Just a reminder that tomorrow is the big day!
Remember to stop back in for your chance at a huge prize package!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
What technological item can you not live without?
As I sit
here contemplating the purchase of a new cell phone, I was also thinking about
how much I love my technological items. As busy as I am now, unfortunately I am
not as savvy as I once was, but I love them. Which leads me to ask you, my
readers, what technological item can you not live without?
While I
would love to ask you to limit it to one item, I myself, cannot seem to limit
to one item. My cell phone keeps me connected to family, my laptop keeps my
blog running, etc. So, can you limit
it to one item, where I failed?
Holidays, Health & Diet
Due to the
fact that I m not as young as I once was, and body changes due to pregnancies,
I am unable to lose weight as I did in the past. With the holidays coming, I need more help! As far as exercise, the only
time I have to exercise is to chase my 15 month old (believe me, this is quite
a bit. LOL). I have tried my old ways of weight loss, that once worked, to no
avail. I am looking for ideas and what has worked for others. You might be able
to help me, or someone reading this blog.
What has
worked for you?
Special
diet?
Easy,
minimal time required, exercise?
Saturday, November 27, 2010
New Arrival
Our baby girl, Savanna Catherine,
was born today at 2:40 p.m. Our beautiful girl weighed in at 7 1bs.
13 oz.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
EXTENDED: ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: Blacksocks.com Review & Giveaway
We have a
tradition in my home. You get trinkets in your stockings but you also get
socks. Who can’t use socks? I am always needing new pairs. My husband complains
about the quality of his dress socks and how they slide down his calves because
they are so poorly made. So, when I was given the opportunity to review
Blacksocks.com and a pair of their black socks, I jumped at the chance.
BLACKSOCKS co-founder Samy Liechti began his career at an advertising agency. One afternoon, he was invited to go to dinner with Japanese business executives that same evening. He ran home to put on proper business attire and grabbed two black socks (or so he thought) from his sock drawer. Feeling good about his career, his corporate attire and the opportunity to have dinner with important clients, Samy was ready to impress his bosses, peers and Japanese colleagues.
A Japanese Custom: Remove Your Shoes
After a successful business dinner, the party was moved to a Japanese tea house, where it is customary to remove your shoes. Samy looked down and a feeling of dread and doom enveloped him. The two socks did not match. Worse yet, Samy’s big toe was sticking out of the faded fabric. There was a large hole in the right sock. He spent the rest of the evening sitting cross-legged, attempting to hide his foot. So much for business etiquette. In the eyes of his bosses and Japanese clients, his status declined - to the bottom of the sock pile. He was just a young, inexperienced executive, with no real style.
As the conversation continued, Samy could only think of one thing. Why wasn’t my sock drawer stocked with matching socks? How did this happen? As the evening progressed, he became more obsessed with this major humiliation. Then he thought of the solution.
The Sockscription Is BornThe next week he began his research. He was going to figure out a way to avoid sock embarrassments for himself - and the rest of mankind. With all the world’s worries, socks should not be one of them. He came up with the BLACKSOCKS sockscription solution. Not only was he going to develop a fine line of socks - designed for long lasting wear - but in case a sock was lost, or worse yet, had a hole in the big toe (or any toe for that matter), more socks were automatically on the way. Thus the sockscription concept arrived in the world.
The Blacksocks.com Sockscription
to be such an ingenious idea. For an annual subscription fee of $89,
“sockscribers” receive 3 pairs of socks every 4 months, 9 pairs a year. They
have included shipping. Their socks are wonderfully soft. Made in Northern Italy from high quality, durable yarn, even
the man who thinks he has the best and most discriminating taste will see the
quality and workmanship in these. Something that differentiates them from
others, they come in different heights and fabrics depending your taste and
preference. If you work in business, in a corporate environment, this is what you wear. These socks are top of the line.
Choose your sock style:
•Calf Socks (most popular)
•Business Light Trouser Socks
•Knee Socks
•Cashmere Silk Socks
•Athletic Socks (short)•Ski socks
They carry many wonderful items, great for your working man and great little stocking stuffers!
Buy It!
Want any of these wonderful socks, stop by Blacksocks.com today!
Win It!
The generous folks at
Blacksocks.com
want to give one very lucky Extreme Personal Measures reader a pair of Italian made socks from Blacksocks.com!
How to Enter:
The Mandatory Entry
· Go to Blacksocks.com and come back and comment about something you learned (and not read here).
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Good Luck!
I was provided with a pair of socks to facilitate my review.
No compensation was given. Only the gift credit was received for the purpose of reviewing the website and products. All opinions written are completely and 100% mine and only mine!
For complete contest rules, please see our Contest Statement and Blog Disclosure. Contest ends at 11:59pm EST on December 17th, 2010 when a winner will be drawn at random and announced the next day. When commenting, please include your email address. I will notify the winners and they will have 48 hours to respond! This was not a paid post. My own opinions were used based on my perceptions and experience. US entrants over 18 only.
Thank you to the people at Blacksocks.com for providing me this opportunity!
CLOSED: ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: Lipo In A Box Shimmer & Shape Giveaway
WINNER:
girlforgotten81 said...
Lipo In A Box...Love the name! Their motto: ‘We make you look good with your clothes on.’ Well, that's what I need! How about you? When I found I would be doing a review, I was extremely excited. After all, I have tried many shapewear products that I have not been happy with.
What is it and what makes it special-
You may ask, what makes Lipo In A Box different or special? First, they are extremely comfortable. Why? The combination of 25% spandex and 75% nylon. They are seamless and lightweight. One of the brands that Charla Krupp, author of the book, recommends is Lipo in a Box. Lipo in a Box sells comfortable shapewear products that will make your clothes look more flattering on you. From tanks to bodysuits they literally have you covered. Like Lipo in a Box says, these aren't your grandma's girdles! Lipo in a Box has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, QVC and The TODAY Show!
