Winner~Purex Crystals and Jockey Sports Bra Giveaway!

Congratulations to Ty who is the winner of the Purex Crystals and Jockey Sports Bra Giveaway.

Make sure to check out her winning comment which was a great laundry tip.  Hydrogen peroxide is great at removing blood.

Thanks to all who entered and congratulations again to Ty.

TyJan 31, 2012 06:13 AM

My stain tip: Pour hydrogen peroxide on blood and rinse with cold water. If some blood remains, repeat.

Enter To Win $100 Amazon Email Gift Card- End Of The Year Giveaway

StuffSmart, One Moment in Time, Bits and Bobs, Ann Crabs, The Organic Blonde and 6 other super mom bloggers teamed up to bring this awesome $100 Amazon gift card giveaway to you all. The year is coming to an end, and the only way to show appreciation to each of you is by hosting this awesome giveaway. Each of the bloggers hosting this giveaway has an amazing site. Visit them as you enter this giveaway and i bet you won't want to leave so soon. This giveaway is open worldwide. If this is your first time of entering giveaway with Rafflecopter, all you need to do is to click on instructions and do what you are asked to do, then click I DID THIS..Jump to the next option

Freschetta Proud to Support Pink Program and Giveaway

In support of October being National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Freschetta has launched their "Proud to Support Pink" program. From Sept 25 - Oct. 31, 2011 you can purchase specially marked packages of Freschetta pizza and Artisan Pizza Crusts and help them to reach their goal of a $50,000 donation to the Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. The specially marked packages have codes to be entered at www.ProudtoSupportPink.com. Freschetta will donate $1 for each code entered up to $50,000. You can learn more about this exciting program at www.ProudtoSupportPink.com or on the Freschetta facebook page: www.Facebook.com/FreschettaPizza. To spread the word about the Freschetta Proud to Support Pink program, Freschetta is offering a giveaway.

*Disclosure- As a member of the Freschetta Fresh Connection Team I was given a prize pack like the one offered for the giveaway.

KCWC Blog Tour --- Surrendered Sleep Blog Tour — September 19-23

KCWC BLOG TOUR
 Russ@kathycarltonwillis.com

Post by: Kathy Carlton Willis Communications

Surrendered Sleep
A Biblical Perspective
Dr. Charles W. Page
www.surrenderedsleep.com
Publisher: Camino Real Pub.
ISBN-10: 9-780-983-138105ISBN-13: 978-0-9831381-0-5 
Release Date: 9/15/2011

Paperback: 189 pages
Retail: $14.95

Book Summary

(Nacogdoches, TX) Sleep Clinics. Sleeping Pills. Sleep Systems. With all the focus on sleep, it’s obvious to anyone breathing (or not—in the case of sleep apnea) that sleep disorders are on everyone’s minds. Can’t fall asleep. Can’t stay asleep. So many problems, but so few zzzs.   Dr. Charles W. Page has been plagued with sleep deprivation his entire adult life. Whether from the rigorous unpredictable lifestyle of a general surgeon or dealing with obstructive sleep apnea, Dr. Page sees sleep as a precious commodity. Many of his surgical patients also report sleep problems on their medical histories. It’s certainly a widespread problem.   Although there is extensive medical literature regarding sleep, insomnia and sleep disorders, there is little instruction about these issues from a Christian worldview. Sleep was God’s idea—why shouldn’t we go to the One who created rest in the first place for answers to our sleep problems. One of the reasons Dr. Page wrote Surrendered Sleep was to heighten people’s awareness of the spiritual side of sleep issues, which often goes neglected in health and medical literature.     BONUS FEATURE: Balin Jam (chapter 17 from Surrendered Sleep) Balin jam (“may you pass your night in peace”)—it’s how the Fulani people of western Africa say goodbye. This Fulani expression best captures the message of Surrendered Sleep. Passing your night in peace, from a biblical perspective, involves a whole lot more than sleeping well. It encompasses surrendering every aspect of sleep to God. The prerequisite for having peace as we lay down to sleep is a growing, vibrant relationship with God. Everything in our lives, including sleep, flows out of our pursuit of our loving Father in Heaven. The ability to sleep is a multifaceted gift given by God, who likewise pursues a love relationship with every individual on this planet.... MORE     Author Bio

Dr. Charles W. Page is a sleep-deprived surgeon. He completed medical school and residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and serves as surgeon in rural Texas. Dr. Page is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Christian Medical and Dental Association. In addition to his involvement in the teaching ministry of his local church, he has participated in medical mission trips to Cameroon, Pakistan, Milawe, Nigeria, Mexico, Honduras and Nicaragua. He and his wife Joanna live in Texas with their five children.

