Win Dad a Family Vacation to YMCA of the Rockies!
May 21, 2012 – 6:15 am | Comments Off

If there is an affordable, fun family vacation that rivals YMCA of the Rockies, I’d like to know about it.
Since I moved to Colorado almost 10 years ago, we have had a family reunion and multiple trips to both of the YMCA of the Rockies’ Colorado locations.
As new parents with an irascible, insomniac toddler, [...]

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Pigs Over Colorado Book Giveaway!
February 24, 2008 – 12:31 am | Comments Off

Congratulations to Karen J., winner of our pendant and earrings giveaway!
I am always eager to support local entrepreneurs but Kerry MacLean took her ideas to a new level by writing award-winning children’s books about Colorado. Join us for a fun Q&A and enter to win two of her books, the perfect gift for any [...]

Womb Pendant and Earrings Giveaway
February 20, 2008 – 1:00 am | Comments Off

Congratulations to Kristine C., winner of our Colorado ballet tickets! Also, kudos to Sheila J. and Suzanna B., winners of our Oral B prize packs!
In honor of my birthday today, I thought I would offer you two of my favorite finds on Etsy – the Web’s hottest site for buying and selling all things handmade. [...]

Oral-B Stages Prize Packs!
February 17, 2008 – 12:48 am | Comments Off

Congratulations to Kristine C., winner of our ballet tickets, Ashlee L., winner of our “Living the Dream” T-shirt, Pamela B., winner of our Least Likely 2 Breed balms and Amy S. won our Shabby Apple dress.
Whoever designated February as Children’s Dental Health Month obviously did not take into account that The Holiday of Candy and [...]

Colorado Ballet Tickets Giveaway for Mama!
February 15, 2008 – 12:47 am | Comments Off

Our final giveaway for our Valentine’s Week of LOOOOOVE is two tickets to the Colorado Ballet’s production of Coppélia – the perfect night out for mama! This whimsical tale of young love and comedy involving a doll comes to life February 23rd – March 2nd.
This classic ballet is filled with magic and mayhem. [...]

Valentine’s Day Shabby Apple Dress Giveaway for Mama
February 14, 2008 – 12:06 am | Comments Off

I hate shopping for dresses. It seems I can never find anything stylish, flattering and reasonably modest. Until I was introduced to Shabby Apple and I fell in love with every single design. This, from the ultimate tomboy.
Shabby Apple has 31 different dresses, ranging in styles from black, flirty, sophisticated and shabby soiree. The [...]

Living the Dream Shirt Giveaway
February 13, 2008 – 12:33 am | Comments Off

**We do not endorse Living the Dream. They are the only organization we have ever worked with that did not follow through on awarding the winner a prize. Their business practices are very unethical.**
Eight years ago, I had the corner office at a chic public relations agency and showered daily. Fast forward to 2008 when [...]

Hilarious Least Likely 2 Breed Balms Giveaway
February 12, 2008 – 12:43 am | Comments Off

Let’s face it: pregnancy and motherhood aren’t always what they are cracked up to be. With an emphasis on cracked. Enter Least Likely 2 Breed’s balms that will surely be a hit at your next baby shower or outing to the country club.
While the rest of us were dreaming of sleep [...]

Top 10 Things to Think About When Buying a Digital Point & Shoot Camera
February 7, 2008 – 12:26 am | 6 Comments

Lately, several friends have purchased new digital cameras and I have been happy to help them through the process. It’s actually kind of fun, like a puzzle, to match up the right camera with the right person. But there’s also just some overall concepts I ask anyone and everyone (who will listen to me) to [...]

Motherhood with Attitude’s Hilarious Box Set Giveaway
February 6, 2008 – 12:00 am | Comments Off

Congratulations to our Max Daniel Cheetah throw winner Heather C. and our All About Kids Expo winners Lisa C., Melissa H., Meghan S., Sharon B., and Tina K.!
When I was originally contacted by the new Denver company MA! motherhood with attitude about offering a giveaway of their hilarious cards, I requested they first ship me [...]

Luxurious Max Daniel Baby Blanket Giveaway
February 3, 2008 – 12:05 am | Comments Off

Congratulations to Kathy H., winner of our funky Made by Angie wipe container!
There has been a running joke in my family for a number of years. You see, I once made the mistake of mentioning that I hated cheetah print. Since that time, my demented kin have bestowed upon me everything from cheetah-print [...]