Skinny Pop Giveaway (ends 5/14) U.S.

Want to win some skinny pop popcorn?  Check out Sublime Media Connection's post to win 5 bags of this great snack!
http://sublimemediabloggers.blogspot.com/2013/04/skinny-pop-giveaway.html

Giveaway is open to U.S. and ends May 14.

Holiday Garland and Gift Pack Kit from JOLLY TIME Pop Corn Review

I am so pleased to share JOLLY TIME's Holiday Garland and Gift Pack that I received earlier this month for review.  JOLLY TIME is a well-known brand that has been around as long as I can remember, and you know that the pop corn you receive from them will be high quality.  This particular pack included the following items:

Mason jars with pop corn, cranberries, thread and needle for stringing, printable gift tags

Pop corn Ball Maker

When the package first arrived, I was amazed at everything included.  I honestly didn't know what the popcorn ball maker was, and I was glad that JOLLY TIME provided this image.  I will tell you that this is one item we have not used yet but plan to.  I have not made popcorn balls in years, and this is something that I am certain will make them easier to mold.  I never like working with popcorn balls because they are sticky, and I always end up crushing them.  This will be something that will help me so much!

I will probably not be giving mason jars of pop corn this year either, but I may just use those printable labels.  

You can see how much my 9-year-old daughter loved making garland.  It was very easy to teach her, and I can hardly wait to decorate.  It was a nice way for her to spend the evening.

JOLLY TIME www.jollytime.com

Habelman Bros. Company http://habelmancranberries.com

Free Printable JOLLY TIME Mason Jar Labels http://www.clientstorytelling.com/jollytime/JT0008_Mason_Jar_Labels_mech.pdf

Holiday Recipes http://www.jollytime.com/recipes/happy_holidays

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Back to School Popcorn Trio Review

Now that just about everyone is back to school, it is time to start thinking about healthy snacks.  When my daughter comes home from school, one of the first things she says it "I'm hungry."  And if I don't have a quick, healthy snack to offer her that tastes good, she is bound to get something very unhealthy that is loaded with sugars and starches that will only act like empty calories in her body.

One of my daughter's favorite things to eat is popcorn.  And my mom and I also like it.  My only complaint is that most popcorn brands have all sorts of unhealthy things in them.  They add sugar and fat that is not necessary.  And the bags are so big that my daughter figures she needs to eat the whole bag!

So when I got the chance to review the Jolly Time 

Back to School trio (included box Healthy Pop® Kettle Corn 100 Cal. Bags, box Healthy Pop® Butter Flavor 100 Cal. Bags and box of Blast O Butter® Minis), I was pretty happy--as was my daughter.  In fact, the day it came in, she insisted on making it.  I remember being really tired, and I told her that if she could make it, she could have it.  My daughter is nine, and she knows how to operate a microwave.

Well, she made it with no problem.  She has tried all three flavors, as  matter of fact.  My mom has tried the kettle corn (her favorite and mine), and these popcorn bags are ingenious!  The bags are small, and the Healthy Pop and Kettle Corn varieties are 100 calories!  The Blast O Butter is normal-calorie, but the bag is small, so I don't feel bad about occasionally giving her that one.

You can see that I finally got the chance to try this on my own a few days ago.  I picked kettle corn, and I loved it!  I ate the whole bag and really felt like I had quite a treat.  You have to make sure that you follow the instructions so your popcorn does not burn.  

So the next time you are looking for a treat, be sure you remember Jolly Time mini bags!  Finally, something you and your children can agree on!

You might want to follow Jolly Time on facebook, twitter, and check out their recipes!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

12 Packages of Assorted Rocky Mountain Popcorn Giveaway (Ends 7/27) U.S.

Rocky Mountain Popcorn comes in a variety of flavors from spicy to sweet. There is something crunchy & delicious for everyone. Pick from old school favorites such as buttered & lightly salted or go bold & try something new like the Southwest Cheddar. The Southwest is spicy, cheesy & has a fabulous kick of lime that makes for a unique taste.

Rocky Mountain delivers by the case so you will have lots of yummy snacks on hand at all times. The bags are designed with easy snacking in mind, using the “grip n’ pour” technology. This style also makes storage a snap!

For over 20 years the folks at Rocky Mountain have been hot-air popping the largest, moistest kernels they can find. With all this practice comes a fantastic product sure to satisfy even the harshest of corn connoisseurs.

Now it is your turn to experience the delectable flavors of Rocky Mountain Popcorn! Enter below to win your very own case. Good luck!

Yes, I know there are currently two prize packs being offered on my blog in conjunction with Rocky Mountain Popcorn.  Feel free to enter both!

This giveaway was brought to you by the Sublime Media Connection. The participating bloggers cannot be held responsible for the delivery of this item, as that is the responsibility of the sponsor. If you have any questions regarding the delivery of the prize please email pr@sublimemediaconnection.info

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Rocky Mountain Popcorn Prize Pack Giveaway (Ends 7/27) U.S.

A little while ago, one of my blog friends had the opportunity to try and review Rocky Mountain Popcorn.  You can read her review here.  The company has been so wonderful to now offer one  U.S. readers their very own Prize Pack of this fantastic Rocky Mountain Popcorn!  This giveaway will end July 27 at 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time.  Be sure to enter the rafflecopter below!  Good luck!

