The CookieCoo Dancing Star app lets kids play along with their favorite traditional children’s songs, like “Hokey Pokey,” while watching a whimsical 3D cookie character dance and sing with the music. CookieCoo Dancing Star is a perfect combination of fun and learning—it’s a game parents can feel good about letting their kids play, because they’ll be learning and practicing important concepts while they enjoy themselves.

 Download CookieCoo Dancing Star for FREE from May 18 – 31 here:

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To celebrate, CookieCoo Dancing Star will be giving away a $200 Amazon Gift Card to one lucky reader! Giveaway is open worldwide and ends May 31st at 11:59 PM EST.

CookieCoo is also giving away an additional $100 on their Facebook Fanpage. Visit for more information!

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Founded in 1954, BURGER KING^® is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER^®, our commitment to premium ingredients, signature recipes, and family-friendly dining experiences is what has defined our brand for more than 50 successful years.

Burger King has added new items to their menu to give more options so you can have your lunch or dinner your way! I'm sure you guys have seen the new commercials featuring David Beckham, Salma Hayek, Sofia Vergara, Steven Tyler & Jay Leno that feature a lot of the new items. If you haven't, you can check them out here.  The new items include:

New Garden Fresh Salads at BURGER KING^® are made fresh daily with premium ingredients that can be topped with your choice of TENDERCRISP^® or juicy TENDERGRILL^® chicken. Varieties include:

• Chicken BLT Garden Fresh Salad ~ made with a three cheese blend, thick cut bacon, tomatoes and red onion, served with Ken’s^® Avocado Ranch dressing
• Chicken, Apple and Cranberry Garden Fresh Salad ~ made with crisp apples, dried cranberries, bleu cheese and Ken’s^® Apple Cider Vinaigrette
• Chicken Caesar Garden Fresh Salad ~ made with 100% romaine lettuce, tomatoes, shaved parmesan cheese, and home-style croutons

New Snack Wraps at BURGER KING^® provide quick, flavorful snacks for less than 400 calories each. Snack Wrap options include:

• Honey Mustard Crispy Chicken Snack Wrap ~ A flour tortilla filled with crispy, marinated white meat chicken, a three-cheese blend,  and a combination of spring mix, romaine and iceberg lettuce, all topped with Ken’s^® Honey Mustard Dressing
• Ranch Crispy Chicken Snack Wrap ~ A flour tortilla filled with crispy, marinated white meat chicken, a three-cheese blend,  and a combination of spring mix, romaine and iceberg lettuce, all topped with Ken’s^® Ranch Dressing

New Crispy Chicken Strips at BURGER KING^® are made with white meat tenderloin chicken, marinated and lightly battered in seasoned home-style breading. The new Crispy Chicken Strips are perfect for dipping in one of eight BK^® classic or bold new sauces and are available in 3 or 5 piece servings
New Real Fruit Smoothies at BURGER KING^® are offered in 12, 16, and 20oz. servings, and are made fresh to order with real fruit, low-fat yogurt and juices blended together. Each smoothie provides a full serving of fruit and is offered in the following varieties:

• Tropical Mango
• Strawberry Banana

Rich and smooth Frappés at BURGER KING^® are made to order and provide the perfect combination of sweet Mocha or Caramel flavors, a hint coffee and ice. Offered in 12, 16, and 20oz. servings, frappes are available in the following varieties:

• Mocha Frappé ~ The perfect combination of sweet flavor, a hint of coffee and ice all topped with whipped topping and a swirl of fudge
• Caramel Frappé ~ The perfect combination of sweet flavor, a hint of coffee and ice all topped with whipped topping and a swirl of caramel

*At participating restaurants, Go to BK.com for nutritional info*

My family & I went to the Burger King near our house for lunch this weekend & were able to try a little bit of everything!

I tried the Chicken Caesar Garden Fresh Salad. It was fresh, crispy & delicious! One of the first salads that I've actually enjoyed at a Fast Food chain. I was very impressed & I loved the taste of the chicken! Yum! Let me stop – now I'm craving one!  >.<

To go with my salad, I tried a Real Fruit Tropical Mango smoothie & they were giving samples of the Strawberry Banana smoothie so Adrian got one of those. We were seriously fighting over the Tropical Mango smoothie. My husband, who ordered a soda, drank more than half of my smoothie! It was delish & refreshing! LOVED it & Adrian, who usually cries for a soda, drank his smoothie & finished the rest of mine! I hope they don't change these from their menu. My new fave!

Adrian ordered a Ranch Crispy Chicken Snack Wrap & he finished it all. Ever since we've been eating better, he's been making better choices when we do go out to eat. I was surprised he didn't ask for a burger but he said he loved it & even asked if we could buy one to take home for later. I took a bite & I agree, very yummy. I ordered one to go for me as well.

