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Link em Up Thursday Giveaway Linky September 1st
Make sure you enter the current giveaways at Eighty MPH Mom! If… [more]
Infiniti Pro by Conair Blow Dryer Review and Giveaway
Between my daughter and myself, we go through quite a few blow dryers. They either stop working after… [more]
Wordless Wednesday – a Southern California Beauty
I couldn't resist taking a photo of the gorgeous colors in this plant, while visiting Southern California… [more]
More August Winners at Eighty MPH Mom
CAROLINA PAD: Congratulations to: cheryl h! RUBBERMAID REVEAL SPRAY MOP: Congratulations to: shelly! POWERMAT… [more]
Dove Men + Care ‘Journey to Comfort’ Review
Women are not the only ones that should be concerned with their skin routine - men should too! Did you… [more]
In My Neighborhood Tuesday – Something Old
WELCOME TO THE VERY FIRST "IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD TUESDAY! I got to thinking how fun it would be to have… [more]
Step into Summer: Prodyne Fruit Infusion Pitcher Review
The Step into Summer event is officially ending. We had a blast bring you the latest and greatest must-have… [more]
Monday Mingle vlog August 30, 2010: Does family support your blog?
Welcome to Monday Mingle - August 30th, 2010 "Mingling with you since August 2009!" Welcome to… [more]
New Photo Meme: In My Neighborhood Tuesday
I am so excited to tell you about a new meme I am starting! My husband, daughter and I love to take… [more]
Step into Summer: Scentsy Travel Tins Review and Giveaway
Scentsy Travel Tins Welcome to our Step into Summer event! Melissa and I have some wonderful things… [more]
Hey You – a special pup doing his favorite trick
When we were visiting our friends in Oregon, I fell in love with their new little dog, "Hey You". He… [more]
Link em Up Thursday giveaway Linky – August 26th
Make sure you enter the current giveaways at Eighty MPH Mom! Though… [more]
I was a winner with Eggland’s Best at BlogHer!
I have been so excited to post about this! While wandering through the expo hall at BlogHer, I came… [more]
Citizenpip Reusable Lunch gear review and Starter Kit giveaway
CITIZEN PIP REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY School has started {or will be starting shortly in some areas},… [more]
Blog Events

I was a winner with Eggland’s Best at BlogHer!
I have been so excited to post about this! While wandering through the expo hall at BlogHer, I came across the Eggland’s Best booth as well as a handsome little slot machine {if you know me, you know I have never met a slot machine I didn’t love}. They suggested play the slot machine. Sure,… Read More

BlogHer: Kodak Bus Tour of New York City
I was so excited about all of the parties at BlogHer, but one that I was especially excited about was the Kodak Bus Tour. I mean, what better way to see New York City {a city I have never been to before} than by touring in an open bus? We arrived at Caroline’s Comedy Club… Read More
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Elmer’s Bag it Forward – Bloggers can you help too?
I am so thrilled to be a part of Elmer's Bag it Forward … [Read More...]
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Link em Up Thursday Giveaway Linky September 1st
Make sure you enter the current giveaways at Eighty MPH Mom! If you have room on your blog, I would be thrilled if you would post the button above! Please leave a comment after you have posted your giveaways, and click on “tweet this” – thank you! OTHER GREAT GIVEAWAYS: Please use this format to… Read More

Infiniti Pro by Conair Blow Dryer Review and Giveaway
Between my daughter and myself, we go through quite a few blow dryers. They either stop working after a few months, or what often happens, is my daughter pilfers mine and then it typically gets lost in the great abyss we call her room. I am left without a blow-dryer, and I am also left… Read More

Wordless Wednesday – a Southern California Beauty
I couldn’t resist taking a photo of the gorgeous colors in this plant, while visiting Southern California recently: Head over to 5 Minutes for Mom to see the other Wordless Wednesday participants special photos!

More August Winners at Eighty MPH Mom
CAROLINA PAD: Congratulations to: cheryl h! RUBBERMAID REVEAL SPRAY MOP: Congratulations to: shelly! POWERMAT PORTABLE CHARGING STATION: Congratulations to: Shannon Schulte EUCERIN (August): Congratulations to: Andy! SPORTBRELLA: Congratulations to: Holly C.! GRASSHOPPER SHOES (2 winners): Congratulations to: bridget3420 and Kara P.!

