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Friday Giveaway Link Up Week #23- 1/27

2012-01-27T12:15:00.000-05:00

It's that time!!!

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Vitalicious 50-Calorie Fudgy Chocolate Mini VitaCakes {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/15

2012-01-26T12:02:00.000-05:00

Vitalicious has launched new 50-calorie Fudgy Chocolate Mini VitaCakes, the first 50-calorie product of its kind and Vitalicious’ lowest-calorie product ever. Launching just in time to jump-start healthy New Year’s resolutions, Fudgy Chocolate Mini VitaCakes satisfy your passion for chocolate and still leave you feeling full and satisfied. With 2g of protein, 6g of fiber, 14g of carbs, only 1g of fat plus 15 vitamins and minerals, the all-natural Fudgy Chocolate Mini VitaCakes are loaded with as much nutrition as they are with gooey chocolate goodness.

VitaCakes are made from all-natural ingredients and whole grains without any artificial coloring or preservatives of any kind. Plus, it only takes 7 minutes to “walk off” the 50 calories contained in each Mini VitaCake. (And, they are only one measly point on Weight Watchers PointsPlus program!)

Fudgy Chocolate Mini VitaCakes are now available exclusively for purchase online at www.vitalicious.com.

Vitalicious uses only all-natural ingredients, so there is absolutely no additives or preservatives. So when my Mini VitaCakes arrived, I immediately put them in the freezer. When you are ready to eat them, you pull one out and pop it into the microwave for 18 seconds. Yep! That's it to enjoy your healthy, low calorie Fudgy Chocolate Mini VitaCakes! They have 1g of Fat, 14g of Carbs, 2g of Protein and 6g of Fiber. Heck yeah! :)

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Publix Best Meals Happen at Home-$25 Publix Gift Card #MyBlogSpark {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/14

2012-01-25T22:11:00.000-05:00

A busy weeknight doesn’t have to mean fast food for dinner! Publix knows that the best meals happen at home, so they are excited to help you enjoy family mealtime without having to stress about what to prepare or spending hours in the kitchen. Stop by Publix during their “Best Meals Happen at Home” event to find great savings on some of your favorite products. Be sure to visit BestMealsatHome.com to find fantastic recipes, which can be cooked in 30 minutes or less, and your family is sure to love.

Take advantage of great savings on some of your favorite participating brands during the “Best Meals Happen at Home” event at Publix from January 26th through February 1st
As of Jan 26th look for in-store for coupons that will be valid through February 15th
Visit BestMealsatHome.com to sign up and receive emails with weekly recipes and coupon offers that will help you save up to $200 this year
It would be great if you could share this info with your readers between January 26th and January 28th

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Crunchy Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients:

2 cups Cheerios^® cereal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon mustard
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Directions:

Heat oven to 400°F. Spray with cooking spray or lightly grease 13x9-inch pan.
Finely crush cereal. Stir together cereal, salt and pepper; set aside. In medium bowl, stir together milk, honey and mustard until blended. Dip chicken into milk mixture; coat with cereal mixture. Place chicken in pan; drizzle with melted butter.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until crust is golden and chicken is no longer pink in center.

*1 LLL with Leslie follower will receive a $25 Publix gift card!

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$5 Little Caesars HOT-N-READY Pizza {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/13

2012-01-25T16:06:00.001-05:00

Large 14in. Cheese or Pepperoni Pizzas....
Hot out of the oven! Ready when you are!
No need to call ahead! No need to wait!
No limit!

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Bacon Elements - Bacon T-shirt {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US- 2/12

2012-01-25T14:42:00.000-05:00

Guinness World Records 2012-Gamer's Edition {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/11

2012-01-24T12:04:00.000-05:00

The family that plays together definitely stays together…and probably catches them all! The newest edition of the “Video Game Bible” — Guinness World Records 2012 Gamer’s Edition — hits stores today with the most comprehensive collection of video game records ever known including the most prolific Pokémon playing family in the world – The Arnolds. The ‘Frankfort Five’, hailing from the Illinois suburb outside of Chicago, are Pokémon prodigies who rank as some of the world’s greatest players each year during the official Pokémon Video Game Championships, earning them the title of “Largest Competitive Pokemon Videogame Family”.

This latest Guinness World Records edition also features records earned by Angry Birds, Farmville, fitness games and many more!

If you like playing the xbox, wii ,etc., like I do, I have a book you will love!! I've always like the Guinness World Records books, they have a Gamer's Edition! How awesome...right?! They have all the different game consoles, popular games and included the world records for them. There are 215 pages of awesomeness! This book is very colorful and full of pictures. It's goes for $14.99 in the US.

*1 lucky LLL with Leslie followers will win their very own copy of Guinness Worlds Records 2012-Gamer's Edition! {$14.99 value}

Enter the Vitalicious Sweepstakes for Your Chance to Win a New Treadmill!

2012-01-23T18:50:00.000-05:00

Vitalicious “Walk It Off in 7 Minutes” Facebook Sweepstakes

One grand prize winner will receive a LifeSpan TR 1200-DT Desktop Treadmill ($1,999 Retail Value).

Ten runners-up will receive a 48-pack of the new 50-calorie Fudgy Chocolate Mini VitaCakes ($48 Retail Value). It takes just 7 minutes to walk off a Mini VitaCake!

Please go to http://www.facebook.com/vitatops?sk=app_28134323652 to enter. The sweepstakes will run from January 19 through March 4, 2012.

Sakroots Shoe Down Contest

2012-01-23T18:07:00.000-05:00

Sakroots SHOEDOWN Contest!! Vote & Win. Go to http://sakroots.thesak.com/shoedown and vote on your favorite sakroots Artist Circle rainboots for Spring. Vote as many times as you'd like and then enter your email address for a chance to take home the winning pair!

Progresso Soup Coupon offer

2012-01-23T18:02:00.000-05:00

SAVE $1.25 on FOUR when you buy FOUR CANS any variety Progresso® Light Soup

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Diamond Candles-A Ring In Every Candle {Review & Giveaway}

2012-01-23T14:25:00.000-05:00

Soy Candles by Diamond Candles

If you don't know much about Diamond Candles yet they have real rings worth $10, $100, $1,000, or $5,000 in every single earth friendly, all natural soy candle that they make.

The combination of highly fragrant premium quality soy candles, an exciting and fun 'ring reveal' experience (what ring will you find?), and a ring to wear for months and years to come means making something as boring as burning candles in your home something to look forward to.

Gingerbread Latte-$24.95

Ever wondered what it would be like to sit in a hot tub of overpriced fancy latte coffee drinks? Nope, me neither.This little gingerbread man knows-you're kind of curious now, aren't you?. Sit in on the experience and light the Gingerbread Latte candle. It's a delicious treat that will make people around you get excited about the expensive coffee beverages you have waiting for them. Make sure to disappoint and tell them that they have been tricked once again; it's only a Diamond Candle. Tell them if they are lucky you will share your Diamond Candles ring with them. Maybe that will help ease their disappointment.

Diamond Candles....what a exciting experience it was!! Diamond Candles has fast shipping. The product arrived nicely wrapped and in great, unbroken condition. I was excited to see what scent I was sent for my reviewing pleasure. GINGERBREAD LATTE... that's what it was! The gingerbread part is what has me sold! I was super excited, I immediately went to find a lighter to get this experience started. Ooooo...buddy....did it spread the delightful scent throughout my house. I have to say, I am not a coffee person, but I was impressed of the yummy gingerbread latte delightful goodness that filled the air. I love a good candle that is potent and makes a room yummy and enjoyable to the nose.

It had to burn for a while before it got to my ring surprise. I was so anxious to see what was hidden in the candle. The foil that you can see on the outside of the glass, is like a marker for the location of the ring inside. Once it burned down a ways, I use my tweezers to grab the foiled wrapped surprise. Inside the foil was a little zip locked ring bag. Remember...they have rings that are worth $10, $100, $1,000, or $5,000 inside every candle. Well....as pictured above, i received a purple jeweled ring. I know it's not in the $100, $1000, or $5,000 range, but it still beautiful and it's MINE! This really has been such a neat and exciting experience. I can't wait to purchase or be gifted more of these. They have so many different scents to chose from. And I also like that they are soy candles, which burn cleaner.

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ATTENTION.....

