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For a special time (until March 15th or while supplies last) Big G and DreamWorks Animation have teamed up to create four collectible DVD samplers containing content from Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Kung Fu Panda and Madagascar, just for you. Each DVD contains fun episodes, behind the scenes footage and bonus material from your favorite DreamWorks Animation movies. Hurry and collect all four! Plus, look for an exclusive sneak peak at “The Croods” coming to theaters, March 22, 2013 ~ that’s tonight. I’ll be taking the kids to see it this weekend. Girl time!

General Mills & BlogSpark gave me and the girls the coolest gift pack. It contained the following. 

Your gift pack will contain:

Just when you thought the fun had finished…the wonderful folks at Melissa & Doug decide to give you an awesome replay! They are giving away another toy daily to one lucky person with another round of daily giveaways from now until December 19, 2012. How great is that! Go here to get in on the giveaway fun! You can also check out their Facebook page for more information.

Also, now that we’re coming down to Christmas crunch time…it’s time for you to take another look at Melissa & Doug’s great gift options.

And a Special Thanks to our Co-Host:

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Yay another great giveaway A Pear of Sisters gets to participate in! And look at all those great prizes!!! Please take your time and try to enter as many times as you can. The Rafflecopter is long but with these prizes…….Good luck all!!!

First Place Winner

Xbox Bundle:

Xbox 360 4GB Console

• Xbox 360 has blockbuster games, HD movies and controller-free fun for everyone
• Built-in Wi-Fi for easy connection to Xbox LIVE
• Super quiet with sleek new design plus matching controller
• Ready for the controller-free fun of Kinect

Microsoft Xbox Live Gold Subscription Card

Boaderlands Game: In a distant future, the planets at the outer edges of the galaxy have become a beacon to fortune seekers and those yearning for a better life off world.

2nd Place Winner

Google Nexus 7 Black Wi-Fi 16GB Tablet – ASUS-1B16

The Google Nexus 7 tablet computer is the world’s first Android tablet that combines the latest Android 4.1 mobile operating system with a powerful quad-core processor for high-performance computing on the go. An eye-catching 1280 x 800 high-definition display is your touchscreen interface for this Google tablet. The Google Nexus 7 tablet computer’s LED-backlit IPS panel is made from scratch-resistant glass to offer crisp images, wide viewing angles and 10-finger multi-touch support.

3rd Place Winner:

Blue Hue” Laptop Bundle with optional matching accessories:

• Blue Laptop
• Case/Bag
• Mouse
• USB Flash Drive
• Headphones

The event dates: 11/30 – 12/10 Open World Wide. If the winner is outside the use they will receive and online gift card in the prize amount in place of the physical prize. NO EXCEPTIONS.

For a chance to win one of these three amazing prizes enter the Rafflecopter below

a Rafflecopter giveaway

As I mentioned in my previous post, there are some great Melissa and Doug products available this holiday season. What’s even nicer is Melissa & Doug has offered to give me one of the items from their 2012 Terrific Twenty Holiday List. It took a little while because there are so many great products on this list…but I decided on the Trunki.

I think this is such a fun product and it helps the little ones stay organized too. In addition, Melissa & Doug are giving away a Trunki to one of you lovely readers! Thanks Melissa & Doug!

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Check out Melissa & Doug Terrific Twenty List for the 2012 holiday season! While you’re at it, go on ahead and like their Facebook page. Everyday starting today they’ll be giving out one item from their Terrific Twenty list to ATLEAST one of their LUCKY Facebook Fans! You gotta be in it to win folks!

 Click here to see the Terrific Twenty Holiday Gifts for 2012 from Melissa & Doug!

Remember, you must like Melissa & Doug on facebook here to be entered for the daily giveaway sponsored by Melissa & Doug.

Welcome to the Give Thanks Rachael Ray Cookware Event!

Hosted by Mom Blog Society and Mom to Bed by 8

Special thanks to our lovely co-hosts Capri’s Coupons, Swank Savings, and My Vegan Gluten Free Life!

So glad I was able to participate. New Jersey was hit pretty hard with Sandy. I almost didn’t make it to the participation deadline due to power loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone working hard to pick up the pieces and also to those who can’t just yet. Thank you to the wonderful hosts and group for being supportive and understanding also!

The stylish two-tone gradient exterior on the Rachael Ray Porcelain 10-piece set adds color and style to any kitchen. This cookware heats quickly and evenly, reducing “hot spots” that can burn foods. A long-lasting nonstick interior allows food to slide off and makes cleanup quick and easy. The rubberized dual-riveted handles are comfortable and oven safe to 350 degrees. Watch your foods cook without having to remove the lid to keep moisture locked in. Comes with a Lifetime Limited Warranty.

• Number of Pieces: 10
• Includes: 2-qt. Saucepan with Lid, 3-qt. Saucepan with Lid, 6-qt. Stockpot with Lid, 8.5″ Skillet, 1-qt. Saucepan with Lid, 10″ Skillet
• Features: Clear Glass Lid, Riveted Handle, Nonstick Coating
• Pan-Pot Material: Porcelain
• Handle Material: Rubber
• Lid Material: Glass
• Finish: Enameled
• Baking cooking surface: Nonstick
• Care and Cleaning: Oven Safe up to 350 degrees, Hand-wash Only
• Warranty Description: Lifetime Limited Manufacturer Warranty

One lucky reader will receive a Rachael Ray Porcelain II Orange 10pc Set!

Giveaway ends November 15th at 11:59pm, open to US and Canadian residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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This is gonna be great!!!!