LifeLock is proud to partner with Relativity Media in the upcoming theatrical release of “Act of Valor,” one of most authentic action movies ever made.  “Act of Valor” was filmed using actual Navy SEALs, weapons and tactics – giving you a glimpse into the fast-paced, adrenaline fueled world of America’s elite military.  This is SUCH a guy movie… these are real SEALS!!!! I expect the line to see this movie will be a bunch of Dads and some single guys just looking for a great popcorn action flick!

DESCRIPTION OF THE FILM
An unprecedented blend of real-life heroism and original filmmaking, Act of Valor stars a group of active-duty Navy SEALs in a powerful story of contemporary global anti-terrorism. Inspired by true events, the film combines stunning combat sequences, up-to-the minute battlefield technology and heart-pumping emotion for the ultimate action adventure.

Act of Valor takes audiences deep into the secretive world of the most elite, highly trained group of warriors in the modern world. When the rescue of a kidnapped CIA operative leads to the discovery of a deadly terrorist plot against the U.S., a team of SEALs is dispatched on a worldwide manhunt. As the valiant men of the Bandito Platoon race to stop a coordinated attack that could kill and wound thousands of American civilians, they must balance their commitment to country, team and their families back home.

Each time they accomplish their mission, a new piece of intelligence reveals another shocking twist to the deadly terror plot, which stretches from Chechnya to the Philippines and from Ukraine to Somalia. The widening operation sends the SEALs across the globe as they track the terrorist ring to the U.S.-Mexico border, where they engage in an epic firefight with an outcome that has potentially unimaginable consequences for the future of America.

Just like there is no better protector of our country than the Navy SEALs, there is no better protector of your identity than LifeLock – which offers the most comprehensive identity theft protection service available.  Armed with advanced technologies and world class member service, identity thieves don’t stand a chance.

WIN TICKETS TO THE PREMIERE
Does this sound like a movie for you?  How about entering to win a trip to see the premiere and much much more?  Visit the Act of Valor tab on the LifeLock Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LifeLock?sk=app_310177202326156  where you can enter to win 2 tickets to the world premiere of the film.

The prize includes one trip for two (winner plus guest) to Los Angeles for the premiere. (Included is round-trip air transportation, ground transportation between the airport-hotel and the hotel-premiere event, hotel accommodations for for two nights, and $1,000 spending money for the winner.) Approximate retail value of the grand prize is up to $3,500.  Contest runs through February 3, 2012.

After entering to win, you can also write a note to a U.S. soldier and honor those who fight to protect our freedoms by sending them a message of thanks.

Additionally keep an eye out on the DaDa Rocks facebook wall – as I’ll be giving away some passes to see the movie (in your local movie hang).

As a Lifelock Ambassador, this is a sponsored post.

I love watching sports (and when I was younger I loved playing sports)… but when it comes to the big game – I really watch for the commercials – the ones that make me laugh or bring a tear to my eye (yah there have been some sappy ones) but those bud frogs will still get me to chuckle a bit.  This year might be a bit different cause my Team is in it to WIN IT! Go New York Giants!

Now I loved Kia’s ad last year featuring the toys (yah you know my history with Muno) so I’m really hoping this year can top it!

This year Kia will be featuring their “Drive the Dream” commercial and I’m looking forward to seeing the traction it gets. Over the years their cars have really started to leave more of an imprint and I think this year is no exception to that rule. Kia’s actually so excited about the new release of their Optima Limited inspired commercial (airing during the 4^th Quarter) that they’re hosting a Twitter Party!

The party will be held this coming Thursday, February 2, 2012 from 7 to 8pm EST. You wouldn’t necessarily think there would be this much excitement over a commercial but when you combine the Big Game, Mötley Crüe, Mr. Sandman, and the all new Optima Limited you’re at a whole new level! Plus, we’ll be hanging out with some cool guys including Josh of @dadstreet , Drew of @BenSpark, Daniel of @M_oa_SD, and Ryan of @daddyDigest.

If you’d like to participate please make sure that you follow those guys as well as myself @DadStreet, @Kia,  and use the hashtag #KiaSandman. See you at the Party on Thursday!

