Monthly Archives: January 2012

Belfort Board Game Review

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Belfort, a great new game from Tasty Minstrel Games, is made for 2-5 players aged 13+. It plays in 90-120 minutes. “Belfort is a Worker Placement game with Area Majority scoring in each district as well as for each type of worker. Buildings give you influence in the districts as well as income, but taxes increase based on your score so the winning players will have to pay more than those behind! Manage your resources and gold well, choose your buildings wisely, and help build the city of Belfort!” I received a copy of Belfort … Continue reading →

Scholastic Storybook Treasures Review & Giveaway

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One Zillion Valentines Five stories about friendship make this the perfect DVD to give in anticipation of Valentine’s Day! When Marvin shows Milton how to make valentines, they decide to make one for each person in their neighborhood in “One Zillion Valentines”, an animated adaptation of Frank Modell’s sweet book about random acts of kindness and generosity. The additional stories featured in this collection include “Goggles”, Ezra Jack Keats’ Caldecott Award-winner, “A Letter to Amy”, “Will I Have A Friend”, and “Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge”. The DVD also includes Scholastic’s read-along function, perfect for building … Continue reading →

Zoobies Review & Giveaway

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Zoobies, LLC was created by two brothers who came from a large family of nine children. They saw the need to create something that could consolidate what one could bring on long road trips and family excursions, making life easier for moms. Zoobies are a plush toy, pillow, and blanket all in one! The 3-in-1 functionality means less clutter whether at home or on the go. Zoobies products include Blanket Pets, Blanket Babies, Slumber Pets, and Storytime Pals. There are dozens of adorable animals and characters to choose from. Zoobies have won over 45 industry awards and … Continue reading →

BARBAR Flat Iron 2500 Review & Giveaway

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BARBAR is based in Beverly Hills, CA and has been creating premium hair products since 2000 including Blow Dryers, Flat Irons, Curling Irons, Treatments, Steamers, Clippers, Scissors, and Brushes. The company’s founder, Dominic Barbar, has applied his years of technical know-how to turn his passion into reality by creating a premium line of hair care products that simplify the hair stylist’s job. BARBAR products have been used by celebrities and featured in numerous magazines including InStyle, People, Shape, Glamour, Self, and more! The BARBAR 2500 Ceramic Ionic Charger 1″ Flat Iron uses nano technology to create soft & shiny results! … Continue reading →

Ezistock Goods Handcrafted in Thailand! $50 Gift Card Giveaway!

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Ezistock is an online retailer that brings you earth-friendly and handcrafted products directly to you from talented artisans in Thailand. Their product line includes jewelry, home decor and gifts. All of the items featured are original and unique items that can help you experience a bit of the artistic traditions and cultures of Thailand. Ezistock is committed to fair labor and fair trade practices. All purchase made contribute to the well-being of those who produced the item. Items are made using only raw materials that are sustainable and the use of Eco-friendly production and harvesting … Continue reading →

Little Angels Coloring Pages

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Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment presents LITTLE ANGELS, the fresh, faith-based, animated educational series for children and their parents, available on DVD on February 14. From executive producer Roma Downey (“Touched by an Angel”) comes LITTLE ANGELS, created exclusively for preschool-aged children to teach not only practical learning skills, like ABCs and numbers, but also to introduce them to spiritual, moral and ethical principles in a fun and entertaining way. Get to know the Little Angels before the release of this DVD by having fun with these 2 coloring pages! Keep an eye out for the … Continue reading →

VeggieTales DVDs Review & Giveaway

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VeggieTales: God Loves You Very Much The fun and family friendly film features stories that demonstrate how God cares for us in all kinds of situations! VeggieTales: God Loves You Very Much is the follow-up title to the smash-hit VeggieTales DVD, God Made You Special. This release includes nearly 90 minutes of family-friendly content and features three fan-favorite VeggieTales stories that teach other valuable lessons about love, Gideon: Tuba Warrior, The Ballad of Little Joe and Rack, Shack & Benny. The title also includes an all-new “story-song” called Does He Love Me?, as well as other bonus features and activities. Available beginning January 10th, 2012 … Continue reading →

The Mothers of Reinvention Book Review & Giveaway

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Book Description Since we launched our show “Jen and Barb, Mom Life” more than four years ago, the number one question moms have asked us is, “How did you guys do that?” The subtext was not about producing and hosting an award-winning web series, but did we reinvent ourselves, especially given our roles as mothers, wives, and career women? Over and over, moms confided in us, sharing their frustrations, fears, and dreams. How could it be that so many of us who had always dreamed of having a family were feeling like something was missing? What was a mom to do? … Continue reading →

Totsy Blowout Sell!!

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Today through Wednesday February 1st (8am ET), Totsy is having a huge blowout sale with clearance prices up to 90% off retail!! Brands include Nicole Miller, Alex Toys, Madame Alexander, Educational Insights, Nanette, Biatta, Mud Pie and MANY more!!! Over 41 blowout sales. Items include clothing, toys, books, shoes, and lots more! Items may sell out quickly, so hurry over to browse the sale! Visit Totsy today to shop the Blowout Sale! You can also connect with Totsy on Twitter to stay connected with their latest news and happenings. Disclosure: I received Totsy credits as … Continue reading →

“In Time” DVD Giveaway & Tips On How To Add “Time” To Your Life

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IN THE FUTURE, EVERY SECOND COUNTS Let the countdown begin.  Leave the existing world behind and enter into a futuristic world where the aging gene is switched off after 25 and time is money, literally, that many can’t afford in the cutting-edge thriller IN TIME, arriving on Blu-ray and DVD January 31 from  Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.  Featuring an all-star cast including  Justin Timberlake (The Social Network), Amanda Seyfried (Mamma Mia!) and Cillian Murphy (Inception), the film puts an innovative spin on class warfare and explores the corruptness that lies within. In the future, … Continue reading →