Life is like a sandcastle something beautiful here for awhile & then gone, but the impression it makes on others can last forever.

Friday, February 28, 2014

Sweepstakes Naturepedic 2 in 1 Organic Ultra Twin Mattress

Welcome to the Naturepedic 2 in 1 Organic Ultra Twin Mattress Giveaway!
Sleep may come more easily with a Naturepedic 2 in 1 Organic Ultra Twin Mattress. This could be what we need for the boys bunk beds. Who could use one in your house?

When thinking about a great mattress for kids, there are several things to consider. You want to be sure that it will be easy to clean, non-toxic, but also comfortable. Renae from Mostly Together Mommy was able to review the Naturepedic 2 in 1 Organic Ultra Twin Mattress and found all of these great things in one mattress! Be sure to check out the full review here.

One lucky reader is going to win their own twin 2 in 1 mattress! To enter, simply use the Rafflecopter form below. One entrant per household please! This giveaway will end on March 21, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. CST. Winners will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond, or another winner will be drawn.

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*This blog has not been compensated to promote this giveaway. This giveaway is in no way affiliated with Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest. The sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Giveaway Linky Thursday 2/27/14


Thanks for joining in this week's giveaway linky for blog giveaways only, no businesses or contest entries. Check out the List of current giveaways on the left side bar. 
1. Fountain Jet Starter Set 2/28
2. Acer C720 Chromebook (ARV: $199) 2/26
3. Epiphanie Bags Up to $225 value! 2/26
4. #WBValentine DVD 2/27
5. $100 Amazon Gift Card 2/28
6. Stacked Heart Necklace 2/28
7. Ninja Mega Kitchen System 2/28
8. Ecents Aromatherapy Gift Basket 3/15
9. Little Tikes Deluxe 2-in-1 Cozy Roadster 3/2
10. Baby Nari's Baby Hip Hugger 3/15
11. iCoffee Maker 3/10

Monday, February 24, 2014

Sweepstakes iCoffee Maker

Welcome to the iCoffee Giveaway!

Sponsored by iCoffee

Hosted by Mostly Together Mommy
I need a cup of coffee in the morning to get me going. Since being a busy mom, I crave the start to my day. Most coffee makers use a drip system, which can compact the coffee grounds and bring out too much of the bitterness of the beans. In contrast, the iCoffee by Remington machine steams the grounds, before using hot water jets to stir the grounds, extracting the maximum amount of great flavor.

You can read a full review of this great machine from Mostly Together Mommy.

The iCoffee Brewer can be found at many major retailers and retails for $170. One lucky winner will be taking home their own iCoffee maker! To enter, simply use the Rafflecopter form below. This giveaway will end on March 10, 2014. Good luck!

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*This blog has not been compensated to promote this giveaway. This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter. The sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Saturday, February 22, 2014

Sweepstakes Baby Nari's Baby Hip Hugger


Hosted by: Easy Green Mama
Co-hosted by: bloggieaway
Sponsored by: Baby Nari
I always preferred a more secure kid carrier than a sling thing. I would cringe to see people using them. This is one like I would have more than likely used and Easy Green Mama recently had the opportunity to review the Baby Hip Hugger Eco Plus Set. Check out Easy Green Mama's Review Here.

 Baby Nari's Baby Hip hugger is The PERFECT SOLUTION for holding your baby! It allows our babies to walk, get picked up and put down to walk again seemlessly! The Baby Hip Hugger is an easier, more comfortable way to carry your child. It is an essential product for a mother or anyone else that carries a child for a long period of time. It is recommended for babies 4 months – 36 months of age and they must be able to sit on their own, up to 40lbs. For a hands free option for the Baby Hip Hugger you can add the Eco Plus straps! This is sold separately.


  Features:
  • Fast and Easy to use.
  • Designed for Comfort.
  • Durable wide Velcro straps with safety buckles.
  • Multiple sitting options.
  • Durable light weight material with soft padded foam for comfort.
  • Non slip heart shaped material and raised back to help your child stay in place.
To learn more or purchase visit Baby Nari's website.
Connect with Baby Nari on Facebook.
Enter to win 1 Baby Hip Hugger Eco Plus!
One winner will receive a Baby Hip Hugger Eco Plus in their choice of color, valued at $139.99!
This giveaway is open to US residents, 18+ only.
The giveaway will end at 11:59 pm CST on 3/15.
Disclosure: This blog and Easy Green Mama are not responsible for prize shipment, as this is a sponsored prize from Baby Nari. We were not compensated in any way for promotion of this giveaway. Easy Green Mama received the above mentioned item, in exchange for an honest review. Our opinions are not influenced in any way. Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and any other social media are not affiliated with this giveaway. If you have any questions please contact the host of this giveaway at amber@easygreenmama.com.

