regular retail $19.95) Shipping was $7.95. What made this deal even sweeter was that there is a one time use coupon code valid for $15 off purchases of $16 or more (not incl. tax or shipping). I was able to order 2 MatSacks for $15.95 using this coupon code instead of $19.45 for one without the code.

If you aren't in the market for a lunchbox they also have several great children's clothing deals that would be great to pair with this offer. Don't forget to check out the Paul Frank PJ pants for women that are on sale for $12 each!

For those of you not members you may use my invitation link to join. Happy Shopping! Most of today's deals exp in 11hrs.
Invitation: Totsy Invitation
Discount Code: vipmom

Fun Smart Reviews: Kingdom Tales Book One: Tales of the Kingdom

2011-06-19T03:57:00.000-04:00

Fun Smart Reviews: Kingdom Tales Book One: Tales of the Kingdom: "If you love Christian books that the whole family will enjoy, be sure to read The Kingdom Tales series, by David and Karen Mains. These are..."

My Kind of Tea Party

2011-06-17T19:09:00.000-04:00

This tea party has nothing to do with any political movements. This tea party involves two of my favorite things, tea and a good sale. I absolutely love sitting down with a nice cup of tea. I love experimenting with different flavors and learning the benefits of various blends. The upside is that tea is also good for you. It is filled with antioxidants that are beneficial for your health. I like to try different brands, flavors and styles of tea. I use loose teas and bagged teas.

I first discovered Stash Tea when the Target SuperStore opened in our area. I was checking out the tea isle and of course the sale signs drew my attention to a tea brand that I wasn't familiar with. I picked out a couple of flavors and as the saying goes, the rest is history. Stash Tea comes in a variety of flavors and is available in regular and decaf in most of their blends. One of my favorite blends from Stash is their Chocolate Hazelnut Tea. I add a touch of sugar and creamer to the Chocolate Hazelnut Tea and it is absolutely delicious. It is like dessert in a cup.

The Tea Party going on now is on Amazon.com. The currently have their Stash Tea on sale. You may place a one time order at the sale price or you can choose the subscribe and save option and save an additional 15%. For those you who are not familiar with Amazon's subscribe and save program you may sign up for deliveries every 1,2,3 or 6 months shipping to your home automatically. Shipping is free and the 15% discount continues to be applied. Please note though that the base price of the item may go up or down so you may want to check it before your scheduled shipment. If you change your mind about subscribe and save you may cancel at any time. To manage your subscribe and save account, go to my account. Then click on subscribe and save and you can change the frequency of shipments or cancel all together. That's not all, this offer is even better since you until June 30, 2011 use coupon code STASHT97. There are several blends available and several flavors. Currently the Chocolate Hazelnut Decaf is on sale for $15.63 for 6- 18ct boxes (total of 108 tea bags). If you choose subscribe and save the price is $13.29 (.12 per tea bag). You may then use the coupon code above for an additional discount increasing your savings. The Stash Tea site's price on this tea is approx. .18 a bag before shipping and tax. So overall Amazon is offering a great deal. Stop by and treat yourself to some tea. I'd love to hear your feedback on how you like your tea, flavors you recommend etc.

~Enjoy

StuffSmart's Stash Tea on Amazon Link

* This post is my own. I have not been compensated in any way. This post was to share my experience with Stash Tea and a current sale that I became aware of as an Amazon.com affiliate.
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