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Cupid and Cash a Perfect Valentine’s Givewaway (2/14)

February 1, 2013 in Giveaways with 0 Comments

Welcome to the 2nd annual Cupid’s Cash Giveaway hosted by MamaNYC!

I know it’s hard to believe that January is already over, but it is time to start thinking about February and Valentine’s Day. But I am only thinking about the Super Bowl this weekend. Check out my STORY. I’m going to New Orleans.

In spite of my location, I am taking part in a great giveaway with some fun blogging pals! Instead of a prize you might or might not want, we are giving away CASH! Who doesn’t love/need CASH? This event is going to run from February 1-14, 2013 and open to residents WORLDWIDE. Keep reading to find out how to enter this giveaway!

One lucky winner is going to receive. . .

$500.00 PayPal CASH!

Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below in order to enter this giveaway. Open to residents WORLDWIDE; 18+. Winner must have a PayPal account in order to claim this cash prize.

All entries are optional, but your odds greatly increase as you complete each entry. This giveaway will end on February 14, 2013 at 11:59pm EST. Winner will have 48 hours to confirm winnings or the prize will be forfeited and a new winner will be selected. Please note that you only need to enter this giveaway ONE time since we are all using the SAME Rafflecopter widget code. Look for the Cupid’s Cash Giveaway button if you are unsure.

Good Luck & Have Fun!

THE BIG GAME–Here I come!

January 31, 2013 in Life with 1 Comment

I am heading to the Super Bowl in New Orleans today! I can’t believe what I just wrote! I am actually getting in a car that is bound for the Big Easy!

I am a die-hard Baltimore Ravens fan. I grew up a Baltimore Colts fan and am still a little bitter about their move to Indianapolis. I left Baltimore in 1979, but returned in 2002. In the ensuing years, wherever I lived I cheered on the Baltimore sports teams. My sister’s family has season tickets to the Ravens, so over the years I have gone to games. Big Games, like AFC play-off games!

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And I was at Ray Lewis’ last home game. I snapped a shot of him dancing after the final play!

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I hoped we might win in the season ticket holder lottery–NOPE! I entered soooo many sweepstakes and contests online for tickets. I passed on all the entry links to my family in hopes that someone would win. Finally on Tuesday, my niece, who lives in Denver now, called and said she had WON the Soda Stream Super Bowl Giveaway. Imagine the excitement. She was going to take her Dad! The package was valued at $15,000. Wow! I had never been so close to a real contest winner! Here she is at a game a few years ago. I know her and my brother are going to have the time of the lives! Both are such huge RAVENS fans!!

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But, here’s what happened next….

My brother-in-law and I had been tracking the price of tickets online. We had hoped to be able to get some affordable tickets, with a view of the field! Each day I would ‘sigh’ and sign off–too expensive. All that changed on Tuesday. Motivation! Excitement! Let’s Go! We now knew someone going…could we find tickets and get there????? YES! Sarah’s win pushed us over the top. We had to go! We found a deal on four tickets, we found a place to stay for free and we could drive there. My sister, brother-in-law, nephew and I are getting in a car in a few hours for a very long drive to New Orleans…about 17 hours. I do not think any of us in the car will be complaining. We are going to the SUPER BOWL.

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If you don’t have a team to cheer for, how about joining me in cheering on the RAVENS?!!

I will post some shots from my trip when I return! GO RAVENS!!

PS–I have always been a huge fan of Soda Stream and now even more. You can read my earlier review of their product here.

AND A BIG SHOUT-OUT to my sister Janice who is staying back to care for my Mom..and watch the game from the comfort of my sofa! Thanks Jan!

Del Monte “Add Some Garden” Giveaway

January 9, 2013 in Giveaways with 58 Comments

Thanks for entering. We have a winner! Congrats Crissi!!

