Bella's Confections - Giveaway
Friday, April 30, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
A little background about Bella's Confections:
Bella's Confections is a labor of love as a tribute to a wonderful grandmother. The fudge recipe is her original recipe, a family tradition for decades. What makes Bella's Gourmet Fudge so incredible is the use of only the freshest ingredients. You can taste the quality of the rich cream, sweet butter, pure vanilla and only premium chocolate. Each batch of gourmet fudge is made in small batches to achieve the perfect results. The fabulous gourmet fudge is made daily!
When I was approached by Bella's Confections for this review, I literally was a kid in candy store. The beauty of the website and the flavors of the many confections, fudges and sweet treats enticed me right in. The beautiful chocolate photography made me want all of it in my home. I was imagining sitting with that table full of fudgy gooey goodness all within reach. I would like that photo on my wall to dream of chocolate all day. So the photography drew me right in...then I read all the confections avialable. Caution Mouthwatering Ahead!
The Stripe Collection-Classic
Classic Chocolate Fudge (black ribbon), Classic Chocolate Fudge (alternate red ribbon), Classic Chocolate Fudge with Walnuts (green ribbon), Classic Chocolate Fudge with Walnuts (alternate red ribbon)
The Stripe Collection-Signature
Orange Marmalade, Peanut Butter Decadence, Vanilla Caramel Pecan
The Stripe Collection-Dark Decadence
Dark Chocolate Classic Fudge, Dark Chocolate Fudge With Walnuts, Dark Chocolate Orange Marmalade, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter
The Stripe Collection-Seasonal
German Chocolate Delight (available Sept-Feb), Holiday Jubilee (available Nov-Dec), Peppermint Stick Bark (available Nov-Dec)
The Modern Collection
Semi Plain Chocolate, Semi Plain Walnut, Vanilla Caramel Pecan, Dark Chocolate Plain, Dark Chocolate Walnut, Dark Orange Marmalade
Fudge Infusion
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Fudge With Peanut Butter Cookies, Semi-Sweet Chocolate Fudge With White Macadamia Nut Cookies, White Chocolate Fudge With Cranberry White Chocolate Pecan Cookies
Bella's Bites
Assorted 6 Piece, Love Bites, Spring Bites, Easter Bites, Holiday Assorted, Holiday Holly
Bella's Jumbo Bites
Semi-Sweet Plain Chocolate, Semi-Sweet Chocolate With Walnuts, Semi-Sweet Chocolate with Peanut Butter, Assorted
Cookies & Jams
Bella’s is proud to feature products made exclusively for us by The Cookie Tree and Stephens Farms. These two companies pride themselves of using the best ingredients and we know you will enjoy high quality products.
I knew I was in for something really special. Eric of Bella's Confections was so kind in sending me a lovely selection to sample. My gourmet fudge is from The Modern Collection. The fudge is presented in exquisite white tins with a peek through lid so you can see the decadence inside. The tins hold a generous 10 ounces of fudge and it comes packaged with a little serving knife, nice touch. My first flavor taste was the Dark Plain Chocolate Gourmet Fudge. Rich chocolate, plain and simple. The fudge is so creamy and the perfect consistency for my liking. The chocolate is silky with a wonderful lingering chocolate taste. It melts so nicely you want to savor each bite, and I did. The balance of creaminess with the decadent dark chocolate, oh yes I was in chocolate blissdom. Then I tried the Dark Chocolate Walnut Gourmet Fudge. The wonderful addition of sweet walnuts to the already perfect Dark Chocolate Fudge, could it get any better? Well yes I could have more! Bella's Confections really knows fudge. The quality is evident when you taste it. I would love to try some of the other decadent flavors - Vanilla Caramel Pecan is calling my name. Seasonal flavors too when available, I must try the Pumpkin Pecan Spice. I think I need a Bella's Confections frequent buyers card. For even more fun I was able to try the Bella's Bites. Bella’s bites are individual servings of semi-sweet gourmet fudge, just right for a little treat anytime. These little fudge gems come in packages of six in a variety of assorted flavors. They are adorable. Bella's Bites vary through the different seasons in decoration for festive fudge fun!
Have I awakened your chocolate craving? You can purchase Bella's Confections in selected stores or directly online. Bella's Confections makes the gourmet fudge fresh daily and ships within 4 days for the best freshness and quality. Moms love fudge too! Place an order this week for Mother's Day. She may even share it with you.
Stay Connected with Bella's Confections on:
Facebook - Bella's Confections
Twitter - Bellasfudge
***Giveaway Closed***
Here is your chance to win! Bella's Confections is providing to one lucky reader - Two Modern Collection Gourmet Fudge Tins and Bella Bites Fudge Cups. Flavors determined by Bella's Confections.
Mandatory Entry (First entry)
--Visit Bella's Confections, browse around and tell me in a comment which confection you are most wanting to devour.
--Include your email address (if not public in a profile) so I can contact you if you win.
Additional optional entries: Eligible after completing mandatory entry above: You can do any or all of the following for one entry each. Please leave a separate comment for each that you have done.
