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Matryoshka Deluxe For Kids For iOS And Android. Game App Review.
Disclosure: This is a compensated post written by me on behalf of Matryoshka Deluxe For Kids. The app was purchased by me. All opinions are my own and were formed through thorough personal testing. Individual results may vary. The … [Read More...]
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Lactaid Brand Products Make Lactose Intolerance Tolerable! Giveaway.
Disclosure: I received complimentary product courtesy of Lactaid to facilitate my review as a member of The Motherhood. All opinions are strictly my own and/or those of family members participating in this review. Individual results may … [Read More...]
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Arby’s KING’S HAWAIIAN Roast Beef Sandwiches
My buddies at Arby's recently provided me the opportunity to try out one of their newest sandwiches. And it was GOOD! For a limited time only, Arby’s is partnering with the iconic KING’S HAWAIIAN brand to introduce two irresistible new sandwiches to their menu: Arby’s KING’S HAWAIIAN Roast Beef sandwich with one-third more freshly sliced roast beef, piled high on a soft and slightly sweet KING’S HAWAIIAN bun. Arby’s KING’S HAWAIIAN Roast Beef & Swiss sandwich also comes with one-third more roast beef on a KING’S HAWAIIAN bun, topped with Swiss cheese, crunchy pickles and creamy Dijon spread. I tried the Arby’s KING’S HAWAIIAN Roast Beef sandwich and just let me tell you, it was really delicious. I love Arby's roast beef sandwiches anyway. But the … [Read More...]

Disney’s PLANES Takes Flight – New Movie Spot!!!
My kids (and we grownups) love the movie Cars. Well August 9 Disney will release Planes! And I have a movie spot for you! WOO HOO! Official Boilerplate: From above the world of “Cars” comes “Disney’s Planes,” an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure featuring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty’s not exactly built for racing—and he happens to be afraid of heights. So he turns to a seasoned naval aviator who helps Dusty qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty’s courage is put to the ultimate test as he aims to reach heights he never dreamed possible, giving a spellbound world the inspiration to soar. “Disney’s Planes” takes off in theaters in 3D on Aug. 9, 2013, and will be … [Read More...]

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY – Mike and Sulley in New “got milk?” Ad!!!
Disclosure: Graphics and info provided by Walt Disney Studios and used with permission. Not many can pull of a milk mustache but MONSTERS UNIVERSITY's Mike and Sulley sure can! How cute are they? At MONSTERS UNIVERSITY, it takes a lot to fuel a day of scaring and nothing scares up successful days more than a breakfast with milk. A glass of milk – with 8 grams of high-quality protein in each 8 oz serving – can help power your monster days! I can't wait to take the kids to see this movie. I loved Monster's Inc and I know MONSTERS UNIVERSITY will be just as cute. Connect with the Milk Mustache community for tips, tools and activities including tasty morning recipes for all the little “monsters” in your family. Facebook: /MilkMustache Twitter: … [Read More...]

Groovebook. Free Photobook With Free Shipping!
Disclosure: My awesome buds at Groovebook have provided me with a coupon code to give my awesomesauce readers a free with free shipping photobook and one for myself as well! If you are like me, you have tons, and tons of photos on your phone, smartphone, camera, tablet, computer, etc. I have, no joke, over 1400 photos on my smartphone alone. That's not counting the ones on my iPad, Bloggie, Dropbox, Google+, etc. I have TONS! There is no way I ever look at all of them. But I can't bear to get rid of them all. One thing I do love to do, though, is select my favorites and create a photobook like the ones at Groovebook with them. I especially love to do this with our vacation photos. A photobook is the perfect way to capture your vacation or special event and have a handy … [Read More...]

Matryoshka Deluxe For Kids For iOS And Android. Game App Review.
Disclosure: This is a compensated post written by me on behalf of Matryoshka Deluxe For Kids. The app was purchased by me. All opinions are my own and were formed through thorough personal testing. Individual results may vary. The younger two kids and I have been testing out a darling game app by Kidoteca called Matryoshka Deluxe For Kids. If you aren't familiar with the word Matryoshka, it refers to a set of wooden dolls of decreasing size placed one inside the other. Also known as Russian Nesting Dolls or Babushka Dolls. (reference) The app is really cute. You start out by selecting the set of dolls, out of 65, that you want to play. They range from dinosaurs to monsters with everything in between. This is a game for young children that helps teach concentration and … [Read More...]

