Guess How Much I Love You: Friendship Adventures DVD Review & Givaway!!! 3 Winners!!!

HOP ON BOARD FOR ALL-NEW ADVENTURES WITH LITTLE NUTBROWN HARE IN THIS DOVE-APPROVED DVD FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

 Guess How Much I Love You: Friendship Adventures DVD

GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU: 

FRIENDSHIP ADVENTURES

Street Date: February 18, 2013

We absolutely adore Little and Big Nutbrown hare and here is another DVD that lets you see them in animated form as they explore and play among the grassy fields, rivers and valleys that they make their home in.  The episodes really engaged my kids and echoed some of the same situations they experience with friends.  Great lessons all around with adorable characters they know and love.  Also makes a great treat to tuck in an Easter basket!!!

From the importance of friendship to embracing differences in one another, young home viewers will learn valuable life lessons — and have fun doing it – in the whimsical, all-new DVD from Entertainment One, GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU: FRIENDSHIP ADVENTURES. 

Across seven charming, colorfully-animated episodes inspired by Sam McBratney’s best-selling book and produced by Australia’s SLR Productions, join Little Nutbrown hare, his father and all his forest friends – fun-loving Field Mouse, mischievous Little Grey Squirrel, tricky Little Redwood Fox and Little White Owl — as they explore the grassy fields, mossy forests, lazy rivers and sunny green valleys all around them.  Episodes, which can also be seen on Disney Junior, include “Favorite Thing”, “Fly Away Home”, “Follow Me”, “I Promise”, “All Fall Down”, “New Friend” and “Leaf Shade”.

 

Type: DVD

Catalog #:  EOE-DV-7640

Running Time: 96 mins.

Rating: NR

Genre:  Animation/Kids

Aspect Ratio: 16 x 9 (1.78:1)

Audio:  2.0 Dolby Digital

Language: English with SDH Subtitles

 

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T.G.I. Friday’s Frozen Snacks Are Perfect To Team Up With Game Day Entertaining!!!

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With our large family and my older kid’s friends always over, it’s like a party every day at our house.  I sometimes feel like we have a revolving door and you never know who’s going to pop over.  With older boys and their friends, I can tell you that we always have hungry people in our house.

Now, when you add an event like the big game to the agenda, you can be sure there better be plenty of great snacks and tasty food for the sports fans to munch on.  They say go big or go home, that’s how we feel about a lot of things but certainly how we plan when entertaining during game time!  My husband likes to cook especially when we have friends and family coming by to relax and enjoy a big game day with us.

My husband can be found making his signature chili and serving it with cubes of cheddar cheese for an unbelievable hearty bowl of comfort food.  Chips and dips of all kinds, cold drinks, and we always like to have some finger foods like wings too.  T.G.I. Friday’s has some amazing appetizers available in the freezer section of your local Walmart store now!

Choose from Frozen Snacks of Delicious Wings with Honey BBQ Sauce, Loaded Cheddar & Bacon Potato Skins,Boneless Chicken Bites with Honey BBQ Sauce, Mozzarella Sticks, Jalapeno Poppers and much more.  These appetizers are easy to prepare and let you spend time with your family and friends watching the game without sacrificing taste or quality.

I picked some up recently from the well-stocked freezer section at Walmart.  There are regular and even value sizes of some varieties to choose from, and  you better believe  when the value size was available, I chose that and loaded up my cart.  I checked out and drove home and my husband put the treats in our extra freezer.

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Imagine my surprise the next day when I went to get the boxes and found considerably less then I purchased.  Apparently, my older boys found the stash while getting some ice cream.  Enticed seeing the colorful T.G.I Friday’s packaging and even more intrigued by the pictures of their favorite Friday’s foods, those snacks never had a chance.  Needless to say, there was quite a dent put in my stash.  Oh well, what are you going to do, the story of living with teenagers!  I never need to worry about my little ones doing that yet, give them time though.

So I took what I had left and prepared a sampling buffet for us to try so we could get a feel for our favorites.  I cooked what was left of the wings, boneless chicken, loaded potato skins and poppers.  I left some of the chicken uncoated for my little guys but they ended up wanting the sauce.  I think it’s nice though that you can keep some plain for those who prefer that.  Everything cooked very quickly and disappeared just as fast which is a testimony to how good it tasted!

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I even managed to get a plate of goodies and have to tell you everything was great and felt like it was delivered from T.G.I Friday’s right to our house.  If you are in need of appetizers to enjoy with your family and friends during big games, parties or any other occasion, try Friday’s in your freezer.  I even found a coupon at for $1.50 off 3 T.G.I Friday’s Frozen Snacks, click HERE to get one!

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Margery Williams’ “The Velveteen Rabbit”, Deluxe Gift Edition Review & Giveaway!!!

