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Best Christmas Gifts {Grand Giveaway} One Family $800 in Christmas Gifts! {CLOSED}

bcgageimage Can you believe it? Christmas is almost here! We have teamed up with these awesome sponsors to give you a BIG GRAND GIVEAWAY! Yes, you read that right. It’s GRAND! So Grand that I am excited just thinking about it!!!

One Family will win it all under their Christmas tree this year!

Christmas Presents for the entire family…..over $800 in value!

Well let’s get started then. Here is what One Lucky Family will win:

{Something under the tree for Baby}

A Busy Ball Popper from Playskool

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& Wubbzy’s Christmas Adventure DVD

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{Something under the tree for Sister}

A Klutz Fancy Friendship Bracelets Bookfancyfriendshipbracelets

{Something under the tree for Brother}

Winter’s Tail ~ Nintendo DS Game

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{Something for Kiddos to share}

A Skitter Car from Skitter Toysskittercar

{Something under the tree for Mom}

A Hana Professional Flat Iron from Misikko

& A Crazy Love Michael Buble CD

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& More Beautiful You ~ Jonny Diaz CD

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{Something under the tree for Dad}

A SodaStream Fountain Jet Starter Kit

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{Items under the tree for the entire

Family to enjoy and share together}

The Nutcracker and the Mouse King Book from Scholastic

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& The Christmas Magic Book from Scholastic

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& A Contour Options Tandem Stroller from Kolcraft

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Want to enter to win this

GRAND GIVEAWAY? Here’s how:

1st Entry (Mandatory) – You must be a public follower by Google Friends Connect in order to enter this giveaway…..then Tell us your favorite Holiday Tradition in your home with your first entry.

Additional Entries: You must submit the entry form for each qualifying entry.

1 Entry per day-Follow AGE on Twitter and tweet the following: @agiveawaydaily #WIN the Best Christmas Gifts “GRAND GIVEAWAY” #Giveaway valued at over $800! http://tinyurl.com/yh3hb5m
2 Entries-Follow AGE on Facebook and post about this giveaway on your wall with link.
10 Entries-Vote for our friend “The Bragging Mommy” in the Divine Caroline awards. (You must leave what vote # you were with your entries.)
1 Entry-Head on over to The Bragging Mommy and become a follower by google friends connect or enter one of her current giveaways.
3 Entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.
3 Entries each-Follow AGE by reader, subscribe to our daily emails.
5 Entries-If you voted for me in the IPod Giveaway prior to this giveaway. You know who you are. (Thanks for your votes!)
1 Entry for each post you leave a comment on. Please start on this one. (Maximum of 5 entries!)
3 Entries-Grab our AGE Blinkie button and post it on your blog or website and leave us the link.

REFRESH ENTRY FORM BY CLICKING HERE

You have until Monday December 7th @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the grand giveaway. This giveaway is open to USA only. One Winner will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winner will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. Please note we do not accept emails with entries. You must check the winner’s board on December 7th to see if you are the winner. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. We reserve the right to delete entries that do not qualify as stated above. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. We may have been provided product(s) for review from the sponsor. Thanks to all the listed sponsors above for providing the fabulous products above for this Grand Giveaway!


Scrappy Gifts Giveaway {CLOSED}

ScrappyGiftsforSaleNEWcopyNeed creative, crafty gifts for family, friends, or for yourself? Don’t have the time to make a crafty gift or to scrapbook your own memories? Let Maryanne Nelson at Scrappy Gifts help you out! Maryanne specializes in making scrapbooks: everyday scrapbooks, calendar, baby and wedding scrapbooks, event guest books, scrapbook layouts, and creative gifts: scrappy canvas, clocks, and boxes. She is so creative and all of her Scrappy Gifts are handmade and oh-so fabulous!

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I always thought that when I had children I would be oh-so-crafty and create them the most gorgeous scrapbooks full of fun stickers & paper, gorgeous photos, lots of sparkles and ribbons….weeelllll, unfortunately, that didn’t happen. I never found the time for it and any time I did try and fit it in, I was left in the middle of a project having to pick everything up which led to much frustration! So, the bins of scrapbook supplies are still sitting gathering dust. I wish I would have known about Maryanne and Scrappy Gifts two years ago before my daughter was born. Instead of investing all that money in scrapbook supplies never to be used, I would have just bought one of her scrappy gifts baby books and Wah-lah! Super scrap booking mommy is born!

