31 Aralık 2012 Pazartesi

Harford Ballet Company Presents The Nutcracker

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Bel Air, MD – The magic of the holiday season will be brought to life as Harford Ballet Company presents its performances of The Nutcracker, taking place December 15 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Aberdeen High School.  Harford Ballet Company, northern Maryland’s only pre-professional ballet company is proud to perform this classic production for the 12th year. The company’s pre-professional division has grown to 18 members and along with breathtaking technique and artistry, the enchanting story of The Nutcracker is sure to charm young and old audiences alike. Read more...

Six Harford County Students Head to Annapolis

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Six high school seniors were recently selected to serve as student pages for the 2013 Maryland General Assembly, including Emma Zyriek of C. Milton Wright High School, Alexander McArtor of Fallston High School, Emily Clarke and Bryan Doherty of The John Carroll School, Andrew Becker of North Harford High School and Marc Szczepaniak of Patterson Mill High School. Read more...

3rd Annual Harford County Conservation & Preservation Poster Contest Winners

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(Bel Air, MD) - - Harford County Sustainability Office, Recycling Office and Harford County Public Schools partnered for the third year to hold the Conservation and Preservation Poster Contest. The contest is held to raise awareness about efficiently using and reusing our resources.  The posters were judged on artistic merit, creativity and interpretation of the assigned theme, by members of the Sustainability Office and Recycling Office as well as Harford County Public Schools. Read more...

Aberdeen Proving Ground Organizations Establish STEM Agreement with Harford County Schools

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By Dan Lafontaine, RDECOM ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, MD -- The U.S. Army is bolstering its commitment to science and math education in northeast Maryland to increase the number of students seeking high-tech careers. Eight major Aberdeen Proving Ground, or APG, tenant organizations agreed to a partnership Dec. 14 with Harford County Public Schools, or HCPS, to expand educational outreach efforts in science, technology, engineering and math, commonly known as STEM. Read more...

Harford Community College Actors Guild Receives Honors for Silver Scream

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Harford Community College’s Actors Guild has received more honors for its production of Silver Scream than any of their previous productions. Silver Scream received two Irene Ryan acting nominations and four certificates of merit for Scenic Design (JimmyO Burril), Choreography (HCC’s own Katie Gordon), Lighting Design (Bill Price), and Costume Design (April Burril and Gaylynn Price) from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. Read more...

27 Aralık 2012 Perşembe

Hickory Fifth Graders Raise Money for New Jersey School

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In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the fifth grade students at Hickory Elementary School decided to reach out to one of the hardest-hit areas – New Jersey – to offer assistance. In doing so, they learned of Wallace Elementary School in Hoboken, New Jersey.  While studying natural disasters, Hurricane Sandy provided a real-world connection for the students. They integrated this content into their writing curriculum and launched a two-week campaign to raise funds for Wallace Elementary School to replace some of the supplies that were lost during the storm. Read more...

New HCPS Teacher/Principal Evaluation Agreement Reached

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Harford County Public Schools, Harford County Education Association (HCEA), which represents approximately 3,200 educators, and the Association of Public School Administrators and Supervisors of Harford County (APSASHC), which represents school administrators, have reached an agreement between the three organizations with respect to the new principal and teacher evaluation system that will take effect next school year. Read more...

Health Department Reminder: New Septic System Regulations Take Effect January 1

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Bel Air, MD – The Harford County Health Department reminds the public that, effective January 1, 2013, any On-site Sewage Disposal System (OSDS) will be required to have a Best Available Technology (BAT). The BAT units will cost substantially more than the conventional concrete septic tanks that are currently required.  On September 21, 2012, The Maryland Register (Volume 39, Issue 19) published a final action on Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) 26.04.02 that takes effect on January 1, 2013.  Read more...

Save on Hill's Science Diet pet food

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When it comes to pet nutrition, Hill's Science Diet is a terrific brand, especially their veterinary diets. And if you are a pet owner with a special diet pet, you know how pricey food can get. To help save money be sure to check out these great coupons.


Right now they have several great coupons available, including:

$5 off any bag of Hill's Science Diet dry dog food
$5 off any bag of Hill's Science Diet dry cat food
Mail-in rebate for Hill's Science Diet Ideal Balance dog or cat food
$6 off your purchase of z/d, d/d, or Hypoallergenic Treats
$7 off your first purchase of Prescription Diet j/d for dogs or cats
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet c/d Multicare cat food
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet w/d, r/d or m/d for Weight management
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet i/d dog or cat food

These coupons change periodically, so check back for new and exciting offers!

Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance at Price Chopper

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Yesterday while out doing my usual coupon shopping I came across this great deal at Price Chopper in New England. Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance for $6.07, originally $12.29. Pair that with a manufactor's coupon for $1 off any Cat's Pride cat litter (exp. 12/31) and score a box for $5.07! There is also a printable $1 off coupon on Cat's Pride Facebook page for "liking" them. This was the box of litter, not the jug.

This deal was not tagged in the store. I found out when I was checking out at the register and the item rang in for the clearance price. Just a reminder that this deal may vary from store to store, but if you use clay litter I would definitely check out your local Price Chopper!