2012-01-22T23:50:00.000-05:00

ATTENTION all Live Love Laugh with Leslie Facebook friends.....we are in the process of moving Facebook pages. If you could please "LIKE" my Facebook fan page, instead of this page, I would really appreciate. I don't want to lose any of you guys, but we are trying to get away from the "friend" page, and move to a "fan" page. Thank you for your time. I hope to see you all on the NEW Fan page..... :D
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Friday Giveaway Link Up Week #22- 1/20

2012-01-20T00:17:00.000-05:00

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Stayfit Deluxe Salad Kit {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/10

2012-01-19T23:59:00.000-05:00

About Cool Gear International, Inc. Store

"We at Cool Gear International, Inc. pride ourselves on our reputation. Since 1986, we have been conceptualizing and developing ideas, turning them into products and bringing them to the marketplace. We deliver innovative and imaginative products to the marketplace while providing a 100% customer satisfaction policy."

• Deluxe Salad Kit
• No bisphenol A (BPA)
• Non-toxic freezer gel in veggie tray
• Separate dressing container
• Domed container with locking tabs

Here recently, some life changing events have taken place. I found that due to health issues I have to start eating even healthier. That means fruits, vegetables and of course salads. I was super excited to do this review. This is right up my alley, to help me start eating healthier. Stayfit Deluxe Salad Kit is perfect for taking my salads on the GO and to avoid it becoming soggy! Who likes a soggy salad? Not ME! I wish I could meet the person who came up with this idea. If I did, I would have to say THANK YOU! This 3 tiered, domed container with locking tab keeps all salad, vegetables and dressing separate in different compartments to avoid sogginess. They are only $9.99 each. The only thing I need now is a few more of these awesome containers!!

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Thomas Kinkade Presents: A Mile In His Shoes DVD {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/9

2012-01-19T21:00:00.000-05:00

UNIVERSAL CITY, CA- A story of aspiration and revelation from director William Dear (Angels In The Outfield, The Perfect Game) and starring Dean Cain ("Lois & Clarke: The New Adventures of Superman"), A Mile In His Shoes arrives on DVD January 10 from Vivendi Entertainment and Nassar Entertainment. Presented by renowned artist Thomas Kinkade, the family-friendly film follows a young man's journey from a place of misunderstanding to acceptance with the help of America's favorite pastime.

Luke Schroder makes his acting debut as Mickey Tussler, a teen in the 1940s struggling with a little-known condition called "autism". Unable to connect with those around him, Mickey's natural athletic abilities go undiscovered until one day when baseball manager Arthur "Murph" Murphy (Cain) happens to witness Mickey throwing around an apple with his pet pig. Sensing Mickey's pitching talent, Murph finds a place for him on the field. However, the symptoms of Mickey's autism soon set him apart from his teammates, leaving Murph to find a way to reach Mickey, and inspire his players to overcome their differences to reach a better place of understanding.

"A story of hope, strength, and the power of friendships' (Steven J McGivern, president and founder, The American Autism Alliance), A Mile In His Shoes originally premiered on the Gospel Music Network. The DOVE approved DVD included a free limited edition Thomas Kinkade painting, and will be available for the suggested retail price of $14.93.

Only a miracle can help baseball coach Arthur "Murph" Murphy (Dean Cain) and his losing nminor league baseball team. As Murph sets out to recruit new talent, he stumbles upon Mickey (Luke Schroder), a young farmere with an incredible pitcher's arm. However, Mickey's parents are reluctant in allowing him to join the team because he has Asperger's syndrome, a form of autism. Murph convinces Mickey's parents that life in the minor league will benefit their unique son, but he doesn't realize just how much his new recruit will help the team's game and , more importantly, their spirit. Based on a true story, A Mile In His Shoes is an inspirational film that celebrates faith, determination and the power of friendship.

This movies is really good. It really touched my heart. It was very inspiring watching this kid struggle with his condition. It was amazing how with some love, support, and team work this kid could overcome his fear. I love how this movie is based on a true story. It makes you stop and think. If a kid with autism can overcome his fear, and play professional baseball, we can all overcome our difficulties in life. I recommend this movie to anyone. It has excellent morals and family values.

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Laura Warshauer- The Pink Chariot Mixtape CD 10 Winners {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/31

2012-01-17T12:25:00.002-05:00

With her big blue eyes, dark hair, and diminutive stature, one would be amazed at the powerhouse voice and indomitable spirit that is the essence of Laura Warshauer, both onstage and off. Her managers, Scott Ross and Paul Fishkin, will attest to this; “When we walk into a meeting, no matter who it is, the vibe and energy immediately change and people sense they are about to experience something very special. Laura doesn’t let them down!”

Laura has that rare quality very few artists possess: she makes every member of the audience feel as if she is singing only to him or her. Her performance, whether on stage or in the studio, has that something special that people naturally connect with, which is why, in 2010, Laura was chosen by BMI and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame to be the recipient of the first ever (Buddy) Holly Prize. This prestigious award is presented to one young singer-songwriter and performer per year who exhibits “true, great, and original” qualities.
Laura is far from just another female singer-songwriter: Her distinctive sound and style is laced with familiar vocal flavors ranging from Stevie Nicks to Cyndi Lauper to Kate Bush, and she’s inspired by the live experiences of U2 and Bruce Springsteen, by current events, and by her lifelong journey as a recording artist.

On June 14, 2011, Laura Warshauer released her debut LP The Pink Chariot Mixtape. “The Pink Chariot Mixtape is really about so much more than these songs and recordings. It’s about the moments that each song represents,” Warshauer states. “I felt like I chased down each and every one of those moments, from Williamsburg, Brooklyn, to New Jersey, St. Andrews in Scotland to Las Vegas and Los Angeles.”

*EXPLODE

*WISHING WELL

*TONIGHT TONIGHT

*HEAVEN ABOVE

*NEVER LET YOU GO

*FADE AWAY

*ROCKSTAR

*SWEET SEVENTEEN

*WHO I AM

*TO WILL AND KATE, MEET ME AT EXIT 109

I'm glad I was presented with the opportunity to listen and review Laura's CD. I have not heard of her before this. I really love the sound of her voice, beautiful! This was a very clean and enjoyable CD to listen to. That is so hard to find now a days.

*10 lucky LLL with Leslie's followers will win their very own copy of Laura Warshauer- The Pink Chariot Mixtape CD!!!

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January at Hard Rock Tampa + Giveaway! 2 winners US-1/31

2012-01-13T11:43:00.000-05:00

2012 SHR Girls Calendar on Sale. Calendars are available for $14.99 and
are sold exclusively at the Seminole Hard Rock Retail Shop and Hard Rock
Cafe Store, while supplies last. SHRT donated net proceeds from the first
week of calendar sales to The Spring of Tampa Bay, a domestic violence
prevention and emergency shelter agency. Link:
http://www.seminolehardrocktampa.com/gaming/promotions

Rome from Sublime Hosts Special Event - Post Event Coverage. Rome from
Sublime hosted the “Party Like a Rockstar” event, featuring DJ Chris Craze,
DJ Barry Carew and DJ Pedro M. Event occurred on December 3rd. Link:
http://www.seminolehardrocktampa.com/cafe/rock

Legendary Cadillac Giveaway. Tuesdays in January. Hourly drawings from
1pm to 9pm for $1,000 cash. Grand prize drawing at 9:30pm for a Cadillac
SRX. Earn entries December 28, 2011 – January 31, 2012 Link:
http://www.seminolehardrocktampa.com/gaming/promotions

Pirate Treasure Giveaway. Wednesdays in January. Win up to $5,000 Cash.
Hourly drawings from 10am to 4pm. Earn entries December 29, 2011 – January
25, 2012. Link: http://www.seminolehardrocktampa.com/gaming/promotions

* 2 lucky winners will receive a Hard Rock Journal!

Friday Giveaway Link Up Week #21- 1/13

2012-01-13T00:10:00.000-05:00

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A Turtle’s Tale: Sammy’s Adventures DVD {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/28

2012-01-12T23:54:00.000-05:00

A Turtle’s Tale: Sammy’s Adventures –

Born on a Baja, California beach in 1959, new hatchling Sammy must do what his fellow newborn sea turtles are doing: race across the beach to the ocean before a seagull or crab captures them. Thus begins Sammy’s incredible fifty-year ocean journey. Along the way he meets his best friend, a fellow turtle named Ray, and overcomes obstacles both natural and man-made while trying to fulfill his dream of travelling around the world. Throughout his travels, Sammy never forgets about Shelly – the turtle he saved on his first day and loves passionately from afar. Based on the actual course of a sea turtle’s life, this story of one creature’s breathtaking journey is a thrilling voyage the whole family will enjoy.

