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		<title>BunnySlippers.com</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2012 15:24:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Moms, you know how much time we spend on our feet each day.  As a stay-at-home mom, I have the option to sit down for a little while when I really feel exhausted, so working moms who don&#8217;t have that luxury &#8211; I feel for you!  I know that my feet take the brunt of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/lamb-slippers.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F05%2Flamb-slippers.jpg','lamb+slippers')" rel="lightbox[5727]"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-5728" title="lamb slippers" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/lamb-slippers-300x240.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="240" /></a>Moms, you know how much time we spend on our feet each day.  As a stay-at-home mom, I have the option to sit down for a little while when I really feel exhausted, so working moms who don&#8217;t have that luxury &#8211; I feel for you!  I know that my feet take the brunt of the work, between running around chasing the kids at home, at the playground, at the grocery store (ahem), it gets exhausting!  Sometimes I would just love to take an hour for myself and go enjoy a long pedicure and foot massage.  Unfortunately, I don&#8217;t get to enjoy that as often as I&#8217;d like, however, I found a little treat for my toes that really goes a long way towards making me feel pampered &#8211; microwavable slippers from <a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" target="_blank">BunnySlippers.com</a>.</p>
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<p>Yup, you read that correctly.  <a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" target="_blank">BunnySlippers.com</a> offers a line of adult slippers that include microwavable inserts that not only feel fabulous, but smell of calming lavender.  When we were contacted by <a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" target="_blank">BunnySlippers.com</a> to do a review, I chose these cute, comfy, gender neutral lamb slippers to try out.  I was a little worried that the cream color would be ruined immediately, but I have to say, they are standing the test of time.  I am crazy about the heated inserts.  They really make my feet feel relaxed, and after spending quite a few days in Manhattan this month, I have been putting these slippers to the test.  (Try spending twelve hours on your feet in 3 1/2 inch heeled boots and then tell me how your feet feel!)  Honestly though, when I get home, often after midnight, I throw these puppies &#8211; ahem, lambies &#8211; into the microwave, slip them on, go about getting ready for bed, and by the time I actually get to lay down, my feet are thanking me.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2F','BunnySlippers.com')" target="_blank">BunnySlippers.com</a> offers designs to cater to everyone from  1 month old to 100 years old.  I wanted to make a little collage to share with you, but even with all of the styles pictured below, you can&#8217;t begin to imagine the range of slippers that they sell.</p>
<p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/slippers.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F05%2Fslippers.jpg','slippers')" rel="lightbox[5727]"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-5732" title="slippers" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/slippers-300x214.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="214" /></a></p>
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<p>From <a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/novelty-slippers/zombie-horror-slippers.php" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2Fnovelty-slippers%2Fzombie-horror-slippers.php','zombies')" target="_blank">zombies</a>, that I think my husband would get a kick out of, to <a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/childrens-slippers/lion-baby-booties.php" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2Fchildrens-slippers%2Flion-baby-booties.php','baby+lions')" target="_blank">baby lions</a> for your mini me, and <a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/animal-slippers/fuzzy-pink-poodle-slippers.php" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2Fanimal-slippers%2Ffuzzy-pink-poodle-slippers.php','pink+poodles')" target="_blank">pink poodles</a> for your little princess.  I know a certain Disney-aholic who would love those <a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/character-slippers/jack-skellington-christmas-slippers.php" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2Fcharacter-slippers%2Fjack-skellington-christmas-slippers.php','Jack+Skellington')" target="_blank">Jack Skellington</a> slippers, and another fabulous lady who&#8217;d be glad to take the <a href="http://www.bunnyslippers.com/animal-slippers/microwaveable-leopard-slippers.php" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bunnyslippers.com%2Fanimal-slippers%2Fmicrowaveable-leopard-slippers.php','microwaveable+leaopards')" target="_blank">microwaveable leaopards</a> into her home.  Know a dad who spends a lot of time on his feet?  Who works hard for his family?  Head over to BunnySlippers.com to treat him to a little R&amp;R this Father&#8217;s Day.</p>
<p>Know someone else who&#8217;d like a little lamb (or 2) for comfort?  Enter our giveaway below to score a pair of these fabulous feet warmers!</p>
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		<title>CAT</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 May 2012 14:33:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whenever Spring finally arrives in New England, I begin my hunt for fun, outdoor/indoor toys.  Here in the North East, just because it&#8217;s May, you can&#8217;t guarantee that you will get to play outside &#8211; it can literally be 45 degrees one day and 75 the next.  I like to find toys that we can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/CAT-Shipping-Port.png" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F05%2FCAT-Shipping-Port.png','CAT+Shipping+Port')" rel="lightbox[5687]"><img class="size-full wp-image-5688 alignright" title="CAT Shipping Port" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/CAT-Shipping-Port.png" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F05%2FCAT-Shipping-Port.png','CAT+Shipping+Port')" alt="" width="279" height="154" /></a>Whenever Spring finally arrives in New England, I begin my hunt for fun, outdoor/indoor toys.  Here in the North East, just because it&#8217;s May, you can&#8217;t guarantee that you will get to play outside &#8211; it can literally be 45 degrees one day and 75 the next.  I like to find toys that we can play with in the house, and then easily bring outside, clean, &amp; take back in.  This year, my little P, is LOVING all things construction, and CAT has a fabulous line of affordable, fun toys that we are obsessing over!</p>
