Thank you to Kidsumers for organizing this giveaway.
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Pampers Prize Pack Giveaway! #BabyShower Event
Thank you to Kidsumers for organizing this giveaway.
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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. This giveaway is sponsored by Pampers and was organized by Kidsumer. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Pampers Coupons on P&G BrandSAVER
These coupons are first come, first serve. Pampers Canada has decided not to mail out coupons anymore but to offer them on their Facebook page to be retrieved through the P&G BrandSAVER page.
Head over to P&G BrandSAVER today and get your coupons mailed out to you but remember to do it quick!
Plus don't forget to go "Like" Pampers Canada on Facebook
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn on behalf of P&G. This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
The Lust Garden Book Tour Begins! Plus Giveaway
The Lust Garden
With her perfectly tousled blonde hair and pink, pouty lips, Gianna Salvani is the girl everyone loves to hate. She has it all - fame, fortuneand unrivaled beauty. But behind the seductive smile is an insecure girl who still grieves for the father she lost years ago. With a controversial new film in the can, and the release of her debut album looming, Gianna ispoised to take center stage. But when a shocking secret leaves her exposed, her fame will bring her face-to-face with a nightmare she never saw coming. Because lurking in the shadow of her spotlight is an obsessed killer with plans of his own for Gianna.
Ignited by his first conquest, Gianna's greatest admirer begins a brutal hunt to claim her as the ultimate trophy in a string of look-alike murders. Motivated by envy, he forces himself into her seemingly untainted world and threatens to ruin everything she's built by revealing a hidden tie that binds them. And if you knew his secret, you'd want to kill her too
Grab your copy today! Kindle / Paperback
Billy Jolie graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Mass Communications. He lives in the Tampa Bay area. Follow him on Facebook / Twitter / Blog / Goodreads Follow the Tour Promotional Book Tours and Billy Jolie are giving away a $50 Amazon Gc and 5 autographed copies!
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Hevea Giveaway! #BabyShower Event
What a great way to start off the week! Another great #babyshower event giveaway! This giveaway is sponsored by Hevea.
Hevea is a mother founded business offering 100% natural rubber products for baby.
About the rubber:
Thanks goes out to Kidsumers for organizing this great giveaway!
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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. The giveaway is sponsored by Hevea and was organized by Kidsumers. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Hevea is a mother founded business offering 100% natural rubber products for baby.
About the rubber:
- 100% natural rubber latex – soft and gentle on baby’s face
- Uniquely designed ventilation holes - the crown design is ideal for both princes and princesses
- Hygienic solid design – eliminates bacteria
- The ergonomically butterfly shape gives space for nose and chin
- Prevents vacuum around the mouth
- Sustainably produced
- Recycled and biodegradable packaging materials
- No PVC, BPA, phthalates and artificial colours
This prize is a Hevea Prize Pack ARV $90 – includes pacifier, teether, bath duck, two paci clips
This giveaway is open to Canada and the US and will end on August 24th,2012
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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. The giveaway is sponsored by Hevea and was organized by Kidsumers. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Bride of Fae Release Day Party - July 31
Another fun book release party is waiting for you to join! Let them know you are joining today and then enter to win a $10 Amazon gift card!
Bride of Fae
A love more powerful than magic or time.
Beverly Bratton has a safe, mundane life. No drama. No magic. Since her parents died, she’s cared for her little sister Marion and worked at the Tragic Fall Inn. When a fairy’s charm sends Beverly a hundred years into the past–and into the path of a banished fairy prince–nothing will ever be mundane or safe again.
The regent of the Dumnos fae is turning the court from light to dark, and there's nothing the rightful king, Prince Dandelion, can do about it. The mystical coronation cup which he needs to become king has fallen into human hands. When he meets a human woman with access to the cup, everything changes. Beverly is fascinating as well as useful–but of course Dandelion doesn’t love her.
Love for a fairy is rare. Love with a human, impossible. But when Beverly and Dandelion are thrown together in a battle against both wyrd and fae, they learn that in Dumnos the impossible happens every day.
Where: Facebook Party All are welcome.
When: July 31,2012 at 11:00am to 7:00pm PDT
A sneak peak at the great prizes that can be won during the party.
2 Roll on shimmer shadows
2 Fun sparkle shadows
2 Pretty lip glosses
4 of these beautiful handmade book marks made by The Book Swag Shop
And this cute movie.