Epic: Bringing The Summer Blockbuster Back
Thank you very much to our special guest author for posting with us today. If you've been to the cinema with your family over the years, you might be aware of just how much the quality of the films on offer can fluctuate. When it comes to smaller children, some movies just don't captivate them. This can be a shame at times, because children aren't that difficult to create films for. With active imaginations, it just takes something bright, intense and exciting to captivate and grab their attention. Captured correctly, the summer movie can be the perfect way to experience things together as a family. Find the right movie, and any day out instantly becomes all the easier thanks to it. Epic: the perfect solution There's always a diamond or two each year that shows great promise. … [Read More...]

NEW Dunkin’ Donuts Seasonal Flavors!
Disclsoure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Dunkin' Donuts. I received a Dunkin' Donuts Party Kit to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating. Mmmmm there is nothing better than a nice mug of hot, steaming coffee. Unless it's a nice tumbler of icy cold iced coffee! I love coffee both ways, but I really love iced coffee. Dunkin' Donuts offers seasonal flavors and they have 3 amazing Spring-Summer flavors: Coconut, Strawberry Shortcake and Triple Berry. These are for a limited time! Again, mmmmmm. These Dunkin' Donuts Seasonal Flavors are so good. I had a little sampling party recently to show off these new flavors to my buddies AND to celebrate my Hubby's birthday. We had coffee and some yummies. I had some … [Read More...]

Mother Of Pearl Day 12 – Mother Ship by Melody Murray
Happy Mother's Day! Each year I am honored to participate in the Mother Of Pearl blogging series sponsored by LitFuse Publicity. I will be posting a new guest post throughout the week leading up to Mother's Day. I hope you will find peace and inspiration in these very special guest posts. About the series: This series is the brainchild of Margaret McSweeney and was created as a way to touch lives and highlight the work of her charity, Pearl Girls™. Pearl Girls™ exists to help fund the work of Hands of Hope (to build wells and schools in Uganda) and WINGS (Women In Need Growing Stronger). Welcome to Pearl Girls™ Mother of Pearl Mother’s Day blog series—a nine-day celebration of moms and mothering. Each day will feature a new post by some of today’s best writers (Tricia … [Read More...]

Happy Early Mothers Day! Monsters University Card. #mosntersu
Disclosure: Free Mothers Day Card provided by Walt Disney Studios and used with permission. No monetary compensation was received. Here is a Mother’s Day card from MONSTERS UNIVERSITY. Isn't it the cutest thing? Feel free to download and print this darling card using the download button below. Your kids can draw on it and give it to you or you can print it on card stock and give it to your own mom. It's such a fun way to wish your mom a Happy Mother's Day! “Like” MONSTERS UNIVERSITY on Facebook: http://facebook.com/PixarMonstersUniversity "Follow" Disney/Pixar on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DisneyPixar Visit the website: http://www.Disney.com/MonstersU MONSTERS UNIVERSITY releases in theaters on June 21st! … [Read More...]

Mother Of Pearl Day 9 – My Final Words to My Mother by Lisa Takeuchi Cullen
Each year I am honored to participate in the Mother Of Pearl blogging series sponsored by LitFuse Publicity. I will be posting a new guest post throughout the week leading up to Mother's Day. I hope you will find peace and inspiration in these very special guest posts. About the series: This series is the brainchild of Margaret McSweeney and was created as a way to touch lives and highlight the work of her charity, Pearl Girls™. Pearl Girls™ exists to help fund the work of Hands of Hope (to build wells and schools in Uganda) and WINGS (Women In Need Growing Stronger). Welcome to Pearl Girls™ Mother of Pearl Mother’s Day blog series—a nine-day celebration of moms and mothering. Each day will feature a new post by some of today’s best writers (Tricia Goyer, Lisa Takeuchi … [Read More...]

Boosting My Energy And Detoxing With Greens!
Disclosure: I received complimentary product samples to facilitate my review. However, all opinions are strictly my own and were formed through thorough, personal testing. Your results may vary. My energy level last month was nil. Zip. Zilch. Nada. No energy whatsoever. It took everything in me to drag myself out of bed in the morning to get the kids up. And some mornings I was so tired that as soon as they were off to school, if the little one was still asleep, I'd snuggle up with her for a little nap. I had to or I couldn't make it through the day. I new I wasn't actually sick. Nothing was really "wrong". I just didn't have any energy. I'm overweight. And my hormones go all wonky sometimes. And I tend to work online late. So I know that has some to do with it. But I'm used to … [Read More...]

