Cars 2 in Theaters June 24th & Cars 2 Super Giveaway 6/30: WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

jakiesmom said...

voted online 5
nannypanpan at gmail.com

June 28, 2011 10:49 PM 

An e-mail has been sent to Jakiesmom and she has until Tuesday to respond due to the holiday before a new winner is selected via random.org.  Thanks to all those who entered and voted!!

I really cannot tell you how many times our family has watched Cars as my two younger ones are addicted to it.  Imagine how cool it was to travel to Texas a couple of months ago to only divert up to NM and catch Route 66 and tell them as of course, they knew about it from Cars.   Now it's time to rev up your engines, or your kids, to get ready for Cars 2 racing into theaters everywhere June 24th and we'll be there!

Interesting fun facts:

John Lasseter returns to the driver’s seat to direct this follow-up to his 2006 Golden Globe®-winning “Cars.” “Cars 2” is co-directed by Brad Lewis, producer of the Oscar®-winning film “Ratatouille,” and produced by visual effects industry veteran Denise Ream (associate producer, “Up”; visual effects executive producer, “Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith”).  The film hits the track on June 24, 2011, and will be presented in Disney Digital 3D™ and IMAX® 3D in select theaters.

•  John Lasseter made his feature film directing debut with “Toy Story” in 1995.  He has since directed such Disney•Pixar classics as “A Bug’s Life,” “Toy Story 2” and “Cars” and served as executive producer of all other Pixar films to date. He is currently the chief creative officer of Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios and principal creative advisor of Walt Disney Imagineering.
•  “Cars 2” is the 12th feature-length animated film from Pixar Animation Studios (its first 11 have earned $6.5 billion at the global box office).  Pixar, which has earned 29 Academy Awards® and seven Golden Globes®, celebrates its 25th Anniversary in 2011.
•  “Cars” originally released on June 9, 2006, and grossed nearly $462 million worldwide. It was nominated for two Oscars® and one Golden Globe®, winning the first ever Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film.

Check out the trailer:

In Cars 2, Lightening McQueen, voice of Owen Wilson, takes off with Mater overseas for the first-ever World Grand Prix to find out who is the world's fastest car.  You thought it would be that easy?  The plot thickens as Mater finds himself caught up in an intriguing international espionage ring and has to choose who h will help.  Cars 2 also introduces new characters.

Click here to see the preview along with a site full of fun and information at Disney.  My kids joined this site along time ago to play the Cars online game which is free.

If you are looking for some fun activities for your little ones, just click on each link below:

  

Connect the Dots
Match the Cars
Escape the Maze



Whitewall Tire Cookies



Toy Mater Cookie Treats

“Like” CARS 2 on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/PixarCars to stay up to date!

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The GIVEAWAY:

• CARS 2 t-shirt in youth sizes of S, M, L, XL
• CARS 2 set of 3 bumper tickets
• CARS 2 temporary tattoo sheet (2 per winner)
• CARS 2 puzzle

                               

                

To Enter:

Visit the official website http://www.disney.com/Cars and tell me who your child's favorite character is or which new character looks the coolest AND follow my blog.

Extra Entries:

See home page for extra entry options


Giveaway ends 6/30 at midnight (mountain standard time) - winner selected via random.org


Open to US/Canada

Pink Digital Photo Keychain Review

The Pink Digital Photo Keychain is a nice inexpensive photo keychain that is perfect for party favors or small tokens of appreciation.  It comes with it's on USB cord so it's an all-in-one gift ready to go.  I was able to easily download my pictures and watch them slide from picture to picture.  The screen was vivid and I was surprised at how great they looked.


