Long Beach-based FreeConferenceCall.com has created a "Santa hotline" for kids of all ages to call in at any time, until December 25, to leave a message for Santa. Children may dial 951-262-3062, listen to Santa, wait for the tone and leave him a message. Long distance charges may apply.Shoot, I'm tempted to call and leave Santa message myself. Goodness knows I've threatened my son with it … [Read more...]
Review & Giveaway: Kikkoman Soy Brined Turkey
I had heard of the term "brining a turkey" before but I had no idea what it was. I've never actually made a turkey myself before. Don't laugh, I know I am a grown woman but my husband has always been in charge of the turkey. When Kikkoman approached us about trying their brine recipe I figured now was as good of time as any to cook a turkey all on my own. It was a lot easier than I thought and … [Read more...]
20% off Entire Purchase at Ulta
You can take 20% off your entire purchase at Ulta.com with code 24103 starting today through December 24th. Some exclusions apply but you will be able to apply the discount to certain products from bare Minerals, Smashbox, Too Faced, and Pür Minerals which are usually among the list of exluded items!For your daily dose, check out the latest freebies, sweeps & paid surveys … [Read more...]
Review: Need for Speed Nitro for Nintendo Wii
My son is only two but someday he is going to appreciate his mom's interest in video games. I can't wait until he is old enough to play with me. In the meantime, I will keep building my little collection. The latest addition is Need for Speed Nitro for Nintendo Wii. Like the Need for Speed movies, the game is action packed. Each customizable car has it's own engine sound and sounds awesome on … [Read more...]
Review & Giveaway: Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Toothbrushes for Kids
One of my favorite things to use as a stocking stuffer is a new toothbrush. With all of the fancy powered ones with cute characters on them, the kids see it as a treat and it encourages them to want to brush.Arm & Hammer makes some super cute ones. I love the butterfly one pictured above. The handle is the perfect size for little hands. The bristles are soft and the head is a good size- … [Read more...]
Want to Win a $5,000 Shopping Spree?
TJ Maxx and Marshalls are hosting a "Carol-oke" contest to support Toys for Tots. You can upload a video of you singing one of four different carols (two of which have a twist) to a special YouTube channel.Marshalls and T.J. Maxx will be awarding prizes to 16 carolers. The top 15 videos from any of the four carols will receive $100 gift cards from T.J. Maxx and Marshalls.Additionally, the best … [Read more...]