Bake Me A Wish Chocolate Mousse Torte Cake Giveaway

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It’s my birthday month and I want to celebrate it with you!

 

Bake Me A Wish has so many beautiful and delicious cakes that can be shipped to you or anyone you love quickly.  Each cake comes packed in a cooler with ice, boxed and bagged and ready to serve.  Just open the cooler, pull out the bag and you’re ready to take your cake anywhere you want to go.

I received a beautiful Chocolate Mousse Torte Cake from BakeMeAWish.com for my birthday.  It is rich and delicious chocolate cake layers that are filled with chocolate mousse, then covered with milk chocolate frosting and dark chocolate glaze.  It’s a chocolate lovers dream!  This is one of the best selling cakes on the website 

Each cake includes a greeting card and elegant gift box.   These are perfect for sending to loved ones you can’t be with to celebrate.  

Did you know that Bake Me A Wish has exclusive licensed character cakes? 

 

Be sure to check out all of the delicious  birthday cakes available from Bake Me A Wish, including their new Hello Kitty cakes, Mickey Mouse, Red Velvet, Coconut Creme, Cupcakes, Disney’s Frozen and so many more!

 

GIVEAWAY 

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One winner will receive a Bake Me A Wish Chocolate Mousse Torte Cake. (RV $49) 

See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 10.4.21

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won an award (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public. The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabbys Pantry are not responsible for the shipment of the prize.

 

 

Fall Favorites from National Geographic Kids Books Review and Giveaway

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With Labor Day in the rearview mirror (how did THAT happen??)  I’m excited to turn the page and welcome a new season AND a new school year with a “Fall Favorites” giveaway from National Geographic Kids Books.   Whether you are looking to add to your family’s bookshelf, in need of quality resources to supplement distance learning, or starting on your holiday gift lists, these books are guaranteed to ignite imagination and bring the world to kids’ doorsteps.  

These books are filled with big, vivid, beautiful photos and tons of awesome facts and knowledge to keep your little one’s minds inquisitive and entertained for hours. Your child will love learning about the world around them from the land to the sea.

 

 

Ultimate Book of African Animals by Emmy Award-Winning Filmmakers Beverly and Dereck Joubert (ages 8-12, hardcover)
Ready for an adventure of a lifetime? With National Geographic photographer-filmmaker duo Beverly and Dereck Joubert as their guides, readers are transported to the plains of the Serengeti, the sands of the Sahara and the shaded nooks of the rainforest. Dereck and Beverly are eight-time Emmy award-winning filmmakers, National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence and wildlife conservationists who have been filming, researching and exploring Africa for over 35 years.  By sharing their stories of life on safari and Beverly’s jaw-dropping photography, this dynamic duo gives the reader unique, behind-the-lens access to Africa’s wildlife, how they live, play and hunt and how they have adapted to their wild, one-of-a-kind environments.  A big, beautiful guide to animals that roar, race and “totally rule,” this gift-worthy book is overflowing with facts, stats and photos of animals of all behaviors, shapes and sizes — including the tiny bombardier beetle, the sneaky desert viper, mischievous monkeys, elusive Ethiopian wolves, as well as fan favorites like lions, elephants, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, hippos, gorillas, rhinos, and so many more.   
 

 

Attention Percy Jackson/Greek Mythology Fans!:
Zeus the Mighty Series: The Trials of Hairy-Clees  (ages 8-12, hardcover) 
 

 

“Readers will appreciate the overlay of this mythological world atop the real-life operations of a pet rescue center and how Boyer manages to fit all the plot pieces together perfectly. Great characters, action, adventure, and lots of humor” — School Library Connection

 

 

 

“A treat for proto–Percy Jackson fans.” — Kirkus Reviews

 

 

Welcome to Mount Olympus, a pet supply and rescue center that sits high on a hill in Athens, Georgia. The overconfident hamster Zeus, wise cat Athena, and other rescued pets live there under the watchful eye of their caretaker, Artie, who’s obsessed with Greek mythology. The pets overhear her favorite podcast, Greeking Out, and believe themselves to be the actual megastars of mythology! Get ready to laugh, cheer, and learn with Zeus and his minions in their rollicking romps through Greek mythology and unforgettable adventures. Check out the Zeus the Mighty website for books, fun printables, games, fun Greek facts and episodes of the real life Greeking Out podcast.
 

