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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:56:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MommyB</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the holidays upon us there are so many different parties to attend. On my schedule we&#8217;ve had a Halloween play date, a couples Halloween party, a Jake and the Neverland Pirates birthday party, and coming up we have a Thanksgiving Feast, Holiday Cookie exchanges, and other parties I&#8217;ve either been invited to or hosted ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-7972" title="Tiny Prints Holiday" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Tiny-Prints1.jpg" alt="Tiny Prints Holiday" width="350" height="115" />With the holidays upon us there are so many different parties to attend. On my schedule we&#8217;ve had a Halloween play date, a couples Halloween party, a Jake and the Neverland Pirates birthday party, and coming up we have a Thanksgiving Feast, Holiday Cookie exchanges, and other parties I&#8217;ve either been invited to or hosted myself for work, not to mention my own birthday party in December and parties that haven&#8217;t even been planned yet.</p>
<p>Last weekend, on behalf of one of my most favorite companies, <a title="Tiny Prints" href="http://www.tinyprints.com/" target="_blank">Tiny Prints</a>, I hosted a blogger holiday party and with a few tips I used it was a success.</p>
<p><strong>Invite the Right People for the Right Event &#8211; </strong>If you are having a play date don&#8217;t invite people who don&#8217;t like children, pretty obvious right? However I&#8217;ve seen interesting mixes at parties because often times people don&#8217;t want to leave anyone out, but by being selective, {at times}, it can pay off. I invited some amazing bloggers including {in alphabetical order, so as not to show favoritism *LOL*} <a title="Sincerely Faith" href="http://sincerelyfaith.com" target="_blank">Faith</a>, <a title="MamaMommyMom" href="http://Mamamommymom.com" target="_blank">Jamie</a>, <a title="The Beginning of Crafting" href="http://begintocraft.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Jessica</a>, <a title="Forever's Like a Dream" href="http://foreverslikeadream.com" target="_blank">Kelley</a>, <a title="Mommyality" href="http://www.mommyality.com" target="_blank">Lisa</a>, <a title="Zensible Mama" href="http://www.zensiblemama.com" target="_blank">Maricris</a>, and <a title="Real Life Travels" href="http://www.Reallifetravels.com" target="_blank">Susan</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-7977" title="Tiny Prints Attendees" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Tiny-Prints-Attendees-1024x248.jpg" alt="Tiny Prints Attendees" width="574" height="139" /></p>
<p><strong>Find a unique place or theme for the party &#8211; </strong>Sometimes when you are in a smaller city it&#8217;s hard to find new venues to host events at, and even if you choose to host events in your home, one key tip is to get creative. Thinking outside the box when it comes to venues and themes are what can make or break a party. Choose locations you wouldn&#8217;t normally think of but work out logistically and look on places like <a title="Pinterest" href="http://pinterest.com" target="_blank">pinterest</a> {which I have vowed to stay away from,} for ideas. I chose <a title="Fran's Filling Station" href="http://fransfillingstation.com/" target="_blank">Fran&#8217;s Filling Station</a> because the menu selection sounded different, and it wasn&#8217;t a chain and I&#8217;m so glad I chose it because the food and staff were amazing, and I&#8217;m dying to go back for round 2.</p>
<p><strong>Find some entertainment or a purpose &#8211; </strong>While sometimes it&#8217;s nice to just get together with friends, when there is a purpose or something fun scheduled for a party people get even more excited to attend. At the Tiny Prints event, Chris Garner, local photographer and owner of <a title="TPS Photography" href="http://tpsphotography.com/" target="_blank">TPS Photography</a>, spoke about tips for photography which will not only come in handy for our blogs, but also for our own photos during the holidays. Whatever your purpose or entertainment make it a good fit for your attendees.</p>
<p><strong><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-7976" title="Tiny Prints Goodies" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Tiny-Prints-Goodies-300x183.jpg" alt="Tiny Prints Goodies" width="300" height="183" />Make sure the guests leave with something in hand &#8211; </strong>aka Goodies. We all love them, let&#8217;s face it, when you leave a party with a goodie bag you get a little excited. Recently, I went to a Mom&#8217;s Night In, where we made pies and the hostess made pie pops {like <a title="Bakerella Pie Pops" href="http://www.bakerella.com/easy-as-pie/" target="_blank">these</a> from Bakerella} and although my girls didn&#8217;t get to go to the Mom&#8217;s Night In {for obvious reasons}, they were able to enjoy the goodies. And I must say for this Tiny Prints event the goodies were pretty awesome!<span id="more-7963"></span></p>
<p>I am a little biased anyway because I love Tiny Prints. Not only do I really love their designs, but there are some celebs designing their products now {which is not HUGE for me but an added bonus for sure,} but most of all because of their AMAZING customer service. And yes, I have to say &#8220;AMAZING&#8221; in caps and here&#8217;s why: last year I was creating my Christmas and New Year&#8217;s combination card with them, you know Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, well my mush brain got the best of me and I wrote Happy 2010, but didn&#8217;t notice and submitted for printing. Tiny Prints customer service not only called me and left really nice voice messages, but they also emailed a couple of times to ask me if I really wanted 2010 or actually wanted 2011. Phew, crisis averted all because the staff at Tiny Prints caught my mistake. Honestly that catch is a constant reminder of a successful customer service experience and that&#8217;s the biggest reason why I continue to use Tiny Prints for my printing needs.</p>
