Friday, November 30, 2012

Dinolingo



I had never heard of Dinolingo until I was sent an invite to watch the video with my children from Influenster. My kids and I just sat down and watched the little clip of Dinolingo above. It was easy to follow and understand. My 4 year old that has a learning disability picked up on some of the words right away. Others were not so easy for him. It does appear to be an easy and fun to understand way for children to pick up a new language with parental interaction.


Disclaimer: I am eligible to win free items for this posting from Influenster. All opinions are my own and have not been influenced by another party.

Colortime Crafts 15% Discount

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Since 1990, over 5 million children and adults have loved creating t-shirts, pillowcases, backpacks, tote bags, bandanas, and more for parties, slumber parties, and scout meetings with our permanent fabric markers. We have provided our customers the opportunity to entertain their guests with a creative activity that becomes a permanent keepsake. Also, we are a licensed vendor of the Girl Scouts of America. Check out our wholesale program, great for your organizations.

We also offeree downloadable coloring pages (http://www.colortime.com/Free-Coloring-Pages-c64.html) and a "Birthday Club" (http://www.colortime.com/Birthday-Club-c85.html) with special incentives.

Get 15% off all orders Promo Code: 15USFG when you check out at colortime.com



Disclaimer: I am eligible to receive an item at no cost for this posting.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Tech Lovers Giveaway





Tech Lovers Christmas giveaway

 And a Special Thanks to our Co-Host: Route 249 | Mom Blog Society | Jackie's Reviews | Geeky Gamer Mom | Tinkle Monkey | Country Stew | She Informed | S.O.S Mom | Inside My Head | Building Carpenters | Mom Does Reviews | Aunt Maggie Rocks | A Medic's World | Spend With Pennies | Bay Area Mommy | Mom's Living Thrifty | Sister's Saving Cents | My Vegan Gluten Free Life | Always Searching For Savings | What's Up - Giveaways, Contests, Promos and Deals | Don't Make Me Nuts | My Style Spot | Wife Mom Work Life | Counting To Ten | Coupons In Motion |  

Three great prizes for 3 lucky winners
The event dates: 11/30 - 12/10 Open World Wide. If the winner is outside the use they will receive and online gift card in the prize amount in place of the physical prize. NO EXCEPTIONS.

First Place Winner Xbox Bundle: Xbox 360 4GB Console

  • Xbox 360 has blockbuster games, HD movies and controller-free fun for everyone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi for easy connection to Xbox LIVE
  • Super quiet with sleek new design plus matching controller
  • Ready for the controller-free fun of Kinect
Microsoft Xbox Live Gold Subscription Card Boaderlands Game: In a distant future, the planets at the outer edges of the galaxy have become a beacon to fortune seekers and those yearning for a better life off world.  

2nd Place Winner Google Nexus 7 Black Wi-Fi 16GB Tablet - ASUS-1B16 The Google Nexus 7 tablet computer is the world's first Android tablet that combines the latest Android 4.1 mobile operating system with a powerful quad-core processor for high-performance computing on the go. An eye-catching 1280 x 800 high-definition display is your touchscreen interface for this Google tablet. The Google Nexus 7 tablet computer's LED-backlit IPS panel is made from scratch-resistant glass to offer crisp images, wide viewing angles and 10-finger multi-touch support.  

3rd Place Winner: Blue Hue" Laptop Bundle with optional matching accessories:
  • Blue Laptop
  • Case/Bag
  • Mouse
  • USB Flash Drive
  • Headphones
The event dates: 11/30 - 12/10 Open World Wide. If the winner is outside the use they will receive and online gift card in the prize amount in place of the physical prize. NO EXCEPTIONS.


Everyone of these prizes will make a great gift for Christmas!
For a chance to win one of these three amazing prizes enter the Rafflecopter below.

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Grammy2Kaiden is not responsible for shipment of the prizes. I was not compensated in any way for this posting. 

