For something fun in anticipation of St. Patrick’s Day this year, SortPrice.com employed their shopping list builder and the unique ‘Shop by Color’ feature to compile a list of fantastic products all in the color green, providing shoppers with a host of fun and useful gift ideas for the spring.
All of the products listed were compiled with the SortPrice Shop-by-Color tool, either by typing ‘green’ into the search box or by narrowing down existing categories with SortPrice’s built-in color palette.

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I know I usually announce the winners on the actual post but I have several to do and I am short on time so without further adieu,…
Chinese New Year Giveaways
Uncle Sam Cereal -Congratulations Kim @ What’s That Smell? – You win both boxes!!!!

32 Third Graders and One Class Bunny – Congratulations Kelly Deaton!!
FRUBI Shades – Congratulations 7 karen M!!

Other Stragglers
YOU Can Make That! -  Congratulations karen M!!
Kroger Gift Card – Congratulations judy brittle!!
Success as a Foster Parent: Everything You Need to Know About Foster Care – Congratulations MtnGirl!!

Congratulations …

Season 10 of Dancing with the Stars is gearing up to start on March 22nd and as usual has a great cast of stars and dancers to present.  I was happy to see that I knew most of the stars and that many of my favorite dancers would be on this season.  Here is the rundown:
Aiden Turner from All My Children will dance with Edyta Sliwinska
Buzz Aldrin of NASA fame will dance with Ashly Costa
Chad Ochocinco from the Bengals dances with Cheryl Burke
Erin Andrews from ESPN dances with …

Did I tell you?  Guess what!  I am a General Hospital Brand Ambassador!!  Of course I was really excited when I received the email from  Mom Central and ABC Daytime saying that I have been chosen as a General Hospital Brand Ambassador!  I’ll be getting the inside scoop on the latest news and happenings in Port Charles, and of course I’ll get to share them with all of you!

I know, I know…a Soap Opera.  Well, I have a special tie to this Soap Opera. You see, when I was little, sometimes my Mom …

JUST IN TIME FOR NATIONAL PANCAKE MONTH
AUNT JEMIMA FROZEN BREAKFAST SAVES THE MORNING

WHILE NATION FACES WAFFLE SHORTAGE, CONSUMERS FLIP FOR PANCAKES!
MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ (January 27, 2010) — February is National Pancake Month, giving pancake lovers across the country the perfect reason to start the day off right with a warm breakfast. With the nation currently facing a hot breakfast shortage due to the lack of frozen waffles, Aunt Jemima® Frozen Pancakes offer families the perfect path to delicious pancakes.
“It’s time to l’eggo your Eggo,” says Eric Hintz, Category Manager …

I am sure you are all familiar with this ‘little’ ol’ company and signage to the left. You may not be as familiar with the signage here on the right.  So here is the story:  Once upon a time, there was a lovely man named John who worked for Walmart in a very unique position.  He was very forward thinking and created a very select and hand picked group of social media savvy moms and called them the Eleven Moms (as there were, at one time Eleven of them.)  …

Suave Kids® has launched the Wash Them Grow Sweepstakes, with chances to win awesome weekly prizes of a Family e-Keepsake Kit and the Grand Prize of a family vacation to Orlando!  Who wouldn’t love that!?!?  Simply head over to WashThemGrow.com to play a fun online trivia game and receive an automatic entry into the Suave Kids® Wash Them Grow Sweepstakes. You can enter daily from January 18th until February 22 and literally watch your baby grow online as you progress through the milestones of …

Ahhhh Twilight.  I know it surprises many that I love it so.  I started loving it a bit backwards for me….I saw Twilight (after it came out on DVD, I might add) then immediately began to consume the books in semi-record fashion.  And my fascination with the Twilight Saga, I must admit, is vast and complex.  Team Edward?  Yeah, all the way.  Kristen Stewart as Bella… works for me.  Billy Burke as Charlie….you bet!  And as much as I love the movie, yeah, the director…hmmm, not so much.  After I …

Happy Valentine’s Day!

This cool looking flag was seen as a view from our window at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel during BlissDom then adjusted using my new Corel Painter Photo Essentials 4. (Don’t worry ~ I have tons more to show and tell about BlissDom!)