<p>If you want to check them and their 2011 Holiday Line out head over here: <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/shop/picture-christmas-cards.htm" target="_blank">http://www.tinyprints.<wbr>com/shop/picture-christmas-<wbr>cards.htm</wbr></wbr></a>. This year, I have been drooling over the Ornament cards, something people can use and reuse every year for their tree, what.a.great.idea! In fact, here are some of my favorites:</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/shop/picture-christmas-cards.htm"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-7971" title="Tiny Prints Holiday Cards" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Tiny-Prints-1024x346.jpg" alt="Tiny Prints Holiday Cards" width="553" height="187" /></a></p>
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<p>Because there are so many different parties to attend this holiday season it&#8217;s difficult to make sure yours is unique, but with my tips above, some creativity, and the right tools your party is sure to be a success.</p>
<p><em>I was compensated by Tiny Prints for hosting this Holiday Party, however the thoughts and words in this post are solely mine. My personal experiences with Tiny Prints and my opinions of their amazing services are my own testament to their work, however yours may vary.</em>
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		<title>MommyB Knows Best &#8211; Holiday Gift Guide and Giveaway</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 15:44:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to my first ever Holiday Gift Guide and Giveaway!! I&#8217;m super excited that I&#8217;m even able to offer this to all of you, my wonderful readers. I was only expecting a handful of companies to feature, but amazingly I received such great feedback and have so many great businesses to share with you. Here&#8217;s ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/MommyB-Knows-Best-Holiday-Gift-Guide-and-Giveaway.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4007" title="MommyB Knows Best Holiday Gift Guide and Giveaway" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/MommyB-Knows-Best-Holiday-Gift-Guide-and-Giveaway.jpg" alt="MommyB Knows Best Holiday Gift Guide and Giveaway" width="200" height="200" /></a>Welcome to my first ever Holiday Gift Guide and Giveaway!! I&#8217;m super excited that I&#8217;m even able to offer this to all of you, my wonderful readers. I was only expecting a handful of companies to feature, but amazingly I received such great feedback and have so many great businesses to share with you. <strong>Here&#8217;s the list of all of the companies I adore and better yet, starting very soon each company will have their own post, so you can learn more about them, and offer you a great giveaway from their products and services.</strong> Can&#8217;t you wait?!?!</p>
<p>So go on, check out these great companies, if you have questions or feedback please leave a note in the comments! Don&#8217;t you like my cute button? Bee sure to put one on your blog/website to get extra entries to the giveaways! Also check out the, &#8220;Find them here&#8221; links and be sure to follow for additional entries during our giveaways, plus it&#8217;s always nice to support great companies. Click more to read about each company and there may even be some great discounts as well!<span id="more-3460"></span><strong>For Her:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Studio Jewel</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/SJ-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4011" title="Studio Jewel Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/SJ-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg" alt="Studio Jewel Holiday Gift Guide" width="140" height="140" /></a><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa J Lehmann is a Grand Rapids, MI based jewelry artist. She counts it a privilege to have been gifted with a creative spirit. </span></strong>Lisa seeks beauty in all things and appreciates the endless potential of blending color, shape and texture. Her work is soft &amp; fluid. She enjoys the intricate, delicate, subtle forms which impart a refined femininity. Each StudioJewel original is personally conceptualized and designed by Lisa. Meticulously handcrafted using the finest materials, each piece is designed to enhance the natural beauty and elegance of the metal and stones.</p>
<p>Studio Jewel is offering 15% off and FREE SHIPPING for MommyB Knows Best readers, so be sure to tell her we sent you!</p>
<p>Find Studio Jewel here: <a href="http://www.StudioJewel.com" target="_blank">http://www.StudioJewel.com</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/StudioJewel.thebeadgirl" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/StudioJewel.thebeadgirl</a>, and <a href="http://twitter.com/thebeadgirl" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/thebeadgirl</a></p>
<p><strong>Mary Kay &#8211; Courtney Hawke</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Mary-Kay-Courtney-Holiday-Gift-Guide1.png"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4087" title="Mary Kay Courtney Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Mary-Kay-Courtney-Holiday-Gift-Guide1.png" alt="Mary Kay Courtney Holiday Gift Guide" width="161" height="162" /></a>Courtney is a Senior Sales Consultant with Mary Kay.  Her company goal is to provide customers with superior service and quality products that they cannot get anywhere else. All of the products are backed with a 100% guarantee, in fact, the Timewise Miracle Set was recently awarded the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval! As always, Courtney is offering free shipping to all MommyB Knows Best readers and new customers will receive 10% off their entire purchase and quality for a free facial!</p>
<p>Find Mary Kay &#8211; Courtney Hawke here: <a href="www.marykay.com/courtneyhawke" target="_blank">http://www.marykay.com/courtneyhawke</a>, courtneyhawke@gmail.com</p>
<div><strong>Lullabelly</strong></div>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Lullabelly-Logo.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4019" title="Lullabelly Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Lullabelly-Logo-300x111.jpg" alt="Lullabelly Holiday Gift Guide" width="300" height="111" /></a> The Lullabelly Prenatal Music Belt is the modern mom’s way to safely and comfortably play music, lullabies, audio books, or any recorded sounds to her baby in the womb. Simply plug Lullabelly into your iPod, Smartphone, CD player or any MP3 player. We also include the sound splitter and earphones so mom or dad can listen too! Lullabelly is extremely soft, adjustable, lightweight, and machine washable.</p>
