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Big Universe

January 7th, 2010 · No Comments · Product Reviews

I recently was able to check out this really exciting site called Big Universe where you can read, create and share children’s books online. I was approached by Big Universe on Facebook about checking out their website and was able to get free member level access for a complete review.

These books on Big Universe are wonderful and so real like. I sat at my computer with my three children as we read stories created by other users and those uploaded such as Telling Time all the Time and I Don’t Want To Go. You can add books to your bookshelf as well as create a list of books to recommend to others.

I think if you are a lover of books like our family is then this is a must check out site! I am now a huge fan of Big Universe and will continue to be an active member there.

Disclosure: I received free membership from Big Universe in hopes I would share my unbiased, honest opinion with my readers. I was not paid for this post. All opinions are 100% mine.

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Collectible Coke Medallions

January 6th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Miscellaneous

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of iCoke.ca. All opinions are 100% mine.

Are you Coke fanatic? Do you just love a particular Coke product? I personally love their Sprite but can only drink it on occasion as the bubbles get to me. My second drink of choice is Diet Coke, yummy! I can certainly tell the difference between the generic diet cola and a real Diet Coke, can’t you? I love the smooth taste as it pours down my dry throat and right now Coke is offering a great deal that is open to availability and only offered at Mac’s Convenience Stores.

I am writing today to tell you about a great offer for those who purchase Coke, because all you have to do is buy two Coke 591mL products at a Mac’s Convenience Store and you will get a FREE Coca-Cola Collectible Medallion! These medallions look so cute, and there are three to choose from, I wish I was living or visiting Canada soon so that I could purchase my Diet Coke and Sprite to get a free collectible medallion!

Coke is offering this special from January 4, 2010 until February 28, 2010 as a way to let your Olympic Spirit Shine! This deal is subject to availability.

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Big Ol’ Baby This Time of Year

January 6th, 2010 · 4 Comments · Brandy's Life

Need I remind everyone I am not a cold weather person? Don’t get me wrong I love the beautiful snow covered hills and the way the snow glitters while the sun beams on it. I just enjoy these lovely images from my house window!! I have lived in New Hampshire my whole life with the exception of some years in Vermont, either way I am a New Englander through and through. I would be lost anywhere else and I surely would miss the white Christmases, but some days especially in the middle of Winter while I watch the scale climb because I am quite simply lazy, I wish I lived in a warmer environment.

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Charter OnDemand Great For Busy Families

January 6th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Saving Money

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Charter. All opinions are 100% mine.

Did you know that Charter has On Demand with over 6,000 channels? Yes, it is true if you have digital service with Charter than you have On Demand, learn more at charter.net/ondemand.

Why is Charter On Demand awesome for busy families? Well …

Let your kids watch their favorite shows like Dora or Spongebob at a time that works best for them and your busy life.
If you are addicted to shows like The Office or Heroes and missed it at their regular schedule, Charter On Demand has it!
Movies at your finger tips, no more packing the family up to go to the local movie rental store.

Need I say more? Charter On Demand is free to access and with over 6,000 movies and shows you are certain to find your family favorites! Two years ago we purchased an HD television and it’s a flat screen and I am finding many families are taking the HD switch, and yes you can find hundreds of shows in HD using Charter On Demand.

So if you are ready to save time this New Year, I say Charter On Demand is worth checking out. Don’t forget you can get updates and fun extras on Charter’s Facebook page!

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Wordless Wednesday: My New Buttons

January 6th, 2010 · 8 Comments · wordless wednesday

I had to show off the two new buttons Riding with Jessica just made me:

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School Oh How I Miss Thee

January 5th, 2010 · 4 Comments · Brandy's Life

About two years ago I started my venture towards a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration at an online college and shortly after Baby K was born I realized that there was no way in the world I was keeping up with all that I had on my plate as Mom of three in addition to keeping up with my business and other ventures I enjoy doing. The degree itself was something I had always wanted, and it was sad to know I had to put it on the back burner for a few years.

The thing that I don’t miss from taking online courses is the term papers, seriously I love writing if given an interesting subject but if you hand me a topic that is of little interest to me I will be sitting on my butt racking my brain for hours on end trying to write something that sounds educated.

So when I head back to college to finish my degree I sure hope that someone else can write my term papers or that I take courses that are of high interest to me!

What is or was the worse part of school for you? What do you or did you love the most?

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Week 1 52 to Fabulous: Fab Beginnings

January 5th, 2010 · 12 Comments · Brandy's Life

This is my first week participating in 52 to Fabulous, I just love the positive ring to that, don’t you? I am forced to focus on my wants this week rather than my needs, which I will admit is very hard for me. I haven’t been one to ever focus on anything I simply want, it’s always been about my family’s needs, but I can do this!

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Ecostore USA Winner

January 5th, 2010 · 2 Comments · giveaways

Congrats Winners Ecostore USA giveaway ended at last night and so here is the winner chosen using Random.org … lucky number 29 …. AshelyOhio who said, “email subscriber schiffam21 (at) gmail (dot) com” Congrats!