Good luck!

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The Munchkin Mighty Grip Glass Bottles have molded glass ribs for easy gripping and vented silicone nipples to help prevent gas and colic.  The glass and silicone disc make this bottle safe for storing breast milk.  The bottles also have an ounce/milliliter markings to track portion size, are available in three cute colors, and come in two sizes. 

Munchkin has also made a cushiony silicone sleeve that goes over the glass bottles to provide a secure grip and extra protection against breakage.  The comfortable, insulating sleeve helps keep liquids warm or cool, and can stay on the bottle in the refrigerator.  The vented design makes it easy to see the level of liquid in the bottle.

This Munchkin giveaway is valued at $20.96 and includes:

• one 4 oz glass bottle
• one silicone sleeve for the bottle
• five multi bowls
• four safety spoons

How to enter:

1)  Leave a comment telling me something about this product.  You can tell me why you like Munchkin products.  It could be their toys, sippy cups, etc.  Or you can tell me who would receive this package or why you’re switching to BPA products. 

2)  Give this post a thumbs up at Stumble Upon and leave your Stumble name.

3)  Tweet this post and leave your Twitter name or url.

4)  Post this giveaway on your blog and leave a link.

5)  Mention this giveaway on any forums or message boards and leave me a link.

6)  Add Keeping the Castle to your blogroll. 

Other info:

This contest ends February 2nd and is available to U.S. residents only.  The winner will be contacted by email and will have 72 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen.  You will not be put on a mailing list, but you must include your email address in the second box under your name (not in the comment box).

The Bloggy Giveaways carnival is up and running.  I also have other giveaways posted at Thrifty Mommy and Little Fun; Little Learning.

Good luck everyone!

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Head on over to Thoroughbred Fever for the mechanics of the giveaway. Place close attention and make sure you read the post. It’s easy to join, but it have a requirement to it.

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A bottle of EcoSmart Insect Repellent. This is a DEET-free bug repellent so you and your family will be able to fight off those nasty things without harmful chemicals.

And the winner is Theresa.

Congratulations! I will email you for the address to get the prize out to. Thank you very much for everyone who joined!

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• Are you online a lot?
• Do you have a to do list?

If you answered yes to those two questions and want to simplify your life, you have to try NowDoThis.

NowDoThis, created by Jakob Lodwick and William Cotton, is the simplest to do list I have ever seen. The site shows only 3 things on a white background:

• a task
• a “done” button
• an “edit list” link

To use the site, first click on “edit list” and enter the list of things you need to do, in the order that you want to do them. Save your list, and the first item appears. When you’re done with that, click “done” and the next task is shown. Once you go through your list, you’re rewarded with a very satisfying “All done!”.

The beauty of this tool is its simplicity. I’ve been guilty of stressing out over the next chore (what’s for dinner?) even as I’m still in the middle of doing another (laundry load #2). Concentrating on only one task at a time has helped me keep my mind uncluttered and conserve mental energy. With this tool, I can forget about the other tasks on my list because I literally don’t see them! And it feels so good to click on that “done” button.

NowDoThis also comes with tabs. You can customize these tabs to suit your needs, whether it’s to manage several projects or to keep a list of things you need to do later.

Done.

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This is a Blogtoberfest Sponsored Post. If you would like to enter for a chance to win the surprise gift behind this blog post, please leave a comment. Prize and Winner will be announced within a week. Check back to see if you’re the lucky winner and what you’ve won!

You also have lots of chances to win great Blogtoberfest prizes! Today, October 14th, your chances (and prizes) are hiding at the following blogs: Mother Earth’s Garden, A Child Chosen, Babylune, Baking Delights, Blog Fabulous, Busy Family Meals, Drinks After Dark, GenBetween, Jewelry and Beading, Play Lirary, She Knows Parties, Solo Mother, Super Nanny Rules, Unplugged Living. Visit them all and leave a comment — you may win even more!

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The very fun surprise gift is:

A Huru Humi Prize Package which consist of one Huru Humi, a t-shirt and stickers. This product line helps children develop communication, self-expression and social skills.

And the winner, picked using random.org, is:

Lindley
Oct 11, 2008 at 11:11 am

Just made chili this week with all the veggies we got from our yearly trip to the local farm. I didn’t even know there was a whole month dedicated to chili!

Congratulations, Lindley! For everyone, it’s not too late to join in the Blogtoberfest giveaways at b5media’s Lifestyles Channel. Keep an eye out for the next chance to win one of the surprise prizes!

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But back to the topic at hand… Thank you to all 105 of you who left a comment at the Blogtoberfest-sponsored post last Monday. The surprise prize for that post is a ‘Travel with Toddlers Gift Set’.

The Traveling with Toddlers gift set, valued at $39.21 includes the following: 1 Generic Small Flashlight, 1 Lysol® Disinfectant Spray – Crisp Linen® scent, 1 Charmin® To Go Bathroom  Tissue, 1 Charmin® To Go Toilet Seat Covers, 1 Bounty To Go Paper Towels Mini Rolls, 1 Survivor Industries – Travel Safe First Aid Kit, 1 Kleenex® Tissues Pocket Pack, 1 Candy Wipes, 3 Tush Wipes® Flushable Moist Wipes For Babies, 1 Sunbuddy® Sunscreen (for babies), 1 SmartShield® After Sun Pain Relief Gel packet, 2 Shout® Portable Wipes, 1 Sewing Kit, 1 Splinter Out, 1 Tom’s of Maine® Natural Anticavity Toothpaste for Children, 1 Oraline® Kid’s Toothbrush, 1 California Baby® Calming Bubble Bath – Aromatherapy, 1 California Baby® Calming Shampoo & Body Wash, 1, Boudreaux’s Butt Paste® Diaper Rash Ointment Tube, 1 Hands2Go® Alcohol Free Foam Hand Sanitizer, 1 Johnsons® Baby Lotion.

