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Rafflecopter: Win a NFL Jersey from Pet Super Store and Show YOUR Pet’s Team Spirit!

Due to some craziness that life threw our way, I ended up with an extremely blended household – including my brother and two nephews, me, the baby, and her dad, our dog Deuce, plus my mom and her 4 dachshunds… So we are a VERY full house – full of kids, full of craziness, and full of dogs – but totally full of love! We’re also one of those families. You know, the kind that dress up their dogs for holidays and special occasions. Love it. I mean, Abby gets a new Christmas dress each year, why shouldn’t grandma’s dogs get one too? And the dogs would feel totally left out if they didn’t get Halloween costumes, right? {Yes, I hear some of you shaking your heads. I don’t care, lol.}

NFL Dog Jerseys from Pet Super Store!

My boyfriend hates all of this nonsense most of the time. A regular ol’ grinch he is. But for once, he was actually super excited to get Deuce a new outfit – Only because it was his new Seattle Seahawks Dog Jersey from Pet Super Store!! He is a HUGE Seahawks fan. We already had a sweatshirt for him, and a jacket for the baby – so it was about time we got Deuce something too, since they all watch football together.

Little Seahawks Fans!

Like I said – I’ve got some serious Seahawks fans in my house!! Abby loved that Deuce had something that matched her own jacket, and ran to grab her Seahawks football. Too cute. So of course I had to let the two of them head on out to the yard to play, right? Deuce was SO excited to show off his football skills in his new NFL Jersey – you know how kids can run faster when they get new shoes? Well, he can RUN faster than ever in his new jersey! Watch the video to see him in action….

Why is this a Must-Have item for Pet Owners??

Double your fun watching pro sports by dressing your dog in one of our stylish NFL sports team jerseys or sweaters. Like your dogs, our dog jerseys come in sizes from extra-small to extra-large guaranteed to make your dog or pet the life of the party for any game at home or outside. Bark and cheer in style with Pet Super Store NFL team dog jerseys and sweaters. Note—Pet Super Store does not recommend painting your dog’s face to match yours.

Pet Super Store Jersey Gives Deuce Super Speed!

One of my Favorite things on Pet Super Store:

Our Low Price Guarantee states if you can find a NFL Dog Jerseys cost that is better then ours we will match it 100% of the time. We are working hard to find the best NFL Dog Jerseys available anywhere.

Want to WIN an NFL Jersey for YOUR Dog too??

One lucky Sunshine and Sippy Cups fans is going to WIN their choice of awesome NFL Jersey from Pet Super Store! Use the easy peasy Rafflecopter form to get your entries in – and good luck!!

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Posted by Meagan Paullin on October 24, 2011 Filed Under: Giveaways | 34 Comments

Rafflecopter: JumpStart Games Review and Giveaway!

Award Winning Games!

JumpStart games have already won many awards – like the National Parenting Seal of Approval – and now they are nominated for another one! Every year, the SheKnows Parenting Awards program selects the leading products available to parents in a multitude of categories – from baby gear to eco-friendly gadgets, and everything in between. This year JumpStart.com has been honored as a nominee for the top “Website for Kids” in their entertainment category!

Want to learn why people LOVE JumpStart.com?

Well, I can tell you why WE love it – it is a perfect mixture of fun, learning, and “cool” – meaning, the kids ask to play it all the time! And while we’ve only been exploring the games on the site for about a week now, I can tell that this is something the boys can enjoy for a long time without getting bored – there is SO much to do in this online world. I’m incredibly impressed. And, the more that they explore, and the more activities they complete, the more points they get – which then unlocks even MORE great stuff. This gives them a fun incentive to keep playing and learning!

Some of our Favorite Features:

Little Guy: He just turned 5, and started kindergarten this year, and has some trouble figuring out how to play a lot of the educational games we’ve tried out – even when they’re targeted towards his age bracket. JumpStarts online world has a few areas for him – StoryLand, aimed at 3-5 year olds, plus AdventureLand and MarineLand, designed for kids in kindergarten to second grade. They are just perfect! He can play alone without help, doesn’t get stuck or frustrated – and giggles away like crazy while he explores around! One of his favorites right away was the silly monkeys – The activity gives you a number. Then the monkeys swing out of the trees with different numbers, and he clicks on the one that matches. He LOVES these types of games, and they are really helping to reinforce what he is learning in the classroom.

