Showing posts with label holidays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holidays. Show all posts

Monday, November 21, 2011

{CLOSED} Win the Hulk Hogan Main Event Video Game on Kinect for Xbox 360 Giveaway! Ends 11/28

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Hulk Hogan Main Event on Kinect for Xbox 360! Our Winner is: Sam Buck Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!
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Ascending Butterfly's 2011 Holidays Buying Guide, Giveaway #7 brought to you by:


Teen Corner

I have a confession, I grew up watching wrestling. And get this, it wasn't my Dad who introduced me to wrestling (he died when I was way too young), it was  my MOM. We'd watch wrestling together faithfully, and yell at the TV screen often! We had our favorites as well as the 'bad' guy wrestlers we hated, and I remember totally having a school girl crush on Ricky The Dragon Steamboat!

I don't watch it now as often as I used to, but my crush on Ricky changed over to The Rock, and a few years ago I won local radio station tickets to go to Madison Square Garden and catch a Wrestling event there and my friends thought I had won the lottery! I felt like a kid again while at the Garden, I was yelling along and having a great time!

Earlier this Fall I attended a Holidays Preview event in New York City where I had the opportunity to preview Fall Video Game releases from Majesco Entertainment. They contacted me in advance of the event and asked me to forward along the info to other tri-state based bloggers, which I was super stoked about! The event felt like a happy East Coast Bloggers reunion of sorts! They had game areas set up where we had a chance to try out each game, talk to game designers, compete against one another, try great cocktails and pick on great appetizers to help keep up our energy while we tried out the games.

I enjoyed playing all the games, but one game honestly did stand out above the rest, yep you guessed it, it was a wrestling game. And not just any wrestling game. It was Hulk Hogan's Main Event! The ultimate wrestling 'good guy' (OK I do remember his brief walk on the wrestling 'dark side' but I choose to forget it!). I'm a New York city girl, a self confessed Tom Boy and a wrestling fanatic, this video game is SO me. I get to beat up a bad guy and let out my city stress and aggression in a decidedly healthy way!

I had a blast playing this game, I had trouble picking it up at first, to which every guy around the demo area (including the one teaching me the game) all yelled in unison 'Stop hitting like a girl!', and much like Hulk Hogan, who tends to come back strong toward the end of the match, I let it all go, all inhibitions flew out the window and I got the hang of it! I let the computer (and the doubters) have it! I can't wait to play this one with my older nephew! You best believe I am going to practice my butt off!


About Hulk Hogan's Main Event


Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄ƷHulk Hogan, wrestling icon and global sensation serves as your mentor and coach showing you the ropes on delivering the best show for the crowd.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Perform 50+ unique jaw dropping special attacks, general moves and stunts as the Kinect sensor tracks your every punch and kick.


Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Build Your Ultimate Wrestler: Create your ring superstar by choosing body type, face, gear and more!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - It's all about showmanship so whether you're giving the hits, taking the damage or selling the pain, your goal is to get the crowd roaring with your best performance to achieve the highest score.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Multiple Gameplay Modes:
  • Campaign (Story): Work your way from backyard matches to the big stage while keeping the crowd on their feet.
  • Head-to-Head: Take turns delivering punishing combos with a friend. <- SO FUN!
  • Quick Stunt: Launch into any extreme stunt you want to practice.
  • Hardcore: Fight tough-to-beat enemy wrestlers under the extreme difficulty setting. <-I still need more practice with this one!
  • Tutorial: Learn basic moves and special stunts to become the best. <- ♥ the tutorials!
  • Replay Highlights: Relive your best stunts in slow motion to revel in your glory days.
  • Perform in 9 radically different venues including the backyard, local gym and Inferno stadium in front of a massive, roaring crowd. Use a variety of damaging props and objects including metal chairs and ladders to excite the crowd and deliver extreme pain to your rivals.
  • Xbox LIVE Leaderboards showcase Stunt of the Day and All Time Best Stunts from players nationwide. <-Look out Leaderboards Here I Come!

 My Take:

I am super lucky that my mom never defined activities by gender, and I got to try Karate, Horseback Riding and even Wrestling at an early age. Hulk Hogan's Main Event was my standout favorite from the Fall preview event, I'm probably biased because I am a wrestling fan, but I could definitely see non-wrestling fans enjoying the game as well.

