March 4, 2014 · 11:15 pm

The Adventures of Mouse and Mole, Volume 2 DVD Giveaway!!!

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. Oranga

I want to tell you about a delightful kid’s DVD; The Adventures of Mouse and Mole Volume 2.  Adapted from Joyce Dunbar’s classic stories about practical Mouse and capricious Mole.  This opposite pair live in a cozy cottage in the country.  Mouse is cheerful and most practical in everything he does.  Mole gets into fights and needs guidance.  The everyday adventures of Mouse and Mole are fun for kids and adults to watch.  The charming stories show  the endearing friendship of these two rodents and the humor in all they do.  Kids love watching as they help each other through good times and bad.  Each story on the DVD explores the joys and complexities of friendship that your child will relate to. These timeless stories are a real treat for the whole family.

The Adventures of Mouse and Mole

VOL. 2 EPISODES:

  • Talk To Me
    Spectacles
    Pebbles
    Hip Dip Dip
    A Frisky Fluttery Ghost
    A Fresh Start
    The Secret Of Happiness
    Atishoo!
    A Sad Moment

Oranga is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!  One lucky blog reader will win their own copy of The Adventures of Mouse and Mole, Volume 2 on DVD!  Open to US residents.

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March 3, 2014 · 1:27 am

Vacu Vin Instant 2.5 L, Instant Marinater Review & Giveaway!!!

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Now days every minute counts.  We are rushing to get things done and dinner is one of those things that shortcuts really help with.  Marinating meats really helps to flavor and tenderize them but typical marinating takes a lot of time and it’s not something you can do the last minute.  From the company that brought me one of my favorite kitchen gadgets (the stainless steel pineapple slicer) comes an 2.5 L Instant Marinater that works in minutes instead of hours by using the power of a vacuum.

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The specialized container allows you to put your meat and marinade inside and then vacuum seal.  The power of the vacuum opens the pores and fibers of the meat allowing you to see the same results you would see after marinating for hours in a few minutes.

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The process is also great for tenderizing the food.  We used it for some beef and got the same results we normally get marinating overnight.  The meat was full of flavor and very juicy.  If you are looking to save time but not compromise taste, you should check out the Vacu Vin Instant 2.5 L Marinater.

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Vacu Vin is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!  One lucky blog reader will win their own Vacu Vin 2.5 L Instant Marinater!  Thank you to Vacu Vin for the review Marinater and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

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March 1, 2014 · 10:03 pm

HOLSTER Grande Pill Box Review!!!

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

If you need to carry prescription medication or supplements with you, then you will really love the HOLSTER grande pill box.  A larger version of the HOLSTER pill box, this is for people who carry a larger number of pills or large size pills.Sabi Pill Holder Sabi Pill Holder 1

The HOLSTER grande will allow you to carry what you need in style.  The HOLSTER grande has three compartments that include a secret compartment under the cap and two compartments in the slide out cartridge.  The HOLSTER grande pill box is convenient and clips to anything – a bag, a briefcase, a pocket – so that pills of all sorts, from prescription drugs and vitamins to aspirin and sleeping pills, can be accessed quickly, easily, and shamelessly – on flights, on the road, or at a trendy little café.

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I received this pill box for review and can tell you it is unlike any pill box I have every seen.  Sleek and stylish this container has all the room you need for supplements, vitamins or prescription medication.  Perfect for travel or to use everyday!  The cartridge snaps in securely so you know your medication is safe.  If you need a pill box with room and style, check out the HOLSTER grande!  Purchase Sabi’s HOLSTER grande pill box at Amazon.com.

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February 28, 2014 · 2:08 pm

JenJenHouse.com is the Source For Made-To-Order Prom Dresses at Off-The-Rack Prices!!!

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At this time of the year, I get excited thinking about anything related to spring!  Whether it’s seeing displays in stores for patio furniture and gardening, racks filled with swim suits or Easter decorations, it puts a huge smile on my face.  To think about green grass, warm weather and blossoming flowers really helps my mood as we are in the midst of an Arctic Blast in the Northeast.  Springtime is also the time for proms.  Many girls and their moms will set out on a journey to find the perfect prom dress to celebrate that special, memory filled day.

