Loving Heart Mommy

Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas.. Right?

2009-12-06T15:10:00.000-05:00

Well it started to snow.. it was first rain, then sleet, and lil' flurries flying about. They tried to stick but it just wasn't cold enough! I've been hoping for snow because in my mind it really doesn't feel like Christmas without it!

I've put up the two trees, debating on a real one to add to the collection this year. Helana's white 3.5 ft tree and Gabriel's 6 ft. Yes, my angels have their own trees. Why you make ask?

Gabriel's tree is the most kid-friendly tree. He is 2 but he still wants to take off the ornaments, re-arrange them, mess with the lights.. etc.. He's a child, they do these things. Its called curiosity, you've been there, we've all done it!

Helana's tree has the keepsake ornaments, the ones that if they do fall off will shatter and break, the custom photo ornaments of both of my angels. Its actually both of my angel's tree but I put more girly stuff on it, hence the reason Helana has this one claimed.

I will post pics, I'm still looking for a few ornaments, I think the older I get the more un-organized, or I'm just basically forgetting where I put them. Cause usually when I find what I'm looking for its packed neatly or put where I would have remembered it. Maybe, its my memory that is shot? Who knows, I just know I'm getting older and I need to post , post-it notes everywhere for everything!

Happy Holidays, I hope the economy isn't too crushed to where everyone can have a fun and joyously filled holiday. Its not about the gifts, its about being together, its about love, its about thankfulness, and most of all don't forget Jesus is the Reason for the Season. That's my view , I'm not saying you have to agree with me, everyone has their own traditions each and every Holiday year!

Smiles!

Oh yeah I almost forgot, "Go Elf Yourself!" .

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ebeanstalk - Automoblox Mini S9 C9 T9 Set - Great for your lil' one!

2009-12-06T14:53:00.001-05:00

Picking toys is not easy and there is a toy website called ebeanstalk, dedicated to selecting good, safe baby toys. BUT they need help from moms like me to help pick the toys. The toy they sent is called the Automoblox Mini S9 C9 T9 set from Manhattan Toy, who makes great developmental toys Here is the deal on this toy…

Let the Races Begin:

My son Gabriel, simply loves the Automoblox Mini S9 C9 T9 set, at first I didn't realize that the cars are made to come apart... hence the name Automoblox, sometimes I wonder if I'm blonde (no offense ladies). As soon as these were out of the package he was taking them apart, putting them back together, switching them around, he was intrigued! I loved this toy because as I could see firsthand it was promoting creativity!

They are made extremely well, yes they are meant to come apart, your child can put them back together easily, even switch them around if he/she wanted to, I would recommend for children over the age of 3, unless your child doesn't put things in his/her mouth anymore. Because the tires/rims do come off the cars and you can switch them around, could pose a choking hazard for younger children. Keep that in mind when purchasing.

I highly recommend these fun colored mini cars, I'm soo thrilled with them I'm actually planning on buying some more for my sons and their friends to play with! Let the creativity and the races begin!

Helpful Info:

Mini S9 C9 T9 Set
Price: $26.95

Age: 3 ½ year and up
Brand: Automoblox

The Automoblox Mini line is a scaled down version of the traditional Automoblox car. It features future-retro styling and fits in the palm of your hand! Mini cars have a new universal connector system that enables the rapid interchange of parts, further accentuating the fun factor of creating different car styles.

Your child sees cars everywhere and probably rides in one nearly every day. Though it’s a bit early for him to be asking you for the keys, having his own car lets him be a part of the action.

Your little mechanic can take apart the pieces of this car. He can look inside the cool plastic see-through roof to the people inside. Then he can reassemble the vehicle in different ways

Your child can even design a new vehicle by adding pieces from other cars in the series. And, because the pieces are removable, he can play act different scenarios like dropping the kids off at school or adding groceries in the back.

Maybe he’ll turn from mechanic to city planner as he builds highways across your living room-- perfect for a race against his friends.

Take the opportunity to use the car to tech your little one about safety. Everyone in his car should always buckle up. If pedestrians are passing by they should look both ways before crossing the street. And, of course, his car should always come to a full stop at a stop sign.

Thanks to Ebeanstalk.com for the opportunity to review and try out the Automoblox Mini S9 C9 T9 set!

