Seeing Harry Potter on Broadway, at a discount

Guest post written by Kirk Stone

I don't think that it's worth paying full price for things, especially when you're on vacation, if you can get away with it. Well, I do a bit of research before I go on vacation every year to find some really great deals and plan around those if I can. But I only take advantage of deals on things that I would want to do, regardless of our budget and time constraints. I knew that when we started planning our vacation to New York this summer, to make going to a Broadway play a priority.

I spent a good amount of time searching for discounted play tickets and while I was doing that one night I ran across the site http://hearingaids.miracle-ear.com/hearing-locations/maryland/b/baltimore/. After I read through it some, I decided to take some hearing aid tests and after I did, I got fitted with some hearing aids.

We decided to see the How To Succeed play that the Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe is starring in. He really was great and we were really satisfied with what we paid for our seats. That helps to enjoy something just a little bit more.

400 Follower giveaway

CRichmanFreebies has reached 400 GFC followers and it is time for a thank you giveaway!!!
The winner will receive a freebie goody bag filled with coupons and samples, a retail value of $25!!!

Thank you all for being CRichmanFreebies fans!!!

-Colleen

***Wednesday Freebies***

Print Coupons and Enter to Win $1,500! Click Here


Free sample of Just 6 dog food


Free subscription to 4Wheel & Off-Road magazine

Terri's Avon Specials Review

I LOVE decorating my house for holidays. Halloween and Christmas especially!!! Isn't this the cutest thing ever????

A lot of people think that Avon only carries makeup, but it's so much more. I love to buy their holiday items for decoration around my house. Check out Terri's Avon Specials for all your holiday decorating needs.

I did not receive any form of compensation for this review.

Mixbook Review

Mixbook is a great way to put your photos in memorable items to be cherised for years to come. One of the many options you can choose from is photo cards. Any type of card you need, they offer! Birth announcements, wedding invitations, holiday cards, party invitations, and much more. I opted for the christmas cards and chose to have my wedding picture on them (since I was just married last year). They came out great. Wonderful quality and I couldn't be happier.
You can find Mixbook on facebook and twitter.


I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

***Tuesday Freebies***

Free Attends sample pack


Free Prevail samples


Free kids Plackers



Free Splenda samples

LightHouse Legal Finance

Sometimes we find ourselves needing legal representation. It is hard to find someone you can trust. Even then, sometimes you have to wait a while for your settlement and then there is attorney fees. Lighthouse Legal Finance is a great way to ease your mind with the financial stress of your legal situation.
You simply fill out the free application and if you are approved your attorney will be notified via fax. You will be notified if you are approved and you will be on your way.
If you are looking for some assistance than look no further. Lawsuits and legal matters are stressful enough, why struggle with the financial aspects of it too? You can also find information on presettlement funding. Be sure to browse the link provided and look at the options available to you.
Sometimes it helps to have someone else on your side, to know that you are not alone. There are plenty of people out there in the same boat as you, especially now in this recession. But just because we are in a recession should not mean that we should have to give up our legal representation.
Attorney's are extremely expensive and their fees for the services can add up fast. Everything from a letter being sent to advice and court hearings all add up. Over the course of your need for representation it is likely that you will incur a rather hefty bill. Rest assured knowing there is someone out there than can help you ease the financial burden on your shoulders.

Please vote for Bullet!!!

Bullet is in second place for the Healthies Smile award! Please click the link below and click vote for him!
http://smile.greenies.com/smile-gallery/vote.aspx?id=837

Bullet thanks you!!! You can vote once a day so please spread the word and vote as often as you can.

Thank you

Planet Earth Essentials Review & *Giveaway*

Planet Earth Essentials has an amazing array of scents and they are all organic. I received the Jasmine Attar Perfume Oil and I love it!!!

Picture taken from Planet Earth Essentials website for demonstrative purposes only. No copyright infringement intended.

The jasmine smells so good and it lasts! There are no worries here if the scent is going to fade, it's a great product. A little goes a long way, which is even better because it lasts you even longer. I got a lot of compliments when I wore the Jasmine.
Aside from organic perfumes, Planet Earth Essentials also offers a variety of other products you will love. I am extremely happy that I stumbled upon this company, and I strongly recommend you check them out! Their products also make great gifts for the upcoming holiday, or even as someones birthday gift.
One lucky reader is going to win an organic botanical perfume of their own.

