Welcome new blog followers
I have a ton of great giveaways going on
- A 12 Foot Above Ground Portable Pool Retail $529 HERE
-A Guide Craft $220 Art Table HERE
- A Jumpolene Bounce House HERE
Along with many others and some that are ending tonight. You can find all my current giveaways on the right side bar listed under current giveaways. Please take a minute and enter. Someone has to win!
Thanks for stopping in to see my blog and following me
Friday, April 30, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Novica Review
Have you seen Novica? Novica is associated with National Geographic is a fair trade artisan website. Novica sells beautiful handmade jewelery and unique gifts from artisans around the world.
I was given a gift certificate and chose a pair of beautiful cluster earrings
They came packaged in a beautiful box and were just so pretty. They are so classy and will be great for a special occasion in the future. Nothing beats beautiful handmade jewelery.
Check outNovica for great gifts for all occasions. You won't be disappointed and will be supporting some great artisans.
I was given a gift certificate and chose a pair of beautiful cluster earrings
They came packaged in a beautiful box and were just so pretty. They are so classy and will be great for a special occasion in the future. Nothing beats beautiful handmade jewelery.
Check outNovica for great gifts for all occasions. You won't be disappointed and will be supporting some great artisans.
PORTABLE 12 foot POOL REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY
I have to tell you about this great company SUN ENTERPRISES. They sell above ground pools, inground pools, portable pools, pool accessories , spas and spa accessories. They are the largest single above ground pool company in the United States.
Have you been thinking about getting a pool this summer? I think it's a must have for summer especially if you have kids. Growing up some of my favorite memories were swimming with my cousins in their pool.
SUN ENTERPRISES has some great deals right now on their above ground pool packages. They have free shipping, price match guarantee and 100 percent financing.
Check out their Above Ground Pool Packages HERE.
You can have an above ground pool package for as little as zero down and as low as 23.80 a month. That's skipping going out to eat once a month to have your backyard look like this. So worth it.
Want to order an above ground pool package just mention "laurasblog" when you order or put it in the sales rep field on the cart if you order online and receive $100 dollars off your package through May 31st.
Because we are moving I was sent an intex 12' portable pool to review. It arrived in less than a week. It was so easy to set up and we are so excited to use it this summer. Now my son will have memories swimming in his pool with his friends and cousins just like I do.
BUY IT
BUY ANY ABOVE GROUND POOL PACKAGE and SAVE $100... mention "laurasblog" when you order or put it in the sales rep field on the cart if you order online and receive $100 dollars off your package through May 31st.
Win It
SUN ENTERPRISES has offered one of my readers a chance to win the same portable 12 foot pool I received.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit HERE and tell me which above ground pool package you would buy for your family. **You must be specific brand name, size and why its the best fit for your family** . please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Buy an above ground pool package from Sun Enterprises HERE (15 entries)
2. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
3. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (5 entries)
5. Follow me on twitter HERE (2 entries)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/23/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
Have you been thinking about getting a pool this summer? I think it's a must have for summer especially if you have kids. Growing up some of my favorite memories were swimming with my cousins in their pool.
SUN ENTERPRISES has some great deals right now on their above ground pool packages. They have free shipping, price match guarantee and 100 percent financing.
Check out their Above Ground Pool Packages HERE.
You can have an above ground pool package for as little as zero down and as low as 23.80 a month. That's skipping going out to eat once a month to have your backyard look like this. So worth it.
Want to order an above ground pool package just mention "laurasblog" when you order or put it in the sales rep field on the cart if you order online and receive $100 dollars off your package through May 31st.
Because we are moving I was sent an intex 12' portable pool to review. It arrived in less than a week. It was so easy to set up and we are so excited to use it this summer. Now my son will have memories swimming in his pool with his friends and cousins just like I do.
BUY IT
BUY ANY ABOVE GROUND POOL PACKAGE and SAVE $100... mention "laurasblog" when you order or put it in the sales rep field on the cart if you order online and receive $100 dollars off your package through May 31st.
Win It
SUN ENTERPRISES has offered one of my readers a chance to win the same portable 12 foot pool I received.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit HERE and tell me which above ground pool package you would buy for your family. **You must be specific brand name, size and why its the best fit for your family** . please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Buy an above ground pool package from Sun Enterprises HERE (15 entries)
2. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
3. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (5 entries)
5. Follow me on twitter HERE (2 entries)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/23/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
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Wednesday, April 28, 2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHANE and A WEEK of HUGE GIVEAWAYS
Today is Shane's 2nd Birthday. He was born Via C-section at 10:30 am. He was 7pounds 7oz and 21 inches long. Now he is almost 30lbs and he hasn't been to his 2 year visit yet but I believe he is 34 inches.
