Welcome to Must Love Freebies' New Year's Bash!

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Special thanks to co-hosts Rude Mom & Mommy Lesson Plans

What great way to start and celebrate the New Year by bringing you some of these wonderful giveaway prizes!  There's so much great stuff for big people as well as the little ones!

We have a TON of great prizes lined up for you! This giveaway is going to be a little different. There are two entry forms. I have one for adults and one for kids! Please feel free to enter both but I didn't want someone without kids winning a potty chair!

The adult giveaway includes tons of great items! Please be sure to visit the sponsors to check out their other items!

1. Batiste Dry Shampoo
2. Katy Perry by Eylure USA - winner's choice
3. HCG1234 Drops by Creative Bioscience
4. Raspberry Ketone by Creative Bioscience
5. Jamberry nail shields and application kit by Jamie Cullen - Jamberry Nails Independent Consultant - winners choice
6. $50 Paypal Cash by Must Love Freebies

Again these sponsors were very generous so please visit them and show them a little appreciation! We are very lucky to have such wonderful companies to work with!

1. KinderGlo Nightlights - winner's choice
2. Boogie Wipes - (2) 30ct packs winners scent choice
3. Pourty Potty Chair - winners color choice
4. Tummy Calm - 1 bottle
5. $25 Toys R Us gift card by Must Love Freebies

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Giveaway is open to US residents only, 18+. Contest ends January 15, 2013 at 1:00am EST

Disclosure: I received no compensation for this promotion. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of other consumers. "Jen's Blog of Random Thoughts" is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment.

Happy New Year everyone! Apologies for the lack of activity/posts these couple of weeks as I had been on Christmas vacation. I know some of you probably are or just getting settled back at home.

I want to share with you this Free Online Stream of Critically Acclaimed Film, Musical Chairs Directed by Susan Seidelma.


MUSICAL CHAIRS, the latest film from renowned director Susan Seidelman (Desperately Seeking Susan), is available for a free limited-time stream this Holiday Season, starting today, December 17th - December 31st. The film's producer, Janet Carrus, decided to offer the free stream as a unique way to give back this Holiday Season - by spreading the film's inspiring messages to a wider online audience who may have missed the film in theatres this year. Watch the film MUSICAL CHAIRS, here: http://bit.ly/MusicalChairsStream

Carrus decided to stream the film online during this short window because she feels so strongly about the film's message reaching those who may have missed it in theatres earlier this year. Carrus hopes that gifting her film will help spread the important themes discussed in the film - acceptance and embracing physical, cultural, and gender diversity - to a new audience during the holiday season.

A unique blend of dance, drama, and romance, the film stars newcomers Leah Pipes and E.J. Bonilla as a pair of unlikely lovers in contemporary New York who must face a number of challenges, both separately and together, before finding one another--and themselves. Also starring Tony-winner Priscilla Lopez, Jaime Tirelli, Laverne Cox, Morgan Spector, Auti Angel, Jerome Preston Bates, Nelson R. Landrieu, and Angelic Zambrana, MUSICAL CHAIRS was produced by Janet Carrus and Joey Dedio.

Set against the exciting backdrop of competitive ballroom dancing, MUSICAL CHAIRS is about Armando (Bonilla) a Bronx-bred Latino who aspires to be a dancer but whose only way in is as a handyman at a Manhattan dance studio, and Mia (Pipes), an Upper East Side princess who is the studio's star performer. Though worlds apart, their shared passion for dance promises to bring them together until a tragic accident changes Mia's life forever, and she finds herself wheelchair-bound at a rehab facility, with her dreams of a dance career shattered. Fortunately, Armando has enough dreams for both of them and, when he hears about a wheelchair ballroom dance competition that will soon be held in NY, he sees a way to return something to Mia that she thinks is lost forever. At first she is reluctant--wheelchair dancing, though highly popular overseas, is something she never even knew existed. But, with the help of several other residents at the rehab center, Armando organizes an intense training program that will bring them all center stage and in the spotlight. The prize is irrelevant; what they really stand to win back is their zest for life.