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A few weeks ago the little ones and I began to add Spring and Easter bedtime story books to our routine.  Experiencing an Arctic blast here in the Northeast, I found it very promising to read stories about springtime.  Many of the stories were about bunnies, ducks and the rebirth experienced each spring.

Along the bunny theme we recently were sent the beautiful Deluxe Gift Edition of The Velveteen Rabbit.  The first time we read it, my little guys were all ears (no pun intended). They wanted to know why all the boys things needed to be burned because of germs, and wondered why they couldn’t just wash them.  They were very glad to know the Velveteen Rabbit was not burned and was made real because he had been so special to the boy.  This is a delightful story to share with your children or to give as a gift.  Would make a beautiful addition to put in an Easter basket!

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A deluxe gift edition of one of the most beloved children’s stories. With illustrations remastered from a 1922 first edition and a beautiful cloth binding with gold accents, this lovingly reconstructed classic is the ideal collectible gift for baby showers, birthdays, and holidays throughout the year. Includes a book plate for personalizing your gift.

At first a brand-new toy, now a threadbare and discarded nursery relic, the velveteen rabbit is saved from peril by a magic fairy who whisks him away to the idyllic world of Rabbitland. There, he becomes “Real,” a cherished childhood companion who will be loved for eternity. Treasured for generations, here is a timeless tale about the magic of boundless love, newly available with the luminous color of the original edition.

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Excerpt From The Book:

“What is REAL?” asked the Rabbit one day, when they were lying side by side near the nursery fender, before Nana came to tidy the room.  “Does it mean having things that buzz inside you and a stick-out handle?”

“Real isn’t how you are made,” said the Skin Horse.  “It’s a thing that happens to you.  When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real.”

“Does it hurt?” asked the Rabbit.

“Sometimes,” said the Skin Horse, for he was always truthful.  “When you are Real you don’t mind being hurt.”

“Does it happen all at once, like being wound up,” he asked, “or bit by bit?”

“It doesn’t happen all at once,” said the Skin Horse.  “You become.  It takes a long time.  That’s why it doesn’t often happen to people who break easily, or have sharp edges, or who have to be carefully kept.  Generally, by the time you are Real, most of your hair has been loved off, and your eyes drop out and you get loose in the joints and very shabby.  But these things don’t matter at all, because once you are Real you can’t be ugly, except to people who don’t understand.”

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K12 Inc. Launches EmbarK¹², A Comprehensive & Online Pre-K Program For Kids 3-6!!! Limited Time 50% Off Discount Code Available Now!!!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of K12, the leader in online education for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

As a mom of five, I know the importance of preparing our kids for kindergarten with a strong foundation of key concepts and fundamentals.  Children need to master basic skills and have a strong understanding of key concepts in order to succeed in school.  A Pre-K program that prepares them for kindergarten with the fundamentals and concepts they need to know will allow kids to keep building on that strong foundation and let them soar through kindergarten and beyond!

EmbarK¹² is the leader in online education for grades K-12 has launched EmbarK12 Comprehensive- Online and hands-on preschool program for your early learner. 

  

EmbarK12 Online – Over 830 interactive activities to engage your preschooler. and encourage self-guided and independent learning for children ages 3-6.  This supplemental Pre-K program was developed by educational experts and is designed to make learning fun, enriching and dynamic.  

Children will learn basic concepts such as mathematical reasoning, early literacy, scientific observation, investigative skills and so much more through stimulating engagement.  

EmbarK¹² Comprehensive is an award-winning and standards aligned Pre-K program that is designed to fully prepare 3-5 year olds for Kindergarten.  Over 1200 engaging, interactive online and hands-on activities are available that will encompass 18 thematic units covering 6 subjects; Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Music and Art.

Over 750  hands-on activities support EmbarK¹² themes and promote creativity among eager learners through math manipulatives, children’s storybooks, art supplies and other learning aids. Kindergarten readiness programs by K12. Try a sample activity today.

Right now you can take advantage of a special 50% Off Discount on EmbarK¹² Online. This promotion is only valid for the next 7 days so don’t delay!  Use promo code EmbarkSpecial and pay only $29.50 for a 12 month subscription which is half off the regular price of $59! 

 

 


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Walmart Family Mobile Has The Lowest Priced Unlimited Plans!!!

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I am one of those moms who has kids ranging from young adults to preschoolers.  When your older kids start driving, believe me, you’re going to want to know you can reach them and that they have the capability to call if anything happens.

However, it can be very costly for everyone to have a smart phone not to mention an unlimited family mobile plan. That’s why I am so excited about Walmart Family Mobile, it’s the lowest price unlimited talk, text & data/web plan!

