Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Red Gold Tomatoes Summer Grillin' Sweepstakes


 
 
Now through August 30, you can enter to win a Red Gold Apron and be entered for the grand prize... a Big Green Egg® Grill! Visit Red Gold's Facebook page to enter the Sweepstakes.
 


Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Swim, Sun, and Fun GIVEAWAY with Six Prize Packages!



A Ladybug on the Go


Spice up your summer by winning one of six great summer gift packages. Keep reading to find out what you can win and then enter the Rafflecopter giveaway below!
 

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Summer is one of those exciting times of year no matter where you live or how old you are! This giveaway is about celebrating the season in every way. Prizes include outdoor games, pool/beach gear, vacation essentials, outdoor sporting goods and More.......

 

Package #1 - ARV $239
(For more details, Click on each link to read the actual review)

Maui Jim - Banzai Sunglasses

Bag Toss - $50 Board Gift Certificate

Thermacell - Patio Lantern




Package #2 - ARV $207
(For more details, Click on each link to read the actual review)

Swim Ways - Sea Squirts Swim Assist, Spring Float Graphic Prints, Spring Float Recliner Duet

Bag Toss - $50 Board Gift Certificate




Package #3 - ARV $196
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Swim Outlet - Mesh bag, Water bottle, Swim cap, Swimmer's chamois, Googles, Cap, Swim bear

Bag Toss - $50 Board Gift Certificate

Wellness by Irish - $20 Gift Certificate

Pumponator - Grenador




Package #4 - ARV $196
(For more details, Click on each link to read the actual review)

Toy Splash - Inflatable Pool Boat House

Bag Toss - $50 Board Gift Certificate

BabyGanics - Sun Screen

Snooze Shade USA - Snooze Shade USA Original Deluxe

Wax Vac - Wax Vac




Package #5 - ARV $196
(For more details, Click on each link to read the actual review)

Bonzi Golf - (1) Links and (1) Aces

Bag Toss - $50 Board Gift Certificate

31 - Flip Flop Thermal Tote and Large Utility Tote from consultant Beth Stachura

Pumponator - Blastonator

Lucky Leaf - Summer Gift Pack




Package #6 - ARV $194
(For more details, Click on each link to read the actual review)

Out Door Adventure Yard Games - 3 Hole Disc Golf Set

Bella Beachwear - $25 Gift Certificate

Del Sol - $25 Gift Certificate

All Clear - Sidekick


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Thursday, June 20, 2013

Is this Why Parents Dread Summer?

FOR. CRAP. SAKE. What's it been... 26 days since my boys have been out of (pre)school for the summer? I am already counting the days until they start back again. I love them and enjoy their company, of course, but let me tell you. Put the two boys together and you have just created the ideal recipe for disaster. They love each other. They can't stand each other. And it goes back and forth like that ALL DAY. Then (and here's where I come in), they start banding together in effort to drive me to my grave.

I used to get comments from other people about my magical abilities with children. "You're so calm," they'd say. "Those kids respond so well to you," I'd hear. NOPE. Not any more. I yell, we fight, they scream and run around and I think to myself... gee. I'm glad our neighbors are far enough away that they don't think I'm a lunatic. But I definitely feel like a lunatic.

And it can't be blamed on boredom either. We have something to do just about every day. Bike-riding, camps, trips, park, library. I specifically planned lots of fun activities for the summer in attempt to ward off boredom. But excuse me. I still need to do dishes, clean up, play with the baby every once in a while and I should not have to deal with crap the whole time. Seriously. Ten million toys in the house and they are not satisfied with any of them... except the one in their brother's hand!

Sooo... that's it. *let's out deep breath* It has just been a rough couple days and while I know my kids are truly very good, happy children, I am just having awful visions of the what is to come over the next 2 months. Can it get worse? Don't answer that. :) Plus, it makes me sad to be a little hopeful for the school year. Not because I don't want to spend time with my crazy boys - because I do! But really it's because I think they need some time apart from each other. Darn kids. I most certainly did not aggravate my sister (or my parents) like this when I was younger! Right? ... mom? ...anyone?


Let me hear your summer horror stories! Or your tips on how to avert them. ;)

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Huge Summer Fun GIVEAWAY!




Looking for some fun this Summer? This giveaway has something for every family. Which is your favorite? Enter the Rafflecopter form below to enter.

