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Awesomesauce Fan Appreciation Giveaway!

Have I told you lately, that I love you?… Yes, you. And you. And you over there that regularly leaves me comments on my posts. And you standing in the back who’s been reading for years but doesn’t leave comments. And you over there who RT’s my posts like mad. And you – yep, you who is reading here for the first time. You guys are the reason I have this site, and I hope you all know how much I appreciate ya. Where did all this lovey-fuzzyness come from today? Well – I recently found out that one {or more?} of you rockin’ readers nominated me for Parenting Blog of the Year over at uKnowKids.com – and after their judges went through all of the nominations, I ended up in the top 25 finalists. Whaaaaaa? Crazy-exciting. So, to give you ALL a big ol’ thank you, I’m giving away a $50 Amazon gift card, outta my own pocket, to one of you guys!

Parenting Blog of the Year [Read more…]

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Coach Signature Tote Bag Giveaway!

Ok ladies… Every time I join in on one of these you guys go crazy – so I figured it was time for another one! Yep, I’m talking about a free Coach Bag giveaway! Read the details below, and get your entries in to win it! Have fun and good luck :)

Coach Tote Giveaway

I’m kind of super duper excited to announce that I’ve partnered with As Mom Sees It, as well as a big ol’ bunch of awesomesauce bloggers, to give away a gorgeous genuine Coach tote purse, worth $250! Personally, I’ve never had a Coach bag of my own – so I understand the super excitement you guys have for winning one for free. {And, anytime I get to partner with my uber fab friend over at As Mom Sees It, I jump on it – visit her today. You’ll love her. I’m sure of it :)}

The Coach Kyra Nylon Signature Tote is a signature tote that features a flower zipper embellishment, signature Coach fabric and multifunction pockets inside. Details include:

  • Signature nylon fabric with patent fabric trim
  • Inside zip, cell phone and multifunction pockets
  • Zip-top closure, fabric lining
  • Outside open pocket
  • Handles with 8″ drop
  • Adjustable strap for shoulder or crossbody wear
  • 13 3/4″ (L) x 10 1/4″ (H) x 4 3/4″ (W)
  • This is a signature product

Coach bags are among the most desired handbags, and you could be the lucky winner! Each page below has it’s own set of individual entries, each worth 3 points. You can have as many or as few entries as you’d like, but obviously the more entries you have, the better chance you have to win!

Facebook Entries, page 1

Facebook Entries, page 2

Facebook Entries, page 3

Pinterest Entries

Twitter Entries, page 1

Twitter Entries, page 2

Earn Extra Entries Here

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3 Ways to Do Dishes – Plus a Chance to Win a Kitchen Makeover

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Cascade. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.

There are three different ways to do dishes. You can make your kids do them – but unfortunately, my little girl is only two. She’s not even tall enough to reach the sink. You can make your partner do it – but that doesn’t work for me either. He doesn’t believe in pre-rinsing anything, and it leads to a dishwasher filled with not-so-clean dishes. So that leaves the third way, the one moms end up with more often then any of us would like – do it yourself. But this doesn’t work for me either. I absolutely – more than any other task in the house – hate washing dishes. I sometimes look at an overflowing sink filled with dirty dishes and wonder how much it would cost to just buy new ones…

Cascade Platinum Pacs [Read more…]

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“Because I’m Your Dad” – the Perfect Way to Celebrate Dad this Father’s Day

“Because I’m your dad, you can have spaghetti for breakfast, French toast for dinner, and rocky road ice cream in the bathtub” Father’s Day is just around the corner, making it a great time to take a few moments to stop and think about all of the amazing dads in our lives. Dads who helped bring you into the world, dads who adopted you, men who were like a dad to you, the dad to your children, friends and family who are rockin’ the job of dad. So what better time to share an amazing book that we have totally fallen in love with here in my home, called “Because I’m Your Dad” – right?