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Voices of the Faithful Book 2 (Book Review)

2009-12-06T14:34:00.000-05:00

Voices of the Faithful, Book 2
Inspiring Stories of Courage from Christians Serving Around the World
By International Mission Board

Book Description

A new year’s worth of inspiring stories from the front lines of faith.
"A willingness to go is all they have in common," exclaim Beth Moore and Kim P. Davis, speaking of their friends on the front lines who are spreading the gospel around the world and with whom they collaborated to create this book. This second book of 366 daily devotionals features stories of God’s faithfulness, written by hundreds of missionaries worldwide.
From stirring miracles to heroic adventures, this second volume highlights those who daily go to the outer limits of spiritual devotion.

A follow-up to the first book which has now sold over 300,000 copies.

Compiler and Monthly Introductions by: Kim P. Davis
Series Creator and Introduction: Beth Moore
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 13-978-0-8499-2071-4

My views on "Voices of the Faithful"
Book 2 by Beth Moore:

A very inspiring compilation of daily devotions for every day of the year.

What makes this book special is that you will be following missionaries from around the world, a little glance into their story starting with a scripture and all are followed with a prayer.

Such an inspiration is this devotional, you get a glance at each and every missionaries story (over 300) and how God has worked through them.

At the end of the book there is an Index of Devotion Titles by the month including the Bible verse used, this is handy for looking up that particular story you were interested in and may want to share with someone else, to let them know what your inspiration was for the day. Looking just for the Scriptural references? There is an index for that, another lil' blessing.

Another gift at the end of this book is the gift of salvation, the steps for leading a life with Christ, I believe this is an important part in any christian book, its nice to see it in this wonderful devotional!

Interested in a copy? Would make a great gift this Holiday season & just under $15!
Buy directly from Thomas Nelson or Amazon.com

I'd like to thank Thomas Nelson for allowing me the opportunity to share my views on Voices of the Faithful Book 2, with a complimetary review copy!

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Tick-Tock, Grandfather Clock

2009-12-04T20:39:00.005-05:00

Come to think of it, doesn't everyone have a clock in their house? I'm not talking digital, like on your coffee pot, or the one on your tv or microwave... Like a real clock? One maybe sitting on the mantle, hanging on the wall, standing in your dining room?

www.1-800-4CLOCKS.com has a wide variety clocks from the modern to the quite unusual. Wouldn't a Grandfather clock simply look grand in your dining room this year? Check out the Grandfather clocks by howard miller clocks. With a large variety and free in-home setup your guests will be oohing and aahing over your newest home decor addition that will simply last a lifetime and generations to come.

I've always favored the Cuckoo Clocks. I especially like this one. I'm sure my angels would get a kick out of the lil' birdie that comes out every hour and the melodic "cuckoo cuckoo".

While looking around www.1-800-4CLOCKS.com I stumbled upon their blog, at www.ClocksBlog.com there is a lot of resourceful information on all kinds of clocks. Did you know not only are their Grandfather clocks but also Grandmother clocks? See what I mean by clicking here.

Be sure to check out www.1-800-4CLOCKS.com, a large range and variety of unique clocks, watches, and home deocr. They offer free shipping on orders over $100 and free in-home set up of all new Grandfather clocks. Can't find what your looking for? Call them, they'll be sure to help you find the clock of your dreams in no time.

1-800-4CLOCKS - www.1-800-4CLOCKS.com

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Happy December - Update on LHM

2009-12-01T16:13:00.000-05:00

I am weeding through e-mails, writing up reviews, choosing winners for the past giveaways, and posting up new giveaways for December.

I was offline not only due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, but due to the fact that my youngest angel Helana was sick with a nasty stomach bug, flu, virus type thing. Lasted a full week!

Now I'm back, she's doing great and I'm back in business, LOL !

Keep smiling even when the times seem tough, you will always make it in the end. Its the oohs and aahs the sniffles and cries, the laughter, the joys, that twinkle in their eye, your family, your supportive friends, if life wasn't this crazy and full, we really wouldn't be living at all would we?

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Joolwe.com - Online Jewelry Store (Review/Giveway) 12/5

2009-11-21T19:12:00.002-05:00

Joolwe.com

Sterling Silver and Round-Cut Cubic Zirconia Embellished Huggie Earrings

Have you discovered Joolwe.com's Online Jewelry Store? If not let me dazzle you with their wide selection of beautiful jewelry. Not only does jewelry have that flattering effect on everyone, including yourself, there are even more rewards to be discovered with Joolwe's Jewelry Loyalty Reward program.Who doesn't like rewards, free jewelry, sign me up! Just think of how much you can accessorize your wardrobe this year or give to friends and family this Holiday Season?