Please Leave a comment related to this post below for a chance to win the Grand Prize.  Names will be submitted to KCWC from all blogs involved in the blog tour and one grand prize winner will be randomly chosen by KCWC September 30, 2011.

$69.35 Value Grand Prize Giveaway: Surrendered Sleep Products Surrendered Sleep - Book Surrendered Sleep - 8-Volume DVD Series Sleep Songs - CD of music from Fletch Wiley SLEEP - Lavender Vanilla Aromatherapy from Bath & BodyWorks Pillow Mist (4 oz) Body Wash & Foam Bath (2 oz) Lotion (2 oz) Candle (1.6 oz)

Orient Automatic Watch Giveaway ($135 value) ~ Christmas in July Blog Hop

Orient Watch is turning 60 years old.  Never heard of them?  Honestly I hadn't either.  They must be the best kept secret in the automatic watch industry.  With nearly 60 yrs in business they produce nearly 2 million pieces worldwide each year.  That's a lot of watches.  Check out their beautiful collection of watches.  They have something for everyone from the dainty to the handsome watches for men.  Visit Orient Watch and check out their exquisite timepieces like their CEM75002D or the CEY04002B.  Thanks to Orient watch StuffSmart readers have the chance to win a beautiful timepiece of their own.  The sponsor is offering one lucky winner their choice of one of the three women's watches below with values up to $135.  As a special bonus StuffSmart Readers can use Coupon Code stuffsmart50 to get 50% off a purchase.  Code expires 8/31/11.

Rules:  Please play fair and make sure all of the rules are followed.  One entrant per household, ip address etc.  Contest is open to U.S. Residents Only.  Contest opens 9am EST on July 25th and ends at 11:59 pm EST on July 31st.  Winner will be chosen via random.org.  Winner will be emailed and have 72 hrs to respond or an alternate winner will be chosen.

*Mandatory entry (must be done for any extra entries to count):  Follow StuffSmart and FunsmartReviews publicly via Google Friend Connect.  Then leave a comment letting me know that you completed this step.

Extra entries: Please leave a seperate comment for each that you do.

1. Visit one of the Orient Watch links above and browse their site.  Come back and leave a comment and link to a watch you like and leave a comment saying why you like it.  (You may do this once daily)
2. "Like" Orient Watch on facebook.  (In the spirit of supporting your fellow blogger feel free to leave a comment saying you found out about them through StuffSmart's Blog or leaving a comment under the comment I have on their wall.)
3. "Like" StuffSmart's Blog on facebook.
4. Follow @StuffSmart on twitter and leave a comment with your twitter handle.
5. Tweet "@StuffSmart is WatchSmart enter her @OrientWatchUSA #giveaway today!  http://bit.ly/nHE99T #ChristmasinJuly #watches  May be done 1x daily.

Make Sure to check out the other #ChristmasInJuly giveaways!

Let's Move! May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month ~ GNC $100 Gift Card Giveaway~ Giveaway Winner

The winner has been chosen and emailed.  The winner's name will be posted as soon as I get a reply.  If  I do not receive a reply within 48hrs a new winner will be chosen. 

Check your emails!  Good Luck!

And the winner is.......

Congratulations to janetfaye!

Dropper Bopper Plush Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Tooth Fairy!  Tooth Fairy is now the proud owner of the first release in the Dropper Bopper product line, Cool Drop.

Tiecoon.com $25 Giveaway and Tie Review ~ EXTENDED ~ Closed

I was given the opportunity to review the  Fleur de lis Tie.   It is the perfect tie for any New Orleans Saints fan!  One reason I was so excited to work with Tiecoon.com is that I have had so few opportunities to work with male specific products since beginning my blog.  This is the tie that I received for review:

This tie looks great and retails for only $5!  Yes, you read that right.  It seems that fewer men are wearing ties nowadays and tiecoon.com is the perfect solution to that.  Just visit their site and pick out a couple of ties and the man in your life will be prepared for any event he might need a tie for:  Easter, dates, funerals, graduations etc.  Easter and Father's day are both around the corner.  The prices at Tiecoons.com will allow you to buy the man in your life a new tie wardrobe. 

