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Disney: Winnie the Pooh A Valentine For You – Special Edition DVD

Childrens Classics

New Release from Disney

My daughters grew up reading and watching all the classic Walt Disney movies, and among their favorites was Winnie the Pooh.  We still have one of their original dolls!

As my charming son-in-law is originally from Vermont, my daughter and grandchildren travel up there often to visit his parents.  For Christmas this year, Santa brought a DVD player for the car so that ‘Lil Moomette who’s 3, and Slugger, who’s 17 months, can stay entertained.

I recently had the opportunity to review the DVD, Winnie the Pooh:  A Valentine For You.  This is a Special Edition that was released by Walt Disney on January 5, 2010.

This is such an enchanting video – the animation characters and colorful scenes will hold everyone’s attention!  it’s definitely an totally enjoyable movie that can be watched by the whole family.

Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, and Rabbit are a tad upset when they find that Christopher Robbin has been bitten by the magical “Smitten,” (which is released from a bottle in the form of a glowing light) and becomes lovesick.  The story progresses along with delightful songs explaining the difference in girls and boys; and what happens when the Love Bug bites.

This special release came with Pooh-themed Valentine cards inside, and includes three Winnie the Pooh stories.

If you’re looking for a special Valentine’s Day gift for your children or grandchildren, this DVD is a delightful classic that they will want to see over and over again!

Sound: Dolby Digital Surround Sound

Language: English, Spanish, French

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Elephantito: Classic Trendy Children’s Clothing and Shoes

A Modern Approach to Classics

Luxury Boutique Clothing for Kids

When my girls were younger, I always preferred classic, yet trendy fashion styles for them.  Quite often they were dressed in hand-smocked, Polly Flinders dresses.  My husband and I also believed in choosing quality well-made shoes to support their tiny feet.  That probably stemmed from the fact that when I was single I worked in the big city.  My lunch hour was spent trying on my favorite Ferragamo shoes at one of Hartford’s finest department stores at the time.

Recently I was sent the most beautiful pair of classic red leather Mary Jane shoes from Elephantito in size 2. As ‘Lil Moomette is 3 years old now, they were too small for her to try on.

Elephantito is a luxury line of clothes and shoes for babies and children up to 8 years old.  They offer fashions for both girls and boys.

Elephantito appeals to buyers looking for quality and comfort for their children and gorgeous gifts for stylish moms-to-be. Founded by Maria Frallicciardi in 2004, ELEPHANTITO has successfully established itself as a luxury brand with impeccable style, outstanding craftsmanship and unrivalled customer service.

Besides shoes, Elephantito offers a magnificent line of fashionable clothing for toddlers, including smocked dresses much like those I would dress my daughters in!

If you’re looking for classic clothing for your daughters or granddaughters for special occasions or Easter that won’t go out of style, be sure to visit Elephantito.

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Homedics Restore Clean Water Purification System – Review

Taste the Clean

Easy to Use Pitcher

I live in a metropolitan suburb, and our water is supposed to be really highly rated.  However, last summer an announcement was made and the towns receiving water from a certain reservoir were told that there were some microbes in it, and that all residents were to boil their water for cooking purposes.

I recently had the opportunity to review the Restore Clean Water System by Homedics.

Drinking enough water is important in order to stay healthy, and is recommended by many weight-loss plans.  As moms, we must assure that our family drinks enough liquid each day, and that’s not always an easy thing for us to do.   Homedic’s new Restore Water Purification System is a simple way for those you love to get their recommended eight glasses of water in each day.

Restore is a new state-of-the art and innovative in-home water purification system that combines filtration and UV Clean Technology.

Now, when I was in high school, science, chemistry and biology weren’t my best subjects.  Although I did pass these subjects the first time around, I still have issues with understanding how it all comes together.

You may not be aware, but just because water is filtered, doesn’t means it’s purified!

Restore uses Ultraviolet (UV) Clean Technology to go beyond filtering by removing:

• 99.9999% of  Bacteria

• 99.99 of Viruses

• 99.95% of Microbial Cysts

It also reduces heavy metals, chlorine taste and odor, as well as some industrial and agricultural pollutants.

Morning coffee tastes so much better without an after-taste when the water is filtered!

Restore is California certified for microbiological water purification, a first for a water pitcher utilizing UV technology and is Gold Seal Certified to National Sanitation Foundation standards by the Water Quality Association. UV Technology has been used for over 60 years for its germicidal properties in hospitals and laboratories. For the first time, an application of this unique germ-killing technology is available for home use in an affordable, easy to use water pitcher.

You can learn more about how Restore works by watching this video:

The system comes with:

• 8-cup capacity pitcher with built-in UV lamp (BPH-free)

• 1 replacement carbon-ion filter and also an automatic filter-alert that let’s you know when it’s time to change your filter

• 1 power adapter

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Care for your Skin With Southern Magnolia Minerals – Review and Giveaway

Aromatherapy

Hand and Body Care

The older we get, the more our skin starts to show its age. However, there are ways to combat this. If you’re willing to take a few healthy lifestyle steps now, you’ll look a lot better when you get older. Let’s take a look at some of the things we can do to prevent our skin from sagging and looking unhealthy as we get older.

