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Splurge on Fun This Tax Refund Season + Amazing Samsung Deals at Walmart

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This post was sponsored by Samsung as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

 

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Do you wait until tax refund season to make your big electronic purchases? We always have! It’s just the best time of year for us to splurge!

I know that most folks feel the same way.

Did you know that Samsung at Walmart has some incredible deals this tax season? Since Samsung is a brand that our family has used and trusted for YEARS….we’ll be making a couple of big purchases.

Here are some of the awesome deals that you can take advantage of (for the whole family!) this tax refund season, from Samsung at Walmart:

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Samsung Mobile Devices:

Someone in the home needing a new cellphone? The Verizon J1 is a great option or the Straight Talk Galaxy S7 (priced at $599)!! Folks, if you’re looking for a great and affordable phone service, without any strings attached – Straight Talk is the way to go! We’ve used them for years! Find all of the awesome Samsung Mobile Devices deals here!

 

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Samsung TVs and Home Audio Systems:

We usually always wait until tax refund time or Christmas time to purchase TVs. Only because those are the times when you can find the best deals!! Been dying to get a home audio system for your family room or gaming room!? They have those too! You can find the Samsung TVs here on Walmart!

Straight from the website:

Enjoy 4K Ultra HD resolution and High Dynamic Range (HDR) content that delivers greater clarity with UHD Dimming and a fuller spectrum of color with PurColor. Access your favorite content quicker and easier with the new Samsung Smart TV platform powered by a quad-core processor.

 

 

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Samsung Tablets:

Tired of the kids fighting over the tablet? Tax refund time is the best time to grab another Samsung tablet! No more fighting between the kids!!

Samsung Galaxy Tab E Details: 

The 7,300mAh battery keeps you powered up to watch, read and game at home or on the go. The Galaxy Tab E was made to go wherever you go and do whatever you want to do. From watching a movie with the family at home to reading a bestseller at the coffee shop, the big, bright screen keeps everyone entertained. Enjoy more of your favorite music, photos, movies and games on the go with a microSD card that expands your tablet’s memory from 16GB to up to an additional 128GB.Make shareable moments better with the Galaxy Tab E’s advanced camera features. Catch more in each photo with Panorama and Continuous Shot modes. Video chat from anywhere. And quickly toggle between camera and video modes. With the Galaxy Tab E, you won’t miss a thing.

 

Visit Samsung at the links below to keep up with the latest news and offers:

 

I hope that you enjoy your splurge time with your tax refund this year!!

What splurges are you planning on making this Tax Refund Season?! We’d love to hear!!

 

Play the New Addictive EyeCons Mobile Game and Win REAL Prizes!

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This review was made possible by iConnect and EyeCons.  I was provided compensation to facilitate this post, but all opinions stated are 100% mine.

 

I often find myself sitting in the car pickup line at school, or waiting for the bus – trying to kill time. THIS is one of my “quiet” moments through out the day where I can enjoy a little me time. Sip some coffee, plan out our weekly menu and grocery list, and play games on my phone.

 

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Have you heard of EyeCons yet?! I’m super addicted to this game! It’s a new “distract and relax” mobile game from the creators of the mega-hot board games TABOO and OUTBURST, Hersch Games! EyeCons is a match-two puzzle game and it offers REAL, offline rewards and prizes as you move from level to level! It’s like really getting paid to play!

 

YOU’RE INVITED for a Chance at $1000!

On Thursday, October 13th you can join in on the fun and win special prizes AND a chance for a $1,000 grand prize, just by playing along during a 30-minute #EyeConsParty gaming event! It’s at 9pm ET/6pm PT.

 

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Here are the RULES for the EyeCons Party Gaming Event:

  • Like @eyeconsthegame on Instagram – this is a critical first step, as only people who like EyeCons will qualify for the $1,000 grand prize.
  • Register your EyeCons account using your Instagram handle as your USERNAME. Do NOT login to the game using a Facebook account. You must register in order to verify a winner after game play ends.
  • At exactly 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Thursday, October 13, 2016, game play will begin. Make sure you are set and ready to go BEFORE this time slot!
  • Official gameplay will happen on Level THREE! When the game begins, play until you reach LEVEL THREE. Then, keep playing on LEVEL THREE ONLY. DO NOT ADVANCE to Level 4.
  • After 30 minutes, the players at the top of the leaderboard on Level THREE who followed @eyeconsthegame on Instagram will win.

*Please NOTE: When you sign up for the game using your Instagram handle, your entire handle may not be accepted, so just use as many characters as you can from your handle.

