CEIVA Pro 80 Digital Frame and a One Year Photo Plan Giveaway!

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Ceiva! We look forward to working with you again! Our confirmed winner is 'Benny Williams' - Congrats! 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, Seventeenth Giveaway sponsored by:

Holidays are more special because of the traditions we enjoy and the memories we share. Now where exactly are your memories being stored? Are they in your digital camera, did you forget to download them, and now you are at the next great event and have NO ROOM on your memory card? So which picture goes so you can enjoy this new memory?

Did you capture a really great shot with your camera phone, but lost the cable and now can't transfer it to your computer so you can show off to your friends or update your facebook status?

Would you love to 'push' a picture to your digital photo frame from anywhere in the world? Impossible you scoff? Would I lie to you butterflies?

The CEIVA Pro 80 Digiframe

Pictures may be worth a thousand words, but in each one you try to put your best foot forward, and you don't want your treasured memories in just any frame! The frame has to be just as pleasing as the pictures. And this frame does not disappoint on both the technical or the aesthetic fronts!

Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Connect by telephone line or by Wifi and receive photos sent from anyone you invite as your guest – from anywhere in the world!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Send pictures to your frame via smartphones, iPhone, email and sites like Flickr and Facebook

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -Lifetime warranty – as long as you have an active PicturePlanCEIVA will replace or repair the product for free.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Memory Card Slots - Insert a memory card into the back and enjoy an instant slideshow

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Use a media server application to show photos over your home network

Santa Baby, Put a Ceiva Under the Tree For Me

I've been an awfully good girl, so hurry down my chimney tonight! This is actually an across the board pick because I can't think of one person on your list who wouldn't fall in love with it! I will warn you that you better get your parents and grandparents one because if they see yours, it's a goner!

I love that much like my giveaways are structured, Ceiva's set up guide is pretty much 3 steps!

1. Register Your Frame

2. Upload Photos

3. Connect the frame to your wifi and sync <-This is the step I almost overlooked after uploading the photos, because I hate manuals and set up guides so I totally over-looked the obvious which I guess would have taken the frame from beyond simple to purely intuitive! LOL

Yes it really is that simple. And while it's actually my first official digital frame and I have no other 'frame of reference' (oops no pun intended!), I have had many friends and family complain about setting up frames in the past. So I was nervous at first, but it really is THAT simple! Now I can have my family and besties (who have all abandoned NYC for greener pastures) send me photos instantly, and I love that. I won't miss a moment. I want all of us to get these so we can send pictures to each other instantly! Especially great for those vacation memories and of course HOLIDAYS!

Nab A Deal!

Special pricing for the Holidays

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - CEIVA Pro80 Starter Pack (includes one-year PicturePlan Photo Delivery Service and WiFi adapter)- $119.95

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - CEIVAshare Starter Pack (includes one-year PicturePlan Photo Delivery Service)- $99.95 (Wifi adapter optional)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - free shipping for orders over $99

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Purchase any two frames (not including outlet items) and receive $10 off

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Purchase any three frames (not including outlet items) and receive $20 off

My Take:

I really love the CEIVA Pro80 Starter Pack! I highly recommend it across the board for anyone on your list. There is nothing more personal or more thoughtful. I can see it just as easily under the tree as a gift for your parents or grandparents as I could for your College Student in the dorm who would love a piece of home to take with them, or on that busy Executive's desk, you may even want multiples for yourself so you can have one every room! (Well except for the ahem 'powder room' it might creepy to have it in there!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Ceiva, want to provide you with a place to store your treasured holiday memories too! Don't you just ♥ Ceiva? 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 Ceiva and tell me something you learned about it that wasn't mentioned here! (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.

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 Thursday, December 16, 2010 until Thursday, December 23, 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!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - In the spirit of Christmas fun, how about an extra credit for sharing your night before christmas ritual (if you don't celebrate Christmas, share your favorite New Years Eve ritual)

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 and give me your twitter ID in a comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tweet this:

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - I could use your vote (please leave me your voting number in the comment field for an extra credit) - http://www.itsthoughtful.com/gift-idea/2758/

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 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.