<p>This awesome play set is the <a href="http://toystate.com/our-toys/caterpillar/cat-playset-shipping-port/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Ftoystate.com%2Four-toys%2Fcaterpillar%2Fcat-playset-shipping-port%2F','CAT%C2%A0Shipping+Port-themed+%E2%80%98Build+%26amp%3B+Play%E2%80%99+playset')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Ftoystate.com%2Four-toys%2Fcaterpillar%2Fcat-playset-shipping-port%2F','CAT%C2%A0Shipping+Port-themed+%E2%80%98Build+%26amp%3B+Play%E2%80%99+playset')" target="_blank">CAT Shipping Port-themed ‘Build &amp; Play’ playset</a> by <a href="http://toystate.com/our-toys/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Ftoystate.com%2Four-toys%2F','Toy+State')" target="_blank">Toy State</a>. The set includes 1 free-wheeling Cat machine, working gantry and container cranes, and a freight ship. Construction site sound effects, music and fun vocal phrases also included.  It looks complicated to assemble, but it was actually quite easy, and the magnets in the cargo and cranes helps keep all the pieces together when we aren&#8217;t playing.  This has been a huge hit in our house, in the sandbox, and in 0ur water table.  They love to balance the port on the edge and drive the boat over to pick up the packages.  It&#8217;s been adorable to watch their imaginations at work as they send packages to their grandparents, and drive the boat to deliver them.</p>
<p><a href="http://toystate.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Ftoystate.com%2F','Toy+State')" target="_blank">Toy State</a> has so many fun <a href="http://toystate.com/our-toys/caterpillar/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Ftoystate.com%2Four-toys%2Fcaterpillar%2F','CAT+toys')" target="_blank">CAT toys</a>, it&#8217;s hard to pick a favorite.  I know my little man is hoping that he can add to his collection over the next few months.  Here are just a few of the item on his wish list&#8230;</p>
<p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/cat.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F05%2Fcat.jpg','cat')" rel="lightbox[5687]"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-5690" title="cat" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/cat-300x187.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" /></a></p>
<h3>Toystate Caterpillar Construction Massive Machine: Excavator</h3>
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<h3>Toystate Caterpillar Construction Playset: Bridge Builder</h3>
<p>I could probably fill a few more pages with all of the toys that he wants and as I am writing this he is looking over my shoulder saying his favorite words: &#8220;Can I have that?&#8221;.</p>
<p>Today, thanks to Toy State and Child&#8217;s Play PR, we are going to be giving one of our lucky readers a <a href="http://toystate.com/our-toys/caterpillar/cat-playset-shipping-port/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Ftoystate.com%2Four-toys%2Fcaterpillar%2Fcat-playset-shipping-port%2F','CAT%C2%A0Shipping+Port-themed+%E2%80%98Build+%26amp%3B+Play%E2%80%99+playset')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Ftoystate.com%2Four-toys%2Fcaterpillar%2Fcat-playset-shipping-port%2F','CAT%C2%A0Shipping+Port-themed+%E2%80%98Build+%26amp%3B+Play%E2%80%99+playset')" target="_blank">CAT Shipping Port-themed ‘Build &amp; Play’ playset</a>!  You can use our nifty Rafflecopter widget below to enter!  Good luck!</p>
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		<title>Exergen Temporal Scanner</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 12:29:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are a parent, I am sure you have had the pleasure *ahem* of taking a little one&#8217;s temperature when they aren&#8217;t feeling well.  We all know that it can be near impossible to get an accurate reading on a child who is unhappy, unwell, and does not want their personal space invaded.  I [...]]]></description>
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<p>If you are a parent, I am sure you have had the <em>pleasure *ahem* </em>of taking a little one&#8217;s temperature when they aren&#8217;t feeling well.  We all know that it can be near impossible to get an accurate reading on a child who is unhappy, unwell, and does not want their personal space invaded.  I have tried almost every method of temperature taking, but I have never found an easier method than using the <a href="http://www.exergen.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" target="_blank">Exergen </a>Temporal Scanner.</p>
<p>It could not be easier to use this thermometer.  You simply hold down the button on the front, and gently drag the scanner over the patient&#8217;s forehead.  It takes only a few seconds and the results are shockingly accurate.  As a matter of fact, the last time that I visited my doctor, they had an <a href="http://www.exergen.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" target="_blank">Exergen </a>thermometer in the office and they couldn&#8217;t say enough about how much they loved it.</p>
<blockquote><p>Be sure to check out the great giveaway at the end of this post!!!</p></blockquote>
<p><span id="more-5591"></span>Exergen explains how the Temporal Scanner works:</p>
<p><em>As you gently stroke the thermometer across the forehead crossing over the temporal artery, the sensor in its probe performs two processes:  First, it scans like a video camera, capturing naturally emitted infrared heat from the arterial blood supply at about 1000 &#8220;frames&#8221; per second locking in the highest temperature it senses.  Second, at the same time, a patented system measures the ambient temperature of the site where the temperature is being taken.  The patented &#8220;arterial heat balance&#8221; (ABH) software then synthesizes the two separate readings to accurately determine and display body temperature.</em></p>
<p>If that sounds a little overwhelming, trust me when I say that it pretty much means that this extremeley smart piece of technology can get an accurate reading of your body temperature in just a few seconds with a gentle stroke across your forehead.  Even if your child moves while you are taking their temperature, you can gently place it back on their head and still get an accurate reading.  I have taken my kids&#8217; temperatures while they are sleeping with no problem at all.  It is such a non-invasive method that they didn&#8217;t even stir.</p>
<p>I can honestly tell you that this thermometer makes my life so much easier.  My kids are not afraid of it, they don&#8217;t run when I say I want to take their temperature, and after I finish taking theirs, they usually ask to take mine.  It is kind of fun to play with <img src='http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>In addition to offering to give one of our fabulous readers their own Temporal Scanner, <a href="http://www.exergen.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergen.com%2F','Exergen')" target="_blank">Exergen </a>is also running a super fun promotion where they are giving away tons of Temporal Scanners and an amazing Grand Prize to one wonderful mom!  Their <a href="http://www.exergenmothersday.com/register.aspx" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergenmothersday.com%2Fregister.aspx','contest+page')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergenmothersday.com%2Fregister.aspx','Queen+for+a+Day')" target="_blank">Queen for a Day</a> Mother&#8217;s Day Giveaway is running from now until May 13th, when one lucky mama will win a $500 American Express Gift Card and the chance at a $25,000 shopping spree!!  You can enter everyday by visiting their <a href="http://www.exergenmothersday.com/register.aspx" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergenmothersday.com%2Fregister.aspx','contest+page')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.exergenmothersday.com%2Fregister.aspx','Queen+for+a+Day')" target="_blank">contest page</a> and taking your &#8220;virtual temperature&#8221;.  Each time you do, you will earn an entry into their grand prize drawing on Mother&#8217;s Day!</p>
