Superhero Cape Giveaway from Babypop Designs

My boys are already convinced that they are superheroes. Or perhaps the bad guys that superheroes fight...

Either way, they love to play pretend. 

So, of all the packages we've received so far, the superhero capes and masks from Babypop Designs has been their absolute favorite. 

Sherry Aikens is the creator of Babypop Designs. I already knew from meeting her at different conferences that she is a fabulous person. But, now I know she is a fabulously creative person as well. Her capes have even been seen on Good Morning America.

Each cape is individualized: you can pick the cape color, the logo and its color, as well as the letter and its color. Capes are reasonably priced at $17.  They are well-made and durable. My boys received their capes almost two weeks ago and they have worn them every single day.

Don't they look like they are off to save the world? Or maybe cause some trouble.

Masks, Superhero gloves, t-shirts, Superhero Princess costumes, adult capes, and even capes for your child's favorite stuffed animal and your pet are all available from Babypop as well. Child Superhero Capes are recommended for ages 2-7.

While all of the above pics are of my boys as superheroes, I thought I'd share this pic of what a Superhero Princess looks like- photo courtesy of Babypop:

Adorable, isn't it? So, boy or girl, you can find something fun for your kids from Babypop Designs!

GIVEAWAY: Babypop will send one of you your choice of cape along with a matching superhero mask. Giveaway will close at 3pm ET 11/4. Winner will be selected randomly and notified via email. If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your comment. Winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected. US only.

Mandatory entry: Visit Babypop Designs and tell me what cape you like best!

Additional entries: Please leave a separate comment for each entry.
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I was sent capes and masks to review. No other compensation was received and all opinions are my own. 

Project #BraHappy Giveaway from 123underwear

Over the past few weeks, I've shared some tips with you on how your bra should fit and then what happened when I finally was wearing the right size bra.

Enough about me and my underwear, right? Now, it's time to talk about yours.

Okay, maybe not yours specifically, but about what undergarments every woman should have in her underwear drawer. The suggestions for the ten items come from Beverly Russina, the founder of 123underwear.com. Though the commentary is mine.

1. Push-Up Bra: Because we can all use a cleavage-boosting bra. This might be especially for those of us who have a smaller chest, but all of us can use a little lift.

2. Strapless Bra: Bra straps hanging out is not a good look! I live in strapless bras this summer with my sundresses. Go for black or nude colored strapless bras.

3. Underwire Bra: Lift and support the ladies, ladies! All of my bras are underwire. I don't think I've ever owned one without it!

4. All-Lace Bra: It's the date night bra! Yes, even for those of us who have been married forever and whose husbands' idea of romance is turning the tv down a little bit.

5. Boyshorts: When we want a little extra comfort and coverage.

6. Thong: Avoid those panty lines! And they're sexy, too.

7. Nude Panties: If you are wearing light-colored clothing, go with these. No one wants to see your hot pink thong under your white capris. That's a case where a thong does not equal sexy.

8. Slip: Uh-oh. I so do not own any of these. But, they keep your skirts and dresses from clinging to your legs. And they stop you from putting on a show in the sunlight in a thin dress. Try the Calvin Klein Perfectly Fit Solutions V-Neck Slip ($48).

9. Shapewear: If you are wearing fitted clothing, this will help get rid of any underwear lines, muffin tops, and bra bulge. I heart shapewear. Because my boys destroyed my once perfectly toned belly. SIGH.

10. Fashion Tape: No wardrobe malfunctions! Help hide bra straps, or secure a revealing neckline, or hold up that strapless top. Showing a little skin is sexy. Showing too much= wardrobe malfunction. Try Hollywood Fashion Tape ($7) from the Keep Your Clothes On collection.

Looking at that list, I see I need a slip, more nude panties, and well... I don't know if a girl can ever have too much shapewear.

What is lacking from your underwear drawer?

GIVEAWAY: One of you will win a $35 gift certificate to 123underwear. Giveaway will close at 6pm ET 10/7. Winner will be selected randomly and notified via email. If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your comment. Winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected.  US only.

To enter: Leave a comment telling me what essential undergarment you need!

Additional entries: Please leave a separate comment for each entry.
*Visit 123underwear.com and then leave a comment telling me which specific item you would use your gift certificate for.
*Tweet this giveaway: Win $35 to @123Underwear in Project #BraHappy with @shellthings http://bit.ly/nxR8Ka

This is a sponsored post on behalf of 123Underwear. 


