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Click Here Winter healthy samples are here Click Here Wed, 25 Feb 2009 22:06:11 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/momgiveaways/1K3BN/h/Mom_Giveaways_Newsletter_Issue.htmMom Giveaways Newsletter Issue #8 February 4, 2009 In this issue: Featured Article - The Secret to Winning Instant Win Games (IWG) Giveaways Freebies Giveaways Valentines Giveways @ Now What Baby My Oh So Organized Filing System @ Sisterlysavings. 5 Winners!! $10 CVS Gift Card Giveaway @ Frugal Rhode Island Mama $50 Gift Certificate for Adult and Baby Organic Clothes @ Go Natural Baby Win a Child Friendly Paper Shredder from WAHM Talk Radio! 16+ Giveaways!! @ Now What Baby Handmade and Organic Bath Set - 2 winners @ Go Natural Baby See Kai Run Shoes @ Mom Giveaways New Native Carrier @ Mom Giveaways Cleaning Products from EcoStore @ Mom Giveaways Freebies The Stay at Home Mom's Guide to Successful eBay Selling Featured Article The Secret to Winning Instant Win Games (IWG) What is an Instant Win Game or IWG for short? Think of an instant win game like playing a slot machine. You play and play and eventually you will hit a win. It might be small or it might be the jackpot. Playing slot machines isn't based on luck or how many times you rub the machine (yes, people do this). Slot machines pay out based on odds and statistics. You will not help the machine to land on a winning combination by praying for it, wearing your favorite outfit, or sitting in the chair sideways. They, like instant win games, also hit at certain times. When the numbers in the computer that runs the slot machine line up the right way to create the right combination the machine produces a win. Sometimes, the win is small because maybe you bet only 1 coin or point. Other times that same combination wins bigger because you bet more coins or points. I am no slot machine expert. This is my observation and also based on a few things I have read. Wait - I think I am getting off track. The point of the slot machine story was to say that instant win games like slot machine winners are picked at certain times and a very different than a sweepstakes drawing which is usually random. When you enter an instant win game on the Internet you as hoping that the time that has been programmed into the software that runs that game will be the time you are entering. Skip the Game Winning on an instant win game has nothing to do with the game they want you to play that is part of the promotion nor is it watching a movie or anything else. It is based on the time of day you enter. We are back now to statistics and odds. If you read the Official Rules you will see that most say something like this: In order for your Game Play to be a potentially winning Game Play, it must have occurred either at the exact randomly predetermined winning time as determined by the name of the Sponsor here and/or Name of Judging Agency here or if no Game Play has occurred at the exact randomly predetermined winning time, then it must be the Game Play that occurred at the closest time following the randomly predetermined winning time. If you think that picking the right prize or doing the right thing in a game will help you win you are wrong. Have you noticed that many instant win games have a link that reads, I cannot view the game? That is so you can skip the game if you want and also because some computers may not have the plug-in needed to see the game. So, this should immediately tell you that it is not based on playing the game. I have won many, many, many instant win prizes and over the last 2 years that has been the main way I win prizes now. I used to win much more through the mail or just entering basic Internet sweepstakes. And, I have won many of them by clicking that link that allows you to skip the game. Time of Day Although you can win anytime during the day I found that certain times of the day are best. Why? More people are sleeping ! My favorite time to enter and win successfully is 4:30 am EST. That figures out to be around 1:30 am PST. Most people aren't up at that time of night or morning depending on how you look at it. Now, I can't say that I win everytime I am up entering at the time of morning but I do win more then than any other time of the day or night. So, basically between 4 and 6 am are the best times (in my opinion) to enter and win instant win games because the majority of the people entering these kind of games are not online. There is no way to predict when an instant win game will hit but playing them when more people are asleep can give you just a slight edge over the competition. Well, I guess it really isn't a secret anymore. Wendy (Swisher Sweetie) posts instant win games, sweepstakes, blog giveaways, and contests daily on her blog located at www.swishersweetie.com and teaches you how to win with proven tips and methods. Article Source: http://www.wahm-articles.com Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:50:23 