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July 19, 2015 · 1:19 am

Dannon Light & Fit Tiramisu Flavored Greek Yogurt Helps Me Fight The Urge To Splurge–#IHeartTiramisu

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Dannon. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. All views and opinions are my own, and do not necessarily represent those of Dannon.”Dannon Light & Fit Greek Tiramisu Yogurt

I have to admit, I have a sweet tooth, maybe a couple of them. I often find myself craving a sweet dessert or late night snack and I don’t want to be eating something laden with sugar and calories late at night.  I recently discovered Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt and it’s full of all the creamy, sweet, delicious flavor I am craving and none of the guilt.  This custard like yogurt has only 80 calories and it great for breakfast, lunch and snacks.  Anytime you need a little something sweet but don’t want to sideline your diet with a massive intake of empty calories, Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt is the answer.

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I have been eating this dessert flavor yogurt for breakfast and snacks and I am enjoying the satisfying, rich flavor without feeling bad or beating myself up for consuming loads of sugar or calories.  This yogurt leaves me feeling full and gives me the energy I need with 12 grams of protein to keep going through my busy day.

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I love that it only has 80 calories and 0% fat in each 5.3 oz container.  For the times you are craving something sweet or heading toward less healthy snacks,Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt can help you fight the urge to splurge on empty calories.

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It really leaves me satisfied not like I’m missing something, in fact, it’s just the opposite, I feel like I should feel guilty, but I don’t have to! Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt makes it deliciously easy for me to maintain a healthy lifestyle.Light-Fit-Greek-Tiramisu-Infographic

Let me know if you have tried Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt.  If you have, let me know what you think in the comments. You can stay in the loop with Dannon on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube and the Light & Fit Facebook Page.

 


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August 4, 2014 · 10:56 pm

Sprint Sound Session With The HTC One & Jermaine Paul!!! #SprintMusic, #SprintMom

“I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Sprint Sound Session. I received a sample of the HTC One to facilitate this review and a promotional item to thank me for participating.”

Mommy Ramblings was so pleased to be invited to a Sprint Sound Session Event in NYC a few weeks ago.  The Event was held in Manhattan at the elegant Lambs Club which is right in Times Square.

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Once inside we were greeted greeted by representatives of Mom Central who directed us to the event room and outdoor patio where we were introduced to reps from Sprint and HTC  while enjoying delicious appetizers and drinks.

 

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The conversation was bright, welcoming, and informative focusing on the HTC One M8 Harman Kardon Edition phone. The HTC representative demonstrated the fabulous features of the limited edition phone.  He explained that the phone has dual frontal stereo speakers with built-in amplifiers and exclusive Harman Kardon AE-S headphones with extended bass response.  The phone features Clari-Fi which is a  revolutionary Harman technology that restores all types of compressed digital music and “rebuilds” what was lost in compression. Clari-Fi gives new life to compressed media files. Music simply sounds better!

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The HTC One M8 gives you the ability to take truly stunning portrait photography and pictures with unique, fun and creative special effects. In a smartphone first, HTC’s Duo Camera features a dual lens that captures depth of field information and provides an entirely new set of editing tools. After taking a photo, the UFocus capability uses the depth information collected by the dual lens camera to give you professional-looking portraits. Great for bloggers who are always taking pictures!

We then had a wonderful lunch followed by the Sprint and HTC representatives introducing their partnerships and exciting products available through Sprint, including Spotify, and the Harman Kardon sound package.  The event ended with a performance by Jermaine Paul, season 2 winner of The Voice.  Jermaine performed 3 songs which were awesome and ended with a photo and signing session.  It was a very well put together event.

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Sprint Sound Sessions is a  premium package of music and privileges for Sprint customers and includes:

  • Spotify – Sprint is giving customers access to Spotify’s catalogue of more than 20 million songs. Spotify allows users to play music on demand, create playlists, discover new music, share tracks with their friends, listen to songs offline, and listen to music without ads across multiple devices.
  • Sprint Music Plus – Sprint’s official music store and player for music tracks, albums, ringtones and ringback tones.
  • Music Live – an immersive and interactive experience that is continuously updated with the latest music news, current hits, new music and featured services. The “always-on” live experience enables customers to discover and engage with services that include Spotify, Music News Feed, Top Songs, NextRadio (FM Radio) – Music Downloads, Ringback Tones, Ringtones and ID-a-Song services.
  • NextRadio – an application for listening to local FM broadcasts on customers’ smartphones.