--Subscribe to my blog and verify the subscription. Current subscribers are eligible too.
--Follow my blog (see the right side bar to sign up) Already a follower, just leave a comment saying that you are a follower.
--Follow me on Twitter. Current followers are eligible too, just leave a comment saying that you are a twitter follower.
--Follow Bellasfudge on twitter.
--Tweet about this giveaway and leave a link to your tweet (Can tweet once daily).
--Grab my button and post it on your blog and leave a link to your blog.
--Like Bella's Confections on Facebook.
--Become a Fan of One 2 Try on Facebook.
--FOR 5 EXTRA ENTRIES - Write a blog post about this giveaway, with a link to my blog. Come back and leave the link to your blog post. Post FIVE separate comments that you've blogged about this.
--FOR 5 MORE ENTRIES - Make any purchase from Bella's Confections. Post FIVE separate comments about your purchase. Subject to verification. You know you want some!
Giveaway ends on May 10th at 11:59 PM Pacific time. Open to US addresses only. No PO Boxes. Winner will be chosen by random.org and contacted by email. Please respond in 48 hours or a new winner will be chosen. To be fair to everyone, comments not meeting requirements will be deleted. Rules.
Many thanks to Eric of Bella's Confections for providing the review samples and giveaway product.
Disclosure: I received gratis samples for this review. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Today is National Oatmeal Cookie Day!
Friday, April 30, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
I love a good oatmeal cookie. Whether it has raisins or chocolate chips, or if just a plain oatmeal cookie enjoy one today. It is National Oatmeal Cookie Day!
There are thousands if not millions of Oatmeal Cookie recipes. I bet you have a family favorite. Here are a few out of the norm Oatmeal Cookie recipes.
Cate's World Kitchen - Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
Gourmeted dot com - Blueberry-Pecan Oatmeal Cookies
Local Lemons - Oatmeal Maple Cookies with Cranberry Marshmallow Creme
Epicurious - Ancho Chili Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Epicurious - Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies with A Kick
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Amor y Tacos - Celebrate Cinco De Mayo!
Thursday, April 29, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
If you like Mexican cuisine especially tacos here is a great new cookbook.
Amor y Tacos: Modern Mexican Tacos, Margaritas and Antojitos written by Deborah Schneider. The author is a chef and author of the award-winning Baja! Cooking on the Edge (Rodale) and Cooking with the Seasons (STC), nominated for a 2009 James Beard Award. She is the executive chef and partner in SOL Cocina in Newport Beach, California. Schneider lives with her family in San Diego.
I will have to make a visit to the SOL Cocina restaurant sometime. The menu looks fabulous. It is not too far from my location and it would be a nice day out. It is easy to see the inspiration for Amor y Tacos.
Chef Deborah kept seeing a new direction with classic Mexican foods and worked her magic into new modern flavors. Antojitos (little bites) are becoming very popular for teasing the palate. Cocktails are expanding into new exotic ingredients and flavor sensations. Amor y Tacos brings a little of this Mexican Cuisine explosion to the home cook.
I love the party ideas presented. Amor y Tacos includes awesome suggestions for different size parties. I found this very handy. Browsing the cocktails I found something very different. How about a Tangerine Ginger Margarita made with fresh ginger? If you are more adventurous you could dare to try the Pineapple Serrano Margarita, I will bet that is one spicy drink. I plan on making the Iced Mexican Coffee for myself. I love coffee drinks. Moving on to the antojitos - here you will find lots of spicy flavorful bites. These are sure to please and tickle your tastebuds. The cookbook really shines when you get to the Tacos.
Courtesy of Abrams Books here is a recipe from Amor y Tacos.
Shrimp Taco Dorado
Makes 12 substantial tacos, enough for 6 hungry people. The dorado taco is a supertaco—a new trend in which the basic taco is elaborated upon by adding more salsas, cheese, and garnishes; adding layers; toasting and frying; and generally pushing the taco to its limit. A good dorado is gooey, substantial, and filling—a corn tortilla fried on the griddle with a little butter or oil until golden and half crisped, then stuffed with cheese and any number of fillings and sauces.
This taco, a favorite of mine, tops melted cheese with garlicky shrimp, guacamole, and chipotle salsa, then finishes with a spoonful of sweet-hot mango habanero salsa and fresh cilantro sprigs. It all comes together quickly, so make sure everything is ready to serve before you start cooking the shrimp.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons butter or olive oil
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, tails removed, and cut in half if large
1 teaspoon finely chopped chipotles in adobo
1⁄4 teaspoon salt
Large corn tortillas
11⁄2 cups grated Jack cheese
Chipotle salsa (page 138)
Guacamole (page 77)
Mango habanero salsa (page 136)
Cilantro sprigs
1. In an 8-inch sauté pan, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter or oil over medium heat.
When it is heated, but not brown, add the garlic and shrimp, and cook, stirring, until the shrimp are pink. Stir in the chipotles and salt and remove from the heat.
