wishing penny: October 2009

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Amazing Grace

When we've been here ten thousand years
Bright shining as the sun.
We've no less days to sing God's praise
Than when we've first begun.

I love you my Pawpaw

"WHAT THE DOG SAW" by Malcolm Gladwell 5 Winners!!

What is the difference between choking and panicking? Why are there dozens of varieties of mustard-but only one variety of ketchup? What do football players teach us about how to hire teachers? What does hair dye tell us about the history of the 20th century?

In the past decade, Malcolm Gladwell has written three books that have radically changed how we understand our world and ourselves: The Tipping Point; Blink; and Outliers. Now, in What the Dog Saw, he brings together, for the first time, the best of his writing from TheNew Yorker over the same period.

Here is the bittersweet tale of the inventor of the birth control pill, and the dazzling inventions of the pasta sauce pioneer Howard Moscowitz. Gladwell sits with Ron Popeil, the king of the American kitchen, as he sells rotisserie ovens, and divines the secrets of Cesar Millan, the "dog whisperer" who can calm savage animals with the touch of his hand. He explores intelligence tests and ethnic profiling and "hindsight bias" and why it was that everyone in Silicon Valley once tripped over themselves to hire the same college graduate.

"Good writing," Gladwell says in his preface, "does not succeed or fail on the strength of its ability to persuade. It succeeds or fails on the strength of its ability to engage you, to make you think, to give you a glimpse into someone else's head."What the Dog Saw is yet another example of the buoyant spirit and unflagging curiosity that have made Malcolm Gladwell our most brilliant investigator of the hidden extraordinary.

It looks like a fun , "thinker" of a read.

You can purchase a copy of this book at Amazon.com , or ...

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5 lucky winners will each win a copy of this book - thank you Hachette Book Groups :)

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Tell me, what YOU think the dog saw :) I could use a good laugh right now :)

EXTRAS:

*enter to win a pair of UGG boots (simple 2 step entry) (5 bonus entries)

* follow Wishing Penny blog

* blog this post & leave a link

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* follow me @ Twitter & tweet this contest - RT @Jamaise Win a copy of "WHAT THE DOG SAW" by Malcolm Gladwell 5 WINNERS!!!! http://bit.ly/k8YW0

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Giveaway will end on November 2nd at 11 :59 am EST. Winner will be selected using Random .org. I will email the winner & you will have 48 hours to reply back before I draw a new winner . Please remember to leave me your email address if it is not visible on your profile so that I can contact you if you win. Good luck to everyone :)))

Disclaimer: Hachette Book Groups provided me with a review copy, and will provide five copies for five winners. These views are my own , I was not paid for this review.

Old El Paso "El Tacodor" prize pack GIVEAWAY

As if Taco Night wasn´t the best night of the week already, Old El Paso is giving it a whole new flare. El TacodorTM, the world´s only Family Taco Night Game, is a fun and easy way to keep your family laughing at the dinner table. Challenge family members to quick fire trivia, wordplay and pantomime, and share a laughter filled night at home.

It´s easy to play the El Tacodor Dinner Game. All you need are Old El Paso® taco fixings and a FREE game-ready El Tacodor Pack which includes instructions, a scorecard and a challenge sheet which you can download at http://www.eltacodor.com/, starting on Friday, October 2nd.

Some examples of the challenges include:

Crunch Time: Name at least 10 animated movies within 1 minute

Meat-N-Greet: Name 5 things that you´d bring home from your favorite vacation place and let the table guess where you traveled

Lettuce Play: Act out different animals - no noises! Your partner must guess 3

Lime Light: Cheer, "We love tacos, yes we do! We love tacos, how `bout you?"

Say Cheese: Pronounce the name of everyone at the table backwards!

BONUS* Enter the Old El Paso El Tacodor Sweepstakes for your chance to win $5,000 just for having fun with your family.El Tacodor is the world's only Family Taco Game Night that keeps everyone at the table. The more you play and participate, the more entries you earn. Just make sure your always logged in to get your entry points.Grand Prize: $5,000 (holy frijoles !).Two $300 prizes each month.15 Old El Paso gift certificates each week (good for your next Family Taco Night).

