Wet Ones: Review and Giveaway

hypothesis Wet Ones Antibacterial Wipes are a great addition to any school supply list in order to combat those germs that are swapped between kids in the classroom.

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One container of Wet Ones Antibacterial Wipes, my two daughters and lunch at our local mall.  About Wet Ones Antibacterial Wipes:

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“Count on Wet Ones® wipes for a quick and easy way to clean up on hands & faces– anytime, anywhere.  Available convenient sizes for home, office, or on-the-go. Keep them everywhere, so you can keep a minor mess from becoming a major disaster! These new, thicker, antibacterial hands & face wipes are made with Dura-Strong™ fabric that won’t break on you, even when cleaning the toughest messes. And the new formula will clean even the stickiest hands without leaving behind a soapy or sticky residue. Wet Ones Antibacterial Hands & Face Wipes are hypoallergenic and perfect for quick clean-ups when soap and water are not available or practical. Use anytime, anywhere.”

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Going to the mall to window shop is a fun weekend activity for my family.  Sometimes, as a special treat, we will eat lunch at the mall….kids choice.  Lily always begs to eat at the mall rather than taking it home which can be fun, but as a Mom, I just see filthy, germy food court tables waiting to make my babies sick.  In the past, I have kept small bottle of liquid hand sanitizer in my purse, but I am hesitant to us that product on my youngest daughter.  Fortunately, Wet Ones now has Antibacterial Wipes which kill 99.99% of germs!  The wipes are also hypoallergenic and enriched with skin conditioning aloe.  The 40 count canister fits easily in my car cup holder so I always have the wipes with me (or perfect for the classroom) and individually wrapped singles are perfect for throwing in your purse for shopping trips.

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Wet Ones has a great line of products Antibacterial Wipes, Sensitive Skin Wipes, Personal Hygiene Wipes and Big Ones (for bigger messes).  The Antibacterial Wipes in the Fresh Scent worked great for my family during our shopping trip to the mall.  I also feel like these wipes should be a staple for the classroom to cut down on the transfer of germs.  Wet Ones also has some great tips to keep your family healthy and a printable coupon for $1.00 off your next Wet Ones purchase!

Would you like to try out the Wet Ones Antibacterial 40 count canister?  One Not-So-Blog reader will receive TWO 40 count canisters for their home or school!

How to enter:

1. Visit Wet Ones and tell me one tip to keep your family healthy!

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog.

2. Follow me on Twitter (@BridgetteLA) and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Unlimited! (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook.

5. Favorite me in Technorati!

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on September 8th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

Hot Picks from Haute Mamas: August Edition

One of the things I want to improve on during Year 2 of The Not-So-Blog is visiting new blogs and developing relationships with my readers. Hot Picks from Haute Moms is a great way to do just that! Check out these posts by some of my favorite bloggers!

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You Can’t Have Rainbows Without Rain from Sarah, The Ohana Mama

BlogHer 2009: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly from Cecelia, Cool Baby Kid

Personally… from Bridgette, The Not-So-Blog

Expose On A Fat Girl Part 1 from Lee, MySentimentExactLee

SAHM I AM: The Battle of the Lists from Ellen, Thrifty & Chic Mom

The Mom Buff: 2 Weeks of Training From Erin, the Mom Buzz

Do you have a post you want to get noticed? Leave a link to a great post, review or giveaway!

The Ultimate Compliment

As I was putting Lily to bed tonight, we went through her whole bedtime routine:  snack, bath, TV (one 30 minute show), book, prayers, hugs/kisses and bed.  Tonight as I finished up all the hugs and kisses, Lily looked at me and gave me the ULTIMATE compliment from a 4 year old:

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“Mommy, I love you more than cupcakes!”

It melted my heart….and made me hungry.

Edwards Singles: Review and Giveaway

hypothesis Edwards Singles A la Mode frozen desserts will be a tasty and inexpensive way to satisfy my nighttime sweet tooth!

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One Chocolate Creme Pie Slice made with Hersheys, a fork and a few minutes to myself.  About Edwards Frozen Desserts:

“Enjoying a warm dessert in the comfort of home just got easier with new Edwards® Singles Á La Modes, from the makers of Edwards® frozen desserts. Available in popular dessert flavors like Hot Fudge Brownie, Hot Apple Crisp and Hot Turtle Brownie, each treat can be prepared effortlessly in the microwave in under one minute and then topped with cold, creamy vanilla ice cream for a full à la mode experience.”

