Giveaways & Reviews

Win A $100 Best Buy Card Thanks To Blogher

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:35:00 +0000

The new Samsung 4-Door LCD Refrigerator with Apps organizes more than just your food. BlogHer asked their bloggers how this refrigerator would help simplify their lives. See what they had to say and enter for a chance to win a $100 Best Buy gift card from BlogHer on each blog!

I want a potable germ free self cleaning toilet seat.

Jamie from Jamie Cooks It Up is in awe of how far technology has come. “Technology in all it's different forms has plowed its way into our lives reshaping the way the whole world operates.” Find out which refridgerator features would reshape her world.

Felicity from Our Little Bee Hive loves to keep her favorite recipes handy. “How much easier would it be to answer, “what do you feel like for dinner?” when you have a screen full of fabulous recipes right there in the kitchen where all the magic happens?”

Karly from Buns In My Oven has a thing for appliances with bells and whistles. “How convenient would it be to just pull up a recipe on the door of your fridge?” Read what other features caught her attention.

Angelia from Eclectic Recipes is always active and busy. “The screen uses all kinds of special apps that will make your life so much easier.” Learn about all the other apps that would make her life easier.

Sharyl from The Little Brown House utilizes her refrigerator as command central in her home. “The refrigerator happens to be the one thing in the house that the whole family interacts with every day.” Find out how this fridge would be her communication hub.

Cookin Canuck has several task on her daily to-do list. “What I really need is one central place where I can organize all of this information.” See how she would use the refrigerator's screen.

Angie from Big Red Couch dreams of space-age technology. “This would be a dream refrigerator for me! With a mere touch of my finger I would have the world in my kitchen. Communications, organization and time management would be at my fingertips.”

Erica from My Colombian Recipes says, ”As a busy mom and food blogger, I spend most of my day in the kitchen and one of my favorite appliances is the refrigerator.” Check out why this fridge is on her wish list.

Deborah from Taste and Tell wants to be a more organized person. “This refrigerator would definitely help me in that area!” See what other features would help her throughout the day.

Naomi from Bakers Royale has many roles in life that keep her busy. “It would be like having a personal coach to help me put some sanity back in my life by keeping me more organized and efficient.” Find out what else this fridge could do for her.

Check here for chances to win.

The sweepstakes runs from July 25, 2011 to August 19, 2011 and is only open to individuals who, at the time of entry deadline, are legal residents of the United States and are 18 years or older. See official rules for details.

Pretty Little Liars: Secrets and Friendship

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Fri, 27 May 2011 19:34:00 +0000

I watched the episodes of Pretty Little Liars found on the ABC website. Needless to say when I started watching I couldn't stop. I wanted to know what happened next. I found the show very entertaining.

Friendship comes easy to women but having real friends is hard to do. True friends are to come by. Do you think it’s appropriate for friends to keep secrets from each other. In what circumstances might it be okay? I think we as individuals must have some secrets. We all need privacy to a degree. I know I don't tell my friends everything. Not even my very best friends know everything about me. I guess you can say I think secrets are OK in certain circumstances.

Alison is known for her secrets. The girls thought Alison are finding out they don't know her well at all. After her death a lot of her secrets are being revealed and the girls are questioning their friendship and Alison's friendship as well.

What about lying. Do you think lying is OK? Watching this show you will see the lies unfold making Pretty Little Liars a must see.

Do you keep secrets from your friends? Do you think keeping secrets from your friends is OK? What about to the degree Alison did? What about what really happened at Hilton Head? Please comment and tell me what you think in this post!

Do you believe Spenser's and the other girl's secrets where the cause of Alison's death? I do! I can't wait to see what happens next on Pretty Little Liars. This has became my new must see show! Plus I totally dig some of their stylish clothes.

Check out Pretty Little Liars today! Pre-order your copy of the Pretty Little Liars Season One on DVD here today!

“I have been hired by Warner Bros. WBWord division to promote Pretty Little Liars: The Complete First Season on DVD.”

Goalforit.com Program Review

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Fri, 27 May 2011 14:19:00 +0000

Goalforit tries and help people of all ages bring more focus and personal success into everyday life by recognizing, developing and capitalizing on their own unique strengths & abilities. It makes doing chores fun. Now kids will want to do their chores. How awesome is that! I think it would be nice not to have to worry about fighting over chores in your house again!

Goalforit has Chore Chart that is an easy-to-use tool that helps teach kids about responsibility, proper behavior & manners and habits for good health. These are essential skills that helps your child develop a great foundation for their future. You can customize your child’s chart by choosing a background and adding goals & chores from the 40 different ones they offer.

Once logged in to Goalforit, you will be taken to your Profile page. Your child’s chart will appear under the Kids Charts section. Click on your child’s chart. If your has completed a chore you click on the circle next to the chore for that day and choose which sticker you want for that chore. Once a sticker is picked for that chore it will be used for the entire week for that chore.

Moolah is an optional point system you can use as an incentive for your child to successfully complete their chores each day. You turn Moolah points on by assigning a point value (1-50) to each chores you have added to a chart during step 3 of the chart creation process. How cool is that! Your kids can be rewarded for their hard work! You also receive reward certificates from the Moolah point system for your kids accomplishments.

Goalforit has chore charts for kids and teens in many different cool styles your kids will love. These are 100 percent free. How awesome is that.

Check it out for yourself and watch your child's improvement for yourself. If you don't like it you can stop at any time but that won't be the case. You will notice your kids initiative change drastically since they will enjoy doing chores they will do them more often without being told!

Goalforit also has behavior charts and to do list. Check it out today!

Disclaimer: I received a sample for review. No other compensation was received for this post or to host a giveaway. All opinions are mine and are valid. My can't be bought or swayed either way.

To Claim My Blog on Blog Dash!

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Fri, 20 May 2011 04:54:00 +0000

I have added this image to claim my blog on Blog Dash. Check it out for yourself!

Smallville: Superhuman Powers

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 15 May 2011 03:25:00 +0000

Smallville is awesome and we all love that heartthrob (Clark Kent). I am actually very sad that the show had to come to an end. In these episodes of Smallville over the years we have seen him display some amazing Superhuman Powers? Which power is your favorite out of all his powers? Which one would you love to have and why?

Heat Vision - ("Heat" Season 2, Ep. 2): Heat vision, the Kryptonian power of emitting heat and fire beams from the eyes, is specifically triggered through sex drive impulsion and can be controlled through dedicated practice. Clark finds his Heat Vision in Season 2 "Heat" while wathcing a nautre film in Biology class and sets the movie screen on fire. He learns how to control the Heat Vision and uses it to protect himself and others. Why is this your favorite superpower and what would you do if you obtained Heat Vision?