~*Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. Sharing information on behalf of Release Day Diva. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Bride of Fae
Where: Facebook Party All are welcome.
When: July 31,2012 at 11:00am to 7:00pm PDT
A sneak peak at the great prizes that can be won during the party.
2 Roll on shimmer shadows
2 Fun sparkle shadows
2 Pretty lip glosses
4 of these beautiful handmade book marks made by The Book Swag Shop
And this cute movie.
~*Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. Sharing information on behalf of Release Day Diva. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Saturday Song of the Day
Another fun summertime song. The new Tim McGraw song Truck Yeah!
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
3 in 1 Avent Sterilizer Glveaway! #BabyShower
Another great #babyshower event giveaway! The Avent 3 in 1 Sterilizer come in very handy to sterilize baby bottles easily. My son loved the Avent bottles. The 3 in 1 Avent Sterilizer retails for $99.99
Thank you to Kidsumers for organizing another great giveaway!
This giveaway runs until August 24th, 2012. Open to Canada only.
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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn and the giveaway is sponsored by Advent, organized by Kidsumers. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
This giveaway runs until August 24th, 2012. Open to Canada only.
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PearlParadise.com Review & Glveaway
Have you always dreamed of a beautiful set of pearls? I love a beautiful set of pearls but I also love a great deal on them also. What more could you ask for?
PearlParadise.com offers affordable pearls for everyone. Up to 80% of the retail value. They make their site easy to navigate and shipping is fast. Ground shipping in the US is free, the only thing I find is the shipping is a bit pricey for Canada at $35. They do offer a 90 money-back guarantee if for any reason you are not satisfied.
To find what you are looking for you can shop by bracelets, necklaces, earrings, rings, men's and more. Also they offer tons of different pearl types to choose from - Freshwater, Akoya, Tahitian, Golden South Sea, White South Sea, Exotic Natural, and also a Bridal collection.
I recently had the opportunity to review a nice Freshwater Pearl Necklace from PearlParadise.com. I was very impressed with the quality of the pearls and how they looked and felt. I will admit to having some difficulty figuring out the clasp but once I figured it out, I am very impressed as I can't see it ever coming loose when wearing the pearls.
I have had numerous compliments and my hubby thought they were very nice. Overall a great experience with my new pearl necklace. My daughter has even spoken for them but I don't think mommy wants to give them up just yet. Maybe when she turns 16!
Enter to win your very own PearlParadise freshwater pearl necklace similar to the one above. Previous winners will not be eligible. Please read the Terms below. Thanks and Good Luck.
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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn on behalf of PearlParadise.com, we received the above mentioned product for review purpose. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
PearlParadise.com offers affordable pearls for everyone. Up to 80% of the retail value. They make their site easy to navigate and shipping is fast. Ground shipping in the US is free, the only thing I find is the shipping is a bit pricey for Canada at $35. They do offer a 90 money-back guarantee if for any reason you are not satisfied.
I have had numerous compliments and my hubby thought they were very nice. Overall a great experience with my new pearl necklace. My daughter has even spoken for them but I don't think mommy wants to give them up just yet. Maybe when she turns 16!
Enter to win your very own PearlParadise freshwater pearl necklace similar to the one above. Previous winners will not be eligible. Please read the Terms below. Thanks and Good Luck.
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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn on behalf of PearlParadise.com, we received the above mentioned product for review purpose. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Wordless Wednesday - Storm Watching
The other day we had a pretty bad storm, we even lost power from 4pm until the middle of the night. The kids were watching out the window before the power went out and I quickly snapped these photos before they all moved, sorry for the blur.
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Win a Mobi Prize Pack at the #BabyShower Glveaway Bash!
Are you looking at adding a few new things for your babies nursery? Are you expecting a baby soon?
I have teamed up with Kidsumer and other fabulous bloggers to bring you a great giveaway! Thanks Kidsumer for organizing this great giveaway!
Enter to win a Mobi Prize Pack valued at $145
The Mobi Prize Pack includes the following:
This giveaway starts today and runs until August 24th. It is open to Canadian residents only.
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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn on behalf of Mobi and Kidsumer. This giveaway is sponsored by Mobi. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
I have teamed up with Kidsumer and other fabulous bloggers to bring you a great giveaway! Thanks Kidsumer for organizing this great giveaway!
