Hey all you bloggers out there, Stonyfield is planning a fabulous summer road trip this June and you’re invited!

They’re gearing up for the first-ever Stonyfield Blogger Barnstorming Tour. The last weekend in June, three bloggers will get to  visit organic dairy farms that supply Stonyfield with organic milk.

This is more than a road trip. This is a chance for you to get some mud on your boots—and learn first-hand why organic really is good for you and the planet. You’ll meet farmers who are true caretakers of the land and their animals, men and women who work hard every day to produce food for your table and your family. Stonyfield always believed they’re our everyday heroes – and you’ll feel the same way once you meet and talk with them. All questions welcome!

One farmer you’ll meet is into dirt. Organic dirt. He knows healthier soil means healthier crops to feed his cows, animals that get sick less and produce more milk. You’ll meet a farm couple who’ve raised their daughter practically alongside their cows – for them, farming is truly a family affair.

In other words, you’ll get a close-up, behind-the-scenes look at today’s organic farms, and the people who live and work on them. They’re the folks who make the Stonyfield yogurts your family loves possible.

Of course, you’ll have some fun, too – and if you want to wake up at 4 to watch morning milking or plod around a pasture, you will surely get to experience them.

The last stop is Stonyfield’s Yogurt Works, in New Hampshire, where you’ll see what is done with all that wonderful organic milk—and how  the tasty Stonyfield yogurts that you have at home is crafted.

Stonyfield wants you to learn more about where your food comes from, and your readers will learn a lot, too. That’s why as a thank-you for blogging about your experience and sharing virtual ‘postcards from the road,’ Stonyfield will donate $5,000 to your favorite worthy cause!

It’s easy to enter – just visit www.stonyfield.com/barnstorming. Read the rules, send in your entry, and by early May you’ll know if you’re one of the 10 finalists. Then, it’s up to your blog readers and other Stonyfield fans to vote for their favorites. Final winners will be announced and packing their bags for the June 25-28 road trip.

Good luck!

I’m always excited about sharing great deals, free stuff and giveaways with my readers. Here’s another easy-to-participate contest which definitely wouldn’t take much of your time. Details below:

This Mother’s day, 20 lucky moms will win $25 each in Nuddle money to purchase a blanket of their choice.

Nuddle, Nuddle Kids, and Nuddle Baby (Nap  + Cuddle = Nuddle) is the most luxurious, warm, comfortable & functional lounging blanket you will ever own. This double-sided, super-plush blanket was designed with an exclusive foot pocket, outer hand pouch and openings to keep your hands free (to read, type, snack or just nap!). How cool is that!

Here’s How You Can Win $25 worth of Nuddle money:
From now Until Mother’s Day Just log on to “Nuddle Blanket” on Facebook and become a “fan” and tell them your perfect way to get cozy – you will be automatically entered in the Mother’s Day Raffle.

 *Winners will be announced May 10th*

Good luck mommies!

Everyone in our family are huge fans of Baskin-Robbins ice cream but we only get to enjoy them ocassionally as it can be quite costly to bring the whole troop out for such a night out. Thus, when I received the inside scoop on Baskin-Robbins 31 Cent Scoop Night, I was ecstatic that I could share it with you guys.

Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation has partnered with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) and is donating $100,000 to the organization to further support the firefighting community. The NFFF honors America’s fallen fire heroes and their families by developing and expanding programs to recognize fallen heroes and assist their families and co-workers. Area firefighters will be at local Baskin-Robbins stores teaching children and their families fire safety tips and enjoying ice cream with their community. It’s a fun, inexpensive way for families to spend time with each other and get to know the men and women who dedicate themselves to protecting their community every day.

Full details of the event are below.

Event Details:

Who: Everyone!
What: Baskin-Robbins 31 Cent Scoop Night. 31 cents per 2.5oz scoop – any flavor!
Where: All Baskin-Robbins locations nationwide (US)
When: Wednesday, April 28 from 5pm – 10pm
Why: To serve those who serve others: Baskin-Robbins has partnered with the NFFF who support families and co-workers of fallen firefighters
The Inside Scoop: Looking for a flavor to try? Fan favorite Cotton Candy is April’s Flavor of the Month. This pink and purple Cotton Candy-flavored ice cream is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

A baby shower for a family member or a friend is a time to get together and celebrate the impending birth of a new baby. Throwing a baby shower for someone can be challenging. Finding new ways to celebrate the impending birth of a baby and do something that has not been done before over and over is one of the challenges that you will have when you are planning a fun baby shower.

The first area where you can get creative is the décor for the room. You don’t have to stick with the traditional items emblazoned with storks, baby bottles and booties. Consider creating a chic and trendy atmosphere in the décor that is just for mum. Start with the table setting and choose elegant items and flowers that celebrate the femininity of the special mum-to-be. The shower is about the baby, of course, but it can also be a celebration of the mum and her special style and taste.

If mum loves high fashion then incorporate that in your theme. Cakes designed to look like handbags and decorations that focus on fashions are fun ways to celebrate a baby shower that the mum to be will love.

A garden tea party is a classic party idea for a baby shower. Decorate the tables with gorgeous flower arrangements and even plan the party for an outdoor location. A garden party is a lovely idea for a baby shower. Outdoor settings can be quite beautiful if there are plenty of fresh flowers in bloom. This idea is a perfect choice for a spring or summer baby shower.

An elegant dinner is also a unique way to celebrate a baby shower. Most showers are afternoon affairs, but you can choose to celebrate in the evening. Request that everyone dress up in formal attire for a baby shower that mum will never forget.

GIVEAWAY CLOSED!