Win your own Bedroom Oasis with Leggett & Platt's $300 Gift Card Giveaway! Ends 12/22

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Leggett & Platt! We look forward to working with you again! Our confirmed winner is 'Cori Westphal' - Congrats! :-) 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, Sixteenth Giveaway sponsored by:

This holiday season has had me hopping and working harder than ever. Because of that, I've really been working hard to make my home especially my bedroom a zone of tranquility. I've finally got the bed thing down (but that's a post for another day!), and you know how important I think bedding is. And better still how important pillows are!

I sleep something akin to a Tornado. Which means there will be some time on my side, some on my back, and mostly on my stomach. If you are anything like me, you've learned that the pillow that works well for your sides, may be super uncomfortable for you when you are on your stomach. Stomach sleepers usually do have a harder time finding a pillow that works well for them. I should know, I'm one of them!

You guys all know I'm pretty particular about bedding, and our last sponsor certainly set the bar high!

400 Thread Count Sheet Set with RestAssured Easy-Fit Corner Pockets 



400 Thread Count Sheet Set



400 Thread Count flat sheet, fitted sheet and two standard pillow cases. Available in Classic White or Soothing Ivory.

Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Unique sheet-corner design

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 100 percent Egyptian single-ply cotton

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Fits any mattress up to 18" deep

Benefits

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Fitted sheet guaranteed to fit snuggly, meaning less time making the bed

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Provides a luxurious sense of comfort

Cool Aire Memory Foam Pillow

Cool Aire Memory Foam Pillow

Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Specially designed air flow channels

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ergonomic design

Benefits

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Provides a cooler sleep

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Relieves pressure from neck and head, allowing a more comfortable rest

West Bay Bed



West Bay Bed



While I couldn't convince them to let me review this headboard and footboard, I just had to feature it, because I Love it so much!

My Take:

I really love the cool aire pillows! People tend to toss and turn at night looking for the cool spot, this pillow IS the cool spot! I'd say I love it best for back and side sleeping, and I really love to stack them both up on top of one another when reading in bed! Hide these from the hubby ladies, he WILL steal them or get him his own set because you will want to keep them both trust me. If you are a stomach sleeper like me, these work best with your head closer to the edge than smack dab in the middle for some reason.

I haven't washed the sheet set enough yet to speak of long term durability, so far I am very happy with them. I love Egyptian Cotton and I chose them in white, there is just something about fresh, crisp white sheets, it's a year round favorite for me!

I have definitely been enjoying creating my bedroom oasis, and highly recommend Leggett & Platt for your bedding needs!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Leggett & Platt, want to help you create a holiday bedroom oasis of your own with a $300 gift certificate! Don't you just ♥ Leggett & Platt? 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 Leggett & Platt and link us to something you like! - Do NOT Post the URL to any of the review items or your entry will be deleted. (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.

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, December 15, 2010 until Wednesday, December 22, 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!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - In the spirit of Christmas fun, how about an extra credit for sharing your night before christmas ritual (if you don't celebrate Christmas, share your favorite New Years Eve ritual)

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 and give me your twitter ID in a comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tweet this:

Pls RT Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ #ascendingbutterfly + @LeggettSleep Leggett and Platt $300 Gift Card #Giveaway! - http://tinyurl.com/278ttfy

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @LeggettSleep on Twitter

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

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow Ascending Butterfly on Facebook 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 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 - I could use your vote (please leave me your voting number in the comment field for an extra credit) - http://www.itsthoughtful.com/gift-idea/2758/

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 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.

Be A Christmas Beauty with Borghese! 4 Winners! ARV $148 Ends 12/20!

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Borghese! We look forward to working with you again! Borghese  4 winners! -  Cura C: @evrywoman (Twitter winner), Fango Mud: Theresa L. (subscriber winner), Mascara: Kellye123 (GFC Follower winner), B Gloss Lip Gloss: Susan Said What?! (Facebook winner). At the end of the holidays buying guide, an official winners announcement for ALL giveaway winners in the guide will be posted on our homepage! 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, Fifteenth Giveaway sponsored by:

Is there such thing as 'Deja Beauty'?  While it may not be in Webster's Dictionary, I did recently experience it. And experiencing it makes it real right?

