The Looney Tunes Show: Season 1, Volume 2...R&G!

Earlier this month a new DVD was released featuring that wacky cast of characters from the Looney Tunes.  The Looney Tunes Show:  Season 1, Volume 2 is sure to bring on the laughs for the whole family.  Here is the scoop...

Synopsis:  This half-hour animated comedy series starring Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck is no longer confined to 7-minute shorts. Bugs and Daffy are out of the woods and living in the suburbs among such colorful neighbors as Yosemite Sam, Granny, Tweety and Sylvester. In addition to each episode’s main story, The Looney Tunes Show also features “cartoons within a cartoon.” The Tasmanian Devil, Speedy Gonzales, Marvin the Martian and other classic characters sing original songs in two-minute music videos called Merrie Melodies . The legendary Looney Tunes cartoons are getting a 21st century relaunch and a CGI overhaul for a new generation.  4 new episodes on DVD for the first time.

I loved watching The Looney Tunes when I was a kid and I still get a kick out their antics as I watch with my own children.  Silliness can get you giggling at any age and the gang from the Looney Tunes are  pros at getting people to giggle!  If you are looking for something fun that you can watch with the kids (or without!!) pick up The Looney Tunes how:  Season 1, Volume 2 today!!

I am so  pleased to tell you that Warner Bros is giving one lucky RBM reader a copy of this hilarious DVD!  Thanks Warner Bros and here is how to enter...

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Gift Guide: Doodle Roll Coloring Kit (Review & Giveaway)

"The Doodle Roll is a fun, hands on, creative, on the go coloring kit for children 3+. Create a birthday banner, draw your favorite animals, or play a game, your options are endless!"

Kids love to color and draw, so I knew my kids would really enjoy the Doodle Roll. We received one 4" and one 6" Doodle Roll to review and my girls just think they are so much fun!

We brought these when we went out to eat and my kids were occupied the entire time, it was awesome. My brother who is majoring in art helped a little too!

 

Why parents love the Doodle Roll:

• Creative. Let's your child's creativeness come to life!
• Compact. Can fit in your purse.
• Portable. Bring with you to the doctors, restaurants, bank, church...
• Inventive. "Art Station To Go" - Everything you need in One Kit!
• Inexpensive
• Easy & Convenient. Pull out the paper and you are ready to go. When you're finished, tear off the paper or roll it back up.
• Available in Two Sizes

I loved the fact that the paper stayed on the table because it was one long attached roll. I am regularly climbing under the table picking up my daughter's dropped papers, so this was fantastic, especially since I am pregnant and my body just doesn't want to bend that far right now!

 Another perk to the Doodle Roll was that my girls could share it. My youngest normally always wants what her sister has, so it has been a great way for them to share. The roll is very easy to use. The paper pulls out very easily and stays flat on the table. There is a handy crayon holder that the crayons can be placed back into when your kids are finished. The Doodle Roll is an overall handy crayon kit that makes traveling and play time a lot more fun!

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winners

I am not on my usual computer but here are some giveaway winners:

CONGRATS

Nichole for winning the Mindware Giveaway,

Brandon... the Dog with a Blog for winning the Moonlight Feather Giveaway,

Courtney B. for winning the Beba Bean Giveaway,

Lady M. for winning the Perplexus Giveaway,

Laura for winning the Chick-fil-A Giveaway,

Kaelakins & Shanadleonrye for winning the What To Expect Giveaway!!

I've sent you all emails and can't wait to hear back from you and send you your prizes!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

UglySofa.Com....Review!

Before we talk about anything else, can we please address the super awesome name of the website, UglySofa.Com??  How great is that??  I mean, doesn't it just conjure up visions of the most delightfully awful couches?  A+ for that alone! 

Have you heard of UglySofa.Com?  They sell fabulous slipcovers from a popular brand (referred to as Brand X) at a deeply discounted price.  If you have an ugly sofa you need to visit www.uglysofa.com!  Here is bit more background on the company from their site...
 