Also keep on reading because I have a great giveaway included in this post!

Why I love Joolwe.com

dazzling selection
free shipping on all US orders
free jewelry with their loyal reward program
"designer jewelry"
hassle-free returns
free gift packaging

How to enter: (mandatory)

What piece of jewelry at Joolwe dazzles you the most?

Which of the "3" items shown (images) would you like to win?

Extras:

Blog about it, including a link back to Joolwe.com using the following in your post:

"Joolwe.com Online Jewelry Store"

By blogging you also have the opportunity to earn 30 reward points good towards free jewelry by posting about the loyalty program mentioned above.

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Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Dual-Textured Open Circle Pendant

Check out their wide selection of silver pendants .

Sterling Silver and Round-Cut Cubic Zirconia Encrusted Dual-Textured Heart Pendant

Click for even more cubic zirconia Jewelry.

Links of Interest:

Check out the "jewelry blog" ,don't forget the loyalty reward program, and Joolwe's jewelry deal of the day.

Giveaway open to US & Canada only, ends December 5th, 2009!

Thanks to Joolwe for this giveaway opportunity and in return I received store credit!

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Oxfam America Unwrapped - Give a Gift with Purpose

2009-11-20T16:42:00.000-05:00

Oxfam America UnWrapped - Donate for a Good Cause

About the program:

With the holidays right around the corner, thoughts inevitably turn toward the challenging task of buying gifts for friends, family, and colleagues. With an ever-growing list of people to buy for, each year I find myself searching for unique, meaningful gifts that fit my budget.

This year, Oxfam America Unwrapped introduces gifts that help those who need it most. From $20 for a pair of school uniforms donated to a poor community to a $50 goat sent to a struggling farmer to help provide fertilizer and food for his family, Oxfam America Unwrapped offers a convenient, easy way to find something for every one on your list while helping those less fortunate and avoiding the excess of the holiday season. When you buy a gift from OxfamGifts.com, your recipient gets a card with the image of your specific gift and the money goes toward providing lasting solutions to poverty, hunger, and injustice in over 100 countries.

To see how your donation affects the lives of people around the world, log on to the Oxfam America Unwrapped website and click on the "How your donation helps" section. Visitors can learn about Oxfam America's amazing work on projects such as restoring Mangrove trees to Vietnam's coastline and the creation of savings and loan programs in Mali, Senegal, and Cambodia.

My views:

Interest, occasion, recipient, and price range, this narrows it down at Oxfam's website, its extremely simple, choose from those listed or check out the featured, there is a wide range of gifting options! From extremely thoughtful gifts to ones that are downright funny, for example , for $12 you can gift Manure. This isn't seriously a load of crap either, manure is turned into power, agricultural power. You didn't know that, did you? A Farmers Flock (one cow and a pair of sheep) is one of my favorites, for $150 you can make a difference in someone's family with gifting them this very economical purchase. Another one I like is helping to Rebuild a Primary School with your donation of $1500 , this goes to repair and rebuild a safe haven for the children's educational benefit.

After you choose your gift, you get a card with the image of your gift with the option to personalize the card online or actually write in the card yourself, and your gift helps someone in need (also these are tax deductible). Check out how simple it is by clicking here.

Give a gift with purpose this holiday season:

Oxfam America Unwrapped

“I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of OxfamAmerica Unwrapped and received a credit for a gift on the Oxfam site.”

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Handbag Fashion Show & Giveaway- Tonight!!!

2009-11-19T14:28:00.002-05:00

Handbag Fashion Show and Giveaway

When: Thursday, November 19

Where: Twitter (follow #sondraroberts) and ResourcefulMom's Stickham channel: http://www.stickam.com/resourcefulmom

Time: 8:00 - 9:00 pm EST

RSVP: Be sure to RSVP over HERE in the Mr. Linky

Giveaways: over $800 in handbags will be given away LIVE during the event! But you must RSVP and participate to win.

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Fancast - Watch TV Online on your own TIME!

2009-11-19T14:03:00.000-05:00

Fancast is simply "WOW". Just read below about how much you can now

enjoy right from your very own computer!

* FANCAST debuted in January 2008 and now has more than 10,000 hours of online video programming; with more than 60,000 videos available, including over 13,000 full-length shows (more are being added every day)

* FANCAST is not only an agnostic online video site, aggregating tv content from more than 100 sources (including Hulu by the way), but Fancast has more TV extras than any other site including: movies, pictorials, blogs, listings, live chats and Q&A's with stars, and much more.

