$50 LocalPages GC Giveaway to Museum 5/18 WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

Gwwg said...

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May 18, 2011 10:54 PM 

As long as this winner has not won previously on other LocalPages giveaways, he will win the $50 GC.  An e-mail is being sent to the winner and LocalPages to verify.  If she does not respond within 48 hours, a new winner will be selected as well as if she is a past winner.  Thanks to all those who entered!

I haven't been to a museum in years but I have fond memories of them while in school.  The educational experience alone should be making me feel ashamed of myself for not taking my children to one sooner.  I think the only one in our area closed down but all I have to do is check out LocalPages.com and search for the closest one.  I was surprised that there are three other museums in the Augusta, Georgia area.  


I'm really loving the LocalPages feature of finding anything I want so quickly not to mention local deals, coupons and more in one spot.  It's really a great resource for everything local!

LocalPages.com is providing another gift card to one of my winners but this time, it's for the museum in your area!  A $50 gift card could go a long way in bringing the family to enjoy some wonderful family time.


To Enter:


Follow my blog and this is a little different than my other giveaways (per sponsor request) and with your comment, tell me which museum you would visit in your area and include www.localpages.com at the end of your comment.  The winner will receive a gift card to that location.

Extra Entries:

• Like Local Pages on Facebook
• Subscribe to my blog
• Follow me on Twitter
• Like me on Facebook
• Tweet about this giveaway (can be done daily for two entries)
• Blog about this giveaway (can be done twice at least 7 days apart for five entries)
• Enter any of my other giveaways (five entries)

Giveaway ends 5/18 at midnight (EST) - Winner will be selected via random.org

Eligibility Notes:

In order to be eligible to win, commenters must be at least 18 years old, reside in the U.S. and must not have won any Local Pages giveaways within the past 30 days. There is a one prize per household limit per 30 day period. Winners will need to provide their first and last name, e-mail address, shipping address and phone number (used only for the purchase of gift cards).

*Disclaimer:  I was not compensated for this giveaway.

$50 Apothica SkinCareRX.com Gift Card Giveaway 3/30 - International - WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

Belinda M had stated she won already and graciously allowed me to choose a new winner:

I tweeted on 3/13 - http://twitter.com/#!/PurpleLarkspur/status/47049872821583872

entry 2

larkspurpurple (at) gmail.com

An e-mail has been sent and she has 48 hours to respond before a new winner is selected by random.org.  Thanks to all those who entered!

When I hear Hourglass Cosmetics I think timeless, feminine and sophistication.  Hourglass Cosmetics is all that and more to me.  It include a full line of products that not only leave you with a great look but they are products created with functional purposes.  From cruelty-free, made from PETA-friendly synthetic fiber brushes to compacts with 360 degree swivel top mirrors, the products were made ideally for us women.  One of the products I plan to try is the Hourglass Cosmetics Extreme Sheen Lip Gloss - Origami mostly because the key ingredient is Vitamin E which is an antioxidant that protects and moisturizes.  It also has titanium dioxide which helps to protect against UVA/UVB rays and sunflower seed oil to provide the shine.  I like the idea of wearing make up that makes me look good but is also good for me.  The other feature I like is with each product description, the key ingredients are noted along with the feature the ingredient provides.  This is great knowing ahead of time what the make up does to help me look beautiful.

Apothica.com is a great beauty store to get all the wonderful products you love and ones you don't quite know you love.  If you are like my oldest daughter and I, we like to try many products until we find the ones we love.  Apothica is not just for women as there are an array of products for men as well as products for home and laundry.  Here are some more great name brands that Apothica carries:

• Napoleon Perdis
• Becca Makeup
• Laura Geller
• Oscar Blandi
• Bobbie Brown
• Clinique
• Yves Saint Laurent
• Estee Lauder

 

Here is the part you have been waiting for:

The Giveaway:

One reader will receive a $50 Apothica gift card

To Enter:

Follow my blog and go to Apothica.com, then tweet something about Apothica (must leave the tweet url date stamp) in your comment. 

