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Eagle Brand Ice Cream Challenge & Giveaway

admin — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 21:27:07 +0000

I LOVE ice cream! I was thrilled to have the opportunity to participate in the Eagle Brand Ice Cream Challenge on The Mommy-Files in July, which was National Ice Cream month. What was involved in the Ice Cream Challenge? The Challenge provided the opportunity to discover how Eagle Brand makes ice cream simple – cutting the need to buy a pricey ice cream maker! On the Eagle Brand site are a lot of yummy ice cream recipes, including some of my favorites such as CrunchyPeppermint Candy Ice Cream, Classic Vanilla Ice Cream, and Easy Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream.

Who would have thought that making homemade ice cream without an ice cream maker would be so easy. For example, here are the steps for making Easy Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream. First, you combine sweetened condensed milk and syrup in a large bowl. Next, you fold in whipped cream. Then you pour it into a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan or other 2-quart container. Cover it up and freeze for 6 hours or until firm. Easy, easy, easy!

So, why did Eagle Brand host the Ice Cream Challenge? The Eagle Brand team understands that some days are just too hot to spend time in the kitchen waiting for a noisy machine. Whether you’re entertaining or satisfying a sweet tooth, simple recipes are a great way to ensure you can spend more time outside doing things you enjoy and less time in the kitchen.

MY THOUGHTS

I am totally impressed with the Eagle Brand and never even thought about using the milks to make homemade ice cream. Eagle Brand is part of an amazing company with quality products and I look forward to working with them in the future! A big thanks goes out to the Eagle Brand team for hosting the Ice Cream Challenge and bringing it to The Mommy-Files!

GIVEAWAY

3 lucky readers on The Mommy-Files will win an Eagle Brand Ice Cream Challenge Pack, which includes the following items:

·         Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk (regular, low-fat and fat-free varieties)
·         Recipe cards
·         Portable ice cream pint (Prepara from Target)
·         Reusable Ice Cream Container (Sur La Table)
·         Ice cream scoop
·         $10.00 Wal-Mart Gift Card to purchase ingredients
·         Smucker’s toppings
·         Items packed in insulated portable carrier

WIN IT!!! (MANDATORY ENTRY)

- Visit Eagle Brand online and tell me in a comment what ice cream flavor you would love to try making at home!

EXTRA ENTRIES:

- Vote for The Mommy-Files on Top Mommy Blogs (simply click on the button on the sidebar) – 1 ENTRY
- Follow The Mommy-Files on Twitter – 1 ENTRY
- Tweet about the giveaway – 1 ENTRY DAILY
- Become a Fan of The Mommy-Files on Facebook – 1 ENTRY
- Follow me through Google Connect (new on the right side of the blog) – 1 ENTRY
- Subscribe to my blog – 1 ENTRY
- Add my Mommy-Files button to your blog and include the URL – 1 ENTRY
- Comment on any Non-Giveaway post on The Mommy-Files – 1 ENTRY per post comment (no limit)
- Blog about this giveaway and include the URL – 5 ENTRIES

RULES:

- Contest will close at 11:59 p.m. PST on Sunday, September 19th, 2010! Any entries after this time will be deleted!
- Contest open to U.S. residents only.

I received an Eagle Brand Ice Cream Pack for the Ice Cream Challenge from the Eagle Brand team at Smuckers to facilitate this review. Prizes are provided by Eagle Brand All opinions expressed in this post are 100% mine.

Halloween Blog or Treat Button

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:58:24 +0000

I am so excited for the response already for the Annual Halloween Blog or Treat Event on The Mommy-Files. Thanks to Amanda at Mommy Mandy, we have a way cute button for the event. Feel free to post on your blog if you’d like to promote the event and share your participation with others!

Hope everyone has a great week!