Here are more details:

• 1.5 inch 128x128 LCD display;
• 4.8 MB internal memory which can store about 72 pictures;
• Auto / manual picture slide show, slide time adjustable.
• Manual switch between picture and time display
• Time display including date, week, hours, minutes and seconds.
• Time manual adjustable or sync with computer via software.
• Picture format: JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF;
• Picture size automatically cut by software.
• Input / output picture via photo View software which contains in the attached CD
• Built-in rechargeable battery
• Charged / data downloaded via 5 pins USB cable
• Dimension: 5.5x4.1x1.2cm
• Weight: 85g

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Danielle's Beauty and the Beast Birthday Party

Finally another birthday party is rolling around and this time, it's for Danielle who will turn 4.  She's my little miracle since she was born prematurely and had to be taken on the spot post ultrasound.  She spent a week in the PICU but was released on my birthday.  She also suffers from an unknown pulmonary condition that is easier to diagnosis as either asthma and/or allergies as that's how she is medicated.  She was intubated two year's ago and wasn't expected to live.  From some miracle, must have been all those prayers to God, she pulled through it while boggling the doctors who cared for her.  So each year is a remembrance of how lucky we are and what we would have missed out on should she have went to heaven then.

Danielle is a princess and loves all things foo-foo related which couldn't make me happier because the older girls are not into that.  We went to Disney last month and she fell in love with Belle from Beauty and the Beast so this year's party is a Belle theme.  Since we packed, moved and are still living out of boxes, I can't find all my party things so I am resorting to having to purchase most everything.

I found her dress at Amazon and love the Storybook Belle Prestige Costume versus some of the other choices.  I'm opting for a three special where she will get the shoes and tiara too.

For her cake, I'm undecided if I will buy an image personalized with her name and Belle or just buy a Disney Princess Belle Figurine or Cake Topper.  I have found my edible printer and sheets but not sure I can make it happen in time since my other daughter is running for a Pepsi Refresh Grant for her non-profit Angels4Epilepsy as that's time consuming. My choices so far are:

  

I'm going to try to find my Silhouette cutting machine and try to make some other paper things like a banner, invitations, napkin rings and more.

I do like these invitations and necklaces on Etsy:

 

Next month is my busy month as not only do I have my birthday (smile), but my daughter's, my husband's, my father-in-laws and my dear friend, Annie's.  Busy month but I love it!

We had our party and here are the pictures:

Brazilian Peel At Home Peel Review

I've never had a dermatologist strength peel before but had a friend who did and swore by them.  I think I strayed from them due to the costs mostly.  I was introduced to a complimentary pack of Brazilian Peel and after two uses, I am sharing my thoughts.  First, here are some specifics about the at home peel:

• Contains 30% glycolic acid – 5x stronger than most doctor endorsed glycolic products - so results are deeper, stronger, longer lasting.
• Clinically proven to visibly brighten, smooth, firm and tone skin.
• Safe, gentle, easy to use thanks to the revolutionary Q-Mag Neutralizer, a patented delivery system which delivers the strength of a professional glycolic peel without irritation.
• Enhanced with açai, a natural and potent anti-oxidant from the Brazilian rain forest, that helps reduce the damaging effects of free radicals.
• Hastens cell regeneration and restores skins’ collagen building function to create a younger looking appearance as softer, clearer, less congested, healthier-looking skin emerges.
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven skin tone.
• Hyper pigmentation, blemishes and dry patches are reduced or eradicated.
• Helps repair sun damage.
• Helps improve skin’s texture, smoothing away dullness, roughness and dryness.
• Skin becomes tighter, firmer, more radiant and glowing.
• Makes skin surface ready for High Definition attention.
• Allows moisturizers and treatment products to be more efficacious.
• Dye free.

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My Review:

The Brazilian Peel is the first 30% glycolic acid, medical strength peel for at home use and is stated to be five times stronger than other retail products.  The Brazilian Peel contains both glycolic acid and acai which is a natural super anti-oxidant from the Amazon Forest.