My views:

Some of my favorites are "Family Guy", the new show "V", and also 20/20. They have a huge amount of variety!

Having trouble finding that show, which episode? No worries everything is chronologically in order!

If you missed a show, don't worry if you don't have DVR with your Cable company, just click this link, and watch whatever your heart desires and whenever, on your very own time! Simple isn't it? Its Fancastic!

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Let's Say Thanks - To our Troops!

2009-11-19T11:55:00.000-05:00

Let's Say Thanks to our Troops this year! Send a "free" postcard, shine a little light in one of our serving soldier's lives today!

Thanks to Let's Say Thanks & Give2TheTroops

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100 Postcards - Uprinting.com Giveaway

2009-11-19T09:37:00.000-05:00

This holiday there are endless custom opportunities with Uprinting.com, What would you do with 100 postcards? Promote your business, send holiday greetings to your friends and family, drop a quick note to friends far away?

Giveaway Prize: 100 Postcards for One Lucky Winner
Size: 4x6; Paper: 14pt Cardstock Gloss; Printing: Full color both sides
Shipping: FREE UPS Ground Shipping in the US

Eligibility: Limited to US Residents due to shipping costs. We will negotiate better shipping rates soon.

How to Enter:

How do you plan on using your postcards? (mandatory)

What will you put on them? (mandatory)

Extras:

Add me to your blogroll or add my button.
Blog it, link back to this post. (2 extra)
Favorite my blog on any of the "Add this" profiles (Digg, Technorati, Stumble, etc)
Friend/Fan @ Facebook (Networked Blogs is to the left of this posting)
Subscribe by email/RSS. (2 extra)
Follow on Twitter @kristinialeanna & Tweet (daily entries available)

Giveaway ends: November 22nd, 2009 (Sunday @ Midnight EST)

Check out all the wonderful reviews on Uprinting.com's products!

Thanks to Uprinting.com by posting this review I am recieving 100 postcards for hosting this giveaway!

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Uprinting.com - Recent Winner

2009-11-19T08:46:00.000-05:00

Congrats to Momma J!!!!

Check out her blog Crochet by Momma J's Words of Wisdom!

She won the Uprinting.com - 100 brochures Giveaway

Thanks again to Uprinting,com

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Challenge Dairy - Enter to win!!!

2009-11-17T16:58:00.000-05:00

Challenge Dairy, the largest selling butter brand in the West would like to
invite you to tell all of your readers about the sweepstakes we are
currently running! You can enter now for a chance to win A Taste of the
West during a 7-day/6-night trip for 4 people to the incredible Mountain
Sky Guest Ranch in Montana’s Paradise Valley, just North of Yellowstone
National Park. For more information, please visit us at
http://www.challengedairy.com/sweepstakes/index.html.

In addition to world-class fine dining, the guest ranch features cozy
accommodations, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, rock climbing, clay
shooting and much more! Revive, rejuvenate and reconnect with a variety of
activities for everyone in this $17,000 luxury getaway.

But that's not all!

We’ll also be churning more good luck with an $850 kitchen package from Spice Islands and OXO.

Prize Details: Challenge Butter (challengedairy.com) is the largest selling brand in the West and you can taste our difference in everything you cook.Grand PrizeSo we’d like to invite you to enter to win A Taste of the West during a 7-day/6-night trip for 4 people to the incredible Mountain Sky Guest Ranch (mtnsky.com) in Montana’s Paradise Valley, just North of Yellowstone National Park.In addition to world-class fine dining, the guest ranch features cozy accommodations, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, rock climbing, clay shooting and much more! Revive, rejuvenate and reconnect with a variety of activities for everyone.Airfare, food, accommodations and certain activities are all-included in this $17,000 luxury getaway.First PrizeWe’ll also be churning more good luck with an $850 kitchen package from Spice Islands and OXO.Spice Islands (spiceislands.com) is renowned for sourcing and delivering the world’s most flavorful spices, herbs, and extracts. With over 100 distinct products you are sure to find a new favorite among their premium spices and blends at your local grocer.OXO (oxo.com) offers over 850 household products that ease the tasks of everyday life for the widest range of users possible. Their collection of TOP Containers are perfect to store any culinary masterpiece.
Prize Eligibility: This sweepstakes is open to people at least 13 years old that reside in United States.
Sweepstakes Starts: October 08, 2009 @ 12:00 pm (PDT)
Sweepstakes Ends: December 31, 2009 @ 11:59 pm (PST)
Need more Details?: Read the Official Rules

What are you waiting for? Enter in!!!
http://www.challengedairy.com/sweepstakes/index.html.

