September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

During September, Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Electrolux and Kelly are holding a "Text-a-Thon for a Cause" to help raise support for the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund whose mission is to fund research to find a method of early detection and ultimately a cure for ovarian cancer.
Throughout September, you can donate $5 to the cause by texting "KELLY" to 85944 from your mobile phones (standard text messaging rates apply) - or logging on to www.kelly-confidential.com.
Also, every time you log on to the Web site, you'll be entered for a chance to win an amazing contribution to your home - a luxury front load washer and dryer from Electrolux in Turquoise Sky, the color inspired by the teal ribbon of ovarian cancer awareness.
Also during September, visitors to Kelly Confidential can help spread awareness for this important cause by sending a virtual T-shirt to a friend. For every virtual t-shirt sent, Electrolux will donate $1 to the OCRF. Fashion-forward Moms can also purchase a limited edition T-shirt designed by Ripa; 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the T-shirts will go to OCRF.
Ovarian Cancer Research Fund
Electrolux and Kelly Ripa are proud to support OCRF in their mission to fund research to find a cure for ovarian cancer. Electrolux has committed to donate $500,000 to this worthy cause. As part of that commitment, Electrolux is donating $2002 to OCRF for every Turquoise Sky laundry pair purchased.



I have already texted "KELLY" to 85944, and I also sent a virtual T-shirt to friends. Now won't you join me in helping a great cause. It is so easy and simple.
Go here for more information...
www.kelly-confidential.com

Check out these giveaways September 6-12

The Dirty Shirt-Luvs “Take A Stand Campaign” Giveaway 9/23

The Dirty Shirt-Gorton’s Seafood Giveaway 9/14

The Dirty Shirt-Diaper Dude Giveaway 9/14 check out Diaper Dude.com

The Dirty Shirt-bébé bottle sling Giveaway 9/15

The Dirty Shirt-TJ Maxx /& Marshalls | Back To School | Giveaway 9/17

Connies View-Yoplait Whips Giveaway 9/14

Connies View Educating Esme Book Review And Giveaway 9/7

Tales from a Shopaholic Mommy~Le Baby Shop Giveaway 9/23

Just Jens 1st giveaway 9/14
The lucky winner will receive:
Soap & Glory Flirtigo Moisturising Body Mist
The Body Shop Body & Leg Shine (gorgeous wash off fake tan)
The Body Shop Satsuma Body Butter
Topshop pearl stud earrings
Nails Inc nail polish inMarylebone high st
The Body Shop mini hi-shine lipgloss (love this!!)
No7 New Extravagant Lashes in Black
Girls Aloud lashes, Cheryl.


Week 2: September 7-20
Win a Twill with Scotchguard Sofa Slip Cover (Open to US and Canada)
Win an AT&T Dual Handset Answering System (Open to US and Canada)
Win V8 V-Fusion Juice and an L.L. Bean Tote Bag (Open to US)
Win Kid Kupz (Open to US and Canada)
Win a Jishaku Game (Open to US and Canada)
Win a Customizable Shainswear Eco-Friendly Bracelet Set (Open to US and Canada)
Win a Play-Doh Coco-Nutty Monkey (Open to US)
Win an Omron Pedometer (Open to US and Canada)
Win a Children's Lunch Pack from Built (Open to US and Canada)
Win Stacy's Chips (Open to US)

Congratulations Silvia Martínez, MamaLatinaTips.com

Great news to pass along...please read!!

Cotton Incorporated today announced that Silvia Martínez is the winner of its national contest, “Mi vida. Mi estilo. Mi algodón.” In addition, Silvia has been selected as the first blogger for ViveAlgodon.com, the one-stop resource for Latino families on tips for home decorating, fashion trends, and fabric care. Cotton Incorporated launched the nationwide search in May to identify a person in the community who makes cotton a part of his or her everyday life and style. Silvia’s winning entry refers to cotton as her best ‘ally,’ always ready for any household challenge she faces.

