Fuzzi Bunz Giveaway

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In case you didn't know already cloth diapers are back! I know for some of you those are two very scary words. But before you run and hide hear me out. Fuzzi Bunz aren't the cloth diapers our mothers and grandmothers used. That means no more pins!

Stay-at-home-mom, Tereson Dupuy, invented FuzziBunz in January 1999 in response to her infant son's chronic diaper rash and her overall dissatisfaction with all available diapers. Tereson stitched the first FuzziBunz in her home and a short time later, the FuzziBunz diapering movement was born.

FuzziBunz diapers include three layers:
1) a waterproof outer barrier to keep wetness contained,
2) a soft microfleece inner layer that touches a baby's skin and pulls away moisture, and
3) a unique, pocket-style opening that enables a parent to customize the absorbency using super absorbent micro-terrycloth pads.



The good thing about Fuzzi Bunz is that you will be able to use them for multiple children. They have super durable snap closures that have multiple placements so they grow as your baby grows. Fuzzi Bunz do not pill, fray or stain. And by using them you are doing something good for the environment. But the best thing has to be that they are great for your baby. Fuzzi Bunz keep your baby dry and comfortable virtually eliminating diaper rash. Plus, they come in a variety of patterns and colors!

You might think that the upfront cost of cloth diapers is just too much. But really its not when you think about it. A standard pack of disposable diapers is around $19.97. When you go through almost a pack a week that is $80 a month . Now multiply that by 12 months. Yeah, the price of cloth diapers is now where near what disposables cost. And if you plan to use them for more than one baby it is well worth the upfront cost.

One luck winner will receive 3 Fuzzi Bunz diapers in their choice of color and size!




To Enter: You must visit Fuzzi Bunz and choose what color and size you would love to win. Then come back here and tell us your choice.
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Giveaway will end on February 8th at 11:59 pm ET. The winner will be chosen by Random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents only.

A big thank you to Fuzzi Bunz Direct for sponsoring this giveaway!

Jack and Lily Winner

The winner of the Jack and Lily giveaway is...

#91 - Leah said...

And, I TWITTERED about this give~away.......user name: leahita.

http://twitter.com/leahita/status/1139417166

leahita[at]gmail[dot]com

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Layers Clothing Review

I have had a hard time finding clothes that I really, honestly like. The styles are either too young or too old for me. There is no in-between. I am a mom but I still want to look glamorous in clothes. That is why I love Layers clothing. The clothes have a vintage feel but with a modern twist.


(My failed attempt at modeling.)

I recently had to chance to review the Evelyn dress. I don't own many dresses. I especially don't own any Plum colored dresses. So for me wearing this dress was almost like stepping out of my box. When I put it on my whole attitude changed! I instantly felt beautiful. Even though I hadn't showered, my hair was up in a ponytail and I had zero makeup on (sorry for the rough visual). For the first time in I can't remember how long, I actually felt glamorous. The fit was perfect. The size was spot on. (Which nowadays is very hard to find). The fabric is made of nylon but has a little stretch thanks to some spandex. The waist detail and the collar are a perfect touch. And the length hits at just the right spot. And the color! Wonderful! Do you get how much I love this dress!?

Layers describes its style as "Humble but edgy, sweet but sassy." I couldn't agree more. They have everything from dresses, long-sleeve tops, cardigans and skirts. They also have a Sculpting line coming soon! I urge you to check out the Layers website where most of their clothes are half off! The Evelyn dress is half off too!

A big thank you to Layers Clothing for sponsoring this review!

EarthLust Winner

Congratulations to...

#133 - steph said...

blog entry 4. msmith572@yahoo.com

http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-gSPFnWU8aKufh_Myaro1iO4-?cq=1

January 20, 2009 11:21 AM

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Sprout Shell Giveaway

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Its cold outside! We live in the sunny south and the high this weekend is supposed to hit 34 degrees! That is it. I hate having to take Princess P out in this kind of weather. And I know most mamas do too. So what if there was a product that shielded your child from all the harsh elements. Would you buy it? Well, I am glad you said yes because there is such a wonderful invention.
Meet Sprout Shell. A super stylish cover that fits right over your infants carrier. The Sprout Shell has elastic around the edges that holds it in place. That means no more fooling around with blankets flapping in the wind or blowing off. It has a hole on the top so you can securely grab the handle. And since it fits around the handle it is elevated, so it is not on top of your little "sprouts" face. The Sprout Shell is easy to use and fits virtually every infant carrier. Not only does it protect your little one from the cold but it also works great to shield them from the sun, wind, and dust. It also helps to protect against all the people who can't resist to touch your little one. I wish I had know about this when P was a newborn!
Sprout Shells come in a variety of patterns and colors. And the price is great too!



One lucky winner will receive a Sprout Shell of their choice!

To Enter: You Must Visit Sprout Shell and tell me which one you would choose if you are the lucky winner.
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Please leave each entry in a separate comment. If you blog or tweet leave 5 comments saying so.

Giveaway will end on February 5th at 11:59 pm ET. The winner will be chosen by Random. org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents only.

Be sure to check out the other wonderful Giveaways going on right now at the Bloggy Carnival.

A big thank you to Sprout Shell for sponsoring this giveaway.

