SPORTS ACTION FIGURES FOR KIDS Review and Giveaway

Have I told you how much I love football!!! My oldest son Christian has been playing all through High School and is now in his senior year on the Varsity Football team at our local high school.

On that note I want to share with you all this great company I found Kaskey Kids

They have sports action figures for football, baseball, hockey and soccer. We ordered the football action figures. They arrived in a nice carrying case. My son Jakob started putting the field together and had a blast.




I highly recommend this product as the actions figures are well made and the field is huge. These would also make great gifts for sport coaches. They could make up plays using these action figures.
You could also use the action figures for party decorations ( if you're having a sports theme party) or as cake toppers.

FJ at Kaskey Kids
is generously giving away your choice of one of their sports action boxes.

Also, for Simply ME readers they are offering a 10% discount when you enter "GoGuys" at checkout. Great gifts for Christmas ...hint hint..

Required for Entry: (this must be followed or bonus entries will be voided)
Check out Kaskey Kids
and let me know what set of action figures you would like to win and what color.

Bonus Entries:

1. Follow me on Twitter (One entry)

2. Subscribe to my blog by email ( 2 entries )

3. Tweet the following @mommyjen99 Sports Guys Action Figures Giveaway ends 10/01
http://mommyjen99.blogspot.com/
(one entry - you may tweet daily for an extra entry every day)

4. Follow my blog ( click on the followers box on my sidebar). (Two entries)

5. Place my button on your sidebar for three extra entries (leave the url to your blog please)

6. Blog about my contest on your blog (Please leave your URL in comments 3 entries)

7. NEW NEW NEW entry - Follow Simply Me on facebook. Look for the box on the right hand side that says Networked Blogs (3 extra entries)


This contest will end on 10/01/09 at 11:59 pm PST. U.S residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and contacted the next day. If you don't have a blog please leave your email address with your entry. The winner will have 72 hours to respond before I draw another winner.


Good luck,
Genevieve

Thanks to the folks at Kaskey Kids
for supplying me with the Football action figures to review.

Also I would like to thank The Product Review Place for hooking me up with Kaskey Kids

Book Review - Don't Call Me a Crook!: A Scotsman's Tale of World Travel, Whisky and Crime by Bob Moore

Have you ever read a book where the cover didn't intrigue you? Only to find out what a great story was in between the cover?
I had the opportunity to review Don't Call Me a Crook!: A Scotsman's Tale of World Travel, Whisky and Crime by Bob Moore.

In this tale Bob Moore tells us stories of his thievery, deceit, and trickery he used to sustain his lust for life and alcohol. But then he goes on to tell the reader that he is not a thief. His story takes place in 1935 as a young man who marries and decides that's not the life for him and decides to travel the world. On his travels he tells us stories of his mishaps in China, New York and on the multiple ships he sailed on as the chief engineer.

At the beginning of the book I laughed alot at all the different predicaments Bob got himself into. Women feel in love with is witty charm, he could smooth talk anyone and enjoyed life to the fullest. I enjoyed reading this book of his crazy tales but the end of the book was harder to stomach as it involved a lack of regard for human life and racism. Although, I try to remember the world was a different place back then.

I give this book 3 1/2 stars out of 5. If you get a chance give this book a try.
It is available at Amazon for only $6.49


Genevieve

A Kindred Spirit's Thoughts: Paisley Pineapple ♥ Rockstar Shopping Cart Cover Review and $25 GC Giveaway!

A Kindred Spirit's Thoughts: Paisley Pineapple ♥ Rockstar Shopping Cart Cover Review and $25 GC Giveaway!: "Win a $25 GC to Paisley Pineapple - beautiful cart covers, diaper totes, and baby gifts galore! http://bit.ly/vgFPy @kindred_spirit"

EARTH BABY ORGANICS Review and Giveaway!!

Being the mom of a one year old I am really concerned about what foods she eats and what personal hygiene products that I use on her. I prefer to use hypoallergenic bath products. I had the oppurtunity to review Earth Baby's baby shampoo.

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When the product arrived I couldn't wait to try it out on my little girl. The first thing I noticed was the yummy cocunut smell. The smell was like I am on the beach in Hawaii smell! I lathered up the shampoo and she was good to go. Also, when I rinsed it out there were no tears.




