March 21, 2014 · 9:13 am

JJsHouse Is Your One Stop Prom Dress Shop!!!

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First day of spring and it’s getting closer to prom time, graduations and June weddings.  Prom and special occasion dresses can be so difficult to shop for.  In many stores there’s a limited selection and that leads to duplicates when everyone wants to be the only one wearing their dress at the prom!  The other obstacle to prom dress shopping is how much the dresses can cost, some stores prices are just not in the budget especially for a dress that is only worn once.

JJsHouse just may be the solution to those issues.  At JJsHouse they carry dresses for weddings, anniversaries, and parties of all kinds. JJsHouse is a trusted global online retailer that gives you the highest quality event supplies—from custom-made couture bridal dresses and unique jewelry to a wide range of elegant party supplies—to make your special moment unforgettable.

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The impressive selection of prom dresses at JJsHouse is a welcome change to what is found in local department and specialty stores.  All kinds of styles to flatter all kinds of shapes is what you will find when you browse the gorgeous dresses on their site.  Choose, strapless, one shoulder, mermaid, A-line, empire waist, ball gowns and more, then shop for shoes and accessories.  You really have one stop prom shopping at JJsHouse.  Choose regular sizes or custom sizing and have your dress made to order.

Custom sizing is great for getting the right fit if you have different proportions that usually make shopping off the rack difficult.  For the best selection of styles, colors, sizes,  and accessories when prom dress shopping, check out JJsHouse. It is possible to find a gorgeous gown without breaking the bank! Shop the weekly deals to save up to 55% off the low prices. Follow JJsHouse on Facebook and Twitter to keep up with the latest news and fashion arrivals.

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March 18, 2014 · 11:28 pm

Vacu Vin Carafe and Citrus Press Review and Giveaway!!!

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We all know how good water is for us and if you are looking for an easy way to add  natural flavors to water, the Vacu Vin Carafe and Citrus Press is what you need.  Not only is it aesthetically pleasing  but it is so functional as well.  Just fill the carafe with ice-cold water and add fresh herbs like mint or parsley if you like and then use the handy press to squeeze the juice from lemons, limes or oranges.  Keep the carafe in the refrigerator for refreshing flavored water to quench your thirst.  The carafe is unbreakable and dishwasher safe so care is a breeze!  Below you can enter to win a Vacu Vin Carfe and Citrus Press and also check out our review and giveaway for a Vacu Vin Instant Marinater and the review on the Vacu Vin Pineapple Slicer.
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The Carafe & Citrus Press has three components, each with a unique functionality. The beautifully shaped plastic carafe is unbreakable and will not crack when he falls. On top of the carafe, the bowl of the Citrus Press can be firmly attached. If the carafe is filled with water with mint leaves, lemon wedges or ice cubs, the filter in the bowl will hold them back when you pour the water. In order to squeeze a citrus fruit, cut them in half and place the fruit in the bowl. By turning the press into the fruit, the juice is released and runs through the bowl and into the carafe. The shell will remain on the press and can easily be thrown away. You can also use the separate press for squeezing a lemon over a salad or baked fish. The carafe and bowl can be closed off with the press making sure that flies or dust will not reach you lemonade.

  • Unbreakable carafe
  • Screw closure between bowl and carafe
  • Bowl works as a filter
  • Press can be used separately
  • Press can be used as a lid
  • Dishwasher safe
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Vacu Vin is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!  One lucky blog reader will win a Vacu Vin Carafe and Citrus Press!  Thank you Vacu Vin for the review product and for  sponsoring this refreshing giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.
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March 17, 2014 · 10:22 pm

Operation Curb Appeal Starts Tomorrow!!!

It gets very real tomorrow with Operation Curb Appeal! The rest of the demo of the master bath and then the reconstruction begins early in the morning.  I can’t wait to take you through it all and ask you to bear with a little absence in some of my posts the last few days.  I will catch up and bring you lots of great content, DIY and of course giveaways.  Tonight though, it’s off to prep for tomorrow’s start of all the work.  I am having a bit of anxiety and even though I know it will be worth all of it in the end, I am teetering on a tightrope right now.  So I promise to catch up and draw winners for the ended giveaways and much more if you all just hang in there with me.  Hope you had a great Monday and it’s the beginning of a super week for you.


