5 helpful tips for holiday tech shopping

Black Friday has just whizzed by and quick at the heels to follow was Cyber Monday and honestly though we do need to shop for a new television (and I'd love to get a new camera), we weren't bold enough to rush our purchasing decisions over the weekend, brave the crowds and buy just because the prices were slashed. Hubby and I have kept a few things in mind for our future 'BIG BUYS' and here are 5 tips from our list that may help you with your holiday tech shopping ...

1. Do your homework: Don't just pick a sales flyer and decide to buy a product just because it falls into your budget. Make sure you research the pros and cons and see if the product really fits all that you want it to do. (Remember you don't have to buy the latest model or a particular brand just because everyone else is buying the same. Buy what suits YOUR need.)
2. Do a little research: Actually do a lot of research. The one setback with tech gadgets is that the return policies on the same are always very stringent. So even if you find that you have a problem with your product after slowly getting used to it a month later you will be stuck with the same for a good long while! Speak to friends who are 'in the know' and check reviews on sites like CNET (I love this site!)
3. Get store loyal: If you have narrowed down the store you plan to shop your tech gadgets from, it sometimes helps to get approved for a 'Store Loyalty Credit Card' as it will give you bigger discounts. Stores like Staples even have Staples Rewards Cards that help you accumulate points for rewards and even pull up rebate programs
4. Patience!: We've also discovered that you should wait for the big holidays or close to the end of the year when Stores are trying to clear out for the latest tech goodies. If you're looking for a gadget that serves your purpose but is not necessarily the latest hip set, then playing the waiting game will be worth your while
5. Coupons Rule: Sure you may not get a whopper coupon out there but I say every dollar saved, is a big deal. Scout around for coupons and keep your eyes open on sites like the Hot Coupon World and keep your 'Tweet' little eyes on Twitter. Believe me, there's a wealth of 'buckaroo saving' information out there that can save a pretty buck!

The golden rule in all this is not to rush while shopping and to NEVER (with a capital N) make any impulsive tech shopping trips!


Buzz About Staples

Staples, the world's largest office products company, is committed to making it easy for customers to buy a wide range of office products and services. Our broad selection of office supplies, electronics, technology and office furniture as well as business services, including computer repair and copying and printing, helps our customers run their offices efficiently. With 2009 sales of $24 billion and 91,000 associates worldwide, Staples operates in 26 countries throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia serving businesses of all sizes and consumers. Staples invented the office superstore concept in 1986 and today ranks second worldwide in e-commerce sales. The company is headquartered outside Boston.





** EBMR Disclaimer: “I wrote this blog post while participating in the TwitterMoms and Staples blogging program, making me eligible for a $50 gift card. For more information on how you can participate, click here.” **

Labels: Mommy Tips, Staples, Twitter Moms

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 8:47 PM 0 Comments

And the Gift Goes On (Day 30...Final Day of Giving...Or Is It?)

We're on Day 30 of the 30 Day Giving Challenge, i.e. officially the last day of the Challenge around the Blogosphere (For a recap on my 30 day challenge posts, click here).
My family (Bunny girl in particular) is a little sad that it has "come to an end".

Earlier this afternoon, we stopped by the Salvation Army center to drop off some of our Angel gifts. While there, we bumped into a Corps Officer who was excited to see Bunny girl enthusiastic about the 'Angel' mission. To encourage our little one, she has invited our family to join the Volunteers hand out gifts to the 'Angels' later in the month....what a wonderful experience that will be.

On our drive back, Bunny girl asked if we could continue doing "things like this" for the rest of the month and my heart did a little "Yippee" dance when I heard her and I realized that the past month has blessed and touched our family in a special way.
Our family has unanimously decided that we don't want to bring the Challenge to a close. We're going to keep our hearts open and allow God to direct us to help where and when we can.

We're already excited about our next giving project that involves blessing on those we often tend to take for granted. Our list includes our Fedex Delivery Guy, UPS delivery guy, Postman and our old Apartment Manager.
I remember doing something along these lines for the other Postman last year and I remember his eyes filled up with tears when Bunny girl gave him a small Christmas present and all he could say was "God bless you" over and over again.

As Hubby said, "it is important we keep our hearts sensitive and minds open to give when God puts a need in our path." So true. The challenge may have come to a close but it does not need to end for your family.
I pray that you will continue to GIVE as the Lord leads you to.
Jesus Love within us just has to be passed on....Yes, the Gift must go on!