Dive into adventure and fun with Sammy the sea turtle as he swims the oceans of the world searching for the love of his life, Shelly. With his best pal, Ray, Sammy experiences the extraordinary and faces daunting challenges, including hungry sharks and pesky birds. A Turtle's Tale: Sammy's Adventure features a rollicking soundtrack and incredible voice talents, including Melanie Griffith, Kathy Griffin, Tim Curry, Anthony Anderson and Stacy Keach. Based on the actual course of a sea turtle's life, this story of one creature's breathtaking journey is a thrilling voyage the whole family will love!!

This was a very cute movie. It is fun for kids, and an eye opener for adults. The kids really liked this movie because it was entertaining and fun filled. It was also great for adults because it shows the reality of what it is like in the ocean when people dump trash and spill oil. It is also heart felt because it is a tale of love. There are so many lovable characters in this movie. I would recommend this movie for anyone.

* 1 lucky LLL with Leslie winner will receive A Turtle's Tale: Sammy's Adventures DVD !

All-New Super WHY Episodes on PBS KIDS

2012-01-12T23:33:00.000-05:00

I’m eager to share with you that Super WHY rings in the New Year with four all-new literacy-powered episodes, premiering January 16-19, 2012 on PBS KIDS (check local listings)! We invite you to hang onto your hat and hold onto your seat as Super Why and the Super Readers hop into their Why Flyers for exciting time travel adventures! The reading buddies travel to the Old West, visit the age of the dinosaurs, take a trip to medieval times and then jump forward to the future. The new shows are sure to get preschool viewers playing and singing along to help Super Why, Princess Presto, Wonder Red, Alpha Pig and Woofster change the story and save the day. Here’s more info on each engaging episode:

Super WHY and Jasper's Cowboy Wish – January 16: Howdy Partner! Whyatt and his friends are playing cowboys, but Pig can't join in because he doesn't know what cowboys do. The super readers jump into the tale Jasper's Cowboy Wish and make the acquaintance of a cowpoke named Jasper who's desperate to become a rompin' stompin' cowboy if only he could get the hang of it! Will Jasper be a hero...or will this be his last roundup?

Super WHY and Baby Dino's Big Discovery – January 17: ROAR! Pig invited his friends over to play dinosaurs, but Whyatt can't figure out which toy dinosaur he has. So he super readers soar into Baby Dino's Big Discovery where they lend a hand to a baby dinosaur searching for his mommy. They'll need to look closely to figure out what kind of dinosaur Baby Dino is...and be careful to avoid being eaten while they do!

Super WHY and Princess Gwennie Saves the Day – January 18: Princess Pea is feeling dramatic (as usual) and she and Red are staging a play. Princess is pretending she's a queen but Red doesn't know what to be! The super readers fly into the story of a princess with a silly sense of humor and a big job to do. They help Gwennie use her talents to save the day, and Red discovers her own special gifts.

Super WHY and The Great Robot Race – January 19: Whyatt and Woofster want to win the porridge race, but the bowl of breakfast cereal keeps falling off the puppy's back. This is a super MESSY problem! The reading friends visit The Great Robot Race and encounter a boy named Bradbury who is determined to help his robo-doggie to win a race too! Both Bradbury and the super readers will have to use a little creative problem solving to help robo-doggie zoom to the head of the pack!

Whole Grain First Ingredient

2012-01-12T22:03:00.001-05:00

The Dietary Guidelines recommend choosing products with a whole grain listed as the first ingredient. Now every cereal with the white check has more whole grain than any other single ingredient, with the same great taste. You will see whole grain as the first ingredient on the ingredient list, indicating that whole grain is the first and most prevalent ingredient.
According to Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of "The Doctors," identifying whole grain products can be challenging. Shoppers can look for cues on the front of the box, but they need to read the ingredient list to know if they are getting products with whole grain as the first ingredient. Ingredient lists detail ingredients in order of prevalence, and if the words "whole" or "whole grain" are followed by a grain like wheat or oats, it means the food contains more whole grain than any other single ingredient. Here´s how to determine if your cereals have whole grain as a first ingredient:

People really want to make healthy eating decisions, but there are a lot of messages vying for their attention in the supermarket. This can be especially true when it comes to determining which foods have a meaningful amount of whole grain. Dr. Stork has some additional recommendations to help you include whole grain easily into your diet. They include:

    Start Early! The Dietary Guidelines recommend people get at least 48 grams of whole grain in their daily diets. Get a jump-start on the day´s nutrition by incorporating whole grain into your morning routine. For instance, when choosing cereal make sure whole grain is listed as the first ingredient. One easy choice is cereal with the white check, which have more whole grain than any other single ingredient.
    Make Simple Swaps. Choose whole grain versions of the foods you love. Great options include whole wheat pasta and whole wheat bread or even whole grain crackers. Also, try different types of whole grain. Use brown rice instead of white rice as a side dish at dinner or popcorn, which is a whole grain, for a snack.
    Don´t Judge a Food by Its Cover. The front of food packages provide good nutritional cues, but don´t forget to read the ingredients and check the nutrition label and side labels for additional health information. Cereals with the white check even include the amount of whole grain per serving on packaging.

Tune into "The Doctors" on January 13th when the experts will discuss the importance of whole grain. Plus, check out Dr. Travis Stork in this brief video on how to find whole grain.
To help make it easier to find whole grain products, General Mills developed "Fast Lane for Whole Grain," an online educational game. Consumers can navigate virtual grocery store aisles and identify products that have whole grain as the first ingredient, with the option to enter a sweepstakes to win one of each of the 50 cereals with the white check.
In connection with healthier lifestyles, a diet rich in whole grain has been linked to healthier body weights, and it may help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.
Make a commitment to incorporate more whole grain into your family´s diets by starting their day with a bowl of cereal with the white check, including Cheerios®, Lucky Charms®, Cinnamon Toast Crunch®, Honey Nut Cheerios® and Total®. For more information on the importance of whole grain and a chance to enter the "Fast Lane for Whole Grain" sweepstakes visit www.WholeGrainNation.com.

In addition, you can visit http://www.myblogspark.com/uc/main/d537/ to download a printable coupon for $1.75 off the purchase of any (2) cereals with the white check today!

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The Garfield Show:Dinosaurs & Other Animal Adventures DVD {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/27

2012-01-12T13:37:00.000-05:00

Garfield has a bone to pick!!
Episodes:

Down on the Farm
The Pet Show
Bone Diggeers
Underwater World
Fish to Fry
History of Dogs

Includes Garfield Shorts!
74 minutes long.

The Garfield Show: Dinosaurs and Other Animal Adventures

Everyone’s favorite cat is at it again! Join this larger than life feline and his animal friends as they embark on a series of adventures from digging up dinosaur bones, working with farm animals and discovering life under the sea. No stone is left unturned as Garfield takes us through the history of dogs, attends a pet show and even prepares to eat a pet goldfish! Being part of the animal kingdom has never been any more exciting!

Join Garfield and the gang on an all-new journey when The Garfield Show: Dinosaurs and Other Animal Adventures arrives on DVD January 10th. This hilarious collection includes six animal-themed episodes filled with exciting, fun and new discoveries from the highly rated series currently on The Cartoon Network. Garfield continues to enchant kids of all ages. No stone is left unturned when Garfield and Odie go on wild adventures digging for dinosaur fossils and exploring oceanic creatures.

Garfield has always been a favorite at this house. So I wasn't surprise to see that this DVD was a hit!!

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Slugs & Bugs Under Where? CD {2 Winners} Rafflecopter Giveaway. WW-1/26

2012-01-11T15:33:00.001-05:00

Slugs & Bugs is fun and silly music for parents and kids. Not only will kids enjoy it, but parents do too. Slugs & Bugs was created by Randall Goodgame who has written songs for Veggie Tales.

1. God Makes Messy Things Beautiful

2. Lightning Bug

3. I'm Adopted

4. Food

5. Mexican Rhapsody

6. The Wagon

7. I Wanna Help

8.Dizzy

9. Ninja

10. Where You Gonna Go

11. Tell it to Jesus

12. Under Where?

13. Pajama Drama

14. There's a Hole In My Sock

15. God Made You Special

16. Sweet Baby Boy

17. It's Sleepytime

About Slugs & Bugs CD
"Was made in community in more ways that I can count. The musicians are all old friends, or friends of friends. Andrew and I go way back now, and it's our kids singing in the choir. My church neighborhood group spent an evening helping me think through the lyrics of the song "Im Adopted", a bunch of moms and kids ministry workers weighed in on the title, and a cyber-community of hundreds of SLUGS & BUGS supporters all over the world came together to fun the whole thing. Even the graphic designer is one of my oldest Nashville friends. Every time I bring a S&B concert into a church, it is clear that I am stepping in to partner with the children's directors, pastors, and moms and dads that have dedicated their lives to raising up their kids for God's glory, and they inspire and influence SLUGS & BUGS as much as my community here at home."