If you have a picture up for Wordless Wednesday, leave your link below in Mr.Linky.  Then you can head on over to 5 Minutes for Mom,  The Not-So-Blog Blog, Sweet n Sassy Girls, Wordful Wednesday, Go Graham Go, Mommy Goggles, Momspective, Look What Mom Found – and Dad …

I knew my girls would get really excited when the package containing boxes of Cheez-its arrived at our house.  Seriously, we go through those and crackers like them,  in record time during snack time after school.    Little did they know  that Sunshine has just come out with new flavor, Italian Four Cheese.  As soon as the package arrived,my girls brought me the box and it was HUGE.  I could not imagine what was inside.  Well, before long I knew – these boxes were full of yummy, nummy flavor! I really …

Super Bowl Sunday – a day when 62 percent of grill owners fire-up their grills for the big game – is fast approaching. More home parties take place on Super Bowl Sunday than almost any other day of the year; the average size of a party is 17 people. And, with more guests comes a greater risk for injuries and accidents.
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a 115-year old product safety organization, would love to share with you its Super Bowl party safety playbook for hosts:
SCORE ONE …

Well, we know who is playing and the hype is building daily.  Super Bowl party planning is in full swing.
While you may not be thinking about the dangers of buzzed driving this time of year, you or someone you know will likely be attending a party where alcohol is served. So whether you’re rooting for the Colts or the Saints,  (Remember, I want them both to win – Who Dat!? AND luv me some Manning!), there are some things you need to remember to keep yourself and your loved ones …

This giveaway has ended and the winner has been drawn – Congratulations to #30…. Eileen!!!
Thanks for all who participated!
Well, it is almost February 7, 2010, the date when you and your family gather around the TV to watch the most anticipated football game of the year ~ the Super Bowl.  And NO SuperBowl is complete without some really great food to snack on, right?

Our favorite recipes vary from year to year.  This year I received an adorable Old El Paso Green Chiles prize pack from Old El Paso and …

The giveaway has ended and the winner has been drawn – Congratulations to #28 Jo!!!!
Thanks to all who participated!!
When people come together for a party, any party, chips and dip are practically a requirement.  Potato chip and  Tortilla chip lovers alike have one thing in common – the search for a great dip. Dean’s® Dip recently gave me some vouchers to try out their dips so that I can share my thoughts with you about them as well as my honest opinion.
For our New Year’s Eve party, we tried their French …

I find it rather humorous that on National Go Red for Women Day, it is also…..
World Nutella Day : February 5, 2010!

Happy World Nutella Day!
Join the celebration!

Learn how to participate

Check out the action at the World Nutella Day Fan Page on Facebook!
Follow our Twitter stream @nutelladay for updates

Follow live Tweets with the event Twitter hashtag: #nutelladay
Get creative with more than 400 Nutella recipes
Some tips on how to Host a World Nutella Day party at home

New to Nutella? Learn what the fuss is about

Nutella is more than just a “chocolaty hazelnut …

The bliss of Blissdom was founded in 2008 by Allison Worthington of Blissful Media. Alli wanted to give the beautiful partners she knew from her magazine Blissfully Domestic and throughout the blogosphere a conference that was a little different: one that lacked hot-button topics and negativity. Instead, Alli wanted to create an uplifting gathering in the heartland of Tennessee, for women who wanted to share lots of support and encouragement to build blogs that fit their lives, personal goals and values. A smaller, meaningful conference, in the warm and welcoming …

I am not one to jump to conclusions and freak out every time that there is some sort of recall but this one seems big enough to warrant some attention.
Two widely used children products have been recalled. If you have them, stop using them, check with the company and get repair kits.
First are 635,000 cribs made by Dorel Asia SLR. The drop-side hardware on the cribs can fail, causing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the side detaches, it creates a space in which an infant …

What a fun surprise to get an email the other day from Soft Scrub Team saying, “Congratulations!  You Have Been Chosen as a Soft Scrub Club Capitan!”  Not only will I get a chance to interact with some of the other uber cool Moms and Bloggers out there but I will get to try out the latest Soft Scrub brand products and tell YOU about them.  I will also have the chance to share some great giveaways with you as well so watch for this logo.  You never know what …

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2009 has been, well, some year.  Here is to a happier and healthier 2010 for one and all!
I hope you all have a wonderful New Years Eve and see you again next year!

Remember when I shared with you about the Sweet Tomatoes and Souplantation chain of restaurants? Included in the information about the Resaurants and giveaway was information about the crEATe contest  and I thought that you might like to know that voting is now open for the top 10 creations!

