Mamavation Monday

Well this morning, we had a two hour snow delay, so I took advantage of it and laid in bed with the kids this morning. Extra sleep always does my body Good! So,I just realized that I didn't do my weigh in. I like to do it at the same time in the morning, usually before I eat breakfast, as I know that you can weigh differently throughout the day. So, now it's about two hours later and I don't want to weigh in, so I don't know if I maintained or had a weight change. I did eat a few treats celebrating my parents 40th Wedding Anniversary, but I also did alot of running up and down the stair, so I'm thinking I had no change. I would love a pair of EarthFootWear to help me tone up and lose those extra pounds. Maybe Santa will bring me a pair.

A Christmas Carol Pop-Up Book (Review & Giveaway)

Giveaway now Closed. Congrats to Maureen.
A Christmas Carol:Pop Up Book
By Charles Dickens, Chuck Fischer



About the Book:
This beautiful re-imagining of Charles Dickens's timeless fable, A Christmas Carol: A Pop-Up Book features artist Chuck Fischer's richly painted depictions of the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, brought to life in intricate pop-up scenes by paper engineer Bruce Foster. The entire text of A Christmas Carol is reproduced in five removable, illustrated, keepsake booklets. An introductory booklet provides a biography of Dickens and an illustrated feature on the enduring appeal of this beloved story. The perfect gift, A Christmas Carol, now in pop-up form, will brighten the holidays for young and old.

About the Author:
Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was one of the most prolific authors of the nineteenth century. In his many short stories, plays, novellas, and novels, he created some of literature's most memorable characters.

Chuck Fischer's paintings hang in some of the finest residences in the world. His designs have been reproduced on holiday ornaments and home furnishings, including wallpaper and fabrics in the permanent collection of the Cooper-Hewitt Museum. He is the author of six previous pop-up books: The White House, Great American Houses and Gardens, Christmas in New York, Christmas Around the World, In the Beginning, and Angels: A Pop-Up Book. He lives in New York and Florida.

My thoughts:
We all know the story of Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens's immortal classic, A Christmas Carol,in the story or movie form but this pop-up book is Fantastic! This book is absolutely beautiful. The workmanship is so descriptive. This would make a Great Gift for both children and Adults.

The book sells for $30.00 and you can purchase it at the Hatchette Book Group.

Or Win it!!! The Hatchette Book Group has offered one of my lucky readers a copy of A Christmas Carol Pop-Up Book.

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Happy Anniversary to my Parents

Today... My Parents Celebrate their 40th Wedding Anniversary. Wishing them Many More!!!

Winner Announcement

Drum Roll Please...

The Winner of the Socks4Life Gift Card is...Wizardewu

Joann... is the Cahootie Winner.

The Winner of those cute Petcakes is...Anita Yancey

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The Peanuts Collection (Book Review)

The Peanuts Collections
Treasures from the World's Most Beloved Comic Strip
By Nat Gertler



About the Book:
This fully authorized, one-of-a-kind illustrated book celebrates the 60th anniversary of the world's most beloved comic strip characters. A compendium of rare materials from the Charles M. Schulz Museum and family archives, The Peanuts Collection comes in a sturdy slipcase and features high-quality reproductions of original sketches, comics, and photographs from the world of Peanuts. Removable film cels, stickers, and booklets are included, as well as reproduction prints of Peanuts artwork ready for framing. Written by Peanuts aficionado Nat Gertler, with quotes from Schulz family members and a foreword by daughter Amy Schulz Johnson, the text offers insight into the making of the comic strip and its impact beyond the realms of newspapers and books to film, television, and popular culture. The Peanuts Collection is a must-own keepsake for anyone who loves Snoopy and the gang.

About the Author:
Nat Gertler is the founder and author of Aaugh.com, a comprehensive resource for Peanuts collectors and fans. Gertler has written for Speed Racer, Flintstones, and NASCAR Adventures. He has authored horror works for Pocket Books, written a number of titles in the Complete Idiot's Guide series, contributes regularly to Hogan's Alley, a comics-related magazine, and is the founder and publisher of packager About Comics

My Thougths:
This book is Awesome!! It is a great keepsake for any who loves Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the Gang. This is a great collectible especially for comics and cartoon lovers young and old. This book just amazes me. I LOVE it!! In it you will see Charlie Brown's world from the beginning, since the debut comic strip in October 1950--when he wasn't yet the lovable loser that he became. This book has all the Peanuts favorites including Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and all the gang. I love that it includes frameable prints. This Book would make a Great gift!!!


This book sell for $35.00 and you can purchase it from the Hatchette Book Group.


All You Peanuts Lovers--Check out this slideshow .

*Disclosure: I received this book free of charge from the Hatchette Book Group for the purpose of this review. This is my honest thoughts and opinion.*

Don't Miss Tonight's Twitter Party with #OGT

Hey, I just wanted You all to know about tonight's Twitter Party.

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$10 Amazon Giveaway

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Tis the Season for Buying Gifts!!! Do you know what you want to buy? Is that item a good product and/or is it worth the money?

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