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Marriage 101 by Jewell R. Powell Blog Tour (November 16-20, 2009)

2009-11-17T13:22:00.001-05:00

Marriage 101 Blog Tour (November 16-20, 2009)

About the Book

Your marriage can be strong, healthy, happy, and blessed. Marriage coach Jewell Powell shows you how in this 8-week plan for marital success. She reveals how God's truths can transform two individuals into the union he desires. Laying a spiritual foundation is crucial to your marriage. In Marriage 101: Building a Life Together by Faith, you will discover God's purpose for marriage, how to develop godly character, how to communicate effectively, and much more. With biblical examples, study questions, and Scripture meditations perfect for individuals or couples, you will be challenged to examine areas in your life that may need change so that your marriage can thrive.

"Jewell Powell knows firsthand what can go wrong in a marriage--and she can help you find your own happily ever after."--Dr. Kevin Leman, author of Turn Up the Heat "Powell is amazingly vulnerable, truly insightful, and deeply grounded. Every Christian couple will find help in this easy read.

"--Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, authors of Love Talk

"For those seeking biblical guidance to enrich or even save their marriages, Marriage 101 is a gift! Be prepared to underline, highlight, and take notes."

--Joseph Malinak and Sarah Elizabeth Malinak, MDiv, authors of Getting Back to Love

Interview questions answered by Jewell R. Powell:

Jewell, tell us about yourself.

Jewell R. Powell, originally born in Atlantic City , NJ is now happily married to Lewis Powell and a mother to two beautiful daughters, Lauren (12) and Diamond (9). She is a graduate of VCMI Ministerial Training School, Florida Institute of Technology and the University of MD.

Her first book Marriage 101: Building a Life Together by Faith is published by Revell a subsidiary of Baker Publishing Group. She has recently released, under her own publishing company (Grace Publishing Inc), a four-part Marriage 101 Mini-Series: Sex & Intimacy, Communication, Parenting, and Finance. In addition, she released a Marriage 101 Journal to complement the Marriage 101 book. Grace Publishing will release in December 2009 the Marriage 101 Marriage Enrichment Curriculum and Pre-Marital Curriculum for marriage ministry leaders.

Jewell R. Powell, affectionately known as The Marriage Coach is an inspirational teacher/speaker and #1 bestselling author. Jewell has made it her mission to help married couples, especially those who are having trouble in their marriages. Jewell is currently working on her children’s series to debut 2010.

Tell us about your book, Marriage 101.

I share a story many know all too well. Whether in their own lives or in those of close family and friends. It’s a story about a marriage in trouble. I take you on my spiritual journey—of how my husband and I went from being engaged and enthusiastic to being frustrated and separated. I share the real issues that plague most marriages and the many challenges we faced. I share the disappointment I felt, looking at what was supposed to be “happily ever after.” But I also share how Lewis and I were able to rebuild our relationship and the lessons learned along the way as I implemented eight biblical truths from searching the Scriptures.

Do you have a favorite bible verse and or quote you wish to share?

Isaiah 55:8-11 “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts…”

I have realized, as a Christian, that God expects me (us) to do things that really don’t make sense. I must say that it is not my favorite scripture but it helps me to stay focus - to do the right thing.

BLOG TOUR DRAWING:

At the end of the week, One Winner (Randomly chosen from all blogs participating in this blog tour - see schedule at http://bit.ly/Marriage101)
will receive a $30 DATE NIGHT certificate to the restaurant of your choice (Applebees, Chili's, Ruby Tuesday or Red Lobster) and a gift pack of books (includes Marriage 101, I Don't Want a Divorce, and Have a New Husband by Friday.)

How to Enter:

How do your and your hubby balance out spending quality time together?
(question above must be answered in the comments along with a valid e-mail address)

Where can readers order your book online?

Amazon.com, mosaicbooks.com, or my website at www.marriage101.us

Visit Jewell R. Powell online http://www.marriage101.us/

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The Lovechild by Ashea S. Goldson Blog Tour

2009-11-17T12:37:00.000-05:00

The Lovechild

In The Lovechild, Makaeli Hunt, a successful fashion designer, has been driven far away from home by her family’s dysfunction. While living in Italy, trying to heal the wounds of yesterday, ambition becomes her comforter. When a family emergency forces her to return to her home, in seven life altering days, amidst memories of a tumultuous past,will one revealed secret drive her away from her family and God forever? Or will she discover what it means to be God’s lovechild?