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One reader will win the "El Tacodor" prize pack which includes - information and a link to the El Tacodor game, as well as (2) two coupons to purchase Old El Paso dinner kits and a $10 gift card to purchase any additional meal needs (i.e. meat, cheese, lettuce, etc). Dinner compliments of Old El Paso and MyBlogSpark!!

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Tell me your favorite part of Taco Night with your family. My kids would be happy if taco night were every night!

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Giveaway will end on November 1st at 11 :59 am EST. Winner will be selected using Random .org. I will email the winner & you will have 48 hours to reply back before I draw a new winner . Please remember to leave me your email address if it is not visible on your profile so that I can contact you if you win. Good luck to everyone :)))

Disclaimer: BlogSpark provided me this prize pack to review, and one for a winner. These views are my own , I was not paid for this review.

Win Michael Buble New Release " Crazy Love" - Now in Stores!

So I've finally got Harry feeling better and he's decided to go home. Thank you all for entering to win his new Cd release - I couldn't have done it without you :)

Now I have a another cute little treat for you all. Please, help me prevent him from getting upset like Harry did, and enter to win his new release "Crazy Love".

This is fun music. I've always liked the sounds of Michael Buble, but I rarely treat myself to a Cd. I am really glad I own this one.

Picture this - Indian Summer, windows open - nice breeze, me cooking dinner, little one lying on the floor coloring, Crazy Love playing through the house. Perfect.

Album Tracklisting:

1. Cry Me A River

2. All Of Me

3. Georgia On My Mind

4. Crazy Love

5. Haven't Met You Yet

6. All I Do Is Dream Of You

7. Hold On

8. Heartache Tonight

9. You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You

10. Baby (You've Got What It Takes)

11. At This Moment

12. Stardust

13. Whatever It Takes (bonus track)

Sounds good huh? Yeah it is.

You can purchase a copy of Crazy Love at Amazon

WIN IT!!

One lucky reader will win a copy of Crazy Love :)

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Just visit the Michael Buble site and tell me why you'd like to win his new Cd :)

EXTRAS

*enter to win a pair of UGG boots (simple 2 step entry) (5 bonus entries)

* follow Wishing Penny blog

* blog this post & leave a link

* grab my button

* follow me @ Twitter & tweet this contest - RT @Jamaise Win a copy of "Crazy Love" the new CD release from Michael Buble http://bit.ly/Nkv1V

*Favorite me at Technorati

Giveaway will end on November 1st at 11 :59 am EST. Winner will be selected using Random .org. I will email the winner & you will have 48 hours to reply back before I draw a new winner . Please remember to leave me your email address if it is not visible on your profile so that I can contact you if you win. Good luck to everyone :)))

Thank you so much to One2One Network for providing a review copy of this CD for me and one for the winner of this contest. I was not paid for this review.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Yoplait YoPlus Light "Get Healthy" Prize Pack Giveaway

When juggling a hectic schedule of everyday life, it may be difficult to find the time for foods that will help keep you feeling on track. But, that doesn´t have to be the case anymore with the help of YoPlus Light yogurt, a quick, healthy snack that also helps regulate your digestive system without compromising calorie intake or taste!

With only 70 calories, YoPlus Light contains a special blend of probiotic cultures, 3 grams of natural dietary fiber and the same great taste you expect from Yoplait. Even better, YoPlus Light is now available in three new delicious flavors - Key Lime Pie, Honey Vanilla and Strawberry Banana - and is already available in supermarkets nationwide.

I love the Yoplait Yoplus digestive yogurt. You don't find added fiber in most probiotic yogurts. Improper digestion can lead to all sorts of health issues, so anything that aids digestion, is definitely a plus in my book. Yoplus is gluten free and uses whole milk not treated with rBST/rBGH (growth hormones).

Additionally, you can now download a $1.00 off coupon for YoPlus Light here: http://bricks.coupons.com/bstart.asp?o=57800&ci=1&c=GM&p=4XeBjIEi

WIN IT!!!

To help you maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle, one lucky winner will receive a "Get Healthy" gift pack that includes a stylish sports bag, sports towel, ear buds and two free coupons* for any flavor of the new YoPlus Light yogurt. WOO HOO!

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Tell me your tips for maintaining healthy digestion.

