September 2011 ~ Sage and Savvy - Hawaii Mom Blogger

September 30, 2011

Coupons for Gerber, Kashi, Scotch-Brite, and More!

by Gem

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It's the end of the month, so many of these coupons may not be available next month, so print them now while you can!

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Marie Veronique Organics Everyday Sheer Coverage Giveaway

by Gem

Marie Veronique Organics’ introduces the new Everyday Sheer Coverage (SRP $50):

Provides essential every day UVA/UVB protection and defends against premature aging with a unique combination of natural humectants, emollients and anti-oxidants.
Evens skin tones and absorbs into the skin leaving a lovely matte finish
Provides anti aging support with beta glucans, glucosamine, and powerful anti-oxidants such as coffee fruit extract.
Prevents moisture loss from exposure to the elements with red raspberry seed oil and broccoli seed oils
Made with non-micronized zinc oxide, a physical sun block that reflects UV rays without releasing wrinkle and cancer-causing free radicals
For use every day, rain or shine.

About Marie Veronique Organics:
No toxins. Not ever. At MVO what we put in our products is as important as what we don’t. You won’t find toxins, petroleum-based products, nanoparticles, or anything else that’s potentially harmful. We don’t need those ingredients to make your skin look and feel younger.

Click here to purchase Everyday Sheer Coverage, or to get more information.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a bottle of Everyday Sheer Coverage, choice of tint.

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Hifam!

To enter, visit Marie Veronique Organics and comment on your favorite product or product you'd most like to try.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Marie Veronique Organics (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
3)Add my button to your sidebar
4)Follow me on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is October 14, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 15, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

Thank you to the sponsor for providing the product for review and/or giveaway free of charge. All opinions are my own. I received no monetary compensation for this post. Click here for my disclosure policy.

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September 29, 2011

Zucchero: Chocabeck CD Giveaway

by Gem

Adelmo Fornaciari – better known to the world as Zucchero ("Sugar") – is Italy's most beloved rock star and one of the biggest Italian artists across the globe, having sold some 40 million records over three decades.

His new Decca album, Chocabeck, is simultaneously a concept album about Zucchero's roots and a milestone achievement in an extraordinary international career.

Chocabeck was recorded over sessions in Italy, London and Los Angeles, with the singer writing or co-writing the songs and playing multiple instruments. Bono contributed the English lyrics for "Someone Else's Tears," and Iggy Pop provided English words for "Too Late" and "Spirit Together." Roland Orzabel of Tears for Fears wrote the English lyrics for "Life," and co-wrote "God Bless the Child" with Zucchero. Whether delicate acoustic numbers or stirring orchestral ballads, the songs on Chocabeck loosely follow the cycle of life in an imaginary countryside hamlet not dissimilar to the one in northern Italy where Zucchero was raised.

"I've traveled around the world for many years, and it is now more important than ever for me to reconnect with the sights and sounds and feelings of life in a village community," he says. "I like to live a simple life with my family, observing the old traditions. And this is what my music is truly all about. It comes from inside my soul. It is all about emotions, deep emotions."

Win: One lucky winner will receive a copy of Chocabeck!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Jim!

To enter, comment on why you'd like to win.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Zucchero (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
3)Add my button to your sidebar
4)Follow me on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is October 13, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 14, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

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September 28, 2011

WW: "Butterflies Smooch"

by Gem

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(Mimicking how "butterflies smooch" from the children's book "Fish Kisses")

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September 27, 2011

Back-to-School Wellness and Prize Pack ($100 Visa GC, $50 Staples GC, Yogi Tea, Pedometer) Giveaway

by Gem

School's been back in session for a while now, and already Musician has had two colds (and of course, the germs have spread throughout the house affecting several other family members).

It's never easy when one (or all) of your children gets sick. Not only can it take a toll mentally and physically, but financially as well if doctor visits and prescriptions are involved.