“iCarly: iSpace Out” DVD Review

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:40:08 +0000

If you’re a fan of iCarly, you’ll love her newest DVD! Year to date, iCarly ranks as television’s number-one program with kids 2-11 and is the first scripted series to incorporate kid-created original content. On August 31st, Nickelodeon and Paramount Home Entertainment released “iCarly: iSpace Out.” It’s a collection of iCarly episodes that are out of this world! Carly and the crew venture to a training facility to test their space survival abilities. Can they handle being locked in a space pod for 36 hours? On top of this challenge, the iCarly fun continues as Sam decides to reveal a shocking secret, Gibby want to fight Freddie, Carly and crew hunt for Bigfoot, and much more! You can find “iCarly: iSpace Out” on DVD in stores and online, retailing for $16.99.

DVD EPISODE LIST

iSpace Out
An eccentric billionaire asks the iCarly gang to perform the first live web show from outer space and they must go through a series of tests to make sure they’re fit for space travel. Back at the loft, Spencer is visited by a mysterious little girl.

iWas a Pageant Girl
Sam reveals she used to compete in pageants and convinces Carly to compete against her long-time rival in the Miss Teen Seattle pageant.

iEnrage Gibby
When Gibby discovers Freddie and his girlfriend in a compromising position, he vows revenge and challenges Freddie to a fight. Meanwhile, Spencer’s art career really takes off when the local paper incorrectly reports his death.

iFix a Popstar
When Carly, Sam and Freddie agree to make a music video for a pop star who’s trying to make a comeback, they discover that the pop star is out of shape and untalented. Meanwhile, Spencer has trouble dating a woman when he discovers she’s Gibby’s mom.

iWon’t Cancel the Show
When Sam ends up in jail, Carly and Freddie vow that the web show must go on. They try to enlist Spencer’s help at the last minute, but he has a date he can’t cancel.

iBelieve in Bigfoot
Carly believes Bigfoot exists and convinces her friends to embark on a search to prove it.

iCarly: iSpace Out Fast Facts:
Street Date: August 31, 2010
Catalogue: 076194
DVD SRP: $16.99
DVD Running Time: Approximately 144 Minutes
DVD Bonus Features:
o “iSpace Out” iTrivia
o Bonus episode of Victorious

iCARLY SYNOPSIS

A show-within-a show, iCarly follows its characters Carly and her best pals Sam (Jennette McCurdy) and Freddie (Nathan Kress) on and off webcam as they create their webcast – and grapple with everyday tween problems and adventures. Kid viewers who’ve connected with the TV characters interact with them at real-life companion website http://www.icarly.com – and upload original videos with the hope that their sketch will be chosen to appear on-air. They can also check out highlights of the latest webcasts from the series – plus additional footage not seen on-air – read weekly character blogs, send e-mails, ask questions, post comments, participate in polls and more. The popular site averages 2.9 million monthly U.S. visitors (source: Comscore Mediametrix , January-October 2009 U.S. data). iCarly comes courtesy of executive producer/creator Dan Schneider’s (Zoey 101, Drake & Josh) Schneider’s Bakery Productions, Inc.

MY THOUGHTS

If you are a fan of iCarly, you’ll love “iCarly: iSpace Out!” It’s a cute show that light-hearted and funny! Thanks Nickelodeon and Paramount Home Entertainment for a cute DVD!

I received a copy of “iCarly: iSpace Out” on DVD from Nickelodeon and Paramount Home Entertainment to facilitate this review. All opinions expressed in this post are 100% mine.

NutraSea Kids Blog Tour

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:12:24 +0000

Thanks to Mom Central, I had the opportunity learn more about and try out the NutraSea Kids supplements in our family. Over the past few years, increasing research has shown that essential fatty acids (EFAs) play an important role in our children’s development. But getting our kids to eat fish 2-3 times a week can be a difficult task and while fish oil supplements are an effective alternative, the accompanying fishy taste and questions of purity often prevent kids from taking them on a regular basis.

With Ascenta’s new NutraSea Kids supplement, moms can provide their kids EFAs with a great Very Berry taste and Pure Check quality assurance. Plus, since many kids have difficulty swallowing soft gels and capsules, NutraSea Kids’ liquid format makes it not only easy to take on its own, but also to add into smoothies, milkshakes, yogurt and other favorite foods.

