April 28, 2011

One lucky reader will win the mother of all giveaways ARV $300!!

I'm just going to get right into it and share with you what this amazing prize package includes. One lucky reader will win this prize package valued at $300 of mommy, fitness, and beauty products.


The Lexli 30-Day Starter Kit
Lexli's 30-Day Starter Kit is an easy, inexpensive way to try our skincare line and make sure it's right for you. Each kit provides a month’s supply of products featured as a part of Lexli’s Simple 4-Step System. Included in the travel-friendly kit is: Aloe-Based Cleansing Lotion (2 oz.), Aloe-Based AloeGlyC® Renewing Exfoliant (0.50 oz.), Aloe-Based Day Moisturizer with SPF 15 for Normal to Dry Skin (0.50 oz.), Aloe-Based Tone and Balance (2 oz), Aloe-Based Night Moisturizer (0.5 oz).

Lexli skincare products are available at select spas, physician offices and salons. To purchase products or to find a listing of participating retailers, visit www.lexli.com.  Because Lexli is unlike any other over-the-counter skincare brand, it is advised that consumers use the product line under the guidance of a licensed skincare expert


Le Baby  Hair Gel retail 
Le Baby hair gel is a styling gel free of harsh chemicals meant to define wispy curls and tackle unruly after-nap hair. While the concept of baby hairstyling products might seem a little child-beauty-pageant to some, for many moms and dads it’s a must-have diaper bag accessory.  From taming those wild fly-aways to smoothing frizzies, Le Baby hair gel works on all hair types and is hypoallergenic for sensitive skin. Whatever your child’s hair type, Le Baby will make combing and styling a cinch. The unique formulas leave hair shiny, healthy looking and more manageable.
The 411 On Le Baby Hair Gel:
Hypoallergenic                                  No harsh chemicals        
No parabens                                      No sulfates
Not tested on animals                   Fragrance-free
Thickens baby-fine hair                 Tames frizzies & fly-aways
Moisturizes                                        Softly holds curls
Keeps hairstyles in place               Never leaves hair stiff or sticky



 We all know the wonders of mascara well; in fact, most of us feel naked without it. But breakage, thinning and damaging of the lashes are mascara's little known drawbacks.  Fortunately, EnvyDerm, a groundbreaking new nonprescription formula eyelash growth serum is here for our eyebatting rescue. 

“Through meticulous research and development, scientific advances, professional expertise and the understanding of a customer’s well-being, EnvyDerm is changing the world of beauty,” says Nadia Smith, President and Founder of EnvyDerm.  “At EnvyDerm, we provide consumers with the best eyelash care products to enhance their natural beauty.” 



New information from the US Department of Health and Human Resources reveals that despite national efforts to curb childhood obesity here in the US, rates are still climbing!  Because the years of preventing childhood obesity are over by the time our children reach kindergarten, parents need products that offer a fun and practical approach to teaching their children balanced nutrition!  And we have it!Welcome to Beanstalk Express, the home of the world’s first snacktivity game, The SnackTime survival kit At Beanstalk Express, we’re parents too!  And like you, we also envisioned raising fruit-and-veggie loving eaters, avoiding processed foods and “just saying no!” to drive through windows!  But then something happened along the way … We had kids! After enduring the preschool battles with picky eaters and around-the-clock requests for sweets and goodies, we realized what was missing when it comes to inspiring our kids with healthy habits that will last …Food marketers have been making junk food fun for decades. So what if we made healthy choices just as much fun?  We decided to try it … and it worked! When you empower children with the ability to make their own choices, amazing things happen!  At Beanstalk Express, we make healthy fun!  And in the process, they become habit!

Wooden Clock BoardFeatures one working clock, 3 control clocks with moveable arms, and 3 corresponding hooks to hold snack cards in place.

33 Snack CardsOn the front are pictures of delicious snacks to choose from. On the back is important tips and information to learn from.

How it works!1.Each morning, Mom or Dad selects between 4-6 snack cards that are available to make that day from the deck.
2.From these cards, kids can choose their 3 snacks for that day.
3.Mom sets the control clocks to the desired snack times and hangs the snack cards on the corresponding hooks.
4.And now it's up to the kids! By Keeping an eye on the clocks, the kids alert Mom to when it's SNACK TIME!
5.Mom takes the snack card off the hook and serves up the snack.

