Winter WalMart Beauty Box!

I just got my second WalMart Beauty Box and I am in shock at what I get for only $5!  I like that this one only comes 4x a year so it's even more exciting when it comes!

If you missed my last post about WalMart Beauty boxes you can still sign up!

Did you know that you can get a Walmart Beauty Box for just $5 shipped right now!? Similar to the Beauty Sample boxes that Target has done in the past! Seems like a great deal for just $5!

Head over to Walmart.com to snag your box while in stock!

**Get yours now!!**

Gourmet Popcorn Club Giveaway!

If you're looking for a fun and delicious gift, check out the Gourmet Popcorn Club from ClubsGalore! I know this is something that a bunch of my family members would enjoy. Still need to get something for that person on your list that already has everything??  This is a great idea!  They'll get 4 quarts or more of gourmet small-batch popcorn in 3 to 4 different varieties each month including flavors like Barbecue, Buffalo Wing, White Cheddar, Ranch, Caramel, Chocolate Mint, Parmesan, Salt & Vinegar, Pesto and many more!

One lucky winner will receive a 3 month subscription (Starting in January) to the Gourmet Popcorn Club!  Just Another Mom recently had the opportunity to sample some of the delicious flavors and you can read all about our experience.  Speaking from that, Just Another Mom gives the Gourmet Popcorn Club two thumbs up and a must-have gift.

Sponsored by: ClubsGalore

Hosted by: Just Another Mom

Co-Hosted by: Deliciously Savvy, Heartbeats Soulstains

Michigan Savings and More, Totally Temberton & Tx Mommy's Savings

Begins: 12/10 and Ends: 12/22 at 11:59 PM EST

Send someone a box full of indulgence each month – Made with premium corn kernels and the finest ingredients.  Each flavor is packaged separately keeping it fresh until you are ready to partake!  This popcorn will create conversation, provide entertainment for your palate, and offer moments of genuine joy.  This giveaway is open to residents of the continental United States only.  Winner must be 18 or older Winner will be notified within 24 hours of the giveaway ending and will have until 12/27 to reply or a new winner will be chosen.

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Disclosure: Just Another Mom received complimentary product to facilitate this giveaway, no monetary compensation was received. None of the participating bloggers have been compensated for their participation in this giveaway. This giveaway is not associated with Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, or any other mentioned social media platforms. This information is being disclosed in compliance with FTC regulations.

Another Great Family Gift From Best Buy & Cannon

I am that mom...the one who always has her camera in front of her face but is never in any pictures!  I say if you are going to document your families events why do it with a substandard camera?  This is another family gift that I think is such a great investment that it's something you should consider if you take a lot of pictures.  The best part about a great digital camera is you have more flexibility with what you do with your pictures after you take them.  Sure you can create online albums but what if you want to print them.  Sometimes a picture will look great on the screen but the quality when it's printed does not match.  I love to create photo books (mostly from Shutterfly) and many pictures I've taken don't come out as nice as I'd hoped for.

Best Buy is the ultimate destination for the latest cameras to capture your holiday memories. The Canon EOS Rebel T5i is one of the best-selling DSLRs. This camera makes advanced photography easy and fun, and gives you exceptional image quality, along with a host of features to enhance your creative expression.

• Capture Hollywood caliber full HD video
• Continuous autofocus while taking HD video
• Features an 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 5 image processor to ensure vivid, crystal-clear images.
• The 3" vari-angle touch screen simplifies navigation.

Save $150 on the Canon EOS Rebel T5i at Best Buy*. Visit Best Buy to learn more.
*offer valid 12/7-12/20

Do you love twitter parties? Best Buy is hosting a Canon Twitter Party on Thursday December 18th at 7pm CST. Feel free to join this party for a chance to receive Best Buy gift cards and other great prizes. Tweet #HintingSeason with your top gifts that you want this Holiday from Best Buy.

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free

Kiwi Crate - Black Friday Sale Is Back!

Great news!!  Kiwi Crate has brought their Black Friday Sale Back!!