And the winner is…

Kamber
Oct 7, 2008 at 3:09 pm

Ty is such a great guy. It’s such a great thing what he is doing for people.

Congratulations, Kamber!

Thanks to everyone who participated. There are more prizes to win during Blogtoberfest here at Keeping the Castle and elsewhere in the Lifestyles channel. So keep reading and commenting!

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October is National Chili Month. It’s perfect, isn’t it? As the weather is turning cooler and the trees are changing colors, a hot bowl of delicious chili may be just what’s needed to feel warm all over.

To commemorate the month, I compiled these mouthwatering chili recipes from all over the web:

• Blue-ribbon chili at Moms Who Think
• Chicken chili at All Recipes
• Turkey Chili at Simply Recipes
• Cooking Light’s All-American chili at My Recipes

• Martha Stewart’s 30-minute chili, Real-deal Chili, White Turkey Chili, and Chili con Carne
• Emeril Lagasse’s Chuck wagon chili on the Food Network
• Best ever chili sauce for hot dogs at Cooks.com
• Cooking Light’s Quick vegetarian chili with avocado salsa at My Recipes
• Slow-cooked chili in cheddar bowls on the Food Network
• Bobby Flay’s Green pork chili, Red Beef Chili and Been and Black Bean Chili with Toasted Cumin Crema and Avocado Relish on the Food Network
• 30-minute chili mac at Best Chili Recipes
• A simple chili recipe at Cooks.com
• Best vegetarian chili in the world at All Recipes
• Down Home Crock Pot Chili at Best Chili Recipes
• Texas-style Chili, Crockpot Southwestern Chicken Chili at About.com

Creative Commons image via Flickr

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This is a Blogtoberfest Sponsored Post. If you would like to enter for a chance to win the surprise gift behind this blog post, please leave a comment. Prize and Winner will be announced within a week. Check back to see if you’re the lucky winner and what you’ve won!

You also have lots of chances to win great Blogtoberfest prizes! Today, October 8, your chances (and prizes) are hiding at the following blogs: Blog Fabulous, Drinks After Dark, Mother Earths Garden, Offbeat Homes, Simply Thrifty, Thrifty Mommy, Tree Hugging Family, Chocolate Bytes, Foodie Obsessed, and Our One Heart. Visit them all and leave a comment — you may win even more!

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Today kicks off the beginning of our Second Annual b5media Lifestyles Channel Blogtoberfest Two Week Giveaway Event!

This year, we’re happy to introduce our sponsors, who with a combined effort, are giving away over $7,000 in prizes.

Go through the list and see what you can’t live without, or would just love to give to someone you know.

Now, to make things especially fun, we’ve mixed up the prizes and placed some on unlike sites so it won’t be so easy to figure out where those prizes are lurking.

Cleatskins- A cleat that you can take to the streets. These are A skin that you pull over your cleats so you can take them anywhere and they won’t scratch the ground or ruin the spikes. One lucky winner will get a pair of Cleatskins in the size and color you want. Sizes range from youth XXS to adult XXL and color choices include: Jet Black, Blue Ribbon, Royal Blue, Kelly Green, Lime Green, Lemon Chrome, Orange, Formula One Red, Camo Grey, Camo Pink, Hot Pink, Liquid Gold. Price: $17.95

Keep reading after the jump to see many, many, many more prizes.

Stretchmarks No More- Tired of those ugly stretchmarks? One lucky winner is going to get to try some Forces of Nature Stretchmarks no more. Value $24.99

Cold & Flu- One lucky winner isn’t going to have to fight the flu season this year, they are getting a bottle of Cold & Flu. Stop the flu….FAST. Value- $26.95

PMS Finesse- One lucky winner is getting a bottle of PMS Finesse, this little bottle has been proven to eliminate or ease the PMS Symptoms we all dread. Value $24.95

Soreness No More- Eases arthritis, muscular aches and joint pain in a purely natural way. This is an approved over-the-counter product. Value $19.99

Acne- No one likes acne especially teens, Acne No More has been medically proven to eliminate acne. One lucky winner is going to get their very own bottle. Value $24.95

Creativity Express- 10 Winners will get a copy. Creativity Express is interactive educational software for kids ages 7 and up. Animated characters, games, and projects provide hours of fun while developing creativity and whole brain thinking, strengthening problem solving skills and encouraging self expression. Value $29.95 per.