Master teacher Lee Potter in her third trimester with twins adds her own special wit and playfulness to the Bar Method’s pre-natal workout, a long-standing and popular class at its flagship studio in San Francisco. Lee leads you through this 45-minute long series of gentle, safe and challenging moves, including free-weight work, thigh exercises, standing seat-work, and abdominal strengthening exercises performed while propped up on pillows. Lee’s fellow performers are Hannah Blue, co-owner of the Downtown San Francisco studio and Lauren Dunning, a teacher at the Downtown San Francisco studio, both appearing in this DVD in their second trimester. As Lee puts it, this DVD “will help you feel strong during your pregnancy, will
 About The Bar Method
The Bar Method is full-body exercise program created by Burr Leonard. The workout utilizes a ballet bar fitness technique and draws from the principles of isometrics, dance conditioning, interval training, and physical therapy. The result is a noticeable “Bar Method” sculpted body featuring:
•              Firm, elongated muscles
•              Reduced body fat
•              High muscle definition in the chest
•              Improved posture
•              Long, narrow thighs
•              A lifted seat and defined hamstrings
•              Strong, flat abdominals
•              Increased stamina and energy
•              Extended youthfulness

*Also available, Beginner’s Workout DVD and Dancer’s Body Advanced Workout DVD. 


My Beautiful Mommy: Groundbreaking new children's book explaining plastic surgery 
World Renown Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael Salzhaur explains plastic surgery to children.
Young children are naturally curious – they’re full of questions and excited to learn about the world they live in.  However, as times change, children’s curiosities have addressed more complex and sensitive issues, often at younger ages.  In today’s American culture, more than ever, answers can increasingly be found in children’s books.  Everything from divorce and global warming to potty habits and how to deal with a death in the family, children’s books have tackled it all.  Dr. Michael Salzhauer, a Miami board-certified plastic surgeon and father of four, has taken the reins on a very hot topic and wrote “My Beautiful Mommy,” the first ever children’s book that addresses plastic surgery.


Give Your Skin a Breath of Fresh Air
Oxygen Biotherapeutics, Inc. Introduces DERMACYTE® Skin Care Products to Reduce the Appearance of Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Dermacyte Oxygenating Eye Complex
Dermacyte Oxygenating Eye Complex is a smooth, delicate treatment to refresh, hydrate and restore the appearance of youth to your eye contour area. It is designed to enhance the skin’s hydration, elasticity and smoothness while protecting it against environmental stress. Dermacyte Oxygenating Eye Complex is a gentle marriage of modern technology and nourishing emollients extracted from avocado essence, oat kernel, sunflower oil, the calming High Ash, a tree indigenous to European forests rich in antioxidants, Vitamin C and seeds from the Pacific Northwest Meadowfoam plant among other nurturing ingredients.
It provides a lightweight solution with its patented technology, a powerful oxygen-carrier developed to infuse oxygen for a fresher appearance and overall improved complexion.  It immediately imparts a cool, moisturizing effect while also reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. These effects along with skin brightening and anti-irritating benefits deliver a lighter and healthier feel to your skin.
WIN IT! 

Mandatory Entry: Simple! Just leave a comment that you'd like to win! Please leave your email address so I can contact you if you win!

Extra Entries:To qualify for extra entries, you must first complete the Mandatory entry. Please put each entry in a separate comment. (and for example, if you are already a FB fan, just leave a comment stating :i'm a fan on FB) if your email is not in your profile, please leave your email in one of your comments.

*Follow Life With The Stevens via GFC, located on the right side of my blog
*Become a FB fan of Life with the Stevens
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* For a daily entry, Tweet about this giveaway "I entered to win the mother of all giveaways at www.lifewiththestevens.com @hlstevens" You can tweet once a day for a daily entry. 
 *Vote for my blog by clicking the "We're on the Fence" button on the right side of the blog, above the counter. Each click of that button gets me a vote! Vote once per day for a daily extra entry.

Entrants from the US are eligible. Contest Ends on May 13th at 11:59 pm EST. Winners will be chosen by random.org and announced May 14th, 2011. Winners will be notified by email with “You Have Won the Mother of All Giveaways” in the subject line. Winners will then have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Disclosure/Disclaimer: No compensation was given, I was happy to post for the opportunity to host a giveaway. For more information on this blog and my posting practices, please refer to my disclosure policy.




Review: Smart For Life and Hint Water!

