I had a record number of entries for my Sesame Street Naturals Giveaway!
THANK YOU for making it such a HUGE success!!
Winners picked by random.org:
HUGE Congratulations to @cin_20, @kcoud33 and @dawkinscj!!
Thanks again for entering!!
Sara
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner!
I had a record number of entries for my Sesame Street Naturals Giveaway!
THANK YOU for making it such a HUGE success!!
Winners picked by random.org:
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
10 Tips - Family Road Safety
We love roadtrips! They are so much fun and you can stop and goof around along the way. There is no time restraint and not many rules!
My father-in-law used to tell my mother-in-law to pack a small bag (this usually included her camera, a toothbrush and undies) and they would drive down the Oregon Coast. These stories make me so jealous!
My husband isn't nearly as spontaneous, and, even if he was, South Texas isn't quite as nice (weather or landscape) as Oregon!
1. Plan AHEAD!
-- Really, this is all-encompassing for me. Pack blankets, water, snacks, jumper cables, make sure you have an inflated spare tire, etc., etc.
2. Know your limits.
-- If you are driving long distances, make sure you plan to stop and sleep along the way.
3. Stay awake.
-- I am HORRIBLE with this one. I don't love driving, so when we travel, my husband drives and I tend to sleep. I have been trying to get better with this by drinking water, listening to upbeat music and munching on snacks! We usually travel late at night or early in the morning so that the kiddos don't miss out on anything and I want him to stay awake to focus on the road. If I am awake, I KNOW he isn't dozing off.
4. Put your phone on silent.
-- It's so easy to get distracted by the phone. If I am driving, I don't usually put my phone on silent, but I put my purse on the floor in front of the passenger seat. So, I wouldn't be able to reach it even if I wanted to! If my husband is driving, I take his phone and play Angry Birds, so I don't worry about it as a distraction for him. This goes without saying - but NEVER, NEVER text while you are driving. If you need to send a text, pull over or have your co-pilot do it for you!
5. Keep a map in the car.
-- I have a GPS, my husband's phone has a GPS in it, but we ALWAYS have a Texas map in our car so that if we needed it, we would have it. (Have you heard about the people that get lost for days and days because their GPS units sent them down the wrong road?!)
6. Wear your seat belts.
-- Do I really need to explain this? Wear your seat belts - set a good example for your kids. My biggest pet peeve is seeing kids that are goofing around, obviously unbuckled, in the car.
7. Watch your speed.
-- For at least two reasons: 1. So you don't get pulled over, 2. if you are going to fast, it's dangerous!
8. Keep your eye on the gas.
-- You don't want to run out of gas and then have to hike 5 or more miles to find a gas station. (Especially when you live in Texas and it's already 100+ degrees outside!)
9. Safelite AutoGlass brings you peace of mind by emailing you a Technician Profile before your appointment, showing you a photograph and credentials of the technician coming to your home or place of business.
-- I haven't had the pleasure of working with Safelite, but I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that they email you a PHOTO and credentials of the technician! It makes me feel so safe and tells me that this company really does care.
10. A chip could turn into a crack at any time, often when you are least expecting it. Windshield repair is often a safe and economical alternative to a full windshield replacement.
-- Our weather is insane. It's mostly hot and humid with about 2 weeks of winter every year. I once had a car (before I was married) that had a tiny windshield chip, and it started to spread in the middle of the summer. My Dad had that fixed for me.
More about Safelite AutoGlass:
Safelite AutoGlass® was founded in 1947. Throughout our more than 60 years of service, our company has grown from a single store in Wichita, Kansas, to a national auto glass provider, serving nearly 4 million customers per year.
Through industry-leading 24-hour instant scheduling, convenient in-shop or mobile service, top-of-the-line materials and SafeTech™ certified technicians, you'll find that Safelite AutoGlass offers superior customer service, value and quality.
More info: http://www.safelite.com
Follow Safelite on Twitter: @safelite
Find Safelite on Facebook
What about you - do you love roadtrips? How do you keep you and your family safe when you are on the road?
I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Safelite blogging program, for a gift card worth $30. For more information on how you can participate, click here.
My father-in-law used to tell my mother-in-law to pack a small bag (this usually included her camera, a toothbrush and undies) and they would drive down the Oregon Coast. These stories make me so jealous!
