Monday, February 28, 2011

{CLOSED} St. Supery 2 Bottle Red Wine Gift Basket Giveaway from 1800baskets.com! 3 Winners! Ends 03/07!

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor 1800baskets.com! We look forward to working with you again! The winners have been notified and upon confirmation, follower names will be posted both here and on our homepage. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!
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Ascending Butterfly's Relaxing our way to Daylight Savings Time Giveaway:


I am a Spring Baby (April) and as we move closer to Daylight Savings Time (Sunday, March 13, 2011) I begin my birthday countdown! While I hate that when we 'Spring Ahead' I lose an hour of much needed sleep, I do know this means the sun will be back soon! Longer hours of sunlight and my birthday ahead, what's not to love right?

Valentine's Day was made extra special this year with the arrival of not just one, but two special packages from 1800baskets.com! With all the chaos and the back to back events, I ended up having to juggle things around a bit! But this set of Valentine's Treats were definitely one of my favorites to come home to!

Irresistible Valentine’s Day Wine Gift Basket



This basket is no longer available but I did have a chance to snap a photo of it's star the Alazar Winery & Vineyards 2008 Sonoma County Sangiovese!
About the Wine:

Powerful fruit flavors, combined with a supple texture, will appeal equally to enthusiast and novice alike.

2010 World Wine Competition, Silver, Highly Recommended, Best Buy

"Blueberry, tomato and herb aromas have nice purity and follow through on a supple entry to a dryish, savory medium-to-full body with a firm, char roasted pepper and powdery tannin finish. Try with tapas or pate."

It combines two Italian varietals, Sangiovese and Primitivo (also known as red Zinfandel in the US), with small amounts of Barbera and Merlot.

Food Pairing Recos


The aromas of tobacco in this red call for grilled or barbecued dishes. Its cherry jam flavors along with spices and hints of leather marry beautifully with spare ribs covered in gobs of sweet tangy sauce. Serve with hearty foods such as marinated herbed lamb or grilled Italian sausages with potatoes, onions and bell peppers. Ultimate red for pairing with chicken or beef and even spicy pasta dishes or Osso Buco!

Also Included:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Flat Bread
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Camembert Spread
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Almond Flavored French Twists
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Honey Wheat Braid Pretzels

Junior's Heart Shaped Cheesecake


Junior's® Heart-Shaped Cheesecake

Don't let the heart shape fool you, this is definitely an anytime treat! It's light as air and almost sinfully decadent and delicious. I've had the chance to try quite a few cheesecake's from across a wide variety of brands and the Junior’s® heart-shaped chocolate mousse cheesecake is one I would go out of my way to order again and keep in stock in my fridge!

This double layer dessert marries velvety Junior’s cheesecake with rich, chocolate ganache, then it’s topped with Junior’s creamy homemade chocolate mousse and coated in chocolate ganache, sweet raspberry drizzle and tasty chocolate chips. It's pure chocolate heaven. It's also Kosher.

About the cake:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Irresistibly sweet, it serves 12
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Net wt. 3 lbs
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - These exceptionally fresh cheesecakes and cakes require 2-Day delivery for an additional $7.99. (and while I normally hate when shipping charges are almost a quarter of the price of the item, in this case I tell you this cake is just that good!)

My Take:

The wine basket and ever so heavenly cheesecake definitely get my highest recommendation as perfect gifts not just for Valentine's Day but year round!

Whether they become special components in a very romantic meal menu or even just the highlight to a relaxing evening in, you can't go wrong, and together they make a killer combo that deliver just the right one-two punch!

 St. Supéry® 2 Bottle Red Wine Gift Basket


 St. Supéry® 2 Bottle Red Wine Gift Basket

You didn't think I'd forget about you right? Who loves you butterfly?

The St. Supéry® Vineyards sit on over 1,500 acres in the lush Napa Valley wine region and are renowned for producing some of the world’s finest wines.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 2004 St. Supéry® Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 2003 St. Supéry® Napa Valley Merlot
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Portlock® Smoked Salmon
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Walkers® Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Biscuits
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ferrero Rocher® Chocolates
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Delightful hand-woven natural willow basket with arching handle and front dividers to hold wine bottles upright while carrying a picnic lunch

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at 1800baskets.com have a very special surprise for 3 lucky winners! 3 winners will receive the St. Supéry® 2 Bottle Red Wine Gift Basket from 1800baskets.com! We will pick one Google Follower, one Twitter Follower and one Facebook Follower, so no matter which way you choose to connect with Ascending Butterfly you have an equal chance to win!

