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Journey To Comfort – Giveaway

Posted on June 2, 2011 12:00 am by TheAngelForever

Father’s Day is coming in a few short weeks. I know that the boys and I always have a tough time coming up with something special to get TechyDad. Last year, I was able to get some Dove Men + Care items for JL to try. As I wrote at the time, he was a bit skeptical about using a body wash from past experience. Much to our surprise, TechyDad really liked the way the body wash left his skin feeling and we have been buying it ever since that time.

I was recently contacted by the PR agency from Dove Men + Care to do a giveaway and let people know about a promotion they are running for Father’s Day. I immediately agreed and was sent another fantastic package for TechyDad

About the line:

New Dove Men + Care is from the dermatologist recommended brand Dove, which has a history of cleansing, moisturizing, and care.
The new Dove Men + Care Sensitive Clean Body and Face Wash fights dryness and is formulated specifically for men who prefer mild, unscented body and face wash.
Dove Men + Care Deodorants and Antiperspirants are formulated to provide 48 hour protection and be tough on sweat not skin.

The new “Journey to Comfort” videos feature Stewart Cink and Davis Love III. Here is one of the videos:

Dove Men + Care has also set up a new Twitter account (@DoveMenCare) where you can participate for a chance to win* daily prizes, including memorabilia signed by Cink and Love, in addition to other golf-related gear which will be perfect for Father’s Day and beyond. You can also check out the Tournament to Comfort game to play for a chance to win even more prizes including the opportunity to meet Cink, a session with Cink’s swing coach, a set of custom clubs, and a trip to the 2012 tour of championship.

* No purchase necessary. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. & D.C., 18 & older. Begins 12:00 p.m. ET on 4/6/11 & ends 12:00 p.m. ET on 6/20/11. Void where prohibited. Go to DoveMenCare.com for Official Rules.

Although TechyDad is not a golf fan, he is a fan of Dove Men + Care and will continue to use their products. So far he seems to like the new deodorant. I like them because the smell is not too overpowering like many other deodorants with a scent which made me sneeze when he would use them.

Giveaway:

Thanks to Dove, one lucky reader will win their prize pack similar to the one that we received above.

Rules for Giveaway:

MAIN RULE – Let me know how the man in your life shows that he is comfortable in his own skin.

1 Bonus Entry – Follow DoveMenCare on Twitter
1 Bonus Entry – Tweet the following about the giveaway (May be done once a day): Is the man in your life comfortable in his skin? Chance to #win a @DoveMenCare prize pack from @TheAngelForever http://bit.ly/lupphg #giveaway
2 Bonus Entries – Like The Angel Forever on Facebook. If you have already done this – just let me know.
1 Bonus Entry – Subscribe to my RSS feed (or let me know if you already are) in a separate comment.
1 Bonus Entry – Leave a comment on any of my non-giveaway posts from the month of May/June. Leave a comment here to let me know which one. This Bonus entry may be done three times per person.
3 Bonus Entries – Add my blog button to your website and/or add me to your blogroll. Be sure to leave a link with the location.
1 Bonus Entry – Head over to TechyDad’s blog and enter any of his current giveaways.

To enter, please follow the rules above within the comment section. Contest starts today June 2, 2011 and ends at 10:59 EST on June 15, 2011. You do not have to be a blogger to enter, but must leave a valid e-mail address for me to contact you for mailing address once the giveaway is over. I will select the winner using random.org and contact you via e-mail. You will have 48 hours to claim the prize. If there is no response, another winner will be selected. Open to U.S. residents only.

Disclosure: We received a Dove Men + Care Father’s Day Pack shown above from Rocket XL to facilitate this review. No other compensation was given and all opinions expressed in this review are my families own feelings about the products. As previously mentioned, we have continued to purchase these products on our own.

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First Trip to Hoffman’s Playland in 2011

Posted on June 1, 2011 12:00 am by TheAngelForever

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Tuesday Tales–The Scrambled States of America Talent Show

Posted on May 31, 2011 12:00 am by TheAngelForever

People always think that the only trips I went on as a child were to Walt Disney World. The truth is that we did a lot more than that. We used to drive up and down the east coast to fun destinations. My mother always made sure that each trip had at least one education component. We went to places like:

Fort McHenry – National Anthem written there
Monticello – Estate of Thomas Jefferson
Colonial Williamsburg
Washington DC
Mount Vernon – George Washington’s estate
Philadelphia, PA – To see the Liberty Bell among other items

Memories of touring different states, cities, and historic areas were amazing. When I learned about them in school, they meant so much more to me. This is something I would love to do with our boys.