Wordless Wednesday: The Great Pumpkin

An oldie but goodie. There is nothing quite like the excitement of your first Pumpkin!

Little Chickie Wear Giveaway

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I always enjoy finding cute new baby clothes. I especially enjoy finding baby clothes that are made out of 100% certified organic cotton like the ones you will find at Little Chickie Wear.
Gwen, owner and creator of Little Chickie Wear, says that she draws inspiration from her daughter Elizabeth's interests. "She had a pig phase--so Pretty in Pink came about. And she went through a trouble phase when I created the pirate." So, does that mean we have Elizabeth to thank for all these adorable onesies and tees? :) Either way I am glad they were created.
The designs are just too cute! I literally laughed out load when I saw the Train design that says "I Toot Toot" under it. Another one of my favorites is the "Hand-Wash Only" onesie or tee with a clothesline design. What is super cool is that some of the onesie designs have sayings on the back. Along with the onesies and tees you can find hats with the same designs. The onesies range in size from 3-6 months to 18-24 months. And the tees run from a 2T to a 6T.
I know you are dying to get your hands on one of these adorable creations. And one person will get one for free!



One Lucky Winner will receive a item of their choice from Little Chickie Wear!

To Enter: You must visit Little Chickie Wear and find the item you would choose. Come back here and tell us what it would be.
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5. 5 extra entries if you blog or tweet about this giveaway. Leave an address where it can be found.

Each entry must be left in a separate comment. If you blog or tweet leave 5 comments saying so!

Giveaway will end on February 3rd at 11:59 pm ET. The winner will be chosen by Random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or I will choose another winner. Contest open to US and Canadian residents only.

Be sure to check out hundreds of other giveaways listed at the Bloggy Carnival!

A big thank you to Little Chickie Wear for sponsoring this giveaway!

Dapple Winner

The winner of the Dapple Toy Cleaner Wipes and the Toy Cleaner Spray is...

#52 - Christina G. said...52

I like the Dapple Dish Liquid because it is easy on your hands. Thanks for the giveaway!
January 16, 2009 7:00 AM

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Natural Elements Review & Giveaway

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I recently took a trip to Hawaii. In my bathroom that is! Jean-Luc from Natural Elements was nice enough to send me some genuine Hawaiian products to review.
Natural Elements offers bath and body products as well as skin care products made in Hawaii. They contain natural ingredients that have been used in Hawaii for centuries. These are not the products you see everyday on store shelves. The are authentically made!
One of the first things I got to sample was the Hawaiian Awapuhi Shampoo and Conditioner. Of course the first thing I noticed was the wonderful smell (it was mango coconut if you are wondering). The shampoo lathered up great and rinsed away easily. The conditioner moisturized and detangled my hair. As soon as my hair dried it was very soft and manageable. It smelled great and had a nice shine to it too.

If I had to choose one favorite thing I reviewed it would be the Shea Butter Body Cream! The Body Cream's are one of the newest additions to the line. They come in a wide variety of fragrances including, Kauai Kiss, Pineapple Paradise, Island Passion and Hawaiian Sunrise. The Body Cream left my skin feeling the softest it has been in a long while. It even made my skin look moisturized. I have a feeling the Shea Butter was to thank for that.

Another product I highly recommend is the Gourmet Soaps. It has been awhile since I have used bar soap. So I didn't know what I was going to think. But I ended up really liking it! With ingredients like Kukui and Macadamia nut oils, whats not to like right? The smell was great and left my skin feeling nourished.



Natural Elements also has products like: Lip balm Tins and sticks, Candles, Body Washes and Tropical Body Oils. I recommend you try them all. We all can use a mini vacation! :)
And one lucky winner will get one!

I have one Floral Water in Plumeria Lei, Shea Butter Body Cream in Kauai Kiss, Gourmet Handmade Hawaiian Pikake Soap, a travel size bottle of Pikake Jasmine Botanical lotion and one Island Passion lip balm tin to give to one lucky winner.

To Enter: Visit Natural Elements and pick out an item you would love to try. Come back here and let us know what it is.
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5. 5 entries if you blog or tweet about this giveaway. Leave an address where it can be found.

Please leave a separate comment for each entry. If you blog or tweet leave 5 comments saying so.


Giveaway ends February 1 at 11:59 pm ET. The winner will be chosen by Random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents only.

I also have coupon codes for $5 off your purchase to Natural Elements. The First 15 people to leave a comment will get one! So be sure to leave your email address.

Be sure to check out the (hundreds) other contests going on at the Bloggy Carnival!!

A big thank you to Natural Elements for sponsoring this review and giveaway!

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Back on the Homefront...