Super Speed - ("Pilot" Season 1, Ep. 1): The earliest manifested Kryptonian power which allows Clark to move at speeds faster than the speed of light. In Season 1 "Pilot," Clark misses his bus but reveals his super speed when he outruns it through a cornfield. Why is this your favorite superpower and what would you do if you obtained Super Speed?

Super Strength - If you watch Clark in all of his episodes you will notice Clarks ability to be able bend metals and objects no person can bend. He can even defend the Earth by pushing another planet into the Atmosphere. The strength he displays is amazing. He could stop a train.

Super Healing - Clark Kent always heals faster than normal humans. If he does get hurt. Bullets tend to bounce off of him and fire doesn't even seem to touch him. I would love to be able to heal like that and not even have a scar.

Super Hearing - Clark Kent has some super sensitive hearing. He can hear clear across town when someone needs his help. He can hear the things no one else can. It is very hard to keep a secret from this guy.

Flying - Clark Kent can now fly. How awesome is that! It took him a long time to be able to do this but now he has completely transitioned from the blur to superman according to the last episode.

Out of all Clark Kent's Super Abilities I would love to have the ability of speed. I never have enough time in the day to get what I needed done. Speed would help me with this. I could have all the time in the world if I had Clark Kent's speed. That is my favorite Superhuman Power! What is yours? Comment on this post and let me know!

Purchase the complete series of Smallville here for $224.99.

The 'Smallville: The Complete Series' DVD lets you experience the exciting journey Clark Kent embarks upon to realize his destiny! With over 24 hours of special features and 2 hours of never before seen footage, the complete series on DVD is the ultimate resource for the Smallville fan! * http://amzn.to/if4Uxa * Includes 62 discs, never before seen production art and behind the scenes photos from the set!

"I have been hired by Warner Bros WBWord division to raise awareness for the Smallville DVD release."

Smallville: Romance

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 08 May 2011 03:44:00 +0000

Which Lady Love of Clark's is your favorite? Clark Kent's Love life has always been complicated. So much Drama with Lana, Chloe is like a sister who has always had feelings for Clark, and Lois has liked Clark but then like turned into feelings in time because they were destined to be together.

I love watching the romance on Smallville. Clark seems so innocent at love yet tends to make so many mistakes trying to protect the women he loves. I love watching this show. Their is drama, action, and romance! It has it all!

Lois Lane - ("Crusade" Season 4, Ep. 1): A slowly developed relationship over the years; from complete strangers to romantic lovers, Lois Lane is a journalist for the Daily Planet. After five years of friendship with Clark, they fall in love and she becomes Clark Kent's fiancee. She first appears in Season 4 "Crusade," when she arrives in Smallville to investigate the death of her cousin Chloe. She meets Clark for the first time when he falls from the sky and is found naked in a corn field. She wraps a red blanket around him (iconic for his future cape) and begins their reltionship. Does their relationship live up to this moment?

Lana Lang - ("Exile" Season 3, Ep. 1): One of the most important and dramatic relationships of the series, Lana is a superheroine who fights to preserve life. Lana is Lex Luthor's ex-wife and Clark Kent's first love. She grew up a mile away from Clark, who admired her from afar for years. Clark finally asks her out in highschool and she becomes an important part in his life. In Season 3 "Exile," Lana Lang tries to bring Clark back to Smallville after he heads to Metropolis under the influence of the red kryptonite ring. How is this an indicator of a significant romantic relationship?

Chloe Sullivan - ("Whisper," Season 3, Ep. 10): Chloe, whose relationship with Clark is one of the longest and most complicated in the series, is Clark's best friend and hides an unrequited love for Clark. She is Lois Lane's cousin and first met Clark in eight grade. In Season 3 "Whisper," Chloe and Clark patch their rocky relationship after Clark discovers that Chloe has been helping Lionel Luthor uncover information about him in exchange for a job at the Daily Planet. Is this the sign of a strong relationship?

I think Lois is my favorite for Clark's relationships. Their friendship and growth of love over time makes their relationship stronger. Plus she has so much spunk and attitude. Her loyalty to the blur is a plus but working at the Daily Planet with Clark Kent made both her and Clark realize they have real chemistry. Clark almost ruins it many times but their love stands the test of time when he realizes he needs her and doesn't want a life without her.

Chloe is to much of a sister and at times she is just a bit to confusing. Plus her role protecting Clark would be complicated if the were involved.

Lana was to toxic and was surrounded with to much Drama all the time. They spent more time trying to protect their relationship than actually having one. Plus Lex was always somewhere in the picture. I was glad when they finally took her out of the picture.

Tell me which relationship of Clark's is your favorite and why by commenting below.

Purchase the complete series of Smallville here for $224.99.

With the 'Smallville: The Complete Series' DVD, fans will be able to relive all of Clark Kent's romantic encounters, from start to finish! With an Exclusive Daily Planet newspaper written by DC Comics that highlights the important storylines developed during the 10-year run of the show, the Smallville Complete Series is a must-have for all Smallville fans! * http://amzn.to/if4Uxa * Includes 62 discs, never before seen production art and behind the scenes photos from the set!

"I have been hired by Warner Bros WBWord division to raise awareness for the Smallville DVD release."

Snapfish Review - Perfect Gifts for Mother's Day

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sat, 07 May 2011 21:17:00 +0000

Snapfish by HP is the number one online photo service.

With Snapfish you can enjoy:

Secure, unlimited online photo sharing & storage
Professional-quality prints for as low as 9¢ each
Over 100 customizable photo gifts, from display-quality photo books and posters to photo mugs and jewelry
Our 110% quality guarantee and the Snapfish Price Promise
Free online photo editing tools
Private group rooms for sharing with friends & family
Free uploading from your mobile phone
Subscription video sharing & storage plans

They help you preserve, enjoy, and make the most of your memories, while providing the best value at the same time.

Snapfish offers many mother's day and awesome father's day keepsakes at reasonable prices. Photos make the best gifts for any parents. Capturing a memory and preserving that memory to cherish for life is somethings as a parent I love doing. I love photos and taking pictures of my kids. I know someday my pictures will mean just as much to them as they do to me.

Honor mom by capturing her favorite moments in a personalized photo book. You can even archive her favorite family recipes! Snapfish offers photo books with many creative layouts and a range of sizes including 8x11, 8x8, 5x7 and even 4x6 flip books, great for all occasions. This would be awesome for keeping your family pictures. Any mom would love a photo book filled with her favorite memories. Their prices range from $5.00 to $45.00. That is completely affordable.

