Saturday, November 28, 2009

The Brass Hussy GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!

The Brass Hussy GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!

Peppermint Stick Holiday Frock GROSGRAIN GIVEAWAY!!!!

Peppermint Stick Holiday Frock GROSGRAIN GIVEAWAY!!!!

Monday, November 23, 2009

Tis the Season... Who needs Cookie Cutters? I have Cookie Cutters! Review & Giveaway

Well, I am a sucker for the holiday's.  I love pretty much everything behind the whole spirit of the year.  Well, this year, I wasn't feeling so in the mood for the holidays (so much going on in my personal life it isn't even funny).  Until, I received an email from Chris from Cheap Cookie Cutters.  He asked if I would review a product of his, and has even graciously offered a set to one lucky poster on this blog thread!

So what did I chose?  Well, I chose the Mini Christmas Cookie Cutter Set 4 Piece which came with a tree, stocking, candy cane and an angel.  I was completely surprised when I opened up the package to see how nicely they were packed in place, and what great quality the cookie cutters were made from!




About the Cheap Cookie Cutters business:

Site is new – Less than 4 months old


Owned by Chris Mueller and my girlfriend Karrie Pettit

They ship worldwide

They got in the cookie cutter business because “everyone loves cookie cutters” (this is a fun business), and they are fairly small (storage) and light (shipping). We store everything ourselves, and ship everything ourselves which means several trips to the post office a week.

Their less expensive cutters (under $3) are “average quality”. Not flimsy, but obviously not thick copper either (yes, he even admits that they are average :- )

Their more expensive cutters (over $3) are “higher quality”.

Their less expensive cutter prices are “average” if not on the higher end of pricing compared to other sites out there (WHAT?, did he really just admit his pricing was high? :- ) will explain in a sec)

Their more expensive cutters are typically either very competitively priced, or next to impossible to find anywhere else on the planet.

Their goal is to have the LARGEST selection of cookie cutters available online by the end of 2010. We sell “convenience” more than anything. We take all forms of payment, our site is easy to navigate, and we are responsive to emails.

Although you can probably find a “star” or “heart” cookie cutter for less money on other sites, you will not find a “vintage Mickey Mouse”, “batman”, and “golden retriever” cookie cutter on the same site anywhere else online. Bottom line is that in the past, if you wanted all 3, you had to search for 3 different sites, pay for shipping 3 different times, and enter your credit card information 3 different times, and triple your chances of having at least one of the cutters lost. With our site, you save on shipping, you save on time (searching and entering info) when you order several cutters at once, and you save on risk that one or more would get lost or not arrive in time.




So now for the best part!

Chris has been nice enough to offer an early holiday gift to one of my loyal followers, a set of their own of the Mini Christmas Cookie Cutter Set 4 Piece

How to enter:

1) go over to cheap cookie cutters right now, and tell me one other item that you see on their website that you like the best.

(you must do #1 in order to have extra entries into the contest)

Extra's:

1) become a follower of this blog (+1 extra entry)
2) become a subscriber of this blog (+1 extra entry)
3) follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway (include a link in your reply) (+3 extra entries for initial entry, +1 for each day you tweet afterwards!)
4) blog about this giveaway on your blog or other message board (include a link in your reply (+10 extra entries)
5) have one person say that they were referred to this giveaway by you (they must leave your ID name in their comment) and both you and that person will receive +20 extra entries!

Please include your email address in all comments!
Hurry Contest ends on Sunday December 6th, 2009 @ 11:59 EST.  Winner will be announced on Monday December 7th, 2009!  Winner has 48 hours to respond to email message with their shipping information.  If not received within that time frame, another winner will be chosen from the eligible contest entries.  This is not a paid advertisement for Cheap Cookie Cutters.  The only endorsement that I had received for compensation of writting this review was a review set of cookie cutters in which I hereby get to keep.


Tons of opportunities to win this wonderful set of cookie cutters, and just in time for the holidays!

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Helping Indy Mom's For Christmas

Any IndyMom/MLM member who goes to Tom Wood VW on November 28th (Saturday), and test drives a car will help this cause!!The general manager will contribute $25 per test drive, up to $2500. No big pressure. He likes the idea of this, and a lot of guys and gals there are adopting families.


The address is 4610B E 96th St, Indianapolis IN. You must tell them you are an Indy Mom. All of the guys have been really supportive of this, from managemen,t to service, to sales, to administrative.

Come out and make this a special Christmas for a bunch of Indy MOMS!  All the money goes to buying Christmas for a bunch of families who otherwise would not have a christmas!

To read more click here

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Just have to give a shout out to myself...

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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Looking to make some extra monty for the holidays?

Then here is the best way to do it!  (and guarunteed to work too!)  Also a great way to find that bargain for the collector in the family as well!