Coin Clutch- it’s outstanding for carrying all of your survival essentials – cash, credit cards, lip gloss and breath mints. This tiny giant can even hold an iPod. Complete with durable nylon lining, key ring on an elastic cord and handy wrist strap, the Coin Clutch works on its own or in a larger purse. Our Coin Clutch is the perfect blend of fun and function. Value $30.00

The Hipster- You can pack your wallet, phone, keys, lip gloss (even a passport!) into this hands-free shoulder purse. It measures 6 1/2? x 9? with a 50? strap long enough to wear across your body or simply over your shoulder. Want to adjust the length? Just tie a knot in the strap. $40.00

Medium Casual Tote- The Medium casual tote can go anywhere you can, it features one zipper pocket and one open pocket on the inside. Our unique straps are made from a comfortable seatbelt fabric, and the totes themselves are made from our newest heavy canvas cloth. The Medium Tote is 11? wide x 9? tall x 3? at the base. Value $85.00

Portable Playtime- This kids backpack that converts to a playmat designed to fit the airplane tray table. Value $45.95

The Learning Tree- One winner will get a $50 GC (Gift Certificate) to the site, now you can get all those goodies for your for your loved one. It’s an online version of our successful toy stores. Since 1996, The Learning Tree stores have provided the Kansas City metropolitan area with unique, toys and gifts for kids. We just re-launched our site and we’re adding new toys, books and games almost daily. Value $50.

Do The Weather Wiggle with Stormin Bob Swanson CD- It’s a children’s music CD that will help teach kids all about the weather and get down and boogie. Sing songs like “How Hot is It?” or a “Tongue Twister Weather Song” with your kids. Value 12.00

VTech CS6129- The newly announced CS6129 features DEC 6.0 technology and is proven to deliver superior sound quality, range and security. The competitively priced CS6129 offers features such as a digital answering system, caller ID/call waiting and speakerphone in each handset. Additionally, the bundled DECT 6.0 configuration enables multiple handsets to be “in use” simultaneously – allowing users to conveniently conference calls, transfer calls or intercom between handsets. $79.95

VTech DS6121- The VTech DS6121 cordless phone uses DECT 6.0 digital technology for superior sound quality, security and range and sports a sleek design to fit with contemporary rooms. The phone’s silver metallic finish and blue backlit keypad and display provide a great ambiance that lends style to today’s modern home. $49.95

VTech LS6117- The VTech LS6117 is inspired by skateboard and snowboard designs and can be customized to fit every season personality. Operating on DECT 6.0 technology for crystal-clear conversations, the LS6117 includes interchangeable graphic inserts for customizing the back plate, and the option to create and print your own artwork online. $44.95

AT&T SL82218- The AT&T SL82218 is a dual-handset cordless answering system using DECT 6.0 digital technology. With state-of-the-art antenna technology for maximum clarity and range, the phone has been proven to provide an additional 45 percent of open field talk range and a 15 percent better in-home calling range than other DECT cordless phones on the market. For additional flexibility, the SL82218 is expandable up to 12 handsets and offers other features like a handset speakerphone and handset-to-handset call transfer. $69.95

Porcelain Christmas Ornaments- 1 winner will get a pair of porcelain Christmas Ornaments from FeeFiFoto. Value $26.50 for heart and $21.50 for Snowflake.

Scrapping Frenzy- $25 GC to the site, this is an online scrapbook store with a large variety of scrapbook supplies. Items such as dimensional stickers, albums, clips, cardstock, embellishments and more.

Barack Obama Action Figure / John McCain Action Figure- The Barack Obama and John McCain Action Figures stand 6” tall and have 8 points of articulation for Presidential posting. Made from phthalate-free PVC, these expertly crafted figures are packaged in a window box which includes original illustration art. $12.99 each.

Undercover Vegetable Company- 3 sets (for 3 different blogs) assorted boxes of Yotta bars: Hidden Veggies on the Go! Each Yotta bar contains one full serving of veggies and fruit, yet they taste like cherry, orange, or apple cinnamon. 120 Calories, all natural, 6-9 vegetables in each bar.

(5)Search for the Cure Stationary Caddies- Each caddie contains 25 pearl white correspondence cards with a pink ribbon icon at the top. Coordinating pink mist envelopes are included, and the package is wrapped with a pink ribbon. Plus $2 per box will donated by Crane & Co. to a breast cancer awareness organization.

Room Design Package- 1 winner will get this great design a room package from Designer AtHome. $299

EcoSmart Ant & Roach Killer- This is an organic way to kill those pesky ants, carpenter ants, cockroaches, spiders, etc. Now no more worrying about what you are spraying into the air, this is filled with plant oils such as peppermint oil, roemary oil and wintergreen oils. Value $6.55

EcoSmart Flying Insect Killer- Get thsoe flies gone the healthy way, zap them with an organic plant oil and see the bugs fly away. Works on flies, gnats, mosquitoes, wasps, etc Value $6.55

EcoSmart Insect Repellent- It’s a DEET free bug repellent so your child will be able to fight off those nasty things without harmful chemicals. Value $6.19

EcoSmart Wasp & Hornet killer- This is an organic plant oil remedy to get rid of hornets and wasps. Use any space in your house that spiders roam or outside your house where bees and hornets will gather. You no longer have ot worry about your child breathing it. Value $7.55

(3) Make This Your Lucky Day Prize Package- Winners will get the “Make This Your Lucky Day book plus a one hour phone consultation with Ellen Whitehurst. Ellen Whitehurst is internationally recognized as ‘The Empowered Lifestylist’ as well as being a popular monthly columnist for Redbook magazine where she writes ‘Shuistrology’ (Feng Shui + Astrology =) Ellen also pens a daily tip for iVilllage.com (’Feng Shui Tip of the Day) that currently is sent to over 400,000 subscribers per day. Her debut book, MAKE THIS YOUR LUCKY DAY, released early in 2008 is now in it’s Third Printing while also selling well world wide. Ellen has had product partnerships with Starbucks, The Trump Organization and Monster.com, to name a few, in the past and is a sought after radio and television guest. $350