It's easy to use as you cleanse your face, neck and decollete (i.e. neckline) and pat dry.  Dispense the contents of the syringes in the palm of your hand and mix with two fingers which you will feel a warming sensation.  Apply a thin layer, starting at the forehead, working down the sides of your face and your nose, the neck and neckline with downward strokes.  They do caution to stay away from the eyes and nostrils.  You only have to wait 10 minutes and then you rinse with cool water, follow with moisturizer and sunscreen.  They also state that you may feel tingling and tightening which are normal but you shouldn't feel any discomfort.

I found no discomfort with usage, it was easy to apply and I felt the slight skin tightening.  It was easy to remove, had no bad odors and left no greasy or other feel behind.  My face felt smooth and clean.  The next morning after the first use, I thought there was a glow to my complexion and it looked more vibrant.  I used it again for my second weekly treatment and felt my face still had a nice glow from the peel today.  

To date, I will keep using it and will post again after my fourth week of use.

Each box contains a four week treatment and results vary.  They do recommend using Brazilian Peel continuously for best results.

Brazilian Peel was named one of the Breakthrough products in 2010.

It costs $78 with free ground shipping and is available in the 48 states - not yet internationally.

Other Benefits:

• 100% Money Back Guarantee
• Free Continental US UPS Shipping
• Portion is donated to rainforest sustainability
• Success Stories here

Order here at http://www.advancedhomeactives.com/

Follow on Twitter at http://twitter.com/BrazilianPeel

3 CD Norah Jones Collection 6/30 - WINNER CLOSED

Only one person entered so this was an easy one to award!  An e-mail has been sent!


Thanks!


This is a somewhat easy giveaway as I won three Norah Jones CDs and am going to pass it on to help my eight year old win a Pepsi Refresh Grant for $25,000 for her non-profit Angels4Epilepsy.

The three CDs are:

1. The Fall
2. Not Too Late
3. Come Away With Me

 Jamie was diagnosed with epilepsy two year's ago and has had some struggles along the way.  One thing she learned was to give back to others and this took the form of starting an organization that gives back to children.  Sometimes she gives to children with other ailments or to families staying at the Ronald McDonald House but mostly, she provides gift bags to children hospitalized with epilepsy.  Since starting officially in 2010, she has provided over 300 gift bags to children in Georgia and Florida and soon to Indiana.

 

 

The grant will be used to purchase bears, gift cards for families in need to purchase their children bicycle helmets and medical alert USB bracelets as well as awareness posters about how strobe lights on motorcycles affect some with epilepsy.


Your vote can help her win this great grant to help other children.  Voting is daily and can be done online and via text.


To Enter the giveaway:


Vote by either creating an account on the Pepsi site or login with your Facebook account and you can text daily - this is a mandatory entry:


http://www.refresheverything.com/angels4epilepsyincorporated 
Text 106872 to Pepsi 73774

• Leave a comment that you voted online for one entry - can be done daily.
• Leave a comment that you voted via text for one entry - can be done daily

* NOTE - online voting entries are those that actually vote via online and will be validated


Extra Entries:

• Follow my blog for two entries
• Tweet about this giveaway for two entries and leave the url to the tweet
• Blog about this giveaway for five entries and leave a link to the post.

Giveaway ends 6/30 at midnight (mountain standard time) - winner will be chosen via random.org.

Open to US please. 

The Vampire Diaries Complete First Season DVD Set Giveaway 6/30 - WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

Dee said...

I follow you on twitter as deegee13

deeg131 at gmail dot com

June 12, 2011 3:22 PM 

An e-mail has been sent and Dee has 48 hours to respond before a new winner is selected via random.org.  Thanks to all those who entered and voted!

This is a somewhat easy giveaway as I won The Vampire Diaries Complete First Season and am going to pass it on to help my eight year old win a Pepsi Refresh Grant for $25,000 for her non-profit Angels4Epilepsy.  Jamie was diagnosed with epilepsy two year's ago and has had some struggles along the way.  One thing she learned was to give back to others and this took the form of starting an organization that gives back to children.  Sometimes she gives to children with other ailments or to families staying at the Ronald McDonald House but mostly, she provides gift bags to children hospitalized with epilepsy.  Since starting officially in 2010, she has provided over 300 gift bags to children in Georgia and Florida and soon to Indiana.