Del Monte! Does it stir up memories for you of great fruits and vegetables? I know it does for me. Right now Del Monte is having a fun event “Add Some Garden” to your meals with Del Monte! As part of their new promotion, I received a gift pack of 5 Del Monte products pictured below—plus a $25 Visa Gift. My cupboard always has a few cans waiting for my next creation. It was the brand my Mom trusted and now so do I.

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Please visit the Del Monte Facebook page through February 4^th to enter the Del Monte “Add Some Garden” contest for the chance to win one of the many prizes available, including kitchen appliances, and $25 or $500 gift cards to Williams Sonoma. There will be five phases during the contest in which Del Monte will feature a different canned variety every two weeks. Submit your best tip and then other Del Monte fans will vote for their favorite tip. The five winning tips for each variety will go head-to-head for a chance to win a Grand Prize – valued at $10,000 – a culinary travel adventure. Here are the remaining weeks:

Peaches (January 7- January 20)
Pears (January 21- February 3)

I love the Del Monte products I received. Last week I fixed Green Beans – ala South Carolina! I miss the comfort foods of the south–I am not saying they are all that good for you, but I relax and smile while eating these beans.

Par boil some small white potatoes, in water with 1 teaspoon of salt, til tender. Cook up some bacon! Yipee!! Slice up a half pound of bacon into small strips. Fry til just barely crisp. I like mine a little crispy, but still limp. After the bacon is cooked add it to the green beans and then add the cooked potatoes. Heat thoroughly and serve. Y’all that’s some good beans!!

Here are a few facts from Del Monte to help you choose the best for your family!

Del Monte canned fruits, vegetables, and tomatoes contain the same essential nutrients as fresh varieties
Del Monte fruits and vegetables are grown in the best growing regions of the United States, providing consumers with a consistently quality product
The majority of Del Monte products are picked at the peak of ripeness and canned on the same day, to ensure nutrients and flavor are locked in

One of my readers will also win Five Del Monte canned varieties- Green Beans, Corn , Diced Tomatoes, Peaches, and Pears. Plus a $25 Visa gift card. Please leave a comment with your favorite vegetable to serve! This contest ends midnight EST January 11. Winner must respond by January 12 in order to receive this prize. Sorry this is soooo quick, but I have been out of town and unable to get this one posted!

For more information about Del Monte check them out here:

www.delmonte.com

www.facebook.com/delmonte
www.twitter.com/DelMonteFoods

disclosure: The Del Monte product, information, and two gift packs have been provided by Del Monte. These opinions are my own.

Dream Big in 2013 – with a free gift from Paper Coterie!

January 4, 2013 in Deals, Life with 1 Comment

PAPER COTERIE has the cutest, printable download for this month. If you love to journal/dream or want to journal/dream more, this is the perfect one! There are 52 questions to use for dreaming, planning and going BIG in 2013!

Each month there is new and FREE printable! In addition, their website is currently running a great deal on everyday cards – 35% off with the code NEWYEARCARDS.

ENJOY!

New Year–New Nails!

January 1, 2013 in Uncategorized with 1 Comment

Happy New Year! Here’s a quick thought and a great opportunity!

Julep is my ‘go-to’ nail polish! I love their shades, the quality of their polish and the many great other items available on their site. Earlier this year I became a Julep Maven. What is a Maven? Well, it is a monthly nail subscription program. I have loved picking my next shipment and waiting for the arrival!

First step, take their fun quiz and see which Julep Maven Style fits you. I am an IT GIRL, but some months I have opted for the BOHO CHIC set too. Once you have a style profile, Juelp sends your first nail polish set. It will contain at least 3 products, including 2 polishes.. As a MAVEN you have access to exclusive colors, collections and gifts. This year Oprah selected her favorite polishes and Julep put them in a cool lacquer box for a great price.

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So, how about a Nail Makeover for you? Try out the Julep Maven program – for a month..there is no obligation after the first shipment. But, I think you will love the colors and the quality! AND if you use the code PENNY, you can get your first set of colors for a penny (plus shipping and handling)

Check it out and let me know if you enjoy the program as much as I do! Happy Nail Painting!