Movie Madness Giveaway News
Before writing about our amazing giveaway, I would like to take a minute to thank Lisa Texas Mommy for the Starbuck’s gift card that I won. I received it a few days ago, and although I don’t drink coffee, I LOVE their Chai Tea Lattes. Thanks, Lisa!! I also just received my Belli Skin Care products from the Seattle Mom Blogs Earth Day Giveaway. I’ve been using the facial wash the past couple of days and my skin feels so soft! Thanks ladies!
Since you must be feeling incredibly jealous by now that I’m such a lucky winner, I thought I’d give someone else the chance to collect some free loot.
To help get the word out about our Movie Madness Carnival, I’m excited to announce a special giveaway.
GourmetGiftBaskets.com has offered to be one of our contest sponsors and is donating a really awesome prize. One lucky winner will be awarded this awesome Popcorn Lovers/Night at the Movies Gift Basket.
Valued at $37.99 and includes:
Fireworks Gourmet Popcorn Kernels 15 oz – Wisconsin White Birch – #1 Seller
Fireworks Gourmet Popcorn Kernels 15 oz – Savanna Gold – #2 Seller
Popcorn Seasonings – Caramel Pecan
Popcorn Seasonings – Sour Cream & Chives or White Cheddar
Morton’s Popcorn Salt 2.3 oz – Classic popcorn seasoning
Orville Redenbacher’s Popcorn Oil 12 oz.
PLUS a bonus $5 Blockbuster Gift Card
This is a perfect gift for the movie lover in your life (or to keep for your own movie night, because that is what I would do if I was able to win it!)
In order to qualify:
- Head on over to their site and take a look at all the unique gift baskets that they have to offer. They have a ton of really wonderful gift ideas for Father’s Day. Then leave me a comment letting me know which basket you like the best on their site.
- To increase your chances of winning, write a post on your site about the Movie Madness Carnival and Gift Basket Giveaway (Feel free to copy the banner). You will be automatically entered into the contest 3 more times. Please make sure to leave me a comment or trackback to let me know that you posted about it on your blog.
All comments must be received by Wednesday, June 4th at 11pm EST. Open to U.S. residents only.
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Friday Eye Candy: James Mmmm McAvoy
Happy Friday! Welcome to another week of glorious eye candy. Last week, I promised you a James McAvoy video and I wouldn’t want to let you down. I know you’ve been waiting for this all week. I keep this video bookmarked to cheer me up whenever I feel sad (or get angry with Ryan) and I suggest you do the same. Enjoy!
Once again the disclaimers: I didn’t make this video and don’t condone smoking. Cigarettes kill people!! Don’t do it!! Even if cute boys do it–you are smarter than that. Now that we’ve got that out of the way, here are my favorite parts of this video–0:30, 0:46, 1:11, 2:00, 3:13 and just about every other second!!!)
If you’d like to play along, leave me a comment and let me know that you posted some “eye candy” at your blog. Then I’ll add you to this list:
Some other eye candy you may want to check out:
Beth is talking Sex and the City and can’t stop mentioning Jason Lewis (aka Smith Jerrod)
The girls at Pop Sugar have The Bad Boys of eye candy (with Sawyer leading the pack) and a sequel to that list (can’t forget Sayid).
(Ok, speaking of Lost, how cool was it when they “moved the island” last night!! )
Mumof4 just posted her “laminated list” with Josh Duhamel (among others)
Yet another “list” from The Brunette Blog
An Open Letter to Mr. Doritos
Dear Mr. Doritos or The Person In Charge of Flavor Decision-Making at the Frito Lay Corporation,
I just want to take a moment to let you know how much my husband and I have always enjoyed your chips. Over the years, we have consumed way too much of your snacky goodness and have the chub to prove it. I’m especially liking the tangy-flavor-from-heaven that is your Spicy Sweet Chili chip.