This is the final (official) day of the 30 Day Giving Challenge but you can start your own personal challenge through the month/year. (For more information on the challenge click on this link to visit the site)

* You can also follow the 30 Day Giving Challenge on the 30 Day Giving Challenge Blog *

Labels: 30 Day Giving Challenge, Christian, faith, Reflections

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 4:17 PM 0 Comments

Tuesday's Treasures (Giveaway Linky for 11/30-12/7)

(I will keep adding to this list as each giveaway goes live. Makes it easier to use as your reference base OR you can use the lists on the right, in the margin.)

The Christmas Carnival 2010 is rocking!! ((Woot! Woot!)) We've still got tons of prizes left so (as has now become a tradition!) I'm extending the same till mid December! ((Hurrah! Hurrah!))



Post the 'Christmas Carnival' Giveaway Button on your blog, tweet about the Carnival, post the scoop on your Facebook wall.....spread the Buzz around the Blogosphere and come celebrate with us! Check out the great Christmas prezzies you can win at the Christmas Carnival Center.


DON'T FORGET!! Tomorrow is the BIG HOLIDAY GIFT GIVEAWAY HOP


and here's what you can win right here!.....

• 20$ Chilis gift card
• 25$ Jasmere gift code
  
• 25$ Olive Garden gift card
• 35$ Usbourne books gift certificate
  
• 50$ CSN Stores gift certificate
• 50$ Cards Direct gift code

Entry is super easy. You just need to be following me on Google Friend Connect...Easy Peasy!!

The Linky and more details will be up at 12 am EST December 1, 2010 and remember this ends at 11.59 pm EST on December 5th.

But for now.....

Christmas Carnival Giveaways ending on 12/4

Sid the Science Kid Microphone & DVD pack - 2 winners
My First Disney Princess Doll-Aurora
76$ Klutz Activity Pack

25$ Build-A-Bear gift card
1-800-Flowers.com 50$ Gift Certificate
50$ gift certificate- Dakota's Personalized Gifts
70$ Expressions Gift Factory gift certificate


Other Christmas Carnival Giveaways

FOR THE KIDS

Chuggington Training Yard Loop Set (12/11)

National Geographic Kids Personalized Atlas (12/11)


FOR HIM/HER

Tassimo Bosch T20 Home Brewing System (12/11)
Seagate GoFlex Ultra Portable Hard Drive(12/11)
Fellowes P-8C Cross-Cut Shredder (12/11)
189 US$ PearlParadise.com necklace (12/11)

Winter Baby Bunch Bouquet (12/11)
Moody Mamas Winter Dress (12/11)
Clic-It Diaper Bag and accessories (12/11)


GIFT CARDS/CERTIFICATES

50$ Mikarose Gift Certificate (12/11)
75$ Novica Gift Certificate (12/11)
75$ HearthSong Toys Gift Certificate (12/11)
100$ Elephantito Clothes gift certificate (12/11)
165$ Milson Road gift certificate (12/11)




Note: I don't scout through and pick the winner I want...the Random Generator does that...so your odds of winning are just as great even if you're the 246th entrant or the 3rd! (Plus my readers have won several times over....the secret is tweet, tweet, tweet those daily entry modes!)


*Feel free to add your giveaways to the Tuesday's Treasures Linky but please ensure you link directly to the giveaway and not your blog's main page....makes entering the giveaway much easier.*

Labels: Giveaway Linky-Tuesday's Treasures, Linky

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 7:37 AM 1 Comments

CLOSED: Modesty is Fashionable when it's Mikarose(Christmas Carnival Giveaway #33)

This post is a 'Christmas Carnival' feature...The Carnival of Giveaways (or should I say Christmas prezzies?) on Energizer Bunny's Mommy Reports from November 1- Mid Dec 2010.
For a list of all the live giveaways visit 'The Christmas Carnival Center'



* Click here to view the name(s) of the winner(s)*

Let me be honest. It's not always easy to find a dress or a top that is modest, fashionable and affordable...all under the same breath. Somehow "Reveal" is the mantra for many designers and sadly in my dictionary it's just not "Cool"!

It's so refreshing to know that there are clothing companies like Mikarose that proudly showcase their collection of modest dresses, tops and skirts without sacrificing on style.