Put mom’s favorite picture on a bracelet so she can wear it every day. Check it out! Mom can put her favorite picture in this Leather bracelet with photo charm and carry it around with her wherever she goes! How awesome is that! This is only priced at $22.99. Plus black goes with everything!

Looking for a gift she’ll cherish forever? Snapfish’s new sterling silver necklace with swinging locket allows you to display mom’s favorite photo in a locket that is sealed in a waterproof, UV-resistant coating to protect the image. Sent in a gift box, Snapfish does the wrapping for you. Now you can put the kids photos in this beautiful locket for mom so she can where is everywhere. Now she can look at pictures of her kids when she is not with them. This lovely locket is priced at $85.00 and perfect for Mother's Day!

The Keepsake Box is Perfect for keeping all her prized possessions in one place, this beautiful keepsake box is made of dark-stained wood and features one glossy photo tile, measuring 5" X 2¼" deep. You can keep your keepsake jewelry in this beautiful Mother's Day box. This is perfect for Mother's day and can be personalized just for mom. This is priced at $29.99.

Who doesn’t love a thoughtful greeting card? But why settle for one you can buy anywhere? Instead, show your appreciation for mom by sending her a personalized photo greeting card on her special day. Snapfish offers a myriad of selections with more than 3,000 designs. You can even create a recordable greeting card to show mom how much you care, whether she’s close or far. Cards always make the best gifts for mom and a personalized greeting card is perfect! You may purchase these wonderful cards as low as $0.29 a card.

Snapfish offers so many wonderful unique personalized gifts that would be perfect for any holiday including Mother's Day. Nothing says I love you more than a personalized gist with photos you cherish and can keep forever. These are gifts you can pass on. How awesome is that!

Available at your local Walmart:
Photo books– Looking for a thoughtful gift that’s easy on your wallet and your busy life? You can create and purchase a treasured keepsake while catching up on errands at your local Walmart. HP and Walmart offers instant Photo Books in sizes ranging from 4x6 to 12x12 (product availability varies by store). Even better, Walmart is offering a price rollback now through June 30th for great gifts at significant savings.

Photo greeting card – Waited until the last minute to get Mom a card, but don’t want to settle for the picked-over selection at the store? Create a custom photo greeting card in-store at Walmart and watch Mom smile as she opens it.

Snapfish offers free shipping with orders over $20.00 until May 31, 2011. You also get 50 4 x 6 free prints with first upload. Now that is savings.

Check out Snapfish for more awesome deals for personalized gifts for your family. Personalized gifts are always best and Snapfish offers awesome gifts at awesome prices for any occasion!

Disclaimer: I received a sample for review. No other compensation was received for this post or to host a giveaway. All opinions are mine and are valid. My can't be bought or swayed either way.

I have moved to Texas

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sat, 07 May 2011 03:29:00 +0000

Sorry I haven't been on here as much but I live in Texas now. We moved. It took three days to get here! Goodbye NC. I will miss you;-)

Much Love

Smallville: Rivalries

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 22:13:00 +0000

I am doing this fun project as part of the Warner Brothers Word of Mouth team, in honor of the upcoming release of the Complete Series of Smallville. I love Smallville. You will too if you watched it. As soon as I started I was hooked. Granted I was sad to hear that this show was coming to an end. But I can't wait to see the show finale.

What is more interesting than Clark's love life is his rivalries. The one that sticks out the most famous to me is Lex Luther. They started out best friends and turned into enemies. They had a love - hate relationship! Even when fighting each other you get the impression they still care about each other. Lex always competed with Clark over everything! He wanted everything of Clark's.

Another Rival of Clark's I find interesting besides Lex is the alternate Clark. It is a bit creepy to see an evil Clark. This Clark is Clark Luther instead of Clark Kent. Clark gets to see why Lex turned out the way he did and sees what would happen if he too was raised by Lyonel Luther.

My favorite rival of Clarks will always be Lex though! He was big part of the show and always seem to hold the most power I think. Just like my favorite girl in Clark's life will be Louis verses Lana.

Smallville rocks! Once you start watching you have to watch it to the very end. Because you can't help but wonder what happens next! I am so going to miss that! Plus girls let's face it Clark Kent is hot! Who wouldn't get lost in those eyes!

What is your favorite Rival! Comment below and tell me who you would choose!

Purchase the complete series of Smallville here for $224.99.

Relive the epic battles and the iconic rivalries with the 'Smallville: The Complete Series' DVD! * http://amzn.to/if4Uxa * Includes 62 discs, never before seen production art and behind the scenes photos from the set!

"I have been hired by Warner Bros WBWord division to raise awareness for the Smallville DVD release."

THE HUB TV NETWORK ADDS TRULY OUTRAGEOUS ANIMATED SERIES

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 02:46:00 +0000

This was brought to you by Caitlin Settlemoir from Bender/Helper Impact.

‘JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS’ TO PROGRAM LINEUP

BEGINNING MAY 31

Acquired Series Kicks Off with Special “Jem and the Holograms” Marathon

Presented on May 28; Network Also Acquires Animated Favorite “Conan the Adventurer”

LOS ANGELES – The Hub Television network, a destination for kids and their families, has acquired two popular animated hit series that build on the network’s strategy of providing programming that kids and families can enjoy together. The iconic and beloved pop-culture series “Jem and the Holograms,” which originally aired in the late 1980s, will join The Hub’s schedule weekdays beginning Tuesday, May 31, at 7 p.m. ET (with encore performances throughout each day) and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. ET.

A special sneak peek of the first 6 episodes of “Jem and the Holograms” will be presented on Saturday, May 28, from 2-5 p.m. ET.

Additionally, fan-favorite, half-hour, animated series “Conan the Adventurer” will make its way on to the Hub’s summer schedule, joining a diverse lineup of live-action and animated programs on The Hub, a joint venture of Discovery Communications and Hasbro, Inc., now available to 62 million U.S. cable and satellite households.

The series “Jem and the Holograms” ran from 1985-’88 in first-run syndication and still boasts a loyal and vocal fan base. It is frequently credited with influencing fashion in the late 1980s and beyond, and launching the careers of female pop-rock stars and music groups. The series follows Jerrica Benton, whose discovery of Synergy, a powerful computer companion, allows her to transform from co-owner of Starlight Music into rock star Jem. Teaming with her sister and best friends who form The Holograms, Jem sets out to make their musical dreams come true, even as she battles against the ruthless Eric Raymond and his musical protégés, The Misfits. The series was a joint collaboration of Hasbro Inc., Marvel Productions, as well as Sunbow Productions and was acquired from the Hasbro Studios library.