My husband ordered Chicken Strips which he said were surprisingly tender. He's more of a burger kind of guy but since he actually sampled ALL of our foods, he said he would easily order any of the new items next time we came rather than his usual. He loved them all. He had ordered a Mocha Frappé to go but I couldn't take a pic because he didn't give me the opportunity to! lol. I'm making him sound horrible – he's actually a health nut but doesn't mind going out to eat every once in a while & he really enjoyed all the items we tried.

You can try going to your nearest Burger King to see what they're sampling or be on the lookout for the Burger King Food Truck Tour - they'll be giving out free samples to try out as well! Be sure to check out Burger King's website or you can check them out on Facebook & Twitter as well for more information on their new menu items. Do you want to go out & try out these new items? Be sure to enter to win a $25 Gift Card to Burger King  BELOW!

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Inspired by one of Gucci's most iconic designs, Flora by Gucci: The Flora Garden Collection is a bouquet of refined eau de toilettes, designed to express the multi-faceted personality and depth of emotion of every woman. Glamorous, Gracious, Gorgeous — each fragrance is distinct, yet together all the scents embody the beauty and allure of Gucci's renowned Flora pattern, originally designed for the charismatic Princess Grace in 1966. Explore each bloom, and express your loveliness, with Flora by Gucci.

The Flora by Gucci collection comes in 3 fragrances: Gorgeousness Gardenia, Gracious Tuberose, and Glamorous Magnolia.

GLAMOROUS MAGNOLIA

A brilliant opening of buoyant freesia, zest and green leaves yields to a tactile fusion of peony and magnolia. Sandalwood, musk and warm chocolate lend sensuousness to a base that proves as lingering as it is addictive. Glamorous Magnolia celebrates the magnolia in all its guises: radiant freshness, velvet petals and an enduringly feminine sensuality. Glamour is assured.

GORGEOUS GARDENIA

A sparkling prelude of succulent red berries and juicy pear gives way to an opulent floral heart. The plushness of gardenia petals is enhanced by the creamy warmth of frangipani flower, underlaid by the delectable aroma of patchouli and brown sugar. Gorgeous Gardenia is a paean to the lightness of the shrub's first blossom and the addictive richness of it in full bloom. The result is gorgeously feminine.

GRACIOUS TUBEROSE

A distinctively elegant tuberose in which a verdant overture of violet leaves and peach softens into the plant's silken blossom. A base of white cedarwood and cistus enhances the impression of refined charm. Gracious Tuberose embraces all aspects of the flower's loveliness: its fresh green shoots, dew-sprinkled petals and lingering sillage. The effect is the most gracious aura.

These smell absolutely wonderful. I couldn't choose a favorite though! Each one has a floral scent but they're each different. The scent lasts a long time but it's not overpowering at all.  All I did was put a couple of dabs on my neck & wrists & even so, I've gotten compliments each and every time.  I know the perfume section at stores is sometimes avoided but I recommend checking this collection out. My Mom loves it & so does my 18 year old sister so it's perfect for any age group. We love this collection!

You can visit macys.com and sephora.com to learn more about the collection or to purchase your favorite scent.

Disclosure: I am a BzzAgent & was sent samples to review. However, all opinions stated are my own!

Welcome to the May Extreme Cash Giveaway! Life According to Damaris has teamed up with over 80 awesome blogs to bring you the chance to win $400 cash!

This giveaway runs for a whole month, so don’t worry if you don’t have time to do all the entries at once. And don’t forget there are daily entries as well so come back every day to rack up all the entries you can.

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Over 40 years ago, two Bavarian immigrants who resided in Minnesota decided they wanted to begin blending and baking their own unique mix of grains and nuts. This recipe would come straight from Northern Europe and was a recipe that had been used and shared with many people back in the old country. The founders never had any intention of marketing and selling their product initially. They baked it simply because they loved the taste of the granola they were making.

After a few years, friends and family began inquiring about the recipe. At this point, the founders began engaging in the idea of selling their granola commercially since it was developing such a cult-like following.

For the next three decades, the founders baked and sold their granola, slowly expanding their reach over much of southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. They originally formed a company called Nature’s Harvest, but then changed the name to Nature’s Hand a few years later.  The company had a loyal customer base that used the product as a cereal, a topping, and a baking ingredient with other delicious recipes.

The company is under new ownership but continues to sell the same yummy granola. The only thing that's changed is their packaging & they've added new flavors. They currently sell: Original Vanilla Almond, Cranberry Delight, French Vanilla Almond, Raisin Hazelnut, Cinnamon Apple, Maple Pecan, and Wild Blueberry.