<p>Find Lullabelly here: <a href="http://www.lullabelly.com  " target="_blank">http://www.lullabelly.com</a>, <span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; line-height: normal; border-collapse: collapse;"><span style="color: #0000cc;"><a href="http://twitter.com/Lullabelly," target="_blank">http://twitter.com/Lullabelly</a></span><a href="http://twitter.com/Lullabelly," target="_blank">,</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lullabelly/118098110403" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lullabelly/118098110403</a></span></p>
<p><strong>Softlips</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Softlips-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4023" title="Softlips Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Softlips-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg" alt="Softlips Holiday Gift Guide" width="194" height="166" /></a> Looking to have irresistibly kissable lips this holiday season or are you in need of the perfect little gift for a friend or even yourself?  To celebrate the winter season and help bring the holiday spirit to you, Softlips® is offering their limited edition Holidays 5-Pack of lip conditioners – Sugar &amp; Spice, Winter Mint, Sugar Cookie, Sugar Plum Berry, and Mint with a Hint of Vanilla.</p>
<p>Now through out the holiday/winter season, the Holidays 5-Pack – Sugar &amp; Spice, Winter Mint, Sugar Cookie, Sugar Plum Berry, and Mint with a Hint of Vanilla– will be available exclusively in the new Softlips online store, <a href="http://www.softlips.com">www.softlips.com</a>, for $9.99.</p>
<p>Find Softlips here: <a href="http://www.softlips.com" target="_blank">http://www.softlips.com</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/softlips" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/softlips</a>, and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ilovesoftlips" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/ilovesoftlips</a></p>
<p><strong>Tiny Prints</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/photo-cards.htm" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4045" title="Stylish Christmas Cards by Tiny Prints " src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Tiny-Prints-Holiday-Gift-Guide1.png" alt="Stylish Christmas Cards by Tiny Prints " width="200" height="200" /></a>Tiny Prints provides simple, modern and unique stationery from <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/photo-cards.htm" target="_blank">Christmas cards</a> to <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/greeting/" target="_blank">personalized greeting cards</a> to <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/personalized-stationery.htm" target="_blank">thank you cards</a>and even <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/business/business-cards.htm" target="_blank">business cards</a>. Offering exclusive designs from the nation’s top designers, easy card personalization, a powerful preview engine and top-notch customer service and paper quality, their designs have been lauded by numerous television networks, publications and celebrities. With Tiny Prints by your side the Holidays will be a cinch! They offer perfect <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/party-invitations-best-sellers.htm" target="_blank">party invitations for every occasion</a> and memorable personalized photo-gifts like <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/shop/day-planner-notebooks.htm#prices=01,02,03" target="_blank">notebooks</a>, <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/photo-books.htm" target="_blank">photo-books</a> and <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/wall-calendars.htm" target="_blank">calendars</a>.</p>
<p>Find Tiny Prints here: <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/photo-books.htm" target="_blank">http://www.tinyprints.com/photo-books.htm</a>,  <a href="http://www.facebook.com/tinyprints" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/tinyprints</a> and <a href="http://www.tinyprints.com/promo/tiny-prints-coupon-codes-promotions.htm" target="_blank">http://www.tinyprints.com/promo/tiny-prints-coupon-codes-promotions.htm</a></p>
<hr /><strong>For Him:</strong></p>
<p><strong>iGo</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/IGO-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4028" title="iGO Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/IGO-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg" alt="iGO Holiday Gift Guide" width="180" height="180" /></a> No power? No problem! Re-charging a cell phone, camera, iPod, etc. when you are away from a power outlet has never been easier now with the new iGo Charge Anywhere. This small, sleek and powerful charger can fit in your pocket plus simultaneously charges two devices even when you are not plugged into a power source.  The iGo Charge Anywhere also doubles as a wall charger to replenish its integrated internal battery so that you can charge all of your devices with one single charger, freeing up precious luggage space!</p>
<p>Find iGo products here: <a href="www.igo.com" target="_self">http://www.igo.com</a>, <a href="http://www.twitter.com/iGo_inc" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/iGo_inc</a>, and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/igoinc" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/igoinc</a><br />
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<p><strong>PrankPacks</strong></p>
<p><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/PrankPacks-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4030" title="PrankPacks Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/PrankPacks-Holiday-Gift-Guide-300x190.jpg" alt="PrankPacks Holiday Gift Guide" width="300" height="190" /></a> Prank PacksTM are gift boxes that appear to house the most ridiculous products imaginable.  &#8220;We understand that most gift boxes are boring and that gift bags are just plain evil.  Therefore, we decided to continue to make Prank Packs in 2010,” said Arik Nordby, Creative Director at 30 Watt.  Previously, Mr. Nordby teamed with The Onion to design the first ever fake gift boxes.  “The real gift is placed inside, then wrapped.” said Nordby. “Then you just sit back, watch them open it and revel in their half-hearted enthusiasm!” “And with six box sides of unique humor, it gets passed around and really helps move Aunt Linda’s party along. Creating “stuff you never knew you needed” like the Prank PackTM, Party Pleas Pints and BogeyProTM Golf brand products, 30 Watt also works with Someecards and Will Ferrell’s charitable line.</p>
