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BLT Fish Sandwich with Gorton’s New Fish Sandwich Fillets #WickedGoodSeafood

September 21, 2013 by Jenni 583 Comments

BLT Fish Sandwich…yum!

I have a “thing” for sandwiches. Always have. I kind of remind myself of Joey Tribianni from the show Friends because of his love for a good sandwich. Gorton’s recently sent me a few free product coupons to try out some of their new varieties. Since they just came out with the new fish sandwich fillets, I knew what I wanted to do with them! Fish sandwich BLT’s!

Fish fillets combined with BLT’s….it just makes sense! Ohh, and it was good too! All you have to do is fry a little, or alot, of bacon. Slice up some tomatoes, have some lettuce on hand and then fix your Gorton’s Fish Sandwich Fillets according to the package directions. Assemble your sandwich, add some mayo (I use greek yogurt in place of mayo) and voila. Goodness on a bun!

If Fish Sandwich BLT’s don’t sound like your cup of tea, you can check out some other awesome Gorton’s fish recipes for inspiration. Here’s a link: gortons.com/recipes. You can also snag a printable Gorton’s coupon to save a little when you grab a bag! Be sure to connect with Gorton’s below:

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Gorton’s is currently having an very cool “Wicked Good Seafood” sweepstakes that you should check out too! Enter daily through October 18th for your chance to win a Wicked Good Trip to Boston, MA for 4 people including airfare, lodging, activities & spending money.

They’re also offering one of my lucky readers a fun little prize package. The winner will receive (3) $2 off product coupons, 1 Gorton’s-branded ship wheel keychain, an assortment of Gorton’s recipe cards and beautiful seaside/Gorton’s postcards. Just use the Rafflecopter form below to enter. US residents only. Giveaway ends 9/27 at 11:59pm EST.

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Disclosure: I received free product in exchange for this post and giveaway. All opinions are 100% my own, and honest as always.

VTech Switch & Go Dinos ROAR Contest + Giveaway Ends 9/2

August 25, 2013 by Jenni 973 Comments

We have always been big fans of VTech products at our house. Our little guy loves their toys and he is currently fascinated with dinosaurs so he loves the new Switch & Go Dinos! These dudes transform from dinosaurs into vehicles with just a few simple moves. I love to watch him play with them. Not only is he fascinated with dinos, but he loves anything electronic. These Switch & Go Dinos feature high quality electronics! They’re super collectible too and have a unique transformation feature to provide a 2-in-1 imaginative play experience!

When the Switch & Go Dinos are in dinosaur mode, the sound effects sound like real dinosaurs and also gives fun facts about that particular dinosaur. Our guy knows all of his dinosaurs, but he is still learning a little more about each one of them! There are more than 15 Switch & Go Dinos now!

Jagger the T-Rex™

Jagger is the big kid on the block! He transforms from a construction crane to a Tyrannosaurus Rex in just a few simple steps. Combined with voice recognition technology, Jagger is one of the coolest Switch & Go Dinos yet! Jagger even recognizes and responds to specific voice commands. Say “Roar with me,” and hear him roar with his voice-activated motorized jaw.

Then there are some of the smaller Switch & Go Dinos, including:

· Blister the Velociraptor™

o Blister the Velociraptor transforms from a helicopter to a Velociraptor!

· SkySlicer the Allosaurus™

o SkySlicer the Allosaurus transforms from a jet plane into an Allosaurus!

· MC Roar the Giganotosaurus™

o MC Roar the Giganotosaurus transforms from a vehicle to a Giganotosaurus!

· Stompsalot the Amargasaurus™

o Sir Stompsalot transforms from a classic hot rod to an Amargasaurus!

· Quiver the Stygimoloch™

o Blink and you just might miss him! Quiver transforms from a super speedy race car to a Stygimoloch!

· Torr the Therizinosaurus™

o Transform from a rugged, off-road vehicle into a Therizinosaurus™!

· Akuna the Velociraptor

o Akuna the Velociraptor™ transforms from a super-fast motorcycle to a Velociraptor!

We have a few of these and he loves each and every one of them. He plays with them separately sometimes and other times he plays with them together. We have lots of boys in the family and these make great gifts too! I know what I’ll be buying for my nephews this Christmas!! These can be found at most any retail store like Walmart, Target, etc. You can also find them here on Amazon!

Make sure to like VTech on Facebook for updates and promotions. Right now they have a “Dino Roar” contest going on! The grand prize winner will win the complete line (15) of Switch & Go Dinos. Apprx. retail value of $348. Then one winner per week will win Jagger, the T-Rex from the Switch & Go Dinos line. He retails for $70!! Also, be sure to follow VTech on Twitter! They’re always sharing great things.

VTech has been kind enough to offer one of my lucky readers a gift pack which will include 3 assorted smaller Switch & Go Dinos! Please use the Rafflecopter form below to enter! US residents only, giveaway ends Monday, September 2nd at 11:59pm EST.

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Disclosure: The VTech product, information, and additional gift pack have been provided by VTech.

Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th Anniversary Edition + a Giveaway (Ends 8/20)

August 12, 2013 by Jenni 226 Comments

I remember reading Chicken Soup for the Soul books when I was young! I was always intrigued by how they came out with different books for different topics. I recently received a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th Anniversary Edition!! How cool is that?! It includes all the favorite original stories plus a bonus of 20 for the NEXT 20 years!

“Here, 20 years later, Chicken Soup for the Soul continues to open the heart and rekindle the spirit. You can celebrate the twentieth anniversary with the classic book that inspired millions – reinvigorated with bonus stories of inspiration! You’ll find hope and inspiration in these 101 heartwarming stories about counting your blessings, thinking positive, and overcoming challenges.”

Late in the evenings, after dinner and baths, I like to sit down with my Chicken Soup for the Soul book and just read a few stories. Reading helps me wind down a bit and I love the short stories! They really hit the heart and make you thankful for the human race!

Chicken Soup for the Soul is always coming out with new books, and they have something for everyone. They make incredible gifts for those you love. You can find Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th Anniversary Edition and other titles of Chicken Soup for the Soul on Amazon! Prices are great, and you can find them for your Kindle or the actual paperback versions!!

They were kind enough to offer (3) three lucky Sweet Pennies from Heaven readers a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th Anniversary Edition of their own! Just use the Rafflecopter form below to enter. US residents only. Giveaway ends 8/20 at 11:59pm EST.

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Disclosure: I received a free copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th Anniversary Edition in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own.

Steer Clear of Swimmers Ear with Aqua Ears this Season + Giveaway Ends 8/8

August 1, 2013 by Jenni 545 Comments

No More Swimmers Ear!

Steer Clear of Swimmers Ear with Aqua Ears!! Wow…I’m a poet and didn’t even know it! Okay, in all seriousness. Swimmers ear is NO fun!! Back when I was a kid and swam in the local pools and lakes, I’d end up with swimmers ear EVERY year. It’s so annoying and painful. My son was born with hearing issues, so we try our best to keep his ears nice and dry just to avoid infections and irritation.

Aqua Ears are silicone earplugs that basically mold to the shape of the inside of your ear. It basically seals out water which in turn makes for safer, happier ears! Did you know that the CDC says that germs along with water loving bacteria such as Pseudomonas found in pools and other water venues are one of the most common causes of swimmers ear (aka otitis externa). If you’ve never had it, what happens is that water gets trapped in the ear canal for long periods of time and causes pain, itching, redness and even infection. It’s misery!

That’s why we like to use some sort of earplugs when swimming, just because it makes ME feel better knowing that I’m at least trying to keep my little guy from getting any unnecessary ear germs! I was excited to find out that Aqua Ears has a new line of fun and colorful licensed character earplugs! These include:

Finding Nemo
Hello Kitty
Spongebob Squarepants
Dora the Explorer
…and other Disney characters!

We were sent a variety of characters and little guy always had a difficult time choosing which one to use when we’d go swimming. I think his favorite was the Finding Nemo though 😉 They fit his ears great and were nice and comfortable for him to wear. We didn’t have any issues with them falling out. If your child’s ears are smaller, you can also tear some of the silicone off so that they fit better.

AquaEars are available at your local retailer for an average retail price of $4.00, and include a convenient carrying case. You can also find Aqua Ears here on Amazon if you like to shop online! For more information, visit http://www.cirrushealthcare.com/AquaEars-C6.aspx.

Okay…now who’s in the mood for a fun giveaway??!! Aqua Ears is giving ONE lucky reader a set of Aqua Ears. Winner can choose which character they’d like! US residents only, age 18+. Giveaway ends Aug. 8th at 11:59pm EST.

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Disclosure: I received Aqua Ears for free in exchange for an honest review. No other compensation was received. Aqua Ears will fulfill one prize to a winner.

Almondina – Delicious Cookie without All the Guilt + a Giveaway Ends 7/2

June 25, 2013 by Jenni 746 Comments

I love cookies…cookies of all kinds! Soft cookies, chewy cookies, even crunchy cookies. I recently was sent a big sample pack of Almondina. I had never heard of them before but who am I to deny cookies, right?! The box arrived and I opened up the package to see several varieties. First – I have to say that these little almond biscuits/cookies are sooooo good! They’re super crunchy with nice chunks of almonds in every bite. Love the taste and the texture!

Here’s a little backstory about the company:

After reading more about the company, I found out that Almondina which is based in Ohio, is an inspiring success story about a man named Yuval Zaliouk, whose passions included music and wonderful food. For generations, his family enjoyed his grandmother Dina’s most secret cookie, which she called Petit Gateau Sec. Long after his grandmother’s death, he started making and selling this delicious cookie and renamed it Almondina, after his grandmother.

These yummy cookies are now available in all 50 states. Almondina is all natural and the best part (besides the crunch and flavor) is that they do not contain cholesterol, added fat, trans-fats, salt, or preservatives. Love!! We’ve tried all the flavors that they sent us. I have to say that my 2 favorites were the Choconut and the Cinnaroma. Both of those, I could have ate my weight in, especially with a nice hot cup of coffee. I was even shocked that my SUPER picky 7 year old enjoyed all of them and that’s saying a lot!

