contests 12-21-09

From dates to diapers-$30 walmart gift card/12/22/09

An island life-$100 g.c. to bestbuy/12/24/09

Angela’s bits-kidorable umbrella/12/25/09

An island life-$100 to jc penny from beware of the doghouse/12/25/09

Rockin mama-baby christmas cd/12/25/09 10pm

Sahm reviews-prima princessa the nutcracker dvd/12/26/09

An island life-$50 g.c. to kohls/12/26/09

Chic shopper chick-keurig platinum brewing system/12/26/09

An island life-spongebob season 6 dvd/12/26/09

All because 2 people fell in  love-ac/dc box set/12/26/09

Rockin mama-$25 subway g.c./12/29/09 10pm

Rockin mama-gc for 1 lb of see’s candy/12/30/09 10pm

Fiestyfrugal-$25 g.c. to subway/12/31/09 9pm

A frugal friend-$25 coleman g.c./1/3/09

Shop with me mama-build a bear alvin/1/3/09 10pm

Mommy mandy-sealy posturepedic bed/1/20/09

Contests 12-16-09

Mom knows it all-sony pocket reader/12/18/09

No time mommy-wizards of waverly place the movie/12/18/09

Here and there-train reaction/12/20/09

No time mommy-moving picture books/12/20/09(0 entries)

Mom knows it all-lee slender secret stretch jeans/12/20/09

Rockin mama-set of wine glasses/12/21/09 12pm

vals kitchen-fast and frugal cookbook/12/21/09

Mamanista-couzy coupe 30th anniversary/12/21/09

Vals kitchen-$50 to omaha steaks/12/24/09

No time mommy-i catch a character/12/26/09(1 entry)

Melinda joy-25 amazon gift card/12/29/o9 12pm

Moms focus online-gift pack($141.93)/12/30/09

Moms focus online-air o swiss air washer/humidifer/12/30/09

Moms focus online-32″ drop bottom duffle bag/12/30/09

No time mommy-barney please and thank you/1/8/09(1 entry)