Phil and I are truly thankful for such a wonderful child. He has an amazing personality. He is funny and smart. He is our world.
Sunday was his Birthday Party here are a few Pictures.
*note the intent was to blur his face and focus in on the cake*
To celebrate his birthday with all of you I have 3 huge Giveaways going on this week.
1. Jumpolene Bounce House
2. Guidecraft Art table
3. Above ground 12 foot Portable Pool (this will be up on Friday so come back and visit you wont want to miss it)
Check out all my current giveaways on my sidebar!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHANE!
Phil and I are truly thankful for such a wonderful child. He has an amazing personality. He is funny and smart. He is our world.
Sunday was his Birthday Party here are a few Pictures.
*note the intent was to blur his face and focus in on the cake*
To celebrate his birthday with all of you I have 3 huge Giveaways going on this week.
1. Jumpolene Bounce House
2. Guidecraft Art table
3. Above ground 12 foot Portable Pool (this will be up on Friday so come back and visit you wont want to miss it)
Check out all my current giveaways on my sidebar!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHANE!
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
GUIDECRAFT ART TABLE REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY
When I was younger all of my furniture and toys were made with quality. They were not plastic, ground up wood glued together junk which many toys and furniture are today. In fact the few things that were kept from my childhood Shane still plays with. It's hard to find good quality furniture and toys that will last years with out breaking the bank.
One Word Guidecraft. This company is amazing. They carry the coolest furniture and toys, all of which are solid. They are made to last. My son loves to draw, color and paint. I can't tell you how excited I was when I was given the opportunity from Guidecraft to review the Creation Station Center.
It came to our door packaged one box inside the other for extra protection. All the pieces were numbered so that they were easy to find and match to the directions. The directions had pictures and made assembly easy. Due to the amount of pieces it did take some time to assemble and an extra set of hands but that is to be expected when assembling anything.
I love this table it is large so anything can fit on it easily. It has storage in the back including a drawer and shelving.
The stools are the perfect size for my two year old to be able to get onto but leave plenty of room so that they will still work when he is older.
Buy it
It can be purchased on Guidecraft's website for $220
Win It
Guidecraft has generously offered one of my readers a chance to win the same table.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Guidecraft and tell me another product you would love to have. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
***Note if you already made a blog post on my previous post for extra entries please leave 5 comments saying extra entry 1, extra entry 2 * I will be checking *
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Fan Guidecraft on Facebook (HERE) and comment on their wall saying " I'm a reader of The Ethertons (ethertonphotography.blogspot.com) " (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on twitter Here (2 entries)
6. Follow Guidecraft on Twitter Here (2 entries)
7. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
8. Follow Guidecrafts Blog Here (2 entries)
9. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/31/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
One Word Guidecraft. This company is amazing. They carry the coolest furniture and toys, all of which are solid. They are made to last. My son loves to draw, color and paint. I can't tell you how excited I was when I was given the opportunity from Guidecraft to review the Creation Station Center.
It came to our door packaged one box inside the other for extra protection. All the pieces were numbered so that they were easy to find and match to the directions. The directions had pictures and made assembly easy. Due to the amount of pieces it did take some time to assemble and an extra set of hands but that is to be expected when assembling anything.
I love this table it is large so anything can fit on it easily. It has storage in the back including a drawer and shelving.
The stools are the perfect size for my two year old to be able to get onto but leave plenty of room so that they will still work when he is older.
Buy it
It can be purchased on Guidecraft's website for $220
Win It
Guidecraft has generously offered one of my readers a chance to win the same table.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Guidecraft and tell me another product you would love to have. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
***Note if you already made a blog post on my previous post for extra entries please leave 5 comments saying extra entry 1, extra entry 2 * I will be checking *
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Fan Guidecraft on Facebook (HERE) and comment on their wall saying " I'm a reader of The Ethertons (ethertonphotography.blogspot.com) " (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on twitter Here (2 entries)
6. Follow Guidecraft on Twitter Here (2 entries)
7. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
8. Follow Guidecrafts Blog Here (2 entries)
9. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/31/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
Monday, April 26, 2010
Hayneedle Jumpolene Bounce House Review and Giveaway
Hayneedle has 200+ specialty stores including Furniture, Home Accessories and baby and Kids.