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Blue-Ray Giveaway (Ends 1/7) U.S./Canada

 Sony BDP-S380 Blu-ray Disc Player

1: Sony BDP-S380 Blu-ray Disc Player
Quick summary:

Enjoy Full HD1080p Blu-ray Disc movies, or connect to the Internet and stream a wide variety of online entertainment including movies, TV episodes, videos, music and live sports from Netflix, YouTube, Hulu Plus, Pandora and more with the BDP-S380 Blu-ray Disc player. Download the free "Media Remote" app and turn your iPhone, iPad or compatible Android phone into a versatile remote control with a full keyboard so you can search and instantly access detailed movie information. Plus, start watching your movies faster than ever with the Quick Start/Load feature.

Technical Details

• Enjoy Blu-ray Disc movies in brilliant high-definition resolution or upscale the quality of your DVDs to near HD
• Instantly stream a wide variety of movies, TV shows, live sports, videos, and music from Netflix, YouTube, Pandora, Hulu Plus and many more
• Free, downloadable "Media Remote" app for your iPhone, iPad, or Android phone turns it into a versatile remote
• Connect your digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player, or USB storage device to enjoy videos, photos, and music on the big screen
• Add a Sony USB Wi-Fi adapter to easily connect to your wireless broadband network, or connect via standard Ethernet port

Unlimited Entertainment

Blu-ray Disc Full HD 1080p Playback

Enjoy your Blu-ray Disc movies in all their high-definition glory. And don't forget about those DVDs: the BDP-S380 will upscale the quality of your DVDs to near HD, for a better picture on your HDTV.

Instantly stream a wide variety of movies, TV shows, live sports, videos and music from Netflix, YouTube, Pandora, Hulu Plus and many more.

Streaming Content

With the BDP-S380 Blu-ray Disc player, there's always something on. Using your home broadband internet connection, you can instantly stream a wide variety of movies, TV shows, live sports, videos and music from Netflix, YouTube, Pandora, Hulu Plus and many more. Connect to your home network with a standard Ethernet cable or add Sony's UWA-BR100 Wi-Fi adapter (sold separately).

Sony's I/P Noise Reduction is also on-board, helping to improve the picture quality of Internet entertainment and enjoy crisp, clear images on your HDTV--even with compressed, streaming media.

Turn your iPhone, iPad, or compatible Android phone into a versatile remote when you download Sony's free "Media Remote" app.

Wi-Fi Ready

Access the internet without extra cables--just add Sony's UWA-BR100 USB Wi-Fi adapter (sold separately) to easily connect to your home wireless broadband network. Once connected, you can access and stream content from a large selection of entertainment apps.

Mobile Device Control

Turn your iPhone, iPad or compatible Android phone into a versatile remote when you download Sony's free "Media Remote" app. This gives you basic remote functions, a full QWERTY keyboard, plus the ability to search for information about the movies you're watching on YouTube, Wikipedia, and many BRAVIA Internet Video services. Better yet, share information with your friends via Twitter.

Add Sony's USB Wi-Fi adapter to easily connect to your home wireless network.

Faster Loading Times

Get your popcorn ready. With Quick Start/Quick Load, you will begin enjoying your entertainment faster than ever.

Movie Info at Your Fingertips

Connect to the internet and get detailed information about the movie you're watching with Gracenote service. This easy-to-navigate service displays handy info such as cast information, genre, jacket art and more right on your TV screen. You can also access select internet apps including YouTube and Qriocity to find related entertainment.

Enjoy Your Photos, Movies and Music

Hook up your digital camera, camcorder, USB flash drive, or USB-enabled MP3 player via the built-in USB input and view pictures, videos or listen to music on your TV.

2: Four Fun Blu-ray Movies

1. Marley & Me: Marley is back for more tail-wagging fun, and this time he speaks! That's right, "the world's worst dog" has a frisky voice and and an attitude to match. Release Date: 08/16/2011 Rating: PG Format: DVD Screen Format: Widescreen Run Time (in minutes): 86 minutes Language: English Audio Tracks: AC, Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Surround
2. Bridesmaids: The delightful Kristen Wiig, who's shone in dozens of supporting roles and on Saturday Night Live, hits a bull's-eye with her first lead role in Bridesmaids. Annie (Wiig) isn't doing so well; her bakery failed and she keeps sleeping with a good-looking louse (Jon Hamm, Mad Men), but she's always had her best friend Lillian (Maya Rudolph, Away We Go) to buoy her up… until Lillian gets engaged.
3. Hotel For Dogs: Everyone deserves a loving family, but foster kids Andi (Emma Roberts) and Bruce (Jake T. Austin) have been placed with a flaky couple who care more for their aspiring rock careers than their foster children. Even though Andi and Bruce's mischievous tendencies repeatedly get them into trouble, the siblings are essentially good kids who care deeply for one another and their secretly adopted dog Friday. After a close call with the local pound, the kids end up searching for Friday in an abandoned old hotel where they find several stray dogs seeking shelter. The kids' compassion for the homeless dogs compels them to begin caring for the strays and they soon join forces with three other local kids to take in strays from across the city.
4. How to Train Your Dragon: A winning mixture of adventure, slapstick comedy, and friendship, Hiccup (voice by Jay Baruchel) is a failure as a Viking: skinny, inquisitive, and inventive, he asks questions and tries out unsuccessful contraptions when he's supposed to be fighting the dragons that attack his village. How to Train Your Dragon will be just as enjoyable 10 or 20 years from now as it is today. (Rated PG: suitable for ages 8 and older, violence, some intense action and scary dragons) --Charles Solomon

3: $25 Pizza Hut Gift Card

Need we say more? Fresh Hot Pizza delivered right to your door!

4: Orville Redenbacher Movie Theatre Butter Popcorn

You always need popcorn to watch a movie!