20 Aralık 2012 Perşembe

Are You Voting For A Dog Or Cat In Purina's Debate

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Cats Or Dogs: Which Is America's Favorite Pet? Purina® Teams Up With Sports Greats Terry Bradshaw And Howie Long To Settle The Age-old Debate

    
   

Purina® Asks Pet Owners to Cast Their Vote to Declare America as a Cat or Dog Nation; Will Donate $1 per Vote up to $100,000 to Support Animal-Assisted Therapy

 Are you a cat person or a dog person? Purina is calling all pet owners, pet lovers and anyone else who's ever enjoyed the presence of a cat or a dog to join in "America's Pet Debate" and help settle the age old cats versus dog debate, once and for all. America's Pet Debate is an opportunity for pet owners to come together for a fun, lighthearted discussion of cats versus dogs ultimately celebrating what makes each species so great. The initiative will help to raise money for Pet Partners' Veterans Programs to provide animal-assisted therapy for America's military veterans.  

 
Even NFL football legends, Terry Bradshaw, a devoted dog person, and Howie Long, a committed cat owner, have declared where they stand in the debate to raise awareness of the benefits of pet ownership and encourage Americans to vote for their favorite pet to help raise funds to support Pet Partners' Veterans Programs.

From now until Nov. 8, 2012, Americans can vote for Team Cat or Team Dog at www.AmericasPetDebate.com orFacebook/AmericsPetDebate. For each vote cast in America's Pet Debate, Purina will donate $1, up to $100,000, to Pet Partners' Veteran Programs (limit one vote per person per day for all voting channels combined). The donation will help fund Pet Partners pet therapy teams for U.S. veterans by providing the mental, physical and emotional support of cats and dogs through animal-assisted therapy.Purina will proudly declare America as a cat or dog nation on Nov. 9, 2012."Dogs have been a part of my life since my earliest childhood memories – I can't imagine coming home and not having at least one dog greet me. Everyday, I enjoy the companionship and fun that comes with owning dogs," said Bradshaw. "A pet provides immeasurable support and comfort to people and asks for little in return."While Bradshaw and Long hotly debate whether America is a cat or a dog country, both are on the same side with Purina in its support of Pet Partners' Veteran Programs."As an owner of four pets, including two cats, JoBu and Lucky, I've experienced firsthand the many benefits of owning a pet. My family and I rescued our cats when they were just kittens and gave them a safe home. Our cats have given us a lot back – they like you every day no matter what – even if you've had a bad day," said Long. "I'm proud to partner with American's Pet Debate to help drive votes and raise money to provide animal-assisted therapy to U.S. military veterans."After you cast your vote for Team Cat or Team Dog, campaign for your species and join the conversation about the benefits of pet ownership on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram using the hashtags #VoteCat, #VoteDog or #PetDebate. Purina invites pet owners to share pictures, advice, tips and pet ownership stories. If you're unsure about which team to vote for, you can take a brief quiz to determine whether Team Cat or Team Dog is right for you."America's Pet Debate is a fun break from some of the more serious issues that we face everyday and allows us to take some time to explore the joyful reality of owning a pet," said Brenda Bax, director of the Purina Pet Acquisition Team. "The program also lets pet owners to support the needs of America's military veterans by helping them connect with a dog or a cat via animal-assisted therapy for mental, physical and emotional rehabilitation."Benefits of Pet OwnershipNo matter which side of the debate you lean towards, Purina knows that for the 62 percent1 of Americans who share their homes with a cat or dog, their lives are better for it. Studies about the benefits of pet ownership show that:
  • Owning a pet reduces blood pressure and lowers risks of heart disease2
  • Pets have been shown to lower stress and anxiety,3 and they help their owners to be more fit and active4
  • Through animal-assisted therapy, cats and dogs can also aid in physical and emotional rehabilitation efforts5,6
America's a Pet Country: Pet Ownership Statistics
  • Americans own approximately 86.4 million cats1
  • Thirty-three percent of Americans are cat owners and 52 percent of those people own more than one cat1
  • There are approximately 78.2 million owned dogs in America1
  • Thirty-nine percent of Americans own dogs, and while 60 percent own just own one dog, 28 percent own two dogs and 12 percent have three or more dogs1
For additional information, please visit www.americaspetdebate.com.About Nestle Purina The North American headquarters for Nestle Purina PetCare is located at Checkerboard Square in St. Louis, Mo., whereRalston Purina was founded more than a century ago. Nestle Purina PetCare promotes responsible pet care, humane education, community involvement and the positive bond between people and their pets. One of the leading global players in the pet food industry, Nestle Purina PetCare is part of the Swiss-based Nestle S.A. – the world's largest food company.About Pet Partners Pet Partners, established in Portland as Delta Society in 1977, is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to improving human health and enriching lives through positive connections with therapy, service and companion animals. The organization's Therapy Animal Program trains and evaluates volunteer therapy animal teams. Its Service Animal Program provides information and resources for people with disabilities who are considering getting a service dog or who are currently partnered with a service dog, and its Companion Animal Program educates individuals and families on the ways companion animals can improve health and well-being in everyday life. Each year, Pet Partners' 11,000 therapy animal teams visit more than 1 million people across the United States and in 14 other countries. For more information, visit www.petpartners.org.Beginning at 12:00:00 p.m. CT on 9/17/12 and ending at 11:59:59 a.m. CT on 11/8/12, or when the maximum aggregate donation of $100,000 is reached, whichever comes first, Nestle Purina PetCare Company ("Purina") will donate $1.00 to Pet Partners for every vote submitted to America's Pet Debate. Limit 1 vote per person/e-mail address, per day. Valid in the 50 U.S. states and D.C. Must be 18+. Void where prohibited.Sources:
  1. American Pet Products Association 2011-2012 National Pet Owners Survey
  2. Developing a Physiology of Inclusion: Recognizing the Health Benefits of Animal Companions. Lynch, James, PhD,http://petpartners.org/document.doc?id=114
  3. Stress in Pet Owners and Non-Pet Owners. Kraus, Jill. http://petpartners.org/page.aspx?pid=333
  4. Owners And Pets Exercising Together (OPET): Study Design And Biopsychosocial Descriptors Of Dogs And Their Owners.Goodie, Jeffrey; Wilson, Cindy C.; Stephens, Mark; Byers, Christopher G.; Olsen, Cara; Netting, F. Ellen; Yonemura, Mary; McCune, Sandra. Annals of Behavioral Medicine. 2010 Apr; 39, Supplement 1: 33-33.
  5. Benefits of Animal-Assisted Therapy at a Veterinarian School. Linder, Deborah, Tufts Veterinarian School, 2009,http://petpartners.org/page.aspx?pid=333
  6. The Human-Companion Animal Bond: How Humans BenefitFriedmann, Erika; Son, Heesook. Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice. 2009 Mar; 39(2): 293-326.
SOURCE Purina

