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Monday, August 18, 2014

Back-to-School Palooza Giveaway

Welcome to the

Back-to-School Giveaway Palooza

Hosted & Organized by: Failing Perfect

Co-hosted by: Here We Go Again, Ready?, Intelligent Domestications, Heartbeats ~ Soul Stains, Spaceships and Laser Beams, Peace and Chaos, and The More The Merrier

I can't believe it's that time of year again! It's time to get those kids ready to go back to school. It seems like just yesterday when we were looking forward to the start of summer. Because we love our readers - and their kids - we want to help you get ready for back-to-school by helping one lucky reader get the year started with a bang. That is why we teamed up with our blogger friends and a few generous sponsors to bring you the chance to win this fantastic giveaway! One winner is going to receive a prize package worth over $430! This giveaway includes something for everyone in the family from preschoolers through college students. Here is what is included:

Kindle Fire HD 7" Tablet, Wifi, 16 GB & $100 Target Gift Card from Failing Perfect (Retail Value: $269.00)
Personalized Lunch Box & Personalized Backpack from Dibsies Personalization Station (Retail Value: $78.00)
$50 Zazzle Gift Code from Zazzle
Hot Dots Laugh It Up! Math Vocabulary Cards for grades 1-3, Hot Dots Reading Informational Text for grades 4-6, Hot Dots Pen, & GeoSafari Jr. My First Microscope for ages 3+ from Educational Insights(Retail Value: $79.95)
The winner's choice of one activity kit: I Can Bead, Lace, Rip, Trace!, I Can Pound!, I Can Build Uppercase! or I Can Build Lowercase! from Fundanoodle (Retail Value: $32.99)

Back-to-School Palooza Giveaway: The Details

Giveaway will begin on August 18th, 2014 and will end at 11:59 PM, Mountain Time (US) on September 2nd, 2014.
Open to residents in the continental US, 18 years or older.
One entrant per household.
Void where prohibited by law.
No purchase necessary to enter or win.
Winner will have 24 Hours to respond to winner notification email, or prize will be forfeited and another winner will be chosen.
Winner will be chosen via random.org.
The winning entry will be verified.
Sponsors will be individually responsible for prize fulfillment.

If you agree to the above terms, then enter using the Giveaway Form below. Good Luck!!

What a great prize package, wouldn't mind winning this myself. MarksvilleandMe wishes everyone who enters Good Luck!

Good Luck!

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe did not receive compensation and is not responsible for prize fulfillment. This post may contain affiliate links. By participating in the Sweepstakes, each entrant unconditionally accepts and agrees to comply with and abide by these rules and the decisions of Failing Perfect ("Sponsor"), which shall be final and binding in all respects. Failing Perfect is responsible for the collection, submission or processing of Entries and the overall administration of the giveaway. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram, andor any other social media. Please contact michelle@failingperfect.com with any questions, comments or problems related to the Sweepstakes.

If you would like your product or service featured on a similar giveaway, contact michelle@failingperfect.com for more information.

Be sure to check out Failing Perfect's other current giveaways.

Perfect Sleep Mask Giveaway

Do You Need To Improve Your Sleep?

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Perfect Sleep Mask with Ear Plugs:

Flexible, durable and easily connected in the back by velcro strips
Super light weight, but with sturdy construction and Comfortable - Excellent for travel
Comes with Earplugs which stay with the mask, so they don't get lost or misplaced.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee and 90-days money back Warranty - No Questions asked Policy.
Block out light from all directions to help you relax and fall asleep more quickly and easily.

Product Description:

Have you ever purchased a sleep mask that let the light in, was uncomfortable and worst of all, broke after a few uses? Or do you struggle to sleep at night due to your partner watching TV or reading or even during the day due to your shift working hours?

Problem Solved!

With the Perfect Sleep Mask, you can block out the light and get to sleep quickly.

Get the Best with Perfect Sleep Mask

It's the perfect solution to ensure that you get a good night's sleep and wake up feeling refreshed the next day.

Get The Benefits of the Perfect Sleep/Eye Mask

-It blocks out the light

-It is soft and feather light

-Ideal for men, women and children

-Adjustable straps to fit all head sizes

-Perfect for shift workers or a nap during the day

-Easily fits into your bag

-Has a fast and convenient velcro fastener

-Includes Free Earplugs

-The strap has 2 holders for your ear plugs, so they never get lost or misplaced

-Hand washable with warm water

Their Guarantee To You.

Your satisfaction is top priority. If for any reason you are not 100% happy with your purchase, they have a 90-day, money back guarantee. They will refund the full price of your order. No questions asked.

My Thoughts:

First, I must admit that I am a snorer and extremely sensitive to light. Waking every morning just as the first rays of light begin streaming in my bedroom whether I needed to be up or not left me wishing on more than one occasion that I could sleep past seven.

I put my new sleep mask on, gave the earplugs to my sweetheart, and drifted off to sleep. Thanks to the Perfect Sleep Mask I slept until 8:30 this morning! For the first time in years my sleep wasn't disturbed by the light waking me up. I felt rested, too. I didn't get nudged throughout the night telling me to turn over that I was snoring.