They carry so many things in their stores that you don't need to shop anywhere else.
I Visited the baby and Kids store looking for something to get my son for his second Birthday Party and found this great Jumpoline Bounce House.
I was so excited to be given this bounce house to review and use for my sons 2nd birthday Party. The Jumpolene was the hit of the party. It was easy to set up. We used a bike manual pump, I would recommend an electric pump as it did take a lot of pumping. All you do is unroll it and fill the bottom section with air. Then you fill the top with air and it's ready to go. It can fit 3 kids with space and holds up to 120lbs.
Being filled up and my son and his friend jumping in it!
My son just loves it. He has spent over half the day jumping in it today.
I want to thank Hayneedle for letting me review this jumpolene.
Buy It
Visit Hayneedle.
Win It
Hayneedle has kindly offered to give one of my readers a chance to win a Jumpolene Bounce House just Like the one I reviewed.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Hayneedle and tell me your favorite playtime product. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Fan Hayneedle on Facebook HERE and comment on their wall saying " I'm a reader of The Ethertons(ethertonphotography.blogspot.com)" (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on twitter HERE (2 entries)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ AubutFamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/28/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
They carry so many things in their stores that you don't need to shop anywhere else.
I Visited the baby and Kids store looking for something to get my son for his second Birthday Party and found this great Jumpoline Bounce House.
I was so excited to be given this bounce house to review and use for my sons 2nd birthday Party. The Jumpolene was the hit of the party. It was easy to set up. We used a bike manual pump, I would recommend an electric pump as it did take a lot of pumping. All you do is unroll it and fill the bottom section with air. Then you fill the top with air and it's ready to go. It can fit 3 kids with space and holds up to 120lbs.
Being filled up and my son and his friend jumping in it!
My son just loves it. He has spent over half the day jumping in it today.
I want to thank Hayneedle for letting me review this jumpolene.
Buy It
Visit Hayneedle.
Win It
Hayneedle has kindly offered to give one of my readers a chance to win a Jumpolene Bounce House just Like the one I reviewed.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Hayneedle and tell me your favorite playtime product. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Fan Hayneedle on Facebook HERE and comment on their wall saying " I'm a reader of The Ethertons(ethertonphotography.blogspot.com)" (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on twitter HERE (2 entries)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ AubutFamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/28/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
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Bella Tunno Review and Giveaway
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Have you seen Bella Tunno? You really need to check them out. They are a great site that carries some really great modern baby and toddler products.
They carry bibs , diaper bags, smocks, and burpies just to name a few things. I love them because they are made out of such cool fabrics.
My favorite thing they carry is the opsie ditty. The opsie ditty is a survival sac that is sized to hold diapers & wipes. It includes inside a
• Bella Tunno™ Disposable Bib
• Bella Tunno™ Disposable Placemat
•Bella Tunno™ Disposable Multi-Purpose Pad
• Shout™ Stain Remover Wipe
• Purrell™ Antibacterial Wipes (2)
• Band-Aids™ Adhesive Strips (2)
• 10 Pack Baby Wipes
• Sargant Arts™ Crayons
• Bic™ Notepad
• Bic™ Pen
Every mother needs an opsie ditty!
Bella Tunno was kind enough to send me a Class and Sass opsie ditty to review. I love it and take it with me whenever we leave the house.
Bella Tunno was also kind enough to offer one of my readers a chance to win an opsie ditty.
WIN IT
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Bella Tunno and tell me what design opsie ditty you would want if you win. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (3 entries)
3. Purchase something from Bella Tunno (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (3 entries each tweet)
5. Follow me on Twitter Here (1 entry)
6. Follow Bella Tunno on Twitter Here (2 entries)
7. Fan Bella Tunno on Facebook Here (2 entries)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/14/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
Have you seen Bella Tunno? You really need to check them out. They are a great site that carries some really great modern baby and toddler products.
They carry bibs , diaper bags, smocks, and burpies just to name a few things. I love them because they are made out of such cool fabrics.
My favorite thing they carry is the opsie ditty. The opsie ditty is a survival sac that is sized to hold diapers & wipes. It includes inside a
• Bella Tunno™ Disposable Bib
• Bella Tunno™ Disposable Placemat
•Bella Tunno™ Disposable Multi-Purpose Pad
• Shout™ Stain Remover Wipe
• Purrell™ Antibacterial Wipes (2)
• Band-Aids™ Adhesive Strips (2)
• 10 Pack Baby Wipes
• Sargant Arts™ Crayons
• Bic™ Notepad
• Bic™ Pen
Every mother needs an opsie ditty!