I do have one issue that I need to address with you. I would like you to PLEASE STOP making these “mystery flavored” bags. I was willing to let the X13-D slide because they were pretty darn tasty. Who wouldn’t want a chip that tastes like a cheeseburger? This was almost like a little meal in a single bite, kind of what I imagine Wonka’s Ever-Lasting Gobstopper to be like.
However, I am outraged that you tricked my snack-obsessed husband into buying your Quest Doritos. This man will pretty much eat any chip you throw at him, but even he draws the line with these dreadfully horrible bites from Hell.
I mean who in their right mind thought that a chip that tastes like a combination of Pledge dusting spray and Lemon Bars would be a winning flavor?!?! It was just plain confusing. Am I eating a chip or a dessert or a cleaning product? I just don’t know what to make of them.
I’m really disappointed in you, Doritos. I love you, but if you keep trying to trick us with these “Mystery Flavors”, we are going to have to part company.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Daily Mish Mash
P.S. If you want to make up, please come up with a chip that does not have any calories or grams of fat.
P.P.S. Bring back the Cheeseburger chips. They were AWESOME!
P.P.P.S. If you would like to make up some more, send me some free chips. Thanks. 
Straight From The Horses Mouth…Kirsten and Ryan Not Dating
In an exclusive interview with E!, Kirsten Dunst clears up the rumors about her and Ryan Gosling. She says,
“I am not dating Ryan Gosling.”
Is the font size large enough? Does it convey my excitement enough?
For a month or so since reading that tragic story on Perez about Ryan and Kirsten making out, I have been in such a funk. It has been hard just getting through each day. This news makes me feel as if a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. Part of me didn’t believe it anyway, but still.
There was more to the interview than just the Ryan rumors. She also talks about the fact that she was in rehab for depression, not drugs. You can read more here. But really, why bother? The only detail of the story that matters is that THEY ARE NOT DATING!! Hooray!
Now, if Ryan isn’t dating Kirsten and doesn’t look to be getting back together with Rachel McAdams anytime soon (**weep**), who do you think would be a good match for him? It is hard for me to imagine him with anyone but Rachel so I need some other ideas.
Works For Me Wednesday: FREE Manicure or Pedicure
Last week I talked about how to make your manicure last longer. Well, I wasn’t thinking that I’d be talking about manicures again this week because I didn’t want to give the impression that all I do is think about my nails. Let me assure you, this is not the case. I’m lucky if they get filed regularly.
I did, however, run across a deal that was too great to keep to myself. Basically, all you have to do is buy some shampoo and conditioner or hair color and you get a free Manicure or Pedicure. Here are the details:
- Purchase two (2) bottles of specially marked participating Herbal Essence Shampoo and/or Conditioner product.
- Visit this website and enter your two qualifying UPC codes.
- Print your redemption form.
- Mail your completed redemption form listing two (2) valid UPC codes along with original receipt(s) (no copies accepted) of the Herbal Essences participating qualifying products* to:
Herbal Essences
c/o TLC Marketing
1 Faneuil Hall Marketplace 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02109
You should receive your voucher within 4-6 weeks of receipt and verification. Please allow one week for verification.
*Please make sure to include your original receipt(s) and completed redemption form listing two (2) valid UPC codes. If any of this information is not included, your submission will not be accepted. All materials must be postmarked by 12/31/08.
There is a ton of fine print, so if you are up for reading it you can go here. To find out the location of participating salons in your area, go here. Just enter this inactive code: TLCHE5029
To make this deal even sweeter, go to this website to print off a $2 off of 2 coupon for Target only to use toward Herbal Essences shampoo or conditioner.
To see more great tips, visit Rocks In My Dryer.
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Just a Reminder…The Movie Madness Carnival is less than a week away on Tuesday, June 3rd. You can learn more about it by reading this post.
Tackle It Tuesday
Warning: This post is going to be pretty incoherent, as I’ve developed some sort of insomnia problem and am going on about 3 hours of sleep. I’m not able to wow you with spectacular before and after pictures, just ramblings about what I need to do today. So proceed with caution.