Disclosure: I have accepted a prepaid gift card and potentially other compensation from Kia Motors America, Inc. in exchange for my services to promote Kia’s Twitter Party being held between 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. ET on February 2, 2012.

KIA MOTORS DREAMS UP SUPER BOWL COMMERCIAL STARRING SUPERMODEL ADRIANA LIMA, ROCK LEGENDS MÖTLEY CRÜE AND MMA FIGHTER CHUCK LIDDELL

“Mr. Sandman” Brings a Dream to an Unsuspecting Couple in 60-Second Spot to Introduce New 2012 Optima Limited; Kia is First to Premiere Super Bowl Ad in Movie Theaters

• “Drive the Dream” campaign’s soundtrack includes The Chordettes’ recording of “Mr. Sandman” and Mötley Crüe’s “Kickstart My Heart”
• Noam Murro, director of the upcoming Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures’ “300” prequel, helms fast-growing automaker’s Super Bowl ad for second consecutive year

IRVINE, Calif., January 25, 2012 – Dreams have been a topic of speculation and interest throughout history, and Kia Motors America (KMA) is tapping into the idea of dreams revealing true desires in a new 60-second commercial set to air during the fourth quarter of Super Bowl XLVI. In the spot, titled “Drive the Dream,” the new 2012 Optima Limited races through a Gen X couple’s wildest thoughts as they sleep, including: Victoria’s Secret® Angel Adriana Lima waving the checkered flag at a speedway; an in-your-face Mötley Crüe concert; mixed martial arts legend Chuck Liddell battling in the ring; a heroine and hunk on horseback in a romance novel setting; champion bull rider Judd Leffew taming a bucking rhinoceros; and a fairy tale ending.

Kia returns to the big game for the third straight year with a fully integrated marketing campaign incorporating TV, cinema, digital, print, social media and in-dealership components. In a Super Bowl advertising first, the complete “Drive the Dream” ad will premiere on February 2 on more than 18,000 movie screens nationwide in National CineMedia’s FirstLook pre-show program before airing in the game. Kia also will run 15-second teaser ads featuring Adriana Lima on TV and in cinema beginning on January 27, while also leveraging the Twitter and Facebook channels of the spot’s celebrity cast. A special expanded version of the ad will be available at YouTube.com/Kia beginning on February 2.

“With more than 100 million people watching the Super Bowl broadcast and millions more viewing content online around the world, Kia will once again deliver a memorable, one-of-a-kind campaign that entertains people before, during and after the game and leaves them wanting to see the Optima Limited fantasy again and again,” said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing & communications, KMA. “We selected an eclectic group of celebrities and personalities for ‘Drive the Dream’ to enable us to tap into a diverse body of fan bases and leverage each talent’s expansive social media footprint.”

Created by David&Goliath, “Drive the Dream” opens with the familiar notes of The Chordettes’ “Mr. Sandman” as a real-life Mr. Sandman enters the bedroom of an unsuspecting young couple who are asleep. After being sprinkled with “Sweet Dreams” dust, the woman smiles and envisions herself on a horse with a romance novel-like hunk in a beautiful green meadow. Meanwhile, Mr. Sandman accidentally stumbles and spills his entire night’s dust supply on the man, launching an extreme dream sequence that begins with the roaring guitars of Mötley Crüe’s “Kickstart My Heart” and Adriana Lima waving a checkered flag as he blasts around a race track at night in a Snow White Pearl Optima Limited with thousands of bikini-clad fans cheering him on from the stands.

As he circles the track with Lima looking on adoringly, the dreaming driver receives nods of approval from the band as bursts of flames and fireworks surround their stage as well as Chuck Liddell, champion bull rider Judd Leffew, and a pair of lumberjacks sawing a massive submarine sandwich.

“Mötley Crüe had a blast doing the Kia commercial,” said bassist Nikki Sixx. “A hot model, a fast car, a pro fighter, pyrotechnics and rock n’ roll…What’s not to love?”

Much to the disbelief of Lima and drummer Tommy Lee, the high-octane dream turns into a fairy tale when the husband makes a conscious decision to drive the Optima Limited off the race track and into his wife’s fantasy to win her back from Prince Charming.