Just one daily teaspoon (5ml) of NutraSea Kids provides children omega-3 and vitamin D for their development. And since every NutraSea product undergoes rigorous testing to ensure purity and quality, we can feel good about adding it to our children’s diet. Recommended for children aged 2-13, the Pure Check logo featured on all NutraSea products guarantees that they have been independently tested and certified for quality, purity and potency – a level of quality that sets Ascenta apart from its competitors.

I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central on behalf of NutraSea Kids campaign and received NutraSea samples to facilitate my candid review. Mom Central sent me a gift card to thank me for taking the time to participate

Joke of the Day

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 05:25:19 +0000

MAN:

1) Pull up to machine

2) Wind window down

3) Insert ATM card, enter PIN

4) Retrieve cash

5) Drive away

WOMAN:

1) Pull up to machine

2) Open door (too far away from machine)

3) Search through all of the 112 compartments in handbag for ATM card

4) Do make up, apply lipstick, fix hair

5) Insert Card

6) Remove card

7) Insert card the correct way up

Search for piece of paper with PIN on it

9) Enter PIN

10) Enter correct PIN

11) Retrieve cash, put in bag

12) Drive off

13) Reverse back to machine

14) Retrieve card

15) Drive three miles away

16) Release hand-brake

Joke is courtesy of AJokeADay.com!!!

Wisk: Protein Lab Science Experiment

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:54:07 +0000

I was excited to work with Wisk® as one of the FIRST to experience the brand new Wisk Laundry Detergent in the red-hot bottle. I have never used Wisk before, so I was really excited to find out if it was as good as they said it was! For this second post, I received a package from the Wisk team, which included a Protein-Stained Swatch, Dropping Pipette, Plastic Beaker, Goggles, Lab Coat, and Bottle of Wisk Laundry Detergent.

Wisk was the first liquid laundry detergent to market in 1956 and has been cleaning Ameria’s laundry for the past 50 years. You might remember Wisk from it’s legendary “ring around the collar” campaign. Now, Wisk has upgraded their formula, and not the price, to tackle stains. The upgraded formula features Stain Spectrum™ Technology. Wisk’s enzymes and cleaning agents target the full range of stains on a molecular level for a powerful clean.

New Wisk® with Stain Spectrum™ Technology is engineered to target the major stain groups. While there are hundreds of different kinds of stains, the majority fall into several basic categories such as proteins, carbohydrates, and oils. Protein stains come in many forms, including spinach, eggs, and baby formula, but the most familiar one is the infamous grass stain. If you’re a parent, I’m sure you are very familiar with this one!

Here is a helpful list of the different stains you might encounter when dealing with getting your clothes clean:

- Common Carbohydrate Stains – includes chocolate milk, ketchup, BBQ sauce, and syrup

- Common Protein Stains – includes grass, eggs, and baby formula

- Common Oil Stains – includes peanut butter, ranch dressing, and olive oil

- Common Bio Stains – includes blood and body soil

- Common Bleachable Stains – includes fruit punch, orange juice, worcestershire sauce, and beets

- Common Particulate Stains – includes dirt and baseball clay

- Common Synthetic Stains – includes watercolor paints

It doesn’t matter which of the stains you encounter, New Wisk® with Stain Spectrum™ Technology! You can find Wisk at major retailers nationwide, such as Walmart, Target, and Kroger. The suggested retail price is $5.99 for 50 fl oz. bottles that cleans 32 loads.

Visit Wisk.com to:

- Learn more about Wisk® with Stain Spectrum™ Technology and the different categories of stains
- Download a coupon
- Also, remember to visit Wisk at www.Facebook.com/Wisk
- Follow @Wisk on Twitter

MY THOUGHTS

I was really impressed with the stain-removing power of Wisk® with Stain Spectrum™ Technology. This science experiment was both fun and gave me a whole new impression of Wisk® with Stain Spectrum™ Technology! I give it a THUMBS UP! Special thanks to my amazing assistant (and son), Brian!!! Also, thank you to Wisk and One2One Network for this awesome opportunity!

This is a compensated post as part of the Wisk Campaign with One2one Network. All opinions are 100% my own and were in no way persuaded by Wisk, One2One Network or affiliates.

Share Your Giveaway Sundays

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 05:55:54 +0000

It’s that time of week again! Time to post your giveaways!