<p>Once again, we will be using the wonderful Rafflecopter widget to collect your entries and choose a winner, so check out the details below.  Good luck and happy entering!</p>
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<p><noscript>&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href=&#8221;http://rafl.es/enable-js&#8221;&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;You need javascript enabled to see this giveaway&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;.</noscript><em>Disclosure: As always it is safe to assume that</em> <em>the author likely received product from Exergen and/or compensation for presenting this information. All opinions are original, honest and solely those of the author. You can read our full disclosure policy</em> <a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/pr-get-reviewed/disclosure-policy/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fpr-get-reviewed%2Fdisclosure-policy%2F','here')" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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		<title>Grace &amp; Elie</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:17:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ever since becoming a mother to a little girl, I am always on the hunt for new, unique clothes for her to wear.  I always keep in mind the quality of the products that I buy.  I am a girl who likes to have a few high quality pieces rather than a ton of so-so [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p>Ever since becoming <a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/grace-nile-collection.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2Fgrace-nile-collection.jpg','grace+nile+collection')" rel="lightbox[5482]"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-5483" title="grace nile collection" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/grace-nile-collection-255x300.jpg" alt="" width="255" height="300" /></a>a mother to a little girl, I am always on the hunt for new, unique clothes for her to wear.  I always keep in mind the quality of the products that I buy.  I am a girl who likes to have a few high quality pieces rather than a ton of so-so quality pieces.  When I came across <a href="http://www.graceandelie.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graceandelie.com%2F','Grace+%26amp%3B+Elie')" target="_blank">Grace &amp; Elie</a>, I knew that I had to contact them about a feature on A Frog in My Soup.</p>
<p>After my first visit to their site, I fell in love with their gorgeous clothes, shoes, and accessories.  My absolute favorite product was this <a href="http://www.graceandelie.com/kids-girls-1/dresses/pink-scallop-dress-1/pink-scallop-dress-2" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graceandelie.com%2Fkids-girls-1%2Fdresses%2Fpink-scallop-dress-1%2Fpink-scallop-dress-2','Pink+Scallop+dress')" target="_blank">Pink Scallop dress</a>.  I professed my love for it to Grace, and she was kind enough to send it to my little bean for her Easter dress.  When I received the dress I was taken aback by the quality and the service.  Not only did it arrive quickly, but it was wrapped beautifully and fastened with a sticker sporting the gorgeous signature elephants.  The dress itself is made of a thick, sturdy cotton, that held it&#8217;s shape even as my little love ran around the yard and church playground searching for eggs and tumbling around with her brother.  I cannot tell you how many compliments I received on her outfit, and I loved that nobody else had anything even similar.</p>
<p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Pink-Scallop-dress.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2FPink-Scallop-dress.jpg','Pink+Scallop+dress')" rel="lightbox[5482]"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-5484" title="Pink Scallop dress" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Pink-Scallop-dress-300x297.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="297" /></a>In addition to the beautiful dresses and headbands, Grace and Elie makes the cutest bow ties as part of their <a href="http://www.graceandelie.com/kids-boys-little-gents-club" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graceandelie.com%2Fkids-boys-little-gents-club','Little+Gents+Club')" target="_blank">Little Gents Club</a> line.  How adorable would your little man look in one of these??  I can&#8217;t wait for our next formal event, because you can bet P will be wearing one!</p>
<p>One of Grace and Elie&#8217;s most popular products is their adorable soft-soled leather shoes.  These <a href="http://www.graceandelie.com/shoes" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graceandelie.com%2Fshoes','Leather+Loafers')" target="_blank">Leather Loafers</a> are the perfect first shoes for your global trendsetter. Grace describes these loafers as &#8220;fun, funky, and delightfully distinctive&#8221; and I couldn&#8217;t agree more!  They are crafted from soft, breathable leather, which helps keep your little one&#8217;s feet cool and comfy!  Another fabulous feature &#8211; they are washable!!  A must in my opinion!</p>
<p>Grace and Elie have generously offered to give one of our readers a pair of loafers from their Nile, Sahara, or Signature Grace &amp; Elie collections!  Each pair is cuter than the next and I just adore the elephants with their trunks up &#8211; many believe that this is sign of good luck!  So, if you want to see your cutie pie sporting Grace and Elie&#8217;s fashion forward footwear, check out our Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win a pair!  This contest will end Monday, May 7th @ 11:59 pm.</p>
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		<title>eBags</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:35:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today&#8217;s giveaway is going to make one very luck lady super happy and super fashionable!  When eBags contacted us to collaborate on a review and giveaway, I may have squealed a little.  I LOVE bags!  I LOVE the feeling that I get when I have a new, beautiful accessory, and finding out about eBags has [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p>Today&#8217;s giv<a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Lucca-Satchel.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2FLucca-Satchel.jpg','Lucca+Satchel')" rel="lightbox[5443]"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-5446" title="Lucca Satchel" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Lucca-Satchel.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2FLucca-Satchel.jpg','Lucca+Satchel')" alt="" width="280" height="280" /></a>eaway is going to make one very luck lady super happy and super fashionable!  When <a href="http://www.ebags.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','EBags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','eBags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','Ebags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','eBags')" target="_blank">eBags</a> contacted us to collaborate on a review and giveaway, I may have squealed a little.  I LOVE bags!  I LOVE the feeling that I get when I have a new, beautiful accessory, and finding out about eBags has made getting a new bag super easy, affordable, and fun!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.ebags.