Big Guy: He is 8 years old, and a bit harder to impress, lol. He is a total video game junkie, and it is tough for me to drag him away from his beloved XBOX Live most afternoons. But – I was really surprised to find that he totally loves the JumpStart world of games too!! He plays the Enchanted Sanctuary land {3rd to 5th grades} where he gets to train his own dragon. I feel quite sneaky, knowing that he’s doing something educational, while he thinks he’s just playing a cool game. There is also a feature on JumpStart.com that you can set up, so that the kids can play with their friends – when you log into your account, you get a “Buddy Code” that you can share with your friends – and then they can add it to their own accounts, and the kids can do live chat and play together! {And I feel MUCH better about this, then when he asks to chat live on the XBOX, that is for SURE!}

What I Love:

I set up the JumpStart Connect, which connects the games with my Facebook page, and lets me stay updated on what the kids are up to while playing.
There are some really great printable worksheets, organized by age group, and categories like math or reading, and you have access to them all right from your site!
The combination of a very fun, upbeat learning environment, and cool features for older kids to enjoy – plus loads of cool app’s and extras. A subscription to this awesome online world is SO worth it for any family! Check it out, and try some of the games for free – I guarantee YOUR family will fall in love too!

Win a FREE 3-Month Membership for YOUR Family!

The regular subscription costs are:

$7.99 per month.
$74.99 for a full year.
$149.00 for a LIFETIME membership!

You can add up to 6 kids on each account, so the whole family can play for one low price. And you get access to the printable worksheets, the whole JumpStart.com online world of games, access to the MathBlaster.com site too, PLUS a bonus of 4 downloadable games! Awesome, right? And one lucky Sunshine and Sippy Cups fan will WIN a full 3-month subscription to all of this!!

Enter to Win:

Use the easy peasy Rafflecopter form to enter – and Good Luck! {Disclosure: I was provided with a JumpStart membership at no cost by Knowledge Adventure in order to test the products’ abilities and give my own personal opinions on it. The opinions I have given are mine and may differ from others but were not influenced by the company or the free product provided.}

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Posted by Meagan Paullin on October 24, 2011 Filed Under: Giveaways | 6 Comments

Super Cute Bake Pops Kit – Buy One, Get One FREE!

Super fun Product – Super great deal!

These are so super fun – I used a set of these to help out with Birthday Party prep at a friends house last week – and had to search out a set for myself today. And – Found them with a super sweet deal right now too!

These pans and supplies make creating cake-pops so simple and quick – love it. You can use any type of cake mix – {which for me means a box of Betty Crocker, lol} – and the kit available includes the other supplies you need!

Included in your Bake Pops Kit:

TWO sets of Bake Pop pans
TWO decorating idea books filled with creative fun!
TWO squeeze bottles to help with decorating
18 reusable Bake Pop sticks – 2 sets
Plus another 18 wraps and ties, to package them pretty! – 2 sets

Love this, right?

Get this special Online-Only deal – Bake Pops Buy One, Get One Free!!

And…. You get ALL of that for less than $20 bucks! They have a special Buy One, Get One Free deal – which is why you get TWO sets of everything at that price. I’m going to use one for myself, and one as a Christmas gift. And I am super excited to make the little Reindeer Bake Pops that I saw in the decorating book!

What one reader says:

Who knew cake-on-a-stick would be so popular? I made some Bake Pops™ for my church event. I didn’t have to do much for decoration, just a dip in white chocolate and some sprinkles. Everyone at my church was so impressed! Now they think I’m some kind of master baker and are trying to put me in charge of a baked goods fund raiser. Ahhh!

Sarah P. – North Carolina

Ready to get Bake Poppin’ too?