2. Preheat a heavy pan or griddle over medium heat and brush it lightly with some of the remaining butter or olive oil. Set a corn tortilla on the griddle and scatter 2 tablespoons of shredded Jack cheese evenly over the tortilla. Set 3 or 4 shrimp on one side of the tortilla. When the cheese starts to melt, fold the tortilla in half over the shrimp, and continue to cook on both sides until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is lightly crisped and golden brown.
3. Open the taco. Dollop 1 teaspoon of chipotle salsa on top of the shrimp and follow with a tablespoon each of guacamole and mango habanero salsa. Tuck a couple of cilantro sprigs into the opening and serve right away.
There are many incredible taco recipes to explore and make. I have added all the ingredients for Carne Asasa Taco Vampiro to my shopping list for my Cinco De Mayo dinner. With so many fantastic recipes to choose from you may wish every day was Cinco De Mayo.
You can purchase Amor y Tacos direct from Abrams Books or check with your local bookseller.
Amor y Tacos: Modern Mexican Tacos, Margaritas and Antojitos
By Deborah Schneider / Photographs by Sara Remington
Stewart, Tabori & Chang / May 2010
$18.95 US / $24.95 CAN; ISBN: 978-1-58479-824-8
15 color photographs / 55 recipes / Hardcover
Many thanks to Abrams Books for providing the review copy.
Disclosure: I received a gratis copy for this review. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Today is National Shrimp Scampi Day!
Thursday, April 29, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
My mom makes the best shrimp scampi. I have had it at restaurants and I always prefer my moms style. She makes it so simple with butter, olive oil and chopped garlic and a few other specila touches. Served over pasta and mmmm what a meal. I have not had this in quite some time. I am sure mom would make some if I asked. Mom?
Most of the recipes I was searching for were pretty similar in style. The best resource I found was cdkitchen. She has listed 25 different Shrimp Scampi recipes for various tastes.
Enjoy your day,
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Take it all off Thursday! - Nutrisystem Update
Thursday, April 29, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
So how did I manage with my appetite going through the roof this week. Veggies. Lots of Veggies. I browsed my meal planner to find all the unlimited veggies allowed on the program and ate those to fill me up. Veggies are a must on the Nutrisystem plan. They give you nutrients, fiber and fill you up. There are many you can have in unlimited amounts. Good veggies too. Asparagus, broccoli, cabbage, celery, cucumbers and more than 20 others. Cucumbers were my go to veggie this week. Luckily they were on sale at my local markets and they were so sweet this time of year. I heard that celery is actually a negative calorie food because it takes more calories in energy to eat it than it has. (could be a myth but hey its unlimited so I ate lots of it). One veggie that surprises me is carrots. Your serving size is only 1 cup. Must be the sugar content or something.
Thank goodness for veggies.
A few of the Nutrisystem foods I had this week were:
Thick Crust Pizza
Mac & Cheese
Bean & Ham Soup
Pancakes
Rotini with Meatballs - my favorite
Cheese Ravioli
Can't forget dessert!
Chocolate Almond Cookie
Strawberry Bar
I have been so pleased with the foods and the results of Nutrisystem. Almost 14 pounds with just determination and good foods. Take the Free Body Assessment on Nutrisystem to see how it could work for you.
Many thanks to Nutrisystem for providing the program for my weight loss journey.
Disclosure: I received a gratis Nutrisystem program in exchange for my weekly reviews. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Warmables Lunch Pouches - Review with exclusive Discount Pricing
Thursday, April 29, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
The Warmables For Kids lunch pouch is an insulated food storage system that uses a heated cherry pits bag.
Here is how it works:
Fill the provided plastic container with food. Heat in microwave. Put the container with its hot contents into the WARMABLES pouch.
Heat the provided cherry pit bag in microwave.
Put it into the WARMABLES pouch along with the food container.
Take the sealed WARMABLES pouch and put it into your child’s INSULATED lunch box.
Simple. You can send your kids to school with a warm lunch you prepared so you know what they are eating. This is a great idea for a child that suffers from food allergies. Stay in control of the foods they are exposed to.
Warmables offers other products using the cherry pit heating idea. They have Warmables for the Office, Body Warmers, Pit Eye Mask, Neck Hugger and my personal favorite - The Everywhere Roll. Warmables was so kind to supply me with The Everywhere Roll to experience. The Everywhere Roll can be used hot or cold. To heat - place the roll in the microwave and heat on 45 second intervals until desired temperature is reached. To use cold - store in the freezer in a plastic bag for an ice pack. I love The Everywhere Roll. It is quick to heat and the heat stays for a long time. I have been using it on my neck and back for soothing warmth. It also comes with a Lavender sachet for an even more relaxing touch. Store the Everywhere Roll with the sachet and your roll will smell fabulous and calming while providing the warmth. Ahhh.
Warmables are made right here in the US with materials from the US and Canada only. Warmables mission is to bring healthier lunches to kids while benefiting the environment and the economy. By utilizing the Warmables re-usable pouches, the trash production is reduced.