Tiecoon.com has been generous enough to offer a $25 off coupon code good on anything on their site for one lucky StuffSmart reader.  Just think of the shopping spree you could have!  (Code expires 5/31/11).  Please be considerate and limit entries to one person per household.  Contest begins at 8pm EST 4/4/11 and ends 4/11/11 8pm EST.  The winner will be chosen using random.org and will have 24 hrs to respond to the winning email or another winner will be chosen. Contest has been extended through 4/14/11 9:00pm  EST.  Winner will be notified by email and have 12hrs to reply.  (sponsor must have info by 4/15) Thanks for entering and Good Luck!

Mandatory Entry:  This must be done for any additional entries to count.  
Follow StuffSmart publicly via Google Friend Connect AND visit Tiecoon.com and leave the link to your favorite tie in your comment.

Extra Entries:  Optional~Please leave a seperate comment for each entry.

1. Follow @StuffSmart and leave your twitter name in your comment. (twitter account must have at least 100 followers to qualify for twitter related entries) (2 entries)
2. Tweet:  "I'm entering to win $25 to Tiecoons.com on @StuffSmart 's blog.  Enter here: http://bit.ly/gfQVNp   " (You may tweet 3x daily leaving at least 2 hours in between tweets.  Leave a seperate comment for each tweet entry including the tweet link)
3. Follow StuffSmart via Networked Blogs (see left sidebar) (2 entries)
4. Promote this giveaway via a social media site not already mentioned and link back to this giveaway.  (3 entries each)  This includes:  blog linky's, facebook, gather.com, myspace, forums etc.  Please be sure to leave the link you your post so that your entry/s will count.
5. Just for fun give yourself 2 additional entries for comments made from this point until the end of the contest on any StuffSmart 2011 post.  Comments must pertain to the post itself.

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. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product review & giveaway Disclosure.

Sponsored by Tomoson.com

New Giveaway Starting Tomorrow

I would like to give you a few hints and for fun see if the item is guessed.

1. blue
2. collectible
3. appropriate for all ages
4. cool

Please leave your guesses in the comment section and come back 3/30 to see if you were correct.

Believe me, I know that it is time consuming to comment but it would be much appreciated as well as fun for all.

Today is the last day to enter the Perricone MD giveaway!

Don't forget that today is the last day to enter the Perricone MD giveaway. You may enter here: Perricone MD.


Good Luck!

The Dot Girl First Period Kit® ~ Review and Giveaway~Closed

Sponsored by Tomoson.com

We all know that information is power. I had an opportunity to review a product that I wish had been around when I was a teen. This little kit is a great way to prepare your daughter for her first period.  The product was developed by two sisters to help insure that your daughter's first period is a positive experience, or at least one that she will be prepared for.  The Dot Girl First Period Kit® is a stylish zippered pouch that includes:

• The Dot Girl Period Answer Book® which answers 20 most asked questions in a way your tween or teen will not be horrified.  I liked the booklet's honest approach and that it did not have pictures.
• 5 individually wrapped pads.
• A reusable heating pad for menstrual cramps.
• Two hand wipes just in case so your daughter will be prepared wherever her first period strikes.
• Five disposal bags to cleanly and discreetly dispose of used pads.

I cannot stress how much that I liked the booklet.  It was simple yet informative.  It provided much needed information in a way you can easily discuss them with your daughter.  You could read this then give this book to your daughter/granddaughter to read then expand on with you.  There were not shocking pictures or big words.  I was a little surprised by the size of the pouch.  It may be a little big for a tween or teen's purse but would be perfect for a backpack, bathroom drawer, locker or all of the above.  It is very nicely made.  I would love to see The Dot Girl's come out with a streamlined case for carrying hygiene products once girls have started their period.  Good News!  Dot Girl products has offered one The Dot Girl First Period Kit® for giveaway.  This would be perfect for those StuffSmart readers with daughter's or granddaughters.  Don't have a daughter or granddaughter?  This would be a perfect gift to pay it forward and donate to your local school clinic or runaway shelter. To enter:  Mandatory entry must be completed in order for any extra entries to count.