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March 14, 2014 · 5:02 pm

pediped Debuts Spring/Summer 2014 Collection With 70 New Styles & Colors!!! Enter Our Giveaway To Win A Pair!!!

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Shoes are so important for children’s feet.  Their feet are always growing and it sometimes can be hard to find the right fit.  pediped makes it easy for me to get the right fit for my kids and to get the most wear time from the shoes with the sizing tools on their site and the Flex Fit System.  The Flex Fit System allows for additional included insoles to be inserted or removed for a custom fit as your child’s foot grows.  These insoles can increase the size by as much as 1.5 inches, greatly increasing the life of the shoe. 

I recently selected the pediped Boulder Flex Waterproof hiker for my 6-year-old to review.  Right out of the box he could not wait to put them on.  With the winter we have been having these were the perfect shoe to wear to school because they were waterproof and warm.  They are flexible, comfortable and one of his favorite pairs of shoes to wear.  I have the inserts in now so he has lots of room to grow.  He is able to run and jump in them and be as active as he wants with them on and they are not stiff or cumbersome.

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Pediped Flex Boulder Black

  • Rugged and sporty, these pediped® shoes are some perfect hiking-inspired style for your little guy’s wardrobe.
  • Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
  • Waterproof leather and suede upper with breathable mesh underlays.
  • Double hook-and-loop closure for an adjustable and secure fit.
  • Padded tongue and collar provide additional comfort.
  • Breathable textile lining and a cushioned textile insole.
  • Flexible rubber outsole.
  • Flex Fit System™ allows for additional insoles to be inserted or removed for a custom fit as your child’s foot grows. These insoles can reduce or increase the size of the shoe by almost a half a size, which extends the life of the shoe.
  • Machine washable.
  • Imported.

pediped® Debuts Spring/Summer 2014 Collection with Over 70 New Styles and Color Combinations

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Collection highlights Memory Foam Technology™, water-safe Adventure Line

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pediped® launches its Spring/Summer 2014 Collection of American Podiatric Medical Association accepted footwear. The collection offers more than 70 new styles and color combinations across its three signature lines: Originals®, Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex®.

 

The collection highlights over 20 styles designed with a water-friendly material that is machine washable. Two new styles have been added to the water-safe, eco-friendly Adventure Line, Shoreline and Shorebet; and best-selling Sahara is now available for girls. Riddell and Orion, two athletic styles featuring Ultra Light Technology™ debut in both Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex®. Memory Foam Technology™ highlights 10 new styles across Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex®.

 

Originals®

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•             Originals® feature flexible, soft-soles recommended by pediatricians and podiatrists as the shoe’s design closely mimics barefoot walking.

•             12 new styles have been added this season. Highlighting the collection is Louisa and Lacee for a brighter wardrobe, and Isabella and Betty cover signature styles. For boys, Martin is an ultra breathable choice for outdoor adventures.

•             Originals® will retail at $35 and are available for children in sizes newborn to 24 months.

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Grip ‘n’ Go™

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•             Grip ‘n’ Go™ is made with all the benefits of Originals®, but a special feature G2 Technology™ is added to help a toddler stay balanced while transitioning into a confident stride.

•             The collection highlights Memory Foam Technology™ in five new styles: Mirabella, Lacee, Tori, Martin, and Brice. Also new to Grip ‘n’ Go is Riddell and Orion, two athletic styles that are machine washable and water-safe.

•             Grip ‘n’ Go™ will be priced at $39 or $48 and is available in EU sizes 19-23, US kids 4-7.

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Flex®

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•             Flex® is the ultimate shoe for confident walkers who have developed a natural stride. Flex® offers more than 50 styles available in a variety of sandals, Mary Janes, ballet flats, athletics, and casual wear that feature a color palette of pastels, bright neon, classic browns and signature black.