Eating healthy is something I struggle with daily, but I can say I do push for the best for my children. One thing that makes eating healthy a bit more easy to swallow :D is if the food tastes good. Smart For Life has introduced me to the Cookie Diet! Yes, you read that right! From the website: "The Smart for Life® Cookie Diet Makes Losing Weight and Keeping It Off a Lifestyle You Can Live With. A Healthy and Nutritious Success You Can Enjoy."
I was given a few cookies and bars to review from Smart For Life, and they did not disappoint! I got to try some of the granola squares-Oatmeal Raisin, Choc. Chip Banana, and Cranberry Granola!
They were hearty and satisfying! My favorite was the Chocolate Chip Banana, I never would have though to combine the two flavors, but this was super yummy! It's so hard for me to believe that these are GOOD for me! They are packed with protein too, so that is fantastic for a busy mom like me who is always on the go!


I also got to review one of my absolute favorite things: WATER! But not just any water, Hint Flavored Water! There are no preservatives, artificial flavorings, calories, or sweeteners. Just pure goodness! You can find Hint at Starbucks and Whole Foods stores. I love that they are naturally sweetened, I was able to try: Watermelon, Pomegranate-Tangerine, and Blackberry. Let me say, I had to fight  my kids for these drinks!!
They were delicious, so fresh-like I just squeezed the juices from these fruits myself into the water. Super refreshing!!

Disclaimer: I was provided with products for review, no other compensation was given. This is my honest opinion. For more information on my blogging practices, please see my disclosure policy.
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April 27, 2011

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Pepto Bismol {Giveaway!}




ETA: This giveaway is ending early, so you can enjoy your prize on CINCO DE MAYO!! Thank you for understanding!!
Cinco de Mayo is quickly approaching-do you have any plans?? Well get your fiesta on with Pepto Bismol!!
They have added to their already awesome collection of YouTube videos Miss Busy Phillips! She adds some hilarious and entertaining views on how to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! This one is my personal fave :D
Pepto wants to be a part of your Cinco de Mayo, so here are some tips that they wanted to share with all of you on how to make your party as fabulous as you!

1.        Enlist your musician friend to play mariachi music at your party
2.        Host a “Guac-off” in your office between coworkers who insist they have the best
3.        Referee a Chihuahua race at your local dog park
4.        Buy a handful of sombreros and teach your friends the Mexican hat dance
5.        Keep the Pepto-Bismol on hand in case those extra nachos did you over

If you want to make your Cinco de Mayo celebration even more fun, create your own Pinata Smash, and upload it to YouTube! Fill it with something creative, maybe Salsa? Clams? Just kidding :D (or am I?)
Don't be a party pooper, Pepto Bismol has got you covered!!

Guess what? Pepto Bismol is offering up a fabulous party pack for one lucky Life With The Stevens reader!
What can you win?? Check it out!
Included is: Music; decorations; piñata and filler; serveware; $50 AMEX gift card for food; and of course, Pepto!





Mandatory Entry: Share with us, do you celebrate Cinco de Mayo? If so, how? If not, why not? :D
Please leave your email address in this comment!

Extra Entries:To qualify for extra entries, you must first complete the Mandatory entry. Please put each entry in a separate comment. (and for example, if you are already a FB fan, just leave a comment stating :i'm a fan on FB) if your email is not in your profile, please leave your email in one of your comments.

*For 2 entries,  Follow Pepto Bismol on Facebook
*For 2 entries, follow Pepto on Twitter, please leave your Twitter handle in your comment!
*Subscribe to the Pepto YouTube Channel
*For 3 entries, Add my button to your blog, located near the top left side and leave a link to your blog in your comment-leave 3 separate comments
*Become a FB fan of Life with the Stevens
*Follow Life with the Stevens on Twitter
* For a daily entry, Tweet about this giveaway "I entered to win a Pepto Prize Pack with @Pepto  and www.lifewiththestevens.com @hlstevens #PeptoLovesCinco" You can tweet once a day for a daily entry. Be sure to include the hash tag!
 *Vote for my blog by clicking the "We're on the Fence" button on the right side of the blog, above the counter. Each click of that button gets me a vote! Vote once per day for a daily extra entry.