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Two words…YUM and MY!  The Edwards frozen singles were a hit in my home!  I had the opportunity to try both the Chocolate Creme Pie and the Hot Turtle Brownie A la Mode.  Both were beyond heavenly.  I like that two slices on pie came in one package so you can share with a friend (or hoard them all to yourself!).  I also like the face that the singles helped with portion control.  Since you don’t have an entire pie in your home, you are not tempted to go get another piece or cut an extra large slice while serving yourself.  I found that it was very easy to prepare, very convenient to store and irresistable to eat.  The Edwards Single desserts are a great way to treat yourself to something special!

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With the current economic state, the first thing that seems to be eliminated from family budgets are the simple indulgences, the treats, the FUN stuff.  According to a recent study, more than 9 out of 10 women say that they have had to cut back on daily indulgences such as going out with friends or shopping.  Now, Edwards Singles has given women the right to take back their indulgences!  Edwards Singles are an inexpensive way to treat yourself!  The A la Mode Singles come in many varieties including Hot Fudge Brownie and Hot Turtle Brownie with Creamy Ice Cream.  YUM!  Easy to prepare, this dessert requires less than a minute in the microwave before being topped with ice cream.

From the press release, “To encourage women to share their tips on simple indulgences and how they prefer to unwind and rejuvenate, the makers of Edwards® frozen desserts are hosting the “Simple Indulgences Spa Sweepstakes” on EdwardsBaking.com from now through October 9, 2009. Participants can sign-up to receive a coupon for $1.00 off one package of delicious and indulgent Edwards® Singles Á La Modes desserts and enter for a chance to win one of 10 $500 SpaFinder.com gift cards to treat themselves to a relaxing spa experience.

Stop Drooling!  You can win one coupon for a FREE package of Edwards Singles right here on The Not-So-Blog!

How to enter:

1. Visit Edwards Singles and take a look at the products.  Which item would you love to try?

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog.

2. Follow me on Twitter (@BridgetteLA) and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Unlimited! (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook.

5. Favorite me in Technorati!

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on September 7th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

Dove Body Wash: Review and Giveaway

hypothesis Dove Body Wash with Nutrium Moisture is a great way to keep my skin moisturized and feeling silky smooth during the dog days of Summer!

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One bottle of Dove Gentle Exfoliating Nourishing Body Wash, one Dove Deep Moisture Nourishing Body Wash, and one Dove Sensitive Skin Nourishing Body Wash.  About Dove Body Wash with Nutrium Moisture:

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“There is “dirty little secret” behind body washes: until now all regular body washes caused dry skin damage. Not anymore! Dove has made a groundbreaking skin care advance by discovering how to restore skin’s natural moisture while cleansing (with body washes). With the most effective natural nourishment ever only new Dove Body Washes contain NutriumMoisture™ patent-pending technology. While moisturizers in other body washes sit on top of skin; only new Dove NutriumMoisture™ penetrates the surface of the skin to replenish and nourish.

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The Louisiana heat has definitely done a number on my skin this Summer!  Between playing with the girls outside, swimming in the pool and applying sunscreen, my skin has become quite dry despite my efforts at moisturizing.  Little did I know, the body washes I have been using can also dry out my skin!  After reading the Science behind Dove’s New Body Wash with Nutrium Moisture, I was more than willing to give it a try.  I am been using the Dove Deep Moisture Nourishing Body Wash for about one week now, and I can tell you that my skin does not feel as dry and is noticeably softer.  I love the creamy texture (it even looks like lotion) and the clean scent.  I am not a huge fan of heavily scented or floral body washes, and this one is perfect!  The Dove Sensitive Skin formula is unscented and great for my daughter’s sensitive skin.

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The New Dove Body Washes (available in Deep Moisture, Sensitive Skin and Exfoliating) have Nutrium Moisture technology which allows the body wash to penetrate the surface skin while the ultra-gentle cleansing does not wash away your skin’s natural moisture.  For my skin type, I liked the Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash the best because of it’s scent, creamy texture and the fact that my skin was incredibly smooth after one week of product usage.

