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Giveaway: Outdoor Fire Pit

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Outdoor Classics Bravado Mesh Fire Pit Giveaway Hosted By: Holiday Contest and Sweeps http:// holidaycontestandsweeps. blogspot.com/ Holiday Contest and Sweeps Co-Hosted By: The Minister's Wife Stamps and Saves Michigan Savings and More Simply Sherryl Peanut Butter and Wine Deliciously Savvy   Proudly Brings You The     Outdoor Classics Bravado Mesh Fire Pit Giveaway from  Holiday Contest and Sweeps is honored to have the opportunity to work with a great new  sponsor, Serenity Health . They have generously provided one of their Outdoor Classics  Bravado Mesh Fire Pit's to one lucky reader. Serenity Health & Home Décor based in Eau Claire, WI provides thousands of stress-free and relaxation and home decor products.  They want you to find products that truly calm, relax and bring serenity into your life and beautify your home both indoors and out.  You will also find true relaxation with our water fountains, bean bag f

Book Blast and Giveaway: Circle of Dishonor by Carla Swafford

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This post is part of a virtual book tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Carla will award one copy of CIRCLE OF DISHONOR at every stop to a randomly drawn commenter, and a $25 Amazon/BN GC to one randomly chosen winner via Rafflecopter during the tour. Please click the banner to see the other stops on this tour. John “Ice” Takahashi’s final job for The Circle has an unexpected hitch in it; he’s fallen for an innocent civilian and his enemies know it. With his mission in a shambles, he’ll do anything to protect her, including kill. So how can a man without honor prove he’s worthy of her love? Lena Matthews feels like she’s playing with fire by dating the mysterious Master J. He’s exotic, dangerous, and exactly what she needs in her boring life. With the bad guys bearing down on them, she discovers a whole new world of sensuality that binds her heart to his forever. Now enjoy an excerpt: Lena Matthews felt like a perverted voyeur. Sitting in a coffee shop acro

Anxiety: know the signs

Have you every over thought a situation, made sure you checked the locks 3 times, worried about everything you say and do. You may be suffering from Anxiety. It can manifest in different ways. According to ADAA (Anxiety and Depression Association of America) Anxiety effects over 40 million people in US. There are several types of Anxiety. First, let's talk about the signs and symptoms. (Remember to always consult your doctor). Constantly worried Cannot relax Trouble sleeping, mind racing  On edge Can't concentrate on a task Negative thinking There are several other signs. Some of the sign are everyday happenings, but if you have them in access it may be time to talk to your doctor. Click the link  to take a Anxiety Assessment from Anxiety and Depression Association of America.   Link for Assessment Under the Anxiety Disorder falls the Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic disorder or attacks, and social anxiety disorder. There are several more but we will tal

Blogger Sign-Up: Target Giftcard

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Blogger Sign up! We are giving away  a Target Gift Card $100 Info: -2 Free links with announcement (Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest) Get the promotional announcement here The announcement is required or you can pay $5.00 waiver fee -Giveaway Date:  July 7  to July 21 -Co-host $10.00 (include)   10 Links (no google links or personal social media pages)   2 Co-host pages -Extra links $3.00 (up to 3 links) Send payment to melisurveys1978@gmail.com If you have any question, please email me at nysavingspecials@gmail.com Sign up here

Givaway: Nerdblock Jr (Your choice Girl and Boy)

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Hosted by: Queen of Savings , Moms and Crafters , Here We Go Again, Ready? , Michigan Saving and More , The World of ContestPatti , Tales From a Southern Mom , Dividing by Zero & Coupon Crazy Mommy Sponsor: Nerd Block My son would love the boy Nerd Block for boys. Him my nephew would have a great time. Pick your favorite theme and subscribe. Nerd Block curates great toys for you. You receive monthly surprise blocks. Open your block and let the fun begin. Prize: Winners choice of Nerd Block Jr. for a boy or girl Dates: 6/21-7/5 Open to: US Residents 18+ Enter to win using the Giveaway Tools Widget below. Good luck! Disclosure: The Simple Things in Life did not receive compensation for this post and is not responsible for prize fulfillment.   Entry -Form

TAKE care of SELF

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As mothers we often forget that we have to make sure we are taking care to be at our best to take care of others. We get so wrapped up in daily life that we do not take any time for ourselves. Sometimes we make excuses or feel guilty about doing things for self. But we need to remember to take a few minutes out of our day to please self. Doing my nails  It does not have to be over the top. It could be stopping on the way home to get $1.00 ice cream cone from McDonald's, or picking up your favorite book, or taking the extra 10 minutes in the bathroom to read it (Do not act like you have never done it lol). Reading expands the mind Taking time for self is necessary to maintain mental and physical health. Cup of Tea can warm the heart What activities do you do for self? 