 

Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks, Minerals and Shells (ages 4-8, hardcover) – This new addition to the wildly popular Little Kids First Big Book series introduces a fascinating variety of Earth’s rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, and shells — from granite to gold, marble to malachite, and conchs to clams. Discover how rocks are formed, the three kinds of rocks, and the difference between rocks and minerals. Learn how rocks and minerals are used in art, architecture, industry, and science. Then journey to the oceans to explore seashells and the amazing animals that once inhabited them. Packed with more than 200 stunning photos, including closeups of each specimen, this colorful book showcases breathtaking natural sites such as the Giant’s Causeway and human-built structures like the Great Wall of China. Filled with fun facts, this book is designed for interactive learning, the Little Kids First Big Book of Rocks, Minerals, and Shells.

 

 

 

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2022 (ages 8-12, paperback) – The number one selling kids almanac on the planet!

 
‘”…this gathering of upbeat, vividly illustrated, browser-friendly dips into topics ranging from black holes to blue-footed boobies to Bolivian street food is hard to put down, and the pop quizzes and research guides at each chapter’s end will give studious sorts a leg up, too.” – Kirkus
 

The latest installment of the New York Times best-selling almanac features amazing animal stories, explorer profiles, and outrageous attractions that kids know and love, plus more of the incredible inventions, awesome games, and fresh challenges for curious kids who want to learn all about the world and everything that’s in it.  Tons of fun facts, crafts, activities, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, conservation help kids keep up with our quickly changing world and is why this is the number one selling kids almanac on the planet.  There’s a whole chapter full of fun and games, including activities, jokes, and comics and the colorful compilation also includes an Almanac Challenge 2022 — which inspires kids to reduce their plastic waste.  

 
NG Kids World Atlas 6th Edition (ages 10+, hardcover)
 
“No one does maps or atlases with as much panache and knowledge as National Geographic” – Washington Post
 

This Fall, the map experts at National Geographic debuts the sixth edition of their Kids World Atlas — the perfect reference for kids to learn about lands close to home or oceans away. This title is an authoritative and well-designed with completely updated maps, stats, and facts about the people, places, trends, and developments of our world.  Highlights include the latest geographic and political information, a new map on global migration that introduces kids to the movement of people around the world, new graphics that present facts in an easy-to-read format, a place-name index with more than 3,000 locations, colorful photography that shows the beauty and diversity of our world and more than 120 maps, each one telling a story.   Now more than ever, kids need to understand the world from a global perspective — this is an invaluable resource for using in the classroom or reading at home.

 

 

NG Kids Why?:  Over 1,111 Answers to Everything (ages 8-12, hardcover, 192 pgs) – The concept is simple. Got a question? Well now you have an answer! 1,111 of them, in fact. Want to know why your snot is yellow? Flip to the human body chapter. What’s on the inside of a turtle shell? The animal section’s got you covered. What’s in the deepest part of the ocean? Why doesn’t Earth just float off into space? Check, check, and check. With hundreds of topics ranging from silly to serious, this book has the expert information kids need in a fun and entertaining format that will keep them digging for answers. 
 
 

 

 

GIVEAWAY 
 
 

Two winners will receive Fall Favorites from National Geographic Kids Books (RV $108). See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 10.2.21

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won an award (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public. The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabbys Pantry are not responsible for the shipment of the prize.