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Sprint Sound Sessions is the ultimate choice for customers who want a more complete and active music experience.  If music is something you take seriously then you will want Sprint for you  wireless provider.  There are even discounted Spotify plans for Sprint Framily Plan members beginning with a 6 month free premium membership and then paying only $5-$8 a month depending on family size.

We take our music very seriously so we are really impressed with this phone.  The phone also included  a set of Harman/Kardon ear buds at a value of $149 complete with volume, play/pause buttons, we just love these!  The styling of the phone is super sharp with its black finish accented with champagne gold.  Just by looking at the phone you know it’s special!  We love all the features but the sound quality is one of the best!  Truly a dream come true for music lovers!

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July 11, 2014 · 11:26 pm

Keep Momming™

“I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for Shire. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.”

Raising a child at any age is challenging, and when it comes to mothers and daughters, the dynamic can be even more complex. What some may dismiss as “typical tween girl behavior” can sometimes be symptoms of something more serious. Research suggests that girls are more likely than boys to report having mostly inattentive Attention- Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms. Since inattentive symptoms can be less noticeable than hyperactive and impulsive symptoms, it is important that moms know what to look for.

That’s why I’m pleased to be joining Shire, CHADD and Holly Robinson Peete to announce the launch of keep momming, a new public service initiative geared towards the moms of tween girls to raise awareness of ADHD.

The campaign is anchored within a new digital hub, KeepMomming.com, where you’ll find tips, tools and other go-to resources for moms, including a checklist to help recognize the symptoms of ADHD – inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity – and then encourages moms to talk to their daughter’s doctor. The keep momming initiative can help moms learn about ADHD and provide ideas on how to spark a conversation and stay connected with their tween.

Check out Holly’s message about how she keeps momming http://goo.gl/MR8HL2, and don’t forget to visit KeepMomming.com.


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May 9, 2014 · 7:31 pm

State Farm Neighborhood Assist Needs Your Help To Help Others!!!

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I have always put great value on the importance of giving back in our own community. Whether it’s joining a local group that plants flowers in town or volunteering as a scout leader, sports coach or to help with a neighborhood litter pluck, it’s a great feeling to take part in something that impacts the community.

I have been a scout leader, headed local volunteer organizations and understand the importance of giving back.  Our community is dependant on individuals to give their time for the betterment of our neighborhoods and towns.  I consider myself lucky to live in a place where people are willing to volunteer in an effort to assist others, beautify our towns and teach new skills.

 

As a mom, I know that we are an example to our children.  I have always encouraged my children to volunteer and give back  to the community as well.  My oldest daughter has volunteered at blood drives and has been a youth leadership ambassador and leader since her early teens.  She is graduating with honors with her Masters degree in May with numerous awards and one is the university’s public service award.  It makes me proud as a mom to see that my children are a positive influence on others.

State Farm Neighborhood Assist is a life-changing program that helps empower communities and the people who live there…by awarding grants of $25,000 to 40 deserving projects!

Communities across the United States and Canada answered the call from State Farm to help create a positive impact in their community and submitted 4,000 causes as part of this year’s State Farm Neighborhood Assist. Now the top 200 causes have been selected by the State  and they need your “assist” to help vote them into the top 40.

State Farm Neighborhood Assist awards desperately needed grants to the top 40 deserving programs determined by your votes!  Please vote by visiting their page and casting your vote for your favorite State Farm Neighborhood Assist programs — you can show your support up to 10 times each day!  Hurry because voting ends May 16th!

You can learn more by visiting the State Farm Neighborhood Assist Website HERE!

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of MomCentral Consulting for State Farm. I received a promotional item to thank me for participating.”