 

 

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How to Play EyeCons:

Try to clear all the tiles in time by tapping any two matching tiles to remove them from the board. Then you can advance to the next level! But remember to keep a close eye on those tile designs – looks may be deceiving! Players earn real rewards and prizes for achieving high scores.

 Match two similar looking tiles in order to eliminate them all and win each level

 You can net a higher score with faster elimination speed

 Utilize combos, power-ups and in-game assists to score high and get to the next level and win real, physical prizes just by playing (i.e. free truffle fries!)

 Play anytime as an individual, or play against others during in-venue group sessions that are activated at specific times

 

PRIZES and Winner Announcements:

 First Place: $1,000 AMEX gift card

 Second Place: The ultimate Taboo package – one “Taboo” board game and one Taboo Buzz’d

 Third Place: One copy each of Platinum Taboo, Platinum Outburst, Platinum Scattergories

 Fourth Place: One copy each of Platinum Taboo, Platinum Outburst, Platinum Scattergories

Since the EyeCons team will be the only ones who can cross reference who’s following them on Instagram against the leaderboard ranking, they’ll post the Official Winners at 12:00pmPT on October 12, 2016 on the @eyeconsthegame Instagram feed. Winners also will be contacted directly via email.

 

 

 

 

 

college safety tips for girls that you never think of

College Safety Tips for Girls (and Guys) That You Never Think Of

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This post brought to you by Wearsafe. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Sweet Pennies From Heaven.

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College Safety Tips for Girls and Guys You Never Think Of!

The kids are all grown up and leaving for college. They think they already know everything, right?! Yeah, they’re pretty smart – but they’re probably also still really naive. My niece, Hannah – my “mini me” – has just started her first year.

Bathroom selfies and all… (God love her heart!). I love her to pieces.

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College kids HAVE to be equipped with some “smarts” when it comes to their safety since we’re not there to protect them. Here are 7 college safety tips for girls (and guys) that most of them won’t ever think of…until we tell them!

 

College Safety Tips for Girls (and guys)

 

1 . Have car/dorm keys handy BEFORE you get to the car or your dorm room. Don’t wait until you’re there before you start digging around for keys.

2 . Keep pepper spray handy. Most people think about having pepper spray on them, but most of the time they never even buy any.

3 . Use your car alarm! If a stranger is following you in the parking lot – press that alarm button on your key ring. More than likely, they’ll run the opposite direction!

4 . Don’t leave your drinks/food unattended. I know this one has been said over and over and over again – but for realz! Keep an eye on your drinks. You never know what weird creeper will drop something in it!

5 . Never go to the ATM machine alone, especially at night. Make your bestie or room mate tag along with you. If she/he complains, offer them $5 or something off the dollar menu at Taco Bell. Guarantee they’ll take you up on that!

6 . Keep your expensive stuff like laptops and electronic devices hidden away in your backpack or bag when heading out to the car or to the library.

 

 

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7 . Use Wearsafe! It’s a teeny tiny Tag that keeps the kids and their family/friends one step ahead of an unsafe situation. In this event – it can be hard to get help when you’re fumbling around for your phone. I just set one up, and it was so easy to do!

 

Wearsafe Tag

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This super small Wearsafe Tag uses your phone to alert your friends and family – by sending them audio from the scene. It starts a chat room where they can coordinate, and/or call 911. Even when your phone is OUT OF SIGHT!!

 

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The Wearsafe Tag works with both iPhones and Androids. The app is only $5 a month and comes with a FREE device/tag! You cannot beat that —  and there are NO commitments!!! You can Try it free now!!!

You won’t find another product out there that will keep your college kids safer than Wearsafe. It’s the only one to offer audio, GPS, and group chat! The Wearsafe Tag is SO small that a stranger don’t even know it’s there! All the while, in a situation, they have NO idea that 911 may already be on the way, thanks to Wearsafe!  

 

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APP/DEVICE DETAILS:

  • GPS information – recognizes if you are traveling or moving or stationary but that alone is not enough
  • Audio from the scene – push of button sends audio file of 60 seconds before ‘event’.  Being able to hear what is going on gives the context of what is happening
  • Group chat – all those in selected network are in group chat to create a virtual situation room.  Connects people who may not be connected on a daily basis.   They can connect as a team to address how to help person in distress and assess the situation.

 

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This gives parents and the college kids both a sense of security. Even while you’re not close to one another, you’re still able to protect them at a moments notice! For just $5 a month. Mind blown. What other college safety tips do you have?!

We’d love to hear them. Leave us a comment below or follow us on social media!

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