“I was surprised and overwhelmed with happiness when I was selected as the winner of the contest “Mi vida. Mi estilo. Mi algodón.,’” said Silvia Martínez, writer of her own blog MamaLatinaTips.com. “Cotton has been part of my life since I was born, and it is my family’s favorite fabric. As winner of the contest, it gives me great joy to have the opportunity to share my personal stories and experiences through ViveAlgodon.com.”

Silvia’s entry was chosen from many of submissions from across the country. The selection process was conducted by a panel of judges including the host of the popular TV show “Decorando Contigo” on Galavision, Domenica Brazzi; fashion designer, Vanessa Barrantes; and Cotton Incorporated representative, Yamarie Negron.

As the winner, Silvia will receive $1,000 and a VIP trip for two to New York City for a behind-the-scenes look at how cotton becomes the fashions and textiles we all adore. Silvia will also be the first blogger on ViveAlgodon.com where she will share unique stories and experiences as a mom, wife and cotton lover.

Visit ViveAlgodon.com to read about Silvia Martínez and access other great articles on cotton.

About Cotton Incorporated
Cotton Incorporated, funded by U.S. growers of upland cotton and importers of cotton and cotton textile products, is the research and marketing company representing upland cotton. The Program is designed and operated to improve the demand for and profitability of cotton

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Cotton Incorporated anunció el día de hoy que Silvia Martínez es la ganadora del concurso nacional “Mi vida. Mi estilo. Mi algodón”. Además, Silvia fue seleccionada para ser la primera blogger de ViveAlgodon.com, un recurso único y completo de consejos para las familias latinas sobre decoración del hogar, tendencias de la moda y cuidado de las telas. Cotton Incorporated lanzó la búsqueda nacional en el mes de mayo con el objetivo de identificar a una persona en la comunidad que hiciera del algodón una parte esencial de su estilo y de su vida cotidiana. En su ensayo, Silvia se refiere al algodón como su mejor "aliado", siempre listo para resolver cualquier desafío doméstico al que deba enfrentarse.

“Me sorprendió y me alegró mucho saber que había sido elegida como la ganadora del concurso “Mi vida. Mi estilo. Mi algodón.””, afirmó Silvia Martínez, autora de su propio blog MamaLatinaTips.com. “El algodón ha sido parte de mi vida desde que nací, y es la tela favorita de mi familia. Como ganadora del concurso, me complace enormemente tener la gran oportunidad de compartir mis historias y experiencias personales a través de ViveAlgodon.com”.

El ensayo de Silvia fue seleccionado entre múltiples ensayos recibidos de distintas partes del país. El proceso de selección estuvo a cargo de un panel de jueces el cual incluyó a Domenica Brazzi, la popular conductora del programa de Galavisión “Decorando Contigo”; la diseñadora de modas Vanessa Barrantes; y en representación de Cotton Incorporated, Yamarie Negrón.

Como ganadora, Silvia recibirá $1,000 y un viaje VIP para dos personas a Nueva York para ir tras bastidores y ver cómo el algodón se transforma en la moda, las telas y los tejidos que todos adoramos. Silvia también se convertirá en la primera blogger de ViveAlgodon.com donde compartirá historias y experiencias únicas como mamá, esposa y aficionada del algodón.
Visite ViveAlgodon.com para leer la historia de Silvia Martínez y ver otros interesantes artículos sobre el algodón.

Acerca de Cotton Incorporated
Cotton Incorporated fue fundado por cultivadores de algodón de altura e importadores de algodón y productos textiles de algodón de EE.UU. Esta es la empresa de investigación y mercadeo que representa al algodón de altura. El programa está diseñado y es operado con el fin de aumentar la demanda y rentabilidad del algodón.

Mabel's Labels Review

I received a free sample of the Ultimate Back-to-School Combo to review from Mabel's labels.