I know shopping with my daughter, it seemed every store carried the same dresses and it was inevitable that at least 2 or 3 girls would be wearing the exact same dress at the prom.  We had to really go off the beaten path to find a store that carried a larger selection of dresses.  That’s why I am excited to tell you about JenJenHouse.com!

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JenJenHouse has a huge selection of prom dresses and what’s really wonderful, is that they have styles to fit all kinds of shapes and sizes.  Girls can choose from empire waist, A-Line, mermaid, sheath, strapless, one shoulder, halter, floor length, ankle length, knee-length and so much more in every color of the rainbow and beyond.  Parents will appreciate that the price tags on these dresses are very reasonable and likely much less than they would pay at a department store.

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JenJenHouse Prom dresses are not only a super value but the are made to order for a low “off-the-rack” price.  Now your daughter can have a dress that is made to her exact measurements.  What a relief for girls who struggle with needing more room in the chest without having to get a larger size that’s too big everywhere else and other similar issues.  You can save even more with their weekly specials on dresses which are priced 55% less than the already low price!

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JenJenHouse also carries accessories to compliment the dress like hand bags, jewelry, shapewear and more.  It’s  really a one-stop-shop for the ultimate prom experience.  So if you have a daughter attending prom this spring, do yourself a favor and check out JenJenHouse and see how easy it is to find her dream prom dress.

Disclosure: This was a sponsored post for JensJensHouse but as always all words and opinions are 100% my own.

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· 12:51 am

Arctic Blasts, Cold Squirrels, Stupid Groundhogs and Things To Appreciate About Winter!!!

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I have to tell you, I have stopped looking or listening to the weather.  It seems old man winter does not want to loosen his vise grip on the Northeast.  The Arctic Blast we thought was gone is back with a vengeance, and from the little I do hear, it’s going to be days of bone-chilling cold followed by days of snow coming on the heels of the same.  Wow, with that to look forward too, I think we better make a list of things that we appreciate about this weather to get us through the next few days, weeks, but please don’t say months!!!  After all Spring is only 22 days away!!!

Things I appreciate about winter:

You can use your car as an extra freezer.

You never need to worry about frozen foods and ice cream melting like you do in summer.

The never-ending supply of snow for snow candy.

Burning calories naturally just trying to get warm.

Enjoying roaring fires in the fireplace.

The knowledge that it has to end sooner or later.

Taking lots of photos of our feathered and furry friends who are braving the same winter without coats, heat or down comforters.

The strong appreciation for the sun, spring and summer this weather puts in my heart.

Remembering it has to end.

Taking a hot shower and having warm cozy “feetie” pajamas to put on.

The ability to shop online even for my house hold necessities so I do not have to drive on black ice, freezing rain or blizzards.

Appreciating the beauty it does bring even if it overstays its welcome.

A central heating system that keeps us cozy even though the price of oil is outrageous.

Anytime seems like the perfect time to bake.

Knowing that its days are numbered and while March is coming in like that lion, it will be great to see it going out like a lamb!

Stay warm everyone!!!  Spring is only 22 days away, just keep repeating that!


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February 27, 2014 · 12:36 am

“My Dog The Champion” DVD Review & Giveaway!!!

The Heart of a Champion Never Dies

MY DOG THE CHAMPION BRINGS INSPIRING STORY OF A CITY GIRL AND HER FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND TO FAMILIES NATIONWIDE

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New Feature Film – Starring Dora Madison Burge, Lance Henriksen
And Cody Linley–– Bounds onto DVD for the First Time from
Anchor Bay Entertainment – February 4, 2014

 We are a pet loving family and we especially love our 3 dogs, so my little ones were thrilled to see this DVD arrive.  Ironically we had just been watching some videos on dog agility training and talking about how our Westie would love to do some of that.  This is a great family movie that deals with all sorts of relationships.  It shows how love and faith can go a long way in healing past hurts and how the heart of a champion never dies.  If you are looking for a heartwarming, heart-string tugging movie you can enjoy with your whole family; My Dog The Champion should be at the top of your list!

