Have you ever watched a movie that really made you think? One that opened your eyes and impacted your life? I have to admit I have not watched many movies like this, in fact there are only a few that come to mind. That's why I was excited to learn about the new short film MOST and it's powerful message.

About the movie:

MOST, the Czech word for "The Bridge," is a fitting title for this 21st-century parable about a loving father, his young son, and the fateful day when they attempt to head off an impending rail disaster. Hundreds of passengers aboard an oncoming steam train are completely unaware of the danger that looms as they head toward an open drawbridge. As a desperate young woman witnesses an act of mercy beyond imagination, her life is changed forever—as are the lives of all who see this film. Both heart wrenching and glorious, MOST vividly portrays the greatest offering of love, sacrifice, hope, and forgiveness known to man.

When the MOST - Deluxe Edition arrived on our doorstep, I was very curious to watch it and see what I thought. Could a 33 minute film really have much of a story line? The answer is YES!

As I began watching this movie, I was immediately moved. The love between this father and son was evident...even with the main characters speaking Czech, the subtitles made it easy to follow and did not take away from the movie at all. The entire 33 minutes I was glued! As the story went on, I couldn't help but tear up for this father as he had to make a decision that would change his life (and the lives of others) forever.

What if everything in our lives came down to one ultimate decision? What if we were forced to choose between all that we know and love...and the welfare of others? What would the aftermath of this kind of life-altering decision be? All of these questions ran through my mind as I watched this movie. A father had to make an unthinkable decision... to save his son, or to save a train full of passengers unaware of what their fate might hold. A sacrifice many of us can not even think of having to make in our own lives. It's a modern day parable of the verse, John 3:16... one we are very familiar with in our home.

The two friends who teamed up to create this short film have illustrated Christianity's most simple, yet fundamental truth of God's remarkable love and sacrifice in any amazing, thought provoking way. It's a feature that not only encourages spiritual growth but one that could impact your life in an incredible way. The Deluxe Edition includes the 33-minute film, as well as the making of most, bonus scenes, extended ending, introduction and commentary by Luis Palau, study guide and more!

Buy It: You can purchase MOST: The Deluxe Edition starting March 1st at a number of Christian retail stores and online retailers for $14.99.

Win It: One very lucky reader is going to win a copy of Most: The Deluxe Edition DVD for themselves!

Mandatory Entry - Visit the MOST website and let me know something you learned or your thoughts after watching the short movie trailer.

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Since becoming a mom I have found that going anywhere with two kids means packing a bag of some sort. Between the snacks, diapers, wipes, pacifiers, etc....it's a must! Diaper bags are a good choice at times, but I love to carry something small and stylish too. That's why I was excited when introduced to Infantino's Savvy Bag as part of the Infantino Test Drive program.

Features/Benefits:

• On-the-go tote with fold-out changing pad
• Smart design stows all you essentials
  
• Water resistant pad turns any spot into a clean & comfy changing area
• Fold-out changing pad detaches from clutch

When the Savvy Bag arrived, I was immediately impressed with the quality. I absolutely love the durable material. It's something that I can tell will last through the wear and tear of daily use and will hold up for a long time to come. It's also the perfect size...small enough to easily take with us wherever we go, but large enough to hold a number diapers, wipes, and other important items. I love how stylish it looks and is something I am proud to carry on my shoulder.


Of course, one of the neatest things about this slim baby changing clutch, is the ingenious removable pad that gives baby a clean and comfy changing or sitting area when we're out and about. Whether it be picnics, parks, or other travels....it makes diaper changing super simple. I love how compact it folds up, making the bag look like a clutch and not a bulky diaper bag. It's nice that it detaches for when we need it, and I also like that without it, the clutch can be used as more of a handbag. Versatile products like this are much appreciated. As the kids get older and we don't need as many diapers, wipes, etc I'll be able to use it to carry other essentials (snacks, etc).

Overall I've been thrilled with the Infantino Savvy Bag. It's great quality, stylish, and best of all makes it easy to take diapers, wipes and other important things with us wherever we go. This has replaced the diaper bag for many of the shorter outings we go on. I love it and would recommend it to any mom.
Stay tuned for our review of another great Infantino product coming soon!

Buy It: You can purchase the Savvy Bag Baby Changing Clutch for $22.99.