You know that kid who has everything?  How do you buy them a gift when all your options are taken?  That is where Kiwi Crate comes in!

Christmas is quickly approaching! This holiday season, give the gift of monthly hands-on projects designed to spark creativity and curiosity for the little ones in your life. Kiwi Crate was founded on the vision of inspiring kids’ creativity and its mission is to help equip the next generation of innovators with the tools for creative problem solving and exploration. Kiwi Crate offers high quality award-winning products across four brands for young makers ranging in age from 3 to 16+.

Today only, save 60% on your 1st month subscription to any Kiwi Crate Family Brands PLUS free shipping with code CELEBRATE60 at checkout.

Bulu Box - 3 months for $10!!

Bulu Box is the first health, nutrition and weight loss discovery box designed to help you feel your best.  Each month, you’ll get a custom box filled with a new mix of 4 to 5 premium samples from top brands to try.  Every sample is sufficient enough to decide if the product is right for you.  Of course, shipping is always free and you can cancel anytime.  Share your thoughts about each product in our sample surveys and you can earn 50+ Rewards Points (that's $5!) each month!  Use your points to purchase your new favorites in full size at BuluBox.com!  Here you’ll also get expert tips, tricks and a supportive community of Bulugans just like you!  Join the discovery and find a healthier you!

The perfect partner in the pursuit of a healthier you, Bulu Box is like having a personal trainer and a nutritionist as a best friend. 

Right now you can score a 3 Month Subscription for just $10 (regularly $30)! at Bulu Box - Use code WOWZA

Win a Pen Wizard Personalized Book

 

Sponsor: Penwizard

Host: Mom Powered Media

I don't know about your kid by my little guy LOVES seeing his name places.  I can only imagine his excitement when he see his name in a book!  This makes the PERFECT gift for a little one in your life and what is better than free!?  Enter to win a personalized Peppa Pig book below!

Personalized books are great for getting kids involved in reading. You Can choose from our range of personalized childrens books and see your child in the pictures and story of their own personalized book!

    

 Penwizard is an amazing company. They offer a wide variety of books for both little boys and girls. The nice thing about their books is that you can literally customize the books to fit whatever your child looks like AND put in their name! These books are so easy to create and order. They are also pretty reasonably priced. They range in the 14.99 to 19.99 UK (so about 30-40$ Canadian). Considering your child is going to be able to have that book for the rest of their lives that's a pretty good deal! Check Penwizard out HERE Penwizard has offered 8 fans a chance to win a personalized Peppa book for themselves (a 30.00 Canadian Value each!) Rules:

• Open to USA/CAN
• 18+
• ends Dec 9th, 2014
• one person per household can enter
• Facebook, pinterest, twitter etc are NOT responsible or liable in anyway for this giveaway

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Disclaimer: Participating Blogs were not compensated for this post. No purchase is necessary to enter. One entrant per household, per address. Void where prohibited by law. Winner(s) will be contacted by email and have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. Penwizard will be responsible for product shipment to winners of this sweepstakes. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. Contactnatasha@mompoweredmedia.com if you have any additional questions or comments.

Holiday Bundle of Gifts Giveaway

Welcome to the Holiday Bundle of Gifts Giveaway!

Featuring: 14 prizes for one lucky winner!

Hosted by: Just Another Mom

Co-Hosted by:

The Cafe Coupon, Deliciously Savvy, Heartbeat Soulstains, Michigan Savings and More,

Joan's Five Star Reviews, Totally Temberton, Cupcakes and Flipflops

The Mama Games & Disabled Diva Reviews

With a BIG thank you to all of the bloggers who are helping to promote!

As we draw closer and closer to Christmas, Just Another Mom is pleased to present the Holiday Bundle of Gifts Giveaway! Featuring 14 gifts from The Holiday Gift Guide at Just Another Mom, one lucky winner will win over $300 in prizes with a little bit of something for everyone!  This giveaway is fantastic!  Imagine being able to get all your holiday gifts taken care of in one shot!  Even I'm entering in this one!