This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #155 Breanne. 

Mechatars Review and Giveaway: What's More Fun for Kids Than Robots!

I had a chance to be a total rock star mama in my oldest son's eyes. Because I had a ROBOT for him to test out. What six year-old boy wouldn't love to play with a robot?

He tore into his Mechatar and was eager to see what this robot could do. iLoveRobots calls this toy a "blended reality" because it is both an online experience and an RC robotic toy: combining both virtual play and what I call "playing on my family room floor."

Though there is much to explore on the Mechatar site, you can simply open the box and start playing with it right away, in Drive mode.

There are also Battle and Mission modes that you need to connect your Mechatar to your computer to be able to access. It's easy to connect to the computer with the included USB cord.

We took a look around and watched how a battle plays out:

We checked out the store(items can be bought with points that you earn from completing challenges on the site):

And we tried some challenges(which worked on my son's computer skills, though he may just be better at the ones that have to do with your reaction time than I am):

There are "social" options where your child can battle against friends who have Mechatars, too.

These toys are recommended for ages 6-12. At this point, my son thinks this is a really cool toy, but mostly just wants to play with the Drive mode. Since he is at the very beginning of the recommended age range, he likes the simplest of its functions. I like that this is a toy that has the ability to grow with him instead of being a toy that he will lose interest in after just a short period of time. There is so much more that he can learn to do with it.

You can find Mechatars at stores like Radio Shack, Toys R Us, Target, and on Amazon and iloveRobots.com. (MSRP $39.99) From now thru 11/30, if you use the code MECHMOM you will receive 10% off your purchases at iloverobots.com.

OR you can win one here!

Giveaway: One of you will win a Mechatar! US only. Giveaway will close at 3pm ET on 9/23 and winner will be randomly selected. Winner will be notified via email and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected. If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your comments.

Easy entry: Tell me which Mechatar you would like to win! (actual prize may vary, though company will attempt to fulfill your request)

To see the Mechatars available:
*Visit the Mechaverse
*Click on "Play Now"
*Click on "Register" (no info needs to be submitted)
*Check out the Mechatar lineup


I was selected to participate in this sponsored post series by Clever Girls Collective.


This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #12: Galit Breen. 

Aerobie Skylighter Flying Disc Review and Giveaway

My boys love to play outside. All day long if they could.

But, the especially love to play outside at night- they feel like they are getting away with something since they associate dark outside with bedtime.

So, they were thrilled when we were sent three Aerobie Skylighter Flying Discs- they light up and were made to be used at night!

Though these are recommended for ages 10 and up, my boys still had fun trying to toss these to each other and seeing who could fling theirs the farthest. They also like me to toss one as far as I can and then race to see which one of them can get it first(um, yeah, sorta like playing fetch with my kids.... and btw, the youngest usually wins because he's learned to cheat).

He may be on the ground, but he caught it! 

The Aerobie Skylighter is easy to see at night and comes with a long-lasting and replaceable battery.  It has the patented Aerobie spoiler rim design, making it easy for players of all skill levels to throw well.  Of course, while it's fun to play with at night, it can also be used during the day.  


You can find these on Amazon or at places like Dick's Sporting Goods, from about $12-15, but I have one to giveaway here, too.

Giveaway: One of you will win an Aerobie Skylighter Flying Disc. US only. Giveaway will close at 3pm ET on 9/23 and winner will be randomly selected. Winner will be notified via email and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected. If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your comments.

Mandatory Entry: Tell me who would be playing with this disc!

Additional Entries: (leave a separate comment for each entry)
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I was sent an Aerobie Skylighter for review. No other compensation was received and all opinions are my own.


This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #7: Allen S.

Wonder Wheeler Wide Review and Giveaway

Do you know how much stuff I have to take with me to the beach or places like the soccer field? With three kids, it's no simple feat.

Now that it's soccer season, we need a cooler, snacks, water, sunscreen, bug spray, bandaids, umbrella, chairs, soccer balls, camera, phone, sunglasses, change of clothes, change of shoes, jackets, blankets, toys to keep children who aren't playing at the moment entertained... and a bunch of other things that I'm probably forgetting right now.

Not only do we need to get all of that to the fields, but the three boys have to be there, too. Three boys who still can't really carrying much. AND we have to switch fields to watch different boys play.  Help in carrying all of this does not usually happen.

