zuus $50 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway #MissionGiveaway

I don't have a great deal of time to shop around the Internet.  I really like websites that provide information in one place.  zuus is a site that can save time and money!  They are very generous to be sponsoring a Mission Giveaway this week!

Grand Prize: $50 Amazon Gift Card for you and one for a friend!

About Our Sponsor

zuuzs is an online shopping site that brings all of your favorite retailers to the same place. And we give you cash rewards for shopping! You'll find great deals and online coupons to popular retailers such as Kohls, Best Buy, Target, Overstock.com & More! zuuzs is the only site that gives you easy shopping, fun sharing, and cash rewards on your purchases and the purchases of friends and family that you invite! Too good to be true? Nope! The more friends you invite and the more you all shop, the more fun you'll have and the more you'll earn.

Here are the different sites you can find zuuzs:

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Here's How You Enter:

The Giveaway will open up on Tuesday 7/17 at 12:01 am EST and Close on Friday 7/20 at 11:59 pm EST.

1) Start at the Rafflecopter Giveaway form.

2) Complete the Mandatory entries.

3) Work your way through the links, entering contests at each blog as you go. These contests each have their own rules and end dates.

4) Complete additional entries towards the bottom and come back for additional daily entries!  

That's it! You have successfully entered this awesome giveaway! Side note...It's not mandatory that you enter all the giveaways at each blog. However, doing so not only increases your chances of WINNING the other prizes, it increases your chances of WINNING the Grand Prize!

Mission Giveaway started with the $100 Story where with $100 several people received the help they needed. We are on a mission to help people! We have gathered a group of bloggers that want to make a difference. Together we are the Mission Giveaway Group!

To inquire about becoming a sponsor, please contact Amee or Dawn at missiongiveaway@yahoo.com for details. Take a look at our Media Kit to see what Mission Giveaway has to offer.

Are you a blogger that would like to participate in Mission Giveaway? Find out how you can join us.

The amazing Blogs participating in the event this week are: A Thrifty Diva Surviving Mommy Hood | Slop Swap| Madame Deals| FurKid Fosters| More from Mom| How Was Your Day?| Klippin' Krazy Koupons!| Family, Love and Other Stuff| Raising My 5 Sons| Colleen's Book Nook| More 4 Mom's Buck| The Socialite's Closet| Life: Full Of Unexpected Happiness| Clippin 4 A Cause| The Lucky Ladybug| Money Savvy Michelle| Let's Win| Tidbits From A Mom| Organic Mommy Today| Mommy's Money Saving Obsession| the ABC kidZ| Jenns Blah Blah Blog| Saving More Than Me| Coupon Crazy in Kentucky| Insights by April| Money $aving Michele| Tammilee Tips| Freesocial2011|

Check out how entrants would pay it forward this week and enter your own comment:

Smile Brilliant Brilliantly Simple Kit Review & Giveaway

  I have been contemplating visiting my dentist for a teeth whitening session for quite some time. My teeth are only slightly stained, but it does bug me. I’m a coffee drinker and my dental hygienist explained that sipping coffee is one of the worst things I can do. Unfortunately, I don’t see my bad habit changing any time soon. Therefore, I have been eyeing home whitening kits. There are many from which to choose and frankly – some are pretty expensive.

I was given the opportunity by Smile Brilliant to review their Brilliantly Simple Kit, which is an LED home whitening kit. This kit retails for $39.95 and contains a High Intensity Ultra-Blue LED activating light , trays for your teeth, a 4ml Professional whitening gel pen, and a small pink brush to assist with applying the gel. 

Customers are instructed to apply the gel on their teeth, place the trays in their mouth, and then insert the LED light and wrap their lips around it to hold it in place.  It is suggested to use the whitening system for 20 - 45 minutes per session. 

I was excited to receive the Brilliantly Simple Kit.  I was eager to view the results for myself, although I kept the thought in the back of my mind that it may not work in order to keep from being too disappointed if there were negative results.  I was pleased with how easy the kit is to use - there is nothing tricky about it.  I wasn't entirely sure how much gel to apply, but I ended up applying it liberally with each use. 

After several sessions of 20 minutes each, I believe that I began to see positive results. I believe that my teeth are slightly whiter.  I'm really looking forward to continuing the treatments and seeing how bright my smile will become!  I like the fact that I can use this kit so easily from the comfort of my own home for a reasonably low price.  I can be doing a treatment while doing laundry, blogging, reading, or watching a movie.  I'm all about "killing two birds with one stone" and this certainly allows me to do that!  Thank you so much to Smile Brilliant for allowing me the opportunity to try their kit!