Thankfully, HealthyIs.Aetna.com is a resource through which you can get all sorts of health-related information when it comes to managing your health care.

We offer you far more than health insurance. You’ll have access to advanced tools that help you lead a healthier lifestyle and save money. Estimate and understand your out-of-pocket medical expenses with our online calculators. Turn your smart phone into a personal health assistant with the Aetna Mobile app. Find in-network doctors and specialists. Save cash on medications. Keep all of your health records in one convenient, secure online location. If you want to learn about medical conditions, improve your diet or get general information to your health questions, our online resources are there for you. At the doctor’s office or dinner table, our tools help you make better-informed decisions about your health.

To help me and my family stay healthy this fall, I received a Back-to-School Wellness Package courtesy Parents.com, which included a pedometer, a $50 Staples gift card, Yogi Tea, and a $100 Visa gift card. These items can help me and my family stay healthy by encouraging us to go on walks (pedometer) or enabling me to buy healthy, nutritious foods ($100 Visa gift card).

Other ways I make sure my kids stay healthy is by making sure they get lots of sleep, drink lots of water, and wash their hands often.

For more tips on healthier living, as well as information about health expense management and more, visit healthyis.aetna.com.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a Back-to-School Wellness Package courtesy Parents.com which includes a pedometer, a $100 Visa gift card, a $50 Staples gift card, and Yogi Tea.

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Shel!

To enter, comment on how you and your kids stay healthy during the transition from summer to back-to-school.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and healthyis.aetna.com (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
3)Add my button to your sidebar
4)Follow me on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway with the hashtag #BackToSchoolParents --you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is October 11, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 12, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

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September 26, 2011

Vitabath Fragrance Collection Body Wash Review

by Gem

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Whenever I buy body washes I always look for those that are sulfate and paraben-free, and I recently got to try a body wash from the Vitabath Fragrance Collection that not only contains no sulfates or parabens, but also smells wonderful and works great too!

For over 40 years, Vitabath® has remained unequaled for gentle skin cleansing and conditioning. Enriched with botanical extracts and fortified with vitamins, it will leave your skin feeling soft and healthy. We invite you to shop online and indulge in our four luxurious formulas and discover "Luxury in a Bottle."™

The Vitabath Fragrance Collection – 16 new sulfate and paraben-free body washes. The playfully-scented collection of four fragrance profiles – Spa Day, In Bloom, Fruit Fanatic and Cupcake Couture – contains a blend of Vitamins A, B3, C, E, Pro-Vitamin B5 and antioxidant-rich superfruits for a rejuvenating and nourishing experience.

I was fortunate to receive a bottle of Vitabath Spa Day Green Tea & Sage with Aloe Vera body wash.

The first thing that impressed me was the packaging. I loved the colors and the simple, yet pretty design.

The next thing I noticed was the scent. I always smell body washes whenever possible to make sure the scent is not overpowering, and the Green Tea & Sage body wash smelled very pleasant and refreshing.

The Vitabath body wash lathered well and left me feeling clean and smelling great!

I love that the body wash is full of antioxidants and vitamins that are good for my skin, and the price is very reasonable compared to what I pay for other body washes.

I will definitely be looking for Vitabath body washes the next time I go shopping, and I look forward to trying the other fragrances in the collection!

Shop: You can purchase Vitabath Fragrance Collection Body Wash at Fred Meyer, Ricky’s Beauty, Harmon Drugs, Bed Bath & Beyond, Ulta Cosmetics, AAFES and Stages stores, in addition to www.myvitabath.com and other locations (SRP $9.99).

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September 25, 2011

Yoplait Light with Granola Review and Sam's Club $40 Gift Card Giveaway

by Gem

Everyone in our family loves yogurt, and thanks to MyBlogSpark, we were able to pick up some Yoplait at Sam's Club.

When we got to Sam's Club, there was no shortage of Yoplait products. It was hard to choose, but ultimately we ended up getting the Yoplait Light with Granola, Strawberry flavor (a 6-pack is $5.87 in Hawaii).