Dealing with issues of racism, depression, self-esteem, drug addiction, mental illness, verbal and physical abuse,The Lovechild is a story of redemption and re-dedication, confirming our victory in Jesus Christ.

About the Author

Ashea Goldson,originally born in Brooklyn, NewYork is a wife of twenty three years, a mother of two daughters, a grandmother of one,a graduate of Fordham University, a writer, a poet, a publisher,a reviewer, an internet radio host,an educator, and a co-founder of a Christian preparatory school. Active in the ministry, she is a dedicated member of World Changers Church International for many years. She has a lifetime of experience with writing which ranges from being published in local newspapers, magazines, and online publications to full length books.

Her first Christian fiction novel is The Lovechild, published by Urban Christian Publishers in 2008. Ashea’s short story entitled “The Kit Cat Trial” will be released in an anthology named Pets Across America in September 2009. Her second Christian fiction novel, Joy Comes In The Morning, will be released in July 2010, also by Urban Christian Publishers. She has recently released a non-fiction title, Resurrecting Vision: 45 steps To Digging Up Your Destiny And Seeing It Through God’s Eyes through her own publishing company.

Calling herself a kingdom writer, and passionate about this calling, she is currently working on her third novel, random poems, several short stories, a children’s book, and is organizing a literacy group for youth in her community. During her relaxation time she can be found hanging out with her family, snuggled up to a good book, or listening to gospel music.

Visit Ashea online http://t.ymlp26.com/yhuakaemqaoauumwaxammb/click.php.

Read an excerpt below:

The Lovechild by Ashea Goldson (excerpt) -

Buy the LoveChild at Amazon.com now for just $11.66

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Adopt Us Kids - National Adoption Month

2009-11-13T12:10:00.000-05:00

Did you know it would take less than one percent of the U.S. population to provide a forever family for every child in foster care available for adoption? November is National Adoption Month and we’re part of a coordinated effort between the U.S. Children’s Bureau, Ad Council, and Child Welfare Information Gateway to make the difference of a lifetime for about 130,000 children who deserve a family of their own.

The Global Influence Campaign to help AdoptUsKids.org spread the word about November's National Adoption Month is continuing through the end of the month

The mission of AdoptUsKids is to recruit and connect foster and adoptive families with waiting children throughout the United States. Funded by the Children's Bureau of the Administration for Children and Families, the national photo listing website contains photos and information about children in foster care. A national adoption public service advertising recruitment campaign was launched in July 2004 in a partnership of the Children's Bureau, the Ad Council, and AdoptUsKids, with the goal of raising awareness of the significant number of children in this country waiting to be adopted. New PSA's have been developed as an extension of this highly successful campaign. The latest series of ads in this award-winning campaign target the African American community, in keeping with the effort to diligently recruit from communities representative of the children in care. Thirty-one percent of the children in foster care waiting to be adopted are African American; African American children are overrepresented in the foster care population relative to their percentage in the U. S. general population. Because of this, African American children often wait longer to be adopted.

To learn more, please visit http://adoptuskids.org.
Also follow @PerfectParent on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook

Thanks to: Global Influence - A Resourceful Mommy Media Network

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Climate for a Change (5 WINNERS)

2009-11-12T19:58:00.000-05:00

About:

Global warming: it's one of the hottest scientific and political issues of today. And yet we've all found ourselves asking . . .

- It's freezing outside--where's global warming now?
- Climate is always changing--how do we know this isn't just a cycle?
- Why should Christians care about global warming when we know the world won't end that way?

For all the talk about climate change, there's still a great deal of debate about what it all means, especially among Christians. A CLIMATE FOR CHANGE offers straightforward answers to these questions, without the spin. This book untangles the complex science and tackles many long-held misconceptions about global warming. Authored by a climate scientist and a pastor, A CLIMATE FOR CHANGE boldly explores the role our Christian faith can play in guiding our opinions on this important global issue. (2009)

My views:

Hotter in the summer, colder and more extreme weather than ever in the winter... More and more natural disasters... coincidence? Global warming is affecting us all and its interesting to read the views from Katharine Hayhoe & Andrew Farley on the role Christianity can help in guiding us on this important issue.

