July 31, 2013

WIN EVERYDAY with Purex giveaway!!

O MY GOODNESS!! Purex is holding a contest! 31 Days of Fun! You can have a chance everyday in August to win a prize. Here is the calendar and what they are offering everyday to win!


To celebrate the everyday low price of Purex at Walmart, Purex is giving away $10,000 in prizes! Like them to be able to enter every day for 31 days! 


GO HERE to like Purex on Facebook!

Go HERE to enter the sweepstakes!

My 4 favorite prizes that I really hope to win are on the 19th, 20th, 29th and 30th. With 6 kids at home each one of those would be super cool to win! Personally, dont tell my kids, but I would love to win the PS4!!




Here is my giveaway! Purex is allowing me to giveaway a $10 Amazon.com e-gift card! Purex will email the winner the code. Good luck!


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Coupon Giveaway!



My facebook page hit 500 likes! To thank all of you for liking my facebook page and my blog, I am hosting a coupon giveaway! 

The winner will get an envelope full of coupons. I will tell you that there are 2 coupons for free items in it already! The winner will also have the opportunity to tell me what coupons they need or want and if I have them, I will include them! 

Coupons in above picture are stock photos and are not actual coupons included in envelope.


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July 30, 2013

Got kids? Best keyboard I've seen!

We have gone through 5 keyboards and probably 5 mouse's over the past year with our one computer alone. Most of the damage has been caused by 2, too smart for their own good, 5 year olds! Most of the keyboard issues have been fluid and the mouse, well we just wont go into that! 

I was looking around this cool gadgets site, ANKAKA, and found this:



Silicone PC Keyboard!!


Perfect for the family that has issues with keyboards, like mine! Here are the details:

Flexible Silicone Rubber PC Keyboard - Compact and flexible - can be rolled up!

Low priced and incredibly flexible, PC keyboard made completely from quality silicon rubber. The ultimate in portable and durable, this is a key board that can go anywhere you go, take extraordinary amounts of abuse, and still work perfectly. This standard QWERTY keyboard is plug and play with Microsoft Windows OS and works just like a normal computer keyboard.

Highlights...

  • Compact and flexible - can be rolled up!
  • Solid, yet comfortable feeling
  • Extremely durable

China Manufacturer Specifications
  • Full-Sized Flexible Keyboard
  • Flexible All Silicone Rubber
  • Plug-and-Play, no installation needed
  • 109 Keys/Button
  • Standard QWERTY layout
  • USB or PS/2 OUT
  • Systems: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista (32 bit version only)
  • Power Source: direct from USB or PS/2 Port

Notes from Manufacturer
  • Virtually Indestructible
    - Washable
    - Dustproof
    - Mildew and Water resistant

The best part of all is the price! $5.23!!! AND you can order in quantity since it is a wholesale site! The more you order, they less they cost.`ju Im trying to convince my husband to let me buy a few to keep on hand. So far, no go but Im going to keep trying!

You can check out ANKAKA HERE.

All of my opinions are as always, my own! 

July 29, 2013

Dog Days of Summer Giveaway

Dog Days of Summer $200 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway 7/29 - 8/19

Hosted by: One Punky Mama Co-Hosted by: Java John Z's

One lucky winner will win (1) $200 Amazon Gift Code
Details: - US Only - Ages 18+ - Date July 29 12:01am to August 19 11:59pm - All entries are optional
Disclosure: Debras Random Rambles is not responsible for prize. If you have any question please send an email to nicole@onepunkymama.com. All entries are optional, if you do any of the tasks you can collect the entries, but if the winner task is a task you did not complete, a second winner will be chosen.
Good luck to all who enter! ~debra of Debras Random Rambles~

Black flies be gone!

Living in Central Maine black flies are the norm. No matter if you are in city limits or in the country or woods. But just because we are Mainers, its doesn't mean we like them! Not all of us are backwoods and love all types of nature. Personally, I like them dead! But since I have a "everything deserves to live" daughter, I scoured Pintrest to see what I could find to help keep these annoying things away. 

I came across alot of posts about baggies, water and pennies. So I showed my daughter and got her approval to try. Apparently it just does some kind of reflection thing and scares the flies away.  

We took 2 ziplock baggies, filled them 1/2 way with water and put 5 pennies in each one and zipped them shut. We hung them up outside the front and back door. 


You cant really see the pennies but they are there.