No time mommy-thomas and friends dvd/1/8/09

No time mommy-cheerios prize pack/1/10/09

No time mommy-yoohoo and friends/1/13/09

No time mommy-best of bob dvd/1/15/09

Contest 12-14-09

An island life-curious george a very monkey christmas/12/15/09

An island life-prep and landing plushie/12/16/09

An island life-16gb i pod and 15 i tunes g.c./12/17/09

An island life-xbox guitar hero 5 game/12/17/09

Pure natural diva-everyday minerals makeup/12/19/09

Pure natural diva-couture cotton pajamas/12/19/09

Pure natural diva-green toy dish set/12/19/09

Mom knows it all-$50 g.c. to 1800 baskets/12/20/09

Vals kitchen-peppridge farms cookie mix/12/20/09

Here and there-crayola timer light toothbrush/12/20/09

Rockin mama-$30 brownie sampler from cheryl and co./12/23/09

Rockin mama-hanny manny fix it motorcycle/12/23/09 12pm

Melinda Joy-$25 g.c. to ecostore/1/5/09 12pm

contests 12-11-09

A frugal friend-barneys tee riffic holiday collection/12/12/09

The creative junkie-$35 sheer cuteness from tiddlywinks/12/13/09

A frugal friend-thomas and friends holiday collection/12/14/09

Here and there-sesame street bath playables/12/15/09

Everything up close-daddy diaper changing tool box/12/17/09

Sahm reviews-dove self esteem prize pack/12/17/09

5 minutes for mom-$50 g.c. to sears/12/18/09

5 minutes for mom-curious george prize pack/12/18/09

Here and there-corel painter 4 essential/12/18/09

5 minutes for mom-$50 amex card/12/18/09

Mom knows it all-$100 g.c. to jc penny/12/20/09

Everything up close-avery gift basket/12/20/09

Here and there-corel digital studio 2010/12/20/09

Mom knows it all-guitar hero 5/12/20/09

contests 12-9-09

A frugal friend-who was there on christmas night board book/12/11/09

Just a moms take on things-$20 g.c. to marili jeans/12/17/09

Mom knows it all– the origins of everyday things that change the world/12/18/09

Just a moms take on things-my little pony twinkle wish adventure/12/18/09

Here and there-hallmark gift cards/12/18/09

Mom knows it all-i use to know that stuff you forgot from school/12/18/09

Here and there-travel charger, mouse and laptop case/12/18/09

Focus organic-delicious giftbox/12/19/09

Melinda joy-$100 g.c. to jcpenny/12/22/09

Rockin  mama-1800 baskets gift basket/12/22/09 10 pm

Contests 12-7-09

A frugal friend-berenstien bears Christmas tree book/12/11/09

She scribes-cooks ham/12/11/09

Here and there-name your tune cd/12/12/09

Mom knows it all-build a bear frosty/12/15/09

Lizzy dear-daisy rock guitar/12/15/09

Here and there-plantronics voyager pro/12/15/09

Mom knows it all-gum crayola toothbrush/12/15/09

Here and There-Remmington electric shaver/12/15/09

Rockin mama-$25 amez g.c./12/18/09

Rockin mama-curious george a very monkey christmas cd/12/18/09

Rockin mama-creativity for kids set/12/19/09

Melinda joy-$110 visa g.c./12/20/09

contests 12-2-09

Moms focus online-coco bonbons kids clothes/12/5/09

Rockin mama-$30 walmart gift card/12/7/09

A frugal friend-baby jesus board book/12/7/09

Melinda joy-$25 to bonefish grill/?

Happliy blended-professional flat iron/12/8/09

An island life-$250 visa g.c./12/8/09

Here and there-handy manny motorcycle adventure dvd/12/9/09

Here and there-mickeys choo choo express dvd/12/9/09

Rave and review-my pal scout/12/10/09

A frugal friend-green toys chef set/12/10/09

Rockin mama-coca cola prize pack/12/10/09

From dates to diapers-$50 amex card/12/11/09

Melinda joy-$50 g.c. to simply shoes/12/11/09

Mom knows it all-theres no i in office/12/12/09

Mom knows it all– the ultimate book of top ten lists/12/12/09

Melinda joy-$50 g.c. to vintage bakeshop/12/13/09 12pm

Melinda joy-$50 g.c. to amon maternity/12/15/09 12pm

Melinda joy-staples oxo products/12/20/09 12pm

Getting kids to sleep on time

I have to admit I am so bad about getting my kids into a routine. I had them in one for a while, but then daylight savings screwed it all up.  Now with Hectic schedules I find myself forgetting certain routines.

Some of my tips for getting my kids to bed is:

Always schedule a time- My kids are in bed at 8, may not fall asleep then but they have to lay in bed.

patience-Yes small kids will get up from time to time, just put them back in bed and walk away.

Reading  a good story-reading a story is a great way to bond and let your child know there is nothing to be scared of.

if all else fails-Drive, my kids always fall asleep in the car, and if I can’t get them to go to sleep or if they are overly cranky. I go for a drive.

Leave a light on- a little less scared and will make them more comfortable

This post was written for a contest on behalf of twittermoms and www.DramaU.net

So the way it usually works is Dinner, bath, brush teeth, cuddles(reading), bedtime.

What brings me joy in my life

Barking Mad is holding a contest and wants to know.

If you’ve read my blog regularly, you know the past year has been full of ups and downs.  break ups, make ups, family feuds, financial issues etc. The one thing I can always count on to bring me joy and happiness is my children. McKenzie(4), Alexandra (3), and William(2 on the 7th), are the best things in my life. Even though they stress me out and fight and scream, a little laugh and smile, is all I need. Of course when my hubby is being nice, he brings me joy too. (he is career oriented)

This post has been written for a contest with Barking Mad

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Mom Centrals Holiday Gift Guide with Giveaways

Mom Central Has started their annual Holiday Gift Guide that features great items and giveaways too.

Each week they will feature different items with giveaways. some of the items coming up are:


Pandora Bracelet: These versatile bracelets allow you to customize your look through numerous charms that you can add or change to match your outfit.  Create a tradition with family and friends by giving charms for different celebrations and milestones after presenting the bracelet as the original gift this holiday season.

Daisy Rock: Debutante Electric Guitar Starter Set: A starter kit for young girls who aspire to be rock stars!  The set includes all she will need to begin her musical adventure: an “atomic pink” guitar, 10 watt amplifier, electronic tuner, guitar strap, picks, string winder, polish cloth, and an instructional DVD.

So hurry on over and enter 

“I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central. Mom Central entered my name in a random drawing to win a gift to thank me for taking the time to participate

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