If you’d like to see what your fellow diners came up with and vote for the creation that you think looks the best, stop by the crEATe contest .
Voting is open until 12/31 and the grand prize winner will be announced on January 8, 2010. …

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When our trashmen came by on Tuesday, I was able to teach my girls a good lesson.  I try hard to always make sure and have a gift for them …

Sometimes you just feel like you got blindsided by this whole parenting thing (didn’t we all!). You are a complex mama! You don’t let your kids push you or anyone else around, but you are also able to chill out and see what’s really important (letting kids be kids). You do your best to get the kids a healthy meal but if pizza pops up three nights in a row, so be it. And if the Lion is the King of the Jungle, then you – Cool Cat that you …

The Little Debbie Cupcake Car is coming to the DFW Metroplex this week!!!

Tuesday, 12/8 from 10am to 2pm
Denton – Kroger
5021 Teasley Lane
Denton, TX

and

Tuesday, 12/8 from 10am to 2pm
Denton – Kroger
500 West University
Denton, TX

Then

Tuesday, 12/8 from 3pm to 7pm
Dallas – Mockingbird Station
5331 E. Mockingbird Lane
Dallas, TX

Hope we will see you at the Little Debbie Share-a-thon!

Okay, here is your giggle for the day. A prize winner to be sure!

I don’t know about you but I LOVE “Grey’s Anatomy”.  McDreamy, McSteamy, McYummy…you name it.  And I thought it was all very well counter-balanced with the presence of Dr. Addison Montgomery.  Since Addison moved to “Private Practice” it has not quite been the same watching her there but does that keep me from watching her?  Nope.  Kate Walsh  is just one dynomite actress, no matter where her character’s lives take her.
Recently Kate teamed up with hair care brand Suave® Professionals® to show America that red carpet style doesn’t …

Isn’t that what we as moms of girls want them to know?  Not only know but believe to their very core?  I know I do.  There is not a day that goes by that I don’t think about this and how to accomplish it.
Well,for those of you with teen girls, I just learned about a very cool thing – The Confidence Rocks! Sweepstakes!  It is being hosted by Playtex Sport, products that my own girls will be using all too soon.
When are your teen daughters most confident?  Is it …

Yeah babee…it is most certainly a new moon…tomorrow night!!  I am SO excited because the next episode in the Twilight Series officially opens tomorrow and I HAVE TICKETS!!!!  That is right.  My awesome husband bought me the tickets for both of us to go tomorrow night to see New Moon.  We are also going out to dinner and the babysitter is all arranged.  Woohoo!  A REAL DATE!!
Of course, our babysitter is green with envy.:D
Now, there are AT LEAST 10 THINGS I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE:
1) The ENTIRE Story
2) The new …

I may not have the answers to what in the heck is up with Jon and Kate Gosselin but I now have the answer to one of the oldest questions of all time ~
WHY DOES THE CHICKEN CROSS THE ROAD????

What prompted this epiphany, you may ask.  Well, I was on the way home from dropping off one of my girls at school and we live in a somewhat rural area, this particular school especially as it is surrounded by large fields wheat and corn.  As I turned a corner near …

We are going to try adding a new semi-regular post called 3Ps Bits ‘n Pieces.  This will be a place where I can post some quick bits of information that I have come across and think you might want to know about yet not something I have time for an entire post on.  Many other bloggers do this as well including a couple of my favorites – A Cowboy’s Wife, and Just a Mom’s Take On Things.
Please Note: Many of these are not in my own words, but …

See this woman?  She is one of the nicest, most selfless, and very talented people I know and I am lucky enough to call her my friend.  She and her hubby have 2 cuties for kids and they are really great parents in my opinion.  Well,  you know how things are in the economy these days and her good hubby now has a good job with great potential but time spent without a job catches up with you and with winter coming on, well, what this would do for them …

Ohmygoshohmygoshohmygoshohmygosh……  Yes, I am a true Twilight Mom.  New Moon comes out on November 20th and I guess I will have to take myself to it because I have no local friends or family who get it.  You can believe though, I WILL see it!
If you have not seen the two current trailers, let me help you out.  I saw Twilight the movie before I read any of the books.  The books were (of course) a zillion times better to me than the movie but in either case, …

Holy Moley…what a week it has been!  School began on Monday for all 3 girls…P1 and 2 are one school all day and P3 is in a special Pre K class from 12-3 to help with getting her speech caught up.  Our town may not be large but I am really beginning to feel like a soccer Mom now!!  Add to that I am enrolled at the Baylor Pain Management Center for physical therapy to regain some of my stamina  that I lost over the 1st 6 months of …

As you may have heard, recently Continental Airlines’ Flight 128 hit severe turbulence, causing injuries to at least 26 people. One passenger said he felt the plane drop without warning while flight attendants were in the aisles. Some were thrown against the roof injuring at least 26 — including four seriously — and forcing an emergency landing in Miami.  When I read this, all I could think was Wow!
I have recently flown a couple of times and it really made me think about this very thing.  What about my kids?  …

I know my girls want to be!!  I tell you, if you have not visited Pinky Scout, you really should.  They have all sorts of girly, personalized adorable things.  Grandma bait for sure!!   Sign up for their newsletter and get a chance to get a $50 Pinky Scout Gift Certificate!   But there is a bonus surprise…. a coupon code, just for YOU!!!