Does your skin need some serious attention?  Dove has generously offered one lucky Not-So-Blog reader one of each variety of the new Dove Body Washes with Nutrium Mositure (Deep Moisture, Sensitive Skin and Gentle Exfoliating)!

How to enter:

1. Visit Dove’s Product Page and tell me another product you  would love to own!

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog.

2. Follow me on Twitter (@BridgetteLA) and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Unlimited! (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook.

5. Favorite me in Technorati!

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on September 4th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

Get Cool for School #25: Grade School Prize Pack

Prize #1: Leapfrog Tag Reader

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Leap Frog offers a wide variety of fun and educational toys for kids of any age.  Featuring interactive activities which keep kiddos engaged and happy with learning, Leap Frog encourages kids to learn in a fun way.  Worried that your child will get bored with their Leap Frog system after a little bit?  Not to worry, Leap Frog offers plenty of additional games and learning books and activities to go with all of their systems.

The winner of this prize pack will receive a Leapfrog Tag Reader System!

The Leap Frog Tag Reader is made for children ages 4-8 and is designed to help promote reading, the joy of reading and learning how to read and the sounds that specific words and letter combinations make.  This system encourages young children to independently explore books and develop confidence in their reading skills as well as a joy of reading which will last a life time.  Featuring fun titles such as Tinker Bell’s True Talents, The Cat in the Hat, and Scooby Doo! Shiny Spooky Knights your child is sure to find adventure in fun in learning to read and boosting their reading skills.

Prize #2:  Frecklebox

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Frecklebox is a great place to find those personalized items for school!  They now not only carry personalize journals, books, stickers and puzzles for your little ones to enjoy.  Frecklebox has expanded to a fantastic line of back to school items such as personalized lunch boxes, personalized notebooks and personalized folders.  It is definately a great place to start when looking for those funky, yet fun back to school items!

The winner of this prize pack will receive any item of their choice from Frecklebox!

Prize #3:  The Children’s Place

The Children’s Place is the place to find comfortable, affordable, and stylish clothing for your kiddos.  With clothing for babies to older children, you never have to worry about the quality or style of clothing that you will find.

The winner of this prize pack will receive a $50 gift card to The Children’s Place!

One winner will receive ALL THREE PRIZES!

How to enter:

Please fill in the embedded form in order to enter. DO NOT COMMENT ON THIS POST.

Make sure you visit the other participating blogs and enter there as well! Entries from all 8 blogs will be combined to pull a winner randomly.

Life Starring the Kids and Me
Momstart
Blessings Abound Mommy
Experimental Mommy
As They Grow Up
The Shopping Mama
3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on August 31, 2009.  Open to U.S. Residents only.

Mandatory entry:

Visit Leap Frog and tell me what Tag Reader book or what other Leap Frog system you would be interested in.

Go to Frecklebox and look around, then come back and tell me an item that catches your eye!

Visit TCP and look around, then come back and tell me what you would buy with your winnings.

Extra entries:
1. Subscribe to my blog
2. Follow me on Twitter (@BridgetteLA) and tweet this giveaway
3. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook
4. Favorite me in Technorati

Get Cool for School #26: Preschool Prize Pack

Prize #1:  The Children’s Place

The Children’s Place is the place to find comfortable, affordable, and stylish clothing for your kiddos. With clothing for babies to older children, you never have to worry about the quality or style of clothing that you will find.

The winner of this bundle will receive a $100 Gift Card to The Children’s Place.

Prize #2:  JumpStart

JumpStart has recently branched out from their boxed learning software and their virtual online world for kids into console gaming. This fall, you can expect to see new JumpStart console games for the Nintento Wii and DS. Meanwhile the new and interesting places are popping up on the JumpStart World Map.


The winner of this bundle will get Pet Rescue for the Wii. JumpStart Pet Rescue contains five discovery worlds where preschoolers navigate through five stories in a search for lost pets.Each discovery world contains a guided story told by one of the JumpStart friends, leading children on a learning adventure through more than 70 learning lessons and activities that teach kids over 75 essential skills they need to succeed. As kids progress through the adventures, they improve their pre-reading skills, memory, creativity, motor skills, listening and much more!

Prize #3:  Suzi Homemaker

Suzi Homemaker is a “Mom-owned” custom embroidery and sewing business specializing in personalized baby and children’s gifts, as well as linens, school uniforms and logo wear for work, family reunions and more!

