Tuesday, December 21, 2010

1800flowers.com $50 gift card giveaway! Ends 12/28

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor 1800flowers.com! We look forward to working with you again! The winner is tyson2468! 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, Twenty First Giveaway sponsored by:



Let it SnowPlant!

The weather outside is frightful, but flowers are still so delightful! The closer it gets to Christmas the sillier I get! So dear readers I hope you love the holidays as much as I do! This is just my absolute favorite time of year (next to my birthday of course!). The word 'snow' plays into all my favorite winter memories. Building a SNOW man, having a SNOW ball fight, and snowy Christmas Mornings too!

I love flowers in my home year round and Christmas is no exception. I love the fragrance of fresh flowers and love the finishing touch they add to a dinner table.

Frosty The Snowplant 



My Take

Doesn't he have the cutest, cheeriest little face ever? He's on our Foyer Table so we see him as soon as we come through the door! Love at first site! He looks just as cute with candy inside if you want to take the plant to a sunny window but leave him on the table, and too cute with ornaments inside too!

We somehow inadvertently started collecting snowmen years ago, we have snowman ornaments on the tree and a lenox stackable snowman we love to put out also. Frosty the Snowplant has become a cherished addition to our accidental collection!

1800flowers.com never disappoints, he arrived in excellent shape, no worse for the wear and travel and he is guaranteed instant smiles as soon as you pull him out of the box. You will have to resist the urge to hug him however, and make sure you give the plant a little water and tlc first! I am sure he will make everyone on your list smile!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at 1800flowers.com, want to add some holiday cheer to your table with a $50 gift card! The winner will receive a $50 gift card that is redeemable across ALL the brands: 1800flowers, 1800baskets, The Popcorn Factory, Cheryls.com and Fanniemay.com! FIVE stores, with ONE checkout and your gift card will be good at ANY of them, Don't you just ♥ 1800flowers.com? I know I do!

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 1800flowers.com and link me to what you will put your gift card towards if you win You can get there by pressing (and since this is our affiliate button, if you order while you are there, you will be helping Ascending Butterfly too!):
Put smiles at the center of your Holiday! Save 15% on Christmas Flowers and Holiday Gifts at 1-800-FLOWERS.COM. Promo Code: XMAS15 - 120x60
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(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 Tuesday, December 20, 2010 until Tuesday, December 28, 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 - 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!)

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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.

Monday, December 20, 2010

Sakroots Diaper Bag Giveaway! Ends 12/27

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Sakroots! 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 Holidays Buying Guide 2010, Twentieth Giveaway sponsored by:


Bring It On Mother Nature!


That's right, I said it! Bring it Mother Nature! I'm definitely ready for you this year! While I love the beauty of a snowfall on Christmas Morning, I don't exactly feel the same way while I am trudging to the bus stop and waiting in the freezing cold for my express bus into the City. I'm usually muttering something else at the sky while I'm walking in the slushy, icy and slippery streets that haven't been plowed yet because it's usually too early when I leave for work!

But this winter, I'm totally ready thanks to Sakroots. I've been trying to break from my usual New York City Girl all dressed in Chic Black thing and have been actively trying to mix things up. It's much harder to do this with my basic wardrobe, but I'm finding it much easier to do this with my accessories like bags and boots!

Artist Circle Rainboot 


Features:
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Boysenberry Flower Power has antiqued brass hardware. All other colors have shiny silvertone hardware
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Shaft Height approximately 12" from arch
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Boot opening measures approximately 15.5" around
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Heel measure approximately 1"
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Platform measures approximately 0.75"
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Spot Clean with barely damp rag and mild detergent such as Woolite

My Take

I've already had the chance to road test these in the snow, and they did not disappoint, I came home with warm, dry feet and tons of compliments!

As you know I love shopping brands that give back in some way, and Sakroots supports The Nature Conservancy's Plant A Billion Trees Program!  I love their tagline 'One Dollar. One Tree. One Planet.'

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Sakroots would like to put a Sakroots Black Peace Print Diaper Bag under your tree! Don't you just ♥ Sakroots? I know I do!