Bella Tunno was kind enough to send me a Class and Sass opsie ditty to review. I love it and take it with me whenever we leave the house.
Bella Tunno was also kind enough to offer one of my readers a chance to win an opsie ditty.
WIN IT
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Bella Tunno and tell me what design opsie ditty you would want if you win. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (3 entries)
3. Purchase something from Bella Tunno (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (3 entries each tweet)
5. Follow me on Twitter Here (1 entry)
6. Follow Bella Tunno on Twitter Here (2 entries)
7. Fan Bella Tunno on Facebook Here (2 entries)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/14/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
GIVEAWAY WINNERS
Due to a no answer from the first winner I was forced to draw a new winner for the love struck metals giveaway
I hate to do this but I give 48 hours to answer my e-mail plus I post on my blog.
The new winner is
The Allen Family said...
I would get the Family Circle necklace and personalize it with my 4 sons nicknames (since their names are probably too long to all fit).
sethdeziATgmailDOTcom
Simply Made Giveaway Winner is
Steph and Brady said...
I entered the lunch punch giveaway. stephfrbs at gmail dot com
Charm Factory Giveaway Winner is
LLL with Leslie said...
button. #1
www.livelovelaughwithleslie.com
livelovelaughwithleslieblog at gmail dot com
congrats
You have 48 hours to respond
I hate to do this but I give 48 hours to answer my e-mail plus I post on my blog.
The new winner is
The Allen Family said...
I would get the Family Circle necklace and personalize it with my 4 sons nicknames (since their names are probably too long to all fit).
sethdeziATgmailDOTcom
Simply Made Giveaway Winner is
Steph and Brady said...
I entered the lunch punch giveaway. stephfrbs at gmail dot com
Charm Factory Giveaway Winner is
LLL with Leslie said...
button. #1
www.livelovelaughwithleslie.com
livelovelaughwithleslieblog at gmail dot com
congrats
You have 48 hours to respond
Sunday, April 25, 2010
baby K tan review
Baby K Tan carrier is a really great carrier that really is 8 carriers in one. I love this carrier because it gives you so many options for carrying baby.
you can cradle, carry on your back, hug, carry on your hip and it even can hold twins. My favorite feature is that you order the carrier based on your size not the babies so the one carrier accommodates babier from 8 pounds to toddlers up to 42lbs. My son is 2 and he is almost 30 pounds. I bet he will be 3 or older before he reaches 42 pounds. It really is a great investment that will last a long time.
Some other features I wanted to mention
- It has adjustable back support band
- organic and 100% natural soft cotton
- machine washable and dryer safe
- Double-Sling provides extra security for your baby and privacy while nursing
I want to thank Baby K Tan for letting me review the sling.
If your interested in purchasing one click HERE . They are only 59.99
you can cradle, carry on your back, hug, carry on your hip and it even can hold twins. My favorite feature is that you order the carrier based on your size not the babies so the one carrier accommodates babier from 8 pounds to toddlers up to 42lbs. My son is 2 and he is almost 30 pounds. I bet he will be 3 or older before he reaches 42 pounds. It really is a great investment that will last a long time.
Some other features I wanted to mention
- It has adjustable back support band
- organic and 100% natural soft cotton
- machine washable and dryer safe
- Double-Sling provides extra security for your baby and privacy while nursing
I want to thank Baby K Tan for letting me review the sling.
If your interested in purchasing one click HERE . They are only 59.99
Saturday, April 24, 2010
How I met My huband
I have been asked several times how it was that Phil and I met.
So for those of you interested here is the scoop.
In 2005 Phil and I both had myspace accounts. We connected on myspace and began sending e-mails to each other. Then about a month later we talked on the phone. In November we hung out for the first time and went to the mall and walked around. A few days later he invited me to one of his bowling nights. We clicked right away but he wasn't sure he wanted a girlfriend because four months before he had gotten out of a terrible relationship. He had been dating a girl with mental issues who tried to trap him into marriage by getting pregnant. He was just afraid to go through the hell he had just gotten away from and didn't want to make another mistake.
It was funny because there was such a strong connection between us. We hung out almost every day and feelings grew. After only a couple of months we decided to make it official. I knew I was going to marry him and I was right. 13 months after we began dating he asked my dad for his permission to ask for my hand in marriage. He even took my dad to get his opinion when he picked out my engagement ring. It was so sweet.