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','EBags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','eBags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','Ebags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','eBags')" target="_blank">Ebags</a> carries every brand and style you can imagine &#8211; from <a href="http://www.ebags.com/department/luggage" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2Fdepartment%2Fluggage','luggage')" target="_blank">luggage</a> to <a href="http://www.ebags.com/category/golf-bags/2004012" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2Fcategory%2Fgolf-bags%2F2004012','golf+bags')" target="_blank">golf bags</a>, and <a href="http://www.ebags.com/department/designer-handbags" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2Fdepartment%2Fdesigner-handbags','designer+bags')" target="_blank">designer bags</a> to <a href="http://www.ebags.com/department/kids-and-baby" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2Fdepartment%2Fkids-and-baby','diaper+bags')" target="_blank">diaper bags</a>, they have EVERYTHING! In addition, they offer <a href="http://www.ebags.com/help/index.cfm?fuseaction=ReturnPolicy" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2Fhelp%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3DReturnPolicy','free+returns')" target="_blank">free returns</a> and a price <a href="http://www.ebags.com/help/index.cfm?fuseaction=pricing&amp;HelpCenter_Link=LowPrice" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2Fhelp%2Findex.cfm%3Ffuseaction%3Dpricing%26amp%3BHelpCenter_Link%3DLowPrice','guarantee')" target="_blank">guarantee</a>.  To date, they have already shipped <strong>13,830,251</strong> bags, so you know they are a trusted company, and if that&#8217;s not enough, they also sell watches and other accessories.</p>
<p>If you read my personal blog, you have probably already read this, but it&#8217;s too funny not to share again.  When I told my husband that I would be working with <a href="http://www.ebags.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','EBags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','eBags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','Ebags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','eBags')" target="_blank">eBags</a>, he told me that he bought his first messenger/carry on bag from them about 10 years ago.  I was not happy that he hadn&#8217;t shared this information earlier, but I found it quite humorous that my hubby, who avoids shopping like the plague, knew about this bag site, and I didn&#8217;t!</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.ebags.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','EBags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','eBags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','Ebags')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2F','eBags')" target="_blank">EBags</a> has just released a new collection of <a href="http://www.ebags.com/brand/piazza" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebags.com%2Fbrand%2Fpiazza','Piazza')" target="_blank">Piazza</a> leather bags for the new season, and they are beautiful.  The bag that is featured above, is the Lucca Satchel in Warm White, and let me tell you, she is even prettier in person.  The leather that Piazza uses when crafting their bags is so incredibly soft, and the smell of a new, high quality, leather bag makes me swoon.  <em>(My name is Nancy &amp; I&#8217;m addicted to bags.)</em></p>
<p>This particular bag is perfect for a busy mom on the go.  It has so many pockets,  can easily be wiped clean, and the lining is an adorable chocolate brown with polka dots.  It has a zip top closure which is a must have for me, and a smaller zippered pocket on the inside.  The long strap is removable, so you can wear this bag on your shoulder or use it as a handbag.  It also comes in an array of gorgeous colors &#8211; most of which were just launched on April 20th.<a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/lucca-colors.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2Flucca-colors.jpg','lucca+colors')" rel="lightbox[5443]"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-5458" title="lucca colors" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/lucca-colors-300x132.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="132" /></a></p>
<p>Since I am a mom I&#8217;m entitled to say that I think that one of these bags would be a fabulous Mother&#8217;s Day gift.  Although, I&#8217;d be more than happy with any of the bags on eBags.  (<em>Just sayin&#8217;, honey!)</em></p>
<p>So, do you want to win one of these gorgeous bags??  Would you keep it or pass it on to your mom?? Ebags has generously offered to give one of our readers a gorgeous satchel to ramp up their spring and summer wardrobe.  Yippeee!!  You can enter below using our Rafflecopter widget.  Don&#8217;t forget to follow eBags on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/eBags" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FeBags','FB')" target="_blank">FB</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/eBagsOnline" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FeBagsOnline','Twitter')" target="_blank">Twitter</a> for the hottest deals and promos!<br />
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		<title>Complexion MD {Wrinklereview.com}</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:52:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have said it before, and I&#8217;m sure I&#8217;ll say it again, skin care is super important to me.  I like to feel good about my skin, and I like to take care of it so that I can continue to feel good about it for many years to come.  I love to try and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p>I have <a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Complexion-MD.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2FComplexion-MD.jpg','Complexion+MD')" rel="lightbox[5244]"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-5251" title="Complexion MD" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Complexion-MD-300x171.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="171" /></a>said it before, and I&#8217;m sure I&#8217;ll say it again, skin care is super important to me.  I like to feel good about my skin, and I like to take care of it so that I can continue to feel good about it for many years to come.  I love to try and discover new products that can help keep my face looking young and vibrant.  I don&#8217;t like the feeling or the look of my skin when it is dry and tight, so I use good, anti-aging moisturizers, and I was recently lucky enough to try  a fabulous product called <a href="http://www.wrinklereview.com/creams/complexionmd.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" target="_blank">Complexion MD</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wrinklereview.com/creams/complexionmd.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" target="_blank">Complexion MD</a> is not like the run of the mill anti-aging products that promise to change your skin and don&#8217;t deliver.  In my opinion, <a href="http://www.wrinklereview.com/creams/complexionmd.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com%2Fcreams%2Fcomplexionmd.html','Complexion+MD')" target="_blank">Complexion MD</a> works at making your skin more hydrated, smoother, and reducing dark spots and fine lines.  I admit that at my age I don&#8217;t have a ton of wrinkles, but there are a few, and I do have quite a bit of sun damage on my face.  I really wanted to share an honest opinion of this product and how it could help women of all ages, so when I received a sample of Complexion MD from <a href="http://www.wrinklereview.com" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com','WrinkleReview.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com','WrinkleReview.com')" target="_blank">WrinkleReview.com</a>, I decided to give some of it to my mom to try as well.  In just days, she told me that she had been receiving all kinds of comments about how bright her skin looked and a friend told her she was &#8220;glowing&#8221;.  My mom agreed with me 100% that the formula is super silky and smooth, without being greasy &#8211; a big pet peeve of mine when it comes to lotion.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wrinklereview.com" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com','WrinkleReview.com')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrinklereview.com','WrinkleReview.com')" target="_blank">WrinkleReview.com</a> is a site that reviews and ranks anti wrinkle creams, and Complexion MD is their top rated product receiving 5 out of 5 stars.  Complexion MD uses the following ingredients to help your skin look it&#8217;s best!</p>