I was able to review the Raisin Hazlenut & the Cranberry Delight. Both are only 120 calories per serving, 3.5 grams of fat, 0.5 grams of saturated fats, 0 mg of cholesterol, 0 mg of sodium, and only 7 grams of sugar. I love this granola – especially the Cranberry Delight. Tastes so yummy as a yogurt topping or on its own like Adrian likes to eat it. Nature's Hand gives you recipes that you can try out with each granola. They all look so good & the best part? They're healthy! This is one snack that I don't mind Adrian getting his hands on.

Adrian, my husband & I have been fighting over the bags but the good thing is, we can easily find Nature's Hand granola at our nearest Whole Foods or even at Piggly Wiggly. If you love granola or are trying to get into eating healthier snacks, give Nature's Hand granola a try. If you'd like, you can learn more about Nature's Hand products on their website, Twitter or Facebook. We will be giving away 2 packages of granola (winner's choice) to one winner, U.S. only so be sure to enter to win below!

Disclosure: This review was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own. All prizing for MSM giveaways is handled by a third party unless otherwise noted. For this reason prize fulfillment can take up to 90 days after the winners information is received.

 
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Psi Bands (pronounced "Sigh Bands") are acupressure wrist bands for the relief of nausea due to morning sickness (pregnancy), motion sickness/ travel, chemotherapy, and anesthesia.

Unlike any product on the market, Psi Bands are: Drug-free, Adjustable, Comfortable, Fashionable, Waterproof, Reusable, and Affordable.

FDA-cleared Psi Bands are a stylish alternative for those who suffer from nausea.

When I was pregnant with Adrian, I was one of those lucky moms who had morning/afternoon/night sickness for the WHOLE nine months. Ok, maybe not so lucky. I still cringe thinking about how I felt those nine months. Going through those 9 months were worth it but it was so stressful to my body. I couldn't even drink water. I tried everything & anything but nothing seemed to work for more than a week for me. After I had Adrian, I was happy….until I was diagnosed with gallstones & later diagnosed with vertigo. Both have me feeling nauseous almost all the time. Yay me! I kept going to the doctor but was always sent home. Apparently, I'm not dying yet so I can go home & suffer here. Again, I was couch ridden & it sucked because this time around, I had my little one I have to look after.

Other days are better than others. Thank God it's calmed down from how I was before but I still have my bad days. I was given a chance to review the Psi Bands &  was more than happy to give it a try. When I saw them, I remember one of my cousins had gone on a Cruise & wore bands like these but they looked like ugly sport wristbands. Psi Bands are nothing like it – coming in a variety of styles that would look great with any outfit.

Psi Bands work through wrist acupressure. I have to be honest, I didn't think it would work. During my pregnancy, I tried EVERYTHING & nothing worked but here I go & put a little band on & all of a sudden, I feel better? Might sound crazy but it's true. My head isn't spinning, I don't feel like I want to hurl every half hour & best of all? Since I've been feeling better, I've been able to play more active games with Adrian without feeling sick. The Psi Bands have been a huge help to me & I'm so glad to finally have something that can help me during my next pregnancy. Though, I'm hoping my next pregnancy is not as rough as my last. -_-

If you suffer from morning sickness, motion sickness, or are diagnosed with an illness that has you feeling nauseous all the time like me, you might want to give Psi Bands a try. They're very easy to use – just be sure to read the instructions carefully. You can find them at your local retailer  or online (for those who live outside of the US) for as low as $15 USD. From someone who has searched high & low for something to relieve nausea, I would like to say that you won't regret it. Great product! Be sure to check them out on Facebook & Twitter.

Disclosure: I received a product to review as a member of the Living Your Moment {http://livingyourmoment.com} review team. All opinions are mine and mine alone. I am disclosing this in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255 concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.

Bright Starts and Mom to Bed by 8, the Iowa-Mom have teamed to off an amazing Bright Starts Sunnyside Collection giveaway to one lucky reader!

This includes the Sunnyside Safari™ Chair Top High Chair, Playard, Plug in Sway & Swing, Portable Swing and Saucer making this truly the Ultimate Baby Shower Gift.

Special thank you to the wonderful bloggers who made this possible including our co-hosts: To Sew with Love, The Lucky Ladybug and Mom Blog Society.

CUTEST Collection EVER. I love how it can be for either a boy or a girl. Too cute. I had one like this for Adrian but mine was not as cute. -_-

Big smiles and bright adventures go hand in hand in this exciting, fun-filled collection!

Take a walk on the sunny side-where baby gear goes together in delightful new ways. It's a win for infants and parents alike, with irresistable jungle characters adorning an array of fun coordinated products you'll use every day. Each piece of the collection does its job charmingly, with non-stop fun at an unbeatable value.

The Bright Starts Sunnyside Collection is available at Wal-Mart!