In addition, The Hub is adding to its lineup the animated action series “Conan the Adventurer” (to be presented weekdays beginning Tuesday, May 31 at 7:00 a.m. ET with encore presentations on Sundays at 6:00 a.m. ET). The series follows the mighty warrior’s quest to undo the spell cast upon his family by driving his enemies back into another dimension, and vanquishing their leader, the cruel wizard, Wrath-Amon. The series originally ran from 1992–‘94, and was produced by Jetlag Productions as well as Sunbow Productions and was acquired from the Hasbro Studios library.

THE HUB is a multi-platform joint venture between Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) and Hasbro, Inc., (NASDAQ: HAS) with a goal of entertaining, enlightening, empowering and educating children and their families. The cable and satellite television network features original programming as well as content from Discovery's library of award-winning children's educational programming; from Hasbro's rich portfolio of entertainment and educational properties built during the past 90 years; and from leading third-party producers worldwide. The Hub lineup includes animated and live-action series, specials and game shows, and the network extends its content through a robust and engaging online presence, www.hubworld.com. The Hub rebranded from Discovery Kids on October 10, 2010, and reaches approximately 62 million U.S. households. The Hub logo and name are trademarks of Hub Television Networks, LLC. All rights reserved.

You can visit The Hub on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/hubtvnetwork

Note: For artwork, visit www.press.discovery.com

J & D Foods Big Giveaway Winner

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 03:03:00 +0000

J & D Foods Big Giveaway Winner is comment #25 chosen by Random.org!

Congratulations to May you have 72 hours after the email I just sent you to claim your prize or an alternate winner will be chosen.

7 Ways to Improve Your Child’s School Performance

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:55:00 +0000

This article was brought to you by beachmom oftwo

By Lisa Pecos

School is where kids acquire the bulk of their learning, but it is hard to have success at school without a solid foundation of education in the home, starting at a very early age and continuing through the teen years. Most parents are aware of the things they can do to prepare their young children for the school years, but too many parents neglect to continue their early efforts, assuming that the teachers will take care of the rest. If you want your child to have the best chances of success later in life, it is important to continue your educational efforts. Here are just a few ways that you can help.

1. Reading – According to the U.S. Department of Education, parents should make an effort to read to their children at least 30 minutes a day. Because very young children often do not have the patience for reading sessions this long, it may be advisable to break it up into several short reading periods throughout the day. This prepares the child to learn to read, and it strengthens the parent-child bond. Even after a child starts reading on his or her own, it is an essential activity.

2. Talk about should – Many children are in the habit of putting school out of their minds as soon as they get home, but if you want your child to remain engaged and perform well in her homework, try to make sure she does not forget what she learned that day. At dinner and other convenient times, ask about what types of things she learned in school that day, and be sure to ask follow-up questions and engage in real conversation. This will keep her thinking about what she learned, which will assist in internalizing the new information.

3. Fill your home with books – Studies have shown that children who grow up in houses that are full of books tend to fare better in school. Even if you do not have tons of books, just a few dozen high-quality and interesting books can make a huge difference. Having newspapers and magazines around can also help.

4. Be involved with school – Parental engagement translates into child engagement, and it keeps you abreast of what is happening during those hours when your child is at school. As much as your schedule allows, try to be active in the parent-teacher community, and make sure that you establish strong relationships with all your child’s significant teachers. A positive side effect of this is that it will set a positive example of community involvement for your children to emulate.

5. Be open to questions – Children usually get the chance to ask questions at school, but in many cases there either is not enough time, or kids are simply too embarrassed to ask certain questions. Try to make yourself into a go-to educational resource that your children can use whenever school is inadequate. Inform them that no questions are too silly, and that you will help them track down the answers to any questions you are unsure of.

6. Offer continuous encouragement – Most parents try to find a balance between overpraising their kids and not giving them enough encouragement. While your particular approach will depend on your child’s personality and your own parenting style, it is always a good idea to make sure your child knows you notice the work he puts into learning, and that you are proud of his achievements. Kids get reinforcement at school, but parental encouragement is much more valuable.

7. Place limits on media – The American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that parents permit their children no more than two hours of media consumption per day. This applies to television, video games, the internet, and mobile devices. When you add all these things together, two hours of media time may seem draconian to the youth of today, but kids have a remarkable ability to get used to these things.

About Lisa: Lisa Pecos, a wife and well accomplished writer whom firmly believes in natural colic treatment for infants. She has authored numerous articles in Parenting Journals on the topics of toddlers, kids and teenagers.

Show-Stopping Holiday Bites: Rose Beef Canapés

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:49:00 +0000

This recipe was brought to you by Leyane Jerejian from FSB Associates

By Kim Hendrickson,
Author of Savory Bites: Easy, Sophisticated Hors d'Oeuvres for Every Occasion

You decided weeks ago (when you thought you had endless time) to have friends join you to celebrate the holiday season but now that the event is almost here you are beginning to panic.

Stop! Relax!

Give yourself the gift of preparing an easy and show-stopping small bite that will please everyone, in your crowd.

We all know we eat with our eyes first, this recipe will give your guests a small bite that they will be delighted to look at and just as eager to devour! Once you get the hang of making beef roses, these canapés couldn't be simpler.

The toasted canapés bottoms can be prepared and frozen in advance. The herb cream cheese can be made and refrigerated a week in advance or, in a pinch, can be easily substituted with store-bought Boursin Cheese. The beef roses can be assembled and frozen on a tray, waiting in anticipation to being used for your next gathering. The arugula is the only ingredient that needs to be chopped in advance but even assembling these elements can be done a full day in advance.

These original and tasty bites are substantial and will keep your guests satisfied while you enjoy your own holiday party.

Recipe:
Rose Beef Canapés
Yield: 24 canapés

8-12 large slices whole grain bread
4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
6 ounces whipped cream cheese
¼ cup milk
1 small clove garlic, minced
¼ cup chopped mixed fresh herbs (chives, marjoram, tarragon, and/or basil)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large bunch arugula
12 thin slices rare roast beef
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2-inch round cutter

Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut two or three 2-inch rounds from each slice of bread for a total of 24 rounds. Brush both sides of each slice with melted butter. Place on a baking sheet and toast until brown, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Blend cream cheese with milk, garlic, and herbs in a small bowl until smooth and season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread an even layer of the now herbed cheese on top of each toast piece.

Stack several arugula leaves and roll tightly. Thinly slice the roll to create fine ribbons of arugula. Repeat with remaining arugula; you should have about 3 cups. Top each toast with a small mound of arugula.