• "Like" Dot Girl Products on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/DotGirlKit/ and leave a comment on their wall saying that you found out about their product on StuffSmart's blog.
• "Like" StuffSmart's Blog on Facebook

Leave one comment letting me know that you have completed the mandatory entry. Extra Entries: (Optional)  Please leave a comment for each you do.

1. Follow StuffSmart on Google Friend connect.
2. Follow @StuffSmart on Twitter and leave a comment saying that you've done so including your twitter name.
3. Follow @DotGirlMoms on Twitter.
4. Tweet:  "I'm entering the The Dot Girl First Period Kit® #giveaway on @StuffSmart 's blog: http://bit.ly/gJpnjY cc: @DotGirlMoms"  You may tweet 1x per day, leaving a comment including your tweet link.
5. Visit http://www.dotgirlproducts.com/  and leave a comment about their site.  Do you like it?, Was it easy to navigate?, Did you find anything else you want to share about their products?, Did you see another product you liked?  Just make sure that I know by your comment you did take the time to visit their site.
6. Write a blog post about this giveaway linking back to my blog (at least 100 words).  You get 5 entries for this.  Please comment with your blog link  and a comment for each entry #1-#5.

The giveaway is open to US residents only.  Please make sure your email is accessible in your blogger profile or in your comment so that I can contact you if you are the winner.  Contest will begin 2/22/11 at 1:00 am EST and end 3/1/11 at 11pm EST.  Winner will be chosen using Random.org.  Winner will be emailed and have 48hrs to reply to email or another name will be drawn. 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. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product review & giveaway Disclosure.

Roundabouts® Cupcake Sleeves Review and Giveaway

Sponsored by Tomoson.com

As a member of Tomoson.com I was introduced to a new and exciting product for those of us that are crafty but not necessarily gifted in the kitchen.  Roundabout decorative wraps allow you to wrap an ordinary cupcake frost and have a gourmet looking cupcake all in just a few minutes.  Just take the wrap and remove the adhesive, fit it around the cupcake and adhere the adhesive to the remainder of the wrap.  Each package also includes directions for mixing icing to top your creation off.  This is an excellent idea!  Especially with everyone cutting back this product allows you to look as if you ordered your cupcakes from a fancy bakery but you'll know that you did them yourself at a fraction of the cost.

I was sent a package of Hamburger Roundabout wraps to try.  Let me tell you these look very realistic.  I can honestly say this is the only hamburger that I would eat.  I didn't have icing on hand so my cupcakes are missing the finishing touch but I think from my picture you can see that the wraps already dress up a cupcake as soon as they are attached.

We had made surprise cupcakes (chocolate cupcakes with cream cheese and chocolate chips in the middle).  Though it was not iced you can see how well the Roundabouts dress up an ordinary cupcake.  Also the possibilities are almost limitless with 70+ designs to choose from.

I'm sure that you've noticed by now that I can be a little wacky.  I am an avid recycler and love to find alternate uses for things.  When I finished the above cupcake I had the urge to slip the Roundabout on as a bracelet.  I could just see kids doing this at a party.  I think it's a pretty cool way to reuse this product.

Of course the Roundabout website also tells that they are acid free and can be used in scrapbooking and can be wiped clean and reused.  If reused you can use a bit of frosting to adhere them the second time.

Roundabouts were created by a mom of two who began selling these ingenious creatious in February of 2009.  In a short time her product has been featured in Rachel Ray Magazine and won The Most Innovative Exhibitor Award at the 2010 CA gift show in LA.

Roundabouts® has offered a giveaway for a StuffSmart reader.  They are offering a pack of Roundabouts to one lucky winner.  Even better, the winner will get to choose from their extensive selection of designs!  Please read the following rules:  US only.  Winner will be selected by Random.org and notified by email.  Winner must respond within 48hrs or another winner will be chosen.  Contest begins 2/10/11 at 3:00pm EST and end 2/17/10 at 11:00pm EST.

Please leave a seperate comment for EACH method of entry. (must be completed for Optional entries to count)

Mandatory entry:  Follow StuffSmart publicly via google friend connect AND visit the sponsor and tell me your favorite deisign. 1 comment.

Optional entries-  Please leave a comment for each entry.