(2) Create a Life That Tickles Your Soul- Suzanne Zoglio has autographed two hardcover copies of this book for the winners, plus a feather bookmark. “It’s never too late to live the life you want! Create A Life That Tickles Your Soul is a guide to living your life from the inside out. Whether you want more balance, more adventure, or more meaning in life, now is the time to find it. This inspiring read is full of practical tips on how to live as you wish.Value $14.00 paperback, hardcover $19.00

(2) Recharge in Minutes- 2 winners will get an autographed paperback copies. It’s the “energy bible” -101 ways to renew your energy in 10 minutes or less…wherever you are! Value $14.00 paperbook, $19.00 hardcover

EcoBags- These eco-friendly bags are designed just for you. Win one that reads “Bring Your Own Bug” bag. (butterfly, spider, grasshopper) $14.99

The Pretty Peacock- One winner will get a $30 GC to the site.This site is full of wonderful gift items, items such as pendants, bracelets, key chains, anklets, aromatherapy, rings, etc. Value $30

Broken TeePee Designs- $50 GC to the site which has tons of jewelry and beading to look through. Items such as floral gems, 14KT Gold, sterling silver, black silver and many other choices of jewelry pieces. Value $50

“Living the Dream” Laundry mom t-shirts- Your choices are a short sleeve Laundry Mom Lipstick/Light Pink or a sherbert/white fitted t-shirt sizes S – XL, a Loose Fitting Laundry Mom light blue – sizes S – 2XL or a long sleeve fitted Laundry Mom t-shirt – Avocado color – sizes S – XL. Value $27

(10) Scan on the Go secure cards- Portable identity theft protection/virus scanning solutions that’ll let you protect yourself at home or anywhere you go with your computer. These little devices are small enough to fit in your wallet so you can pop them out whenever you need them. Be safe while surfing the net. Value $69.00

Kid’s-one-of-a-kind Personalized tags- Handcrafted sterling silver necklace. Looking for that unique gift to get mom, something not everyone will have for her? This is it, each child’s name is stamped into a coin and placed onto a ring that slides onto a necklace for mom to wear.Value $35

My Family, a Handstamped one of a kind necklace- Each necklace on SiMag is handcrafted and beautiful. The handstamped necklace was hammered out, giving it a unique look, each name is handstamped into the piece. It’s 1 1/2 inches round circle and sterling silver. Value $33

Subtle Butt- 3.5” square patch that filters the odor of flatulence- now you can afford to buy a gift for your stinky friends and family and stand to be around them, too! Value: $9.95 for 5 patches

Skid Out- specially-textured sponge that wipes away deodorant skids, toothpaste drool, makeup smudges, and other on-the-go wardrobe mishaps without the use of moisture or chemical treatment. Value $4.95 for 2 reusable sponges

(under)Garment Guard- disposable adhesive underwear; ditch pantylines and rogue thongs while keeping the protection. Value $7.95 for 7

Garment Guard- Tired of those underarm stains? Disposable underarm shields; prevent embarrassing wet marks and yellow stains. Value $10.95 for 5 pairs original size or $14.95 for 5 pairs large

Gloves in a Bottle- Gloves in a Bottle is a shielding lotion that rapidly absorbs into, and bonds with, the outer layer of skin creating a protective layer while retaining the natural moisture from within. This makes it the perfect dry skin care product. Value $14.95 8oz bottle

Skin MD Natural- a Shielding Lotion is far more effective as a dry skin care treatment than mere moisturizing lotions or protective creams. If you suffer from dry skin, you know that just using a moisturizing lotion doesn’t solve the problem. Value $18 4oz bottle

Charbridge Knits & More Hats- One winner will get 3 hats of their choice, these are handmade hats that you’ll need to give them one week to complete for you. Pick your size and color. Value $50

Debra Gano- Debra Gano has decided to donate an autographed copy of Beauty’s Secret, Heartlight Girls Series Book 1. Its an empowering series for pre-teen girls that won the 2008 COVR award for Best Children’s Book of the Year. This one tells a Fairytale about a girl named Beauty and how she found her true inner beauty. Something every young girl needs to do. Value $17.95

(5) $25 Gift Certificate to ChicGems-Find that perfect accessory for the woman who loves to be fashionable without being overly trendy. Fun, flirty, and feminine, these gems will add instant excitement to your wardrobe! 5 winners will get to head to ChicGems where they can pick out their own jewelry. They’ve got necklaces, rings, apparel, earrings, bracelets and more. Value $125.00

Pink Grapefruit Candy Gems Necklace- Sarah Radford, designer is planning on giving 1 lucky winner this beautiful necklace. Candy Gems line is sure to be the playful accessory you have been searching for this season. From blue raspberry to ginger candy, these high quality resin acrylic necklaces transition from day to night flawlessly and come in a variety of delicious colors. Glass seed beads accent these necklaces. A must have modern twist on a classic. Value $50.

Earrings- Johanna Ely over at Good Girls Studio is giving away one pair of Fresh Water Pearl earrings with oxidized sterling silver circle earwires. Value $

$30 Gift Certificate to Tumbleweed Bead Co.- Jessica Russell is famous for her beautiful and feminine handcrafted jewelry, head on over and take a peek. There will be one winner. Value $30.