Heres hoping it works. We are only on day 3 so if it doesnt work,
 Im sure you will see another post with another try!

July 28, 2013

CVS for Beginners 7/28

CVS for Beginners 7/28

CVS Shopping Scenarios and Coupon Matchups

CVS shopping scenariosIf you are just entering the world of couponing, welcome! I really hope this article helps you! You can start first by familiarizing yourself with the How to Coupon at CVS post. (it will open in a new window) Lots of great info there that will help you save big! These coupon matchups and shopping scenarios were created so that ANYONE can go to the store, grab a Sunday Newspaper, and get these deals. Easy breezy! You don't need coupons from last week, or 3 months ago. JUST THIS WEEKS COUPON INSERTS There are some printable coupons that will sweeten your deals, but if you can't print, that's ok too!

CVS Coupon Match-Ups For Beginners (7/28 - 8/03)

  • Dawn Dish Liquid - $.99 $.50/1 Dawn 7/31 P&G Insert Final $.49 each
  • Herbal Essence or Aussie Hair Care - 2/$5 BOGO Herbal Essence 7/28 P&G insert Get back $1 ECB wyb 2 (limit 1) Final $.75 each wyb 2
  • Oral-B Cross-Action Power Brush or Refills - $5.99 $3/1 Oral B Brush Heads or Battery Powered Brush 7/28 P&G insert Get back $2 ECB (limit 2) Final $.99 each
  • Stayfree Maxis 14-24ct. - $2.99 $1/1 Stayfree coupon 7/28 Smart Source insert or $.50/1 Stayfree Printable or $1/1 Stayfree Printable Get back $1 ECB (limit 1) Final as low as $.99 each
  • Schick Hydro Silk, 3 or 5 Razor or Refills - $9.49 $2/1 Schick 7/28 Smart Source insert or $4/1 Schick Printable Get back $4 ECB (limit 1) Final as low as $1.49
  • Revlon Cosmetics - prices vary $2/1 Revlon Cosmetic item 7/28 Smart Source insert $1/1 Revlon Cosmetic Item 7/28 Smart Source insert $2/1 Revlon Foundation or Powder Printable $1/1 Revlon Colorstay Lipstick Printable STACK with any CVS cosmetic prints you may get from the red machine Get back $4 wys $10 (limit 6) *Please note, you will get back $4 ECB when you spend $10 in Revlon as your subtotal before the coupon deductions! When stacking coupons, you can use 1 manufacturer coupon AND one store coupon on one single item*
  • Kellogg's Pop Tarts - $1.69 $1/3 Kelloggs from 7/28 Red plum insert $1/3 Kelloggs Printable Final $1.36 each wyb 3
  • Twizzlers or Jolly Ranchers - 3/$6 $1/3 Twizzlers Or Jolly Ranchers 7/28 Smart Source insert *You may get a $2/3 coupon in your paper this week!* Final $1.33 each wyb 3
  • All Liquid Laundry Detergent - $3.99 $.75/1 All Detergent 7/28 Red plum insert Get back $1 ECB (limit 1) Final $2.24
  • Kellogg's Raisin Bran, Froot Loops or Apple Jacks Cereal - $1.99 $1/3 Kelloggs 7/28 Red Plum insert or $.50/1 Apple Jacks Printable

ECB Deal: Get $3 ECB wyb $10 of selected products listed below (limit 1)

  • Ragu Pasta Sauce - $1.67 $.60/2 Ragu 7/28 Red Plum Insert
  • Skippy Peanut Butter - $2.50 $.75/2 Skippy Smart Source insert
  • Lipton Tea Bags - $3.00 $.40/1 Lipton 7/28 Red Plum insert
  • Hellman's Mayonnaise - $2.99 $.60/1 Hellman's 7/28 Red Plum Insert

Get $5 ECB wyb $20 of selected Products listed below (limit 1)

Please visit Xtreme Qpon to see the full list of CVS Shopping Scenarios for Beginners and get a detailed transaction list so you can get the best deals for the least amount of money out of pocket! Yay!

  ~CVS in my area closed so I am unable to take part, but I hope you can! Debra from Debras Random Rambles~

el's Cheddar Medleys review




I was recently sent a bag of el's cheddar Medleys to try. OMGoh! Yummy! It even passed my 5 year old twins personal review! Considering how picky they are, thats a full compliment! The snacks are gluten free and there is a variety to choose from. Here is a bit about the company and the products.
WHAT IS GLUTEN?????

