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By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Feb 2nd, 2013
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It’s that time of week again! Time to post your giveaways! Feel free to link up your giveaway below or click on the giveaway you are interested in entering! Have a great week everyone! Be sure to enter these giveaways on The Mommy-Files as well: – “Madly Madagascar” DVD Giveaway (ends February 4th) – “Peter […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Feb 2nd, 2013
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The winner of the Unilever Gift Pack is #503. Congrats to Jeanna J!!! The winner of the Merci Chocolates Giveaway is #913. Congrats to Tracy H!!! The winner of the “SpongeBob SquarePants: Extreme Kah-Rah-Tay” DVD is #1686. Congrats to Brittney H!!! The winner of the Tillamook Giveaway is #240. Congrats to Amy W!!! The winners […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In App Review
Feb 1st, 2013
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Did you know that one in 88 children is on the autism spectrum and that prevalence is steadily increasing?  Autism is becoming a part of every parent’s life – whether directly or through a friend of family member. Through February 3rd, AT&T and Autism Speaks are hosting an App Idea Submission Contest.  In recent years, […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Recent Posts
Feb 1st, 2013
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Not too long ago, we felt like it was a good time to get our carpets cleaned.  Funny enough, it was actually the day before that I was carrying groceries into the house and decided to run some items back to our room.  In my hand, I had makeup, toothbrush, toilet paper, and a carton […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Jan 30th, 2013
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What are you doing this Friday?  If you have a Mimi’s near you, I would encourage you to join us for National Wear Red Day on Friday, February 1st!  In support of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Campaign, Mimi’s invites you to wear red on February 1st to receive a FREE cup of […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Press Release
Jan 30th, 2013
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Guest post by John Giusti When my parents passed away, they left me their huge 6 bedroom house. As a single woman, I really didn’t have any use for such a large house and started to look into ways I could make income from the house- while still keeping the home in the family. I […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In App Review
Jan 30th, 2013
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School, scouts, work, shopping, doctor, pictures, videos, maps – I am a mom on the go and I need a smart phone that is personalized to my daily tasks!  With any new electronic device, there is always the introductory phase.  It takes time (and sometimes includes frustration) when you’re learning where the buttons are, how […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Cake Decorating with Wilton
Jan 30th, 2013
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Can you believe that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner? It’s one of my favorite holidays – with the pinks, reds, hearts, and flowers, not to mention the yummy goodies and Valentines that come along.  I always love it when boxes arrive from Wilton and this one was filled with fun and yummy goodies […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Events
Jan 29th, 2013
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Back in September, I was invited to a Blogging Event with Lee Jeans.  I hadn’t worn Lee Jeans since I was a girl in elementary school and was really curious about how different they were now that I am a woman!  I had NO idea that I would fall in love with the fit and […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Movie Review
Jan 29th, 2013
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I am so excited for OZ THE GREAT & POWERFUL to come to theaters from Walt Disney Studios on March 8th!!!  I don’t know about you, but I get chills of excitement every time I see the preview of OZ THE GREAT & POWERFUL come on the television or in the theater.  Not only will this movie be on […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In DVD Reviews
Jan 28th, 2013
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Giddy up with Nickelodeon’s most popular characters in the new DVD releasing exclusively at Walmart tomorrow – “Nickelodeon Favorites: Rootin’ Tootin’ Wild West!”  Yee-haw!  Preschoolers’ favorite characters from Bubble Guppies, Team Umizoomi, Dora the Explorer, The Fresh Beat Band, Go, Diego, Go!, and The Wonder Pets! star in ...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Book Review
Jan 28th, 2013
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  Dear Guest,   Cousins Sophia Grace and Rosie Cordially invite you to the FANCIEST, the PINKEST, the MOST PRINCESSY tea party ever!  Tea will be served on Sunday at four o’clock in the afternoon at our castle.  Please wear your fluffiest tutu and finest tiara.   Sincerely, Sophia Grace and Rosie Do you know […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Jan 26th, 2013
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It’s that time of week again! Time to post your giveaways! Feel free to link up your giveaway below or click on the giveaway you are interested in entering! Have a great week everyone! Be sure to enter these giveaways on The Mommy-Files as well: – Merci Chocolates Giveaway (ends January 28th) – “Madly Madagascar” […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blu-ray Review
Jan 26th, 2013
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I remember watching “Peter Pan” as a little girl and wanting him to come to my window.  I was especially interested in how Wendy sewed his shadow to his shoe and how I could fly to Neverland.  I grew up watching and loving the Disney classic, “Peter Pan,” and now my kids can too! ABOUT […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Jan 24th, 2013
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Did you just go on a vacation or celebrate a birthday or anniversary?  Do you want to relive those memories in a special slideshow that you can share with family and friends?  If so, you’ll want to check out Wondershare!  I recently tried out Wondershare Fantashow for Mac.  It was easy uploading my pictures once […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Blogging Events
Jan 23rd, 2013
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Last weekend, we had the opportunity to see one of my favorite Disney classics, “Peter Pan,” on the big screen at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood!!!  That was my first time to the El Capitan Theatre and it was gorgeous!!!  You can also enjoy “Peter Pan” on the big screen at the El Capitan […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In DVD Reviews
Jan 23rd, 2013
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Madagascar is one of those animated movies that I could watch over and over again.  On January 29th, 20th Century Fox will be releasing Madly Madagascar on DVD, featuring our favorite Madagascar pals back in an all-new adventure!  Alex’s favorite holiday, Valentine’s Day, bring hilarious surprises and excitement for the entire gang.  Melman plans a […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Company Review
Jan 21st, 2013
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Each January, many of us make New Year’s resolutions, with the hopes to find success and happiness in the upcoming year.  It could be a resolution to exercise more, take a class or even cook healthier meals at home.  As Moms, we often find ourselves prioritizing the needs of our family above our own personal […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Cooking with Redhead Mom
Jan 21st, 2013
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Growing up, I was constantly told by my parents, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.”  I can easily say that as a parent myself, our kids do have breakfast every day before going to school.  It isn’t typically eggs, bacon, and pancakes though.  It’s usually cereal, milk and gogurts – because those […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Jan 21st, 2013
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Back in June of 2012, I had the opportunity to attend and feature the Grand Opening of the 4th Smart & Final Store in Bakersfield, but the FIRST Smart & Final Extra! Store!!!  It is a gorgeous store – very clean, well stocked, and comfortable to go shopping in.  I had a great time mingling with […]...
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