They have just added over 200 new items to their website within the last 2 weeks!
25% off Coupon for my Customers: Use “25Sale” at checkout from now …

I am a member of the Mom Bloggers Club and have learned and had the opportunity to participate in all sorts of things as such. It maked me feel so ‘hip-n-happenin‘. One of the best things has been some of the people I have met there…here are just a few….feel free to visit them and add them to your blogroll!

http://blog.tinyprints.com
http://lipsticktocrayons.com
http://momstart.com
http://iamharriet.blogspot.com
http://www.akblessingsabound.com
http://www.momspective.com
http://www.shortpumppreppy.com
http://www.anuttymom.com
http://mamamentor.blogspot.com
http://moomettesmagnificents.com/blog
http://moomettesmagnificents.com/reviews
http://ifmomsaysok.wordpress.com
http://dominiquegoh.com
http://www.stickyfeet2.com
http://wondermommy.wordpress.com
http://mamasmoneysavers.com
http://www.feelslikehomeblog.com
http://jeanstockdale.typepad.com
http://a-nut-in-a-nutshell.blogspot.com
http://lizzie-q-homemaker.blogspot.com
http://mainfo.blogspot.com
http://saveyourmoneymama.blogspot.com
http://www.themomjen.com
http://www.themomreviews.com
http://fitness.momspective.com
http://www.blessedwithgrace.blogspot.com
http://www.bizziemommy.com
http://blog.lalababyboutique.com
http://www.thinkorganicbaby.com
http://www.fracturedtoy.blogspot.com
http://apple4meandyou.blogspot.com
http://lovehomemaking.com
http://www.justtherightspice.com
http://www.thehomemakerhelpers.com
http://melodythacker.com
http://associatemelody.com/watkins-news-and-product-reviews
http://heritageremedies.com/serendipity/
http://scarymommy.com/
http://scarymommycreations.blogspot.com/
http://joyntheir.com/
http://betheweightyouwant.com/
http://joyblogging.com/
http://bodybuildingmuscleshaping.com/
http://blasianbabynotes.wordpress.com/
http://littlemisshannah.com/
http://stacysrandomthoughts.blogspot.com/
http://drachma-girl.blogspot.com/
http://1momof5.blogspot.com/
http://isitmondayalready.blogspot.com/
http://saveyourmoneymama.blogspot.com/
http://www.manicmother.com/
http://practicingthrift.blogspot.com/
http://conversationswithmoms.com/
http://healthywealthymoms.blogspot.com/
http://www.3psinapod.com/
http://downtoearthblog.com/
http://lusciousdeals.blogspot.com/
http://dominiquegoh.com/
http://www.andrewsandfamily.blogspot.com/
http://lusciousdeals.blogspot.com/
http://confessionsofahousewife.com/
http://brainfoggles.com/
http://prettypinkmomma.blogspot.com/
http://ahappyhippymom.blogspot.com/
http://sweeps4bloggers.blogspot .com/
http://sweeps4california.blogspot.com/
http://thedivinemissmommy.com/
http://www.gliks.blogspot.com/
http://www.momsrevolution.blogspot.com/
http://www.mydivinechaos.com
http://www.morethancents.info/
http://itsabeautyfilledlife.blogspot.com
http://accidentalmommies.com
Alyson

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CAN YOUR KID COOK?
Jr. Chefs of America Wants to Know!
OPEN CASTING CALL ON SATURDAY APRIL 4th
www.jrchefsofamerica.com

PLUS COOKING DEMONSTRATION FROM TOP CHEF
FAN FAVORITE FABIO VIVIANI

WHAT: Open casting call to become a Jr. Chef of America
Host your own online webisode

WHERE: Sur La Table, Farmers Market
6333 W. Third Street
Los Angeles, CA 90036

WHEN: Saturday April 4th, 4 PM – 8 PM

Here is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the Jr. Chefs of America
experience!
Open casting call will give aspiring young chefs between the ages of 10 -
18 an opportunity …

Have you ever looked at a map of the world? Look at Texas with me just for a second.. That picture, with the Panhandle and the Gulf Coast , and the Red River and the Rio Grande is as much a part of you as anything ever will be. As soon as anyone anywhere in the world looks at it they know what it is. It’s Texas . Pick any kid off the street in Japan and draw him a picture of Texas in the …

I just learned from the Walmart More Than Eleven Moms that Hershey’s just updated the iPhone app for Easter…check it out!!!
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=302…
Feel free to spread the word!