Banjee Wrist Wallet- Zippered wrist pouch that can store your personal items. Perfect for that daily jog or a quick trip into town. Reversible for two style options. Value $14.95

UGLY T-shirt- Word on the street is that U G L Y is the new beautiful so why not shout to the world that you are unique, gifted and lovable in “Hey U G L Y” signature T-shirts. UGLY stands for Unique Gifted Loveable You. Value $16.50

Dove Giftbag- Chic brown, quilted designer bag perfect for fall and large enough to be used as a laptop case or diaper bag. Bottle of shampoo and bottle of conditioner. In honor of The Women movie in support of the Campaign for Real Beauty at Dove.com. Value $50

3 Month Membership- Bookswim is giving away a 3 month membership to rent books. It’s netflicks for books. No late fees, no return dates, 3 books at a time. Good for the environment and good for the budget. Value $60

Portable Hard Drive- A purpose-built, high-performance portable storage drive that is perfect for carrying and protecting your digital content.Value $119.99 for 250 GB, $149.99 for 320GB and $239.99 for 500GB.

The Johnny Light- The patented Johnny Light is a soft green night-light, activated by a gravity switch when the commode seat is raised. It offers improvements in health, safety, hygiene, household harmony and gender respect, by preventing disturbing overhead lights during the nightly constitutional . . . reminding men to “put the seat back down!” . . . and reducing the clean-up while speeding up potty training for toddler boys. Value $16

(10) Blurb bookmarking Credits- Blurb is a print-on-demand platform that enables anyone to create a bookstore-quality book. All you need is a computer and some inspiration. Blurb’s BookSmart software is free to download to your Mac or PC. BookSmart includes a wide variety of professionally designed layouts to select from. You can create books in four sizes: 7×7”, 10×8”, 8×10”, and 13×11”. Import photos, text, artwork, or even your blog (you can use Blurb’s “slurper” tools to instantly import content from your Flickr, Picasa, Photobucket, Blogger, or Typepad accounts). Layout your book and upload it to Blurb when you’re ready to order. Order one book, or many. Your book will arrive in 7-10 days. And if you want to share your masterpiece with the world, make it available in Blurb’s Bookstore, where you can set your own price and keep 100% of the mark-up. Value $29.95

Age Intervention Enlighten- Age Intervention Enlighten, a remarkable new composition that brightens and encourages the uniform appearance of facial discoloration – even stubborn hyperpigmentation. Enlighten combines exceptional brightening technology with de-aging agents that result in the refined, rejuvenated, illuminated skin we all want. Value $89.00

Age Intervention Peptide Extreme- Age Intervention Peptide Extreme is the most concentrated, proprietary peptide formulation ever and sets a new standard for extraordinary skin rejuvenation with four targeted peptide blends that work to rebuild and revitalize any skin type. Combined with potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, your skin will visibly respond on every measurable level. Value $89.00

Marini Lash- Jan Marini, pioneer of eyelash enhancement products, just launched a new, next-generation eyelash enhancement technology! Marini Lash is a non-prostaglandin eyelash formulation containing a proprietary peptide and other essential factors, giving users amazingly gorgeous, dense, lush eyelashes. Value $160.00

Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 30- Daily Face Protectant SPF 30 Waterproof combines a cutting edge microscopic sponge encapsulation system, state-of-the-art sun protection, and a PhytoMelanin plant extract that mimics human melanin, providing further UV and antioxidant protection. The result is a formulation that ensures oil-free, continuous coverage for daily or extended exposure conditions with a broad spectrum SPF 30 rating that is also waterproof for times when perspiration or water sports may be a factor. Value $47.00

(2) Yoga Foundations With Hillary Rubin- Beginning Yoga DVD, especially great for those with chronic illnesses or physical pain. Value $25

Bear Naked Prize Package-

1-12 oz. package of Bear Naked Native Yumberry Goji Currant ($5.99)
1-12 oz. package of Bear Naked Native Mango Agave Almond ($5.99)
1-4.5 oz. package of Bear Naked Hundred Mile Medley Trail Mix ($2.99)
1-5 oz. package of Bear Naked High Sierra Blend Organic Trail Mix ($3.99)

Value $18.96

Micralite Toro Stroller- One of the most ergonomic strollers on the market. With its simplicity and compactness of its fold and its lightweight, puts the Micralite in a class by itself. Launched in Europe over five years ago, Micralite has been consistently ranked the number one stroller by MotherCare Catalogue, the largest specialty juvenile retailer in the UK, with stores throughout five continents. Micralite has also been given a ‘Best Buy’ distinction by Prima Baby Magazine and Mums Net and has received a Practical Parenting 5 Star Award. Now available in North America, Micralite with its sleek and innovative design combines ease-of-use with style. With a single-handed lift of the handle, the front wheels effortlessly retract and disappear between the rear wheels leaving the stroller freestanding and ready to be stored.Value $524.95

Svan Scooter- A simple, pared-down design of this classic ride-on toy. Its sculpted curves and lack of bells and whistles make it both fresh and refreshing. And your kids won’t be able to stay off of it. For ages 1-5 (up to 50 lbs.), comes in natural finish and espresso, constructed of sustainable birch wood with a lead-free finish and low-VOC paints, meets ASTM F963 safety requirements for ride-on toys. Value $119 for natural or $149.99 for Espresso

