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Monday, November 3, 2008

Four Blooms Essential Oils (Giveaway)




Four Blooms Essential Oils offers hand blended aromatherapy products to nurture and heal. I had the opportunity to try their detox blends and I enjoyed it! They are carefully blended with the best essential oils that help awaken the senses. Essential oils are a remarkable gift from the earth that provide a natural and powerful approach to healing and healthy living.

Four Blooms Gives Back! 5% of all online sales goes to support Hopelink, a charity that serves the needs of homeless and low-income families.


Four Blooms Essential Oils offers remedies for many issues. Physical concerns such as asthma, migraines, high blood pressure, menopause. Mental/emotional issues such as addiction, anger, insomnia, and stress. Skin and body care needs such as acne, cellulite treatment, mature skin, nail care, and stretch marks. They also have a certified aromatherapist available to address any questions or particular needs.

About the owner: Lesley Hobbs runs a yoga and aromatherapy business in Remond, Washington. Prior to establishing her business in 2005, she held a variety of teaching positions in schools and colleges in the US and Ireland. She earned her certificate (Level III) in Aromatherapy in 2004 and became a Registered Yoga Teacher in 2005. She also holds a B.A. in French and Spanish. Click here to discover all of her great products.

Giveaway: You can get the Essential Oils Small Starter Kit which includes a guide to using essential oils. Click here and tell me what products interest you the most and why. Please be sure to include you email address so I can contact you. Ends November 22, 2008.

All-Natural All American Mommy Gift Ideas




OBLI ORGANICS

Make a statement with clothing that makes a difference! Obli offers clothing for baby, kid’s and even for doggie! All their styles are hip and trendy styles with positive eco messages. Super cute! All of their garments are made with 100% certified organic cotton and manufactured using fair trade practices.

About Michelle Young and Melissa Blanco: As sisters, we had always dreamed of forming a family company. One that would provide us the opportunity to do work that mattered in a creative environment while keeping our family a priority. As parents to 3 boys and 2 dogs between the two of us, launching an organic clothing company dedicated to providing hip and trendy styles for children and pets while being stewards of the environment fit the bill perfectly.

Drawing on each others strengths, we truly enjoy working together. However, nothing compares to the feeling that our hard work and dedication is going to something that we believe in and ultimately will contribute to the betterment of our environment. Plus, the company provides us with a legitimate excuse to give our husbands for the endless hours spent on the phone!

Obli means On Borrowed Land, Inc. We wanted the name to be short and sweet but we also wanted it to have meaning. OBLI is fun, but it also stands as a reminder that, in the end, we are all truly just borrowing the land and passing it on to the next generation. Click here to shop!




Dreaming of a green holiday? IgnaFire Chocolates help by providing unprocessed, whole-bean chocolates wrapped in completely biodegradable packaging. We had the chance to sample them and they are fantastic. ALL of the packaging is eco-friendly! All printed information is on dissolvable potato paper which washes down the kitchen sink and the chocolates are wrapped in a custom cellulose bag that composts in 45-60 days.

IgnaFire Chocolates are dark chocolates made from whole, stone ground cacao beans that have been lightly sweetened with Mexican sugar. No cacao butter is removed or added, and they avoid extensive heating and industrial processing of most other chocolate, keeping all the healthful flavanols and antioxidants that occur naturally in the bean, along with its natural flavor. No dairy ingredients are added, so they are also a great choice for vegans.

IngaFire chocolates are available as chocolates or ground powder for making hot chocolate. Each are available in four different flavors: cacao, cinnamon, vanilla, and moka. They make the perfect gift or stocking stuffer for anyone!

These chocolates are manufactured and sold by Ingabar, LLC, a Texas based company committed to producing unprocessed chocolates and trash-free packaging. For more information or to order your very own eco-friendly, delectable treat, click here!




SKOY is an eco-friendly household cleaning cloth that outlasts 15 rolls of paper towels. Wow! This cloth is 100% biodegradable, natural, and re-usable. They are washer and dryer safe, which means you can use them over and over again. This is a product I use and love!

Here’s a fun fact: Did you know that 2.5 million tons of paper towels go into landfills annually? That is shocking!

SKOY was founded by Michelle Lundgvist and Karen Petersen. In all their experience in cleaning kitchens and bathrooms, they were using products they weren’t satisfied with, so they decided to provide a product that was great and viable.

Think of all the benefits you’ll be providing by using SKOY in your home! Get a 4 pack for only $5.99. Click here to learn more.











AloSun is a division of Affinity Beauty Group Aloe Creme Laboratories. AloSun was founded in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in 1953 and was one of the first to incorporate the anti-aging properties of Aloe Vera into a skincare line. Over 50 years later, they continue to bring generations of consumers tried-and-true products while pioneering the latest advancements in skin and suncare. I’ve had the opportunity to try them and I’ll tell you it’s true! There are great benefits to Aloe Vera!

AloSun Spa Hydrating Hair Mask – I’m a natural blonde and I’ll admit that my stylist just enhances my natural color. Well, that extra processing causes my hair to get dry and brittle. The hydrating hair mask does wonders to transform dry hair into lustrous hair! Build-up free formula means Hydrating Hair Mask is a perfect way to get sleek shiny hair everyday!

AloSun Moisture-Lock Organic Body Oil – an ultra hydrating body oil used as a protective barrier, sealing in essential moisture to leave skin soft and silky all day long. Winter is on it’s way and that means dry, flaky skin. Ugh! Just a few drops after your shower will lock in moisture all day! It’s absorbed so effectively that you can also use it on your scalp and it will add luster to your hair without leaving a greasy residue.