After her bath I combed her hair and there were no tangles.






Earth Baby Organics is giving away one of the following products to one of my Awesome Simply ME readers!!! Yeah for you....

Winner can choose their choice of one of the following:

*Cuddle Soft Baby Lotion $16.50 value
*Forget Me Knot Hair Detangler $15.00 value
*Tiny Bubbles Baby Shampoo, $15.00 value



Required for Entry: (this must be followed or bonus entries will be voided)
*Follow BabyOrganics on Twitter

Bonus Entries:

1. Become a Fan of Earth Baby Organics on Facebook and leave me your Facebook name (One entry)

2. Follow me on Twitter (One entry)

3. Tweet the following @mommyjen99 Earth Baby Organics Review and Giveaway
http://mommyjen99.blogspot.com/
(one entry - you may tweet daily for an extra entry every day)

4. Follow my blog ( click on the followers box on my sidebar). (Two entries)

5. Place my button on your sidebar for three extra entries (leave the url to your blog please)

6. Blog about my contest on your blog (Please leave your URL in comments 3 entries)

7. NEW NEW NEW entry - Follow me on facebook for 3 extra entries.
This contest will end on 09/21/09 at 11:59 pm PST. U.S residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and contacted the next day. If you don't have a blog please leave your email address with your entry. The winner will have 72 hours to respond before I draw another winner.

8. Tell me which product you would like to win. ( 1 entry )


Good luck,
Genevieve

Thanks to Earth Baby Organics for supplying me with their Tiny Bubbles Baby Shampoo to review.

Review - The Online Mom - Tech Tools For Parents

I was recently introduced to a very informative site called The Online Mom.
Being the mom of three teenage sons that are into online gaming, video games, texting and more; I quickly pulled up my chair and started reading. I am concerned about the sites they visit and the people they talk to on the Internet. I also wondered how long is too long for a child to be playing on the Internet? Another worry of mine is online predators (thanks to Dateline). One article that was of interest to me was this article on Safety Vs. Privacy

“Online Mom is an organization and web site devoted to providing the knowledge, the advice, and the tools that will help all parents protect their kids and encourage responsible behavior as they make the most of the new digital world. Whether it's understanding social networking, photo sharing, texting, YouTube or just finding the right video games, The Online Mom has the explanations, the advice and the recommendations you have been looking for.”



My favorite section of the site is the Ask the Online Mom Section. If you have a question about how video game usage or too much texting is affecting your child you can send a message to the Online Mom. All questions will be treated as confidential. Contact The Online Mom today monica_vila@theonlinemom.com

You can also follow Monica Vila founder of the Online Mom on Twitter. She holds tweetchats which are held every Wednesday night at #theonlinemom, in which participants discuss everything from privacy on social networks to back to school gadgets.



For even more fun follow the Online Mom on her

A link to the Online Mom's Facebook page: Facebook Page, were they are having a Facebook fan giveaway, which is already underway and running through Monday, September 21st. They are going to give away a Nintendo Wii game system and some other prizes to fans who complete various fan challenges over the contest period. Fan challenges will be announced via status updates, so fans will have to keep an eye on their home page newsfeed or check back on the page regularly for info.

Hope you enjoy my review. I just joined the Online Moms facebook page. Hope to see you there and maybe you will be one of their lucky winners!!!

Take care,
Genevieve

The moment you all have been waiting for ...hehe

The winner of the quart of Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil is Natalie A

Natalie A you have 48 hours to get back to me........

Genevieve

Great blog Hosting a great contest

My friend Laurie at Guessing All the Way is hosting a daily contest for the whole month in honor of her 5 year anniversary.
Head on over to there to enter to win Orglamix eye shadow!
Tell her Genevieve from Simply Me sent you and earn 5 extra entries in my contest I am hosting.
Just add 5 extra entries on the entry form.
Good luck
Genevieve

August Wins

I just wanted to let you all know (ok brag...just kidding) what I won this month.

1. From Barefoot Mommies I won a pair of Gurkee's sandals. Haven't recevied them in the mail yet but they look awesome.
. $26.95 retail value

2. From RocLoc
It's awesome. I have it out in my garden with my housekey in it for when the kids or I get locked out. It's so cool because it's a realistic looking rock and you need to know the combination to get the key out.