WOW! Is my first impression. I really love the beats, words and overall this CD! It is so catchy and has wonderful meaning lyrics. This is an all around family listening CD. There is a variety of different songs, they go from silly {#5. Mexican Rhapsody} to serious {#15. God Made You Special} and everywhere in between. There are no complaints here. This was VERY enjoyable!!

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COW Cool Mist Humidifier by Crane -$45.99 {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/25

2012-01-11T00:30:00.005-05:00

Traditional Humidifiers

Hello Kitty Humidifier

Drop Shape Humidifier

Who doesn't want a healthier lifestyle? Especially when you have little ones in your house. You know the little ones are always picking up germs from school. The COW cool mist humidifier is a cute and healthier alternative to helping through the cold and flu season. Not only will this help your kids, but they will enjoy the look of it as well. Help your little ones get a good night sleep, breathe easy, and be healthy.

Adorable Animals Humidifiers

COW Cool Mist Humidifier

*Provides relief from cough, cold and flu symptoms.

*Recommended non-medicated alternative to over-the-counter children's cold and cough medicine.

*Provides moisture for nasal congestion, dry cough, sinus irritation, dry skin.

*Easier breathing for a good night's sleep.

*One Gallon water tank runs whisper quiet up to 11 hours.

*Auto-Off function activates when water tank is empty.

*Up to 2.1 Gallon moisture output per day.

*Removable water tank fits easily under most bathroom sinks.

*Low power consumption.

*Design copyright protected.

*Suitable room size: Approx. 250 sq.ft/ 23m2.

*FDA & patent registered.

Shipping Notes:

Continental US shipping only

* 1 lucky LLL with Leslie winner will receive a COW Cool Mist Humidifier by Crane! {$45.99}

Finally Home To Family

2012-01-10T23:15:00.000-05:00

For many service men and women the day they return home is the happiest day of their lives! We have all seen the happy reunions of families during the holidays, but what happens after the reunion is over? For many men and women it’s the beginning of a new struggle, the struggle to put their families back together again, and it’s not easy. Military divorces have increased 42% since 2001, and that number is sure to increase with the number of service men and women returning home from Afghanistan.

With the Finally Home To Family widget we all can help the men and women who have defended our country fight the war in their backyard!

What’s Your Romance Recipe Quiz! Did you ever wonder what your spouses secret ingredient for romance is? Now, you can find out with the Finally Home To Family Romance Recipe quiz! With just a click of your mouse answer a few questions and you’ll have your customized romance recipe!
Finally Home Dates! Is your relationship in a rut? With the exclusive Finally Home Dates PDF you can download great date ideas that will help add some spice into your romantic life! All within the click of a button!
Awesome Stories! Do you ever feel like you are the only one going through struggles in your relationship? Well, you are not alone! So many couples struggle with the same things you do and in this section they have shared their stories to help other couples in the same situation!

Rafflecopter Launch Party Giveaway: Win an iPad & a Kindle Fire

2012-01-10T14:16:00.001-05:00

Enter to win an iPad & a Kindle Fire...right here! Rafflecopter form in use. CLICK read more, to see the Rafflecopter form. Please use my Name Leslie Malone {live love laugh with leslie} as the name who referred you! If you win I win!!

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Upcoming 2012 release schedule from Walt Disney Pictures.

2012-01-08T19:11:00.000-05:00

January 13: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 3D, also in Disney Digital 3D

February 17: THE SECRET WORLD OF ARRIETTY

March 9: JOHN CARTER, also in Disney Digital 3D and IMAX 3D

April 20 (Earth Day): CHIMPANZEE (Disneynature)

May 4: MARVEL’S THE AVENGERS, also in 3D and IMAX 3D (Marvel Studios)

June 22: BRAVE, also in Disney Digital 3D (Disney/Pixar)

August 15: THE ODD LIFE OF TIMOTHY GREEN

September 14: FINDING NEMO 3D (Disney/Pixar)

October 5: FRANKENWEENIE, also in Disney Digital 3D

November 12: WRECK-IT RALPH, also in Disney Digital 3D (Walt Disney Animation Studios)

TANGLED EVER AFTER Clip!!

2012-01-08T13:15:00.000-05:00

A newly released clip from the all-new short TANGLED EVER AFTER playing in front of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 3D.

"Like" BEAUTY AND THE BEAST on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DisneyBeautyAndTheBeast.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST returns to theatres for the first time in 3D on January 13th!

Live Angelina Jolie Q and A and In The Land Of Blood And Honey L/E Poster {Raffecopter}Giveaway! US-1/22

2012-01-08T13:04:00.001-05:00

Please feel free to tell your friends to join in on this unique experience!!

In the Land of Blood and Honey has been nominated for a Golden Globe. In the film, Angelina Jolie tells the love story between a Bosnian Serb who is in charge of a prison camp and a Muslim artist who is taken prisoner during the Bosnian War in the early 1990’s.

* 1 lucky LLL with Leslie winner will receive a Blood and Honey Poster!!

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Shabby Apple~Baciami Dress {$88} Rafflecopter Giveaway!! US-1/20

2012-01-05T12:24:00.001-05:00

Give gondoliers something to swoon over in the sleek and flirty Baciami dress. Bedecked with a tailored bodice, boat neck and elbow-length sleeves, the empire waisted frock hugs close to the body for a figure conscious shape. The knee-length skirt has just a bit of flare which is accentuated by the variegated bands of the Sarah Hansen-designed fabric. For a coy combination, wear it with patent pumps and cherry-red lips. This dress is made from a lightweight, delicate fabric and FITS GENEROUSLY on their fit guide.

Dress made of Cotton Poplin, 97% Cotton and 3% Spandex.

Fit Notes:

Dress follows their Fits Generously Guide. Dress hits mid knee.

To care for this dress, machine wash cold and hang dry.

Gorgeous...right?!! I definitely think so!! This is the Baciami Dress from Shabby Apple. I had the pleasure to review this beautiful piece of work. I love the red and white combination. It reminded me of Christmas, so I wore it to church on Christmas day. What I really liked about this dress, the material was really comfortable! That is also a plus in my book. I have always been more of a fan of blouses and skirts due to dresses being uncomfortable. Well, not this one! Their dresses make you look so sophisticated. I am well pleased with my review experience.

Connect with Shabby Apple:
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Facebook
Twitter

* 1 lucky LLL with Leslie winner will receive a Baciami Dress from Shabby Apple. ($88)

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 8! LAST DAY

2012-01-02T17:28:00.000-05:00

Today is the LAST day of their huge sale!! Hurry and take advantage of this wonderful offer!!

Up to 80% OFF their Bijoux Blitz jewelry
From December 26, 2011 - January 2, 2012
See the gorgeous pieces on our shopping site (www.guyandeva.com/shop) starting December 26.

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 7!

2012-01-01T18:41:00.000-05:00

Up to 80% OFF their Bijoux Blitz jewelry
From December 26, 2011 - January 2, 2012
See the gorgeous pieces on our shopping site (www.guyandeva.com/shop) starting December 26.

Xbox 360 -National Geographic Challenge Game {Review}

2012-01-01T18:33:00.000-05:00

My family and I love National Geographics. That is one of our favorite TV channels. We love to learn, and Nat Geographic teaches you so much about the world. The game for Xbox 360 is no different. This game offers a fun and interactive way to learn. We love the trivia questions, puzzles and games. This game was a real fun learning experience I've ever had. I would recommend it for anyone. With this game, you don't have to worry about your kids just wasting their time with useless things, they actually learn as they play.

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Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 6!

2011-12-31T20:26:00.000-05:00

Up to 80% OFF their Bijoux Blitz jewelry
From December 26, 2011 - January 2, 2012
See the gorgeous pieces on our shopping site (www.guyandeva.com/shop) starting December 26.