My husband isn't nearly as spontaneous, and, even if he was, South Texas isn't quite as nice (weather or landscape) as Oregon!
1. Plan AHEAD!
-- Really, this is all-encompassing for me. Pack blankets, water, snacks, jumper cables, make sure you have an inflated spare tire, etc., etc.
2. Know your limits.
-- If you are driving long distances, make sure you plan to stop and sleep along the way.
3. Stay awake.
-- I am HORRIBLE with this one. I don't love driving, so when we travel, my husband drives and I tend to sleep. I have been trying to get better with this by drinking water, listening to upbeat music and munching on snacks! We usually travel late at night or early in the morning so that the kiddos don't miss out on anything and I want him to stay awake to focus on the road. If I am awake, I KNOW he isn't dozing off.
4. Put your phone on silent.
-- It's so easy to get distracted by the phone. If I am driving, I don't usually put my phone on silent, but I put my purse on the floor in front of the passenger seat. So, I wouldn't be able to reach it even if I wanted to! If my husband is driving, I take his phone and play Angry Birds, so I don't worry about it as a distraction for him. This goes without saying - but NEVER, NEVER text while you are driving. If you need to send a text, pull over or have your co-pilot do it for you!
5. Keep a map in the car.
-- I have a GPS, my husband's phone has a GPS in it, but we ALWAYS have a Texas map in our car so that if we needed it, we would have it. (Have you heard about the people that get lost for days and days because their GPS units sent them down the wrong road?!)
6. Wear your seat belts.
-- Do I really need to explain this? Wear your seat belts - set a good example for your kids. My biggest pet peeve is seeing kids that are goofing around, obviously unbuckled, in the car.
7. Watch your speed.
-- For at least two reasons: 1. So you don't get pulled over, 2. if you are going to fast, it's dangerous!
8. Keep your eye on the gas.
-- You don't want to run out of gas and then have to hike 5 or more miles to find a gas station. (Especially when you live in Texas and it's already 100+ degrees outside!)
9. Safelite AutoGlass brings you peace of mind by emailing you a Technician Profile before your appointment, showing you a photograph and credentials of the technician coming to your home or place of business.
-- I haven't had the pleasure of working with Safelite, but I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that they email you a PHOTO and credentials of the technician! It makes me feel so safe and tells me that this company really does care.
10. A chip could turn into a crack at any time, often when you are least expecting it. Windshield repair is often a safe and economical alternative to a full windshield replacement.
-- Our weather is insane. It's mostly hot and humid with about 2 weeks of winter every year. I once had a car (before I was married) that had a tiny windshield chip, and it started to spread in the middle of the summer. My Dad had that fixed for me.
More about Safelite AutoGlass:
Safelite AutoGlass® was founded in 1947. Throughout our more than 60 years of service, our company has grown from a single store in Wichita, Kansas, to a national auto glass provider, serving nearly 4 million customers per year.
Through industry-leading 24-hour instant scheduling, convenient in-shop or mobile service, top-of-the-line materials and SafeTech™ certified technicians, you'll find that Safelite AutoGlass offers superior customer service, value and quality.
More info: http://www.safelite.com
Follow Safelite on Twitter: @safelite
Find Safelite on Facebook
What about you - do you love roadtrips? How do you keep you and your family safe when you are on the road?
I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Safelite blogging program, for a gift card worth $30. For more information on how you can participate, click here.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Sesame Street® Baby Naturals - Review & Giveaway {3 winners!!} *CLOSED*
I was given the opportunity to do a review/giveaway for The Village Company and their Sesame Street Naturals line!
C has HORRIBLE eczema! We fight to keep it under control by using a doctor-prescribed steroid cream. We are learning as we go, as J doesn't (and never did) have ezcema, but we are FINALLY realizing that if C starts to itch, the eczema will appear in the next day or two.
I just knew that the Sesame Street Naturals line would work for him because it is Hypo-Allergenic and Dye-Free.
More about the Naturals:
With Sweet Almond Oil and Aloe, Sesame Street® Baby Naturals products were developed especially for gentle cleansing and natural moisturizing. We have taken extra care to ensure the best for baby: Tear-Free, Hypo-Allergenic, Dermatologist & Pediatrician Tested, Dye-Free, and Paraben-Free. Each formula also contains naturally-derived ingredients to nourish skin and help restore natural moisture(1).
