Water is a necessary resource for sustainable living, yet 748 million people lack access to clean water – the equivalent of nearly two and a half times the United States population. To address this crisis and to acknowledge water’s essential presence on the earth, the United Nations General Assembly declared March 22 as World Water Day in 1993.

This month, I was invited by  World Vision to spread awareness for people around the globe who need safe water sources by using an umbrella and beautiful, watercolor scarf to start the conversation. I love my scarf and umbrella! (Although, I have to admit, it hasn’t rained here much to use the Umbrella!) I love the colors in the Scarf! So pretty!

The blue umbrella, sporting World Vision’s logo and a call to save lives with water, serves as a practical reminder that rainwater is considered a precious resource for people that lack established water systems.From the World Vision Gift Catalog, the Royal Silk Scarf is made with luxurious silk, using Fair-Trade practices. The blend of soft colors emulates the purifying qualities of water and the vibrant life that it sustains.

It’s so important for everyone to have clean water! I know that often we take it for granted. Check out World Vision to see more on how you can help!

We have teamed up for a Giveaway in honor of  World Water Day. One winner will win the lovely Scarf and Umbrella. To enter, check out the website and tell us one way you can honor World Water Day. Deadline to enter is March 27th, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected via random.org.

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this feature but am also glad to participate in this #WaterNow social media campaign to spread the word about clean water access.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Ready for heavy plates of corned beef and cabbage, sweet Irish crème treats and pitchers flowing with green beer? Come March 18, your bellies may be in need of a little TLC! Well, we have the answer for you! GoodBelly, is a line of delicious probiotic drinks, and would love to suggest a healthy green way to balance digestion after rich St. Patty’s Day food and drinks: GoodBelly Organic Tropical Green juice!

GoodBelly Organic Tropical Green juice is packed with probiotics and good-for-you greens like spinach, alfalfa grass, spirulina, chlorella, oat grass and parsley – plus with the addition of tropical fruit like mango and banana it tastes absolutely delicious! Non-GMO, dairy-free, soy-free and vegan like all other GoodBelly beverages, Tropical Green is made with the well-researched probiotic strain, LP299V to give you the digestive helpers you need! Drink straight out of the carton, blend into your favorite smoothie for a festive morning treat, or save it for a next-day reboot. Let’s all raise a glass (or stein) and cheers to luck and GoodHealth with GoodBelly!

You can find their store locator here.

I will be reviewing soon! So stay tuned! For now, we are having a St. Patrick’s Day Giveaway! One winner will win VIP product vouchers to complete a 12 Day Belly Reboot! To enter, leave a comment below telling us how you are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day! Deadline to enter is March 27th, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected via Random.org.

Self Disclosure: No compensation was received. I have received free vouchers and will be reviewing soon. 

About GoodBelly

Made with the well-researched probiotic strain, Lactobacillus plantarum 299v (LP299V^®), GoodBelly supports digestive health when consumed daily. Unlike many other live and active cultures, LP299V survives passage beyond the stomach’s acidic environment in order to support the rest of the digestive system, and ultimately overall health.* GoodBelly offers multi-serving cartons and single-serving shots to satisfy every taste and dietary need, available in delicious flavors like Blueberry Acai, Mango, Pomegranate Blackberry and Strawberry. Each serving of GoodBelly packs 20-50 billion live and active probiotic cultures to promote a healthy digestive and immune system, as 70 percent of the body’s immune system resides in the digestive tract.^†* To learn more about GoodBelly, please visit www.goodbelly.com, or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS WORLDS OF FANTASY

Presented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt

IS COMING TO THE SOUTHLAND FROM APRIL 15 – 26!

We have teamed up for a giveaway! One winner will win 2 Ticket Vouchers! (This has been updated!)See more information in our featured events! To enter the giveaway, leave a comment below telling us which Disney character you would be most excited about seeing on Ice! (Or you can tell us your child’s favorite!) Deadline to enter is March 17th, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected via Random.org. *Ticket Vouchers are good for weekday performances only.

Here’s a fun coloring activity for the kids below!

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Self Disclosure: No compensation was received to post but I have received ticket vouchers for the Winner. 

DK FindOut (dkfindout.com), the no-cost online encyclopedia for kids is a great new resource for kids!

Aimed at ages 7-11 (but appealing to ages 5-14), the new educational website covers science, math, English, history, geography, the human body, and more with age-appropriate content. Enlist if for homework help, pull it up for rainy day fun, or use it to bridge the gap in the summer months. It’s safe, secure and extensive—more than 300 animations, 300 sounds, 9000 photos, 100 videos, and 3000 articles bring key concepts to life.

And best of all… there’s no charge to use it! Now, how cool is that?! Socal City Kids actually thinks it is pretty cool!! We actually checked it out and my son and I give it 5 stars! I like that it is a really safe way to learn on the internet.