5 Things That Aren’t True About Going Vegan

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The Internet is a great source for information! You can search any topic online and find a plethora of information to delve into. At the same time, though, anyone can post on the Internet, and so you cannot take the information as law. You need to always act with due diligence. To help you get a better understanding of this, we are going to take a look at some of the biggest myths when it comes to veganism so that you can see what is true and what isn’t. Here are five things that are not accurate about going vegan:

 

    1. Vegan diets are not filling – A lot of people assume that they are going to be hungry all of the time if they decide to go vegan. However, this is certainly not the case. Vegan diets can be just as filling as no-vegan meals. It is all about the ingredients you use!
  • Vegan diets make you weak – This is one of the most frustrating myths that vegans read when it comes to their diets. You only need to do some reading into the superstar athletes that follow vegan diets to see that this is the case. Serena Williams follows a vegan diet, and we are sure you can agree that one thing she is not is weak! Plus, we have seen the superstar Beyonce talk about how she goes on vegan diets before she goes on tour. 
  • It’s simple; vegan or not vegan – Not all products are labeled equally or created equally. Just because one item from one brand is vegan, does not mean the same applies when purchasing the same type of food from another brand. Always read the ingredient list and be diligent. 
  • You won’t get your calcium dose without milk – A lot of people assume that they are not going to get the all-important calcium that they need if they do not drink milk. This is not the case. You can get calcium from leafy green vegetables. Plus, there are a lot of great alternatives to milk as well. 
  • Vegan diets are not healthy – Last but not least, we are sure that this is a risk you have seen people state, but it is simply not the case. There are so many benefits associated with vegan diets. You can reduce your risk of prostate and colorectal cancer, as Thermo Fisher Scientific will attest. Plus, eating vegan can lower the risk of arthritis, your skin may benefit, and it can help with preventing type 2 diabetes. Further benefits include being able to achieve your goal body weight, as well as being able to boost your mood and giving your body the nutrients needed.

 

As you can see, there are a lot of myths out there at the moment when it comes to going vegan! This is why it is important to make sure that you always clarify your source and that the information you are reading is factual before you take it as gospel! Research is key. 

 

The Main Early Parenting Difficulties & How To Deal With Them

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If you have just had a baby, you are likely very excited indeed, and very scared all at the same time. This is a very common experience to have, and it is a sign that you are probably thinking about things in the right way. After all, it should be a little frightening and also very exciting! One of the things that you will likely want to know about and have help with is the major early parenting difficulties that can crop up with having any baby. In this post, we are going to take a look at some of these in particular and offer some advice on how to deal with them. You should find that you are going to feel a lot more ready to face these issues after reading this article.

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Breastfeeding

 

One of the main difficulties that a lot of mothers have early on is breastfeeding. It can often seem as though everyone else is having no trouble at all, and yet you and your baby are struggling with it a lot. This isn’t a true reflection, and that is the first thing to be aware of: all mothers struggle with this, and there are many babies who just don’t want to latch on at all. But there are some things you can do if you want to make breastfeeding easier and start doing it a lot more easily and quickly.

 

First of all, you should find out as much as you can about breastfeeding before giving birth, as that is going to put you in a much better position when you do then need to do so. Antenatal classes usually cover this quite well, so it is definitely worth going to those. You will learn about positioning and attachment, expressing and how to increase it where necessary, and how to tackle other common problems that people have with breastfeeding early on. If you are struggling to express, you might want to look at what you are eating. There are even some foods that make lactation more likely, such as the best lactation cookies, so it’s worth thinking about those too. You’ll find that really helps.

 

The main thing here, however, is to take it slow and try not to stress too much, as that won’t help at all. And remember that it can often take a long time, which is perfectly normal and natural to happen.

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Sleep

 

Sleep can suddenly become a big problem for you when you have a baby – and for the baby too, of course. As a new parent, you might be constantly worried about whether or not your baby is getting enough sleep, or whether they are getting too much. The truth is that babies do need to sleep a lot, but they also have short cycles, so they are going to be up and down many times throughout the day. This of course means that you are going to struggle to get much sleep, and that in itself can be very difficult to deal with for many new parents.

