Pitch Soccer Jacket Giveaway

  May 23, 2013 - 4:34 am |
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Welcome to the Mondetta Pitch Soccer Jacket giveaway!

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The Pitch USA soccer jacket is made of polyester and comes with front pockets, and applique lettering across the front. The jacket also has embroidery on upper chest, and sleeves. It’s the perfect warm up jacket and makes a great gift!

We are teaming up with TTFm to offer one lucky reader one of these awesome jackets!

If you do not win you can save 60% off one right now with code pitch2013MOND

Shop online for this jacket and much more at Mondetta!

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Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

  May 22, 2013 - 3:30 pm | ,
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Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Last week we visited the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, located in Sanford, FL with our homeschool group.  We had picture perfect weather and a really wonderful day! The Central Florida Zoo isn’t as large as other zoos in Florida but offers a surprising number of things for visitors to do and see.

The zoo currently has over 400 animals, and dates back to 1923! The zoo has been at its current location in downtown Sanford since 1975.

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Sitting in the butterfly garden

 

One of our favorite spots in the zoo was the butterfly garden! There were so many beautiful flowers and plants, and little spots to sit to watch the butterflies.

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Butterflies & Mushrooms!

The Central Florida Zoo also has a 2500 sq. foot KABOOM playground and even a great splash park that the kids had a blast on! These are both included in the admission price for the zoo.

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Zoo Playground

 

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Zoo splash park

Another fun feature of the zoo was the Herpetarium, which houses many different species of reptiles and amphibians. We were amazed at the beautiful markings on many of these creatures and just how up close and personal we felt to them!

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Albino Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

The Central Florida Zoo offers much more than just pretty snakes! We got to see many beautiful and endangered animals like the Amur Leopard, Red Ruffed Lemur and Black Footed Cat.

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Amur Leopard

The Massey Services Insect Zoo was amazing as well! I don’t think I have ever seen so many varieties of insects in one place. The kids also had a blast playing with puppets and even dressing up as insects too.

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Butterfly Collection

 

Let’s not forget about a Florida favorite…the alligators, and crocodiles!

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American Alligator

If you are looking for a little more adventure during your visit, you can take a ride on the Zoom Air Zipline adventure course and see the zoo from the tree tops! Or if flying through the trees isn’t your thing, relax and enjoy the Little Florida Railroad train ride.

Don’t forget to visit the gift shop before you leave the zoo, or bring your lunch and enjoy a picnic at one of the many shady places to stop and rest.

The Central Florida Zoo has a lot to offer both children and adults alike! For more information please visit Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.


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Make A Hawaiian Lei

  May 21, 2013 - 9:49 pm | , ,
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Cute Hawaiian Lei

I made these really cute Hawaiian lei kits for our homeschool luau party today. They were so much fun and easy to make, with just a few household items needed!

You will need:

yarn or ribbon, any color, cut 2 to 2 1/2 feet long for each lei

plastic straws, any color, cut into 1 1/2 inch long pieces

construction paper, all colors

hole punch

scissors

pencil

Start by drawing a simple flower design on construction paper. This will be used as your pattern for cutting out the other flowers. Layer several sheets of construction paper together, and using the flower pattern, cut out about 14 paper flowers for each lei you plan to make.

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Paper flowers for lei

Punch holes in the middle of each paper flower using the hole punch. Set these aside for later.

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Punch holes in middle of flowers

Cut the plastic straws into 1 1/2 inch sections. You will need about 15 sections for each lei you plan to make.

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Colored plastic straws

Now begin threading the yarn or ribbon with the straw sections and paper flowers. So much fun and great for little ones as well as big kids too! This is also a fun party idea! Feel free to add glitter or other decorations to the paper flowers as well!

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Lei necklace


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Win A Beautiful Coach Peyton Pocket Tote!

  May 20, 2013 - 7:04 am |
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Hosted by NYSavingSpecials 

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My Devotional Thoughts, Simply At Home Mom, Simply Sherryl, Stay a Stay at Home Mom, One Proud Momma, and Barbara’s Beat.Coach purses are one of my ultimate favorites! I love the quality Coach. I don’t have to worry about my Coach purse falling apart or looking shabby after a short time. They always have beautiful styles and colors to choose from too. Here’s your chance to grab a gorgeous Peyton Pocket Tote!


One lucky winner will win

 

Coach PEYTON EMBOSSED PATENT POCKET TOTE Value $398

 

 

 


 

 

 

  • Signature embossed patent leather
  • Inside zip, cell phone and multifunction pockets
  • Zip-top closure, fabric lining
  • Handles with 8 1/4″ drop
  • 12 1/2″ (L) x 11″ (H) x 5″ (W)
  • This is a signature product
 

 

*The bag was removed from the original package only to take the pictures, I tried to package the bag the same way it came*

 

 

US only
 

May 20 – June 14






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Disclosure:  Simply At Home Mom is not responsible for prize. If you have any questions about this giveaway please send an email to nysavingspecials@gmail.com.  All entries are optional, if you do any of the tasks with the 10 extra entries, even if you do one entry you can get the extra 10 entries  but if the winner tasks is a tasks you did not complete, a second winner will be chosen. If the winner tasks is the one you did you will be the winner.
NYSavingSpecials is responsible for prize.

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Enter To Win A $25 Amazon Gift Card!

  May 20, 2013 - 6:45 am |
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Welcome to the May There Always Be Books Hop! Simply At Home Mom will choose one winner to receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Enter to win below and follow the hop for a chance to win more great prizes!

This hop is hosted by Literary Addicts and is from May 20 at 12:00am – May 31 @11:59pm EST.

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The Rollie Giveaway!