Entrants from the US are eligible. Contest Ends on May 2nd at 11:59 pm EST. Winners will be chosen by random.org and announced May 3rd, 2011. Winners will be notified by email with “You Have Won the Pepto Prize Pack Giveaway” in the subject line. Winners will then have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Disclosure/Disclaimer: No compensation was given, I was happy to post for the opportunity to host a giveaway. For more information on this blog and my posting practices, please refer to my disclosure policy.

SunglassWarehouse.com Review and Giveaway!




I'm pretty much addicted to aviator sunglasses. I just love the style, and love that they can be worn by both men and women! If you want to see an awesome selection of aviators, and every other sunglass style you can think of, then you MUST check out SunglassWarehouse!!
I was given the opportunity to review anything, and I immediately chose this SW Aviator Style.
I actually do not have a pair of silver framed Aviators, and I am just loving these so much that they have become my new favorite! They are lightweight and comfortable! I have even wore them while on a run, and they did not flop around so for me that is just an added bonus! My son even loved this style that he asked for a pair of his own aviators :D




Of course, you are not limited to just women and mens sunglasses, at Sunglass Warehouse you'll find kids sport sunglasses, goggles, reading glasses and so much more!
Sunglass Warehouse has some great tools to help you find the best pair of glasses for you. They have the tools to help you find glasses that best suite your skin tone and face shape! I have an oval face, so my suggestions were to pick square shaped frames!

Buy it: You'll find an amazing selection at unbelievably low prices at SunglassWarehouse.com
Right now you can get free shipping on all orders of $25 and more, PLUS they have a Spring Sale going on-get 15% off your order with code SPRING11

Win it! One lucky reader will win their choice of any pair of sunglasses OR a $20 Gift Certificate from SunglassWarehouse.com!

Mandatory Entry: Leave a comment with a link to your favorite pair of glasses from SunglassWarehouse.com!
Be sure to leave your email address in this first comment!

Extra Entries:To qualify for extra entries, you must first complete the Mandatory entry. Please put each entry in a separate comment. (and for example, if you are already a FB fan, just leave a comment stating :i'm a fan on FB) if your email is not in your profile, please leave your email in one of your comments.

*For 2 entries,  Follow Sunglass Warehouse on Facebook!
*For 2 entries, follow Sunglass Warehouse on Twitter-please leave your Twitter handle in your comment!
*For 3 entries, Add my button to your blog, located near the top left side and leave a link to your blog in your comment-leave 3 separate comments
*Become a FB fan of Life with the Stevens
*Follow Life with the Stevens on Twitter
*For 2 entries, Follow the Sunglass Warehouse blog via RSS
* For a daily entry, Tweet about this giveaway "I entered to win with @Sunglasswarehse and www.lifewiththestevens.com @hlstevens" You can tweet once a day for a daily entry.
 *Vote for my blog by clicking the "We're on the Fence" button on the right side of the blog, above the counter. Each click of that button gets me a vote! Vote once per day for a daily extra entry.

Entrants from the US are eligible. Contest Ends on May 11th at 11:59 pm EST. Winners will be chosen by random.org and announced May 12th, 2011. Winners will be notified by email with “You Have Won the Sunglass Warehouse Giveaway” in the subject line. Winners will then have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Disclosure/Disclaimer: I received a product for review, no other compensation was given. For more information on this blog and my posting practices, please refer to my disclosure policy.

GourmetGiftBaskets.com winner!


Hi guys!! I'm sorry I'm late in posting (that's a holiday weekend for ya!) but the winner has been contacted and confirmed, I just wanted to announce the winner officially!
Winner picked via Random.org Comment #57
Yellow Tennessee said...57

Button on my blog. Entry 2.
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Thanks to all who entered and made this another successful giveaway!

April 19, 2011

Great discount codes from CurrentCodes.com just in time For Easter!

Bridget at SSPR shared this great TIP just for you!
Not great at making Easter Baskets? Have a professional do it for you! With Easter quickly approaching families are getting their homes ready to look like the Easter Bunny has made a visit, leaving behind delicious candy and chocolate for all those who live there.

By using deals found on CurrentCodes.com you can save money on pre-made Easter Baskets, candy, bakery goods and Spring Flower arrangements.  Below are recent (currently active) discount codes found on CurrentCodes.com. 

