Crocodile Isle Inflatable Water Slide Giveaway

Brought to you by Blast Zone

Reviewz & Newz and Inside My Head are happy to be co-hosting this giveaway for a Crocodile Isle Water Slide.

The Crocodile Isle Water Slide holds up to 5 kids, has 2 slides, and a climbing ramp. This water slide is very durable and easy to set up with the included blower and water tubes. Just unfold, attach the blower, attach the water tubes to a water hose and turn it on. Within minutes, you are ready to slide. Once deflated, almost all of the water is out of the pool. Let it dry for a few hours before folding and placing in the included tote bag. Everything you need is in the box! It cannot get any easier than this. And I never left my home! You can read a review here.

The Crocodile Isle Water Slide is perfect for entertaining the kids on a hot summer day. They’ll have hours of fun in their own back yard!

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GIVEAWAY

One lucky person will be the proud new owner of a Crocodile Isle Water Slide by Blast Zone. Please bookmark this page so you can come back for the daily entries. Open to US residents only. Giveaway Dates: May 22-June 22, 2013

Father’s Day Gift Idea: A Customized Photo Book from Blurb (DISCOUNT CODE)

When it comes to picture-taking, almost all of my current photos feature my 9-year-old twins. Unfortunately, the rest of the family often gets neglected (especially since they hate to get their pictures taken). So when my oldest son recently graduated from college, I took the opportunity to create a photo book featuring just him! I went through all of my photos from the past 10 years and picked out ones that I liked. And then I created a photo book from Blurb!

Blurb allows you to make photo books three different ways: easy-to-use templates, more customization, and full creative control. I’m not very graphics-savvy, so I chose one of the templates from their Designer collection. I selected the Marfa design, which looks like this:

It was so easy to use the Bookify program. I just uploaded my photos and placed them on each individual page. I also personalized the cover with a photo, along with my son’s name and the date. The result was a beautiful 7x7-inch hardcover photo book that I will cherish forever!

If you’re more creative than I am, you can create books from your pictures on Facebook or Instagram. Design your own book in various sizes and formats. Order multiple copies for family and friends and get a discount on bulk orders! Blurb’s photobooks are easy, fun and affordable.

Father’s Day will be here soon, and a customized photo book would be the perfect gift for the fathers, grandfathers, and other special guys in your life! You can fill your book with favorite photos, quotes and words of wisdom, pictures of special events, and even family recipes. The possibilities and ideas are endless! Use the following discount code to start creating your gift today!

DISCOUNT CODE: FATHERSDAY
10% off a $50 order
15% off a $100 order
20% off a $150 order or more
Good through June 3, 2013

LINKS
Blurb website: www.blurb.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BlurbBooks
Twitter: @BlurbBooks
Google+: http://plus.google.com/+BlurbBooks/posts

Children’s Book Review: The Big Bad Wolf Goes on Vacation, by Delphine Perret

When your best friend is the big bad wolf, naturally you’ll want him to go on summer vacation with you! That’s what happens in the delightful children’s book, The Big Bad Wolf Goes on Vacation, by Delphine Perret. In this quirky book, Louis is looking forward to going on a road trip to the beach with his grandfather over summer vacation. But Bernard, the big bad wolf who lives in the closet, wants to tag along. Surprisingly, Grandpa is a good sport about bringing Bernard, and they have many adventures along the way. Bernard’s feelings get hurt whenever he’s mistaken for a dog. And Grandpa’s not too happy when Bernard wraps the toll ticket around his chewed gum. Bernard’s idea of hunting is raiding a vending machine, and he’s disgusted when a cow slobbers on him. But the trio has a great time when they arrive at the beach. And they all conclude that “A vacation without a wolf is like a beach without seashells”!

Bernard, a talking, vegetarian wolf, will make every child wish they had their own big bad wolf (who’s not so bad) to accompany them on vacation. He chews gum, gets flies stuck in his teeth, and knows how to keep his cool (NOT!). He’s the perfect friend, especially since “he doesn’t eat children anymore…” I hope you’ll pick up a copy of The Big Bad Wolf Goes on Vacation for your child’s summer reading! And, of course, you’ll want to read it on your next road trip, along with following these vacation tips from the big bad wolf:

• Don’t eat the children (you’ll have no one to play with!)
• Be kind to Grandma and Grandpa because they buy you ice cream
• Always use sunblock and sunglasses on the beach (to prevent premature wolf aging!)
• Try not to get cookie crumbs on the car seat

You can find The Big Bad Wolf Goes on Vacation, by Delphine Perret at Barnes and Noble and Amazon!