Enter to win a Mobi Prize Pack valued at $145
The Mobi Prize Pack includes the following:
- 2 AnimaLamps: award-winning no-heat rechargeable, adjustable LED lights [1 Bunny, 1 Giraffe – one is for the nursery (late night changing/feeding) and one is for Mom’s use anywhere else
- 1 WallMates: award-winning no heat color-changing plug-in night lights, safari characters. Auto on at dusk, auto off at dawn.
- 1 Pure Sounds Digital Audio Monitor
- DualScan Dual Ear or Forehead Thermometer
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~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn on behalf of Mobi and Kidsumer. This giveaway is sponsored by Mobi. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Caillou's Mysteries and Adventures DVD Review
My daughter loves Caillou since she was really young. She was really excited when we recently had the opportunity to check out the new DVD called Cailloui's Mysteries and Adventures.
Follow Caillou through 12 adventures and special DVD features. This DVD includes 4 episodes and special features for the computer - printable colouring pages, game and messages to the parents.
In Caillou The Detective, Caillou searches for Gilbert when he goes missing, retraces his steps to find his missing toy car, and plays an adventurous game of hide-and-seek with his friends.
In Caillou The Brave, Caillou slides down the water slide for the very first time, braves a thunderstorm by pretending to be a captain of a ship, and helps Rosie overcome her fear of bugs.
In Caillou To The Rescue, Caillou helps Rosie fall asleep with a bedtime story, pretends to be a fireman and saves the town, and rescues missing cars as a tow truck driver.
In Captain Caillou, Caillou sails his new toy boat around the pond with his grandfather and goes to the airport with his father to watch the planes take off.
Each Caillou show includes learning elements and throughout this DVD your child learns about - overcoming fear, helping others, patience and creativity.
My daughter loved the videos and was laughing and copying Caillou with some of his sayings. 'I am a great detective, my name is Caillou". She also loved printing off pictures to colour afterwards. This was a fun DVD and kept my daughter interested from beginning to end.
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own. We received the above mentioned product for review purpose.*~
In Caillou The Detective, Caillou searches for Gilbert when he goes missing, retraces his steps to find his missing toy car, and plays an adventurous game of hide-and-seek with his friends.
In Caillou The Brave, Caillou slides down the water slide for the very first time, braves a thunderstorm by pretending to be a captain of a ship, and helps Rosie overcome her fear of bugs.
In Caillou To The Rescue, Caillou helps Rosie fall asleep with a bedtime story, pretends to be a fireman and saves the town, and rescues missing cars as a tow truck driver.
In Captain Caillou, Caillou sails his new toy boat around the pond with his grandfather and goes to the airport with his father to watch the planes take off.
Each Caillou show includes learning elements and throughout this DVD your child learns about - overcoming fear, helping others, patience and creativity.
My daughter loved the videos and was laughing and copying Caillou with some of his sayings. 'I am a great detective, my name is Caillou". She also loved printing off pictures to colour afterwards. This was a fun DVD and kept my daughter interested from beginning to end.
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own. We received the above mentioned product for review purpose.*~
Taming the Wolf - Book Tour and G!veaway!
Taming the Wolf
Attacked by a wolf while hiking in the mountains, Anna Avery's life just got a little hairier. Living in the Big Horn mountains in Wyoming, with a group of werewolves who are more animal than human, Anna must try to hold onto her human side.
It's not easy when the alpha continues to persuade her into his bed, while another wolf is chomping at the bit to become her mate. To top it all off, dead bodies are showing up and it just so happens that Anna was the last to see them alive. She'll have to work to prove her innocence and taming the wolf who bites first and asks questions never.This book is not intended for readers under 18. Purchase from Amazon and Barnes & Noble
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Saturday Songs
This Saturday I wanted to share a new Gord Bamford song called Leaning On A Lonesome Song. The first time I heard this song the music stuck in my head until I could figure out who sang it. Such a beautiful song.
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn, all opinions are honest and my own. This is not a sponsored post.*~
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn, all opinions are honest and my own. This is not a sponsored post.*~
How to Make the Summer Road Trip Fun for Kids
We love taking road trips, sometimes to the closest water park or a museum. With summer here we take more road trips as there are some many great activities and events going on. This summer, as you make plans to pack up the car and kids, keep these tips in mind for making the road trip as memorable as possible!