 

To make it a little easier on yourself, try to limit your activities throughout the day and don’t over-exert, so that you can regain your energy at least. You should also try not to stress about how much sleep you are getting or not getting, as it won’t last for long anyway and your child will soon be older and sleeping more themselves. All in all, sleep is not a huge problem, but it is easier to deal with it if you manage to prepare yourself for not having much of it early on.

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Skin-On-Skin Contact

 

Babies should have plenty of skin-on-skin contact with their mother, as this is a vital part of their ability to develop healthily in the best possible way. But you should try not to worry about it too much if you are not able to do this as much as you would like, or if your baby happens to cry and move around so much that it makes it difficult. All in all, what matters most of all is that you are there for your baby when they need you, and that you are trying to get this contact wherever possible. That is what you really need to think about.

 

In all of this, remember that your baby is unique, and you can never predict what they will be like before they come out. It’s okay if your baby is different from other ones – it’s just who they are!

Here Is A Guide That Will Help You Renovate Your House

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Home renovation can be a time-consuming process. It will take time to study all the possibilities and perform each task correctly. Roofing Contractor, Painter, Plumber or Electrician, you’ll either need them or perhaps you can do it yourself. If you are tired of your home’s appearance or want to upgrade its energy efficiency, here is a guide that will help you renovate your house correctly.

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1) Exterior walls

The exterior walls have to be renovated when they are in bad shape, have cracks or leaks that damage the interior fabric of the house, or when you want to increase insulation. You should replace old windows with insulated double glazed units, improve insulation (increase thermal resistance), add rigid foam boards over existing insulation, and add sidings such as masonite or fiber cement panels such as Trex Transcendent Boards. These panels are water-resistant and require little maintenance.

2) Roof

A roof is a critical part of your house. It protects you from rain, snow, and sunlight, so it’s essential to choose a suitable material depending on your needs. You can install an asphalt shingle roof or a metal roof. Still, you can also consider using a green roof that will help insulate your home while providing natural thermal mass that absorbs heat during the day and releases it at night, thus reducing temperatures inside your house by up to 50%. However, if you prefer a green lawn on the top of your home, make sure it does not contain any plants that emit pollen or toxic fumes such as catnip.

3 Flooring

The materials used to build a house’s flooring have changed over time, but the goal of keeping you warm and comfortable is still the same. Depending on your preferences and budget, you can choose from several types of flooring, including carpet, vinyl plank, or ceramic tile. However, if you want to reduce heating costs in winter and air conditioning costs in summer, replace your existing floor with a radiant barrier system, which will stop hot or cold air from seeping into the living space.

4) Interior walls

Interior walls need renovation when they are outdated (light switch coverings), damaged (holes due to nails), or too thin (single layer drywall). This is because old materials and paints are off-gas and could cause health issues such as nausea and respiratory problems, while new products are extremely low emitting. However, don’t forget to remove the old paint before applying the new one! You can improve insulation by using rigid foam boards such as those above for exterior walls; however, you can also consider installing drywall to improve indoor air quality.

5) Windows

New windows are an effective way to increase energy efficiency in your home while changing its overall appearance. When replacing older single-pane windows with modern high-efficiency models, you will reduce heat transfer, which means heating or cooling systems will not have to work as hard. You also gain more control over the ventilation of your house since new windows are often large, allowing for natural airflow throughout your home even when it’s raining outside. Existing window installation is also costly and usually requires a replacement of the entire wall structure.

Worth it

Depending on how many walls you plan to reface, a renovation project will probably take several weeks or months, but the results are worth it. Your roofing, flooring, and windows will be more comfortable as well as energy-efficient. Just remember that home renovation projects come with a steep learning curve, so be sure to consult experts for advice before embarking on your own. And don’t forget to plan, budget carefully, and consider hiring a professional if needed!

SOS Hydration Products Giveaway

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Dehydration is the number one cause of fatigue and exhaustion, affecting everyone from athletes to busy professionals. The problem with staying hydrated is that it can be difficult to do so when you’re on the go.  Dehydration leads to headaches, poor sleep, illness, fatigue, poor performance and low concentration.