Sunnyside Safari™ Chair Top High Chair

A good high chair is a must for moms, and Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Chair Top High Chair is as good as they come! It does what a full-sized model does and more, adjusting to four different heights (and nearly any table), reclining to three positions, and converting to a booster seat for smooth transition to the toddler years.
The reversible seat pad is made of stain-resistant fabric you can wipe clean or machine-wash. The removable Stay Level Tray™ remains flat even when the seat is reclining. All this, plus the friendly characters of the Sunnyside Safari™ Collection. Make mealtime and snack time more enjoyable for baby and you. Start the fun with Bright Starts!™

Product Features:

• Convenient 2 piece reversible seat pad is made of stain resistant fabric that is wipeable and machine washable
• 4 height positions to fit most table sizes
• 3 position recline
• Removable Stay Level Tray™ remains level even when seat is reclined
• 3 locking positions to grow with baby
• Built-in holders are convenient for drinks or snacks
• Converts to booster for easy toddler transition
• 5 point convertible safety harness

Sunnyside Safari™ Playard

A bright, sunny place for baby to rest, play, get a quick diaper change and spend a few moments with some friendly jungle pals! That's the Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Playard. This playard includes a removable bassinet with our time-saving One Less Step™ feature for easy fold-and-go mobility.
There's a convenient changing table, a handy side storage pocket, easy-roll wheels, a travel bag, plus a colorful toy bar to delight baby. And like all Bright Starts™ products, this playard is an unbeatable value. Part of our coordinated Sunnyside Safari™ Collection. Start the fun with Bright Starts!™

Product Features:

• Removable bassinet with One Less Step™ to quickly fold and go
• Convenient changing table
• Toy bar with 2 fun toys
• Side storage pocket
• Wheels for easy portability
• Includes travel bag

Sunnyside Safari™ Plug in Sway & Swing™

Some swings go back and forth. Some go side to side. This one does both—and does it with music, toys, and delightful jungle style. With a seat designed for 180° rotation, allowing three swing directions, the Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Plug in Sway & Swing™ uses our unique TrueSpeed™ technology to sense baby's weight and adjust for consistent speed—so it grows along with baby.
The swing also boasts a volume-adjustable 20 minutes of melodies and nature sounds, an overhead mobile—even an AC adaptor to save on battery expense. And it features the fun and engaging characters of the Sunnyside Safari™ Collection. Start the fun with Bright Starts!™

Product Features:

• Seat rotates 180° for 3 swing directions
• TrueSpeed™ technology maintains 6 speeds as baby grows
• Mobiles with 2 playtime toys easily pivots out of the way
• 20 minutes of melodies and nature sounds with volume control and auto shut-off
• AC adaptor saves money on batteries
• Swing time with 3 settings: 30, 45 and 60 minutes
• Whisper Quiet™ operation
• 5 point harness
• Machine washable seat pad
• Non-slip feet

Sunnyside Safari™ Portable Swing

Find baby's favorite speed with this innovative portable swing. The Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Portable Swing is a win for parents and babies—from its machine-washable padded seat right down to its bright yellow, non-slip feet. With six distinct speeds to choose from, you'll find it easy to suit your little one's mood—and our patented TrueSpeed™ technology keeps those speeds consistent even as baby grows.
The Comfort Recline™ seat gives you a choice of two positions, and WhisperQuiet™ operation makes this swing silent in use. Wrap it all up in the super-fun animal decor and you've got a perfect travel companion. Part of Bright Starts™’ Sunnyside Safari™ Collection. Start the fun with Bright Starts!™

Features:

• TrueSpeed™ Technology maintains 6 speeds as baby grows
• Comfort Recline™ seat with 2 positions
• Whisper Quiet™ operation
• Easily folds for storage or travel
• 5 point harness
• Machine washable seat pad
• Non-slip feet

Sunnyside Safari™ Saucer

This is where babies go for serious fun. A Walmart exclusive, the 7-activity Bright Starts™ Sunnyside Safari™ Saucer offers entertainment options galore—and a lighthearted jungle theme with fun characters you'll adore.
The seat rotates a full 360° for endless interaction with the activity stations. Twin overhead toy arms provide even more entertainment options. And the three different height positions make this one saucer your baby won't soon outgrow. Four link loops mean still more toys can be attached. Part of the Sunnyside Safari™ Collection, this saucer will quickly become a family favorite. Start the fun with Bright Starts!™

Product Features:

• 3 adjustable height positions allows entertainer to grow with baby
• Seat rotates 360° for nonstop interaction with 7 activity stations
• 2 overhead toy bar arms with mirror, hanging toy and fabric crinkle leaves
• Hanging elephant toy
• Bendy giraffe teething stalk
• Bead chaser with easy to grip textured beads
• Lion popper with spiraling beads
• Rotating ladybug barrels with fun textures and beads
• Rocking toucan on leaf stalk
• 4 link loops for attaching more toys
• Lays flat for storage
• Built-in toy tray is easy to clean

Giveaway starts on May 7 at 12:01AM and ends May 28 at 11:59PM. Open to the US residents only; must be 18 years of age or older to enter.