Do you hate your kids misplacing their sweaters, jackets, etc...? Do your kids have the same items and can't tell the difference which one is theirs? Or are you like me and you just have to label everything? I like for my son to be prepared and have his own supplies. I normally use a permanent marker to write his name on all of his things, including his sweaters and jackets. My son, like most kids, leave them laying everywhere.

This year my son is a 5th grader and he gets to go camping. I went camping when I was in 5th grade and it was so much fun. I think I am gonna be ok with the fact that he is going without me. It is scary because he is the shy boy in the corner. He won't tell you he wants to try something because he just doesn't. Mom sometimes has to try things first. But he is very excited and so am I. I think he is old enough for mom to let him a little loose, just enough, not too much.

Thanks to Mabel's labels, we are now packed and ready to go on Wednesday. Check out how cool these labels are and how they fit perfect on all of my son's items.


This is his pillow case he has to carry all his items in

These are his jeans

This label fit his shirt label just right

It came with two teeny tags that I can attach just like I did here to his backpack

We will no longer fight for who's shoes are his or his cousin's, or friend's

All his toiletries are labeled.

This is his pillow, which he leaves at grandma's all the time. So many others try to claim it, not anymore.

These labels were all perfect in size. They were easy to use. I didn't have to fight with a label maker. My son helped to label his own things. I picked a skateboard for the design on his labels. And i also picked his favorite color blue. The labels were all packaged in individual bags with instructions on the front of the bag. The ziplock bags are great to keep the rest of the labels you don't use. But if you are like me, you will go label crazy. Check out the specials they have now....

This limited-time combo pack is available until September 25, 2009.

$39.00 for a pack of 50 Tag-Mates, 40 Skinny-Minis, 16 Shoe Labels, 2 NEW Teeny Tags.
Dishwasher/microwave-safe and UV resistant. Clothing labels are laundry safe.

The name on the labels can be whatever you like to a maximum of 20 characters. Names are printed exactly as you type them.

Also from now until Sept 15 when you spend $80 at Mabel's labels, you will receive a code for $25 to Mabel's labels.

You can view the details on Mabel Moolah at www.moolah.mabel.ca.

Sid the Science Kid Discovers the Wonders of Weather

Sid the Science Kid Discovers the Wonders of Weather in Five New Episodes Starting Sept. 14, 2009 on PBS Kids

Sid's Rainy Play Date-After the threat of rain cancels a playdate, Sid learns all about the wet stuff, including that it comes from clouds and that it helps things grow.
Special Sunny Dad Day-Sid's excitement about playing soccer with his father is dampened by having to put on sunblock. Then he and his pals learn at school why sunblock is important and also discover how the sun helps Earth.
Sid's Holiday Adventure-Sid learns about temperatures when his family, who live where it's sunny and warm all year long, visit relatives who live where it's cold during the winter months.
The Wind Did It-Sid is miffed when he discovers leaves that he raked up in disarray. Then he learns about the wind, which can make sand dunes and waves, and can power sail boats.
Sid The Weatherman-Sid decides he'd like to be a weatherman so that he can choose the weather every day. Then he and his friends learn that weathercasters don't actually control the weather, but do know a lot about it.
My son's favorite subject is Science. So he loved watching his sneak peek DVD. These episodes have so many learning opportunities for kids. Last year a hurricane named Ike hit the Gulfcoast region. It really impacted our lives. How do you explain to your kids about what weather does? Here in Houston the weather changes depending what part of town you are in. For example last year it snowed here. Yes once in a blew moon. But it only snowed in some parts of town, some more than others. My son got to enjoy the snow flurries at school. Just yesterday cold front was coming through, as we drove home from a family night out we rolled the windows down and felt the breeze. The whole drive was warm, cool, cold, warm, hot, cool, etc... The day had been sunny in the 80's. My son said that the weather reminded him of the episodes he had seen. He said Sid would have an answer for the weather. So make sure to tune into PBS for great educational programming.
Thanks to VPE Public Relations and PBS for providing my son with a dvd sample of these episodes.