Love garage sales? We're building the world's largest ONLINE garage sale!


* Snatch bargains for pennies on the dollar

* New items added hourly

* Collectibles and hard-to-find items

* Gadgets and gear available nowhere else

* Crazy-priced closeouts

* Sell your own unwanted stuff too for quick cash!

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GET PAID TO DRIVE YOUR CAR, wear T-shirts, and more! Earn money effortlessly while you go about your day! It’s fun, easy, and no experience is necessary!


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LuShae Jewelry Review

I was recently asked if I wouldn't mind doing a review for LuShae Jewelry, and well, I took them up on their offer!  LuShae was kind enough to send a sample piece of their wonderful jewelry as compensation for this review!

I was sent the CZ Lace Promise Ring.  Let me just tell you that these photos don't do the ring justice what so ever!  The ring is much more stunning in person and on the hand than what it is in the pictures.





The ring itself is absolutely stunning.  I am kind of a simple girl which is why I chose this ring as the compensation piece.  Its not fancy yet, it makes you feel fancy just by wearing it.  The simple details of the crossover of the two vines is simply remarkable.  The stones are set in perfection to really harmonize and bring out the rings luster and add that touch of elegance to the ring itself. 

The best thing that I love about this ring is that I can pair it with any outfit (dress it up or dress it down), it goes well with any other item of jewelry that I have, and most of all it is a perfect right hand ring!

The other thing that is really neat, is that this is also a promise ring.  So this would make a perfect gift to your daughter or granddaught to have them wear to promise to abstain from having sex until they are married.  It would also make a great gift from a partner who wants to make you that promise that one day the two of you would become united as a couple.  This would also make a great gift to a mother for a special day such as a birthday or other holiday to say "mom, I promise that I will live up to the values that you have raised me with".

The last best thing that I can think of about this wonderful ring is that it cost a lot less than what you would find at your local jewelry stores, plus you don't have to pay shipping and handling!

There are plenty of other designs that you can find for the promise rings on LuShae's Website.  Plus they also carry other jewelry such as earrings and necklaces as well.

Oh, did I mention that LuShae also does a monthly giveaway for a piece of their jewelry?  So what are you waiting for....  Head on over and get your entry in today for their contest, who knows, you might just be a lucky winner for a wonderfully made piece of jewelry yourself!

LuShae Jewelry:  What are you waiting for?

Saturday, October 17, 2009

My New Store

Come join me at my new store!  Offering tons of great deals for the upcoming holiday season and more!

Friday, October 16, 2009

Surviving Mesothelioma

Do you or someone you know suffer from mesothelioma?  Or do you know someone who is a survivor of this very powerful disease?

Well, then you might want to check out this great resource that is right there at your fingertips (or share this with those that you know that might be a sufferer or survivor).

Did you know that there are different types of mesothelioma?  I didn't until I was doing a little research on the web.  Pleural mesothelioma or peritoneal mesothelioma, both of which have doctors baffled at how much the immune system has to do with how long the patient has to survive.

What are the risk factors for mesothelioma? Working with asbestos is the major risk factor for mesothelioma. A history of asbestos exposure at work is reported in the majority of cases. However, mesothelioma has been reported in some individuals without any known exposure to asbestos. Click here to learn more about asbestos


Who is at increased risk for developing mesothelioma? Since the early 1940s, millions of American workers have been exposed to asbestos dust. An increased risk of developing mesothelioma was originally found among shipyard workers, people who work in asbestos mines and mills, producers of asbestos products, workers in the heating and construction industries, and other trades people. Today, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets limits for acceptable levels of asbestos exposure in the workplace. People who work with asbestos wear personal protective equipment to lower their risk of exposure.

There is evidence that family members and others living with asbestos workers have an increased risk of developing mesothelioma, and possibly other asbestos-related diseases. This risk may be the result of exposure to asbestos dust brought home on the clothing and hair of asbestos workers.

What are the symptoms of mesothelioma? Symptoms of mesothelioma may not appear until 30 to 50 years after exposure to asbestos. Shortness of breath and pain in the chest due to an accumulation of fluid in the pleura are often symptoms of pleural mesothelioma. Symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma include weight loss and abdominal pain and swelling due to a buildup of fluid in the abdomen. Other symptoms of peritoneal mesothelioma may include bowel obstruction, blood clotting abnormalities, anemia, and fever. If the cancer has spread beyond the mesothelium to other parts of the body, symptoms may include pain, trouble swallowing, or swelling of the neck or face.

So, now that I have your interests sparked, why don't you take a look at this website for more details for yourself so that way you and anyone you know can find the proper resources available out there for them to include testing, diagnosis, lawyers and much much more.

Television....