Feel free to link up your giveaway below or click on the giveaway you are interested in entering! Have a great week everyone!

1. TAOPN- $60 CSN Stores Gift Certificate (9/20)
2. TAOPN- Smitten NYC $100 or Less Item of Choice (9/14)
3. TAOPN- Evengrow Turntable for Potted Plants (9/6) *LOWER ENTRIES*
4. TAOPN- $15 KAMsnaps Gift Certificate (9/22) *LOW ENTRIES*
5. The Dill-io EasyLunchboxes 9/10
6. The Dill-io Skoy Cloth 9/10 LOW LOW ENTRIES
7. The Dill-io Peter Rabbit Organic Fruit Snacks 9/13 LOW ENTRIES
8. The Dill-io Soapnuts Organic Laundry Soap 9/17 LOW ENTRIES
9. Mommy Katie Simple Green Giveaway
10. Mommy Katie Zillionz Toy Giveaway
11. Mommy Katie Etch-A-Sketch Giveaway
12. Mommy Katie Izola Shower Curtain Giveaway
13. WIN $50 in free Usborne Books monthly drawing, 9/30, US
14. Mommy Katie Apple IPOD Shuffle Giveaway
15. Share your favorite FALL holiday recipe from your blog
16. Easy Lunchboxes Giveaway, 9/5, US
17. Mommy Katie Dove Chocolate Discoveries Giveaway
18. SBH- EcoMom $15 GC (9/5) ENDS TONIGHT!!
19. Mommy Katie Zak Designs for Kids Giveaway
20. Mommy Katie Munchie Mug Giveaway
21. SBH- Dr. Bloom's Teething Jewelry (9/10) *LOW ENTRIES!!*
22. Mommy Katie Boogies Wipes Giveaway
23. SBH- Kid's Storybook Piano iPhone/iTouch App (9/15) 10 WINNERS!!
24. Mommy Nachomamastees T-Shirt Giveaway LOW ENTRIES!!
25. Mommy Katie Smiley Cookies Giveaway
26. Mommy Katie Trading Phrases Wall Art Giveaway
27. Mommy Katie Barefoot Books Giveaway
28. Mommy Katie $40 CSN Giveaway
29. Mommy Katie Celebrity Look Alike Ducks Giveaway
30. Mommy Katie Zoo Lunchies Giveaway Ending Soon!!!
31. babybix - Jabra STONE Bluetooth Headset $130 (9/8)
32. babybix - Set of 6 Marble Racers Light-Up Cars $48 (9/8)
33. babybix - Spiffies Tooth Wipes Gift Bag (9/13)
34. babybix - Kidz Gear Wireless Headphones (9/20)
35. babybix - Little Kids Bubble Play Set $50 (9/18)
36. babybix - $25 Safeway GC 50 Box Tops (9/17)
37. babybix - Balance Bike from Prince Lionheart $110 (9/22)
38. My365toaSize5 -Skin Free Skin Renewal Kit - 9/20
39. My365toaSize5 -Active Lifestyle Pack - 9/15 VERY LOW ENTRIES
40. TOAK - Marmaduke DVD 9/20 LOW ENTRIES
41. TOAK - Flip SlideHD Video Camera ($279.99) 9/13
42. TOAK - Sport-Brella Beach Umbrella/Sun Tent ($60) 9/20
43. TOAK - Fisher Price Tornado Tee Golf Toy ($38) 9/6
44. TOAK - $25 GC To T.J. Maxx And Marshalls 9/6
45. TOAK - Wilton Cupcake Stand AND Decorating Items 9/6
46. TOAK - Gummy Lump Melissa & Doug Dollhouse OR Castle (TWO WINNERS 9/13) US/CAN
47. TOAK - PLAYSKOOL Talkin' Sid The Science Kid DVD 9/13
48. *7 LOW ENTRY GIVEAWAYS*
49. TOAK- Set of Adirondack chairs ($342 ARV) 9/20
50. TOAK - pair of Weboo Shoes ($45) 9/20
51. TOAK - Yo Gabba Gabba Prize Pack 9/20 LOW ENTRIES
52. MP - Gap Baby Boy Ultimate Gift Set, Size 0-3 Months - 9/12
53. MP - ThredUP Kid's Clothing Swap Pro Membership - 9/7
54. MP - Divvies Cookies Dairy Nut Egg Free - 9/6
55. Win $100 to TJMAXX!
56. Peace & Quiet - SeaPak & Farm Rich Products (9/23)
57. Piece Of Me - Pillowcase Dress from Cindy Smith Designs (9/17)
58. Abby Approved (Crafty Kids Model Cottage) 9/13
59. Abby Approved (Kathe Kruse Doll) 9/16
60. Abby Approved ($50 GC to CSN Stores) 9/7
61. Win a COACH Handbag! POSH on a BUDGET!9/15
62. Get Along Home-$25 to My Baby Clothes Boutique

