Joya moves you The young Swiss shoe developer Karl Mueller Jr., whose father, Karl Mueller Sr., invented the MBT and sold the company in 2006, has created a new revolutionary shoe called Joya, representing a new category of comfort footwear. Joya shoes make walking joyful, fun and effortless, they move you — both physically and emotionally.
Experience effortless walking Joya uses futuristic internationally patented Sole Technology that delivers a sensation while walking that has really never before been encountered. You are given the emotional experience of walking effortlessly on a concrete planet. It’s not about sculpting and toning a chiseled physique. It’s not about being the “cure-all” shoe for orthopedic pain. It’s simply about making walking a joyful and effortless experience.
I recently had the opportunity to review a pair of Joya Shoes. I chose the comfort black and while I knew that Joya was known to be ultra comfortable, I was not prepared for the experience of putting them on. I was really taken off guard because it is unlike anything I have ever experienced. It was like walking on a cloud, I know it sounds like a cliché but I was really walking on air. It was effortless and I truly had the feeling of just floating. They were so comfortable and would definitely be great shoes for anyone who spends a lot of time on their feet. They are quality made and have lots of great features like full grain leather, breathable mesh, Ortholite insole, antibacterial cool midsole and natural rubber outsole. If you are looking for quality, comfortable shoes, you should take a look at Joya Shoes.
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Country Music Superstar Clint Black and his wife Lisa Hartman Black shine in the Heartwarming Family Adventure, Flicka: Country Pride. Arriving on Blu-ray and DVD May 1. Exclusively at Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club® and Walmart.com
From the pages of Mary O’Hara’s popular novel My Friend Flicka, the year’s most inspiring coming of age story arrives just in time for Mother’s Day when Flicka: Country Pride gallops on to Blu-ray and DVD May 1 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. Directed by Michael Damian (Flicka 2, Marley & Me: The Puppy Years), Flicka: Country Pride stars country music superstar Clint Black (Flicka 2), Lisa Hartman Black (“Knots Landing”) and Kacey Rohl (“The Killing”) in a heartwarming adventure for the entire family.
When Toby (Black) takes on a job at a stable with Flicka in tow, the owner’s teenage daughter Kelly (Rohl), quickly bonds with the wild horse. A budding equestrian rider, she hopes to break Flicka for an upcoming competition, despite her mother’s (Hartman Black) disapproval. With the competition approaching, a rival trainer stealing business, and a growing fear they may be forced to sell the stable, Toby steps in to turn things around for Kelly and her mother.
Grammy Award® Winner Clint Black is one of country music’s superstars with over 20 million albums sold worldwide. Having written over 100+ songs including 23 #1 songs Clint is an active philanthropist overseeing numerous charities.
The Flicka: Country Pride Blu-ray and DVD has two behind-the-scenes featurettes on the making of the film and a never-before-seen music video. Available at 4,000 Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club locations nationwide and in Canada, both the Blu-ray and DVD are now available for pre-order exclusively at Walmart.com.
Flicka: Country Pride Blu-ray and DVD Special Features
The Making of Flicka: Country Pride – The Legend Continues
Black is Back – The featurette focuses on the character of Toby, played by Country Music Superstar Clint Black, his return to the Flicka franchise and how Flicka: Country Pride truly became a family affair.
Full-Length Music Video
We received a Flicka: Country Pride DVD for review and it is such a great family movie with wonderful messages about trust, commitment, friendship and love. It is such a special movie and the special features are great too. If you are looking for a wholesome, heartwarming movie to share as a family check out Flicka: Country Pride.
Twentieth Century Home Entertainment is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings. One lucky blog reader will win their own DVD of Flicka: Country Pride. Thank you Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment for the review DVD and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US residents.
Judith Lee from Wire Nut Designs and Accessories creates affordable, unique pieces of jewelry as well as custom designs. She really welcomes custom orders and can usually have them done very quickly and at an affordable price. All of the items she uses to create her jewelry are carefully selected. Her Etsy store is constantly growing and new pieces are added all the time. She recently sent me three pairs of earrings for review. They are very well made and really pretty. I cannot believe how affordable her jewelry is and it makes it really easy to have several unique pieces to wear with different outfits and looks. If you are looking for some great jewelry that will stand out and not break the bank, check out Wire Nut Designs on Etsy.
