2017 MamatheFox’s Back to School Giveaway

August 18, 2017tabbyspantry

Welcome to the 2nd annual MamatheFox’s Back to School Giveaway

hosted by MamatheFox

Sponsors include: Wean Green, Momobaby, Gina’s Soft Cloth, I See Me! and Teach My

Are your kids ready for back to school? Make sure to check out this great giveaway to help them along their way.

This years giveaway will have (1) winner, who will take home: (1) pair of MomoBaby Shoes (up to $54 value), (1) Kitchen Set from WeanGreen ($55 value), (2) Teach My Yoga Mat Sets ($50 value), I See Me My U.S.A. Road Trip Gift Set with Map ($50 value) and a set of reusable lunchbox napkins from Gina’s Soft Cloth!

This years prize is valued at over $200!

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MamatheFox and all participating blogs are not held responsible for sponsors who fail to fulfill their prize obligations.

Rocco Basile Interview

August 17, 2017tabbyspantry

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What is your favorite camera to shoot with and why?

I recently purchased a Zeiss E 24mm camera to add to my wide collection that includes Nikon D3400, Amy Toensing Canon 5D Mark III and my first DSLR camera, the 2004 Konica Minolta 7D. The latter came with an anti shake feature and produces high quality color in spite of its old age. The canon camera, on the other hand, is relatively small and features 22.3 MP 35mm full frame sensor. This camera has been a great companion in my travels and documentary work.

What is on your photography bucket list?

I have a very promising bucket list that I want to accomplish in the next few years. It reads as follows:

Watch hot tub monkeys in Nagano, Japan
Visit the Galapagos Island in Ecuador and take photos of the reptiles and islands in the region
Become part of the Rio grand Carnival in Brazil
Visit Angkor Wat in Cambodia
Ride on the Orient Express from Asia to Europe
Go to India to visit the Taj Mahal and attend the magical Pushkar and Holi festivals
Drive across the US, from west coast to east coast on a classic Corvette car or other old car model.

When did you find your love for photography?

My love for photography began back in New York, where I grew up as a young man. The daily exposure to the daily subway commute and proximity to some of the world’s greatest art galleries and museums did it for me. Up to this date, I still have a vivid recollection of artistic culture and unique scenery in all of New York’s 5 boroughs. I am happy to note that my shoots have been featured in numerous international publications and galleries.

What inspires you most?

When I am confronted with the realism of nature, I always want to grab my camera and capture the idyllic and high handed environment around me. Being a fine art photographer, offers me a perfect opportunity to show the world a documentary visual account of compelling objects and events. I am also inspired by captivating shots from other great photographers.

What does a normal day look like for you?

Being a professional photographer can be tedious, but tremendously rewarding at the end of the day. I spend a lot of time organizing for a photo session because every shoot I take is unique in its own respect. The first step is setting up the location, timing and assessing how the light will play out. When I am behind the camera, I must also make sure my composition is properly set out. Once the shoot is done, I always make it a point to backup everything before post production or submission. Sometimes I am forced to work late in the night, depending on the demands of my clients. My day also entails reading and answering emails from clients, paying invoices, updating my portfolio and finally, organizing for the next shoot.

Mickey And The Roadster Racers

August 12, 2017tabbyspantry

Disney Mickey DVD

Do you have a Mickey fan in the house? If so get ready for a great new Mickey show Mickey and the Roadster Racers. This great DVD has 6 episodes and a fun bonus episode for your kids to watch. The animation in this film was fantastic. We had a blast watching mickey and his friends. As a mom of a special needs kid who loves Micky and cars this was a must have for our house. Disney Junior hit it out of the park with this collection. I love that I can put this in and have a few mommy moments and my son is watching a cute cartoon that I can trust.

Disney Mickey DVD

Mickey and the Roadster Racers are back and cruising full speed towards fun adventures around the globe! MICKEY AND THE ROADSTER RACERS: START YOUR ENGINES will be zooming towards its Disney DVD debut on August 15th, and you will want to keep up with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Goofy! Join Mickey and the Roadster Racers for the ride as they encounter the world’s best spy, compete in a hot-air balloon race, and even help the Queen with her stolen Royal Ruby! At the heart of MICKEY AND THE ROADSTER RACERS: START YOUR ENGINES is friendship, teamwork, and exciting adventures that will make you want to be a part of the gang!

Mickey and His Pals Hit the Road in their Transforming Roadsters
Racing Around the Town of Hot Dog Hills AND Around the World!