We need to keep in mind that aging is a normal process, and that skin will sag to some degree as we get older. This is because it loses elasticity over time, and gravity begins to take its toll. The areas around the eyes and mouth begin to develop deeper lines, and over time the entire face can begin to sag. More blemishes are also a common experience for many people as they get older. This can cause many people to resort to cosmetic surgery, creams, as well as trying other types of methods to try to get rid of the appearance of age. Some of these methods work and some don’t, but it’s better to prevent the problem in the first place.

Look for natural moisturizing methods when you can. Something as simple as vitamin E oil or coconut oil can be just as effective as expensive moisturizing products. Avoid excessive use of cosmetics which contain all kinds of ingredients that can eventually cause problems with your skin. To stay looking fresh and natural, it’s a good idea to spend as much time that way as you can. That doesn’t mean you have to go without makeup entirely, of course. Just take the time to learn about cosmetic ingredients on your own, and know what you’re putting on your skin.

I recently had the opportunity to try All Natural Organic Anti-Aging Green Tea Aloe Lotion, as well as Women’s Aromatherapy Hormone Balance Synergy Body Spray by Southern Magnolia Minerals.

The All Natural Organic Anti-Aging Green Tea Aloe Lotion is available in a 4 fl oz in a treatment pump.  I use it right after the shower as well as throughout the day in order to retain moisture.  It has a very light, pleasant Green Tea fragrance.  I especially like that it also contains Aloe.

It’s nice to give yourself some at-home spa treatment on occasion!  After all, even as a Baby Boomer, it seems I’m still on-call it seems to helping my family out, even though they’re launched!

At night, I like to apply the New Women’s Aromatherapy Hormone Balance Synergy Body Spray.  It comes in a 10 ml spray bottle with overcap.  The scents of Jasmine, Rose, and Neroli are just a few of the essential oils in this balancing spray that trigger the brain to help activate positive changes to emotional well being and transform the female cycle and moods of any AND every age group of women.

Southern Magnolia Mineral Makeup products contains NO oils, perfumes, dyes, talc, bismuth so they are gentle and non-irritating even for sensitive skin. Its like no other makeup on earth! You can spend more money, but you can’t get better makeup than Southern Magnolia Minerals.

By paying attention to these factors and your overall health,  you’ll be sure that you’ll look your best, even as you get older. No matter who you are or what your age may be, by keeping yourself in good health and away from environmental factors that accelerate aging, you’ll be taking steps that will help you look better.

Why resort to gimmicks, when simple healthy living and a few quality skin care products are all you really need to look younger, longer?

This holiday season, put products from Southern Magnolia Minerals on your Wish List for yourself, or someone you care about!

For More Information Visit: Southern Magnolia Minerals

Thanks to Southern Magnolia Minerals, Moomette’s Magnificents  is hosting a Giveaway Contest! For a chance to win, there will be one (1) winner of a makeup bag filled with  surprises that include makeup, skincare, accessories, brushes – Retail Value $150!

Please include a way of contacting you. Should you be the contest winner, this information may be shared with the contest sponsor in order to send your prize.

Main Rule:   (remember if this rule is not followed then no others will count)
a) Sign up for my free Newsletter Updates to my blog through my e-mail Feedblitz link (on the top of my right column or let me know if you already are, in a separate comment) AND

b) Visit Southern Magnolia Minerals and leave a comment about what you like best about their site and another product you’d like to try.

This contest will run until November 19, 2009 at 11:00 pm. EDT

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Girl Gourmet Cake Bakery Set – Review and Giveaway

Holiday Hot List

Innovative Food Play

When ‘Lil Moomette comes over, she loves to spend time with “Auntie.” My youngest daughter thinks she’s the young sister she never had.  They’re always doing something fun, and lately Auntie has been introducing my granddaughter to baking.  Together they made some magnificent Halloween cookies!

I recently received the the Girl Gourmet™ Cake Bakery from JAKKS Pacific.

The Girl Gourmet™ Cake Bakery from JAKKS Pacific is going to be on many hot lists for this holiday season, meaning they are sure to be popular and sell out of stores fast.

Girl Gourmet™ Cake Bakery from JAKKS Pacific cooks can whip up delicious mini 2-tiered fondant cakes that can be customized and decorated. No ovens are involved!

Girl Gourmet™ Cake Bakery from JAKKS Pacific is designed to be both educational and fun for girls to enjoy. It also encourages girls to try new things and be creative.  The entire set comes with everything your little baker will need to create delicious cupcakes in little time. With the Girl Gourmet™ Cake Bakery, you get:

• Motorized gel decorator

• Decorating gel

• Decorating utensils

• 2 delicious cake mixes

• 5 fondants

• Bowl, spoon, cutters, non-stick pad, candy, tool caddy

• Instructions

• Refill Packs available for purchase

The ingredients are gluten and wheat-free, trans-fat free, and are produced in a nut-free facility in the U.S.  Many children who suffer from Celiac and nut allergies are now able to safely participate in the art of baking.