Dazzlme By Camille Review & *Giveaway*

Dazzleme has the most unique, stylish, and gorgeous hats I think I've evern seen! You can find a wide variety of styles and colors in the hats Dazzlme offers.
 'Just Me'-One of-a-kind, Baseball Caps, Fedoras, Fashion Hats, Holiday Hats, Kidz Capz, Men's hats, Military Caps, Newsboy Caps, Sorority Glam, Special Occasion Hats, Sun Hats, Visors, and Western Hats are among the wonderful hats you can choose from.
I received the Cami Military Cap in tan:

How awesome is that??? I LOVE it!!! It is extremely unique and I love the chains. The hat can be worn with practically any outfit. If you are wearing your "skinny jeans" with your sexy top and boots and going out for the night, or just lounging in your yoga pants and tank and you are headed to the store.
The hat is very comfortable to wear. It is not too form fitting, it's like you don't even know you have it on. (Until you get a compliment of course). I had plenty of people ask me where I got this hat, and how much they liked it. I am so happy with this hat, and I wear it with almost everything.
It's made of 100% cotton and it is adjustable in the back to give you the perfect fit that you want.
Thanks to Dazzlme one lucky reader is going to win the same hat that I received!

We have winners

Congrats to Becky for winning the My Lip Candy giveaway and to all of the 5 winners of the Neostrata giveaway:
Amy B.
D. Bush
Stephanie M.
Beth H.
D. Beeman

***Monday Freebies***

Free trick-or-treat kit


10 free business cards from MOO


Like Downy on facebook, click the unstoppables tab, and receive free down unstoppables laundry scent booster

Manna Bread Review & *Giveaway*

Manna Organics has the most delicious bread around! It is organic, yeast free, and there is no salt or artificial flavors of any sort! I received 4 of their most popular flavors and my favorite is the fruit and nut. They all had wonderful flavor, were extremely moist, and delicious! Manna Organics breads are high in fiber and can be used in a variety of ways. Here are some recipe examples on their website.
Thanks to the kind folks at Manna Organics, one lucky reader is going to win a box of 4 breads of the most popular flavors for themselves!!!

New winner picked

The winner of the Green Tea Daily giveaway did not respond, so a new winner needed to be chosen. Congrats to Dana B for winning. I hope everyone who was involved in the stormy weather is doing okay, be safe!!!

Bella Viva Orchards Review

Bella Viva Orchards is certified as an organic fruit grower and they have an amazing selection. I was sent 4 bags of their dried fruit to try:

Strawberry, Cherry, Apple, and Apricot. My favorite was the apricot. I loved it! Sometimes dried fruit can taste very bland, but I can honestly say that the dried fruit from Bella Viva Orchards was extremely flavorful and delicious! Better yet, it's healthy! They also have chocolates, trail mix, nuts and more! Be sure to visit their website and see all that they have to offer. If you are looking for that perfect gift, than look no further. They offer gift baskets and fruit trays at affordable prices. You can also get free shipping on any online order of $69 or more.
Be sure to like Bella Viva Orchards on facebook, youtube and on their blog. They offer delicious products at great prices, and since they are healthy for you, you can eat them guilt free!!!

***Sunday Freebies***

Bringing these to you early just in case I lose power with the storm!!!


Free Huggies snug-n-dry samples

Free subscription to Baby Talk magazine and more

***Saturday Freebies***

Free subscription to REMEDY magazine, and also when you get the free subscription you also get free samples. 2 for 1, can't beat it!!!


Free Calvin Klein fragrance sample


Free John Frieda sample (another new link)

With the apporaching storm coming, I will do my best to update my blog and get your freebies to you :) If I am not on for a bit, please know it is due to power failure or something else unforseen from the storm. Please keep my family in your prayers, and I am really trying to think good thoughts that the weather isn't going to be as bad as they say.

~Colleen

We have a winner

Congrats to Brenda W. for winning the Juggle Fit giveaway! Her entry was chosen randomly and she has 48 hours to respond or another winner must be chosen. Once again, be sure to enter the giveaways under the current giveaways tab. Good luck!!!