I have been so busy with reviews I have totally neglected my "personal" posts. So here is an update.
It is definitely decided that C will get out of the military. I know it is a risky decision in this economy but this is what he wants to do. He does not want to be deployed again (3rd time) because of having to leave Princess P. And he also wants to be closer to family. Which is going to be great for P. She spends her time with just me and C. She needs to be around other people and I could definitely use a break! But this decision poses so many other problems. We have to sell this house, find a new house, find jobs, insurance and the list just goes on and on! Oh how I dread going back to work! The cost of living is double what it is here so I will have to find a job. I hate the thought of having to leave Princess P (I have never been away for more than 2 or 3 hours). And I have no idea what I am going to do. I do not want to go back into the healthcare field. And I can see me juggling college, a full-time job and a family. I know women do it everyday, but I don't think I am that strong. Oh well, I just have to take it day by day. I am getting to the point that I want to move though. The sudden string of violence around here is starting to freak me out a little. I do miss the country where you don't have to worry about locking your doors at night.
On another note Princess P is learning how to crawl. I don't know if that is a good thing or not. She is into everything. She even learned how to shut the bedroom door today!

New Winners Again!!

Okay, this is starting to get old. I have had to redraw winners 3 times for one contest. Am I going to have to make the rules state that if an email address isn't left then your comment will be deleted?

The winner of the Rock N Rule Mom tee from Promom Couture DID contact me. But the Grateful Mom tee was not claimed.

The new winner of the Grateful Mom Tee is...

#79 - musingsfromamichiganmom said...

I love the Good Karma Mom shirt!

ruter72@gmail.com


The new winner of the Carolyn's Kitchen Apron is...

#24 - Renee G said...

I love the Dorothy Apron with red.

rsgrandinetti(at)yahoo(dot)com


The new winner of the burp cloth from Miss Gina Designs is...

#52 - Andrea said...

i like the long flower fabric apron

andrealshipley@gmail.com

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Hip-T Winner

The winner of the Hip-T giveaway is..

#32 - Ginny said...

These are so great, I'd pick the black with lace!

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I still haven't heard back from three other winners. If they haven't contacted me by tonight I will be forced to draw new winners. This is why I stress the importance of leaving an email address!

Jack and Lily Review & Giveaway

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Every time I get a packaged in the mail I am anxious to open it up. But when I opened this particular package I couldn't believe my eyes. Inside was an adorable little pink box labeled Jack and Lily. And inside that adorable little box was an adorable pair of little shoes perfect for Princess P.




Jack and Lily is Canadian based company that makes adorable footwear for babies and toddlers. They have two different lines of shoes. One titled "My Shoes" and the other line is their Original Collection. The Original Collection is a line of shoes that are easy to slip on thanks to the gentle elastic around the ankles. They are made of super soft leather with a soft and flexible skid resistant suede sole. The My Shoes collection is a line soft soled shoes that can be worn inside or out. They too are made of breathable, premium leather. But they have a genuine suede lining. The My Shoes are are easy to get on and off with the Velcro closers. They are also ultra-light weight. Making them perfect for new walkers and pre-walkers.



Jack and Lily were nice enough to send us a pair of shoes from the "My Shoes" Collection. The Sport shoes in pink to be exact. As soon as I took them out of the box I noticed the fine detail that went into making these shoes. I also noticed how soft and light weight they felt. We have had some problems finding P shoes due to the fact that she is a "healthy" baby. Sometimes the top of her feet are to plump to fit inside the shoe. So I was a little worried how these were going to fit. But much to my surprise the tops of the shoes open up wide when the Velcro is undone. So that made it easy for Princess P's foot to slide right in! They are just as cute on as they were sitting in the box. P didn't even seem to notice that she had shoes on. She went on playing like nothing happened. I am in love with the both of the collections from Jack and Lily.

And I know you are too. So here is your chance to win.

One Lucky Winner will receive a pair of Jack and Lily shoes the style of their choice!

To Enter: You must visit Jack and Lily and find your favorite style and size. Come back here and tell us what it is. Answer must include both to win.
Please, Please leave an email address. I have to have a way to contact the winner.

Extra Entries:
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5. Tweet about this giveaway. Leave an address where it can be found.
6. 5 extra entries if you blog about this giveaway. Leave an address where it can be found.

Please leave a separate comment for each extra entry. If you blog leave 5 comments saying so.

If you do not follow the rules your comment will be deleted.

Giveaway will end on January 30th at 11:59 pm ET. The winner will be chosen by Random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Contest open to US and Canadian addresses.

A big thank you to Jack and Lily for sponsoring this review and giveaway!

Miss Gina Designs Winner

Once again I had to renumber the entries because the rules are not being followed! If you blog or tweet leave 5 separate comments saying so! If you do not follow the rules you comments will be deleted. You must visit the sponsors site!! And you Must verify you feed subscription!!

Here is what you are waiting for...

The winner of the Miss Gina Designs Giveaway is...
#100 - aajacques said...

I like the Humpty Dumpty burp towel, it's too cute.


No email address - I left a message on your blog!

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EarthLust Review & Giveaway

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It wasn't until recently that I discovered stainless steel water bottles. It was right after the facts came out about BPA. While searching for a safer alternative to plastic water bottles I came across EarthLust.
EarthLust has a line of very beautiful, yet unique stainless steel water bottles. All of the bottles are made from food grade stainless steel and are unlined. They use non-toxic pants and BPA free bottle caps. Each bottle is a custom design and most are limited edition bottles. They even come in a range of sizes: 13 ounce, 20 ounce and 1 liter.