If given a choice I can wear my black trousers with a pretty top to church, formal events or to dinners. I'm always the most comfortable in the same and with Bunny Boo on my hip most times, I just find the overall look put together, classy and convenient. So naturally when asked to pick something to review, my fashion antennae immediately picked out this beautiful Turquoise buttoned down top.



I love the pleated tapers in the front and the slightly puffed up sleeves. What's great about this stretch cotton top is the fabric is thick enough to wear minus an undershirt inside and is comfortable enough to wear even on an incredibly hot, sultry summer day. The color of the top in the photograph honestly does no justice to the rich regal look it actually has.

If you're looking for dresses on a budget, don't forget to check out Mikarose's Clearance section. There are some pretty dresses slashed down in price, making these great buys especially since there will be more than just a handful of events you will have to attend over the following month.
With a Mikarose piece, you can rest assured that you will be able to blend into an everyday event as well as into a corporate party. Afterall, to them....Modesty IS a Fashion Statement!


Buy it:

You can buy a Turquoise Button Down shirt for 34.99 US$.

(All purchases above 25 US$ will be eligible for free shipping till Christmas day)


Win it:

One reader will have the opportunity to win a 50$ Mikarose gift certificate that may be used towards anything on the site.


Here's how you can win it:

1. Mandatory entry (without this, all other entries will be disqualified)-

Visit the Mikarose site and tell me what you would buy with the gift certificate if you win.


2. Love on the Sponsor-

- Follow me on Twitter and tweet once daily...

RT @ebmommy #Win a 50$ #Mikarose #Giftcertificate at EBMR's #Christmas #Giveaway (12/11) http://bit.ly/eO0st7 #clothing #modesty #dress


3. Eight additional entries: (1 entry each)-

- Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect

- "Like" me on Facebook.

- Follow my feed via RSS

- Subscribe via email to receive EBMR's blog updates

-Snag my Blog button

- Host my Christmas Carnival Giveaway button on your blog

- Tweet or post a message on Facebook about the Christmas Carnival

-Blog about this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your blog post)


* Please ensure your Blogger Profile holds your email address. If it's set to private or your email address does not show, please add the same in your comments*


This giveaway is open to US Residents only, 18 years and above. 1 winner will be chosen with the random.org generator on December 11, 2010 at 10 pm Central time.





** EBMR Disclaimer: Mikarose sent me this product for review purposes only. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. **

Labels: Christmas, Christmas Carnival 2010, clothes, gift certificate, Mikarose, modesty, More giveaways, Reviews and giveaways

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 8:05 PM 165 Comments

Reece's Rainbow....A Ministry of Adoption, Hope and Love (Day 29 of Giving )

Earlier this morning while going through posts on my Reader, I stopped at Love Hope Faith's blog when I saw little Trenton's face on the post. I hadn't heard about Reece's Rainbow earlier so I was curious to read more and what I read moved my heart and I knew I needed to feature this Ministry on Day 29 of the 30 Day Giving Challenge.


Reece's Rainbow promotes the international adoption of children with Down syndrome. By raising money to offer adoption grants on waiting children, they are able to give adoptive families the extra financial help they need to bring a child with Down syndrome home from a miserable existence in overseas orphanages.

There are various ways you can help. You can

• Financially sponsor a family for a child through the Christmas Angel Tree
  
• Support the Voice of Hope with your monetary donations
  
• Donate stock
  
• Shop through iGive at over 650 online stores this Christmas season. When you do this you will earn corporate donations for Reece's.
• Download GOODSEARCH…every time you search the internet, RR earns donations!
• Become a PRAYER WARRIOR
  
• Enter the Kindle Giveaway on Love Hope Faith's blog to help with Trenton's fund.
  

(For more 'Help' inspirations click on this link)


You CAN make a difference in the life of a child yearning for love and a family.