We carry popular name brand catalog slipcovers at unbeatable pricing. These slipcovers are high end and are known for their durability and great fit. We got these slipcovers at deep discounts and we want to pass the savings on to you. 

Brand "X" is so named (by us) because we "X" out the name brand tags in order to prevent returns to this brand. You would see their catalog on coffee tables around the country as a "symbol of status". You would find their stores in exclusive upscale shopping destinations and their website is one of the most popular home decor sites on the internet. High end, high quality, best loose-fit slipcovers in the world (in our opinion).

Great concept right?  I mean, let's face it, lots of companies like Brand X (and Y and Z for that matter!) charge outrageous prices that most families can't afford.  I am all for someone like UglySofa.Com stepping in to help pretty up my space for a fraction of the price!  The goods at UglySofa.Com are not limited to slipcovers either.  They have all sorts of fun and fashionable things for the home.  Right now they are featuring their Christmas Stockings and I was lucky enough to receive one.

Now, I actually have family Christmas Stockings from Brand X in the red and white gingham pattern so I could easily compare.  UglySofa.Com sent me one of their stockings featuring an adorable dog (we are getting a dog....yippeee!!) on the same red and white gingham theme we have from Brand X.  The Christmas Stocking from UglySofa.Com and Brand X are the same.  Really the same.  Quality, craftmanship, color....all the same!  You know what is different?  The price!  Right now you can buy a huge variety of Christmas Stocking for $4.99 .  That is flat out amazing!  You can't even get those cheap felt ones for under $5 in most places!  I know I am late in the game telling you about these for this year but stock up for next year now.  You will be so happy you did!!  These really enhance your Christmas decor.  Visit www.uglysofa.com and order today.


While you are there be sure to check out their other areas of fabulousness.  I am currently drooling over and getting ready to buy an adorable chair for Little R's room.  I just have to pick a favorite!  Happy Shopping!

Jerry Rice and Nitus Dog Football Wii Game Review!

Do you have football fans in your house?  What about dog fans?  Wii fans?  I think everyone falls into at least one of these categories.  My family falls into all three so I was really excited to share the Wii game, Jerry Rice and Nitus Dog Football with the kiddos.  Here is the scoop...

Developed for the Nintendo Wii system, Jerry Rice and Nitus’ Dog Football is an innovative family-friendly title that uniquely blends everyone’s favorite genres - pets and sports - into an action-sports game for players of all ages. The multi-player title allows up to four users to participate in the ultimate pet sports experience.  Designed for both male and female gamers, players assume the identity of 14 characters, including Rock Star Rob, Surf Pro Sandy and Flea-Bo the Clown.  Each character takes the field as quarterback and is assigned a team of seven canine companions, who they direct via Wiimote instructing their teammates to throw, dodge, jump and swim to victory.

Teams can be built from more than 20 popular breeds, including golden retrievers, boxers, chihuahuas and poodles who complete crossing patterns all over the field.  Players can customize members of their team by choosing from countless character, uniform, hat and shoe options. The game features 12 unconventional playing fields, from Tahiti to outer space.  Fierce and fun competition fuels players to go for championship status and the ultimate prize - the Golden Fire Hydrant. 

"Nitus and I are very excited that our game, 'Jerry Rice and Nitus Dog Football,' is coming out just in time for the football season," Rice said. "This is a really fun game that will bring the whole family together for hours of great gridiron action."

Jerry Rice and Nitus Dog Football is a great way for video game-loving parents to introduce their children to sports gaming—it features an easy "pick up and play" interface that allows even new fans to call and execute sensational passing and running plays.

"We've combined two of America's favorite things—dogs and sports—into one exciting interactive experience," said JUDOBABY CEO Dan Mueller. "Our developers have done a fantastic job making 'Jerry Rice and Nitus Dog Football' into a great single- and multi-player game for fans of all ages."

Jerry Rice and Nitus Dog Football, for the Nintendo Wii, is now available at a value price in GameStop and other retail and online locations nationwide.  The title is the company’s flagship game and the first release in the new Pets Sports League franchise, and is rated E for everyone by the ESRB.  For more information visit www.judobaby.com.
 