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March 26, 2014 · 6:24 pm

See The Hottest Spring Trends on Kohl’s Spring Fashion Google Hangout!!! #SpringAtKohls

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Kohl’s is my go to department store.  I love the brands they carry, the low prices and the super Kohl’s sales and stackable coupon codes they offer.  Whether I am shopping online or in store I know I am getting the best prices on high quality merchandise.

Spring is officially here even though in most parts of the country it still feels like winter.  If you are wondering about new spring fashion trends, styles and colors; Kohl’s has got you covered!  Take a few minutes to check out the video on the Kohl’s Spring Fashion Google Hangout to find out the fashion scoop.

I will give you a hint, pink is red-hot this spring.  Whether you use it as an accent or a bold statement, pinks are what’s in.  I think pairing pink with some of the denim is the perfect way to incorporate it in my wardrobe. I also love these Pink Lauren Conrad Cutout Ballet Flats.

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So check out Kohl’s Spring Fashion Google Hangout and let me know what you think.  What styles and trends appeal to you the most.  Let’s talk spring style together!


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May 13, 2013 · 4:37 pm

Dunkin’ Donuts Has 3 New Flavor of the Season Coffees!!! Try Them Before They’re Gone!!!

 “I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Dunkin’ Donuts. I received a Dunkin’ Donuts Party Kit to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.”

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Coffee, Sweet Treats, Friends, Family and Conversation; what’s not to like?  I had a wonderful opportunity to review some of Dunkin’ Donuts new Flavors of the Season coffees with a party of family and friends recently, and there were even goodie bags for the guests!  A reusable large Dunkin’ Donuts tote, one pound of one of the new Flavors of the Season coffees, a large drink container perfect for ice coffee,ice coffee recipe and coupons would go home with every guest!  We love Dunkin’ Donuts and know how great their coffee is, so we were thrilled to be picked to host this and try the new limited edition flavors.

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I brewed up some of the coconut, strawberry shortcake and triple berry  flavored coffees   Some like it hot and some like it cold, so we made some of each and everyone could customize with cream and sugar and of course some delicious treats to dunk and eat to compliment the delicious beverages.  We all thought the new flavors lend themselves perfectly to refreshing ice coffees but we also think they tasted great as a traditional hot beverage as well.  It just seems like these flavors are a hit either way and makes us a little sad they are only around for a limited time. They did not taste perfumey or artificial but the flavor was genuine and rich without being overpowering. I think my favorite was the strawberry shortcake but the coconut was a close second.  The triple berry is great for ice coffee as it makes a perfect berry cooler type drink that is super satisfying and refreshing on a hot day!

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Our guests loved the coffee, we did a Mother’s Day Coffee Break Theme and everyone agreed the new flavors are really great and is sad they are only available for a limited time.  Favorite flavors were tough because everyone had different tastes but Strawberry Shortcake was a hit with the guests as well as it was with me.  The ice coffee is absolutely delicious and was a huge guest favorite and it was not even a hot day when we did this, in fact we had a bit of a cold snap.

If you are wanting to try the new flavors, they are available now so hurry because they are only here for a limited time!!!  So head out to your grocery store and pick up some Dunkin’ Donuts Triple Berry, Strawberry Shortcake and Coconut Flavored Coffee today!!!  You will be so glad you did!!!

 


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November 23, 2012 · 7:32 pm

Energizer “Power the Creativity” event with Crayola in NYC!!!

We were recently invited to travel into Manhattan for the Energizer “Power the Creativity” event with Crayola.  It was held at Apple Seeds and there was lots of fun to be found.  Ethan and Luke were having a great time getting a sneak peek and test driving lots of cool Crayola toys that were powered with  Energizer Max batteries.  

 

I really liked the Energizer Flamless Wax Candles and Daddy liked hearing all the details of the batteries like the 10 year shelf life.  Energizer Max Batteries have Power Seal Technology that hold their power on the shelf for 10 years which means it is okay to stock up.  The importance of having batteries in reserve is something we know very well as parents.  The worst thing for a child is to get a toy for Christmas and then find out we don’t have the batteries it needs.  We feel good about stocking up with Energizer Max and knowing that they are going to be just as strong even if they are not used right away.  With the holidays upon us, we will certainly be getting our arsenal full with Energizer Max in anticipation of what Santa will be coming down the chimney with.  Energizer is on Facebook so stop by for a visit by clicking HERE!  We had a great time, met some great people from Mom Central, Energizer, and networked and made some new friends with fellow bloggers and their children.  