Don't you just ♥ 1800baskets.com? I know I do!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY entry- Visit 1800baskets.com and link us another Basket you like! Also, because this is a wine basket giveaway you must be and must state that you are 21 years of age or older! - Do NOT Post the URL to the either of the items reviewed or your entry will be disqualified. (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 21 years of age or older. No PO Boxes.

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Sunday, February 27, 2011

Sunday Moment of Gratitude! It's oscars night!



This week, I am grateful for
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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Surviving the first week of domain change-over chaos! The email transition is still in process, so if you have sent an email to us that hasn't been answered within 48 hours, please comment here and let me know!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - This weekend I am most grateful for sleep, I've been trying to very hard to catch up on it!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  It's the oscars! I'm looking forward to enjoying the dresses and fashions! (Don't forget to share your best and worst here!)

What are you grateful for today? I'd love for you to write in and share what you are grateful for this week. The more you say it, the more you speak it, and the more you live in gratitude, the more you will find reasons to be grateful for, and the more reasons that the universe will send you to be grateful for. So join me on this journey of gratitude and inspiration. And you can post here daily (even though my list will be posted weekly).

Remember, attitude really does determine altitude.

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For those of you who are interested in keeping a gratitude journal this year, here is my recommendation and where to purchase it:
















Make this Your Best Day ever, Bless and Be Blessed!

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Friday, February 25, 2011

Rune of Romance Necklace Review


  Rune of Romance Necklace


In December, we worked with Energy Muse to bring you the Rune of 'Riches' Necklace see review HERE. For Valentine's Day I was sent the Rune of 'Romance' Necklace and as a single girl in the city, I have to admit I was bit curious to see if this one would work the same magic in my life as the Rune of Riches! I immediately put it on, saged it (I do this with all gemstone jewelry), set my intention, said the included affirmation and even added a few of my own. The weather was awful the day the necklace arrived, and I had stayed indoors the entire day and worked mostly from home.

The Day of it's Debut in New York City!

I finally had a chance to wear my new necklace and during New York Fashion Week No Less! With the awfully cold weather it was mostly under my coat and I wondered if I would experience the same results if the necklace wasn't as clearly visible.

I didn't have very long to wonder how well it would work! I was on the subway when a man sitting in front of me tried to strike up a conversation out of the blue! This rarely ever happens to me! Most of my subway conversations with strangers on trains are usually about the garbled announcement, or why is the train not moving?

During back to back events that day I found people 'friendlier', just more 'welcoming' somehow. 

After a super long day when I was finally on my way home, I realized I had no energy to cook but was starving, so I decided to pick up some fast food. As I was walking from the restaurant toward home, I saw someone coming toward me in the opposite direction. I had a feeling he was going to say something to me, but I wasn't very sure what. And I will admit as a born and raised New Yorker I was slightly expecting a dis-respectful catcall. And when he approached me, he completely took me in with his eyes (I must admit this was a bit off-putting!), and then just said 'Gorgeous' and turned beet red and walked away! He seemed more taken aback by it all than I was!

It was absolutely flattering to receive such a sincere compliment, and seeing a grown man turn as bashful as a kid was a fun bonus! He actually walked away before I could even answer!

I have found much like with the Rune of Riches people are very attracted to this necklace when I wear it. Maybe they can 'feel' the positive intentions I've set, and anything we are vibrationally aligned to is that much more powerful!

While I have not completed the full 21 day cycle of saying the included affirmations with this necklace, I have already noticed more people 'drawn' to me. I find during networking events I'm way less nervous, and I have noticed more attention when I am wearing this necklace, will 2011 finally be the year cupid gets me?

That, dear Butterflies, remains to be seen! J

I do want to thank Energy Muse for letting me try this fabulous necklace out, and if I meet the love of my life this year, you guys will definitely get an invite to the wedding!