Friday Giveaway Link Up Week #20- 12/30-1/5

2011-12-30T15:14:00.000-05:00

Please link up your direct link to your giveaway post. This linky is open to all blog giveaways. Please also include the date they end. This linky is live all the way till Thursday, January 5th, then a new one comes out every Friday. Thanks! Happy Blogging and Happy New Year to you all!!

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 5!

2011-12-30T15:00:00.000-05:00

Up to 80% OFF their Bijoux Blitz jewelry
From December 26, 2011 - January 2, 2012
See the gorgeous pieces on our shopping site (www.guyandeva.com/shop) starting December 26.

TravelProducts.com~$25 Gift Certicate {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/13

2011-12-29T23:37:00.003-05:00

If you are going on a trip, check out TravelProduct.com handy dandy travel toiletries.

Have a weekend trip and you need to pack more than your tote bag can fit? Never fear! The Giraffe Print Weekender Duffel Bag has got you covered with plenty of space for your toiletries, clothes, and shoes. The exterior of this duffel is of durable nylon, and in a fierce allover giraffe print. Extra thick dual woven handles make it easy to carry the bag on your shoulder, or attach the fully adjustable messenger strap to wear crossbody. Two exterior side pockets can easily store toiletries or small items, while the full-length back pocket can fit flip flops or other shoes. Look inside the duffel to find an interior lined in black nylon. This duffel folds flat for easy storage while you aren't traveling.

19" L x 9" W x 12" H

Giraffe Print Weekender Duffel Bag [$19.95]

I have a lot of stuff, so I need a big bag to carry it all. This Giraffe Print Weekender Duffel Bag from TravelProducts.com is big enough to give me room to carry all my stuff. What sold me about this bag is the beautiful giraffe print. It's a big bag for the value. I can not believe that is only costs $19.95! I use this bag to take to the gym. This bag has options. You can use it for many different things and and carry it two different ways. It comes with a adjustable messenger strap when it removeable. I personal love the strap! It is made of durable nylon that is stuff enough to lug your belongings around. If I go on vacation, I am definitely taking this bag with me. There is no point lugging around a big, ugly suitcase. When I travel, I am going to travel in style. With a big zip pocket on the outside and inside, it offers a lot of personal storage that is easy to access.

Connect with TravelProducts

*1 Lucky winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to TravelProducts.com!!!

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 4!

2011-12-29T13:31:00.000-05:00

Up to 80% OFF their Bijoux Blitz jewelry
From December 26, 2011 - January 2, 2012
See the gorgeous pieces on our shopping site (www.guyandeva.com/shop) starting December 26.

Violight duet Toothbrush Sanitizer~Perfect for Two! {Rafflecopter Giveaway}US-1/12

2011-12-29T13:20:00.001-05:00

The Violight Duet uses germicidal ultraviolet light to kill 99.9% of germs on your toothbrush in just minutes.It comes in white and blue, great for any decor, whether in your master bath or on the counter next to the kids' sink.They work with your favorite manual brush or electric head.Simply insert your toothbrush, press the button, and the Duet goes to work, turning off automatically.Your toothbrush is germ free and safely stored inside, ready for the next time you brush.

Life time bulb. Operates on 3 AAA batteries (not included)

Why sanitize every day?

Studies show that moist environments, such as your bathroom are a haven for bacteria.

With the duet toothbrush sanitizer, you can store your toothbrushes and eliminate germs at the same time! Germicidal UV light automatically eliminates up to 99% of bacteria in just minutes. Just insert your toothbrushes, press the button, the duet does all the work for you!!

The solution is easy--just brush, rinse and sanitize!!

Features:
*Uses germicidal UV light technology
*Kills germs by destroying the DNA in bacteria.
*Works with manual brushes, kids brushes and electric heads.
*Stores and sanitizes at the same time.
*Eliminates E.coli, salmonella, strep, pseudomonas, H1N1, and other harmful microorganisms.

Prevents:
*Cross-contamination from one brush to another.

Have you ever really stopped and thought about all the germs that are on your toothbrush? I know...disgusting! I never though how disgusting my brush got. It is filled with germs and this takes care of the problem. Well I am so glad to have the chance to review the Violight duet. Now my husband and I have a cleaner, more sanitized toothbrush. I like that it holds two regular brushes, kids brushes and battery operated toothbrushes. This system is so easy to do. First, you use your toothbrush, pat it dry, place it in the Violight duet, hit the button and it is done on its on in 6 minutes! The button lights up blue to let you know it is in use and it goes off automatically when its down, after 6 minutes. It uses 3 AAA {which are not included}. I am lovin' my new Violight duet toothbrush sanitizer!! Thanks, Violight!!

(1) Lucky Winner will receive a Violight duet toothbrush sanitizer!! {$29.95 RV}

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 3!

2011-12-28T12:28:00.000-05:00

Up to 80% OFF their Bijoux Blitz jewelry
From December 26, 2011 - January 2, 2012
See the gorgeous pieces on our shopping site (www.guyandeva.com/shop) starting December 26.

Xbox 360 -Fu High Impact Kinect Game {Review}

2011-12-27T21:51:00.000-05:00

Kung-Fu High Impact is a full-body motion fighting game that uses Kinect to feature the players' image in the game, allowing them to fight enemies with actual kicks, punches and objects. With a wide range of game modes to discover, a memorable story in the spirit of classic Kung-Fu films, compelling survival challenges, and a wild multiplayer mode, Kung-Fu High Impact delivers pure fun as well as a challenging gaming experience to test players' fighting skills like never before.

Kung-Fu High Impact is avaliable now on Kinect for Xbox 360. for the suggested retail price of $39.99. Developed by Virtual Air Guitar Company, the game is rated T for Teen by the ESRB. For more information about the game visit www.kungfuhighimpact.com

My husband is really into martial arts. He loves Kung-Fu moves and all that type of stuff. This game is right up his alley. He is like a kid in a candy shop. It was so much fun watching him play this game. I told him to be careful to NOT kick a hole in our t.v. We got such a BIG laugh when the game tells you to pose, then takes your picture, and puts you into a comic book. My husband has tons of fun fighting of hordes of bad guys with Kung-Fu High Impact.

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Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 2!

2011-12-27T20:23:00.000-05:00

Up to 80% OFF their Bijoux Blitz jewelry
From December 26, 2011 - January 2, 2012
See the gorgeous pieces on our shopping site (www.guyandeva.com/shop) starting December 26.

Calling any Bloggers with a Google Page Rank 2+

2011-12-26T18:04:00.001-05:00

Any bloggers out there who are a google page rank 2+, who are interested in getting paid for posting, please email me {livelovelaughwithleslieblog at gmail dot com} with "paid posting blogger opp.} in the subject line.

*Update... I was informed they can not be blogspot sites. Must be dot com, etc.

New Year’s Eve Guide to a Well-Stocked Bar

2011-12-26T17:48:00.000-05:00

If you are planning to host a New Year’s Eve party, you need to make sure you have the right booze, the right mixers, great glasses and the proper garnishes to complete your New Year’s Eve bar.

Remember, start the New Year’s Eve party later in the evening. Starting the party too early may encourage overindulgence and your guests may consume your libations too early in the evening. Start the festivities around 10 pm to make sure that your refreshments, as well as your guests, last until well after midnight.

Be sure to have some food to offer your guests, but have the party late enough in the evening so that your guests have eaten their dinner before coming to your affair. Crunchy snacks like chips with dips are always a hit, and platters offering cured meats and cheeses will provide nourishment without breaking the bank.

The Well-Stocked New Year’s Eve Bar

A self-serve bar is a great way to allow guests to serve themselves and let everyone enjoy the party. No one person is stuck tending bar and everyone gets to have fun. Ask your guests to bring a bottle of wine, some beer or their favorite drink as the price of admission to your party. This will keep liquor costs down and ensure that everyone has something to drink that they enjoy. However, don’t forget to have a few bottles of champagne chilling for the midnight toast. You, as the host, will be expected to provide the bubbly.

If you purchase liquor, your best bet is to buy vodka, gin, bourbon and rum. Many mixed drinks can be made with just these four liquors. If any martini drinkers will be in attendance, buy a small bottle of vermouth as well. For any Old Fashioned fans, make sure you also grab a bottle of bitters.