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I've known about Howard B. Wigglebottom books for a while now – the books are by a group of writers, artists, designers, parents, educators, therapists & teachers that are all part of the We Do Listen Foundation. All the books are educational, entertaining & what I love the most is that each book comes with resources, posters, questions & songs that go along with the book. I reached out when I noticed they had a Book about Bullying. This is a topic that I am SO passionate about & am more than willing to get the word out by all means. With so many sad stories running through the papers & news about kids these days getting bullied to the point where they feel like they have no choice but to end their lives is sickening, sad & it makes me scared to think of the generation that my son is growing up in. Bullying is at another level than anything we've ever experienced & it has to STOP!

Howard B. Wigglebottom learns about Bullies is about Howard & how scared he is every single day of going to school where he is getting bullied by the Snorton Twins. In his mind, he knows he should "Be brave, be bold" & tell a teacher but he's scared of being called a tattletale, a snitch & of getting further bullied. By the end of the week, Howard knows what the right thing to do is & eventually tells a teacher.

I was watching Adrian's reaction carefully & every time the Snorton Twins did something to Howard, he would look at me with a surprised face. I went to the We Do Listen website & saw they actually had a Animated version of the book & played it for Adrian & then asked him the discussion questions – to my surprise, Adrian actually answered them all correctly. I was surprised because I didn't think he was old enough to understand (he's about to be 4) but I was wrong & am so happy to teach him about it & more than happy to know that he's actually interested in learning about it.

I actually read the Lessons, Reflections & the ideas & think this would be perfect if all schools actually did the following:

• Create a bully box so children can leave an anonymous note about bullies.
• Have a telephone number where a child can leave a message about bullies.
• Choose a super kid of the week. Ask the child to fill in the blanks on a piece of paper.
“Did you notice anyone being bullied this week?” “Did you bully anyone this week?”

I am so happy to see so many PSAs about Bullying lately. Kids respond well when they see their favorite athlete or TV star & if more people got involved, the better. We need to let kids know that bullying is NOT OKAY. That there IS someone who is willing to help & to not give up on telling anyone & everyone until someone listens & helps them. Trying to stop bullying by becoming a bully? NEVER the answer!

 Adrian would say "Be brave, be bold, a teacher must be told!" every time Howard said it. He loves this book & says he never wants to be like the Snorton Twins! This isn't the first time I've talked to Adrian about bullying but it has definitely been such a HUGE help. If you can, talk to your kids about bullying & encourage them to do the right thing if they are ever bullied or ever see someone else being bullied. This is one important lesson we should all be teaching! If you'd like to learn more about Bullying & how you can help to stop it, be sure to check out this resources page & be sure to check out the Animated version of Howard B. Wigglebottom learns about Bullies.

Disclosure: I was sent item for review purposes. However, all opinions stated are my own!

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The Post Cereals tradition dates back to 1895, when C.W. Post made his first batch of "Postum," a cereal beverage. Since then, Post has followed a path of delicious innovation, creating cereals that have defined the breakfast experience for generations of families.

One of the cereals created, which has been one of my favorites for a while? Honey Bunches of Oats. My family & I tend to reach for the Honey Roasted one – so yummy! I've seen the new Fruit Blends at the store & I was excited to see the Banana flavor but I have to be honest, I was scared to try them since I wasn't sure how Banana & Blueberry or Peach & Raspberry would mesh together. I was given the opportunity to try them both out & I'm kind of kicking myself for not trying them before!

On the Peach & Raspberry Fruit Blend, the Peach flavor is on the flake, the Raspberry flavor on the cluster. On the Banana & Blueberry Fruit Blend, the Banana flavor is on the flake, the Blueberry flavor is on the cluster. The Raspberry & Blueberry clusters make each bite so refreshing! I've tasted other cereals that have fruit flavors & they taste a little funny but these are the first cereals that I absolutely love. Even Adrian, who usually asks for Cocoa Puffs or Lucky Charms asked for some.

If you too have seen these cereals on your cereal aisle shelves but were too scared to try them – don't be! You won't regret it! And in addition to being delicious, Honey Bunches of Oats Fruit Blend Flavors are nutritious too!

• LOW IN FAT, 0g TRANS FAT
• 120 CALORIES PER SERVING
• CHOLESTEROL FREE
• PROVIDES 9 ESSENTIAL VITAMINS AND MINERALS
• 10 GRAMS OF WHOLE GRAINS PER SERVING

Disclosure: I was sent items for review purposes. However, all opinions stated are my own.