Though I have found something to make this incredibly easy so that I can even handle all three boys plus their belongings even if my husband has to be on yet a different soccer field during the games.

The Wonder Wheeler Beach Cart has easy roll wide wheels: easy to push on the beach or through the grass. It even works on the wooded path between my boys' soccer fields.

It can hold a 48 quart cooler and has a side pocket for an umbrella. It can carry 4-6 chairs and can handle 100+ pounds.

I really like the large removable tote bag.

The Wonder Wheeler Wide easily folds flat for transport and storage.

This cart will be so helpful for all of those trips to the soccer field, the beach, the pool... any day trips! It is available on 4thbeach.com for $72.95(on sale from $106). They do give special coupon codes to new facebook or twitter followers.

Giveaway: 4thebeach.com is giving away one Wonder Wheeler to one of my readers. US only. Giveaway will close at 3pm ET on 9/23 and winner will be randomly selected. Winner will be notified via email and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected. If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your comments.

Mandatory entry: Tell me where you would use a Wonder Wheeler.

Additional entries: (leave a separate comment for each entry)
*Follow @4thbeachdotcom on twitter and leave your username
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I received a Wonder Wheeler for review purpose. No other compensation was received and all opinions are my own.


This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #93 Just Cherish Today. 

Organize Your Purse: Purse Perfector Giveaway

I am NOT an organized person. But, this is something that I am trying to change. I'm getting our schedules organized with a little help from the planner that I reviewed yesterday. I'm giving one away, too! Make sure you check it out. 


But, now I need help organizing all the "stuff" that I seem to collect.

Back in June, I attended the Type A Parent Conference and received a Purse Perfector with its claims to be "the end of handbag chaos." I thought it was a great idea.  But I didn't try it out right away. I thought oh, someday, I'll  dump all the junk in my purse and get organized.

And then, a few weeks ago, I was scrambling to find my debit card in my purse yet again and my husband sighed in exasperation and handed me his so I could run into the store to grab drinks to take with us to the beach.  As I was leaving, he was muttering something about how unorganized I am.

I got a little red in the face. Both from anger and from embarrassment. Because he was right. I should be able to find my debit card quickly. I should be able to find whatever I need from my purse quickly.

So, I dug out that Purse Perfector and gave it a try.

Be gentle here because I'm going to show you my before and after pics.

Before:

After:

I've actually been able to keep my purse organized in the month that I have been using the Purse Perfector. Something else I love about it is that I can take it out, put it into a different purse, and have everything I need. 

I have a spot for my driver's license, credit cards, gift cards, checkbook, coupons, insurance cards, business cards, receipts, pens, and lip gloss. There's even room for my phone and my small point and shoot camera. 

You can unzip it on two sides to have a long, thin profile, perfect for a briefcase or you could unzip all the way and have two small Purse Perfectors. I like keeping mine together and having that extra pocket in there to fit my checkbook. 

Here's a view of the dimensions of the medium-sized Purse Perfector: the one I have and the one that's up for grabs in this giveaway:

The medium Purse Perfector retails for $54 and is available in eight different colors. It's made in the USA and is machine washable.  You can find Purse Perfector on facebook. 

GIVEAWAY: One of you will win a medium Purse Perfector in the color of your choosing. 

Open to US only, this giveaway will close at 9pm ET on 8/28.  Winner will be notified via email and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. If your email is not visible in your profile, please leave it with your entries.

Mandatory Entry: Leave a comment telling me why you need help getting organized!

Additional Entries: 
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*Follow @PursePerfector on twitter and leave your username

I received a Purse Perfector for review purposes. No other compensation was provided and all opinions are my own. 

This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #79 Dawns41

Busy Body Book: Organization Help for Moms! Giveaway

As the school year was getting closer, I started to realize all that my family was going to have going on. And that it was going to be up to me to keep it all straight and get everywhere where they needed to be, when they needed to be there, and with what they needed to have.

• 3 boys in 3 different school with 3 different schedules, 3 different lunch/snack issues... field trips, special days, etc
• weekly speech therapy
• weekly OT
• 2 different soccer teams
• storytime
• Karate, gymnastics, Boy Scouts (things my boys are trying to talk me into)
• random stuff they want/need to do(b/c that covers anything I'm leaving out)

Plus making sure that I have time to grocery shop, blog, and get myself to the gym. I knew I couldn't keep it all straight without some sort of organizer. So, I asked twitter because twitter knows all for some suggestions for planners. 

