Monday, November 30, 2009
Kids Say the Strangest Things
My daughter Gabrielle is nine and she likes to think she's pretty smart. Today we were both talking about how we caught her brother's cold. I finally said that everyone in the house had it except for my husband Timmie, her stepfather. She replied, "Wow, Timmie has a great colon." I think she meant immune system. I laughed so hard I almost went into labor. LOL Gotta love kids.
Prizes for 11/30/09
$500 In Gift Certificates from F-Secure & Mom Start!
$50 Walmart GC from Clorox & Mom Start!
Check out this great giveaway going on at Mom Smart. You can win a $50 Walmart GC!
http://momstart.com/2009/11/i-use-so-many-clorox-wipes-it-drives-my-husband-crazy-simple-and-surprising-giveaway/
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Baby Bonanza! Beibi Shoes Review & Giveaway
The first thing I noticed was that the box the shoes came in has a note to recycle it. Any company that is eco friendly is top on my list, so this was a great way to start off the review. I was even more impressed when I removed the shoes from the box. These shoes are extremely well made. The rubber soles are thick and sturdy and you can tell that they will probably last longer than your baby will fit in them. The soles even come up to the tip of the toes to prevent wear and tear and scuffing. I also love that the buckles are REAL buckles--not the Velcro that is all I seem to be able to find anywhere else. These shoes may be a little more expensive than what you'll find on a store shelf but they're going to be worth it because they will outlast the cheaper brands. But the real test is whether or not the shoes will stay on the babies feet. I have two older children and I lost more than one pair of shoes while at the park or grocery store because little feet have a tendency to kick them off. My own little one won't be here for a few more months, but a friend of mine stopped by with her three month old today and we tried the shoes on her and took her out for a walk. She kicked her little feet quite a bit, but the shoes stayed firmly in place.
The Beibi line of shoes are available online at http://wesqueak.net/ I encourage everyone to check out this website. These shoes will make great stocking stuffers for babies or wonderful gifts for a baby shower.Audiovox & RCA Holiday Review & Giveaway at The Mommy Files
Friday, November 27, 2009
Freebies and Prizes for 11/25 and 11/27
1) Betty Crocker Prize Pack (Fruit Snacks, Frisbee and yoyo)
2) Sweep Shapes Turkey Cookie Cutter (from my friend at http://www.shopannies.com/ )
3) Lamb Cook Book (Freebie)
4) Three free coupons for a Jimmy Dean Product
5) One Free Coupon for super pretzels and three cents off coupons
6) Two $10 off your purchase of $10 at victoria secret cards (B-day gift, but they sent two)
7) The Guardian Season 1 on DVD
8) 5 $1.00 coupons for organiz horizon products (freebie)
9) Thirst Soundtrack CD
10) $250 is American Express Gift Checks (Part of the dinner prize I posted about earlier-they were a little late of sending them but better late then never)
11) Gone is Sixty Seconds Instant Wrinkle Eraser
Thursday, November 26, 2009
More Great Holiday Giveaways at the Not so Blog
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth
My son has had a mass exodus of his teeth in the last two weeks. He lost four. Two on the top int he front and two on the sides. He looks so funny and he lisps when he talks, but its so cute. I can't believe how grown up he's getting to be.
Sweepstake Wins for 11/24/09
Today I got two big packages from the UPS truck. Both are them were surprise wins that I wasn't expecting.
1) A year supply of Fresh Wave Products (ACV $235)
2) A White Collor Prize Pack which consisted of:
•Portolano Cashmere Scarf
•Links of London Leather Credit Card Case
•Striped Pajama Pants
•Kiehl’s Crème with Silk Groom
•La Maison Du Chocolat Truffles
•Two Cotton Pocket Squares
•Thomas Pink Custom Collar Stays
•Stainless Steel Flask
•4-Piece Manicure Set
•Six-in-One Game Set
•The Modern Gentleman
•Neal’s Little Black Book
•Set of Cufflinks
•White Collar T-Shirt
Sports Authority Wii Event with Jillian Michaels Giveaway at Moody Mamas
My kids will be getting a Wii for Christmas this year. But just because its for them doesn't mean I shouldn't take advantage of it too. Once my baby is born and I'm able to exercise again, I think the Wii will be a great tool to help me loose the baby bulge. Especially the Sports Authority With Jillian Michaels. You can win this game for yourself over at Moody Mamas. Here is the direct link the giveaway:
http://www.moodymamasays.com/giveaways/sports-authority-wii-event-win/
Monday, November 23, 2009
Six Months Down-Two (Or Less) to Go
I'm currenly 28 weeks pregnant. Even though the baby is due on 2/14, with my history of preterm labor my doctor is just hoping to make it to 36 weeks. Since the baby is a girl, there is less chance of it having breathing problems. My son was in the NICU for two weeks when he was born. It was the scariest time of my life and I'm really hoping it won't happen this time around.
