Nov 17, 2014

Reusable Gingerbread House #giveaway




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Nov 15, 2014

Magnificent Tales: Treasury of Bible Stories ~ will it be under your tree this year? #review



Magnificent Tales: Treasury of Bible Stories 
Magnificent Tale Collection (David C. Cook, September 2014)

Children ages 4-8 will be delighted by these rhyming Bible stories pairing spiritual truths with playful illustrations.

Featuring lyrical stories full of lighthearted moments, this colorful

Nov 14, 2014

Kindle Fire HD 7" Kids Edition Holiday #GIVEAWAY


About the Kindle Fire HD Kids Edition 7" Tablet

This is a HOT PRODUCT! The all-new Kindle Fire HD Kids Edition Tablet also comes with 1 year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited (which means kids get unlimited access to 5,000 books, movies, TV shows, educational apps, and games—at no additional cost!). It includes a quad-core processor for great performance, a vivid HD display, front and rear-facing cameras, and Dolby Audio PLUS comes with a

Return to Chelsey Falls by Marianne Gowers ~ Book Blast & #giveaway


Return to Chelsey Falls Return to Chelsey Falls

After the death of his mother, fourteen year old, Wyatt Barnes was sent to live with his grandparents in Chelsey Falls, Washington. That summer was filled with new friends and new adventures until his life was turned upside down for a second time. Almost ten years later, an offer to teach at the high school in Chelsey Falls, brings Wyatt back to

Nov 13, 2014

KIRK CAMERON’S SAVING CHRISTMAS #review & #giveaway


This Christmas, have your family join with Kirk Cameron’s family and dive headfirst into all the joy, dancing, celebration, feasting, imagination, and traditions that glorify the true “reason for the season.”  
KIRK CAMERON’S SAVING CHRISTMAS is an engaging story that provides a biblical basis for our time-honored traditions and celebrations, and the inspiration to stand strongly against a culture that wants to trivialize and eliminate the faith elements of this holy season.

Orkin #MouseInAHouse Cozy Fleece Winter Blanket Giveaway!



Fall has arrived, and cooler weather has come with it. Whether or not you know it, your warm house is an open invitation to unwanted guests looking for a cozy winter vacation: rodents. Each fall, rodents migrate from their outdoor “summer home” to the warmth, food and shelter of their “winter timeshare” – your house!
Being human has its perks, like having a cozy house to enjoy during the winter, but imagine having to survive

Nov 8, 2014

I'm off to DISNEY JR! You can come too . . . check it out!

Still a few seats available - would love to see YOU there!


Disney Junior Live On Tour! Pirate & Princess Adventure
November 8, 2014
Peoria Civic Center
And don't forget the Special bonus! Starting ten minutes before every performance join loveable Doc McStuffins for a special pre-show!  You can help Doc take care of one of her beloved toys with her own special brand of love and magic. Free to all ticket holders.
Ticket Prices:
Front Row: $65
VIP: $45
Price Level 3: $35
Price Level 4: $25
Performance Times:
Saturday, November 8- 11AM/2PM/5PM  ~ TODAY!



Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”.

MUMC Craft SALE opens today! Lots of great handmade crafts & fantastic #gifts!


Morton
United Methodist Women
CRAFT SALE
AND MARKET

Morton United Methodist Church
420 N Tennessee

Saturday
November 8, 2014

9am – 3pm

Hand crafted gifts, homemade food
 and bakery items, perfect for a
unique Christmas gift!

All proceeds are used for local and
international missions.

Nov 7, 2014

It’s this Monkey’s Business by Debra Máres

Book review: It’s this Monkey’s Business
                     Written by Debra Máres
                        Illustrated by Taylor Christensen


Cabana, a young spider monkey is brought to life to tell her story growing up with domestic violence and divorce. Cabana, who lives with her parents in a treehouse high up in a rainforest canopy, becomes startled one day from her Mama's scream, when she is waiting atop a tree branch for her Papa to teach her how to swing. After falling to the forest floor, Cabana frustrated from her parents' fighting, decides she will search for a new family to be part of, but is faced with a dangerous world. 

It's This Monkey's Business safely explores with children, issues surrounding domestic violence in the home. Targeting ages 4-8, this easy-to-understand story is intended for families who have been affected by domestic violence or wish to bring awareness to it. This book is intended where parents decide to separate or divorce as a result of a domestic dispute, but plan to stay active and involved in their child's life.

My review: Ms. Máres tackles a very difficult subject with her story about divorce and domestic abuse. I think young children will relate to her little monkey Cabana going through these family hardships, feeling confused and scared. But Cabana discovers that she still has an important place in both her parents’ lives, and that sometimes it is beneficial to break up the toxic family environment and start over. I believe this story can show young children the light at the end of the tunnel, especially when Cabana ends up still being close to both her mom and dad. The book can be a great tool in helping young kids cope with their fears and confusion. The sweet illustrations will appeal to young readers and help put them at ease with this difficult subject. 



Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”.

Nov 3, 2014

It's ALMOST HERE! So exciting! Hurry Tickets are selling FAST! #Disney Jr LIVE

Hurry Tickets are selling FAST!


Disney Junior Live On Tour! Pirate & Princess Adventure
November 8, 2014
Peoria Civic Center

And don't forget the Special bonus! Starting ten minutes before every performance join loveable Doc McStuffins for a special pre-show!  You can help Doc take care of one of her beloved toys with her own special brand of love and magic. Free to all ticket holders.

Ticket Prices:
Front Row: $65
VIP: $45
Price Level 3: $35
Price Level 4: $25

Performance Times:
Saturday, November 8- 11AM/2PM/5PM



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Disclosure:   I received something of value from Feld Entertainment as part of their Insider Program.  Any opinions I have expressed are my own.    I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”.