February 2008
38 posts
Giveaway : Nursery Bedding Set →
Special * Month Long Giveaway *
This is a first for my blog, a month long giveaway… I know a month is a very long time, but it is worth the wait. This giveaway has a retail value of $ 169.99 ! Included in this giveaway and each 9pc Select Bedding Layette Collection Set is: Crib Quilt
Fitted Crib Sheet
Crib Skirt
Crib Bumper
Decorative Pillow
Diaper...
January 2008
54 posts
Patriots in the Superbowl →
Chicago 46 - New England 10
New England 20 - St. Louis 17
New England 32 - Carolina 29 ** Great game and my favorite Superbowl logo!! **
New England 24 - Philadelphia 17
Patriots - NY Giants
Winner : TAC Scrapbook Giveaway →
Congratulations to : All about the Benjamin’s who said… What an awesome giveaway, Thanks for your reply back to me over the chapstick. I love your website and giving me the oppurtunity to see other’s as well. January 29, 2008 4:39 PM Winners, please email me (mommydoodles@gmail.com) your contact information in order for vendors to ship your prize. Also please comment...
Nik's Preschool Art →
This was one of Nik’s first projects at preschool! This was so heartwarming to see him trying to write his name!! Obviously, the first was with help, the rest is all him!! He is getting good at his circles… I love it!
Rainbows and Butterflies →
I do believe most of my readers are woman and could defiantly relate…. that dreadful three letter word, PMS, has struck full force. So it has not all be “Rainbows and Butterflies” !! I am starting to feel more like myself today than the last few days, extremely irritable but trying to grin and bear it. I have been snappy ! I recently had my IUD removed ( it was causing...
ahhh....HOUSE →
It was great to watch a new episode of house tonight. It was a great episodes of truth and lies…There was some great humor, we laughed out loud a couple times. The revealing twist at the end was also quite interesting. My thoughts for a possible love interest for house were quickly squashed by dad, we will see what the future holds! This episode: It’s A Wonderful Lie - A...
Winner : Crayon Caravan →
Congratulations to : belle7171 Who said…This is a great idea! I love them. January 24, 2008 6:17 PM Winners, please email me (mommydoodles@gmail.com) your contact information in order for vendors to ship your prize. Also please comment on this post so readers know you are human and have claimed your prize!!
All*You →
I am a magazine girl and I just got the second issue of my free trial of the free magazine, All*You! I really love this magazine and can’t wait to dig into this issue!!
Check it out @ allyou.com
Giveaway : Handmade Signs →
Baby Resting Door Sign - (Click Here for more Info)
Have a new little one at your house? Looking for a special baby gift? This hand painted 5x7 canvas tile door sign is the perfect way to tell your guests you are glad they came but please be quiet… This sign is done in pinks or blues with a ribbon to hang from your front door handle. Specifics: the finished product is actually 2 canvases...
Superbowl 2008 Mascot!? →
Ok, so I had just begun my post today pertaining to the superbowl logos… Then my husband (who was helping with data accuracy!) asked me “Who’s the mascot this year?” I was stumped, I had no idea the superbowl even had an official mascot every year. “Spike, who wears a pair of mirrored sunglasses atop his leathered cone-head, and sports arms and legs, has been working...
Crockpot Dinner : Roast →
Before heading out for our day we threw this in the crockpot in about 15 minutes! 3lb Beef Roast, broiled both sides quick on high (no stinky browning in pan!) 1 bag frozen baby carrots Mixed up and dumped on top of carrots and meat: 1 sm can tomato paste 1 cup water 1 packet liption onion soup 5-8 Tbs Worcestershire sauce 5-8 Tsp garlic salt dashes of black pepper to taste Cooked for 4 hours on...
Big and Little Art →
The Place Where Big and Little Art Meet This is the blog I am now a contributing to! Its a clever blog idea by Holli Conger. It showcases the artwork and creative projects that Mom and Kids create! It’s rather mind blowing to be listed along with these talented ladies. Go check it out! www.bigandlittleart.com
January is almost over! →
So this was a great first month of the 2008, hitting the Google Blogs of Note was amazing! It got me over 30,000 hits and has left me with a wonderful bunch of readers. The giveaway craziness is slowing down, 10 giveaways in the past 4 weeks is not so bad. I have a few more i am holding onto post until next week, and hope to be able to offer at least one per week. Keep those giveaway offers...