My Sweepstakes Wins for 11/23/2009
Annie's Home-One of my Favorite Blogs!
As you can probably tell by my posts, I visit a lot of blogs. But of all of them, I have to say that Annie's Home is one of my favorites. Annie has lots of great giveaways. I've won at least three of them myself, which included a cookie cutter, a pair of baby boots, and a baby bowl in just the last few months. But in addition to the fun giveaways, Annie also gives reliable reviews, great recipes, and fun tip bits on her family life. She's also the first blogger to reach and from cyber space to help me get my own blog of its feet. Head on over to Annies Home now and meet her for yourself. I promise you won't be dissappointed.
http://shopannies.blogspot.com/
And check out some of these great giveaways while you're there.
Pop a Tot Giveaway
http://shopannies.blogspot.com/2009/11/i-had-previously-reviewed-wonderful.html
Stonyfield Giveaway
http://shopannies.blogspot.com/2009/11/stonyfield-yo-baby.html
Halo Sleep Sacks
http://shopannies.blogspot.com/2009/11/halo-sleepsacks.html
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Strider Sports Running Bike Giveaway at The Mommy Files
The Mommy Files has a great giveaway going on for a Strider Bike. Check it out here:
http://www.themommy-files.com/2009/11/strider-sports-running-bike-review-giveaway/
$100 Borders GC at The Dirty Shirt
Mrs. Smith Diaper Bag Giveaway at The Dirty Shirt
Bring It On-Fight to The Finish CD Giveaway
I love giveaways so much, that I am hosting another. This is something from my personal stash and was not donated by a sponser.
For your primary entry, you must follow my blog and leave a comment on this post that you do so. You must also leave your email in your comment so I can reach you.
For additional entries you can:
1) Subscribe to my feed
2) Follow me on twitter @gabbylowe (please leave your username)
3) Tweet this giveaway (please leave the link to the tweet)-this can be done once a day
4) Post this giveaway on your blog (please leave the link where this can be found) 5 Entries
5) Tell me your favorite highschool movie
6) Comment on any of my non-giveaway posts and let me know which one (2 entries per comment)
Additional entries will only count if you have completed the initial entry. Any comments which do not follow these guidelines will be eliminated. Winner will be chosen via a random generator. Once the winner is chosen I will email them and they will have 48 hours to respond with their mailing address for shipment. Giveaway is open to the US only and will end at 12:01 am on 12/10/09. Good luck!
My Sweepstakes Wins for 11/20 & 11/21
I didn't get a chance to post yesterday. The items shown above are what I received in the mail the last two days.
1) 3 Bronson Vases
2) A progresso prize pack which included two spoons, two mugs and a can of soup
3) two x-mas bows
4) A set of two mini toy wranglers
5) Not shown in the picture, but I also received a coupon for a free box of tastycake (I took this with me to the store before I had a chance to take the picture)
Thursday, November 19, 2009
The Catered Dinner I Won from Real Simple Magazine
This past summer I won a great sweepstakes sponsered by Real Simple Magazine and Buitoni. The prize consisted of a chef coming to your home for a catered dinner for ten people, the decorations for the party, and a $250 gift card for drinks. I had a year to choose the dates, and decided on November when my husband would be working a little less and would be able to come. It finally took place this past Tuesday night. The dinner was an amazing experience and I wanted to share it. First off, here are some photos of the decorations, most of which were bought by two nice girls from Real Simple Magazine who came to the house and then picked things they thought would go along with the decor that was already there. They also provided small party favor boxes with chocolates.