LOS ANGELES, CA – From the city to the country, families from coast-to-coast will experience an uplifting coming-of-age adventure when Anchor Bay Entertainment unleashes My Dog the Champion on DVD. The inspiring story of an unlikely friendship between a born-and-bred teenage city girl and a cattle dog, the new feature film starring Dora Madison Burge (“Dexter,” “Friday Night Lights,” Cowgirls ‘n Angels), Lance Henriksen (Aliens, The Terminator, Aliens vs. Predator) and Cody Linley (“Hannah Montana,” Cheaper by the Dozen) makes its national retail debut on February 4, 2014.

A moving and meaningful story for the whole family, My Dog the Champion (SRP $24.98) begins when Madison (Burge), a spoiled city teen, learns that her mother is being deployed to Afghanistan. She is suddenly forced to uproot to the country and live on her grandfather Billy’s (Henriksen) cattle ranch – in the middle of nowhere. Facing the hardships of farm life and her feelings of loneliness, she befriends Scout, the farm’s old and “useless” cattle dog. The new companions quickly form a special bond. And when the family farm becomes threatened, Madison, with some help from Eli (Linley), a teenage dog trainer, trains Scout to be an agility champion and together they compete with the hope of saving their home. Side by side, the determined duo proves the heart of a champion never dies.

 

My Dog the Champion, a story of friendship, love, teamwork, and challenges, is a must-have release for families nationwide. The film is executive produced by Arthur E. Benjamin, the founder of the American Dog Rescue, an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that works to rescue and promote the health and well-being of dogs and other animals all across the world. In addition, Scout, the movie’s starring dog, is herself a rescue!

 

About Anchor Bay Entertainment

Anchor Bay Entertainment is a leading home entertainment company.  Anchor Bay acquires and distributes feature films, original television programming, including STARZ Original series, children’s entertainment, anime (Manga Entertainment), fitness (Anchor Bay Fitness), sports, and other filmed entertainment on DVD and Blu-ray™ formats.  The company has long-term distribution agreements in place for select programming with AMC Networks, RADiUS, and The Weinstein Company.  Headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA, Anchor Bay Entertainment has offices in Troy, MI, as well as Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.  Anchor Bay Entertainment (www.anchorbayentertainment.com) is a Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA, STRZB) business,www.starz.com.

My Dog the Champion

 

Audio:                         Dolby Digital 5.1
Aspect Ratio:              Anamorphic
Subtitles:                     English SDH, Spanish
Retail Price:                 $24.98
Genre:                         Action/Adventure, Family
Rating:                        G
Run Time:                   87 Mins
Year:                           2013

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February 26, 2014 · 12:12 am

Tommee Tippee, Closer To Nature Pacifier Review & Giveaway!!!

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Not all my babies were pacifier compatible, but thankfully my new baby, Rand, loves them! It makes things easier for both of us.  He can self-soothe and I’m  able to get more things done. I was recently given a few sets of  new Tommee Tippee pacifiers in boy designs to  review. Their new, orthodontic shape is specially designed for baby acceptance from the first attempt, as it’s a similar design to their bottle nipples. They’re BPA and phthalate free silicone, and are dishwasher safe.
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I’m happy to report that Tommee Tippee’s designers did not waste their time designing them to be accepted by baby on the first try; My baby took it right away! He has different shaped pacifiers that he usually takes, but didn’t seem to have a problem with accepting the Tommee Tippee kind.  Truthfully, he took it on the second attempt, as he was hungry the first time and nothing would have pacified him then! My baby has been using these pacifiers for a couple of weeks now, and they have certainly become his favorite! They are just the right shape for him to hold in his mouth without losing grip on it.
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These remarkable pacifiers come in three sizes – 0-3M, 0-6M and 6-18M and offer girl, boy and gender neutral colors! You can find them at Target, Babies R Us and Buy Buy Baby.  They will also be available in air style which allows extra air flows between shield and cheeks, night-time style with glow in the dark handles, and fun style with bright and playful designs.
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Tommee Tippee is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings! One lucky blog reader will win a set of pacifiers in their choice of color style and size! Thank you Tommee Tippee for the review pacifiers and for sponsoring this wonderful giveaway!!!  Open to US Residents.
 
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February 25, 2014 · 12:13 am

One Year Subscription To iparent.tv Giveaway!!!