Last 2 days of the 30 Day Giving Challenge. It's still not late to be a part of the same. (For more information on the challenge and to join the same, click on this link to visit the site)

* Follow the 30 Day Giving Challenge on the 30 Day Giving Challenge Blog *

Labels: 30 Day Giving Challenge, Christian, faith, Reflections

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 7:37 AM 2 Comments

CLOSED: National Geographic Kids Atlas (Super Discount +Christmas Carnival Giveaway #32)

This post is a 'Christmas Carnival' feature...The Carnival of Giveaways (or should I say Christmas prezzies?) on Energizer Bunny's Mommy Reports from November 1- Mid Dec 2010.
For a list of all the live giveaways visit 'The Christmas Carnival Center'

* Click here to view the name(s) of the winner(s)*

Trust me....this is no ordinary Atlas.
This is National Geographic Kids 'Atlas of My World' .
And if National Geographic has put it's name on it you can expect it to be nothing short of being a winning product!

The Atlas of My World is a 48 paged hardcover Atlas that is personalized on the cover and the introductory few pages, making your child feel extra special each time he/she picks the same up.


You can include a personalized message to the recipient that will remind the child of who gave him/her the same and the occasion on which it was given.

Now this is the bit I love, love, love!...
After your child flips the introductory page, he/she will be thrilled to see the next four pages dedicated completely to him/her. Isn't that awesome?!
(You can even include a photograph of your child on the page!)


Bunny girl's look of utter disbelief that then turned into surprise and then absolute joy was priceless!
We got our Atlas of My World personalized in both Bunny girl and Bunny Boo's names and featured a recent photograph I'd taken of both of them in their toy room.


Thereafter the first Atlas feature highlights a map, photographs and details about the State the child/children live in and then features the rest of the regions from around the world, in the pages that follow.


What makes this stand apart is all the little personalized nuggets you get to add to really make this Atlas bursting with 200 photographs one's very own.

This is a great Christmas/Birthday/"Just Feel Like It" present to get your child/children especially as this may be personalized for one child, multiple children or even a classroom.
Not only is this a one of a kind prezzie but it is one that is educational.
I know ours will be treasured and my only question is how we're going to pass this on to the next generation. Hmmmm....guess this means I'll be making separate ones soon!


HOT Time Sensitive Special Reader's Discount:

National Geographic Kids is offering all my readers a special reader's offer...


Buy it:

You can buy a Personalized 'Atlas of My World' for 39.95 US$.



Win it:

One reader will have the opportunity to win a Personalized 'Atlas of My World'


Here's how you can win it:

1. Mandatory entry (without this, all other entries will be disqualified)-

Tell me what you think makes this Atlas super special?


2. Love on the Sponsor-

-Follow National Geographic Kids on Twitter

-Like National Geographic Kids on Facebook

- Follow me on Twitter and tweet once daily...

RT @ebmommy #Win a #oneofakind #NationalGeographicKids #Atlas at EBMR's #Christmas #Giveaway (12/11) http://bit.ly/g8uY4C #unique @NGKids


3. Eight additional entries: (1 entry each)-

- Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect

- "Like" me on Facebook.

- Follow my feed via RSS

- Subscribe via email to receive EBMR's blog updates

-Snag my Blog button

- Host my Christmas Carnival Giveaway button on your blog

- Tweet or post a message on Facebook about the Christmas Carnival

-Blog about this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your blog post)


* Please ensure your Blogger Profile holds your email address. If it's set to private or your email address does not show, please add the same in your comments*


This giveaway is open to US Residents only, 18 years and above. 1 winner will be chosen with the random.org generator on December 11, 2010 at 10 pm Central time.





** EBMR Disclaimer: National Geographic Kids sent me this product for review purposes only. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. **

Labels: Atlas, Books, Christmas, Christmas Carnival 2010, More giveaways, National Geographic Kids, Reviews / Giveaways

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 12:22 AM 148 Comments

High Style Dressing at Low Prices with DownEast Basics (Review Only)

This Holiday season if you're looking to buy clothing that is affordable, chic and something that will last longer than just a few weeks, check out Down East Basic.


DownEast Basics is a high style, low price fashion retailer that has boutique quality products for a fraction of the price you would pay otherwise.
Do they have a holiday catolog? You betcha!

DownEast Basics 2010 holiday gift guide rings in the official start of the holiday shopping season. The new, 60-plus page catalog offers shoppers style and savings at every turn – everything in the gift guide is under $60. Shoppers can find something for everyone on their list – including themselves – with accessories like the jewelry, totes and scarves featured in the “Silver Belles & Bows” and “All That Glitters” sections. Also find a full new line of dresses and embellished skirts that make any occasion special at the holidays.