Hatched Egg’rs has a line of multifunctional, whimsical, children’s chairs and easy to apply wall art that Scott “Egg’r” Anderson designed to make little ones giggle. Hatched Egg’rs products are handmade in Olympia, Washington with eco-friendly touches lke FSC-certified wood and compostable packaging. Scott’s original illustrated characters decorate the Melville chairs and are featured on the wall art. We recently had the chance to review a Melville Chair. The multifunctional chair has many uses, it can be a table, stool, or a chair. combine a few to make a little desk or three for a table and chairs set. Kids will love the characters and parents will love that the chair arrives fully assembled and is quality made. The chair is very sturdy and solid but light enough for a child to carry it from room to room. Luke loved this little chair and it was so easy for him to carry with the little hole cut outs in the sides. Easy enough for him to pick up and put by the kitchen sink when he wants a drink or to wash his hands. We are quite impressed with the sturdy little chair and we just love the monkey design!
Melville Chair – Monkey
This one goes out to all the little monkeys in the world.
The Melville Chair is the simplest and greatest kids chair in the universe ( we are very humble).
Kids love to use all sides of any object, and with this lightweight multifunctional chair they most definitely will. You’ll find it one moment in the living room being used as a seat for some reading, and the next, flipped on its end for a coloring table. Soon you will see your little one carrying it into the kitchen to use it as a stool (probably to reach something their not supposed to), and then their action figures will be using it as a base for launching an attack.
All our Melville Chairs are hand-made in Olympia Washington which makes them awesome. What makes them even awesome-er is that they are made with FSC certified Maple plywood that is formaldehyde free, and then finished with a non toxic low VOC coating.
We ship them fully assembled and ready for action – and these chairs will see action!
Measurements are 11.75″x11.75″x11.75″
All this and it has a Monkey on it too!
Hatched Egg’rs Inc., is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings. One lucky blog reader will win the Melville Chair of their choice (subject to availability). Thank you Hatched Egg’rs Inc., for the review chair and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US residents.
It’s almost May, soon we will be celebrating Mother’s Day, graduations, Father’s Day, weddings, more graduations, and let’s not forget the birthdays, anniversaries and special occasions that occur month to month. Thinking of original gifts that will create lasting memories for the recipient is not always easy and let’s face it, can be really tough. That is why I am so happy to tell you all about Xperience Days, the country’s leading Experience Gift Company. Since 2004 they have helped over 100,000 people give unique gifts and create lifelong memories. Xperience Days offers gift experiences nationwide which are perfect for holidays, birthdays, weddings, graduations, anniversaries and much more. The gift experience is presented in the form of a gift certificate which may be redeemed by the recipient at their convenience and is sent in an attractive Xperience Day’s Gift Pack. From a relaxing day at a spa to an exciting drive in a racecar, from a chartered sailing excursion to a breathtaking aerobatic plane ride, you are sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. And with Xperience Days Certificates starting at only $25, you’ll be able to find a unique gift within your budget.
So for that special gift that has you scratching your head, stop scratching and head on over to Xperience Days. It really is the perfect way to give someone much more than a gift but an experience that will last a lifetime.
I recently had the opportunity to review some flip-flops or as they call them, flop flips, from Little Miss Matched, they are called LMM Sliderz. These fun sandals have guides on the thongs that allow you to slip in thin plastic inserts. They have 6 different packages of reversible Sliderz, each designer pack has it’s own theme, like Tropical Mix, Wild Things, and Rock it! You can mix and match the Siderz in hundreds of combinations to create your very own style every day! The Sliderz inserts are very easy to slip in and out of the guides, and come in perforated plastic baggies so you won’t lose them. The LMM Sliderz start in girls size 3-4 (their adult size XS) and go up to size 9-10 in adult sizes, so a girl can be a girl as long as they want!
The flip flops come in four different colors, and two styles, the LMM Platform flop flips come in black/green and pink, and the regular LMM Flop Flips come in blue/purple and green/pink. The sole of the sandals are made of a comfy foam material and have LMM embossed in many different fonts on the top, creating a unique design that almost gives you a foot massage as you walk!
Little Miss Matched was created to inspire girls to show off their creativity in a fun way that celebrates self-expression! They started out with their colorful, fun and funky socks that they sold in odd numbers to allow a girl to mix it up and create her own Miss Matched style. They have now grown to include a wider variety of accessories for the girls who enjoy their funky mismatched way of thinking! After trying out their fun, customizable, Sliderz flip flops, I really recommend checking out Little Miss Mismatched if you have a young girl that loves to create her own colorful style! Little Miss Matched makes being mismatched cool!