Thursday, February 20, 2014

Giveaway Linky Thursday 2/20/14




Thanks for joining in this week's giveaway linky for blog giveaways only, no businesses or contest entries. Check out the List of current giveaways on the left side bar. 
1. 5 Winners up to 13 games 2/23  
2. Fountain Jet Starter Set 2/28  
3. Acer C720 Chromebook (ARV: $199) 2/26  
4. Epiphanie Bags Up to $225 value! 2/26    
5. #WBValentine DVD 2/27  
6. $100 Amazon Gift Card 2/28  
7. Stacked Heart Necklace 2/28  
8. Ninja Mega Kitchen System 2/28  
9. Ecents Aromatherapy Gift Basket 3/15  
10. Little Tikes Deluxe 2-in-1 Cozy Roadster 3/2  
11. Hasbro The Game of Life 2/20  . .

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Ticket Blaster @chuckecheese #RipItSipItWinIt

We celebrated the best Family Valentine's Day together at Chuck E. Cheese. It was the day my children's wishes & dreams came true. My children have been dealing with illness, my oldest strep was resistant to antibiotics. At home along sick on his B-day he dreamed of having a party at Chuck E. Cheese and a chance in the fascinating ticket blaster. It would be hard to get friends and family to the location since it's about 2 1/2 hour drive away.

My husband & I planned a surprise visit on Valentine's Day and Chuck E. Cheese helped his dream come true. Little brother & him got in to the ticket blaster. They said it was the best day ever. Chuck E. Cheese thank you for this dream come true and every memory made that day for our family.
The children was excited to play #RipItSipItWinIt we won tickets. Our family visits Chuck E. Cheese every chance we can to have family fun.

See the boys in the Ticket Blaster


Disclosure: Chuck E. Cheese provide my boys with a Ticket Blaster experience. No other compensation was received. Our family sharing a family fun day.

Sunday, February 16, 2014

Sweepstakes Little Tikes Deluxe 2-in-1 Cozy Roadster

Nothing like the smiles on little faces when they get their first set of wheels. The little giggles of excitement and joy. So glad to join in this event & share a chance for someone to hit the road with the Little Tikes Deluxe 2-in-1 Cozy Roadster! With the help of mom and dad, kids can zoom around in this fun character car!
Product Features
  • Shade canopy provides a shade with two cup holders
  • Real working horn
  • Quiet tires are durable for outdoor surfaces and gentle for indoor floors
  • Friendly character face
  • Adjustable handle can be attached to front and back of vehicle
  • Handle can be used for both pushing and pulling
  • For ages 1-4 years old

One lucky winner will receive a Deluxe 2-in-1 Cozy Roadster.

Organized by: Mom to Bed by 8. Giveaway ends March 2nd at 11:59pm, open to US residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck.
a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclaimer: The participating bloggers were not compensated for this post. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. No purchase is necessary to enter. One entrant per household. Void where prohibited by law. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this sweepstakes. My blog is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Contact teri@momtobedby8.com if you have any additional questions or comments.

Sweepstakes HASBRO The Game Of Life

Thanks to our wonderful sponsor for providing my family The Game of Life to review and giveaway. Links in this post will carry you to Hasbro to learn more about this game and more family fun games. Would you believe I'd never played The Game of Life before. True this game takes a little work and time to get through. My 7 year caught on very quickly with the guidance of my husband helping him through. He was laughing saying he wanted a whole car full of babies. 

Like most children they enjoyed spinning the spinner. Must say spin slower when your dots on there or they go flying. Make sure you have ample time when you start to play, you need patience for beginners.  

Just like real life there is many twist and turns. Money comes and money goes, families expand and bills are due. Basically you want to be the richest person retiring at the end of the game. We had a great time playing The Game of Life.
Sponsor info: Age: 8+; Players: 2-4; Available: Now; Approximate Retail Price: $19.99
Where will your choices take you? You made it through high school, so now what’s next? Go to college or start a career – it’s your choice. Think the family life is for you? Take that path and see how many kids you’ll have! Will you venture down the risky road where fortunes can be won…and lost? Do whatever it takes to retire in style with the most wealth at the end of the game. Spin the wheel of fate and take a drive along the twisting roads families have enjoyed for more than 50 years! Do good deeds as you go through the game to earn Life Tiles and more money down the road!
Thanks to our sponsor one US Winner will win The Game of Life. Ends Feb. 20, 2014 11:59pm.

