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October 14, 2012 · 9:46 pm

A Gift Of Wood, Quality Handcrafted Gifts Made In Wisconsin Review & Giveaway!!!

A GIFT OF WOOD

If you are thinking of your holiday gift list and trying to come up with something different for a special person; you will want to pay close attention to this post. If you are in the market for a different, expertly crafted, one of a kind gift, I think I can help you out.  I recently received a beautiful oak, handcrafted lazy Susan from A Gift of Wood to review. A Gift of Wood uses only the finest native American hardwoods and they handicraft every piece in their small shop in south-central Wisconsin. Since 1982, they have been totally committed to providing the highest quality handcrafted pieces anywhere and offer some very unique items.

The lazy Susan is gorgeous, the details, finish, and superior craftsmanship make this an heirloom piece that can be handed down.  A lazy Susan is so handy when you have a large family to help keep frequently reached for things where everyone can reach them during a meal.  It is also excellent when the kids are doing a craft so that craft supplies are easily accessible no matter what side of the table you are seated at.  This lazy Susan is so beautiful that I plan to keep it as the centerpiece of our kitchen table.  It is not wobbly and it spins effortlessly   This lazy Susan is great to put on a cake stand when you are decorating a cake.

A Gift of Wood has such a wide selection of products you can find a  special gift for a wedding, house-warming, birthday or just a practical, functional gift for yourself.  Choose from clocks, tissue boxes, cutting boards, bud vases, knife blocks and so much more!  Mommy Ramblings thinks A Gift of Wood will be a great place to shop this holiday season so we are adding it to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide.  It is easy to find gifts for men, women, couples and families at A Gift of Wood and they are certain not to receive a duplicate.

These attractive “Susans” are anything but lazy in a busy kitchen.  Use one in the middle of a table for condiments or on a counter to hold spices and seasonings.  Since each is turned on a lathe, the outside rim is built right in during the turning process.  A ball-bearing movement keeps them turning smoothly for years, and each is finished with a satin lacquer finish for long-lasting durability and beauty.  Simply wipe off with a damp cloth and you’re back in business.  Contrasting wood stripes add to the beauty and interest, and durable rubber feet keep the bottom in one spot.

A Gift of Wood’s  11 inch lazy Susans are one of their all-time best sellers, and they are available in cherry, oak, or walnut.

 

 

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· 12:31 am

The Slanket, The Original Blanket with Sleeves Review and Giveaway!!!

 

Here in the northeast it is getting chilly, especially at night.  We even had our first frost last night so definitely blanket time.  Blankets are great when you are sleeping but if you are on the couch and need your hands you will have to sacrifice upper body warmth for that mobility.  Slanket solves that problem by being a blanket with arms.  I love Slanket for so many reasons; first it is so thick and so big, I literally could wrap three people up in here with me and the thickness and softness is superior to any clones that are on the market.  I am 5’8″ and the length on this blanket just goes on and on it seems, definitely wont be leaving toes uncovered.  I love the peace sign design, it is so funky.  I am ready for the chilly nights ahead with my Slanket, Mommy Ramblings thinks Slanket would make a wonderful gift this holiday season, there are so many colors and patterns to choose from and there are kid’s, siamese, and travel Slankets too!.  We are adding Slanket to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide!

 

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October 12, 2012 · 11:12 pm

Himalayan Salt Shop, Salt Lamp Review and Giveaway!!! 15% Discount Code Added!!!

How would you feel about something that looks really neat, creates a warm, cozy glow and is good for you?  If you are like me, you would be all for it.  I was recently sent a Himalayan Salt Lamp for review from the Himalayan Salt Shop.  Salt lamps can come in natural shapes like the one I received or they can be crafted into special shapes.  The salt lamps from the Himalayan Salt Shop are the highest quality.  The natural salt lamp is mounted on a wood base, you simply insert the bulb, plug in and turn on using the handy toggle switch right on the cord.  A beautiful glow is emitted and it just creates such a great ambiance to any room.

There is a guide to the size of the lamp and the room size it should be used in for maximum effectiveness.  The lamps come from the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains. Each salt crystal lamp is chipped out by hand and a hole is bored in the base for the light.  When the salt crystal rock heats up, it emits negative ions. These ions clean the air by removing dust, pollen, dander, cigarette smoke and bacteria. They also offset the effects of the positive ions produced by computer monitors, TV’s and other electrical devices. Negative ions are also produced in nature by thunderstorms, waterfalls and the ocean. That’s why we feel refreshed and energized in these environments. The lamps offer this same benefit.