Influenster Updated

 
Influenster has received a facelift! If you have not signed into the new updated site go check in out now. The site is now easier to navigate and has a much better look.
If you have never heard of Influenster and wonder what the heck I am talking about. Influenster is a community of invited trendsetters who live to give opinions of products and experiences. There is no cost to join. Influenster creates links between brands and members to reward participation and influence future products. You can earn Voxboxes with products for you to write reviews on. 

Click Here to check it out

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Free Mia Mariu and an iPad Mini Blogger Sign-ups

Mia Mariu Giveaway Event

Prizes: $300 Mia Mariu Shopping Spree and an iPad Mini
Event dates: 12/1-12/30

Free Blog Event! Sign-up here, BLOGGERS WANTED

 Please say Grammy2Kaiden sent you

Free Coachlicious Blogger Event

Coachlicious Giveaway Event hosted by Mom Powered Media

Prize: Coach Madison Op Art Sateen Handbag
Event dates: 12/17 - 12/31
Free Blog Event! Sign-up here, BLOGGERS WANTED

Please make sure to say that Grammy2Kaiden sent you!

Saturday, November 24, 2012

Kindle Fire and $40 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway


With the Holidays upon us, we all need new and creative ideas for that family member that has everything. Here is a great way to be creative without spending a bundle.

Delightfully has teamed up with Happy Mothering and Green Moms Media to bring you a giveaway of a Kindle Fire and $40 Amazon Gift Card to spread the word about their new virtual gift-wrap service! Think about how many gifts are given online now, between music, gift cards, subscriptions, e-books… I’m sure you’ve sent at least one online gift – and likely will again before Christmas. Delightfully is a new service that allows you to hand-wrap your online gift! With Delightfully, you can create the perfect ‘unwrapping’ moment for any gift occasion. Say goodbye to wasteful paper and tape and say hello to this eco-friendly gift-wrap alternative!

Delightfully is ideal for sending a personalized message to friends and family who you can’t spend the holidays with in person. You can check out an example of the Delightfully gift-wrap here. At only $3, it’s a very nice way to personalize the otherwise impersonal online gift!


To thank you for taking the time to consider their virtual gift-wrapping service, Delightfully is offering our readers a chance to win a Kindle Fire and a $40 Amazon.com gift card!

 

The Kindle Fire is thin, light and durable. It features:

  • 1.2GHz processor and 1GB of RAM
  • 8GB on-device storage with free unlimited cloud storage for all your Amazon content
  • Apps such as Facebook, Netflix, Twitter, Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo!, HBO GO and Pandora
  • Ultra-fast web browsing over built-in Wi-Fi
  • The ability to stream instant videos and access the lending library for Amazon Prime Members
  • Kindle FreeTime - a free, personalized tablet experience just for kids that allows you to set daily screen limits and give access to appropriate content for each child
  • Up to 9 hours of reading, surfing the web on Wi-Fi, watching video, or listening to music.
And, with a $40 Amazon gift card, you can load up your new Kindle Fire with some new books and movies, or use the Delightfully service to send a gift to a loved one! For your chance to win, please use the Rafflecopter form below. This contest runs through December 17, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. EST and is open to US and Canadian residents ages 18 and older.

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Disclaimer: Grammy2Kaiden is not responsible shipment of the sponsored prize. I was not compensated in any way for this posting. 

Have A Keurig Holiday Giveaway

Have A Keurig Holiday Event

Special thank you to our lovely co-hosts: Spend With Pennies and My Vegan Gluten-Free Life



It is the time of year when we all would love a hot beverage to keep us warm and cozy. A Keurig is the perfect way to create the perfect hot or cold beverage for everyone in your family.

The Keurig Platinum Brewing System brews a perfect cup of coffee, tea, hot cocoa or iced beverage at the touch of a button. With an award-winning design, this brewer features a blue, backlit LCD display that allows you to program water temperature, set the digital clock, Auto On/Off and your favorite cup size. With the choice of five cup sizes, the Platinum brewer offers a removable drip tray to accommodate travel mugs.
Includes
  • Keurig Platinum B70 brewer
  • My K-Cup filter
  • Removable drip tray
  • Water filter kit
  • Five brew sizes: 4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz, 12 oz
  • 72-oz water reservoir
  • Measures 13-1/2"L x 9-3/4"W x 12-1/2"H
  • 48 K-Cups to get you started

One lucky reader will receive a Keurig Platinum B70 Brewer with 48 K-Cups!