Musician couldn't wait to try it.

At first he was little surprised that the yogurt was "crunchy" because of all of the granola, but after that first bite, he just couldn't stop eating it!

The Yoplait Light with Granola makes a yummy snack, healthy dessert, and even a quick and delicious breakfast!

We'll definitely will be picking up more Yoplait Light with Granola from Sam's Club once we run out!

Win: One lucky winner will receive a $40 Sam's Club Gift Card!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Haydensmommy05!

To enter, visit Yoplait and comment on your favorite product (please be specific).
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Yoplait (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
3)Add my button to your sidebar
4)Follow me on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
6)Follow Sam's Club on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in y our comment)
7)Follow Yoplait on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
The deadline for entries is October 9, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 10, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

Thank you to MyBlogSpark, Yoplait, and Sam's Club for providing the information and gift cards for review and/or giveaway free of charge. All opinions are my own. I received no monetary compensation for this post. Click here for my disclosure policy.

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September 24, 2011

Denise Austin: Sculpt & Burn Body Blitz DVD Review and Giveaway

by Gem

Forget the “blah” and bring on the “Blitz!” This September, Lionsgate presents the brand new workout DVD from America’s favorite fitness leader, Denise Austin: Sculpt & Burn Body Blitz. A high-intensity cross-training cardio workout, Austin takes the very best training methods to sculpt lean muscle in all the right areas. Each powerful workout – including mixed martial arts, athletic conditioning, cardio sculpt and kettlebell-inspired moves – helps to boost metabolism to dramatically reshape your body in just 30 days.

An innovator in fitness, Denise Austin has sold more than 25 million workout units (DVD and VHS). In addition to the 30-day workout plan, Denise Austin: Sculpt & Burn Body Blitz also includes custom workout and music-only options.

I've been a fan of Denise Austin since I was in college, so I was excited to try out her new Sculpt & Burn Body Blitz DVD.

There are four different workouts at 10 minutes each, along with a warm-up and cool-down for 5 minutes each.

On the DVD she recommends a 30-day workout plan, which begins with one 10-minute workout plus warm-up and cool down for the first week, gradually adding more workouts until you do all of the workouts on the DVD.

The Mixed martial Arts and Athletic Conditioning workouts do not require weights, but the Kettlebell-Inspired workout requires one weight and the Cardio Sculpt requires two.

From the Warm-Up I already started breaking a sweat! The five minutes went by quickly, thanks to a lot of different warm-up exercises, with my favorite being the matrix series in which Denise showed exercises being done from all sorts of different angles.

The Mixed Martial Arts segment, my favorite of the four workouts, involved a lot of kicks and punches.

The Athletic Conditioning was a bit tough for me. Some of the moves were really hard for me to do, such as the "gymnastics" moves. I found myself out of breath many times throughout this segment!

The Kettlebell-Inspired moves involved a lot of swinging of a single weight and twisting of your body.

The Cardio Sculpt did a great job combining cardio and strength-training to create a nice workout for the entire body.

Denise is very encouraging throughout the DVD, and what I like most about Sculpt & Burn is how you can customize the workouts based on your preferences or the time you have available. If you only have time to do 1 or 2 segments, or perhaps you really like the Cardio Sculpt and Mixed Martial Arts segments, you can easily create your own customized workout!

As I continue to do the Sculpt & Burn Body Blitz I'm sure the exercises will become a lot easier and I'll be able to get through the entire DVD without losing my breath!

Shop: You can purchase Sculpt & Burn Body Blitz at various retailers online and nationwide (SRP $14.98).

Win: One lucky winner will receive a copy of Denise Austin: Sculpt & Burn Body Blitz DVD!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Erica C.!

