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noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:20:00 +0000

Happy 2012 everyone!!!!

As we start the new year, I am working behind the scenes on some blog updates.

Stay tuned and forgive the mess while we are under construction!

About the Author: I am a PR friendly blogger making new friends, sharing my discoveries, and offering a variety of reviews & giveaways, with the hopes of ultimately helping others escape their daily grind.

Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the Sunday Giveaway Escape! Check in every Sunday to find amazing giveaways to enter and to list your own giveaways. To list your giveaway, feel free to use this format: "Blog name - Prize - End Date". Thank you!

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Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

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Gobble Gobble Happy Turkey Day!!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:17:00 +0000

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BeautiFALL Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Fall for gorgeous glam eyes this season with Skin Care Natural’s latest giveaway of Elain Cosmetics products! Skin Care Natural is giving away at random, 50 duo eye sets that include: one Elain Cosmetics Sparkle Stick and one Catch Me Star Powder. Participants can enter the giveaway by submitting their information on the Skin Care Natural website to receive e-mail news updates.

Fifty randomly selected winners will receive one duo eye set from Elain Cosmetics that includes one Sparkle Stick and one Catch Me Star Powder.

Official Rules:

In order to enter the contest you must abide by our official giveaway rules mentioned. You must participate in the following way to be considered eligible (if the following step is not performed, your entry is invalid):

1. You must visit SkinCareNatural.com where you will then submit your email address to receive the next subscription of the Skin Care Natural e-newsletter, a free monthly subscription aimed at providing skin care and cosmetic tips, SkinCareNatural.com savings and the latest in cosmetic industry news.

Rules on Giveaway Entry and Eligibility:

The “BeautiFall Makeup Giveaway” giveaway will begin at 6:00 a.m. (PT) Monday, November 14, 2011 and will end at 11:59 p.m. (PT) Monday, November 21, 2011 (the giveaway duration). If you would like to participate in the giveaway, you can enter by submitting your email address to SkinCareNatural.com. You can only submit one personal email address and you are encouraged to share the giveaway details with your friends and family members as well. By submitting an email address you are giving Skin Care Natural your consent to send e-newsletters to that email account. You can always opt out of receiving the emails after you receive your first one. All entries must be made by an actual person who owns the email account. In order to be eligible for our “BeautiFall Makeup Giveaway” you must reside legally in the United States or the District of Columbia, be 18 years of age or older. Important to note: all employees of Skin Care Natural, DISH Systems, AlarmNation, Satellite Internet Pros, Direct Choice Satellite, its affiliates, subsidiaries, divisions, advertising and promotion agencies are not eligible. This also includes the mentioned's immediate families (including those residing in their household) are also not eligible. Giveaway is void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law. There is no purchase necessary during this giveaway.

Further participation rules are as follows, but not limited to: all participants must agree to the Official Rules as mentioned. Skin Care Natural, its divisions, affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising agencies are not responsible for computer or Internet service malfunctions including, but not limited to: service defects, failures, errors in determining winnerss, any human errors, defects, lost data or delivery service failures (again, not just limited to this). Skin Care Natural and the mentioned affiliates are also not responsible for participants' inability to access the Internet or any websites, inability to operate web equipment or computer software and is not responsible for late, missing, deleted, misdirected or unreadable entries by the participants. Skin Care Natural is not liable for computer or network mishandling or damage caused by participation in accessing/downloading information associated with our giveaway. The “BeautiFall Makeup Giveaway” sponsored by Skin Care Natural is governed by U.S. law, subject to all federal, state, and local laws. By participating in the “BeautiFall Makeup Giveaway,” entrants must know that Skin Care Natural, its employees, agencies, affiliates, subsidiaries, divisions and other associations connected with Skin Care Natural is not responsible nor liable for damage, loss or injury (not limited to) as a result of receiving the prize or participating in the giveaway.

Who Will Win and What is the Prize?