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/momgiveaways/1XZKN/h/Mom_Giveaways_Newsletter_Issue.htm Mom Giveways Featured Article Simple Facts Everyone Should Know About Freebies, Giveaways and Internet Lotteries, Sweepstakes By Yan Lii So you have stumbled upon another free offer site, another internet lottery, another Submit your e-mail and win a private jet site. Surely, it's another scam - you think, and quickly close the webpage. But is it really a scam and why are there so many of these offers flying around? What is the deal with freebies and how do they work? Take a deep breath and prepare for the truth that will be revealed to you in seconds. The fact is, most freebies are not scams. And another truth is, you get them for free*. What it means is that while it is technically free, you have to invest something, usually time or giving away your personal information (email, mobile phone, address, etc..). Let's analyse how freebie sites work, shall we. First of all, the companies who run freebie sites make money of advertisements and other companies who pay them in order to promote their products on freebie sites. It's called affiliate marketing and it is all around the internet, if you haven't yet noticed. The thing is usually before you actually get the freebie, you have to complete a certain survey, sign up for a free trial (usually more than one though) or simply give up your info. Companies later use this info to build a mailing list and send you product offers. The thing is, technically this really is free but you have to pay with something else, usually, your time. The free trials you have to offer ask for a credit card and you should not be that alarmed. Just read the rules carefully and write down the date when you joined for the trial. After you get your freebie - just cancel the trial in order not to get billed. This is crucial as many people either don't complete all trial offers and never receive the freebie or simply forget they have completed some and get their credit card charged. The companies rely on this to make money, but this is not really scamming, because people who complete the offers to get the freebie, usually indeed receive it. Internet Lotteries This is actually quite easy. The companies offering to win a car or a laptop also make money similarly as freebie sites. Only the difference is they do a lottery and send out only one gift to one of many, many participants, but freebie sites will send out the freebie to anyone who did all the offers, requirements for it. That is why lottery usually request only your email or answering quickly to some survey. The money they pay for the giveaway car is really nothing compared to what they earn off sponsors. Conclusion Freebies and lotteries do work if you just follow the rules of each freebie and lottery and do everything carefully. You should still be weary of scams, but just don't think that every site out there which offers some kind of a free gift is out there to rob you, scam you and steal your organs. If you are looking for legit freebies and internet lotteries, be sure to check out the Compilation Site of Best Freebies Around The Internet. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Yan_Lii http://EzineArticles.com/?Simple-Facts-Everyone-Should-Know-About-Freebies,-Giveaways-and-Internet-Lotteries,-Sweepstakesandid=1824766 Exciting Giveaways $50 Gift Certificate for Adult and Baby Organic Clothes @ Go Natural Baby $30 CVS Gift Card @ Choyster Cash Bummis Super Prints Diaper Cover @ The Mommy in Charge $200 Check or Cash Giveaway @ Choyster Cash Baby Fest - Tons of Prizes for Baby and Mom @ A Frog In My Soup Valentines Giveways @ Now What Baby VHS 2 DVD Converter @ Mom Giveaways Audio Recorder @ Mom Giveaways Dance Praise 2 @ Faith Approved Chronological Study Bible @ Faith Approved Exciting Freebies Get brand name samples just in time for winter Click Here WIN FREE PRIZES just by searching the web. SWAG BUCKS are digital dollars that you earn just for doing the things you're already doing. You'll never need another search engine! Register now to get started. No credit card require! Click Here How about a new kitchen mixer for free Click Here Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:39:03 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/momgiveaways/1sCa3/h/Mom_Giveaways_Newsletter_Issue.htm Mom Giveaways Newsletter Issue #6 Mom Giveaways There are some awesome giveaways going on right now Blog Design Makeover @ So Not Domestic Tooth Tunes - 4 Winners @ Life Starring Ellie and Eve Set of 5 Eric Carle Books - 2 winners @ Life Starring Ellie and Eve Melaleuca products @ Life Starring Ellie and Eve $10 CVS Gift Card @ Frugal Rhode Island MamaCustom made earrings @ Life Starring Ellie and Eve Marvelous January Giveaways! @ Now What BabyA Pair of Sockons @ The Mommy In ChargeSmart Shopper Electronic Grocery Organizer @ Bargain Briana$25 GiftCard to TJ Maxx @ Sisterly Savings We are hosting some of giveaways you don't