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Thirty One Review and Giveaway Tara Independent Consultant ends 3/7—CLOSED

RANDOM.ORG DREW NUMBER 121 BECKEESDEALS. ENTRIES HAVE BEEN VERIFIED. WINNER HAS 48 HRS TO REPLY TO WINNING EMAIL NOTIFICATION OR A NEW WINNER WILL BE CHOSEN.

The first time I looked through a Thirty-One product catalog, I thought the products were cute, fashionable, and the idea of Thirty-One was unique.

Thirty-One is a faith-based company that offers lots of products that can be personalized. Depending on the products you can choose the fabric patterns, if you want the product you purchase to be embroidered, the color of the embroidery, and style of the lettering.

Tara is an Independent Consultant with Thirty-One Gifts. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Tara to review one of Thirty One’s Thermal totes. I had a really hard time choosing which fabric pattern and embroidery color I wanted. I finally decided on the fabric pattern “St. Andrews Garden” with a brown A embroidered on it. It didn’t take long for me to receive my tote. Tara actually let me know when it shipped before I even got my shipping confirmation. I was able to track it to find out when I would receive my order.

The Thirty-One Thermal Tote is actually a generous size. It’s bigger than most of the lunch bags I’ve had in the past. I’m thinking this thermal tote will be great for trips to the park during the spring and summer. It will easily fit a few sandwiches and juice boxes for the kids and myself. It would also easily accommodate a container with your salad, water bottle, and container of dressing for lunch at work. Pack two meals in it for a day on the lake. I took mine grocery shopping today and used it to put a couple of the smaller frozen items in. For only $14 I think this is a great deal for such a well-made versatile products. Thirty-One also offers a Small Thermal Tote if you prefer. I stuffed a few groceries into my bag and took a pic so you could get a better idea of the amount this could hold. I didn’t stuff it to the brim. So it could even be used as a reusable shopping bag if your just getting a few small things at the store.

Thirty one has a lot of other beautiful and functional products too like mini-backpacks, Utility totes, purses, diaper bags, magazine baskets, organizers, and so much more.

If you’re interested in starting your own business with Thirty-One you can find information on Tara’s Consultant home page. Start your business for only $99 and receive over $300 in products to help you get started. Tara can help you get started and answer any questions you may have. She has a convenient “email me” button on the top right corner of her site, right under her picture.

GIVEAWAY

Tara is offering 1 FFCM reader a thermal tote like I received in their choice of fabric and embroidering!
Open to US onlyUS

Mandatory Entry: Sign up for Tara’s Thirty-One email newsletter and leave a comment below telling me you did. You can find the link in the bottom left corner of Tara’s home paged in cursive lettering that says “Join my newsletter”. Don’t forget to leave an email so I can contact you if you win.

Bonus Entries: Please leave a separate comment for each entry you complete.

1. Like Tara’s Thirty-One Independent Consultant Facebook page and leave a comment on her wall saying you stopped by from FFCM.

2. Follow Tara on twitter: @tarajane52 and leave your twitter ID in a comment below.

3. Tweet this giveaway using the RT button in upper left corner of this post or you can use this phrase:

” Win a versatile Thirty-One thermal tote from @tarajane52 http://bit.ly/eXkh25 3/7 @angiewith3 “

Can tweet 2 X per day at least 2 hours apart. Leave a link to your tweet in the comments below.

4. Follow FFCM through GFC, RSS feed, and/or email subscription (1 entry for each one completed).

5. Follow FFCM on twitter: @angiewith3 and leave a comment with your twitter ID.

6. Like FFCM on facebook

7. Visit Tara’s Thirty-One online catalog and tell me another item you like

8. Vote for me to become an AVONDreamers ambassador to be able to give you all some great AVON giveaways. Must like AVONDreamers on Facebook AND post this message on their wall:

” I nominate http://angiewith2.blogspot.com/ for an AVONdreamers Ambassadorship “

Each person can only do this one time. You can give yourself 5 extra entries for doing this.

Giveaway will end March 7 at 11:59 EST. 1 US winner will be chosen from qualified entrants using random.org. Winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hrs to respond to winning email notification. In the event the winner does not reply within 48 hrs, a new winner will be chosen.

***I received a Thirty-One thermal tote at no cost for review purposes. Any opinions expressed are my own personal and honest opinions. I did not receive any monetary compensation for this post. ***

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How can CSNstores help me get my home office organized? Upcoming review

My desk is filled with press releases, coupons, business cards, and some of my own personal filings. I look at my sad desk and think, “well old friend you’ve served me well but how long can you make it?”

My desk serves it’s purpose that’s for sure. It’s actually a hand-me-down from when my husband got himself a huge corner desk. So it’s missing a knob on the one drawer, that’s ok. There’s an awesome drawer in the bottom to put hanging files to organize. That’s great…except that it’s obviously missing a piece somewhere. I’ve bought several sizes of hanging files and have yet to find one that fits the metal bars. I think perhaps it’s missing a bar.

Then there’s the stains on the desk and deep nicks in the faux wood. I never did like light colors in a house with three boys.

So as I was contacted by CSNstores.com to do a review, I find myself wishing and visualizing a new, functional desk for myself. Hey a girl can dream right? CSNstores.com has a vast selection of home office desks.

While I’m dreaming I see this and think: “OMG isn’t that gorgeous. How organized could I be with that!”

Nice right? Though if I”m going to be a little more realistic this one would certainly be a step up:

I could deal with that one. What do you think? If you were going to choose a desk (dream or realistic) which one would you choose?