•             Popular as ever, the water-safe, eco-friendly Adventure Line expands with over 10 new styles and color combinations. Featuring pops of bright colors, the Sahara and Shorebet make their debut for girls alongside Shoreline for boys.

•             The innovative line of machine washable athletics, made with Ultra Light Technology™, expands with six new styles and color combinations. Featuring flex grooves to support natural foot movement and heel cushion for added comfort, maximum flexibility is achieved all while remaining light as air.

•             Flex® styles range in price from $48 to $57 and are available in EU sizes 20-36, US 5 kids- 4.5 youth (available sizes vary between styles).

 

The pediped® Spring/Summer 2014 Collection is now available for purchase online at www.pediped.com and in select retail stores.

Win a Pair of pediped Originals in Girl or Boy!!!

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pediped is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!  One lucky blog reader will win a pair of pediped Originals in their choice of boy or girl.  pediped Originals are available in sizes newborn-24 months.  The style of the shoe will be chosen by the sponsor.  Thank you pediped for the review shoes and for sponsoring this awesome giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

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· 12:34 am

Veronica Mars Movie DVD Giveaway!!!

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On the eve of graduating law school, Veronica Mars has put Neptune and her amateur sleuthing days behind her. While interviewing at high-end New York law firms, Veronica Mars gets a call from her ex-boyfriend Logan who has been accused of murder. Veronica heads back to Neptune just to help Logan find an attorney, but when things don’t seem right with how Logan’s case is perceived and handled, Veronica finds herself being pulled back into a life she thought she had left behind. See it In Theaters MARCH 14, pre-order on DIGITAL HD.

ABOUT HOW THE FILM GOT MADE:

Following a record-breaking Kickstarter campaign that ended on April 12, 2013, Veronica Mars was shot over 23 days during June-July 2013. It will be released in selected theaters nationwide on March 14th, 2014.

 

 

Would you like a chance to win a Veronica Mars DVD?  If so, just enter to win using the Rafflecopter widget below.  Good Luck!!!
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Each household is only eligible to win One (1) Veronica Mars DVD via blog reviews and giveaways. Only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.  Open to US and Canadian residents.
I was working with Warner Bros. on this campaign but all of my words, views and opinions are as always 100% my own.

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March 12, 2014 · 3:55 pm

Craigslist Fails, Bloopers and Ads That Make You Say, “What The Heck Were They Thinking???”

Do you have luck finding  great deals on Craigslist?  I have found some great treasures like my huge, oak roll top desk and some antique furniture for incredible prices.  However, it does take some searching and the luck of good timing.  While browsing ads, you are bound to run into some ads that truly will have you scratching your head.

There are people selling things who cannot even bother to close a drawer or dust the top off a desk or dresser, take pictures of a mirror showing their shirtless selves in the background, think anything old is antique, vintage or worth a lot of money.

I want to share some recent “What the Heck?” moments with you and let me know if you have found some funnies in your neck of Craigslist.  Another brilliant ad are the ones that say something like “curb alert” or state that if this does not sell tody it will be on the curb tomorrow but the asking price is firm.  LOL, yes let me come pay you tonight instead of getting it off the curb tomorrow.  I am so amused that they are not budging on the price now but in less than 24 hours they don’t care to even get one dollar for it.  These had to be the ones who were at the top of their marketing class!

Enjoy:

Fine old chair the ad states, just needs upholstering. I have no idea what could have caused those rips and I am telling you now be very wary if he says it is from a pet free home, but it’s yours for $75 much to the cat’s dismay.

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Found an Antique Snuggle Bear in the Antique listings, was not aware the Snuggle Bear was a sought after item much less an antique!  $15 is the asking price for this heirloom!

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Should I close the drawers and at least kick the mess away from the floor?  Nah, that is such a quality piece that people will not even notice.

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Man in the mirror times 2!

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They said it will be clean when you pick it up.  Eww, if you are going to clean it, how about wait until you do to list it for sale.

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Felicity is an antique? I guess so since she is listed as an antique doll.  People should really look the word up and vintage, discontinued, collectible or old do not qualify everything as antique.