Nature's Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits Recall

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Nature's Recipe Voluntarily Recalls Nature's Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits With Real Chicken Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination



 Nature’s Recipe brand is voluntarily recalling a limited supply of Nature’s Recipe® Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken, manufactured in one of its U.S. production facilities. This is being done as a precautionary measure, as the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. 
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some, or all, of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected, but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

No pet or consumer illnesses from this product have been reported to date. However, because of its commitment to safety and quality, the Company is conducting a voluntary recall of this product.

The potentially affected lots of Nature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken were distributed nationally, primarily through pet specialty retailers.

Nature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken is sold in 19-ounce stand-up resealable pouches. The product affected by this recall is identified below and has the following "Best If Used By" dates:
Lot Code:UPC Code:Size:Product Name/Description:Best If Used By Date:
2199TP30521 5154919-ouncesNature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken10 11 13
2200TP30521 5154919-ouncesNature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken10 12 13

Product and product lots that do not appear on the list above are not subject to this recall.
Consumers who have purchased the above lots of Nature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken should stop feeding the product and discard immediately.  For further information about the recall and for instructions on obtaining replacement product, consumers can use the Contact Us form at www.naturesrecipe.com or call the Consumer Hotline, 24 hours a day, at 800-237-3856.About Nature’s Recipe® 
Nature’s Recipe®, a brand of Del Monte Foods, markets a complete line of natural dog food and treats and recently introduced a line of natural cat food.  Nature’s Recipe® has been making better pet food where “Every Ingredient Counts® ” for more than 30 years.  For additional information about Nature’s Recipe®, visitwww.naturesrecipe.com.  

Claudia’s Canine Cuisine Holiday And Blueberry Hound Cake Recall

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Claudia’s Canine Cuisine® Voluntarily Recalls it’s Dogcandy® Brand of Holiday Hound Cake (7.5 Oz.) and Blueberry Hound Cake (7.5 Oz) Manufactured for, Distributed, and Sold in Approximately 130 Petsmart Stores Because of The Possibility of Mold
 

     


 
The product in question is a single production run and packed in a 7.5 ounce paw print bag marked with a best by date of 08-2015. The best by date can be found on the ingredient label on the back of the package just above the UPC bar code.
The UPC for the Blueberry Hound Cake is: 
692614010058;
 The UPC for the Holiday Hound Cake is: 
 692614010041.  

The recall applies to 7.5 oz. bags of DogCandy® Holiday Hound Cake and Blueberry Hound Cake because the cakes have the potential to become moldy.  These cakes were manufactured specifically for PetSmart Corporation and distributed to approximately 130 PetSmart stores in 36 states.  No other products have been impacted.Selected stores in the following states carried the cakes: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.Mold was found on several cakes after they were delivered to the stores.  Under investigation the company discovered that the cakes contained higher moisture content due to the product being packaged while still warm.  The company has taken every precaution and implemented new additional procedures to correct the issue.Claudia’s Canine Cuisine® has not received any reports of illness associated with the affected product.  If you purchased one of these cakes, please return it to your nearest PetSmart store for a full refund or send to Claudia's Canine Cuisine® 100 Four Paws Lane, Maumelle, Arkansas 72113 and indicate if you want a refund or a replacement product.  All shipping fees will also be reimbursed.Consumers who have purchased any of the 7.5 oz. bags of DogCandy® Holiday Hound Cake and/or Blueberry Hound Cake should discontinue use of the product.  Consumers with questions may contact Claudia’s Canine Cuisine® Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Central Standard Time) by calling 1-501-851-0002.  You may also send an email to: info@claudiascaninecuisine.com

Save on Hill's Science Diet pet food

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When it comes to pet nutrition, Hill's Science Diet is a terrific brand, especially their veterinary diets. And if you are a pet owner with a special diet pet, you know how pricey food can get. To help save money be sure to check out these great coupons.