Protecting your Family Photos Online →
“If you post your images online, it is possible for someone to steal them and use them somewhere else. No matter what you do to protect them.” quote from about.com
The only way to really protect them is not to post them at all, but there are few things you can do to keep them safer. These are not fool proof methods but they can deter an amateur: * Post them only on password...
Giveaway Winner : Quick Count Football →
Congratulations to these two ladies! Kim who said…my hubby played football and my boys love to play! this would be a fun family game. This is the kind of football I would play. January 21, 2008 2:10 PM and DaisyBug who said…What a cool idea for a game! Thanks for the giveaway! January 20, 2008 3:32 PM Please email me your contact information for shipping....
In the CrockPot Now : Sausage →
Ok, we both got home later than usual last night, around 6pm…. we had a frozen pizza for dinner! So this morning i hunted down a few recipes for the defrosted sausage we had in the fridge. I did brown the sausage, which stunk up the house and dirtied a pan, so i hope it makes a difference ! i need to remember to get bulkie rolls on the way home. Dumped in : 8 - Italian Sausage,...
Throwback : Linda Hamilton →
Linda Hamilton - The Beauty and original Sarah Conner I have to admit that I loved Beauty and the Beast!! Now knowing that Vincent was Ron Pearlman, aka HellBoy, it make it all the more interesting. Watching the new Terminator series I can’t help but picture Linda, she was amazing in the original movie. This new Sarah is ok. So this throwback has brought me on a tangent of TV...
Giveaway WINNER : Lip Balm →
Congratulations to :
hollyg
who said…I am a lip balm junkie. I would happily spend my last $18 on earth on something to make my lips feel nice! January 16, 2008 9:17 PM
Winners, please email me (mommydoodles@gmail.com) your contact information in order for vendors to ship your prize. Also please comment on this post so readers know you you are human and have claimed your...
Giveaway : The Angel Company Product Pack →
http://christina.ismyangel.net
This amazing paper and stamp giveaway contains :
(1) Patterned paper pack (5 sheets of paper and 1 sheet of tags) (1) solid cardstock pack (10 sheets of paper, 2 each of 5 colors) (1) Stamp set (set of 11 stamps) (1) acrylic block (not shown) (1) Inspiration Book & Catalogue
These are The Angel Company products, offered here by Christina Smeal. She...
Fun Blogger Story?! →
When i first started blogging i made business cards to pass out and promote my blog. This was my first attempt at passing out a card:
I was checking out at my eye doctors office and i handed the card to the receptionist, saying, “i blog, i write about things, my life, anything, i will most likely write about today.” She looks at me with her bubbly face and says “Oh,...
Crockpot Pot Chili →
So the chili i made went over better than i expected! My husband loves to add his touches to most of my meals, and usually it is for the better. He came home and tasted the chili and said “wow, thats good, it’s perfect.” We ended up making chili nachos later in the evening. i mixed it with mac and cheese for niks’ dinner and my lunch today! The inspiration came from a...
Giveaway : Crayon Caravan →
Crayon Caravan by Keepemclean !
This cute Crayon Caravan comes with 8 crayola crayons. A handy flap folds over the crayons to keep them from sliding out and marking up the bottom of your purse or diaper bag. Completely handmade, from a smoke-free and pet-free home! The winner chooses the design for a girl or boy! Week-long Giveaway notes: leave any positive comment on this post. Winner...
A new week! →
It’s Monday, my work is closed and I have another 4 day weekend! Well this weekend was jam packed with family and friends, it was lovely!! This morning I considered staying on the couch all day… instead i convinced myself (and my son) it would be best if we left the house. It was extremely cold outside when i decided this, so i completed yesterday’s laundry by folding and...
Winner : Project Smile Calendar →
CONGRATULATIONS!! Jeni who said… What a great organization! I’ll have to keep them in mind. JANUARY 15, 2008 9:27 AM Please email me your contact information, so we may ship you your prize! mommydoodles@gmail.com
Professional Organizing ! →
A friend of mine has just let me know her dream has become her reality. I have always been in awe of her organized home, bookshelves, cupboards, bags… everything is always very neat and in order. I just talked to her and she has officially become a Professional Organizer. It is a perfect fit for her, i could not be more happy for her so I offered to mention her business on my blog, as it...