 

 

The grant will be used to purchase bears, gift cards for families in need to purchase their children bicycle helmets and medical alert USB bracelets as well as awareness posters about how strobe lights on motorcycles affect some with epilepsy.


Your vote can help her win this great grant to help other children.  Voting is daily and can be done online and via text.

To Enter the giveaway:


Vote by either creating an account on the Pepsi site or login with your Facebook account and you can text daily - this is a mandatory entry:


http://www.refresheverything.com/angels4epilepsyincorporated 
Text 106872 to Pepsi 73774

• Leave a comment that you voted online for one entry - can be done daily.
• Leave a comment that you voted via text for one entry - can be done daily

* NOTE - online voting entries are those that actually vote via online and will be validated


Extra Entries:

• Follow my blog for two entries
• Tweet about this giveaway for two entries and leave the url to the tweet
• Blog about this giveaway for five entries and leave a link to the post.

Giveaway ends 6/30 at midnight (mountain standard time) - winner will be chosen via random.org.

Open to US please. 

'Supernatural: The Complete Second Season' on Blu-ray

Are you a fan of Supernatural?  Now in its seventh season, the series continues following the two brothers, Sam and Dean, as they hunt down monsters.  If you are into the super natural, ghosts, demons and more, you will love watching Supernatural and now you can also enjoy Supernatural:  The Complete Second Season on Blu-ray!  We finally purchased a Blu-ray player and there is nothing like the quality projected especially when watching Dean.

In Season 2 of Supernatural, the Winchester brothers face a wide assortment of otherworldly creatures including werewolves, shape shifters, ghosts, zombies, vampires and a clown demon.  My favorite episode was Simon Said.  I like how they keep you waiting on the edge trying to figure out is it really a monster or demon or is there another explanation.   My other favorite episode is Croatian.  I like the science type mysteries such as a virus and without knowing what it would really end up being, it kept me watching.  The episodes are addicting!

Order your copy of Supernatural: The Complete Second Season on Blu-ray here today and will be available 6/14!

* Disclosure:  I have been hired by Warner Bros. WBWord division to promote Supernatural: The Complete Second Season on Blu-ray.

Cooking Party Template: Black and White Post Cards from Zazzle.com

Cooking Party Template: Black and White Post Cards from Zazzle.com

Free Father's Day Card at Tiny Prints

Hurry over to Tiny Prints on Facebook, like them and receive a FREE Father's Day card! Talk about frugal!  It's amazing the things you can do with no money and thanks to Tiny Prints, it's your first step towards bringing a smile to that special father!

Don't forget to enter the Father's Day sweepstakes!

USDA Forest Service and Ad Council Launch New PSAs to Re-connect Families and Kids with Nature

Children in the U.S. spend 50 percent less time outdoors than they did 20 years ago. In an effort to motivate families and their children to get outside more often and re-connect with nature, the USDA Forest Service and the Ad Council today launched new public service advertisements (PSAs) to encourage families to take the time to discover the forest.   The Chief of the U.S. Forest Service, Tom Tidwell, will unveil the new PSAs on June 11 at Kingman Island in coordination with National Get Outdoors Day.

Initially launched in 2009, the campaign aims to encourage children and their families to get outside and experience the many benefits of nature. Research shows that children who play outside have a reduced risk for obesity, lower stress levels, more active imaginations and they’re more likely to become environmentally conscious adults.

The new television, radio, print and outdoor PSAs, created pro bono by ad agency, Turbine, are being released to coincide with National Get Outdoors Day on June 11. The PSAs encourage children and their parents to visit www.DiscoverTheForest.org (and the new Spanish version, DescubreElBosque.org), which includes an interactive map tool, powered by Google and Nature Find™ that enables users to search for nearby forests and parks, as well as downloadable activities for them to print and take with them when they visit.

