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  Blog Carnival: Review Bloggers 20th Edition

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  72 days ago in This Full House Reviews · Authority: 47

  Welcome to the May 12, 2008 Edition of the Review Bloggers Carnival! It's no secret. I like getting stuff. I like writing about the stuff that we like and perhaps make my family's life a little easier. Especially, if it works! Or, I haven't managed to break it...YET! Do you have a review blog - or, perhaps found a product (or, service) that you really, really like and you're aching to share with the rest of the blogosphere - then, you may be interested to learn that the Review Bloggers Carnival has come to This Full House! Clean off a chair and come on in - mi casa, y su casa - as we canvas the blogosphere and share together in the ultimate consumer experience....window shopping!BABY & MOMMY It's the day after Mother's Day and...PHEW...I'm very happy to report that I managed to make it through yet another holiday of cleaning, cooking and...um...what? Yes, I know yesterday was "supposed to be" all about...you know...me. Meh, after 15 years of raising kids and killer dust bunnies, I guess I just don't want anyone stress-out, too much, over buying me the perfect gift, or the fact that I'd much rather be a man. Still, it's nice to be remembered. A.Lee presents The Artist’s Mother posted at eArtFair . com, saying: "In the spirit of honoring motherhood, this blog article reviews how many artists have depicted either their own mother as well as motherhood in general. Gorgeous paintings by world famous artists, as well as insightful other art pieces. Food for thought..." Okay, I like treating MY mom special and believe that I am very lucky to have been blessed with a pretty cool mother-in-law, too. Knowing what gift to buy them, on any other given day, not so much. Sweettooth presents 5 Gift Ideas at 5 Price Ranges, For Her. posted at Shop Little Gifts. Are you welcoming a baby, or a first-time mom and not quite sure what to expect? Tonya presents False Labor - How To Read The Signs posted at My Pregnancy Blog, saying: "Learn to distinguish the signs of false labor." Amanda Harris presents A is For Art and E is for Excellence posted at eFamilyBlogger. Alfred L presents Find all free baby stuff online posted at FreeOffersCanada. BOOKS Tali presents Michael Port’s Beyond Booked Solid - Planning a Business You’ll Love to Work In posted at The Marketer Review, saying: "I’ve been given a marvelous opportunity by Michael Port, who’s dared to ask me to review his second book, Beyond Booked Solid and kindly sent me a manuscript, pre-print (yes this is a first for me- I’m kinda psyched!)" Also, Tali reviews Mark Joyner’s Mind Control Marketing - Fascinating, but Do You NEED it? posted at The Marketer Review, saying: "What can we- internet marketers- learn from psychology, sociology, physics, military tactics, sports plays and politics? Mark Joyner believes that we con learn to control the minds of others." Woman Tribune presents Heart-Shaped Box by Joe Hill posted at Woman Tribune. CONSUMER EXPERIENCES Sarah presents Are You Ready to Buy a House? posted at Tips To Save Money. Learn To Be Frugal, saying: "Buying a house is the American dream, but does your current financial situation allow for it?" FINANCE Raymond presents How To Make Money From Balance Transfer Credit Cards posted at Money Blue Book. GOOD THINGS Jason Isbell presents Review: Chili's Resteraunt: Vegetarian Burgers posted at Tired Garden, saying: "Black Bean Burgers Rock!" Anne-Marie presents Aquafina's new enhanced water drink, Aquafina Alive posted at This Mama Cooks! On a Diet. GREEN FINDS Sarah presents Organic Weed Control Methods And Herbicides | Spring Lawn Care - Lawn Care Tips posted at Lawn Care Tips, saying; "Organic methods to keep those pesky weeds from ruining your lawn." Sarah presents Managing Lawn Care During A Drought | Spring Lawn Care - Lawn Care Tips posted at Lawn Care Tips, saying: "What to do about your lawn during a drought!" MEDIA Chris presents Totally Nude Tai Chi: A Review With Pictures posted at Martial Development, saying: "Some people say you can't learn martial arts by watching a video...but how about a totally nude video?" M'kay, I don't know much about martial arts - it's embarrasing, really - so, I thought Chris' review was...um...very...uh...progressive, I think. Besides, what you do in your own home is your business...right!?!? BEAUTY & SKINCARE Erika Jurney presents Neutrogena Age Shield Face Sunscreen with an SPF of 70 posted at Plain Jane Mom Reviews and Deals TIPS & TRICKS ONLINE One Language presents Learn English Articles » Blog Archive » Some Low Cost Ways to Learn English posted at Learn English Articles, saying: "A few ideas for learning to speak english cheaply!" Kevin Fleming presents 5 Great Video Players For Your PC posted at Satellite TV Guru. TOYBOX Anne-Marie presents Kobold Toys - not your average online toy store posted at My Readable Feast. TRAVEL Global Traveler presents Packing For Your Budget Vacation posted at Traveling Around The World, saying: "Packing for your vacation is a delicate balance of bringing the necessities and handy extras without overpacking." Claudine presents Here’s to Mexico for Beach Vacations posted at Vacation Tips Blog, saying: "I loved Los Cabos in Mexico. I went there for a winter break, and I have to say that it's a great family destination." Raymond presents The Best Frequent Flyer Airline Miles Credit Cards For Cheap Flights posted at Money Blue Book. SERVICES Woman Tribune presents ScratchBack: Because the PayPal Donation Button is Ugly posted at Woman Tribune. That concludes the 19th Edition of Review Bloggers Carnival - thank you ALL so much for your terrific submissions, this month. You can submit your blog article(s) to the next edition of review bloggers (deadline is, May 25, 2008) using our carnival submission form and reviewing our submissions guidelines. Go ahead, it's easy - past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page - just write about the things you like and share it with the rest of us! Happy Reviewing! © 2008 This Full House - All Rights Reserved. [Please, clean off a chair and stay a while - subscribe to email updates or the RSS feed or - if you really, really like me - then Digg This, I'll love you forever!]
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  Blogging FYI: Mother's Day Giveaways, Contests and Beyond!