Cariboo Activity Gym- The perfect activity gym to fascinate and delight infants – featuring the friendly faces of Cloud B™ Sleep Sheep and Friends! This active learning toy creates a freestanding play environment or attaches to a Cariboo Bassinet for an entertaining mobile. Includes four miniature Sleep Sheep and Friends toys by Cloud B™: Lavender Lab, Sleep Sheep, Twilight Turtle, and Moon. And natural, eco-friendly materials make this activity gym baby-safe in every way. Value $159.95

lillebaby EveryWear – The líllébaby™ EveryWear™ is a versatile child carrier, featuring multiple sitting positions and all-in-one carrying (outward facing/inward facing, hip or back) from newborn to toddler. The contoured seat offers ergonomic sitting positions and promotes healthy spine development. The Gentle Motion Suspension System™ helps absorb weight and movement, making it comfortable for both parent and child. Value $99.95

DreamBelly Stretch Mark Cream- More than just a deep-moisturizing skin cream, Dream Belly was designed specifically for the dermatological demands of pregnancy, and works in two unique ways. First, DreamBelly helps prevent stretch marks by keeping skin supple and elastic. Second, DreamBelly may aid the body in regenerating strained tissues and help fade existing marks. Value $19.95

Nursing Time Tea- Nursing Time Tea is the all-natural herbal tonic designed to help nursing mothers increase their milk flow and soothe digestive unease of both mother and baby. Value $14.95

Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash- Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash is pure and balanced cleansing for your entire body, even your most sensitive areas. The safest daily cleanser for pregnancy, this moisturizing wash features the anti-inflammatory benefits of green tea and cucumber, and the relaxing aromatherapy of lavender and chamomile.Value $18.00

All Day Moisture Body Lotion- All Day Moisture Body Lotion deeply moisturizes, comforts and soothes dry, itchy skin. Features the essential oil of lemon, which is known for its uplifting qualities and aroma-therapeutic ability to calm upset stomachs. Chamomile softens and refreshes. Value $25

Fair Haven Health Package- One lucky winner will get the following:

FertiliTea, a delicious herbal tea designed especially for trying-to-conceive women. Supports overall reproductive health, encourages hormonal balance, and optimizes your chances of conceiving. Value $14.95

Fertile Flame, is a natural soy fertility candle to help put you in the mood. Fertility enhancing scents that’s proven to help. Value $6.95

Bend Breathe, and Conceive, is a uniquely new DVD on yoga to help couples conceive a child. Will it be you? Value $19.95

Total Value $41.85

$100 Gift Card- Plastic Jungle is giving away a $100 Gift card to their store so you can stock up on those wonderful goodies. This is a site where people can buy gift cards at a discount, sell them for cash and trade them for something else

Take Me Away Gift Set – Includes: 1 Kiss My Face Olive & Aloe Bar®, 1 Crystal Stick Deodorant, 5 Sweetspot Labs on-the-go wipettes- geranium lavender, 1 Evian® freshener spray, 1 Pharmacopia® Lavender Body Lotion, 1 EO® Shower Gel- French Lavender, 1 EO® Shampoo- French Lavender, 1 EO® Conditioner French Lavender, 1 Frizz-Ease® Corrective Styling Mousse, 1 Frizz-Ease® Moisture Barrier Hairspray, 2 Nice n Clean® Cleansing & Make-up Remover Towellette, 3 Bigelow® Darjeeling Blend Tea, 5 Herban Essentials Lavender Towellette, 1 All the Better to Kiss You With Organic Lip Balm- Lavender Vanilla, 1 Sleep Mask. Products are packaged in a Fair Trade container made from the abaca plant which is indigenous to a remote village in the Philippines. Proceeds promote the livelihood and education of the local craftspeople. Value $47.35

The Pink Bag Wedding Day Survival Gear ($45.16) – Includes: 4 Kleenex® Tissues Pocket Pack, 1 Static Guard®, 1 WrinkleSpray Wrinkle Relaxer / Reducer, 1 Evercare Lint Pic-Up, 1 Sewing Kit in case, 2 Shout® Portable Wipes, 1 Banana Boat® Sport Sunblock SPF30 (tube), 2 Tampax® Regular Tampons (single), 1 TRESemme® Hair Spray – Aerosol, 1 Johnson & Johnson Band-Aid® 8 pack, 1 Clear eyes® Handy Pocket Pal®, 1 Pop-Up Hairbrush with Mirror, 1 Shoe Shine Wipes, 1 Women Degree® Ultra Clear anti-perspirant & deodorant – Pure Satin. 1 Lubriderm® Moisture Lotion, 1 Ms Manicure Purse Size Emery Boards, 1 LA Fresh Dental Finger Mitt, 1 Tylenol® Extra Strength, 1 NoDoz®, 1 Rolaids® Peppermint Antacid, 1 Blistex® Medicated Lip Ointment, 1 OraLine® Floss & Go®, 1 Bayer® Aspirin, 1 Pepto Bismol®, 1 PDI® Nail Polish Remover Pad, 2 Nice’n Clean® Facial Make-up Remover Cloths, 1 SweetSpot Labs® on-the-go wipettes- geranium lavender, 1 Dry Hands®, 1 Alka Seltzer®, 1 Advil®, 1 Vicks® DayQuil® LiquiCaps®, 1 Benadryl®, 1 Altoids® Peppermints Sugar-free Smalls packed inside of a reuseable pink tote bag.