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I myself would not classify this as Antique but apparently this man does along with “Highly Collectible” and for $30 he will even let you take some VHS tapes to go with it!    Hey better jump on this fast it only has minimal flaws!

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ANTIQUE INDUSTRIAL REPRODUCTION DISTRESSED LARGE WALL CLOCK – $185 (sold by an antique store)  I know he says reproduction but he says, “sold by an antique store”.  He fails to mention he picked this up at Hobby Lobby on the bi weekly 50% off sale.

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Yeah that looks like the back of an antique! LOL

Yeah that looks like the back of an antique! LOL

Are they selling the rocking chair or the plants? Apparently the rocking chair because they need to buy a plant stand.

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Now for something sad, sometimes the furniture itself is so embarrassed it leaves in what we call “furniture without borders.”

The dresser is trying desperately to get away and almost made it, until the woman found it and is trying to force it back in the house

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The dresser distraction was not in vain because it allowed the coat tree  to high tail it down the road.

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This is for sale under Vintage Artificial Fruit!  That certainly looks exactly like what you buy in the Walmart craft aisle.

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Listed as Metal Thingy–Guy selling it says he has no idea what it is but it has to be worth something.

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Hey wait, I have seen these before.  I guess the sales were not so brisk with the man in them.  Now we have the dog sitting patiently on the stairs

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Look the ultra safe Vintage Lawn Darts complete with several layers of dust and filth.

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· 10:21 am

BabyComfyNose, Nasal Aspirator, Recommended by Dr. Sears!!! Use 20% Off Coupon In This Post To Save!!!

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Okay, let me warn you this might not be a post to read if you are eating.  With that said, when you have kids, there is some grossness or a lot  of grossness involved.  You have to be tough and remember “poop happens” but we are not talking about poop now.  We are talking about boogies.  If you have ever used a bulb or battery-type aspirator to clear the mucus out of your little one’s nose, you’ve probably said to yourself: “There has to be a better way!”

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Well, we just found a better way and it’s called the BabyComfyNose Nasal Aspirator. Here’s the secret: It works so much better because it uses your own suction. Think about it: your own lungs are a strong, natural vacuum cleaner – much more powerful than a tiny bulb or battery-powered motor. And the result is just a more effective method of clearing your baby’s sinuses.

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Are you gagging?  I will admit I was too, but have no fear; you won’t suck boogies into your mouth because of the design of the receptacle and the tissue filter that you insert into the body of the aspirator. The design of the BabyComfyNose is why pediatricians are recommending BabyComfyNose to moms and dads. Recently, Dr. Sears of The Doctors TV Show recommended the BabyComfyNose as the best way to clear babies’ noses. Take a look at the video ‘How to Use the BabyComfyNose’ here www.babycomfycare.com to see how well it works. Enter USFAMILY at checkout for a 20% discount. Or get the best retail pricing at Walgreens stores and save the shipping!

 

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March 11, 2014 · 1:27 pm

Special Easter Giveaway From Mohawk Valley Trading Company & Crooked Brook!!!

I am so thrilled to bring you a great  giveaway from The Mohawk Valley Trading Company and Crooked Brook!!!

The winner of the giveaway will win:

Two, 100% Pure Beeswax Taper Candles…10″ – $10.00 Pair

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One, Decorative Easter Egg, 100% Pure Beeswax Candle…$13.00

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One, Pink colored, 50” x 60”, 100% polyester Personalized Fleece Blanket, embroidered with 1.5″(W) x 4″(H) Easter Bunny and Happy Easter (15,000 stitches) …$30.00

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SRV with SHI of the giveaway is $65.00

Cant to wait to see if you won? Receive a 20% discount on all Mohawk Valley Trading Company 100% Pure Beeswax Candles, Raw Honey and Maple Syrup from 3/11/14 to 4/5/14 with the Coupon Code “Mommy Ramblings MVTC Easter Giveaway”.