 

Using the best in medical and sports science, SOS was engineered by a leading doctor, two former elite athletes, and a retired military medical officer with the purpose of combating dehydration to improve overall human performance.
 
 

 

 

SOS Hydration Partners with ViacomCBS to Launch PAW Patrol® Line of Kids’ Healthy Hydration Beverages Ahead of September ‘National Family Hydration Awareness Month’

 

PAWsome new character-laden line of low sugar, better-for-you  kids’ hydration drink mixes now exclusively available  on shelves at Walmart stores nationwide and at Walmart.com; Hydration Awareness month initiative to educate and motivate around the abundant health benefits of proper hydration.

 

SOS Hydration, makers of science-based, research-proven and best-in-class family hydration drink products, today announced its partnership with leading global entertainment company ViacomCBS to license character images from the hit animated preschool series, PAW Patrol®, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon, for labeling on its new SOS Kids line. Commencing September 2021, children across America can enjoy SOS Hydration’s healthier and more effective alternative to the mass-market sugary drinks targeted to children. The company’s new child–specific, low sugar electrolyte drink mix formula—SOS Kids, featuring PAW Patrol—is now available online at www.SOSKidsHydration.com,  Walmart.com and, this September, will be exclusively available on shelves in every Walmart store throughout the United States. This coincides with SOS Hydration’s first annual “National Family Hydration Awareness Month” initiative is set to kick off this September, during which the public is invited to learn about the physical, cognitive and emotional benefits of pre-hydrating to avoid becoming dehydrated.

 

“As a dad of two young girls I wanted a better-for-you lunch box alternative to the high sugar, unhealthy beverages marketed at children…plus I understand the power of PAW Patrol, ” said James Mayo, Co-Founder and CEO of SOS Hydration. “My girls love the pups and I love what they stand for. With our company having formulated the first kids-specific electrolyte, vitamin and mineral drink, my wife and I felt the PAW Patrol franchise was a perfect partner since their values mirror our own. The pups now grace the packaging of our SOS Kids line that not only tastes great, but also gives children that boost of hydration—all without the artificial ‘nasties’ and high sugar content of other so-called solutions on the market.”

 

The PAW Patrol pups serve as good role models for children, and this certainly includes making healthier drink choices” said Priya Mukhedkar, Senior Vice President, Packaged Goods, ViacomCBS Consumer Products. “We ’re proud to see the pups featured on SOS Kids hydration products, designed to help America’s youth reap the benefits of a tasty drink they’ll actually enjoy while providing critical hydration that’ll help them stay focused, alert and energized to power through their day. SOS allows families to ‘follow the science’ when it comes to choosing a drink, be it for themselves or their children since families that hydrate together are sure to have more sustained fun for together.”

 

SOS Kids was specially-formulated for daily hydration by SOS Hydration Co-Founder and board certified Internal Medicine physician Dr. Blanca Lizaola-Mayo to help keep children optimally hydrated, and actually avoid becoming dehydrated in the first place—a condition that compromises the body and mind in a variety of ways. SOS Kids has only three grams of sugar; is boosted with Vitamins A and C, minerals Zinc and Magnesium; and contains no artificial additives—all designed to keep kids ahead of their hydration needs so they can perform better and get more from their days. “The first sign of thirst means you are dehydrated,” notes Dr. Lizaola-Mayo. “SOS helps the body absorb water two to three times faster than drinking water alone and provides a better alternative for children over juices, powders and other sports drinks laden with unnecessary sugar, calories, carbohydrates and additives.”

 

Mayo added, “SOS Kids is a valuable addition to our popular adult hydration line that is based off independent and 3rd party research for maximum advocacy,” Mayo said. “We’ve also put our product formulas up for independent research so that we can base our claims on fact rather than self-promotional rhetoric. One need only review the ‘How does SOS Compare’ page of our web site to appreciate the comprehensive suite of reasons putting our formula in a scientific league of its own. We want consumers to fully vet us against our competitors as well as published scientific standards so they can truly understand appreciate what sets up apart and makes our product worthy of their hard-earned dollars.”