Because I'm Your Dad

Because I’m Your Dad, by Ahmet Zappa

Ahmet Zappa is the son of late rock musician/composer Frank Zappa and, as he puts it, “My awesome mother, Gail.” Because I’m Your Dad is both a tribute to his happy childhood and a promise to his daughter, Halo. Ahmet grew up with a learning disability and now writes books to help children discover how wonderful reading can be. Through his production company, Monsterfoot Productions, Ahmet has developed several television shows and movies, including “The Odd Life of Timothy Green.” {And if you saw the film, you know he’s an absolutely amazing storyteller. Like, stellar.}

Celebrate all the Dads in your life this Father’s Day

If you’re looking for some fun Father’s Day ideas, I’ve got a whole board of pins that are all about dad – from bacon and beer based recipes, to creative DIY gift ideas – on my Father’s Day Pinterest board. And speaking of DIY – check out this adorable set of Printable “Fun Time with Dad” Coupons that you can use to make your own free gift for dad. And why not include a copy of this super fun book too? {Buy it here – Because You’re My Dad official site.} It’s got a really great message – uplifting and positive, and a great way to share with any dad in your life that you love and appreciate them. But it’s not too mushy or sappy, and the rhyming text is silly enough to make the little ones giggle as you read it. Get a feel for it here:

Why this book rocks

In a text that’s both playful and loving, a father expresses his hopes and dreams for a one-of-a-kind relationship with his child. Whimsical monster characters bring the silly and sweet scenes to life and keep the book universal. The book’s ending, a moving tribute to the author’s father, guarantees intergenerational appeal.

Father's Day book prize package

Want to get your hands on a free copy of this adorable book?

Get ready to fall in love before you’re even done reading this book for the first time, and be prepared for it to become the most requested story in your home. One of you will win a free copy of Because I’m Your Dad, plus a fun set of bongo drums to play along! Enter below using the easy peasy Rafflecopter form. Have fun & good luck!

Because I’m your dad, I will do all of these things for you and more . . .
because that’s what my dad did for me.

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Perfect for DIY Mommas or Father’s Day Gifts – $436 Ryobi Tools Giveaway!

I am super excited about this new giveaway… Whether you’re a DIY lady like me who loves having her own tools and gadgets, or maybe you’re just looking for an awesomesauce gift to give the special dudes in your life this Father’s Day – you’ll LOVE this prize package!

RYOBI Father's Day tool gifts

Ryobi Tools is one of the world’s largest tool manufacturers, offering a variety of pro-featured power tools for affordable prices. Ryobi’s tools are the top pick of many home owners, woodworkers, hoobyists, craftspeople, and contractors. All their tools are backed by a 30-day satisfactions guarantee and come with a 3-year limited warranty. That all combines to make them a rockin’ purchase for any tool lover!

Tools for dad at the Home Depot for Father's Day [Read more…]

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Splishin’ and Splashin’ – It’s Bath Time with Caillou!

Growing up with Caillou… If you’re mom to a toddler, odds are that you are a big fan of Caillou – the little boy who explores, discovers, and shares his adventures in growing up – each day on PBS and the Sprout channel. My little girl absolutely adores him. And, once I took some time to watch the cartoons with her, and saw the great messages and lessons that each episode teaches little ones, I loved it too. So, when I had the chance to check out one of the newest Caillou toys for bath time – Well, I don’t know who was more excited – me, or Abby…. :)

Caillou bath toy [Read more…]

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Mother’s Day Gift Basket Giveaway Event

“Mothers are like glue. Even when you can’t see them, they’re still holding the family together.” – Susan Gale… It’s almost that time ladies – the time of year where we get a little bit of extra appreciation for what we do. For changing diapers, shuttling kids to soccer practice, learning which clothing brands are “cool” enough for your kids, and actually splurging on them from time to time… You know, all of the things we do to help our family be happy, healthy, and running smoothly. So, don’t we deserve a perk once in awhile?

Mother's Day Giveaway Event [Read more…]

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