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye and sometimes oats, and it can interfere with your ability to absorb necessary nutrients from food. People with Celiac really need to avoid gluten, but a lot of other people are choosing to avoid gluten as well.

WHAT IS CELIAC'S

Celiac's cause is unknown and may show up at any age. It  is an autoimmune disorder of the small intestine that occurs ingenetically predisposed people of all ages from middle infancy onward. Symptoms include pain and discomfort in the digestive tract, chronic constipation and diarrhoeafailure to thrive (in children), and fatigue, but these may be absent, and symptoms in other organ systems have been described. Vitamin deficiencies are often noted in people with coeliac disease owing to the reduced ability of the small intestine to properly absorb nutrients from food. It can result in osteoporosis, thyroid disease, infertility and cancer. It's important to know that Celiac is a disease, not a food allergy, and ought to be treated as such.

Others, who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome or symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating and gas, often find relief when avoiding gluten. Even people who are depressed or moody may feel significant relief when eliminating gluten from their diet.

You can buy off el's kitchen homepage,
or

July 27, 2013

Sam Dickinson Review



I love Soul and Jazz music. I would rather hang out in a Jazz and Blues place than a club with pounding music. My dad was a big influencer in my music choices. I grew up listening to music of the 20's, 30's, 40's and 50's. I love the beat the sway and the meaning behind the words. Back then music came from the heart and it ment something to people. Now, to me, music has seemed to have lost something. There's alot of sex, violence and illegal things that are glorified and sung about and sometimes you cant understand what your listening to. 

I was given the chance to review the music of Sam Dickinson. He is a 25 year old from Newcastle Upon Tyne who sings Soul.



It takes alot to impress me. I thought "just another wanna be". But as I started listening, I was surprised. Happily so. As soon as he started to sing I was reminded of a Blues Club I had been to in New York City. You can feel the words, not just hear them. You can sense that the words and the rythym are coming from within and are not just words off paper. Take a listen!


Good, right???? I think it, as we say in Maine, is wicked good!

Have another listen, and look.



You can follow Sam online at: Sam Dickinson on Facebook
and/or

Here is the link to the webpage: Sam Dickinson online

And a link to more of his music: More Sam Dickinson music

July 25, 2013

redesigning

Good afternoon!

 I am in the process of redesigning the blog so please be patient. 

It could take all day today 7/25/2013.

July 24, 2013

2ND BLOGGER OPP!


Sign-up and offer your readers the chance to win a Keep Calm Candle ($28ARV)! Winner gets to choose their scent. Open to US and Canadian residents. Run Dates: August 19th through September 2nd, Sign-ups close on August 17th. 

Bloggers!
Receive 2 free links w/Announcement post for posting and promoting this giveaway or pay small fee.
2 additional links are available for a small fee.

Co-Host Referral Program!
The Blogger to refer the most sign-ups will receive 2 additional links as well as 2 follow pages.
If we can recruit enough bloggers, additional Co-Host spots may be open for $5 and include the same as stated above. 

SIGN UP HERE!
MAKE SURE TO TELL THEM DEBRA DAIGLE SENT YOU!

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We're excited to announce a fabulous giveaway for 25 Whole Coupon Inserts Giveaway!

Giveaway scheduled to start 8/1/2013 and end 8/7/2013.

Open to US residents only.

Grab announcement post here or pay $5 for non post. 

Co-host $5 (4 links, host page, link on giveaway)

Daily Comment on Non Giveaway Post $3 each.

Additional Links $1 each (3 max) No Google+ or GFC

Send payment via PayPal GIFT to simplysoutherncouponers@gmail.com

Referral Prize: Free Co-host spot!

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N4You Soaps Review and Giveaway!

N4You Soaps Giveaway!

Hosted by More Than Mommy

N4You Soaps are all natural and handmade. They are vegan friendly and there is something for everyone here! Soaps, lotions, lip balm, candles and more!

Renae from More Than Mommy got the chance to review several items from N4You Soaps. The review was absolutely positive, and you can read the entire review HERE.


One lucky winner is going to get:
4 bars of soap, one 8 oz. bottle of handmade lotion, one 4 oz. bottle of organic bug spray, and one 16 oz. scented soy candle! They are all packaged up in a nice basket with a loofah and a handmade wooden soap dish and will be shipped to your door! Does it get any better than that?