Receive a 20% discount on all Crooked Brook Personalized Fleece Blankets and a 10% % discount on all Wholesale Fleece Blankets from 3/11/14 to 4/5/14 with the Coupon Code “Mommy Ramblings MVTC Easter Giveaway”.

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March 10, 2014 · 7:12 pm

The Good Old Days of Party Lines, Live Operators and Busy Signals!!!

The other day I was talking with my aunt who is in her 80’s.  She is very spry, goes to fitness classes and very active physically and mentally.  We were talking about calling someone and I told her the call went straight to voice mail and that maybe the person was on the line.  She then said to me, “Wouldn’t that give you a busy signal then?”   When she said that I was so surprised, “busy signal” when is the last time I had heard one of those?

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I laughed and told her no, that it would just go to voice mail and even wondered if the busy signal still existed.  It made me think and since my uncle and her and my family both had vacation homes on the same lake, it made me think back to a time when I was super young and on the lake people had party lines. Can you even imagine?

Our party line was with my Aunt and Uncle and for those that don’t know; a party line is a phone line that people share.  They were very popular in vacation areas and one household had a regular ring and the other a variation.  We had the regular ring and my Aunt and Uncle had the 2 short rings.  When I think about it now it seems surreal.  Can you imagine?  I remember listening for the phone and  either saying it was ours or theirs.  You also had to be careful when you picked up to dial out because the other family may be using the phone.  I remember stories from other  kids on the lake who were on party lines with  unrelated families proudly recanting conversations they eavesdropped on.

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We had moved to a private line by the time I was probably 5 so I do not have that many memories but when I think of it today, I cringe.  What if you were on a party line with someone who received incessant calls at all hours of the night, or that used the phone all time so you could never call out or get calls in?

My kids know nothing of party lines and would probably think I was out of my mind if I told them how it worked.  How times have changed!  Speaking of busy signals, do you remember how you could click the little disconnect buttons three times to reach an operator?  Do you remember how the operator could ring a phone that was off the hook if say a small child was monkeying around with it? Also, how when you reached a number that was busy for so long and you would call the operator to interrupt the line because it was say your home line and you knew a younger sibling was using the phone or your mom doing it to you when she was trying to call home.  The operator would click into the line and say, “I have so and so on the line and they say it is an emergency will you give up the line?”  Ah good times!

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The Rotary Dial was another time saver, NOT!  Ever try to call in on a radio station contest with one of those?  Then when they had the push buttons with pulse mode you still had to wait but you could push a button.  No auto redial and redialing on the rotary dial really gave those fingers that do the walking a workout!  Speaking of letting your fingers do the walking, remember the bit phone books that doubled as booster seats?  Do you even use a phone book now?  I can’t even imagine.  Phones and technology have truly come a long way baby!


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· 1:02 pm

Campbell’s Soup, “Address Your Heart” Heart Healthy Tips, Recipes & More!!!

My family tries to live a healthy lifestyle, that includes exercising, eating right, living green and toxin free and getting enough rest.  It can be hard to find the time to prepare healthy meals and so recipes that make it easy to prepare healthy dinners my family will like are always a huge help.  Having healthy snacks ready is a great way not to succumb to less than healthy options when you are feeling a need to snack or curb your hunger.  Having cut up veggies you can pair with a healthy dressing or dip is a great way to avoid greasy chips or calorie filled cakes and cookies.  Fruit and veggies smoothies are delicious and filling and pack a punch of energy.  Simple planning can help you live a “Heart Healthy” life and take charge of your health!

Health is foremost on people’s minds, keeping your family in tip-top shape can be a challenge in these busy times. Campbell’s Soup wants you to “Address Your Heart” with Heart Healthy Tips, recipes and more!

Visit AddressYourHeart.com to get heart-healthy tips, including 21 Campbell’s recipes that are certified by the AHA and product coupons, as well as Facebook, for the latest Campbell’s recipes and offers.

Click HERE for money-saving coupons and special offers on Campbell’s products.  I have posted some delicious Campbell’s recipes below that you may want to try for dinner and just see how delicious it can be to eat  heart healthy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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