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LifeStory Fathers Day Contest

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LifeStory wants to celebrate dads, most important the fathers who are no longer with us.   LifeStory’s goal is to provide a place thats special to preserve the memories of Fathers who have passed on, and to also pass down their Legacies to their children.

From now until June 23, you can create a LifeStory page and enter to win a hard copy book of your story and a 1 year membership to the Modern Widows Club Magazine.

 

To enter:

  1. Create a LifeStory about a father who has passed on in your life.
  2. Invite your friends to contribute to your page. Share stories memories and photos!
  3. The top 5 LifeStory pages will win.

Rules:

Winner will be determined by the total number of posts  and comments on a single LifeStory page. The top 5 LifeStory profiles with the highest numbers at the end of the entry period will be awarded prizes as noted above.

Contest begins at 12:01am on 6/9/13 and closes on 6/23/13 at 11:59 pm. All posts must be submitted by contest deadline to be counted. Top LifeStories will be selected 6/24/2013 and will be based on total number of posts and comments on a single LifeStory page.

Winners will be announced on our Facebook page on June 24 and notified via email. They will have 30 days to claim prizes. Hard back books will be designed and delivered within a 6 month period. Each book will be designed based on LifeStory profile content. Only content posted on LifeStory.com will be included in book. Video and link postings will not be included in book.

Only the first year of Modern Widows Club magazine will be paid for by LifeStory.com, all subsequent yearly subscriptions are the sole responsibility of the winner.

Estimated Prize Value: $75, preserving memories: Priceless

Finding The Right iPhone Case For Summer

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Summer is upon us and it’s time to start thinking about ways to keep your iPhone safe. With all the summer activities families have going on phones can slip out and get damaged. At the beach you have to worry about having no pockets in your swimsuit, plus sand and water.Make sure you get a good phone case in case your phone does slip out of your pocket, it doesn’t get damaged.   My first phone I left sitting out and my daughter got a hold of it and buried it in the sand.. It was not working well after that.

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Best Buy has tons of phone cases to choose from, from waterproof cases to glam cases. Every style and design you need is available.

Mophie adds style as well as protection for your phone. You’ll have the protection you need for your phone, and will be able to have the case that fits your style or outfit.

Mophie, is making sure your iPhone stays safe this summer with an exclusive offer of 10% off a number of their cases for a limited time.

Disclosure: The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

Cascade Platinum Keeps Your Dishes Sparkling

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“I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Cascade. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.”

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One chore I don’t mind doing in my house is the dishes, well as long as my dishwasher is working.   I love how easy it is to use, and if you have tons of dishes you can run it again.   I usually use liquid dish-washing detergent.  Sometimes though I notice that it leaves a little residue on the cups.  I always pre-rinse my dishes since our last dishwasher broke it’s just been a habit.

Then I was introduced to Cascade  Platinum packs. They are so easy to use, it’s just a little pack that you put in your dishwasher.

Cascade Platinum Pacs deliver the most powerful clean from Cascade, while also cleaning the inside of your dishwasher.

Cascade power pacs also”

  • powers away tough stuck on food
  • Eliminates the need to pre-wash dishes
  • delivers dishware shine
  • helps maintain the look of your dishes as well as keep your machine looking new.

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When i first tried these I was skeptical, since it was just a tiny pack and my dishwasher is old and I’ve always had trouble with residue and dishes not coming clean enough.   I was amazed with the Cascade Platinum pacs. They got my dishes clean and there was no little food pieces t the bottom of my dishwasher.  I couldn’t believe a little pac like that could make my dishes and dishwasher shine.

Plus, Having your dishes look their best makes the meal that much better. Gail Simmons, Top Chef Judge and Editor of Food and Wine magazine has teamed up with Cascade to discuss why presentation is just as important as preparation.

I believe that is true, when my husband was in undergrad school, he worked as a dishwasher in a restaurant. He was told from the beginning that without dishwashers and clean dishes the restaurant would be nothing.

Cascade Platinum is holding a Instagram contest that is running for four weeks. Each week they will have a theme and you just upload your pic of the theme to be entered. For more information on the contest visit here.
Each week 2 winners will receive a Whirlpool dishwasher, a lucky grand prize winner will receive a platinum kitchen.

