My Favorite Finds of 2009!

With the new year everyone is going through their favorite events from 2009. Not that I am not sentimental, because I am and I love my family, but I thought it would be fun to do a post on my Favorite Product Findings and blogs of 2009. Please feel free to share your Favorite Finds of 2009 in a comment!

Favorite Cleaning Product

Shaklee

Shaklee
I have a huge review and giveaway coming up next week on this company and their products. Their Basic H2 cleaning solution will save you so much money. Not only does the 16 oz. concentrate bottle make up to 48 gallons of solution, you only have to use small amounts in water to create several different cleaning solutions. Basic H2 can be used as a multi purpose cleaner, window & glass cleaner, degreaser and more! Plus it is all natural, no harsh chemicals and biodegradable!

Make-up

Best Foundation is by far MAC Powder Foundation

It is so true that foundation should be what you spend your most money on. This powder makes you skin look vibrant and smooth. I love it!

Best Eye Shadow "Orglamix"


I am constantly adding to my collection Orglamix eye shawdows. These are natural, inexpensive and last. You can create the most beautiful look with these colors. There are also Weekly Specials and Deals that are worth checking out.

Favorite CD

Michael Buble "Crazy Love"


I love this cd. I love the songs and espcially Michael Buble's sexy voice!

Double Portable DVD Player


I got an awesome deal the day after Thanksgiving for 2 screen portable DVD player. After tons of traveling and driving this year, we realized we needed something other than a hand held portable dvd player. The first reason was my youngest is too tempted to touch all the buttons if she is holding the DVD player in her lap, second the kids constantly fight over who gets to hold it. Our somewhat relaxing drive turned into a "screamingfest" and we knew we needed a change.

We got ours from Target. I am sure there are better brands, but for the price and the quietness it gives us during long drives, it is so worth it. I defiantly recommend getting a Double Portable DVD Player for families with 2 or more children. And those who love to travel by car or have to to save money ;0)

TipJunkie.com

I so love this site. If you haven't heard of it yet, listen closely. If you love creative and cheap ideas for gifts, holidays home decor, etc. You will love this site too. There are also some great birthday ideas for children and adults. I recommend signing up for their email feed. That way you won't miss what's new.

Bakerella.com

I may be a little behind time because it seems many already knows of Bakerella. Either way I am now a huge fan. I especially love the "Cake Pops". They are so adorable and a great idea for gifts and party favors. I will be honest, I attempted to make these and mine weren't as cute as the original Bakerella Cake Pops, but I hope in time practice will make perfect. You can also find other fun recipes at this site.

These are just a few I could think of. Now I want you to share your favorite products, blogs and finds of 2009!

The Body Shop gift sets up to 70% off !!!

Great sales going on at TheBodyShop.com . You will especially enjoy seeing their marked down gift sets. There are several I would like to order myself. Think VALENTINES!

If you plan on spending $60 or more you get Free Shipping!

Wellbeing Starter Kit-Pure Detox

Was: $32.00
Now: $10.00


Home Scent Home Set


Was: $18.00
Now: $5.00

Valentine Deals

currentcatalog.com is offering up to 75% off on selected Holiday Items. To make the deal even sweeter, you can also get an extra 15% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING on any order with the code: WEL9AR expires 1/14/10

With Valentines coming up you will want to check out some of their adorable Valentine Cards. My favorite are these:



Pixy Stix Valentines- set of 32 (Includes Pixy Stix!)
Was: $5.99
Now: $1.50 (75% off)
*$1.28 shipped after code

*If for some reason your code is not going through, switch browsers. Safari does not work with the code.

FREE 16x20 Photo Calendar Poster!

Shutterfly is giving away FREE 16x20 Photo Calendar Posters. Just go into your account or create one, then enter the code: FREECALENDAR
Just Pay Shipping!

This offer expires 1/11/2010 or 1/17/2010 It is probably safe to get it done earlier since I am unclear on the real expiration date. I have seen a couple of different expiration dates around the bloggersphere.

Welcome 2010

Looks like I made it to 2010. 2009 was full of fun and craziness. I think in reality though, I learned my life needs to calm down a bit. We had several trips last year (Vegas, Cali, Cruise, Cabins, Fl., Church Camp and more). Way too many for me. To top that off we also had tons of weddings. These included my 2 BFF's, My sister, 2 nephews and my close cousin. All of which were all day events or more. Can we say, "Craziness" one more time?

After a year of fun and exhaustion I learned something. I need to tone it down a bit and really decide what is most important. First off, we will not be taking as many vacations this year. I am going to cross my fingers that there will be "No more weddings"! I think I am going to ban weddings this year. OK, I am not serious, but 6 weddings in one year can take a toll on you. Luckily as I look through the list of family and close friends I think we will be safe from any of these.

My biggest change will be blogging. I have really enjoyed blogging this past year, but I also have other passions. I love art and am really wanting to focus a little more on it. In order to do so I am going to have to make more time. Don't worry, "Catch the Drift..." will still be around, but I won't be posting as often as I have in the past. After January I will only be hosting one giveaway and or review a week. Of course I will still be on the look out for deals, but I will be picky at what I post. I can't post everything and I am very excited to be opening my own Esty shop soon. Well hopefully soon.

I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday Season and made some great 2010 resolutions. I am back on a health kick after taking a few months off. I hope to get back in shape and my hubby and I are attempting P90X. This should be interesting ;0)

Thanks for all of your support this last year and I hope you continue to visit "Catch the Drift...". I have some new giveaways and reviews coming up this next week, so be on the look out!

Mama Snow

The Sound of Music WINNER!

Congrats to #10 jonbonjovious! Please get back with me in 48 hours to redeem your prize!

Also I will be back in a little over a week with new great reviews and giveaways! I look forward to 2010.

Time off....

I am so excited to say I am officially taking the a break to enjoy my Holiday Season with my cute family. I will be back sometime in January, probably the second week. I already have a handful of giveaways scheduled. Also this next year I am planning on opening my own shop on Etsy. I am so excited. I still have some work ahead of me but am excited to show you what I have been cooking up in my creative mind.


For now you can still enter The Sound of Music Giveaway. This ends Dec. 30, 2009. Also check out my Giveaway Linky where there are tons more of giveaways to enter this month and next!

Happy Holidays and see you all next year!

Last minute deal and idea!

Here is a great site where you can "Capture the Magic" on camera! You can purchase and create 2 photos of Santa in your home for $9.95 (Buy one Get one Free). It looks like a great idea so you may want to check it out here


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Also one of my favorite Children Educational sites has a great offer going. Now until Dec. 27 JumpStart is offering $1 Membership for your first month, as well as $10 off your year membership and $20 off your lifetime membership.

Your children will love this site and the activities JumpStart has available for them.

Weekend Giveaways!

You will begin to notice a lack of post these next few weeks as I take time off to be with family. I am so excited for this holiday season. We have had a very busy year, actually this week isn't going to be any different with two family weddings, two family Christmas parties and Christmas next week. Seriously, I am so in need of a break ;0)

A reminder that the "Block it Designs" giveaway will be ending Friday Night (12/18). There is also a new giveaway for all of you who have grown up with "The Sound of Music".

Now for giveaways around the Bloggersphere. Be safe and Happy Holidays!!!

Winners!!!

Bei Bambini Winner #172 Ann

Posh Party Box "New Years" giveaway #92 BRandon and Jakell

Block It Designs #183 Erin

Winners have been emailed and have 48 hours to email me back. Congrats!