Stock the bar with bar napkins, plenty of ice and pretty highball, cocktail and wine glasses. Bottles of liquor and red wines may stay at room temperature, so there is no need to refrigerate or chill these items. However, make sure white and sparkling wines, as well as beer, is stocked in some form of tub with ice, in a cooler or in a refrigerator. For drink garnishes, slice some lemons, limes and oranges, and maybe have some maraschino cherries on hand. Olives stuffed with pimento are also a good idea for those who prefer martinis. For mixing cocktails, a shaker glass with a long-handled spoon is needed. Also it’s good to have a four-prong strainer on hand for chilled “up” cocktails. Do not forget to have a couple of bottle openers handy for beer bottles, and make sure you have a corkscrew or wine bottle opener for the wine. Include a couple of shot glasses for your guests to measure the liquor and provide clean ice in a tub separate from the beer and wine chilling tubs for guests to use in cocktails.

You will also want to make sure you have non-diet, as well as diet sodas available for mixers. Orange juice, grapefruit juice, cranberry juice, margarita mix, and sweet and sour bar mix round out a fully stocked bar. Finish off by purchasing some cocktail straws and maybe some fancy little umbrellas.

Christy Levine currently writes for edrugstore.md site, an online facilitator for Viagra, Cialis and Levitra online. Christy uses her research skills and extensive professional contacts to compile an informative Expert Podcast Interviews Section

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale!

2011-12-26T10:48:00.000-05:00

Up to 80% OFF our Bijoux Blitz jewelry
From December 26, 2011 - January 2, 2012
See the gorgeous pieces on our shopping site (www.guyandeva.com/shop) starting December 26.

Lately...

2011-12-22T11:19:00.000-05:00

Hey Everyone!
I am sorry I haven't been posting as regular as usual. I have been in and out of the doctor's office and trying to cope with new health issues. I have also been trying to get ready for Christmas. So, my posting won't be as regular here in the next couple of days. I promise I will get back in the swing of things. I have several reviews and giveaways to post. Good ones at that!! So please stick around. Also if you haven't checked out or entered my current giveaways, please feel free to do so. I hope you all have a safe and Merry Christmas!!

Gumballs.com~Junior Carousel Gumball Machine Gift Set {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/3

2011-12-20T12:57:00.002-05:00

This Gift Set includes a Carousel Junior Gumball Machine and 4 Lbs. of fresh and delicious assorted Carousel Gumballs (enough to fill the machine twice). Kids of all ages will fondly remember their first gumball machine, and now they can enjoy it with gumballs as soon as they open the box. It's the gift that keeps giving!

The original Junior Carousel Gumball Machine with 4lb of Gum is a smaller version of the classic gumball machine that set the standard for bubble gum machines when they were first introduced in the 1920's - almost 90 years ago. This brand new replica antique gumball machine is guaranteed authentic made by Carousel/Ford Gum Machine. Don't settle for cheap imitations!

At 11.5 tall, this old fashioned gumball machine is perfect for home, office or dorm room use. It's also a great gumball machine for kids because it works as a gumball machine bank that helps teach how to save money. Kids of all ages love to put a coin in and guess which color they'll get! This gift set includes 4 lbs of Carousel Gumballs, enough to fill the machine twice!

Junior Carousel Gumball Machine Features:

� Real glass gumball machine globe

� Cast metal gumball machine base, lid, and coin mechanism

� Accepts any coins (quarters, dimes, nickels, pennies)

� Includes instructions for "free spin to work without coins

� Works as a gumball bank - retrieve coins when full

� Anti-spill gumball chute door cover

� Machine comes fully assembled in a gift box

� Dispenses small gumballs (.62" or smaller), candy, or nuts

� Gumball capacity: 2 lbs. of .62" gumballs (4lbs of gumballs included)

� Dimensions: 12"H x 8"W

� Weight: 5 lbs.

� Color: Classic red finish

� 30-day money back guarantee

Flat Rate Shipping: $9 anywhere in the continental US.

Click here for Christmas Shipping Information.

Availability: Plenty in stock! Your order will ship the same day if its placed before 12:00pm Mountain Time Mon-Fri. Otherwise your order will ship on the next business day.

Great gift idea! This is a great gumball machine for kids - it works as a bank that rewards them with a gumball every time they put a coin into their savings. This set includes everything that they need to get started.

This Junior Carousel Gumball Machine has been a BIG hit at my house. All my guest make sure they get their bubble gum before they leave. My nephews absolutely get super excited and look forward to coming to my house,to get a penny to get their gum.

What I love about this gumball machine is, that it brings some many wonderful memories back. I remember when I was a kid, I loved going to my grandpa's house because he had a big gumball machine on a stand. Every time we visited him, he would provide us with a penny so we could get a piece of gum. Since it is close to the holidays, this memory is close to my heart. My grandpa died when I was in High School. It's the little things that create beautiful memories, and I am so glad I had the pleasure to relive one with this Junior Carousel Gumball Machine!! Thanks Gumball.com!

(1) Lucky Winner will receive a Junior Carousel Gumball Machine Gift Set! {$49.98}

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CSN Stores is the NEW Wayfair ~Review

2011-12-20T11:32:00.003-05:00

JoJo Designs Turquoise and Chocolate Bella Shower Curtain

($39.99)

Features:

Shower curtain
Turquoise and Chocolate Bella collection
Material: 100% Cotton
Easy way to create a bathroom make over
Add a touch of style and a splash of color to bathroom
Shower hooks and liners not included
Made exclusively to coordinate with the matching bedding sets
Machine washable

Pfaltzgraff Winterberry 11" Square Divided Server with Rack

($27.99)

As fall turns to winter, bright holly berries make their appearance, and are the most traditional of Holiday evergreens. Winterberry is the holiday classic that brings this timeless motif to life in elegantly sculpted dinnerware & serveware, beautiful glassware and joyous giftware.

Features:

One server 11" square with a metal rack 11" high
Made of chip-resistant stoneware
Microwave, dishwasher and oven safe
Many accessories and serving pieces available

I was super happy to received an email from Wayfair. I was glad to hear that CSN Stores is still around, but under the NEW name "Wayfair". Same great, huge online store. I have always liked taking my time and looking through their huge selection of different items.

I made my review items selection which included the JoJo Designs Turquoise and Chocolate Bella Shower Curtain and the Pfaltzgraff Winterberry 11" Square Divided Server with Rack. They arrived separately. I received the shower curtain first. I was so tickled and very excited. The blue and brown combination and the beauty design just melted me! I immediately put it up. It took my plain white bathroom and brightened it up with a splash of color. The fabric is of excellent quality.

A couple days later I received my Pfaltzgraff Winterberry 11" Square Divided Server with Rack. It was beautiful that is was breathless. The only thing that was negative with this was , I noticed a chip in the bottom coat of paint and covered with the clear coat. I'm glad it was on the small side though. This tray has become a hit. I have been using it for Christmas parties and events. I personally like to use it to put two different kind of cheese balls in it and the crackers in the bigger section.

If you have never heard or visited Wayfair, you SHOULD, there are some many different things you are bound to fall in LOVE with something!!

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DreamWorks Pictures' WAR HORSE

2011-12-17T10:12:00.000-05:00

I always enjoy movie premier, and I enjoy them even more when the movie is this good. It is always hard to write a review on movies, because I want to tell you all of the great parts. But of course, I don't want to be a spoiler. So without giving you details of the movie, I will say this. This is definitely one of the best movies I have seen this year. I can honestly say that I think this movie will be talked about for a long time.

The best way for me to explain this movie is incredible. It is dramatic, action packed, emotional, funny, and wholesome. This is a very feel good movie that keeps your attention at all times. There is never a dull moment. I would recommend this movie to anyone over the age of 13.

“Like” WAR HORSE on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/warhorsemovie

WAR HORSE rides into theaters on Christmas Day, December 25th!

David's Cookies {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/1

2011-12-16T16:11:00.001-05:00

This tray of Chocolate Chip Brownies is a pleasant addition to any dessert table! Semi-sweet chocolate chips are swirled into our classic dark chocolate brownie batter for a brownie unlike any other!

26 oz. Tray of Chocolate Chip Brownies
Serves 8

Chocolate Chip Brownie Dessert Tray $19.95

Just in time for the holiday season. David's Cookies has you covered. They have a wide arrangement of different goodies if you have a sweet tooth. You can find things like: cookies, cookie dough, brownies, crumbcakes, gift baskets, diabetic desserts, cheesecakes, chocolate covered strawberries, chocolate truffle cakes, cookie cakes, rugelach, tarts, birthday & layered cakes and SO much more! David's Cookies can definitely help you through the holidays, especially if you are not so good with baking.