We hope to have Energy Muse return with something special for You in May!

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Thursday, February 24, 2011

Today's Words of Inspiration - Love Month in Catch Up Mode!



  Love month in catch up mode!

I have a funny feeling love month will be running overtime! Which is definitely not a bad thing! We have a few Valentine's Promos that will be posted soon and a great review too. In March our Spotlight Handbag of the Month Feature returns with a Spring Ready Stunner! So stay tuned! Today I need to take my own advice and 'breathe' in some peace and pace myself!

Today's Words of Inspiration'
 
Use 'Today's Words of Inspiration' as a breathing meditation to still your mind, quiet your thoughts and bring in positive energy. As you inhale bring in only positive energy by saying in your mind, I breathe in positive energy (or you can say creative energy if that is what you wish to create more of) and as you exhale, Affirm out loud 'I have enough energy to move through each task'

Spend some time each day enjoying focused breathing AND soul guided meditative visualization, in doing so, you can bring about profound and powerful changes in your life.

Visualize yourself manifesting something unique, guided by universal forces that emerge spontaneously from within your soul. Do this at least twice today and see how by taking a moment away from the hectic pace and breathing in positive energy and affirming what you wish to create, your thinking will become different.

Remember, attitude really does determine altitude.

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Make this your best day ever, Bless and Be Blessed!

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Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Wordless Wednesday - Flowers Invade Park Avenue!



I was on my way to the Fisher Price event at The Loews on Park Avenue when I came upon these flowers and couldn't resist taking a picture of them! Just something cheery to make a busy day in New York City brighter! Inspiration Dear Butterflies really can be found everywhere!

 
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Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Today's Words of Inspiration + Winner's Announcements! Walking on Sunshine!



© 2009, verkocht Schilderkunst

What's Your 'Song in Your Head' Today?

I have been riding the wave of some amazing energy lately! I've attended some really fun events, scored some killer deals, and even tried on a FAB designer dress 4 sizes smaller than I expected (over pants by the way) and it looked fierce!

Lately I have been feeling like I am walking on sunshine, what's the 'song in your head' today? We all know how much our thoughts and our self talk can affect our outlook! So too can our entertainment!

The positive energy in my life lately has been creating more positive energy, and more noticeably positive self talk. I am quite aware that the best way to sustain this positive energy is to continue to fill my thoughts with positive thoughts, be it by daily affirmations, meditation, and even by positive music!

Even finding the photo above made me smile!
 
Today's Words of Inspiration'
 
Use 'Today's Words of Inspiration' as a breathing meditation to still your mind, quiet your thoughts and bring in positive energy. As you inhale bring in only positive energy by saying in your mind, I breathe in positive energy (or you can say creative energy if that is what you wish to create more of) and as you exhale, Affirm out loud 'I'm walking on sunshine and today I vow to feel good!'

Spend some time each day enjoying focused breathing AND soul guided meditative visualization, in doing so, you can bring about profound and powerful changes in your life.

Visualize yourself manifesting something unique, guided by universal forces that emerge spontaneously from within your soul. Do this at least twice today and see how by taking a moment away from the hectic pace and breathing in positive energy and affirming what you wish to create, your thinking will become different.

Remember, attitude really does determine altitude.

It is OK to *Re-Tweet* the link to this post and You can find me (@Tracy_Iglesias) on Twitter ! Twitter love: re*tweet by copying and pasting the following into your update field:

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Make this your best day ever, Bless and Be Blessed!

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Monday, February 21, 2011

{CLOSED} RedEnvelope's You pick it, we ship it Giveaway! Ends 02/28!

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor RedEnvelope! We look forward to working with you again! The winner has been notified and upon confirmation, follower name will be posted both here and on our homepage. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!
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Ascending Butterfly Valentine's Day Love Month Giveaways sponsored by:


There is only one bad thing about being totally single on 'V-Day'. The lack of romantic, sweet surprises! Me and my friends like to get together and have a 'Mud Masks and Margaritas' day. Home Spa Treatments, cocktails and friends are a fun combo!

But this year when a red box arrived at my doorstep and I opened it to reveal something super cute, super girly and sparkly I'll admit to feeling a little giddy! (I was going to say 'swoony' but I'm not sure that's a 'real' word!)