Disclosure: Hasbro supplied game for my family and contest prize. Opinions from my family reflect our true feelings about the product. No other compensation was received.

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Saturday, February 15, 2014

Sweepstakes Ecents Aromatherapy Gift Basket

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The "Live Well" aromatherapy contest - sponsored by Ecents Aromatherapy
Prize is a "Live Well" (pictured) Aromatherapy gift basket from EScents

Feel Good. We are all meant to in life; it's in our nature.
When we feel good, we give more back to our planet and the people around us.
Escents Aromatherapy is founded on the idea that everyone should feel good, body and mind. For one person, it's about creating a personal oasis in which to relax. For another, it's about relieving headache pain to do the things they love. No matter the need, nature has the power to provide and nurture us. It is our most precious commodity. It gives in every way imaginable; nourishing and healing our bodies, stimulating our minds, and creating a truly soulful experience of life.
We strive to consider our nature, eco-system and planet in all of their activities and decisions. Working to serve and preserve it. Their journey to zero impact is ongoing and endless.

Nothing like relaxing and taking care of your self with a little pampering. Glad to join in this event and able to share with everyone.

Escents have kindly donated a live well gift basket for one lucky ContestPatti reader to win. To be in with a chance enter through the RaffleCopter form below. Good Luck!
a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclaimer Life Is A SandCastle is in no way responsible for prize fulfillment in this giveaway. Prize will be awarded by ContestPatti. If you have any questions or comments please contact Patti@ContestPatti.com

Sweepstakes Ninja Mega Kitchen System


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If you were to win the Ninja Mega Kitchen System, what would be the first thing you make with it? It would be milk shakes for my boys here or a smoothie. Good luck!!

Are you looking for a kitchen appliance that can literally do just about anything? Well a Ninja does deliver! You could be bringing home Ninja Mega Kitchen System. I love the Ninja and it has made some amazing recipes in my house from smoothies to gravy. It has been fantastic!
A revolutionary combination blender/food processor is the complete kitchen system with XL capacity that does it all. This kitchen gadget is a great choice for food prep!
FEATURES features single serve blending cups 10 ⅘" x 19 ½" x 15 ½" 16 lbs 72-oz. pitcher 8-cup processing bowl 1500 watts 2+ horse power metal/plastic/glass ETL listed wipe clean/dishwasher safe
What would you use your Ninja for the most!?
Want to check out the Ninja Mega Kitchen System for your self? CLICK HERE
GIVEAWAY
Open to US Residents only, 18 years or older. The winner will have 48 hours to respond via email once the winner annoucment post is posted on Itspeachykeen.com I am not responsible for prize fulfillment or mishaps that happen with shipping. Giveaway ends Feb. 28th Midnight EST.

Thursday, February 13, 2014

Sweepstakes $100 Amazon Gift Card 2/28

Life Is A SandCastle blog is joining in with a group of blogs for this promotion, for the benefit of our readers. Thanks for coming by to enter this great giveaway.
Hosted by:

Sponsored by:

Co-Hosted by:

One lucky winner will win 
a

Amazon Gift Card $100

Dates:
Feb 14  12:01am to Feb. 28 11:59pm
All entries are optional,
Continental US resident only

We appreciate the support of our sponsor, co-hosts and bloggers promoting, please show your support by following them on their social media pages.


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Disclaimer: Life Is A SandCastle is not responsible for the awarding of the prize.  If you have any questions about this giveaway, please email the host at nysavingspecials@gmail.com

Sweepstakes Stacked Heart Necklace


Stacked Heart Necklace Giveaway

Hosted by: Shatterlion

Giveaway runs February 14 - February 28th, US, 18+ ONLY

Disclosure: Life Is A SandCastle is not responsible for prize fulfillment. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or any other social media website. All entries are optional and all entries will be verified. If your entry is chosen as the winner and you didn't verify your FeedBurner Subscription, like a page, etc, a new winner will be chosen. The winner will be notified by e-mail and has 48 hours to claim the prize or a new winner will be chosen.