You can connect with Infantino on Facebook and Twitter

**I'm a participant in a Mom Central Consulting campaign for Infantino and have received various Infantino products as part of my participation.**

As a new mom I remember walking down the baby isles feeling overwhelmed by all the product choices. Which were must-haves and which were not?! Over the years I've learned what I can and can't live without, and no matter what the product...when it comes to baby gear, safety is my top priority. That's why I love the selection of great products Safety 1st offers families with young children!
Dedicated to helping provide a safer world for children, Safety 1st has been providing families with high quality, innovative products for the past 25 years. With everything from bath, home safety, travel and play items...it's no wonder they have become a name parents know and trust.

I'm sure most of you are well aware that I'm a huge fan of Safety 1st. We own several of their products and are continually impressed with the quality, safety and style. That's why I was excited to learn we were going to have the opportunity to review their Espresso Swing Gate.

Features/Benefits:

• Perfect for stairs and doorways
• Hardware mounted for added security
• Adjustable from 30" to 48 ", 26" high
• Safety meets style

As Kaden gets older he enjoys following around his sister more and more. I love watching them play together, but am often concerned he will try to go up and down the stairs when she does and get hurt. That's why I was thrilled when the Espresso Swing Gate arrived and couldn't wait to check it out.

As I pulled the safety gate out of the box, I was immediately impressed with the attractive design. I love that the style compliments our home decor perfectly.

With as much time as the kids spend downstairs in their playroom, I knew the perfect place for the swing gate would be at the bottom of the stairs. Kaden is always trying to crawl up them, which makes me nervous as I know he could lose his balance and fall very easily. Having a gate that keeps him from climbing them is a must.

My husband is usually the one to install things like this, so I let him get it set up. In less than 10 minutes he had it mounted to the wall and ready to go. I was amazed how easy it was to do. Not only that, but I LOVE that it is hardware mounted for added security. We've only ever owned the type of gates that that are stretched to fit the wall and not mounted. With the slightest push a gate like that will fall over, so having something that is secured to the wall has been wonderful!

I absolutely love having it at the bottom of our stairs and couldn't be happier with how nice it looks.

Not only that, but it keeps Kaden safe when playing downstairs with Kaelyn. The 26" height is perfect for a child his age and although it's very easy to open for an adult by simply pulling up on the lever, he is not able to do it on his own which is great! I really like that it swings open rather than slides as well. Even when we have our hands full, it's very easy to swing open.

Overall I'm very happy with the Espresso Swing Gate. The quality is great, it's stylish, and most importantly...it's made to help protect my kids and keep them safe. We're loving it and will definitely be recommending it to other parents we know!

Buy It: You can purchase the Espresso Swing Gate from Safety 1st for $64.99.
Win It: One lucky reader is going to win an Espresso Swing Gate like the one we received!

Mandatory Entry - Visit Safety 1st and let me know another product you'd love to have.

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This giveaway will end March 18th and is open to US Only

**The products for this review and giveaway were provided for free by Safety 1st. All opinions are my own and were not influenced in any way. The opinions of others may differ from my own**

I have a couple more winners to announce, both have been contacted and have 48 hours to get back in touch with me.

Melissa & Doug Railway Set Giveaway ~ Commenter #91, Kim


The Couponizer Giveaway ~ Commenter #6, Sarah Matos

Thank you to everyone who entered. Please be sure to check all of my current giveaways along the sidebar. I will be MIA for a few days beginning on Thursday and will be checking in periodically. Stay tuned, I have lots of great giveaways lined up.

I don't know about you, but our family has always enjoyed playing games together. And, when thinking about the best games out there...Hasbro comes to mind right away. But did you know that they are not only a leader in the games industry though, but also the world's largest manufacturer of puzzles? I have to admit, I did not know this until just recently when introduced to their all new Ji Ga Zo puzzle.
For those who are unfamiliar with Ji Ga Zo, it's revolutionizing the puzzle category! This awesome puzzle has 300 pieces that you arrange to create any face — even your own! Using the included CD-Rom software, you can create a different image and puzzle every time you play for hours of fun.

When I first read about Hasbro's Ji Ga Zo puzzle game, I was very intrigued. I have to admit I wasn't quite sure how it would work, but was excited to find out when sent one for our family to review.