You can find Almondina is these stores: Fairway, Publix, Hy Vee, Giant Eagle, Brookshire, Mollie Stone’s, Hannaford, Jewel, Whole Foods, The Fresh Market, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Cost Plus World Market, TJ Maxx, Marshalls and many others. You can also check the store finder here to find a store near you! http://www.almondina.com/

I was sent the following flavors and the really awesome thing is that one lucky reader will win the same sample pack that I received which is valued at $41.00.

Original – America ‘s all natural favorite with almonds and raisins

Chocolate Cherry – We combined the world’s finest dark chocolate with plump cherries to produce an irresistible, decadent treat without guilt.

Choconut – Rich tasting crunchy chocolate, but low in calories

Cinnaroma® – The original biscuit for cinnamon lovers

Gingerspice – Trend setting, with chunks of Australian ginger

Sesame – Irresistible, exotic, flavorful

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Disclosure: I received a sample pack of Almondina in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are 100% my own.

Summer Brain Games + Win 4 Tickets to the Museum of Science and Industry Chicago #MSIsummerbrain (Ends 7/9)

June 24, 2013 by Jenni 636 Comments

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry. All opinions are 100% my own.

It’s summer and the kids are home! Are you dreading the summer brain drain? You know what the summer brain drain is?! Research shows that kids can lose one to three months of learning over the summer. Talk about taking 2 steps forward and 1 step back!! To prevent this, the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry is offering up a fun and free online science program called Summer Brain Games that will keep kids learning this summer and prevent the “summer brain drain.”

We registered for the Summer Brain Games! Each week throughout the summer, the Museum of Science and Industry online kit will feature an experiment or science challenge that you can easily do at home with your kiddos (with some adult supervision). These experiments mostly include items that you can find around the house. You can sign up here for free! It’s offered in both English and Spanish. You’ll also get a pass to come to the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry for free this summer! This is great if you live in Chicago or are planning to visit this summer!

We made a hydroponic garden using a 2 liter bottle, a cut up sock and some torn cardboard. We transplanted a plant from outside just to see what happens. We’re going to take a trip to the garden store for some seed and make another one and see if we can grow a vegetable!! Eli got a little creative with Thomas the Tank Engine stickers! 😉 We also made a rain gauge using another 2 liter bottle…that was fun and easy! Now, we just need some more rain to measure.

The kids really enjoy these brain games! I would suggest letting them pick which ones they’d like to try first to encourage some excitement. The instructions for each challenge are easy to follow. It’s fun to read aloud each instruction and have the kids do as much as they can alone, but then help when needed. More hands on learning!!

Now for the super cool part! I’m giving away a Family Four Pack (value $76.00), which includes tickets to the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry. (Tickets are valid through the end of 2013.). Just use the Rafflecopter Form below to enter to win! Giveaway ends 7/9/13 at 11:59pm EST.

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The Chicago Museum of Science and Industry is offering a fun and free online science program called Summer Brain Games. The eight-week program lasts from June 17, 2013-August 12, 2013 and features a weekly experiment or science challenge that can easily be performed at home with kids of all ages.

Visit msichicago.org/summerbrain now to register for Summer Brain Games and download your free Summer Brain Games kit. As an added bonus, registering automatically gets you a pass to come to the Museum for free this summer.

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry.

Find It Supply Caddy Review + Giveaway (Giveaway Ends 12/18)

December 11, 2012 by Jenni 232 Comments

How many of you have a craft drawer, a junk drawer, or even just an odd and end drawer that drives you crazy?! I have a hutch in my kitchen that is home to my tape, velcro stuff, markers, ink pens, envelopes, coin rolls, and other things that don’t have their own “home”. If I can’t find a place for it – I toss it in that drawer which is getting so full, I can barely open and close it!

I could use that drawer for other necessary things so I decided to add all the others to this nifty Find It Supply Caddy! With this caddy, I can “eyeball” everything quickly and I just keep the caddy inside my hutch cabinet section now which I can quickly pull out when I need something from it. Now, I can keep all my telephone books, print paper, mail, and other stuff in this drawer rather than leaving it just laying around.

I’m one of those OVER organizers…the bad thing is, being an over organizer doesn’t work and everything winds up being UN-organized. It’s a never ending cycle. This little caddy is just perfect for my “hotspots” and frees up space (which I love). What would you use your Find It Supply Caddy for? I want another one to keep craft stuff in AND another one to keep gift wrapping stuff in. They’re just $10.99 and you can get it in black, teal, or purple. I love mine…it’s very sturdy and will last me a lifetime!

They are giving one to 1 lucky reader. Just use the Rafflecopter Form below to enter!!

Update: This giveaway is now over. The winner will be drawn and announced on the Winner’s List!

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Disclosure: I received a Find It Supply Caddy to review and they are supplying one for a giveaway. All opinions are 100% my own, and honest as always.

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