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Maryanne sent me my very own Customized 28 Page Baby Calendar & Scrapbook for my new little boy! I am absolutely loving it! The book is full of crafty premade pages are put together with fun papers and stickers. She has created each month with different paper patterns, so each month is unique but they are all coordinated! It is very similar to a baby book with monthly calendars to fill in all those amazing milestones, a section to write notes about what is happening that specific month in your babies development, and of course space for a picture or two! I can also add my own special stickers and embellishments if I feel like it, so not all those scrap book materials will totally go to waste! When I sit down to write in this scrapbook I don’t feel the frustration I felt when I was trying to create my own. It is ready to use, no glue sticks, double stick tape, paper scraps all over. Just me, a pen, a picture or two and memories! You will most definitely not find anything this unique in a store and I love that it is handmade! I am so glad I have this book to record Hollis’ first year, it is a treasure! This would be the most excellent gift for an expecting mommy!

Maryann offers many other scrap book designs for several different occasions, as well as fun scrappy gifts! She offers already made, ready to ship items as well as items that are made to order, customized to your unique needs!

I think this Paradise Scrappy Box is such a fun idea! You open it up and have so many different pages to write on or place pictures to record your memories! paradisescrappyboxparadisescrappybox2

scrappycanvaspic I adore these Scrappy Canvases! All you have to do is add a picture and you have a cute canvas for your wall or a nursery! So adorable!

Check out all these fun scrappy gifts!

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A Giveaway Everyday recommends Scrappy Gifts as a “Best Christmas Gift” this holiday season!


Today, My Scrappy Gifts will be giving away Customized 28 Page Baby Calendar Scrapbook unembellished, just paper. A $35 value.

Also, if you make a purchase you can receive 10% off! Just e-mail your order and mention AGE!

So, you want to enter to win? Here’s How:

1st Entry (Mandatory) Visit Scrappy Gifts and tell us your favorite item.

Additional Entries: You must submit the entry form for each qualifying entry.

1 Entry: Grab the Scrappy Gifts Button and add it to your blog! {Make sure to leave us the link!}
1 Entry: Become a fan of Scrappy Gifts on Facebook.
1 Entry: Go to the Scrappy Gifts Blog and become a follower!
3 Entries: Blog about this giveaway! Remember to leave us the link!
5 Entries: Place an order with Scrappy Gifts!

Click here to reload entry form.

You have until December 1st @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks My Scrappy Gifts for providing the sample of the Customized 28 Page Baby Calendar & Scrapbook for review. It’s awesome!

Affordable Scarves Giveaway {CLOSED}

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Affordable Scarves carries only the best brands and models of discount scarves on the market starting at $9.95. They are committed to offering you the finest scarves at great prices while providing exceptional customer service.

A great way to try out trends is with accessories. I’ve been seeing animal prints and houndstooth all over the place. Scarves allow you to incorporate trends into your wardrobe without having to commit to something big like a coat.

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The Leopard Print Cashmere Scarf had a subtle pattern that was perfect for me. Putting it on made me feel instantly elegant and more dressed up without going over the top. There is also a Cashmere scarf in a very tasteful zebra print.The Houndstooth Scarf is the perfect winter scarf as it is so warm! It kept me cozy in my ice cubicle as well as when walking around outside. It kept me so warm that I didn’t need a jacket!

The selection of scarves at Affordable Scarves is huge! You’ll find a scarf for all seasons and climates in so many different styles, colors, lengths and materials. What’s best is that they are all under $20, and there’s free shipping for purchases over $30!

Here are some styles that I love…I really want to try a loop scarf (on the far right)!

 

And for the guys on your list:

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A Giveaway Everyday Recommends Affordable Scarves

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as a Best Christmas Gift for the gals and guys in your life!

 

Today, Affordable Scarves is giving away…

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A Zebra Cashmere Scarf to one A Giveaway Everyday Reader

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A Houndstooth Scarf to another A Giveaway Everyday Reader

{Two Winners!}

Want to enter to win? Here’s how:

1st Entry (Mandatory) – Visit Affordable Scarves and tell us, which one is your favorite scarf?

Additional Entries: You must submit the entry form for each qualifying entry.