<p>Find PrankPacks here: <a href="http://www.30watt.com" target="_blank">http://www.30watt.com</a>, <a href="http://www.prankpack.com" target="_blank">http://www.prankpack.com</a>, and <a href="http://www.bogeypro.com" target="_blank">http://www.bogeypro.com</a></p>
<hr /><strong>For the Kids:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Little Gym of Huntersville / Lake Norman</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/thelittlegymofhandlkn.png"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-2845" title="The Little Gym of Lake Norman/Huntersville" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/thelittlegymofhandlkn-300x138.png" alt="The Little Gym of Lake Norman/Huntersville" width="300" height="138" /></a><a href="http://www.thelittlegym.com/huntersvillelakenormannc/pages/default.aspx" target="_blank">The Little Gym of Huntersville/Lake Norman</a> is owned and operated by Pete and Kim Kusiak and has several amazing staff members who teach children from ages 4 months to 12 years the importance of non-competitive, individualized learning at the child&#8217;s pace. Not only are they learning physical skills but learning how to socialize, and have self confidence.</p>
<p>Little Gym offers several classes from dance to gymnastics, karate and more. They also have Parent Survival Nights, Day Camps, Birthday Parties, Membership Loyalty Programs, and tout a very liberal make-up policy with class flexibility. Be sure to contact them for your activity needs.</p>
<p>Find The Little Gym of Huntersville/Lake Norman here: <a href="https://www.thelittlegym.com/huntersvillelakenormannc/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.thelittlegym.com/huntersvillelakenormannc/Pages/default.aspx</a>, and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Huntersville-NC/The-Little-Gym-of-HuntersvilleLake-Norman/173415598491">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Huntersville-NC/The-Little-Gym-of-HuntersvilleLake-Norman/173415598491</a></p>
<p><strong>Learning Curve</strong></p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4032" title="Learning Curve Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Learning-Curve-Holiday-Gift-Guide-300x173.jpg" alt="Learning Curve Holiday Gift Guide" width="300" height="173" />Inspired by <a href="http://www.ludorum.com/" target="_blank">Ludorum’s</a> popular train-centric series seen daily in the U.S. on Disney Channel’s Playhouse Disney programming block(check local listings), Learning Curve’s new Chuggington die-cast toy line is launching exclusively at <a href="http://www.toysrus.com" target="_blank">Toys“R”Us</a> stores across the country and online at Toysrus.com this holiday season.With a wide assortment of collectible Chuggington characters and exciting playsets, children can recreate favorite Chuggington episodes or imagine new adventures.  All Chuggington Die-Cast engines feature durable die-cast construction, realistic decoration and secure front-and-back couplings, making train play easy and fun!  Complete playsets enhance the imaginative fun, making every Chuggington Die-Cast experience &#8220;traintastic!&#8221;</p>
<p>Find Learning Curve/Chuggington playset here: <a href="http://www.learningcurve.com/" target="_blank">http://www.learningcurve.com</a>, <a href="http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4380512">http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4380512</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/chuggington" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/chuggington</a>, and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/chuggington" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/chuggington</a></p>
<p><strong>Let&#8217;s Go Chipper</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Lets-Go-Chipper-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4035" title="Let's Go Chipper Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Lets-Go-Chipper-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg" alt="Let's Go Chipper Holiday Gift Guide" width="166" height="166" /></a> Stephanie Rach-Wilson created Let&#8217;s Go Chipper with an interest in getting children and families back into the great outdoors. Chipper&#8217;s nature inspired stories are eco-educational and correlated to national academic standards in arts and literature, science, and social skills. Nature Deficit Disorder, Juvenile Diabetes, ADHD and other disorders that affect children both physically and mentally have an association to a sedentary life spent in front of computers and TV. Chipper encourages children to explore and play which helps promote physical activity and environmental conscientiousness.</p>
<p>Find Let&#8217;s Go Chipper here: <a href="http://www.letsgochipper.com/" target="_blank">http://www.letsgochipper.com/</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lets-Go-Chipper/82995337281" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lets-Go-Chipper/82995337281</a>, and <a href="http://twitter.com/letsgochipper" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/letsgochipper</a></p>
<p><strong>Dipe N&#8217; Go</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.dipengo.com" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4036" title="Dipe N Go Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/DNG-Holiday-Gift-Guide1-300x300.jpg" alt="Dipe N Go Holiday Gift Guide" width="189" height="189" /></a> The Dipe N&#8217; Go portable changing mat has been specially designed to hold everything a parent on the go needs to take care of their child&#8217;s diaper changing needs! This all in one &#8220;changing station&#8221; is made of soft, machine washable fabric which has multiple pockets for everything from spare diapers to powder and wipes. Dipe N&#8217; Go has been Parent Tested Parent Approved and recently won the Creative Child Magazine Top Choice for car accessories and diaper changing.</p>
<p>Find Dipe N&#8217; Go here: <a href="http://www.dipengo.com" target="_blank">http://www.Dipengo.com</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dipe-n-Go/171951277269" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dipe-n-Go/171951277269</a>, and <a href="http://twitter.com/dipengo" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/dipengo</a></p>