Winners: Skin Care Natural will determine the winners at the end of the “BeautiFall Makeup Giveaway” (giveaway end date is Monday, November 21, 2011 at 11:59 pm PT) and the winners will be contacted via email address submitted to SkinCareNatural.com on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 (time TBA). Fifty winners will be selected at random through an in-house computer based random generation system. Skin Care Natural will email the fifty winners by and request any contact/mailing information of the winners so we can process the shipping and handling of the prizes to the appropriate contacts. The prizes are not transferable; you can not substitute the prize and cash alternatives are not allowed nor accepted. Winners have exactly one week to respond to our prize notification and if there is no response to Skin Care Natural from the winners within one week's period or if the contact information can not be verified or if the winners declines the prize, then alternate winners will be selected at random and contacted. Skin Care Natural reserves the right to determine the winners based on the eligible participants. By participating in the “BeautiFall Makeup Giveaway” you are consenting to have Skin Care Natural use your contact name in any promotional materials or tweets or Facebook posts to announce the winners. Skin Care Natural also reserves the right to have the winners sign a liability or publicity acceptance form if need be. Skin Care Natural will not sell any information participants provide the company with including but not limited to: email addresses, contact information, name, etc (not limited to).

The prize details: Fifty randomly selected winners will receive one duo eye set from Elain Cosmetics that includes one Sparkle Stick and one Catch Me Star Powder. No special requests as far as colors or product type will be available to participants, they will receive cosmetics at random and will not be allowed to pick and choose which products they will receive. Under no circumstances, unless decided upon by Skin Care Natural can the prize be substituted for a different prize (including a different style, color or Elain Costmetics products) or cash. If for some reason there is unavailability of the prize then a prize of equal of greater value will be substituted. The winners of the “BeautiFall Makeup Giveaway” should expect for the prize to reach the contact address of the winners between 4-6 weeks, but depending on varying circumstances, it may take longer.

Final Thoughts:

Good luck and have fun - remember the “BeautiFall Makeup Giveaway” will begin on Monday, November 14 at 6:00 AM (PT) and will end on Monday, November 21, 2011 at 11:59PM (PT). The winners will be contacted the following day on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 (time TBA). You can find the e-newsletter sign up form on www.SkinCareNatural.com Please feel free to contact us with any questions!

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Disclosure: In accordance with the FTC rules, I am fully disclosing that the product, information and prizes are being provided by SkinCareNatural.com and Elain Cosmetics. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experiences may vary. By entering this giveaway, you are acknowledging that you have read and agree with my full blog policies.

Happy winning!

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Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 01:02:00 +0000

Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 11:00:00 +0000

Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

Watch out for Angry Birds

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:49:00 +0000

I happen to think it's a grand idea. The old man, a/k/a hubs, honey, babe, doesn't agree. Aw come on. What's more perfect than a family of Angry Birds at a Halloween party.

After all, I am NOT suggesting we do this...

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Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 11:00:00 +0000

Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

Let's Get Happy!

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:04:00 +0000

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Life's too short to be unhappy. Really, it is.

It took me a long while to figure out that my view as a mere young adult was that somehow miraculously, good things would come my way and I would be happy. It wasn't until I reached the big 3.0. that I realized my fallacy. Happiness is not a destination, but a choice. I believe this blog post from The Happiness Project sums it up well:

"When I was 18 I thought that happiness was something that happened to you and that you had no control over. If something good happened to you, you were happy. I now realize that happiness is something you have to put some effort into every day, and that it’s more reliable when it comes from within, rather than from extrinsic rewards." [Read more]

Happy escapes, friends!

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Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 17:01:00 +0000

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Change your mentality, change your life

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:56:00 +0000

I am back on my self-~~help~~ improvement phase. I realize I should not have stopped. I am happiest when I am expanding and learning. Plus, it allows me to share wonderful tidbits with y'all such as this one.

Daily Reflections for Highly Effective People: Living the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Every Day

In Covey's daily reflections book, I am able to get a small dose every day and take that with me through my morning coffee into the day. In addition to today's reflection, I skimmed through the rest of the book and found this meaningful message that I believe may literally change my life for the better.

"Most people are deeply scripted in what I call the Scarcity Mentality. They see life as only having so much, as though there were only one pie out there. And if someone were to get a big piece of the pie, it would mean less for everybody else. The Scarcity Mentality is the zero-sum paradigm of life. That's why a character trait that is essential to Win/Win, is the Abundance Mentality, the paradigm that there is plenty out there for everybody." [emphasis added] pg. 61

Did you hear that??? Plenty for everyone! Let's go out there and get some, shall we?