My favorites by far are the Smoothing Hand & Cuticle Buffer & the hand lotions. I love the lip glosses too but I can't resist licking them off my lips to know how long they last! I try but can't!  I think the longest I had it on was an hour before I completly licked it off. They all smell like vanilla & they all apply clear & shiny. Not too sticky – although, I love lip glosses that are a bit sticky because to me…sticky=more lasting power. These lip glosses are great though! No complaints here!

The Smoothing Hand & Cuticle Buffer, like most Cake Beauty Milk Made products, smells like raspberries & has made my rough looking cuticles look nice & smooth…especially after I apply a hand cream. It works well on my feet too! Love it! I'm scared I'm going to use up my hand creams way too fast though. The Vanilla Snow Woman hand cream smells like a warm vanilla & the Milk Made Velveteen Hand Creme smells like Raspberries! Reapplying isn't necessary but I re-apply more than I should because I absolutely love the smell of them. The UnSweet lotion smells like lotion but works just as well. These lotions make my hands feel moisturized without feeling greasy. They're thick, creamy & feels great on my skin! I am so happy with the products I got & can't wait to try out even more!

You guys can find these great products & more at EdenFantasys.com!

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I have been on the lookout for a new shampoo & conditioner that doesn't dry my hair out even more than it is. I was given the opportunity to review Garnier Fructis' Triple Nutrition. After trying it out, I think I know what my problem was – I would just buy a 2-in-1 for all hair types rather than buying a shampoo & conditioner for my hair type. Never again. I am hooked! It has made such a HUGE difference in the way my hair feels. It's so much easier to brush through my hair & it smells great. With Olive, Avocado & Shea oils working together to actually nourish my hair, I can definitely feel & see that my hair is healthier than it has ever been & that's saying a lot. My hair is curly, unmangeable & I usually have to put loads of product to maintain my frizz but lately, I haven't been using as much product & I know that it has to do with this shampoo & conditioner. Love it!

If you'd like to learn what Fructis product would work great for your hair, just take this quick & easy quiz. If you'd like to learn more about the Garnier Fructis company & their products, be sure to check out their website or you can check them out on Facebook!

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• Then around July 5th you will receive another email from mewith the html code for publishing the giveaway. Note it is required that you publish the giveaway html in full to be included in this event. I will verify links on July 22st around 8am central and if you have not done so, your link on the rafflecopter will be removed. This keeps this event fair for all who joins.

Referral prize: The two bloggers who refer the most people will receive a $10 Amazon e-code for your effort. Just make sure to add on your announcement that they should add your blog name or url in the referred by section on the signup form. This bonus will be paid the on June 2nd after your referral links have been verified.

Sierra Mist Natural & Chef Aarón Sánchez, star of Food Network’s “Chopped” and “Heat Seekers" both think it's very important to eat together & are launching a new program called “Comer Juntos: Una Tradición Natural" to help encourage families to eat together at the dinner table and share fun times over delicious Latin-inspired dishes like the one below!

“Some of my favorite memories bring me back to cooking in the kitchen with my mom, it inspired me to become a chef and that’s a testament to the power of food and family" - Aarón Sánchez. 

Some of my favorite memories involves getting together with my immediate & extended family for reunions or parties & involves cooking of some sort so I can definitely agree! I'm just hoping Adrian can have the same kind of memories I had growing up & after viewing some of the delicious recipes that Chef Aarón has cooked up, I couldn't be more inspired to do so!

How about you guys? Do you have any special memories or do you try your best to eat together as a family? I'd love to know in a comment below & thanks to Sierra Mist, ONE lucky winner will win a White Sierra Mist T-Shirt, Green Sierra Mist Cooler, Signed Cookbook, Frisbee and a Sierra Mist Bag! Just be sure to enter to win below!

Disclosure: I participated in the Sierra Mist Review/Giveaway Campaign thanks to Latina Bloggers Connect. ALL OPINIONS ARE 100% HONEST & MINE.

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Welcome to May Buffet coordinated by ShePromotes!

This event will take place from May 1st at 12:01am EST through May 15th at 11:59pm EST.

It's May! And for many of us that means the start of grilling and cookout season. Good food is great all year round, but there is just something about the warm weather that says bring on the steaks! I am sure you like to check out recipes shared by your favorite bloggers, so we thought we'd share some yummy prizes with you! Each blog listed below on the linky has a prize valued at $25+ for each winner – ALL FOOD RELATED! This means goodies to eat and items to help you fix, mix, cook, and serve delicious dishes. So let the May Buffet begin!

Here at Life According to Damaris, we will be giving away a Nostalgia Electrics Soft Pretzel Maker, FunBites cutter of your choice, Obol Cereal Bowl, EatSmart Precision Pro Kitchen Scale, & 3 Gift Boxes of Yohay Baking Co. Fudge to ONE WINNER!