Sweepstakes Warner Bros. DVD Valentine's Day


Set back with your love and watch a feel good movie, Warner Bros. Valentine's Day Giveaway has just the selection to make your Valentines Day Special.  Sponsor provided this information and Giveaways for our readers, links and apps may to their site. February is the one month of the year where everyone has love on their minds! It’s can be romantic, it can be love for your children or parents or you could just be a movie lover! Check out the Valentine's Day Recipes & Valentine's Day Poems


Everyone has had a crush at some point in their lives, but do you know who your cartoon crush is? Is it Scooby-Doo? Charlie Brown? or maybe Bugs Bunny? Find out who you would be romantically perfect with! Valentine’s Day Recipes! When I think of movie night, the first thing I want to know is... What are the snacks? Here are three easy and fun recipe’s perfect for your Valentine!


Giveaway Rules:
Ends February 27th, 2014. Giveaway open to the U.S. only. Each household is only eligible to win One (1) Valentines Day DVD Chosen at Random via blog reviews and giveaways. Only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. The prize will be sent via FedEx or USPS. No P.O. Boxes please.

One of the following titles (Chosen at random) to award one lucky reader!
 Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown Deluxe Edition
 A Charlie Brown Valentine
 Bugs Bunny’s Cupid Capers
 Happiness is... Peanuts: Friends Forever
 Elmo Loves You
 Looney Tunes Pepe Le Pew Collection
 Scooby-Doo! 13 Spooky Tales: For The Love Of Snack

Disclosure: Warner Home Entertainment & PartenersHub supplied all information, graphics, and contest prize. No compensation was received. . a Rafflecopter giveaway .

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Giveaway Linky Thursday 2/13/14


Thanks for joining in this week's giveaway linky for blog giveaways only, no businesses or contest entries.

1. $500 Visa GC & 10-16X20 Canvas Prints 2/12 
2. 5 Winners up to 13 games 2/23 
3. Little Tikes Giddy Up 'n Go Pony 2/13 
4. Epiphanie Bags Up to $225 value! 2/26
5. Fountain Jet Starter Set 2/28
6. Acer C720 Chromebook (ARV: $199) 2/26
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Sweepstakes Epiphanie Bags

Welcome to the Epiphanie Bags Camera Bag Giveaway!

(Up to $225 value!)

Sponsored by: Epiphanie Bags

Hosted by: Savory Savings & Gloriously Green Gal

Co-hosted by: Bloggie Away, Contest Patti,
Dividing by Zero & Rainy Day Pennies

I love the color selection, don't you? Style and color does not always have to be traditional. Which one is your favorite? 

As an seasoned or budding photographer can tell you, hauling the equipment around is one of the hardest things!  You want a bag that will protect your gear, but at the same time isn’t too bulky, too narrow, too ugly – the list could go on and on!  Krista from Savory Savings and Gloriously Green Gal recently got to check out a camera bag from Epiphanie Bags.  This chic and usable camera bag, turned purse is just what she needed.  Check out Krista’s full camera bag review and see just how much stuff she could fit into this fun and functional bag!


If you are looking to replace your camera bag with something more user-friendly in both functionality and looks, check out Ephiphanie Bags!  Best part?  We’re giving one away!  One lucky US, 18+ winner will receive the Epiphanie Bags in-stock bag of their choice!  This giveaway will run from February 12, 2014 through February 26, 2014 at 11 PM CST. 

If you have won an Epiphanie giveaway on any blog in the last six months, you are not eligible to win.  All entries will be verified.  Winner will be emailed (consider adding gloriouslygreengal@gmail.com to your safe list) and will have 48 hours to respond or prize is forfeited and a new winner will be selected.
Good Luck!
Krista from Gloriously Green Gal/Savory Savings received products from this sponsor to facilitate her review, no other compensation was received. All participating blogs are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  This giveaway is in no way associated with social media sites including Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

Sweepstakes Acer C720 Chromebook 2/26

Welcome to the "Chromebook Giveaway Event" sponsored by Tip Hero and featuring some great bloggers!
So happy to be able to share such a great event. I love the freedom of a laptop, mine comes in handy traveling.