You can win at Warmables! Warmables would like to keep you informed with recipes and tips as well as updates to the Warmables products. Sign up for the newsletter and you will be entered into their monthly giveaway for subscribers at Warmables.
Interested in purchasing Warmables? I have special discount pricing available for One 2 Try readers.
Warmables for Kids: $ 15.00 - save $12.95
Warmables for the Office $ 20.00 - save $17.95
Body Warmer: $ 10.00 - save $8.50
Kidding Around $ 10.00- save $8.00
Eye Mask: $ 7.00 - save $4.95
Everywhere Roll $ 10.00 - save $8.50
Neck Hugger $ 16.00 - save $13.50
Prices do not include shipping. Shipping charges are additional.
These are incredible savings for Warmables in this one time offer just for One 2 Try readers. To take advantage of the discount contact Warmables by email with your purchase information and the One 2 Try prices listed above. Prices are good through May 15th and can only be claimed by email contact. Your invoice will be generated for you with the discount prices. Who doesn't love a bargain?
Ahhhh back to my Warmables Everywhere Roll.
Many thanks to Warmables for providing the review sample.
Disclosure: I received a gratis sample for this review. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Today is National Blueberry Pie Day!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Recipes for the day:
Velvet Lava Cafe - Flueberry Frumble Frie (blueberry crumble pie). Blueberries, lemon zest and an oh so good looking brown sugar crumple top.
cdkitchen - A wonderful recipe listing of over 20 Blueberry Pies for the occasion. Make one or two!
Savory Bites - If you have leftover Blueberry pie filling you can make these Almond Blueberry Bars. I bet those are scrumptious. Definitely going on my One 2 Try list.
Go out and get some blueberry pie today or better yet, fresh blueberries and make one. I see that blueberry all over your face.
Enjoy your day!
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Readers Survey Results - Thank You!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Thank you very much to all who participated in my recent readers survey. The information will be used to help me bring you more exciting content on One 2 Try. The results were pretty much what I was anticipating with a few interesting surprises.
Here is a recap of the results:
Visit: Most of you visit several times each week, with daily coming in a close second. I love all those visits. Thanks for stopping by!
Feelings about One 2 Try:
Love it! was the overall winner. Aww, I am blushing, thank you very much.
Would like to see more of:
The overwhelming response was Giveaways. I would love to get more giveaways for you and I am actively working on it. Many of you want more recipes. I have an idea for this, stay tuned.
Like to see less of:
This was interesting. There was not too much response (which is good) but a few ideas came up. Less childrens items, less giveaways, less reviews only, less images, less Friday Follow, and the one that surprises me is less text. I guess I write too much. LOL.
The Giveaways:
Most of you said they were easy to enter, products you like and worth entering. A few thought there were too many entry options so I am changing the entries up a bit depending on the giveaway.
Favorite Feature:
Number one - Giveaways. Of course, who would not want to have some of the great stuff the sponsors are supplying. Many of you are fond of Dear So and So letters and the National Day recipes got a big thumbs up.
Something you would like to see added:
There were a few cool ideas. More book reviews and giveaways, Short term giveaways, Blog Swap (Meet and Greet), frugal tips, and pet ideas. The funniest answer to be added - someone said "My Blog Button". Thanks for the chuckle.
Pet ideas - I started another blog called Bonz 2 Chew which is slowly getting established but I have big plans for it. Stop by Bonz 2 Chew to check it out.
Overall I found the information very valuable. It has generated a few new ideas and ways to expand on the things you are enjoying. I appreciate everyone who took the time to answer the survey for me.
The two lucky winners of the Starbucks Gift Cards are:
sbcashortie
sweetascandy
Congratulations! I have contacted you both by email. Now I am off to find you all more giveaways to feature.
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Today is National Prime Rib Day!
Tuesday, April 27, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Prime Rib... Mmmm there are many way to season Prime Rib and I have found a nice assortment for you to lick your lips over.
The Food Network has a fabulous Bobby Flay recipe which includes fresh thyme leaves for the au jus.
Kitchen Worthy has a Wasabu-garlic crusted Prime Rib. Wow you would not need horseradish with this one.
Sticky Gooey Creamy Chewy is featuring a Rib Eye Steaks with a Spicy, Smoky, Cacao Nibs Rub. (which I included because of the uniqueness.)
Joelen's Culinary Adventures - Makes a Prime Rib Sliders Sandwich with leftover prime rib. Wait, who has leftover prime rib?
Allrecipes.com is the place to search for many more traditional and exquisitely different Prime Rib recipes. You will find a nice listing of recipes.
Now that I have made you all very hungry, enjoy your day!
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Either You're In or You're In the Way
Tuesday, April 27, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Either You're In or You're In the Way - a book written by Logan and Noah Miller, details a year long journey into the insides, outsides and upside downs of the movie making process. The Miller brothers - two identical twin brothers set foot in Hollywood with a dream and no money. What happens is nothing short of "someone is watching over us" moments. Each episode of the adventure is written with such warmth, humor and detail.