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  75 days ago in This Full House Reviews · Authority: 47

  Only 2 more sleeps until Mother's Day and - though, I've already posted my idea of the perfect gift for Mother's Day on my other blog - here are a few more links of some pretty cool giveaways going around the Internets in celebration of Motherhood: 5 Minutes for Mom: If you haven't had the chance to visit this site, take a few minutes (more than 5 is okay, too) and check out the $1,000 Mother's Day Photo Contest and their amazing list of other contests...um...except, the one for the Kodak ESP 3 All-in-One-Printer...because, I broke mine and that baby is SO on my list! Mamanista: You can win a Scootababy and a pair of gorgeous diamond earrings...that's right, DIAMONDS...they ARE a girl's best friend! ModMom: Is giving away a Kodak 8.1 megapixel digital camera and iPod Nano from one of my favorites places in the whole wide world - why, Target (Tahr-Shay) of course - and you've got plenty of time, because this contest doesn't end until May 31st! Mommyfest.com: Is holding their 5th Annual Mommyfest - an interactive online event for moms - May 12th thru 16th, where bloggers are introduced to some really cool guest speakers and a chance to win some awesome prizes. Participation is easy and This Full House Reviews (that's me!) will be hosting a giveaway for this event, as well...details coming soon. Work-it-Mom: Is hosting a contest and asking readers to write A Mother's Day Tribute for a $150.00 gift certificate from Spafinder.com - details are here! [takes deep breath] Speaking of hard-working moms: CityMama is giving away a Wii Fit and...WHAT?...you want a Wii to go with that whine? No prob; she's giving that away, too. All you have to do is write a post about your most embarrassing fitness moment. Here's mine: In school I was "the skinny kid" with the scabbed-over knees, happily strutting around with my twin brother (and his friends) and wearing my band aids like trophies. Then, I hit the 3rd grade and all hell broke loose on my body. I developed very early and, by the 6th grade, I was the tallest one in my class and kids would call me names like "Amazon" and "SheMan." Ouch. My mother said I was "big-boned" and I suspect it was because the poor woman was 13 lbs. when she was born and perhaps already knew that I was genetically doomed to be "a big girl." Either way, it sucked and my Aunt Theresa (who was 5' and 11") took pity on me and signed us both up for karate class when I was in the 8th grade. It was great. The outfit was much more comfortable than the stupid clothes kids were required to wear in gym - a very unflattering jumpsuit that ended with an elastic thigh...UGH - in fact, my karate uniform felt more like a loose pair of comfy pajamas. I loved it! Until. "Hee-YAH!" [eyes go wide] "What?" After an extremely powerful kick, followed by a deep lunge, I jumped up from the mat and followed everyone's gaze to see that my Kotex pad had fallen out and was lying on the floor (face up) and in front of the entire class! Yeah, I roll like that. [the sound of crickets chirping] Did I mention, this was just before self-stick maxi pads came out and I totally forgot to wear my belt!?!? Don't know what the heck I'm talking about, do you? Well, it WAS 1970-something. But, I bet each of you have your own horror stories of menstruation, too. Even Walt Disney! Ain't being born female GRAND!?!? [heavy sigh] Happy Mother's Day, everyone! © 2008 This Full House - All Rights Reserved. [Please, clean off a chair and stay a while - subscribe to email updates or the RSS feed or - if you really, really like me - then Digg This, I'll love you forever!] [Oh, and did you know that we host a Review Bloggers Carnival, too?!?]
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  Johnson’s Baby Cause Blog Blast - Every Day is Mother’s Day