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<li><strong>Palmitoyl Pentapeptide</strong>: Stimulates collagen production to heal and smooth your skin, helping eliminate wrinkles so you can look your very best.</li>
<li><strong>Hyaluronic Acid</strong>: Lubricates the skin to give you a more beautiful appearance.</li>
<li><strong>Acetyl Hexapeptide-3</strong>: Relaxes the muscles of your face, helping avoid collagen break down and wrinkle formation.</li>
<li><strong>Sesame Seed Oil:</strong> Alleviates stress and tension, the leading cause of wrinkles. Sesame oil is also rich with Vitamin E.</li>
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<p>So, does it sound like something you could use?  If so, you are going to love what I have to say next&#8230;  Wrinklereview.com has offered to give TWO of our readers a full size jar to try out!  Each jar retails for $99.95, so this is an amazing giveaway! Plus, it&#8217;s super easy to enter using our rafflecopter widget below.  This contest will end April 27, 2012 at 11:59pm EST and a winner will be announced shortly after.  Good luck and happy entering!!</p>
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		<title>Alternavites</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:57:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you know, at A Frog in My Soup, we take healthy living very seriously, and we jump at any opportunity to share information with you that can help your family be healthier!  When Alternavites contacted us about reviewing their new quick-melting multivitamin for kids, I was thrilled!  I find that most kids vitamins today [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Alternavites.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2FAlternavites.jpg','Alternavites')" rel="lightbox[5209]"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-5210" title="Alternavites" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Alternavites-300x129.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="129" /></a>As you know, at A Frog in My Soup, we take healthy living very seriously, and we jump at any opportunity to share information with you that can help your family be healthier!  When <a href="http://www.alternavites.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" target="_blank">Alternavites</a> contacted us about reviewing their new quick-melting multivitamin for kids, I was thrilled!  I find that most kids vitamins today are filled with artificial flavors, colors, and often sugar!  Yuck!  I am trying to give my kids the essential vitamins and minerals to help them grow, not give them more junk.</p>
<p>When I heard that not only did <a href="http://www.alternavites.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" target="_blank">Alternavites </a>eliminate the artificial flavors and coloring, they kept the flavor, I was so excited to try them.  Plus, the managed to eliminate the worst part of vitamins &#8211; the swallowing a pill part!  Not only that, but the vitamins come in fun single serve pouches of powder that quickly disolves on your tongue.  I had to laugh when I saw the picture above because since we started using <a href="http://www.alternavites.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2F','Alternavites')" target="_blank">Alternavites</a> my kids make that exact same face when I tell them it&#8217;s time for their vitamins!  My daughter has been caught trying to take extra vitamins and I&#8217;m pretty sure she thinks that it is candy&#8230;</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.alternavites.com/kids" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com%2Fkids','Alternavites+Kids')" target="_blank">Alternavites Kids</a> come in two really yummy flavors; Strawberry Bubble Gum and Rasberry Cotton Candy.  I am partial to the Cotton Candy flavor, but my kids seriously love both.    Alternavites also makes an adult version in Delcious Mixed Berry that truly is delicious!  (A little warning though &#8211; I poured almost the whole pouch in my mouth at once.  I then coughed.  Big mistake &#8211; powder everywhere and two hysterical kids!  It was actually kind of funny, but if you happen to have a cold or cough, go slow! <img src='http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  )</p>
<p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/alternavites-cotton-candy.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2Falternavites-cotton-candy.jpg','alternavites+cotton+candy')" rel="lightbox[5209]"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-5212" title="alternavites cotton candy" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/alternavites-cotton-candy-259x300.jpg" alt="" width="259" height="300" /></a></p>
<p>Here are some of the fabulous features of Alternavites:</p>
<p>·         Just one packet per day</p>
<p>·         Contains 0 grams of sugar &amp; is free of aspartame and high fructose corn syrup</p>
<p>·         No artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors, or preservatives</p>
<p>·         Contains no animal products or by-products</p>
<p>·         Contains no egg, milk, peanut, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish or shellfish.</p>
<p>·         Certified kosher pareve</p>
<p>·         Endorsed by a prominent Registered Dietitian as well as a renowned Pediatric Dentist.</p>
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<p>Hallie Rich, the founder of Alternavites has been so kind to us and has offered to give not one, but TWO, lucky readers a month&#8217;s supply of vitamins!  And, if you love it as much as I do, you can stock up by using the code &#8220;moms20&#8243; to get 20% off at the Alternavites <a href="http://www.alternavites.com" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alternavites.com','store')" target="_blank">store</a>.  Enter below using our rafflecopter widget. <img src='http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /><br />