Our take? Fun, fun, fun!  This game is more for the kids but it is fun for the parents too.  My guys were on the young side for this at just 5 but with help they had a blast.  Picking out different sorts of dog was a big thrill and the variety of locations also made it exciting.  The graphics were a lot of fun and very life like.  I also thought it was a good way to introduce the ins and outs of the game of football to children (and their mothers in our case!!).  Great game and great fun for the whole family.  Wrap it up in time for Christmas by heading out to GameStop or order today from Amazon...

Welcome Wednesday 12/20-12/27

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Secret Santa Sucess!

I am about to take off for some holiday travels tomorrow but I just wanted to express how much I enjoyed our

Secret Santa Event

We got some AMAZING submissions and were able to give packages to 14 FAMILIES!
   During all the hard work I did for the event, I became overwhelmed with emotions and reading all the touching stories shared.  Families who lost their homes to fires, families sticken with cancer and piling up medical bills, families who have been devistated by deaths and more! 

Giving to those in need is what the holidays are all about!!  I personally was able to deliver packages to few families and I can't even tell you how much joy filled my heart seeing them so grateful for the gifts given.  Even though I sincerely wish I could have given more (trust me if I was rich, I would!), I know that what Jaime and I were able to give and what our gracious sponsors donated, were all very appreciated!

Thank you for your submissions and for thinking of the families in their times of need!  We hope everyone has a happy, safe, and enjoyable holiday season and we will see you next year with some big changes--it will be a new year and a new outlook to our blog and we know you will love it! 

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Gift Guide: Bright Starts Pretty in Pink Pull & Play Pig REVIEW

My 5-month old baby is in the stage where she wants to grab everything and put it in her mouth.  It is important that I get her soft, safe, and durable toys for her to play with.

I was sent a Bright Starts Pretty in Pink Pull & Play Pig and think it makes for an excellent holiday gift for babies!  The Pretty in Pink Pull & Play Pig is super cute and fun!  You can pull the pig’s tail to make it wiggle around!  My daughter loves the to feel the vibrations from pulling the tail and is so intrigued by the feature.  I've actually used it a few times to calm her down and get her to stop crying.  She instantly becomes interested in the toy and distracted from the crying.  Something that I like about this toy is that it is soft and plush.  I have seen similar wiggle toys that are made from harder plastic and which seem a little on the dangerous side.  I can just picture damage done from a hard toy like this in my 2-year-old boy's hands--he loves to throw anything that resembles a ball!  The fact that the Bright Starts Pretty in Pink Pull & Play Pig is plush is great!  It makes it much more enjoyable to my baby and the added textures and crinkle ears make the toy completely entertaining for her! 

Overall, it is a great toy--cute, safe, fun, and a perfect gift item!

BUY IT:

You can purchase the Bright Starts Pretty in Pink Pull & Play Pig at Target, Toys R Us, Walmart, & Amazon.com

*A portion of the proceeds from this item supports breast cancer charities

I was not compensated for this review. I receive product(s) for free so that I can provide my insight and experience. These are my honest opinions. Your experience may vary.

Listening Lounge: James Morrison album The Awakening REVIEW

I am such a music junkie!  So when new artists come my way--I'm all about giving them a try!  I was recently sent a copy of James Morrison's album The Awakening to review.

This album is a reflection of James Morrison's personal awakening in life.  He recently became a father but also lost his own father to a long battle with alcoholism and depression.  James took his deep emotions and channeled them into this new album.  The result is a collection of soulful songs which resonate within others.

I really enjoyed listening to The Awakening.  I was captivated by Morrison's unique, soultry voice and meaningful songwriting!  The collections of songs contained such a varied range of sound and feelings.  From bright and upbeat to the raw and emotional, The Awakening is definitely one of those "soundtracks of life" which I think everyone can relate to in some aspect.  A few of my favorite tracks from the album include: Beautiful Life, The Awakening, One Life, Slave to the Music, and Up (ok so I pretty much like all of them so it was hard to choose favorites).