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You can purchase a variety of smart phones for under $100 with some under $50 right now!  I went to Walmart today to purchase a gift from my son for Valentine’s Day!  I bought him the Evolve Smart Phone and it was just $79.00!  Walmart’s lowest priced unlimited  plans for talk, text and web are just $39.99 a month!  There’s no contract and you just pay monthly.

The low price gets lower when you add a line because you save $5 when you add other family members to the unlimited plan.  That’s a great value and much less than we are paying with our contract service.

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With phones and unlimited plans this affordable, staying in touch with everyone is easy and the peace of mind it gives me is priceless.  Since many families are now receiving their tax return, this may just be something you want to consider using it toward. Unlimited plans are so great because you don’t need to worry about anyone going over their minutes or data/web allotment and then being slapped with huge fees you didn’t plan on.

It couldn’t have been easier to buy the phone and the start-up for the Family Mobile Plan.  As I made my way to the electronics department, I immediately saw the display with the phones and signage about Walmart’ s Lowest Priced Unlimited Plan.

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 A very nice young man immediately approached me and was very knowledgable about the phones and plan.  I told him I wanted to buy the OneTouch Evolve and he picked the phone for me, then I asked him how it works with setting up the unlimited plan and he told me I needed the start-up pack,  picked the right one and told me I could activate it online or on the phone.

That was it, I paid and was on my way.  Of course I picked up a Valentine’s gift bag for the gift that keeps on giving.  When I got home I wrapped it up and put it in the gift bag and now to wait and see his reaction.  I know he will just love it! I will update with his reaction.

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Celebrate National Soup Month With the Original SoupMan!!! #SoupManFan

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The SoupMan phenomenon started back in 1984, long  before the Seinfeld, Soup Nazi,  “NO SOUP FOR YOU!” classic punchline; there were soup lines outside of Al’s legendary NYC store.  This was soup worth waiting for, even in sub-zero winters. The innovative recipes, miraculously fresh ingredients and spices from Al‘s secret sources showed jaded New Yorker’s a whole new side of soup.

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The years may have changed but nothing about the small-batch soups have.  They are still made with the craft and relentless pursuit of excellence that defines perfectionism and creates legends.  The New York Times declares, Al creates “Art, not soup.” Available at over 500 Walmart locations, over 750 Stop & Shop, 1400 Safeway stores, Giant, Martin’s Supermarkets, plus other grocers across the nation, fans  can enjoy The SoupMan’s original recipes in the comfort of their own home. Find a store near you HERE.   Follow SoupMan on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Here in New York we are experiencing an Arctic Blast of bone chilling cold.  If any time was right for a steaming hot bowl of hearty soup, it’s now!  SoupMan soups are packed in cartons not cans and they are not condensed, so do not add water.  All you need to do is open, heat and enjoy!  I have been having SoupMan Soup for lunch the past few days and I really looked forward to soup time!

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The lentil was the first kind I tried and it is full of quality ingredients and packed with flavor.  The soup is very satisfying, no need to add a sandwich and will have you fueled and ready for the rest of the day no matter what the temperature is outside.

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I also tried the new Jambalaya and that was incredibly delicious.  I cannot wait to sample the Lobster Bisque, Tomato, Crab & Corn Chowder, Chicken Noodle and Chicken Gumbo.  Love that I can get the soups in my Walmart and how great that I won’t ever have to hear, “No Soup For You!”  With SoupMan there is soup for all of us!  Try some today and chase away the winter chills with a hot bowl of deliciousness as you Celebrate National Soup Month With the Original SoupMan! 

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Celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend And Kick Off Cookie Season!!! #CookieBoss

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Do you know what season it is?  Maybe you are thinking about football and the upcoming Superbowl but that’s not what I’m thinking of. Are you ready for some COOKIES?!!!  That’s right, Cookie Season is almost here! Girl Scout Cookie Season, and In New York City the Girls Scouts of the USA will celebrate the start of the season by taking over Vanderbilt Hall in Grand Central Terminal on Friday, February 7th, from 8 am to 7 pm to give the big apple residents their first taste of this year’s cookies.  Are you ready to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend?

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The Girl Scouts is the world’s largest girl-led business, the near $800 million dollar cookie program was created to teach girls five essential life skills: goal setting, decision-making, money management, business ethics and people skills.  I remember fondly my time as a girl scout, the weekly meetings, crafts, earning badges, learning new skills, bonding with peers, trips and of course the cookie sale.  I loved the colorful order forms and seeing them fill up with orders, picking up all the boxes and delivering them with my mom and sister.

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When I had my own daughter there was no doubt she would also participate in Girl Scouts. This time I was her troop leader, allowing me to  see and experience Girl Scouts from the other side.  I loved being a troop leader and there was so much support, we had local meetings, worked close with council, went to some tremendous, enriching leader trainings and had the chance to work with some amazing young girls along the way.  It was a wonderful experience even as an adult.