$49.95 retail value

3. From Kindred Spirit Reviews
I won a Moving Picture Books DVD
$12.99 retail value

4. I won an awesome Betty Crock Back to school giveaway. It had tons of school supplies and coupons for free products from Sisterly Savings
Retail value approx $50 bucks

5. From Bucks Daddy's Blog I won the
Sunsweet Philippine Pineapple Giveaway. $5.50 retail value

6. Lastly, I won Le Creuset silicone baking cups from One Little Word She Knew

Genevieve

Simply Salads by Jennifer Chandler book review

I just wanted to share with you all an awesome recipe book of just salads. It is called Simply Salads by Jennifer Chandler. Being a vegetarian salads getting pretty boring pretty fast! Not anymore. Simply Salads has more than 100 delicious creative recipes made for prepackaged greens and a few easy to find recipes. The author couldn't have made these recipes any easier for us busy moms.

The book is also separated into differents sections.

*Greens
*Poultry
*Meat
*Seafood
*Vegetables
*Beans, grains, rice and pasta
*Slaws
*Vinaigrettes and dressings

Here are some recipes that I look forward to making:

*Wilted Spinach Salad
*Hot Chili Oil Salad
*Arugula with Shaved Parmesan

For the boys I am going to try:

*BLT salad
*Grilled Steak Salad
Southern Fried Chicken Salad

You can purchase Simply Salads: More than 100 Delicious Creative Recipes Made from Prepackaged Greens and a Few Easy-to-Find Ingredients from Amazon. It is on sale right now for just $16.49.




Hope you enjoyed my review.
I was given the opportunity to review this product because of my membership at the
Product Review Place
Genevieve

Simply Stacie: Gigis Apparel Review & Giveaway

Simply Stacie: Gigis Apparel Review & Giveaway.
Giveaway ends on September 16, 2009 at 11:59 pm EST

Free Hope Card

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Genevieve

My first blog award

Mommy of Two was so sweet and nominated me for this award. Thank you so much!!


The rules of the "One Lovely Blog Award" are:
Accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award, and his or her blog link. Pass the award to 15 other blogs that you’ve newly discovered. Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

Ok.
Here are my 15 blogs I am passing this award on to:

1. Guessing All the Way

2. Theta Mom

3. Just Breathe

4. Hearts Make Families

5. A Kindred Spirits Thoughts

6. Baby Loving Mama

7. Binkies and Bandaids

8. Life after two Losses

9. Home of Five

10. Frugal Mommy of Two Girls

11. OC Fun Guide

12. Project Mommyhood

13. Simply Stacie

14. Whimsical Creations

15. Savin Some

Some fun contests to enter

Win a $40 Gift Certificate to Sophie's Closet!. To enter visit Piece of Me.
Hurry on this one. Giveaway will end on September 5th at 11:59pm ET


Win a Yenithing Bath Apron . To enter visit Piece of Me. Giveaway will end on September 14th at 11:59pm ET

Win a Game Baby Compartment Tray from Piece of Me.
Giveaway will end on September 10th at 11:59pm ET

Win a Temple Touch Thermometer from
Piece of Me,
Giveaway will end on September 17th at 11:59pm ET

Good luck,
Genevieve

Qlubb Review

I have found the coolest site just in time for back to school. It's called Qlubb. If your a room mom, Pta president, team mom, a boy or girl scout leader or a church group then Qlubb is for you! I am sure there are lots more different clubs and organizations that could use Qlubb also.

Once you have registered at Qlubb your group will have access to a group calender, post photos, you can upload and share files and have your very own message board. It's a great way to keep all your parents or group members informed without having to send mass emails or make numerous phone calls.


During the back-to-school season, for every friend you refer to Qlubb, they will enter you into their weekly drawing for citizenpip lunch systems. Refer a friend now!
Here is the link so you can enter to win!!!

Check em out!
Don't forget to enter their contest while your there too!

Genevieve

Do you twitter??

Hey, sign up for SponsoredTweets and make some money tweeting! If you have more than 200 followers you can make a buck a tweet.
To sign up just click here.

Genevieve