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  77 days ago in The Parent Bloggers Network · Authority: 322

  If you’ve spent any time at all this week consuming any sort of media - print, broadcast or online - you’re no doubt aware that Mother’s Day is this coming Sunday. It’s a traditional time for gift-giving, and every retailer out there is working hard to convince us that their product is a Mother’s Day dream come true. But is it really about a one day extravaganza or a year full of kindnesses and consideration? Has the holiday become less about the actual recognition and more about the gift? We’ve heard from a lot of mothers over the past week about how they want to be recognized this Mother’s Day, and we want to hear from YOU too. We’ve teamed up with Johnson’s to bring you this special extended Blog Blast to promote their new charitable giving site, Johnson’s Baby Cause, powered by Global Giving. As part of their responsibility to the global community, Johnson’s has hand-selected dozens of charities around the world that mirror their deep commitment to caring for the health and well-being of mothers and children - not just on Mother’s Day, but every day of the year. Here’s how to participate: Write a post on your blog anytime before midnight PDT tonight and tell us how you want to be recognized this Mother’s Day. Be sure to include links to http://www.babycause.com and http://blog.parentbloggers.com. Then send your blog post link to parentbloggers@gmail.com and we’ll add your post to the long list of posts right here (scroll down!) - so give your post a creative title! What can you win? Both Johnson’s and PBN are chipping in for the prizes. Ten winners will receive a Johnson’s Mom and Baby product gift basket (thanks to Johnson’s) and $25 credit to donate to the charities of their choice at Johnson’s Baby Cause (thanks to PBN). If you’ve got more than a few bucks to spare (or even if you don’t!), check out the celebrity-sponsored eBay auction benefiting Johnson’s Baby Cause. Bid on baby gear that’s been gently used by celebrities like Julianne Moore and Matt Damon, and their babies. And by spreading the word about Johnson’s Baby Cause by participating in this Blog Blast, we all win. You can’t beat that! Check out all of these fantastic posts! All Hail the Mom! The Examples I Strive to Live Up to All I Want for Mother’s Day A Nice Day in May As a Mother, My Biggest Challenge is Yet to Come… Blog Blast: Mother’s Day Recognition Buying My Own Mother’s Day Present Don’t Be Alarmed by My Grandiose Mother’s Day Wish: To Be Served Coffee in Bed Every Day is Mother’s Day: Blog Blast Gifts They Can’t Buy You for Mother’s Day: Ask Without Guilt The Greatest Gift… Hallmark Strikes Again! Honor Me by Silence I’ll Tell You What I Want, What I Really Really Want I May Be Cheap, but I’m Not Easy I’m Easy to Please I Want Your Time Laughter, Delicious Brunch, and No Poopy Diapers! Making It All Worthwhile “Mama” for Mother’s Day Mother of All Mixers Mother’s Day? Already? Mother’s Day Came Early Mother’s Day Doesn’t Have to Be Another Ordinary Day Mother’s Day is Every Day Mother’s Day Wish List My Ugly Feet One Mama Blogger’s Baby Gardening Cause On Mothers and Mother’s Day Peace, Love and Understanding Pregnant Women Can Celebrate Mother’s Day, Too! The Sweetest Present Take My Picture, Please! Tempus Fugit, Mama This Mother’s Day, Just Leave Me Alone Wait, Mother’s Day Is This Weekend?! What I Want for Mother’s Day More Johnson’s Baby Cause publicity found here: Better Than a Playdate - Two’s a Charm Binkywood - Celebrity Hand Me Downs? COOL! Celebrity Baby Blog - Johnson & Johnson to Auction Off Celebrity Baby Gear MamaPop - Julianne Moore: Most Celebrity Do-Gooders are Attention-Grubbing Famewhores Marketing Roadmaps - Power MOMocrats - What Do the MOMocrats Want for Mother’s Day? Other Than a New President. Surrender, Dorothy - Sometimes Corporations are Not So Bad We Covet - We Covet Celebrity Hand-Me-Downs, Sort Of

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