Order your double set of Bake Pop pans and accessories – Bake Pop Buy One, Get One FREE Online-Only Sale!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on October 22, 2011 Filed Under: Freebies, Shopping | No Comments

Easier than Watching the Clearance Racks – How to Get Great Deals on Home Decor!

Great Deals today on HomeSav!

If you’re looking for some serious deals on great stuff for your home – then HomeSav is for you – it’s much easier than trying to watch the clearance racks at your favorite department stores! You’ll find deals on everything from gourmet foods and high-end cookware, to fun candles and gorgeous artwork. This is one of my favorites to check out each day – I’ve gotten great stuff, always at 70-80% off!! And their selection is always really great too – like, how fun is this super cute bedding set for a little girl? Love it.

To check it out for yourself, set up a FREE account – HomeSav.com Sign Up – so that you can see the exclusive deals, and get the weekly email updates on new events!

Plus – once you sign up, you can share these deals with your friends, and earn $25 per person who joins too! {You can earn up to $1,000 dollars – wow, right??}

A few of the great sale events on now:

Foxy’s Gourmet ‘food & drink mixes’ – so many yummy choices – I bought a some of these today to stock up for holiday entertaining. Got the dips, desserts, and cocktails!
Bodrum Linens ‘Turkish table linens’ – so perfectly pretty.
Blueprint Artwork ‘alphabet art’, Part I – I LOVE alphabet art!
Way Basics ‘modern storage’ – super cool stuff.

So head over to HomeSav today, so you’re not missing out on one of my favorite “secrets” to get deals on designer products for your families home! If you have friends who would love these deals too – feel free to use the social buttons to share to Facebook and Twitter!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on October 22, 2011 Filed Under: Shopping, Deals and Coupon Codes | No Comments

Support Women in Business -Teach, Play, Inspire with Discovery Toys! #directsales directory

Introducing my NEW Discovery Toys Consultant Business to the Direct Sales Directory!

The brand new Direct Sales Directory will be launching soon – {Click the new tab in the navigation bar to learn more about it!} – and while I’m still in the process of building it, I’ve been introducing you to some of the amazing women who will be a part of it!

You’ve met Lucinda from Scentsy, Staci from Arbonne, Hillary from Cookie Lee, and Breanna from It Works! – now you can learn a little more about my brand new adventure into Direct Sales as an Educational Consultant for Discovery Toys!

Coming Soon!!

My new Direct Sales Directory will soon be a great place for you to check out a bunch of different options, and find the company that is right for you! All of the women joining are total pro’s, and can answer your questions, and get you started on your way to success! Plus, what a great way to support other women in business – Do your holiday shopping by ordering amazing products directly from these great ladies!

Why Direct Sales?

Direct Sales is SUCH a great option for busy moms – you have total flexibility on your hours, which is so important. Whether you want to earn a part-time income, or build a full-time career for yourself, the sky is the limit! And when you shop from a Direct Sales Rep, you are able to use your purchasing power to help other great women in business!

Learn more about how you can Teach, Play, and Inspire with Discovery Toys!

When I decided that I wanted to make the leap back into the exciting world of Direct Sales, I did a lot of research trying to find the right fit for me – I wanted something that I could really get excited about. I had never even heard of Discovery Toys until I randomly came across it online, but I was so excited when I found it!

I love their Mission:

Teach – Discovery Toys creates highly engaging learning toys, books, games and music that help parents and others teach learning skills through play.
Play – Discovery Toys ignites the imagination and interest of children as they learn and grow through play each day.
Inspire – Discovery Toys inspires learning! Our products not only inspire children to learn, they inspire parents and educators to teach and learn along with them.

And I love the feedback I got from others!

Before committing to joining Discovery Toys, I asked around about them – since I’d never heard of them, and had no experience with the product, I wanted to know more. So many people told me the exact same thing – these toys are great quality, and unlike the cheap toys at some stores, these toys LAST! Many moms told me that their favorite Discovery Toys made it through several rowdy toddlers, still in great shape.

I have a friend who worked at a local childcare center, and she said these were some of their most popular toys! They were popular with the kids because they were fun, popular with the parents because they were educational, and super popular with the staff because – unlike off brand similar products that they would try – these toys were durable enough to last for years. That was enough to sell ME on them!