The lamps are super easy to care for, once a month, it is  recommended you unplug the lamp and wipe it down with a damp cloth. This will remove any dust or dirt. Then just plug the lamp back in and the heat will dry it off.  I love that it is such a pretty nightlight and great to use in the bedroom while it helps clean the air and reduce allergens.  Mommy Ramblings likes this lamp so much and thinks it would make such a great holiday gift we are adding it to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide!  Mommy Rambling’s readers can get a 15% discount on orders when they use the code SALTAGAIN.  

 

 

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· 10:41 pm

Hyland’s Homeopathic Medicines Review and Giveaway!!!Hyland’s Homeopathic Medicines

 

If you have little ones in school, you are probably dealing with sniffles and sneezes and coughs and wheezes   Ethan was never sick until he started preschool, truly I think the child had one cold in almost 4 years of life, never had an ear infection, never a stomach virus, and I think he had one fever.  Then preschool started and so did the runny nose and his first ever ear infection.  During the school year it seems like they just have waxing and waning runny noses and coughs until spring.  It is not anything to slow them up and so it is nice to find something to just relive some of the symptoms.

I was sent an assortment of children’s cough, cold, allergy and sleep products and an adult cough and cold product from Hylands.  We have used Hylands teething tablets in the past and their cough syrup.  I like that they are homeopathic and that they help with some of the annoying symptoms of a cold.  It also helps that they don’t taste yucky and my kids don’t mind taking them.  Many of the products have dis-solvable tablets just like the teething tablets that your child take 2 or 3 of every 15 minutes until the symptoms disappear and then they can take them every four hours.  My 3-year-old has a cough so we gave him the cough syrup which looks like the honey that it has in it.  My little one drank it right back cheerfully, they both took the tablets for runny noses and  we also have tried the calming tablets close to bedtime.  The products worked and my three-year old was not coughing and they both stopped with the sniffling.  These products are a nice way to calm some of the annoying symptoms without drugging your children.

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· 1:46 am

Trueberry Truly Personalized Children’s Book Review & Giveaway!!!

I was thrilled to be contacted recently by Trueberry and asked if I would like to do a review for their truly personalized children’s books.  More than just a name, their books tell a story that is unique to your child and has their photographs on the pages to really make it a keepsake.  I was able to go to their website and it was so easy to select the book I wanted, edit and add text and pictures and I was done.  The book arrived and it is just superb.  My five year old loves seeing himself as a baby and learning the story of his life and this book is so cute with how it sets up his birth and early years.  This is such a great gift idea that will be treasured.  You can even share this book online with friends and family.

I choose  The Incredible Adventures of Your Child’s Name and Flappity Jack as my book and had it personalized for my son Ethan.  To understand how it works you can watch the video below.

 

Mommy Ramblings thinks Trueberry Personalized Books make excellent gifts especially for the holidays.  For this reason we are adding Trueberry Truly Personalized Children’s Books to our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide!
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October 11, 2012 · 12:48 am

“I Like Old Clothes” by Mary Ann Hoberman Review & Giveaway!!!

I recently received the book, I Like Old Clothes by Mary Ann Hoberman for review.  This is a delightful story that is especially fitting for a child that is the recipient of mostly hand me down clothes.  This book was originally published in 1976 with different illustrations. Follow along as  older sister explains why she likes old clothes to her younger brother.  She loves that the clothes have a history and thinks about who wore them before and what kind of adventures they went on.  It makes a child who may feel bad about or being teased about wearing hand-me-down clothes feel special.

Synopsis

I like old clothes, / Hand-me-down clothes, / Worn outgrown clothes, / Not-my-own clothes. . . . Originally published by Knopf in 1976 (with illustrations by Jacqueline Chwast), this poem—an exuberant celebration of hand-me-down clothes—is just as relevant and accessible today as it was over 30 years ago.  Children’s Poet Laureate Mary Ann Hoberman offers a bouncy, fun-to-read-aloud text and a refreshingly agreeable, resourceful protagonist who likes old clothes for their “history” and “mystery.” Illustrator Patrice Barton brings new, contemporary life to the poem, with an adorable little girl and her younger brother playing dress-up, making crafts, and happily treasuring their hand-me-downs.
About the Author:
Mary Ann Hoberman is the author of And to Think That We Thought That We’d Never Be Friends and many other children’s books.
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· 12:16 am

“People Like Us” Blu-ray & DVD Combo Pack Review & Giveaway!!!