63. Wall Dots & Hooded Towel (9/10)
64. Win Sexy Suction Cuffs Ends 9/11
65. 2 Wired 2 Tired - Conair Infiniti Pro Hair Dryer (9/10)
66. Sippy Cup Mom-Belle Boutique Necklace, Ends 9/9
67. Sippy Cup Mom-Bumps and Bruises Shirt, Ends 9/9
68. EDROML - Yo Gabba Gabba DVD & Book ends 9/11
69. EDROML - Charm Factory Bracelet ends 9/12
70. EDROML - Good Boy Roy T-shirt ends 9/15
71. EDROML - Munchie Mug ends 9/15
72. Simply Stacie- 2 $25 Amazon GC- 9/10
73. TWIU - $10 Amazon eGift Card! 9/6
74. MM-Jewelry Stylist Tennis Bracelet Ends 9/16
75. MM-Flatware From Oneida Ends 9/15
76. MM-Tropical Traditions All Purpose Cleaner Ends 9/13
77. MM- Grab A Scab 11 Winners Ends 9/08
78. MM-Gabriel Clean Kids Bubble Bath Ends 9/07
79. MM-Homemade Gourmet 3 Winners Ends 9/06
80. MM-Rapture Fashions Earrings Ends 9/05
81. ShaToBu The Work Out You Wear Body Shaper-9/14
82. Mom's Mutterings Tropical Traditions Organic Honey 9/18
83. Katz Gluten Free Baked Goods(2 winners & $100 Raffle)
84. Amy's Kitchen Review & Giveaway-9/7
85. Mom's Mutterings DownEast Basics clothing 9/18
86. Wen Haircare System-9/20
87. The Thrifty Things Kahiki Foods low entry 9/11
88. The Thrifty Things Wow! You Saved How Much Couponing Guide 9/13
89. The Thrifty Things Precision and Master Lock Combo 9/7
90. The Thrifty Things Bookworm Adventures Game 9/8
91. The Thrifty Things Yoplait Greek Yogurt 9/9
92. Catch the Drift... (Digital Photo Keychain) 9/14
93. The Thrifty Things Leslie Tyler Lipgloss 9/11
94. Catch the Drift... (Heartbound "Arise" Christian CD) LOW Entry 9/7
95. Misikko hair products 9/20
96. UTAH - 16 Tickets to Ringling Bros. CIRCUS! Low Entries (09/10)
97. 24/7 MOMS 4 Giveaways ending Sunday
98. Sesame Street Movie on Character USB Drive-LOW ENTRIES! (9/15)
99. jumpin beans - country time lemonade 9/18
100. jumpin beans - ecover all purpose cleaner 9/17
101. jumpin beans - precious moments baby blanket 9/13
102. jumpin beans - THROX - LOW ENTRIES 9/14
103. jumpin beans - Kimmy Shop Sling Tote 9/7
104. jumpin beans - best fairy book 9/7
105. jumpin beans - bridgewater candle 9/7
106. Dog Leash Luggage and Port-a-Poo 9/16
107. jumpin beans - your baby can read 9/19
108. Cuzinlogic - Put on Your Crown (Audiobook) - by Queen Latifah - 9/6
109. Cuzinlogic - 200 Free My Coke Rewards Points - 9/19
110. Cuzinlogic - Innocent by Scott Turow - 9/6
111. Cuzinlogic - Fever Dream by Lincoln Child - 9/6
112. Cuzinlogic - Dare To Take Charge by Judge Hatchett - 9/6
113. Bad Idea T-Shirts 9/7
114. Babasfarmlife-UPrinting 250 Die Cut Business Cards 9/16
115. Babasfarmlife-Calypso Studios Shop Totes 9/13
116. Babasfarmlife-CSN Stores $35 GC 9/22
117. Babasfarmlife-Stride Everyday Panties 9/12
118. Babasfarmlife-Handy Cooler Personal Cooling System 9/15
119. Babasfarmlife-Munchie Mug 9/15
120. Babasfarmlife-TT Coconut Water Vinegar 9/23
121. Babasfarmlife-Fashion To Figure Clothing 9/24
122. annies home - milly the pink kitty - 9/18
123. annies home - creations elin wooden letters - 9/17
124. 4our2cents-neutrogena clinical-9/12