1-800-Baskets: Save 20% off Treats and Sweets with code EASTER20
Cheryl’s: Save 15% off Easter Baskets with code EBASKET25
Fleurop.com: Save 10% on flowers with code EASTER11
1-800-Flowers: Save  15% on Easter purchases with code EASTER15
ProFlowers.com: Offering Easter gifts for $19.99 with a FREE vase
Floraqueen.com: Save 10% off discount on purchases with code EASTER10
CandyDirect.com: Save 3% off any order with code EASTERDEAL3
Dancing Deer Baking Co.: Save 20% off all Easter Gifts with code EASTER20
JellyBelly.com: Save 10% off $35 or more from Easter category with code BUNNY
Johnston County Hams: Save 10% off purchase with code EASTER10
PrintCandies.com: Save 25% off 50$ or more with code EASTER25
Harry & David: Save 20% off orders over $50 with code SPRING20
BakeMeAWish.com: 15% off all Gourmet Easter Cakes

Thank you Bridget!

Disclaimer: I received no compensation for this post, for more info on my blogging practices, see my disclosure policy.

Earn an extra entry in any giveaway I have!

Hello friends!
I'd love to offer you all an extra giveaway in any of my current giveaways going on right now in exchange for your daily vote!
Earn one entry every day that you vote for my moms story on the Kohl's facebook page: Here is the direct link to my mom!
I entered her in this giveaway as a way of saying thank you for everything she has done for me, she has worked so hard in her life and she deserves something great!
You have to "Like" Kohl's FB page to vote, but here is the link again to my moms story!
Thank you so much!
Be sure to include in your entry post that you are using your extra entry for voting!
LOVE YOU ALL!

Nutrisystem: Snack/Dessert and my final thoughts!


Who doesn't crave dessert while on a diet?? I swear, that craving comes out roaring when I'm watching my weight and have to fight the urge to buy the candy bar in the grocery store line!
Well, thanks to Nutrisystem, you CAN have that extra snack and dessert, which no harm to your weight loss journey! Isn't that just the best news EVER?? :D
Part of my job as a Nutrisystem Blogger Ambassador, I got to review meals for 10 days, and with that I also got to review some super tasty desserts too!
I was able to try a few frozen treats in the Nutrisystem Snacks and Dessert section of their menu: Fudge Swirl sundae, Caramel Swirl sundae, Orange Creme Bar, Ice Cream Sandwich, and the Creamy Fudge Bar. As an ice cream conissuir ;) I have to say every single dessert was bliss! I would have never thought dieting could be so yummy! The desserts were creamy and satisfying! Not one bite was left behind! I looked forward to eating all of my meals and rewarding myself with a delicious frozen dessert!



I highly recommend the Nutrisystem program. The meals are delivered right to your door, you can pick from an amazing selection of meals, and you will enjoy each and every bite!
I have not one complaint with my meals that were given to me, and I'm sad to have completed this review because now I have to start cooking for myself again! I'll be sure to add the Nutrisystem program back on my weight loss regimen as I'm proud to say that in my 10 days of doing this review, along with exercise, I lost 2 lbs! It's amazing what revamping my way of eating has done. I'm so happy with how this all turned out, and I'm thankful to Nutrisystem for the opportunity to do this.
Be sure to follow Nutrisystem on Facebook!

Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion. I received product for review, no other compensation was given.

April 17, 2011

WE'RE GOING TO DISNEY!!!!!!!!!




I'M SO EXCITED!!!!!!
Cooper (my oldest) and I are going to Disney World! This will be the first time for both of us! I dreamed of going as a kid but we could not afford it, but I know if my parents could have made it happen they would have!
My brother and his wife live in FL, and they wanted us to come down to go to Disney, their treat! What an awesome family I have!! My youngest is only 20 months old, and I know he would love to go, but he does not do well around a lot of people so we decided it's best he stay home. We're planning a big family trip to Disney in 2012 or 2013 over Christmas so my hubby and youngest can see this amazing place (My husband has went a few times as a child, lucky bum!)
And my husbands sister and her hubby live there too, so we will get to see them too! I'm out of my mind excited about this, I will be taking plenty of pictures and I"ll be sure to post about our trip!
I haven't told Cooper yet, I'm trying to come up with a fun way to surprise him. Any ideas???
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

April 15, 2011

Introducing Haddad Brands!!


This has by far been one of my favorite blogging opportunities! It is my pleasure to introduce you to Haddad Brands!! Not familiar with that name? Well, I know you'll recognize the companies that Haddad Brands represents and distributes: Nike, Nike Team Sports, Levi's,and Brand Jordan kids wear!