want to miss Vasline Clinical Therapy Lotion Dining on a Dime book from Living On A Dime 2 Bottles of Country Bob's All Purpose Sauce . Some great freebies Please Click Here to sign up for a free copy of What to Expect When you are Expecting Please click Here to sign up for a free can of dog food. Mom Giveaways Unsubscribe from this Newsletter Wed, 07 Jan 2009 21:40:40 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/momgiveaways/1jqhV/h/Mom_Giveaways_Newsletter_Issue.htm Mom Giveaways Newsletter Issue #5 Mom Giveaways MAY 27, 2008 New Things Happening at Mom Giveaways If you have visited MomGiveaways.com this past week then I'm sure you have noticed the new and improved site. While our main goal is still to list every giveaway we can for our readers, we have also started listing freebies, doing our own product reviews and giveaways, and perform blog reviews and giving our readers blog tips. I'm excited about our new sections and I hope you will check them out. Of course of this would not be possible without the help of a great group of ladies. I would appreciate if you would visit of Contributors page and let our contributors know you appreciate their hard work. Win a Keurig Brewing System Mom Giveaways has teamed up with Mom Start to offer you a chance to win Platinum Keurig Brewing System. You have a possiblity of having 4 entries to this giveaway if you complete all the extra entries opportunities. You can enter this great giveaway and read Louise's review over at Mom Giveaways. . Giveaways $147 in Organics for Baby: clothes, bib gift set, book, basket @ Go Natural Baby $20 Gift Certificate to Bitsy Bows @ Savings Chatter $100 Gift Certificate to Wedding Paper Divas @ Thoughtfully Simple Easy Website Builder and Website Template @ Auction Addons Il Divo's CD's The Promise CD/DVD and The Christmas Collection CD @ Frugal Maryland Mom Webkinz Reindeer Plush Toy @ EKidsview 6 Personalized Note Cards from She's Got Papers @ Mogul Baby $75 Gift Card to Ridemakerz @ Bargain Briana $25 Gift Card Good at Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Bahama Breeze, or Seasons Fresh Grill @ So Not Domestic The Ultimate New Year for Mom Giveaway - Over $500.00 of prizes! One Winner - Eight Prizes! @ Mom Fuse Freebies Gift In A Jar E-book Bridal Guide Magazine Dogpile Search Toolbar Mom Giveaways Unsubscribe from this Newsletter Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:09:33 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/momgiveaways/cMul/h/Mom_Giveaways_Newsletter_Issue.htm Mom Giveaways Newsletter Issue #4 Mom Giveaways December 3, 2008 Interview with Hadassah Sabo from In The Pink Why and when did you start blogging? i started blogging anonymously towards the end of my marriage - it was amazing catharsis for me to blog about everything that was happening. Life became very hectic and stressful and i stopped blogging. i restarted about 9 months ago, after many people told me they loved reading my email updates on the family, and on life, and that they would love for other people to be exposed to my wit and my inspirational messages. What do you love most about blogging? i love how free i feel when i write, i love knowing that people get a chuckle out of my words, or are touched by something i have said. knowing that you make a difference, no matter how small, in another persons life is a heady feeling. Do you do product reviews and giveaways? If so, how did you get started? If not, what do your blog about? no i don't - or at least not formally. I blog about the trials and tribulations of being a single mom, of being a religious Jewish single mom in a very religious environment, i blog about the dating world and about kids and life. Is there a blogger that has been the most influential to you? yes, his blog name is Treppenwitz. Trep has been blogging for a good few years and his blogs are about any subject under the sun. When he blogs about his kids, the love and adoration he feels for them comes through so clear and strong. he is a man not afraid to express his feelings and opinions. reading his blog inspires me to be a better person. i was so blessed to meet him and his family this past summer - a visit i will never forget. What is your favorite blog to read? again, Treppenwitz. http:// bogieworks.blogs.com/ treppenwitz/ Do you have any tips for other mom bloggers? the one tip i have is write from the heart. sometimes we get hung up on whether or not people want to read about our boring lives - but when your heart is in your writing, even the mundane can entertain. Hadassah blog at In The Pink and can also be found on twitter at http://twitter.com/hadassahsabo Featured Blog - Thirty and Chic Mom Thrify and Chic Mom is written by Ellen, a mom of 2 girls, who enjoys finding great deals and sharing them with her readers. The blog topics include product reviews and giveaways, recipes, weekly deals, coupons, and money saving tips. Read more... Giveaways Artisan Grocery Bag Collections and A Creative Genius