Giveaway ends November 30th at 11:59pm, open to US and Canadian residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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Disclosure: Grammy2Kaiden received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of yours. Grammy2Kaiden is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment. 

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Dial Complete Foaming Handwash

With the Holiday season upon us, our homes are filled with friends and family. That means more dirt and germs walking in and out of our homes. The best way to prevent the spread of germs is to wash your hands. Dial is making that easy, fun, and festive this time of year. Dial Complete foaming hand soap is now available in Holiday themed dispensers. They are a fun creative way to encourage kids and guests to wash, wash, wash.




In my home, it is hard to convince a child to wash their hands. But with Santa hanging out by the sink it is a little easier. To encourage the 4 year old to wash his hands appropriately, we are working on singing "Here comes Santa Clause" while using the Santa deigned bottle. So far it is working.




The soap inside these cute Christmas themes bottles is the same Dial complete foaming hand soap that is in the non decorative containers. The antibacterial formula kills 99.99% of germs encountered in the house while being gentle of your families skin. The soap has a refreshing clean scent that lets you know when your hands are clean.

Everyone in my house is having a great time knowing that Santa is watching to see if we are naughty or nice this year. While we are having fun, we are also keeping the colds at bay by washing the germs away.

Disclaimer: Dial provided a free sample of their Holiday Foaming Hand Soap for this post.My participation is voluntary ans my opinions are my own.

Saturday, November 17, 2012

ReUsies Giveaway



Do you want a chance to try ReUsies for yourself? Now is your chance. One lucky reader will receive a 2-pack of their choice.
The giveaway will be open from November 18th, 2012, through 11:59 December 6th, 2012 and is open to US residents 18 or older. Good Luck!

Enter using the Rafflecopter form below.


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ReUsies Snack and Sandwich Bags Review

Are you trying to be more eco-friendly? Maybe you hate packing lunches for your family only to find out that you are out of sandwich bags. ReUsies are a great solution for both.



I have been using both the sandwich size and snack size ReUsies for the last several days. They are a quick and easy way to pack a lunch for my family. They are quick and easy to add items to and they are just as easy to clean.


ReUsies are nicely designed with a decorative fabric on the outside and a water resistant nylon liner on the inside. They are easy to open and close with a Velcro strip. In fact, there is two Velcro strips on the bags. One for a general sized bag, the other to shrink the bag to about half the size if needed. The best part, they are both dishwasher and and washing machine safe. No need to throw them away or worry about bacteria and germs.

I really enjoy the convenience of ReUsies and knowing that I am not throwing away plastic bags unnecessarily. They come in great designs that are fun for everyone in the family too. What would you like to put in your ReUsies? If you would like to try ReUsies for yourself, you can enter to win a 2 pack of them here starting on November 18th, 2012 and ending at 11:59 PM December 6th.

Don't tell anyone in my house this, but here is what I hide in the ReUsies in my purse.



I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Palmolive Fresh Infusions


The brand we have known for years has made a change. Palmolive now comes in a new Fresh scent line.

The scents are refreshing and all grown up. Now you can enjoy the scent of Ginger White Tea, Lime Basil, or Lemon Thyme. All three scents are available for around $2.99 at local Walmart and Target stores.

I have been switching the scent of my soap based in my mood. My favorite is the Ginger White Tea. It is light and refreshing and adds a little calmness to my day. My daughter immediately tried to steal a bottle off my counter. She really likes the scent of the Lemon Thyme. She says that is it not the same as other lemon scented dish soaps.

This is a great way to add a little pleasure to a daily chore.


Disclaimer: I received the product described above from Influenster free of charge. All opinions are my own.