Place one slice of beef on a cutting board and cut a strip down each side, 1 inch from the browned edge. Put aside the center part for another use. Take one strip and roll it up, tightly at first, then less and less so. Pinch the inside, non-dark edge of the roll. Fold down the outside edges to create "petals." Finally, cut a thin slice off the bottom where you have been holding it together to create a flat base.

Nestle the rose atop the arugula and into the spread. Sprinkle a few pieces of red onion in the center of the rose. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

© 2010 Kim Hendrickson, author of Savory Bites: Easy, Sophisticated Hors d'Oeuvres for Every Occasion

Author Bio
Kim Hendrickson, is the author of the Tastefully Small™cookbook series, and the winner of two Florida Publishers Association gold medals. She has catered for the New York Metropolitan Opera, and the Penguin Rep Theatre, the Bizarre Food show and Slangman's World. She is a regular presenter at the World Tea Expo, the John C. Campbell Folk School, and at culinary events throughout the New York are. Kim teaches that good food is more than good taste; it's the fun and joy of creating something beautiful and sharing it with others.
For more information please visit www.salviapress.com

Tastefully Small Savory Bites
Easy, Sophisticated Hors d'Oeuvres for Every Occasion
By Kim Hendrickson
Published by Atlantic Publishing Group Inc.
June 2010;$18.95US/$20.95CAN; 978-0-9844315-0-2

Small is beautiful.

Everyone loves an hors d'oeuvre. Beauty, flavor, and novelty, all packed into a small bite, are what give a good "appetizer" its name.

This collection of more than fifty original morsels, from Wild Mushroom Rugelach to Thai Shrimp Baskets, Orange Pecan Brie Cups, and Country Pâté Truffles, gives you the know-how to dazzle even the most discerning guest. Step-by-step instructions, vibrant color photos, and lovely watercolor illustrations make the most dramatic dishes easy. Every recipe includes both bite-size and full-size versions and variations. Nearly every item can be made either all or partly in advance, giving you more time with your guests.

Whether for a cocktail part, buffet, or afternoon tea, Savory Bites is your complete source for entertaining, including chapters on vegetable canapés, "naked canapés" (simple biscuits and crackers), and basic guidelines for a successful event. For a sure case of love at first bite, make it Tastefully Small.™

Author Bio
Kim Hendrickson, is the author of the Tastefully Small™cookbook series, and the winner of two Florida Publishers Association gold medals. She has catered for the New York Metropolitan Opera, and the Penguin Rep Theatre, the Bizarre Food show and Slangman's World. She is a regular presenter at the World Tea Expo, the John C. Campbell Folk School, and at culinary events throughout the New York are. Kim teaches that good food is more than good taste; it's the fun and joy of creating something beautiful and sharing it with others.

For more information please visit www.salviapress.com.

Reviews
"This is one of the most beautiful cookbooks I've ever seen. It absolutely made me want to create some of these goodies myself. Really a masterpiece."
David "Slangman" Burke, Creator, PBS series Slangman's World

How to Beat the Childhood Obesity Epidemic

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:42:00 +0000

This article was brought to you by beachmom oftwo

By Marc Courtiol

According to the latest figures from the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 20 percent of American children between the ages of 6 and 11 are now obese, and 18 percent of young people between ages 12 and 19 meet the criteria for obesity. These numbers are startling enough on their own, and they do not even take into account the children who are officially overweight but not obese. All in all, one third of American children are bigger than they should be.

The effects of childhood overweight and obesity go far beyond the surface. According to the CDC, overweight young people have a higher risk of high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and high cholesterol, and this can increase their risk of health problems throughout life. Meanwhile, many overweight youths suffer from bone and joint problems, sleep apnea, and emotional problems resulting from low-self-esteem and social stigmatization. When overweight children grow up, continued health problems can lead to type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, osteoarthritis, and certain forms of cancer.

In light of all these facts, it is clear that parents should be doing more to make sure their children stay healthy. However, this can be more challenging than it sounds since kids are bombarded with media advertisements for unhealthy food, are pressured by other kids into eating unhealthy foods, and too often do not have healthy food options at school. Meanwhile, kids today consume more media than ever and spend less time outside, meaning that they rarely get the exercise they need.

Many parents accept these things as facts of modern life, but we do our children a disservice when we do not encourage them to be healthy. This is one of those areas where a little tough love on the part of parents can go a long way. Plus, by talking with your children and making them aware of these issues, you can recruit them on the side of health. Here are a few ideas to keep in mind:

* Avoid rewarding kids with sweets. This will get them into the habit of expecting sweet treats whenever they do anything good. Try using other rewards. Sweets may be powerful, but they send a potentially negative message.
* Serve breakfast. Studies have shown that kids who eat breakfast have lower body-mass indices. Plus, having breakfast gives your child a burst of energy and mental alertness that can help during school.
* Cut out unnecessary calories.> Even when our kids eat moderately and do not overindulge in desserts, it is common for them to still get hundreds of empty calories from things like sodas and fruit juices. In short, there is no reason for children to drink these things, and it cannot hurt to break this habit. Even most fruit juices that bill themselves as healthy are mostly high-fructose corn syrup. Give your child real, fresh fruit instead.
* Limit media time. Kids who consume less than two hours of media per day are on average healthier than those who consume more. This includes television, internet, mobile devices, and video games. Many kids initially resist these restrictions, but they soon find other more active ways to fill their time.
* Use lower-fat/calorie alternatives. Especially when it comes to ingredients in meals, you can usually get away with using lighter alternatives without a significant loss of flavor.
* Encourage healthier snacks and desserts. Many kids get into the habit of expecting sweet desserts after every meal, and some even expect to have additional sweets as snacks in between meals. You can encourage better habits by making fruits and vegetables available for snacks and desserts and saving those sweets for special occasions.
* Involve kids in meal planning: Educate yourself as much as possible with regard to health, and involve the kids in the process. Work together to create meals that are both healthy and tasty. Some kids are not interested in this type of involvement, but for others it can spark a lifelong love affair with healthy eating.

About Marc Courtiol: Marc Courtiol is an accomplished health researcher in the field of natural wellness. A graduate from Cornell, Marc is a contributing author for several online journal sites and believes in the many uses of gripe water.

The 6 Most Important Parent-Child Talks

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:37:00 +0000

This article was brought to us by Alex Ota

By Marc Courtiol

No one said parenting was going to be easy. As children grow up, countless issues can arise, and as parents it is our job to try to guide our children through these times to the best of our abilities. An essential part of this job is to talk to our children about serious issues that kids face. These talks are not always easy, and they can be downright uncomfortable for both parent and child. However, they are crucial for a child’s development, and they are also useful for establishing the lines of communication.