Button @ Shop Wise Bags $20 Gift Certificate to Mama's Little Monkeys Etsy Store @ How-To Studio Gift Card Giveaways @ Frugal Rhode Island Mama Fluerville Mod Tote: 2 winners @ Go Natural Baby Organic, Silk Screened Kid's Tee - 2 winners @ Go Natural Baby Super Holiday Giveaways! @ Now What Baby $147 in Organics for Baby: clothes, bib gift set, book, basket @ Go Natural Baby Freebies Unsubscribe from this Newsletter Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:45:43 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/momgiveaways/i9_x/h/Mom_Giveaways_Newsletter_Issue.htm Mom Giveaways Giveaways | Reviews | Interview with Christina from Northern Cheapskate November 19, 2008 Why and when did you start blogging? I started blogging at Northern Cheapskate in November 2007. I was pretty selfish in my reasons at the time: I wanted to stay focused on living a frugal lifestyle while I became a stay-at-home mom to my three little boys, and I wanted to keep my brain from turning to mommy-mush by writing on a regular basis. Much to my surprise, the blog has evolved into something much more than that. What do you love most about blogging? I love the sense of community on my blog. I love feeling connected to like-minded people. I learn new things from my readers all the time. Do you do product reviews and giveaways? If so, how did you get started? I have only done a handful of product reviews and giveaways. Most of the time, various public relations firms found me... for a couple of them, I've just asked for prizes to giveaway and they've helped me out. Is there a blogger that has been the most influential to you? Far and away the blog that has had the biggest influence on me has been Freebies4Mom. Heather has been a great friend and an inspiration to me. I often turn to her for blogging advice. She is one of the smartest, kindest and hard-working bloggers I know. What is your favorite blog to read? There are simply too many to list! I currently have 135 blogs in my reader right now. To pick just one would make me cry. My favorites are about the latest deals, frugal living, or blogging. Do you have any tips for other mom bloggers? Family always needs to come first. Sometimes that's hard for me to remember, because I'm a little obsessive when it comes to tweaking my blog. Good blogs take lots and lots of work, so blog because you love to write and love to share... not because you're trying to become famous or rich. Remember that we mom bloggers have powerful voices. Christina blogs at Northern Cheapskate and can also be found on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ncheapskate. Knudsen Organic Sensible Sippers What makes Sensible Sippers different from other juice boxes is the fact that they are 100% certified organic. The Sippers for 50% juice and 50% water to reduce the amount of sugar intake in each serving without compromising the taste. The Sippers also contain 40% less calories than regular juice boxes. There is no added sugar, artificial flavors, or preservatives. >> read more Frugal Mommy of 2 Girls Frugal Mommy of 2 Girls is a mommy blog written by Karen. The blogs mainly focuses on product reviews and giveaways but you can also find giveaway listings and freebies. Frugal Mommy of 2 Girls recently had a blog design upgrade by Sweet Cheeky Designs and it s a fun and 'make you smile' design. It really brings life to the blog. >> read more Giveaways Lily On the Fly Hearty Meals for Hungry Families Starter Kit Meal Planner @ Free Birthday Treats Blog Tennis Outfit Of Your Choice From LBH @ Tennisidentity.com Chic Buds - Swarovski Designer iPod Ear Buds @ Mom Fuse $20 Gift Certificate from Childish Thoughts on Etsy @ How-To Studio Scootababy *hip* Baby Carrier @ Rookie Moms Super Holiday Giveaways! Tons of fun prizes for your family! @ Now What Baby Fluerville Mod Tote: 2 winners @ Go Natural Baby Personalized Novel where you or your child is the star @ The Sassy Southern Build-A-Bear Worshop Giveaway @ Mom Giveaways Freebies Tampax® Pearl Gain Facial Cleansing Cloth Sample Giveaways | Reviews | Unsubscribe momgiveaways@gmail.com Copyright 2008. All Rights Reserved.Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:01:11 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/momgiveaways/m71m/h/Mom_Giveaways_Newsletter_Issue.htm Mom Giveaways Giveaways | Reviews | INTERVIEW WITH SARA FROM MOMMA FINDINGS November 5, 2008 Why and when did you start blogging? As a young wife of 7 years and Mother to three children ages 5 and under, I found myself in a new city, away from friends, away from family, and trying to stay sane. We just finished our 7th move in 4 years due to my husbands job promotions and I needed an outlet to express my feelings as a SAHM who felt isolated. I started blogging December 2007, as a prayer journal, at My Sippy Cup Runneth Over. I haven't stopped since and I now share more than just my written prayers as I write about my life as a ,now, WAHM. What do you love most about blogging? The