1 Entry – Become a fan of Affordable Scarves on Facebook
1 Entry – Follow Affordable Scarves on Twitter
1 Entry per day-Follow AGE on Twitter and tweet the following: @agiveawaydaily I entered to win a Scarf from Affordable Scarves two winners http://bit.ly/6dEhei
1 Entry – Become a fan of AGE on Facebook
3 Entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.
1 Entry each-Follow AGE by reader, email, or Google friends.

REFRESH ENTRY FORM BY CLICKING HERE

You have until Monday November 30 @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Affordable Scarves for providing the Leopard Cashmere Scarf and the Houndstooth Scarf for review.

Motorola Endeavor HX1 Giveaway {CLOSED}

displaymedia.ashxMotorola Endeavor HX1 is the first headset to combine Motorola’s CrystalTalk noise cancellation technology with a stealth mode so you can hear and be heard in the fiercest environments. When the stealth mode is activated, true bone conduction technology relays only your voice while knocking out the most extreme noise and wind for a revolutionary premium headset experience. This experience makes Motorola Endeavor the only Bluetooth headset to use true bone conduction technology, all without compromising comfort.

So if you find yourself in extremely loud areas- like screaming children or in the concession area at a sporting event- you can turn on stealth mode and cancel out the noise.

Motorola sent us the Endeavor HX1 to review. I was excited because my hubby is a tech nut. And I knew he would be thrilled when this arrived. He quickly put it together and hooked it up to his cell phone. He tested it by calling me while in the toy/playroom. Which is not noise free at all. Let’s just say utter chaos goes on in there. LOL. So we chatted and I could hear the baby toys & music playing very loudly through the phone. He then used the stealth mode. I was very impressed at how much it muted the background noise, I couldn’t hear it at all in fact. Wow, we were very impressed to say the least. So we tried in again and again and found it really did keep the conversation crisp and clean. This has definitely come a long way in the blue tooth world. Another feature that we found very nice was that It is very small. Which is a great feature. No bulky piece hanging in your ear. It can also reverse if you prefer your left or right ear. It looks very sophisticated and professional while in your ear which makes its a great item in my taste. I have had blue tooth’s before that were bulky and looked tacky in my ear. I love this one! It also features up to 7 hours of talk time and over 240 hours of standby. Wow, that is a long time between recharging. It is also very light. because of it’s size and weight it is easy to carry around and use. Thanks Motorola for the awesome Endeavor HX1, we definitely recommend it for everyone!

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Motorola Endeavor HX1: Brave New Elements
Hear and be heard on hands-free calls in the most vicious environments with Motorola Endeavor HX1, the first headset to combine Motorola’s CrystalTalk™ noise cancellation technology with the new stealth mode. With a touch of a button, the stealth mode is activated and an in-ear sensor uses true bone conduction technology to relay only your voice while knocking out the most extreme noise and wind for a revolutionary premium headset experience.

Seals Out Sound
Whether you battle everyday noise while driving through a wind tunnel or extreme noise when listening to a concert, Motorola Endeavor HX1 gives you the power, technology and guts to make hands-free calls wherever you roam. With a comfortable wearing style and in-ear sensor it is now possible to be heard, even in fierce wind and noise environments. Created with the same bone conduction technology that special military forces around the world use, Motorola Endeavor is not your average headset. When the sound around you becomes disruptive, simply switch on the stealth mode to turn off the exterior microphone and seal off background noise from your conversation so you know you’re being heard.

The Truth about Bone Conduction
The stealth mode uses true bone conduction technology to deliver a superior audio experience on Motorola Endeavor HX1. True bone conduction technology found in Motorola Endeavor HX1 trumps imposters by using an in-ear sensor to seal off outside noise. When the stealth mode is activated, the ear sensor uses bone conduction to tap your vocal vibrations and seamlessly convert them to speech so the listener hears what you are trying to say.

Crystal Clear
When you are not in extreme conditions, award-winning CrystalTalk™ technology is always on to help reduce everyday background noise. Developed specifically for use with headsets, this technology channels sound using two microphones and software algorithms that separate the user’s voice from background noise, for clearer, more coherent conversations.

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Intuitive features on Motorola Endeavor HX1 help you to feel comfortable using the device in no time. Voice prompts announce when the stealth mode is activated and provide simple set-up instructions for handset pairing. And you can talk more, charge less with up to seven hours of talk time.

Experience the Motorola Endeavor HX1 yourself!