Fat Free Salad Dressing Sampler Deluxe ($25.30) – 13 different flavors of fat free dressings (26 total) in Insulated Lunch Bag. Includes: 2 Kraft® Free Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing, 2 Kraft® Fat Free 1000 Island Dressing, 2 Kraft® Fat Free Ranch Dressing, 2 Kraft® Fat Free French Style Dressing, 2 Kraft® Fat Free Italian Dressing, 2 Kraft® Fat Free Catalina, 2 Hidden Valley® Fat Free French Style Dressing, 2 Hidden Valley® Fat Free Italian Dressing, 2 Hidden Valley® Fat Free Thousand Island Dressing, 2 Hidden Valley® Fat Free Ranch Dressing, 2 Kens® Fat Free Italian Dressing, 2 Kens® Fat Free Honey Dijon Dressing, 2 Kens® Fat Free French Dressing.

Spa Treatment on the Go ($67.36) – Brand New Product, Just Launched! Comes in either a blue, black or brown Do Good toiletry foldout bag with handles. Includes: 1 Evian® Facial Spray, 1 Pharmacopia® Lavender Body Lotion, 1 Razz® Sponge Mini Net, 1 Do Good – Sleeping Mask – Brown/tan trim, 1 E-A-R® Classic® Plus Ear Plugs, 1 Aromatherapy Scent Inhaler – World Peace, 2 LA Fresh® Deodorant for Women Towelette, 1 SweetSpot Labs® on-the-go wipettes- basil grapefruit, 1 Sweetspot Labs® on-the-go wipettes- geranium lavender, 1 Ponds® Makeup Remover Towelettes, 1 Body Image® Shower Cap, 1 EO® Shower Gel-French Lavender, 1 EO® Conditioner French Lavender, 1 EO® Shampoo French Lavender, 1 EO® Revitalizing Lotion for Legs & Feet, 1 Pharmacopia® Lavendar Hand Cream- Pillow Pack, 1 California Baby® Calming Aromatherapy Bubble Bath, 1 DrSchollls® Foot Softening Balm, 1 DrScholls® Pumice Foot Scrub, 1 Ms Manicure Purse Size Emery Boards, 1 Neutrogena® Original Formula Soap, 1 All The Better To Kiss You With Organic Lip Balm – Lavender Vanilla, 2 Herban Essentials Lavender Towelette, 1 Naturopatch of Vermont Aromatherapy Body Patch – Relief from Stress, 1 Toms of Maine® Natural Deodorizing Body Spray – calendula, 1 St.Ives® Invigorating Apricot Scrub.

Traveling with Toddlers ($39.21) – Includes: 1 Generic Small Flashlight, 1 Lysol® Disinfectant Spray – Crisp Linen® scent, 1 Charmin® To Go Bathroom Tissue, 1 Charmin® To Go Toilet Seat Covers, 1 Bounty To Go Paper Towels Mini Rolls, 1 Survivor Industries – Travel Safe First Aid Kit, 1 Kleenex® Tissues Pocket Pack, 1 Candy Wipes, 3 Tush Wipes® Flushable Moist Wipes For Babies, 1 Sunbuddy® Sunscreen (for babies), 1 SmartShield® After Sun Pain Relief Gel packet, 2 Shout® Portable Wipes, 1 Sewing Kit, 1 Splinter Out, 1 Tom’s of Maine® Natural Anticavity Toothpaste for Children, 1 Oraline® Kid’s Toothbrush, 1 California Baby® Calming Bubble Bath – Aromatherapy, 1 California Baby® Calming Shampoo & Body Wash, 1, Boudreaux’s Butt Paste® Diaper Rash Ointment Tube, 1 Hands2Go® Alcohol Free Foam Hand Sanitizer, 1 Johnsons® Baby Lotion.

Entertainment Publications, Inc- the leading provider of discounts and promotions. EPI helps people improve their quality of life by providing them with billions of dollars in discounts every year. EPI’s best-in-class offers can be found in the Entertainment® membership book, on Entertainment.com, through its business partner’s private label savings programs, and via various local search partner Web sites. Annually, EPI generates over $7 billion in revenue for its over 50,000 local and national business partners representing 185,000 merchant locations throughout North America. Over the last five years, the company helped raise over $450 million for the charities it serves. Value $25-40.00

The RED GODDESS CELEBRATION BOX- contains special treasures that will help encourage that special young girl to honor herself and respect her body’s changes as she enters into her new phase of womanhood! Besides this gorgeous keepsake box, your Goddess will get lavender bath salts, celebration tea, a pad purse, stationary, foot rub and much, much more. Value $85

(2) Star Wars Flash Drives- These cute little flash drives are sporting the Star Wars Characters. They even have their own little sayings. Isn’t that cute? Value $39.95 each.

Build-a-Bear- Hopeful Wishes Teddy II wants you to take her/him home and its for a good cause. There is only one winner for this bear but Build-a-Bear is donating $5 from each sale of this little bear and giving it to breast cancer education, research and support groups. Isn’t that a great cause? Value $25.

The Feminine Mistake- Examines the real value of women’s work and the true price of economic dependence. Value $5.99

Kolobags Designer Wheeled Laptop Case- No longer does traveling with a wheeled laptop bag have to be such a drag. Vibrant colors such as blue, green, orange, pink, red, white, and then (of course) black are the hardest part of this decision. This sharp leather brief can travel solo or be a wheeled bag because of McKlein’s patented removable wheel and handle system. The laptop brief features an organizer section for media gadgets, a front zipper pocket for miscellaneous items, a removable high density laptop sleeve, and a retractable handle. In addition to protecting your laptop, you can protect your valuables in the front pocket which features a secure key lock. Value $215

limited edition Hennessy V.S. Flask- The Hennessy V.S. Flask, as the embodiment of carefree and confident masculinity, is the perfect gift for husbands, fathers and boyfriends.