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A Fabulous Father’s Day Giveaway from Teddy Bears Personalized!

Father’s Day is less than a month away, which means it’s time to start looking for the perfect gift for Dad, Grandpa, Hubby or the Father-to-Be! Show him how much he means to you with a personalized teddy bear (or other plush animal) from Teddy Bears Personalized!

Each high-quality teddy bear is made from luxurious fabric, and you can personalize it by selecting a sweater or hoodie for your bear, embroidered with your own personal message. Your gift even comes with a free greeting card that you can personalize, too!

Our family owns several of the teddy bears and plush animals from Teddy Bears Personalized, and we are crazy about them. They’re soft, lovable, and one-of-a-kind. They make the perfect gift for showing someone how much you love them. Visit www.teddybearspersonalized.com to select one for the special man in your life for Father’s Day. Shipping is free in the United States!

GIVEAWAY

FIRST PLACE: Winner’s Choice of a Personalized Sweater Bear or a Hoodie Bear

SECOND PLACE: Teddy Bear Keychain (4 inches)

Enter through the easy Rafflecopter form below. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only and will end at 11:59 PM EDT on Tuesday, June 4, 2013.

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Disclosure: I have received complimentary products from this company, but all opinions are 100% my own.

Wisk Deep Clean PowerBlasts for Easier and Cleaner Laundry! (COUPON)

With four sons and a husband, I’ve seen a lot of sweat. My oldest son will hate me for sharing this, but I recently threw out a ton of his t-shirts because of pit stains. So, you can imagine that a product which promises to do battle with sweat and body oils in the laundry is the pick for me! That product is Wisk Deep Clean PowerBlasts. Not only does this product feature a special “Micro-Cleaner formula” to seek and attack sweat and body oils, but it’s also the easiest laundry detergent I’ve ever used. I just drop a single-dose pac in the drum of my washer, throw in the clothes, and they’re ready to wash! It doesn’t get any easier than that. And I’ve definitely noticed an improvement in the pit-stain department!

Summer’s almost here, and your family will be sweating a lot more in the heat. I suggest that you arm yourself with some Wisk Deep Clean PowerBlasts now so you’ll be ready for the sweaty laundry of summer! If you don’t think this is a problem in your household, you might be interested in knowing that there are 20 times more hidden body oils and sweat in an average wash load than there are visible stains! Yes, you may not see the body oil, but it’s lurking in your family’s laundry. And, eventually, the build-up will damage and ruin the clothes.

I hope you’ll pick up a package of Wisk Deep Clean PowerBlasts and give them a try. I love the convenience (no messy liquids or powders) and the cleaning power. They’re safe for use in all types of washing machines (I use a front-loading high-efficiency machine), and can be used in all water temperatures, even cold. They’re a must-have for your family’s summer laundry!

CLICK HERE FOR A COUPON FOR $1.00 OFF WISK DEEP CLEAN POWERBLASTS!

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Blast Zone Air Walker Bounce Castle Giveaway

Air Walker Bounce Castle Giveaway
Brought to you by Blast Zone

Host: Inside My Head 

Co-Hosts: Reviewz & Newz and Java John Z's

Full Review HERE

Product Description: The Blast Zone Air Walker Bounce Castle provides bouncing fun for up to three kids and is fully enclosed by heavy-duty netting to ensure safety.

Within a few short minutes of opening the box, your Air Walker kid's outdoor inflatable bouncer is ready to use. The included fan provides constant airflow into the bouncing castle while your kids bounce away. The BlastZone.com Air Walker Bounce Castle stores easily in the included bag.

Blast Zone uses reinforced construction and commercial vinyl bounce surfaces for extended durability. Impact zones are double and quadruple reinforced.

Imagine the hours of fun your children will have this summer in the Blast Zone Air Walker Bounce Castle!

DISCOUNT CODE:
Enjoy 10% off at BlastZone.com with the code: BOUNCEBLOG

GIVEAWAY TIME!!