When it arrived I read through the user-friend instructions and was pleasantly surprised to find it was very easy to get started. I began by popping out all of the puzzle pieces and laying them in groups based on color - they are sepia colored on one side and colored with symbols on the other (this makes it easier to use the pieces later on).


I then installed the CD-Rom software on my computer (which literally took minutes) and uploaded a digital picture for my very first personalized puzzle. I decided to go with a picture of Kaelyn and Kaden that I love.

The software allows you to zoom in and change the contrast. Once I was ready, the software converted the picture into a puzzle map of symbols and colors (which correspond with the puzzle pieces I put into piles in the beginning). These 300 pieces are specially created with unique colors and shading that let them interlock to create almost ay face image you upload. I was curious how much it would actually look like the picture, but would soon find out.

I arranged the pieces according to the icon map (which you can print out or leave up on your computer) and watched as my own special puzzle came to life! I was amazed how great it looked once I had it all done. Isn't it neat?!

It took a while with 300 pieces, but was a lot of fun and very easy to do! Although this game is for 8 years+, Kaelyn even enjoyed helping try to find the right pieces. We both had a great time, and she was tickled to see her picture on the puzzle.

I truly think this is one of the neatest games/puzzles I've ever owned. Since the puzzle is assembled based on a custom map, the image can be changed, the map updated and the pieces reshuffled for hours and days of fun! I love it!! The possibilities are virtually endless and the face-making fun goes on and on.

Information about Ji Ga Zo:

• Includes CD-ROM with software and instructions, 300 puzzle pieces and assembly grid.
• Adult installation required.
• System minimum requirements: Windows XP/Vista/7, 2 GHz, 1 GB memory, 600 dpi printer, 4x CD-Rom or Macintosh OS X 10.4.11, 1.83 GHz Intel, 512 memory, 600 dpi printer, 4x CD-Rom.
• Ages 8 and up

Buy It: You can purchase the Ji Ga Zo puzzle at Hasbro for $24.99.
**I was provided a review sample in exchange for my honest opinions. The opinions of others may differ from my own**

Every once in a while my husband will wake up a little early, head to the store and surprise the kids and I with donuts in the morning. It's such a fun treat for the kids. In fact, Kaelyn often asks if we can make our very own donuts right here at home. She loves to help in the kitchen, and since making donuts is something I remember doing with my mom as a child...I thought it would be a lot of fun. Searching for the best way to do this, I came across the Donut Maker on the HearthSong website.

Since 1983, HearthSong has committed themselves to providing parents with age-appropriate, wholesome, and quality playthings for children. It is their belief childhood is a vital chapter in life and a special time when children can experience as much creative, imaginative play as possible. They guarantee that each item is carefully selected for it's quality and safety...and as their motto states, their products are Toys You'll Feel Good About Giving.


By now you probably know what a big HearthSong fan I am. I love the unique variety of children's products that they offer, and couldn't have been happier to learn we were going to have the opportunity to review the Mini Donut Maker.

Features/Benefits:

• Bakes in less than 4 minutes
  
• More energy efficient than an oven
• Makes 7 mini donuts at one time
• 8" diameter
• Perfect portion size

We were excited to check out the Mini Donut Maker when it arrived. As I pulled it out of the box, I was very impressed with the quality. It's more durable than I expected and reminds me a lot of a waffle maker in appearance and the way it works.

To get started we first wiped off the baking plates with a damp rag and sprayed it with cooking oil to make it easier to get the donuts out. I have to admit that as I prepped this little appliance, I was wondering just how these donuts would turn out. The place for each of the donuts was smaller than I had expected, so I was even more excited to try it out and see the results.

Before doing anything further, Kaelyn and I decided to mix up a batch of donut batter which was a lot of fun. There is actually a recipe right in the back of the instructional manual, but I'm sure there are many others out there as well.

Once we were ready, we plugged the Donut Maker in and the ready indicator light came on. This let us know that the appliance had begun preheating. We let it pre-heat until the light went out so that the cooking plates reached the correct temperature of cooking. Now we were ready to make some donuts! YAY!

Since the Donut Maker was so hot, this is a step I did on my own while Kaelyn sat back and watched. I lifted up on the handle to open the appliance, and began pouring in a small amount of donut batter into each place and let it bake for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.

