Time for Mama Snow to "Catch some Zzzzz's"!

For this next week you will have to excuse me while I take a break from blogging. I need to take some MUCH needed time off and catch up on some sleep and take off on a little adventure. Hopefully I will come back refreshed and new! I think I have an addiction as I find myself already facing withdrawals from being able to post. At least I haven't promised myself from checking on from time to time ;) Even though I won't be updating any new post I will leave you with plenty to do to keep yourselves busy while I am away. The New and Improved Mama Snow will be back and ready to go May 4!

Enter the Current Giveaways!

Flashcard Zoo 5/6


Cell Phone Cozy 5/6


BRIDE WARS and Paper Shouts 5/6


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Mr. Linky Friday and a much needed "Virtual Girls Night Out"!

Another Friday, which means more giveaways and virtual parties! If you are ready to party go over to Ann's for the Virtual Girls Night Out. If you are ready to win, start entering some of these fun giveaways provided by bloggers from around the net.

BRIDE WARS and Paper Shouts giveaway!!! CLOSED

Recently I introduced you to Paper Shouts. Paper Shouts make wonderful announcements and invitations for every occasion. They have a great selection and a variety of styles. This makes it easy for for you to find the right style that fits you. So wether you are searching for a couture, traditional, vintage or modern look, Paper Shouts will have what you are looking for.

Recently Paper Shouts and 20th Century Fox partnered together to bring you this incredibly fun giveaway!
How many of you remember the day you were preparing for your own wedding. Maybe you are planning it right now! I have to admit I think I got pretty lucky to not have to face too many issues with in-laws, bridesmaids or other brides. I can't say the same for our two actresses in the movie BRIDE WARS!



BRIDE WARS synopsis:Liv (Kate Hudson) and Emma (Anne Hathaway), best friends since childhood, are always there for each other, through good times and bad. They even become engaged to be married within a few hours of one another. Together they plan their respective weddings, each to take place at New York’s ultimate bridal destination, the Plaza Hotel. But a clerical error and subsequent clash in wedding dates pits the two brides – neither of whom will step aside – against each other, in a competition that quickly escalates into all-out war.


The BRIDE WARS movie is available on Blu-Ray and DVD on April 28th!

So how would you like to not only win a $25 gift certificate form Paper Shouts, but also win the BRIDE WARS DVD! Did I also mention that the winner of this giveaway will also be entered into the Grand Prize drawing on the Paper Shouts website. Prizes include movie memorabilia such as the sunglasses worn in the movie by Kate Hudson and a movie one-sheet signed by Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway and the Grand Prize is a great Mexican vacation—6 nights at the CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort and airfare for 2 on AirTran airlines. Here is how to enter!

To Enter: You will need to post a comment about which characters style you relate more to—(Emma’s traditional, romantic style or Liv’s couture, “only the best” approach). Also you will need to visit Paper Shouts and look through their Bridal Shouts. Let me know your favorite Bridal Shout card. You MUST do BOTH of these to have any of your entries count.

*Bonus Entries*
-Add my button
-Subscribe to my feed
-Post this giveaway on your blog, twitter or facebook!
-Share one of your own BRIDE WARS experiences with your own wedding. This can be Bride vs. Mother in Law, Bride vs. Groom, Bride vs. whoever! Share for an extra 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 only!


Special Discount: Paper Shouts is also offering a 15% discount for all viewers. Promo Code: Drift

Giveaway Ends: May 6

Slim Perfect winner!

Congrats to #132 Mom2gabnnat! These are the best swim and active wear. You will love it.

Cell Phone Cozy review and giveaway!

Since having children I have had the hardest time keeping track of everything. I stopped carrying around a purse, since a diaper bag and purse was way too much for me. Of course my keys and my cellphone gets lost with all the other junk in there. So then I decided on a new approach. No diaper bag unless I need it and I will only carry with me my necessities. This is usually my keys, my cellphone and my credit card/cash. Since I am always dragging my two kids with me, my purse only gets in the way. So I tried pockets. Pockets may be easy access to put things in, but an even easier way to for things to fall out. Somehow my phone and cash were always falling out. This was NOT good. Must I say more?

One thing I love about my blog is a lot of my problems get solved. Like this one. I have been using my Cell Phone Cozy for almost month now and it is wonderful. It is light and I can carry all of my necessities at once. It opens up a secure pocket for your cell phone and an inner pocket for cards or cash. Unlike with your purse, you can hear your phone when it rings in your Cell Phone Cozy and you don't have to search all over your bag ot find it. For your keys there is a key chain fob attached. There is even a wristlet which allows you to easily carry it with you in your wrist. Even when I carry my diaper bag I am sure to have my Cell Phone cozy, since it makes everything so much more accessible.



The Cell Phone Cozy is made to fit any cell phone. You can find Cell Phone Cozy's at Etsy shop, Fancy Ferris. Fancy Ferris loves to do custom orders. If your cell phone's size runs a little differently a Cell Phone Cozy will be made to fit. Just tell them your cell or gadget dimensions in the "message to seller" when you check out. Then they will custom fit your case. They have a great selection of fun or simple fabric to choose from and each one is made to last.

The Giveaway: One winner will get to choose their choice of cell phone cozy.