<p><strong>Agoo</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Agoo-Holiday-Gift-Guide1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4054" title="Agoo Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Agoo-Holiday-Gift-Guide1.jpg" alt="Agoo Holiday Gift Guide" width="150" height="150" /></a>Agoo® is uniquely styled athletic wear for urban kids. It is functional, fashionable and makes being a kid a lot more fun. It is not cutesy or cartoony. It is what you would wear yourself, comfortable and chic, but for kids on the move living healthy lifestyles. Our key component is our fabrics. They contain a strong UV protected finish, blocking out any harmful ultra violet rays. No matter how many times you wash it or expose it to sunlight or saltwater, the protection is always there. We felt this made an ideal fabric so we developed a complete line that would allow your kids to stay out and play a little longer.</p>
<p>Agoo is giving MommyB Knows Best Readers two great discounts. At <a href="http://www.agoo4u.com" target="_blank">Agoo4u.com</a> you can get 40% off using the code <strong>mb40off</strong> now through January 1, 2011. Also check out their site <a href="http://www.motherofasale.com" target="_blank">motherofasale.com</a> and enter the code <strong>(to be updated)</strong> for 10% off through December 1, 2010.</p>
<p>Find Agoo here: <a href="http://www.agoo4u.com/">http://www.agoo4u.com</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/kidsactivewear" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/kidsactivewear</a>, and  <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Agoo4u" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/Agoo4u</a></p>
<p><strong>EZSox</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/EZSox-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4031" title="EZSox Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/EZSox-Holiday-Gift-Guide-300x164.jpg" alt="EZSox Holiday Gift Guide" width="300" height="164" /></a>EZ SOX are fun learning socks for children and a helpful teaching tool for parents. It helps build the confidence that pre-schoolers need as they learn to dress themselves.</p>
<p>Our unique design helps your child put on their socks with ease. Reinforced loops give tiny fingers a strong grip for pulling over tiny toes. Cute animal faces act as a  guide,  showing them which way is up. Non-skid bottoms make EZ SOX safer on slippery surfaces. Made seamless for sensitive toes EZ SOX comes in a variety of the  cutest animals and solids.</p>
<p>Find EZSox here: <a href="http://ezsox.com/" target="_blank">http://ezsox.com</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/ezsox" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/ezsox</a>, and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/EZ-SOX/169473157313" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/EZ-SOX/169473157313</a></p>
<p><strong>No Slippy Hair Clippy</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/NSHC-Holiday-Gift-Guide1.png"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4112" title="NSHC Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/NSHC-Holiday-Gift-Guide1-300x124.png" alt="NSHC Holiday Gift Guide" width="300" height="124" /></a><span style="font-family: Arial;">“No Slippy Hair Clippy – The original non-slip clip®   Making the world prettier, one girl at a time!  Adorable hair clips, bows, and headbands that stay in baby fine hair.<br />
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<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Browse our store <a href="http://www.hairclippy.com" target="_blank">http://www.hairclippy.com</a> to see the latest fall fashions, just in time for the holiday season!”<br />
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<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">No Slippy Hair Clippy is offering MommyB Knows Best readers 15% off purchases $30 or more (Exclusions: Gifts &amp; Retired Styles) through November 23, 2010, use code: MOMMYB1116. Also, all purchases $50+ receive free First Class USPS shipping (domestic orders only).</span></p>
<p>Find No Slippy Hair Clippy here: <span style="font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://www.hairclippy.com/" target="_blank">http://www.hairclippy.com/</a>,<a href="http://www.facebook.com/noslippyhairclippyfanpage" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/noslippyhairclippyfanpage</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/iClippy">http://twitter.com/iClippy</a> and <a href="http://noslippyhairclippy.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://noslippyhairclippy.blogspot.com/</a></span></p>
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<hr /><strong>For the Family</strong></p>
<div><strong>Discovery Place Inc.</strong></div>
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<div>Discovery Place Inc Membership: give the gift of discovery this year and the recipient will experience all the Museums’ happenings including new live shows at Discovery Place, Charlotte’s only talking tree at Charlotte Nature Museum or a chance for the youngest recipients to be anything they can imagine at the new Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. Benefits include free Museum admission, free and discounted programs, exclusive Members-only events and more. Call 704.372.6261 x354 or click and give online: <a href="Discovery Place Membership: give the gift of discovery this year and the recipient will experience all the Museums’ happenings including new live shows at Discovery Place, Charlotte’s only talking tree at Charlotte Nature Museum or a chance for the youngest recipients to be anything they can imagine at the new Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. Benefits include free Museum admission, free and discounted programs, exclusive Members-only events and more. Call 704.372.6261 x354 or click and give online: discoveryplace.org/membership. Gift Memberships are sent to the recipient with a personalized message." target="_blank">http://www.discoveryplace.org/membership</a>. Gift Memberships are sent to the recipient with a personalized message.</div>
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<p>Find Discovery Place Inc here: <a href="http://www.discoveryplacekids.org/" target="_blank">http://www.discoveryplacekids.org/</a>, <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">http://www.discoveryplace.org/</a>, <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/" target="_blank">http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/DiscoveryPlace" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/DiscoveryPlace</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/discoveryplace" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/discoveryplace</a></p>