I was fortunate to have the opportunity to review the Oh La La Overcoat in Gunmetal on a recent "whole day out in the windy and cold weather" outing we took with Bunny girl and Bunny Boo. So yes, I did have the opportunity to really live out my overcoat thanks to the weather!


Having said that, I have to profess my love for this cotton fleece button front jacket that is washable, comfortable and very elegant looking especially when paired with dark blue jeans and a colorful scarf or a colorful polo necked top.


The overcoat tabs were great as they helped shield Bunny Boo's face from the gusts of cold wind. A great overcoat for all you Mommies who love "baby wearing" as I do!

The gift catalog has more for you to choose from. Here are some Down East Basics' recommendations:

• Stuffing a stocking or buying for a “Secret Santa” at work? Flip no further than the first two pages of the guide with its “All that Glitters” and “Silver Belles & Bows” sections featuring stylish gifts like the Mini Crystal Bead Earrings ($6.99), Fabric Covered Bead Necklace ($9.99) and Chic & Shimmer Scarf ($9.99). Give these items separately or mix and match them and “wrap” into a tote like the small and formal Single Rose Clutch ($14.99) or everyday Pleat and Pucker Bag ($22.99) for a colleague’s gift or something special for a child’s teacher.
• Choose something for Mom from DownEast’s collection of stylish, fashion- forward cardigans like the Bon Nuit Cardigan (long sleeve with ruffle front detail - $36.99) or the Box Pleat Cardi (3/4 sleeve button-front cardigan with box pleat neckline detail - $36.99). She’ll wear these year round!
• Where would any woman be without her girlfriends? If anyone understands style it’s sure to be them! Show appreciation for both style and friendship with the vintage lace Tea Time Skirt ($32.99) or the flowering Bouquet Skirt (wide waistband features appliqué flowers in self fabric on side hip - $36.99). Unsure of an exact size? Give a skirt that will fit like a charm and show you care about design with the Tiny Tiers Skirt (style secret: elastic waistband), which features tiers of tulle ($34.99).
• Dress little girls up for some fun this holiday with DownEast’s “Very Merry Mini Gift Guide for Girls,” featuring the Winter Wish Dress ($29.99), Pretty Party Dress ($26.99) and Long Sleeve Jane Tee ($8.99) among several other cute pieces for the little ones.

Happy Shopping!

Oh and stay tuned for a DownEast Basics giveaway soon!


Buy it:

You can buy the Oh La La Overcoat in Gunmetal for 42.99 US$.


** EBMR Disclaimer: DownEast Basics sent me the featured product for review purposes only. This post has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.**

Labels: Apparel, Christmas, Christmas Carnival 2010, DownEast Basics, Reviews / Giveaways, Winter

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 12:11 AM 0 Comments

CLOSED: HearthSong...A Gift Wonderland! (+Christmas Carnival Giveaway #31)

This post is a 'Christmas Carnival' feature...The Carnival of Giveaways (or should I say Christmas prezzies?) on Energizer Bunny's Mommy Reports from November 1- Mid Dec 2010.
For a list of all the live giveaways visit 'The Christmas Carnival Center'




* Click here to view the name(s) of the winner(s)*

In the year 1983, a company opened it's 'Hearth' (a traditional symbol for the center of the home) to lovingly invite parents and children to enjoy quality and wholesome toys through their 'Song' that reflected the beauties of a family spirit.
HearthSong today, proudly boasts of a 'Gift Wonderland' that is able to cater to a child of any age, with any specific interest and to any parent's budget.

Everyone knows how much my little Book Worm loves books. I'm sure she will ravenously eat up the words once she learns to read but till then she's happy to have Mama and Dada read to her.
To encourage Bunny girl's love for books, we thought we'd get her a canvas book rack to hold her favorite books, perhaps for the week.

We initially thought we go with the pastels



but then decided we'd go for a gender neutral pick with primary colors especially as we hope both the children are able to use the same a few years from now.

I also thought it would be fair to personalize the book rack with the words "Good Reads" (Took a little inspiration from Alton Brown on the Food Network Channel!), this way another little child will be able to enjoy the same once Bunny girl and Bunny Boo grow too old to keep using this happy, colorful and sturdy bookshelf.


Notice our Christmas books have found a new place of honor?

HearthSong also has a host of other products like the Sound, Light and Movement Toys, Jewelry making kits, Active games and even Night time play toys.