I was lucky enough to try the Red Crow 20 oz bottle. As soon as it came Princess P reached for it and would not let it go! And as soon as I got it away from her C took it from me. The only way I could get it back to try out was to promise he could borrow it for work this week.
I instantly fell in love with its design. It is unlike any other water bottle I have seen. And it is simple to use! No caps to flip open. Or layers for moisture to get trapped between. Just a wonderfully designed bottle. It is also very convenient. The screw off cap comes with a carabineer clip attached to it. Making it easy to attach to purses, diaper bags, you name it. The cap also has a very effective seal to prevent leakage. Trust me I tested it out! And something else I noticed was it seemed to keep the water colder longer. But best of all, it is environmentally friendly. You aren't filling the landfills with plastic bottles every time it becomes empty.
You can find these wonderful stainless steel bottles at EarthLust.com. With prices ranging from $16.00 to $21.00. Just think of all the money you could save not having to buy bottled water all the time!

One Lucky Winner will receive an EarthLust Bottle of their choice!

To Enter: Go to EarthLust and choose you favorite bottle design. Come back here and tell us what it is.
Please, Please leave an email address. I have to have a way to contact the winner.

Extra Entries:
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4. Enter any of my other giveaways. Leave a comment saying which ones.
5. 5 entries if you blog or tweet about this giveaway. Leave an address where it can be found.

Each entry must be left in a separate comment. If you blog or tweet leave 5 comments saying so.

Giveaway will end on January 28 at 11:59 pm ET. A winner will be chosen by Random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to get in contact with me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway is open to US residents only.

A big Thank You to EarthLust for sponsoring this review and giveaway!


Here is your chance to give back. If you become a fan on EarthLust's facebook page, they will donate $1 to Blue Planet. A great foundation set up to provide safe drinking water around the world.

Winners

Sorry I have been MIA for a few days. We were out of town looking at houses. So I have several winners to post. And we have some great giveaways and reviews coming up this week.

The two winners for the Promom Couture never got in contact with me. So the new winners are...

Rock N Rule Tee
#81 - jceko77 said...

All American Mom eagle in black is my fave
jceko77@yahoo.com

Grateful Mom Tee
#34 - wigget said...

my favorite is the Knock-Out Mom Black Tee

I have no way to contact you.


The winner for the Sweetheart Apron from Carolyn's Kitchen is...
#18 - Sherry and Gena said...

we blogged about your apron giveaway here

http://sgwearefamily.blogspot.com/

Please contact me within 48 hours to claim your prize!

Dapple Review & Giveaway

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When I became a mom, my whole way of thinking changed. I suddenly became more aware (more like paranoid) of the products I use to clean with everyday. When I ran across Dapple, a line of natural-based cleaning products, I breathed a sigh of relief.
Dapple is designed specifically for households with children. In fact their product line is especially made with babies in mind.

From dapplebaby.com: When we first became moms, we found a market full of “baby-friendly” products – from gentle laundry detergent for babies’ clothes, to mild shampoo for babies’ hair. But there was nothing specific for the very items that our babies put into their mouths each day – their baby bottles, cups, and dishes. The dish soap products we used left a synthetic fragrance behind, and we were always concerned about lingering suds. We also soon noticed a persistent odor and film on our bottles that conventional dish liquids never fully removed.

It became our mission to find a better way – and create a line of products that were natural and safe for our babies, but also specifically targeted to clean the unique messes they leave behind. With the help and hard work of several experienced pediatricians and a team of seasoned green chemists, Dapple was born. Today, Dapple offers a full line of cleaners tailor-made for households with young children – including our flagship products, Dapple Dish Liquid and Dapple Dishwasher Powder, and the just-introduced Dapple Toy Cleaner, now available in spray and wipes. All Dapple products use natural-based ingredients that are environmentally-safe, biodegradable, and free of parabens, SLES, and phthalates, as well as synthetic dyes or fragrances.



I recently got the chance to give the latest editions to the dapple line a try. The Toy Cleaner Wipes and the Toy Cleaner Spray. The first thing I noticed when trying out the wipes was how incredibly soft they were! They are even made out of a biodegradable fabric. I wiped literally every toy that Princess P has down with the wipes. And to my surprise they left no trace of residue. Next thing to tackle was P's highchair. I used the Toy Cleaner Spray for that. I simply sprayed and wiped away. No having to worry about rising it off. I instantly had peace of mind knowing that I won't have to worry about the next time she eats in her highchair!

Don't you hate it when you are in the supermarket and your little one throw's their favorite toy right out of the stroller or cart? And you cringe at the thought of giving it back to them. Because, in most cases, that toy is going straight into their mouths. Well, Dapple has a solution for that too! They have made a travel size pack of wipes that fits right into your diaper bag or purse. So the only thing you have to do is wipe it down and give it right back to them.

Dapple Toy Cleaner Spray
Features:

* Natural-based ingredients
* Phtalate-free, paraben-free, SLES- & dye-free
* Fragranced with pure lavender essential oil
* Biodegradable
* Not tested on animals
* Certified to contain no detectable levels of dioxane

Dapple Toy Cleaner Wipes
Features:

* Natural-based ingredients
* Phtalate-free, paraben-free, SLES- & dye-free
* Fragranced with pure lavender essential oil
* Biodegradable
* Not tested on animals
* Certified to contain no detectable levels of dioxane

Dapple is Pediatrician recommended. And in August of last year they won the iParenting Media Award! How wonderful is that?