Product Giveaway : Quick Count Football Card Game →
Quick Count Football Card Game
We were given this cool family orientated game to try out. We loved it, my husband of course loved the football theme. I enjoyed the challenge of “getting down the field” for a touchdown just by using the cards! He is already planning a time to get together with the guys to play! It’s Quick Count…the fast-paced strategic football card...
New Web Design : Tea and Trinkets! →
Tea & Trinkets offers tea party catering for all ages, from six to sixty! Young Ladies “dress-up” Tea Party. The Ladies are invited to wear vintage style dresses and enjoy an afternoon tea with their friends.
Manners and Etiquette Classes - Tea, Refreshments and Instruction
Brownie and Girl Scout badge teas
Clubs, Groups, Organizations, Showers, Birthdays, etc.
“A tea...
Winner :BAREFOOT BOOK →
CONGRATULATIONS TO : Theresa VanderHorst
who said… Just found your blog tonight. Sounds like such great fun! And on our 38th anniversary on January 17th (!) it would be such fun to win this book for one of our 20 grandchildren. We read tons of books. The kids love them. Good luck with your blog. JANUARY 13, 2008 9:34 PM Please email me your contact information, so we may ship you...
Thursday Already!? →
Ok, so today “I got nothing” well i am sure i could dig up something for Throwback Thursday but come on i have been thinking all day and nothing yet… started this post before my shower, thought for sure i would think of something then, but i think i fell asleep in the shower?! is that even possible!
any how i have some great giveaways lined up for next week, i have to space...
Preschool Boy! →
Nikolas (2yrs; 10mnths) had his first day of preschool today, he was so very excited ! His mission for the morning was to talk to the school director, to be sure he would be going to class today. He told me, heading toward her office, “I talk to Miss Donna.” His face was a-glow when i arrived to pick him up today. ”Yeah, i go to preschool today… i read some books, i...
Product Giveaway : Bebeologie Lip Balm →
Bebeologie Lip Balm
So for the giveaway, I was offered a full-size tube of Bebeologie Lip Balm (retail value $18). An $18 lip balm? What’s in it?! This is not an ordinary waxy lip balm! Although it does contain beeswax, it’s also chock-full of nourishing, protective natural oils, including Vitamin E, aloe, avocado, and jojoba. Natural ingredients, no petroleum products or parabens....
Giveaway WINNER : Necklace →
This was an amazing necklace, i wish there were more to go around… CONGRATULATIONS!
The winner is :
Juli who said… What a beautiful piece of jewelry, and what a great giveaway!
January 13, 2008 9:40 PM
Please send your contact information to me
mommydoodles@gmail.com
Winners are chosen at random using random.org. If prize is not claimed within 48 hours, a new...
TV, TV ... →
Brothers and Sisters : great episode the other night.. loved the family dynamics, very entertaining ! The truth will set you free… it was defiantly the theme for this episode and a great one to live by!
Grey’s Anatomy : the DVR for some reason missed this one twice.. kinda ticked off but with my new MacBook i was able to watch it at my kitchen table, with my iPod...
A Great Offer - Nursery Bedding Discount →
www.FidgyBridgy.com
Fidgy Bridgy specializes in Designer Nursery Bedding. Luxury and quality is a necessity when it comes to your children. We Guarantee our products right down to the last hand stitched thread. Designer Bedding Quality without the Designer Bedding Cost.
I received an email from the owner, Bridgette:
“To show my appreciation to you and your web visitors… I would like...
Product Giveaway : Project Smile Calendar →
Project Smile Calendar Giveaway
Project Smile is federally tax exempt non-profit organization which donates stuffed animals, coloring books/crayons, small toys and children’s reading books to police and fire departments for police officers, fire fighters and paramedics to give to children involved in traumatic situations. Project Smile has recently launched the Operation Elder Care...
Giveaway Notes →
I am working on some new giveaways. I think you will all enjoy them. Things like card games, music, beauty products and baby gear!
Winners are chosen randomly with the help of random.org. I load all the dates/times of each entry and it generates a random winner.
Note for all readers entering the giveaways, please be sure I can get back in touch with you. If the prize is not claimed within...
Live Free or Die Hard →
Live Free or Die Hard
So we watched the forth in the Die Hard series, awesome movie! We decided it was the best yet from the box, second was Transformers. John McClane could kick Spidermans’ a** ! It was funny, action packed of course… we were laughing and amazed at the graphics. Bruce Willis is aging and they did a great job of poking fun at that.
