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Saturday, November 21, 2009

Skin MD Natural Lotion Review & Giveaway

I love lotions of all kinds. So I was excited when I was asked to review Skin MD Natural Lotion.

Skin MD Natural is a shielding lotion, a breakthrough in skin care technology. It bonds with the outer layer of skin to form a new protective layer that locks in natural moisture, protects against chemicals and other impurities, and lets the skin heal itself.

Skin MD Natural is Dermatology tested. And some things I also like about it is that it does not contain animal products and is not tested on animals. That has always been important to me.

Another thing I like about it is that it is fragrance & colorant free. It is also hypoallergenic. I like the fact that it is fragrance free, because although I like lotions with scents, there is also sometimes when I don't want any fragrance. Especially since Skin MD can be used on your face, hands and body. I love putting lotion on my face, but don't want it to smell. So the Skin MD is actually perfect for that. It also is very quickly absorbed into your skin and doesn't feel oily or greasy.

Win It: One lucky reader will win a bottle of Skin MD Natural Lotion

Mandatory Entry: Visit the Skin MD site and tell me something you learned there.

EXTRA ENTRIES: (leave separate comment for each entry you do. For example if you blog about this giveaway - worth 5 entries - please leave 5 separate comments)

1. Follow my blog (publicly)
2. Follow me on Twitter & tweet this giveaway (use retweet button above if you like)
3. Daily entries: tweet giveaway
4. "Grab my Button" and post it on your blog (worth 3 entries)
5. And for 5 extra entries blog about this giveaway, linking back to this post

RULES: Giveaway is open to US Residents only. Giveaway ends December 5, 2009 at 11:59 PM. Winner will be chosen via Random.org. Winner must have valid email in their blog profile or leave email in comments otherwise you will be disqualified. Winner will have 48 hrs. to confirm by email, If no confirmation in that time frame a new winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: Skin MD provided me with the bottle of lotion, at no cost to me, for the sole purpose of reviewing it and offering it for a giveaway. The opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced by monetary compensation.

Winner of Pillsbury "Thanksgiving Fun" Pack

JC said... 7: My favorite part about Thanksgiving is actually all families can get together. It's once a year big event for us, I'm very thankful for this!; November 10, 2009 8:58 PM

I have emailed the winner. Congratulations. Check my sidebar for my current giveaways, which I will be adding a few more in the next couple of days. Thanks to every one who entered!

Also a friendly reminder, please, when entering any of my giveaways either have your email in your blog profile, or leave in the comments. Otherwise if I don't have your email, I can't contact you if you win, and I will have to choose another winner.

Camera Critters - #19

Awhile ago, when my tomato plants were still growing, I went out to pick some. And on the ground, in between the plants, I heard some rustling. I didn't know what it was at first, until I spotted a cute little baby mourning dove.

I ran back in the house to get my camera, and was only able to get this one picture, when it flew up into some bushes. The baby mourning dove really blends in, doesn't he?

Friday, November 20, 2009

Celebrate The Holiday Season In Branson

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Hiltons of Branson. All opinions are 100% mine.

If you are looking for a fun way to spend the holidays this year then you should consider visiting Branson. You and your loved ones could share the warmth and comfort of a real Ozark Mountain Christmas. This sounds like a great way to spend the holiday season.

If you decide to visit Branson, then you should stay at the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing or the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel.

There are really some terrific packages going on right now. There is one called It's A Wonderful Life starting at $329 a night. Starting on November 19 through December 23, you can experience an incredible getaway. This would be the perfect getaway for shopping, relaxing or even entertainment.

That's because Branson has loads of shops, restaurants, and entertainment facilities. There is even a spa called Aspire Medical spa.

The Hilton Branson Convention Center is also having story time with Mrs. Clause in the lobby during November and December. Doesn't that sound fun? And Santa himself will deliver presents and cookies and milk to guest's rooms. This will come with a package called Santa Coming To Town. That package starts at only $189 a night.

So if you're looking for a real fun way to spend the holidays, check out Hiltons of Branson!

Friday Photo Flashback #7

I'm sure if you have an extended family of any kind, you might know the dilemma every holiday of whose family you are going to spend that holiday with.

This year we are going to my mother's house for Thanksgiving, but we have gone to my mother-in-law's in the past too.

Here's a picture of my my husband's nephew, my husband, and my husband's brother, taken about 8 years ago on Thanksgiving.

These three, can be quite the trouble makers when they get together - lol.

Received Some Tofurky and Gravy Jones Soda!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Jones Soda. All opinions are 100% mine.