You can even choose from an option of 81 Christmas Stocking Stuffers


and throw in a few Christmas decorations for good measure!


If you don't want to spend too much, don't worry because there are gifts that will suit your pocket under the 'Sale' segment....


goodies priced as low as 9.99 US$ as well!

So are you ready to grab your credit card and take a Holly Jolly Christmas walk down into HearthSong's Gift Wonderland?


Buy it:

You can buy a Personalized Book Rack for 69.98 US$.


Win it:

One reader will have the opportunity to win a 75 US$ gift certificate that may be used towards anything on the HearthSong site.


Here's how you can win it:

1. Mandatory entry (without this, all other entries will be disqualified)-

Look through the HearthSong site and tell me what you would use your gift certificate towards, if you win.


2. Love on the Sponsor-

-Follow HearthSong on Twitter

-Like HearthSong on Facebook.

- Follow me on Twitter and tweet once daily...

RT @ebmommy #Win a 75 US$ #GiftCertificate from @hearthsongtoys at EBMR's #Christmas #Giveaway (12/11) http://bit.ly/h2b3Zc #toys #gifts


3. Eight additional entries: (1 entry each)-

- Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect

- "Like" me on Facebook.

- Follow my feed via RSS

- Subscribe via email to receive EBMR's blog updates

-Snag my Blog button

- Host my Christmas Carnival Giveaway button on your blog

- Tweet or post a message on Facebook about the Christmas Carnival

-Blog about this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your blog post)


* Please ensure your Blogger Profile holds your email address. If it's set to private or your email address does not show, please add the same in your comments*


This giveaway is open to US Residents only, 18 years and above. 1 winner will be chosen with the random.org generator on December 11, 2010 at 10 pm Central time.





** EBMR Disclaimer: Hearthsong sent me this product for review purposes only. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. **

Labels: Books, Christmas, Christmas Carnival 2010, Hearthsong, More giveaways, personalized, Reviews / Giveaways, toys.

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 11:08 PM 548 Comments

CLOSED: Protecting Identities...Fellowes P-8C Shredder (+Christmas Carnival Giveaway #30)

This post is a 'Christmas Carnival' feature...The Carnival of Giveaways (or should I say Christmas prezzies?) on Energizer Bunny's Mommy Reports from November 1- Mid Dec 2010.
For a list of all the live giveaways visit 'The Christmas Carnival Center'



* Click here to view the name(s) of the winner(s)*

The Christmas season generally involves a lot of shopping online, in stores, the delivery of personalized store mailers to your home and........theft of identities! My Hubby keeps reminding me to rip up any personal data that arrives to our home that I plan to trash especially since there are goons out there who wouldn't mind digging into trash cans to get any personal information they can to use to their benefit later.
The bottom line is to ensure you do your part of protecting your interests and then just trust God to do the rest.

Thanks to Fellowes P-8C Cross-Cut Shredder you don't have to stand over your dustbin ripping up those labels, cards, envelopes, credit card statements, bank statements into itty bitty pieces.


The Fellowes P-8C Cross-Cut Shredder shreds 8 sheets per pass into 5/32 x 2" crosscut particles (i.e. Security Level 3) at a speed of 14 pages per minute.
(Can you believe that it actually destroys a single sheet of paper into 399 pieces?...Wow!)



What's great about this Shredder is that not only shreds paper but also credit cards, staples and paper clips. (So you don't need to pull out those staples from bank statements. Just throw the whole set in and in a few seconds you have confetti strips)



The Shredder comes with a Patented Safety Lock that disables the Shredder for added safety protection



and includes a 4.75-gallon bin that is covered with an easy lift-off head.



I love that the Fellowes P-8C is compact and does not eat up too much space in our smallish home office area.
It's also easy to use and is definitely worth the investment for the price Target's selling it at.

If your Hubby is like mine, I'm sure he'd be thrilled to find this under the tree on Christmas morning!


Buy it:

You can buy a Fellowes P-8C Cross-Cut Shredder for 59.99 US$.


Win it:

One reader will have the opportunity to win a Fellowes P-8C Cross-Cut Shredder


Here's how you can win it:

1. Mandatory entry (without this, all other entries will be disqualified)-

Look through the Fellowes products and tell me another product you think would be useful in your home office.


2. Love on the Sponsor-

- Follow me on Twitter and tweet once daily...