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(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 Sakroots and link me to another item you like other than the two mentioned above!

(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.

*Please note that email addresses will be shared with the sponsor, you can cancel the emails at anytime!*

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 20, 2010 until Monday, December 27, 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!)

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)

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Pls RT - Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ #ascendingbutterfly and @sakster Sakroots Black Peace Print Diaper Bag #Giveaway! - http://tinyurl.com/2bqd4d2

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Sunday, December 19, 2010

Yoplait Frozen Smoothies and Kitchen Aid 3 Speed Blender Giveaway! Ends 12/26

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsors Yoplait and Kitchen Aid via MyBlogSpark! We look forward to working with you all again! Our confirmed winner is 'BrianPiero' - 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, Nineteenth Giveaway sponsored by:



Are you among the seven out of every ten individuals who don“t eat the recommended two servings of fruit per day (1 full cup)?

Happy Holidays and a Smoothie New Year! Sorry but I couldn't resist being cheeky! Lately I've been on the run so much that squeezing in time for a healthy breakfast has been next to impossible. But I do remember my pre-med background and know that there are two things you shouldn't skimp on when it comes to your health, sleep and breakfast. Your body very much needs both!

Depriving of yourself  of sleep and breakfast does have adverse effects.  But you can keep it super simple, and still do something good for yourself!

Yoplait® Frozen Smoothies 




I have spent the past year venturing out of my usual habits and patterns, this year included my first ever Yoga Class (I'm more of a Martial Arts oriented person). And I will admit also that my snacking habits still need an overhaul, but I am working on it! I'm not going to lie and say I was immediately attracted to the idea of this review. Now Chocolate, don't have to think about, but Smoothie? Hmmm...I wasn't immediately bowled over by the idea.

But it did fit everything  I knew I should be doing. Eating healthy, and not skipping breakfast! So I signed up. And then when my kit arrived, I couldn't find this in my local supermarkets right away. And then once I finally found it (while visiting a friend!), I still procrastinated a bit!

I finally whipped out the included Smoothie Maker (3-speed KitchenAid® blender was provided to me by KitchenAid® through MyBlogSpark.), and followed the super simple, easy as 1,2,3 instructions, (1) empty the package containing Yoplait frozen yogurt chips and frozen fruit into your blender, (2) add skim milk, and (3) blend (there is a smoothie setting on the blender!). It“s that easy!

For me, it's the perfect weekday breakfast, it's fast and easy to make, you can drink it on the go and not miss a beat in the morning! Better still, it's a healthy energy, one you won't quite get from that morning cup of Joe!

Flavors

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Blueberry Pomegranate
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Triple Berry <-I tried this one
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Strawberry Banana
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Strawberry Mango Pineapple <- and I also tried this one

My Take

This is a great weekday breakfast for me, it gave me sustainable energy that carried me through to lunch, and it allowed me to get out the door on time, doesn't get much better! It's great for anytime, but I know I will use it more for breakfast. Although I should really be using this a midnight snack alternative! :-)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Yoplait via My Blog Spark, want to help you have a 'Smoothie' New Year too! Don't you just ♥ Yoplait? 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- Share your favorite time of day to enjoy Yoplait Frozen Smoothies! (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 Sunday, December 19, 2010 until Sunday, December 26, 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 - If you win, which smoothie flavor would you like to try first?

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!)

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tweet this:

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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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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 via Yoplait and Kitchen Aid from My Blog Spark to facilitate the review and giveaway. My Blog Spark 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.

Friday, December 17, 2010

Go With The New Flo! - Versatile Conical Professional Styling Tool Giveaway! Ends 12/24

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Lava! We look forward to working with you again! Our confirmed winner is 'Purango' - 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, Eighteenth Giveaway sponsored by:



Holiday parties are in full swing right now, and soon we will be preparing for the biggest party night of the year, New Year's Eve! Whether it will be sunny or snowy where you are, if you are anything like me, that is the night of the year you want to create hair 'magic'.
Not so easy to do with the wrong tools! Professional Blow Outs are super pricey, not to mention trying to get a holiday appointment is not so easy. You usually have to book well in advance! Whether it's a last minute invite or plans you made in advance, you want your hair perfect for the big night.

