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Disney & Pixar, “Finding Nemo” Big Golden Book Review and Giveaway!!!

Well, to commemorate the release of Finding Nemo on Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D this week, I want to tell you about a great Big Golden Book featuring Finding Nemo.  My kids can’t get enough Nemo so when they saw this book, they could not wait to get their hands on it.  It is a nice large hardcover Golden Book that tells the complete Finding Nemo story.  Kids will love that this is another way to enjoy the story with this gorgeously illustrated book.  This is a great bedtime book or in this house is good just about any time to share.

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Finding Nemo Swims Into Living Rooms Just In Time For The Holidays!!!

FINDING NEMO SWIMS INTO LIVING ROOMS THIS COMING HOLIDAY!

OWN IT FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER ON BLU-RAY  & BLU-RAY 3D !!!

Just keep swimming! Just keep swimming! Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming!

Disney•Pixar’s “Finding Nemo” dives back into homes this coming holiday in breathtaking Blu-ray . The must-“sea,” must-own Oscar®-winning underwater adventure—featuring the unforgettable Marlin, his forgetful friend Dory and the lovable young Nemo—swims into living rooms for the first time ever in high-definition Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D and Digital platforms on December 4, 2012.

The film fully immerses viewers in the stunning underwater world of FindingNemo! From the creators of Toy Story and Monsters, Inc., Disney•Pixar’s critically acclaimed and heartwarming tale splashes off the screen with brilliant digital picture, high definition sound and breathtaking 3D bonus features that transport you beyond your imagination.

“Finding Nemo,” first released in theaters in 2003, earned the Oscar® for Best Animated Feature Film and remains the fifth highest grossing animated film worldwide. In 2008, the American Film Institute named ―Finding Nemo‖ among the top 10 greatest animated films ever made, and it is the second highest grossing Pixar film to date (behind “Toy Story 3”).

The Blu-ray 2D and 3D debuts mark the first time ―Finding Nemo‖ has ever been available in these hi-def formats. Featuring pristine high definition picture and sound, the Blu-ray creates an incredible at-home experience with a host of interactive features and bonus features including 3D Virtual Aquariums, 2D Virtual Aquariums, CineExplore, A Filmmakers’ Roundtable and more.

The hi-def home entertainment release of “Finding Nemo” will be available as a 5-Disc Ultimate Collector’s Edition (2 Blu-ray 2D + 1 Blu-ray 3D + 1 DVD + 1 Digital Copy), 3-Disc Collector’s Edition (2 Blu-ray 2D + 1 DVD), 3D Digital & High-Definition Digital formats.

 

 

 


Since we received this new release of Finding Nemo about a week ago my little guys have watched it numerous times and it is an immediate favorite for them.  They are into everything Nemo now and can’t stop talking about the movie.  They just marvel at getting a look under the ocean and asking what everything is, learning the different types of fish and totally captivated by the adventure Nemo has to get back to his Dad.  This is such a great movie and would make a wonderful gift this holiday season for the little guppies on your holiday list!  You can stop by the Finding Nemo Facebook Page by clicking HERE and Follow them on Twitter HERE!  There are some great activity and puzzler games on the bottom of this post as well that I am sure your little ones will love!
ABOUT “FINDING NEMO”

 

In this stunning underwater adventure teeming with memorable comedic characters and heartfelt emotion, “Finding Nemo” follows the momentous journey of an overprotective clownfish named Marlin (voiced by Albert Brooks) and his young son Nemo (voiced by Alexander Gould). When the two are unexpectedly separated in the Great Barrier Reef, Nemo is carried far from his ocean home and deposited in a fish tank in a dentist’s office. Buoyed by the companionship of Dory (voiced by Ellen DeGeneres), a friendly-but-forgetful blue tang fish, Marlin embarks on a dangerous trek and finds himself the unlikely hero of an epic effort to rescue his son––who hatches a few daring plans of his own to return safely home.

“Finding Nemo” is directed by Oscar® winner Andrew Stanton, co-directed by Oscar winner Lee Unkrich, produced by Graham Walters. The music is from Thomas Newman and screenplay is written by Andrew Stanton, Bob Peterson and David Reynolds.