So, what type of cable system do you use?  Well, for me, I don't like cable, too much hassle and the customer service of our local cable company stinks to put it nicely!  So, what is left to chose from:  Converter box (which could break down in a few months), no television or sataelitte.  But who do you chose if you go with satelitte?  Dish Network or Direct TV?

So, what do I use?  Well, I prefer the comfort of satelitte television.  Well, we all know there are two leading brands that market satelitte television and well, my recommendation is to go with Direct TV!

Not only are they reliable and have the best customer service in my book, but they also offer some of the best packaging deals that I have ever seen before!

So, with today's day and age of where we can no longer use rabbit ears to watch our favorite programs on television, why spend money on a converter box that might burn out in a few months to a year when you could get a great package deal for high quality programs for a very reasonable rate!  So head on over to Direct TV's website today and check out their packaging deals of some wonderful television packages today!

Students that need that little extra help with school... Free Math Help!

Well, as a parent, I know that the value of education is very important to stay competitive in today's world.  That is why I seek out new and improved ways of trying to help my daughter the best way I know possible.

I have found that in today's society there are so many resources around but the lack of time to actually check them out.  So here I will make it quite easy for you to get the help that you need.

Looking for help solving math problems click here
Looking for help with algebra click here
Looking for help with general math click here
And for those college students looking for help with their math, there is a help section for that simply by clicking here

I know that my daughter struggles with her math skills, why?  Because today classes are jammed with children and teachers don't have the time to spend one on one teaching them the skills that they need to have to master the programs.  That is why I am helping you today by giving you that resource that is needed for free math help!  As parents we have to step in and take charge of our childs education and pick up where the teacher left off or failed to teach because of the overwhelming class size.

I hope that these resources help you as much as they have help me and my daughter!

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Shopping... Where do you even start at when shopping online?

If you are like me, the holiday season is my least favorite liked season.  I simply cannot stand the hustle and the bustle of busy stores with rude people pushing and probbing just to grab the last item off of the shelves before you can even get a glimpse at what was there.  Online shopping can be just as difficult, especially if you don't know where to look.

So, I have found a great resource tool for shopping, and you know what???  This is a one stop shop that offers over 30,000 retailers instead of the usual 1,000 that is listed.  Why?  Because they do not show you what the traditional sites will show you by only giving you the top paid sponsor sites, instead every company has the equal representation.

Which is great for me, because I truly love and appreciate the little ma and pa stores that get ran over so frequently by these mass merchandisers out there.

So if you are lookig for something for that football lover, then this would be the perfect store for you (here), or do you know a video game nut, then this is the perfect spot for you (here), there are so many other things out there that you can shop for, what are you waiting for...  Head on over and check out the deals that I have found today, all from shopping from the comfort of my home!

Myrtle Beach... Thinking of a Place that has some warmth!

Well, with the winter fast approaching and the temperatures here in Indianapolis dropping, I can't help to think of a warmer area to be in.

So, with a little bit of research on my part I have found a great resource for planning the perfect trip to Myrtle Beach.  Here you can find great attractions in Myrtle Beach, accomodations, hotels and so much more.

I know that many years ago I lived in Cherry Point North Carolina, and a group of Marines and I used to make our way down to Myrtle Beach at least once a month for some well deserved rest and relaxation.  The beaches were always clean and there was always something to do whether you were young, or young at heart.

So, I know that with winter fast approaching there are probably others out there like me that would like to get away from the snow and the cold, so I hope that this wonderful website can help you out in planning that perfect getaway to Myrtle Beach!

A Little Peeved Today!!!!

Sorry everyone, today will be a quiet day for me on the blog.  I have to get over being angry right now and I cannot do it while talking to you all on the blog!

I am really angry that over 3 months ago I won a prize on a blog, and well, after a good 20 emails asking the status of the prize, I keep getting the run around saying that they don't have the money to ship them out and to be patient.  I am tired of being patient, I understand a couple of weeks, but not 3 months. 

So, here is an ediquette tip for all the bloggers out there:

If you are going to host a giveaway and plan to ship the item out yourself, make sure that you have the funds to ship the item out.  If you cannot afford to ship the item out 2 days after the giveaway ends, then don't host a giveaway for it until you can.  If you are working with a sponsor and they are going to ship the item out to the winner, make sure that you and that sponsor both agree on the terms of how soon after the giveaway ends that the item will be shipped.  And whatever you do, keep in contact with the person that won off the blog!

Sorry for ranting, I just find that its so rude to have to get excuses 3 months down the road for why a prize hasn't arrived.  It doesn't look good for you or your blog!

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Jewelry: Contest

How many of you love jewelry as much as I do?  I would say that 8 out of 10 women love jewelry and own at least one piece of jewelry.

What is better than jewelry?  How about getting it for free!  Yes, I said Free! 

