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Children’s Book Giveaway: Rocket Town

February 20, 2012 By 17 Comments

Blast off into storybook fun with Bob Logan’s futuristic board book, Rocket Town. The sturdy pages feature imaginative illustrations with a retro-cool vibe that are bound to be appreciated by parents and toddlers alike.

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Each page includes pictures of rockets in an artistic style that is reminiscent of the Jetsons, but with modern Pixar-like appeal. The text is minimal with an emphasis on teaching opposites.

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WIN IT! One winner will receive a copy of Rocket Town by Bob Logan! To enter, leave any topic-related comment on this post prior to Monday, February 27 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.

* Thanks to Sourcebooks for providing two copies of the books – one for review and one for this giveaway.  

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Etsy Giveaway :: Necklace by Grace Tags

February 1, 2012 By 78 Comments

I am pleased to introduce you to Grace Tags, a mom-owned etsy shop.

Janelle, a mom of three boys and active twitterite, started the shop this past year. Her hand-stamped silver jewelry focuses on God’s love and grace.

Examples:

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The necklaces are affordably priced at $24-$32. You can also order a custom piece of jewelry if you have a “word of the year” or a phrase that you’d like to keep close to your heart.

P.S. Grace Tags is on Facebook.

WIN IT! One winner will receive a necklace from Grace Tags Hand Stamped Christian Jewelry! To enter, leave any topic-related comment on this post prior to Wednesday, February 8 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.

*UPDATE* The winner is #59 Jen. Congratulations!

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New Balance Minimus : giveaway

January 15, 2012 By 312 Comments

I actually miss running. (Never in a million years did I think I would say that).

At 28weeks pregnant, however, I’ve committed to walking 1-1.5miles/day. More power to the women who run 5Ks and 1/2 marathons with bulging bellies, but it’s not for me.

Tim, however, has been running in the recently debuted New Balance Minimus. They’re like the Vibram FiveFingers shoes – but without the alien toe look. He says they remind him of race shoes…like the ones from his bygone high school track & field competitions. Little padding. Lightweight. Lots of traction. Ideal for short distances. Although he’s not completely sold on barefoot running science, he does think it’s been to fun to give them a go on his nightly runs.

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Available for both men and women, the shoes come in a variety of colors and for a variety of purposes (trail, cross-trainer, etc.).

Have you joined the “barefoot running” club? What style shoe do you most prefer?

WIN IT! One winner will receive a pair of New Balance Minimus shoes! To enter, leave any topic-related comment on this post prior to Sunday, January 22 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.

* Thanks to New Balance for providing two pairs of shoes – one for review and one for this giveaway.  

*UPDATE* The winner is #63 Renee C. Congratulations!

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Little House on the Prairie Boxed Set – giveaway

December 16, 2011 By 165 Comments

little house on the prairie nine book set Little House on the Prairie Boxed Set giveawayIf you love great American literature. If you appreciate American history. If you enjoy a well-told story with characters that grow in your heart.

You absolutely must read the Little House on the Prairie series.

Don’t be deceived by what you may have heard – these books are not solely for little girls. On the contrary, they’re sure to be treasured by anyone who takes in the words from the pages.

The books are full of adventure, heartbreak, suspense, and fascinating details about life in the 1800′s. Part-fiction, part autobiography – the books follow the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder from her childhood into adulthood.

“Just one more chapter!” my 5-year-old says each night.

I usually give in without blinking – even if it is past her bedtime.

WIN IT! One winner will receive the Complete Little House Nine-Book Set (valued at $62.99)! To enter, leave any topic-related comment on this post prior to Friday, December 23 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.

* Thanks to HarperCollins for providing two boxed sets – one for review and one for this giveaway.  

*UPDATE* The winner is #35 Kelly. Congratulations!

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Tea Collection – $100 giveaway

December 3, 2011 By 141 Comments

I have two (soon-to-be-three) little girls. They select their outfits each morning with care. Kayla prefers dresses. Liv insists on outfits without buttons or tags. They both like to wear lip gloss.

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When they reach into the closet, they choose Tea Collection frequently. The fabric is soft. The colors are appealing. The designs are inspired by different regions of the world. AND – the pieces are blissfully free of poky buttons, scratchy lace, or wrap-around ribbons. Simplicity is a lovely thing.

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I keep an eye on the Tea Facebook page because they periodically have $15 dress sales (and lots of contests).

ABOVE: My 2-year-old is wearing the Awesome Aura Hoodie w/ Skinny Sweater Leggings. My 5-year-old is wearing those same leggings (unbelievably soft, by the way) and a dress from a previous season.

WIN IT! One winner will receive a $100 gift certificate to Tea Collection. To enter, leave any topic-related comment on this post prior to Saturday, December 10 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.

* Thanks to Tea Collection for providing samples for the review and a gift certificate for the giveaway.

*UPDATE* The winner is #27 Noelle. Congratulations!

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Children’s Book Giveaway: The Man Who Walked Between the Towers

July 31, 2011 By 31 Comments

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“The Man Who Walked Between the Towers” is a creative re-telling of Philippe Petit’s unauthorized walk on a wire between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. Gerstein is a master writer, carefully choosing his words to maximize their potency. Awarded a Caldecott Medal in 2004, the dramatic narrative is sure to thrill the minds and imaginations of little ones.

WIN IT! One winner will receive a copy of “The Man Who Walked Between the Towers“ ($6.99) by Mordecai Gerstein! To enter, leave any topic-related comment on this post prior to Sunday, August 7 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.

* Thanks to Macmillan for providing two books – one for review and one for this giveaway.  

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Children’s Book Giveaway: What Charlie Heard

July 11, 2011 By 33 Comments

I stumbled upon Mordecai Gerstein’s books quite by accident at the library several years ago.

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We pulled “What Charlie Heard” off the shelf, got in the car, and…listened (it came with an audio CD  - read by the author himself!). I knew from the get-go that it was a treasure. The lyrical book chronicles the life of musician and Pulitzer Prize winner Charles Ives. Written to be read aloud, the true story abounds with positive messages about pursuing passion, persevering in spite of opposition, and opening our ears to the music all around us.

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I’d love to see more children’s books like this – books that creatively record the lives of famous authors, musicians, scientists, and artists. I hope Mordecai Gerstein keeps writing them. He’s a master storyteller.

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I highly recommend that you pick up a copy of the book at your local library or – better yet – from an online bookstore. If you can get a copy with the audio, that’s even better.

WIN IT! One winner will receive a copy of What Charlie Heard ($13.26) by Mordecai Gerstein! To enter, leave any topic-related comment on this post prior to Monday, July 18 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.

* Thanks to Macmillan for providing two books – one for review and one for this giveaway.  

*UPDATE* The winner is #17 Susan Varney. Congratulations!

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