The characters in the film features the voices of Willem Dafoe (as Gill), Brad Garrett (as Bloat), Allison Janney (as Peach), Austin Pendleton (as Gurgle), Stephen Root (as Bubbles), Vicki Lewis (as Deb/Flo), Joe Ranft (as Jacques) Geoffrey Rush (as Nigel), Elizabeth Perkins (as Coral), Bob Peterson (as Mr. Ray), Barry Humphries (as Bruce), Eric Bana (as Anchor), Bruce Spence (as Chum), and director Andrew Stanton (as Crush).

 

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FRAAS Tech Gloves Unite Fashion and Technology!!!

I know myself, I am a tech junkie, won’t be out without my iPhone or iPad and for anything longer than a couple of hours, the laptop must come along.  Living in the north it can get quite cold in winter and so having a glove that keeps your hands warm while still allowing you to use touch screen technology is very important.  I am excited to tell you that FRAAS Tech Gloves let us embrace fashion and technology all while having toasty warm hands. The gloves are beautiful and very soft and warm, they also work extremely well.  The rising interest in chic cold weather accessories is evident everywhere. Fashion-savvy women are wrapped in great looking scarves and accenting their look with interesting hats and smart gloves.  FRAAS is on target with a versatile collection of options for Fall-Winter 2012.

More than 100 new FRAAS brand styles are debuting in this season–many in multiple color choices.  Three on-the-mark and very stylish palettes and themes are apparent–Woodland Guardians, Mineral Explosion, and Decadent Traveler. Neutrals, jewel tones and accent pop colors provide savvy consumers with the right styling and best shades to work with existing and new wardrobes.


Although historically known for its scarf expertise, FRAAS has added gloves and hats to its offering over the years and now consumers look forward to adding those FRAAS styles to their wardrobes, too. Technology has entered the fashion accessories scene with TOUCH SCREEN COMPATIBLE GLOVES. FRAAS offers 3 chic options–retailing for about $30–a long scrunch, a ruffle, and a bow–22 options total in all the colors. These are not something to be missed as a self or gift purchase. Anyone with a touch screen device will want a few pair! Those without a device will appreciate the attractive styling and affordable pricing plus one size fits all for buying ease.  Style 060579 is one of these three looks and is extremely popular thanks to its feminine ruffled hem. It is an Acrylic/Cotton/Poly/Metallic blend and is available in grey, blue-grape, black, rose, chartreuse, camel, teal and dark red. Keeping with cutting-edge design, FRAAS introduces these gloves with tech finger tips that are so well-matched to the glove, they are almost invisible. This offers a stylish and more lady-like approach for the tech-savvy customer.
“Our goal at FRAAS is to give consumers great choices of unique products at realistic price points,” says Aimee Zucchetti, FRAAS Brand and Sales Manager. “The technology savvy glove grouping exemplifies the fashion innovation for which we are known and we are pleased to be able to offer such a timely style to consumers.”

“Whenever a woman wants to add a finishing touch and zest to her entire look—she can reach for one of our FRAAS styles and be 100% confident that it will produce the right effect. It is astounding what a difference a scarf can make and our new hat and glove options add that much more excitement to the total look ,” says Ken Krieger, the VP of Sales for the innovative international manufacturer of woven and knit scarves, stoles, ruanas, wraps, capes and related accessories.

YOU CAN FIND FRAAS AT SPECIALTY STORES THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY AND MAY ORDER THESE STYLES
DIRECTLY FROM THE COMPANY BY CALLING 212-575-0191. SELECT STYLES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE AT fraas.com and amazon.com

 

I was provided test samples for my review, my opinions are 100% my own.

 


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The Company Store, 2 In 1 Down Travel Pillow Review and Giveaway!!!

It’s a busy time of year and lots of people are traveling.  Whether you are going to special holiday events several hours away or traveling to be with family, it’s nice to be comfortable.  The 2 in 1 Down Travel Pillow from The Company Store is quite an ingenious little pillow that will make traveling much more comfortable and cozy.  The pillow comes in great colors that will make it stand out and help you not to leave it behind when traveling, The travel size pillow is great on airplanes in the car, train or boat but what is so neat is that when you get to your destination you just unzip the travel pillow cover and take out the cozy down filled pillow case that will fit any standard size pillow.  So now you can put your own comfortable and clean pillow case on hotel pillows!  When you are ready to leave, everything folds up easily and neatly and fits back in the travel case so you have you travel pillow looking just as great and are ready for you next adventure!  The cotton cover is 250 thread count and feels great and is easy care machine wash to freshen it up from trip to trip.