We have teamed up for a giveaway to celebrate the launch of this new website! One winner will win one DK FindOut-branded tote bag! To enter, check out the website and let us know your favorite thing! if you would like to give them a shout out on social media, the hashtag is #dkfindout. Deadline to enter is March 10th, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected via random.org.

Self Disclosure: No compensation was received to post except for receiving the free tote bags. Photo Credit: DK FindOut.

General Mills is upping America’s breakfast game through a new partnership with the most popular children’s video franchise, Skylanders.

Hidden inside specially marked boxes of Big G cereals, fans will find Skylanders Skystones cards playable on the game board printed on the back of the cereal box. Collect all four Skystones game card sets, each with a downloadable code to unlock characters in the popular mobile Skylanders game. The Skystones game is great for family fun and promotes imaginative and cognitive play.

From favorite cereals to hot properties like the Skylanders franchise, Big G is connecting families with what they love. The exclusive offer fuels family fun and promotes developmental skills through imaginative and cognitive play.

The specially marked boxes of Big G cereals are on shelves beginning in March, for a limited time only. Participating Big G brands include Honey Nut Cheerios, Frosted Cheerios, Fruity Cheerios, Reese’s Puffs, Cookie Crisp, Lucky Charms, Trix and Cinnamon Toast Crunch.

We received samples of the Honey Nut Cheerios and the Reese’s Puffs and we are already big fans of these two cereals especially the Honey Nut Cheerios! But, my son actually thinks the game card sets are pretty cool! Look for them in March! They won’t be on the shelves long!

We have teamed up for a Giveaway! One winner will win a prize package similar to the one I received to review.  The giveaway will include: a variety of participating General Mills cereals and an exclusive Skylanders game set. To enter leave a comment below telling us which one of the cereals mentioned is yours (or your children’s) favorite!  Deadline to enter is February 26, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries.

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this feature  post & giveaway.

“Celebrate Drink Wine Day and Win! Share, post, and tweet about the Tandoor Chef tool that pairs wine and indian food and you could win wine!”

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Self Disclosure: This is a sponsored post and I will be receiving vouchers for Tandoor Chef to post.

HIGH-SPEED CHUGGINGTON^™ FUN IS
COMING DOWN THE TRACKS WITH
‘TURBO CHARGED CHUGGER’

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Fans and their families nationwide will honk their horns for high-speed adventure when “Turbo Charged Chugger,” an action-packed new “Chuggington^™” DVD from Anchor Bay Entertainment, pulls into retail nationwide on February 10, 2015. Featuring six turbo-charged episodes, plus a special free custom activity book with colorful stickers from Bendon Publishing, the latest traintastic “Chuggington” DVD is just the ticket for Valentine’s Day fun for preschoolers from coast to coast!

In “Turbo Charged Chugger,” (SRP $14.98), the trainees take their responsibilities to a whole new exciting level. Wilson and the Chug Patrollers attempt a daring bridge rescue, Brewster helps the Chuggineers build a new station, Koko tries to smash her Chug-A-Sonic record, the Speed Fleet competes in the Track Dash, and everyone learns how to use the Piggy-Back Wagon. With old friends and new, including Hanzo – Head of Speed Fleet, Fire Chugger Asher and Tunnel Runner Payce – riding along, young trainees at home will learn to work together, play fair and use good judgment as they take on new responsibilities of their own!

I received a sample DVD and my little nephew loved it! He loves all the action and the fun characters! This one is a Must-Have for young children!

Episodes:

• “Special Rescue Team”
• “Team Trainee”
• “Record Breaker Koko”
• “The Old Silver Mine Line”
• “A Pat on the Paintwork”
• “Top Secret Koko”

DVD Bonus Features:

• Badge Quest Episode: “No Time to Waste”
• Character Montages: Asher and Payce
• Coloring and Activity Pages

Now in its fourth season on Disney Junior, “Chuggington” is a colorful and contemporary CGI-animated TV show from Ludorum that reinforces early social readiness skills. The series has become a global sensation since its debut in September 2008 in the U.K. The show has been licensed to more than 175 territories worldwide and has established ratings records in several key international markets, including the U.K., Germany, France and Australia. The series made its U.S. debut in January 2010.

In more exciting news, fans can catch their favorite trainees at Chuggington Live!, a live-action, musical children’s show, based on the popular TV series. CHUGGINGTON LIVE! The Great Rescue Adventure gives young fans and their families the opportunity to experience the train-tastic adventures of the Chuggington trainees, Wilson, Brewster and Koko. The tour is currently scheduled to play more than 50 cities throughout North America. The tour schedule and ticket information can be found at www.chuggingtonlive.com.

Also, click below for a  fun Valentine’s Day Chuggington-themed coloring sheet! 

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We have teamed up for a special Valentine’s Day Giveaway! To enter, leave a comment below telling us what your child’s favorite thing is about Valentine’s Day! One winner will win this action packed DVD! Deadline to enter is February 10th, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected via Random.org.

Self Disclosure: I received a free DVD to facilitate this feature. Info and photo provided by Anchor Bay Entertainment.