Author Interview and Book Spotlight with Sherri Lackey of The Darkness Below

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1. What made you want to be a writer? I have always enjoyed writing. I think it is something I was born to do. I recently spoke to a friend who was commenting on the fact that many teachers today don’t teach phonics and spelling because they are afraid it might cause a student to not want to write. I laughed at that. I still remember how my teachers used to make us write and re-write and re-write until I wanted to scream and run away. However, it never caused me to not want to write ever again. No amount of phonics drills, grammar homework, or having to write misspelled words ten times ever changed that. Writing is what I do. 2. Who is your favorite author? Dean Koontz is my go-to guy for contemporary fiction. I can usually count on him to keep me happily reading. I started reading his stuff back when I was pregnant with my twin sons; they are twenty-one now. So, it’s safe to say he’s my favorite. 3. What is the name of the last book you read? The last book I read was

Free E-book: Stones of Power (YA)

Helping an author spread the word about FREE copies of his YA book. Stones of Power is a clean Fantasy Adventure series, that is geared to YA readers. It follows four boys as they make their journey into manhood in a world of magic. It's a fantastic epic adventure and now through the month of June you can get it for free. Free copies of Stones of Power Book 1 The Exile The Exile:  https://www.smashwords.com/ books/view/402335 Coupon Code: sw69s 33% discount on Stones of Power Book 2 The Invasion The Invasion:  https://www.smashwords.com/ books/view/433317 Coupon Code: uk44j Great your today Enjoy!!!!

Out to Dinner: Applebee's Gift Card Giveaway

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Welcome to the Applebees Seasons Best Giveaway Hosted by My Best of Both Worlds Disclosure: Applebees invited My Best of Both Worlds to be their guest and experience their new Season’s Best Flavors menu items. The food was provided compliments of Applebees in order to facilitate a review. No other compensation was provided in exchange for this publication. All opinions expressed are true and my family’s own. If your family is anything like ours you enjoy going out to dinner and that’s what this giveaway is all about. Discovering Applebees new Season’s Best Flavors.        You can read all about our review of Applebees' new dishes containing fresh and fabulous ingredients in Applebees is our go-to neighborhood restaurant.  Applebee's offers a vareity of menu options for adults and children to choose from. One lucky reader will win an Applebees $60 gift card to experience these delightful dishes. This giveaway is open to US residents 18 year and older. The

Book Spotlight: Ever Mine by Eden Ashe

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Ever Mine Eden Ashe Genre: urban fantasy romance Publisher: Lyrical Press, Inc Date of Publication: June 2, 2014 Number of pages: Word Count: 33000 Cover Artist: Renee Rocco Book Description: Can a kidnapped fairy and a human find love despite all odds? Nathan Alexander’s batty aunt has done it again. This time she’s sent him a rare plant he doesn’t want. Imagine his surprise when he finds a kidnapped fairy hidden within its leaves. As a man who heads a non-profit organization for abused women and children, Nathan makes it his mission to help her find her way home. All her life Katenia was warned about the evilness of humans. Never was that proved more true than when she was kidnapped from her quiet valley home. Thrust into the human world, Katenia must fight her very instincts to trust Nathan if she ever hopes to return to her rightful place…and to her normal thumb-sized fairy form. But with their lives in danger, finding home…and love…will be a journe