Click on the links above to read the Sponsor Spotlights on each.

So what are you waiting for? ENTER TO WIN BELOW after the jump & don't forget to check out everyone else's giveaways too!

Disclaimer: Please note that Life According to Damaris, “May Buffet Giveaway Event” or the “May Buffet” bloggers are not responsible for sponsors that do not fulfill their prizes. We have represented each sponsor with the expectation they will fulfill their prize and in a timely manner. We will contact the sponsor regarding your prize(s). The sponsors, in most cases, are shipping their items to you directly. We will make every effort to assist you obtaining your prize. If there is an issue with a sponsor, please notify the blog you won a prize from within 4-6 weeks for assistance, after that we may be unable to assist you.

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Welcome to Goodies for Mommies Giveaway!

No one in the world can take the place of your mother. Right or wrong, from her viewpoint you are always right. She may scold you for little things, but never for the big ones. ~Harry Truman

Jade of Happy Home and Family and Diva Fabulosa fashion blog

would like to celebrate Mother's Day by giving 5 lucky mommies some goodies.

Sponsored by: Mama Never Told Me ,WhatToExpect.com , How to Rock Your Baby, & Dryper's Wee Wee Dry

Health and Beauty Diva and Best Vacation Places

There will be 5 package at stake. Each winner will get the following (prizes will be sent separately by the corresponsing sponsor)

• $20 in CASH or AMAZON GIFT CODE
• Mama Never Told Me books by Emily Van Do – Retail Value $9.95 each
• A Choice of What To Expect Books by Heidi Murkoff – Retail Value $ 8.97 – $19.11
• How to Rock Your Baby – $10.19
• Dryper's Baby Shirts (For Philippine residents only)

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For more than a hundred years, new mothers have trusted the JOHNSON'S® Brand to provide the purest, gentlest and mildest care for their babies—from the first morning cuddle to the last bedtime kiss.

 JOHNSON’S Baby Cares, Save the Children and Hilary Duff have come together to make sure families who are experiencing difficulties all around the world are getting the baby care resources they need. They will be making up Baby Care Kits & sending them to families worldwide, filled with essential Johnson's products like the one below.

 This is such a great campaign! I can't imagine not having what I need to make sure my little man is okay. And if I didn't, I would be happy to know there was a company like Johnson's willing to help.

I wrote a open letter to my little man about one of the time's that he was really, really sick & it was actually one of Johnson's products that came to the rescue!

Dear Adrian, 

You may have gotten your curly hair from me but you seemed to inherit everything else from your Dad – including the way you guys are when you're sick. Your Dad gets sick once in a blue moon but when he's sick, he's really sick & that's exactly how you are. I remember one day you had a really, really bad cold. I tried everything that I could do - unfortunately, there wasn't much to be done but wait it out. Despite having red, watery eyes, a runny nose & a fever, you always walked around with a smile on your face.

When I was pregnant, I was told I wouldn't have morning sickness for long – I had it the whole nine months. When you were born, I was told you would eventually sleep a whole night without waking up – you're 3 years old & I'm still waiting for the day that you will. They would tell me you would be cranky when you got your shots or when you were sick – you never were!  To this day, I still don't get it but I like to think that you're happy despite being sick from the way that I take care of you when you are. Your Dad & I do all that we can to make sure that you're okay & happy. And we're lucky enough to have the means to buy what we need for you to feel better. Products like Johnson's Soothing Vapor Bath have helped get rid of your toughest colds when I thought nothing would work. To this day, you still use it & I'm so thankful to have stumbled upon it one day. Lita used to use Johnson's products on me & I hope that one day, you get to use it on your children as well. Love you always, Mommy. <3

I know better than anyone how crazy life can be. My husband & I hit a rough patch once when he was laid off a couple of years ago. It happened when Adrian was a couple of months old but we were able to get back on our feet & luckily, we never had a problem getting what we needed for Adrian but I know that other families are not so lucky which is why I think this is such a great campaign! I'm a firm believer in that every little bit helps.

Disclosure: I participated in the Johnson's Baby Cares Campaign thanks to Latina Bloggers Connect. ALL OPINIONS ARE 100% HONEST & MINE.

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For the most exquisite and wide selection of jewelry gifts this Mother's Day, MyJewelryBox.comis your number one of all jewelry stores that guarantees the best in quality, service at the most competitive prices. A Style for Any Taste; A Price for Any Budget; The Perfect Gift for Mom's Everywhere! Save 20%!

This stunning pair of 1/2 carat (ctw) diamond earrings boasts the luster of over five dozen round, brilliant cut blue and white stones and is delicately crafted from 10 karat polished white gold. Fourteen luminous blue diamonds glimmer alluringly among a bed of fifty-two pristine white diamonds.