If you have children in your home I encourage you to give Dapple a try. Their product line includes: Dish Liquid, Toy Cleaner Spray, Toy Cleaner Wipes, Toy Cleaner Wipes Travel Pack and the Dishwasher Powder. You can buy Dapple products online at dapplebaby.com as well as diapers.com.

One Lucky Winner will get to try the Toy Cleaner Spray and the Toy Cleaner Wipes!

To Enter: Visit Dapple and tell me which product you would like to try most AND why. Entries must include both to win.
Please, Please leave an email address. I have to have a way to contact the winner.

Extra Entries:
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4. Enter any of my other giveaways. Leave a comment on which ones.
5. 5 entries if you blog or tweet about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Extra entries must be left in separate comments! If you blog or tweet leave 5 comments saying so.

Giveaway will end on January 25 at 11:59 pm ET. The winner will be chosen by Random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents only.

Thank You to Dapple for hosting this giveaway!

SoapNuts Review

I stumbled upon the SoapNut website and could not believe my eyes. Nuts!? To wash your clothes with!? What!? I honestly did not believe what was before my eyes.
SoapNuts are actually the fruit of a tree! They are 100% natural which makes them a great alternative to the laundry detergents we use everyday. Now I know you are thinking how do they clean my clothes? Well, the nuts outer shell contains saponin. And saponin has the ability to clean and wash. How cool is that?
Recently I got to give SoapNuts a try. As soon as I opened up the box I saw this cute little bag that contained the SoapNuts. I opened it up and there the little beauties where. The SoapNuts have a very different smell to them. Which I am not going to lie, I was a little worried about. On the website they do admit that the SoapNuts have an odd smell. So I went ahead and washed a load of towels with them.
You know that cute little bag that held the SoapNuts? You know, the one that I thought was used purely for decoration? Well, that is actually what you put the SoapNuts in when you wash. You put 3-5 of them in there. Toss it in the washing machine and that's all. You do have to have the water temperature set on warm or hot for the saponin to release. If you want to wash in cold water you can make SoapNut Soak to take care of that.
When the washing machine was done I ran to it eagerly to see if our towels smelled. While they did smell a little bit like the odd odor. I went ahead and threw them in the dryer. When the timer went off I ran in there and pulled the towels out. No Smell At All! Just fresh clean laundry. Hooray! Yes, I was a skeptic at first. But, now I am a believer.
For all those people that want their clothes to have a fragrance to them. They have essential oils you can add to the bags. The Citrus Mist oil sounds wonderful!
SoapNuts are great for babies and people who have sensitive skin and allergies.
You can buy SoapNuts online at www.laundrytree.com. Prices range from $1.99 to $29.99. Go ahead and try some, I know you want to!

Promom Couture Winners

There was a grand total of 161 entries for this giveaway. I did have to go back and renumber them because I had some double entries in one comment. That is why I say leave a separate comment for each entry. It makes it a little easier on me. :) Now to the part you are waiting for...

The Grateful Mom Tee goes to...
#13 - My life with little girls said...

I am following your blog

I left a message on your blog.

The Rock N Rule Tee goes to...
#110 - Heather said...

rock and rule is great

Heather Please contact me within 48 hours to claim your prize.

Yum...Candy!

My name is Piece of Me and I am addicted to chocolate! I think I have a serious problem. Whenever I see any type of chocolate or candy in the house I have to eat it. If I don't it will sit there and taunt me until I do! You name it, gum, Laffy Taffy, snickers bars and my new favorite Take 5 bars. I love it all! We just really need to start buying Bulk Candy to save C from all those trips he has to make to the gas station. And if we did that he might actually get some. It is like I am pregnant all over again! Does anyone else have this addiction to sugar?
Do you know what holiday is soon approaching? Easter! Do you know what Easter means? Cadbury Caramel Eggs!!! Only my most favorite candy in the world. At the end of the Easter Season I stock up on them so I can have them for several months afterward. Well, my intention is several months. But, they seem vanish a couple of weeks later. I just need someone to please reassure me that I am not the only one suffering from this oh-so wonderful addiction.

Hip-T Review & Giveaway

Don't you hate it when this happens?

You know, the dreaded plumbers crack.
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Do You want to pull someones shirt down when you see their muffin top? I know I do! But, I would be a hypocrite if I said I have never had either of these to happen me. Ladies, we have all been there! Now it is time to stand up to crack cleavage! We have to get the word out about the Hip-T! We can save millions of women from the embarrassment of showing the world what color (and kind) of underwear they are sporting.
The Hip-T is like the bottom half of a shirt. You get all of the coverage (and more) of a full shirt without the top half.
I recently got the chance to give Hip-T a try. At first when I saw the picture I was a little afraid that it might be a bit tight. Especially when I heard that if you are between sizes order down (which I did). But I could not have been more wrong! It is super comfortable. I even feel like it holds my "mommy pooch" in. Which means I don't have to suck it in all the time! It makes me more confident in the fact that, next time Princess P throws her toy out of her stroller when we are in the mall. I don't have to worry about holding my shirt and pants together when I bend over to pick it up. Plus, it has the super cool effect of layering without having to deal with the added bulkiness of an extra shirt!