So, I got C's ezcema as controlled as I can and then I let him take a bubble bath!! The Baby Bubble Bath smells amazing! I was really impressed with the amount of bubbles that came from just a small amount of soap!
C played for a bit, and then I got out the loofa I bought to use with the Shampoo/Body Wash. It lathered so much better than a non-soap that we {usually} use! It smells much like the bubble bath - a smell I really enjoy! Then I washed C's hair, I could tell a big difference between the Sesame Street Naturals and other shampoo/washes.
Typically, the 2 or 3-in-1 shampoo/washes make C's eczema go CRAZY, but in addition to that, they make his hair feel dry and gross. Sesame Street Naturals did neither.
Lastly, the Shea Butter Baby Lotion - one word - LOVE! It's such a smooth, creamy lotion! It absorbs so quickly and didn't leave a sticky feeling on C's skin!
Do you want some more information about The Village Company?
The Village Company is a privately held, rapidly growing producer and marketer of leading personal care brands, including Mr. Bubble, the #1 Overall Bath Brand; Sesame Street, the #1 Licensed Bath Brand; Village Naturals Bath Shoppe, the #1 Adult Bath; and Village Naturals Therapy, the #1 Therapeutic Bath Brand(1).
Where can you buy Sesame Street Naturals?
It is available exclusively in select Target stores. You can check their Store Locator for a store near you!
Now ... for the part I know you are waiting for ...
GIVEAWAY!
Main Entry: Visit The Village Company and tell me what you think you will like MOST about the Naturals line.
Bonus Entries (Please post a separate comment for EACH extra entry):
1. Follow my Google Friend Connect.
2. Follow me on Twitter!
3. Follow @TheVillageCo on Twitter!
4. Like The Village Company on Facebook!
5. Tweet this giveaway (make sure you leave the link)! You can do this 2 times a day (please, at least one hour apart) for a total of 2 entries per day.
" You can #win Sesame Street Naturals from @TheVillageCo and @Doodle741! Ends 5.31 http://tinyurl.com/6xmbbe6 - 3 winners!! "
{Please note that this giveaway is for US only, sorry!}
GOOD LUCK!
(1) This information was provided to me from The Village Company and can be found on their website.
Full Disclosure – I received these products to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
End of the school year ...
Well, it's that time of year again - the end of the school year. I am SO excited! We have had a really rough time with J's teacher this year - I don't blame it ALL on her.
Anyway - I want to know:
1. Do you give your child's teacher something for the end of the year? If so, what? (Do you do something different if you have butted heads with that teacher?)
2. Do you give the bus driver something? Again, what?
3. What are your plans for the summer? Anything exciting?!
I asked J what he wanted to do this summer. On the top of his list: "get a dog" ... EEK!!
Thanks for your feedback! :)
Sara
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Slow Cooker Lasagna
I want you to know that this is not completely mine - I started with a recipe I got from Kraft Foods, then I altered it to fit our family. Slow Cooker Lasagna Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef 1 jar Ragu Sauce 1 cup water 1 container (15 oz.) Cottage Cheese 1 pkg. Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided 1 egg 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 6 lasagna noodles, uncooked (I think I usually use more than 6 ... but I don't ever count, I just layer until it's done.) Make it: Brown meat in large skillet, then drain. Stir in Ragu and water. Mix cottage cheese, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella, 2 Tbsp. Parmesan, egg and parsley. Spoon 1 cup meat sauce into slow cooker, top with layers of half each of the noodles, broken to fit, and cheese mixture. Cover with 2 cups meat sauce. Top with remaining noodles, broken to fit, cheese mixture and meat sauce. Cover with lid. Cook on LOW 4 to 6 hours or until liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses; let stand, covered, 10 min. or until melted. *Sara Note: I am not a precise person, so when I make it, MY measurements are guesstimations, the measurements provided in the "Make It" portion is what Kraft suggests!) Enjoy! Sara
Monday, March 28, 2011
Shoplet ROCKS!
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Buzzing the Day Away Giveaway
I stumbled across a blog, Buzzing the Day Away, and she has an awesome giveaway for Disney's Tangled! I am so excited for it!! While I hope I win, I hope you'll give it a try!! :) Buzzing the Day Away Giveaway Post! If you decide you don't want to enter, she has a great blog and I hope you'll swing by and check it out! Good luck! Sara
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