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		<title>Coolibar</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:41:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Keeping with our theme of healthy families, I would love to introduce you all to the company Coolibar.  I came across Coolibar when I was getting ready for our family&#8217;s recent trip to Aruba.  Coolibar is a company whose main focus is sun protection for the whole family.  Everything they sell is made with the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p>Keeping with our theme of he<a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Coolibar-Tribal.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2FCoolibar-Tribal.jpg','Coolibar+Tribal')" rel="lightbox[5178]"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-5180" title="Coolibar Tribal" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Coolibar-Tribal-221x300.jpg" alt="" width="221" height="300" /></a>althy families, I would love to introduce you all to the company <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar%22s')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" target="_blank">Coolibar</a>.  I came across <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar%22s')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" target="_blank">Coolibar</a> when I was getting ready for our family&#8217;s recent trip to Aruba.  Coolibar is a company whose main focus is sun protection for the whole family.  Everything they sell is made with the protection of your skin in mind and when I am planning on taking my family in the sun, it is all that is on my mind as well.</p>
<p>I will share with you that when I was a teenager, (and I thought I knew everything&#8230;), I was a sun worshiper.  Even though I have my father&#8217;s pale English/Scottish skin and I simply can not tan, I figured if I stayed out in the sun long enough, eventually I would turn brown.  Instead I found myself in tremendous amounts of pain, with scabs all over my shoulders and back, and scars when those scabs finally healed.  More than once I made myself sick with chills, fever, and stomach aches, because of over exposure, and despite how many times I was told by my parents to cover up, put on extra sun screen, wear a hat, etc., I never listened.  Thankfully, I wasn&#8217;t too old when I finally realized that there was absolutely nothing to gain by doing that to myself, and since have become extremely diligent about applying and reapplying sunscreen whenever I am outside.  Unfortunately, suncreen is not fool proof, so Coolibar has come up with some fashionable, and forward thinking ways to add additional protection to your skin!</p>
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<p>We all know the dangers of prolonged sun exposure.  I was lucky to only have suffered some severe burns, sun spots, and scars.  I thank God that I didn&#8217;t give myself cancer or any other permanent and serious health issues, and keeping my children and myself safe in the sun is a top priority for me now.  When I found <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar%22s')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" target="_blank">Coolibar&#8217;s</a> site I was so excited to see that they not only sold really adorable bathing suits for everyone in my family, they also had really amazing hats, clothing, and accessories to help keep our family safe.  I contacted <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar%22s')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" target="_blank">Coolibar</a> to ask how I could help spread the word about their fabulous store and about skin safety.  They were kind enough to send my children some really adorable bathing suits, and hats, and a hat for me to use in Aruba so that I could review them and share my thoughts with you!  So, here they are!</p>
<p>This is my son wearing the <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/03855.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F03855.html','Boy%22s+Tribal+Swim+Set')" target="_blank">Boy&#8217;s Tribal Swim Set</a> that<a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Photo-Mar-21-12-22-32-PM.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2FPhoto-Mar-21-12-22-32-PM.jpg','Photo+Mar+21%2C+12+22+32+PM')" rel="lightbox[5178]"><img class="size-medium wp-image-5179 alignright" title="Photo Mar 21, 12 22 32 PM" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Photo-Mar-21-12-22-32-PM-224x300.jpg" alt="" width="224" height="300" /></a> <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar%22s')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" target="_blank">Coolibar</a> sent him.  I was concerned that having on a t-shirt and shorts might make him very hot in the tropical sun, but the material is extremely light and he was perfectly comfortable in the outfit.  I loved that the neck had a mock turtle neck feel to it to protect the back of his neck and he loved the super cool tree frog that was printed on the front.  The suit dried very quickly and stood up to multiple washings still looking like new!  This is really important to me because I honestly wash bathing suits at least 3 times a week in the summer since we live on a lake.  <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar%22s')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" target="_blank">Coolibar</a> even sent me this super protective <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/02735bf.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F02735bf.html','Surf%22s+Up+All+Sport+Hat')" target="_blank">Surf&#8217;s Up All Sport Hat</a> for my little man.  He hadn&#8217;t put it on quite yet in this picture, but like the suit, the hat was cool, protective, and still looks brand new.  Did I mention the most important part?!  Everything that they sent me was equipped with UPF 50+ to block 98% of the sun&#8217;s harmful rays.  This was such a blessing in Aruba, as the sun is very harsh and can burn you in minutes if you are not careful.</p>
<p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Coolibar-Bean.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2FCoolibar-Bean.jpg','Coolibar+Bean')" rel="lightbox[5178]"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-5183" title="Coolibar Bean" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Coolibar-Bean-234x300.jpg" alt="" width="234" height="300" /></a>My little fashionista baby was not left out!  <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar%22s')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F','Coolibar')" target="_blank">Coolibar</a> sent her the most adorable skort and shirt to keep her perfect little skin safe. Of course, she is a stubborn little thing and wouldn&#8217;t keep her hat on, but doesn&#8217;t she look just precious in this <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/03851f.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F03851f.html','Swim+Skort')" target="_blank">Swim Skort</a> and <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/03846.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F03846.html','Long-sleeve+Rash+Guard')" target="_blank">Long-sleeve Rash Guard</a>?   I loved that her little arms and back were protected.  My poor little bean might be even more pale than her big brother!</p>