Extra Entries:

• Visit Apothica.com and write something about a brand you like on your blog and link it to Apothica - please leave url link in your comment - worth five entries
• Tweet about this giveaway - can be done daily - worth two entries per day
• Blog about this giveaway- can be done once - worth five entries
• Like Apothica on Facebook- worth 2 entries

Giveaway ends March 30th at midnight (EST) - Winner selected by random.org.

Please note the following information:

• Apothica will contact the winner chosen from eligible entries via random.org to verify the information.
• After verification, Apothica will e-mail the code for the gift card to be used at SkinCareRx.com, Apothica.com or SkinBotanica.com
• Contest is open internationally but Apothica does not ship to all countries
• Save SkinCareRx as a contact in your e-mail so the mail will not go to the spam folder.

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CSN Stores $45 Gift Card Giveaway 1/25 - WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ....

dvice12 said...

I follow. I like the baby and kids store.

An e-mail will be sent after I post and he/she has 48 hours to respond before a new winner has been chosen.

Thanks to all those who entered!

I managed to take down most of the Christmas decorations and after taking down everything, I noticed how bare my walls are and with getting ready to put the house on the dreary market, I realized how bad they need a make over.  I have had months of experience with CSN Stores given that they have over 200 online stores where you can find anything you need whether it be wall art and decor, fitness equipment, or even cute cookware!  It's really a great place to shop for hundreds of items.

I think the hardest part is figuring out what to purchase.  I have only one mirror and those really dress up a room's atmosphere with the right shape and size.  I also have quite a few pictures but I'm lacking a few in the dining room.  There are over 600 different types of mirrors to choose from but here are some of my favorites:

  

The nice thing is there are so many great ways to search for the perfect mirror whether it's by price, size, style, frame and more.


There are even wall stencils that would really dress up my grandchild's room.  The variety is endless and knowing that I can decorate an entire room from one store is a bonus for me.  I love to shop but I don't want to have to order items from many stores and prefer a one stop shop like All Modern.

 

The Giveaway:


I'm sure you will find a ton of items you would like to buy at the huge array of stores by CSN Stores and now you get a chance to win a $45 gift certificate to use at any of the stores.


To Enter:


Follow my blog and leave a comment on which CSN Store you like the most or what you would do with the $45 GC.

Extra Entries:

• Like CSN Stores on Facebook (three entries)
• Follow CSN Stores on Twitter (two entries)
• Follow me on Twitter (two entries)
• Like me on Facebook (two entries)
• Subscribe to my blog (two entries)
• Tweet about this giveaway & leave your URL link (two entries - can be done daily)
• Blog about this giveaway (five entries)
• Enter any of my other giveaways (five entries)

Giveaway ends 1/25 at midnight (EST).  Open to US and Canada but international fees are not included.

Disclaimer:  I wrote this post as part of my participation in a product giveaway.  The opinions expressed in the post are true and accurate based on prior purchases.

Zuvo Water Purator Review and Giveaway 8/26 - Winner Closed

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

Valancia!

An e-mail has been sent and she has 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen by random.org.

Thanks to all those who entered and voted!

Clean water is so necessary for healthy lives and as a parent, I want only the best for my family to include myself.  When we moved to Georgia, the water tasted and smelled so bad that I couldn't drink it so I ventured down the road of bottled water.  Granted I understand that bottled water mostly comes from the same tap water but some places do osmosis and other processes to make it smell and taste better.  I worry about what's truly in the water since I don't know the origin of the source.  Given those concerns, when I first read about the Zuvo Water Purator, I contacted them about providing a review which they generously agreed to do with each of my mom panel of reviewers.

 

My Review:


I found the Zuvo Water Purator extremely easy to hook up.  I even made a video demonstration below and don't fault me as I did it in one shot and this is my very first video review!  Nevermind the camel statue (from one of my husband's deployment to Afghanistan) in the background and the mess in my office that you can see as I've never been a clean freak!   