Skin Buff - foaming exfoliator and one of the only scrubs on the market designed to be a perfect polish for both face and body. The gentle complex contains tiny micro-granules, which dislodge blackheads, debris, and dead skin cells, then cleanse pores and sweep away bacteria-causing materials. Skin is perfectly balanced: free of excess oil, brightened, tightened, and refined. AND feeling fresh!

Body Bare Penetrating Emollient - emollient-rich crème that soothes, moisturizes, and protects skin for premature aging and an effective blend of proven skin conditioners. It’s made with sunflower oil, vitamin E, and raw Aloe Vera – known for its deep penetrating ability and effectiveness in delivering lost hydration directly to the source.

Clarifying Hair and Body Shampoo – another all-in-one product that simplifies your shower routine. Balanced for all hair and skin types. This invigorating body and scalp system serves up a fragrant lather, restores shine, and helps extend color!

Each of these products sells for around $5.00 each and would make an excellent gift or stocking stuffer for any mommy! They also offer a rewards program for their customers. Click here for more information on their products!




Sunday, November 2, 2008

Holiday Gift Guide Top Pick (Giveaway)

NEW, AWARD WINNING JUMPSTART 3D VIRTUAL ADVENTURE

Give the gift of fun and adventure that’s educational at the same time! Trusted by over 20 million parents, JumpStart 3D Virtual World has received several awards including National Parenting Center Seal of Approval, Children’s Technology Review Editor’s Choice, Mom’s Choice Award and many others. JumpStart 3D Virtual World blends learning and entertainment to create the best possible development environment for kids ages 3-8. Included membership to www.JumpStart com allows parents to customize kids’ gameplay, connect with other grown-ups, and access even more safe and exciting games for kids. JumpStart products are available online and at retailers including Target, Best Buy, ToysRus, Walmart, Costco, and Office Depot. Click here to see it at Best Buy.

Giveaway: Click here to tell me what you think of their products. One winner will be selected to win JumpStart 3D Virtual World: My First Adventure. Please leave your email address in your comments so I can contact you. Giveaway ends November 18, 2008.

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Playskool Shake, Rattle & Roll Teether makes the perfect stocking stuffer for baby’s first Holiday! It stimulates baby’s senses with bright colors, a variety of textures and three teethable rolling shapes. It’s easy for baby to grasp, helps develop hand/eye coordination and provides sounds that will entertain and distract babies from the pain of teething. Playskool Shake, Rattle & Roll Teether is available for $4.49 at CVS stores nationwide or online at CVS.com.

Giveaway: Tell me what you do to relieve the pain of teething for your baby and you could win your own Shake, Rattle & Roll Teether from Playskool. Please be sure to leave your email address in your comments so I can contact you. Giveaway ends November 20, 2008.

Smart, Trendy Gifts for Moms (Giveaway)


Baby Bling

Hip, Trendy, Smart Jewelry for moms, Baby Bling from Smart Mom is what you need! Smart mom jewelry has been featured on CNBC, in numerous magazines, and several celebrity mommys have been seen sporting their Baby Bling. Teething Bling was designed for little ones to handle and chew. Made from the same material as many teething toys, Teething Bling looks great on and is also safe for curious babies. With so many styles and colors to choose from, you’re sure to find one that’s perfect for every outfit. Click here for more information.

Giveaway: Click here and tell me what’s your favorite product and color. Two lucky winners will be chosen to win a matching pendant and bracelet. Please include your email address in your comments so I can contact you. Giveaway ends November 16, 2008.

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CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINMENT ON DVD

The Frog Bride and Aesop Bops are two performances on DVD that kids are sure to love! Give the gift of great music and great art to children with these two theatrical shows on DVD from David Gonzalez. After performing his magical, multi-media works for the past 25 years for thousands of young audiences, storyteller/performer David Gonzalez casts his spell onto the screen with hours of myths, folk tales, and fairy tales that engage imaginations and opens the hearts of all age. For live performance dates and locations contact April Thibeault at april@amtpublicrelations.com. Click here to buy your copies today!

Giveaway: Click here to tell me the most interesting thing about David Gonzalez. Two winners will receive a copy of either The Frog Bride or Aesop Bops. Leave your comments and tell me what DVD you would like to receive and please be sure to leave your email address with your comments so I can contact you. Ends November 16, 2008.

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COUNTDOWN TO BLACK FRIDAY
THIS WEEK'S TOP PICKS

Must-Have Christmas Book: A Dog Named Christmas, written by Greg Kincaid is a novel that will touch your heart and have you reaching for a tissue! The story begins when Todd, a developmentally disabled young man, learns of a local shelter’s need to provide homes for their dogs during the days leading to Christmas. After tenaciously convincing his parents that this is an idea worth pursuing, Todd chooses the perfect dog – one whose personality wins over the entire family – and names him Christmas.

Todd and his new friend are two charmers and it doesn’t take long before they inspire an entire town to find holiday homes for all the shelter’s dogs. What follows from this small act of kindness with teach Todd’s family – and his community – about peace on earth and goodwill toward men – and animals.

I recommend this book for everyone on your Christmas list! Click here to purchase.

Greg Kincaid, when not writing, is a practicing lawyer. He lives on a farm in eastern Kansas with his wife, three horses, two dogs, and two cats.