1. Follow @StuffSmart on twitter.
2. "Like" StuffSmart on Facebook  for 3 additional entries
3. Follow StuffSmart via networked blogs (in left sidebar)
4. If you have done optional entries 1-3 give yourself 5 extra entries for being a Super Follower.
5. Follow @RoundaboutWraps on twitter.
6. "Like" Roundabouts® Cupcake Sleeves on Facebook and comment on their wall that StuffSmart blog sent you. (don't forget to come back and leave a comment that you've done so)for 3 additional entries.
7. You may tweet up to 3x's per day leaving tweet link in your comment here.  Pls allow at least 2 hours between each tweet. "I'm entering to win @RoundaboutWraps on @StuffSmart 's blog: http://bit.ly/eRV0Ie  #baking #scrapbooking #cupcakes"
8. Write a post (100 words or more) on your blog regarding this giveaway placing links to this page and to the sponsors website.  5additional entries

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. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product review & giveaway Disclosure.

EcoSmart All Natural Insect Repellent Review and Giveaway!

Sponsored by Tomoson.com



When I first heard about EcoSmart I was very excited to learn more about their products.  I am always trying to further reduce my carbon footprint and maintain a safe environment for my family.  I viewed their product website and chose to review the Safe Home Value Bundle which includes:  14 oz can -Ant and Roach Killer, 24 oz spray bottle Home Pest Control, 14 oz can-Flying Insect Killer, 6 oz bottle -Insect Repellent. ($31 Value.  Their bundles offer significant savings!  Bundle price is $24)

One of the great things that attracted me to EcoSmart is that their products are safe to use around children as well as being non-toxic.  Upon receiving this bundle I started reading the ingredients and was pleasantly surprised by the list of natural plant derived oils and ingredients.  Thankfully because of the cold weather there aren't really pests around but I did treat indoors with the Home Pest Control Spray.  The products smell so good.  I will say though I would recommend that you treat your home in sections or heavily ventilate.  I treated all at once at night in the dead of winter so didn't have any ventilation other than ceiling fans and the smell was quite strong but that was my fault.  It didn't take long for the spray to dry and smell to dissipate.  Hopefully I am now well prepared for the ants who like to come marching in when we have spurts of warm weather then arrive in full force when spring arrives.  The all natural insect repellent will be perfect for warding off pest during outdoor play and cookouts.

I also read on EcoSmart's website and you can too that their products are used for woodworm treatment.  To be honest I wasn't familiar with woodworms until I read about them on their site.  Basically they are pesky wood eating insects whose damage is compared to that of termites.

You will also be glad to know that you can conveniently order Ecosmart products online or find them in stores near you with their store locator tool.  I know that Home Depot carries their products.  I think you will be pleasantly surprised too that the price of EcoSmart's products won't break the bank like some Eco-Friendly products do.  Their prices are competitive to other name brand toxic products so why expose your family to toxins?

I have great news!  EcoSmart is sponsoring a giveaway here on StuffSmart.  If you would like a chance to win a value pack of your choice from EcoSmart please read the rules below. 

If you are not the lucky winner please check out the EcoSmart blog (link on their homepage)  for special offers and coupon codes.

RULES:

This giveaway is open to US residents except AK & HI. No p.o. boxes.  Contest will begin 2/5/11 at 12am EST and end 2/15/11 at midnight EST.  One winner will be chosen using random.org and be contacted via email (please make sure email address is available in your profile or comment) and have 48hrs to reply or another winner will be chosen.  Entries are limited to one person per household.

Mandatory Entry (must be completed for all other entries to be valid):

Visit EcoSmart via one of the links above and tell me something about their products that I haven't mentioned.  Please try to list something not listed by another entrant.

*For those not familiar with blogger you can follow a blog via Google Friend Connect without having a blogger account. You will be given the choice to use twitter, yahoo, open id etc. if you'd like.

Extra Entries (optional): Please leave a separate comment for each entry ex: extra method worth 2 entries make 2 comments label 1st "type of extra entry" #1, 2cnd comment "type of extra entry"#2.

