Saturday, May 14, 2016

Whose Story Is This, Anyway? - Children's Book #Review & #Giveaway! (U.S.) Ends 5/30


Everyone loves a good story, but the qualifications of what makes a story great differ from reader to reader. Whose Story Is This, Anyway? by debut picture book author Mike Flaherty explores this idea with a hilarious clash of genres unlike anything you’ve ever seen.

Our humble narrator thinks he’s got a great story for you, but he barely begins before he’s interrupted . . . by a scallywag pirate with a thrilling legend of mermaids and sea monsters! Soon an entire cast of colorful characters—including a hungry dinosaur, an alien bent on world domination, and a heroic knight—derails the boy’s saga. Everyone has a tale to tell—but if they can all get on the same page, this might turn out to be the best story ever!

About the Author:
Mike Flaherty is an author and occasional hockey coach trying to keep up with his two kids and rather voracious cats. His secret lair is hidden somewhere in New Albany, OH, and he would be the world’s greatest super-villain if he could figure out how to get his Doomsday Device working. Until then, he’ll just keep writing stories.

Oriol Vidal is an illustrator and storyboard artist based in Barcelona, Spain. He graduated from UB Barcelona with a degree in Fine Arts. Including illustrating books and magazines, Oriol has worked in animation where he developed character designs and storyboards for clients in the US, France, UK, South Korea, and Spain. He happily works and lives with his little daughter, his wife, his cat, and his rowdy budgie.

My Review:
This book is so cute, and so hilarious. It was super cool to read this book with my children. The message is great and grand! Your story just isn't about you and what you like and what you do. Your story is about your adventures in life and those characters and people around you who help make your life a grand adventure!

Win It!

Enter below using the Giveaway Tools form for a chance to win a copy of "Whose Story Is This, Anyway?" - Children's Book! Giveaway is open to residents who live in the main 48 continental United States, 18 years of age or older. No P.O. Boxes.



Disclosure: I received a copy of "Whose Story Is This, Anyway?" children's book, in exchange for my product review post. No other compensation was exchanged or received.

Low Entry #Giveaways Ending Tonight, Saturday 5/14!

None Like Him: 10 Ways God is Different From Us - book (@10pm CST) - U.S. - A Day in the Life of Diapered Madness *GT

Orkin Mosquito Summer Scientist Pack - U.S. - Outside the Box Mom *RC

Lilla Rose Hair Clip of Your Choice - U.S. - The Girl with the Spider Tattoo *GL

"The Railwayman’s Wife" by Ashley Hay - paperback book - U.S. - The Maiden's Court *RC

The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies Digital Code - Worldwide - Lazy Day Literature *RC

Gamer Girl Monthly May Box - U.S. - Katsyxo *RC

French Bull Glamo Camo Dinnerware + Platter Set - U.S. - Grill Girl *RC

Raised Bed Vegetable Gardening Book, package of beet seeds, package of garden bean seeds and package of carrot seeds - U.S. - Home Garden Joy *RC

Two Tickets to BrickFair NE 2016 LEGO Fan Festival (2 Winners) (@10:59pm CST) - Boston Area or near there - Java John Z's *GT


Over 250 Entries:
The Little Girl Who Lost Her Voice - children's book (@5pm CST) - All 50 U.S. States/CAN - Naturally Made With Love *GT

Alkaline Water (@10:59pm CST) - U.S. - Beyond Attachement Parenting *GT

The League and the Lantern - children's book - U.S. - Carter Chaos *GT

Hallmark Mother’s Day Gift Package - U.S. - Woven by Words *RC

Friday, May 13, 2016

Low Entry #Giveaways Ending Tonight, Friday 5/13!

Car Jump Starter & Power Bank with 3 USB Ports (@9am CST) - U.S. - Toolbox Techies *GT

Orkin Summer Scientist Bug Catching Kit - U.S. - Airplanes and Dragonflies *GT

Orkin Summer Scientist Bug Catching Kits - U.S. - Saving Toward a Better Life *RC

None Like Him - book - All 50 U.S. States/CAN - Try It-Like It *RC

Jen Wilkin's gorgeous book, NONE LIKE HIM - All 50 U.S. States - Finch N Wren *GT

Custom set of Four Crochet Dishcloths - U.S. - TahDah Mommy *GL

Shea Moisture goodie bag with 3 products from the Peace Rose Oil Complex Collection (10 Winners, I think) - U.S. - Simple Savings For Atlanta Moms