Enter Through the Rafflecopter Below to Win

Blast Zone Air Walker Bounce Castle

Open to US Residents Only

5/20 - 6/20/2013

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Family Movie Review: Puppy Love, Starring Candace Cameron Bure

My kids have been hooked on reruns of Full House on TV lately, so when we heard that Candace Cameron Bure, who played DJ Tanner on the series, had a movie out on DVD, we were really excited to watch it on our weekly Family Movie Night! Originally airing on the Hallmark Channel, Puppy Love tells the story of single mom Megan Nolan, played by Candace Cameron Bure (who is now all grown up, and a wife and mom in real life)! She and her daughter have moved to a new town, and Megan decides to get Caitlin a dog when she has trouble locating new friends. Unfortunately, Caitlin picks out the biggest, worst-mannered dog at the animal shelter!

Therefore, Megan is all too ready to get rid of him when his previous owner shows up -- a semi-pro ballplayer named Ben. But when Ben and Megan see how attached Caitlin is to the dog, Jake, they decide to share custody of him. Caitlin and Megan will keep Jake while Ben’s on the road playing ball. This seems to be the ideal solution, but Megan and Ben don’t exactly see eye-to-eye on training the dog to learn some manners. Will this touchy custody arrangement work out?

My boys and I really enjoyed watching Puppy Love. The plot wasn’t difficult to predict, but my kids didn’t mind a bit because it was such a fun story. They loved seeing the trouble that Jake got into, and they could definitely relate to the girl’s affection for the dog despite his imperfections. And being Little League players, they liked that Jake’s original owner was a baseball player. (From a mom’s standpoint, he was very nice to look at, too! And the romantic subplot will keep adults entertained.) Puppy Love stars a terrific actress, a dog, and a hunky ballplayer -- what more could you ask for? It’s perfect for Family Movie Night!

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Winners for the Week of May 12, 2013

A SCHOLAR’S JOURNEY BOOK BLAST: KINDLE, $20 AMAZON GIFT CARD & eBOOK

Congratulations to the winner: Amanda W.!

DAVID’S SONG BOOK BLAST: $50 AMAZON GIFT CARD OR PAYPAL CASH

Congratulations to the winner: Amy J.!

$300 HOME DEPOT GIFT CARD AND “BROOD X” GIVEAWAY

Congratulations to the winner: Daraya!

$10 GIFT CODE FOR A MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION AT MAGAZINES.COM

Congratulations to the winner: Rose B.!

REMANUFACTURED INK CARTRIDGE FROM LD PRODUCTS (UP TO $100 VALUE)

Congratulations to the winner: Robin T.!

AMERICAN GIRL BITTY TWINS DOLLS WITH OUTFITS AND BOOK

Congratulations to the winner: Tabitha S.!

PAMPERS SWEET SLEEP TIME PRIZE PACK ($100 RV)

Congratulations to the winner: Linda L. and Kathie S.C.!

ALEXANDER DRAKE BOOK BLAST: $50 AMAZON GIFT CARD OR PAYPAL CASH

Congratulations to the winner: Tamara B.!

RING THE BELL (DVD)

Congratulations to the winner: Deanna T.!

Super Saturday Giveaway Linky (May 18, 2013)

I know it's only May, but it feels like summer is here already. My oldest son has graduated from college. My second son is home from college and working his summer job. One of my twins has started his summer swim team practice and his brother has started practices for his baseball travel team. And it's been really warm, too. The twins will be out of school in a few weeks and starting summer camp, and then it will really feel like summer. Hurray! Let's celebrate by entering some giveaways! Check out those listed in the linky below and on my right sidebar. And if you're hosting a giveaway, please share it with us in the linky. Happy (almost) summer!

Reach for Rooibee Red Tea This Summer!

Summer is almost here, so it’s a good time to remind ourselves to drink plenty of fluids to stay well-hydrated on those hot summer days. Unfortunately, so many of the drinks available are not healthy choices. I admit that I’ve mixed up plenty of pitchers of sugar and powdered drink mixes for my kids, and kept the refrigerator well-stocked with sodas for everyone. But this summer, I plan to serve my family a better choice -- tea, especially Rooibee Red Tea!

This bottled organic red tea made from the South African rooibos bush is certified USDA organic, caffeine-free, high in antioxidants, and low in calories. And it comes in 5 delicious flavors: Cranberry Pomegranate, Peach, Vanilla Chai, Watermelon Mint, and Unsweetened. I recently had the opportunity to try all five flavors. I’m especially partial to the Vanilla Chai, but I love them all!