From now until August 31, you can use the coupon code MTMJuly2013 to get 20% off of your ENTIRE order!

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Many people are getting a FREE outfit just for signing up!

I did!

Awesome clothing for women and children! Boys items coming in the Fall!

Wine Maps ATTN: Wine drinkers


ATTENTION WINE DRINKERS!!!!



My friends and followers, I have the site for you! If you like, or even love, to drink wine, this site is for you! Whether your traveling locally or internationally, you can find events, wine bars and vineyards all over the world!

WineMaps.com is an interactive travel map that allows consumers to discover, learn and interact with wineries, vineyards, wine bars and events around the world. Using your phone, You can look for the nearest WineMaps locations, check in to wineries, write reviews and post them to your social networks or map out your own wine tour.
You can plan a vacation to the vineyards in Mendocino, discover wineries in Greece, and choose which wine bar to go to in the city or find a wine-related event you should attend. 

You find the area on the map you are interested in or traveling. Click on the large numbered circles to zone in on that area. 



All of the vineyards and such are then displayed with little wine glasses. You click on the glasses for more information. 

If you know of a location not on the map, just let them know about the site and they can sign up to be included on it. Its easy!
You can sign up for their newsletter here.

The founder of WineMaps, Ryan Ornelas, is a Stay at Home Dad of 3yr old Holden, 1yr old Liam and a loving wife, who spends his late hours building WineMaps.com. You can read an interview with Ryan Ornelas here


Visit WineMaps here

July 23, 2013

CARD.COM Review

CARD.COM


 I do not have a checking account. I will probably never have one. I honestly don't trust banks and their fees. I recently looked at my husbands bank information on fees and, OMG! They ranged from $5 to $45! That adds up! I'm always worried about overdrafts and extra fees with that too. Someone can get in really deep if they accidentally bounce one check! One can lead to 2 or 3 or more and if your fee is $25 per check, you can easily go $100 in the negative! It could take a week or more to get out of that hole! With credit history and bank information being important to credit scores and credit reports, a bounced check could cause more problems than some may think.

Thats why I like pre-paid debit cards. No over draft fee's. No late fees, no bounced checks. .

At cards.com you can choose any design! They have TV shows, cartoons, and states, as well as countries. Like Star Trek? Here you go!




 Our family is HUGE on The Walking Dead. So of course, that's the card I chose!


It was easy to apply and I got an answer in less than a min. Since its pre paid, the money is your own, they don't deny you. They do not run a credit check. They only verify your identity information with a national database. This is not a credit check. It is only something they are required to do to comply with the PATRIOT Act.

You can link your Pay Pal to your card!

You can reload your card with MoneyPak or you can have direct deposit! 


All  transactions are fully FDIC insured through The Bancorp Bank; Member FDIC. They are also protected with Visa’s zero liability policy, and are PCI Certified for data security and privacy. You receive the same level of security as you would get with a bank.

There is a monthly maintenance fee of $5.95 per month. But this is waived when you load at least $800  in the previous 30 days with direct deposit.

I got approved and about 1 week later, I had my card in hand. The card came on a neat card that had all the information I needed to activate and to set up direct deposit. Activation was simple! It took about 3 min to set it up and be ready to use. Easy Peasy!!

July 22, 2013

Search and Buy "On In Beauty" iPad Mini Giveaway



 With seven kids and a busy lifestyle, I need all the beauty help I can get.  I'd love to roll back the clock and bring back the tone and texture of younger looking skin. Now I can with the new On In Beauty Beauty System. On In Beauty is a revolutionary new skincare system consisting of a nourishing topical cream and a naturally sourced dietary supplement that works on the outside and inside. 




On In Beauty is clinically proven to improve skin hydration, elasticity and UV protection in just 2 weeks.  It uses lutein, a natural antioxidant, sourced from marigolds which achieves fast absorption into skin cells to reduce wrinkles and fine lines.


Take a peek at the Beauty Breakthrough

 
Purchase On In Beauty
Reduce photochemical damage from the harsh summer rays with clinically proven skin care working ON your skin and IN your skin.  On In Beauty is now available at select Vitamin World stores.  Not all stores carry On In Beauty yet.  However, check out our search and buy contest below for your chance to win an iPad mini!  Simply click here to find your local Vitamin World Store and let us know in the entry form below if you purchase On In Beauty at Vitamin World as you will gain 10 bonus entries to the contest. 