This set is perfect for the aspiring baker and will help children learn to bake, develop self confidence, problem solving skills, along with giving them the opportunity to create delicious deserts.

So you’ll be able to get to enjoy it too, just tell them that you have to ‘test’ everything that they make!

Recommended Ages: 8+

For More Information Visit: JAKKS

Moomette’s Magnificents is hosting a Giveaway Contest! For a chance to win, there will be one (1) winner of Girl Gourmet Cake Bakery set.

Please include a way of contacting you. Should you be the contest winner, this information may be shared with the contest sponsor in order to send your prize.

Main Rule: (remember if this rule is not followed then no others will count)
a) Sign up for my free Newsletter Updates to my blog through my e-mail Feedblitz link (on the top of my right column or let me know if you already are, in a separate comment) AND

b) Visit JAKKS Pacific and leave a comment about what you like best about their site and another product you’d like to try.

This contest will run until November 18, 2009 at 11:00 pm. EST

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Fisher Price Laugh & Learn – Smart Bounce & Spin Pony – Review

Award Winner

Fun With TV Interaction

My grandson Slugger recently turned one.  It’s a joy to have a grandson since I’m the proud mom of two daughters and one granddaughter.

Slugger approaches life with full force, and head-on.  I like to call him my “monster truck” as he seems to bulldoze his way around learning things.

Of course, any learning requires active participation.

I recently had the opportunity to review the Laugh & Learn™ Smart Bounce & Spin Pony from Fisher Price.

This friendly pony bounces, spins, and rewards baby with lots of music and sounds, even without the TV. And when you set up the wireless TV connection, baby’s actions make big things happen on screen!

There’s plenty of interactive game play, animation, music, sounds, friendly characters, as well as tons of sing-along songs.

The Laugh & Learn™ Smart Bounce & Spin Pony offers three grow-with-me levels of interactive learning that your child will enjoy in your own home using the television.

• 12M+ Level 1: Action/Reaction

Teaches cause, effect, familiar objects, animals, sounds, first words

• 18M+ Level 2: Learn and Play

Teaches letters, numbers, objects, animals, opposites, colors, shapes, peek-a-boo play

• 24M+ Level 3: Active Learning

Teaches game play, word recognition, counting, actions, weather, following directions

To view a demonstration of this delightful toy for your toddler, Click HERE.

This Christmas, teach your child that learning is important. Give your child or grandchildren the Laugh & Learn™ Smart Bounce & Spin Pony from Fisher-Price and watch your child learn and grow right in front of your eyes!
Requires 3 AAA and 3 C batteries.

Ages: 12-36 months

Product: N0446

Maximum Weight: 44 lbs. (20 kg)

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Fancy Friendship Bracelets from Klutz – Review and Giveaway

Arts and Crafts

Jewelry Making

When I was a youngster, I didn’t attend fancy day camps in the summer when school was out.  The Park and Recreation Department in my town would hold activities at each of the local parks all day long.  Along with my friends, I’d show up in the morning; go home for lunch and; walk back for the afternoon activities.

One of my favorite activities was arts and crafts.  For a small fee, perhaps it was 5 or 10 cents, we’d get to make a project.  One of my favorite projects were the bracelets made out of colored cord.

I recently had the opportunity to review a newly released book from Klutz featuring the Fancy Friendship Bracelets, written by Anne Akers Johnson.

Klutz started with super-simple instructions for a flock of all-new bracelet designs which includes five different colors of cord.

Features Include:

• 6 stylish charms

• 40 yards of cord

• More than 200 beads

Recommended for ages 8+, the book includes instructions to make 10 different fancy friendship bracelets.

Klutz was started in 1977 by three unconventional friends from Stanford University. In 2002, Scholastic Inc., the largest children’s book publisher and distributor in the world, acquired Klutz.

…how-to books from Klutz come packaged with the tools of their trade (from juggling cubes to face paints to yo-yos), and are designed for doing, not just reading.

Klutz also offers Bead Loom Bracelets, Spool Knit Jewelry, Shrink Art Jewelry as well games, puzzles, art, drawing and extra supplies.

For a MSRP of $19.95, this is a cute, entertaining and educational book to put on your Christmas holiday shopping list for any pre-teen or tween!

For More Information Visit: Klutz

Moomette’s Magnificents  is hosting a Giveaway Contest! For a chance to win, there will be two (2) winners receiving 2  copies of the same book – one to keep AND one to share.

Please include a way of contacting you. Should you be the contest winner, this information may be shared with the contest sponsor in order to send your prize.

Main Rule:   (remember if this rule is not followed then no others will count)
a) Sign up for my free Newsletter Updates to my blog through my e-mail Feedblitz link (on the top of my right column or let me know if you already are, in a separate comment) AND

b) Visit Klutz and leave a comment about what you like best about their site and another product you’d like to try.

This contest will run until November 8, 2009 at 11:00 pm. EST

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