I truly have enjoyed reading Either You're In or You're In the Way. I could not wait to see what happened next. Every moment leads to another moment. My impression is the Miller Brothers were in the right place at the right time with some divine intervention thrown in. Each chapter is thoroughly described in exacting detail to the places and events plus the outcomes. Imagine wanting to cast the actor Ed Harris in your movie...how would they meet him? They had a plan, to meet him at a conference where he was speaking. No agents, no Hollywood smoozing. Plain and simple, just approach him with the idea. You know what? It worked for them. Most all of their ideas were born of simplicity and perfect timing. Even the problems that developed along the way seemed to miraculously take care of themselves in one form or another. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the year long ride, the struggles and the triumphs. As Logan and Noah have always said - Either You're In or You're In the Way.
The movie Touching Home is scheduled to be released at selected theaters starting April 30th. For more information about the movie visit the Touching Home website. Look for showtimes in your area.
You can purchase the newly released in paperback book, Either You're In or You're In the Way at Amazon or check with your local booksellers. It is an uplifting story of a dream, a determination and a passion. Well Done Logan and Noah. Your father is beaming.
Many thanks to Logan and Noah for providing the review copy.
Disclosure: I received a gratis copy for this review. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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I Has A Hotdog - Book Giveaway
Monday, April 26, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
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Thanks everyone.
Today is National Pretzel Day!
Monday, April 26, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
I like soft pretzels with just a little salt dipped in mustard. Yum.
I found an incredible assortment of pretzel recipes by searching foodgawker. They photos all made my mouth water.
Jamie Cooks It Up has a fabulous yeast pretzel recipe.
Blue Ridge Baker has made an incredible Mexican Hot Chocolate Pretzel. Now that is different.
Little Corner of Mine makes a pretzel recipe with different ingredients for a choice of flavored pretzels. Yum.
The Decorated Cookie - made the cutest pretzel cookies with a special cookie cutter shaped like a pretzel. You know I had to include something sweet.
Enjoy your tasty day!
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babychix - Ceramic Diapers Giveaway
Monday, April 26, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
About babychix®:
babychix® celebrates what we love most about children - the stories we share and laugh about, gift giving with style, and charitable contributions to improve the lives of all children, giving them h.o.p.e. (happiness, opportunity, peace, education.)
babychix® offers a gift basket which includes: Teeny ceramic babychix® diaper filled with an adorable babychix® t-shirt with white piping detail and made of the finest cotton. Packaged in a clear, PVC drawstring bag with satin trim. T-shirt comes in white, pink or blue. Awwww!
They are so cute. Courtesy of babychix® I received a set of the babychix® diapers and I must say the detail is amazing and they would be a favorite of moms everywhere. I love the pin in the front too. The sizes are very handy.
Each order from babychix® helps to support h.o.p.e.:
happiness
opportunity
peace
education
A portion of the proceeds is donated to various organizations to help childrens causes. Way to give back babychix®! Order directly from babychix® for the cutest diapers ever! The prices are reasonable, the awww moments are priceless.
Here is your chance to win! babychix® was so generous in sending the different sizes I am going to pay it forward. One 4" teeny diaper and one 7" lit'l diaper will be given away to two lucky winners.
Mandatory Entry (First entry)
--Visit babychix® and tell me in a comment which item you think is the cutest.
--Include your email address (if not public in a profile) so I can contact you if you win.
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Giveaway ends on May 6th at 11:59 PM Pacific time. Open to US addresses only. No PO Boxes. Winner(s) will be chosen by random.org and contacted by email. Please respond in 48 hours or a new winner will be chosen. To be fair to everyone, comments not meeting requirements will be deleted. Rules.
Many thanks to babychix® for providing the review sample and giveaway product.
Disclosure: I received a gratis sample for this review. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Lots of Recent Winners to Announce!
Monday, April 26, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
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Today is National Pigs in a Blanket Day!
Saturday, April 24, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
I personally like the pancake type pigs in a blanket with the sausage in the middle. Oooh I will have to make those soon.
Here are some recipes for Pigs in a Blanket Day.
From Dunkin Cooking The Semi Homemade Way - She is featuring Bacon Wrapped Hogs. Hers are made with kielbasa and puff pastry with bacon! This one will please the guys!
Cdkitchen always has something good for the National Days. Her list contains 7 pigs in a blanket recipes.
Whichever way you like your pigs in a blanket, today we celebrate them! I just might have to make some for dinner tonight!
Enjoy your day!
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Last Chance to Enter - Eight giveaways Ending Tonight!
Saturday, April 24, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Creations By Chara - Win a beautiful locket necklace! Customized too!
Silly Mama Quilts - Win a lovely quilted table runner or bag! Beautiful colors!
Nellie Bug's Tutus & More - Win an adorable tutu for your little princess!
Gloucester Street Paperie - Win a recycled paper crafted Momma Bird Ornament. So cute!
Planks Wine Bottle Rack - Win choice of a Wine Bottle rack or Picture Frame. Gorgeous!