$100 Visa Gift Card, Money Monster t-shirt and a Money Monster poster - U.S. - Couponing with Rachel

Nimnik Baby Carrier - U.S. - Mama's Little Minions *GT

One Pair of Plus Sized Du North Leggings - U.S. - Mama's Little Minions *GT


Over 250 Entries:
Sesame Street / Stomp DVDs - U.S. - Teaching Children Music *RC

NeoCell 3 TOP Products - U.S. - Fitness Forthe Rest of Us *RC

Chicken Soup for the Soul: For Mom, with Love (Paperback) (3 Winners) - U.S. - Susan Heim on Parenting *RC

Thursday, May 12, 2016

LEGO Scooby Doo: Haunted Hollywood Movie #Review & #Giveaway! (U.S.) Ends 5/29

Disclosure: I received a copy of "Lego Scooby Doo: Haunted Hollywood" on Blu-Ray/DVD combo pack in exchange for my review and giveaway post. No other compensation was exchanged or received. Warner Bros. Home Video provided me with some of the materials I used in this Blog Post/Giveaway. The opinions I share are my own.




Own it on Blu-ray™ Combo, DVD & Digital HD Today!

Oooh Hollywood! The glitz, the glam...the Headless Horseman?! Join your favorite K-9 sleuth, Scooby-Doo, along with Shaggy and the Mystery Inc. gang as they find themselves in a tinsel-town twist!

While on a VIP tour of the legendary Brickton Studios, Scooby and friends get a first-hand experience of the rumored hauntings when classic movie monsters drop in for a creepy casting call. There's only one way to solve this thriller and save the aging studio - it's Mystery Inc's movie magic time!

Grab your Scooby Snacks and hop in the director's chair for this all-new LEGO® movie!




My Review:
We love LEGO movies and Scooby Doo! I grew up watching the Scooby Doo cartoons on television back in the 70's and 80's. They were my favorite cartoons when I was little. I love that LEGO is helping to reintroduce Scooby Doo to a whole new generation of children, including my own. I loved in the end that the Velma unmasked the villans/mosters. It was awesome! She moved the heads around of the Lego characters to show who the monsters chasing them really were. My eight year old son loved it and watched it all the way through. My girls are six and three, they got bored with it quickly.

Enter below using the Giveaway Tools form for a chance to Win your own copy of "Lego Scooby Doo: Haunted Hollywood" on Blu-Ray/DVD Combo Pack! Giveaway open to residents who live in the main 48 continental United States only, 18 years of age or older. No P.O.Boxes. Giveaway ends 5/29!

Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors DVD #Review & #Giveaway! (U.S.) 5/29 #CoatOfManyColors #DollyParton


"Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors" is based on the inspiring true story of living legend Dolly Parton's remarkable upbringing. This once-in-a-lifetime movie special takes place inside the tight-knit Parton family as they struggle to overcome devastating tragedy and discover the healing power of love, faith and a raggedy patchwork coat that helped make Parton who she is today.

The film is set in the Tennessee Great Smoky Mountains in 1955. It is neither a biopic nor a musical about Dolly's whole life and performing career, but rather a family-oriented faith-based story about the incidents in her and her family's life around the time she was nine years old.

Alyvia Alyn Lind will portray nine-year-old Dolly Parton, with Jennifer Nettles as Parton's mother, Ricky Schroder as her father and Gerald McRaney as her grandfather.

"Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors" is written by Pamela K. Long. She executive produces with Sam Haskell and Dolly Parton. The film is a production of Magnolia Hill Entertainment and DP Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.



My Review:
I have watched Dolly Parton's "Coat of Many Colors" twice. The first time I watched it on TV live, by myself. The second time that it was on TV, I watched it with my three children ages 8, 6 and 3. I wanted them to see it. I felt that the movie tells a story about pushing through when life gets tough. It also tells children to be themselves and to be a great friend, and to get to know people for who they are and to not judge them, because you don't know where they come from, unless you take the time to get to know them. The messages in the story of Dolly Parton's "Coat of Many Colors" is for everyone, young and old. And the music in the movie is awesome! There is also a Holiday Sequel in the works!!!

Purchase your copy today or enter to Win your own copy below!

Enter below using the Giveaway Tools form for a chance to win your own copy of "Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors" on DVD! Giveaway is open to residents in the main continental United States only, 18 years of age or older. No P.O. Boxes.