Well, until that time I have a wish list about a mile long of things I need or want. Be on the look out for my review to see what I chose from my wish list to review.

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Deals at Brookstone, plus read on for coupon code!

I must admit, I may have heard of Brookstone.com before but never really checked it out until now. They have a lot of neat gadgets and household items to make life a little easier. This would be the place to look for those hard to buy for individuals. Valentine’s day just past but before you now it Mother’s Day and Father’s Day will be here. Or what about that upcoming birthday? With so many neat and unique gifts you might feel inclined to use a little piece of your tax return at Brookstone.com.

Brookstone.com has a convenient list of gifts for dad to help make your shopping a little easier. There is also a list of gifts for him to find something for the hubs or your brother. Check out the list for neat gadgets like the “Grill Alert Talking Remote Meat Thermometer” for the guy who likes to grill. Or how about a neat watch winder that stores your watch and keeps it wound so it’s ready to go.

Ladies don’t worry there’s plenty of stuff for us too.

Like Brookstone on Facebook for exclusive sales and discounts: Brookstone on Facebook

Also, FFCM readers can use coupon code: 22SAVE at checkout for $10 off a purchase of $70 or more.

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Vaseline is on a Misson to Rescue Dry Skin (samples available)

Vaseline Intensive Rescue is on a mission to rescue dry skin.

Winter is a harsh time for skin. Did you know that 77% of woman say that their skin is so dry it makes them uncomfortable? Half of those woman say they think about their dry skin on a daily basis.

Vaseline Intensive Rescue is on a mission to help dry skin sufferers have one million good days of skin before the end of winter. Follow the Dry Skin Patrol on Facebook and watch some of the harsh winter elements they expose their skin to. Plus, get a code for watching to enter to win one of four exciting winter vacations.

The Dry Skin Patrol is composed of Wendy Malick one of the star of Hot In Cleveland, celebrity dermatologist Dr. Jessica Wu, and 3 real woman bloggers Kailani, Kari, and Michelle. So great to see real woman bloggers involved in this campaign!

When you visit Vaseline Intensive Rescue Facebook page you can see clips from the tour, interact with the Dry Skin Patrol, and even send samples of Vaseline Intensive Rescue to your friends and family.

If you want some tips on how to help your dry skin, you can visit: www.dryskinrescue.com

I can’t wait to try Vaseline Intensive Rescue. I’m one of those 77% that say that their dry skin makes them uncomfortable. My skin gets itchy, rough, and at times almost scaly on my legs. My hands crack too. (I know, lovely mental picture right?) The dry heat in the house doesn’t help my cause. I’ve have a limited selection of products that actually work for my skin so I’m eager to try this.

***I was contacting by RocketXL to help spread the word about the Dry Skin Patrol and Vaseline Intensive Rescue. I will receive a full-size bottle of Vaseline Intensive Rescue for my efforts. I did not receive any monetary compensation for this post.***

Guys get over yourselves

So I know someone who has tried/is using Plentyoffish.com NOT me I’m happily married and thank God I don’t have to mess with that crap. But, I had heard this person talk about it, she had met a few guys from the site that turned out to be…well…less than what was expected to put it nicely. I don’t mean looks wise because us ladies tend to take in the whole picture when we’re in our right mind.

Anywho, after hearing her talk about this site I decided I’m going to go window shop and see what kind of fish she’s dealing with. I did not join the site so I was not able to see much info. Small pics with a brief excerpt on these guys. That was enough for most of them. I told her “Damn, I went down this list and I’m doing a mental check off list: wife beater, jerk, cocky a-hole, yikes, yikes, um ok maybe, that dude looks like Lurch from the Addams family, cocky a-hole..” well you get the point.

I know online dating has become pretty popular. In fact, I know of a few people that have had successful relationships from meeting online or through the paper. I’m not putting this down, nor am I putting down people who use the site and are being serious about it. What I am talking about is this for example, oh and also I feel it a valid point to note these guys are supposed to be 28-38 yrs old:

This one guy who shall remain nameless is looks like an early 1990s version of Vanilla Ice. The excerpt I read from his profile says something to the effect of: ” girls I don’t want someone who has extra lbs on them if you are overweight don’t bother contacting me because it won’t happen” Unfortunately, my spelling and grammar was actually better than what he had typed out. So ladies, here’s a tip, avoid the a-hole.

Then contestant #2: screen name Alphamale——- with some numbers etc afterward. Saying he wants to meet a nice girl but he only wants someone good looking. Again…cocky a-hole who’s only into himself. Again ladies no…you don’t need that you deserve better. I don’t care who you are.

Then what’s behind door number 3 (reminder this is the 28-38 yrs old search) a picture of a guy with is mouth hanging open, looks like he’s yelling(screaming) hair all sticking up in the air, looks visibly intoxicated in the picture…serious relationship…grow up first k?

The guy who says “I’m not picky, I would date any woman” awesome…so you don’t really know what you want and your 37 years old. And by the way, that really doesn’t make a woman feel special.

Last but not least: Shirtless dudes with their hair covering their face. So you can show off your pecks and happy trail but you’re too shy to show a girl your nose? Oy.

I know that there are decent guys out there just looking for a chance (or a 2nd chance even). I’m not putting you down. I’m very happy I found my hubby. I wouldn’t deprive anyone else the chance of being happy in that way. Just please ladies, be careful and guys think before you type.

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