I am!  Tune in to ABC TONIGHT at 8/7c to watch the two-hour Season 8 Premiere of Dancing With the Stars to check out Mark Ballas and Derek Hough.

Derek is dancing with multi-platinum artist Lil’ Kim and Mark’s partner is Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson.
Derek and Mark have dominated the past two seasons, having led their partners to victory, and the fabulously coveted Mirror Ball trophy. Derek and Brooke Burke were the winners last season and Mark claimed the trophy in …

That’s right, the Book Giveaway Carnival is rocking the Blogsphere again this week!  Just think – 100’s and 100’s of books, yours for the entering!
I have seen some really great ones -
Brimful Curiosities (Scholastic 39 Clues Prize Pack)
$20 Amazon gift certificate so you can choose your own
Karito Kids Adventure book and doll of choice (US only)
Chick Lit 3pk (1 winner, US & Canada)
Shanghai Girls(1 ARC)
Throw Away 50 Things (US and Canada)
Baby Lists
~ and those are just a few!  So head over now, later, and any …

I will be awol for a couple of days, trying to get a nasty migraine under control.
Have fun, talk amongst your selves and make sure to rock these contests while I am gone, ya hear?!

You know my good buddy Kim from What’s That Smell? right?  Well she is one of 10 finalists chosen for the Mabel’s Labels Blogher ‘09 Contest where one winner will get a “full ride” to the Blogher conference in July!!!!  This would be SO WONDERFUL for HER!!!
Here is where YOU come in…
YOU CAN EVEN ENTER TO WIN A $30 VISA GIFT CARD OR A $30 GIFT CARD OF YOUR CHOICE AS A BONUS!!

All you need to do to enter is vote for Kim in the Mabel’s Labels Blogher ‘09 …

Well, we made it to Nashville, safe and sound, albeit a wee bit late.  Here we were, on the road again!

When we arrived, it wasabout 10pm.  Hotel Preston is a fun, funky place.  Thd the beds were comfy and the water is great.  The staff has been very pleasant and the amenities are great – milk and cookies, in-room spa treatments, book of scripture of your choice, a fish for ambiance – seriously!  We are getting ready to head down for breakfast, followed by meeting the illustrious Ms. Fussypants et …

I had a child problem here at home today that we have had to deal with and it has really taken everything out of me so let’s put little Party on snooze and pick it up bright and early tomorrow morning!  Thanks for understanding!
Alyson

Here in Texas, we occasionally get to have snow and when we do, we try to make sure that the girls get to enjoy it. But this does not even come close to the majestic beauty that is found in the mountains, especially those in and around Salt Lake City, where Brett and I met. And while I am not an avid skier, I am a winter and snow lover. One of the best places for a fantastic winter family vacation is without a doubt Park City, Utah.

From …

I have found a great site for all of the busy women and moms out there. Think of it as an online “club” that lets you post photos, make plans, and even arrange family reunions. It even helps you remember birthdays and anniversaries! In fact, that’s what it is called – ‘Qlubb‘ . I actually blogged about it before back in October, remember?

Qlubb makes organizing playgroups, book clubs, or even your girls night out super easy. It is web-based, so everyone in your group can easily …

Would you like to learn more about our charming new President? (Yes, he has won me over:) Kaboose has great family-friendly information on President Obama. Head on over to Norther Cheapskate for information on how and where you can get a FREE donut, taco, food, and cosmetics for today!
On Alpha Mom to see some fun ideas posted for celebrating the Presidential Inauguration. You’ll find free printable cupcake toppers that you can even use to make stickers! Kaboose also has listed their choices for the Top 10 Patriotic …

“Barring a reprieve, regulations set to take effect next month [Feb. 10] could force thousands of clothing retailers and thrift stores to throw away trunkloads of children’s clothing.”

Read the rest of the L.A. Times article, “New safety rules for children’s clothes have stores in a fit”,

Talk about shooting ourselves in the foot!! Come on people!!
So what will be next – the Yard Sale police? the Thrift store guardian? the arrest of innocent ebay retailers?
Let’s back up. Have you heard about the CPSIA? The Consumer …