James Morrison has taken the UK by storm and now it he is venturing to the US as well!  He has already sold TONS of albums and I can see why!  His music resonates beautifully!

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Check out James Morrison's website for purchasing information on The Awakening

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Gift Guide: Arm & Hammer Stocking Stuffers

I'm hoping most of you have all of your holiday shopping done by now.  But, if you are looking for those last minute stocking stuffers--you may want to head over to the toothbrush aisle!  That's right, despite what you first think, toothbrushes make awesome gifts for adults and children! 

I have found that the holidays are the perfect time to give new toothbrushes to the family!  Everyone really enjoys getting the new and fun toothbrushes and using them in the new year!  Arm & Hammer toothbrushes have been keeping my family happy over the last few years and we all seem to really enjoy the various toothbrushes they offer for our entire family!

My husband and I are huge fans of the Spinbrushes!  We have been using the Arm & Hammer Spinbrush Sonic Recharges and really love them!  This year I got to try another great toothbrush out...the Spinbrush Pro Whitening.  This Spinbrush Pro Whitening toothbrush "features an innovative whitening bristle system that delivers clinically whiter teeth in 14 days.  The dual-action brush head and whitening bristles gently polish away surface stains as it cleans."  I have really enjoyed using the new battery-powered toothbrush and seeing it brighten my smile!

My son also got to receive a new toothbrush... the boys Spinbrush My Way! Battery-powered Toothbrush!  These toothbrushes are so kid-friendly and after my daughter got hers last year, we couldn't wait for them to come out with the boys edition!  The Spinbrush My Way! toothbrushes come with "more than 140 boy and girl-centric stickers, which can be used to customize the toothbrush’s handle. For boys, stickers feature sports, out-of-this-world robots, and awesome vehicles. Girls’ stickers include fun phrases, loveable animals and princess accessories. In addition, each toothbrush includes a set of letter stickers so that kids can put their name onto the handle as a warning to siblings to keep their hands off." 


For maintaning those beautiful smiles over the holidays and beyond...grab some Arm & Hammer toothbrushes!

BUY IT:

All Arm & Hammer Spinbrush products are available nationally at most food and drug chains and mass merchants. You may want to try some of the larger stores like Walmart, Target, CVS, Walgreens, Sam’s Club, BJ’s Wholesale Club, K-Mart, or Rite Aid if you're having trouble finding it.

I was not compensated for this review. I receive product(s) for free so that I can provide my insight and experience. These are my honest opinions. Your experience may vary.

Gift Guide: Jillie Willie Review & GIVEAWAY

Jillie Willie is the place to go for adorable, chic gifts!  It is one of my favorite places to get gifts for my girl friends and family!  They are constantly switching up all of their amazing collections, keeping their items new, fresh, and fun!

I was so happy when I got a chance to review the Jillie Willie Aquq Paparazzi Bag.  This tote bag is not only super roomy, but is also super stylish and fun!  The layers of cascading ruffles and big bows make it perfect for fashionistas on the go!  You can take it practically anywhere and carry anything you want inside!   Besides the cute ruffles and gorgeous color, my favorite feature is the strap.  You can tie it to whatever length you want and it is super cute tied as a bow.  I think I know why it is called the Paparazzi bag, because it definitely catches the eyes of others!

Jillie Willie has perfected the ruffle!  Their gorgeous aprons, bags, and leggings (aka Mollies) are fashionably adorned with them!

I just love all the various styles, rich, vibrant colors, and designs of Jillie Willie products!  Make sure you check out their Deal of the Week items!  You can get some fanastic items at great sale prices!

BUY IT:
Stop by the Jillie Willie website to do some holiday shopping

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Jillie Willie is giving away AN ADULT SIZE HANDCART GIRL APRON!!

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more great wins

CONGRATULATIONS

Angie Lily for winning the Table Topics Giveaway

& Stefley for winning The Orb Factory Giveaway!