Happy escapes!

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The Tree of Life

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 11:00:00 +0000

Not the movie (which by the way, I walked out of after 15 minutes of non-stop nature scenes and I heard later on theatres put out signs saying no refunds if you don't like the movie), but my own tree of life. With the record drought in Texas, my entire front and backyard grass is dead, with the exception of our lone tree that was planted when we moved in 10 years ago and despite irregular watering and this year's drought, somehow manages to survive.

And, you can see that what little green grass we have left has attached itself around the base of the tree. What's amazing still are the little baby shoots that have sprung up as well!

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Sunday Giveaway Escape (October 9)

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 11:00:00 +0000

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FALLing in Love

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 01:01:00 +0000

Fall is finally here, well almost. It's still in the 80's here in Texas, but the mornings and nights are cooling down. I wanted to share some pics of beautiful fall images with y'all as we anticipate the real start of Fall!

[Hillside by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service]

[Fall Leaves by Lu2Shoot]

[Fall Grapes by Rocklin]

[Fall Creek in Autumn 2 by Averain]

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Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 11:07:00 +0000

Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 20:55:00 +0000

Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

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About the Author: I am a PR friendly blogger making new friends, sharing my discoveries, and offering a variety of reviews & giveaways, with the hopes of ultimately helping others escape their daily grind.

Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the Sunday Giveaway Escape! Check in every Sunday to find amazing giveaways to enter and to list your own giveaways.

ENTER TO WIN MY GIVEAWAY:

NEW Betty Crocker® Molasses Cookie Mix *GIVEAWAY*

Ends Friday, September 16, 2011

To list your giveaway, feel free to use this format: "Blog name - Prize - End Date". Thank you!

Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

NEW Betty Crocker® Molasses Cookie Mix GIVEAWAY (CLOSED)

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:12:00 +0000

This giveaway is now CLOSED. Congratulations to the winner:

NO. 115 - DEBIJACKSON

Notification email has been sent and winner has 48 hours to claim this prize.

Thank you to everyone for participating! Please visit the Giveaways Galore page for current giveaways!

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Love molasses cookies, but could do without the preparation and mess? Betty Crocker to the rescue! This fall, Betty Crocker is introducing a molasses cookie mix, making this year-round favorite easy to bake in less than 20 minutes.

With a delectably soft and chewy texture, and great spice cookie taste, new Betty Crocker® Molasses Cookie mix combines real molasses flavor with hints of cinnamon and spice for a homemade taste that you´ll love.

As luck would have it, I was fortunate to receive a Betty Crocker® Molasses Cookie mix prize pack which included a Betty Crocker apron, non-stick baking pan, and mixing spoon. No sooner had it arrived that my younger son started asking when I would be making the cookies. True to form, I put on the Betty Crocker apron, and got to work.

This was one of the easist mixes I have ever used because it only required one egg, one tablespoon of water and 1 stick of butter. And the included mixing spoon made it that much faster to mix.

The pic above was of the first batch in which I sprinkled with sugar. However, I learned after taking a bite that the Molasses cookies are sweet and yummy enough on their own. So, sugar and icing are optional.

Look for Betty Crocker Molasses Cookie mix in the baking aisle of grocery stores this fall.
In addition, you and your readers can visit http://bit.ly/cookiescoupon to download a printable coupon for $0.75 off the purchase of one (1) Betty Crocker® Molasses Cookie mix pouch today!

One Winner will receive a Betty Crocker® Molasses Cookie mix prize pack which includes a Betty Crocker apron, non-stick baking pan, and mixing spoon!!!

TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY:

Leave a comment on this blog post with your favorite occasion for baking spice cookies.

This is the first and required entry.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

Additional optional entries: Eligible after completing required entry above: You can do any or all of the following for one entry each. If you are already doing any of these options, just leave a comment and let me know. Please leave a separate comment for each entry.

** Like Betty Crocker on Facebook

** Follow @BettyCrocker on Twitter

** Tweet this giveaway (1 entry daily): Include twitter handle @BettyCrocker and hashtag #MyBlogSpark

** Follow my blog publicly - via Google Friend Connect

** Subscribe to Midday Escapades via Reader or Email (1 entry each)

** Follow Midday Escapades on Twitter

** Share (Stumble, Facebook, Email, etc.) this giveaway ** FOR 5 EXTRA ENTRIES - Write a blog post about this giveaway, with a link to my blog. Come back and leave the link to your blog post. Post FIVE separate comments that you've blogged about this.