EXTRAS:

*enter to win a pair of UGG boots (simple 2 step entry) (5 bonus entries)

* follow Wishing Penny blog

* blog this post & leave a link

* grab my button

* follow me @ Twitter & tweet this contest - RT @Jamaise Win a Yoplait "GetHealthy" Prize Pack http://bit.ly/5SIZD #giveaway #glutenfree

*Favorite me at Technorati

Giveaway will end on October 26th at 11 :59 am EST. Winner will be selected using Random .org. I will email the winner & you will have 48 hours to reply back before I draw a new winner . Please remember to leave me your email address if it is not visible on your profile so that I can contact you if you win. Good luck to everyone :)))

Disclaimer: BlogSpark provided me this prize pack to review, and I am under no obligation to write a review of the product. I am not under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free prize pack.

What Has Harry Ever Done To You?

I've got Harry over here at my Blog - he's so upset. You see, I'm offering a copy of this new release "Your Songs" and it's not getting many entries at all.

You know how crooners get when they're upset - oh it's bad. And next, I'll be offering Michael Buble's new release "Crazy Love" and I'm so scared there won't be a good turn out for that giveaway - Lord, I'll have two upset crooners over here.

I'm doing the best I can here people. I've baked cookies, patted him on the back lots, and let him know that I am really enjoying having his new CD, but he is really upset - I don't know what else to do.

It would make him really happy (and get him to leave my blog) if right after you read this, you'd come over and enter. I know you don't want a depressed Harry Connick coming over to YOUR blog (hint hint). I mean he might accidentally get directed over there & I would hate for that to happen ;(

So, I'm going to extend the entry date from the 17th to the 24th. Please, if you have a heart, please make a crooner happy and enter to win Harry Connick's new release "Your Songs". I mean, they are YOUR songs. Right?

*I just thought of one more thing I can do. We all love surprises, right? I am going to offer TWO extra giveaways within this giveaway. The winner of this wonderful CD, will also receive a fun surprise pack from me :) Then, I will draw a name from the remaining entries for a second surprise pack winner!! My surprise packs are fun too:) I'm only doing this because I've grown so fond of Harry while he's been here :)

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Tropical Traditions Organic Teeth Cleaner review & GIVEAWAY!!

See it hidden back there? Tropical Traditions Teeth Cleaner is a healthy alternative to fluoride toothpaste. That is a controversial subject that you can research and decide your stance. I personally feel that unwillingly put enough harmful stuff in my body, I most certainly do not want to willingly put any more in there.

This 100% natural cleaner for your teeth contains no fluoride and no foaming agents such as SLS. Along with Organic Virgin Coconut Oil, we have added other natural ingredients to clean your teeth naturally and help keep them white.

Without the non foaming agents, it is a change from what you're used to. The first few times you use it, you'll feel like you need to add more to your brush. But the non foaming agents added to most toothpaste is just another chemical that you really don't need. I love it PURE. SIMPLE. GOODNESS

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One lucky winner will get to try Tropical Traditions Organic Teeth Cleaner!!

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Subscribe to Tropical Traditions Newsletter

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*enter to win a pair of UGG boots (simple 2 step entry) (5 bonus entries)

* follow Wishing Penny blog

* blog this post & leave a link (3 extra entries)

* grab my button

* follow me @ Twitter & tweet this contest -RT @Jamaise Win a bottle of Tropical Traditions Organic Teeth Cleaner - healthy toothpaste :) http://bit.ly/nA0n7

*Favorite me at Technorati

*Hop over to Sweeps4Bloggers and enter to win a Tropical Traditions Aluminum-Free Deodorant - buy hurry! ends 10/17/09 ( 3 extra points)

Giveaway will end on October 24th at 11 :59 am EST. Winner will be selected using Random .org. I will email the winner & you will have 48 hours to reply back before I draw a new winner . Please remember to leave me your email address if it is not visible on your profile so that I can contact you if you win. Good luck to everyone :)))

Thank you so much to Tropical Traditions for providing a review product for me and one for the winner of this contest. I was not paid for this review. Views are my own.

Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provides select bloggers with free samples of products to review, and these bloggers are under no obligation to write a review of the product. If they chose to review the product, they are not under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product samples.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Harry Connick Jr "Your Songs" New CD Release Review & GIVEAWAY!!