There are so many things that I need to tackle today. We went away this weekend and got home too late to even think about dealing with this mayhem:
But look at the adorable outfits that I bought for my daughter at the Carter’s Gymoboree outlets:
I spent waaayyy too much money, but I’ve got an economic stimulus check burning a hole in my checking account. Not only will she look cute, but I feel like I’ve done my part to fix the country’s money troubles. Did you notice the green polka dot bracelet that matches the apple outfit. She caught me at a weak moment (ie I NEED TO SLEEP) and I gave in to her pleas. That darn store and its darn matching accessories!
Then there is the issue of this:
I need to make it look a little less like the fridges you see on the show Cribs. You know the ones that just have a few alcoholic beverages in it because that is all a rock star really needs to sustain life. Since we are not rock stars, this needs to be tackled. Immediately.
While I’m at it, I need to figure out some kind of plan for this week’s dinners. I’m guessing I also need to go to the store because week old lemon cake and tortillas probably aren’t the best staples for menu planning.
I’m specifically including foods that taste good with spring onions (ideas for this are welcome) since my garden WON’T STOP GROWING THEM:
While we are on the subject of food, I’ve decided that I really need to tackle the problem of my back fat. I can no longer stand it AT ALL!! So a diet of some kind is in order. I’m thinking of just trying that plan from I Can Make You Thin show. The rules are:
- Eat only when you are hungry.
- Stop eating when you feel full.
- Pay close attention to every bite (ie don’t do anything else except eat–no tv, reading,etc..).
- Eat only foods that you really like.
Sounds simple enough to me (especially #4, I can easily do that). The only one I can see having problems with is #3 since I am always doing something else when I eat. I’m actually breaking the rule right now because as I type this I’m also trying to eat my breakfast. I feel like such a fraud. Anyway, I’ll try it for a week and let you know how it goes.
This, of course, only solves half of the problem. If I really want to get rid of this flab, then I know that I’m going to have to do some form of the dreaded “E” word. I can’t even bring myself to type the whole word, let alone do it, so you know that I’m fighting a losing battle.
My body is trying to tell me something and I have to stop ignoring it. Not only is my back getting fat, but it is also angry with me. I made the mistake of getting up from the couch and BOOM. Something clicked out of place and I was in excrutiating pain for a few days. I even missed out on a miniature golf outing with the family because bending over to pick up the ball would have been way too much to handle.
(I secretly didn’t mind that I missed out on mini-golf because I get bored with it after about 11 holes.)
I’m contemplating purchasing one of these from Amazon:
I like the Crunch workouts and do you see this girl’s abs!? Wow!
Surprisingly, I don’t mind Richard Simmons. He makes me laugh.
The word “Shred” scares me, but the workouts are only 20 min. Even I could handle that. Again, look at those abs!!
If you have any of these dvds and they don’t make you feel like killing yourself when you do them, or any other suggestions, then please leave me a comment and let me know.
Oh, and while you are commenting, would someone please talk me out of buying The Bean.
I know I don’t need this, but due to my new insomnia problem, I’ve been watching a lot of late night informercials. And now I just can’t stop thinking about The Bean and how if Kristi Yamaguchi uses it, then it must really work.
Clearly, I need a nap.
For more inspiring tackles, head on over to Five Minutes For Mom.
Make Me Laugh Monday: Computer Funny
You know the little pop-up paper clip guy that interrupts you whenever you try to do a task in Word. I really wish he would just go away. Someone needs to teach this guy a lesson in manners or tell him to MIND HIS OWN BUSINESS!! The guy thinks he’s an expert in everything.
I found this funny little picture of the ultimate “Clippie” interruption:
For the record, I don’t condone suicide or think it is funny. Making fun of “Clippie” is completely ok, though.
To see more funnies, go over to Absolutely Bananas.