Now I know you want to try this super cool invention. And one lucky winner will get to try it for free!

One lucky winner will receive a Hip-T in the color of their choice!

To Enter: Visit Hip-T and pick the color you would choose if you are the lucky winner. Come back here and tell us what your choice is.
Please, Please leave your email address. If you are the winner I have to have a way to contact you!

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4. Tell us what print you would like to see on the Hip-T for spring.
5. Enter any of my other giveaways. Come back here and let me know you did.
6. 5 extra entries if you blog or tweet about this giveaway. Leave an address where it can be found.

Please leave a separate comment for each entry! If you blog or tweet about the giveaway leave 5 comments saying so.

Contest ends January 21 at 11:59 pm ET. The winner will be drawn by Random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner has 48 to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Contest open to US residents only.

Right now Hip-T has select colors 20% off!

A big thank you to Hip-T for sponsoring this review and giveaway.

Trendy Tadpole Review

Is it a bad thing when your baby daughter is more trendy than you are? If so, I need to hang my head in shame! Because Princess P is definitely trendy. And sometimes it can be very hard to find those oh-so-adorable clothes. So of course that meant I was super psyched to find the Trendy Tadpole! It is an adorable online shop that carries the cutest tees and onesies. The phrases and graphics one these little tees are the cutest. Just take the "King of The Playground" tee or the "Hug it Out" tee for example. Of course one of my favorites is the "P Is For Pony" tee that Princess P got the chance to review!

(It is not a great picture of the tee. But, when you are working with a 7 month old as your model, its hard to get "that perfect shot".)
Another great thing about these tees is that they are super soft!
All Trendy Tadpole items are made in the USA. But the best thing is your purchases support charities that include the Humane Society and UNICEF! How great is that!?
If you would like to get your hands on a Trendy Tadpole tee, just check out their site. The good news is all tees and onesies are on sale right now for $11.95!! And you thought trendy meant expensive. But wait, it gets better. If you buy two tees, you get another one for free! That's right. Your choice of tee for free! Go get to shopping my fashionista friend!

What's That? I Won!?

Whoo Hoo! It looks like Piece Of Me got a Thank You award. *Does a little happy dance around the computer chair.* I am so honored to accept this award. I would like to thank my fans, my oh so loyal subscribers, my daughter who gives me inspiration and cute moments to right about, my husband who puts up with my countless hours on the computer late at night. Oh I don't want to leave anyone out. Thanks to my sponsors who give me great things to review and giveaway to you wonderful people. And a big thank you to The Power Of Housewife Word Of Mouth who nominated me! Now am I eligible for an Oscar? Just kidding, just kidding. But really a big thanks to everyone who reads, sponsors, and inspired this blog.

Now here are the rules:
Show some linky love to your nominator (not your denominator :), failed joke attempt).
Then you must pass the coveted award onto ten other bloggers. The "ground rules" say ten, but I say rules are meant to be broken! So go on and make someones day!

My Nominees in the Thank You for making my day category are:
Inside Out For Making Me Laugh On A Daily Basis.
Custom Blog Designs For Creating Me An Oh So Lovely Blog button. (Isn't it great!?)
Berrie Sweet Picks For Going Above And Beyond.
Barefoot Military Mommies For Creating A Blog Especially For Military Mommies.
The Pink Chandelier For Giving Me Some Great Advice.

Miss Gina Designs Review & Giveaway

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I was thrilled when I came across Miss Gina Designs. Not only because she is a Virginia gal (like myself), but because she makes some of the most adorable things!
From Regina, creator of Miss Gina Designs: "At Miss Gina Designs, you will find a wide variety of unique, trendy, and functional handmade gifts for babies, prissy little girls, rugged young boys, ladies and men. Many of the items can be customized with embroidery or handpainting. We love creating gifts that our customers can be proud to give to their friends and family. Quality and customer service is of utmost importance!"
Some of my favorite things from Miss Gina Designs include, Night Lights, Aprons, Burp Cloth sets, Tutus and the Handpainted Names!
We were lucky enough to receive a monogrammed bib and burp cloth set from Miss Gina Designs! And I have to say, I am absolutely in love with them.



The fabric is so cute and matches Princess P's nursery perfect. The burp cloth is extra wide for those big messes we all know our little ones can make. And the bib is also a little bigger than a regular sized bib. It seems to come out a little more on P's shoulders. Which is a great thing for when she tries to grab the spoon from me and food goes flying! The set is so adorable, that I just want to display them in her room. I can't stand the thought of getting them dirty. Good thing you can just toss them into the washing machine!
So are you totally jealous yet? Don't be, because...

One Lucky Winner Will Receive A Burp Cloth Of Your Choice (Monogrammed or Not) From Miss Gina Designs!!!

To Enter: You Must Visit Miss Gina Designs and pick out your favorite item. Come back to here and tell us what it is!
Please, Please leave an email address! I have to have a way to contact the winner!