They have a long history –

The company was founded by an early childhood educator in 1978 and continues to grow from our passion for helping children through play. Today, we are the leader in learning toys for early childhood education as the foremost direct marketing company of its kind.

Discovery Toys has been helping parents to “Teach. Play. Inspire.” with our high-quality educational toys, books, games and music for over three decades.

Ready to Learn More?

Visit my Discovery Toys website to learn more about the great product selection – and find some new favorites for YOUR family! You can order some great gifts directly from the site – or email me at meagan.paullin@yahoo.com with any questions at all! You can also follow me on Facebook for updates on sales, promotions, and great giveaways!

What do you think?

Are you a fan of Discovery Toys already? What is your favorite toy?? If you haven’t experienced them yet…. what do you think of the company so far – would you be interested in learning more, or joining my team? Feel free to contact me with any questions! And if YOU are an enthusiastic and motivated Direct Sales rep – Learn more about the Direct Sales Directory, and email me if you’d like to join us in promoting our businesses too!

Posted by Meagan Paullin on October 19, 2011 Filed Under: Shopping | 2 Comments

Michael’s Craft Store – Free Halloween Kids Projects, Coupons, and Giveaways!

Loads of Halloween Freebies!

Want a free activity for the kids? Check out the list of Free Michael’s Make & Take Projects going on over the next couple months – you just bring the kids down to the local store, find the Make & Take area, and they’ll help the kids put together a super fun creation! {Some projects require a purchase, like a pumpkin or t-shirt – but then all other materials are supplied!}

Win Prizes from Michael’s!

Enter the Spooky Craft-o-Ween Contest on Michael’s Facebook page for a chance to win HUGE prizes! Just share your best Halloween creation for a chance to win a trip and more – Plus, you have a chance to win a $25 gift card just by voting for your favorites!

Get the latest weekly coupons too!

Check out the Michael’s Weekly Ad to find out what’s on sale, and get some sweet savings coupons too!

This week you’ll find a coupon for 40% off one regular price item of your choice, another coupon for 20% off on Martha Stewart Scrapbooking supplies, and a coupon to save 55% off of any custom framing project too!

Win prizes from ME too!

You can also share your best Halloween creations on my Facebook wall too – I’ll feature some of my favorites here on the site the week of Halloween, and send out some little goodie bags to a few of you too!

People who love crafts can learn about the top online schools for design
via Guide to Online Schools.

Posted by Meagan Paullin on October 19, 2011 Filed Under: Freebies, Giveaways | 1 Comment

{Sweet Deal!} What’s YOUR Favorite Disney Movie?

What’s YOUR favorite Disney Movie?

Is it one from when you were a kid, like 101 Dalmatians or Alice in Wonderland? Or do you love the newer ones that you’ve probably seen with the kids, like Tangled or Wall-E? I admit, I’d have a pretty darn hard time picking favorites – I’m a kid at heart, and love me some great cartoons, it’s true! {And if I had to pick a favorite, it’s probably the Muppets…. The old Muppet Christmas Movie is one of my favorite movies of all time, but the newer ones are great too! } And with the Disney Movie Club, there is such a huge selection, I had a hard time tonight picking out which ones to get!

Great deals on great movies!

A great way to stock up on some of your favorite movies is to join the Disney Movie Club! It works the same way as the book clubs – you get a bunch of great freebies when you sign up, and then tons more deals on new movies each month!

4 Disney Movies for $1.00 plus Free Pluto Ornament and Free Shipping on initial order with membership. Click Here to get started today!

Do I hear Christmas Shopping?

This is a super smart way to stock up on Holiday gifts too! You’ll get all 4 movies and the super cute ornament… Plus exclusive savings on additional movies after you join – and every kid loves a great movie, right?

So check it out, and get some great deals today!

You’ll find all of the details on how the club works on their site – Disney Movie Club…. And then leave me a comment telling me – what’s YOUR favorite Disney Movie?? I’d love to hear ’em!