“After working with Kia for the Super Bowl last year I was drawn to work with the fast-growing brand again by the idea of exploring people’s ultimate fantasies in a fun and lighthearted way, and I am certain we have created a spot people will be talking about after the game,” said director, Noam Murro.

As part of the “Drive the Dream” campaign, beginning on Thursday, February 2 consumers can download a $25 pre-paid test drive voucher (*1) at Kia.com that is redeemable after eligible consumers visit a Kia dealership and complete a test drive of any Optima model.

New for 2012 (*2), the Optima Limited adds a new level refinement to the premium technology, convenience and performance features found on Kia’s award-winning turbocharged Optima SX. In addition to head-turning design, class-leading horsepower and fuel efficiency and a class-exclusive panoramic sunroof, the Optima Limited offers elegant touches that modern drivers would expect to find in the car of their dreams, such as: unique design 18-inch wheels, high-grade Nappa leather seating, LED accent lights, chrome exterior accents and sporty red brake calipers.

Kia’s Unprecedented Growth

Kia Motors is the one of the world’s fastest moving global automotive brands; from 2009-2011 Kia launched more new vehicles in the U.S. than any other automaker, and under the guidance of chief design officer Peter Schreyer earned a reputation as an industry leader in automotive styling. Kia Motors America’s full line of fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive cars and CUVs has earned critical acclaim and dramatically increased consumer awareness, perception and consideration for the brand. In 2011, KMA recorded its 17th consecutive year of market share growth, thanks in part to the largest increase of any major brand in perceived quality (*3) and the industry’s highest brand loyalty ranking (*4). Kia’s U.S.-based manufacturing facility in West Point, Georgia – KMMG – is responsible for the creation of more than 10,000 plant and supplier jobs and builds the company’s two best-selling vehicles in the U.S. – the Sorento CUV and Optima midsize sedan (*5). Kia’s value and technology-laden 2012 model year lineup also includes the Sportage compact CUV, Soul urban passenger vehicle, Optima Hybrid, Forte compact sedan, Forte 5-door compact hatchback, Forte Koup two-door coupe, all-new Rio and Rio 5-door sub-compacts and Sedona minivan.

About Kia Motors America

Kia Motors America is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 755 dealers throughout the United States and serves as the “Official Automotive Partner of the NBA.” In 2011, KMA recorded its best-ever annual sales total and became one of the fastest growing car companies in the U.S. Kia is poised to continue its momentum and will continue to build the brand through design innovation, quality, value, advanced safety features and new technologies.

Information about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle line-up is available at its website – www.kia.com. For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com.

• 1 – Test drive offer is valid from 2/1/12 to 3/31/12. To be eligible, test-driver must be 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license. This offer is non-negotiable and non-transferable. One $25 Kia pre-paid vouncher per household. See Kia.com for complete terms and conditions.
• 2 – Expected to be available in March 2012
• 3 – Source: Automotive Lease Guide Spring 2011 Perceived Quality Study
• 4 – Source: Experian Automotive Q2 2011 market analysis
• 5 – Optima Hybrid is not built at KMMG

Dr. Robert W. Sears, MD, is a Board-Certified Pediatrician and nationally recognized co-author in the Sears Parenting Library. Dr. Sears will be joining us live from J&R jr. on Thursday, January 26th at 11:30am where he will discuss Babies First Weeks, Sleep Habits, Colic vs. Reflux, Lactose Intolerance, Feeding, and more. His written works include Happy Baby: The Organic Guide to Baby’s First 24 Months, Father’s First Steps: 25 Things Every New Dad Should Know, and The Vaccine Book: Making the Right Decision for Your Child (Sears Parenting Library). Thanks to Colief and Big City Moms!

Watch the Webcast Here:

Gotta love the simple things in life… like enjoying the game or enjoying a brew while enjoying the game.

Issue when you’re enjoying the game and forgot the opener to enjoy the brew.  Solution The Clicker the universal remote that has a bottle opener. Whats next toilets with TVs? ehh..

The basics it works with a good long lists of devices – like programmed with over 800 factory pre-sets and works with almost all major cable and satellite dish boxes - it has a good amount of typical universal remote functions. Supports twin view and Picture-in-Picture functions for multiple game watching, and can be universally programmed for up to eight components, including your TV, DVD player, Cable box, DVR, Satellite, CD and AMP

You can pick this up on http://www.myclicker.com/ and on brookstone.com and enjoy the big upcoming games!