To Enter: You must visit Fancy Ferris and then come back to tell me which cell phone cozy you would like to have.

*Bonus Entries*
-Add my button
-Subscribe to my feed
-Post this giveaway on your blog, twitter or facebook!

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 worldwide.

Giveaway Ends: May 6

ProActive Parenting winner!

Congrats #40 maggie. You just won yourself a pack of seminars worth $149.95. I hope you find a lot of useful information and enjoy!

Flashcard Zoo review and giveaway!!!

Flashcards are some of my favorite tools to use when teaching my children. I have to be honest with you though, "I have gone through several packs of flashcards". Even the Baby Einstein packs that say "childproof", they were destroyed and bent within a matter of months. I recently found flashcards that not only are TRULY childproof, but they are meant for the growing child. Not only will Flashcard Zoo's cards teach your younger children new letter's and words to associate them with, they will help your child understand sounds and practice writing.

My youngest who is barely learning to speak enjoys looking at the pictures and trying to say what they are. I don't have to worry about her holding them or getting drool all over. These cards are not only sturdy form their laminate protection, but waterproof.

My oldest child is just starting to learn to write. He always hated when I told him we were going to practice writing. Now He loves it. For some reason he thinks it is much more fun to pull out his washable markers and practice on the back of each card. The back of each card includes the letter and has guiding arrows and numbers to help the child know where the starting and ending point of each letter is. Below is a blank line where the child can practice what they learned with no help. I even found this useful for me. I find that when I teach my son, I like to take short cuts that will most likely only help my son build bad habits in writing. Now I know the correct way to help him.



Flashcard Zoo is a the ONLY flashcards as of now that I recommend. Honestly. Shannah Pace, the creator, has really taken the time to make these cards last a lifetime. She understands how destructive children can be and the importance of teaching them visually and using the hands on approach. As for the back of the card and when writing, it is recommended that you use washable markers or crayons. To wipe them off you can use a slightly wet paper towel or sponge. If they are going to continue to practice on the same card have s dry paper towel near them so they can dry the card after cleaning. This will prevent the marker form getting any water on it.

Flashcard Zoo number cards have been used as party favors. As of now Flashcard Zoo is offering $2 off each set of number cards if you purchase More then 5 sets. These are party favors moms won't throw away. To get an even bigger discount, if you order a pack of the alphabet cards for the birthday bot or girl with your party favors, 5you get a 20% discount. Just email Shannah through Etsy to discuss the birthday order and she will create a custom listing.

Other then birthdays these cards are GREAT for the bathtub with bathtub crayons, for backseat entertainment on road trips and fantastic to take to restaurants and church to keep them occupied and quiet. They are also good at keeping train tracks level on the carpet, and for otherwise keeping them occupied long enough that you might get to use the bathroom by yourself and MAYBE even Tweet a few times.

When you order your Flashcard Zoo cards you will have a great selection to choose from and even the option to customize. All orders will also include a drawstring bag to hold your cards.

Giveaway: Flashcard Zoo will be giving away a prepacked set of the winners choice (Faves, Mostly Animals, Boy set or Girl set).

To enter: Go visit Flashcard Zoo and look around. Come back and tell me what set you would choose and who you would give it to.

*Bonus Entries*
-Add my button
-Subscribe to my feed
-Post this giveaway on your blog, twitter or facebook!

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 and Canada residents.

Giveaway Ends: May 6

Current giveaways and Mr. Linky with MORE!!!

Current Giveaways !

*ProActive Parenting full seminar pack ($149.9 value)
*Slim Perfect swimwear and activewear
*ZoomAlbum photo book kit!


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Some Deals of the Day...

I actually am unaware how long all of these deals last, but they are great so hurry on over before there gone!

DisneyShopping.com is offering an extra 25% off already reduced prices.
Code: EXTRA25 This is for Extra 25% off Already-Reduced Prices (excludes outlet) - exp 04/19/09
SHIPTODAY is for $5 Shipping on your order of $89 or more - exp 04/19/09

Miley Stewart Tee for Tweens
Sale: $3.99
Was:$9.95
Add extra 25 % off and get it for $2.99

At Buys.com you can get this Silver Digital Photo Frame Keychain with shipping for $10! This was a $49.99 value.

Nextar LCD Silver Digital Photo Frame Keychain - N1-510 SILVER



Shutterfly is offering FREE prints. 25 FREE 4x5 prints for New Members. Plus New and Old member can get 50 FREE prints with the code FREEPRINTS !
Sign up Here or Login Here to upload and get your FREE prints.

And yet another FREE breakfast from IKEA through April 19, 2009.

Mr. Linky and VGNO!

Here's where you can find all of those great giveaways around the bloggersphere! If your in need of aome GIRL ONLY time, head on over to Ann's Virtual Girls Night Out. One of my favorite places to be on Friday.

Here are "Catch the Drifts..." CURRENT GIVEAWAYS.

*ProActive Parenting full seminar pack ($149.9 value)
*Slim Perfect swimwear and activewear
*ZoomAlbum photo book kit!

Oh, and here is something else I am looking forward to in the VERY NEAR FUTURE! Oh ya, I am going on a curise. I am SOOooo EXCITED!


Now for MORE amazing giveaways!