Lactaid Brand Products Make Lactose Intolerance Tolerable! Giveaway.
Disclosure: I received complimentary product courtesy of Lactaid to facilitate my review as a member of The Motherhood. All opinions are strictly my own and/or those of family members participating in this review. Individual results may vary. Many of us suffer from Lactose intolerance or lactose sensitivity. And it's miserable. I love dairy products. Cottage Cheese is delicious, Cheese makes things yummy. Milk is used in many recipes as well as for good old cookie dipping! But when your tummy and dairy fight a war with each other each time you consume it, you tend to stay away from anything with lactose in it. But there are products out there that allow those who are lactose intolerant or sensitive to still be able to enjoy dairy without stomach pain and discomfort. The Lactaid … [Read More...]

Mother Of Pearl Day 7 – The Pursuit of Imperfection by Beth Vogt
Each year I am honored to participate in the Mother Of Pearl blogging series sponsored by LitFuse Publicity. I will be posting a new guest post throughout the week leading up to Mother's Day. I hope you will find peace and inspiration in these very special guest posts. About the series: This series is the brainchild of Margaret McSweeney and was created as a way to touch lives and highlight the work of her charity, Pearl Girls™. Pearl Girls™ exists to help fund the work of Hands of Hope (to build wells and schools in Uganda) and WINGS (Women In Need Growing Stronger). Welcome to Pearl Girls™ Mother of Pearl Mother’s Day blog series—a nine-day celebration of moms and mothering. Each day will feature a new post by some of today’s best writers (Tricia Goyer, Lisa Cullen, Beth … [Read More...]

Mother Of Pearl Day 6 – History Has a Way of Repeating Itself by Tricia Goyer
Each year I am honored to participate in the Mother Of Pearl blogging series sponsored by LitFuse Publicity. I will be posting a new guest post throughout the week leading up to Mother's Day. I hope you will find peace and inspiration in these very special guest posts. About the series: This series is the brainchild of Margaret McSweeney and was created as a way to touch lives and highlight the work of her charity, Pearl Girls™. Pearl Girls™ exists to help fund the work of Hands of Hope (to build wells and schools in Uganda) and WINGS (Women In Need Growing Stronger). Welcome to Pearl Girls™ Mother of Pearl Mother’s Day blog series—a nine-day celebration of moms and mothering. Each day will feature a new post by some of today’s best writers (Tricia Goyer, Lisa Takeuchi … [Read More...]
Never Miss Another Package WithFedEx Delivery Manager!
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Mother’s Day Recipe: 8 Hour Salad
I have a yummy recipe to share with you in time for Mother's Day! YAY! I'm finally on time with a recipe. hehehe This is a recipe my mom used to make. It is called 8 Hour Salad and is similar to Broccoli Salad. It is a bit time consuming but it is really good and really worth the effort. I make this for a lot of cookouts and get together's. It does have salad dressing in it so you'll want to make sure you have it on a tray of ice or that you can keep it cool if you are taking it to a cookout or outdoor picnic. Otherwise, if it doesn't go super fast (which it probably will and won't have to worry about it) you'll want to put it up within 1 - 2 hours, before it gets to room temperature. Printable recipe is below the photos. Start with leaf lettuce. Tear it into bite sized pieces and … [Read More...]

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY – Free Printable Activity Sheets #MonstersU
I have some super fab MONSTERS UNIVERSITY printable activity sheets for you today. One is a game similar to Pin The Tail On The Donkey and the other allows you to create your own Monster MU ID Badge. Your kids will love these! Simply click the download buttons below to download the pdf's, print and enjoy! OFFICIAL BOILERPLATE: Ever since college-bound Mike Wazowski (voice of Billy Crystal) was a little monster, he has dreamed of becoming a Scarer—and he knows better than anyone that the best Scarers come from Monsters University (MU). But during his first semester at MU, Mike’s plans are derailed when he crosses paths with hotshot James P. Sullivan, “Sulley” (voice of John Goodman), a natural-born Scarer. The pair’s out-of-control competitive spirit gets them … [Read More...]

Mother Of Pearl Day 5 – Daughter Sing Softly by Lesli A. Westfall
Each year I am honored to participate in the Mother Of Pearl blogging series sponsored by LitFuse Publicity. I will be posting a new guest post throughout the week leading up to Mother's Day. I hope you will find peace and inspiration in these very special guest posts. About the series: This series is the brainchild of Margaret McSweeney and was created as a way to touch lives and highlight the work of her charity, Pearl Girls™. Pearl Girls™ exists to help fund the work of Hands of Hope (to build wells and schools in Uganda) and WINGS (Women In Need Growing Stronger). Welcome to Pearl Girls™ Mother of Pearl Mother’s Day blog series—a nine-day celebration of moms and mothering. Each day will feature a new post by some of today’s best writers (Tricia Goyer, Lisa Takeuchi … [Read More...]
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