I received a few different responses and looked at all of them. Not only did I need something that would help me stay organized, but I almost needed something that fit my budget.  My friend Melissa from Peanut Butter in My Hair had suggested a BusyBodyBook, a personal and family grid organizer. It seemed to have all I needed AND be reasonably priced (products range from $12.95-17.95). 

Oops, I guess I better take my son's birth certificate out of the pocket now that I've shown it to his school. Just noticed that in this pic. 

I was planning to order one the next day. But before I could, Joan, the publisher of BusyBodyBook Organizers, contacted me and we talked a little about what scheduling/organization challenges my family had. She offered to send me any one of their products to try out.

I selected the Academic AUG 11 - AUG 12 BusyBodyBook Personal & Family Organizer in Cherry so that I could start using it right away.

Left side of the weekly page:

Right side:

You decide if you want to assign each column to a person or to a specific area like "Dinner" or "Blogging" or "Workouts." I love that it's customizable and that there is plenty of room to write in plans for different people/topics.

This week, only one of my children had school and soccer, so it wasn't quite as frantic as it's going to get, but I still had quite a bit to keep track of- including reminding myself that I needed to post this review and giveaway! Once school is in full swing, our schedule will be even busier.

I'm extremely happy with my BusyBodyBook. Thanks, Joan! And thanks to Melissa for suggesting them!


You can download free BBB Weekly Grids to try them out for yourself. Show them a little love and Like them on facebook, too!


 GIVEAWAY: One of you will win the BusyBodyBook product of your choice. 

Products include: BusyBodyBook Academic Year Calendar, BusyBodyBook Calendar Year, 7 Column BusyBodyBook Undated Weekly Grid Pad, and a Weekly Wall Calendar.

Open to US only, this giveaway will close at 9pm ET on 8/28.  Winner will be notified via email and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. If your email is not visible in your profile, please leave it with your entries.


Mandatory Entry: Leave a comment telling me why you need help getting organized!


Additional Entries: 
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I received a BBB for review purposes. No other compensation was provided and all opinions are my own. 

This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #60 Jessica at My Simply Complicated.

Labels for Back-to-School: Mabel's Labels Review and Giveaway

This year, I have back-to-school shopping lists for three boys! All of my kids will be in school in just a few short weeks. Don't be too jealous as this only amounts to approximately 6 hours per week that I will have a kid-free home.

I have a hard enough time keeping their things straight just in our house. They take stuff to school and who knows where everything will end up.  Because kids lose things.

Which is why I have a total love affair with Mabel's Labels: Labels for the Stuff Kids Lose!®

Last year, we used Mabels for all of my boys' school supplies, backpacks, shoes, sweatshirts, jackets, anything that I thought huh, that might end up not making it back home.

We also have sets with our last name on them that I attach to items like tupperware container and beach toys.

Mabel's Labels was kind enough after I begged and said that I absolutely need more for this school year to send one of their Ultimate Back-to-School Combos for each of my boys.

The combo includes 50 Tag Mates(washer and dryer safe), 40 Skinny Minis(dishwasher and microwave safe), 16 Shoe Labels, and 2 Teeny Tags.  It's enough to send your child to school confident that their belongings will stay out of the lost and found!

The Ultimate Back-to-School Combo is only available thru September 30th.  If you hurry and get it today(July 31st), it's $39. After today, it's $42.

You can see more of their products on their site or on Mabel's Labels facebook page.

Giveaway: One of you will win a an Ultimate Back-to-School Combo! Open to US and Canada, this giveaway will close at 9pm ET on 8/8.  Winner will be notified via email and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. If your email is not visible in your profile, please leave it with your entries.

Required Entry: Visit Mabel's Labels and leave me a comment telling me which design you like the best.

Additional Entries: Please leave a separate comment for each entry.
*Follow @mabelhood on twitter
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I received labels for hosting this giveaway. Because I begged for them. What does that tell you about how much I think they are a needed BTS supply? All opinions are my own, of course. 

This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #18: Mommy Inconsistent.