There are a few parent-child talks that we often think of as milestones because they occur at important moments in a child’s growth. Many of these talks are as difficult as they are important, and it is not always clear how to approach them. Here are six of the most difficult ones.

1. Bullying

All children face bullying at one time or another. What parenting experts tend to forget is that for every bullied child there is a bully, and in fact the same child may play both roles at various times. But even though we may think of bullying as a standard part of childhood, it is a serious issue. It can be damaging not only to kids’ self-esteem and confidence but also to their school performance. On the other side, bullying behavior often signals deep insecurities or unresolved troubles at home.

Bullying usually starts as early as pre-school, so it is never too early to bring up this topic. Later, it is important to make sure your child knows that he can come to you if he is ever bullied.

2. Self-esteem and body image

Eating disorders are a growing problem among young people of all backgrounds. These issues are most common in girls, but they are also on the rise among boys and young men. Although there are many causes of eating disorders, the most common are low self-esteem and body image problems that come about due to impossibly high standards of beauty set by the media and perpetuated by one’s peers.

The signs of eating disorders may begin as early as elementary school, and they tend to reach their peak during the teen years. In talking about this subject, it is important for parents tell their children that they are beautiful just as they are. While we don’t want to perpetuate the impossible beauty standards, it is a good idea to give our kids the tools to live healthy lives.

3. Puberty

All children undergo major physical and emotional changes during puberty. The physical effects of this stage of life are most obvious for girls, but boys may also feel bewildered by the changes they notice in their bodies. Most schools cover these issues in their sexual education programs, but parents need to be there to pick up the slack, especially given the fact that sex ed programs are being cut in many areas throughout the U.S.

4. Sex

The fabled sex talk may be the most difficult conversation that parents have to have with their children. We like to think that our kids are not interested in sex, but the uncomfortable fact is that humans are sexual beings from a very early age. Meanwhile, kids may be just as uncomfortable hearing about sex from their parents. But by approaching the topic with a sense of humor and in the spirit of openness, parents can make sure that the talk is relatively painless. Plus, a little mild discomfort never hurt anyone.

5. Smoking, drugs, and alcohol

Kids usually have their first exposure to cigarettes and drugs during middle school, and the pressures become more and more intense during high school before peaking in college. Kids need to know that they can talk with their parents about anything, and they should not feel afraid to talk openly about any peer pressure or temptation they may be facing from their peers. Drugs and alcohol can damage young people for life, so it is important to tackle these issues as early as possible.

6. Internet privacy

It may be hard to fathom, but these days there are college freshman who cannot remember a world without the internet. Unfortunately, young people are far ahead of their parents in the realm of technology and online communication. As a result, many parents are not even aware of many of the serious issues that the internet has created.

While we may worry most about things like internet porn or web-based predators, privacy online is likely to become one of the defining issues of our time. Kids are wont to be reckless with their web-based sharing, and this can have potentially disastrous effects on their future lives. Parents should make an effort to be literate with regard to these issues and to make sure their kids set limits online.

About Marc: Marc Courtiol is an accomplished health researcher in the field of natural wellness. A graduate from Cornell, Marc is a contributing author for several online journal sites and believes in the many uses of gripe water. Marc has a blog on improving digestive wellness published in the Natural Health Journals.

Premature Babies

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 04:35:00 +0000

This was shared by Alex Ota!

By Eirian Hallinan

There have been modern developments in caring for babies who are born prematurely. However, in terms of fixing the problem of premature birth (preterm labour) there has not been very much improvement. It is not fully understood why some women break their waters or go into labour too early.

A premature baby who has not fully developed can be at a higher risk of health problems.

Approximately one in three babies is delivered prematurely for medical reasons. This can be for the mother’s safety or the baby’s or both. The following is a list of reasons that can cause premature birth:

* Your work is very strenuous or physically demanding

* You have experienced miscarriages previously during the second trimester

* You have had three or more terminations

* You are younger than 17 or older than 35

* You smoke or use illegal drugs

* You have had a premature baby delivered previously or experienced preterm labour before

* You are carrying more than one infant

* You have an abnormally shaped uterus or abnormal cervix

* You became pregnant whilst using an IUD and was left in place during the pregnancy

* You have kidney disease, heart disease, diabetes, pre-eclampsia, an infection or other medical condition

* You have a cervical infection such as group B streptococci, chlamydia, syphilis, gardnerella, trichomoniasis or gonorrhoea

* You were seriously underweight when you became pregnant

* You are not receiving appropriate antenatal care

* Your mother used the medication diethylstilboestrol (DES) whilst pregnant with you

* You have had a cone biopsy of your cervix

A pregnancy normally lasts forty weeks and this is measured from the first day of the last period (38 weeks after fertilisation). The opening of the cervix, (contractions and dilation) prior to the 37th week is premature labour. Premature babies are born before the 37th week.

If your baby is born too early there is a strong possibility that his or her lungs won’t be sufficiently developed which means your baby could be put on a ventilator to facilitate breathing. Unfortunately using a ventilator can have its complications therefore doctors do try to ensure the baby is off the ventilator as soon as possible.

Maintaining a normal body temperature is a difficulty for some premature babies. They must be kept warm so they do not become hypothermic. Being fed intravenously is also common with premature babies because they often have not yet adequately developed the muscles which coordinate sucking and swallowing.

Other complications which can afflict premature babies can be:

* Bleeding in the brain

* A higher risk of infections in particular meningitis and septicaemia

* Jaundice

* Kidney function problems

Premature babies suffer from increased risks of health complications in the future. These can include chronic lung problems, cerebral palsy, hearing impairment, visual impairment or blindness.

There is no accurate way to predict which mothers will suffer from preterm labour. There are no definite preventative measures to ensure they won’t deliver premature babies. However, there has been some advancement in decreasing the risks and there have been vast improvements in the care and treatment of premature babies.

Eirian Hallinan has authored many articles on the Baby Care Journals website. She believes in natural health, especially in treating infant reflux.

5 Ways to Create Family Tradition and 5 Reasons Why We Should

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 04:13:00 +0000

This was sent to me to share by Leyane Jerejian from FSB Associates.

By Abigail Brenner, M.D.
Co-Author of The Essential Guide to Baby's First Year

Life today is so fast-paced and demanding, it’s important that we find ways to reconnect with each other on a daily basis. Establishing family traditions helps us do just that. Traditions are those special times that bring families together, allowing us to express unity as a family and to create bonds that last a lifetime. Since every family unit is unique unto itself, the traditions created by each family are sure to be unique and special to the whole family unit as well as to each of its members individually.