Disclosure: I received a copy of Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors on DVD in exchange for my review and giveaway post. No other compensation was received or exchanged.

Check Out Hard Rock Cafe’s World Burger Tour! #Giveaway (U.S.) Ends 6/5 #worldburgertour

Disclosure: The information, gift card, gift pack and giveaway have been provided to me by Hard Rock International.



Looking to say bon voyage and let your taste buds take flight on a memorable culinary experience? You won’t have to travel any further than your local Hard Rock Cafe for this year’s World Burger Tour! To kick off burger season, Hard Rock Cafe locations are celebrating with a menu showcasing international Local Legendary™ Burgers. From the English Breakfast Burger inspired by London to the Jamaican Jerk Burger inspired by Montego Bay, there’s something for every palate. (World Burger Tour menus may vary by location; guests should consult their local cafe for a full list of featured burgers.). For more information, go to www.worldburgertour.com.

Hard Rock Cafe locations in North America are celebrating the start of burger season with a menu showcasing international Local Legendary™ Burgers. The limited-time World Burger Tour menu is available now through Thursday, June 30, 2016. This year, Hard Rock is also offering a literal World Burger Tour, a travel package that takes the most adventurous burger enthusiasts on the road (and the skies) to sample offerings from the World Burger Tour menu at Hard Rock Cafe locations in London, Athens, Buenos Aires and Seattle!


Backstage Burger Pass
Hard Rock gives chefs at their cafes the freedom to create a unique Local Legendary Burger that captures the flavors of their city. This year more than 160 local burgers were evaluated by Hard Rock’s culinary team with fan favorites selected to headline the World Burger Tour menu.

Throughout May and June, Hard Rock Cafe menus* will feature the following World Burger Tour offerings:


· English Breakfast Burger (London, England) – a Certified Angus Beef® patty topped with sliced ham, a sausage patty, a fried egg, a portobello mushroom, arugula and garlic aioli and served with a side of baked beans

· Java Lava Burger (Seattle, United States) – a Certified Angus Beef patty grilled and dressed in a house-made espresso rub and topped with lava sauce, crunchy java onions, bacon, melted Cheddar cheese and garnished with a fried jalapeño

· Tandoori Chicken Burger (Mumbai, India) – a dark meat chicken patty seasoned with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, topped with mint mayonnaise and served with a side of cucumber

· Jamaican Jerk Burger (Montego Bay, Jamaica) – a Certified Angus Beef patty topped with banana pepper rings, mango jalapeño cream cheese and jerk mayonnaise


· ATOMIC! Burger (Las Vegas, United States) – a Certified Angus Beef patty topped with Atomic beer-battered peppers, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, garlic chipotle ketchup and chipotle mayonnaise

· Tango Salsa Burger (Buenos Aires, Argentina) – a Certified Angus Beef patty topped with andouille sausage, Monterey Jack cheese, chips de batata, a fried egg, salsa criolla and garlic aioli

· Greek Burger (Athens, Greece) – a Certified Angus Beef patty topped with arugula, feta cheese and a tomato slice

· Aloha Burger (Honolulu, United States) – a Certified Angus Beef patty topped with SPAM, Monterey Jack cheese, a grilled pineapple ring with sweet soy glaze, guacamole and pico de gallo


Hard Rock Cafe has created cocktails that perfectly complement World Burger Tour offerings. Served in Hard Rock’s iconic mason jars, adult guests can order with the suggested pairing or mix it up with any other burger from the limited-time menu. New cocktails include:

· All Jacked Up – created to balance the Jamaican Jerk Burger’s spicy flair, this cocktail features a mix of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, PJ, Orgeat and lime juice, garnished with orange and pineapple wedges and a cherry

· Crisp Sipper – inspired by the Aloha Burger’s sweet and savory taste, this cocktail features a mix of Hendrick’s gin, Monin Cucumber, lemon, orange and raspberry, topped with tonic and garnished with rosemary and thyme

· MelonPalooza – designed to complement the fresh flavors of the Greek Burger, this cocktail features a mix of Midori Melon Liqueur, Malibu Rum, Hard Rock’s house-made sour mix and PJ, garnished with slices of pineapple and strawberry