Happy Freebie Friday

Here's what I got this week:

Buyers Guide Ski mag, Time Out NY mag, Wag World mag, Kashi granola bar, Beneful dog food, Fresh Rinse clip, and 2 pads

***Friday Freebies***

Hot Deal for all the bakers!!!
Tasty Top Cake Pop - Buy One Get One Free! Click Here
(perfect for a gift idea, buy one for yourself and use the freebie as a gift)


Free Oil of Olay Pro-x clear mask


Sunday Coupon Preview


Free gourmet food sample

Laurie Berkner Band's NEW DVD/CD combo pack "Party Day" Review and Giveaway! (U.S.) Ends 9/12

I am co-hosting a giveaway with Airplanes and Dragonflies who wrote the following review for the giveaway:

My son's 4th birthday (Heather on Airplanes and Dragonflies) is coming up and we can't wait to share the Laurie Berkner Band's NEW DVD/CD combo pack called "Party Day" with our friends and their children! It's going to be so awesome to have it playing in the background for the kids to check out, watch, and interact with. The CD includes five songs from the DVD, including "My Family." Our favorite song on the DVD and CD is "Where is the Cake?" I love playing the CD in the car over and over again. It's nice that I can listen and sing along with something that is great for my children to listen to.

Check out the "Party Day" song on the DVD above! Turn up your speakers!

My children love to dance, play, and act out the movements that go along with the DVD and CD. I am going to have to purchase the previous Laurie Berkner Band's DVD, "Let's Hear it for the Laurie Berkner Band!" just so I can change things up once in a while.

My favorite song by The Laurie Berkner Band is called "Moon, Moon, Moon." I love singing this song to my children at night and to help calm them down. They sing along with me and because it's a slow song, it helps to soothe them and calm them down.

You can check out a Q&A with Laurie Berkner on Working Mother!

Follow The Laurie Berkner Band on Facebook. Check out their "Party Day" Webcast on Youtube!

Download Laurie Berkner Band's song "One Seed" along with four other Laurie Berkner Band songs when you purchase two specially-marked Seventh Generation Laundry or Baby Care products and join the Seventh Generation Rewards Program. Simply log in or sign up, and then enter the unique codes found on the specially marked products to unlock your download. Codes can be redeemed here.

Buy It!:
You can purchase The Laurie Berkner Band's NEW DVD "Party Day" on Amazon.com for $13.49!

Win It!
Enter for a chance to Win your very own copy of The Laurie Berkner Band's DVD/CD "Party Day!" Open to residents of the continental United States only. Ends 9/12/2011 at 11:59p.m. EST (actually on 9/13 at 12:01am EST)

Tweet:
Laurie Berkner Band "Party Day" DVD Giveaway! Ends 9/12 http://tinyurl.com/3awawko @matthewsmommy

You can enter this giveaway on Airplanes and Dragonflies or on CRichman Freebies! One winner will be chosen when the giveaway is over and the winner will be sent an email that they won the giveaway!

We have winners

Congrats to Melissa K for winning the Grean Tea Daily giveaway and to Rebecca W for winning the Baby Bond giveaway. Winners have been notifed via email and will have 48 hours to reply, or a new winner must be chosen. Be sure and enter the ongoing giveaways, ya never know what you might win!!!

***Thursday Freebies***

Free Crest toothpaste sample, hurry this will go fast I'm sure!!!


Like ECOVER on facebook and click the free samples tab, you will get 2 free dishwasher tablets. You have ton confirm your email address for this one, so my suggestion is give them your secondary email address in case they try to send you sales and promotional info emails.


Free ESCADA perfume samples


FREE 8x10 photo canvas (A $49.99 value) just pay shipping can't beat that! Makes a perfect gift too.

***Wednesday Freebies***

Get woman freebies, picked by women for women


Free one year subscription to Chevy magazine


Free Tena pads

We have a winner

Congrats to Likes 2 Sweep for winning the Solar Lights giveaway. She has 48 hours to respond with her shipping information or a new winner must be chosen. Be sure to enter the remaining ongoing giveaways under the current giveaways tab. Good luck!!!

One Call Away book review

One Call Away is written by Brenda Warner with Jennifer Schuchmann. From the very first page, I couldnt' put down this book. I think I read this book faster than any other book that I've ever read. To know that someone else has hit that point in their life where everything just seems to be going crazy, makes you feel like you're not alone.
When I first got this book, I was anxious to read it. It was a rather thick book, so at first I thought "Oh this is going to be boring". I was mistaken. Turn for turn, each page is filled with emotion and truth. It's a great read and I can't believe how little time it took me to read it. I was hooked.
The book is well written and it keeps your attention the entire time. No need to look back in the book for something that you missed or don't understand. I strongly recommend this book, especially to those who need some encouragement to know that you're not alone when it comes to the world bringing you down.