RT @ebmommy #Win a #Fellowes P-8C #CrossCut #Shredder at EBMR's #Christmas #Giveaway (12/11) http://bit.ly/fzu8wb #identity #protection


3. Eight additional entries: (1 entry each)-

- Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect

- "Like" me on Facebook.

- Follow my feed via RSS

- Subscribe via email to receive EBMR's blog updates

-Snag my Blog button

- Host my Christmas Carnival Giveaway button on your blog

- Tweet or post a message on Facebook about the Christmas Carnival

-Blog about this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your blog post)


* Please ensure your Blogger Profile holds your email address. If it's set to private or your email address does not show, please add the same in your comments*


This giveaway is open to US Residents only, 18 years and above. 1 winner will be chosen with the random.org generator on December 11, 2010 at 10 pm Central time.





** EBMR Disclaimer: Fellowes sent me this product for review purposes only. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way. **

Labels: Christmas, Christmas Carnival 2010, Fellowes, Home office., More giveaways, Reviews / Giveaways, Shredder

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 7:42 AM 265 Comments

Winners for the giveaways that ended on 11/27

CONGRATULATIONS!!

This has been a great weekend. I love the time I've been spending with my precious family and our wonderful friends (and how can forget... all that food?!)

I know I've not posted any giveaways the past three days and you may be wondering...is it over?
Rest assured you still have a good number of days left!! ((Chuckle))
I've just reorganized my list and all my resources and guess what, we still have over 40 prizes left to giveaway!!
I don't want to rush through these awesome products, so there are some I will post earlier than others because they're better as Christmas gifts. The rest of the giveaways may only end closer to Christmas so the winners will get to enjoy their wins closer to the New Year.
(Mmmm..... So many giveaways So little time!)

Righto! Let me announce our winners for the week and then leave you with a giveaway to enter before I hop off for church.....

* Winner of the 35$ Blessings Unlimited gift certificate is #69-Emmy Coffee

* Winner of the LeapFrog Digital Camera is #213- Mijal Photography

* Winner of the Zonderkidz Christmas pack is #31-2kidsand8cats

* Winner of 40$ Cookies Kids gift certificate is #121-Jen

* Winner of A Personalized Cakepan & Lid from the Cakepan Lady is #239-Trixx

* Winner of 20$ Whole Foods gift card is #34- Greta

* Winner of Supercuts Hair Care Gift Pack is #57-Jakiesmom


Keep entering the Christmas Carnival 2010 giveaways. There's still MORE to come especially since I am officially extending the same to MID DEC 2010!


Post the 'Christmas Carnival' Giveaway Button on your blog, tweet about the Carnival, post the scoop on your Facebook wall.....spread the Buzz around the Blogosphere and come celebrate with us! Check out the great Christmas prezzies you can win at the Christmas Carnival Center.


Christmas Carnival Giveaways ending on 12/4

Sid the Science Kid Microphone & DVD pack - 2 winners
My First Disney Princess Doll-Aurora
76$ Klutz Activity Pack

25$ Build-A-Bear gift card
1-800-Flowers.com 50$ Gift Certificate
50$ gift certificate- Dakota's Personalized Gifts
70$ Expressions Gift Factory gift certificate


Other Christmas Carnival Giveaways

FOR THE KIDS

Chuggington Training Yard Loop Set (12/11)


FOR HIM/HER

Tassimo Bosch T20 Home Brewing System (12/11)
Seagate GoFlex Ultra Portable Hard Drive(12/11)

Winter Baby Bunch Bouquet (12/11)
Moody Mamas Winter Dress (12/11)
Clic-It Diaper Bag and accessories (12/11)


GIFT CARDS/CERTIFICATES

75$ Novica Gift Certificate (12/11)
100$ Elephantito gift certificate (12/11)
165$ Milson Road gift certificate (12/11)
189 US$ PearlParadise.com necklace (12/11)


NOTE:

* If any winner does not get back to me 48 hours after his or her name has been posted/ emailed, I will pick a new winner

* All winners are chosen using the Random.org generator.

Labels: More giveaways, Reviews / Giveaways, Winners

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Giving Thanks....and Sharing from our Bounty. (TSMSS + Day 27 of Giving)

Labels: 30 Day Giving Challenge, Christian, faith, Reflections, Then Sings My Soul Saturday

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