It was producer Carrus's, long active in charities benefitting the disabled, and herself an ardent ballroom dance enthusiast, who first had the idea of building a film around the phenomenon of wheelchair ballroom dancing, an activity long popular in Europe and Asia, but which is only now developing a wider following in the United States.

About the film, which features both disabled and able-bodied performers in its rousing dance scenes, Carrus says, "Susan has succeeded in conveying the struggles we all face, both able-bodied and disabled, making our way, whether through life or on the dance floor. She has a real talent for embracing people in all their diversity and making them real, believable, and acceptable."

Introducing Intense Hydration from Burt's Bees, a new face care line with Clary Sage. Just like the rest of the brand's products, this skin care line is carefully crafted from the best ingredients nature has to offer.

Clary Sage: Deep in the windswept hills of the Mediterranean, a lone plant fights for its life against elements. Clary Sage survives and thrives in spite of its harsh surroundings, thanks to the plant's fierce will and exceptional ability to adapt and retain moisture. This remarkable botanical is the inspiration behind Bur's Bees Intense Hydration line.

Intense Hydration Night Cream

Because of the cold and dry winter weather, my skin had become really dry and chapped. I was recently introduced to this moisturizer, and after trying the moisturizer for a couple of weeks (every night), I've noticed my skin's texture has improved noticeably. The product comes in a glass jar packaged in a box. Although it looks nice, I'd still prefer it in a pump or tube for hygienic and sanitary reasons.

The lotion made my skin feel so much softer. It is gentle on my sensitive skin and did not cause any irritations. I also really like the nice fragrance. It's a little strong for me in my opinion, but it didn't really bother me as it fades away when it absorbs. It's not too overpowering.



The cream is quite thick, not as runny like some of the other brands. It does absorb quickly.

With this moisturizer, I'm not just using it over my face, but on areas (such as, elbows, feet, and especially my hands) that needed more attention.

This is what my super dry hands look like before:


My moisturized hands after using the product for a couple weeks:



Features & Benefits:

* replenishes moisture while you sleep

* skin feels soft, supple and revitalized

* provides intense hydration

* helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles

* absorbs quickly and is non-greasy

I also received several small sample sized packs that I passed on to some of my friends and family to try.


Intense Hydration Cream Cleanser

I also received a tube of the cream cleanser to try. This creamy cleanser cleans quite well. It has a nice, mild scent as well, but not as strong as the Intense Hydration Night Cream in my opinion. I like the idea of the squeeze tube as it makes it convenient to dispense the amount I needed.

Features & Benefits:

* provides intense hydration and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

* leaves skin feeling soft, supple and revitalized

* removes dirt, oil and makeup

* rinses easily without leaving a residue

Disclosure: I received samples of Burt's Bees Intense Hydration for review as part of the BzzAgent Campaign. The opinions expressed are my own personal and honest thoughts. No other compensation was given.

It was a clear day so we took a drive downtown Vancouver to take night photos. Finally no rain, but only a few clouds. We went for a walk along the main street in Gastown and shot some photos of the Steam Clock as well as the famous historic Europa Hotel.

The building in the background has color-changing lights. Very neat!

 

Another view of the Steam Clock across the street.


The streets of Gastown and the Europa Hotel building.


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 Ring in 2013 with some Extra Green - $$

What a great way to begin 2013 with a chance to win $50.00 Cash via Paypal.

Join Everyday Ramblings of My Life and a group of fellow bloggers in this fruitful event!

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Wash Away Worries, Dirt & Grime

Jan Marini's Bioglycolic Face Cleanser with glycolic acid is a gentle cleanser suitable for all skin types. This deep cleansing formula is soap free, non-irritating, and rinses completely without the need for a post-cleansing toner or astringent. The cleanser also contains sorbitol, a natural humectant derived from berries that leaves the skin soft and hydrated.