Check out their Mission Statement: "Haddad will strive to satisfy our licensors, business partners, and ultimately the consumer. We will be led by professionals and will continue to set higher standards in everything we do – from product to service.
The result will be the greatest children’s company in the world."


I have the honor of being one of Haddad Brands Mom Ambassadors! And with that title, I was given an amazing selection of clothes for my boys to review. 
I was blown away with the selection and quality of clothes that came to my door! The sizing was right on for my kids, not to big and not too small. It's hard when every brand seems to have their own sizing and you have to guess when you order online. But with all of these brands, the sizing was right on for what my boys wear!
I've always been a die hard Levi's wearer, and my boys too. The fit is great, no baggy front where the zipper hangs to their knees. Great fit!


Here is a little sample of what we got, check out these sassy models :D




I couldn't be more impressed with these brands. They are well made and durable-if they hold up to my rough and tumble guys then you know they are good clothes!
Not only are the clothes comfortable, but they are super stylish too! I think I have the best dressed kids on the block! And I love when people ask me "Oh, where did you get that adorable shirt?"

Help me thank Haddad Brands for this great opportunity by following them on Twitter and Facebook! When they reach 200 Followers they will be doing an amazing giveaways of their clothing!! Don't miss out on your chance, follow them now!!

Disclaimer: I received clothing for review purposes, no other compensation was given. This post is my honest opinion. My thanks to Haddad Brands for this opportunity. If you'd like more info on my blogging practices, please see my disclosure policy.






Free Jumbo Mother's Day Card from BuildASign.com



Looking for a new way to surprise the mother in your life-Be it your wife, mother, mother in law, aunt, whomever! Build A Sign has a great offer good now through April 24th-Design your own, or choose from one of their great selections of Jumbo Mother's Day cards!!
**You can actually use this code on any Jumbo Card**
All you do is pay shipping! Use the code THANKSMA2011 at checkout!My order came to 9.65, I saved 32.96!!




April 14, 2011

EasyCanvasPrints.com Review and Giveaway

Remember my super fun review with Buildasign.com? Well, I want to introduce to you their newest venture: EasyCanvasPrints.com! I LOVE wall art, especially if it's personal. For months now I've been slowly gathering a collection of decor for our soon to be finished master bedroom, and the opportunity to do a review for EasyCanvasPrints.com fell in my lap at just the right time!
I was able to turn a photo of my choosing into a canvas print! I had a really hard time deciding what to create. I wanted it to be personal, something sentimental even. I do not have a lot of personal pictures up in my house, because we live in the digital age and I do not make prints very often of my pictures!
After tweaking this picture a bit, I went to work at turning it into canvas art! The process was SO VERY EASY! The company name does not lie :D
First, you select the size print you want (you can even customize a size if you want!) and the wrap thickness (the edge). Second, you choose the photo you like and you'll see if it's a good quality print that will hold up well to the size you want. Then you choose your border style-Mirror image, Image Wrap or Border color.  You'll then have the option for retouching which I think is a fabulous option! And that's it, you're done!



I know my picture taking skills are lacking, but isn't this awesome? My boys are not just brothers, they are best buds!

Buy it: It's easy to create your own Canvas creation at Easycanvasprints.com, you will love the results!

Win it! One lucky reader will win an 8x10 (or 10x8 :D) canvas print!

Mandatory Entry: Follow me via Google Friend Connect, leave a comment with your email please :D Easy peasy!

Extra Entries:To qualify for extra entries, you must first complete the Mandatory entry. Please put each entry in a separate comment. (and for example, if you are already a FB fan, just leave a comment stating :i'm a fan on FB) if your email is not in your profile, please leave your email in one of your comments.

*For 2 entries,  Follow Easy Canvas Prints on Facebook!!
*For 2 entries, write on the Easy Canvas Prints FB page and let them know you found them through @Life With The Stevens!
*For 3 entries, Add my button to your blog, located near the top left side and leave a link to your blog in your comment-leave 3 separate comments
*Become a FB fan of Life with the Stevens
*Follow Life with the Stevens on Twitter
* For a daily entry, Tweet about this giveaway "I entered to win with Easy Canvas Prints and www.lifewiththestevens.com @hlstevens" You can tweet once a day for a daily entry.
 *Vote for my blog by clicking the "We're on the Fence" button on the right side of the blog, above the counter. Each click of that button gets me a vote! Vote once per day for a daily extra entry.