Right now they have several great coupons available, including:

$5 off any bag of Hill's Science Diet dry dog food
$5 off any bag of Hill's Science Diet dry cat food
Mail-in rebate for Hill's Science Diet Ideal Balance dog or cat food
$6 off your purchase of z/d, d/d, or Hypoallergenic Treats
$7 off your first purchase of Prescription Diet j/d for dogs or cats
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet c/d Multicare cat food
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet w/d, r/d or m/d for Weight management
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet i/d dog or cat food

These coupons change periodically, so check back for new and exciting offers!

Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance at Price Chopper

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Yesterday while out doing my usual coupon shopping I came across this great deal at Price Chopper in New England. Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance for $6.07, originally $12.29. Pair that with a manufactor's coupon for $1 off any Cat's Pride cat litter (exp. 12/31) and score a box for $5.07! There is also a printable $1 off coupon on Cat's Pride Facebook page for "liking" them. This was the box of litter, not the jug.

This deal was not tagged in the store. I found out when I was checking out at the register and the item rang in for the clearance price. Just a reminder that this deal may vary from store to store, but if you use clay litter I would definitely check out your local Price Chopper!

16 Aralık 2012 Pazar

Amazing Net10 Phones Are Rockin' in My House! #Net10Latino

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In today's day and age, having a wireless phone and service plan that fits your needs – and budget – is very important. My husband and I have been sharing a cell phone for years, mostly because I work at home so we're always together. But it wasn't only for that reason. Mostly it was because we just couldn't afford an extra cell phone service bill. So because of that, we were stuck with an old cell phone that wasn't even a smart phone. It basically made calls and that was it. No text messages either so it was pretty bottom of the line. But now we're rocking with two new smart phones and guess where they came from? Net10!

 Net10 is a prepaid wireless service offering unlimited local, long distance and roaming calls. . They provide coverage on the best networks and offer the latest phone models, including Androids. Net10 Wireless phones are the perfect way to control spending and usage for every member of the family - especially tweens and teens! Plus, with Net10 Wireless phones, there are no contracts to sign, no monthly bills, no long-term commitments, no credit checks, no age limit and no hidden fees. With the new Family Talk Plans, Net10 Wireless is even better for families! They give you all the great savings of a contract plan without the contract, Nationwide Coverage on America’s Most Dependable Networks,and no activation or cancellation fees.

The first line is $50 for unlimited data, text and talk; each additional line is just $40.
2 line family plan: $90 for unlimited nationwide data, text, talk, 411

3 line family plan: $130 for unlimited nationwide data, text, talk, 411

4 line family plan: $170 for unlimited nationwide data, text, talk, 411

For more information about Net10, please check out their site!

Sounds pretty sweet right? Let me show you just how sweet!

Here are some pictures of the LG Optimus Logic:
And here are some pictures of the LG800G:
And I also made a video of how I was able to use the phones and their features:



See, I told you these phones were amazing! I'm completely in love so if you're wanting a great touch screen phone that has a great budget plan and lots of options, check out Net10!

This is part of a compensatedcampaign with Latina Mom Bloggers and Net10 Wireless.  However, all opinions expressed are my own.

Madame Deals Media Huge Giveaway! #BlueRooDeals #MadameDealsEvents

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Since buying my domain this past week, I'm so excited to announce being a part of a HUGE giveaway! The prizes are amazing and I hope a lot of my readers win something great!

This is a giveaway like no other! You will not believe the PRIZES we have for you!! We're giving away multiple prizes including Gift Cards, KitchenAid Mixer, Keurig Mini, a Dyson, and a believe it or not...a 3 month paid internship!This is a full 3 week event with prizes all throughout! Make sure to keep coming back to not only do daily entries but to check the winners list!

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4. Internship - Sign me up! I'd like to compete for the job!(Find out more about the Internship from Madame Deals. If you'd like to compete for this 3 month job, you'll be doing all of the above and then instead of adding 3 deals to your board, you'll add 10 deals. We're looking for the Top Deal Finder. Someone who has great social media interaction, who shares their board and deals on their social media, who finds the best deals, etc. It will be a little bit based on chance when we draw from the list of participants but then we'll be looking over your boards so it will also be based on your skill of deal finding. You can watch Blue Kangaroo's Twitter feed and Facebook status's for helpful deal finding tips too! And may the best deal finder win!!)Contest will start at 12/16/12 12:00 am EST and end on 1/5/13 at 11:59 pm EST.Enter via the Rafflecopter Below.Good Luck!!

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RetailMeNot for 12 Giveaways 'Til Christmas

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Are you still looking for great presents to give this holiday season? If you shop at RetailMeNot, you'll get a bunch of holiday deals and free shipping offers! And if you shop by December 17th, you'll get free shipping on most offers and they'll be delivered by Christmas Eve!


Have you ever waited too long to ship something to only have it end in disaster? Last year I waited too long to ship presents to my dad and because of that, he didn't get anything until about a week after the holidays. Because of that little incident, I always make sure to ship my gifts at least two weeks early just so I know they got there beforehand. But something else I like to do is order online at a site that promises my gifts to be there on time. And that's what RetailMeNot does!