· Sweet & Fiery – inspired by the ATOMIC! Burger’s spicy flavor, this cocktail features a mix of Absolut Peppar Vodka, Canton Ginger Liquor, Blue Curacao, lemonade and ginger beer, garnished with a red pepper

· Black Cherry Melonade (non-alcoholic) – created to complement the rich espresso of the Java Lava Burger, this mocktail features a mix of Black Cherry Real and Monin Cucumber, topped with ginger beer, garnished with a cucumber slice and a cherry



Burger Tour for the Roadie
· For those a little more hungry, Hard Rock will bring its menu to life and offer a unique burger experience that takes guests’ taste buds on an international journey

· Hard Rock, in conjunction with global experience agency Infrared, is offering a World Burger Tour travel package that includes stops at iconic cities including London, England; Athens, Greece; Buenos Aires, Argentina; and Seattle, United States. This four-stop, once-in-a-lifetime excursion celebrates the cities that inspired Hard Rock’s World Burger Tour

· The World Burger Tour travel package is a private, 10-night trip that includes flights, first class hotel accommodations, ground transportation and exclusive dining and music experiences at Hard Rock Cafe locations in each city not typically available to the public.

Visit your local Hard Rock Cafe to experience the World Burger Tour before June 30th! Connect with the Hard Rock Cafe on Twitter and for more information, go to the Hard Rock Burger Tour Website!

Enter below for a chance to Win a branded Hard Rock Cafe gift pack which will include: One (1) Oven Mitt, One (1) Apron and One (1) Spatula! Giveaway is open to residents who live in all 50 U.S. States, 18 years of age or older, no P.O. Boxes. Only one Entrant per household. Giveaway ends 6/5/16 at midnight, CST).

Low Entry #Giveaways Ending Tonight, Thursday 5/12!

Tailwind Nutrition 5 stick packs - U.S. - Taking the Long Way Home *RC

Amazing Grass Protein Superfood - U.S. - Plant Based Runner *RC

Heated Hair Brush Straightener - U.S. - Mommy Loving Free Stuff *GT

Three 3" Custom Monogram or Name Decals of your choice from SmittenInAMitten Etsy shop - U.S. - Smitten In A Mitten *FB *RC

Car Jump Starter & Power Bank with 3 USB Ports (5/13 @9am CST) - U.S. - Toolbox Techies *GT

Set of 3 Safety Tags ($29 value)


Over 250 Entries:
A Perfect Picnic Gift Set - U.S. - The B Keeps Us Honest *RC

$10 Paypal Cash - Worldwide - Gym Craft Laundry *RC

PlanetBox Shuttle Kit - U.S. - Tales of a Mountain Mama *RC

eBook of "The Perilous Journey of the Not So Innocuous Girl" & an eGallery of "The Perilous Journey of the Much Too Spontaneous Girl" - Worldwide - Susan Heim on Writing *RC

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Low Entry #Giveaways Ending Tonight, Wednesday 5/11!

DOTTI Bluetooth Pixel Light Show (ARV $70) (@10am CST) - All 50 U.S. States - Healthy Moms Magazine

Why We Came To The City - book - U.S. - Angela's Library *RC

WooBamboo - Single bamboo adult toothbrush and a 2 pack of bamboo children's toothbrushes - U.S. - Mama's Little Minions *GT

Package of Baby Magic bath products - U.S. - The Mommy Factor *RC


Over 250 Entries:
Three Free Purex plus Clorox 2 coupons - All 50 U.S. States - We Got the Funk *RC

$50 towards your purchase at Chadwick’s of Boston - U.S. - The Simple Moms *RC

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Groovy Girls Plush Doll #Giveaway! (U.S.) Ends 5/23


Enter using the GLEAM form on Momma Without a Clue, for a chance to Win a Groovy Girls plush Doll of your choice!

Giveaway is open to residents in all 50 U.S. States, no P.O. Boxes, 18 years of age or older.

Giveaway ends on May 23rd, at midnight!

Low Entry #Giveaways Ending Tonight, Tuesday 5/10!

