Thursday, February 26, 2015

Grow Your Garden Giveaway Blogger Opportunity


Spring is just around the corner and what better way to kick-off the growing season than with a mega garden giveaway! 

There will be multiple garden-related prizes for one lucky winner! We are currently still working with several sponsors to coordinate all the prizes but will have all the info soon including the amount of the gift cards! 

Hosted by So Simply Stephanie 
Currently accepting Sponsors, Co-Hosts and Bloggers with paid & free options to participate! 

Sponsors

If you would like to sponsor a garden related prize in exchange for having your product and company featured on MULTIPLE blogs, please contact Stephanie at sosimplystephanie@gmail.com with information about your product. Each prize will need to be a minimum retail value of $25. (For products less than $25 you can combine multiple products for a 'gift basket-type prize or send the remainder amount via PayPal and all 'PayPal funds' will go towards a gift card to be included in the giveaway!)

Each Sponsor Will Receive:
  •  2 social media links on the giveaway widget
  • Product info with links to your website (or Amazon link to product)
  • Picture of product
  • social media shout outs throughout the giveaway
  • Be featured on multiple blogs for the duration of this giveaway! 

Co-Hosts

10 Co-Host spots will be available. Co-Host spots are $10 each and will help cover the costs associated with hosting this giveaway!

Each Co-Host Will Receive: 
  • Blog name & feature listed on the giveaway info with a link back to your site
  • 4 social media links on giveaway widget
  • 1 Comment or Pin-It option on giveaway tool (preferably a garden related post or pin)
  • Free Link Option for posting the Sign Up HTML on their blog (HTML below)
Co-Hosts Sign Up Here.

Paid Bloggers

Paid Bloggers spots are available for $3 each. 

Each Paid Blogger Will Receive:
  • 2 social media links on the giveaway widget 
  • Free Link Option for posting the announcement post on their blog (HTML below)
Paid Bloggers Sign Up Here.

Free Link Option

Bloggers can also opt for the free option and receive a free social media link on the giveaway widget by sharing the Grow Your Garden Sign Up info (this same post) on their blogs. All Co-Hosts & Bloggers will receive an additional link for sharing the sign up info on their page as well. You do NOT have to be a Co-Host or paid Blogger to receive the free link option.

Free Link Option ONLY Sign Up Here.

You can find the Announcement Post HTML Here.

If you have any questions or suggestions for this giveaway please contact Stephanie at sosimplystephanie@gmail.com. 

Easter Winning Giveaway Blogger Opportunity

EASTER WINNING  

Here I go again wanting more help promoting!

Hosted By: Michigan Saving and More
Sign Ups Close 3/4
Giveaway Dates: 3/6 12AM EST through 4/5 11:59pm EST
SPONSORS CAN SIGN UP UNTIL 3/6 HERE FOR THIS ONE OR ANY OF MY GIVEAWAYS
or can email me at las93063 at gmail dot com
Prizes so far:
Woodie Specs Choice
Kobert Waterproof Case (Deluxe Edition)
Kobert Exercise Armband
5 different digital downloads from Live Well Series and Jeff Gold
Most Popular Nut Milk Bag
Clever Yoga Strap
Jackpot Candles
Flawlessbotanics
MORE WILL BE ADDED!
Bloggers opp is HERE
All bloggers will receive 1 free link for posting and promoting giveaway
plus 1 free link for posting and promoting bloggers opp (above)
Choice for free links: Facebook visit, pinterest, twitter, or Instagram
Bloggers that refer other bloggers that sign up to promote will be in a drawing to win $10 paypal.
One entry for each person that signs up someone.
Co-hosts are $10 for the free links plus 5 more links of choice, Co host page on their site and at minimum 1 follow or secret word page. Co-Hosts do not have to post announcement but it is greatly appreciated plus they will be eigible for the $10 prize if someone signs up through them!
Of course no google+ and no required facebook like.
Other sign up options available on sign up form too!
If you have any prizes that would be a good fit please let me know and I will give you a co-host if you do the review. I will have an entry for people to make a comment on your review.
Please sign up below! Or at this link HERE

Create Your Own Destiny

When I think of creating your own destiny I am reminded lately of my older children making their way in the world, with their own lives, spouses, children, and for my next oldest making plans to go to college. Something she has to decide for herself no matter how hard the choice is. 

She is finding that being an adult although sometimes fun can also come with lots of decisions she is not sure she is ready for. She isn't sure she wants to be what she has wanted to be for the rest of her life. Mind you with this particular daughter has always done things the way she would like things to be, she isn't like every other teenager out there. 

She wants to change the world, she loves listening to music from the 60's, putting together her own wardrobe by borrowing from mine and hers to make her own style. She loves to sing, act, make food, try new things, and is always willing to learn something new. 

She was asked for college who her role model was and her answer was that she does not have one, she paves her own path, she wants everyone to know they can be who they are all of the time and being like someone else is just holding yourself back from being the best you, you can really be. 

This reminds me a lot of my essays for college. I am very proud of her and a little more then excited to see what my children will create for their own destinies. 

Create Your Own Destiny.

MarksvilleandMe are making are way through all three of the titles below. 

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1. Ever After High (2/6)
2. Mako Mermaids (2/13)
3. Richie Rich (2/20)

Personally I have not watched any of the below titles but my girls or my grand daughter might have on their account.


Someday, I will...

