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Win a Summer Patio Set – $670 value

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Summertime! Barbeques! Backyard fun! Friends!
I’d like to welcome you to the Summer Patio Retreat Giveaway Event brought to you by Mom to Bed by 8 the ‘Iowa-Mom’, Powered By Mom and Mommy and Baby Reviews and Giveaways!

Thanks also to our special co-hosts Another Cent Saved , Giveaway Bandit, To Sew With Love and Opinions of a Moody Mama for joining us.

Gather friends, family, and refreshments and a enjoy a  patio retreat fully furnished with this four-piece set from Strathwood. The Brentwood collection includes two arm chairs, a coffee table, and a loveseat. Designed to withstand elements, the furniture’s frames are constructed of powder-coated steel in an attractive black with bronze flecks. Powder coating gives the furniture great protection against rust. Comfortable, durable seat cushions are upholstered in a polyester fabric specially designed for outdoors.

Cushion Care and Cleaning: Gently brush off dirt before it becomes embedded in the fabric and wipe up any spills as soon as posible. Gently spot clean only with mild soap and cool water using a sponge or soft brush, next air dry cushions in a sunny location. Bring cushions indoors during inclement weather and store in a dry place when not in use.

Strathwood furniture has quality, ease of use, and casual elegance at its core. Each piece is rigorously tested for durability; also assembly instructions have been standardized for simplicity from start to finish. Strathwood furniture is sleekly designed, handsomely finished, and built to last. This classic style and reliable craftsmanship will weather ever-changing trends and regular use for years to come.

One lucky winner will receive a Strathwood Brentwood 4-Piece Outdoor Furniture Set!

{if a winner is selected that resides outside of the US, they will receive a $300 Amazon Gift Card instead}

Giveaway ends July 2nd at 11:59pm, open worldwide, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from yours. Strange Daze Indeed is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment.

Summer Solstice Hop! Win your choice of Voda Swimsuit!

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Welcome to the 2012 Summer Solstice Giveaway Hop hosted by MamaNYC! Over 90 bloggers have teamed up to bring you some amazing prizes to start your summer!

This event will run from June 18-24, 2012. I hope you’ll be able to find (and win!) some great summer prizes, for the beach, BBQ, or backyard fun in the sun! Each of our giveaways features a prize value minimum of $25.00 and you can take your time and hop through the list!

There is also a grand prize that you can enter for here!

The Grand Prize packages for the Summer Solstice are:

#1- $150.00 PayPal CASH (WORLDWIDE)
#2 – Sterling Silver Father’s Day Photo Dog Tag (w/20 inch Sterling Silver Box Chain) – $130.00 value (US/CANADA)
#3 – (3 winners!) 1000 Places To See Before You Die (US/CAN) – $20 value/each

Please be so kind as to mention that I sent you! Thanks!

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My giveaway on Strange Daze Indeed is for your choice of a Voda swimsuit!

Choose from bikinis, monokinis, and tankinis in gorgeous colors and prints. They are extremely flattering, swimsuits made with a woman’s shape truly in mind. 

Tankini



You can shop by style, by color, by top or bottom size, by bottom coverage and by bottom cut.


You can read my full review here.

Voda Swim has also offered my readers a 10% Discount Code at their site!


Just use the code: Strange

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Ruched Lace Bikini

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Best of luck to all!

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Aeropostale giveaway! Win $150 gc and 2 $50 gcs!

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Welcome to the $250 Summer Wardrobe Giveaway!

Aéropostale is a mall-based, specialty retailer of casual apparel and accessories. Aéropostale provides customers with a wonderful selection of high-quality, active-oriented, fashion and fashion basic merchandise at great values. Products can be purchased in-stores and online at Aeropostale.com and ps4u.com.   You can find exclusive Aeropostale Coupons and discounted gift cards on CouponTrade.com, your only source for both! Now you finally have a way to stack savings in a whole new way!!!

Enter via Rafflecopter below and don’t forget to come back for daily entries!

 

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Gotham Box – Great Father’s Day gift pick!

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Today I got my Gotham Box for this month! A little taste of New York with a lovely postcard of the city and a note.

I love subscription services, but, being a “foodie”, I have to admit that the Gotham Boxes rank at the top of my list. They are so much fun to open and so great for gifts. You get unique and delicious hand-curated picks from the city you choose, New York or San Francisco.