Favorite Family Video Games Plus Giveaway

My boys spend a lot of time outside during the summer. Running around and playing. But, on rainy days or times when this mama needs to be inside to get some work done, video games are a fun option.
To celebrate summer fun, Redbox is asking moms, "What's your family's favorite video game to play together?" Plus, they are rewarding 2 lucky people with a chance to win $10,000 as part of the Redbox Summer of Fun & Games Sweepstakes. AND 3 of you will win 5 video game rentals from Redbox right here!

Video games can get expensive so I love being able to rent them from Redbox before we buy, to be sure that my boys will actually like the games! Redbox, America’s favorite destination for movie rentals, is now renting video games in 21,000 kiosks nationwide for $2 a day.  Redbox is truly a one-stop shop for affordable, family home entertainment with both games and movies. 

We rented Just Dance from Redbox a few times before we decided to buy it.  That is one of our favorite games to play together as a family, though my boys prefer the kids' version.

My boys are also fans of Dora Saves the Snow Princess because there is help for them in the bottom corner of the screen, showing them what to do with their Wii remotes.

Check out the rules for the big $10,000 giveaway below. Plus, if you leave a comment telling me what your favorite video game to play as a family is, you'll be entered to win 5 video game rental codes from Redbox.  Three winners will be selected via random.org at 9pm ET on Tuesday, June 28.

Redbox is celebrating summer family time with a great line up of family-friendly titles, awesome savings and two chances to win $10,000 as part of the Redbox Summer of Fun & Games Sweepstakes.*


4 Easy Ways to Enter:
1.  Enter your email address at www.redbox.com/summer
2.  Rent a movie or game at a redbox kiosk (and provide a valid email address at checkout)
3.  Reserve a rental online at redbox.com
4.  Text 'SUMMER' to 727272

Enter to win today!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Redbox. The opinions and text are all mine.
*Each item rented earns one entry, regardless of how long it is rented, up to three entries per day. Limit 3 entries per day, regardless of entry method. The sweepstakes begins May 27, 2011 at 12:00 a.m. CT and ends on August 1, 2011 at 11:59 p.m. CT. No purchase necessary. See official rules at www.redbox.com/summer.

Hapari Swimsuit Review and Giveaway

It is HOT down here in the South. My boys and I spend a lot of time at the pool, trying to stay cool.

Yes, I have to wear a swimsuit. SIGH.

Last summer, I discovered Hapari International LLC swimsuits.  And for the first time in many years, I found a swimsuit that I actually liked.

Hapari has women's swimwear and tankinis that are both adorable and practical.

I currently have this one, which is on clearance right now:

I love that you can wear the straps three different ways: halter, tank, and crisscross. I also like that the top is long enough that my mommy tummy isn't going to be peeking out. That really doesn't need to see the light of day.  Plus, there are pockets in the top for silicone inserts or Hapari's "Illusions" if you are like me and like to have a little something extra added to your top.

You have your choice of bottons: regular, hot shorts, or tummy tuk.  I have the tummy tuk bottoms and they really work: no muffin top in these bottoms!  I ordinarily would go right for the size medium bottoms but I did find that I had to size down in Hapari bottoms. SCORE. There is information on Hapari's sizing page for both tops and bottoms.

This suit stays in place, which is so important since I'm chasing three little boys around the pool or at the beach.

There are new styles out this year and this one is my favorite- can't wait to wear it!

Giveaway: One of you will win an $85 gift card to Hapari for the swimsuit of your choice. This giveaway is open to US addresses only. If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your comment(s). Giveaway will close at 9pm ET 6/26. Winner will be contacted via email and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected.

Mandatory Entry: Visit Hapari.com and then leave a comment here telling me which is your favorite swimsuit.

Additional Entries: Mandatory entry must be completed first. Please leave a separate comment for each thing that you do.

*Share this giveaway on facebook.
*Tweet this giveaway and leave the direct link to your tweet in your comment (one tweet only, please)
*Like Things I Can't Say on facbook(you can do this in my sidebar)

My review comes from my experience with a Hapari swimsuit I received last summer. I will be receiving a gift certificate for a new one after posting this giveaway. All opinions are my own. 


This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #136: Caitlin. 

Therapon Theraderm Skin Renewal System Review and $140 Giveaway!

I'm a pretty simple girl.  I have to be since I have three small boys racing around my house who will wreak havoc if I take too long trying to get myself ready.

Tossing on a sundress and flip flops is the extent of my "getting ready" on summer mornings.  My hair is usually tossed up in a messy bun and then I'm set to go.