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A Giveaway Everyday recommends the Motorola Endeavor HX1 as a “Best Christmas Gift” for mom or dad!

Today, Motorola is giving away…

a Motorola Endeavor HX1!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how:

1st Entry (Mandatory) – Check out the Motorola Endeavor HX1 and tell us your favorite feature.

Additional Entries: You must submit the entry form for each qualifying entry.

1 Entry per day-Follow AGE on Twitter and tweet the following: @agiveawaydaily I am trying to win a Motorola Endeavor HX1 “Best Christmas Gift” for mom or dad http://tinyurl.com/ylcq6rf
3 Entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.
1 Entry each-Follow AGE by a reader, email, or Google friends.
5 Entries-Purchase the Motorola Endeavor HX1.

REFRESH ENTRY FORM BY CLICKING HERE

You have until November 30th @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Motorola for sending me the Endeavor HX1 sample for review.


Elfing Around Giveaway {CLOSED}

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The holidays are a time for traditions. Growing up I always looked forward to this time of year because I loved our family traditions so much. Now that I am married and will be starting a family before long, I am excited to begin my very own family traditions. Elfing Around is the PERFECT first Christmas tradition…if you already have traditions you are going to want to add this to the list!

Each year children anticipate Christmas. They are always asking for the number of days until Santa comes. For some reason, many parents think that paper advent calendars with the gross waxy chocolate behind the door is the way to go. WRONG! Not only are the chocolates disgusting, opening one little door a day doesn’t excite a child tgirl_standingoo much.

This year, invite an elf to your house! Elfing Around sends a cute little boy or girl elf to you along with all the goods to help make your Christmas magical and filled with memories. In addition to your elf, your receive a Parent Adventure Guide. “This book includes 12 nightly suggested Elf Adventures that you can set up quickly while your child is asleep. When your child awakes the next morning, he or she will experience a magical scene!” Each day contains an “Elf Note” explaining what your child’s elf was doing while everyone was asleep.

You also receive a letter from Herbie Elf, Jr in an “official” envelope to let your child know a special elf will be arriving soon. There are letters announcing the elf has arrived and one to say goodbye. Help your child write a wish list on the included paper and stick it in the envelope to mail to Santa. Tattoos are also included!

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Meet Blizzard!

This is the Elf that will happily visit my home for many years to come! Isn’t he the cutest thing!?

Elfing Around also provides free holiday extras for your children to enjoy. Purchase additional Guide Books for years 2 and 3 or extra fun boxes for more fun! You can even purchase notes from your elf to put in your child’s lunch box!

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A Giveaway Everyday recommends ELFING AROUND as a “Best Christmas Gift” this holiday season for families!

Today, Elfing Around is

giving one of you…

A boy or girl elf and a

Parent Adventure Guide

–$30 value

Want to win? Here’s how to enter…

1st Entry (Mandatory)—Go to Elfing Around and tell us if you would pick the girl or the boy to visit your house

1 Entry—Subscribe to Elfing Around’s feed
1 Entry—Become a follower of A Giveaway Everyday
3 Entries—Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link
5 Entries—Make a purchase from Elfing Around

TO REFRESH THE ENTRY FORM, CLICK HERE

You have until November 27, 2009 @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Elfing Around for providing an elf and Parent Adventure Guide for review.

Play-Doh Burger Builder Set Giveaway {CLOSED}

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The Play-Doh brand is proud to celebrate over 50 years of colorful, creative play. Since it was first introduced in 1956, Play-Doh modeling compound has become a classic and beloved toy, used in homes and schools around the world by children of all ages.

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BurgerBuilder Thanks to Hasbro, we received a Play-Doh Burger Builder Set and a Play-Doh Magic Swirl Ice Cream Shoppe. I introduced my girls to the Burger Builder first, then the Ice Cream Shoppe another day. Both sets were so much fun! The Burger Builder makes adorable little Play-Doh hamburgers, from the patty to the lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles all the way to the bun! There’s even a hot dog and chip maker! The Ice Cream Shoppe came with two cones and two sundae cups for you to swirl in your Play-Doh ice cream, which came in three “flavors” plus something I hadn’t seen before – Play-Doh with sprinkles! IceCream

I think what I loved best is how long my girls played with each set, and there was no fighting over the different parts or who had more Play-Doh than the other because there was plenty to go around. They played with them “properly” i.e. as ice cream or as burgers, but they also let their imagination lead the way. And fostering creativity is what Play-Doh is all about about.