 

To learn more about the science of hydration, and see the full line of SOS Hydration products for both adults and children—including SOS Kids featuring PAW Patrol—visit www.SOSKidsHydration.com.

 

About ViacomCBS Consumer Products

ViacomCBS Consumer Products (VCP) oversees all licensing and merchandising for ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic consumer brands, VCP’s portfolio includes a diverse slate of brands and content from BET, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and Showtime. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, VCP is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world’s most beloved, iconic franchises. Additionally, VCP oversees the online direct-to-consumer business for CBS and Showtime programming merchandise, as well as standalone branded ecommerce websites for Star Trek, SpongeBob, South Park, and MTV.

 

About Spin Master

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is a leading global children’s entertainment company creating exceptional play experiences through a diverse portfolio of innovative toys, entertainment franchises and digital games. Spin Master is best known for award-winning brands PAW Patrol®, Bakugan®, Kinetic Sand®, Air Hogs®, Hatchimals®, Rubik’s Cube® and GUND®, and is the toy licensee for other popular properties.  Spin Master Entertainment creates and produces compelling multiplatform content, stories and endearing characters through its in-house studio and partnerships with outside creators, including the preschool success PAW Patrol and nine other original shows along with multiple short-form series, which are distributed in more than 190 countries. The Company has an established digital presence anchored by the Toca Boca® and Sago Mini® brands, which combined have more than 50 million monthly active users. With close to 2,000 employees in 28 offices globally, Spin Master distributes products in more than 100 countries. For more information visit spinmaster.com or follow on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @spinmaster.

 

About SOS Hydration SOS Hydration is a science and research-backed electrolyte drink for both adults and children that is based on proven sports and medical findings to help the body absorb water two to three times faster than drinking water, alone. The brand’s corporate mission is to drive the hydration education though facts and apt formulations rather than marketing spin and hype. NBA great and former Olympian Charles Smith is actively involved with the company, and Kevin Harrington—famed sales and marketing guru and original Shark Tank member—recently joined the SOS team as an investor and advisor. SOS has also partnered with Global Empowerment Mission and Bethany Frankel’s BStrong Foundation on philanthropic endeavors. SOS Hydration is founded by former quarter mile runner, former British Mile Champion and former Army officer James Mayo who serves as company CEO; Blanca Lizaola M.D, a board certified Internal medicine physician finalizing a fellowship in gastroenterology and transplant hepatology; and former national middle distance runner Tom Mayo. Learn more and get hydrated at www.SOSHydration.com.

 

** This press release may contain “forward-looking statements.” Forward-looking statements include statements regarding the goals, beliefs, plans or current expectations of SOS Hydration, taking into account the information currently available to our management. Forward-looking statements are not statements of historical fact.

 



GIVEAWAY

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One winner will receive the follow SOS Hydration Products: the Kids Variety Pack, the adult sample pack, and a water bottle.  (RV $25.99)SOS HydrationSOS Hydration. See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 10.2.21

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won an award (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public. The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabbys Pantry are not responsible for the shipment of the prize.

 

Home Building: 4 Tips For Treatments

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Building a new home is an exciting experience. You get to finally live in your dream house, and it’s one that you helped design. So you know exactly what you’re getting. However, there are some things about the process of building a new home that might not be as fun. For example, there are decisions to make about treatments for the exterior of your house. Should they be painted or stained? What color should they be? 

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Are You An Outdoor Or Indoor Person? 

Choose the exterior treatment based on how you will use your house. If you plan to be out in the sun a lot, it might not be best to choose stained wood because stains are glossy and could reflect sunlight into your eyes. On the other hand, painted exteriors can weather well. So painting might be better if you spend most of your time indoors but want an outdoor space for entertainment or gardening work. Additionally, paint is easier to clean than stain. Wood that has been sealed with polyurethane also resists water damage much more effectively than unstained wood does. Stains do have their advantages. They tend to look richer and bring out natural figures in the grain of certain woods like cedar while also giving them some color.