<p><strong>Barbara Payne Photography</strong></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/barbara-photo-ad-new.png"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2479" title="Barbara Payne Photography Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/barbara-photo-ad-new.png" alt="Barbara Payne Photography Holiday Gift Guide" width="100" height="98" /></a> With Barbara Payne Photography you&#8217;ll find that taking pictures is fun. From silly childrens shoots, to beautiful family portraits, sweet newborn shots, professional head shots and more Barbara Payne Photography is professional yet down-to-earth. Being a mom herself she has the patience and understanding that some photographers just don&#8217;t have.</p>
<p>Check out her Holiday Mini Session starting at $125. Includes sitting fee, 25 holiday cards, several prints, and a high resolution CD.</p>
<p>Find Barbara Payne Photography here: <a href="http://www.barbarapaynephoto.com" target="_blank">http://www.barbarapaynephoto.com</a>,  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Concord-NC/Barbara-Payne-Photography/105055559525495" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Concord-NC/Barbara-Payne-Photography/105055559525495</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.barbara-photographer.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://www.barbara-photographer.blogspot.com/</a></p>
<p><strong>Care4Hire</strong></p>
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Give the gift of service along with tips on finding a nanny for your family in the book “The Nanny Factor: A Parent’s Guide to Finding The Right Nanny for Your Family”.  We are finding here at Care4hire.com that purchasing gift certificates to hire a caregiver is a sensational gift.  Families can hire a sitter for their needs; whether it be pampering themselves, getting shopping done without the kids or enjoying time with their significant other as a couple &#8211; and knowing the children are in good hands.  Other services include housekeepers, tutors, pet sitters, elder/companion care and other miscellaneous service.  Gift certificates may be purchased at <a href="Give the gift of service along with tips on finding a nanny for your family in the book “The Nanny Factor: A Parent’s Guide to Finding The Right Nanny for Your Family”.  We are finding here at Care4hire.com that purchasing gift certificates to hire a caregiver is a sensational gift.  Families can hire a sitter for their needs; whether it be pampering themselves, getting shopping done without the kids or enjoying time with their significant other as a couple - and knowing the children are in good hands.  Other services include housekeepers, tutors, pet sitters, elder/companion care and other miscellaneous service.  Gift certificates may be purchased at https://www.care4hire.com/gift-certificate/buy-gc.asp  A gift to go along with that is “The Nanny Factor: A Parent’s Guide to Finding the Right Nanny for Your Family”.   This book gives you the edge in interviewing, hiring and keeping a nanny that is perfect for your family.  https://www.nannies4hire.com/book/purchase-the-nanny-factor.asp" target="_blank">https://www.care4hire.com/gift-certificate/buy-gc.asp</a></p>
<p>A gift to go along with that is “The Nanny Factor: A Parent’s Guide to Finding the Right Nanny for Your Family”.   This book gives you the edge in interviewing, hiring and keeping a nanny that is perfect for your family.  <a href="https://www.nannies4hire.com/book/purchase-the-nanny-factor.asp" target="_blank">https://www.nannies4hire.com/book/purchase-the-nanny-factor.asp</a></p>
<p>Find Care4Hire here: <a href="http://www.care4hire.com/" target="_blank">http://www.care4hire.com/</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Nannies4Hire" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/Nannies4Hire</a>, and <a href="http://twitter.com/nannies4hire" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/nannies4hire</a></p>
<p><strong>D. Young Photography</strong></p>
<p><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/D.-Young-Photo-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4070" title="D. Young Photo Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/D.-Young-Photo-Holiday-Gift-Guide-300x189.jpg" alt="D. Young Photo Holiday Gift Guide" width="270" height="170" /></a>D. Young Photography is located in Kannapolis, NC and owned by Desirae Young. She works with families, weddings, engagements, newborns, children, events &amp; much more. Desirae not only works in Kannapolis but travels to surrounding areas for photo shoots, working indoor and outside.</p>
<p>D. Young Photography is offering 1 hour family sessions for $75 which includes 50-100 fully edited images on a high resolution cd &amp; a private online proof viewing. To book your appointment or to check out more of her work log onto <a href="http://www.dyoungphoto.com/" target="_blank">www.dyoungphoto.com</a></p>
<p>Find D. Young Photography here: <a href="http://www.dyoungphoto.com" target="_blank">http://www.dyoungphoto.com</a> or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kannapolis-NC/D-Young-Photography/64458992552" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kannapolis-NC/D-Young-Photography/64458992552</a></p>
<p><strong>Picaboo</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Picaboo-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4073" title="Picaboo Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Picaboo-Holiday-Gift-Guide-300x107.jpg" alt="Picaboo Holiday Gift Guide" width="300" height="107" /></a>Picaboo is a company full of people that are passionate about making it easy, fun and exciting for our customers to create beautiful photo books, greeting cards and calendars.</p>
<p>Our best-in-class, free downloadable software makes it simple to create beautiful products with your digital photos that capture memories of everyday life or special events such as weddings, vacations, graduations and more.</p>