The menu was amazing and consisted of the following:
Antipasto: Wild Mushroom Bruschetta
Primo: Angel Hair Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce
Secondo: Pesto-Marinated Roast Lamb with Sauteed Baby Spinach and Baby Carrots
Dolce: Napoleon Cannoli Stacks
My Sweepstakes Wins for 11/19/2009
Giveaways at The Not So Blog
Kleenex Tissues and $50 Visa Gift Card: Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/kleenex-50-visa-gift-card/
Nescafe Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/10/nescafe/
Luliputians Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/liliputians-nyc/
Kikkoman
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/kikkoman/
Oh So Spoiled Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/oh-so-spoiled/
Pipperoos
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/pipperoos/
Aquafresh-Sensodyne
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/aquafresh-sensodyne/
Yo Baby Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/yobaby-meals/
Leapfrog Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/leafrog-tag-reader/
Ice Age DVD Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/ice-age-giveaway/
Maukilo Toys $50 GC Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/maukilo-toys/
Wen Haircare
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/wen-haircare/
Progresso Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/progresso/
Balloon Time Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/put-a-face-on-fun/
Young Scientists Giveaway
http://www.thenotsoblog.com/2009/11/young-scientist-club-2/
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Giveaways at Simply Stacey
Britax Review & Giveaway
http://stacievaughansblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/britax-review-giveaway.html
Marshalls Giveaway
http://stacievaughansblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/marshalls-25-gift-card-giveaway.html
Bright Star Giveaway
http://stacievaughansblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/bright-star-soundtrack-and-book-of.html
Eden Fantasy Giveaway
http://stacievaughansblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/warm-up-for-winter-with-eden-fantasys.html
Glade Giveaway
http://stacievaughansblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/glade-set-scene-review-giveaway.html
Joolwe Giveaway
http://stacievaughansblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/joolwecom-online-jewelry-store-giveaway.html
Affintas Intimates Giveaway
http://stacievaughansblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/affinitas-intimates-giveaway.html
Three Great Giveaways at Moms Take on Things
Giveaway: Birthday Party Bash for the Wii (ends 11/30)
http://www.momstakeonthings.com/?p=5740
Review and Giveaway: Evenflo Generations 65 Booster Seat (ends 11/30)
http://www.momstakeonthings.com/?p=5723
Giveaway: Campbell’s Kids Soup and V8 V-Fusion Juice (ends 11/23)
http://www.momstakeonthings.com/?p=5661
Giveaways at Leslie Loves Veggies
Asher's Chocolates ~ Milk & Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels Ends 12/2
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/ashers-chocolates-fall-mini-pretzels.html
Michael Season's Snacks ~ Prize Package Ends 12/1
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/michael-seasons-snacks-prize-package.html
Ultimate Cloth America Ends 11/25
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/ultimate-cloth-giveaway-2-winners.html
Victorian House Shortbread Cookie Mixes Gift Pack Ends 12/1
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/victorian-house-shortbread-cookie-mixes.html
Bake Me A Wish! Chocolate Mousse Torte Cake Ends 11/30
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/bake-me-wish-chocolate-mousse-torte.html
Hot Lunch Dates Ends 11/30
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/hot-lunch-dates-date-your-mate-giveaway.html
O Yikes Accessory Bag Ends 11/30
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/o-yikes-great-bags-for-active-people.html
Enstrom's World Famous Milk Chocolate Almond Toffee 1lb. box ends 11/25
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/enstroms-world-famous-milk-chocolate.html
Pure Romance Huge Prize Package Ends 11/25
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/pure-romance-huge-prize-package.html
Somersault Snacks Prize Package Ends 11/23
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/somersault-snacks-prize-package.html
Tooth Fairy Pillow Ends 11/23
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/tooth-fairy-pillow-precious-giveaway.html
Simple Green PINK RIBBON Multi-Surface Cleaner Ends 11/21
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/simple-green-pink-ribbon-multi-surface.html
Simply Good Stuff ~ Star Peeler Ends 11/19
http://leslielovesveggies.blogspot.com/2009/11/simply-good-stuff-star-peeler-giveaway.html
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Giveaways at Mudpies and Mary Janes Blog
The Children's Factory 4 Square Pillow Giveaway (ends 11/17)
http://mudpiesandmaryjanes.blogspot.com/2009/11/childrens-factory.html
[me] & goji Giveaway (ends 11/17)
http://mudpiesandmaryjanes.blogspot.com/2009/11/me-goji-giveaway.html
Step2 Pastry Chef Giveaway (ends 11/20)
http://mudpiesandmaryjanes.blogspot.com/2009/11/step2-pastry-chef-holiday-guide.html
Personalized Holiday Placemat Giveaway (ends 11/23)
http://mudpiesandmaryjanes.blogspot.com/2009/11/cute-clips-more-holiday-giveaway.html
$75 Gift Card to Beau-Coup Favors (ends 11/22)
http://mudpiesandmaryjanes.blogspot.com/2009/11/75-beau-coup-gift-card-giveaway.html
Holiday Giveaways at Moody Mamas
Robeez – Holiday Shoes {giveaway}
http://www.moodymamasays.com/giveaways/robeez-holiday-shoes-giveaway/
Sippy Straw Cleaner Giveaway
http://www.moodymamasays.com/giveaways/sippy-straw-cleaner-review-giveaway/
Balloon Time {review & giveaway}
http://www.moodymamasays.com/giveaways/balloon-time-review-giveaway/
Rosa’s Premium Fudge {giveaway}
http://www.moodymamasays.com/giveaways/rosas-premium-fudge-giveaway/
Glamma Toys {review & giveaway}
http://www.moodymamasays.com/giveaways/glamma-toys-review-giveaway/
Happy Goats Soap {giveaway}
http://www.moodymamasays.com/giveaways/happygoatssoap/
Raw Minerals Makeup {giveaway}
http://www.moodymamasays.com/giveaways/raw-minerals-makeup-giveaway/
Winner of the Dark Entries Graphic Novel
The winner of my giveaway for the Dark Entries Graphic Novel is #4
birdhousebooks said...