Focus traditions around daily activities
You can utilize every day rituals, the activities and routine of daily living, to establish family traditions. These might include rituals surrounding bedtime. Talking, reading, snuggling up together, and saying a prayer are things to look forward to on a regular basis.

Spending time alone with each child, such as having dinner with individual children or doing a hobby or project together personalizes experiences and affords parents the opportunity to recognize and encourage each child’s special qualities. Weekly family meetings (perhaps with a favorite dinner) allows for discussion of upcoming schedules and activities for each family member and provides a forum to air differences, raise important issues, and plan ahead for the family.

Create a yearly family tradition
These outings can include camping, hiking, or going fishing at the first sign of spring. The first ballgame of the season is often an event anticipated weeks ahead of time. A picnic to a favorite place or a backyard BBQ for friends and neighbors can create an atmosphere of cooperation in the planning and preparation for the event.

The entire family can participate in a “spring cleaning” day around the house, or perhaps a day annually or monthly to lend a hand within the community.

Take an annual family vacation
Family trips can include traveling to reunions to visit with extended family. An annual vacation may be purely for rest, relaxation, and fun, or may have an educational bent, such as a visit to a cultural/historical site or one that reflects a specific place or event that is being studied in school.

What’s important is that each family member has an opportunity to weigh in on choosing where the family should go. Family trips can also have themes, such as ecology, learning about the environment, working on a farm or ranch, or “service trips” such as helping a community at home or abroad.

Use your family history
These traditions provide a sense of continuity and cultural identity and allow us to explore the similarities, the things that resonate within each of us individually, with our ancestors. Visiting the cemetery to the gravesites of family members is common to many cultures and affords the family a time to honor and remember those who have gone before us.

Beyond hearing stories about one’s ancestors, making a trip of “discovery” to the mother country, the home of one’s ancestors, puts families up close and personal with the land and landmarks of one’s relatives.

Family objects and artifacts, things inherited from family members (Bibles, wine cups, candlesticks, baptismal outfits, Christmas ornaments, etc.) can be incorporated into family rituals and ceremonies.

Start a holiday tradition
Birthdays, anniversaries, and other personal family events are occasions to establish any number of traditions, such as a favorite cake or meal, or visiting a place closely associated with the event.

Annual religious and national rituals and ceremonies provide unity in community, celebrating with those who share ideas and beliefs. Beyond what we have in common, though, families can learn together about other spiritual traditions by visiting local houses of worship and participating in holidays and celebrations of other traditions. This practice encourages tolerance, acceptance, and diversity.

There’s no doubt that the benefits of establishing family traditions go well beyond spending time together. These are five reasons why we should create family traditions.

Traditions establish and strengthen family bonds by providing a solid structure, a sense of continuity, and a feeling of belonging.

Family teaches values. Traditions support and communicate a family’s belief system. They instill faith and convey the family’s perspective on life experiences.

The immediate family serves as your witnesses through life’s transitions, sharing and committing to each other in times of joy and celebrations and lending support and comfort through crises, disappointments, and losses.

A healthy family unit is a vital force in the nurturing and molding of a child’s identity. Family traditions are a sound way to foster a sense of stability and security and this contributes to the emotional health, self-esteem, and self-respect of family members.

The family serves as the model for all interpersonal relationships. The way an individual is cared for, supported, encouraged, allowed to express and be themselves in the family, or not, enormously influences the choices and decisions an individual makes moving into the future.

Family traditions are part of the “language” of a family, a short-hand, symbolic way of relating that everyone understands. As life moves forward and people grow and change, family traditions keep us connected. For sure, they create memories for everyone to share for a lifetime, and even beyond.

Copyright © 2011 Abigail Brenner, M.D., co-author of The Essential Guide to Baby's First Year.

Author Bio
Abigail Brenner, M.D., co-author of The Essential Guide To Baby's First Year, is a board certified psychiatrist currently in private practice as well as an ordained interfaith minister who helps people design, create, and perform personally meaningful rituals. She is also author of SHIFT: How to Deal When Life Changes, and the author of Transitions: How Women Embrace Change and Celebrate Life.

For more information please visit http://www.abigailbrenner.com and follow the author on Twitter or Facebook

Dependable Web Hosting fro Your Small Business Needs

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 03:05:00 +0000

Are you looking for reliable web hosting for your small business? Understand reliable does not mean cheap but web hosting you can truly depend on when starting your small business. Superb offers faster more reliable web hosting that would be valuable to anyone with a business to market online.

Superb has a team of certified engineers that manage the Superb's servers. How awesome is that. This means you have managed hosting 24 hours a day. That is what I call customer service. This is one less worry for you!

A Single Server Colocation is $99.00 a month. This offers you security and speed that other web hosts can't give you. Your server is kept in a location where it is safe, protected with video surveilance, in a cool environment, and with high bandwidth. You can have this without leaving your business or home. Sounds almost to good to be true but this is what you get with Superb.

You get superb web hosting with Superb. Check it out for yourself. Superb serves the US & Canada. This is great for all small business owners looking to start their own website.

Febreze Home Collection Wooden Wick Candles Giveaway Winner

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Febreze Home Collection Wooden Wick Candles Giveaway Winner is comment #36 chosen by Random.org!

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Live Brilliantly Review

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:22:00 +0000

"Brilliant Lenses Cleaner and optical microfiber cloth. A premium eyeglass cleaner with SR-8 that adds a protective barrier to lenses to resist scratches and soiling from water, sweat, dust and dirt. For ALL types of lenses.

Live Brilliantly Features:
Cleans Glass & Plastic Lenses
No Alcohol or Ammonia
Added scratch resistance with SR-8
Comes with a Micro Fiber Cleaning Pad
Also works on Phones, Monitors, and MP3 players!"

I was lucky to receive Brilliant Lenses Cleaner and optical microfiber cloth for review. I like the results it had on my glasses. It seems to have a protective coating to my glasses. Water doesn't seem to penetrate it and it is not too oily either. It is nice. It is priced at $4.99. This is great if you go to the beach a lot or work outside a lot.

Check out Get Cleaners Online for more products.

Overall I liked this product OK. It is reasonably priced.

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Scandle Shimmering Body Candle Review

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:07:00 +0000

"Scandle® LLC, the leading manufacturer and wholesaler of the finest quality massage candles and all natural spa beauty products releases the first-ever, patent-pending Shimmering Lotion Candle for Holiday 2010.