Need to replace your old laptop? We're giving away an Acer C720 Chromebook (ARV: $199) to one lucky winner! This giveaway begins on February 12th and will run until February 26th at 11:59pm US Eastern time. It will be open to residents of the US only, 18+. Winner may choose to receive a brand new Acer C720 Chromebook or its value's equivalent in an Amazon gift card. Use the PromoSimple form below to enter, and make sure that you take advantage of the many entries you can gain. Also, be sure to come back daily for more chances to win. Good luck!
Disclosure: Life Is A SandCastle is not responsible for prize distribution. If you have any questions or concerns, please send an email to kira@tiphero.com. All entries are optional, but if the winner task is a task that you did not complete, a second winner will be chosen. Winners will be notified via email. If a winner does not respond within 48 hours of the time when the email is sent, another winner will be chosen.

Monday, February 10, 2014

Sweepstakes Fountain Jet Starter Set

Hosted by Conservamom
 
Making carbonated soda water and soft drinks just became simple! Don't settle for sodas that loose their flavor right away or come in plastic that you just toss once you've drank it all. Turn tap water into sparkling water in under 30 seconds, with no clean-up. Enjoy the freshness and convenience of homemade soda and protect the environment at the same time. With Fizz to your taste and add the flavor of your choice to make your favorite drink.
Simple to clean and reuse. With a variety of colors and silhouettes, you'll be sure to find a soda maker to match with any decor.

I've always been in favor of the plastic bottle reduction. One day I will have to see this home fizz drink for myself. I know my kids would get a kick out of making their own drink. I think I would probably like the Ginger Ale the best, what would be your preference?

Not only will you fall in love with the ease and convenience of this product but you will definitely enjoy the huge variety of flavors from their Natural line to Diet line, everyone in your family will find a favorite!
To find out more about this fantastic product, head over to Conservamom's Page for her review!
One lucky reader will win their very own starter kit
This set includes:
Fountain Jet – winner’s choice of color (black/silver, red/silver or white)
- 1 carbonating bottle, reusable for up to 3 years
- Reusable carbonator to fizz up to 60L of soda
- Variety 6-pack of popular sample-size flavors
- 3 full-sized flavors of the winner’s choice
Retail value: $99.99
Giveaway open to US residents only. Ends on 2/28 at 11:59pm.
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Disclosure: This blog is not responsible for the fullfilment of prize, Conservamom was compensated either by free product or payment. I have not been compensated for this post. This giveaway is in no way associated with, sponsored, administered, or endorsed by Facebook, Twitter, Google, Pinterest or any other social media network.All opinions and experiences are my own. Open to the US, must be 18+. Confirmed Winner(s) will be contacted by email and have 48 hours to respond before a new winner will be drawn. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of the giveaway. Sponsor will be responsible for prize fulfillment. The disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. For questions you can contact Elia At Conservamom

Saturday, February 8, 2014

Blogger Opp. EScents Gift Basket

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will be hosting the "Live Well" aromatherapy contest - sponsored by:
Prize is a "Live Well" Aromatherapy gift basket from EScents
The Contest is open to Canada & the US
Free and paid options are available as well as, host, co-host & secret word page options
Sign-ups close Feb 10th, HTML sent Feb 12th Contest Live Fen 15th

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Giveaway Linky Thursday 2/06/14


Thanks for joining in this week's giveaway linky for blog giveaways only, no businesses or contest entries.


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Blogger Opp. Chromebook

Tip Hero’s Chromebook Giveaway Event
 Sign-ups are now open for Tip Hero’s latest giveaway event!

  • Event is free to join for bloggers who a.) have Facebook pages with at least 5,000 likes and b.) post an announcement on their blog. If you don't wish to post the announcement, please send the $5 non-post fee to tiphero@gmail.com
  • You'll receive 1 free link for participating (either Twitter or Pinterest)
  • Additional links (RSS/Email, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest) are available for $5 each. Facebook links are now available for $15 each.
  • Sign-ups for this event close on February 10th
  • Event runs from February 13th - February 26th
  • Prize: Acer C720 Chromebook (ARV: $199)
Please send all payments to tiphero@gmail.com as a "gift" via PayPal. Sign up for this event here.

Monday, February 3, 2014

Easy Shrimp Pot Pie

Key Word - PIE
Asking my husband what would be good for dinner, he said I'm in mood for a Shrimp Pot Pie. So I've never made one with shrimp. We decided what we wanted in it and off to the store he goes to pick it up. Tasty, fast and easy.

MIX:
Can Cream of Celery
Can Calm Chowder Soup
Chopped Up 30/60 Shrimp according to size
1/4 cup cheese
Can Veg-all
little Old Bay Seasoning
Salt & Pepper
Chives
Can Biscuits Topping or mix your own dough for topping. Baked on 350 for about 45 minutes.