125. $50 PayPal Cash from Living Out Loud, 9/30
126. Some Lucky Dog - $60 CSN GC 09-25
127. Kiki's fashion Maternity Clothes LOW ENTRIES 9/22
128. Yoplait Splitz Prize Pack (ends 9/11/10)
129. Fabulous Family - Feeder Frock Nursing Cover LOW ENTRIES - 9/15
130. KnitsandReads, Fantasy Jewelry Box $35 GC 9/18
131. AFF - $50 to CardsDirect 9/6 HURRY
132. AFF - $75 Visa Card & NatureMade Vitamins 9/7
133. AFF - Fundex Games for Children 5 winners 9/10
134. Susan Heim on Parenting - 5 Prizes from Romance Author Cynthia Roberts 9/29
135. Susan Heim on Parenting - Children’s Music Giveaway (4 CDs) - 9/18
136. Susan Heim on Parenting - Kenney Truly CordFree Roman Shades (pair) - 9/19
137. Susan Heim on Parenting - $125 Gift Code to CSN Stores - 9/17
138. Susan Heim on Parenting - I See the Sun in China (children’s book) - 9/13
139. KLY - Itzbeen Baby Timer and BNature Bodysuit - 9/18
140. KLY - Baby Harrill Minky Set and PaciPlushie - 9/18
141. The Mom Reviews-Topps/Bazooka/Animal Planet Goodies
142. The Mom Reviews-$25 GC The Children's Place
143. Baby in the Big City - Guidecraft 9/18 (No entries!)
144. The Mom Reviews-in-dulj Gourmet Treats 9/6
145. The Mom Reviews-Paul Frank Prize Pack 9/10
146. The Mom Reviews-Texas Instruments Calculator Prize Pack *$200 value* 9/15
147. 2 Monsters and a Princess-reusable sandwich bags 9/23
148. BBB-Scentsy Buddy Giveaway Ends 9/28
149. MM-Wiglington & Wenks Membership 9/12
150. OBM - Ecover All Purpose Cleaner 9/14
151. Todays Diva- Hapari Swimwear
152. Todays Diva- Karmin G3 Iron
153. Organic Girl-MetroWrap Baby Carrier
154. Organic Girl-Riverside Wagons {$260.00}
155. Organic Girl- Dapa Diapers Giveaway
156. Organic Girl- Knuckleheads 2 Winners
157. Todays Diva- Carolyns Kitchen Apron
158. $50.00 Walmart gift card! That Went Well, 9.7
159. Todays Diva- Bella BeachWear $50
160. CTBDF - $10 Target Gift Card 9/25
161. MST- Simulated diamond earring giveaway- LOW entries! Ends 9/17
162. little Indiana 3 Pieces of Pottery ENDS 9/12!
163. BabyMel X2 Diaper Bag {$98 Value} 9/20
164. Couponing For 4 - Free Jimmy Dean Breakfast - 4 Winners! (9/6)
165. Couponing For 4 - $25 Aldi Gift Card - 5 Winners! (9/7)
166. Hobo Mama Reviews = WondaWedge Inflatable Pillow indoors/outdoors $24 = US {9.7}
167. AFF - Gooseberry Patch Keepsake Cookbook 9/19
168. Totally Temberton - GIVEAWAYS!
169. SuperMommy Reviews--2 Medela breastfeeding prize packs
170. Money Saving Maine-iac, Saucy Mama Gift Pack 9/12
171. AFF - Hasbro Card Games 9/20
172. Free Mary Kay 9/16
173. ~Win a $50 Gift Certificate to Dakota's Personalized Gifts (09/15)
174. ~2 Winners! Jewelry From Southern Belle Jewelry $10 Starbucks GC (09/20)
175. ~Movie Tickets for 2 from Fandango (Happy Anniversary G4M!) (09/25)
176. ~The Birthday Chronicles:Remember Your Special Days (10/07)
177. 180 Piece MemoryWorks Kit (9/12)
178. DadLabs - Harmony One Universal Remote Control (9/9)
179. Joy Filled Frugality- Crystal Deodorant (2 winners) 9/18
180. RegardingNannies: 3 books Pout Pout Fish & Baby Brigade! (9/16)
181. $15 Olive Garden GC Prizes 9/14
182. Weleda Calendula Baby Care Starter Kit 9/13
183. Myitwins Stella & Dot giveaway
184. SuiteTrip - 2-Night Stay at Homewood Suites in U.S., Canada and Mexico (9/30)
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“Killers” DVD Review & Giveaway