In some ways I was shocked because after his awful dating past I thought he wouldn't want to be married but he had told me later that after getting to know me, he knew, I was the complete opposite of his ex and that he was sure I would make a great wife and a fantastic mother.
8 months after we were engaged (July, 14,2007) we were married. It was a magical day and better than what I had dreamed of my whole life. You know a guy really loves you when he stands in in front of God, friends and family and professes his love and commitment.
So that's the scoop!
We will be celebrating our 3 year wedding anniversary this July :)
So for those of you interested here is the scoop.
In 2005 Phil and I both had myspace accounts. We connected on myspace and began sending e-mails to each other. Then about a month later we talked on the phone. In November we hung out for the first time and went to the mall and walked around. A few days later he invited me to one of his bowling nights. We clicked right away but he wasn't sure he wanted a girlfriend because four months before he had gotten out of a terrible relationship. He had been dating a girl with mental issues who tried to trap him into marriage by getting pregnant. He was just afraid to go through the hell he had just gotten away from and didn't want to make another mistake.
It was funny because there was such a strong connection between us. We hung out almost every day and feelings grew. After only a couple of months we decided to make it official. I knew I was going to marry him and I was right. 13 months after we began dating he asked my dad for his permission to ask for my hand in marriage. He even took my dad to get his opinion when he picked out my engagement ring. It was so sweet.
In some ways I was shocked because after his awful dating past I thought he wouldn't want to be married but he had told me later that after getting to know me, he knew, I was the complete opposite of his ex and that he was sure I would make a great wife and a fantastic mother.
8 months after we were engaged (July, 14,2007) we were married. It was a magical day and better than what I had dreamed of my whole life. You know a guy really loves you when he stands in in front of God, friends and family and professes his love and commitment.
So that's the scoop!
We will be celebrating our 3 year wedding anniversary this July :)
ABC NECKTIES Review and Giveaway
We are attending a very exclusive wedding in June. My husband had found a very nice suit but had no tie to match. As I was looking around the web to find him a matching tie, I found something fantastic. ABC NECKTIES not only had the perfect tie but had a father and son set so that my husband and son could match. I am so excited my two guys are going to look great and everyone is going to think it's adorable when they walk into the wedding matching. I just can't wait to see them all dressed up MATCHING !
ABC NECKTIES has a huge selection of ties including nice Silk Ties, Pattern Tiesand father and son sets. Also, they are very reasonably priced and their shipping is quick. Ties from ABC NECKTIES would make a great gift for Fathers Day which will be here before you know it.
Win It
ABC NECKTIES has offered one of you a chance to win a tie of your choice from their store.
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You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit ABC NECKTIES and tell me which tie you would chose if you win. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Add ABC Neckties on twitter HERE ( 2entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on twitter HERE (1 entry)
6. Become a fan of ABC NECKTIES on facebook and let them know I sent you by leaving a comment saying so (4 entries)
7. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
8. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/7/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US and Canada!
ABC NECKTIES has a huge selection of ties including nice Silk Ties, Pattern Tiesand father and son sets. Also, they are very reasonably priced and their shipping is quick. Ties from ABC NECKTIES would make a great gift for Fathers Day which will be here before you know it.
Win It
ABC NECKTIES has offered one of you a chance to win a tie of your choice from their store.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit ABC NECKTIES and tell me which tie you would chose if you win. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Add ABC Neckties on twitter HERE ( 2entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done twice a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on twitter HERE (1 entry)
6. Become a fan of ABC NECKTIES on facebook and let them know I sent you by leaving a comment saying so (4 entries)
7. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
8. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/7/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US and Canada!
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Winner of the LOVE STRUCK METALS GIVEAWAY
Congrats
Tabatha said...
blogged bout it number 9 :)
http://expressionsthroughmywords.blogspot.com/
Tabatha
you have 48 hours to e-mail me your choice with wording choice and address
Thank you to everyone who entered :)
Tabatha said...
blogged bout it number 9 :)
http://expressionsthroughmywords.blogspot.com/
Tabatha
you have 48 hours to e-mail me your choice with wording choice and address
Thank you to everyone who entered :)
Thursday, April 22, 2010
A MUST READ POST... HUGE Giveaway
Our Son is having his Second Birthday Party on Sunday. Phil and I are very excited!