Dove Men + Care ‘Journey to Comfort’ Review
Women are not the only ones that should be concerned with their skin routine – men should too! Did you know that Dove has products especially for men? It is true. We received Dove Men + Care products for review. Actually my son reviewed the items, and he likes them quite a bit! He is… Read More

In My Neighborhood Tuesday – Something Old
WELCOME TO THE VERY FIRST “IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD TUESDAY! I got to thinking how fun it would be to have a photo meme that will remind us to get out of the house, spend quality time with your family and friends and discover average things in a new light. There will be an assignment/prompt for… Read More

Step into Summer: Prodyne Fruit Infusion Pitcher Review
The Step into Summer event is officially ending. We had a blast bring you the latest and greatest must-have products for summer. For the last day of Step into Summer, I wanted to tell you about something really special, that you can actually use year round! The Prodyne Fruit Infusion Pitcher is a genius idea,… Read More

Monday Mingle vlog August 30, 2010: Does family support your blog?
Welcome to Monday Mingle – August 30th, 2010 “Mingling with you since August 2009!” Welcome to Eighty MPH Mom’s Monday Mingle! Mingling is a great way to get your feet wet in the vlogging arena. If you’d like to join in the fun, do a short vlog on your blog, link up below in the… Read More

New Photo Meme: In My Neighborhood Tuesday
I am so excited to tell you about a new meme I am starting! My husband, daughter and I love to take walks and the last time we were out, I brought my camera along for fun and found some pretty interesting things! I got to thinking how fun it would be to have a… Read More

Step into Summer: Scentsy Travel Tins Review and Giveaway
Scentsy Travel Tins Welcome to our Step into Summer event! Melissa and I have some wonderful things lined up for you to help you get ready for summer. Make sure you visit Melissa at Outnumbered 3 to 1 daily to see what she has in store for you too. Many days we will be reviewing… Read More
Reviews and Giveways

Link em Up Thursday Giveaway Linky September 1st
Make sure you enter the current giveaways at Eighty MPH Mom! If you have room on your blog, I would be thrilled if you would post the button above! Please leave a comment after you have posted your giveaways, and click on “tweet this” – thank you! OTHER GREAT GIVEAWAYS: Please use this format to… Read More

Infiniti Pro by Conair Blow Dryer Review and Giveaway
Between my daughter and myself, we go through quite a few blow dryers. They either stop working after a few months, or what often happens, is my daughter pilfers mine and then it typically gets lost in the great abyss we call her room. I am left without a blow-dryer, and I am also left… Read More

More August Winners at Eighty MPH Mom
CAROLINA PAD: Congratulations to: cheryl h! RUBBERMAID REVEAL SPRAY MOP: Congratulations to: shelly! POWERMAT PORTABLE CHARGING STATION: Congratulations to: Shannon Schulte EUCERIN (August): Congratulations to: Andy! SPORTBRELLA: Congratulations to: Holly C.! GRASSHOPPER SHOES (2 winners): Congratulations to: bridget3420 and Kara P.!

Dove Men + Care ‘Journey to Comfort’ Review
Women are not the only ones that should be concerned with their skin routine – men should too! Did you know that Dove has products especially for men? It is true. We received Dove Men + Care products for review. Actually my son reviewed the items, and he likes them quite a bit! He is… Read More

Step into Summer: Prodyne Fruit Infusion Pitcher Review
The Step into Summer event is officially ending. We had a blast bring you the latest and greatest must-have products for summer. For the last day of Step into Summer, I wanted to tell you about something really special, that you can actually use year round! The Prodyne Fruit Infusion Pitcher is a genius idea,… Read More

Step into Summer: Scentsy Travel Tins Review and Giveaway
Scentsy Travel Tins Welcome to our Step into Summer event! Melissa and I have some wonderful things lined up for you to help you get ready for summer. Make sure you visit Melissa at Outnumbered 3 to 1 daily to see what she has in store for you too. Many days we will be reviewing… Read More

Link em Up Thursday giveaway Linky – August 26th
Make sure you enter the current giveaways at Eighty MPH Mom! Though not required, If you have room on your blog, I would be thrilled if you would post the button above! Please leave a comment after you have posted your giveaways, and click on “tweet this” – thank you! OTHER GREAT GIVEAWAYS: Please use… Read More

Citizenpip Reusable Lunch gear review and Starter Kit giveaway
CITIZEN PIP REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY School has started {or will be starting shortly in some areas}, and it is time to think about packing lunches for the kids. Sometimes a bagged lunch will work, but what if you want to send cut up fruit or something with juice? It can be frustrating if they can’t… Read More