 

From The Studio That Brought You “The Help,” Comes The Inspirational Story About Family Reconnections And Life’s Changes Starring Chris Pine, Elizabeth Banks, Olivia Wilde and Michelle Pfeiffer

PEOPLE LIKE US

Available on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, DVD, Digital & On Demand 

 

BURBANK, California, — From the studio that brought you the award-winning blockbuster “The Help,” comes an emotional and inspirational story about a young man’s journey of self discovery as he connects with a family he barely knows.  Starring Chris Pine (Star Trek), Elizabeth Banks (Hunger Games), Olivia Wilde (Tron) and Michelle Pfeiffer (Dark Shadows), DreamWorks Pictures releases “People Like Us” – a must-own, heartfelt and relatable story – on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, DVD, Digital and On-Demand.

 

“Charming, funny…and heartfelt”

– Scott Mantz,Access Hollywood

 

Inspired by true life events, the “People Like Us” Blu-ray Combo Pack comes complete with bonus material that delves deeper into the story that inspired the making of this great film. These extras include audio commentary with filmmakers and talent, an extended scene of L.A.’s popular Henry Taco Stand featured in the film, deleted scenes and bloopers.

 “Humane and riveting…One of the year’s very best!”

– Pete Hammond – Boxoffice Magazine

“People Like Us” is directed/produced by Alex Kurtzman (Cowboys & Aliens, The Proposal, Star Trek, TV’s “Hawaii Five-O”), written by Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci (Transformers, Star Trek, Cowboys & Aliens) and Jody Lambert (her first writing debut) and composed by award-winning composer A.R. Rahman (127 Hours, Slumdog Millionaire). Chris Pine, who plays Sam, is a twenty-something, fast-talking salesman whose latest deal collapses the day he learns his father has suddenly died. Against his wishes, Sam is called home to put his father’s estate in order and reconnect with his estranged family. While there, he uncovers a startling secret that turns his entire world upside down — he has a 30-year-old sister (Banks) he never knew existed.

Mommy Ramblings Says:

I really liked this movie, it was engaging and the actors were great.  From the time Sam learns of the death of his father and the first words out of his mouth are, “What’s for dinner?” you know they had a complicated relationship.  When he does finally show up to his childhood home, he is in for a very big shock.  Sam soon finds out he is not an only child but that he has a sister and a nephew.  His nephew is quite a handful and blows up the school swimming pool, getting expelled until his mom Frankie turns things around on the Principal.  Lots of complex relationship and family issues make this a very heartfelt movie and has you thinking about what you would do in the same situation.  See, Sam has $150,000 in cash in a shaving case with a note from his father to take care of his sister and nephew that no one knows about but him.  My husband and I really enjoyed this movie and I think you will too.

BONUS FEATURES:


Blu-ray Combo Pack:

·       Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Actors Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks

·       Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Actress Michelle Pfeiffer

·       Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Writers Roberto Orci and Jody Lambert

·       Number One with a Bullet: The Story Behind “People Like Us”

·       Taco Talk: Extended Henry’s Taco Scene

·       Deleted Scenes

·       Bloopers

DVD:

·       Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Actors Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks

·       Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Actress Michelle Pfeiffer

Digital

·       Number One with a Bullet: The Story Behind “People Like Us”

·       Taco Talk: Extended Henry’s Taco Scene

·       Deleted Scenes

·       Bloopers

DreamWorks is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One luck blog reader will win People Like Us  Blu-Ray & DVD Combo Pack.  Thank you DreamWorks for the review copy and for sponsoring this entertaining giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.
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October 8, 2012 · 12:02 am

“The Chicken Problem” by Jennifer Oxley and Billy Aronson Review & Giveaway!!!

I don’t know who is more excited to get children’s review books in the mail; me or the kids.  We just can’t wait to all sit together and read it and as much as I love my Kindle app on my iPad I still love to read a “real” book to my children.  We recently received The Chicken Problem and we read it through 2 times right in a row it was so good.  It is about a little girl named Peg who likes to solve problems and she also loves pie.  One day her Cat and a pig from the farm set out to have a pie picnic in the sun.  Everything was perfect; Peg had a piece of pie just her size, Cat had a piece of pie just his size and Pig had a piece of pie just his size.   There was just one problem there was a little piece of pie that had no one next to Cat.  Peg didn’t like that so Cat went and brought back a tiny little chick from the chicken coop to have a piece of pie with them.  Everything would have been perfect but Cat left the door to the chicken coop open and now there were 100 chickens dancing, doing flips, doing the chicken dance and just making Peg freak out.  So Cat comes to the rescue again and finds the perfect way to get them all back and for them to finally have their pie picnic with just one tiny chick.  If you are looking for a great book to share with your little ones, The Chicken Problem by Jennifer Oxley and Bily Aronson will not disappoint.