Friday, November 16, 2012

Keurig Platinum Giveaway

Have A Keurig Holiday Event

Special thank you to our lovely co-hosts: Spend With Pennies and My Vegan Gluten-Free Life
The Keurig Platinum Brewing System brews a perfect cup of coffee, tea, hot cocoa or iced beverage at the touch of a button. With an award-winning design, this brewer features a blue, backlit LCD display that allows you to program water temperature, set the digital clock, Auto On/Off and your favorite cup size. With the choice of five cup sizes, the Platinum brewer offers a removable drip tray to accommodate travel mugs.
Includes
  • Keurig Platinum B70 brewer
  • My K-Cup filter
  • Removable drip tray
  • Water filter kit
  • Five brew sizes: 4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz, 12 oz
  • 72-oz water reservoir
  • Measures 13-1/2"L x 9-3/4"W x 12-1/2"H
  • 48 K-Cups to get you started

One lucky reader will receive a Keurig Platinum B70 Brewer with 48 K-Cups!

Giveaway ends November 23rd at 11:59pm, open to US and Canadian residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Have A Keurig Holiday Event Sign Up's

Have A Keurig Holiday Event

Prizes: Keurig Platinum Series Quiet Brewer + K-Cups {4 prize packages = 1 a week}
Event dates: 11/9-11/16 and 11/16-11/23 and 11/23-11/30

Free Blog Event! Sign-up here, BLOGGERS WANTED

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Cuddleuppets Review


cuddleuppets review, mommy's memorandum 


What is a Cuddleuppet? A Cuddleuppet is a blanket and a Puppet in one. They come in eight fun designs: Blue Elephant, Unicorn, Pink Lady Bug, Green Crocodile, Pink Poodle, Purple Monkey, Brown Bea, and a Yellow Puppy.
 
When I received my Cuddleuppet I was excited. I knew that the 4 year old in my house would be excited to have it. He is a complete blanket freak and a puppet would only add to the comfort and fun.
 

Close up of the elephant face


I received a blue elephant blanket which was ideal for the young boy in my house. To my surprise, the blue elephant design is no longer available on their website. Although, I was able to find the elephant available on Amazon.

When I opened the blanket I was very surprised to feel how soft it was. The fabric is was a child looks for in comfort and security. The blanket measures 28 inches by 39 inches. This is not a large blanket, but it is the ideal size for a small child to enjoy. There are no parts on the Cuddleuppet that will come off and harm a a child. You can see in the photo above that the eyes are not hard plastic.



The puppet is on the edge of the blanket and is in an easy location for the child to play with it even when covered up with the blanket. There are feet stitched into the corners also, The stitching is well done and the puppet itself is very cute. The opening for the puppet is small, but my adult sized hand fit in it just fine. However, my husband’s hand would not fit in the puppet.

 The blanket has provided numerous hours of play and even more of comfort while laying down and watching TV. I only have two small issues with my Cuddleuppet. The first is trying to keep it at home and not allowing it to go to daycare. I have a feeling the kids at the daycare would want to play at nap time instead of sleep. The other issue I have is that my dog has claimed the blanket when the child is not home. Thank goodness the Cuddleuppet is washable!


Disclaimer: I received the product described above at no charge to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own and have not been influenced in any way.

Monday, November 5, 2012

Climb Aboard the Polar Express

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If you have never gone on the Mt Hood Railraod. This is a great time of year to go! 



All Aboard! The Polar Express comes to life this holiday season as the Mount Hood Railroad rolls out of the station bound for the "North Pole!" Come early and climb aboard with your family to cozy-up and enjoy our festively-decorated vintage train cars. Dancing chefs deliver hot chocolate and a cookie to each guest to savor while music from the Polar Express movie plays en route to the North Pole. Make sure to have your tickets handy, because your conductor will be by shortly to punch each child's ticket. Before arriving at the North Pole, the iconic book, The Polar Express is read as your Chef turns the pages to share the beautiful illustrations in the original book. With the station far away, The Polar Express magically arrives at the outskirts of Santa's North Pole village, where Santa Claus himself and his elves joyously welcome the train! As you stay comfortably settled and warm in your seat, Santa and his helper elf board the train! During the return trip, Santa will greet each child with his signature holiday spirit and the first gift of Christmas: a bell cut from his sleigh. It is said that only children and those who still believe can actually hear the bell ring. Join in the singing as your Chef or Conductor lead Christmas caroling on the 30-minute return trip. For those wanting the magic to last or to do a little Christmas shopping, visit our gift shop in the station for special Polar Express gifts and merchandise. Oh, one last thing, children are encouraged to wear their PJ's; adults who still believe have been known to wear them, too! So, are you coming? All Aboard! 