Extra Entries:
1. Grab my button and put it on your side bar. Please leave where it can be found.
2. Follow this blog either on blogger or twitter. Or both!
3. Subscribe to my feed.
4. Enter any of my other giveaways. Leave a comment saying which ones.
5. 5 extra entries if you blog or tweet about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Each entry must be in a separate comment. If you blog or tweet please leave 5 comments saying so.

Giveaway will end on January 19th at 11:59 pm ET. The winner will be chosen by Random.org and will be posted here as well as emailed. The winner has 48 hours to contact me or I will draw a new winner. Contest Open to US residents only.

If you can't wait until the giveaway is over to get your hands on one of the creations from Miss Gina Designs. You are in luck! From now until February 28, 2009 you can receive 10% off your purchase by using the code DISCOUNT at the checkout! Remember Valentines Day is right around the corner.

A big thank you to Miss Gina Designs for hosting this review and giveaway!

A Cute Boutique

With spring right around the corner I am on the look out for super cute Little Girls Clothes for Princess P. So I was very excited when I came across this online boutique. They have a wide range of Childrens Clothing, room decor, diaper bags, and Baby Gift Baskets. They even have a huge selection of sale items!
I fell in love with this Baby Girls Polka Dots And Mums Baby Doll Pants Set by Baby Lulu. It would be great for upcoming spring. And as an added bonus it is on sale! Princess P would look so cute this Bodemi Little Girls Piper Side Tie Halter Dress. It would be perfect for family pictures and when we go to the beach.
I seriously need to stop looking at their clothes. Because every time I change the page I find something else that Princess P would look adorable in. But, in that case I am glad they are offering free shipping on orders over $100 or more!
Great I just found something else that P has to have! The Sterling Silver Personalized Name Bracelet With Picture. How cute is that, it already has Princess on it! Okay seriously have to stop looking now!

Carolyn's Kitchen Apron Giveaway!

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Hello Hot Housewife!I am a huge fan of the these vintage-inspired aprons. I guarantee if you put one of these on, no one is going to care what you are cooking.
Carolyn West, owner and creator, of Carolyn's Kitchen says "I wanted to bring back the glamour, sexiness, and cuteness of a bygone innocent era. The gloves and fabrics are new and nicer - it's a new and improved version of the '40's." And I think that everyone agrees on a job well done!
These aprons have not only become the talk of the blogosphere, but even Hollywood has taken notice. Bridget Marquardt from "The Girls Next Door" and Stacy London from "What Not To Wear" have been seen on television sporting Carolyn's Aprons! And not to mention all of the magazines that these wonderful creations have been featured in.
Carolyn's Kitchen offers a wide variety of apron and glove styles. I have complete confidence when I say that after looking at these aprons you will have to have one!
And for one Lucky Winner that will come true!

Carolyn's Kitchen has graciously offered one lucky winner a Sweetheart Aqua Apron!

*To enter you Must visit Carolyn's Kitchen and find your favorite apron. Then come back to this post and let us know what it is.
*You Must Leave an Email address! I have to have a way to contact you if you are the lucky winner!

Extra Entries:
1. Become a follower on my blog. Either on Blogger or Twitter. Or both!
2. Add my button to your sidebar. Please leave an address where I can find it.
3. Subscribe to my feed. Become the first to know about the great giveaways I have coming up.
4. 5 Extra entries if you blog about this contest. Please leave a link where it can be found.

Each Entry must be left in a separate comment! If you blog about the contest please leave 5 comments.

This giveaway will end on Friday, January 16th at 11:59 pm EST. I will draw the winner using Random.org. The winner will be posted here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to get in touch with me. If I do not hear back from the winner a new one will be chosen. Contest open to US residents only.

Be sure to check out my other great giveaways Promom Couture! And my giveaway for Miss Gina Designs. Help spread the word.

Product Reviews At Your Fingertips

Have you ever wanted a specific item on the internet but hand no clue where to find it? Well, Hottest Products can help. Hottest Products is an online directory of sorts. They have reviewed over 5000 products and even categorized them so the products are at your fingertips.
A section that I love is the Exercises Training Programs. It has everything from Anti-Aging Fitness Programs to Black Belt In A Box. The Exercise Training Program section is a must if you vowed to exercise more in the new year.
Hottest Products has sections that include: Guitar Playing, Pregnancy and Birth, Relationship advice and Work From Home just to name a few. Another one of my favorite section is Stress and Anxiety Reduction. I know a lot of moms that could benefit from that.
Hottest Products is confident that their product reviews will supply you with the type of information that's crucial for executing an educated choice on your next acquisition. And the best part of all is that they offer this wonderful service for free! That's right. No more signing up to get the inside scoop.
I am headed over there right now to check out their Healthcare and Beauty section.

Buying A Bank Owned Property?

I know that this is a random question right out of left field, but has anyone had any experience buying a foreclosure property? Since C and I are in talks of him not re-enlisting into the Air Force and maybe moving back to our hometown. We have to find a new house! And since the cost of living is almost double what it is here, we have a limited budget. We have found some foreclosure properties in our price range however. So before we seriously consider buying, what do we need to know? I know that the inspection process can be very disheartening. But the house we are looking at was built in 2004. So hopefully there are no major problems. I know there are a lot of things to look out for in bank owned properties. But we have no idea what they are. Could someone please help?

Cosmetic Surgery?