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We are excited to join The Freebie Junkie and bring you this great event sponsored by On In Beauty

One lucky winner will be chosen at random from all valid entries to receive a 16GB iPad Mini (Wi-Fi) valued at $329!  Complete the tasks on the Rafflecopter form below.  All entrants must complete the mandatory entry to be eligible to win!  Good Luck!

Open to US residents only
Giveaway Ends Sunday August 25th @ 11:59pm EST




~Debras Random Rambles is not responsible for prize fufillment or shipment. The sponsor will ship. Good luck!~

July 21, 2013

Traverse Bay Farms Fruit Salsa Review and Giveaway


Our family loves to watch movies. We love to snack when we watch them. One of our favorite things is chips and salsa.  I was given the opportunity to review Traverse Bay Farms salsa, and I jumped on it! We love to eat, cook and make salsa. 

Here is a bit of background on them. This is an excerpt taken from their website:

Traverse Bay Farms was started by Jennifer LaPointe, a stay-at-home mom who was looking for a better way to encourage her family to eat healthier in spite of a busy schedule. She frequently visited local farm markets to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables. During these visits, Jennifer discovered the many amazing health benefits of fruit for all generations. The idea of starting a gourmet fruit business based on healthy living and convenience took root. Traverse Bay Farms was born.

Backed by passion and the desire to offer a varied line of fruit-based products, her new company rapidly grew to offer the broadest selection of gourmet fruit and functional fruit products in the industry.

Traverse Bay Farms was the first company to offer convenient automatic monthly delivery of cherry juice concentrate, dried fruit and fruit supplements. Fruit Advantage (owned by Traverse Bay Farms) was the first brand created to offer a complete line of dietary supplements based solely on the antioxidant benefits of fruit.

The company is currently driven by Jennifer to be a leader in the “Fruit for a Healthy You” movement. It continues to offer innovative and exciting health products based on combining the antioxidant-rich benefits of fruit with the convenience required by today’s lifestyles.


They also have an eco-friendly policy. Here is another excerpt taken from their site:

Traverse Bay Farms is committed to “Going Green.”. Since our inception in 2001, we have been committed to “Going Green.” The core concept of our Green policy is to operate our business is an eco-friendly way, purchase local fruit, when possible, from local farmers to support local agriculture and recycle whenever possible.


Here are a few examples of their commitment to “Going Green”

~When possible, purchase local produce to produce our gourmet fruit products.
~100% of usable cardboard material is recycled.
~Ongoing support of eco-friendly and “green organizations and events”
~We support and attend an eco-friendly events located in 
Hollywood Hills, CA, during the Academy Awards season.
~When applicable, use high-efficient, low energy bulbs, turn off lights
 when not in use, use smart power strips for our computers, 
copies, etc. in our warehouse and office location. 
~When possible, our employees ride bikes and walk to work to save on 
carbon emissions and gasoline usage.

Traverse Bay Farms also won 7 Scovie Awards at the 2011 Scovie Competition. In total, they took home 5 awards for their salsas and two for their fruit-based BBQ sauces.

I was so lucky to have been sent 2 jars of salsa, of my choosing, to taste and review. OMGosh they are good!!! I was sent the Pineapple and the Peach. They are both Medium flavor. The consistency is just right. It seems to be a little thinner than some salsas but that's ok. The chunks are perfectly small enough to get a bit of everything in every bite. 


The yummy goodness in these jars in unbelievable!


Honestly the Peach is my favorite! The slight sweet aftertaste blends with the mild flavor that just implodes in your mouth! 
The Pineapple, leaves a taste first and then the mildness hits and yummy on the tongue!

 My husband was shocked that it tasted so good. He usually buys a jar salsa that costs about $9.00 and he was shocked to hear that these were only $6.95 a jar! When we are finished with these jars, I'm positive that we will be buying more. 


They dont just have salsa. They also have:


Dried Fruit
Superfruit Suppliments

Chocolate Covered Fruits

VISIT THEIR WEBSITE HERE




Now the best part of this review! THE GIVEAWAY!!!! 2 lucky readers of my blog will each win 2 jars of salsa! When the contest is over, I will email the winners and they will have 24 hours to contact me back or another winner will be chosen. Good Luck!!!!!


 ~Debras Random Rambles is not responsible for the shipment or redeement of the prizes. The sponsor will ship to the winners. I was given 2 jars of salsa for my honest review. All of the opinions I have expressed are my own.~

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