Phil did most of the planning including Picking out his cake and decorations.
He did a great job :) Shane will be having an Elmo's World Theme Party.
(I love this picture...He looks so much like his Daddy)
I will be posting Pictures next week plus I will be GIVING AWAY one of these worth $220 in honor of Shane's 2nd Birthday. Which is Actually on the 28th.
Want to win some extra entries early?
Get 5 extra entries if you post a blog asking your readers to come check out my blog and alerting them to this huge upcoming giveaway.
Leave me a comment here with the link to your blog post and you just scored 5 extra chances to win.
You have till this Sunday the 25th at midnight to Post.
Phil did most of the planning including Picking out his cake and decorations.
He did a great job :) Shane will be having an Elmo's World Theme Party.
(I love this picture...He looks so much like his Daddy)
I will be posting Pictures next week plus I will be GIVING AWAY one of these worth $220 in honor of Shane's 2nd Birthday. Which is Actually on the 28th.
Want to win some extra entries early?
Get 5 extra entries if you post a blog asking your readers to come check out my blog and alerting them to this huge upcoming giveaway.
Leave me a comment here with the link to your blog post and you just scored 5 extra chances to win.
You have till this Sunday the 25th at midnight to Post.
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Gourmet Gift Baskets Review and Giveaway
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Mother's Day is right around the corner. As a mother myself I know this is a very special and exciting day. I have been asked several times by my husband what it is that I want to celebrate Mother's Day.
I had to say a gift basket. I think they are the perfect gift for any Mother. Who wouldn't want a gift basket. You get a bunch of neat things all in one basket. I think they are great.
Gourmet Gift Baskets is a website that carries a huge variety of Gift Baskets. They carry gift baskets for Mothers Day,Birthdays,Baby,Corporate and even Just Because baskets to name a few.
Gourmet Gift Baskets sent me the Mothers Day Classic Gardening Gift Basket. It's even more impressive in person. It comes with " a high quality garden tote complete with a full-size pair of shears, a weeder, a cultivator, a fork, a pair of gardening gloves and two types of shovels. She'll also love the delectable gourmet snacks like our signature Mixed Dried Fruit, Raspberry Honey Mustard Pretzel Dip, Dipping Pretzels, and Peanuts. This incredibly popular mothers day basket also includes includes a tube of super-duty "Gardener's Hand Cream" to soothe her hands after a long day in the garden."
I am so excited to use the gardening tools when we move. They are really high quality and will come in handy for planting and cutting down lemons and limes. The snacks were also very good. I loved the dried Fruit and the Raspberry Honey Mustard Pretzel Dip was soooo good.
Want to buy one for the special Mother, Mother in law or Grandmother in your life.
Visit Gourmet Gift Baskets.
WIN IT
One of my Lucky Readers will win The same gift basket that I was given.
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You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must Fan Gourment gift baskets on facebook Here leave them a comment on their wall about a basket you like and that I sent you. Then come back and tell me you did so. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (3 entries)
3. Purchase something from Gourmet Gift Baskets(5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on Twitter HERE (1 entry)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 4/30/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
Mother's Day is right around the corner. As a mother myself I know this is a very special and exciting day. I have been asked several times by my husband what it is that I want to celebrate Mother's Day.
I had to say a gift basket. I think they are the perfect gift for any Mother. Who wouldn't want a gift basket. You get a bunch of neat things all in one basket. I think they are great.
Gourmet Gift Baskets is a website that carries a huge variety of Gift Baskets. They carry gift baskets for Mothers Day,Birthdays,Baby,Corporate and even Just Because baskets to name a few.
Gourmet Gift Baskets sent me the Mothers Day Classic Gardening Gift Basket. It's even more impressive in person. It comes with " a high quality garden tote complete with a full-size pair of shears, a weeder, a cultivator, a fork, a pair of gardening gloves and two types of shovels. She'll also love the delectable gourmet snacks like our signature Mixed Dried Fruit, Raspberry Honey Mustard Pretzel Dip, Dipping Pretzels, and Peanuts. This incredibly popular mothers day basket also includes includes a tube of super-duty "Gardener's Hand Cream" to soothe her hands after a long day in the garden."
I am so excited to use the gardening tools when we move. They are really high quality and will come in handy for planting and cutting down lemons and limes. The snacks were also very good. I loved the dried Fruit and the Raspberry Honey Mustard Pretzel Dip was soooo good.
Want to buy one for the special Mother, Mother in law or Grandmother in your life.