Influenster Love - How it all started

Where do I start?

Influenster is the the WHOLE reason I started this blog.  I joined Influenster and honestly forgot about it.  Then one day I got an email saying I was selected to get a VoxBox.  I remember thinking "What the heck is a VoxBox?  And why am I getting one?"  I did a quick search and found myself on the Influenster.com site and started to get really excited!  It all came back to me.  It had been about 2 months since I first signed up on the site and now I was getting a whole box of FREE STUFF!!  WOOO HOOO!!!  Then I soon realized that to fully complete the VoxBox tasks I needed a blog and thus Laurel Likes It was born.

Since then I have received numerous VoxBoxes (6 to be exact) and several other activities that have earned me badges (51 of these babies).  Here is a link to my Influenster Profile.  I look back at my initial reviews and see how much I've grown and how my style has stayed consistent but more comfortable now.

I have to be honest that when I see an Influenster email in my inbox I get ridiculously excited.  It's like, "They chose me??  YES!!"  Come to think of it, it's been a while since I got one so maybe posting this will hit their alert!  I have always loved trying out new things and now Influenster allows me to!  I have also always been a "very social young lady" as said on all my report cards so talking about the stuff I like and don't like comes naturally!

I have listed all the Influester inspired blog posts for you below.
Influenster Holiday VoxBox 2012

NYC New York Color Liquid Lipshine Review

Kiss Nail Dress Review

Quaker Real Medleys Oatmeal Review

EBoost Energy Drink Review

Goody Quickstyle Brush Review (I am still using this brush everyday)

Sole Society Review

The Taste: Tuesday at 8|7c on ABC

Sugar 'N Spice VoxBox

Colgate Optic White Review

Dickinson's Witch Hazel Towelettes Review

VEET® EasyWax™ Electrical Roll-On Kit Review

Lifeway Kefir Review and Coupon (we now buy this regularly)
Dr. Scholl's Active Series (These are still in my sneakers)

Violet Vox Box from Influenster

J'Adore VoxBox

Hershey's KISSES

Influenster Spring Fling Vox Box Unboxing!

Kiss Everlasting French Manicure

Influenster will always hold a special place in my blog heart.  I hope that these past 2 years are just the start to a wonderful, long relationship.

And also this guy is the cutest!


Side note:  As I was typing this post up guess what popped up in my inbox??

Yipee!!

Walmart Pre-Black Friday Deals start NOW!!!

 

Pre-Black Friday at Walmart.com- Find Big Deals before the Big Day!

I was going to set this to post tomorrow but realized that all the Pre-Black Friday deals start NOW at Walmart.com! You will love finding big deals BEFORE the big day on everything from toys, electronics, apparel, and more at Walmart.com! Don't forget, you can always enjoy free shipping on all orders of $50 or more at Walmart.com!

Here are a few popular items:

Happy Holidays!

New Changes to Julep Maven + Free Gift!!

So I'm so excited for 2 new changes to my Julep Maven subscription!! I was getting a little tired of the choices I was given each month so 2 months ago I used my last skip and then last month I sent my box to my sister for her birthday.

When I opened my email this morning to a new blog post from them I was pleasantly surprised that not only can you now select "I'm out this month" you can FULLY customize what you get in your box without upgrading to the Luxe subscription!!!

When Julep Maven first started they allowed you to have unlimited skips. However, before I joined they changed it so you only had 2 skips per year. This did not work for me and apparently I was not the only one! Sometimes the funds are just not right that month, right??

I have to say though that I am most excited for the customization. I was just able to select 3 items that I have wanted but have yet to come up in my monthly box! I was set to get an eye lid primer and eye shadow. Now I'm getting some gold decal strips, nail and cuticle pen and a corrector pen.

New for this holiday season are two promotional FREE gifts when you sign up for Julep Maven!  This subscription is the PERFECT gift for someone you just don't know what to get.  They are able to choose what they want!