Legendary Academy Award®-Winning Motion Picture Director/Producer
Steven Spielberg Presents The Critically Acclaimed Epic Adventure
War Horse
On Blu-Ray™, DVD, Digital and On-Demand, April 3, 2012
“‘War Horse’ is a don’t-miss Spielberg classic that reaches true perfection.”
––Rex Reed, New York Observer
Legendary Academy Award®-winning motion picture director/producer Steven Spielberg presents the critically acclaimed and multi Academy Award®-nominated epic adventure “War Horse” on Blu-ray™, DVD, Digital and On-Demand. This newest home entertainment release not only enthralls viewers once again with its visually stunning and emotionally heartwarming story on the Blu-ray, but also offers an unprecedented look into the making of the film by Spielberg himself.
The extraordinary journey of courage and friendship as seen through the eyes of one unforgettable horse named Joey and his miraculous journey to find his way back home, “War Horse” is a must own contemporary classic for everyone’s home entertainment collection. Spielberg’s renowned creative passion and artistry not only shine throughout the film but are also evident in all the fascinating bonus features included exclusively on the Blu-ray disc.
The premium 4-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack in particular allows viewers to explore the filmmaking process and storytelling adventure though a special 60 minute documentary (named “A Filmmaking Journey”), created by Spielberg, that offers a never-before-seen inside look into the making of “War Horse.” Additional bonus features include a behind the scenes look at Spielberg’s Award-Winning “Dream Team” – the film’s scoring session with five-time Oscar-winning composer John Williams, the editing room with three-time Academy Award winning film editor Michael Kahn, the sound room with seven time Oscar-winning sound designer Gary Rydstrom, and a look through Producer Kathleen Kennedy‘s lens as she shares photos she took during the filming and recounts her discovery of “WarHorse.”
Film Synopsis
“War Horse,” the Academy Award®-nominated Best Picture, is a story of incredible friendship, loyalty, courage, hope and tenacity. Based on the Tony Award®-winning play, and set against the sweeping canvas of World War I, this deeply heartfelt tale begins with the remarkable friendship between a feisty colt named Joey and his young trainer Albert (Jeremy Irvine). When they’re forced apart by war, the film follows Joey’s extraordinary journey as he changes and inspires the lives of everyone he meets. No matter where they go or what they experience both boy and horse keep forging ahead, driven by devotion and the hope of returning home. Filled with spectacularly rich visuals, “War Horse” is one of the most powerful and moving stories of friendship and love ever filmed.
About DreamWorks Studios:
DreamWorks Studios is a motion picture company formed in 2009 and led by Steven Spielberg and Stacey Snider in partnership with The Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group. The company recently released “The Help,” which has been nominated for 4 Academy Awards® including Best Picture, Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress. Upcoming releases include Steven Spielberg’s “Lincoln.” DreamWorks Studios can be found on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/DreamWorksStudios and on Twitter athttp://twitter.com/dwstudios.
“War Horse,” which received Academy Award nominations for Best Picture, Best Original Score, Best Art Direction, Best Sound Editing and Best Sound Mixing, will be available to own and for in-home viewing as follows:
4-Disc Combo Pack (2-Disc Blu-ray + 1 Disc DVD + Digital Copy )
Includes:
· A Filmmaking Journey – Academy Award®-winning Director/Producer Steven Spielberg provides a unique and unprecedented look into the making and filming of “War Horse.”
· Editing & Scoring – Multi-Oscar® winners Michael Kahn (film editor) and John Williams (composer) discuss specific aspects of editing the film and composing music for “WarHorse,” as well as the secret to their long and successful collaborations with Steven Spielberg.
· The Sounds of “War Horse” – Seven-time Academy Award®-winning sound designer Gary Rydstrom takes us through the sophisticated sound design he created for “War Horse.”
· Through The Producer’s Lens – Producer Kathleen Kennedy shares the photos she took during filming and recounts how she discovered the source material, as well as her appreciation of Steven Spielberg’s vision, the team that sounds him, and why “War Horse” appealed to her.
· “War Horse”: The Look – Director/Producer Steven Spielberg introduces us to his creative team of production designer Rick Carter, costume designer Joanna Johnston and director of photography JanuszKaminski, who discuss what it took to design the look for the film.
· An Extra’s Point of View – Film extra Martin Dew explains how and why he was brought in––along with a hundred other men––to be featured alternately as both German and British soldiers.