1) Stock up on snacks: Pack
a small cooler and load cup holders with plenty of water and healthy
classics like trail mix, granola bars, almonds and fruit.
2) Take your time: Plan to make plenty of stops and take advantage of beautiful vistas along the way. It will give the kids (and you) a chance to re-energize.
3) Play games: Car games are lots of fun for the whole family. Get the kids excited about their surroundings and start a great conversation.
4) Plug it in: iPods and iPads are a great way to wind down the crowd and give the kids a chance to have some quiet time to themselves.
5) Map it: Plan your route in advance to ensure you don’t miss key stops but make the journey as smooth as possible. Be sure to have maps and guide books close at hand in seat pockets.
6) It’s Showtime: Reserve a special movie for later in the trip. It’s wise to have a surprise movie or game for kids to enjoy when they are running out of patience.
7) Climate control: Certain car models like the Ford Edge allow for single-zone manual air conditioning so passengers can adjust for a personalized temperature. This is a big part of an enjoyable trip.
8) Get cozy: Don’t forget extra blankets and pillows (and stuffed animals) for those who want to nap along the way.
9) Listen up: Stock up on kid and adult friendly music to keep everyone entertained.
10) Belt it out: A road trip is the perfect time to teach your kids your favourite tunes! Singing is a mainstay for uniting the team and keeping spirits high en route. Have fun and take lots of pictures!
~*Disclaimer: This post has been posted by Genuine Jenn on behalf of Ford Canada. All opinions are honest and my own. This is not a sponsored post.*~
2) Take your time: Plan to make plenty of stops and take advantage of beautiful vistas along the way. It will give the kids (and you) a chance to re-energize.
3) Play games: Car games are lots of fun for the whole family. Get the kids excited about their surroundings and start a great conversation.
4) Plug it in: iPods and iPads are a great way to wind down the crowd and give the kids a chance to have some quiet time to themselves.
5) Map it: Plan your route in advance to ensure you don’t miss key stops but make the journey as smooth as possible. Be sure to have maps and guide books close at hand in seat pockets.
6) It’s Showtime: Reserve a special movie for later in the trip. It’s wise to have a surprise movie or game for kids to enjoy when they are running out of patience.
7) Climate control: Certain car models like the Ford Edge allow for single-zone manual air conditioning so passengers can adjust for a personalized temperature. This is a big part of an enjoyable trip.
8) Get cozy: Don’t forget extra blankets and pillows (and stuffed animals) for those who want to nap along the way.
9) Listen up: Stock up on kid and adult friendly music to keep everyone entertained.
10) Belt it out: A road trip is the perfect time to teach your kids your favourite tunes! Singing is a mainstay for uniting the team and keeping spirits high en route. Have fun and take lots of pictures!
~*Disclaimer: This post has been posted by Genuine Jenn on behalf of Ford Canada. All opinions are honest and my own. This is not a sponsored post.*~
Online Shopping Tips for the Summer
Every fashionista knows that the best shopping deals are found online. No need to pound the
proverbial pavement looking for the biggest saves on all of the things you want to buy; just grab your
laptop and your credit card. In addition to being more convenient and more economical, shopping
online also gives you the ability to compare prices from many different sellers at once. For more tips
on how to be stylish and thrifty, keep reading.
Set a spending limit for yourself. First things first; make sure you put a cap on how much you plan to spend before you open the web browser. Getting carried away on a virtual shopping spree is just as easy as doing it in person. Especially when you’re sifting through so many great “deals,” it can be easy to forget how much you’re racking up on your credit cards.
Sign up for sale alerts. This is like having a personal shopper without having to pay for one. If you find an online retailer that you really love, join their email list so that you know when virtual shopping sales take place. In some cases, you can even get sale alerts for a particular item so that you know when the price has been slashed. No more agonizing over when you’ll be able to afford that chiffon blouse or those snake skin pumps!
Try finding the same item on other web sites. Another great tactic to use is to search for a particular clothing item, accessory, or home appliance using a common search engine such as Google. You will get thousands of hits, and with any luck, one of those search results will take you to another online merchant who sells the same thing for a lower price.