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. January 31st, 2012.

You must comment telling us what bottles you’ll be opening with the remote, please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)

You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/dadarocks

You get 1 extra entry for following them on twitter –twitter.com/MyClicker

You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:

@MyClicker @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/zaEj7R  and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.

Example: I want to win the universal remote control thats a bottle opener too from @MyClicker & @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/zaEj7R

You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook – facebook.com/dadarocks you must comment that you’re a fan

You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook of them – http://www.facebook.com/pages/MyClicker/110972058929658 you must comment that you’re a fan

You get 1 extra entry for subscribing to our Feedburner digest mailing (right side subscribe by email) – you must also comment that you’ve subscribed

You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner! Limited to the USA.

Disclaimer: The Clicker is providing the prize for the raffle.

Since the holidays its time for my family to extend the warmest wishes to you and your family.  Its been a crazy year when you think about it… lots of mixed emotions of highs and lows and I know that we all share these same trials in our lives.

The most recent trial has to be the stress of getting a good gift for my wife for the holidays.

Like a typical wife – she tells me not to worry it doesnt matter – yahhh theres a bear trap in there. Here my short list of springing your self from that trap and hopefully not end up giving her a vacuum cleaner (although I hear the Kenmore Intuition vacuum is amazing!) and not getting thrown out of the house or hit upside the head with a frying pan.

Studio based Family Portraits – its a solid A+ in any wife’s I want book. Add in some pampering time for her to get ready, maybe a haircut and color the day before for her and really hit a homerun.

As you know my wife is a family photographer really specializing in outdoor candids but you cant take pictures of yourself all that well and sometimes you need to go in to a studio add a backdrop and have a photo session like the one we did at PhotoOpNYC. You know they take good photos when the husband of a photographer is posting their images. The thing with PhotoOpNYC is not only do they take family shots you could easily just do a glamor session for your wife as well there.

A new handbag – its a B in the rating book – B is for bag now really its kind of done and over played. Also what did you get your own mother if the answer is a BAG then you cant be getting one for your wife too. Clearly the higher the price the better the bag.  See what her friends are wearing during these weeks of holiday parties and events and try to notice if she drools over anyone bag or just what brand their wearing. Make sure your wife doesnt already have the same bag cause then you just get in trouble for not noticing her.

A romantic night out – its a A or a B or a C – this one is tricky it really depends – first giving night outs as a gift isnt all that great cause its a reward for both of you (kind of like a gift to yourself) but if the plan is to stay overnight at a hotel its in that A or B range if its just dinner its a B to C range.  So any add on to dinner is a solid B depending on the event it could be an A.  Dinner and a Movie is a C why cause its just casual. A night out to spark something…. getting dressed up, heading to the hottest place in town, heading out dancing or to a hard to get ticket/broadway show/concert — thats a A it is all smooth and places she wants to go.

New Clothes – its a B in terms of idea – but if you spring for the high end fashions you could easily warm her up to an A

Last quick tip the rock solid jewelry – its a B in concept and a C or a D if she doesnt like it but here price does matter – if its a diamond the bigger the better.

No more excuses people – the concept of I left the gift at home doesnt work… just sneak off to the bathroom use your smartphone and order an e-gift card – have it dropped right into their email inbox.

Even on Christmas day or while spinning the dreidel, you can literally order an online E-Gift Card and have it delivered within an hour!!  Or perhaps you really just don’t know what to get your step-dad who has everything (and I do mean everything), just get him an e-gift card and your done.

Sears E- Gift Cards can be delivered via email, printed out, or mailed the old fashioned way

When you start running out of time – you start thinking of places where you can cross of the most amount of people at one time… Brookstone is pretty awesome at doing just that.