<p>With Picaboo, the creative options are endless. As with all Picaboo products, pages for both photo books and calendars are fully customizable, allowing users to get the desired look they want with easy drag-and-drop functionality. Search more than 20,000 free backgrounds, embellish photos with unique corners, and use the eye-dropper tool to match backgrounds with contrasting colors in photos. This year, make something truly unique that family and friends will cherish.</p>
<p>Find Picabook here: <a href="http://www.picaboo.com/" target="_blank">http://www.picaboo.com/</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/picaboo" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/picaboo</a></p>
<hr /><strong>For Home:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Willow House</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Willow-House-Holiday-Gift-Guide.png"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-4075" title="Willow House Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Willow-House-Holiday-Gift-Guide.png" alt="Willow House Holiday Gift Guide" width="180" height="107" /></a>Willow House, formerly Southern Living at Home, offers great gift giving ideas, beautiful home decor and great kitchen accessories for the holiday season and all year &#8217;round.</p>
<p>Willow House with Nanci&#8217;s website contains over 100 products for you to choose from and you don&#8217;t have to attend a party to enjoy all of the great sales. Enjoy your own monthly special by purchasing $39.96 and getting one item $39.96 or lower for 50% off!</p>
<p>Give Willow House gifts to teachers, friends, family and neighbors.  Willow House carries a variety of products that come in sets.  Break sets into individual gifts to maximize cost! Take advantage of hosting parties whether in your home or our newest form of partying- hosting a virtual party. Check out November specials here: <a href="http://bit.ly/aYfBvM" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/aYfBvM</a></p>
<p>Find Willow House with Nanci here: <a href="http://www.mystore.willowhouse.com" target="_blank">http://www.mystore.willowhouse.com</a>, <a href="http://www.thewillowhouseblog.net" target="_blank">http://www.thewillowhouseblog.net</a>, or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/mystore.willowhouse" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/mystore.willowhouse</a></p>
<p><strong>Scentsy</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Scentsy-Logo.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3112" title="Scentsy Holiday Gift Guide" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Scentsy-Logo.jpg" alt="Scentsy Holiday Gift Guide" width="158" height="154" /></a> Scentsy is a Wickless Candle System. Each Scentsy warmer houses a low-watt light bulb that heats to melt a fragrant Scentsy wickless candle bar. No flame, no soot, no smoke, no lead! A Scentsy bar contains as much fragrant oil as a 12oz jar candle-at a fraction of the cost. You can choose from over 80 different scents. Scentsy also offers room sprays, car freshners, and much more.</p>
<p>All MommyBKnowsBest fans, place an order of at least $20 and get a free scentsy bar (Value $5.00)</p>
<p>Find Scentsy-Tracey Rominger here: <a href="http://www.traceyrominger.scentsy.us" target="_blank">http://www.traceyrominger.scentsy.us</a> or <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Huntersville-NC/Tracey-Rominger-Independent-Scentsy-Consultant/155266421174599" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Huntersville-NC/Tracey-Rominger-Independent-Scentsy-Consultant/155266421174599</a></p>
<p><strong>Zippo</strong></p>
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<p>Zippo may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of holiday gifts or stocking stuffers, but they have a full range of product which would make the perfect gift, especially for the person who seems to have just about everything. I’d like to quickly touch on one of these products –  the Zippo Candle Lighter</p>
<p>Zippo’s Candle Lighters add a touch of elegance when it comes to lighting candles around the house or starting a fire this holiday season. And priced from $14.95-$19.95, they won’t break the bank and would make a great gift for a loved one or friend. They’re also available in a range of colors and designs, including Snowflakes, so there’s sure to be a model that will be the right fit for just about anyone on your holiday gift list, whether it’s mom or your fashionista friends!</p>
<p>What’s more, is that the Zippo Candle Lighter patterns (Snowflake, Asian Floral, Cheetah, and Patriotic) are packaged in a cute holiday gift case that resembles a clutch, adding a bit more style to what’s already a fantastic holiday gift.</p>
<p>Find Zippo here: <a href="http://www.zippo.com/Products/Candle-Lighters.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.zippo.com/Products/Candle-Lighters.aspx</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Zippo" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/Zippo</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/zippo" target="_blank">http://twitter.com/zippo</a></p>
<p>If you&#8217;ve made it down this entire post, congratulations!! I know it is an incredibly long post, but guess what that means?? There&#8217;s tons of stuff that I&#8217;m giving away to you!! Starting December 1st I will be giving away a prize from each one of the above mentioned companies. Be sure to add my Holiday Gift Guide Button I featured above (also found on my right side bar), and follow me on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/mommybknowsbest" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://www.twitter.com/mommybknowsbest" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and Google Friend Connect to up your chances of winning, and I left the links on each company so you could do the same with them because it&#8217;ll count for your extra entries.</p>
<p>Happy Holidays!!!</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[In case you have never heard of Scentsy here&#8217;s a brief run-down: Scentsy was born from a desire to make a wickless, flameless alternative to candles and grew into one of many direct selling companies. Scentsy is now in it&#8217;s 6th year of business, and has won several awards for both ethics and growth in ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Scentsy-Logo.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3112" title="Scentsy Logo" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Scentsy-Logo.jpg" alt="Scentsy Logo" width="177" height="173" /></a>In case you have never heard of <a href="https://traceyrominger.scentsy.us/Home" target="_blank">Scentsy</a> here&#8217;s a brief run-down: Scentsy was born from a desire to make a wickless, flameless alternative to candles and grew into one of many direct selling companies. Scentsy is now in it&#8217;s 6th year of business, and has won several awards for both ethics and growth in their field. Scentsy has approximately 100,000 consultants around North America, Puerto Rico, and Guam.</p>