My three-year old has declared this pillow his and it is perfect for him in the travel size to cart around and even use at home.  I am quite impresses with this pillow and it would make a great gift for anyone that does a lot of traveling.  Mommy Ramblings likes it so much we are adding it to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide!

  • Two-in-one travel pillow.
  • Travel pillow measures 20” x 26” (unfolded).
  • Folds easily in half to fit neatly into small travel bag.
  • Comes with a travel pillow-sized case.
  • Great for sleeping on planes, trains or during long car trips.
  • 250-thread-count cotton cover.
  • Filled with lofty down.
  • Fashionable colors prevent it from being left behind in hotel rooms.
  • Machine wash.
  • Imported.
  • Exclusively ours.

Don’t leave home without it! Everyone knows that you never sleep as well without a comfy pillow. Great for taking on the road, our ingeniously designed down travel pillow is the perfect solution. The 2-in-1 Travel Pillow is actually a sumptuous, down-filled pillowcase that, when folded in half, fits neatly into a travel pillow-sized bag—making it ideally sized for sleeping on a plane or a long car trip. When unfolded, it becomes a cozy, down-filled pillowcase that accommodates any standard-sized pillow.


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Ateco 55 Piece Decorating Tube Set Review and Giveaway!!!

If you are looking for a great kit of tips and accessories that you need to decorate cakes, cupcakes and more, then the Ateco 55 Piece Decorating Tube Set should be one you take a look at.  This kit is chock full of great tips, flower nails and coupler all packed in a hinged storage box.  The tips are high quality, made of stainless steel, and are the most popular styles in the Ateco line.  I use these tips and they clean up great in the dishwasher.  This kit has so many great tips that I cannot imagine needing any others.  I had fun just experimenting, I can’t imagine when I really do some research and watch some tutorials about the kind of designs you can create, I might be dangerous.  This set will really help you out with your holiday baking and so we are adding it to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide!  

Ateco’s 55-Piece Decorating Tube Set with Hinged Storage Box contains 52 of Ateco’s most popular decorating tubes, coupler, two flower nails and instructions in a plastic storage container. Made in the USA by Ateco. Since 1905, Ateco has supplied fine restaurants and bakeries with quality built, specialty baking tools. Ateco products are internationally renowned for their high quality. When you use Ateco products, you’re not only enjoying quality craftsmanship, you’re also enjoying quality design; the products are a result of over one hundred years and four generations of innovation and development. Tips are made of stainless steel.

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Squeem, Miracle Vest Review and Giveaway!!!

 

Thought I would bring you one of my favorite things and it’s not raindrops on roses but the Miracle Vest from Squeem.  I reviewed this vest last year at  this time and I have to tell you it is a staple in my foundation wardrobe, so much so that this year I chose to do it again since we have acquired so many new readers and I can’t say enough about this vest.

First, I love how easy it is to put on and fasten with two rows to choose from that give you the option of going tighter or looser.  I like how it really gives me the back support I need with having had 2 herniated discs and how it very clearly gives me the sleek silhouette I desire under the clingiest of clothing without being apparent.  I also like that you wear your own bra and that it does not come up in that area.  My problem with many of the shapers are that the ones that are like tanks tend to smush the girls and you then have a binded look where you definitely don’t want it.  I can wear this vest all day comfortably and do not feel restricted in any movements.  It holds up tremendously and I have washed mine a lot over the past year and it is still in top condition.  I was thrilled to receive another as I have said it is a wardrobe staple for me.  If you are looking for a shaper that will really work and make you look your best in whatever you are wearing, you need to try the Miracle Vest from Squeem.

Mommy Ramblings loves this vest so much we are adding it to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide under the section Products To Make Your Holidays Merry and Bright, because it will help you look great through every holiday event and beyond.  It is truly a gift that keeps on giving all year-long.

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Wonder Forge, Jake and the Never Land Pirates, Who Shook Hook? Game Review and Giveaway!!!

My little guys are not huge board game players.  They are more the action type, but I though the Who Shook Hook? Game from Wonder Forge might slow them down for a few minutes.  This game is easy to set up with just sliding a couple of palm tree trunks in the spaces on the board and adding the palm leave tops and then attaching the hammock.  The trickiest part and I imagine the most frustrating for little ones like my Luke who is younger than the recommended ages would be placing Hook on the hammock and all the treasures around him evenly without it tipping over.  There is a spinner for determining how many spaces a player moves on their turn.  There are four tools that are used to remove a treasure without having the hammock turn over.  If you are looking for a fun game for kids who especially like Jake and the Never Land Pirates.