But, the one thing that I am actually fussy about is my skin.  Because glowing skin might distract people from the fact that clumsy me one of my boys probably spilled something on my dress. Plus, I want to fight getting older. Or at least, fight looking like I'm getting older.

So, I was excited when I won the Theraderm Skin Renewal System with Enriched Moisturizer back in January.  Though, I kept using my regular cleansers until they were gone and finally got around to trying this system a little over a month ago after reading about their promise of healthy, radiant skin. Who doesn't want that?

And I LOVE IT.

It's four steps- which usually makes me turn away- because who has time for that? But, the four steps of the Theraderm Skin Renewal System are clearly labeled and very easy to use.

Step 1: Cleansing Wash
Step 2: Fruit Acid Exfoliant
Step 3: OPC Reparative Gel
Step 4: Enriched Facial Moisturizer

I actually love it so much that I contacted Therapon and asked if they would let me giveaway one of their systems to you.  Because, let's face it: I could rave about it and you might listen.... but you're more likely to check out my review if you can win something, too.

Now, I said $140 giveaway, though this system is actually $137.50. But, that didn't quite have the same ring in my title, so forgive me, okay?

You know that I tend to be really cheap frugal, but after using this system for over a month, I haven't put much of a dent into it.  Considering it's four products plus the Gentle Action Application pads for the Fruit Acid Exfoliant, it's a lot of bang for your buck.

Giveaway: One of you will win a Theraderm Skin Renewal System.  This giveaway is open to US addresses only. If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your comment(s). Giveaway will close at 9pm ET 6/26. Winner will be contacted via email and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected.

Choose one or more of the entry methods: Must leave a separate comment for each thing that you do!
*Like Therapon on facebook
*Follow @theraponskin on twitter and leave your twitter name
*Sign up for Therapon's promos on “The Skinny”
*Follow Things I Can't Say GFC
*Like Things I Can't Say on facebook (you can do this right in my sidebar)
*Share this giveaway on Facebook

Disclaimer: I won the Theraderm Skin Renewal System, with no obligation to blog about it. All opinions are my own. Just sharing something fabulous with you. 


This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #142 jsc123. 

Freschetta Review and Giveaway

My boys are pretty predictable when it comes to their lunch choices: their variety usually comes from their dinner.


But, what if I don't want what they want for lunch? Freschetta By the Slice pizza is a great option!  You can make this single serving pizza in the microwave in just minutes.

And unlike other microwave pizzas I've tried, Freschetta's crust stays crispy.  I tried the Chicken, Spinach and Mushroom slice and it was so... well... FRESH.  The cheese was especially good: gooey and delicious.


Freschetta By the Slice also comes in BBQ Recipe Chicken, Vegetable Medley, and Six Cheese Medley.  I plan on stocking up on these for those times when it's just me who needs a meal.

Giveaway: Freschetta is giving one of you a chance to win a coupon for Freschetta By the Slice, as well as a three piece storage set.


To enter: If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your entries. US Only.  Giveaway will close on 4/21 at 9pm ET and winner will be notified via email.  Winner has 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected.

First entry: Leave a comment telling me your favorite kind of pizza (mine is mushroom, onion, and green pepper)

Additional entries: Please leave a separate comment for each entry.
*Like Freschetta on facebook
*Follow @Freschettapizza on twitter and leave your username
*Follow Things I Can't Say (GFC, twitter @shellthings, or facebook- can be done in my sidebar)


Freschetta Pizza sent me products for review, but all opinions are my own.

This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #193.

E-Mealz.com Meal Planning Review and Giveaway

With three little boys who already eat like they are teenagers, I really have to meal plan: trying to stretch our grocery budget and come up with meals that they would like. There's no such thing as just going to the grocery store and grabbing some things for dinner.


But, it was a long process for me: looking for recipes I wanted to make that week, then writing out a grocery list, then crossing off items after I checked my pantry, then rewriting the list according to how items are grouped together in the store to make my shopping trip a little faster.


It worked for us, but it was very time-consuming. I kept thinking I should try a meal-planning service, but I never got around to it.  But, then, I was asked by E-mealz.com to try their meal-planning service.  My verdict:

E-Mealz has over 20 meal plans to choose from for families ranging in size from 2-6.  There are low-carb, low fat, point system, vegetarian, and G-free meal plans, as well as being able to choose from menus based on different grocery stores.