Synopsis:

 Full of humor, refreshingly original characters, and math problems that young readers will be clamoring to help solve, The Chicken Problem is an ideal addition to the home or classroom. Left-brained Peg and her right-brained pal, Cat, are enjoying a picnic on the farm with Pig. However, when someone leaves the chicken coop open and the chicks run-a-muck, it’s up to Peg and Cat to use their math skills to help solve their poultry predicament.
About the Authors:

BILLY ARONSON’S plays have been produced frequently by Ensemble Studio Theatre and published in five volumes of Best American Short Plays. His writing for the musical theater includes the original concept and additional lyrics for Rent, and the book for the Theatreworks USA musical Click Clack Moo. His TV writing includes scripts for MTV’sBeavis & Butt-head, Cartoon Network’s Courage the Cowardly Dog, Sesame Workshop’s Bert and Ernie’s Great Adventures, and Nickelodeon’s The Wonder Pets!, for which he was head writer and won an Emmy Award. He is presently working with artist Jennifer Oxley to turn Peg and Cat into a television show. Billy lives in Brooklyn with his wife Lisa Vogel and their offspring, Jake and Anna.

JENNIFER OXLEY was born in Hollywood, California, and made her first film at the age of seven. She’s the recipient of an Emmy Award for her role as director on Nick Jr.’s Little Bill. Most recently she created the look and animation style for the award-winning television series The Wonder Pets! Jennifer has directed over 15 short films that have been screened at festivals around the world. Her most recent film, The Music Box was just acquired by the Museum of Modern Art for their permanent children’s film collection. Jennifer lives and works in New York City as an independent filmmaker and artist. She’s currently creating a television series with writer Billy Aronson for PBS Kids.

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October 7, 2012 · 7:46 pm

Hoover Max Extract® 60 Pressure Pro™ Carpet Deep Cleaner Review!!!

As we get closer to the Holidays you will probably be getting your house in order and ready for family and friends to gather.  If you have any carpet or area rugs it is likely they will need a cleaning before you entertain.  I want to share a product that I think will help you with that.

I was selected to participate in the Hoover eCommerce program sponsored by Mom Central.  We received a Hoover MaxExtract 60 carpet cleaner.  We already have and love our Hoover All Terrain MaxExtract so we knew we were in for another great product.  The unit is easy to set up and run right out of the box.  I don’t use chemical cleaners, so I like that my Hoovers have a compartment where I can mix my own cleaning solution.  I use 1 cap of Sol-U-Mel and 2 caps of Tough & Tender and it works so well and does not leave that smell for weeks that other carpet shampoos do.

I do wish that it had the spin scrub attachment my All Terrain does but I believe you can buy it and I think I can just attach the one form the All Terrain on this machine when I need the spin brush feature.  There is an upholstery car/stair attachment but it does not have the spin brush.  It still works well and the first time I used the attachment was to clean something my five-year old spilled on his new white pillow top mattress.  It worked like a charm and left the mattress like new.  It works well on carpet and is easy to fill and empty the separate clean and dirty water containers.  If you are looking for an affordable carpet cleaner that will let you clean carpet, upholstery, stairs, your car carpet and more, then take a look at the Hoover MaxExtract 60.

 

This MaxExtract® deep cleaner is designed to thoroughly clean carpets and rugs.  This easy-to-use machine removes water, dirt and grime with pressurized cleaning, and has heated drying for a fast dry time. Features a double chamber nozzle to power wash surfaces with even suction across a wide path, while the automatic detergent system provides the right ratio of detergent and water for the best cleaning results. Patented Hoover® SpinScrub® brushes gently loosen dirt and clean all sides of carpet and upholstery fibers, with an adjustable speed control for various floor surfaces, including a Spill Pick-Up mode so you don’t scrub in spills.