I did not receive any financial compensation for this review. I did, however, receive free product for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own.

We have winners

Congrats to Latanya for winning the Wellabys giveaway and to Dana B. for winning the Kids 'N Pets stain remover. Their entries were chosen randomly by rafflecopter. To those of you who entered but did not win, be sure to check out the current giveaway tab to enter the ongoing list of giveaways.

***Tuesday Freebies***

"Like" Redbox on facebook and get a code for a free rental


Free Arthritis guide, for you or someone you know Click Here


Free travel guides Click Here

Whats been going on in my house, and Bullet's recovery

It's been a long 2 weeks in my house. It started off that my big dog, Bailey, needed surgery. Since she weighs 160lbs, and by far outweighs me, having her needing assistance getting into bed and up and down steps was quite entertaining! My husband is in Virginia during the week, so it's been tough.

Yes, that was my bed until she took it over :) Needless to say when my husband came home on the weekend I was happy to see him, but even happier that I had someone a bit stronger to help with Bailey. Then sunday comes and my husband heads back to Virginia to continue his fire academy training. Monday hits and Bullet decides he's mad at Bailey, freaks out and falls off the sofa hitting his head on the rocker. I rushed him to the ER vet, and they said he had head trauma (those of you that have been following my blog probably read my post about that). It was a grueling time waiting for results, but in the end they said he was ok.

Then he comes home to recover! Now, I'm ready to have a nervouse breakdown since both my dogs are in pain and recovering. I hate seeing them sad and hurting. Then since Bailey hates the cone on her head, she keeps ramming into things to try to get the cone off. She knocks the trash can over, and Bullet gets into some chocolate. Back to the vet we go with him and he spent the night in the ER to be monitored and they gave him charcoal to get it all out of his stomach. He was on IV's for the night and the day since he was dehydrated (when I got him home he could barely walk and fell over so I rushed him back to the vet and that's what they said it was, dehydration from low electrolytes). After picking him up from the vet and bringing him home the second time, I was a nervous wreck. It was one thing after another, and I felt so bad. I couldnt' blame him though, who doesn't love chocolate??? I couldnt' be mad at Bailey either for knocking the trash can over because who the heck wants a cone on their head???? Needless to say they were both home and recovering.

Bailey wanted rest, and Bullet wanted tummy rubs

All in all, they are both getting better. Bailey's biopsey was negative, so that was great news. Bullet started getting back to himself, and when he was harassing the cat I knew he was feeling better!

Although I was literally thinking I was going to have a nervous breakdown, we all got through it! You can imagine how hard it was on my husband too being in Virginia and not being able to be near them when they were sick :( They are like our babies, and we love them!!!

Healing mastiffs & chihuahuas,

Colleen

My Lip Candy Review & *Giveaway*

My Lip Candy has the best lip balms ever! They are not sticky or tacky and they feel great on your lips. Best yet, they are all natural and handcrafted. The flavors are great, and they smell so good.

My Lip Candy offers lip balm in a variety of ways. They have tubes, tins, lip gloss, lip tints, and they even offer male lip care. You are sure to find something you will fall in love with. Or you might just fall in love with everything they offer, I wouldn't be surprised.
Thanks to My Lip Candy  one lucky reader is going to win some My Lip Candy goodies of their own!

NeoStrata Review & *Giveaway*

NeoStrata has a variety of skin care products to soothe your skin and help with any skin types/issues. I have under eye circles, because I don't get nearly enough sleep. I used one of NeoStrata's many eye creams and I LOVE it.

They offer a ton of eye cream products as well as other products for all skin types.

 I am extremely happy with the results I saw using their product. If you are in the market for a new cream or a new company that you can get restuls with, I recommend NeoStrata!!! Even if you have a friend or relative that could use some wonderful products, it makes a great gift.
Pictures taken from NeoStrata website for demonstrative purposes only. No copyright infringement intended.

Thanks to NeoStrata 5 lucky winners are going to receive a deluxe sample!