Diamond Accent Butterfly Hearts Necklace

The two interlocking hearts symbolize everlasting love and devotion. Each heart is studded with diamonds along the opposite edge.

Necklace Specs:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - sterling-silver hearts with sterling-silver rope chain
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - chain adjusts from 16"-18" long
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - spring ring clasp
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - pendant measures 1" x 7/8" high
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - total diamond weight of .03 carats

My Take:

I love the symbolism behind the two interlocking hearts! RedEnvelope has set themselves apart by offering a great variety of gifts, in elegant signature packaging, but this one is a bit more meaningful to me personally. Being born in April, Diamonds are my birthstone. Butterflies hold very special significance in my life and the interlocking hearts that form this butterfly I have taken to represent my grandmother and my great-grandmother who have passed being carried with me.

There is something just extra special about this necklace, and it's not just a perfect Valentine's Day gift, it's a special gift for any occasion, and I'd recommend it especially if you have any special Aries ladies in your life. It would also make a fabulous Sweet 16 or Quinceanera Gift for a special young lady.

The only thing I would advise is to change the chain if this is for an adult, the chain it comes with is a bit better suited as a gift for a young lady.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at RedEnvelope have a very special love month surprise for one lucky winner! 1 winner can pick any item $70 and under from RedEnvelope.com!

Don't you just ♥ RedEnvelope? I know I do!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY entry- Visit RedEnvelope.com and link us to the item you would pick if you win! - Do NOT Post the URL to the diamond accent butterfly hearts necklace. (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Please follow directions or you will be disqualified! All comments are moderated, they may not appear on the site right away (comments like "I want this" or "I want to win" will not be entered). You have from Monday, Februrary 21, 2011 until Monday, Februrary 28, 2011 at 03:00 PM (EST) to comment and be entered for a chance to win. You will have 48 hours to confirm if we do not hear from you we will be forced to move on to an alternate. (We only notify winners DIRECTLY via email, so if your profile or your comment does not have an email your entry will not be processed)

EXTRA CREDIT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NEW! - This is a one time, one click vote request. Please click on the link and press 'Like' Here: http://tinyurl.com/4rkefxo

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Blog about this giveaway, linking to this giveaway post. Leave the URL in a comment. (If your blog post contains more than just a pic and link you'll get 5 extra credit entries!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - In the spirit of Valentines Fun share with us the best or worst gift you have ever received!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Grab our Button and put it on your Blog. Leave the URL where we can see it in a comment (if you already have our button, just let us know, you will still get extra credit!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @Tracy_Iglesias on Twitter (this is ascendingbutterfly’s editor) and give me your twitter ID in a comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tweet this:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ @RedEnvelope You pick it, we ship it Giveaway! Item of your choice $70 or under! Ends 2/28/11 - http://tinyurl.com/45jw7ej

(Leave a comment with the tweet’s url so you can get a valid entry (click on the time your tweet was sent to get the direct URL and then copy and paste it here). You can Tweet TWICE per DAY. If you Tweet more than that, that entry will be disqualified.)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @RedEnvelope on Twitter

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Digg about this giveaway and leave your digg username in your comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Fave this blog on Technorati and leave your Technorati user name in your comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow Ascending Butterfly on Facebook HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 'Like' RedEnvelope on Facebook (and remember to tell them 'Ascending Butterfly sent me') HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow Ascending Butterfly on Networked Blogs HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Join Ascending Butterfly's NEW Community/Real Time Chat, Group HERE

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Vote for Ascending Butterfly on: Fuel My Blog

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Have you entered another active giveaway on Ascending Butterfly? Let me know which one and you’ll get more extra credit!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Have you commented on a non-giveaway entry? Let me know which one here and you’ll get more extra credit!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Press the button below and join, you get an extra entry for this giveaway and a shot at more great prizes, lets win together! (one time extra credit, will be verified before entry can be accepted)



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FTC Disclosure Info for this Giveaway: This is not a paid insertion. This is a non-compensated post and all opinions regarding the product and the sponsor are my own experiences. I was provided product to facilitate the review and giveaway. The sponsors are fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the product. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment rests with the sponsor.