Joyful Girls Naturals - Win two fabulous lotions. They smell so good.
Fishing 123 - Win a cute novelty Coca Cola fishing lure! Very unique.
Nature's Charms - Win two delicately hand painted bookmarks. Very peaceful.
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Dear So and So....
Saturday, April 24, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Dear Walmart Credit card shopper,
I was right behind you in line when you attempted to use your Walmart Credit Card. It did not go through. So you tried it again. Still nothing. Then you handed it to the cashier to try. Nope. She was explaining to you that the card was not going through and you need to call the number on the back of the card. She asked if you would like to pay another way and you said all you had was that card. At this time the cashier suggested I step to another register but oh no, I thought to myself, this is going to be good, so I stayed there and watched as you tried the card again. It's a miracle... oh wait, nope still not going through. What made the whole experience amazing is what you did next. You told the cashier you would take your groceries home and come back with the money! All I could think was, I will gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today! Good luck with that one.
Dear Ducks,
I know our swimming pool is a rock style pool with a lagoon feel to it but.. it is not a lake. My dog was barking at the back door at you. We could not believe it when there you were a brown duck standing on one of the rocks. We let the dog out to chase you away. That is when we saw the second duck. You guys were swimming in our pool. Notice now there are two beach balls that are actively providing duck motion deterent. I feed you all the time at the park, how did you find my house for more bread?
Dear LA Kings Hockey,
Come on play like you want to win the Stanley Cup.
Dear LA Lakers,
Come on play like you want the Championship.
Dear Chocolate Craving,
I am in control, I am in control, I am in control...oh drats! I was in control.
Dear Hubby,
Boy were you grumpy the other day. Our dog would not even get near you. By the end of the day you were all smiles but everyone else was grouchy. Funny how that happens. Your mood sure was contagious. Maybe you needed some chocolate. Here take all of it so I don't eat it.
Hope you all have a great week!
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Today is National Cherry Cheesecake Day!
Friday, April 23, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
I found some very delectable recipes for the day!
From On My Plate - here is a recipe for Brownie Cherry Cheesecake. Hold on... adding another of my faves of Chocolate brownies to the cherry cheesecake. This is going on my One 2 Try recipe list!
Life's Ambrosia features Chocolate Covered Cherry Cheesecake Bites that look so incredibly scrumptious. Bitesize goodness.
At Omnomicon - here is a recipe for individual Cherry topped Baby Cheesecakes. Perfect for dinner guests.
Of course cdkitchen has a lovely list of 18 different Cherry cheesecake recipes for every taste.
Yum! Enjoy your day!
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Lucky Winners to Announce!
Friday, April 23, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Lauren Nicole Gifts Necklace
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
127 Timestamp: 2010-04-20 21:00:00 UTC
127. momznite
Breyers YoCrunch
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
176 118 33 87 137
26 183 152 49 101
Timestamp: 2010-04-23 00:02:51 UTC
176 susan1215
26 Jackie V.
118 ky2here
183 HollenAngi
33 Buki family
152 Brenda (covertpeace)
87 ChelseaF
49 Jayne
137 Becca
101 Debbie (sweeps327)
Cp Docks Cell Phone Charging Station
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
41 Timestamp: 2010-04-23 00:28:15 UTC
41. Katy
kmorris
Bake Me A Wish
Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:
307 500 Timestamp: 2010-04-23 18:10:57 UTC
307. Sherrie
nazelnutz
500. DEBIJOT
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Take It All Off Thursday! - Nutrisystem Update.
Thursday, April 22, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
It was a little tough for me this week only because I am waiting for my delivery to arrive and all that was left for foods were my "if I have to" choices. None of them are bad, they actually taste good but I like the other foods first. I was hitting the brick wall about what I wanted to eat this week. I tried mixing it up a little and eating lunch for dinner, breakfast for lunch and sometimes only a salad for dinner. It was okay and it made me feel I was getting more variety.
When you order your Nutrisystem food plan here is what you will receive:
•Complete 28-Day Meal Planner with Daily Diary
•Wide variety of delicious, perfectly portioned entrées, snacks
and desserts
•Heart-healthy, nutritious program
•Online diaries and trackers to help you follow your plan
•No counting calories, carbs or points—and no meetings to attend
I like the idea that the foods comes direct to your door. My only tip is to place your next months order in plenty of time to receive it. It takes about 8 to 10 days for the order to arrive depending on your location. I look forward to my order coming each month. I purchase my fresh foods weekly to supplement the program with fruits, dairy and lots of vegetables.
Nutrisystem has been wonderful for me. I am thrilled with the good pace for safe weight loss. I am also rather enjoying vegetables more than ever. I think I may be growing long ears, buck teeth, a wiggly nose with a fluffy cottontail and loving every minute of it. Thanks Nutrisystem for being so delicious!
Many thanks to Nutrisystem for providing the program for my weight loss journey.
Disclosure: I received a gratis Nutrisystem program in exchange for my weekly reviews. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Today is National Jelly Bean Day!