This box had one of my favorite things – chocolate – Antidote chocolate to be exact and how did they know I would simply adore Banana and Cayenne? Exotic and delicious, not to mention made from 77% raw and roased organic cacao.

Antidote chocolate is made from delicious “Arriba Nacional” cacao from farms in the Ecuadorian Amazon, embodying floral flavors and a nutty aroma. I loved the kick of the cayenne (not too hot)  and the taste of the sweet bananas from Ecuador.

This box of treats also had Baked  homemade Vanilla marshmallows. Baked is both a neighborhood spot, and a nationally recognized bakery in Brooklyn, NY. These are like biting into delicious fluffy clouds.

Next up, The Well Dressed Nut! These are honestly the best pecans I’ve ever tasted – Cinnamon Vanilla flavored. Not too sweet, dressed just perfectly! The Well Dressed Nut was founded by two women who select the best pecans fresh from the orchard, dress them elegantly with delicious spices and then slow roast them in small batches. Sophisticated and very special. Are you nuts about nuts? I am now.

Rounding out the box was an original chocolate bar from Economy Candy, an old-fashioned family-owned candy store in New York!

The best part for me is the excitement of seeing the box waiting on my doorstep and the excitement of having absolutely no idea what each month’s assortment will bring.

In the past I’ve found delicious coffees, teas, popcorn and hand made granola. It’s like a monthly Christmas gift.

When looking for a unique gift that is ever-changing and always high quality, I definitely suggest Gotham Box. It’s perfect for Father’s Day, for birthdays, for friendship gifts or I miss you gifts, well, just about any occasion really!

You can sign up at their website or connect with them on Facebook and Twitter. 

You can read my previous review of Gotham Box here  and a guest post by co-founder Jonathan Chin here.

Deceived by Stephanie Nelson – guest post

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Hi, and thank you for having me today! I thought I’d tell you guys a little bit about the world Gwen and the gang live in.
Setting
In the Gwen Sparks books humans know that the supernatural exist, but demand segregation. Towns are set up across the United States that are protected by magic. Some of these towns allow humans, but most don’t. Flora, the town Gwen’s from, does not. To the unknowing eye, it looks like a cornfield and is set in the countryside of Missouri. Their magical border obstructs anyone human from crossing its boundaries. Flora houses an array of supernatural: witches, vampires, werewolves, fairies, pixies, elves.
Shopping
Gwen owns a magical shop called Broomsticks. I’ve always had a fantasy of owning my own store. Of course mine would sell cute knick knacks instead of potions and enchanted items. Because of this, I had to make this Gwen’s occupation. Other stores include: Fairy Fabulous, Espresso Self, Vines, Vain, and many more that we’ll explore in future books.

Macvoil Essential Hair Oils Review & Giveaway

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I love having long thick hair; what I don’t like are the tangles! Luckily, I am getting my hair trimmed very soon, but, meanwhile, I have been struggling with it. So, when I got a chance to try Macvoil’s Essential Oils Leave-on Conditioner & High Gloss Shine Spray a few weeks ago, it couldn’t have come at a better time.
There are three products in this particular collection though Macvoil makes many other wonderful hair products as well.
They include: Macadamia Conditioner, Moroccan Re-Conditioner and Leave-on Conditioner & High Gloss Shine Spray