<p>Coolibar&#8217;s mission to help keep our families safe from the harmful rays from the sun and to spread the word about the importance of protection from those rays.  In keeping with that mission, Coolibar has some wonderful programs going on right now that can help you and your community!  The<a href="http://www.coolibar.com/kids-school-program.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2Fkids-school-program.html','Coolibar+School+Sun+Hat+Program')"> Coolibar School Sun Hat Program </a>allows non-for-profit companies, such as PTAs, purchase sun hats at a HUGE discount.  They even allow parents and teachers to purchase their hats at 50% so that they can lead by example.  Plus, from now until May 11, 2012, you can <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/contest.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2Fcontest.html','enter+to+win')" target="_blank">enter to win</a> a class set of sun hats for your local school or your child&#8217;s classroom!  It is a fabulous prize that can help protect your child and his friends during recess and gym time.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Coolibar is also looking for exceptional athletes to sponsor.  As part of the program, they will provide superior athletes with Coolibar gear to practice in, thus spreading the word about skin protection and promoting healthy living! They will share the stories of these athletes via their blog.  You can sign up to become a Coolibar Sponsored Athlete <a href="http://blog.coolibar.com/?s=athlete+sponsorship" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fblog.coolibar.com%2F%3Fs%3Dathlete%2Bsponsorship','here')" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>Now, for the part everyone loves &#8211; Coolibar has generously offered to give one of our readers a <a href="http://www.coolibar.com/02214.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.coolibar.com%2F02214.html','Packable+Wide+Brim+Hat')" target="_blank">Packable Wide Brim Hat</a> in tan.  You can enter below using Rafflecopter!  This contest will end Friday, April 13th, 2012 at 11:59 pm EST.  Good luck and happy entering!!<img class="wp-image-5186 aligncenter" title="Coolibar Packable Hat" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Coolibar-Packable-Hat-295x300.jpg" alt="" width="295" height="300" /><br />
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		<title>aden + anais</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:40:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today I am thrilled to be talking to you about one of the most loved baby brands, aden + anais.  This company, was started by Raegan Moya-Jones who grew up in Australia, and felt that the US market was missing the traditional, muslin swaddle that she knew was an important tradition in mothering.  Looking for this [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p>Today I am thrilled to be talking to you about one<a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/aden-+-anaispyara-bamboo-swaddles.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2Faden-%2B-anaispyara-bamboo-swaddles.jpg','aden+%2B+anaispyara+bamboo+swaddles')" rel="lightbox[5149]"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-5150" title="aden + anaispyara bamboo swaddles" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/aden-+-anaispyara-bamboo-swaddles-243x300.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="300" /></a> of the most loved baby brands, <a href="http://www.adenandanais.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adenandanais.com%2F','aden+%2B+anais')" target="_blank">aden + anais</a>.  This company, was started by Raegan Moya-Jones who grew up in Australia, and felt that the US market was missing the traditional, muslin swaddle that she knew was an important tradition in mothering.  Looking for this for her children, and being unable to find it, inspired her to create <a href="http://www.adenandanais.com/default.aspx" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adenandanais.com%2Fdefault.aspx','aden+%2B+anais')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adenandanais.com%2Fdefault.aspx','aden+%2B+anais')" target="_blank">aden + anais</a>.  Now, the company has grown in leaps and bounds and beloved by parents all across the country, and even Hollywood is raving about the high quality, stylish products that <a href="http://www.adenandanais.com/default.aspx" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adenandanais.com%2Fdefault.aspx','aden+%2B+anais')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adenandanais.com%2Fdefault.aspx','aden+%2B+anais')" target="_blank">aden + anais </a>offers.</p>
<p>In addition to muslin, aden + anais offers a ton of beautiful products in organic muslin and bamboo.  The swaddles were a staple in my house when my little one was an infant, and even now, each of my kids has a soft bamboo swaddle in their bed.  They use it to swaddle their lovies and to cuddle up with at night.  The other swaddles, are in my closet &#8211; I use them as scarves!  Honestly, they are so soft and stylish, I&#8217;ll bet you would love them as an accessory too. <img src='http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />   How beautiful are these <a href="http://www.adenandanais.com/shop/itemdisplay.aspx?ID=183&amp;SKU=9202" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adenandanais.com%2Fshop%2Fitemdisplay.aspx%3FID%3D183%26amp%3BSKU%3D9202','pyara+bamboo+swaddles')" target="_blank">pyara bamboo swaddles</a>.</p>
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<p>In<a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/burpy-bibs.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2Fburpy-bibs.jpg','burpy+bibs')" rel="lightbox[5149]"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5151" title="burpy bibs" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/burpy-bibs.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F04%2Fburpy-bibs.jpg','burpy+bibs')" alt="" width="280" height="170" /></a> addition to the amazing swaddles, aden + anais makes beautiful, breathable crib sheets, blankets, and sleeping bags.  One of the most inventive products they make are the <a href="http://www.adenandanais.com/shop/burpybibs.aspx" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adenandanais.com%2Fshop%2Fburpybibs.aspx','Burpy+Bibs')" target="_blank">Burpy Bibs</a>.  These do double duty as burp cloths and bibs, and the protection they offer is unbeatable!  I can&#8217;t tell you how many outfits have been saved at our house thanks to the Burpy Bibs!  And of course, they wouldn&#8217;t be aden + anais without some fantastic designs!  I am a huge fan of the Prince Charming style.</p>
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<p>If you are a parent, you have probably read or heard the importance of swaddling.  Swaddling mimics the feeling of being in the womb, and therefore helps your baby feel comforted and content.  Swaddling will keep your infant sleeping longer, and may indirectly help prevent SIDS.  I can attest to the fact that a swaddled baby is a happier baby, and even the renowned Dr. Harvy Karp, strongly suggests that you swaddle your infant as one of the 5 s&#8217;s for &#8220;The Happiest Baby on the Block&#8221;.</p>