Once done, I lifted up on the handle (with an oven mit, the outside gets pretty hot too) and removed each donut with a spatula. I was amazed with how easy they removed from the baking plate. We dipped the tops into melted butter, then sugar or sprinkles and ended up with a lot of yummy little treats for breakfast (or any snack throughout the day). What a great way to make homemade donuts! They are the perfect portion size.

I'm looking forward to trying other donut recipes and using this many more times with Kaelyn. She had a blast and couldn't believe how quickly we had a plate full of donuts. It's definitely more fun, and cost-effective to get our donuts this way. Not to mention that the donuts take about 4 minutes to bake up fresh without any deep frying. I love it!

Enjoying her donut

Since the cooking plates are coated with a non-stick cooking surface, very little cleaning is required. With the use of a damp cloth I was able to clean it easily. Once it was cooled and cleaned, I slipped it in the cupboard. I love that it's small enough where it doesn't take up much space and can be stored horizontally or vertically to save on space.

We've been extremely pleased with the Mini Donut Maker! It's convenient, great quality, and a fun way to spend time in the kitchen with Kaelyn. There is also a mini cupcake maker version of this appliance which I would love to get at some point too!


Buy It: You can purchase the Mini Donut Maker for $29.98 at HearthSong.com.

Win It: One very lucky reader is going to win a Mini Donut Maker like the one we received.

Mandatory Entry - Visit HearthSong and let me know another product you'd love to have.

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#WIN a Mini Donut Maker from HearthSong! #momsbalancingact http://bit.ly/dOdSLA Ends 3/18

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This giveaway will end March 18th and is open to US and Canada

**The products for this review and giveaway were provided for free by HearthSong. All opinions are my own and were not influenced in any way. The opinions of others may differ from my own**

Have you ever been sitting outside at a football game in the bitter cold, only to find the cup of coffee you brought didn't stay hot? Or what about at a baseball game on a warm summer day with a bottle of water that wasn't cold anymore? I have been in situations like this too...which is why I was to come across Zojirushi.

For over 90 years, Zojirushi has been developing and manufacturing high quality, functional, stylish, safe and easy to use household products and appliances. Meeting the needs of today's active lifestyles with everything from convenient rice cookers and bread makers, to stainless steel lunch jars, compact electric water boilers and more...it's no wonder they are a company known around the globe.

When I first came across the Zojirushi website, I was impressed with their selection of products and excited to learn I was going to have the opportunity to review the Zojirushi Tuff Mug.

Features/Benefits:

• Stainless steel vacuum insulation
  
• Easy-to-clean nonstick interior
• Tight fitted lid keeps beverages hotter or colder than travel mugs
• Plastic cover around the mouth of the mug
• Stylish
• Available in several colors
• 12 oz.

Most mornings I'll pour myself a cup of cappuccino, take a few sips and then get busy doing other things around the house. When I come back, I usually find that my yummy start to the day is already cold. So, when the Tuff Mug arrived, I was very eager to try it out.

As I pulled it out of the box, I was already drawn to the great red color and sleek design. It's very stylish and something I wouldn't mind taking with me wherever I'm at.

The 2-5/8 x 2-5/8 x 6-3/4 in size is also perfect. It's slightly narrower than other mugs with the same capacity which makes gripping it a lot easier. I love it!

The quality is top-notch and something I see lasting a very long time. It's durable and not something I have to worry about breaking.

Of course, aside from appearance I couldn't wait to test it out. Could it really keep my beverages hot (or cold) for extended periods of time? Having used it several times, I can tell you it definitely does! I knew Zojirushi is known for their superior vacuum insulated products...but had no idea how well it actually works. The stainless steel vacuum insulation actually keeps beverages hot or cold longer. Whether it's hot tea or cold water....it seems to do a great job of keeping the desired temperature. The vacuum insulation is achieved by removing the air between the thin layers of stainless steel that make up the body of the mug. When this is done, the temperature outside of the body does not transfer into the bottle, which is why a beverage is kept hot or cold for many hours.

The tight fitted lid also helps keep beverages hot or cold as well.