And do you like to win things? To help you remember how many days you have left to score huge savings on the gifts that you want and have them delivered by Christmas Eve, RetailMeNot is hosting a daily countdown giveaway! Click here to enter the “12 Days 'til Free Shipping Day Giveaway” and enter every day through the 17th for a chance to win daily prizes like a $1,000 shopping spree at Kohl’s, a vacation for two and much more! Check out all the details here.


This is a sponsored post from One2One Network and RetailMeNot.com. All opinions stated are my own

Save on Hill's Science Diet pet food

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When it comes to pet nutrition, Hill's Science Diet is a terrific brand, especially their veterinary diets. And if you are a pet owner with a special diet pet, you know how pricey food can get. To help save money be sure to check out these great coupons.


Right now they have several great coupons available, including:

$5 off any bag of Hill's Science Diet dry dog food
$5 off any bag of Hill's Science Diet dry cat food
Mail-in rebate for Hill's Science Diet Ideal Balance dog or cat food
$6 off your purchase of z/d, d/d, or Hypoallergenic Treats
$7 off your first purchase of Prescription Diet j/d for dogs or cats
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet c/d Multicare cat food
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet w/d, r/d or m/d for Weight management
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet i/d dog or cat food

These coupons change periodically, so check back for new and exciting offers!

Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance at Price Chopper

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Yesterday while out doing my usual coupon shopping I came across this great deal at Price Chopper in New England. Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance for $6.07, originally $12.29. Pair that with a manufactor's coupon for $1 off any Cat's Pride cat litter (exp. 12/31) and score a box for $5.07! There is also a printable $1 off coupon on Cat's Pride Facebook page for "liking" them. This was the box of litter, not the jug.

This deal was not tagged in the store. I found out when I was checking out at the register and the item rang in for the clearance price. Just a reminder that this deal may vary from store to store, but if you use clay litter I would definitely check out your local Price Chopper!

12 Aralık 2012 Çarşamba

Barbie Just Arrived!

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Give your Barbie girl the latest Barbie products before she even knows they are on the shelves! This December Walmart is releasing products from the Barbie Spring 2013 collection before any other retailer. These products are the latest and greatest, available early at Walmart just in time for the holidays! Check them out at walmart.com

Visit Coupons.com and download a coupon to save $10 when you purchase $50 worth of Barbie products. Now the Barbie products you know and love are even more affordable this holiday season! We just did a great review for the Photo Fashion Doll so be sure to check that out when you're shopping!

Save on Hill's Science Diet pet food

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When it comes to pet nutrition, Hill's Science Diet is a terrific brand, especially their veterinary diets. And if you are a pet owner with a special diet pet, you know how pricey food can get. To help save money be sure to check out these great coupons.


Right now they have several great coupons available, including:

$5 off any bag of Hill's Science Diet dry dog food
$5 off any bag of Hill's Science Diet dry cat food
Mail-in rebate for Hill's Science Diet Ideal Balance dog or cat food
$6 off your purchase of z/d, d/d, or Hypoallergenic Treats
$7 off your first purchase of Prescription Diet j/d for dogs or cats
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet c/d Multicare cat food
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet w/d, r/d or m/d for Weight management
$7 off your purchase of Prescription Diet i/d dog or cat food

These coupons change periodically, so check back for new and exciting offers!

Free Beneful Prepared Meals and Friskies canned cat food at Petco!

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I love getting free pet food (what pet owner doesn't?), and Petco never seems to disappoint me with opportunities to get some. Right now you can print out a coupon for a free tub of Beneful Prepared Meals or a free can of Friskies cat food at Petco! What a great treat for your four-legged friend! Simply print out the coupon and bring it to your nearest Petco store to pick up your free food. Only have a dog or cat? Print out the second coupon and donate the food to a local shelter or rescue! Many Petco stores have a collection bin right up front - what a super easy (and free!) way to help homeless pets.

These coupons expires December 31, 2012 and is available for Petco Pals members only. Not a Pals member yet? Check out my post here on Petco's new Pals Reward program and how to sign-up. It's FREE!

Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance at Price Chopper

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Yesterday while out doing my usual coupon shopping I came across this great deal at Price Chopper in New England. Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance for $6.07, originally $12.29. Pair that with a manufactor's coupon for $1 off any Cat's Pride cat litter (exp. 12/31) and score a box for $5.07! There is also a printable $1 off coupon on Cat's Pride Facebook page for "liking" them. This was the box of litter, not the jug.

This deal was not tagged in the store. I found out when I was checking out at the register and the item rang in for the clearance price. Just a reminder that this deal may vary from store to store, but if you use clay litter I would definitely check out your local Price Chopper!

Cesar Canine Cuisine, as low as $.10 each at Target!

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What a great deal when you stack a Target coupon with a manufactor coupon! I know that I will definitely be stopping up at Target this week to pick up a few Cesar Canine Cuisine trays for our local rescue.

Cesar Canine Cuisine 3oz. trays - $.72
use Buy 5, Get 1 Free Target coupon (look under "pets")
use 3 Save $1 on 2 Cesar Canine Cuisine Entrees (will need 2 computers to print 3 coupons)
= $.60 when you buy 6, or $.10 each!