The Play-Doh website features other products – lots of kits like these as well as sets of Play-Doh clay itself. In addition, parents will find ideas for activities and tips and tricks for cleaning up. I liked the Fresh Ideas gallery, for when you’re looking for something new to make (or when your kid says “Make a starfish! Make a pig! Make a truck!” you can look to the pictures for help and not look like a lame-o.). The website also has information on what Play-Doh is generally made of if you have any concerns about allergies.

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A Giveaway Everyday recommends Play-Doh as a Best Christmas Gift for all the creative kids you know!

Today, Hasbro is giving away…

A Play-Doh Burger Builder Set!

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Want to enter to win? Here’s how:

1st Entry (Mandatory) – Visit Play-Doh and tell us your favorite product!

Additional Entries: You must submit the entry form for each qualifying entry.

1 Entry per day-Follow AGE on Twitter and tweet the following: @agiveawaydaily I entered to win a Play-Doh Burger Builder Set http://bit.ly/13IXXP
1 Entry – Become a fan of AGE on Facebook
3 Entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.
1 Entry each-Follow AGE by reader, email, or Google friends.

REFRESH ENTRY FORM BY CLICKING HERE

You have until Friday November 27 @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Hasbro for providing the Play-Doh Burger Builder Set and Magic Swirl Ice Cream Shoppe for review.

Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms Giveaway {CLOSED}

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Who here likes to cook say “I”! Who here likes to see smiles on faces when a bite of your cooking is tasted say “I”! Who here is busy say “I”! ME: I, I, I.

I love cooking! Food, shoes, jewelry, and purses are my best friends in life. (Notice food tops the list.) Sometimes though, my life starts to take over (unfortunately it is never the shoes, jewelry, and purses part) and making dinner can be pushed down the list of “things to do.”

I’m not even a mom! I am just a working wife. At this point, I don’t understand how moms do what they do. Wake up early, pack lunches, get kids to school, clean house, do laundry, go grocery shopping, pick kids up from school, play taxi, play doctor, get themselves ready for the day, exercise, make dinner, help kids with homework, etc. I didn’t even add go shopping for shoes, clothes, or jewelry, get nails done, get hair done, or get a massage to the list! Whether you are a mom or not, being a woman can get hectic!

Sadly, when life gets crazy, nutrition is the first thing to go. We begin to eat while driving, while grocery shopping, or just miss it all together. Well thanks to Jane Doiron all of that can come to an end! Jane has written a cookbook to help busy women provide delicious homemade meals despite a busy schedule!

Make-Ahead Meals For Busy Moms is a cookbook designed to help you prepare for the busy times. These make-ahead meals can be frozen ahead, assembled ahead, or cooked ahead and reheated! These recipes will help the holidays or a dinner party not seem so draining. Save time and still eat deliciously!

This week I had one free night. The rest of the week I would not be home at dinner time but I wanted my husband to still eat well. I gave him the cookbook and let him pick out what he will eat. Then I spent a few hours and prepared TONS of food with the help of Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms. P1020099 Here is this week’s menu:

Teriyaki Chicken

It is in the bag! I stuck it in the fridge and will cook it after it marinates. I also had the option of freezing it for up to 3 months! I think what I will end up doing it is cooking it and sticking it in the fridge. Then my husband can warm it up when he is ready.

Dying to know what’s in the pot?

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Beef Stew

YUM! This is going to be good! The first thing my husband said when he walked in was “OOO! Something smells GOOD!”

This stew can be frozen in containers for up to 3 months!

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Chicken Parmesan

Here is a look at the chicken parmesan before it went into the oven. Normally for this recipe you would prepare the bread mixture before hand and then cook right before eating. I don’t think my husband would take the time to cook it so he will get to warm it up and throw it over precooked noodles for dinner!

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Baked Chicken Chimichangas

These were quick and easy! The guts of these can be prepped ahead of time and frozen for up to 3 months. I baked mine and then my hubby can just warm them up.

Shh! Don’t say anything about the tortilla I tore.

Honestly this will feed my husband for way more than a week but that is why this cookbook is so great! I can make it and FREEZE it.