The Tutorials are helpful, and playing the computer will help you hone your skills and get more advanced, but this game is so much more fun when you play with your friends! It will definitely have you all laughing in no time! The only other games that make me laugh as much for group play are the singing/Karoake games.

This game is ONLY available for the 360, which I hope changes, I hope it gets offered for the Wii as well!

Because this is a wrestling game (ie yes folks there is violence) it's rated T for teen! 



I can only hope someone from the great minds at Majesco develop a video game for The Rock! (Dwayne Johnson if you are reading this, I get a cut! And a signed copy. Hopefully personally delivered by you, OK I digress......)

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

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Majesco Entertainment would like to give 1 lucky winner a Hulk Hogan's Main Event Video Game on Kinect for Xbox 360! (Video Game System is NOT included in the prize, just the game!)

Don't you just ♥ Hulk Hogan's Main Event and Majesco Entertainment? 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 Majesco Entertainment's Games Catalog and select any other Majesco Game you like and LINK us to it!  (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. No purchase necessary. One entry per Household, see Ascending Butterfly Giveaway Rules and Disclosure Policy HERE

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, November 21, 2011 until Monday, November 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 - In honor of all things Wrestling, Name your Favorite Wrestler!

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!)

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Hulk Hogan's Main Event for Xbox 360 Kinect Video Game #Giveaway from @Majesco + @Ascending1  Ends 11/28 - http://tinyurl.com/8ytoaj5

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FTC Disclosure Info for this Giveaway:  Hulk Hogan's Main Event Video Game was provided for review free of charge. No monetary compensation has been received. The sponsors are fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the products. All opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment rests with the sponsor. An Affiliate Link is used for the ScoreBig Extra Credit Entry and for EZ Win game.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Dear Mr. Patridge Gift Set from Mor Cosmetics Giveaway! Ends 01/13

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor MOR Cosmetics! 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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Today's Butterfly sponsored by:



It's Like A Love Letter to your Skin!


Dear Mr. Patridge Gift Set


Let your senses feast on the delicious spices of Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Cloves rounded off with Vanilla to evoke scents of the Festive Season. Feel warmed by notes of Sandalwood, Cedarwood and Patchouli. Above all celebrate the gift of giving with this limited edition offering of hand cream, soap bar and candle encased in a keepsake tin exclusively from MOR
I have always loved the mix of Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedarwood and Patchouli! There are two things I always custom blend for myself, my signature lipstick color and my scent. Those two things are always a combo that I layer and blend myself to get a very specific result. They are what I'm pickiest about and what I have very strong preferences on. It is the absolute highest seal of approval I can give something in those two categories if I wear them straight out their packaging 'as-is'. I have rarely worn a lipstick color that I didn't mix with something else to get my desired color. And I have also rarely worn a scent that is not layered and combined with something else, either another perfume, or an oil. I am happy to say that with Dear Mr. Patridge, I did NOT feel the need to custom blend or layer with something else. I used the soap and it's matching hand cream (I dab a bit of the cream on my pressure points on my wrists, the front of the crook of my elbow and my neck) and honestly just LOVE it.

One of my themes for this year, is putting MYSELF first. It's something I rarely give myself permission to do, and with this set I feel like I am doing just that. And while it is a limited edition set that came out for the holidays, I don't see it as a solely 'holidays time' set. There is an evocative warmness to the scent, and because of the quality of MOR soaps you are definitely doing something wonderful for your skin. It leaves you feeling clean, warm and soft; and most importantly incredibly pampered!

My Take:

Pros:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - The packaging with this set, as with all of MOR products is simply beautiful, what better than to have your bath products actually enhance your decor? They just make your space look Pretty! It gives your bathroom Five Star Hotel and Spa elegance for an affordable price, how cool is that?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - You will definitely want to re-purpose the gift tin!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - This set will make you look forward to bath time. It will put you in a 'me-time' mindset. Light that candle run your bath and let the scent fill your nose, you are instantly in the mood for a lovely beverage, a bath pillow and a great novel or magazine, you'll just want to stay in there and indulge! Dear Mr. Patridge has helped me really stick to my goals of putting myself first this year, of taking time to relax and unwind and honestly I can't put a price on that!