For Kids: Rover App-Controlled Spy Tank with Night Vision

The Rover Spy Tank is App-Controlled by your iPod touch (2nd, 3rd and 4th generation), iPhone device, or iPad tablet. It generates its own Wi-Fi wireless connection for your smart device (no frequency interference!). The impressive wireless range lets it travel up to 200 ft. unobstructed, up to 100 ft. around walls into other rooms. Navigate it with the on-screen driving arrows or use the G-Drive Mode that uses your device’s accelerometer like a steering wheel in your hand. Now on sale for $99.99 its a steal! and the kids will LOVE IT! Remember they also need a iOS device first… otherwise this gift will get pricey when they ask you to buy it as well! I personally tested this bad boy out and its SWEET!

For lazy no good Just eat cereal all day college kid: Obol, the Never-Soggy Cereal Bowl

Obol’s unique Swoop n Scoop design lets you enjoy cereal or anything crispy until the last bite.
And with its easy-to-hold, textured non-slip grip and rim, you can eat wherever you like–in bed or while watching a movie. Kids love Obol! And moms will, too. It’s made in the USA from BPA-free, unbreakable polypropylene–and it’s dishwasher-safe.

For Mom: Aqua-Jet Foot Spa

Slip your feet in and two powerful water jets get to work right away. Just choose your speed, sit back and enjoy as it works to increase circulation, relieve tight muscles and relax tired feet. But the relief doesn’t end there—two rolling nodes provide kneading massage to your arches leaving no tired muscle untouched.

Most important part of this one is to give her time to use it.

For me dad: Brookstone Anti-Snore Pillow

Built-in support system cradles your head and neck, to help keep your chin out and your airway more open.
At first glance, the pillow looks–and feels–like a pressure-relieving memory foam neck pillow. Inside, an innovative support system cradles your head and neck, keeping your chin out to help keep your airway more open. Back sleeper or side sleeper, it makes no difference. You get the sleep support and comfort you need, and your partner can finally sleep through a quiet night, too. To customize the support level of the pillow to your specific size, simply unzip the removable, washable outer cover to access the three removable support pads. Pillow fits into a standard pillow case.

For toddlers: Boogie Board Large

The pressure-sensitive LCD surface displays lines of different thickness–just like pen and paper. Jot down thoughts with the included stylus or other suitable instrument (even your fingernail!). You can also erase at the touch of a button. Worried you’ll accidentally erase? The erase-lock switch on the side prevents accidental erasure. Ultra-thin, the Boogie Board 10.5 size is only ½” thick—saving space while also saving reams of waste paper from impacting the environment. Convenient stylus holder built-in on the top. One-touch erase button clears the screen, 2 replaceable AAAA batteries (last for tens of thousands of erases) and cleaning cloth included. < I’ve seen this now 4 times in the airport stores and I’ve played with it for 10 minutes each thinking how much my toddler son would love drawing on this!

For in-laws: Mini Flask (wait this might be better suited as a present to yourself)

Obol’s unique Swoop n Scoop® design lets you enjoy cereal or anything crispy until the last bite.
And with its easy-to-hold, textured non-slip grip and rim, you can eat wherever you like–in bed or while watching a movie. Kids love Obol®! And moms will, too. It’s made in the USA from BPA-free, unbreakable polypropylene–and it’s dishwasher-safe.

Shop Your Way Rewards, Exclusive Deals for Dec. 18th – 24th

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It’s an online coupon book with 80+ in-store and online offers for SYWR (Shop Your Way Rewards) memberships only.  Shop Your Way Rewards is a loyalty program for Sears customers by providing rewards and benefits. Members are rewarded with custom offers throughout the year based on their shopping. Plus, you’ll enjoy sale notifications and a dedicated customer service call center.

The program is free - simply shop like you always do. When checking out in store, present your Member card, phone number or email address to an Associate for points credit. When checking out online, be sure to enter your Shop Your Way Rewards Member number and PIN, and your purchases will be automatically credited to your Member account.

Sign up today by going to SYWR page on Sears.com  or at your local Sears store, via mobile devise or via phone Click “Join Now” on this site and complete the membership form. You’ll receive your Member number as soon as you click “submit.” Print a copy of your confirmation so you can begin earning points right away by providing your Member number every time you make a purchase! You can also enroll by asking an Associate at a participating Sears, Kmart or the great indoors store for a Shop Your Way Rewards enrollment brochure. It takes just a few minutes to sign up and you can start earning points immediately.

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