Information:

Book Information:
A Climate for Change by Katharine Hayhoe and Andrew Farley
Faith Words
9780446549561
Oct. 2009
206 pages
$22.99 US

Visit the website and blog.

Read an excerpt HERE.

Want to Win a copy of Climate for a Change?

I have "5" copies to giveaway!!!!

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Answer the following: "Are you worried about our ever changing climate? If so why?

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Giveaway ends November 26th, 2009 at Midnight (EST).
Giveaway open to Canada & US only, no POB.

Thanks to Hachette for this wonderful review opportunity, that provided me with "Climate for a Change"for my own personal review.

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Your Friend shops easy and thinks you should too!

2009-11-12T18:52:00.001-05:00

CSN Stores offers the largest selection of items for your home and office, at the lowest prices! As a rewards member you get $15 toward your first order and 3% back on every purchase. Plus, earn $15 for every friend you refer who makes a purchase!

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Cell Phones For Soldiers

2009-11-12T08:14:00.000-05:00

Cell Phones For Soldiers

Cell Phones for Soldiers

Fighting far across the sea,
No contact with their families,
Donate your old cell phone
To let a soldier call home.

Call of Duty

Cell Phones for Soldiers is a non-profit organization that turns your old cell phones into useable minutes of prepaid calling cards for U.S. soldiers stationed overseas. Sacrificing their lives and time with their families, our troops deserve to at least be provided with the means to contact their loved ones.

Donated cell phones are sold to a recycling company called ReCellular. Recycling is important seeing that Americans replace an estimated 130 million cell phones each year.
Cell Phone donation is simple and free. Printable postage paid shipping labels are provided and/or money can be directly donated via a check, money order, or online with a credit card.
Drop-off of cell phones is convenient and easy. There are over 40,000 registered drop-off locations throughout the country which can easily be found on the organization's website.
Specific soldiers can be requested so that they may be given prepaid calling cards. This is the only way to get the addresses for needy troops because the Department of Defense abides by a policy of never giving out information about deployed service people.

READ MORE ON THIS HERE: Cell Phones For Soldiers

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The Power of Parents - MADD

2009-11-10T09:19:00.000-05:00

Did you know that alchol is one of the easiest items your child can get there hands on? Hard to believe isn't it? Its legal... as long as your 21+... Anyone can buy it for them with a little bribery... could be an older friend, even us, most parent's I know do drink and have a cabinet with liquor inside. Easy access right there. I will not judge any adult who does drink but if you do, lock it up just as you should do for any prescription drugs.

On October 27th, MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) launched The Power of Parents: It's Your Influence (www.thepowerofparents.org). A very informative and helpful program for any parent, drinking can start at any age, just as you will see on the website they have resources for parents of Elementary, Middle School, High School, and even College.

Look at this new report by the National Center on Addiction & Substance Abuse (CASA) @ Columbia University:

Compared to teens who have frequent family dinners (five or more per week), those who have infrequent family dinners (fewer than three per week) are more than one and a half times likelier to use alcohol? This according to the Importance of Family Dinners V.

Talk to your kids "early" about alcohol abuse and the effects it can have not just on them but on others.

Read More:
http://www.thepowerofparents.org/

Additional References:

MADD Blog: http://maddparents.blogspot.com/
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/maddparents
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/MADDs-Power-of-Parents-Its-your-influence/131838435851
Safety Quiz: http://www.madd.org/parents/highschool-drinking2.html
Support 21 Survey: http://support.madd.org/support21

“I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central on behalf of MADD. A donation was made to MADD in my name to thank me for taking the time to participate.”

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Los Angeles Moving Company - Melrose Moving

2009-11-07T18:36:00.000-05:00

Are you planning a move soon? Especially to California, the Los Angeles area?

Are you looking for Los Angeles Moving Companies? If so be sure to use Melrose Moving for all your moving needs. Just look at the benefits from moving with Melrose!

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If you are moving to the Los Angeles area, I highly recommend using Melrose Moving to experience the best moving service at a competitive rate! Just call toll free at 1-800-431-3920 to get your free moving quote today! Or click on their site and they'll call you!

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Win a Kindle at Noobie!!!

2009-11-06T14:14:00.002-05:00

This should be on everyone's Christmas list this year! I love to read, don't you?
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2009-11-06T10:38:00.000-05:00

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Enter in today! Great gift basket for all your holiday cooking needs!
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GirlMogulMagazine Insider Club - Giveaway

2009-11-05T11:18:00.001-05:00

Encouraging Successful Girls

ATTENTION MOMS OF TWEEN DAUGHTERS – Do You Want to Ensure Your Daughter’s Future Success?