To enter, comment on why you'd like to win!
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Denise Austin: Sculpt & Burn Body Blitz (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
3)Add my button to your sidebar
4)Follow me on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is October 8, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 9, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

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September 23, 2011

Bob Seger: Live Bullet and Nine Tonight CDs Giveaway

by Gem

Bob Seger debuted his digitally remastered multi-platinum Live Bullet and Nine Tonight concert albums on The iTunes Store® (www.iTunes.com/BobSeger) and Amazon MP3 store Tuesday, September 13.

Seger & The Silver Bullet Band announced new dates for the second leg to their 2011 North American Tour Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band last week that will extend from coast to coast, with stops at a wide range of venues, including New York’s newly-renovated Madison Square Garden, the Eastern Michigan University campus, Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun Casino, and Seger’s first stadium festival show in decades, Orlando Calling. Additional dates will be announced shortly including the tour’s West coast swing. For updated information on the tour schedule visit www.bobseger.com.

Originally released in 1976, Live Bullet was recorded at Cobo Hall in Bob Seger’s hometown of Detroit, Michigan. The album has sold over five million copies and features 14 classics, including “Turn The Page,” “Travelin’ Man/Beautiful Loser,” “Katmandu,” plus a live bonus track exclusive to this newly remastered edition, a rare recording of “I Feel Like Breaking Up Somebody's Home” from Seger’s sold out first stadium show at the Pontiac Silverdome.

Originally released in 1981, Nine Tonight was also recorded, in part, at Detroit’s Cobo Hall, as well as at Boston’s Boston Garden. The five-times platinum album features 16 live hits, including “Old Time Rock And Roll,” “Night Moves,” and “Hollywood Nights,” plus a live bonus track exclusive to this newly remastered edition, “Brave Strangers.”

Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band’s live performances have led to record sales in excess of 51 million which includes 11 platinum and seven multi-platinum RIAA-certified album sales awards. Seger holds the distinction for the #1 Catalog Album of the Decade (2000-2010) for his Greatest Hits, which has sold more than nine million copies in the U.S. to date, posting an unbroken 16-year streak on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums and Catalog Albums charts.

*Live Bullet*	*Nine Tonight*
1. Nutbush City Limits	1. Nine Tonight
2. Travelin’ Man	2. Tryin’ To Live My Life Without You
3. Beautiful Loser	3. You’ll Accomp’ny Me
4. Jody Girl	4. Hollywood Nights
5. I’ve Been Working	5. Old Time Rock And Roll
6. Turn The Page	6. Mainstreet
7. U.M.C.	7. Against The Wind
8. Bo Diddley	8. The Fire Down Below
9. Ramblin’ Gamblin’ Man	9. Her Strut
10. Heavy Music	10. Feel Like A Number
11. Katmandu	11. Fire Lake
12. Lookin’ Back	12. Betty Lou’s Gettin’ Out Tonight
13. Get Out Of Denver	13. We’ve Got Tonight
14. Let It Rock	14. Night Moves
EXCLUSIVE BONUS TRACK	15. Rock And Roll Never Forgets
15. I Feel Like Breaking Up Somebody’s Home	16. Let It Rock
	EXCLUSIVE BONUS TRACK
	17. Brave Strangers

Win: One lucky winner will win a copy of Live Bullet and Nine Tonight!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to andrea v!

To enter, comment on your favorite Bob Seger song.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Bob Seger (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
3)Add my button to your sidebar
4)Follow me on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is October 8, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 9, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

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September 22, 2011

Justin Hines: Days to Recall CD Giveaway

by Gem

There’s a moment in every artist’s life when he knows that music is not only his path, but his destiny. Even though Justin Hines grew up singing in church at his grandmother’s behest, his realization came at the most unlikely of places— at a Toronto Raptors’ basketball game in his hometown 15 years ago. A then-14-year old Hines won a vocal competition to sing the National Anthem— both the Canadian and American— at the game and his world opened up before him. “In that moment, it all seemed possible,” he recalls. “The performance eliminated any stage fright.”