But wait! There are more recipes then just dinner entrees and soups. There are appetizers (dips, pizza bits, stuffed mushrooms, etc), breakfast and brunch (breads, muffins, quiche, etc), desserts (cakes, cookies, bars, pie, fudge, etc), and side dishes (casseroles, salads, veggies, etc). Go to the Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms website to drool over the full table of contents.

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A Giveaway Everyday recommends Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms as a Best Christmas Gift” this holiday season for all the busy bodies that love to cook!

Want a copy of the cookbook for yourself? You can buy one on Amazon, Barnes And Noble, or download the e book on the website! Get one and start cooking!

Or win one!

Today, Jane Doiron is giving one of you…

A Make-Ahead Meals For Busy Moms

Cookbook! (retail: $17.95)

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Want to win? Here are TWELVE ways to enter:

First Entry (Mandatory)—Go to Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms Table of Contents and tell us what recipe you would make first if you won

1 Entry- Sign up for Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms’ Newsletter
1 Entry- Follow Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms’ Blog
1 Entry- Grab Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms’ Button and leave us the link where we can see it
1 Entry- Follow Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms on Twitter
1 Entry- Become friends with Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms on Facebook
1 Entry- Follow A Giveaway Everyday via google friend
5 Entries- Purchase Make-Ahead Meals for Busy Moms

REFRESH ENTRY FORM BY CLICKING HERE

You have until November 27th, 2009 @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Jane Doiron for providing a cookbook for review.

Scribble It Giveaway {CLOSED}

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Every time I open a home decor magazine or check out a design blog, I see a vinyl wall decal – and they always look so great! Scribble It is the place to find stylish and affordable vinyl decals for your home, business or automobile. Yes, they are both stylish AND affordable. That’s really hard to find these days.

droppedImage_3 I had been wanting to put a some sort of decoration in the bare wall space above the changing table that my dad built when my girls were born. But living in earthquake country, I was afraid of putting anything there that could fall down. Not to mention my girls started to get really grabby at an early age!

Why didn’t I think of a vinyl wall decal? The Enchanted Tree and Three Birds decal was perfect for that spot. It was really easy to apply…it just took five steps that are outlined on their website, or for you visual folks out there, they have a great video how-to as well. The result was so lovely…it brings so much more style to that space, plus I feel like my dad’s handiwork is highlighted as it deserves to be! These designs would have been perfect too!

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If you need some inspiration, they’ve got a huge gallery of ideas. As you can see, Scribble It decals are not just for your walls!

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Check out Scribble It’s new Craft Kits! Look at what you can make for the upcoming holidays…I love the Christmas Countdown Craft Kit.

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A Giveaway Everyday recommends a gift from Scribble It as a Best Christmas Gift! A vinyl decal or craft kit from Scribble It would make a great gift for the avid decorator or crafter in your life!

Today, Scribble It is giving away…

A $25 Gift Card!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how:

1st Entry (Mandatory) – Visit Scribble It and tell us your favorite product!

Additional Entries: You must submit the entry form for each qualifying entry.

1 Entry – Become a fan of Scribble It on Facebook
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You have until Wednesday November 25 @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Scribble It for providing the sample of the Enchanted Tree and Three Birds vinyl wall decal for review.

Fancy Fortune Cookie Giveaway {CLOSED}

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We all know how hard, hectic and challenging gift giving can be, and the Fancy Fortune Cookies company is here for one purpose… To make your gift giving unique, easy, fast, fun and simple. The Giant Fortune Cookie company is all about helping you say what you feel in a fun, memorable and big way that the special people in your life will always remember.

Every fancy fortune cookie is baked fresh daily, hand made, carefully dipped in the finest chocolate, and expertly decorated just for your special occasion. Best of all, your cookie comes with your personalized message inside! I don’t think it can get better than that!

I am a girl with a serious sweet tooth, I love all things from cake to candy bars. You better believe that a chocolate covered fortune cookie blew my mind! {with sprinkles!} Needless to say, I was beyond happy to get to try a giant fortune cookie! First of all, when I opened the box, I was so surprised by the fun packaging. The cookie came in a pretty white box and when I opened it there was fun bright crinkle paper on the inside and sitting on top was my giant fortune cookie in a clear bag topped off with multicolored sprinkles and a pretty red bow! So pretty I almost didn’t want to open it. That didn’t last long, it looked too yummy! Honestly, I couldn’t wait to try it out! It was delicious and disappeared in less than 24 hours {& it was huge!}. It was so fun to find my personalized message inside, too! We had a few visitors over and they got to try it out, too. Everyone thought it was so pretty and so yummy. I can only imagine how much fun it would be to receive one of these in the mail as a surprise gift from somebody special! So unique and fun, it would be so memorable. I plan on surprising some of my family and friends with these for birthdays and other special occasions this year! Sometimes it can be so hard to choose a gift, so I know this would be perfect…one size definitely fits all! From birthdays to a Thank You, Giant Fortune Cookies offers several different styles of cookies to celebrate many different occasions!