Pro's:

• Easy to set up - remove from box, unpack, hook to faucet, plug in and turn on.  Very easy!
• Clean tasting water with no smell - I really liked the taste of it over the plain tap water.
• Fits easy on the counter or it can be assembled under the sink directly to the plumbing with the sink.
• Lights up to ensure it's working - this is very nice and the kids like the pretty blue light with swirling water that fills up the tank.  The blue light is actually the UV at work (see below for more information on the UV lighting).
• Versatile in that the pull or push of the knob, enables tap or filtered water - this will save you money on filters by having a choice.
• Saves you money as there is no longer a need to purchase water.
• Better for the planet with no more plastic garbage and packaging to dispose of.
• Two of my children have chronic medical conditions and although I'm not making any medical claims, I feel better giving them something I feel is better for them based on how the Zuvo works (see below).

Con's:

• It's a little noisy but nothing you can't live with as the benefits of clean water far exceed noise.  
• Costs of filter replacements but again, there is a monetary savings with no more water bottle purchases so it should equate to a pro with the long term savings.

This is a definite must for anyone who is worried about the water ingested and your own health.  I like this system better than my existing PUR water pitchers as it's at my disposal all the time and there is no more filling up pitchers.  

April's Review:


The system was easy to set up and use.  The cost savings is worth the cost of the Zuvo since there are no more purchases of store bought water needed.  The water tasted better than the bottle water we usually purchase and the idea of helping to eliminate trash is a bonus.

The part I liked about the Zuvo system is being able to install it under the counter to be out of sight.  It's light and compact while delivering such high quality tasting water.   It is costly and for someone on a fixed income, it would be a stretch to be able to afford it.   I recommend the Zuvo Water Purator if you are concerned about your drinking water as it's easy to install, easy to use and is a healthier alternative to tap water.  Being pregnant, I feel better about consuming water that has had the contaminates removed.  

Mary's Review:


Overall, I found the Zuvo filter system easy to use, convenient and helps to assure me that my grandkids have a healthy alternative to our tap water.  They loved the blue lighted cylinder and I think that helps to promote and encourage them to drink more water which is far better than soda.  


I was surprised at how easy it was to set up and install.  My husband, who is elderly, had no issues installing it and it went on in a breeze.  We don't have a lot of counter room but the cylinder is small enough that it doesn't really take up a lot of room.   If you don't have a lot of room, you might consider putting it under the counter.   The benefits of the system over the little amount of counter space it takes, exceeds that.  


Note:  I have one more review pending but due to a death in the family, it will be added at a later date.


How Zuvo Works:


The Zuvo has a five step patented process:

• Step 1:  Ozonation - the Zuvo mixes ozone with the incoming tap water to treat the taste and odor contaminants and improves taste.  Ozone leaves no chemical residue.
• Step 2: Ultraviolet Light - High intensity UV light floods the saturated ozone water that helps to clean.
• Step 3: Photo-Oxidation - The Zuvo combines UV and ozone in their patented process which releases powerful oxidizers.
• Step 4: Filtration with Lead Removal - Water is passed through a Class 1 Particulate Reduction Filter that reduces the chlorine taste, odor, lead and tiny particulates.
• Step 5: Post Filtration UV - The filtered water is exposed again to the UV light as it leaves the Zuvo Water Purator.

There are different models available depending on where you purchase it from.  Amazon has one model listed at $205 while they have another model at $289.99. 

Overall, we all recommend the Zuvo Water Purator and feel you will enjoy it too!  The cost of the system will pay off in the long term with the elimination of purchased bottled water, less garbage and a healthier feeling knowing the water has a process to filter out contaminants.

The Zuvo is available at many retailers and to find one, just click here.

The Giveaway:

One lucky winner will receive their very own Zuvo Water Purator! 

To Enter:

Follow my blog and tell me one thing you like about the Zuvo.

Extra Entries (optional):

• Fan Zuvo on Facebook (two entries) and leave a comment on their wall you entered from Health, Beauty, Children & Family.
• Tell me something you learned about Zuvo (two entries).
• Follow me on Twitter (two entries)
• Fan me on Facebook (two entries)
• Subscribe to my blog (two entries)
• Tweet about this giveaway & leave your URL link (two entries - can be done daily)
• Blog about this giveaway (five entries)
• Enter any of my other giveaways (five entries)
• Vote for Angels4Epilepsy for a Pepsi Grant - (can be done daily - five entries)

Giveaway ends 8/26 at midnight - winner chosen by random.org

Thanks for entering and good luck!