Hines has thrived all his life against odds that would daunt someone with a less indomitable spirit. Hines has Larsen Syndrome, a joint dislocation condition that confines him to a wheelchair. “The reality is I don’t really look at my situation as that big a deal,” he says. “We all have our things that challenge us, just some people’s are a little more visible in the forefront. Mine is very apparent, whereas others wear it on the inside.”

That natural optimism permeates much of his American debut, “Days to Recall,” (available now) the singer/songwriter’s collection of heartfelt songs about life and love. “I don’t want to pretend that dark times don’t exist, but I have a hard time leaving things negative,” he says. “I think every challenging situation leads to something better. When I’m writing I don’t do it consciously in the songs, it’s just how they evolve.”

For more information about Justin Hines, to listen to some of his songs, or check out some his videos, visit the Justin Hines website.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a copy of Days to Recall!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to lilyk!

To enter, comment on why you'd like to win.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Justin Hines (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
3)Add my button to your sidebar
4)Follow me on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is October 6, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 7, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

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September 21, 2011

Degree Jungle - Helping You Find the Right Online College

by Gem

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When the company I worked for abruptly shut down several years ago, many of the employees suddenly wondered what to do. Ultimately, many of them ended up going back to school, and several of them starting taking courses through online colleges.

With so many online college options out there, it's hard to choose which is best for you, and that's where Degree Jungle comes in.

Degree Jungle has a lot of great information for prospective students. They ranked the top 64 online colleges for 2011, and also has information on over 50 accredited online colleges and 500 online programs.

If you want to search by online degrees, you can do that too.

Whether you want to get a degree in health, social sciences, business, or education, Degree Jungle makes it easy for you to find the information you need.

Want to find out which colleges have the best graduation rates, lowest average net price, or best student-to-faculty ratio? Degree Jungle has all that information and more!

Finding the right online college for you can be overwhelming, but the information on Degree Jungle can make the decision a lot easier.

Check out Degree Jungle and take that first step in obtaining your online degree!

The above is an affiliate promotion. Click here for my disclosure policy.

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Coupons for Schick, Dove, Wet Ones, and More!

by Gem

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Here are some new coupons from Coupons.com:

$1.00 off (2) Wet Ones Wipes

$4.00 off Playtex Gentle Glide 360

$4.00 off Hawaiian Tropic suncare product

$1.00 off any one Schick Hydro or shave gel

$5.00 off any one Schick Intuition Refill 6 ct.

$0.75 off one Edge or Skintimate shave gel

$6.00 off two Schick Disposable Razors

$5.00 off one Schick Hydro Razor

$5.00 off one Quattro for Men Razor

$5.00 off one Quattro for Women Razor or Refill

$0.75 off 1 Dove Hair Care Product

The above is an affiliate promotion. Click here for my disclosure policy.

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WW: A Beautiful Brunch View

by Gem

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(photo taken at Orchids @ Halekulani)

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September 20, 2011

Frank's RedHot Thick Sauce Review and Giveaway

by Gem

Whenever we go to Super Bowl parties or any other kind of sports-related get-together, I make spicy boneless chicken wings and they're always a hit. A big reason why they're so popular is because of the sauce we use--Frank's RedHot Original Sauce.

I love Frank's RedHot Original Sauce, so I was very eager to try Frank's RedHot Thick Sauce.

Frank's RedHot Thick Sauce:

Same great taste as Frank’s RedHot Original, but with a thicker consistency
Great for grilling burgers, chicken, ribs, and even corn on the cob
Perfect for dipping appetizers, such as spring rolls, chicken nuggets, French fries, and mozzarella sticks.
Ideal for dipping and spreading

Frank's RedHot Thick Sauce did not disappoint. I've used the sauce on breakfast burritos and nachos, used it as a dipping sauce for chicken nuggets and fries, and I've even used it on casseroles (yes, I LOVE hot sauce).

The consistency of Frank's RedHot Thick Sauce was noticeably thicker, but it still tasted just as good as the Original Sauce.