Entrants from the US are eligible. Contest Ends on April 28th at 11:59 pm EST. Winners will be chosen by random.org and announced April 29th, 2011. Winners will be notified by email with “You Have Won the Easy Canvas Prints Giveaway” in the subject line. Winners will then have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Disclosure/Disclaimer: I received a product for review, no other compensation was given. For more information on this blog and my posting practices, please refer to my disclosure policy.

April 13, 2011

And we're back :D


Phew, we're back in business! Photobucket ran into some problems and since my blog template is on photobucket, down went my blog! Thank you for being patient with me and my lack of posting, it was hard to see posts so I didn't want to post anything new until the problem was fixed!
yay!

Nutrisystem: Dinner!!

I'll admit, being on a diet at dinner time was a bit hard. I make a great meal for all the boys in my house, and of course I want to eat it too! But knowing that the dinner that Nutrisystem sent my way was going to be delicious made it a little easier! The dinner options from Nutrisystem were the tastiest and heartiest of all the three main meals. There was variety, color, and amazing flavor! There is so much to choose from-beef, chicken, pasta, turkey, vegetarian meals-you want it, they got it! My favorite meal was the Glazed Chicken Tenders  oh my gosh, I was so glad they sent two of these meals, so I could have the same delightful meal two days in a row! The rice was cooked to perfection, and the green beans almondine was awesome! The beans tasted so fresh!

I cannot rave enough about all the meals that Nutrisystem offers! They give you so much to choose from. You will NOT get bored on the Nutrisystem diet, there is just no way! If you don't like something, you have so much more to choose from. These meals taste like they just came out of the oven. You'll finish your meal content and satisfied!
Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion. I received a product for review, no other compensation was given. Please see my disclosure policy for more information.

April 12, 2011

Nutrisystem: Lunch!!


Lunch is a battle in my house, and not with the kids-with me! I usually end up eating off of the kids' plates because I don't have the energy to fix my own plate! I think my biggest downfall with my eating is skipping the occasional meal, and I know that only slows down my metabolism.
Nutrisystem has a delicious and wholesome offering of lunches. Check out the huge selection that is the Nutrisystem Lunch Menu. I mean, you can't go wrong with soup, sandwiches, salads, pizzas and MORE!
My hands down absolute favorite lunch was the Margherita Pizza. The crust was crispy, yet soft (is that possible? Yes!) the cheese was gooey and the sauce was to die for! I really wish the portion was bigger, but it wouldn't be diet food if it was :D

SO GOOD!!

I love how Nutrisystem makes their packaging-everything is labeled: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert or Snack. There is no second guessing, they make it easy to eat well. Their great variety of meals make it so you never get bored with your meals, and your palate is going to love the great tastes and flavors in each meal. This is not your mothers diet food-Nutristystem makes lunch DELICIOUS!!

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April 8, 2011

GourmetGiftBaskets.com Review and Giveaway!


I LOVE getting packages in the mail. There is just something exciting about it, even if you know what it is before you open it! And I love to send care packages to my family, knowing they will get that same joy from receiving a package too!
I'm teaming up again with GourmetGiftBaskets.com and this time I got to review a really fun basket. GourmetGiftBaskets.com has an awesome selection of Care Package Gift Baskets. These baskets are perfect to send to a child away at college, or an Aunt who is recovering from surgery, or your nephew who just graduated kindergarten! Whatever the occasion, you're bound to find something that will brighten someones day!

I received the Deluxe Summer Fun Camp Care package. I thought this would be perfect for my boys. They see package after package come for me in the mail, and I can tell they wish something would come for them. So I didn't tell them it was coming, and when we got back from our trip to MI, I surprised them with this care package as a way of saying thank you for being such good boys on this trip!
My 20 month old goes straight for the ball :D But my 4 year old LOVED everything else! First he put together the toy plane, and then we tried out the temporary tattoos and bubbles!
This is the perfect gift basket to send not only to a little one away at camp, but anytime!
Gourmetgiftbaskets.com has so much to offer, this is my go to place for gifts, especially those hard to buy for people! You can't go wrong with a well made, high quality gift basket that has been put together just perfectly

Buy it: Check out the amazing selection of Care Package baskets that Gourmetgiftbaskets.com has to offer!

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