For your chance to win a $100 HasbroToyShop.com gift card and Weebles gift pack- Leave me a comment and tell me: “How do you or your kids like to stay in motion?”
Contest dates: 11/24/10-12/24/10 Rules: No duplicate comments. You may receive (2) total entries by selecting from any of the following entry methods: a) Leave a comment in response to the sweepstakes prompt on this post b) Tweet about this promotion and leave the URL to that tweet in a comment on this post c) Blog about this promotion and leave the URL to that post in a comment on this post d)No-effort entry: Follow this link and provide your email address. This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older. Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected. The Official Rules are available here.
This is a compensated review by BlogHer and Intel.
It was like Christmas morning: opening my brand new computer (courtesy of BlogHer) that is powered by the Intel® Core™ i5 processor, complete with Turbo Boost Technology and an Intel® Wireless Display (aka WiDi) adaptor!
There are 3 main components that I love about the Intel® Core™ i5 processor:
Hyper-Threading Technology
Turbo Boost Technology
WiDi adaptor & Intel HD graphics
What does all this mean?…Let me simplify.
I am a multi-tasker. On any given day, you will find me instant messaging with friends, downloading pictures, checking email, blogging, checking bank accounts, logging into Facebook, etc.- simultaneously.
The more applications that I have open, the slower my computer runs, and the higher my blood pressure boils. Not good. If Mama aint happy, aint nobody happy.
Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology◊2
Features four-way multi-task processing that allows each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking. You and your PC won't be slowed down, regardless of how many applications you have open at once. (Intel®)
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology◊1
Automatically speeds up your processor when your PC needs extra performance. (Intel®)
So, in other words---NO WAITING! NO slow apps. I can be doing 10 different tasks at once, all with super fast speed. It literally took me one quick hour to download 5 YEARS worth of pictures and videos to my new computer hard drive. This processor is FAAAAAST! I love it.
…not to mention the WiDi adaptor and ability to use my HDTV as a monitor!
Super easy to set up! Click here for specific instructions.
My husband REALLY loves the WiDi feature because he is able to watch sports games via internet that are not broadcast on our local TV channels. Just this week, Uncle Ed came over to watch the Minnesota Timberwolves game with Joe.
And the Intel® HD graphics are amazing! Such a clear picture.
Intel® HD Graphics provides superb visual performance for sharper images, richer color, and life-like audio and video.◊3 Watch movies and Internet videos in high-definition, play popular game titles, and get full support for Microsoft Windows* 7. It's all built in; no need for an extra add-in video card. (Intel®)
Do more faster. Get a smart Intel® processor inside in your next PC.
This new processor has definitely allowed me to free up my life and spend more time doing the things that I truly love like playing with my hubby and kids.
For a chance to win a$250 Best Buy gift card: Leave me a comment and answer this question: “What could a faster computer processor do for you?”
Contest dates: 11/17 – 12/22 Rules: No duplicate comments. You may receive (2) total entries by selecting from the following entry methods: a) Leave a comment in response to the sweepstakes prompt on this post b) Tweet about this promotion and leave the URL to that tweet in a comment on this post c) Blog about this promotion and leave the URL to that post in a comment on this post d) Follow this link and provide your email address and your response to the sweepstakes prompt e) Sweepstakes ends at 5 PM PST on December 22, 2010 This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older. Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected. Official Rules Be sure to check out the BlogHer.com exclusive offers round-up page for 19 more chances to win $250 and 4 chances, one every week, to win a new laptop!
◊1 Intel® Turbo Boost Technology requires a system with Intel Turbo Boost Technology capability. Consult your PC manufacturer. Performance varies depending on hardware, software, and system configuration. For more information, visit www.intel.com/technology/turboboost/. ◊2 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) requires an Intel HT Technology enabled system, check with your PC manufacturer. Performance will vary depending on the specific hardware and software used. Not available on Intel® Core™ i5-750. For more information including details on which processors support HT Technology, visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading/.