I received a couple of samples to try. This creamy cleanser is nice and gentle for my sensitive skin. Also, there's no strong scent at all, which is another thing I liked. Sometimes I get breakouts from some of the other facial cleansers I've tried (even the expensive brands). So far I had no problems using Jan Marini's Bioglycolic Face Cleanser. My sister has the same problem as me. I am recommending this to her. This daily cleanser gently cleans and exfoliates the skin without drying.


To use, gently massage over dry skin. Remove with a clean, wet and wrung out washcloth. Splash face 10-15 times with lukewarm water and blot dry!


Features & Benefits:

* Thorough and deep cleansing action
* Contains glycolic acid as a follicular cleansing aid and resurfacing agent
* Naturally derived humectants leave skin soft and hydrated
* Enhances the benefits of all other skin care products
* Excellent cleanser for all skin types


WHERE TO BUY: The Bioglycolic Face Cleanser is available for $29. Find your nearest retailer at www.janmarini.com


Disclosure: I received samples to try from the PR firm or company in exchange of my review. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts. No other compensation was given.

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Welcome to the Get Fit New Years Resolution Giveaway! My New Years resolution is to tone up, lose weight, work-out more, and eat healthier. There's still time to start looking great by summer time, go to the beach and not afraid to wear my favorite bikinis.

PRIZES:

• Ab Glider
• 6 Month Nutrisystem
• EatSmart Scale
• Insanity Worked Package

At Nutrisystem, we believe that your health and happiness matters most.

That's why for more than 40 years, we've been helping millions of people make themselves a priority, and discover that they, too, can change their lives for the better.

By providing real food you know and love, guidelines you can live and learn by, and balanced nutrition your body needs, we've created a program that makes losing weight work for you.

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• Burn 2x the Calories Per Minute
• 2-in-1 Easy Abs Plus Workout DVD
• 3-Minute Abs Workout DVD
• Amazing Abs Digital Eating Guide
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This might just be the hardest fitness program ever put on DVD. Your personal trainer Shaun T will push you past your limits with 10 INSANITY workout discs packed with plyometric drills on top of nonstop intervals of strength, power, resistance, and ab and core training moves. No equipment or weights needed. Just the will to get the hardest body you’ve ever had.

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New Solutions for Healthy Skin from an Ancient Source

Founded on the principle of providing acne-prone and sensitive skin with a natural, clinically proven solution, this simple regimen helps to quickly reduce and clear blemished skin without over-drying. Santalia's products are formulated without benzoyl peroxide, sulfates, artificial fragrance, dyes or preservatives and are naturally preserved with honeysuckle extract.

Santalia infuses each product with these ingredients for optimum results:

• organic sandalwood oil is used to calm irritations and combat bacteria
• traditional Australian plant extract, Lemom Myrtle, is known for antibacterial activity
• Australian bush food, Kakadu Plum, is considered the world's richest source of Vitamin C which is critical for healthy skin
• extracts of Laminaria digitata, an extract of seaweed rich in minerals for balanced skin, and zinc help reduce 5-alpha reductase activity and P.acnes

The Santalia product line includes: Acne Treatment Kit, Daily Cleanser, Refining Mask, Daily Balancing Serum, and Intensive Spot Treatment.


I was recently given the opportunity to try Santalia Clinical Acne Daily Cleanser. It is a foam cleanser that deep cleans dirt, oil and bacteria while gently exfoliating without overdrying. My problem areas are the chin (below my lip area), the side of my face and sometimes my forehead. It's pretty much my T-zone area. After trying the cleanser, it feels refreshing and I love the natural grapefruit & tangerine citrus scent. Active ingredient contains 0.52% Salicylic Acid. From my experience with other acne treatment products, Salicylic Acid works better for my skin than the Benzoyl Peroxide (which irritates my skin).

Features & Benefits:

- leaves skin feeling fresh

- calm irritations and combat bacteria

- skin feels smooth and balanced

WHERE TO BUY & AVAILABILITY: The Acne Treatment Kit will be available for purchase in January 2013 via www.santaliashop.com

Disclosure: I received samples of the mention product from the PR firm or company in exchange of my review. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts.

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