Limited Edition Bubbly Box Welcome Gift Valued at $58 FREE for New Maven Subscribers (Pay $3.99 Shipping)

and Limited Edition Jingle Bells Welcome Box Valued at $58 FREE for New Maven Subscribers (Pay $3.99 Shipping)

My idea is to either gift the subscription and keep the free gift for yourself!
OR  just keep it all as a gift to yourself!!  You deserve it, right??

Clear Proof Review & Free gift!

This is a post I have been meaning to put up for a while but haven't gotten around to it.  I have ALWAYS struggled with my skin.  It is oily/dry/sensitive/acne prone.  I feel like I have tried so many products that there is nothing out there that will work.  My skin was much better while I was on birth control which tells me what I get it mostly hormonal but since we are tying for #2 I can't rely on that anymore.  I get deep painful acne from what I have read is called Cystic Acne.  It's not just my face either.  My chest and back are a mess also.

I was so frustrated a few months ago I got out of the shower and was so disgusted with my skin I swore in the morning I was going to call a dermatologist.  So that night I was chatting with my good friend we were talking and she suggested that I stop trying all these different products and give Clear Proof a chance.  I told her that I had tried using products with salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide and had no luck.  How could this product be any different??

 

I figured what the heck, and told her I would try it.  She gave me the travel kit to try out so I didn't shell out a whole lot of money just to try it.  I used that up and saw some improvement so I called and let her know I'd like the full set.  It took a few weeks of regular use but my skin is clear!  Now because I am unbiased and am always honest with you I will say that I still get some breakouts right before "that time of the month" but it is much less than before.  At first I was just using my hands to clean my face but what really took it up a notch was using the cleansing brush.  I think this really scrubbed down into my pores and pulled out the dirt.

The system is simple.  Wash, tone, spot treat and moisturize.  The combination 1-2 punch of the salicylic acid in the wash and benzoyl peroxide in the spot treatment gets the job done.  Here is a link to the travel set that I started with.  Clear Proof® Acne System The Go Set

It is only $20 and comes with mini bottles of all 4 steps.  It should last you a few weeks because you really don't need that much of the product.  However, the full Clear Proof® Acne System is a much better deal at $45 when you look at the size of the bottles.  I've had my set for a few months now and am just now running low.

I also didn't want to forget about the Skinvigorate™ Cleansing Brush.  It's a little pricey at $50 but I have to say that is what helped so much with the process!  Honestly compared to some of the other cleansing brushes this one is a steal!

Loretta is a big fan of my blog so she is giving my readers a special deal.  Another reason why you should order the full set is that when you do you will also get a FREE LIP GLOSS GIFT SET!!  Or, if you order both the full Clear Proof® Acne System and the Skinvigorate™ Cleansing Brush you'll get the lip gloss set and this gorgeous bag.  Keep them for yourself or gift them to a lovely lady in your life!  Just put in code LAURELXMAS.

So, now what you have been waiting to see, even though it is so embarrassing.  Sorry the lighting is different.  I took the before picture at work and the after picture in my bathroom in the evening.

 

The review above is of products that I purchased with my own money.  As always I am honest with my readers and give my opinion good or bad.

WhereToWatch.com - A New Way To Watch

WhereToWatch.com is a great way to watch whatever content you want, whenever you want!

The movies and TV shows you love.  Simple search.  Easy access.

This anthemic video from the film and television industry reminds us how Movies and TV shows bring us together.  What we watch doesn't just entertain us, it inspires and moves us.

It's the show that gave you the chills. The scene that left you crying from laughing so hard.  The movie you watch when you are having a bad day. The things that drive you to be fearless.  Make you get up and dance. The movie that makes you ask, "what would Ferris do?"  Where the underdogs always come back on top.  The story lines that redefine your own life experience.

What we watch doesn't just entertain us.  It changes us, helps us believe, and overcome any challenge life throws our way.  This is the anthem that runs through the core of WhereToWatch.com.  Visit the site and find the content you already love.