I'm following your blog.
Congrats birdhousebooks. I have sent you am email and you have 48 hours to respond.
Three Great Giveaways at Mom Fuse
Baby Bjorn Carrier
http://momfuse.com/2009/11/babybjorn-organic-active-baby-carrier-review-and-giveaway/
Winters Tail Nintendo DS Giveaway
http://momfuse.com/2009/11/winters-tail-nintendo-ds-game-giveaway/
Wuzzby X-mas DVD
http://momfuse.com/2009/11/wubbzy%e2%80%99s-christmas-adventure-dvd-giveaway/
Monday, November 16, 2009
UPPAbaby 2009 G-Luxe Recline Stroller Review & Giveaway at Kiddies Corner Deals
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Four Great Giveaways at PJ Mommy
1) Movie Moment Giveaway
http://pjmommy.com/?p=6770
2) Food Warriors in Pink & Martha Stewart Giveaway
http://pjmommy.com/?p=6796
3) Mrs. Freshley's Product Giveaway
http://pjmommy.com/?p=6806
4) Nature Made Vitamin Giveaway
http://pjmommy.com/?p=6811
Oreck Halo Giveaway at Eighty MPH Mom
http://www.eightymphmom.com/2009/11/oreck-halo-review-and-giveaway.html
To get one now check out the oreck website here:
http://www.oreck.com/
Two Great Giveaways at Delightful Chaos
Delightful Chaos is currently hosting two awesome giveaways.
Free movie tickets and a free box of cereal from General Mills!
http://www.delightfulchaos.com/2009/11/see-a-free-movie-night/
And a Hoover Cordless Stick Vac
http://www.delightfulchaos.com/2009/11/review-giveaway-hoover-cordless-stick-vac/
Friday, November 13, 2009
Kolcraft Baby Sit n Step Review & Giveaway at Outnumbered 3 to 1
http://outnumbered3-1.blogspot.com/2009/11/holiday-gift-guide-kolcraft-baby-sit-n.html
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Keurig Coffee Brewer Giveaway at Coffee WIth The Mrs
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Britax – Advocate Car Seat Giveaway at Bare Foot Mommies
http://www.barefootmommiesgiftguide.com/?p=350
Check out the Britax website here:
http://www.britaxusa.com/
Tike Tech Review & Giveaway At Bare Foot Mommies
Goose Creek Enterprises Handcrafted Heirloom Rockers Giveaway at The Dirty T-Shirt
These rockers are abosutely beautiful and a great item to pass down from generation to gereration. You can win one for yourself over at The Dirty T-Shirt Blog right here:
http://bit.ly/1e8olR
If you can't wait to win one you can check out the website at goose creek here:
http://www.goosecreekenterprises.com/index.html
Monday, November 2, 2009
Hoover WindTunnel T-Series™ Giveaway and Review and Mommy's Hangout
http://www.mommyshangout.com/2009/10/28/hoover-windtunnel-t-series%e2%84%a2-giveaway-and-review/
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Halloween 2008-Remembering Last Year's Winning Costumes at the Office
That's me on the left! Aren't we sexy!
Halloween 2009
This was the first year that both my kids wanted to go scary instead of cute. It makes me glad that I'm having another baby I can dress up next year.
