I’m pretty excited to run this giveaway as there are products for everyone in the family ~ Baby/Child, Mom and Dad. Check out what you can win for your family below:

Le Baby Inc., Hair Gel Designed for Babies & Children courtesy of www.lebabyinc.com

Le Baby hair gel is a styling gel free of harsh chemicals meant to define wispy curls and tackle unruly after-nap hair. While the concept of baby hairstyling products might seem a little child-beauty-pageant to some, for many moms and dads it’s a must-have diaper bag accessory. From taming those wild fly-aways to smoothing frizzies, Le Baby hair gel works on all hair types and is hypoallergenic for sensitive skin. Whatever your child’s hair type, Le Baby will make combing and styling a cinch. The unique formulas leave hair shiny, healthy looking and more manageable.

Retail Cost: $9.95

PowerHouse Hit The Deck For Moms and Dads, courtesy of  www.powerhouseperformancecoaching.com/

Trying to lose weight? Short on time? Looking for cardio and strength training all in one workout? Trouble managing your stress? Need a convenient workout at home or on the road?

PowerHouse Hit The Deck™ is the answer — one box has it all! Set the timer, draw your first card, and do as many repetitions as you can. When the timer beeps, draw your next card! Simple, easy, effective: a cardiovascular AND strength training workout at the same time, as well as an effective tool to combat stress and the Cortisol Crisis™.

Retail Value : $19.95

Hey Dude Aftershave For The Man of The House, courtesy of  http://www.heydudeskincare.com

Hey Dude Skincare ™ is a line of men’s skin care products designed to give today’s man the essential tools he needs to combat the natural effects of aging and external conditions upon his face and body. Made from high quality organic ingredients like hyaluronic acid and essential nutrients, Hey Dude Skin Care products perform the most vital of functions to help a man protect, repair, and maintain his skin – Functions that include moisturizing and cleansing deeply into the cellular level of a man’s facial skin.

 Hey Dude Aftershave contains seaweed extracts that combine with the proteins of the outer layer of the skin and the hair, forming protective moisturizing complexes. Efficient hydration enhances the skin’s natural ability to repair itself. Seaweed extracts decrease the irritation caused by shaving and depilation. Aftershave calms and moisturizes, as well as reduces skin redness and razor burn.

Retail Price : $19.00

LashFood For Moms, courtesy of  www.lashfood.com

LashFood is formulated with the highest grade all natural ingredients available, and is designed to condition, repair, restore, and create longer healthier and more beautiful eyelashes and eyebrows.

LashFood’s breakthrough natural ingredients, including Biotin an essential vitamin, Arginine a natural amino acid, and herbal extracts, helps promote the natural growth and strength of eyelashes and eyebrows. The result: your lashes become thicker, darker, and longer with this revolutionary conditioner.

LashFood retails for $129.00 and will last up to 5 months.

WIN THEM ALL! :  You can enter to win this whole package of awesome products worth more than $150 by following the requirements below:

• One mandatory entry – Tell us why you want to win all the above products
• Two additional entries – Tweet this giveaway and leave your twitter thread here. You can do this everyday until the contest closes.
• Three additional entries – Add this blog to your blogroll and leave your blog url in the comment section here.
• Giveaway is open to US and Canada shipping address only.
• Giveaway closes on 22nd March 2010 and a winner will be picked using Random.org. We will not be emailing winners, so please make sure you subscribe to our feed or check back here for the winner announcement post.

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We have many motivational books at home, from Stephen Covey to Donald Trump to Anthony Robbins, so I was keen to see what kind of knowledge George Foreman, the former boxing heavyweight champion of the world,  had to impart to his readers. 

I must say I was pleasantly surprise to find that Knockout Entrepreneur was an easy read, not one of those books that claims to have the power to motivate and yet easily puts one to sleep. In this title, Foreman has effectively applied the principles of boxing in the world of business. Some may consider this book to be part autobiography of George Foreman as he incorporates many stories of his past boxing experiences in the book whenever he wants to drive home a point.   Personally, I enjoyed his conversational style of writing, how he teaches that one should run a business with compassion and his faith in God. I also like how he often emphasizes on the importance to have the “right” people on his team, INCLUDING the fact that one should not forget his family.

“What good is it for you to become a success in the eyes of the world but a failure at home?”  – Foreman reaffirms my belief that SUCCESS is not limited to one’s career only. It includes having a happy home.

Overall, I would rate this book 3.5 out of 5. If you’re a first time entrepreneur who’s looking for inspiration, encouragement and a fun read, Knockout Entreprenuer will be a great book to start with.

Disclosure : I received this book for free, courtesy from Thomas Nelson Publishers . I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

HINT Inc., maker of all-natural, great tasting unsweetened essence water, is hosting a “Mom’s Against Sugar Water” campaign, urging schools to eliminate sugary beverages. Whether your child can’t go a minute without hitting the vending machine or refuses to drink anything but soda, HINT wants to hear about it! By submitting a wall post on HINT’s Facebook Fan page (www.facebook.com/drinkhint) by March 30th, moms will automatically be entered for the chance to win a year supply of HINT water and a donation of 100 cases to their child’s school. For official rules and more information check out HINT’s Web site at www.drinkhint.com. Entries must be submitted by 11:59 PM PST on March 30. Winner will be announced on April 1.

In line with First Lady Michelle Obama’s childhood obesity initiative, HINT Water (www.drinkhint.com) is launching their new “Moms Against Sugar Water” campaign, urging both schools and parents to eliminate sugary beverages. The brand is already working with schools in New York and California and is urging moms to voice their concerns about the healthy options in their children’s schools. HINT is an all-natural, 0 calorie, 0 sugar essence water with a “hint” of flavor created by husband and wife team Theo and Kara Goldin in 2005 when they couldn’t find any healthy beverage options for their four kids.