1. Follow StuffSmart publicly via Google Friend connect for 2 extra entries.
2. "Like" StuffSmart on Facebook for 5 extra entries (please leave first name of fb account you follow by so that I may verify)
3. Follow via Network Blogs (located in left sidebar) for 2 extra entries.
4. Follow @StuffSmart via Twitter for 2 extra entries.
5. If you follow via all methods 1-4 give yourself 3 extra entries for being a Super Follower!!!
6. Tweet about this giveaway.  You may do this up to 4x's per day but tweets must be at least 2hrs apart.  Please leave a link to your tweet in your comment.  Tweet: EcoSmart All Natural Insect Repellent #Review and #Giveaway! on @StuffSmart blog: http://bit.ly/h1bIzs #EcoSmart #EcoFriendly
7. "Like" EcoSmart  on Facebook AND Post on their blog that StuffSmart blog sent you and include a link to this post. 2 extra entries.

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. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product review & giveaway Disclosure.

My Pretty Pink Box ~ Giveaway~Closed

Are you looking for a creative way to market directly to consumers? Why not put your items right into their hands through My Pretty Pink Box? If you're an online business related to beauty (or fashion), you would be perfect for My Pretty Pink Box.

MyPrettyPinkBox.com is offering a $2 coupon for StuffSmart readers. Just enter StuffSmart at checkout for $2 off June's box. Expires 6/25 or when boxes are sold out.  See what type of surprises you might find in June's Box by watching this short video.



MyPrettyPinkBox is a great way to promote your beauty or fashion products as well as a great way for consumers to try new products making it a win/win for businesses and consumers.  MyPrettyPinkBox.com is offering a giveaway, one lucky StuffSmart reader will win a June 2010 MyPrettyPinkBox.  Contest is open to US and Canadian residents.  Contest ends Saturday June 26, 2010 midnight CST.  Winner will be notified by email so make sure your email address is in your profile or comment.

Main entry(required): Visit MyPrettyPinkBox.com and leave a comment telling me a company that has used MyPrettyPinkBox to market their products.  Please try to leave a company that hasn't already been named by other readers.
Extra Entries (optional):  Must leave a comment for each optional entry completed.
1. Follow StuffSmart via Google Friend connect.  If you are already a follower, just leave a comment saying so.
2. Follow @StuffSmart on twitter and leave your twitter username in the comment.  You may tweet the following up to 2x daily.  Please leave a link to your tweet in your comment :
" MyPrettyPinkBox.com is a great way to promote your #beauty/#fashion products. Enter to #win a box here: http://bit.ly/9sOKfs @StuffSmart"

"MyPrettyPinkBox.com #beauty/#fashion products #giveaway. Enter to #win a box here: http://bit.ly/9sOKfs @StuffSmart"
3. Sign up for MyPrettyPinkBox.com's newsletter here.
4. Follow @LindaGranillo(mypretttypinkbox.com) on twitter and leave your twitter user name in the comment.
5.Purchase a MyPrettyPinkBox June 2010 using the code StuffSmart and give yourself 5 extra comments/entries.

*Disclaimer.  Information in this post was provided by MyPrettyPinkBox.com.  I was offered a giveaway for my readers and a box for myself once the contest is complete.  I am not affiliated with MyPrettyPinkBox.com.

Protect-A-Bed/Global Influence National Napping Day Campaign

You can imagine my surprise (and delight) when I found out that there is a National Napping Day!  I am a HUGE fan of naps!
Today March 12th is National Napping Day and Protect-A-Bed is celebrating by hosting Twitter and Blog giveaways.  To enter the Twitter Contest , follow @Protect_A_Bed on Twitter and use the hashtag #nappingday to share your funniest or strangest nap location for a chance to win a premium pillow protector.

Who is Protect-A-Bed?  I would encourage you to visit their site to read all about their products.  We've all probably heard or used the expression "Sleep tight, don't let the bed bugs bite", but many don't consider it literally.  Luckily most of us will not encouter "bed bugs" but there are dust mites and a host of other allergens that can be trapped in our bedding.  Protect-A-Bed has a comprehensive line of products to address your bedding needs.  They even have waterproof matress pads which could prove very handy for older children with bedwetting problems and adults with incontinence.  Their products are also machine washable and dryable.