Here was one of my...
Giveaway WINNER : T-SHIRT →
CONGRATULATIONS!
The T-shirt goes to
p + j + g buurstra who said… just found your blog and love it! thanks for sharing!
Please send your contact information to me
mommydoodles@gmail.com
Winners are chosen at random using random.org.
In the Crockpot Now : Pineapple Pork →
So we have pulled out the crock-pot again! We bought a sliced pork shoulder yesterday. Using the ingredients on hand and my mom on the phone, our crock-pot tech support, we cobbled together this recipe! Will keep you posted on the results.
* A huge time saver and my favorite things in the world : Frozen chopped onions and diced red and green peppers. Found in the frozen veggies section...
Our Fish : Few New Critters →
We bought the fish tank last year, and they said we could not get algae eaters so soon, because we had no algae… well we got some algae! Ok, it was not “Nemo-type” algae but it was enough to be able to get some algae eaters! Last Sunday we three little ones. We dumped them in - in the afternoon. At bedtime some algae was gone by Monday night I was shocked at how much they...
more Bedtime Books →
We have not been to the library for a while, since around thanksgiving i think. He calls his book shelf, “The Library”. I plan on getting back there in the next few weeks with him. Over the past couple weeks we have been reading many of his different books at bedtime. From Clifford’s Puppy Days to Blues Clues. I have to limit to three books, or two books reading them twice....
Holy Moly! →
On my way home today i get a call, its dad fiddling with his gps… trying to find an address… he was just at home starting to cook dinner, he said something happened. he tells me i have to go out, i’ll be back, i have to get something… you shouldn’t have to deal with that.” “What?” i say.. “oh, nothing… i just have to do something.”...
Peace ! →
One Million Peace Signs
I got an email about this site, i love it! Growing up i was a peace sign girl ! Check it out and share your own peace signs! Thanks for sharing. Peace
Product Giveaway : Barefoot Book →
Motherbridge of Love
We have a great book Motherbridge of Love it was named one of the top ten children’s books 2007 in Times Magazine! This beautiful poem celebrates the bond between parent and child in a special way. Through the exchanges between a little Chinese girl and her mother, Motherbridge of Love offers a poignant and inspiring message to parents and children all over the world....
90's Music →
This morning at work we have been discussing movies and music from “back in the day” of course being almost 10 years older than most of them, my “back in the day” is slightly different. Since i have been mentioning a lot of movies lately i would add a few tunes to bring us back! Rusted Root, Send Me On My Way (click for their website) Blind Melon, No Rain (click for their...
Product Giveaway : Handmade NECKLACE →
Family Tree
The family tree necklace is a hammered circle (1 1/4”) strung from 18” sterling ball chain with a freshwater pearl beside. A whimsical tree is hand-stamped in the middle and the names of each member of your sweet family are stamped around the edge. ( fit up to 36 characters and remember each space is also one character ) The winner will be able to customize. This...
Miss America 2008 →
Let’s start by saying I am not a girly-girl, no makeup, not much to do with my hair.. don’t wear earrings. I wear a necklace and my wedding bands daily… I own a couple other bracelets but that’s it. I asked my husband not to buy me anymore, I believe I have enough. with that said… I watched TLC’s Miss America Reality Check. I think seeing these girls get put...
Got Patriots Tickets? →
If you are interested in going to this weekends playoff game - Check out my auction on Ebay: PATRIOTS vs JAGUARS ( selling for a family member )
weekend excitment →
This was a fairly normal weekend overall. the traffic to my blog has been mind blowing, thanks again to my visitors! we had some unexpected company, missed a birthday party, visited with family and watched some more movies. Today finally back to routine… mom, tedy and dad to work and nik to school. Yesterday during nap time we started Spiderman 3… Nik woke up just at the part when the...
Here's My Holiday Craft 2007 →
This is my holiday craft i mentioned before! they are all just about gone, so it’s safe to unveil! I filled 2 zip lock baggies, one with hand mixed hot chocolate and one with marshmallows, enclosed them in the clear ornament ball. i used vinyl cut stickers to seal the ball, decorated with ribbons and a recipe tag! Also for a gift swap, I attached a gift card to add value. I made about...