The Tuff Mug features a plastic cover around the mouth for a more comfortable feel. Not only that, but the wide mouth of the mug actually accommodates full size ice cubes which is great for those cold drinks on hot days! It reminds me of a thermos, as it's made to drink directly from the mug. It is not the kind of mug you'd want to drink out of in the car while driving since it's an open top, but is great for home, work, or anywhere else you're going.

When it comes to any product, having something that's easy to clean is important. Thankfully, the Tuff Mug is a piece of cake. I simply rinse and clean it out right after each use. The interior nonstick coating makes the mug easy-to-clean as does the stopper which disassembles.

I've had the opportunity to use the Tuff Mug several times and am not only impressed with how hot or cold it keeps my drinks, but also the fact that it doesn't leak when closed. Yay! I've tilted it upside down, laid it on it's side, etc to test it out and have had no problems. I obviously keep it in an upright position, but thought it was great that if it would happen to get knocked over...that it doesn't leak when closed.

Overall I've been very impressed with this product. The quality is great and it's stylish and easy to use. I see myself getting a lot of use out of this both this winter and throughout the summer. It's been great for at home, as well as handy and versatile for taking with me to have when visiting friends, family, etc.

Buy It: You can purchase the Tuff Mug and other Zojirushi products at a number of retail locations and online stores.

Win It: Thanks to Zojirushi, one reader is going to win a Tuff Mug of their own.

Mandatory Entry - Visit Zojirushi and let me know another product you'd like to have.

Extra Entries: (Only valid after the mandatory entry has been completed. Leave 1 comment for each extra entry)

1. 3 extra entries- Blog about this giveaway (linking to this post and Zojirushi) and leave THREE comments with the URL to that post.

2. 1 extra entry- Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway (You can tweet once a day for one extra entry every day)! You can copy and paste:

#WIN a Stainless Steel Tuff Mug from Zojirushi! #momsbalancingact http://bit.ly/hL9MTu Ends 3/18

3. 3 extra entries- Post my blog button or blog URL to your blog and leave a comment with the URL to your blog. (If it already is, leave me a comment letting me know)

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Leave one comment for each entry you complete above including with each, your e-mail address (or make sure it's visible in your profile) so that I can easily contact the winner!!

This giveaway will end March 18th and is open to US Only

**The products for this review and giveaway were provided for free by Zojirushi. All opinions are my own and were not influenced in any way. The opinions of others may differ from my own**

I have several winners to announce. All have been emailed and have 48 hours to get back in touch with me.

Shabby Apple Dress of Choice ~ T @ The Happy Clipper
Plow & Hearth $50 GC ~ mframe
20 Piece Knork Flatware Set ~ The NEW Mommiez Blend
Summer Infant Potty Trainer/Step Stool ~ Traci Smith
Sanuk item of choice ~ Brandy
Build-A-Bear Workshop $25 GC ~ sohamolina
Two 4 packs of AA Energizer Batteries ~ amanda

Don't forget to check out all of my current giveaways along the sidebar. And, stay tuned as there are a lot of great ones coming soon! :)

No matter what time of year it is, it seems there are always gifts to be bought. Whether it be Valentine's Day, Father's Day, a birthday, or just because...I am always on the lookout for unique and special gifts. That's why I love Executive Gift Shoppe!

Executive Gift Shoppe started in 1999 as a small personalized gift store in Nauet, NY that catered to the wedding and corporate gift industry. They have since become a trusted name known by many when it comes to finding high quality personalized gifts that are affordable and one of a kind. Although they have grown and added thousands of new products, one thing that hasn't changed is their commitment to quality and 100% customer satisfacation. Customers are their #1 priority and they want to make sure you're happy with your purchase every time!

I first came across Executive Gift Shoppe last Fall and was very impressed with the selection of products they offered for both men and women. For me, it's never easy to come up with unique gift ideas for men especially...so having a place that offers everything from hip flasks to groomsmen gifts is much appreciated!

We had the opportunity to review one of their desktop organizers in October and were thrilled with the quality and sleek design. That's why I was excited to learn I was going to have the chance to review another of their great products.

Executive Gift Shoppe sent us their Leather Checkpoint Travel Documents & Passport Holder in black to review.