The winner of this bundle will receive a $20 gift card to Suzi Homemaker!

One Winner will receive all THREE prizes! TWO runner ups will receive only a $25 Gift Card to The Children’s Place.

How to enter:

Please fill in the embedded form in order to enter. DO NOT COMMENT ON THIS POST.

Make sure you visit the other participating blogs and enter there as well! Entries from all 8 blogs will be combined to pull a winner randomly.

Life Starring the Kids and Me
Momstart
Blessings Abound Mommy
Experimental Mommy
As They Grow Up
The Shopping Mama
3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on August 31, 2009.  Open to U.S. Residents only.

Mandatory entry:
1. Visit The Children’s Place and look around, then come back and tell me what you would buy with your winnings.
2. Visit the Pet Rescue information page. Then tell us which “Key Feature” would benefit your child the most.
3. Visit Suzi Homemaker and leave a comment with what you would buy with your GC if you win.

Extra entries:
1. Subscribe to my blog
2. Follow me on Twitter (@BridgetteLA) and tweet this giveaway
3. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook
4. Favorite me in Technorati

Call for Sponsors and Updates!

With the Back to School giveaway series coming to a close, I am looking forward to September!  I am currently organizing a “Labor of Love” giveaway series which will begin September 1st where I will feature fabulous products for new moms and infants!  If you have a product that you would like to be featured during this giveaway, please contact me using my submit a review/giveaway form.

If you are a new Mom or expecting Mom, you won’t want to miss this series!  It’s like your own little online baby shower with exciting giveaways such as a bouncer, breast pump, nursing supplies, birth announcements, diapers, beauty supplies and more!

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I am also about to embark on a new venture with Cissy over at Cool Baby Kid that I am very excited about!  If you are a Mom Blogger that works outside the home, we want to hear from you!  Please contact me to learn more about this great opportunity!

Get Cool for School #23: College Prize Pack

Prize #1:  BARBAR Hair Tools

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BARBAR is based in Beverly Hills, CA and has been in operation since 2000.  With over 20 years of experience as a former stylist, the company’s founder, Dominic Barbar, has applied his years of techinical 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 utilize Mr. Barbar‘s intrinsic knowledge of hair with cutting edge technology to bring the latest in hair tool innovations.  BARBAR‘s variety of professional quality products cover all the hair needs
without damaging a strand.  BARBAR Artist, Inc. is worldwide and the working philosophy is simple:
provide the stylist and consumer with incomparable quality products and customer service at the best available price.

The winner of this prize pack will receive the Barbar 1900 Tourmaline Cordless Combo! The Barbar 1900 Tourmaline Cordless Combo includes both a tourmaline plate flat iron and curling iron. Go cord free in less than 3 minutes!

Prize #2:  SUMO Urban Lounge Gear

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SUMO lounge furniture gives a new meaning to the word ”comfort.”  They offer modern versions of the classic idea of bean bag chairs.  These chairs come in many versions and sizes and are a smart alternative to upholstered furniture for dorm rooms, apartments, family rooms, and playrooms.

The winner of this prize pack will receive one a SUMO Omni Bean Bag Chair in the color of their choice. Check out Karen’s SUMO review!

  • 10 achingly fashionable colors to choose from
  • 10 different positions (discovered so far – some say we lack imagination)
  • Measures big – 4.5’ X 5.5, but weighs little – just 18lbs
  • Space age rip-proof nylon, stays new looking – easy to clean
  • Filled with top quality sumo beads – stays fluffy, never flat

Prize #3:  The Container Store

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Back-to-school is the best time of year to visit The Container Store, whether you are a teacher reorganizing your classroom or a college bound student who needs to furnish a dorm room.  In addition to their ever popular Elfa storage organization system, The Container Store is full of great storage solutions that are both practical and attractive.

The winner of this prize pack will receive a $40 gift card to the container store!