MICKEY AND THE ROADSTER RACERS:

START YOUR ENGINES

Bring Home the Wild Adventures on Disney DVD August 15^th

Includes a FREE Exclusive Roadster Racers Flag!

Synopsis: Mickey and the Roadster Racers are back with more fast-paced adventures on wheels!

Join your favorite characters – Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Goofy – and their high-speed transforming Roadsters as they compete in thrilling races stretching from Hot Dog Hills to Hawaii…and all the way to London, England! You’ll meet the world’s greatest spy, zoom through the skies in a revved up hot-air balloon race, and even return the Queen’s stolen Royal Ruby! It’s all about great friendship, teamwork, a little competition and humorous high-spirited adventures!

Voice Cast: Bret Iwan as Mickey Mouse; Russi Taylor as Minnie Mouse; Bill Farmer as Goofy/Pluto; Daniel Ross as Donald Duck; and Tress MacNeille as Daisy Duck.

Executive Producer: Rob LaDuca

Co-Executive Producer and Supervising Story Editor: Mark Seidenberg

Episodes: Agent Double-O-Goof

It’s Wiki Wiki Time

Ye Olde Royal Heist

Abra-ka-Goof!

Guru Goofy

Going Upppppppppp!

Bonus Episodes: Goof Luck Charm

The Haunted Hot Rod

Release Date: August 15, 2017

Ratings: TV-Y (US); G (CE/CF)

Total Run Time: Approximately 88 minutes (including bonus episodes)

Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Widescreen (Enhanced for 16×9 Televisions)

Audio: 2.0 Dolby Digital

Languages: English, French & Spanish

Subtitles: English SDH, French & Spanish

Octonauts Calling All Sharks #sharkweek

July 31, 2017tabbyspantry

Octonauts Calling all Sharks

For most of us it’s Shark week. With all the great shows on TV your kids might want to get a little shark knowledge of their own. Well now they can learn all about sharks with out staying up scared all night. Octonauts has released their new DVD Calling all sharks. My son loves the shows, in each one they have great charters and he gets to learn something new. If you want you kids to join in on the fun and learn a little something make sure to pick up this great DVD this week.

Octonauts Calling all Sharks

Dive into adventures with your favorite underwater explorers, the Octonauts! Join brave Captain Barnacles, daredevil ex-pirate Kwazii, and medic Peso Penguin, along with other Octonauts as they explore the world s oceans, rescue the creatures who live there, and protect their habitats above and below the waves! On this exciting DVD, join the Octonauts aboard the Octopod as they come face to face with a trio of pesky Cookiecutter Sharks, look after an injured Lemon Shark and stop a Whitetip Shark who is chasing the Gup-A!

To get your own copy head here

I got this free in exchange for an honest review

Try The World #trytheworld

July 28, 2017tabbyspantry

Try the World

If you are looking for fantastic foods from all round the world then Try The World subscription box is a must have. They have a few different ones you can chose from. You can get a new special country every month or even do the pantry box. The pantry box you get to choose the kinds of foods you want, and they send you a great box every month filled. They have a great price point and my shipment has never been late. I have found so many fantastic items that I would have never known about if it was not for this fantastic company.

In my box, I got

Try the World

Belgian Beef Stew Spices from STOP Spices in Belgium

Try the World

Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Oleum Hispania in Spain

Try the World

Hilopites from 776 Deluxe in Greece

Try the World

Mushroom Risotto from Terrigena in Italy

Try the World

Green Apple Vinegar from Mendes Goncalves in Portugal

Try the World

This box had a great selection of spices and oils that I am excited to use. The Try The World box really spices up our everyday meals and makes them into something very special.

I got this free in exchange for an honest review

My Little Pony Equestria Girls Magical Movie Night Giveaway

July 27, 2017tabbyspantry 4 Comments

My Little Pony DVD

Do you remember the My Little Pony from when we were younger? Did you know that they have grown up? The My Little Pony Equestria Girls is a grown version of the great show we loved when we were little. your kids will still get the great story’s and great lessons, just with a little older pony’s. This is not only a fantastic DVD for little ones but it will also speak to pre-teens.

