Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Leawo PowerPoint to DVD #Giveaway 5 Winners!

Burn PowerPoint to DVD/Blu-ray movie for playback on TV. Ever thought of creating a DVD slideshow using PowerPoint? Or save PowerPoint to DVD disc permanently, not as data, but playable with DVD player? A PPT to DVD burner is what you are seeking for. Leawo PowerPoint to DVD Pro is a master program that helps you to burn PowerPoint to DVD movie for enjoying on TV or projector with DVD player. Smart DVD menu editor creates wonderful DVD menus for manually or automatically quick navigating when playing on TV with a DVD player. This PowerPoint to DVD converter is one of the few that support Blu-ray output. Besides, it also converts PowerPoint presentation to video of 23 formats, which are compatible with websites like YouTube and portable gadgets like iPod, iPhone and iPad.
 

Project Linus with Percy Jackson & Fox

Project Linus is comprised of hundreds of local chapters and thousands of volunteers across the United States. Each volunteer and local chapter all work together to help achieve the mission statement, which states: First, it is a mission to provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.” Second, it is a mission to provide a rewarding and fun service opportunity for interested individuals and groups in local communities, for the benefit of children. Together we have distributed over 4.5 million blankets to children in need since our inception in 1995.
 Through Fox, I was able to help make 25 blankets for Project Linus over the holiday season. This cause really meant something to me, since we have the blanket Mason got from Project Linus when he was in the hospital, and though Mason is gone, I have comfort in knowing that was his last blanket he cuddled with.
Check it all out at Project Linus on Facebook, as well as Project Linus on Twitter.
 
 

Duff Camo Cake #Giveaway

Finally, awesome cake products that are less about coloring inside the lines and more about getting inspired. Dream up your own uncommon cake creation and bake it into reality with professional grade cake mixes, baking pans and tools, plus the best-tasting fondant, colorful icings and wildly creative decorating tools from Duff Goldman, star of Food Network shows “Ace of Cakes” and “Sugar High” and owner of the famed Charm City Cakes. Easy enough for beginners, with the premium quality expected by the pros, this extensive line of baking products is a whole lot of fun for everyone.
I got the Duff Camouflage Cake. Duff's cake mixes are just like the ones used in professional bakeries. One package of this cake mix makes one 9"x13” cake or two double-layer 8” or 9” round cakes. “Hunting” for a dessert to make people say wow? Mix the wild blend of colors in Duff’s new camo cake mix to create a one-of-a-kind confection that stands apart from the herd! I love this cake! So cute! Of course, mine did not turn out like the pic:
I got fudge frosting instead of the orange. And it is not as pretty and clean as the picture on the box, but it sure was fun to try, and so so so so good! I already went out and bought another cake to try! Tie Die!
 
 

New Year's Eve 2013

Monday, December 30, 2013

Pop It! Top It! #Giveaway

"Practically addicting!" "Fresh and sooooo good!" "Poppin' delicious!" These are just some of the ways folks have described the easy-to-make, oh-so-yummy candy coated popcorn snack. Each kit is complete . . . everything you need to create a really fun and unique treat is right in the package. However! You don't have to stop there! Let your imagination go wild and add something if you like. Nuts? Candy pieces? Dried fruit? Are you a purist, or will you add your own magic? You decide!

 

Dress First

DressFirst.com is the leading supplier of wedding gowns, special event dresses, wedding party dresses, and accessories. And with the New Year right around the corner, it is fun to dress up. You may already have your New Year’s dress picked out, but think about all of the fun and exciting events coming up in 2014 that you will need a new dress for. Or, okay, that you want a new dress for!

There are so many cute cocktail dresses and evening gowns. Or even prom and wedding style dresses. I love a lot of the little black dresses, too! Perfect for that special night out, or a romantic Valentine’s Day coming up! My cousin is getting married in April, so I will be picking out a new dress! I just love dressing up. It makes me feel so girly and pretty! Check out some of the dresses I am currently loving from DressFirst.com:
Check it all out at Dress First on Facebook, as well as Dress First on Twitter.
 

Gold Rush Panning Kit

What if I told you there was a way for your family to participate in the gold mining adventure seen on Discovery Channel’s hit show, Gold Rush, from the comfort of your home? With Pay Dirt Gold Company’s new Gold Rush Panning Kit, inspired by the #1 Friday night Discovery Channel Series, Gold Rush, Discovery Communications and Pay Dirt Gold Company introduce the best way to extend your family’s experience as they attempt to strike it rich from the comfort of their homes. Across the nation, families like yours can enjoy the interactive and educational activity of gold panning using tools similar to those seen on Gold Rush. Your kids will experience the same thrill and suspense of never knowing when they’ll hit gold like true “forty-niners.”

Each Gold Rush Panning Kit is outfitted for every gold-seeker with:
- Professional gold pan
- Genuine gold - most kits contain small amounts, while others have up to $500 worth of gold hidden inside
- Snuffer bottle for extracting gold from the dirt
- Vintage vile to store their treasures
- Certificate of authenticity

This is such a cool project to do with your kiddos! I loved the excitement of Callan waiting to see what gold he was going to get! Hee hee. Very cool.
 
 

Music Box Attic

Music Box Attic is the largest online superstore for music boxes, jewelry boxes, custom corporate gifts and many other gift ideas, with great value added ideas like personalized engraving, gift wrap, greeting cards, and more. Providing wonderful gifts as life long memories, adding joy to people's lives!
My Great-Grandmother had a huge collection of music boxes, and I was always fascinated by them! And now I have started my own collection! I got two gorgeous boxes from Music Box Attic! So pretty and well manufactured! I love them.
Check it all out at Music Box Attic on Facebook, as well as Music Box Attic on Twitter.
 
 

Rarest Historical Photos

A mind-blowing collection of the rarest photos which made it to today in one piece. The photos represent important and life-changing events from the past as well as politics and celebrities. The collection has been made with the help of the wonderful Go Ahead Cleaners, a Melbourne based end of lease cleaning company.
 

Sunday, December 29, 2013

Mini Winter Road Trips

During winter, being outside isn't exactly everyone's favorite place to be, particularly in Ireland with the rain, wind and cold. There is still so much you can still do and see though...from the warm interior of your car! So here is a seasonal infographic, with lots of unique mini road trip ideas, that you can do without a soggy step outside the car.
 

As They Once Were

I'm sure some of you have seen these, but aren't these awesome? These are pictures of people as they are now, and as they once were. View them all HERE.

Awesome Hair Finds

Esha Natural line from Esha Girl - Unruly hair and frizz don’t stand a chance when indulging in this terrific collection. It’s a one-stop s...