The other day NHL had a connect at home activity to do. Apparently, a story in their reading book had something to do about traveling in the United States. One of the items for home was to read The Scrambled States of America. We had already read that with NHL. For Chanukah, one year, he received that book by Laurie Keller, along with a puzzle. I recalled that I had purchased the follow up book from Scholastic and decided it would be a great substitution.

About The Scrambled States of America Talent Show:

From Laurie Keller’s website:

THOSE WACKY SCRAMBLED STATES ARE AT IT AGAIN! This time they’ve come together for a spectacular show featuring their many goofball talents. But just when Indiana (the director) is about to call SHOWTIME!, Georgia gets a bad case of stage fright. Will the show go on or will it be curtains?

In this sequel to The Scrambled States of America, young readers will get another dose of madcap adventure and silly antics while learning interesting facts about the states and geography.

The Scrambled States of America Talent Show – Written and Illustrated by Laurie Keller – First Scholastic printing 2009 (released in 2008 by Henry Holt and Co.) – ISBN 978-0-545-22108-5 – Ages 9-12 – 40 pages

Not only are there the two scrambled states books, there is also a puzzle w/book (we have this), Scrambled States of America Board Game, Card Game, and even a Scrambled States of America DVD. Here’s a preview of the DVD that I found:

What We Thought:

NHL loved this book. He laughed and learned with every page that we turned. The details within the text and chatter of the states is amazing. Even if you had not read the original Scrambled States of America you could easily pick this up and read it. Yes, it is a picture book and this is an amazing example of the power of this genre of books even with older children. The illustrations and facts that are packed into them will keep these items in your child’s head. Almost a week after reading the story, NHL keeps talking about going to see the Liberty Bell in Pennsylvania and laughing about Georgia’s state fright.

Here is a view inside the book:

Laurie Keller’s illustrations keep readers moving and wanting to learn more. If we had time, I can imagine sitting down to start a mini-research project on items that were intriguing to him.

As a parent and teacher, I adore this book. United States history, geography, and state facts are learned in an entertaining fashion. When Georgia goes to see Dr. Globe, he runs some tests. The x-ray shows her cities, and them they zoom out a bit to see counties. I could see this book being used as an introduction to items to include in a state report or more. I highly recommend this to use within a classroom setting, while homeschooling, or just as a fun book for a family read aloud. Laurie Keller even has a page on her website to use with this book. This includes a matching sheet, meet your state, unscramble storyline, word find, and teacher’s guide.

I know that we will be gifting this book for kids that we know in the future. No doubt we will also be reading other books by Laurie Keller this summer.

What have you read recently? Please be sure to link up to your Book Posts, and/or leave a comment below. Include something you read on your own, with a child or someone else. Tuesday Tales are all about spreading the love for books.

Disclosure: I purchased this book from a Scholastic Book order form that my son had sent home a while back. One widget within the review is for my Amazon Affiliate where I will receive a percentage of money for the sale of the books should you opt to buy the book mentioned.

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Memorial Day Thanks 2011

Posted on May 30, 2011 8:32 am by TheAngelForever

A long weekend filled with family and friends. Time outside in the sun and fun. Of course, all of this is thanks to the brave men and women that have served in the military allow all us to have our freedoms. On this Memorial Day, we need to stop and remember these amazing and brave individuals.

There is no hero braver than those that serve in our United States military to protect our rights. Far too many pay the ultimate price to defend our country and the rights that we have. To all of those that have served, lost their lives, and the brave families behind them . . . .thank you! All of you are the real reason that we celebrate Memorial Day.

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Changing a Project Goal

Posted on May 29, 2011 10:54 am by TheAngelForever

Way back before the start of 2011, I taught myself a new technique in knitting.

I made a goal to do a project using this process. As you can see my Log Cabin Blanket was a large and lofty goal.

Sometimes, you find something else you like more and your goals are put off to the side. The reality is, I like mindless knitting. Log Cabin is not mindless to me and the idea of sewing everything together is daunting to me at this time. So I am changing things up. I am going to use the yarn that my family picked out to make a lighter diagonal blanket, like the one that I just finished. Here is the start:

Last night, I was in a knitting mood. I now have a stripe of all colors except the Autumn Red. I really like this project to unwind at night and keep up with my hobby of choice.

Have you ever changed up a goal or something for a project to make something else?