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We were lucky to receive a 4 disc combo pack of this great movie. If you are looking for a great movie to share with your whole family, War Horse is definitely a great choice. This movie will just tug at you when you see the extraordinary relationship between Joey and Albert. Joey will steal your heart as he does make an impression on everyone he crosses paths with. So share an uplifting movie with your family today and make a date to watch War Horse together, you will all be glad you did.
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Recently, I had the opportunity to pick a pair of Sven Clogs for review. I worked with Lisa who was just so helpful and when she found out this would be the first time I had ever tried a pair of Sven Clogs, she wanted to make sure we got the correct fit. In our communication she said she also wanted to send a review pair for my daughter. Lisa had us trace our feet and mail the tracings in so the right fitting clogs could be made for us. There are a lot of choices of clogs and even when you settle on a style there are still more choices. You can pick what color you want the base to be, what color and kind of leather you would like and whether you want a bendable or non bendable base. After Lisa reviewed our tracings she sent my daughter the T-Strap Clog with the 2 and 3/4 inch heel that she choose with the natural non bendable base and constructed of the black, smooth leather that she had selected. My daughter loves these clogs, she wears them all the time and gets complements like crazy on them. They are very comfortable and they are very versatile and she wears them with a multitude of outfits and styles of clothing.
I chose the Biker Strap Clog with the low heal non bendable base in black. They are constructed of the black Nu Buc leather. They are very comfortable and well made. I really like the style and the height is just right for me to wear them with jeans or pants and they really look sharp.
If you are looking for great looking, great fitting, quality clogs for the whole family, then you have to take a look at Sven Clogs.
I am thrilled to let you know that Sven Clogs is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings. One lucky blog reader will win a pair of clogs of their choice (subject to availability). Thank you to Lisa and Sven Clogs for the review clogs and for this terrific giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US residents.
Some young girls love to be pretty, to wear girly dresses to school or church. But it is to be expected that they won’t always act ladylike, after all, they are still kids! Mothers might cringe as they see their little lady twirling and tumbling and climbing, blissfully unaware that her knickers peek out from under her hem from time to time. Well, the makers of Over Undies would like to solve this age-old problem, with their product. Over Undies are shorts that keep underwear covered under dresses.
The stretchy material is 92% cotton, 8% spandex, thin and breathable, but not see-through, with a longer length so they won‘t ride up. They are form-fitting, and pretty much undetectable under dresses with no noticeable lines. Over Undies shorts are tagless for no-itch comfort, and come in a variety of 8 colors and 4 fashion trim styles, making it easier to find ones to match all your girls’ different dress colors. They are even packaged in cute little plastic totes that a girl can reuse for holding her little treasures. Over Undies are made in the USA by parents, for parents, who make it their goal to make their product the best it can be!
My lucky niece was the one that got to try out these shorts for review, and she found them comfortable, and decided to keep wearing them after trying them on. I watched as she ran around and played, knowing that through all her spirited playing, her undergarments would be safely covered. The fabric is soft, smooth, and flexible, they are very well made and I am confidant that they will last a long time.
I am excited to inform you that Over Undies is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings! One lucky blog reader will win a pair of shorts in their choice of size, color and trim style! Thank you Over Undies for these quality review shorts and fantastic giveaway!! Be sure to check out their website and Facebook page to check out their products and sales! Thank you Over Undies for the review product and for sponsoring this clever giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US residents.
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I recently had the chance to review some great night lights with revolving shades from Spin Shades. I was very intrigued as I have never seen anything like this product. When I was picking out the review shades, I was very impressed at the selection. They literally have shades to match every decor as well as seasonal shades. The shade rotates from the warmth of the light bulb as there is a special type spindle that fits over the bulb and allows the shade to rotate. The unit runs on regular 7 watt light bulbs and the spindle fits right over the bulb and then the shade balances nicely on the tip of spindle. This is such a neat little night light and makes a great gift. If you are looking for a night light you can easily change the look of with lots of available shades, check out the Spin Shades Collection of Night Lights.
Spin Shades: Revolving Shades and Night Lights
Spin Shades – A friendly light , day or night, with a happily spinning shade!
Spin Shades Night Lights are so unique they have a patent and therefore are only available through this company or their dealers.
Spin Shades Night Lights and shades have passed the rigorous Underwriters Laboratory testing for safety and are all UL approved.
To see the Spin Shade Night Light in action, click HERE.
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Hello, I’m Carolyn! I am a PR Savvy, WAH Mom to 5! I love Photography, Baking, DIY Projects, Crafts, Cooking and making memories with my family. I love sharing reviews and giveaways too!