one thing I love about blogging is mainly the chance to write. I've always loved writing and soon became addicted to my blog. As I grew into my bloggy identity, I found so many other women who had the same writing styles, interests, and stories. I became quickly involved with networks and enjoy the friendships and opportunities to be made through blogging. How did you get started doing reviews and giveaways? Momma Findings started on a whim. In my blog browsing I ran across so many review blogs hosting giveaways and reviewing awesome products. I thought to myself, I really want to do that! I started my first review not knowing WHAT on earth to write. The magic post? Toilet Paper. Really! My daughter begged me to buy Cottenelle's Puppy Paw Print Toilet Paper. It ran from there as I learned how to network, market, and gain Sponsorship for each product. I absolutely love having the chance to offer so many great products to my readers! Is there a blogger that has been the most influential to you? Tina at Golden Goodness has been my inspiration. I won my first giveaway at her blog. It happened to be a blog makeover. With her design talent she re-designed my personal blog and helped me re-name it as My Sippy Cup Runneth Over. I was pitiful before I met her. After friendly emails, we realized we had a lot in common being that she lives near Memphis (where I had JUST moved from and now moving BACK to). She is witty, inspirational, and a very talented blog designer, as well as a Sweet, Christian, Momma to boot! Check her out at: http://goldengoodness. blogspot.com/ What is your favorite blog to read? Along with Tina at Golden Goodness, I love reading JMB Mommy at His Grace is Enough. She, like Tina, gets your mind thinking, shares her struggles as a mother, and her faith to get through it all. You can find here at: http://csocoteanu.blogspot. com/ Do you have any tips for other review/giveaway bloggers? Being that I learned the hard way I do have a few tips for review/giveaway bloggers trying to find their way through networks, marketing strategies, traffic builders, and PR reps. 1.) Keep it light. Opportunities become so big and it's easy to over book yourself. I started reviewing seriously because I love it, there are tons of perks, and I like promoting some of my favorite companies and products. I'm slowly learning that it needs to be secondary to my family and duties at home. The stress of a deadline can get overwhelming. Close the laptop. Grab a Mocha. And watch a movie with you hubby or have game night with the kids. Reviewing HAS to be secondary to your life as a wife and mother. 2.) Get in a niche! There are so many things to learn about reviewing and I've found a lot of my answers from other reviewers on networks I belong to. MomDot.com has a forum where you can discover different opportunities, ask questions, and build your traffic. 3.) Don't be afraid to go after sponsors. I was really hesitant and, quite frankly, scared. I kept thinking they would just tell me no because my traffic stats weren't as high as other reviewers. I quickly found it, that Stats are just merely, that.. Stats. Sponsors look at MORE than that. They look at your writing style, your personalized emails, and your overall ability to promote them through your honesty. 4.) Last one I have that goes back to your honesty. If a company has sent me a product and I can't write a balanced review I email them to let them know that. Yeah, its disappointing and you don't want to lose a Sponsorship or PR relationship, but I can't write about a product that I don't feel comfortable endorsing. FEATURED REVIEW RADIUS Toothbrush RADIUS is a toothbrush manufacturer that is "aimed to make the toothbrush comfortable, enjoyable and effective". RADIUS' entire line of toothbrushes are eco-friendly and are highly efficient in the massage of the gums and plaque removal. The brushes are also approved by American Dental Association for the reduction of gingivitis. The hands, right or left handed, put the bristles at a 45° angle as recommend by dentists and last three times longer then ordinary brushes. >> read more FEATURED BLOG REVIEW Heart Reflections is a Christian blog aimed towards women written by Shane, a woman's ministry leader. >> read more GIVEAWAYS Custom Tie Dye Sweatshirt @ How-To Studio Evenflo Symphony All-In-One Carseat @ Busy Mommy Super Holiday Giveaways @ Now What Baby Set of 8 Personalized Photo Magnets @ How-To Studio Philips Norelco Body Groom Trim and Shave All Body Zones @ Frugal Momma in Maryland $50 Gift Certificates to Tiny Revolutionary @ Mogul Baby A Rakkiddo Shoe Wheel @ Now What Baby $25 Gift Certificate @ Expressions Paperie Earthwise Kids Book Set and Bag @ Go Natural Baby FREEBIES Find the Time Mama Ebook Hot Mama Makeover Ebook Be a Great Mama Ebook Healthy Fall Samples TENA Pads Huggies Diapers Giveaways | Reviews | Unsubscribe momgiveaways@gmail.com Copyright 2008. All Rights Reserved. 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