This summer, pledge to reach for healthier drinks in the summer heat, such as Rooibee Red Tea. Introduce it to the whole family, and turn them on to the great flavor and health benefits of tea. You can find Rooibee Red Tea in all 50 states, at stores like Kroger and Whole Foods. Learn more about this delicious beverage through the links below.

LINKS
www.RooibeeRedTea.com
Facebook.com/RooibeeRedTea
Twitter.com/RooibeeRedTea

Waterpik Celebrates Home Improvement Month with Tips from Home Expert Cassandra LaValle, Plus a Giveaway for a Waterpik RainFall+ Showerhead and Home Depot Gift Card!

For those of us on a tight budget, Home Improvement Month might sound like an expensive way to celebrate the month, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Cassandra LaValle, founder of the lifestyle company, Coco+Kelley, wants you to know that you don’t have to use a lot of time or money to make the most of Home Improvement Month. So, I was thrilled when I was given the opportunity to ask Cassandra some questions about updating my home, which she answered on this video exclusively for readers of my blog. Take a look!

Wasn’t that great?! As you saw in the video, updating your bathroom can be as major as replacing a tub, or it can be as simple as installing a new showerhead that will make you feel like you’ve spent a lovely time at the spa without the expense. Waterpik’s RainFall+ Powerspray showerhead is the ultimate in luxury! But don’t be intimidated by the thought of installing it yourself. My hubby had this thing in the shower in minutes! No plumber or special tools are required. I hate wimpy showers with low water flow, so now I’m in heaven with the Waterpik RainFall+ Powerspray because its OptiFLOW technology improves water force up to 30%. And the 7 high-performance spray settings ensure that you can select the shower experience you want. I love the wide showerhead that enables me to be engulfed in warm water. No cold spots, hurray!

So, now I’m having a very happy Home Improvement Month thanks to Cassandra LaValle and Waterpik, and I want you to have a great month, too. Read on to find out about an awesome giveaway for you!

GIVEAWAY

One lucky reader will receive a Waterpik RainFall+ Powerspray showerhead (Model #ASR-733; $39.99 MSRP), some lovely candles to decorate your home, and a $25 Home Depot gift card! To enter, simply fill out the easy Rafflecopter form below. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only and will end at 11:59 PM EDT on Thursday, May 30, 2013.

Children’s Book Review and Giveaway: Truck Stop, by Anne Rockwell

Susan Heim on Parenting is pleased to be a stop on the tour for the new children’s book, Truck Stop, by Anne Rockwell, illustrated by Melissa Iwai.

A little boy and his family own the truck stop along the side of the highway, and each day before school, the boy helps greet the truckers and serves them breakfast. He knows all of the “regulars,” from Eighteen-Wheeler to Diligent Dan’s Moving Van. But where is Green Gus, the old green pickup? As the boy travels to school on the bus, he spies Green Gus on the side of the road with a very sad driver beside it. He asks his school bus driver to call the truck stop so they can send Pete and Priscilla’s Tow Truck to pick up Green Gus and bring him back for Uncle Marty to fix. The boy saves the day, and the next day will bring more trucks to the truck stop for the boy and his family to welcome.

When I first received this book, I was expecting it just to be about different types of trucks, so I was delighted to find such an adorable story included. Children learn what it’s like to run a family business, where everyone pitches in and works hard to make it a special day for the people who depend on them. Kids will also be inspired by the little boy’s thoughtfulness in making sure that Green Gus receives the help he needs. And, of course, they will learn about the various types of trucks that travel our nation’s highways each day and the hard-working drivers who operate them. The colorful, eye-catching illustrations by Melissa Iwai are delightful, too. I highly encourage you to add this book to your child’s home library! And CLICK HERE to download some free Truck Stop themed activity sheets for your child by illustrator Melissa Iwai!

About the author:
Anne Rockwell (www.annerockwell.com) began writing and illustrating children's books in the 1950s and is well known and loved by generations of children. Her work has won many awards and accolades. She lives in Connecticut.

About the illustrator:
Melissa Iwai (www.melissaiwai.com) has illustrated over twenty picture books, and has both written and illustrated Soup Day. A California native, Melissa now lives in Brooklyn, not far from the Brooklyn Bridge, with her husband and son.

GIVEAWAY

One lucky winner will receive the hardcover children’s book, Truck Stop, by Anne Rockwell. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only and will end at 11:59 PM EST on Thursday, May 30, 2013.