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September 13, 2014 · 1:10 am

Print Money Saving Coupons & Help Believe In Heroes® Raise Funds To Support Wounded Warriors!!! #BelieveinHeroes

My father served our country proudly in the Navy during World War II, my oldest brother was a Captain in the Army during the Vietnam War and my other 2 brothers served in the United States Coast Guard. My uncles, cousins and other family members also served our country proudly in different branches of the military. I have nephews who are active members of the military and have already served several tours in Afghanistan and Iraq.

My friend’s husband served several tours in Iraq and Afghanistan but has suffered terribly with PTSD. They have 2 young children and the trials they face due to his severe PTSD are so stressful. Numerous hospitalizations, the need for help in the home to assist when her husband has an episode prevent them from doing many things families take for granted. Seeing what she has to go through has really shown me the reality of PTSD and how it affects our veterans. It is one of the reasons why I was happy to participate in the Believe in Heroes® Campaign.

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Believe in Heroes® was established in 2010 to bring grocery retailers, trusted brands, and shoppers together to raise funds for WWP, a non-profit organization whose mission is to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. Most veterans face challenges as they transition back into civilian life, and today’s wounded veterans are meeting extraordinary obstacles including, the physical injuries as well as invisible ones, like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It’s time for EVERYONE to take part in ensuring our injured service members are well taken care of. The campaign has generated $16 million for WWP to date and has helped enable the expansion of its critical veteran programs that now directly serve more than 40,000 injured service members.

Want to help? You can easily help Believe in Heroes® raise funds to help our Wounded Warriors while doing something you do anyway, grocery shopping. You can download over $25 in coupon savings HERE. Coupons are available through 11/30/14 or while supplies last. For more information on the campaign and how/where to shop click HERE

You can also show your support by purchasing Believe in Heroes® merchandise in stores or online HERE .

I am participating in the 2014 Believe in Heroes Blogger Campaign. Although I was compensated for this post all of my words and views are 100% my own. #BelieveInHeroes

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August 13, 2014 · 3:21 pm

REACT Sidekick Sends Widespread Alerts With Just One Press–Show Your Support on Kickstarter!!!

At Mommy Ramblings we are truly inspired by creative minds taking their vision to the next level. KickStarter has made it easier for inventors to bring their creative project to life. Robb Monkman is one of those creative minds using KickStarter to fund his React Sidekick device. This Sidekick is transforming the way people call for help in an emergency. If you’ve ever worried about your safety or the safety of a loved one, you are going to be excited about the React Sidekick, a low energy Bluetooth device that pairs with our free app putting security within reach when it counts. React Mobile app was launched over a year ago and development on that software has not ceased, it soon became clear that the app alone was not enough.

The React Sidekick gives individuals peace of mind that is right at their fingertips without having to reach for or find thier phone, unlock and make a call. The Sidekick button sends out a wide spread alert with just one press. When someone clicks the React Sidekick, their trusted contacts will receive an emergency alert email and text message letting them know where you are and that you need help. The Sidekick can also be set to post emergency alerts on Facebook and Twitter. As the mom of a daughter who lives an active life and runs and bikes in NYC, believe me this is great news!

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The React Sidekick’s modular, gender neutral design makes it accessible to anyone. The React Sidekick is perfect for those with an active lifestyle, and brings peace of mind when: Running alone, walking through parking lots, meeting new clients and dating. With the React Sidekick, you can easily alert a wide network whenever your phone is out of reach and the button can be worn on a clip or keychain carabiner. This device is also a great tool to give to children and teens so they can easily call for help in an emergency. Show your support and learn more about the React Sidekick on KickStarter!!!

React Sidekick Collage

React Sidekick Features

Small modular design that easily clips onto clothing
Compatibility: Apple iOS 7.0 or later of iPhone 4S, 5, 5S, 5C, iPad 3rd and 4th Generation, iPad Mini, and iPad Air iPodTouch 5th Generation or Later
Panic button pairs with the React Mobile app when in range of a user’s phone
Frequency Range: ISM Band 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth Version: BT 4.0 Low Energy
Active Range: 0–30ft / 10 to 30m
1+ Year Battery Life
Suggested MSRP $49.99, the React Mobile app is free for users in the Apple iTunes and Google Play stores

Learn more about the React Mobile safety app here: www.reactmobile.com and you can follow on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates!

React Team

Robb Monkman, CEO and Co-Founder

Leads React’s product development, branding initiatives, and sales.
Decade+ of marketing and management experience at multiple software start-ups.
Served as the Marketing Director for a company specializing in emergency communications software.
Experience launching multiple products.

Rob Bangerter

Hardware Product Lead—COO

Leads React’s hardware development and company operations.
Highly successful track record helping organizations build the operations side of the business into world-class structures to support growth. Deep expertise in the consumer products industry from concept to market.
Part of team that created world’s first app-enabled game accessory for the iPad.

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July 28, 2014 · 11:00 pm

Schoola Helps Schools In Need When You Buy or Donate Kid’s Clothes!!! #clothes4schools

Are you back to school shopping for your children? Maybe going through clothing they have outgrown, wondering what to do with it all? If you are, you may be interested to know how Schoola can help you and your child’s school. Schoola is an online shop dedicated to recycling brand-name children’s clothing, with 40% of the proceeds going to schools in need. The innovative new program – which saves parents money and gives back at the same time – has been heralded by Fox News, the LA Times, Forbes and Parenting Magazine.

Mommy Ramblings was selected to participate in a special campaign called “20 Days of Schoola” Adopt-a-School. Mommy Ramblings was given of choice of 3 deserving schools and it was hard to choose, but we selected a small school in the Bronx called KIPP Academy. KIPP Academy has a goal to raise $25,000 to fund a music program. KIPP Academy works hard to support kids who need all the help they can get. Ninety-five percent of its students qualify for free or reduced-cost lunch. More than one in seven receives special education services. Music helps KIPP Academy reach and engage every child who enters its doors. The slogan on the Music Room wall sets the stage—All of Us Will Learn Music. No matter what backgrounds they come from or what challenges they face, they learn lessons together that will serve them the rest of their lives.For more about Kipp Academy and how Schoola helps schools in need watch the video below.

I was blessed growing up to be able to go to a school that had the funding to offer all kinds of great in school and after school programs for students. Sadly many schools today cannot offer as much to students and so students are denied the opportunity to participate in art, music and sports programs that can stimulate and nurture natural or learned talent.

My older children were also able to participate in programs like I was and their school years were enriched with music lessons, great art programs, sports programs, extra curricular programs and more. My younger children who are just entering school are also able to do the same, but many schools have been impacted by lack of funding and have had to cut programs like music, art and sports.

You Can Help

You can shop on Schoola for back-to-school clothing, even clothing new with tags and for every transaction that is processed by going through this link, Schoola will donate $1 to KIPP Academy. That’s not all, everyone that requests a donation bag through the same link will help too because Schoola will donate $1 for every requested bag to Kipp Academy. Perhaps the best part is, if you send in a donation bag of clothing, you can fill out the name of a school you support and for every $5 in sales, Schoola will donate $2 to the school you selected!!! That’s a real win-win for Kipp Academy and the school of your choice!!! You can follow Schoola on Twitter and Facebook to keep up to date on all the latest happenings.

This post is brought to you by Schoola, the best place to buy discounted kids clothes all while give back to schools in need.Click here to learn more about Schoola.Click here to see what people are saying.