For your little kids:
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1. Build and fix things: Handy Manny
2. Make a discovery: Sid the Science Kid
3. Walk on the moon: Justin Time: Blast off!: S1E13
4. Explore the ocean: Octonauts

Below you will find some movies suggested by Netflix but again I have not sen any of them but I am interested in FameHigh, I am assuming it is something like the movie or show Fame. 


For your big kids:
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1. Make sweet treats: Cupcake Wars
2. Get into show biz: Fame High
3. Represent Team USA: The Gabby Douglas Story
4. Master the kitchen: Chopped

Except for Wahlburgers I haven't seen any of the movies or show below. 

And for teens and parents:
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1. Get the corner office: Undercover Boss
2. Travel the world: Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
3. Walk the red carpet: Liz & Dick
4. Run my own restaurant: Wahlburgers

I love the fun idea that Netflix has this month, one which I have never made but very interested in doing in the near future. A Vision Board, should be interesting to see what the kids come up with compared to us adults.

Vision Board

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To keep the kids chasing their dreams, map out those big ideas on a DIY vision board. Cut inspirational words out of magazines, print photos of favorite characters or add your own knick-knacks and trinkets. Learn how to make your own here.




Now when I think of movies about creating your own destiny I think about Back to the Future, The Philadelphia Experiment, The Time Machine (1953), Butterfly Effect, The Terminator, Looper, or pretty much any other time movie you can think of because I think everyone at some time in their lives would like to go back and change at least one thing in their lives which would change if not re-create their destiny. 
#StreamTeam

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe is a part of Netflix Stream Team receiving free streaming service and other gifts through out the year in exchange for us blogging about Netflix and Netflix streaming services.

Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Jammy Jams - Once Upon A Rhyme Review






This whole album had music that I knew, with my favorites being California Love (Lullaby Rendition of 2Pac) and Gangsta's Paradise (Lullaby Rendition of Coolio).  Great for those who want to give their baby something to listen to but also something Mommy and Daddy wouldn't mind listening too either. 

What we find fun to do in our family is have people guess what song is playing. It is always surprising to see who will guess right first. Some are fast while others are left shrugging their shoulders. Either way it is a great time. 

You can purchase Jammy Jams Once Upon A Rhyme Review on Amazon. 

What Jammy Jams has to say about their product. 
On “Once Upon A Rhyme: Lullaby Renditions Of Hip-Hop Classics”, Jammy Jams explores the melodies of old school hip-hop songs and brings them to life with calming renditions for parents to enjoy along with their babies. The parent can take a stroll down memory lane while creating brand new memories for baby. This album soothes the inner and outer soul. You will be amazed as you listen to soothing lullabies featuring the melodies of acclaimed old school hip-hop songs such as Run-D.M.C.’s “Rock Box” and Coolio’s “Gangstas’s Paradise”. The soothing sounds are what Jammy Jams is all about. Experience these popular tunes in a whole new way with baby today.

1. Hey Ya (Lullaby Rendition of Outkast)
2. California Love (Lullaby Rendition of 2Pac)
3. The Real Slim Shady (Lullaby Rendition of Eminem)
4. Gangsta's Paradise (Lullaby Rendition of Coolio)
5. Girls (Lullaby Rendition of Beastie Boys)
6. Rock Box (Lullaby Rendition of Run-D.M.C.)
7. Summertime (Lullaby Rendition of DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince)
8. Regulate (Lullaby Rendition of Warren G)
9. Big Pimpin (Lullaby Rendition of Jay-Z)
10. Nuthin' But A "G" Thang (Lullaby Rendition of Dr. Dre)

This album is available for consumers to purchase in the following formats:
CD, CD w/ Digital Copy, Album Download Card, Digital Download

This album is available in the Jammy Jams Store (www.jammyjams.net) as well as iTunes, Google Play, Amazon and many other retialers.  Available for streaming on Pandora and Spotify.

You can find out more about Jammy Jams on:
 #jammyjams
#OnceUponARhyme

Disclosure:  MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above as part of a promotion using Tomoson.com. Regardless, MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. Some of the links in the article may be “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive compensation.  If you would like MarksvilleandMe to review a product or service please contact us at marksvilleandme@gmail.com. 

Escali 100% Pure Badger Shaving Brush Review


My husband was able to try out the Escali 100% Badger hair shaving brush. This is the first time he has used or owned a Hair Shaving brush so we are learning along the way. He did shave with it I think two or three times before he decided to grow his beard again, but Spring is coming so soon enough out will pop the Shavers and Shaving brush.

My husband loves how he doesn't have to worry about his hands getting messy anymore. He also loves how easy clean up is, a little rinse and then hang up or lay on it's side. He made a spot to hang his brush so that is how we do it, but you can lay it down on it's side as well.

I wonder if he will mind if I use it to put shaving cream on my legs?

You can purchase the Escali 100% Pure Badger Shaving Brush on Amazon.


What Escali has to say about their shaving brush.
The Escali Shaving Brushes generate a rich and warm lather, soften and lift the beard, open pores, bring sufficient water to the skin and gently exfoliate.
  • 100% Badger hair bristles
    Gently exfoliates the skin
    Creates a rich lather
    Brings water to the face for a true wet shave

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Disclosure:  MarksvilleandMe received one or more of the products mentioned above as part of a promotion using Tomoson.com. Regardless, MarksvilleandMe only recommends products or services we use personally and believe will be good for our readers. Some of the links in the article may be “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive compensation.  If you would like MarksvilleandMe to review a product or service please contact us at marksvilleandme@gmail.com.