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 05:45:54 +0000

On September 7th, 2010, Lionsgate Films will release the romantic comedy, “Killers,” on DVD and Blu-ray! I had been wanting to see this movie when it came out in the theaters, but didn’t make it, so I was super excited to have the opportunity to review it on DVD. You can find “Killers” on DVD and Blu-ray in stores and online, retailing for $29.95 (DVD) and $39.99 (Blu-ray).

SYNOPSIS

Get ready for a wild ride as Lionsgate releases the unpredictable romantic comedy Killers on September 7th to DVD, Blu-ray Disc, Digital Download, and on Demand. Led by Hollywood favorites Ashton Kutcher (Valentine’s Day) and Katherine Heigl (Knocked Up), the hilarious action-packed film also stars Tom Selleck (TV’s Jesse Stone: Thin Ice), Catherine O’Hara (For Your Consideration), and Rob Riggle (The Hangover) and was directed by Robert Luketic (The Ugly Truth) from a story by Bob De Rosa and a screenplay by Bob DeRosa and T.M. Griffin. The comedy about love, marriage, and everything in between comes packaged with to-die-for special features including deleted/alternative/extended scenes, a gag reel, and a “Killer Chemistry: Behind the Scenes with the Killers‘ Cast” featurette.

Jen Kornfeldt (Heigl) thinks she has found the man of her dreams. He’s smart, charming, and funny. So what if he’s also…an international spy? Fresh off a sudden break-up, Kornfeldt reluctantly accompanies her parents on a vacation to the French Riviera. Unexpectedly, she stumbles upon the perfect guy, the too-good-to-be-true and incredibly handsome Spencer Aimes (Kutcher). After three wonderful years of romance, the newlyweds prepare to celebrate Aimes’ 30th birthday. However, events are cut short when bullets start flying, and his little secret is revealed. Confronting the news head-on, Kornfeldt is determined to discover what else he might be hiding – all the while trying to dodge bullets, keep up neighborly appearances, manage the in-laws, and work out some major trust issues….And you thought suburban life was easy!

DVD / Blu-ray Disc Special Features

- “Killer Chemistry: Behind the Scenes with the Killers‘ Cast” featurette
- Gag reel
- Deleted / Alternate / Extended Scenes

Cast

- Katherine Heigl – TV’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” The Ugly Truth, 27 Dresses, Knocked Up
- Ashton Kutcher – Valentine’s Day, The Butterfly Effect, What Happens in Vegas, TV’s “That 70s Show,” Dude, Where’s My Car?
- Tom Selleck – TV’s “Las Vegas,” TV’s “Friends,” TV’s “Magnum P.I.,” TV’s Jesse Stone: Thin Ice,” Three Men and a Little Lady
- Catherine O’Hara – For Your Consideration, Best in Show, Home Alone, Home Alone II
- Rob Riggle – The Other Guys, The Hangover, TV’s “The Daily Show,” TV’s “Gary Unmarried”