They say how you usher in the New Year is indicative of what the year will be like. So why not go the extra mile to make sure you have every single hair in place?

I know I will! I'm currently growing out layers and my hair is super long now. My drugstore hair dryer was on it's last legs and I was actively starting the process of researching a new one. (I knew that sound of a jet engine starting up and sputtering was a tell tale sign it was time for a new dryer).

Lava Flo - 1875 Ergo Ionic Dryer


I have to admit the packaging and the blower just yell 'high end salon', you know the one with the fancy chairs, lots of mirrors and sleek interior. The one you have to clamor for an appointment to get inside of. In fact I'm sure many of you recognize this dryer because it more than likely is the one your hairdresser uses! My drugstore blower which has now been retired can't compare to this one. It literally runs circles around my old one. First of all, long hair girls know full well just how 'hot' certain dryers get as you go along. So you'd have to turn them off for a bit, let them cool so you could get back to work. I was so happy that this one did not overheat, and while it is no light weight, it's a quality blower, it didn't require me to weight train before using it! And even though my hair is much longer than I normally keep it, it didn't take any longer with this new dryer, it was actually less time to blow it out from wet to dry!


Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Innovative Far-Infrared rays quickly penetrate hair to gently dry from the inside out, reducing heat damage while retaining moisture.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 2 speeds/3 Heats including “Synthetic Hair” mode
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ergonomically contoured handle with cushioned grip
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Continuous Negative Ion generating system
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Far-Infrared heat dries hair 3 times faster
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ideal temperature setting for styling synthetic hair extensions
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tourmaline airflow restores shine and controls static


 
And for the Tech Side, Lava Tech!


I don't know about you, but my inner frugalista loves finding ways to get MORE for LESS. When it comes to our tresses, it's the one place we hate being a spend thrift, even if we are on a budget. But when you get styling power AND versatility, in ONE product, you should definitely jump on it!


4 IN 1 ROTATING CERAMIC STYLER

Creates a variety of trendy styles. Tourmaline and Lava Ceramics combine for superior conditioning and performance on all hair types.

Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Four 1” rotating Lava Ceramic plates: Curved, Straightening, Waving and Crimping
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tourmaline conditioning • Quick 60 second heat-up
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Power indicator light • Non slip thumb rest
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Removable styling barrels for easy cleaning
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 9-ft swivel cord • ETL listed

My Take

I love both the blower and the 4-in-1 styling tool! This blow dryer definitely dries my hair faster, which saves me time, and as we both know time is money! And the longer my hair gets, the earlier I usually have to get up to make sure it is totally dry, especially in winter. I'm very happy to get the same amount of sleep, and still get out the door on time! And the shiny, healthy looking tresses are a major BONUS!

The 4-in-1 styling tool is fantastic, I can create soft waves and get just the right amount of wave or curl on days I want to wear it curly, and when I want to wear my hair sleek and straight it handles it well too. And the pivot cord is genius, HELLO, where have you been all my life?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Lava, want to help you make your tresses the belle of the ball this holiday season and provide one lucky winner with a versatile Conical Professional Styling Tool! Don't you just ♥ Lava? I know I do!

Since you are winning a different styling tool than I tried, I just thought I'd  provide you with details!

CERAMIC CONICAL STYLER




Innovative hair guide distributes hair evenly on heating surface and prevents it from sliding.

Features

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Creates a variety of cascading curls and waves
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Instant heat up and recovery
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ultra smooth ceramic infused with Tourmaline
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Conditions and adds shine
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ideal for adding volume, waves and curls

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 Lava and link me to another produt you'd like to try 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 Friday, December 17, 2010 until Friday, December 24, 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 - Since this is a haircare giveaway, share your biggest problem with your tresses for extra credit!

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 - 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 - 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/

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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.