Captain Hook is snoozing in his hammock, surrounded by all the treasure he’s nabbed from Jake and his pirate crew. Spin the spinner to choose your challenge, then use the sword, the fishing pole, or the shovel to pluck a piece of treasure! But steady as she goes–you need to grab the loot without sending Hook tumbling into the water where Tick Tock Croc awaits. This imaginative, play-packed game is sure to be a hit with clever little pirates.

Promotes:
  • Physical dexterity
  • Strategic thinking
  • Turn-taking and playing together
Product Contents
  • 2 Palm Trees (2 Trunks and 2 Palm Fronds)
  • “Sand” Base
  • Hammock
  • 3 Barrels
  • 3 Treasure Chests
  • 3 Tikis
  • 3 Money Bags
  • 4 Tools (Leaf Tweezers, Sword, Anchor Fishing Pole, Shovel)
  • Captain Hook
  • 1 Game Board
  • 1 Rules Manual

Mommy Ramblings is adding Who Shook Hook? Game to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide!

 

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Dearfoams Cross Stitch Clog Slipper Review & Giveaway!!! 2 Winners!!!

It is almost officially winter and it is so nice to have a comfy pair of warm slippers to put on when you’re home.  It is also nice to have a pair that have a nice sole so that if you have to take a few steps outside you don’t end up with soggy feet.  The ability to throw my slippers in the wash is something that I look for too.  I have to say the Dearfoams Cross Stitich Clog has all my slipper requirements covered.  The cross stitch clog is a good-looking slipper that looks more like a clog, it is machine washable and has a sole that I can wear outside.  The clog is super comfy and very warm.  Dearfoams has a huge selection of cozy slippers that are just right for so many people on you holiday gift list.

cross stitch clog

Snuggle up with these cross stitch microsuede indoor/outdoor clogs. These house shoes feature a soft, Sherpa collar and sophisticated cross stitch detail.

  • Upper: Microfiber Suede
  • Lining & Insole: Sherpa
  • Sherpa collar
  • Decorative contrasting cross-stitch on vamp
  • Perfect foam cushioning plus heel wedge for extra comfort
  • High profile, side-stitch TPR rubber outsole with skid and abrasion resistance
  • Machine washable

Mommy Ramblings thinks you can’t go wrong with a pair of Dearfoams great slippers and so we are adding them to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide.

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Let’s Play In The Snow By Sam McBratney Review & Giveaway!!!

I have already told you how much my kids love Little Nutbrown and Big Nutbrown Hare so this cute little sturdy board book is perfect for my three-year old that loves taking books to bed with him.  This adorable story follows Little Nutbrown Hare who loves playing in the snow with Big Nutbrown Hare.  The Hares big and little play a game of I Spy on a snowy winter day.  The game and the book end with Big Nutbrown Hare spying something little, nutbrown, can hop and his favorite thing, to which Little Nutbrown proudly says, “It’s me!”

 

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“How The Grinch Stole Christmas” By Dr. Seuss Review and Giveaway!!!

How The Grinch Stole Christmas! is a classic book and I am sure most of us remember from our own childhoods.  My husband loves reading this to our kids and so do I, it never gets old.  That green Mr. Grinch is a mean one and those Whos down in Whoville are just minding their own business and celebrating the joyous Christmas season.  Little Cindy Lou Who even comes face to face with The Grinch who gets her a drink while he empties her house of the festive decorations and leaves not even a crumb big enough for a mouse.

His poor dog named Max who is forced to play the part of a reindeer and has us all feeling sorry for his terrible plight.  However, in true Dr. Seuss fashion, we know this story has a lesson and one that the Grinch learns that day.  Even though he took their gifts and the wrappings, the feast, the trees, and every bit of tinsel, he could not stop the joy that unites the Whos down in Whoville who start singing.  The Grinch is in awe, and wonders how can it be!  He took it all from them and yet they still sing.  A miraculous thing then happened to that nasty, old Grinch, it is said that his small heart grew 3 sizes that day!  See the Grinch realized something the we ought to much more, he realized that Christmas does not come from a store but perhaps just perhaps it means a little bit more!

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