“I wrote this review while participating in a campaign by MomCentral Consulting on behalf of Energizer. I attended an event and received a promotional item to thank me for my participation.”

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October 9, 2012 · 10:38 pm

Start Right and Start Smart with a Wholesome Breakfast Including Kellogg’s Cereals!!!

I was recently picked to take part in the “Start Simple, Start Right” blog tour by Mom Central for  Kellogg’s.  I will admit we are no strangers to Kellogg’s cereals and buy them regularly.  When I see a box of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes I immediately think of my grandfather who lived healthy and sharp as a tack until he passed away at the age of 101 and a half!  Every morning he started his day with a big bowl of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes and a banana.  He did switch to Kellogg’s Bran Flakes when he was about 97.   Growing up I ate Kellogg’s cereals all the time with Raisin Bran and Rice Krispies some of my favorites.  As a mom, I feel good about my kids starting their day with a bowl of Kellogg’s cereal as part of their breakfast.

For the promotion we received Kellogg’s Corn Flakes, All Bran, Rice Krispies,  Gluten Free Rice Krispies and Raisin Bran.  My five-year old wanted to try the gluten-free Rice Krispies and did not seem to notice any difference.  My three-year old stuck with one of his favorites, Raisin Bran.  My husband had Raisin Bran but likes the All Bran too and my favorites are Corn Flakes with fresh fruit and Raisin Bran.  I like that I can count on Kellogg’s to use simple, wholesome ingredients in their cereals and as a mom that is so important to me.  To watch a series of Seed To Spoon Videos Go HERE!  You can also visit them on Facebook.

 

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March 6, 2012 · 12:27 pm

Global Alliance For Improved Nutrition, FutureFortified Campaign!!!

Have you ever heard of the FutureFortified campaign?  Future Fortified is a campaign of the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN). They help millions of women and children in developing countries get access to the essential nutrients they need to lead healthy, enriched lives. Their goal is to increase access to improved nutrition for 50 million women and children by 2015.

Overview of FutureFortified Campaign:

Good nutrition is something every person in the world needs every single day. We know the best way to get the essential nutrients needed for good health and development is through well-balanced, diverse diet. Yet 2 billion people around the world do not have access to a diverse diet and rely on staple foods and, as a result, are under-nourished.

Given the scope of undernutrition we need to find sustainable, long-term means to improve nutrition, particularly ensuring women and children have access to essential nutrients – vitamins, minerals and essential fats – that are vital for good health and development. In order to do this, Future Fortified and its partners work with businesses, governments and communities to ensure highly nutritious foods and products are not only available through the health system, but also are affordable to low-income families who can purchase these products on an ongoing basis. This is the market-based approach.

By working with companies to improve the quality and affordability of nutritious products, working with communities and organizations to educate families on the importance of good nutrition, specifically for women and children in the 1,000 day “window of opportunity”, and working with governments, we are striving to make better nutrition available at all times and to the majority of people.

 

I was intrigued when I was recently asked to write about the FutureFortified Campaign.  Through Home Nutritional Packets that cost only a few pennies, they provide essential nutrients — including vitamins, minerals, essential fats, and amino acids — also known as micronutrients and macronutrients — are necessary for life.

Home nutrition packets look different according to local nutrient needs and local consumer demand. There are currently over 12 companies that produce home nutrition packets, each with a unique brand for their local market. As this approach is scaled up around the world and innovation in the product continues, we expect to see more local companies producing new brands with new and improved formulations, helping to drive down cost and ensure increased supply.

I feel that these packets will help children get the nutrients they need even when their families are only able to provide one type of local food for their families.  Children everywhere are the future and if there is a way to help them develop to their true potential, then I support that.

If you would like to learn more about the FutureFortified Campaign you can visit their website at futurefortified.org.

You can also find them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter.

“I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central Consulting on behalf Future Fortified. To thank me for my contribution, Mom Central donated $20 to the FutureFortified campaign.”



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