One lucky StuffSmart reader will win a Queen Sized Premium Protect-A-Bed Premium Mattress Cover (Retail Value $79.99)

Main Entry Required for All other entries to count:  Visit http://www.protectabed.com/ and leave the product link to the product you would be most interested in purchasing for your family and why.  (For bedwetting/incontinence you can just say "waterproof")

Extra Entries:  (One entry for each you do.  You must leave a seperate comment for each extra entry in order for them to count)

1. Follow @Protect_A_Bed on twitter and leave your twitter username in your comment.
2. Participate in the #nappingday twitter contest and post the link to your tweet. (limit 1x per person)
3. Follow me using Google Friend Connect.  If you are already a follower just leave a comment saying so.
4. Follow me on twitter @StuffSmart.  Make sure to leave your twitter username with your comment.
5. If you follow me on Twitter you may tweet about this contest and leave a link to your tweet. You may use: Enter the #nappingday contest for a chance to win a @Protect_A_Bed Queen mattress cover http://bit.ly/cebIgx @StuffSmart    (you may do this once a day--leave a comment each time).
6. Fave me on Technorati using the button on the left sidebar.

Contest is open to US residents only.  Contest will end Monday, March 22, 2010.  Please be sure your email address is in your profile or comment so that I may contact you if you are the winner.  Winner will be contacted via email and have 48hrs to respond before an alternate winner is selected.

*Disclaimer:  As a member of The Global Influence I was chosen to promote Protect-A-Bed's National Napping Day activities in exchange for a giveaway for my readers and the same product for myself.  I received no financial compensation for this post.

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Rainbow Brite Doll Review and Giveaway~ Closed

I feel honored to be a part of this review and giveaway through MomSelect and Hallmark.  This is the 25th anniversary of Rainbow Brite.  Without making myself too old, I will say that I do remember Rainbow Brite but did not own one as I was past the doll stage when she was released.  There are several things that I like about Rainbow Brite.  I like that this doll is a 9.5 inch size and easy for little hands.  The dolls are also proportioned well as they are girls not women.  Their clothing is also more conservative and appear to be easier for children to dress and undress the dolls without parent assistance.  There are also other Rainbow Brite items available without having too many items and accessories.  Please check out their website  http://www.rainbowbrite.com/. I think this toy encourages more imaginative play rather than pleas for the newest car, house, boat, condo, mall etc accessory.  I would say the age of children that would most enjoy this doll would be 3-8 yo's but that is just my opinion.  Older girls my enjoy them just as well as they are very cute and original.  The doll that I received was Tickled Pink and she is so cute with her pink hair and clothing.  The dolls are currently available on Amazon.com but will also be available soon at Toys R Us and Target.  I will say that I've noticed a wide variety in prices on Amazon but can only imagine that is because this is a 25th Anniversary addition. 
Would you like to win one of the new dolls from the Rainbow Brite collection: Rainbow Brite, Tickled Pink, or Moonglow?  One lucky reader will win a doll of their own.  Which doll will you get?  It will be a surprise that even I won't know.  MomSelect and Halmark will be sending the lucky winner one of the three new dolls.  They are all sure to make a little girl very happy. 

Contest Rules: Contest is open to residents of the US only. You must follow entry instructions or your entry will be disqualified. Contest ends on Feb. 28, 2010 at 4pm EST and winners must email me(stuffsmartblog at gmail dot com) their address by March 1 at noon est. You must leave a way for me to contact you. If I can't contact you, I will draw another winner. Winners will be drawn using random.org.


To enter:  Visit http://www.rainbowbrite.com/  and leave a comment telling me what feature you like best on their website and who you would like to win a doll for. This is mandatory before any other entries will count.

Additional Entries:  (leave a seperate comment for each that you do to give yourself a better chance)

1. Follow my blog via Google Friend connect.  If you are already a follower just leave a comment saying so.
2. Follow me on twitter: @StuffSmart.  If you already do just leave a comment saying so with your twitter id.
3. Tweet about this giveaway: I entered to win a Rainbow Brite doll on @StuffSmart 's blog. Enter here: http://bit.ly/cuWeT5 & say (your name) sent you.#contest
4. Fave me on Technorati

Bonus Entry:  Tell your friends about this giveaway.  If they enter and add that you were the one who told them about my blog I will give you an extra entry for each friend.

This Giveaway is a fast one!  Good Luck!

Strange Daze Indeed's First Blog Giveaway

Head over to Strange Daze Indeed for her first blog giveaway!  You won't want to miss this one.  She has 5 great prizes to giveaway including a Logitech Webcam!  Hurry and enter to win the webcam or one of the other 4 prizes.  The giveaway ends 12/23!  Good Luck!

