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Stillwell: A Haunting on Long Island by Michael Phillip Cash

August 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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Looking for a story not for the kids? I know I love reading and every once in a while I love to read a good story with suspense! I recently received a book called Stillwell: A Haunting on Long Island by Michael Phillip Cash and couldn’t put it down! I actually read it all in one night. It’s full of suspense! It starts out with the main character, Paul Russo’s wife passing away after being ill with cancer. Paul must not wallow in grief too long because he has to get his family back on track. But, is his wife’s spirit at peace? No, and it’s Paul’s job to figure out all the clues dating back hundreds of years to set his wife’s soul free. His fate is intertwined with an old haunted mansion called Stillwell Manor.Those who have lost a loved one, will relate to the emotions and the feelings of Paul.If you are looking for a great suspense thriller and a bit of a ghost story, this one is for you! You can find it at Amazon.com.

 

Self Disclosure: I received this book to facilitate this review.

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Keeping your skin Clean with Olay!

August 14, 2013 By 1 Comment

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Olay products really are my favorite for cleaning my face so I’m always thrilled to try out their products. The Pore Minimizing Cleanser + Scrub is a 2-in-1 foaming cleanser that exfoliates and cleanses deeply to help minimize the appearance of pores. I love this one! It left my face feeling so clean & fresh! It retails for $6.99 (although prices may vary). I also received the Oil Minimizing Toner and I really like that it removes excess oil and also dirt and makeup. It contains witch hazel and retails for $4.99 (prices may vary). You can find both products where Olay products are sold. Check out these and more products at Olay.com.

Self Disclosure: I received both products to facilitate this post.

Filed Under: Beauty and Fashion, Beauty and Fashion Corner

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer – Protect Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA

August 14, 2013 By 2 Comments

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This primer not only preps skin for flawless makeup application, but protects it from harmful sunrays with SPF 30. The oil-free formula forms an even, invisible layer that acts as a buffer to outside elements and expertly holds foundation, keeping makeup fresh and color-true for hours. I received a sample and I love how lightweight it is and that it provides UVB/UVA SPF protection!

 

Key Attributes:

  • ·         Lightweight, oil-free creamy gel creates perfect canvas for makeup application
  • ·         Provides UVB/UVA SPF 30 protection; helps prevent signs of premature aging due to sun exposure
  • ·         Features “Colour True Complex” to keep makeup looking fresh and colour-true all day
  • ·         Forms an even, invisible layer that acts as a buffer to outside elements and expertly holds foundation
  • ·         Visibly minimizes the appearance of imperfections and pores for a smooth, natural finish.

For more information, check out the Laura Mercier website!

Filed Under: Beauty and Fashion, Beauty and Fashion Corner

“Planes” – A Visual Spectacle and a Wonderful Family Film!

August 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Planes

If you thought “Cars” was brilliant, then you’ll be sure to love their latest animated adventure, “Planes!”  It’s an action-packed comedy featuring Dusty, a small plane with dreams of competing in an around-the-world race.  The only problem is that Dusty is a crop-duster who’s afraid of heights!  As you can imagine, this makes it very difficult for Dusty to achieve his dreams.  But, with the help of his best friends and a trained navy fighter plane named Skipper, Dusty finds new hope and inspiration.  KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Molly J, thought that “the visual effects in this film are spectacular” and at times it feels as if you are flying right alongside Dusty. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Brianna Hope B says, “It is a great film. It has hope, adventure and good humor.” Their full reviews below.

“Planes”

Reviewed by Brianna Hope B.

Planes

Reviewed by Molly J

 

Filed Under: Archived Content, Media Reviews

Win big with Umi and Friends!

August 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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What a great sweepstakes and we love Umi shoes! SoCal City Kids is not sponsoring this giveaway but are in competition with other blogs to get the word out! So, click here to enter!

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“Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters”

August 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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Based on the hugely popular book series by Rick Riordan, Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters is the sequel to the 2010 film Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. Percy Jackson (Logan Lerman) , the son of the Greek god Poseidon embarks on a journey with his friends to retrieve the Golden Fleece to save their training ground, CampHalf-Blood. They must travel to the Sea of Monsters, and find the challenges that may await them. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Gerry O comments, “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters” is a fun and mythical adventure everyone would love!” Gerry had the opportunity to interview talent from the film as well as preview it. See his video interview below.

Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters
Reviewed by Gerry O.

 

 

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You could win a signed copy of Stillwell and a $100 Gift Card to Home Depot!

August 11, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Think you see a ghost? What was that noise? Things that go bump in the night. An unexplained image slides in front of your face.
Things move around in your home on their own. What do you do?

Well, you could run to the nearest Home Depot with the gift card that you just won from Michael Phillip Cash and buy some flashlights.

That’s right! Michael Phillip Cash is giving away a $100 gift card and a signed copy of his book Stillwell.

Will it be you that shoos away those paranormal “guest”? Enter today and find out.

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Disclosure:
Michael Phillip Cash is responsible for prize shipment. SoCal City Kids and the blogs hosting and co-hosting are not responsible for shipment.
The giveaway is for US only and not affiliated with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube or any other social media outlet.
Giveaway ends August 25, 2013. Winner will have 48 hours to respond to an e-mail sent or an alternate winner will be chosen.

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Time for a Fantastic Back-to-School Giveaway from Author Linda Cadose!

August 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment

It is back to school time and so that means time to get ready for a new school year with a fantastic giveaway!

Linda A Cadose, author of The Hidden Chamber In The Great Sphinx and The Underwater Pyramid In The Bermuda Triangle, is having a “Back to School Giveaway Blast”.

To prepare for this great back to school event, Linda Cadose is giving away not one but two great prizes!

First Prize: $25 and both of Linda’s books.

Second Prize: Laser Khet Game 2.0 and both of Linda’s books.

Get in the groove to back to school. Enter today in the Rafflecopter below.

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Disclosure:
This giveaway is sponsored by author, Linda Cadose.

This blog, SoCal City Kids nor the hosting and co-hosting are not responsible for shipment. Linda Cadose is responsible for prize shipment.
Prizes are provided by the author and not by the companies.
This giveaway is also not affiliated with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest,YouTube or any other social media site.

Giveaway is open US Only.
Giveaway ends: August 23, 2013 at 12 AM MST
Winner has 48 hours to respond after notification via e-mail or  forfeit prize and another winner will be drawn.

Filed Under: Archived Content
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