Thursday, April 22, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Jelly Beans are a fun idea and an inspiration for some cute recipes I found.
At Culinary Concoctions By Peabody - She made cupcakes that look like corn on the cob with you guessed it, yellow and white colored jelly beans. So cute.
From The Decorated Cookie comes a recipe for mini jelly bean shaped cookies. She put a lot of work in the colors too. I could eat a handful of these cute little cookies.
At About dot com - I found this fudge recipe for Jelly Bean Fudge made with white chocolate and jelly beans. It sure looks colorful.
Of course you can mix and match your Jelly Belly Flavors to create new flavor sensations. Jelly Belly has a full flavor recipe list for fun.
Enjoy your Day!
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Wow Wow Wubbzy Goes Green for Earth Day - Giveaway
Thursday, April 22, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
And to further ”plant the seeds” of green-themed consciousness among the budding environmentalists in your family, following are some tips and cool “tree trivia” inspired by “Wubbzy Goes Green” and ACT:
- Take along washable cups or travel mugs instead of disposables.
- Turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth.
- Volunteer with community organizations that plant trees like the Alliance for Community Trees!
This Earth Day is time to take a look around at what you can do in your home, your community and in your schools. Whether you recycle, plant a tree, begin a vegetable garden or pick up trash along your daily walks, think about our Earth and what you can do to be green. Join Wubbzy in going Green!
You can purchase Wubbzy Goes Green from Amazon or check with your favorite DVD retailer.
**** Giveaway Closed ****
Here is your chance to win! I have one DVD of WUBBZY GOES GREEN! to giveaway.
Mandatory Entry (First entry)
--Tell me in a comment, a tip of how you are being green for the environment or your childs favorite Nick Jr show.
--Include your email address (if not public in a profile) so I can contact you if you win.
Additional optional entries: Eligible after completing mandatory entry above: You can do any or all of the following for one entry each. Please leave a separate comment for each that you have done.
--Follow my blog (see the right side bar to sign up) Already a follower, just leave a comment saying that you are a follower.
--Subscribe to my blog and verify the subscription. Current subscribers are eligible too.
--Follow me on Twitter.Current followers are eligible too, just leave a comment saying that you are a twitter follower.
--Tweet about this giveaway and leave a link to your tweet (Can tweet once daily).
--Post my button on your blog and leave a link to your blog.
--FOR 5 EXTRA ENTRIES - Write a blog post about this giveaway, with a link to my blog. Come back and leave the link to your blog post. Post FIVE separate comments that you've blogged about this.
Giveaway ends on May 1st at 11:59 PM Pacific time. Open to US addresses only. No PO Boxes. Winner will be chosen by random.org and contacted by email. Please respond in 48 hours or a new winner will be chosen. To be fair to everyone, comments not meeting requirements will be deleted. Rules.
Many thanks to Rachel and Anchor Bay Entertainment for providing the review copy and giveaway product.
Disclosure: I received a gratis copy for this review. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
Debbie Wiener Slobproof Furniture - Giveaway
Thursday, April 22, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
Debbie Wiener is featured today in the New York Times. Stop by to read Slobproof Sofas and Chairs.
I honor of her article running today, I have been asked to be a in a group of bloggers to share her Slobproof new York Times Feature story. Debbie is so excited she is giving away two Slobproof Ottomans from her Slobproof store and 1 copy of her book SlobProof - Real Life Design Solutions. The retail value of the Ottoman is $200.00! Be sure to enter! One reader from my blog is guaranteed to win a copy of the book! (The 2 ottoman winners will be chosen at random from 8 different participating blogs hosting the giveaway. One copy of the book will be given away to ONE lucky One 2 Try reader.)
You can enter at each participating blog for more chances to win.
The B Keeps Us HonestA Giveaway Addicted Mommy
Mom Blog
Life with 5 Monkies
Pretty Pink Momma
Thrifty and Chic Mom
Mom of 1 and Counting
***Giveaway Closed***
Here is how you can win:
Mandatory Entry (First entry)
Complete one or all of the following. (Leave a separate comment for each but at least one must be done to be entered.)
--Include your email address (if not public in a profile) so I can contact you if you win.
--Become a Facebook Fan of Debbie Wiener
--Follow @debbiewiener on twitter.
--Digg the New York Times article.
--For 5 Entries: Blog about this giveaway include one of Debbie Wiener's YouTube videos. Leave a comment with a link to your blog post.
Additional optional entries: Eligible after completing mandatory entry above: You can do any or all of the following for one entry each. Please leave a separate comment for each that you have done.
--Subscribe to my blog and verify the subscription. Current subscribers are eligible too.
--Follow me on Twitter.Current followers are eligible too, just leave a comment saying that you are a twitter follower.
--Tweet about this giveaway and leave a link to your tweet (Can tweet once daily). Tweet using the hashtags #slobproof #nyt.
Giveaway ends on April 30th at 11:59 PM Pacific time. Open to US addresses only. No PO Boxes. Winner(s) will be chosen by random.org and contacted by email. To be fair to everyone, comments not meeting requirements will be deleted. Rules.