Somehow Macy's seems to always play an important role in my favorite discoveries. And Borghese is no different! Quite a few years ago I took my Mom to Macy's for a Spa Treatment for Mother's Day and Borghese products were used. Afterwards, they also asked us if we'd like a complimentary mother and daughter makeover for Mother's Day. We were game! And we loved all the products used so much we bought them all. After Spa Treatments, Makeovers and Major Shopping, we were exhausted, and dinner was definitely in order.

But all day we got numerous compliments on our makeup and our skin. And because the artist told us what she was applying and how each step of the way, I was easily able to re-create the look well afterwards, which doesn't always happen!

I used Borghese products for many years, and for some reason just stopped. And then when I started blogging and trying out so many new products I had completely abandoned many of my favorites throughout the years. All for the sake of my readers of course! And when I received a box of goodies recently from Borghese it was literally 'Beauty Deja Vu'. I remembered all the reasons I bought all the products after my spa treatment and makeover in the first place, they are EFFECTIVE. period. And they also make beauty look effortless, and isn't that exactly what we want our products to do, make it look natural. Just with that 'natural glow' and something extra!

Fango Active Mud for Face and Body



Fango Active Mud for Face and Body



What it does

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Italian Mud - Provides mineral nourishment and special absorbing action which rids skin of impurities.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Acqua di Vita® Complex - Revitalizes skin, reducing the signs of aging.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -Natural botanicals that stimulate and improve skin tone.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Avocado and Sweet Almond Oils - Moisturize and soften skin.

How to Use:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Apply generously (about one quarter inch thick) to clean skin (face, neck and/or body). Avoid lip and eye area.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -Leave on for 5 to 10 minutes.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -Rinse off thoroughly using sponge or washcloth.

Cura-C Anhydrous Vitamin C Body Scrub

Cura-C Anhydrous Vitamin C Body Scrub

A luxurious water-free body scrub formulated to eliminate dull surface cells while delivering Vitamin C to your skin, leaving it revitalized and moisturized. Formulated with Vitamin C, A and E plus CoQ10 and Beta-Carotene for anti-oxidant and nourishing benefits plus Shea Butter, Squalane, Sunflower Oil and Carrot Oil to soften and smooth skin.

What it does

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Gently hydrates and exfoliates to maintain skin’s balance.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Vitamin C - to replenish and correct damaged skin

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Shea Butter - to revitalize and nourish the skin

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Multi Vitamin CoQ10 Complex - to provide anti-oxidant protection from free radicals

How to Use

Apply a thin layer to wet or dry skin and massage gently in a circular motion, concentrating on the driest areas. Rinse with warm water.

B Gloss Lip Gloss

B Gloss Lip Gloss

 

Lush, glossy colour accentuates lips providing high shine looks. Moisturizers deliver a soothing treat while our high style pigments add luminosity. Creme or Shimmer shades.

What it does

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Long-wearing formula.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Vitamins A and E deliver moisture.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Avocado Oil, Jojoba Oil and Aloe Vera soothe lips.

How to Use

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Wear alone for a sheer natural look.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Use over lipstick for a glimmering accent.

Superiore State-of-the-Art Mascara

 



Superiore State-of-the-Art Mascara



After one use of this thickening mascara, you will understand why it is called "Superiore." Infused with a built-in, silk-powder foundation for superior wear, delicate lashes are coddled in natural conditioners while providing smudge-proof, flake-proof coverage. Suitable for contact lens wearers and sensitive eyes.

What it does

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Provides extended wear.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Lengthens, separates and curls lashes without clumping.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Vitamins and protein add nourishing moisture and conditioners to lashes.

How to Use

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Apply from base of lash to tip.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - To ensure continued purity, cap tightly and do not dilute.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Replace all mascaras every 3-4 months to ensure hygiene.

My Take:

I am so happy be re-acquainted with Borghese! The Fango Mud Mask has always been one of my all time favorites, it's super effective and leaves my skin glowing and re-newed. So much so, that I rarely ever want to put a foundation on the day I treat myself to a Fango Mask!