  May 19, 2013 - 10:53 am |
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Welcome to the Rollie Giveaway Hosted by Mommy Lesson Plans

Vertical Cooking Technology that combines a cylindrical non-stick cooking surface surrounded by a revolutionary heating element Breakfast is a hassle; it’s messy and you’re busy. But now there’s a way for you and your family to have a hot breakfast – with the Rollie EggMaster! Just crack your egg, pour it in and watch it pop up in minutes! And eggs are just the beginning; make tasty rollie burritos, perfect pizza rollies or cinnamon rollies for a delectable dessert. The Rollie EggMaster makes pop-up treats that EVERYONE loves to eat! The Rollies is the easiest way to make eggs. Eggs might seem like an atypical kabob, but they’re delicious right off the wooden skewer. But there’s so much more cooking potential here than just eggs! You can even make French toast, Greek tortillas, and desserts! Enjoying the Rollie EggMaster is as Easy as 1-2-3! (Please note that order is shipped in mail order (non retail) packaging). Features: Unique silicone grip Clean-up is a breeze Easiest, Fastest Way to make great-tasting eggs No Stove, Microwave or Time-Consuming Clean-Up Also cooks pizza rolls, cinnamon rolls, burritos, and more!

  • Vertical Cooking Technology that combines a cylindrical non-stick cooking surface surrounded by a revolutionary heating element
  • Unique silicone grip
  • Clean-up is a breeze

Come by Mommy Lesson Plans to read her review.


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Sweet Sally’s Giveaway!

  May 18, 2013 - 10:16 am |
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Welcome to the Sweet Sally Giveaway Hosted by Mommy Lesson Plans

All of Sweet Sally’s home baked goods, confections and sweet gifts are custom made and contain the freshest ingredients.
Every product is created from scratch, the way Mom and Grandma always baked and we never use artificial ingredients, trans fats or preservatives. Whenever possible, they source local ingredients.

Sweet Sally’s offers just about anything for your sweet tooth, including brownies, cakes, cookies, and scones, dairy and gluten free items. They also do event catering.

One reader will win a Bucket of Treats as reviewed by Mommy Lesson Plans.

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Spring’s Surprise! Book Blast & Giveaway!

  May 18, 2013 - 6:40 am | ,
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Spring’s Surprise

Sara Michaels is single again. And she’s celebrating her thirtieth birthday with a complete spa makeover and a day of boutique shopping with her two best friends. After a ten-month battle for freedom, a long weekend in Nashville, Tennessee is just what she needs to erase the memories of a broken heart.

 

Jack Tanner is the soon-to-be new partner at Chester & Dorsey Development Firm. Jack’s love life has been on the back burner for years as he’s built a successful career. But the moment he meets Sara, he takes a hard look at his life and his priorities.

Sara steps out of her comfort zone and spends an unforgettable weekend with Jack. She’s never felt so carefree. Until she realizes too late that three days can change everything

On Sale May 15, 2013

Read an Excerpt

Winter’s Magic

Owner of La Bella Vita, a five-star day spa nestled in the affluent suburbs of Nashville, Tennessee, Beth Sergeant knows her elite clientele first hand. She attended their private schools. She was even engaged, although briefly, to one of their most recognized bachelors. But she never fit in to their social-elite world.

After losing his parents to a car accident at a young age, Nick Chester was raised by his grandfather, the wealthiest man in Nashville. When he chooses to socialize, he has a never-ending list of exclusive events and beautiful women vying for his attention. Yet he never lets himself forget that everyone has an agenda.

Beth can’t resist Nick’s charm and accepts an invitation to dinner, despite her deep-seated insecurities. She proves she’s nothing like other women he’s dated and learns to trust him in return. But just as the last of their resistance crumbles and true love is within reach, challenges from Nick’s past threaten to destroy everything and force Beth to reveal her most guarded secret.

Available Now Through: Amazon Barnes & Noble Soul Mate Publishing

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Cynthia Gail is giving away a $25 Amazon Giftcard, a $10 Amazon Gift Card, and a $5 Starbucks’ Gift Card. Fill out the form below to Enter

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No Rise Pizza Crust

  May 17, 2013 - 11:35 am | ,
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No Rise Pizza Crust

If you want homemade pizza and fast, this is the recipe for you! Making homemade crust has never been easier. This recipe will make 2 large thin crust pizzas, but you can easily halve the ingredients to make just one pizza.

You will need:

2 (1/4 ounce size) packages active dry yeast

2 cups warm water

2 teaspoons sugar

2 teaspoons salt

4 tablespoons olive oil

3 cups whole wheat flour

2 cups unbleached all purpose flour

 

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Gently stir in sugar and salt.

Add flour and then olive oil and mix thoroughly. Using hands, knead dough in mixing bowl until smooth, about 5 minutes. Allow dough to rest for 10 minutes.

Divide dough in half and press into pizza pans. Add your choice of toppings and bake at 375° F for 20 minutes or until done.

Enjoy!


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My Spa Life Facial Wraps Giveaway!

  May 17, 2013 - 10:42 am |
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Welcome to the My Spa Life Facial Wraps Giveaway!

 

Kathy’s Freebies & Savings & Stephanie’s Ocean State Reviews are happy to bring you this giveaway.

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My Spa Life Hydrating Facial Wraps are the perfect night time mask with no mess. All it takes is 20 minutes to give your skin a healthy glow, and add much needed moisture.

This giveaway is for facial wraps from My Spa Life. There will be a total of 2 winners and each will receive four facial wraps. The giveaway is for the US only. You can check out the reviews by Kathy’s Freebies & Savings and Stephanie’s Ocean State Reviews. Make sure to enter below for your chance to win. Good luck to everyone.

Kathy’s Freebies & Savings, Stephanie’s Ocean State Reviews and all other participating blogs are not responsible for prize shipment.


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