Disclosure: No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Peeled Snacks has a new flavor!
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
CApricot has arrived to the Peeled Snacks product line. CApricots are California Apricots. According to Peeled Snacks they have a delicious balance of sweet and tart flavors. A unique twist on the apricots you're used to, this treat gives you a taste of the California countryside - no matter where you eat them!
Who could resist these tasty treats? You can find CApricots at Starbucks and by direct ordering from PeeledSnacks.com. Stay up to date on the latest fruit goodness from Peeled Snacks by following on twitter. Try a bag when you are at Starbucks.
Disclosure: No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Today is National Chocolate Covered Cashew Day!
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
I did find a recipe at Blisstree for Chocolate Cashew Truffle Bars. Mmm those sound Heavenly.
Enjoy your day!
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Look Mom, It's Handmade - Nature's Charms Giveaway
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
I'm a self-taught artist who tried a bit of art school and decided it wasn't to my liking. I wanted to do my own thing! My first love is painting scenes from nature, but I also love working with my hands to create little treasures.
I felt calm while looking at Nature's Charms designs. She likes to use watercolor, acrylic as well as pen and ink. I could get lost in one of my favorite prints of hers, Hide n' Seek Original Watercolor Painting. It features lovely fall colors with a cat looking for a mouse in the pumpkin patch. I love the details and the fun of the painting. Amanda's motto is "Beauty can be found in the simplest things". She captures it in her work. I love her bookmarks. She was so kind so send me a bookmark to sample her artwork. My design is a Morning Lily in lovely yellows painted just for me. I am honored. It is too pretty to be slapped in a book.
Nature's Charms has a nice assortment of bookmarks all hand painted by Amanda. She will also make custom artwork bookmarks at a very reasonable price for a one of a kind treasure. Contact Nature's Charms through Etsy for more information on custom designs.
Here is your chance to win! Nature's Charms is providing to one lucky reader - two handpainted book marks. Arum Dusk and Arum Dawn. They are lovely. Thank you Nature's Charms.
Mandatory Entry (First entry)
--Visit Nature's Charms and tell me in a comment what artwork catches your eye.
--Include your email address (if not public in a profile) so I can contact you if you win.
Additional optional entries: Eligible after completing mandatory entry above: You can do any or all of the following for one entry each. Please leave a separate comment for each that you have done.
--Subscribe to my blog and verify the subscription. Current subscribers are eligible too.
--Follow my blog (see the right side bar to sign up) Already a follower, just leave a comment saying that you are a follower.
--Follow me on Twitter.Current followers are eligible too, just leave a comment saying that you are a twitter follower.
--Tweet about this giveaway and leave a link to your tweet (Can tweet once daily).
--Grab my NEW button and post it on your blog and leave a link to your blog.
--Become a Fan of One 2 Try on Facebook.
--FOR 5 EXTRA ENTRIES - Write a blog post about this giveaway, with a link to my blog. Come back and leave the link to your blog post. Post FIVE separate comments that you've blogged about this.
--FOR 5 MORE ENTRIES - Make any purchase from Nature's Charms. Post FIVE separate comments about your purchase. Subject to verification.
Giveaway ends on April 24th at 11:59 PM Pacific time. Open to US addresses only. No PO Boxes. Winner will be chosen by random.org and contacted by email. Please respond in 48 hours or a new winner will be chosen. To be fair to everyone, comments not meeting requirements will be deleted. Rules.
Many thanks to Amanda of Nature's Charms for providing the review sample and giveaway product.
Disclosure: I received a gratis sample for this review. No monetary compensation was offered or accepted for this post. The opinions above are my own. Others experience may vary.
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Introducing Bonz 2 Chew - My Newest Blog
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 Posted by One 2 Try
I have done many stories and mentions of the small zoo I have in my home. With my love for animals I have always had multiple pets in my home since I was young. Some of you may remember the April Fool's Day joke I played where my dog Pepper took over One 2 Try. Changing blog name to Bone 2 chew. Well I had a lot of fun with that post and someone suggested it was a great idea for a new blog. It got me thinking and I have been working behind the scenes to bring it to life. Introducing Bonz 2 Chew!
My goal with Bonz 2 Chew is to bring pet information, animal stories and of course pet friendly products. Pepper will have her input with her four paw rating scale.
Pepper Rating
1 to 4 paws
1 paw - ears up
2 paws - slight tail wag
3 paws - like a new toy excitement
4 paws - Full tailwaggin, jumping for joy, fun
If you love animals, are interested in pet products or just want to see what Bonz 2 Chew is all about, come on by. Come explore the world of furry critters with me. It is new, exciting and I hope it grows to a menagerie. It is just starting out but I am finding some great pet products to feature. Bonz 2 Chew will be a wonderful addition to One 2 Try. There are so many fabulous pet stories out there and a lot of pet lovers too.
Pepper says come visit Bonz 2 Chew! Woof!
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