Have you heard of the GirlMogulMagazine Insider Club? Its an online community for tween girls, Sign up now for a FREE trial version (1 month): http://girlmogulmagazine.com/blog1/?p=2239

If you enjoy GirlMogulMagazine Insider Club its just an addition $4.99 per month. If your a Mom of a Tween/Teen girl this is the club for her, looking for GirlMogul Mom? Click HERE. This is less than the average store bought magazine and its full of great information from dealing with the following issues:

Moms, are you worried that your daughter:

• Won’t make positive choices?
• Won’t develop high self-esteem?
• Won’t do well in school?
• Won’t be invested in the future?
• Is still waiting for the fairy tale prince to come?

Did You Know?
• Eating disorders, low self esteem and depression are the most common health problems in girls?
• Many girls begin dieting as EARLY as the age of 10
• By 15, girls are twice as likely to be depressed than are boys
• By age 10, girls begin to think being smart isn’t cool and start to play dumb

Would you rather your daughter have:
• A positive body image
• Amazing self esteem
• Tremendous confidence in school
• Money smarts
• Exciting goals and a plan to achieve them
• Her Own Talents and Interests
• And the Knowledge she can do anything she sets her mind to?

The GirlMogul Insider Club is filled with engaging and fun content made just for her. Interactive quizzes, contests, projects, that stimulate their minds. No worries about reality TV shows taking over her brain and making her think that , that is really how the world is, cause in all "Reality" those shows aren't the way we want our future "women" to view the world.

This is just a small bit of what all is included once you join, you have full access to the
GirlMogul Insider Club , a monthly e-book, join in on the book club, and win great prizes like digital cameras, iPods, digital cameras, gift certificates and much more!

Andrea Stein - Founder of GirlMogul - Encouraging Successful Girls

Special for my readers:

Sign up GirlMogulMagazine (free trial for 1 month)

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Holiday Gift Guide Day 1 - Children's Music

2009-11-05T10:08:00.003-05:00

Remember, the Holiday Gift Guide & Giveaways! You can find more prizes at Janet & Erin's blogs. If you register to win ANY prize on their blogs, you get extra entries. Come back and tell me what you signed up to win.

Big Truck Music

So are you ready to dance, sing, and have fun? Rockin', Rollin' And Ridin' with Rebecca Frezza & Big Truck is a must have this holiday season for your lil' star in the making. This fun filled cd releases on November 10th!

You may remember Rebecca Frezza from Noggin's "Move to the Music", they show her videos throughout the day and also on "Jack's Big Music Show". She's been featured in 8 music videos on PBS too. Her songs are catchy and fun not just for the kids either, I've found myself singing her tunes! Winner of 14 National Awards its a wonder why we love her music soo much!

My son Gabriel (2 yrs) loves music, all kinds of music, especially music he can dance and sing to! When I popped in Rockin', Rollin' & Ridin he was instantly movin' and a groovin'. His favorite songs are calming and melody filled "Smiling Moon", just read these lyrics, they are amazing and all of the songs are written by Rebecca Frezza herself.

Take a step and I will follow you
Share a smile and I’ll share one with you
Shining down I will follow you
Watching over all that you do
Seasons pass so quickly, running through the sky
I will always be here shining up so high
Reach up high I will reach for you
Moon beams stretching down to you
Seasons pass so quickly, running through the sky
I will always be here shining up so high
Shining down
Reach up high
Share a smile with me…

His favorite to dance to was Rocketship, its really catchy and this song will have your lil' one definately wanting to go to the moon and back! It goes Rocketship Rocketship to the Moon, Rocketship Rocketship Fly..... Its really catchy and fun!

Pre-Order Now for only $8.99

WANT TO WIN YOUR VERY OWN COPY OF "ROCKIN', ROLLIN', AND RIDIN'?"

*I'm also giving 1 copy away at Loving the Holidays, CLICK HERE ends 11/30*

How to Enter:

I'd like you to check out Rebecca Frezza & Big Truck and let me know of another song off of
Rockin' , Rollin' and Ridin' that you love.

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Giveaway running till 11/30/09 . Winners will be notified shortly afterward by email. Please respond within 48 hours or you forfeit your prize to another participant.

Disclaimer: This review is 100% my opinion and has not been edited or reviewed by anyone. I was not compensated in any other way for this product review.

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