Prize #4:  Adovia Mineral Skin Care

ESSENTIAL MINERALS FROM THE SEA— NOURISHING HERBS FROM THE EARTH— REVEAL YOUR SKIN’S NATURAL BEAUTY…

adovia The first skin care line to combine Minerals with Herbal extracts to create a nutritious coctail for your skin that keeps it healthy and beautiful from the inside out.  Adovia is a unique skin care line, combining natural ingredients with modern science to formulate an effective blend of minerals and the finest herbal ingredients nature has to offer. The vital nutrients, anti-oxidants and minerals present in Adovia products are responsibly gathered at the place closest to the soul of Mother Earth – The Dead Sea.
Adovia mineral-based products work to restore your skin’s natural inner balance, allowing it to renew and rebuild itself to achieve visibly smoother, healthier and younger looking skin. Your skin cells are replenished with vital nutrients, resulting in a naturally smooth, rejuvenated and healthy complexion. Take your skin and soul on a journey to the world’s oldest and largest natural spa – The Dead Sea – with Adovia mineral skin care.

The winner of this prize pack will receive a 15oz supply of Adovia Vanilla Bath Salts!

One winner will receive ALL FOUR PRIZES!  One winner will receive only the Adovia Bath Salts.

How to enter:

Please fill in the embedded form in order to enter. DO NOT COMMENT ON THIS POST.

Make sure you visit the other participating blogs and enter there as well! Entries from all 8 blogs will be combined to pull a winner randomly.

Life Starring the Kids and Me
Momstart
Blessings Abound Mommy
Experimental Mommy
As They Grow Up
The Shopping Mama
3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on August 31, 2009.  Open to U.S. Residents only.

Mandatory entry:

Browse the selection of items available on ContainerStore.com .  Then leave a comment telling us what you would spend your GCs on if you won this contest.

Visit Barbar Hair Tools and leave a comment on another hair tool you’d love to own!

Browse the selection of lounge furniture available on Sumolounge.com .  Then leave a comment telling us what other item you saw that you would love to own.

Visit Adovia Spa and leave a comment on another bath or skin care product you’d love to pamper yourself with!

Extra entries:
1. Subscribe to my blog
2. Follow me on Twitter (@BridgetteLA) and tweet this giveaway
3. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook
4. Favorite me in Technorati

Get Cool for School #24: Middle School Prize Pack

Prize #1:  Kids Coats

KidsCoats.com is your place to find Corky Coats by Corky & Co for boys and for girls online. With a variety of choices you are sure to find something to fit the kiddo in your life!  Check out The Not-So-Blog’s review of Kids Coats!

The winner of this bundle will receive a $200 gift card to KidsCoats.com

Prize #2:  Leapfrog

Leap Frogoffers a wide variety of fun and educational toys for kids of any age. Featuring interactive activities which keep kiddos engaged and happy with learning, Leap Frog encourages kids to learn in a fun way. Worried that your child will get bored with their Leap Frog system after a little bit? Not to worry, Leap Frog offers plenty of additional games and learning books and activities to go with all of their systems.
The winner of this bundle will receive a Leap Frog Didji. Made for ages 6-10, the Leap Frog Didji is the first ever handheld gaming device that connects to your computer to let you fully customize your child’s learning and playing experience. The games can be synced with your child’s skill levels and what they are studying in school and you can even download their spelling words and math problems directly onto the handheld device. Players play for points when using their Didj and when they connect and go online those points can be traded in in order to customize games with characters , music, backgrounds and more!

Prize #3:  Suzi Homemaker

Suzi Homemaker is a “Mom-owned” custom embroidery and sewing business specializing in personalized baby and children’s gifts, as well as linens, school uniforms and logo wear for work, family reunions and more!

The winner of this bundle will receive a $20 gift card to Suzi Homemaker!

One winner will receive ALL THREE prizes! ONE Runner Up will receive only a $150 gift card to KidsCoats.com!

How to enter:

Please fill in the embedded form in order to enter. DO NOT COMMENT ON THIS POST.

Make sure you visit the other participating blogs and enter there as well! Entries from all 8 blogs will be combined to pull a winner randomly.

Life Starring the Kids and Me
Momstart
Blessings Abound Mommy
Experimental Mommy
As They Grow Up
The Shopping Mama
3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on August 31, 2009.  Open to U.S. Residents only.

Mandatory entry:
1. Visit KidsCoats.Com and tell me what you would buy with your winnings. AND
2. Visit Leap Frog and tell me what Didj game or what other Leap Frog system your family would be intersted in. AND
3. Visit Suzi Homemaker and leave a comment with what you would buy with your GC if you win.

Extra entries:
1. Subscribe to my blog
2. Follow me on Twitter (@BridgetteLA) and tweet this giveaway
3. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook
4. Favorite me in Technorati