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I will never forget the excitement of the cookie sales, how my dining room became Cookie Central for pick up and how we organized special sales with the girls to sell the extra boxes.  Setting up  the events to sell the extra cookies really helped the girls with their planning, business skills and time management.

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 We held brainstorming sessions about the best venue with the most traffic, what we would need, dividing up the tasks, coming together the day of the event to set up, do business and learn important skills that would be a foundation for the rest of their lives.  How to deal with people, totaling up orders, giving change, preparing for the unexpected and doing it all with a smile are what the girls would remember at the end of the day along with the laughs and fun we had.  The memories I carry as both a Girl Scout and then a Girl Scout Leader are a gift and the whole experience has enriched my life in so many ways.

Connect with GSUSA on their Website, check out their Cookie Program Page. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.  The Girl Scouts of Western NY are also on Facebook and Twitter so stop by and say hi!

 

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Want to enter a great giveaway!!!  Enter a very special giveaway to celebrate  National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend. Two lucky winners will receive a basket of Girl Scout merchandise from Girl Scouts of the USA (ARV: $125). – See more HERE!!!


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Habé Natural Cream For Hands, Feet & Body Review & Giveaway!!!

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Saturday is one of my most favorite days of the year!  You may wonder if it’s my birthday or anniversary but it’s not.  The reason for it being one of my favorite days is because it’s the first day of February and the first time  this year that I can official say that Spring is next month!  By this time I am through with Winter and wanting to have my feet in some sandals or in the grass.

With the brutal weather most of the country has been affected by, it’s seems truer than ever for me.  If your feet or hands have been feeling the effects too then you may want to try Habé Natural Cream for feet, hands and body.  This soothing cream is more like a balm and is 100% natural made from the finest natural ingredients including olive oil, coconut oil, tea tree oil and beeswax.  This head to toe body moisturizer will help restore your dry skin and bring softness and healing to cracked feet and hands.

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This cream comes in a 2 oz tin that is handy to keep in your purse or pocket and is great for travel.  Just apply and you will notice the improvement quickly in you skin, using Habé Natural Cream now will help you have soft, moisturized skin you will want to show off come spring and summer.  That reminds me, spring is on its way!

Habé is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings and one lucky blog reader will win Habé Natural Cream for hands, feet and body! To enter please use the Rafflecopter widget below. Good Luck!

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Enter The Superbowl Sweeps At Rigoni di Asiago To Win A Sampler Of Honey, Fruit & Hazelnut Spread!!!

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Enter the Superbowl Sweeps for Rigoni di Asiago now to win a sample set of their Mielbio Italian Orange Blossom Honey, Fiordifrutta Apricot Fruit Spread and a Nocciolata Hazelnut Spread.

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Get multiple entries the more you share! Contest ends on February 2nd. Click HERE!!!

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Try New, Limited Edition TruMoo Chocolate Marshmallow Milk Hot or Cold Today!!! #TruMoo

“This post is an announcement about the new seasonal Chocolate Marshmallow Milk that’s in stores this month only! We can’t wait to try it! For this post TruMoo’s Chocolate Milk was used and is available year-round”

 

If you are in the middle of  the Arctic Blast that much of the country is facing, a cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows probably sounds delicious.  An easy way to make that a reality is to heat up some TruMoo Chocolate Marshmallow Milk. Then settle in with your hands around that steaming cup of chocolate marshmallow goodness and close your eyes and dream about spring.  Want a cold refreshing chocolate drink?  No problem because TruMoo Chocolate Marshmallow tastes great right from the fridge, just pour a nice tall glass and enjoy.

Whether you like it hot or cold, with TruMoo Chocolate Marshmallow milk you just can’t go wrong!    TruMoo Chocolate Marshmallow milk is made with fresh white milk sourced from regional dairies around the country – pure cocoa and just enough natural sugar to make it taste great.  TruMoo Milk contains no artificial growth hormones or high fructose corn syrup and is nutritious and delicious! Moms and Dads can feel good serving TruMoo Chocolate Milk because it’s packed with calcium and vitamins A & D!

 

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Why is TruMoo the best chocolate milk for your kids?

TruMoo Chocolate Milk has been formulated to contain less added sugar and calories than previous chocolate milk formulas. It is sweetened with just enough sugar to supplement the naturally occurring sugar in milk (lactose). Studies show that adding this bit of sugar to nourishing food and drinks like milk encourages children and adolescents to consume the nutrients they need for a balanced diet at critical development stages.

So go grab some TruMoo Chocolate Marshmallow Milk you can find it in the dairy section at grocery stores nationwide during the month of February! Click HERE to find a store near you!  Visit the TruMoo Website and follow TruMoo on Facebook and Twitter.  Check out our Instagram Video HERE!


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