“Parents play an important role in encouraging children to get outside in nature,” said Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell. “Our campaign with the Ad Council aims to re-connect families to nature by encouraging them to break free from their daily routines and experience the forest first hand. This gives families the ability to explore and engage in adventurous play, instilling in children a love for nature and fosters a sense of stewardship for the environment and our public lands.”

“We are proud to join our partners at the USDA Forest Service again this year with new materials that encourage families to truly discover the wonders of our national, state and urban forests,” said Peggy Conlon, president and CEO of the Ad Council. “We hope the result is that more children experience the joys of nature and that it creates a lifetime of interest and environmental stewardship.”

"It goes without saying, the world of electronics pervades all our lives more than ever," says Rob Slosberg, Partner and Creative Director at Turbine.  "This campaign encourages parents to unplug and bring your kids to the forest to experience all the wonders of nature."

The Ad Council and the USDA Forest Service will promote the new PSAs through a multifaceted social media effort on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter. Visit the campaign's online communities on facebook.com/DiscoverTheForest,YouTube.com/DiscoverTheForest and twitter.com/cheecker.

For more information on local events and ways to celebrate National Get Outdoors Day visit www.NationalGetOutdoorsDay.org. 

Betty Crocker's First Ever Gluten Free Baking Contest & Giveaway 6/25: WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

~dab said...

6-23 vote - online and text

June 24, 2011 1:50 AM 

An e-mail has just been sent and she has 48 hours to claim prize before a new winner is selected via random.org. Thanks to all those who entered!

For the first time ever, Betty Crocker is hosting a Gluten Free Recipe Contest!  Gluten free products and cooking are still relatively new so finding some good recipes can be a challenge.  Now through June 30th, you can visit www.glutenfreely.com/bakerschallenge for a chance to win a grand prize of $5,000!  The grand prize winner will even have a chance to be featured on a box of Betty Crocker Gluten Free desert mix or Bisquick Gluten Free baking mix and/or be featured in a Betty Crocker publication!


Entering is easy as all you need to do is submit an original gluten free holiday-themed appetizer, bread or desert recipe using any of the Betty Crocker Gluten Free desert mix or Bisquick Gluten Free baking mix.  Recipes will be judged on five categories:

1. taste
2. creativity
3. ease of preparation
4. consumer appeal; and 
5. appearance.

If selected as one of the 10 finalists, you will receive a Betty Crocker Gluten Free Baking gift basket and finalists' recipes will be featured on www.glutenfreely.com/bakingchallenge and voting by the Gluten Freely community to determine the Grand Prize Winner.

Click here for more information on the challenge, recipes and much more at Gluten Freely.

You can click here to save 20% on the purchase of any of the five Betty Crocker Gluten Free mixes.

  

We received the Bisquick Gluten Free Baking, Betty Crocker Gluten Free Brownie Mix, Devil's Food Cake Mix, Yellow Cake Mix and Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix.  I will post how yummy these were at a later date but wanted to get the information and giveaway out ASAP.

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The Giveaway:

One reader will randomly win a five box gift set of Betty Crocker Gluten Free Baking mixes (same as I received).

To Enter:


Follow my blog and tell me if you have ever tried a gluten free mix before.


Extra Entries:

• Share that Betty Crocker will be having a 20% off sale all of June via Twitter or FB with this link:  http://bit.ly/bcgfreecontest for two extra entries
• Like me on Facebook
• Follow me on Twitter
• Tweet about this giveaway - can be done daily
• Blog about this giveaway - can be done once for five extra entries
• See www.healthbeautychildrenandfamily.com for extra bonus options

Giveaway ends 6/25 at midnight - Mountain Standard Time - US only please

Winner will be selected via random.org




*Disclosure:  Betty Crocker provided you with the product, and information through MyBlogSpark.