Use Ebay, Overstock, or Amazon. From electronics to clothing items, these sites most likely have exactly what you are searching for for less. Sites like Overstock take advantage of the deep merchant discounts that they get and pass them on to consumers. And Amazon and Ebay allow regular people to post brand new and slightly used items that they no longer want or need so that others who can benefit from them have a place to buy them.
Always shop securely. No matter what sites you choose to shop with, always make sure that their system is secure from fraudsters who would love to get their hands on your credit cards or prepaid credit cards. Look for a padlock either in the status bar or the address bar and/or a web address that begins with “https://”. These are signs that it is safe to enter your card information to finalize a purchase.
Now that you’re well-versed on how to shop responsibly, you can indulge in your spending habit without worry.
~*Disclaimer: This is a sponsored guest post written by ratesupermarket.ca*~
Set a spending limit for yourself. First things first; make sure you put a cap on how much you plan to spend before you open the web browser. Getting carried away on a virtual shopping spree is just as easy as doing it in person. Especially when you’re sifting through so many great “deals,” it can be easy to forget how much you’re racking up on your credit cards.
Sign up for sale alerts. This is like having a personal shopper without having to pay for one. If you find an online retailer that you really love, join their email list so that you know when virtual shopping sales take place. In some cases, you can even get sale alerts for a particular item so that you know when the price has been slashed. No more agonizing over when you’ll be able to afford that chiffon blouse or those snake skin pumps!
Try finding the same item on other web sites. Another great tactic to use is to search for a particular clothing item, accessory, or home appliance using a common search engine such as Google. You will get thousands of hits, and with any luck, one of those search results will take you to another online merchant who sells the same thing for a lower price.
Use Ebay, Overstock, or Amazon. From electronics to clothing items, these sites most likely have exactly what you are searching for for less. Sites like Overstock take advantage of the deep merchant discounts that they get and pass them on to consumers. And Amazon and Ebay allow regular people to post brand new and slightly used items that they no longer want or need so that others who can benefit from them have a place to buy them.
Always shop securely. No matter what sites you choose to shop with, always make sure that their system is secure from fraudsters who would love to get their hands on your credit cards or prepaid credit cards. Look for a padlock either in the status bar or the address bar and/or a web address that begins with “https://”. These are signs that it is safe to enter your card information to finalize a purchase.
Now that you’re well-versed on how to shop responsibly, you can indulge in your spending habit without worry.
~*Disclaimer: This is a sponsored guest post written by ratesupermarket.ca*~
UnGuarded Release Day Party!
Come party with us at the UnGuarded Release Day Party!
When? Friday July 20th, 2012 at 12:00pm - 8:00pm EST
Where? On an Event page on Facebook
Win fabulous Prizes!
5 lucky winners will be walking away with this amazing prize!
12 of these awesome bookmarks are up for grabs!
3 winners of this awesome lip gloss
For all the guys out there, these will be broken up and there will be 3 lucky winners!
What to learn more about Ashley Robertson? Visit her website, "like" Ashley Robertson on Facebook and follow on Twitter @AshleyR0bertson
Ashley can also be found on GoodReads.com
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn, this is not a sponsored post. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Do you read E-Books?
I really want to get back to reading more novels, non-fiction and fiction. I tried my hand at e-books about a year ago and couldn't really get into sitting at a computer to read for long periods, plus I didn't have a mobile computer just a desktop PC. Now that I have a netbook and I am waiting on a Tablet to arrive any day now, I am going to try again with e-reading.
I love the concept of e-books, as you can always have books on hand where ever you go. It is lighter to travel with e-books but you need a reader or netbook that has a battery that will last longer than an hour. My poor netbook last about an hour - hour and a half. My new tablet is suppose to be
Now that I am a new e-book reader I will be looking at all the available programs to use on my netbook and tablet (as soon as it arrives). There are many available on the web. Here are the top three I want to check out first - Kindle for PC, Mobipocket Reader, and the Sony Reader.
If you have any that you love please let me know, I am looking for something I can manage e-books into a collection, by genre, author etc, be able to bookmark and highlight. I also want to be able to read PDF books. I have heard good things about Mobipocket and will be checking this one out this week.
Watch for some fun reviews, giveaways, and more!
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
Saturday Song
This week I am sharing a family favorite especially my son's! This is such a great summer song.
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn, all opinions are honest and my own.*~
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn, all opinions are honest and my own.*~