I am very happy with the Perfect Sleep Mask with Ear Plugs and would recommend it to anyone that their sleep is disturbed by light and/or sound.

Giveaway Details:

Five lucky readers will win a Perfect Sleep Mask with Earplugs

Dates: August 18 - September 21
List Price: $26.95 each
Approximate Retail Value of all 5 is $135

Chances of winning depend on entries received.
Open to US residents 18 years and older
Winning entry will be verified
Winner has 48 hours to reply to the notification email or another winner may be selected

Each winner will have to write a small review on Amazon before they send the coupon code. It can be something as simple as "I'm happy to receive a Perfect Sleep Mask to try and will post my results soon"

Nice for those who need a little help sleeping well at night. This might be the same review I will be doing soon so check back if you don't win this time for my review and giveaway. MarksvilleandMe wishes everyone who enters Good Luck!
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PaulaMS received one or more of the products mentioned above for free to facilitate this review. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Sunday, August 17, 2014

TruFan Lemonade Stand

#TruFanStand Free Lemonade

sponsored by

MarksvilleandMe

Truvia

I was so glad to be picked to host a #TruFanStand. Above you can see the items they sent me and below a better view of the items.

My kit included:

One Package of Truvia Spoonable

One Package of Truvia Baking Blend

4 pairs of Truvia sun glasses 2 adult and 2 chldrens

Ten Truvia Plastic Cups

One $10.00 Giftly Gift card to purchase other products needed for Lemonade stand.

I used a recipe from Paula Dean which you can find here.

I altered it to incorporate Truvia.

Paual Dean's Lemonade recipe made with Truvia

Ingredients

2/3 cup plus 3 Tablespoons of Truvia
1 cup hot water
2 cups fresh lemon juice
1 gallon cold water

Mix sugar with hot water until dissolved. Squeeze fresh lemons until you have 2 cups worth, add to sugar water mix. I strained mine through a mesh strainer so no seeds got into the water. Then add cold water until you reach 1 full gallon. Serve over ice, with a sprig of mint.

We didn't use the mint.

I found this a bit sweet. Sorry Paula I guess us Northern fold like things a bit more tart, but it was delicious, will sure make this again, but with less sugar, might even replace my CountryTime mix.

Above you can see the lemons and decorations I purchased with my gift card.

The sign and table are ready so we were able to open up. Luckily we had our towns community day which meant lots of people to serve Lemonade made from Truvia to.

I apologize but the sun was bright so everyone looks mean but we were really in a good mood.

I didn't want to put up pictures of the other people who stopped by to get some free lemonade without their permission so I took pictures of my daughters, one of their friends, and me. I really enjoyed using Truvia in our lemonade and was so glad that there was no aftertaste.

I did bake a cake using the recipe from Truvia for Chocolate Cupcakes with Truvía® Baking Blend

I used regular chocolate and caramel sauce for the top. Again the cake tasted wonderful. Less Calories without loosing the taste you expect from a cake. Yummy.

You can become a #TruFan

Here

You can find out more about Truvia on:

Disclosure: MarksvilleandMe was provided free products and a gift card to purchase items to host a #TruFan Lemonade Stand, from Truvia and Crowdtap. All opinions are our own. If your company would like me to do a review for your product please contact MarksvilleandMe at MarksvilleandMe@gmail.com.

#TruFanStand

CVS Giveaway

CVS Mom's Morning Essentials Giveaway 8/17-9/14

Thank you for joining us in this event sponsored by our friends at CVS. This giveaway is hosted by: MyPoshMedia | PoshonaBudget | PlusSizePosh | Freebies Codes Coupons and Deals From getting the kids ready in the morning to heading off to work, Moms can definitely have some busy mornings, and it’s important that they have all the essentials they need! With Gold Emblem, a snack line exclusively available at CVS/pharmacy, Moms can pick through a variety of products like coffee or tea, coffee creamer, cereal and granola bars. The line is available at CVS/pharmacy locations nationwide, and offers a variety of affordable snacks that don’t sacrifice taste!

Check out the “Mom’s Morning Essential”

Five winners will win a prize pack! · CVS Gold Emblem Coffee Creamer Original · CVS Gold Emblem Select Breakfast Blend Single Serve Cups, Light Roast · VS Gold Emblem Select French Roast Single Serve Cups, Dark Roast · CVS Gold Emblem Select French Roast, Dark Roast · CVS Gold Emblem Select Toasted Hazelnut Coffee, Light Roast · Gold Emblem Red Berries Cereal

I didn't even know that CVS has their own brand of items. Guess I should go in and check out the store more often. When I go in I just look at clearance merchandise. MarksvilleandMe wishes everyone who enters Good Luck!

Entry -Form

Disclosure/Disclaimer: Marksvilleandme or any other site associated with this event has in no way been compensated for the preceding information. This giveaway is valid where allowed by law, open to anyone in the United States who is over 18 years of age. Five winners will be randomly selected on 9/14/14, notified via email, and will have until 9/16/14 to reply. If there is no reply another winner will be randomly selected.