Ode To The Chicken Dance
I recently blogged about shopping for a dress for a wedding we were invited to attend. Well we went to the wedding this past weekend and it was a nice enough affair. The bride looked beautiful, the ceremony was short and sweet, the dinner was delicious and to top it all off, it was open bar. Who could ask for anything more, right? Me, of course.
As the reception kicked into full gear, I went up to the dj to request the ultimate party song–The Chicken Dance. I don’t know about the rest of you, but I just love this ridiculous spectacle. If you’ve never seen it ( you must be reading this blog from some other planet) scroll down for some video examples at the end of this post.
I was not at all expecting that he would decline my request. Yes, he said he couldn’t play it. I asked him if he had it and he said yes, but he wasn’t allowed to play it. It was on the “no play” list. Along with the Electric Slide. Now, I get the ‘Slide’ being on the list, but the ‘Chicken’? Come on now.
What kind of monster puts the chicken dance on the “no play” list I asked. Oh, the bride and groom. Hmmm. Well isn’t that something? I guess they are now on my “no friend” list. There would be no point in trying to convince them to change their minds, since it was their day and everything. So I did what any drunk normal wedding goer would do. I went out on the dance floor and did my own chicken dance to whatever song was on. Luckily a few other drunk supportive friends came out to join me and we just all thought we were so funny.
But it just wasn’t the same as the real thing. Sadly, they never gave in and played the stupid song. So, I had to get my chicken fix on youtube. First, I present you with an instructional video:
And here it is in action at a wedding:
And this one is just plain disturbing:
So what do you think? Are you pro-Chicken Dance or not?
Banned Outpost Commercials
Since I’m too busy this holiday weekend to make a thoughtful post (would you really consider any of my posts thoughtful? Please don’t answer that.) I thought I’d share a funny video I first saw over at Barking Mad . These banned commercials cracked me up so much that I knew that I had to put them on my blog. There are 3 commercials, but the second and third are the funniest, so don’t be too disturbed by the first one (Note-I’m sure no animals were harmed in the making of these commercials-at least I hope not).
Friday Eye Candy: Ryan Gosling
I don’t know about you but I’m really not happy about that tooth sculpture photo being the first thing you see when you come to this blog. My five or six loyal readers deserve better than that.
So that is why I’m going to start a new weekly tradition called Friday Eye Candy. I’m not at all taking credit for this idea. This is something I’ve seen on several blogs and I thought that it would be fun to play along.
And who doesn’t like to look at cute celebrities?
To kick off this Friday Eye Candy, I’d like to show you some new pictures of Ryan Gosling (surprise, surprise) that showed up on the internet this week. He is still on the set of All Good Things with co-star/canoodling partner Kirsten Dunst. I’m still a little mad at him because of the makeout rumors and so I came really close to not posting about him.
Yes, I’m having a pretend tiff with my pretend celebrity boyfriend. Do you have a problem with that?
Anyway, to prove a point to Ryan, I was going to put up this phenomenal video of James McAvoy (don’t worry I’ll be posting that next week), but the more I looked (and looked and looked) at these photos I knew that I had no choice but to post them.
Enjoy!
Looking oh so debonair!
The man has the power to make holding an umbrella sexy!
I just have no words for the next three except OH MY GOODNESS he is so HOT!!!
For the record:
- These pics came from RyanGoslingOnline.com
- My favorite shot is definitely the last one.
- I don’t condone smoking in any way, shape or form. Even by the sexiest man alive (Did you hear that People magazine?). Please, please, PLEASE lose the cigarettes, Ryan.
- Although I usually prefer him with his beard, I’ll make an exception for these pictures.
Which one is your favorite?
If you would like to play along with Friday Eye Candy, consider yourself tagged. Of course you don’t have to post about Ryan. (He’s taken!!!!!) Pick anyone on your laminated list and leave me a comment to let me know that you played along. I’ll add your link to this post.
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