Well let me tell you about my experience. I received David's Cookies-Chocolate Chip Brownie Dessert Tray. I came in a very nice box. And inside the box, the brownie came in a square, throw away pan. The brownie is a very good portion and plenty enough to share. If you like chocolate, this brownie has your name on it. It is very chocolatey inside. I like warm brownies, personally. So I warmed up it up before serving it to my family. There were some mixed reviews. Some liked it and some didn't. The only reason some didn't like it was because they aren't fond of a rich chocolate taste. Overall, it was good because there is none left!!

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(1) Lucky Winner will receive a $20 gift code to David's Cookies!!

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Friday Giveaway Link Up Week #19- 12/16-12/22

2011-12-16T15:53:00.000-05:00

Please link up your current giveaway everyday until 12/22, then a new linky will be up. Please also include the end date to your giveaways. I love comments, so feel free to say hey or anything nice. Thank you!!

Free Smart Balance products for a year {contest}

2011-12-16T10:22:00.000-05:00

I just wanted to pass along information on an exciting holiday cookie contest at www.smartbalance.com, where you could with free Smart Balance products for an entire year!

It's easy – lighten up your favorite holiday cookie recipe with Smart Balance® product (check out our substitution guidelines – 1-1 ratio!), then submit the recipe and a corresponding photo to be entered in a random drawing. The more times you enter, the more chances you have to win!

Your will also be able to view an assortment of classic holiday cookie recipes with a heart-healthier twist. Explore our cookie recipes, find inspiration and learn substitution tips to make your favorite recipes heart-healthier too!

To learn more, view delicious cookie recipes and enter for your chance to win visit: www.smartbalance.com/cookie-recipes

More Prius, More Giving: Toyota to Donate Up to $100k to Toys for Tots, YOUR Help is Needed to Reach Goal by 12/23

2011-12-16T10:14:00.000-05:00

To celebrate the season of giving, Toyota USA is partnering Prius v – the newest member of the Prius family—with Toys for Tots to deliver more presents to children in need this holiday season. The “More Prius. More Giving.” online toy drive challenges everyone – that includes you and Live, Love, Laugh With Leslie readers – to virtually fill as many Toyota Prius v vehicles with as many toys as possible until Friday, December 23. And with participation as easy as a simple click and share on the Toyota Prius Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/prius), the brand hopes to reach our goal to donate $100,000 worth of new toys to Toys for Tots!

First: Donate A Toy With A Click.
Visit the “More Prius. More Giving.” tab on the Prius Facebook page (www.facebook.com/prius) and click to select one of five toys to donate on behalf of Toyota (completely free on your end!). The toy will then be virtually loaded into the Prius v and added to the total donation count. That’s it!

Second: Help Spread the Word.
1 - Blog Using Widget: Share with Live, Love, Laugh With Leslie readers using a widget so your readers can participate and donate toys at no cost all within your blog post. The widget embed codes can be found @ http://bit.ly/priusvtoys by clicking on ‘widget.’
2 - Tweet: Use the tweet below to easily share with your followers.
Help fill a Toyota Prius v with toys for kids in need. For every click, Prius v will donate to Toys for Tots #moreprius http://bit.ly/priusvtoys

3 - Share on Facebook: To share the “More Prius. More Giving.” link with your Facebook friends, click here.

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Thank you!!

Minivans for the Family in 2012

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Minivans are great for transporting family members to various activities and events. There is plenty of sitting room and the vehicles come equipped with navigation features and lots of cargo space. The vehicles
are built with the family in mind and many have standard safety features such as air bags for both driver and passengers. Minivans can often be bought with entertainment units such as DVD players to keep kids
entertained on long trips. Since the minivans are so roomy, it is possible to chauffeur children, pets and groceries without a problem. Some people are in the market for used ford minivans and these
vehicles certainly have their merits.

There are new models of minivan on the market that are packed with even more family-friendly features. The 2012 Toyota Sienna has gotten very high ratings amongst owners. It has all the features that families love
and the gas mileage is 19 in the city and 24 on the highway. This vehicle is one of the higher priced minivans averaging from $24,000 to $39,000. The price depends on the features that the purchaser decides to
add to the basic model.

The 2012 Honda Odyssey is another vehicle that has gotten high marks from drivers. This vehicle is rated in second place for customer satisfaction behind the 2012 Toyota Sienna. The ride is smooth and the
seats are comfortable. Safety is uppermost in mind and there are several air bags for driver and passengers. This minivan gets a mileage of 18 in the city and 27 on the highway. Starting price is at $25,000 and goes up
to $42,000 when extra features are added.

Lower down in the price range but still earning high customer satisfaction is the 2012 Mazda Mazda5. It is on the smaller side for a minivan but it delivers big on performance. Because it is smaller it also gets a better gas mileage than most minivans. Mileage is 21 in the city and 28 on the highway. This is one of the most affordable minivans starting at $18,000 and going up to $23,000.

The 2012 Kia Sedona is a value for money vehicle but could be perceived as out of date in light of the competition. Still, this vehicle gets a high rating and has proven itself to customers. It gets especially high
ratings for safety and this puts it among the top of the list. Mileage in the city is 18 and 25 on the highway. This is a good functional vehicle that may not look as glitzy as the rest but the safety features are a big seller. The price range is from $25,000 to $29,000.

The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has all the features that families look for and it is priced at the lower end of the minivan range. The price starts at $21,000 and goes up to $30,000. Gas mileage for this vehicle is 17 in
the city and 25 on the highway. There are, of course, many minivans to choose from and families have different preferences, but the vehicles listed above have proven themselves among consumers.

Tips for Adults Thinking of Going Back to School

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Tips for Adults Thinking of Going Back to School

The New Year is often a time for some self-reflection and big decisions. Some adults will join the more than three million other non-traditional students who have decided to go back to school to improve their lives. While the rewards can be great after graduation, there is no doubt the time in school will be disruptive to the family dynamic. Adults considering going back to school should think about all the changes that will take place and how they will deal with them.

What to consider when going back to school

Some planning before heading to school will help make the transition go more smoothly.

*Team effort – With a parent heading back to school, any older children may need to take over some of the household duties. Make sure they understand what will be expected of them and spell out what rewards could be available if they work hard. It may also be necessary to create a support network from other family and friends in case of emergencies. Having these phone numbers readily available will save time later if they are needed.

*Set goals – When times get tough, having a specific set of realistic goals written out will serve as a reminder as to why the trouble is worth it. Not everything will go perfectly but as long as the goals are in mind continuing to work toward them will be the most important thing.

*Find financial aid – Tuition prices are nearing double digit increases each year so many adults going back to school likely will need some help paying for it. While student loans are one option, a better tool is to try to obtain a grant because that is funding that doesn’t need to be repaid. Federal and state programs offer grants for those that show financial need, while some employers offer grants to workers seeking to improve their skills. Other financial aid is available for minorities, such as African American student grants.

*Become technology literate – Most tasks in college now are done electronically. Be sure to have a working knowledge of at least the very basics of computing, including e-mail, word processing and researching information on the Internet. If the children are old enough, have them give a crash course on what they have been using computers for in school. Realize many of today’s computer functions are very user friendly so there is no need to be hesitant about learning. They will actually make studying easier.

*Study time – It may be a struggle, especially at the beginning, to find time to study. There likely will be no perfect time and it will depend on each individual’s schedule. Realize study time will have to occur whenever the opportunity presents itself.

Going back to school as an adult is a big decision and one that will impact the family in a variety of ways. The pride everyone will feel at graduation will make it all worthwhile and the changes may even draw the family closer together.

Guest author Christina Lloyd thinks it’s a huge decision to return to school as an adult, but getting a college degree is an achievable goal with proper planning and time management. She writes for a website that provides useful information about different types of grants for adult students and how to apply for them.

Candle Warmers {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US & CANADA-12/28

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History

Founded in 2001, the idea was conceived that a different method should be used for releasing fragrance from a candle and Candle Warmers, Etc. was born. Today Candle Warmers Etc. is the market leader and innovator in the candle warmer category. Recently ranked by Inc. 500 as the 57^th fastest growing consumer product’s company in the United States (2007) and the 11th fastest growing company in Utah by Mountain West Capital Network (2007), Candle Warmers, Etc. develops, manufactures, and distributes patented candle warming appliances and other related giftware appliances and accessories to accent and fragrance the home. Candle Warmers Etc. also domestically manufactures and distributes candles under the “Jamie Clair” brand of hand-poured, scented candles bringing both wicked and wickless candle options to discerning customers.