Wonders of Creation - Adult Coloring book (@8pm CST) - US/CAN - Gypsy Road *GT

Orkin Summer Scientist Bug Catching Kit - U.S. - In Our Spare Time *RC

Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Joy of Less - book (3 Winners) - U.S. - Hanging Off the Wire *RC

Pfizer Pediatric bundle - U.S. - The B Keeps Us Honest *RC

Set of Kwik Stix 12pk Art Markers - All 50 U.S. States - Finch N Wren *GT

$10 Paypal cash - All 50 U.S. States/CAN - We Got the Funk *RC

Paperback copy of "After the Fire," by Jane Casey - All 50 U.S. States - Books I Think You Should Read *GL

$25 AMEX Gift Card, Pampers wipes & Pampers Easy Ups - U.S. - Making Time for Mommy

ESV Devotional Family Bible - U.S. - Girls in White Dresses *RC

YogaWarrior 365 DVD set ($99 value) - U.S. - Rhonda Berlin


Over 250 Entries:
Orkin Summer Scientist Bug Catching Kit (@1pm CST) - U.S. - Shannon's View from Here *GT

Orkin Summer Scientist Bug Catching Kit - U.S. - Coupons and Lesson Plans *RC

Mamma Chia Products Pkg ($50 value) - U.S. - Happily Blended *RC

Pair of Escapeejay jammies and a plush Jay Doll - U.S. - The Simple Moms *RC

Sport Squeeze Reusable Squeeze Pouch - U.S. - Heck of a Bunch *RC

Coupon For A Free Bottle Of Purex Plus Clorox 2 Detergent - U.S. - Parental Perespective *RC

Kwik Stix 12 pk - U.S. - Greatly Blessed *RC

Monday, May 9, 2016

Low Entry #Giveaways Ending Tonight, Monday 5/9!

SkinClinical Advanced Healing Cream (@10am CST) - All 50 U.S. States - Healthy Moms Magazine

"The Girl from the Paradise Ballroom" by Alison Love - book - US/CAN - Mom's Small Victoies *RC

JOY movie on Blu-Ray/DVD - U.S. - Hanging Off the Wire *RC

$25 Paypal - U.S. - Last Mom *RC


Over 250 Entries:
I See Me! Personalized Book: On the Day You Were Born - U.S. - Teddy Out-Ready *RC

Wall-Ah Wall Decal Theme of your Choice - U.S. - The Naptime Reviewer *RC

THE INHERITANCE (Secrets of the Shetlands Series) by Michael Phiillips - U.S. - Chat with Vera *RC

Sunday, May 8, 2016

Low Entry #Giveaways Ending Tonight, Sunday 5/8!

Jen Wilkin's "None Like Him" - 10 Ways God is Different From Us (and why that's a good thing) - book (@6pm CST) - U.S. - Sandy's POV *GL

Dune Jewelry Necklace (@10:59pm CST) - All 50 U.S. States - As Mom Sees It *RC

$25 GC to Main Event (locations here) (@11pm CST) - U.S. - Mommy Snippets *GT

McFarlane Toys Game of Thrones” Iron Throne Room Construction Set - U.S. - Gaynycdad

Entenmann’s Little Bites Snackin’ Bites Prize Package - U.S. - Gaynycdad

Nickelodeon DVD’s Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 DVD - U.S. - Gaynycdad

New Animated British Spy Show, Danger Mouse on Netflix - U.S. - Gaynycdad

The Penderwicks - children's book - U.S.- Christy's Cozy Corners *RC

Orkin Summer Scientist Bug Catching Kit - U.S. - Parenting With Purpose *RC

Sterling Silver MOM Disk Charm Necklace - U.S. - Adventures with Kiddos *RC

Orkin Summer Scientist Bug Catching Kit - U.S. - Parenting With Purpose Too *RC

"Dear Santa, Love, Rachel" Rosenstein by Amanda Peet & Andrea Troyer - children' book and Buck Denver Asks “What’s in the Bible?” Vol 2, Let My People Go: Exodus DVD - U.S. - Just Commonly *RC


Over 250 Entries:
Eli's Cheesecake (@10:59pm CST) - U.S. - Adventures with Kiddos *GT

Kidz Bop Greatest Hits CD - All 50 U.S. States - Try It-Like It *RC

NONE LIKE HIM: 10 WAYS GOD IS DIFFERENT FROM US (and why that’s a good thing) Author: Jill Wilkin - book - U.S. - Chat with Vera *RC

“The Knowing Book” by Rebecca Kai Dotlich (hardcover) - U.S. - Susan Heim on Parenting *RC

Charlie’s Rainy Day, A New Leash on Life, Jasper of Plumrose Farm and Outside: A Guide to Discovering Nature - children's books - US/CAN - Rockin' Book Reviews *RC