So, what is stopping you from heading on over to LuShae Jeweler's Website and getting yourself entered into a wonderful contest?  Pretty much nothing right? 

So, head over there today and get your entry in for this months contest!!!!!!



It's pretty simple, and if you are a blog owner and you put up your own button supporting them, each month that you display their button on your blog, guess what???  You earn an entry into the current months drawing.  But note, the button must remain up on your blog the entrire month.

(Watch my blog in the coming future for a review of their products)

**DISCLAIMER**
I have not been compensated monetarily in any way to post this on my blog.  An item for the bloggers review was granted in terms of promotion of said company on bloggers website.  This blogger is not responsible for any claims that are made on the companies website nor any product or company complaints in response to the purchase (if made) from reading this review.

Viral Video Of The Day...Wednesday October 14, 2009

Just thought that this was funny!

Wordless Wednesday: Got Banana?

With Halloween fastly approaching, I thought I would share what I thought had to have been the best and cutest costume that my daughter has ever worn!  She's a banana holding her monkey dressed as a mummy (from build a bear).


Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Army Of Women Contest

Help me to win a wonderful new pink vespa!  (just like the ones that you see strolling down the streets of Rome).

All you have to do is go and sign up to be a member of the Army of Women.

Here is the information that I have received on the contest:

The Army of Women wants YOU to hit the streets, PINK VESPA style. We are partnering with Vespa and Lifetime Networks this October to give away a limited edition pink Vespa LX 50 to the Army of Women member who recruits the most women in the month of October and November. The top five recruiters will be entered into a drawing to win the pink Vespa.







The limited edition pink Vespa LX 50 is the perfect blend of passion and practicality. For over 60 years, Vespa has been an international icon of Italian function and style. Audrey Hepburn showed us how fun they are to ride in Roman Holiday. Today, they are even more stylish as an alternative mode of transportation. Vespa scooters reduce pollution, traffic congestion and gas consumption…plus they get up to 100 MPG. Fun and easy to ride, automatic just twist n’ go.






This is your opportunity to get in the driver’s seat, steer us towards our one million women strong goal, and scoot away in a very cool pink Vespa. Here are the details:






The contest will be open from October 13, 2009-November 23, 2009. During this period, recruit as many women as you can to sign up and be part of the Army of Women. This is your chance to be creative! Host an event right from your own home, use your resources to host an awareness/recruitment event in your community, or simply sign women up by word of mouth. (Please note: The recruitment numbers that will count towards the contest will be tallied ONLY FROM OCT 13-NOV 23. So, even if you already recruited 25 friends back in June, unfortunately, we are unable to make that count. We appreciate and always encourage our Army of Women to spread the word, but due to contest guidelines, we must abide by the time restrictions). We will tally up the numbers from November 23- November 30 and a winner will be picked on November 30 at a live results drawing!





When you direct people to the armyofwomen.org to sign up, make sure they pick from the referral field "Vespa Contest". They then must enter your email address in the corresponding field. This is the only way for us to keep track of how many women you are recruiting.





The winner will be asked to use the pink Vespa to promote the Army of Women and chronicle their personal journey to recruit women for the Army of Women through an online blog on www.armyofwomen.org as they raise awareness for the cause.



So help me today win this wonderful Vespa for my daughter who has been a victim/survivor of sexual molestation!

It's easy just go to The Army Of Women's Website click at the top "Join The Army", Select the referral as "Vespa Contest" and then enter my email address into the box that appears navybrat76@yahoo.com

It's easy to do!  And I am going to have some fun out of this, if you help me by reposting this on your blog, come back here and leave me a comment and I will enter your comment into a random drawing for taking the time to repost and to spread this word!

Thanks!

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Viral Video Of The Day...Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Before you watch this video of the day grab a box of tissues!



Remember if you would like to help to put a stop and to be a comfort to those who have been abused, please remember donations are welcome from now until November 30th, 2009 via my support link!

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

It's A Silly Kid Photo Contest


(it's hard to believe that she was that tall at 10 y/o and now she is 5 ft 2 in)

It's A Silly Kid Photo Contest Hosted By 5 Minutes For Mom!

Hurry Get Your Entries In For A Silly Kid Photo Contest Today!


(she just had to be a scarecrow for a day!)

It's A Silly Kid Photo Contest Hosted By 5 Minutes For Mom!

Hurry Get Your Entries In For A Silly Kid Photo Contest Today!



(notice my daughter picked the piggy to stick her head through!)

It's A Silly Kid Photo Contest Hosted By 5 Minutes For Mom!

Hurry Get Your Entries In For A Silly Kid Photo Contest Today!


It's A Shame That Kids Can't Stay Young Like This Forever!

My Very First Photo At The Top Is What I Am Entering Into The Contest!  (I just had to share the rest so you could get a feel for the atmosphere of where she was at when it was taken! LOL)

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