If you cannot print 3 coupons, try this scenerio for a great deal:

Buy 6 Cesar Canine Cuisine 3oz. trays
use Buy 5, Get 1 Free Target coupon (look under "pets")
use 2 save $1 on 2 Cesar Canine Cuisine Entrees
use Buy 3, Get 1 Free (must "Like" them on Facebook)
= $.15 each when you buy 6!

11 Aralık 2012 Salı

[art] Sensazioni!: Photorealistic Pencil Portraiture by Diego Fazio

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2873.(h/t Cort Webber at this Facebook post) I dare anyone to not believe this photo:


… is anything other than a photo. Looks pretty realistic. And here, I'm giving it a way a bit; this portrait, called Sensaztioni, by Italian artist Diego Fazio.

It takes some close looking. But you can get a better view if you follow this link, and views in progress here and here and here, too. Being a huge fan of the pencil to begin with this was greatly inspiring, but I did draw something myself last night at Denny's … but it was a crabby sketch of the USS Enterprise. 

Well, one thing I have discovered is that I've let my drawing muscles lay fallow for far, far too long. Also I was tired then. And vexed generally; my entire life right now is kind of at sixes and sevens. But this is quite a light.

While there's no video of the work-in-progress, here's about 20 seconds (far too little!) of the drawing with the light playing about it. As the POV moves right, you can see the light reflecting on the layered graphite, a telltale visual signature that can't be mistaken.



Splendid, absolutely splendid.

[art] Well, That's One Way To Succeed In Graphic Design

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2884.I haven't been terribly successful at graphic design. But this guy found a way. Not something I'd do, in as much as it involved all that breaking of the law and stuff.

Sounds like material for a great book though …
Gregory M. Zimmerman, 36, was a key figure in a jet-setting band of suspected identity thieves. He produced high-quality identification for a group of "creepers," who burglarized commercial office buildings in many U.S. cities, stealing checks, credit cards and personal information to defraud banks, say federal prosecutors. 
Graphic designers. More dangerous than you know.

Man, I can just picture them strip-club confabs right now. Goodfellas with a bird on it.

[SF_Lit] Wingrove's Back: Chung Kuo 01-Son Of Heaven

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2888.Quite a long time ago (it'd seem) I'd fallen, and fallen hard, for a series by a British writer, David Wingrove, called Chung Kuo. Released through the 90s, it's a series that depicts a future history taking place starting at the fin de siecle of the 22nd Century and extending through the middle of the 23rd. In it, the Han Chinese had, with amazing technology in tow, ascended toward domination of the entirety of Earth, covering major sections of every inhabited continent with sealed arcologies - continental Cities - made of an impossibly durable and strong plastic material called ice.

The conflicts between the author's depiction of Han culture and European culture and the increasing demands of a global population exceeding 34 Billion-with-a-B provided the tension that drove the conflicts in the novel, both on the personal and the global level. This series extended to eight novels (seven very good ones and one unsatisfying concluding novel) and, though in reviews lauded with the best of Herbert's Dune, never got the lasting stature it deserved.

Well, Wingrove's back and he's rebooting Chung Kuo. To be honest, I'm a bit late to the party; he started this back in 2010 and I've only now gotten to read the first novel in the sequence, Son of Heaven. 

The original novel cycle started over 100 years after the conquering of the planet by the Tyrant, Tsao Ch'un, and his continent-girdling Cities of ice, with the advent of Han ascendency hinted at by flashes of backstory. This novel, in contrast, is set in two periods and places: a post-technological Dorsetshire of 2065, and a London of 2043 that is alternatively the land of the polished, glittering, technological elite and the lower castes who have been left behind by them.

The pivotal character is a man named Jake Reed, one of 2043's Masters Of The Universe; a financial wizard by way of William Gibson, a man who's equal parts 1-percenter and TRON. He worked in the 'datscape' (a word that perhaps suggests that all the good nicknames for the noosphere have pretty much been taken) managing the wealth of nations, taking a pretty cut for himself, and leading the charmed life, pretty much insulated from the incredible poverty that lies more or less invisible from him from his chauffeured 'hopper' flights and behind the security of the walls of enclaved communities.

The hammer falls through the actions, though the aren't apparent at first, of the Chinese named Tsao Ch'un, only hinted at in this first book. Essentially, everything is fine … until over the course of two days, it isn't. Well coordinated sleepers, infiltrated throughout the Western technological and financial strata, go off, rendering the West decapitated and vulnerable; nations collapse quicker than you can say "I can't load Facebook and I can't Google why."

The book itself is structured in three parts; In the first, we get to know Jake, his son, the community that took him in and the post-technological society of 2065 (essentially, S.M. Stirling's The Change with electricity); the second book portrays The Collapse starting just before its major inflection point (the assassination of the sixtieth American President, James Griffin, at Comiskey Park) through Jake's escape from a Collapsing London to the English countryside and his acceptance into a rural community; the third book portrays the coming of the Chinese and the invasion of the hivelike City onto the British isle.

As a beginning its particularly effective; as someone who was a fan of the original series, it's intriguing and exciting to explore the interregnum that gave growth to the globe-spanning society of the Han in the later books.  I get the sense that Wingrove has found a publisher and an editor who are sympathetic to him telling the story the way it always should have been told. The reborn Chung Kuo has the taste of a Director's Cut about it, a feeling reinforced by the author's own telling of how that book The Marriage of the Living Dark, was rushed out under pressure and made to be the end of a series that it was never meant to be. After reading this first book, I've got the feeling that we're about to see the story told the way he really wanted it to be told; in the beginning, I thought, why mess with what was already a great story? and now I can't wait to get my hands on the next volume.