KILLERS Fast Facts

Release Date: September 7, 2010
Rating: PG-13 for violent action, sexual material, and language
Genre: Comedy / Romance
Closed Captioned: DVD – English, Blu-ray Disc – English SDH
Subtitles: English and Spanish
Blu-ray Format: DVD – 16×9 Widescreen (2.35); Blu-ray Disc – 1080P High Definition 16×9 Widescreen (2.35)
Feature Running Time: 118 minutes
Audio Status: DVD – 5.1 EX Dolby Digital; Blu-ray Disc – 7.1 DTS-HD MA

MY THOUGHTS

I thought it was a cute movie. It had comedy, romance, and action – all a great combination for a good movie. The cast did a great job! Thank you to Lionsgate Home Entertainment for giving me the opportunity to review this movie!

GIVEAWAY

1 lucky reader on The Mommy-Files will win a copy of Killers on DVD!!!

WIN IT!!! (MANDATORY ENTRY)

- Katherine and Ashton meet in the French Riviera. What other travel destinations do you think are romantic spots to meet a lover?

EXTRA ENTRIES:

- Vote for The Mommy-Files on Top Mommy Blogs (simply click on the button on the sidebar) – 1 ENTRY
- Follow The Mommy-Files on Twitter – 1 ENTRY
- Tweet about the giveaway – 1 ENTRY DAILY
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I received a copy of “Killers” on DVD from Lionsgate Home Entertainment to facilitate this review. Prizes are provided by Lionsgate Home Entertainment. All opinions expressed in this post are 100% mine.

Joke of the Day

admin — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 21:05:54 +0000

Through the pitch-black night, the captain sees a light dead ahead on a collision course with his ship. He sends a signal: “Change your course 10 degree east.”

The light signals back: “Change yours, 10 degrees west.”

Angry, the captain sends: “I’m a navy captain! Change your course, sir!”

“I’m a seaman, second class,” comes the reply. “Change your course, sir.”

Now the captain is furious. “I’m a battleship! I’m not changing course!”

There is one last reply. “I’m a lighthouse. Your call.”

“Diego’s Ultimate Rescue” DVD Review

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 21:51:48 +0000

Go, Diego, Go….vamos, Diego, vamos, Diego…I could keep singing the song if you really wanted me to! My boys love watching “Go, Diego, Go” and we were thrilled to review yet another of the Nick Jr. favorite character’s DVDs! On August 31st, Nickelodeon and Paramount Home Entertainment released, “Diego’s Ultimate Rescue” on DVD! You can purchase the DVD in stores or online, retailing for $16.99.

“Diego’s Ultimate Rescue” Episode Synopsis:

Diego’s International Rescue League

Welcome to Rescue Island, where Diego and his team of Animal Rescuers from all over the world need to use lots of different vehicles and gadgets, and work together, to save exotic desert, river, sea, and mountain animals in an Ultimate Animal Rescue!

Ocean Animal Rescuer

When there’s an oil spill in the water, Bottlenose Dolphin needs your help to become an Ocean Animal Rescuer like his friends Diego and Baby Humpback Whale!

Diego Rescues Prince Vicuña

Team up with Diego and Victor Vicuña to search the mountains for the missing Prince Vicuña.

Diego’s Animal Rescue Missions Help Kids Learn:

- All about animals from all over the WORLD
- Identification, Matching, Counting, & Spanish Language Skills
- To take care of the environment

MY THOUGHTS

My boys enjoy watching the different “Go, Diego, Go” DVDs and this was yet another enjoyable (and educational) DVD! I love that the Diego shows include singing, Spanish vocabulary, and educating about different topics. Thanks to Nickelodeon for another great DVD!!!

I received a copy of “Diego’s Ultimate Rescue” on DVD from Nickelodeon and Paramount Home Entertainment to facilitate this review. All opinions expressed in this post are 100% mine.