Candle Warmers, Etc. commitment to enhancing the home with affordable and safe candle warmer appliances and accessories has contributed to its success with several varied product lines. Among the Candle Warmers, Etc. product categories are: traditional plate candle warmers, candle warmer lamps and lanterns, the Jamie Clair line of wicked/wickless candles, candle warmer lamp accessories.

Fall Leaf Fragrance warmer

The Illumination Fragrance Warmer is designed to warm scented oils and wax creating the glow and ambiance of a burning candle while releasing the fragrance. Each style brings a relaxing mood to the room and elegance to any home décor.

Wax Melts

Hand poured in the USA with our Jamie Clair line of candles these highly scented Jamie Clair Wax Melts are easy to use and bring fresh and inviting scents into your home. These melts can be re-melted time and time again until the fragrance is gone.

Round Tuscan Brown Plug-in

These decorative Plug-In fragrance warmers are designed to warm scented oils and wax creating the glow and ambiance of a burning candle while releasing the fragrance into the home. Ideal for small rooms and small spaces, each style brings a relaxing mood to any room.

I was very anxious to review from Candle Warmers. My new obsession is melting smelly good wax and out with the burning candle as much. I like how melting wax is so much safer and still brings a great smell to any room.

For this review I was sent the Fall Leaf Fragrance Warmer, Round Tuscan Brown Plug-in, Cake Bake
Christmas Day, Hot Maple Toddy and Peppermint scented wax melts. I have had a blast trying all these wonderful scents in both my warmer and plug-in. I like all the scents but I have to say the Hot Maple Toddy is a great strong and great smelling scent.

When the smell starts to go away, simply pop out the wax, throw it away and add a two more fresh pieces of wax melts. I love the beautiful designs on my warmer & plug-in. If you have never tried any wax melts before and are still using candles, I would recommend you trying these awesome wax melts and warmer. I like to use these instead of candles because I have animals, nephews , nieces that I worry that will get burnt with candles. No more worries. I put this on , no worries and I soak up the fantastic aroma that fills my house. Thanks Candle Warmers for this remarkable review experience!!!

(1) Lucky Winner will receive a Fall Leaf Warmer and a set of Pumpkin Spice Wax Melts!!

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SwaddleDesigns Promo Code offer for LLL with Leslie's fans!!

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Promo Code MERRY11 will give you 20% OFF at www.SwaddleDesigns.com on all regularly price items. Additionally, they offer FREE SHIPPING on orders $75+ in continental USA. Hurry! The discount code MERRY11 ends this Wednesday! [12/14]

BabyLegs~ 12 Day of Giveaways

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The Holidays are here and with Christmas fast approaching, BabyLegs wanted to do something fun for their Facebook Fans! They’re doing BabyLegs 12 Days of Giveaways! Every day through 12/23/11, they’re giving away a $100 BabyLegs Gift Basket to one lucky Facebook Fan and at the end of the giveaway, one winner gets a Grand Prize $500 Gift Basket!

Details:

How to enter: Like BabyLegs on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/babylegs

Fill out the entry form (must be a Fan to see it): http://www.facebook.com/babylegs?sk=app_184766258232400

One winner will be chosen every day. The winner will be contacted via email and, as soon as they respond, they will post their name on Facebook!

Fans only need to enter once to be eligible for ALL 13 Giveaways!

Chick-Fil-A Cow Watch and Cow Plush Prize Pack {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-12/30

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The prize pack will consist of:

Five Cow Watches!
Two Chick-fil-A Plush Cows!

10 Family Holiday Activities and take The Holiday Quiz! The Widget has great tips for a fun holiday along with a great holiday quiz! Fun for the whole family!

Note: Cow Watches are available in Chick-fil-A Kid’s Meals! Check with your local Chick-fil-A restaurant for availability: http://www.chick-fil-a.com/Locations

Limited quantities available while supplies last.

Mia Bella~Apple Pie Scented Jar Candle {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-12/27

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Hot Apple Pie, smells like you have been baking all day!

Mia Bella Candles are virtually soot- free, triple scented, 100 % cotton wicks no lead, which causes the soot on the jar, your windows, walls, curtains & worst of all your breathing in the black soot. The candles are all natural, made from Palm & vegetable wax..They are slow burning & last quite a long time, depending on the room conditions, like, open windows, a fan blowing nearby, will make them burn faster. Also most importantly when you get your candle trim the wick a wee bit, you will get better performance from your candle because that is where the scent comes from, & keep it trimmed periodically.

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy!! I think I am on cloud 9! This baked apple pie scent is to die for...seriously!! I lit this bad boy, and my house is filled with the delicious smell of warm baked apple pie! I gained 10 pounds just from the smell! (lol) It smells like you have been baking all day. I'll take that credit! It is a great scent for the holiday too.

I was very please with the deep scent and how well it filled an area with the aroma. I received a 16 oz jar and it has lasted me a while. After you burn it and want to light it again later, make sure you trim your floppy wicks. It burns better if you do. I also love the way a candle looks lit in the dark.

(1) Lucky Winner will receive a 16oz Mia Bella- Apple Pie scented Jar Candle!!

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Live, Love, Laugh With Leslie

Friday Giveaway Link Up Week #23- 1/27

Vitalicious 50-Calorie Fudgy Chocolate Mini VitaCakes {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/15

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$5 Little Caesars HOT-N-READY Pizza {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/13

Bacon Elements - Bacon T-shirt {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US- 2/12

Guinness World Records 2012-Gamer's Edition {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/11

Enter the Vitalicious Sweepstakes for Your Chance to Win a New Treadmill!

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Diamond Candles-A Ring In Every Candle {Review & Giveaway}

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Stayfit Deluxe Salad Kit {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/10

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Thomas Kinkade Presents: A Mile In His Shoes DVD {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-2/9

Laura Warshauer- The Pink Chariot Mixtape CD *10 Winners* {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/31

January at Hard Rock Tampa + Giveaway! *2 winners* US-1/31

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A Turtle’s Tale: Sammy’s Adventures DVD {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/28

All-New Super WHY Episodes on PBS KIDS

Whole Grain First Ingredient

The Garfield Show:Dinosaurs & Other Animal Adventures DVD {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/27

Slugs & Bugs Under Where? CD {2 Winners} Rafflecopter Giveaway. WW-1/26

COW Cool Mist Humidifier by Crane -$45.99 {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/25

Finally Home To Family

Rafflecopter Launch Party Giveaway: Win an iPad & a Kindle Fire

Upcoming 2012 release schedule from Walt Disney Pictures.

TANGLED EVER AFTER Clip!!

Live Angelina Jolie Q and A and In The Land Of Blood And Honey L/E Poster {Raffecopter}Giveaway! US-1/22

Shabby Apple~Baciami Dress {$88} Rafflecopter Giveaway!! US-1/20

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 8! *LAST DAY*

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 7!

Xbox 360 -National Geographic Challenge Game {Review}

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 6!

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Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 5!

TravelProducts.com~$25 Gift Certicate {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/13

Giraffe Print Weekender Duffel Bag [$19.95]

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 4!

Violight duet Toothbrush Sanitizer~Perfect for Two! {Rafflecopter Giveaway}US-1/12

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 3!

Xbox 360 -Fu High Impact Kinect Game {Review}

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 2!

Calling any Bloggers with a Google Page Rank 2+

New Year’s Eve Guide to a Well-Stocked Bar

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale!

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CSN Stores is the NEW Wayfair ~Review

DreamWorks Pictures' WAR HORSE

David's Cookies {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/1

Friday Giveaway Link Up Week #19- 12/16-12/22

Free Smart Balance products for a year {contest}

More Prius, More Giving: Toyota to Donate Up to $100k to Toys for Tots, YOUR Help is Needed to Reach Goal by 12/23

Minivans for the Family in 2012

Tips for Adults Thinking of Going Back to School

Candle Warmers {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US & CANADA-12/28

History

SwaddleDesigns Promo Code offer for LLL with Leslie's fans!!

BabyLegs~ 12 Day of Giveaways

Chick-Fil-A Cow Watch and Cow Plush Prize Pack {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-12/30

Mia Bella~Apple Pie Scented Jar Candle {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-12/27

Laura Warshauer- The Pink Chariot Mixtape CD 10 Winners {Rafflecopter Giveaway} US-1/31

January at Hard Rock Tampa + Giveaway! 2 winners US-1/31

Guy and Eva Bijoux Blitz Sale~ Day 8! LAST DAY