Plan Ahead 

After choosing your exterior treatment, you need to decide how much paint or other material will be used on the job. This is often determined by which type of construction process was chosen for building a new house. Stick-built versus modular homes or site-built houses with a frame and siding versus one constructed from concrete blocks. These processes use different amounts of materials in their construction methods, so it’s important to think about what kind you want beforehand if cost isn’t too big an issue. If deciding between two types of exterior treatments like stain and paint, plan ahead. Stains might require more coats than paints before the color reaches its full opacity level. On average, expect three coats of water-based latex paint or two coats of oil-based paint. Remember to treat all your wood exterior with a treatment, like Nisus, for pests and termites. 

Budget Well

Consider the price difference between stains and paints before deciding on an exterior treatment for your new house, but don’t let cost be the only factor you consider. Stains are more expensive to apply than paint is. If choosing between these treatments at this stage of planning, think carefully. Future costs associated with stain maintenance will likely add up quickly compared to just painting your home instead. You can save some money by choosing a paint treatment that comes with an anti-graffiti additive. Still, this option is more expensive to purchase in the first place.

Fit In Or Stand Out? 

Don’t forget to consider the aesthetics of different exterior treatments. Houses with stained wood exteriors can look very traditional. At the same time, homes that are painted tend to stand out more in modern communities. If you’re building a new house for yourself, this might not be an issue. But if you want people living nearby to envy your home instead, carefully think through all design aspects before making final decisions. Make sure the treatment you decide on fits well with any plans for landscaping or other outdoor activities like gardening. Natural materials also often play better than man-made ones. So keep that in mind, too, even though each type has advantages and disadvantages depending on how frequently you use it.

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Global Toy Leader Schleich Launches US Search for a Child Chief Storytelling Officer

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Calling all kids with storytelling superpowers! Casting calls taking place virtually through September and in-person at FAO Schwarz in NYC on September 25

Charlotte, NC, September 15, 2021 –  This fall, Schleich (pronounced Shh-like), the leading manufacturer of animal characters and playsets, is looking for one special kid with outstanding storytelling and imaginative powers to fill the role of Chief Storytelling Officer. Schleich believes that storytelling sparks imagination and play, which  help prepare kids to change the world. In addition to earning $10,000, the CSO will star in Schleich’s 2021 holiday ad campaign.

VIEW THE OFFICIAL SCHLEICH CHIEF STORYTELLING OFFICER CASTING CALL VIDEO 

AND APPLY HERE

“We certainly spend plenty of time at Schleich thinking about animals and fantasy characters. But you might be surprised by how much of our time goes to thinking about storytelling and imagination, the true cornerstones of our brand,” said Kelli Masilun, Director of Marketing, North America at Schleich USA. “But since our office is full of grownups, we often find ourselves in need of the type of storyful inspiration that can only come from our world’s greatest storytellers–kids themselves.”

Parents are encouraged to help their kids audition by sending in a video, or attending a live casting call at FAO Schwarz in New York City on September 25 from 8 – 10:30am. Visit bit.ly/schleichcso to upload your video or register for the live casting call. Advanced registration is open now and required for the live casting call.

About Schleich

Founded more than 80 years ago by Friedrich Schleich in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Schleich is one of Germany’s largest toy manufacturers and a leading international provider of figurines. The famous Schleich figurines are sold in more than 60 countries and are loved by children around the world. As a global player with Swabian roots, Schleich currently generates more than half of its sales outside its core market in Germany. The Company is majority owned by Partners Group, a global private markets investment management firm. Further shareholders are the management team around Managing Director Dirk Engehausen (CEO). The design of the Schleich play worlds, the manufacturing of the production tools and all quality and safety checks are carried out in Germany. Production itself takes place at the company’s site in Schwäbisch Gmünd and in other production plants abroad.