I received a package yesterday. I love getting packages in the mail. Look at what I got:

Can you see what it is? It is a really cute Turkey hat from IZEA and some Tofurky and Gravy Jones Soda . Fun!

My kids where very excited about the hat. When my son got home from school he tried it on:

He also wanted to try the Tofurky and Gravy soda. Although my husband kind of wanted to bring it into work and give it to one of his friends. But he let my son have it instead. I couldn't believe they were actually fighting over the soda!

Here he is trying the soda:

My husband and I asked him how it tasted. He said pretty good, he actually really liked it. We were curious for ourselves, so we each took a sip of it. I have to say it is very interesting flavor. It really does taste like Turkey & Gravy.

My husband should look for it for his friend, he'd probably get a real kick out of it. Especially if he is a vegetarian, because Tofurky and Gravy Jones Soda, is perfect for vegetarians, who want some turkey on Thanksgiving. Because it tastes like it but doesn't contain any real turkey in it.

Of course when my daughter got home from her Girl Scout meeting later, she wanted to try on the turkey hat. With out even realizing it, for a few seconds I had her on video.

My husband and I even tried it on, but I didn't get pictures of that (lol). I have a feeling they are going to be fighting over who wears this hat on Thanksgiving!

Aloha Friday #11

An Island Life hosts this meme. Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response.

My question: What are your plans for Thanksgiving?

My answer: We are going to my Mother's house. I am spoiled, my Mom does most of the cooking. Then Bonus - my kids will stay there for the weekend, while my husband and I can have a weekend to ourselves, and hopefully get some more Christmas shopping done.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Be a Pop Star!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Popstation. All opinions are 100% mine.

Do you dream of being a Pop Star? Well now there is a really cool way that you can make that happen. It is called PopStation. This is a site where you can register for free and then start making that singing career you dream of start.

What PopStation is, is an online music and entertainment singing experience. You can sing your way to the top of the charts. And you may even qualify to win an album deal.

How you do this is, you enter what they call the practice rooms. Every week there is a new song released for each genre of music, such as Hip Hop, Country, etc. Then you can go in the practice room, where you will record your own song. Everything you need to do so is there for you such as lyrics sheets, etc.

Then your song will be entered into the contest. And they will get voted on by the PopStation audience, which is people just like you. There are no celebrity judges, or panels.

Then the really sweet thing is that every three months someone will win "The Big Deal." What the Big Deal is, is that the winner will get an all expense paid trip to NYC. Where you will stay for 3 nights in a really cool hotel. Then you will get to go to a professional recording studio. And you will get to spend two days recording your very own album. All with the help of a professional production team.

That is if you win. And the only way to have a chance to win is to enter. So what are you waiting for? If you dream of being a big Pop Star, then get on over to PopStation!

Thursday Thirteen #31

I feel like Thanksgiving nowadays is an over looked holiday. I like Thanksgiving, it was my Father's favorite holiday too.

Here's thirteen things I like about Thanksgiving: (traditional things my family always has)

1. Turkey
2. Stuffing
3. Mashed Potatoes
4. Squash
5. My mom's pecan rolls
6. clam dip
7. gravy
8. green beans
9. mixed nuts (the kind you need a nut cracker to open)
10. brownies
11. apple pies
12. ice cream
13. And of course spending time with family

Go to Thursday Thirteen to play along too!

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Shop Using The Dirt Devil Holiday Gift Guide

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Hoover and Dirt Devil. All opinions are 100% mine.

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As I have mentioned in some previous posts, I have already started some Christmas shopping. As I'm shopping I can always use some advice and tips on shopping. That is why I was excited to come across the Dirt Devil Holiday Gift Guide.

As I'm sitting here contemplating weather or not I want to go out shopping in the stores, I started to look over the Dirt Devil Holiday Gift Guide. And I may reconsider going out to shop. Instead I may do a lot of my shopping online. That is because on the buying guide I saw that there was over 300 tips on ways to save with online shopping.

Some helpful things I found on the Guide were a list of websites for Black Friday and for Cyber Monday. Also listed is many sites with Promo Codes. It is great to get these codes because when checking out online using these codes many places will give you great deals on shipping, and other special offers.

Using this guide you can save even more on shipping. They state that the second annual free shipping day is December 17, 2009. Many websites are offering free shipping on that day, and the Dirt Devil Holiday Gift Guide will help you find those sites.

They even have offers on gifts for him, her and family favorites. And there is so much more to find on this guide. This is truly an awesome gift guide for your holiday shopping. Go check it out for yourself!