We tried the Walmart Family Plan first.  The grocery list was all ready for me, with notes as to what meals each item was for.  I did shop my pantry first to see if there was anything that I could cross off.  The list was organized by sections of the store and gave the prices, with a total, so that I knew how much I should plan to spend for these seven meals.


According to the shopping list, my total should have been $74.88 and I spent $82.93.  I think I substituted a few brand-new items instead of using a generic recommended.  But, less than $83 for seven meals was still a great deal.  Plus, we had plenty of leftovers, so this actually stretched into more like 12 meals for us.


As for the recipes themselves, they were very easy to make: the directions for all 7 meals fit on one printed page(some weeks' plans take a page and a half). I hung the plans on my fridge for easy reference.


It was so nice not to worry about what was for dinner or if I had everything that I needed.  I also tried the vegetarian menu, as we like to have a few meatless meals each week.  The low-carb menu has a mix of these choices, too.


I wish I hadn't waited so long to try a meal planning service- E-Mealz really did make this process so easy!


GIVEAWAY: One of you will win a 3 month subscription to E-mealz!  Giveaway will close on 4/16 at 9pm ET and winner will be notified via email. If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your entries. Giveaway winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected.


FIRST ENTRY: Visit E-Mealz and leave a comment telling me what meal plan you would like to try.


ADDITIONAL ENTRIES: Please leave a separate comment for each entry.

*Visit the E-Mealz blog and tell me one thing you learned.

*Follow @emealz on twitter and leave your username

*Like E-Mealz on facebook and leave your username

*Follow Things I Can't Say (one entry total, but may be GFC, facebook, or twitter)


I was given the opportunity to try E-mealz in exchange for my honest opinion.

This giveaway is now closed. The winner is #29 VandyJ.

Easy Old Navy Summer Dress Giveaway: 2 Winners- Announced Tomorrow!

This giveaway is NOW CLOSED! Y'all are fabulous. The comments were completely cracking me up. I need to do a best of list!

The winners are:
#197 daisygal
and
#121 KLZ


We need to do another one of these sometime- thanks for playing along!


My #SITSLettingGo post

Pour Your Heart Out

It's been a rough week around here.  My two year old came down with Scarlatina aka Scarlet Fever aka strep throat with a nasty rash. My 4 and 6 year olds both have strep. And they are all home with me today because they are still contagious until tomorrow. They are actually feeling better- running around like maniacs, in fact. But, they are walking germballs, so I can't take them anywhere today. Stuck. In. The. House. With. Three. Active. Boys. And. Can't. Leave.

But, you, my dear readers, get to benefit from my misery.

Because I've decided that today would be a super fabulous day to take it easy.

I have two Old Navy coupons for a summer dress of your choice to give away: any women's summer dress valued at a regular price of $34.94 or less. Yes, that's a weird number. I'm just quoting the back of the coupon. The coupons also say US Only.  And that they are valid in-store, not online.

I live in sundresses in the summer. So that I can pretend like I'm put together, when really, I just like being comfortable in the heat and love how easy it is to get ready if all I need to do is throw on a dress and flip flops. I heart this little black sundress. And yes, it's under that weird $34.94.



I was sent these coupons from Crowdtap and I have to share them as a Old Navy Style Council member. Not get myself multiple sundresses(I am getting myself one, but that's it). But, they don't care HOW I share them.


So, I decided to share them with you, my wonderful readers. The coupons are only valid until 4/22, so I need to get these in the mail soon.


Ready for this easy giveaway?


Mandatory Entry: Follow Things I Can't Say  This can be GFC, facebook(which you can do right in my sidebar with one click), or twitter @shellthings .  Follow in more than one way and I'll really love you, but only one is required.


Additional entries: I said easy, right? I am going to take my dear friend MommaKiss's idea and let each of your comments count as an entry. Leave comments to your heart's content. About whatever you feel like talking about it....but you know, you probably shouldn't leave nasty comments.  And then come back later and leave more. However many you want.


Giveaway will close at midnight ET. Two winners will be selected by random.org and announced tomorrow.  Because there is a time limit on these coupons, winners will have 12 hours to reply to my email with your mailing address or new winners will be selected.


Easy enough? Happy commenting!

Pour Your Heart Out Anniversary Tomorrow!

It's hard for me to believe, but tomorrow is the one year anniversary of Pour Your Heart Out!