With football season underway, it'll be great for those times when I make my special spicy boneless chicken wings, and it would also be great in dips and other appetizers.

If you love hot sauce just as much as I do, try Frank's RedHot Thick Sauce!

Win: One lucky winner will win a bottle of Frank's RedHot Thick Sauce.

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to cloud10277!

To enter, comment on what dish/food you'd use Frank's RedHot Thick Sauce on/in.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Frank's RedHot (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
3)Add my button to your sidebar
4)Follow me on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
The deadline for entries is October 4, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 5, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

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September 19, 2011

Coupons for ZarBee's, Bertolli, Scrubbing Bubbles, and More!

by Gem

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Here are a some coupons available on Coupons.com:

The above is an affiliate promotion. Click here for my disclosure policy.

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Hawaiian Time

by Gem

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Locally, a lot of people use the term "Hawaiian Time" to describe arriving late to a function or appointment.

However, not everyone goes by "Hawaiian Time" in Hawaii.

I don't.

I'm usually always early whenever it comes to appointments, parties, or any other kind of meeting.

If I am late for whatever reason (e.g. traffic), I always make sure to call someone to notify him/her.

I admit, now with three kids, it's a bit harder to get to places on time, but we almost always do.

I do have friends that are habitually late and have even worked with people who always came into the office late.

I guess for some "Hawaiian Time" is a way of life.

What about you--are you usually early or late when it comes to meetings/appointments/etc.?

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September 18, 2011

My Emergen-C Kidz Pledge and Giveaway

by Gem

For parents in particular, it can be a challenge to make sure that kids are getting the nutritional health and immune system support they need, let alone in a way they actually enjoy. New Emergen-C Kidz offers all of the fizzy goodness of the original Emergen-C vitamin drink mix, now specially formulated just for kids.

Each pack provides key vitamins and nutrients, which can help support an active kid’s lifestyle.*

It's available in three naturally delicious kid-tested flavors — Fruit Punch, Orange, and Grape.

For every box sold, Emergen-C will donate 25 cents to Vitamin Angels, helping provide essential nutrients to one child for one year, helping reduce childhood mortality worldwide. And, parents can help by taking the My Emergen-C Kidz Pledge at Facebook.com/EmergenC. For every Pledge, Emergen-C will donate an additional 25 cents to Vitamin Angels to help save a life.

So take the pledge--I did! All it takes is a single click! Visit Facebook.com/EmergenC for more information.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a Emergen-C Kidz Prize Pack consisting of a 30-count box Emergen-C Kidz Fruit Punch, Orange, and Grape flavors

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Ericka!

To enter, comment on why you'd like to win.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
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The deadline for entries is October 2, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 3, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
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September 17, 2011

Blurb $75 Gift Code Giveaway

by Gem

I recently posted a review on Blurb, a site through which I made a really beautiful photo book for a gift, and the recipient absolutely loved it.

Here is an excerpt from my review:

Blurb is a company and a community that believes passionately in the joy of books – reading them, making them, sharing them, and selling them.

Holding a finished book with your name on the cover is a truly amazing feeling; it’s one of those experiences everyone should have. As software people, designers, and publishing professionals at the top of our game, we realized something both incredible and obvious: there’s no good reason why it should take tons of time, technical skills, big bucks, or friends in high places to publish a book. Or a zillion books, for that matter.

So we put our minds together, and developed a creative publishing service simple and smart enough to make anyone an author – every blogger, cook, photographer, parent, traveler, poet, pet owner, marketer, everyone. (This means you.)

Blurb offers all kinds of sizes and styles to make photo books which suit a variety of tastes and budgets. You can create a simple, classic book, or create one with all sorts of customization...

After I got my photos in the order and positions I wanted them, I designed the cover and was able to preview the book before I ordered it.

I thought it was great that you're warned if the resolution for printing is too low, therefore you can resize the photo or choose to add another.