The Forever Purge 1 Blu-ray Combo Pack Giveaway

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OMG all I love all the Purge Movies.  This one went a little different then the rest of them did.  This is the forever purge and everything goes wrong.  They did not have as many creative killings, but it will still keep you glued to the screen till the end.

The old rules of the Purge are broken as members of an underground movement, no longer satisfied with the annual night of anarchy and murder, decide to overtake America through an unending campaign of mayhem and massacre. No one is safe. On the morning after the Purge, a masked gang of killers attacks a wealthy Texas ranching family and their workers. Exposed by daylight, the two groups are forced to band together and fight back as the country spirals into chaos and the United States begins to disintegrate around them.

THE FOREVER PURGE stars Ana de la Reguera (Cowboys & Aliens), Tenoch Huerta (Days of Grace), Cassidy Freeman (“The Righteous Gemstones”), Leven Rambin (The Hunger Games), with Josh Lucas (Ford v Ferrari) and Will Patton (Halloween). The film is directed by Everardo Valerio Gout (Days of Grace) and from the mind of Franchise-creator James DeMonaco.

BONUS FEATURES on 4K, BLU-RAYTM, DVD AND DIGITAL:

  • ALTERNATE STORYBOARD OPENING
  • DELETED SCENE
  • COLLAPSING THE SYSTEM: BEHIND THE FOREVER PURGE – Go behind the scenes to witness the stunts, explosions, and chaos on the set of THE FOREVER PURGE.
  • CREEPTASTIC WARDROBE – A mostly daytime, never-ending Purge mixed with a western theme called for a whole new twist on Purge wardrobe and masks.
  • THEATRICAL TRAILER

THE FOREVER PURGE will be available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital.

  • 4K Ultra HD delivers the ultimate movie watching experience. Featuring the combination of 4K resolution, the color brilliance of High Dynamic Range (HDR) and immersive audio delivering a multidimensional sound experience.
  • Blu-ray™ Combo Pack includes Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital copy.
  • Digital lets fans watch movies anywhere on their favorite devices. Users can buy or rent instantly.
  • The Movies Anywhere Digital App simplifies and enhances the digital movie collection and viewing experience by allowing consumers to access their favorite digital movies in one place when purchased or redeemed through participating digital retailers. Consumers can also redeem digital copy codes found in eligible Blu-rayTM and DVD disc packages from participating studios and stream or download them through Movies Anywhere.  Movies Anywhere is available only in the United States.
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One lucky U.s Winner will get their very own  Blu-ray Combo Pack.  Good Luck All Winner will have 48 hours to claim their prize after I email .

 

The Forever Purge Blu-ray Combo Pack Giveaway

Pokémon Invites Fans to Illustrate an Official New Pokémon TCG Card

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Today, The Pokémon Company International and Creatures Inc. announced the Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest 2022, a fan art contest inviting Trainers from the US and Japan to showcase their creative talents for a chance to be featured in an upcoming promo card for the Pokémon TCG.
Following two similar contests in Japan, the Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest 2022 contest will be open to US fans for the first time. The official contest theme is “the daily life of Pokémon,” and Trainers can begin sending entries on October 13, 2021, through January 31, 2022. Winners will be announced in summer 2022.
“With this contest, Trainers will have the unique opportunity of having their Pokémon art be viewed all over the world,” said Barry Sams, vice president of the Pokémon TCG at The Pokémon Company International. “I continue to be in awe of the passion, creativity, and diversity of the Pokémon community, and expanding the Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest to the US will offer exciting new perspectives of the Pokémon we know and love.”

Interested Trainers will be asked to capture “the daily life of Pokémon,” which is the official contest theme, and to choose from the following Pokémon as the focal point of their submission: Bulbasaur, Charizard, Pikachu, Arcanine, Galarian Rapidash, Scizor, Greninja, and Cramorant. Entries will be accepted beginning on October 13, 2021, through January 31, 2022, with winners announced in summer 2022.

For full contest details, please visit https://www.ptcgic-cr.com/2022/en/.