This is a compensated review by BlogHer and Intel.
Hi.
My name is Suz Steece.
I am a registered nurse who works 3-4 days a week.
I have 3 year old quadruplets who attend school twice a week.
My darling diva of a daughter is in dance and tumbling twice a week.
Life. Is. Busy.
Here is a sneak peek of my schedule from 7a to 7:30p:
shower
bathe quads, dry hair, lotion
make breakfast, feed kids, prepare lunches & backpacks
dress kids, squeeze on 4 pair of shoes
finish getting myself ready, dry hair, makeup
load up and drop kids off at school
head to work at surgery center for 5 hours
pick kids up from school
get home, give snacks, get Savannah ready for dance
load up all the kids and head to dance
entertain boys while we wait for Sav for an hour
class ends, head home
eat dinner
play with Dad, brush teeth
story time, prayers, bedtime
PHEWWWWWWWW! Tired yet?!
And we will only get busier- with more activities to cram into our daily schedules as the years go by!
There are 2 very important things that get me through each day (and enable me to maintain my sanity):
(1) time management & (2)multi-tasking
I thank the good Lord for making me an extremely organized person (I have always LOVED a good spreadsheet…it’s a wee bit sickening, I know). Especially with quadruplets- you HAVE to be organized and efficient.
Spending as much time as I can with my beautiful children means the absolute world to me…
…that is why I am always looking for ways to DO MORE FASTER! For example: less time spent on the computer = more time with my little buddies.
I am *SuPeR ExCiTeD* to have been provided a brand, spankin’ new computer (courtesy of BlogHer) that is powered by the Intel® Core™ i5 processor; with Turbo Boost Technology and an Intel® Wireless Display (aka WiDi adaptor) which allows me to use my HDTV as a monitor!
For a chance to win a$250 Best Buy gift card- just leave me a comment and tell me:
“What would YOU do with more free time?”
Contest dates: 11/17 – 12/22
Rules:
No duplicate comments.You may receive (2) total entries by selecting from the following entry methods:
a) Leave a comment in response to the sweepstakes prompt on this post
b)Tweet about this promotion and leave the URL to that tweet in a comment on this post
c) Blog about this promotion and leave the URL to that post in a comment on this post
d) Follow this link and provide your email address and your response to the sweepstakes prompt
e) Sweepstakes ends at 5 PM PST on December 22, 2010,This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older.
Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail.You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.The Official Rules are available here.
Be sure to check out the BlogHer.com exclusive offers round-up page for 19 more chances to win $250 and 4 chances, one every week, to…win a brand spankin’ new laptop!!!!
Come back next week to see how the new computer has enabled me to get more done in less time and how you’ll have even more chances to win a $250 Best Buy gift card!
This is a compensated review by BlogHer and Juicy Juice.
Now that my 3-year-old quadruplets will be starting school again in the fall,
I am desperately trying to find healthy items to stash in their lunch boxes (which is NO easy task, let me tell you).
Sodas are out of the question, so the only remaining "mom-approved" drink choices are: milk, juice, or water. It is beyond frustrating to pass shelf after shelf of high fructose corn syrup based juices.
This health conscious Mama is looking for 100% REAL fruit juice- NO added sugars or sweeteners, NO artificial preservatives or flavors...
Well, HELLLLOOOO Juicy Juice!
A big package of Juice boxes arrived at our door (thank you kindly, Nestle and BlogHer!), and I immediately had 4, very eager, willing participants who were more than happy to help Mama with her review.
(Benjamin, Andrew, Ethan & Savannah trying out the Juicy Juice Punch flavor)
Each 6 oz Juicy Juice box contains 100% Vitamin C and counts as 1.5 servings of fruit- which scores major bonus points with me.