Maybe now, Wingrove will get the world-building approbation he really is entitled to.

[Edaturs World] Eggcorn Nation: Two Ducks Take To The Air, Only One Comes Down

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2895.So, this was written:
An article on Nov. 25 about the artist Malcolm Morley, who has a new exhibition at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill on Long Island, misstated what kind of aerial battles he watched from the rooftops during the London blitz. He and his friends watched dogfights — not duck fights.
That the New York Times should correct such a blunder is well and good, but that they let it through at all is kind of appalling, though the sting of Headsup:the blog's find is mitigated somewhat by the humor inherent in the fact that the verbiage logically suggests that there, somewhere, in the ETO, during WWII, heretofore undocumented by history, brave Blighty and Gerry war pilots were actually having 'duck fights'.

I would have loved to see what went down there.

Down. Yageddit?

Ah, hah. Well.

As to the aforementioned blogger's ultimate paragraph, we can only give an enthusiastic Amen.

(h/t Nothstine, again).

[Edatur's World] Well, If I Was FedEx, I'd Trust That Source!

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2896.So, this was posted to the Book of Face by my favorite 'net-licious station:



Read closely the middle of the graf.

FedEx says this is their busiest time of the year according to Fed Ex.

One more time.

FedEx says this is their busiest time of year … according to FEDEX.

Well, I suppose they'd know. I mean, if I were FedEx, I wouldn't ask UPS. DHL, maybe, but never UPS.

Apologies to KGW, who I'd like to remind that I wouldn't poke fun at if I didn't love.

8 Aralık 2012 Cumartesi

"If I Should Die Before My Dog" signed book giveaway!

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SIGNED BOOK GIVEAWAY !!


This special giveaway is brought to you by author's Joe and Cathy Connolly and Beck Valley Books  5 Lucky Winners will each receive a Signed Book from the authors.Open US/CA, UK and EuropeEnding on Tuesday 18th December at 11.59pm EST
A Dog Lovers lasting guide.......An beautifully illustrated interactive book that one fills in all of the information about their dogs life in the event they can no longer care for them to help ensure your pets are taken care of.
A thought provoking check list for dog lovers, who unfortunately and with much sadness can no longer take care of their dog. 
This book will assist those who want to prepare for their dogs future in an easy to use format that will guide them through the process of telling the "story" of their dogs life, for their pets "Next Guardian". 
None of us can predict the future, but in the event situations arise such as death, health impairment or left with no other choice but to give them up, this book will be there to assist your beloved pet with the transition from one home to another.

Enter Below and Good Luck !!
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Litter Getter Review & Giveaway!

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I remember that when we first got our kittens my biggest concern was the litter box. I had no idea how to train a kitten to use it, or what to do if my kitty (ahem, Boots) simply refused to use it. I really wish I had known about Litter Getter back then.

Litter Getter is an all-natural litter training solution. The Litter Getter all-natural mixture is scientifically designed to attract cats to their litter box. It is a great way to train kittens to use their box, as well as to help stop problem behaviors in older cats who are not using their box. It is natural and safe for them to use, so you don't have to worry about chemicals getting onto your kitty's paws.

When I first opened the bottle I, of course, had to smell it. To me it smelled just like any other dried herb, but then again, I am not a cat. Boots and Bruin are both box trained and only go outside of the box when there is an obviously issue, such as me forgetting to clean it, but I wanted to see if they would still be attracted to it. I sprinkled some into  a clean litter box, and within a few minutes Boots was in the litter box sniffing around. He spent quite a long time sniffing and digging before using the box, which he rarely does - he's more of an in and out quick kind of cat. I think he was intrigued by the smell, and can only imagine a kitty with box problems being just as attracted to the solution.

Boots inspecting the jug of Litter Getter
One thing I love about Litter Getter is that you can use it with any kind of litter. We personally use corn or pine litter, but it will work just as well with convential clay litter, or another litter type. It won't disturb the clumping nature of a litter either. Litter Getter also helps to neutralize odors caused by the ammonia in cat urine - always a plus in a multi-cat household like ours!

Did you know that non-use of the litter box is the #1 behavioral reason why cats are abandoned or abused? This is why the people at Litter Getter have worked so hard to create a product that works! And now you can try it for yourself - Litter Getter is giving away a bottle of their product to one of my readers! Simply enter using the Rafflecopter form below. The giveaway begins November 30th and ends at midnight EST December 9th. US Only. Good luck!

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Boston: Get ready for Pet Shoppes - the holiday pet shopping event of the year!

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Waiting for Santa
Get ready for the Pet Shoppes Holiday Event! This is the can't miss pet shopping event of the year for the Boston area! Over a dozen carefully selected pet vendors from around New England will be at the Sheraton Boston Hotel on December 8, 2012 to showcase their fun and unique products. Be a local hero and purchase locally created goods for your furry family members. This event is free and open to the public.