Smile Brilliant is offering readers 20% off all products with the coupon code below:

 Smile Brilliant has kindly offered to sponsor a giveaway for one Tidbits From A Mom reader to win their own Brilliantly Simply Kit!  Please fill out the Rafflecopter form below to enter.

 

Book Review: God Gave Us Love by Lisa Tawn Bergren

  I have been a fan of Lisa Tawn Bergren’s books since my daughter was born. The copies we own are hardcovers, which I haven’t pulled out of storage for my son yet. Since my son is still young, he isn’t always gentle with his books yet. Therefore, we’ll definitely be keeping the board books around a little longer!

I was so pleased to have the opportunity to review a board book of Bergren’s “God Gave Us Love”. In this story, Little Cub and Grampa Bear are on a fishing trip. Little Cub is frustrated by the otters scaring the fish away. Grampa Bear uses this time as a teachable moment to teach Little Cub that God encourages us to love everyone – even those that frustrate us. This little board book then delves into the deep issue of love and the fact that there are people we love and “like” at the same time and then there are certainly times in our lives when it’s a bit more difficult. The book is illustrated by Laura J. Bryant.

My thoughts about the book: I really enjoy reading this book with both my son and my daughter. Regardless of the fact that it’s a board book, there are so many important concepts to think about and discuss with my daughter. I have often spoken with my daughter about the importance of loving others, although I have to admit…this is not an easy thing to do. I have certainly struggled with the concept of “loving thy neighbor”.

One of the questions the book discusses that I particularly like is, “Can we do anything to make God not love us any longer?” My daughter completed her first year of CCD this year and needless to say, she had a ton of questions. I think that this question is a great one to talk about with children because let’s face it…we all make mistakes...some small, some “doozies”. I want to make sure my daughter understands that she is loved despite the “doozies”.

Polar bears are among my favorite animals, so personally, I love that the characters are polar bears. Bryant’s illustrations using soft watercolors are adorable.

About the Author: Lisa Tawn Bergren is a best-selling author of more than thirty books, including The Captain's Bride, The Busy Mom's Devotional, and the God Gave Us children's book series. She and her husband, Tim, live in Colorado Springs, Colorado with their three children. You can visit her  website at www.LisaTawnBergren.com or read more about her here.

This book is so sweet. It addresses so many questions in such a little book about love and faith. I highly recommend this book to parents to read with their children. “God Gave Us Love” can be purchased at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

*Disclaimer: I did not receive monetary compensation for this book. I received a copy of this book from the Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing Group for the purpose of this review.  The opinions expressed here are my own.

Poptillas Chips Review and Giveaway

This Giveaway is done by SaraLee's Deals Steals & Giveaways

 

POPPED WITH FLAVOR!
Poptillas popped tortilla chips are light, crispy snacks that are made with all natural whole grain corn. At first bite, Poptillas™ will feel like a flavor piñata exploded in your mouth and your taste buds are there to reap the tasty rewards! These chips are perfect while entertaining family and friends!

Poptillas™ contain up to 25% less fat than the leading tortilla chips because they are popped instead of fried.

• All Natural
• Made with Whole Grain
• Gluten Free
• No MSG
• No Cholesterol
• No Trans Fat
• No Preservatives
• No High Fructose Corn Syrup

Available in 3 deliciously savory flavors:
Yellow Corn: A new way to enjoy an old favorite. Lightly salted and ready for dipping.
Nacho Cheese: Incredibly cheesy with a hint of spice.
Salsa Verde: Spicy, zesty and tangy. It’s your favorite salsa on a chip!

 I loved the Yellow Corn Poptillas they are light and crunchy. I paired them with a pinwheel wrap. Perfect lunch on a hot day. My son loved the Nacho Cheese Poptillas just as a snack. My husband really like the Salsa Verde Poptillas he said they really pop with flavor.I can't wait until these come to a store by me.

Now for the giveaway: Five lucky people will win 3 bags of Poptillas (one of each flavor). This is open to US and ends 7/28/12 @ 11:59 pm est. To enter, simply do the tasks on the Rafflecopter widget below and you're set to have a chance to win!

Carter's Watch the Wear Giveaway Event

Welcome to the Carter's Watch the Wear giveaway brought to you by Blog it Forward Media.