Well guys...whadya think? (Here's at least one satisfied customer)
"Mommy! NO added sugar!" (what can I say? Drew gets excited about healthy living)
Ben: "Hey Ma, Look! I can hold it without squeezing all of the juice out!" (Ahhh...like music to my ears: convienient, portable, no mess)
Things I ♥ about Juicy Juice Punch:
- great, fresh taste
- convienient
- nutritious (100% Vitamin C, 1.5 servings of fruit, NO added sugar or high fructose corn syrup, NO artificial preservatives, NO artificial flavors)
Things to consider:
- The average price for an 8 pack of 6.75 oz Juicy Juice All Natural 100% Juice is ~$3.50
WANT TO WIN A $100 VISA GIFT CARD and super cool Juicy Juice Prize Pack?! ---
Leave a comment and tell me: "What healthy foods do you pack in your lunch bags?"
Contest dates: 8/18—9/30/2010
Rules:
- No duplicate comments.
- You may receive a 2nd entry by linking on twitter and leaving an additional comment with the link.
- You may receive a 3rd entry by blogging about this contest and leaving an additional comment with the link. - This giveaway is open to US Residents aged 18 and older
- Winners will be selected via random draw, and will notified by e-mail.
- You have 48 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
Juicy Juice All Natural 100% Juice is helping the Steece quads to grow up healthy!
Have you ever had one of those days where you absolutely cannot find anything to wear? You walk over to your closet and just stare at it...as if brand new clothes will suddenly appear? You try on outfit after outfit and before you know it, there is a huge pile-o-clothes on the floor. Things are not fitting the way that they used to (especially after giving birth to quadruplets). Not to mention, by this point, you are beyond frustrated and in NO WAY feeling like even going out anymore.
Sadly, this happens to me ALL THE TIME. Please tell me that I am not the only one.
In my vast 30 years of life (tsk, tsk), I have come to realize that regardless of my mood, or the occasion, it all starts with a good pair of jeans.
Have you ever noticed how a good pair of jeans can immediately cheer you up on a gloomy day? It’s like reuniting with an old friend after a hard day's work. Your blue jeans will never leave you or cheat on you. Like wine, they age and get better over time. Every tear tells a story...every loose strand that gathers around the heel reveals character.
I like to throw on my favorite shirt, most comfy jeans, and just curl up on the couch with my hubby for a good movie. There is nothing like it. In my jeans, I feel like I'm in my own skin.
Or how about a fun night out on the town with the girls? I love to dress up my jeans with my highest heels and cutest top. There is nothing like walking down the street, hearing the clickety-clack of your heels hitting the pavement, and yet feeling empowered and completely comfortable in your trusty 'ole blue jeans.
Your jeans can say a LOT about you as a person...your individuality, your personality.
With soooooo many different styles to choose from, any body type can find the perfect fit.
I love love LOVE, the "perfect boot" cut.
Yes, I was that nerd taking pictures in the dressing room. "Howdy Y'all!"
After goofing around, I decided to wander on over to the kids section---where I usually spend 90% of my "shopping time". Exciting news: Gap has recently unveiled its 1969 Premium Denim for babies as well!
Each item has been pre-washed for extra softness---and let me tell ya---IT IS OH-SO-SOFT!
Holy cuteness. Can I order that romper in an adult medium, please?
And I'm 99.9% sure that the smooth, calming texture of the denim has magical properties for your little ones. Upon wearing, the kiddies are more likely to be perfect angels. Okay, so I might have made up that last part~ but who's to say it can't be true?
Go check it out for yourself!
Don't want to spend your own money? How would you like to win a $100 GAP Gift Card?!
Just leave me a comment and tell me: "How do you like to wear your jeans?"
(My answer: I prefer to wear my jeans with a vintage t-shirt and flip flops, but also love the high heels/cute top look as well!)
Contest dates: 7/6/10 to 7/12/10 Rules: - No duplicate comments. - You may receive a 2nd entry by linking on twitter and leaving an additional comment with the link. - You may receive a 3rd entry by blogging about this contest and leaving an additional comment with the link. - This giveaway is open to US Residents aged 18 and older - Winners will be selected via random draw, and will notified by e-mail. - You have 48 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
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