Valentine Ideas!

I haven't heard from any of you yet. I really would love to do a post Feb 1 on cheap and creative valentine ideas. These could be anything for you kids, spouse or loved ones. What have you done in the past? What do you plan on doing the year?
For details please go to this link and it will tell you where to send your ideas. Thank you so much for all of your support. I love my followers and readers! Go here!

Thanks,
Mama Snow

Win a Book Starring Your Child! (CLOSED)

This giveaway is part of the Bloggy Carnival ! Be sure to check out other great giveaways there!



I am a strong believer in getting your child involved in reading at a young age. This can really benifit their future and education. I am the first to say it is not always easy to get them to sit still and listen or even focus on a book. But if you can find the right book to get them excited about reading, that may be the first step. This is why I am so excited to introduce you to our next giveaway sponcer, "Me Media Kids".
When introducing your child to reading, Me Media Kids provides great options. They do this by bringing the child inside the book, literally! Your child's picture is placed throughout pages of the the book. I can only imagine how excited they get to see themselves staring as the main character.
Me Media Kids books are full of life and bright colors. They are illustrated and written to entertain your little one.

The Giveaway: Me Media Kids is giving away one gift certificate, which will includes a book and shipping (total value: $49.90)!

To Enter: Go Visit "Me Media Kids" look around and come back and tell me what you love most about these books!

*For Bonus Entries*
-Post this giveaway on Twitter/Facebook. (Be sure to tell me where you posted, your profile or URL name so I can double check! Plus you can earn an extra entry for each of these post.)
-Post this giveaway on your blog.
-Add my button
-Subscribe to my blog (Make sure you activate your subscription!)

Each of these can give you another entry! Please leave a separate comment for each one and what it is for!

Rules: In order to win, you must provide a valid email. I will be notifying the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to me with their name and address. If this information is not received within 48 hours new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is opened to US residents only.

Giveaway Ends: January 27

Carissa Black giveaway CLOSED!

Carissa Black has a wide variety of handbags and of course, accessories. You can find wallets, checkbook covers, blankets and more. I loved what Carissa says on how she got started.

"I started sewing, as most people did, as a kid in home economics. I hated it! I hated following a pattern and I hated following directions. I wanted to do it my way, my way was better! What got me into trouble then, has helped me to grow a successful business. I never use patterns and love to come up with new designs."

One of my personal favorites was this fun looking Side Tie Park Bag.


Carissa Black is giving away one small zipper pouch of their choice. My favorite is the Little Zippy Pouch in Valorie Wells Sole!

Carissa also has graciously given all of my followers a 10% discount off any item! Just use the code "Catch the Drift".

How to Enter: Go to Carissa Black's shop and look around. Come back and tell me one of your favorite items!

*For Bonus Entries*
-Post this giveaway on Twitter/Facebook. (Be sure to tell me where you posted, your profile or URL name so I can double check! Plus you can earn an extra entry for each of these post.)
-Post this giveaway on your blog.
-Add my button
-Subscribe to my blog
-If you make a purchase at Carissa Blacks store gain 3 more entries! (leave a comment for each entry
)

Each of these can give you another entry making (6) entries! Please leave a separate comment for each one and what it is for!

Rules: In order to win, you must provide a valid email. I will be notifying the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to me with their name and address. If this information is not received within 48 hours new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is opened US residents only.

Giveaway Ends: January 24

I need your Valentine Ideas!

Here's the deal. Valentines is coming up and I am sort of on a budget. (As you've heard if you read the New Years resolution post)! I know many others are also little tighter with money this year. Yet you still want to show your loved ones you care...
I figure we could all help each other out.

If you have a "Cheap and Creative" idea for valentines. Please share them with me. Email them to me at MamaSnowsBlog@hotmail.com by Feb. 1. I will then create a final post on "Cheap and Creative Valentine Ideas". I will have to wait to see how many replies I get to determine if all ideas will get posted. You may also share children crafts and ideas for valentines.

If you want ideas you got to share your ideas! Deal?

Mama Snow
MamaSnowsblog@hotmail.com

Layers Clothing Giveaway CLOSED!

I recently received a package from Layers Clothing. I have to say, I was really looking forward to receiving this package. I have been eyeing their website for a quite some time now. So now for the moment of truth…
“Loved It”!


I received two items. I first tried on the Glenda, (a beautiful looking shirt with an adorable hoodie attached to it). What is nice about this top is you can wear it as casual or dressy. Best part is it is extemly comfortable.
My second item was the Edie skirt. This skirt has such style and I love all the pleats in the front that tend to cover my “after the baby” belly.

Layers provides a variety of stylish clothes. You can find tops, skirts, dresses and right now they even have a couple of cute swimsuits on clearance! Also for all of you self conscious moms and women like me, who are always afraid that their tummy is creating a muffin top. Layers has the "Classic Under Control" top. This top has double the control in the tummy area and supports it nice and snug for a smooth tummy affect! I am now a huge fan of layers and their clothing. I can't wait to check back and see their new arrivals for next season!

Giveaway: Layers Clothing is giving away a $25 gift certificate to one lucky person.

To enter: Go to Layers Clothing and tell me what you would like to purchase if you won the gift certificate. (This is a must!)

*For Bonus Entries*
-Post this giveaway on Twitter/Facebook. (Be sure to tell me where you posted, your profile or URL name so I can double check! Plus you can earn an extra entry for each of these post.)
-Post this giveaway on your blog.
-Add my button
-Subscribe to my blog (Make sure you activate your subscription!)

Each of these can give you another entry! Please leave a separate comment for each one and what it is for!

Rules: In order to win, you must provide a valid email. I will be notifying the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to me with their name and address. If this information is not received within 48 hours new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is opened to US residents only.

Giveaway Ends: January 24

FREE photo book at HOORAY!

I love photo books and if I can get them FREE, even better! If you are interested in this offer go here for more details. The only charge for you will be shipping!
Offer ends January 20.

How are you doing with your new years resolutions?

So how many of you do New Year resolutions? I have to admit I am one of those people. Not only am I one of those people who decide to attempt to have one New Years Resolution, I like to have at least 3 or more. Can you say, "Overload"!
Honestly though my resolutions for this year have been going great. My first resolution was for my husband and I to switch our budget into a $cash$ ONLY budget. I know it seems a little scary. When he first brought this up, I freaked. I prepared myself for it though and now that it has been up and running, I really like it. In fact I can see how people have said you save a ton of money this way. Obviously there are it's mixed reviews. Some people feel they are too stressed with what amount they have and are afraid to spend it. I have seen that a bit with my personal cash (which I have still not spent a dime from), but if anything I feel I am training myself to just be more aware of what the necessity's are. I too many times at the store I see a snack or a cute toddler outfit that would look "so cute" on my kids and I would just buy it. Not anymore. So far I have made it through the first week and a half and no problems! I guess it is still a little early to tell!
My second resolution, the most popular one, EAT BETTER! I have cut out all breads and bad carbs. At first I made an extraordinary discovery lol. Carb withdrawals! Ok, I have had caffeine withdrawals and have heard of drug withdrawals, but Carb Withdrawals! Can't say I have, until now. The first couple of days I had the worst headache and was extremely moody. By day three things calmed down a bit. Now at day 12 I am seriously 10 pounds lighter and I didn't even need to starve myself.
Last resolution was to get my "Catch the Drift..." blog rollin. Which I am pleased to say has been!

So How are your New Years resolutions treating you? Are do you prefer to stay away from them? Please leave me a comment and share!