 

Features:

  • MaxExtract® DualV® Nozzle Technology – we’re pulling up a lot of dirty water so your floors dry fast and you’ll be back to living on those deep-cleaned floors quickly.
  • Pressurized Edge-to-Edge Cleaning – a wall of pressurized water that loosens and lifts stubborn stains with constant and relentless spray.
  • SpinScrub® 60 – counter-rotating brushes engineered to surround carpet fibers, removing dirt at every angle. It’s like treating your carpet to a deep, massaging salon shampoo.
  • Heated Cleaning – powerful motor with forced heated air to help speed dry time.
  • Auto Conversion Tools – conveniently positioned where they should be – right at your fingertips.
  • SmartTanks™ System – separate tanks for clean and dirty water, so you can easily fill, empty and rinse each tank individually!

Includes:

  • 16 oz Bottle of 2X CleanPlus™ Carpet Cleaner & Deodorizer
  • 9′ Clear Active Hose
  • Upholstery Tool

 

 


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October 6, 2012 · 10:30 pm

Elizabeth Mitchell, “Blue Clouds” Traditional Folk and Classic Rock For Kids CD Review & Giveaway!!!

Smithsonian Folkways Will Release Elizabeth Mitchell’s 

Blue Clouds

Traditional Folk and Classic Rock… for Kids

Available October 23rd

Washington, DC, fall 2012 – Over the course of six beautiful albums in nearly 15 years, Elizabeth Mitchell has invited listeners to join her, husband Daniel Littleton, their daughter Storey, and other friends and relatives to become part of an extended musical family. On Blue Clouds (out October 23), she raises her special kind of family-centric music to new heights by bringing clarity and beauty to a surprising range of songs. Breathing contemporary heart into traditional folk songs, and transforming classic rock songs by David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, Van Morrison, and others into folk songs, Mitchell continues to grow that family of listeners with each album and concert. And while the family has grown, with well over 100,000 of her records bringing comfort and joy, Blue Clouds still makes Mitchell’s audience feel like they are part of a small picnic jam session.

The recordings on Blue Clouds are illuminated by elegant and simple arrangements, with acoustic guitars, harmoniums, banjos, pianos, fiddles, glockenspiels, and gentle drums and bass creating a soulful atmosphere forMitchell’s clear and loving voice. The songs range from new compositions (“Rollin’ Baby,” “Arm in Arm”) to traditional tunes (“Hop Up, My Ladies,” “Froggie Went a-Courtin’”), to several unexpected covers. Mitchell looks to her childhood memories of 1970s radio on road trips in the family station wagon, and the resulting versions of “Kooks” by David Bowie, “May This Be Love” by Jimi Hendrix, “Blue Sky” by The Allman Brothers Band, “Everyone” by Van Morrison, and “I Wish You Well” by Bill Withers display Mitchell’s care in presenting popular material in a family music context.

On an album full of moving performances, perhaps the most beautiful is “Circle of the Sun,” recorded in honor of Storey’s cousin, Destry, who tragically died at just four years old. “Blue Clouds,” the title track, was written by Daniel Littleton as a lullaby for Storey when she was only three and is a fitting way to close this loving collection.

Mitchell is also a founding member of the veteran indie rock band Ida and is one of Smithsonian Folkways’ best-selling artists alongside Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and Ella Jenkins. Her previous Smithsonian Folkways releases are Little Seed: Songs for Children by Woody Guthrie (2012), Sunny Day(2010), and You Are My Little Bird (2006). Starting with the album You Are My Flower, recorded in 1998 in a single afternoon as a gift for friends and family, Mitchell has developed into an accomplished artist with a devoted fan base and critical acclaim.

Mommy Ramblings Thoughts:

I was thrilled to review this CD.  My kids are a little different than most being children; with a guitarist father who is passionate about Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, The Allman Brothers and more, they are the few kids that go to preschool singing Foxy Lady, Me and Baby Brother, and Smoke on the Water.  Beyond that we are a very musical family and they are constantly gathered around my husband as he plays the guitar every day.  I was anxious to hear how Elizabeth Mitchell arranged the Hendrix, Bowie and Allman Brother’s songs.  I was very pleased as was my husband with the whole CD and the kids liked it to.  I really liked the Arm in Arm track which is an octopus love song that is too cute with kids vocals that make it endearing.  Kooks is rather funny and this Bowie song is arranged very nicely. Hendrix’s May This Be Love is absolutely marvelous and The Allman Brother’s Blue Sky is arranged perfectly for kids.  You will not be disappointed in this CD.  You can listen to 3 Tracks HERE.

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