The only issue I had with the overall process was that I couldn't find an option to store photos. For example, I deleted the original book I made and wanted to start from scratch, but I could not find an option to drag and drop photos that were previously uploaded, so I uploaded my photos all over again...

Despite that, the overall book-making process was really simple and quick, and once I received the photo book, I was VERY impressed.

The quality was great, and the photos were so nice and clear!

If you want to create a special photo book for yourself or a loved one, visit Blurb, and right now you can save 20% by clicking here.

Win: One lucky winner will receive a $75 gift code to create a Blurb photo book!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to msrodeobrat!

To enter, comment on what subject/occasion you'd make a Blurb photo book for.
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Blurb (leave the link in your comment)
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The deadline for entries is October 1, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 2, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
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By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!

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September 16, 2011

Jake & The Never Land Pirates Soundtrack Giveaway

by Gem

Walt Disney Records is ready to set sail with an album of “pirate rock” music culled from Disney Junior’s #1 series "Jake and The Never Land Pirates." Written and performed by Loren Hoskins and Kevin Hendrickson, aka Sharky and Bones of The Never Land Pirate Band, the album features 18 swashbuckling tracks sure to thrill any young pirate. Also included are downloadable activities and games to plan the perfect pirate party, a Sing-Along version of the show’s theme song and a bonus track from a future episode. The deluxe edition includes a pirate bandanna. The album arrives at stores and online retailers September 20.

The album features a variety of songs that kids and parents can enjoy together. Songs include the kooky, comical "Hot Lava," “Aw Coconuts,” "Pirate Password,” and the arrrghhh-rated “Talk Like a Pirate.” Some songs refer to popular characters in the show, such as “What’s Cookin’ Smee,” "Captain Hook (Is A Cranky Crook)," “Tick Tock Croc” and “Bucky’s Shanty.” Others capture the island spirit of Never Land, such as “Castaway on Pirate Island," "Shipwreck Shuffle" and "Never Sky," as well as the "Jake and the Never Land Pirates" theme song. All songs can be heard in episodes of the show.

"Jake and the Never Land Pirates" is cable's #1 series among Boys 2-5 and is on track to be Disney Channel's #1 preschool series ever. It is the most co-viewed series among all Disney Junior and Nickelodeon series, with 47% of Moms watching with their preschooler. A music-filled interactive treasure hunt, the series introduces a crew of kid pirates – leader Jake and pals Izzy and Cubby – and follows their Never Land adventures as they work to outwit two infamous characters, the one and only Captain Hook and Smee, from Disney's classic "Peter Pan." Every episode features the animated Sharky and Bones characters as they pop up throughout to perform original pirate ditties, and each episode concludes with a live action music video featuring The Never Land Pirate Band.

Shop: You can purchase the Jake & The Never Land Pirates Soundtrack beginning September 20 at various retailers online and nationwide; it is also available for pre-order on Amazon.com (SRP $12.47).

Win: Three lucky winners will receive a copy of Jake & The Never Land Pirates Soundtrack!

***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

Congratulations to Diana D, SimplySavvy, Gladys M!

To enter, comment on why you'd like to win!
You’ll get one extra entry each if you do any of the following (be sure to leave a comment for each “entry”):
1)Blog about this giveaway and link back to Sage and Savvy and Jake & The Never Land Pirates (leave the link in your comment)
2)Subscribe to my feed
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5)Tweet this giveaway--you may tweet once per day based on HST (leave the link in your comment)
6)Follow Disney Music on Twitter (leave your Twitter name in your comment)
The deadline for entries is September 30, 2011, 11:59pm HST.
If you submitted an eligible entry and it is chosen by random.org as the winner, you will be notified via email on or about October 1, 2011 (make sure your email address is in your profile or comment and be sure to check your junk/spam, etc. folders) and will have 3 days to respond.
Valid for US addresses only.
By entering in this giveaway, you have read and agreed to Sage and Savvy’s policies regarding giveaways.
Good luck!