Why should you stop by and shop at the Pet Shoppes Holiday Event?
  • It is free to attend. Free is always good.
  • Many of these products are only found online, but at this event you will be able to see and feel the product in person, not to mention avoid shipping fees!
  • Many of these venders donate a portion of their profits to local charities. Shop and feel good that many of these donations are going to local New England charities.
  • There will be many giveaways there to enter. And winning is always fun.
  • Small businesses really need the support in a slow growing economy. Do your holiday shopping here and help support some wonderful small businesses.
  • Fairy Dog Parents will be hosting the charity gift wrapping station.
There is a great selection of venders for pet parents (or friends of pet parents!) that will be attending. You can see the full list here, along with the listing of some of the great giveaways that will be going on! 

Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance at Price Chopper

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Yesterday while out doing my usual coupon shopping I came across this great deal at Price Chopper in New England. Cat's Pride Light & Fresh unscented cat litter on clearance for $6.07, originally $12.29. Pair that with a manufactor's coupon for $1 off any Cat's Pride cat litter (exp. 12/31) and score a box for $5.07! There is also a printable $1 off coupon on Cat's Pride Facebook page for "liking" them. This was the box of litter, not the jug.

This deal was not tagged in the store. I found out when I was checking out at the register and the item rang in for the clearance price. Just a reminder that this deal may vary from store to store, but if you use clay litter I would definitely check out your local Price Chopper!

If I Should Die Before My Dog Review & Giveaway

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Book Description:
A Dog Lovers lasting guide.......An beautifully illustrated interactive book that one fills in all of the information about their dogs life in the event they can no longer care for them to help ensure your pets are taken care of.
A thought provoking check list for dog lovers, who unfortunately and with much sadness can no longer take care of their dog.
This book will assist those who want to prepare for their dogs future in an easy to use format that will guide them through the process of telling the "story" of their dogs life, for their pets "Next Guardian".
None of us can predict the future, but in the event situations arise such as death, health impairment or left with no other choice but to give them up, this book will be there to assist your beloved pet with the transition from one home to another.

My own thoughts:
No one really wants to think about the time when we may not be able to care for our loved ones, including our pets. This book helps pet owners to provide another person with all the information needed to help make any transition smoother for their furry loved one. A few years ago my mother and stepfather took in a dog after its owner had passed away suddenly. The owner was a good friend of my stepfather's, but even so he really knew nothing about the dog. A book like this would have been a treasure as they tried to help Christy (the dog) adjust to her new life.

The book may be a bit emotional to complete. There may be tears over the thought of no longer being able to be with or care for your dog, but I honestly enjoyed going through the book. I loved thinking about things such as what my dog's favorite toy is, the funny little routines we have, and all the "bad" habits (more of thinking of how funny it would be to watch another person learn to deal with these habits haha) my dog has. The hardest part for me to think about was the last one, "Special Things from My Human," because it makes us think about what about ourselves we would want our pet to have. Special songs, routines, or even a note to them telling them how much we love them; I get tears in my eyes just thinking about it.

Unfortunately we cannot predict the future, and it is best to be prepared while hoping for the best. The book could also be used for when you are on vacation or your pet is being cared for by another person for a short time, as it contains a lot of information. I would recommend this book for any dog owner.
 Be sure to check out the website for "If I Should Die Before My Dog." You can also "Like" the book on Facebook and follow on Twitter!    
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About the authors:
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Authors Joe and Cathy Connolly
Joe and Cathy Connolly have spent a lifetime owning, training and caring for dogs. Cathy grew up with a Collie breeder, dog groomer and dog handler while attending many different dog shows and eventually went on to work with other breeders as she grew older. They live in beautiful Northern Michigan with their 3 furry four legged children, one large dog, one small dog and the entire family is supervised by one bossy calico cat. 






Follow our Book Tour & signed book giveaway! 5 winners! 
1. Thursday 29th November - Beck Valley Books  
2. Friday 30th November - Ruthi Reads  
3. Saturday 1st December - Save and Share with Coupons  
4. Sunday 2nd December - The Ordinary Aunt  
5. Monday 3rd December - Adventures of Frugal Mom  
6. Tuesday 4th December - Libby’s Library  
7. Wednesday 5th December - Identity Discovery  
8. Thursday 6th December - Kol’s Notes  
9. Friday 7th December - Pellerini Proclaims  
10. Saturday 8th December - Four Paw Savings  
11. Sunday 9th December - Devoted Mommy of 3  
12. Monday 10th December - Read, Rate & Review  
13. Tuesday 11th December - Maureen’s Musings  
14. Wednesday 12th December - Two Little Cavaliers  
15. Thursday 13th December - My Cozie Corner  
16. Friday 14th December - Pam at Mom Does Reviews  
17. Saturday 15th December - Create With Joy  
18. Sunday 16th December - Tx Mommys Savings  
19. Monday 17th December - Living Frugal with Erika  
20. Tuesday 18th December - My Devotional Thoughts
 SIGNED BOOK GIVEAWAY !!
This special giveaway is brought to you by
the authors, Joe and Cathy Connolly 
&
Beck Valley Books  
 5 lucky winners will each receive their own copy of "If I Should Die Before My Dog," signed the authors.Open to US/Canada, UK and EuropeThe giveaway will end on Tuesday, December 18th, at 11:59pm EST
Enter Below and Good Luck !!


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Disclaimer: I received a signed copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.