Make this Mothers Day like NONE other- Entry is simple! Just fill out the Rafflecopter Form Below!

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Kindle Fire, Full Color 7" Multi-touch Display, Wi-Fi - RV: $199

Movies, apps, games, music, reading and more, plus Amazon's revolutionary, cloud-accelerated web browser

• Over 20 million movies, TV shows, songs, magazines, and books
• Thousands of popular apps and games, including Netflix, Hulu Plus, Pandora, and more
• Ultra-fast web browsing – Amazon Silk
• Free cloud storage for all your Amazon content
• Vibrant color touchscreen with extra-wide viewing angle – same as an iPad
• Fast, powerful dual-core processor
• Favorite children's books, graphic novels, and magazines in rich color
• Amazon Prime Members enjoy unlimited, instant streaming on thousands of popular movies and TV shows.
• Amazon Prime Members choose from over a hundred thousand books to borrow for free.

Giveaway starts on April 30 at 12:01AM EST and ends May 15 at 11:59PM EST. Open to the US and Canadian only; must be 18 years of age or older to enter.

Who is ready for some techy summer fun? Enter to win a Kindle Fire below on the rafflecopter form.

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KitchenAid KSM150PSWH Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer
- Retail Value: $349.99
- Color: White
- 325-watt mixer with 10 speeds; 5-quart stainless steel bowl
- Tilt-back head for easy access to mixture
- 1 piece pouring shield with large chute for adding ingredients
- Includes flat beater, dough hook, and wire whip
- Measures 14 by 8-2/3 inches by 14 inches; 1-year warranty

Giveaway will run from April 29 at 12AM EST to May 9 at 11:59PM EST. Open to the US only. Must be at least 18 years old to be eligible.

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Esta vez, no fue tan dificil para comprar solo para mi mama. Aunque no puedo mentir. Si me detuve para comprar algunas cositas para mi tambien. ;P Pero me controle y me enfoque en que solo estabamos en Kroger para comprar para mi mama.

Mi mama es una mujer trabajadora que admiro mucho. Me da gusto sorprenderla con regalitos. Lo bueno es que a ella le encanta de todo tipos de cosas pero mas las floras so para mi es bien facil comprar para ella.

Para ser honesta, no pense que iba a encontrar nada en el Kroger para ella pero wow! Que equivocada estaba! Como pueden ver, encontre una flor ( que nunca muere ), una tarjeta en español, unos libros, y mucho mas! Adrian compro unas cosas para hacerle un letrero a ella tambien!

Pero lo que me gusto mas de las cosas que compre? Los productos de Glade de Lavanda y Flor de Durazno. Me gustaron tanto que compre para mi tambien! Pero yo se que a mi mama le va a encantar porque desde que yo estaba chiquita, yo me acuerda que en la casa, mi mama siempre tenia fragancias de Lavanda. Y esta fragancia de Glade huele tan rico! Me hace recordar de viejos tiempos y por eso es que compre unos productos para mi tambien. Adrian le encanta esta fragancia y ojala que el tenga memorias de esta fragancia cuando el este grande y se recuerde de su mami, igual que mi.

Todavia quiero comprarle unas cosas mas a mi mama pero estoy bien feliz con lo que compre en el Kroger.

Pueden ver mas fotos de cuando fuimos de compras para mi mama aqui: http://plus.google.com/photos/102849266604172427617/albums/5735933608288345345

Si quieren comprar o saber mas de los productos de Glade (como las que yo compre), pueden comprar en la pagina de Glade o únete a la conversación siguiendo #MamasGlade en Twitter. ¿Y ustedes tienen algún recuerdo de las fragancias que su madre compraba cuando estaban mas chicos? Dejenme saber en un comentario!

On April 30th Purex will launch their new Let’s Be Honest promotional campaign featuring Second City Comedian Molly Erdman. They've created a funny series of short videos sharing honest moments that reflect the ironic truths of everyday Life, Laundry, and more. Through mid July, there will be new funny videos uploaded every few days at www.purex.com, plus posts on Facebook and promotional tweets on Twitter. The daily sweepstakes will run through July 24th. Everyday one lucky entrant will win a year’s supply of Purex detergent! So starting April 30, be sure to check out the videos & enter to win in the sweepstakes in this super fun campaign!

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Spreading love all weekend long!

This blog hop is a NO RULES blog hop for GFC follows, Facebook likes, Twitter follows & whatever other social network out there.

Anything goes AS LONG AS IT’S FAMILY FRIENDLY. Anything that’s not family friendly will be deleted but I trust there won’t be any spammers.
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The only thing we ask is if someone reviews, likes or follows you, please try & return the favor. Please note that nothing here is mandatory. But most importantly, have FUN & again, it’s not mandatory but if you’d like, grab the button to spread the word about the Blog Hop so more people can join!