Your Songs is a studio album by American multi-platinum selling recording Jazz artist Harry Connick, Jr., released by Sony Music. The album was released on September 22nd. The album is a collaboration with Connick and record producer Clive Davis. This is Harry's 25th album!

This is a fun CD! All the tracks are songs you know and can sing along to, with Harry's smooth like butta crooner touch.

01. All The Way (Frank Sinatra)
02. Just The Way You Are (Billy Joel)
03. Cant Help Falling In Love With You (Elvis)
04. And I Love Her (The Beatles)
05. (They Long To Be) Close To You (The Carpenters)
06. Besame Mucho (Kiss Me Much)
07. The Way You Look Tonight (Fred Astaire)
08. First Time Ever I Saw Your Face (Roberta Flack)
09. Your Song (Elton John)
10. Some Enchanted Evening (from "South Pacific")
11. And I Love You So (Don McLean)
12. Who Can I Turn To (Tony Bennett)
13. Smile (Charlie Chaplin)
14. Mona Lisa (Nat King Cole)

See what I mean! All classic songs, ones I remember around the house growing up - it was fun to rediscover them on this CD.

Although I might not listen to this CD everyday, it is wonderful mood music and I'm glad I own it. It's the perfect music to have playing while cooking a big meal, with friends and family around. I might have to throw a dinner party just to try out my theory!

Be sure to check out Harry's website (listen to me - first name basis here) - http://www.harryconnickjr.com/
And his Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/harryconnickjr

Now for the fun part!

WIN IT!!!

One lucky reader will win a copy of Harry Connick Jr "Your Songs" !!

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Become a fan at Harry's (there I go again) Facebook

EXTRAS:

*enter to win a pair of UGG boots (simple 2 step entry) (5 bonus entries)

* follow Wishing Penny blog

* blog this post & leave a link

* grab my button

* follow me @ Twitter & tweet this contest -RT @Jamaise Win a copy of Harry Connick Jr's new CD - "Your Songs" great mood music http://bit.ly/32a7E

*Favorite me at Technorati

Giveaway will end on October 17th at 11 :59 am EST. Winner will be selected using Random .org. I will email the winner & you will have 48 hours to reply back before I draw a new winner . Please remember to leave me your email address if it is not visible on your profile so that I can contact you if you win. Good luck to everyone :)))

Thank you so much to One2One Network for providing a review copy of this CD for me and one for the winner of this contest. I was not paid for this review.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks"Simple Joys" Prize Pack GIVEAWAY!!

This is a fun giveaway Brought to you by My Blog Spark! I let Juju open the package when it arrived - he was happy as a bee :) I've never had a yo-yo he said. A yo-yo and fruit snacks! What more could you ask for ?! See why it's called "Simple Joys"? The package made his day. We played pick -up sticks and his Dad and he had fun learning to yo-yo.

Fruit snacks are a staple in our house. My niece Haylie just expects that I always have them in stock. Once I didn't have them when she came over, you would have thought there was something majorly wrong in the world! Again, a simple joy, all I have to do is keep fruit snacks around.

Our favorite brand of fruit snack is Betty Crocker. I personally like the texture better than the other major brand. Juju likes the fun shapes they offer. Like the create-a-bug ones that came in our pack, he has fun designing is own creepy bug, showing mom, and then gobbling them up. More "simple joy"!

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks provide a major joy for me - they are gluten free, which means a nice yummy, simple snack that I can always depend on. I so love Betty Crocker :)

We had fun with this one and the great people at My Blog Spark would like to share this simple joy with one of you!

WIN IT!!

One lucky reader will win a fun Fruit Snack Prize Pack like the one pictured above.

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Share with me one of your simple joys :)

EXTRAS:

*enter to win a pair of UGG boots (simple 2 step entry) (5 bonus entries)

* follow Wishing Penny blog

* blog this post & leave a link

* grab my button

* follow me @ Twitter & tweet this contest - jamaise RT @Jamaise Win a Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks "Simple Joys" Prize Pack http://bit.ly/4uZkmN #giveaway #glutenfree

*Favorite me at Technorati

Giveaway will end on October 16th at 11 :59 am EST. Winner will be selected using Random .org. I will email the winner & you will have 48 hours to reply back before I draw a new winner . Please remember to leave me your email address if it is not visible on your profile so that I can contact you if you win. Good luck to everyone :)))