Sear’s Crush Your Style Contest and $25 Sears Gift Card giveaway
I love to bring fun things to my readers, and what I bring you today is a blast. Sears is on a mission to find the top tween and teen style makers in America through its “Crush Your Style – The Search for America’s Top Style Crush” campaign. How fun does this sound? Did I… Read More

Brenda Novak White Heat novel $25 Visa Cash Card and Lip Gloss giveaway
Are you familiar with author Brenda Novak? If not, you might want to take a peek to see what she is all about. I am happy to announce that she has some hot summertime reading coming out this summer – Brenda Novak’s ‘White Heat’ is in stores now! New York Times and USA Today Bestselling… Read More
More Reviews and Giveaways
Vacation + Travel

Hey You – a special pup doing his favorite trick
When we were visiting our friends in Oregon, I fell in love with their new little dog, “Hey You”. He is also known as “Tiny Man”. No matter what his name is, he is just the cutest little thing ever. He is full of personality and he won my heart over. He would settle in… Read More

Step into Summer: Hotels.com $200 Gift Certificate giveaway
{CLOSED} Welcome to our Step into Summer event! Melissa and I have some wonderful things lined up for you to help you get ready for summer. Make sure you visit Melissa at Outnumbered 3 to 1 daily to see what she has in store for you too. Many days we will be reviewing and giving… Read More

ATG Stores Rio 2-Piece Luggage Set Review and $75 gift card giveaway
I have been looking for a carry-on, rolling suitcase for the past few months. I recently found the perfect one for my blogging trips {and any short trips, really!} at ATGStores.com. They have a super selection of luggage, laptop cases and more, and I am so happy I was able to review the Rio 2-Piece… Read More

Wordless Wednesday – Mt. Shasta in a strange place
When we were heading home from Oregon, we passed through a little town called “Weed”. I thought this was so cool, how the Mt. Shasta was just right there behind the gas station. If only we could all see that every time we went to fill up!

Wordless Wednesday – The Skies of Oregon
During our trip to Oregon we saw some of the most interesting cloud formations, beautiful skies and gorgeous sunsets! Head over to 5 Minutes for Mom and sign the linky. Make sure you visit other participants too!

Vacation time in Oregon!
We headed to Oregon to visit our friends that moved there almost a year ago. We have been trying to go on vacation for awhile now, and finally found the time to do it! My husband and daughter have never been to Oregon before, and I had never been to Bend, Oregon. The drive was… Read More

BlogHer 2010 is almost here – the pressure is on!
BlogHer 2010 is less than a month away and all of a sudden I am feeling the urgency in getting myself prepared for this long awaited trip. I have lists. Lots and lots of lists. I have a list titled “To do before BlogHer”, “To Buy before BlogHer”, “To Pack for BlogHer” and so on…. Read More
Memes

Wordless Wednesday – a Southern California Beauty
I couldn’t resist taking a photo of the gorgeous colors in this plant, while visiting Southern California recently: Head over to 5 Minutes for Mom to see the other Wordless Wednesday participants special photos!

In My Neighborhood Tuesday – Something Old
WELCOME TO THE VERY FIRST “IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD TUESDAY! I got to thinking how fun it would be to have a photo meme that will remind us to get out of the house, spend quality time with your family and friends and discover average things in a new light. There will be an assignment/prompt for… Read More

Monday Mingle vlog August 30, 2010: Does family support your blog?
Welcome to Monday Mingle – August 30th, 2010 “Mingling with you since August 2009!” Welcome to Eighty MPH Mom’s Monday Mingle! Mingling is a great way to get your feet wet in the vlogging arena. If you’d like to join in the fun, do a short vlog on your blog, link up below in the… Read More

New Photo Meme: In My Neighborhood Tuesday
I am so excited to tell you about a new meme I am starting! My husband, daughter and I love to take walks and the last time we were out, I brought my camera along for fun and found some pretty interesting things! I got to thinking how fun it would be to have a… Read More

Monday Mingle vlog – August 23: Grandparents
Welcome to Monday Mingle – August 23rd, 2010 “Mingling with you since August 2009!” Welcome to Eighty MPH Mom’s Monday Mingle! Mingling is a great way to get your feet wet in the vlogging arena. If you’d like to join in the fun, do a short vlog on your blog, link up below in the… Read More
Monday Mingle vlog August 16th – dancing, sponsors and more
Welcome to Monday Mingle – August 16th, 2010 “Mingling with you since August 2009!” #mondaymingle If you’d like to join in the fun, do a short vlog on your blog, link up below in the linky, post the above button on your site and link to me. Each week we will have questions, subjects or… Read More

















