Carter's Watch the Wear was started by Henry Wood Carter. Under the name H.W. Carter & Sons (1890), Carter’s Overalls were sold and were very popular. The company expanded to market boy’s overalls, as well as railroad overalls, painter pants, coats, jumpers and shirts, eventually putting everything under the simple trademark “Carter’s”. They quickly evolved into a company that you see now. They specialize in clothing for newborns, infants and toddlers. and Guess what? Their collection is entirely affordable for the family.

Well, Carter's Watch the Wear has paired up with the bloggers of Blog it Forward to offer one lucky winner a $200 gift card to their website! That's right, you can enter for a chance to win $200 worth of clothes for your little one. Just fill out the form below to enter. You can sign up for Carter's Watch the Wear e-mails! Do you want to be an affiliate? You can check out the details and sign up.

Just use the simple form below to enter! This giveaway is open to US and Canada. Must be 18+ to enter. Giveaway closes on July 31 at 11:59pm est. Only one person per household/IP address may enter. You only need to enter the giveaway on one of our blogs. Good luck!

Nature's Sleep Slipper Giveaway

This Giveaway is done by SaraLee's Deals Steals & Giveaways

Take a walk in the clouds and slip your feet into these open-toe terry slippers. They are a perfect way to pamper your feet!  After a long day, you should slip out of your shoes and slip into something that helps to ease your sleep!  Slippers!  The visco-elastic memory foam in the bottom of the sole contours and cradles your foot for luxurious comfort and support with each and every step. The warm, soft terry fabric ensures your feet stay cozy all year round.

• S, M, L, XL
• Inner sole 75% cotton/25% polyester; outer sole thermoplastic rubber; lining 100% polyester

The Slippers came fast and were packed well. I was happy to of received the open toe style for my review. My feet always get to hot and sweaty when I wear slippers. That's not the case with these. I love wearing these as they are so soft and comfy on my feet. I also like the open toe style for the fact I can show off my toes that I get painted to match my nails. My son also likes my slippers as he keeps stealing them to wear for himself. I hate when he uses my slippers because I then have to hunt around the house to find wear he took them off and left them. I am very happy that I got to review these slippers.

Now for the giveaway: One lucky person will win a pair of Nature's Sleep Slippers. This is open to US and ends 7/27/12 @ 11:59 pm est. To enter, simply do the tasks on the Rafflecopter widget below and you're set to have a chance to win!

Huggies Little Movers Hawaiian Gift Pack Giveaway

I've used Huggies for years with both of my kids.  I've always had the utmost confidence in their diapers.  Huggies is now selling their new Huggies Little Movers Hawaiian Diapers and Wipes!  These diapers are an adorable way to get your child ready for a vacation or should you be having a "staycation", they help to bring the vacation feel to you. 

Huggies was extremely generous to send me a gift pack that included the following:

• 1 pack of Little Movers Hawaiian Diapers
• 1 pack of Hawaiian Wipes
• Beachbag
• Small beach ball
• 2 Hawaiian Leis
• Pair of sunglasses
• Surfboard Flashdrive
• Glass Bottle with Sand 

These diapers are so cute!  I love the Hawaiian design!  The Huggies reputation was upheld and my son was completely protected - day and night.  The wipes are awesome as well.  Very easy to clean nasty messes - they're durable and yet they are hypoallergenic, so they don't irritate the skin.

More about these diapers from the Huggies website:

Two tiki designs in one pack lets you enjoy this spring season—and make your little one the coolest and cutest around

Get gentle care with the proven leakage protection of the HUGGIES® Leak Lock® System

Pocketed back waistband to help keep in the runny mess

Specially shaped to gently fit little legs — even when they haven’t uncurled yet!

All HUGGIES ® Diapers come with the trusted leakage protection of the Leak Lock® System which includes:

• Absorbent layers to help pull in wetness and lock it away 
• Leak guards to help keep wetness in 
• Grip tabs and a SnugFit® waistband for a secure fit

Huggies was very kind to send us such a great gift pack.  Although we'd love to, we aren't going to be going away on vacation anytime soon.  We'll be having staycations throughout the summer.  To celebrate our summer, my daughter, my son, and I danced up a storm in the T.V. room.  We took turns wearing the leis and tossed our little beach ball around.  The kids had a great time! 

I want to share with you that Huggies is sponsoring the "Cute for a Cause" Program.  For each pack of diapers that is purchased, the Huggies Every Little Bottom program will ensure that a baby in need will be diapered for a day.

The kind folks at Huggies have generously offered to sponsor a giveaway for one Tidbits From A Mom reader to win the Huggies gift pack that is featured above!  Please fill out the Rafflecopter form below to enter.