Cons

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - I'm nervous about this being a limited edition holiday set that I will fall so madly in love with it, and then will have to wait until the holidays again to re-stock! :(

MOR products never disappoint, the soap bar lasts a super long time, and the scents are usually just intoxicating. The only problem I always have with MOR is just one, working up the courage to remove the soap from it's beautiful packaging, which I try to do VERY carefully. The packaging becomes a draw sachet until the scent is done!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at MOR want you to win a Dear Mr. Patridge Gift Set too! Don't you just ♥ MOR? I know I do! (I have a feeling MOR will always be my bathtime bestie!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win:  Here are the Easy 1,2,3 Steps to Winning!

(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 our friends at MOR and LINK us to another great product they sell that catches your eye! REMEMBER: You CANNOT link to the Dear Mr. Patridge Gift Set or the 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! This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes. We are  no longer sending courtesy reminders when entries do not qualify, make sure you are following publicly and your entry comment complies with giveaway win it instructions or it will be deleted.

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 Wednesday, January 05, 2010 until Thursday, January, 13, 2010 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 - 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!)

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ #ascendingbutterfly and @MORcosmetics Dear Mr. Patridge Gift Set #Giveaway! Ends 01/13 http://tinyurl.com/2d6pxb6

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -Mor Cosmetic Gift Sets are also available for purchase from Layla Grayce

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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. Sponsor is fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the products. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment, rests with the sponsor. I genuinely LOVE MOR! :-)

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Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Win the best shower you've ever had! USA Bundle of 4 Salux Cloths Giveaway! Ends 12/14

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Salux Cloths! We look forward to working with you again! The winner is 'stroker881'. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!
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Ascending Butterfly Holidays Buying Guide 2010, Twelfth Giveaway sponsored by:


The Salux Shop - The original Japanese Beauty Skin Wash Cloth

Have you ever used something and thought to yourself 'why didn't I invent that'? This is exactly one of those products! It's pure genius, it's effective, simple to use, long lasting and replaces a problem product. BUT, it is NOT available in retail stores!

The Discovery
"I first discovered this wonderful cloth at a luxury hotel in Hawaii many years ago. After an incredible day of swimming and sunning I returned to my room and there it was. I can't imagine a shower without one now. Unable to find them here I depended on friends traveling to Hawaii to replenish my stash for years. So here I am offering them to you because it's one of those simple things that will just make your day." ~ Joie


About Salux

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - It's from Japan where bathing is an art, a science, and a daily part of the lifestyle culture
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 11x35 ins drape it down your back and easily wash your neck and back.This feels great!
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Creates a rich invigorating lather exfoliates your entire body as it polishes your skin
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Special patented texture stimulates your skin and promotes blood circulation
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 60% nylon 40% polyester Hygienic and durable rinses clean and dries quickly after each use
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Excellent for camping, the gym, massage and traveling
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Longer lasting and more sanitary than a washcloth or a loofah product. No mildew odors
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Japanese Invention Award winner created in 1956 and now holds patents Worldwide
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - It's the best shower buddy you will ever have!

My Take

The Salux Cloth is absolutely amazing, it has replaced all those stupid poofs that quickly lose their shape. The exfoliation my skin receives from these means I don't have to purchase separate and pricey skin exfoliators. It leaves my skin very soft and smooth. I can tell you when the time comes that I need to replace mine, I will be re-buying these and I will never go back to those poufs again! It also replaces those long back scrubbers because the length on these enable you to get to your back with ease. These actually also increase circulation, and you really do come out feeling invigorated and renewed! It's definitely like a spa treatment, just way cheaper!


The Salux Shop
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Salux, want to you to experience the Salux Cloth for yourself! Don't you just ♥ Salux? 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 The Salux Shop and tell us which color Salux Cloth you like! (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 Tuesday, December 07, 2010 until Tuesday, December 14, 2010 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 - 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!)

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ @Tracy_Iglesias #ascendingbutterfly USA Bundle of 4 Salux Cloths #Giveaway - Ends 12/14 - http://tinyurl.com/2fxkmwg

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Sunday, December 5, 2010

Hallmark Recordable Storybooks Giveaway - 3 Winners! - Ends 12/12

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Hallmark! We look forward to working with you again and thank you for allowing us to host THREE winners for this giveaway! The winners are Chelyeah, Jesika and Jenspurg. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!
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Ascending Butterfly Holidays Buying Guide 2010, Tenth Giveaway sponsored by:



Christmas in August? I had a chance to celebrate Christmas in August with Hallmark when I attended the BlogHer 2010 Conference in New York City. On a warm, humid evening, Hallmark transformed a beautiful party space into a Christmas Wonderland!