This was my first time trying out Cura C, and I will be adding it to my scrub rotation! Products that contain Vitamin C really do work wonders for my skin, and this left my skin feeling soft and smooth.

I already knew I loved Borghese Mascara, and I know you will too! Ladies with sensitive eyes like mine, Rejoice!

I am however a first timer to the gloss, but I have used their lipsticks quite often, and this gloss does not disappoint in any way, it's not tacky or sticky and I love to blend it with my favorite lipcolor!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Borghese, want to help you be a Christmas Beauty! Don't you just ♥ Borghese? I know I do!

One Winner Per Channel:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - One Winner will be chosen who follows us on Facebook

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - One Winner will be chosen who follows us on Twitter

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - One email subscriber will be chosen

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - One Google Follower will be chosen

Remember to leave a main entry HERE first! We are going to do a repeat of our 'speed response' to your winner confirmation, the first winner to respond to their email will receive Fango Mud, the second will receive Cura C, the third winner to respond will receive the Superiore Mascara, and the final winner to respond will receive the B Gloss Lip Gloss!

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 Borghese Cosmetics and link us to something you like! - Do NOT Post the URL to any of the review items. (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, December 13 2010 until Monday, December 20, 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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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 - Have you entered another giveaway on Ascending Butterfly? Let me know which one and you’ll get more extra credit!

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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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Energy Muse Rune of Riches Necklace Giveaway! (ARV $185) Ends 12/17

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Energy Muse! We look forward to working with you again! The winner is 'BigHappy'. 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, Fourteenth Giveaway sponsored by:

I have always worn crystal and gemstone jewelry and spent my teen years studying the healing properties of various crystals. The love came down to me from my mom and it became a shared hobby and a life long fascination that we still share. When I turned 14, my mom took me to the International Gem and Jewelry Show. We were like two little kids in a toystore! It was Crystals and Gemstone nirvana for us. I think most vendors took a shine to me because of my natural curiosity about the various properties of the gemstones. I bought a bracelet at that show that I still have to this day and I receive numerous compliments on it every time I wear it! I actually wore it to an event not long ago and everyone seemed to notice it. I wouldn't even begin to know where they could find it today!

I have also learned to combine gemstone jewelry with my meditations and my meditation space. While the properties of various gemstones are too vast to list (I actually bought a great book at the tradeshow listing the various properties), for those who don't know much about crystals except that they are pretty or that they have a few gemstones on some of their jewelry, what I tell people is that they are a tool to help you enhance what is already within. Those that are more skilled can begin to use them in diferent ways including bringing about healing.

What I learned early on, is that you will somehow find yourself  'drawn' to a particular piece. Your spirit will tell you which one you need. Have you seen those bins of mixed assorted gemstones, that are sold to be added to a bag that you carry with you? I had a vendor once tell me to put my palms over the bin not touching any particular stone, preferably with my eyes closed. Then after a minute to go into the bin eyes still closed, and pick a stone. I'd say at that time I would reach for the same two stones either Rose Quartz or Tiger's Eye. Years later when conducting this experiment again it became agate, usually blue, after that amethyst. I still enjoy this experiment to this day. and I still carry my stones with me daily.

Vibrationally Aligned

I believe we manifest things in life when we are truly vibrationally aligned to our intentions. Is there a magic crystal that can cure all that ails you and magically make your life better? NO, there is NOT. But they do help you to enhance and tap into deeper parts of yourself and help you clear those roadblocks, not just the external ones, but the ones you place upon yourself. I feel what Crystals and Gemstones do for your spirit is something like what yoga can do for your body. With both, you must be truly consistent to  benefit from their affects!

Energy Muse - The Mission

Our mission is to educate and reconnect the world to the ancient wisdom and healing properties of crystals. Energy Muse is a conscious lifestyle brand providing tools of empowerment, inspiration and hope. Each piece combines energy and intention which create a desired outcome. We believe that every one of us is a healer, teacher and messenger. Every one of us has our unique story. Energy Muse jewelry serves as a tool to help you tap into your inner power and manifest your desires. The time to change the world is now. It is up to every one of us. We are the people we’ve been waiting for.