For me, this leave in conditioning spray was very light and natural with a soft fresh scent. It immediately helped de-tangle and soften my hair, smoothing out any dryness or frizz. My hair felt light and clean, not like it had “product” in it or weighed down. It’s also very healthy for your hair with no parabens, and no harsh chemicals and preservatives. I also felt it helped bring out the highlights, especially in the sunlight.
Macvoil’s line of virgin essential oil products produce beautiful results for your hair, and Macvoil oil can also be used on the skin, scalp, nails and cuticles, providing a holistic treatment to keep skin young and glowing.  Macvoil brings together oils from the Argan tree, Cypress and Macadamia nut for a triple infusion of repair and protection. Macvoil uses these eco-friendly botanical ingredients and combines them through nano-technology to create products that are healthy, safe and natural.
I love Argan Oil.  
Argan tree essential oils repair damaged hair and protect it from further harm from UVA and UVB rays, along with protection from an array of environmental pollutants that can age hair prematurely. This is an ideal solution for regular or color-treated hair, protecting your tresses. The essential oils penetrate deep into hair fibers, all the way to the follicle where growth begins. The oils are locked into the hair, providing vitamins and ongoing protection against damage. Each individual strand of hair is strengthened and nourished.
In addition, I love that  Macvoil has a commitment to green technology in conjunction with its eco-friendly philosophy. No animals are ever used for testing and the recyclable bottles are themselves made of recycled plastic. Good for your hair, good for the planet.
I love the sleek look it gives me and it’s the kind of high-quality product that makes me want to touch my hair now and then just because it feels so silky soft.
Would you like to try Macvoil’s Leave-on Conditioner & High Gloss Shine Spray with Argan, Cypress and Macadamia Oils?
They’ve generously offered one of my readers the chance to win one. Just enter the Rafflecopter below. Good luck!

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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.


Voda Swimwear Helps you Shape up for Summer!

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One of the concerns my friends and I have when Summer approaches is finding the
right swimsuit.
As I get older, I am more careful about finding just the right few that really are flattering.

I was extremely happy to find Voda Swim. Voda Swim’s patent pending Envy Push Up® bikini top is carefully designed to create natural looking cleavage. It helps make breasts look up to two cup sizes larger and best of all there is no stiff padding and no underwire.

And, if you don’t need extra help with sizing, well, from experience, I can tell you that they also help shape breasts by providing lift and support. It looks wonderful on! Finally a suit made with a woman’s shape truly in mind.

I received this Pushup Tankini to try and I love it. It will definitely be one of my summer favorites. This is the Violet Shimmer Envy Push Up® Tankini Top with the Violet Shimmer Adjustable Scoop Bottom. I love purple but it also comes in other gorgeous colors and prints. It has great coverage but it’s also sexy! I like wearing the top with a sarong. Then it’s perfect for a summer barbeque too.

I tried it out at a friend’s pool and found that this material does not absorb much water so it keeps its fit. I hate when swimsuits lose their shape after getting wet. It’s also great for playing volleyball and staying active. It’s extremely comfortable.

You can shop by style, by color, by top or bottom size, by bottom coverage and by bottom cut. They have pushup bikinis, monokinis and tankinis in so many gorgeous colors.

Voda Swim is a great company. In fact, they are so awesome, they’ve generously offered one of my readers their choice of swimsuit – and they have some incredible choices as you can see on their website.

So, please come back to Strange Daze Indeed for the Summer Solstice Blog Hop starting June 18 for your chance to win one! Until then, you can online window shop! They even have free worldwide shipping. Voda Swim has also offered my readers a 10% Discount Code at their site!

Just use the code: Strange !

Voda Swim on the cover of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Swimsuit Issue!

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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.

The Ferryman & The Flame – Win a $100 Amazon GC

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Flame of Surrender (The Ferryman & the Flame Book 1)


Kaliel and Krishani weren’t meant to meet or fall in love but they did. Krishani’s dreams of death lead him to a fate he’s terrified of – that of becoming the next Ferryman. His only refuge is Kaliel, the peculiar girl that swims with merfolk  & talks to trees. Kaliel has a secret of her own. She’s the Amethyst Flame, one of 9 apocalyptic weapons. The Valtanyana will destroy everything on Avristar to get to her. Kaliel has to choose: face them, hide or unleash the Flame. 

How far would you go to save everything you ever loved?

Rhiannon Paille

I was never a normal girl. My life was an urban fantasy wrapped in a paranormal romance and served with a side of horror. To escape my everyday weirdness I began writing fantasy. I studied at U of Sedona and MIMT, obtaining a PhD in Metaphysical Science and Parapsychology. I’m married to a chef/comic book shop owner and I have a fondness for architecture. I frequent twitter and facebook, but if you really want to get to know me you should visit my site: www.yafantasyauthor.com

Author of The Ferryman and The Flame Series

Flame of Surrender on Goodreads, Amazon, Smashwords, B&N, Indigo, Kobo, 

Flame of Justice release date: October 2012

Flame of the Apocalypse release date: October 2013
Follow Me: Twitter, Facebook, Blog, Website

Giveaway Details:

$100 Amazon.com Gift Card

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