Features/Benefits:

• Genuine leather passport holder
• Boarding pass & airline ticket holder
• ID Holder
• Two currency pockets
• Pen slot and 2 additional pockets for storing important travel documents
• Can be personalized with up to 3 initials at no charge
• Dimensions: 8 3/4 x 4 1/2 x 1/4
• Packaged in an elegant gift box

With my hubby and I going on a trip soon, I had a feeling the Leather Checkpoint Travel Documents & Passport Holder would come in very handy and couldn't wait to check it out.

When it arrived, I was immediately impressed with the elegant gift box it comes in. Not only is it great for gift-giving, but it also makes it the perfect place to store the passport holder safely when not in use.

As I opened the box and pulled it out, I was very pleased with the quality of the genuine leather. It's durable and soft. It's simple and sleek, yet professional and could easily be used by either a man or a woman. I love it!

Best of all...this high quality passport holder has all the space we need. I don't know about you, but I don't like standing in the airport digging through my purse to find our airline tickets, my ID, or passports. I want to have it all ready to go in a convenient and safe location. That's why I am so happy with each of the holders in the product. There is a place just for our airline tickets and boarding passes, as well as an ID holder, currency pockets, 2 additional pockets for storing important travel documents, and even a pen slot! WOW!

I have to say I am very impressed with all that this holds and was happy to see that we could easily fit our money and each of our passports in it with ease. It will be so nice having everything together in one spot. It's secure and now I won't be digging through our bag trying to find it all when we need it. YAY!

Before receiving it, I couldn't help but wonder if it might seem too large after reading all that it could hold. Thankfully, I found I had no reason to be concerned. The 8 3/4 x 4 1/2 x 1/4 size is absolutely perfect!

I am very happy with the Leather Checkpoint Travel Documents & Passport Holder. The quality is great, I love the style...and best of all...it offers all the slots and pockets I need to keep all our essential documents together when traveling. It can even be personalized with up to 3 initials for free! I chose not to do this since I know it's something my husband and I will both be using, but it's great to know that a person has this option if they were purchasing for someone specific. What a neat way to personalize such a useful gift.

Of course, passport holders are just some of the many unique products offered at ExecutiveGiftShoppe.com. With so many one-of-a-kind, personalized gifts...you're sure to find something that suits yourself (or the person you're looking to buy for) perfectly. I would definitely recommend checking them out.

Buy It: You can purchase the Leather Checkpoint Travel Documents & Passport Holder for $45.90.

Win It: One very lucky reader is going to win a $25 Gift Certificate to use at ExecutiveGiftShoppe.com!

Mandatory Entry - Visit Executive Gift Shoppe and leave a comment letting me know something you might choose if you won.

Extra Entries: (Only valid after the mandatory entry has been completed. Leave 1 comment for each extra entry)

1. 1 extra entry- Like Executive Gift Shoppe on Facebook

2. 1 extra entry- Follow Executive Gift Shoppe on Twitter

3. 3 extra entries- Blog about this giveaway (linking to this post and Executive Gift Shoppe) and leave THREE comments with the URL to that post.

4. 1 extra entry- Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway (You can tweet once a day for one extra entry every day)! You can copy and paste:

#WIN a $25 Gift Certificate to Executive Gift Shoppe! #momsbalancingact http://bit.ly/gWcYZV Ends 3/11

5. 3 extra entries- Post my blog button or blog URL to your blog and leave a comment with the URL to your blog. (If it already is, leave me a comment letting me know)

6. 2 extra entries- subscribe to A Mom's Balancing Act via e-mail (found along the side column) and leave TWO comments letting me know.

7. 2 extra entries- 'Like' A Mom's Balancing Act on Facebook

8. 2 extra entries- Follow my blog publicly on Google Friend Connect

9. Enter any of my other current giveaways. Leave me a comment on which one(s)....ONE entry for EACH giveaway you enter!!

10. 1 extra entry- Share about this giveaway on your Facebook status by including a link back to this giveaway (you can do this once a day, for an extra entry every day).

Leave one comment for each entry you complete above including with each, your e-mail address (or make sure it's visible in your profile) so that I can easily contact the winner!!

This giveaway will end March 11th and is open to US and Canada!

**The products for this review and giveaway were provided for free by Executive Gift Shoppe. All opinions are my own and were not influenced in any way. The opinions of others may differ from my own**