There were themed rooms, a very 'Hunky' santa, Christmas themed Cocktails, and a variety of Hallmark Ornaments, Recordable Storybooks and not just a goodie bag, but a full on goodie box so chock full of goodies, that instead of leaving the party with them, they were mailed to us later!

I am a long time card carrying 'Gold Crown' member Hallmark Fan. I love to give and receive Hallmark Cards and my biggest weakness, their ornaments. We get a new ornament each year. My Christmas tree really could be used in their advertising as a display tree.

My Inner Child

The ornaments all have memories and all bring out my inner child. But I will have to admit that I did have a favorite in my goodie box, it's Hoops&yoyo™! They always make me smile and I was very happy to find a Hoops&yoyo™ ornament in my box, they were given a very prime 'front and center' spot on my tree this year!



When you press the button in the center you can hear one of several silly messages from hoops&yoyo! Dimensions: 3 1/2" H. Price: $16.95 - If you want to purchase it, you can just press on the image above and it will take you straight there! Everyone just HAS to press it and hear what the little pranksters have to say!

Your A Cute One Mr. Grinch


Green Eggs and Ham™
I remember my mom would read me Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss when I was a little girl and have to admit I was also very much delighted to find this ornament in my goodie box! This ornament is by By Julie Forsyth. Dimensions: 3 1/4" W. Price: $14.95 The image is also clickable directly to hallmark if you'd like to purchase one for that special little someone who enjoys Dr. Seuss!

First in a Series

I have quite a bit of ornaments that are a series, and each year I always look forward to finding out what is being released in a series I'm collecting. Start a new ornament tradition with this first-in-the-series stained glass window ornament. Each ornament in this new series will feature a stained glass window with a unique design. Attaches to light string for optional light effect.


Glad Tidings - 1st in the Windows of Faith series

Glad Tidings is the 1st in the Windows of Faith series, and I already know I will be collecting the series! Years ago I taught the Special Education students in my church and I attended a conference and during the breakout session there was an expo hall with vendors and I bought a set of Stained Glass Ornaments that I absolutely treasure. They have to be placed very strategically however to truly catch the light. When I saw this ornament from Hallmark, that simply plugs into one of the lights on the tree and then illuminates from within, it was absolutely, positively LOVE at first sight. And since I also love watching the annual mass from Rome each year, this series is sure to become one of my favorites!

On ornament: Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy. Luke 2:10 By Tom Best. 4 1/2" H. Price $12.95. The image is clickable if you'd like to add this ornament to your collection!

Hallmark Recordable Storybooks





There were tons of goodies in the box, including Hallmark Recordable Storybooks!  These books are wonderful because they allow a special child in your life to hear your voice reading the story. Bringing the story to life for them in a much more meaningful way. If mom or dad often work late and miss bed time, your children can still hear YOUR voice! Do grandma and grandpa or a favorite aunt or uncle live in another city? Send them the book so they can record their voice reading the story, and then the grandchild or niece/nephew can still hear the voice of the Grandparent, Aunt or Uncle they love!

DISCOUNT ALERT: Haven't ordered your holiday cards yet? Hallmark even offers you the option of them mailing them out for you! In addition, I have a discount code for you! Use the code Blogher30 for 30% off your holiday cards on Hallmark.com, isn't that cool? HURRY! This offer expires 12/31/10.
 
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Hallmark, want to place not just one, but THREE Hallmark Recordable Storybooks under 3 winners Tree this holiday season! We will have a winner per channel! One winner will be selected from our google followers; One winner from our Twitter Followers, and last but not least One winner will be selected from our Facebook Page! Just remember to leave a main entry comment here too!



Don't you just ♥ Hallmark? 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 Hallmark Recordable Storybooks and tell us which book you would like to get for the child in your life - Do NOT list the two books mentioned in the review. There are 15 books total, so select from the other 13! (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 Sunday, December 05, 2010 until Sunday, December 12, 2010 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)

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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 sponsor is 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. I truly love Hallmark and do collect their series ornaments each year, well before blogging I might add! :-)