I started this link up because I realized that when I read posts that were really from the heart or posts about something that means so much to someone...THAT is where the connection really came from.


I'm so thrilled that so many of you have joined in- whether by linking up your own post or by reading those who do link up.


For tomorrow's edition of Pour Your Heart Out, if you link up, you will have a chance to win a prize that has been donated by some fabulous people.  To be eligible to win, you must write a PYHO post, include either a link back or the Pour Your Heart Out button, and link up by Thursday at midnight. Winners will be selected by random draw on Friday morning.


Thanks to all who donated: please show these people some love in the form of a follow or a like or by checking out their shops:


*Michelle, from Bruner Family Travels, sells Thirty One products. She is generously donating: Thirty-One Zipper Pouch – Onyx Medallion, 2 Chinese Dress Cell Phone Holders, Chinese Wine Dress, Chinese Chopsticks,Choice of Scarf, and a postcard good for $5 off a Thirty-One purchase.

*My sweet friend Megan @sweetsadiemarie, is one of those crafty people that I am majorly jealous of! She has created a decorative hand towel as a prize. Be sure to check out her shop.


*Sarah, another blogger and etsy gal, is donating these cute notecards. Please check out her shop, follow her blog(she's a teacher and I love hearing her stories), and follow her on twitter.

*Evonne @_mamajules_ is someone I've known for almost my whole blogging life and she another crafty gal. She blogs at All You Need is Love and Jules Outloud. She is offering your choice of these coasters.

*Posh Party Pretties is offering one dozen custom kandy kones. I like these Yo Gabba Gabba ones:

*Tiffany @mrstdraspp  from My Crazy Kind of Wonderful is giving away this cute sunflower serving dish. Perfect for entertaining!

*Beth, from A Work in Progress, @bethzimmerman, is one of the most supportive bloggers I know. If you haven't met her yet, you should! She is going to send someone this set of wine glasses in celebration of pouring it out!

*Eden Fantasys is going to send someone Naughty Bubbles Bubble Bath.

*From me, I headed to check out Sephora, my favorite store, and my favorite line of products, Philosophy: the Thank You set of bath products.

Thank you to everyone who is donating a prize for the one year anniversary of Pour Your Heart Out!

I hope that you will come back and link up tomorrow!

*I did not receive any items for these giveaways: all are being provided by the above named sponsors.  The last prize is from me, not Philosophy, though if they decide to start sending me things, I definitely wouldn't object.

Just Dance 2 Review and Giveaway

I had never been much of a video game person until we got a Wii and then I became slightly addicted.


My favorite game for a long time was Just Dance.  It was fun and a workout!  I even was the co-host of a weekly blog dance-off.  So much fun!  If you've never played, all you have to do is hold the Wii remote in your hand and mimic the moves on the screen- so people who can't dance(*cough, cough* me *cough, cough*) can look a little like we have a clue!


I was excited when Just Dance 2 came out- new songs and even new modes, like one called Just Sweat, which is more of a workout than just playing the game in regular mode.  But, I didn't pick it up- it was just forever on my list of wants.

So, when Just Dance asked me if I would be interested in reviewing it and possibly holding another Dance-off, of course I jumped at the chance! 


With new songs and new modes, they kept what I loved about Just Dance, but added to it!  The Just Sweat feature is my favorite, since I'm trying to get back into the workout groove.  But, I also like that you can download new songs, so it doesn't get old.

Another fun mode is Duets, where each player follows a different coach, to do a complementary dance.


GIVEAWAY: One of you will win a copy of Just Dance 2!


Giveaway Rules: If your email is not visible in your profile, you must leave it with your comments. Winner will be contacted via email and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be selected.  US only, please.  Giveaway will end on 3/21 at 9pm ET.


First easy-peasy entry: Do you have a Wii? If not, who are you trying to win this for?

Additional entries: Please leave a separate comment for each entry!
*Follow @justdance_game on twitter
*Like Just Dance on facebook and leave your username
*Follow Things I Can't Say GFC
*Like Things I Can't Say on facebook(you can do this in my sidebar)
*Follow @shellthings on twitter
*Tweet this giveaway(leave direct link to your tweet): I want to dance! Win Just Dance 2 from @justdance_game and @shellthings #giveaway http://bit.ly/g5FZQz

This giveaway is now closed and the winner is #223 Jill!