ALDI Is Hiring In Bay Shore (Long Island) NY

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This is not a compensated post, just sharing for those in my community who need a job.

Aldi in Bay Shore is hiring for Manager Trainee Positions.

The event will take place at Aldi in Bay Shore

ALDI Bay Shore
1851 Sunrise Highway
Bay Shore, NY 11706

Thursday June 6, 2013 from 6 AM to 6 PM

Manager Trainees can make up to $25.00 hr.

Requirements
• Must be 18 years or older to apply
• High school diploma or GED
• Must be available to work anytime between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.
• Retail experience preferred
• Management experience preferred for Manager Trainees
• Drug screening and background check
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
• Reliable transportation required

If you fit the requirements. Please come and apply.

YMCA Healthy Kids Day On Long Isand

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YMCA locations on Long Will be participating in Healthy Kids Day this Saturday April 27, 2013.

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This event is open to the public even if you do not have a YMCA membership.

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I attended with my family and they have so many exciting and fun things for kids to do.   They had family Zumba, Mad Science, a petting zoo, and so much more. It is mainly to make you aware of the programs the YMCA offers and why you should join.  We came home with literally a case full of information, along with goodies for the kids.

I think my kids favorite part was the Fire Truck they had for kids to look at. They allowed the kids inside, they got to try on the jacket and hat, and even got to spray the hose.

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Master Lock Eases Tax Season

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Tax season is almost over and I know many people wait until the last minute to file, as they waited to long for a W-2, or other information.
Here are some tips to get you on track and started early for this year and next.

  • Request electronic copies of your tax forms– Most employers will give you the option to receive your W-2 through email or on the web. You’ll get your tax return sooner and won’t have to worry about postal delays.
  • Securely Store documents online-Avoid the mess and stacks of paperwork by storing all of your documents online securely. The free secure service at Master Lock Vault will help.
  • Think taxes all year around– Don’t start preparing in February or even March. Start planning and having receipts and documents ready and in one place all year long.
  • Opt for direct deposit–  If your expecting a tax refund, opt to have it sent direct deposit. It’s faster and easier. If you owe money pay online, it will save you time from having to wait at the post office.
  • Call for help–  You might need outside help. There are great resources on the IRS website and also a toll free number you can call.

If you sign up for the Master Lock Vault to store your documents, and get a Vault account you’ll be entered in to win 1 of 5 1,000 prizes. It’s part of their Master Lock Tax Relief Rewards Sweepstakes.

We filed super early this year so to keep all my receipts and blogging documents safe, I will be storing them in a locked file safe.

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The 7148D holds up to daily use and is perfect for storing important documents like Birth Certificates or even holding money.

***The 7148D  is perfect for my documents. We are putting together the file folders right now for our Birth Certificates and tax paperwork.  The 7148D is light weight and esy to move around. It comes with two keys and is easy to unlock and lock. One thing I did notice is that the lock moves around, so I had to use my nail to get it to line up so the key will go in.

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I do feel a lot safer now that I know important documents are locked up.

You can get The 7148D from Master Lock for $21.09

 

Eggo’s Great Waffle Off Contest

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Recently Eggo Waffles Recently launched The Great Eggo waffle Off, a challenge for waffle lovers to submit their most creative recipes for a chance to win $5,000.
Any kind of Waffle recipe will be accepted, whether it’s breakfast, lunch or diner recipes.

Eggo Waffles is also enlisting the help of 15 mom and food bloggers to help give you inspiration, they will be sharing their recipes on Facebook.

For more information or to enter your own recipe into teh contest Visit Eggo’s Facebook page.

A shared recipe to get you inspired

Mini Ice Cream Sandwiches:

Preparation Time: 15 Mins.
Total Time to Serve: 15 Mins ½ Servings: 3

INGREDIENTS
6 Kellogg’s Eggo Minis Homestyle waffles
3 scoops (2 tbsp. each) Breyers French Vanilla Ice Cream
Mulit-colored sprinkles (optional)

DIRECTIONS
1. Prepare Kellogg’s Eggo Minis Homestyle waffles according to package directions. Cool for 10 minutes.

Disclosure: No compensation was received for this post.

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