My Little Pony DVD

MY LITTLE PONY EQUESTRIA GIRLS^TM – MAGICAL MOVIE NIGHT

COMING TO DVD AUGUST 8

Los Angeles, California – Grab your popcorn, because the Equestria Girls are back for a magic-filled triple feature! There’s a reason these seven girls look familiar. . . as they step through a magical mirror, they transport from the world of My Little Pony, transforming into teenage girls at Canterlot High. Full-time students and part-time magical pony-girls, the Equestria Girls are always ready to save the day with the Magic of Friendship! So, gather round for three mystical adventures when My Little Pony Equestria Girls – Magical Movie Night comes to DVD on August 8, 2017 from Shout! Kids in collaboration with Hasbro Studios. Pre-order is available now atAmazon.com and ShoutKids.com.

Dance Magic

With the Camp Everfree fundraising deadline looming, the Equestria Girls realize they need a new plan to raise more money and are ready to try new things. Rarity finds out about a music video competition, with a huge cash prize, and she’s eager to convince her friends at Canterlot High to enter the contest. However, the girls soon learn that Crystal Prep Academy is also interested in participating in the contest. The students at CPA have many more resources and are better dancers! The girls learn that sometimes coming together instead of competing is the best plan of all!

Movie Magic

The Equestria Girls have been specially invited by A.K. Yearling to go on the set of the upcomingDaring Do movie and they are overjoyed. For super-fan Rainbow Dash, watching behind the scenes as her favorite heroine comes to life is a dream come true. However, when a rare and important prop from the set goes missing, putting the movie on hold, Rainbow Dash’s dream becomes a nightmare. The Equestria Girls take it upon themselves to track down the missing prop and end up trotting into a real-life Daring Do adventure!

Mirror Magic

As the pages in her journal run out, there’s only one thing for Sunset Shimmer to do: return to Equestria as a pony to get a new journal! There, she meets new pony Starlight Glimmer and agrees to bring her back through the mirror portal to experience life as a human girl at Canterlot High. However, while Sunset Shimmer is away, a revenge‐seeking Juniper Montage finds a beautiful hand mirror enchanted with Equestrian magic. Not only can it provide a window into another land, but if you push the right button, It can also make things disappear into limbo, trapped between the two realms! Sunset Shimmer and Starlight Glimmer return to find the Mane 6 missing and Juniper Montage acting extremely suspicious. Will Sunset Shimmer and Starlight Glimmer save the girls, or are the Mane 6 lost in limbo for good?

Bonus Feature:

Sing-Alongs

Find this and more My Little Pony^TM titles at ShoutKids.com.

magic-filled Equestria Girls triple feature, My Little Pony Equestria Girls – Magical Movie Night, which comes to DVD on August 8. Pre-orders available now at Amazon.com and ShoutKids.com

Guess what all. We even have a great giveaway 2 lucky U.S winners will get their very own copy.

My little Pony Magical Movie Night

I got this free in exchange for an honest review.

Lemonade Stand Cookbook

July 23, 2017tabbyspantry

Lemonade Stand Cookbook

As a kid, I always wanted a lemonade stand. I never did do one, but now whenever I see one on the side of the road I always have to stop. They have become so much more creative than they were when we were kids. During the winter, I see warm drinks and hot cookies. During the summer, I see everything.

Lemonade Stand Cookbook

When the Lemonade Stand Cookbook showed up I was so excited. Kids these days are doing so much more. Not only does the book have tips and tricks for you. They also have a ton of fantastic recipes that are sure to make your stand a hit.

Lemonade Stand Cookbook

This book is a great way to have fun with your family and teach them a great work ethic. With kids doing so much more at a younger age this is a great stepping stone. Weather they are raising money for something that they really want or for charity, this book will get them started in the right direction. Encouraging our kids to earn what they want in life is one of the biggest lessons we should be teaching them. It also teaches social skills they have to talk to costumers and be able to answer questions.

Lemonade Stand Cookbook

If you are looking for something fun to do this summer with your kids make sure to pick up the Lemonade Stand Cookbook and get cooking with them.

I got this free in exchange for an honest review

Minnie’s Happy Helpers On DVD

July 23, 2017tabbyspantry 1 Comment

minnies happy helper

When Disney Junior comes out with a new DVD we must have it. Minnie Mouse is one of my nephew’s favorite. He can watch her all day long. So, this DVD is not only perfect for when he is not feeling well but also when we travel. Just pop it in and he is as happy as can be.

minnies happy helper

This DVD has 6 episodes and even a bonus episode. It also comes with a magnetic “helper” chart your kids will have their very own chart to keep track of how they have helped you. If you have a Disney lover in the house Minnie’s Happy Helpers is a must have. I love that it is a great cartoon that also teaches them how to help others.