<p>I met with Scentsy consultant, Tracey Rominger who told me a little bit about her experiences with Scentsy and why she got involved.<span id="more-3065"></span></p>
<p>How did you first hear about Scentsy?</p>
<p><em>I first about Scentsy from a friend of my sisters about a year ago. I finally bought my first warmer from her and some scents last December. I agreed to host a party for her in May 2010. I then thought-I can do be a consultant, I can do this. I need extra income since I am a stay at home mom and I have alittle time to spare. So we turned that party in my first party as a consultant. My launch party was a success and I had my friends hooked! So I have been selling since then. </em></p>
<p>What is your favorite thing about Scentsy?</p>
<p><em>I never thought of selling anything, nothing ever interested me enough until Scentsy. I love the unique idea and that not many people have heard of this company. It is only 6 years old and they just signed on their 100,000 consultant a few months ago. They only have around 1100 consultants in NC, so that was a huge pro for me. </em></p>
<p><em> </em>What is your all-time, favorite Scentsy scent?</p>
<p><em>My favorite scent is Sunkissed Citrus</em>.</p>
<p>What is the BEST thing about selling Scentsy?</p>
<p><em>It sells itself. This is a unique idea and not many people have this type of thing in there house. These also make great gifts!</em></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/TraceyR.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-3167" title="TraceyR Scentsy" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/TraceyR.jpg" alt="TraceyR Scentsy" width="190" height="167" /></a>If you are interested in finding out more about Tracey Rominger and Scentsy you can email her at lovingsomescents@yahoo.com or go check out her website <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.traceyrominger.scentsy.us/" target="_blank">www.traceyrominger.scentsy.us</a>.  Scentsy also lends itself nicely to direct home sales, perfect for moms and dads, if you are interested in hosting a party let Tracey know, there are a lot of great hostess specials going on now and in the next couple of months.</p>
<p><strong>MommyB Knows Best Readers receive an exclusive Scentsy discount through 12/31/10. When you place your order with Tracey, mention you found her on MommyB Knows Best and receive a free hanging freshener</strong>.
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		<description><![CDATA[With Father&#8217;s Day just around the corner, I&#8217;ve been looking for some gift alternatives to the usual suspects&#8230;you know, the tie, cuff links, macaroni anything. Past years we&#8217;ve gotten Daddy B, a trip to a theme park, (in case you don&#8217;t know he&#8217;s a roller coaster superstar see thecoastercritic.com), a hand-painted shirt with Miss A&#8217;s ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1662" title="thanks dad" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/thanks-dad.JPG" alt="thanks dad" width="433" height="96" />With Father&#8217;s Day just around the corner, I&#8217;ve been looking for some gift alternatives to the usual suspects&#8230;you know, the tie, cuff links, macaroni anything. Past years we&#8217;ve gotten Daddy B, a trip to a theme park, (in case you don&#8217;t know he&#8217;s a roller coaster superstar see <a href="http://www.thecoastercritic.com" target="_blank">thecoastercritic.com</a>), a hand-painted shirt with Miss A&#8217;s handprints, handmade cards, and sort of a Wii <img src='http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>Nonetheless, we try to make each year special with at least one homemade element, and this year will not be any different. I did however find these amazing shirts that I just fell in love with. They&#8217;re like a Father&#8217;s Day card for years that daddy can wear all around to show his fatherly pride.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re in my shoes <a href="http://thanks-dad.com/" target="_blank">Thanks Dad</a> has some great inspired apparel for the Dad you&#8217;re celebrating.<span id="more-1103"></span><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1659" title="thanks dad" src="http://www.mommybknowsbest.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/thanks-dad-289x300.jpg" alt="thanks dad" width="231" height="240" />They have a current line of 4 Thanks Dad T-shirts to choose from with several different sizes and colors. I chose one that was appropriate for our family that I just loved and that was the Bike Tee. This t-shirt shows a father teaching his daughter how to ride a bike. Miss A got a bicycle for Christmas and Daddy B has been outside regularly teaching her how to pedal and steer, so I thought this one would be special. You can also choose from the Beach Tee, Ski Tee, and Fishing Tee.</p>
<p>Now I&#8217;m not quite sure why they sell both Youth and Adult sizes, maybe so the kid can match Daddy? That would be a cute idea. Anyway, here are some things I love about the shirt&#8230;it&#8217;s great quality and I love how different it is from other daddy shirts. I do wish they had shirts with multiple children and more than 4 choices, since I think the designs are great. Thanks Dad is however hoping to expand their inventory and include branded baseball caps, mugs, and other great products.</p>
<p>Order yours now for Father&#8217;s Day here: <a href="http://www.thanks-dad.com/index.php/">http://www.thanks-dad.com/index.php/</a> and tell me what you&#8217;re doing for Father&#8217;s Day this year.</p>
<p><strong>Thanks Dad is giving away one of their t-shirts of your choice to a lucky MommyB Knows Best reader.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Here&#8217;s how to win: </strong>Using the entry form directly below this post (NOT the comment form), submit your name, an email address that you check regularly, and the entry you are submitting. *<strong>Please note the Mandatory Entry MUST be completed before you can qualify for additional entries.</strong></p>
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