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GIVEAWAY RULES:

Deadline to enter is 11:59 pm CST on September 16, 2011. Include a valid email address in your comments or in profile to be contacted. The winner will be chosen using Random.org, posted on this site and notified via email; Winner will have 48 hours to acknowledge win or another random winner will be chosen. Prize will be sent directly by sponsor to chosen winner. Open to U.S. residents.

For additional information about how to enter this giveaway, review my complete Giveaway Entry Guidelines.

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Disclosure: In accordance with the FTC rules, I am fully disclosing that the product, information and prize pack has been provided by Betty Crocker through MyBlogSpark. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experiences may vary. By entering this giveaway, you are acknowledging that you have read and agree with my full blog policies.

Many thanks to Betty Crocker and MyBlogSpark for sponsoring this review and giveaway!

Happy winning!

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Luck or Destiny

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 01:10:00 +0000

Getting the lucky Golden Ticket like Willie Wonka, winning the multi-million dollar lottery, hitting the jackpot at the casino...

Tell me, is this luck or destiny???

I would say it is pure luck.

Then... I might think it over and say perhaps, nah, it's destiny. That person was meant to win.

Ah, I go back and forth, luck versus destiny. In the end, what does it matter, right? We just want to be the winner!

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Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 09:00:00 +0000

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Crippling Dreams

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:41:00 +0000

Tell me I am NOT the only one. Tell me you have them too.

You know, those dreams that haunt you long after you've awoken. The kind that reach deep inside of you. The ones that make you weep for real, staining your face and pillowcases wet.

I had one of those dreams last night. A recurring theme that I can't seem to shake. Are dreams premonitions, insecurities and fears surfacing. Ugh, this is not the best way to start a beautiful day.

Whatever happened to...

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Sunday Giveaway Escape (August 28)

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

A Random Exchange

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:51:00 +0000

In the not so distant past, at one of too many office buildings, on yet another ordinary work day, the usual early morning exchange takes place...

Security Guard {holding door open}: Good morning.

Secretary: Morning.

Guard: How are you? [Substitute- How was your weekend? - on Mondays]

Secretary: Good. You?

Guard: Good.

Secretary: Good.

Guard: Have a great day.

Secretary. Thanks, you too.

This goes on for about 2 months, then one morning as the guard is about to give his usual greeting, the secretary hands him a post - it note.

After handing him the note, she strolls to the elevators and turns around to see the guard standing there with the post-it note in hand, weird grin on his face and scratching his head.

True story, folks.

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Life is Gooooooooood!

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:20:00 +0000

Today is one of those rare days.

Life is good.

I am good.

No matter than I just spent the ENTIRE morning updating budgets and financial documents.

I will not let those dismal numbers get me down.

I am alive! My family is healthy. All is good.

I hope all is well in your world, my friends.

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Sunday Giveaway Escape

noreply@blogger.com (Midday Escapades) — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Visit my Giveaways Galore page for a listing of more giveaway linky sites. Happy escapes!

Midday Escapades

Coming Soon...

Sunday Giveaway Escape

Gobble Gobble Happy Turkey Day!!!!!

BeautiFALL Giveaway

Sunday Giveaway Escape

Sunday Giveaway Escape

Watch out for Angry Birds

Sunday Giveaway Escape

Let's Get Happy!

Sunday Giveaway Escape

Change your mentality, change your life

The Tree of Life

Sunday Giveaway Escape (October 9)

FALLing in Love

Sunday Giveaway Escape

Sunday Giveaway Escape

Sunday Giveaway Escape

NEW Betty Crocker® Molasses Cookie Mix *GIVEAWAY* (CLOSED)

Luck or Destiny

Sunday Giveaway Escape

Crippling Dreams

Sunday Giveaway Escape (August 28)

A Random Exchange

Life is Gooooooooood!

Sunday Giveaway Escape

NEW Betty Crocker® Molasses Cookie Mix GIVEAWAY (CLOSED)