Kindle Fire HDX Giveaway

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Enter to win 1 of 2 great prizes. Winner’s choice of a Kindle Fire HDX or $229 Amazon Gift Card or $229 Paypal Cash! The first prize is available via the rafflecopter below. The 2nd is available only to bloggers who post about this giveaway. You can find info on how to enter the 2nd giveaway in the rafflecopter.   Win a Kindle Fire HDX, Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash ($229 value) All New Kindle Fire HDX 7" Giveaway The winner will have the option of receiving a 7" Kindle Fire HDX (US Only - $229 Value)   Or $229 Amazon.com Gift Card (International)   Or $229 in Paypal Cash (International)   June Sponsors I Am A Reader Feed Your Reader Bella Street's Weird Romance Bonnie Blythe's Pure Romance Lori's Reading Corner Author M.A. George CBY Book Club Fairiechick's Fantasy Book Reader Christian Bookmobile Author Kimber Leigh Wheaton Kindle and Me Author Inger Iversen A. Wrighton, Author Author Kim Cresswell-Trapped

June Book Release

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There are plenty of new upcoming book release to read at the beach. Here is a list of a few, feel free to add your own in the comments: 1. Publication Date: June 17, 2014 Amazon Catch a professional assassin: top priority. Find a failure-to-appear and collect big bucks: top score. How she’ll pull it all off: top secret.    Trenton, New Jersey’s favorite used-car dealer, Jimmy Poletti, was caught selling a lot more than used cars out of his dealerships. Now he’s out on bail and has missed his date in court, and bounty hunter Stephanie Plum is looking to bring him in. Leads are quickly turning into dead ends, and all too frequently into dead bodies. Even Joe Morelli, the city’s hottest cop, is struggling to find a clue to the suspected killer’s whereabouts. These are desperate times, and they call for desperate measures. So Stephanie is going to have to do something she really doesn’t want to do: protect former hospital security guard and general pain in her behin

Happy Father's Day

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Happy Father's Day 

Father Day Gift Ideas #2014

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Sometimes it is hard to pick the right gift. It may feel like you have gotten everything possible for your dad or husband on Father's day. Well it's time to think outside the box. Technology has opened the way for some really cool Father's Day gift. Below there will be a few with purchase links. 1 Bluetooth Speaker:  Amazon Link 2. Football tickets the season is coming up and that would be a great way to start the season:  Link to buy tickets 3. Football gear::  Link to buy   LOL had to put that in ;-) 4. Fishing Gear if you have a fisher at home like me this is a good choice:  Link to buy 5. Don't forget the BBQ grill and Accessories : Link to buy Although these are links to buy items sometimes the best gift is just spending time and remembering to say that you care. And that does not have to be in the way of a material gift. It can come in the form of a hug, a call, or stopping by to say hi.

Family Fun in the Sun #2014 Post Series

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Some say that summer is the best time of the year. You can get out in the sun, open the windows for fresh air, and inhale all the sweet smelling flowers. Although I love Christmastime, the summer is my favorite time of the year. There are great activities to do without spending a bunch of money. I am going list a few, please check your state online pages or local post for more activities. Fishing (check your local DNREC page, on price) Local Beach (we have one 10 min from the house we can sit and play all day) Art Museums (some have children summer programs) ( Museums in your area ) Local Library (most have reading programs) ( Libraries in your area ) Camps (Camp can be expensive check to see if they offer scholarships) Picnic at the park  Movie and Popcorn night Spa day (do nails, do mani and pedi) Start a indoor/outdoor garden  These are just a few things that we do, what are some of the activities that you do during the summer.

Book Spotlight: Léopold’s Wicked Embrace by Kym Grosso

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Léopold’s Wicked Embrace Immortals of New Orleans Book 5 Kym Grosso Genre:  Erotic Paranormal Romance Publisher:  Independent – MT Carvin Publishing, LLC Date of Publication:  April 5, 2014 Number of pages:  412 print Word Count:  100,045 Cover Artist:  Cora Graphics Book Description: An erotic paranormal romance... Seductive and lethal vampire, Léopold Devereoux, returns to the Big Easy to find a killer.  His search leads him to a beautiful and mysterious woman, who awakens desires and emotions that he’s long fought to keep buried.  After centuries of self-imposed solitude, the billionaire philanthropist struggles to restrain his growing thirst for the intriguing, lovely female who’s captured his attention. Laryssa Theriot, an antiques proprietor in the Vieux Carré, agrees to help the commanding yet debonair stranger, who seeks her assistance.  She withholds her secret abilities, afraid to trust the man who threatens to unleash her darkest fantasies.  All the