Melacor- 3 bottles of Melacor. A Natural vitamin and mineral supplement for the treatment of melasma, or pregnancy mask. Treat this skin condition from the inside out. Value: $49.95

Faveur Clothing- James Atwood wants to give one lucky reader a $50 Gift Certificate to Get Faveur. Faveur Clothing is a Indie Clothing and T-shirt Company started by two brothers who had a crazy idea to design clothing that was more than just unique art and designs, But clothing with Heart, Truth and Faith!

Diffraction Jewelry Package- Beth Cummings is giving one lucky reader a Jewelry Prize Pack which includes Ivy Stud Earrings, Plumage Pendant and Sliver Wine Charms. Value $53.00

Zen Baby DVD/CD combo pack- Miki Shaler is donating a copy of Zen Baby DVD/CD for a lucky reader. Celebrity moms are big fans of introducing their little ones to Zen and it is an Award-winning DVD. What better way for you to help your baby feel relaxed and calm, who knows you might just fall asleep. Value $14.99 DVD

$100 Gift Certificate- Joanne Cioffi, owner of Morado Designs specializes in personalized baby products, from keepsake quilts, custom embroidered announcments to homemade baby blankets. You’ll get to spend $100 there.

Connection Cove is giving away one Casio Exilim EX-Z80. Isn’t she a beauty? Value $159.00

(4) Huru Humi Prize Packages which consist of one Huru Humi, a t-shirt and stickers. This product line helps children develop communication, self-expression and social skills.

Diapers.com wants to donate a Halloween Costume. Diapers.com has so many great deals on diapers as well as many other baby products. Value $22.99-$54.99

Anita from Anita’s Arts is providing a Bucilla Sugar Plum Fairy Stocking Kit. Isn’t she cute? Whether it is for you or your darling little child, someone will definitely love this item. Value $20.99

Michelle Hamor of Chase Your Bliss Photography is donating a 5×7 print of her “Clover” photo. Value $20

$25 Amazon Gift Certificate from Gack Ink.

$25 Amazon Gift Certificate from MomGadget, now you can pick your own prize.

(2) You’re Empowered! – a 3-hour CD program titled You’re Empowered! Parenting Teens with Conviction, Communication and Love. Find out how to communicate with your teen and encourage them. Value: $29.95 each

Book Package from ArtPlantae Books which consists of “Drawing and Painting Plants by Christina Brodie. This book is an inspiring introduction to botanical illustration. A copy of “Pronouncing Dictionary of Plant Names” a 93-page pocket dictionary containing 3,000 plant names and last a set of “Bookmark Notes”, practical bookmarks for gardeners and landscape designers. Plant information is recorded on one side and research references on the other side.

Baby Signing Time Gift Set- Begin communicating with your baby before they even speak their first word. Starting a child off early in life can help them achieve learning a second language easier. This gift set includes 4 baby signing times DVDs, 4 baby signing times CDs and a free Good Night Baby CD. Value: $99.99

The Complete Baby Journal Organizer & Keepsake- Marijke Durning from Womb Within and Help My Hurt wanted to donate this gift. It has a baby journal with photo frames, organizational folders, full size growth chart, baby records worksheets and emergency and baby info cards. Value: $29.95

Hachette Book Group is giving 5 Katie Brown Celebrates away. Katie gives readers a reason to host a party every month of the year. From a festive New Year’s Eve dinner to a lavish Christmas brunch, from the perfect child’s birthday party to a down-home family reunion, readers will delight in Katie’s signature approach to making any celebration simply wonderful. Value: $30

(5) Confetti Cakes for Kids- This book is all about fun confetti cakes for kids to eat. What kid wouldn’t want to eat that little cake right? Yummy. Elisa Strauss has created confections as elaborate as a platter of sushi, a wine bottle in a crate, and a designer handbag. Now she focuses her talents on her younger fans with this enchanting collection of cakes, cookies, and cupcakes for kids.

(2) I Like You by Amy Sedaris- Are you lacking in direction in how to whip up a swanky soiree for lumberjacks? A dinner party for white-collar workers? A festive gathering for the grieving? Don’t despair. Take a cue from entertaining expert Amy Sedaris and host an unforgettable fete that will have your guests raving.

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Ty Pennington, the host of ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, combines an art education (specifically graphic design, painting and sculpture), carpentry skills, modeling and acting in one package. He attended Kennesaw College before transferring to the Atlanta Art Institute and then the Atlanta College of Art. His modeling after college took him all over the world, working for clothing companies and appearing in TV commercials.

On TV, Ty first gained popularity as the hunky, sometimes-shirtless carpenter of TLC’s Trading Spaces. He has since added to his TV credits as the design team leader and host of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, and as the author of New York Times bestseller Ty’s Tricks, published in 2003. Ty also has his own line of home accessories. He recently signed an exclusive multi-year contract with Sears, and is the ambassador for the Sears American Dream Campaign.

At the “Move that Bus” reveal of the Home Makeover for the Nickless family, Ty led volunteers in unloading some of the new furniture for the home. I also heard that Arlene’s room was Ty’s special project for this show. Much of the rest of Ty’s time last Friday, however, was spent in the production aspect of the show. During filming, Ty was a bundle of energy. There was a lot of running, and waving of arms, and this was even before the family arrived!

Ty’s bio provided by ABC. Image from personal collection, M.Macalincag, ©2008. Do not use without permission.

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