The fit-
Lipo in a Box sent me the 'Simply Shaping' V- Neck Cami,to review. I feel great every time I wear it! You will first notice the close fit, but, unlike other shapewear, the garments are comfortable and you will forget you even have them on. Their newest line of shapewear "Simply Shaping" has a different finish to the fabric, which is slicker and clothes glide right over it. They smooth and support your target area. It has enough support that you can wear it alone, without a bra, like a summer tank top. I wear them under dress shirts at work to prevent puckering and seeing in the puckers of a button down shirt. It smoothes the torso area, and, what I call my back fat. It is great under summer items such as dresses and tank tops.
Where to buy-
Lipo in a Box Woman's Shapewear is sold in their online store: www.lipoinabox.com, www.amazon.com, and on occasion can be seen on QVC. They have many shapewear options, as well as other great items.
Variety-
Lipo In A Box has a great selection of shapewear to not only fit your needs, but to also create a look. The Long Tanks will hide your issues and may also be used in a layered look. TheConvertible Cami will provide coverage and smooth while being worn in a variety of ways such as strapless, halter or crisscross. And, as I previously mentioned, the 'Simply Shaping' V- Neck Cami, can be worn as a top by itself.
Sizing-
I used the fit chart provided online at Lipo In A Box, and it was exact, for me. I have often used sizing charts only to be left discouraged because it didn’t fit and have to make returns. The shapewear should be snug to allow proper fit, coverage, and smooth those areas and if you choose the proper size, it will last with proper care.
My Lipo in a Box V/sleeveless Cami in Black and 'Capri Pant/Skirt Liner, are slimming and smoothing. I've worn dresses, slacks and capri's that skimmed my body and there are no rolls to be seen. I have worn them several times and they are holding up excellently. I am quite pleased with mine and will be purchasing more for myself and some for gifts!
From Their Site:
"Connie began developing product for real women in 2000. She has been the on air spokesperson on QVC Shopping Channel for LIPO in a BOX since 2002. In the Spring of 2010, Connie introduced Go2 Bras and Underology Skin Care on QVC Shopping Channel.
Products from Connie Elder International have been featured in magazines such as Glamour, MORE, First for Women, “O” Magazine (as recently as February 2010) and more. The products have been feature on the TODAY Show, The EARLY Show, The VIEW and on the OPRAH Winfrey Show twice.
Both HOW NOT TO LOOK OLD and HOW TO NEVER LOOK FAT AGAIN are New York Times best sellers by Charla Krupp, former fashion editor for Glamour Magazine, have featured several of our products.
Connie has several charities that she cares very deeply about. She serves on the board of directors forSoles4Souls and the YWCA Nashville Domestic Violence Center, http://www.ywcanashville.com/. She donates a percentage of profit each year to these great causes, as well to organizations for breast cancer research."
Through the Lipo In a Box site, Connie Elder has 3 great product lines, the Lipo In a Box, UNDEROLOGY Skin Care & Go2 Bras & Panties.
From UNDEROLOGY Skin Care, I was given the Microdermabrasion Skin Treatment. The Microdermabrasion Skin Treatment exfoliates, stimulates and regenerates your skin. It is a very simple, 2 step process. All you do is apply the vitamin C scrubbing crystals followed by the vitamin C activator.Wow! The difference in my skin is truly amazing. The exfoliation removed that dead skin layer and my skin felt tighter and softer. Not only am I pleased with the results, my husband noticed the difference.
My only issue with this bra is the thinness. I prefer a more substantial cup so that I am not "seen" through my shirts,if you know what I mean. It's a great bra, I will just be selective in the top I wear it with. They have several bras in their line, as well as panties.
Buy It!
Want any of these wonderful products, stop by the Lipo In A Box site today!
Win It!
The generous folks at Lipo In A Box want to give one very lucky Extreme Personal Measures reader a Shimmer and Shape Product!
How to Enter:
The Mandatory Entry
· Go to Lipo In A Box and come back and comment about something you learned (and not read here).
**Remember to include your email address. Leave a separate comment for each entry.
Additional Entries
· Follow Extreme Personal Measures via Google Friend Connect
•Sign up for the Extreme Personal Measures feed (on sidebar)
•’Like’ Extreme Personal Measures on Facebook
•Follow Extreme Personal Measures on Twitter
· Grab the Extreme Personal Measures Button & Place on Your Blog (3 entries)- leave url
· Enter My Other Giveaways (1 Entry Per Giveaway Entered)
· Leave a Comment For Any Non-Giveaway Post (1 Entry - Up to 4 per Giveaway)
· Tweet (as many times a day as you like as long as they are 1 hr apart) By clicking the “Tweet” Button At the Top Of this Post OR Use this Tweet:
#Win a Shimmer & Shape Product from Lipo In A Box! @extreme_measure http://bit.ly/bj0kTx PL RT
· Vote for me on Top Mommy Blogger by clicking the picture in side bar! (1 entry per day!)
Good Luck!
I was provided with several items to facilitate my review.
No compensation was given. Only the gift credit was received for the purpose of reviewing the website and products. All opinions written are completely and 100% mine and only mine!
For complete contest rules, please see our Contest Statement and Blog Disclosure. Contest ends at 11:59pm EST on December 10th, 2010 when a winner will be drawn at random and announced the next day. When commenting, please include your email address. I will notify the winners and they will have 48 hours to respond! This was not a paid post. My own opinions were used based on my perceptions and experience. US entrants over 18 only.
Thank you to the people at Lipo In A Box for providing me this opportunity!
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