Visit Gourmet Gift Baskets.
WIN IT
One of my Lucky Readers will win The same gift basket that I was given.
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You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must Fan Gourment gift baskets on facebook Here leave them a comment on their wall about a basket you like and that I sent you. Then come back and tell me you did so. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (3 entries)
3. Purchase something from Gourmet Gift Baskets(5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on Twitter HERE (1 entry)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 4/30/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
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Tuesday, April 20, 2010
KIMEGEL shirts Review and Giveaway
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I love etsy. I find so many neat things when I shop on there. A few weeks ago I found these great hand painted shirts from Kimegel.
Kim the owner hand paints these shirts herself. I loved the shirt she sent me with the high heals. How trendy and cute. Kim is really attracted to "street art" and an edgy yet feminine look. You can tell that when you see her shirts.
Buy It
Visit Kim's store HERE.
WIN IT
Kim has offered one of my readers a chance to win a shirt of their choice from her store.
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You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Kimegel and tell me what shirt you would chose if you win. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Purchase something from Kimegel ( 5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (2 entries)
5. Follow me on Twitter HERE (1 entry)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily
Contest ends 4/30/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
I love etsy. I find so many neat things when I shop on there. A few weeks ago I found these great hand painted shirts from Kimegel.
Kim the owner hand paints these shirts herself. I loved the shirt she sent me with the high heals. How trendy and cute. Kim is really attracted to "street art" and an edgy yet feminine look. You can tell that when you see her shirts.
Buy It
Visit Kim's store HERE.
WIN IT
Kim has offered one of my readers a chance to win a shirt of their choice from her store.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Kimegel and tell me what shirt you would chose if you win. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Purchase something from Kimegel ( 5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (2 entries)
5. Follow me on Twitter HERE (1 entry)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ Aubutfamily
Contest ends 4/30/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
Monday, April 19, 2010
Vat19 skyball Review and Giveaway
The other day I found this really cool site called Vat19. They sell the most unique products. Looking through all of their items I noticed the Skyball hypercharged bouncy ball. This ball so cool it bounces up to 75 feet in the air because it's filled with a combination of compressed air and helium.
Watch the short video on it here. HERE
I was sent a yellow one to review and it bounces higher than any other bouncy ball I have ever seen. The skyball is really cool. I know Shane is going to have so much fun with it this summer. The skyball comes in blue, magenta, green, purple and yellow.
Win One
Vat19 has offered one of my readers a chance to win a skyball.
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You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Vat19 and tell me what other item you like from their store. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Purchase something from Vat19 (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on Twitter Here(2 entry)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ AubutFamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/1/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
Watch the short video on it here. HERE
I was sent a yellow one to review and it bounces higher than any other bouncy ball I have ever seen. The skyball is really cool. I know Shane is going to have so much fun with it this summer. The skyball comes in blue, magenta, green, purple and yellow.
Win One
Vat19 has offered one of my readers a chance to win a skyball.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Vat19 and tell me what other item you like from their store. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Purchase something from Vat19 (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (3 entries)
5. Follow me on Twitter Here(2 entry)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Follow Cassandra @ AubutFamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 5/1/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
Saturday, April 17, 2010
TheUpperRoom Camera Strap Review and Giveaway
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Wearing a camera on your neck all the time can hurt. Canon's straps are nice but lack padding. BRYN has a solution. She makes beautiful SLR camera strap covers in her etsy store TheUpperRoom that have a layer of padding. Her covers can be made in a single fabric, or in two fabrics for a reversible cover. She has many fabric choices.
I love my new camera strap cover. I can't believe I went this long without one. Bryn did a fantastic job. It fits great and my neck is no longer hurting after my shoots. Plus it is super stylish. I have had many complements on it already.
Bryn is giving one of my readers a camera strap cover with their choice of fabric.
WIN IT
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You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit TheUpperRoom and tell me what fabric you would chose if you win. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Purchase something from TheUpperRoom (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (2 entries)
5. Follow me on Twitter HERE (1 entry)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Become a Follower of Cassandra @AubutFamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 4/30/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
Wearing a camera on your neck all the time can hurt. Canon's straps are nice but lack padding. BRYN has a solution. She makes beautiful SLR camera strap covers in her etsy store TheUpperRoom that have a layer of padding. Her covers can be made in a single fabric, or in two fabrics for a reversible cover. She has many fabric choices.