Before I got pregnant with Princess P I had no idea what pregnancy could do to your body. And for those of you who don't know, trust me its not pretty. But then again, you could be one of those freaks (just kidding) that bounces right back. Currently, I weigh less than what I did before getting pregnant. But, it doesn't look like it.
I have wanted to get breast enhancement surgery since I was a teenager. But I have always been to chicken to go through with it. One of the big reasons being that I was afraid that would I would get a less than skilled surgeon. Plus, the financial aspects of the surgery were a little hard to grasp.
So when I came across MYA cosmetics I became very intrigued. At MYA they offer a wide variety of surgical and non-surgical procedures preformed by their elite surgical team. And they even have affordable, flexible finance packages to help you achieve the dream of becoming a new you. At MYA they have highly skilled surgeons with years of experience. So if you are even considering having cosmetic surgery check out MYA cosmetics. Just think about it, a new you for the new year!

Stay Tuned

I have some really great giveaways and reviews coming up. So be sure to become a follower and grab my button! They will count as extra entries in the giveaways!

Its Tax Time!

Its that wonderful time of the year again. The dreaded tax season is upon us. As everyone waits patiently for their W-2s to arrive. Many people have questions and concerns to specific tax issues. Like IRS lien subordination. Are you in a circumstance where you need someone to afford you an interim period by having it lifted while you refinance or sell your home or property? By doing this, it may allow you to seek out better interest rates and market trends.
Could you be worried about IRS tax audits? Which, I hate to say it but, are no joking matter. That is why you need to make sure you are professionally represented by a CPA or Tax Attorney. In this case they will handle your case with the IRS or state so it becomes a worry free experience for you.
Are you being harassed by the IRS to pay debt? In this situation you need a Tax Payment Plan. This gives you the time to recover your financial position while avoiding the numerous and humiliating attempts from the IRS to collect your debt. Whatever your worry this upcoming tax season their is always IRS tax relief out there to help.

Promom Couture Giveaway

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I happened to be the lucky winner of a Promom Couture shirt on My Funky Monkey blog. As soon as I got the shirt I could not wait to wear it. And let me tell you it looks great with a pair of jeans!
Promom Couture's tees allow you to be stylish but yet, let it be known you are proud to be a Mom! With shirts that sport titles "Knock-Out Mom" and "Couture Mom" you can't go wrong. Promom Couture's fashion does not end there. They offer stationary and jewelry. As well as a "Green Mom Section" with items that include totes, stationary, and candles. We all know you are proud to be a mom. Now it is time to show the world!

Promom Couture is generously offering one Rock N Rule tee and one Grateful Mom tee to two lucky readers!






Here are the Rules:
1. Head over to Promom Couture and Find you favorite shirt. When you have found it come back and leave a comment on This Post telling me which one it is.
2. You must leave an email address! I would hate for you to miss out if I could not get in contact with you.

Extra Entries:
1. Grab my button and post it on your sidebar. Please leave the address I can find it at.
2. Become a follower of my blog.
3. For 5 extra entries blog about this contest. Be sure to include links back to this blog and Promom Couture. Please include the post address.

Please leave a separate comment for each extra entry. If you blog about the contest please leave 5 separate comments saying "I blogged about the contest".

This giveaway will close on Tuesday January 13th at 11:59pm EST. The winners will be chosen by Random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winners have 48 hours to reply back to me or new winners will be chosen. This giveaway is open to US residents only.

Be sure to check out the Carolyn's Kitchen Apron Giveaway! And my giveaway for Miss Gina Designs. I have several more giveaways coming up! Please help spread the word!

The Big Question part 2

If you have read my post The Big Question on my Military Life blog than you know what is going on. I might not be a SAHM for too much longer, which has me all to pieces! I can't stand the thought of having to leave Princess P for so long. I know many people do it everyday. I guess its just where I am never away from her! It will be great for her to be around other people. And it would be great to have a break. I really don't want to go back to work either.

Happy Birthday

Princess P turned 7 months old yesterday! I cannot believe it. The good news is she is starting to get hair! Yay!

Calling All Product Reviewers

How did you get your start? I have had a hard time getting my foot in the door. Is it because I have a new blog? Do they take in consideration page views? Do you have to go through a review network? I have many questions.
I have submitted applications to a couple of review networks and have heard nothing back. I know it is stiff competition and I guess I don't have the best post's for them to consider.
So if you don't have a network to go through do you just email the company on the product that you want to review and ask to do a review for them? Please Help!

A Great Giveaway

How about a $25 GC to Bath & Body Works and a Mark. GC!? I told you it was a great giveaway! Go check out April Showers to win.

Where Did The Time GO?

I refuse to believe that the holidays are over. This was Princess P's first Christmas and it flew by! So I thought I would share one of our Christmas portraits to keep the spirit alive for a little while longer!

Twitter What?

All I have heard about lately is Twitter. "Its the most wonderful thing." "You so need twitter!" The only problem is, I have not clue what Twitter is! I don't consider myself to be a technical genius. But, I do try to keep up on the latest happenings. So can someone please explain to me what Twitter is all about. Pros and Cons. Ins and outs. I would so greatly appreciate it!

Happy New Year 2009!