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Summer Fun Giveaway Event

Organized by: Mom to Bed by 8
Prize Package Includes:
Skywalker Bounce-N-Learn Trampoline
Your little ones will love to get their bounce on in the Skywalker Trampolines 5-ft. Seaside Adventure Bouncer, which features a fun ocean theme and excellent bouncing capability. This fun bouncer offers a steel frame construction, woven jump mat with numbers, dual zipper enclosure. It's recommended for children 6-8 years of age and has a weight capacity of up to 100-pounds. Kids will love to jump and play as the secure elastic stretch bands provide bouncing fun.

Intex 10' x 30" Metal Frame Swimming Pool
Easy to set up, this Intex 10' x 30" Metal Frame Pool is supported by strong, durable steel frames, which are powder coated for rust resistance and beauty. Triple strong, super-tough laminated sidewalls of the Intex Metal Frame Swimming Pool are reinforced with an all-around band to keep frame legs firmly in place. For clean, refreshing water, connect the new economical and environmentally friendly Krystal Clear Cartridge Filter Pump. The Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter is an added safety feature that shuts off the pump if electrical current is exposed to water.

Glenmeadow 6-Piece Folding Patio Dining Set with Umbrella
The Glenmeadow 6-Piece Patio Dining Set comes with four chairs that fold flat for storage, a glass-top table and an umbrella that is easy to open and close. This patio dining set with umbrella is covered in 100-percent outdoor furniture sling fabric that is UV-rated fade-resistant and constructed of durable, powder-coated steel. Each chair of this patio dining set with umbrella holds up to 200 lbs and comes with a safety lock feature. The table is tempered glass and scratch resistant. Your folding dining set cleans easily with soap and water.

Flexible Flyer Swing Free Metal Swing Set
The Flexible Flyer Swing Free Metal Swing Set will provide backyard fun all summer long. This swing set allows your kids to play and get some exercise at the same time. It comes with four different activities that can keep up to six kids busy and active. The sturdy, steel frame of this backyard swing set is built to last and can have parents feeling confident that their kids are safe. The swings, trapeze swing, air glider and slide provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun.

20" Huffy Rock It Boys' Bike
The Huffy Rock It 20" Boys' Bike has just what he needs to have a great adventure. It has a quick adjustable seat post for your growing teen and the padded seat is fully decorated with the logo on it. The heavy duty steel black frame makes it sturdy, durable, and stylish. A single speed bicycle in black and blazing orange, it is fully equipped with coaster brakes for instant control while racing at high speeds. The attractive orange blast handlebars and rich black pedals with orange blast 28-spoke rims add to its trendy look. This steel frame bicycle is easy to assemble and includes the instruction manual.



Thank you to each reader who is taking the time to visit, read and entering to win this amazing summer fun prize package. Please take a moment to also visit our lovely co-hosts whom without them great things such as these would not be possible: 365 Things to Do In Southwest Florida, Celebrate Woman Today, My Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Life, Coupons In Motion, The Stuff of Success, Budget Earth and Baby Costcutters.

Five lucky people will win! Each receiving one of the following: Skywalker Bounce-N-Learn Trampoline, Intex 10' x 30" Metal Frame Swimming Pool, Glenmeadow 6-Piece Folding Patio Dining Set with Umbrella, Flexible Flyer Swing Free Metal Swing Set & 20" Huffy Rock It Boys' Bike!


Giveaway ends June 24th at 11:59pm, open to US residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck.


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Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Four Great Uses for Baby Blankets in the Summer


 
Now that warm weather is here, you may be excited to pack up all of your baby's cool-weather clothes and bring out the onsies and tanks. Me too! But don't forget to keep a couple blankets in your baby bag, because there are several times when you are going to want one.

1. Summer days are hot, but evenings can get cool. Placing a thin blanket over your baby's shoulders or legs can keep the chill off of them if you will be out at night.

2. Keep the sun off your baby when you are out strolling. You have probably had the horrible experience of opening the sun canopy on your stroller only to find that it won't adjust correctly to provide shade. Drape a lightweight blanket across the top of the canopy and down the front of the stroller to keep the sunshine out.

3. Ever taken your baby out of the car seat and noticed that her toes are as cold as ice? The air conditioning in your car can chill little legs and toes quickly. Place a blanket over your baby's feet when traveling to keep your little one comfortable.

4. And don't forget the all-time best use for a blanket in the summer... for sitting on! Adults and babies alike will appreciate a soft barrier between themselves and the itchy grass. Bring on the picnics.

If you are looking for some new or lightweight blankets this summer, check out these baby blankets for boys and girls from BabyBlankets.com.



I was compensated by the sponsor in exchange for promoting this product. All opinions expressed in this post are my own.