I love my new camera strap cover. I can't believe I went this long without one. Bryn did a fantastic job. It fits great and my neck is no longer hurting after my shoots. Plus it is super stylish. I have had many complements on it already.
Bryn is giving one of my readers a camera strap cover with their choice of fabric.
WIN IT
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit TheUpperRoom and tell me what fabric you would chose if you win. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry...so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Purchase something from TheUpperRoom (5 entries)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (2 entries)
5. Follow me on Twitter HERE (1 entry)
6. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
7. Become a Follower of Cassandra @AubutFamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 4/30/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. US only!
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Giveaway Winners
Congrats... The Winners are
Munchie Mug
ann said...
entered simplymade
littlefry381@gmail.com
Wett Giggles
Janel said...
follow, I'd choose cato soap! janel_marie at yahoo dot com
Trading Phrases
Helena said...
Tweeted this! http://twitter.com/melahelen/status/11917722773
daisydoo200 at yahoo dot com
Congrats you have 48 hours to respond
Thanks everyone for entering my Giveaways:)
Munchie Mug
ann said...
entered simplymade
littlefry381@gmail.com
Wett Giggles
Janel said...
follow, I'd choose cato soap! janel_marie at yahoo dot com
Trading Phrases
Helena said...
Tweeted this! http://twitter.com/melahelen/status/11917722773
daisydoo200 at yahoo dot com
Congrats you have 48 hours to respond
Thanks everyone for entering my Giveaways:)
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Thursday
Today has been beautiful. The weather is amazing. I just got back in from taking Shane outside to play in his water table and coupe car. Watching him outside in such great weather confirms how excited I am to move.
We have a showing on the house tonight, tomorrow morning and evening. Our agent is really great. We hope to see an offer soon.
I hope all of you are enjoying your Thursday.
We have a showing on the house tonight, tomorrow morning and evening. Our agent is really great. We hope to see an offer soon.
I hope all of you are enjoying your Thursday.
Lunch Punch review and GIVEAWAY
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Shane is not fond of crust on his sandwiches. He eats everything and leaves the crust or I have to cut the crust off. I have always wanted a better and more enticing way to serve sandwiches to Shane.
Recently I found Lunch Punch. The Lunch Punch is a food cutter specifically designed to capture the most amount of bread when it cuts the crust off your sandwich. A fun lunch with minimum waste. The Lunch Punch is kid friendly and dishwasher safe. The Lunch Punch is BPA free
Phthalate free and lead free.
Lunch Punch are sandwich cutters that cut your boring average sandwiches into cool shapes. There are currently 2 sets available. Match and munch which are puzzle shapes and critter cutters which have animal shapes.
Lunch punch has offered one of my lucky readers a chance to win 1 of each of the 2 sets available.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Lunch Punch and tell me what set you like best. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry..so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Tell me what shape you would like to see from lunch punch in the future (1 entry)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (2 entries)
5. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
6. Become a Follower of Cassandra @ AubutFamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 4/30/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. Worldwide!
Shane is not fond of crust on his sandwiches. He eats everything and leaves the crust or I have to cut the crust off. I have always wanted a better and more enticing way to serve sandwiches to Shane.
Recently I found Lunch Punch. The Lunch Punch is a food cutter specifically designed to capture the most amount of bread when it cuts the crust off your sandwich. A fun lunch with minimum waste. The Lunch Punch is kid friendly and dishwasher safe. The Lunch Punch is BPA free
Phthalate free and lead free.
Lunch Punch are sandwich cutters that cut your boring average sandwiches into cool shapes. There are currently 2 sets available. Match and munch which are puzzle shapes and critter cutters which have animal shapes.
Lunch punch has offered one of my lucky readers a chance to win 1 of each of the 2 sets available.
Mandatory
You Must be a public follower of this Blog and you must visit Lunch Punch and tell me what set you like best. please include your e-mail so I can reach you if you win
Extra Entries: The initial entry MUST be completed before any extra entries will count!! Each comment counts as 1 entry..so if you qualify for two entries, then leave two comments!
1. Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to your post so I can check it out. (10 entries)
2. Grab my button and tell me where to find it (2 entries)
3. Tell me what shape you would like to see from lunch punch in the future (1 entry)
4. Tweet about this Giveaway (can be done once a day) (2 entries)
5. Enter one of my other giveaways (2 entries each giveaway)
6. Become a Follower of Cassandra @ AubutFamily (1 entry)
Contest ends 4/30/10 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be chosen at random and will be contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. Worldwide!
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