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, KN Karen Neuburger PJ Giveaway~Closed

KN Karen Neuburger and Dillard's department stores nationwide have teamed up to host Pink Parties in October in recognition of National Breast Cancer awareness month.  To see if your local Dillard's is participating click here to find your store's home page and list of events. 

Per the press release:

For each purchase of KN Karen Neuburger pajamas during the Pink Parties, KN will donate 30 minutes of research to Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The goal is to sponsor a month of breast cancer research to aid in the development of lifesaving treatments and an eventual cure for breast cancer. In addition, to help KN reach the goal of sponsoring a month of research, donations will also be accepted through their Time for Research page: https://support.bcrfcure.org/civicrm/contribute/pcp/info?reset=1&id=53.

For more information and details, please visit the KN Shop for a Cause online at http://www.karenneuburger.com/.

To help spread the word about the event KN Karen Neuburger has offered a giveaway to Stuff Smart readers.  One winner will receive a Set of KN Pink Ribbon Signature PJ's and a set of Pink Ribbon chenille socks.  Two additional winners will each receive a set of KN Pink Ribbon Signature PJ's.

To Enter:
Main entry must be completed before any additional entries count.  Visit http://www.karenneuburger.com/ and tell me your favorite item.

Additional Entries: 1 additional entry for each method.  Please leave a comment for each entry.
1-Follow me on Blogger.
2-Fave me on Technorati.
3-Follow me on twitter StuffSmart and tweet about this giveaway leaving your tweet link in your comment. (You may tweet once daily)
4-Blog about this giveaway and leave a blog link in your comments.

Giveaway ends Sunday night October 18, 2009 at midnight CST.  U.S. residents only.  Winners will be randomly drawn and notified by email.  The winners will have 48 hrs to respond to email or another winner will be chosen.  (Please make sure your comment is visable in your comment or blogger profile)
Note: The PJ's are available in sizes small, medium, large and x-large but due to the nature of the promotion the vendor cannot guarantee a requested size will be in stock.   Winners will be asked to email their first and second size choice options when emailing contact information.

Yogavive™ Apple Chips Review and Giveaway~Closed

I am so excited to tell everyone about Yogavive™ Apple Chips. They are Certified Organic and contain the equivalent of one apple in every bag. These are truly delicious. I have to say they taste too good to be fruit! Better yet we have all heard the phrase "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" and since each bag of Yogavive™ Apple Chips contains one apple they are a great way to boost your fruit intake while satisfying your sweet tooth. They also come in several awesome flavors to keep things lively. Yogavive has generously offered a giveaway to my readers. 5 Readers will win 6 boxes (30 bags) of Yogavive™ Apple Chips! That is an apple a day for 30 days!

To Enter:

Visit Yogavive™ Apple Chips and tell me which flavor sounds the best to you. If you do not have a blogger account please be sure to leave an email address in the comment so that I can contact you if you are a winner. To avoid spammers please use this format to list your email: stuffsmartblog(at)gmail(dot)com or you may email me with "Yogavive™ Apple Chips entry" in the subject line and I will enter you.

This entry is required before any additional entries will count.

Additional entries: Please leave comments for each that you do.

1-Follow me on Blogger (1 entry)

2-Fave me on Technorati (2 entries-comment for each)

3-Follow me on Twitter @StuffSmart and Tweet about this giveaway. Leave your tweet link in your comment. (1 entry per day)  (you may tweet:  RT @StuffSmart Yogavive™ Apple Chips 30 bag prize pack. 5 winners! Ends 10/15/09 http://bit.ly/Avn1J)

4-Visit Yogavive on Facebook www.facebook.com/yogavive. (1entry for visiting) (5 entries for becoming a fan-comment for each)

5-Follow Yogavive on Twitter @Yogavive. (1 entry)

6-Blog about this giveaway and leave a blog link in your comments (5 additional entries-comment for each)

Contest will end Oct 15, 2009 at midnight CST. One prize per person. US residents only. 5 Winners will be notified via email and have 72 hrs to get back to me with mailing information or a new winner will be chosen. Good Luck!

(I received no payment for my review or hosting a giveaway.  I was provided with a free sample of yogavive apple chips as a winner in one of their twitter/FB contests)