I am very happy to have connected with a brand whose mission is very much similar to my own. Ascending Butterfly was founded as community of inspiration seekers. My mission is to share with you the best sources of inspiration I can find, body, mind and soul (and yes, my love of butterflies too, the symbol of transformation!).

About Energy Muse





Don't you just love that intention room? I can't wait to visit them in person!

Rune of "Riches" Necklace



Do you want to manifest wealth, financial freedom, success? Then by all means, Read On! About the necklace:

The name RUNE means mystery, secret talk, something that is hidden. The earliest runic stone inscriptions date back to the late 3rd century AD, although some believe that these ancient alphabets had been used centuries before. Each rune has a meaning. Early runes were used as magical signs that were used for charms and guidance. These runes are all in an upright position, and represent a path that you want to move towards. Our future is not fixed; it is created with the choices that we make. Today runes have been rediscovered as a symbolic system. They share stories of the wise ancient people who created them in a time when people were deeply connected to nature, cycles of the solar system and spirit. Wear your rune charm, and infuse its energy with your own. A powerful symbol for a powerful you, these ancient charms will share a story. Listen to their wisdom.
 

Malachite was the favored stone of the Egyptians. The ancient Pharaohs lined their headdresses with malachite to raise their vibration and to protect themselves from the “evil eye”. Believed to draw in success, this stone assists in breaking patterns of self sabotage and limiting beliefs. It releases negative energy and protects from ill fortune. Ruby renews a passion for life and reminds you to follow your dreams. It improves motivation, enthusiasm and personal will. Rubies are considered royal stones that bestow many blessings. Citrine is known as the stone of abundance, it attracts wealth, success and opportunity. Citrine carries the energy of the sun so it is filled with light. Citrine does not hold negative energy; it emits positive energy and teaches how to manifest dreams into reality. The wealth rune attracts riches, success and financial freedom. 

Years ago I stumbled on a website that offered 'rune-scopes' and I thought it was the most fun site ever. It seemed like the universe worked it's magic in bringing me and energy muse together, particularly for this piece. I love gemstone and crystal jewelry and I have been fascinated with Runes for years. (I've always wanted a Rune deck!). This necklace comes boxed in a signature box with a card that contains not only information about your necklace, but also on how to activate and use it!  It gives you a list of affirmations to say for 21 days. Research shows that it takes 21 days to formulate a new belief! This Rune will help you to focus on believing in Riches and Wealth. The repetition of the affirmations changes your mindset and opens you up to the bounty of life!

My Take:

I have been wearing this Rune daily as recommended and I have been saying the affirmations that come with it, and I can say I have had some amazing doors open to me that felt like they had been closed for so long!

I do realize that the affirmations caused a change in thinking, and that shift of consciousness allowed me to make necessary changes in habits, that I coupled with a lot of hard work, this necklace served as a beatiful reminder that the path of riches, wealth and success is one we can all walk down if we CHOOSE to. There have been tangible rewards and wonderful gifts that have come my way very much in conjunction with when I began to review this necklace! Coincidence? Win it for yourself.  If you can't wait to win it, buy it for yourself and then YOU decide! 

Definitely an amazing holiday gift choice for the yoga lover in your life, and for any woman or man who wants to manifest something wonderful in their lives, be it health, love or wealth!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Energy Muse, want you to experience the Rune of Riches Necklace too! One winner will receive the Rune of "Riches" Necklace, ARV $184.99! Don't you just ♥ Energy Muse? 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 Energy Muse and Link us to another beautiful item you would get other than the rune of riches 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 Friday, December 10, 2010 until Friday, December 17, 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!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - In the spirit of Christmas fun, how about an extra credit for sharing your night before christmas ritual (if you don't celebrate Christmas, share your favorite New Years Eve ritual)

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:

Pls RT Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ #ascendingbutterfly + @energymuse Rune of Riches Necklace #Giveaway ARV $185 - http://tinyurl.com/2g9fobu

(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 @energymuse 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 Energy Muse 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 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 - I could use your vote (please leave me your voting number in the comment field for an extra credit) - http://www.itsthoughtful.com/gift-idea/2758/

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 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.