Look at all these pretty fortune cookies! {don’t they look absolutely scrumptious?!}

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A Giveaway Everyday recommends Fancy Fortune Cookies as a “Best Christmas Gift” this holiday season for the special people in your life!

Today, Fancy Fortune Cookies is giving away one $50 gift certificate!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how:

1st Entry (Mandatory) Visit Fancy Fortune Cookies and tell us which fortune cookie you like best!

Additional Entries: You must submit the entry form for each qualifying entry.

1 Entry – Become a follower of AGE on Facebook.
1 Entry – Follow AGE and Fancy Fortune Cookies on Twitter and tweet the following: Win a $50 Fancy Fortune Cookie gift card @agiveawaydaily http://www.agiveawayeveryda…!
2 Entries – Grab our new AGE blinky button and put it on your blog! {make sure to leave us the link!}
3 Entries – Blog about this giveaway {make sure to leave us the link!}
5 Entries – Make a purchase from Giant Fortune Cookies!

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You have until November 25th @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. We may have been provided product(s) for review from the sponsor.

Playskool Mr. Potato Head Giveaway {CLOSED}

Playskool offers so many amazing toys for children of all ages, but I would have to say one of their classic toys and a favorite of mine would be the “Mr. Potato Head.” Now they have so many fun spuds to choose from! Check out this “Fryer Fighter!” Talk about a “hot” potato! Mix-and-match accessories let you create all kinds of “fiery” looks for this fry guy! ” Your Fryer Fighter come with several mix and match pieces for hours of fun, imaginative play. Potato body comes with nose, eyes, teeth, mustache, pair of ears, pair of arms, shoes, hat and fire mr.potatoheadinpackageextinguisher accessories. ” Ages 2 and up.

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I remember playing with my own Mr. Potato head when I was a little girl and it is so fun to see how much my daughter loves her new “Fryer Fighter”. I had it sitting on the table when she woke up from a nap and she spotted it immediately and insisted on opening it to play. She had fun putting all the parts and pieces on the potato and putting them back in his little hatch for safe keeping. She looked so proud when she had all the pieces put in their appropriate place on the potato face. Then she thought it was extra silly to put his nose where an eye went or an arm where his mouth goes, such a funny girl! She has had hours of entertainment with this classic toy and it sits with all of her other daily favorites! She even named him “Ernie!” How cute is that?! I have several nieces and nephews that will be getting their own Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head for Christmas and I am thinking Miss A. just might need partsnpiecesprincessspud to add to her collection…she can transform her “Fryer Fighter” into a “princess” in the blink of an eye! Or mix and match the pieces for a very silly princess with a moustache!The possibilities are endless! I just love that you can accessorize your potato!

Playskool has created a wide variety of potato heads and accessories to choose from at such an affordable price {$9.99}. From Princesses to Darth Vader, you will definitely be able to find the perfect potato for the little ones in your life!

Check out these coupons for great discounts on Playskool toys…including Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head!approval_fullsize

A Giveaway Everyday recommends Playskools Mr. Potato Head as a “Best Christmas Gift” this holiday season for the kiddos!

Today, Playskool is giving away one Mr. Potato Head!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how:

1st Entry (Mandatory) Visit Playskool and tell us your favorite item.

Additional Entries: You must submit the entry form for each qualifying entry.

1 Entry: Become a follower of AGE on Facebook.
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I am entering to win @agiveawaydaily #WIN a Mr. Potato Head “Best Christmas Gift 2009″ http://bit.ly/1pdCIv
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5 Entries: Make a purchase from Playskool.

REFRESH ENTRY FORM BY CLICKING HERE

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You have until November 23rd @ 11:59 a.m. EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be posted on the winners board after the giveaway close. The winning entry will be verified before announcement. The winners will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway items. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own.

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