All Aboard the Polar Express is coming to the Mount Hood Railroad, visit http://www.mthoodrr.com/ or call 1-800-872-4661 to climb aboard.

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Little Sloane Leaning Desk Giveaway


Little Sloane Leaning Desk (Java) The event dates: 11/5 - 11/28 Open to US and Canada.
Furniture occasionally needs somebody to lean on, too. In the case of our Little Sloane Leaning Desk, all it needs is a wall. We've taken the unique leaning design of Crate and Barrel's Sloane furniture collection and scaled it down to accommodate your little ones. They save space by taking up less area on the floor, and they secure to the wall for added safety. Buy one as a standalone piece, or pick up multiples to make a custom look of your own.

Safety first

  • Includes tip restraint kit for securing desk to the wall to prevent tipping
  • Mending hardware to attach multiple units

Details, details

  • Space saving leaning ladder design
  • Fixed shelf for book storage or display
  • Desk surface accommodates a laptop
  • Can stand alone or in multiples
  • Assembly required
Enter via the Rafflecopter below. GOOD LUCK!

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Disclaimer: Grammy2Kaiden is not responsible for delivery of this prize. I have not been compensated in anyway for this post. 

Have It Your Way Giveaway

Welcome to Jenn's Blah Blah Blog's November Have It Your Way Giveaway!

want to offer one lucky person the chance to win Anything You Want Valued Up To $200!
Thanks to these following bloggers for helping make this event possible,
With Christmas around the corner we could all use a little help. What would you choose? $200 Paypal? Maybe a Kindle Fire for a gift? Remember, you can choose anything you want up to $200. If you choose an item that requires shipping, please make sure that the $200 is enough to cover the item and shipping costs.
Dates: 11/05/12 at 12:01 am EST until 12/06/12 at 12:01am EST Open Worldwide, must be 18 or older to enter.
Disclaimer: Grammy2Kaiden is not responsible for shipment of prize, nor did I accept any form of compensation for promoting this event.

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Pine Bros. Softish Throat Drops Review

The weather is changing and cold and flu season has arrived. Are you ready for that next cold to invade your house? I had the opportunity to try a product that has been around for over 140 years called Pine Bros. Softish throat drops.


I am the first to admit that I am a big baby when it comes to sore throats.The worst part about being a big baby? I had the taste of medicine and I do not like the numb feeling that some of the medicines cause.

I was hesitant to try the Pine Bros. Softish throat drops, but once I opened the package of wild cherry flavored drops, I thought they smelled like a candy and not medicine. The first taste was surprisingly sweet and not medicinal at all. The consistency is a little different than the typical cough drop. It is more similar to a JuJube candy (I am sure I just dated myself). It is not soft like a gummy bear and not hard like a cough drop. It is somewhere in between.

One of the features of the Pine Bros. Softish throat drops is that they are not full of ingredients that you cannot pronounce. In fact the product is all natural. Even the red coloring in the wild cherry flavor is from Elderberries not a dye. In my household, this is a big plus.

My entire household is very happy with the flavors of both the Natural Honey and the Wild Cherry. Pine Bros. Softish Throat Drops are a great addition to any home for those not so pleasant sore throats that we all gt once in a while.

Pine Bros. are not only an all natural product, but they are made in the USA and easily found in CVS stores across the country. They are available in Wild Cherry and Natural Honey flavors in both a bag style package or a puck style package.

For more information you can visit them on  Facebook or twitter


Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.