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Blogger PR Kickoff #Giveaway US/CAN

May 20, 2012
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Blogger PR Kickoff #Giveaway US/CAN

We are celebrating the launch of BloggerPR, which is a brand new support and media group for bloggers. Over 50 blogs are giving away some amazing prizes valued over $25! This event will run from May 21-27, 2012. Join us as we kick off a brand new and exciting venture for our members! I...

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New Clip from Disney/Pixar’s Brave!

May 19, 2012
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I am thrilled to be able to share a new clip from Disney/Pixar’s Brave with you! My boys cannot wait for this movie to come out on June 22! By that time, we may be moved, or in the process of moving to the New England area, and have some free time to go...

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Dad’s Backyard Oasis Father’s Day Event

May 19, 2012
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Dad’s Backyard Oasis Father’s Day Event

It’s finally here…. the Dad’s Backyard Oasis Father’s Day giveaway event! Hosted by Bella Savvy and Mom to Bed by 8 Co-hosted by Giveaway Bandit, To Sew With Love, Living Unrefined, Mumblebee Inc., Some Call It Natural and What Mommy Wants WOW, YOUR DAD ON FATHER’S DAY! This year, Black & Decker is making...

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Selling our House

May 18, 2012
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My husband has just accepted a huge job promotion with his company. With the promotion, though, we will be moving from Oklahoma, across the country to New England! We were not prepared for such a huge move, much less putting our home on the market. We have a list of things to do to...

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Oh So Pretty #Giveaway US/CAN

May 17, 2012
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Oh So Pretty #Giveaway US/CAN

    Welcome to the Oh! So Pretty Hop hosted by How Was Your Day? and Saved By Grace.  All of the blogs below have joined forces to bring you beauty-related giveaways.  Each blog has a prize package of at least $25 worth of cosmetics, perfumes, and other beauty products.  Once you’ve entered here,...

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Love in Bloom #Giveaway US/CAN

May 17, 2012
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Love in Bloom #Giveaway US/CAN

For this hop, I am giving away one paperback book of your choice. You may choose between authors Rachel Hauck, Karen Kingsbury, or any Christian Fiction Author. To enter, just complete the Rafflecopter form below.

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New Sweeps for a Step2 Kiddie Pool!

May 17, 2012
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New Sweeps for a Step2 Kiddie Pool!

New Sweeps launching today! Enter to win a Step2 Kiddie Pool, Courtesy of Lullaby Lane!!

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2 Days left to enter to #win a Dyson!

May 16, 2012
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2 Days left to enter to #win a Dyson!

The Dyson Sweepstakes ends this Friday at midnight, so if you haven’t entered to win yet, be sure to check it out soon! To enter, just click the image above, it will take you right to the sweepstakes entry form

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$100 Amazon Twitter Blast #Giveaway

May 15, 2012
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$100 Amazon Twitter Blast #Giveaway

Ready to win another $100 Amazon code? Enter on the Rafflecopter form below: a Rafflecopter giveaway

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Happy Tails Spa #Giveaway

May 14, 2012
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Happy Tails Spa #Giveaway

Welcome to Happy Tails Spa Giveaway Event hosted by Two Little Cavaliers, and sponsored by Happy Tails Spa! This event begins on May 15, 2012 at 12:01am EST and will end on May 29, 2012 at 11:59pm EST. Disclaimer: Please note that the Happy Tails Spa Host and participating bloggers are not responsible for...

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Happy Tails Spa $100 #Giveaway US

May 14, 2012
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Happy Tails Spa $100 #Giveaway US

About a month or so ago, I finally caved in and let the boys get a dog. I was resistant because I felt like I already had my hands full with three little boys (and one big one) in the house, but they finally swayed me. I have to say that the kids have done a fantastic...

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Rizzoli and Isles

May 14, 2012
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Rizzoli and Isles

  I cannot wait for June 5th when Season 3 of Rizzoli and Isles premiers on TNT at 9/8c. If you haven’t seen this show yet, you really must check it out, these women are a hoot! The show is ‘technically’ a crime drama, and the Rizzoli, played by Angie Harmon is a detective...

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Magical Kiss

May 14, 2012
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Magical Kiss

In the season finale of Chuck, Sarah and our good hearted hero find themselves sitting on a beach side by side. The married couple reminisces and share one final kiss as the scene fades. Do you think her memories were starting to come back? Did that ‘one magical kiss’ succeed in kick starting Sarah’s...

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Guest Post: Shary Loves You shares about Tea Tree Oil!

May 14, 2012
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Guest Post: Shary Loves You shares about Tea Tree Oil!

Hello there! I’m Shary and I blog over at Shary Loves You. When Karen offered to have me guest post I was thrilled! I myself am both practical and frugal and I wanted to take the opportunity today to tell you all about one of my favorite products ever. Source: care2.com via Shary on...

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$400 Cash #Giveaway WW

May 14, 2012
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$400 Cash #Giveaway WW

Welcome to the May Extreme Cash Giveaway! Practical Frugality has teamed up with over 80 awesome blogs to bring you the chance to win $400 cash! This giveaway runs for a whole month, so don’t worry if you don’t have time to do all the entries at once. And don’t forget there are daily...

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Summer Splash #Giveaway US/CAN

May 14, 2012
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Summer Splash #Giveaway US/CAN

Welcome to Summer Splash hosted by Life With Two Boys, With Our Best, and Bella So Savvy! This event begins on May 14, 2012 at 12:01am EST and will end on May 27, 2012 at 11:59pm EST. Over 100 blogs have come together to bring you some amazing prizes to help you kick off...

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Happy Mother’s Day

May 12, 2012
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Happy Mother’s Day

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Turn to You

May 12, 2012
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Justin Bieber Debuts New Song “Turn to You” A great piece of advice for your children as they are growing up and entering relationships of their own, is to advise them to see how their significant other treats their parents. If a boy respects his mom, he’ll likely respect his wife. If a girl respects her...

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#DawnPowerClean

May 11, 2012
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#DawnPowerClean

I was thrilled to receive the new Dawn Power Clean Dish Soap and to take the 5 Minute Challenge. If you know me at all, you know I loathe washing dishes, and do everything possible not to purchase or use any dishes that are not dishwasher safe. EVERYTHING goes in the dishwasher around here!...

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Chuck with Discount Code!

May 8, 2012
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Chuck with Discount Code!

In ‘Chuck Versus the Santa Suit’ it’s Christmas at the Buy More. Chuck’s sister Ellie is in full Christmas mode, meanwhile the Omen virus has infected computers worldwide. The virus causes holiday shoppers to panic and things get a little out of control. I love shopping Black Friday, because it enables me to take...

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