Made from the same all natural ingredients, The Scandle® Shimmering Lotion Candle will not only provide hydration for the skin but will provide the added benefits of giving skin a natural shimmer, masking wrinkles and skin imperfections by deflecting light, while simultaneously adding aroma and ambiance to any setting.

The Scandle is a candle that burns at 2 degrees above body temperature to produce a soothing oil for romantic massage, manicures/pedicures, or as a daily moisturizer.

Scandles come in over 18 fragrances (including 2 limited-edition holiday fragrances) and are packaged in refillable/reusable canisters and sustainable packaging. Scandle® LLC, the leading manufacturer and wholesaler of the finest quality massage candles and all natural spa beauty products releases the first-ever, patent-pending Shimmering Lotion Candle for Holiday 2010.

Scandle® Shimmering Lotion Candle Features:
Give Skin a Natural Shimmer
Hide Wrinkles & Imperfections by Deflecting Light
Hydrate Skin
While Adding Aroma & Ambiance to Any Setting"

I was lucky enough to receive a Scandle® Shimmering Lotion Candle for review. It was nice. It smelled heavenly. When the candle is melted you can have your hubby or boyfriend us it to massage into you skin. It is nice and hydrating. I loved it. I felt like I was floating away in the aroma. I just wish I had more. LOL. It made my skin feel so nice and soft. This product is priced at $22.95 and worth every penny.

Check out Scandle Candle for different scents.

Overall I loved the Scandle® Shimmering Lotion Candle and would recommend this product for anyone. If you are a busy mom like me this would be the perfect idea to help you relax!

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SmartKnitKIDS Sock Review

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 22:51:00 +0000

SmartKnitKIDS Socks are 100% truly seamless; they have “No Seams to Bug Ya!” A truly seam free sock is great for kids with Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism, or for those who simply cannot stand annoying sock seams. As well as being completely seamless, our socks are also form-fitting. This ensures that there are no wrinkles or bunches. A form-fitting design makes SmartKnitKIDS perfect for infant socks. No matter how much your little one may wiggle, the socks don’t come off. SmartKnitKIDS Seamless Socks do not have a heal so they can easily and confidently be slipped on. The heal-less design also keeps your child from out growing their socks as fast.

I was lucky enough to receive SmartKnitKIDS Socks for review. We received pink and white socks but as you see they come in many colors. My daughter and son both tried them. They material was soft and my kids seemed to enjoy the feeling of the socks on their feet. The socks had a smooth light feeling to them. Shoes seem to slip right on them. These socks are priced at $6.95. They com in many sizes.

Overall we loved the SmartKnitKIDS Socks we received. They are affordable and the feel wonderful. If you love comfort you will love this product.

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Twinlab® Marine Friends™ Children’s Omega-3 Powder Review

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 22:38:00 +0000

"Twinlab® Marine Friends™ Children’s Omega-3 Powder is a versatile, light tasting powder that blends almost invisibly into everyday foods and drinks like orange juice, yogurt, applesauce, baby food and fruit smoothies. Our formula contains a naturally sourced combination of DHA and EPA that is molecularly distilled for purity and provides 127mg of Omega-3s per serving, with no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives or sweeteners added.

Nutritionally Supports Normal Development Including:
• Brain*
• Heart*
• Eye*
• Normal Growth & Development*
• Overall Health & Well-being*"

This is like magic health powder is what I tell my kids. They don't even know that are eating vitamins because you can hide it in their food. Twinlab® Marine Friends™ Children’s Omega-3 Powder is healthy and helps in their developmental skills. I like most moms love vitamins and this is at my top. You can't even taste it. This is priced at $27.99.
Overall I and my kids loved this product and we would recommend this product to any kid. You can mix it in the food or drink. It is pricey but most vitamins are.

Check out Twinlabs for more awesome products.

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Phat QR Anti Cellulite Deep Tissue Massager Review

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 21:56:00 +0000

Cellulite affects 90 percent of women and 10 percent of men, mostly in industrial nations. Cellulite is a collection of stagnant fat cells underneath of skin that needs to be broken down by frequent massaging that improves circulation. Exercise and sensible diet is another "trick" that works, but not all of us like this "trick". Phat QR Anti Cellulite Deep Tissue Massager is a short cut.

Phat QR Anti Cellulite Deep Tissue Massager is a simple device that replaces a massage terapist and expensive lazer treatments. Can be used by anyone on any part of the body. How it works? It's a hand held device constructed with 7 deep set metal spheres that roll on your skin and provide deep tissue massage improving circulation and delivering oxygen to the stagnant cells. It breaks down bulging and uneven fat cells "ironing" out the surface of the skin.

I was lucky enough to receive a Phat QR Anti Cellulite Deep Tissue Massager for review. It is not the most comforting device but it does massage deep in the tissue. I like my husband using it on me. It almost feels professional. I use it on my legs and thighs.

You have to be careful because using the Phat QR Anti Cellulite Deep Tissue Massager can leave bruises. They usually appear a day or two after use but the Phat QR Anti Cellulite Deep Tissue Massager does work against Cellulite. It massages it to submission and your skin looks nice and even. You can tell a big difference after a week. This is prefect for us ladies. We all have certain places we feel uncomfortable with because of Cellulite.

The Phat QR Anti Cellulite Deep Tissue Massager is priced at $26.00. This is a good price compared to what you will be paying at a Spa! Pretty awesome huh! You can use this in the privacy of your own home.

Check out Skin QR Organics for more awesome skin products.

You get free domestic shipping with orders $100.00 and up.

Overall I enjoyed this product and wait to try this long term to see what effects it has. I would recommend this product to any woman.

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Magnablade Review

noreply@blogger.com (sweepstakesjeanie@yahoo.com) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 16:47:00 +0000

MAGNAblade uses patented technology to extend the life of razor blades by a factor of up to 6 times! If you currently replace your blade every 2 weeks, you will be able to use the same blade for up to 12 weeks! How awesome does that sound.

MAGNAblade is a revolutionary new product that extends the performance of most razor blades currently on the market. It accomplishes this with the built-in magnetic force field that prevents the separations of the molecules on the edge of the blade keeping it sharper longer.

Think about all the money you will save on buying shavers because you won't have to worry about replacing them as often. Plus MAGNAblade doesn't allow razors to rust as quickly. I got the opportunity to review MAGNAblade and I was very happy with the results. It is a great razor dock that gives razors a longer life span.

MAGNAblade Features:
Eco-friendly
Extends the life of your razor.
Works Instantly
Economical

Lets face it most adults shave. So these babies are a necessity. You can purchase this here for $24.99. A good price for something that will last 12 weeks.

Overall I was pleases with my experience with this product. This is great for those that need to shave all the time.

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