Minnie and Daisy are here to tackle adventures big and small! MINNIE’S HAPPY HELPERS will be making its Disney DVD debut on July 25^th, and you won’t want to miss these best friends in action! The Happy Helpers make friendship fun; going around town helping their loved ones with a song and smile. From antics like babysitting an egg about to hatch to planning the perfect party, MINNIE’S HAPPY HELPERS is an entertaining tale fueled by friendship, fun, and going the extra mile!

Join Minnie and Daisy as They Run Their Own Temp Agency
Helping Friends and Neighbors!

MINNIE’S HAPPY HELPERS

Bring Home the Adventures on Disney DVD July 25^th

Includes a FREE Exclusive Customizable Happy Helpers Chart!

Synopsis: The Happy Helpers are on their way!

When Minnie and Daisy aren’t racing around Hot Dog Hills, they’re helping their friends with fun, odd jobs as TheHappy Helpers. And no task is too big or too small for them to tackle! With a quick spin in their Turn-Styler, theHappy Helpers are ready for anything that comes their way. Whether they’re babysitting an egg that’s about to hatch, planning the perfect luau for a client, or fixing London’s Big Ben just in time for tea, Minnie and Daisy are ready to go the extra mile, with a song and a smile!

Voice Cast: Russi Taylor as Minnie Mouse; Tress MacNeille as Daisy Duck; Bret Iwan as Mickey Mouse; Daniel Ross as Donald Duck; April Winchell as Clarabelle Cow; Jim Cummings as Pete; and Bill Farmer as Goofy.

Executive Producer: Rob LaDuca

Co-Executive Producer and Supervising Story Editor: Mark Seidenberg

Episodes: Egg-Xasperating!

Happy Hula Helpers!

Tea Time Trouble!

Happy Birthday Helpers!

Bed, Breakfast and Bungled!

Gone Fishin’!

Bonus Episode: Teed Off!

I got this free in exchange for an honest review

July Adore Box #subscriptionbox

July 19, 2017tabbyspantry

Adore Box

For a lot of us beauty lovers it can get really expensive. There are so many products out there. Some we hear a ton about and some we have never heard about. When we see them, we must try them. It can get so expensive. With the Adore box however you will get a great selection of full size and sometimes trial size beauty products for less than one product will normally cost you. I have found so many awesome new products that have made a huge difference in my beauty routine. I love that I get them at low price and if I fall in love for a lot of the products I can hop on too Adore Box and have them delivered right to me.

Adore Box

In this box, I got the Rimmel London Double ended eye shadow. 24k Collagen Gold Powder eye mask. These were awesome I could use these every day. The Reserve Company Bath tea was amazing if you have sore muscles then this is a must at the end of a great workout. The GLO by Glory liquid lipstick was a fantastic color and lasted for quite a long time.

Adore Box

There was not one thing I did not love about this box. Everything in it I would not only use but some of them I know need more of. If you are looking for the best beauty subscription box out there you will not beat Adore Box one for quality and price.

I got this free in exchange for an honest review

Catch and Learn from PlaSmart

July 16, 2017tabbyspantry

Catch and Learn

I love when I can find great learning game for little guy. When I first saw the Catch and Learn Game from PlaSmart I knew it would be a big hit. We come from a fishing family so he got to go fishing in the house while learning. I did not know that my nephews would also go completely nuts for it. The older nephew filled out the fish cards and the two little ones went fishing to match the numbers and letters.

Catch and Learn

This was so much fun. The little fish cards are dry erase cards with a magnet in it. You write on them like 5+5 on one and a 10 on the other. Then you use the worm with a magnet on it to pick up the matching cards. It was a fun way to learn. As you can see my nephew got so excited every time he got a card.

Catch and Learn

The boys had so much fun with this game. It was not a play once and done game. We played this for hours every day. Best part is you can let them play on their own. I did not have to sit there for hours watching. They came up with their own stuff to put on the cards and had a blast.

Catch and Learn

If you are looking for fun learning games for your little one PlaSmart is so the way to go. They have a great selection of toys for any age kid.

Catch and Learn

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I got this free in exchange for an honest review

Welcome to the 2nd annual MamatheFox’s Back to School Giveaway

hosted by MamatheFox

Sponsors include: Wean Green, Momobaby, Gina’s Soft Cloth, I See Me! and Teach My

This years prize is valued at over $200!

To get your own copy head here

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