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What is iParent.TV? If your kids are awake, they’re probably on a smartphone, in front of a smart tv, downloading apps, or posting to social networks. And most likely you have no idea what they’re doing. iParent.TV will be a yearly, subscription-based website for teaching and informing parents on all things tech, mobile, devices, websites, and apps for kids so that you WILL know.

 

The Problem. Most parents don’t have an inside track to tech or social media dangers, let alone how to safeguard their kids against them.

58% of 10-12 year old kids believe they know how to hide their online activities from their parents.

46% of them said they would change their online behavior if they knew their parents were paying attention.

Introducing iParent.TV – keeping parents ahead of the tech curve. We believe we have the opportunity to help parents understand, get involved and safeguard their children in the ever-evolving tech World. iParent.TV educates parents with all the latest trends via Websites – Social Media – Apps – Devices

The idea. It started with a group of dads who felt like their 9-year-olds knew more about tech than they did. They were right. But their idea will help change that forever for all parents. Once launched, iParent.TV will have 100s of videos and product reviews that are very current, cutting edge and trending, keeping parents who subscribe ahead of the tech curve.

How it will work? The iParent.TV website will be a subscription-based site costing $49 per year for parents to access all the videos, reviews, how-tos, and live chat support. It will be the largest site on the net helping parents understand what’s safe and what’s not in the world of tech. – And we are offering it for only $29 on Indiegogo.

What you get? Articles, videos, reviews, tips, tools and expert advice on EVERYTHING like…
– Popular Apps
– Social Network Sites
– Major Websites
– Top Devices

To get started visit http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/iparent-tv

 

 

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February 24, 2014 · 11:29 am

EZwipers, Anco Series 31 Windshield Wipers Review & Giveaway!!!

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

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My van has a huge windshield and I depend on good wipers for visibility during rain, snow, or just to clean away the elements that leave a film.  Buying wiper blades at the dealer can be very expensive, the product is marked up so much! Why spend more than you need to?

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EZwipers sells windshield  wiper blades direct to consumers and they carry several brands!  I received the Anco Series 31 Wipers and they could not have arrived at a better time.  My current wipers were just starting to fail and so when these arrived my husband went right out to install them for me.  What a pleasure to know I have great new blades that work fantastic to keep my windshield clear during all kinds of weather!

So save the money you would spend buying from the dealer and go to EZwipers.com. In a few minutes you will be able to easily order the right blades, you don’t even need to set up an account. Just type in what kind of car you have and EZwipers will find you the right blades.  EZwipers will ship them right to your home and you will appreciate the great service, money and time savings!  Now you can save your money and time for something you really enjoy!!!

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February 23, 2014 · 9:04 pm

Mohawk Valley Trading Company, Grade A, Dark, Robust Maple Syrup Review and Giveaway!!!

Do you like great Maple Syrup?  If you do, Mohawk Valley Trading Company has a Grade A, Dark, Robust Maple Syrup that is absolutely delicious.  It has a great rich flavor with just the right amount of sweet to pour on French Toast, waffles, pancakes, oatmeal, yogurt or whatever you like to pour it on!

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The syrup comes in glass bottles and is made primarily from sugar maple sap, which is preferred for maple syrup production because it has an average sugar content of two percent. Sap from other maple species is usually lower in sugar content, and about twice as much is needed to produce the same amount of finished syrup.

We tried this syrup and my husband and I immediately agreed it had to be the best maple syrup we had ever tasted. We look forward to weekend breakfasts even more since we have this syrup to compliment our waffles, pancakes or french toast.

The Mohawk Valley Trading Company offers the highest quality unprocessed natural products we can produce namely; Maple Syrup, Maple Sugar, Honey, Raw Honey, Beeswax, Beeswax Candles, Handmade Soap and Natural Skin Care Products.  Their warehouse is located in Utica, NY.  They only sell their products online.  If you would like to order or need more information, you can email them at info@tenonanatche.com.

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The Mohawk Valley Trading Company is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win their own 16 oz. bottle of  Pure, Grade A, Dark, Robust Maple Syrup!  Thank you to Mohawk Valley Trading Company for the review syrup and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

Stay tuned for reviews and giveaways of more of their great products in the very near future!

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