<p>These swaddles are a coveted baby shower gift, and a new mom must have &#8211; so, aden + anais is going to give one lucky reader a set of <a href="http://www.adenandanais.com/shop/itemdisplay.aspx?ID=166&amp;SKU=9200" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.adenandanais.com%2Fshop%2Fitemdisplay.aspx%3FID%3D166%26amp%3BSKU%3D9200','3+earthly%C2%A0bamboo+swaddles')" target="_blank">3 earthly bamboo swaddles</a>.  I am willing to bet this is going to be one of our most popular giveaways yet!!  We are using Rafflecopter again, so it&#8217;s easy peasy to enter!  Just check out our widget below.  Good luck and happy entering!!</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:20:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nancy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I don&#8217;t even know where to begin with this review.  The Yogibo Max has literally become the most sought after, fought over, adored piece of furniture in our home.  By everyone.  Even the dog and cat.  I was given the Yogibo about a month ago to review, and I honestly haven&#8217;t sat on my couch [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="dblclick_enableLookUp"><p><a href="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/yogibo-max.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F03%2Fyogibo-max.jpg','yogibo+max')" rel="lightbox[5128]"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-5129" title="yogibo max" src="http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/yogibo-max.jpg" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F03%2Fyogibo-max.jpg','yogibo+max')" alt="" width="226" height="136" /></a>I don&#8217;t even know where to begin with this review.  The <a href="http://www.yogibo.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibos')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" target="_blank">Yogibo</a> Max has literally become the most sought after, fought over, adored piece of furniture in our home.  By everyone.  Even the dog and cat.  I was given the Yogibo about a month ago to review, and I honestly haven&#8217;t sat on my couch since.  It&#8217;s seriously that good.</p>
<p>I have been thinking about what I wanted to write about this amazing company for days now.  I even told my husband last night that I had no idea how I was going to express just how much I LOVE the <a href="http://www.yogibo.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibos')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" target="_blank">Yogibo</a>, so I thought I would just share a few stories about how our family has used the <a href="http://www.yogibo.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibos')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" target="_blank">Yogibo</a> and give you a little background information on the company.</p>
<p>If you live in New England you may have already heard of <a href="http://www.yogibo.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibos')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" target="_blank">Yogibo</a>.  The company began in 2009 in New Hampshire, with their first concept store opening in Massachusetts shortly after.  Now, there are stores in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut and more are popping up all the time! These lounge bags (&#8220;don&#8217;t call it a bean bag &#8211; you&#8217;ll hurt it&#8217;s feelings&#8221;)are so incredibly versatile, it&#8217;s near impossible to tell you about all the uses.</p>
<p>It is essentially a couch.  But more comfortable.  My favorite use for it is to cuddle my kids and relax in the living room.  We read books on it, play games on it, watch TV on it, and yes, my kids jump on to it from the couches.  In fact, that&#8217;s the only time they use the couches too.  I can be extremely comfortable on the Yogi Max with my 4 year old, 2 year old (almost!), my dog and my cat.  I also love that the outer cover is removable.  You can wash it and replace it, or keep a spare in one of the <a href="http://www.yogibo.com/ecommerce/yogi-max.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2Fecommerce%2Fyogi-max.html','14+colors')" target="_blank">14 colors</a> that it comes in. The beads that fill the bags are non-porous, so if you spill  something, just wash the cover, let the bag air dry, put it back on, and forget about it.  The beads will not absorb it and start smelling your basement circa 1980.  I have used this as a bed during nap time, a recliner while reading, and a chair while watching television.</p>
<p>My husband had to have a disc-ectomy last year.  At the ripe old age of 28, he had to have a piece of a disc in his back removed because he was having such chronic pain.  He still has trouble getting comfortable when he is sitting or laying &#8211; until we got the Yogibo.  As a matter of fact, the night after I brought it home, I ran out to run an errand after we put the kids to sleep.  When I got home, the Yogibo was not in my living room, instead it was on my bed.  With my husband in it.  Playing his xbox.  (Didn&#8217;t I mention that it is literally more comfortable than my bed!)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.yogibo.com/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibos')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2F','Yogibo')" target="_blank">Yogibos</a> are showing up in playrooms, living rooms, classrooms, and dorm rooms.  I know that if I was still teaching I would want to have many of these in my classroom, especially because of the benefits it could provide to a child with a sensory disorder.    It has also been recommended by chiropractors because of the way it conforms to your body.  Because of this, and the substantial support it gives you, a pregnant women can lay in this, on her belly! Don&#8217;t believe me?  Check out this video!<span id="more-5128"></span></p>
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<p>In addition to the absolutely fantastic Yogi line, you can also find out more about the <a href="http://www.yogibo.com/ecommerce/ooka.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2Fecommerce%2Fooka.html','ooka+Outdoor+Series')" target="_blank">ooka Outdoor Series</a>, <a href="http://www.yogibo.com/ecommerce/yogibaby.html" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2Fecommerce%2Fyogibaby.html','Yogi+Baby')" target="_blank">Yogi Baby</a>, and soon, aqua Yogi by visiting Yogibo&#8217;s website.  Wouldn&#8217;t the outdoor series be an amazing Mother&#8217;s Day or Father&#8217;s Day gift?! If you live near a store, be sure to stop by and check things out!  It&#8217;s honestly better than any playground I&#8217;ve every taken my kids to. <img src='http://afroginmysoup.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' />   Here&#8217;s my little P man in the newest store in Danbury, CT.</p>
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<p>If you are concerned that you don&#8217;t live in the New England area but you are aching to get your hands on one of these, don&#8217;t fret.  First of all, you can check out all of the styles and shapes Yogibo has to offer and purchase them in their <a href="http://www.yogibo.com/ecommerce/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yogibo.com%2Fecommerce%2F','online+store')" target="_blank">online store</a>.  Second of all, you can enter right her, right now, to win a $50 gift certificate to buy your own little piece of Cloud 9.  Still not happy?  Then head over to my personal blog, <a href="http://www.stuffmomloves.blogspot.com" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stuffmomloves.blogspot.com','Stuff+Mom%C2%A0Loves')">Stuff Mom Loves</a>, where you can also see this review and enter to win yet another $50 gift card!  After you &#8220;like&#8221; Yogibo on Facebook, you will find a THIRD way to win a $50 gift certificate!! Pretty Sweet Deal!</p>
<p>So, here you go &#8211; our debut with Rafflecopter.  Happy Entering!!!</p>
<p><em>Disclosure: At A Frog In My Soup we believe in presenting products to you that we have tried and truly love. We were given a Yogi Max to test and review.  As always, all opinions, views and thoughts are honest and entirely our own. You can read our full review policy <a onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fpr-get-reviewed%2Fdisclosure-policy%2F','here')" href="http://afroginmysoup.com/pr-get-reviewed/disclosure-policy/" onclick="return TrackClick('http%3A%2F%2Fafroginmysoup.com%2Fpr-get-reviewed%2Fdisclosure-policy%2F','here')" target="_blank">here</a>.</em></p>
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