So "What is Where To Watch?" you ask. . .
Wheretowatch.com is a one-stop shop where audiences can search for their favorite creative content online quickly, simply and in an ad-free environment.  Search for movies and TV shows, and you will immediately be shown a list of potential ways to view them.  If the movie is still in theaters, you will be prompted with local show times; otherwise you’ll see the Blu-ray and digital availabilities.  If, by chance, you don’t see the availability you want, you can set up an email alert and WTW will inform you as soon as that film or TV show is available.

Breckenridge Dream Trip Giveaway

Dreaming of the perfect ski trip?  My husband used to ski and snowboard when he was younger but my son and I have never been.  I think this would be a really nice getaway for the two of us!  I would love to spend all day outside and then cozy up next to the fire for a night in!  

Click here to enter the Breckeneridge Dream Trip Giveaway!

At 9,600 feet above sea level, Breckenridge is the perfect mountain town.

Located at the base of the Breckenridge Ski Resort, this historic mining town offers activities, events and cultural opportunities that are second to none.

Grand Timber one bedrooms also come with a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen, granite counter tops, gas fireplace, a private deck with stunning views, master bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, washer and dryer, and TV/DVD players. Guests staying at the Grand Timber Lodge are also treated to a courtesy shuttle service for transportation around Breckenridge, heated garage parking, a fitness center, on-site restaurant The Lodgepole Bar & Grill, and the lovely Grand Victorian Day Spa and Salon.

Best of Breckenridge wants to make your dream come true. Win a 5 night ski trip to Breckenridge for 2, ski-in/ski-out lodging in Breckenridge with air, lift tickets and transportation!

5 winners will be picked!

• Stay in a luxury ski-in/ski-out 1-bedroom condominium in Breckenridge!
• Air for 2 (up to $1,000) will be provided
• 4 days of skiing at Breckenridge Ski Resort for 2 people
• $300 for ground transportation

Enter the Breckeneridge Dream Trip Giveaway NOW!

Odds of winning are based on the number of eligible entries. Lodging in a ski-in/ski-out 1-bedroom condominium at in Breckenridge. Must be 21 to enter. One entry per person. By completing this registration, I am giving Breckenridge Grand Vacations including the co-sponsors shown on this display, of this drawing, permission to contact me via telephone, email or mail despite any inclusion of my name on a "do not call" / contact registry or list.

Your Life After 25 Giveaway!

To Celebrate National Bladder Health Awareness Month

We're Partying and doing a GIVEAWAY, Everyone is WELCOME but ladies 35+ are encouraged

There are always little things that no one really tells you about when you have kids.  Even though my little guy was a surprise c-section I still ended up with this secret problem.  I recently spoke to a bunch of other moms in my circle and they also have this problem even though they all had different deliveries!  So it's nice to know that I am not the only one who needs to cross their legs when they sneeze!

Always Discreet is the gracious sponsor of the twitter party!!

Your Life After 25 is the gracious sponsor for the Amazon OR Paypal giveaway!!

Now to the giveaway!! There will be 3 prizes!

1. $125.00 Paypal or Amazon Gift Card

2. $75.00 Paypal or Amazon Gift Card

3. $50.00 Paypal or Amazon Gift Card

Giveaway Rules:

Open to US & Canada.

• Winners will be chosen at random through Giveaway tools.

• Giveaway ends Dec 12 at 11:59pm ET.

• Winners will be notified via email or Twitter DM.

• Each winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

• Mom Powered Media & associated bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

• Must be 18 years or older to enter.

• Unlimited Entries

• Void where prohibited.

• Entering the giveaway means you agree to terms above.

• Good Luck!

Entry-Form Disclaimer: The participating bloggers may have been compensated for this post. No purchase is necessary to enter. One entrant per household, per address. Void where prohibited by law. Winner(s) will be contacted by email and 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. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. Contact natasha@mompoweredmedia.com if you have any additional questions or comments. 

Disclaimer: The participating bloggers may have been compensated for this post. No purchase is necessary to enter. One entrant per household, per address. Void where prohibited by law. Winner(s) will be contacted by email and 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. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. Contact natasha@mompoweredmedia.com if you have any additional questions or comments.