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Great Holiday Gift ideas from Best Buy – It’s #HintingSeason

December 19, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 10 Comments

The smell of peppermint and evergreen fills the air. You can sense the excitement and feel the joy as families reunite and friends make extra time to be together. It’s a very special holiday magic.

We’re getting close to Christmas, but I still need those last few gifts. That’s why finding a one-stop shopping destination like Best Buy is truly paradise. Whether it’s online or in-store, I’m pretty sure I can find gifts for everyone still on my list right here and have time to spend with loved ones!

With their expert service and unbeatable prices, these top gifts are on our family’s wishlists this Holiday season and they would make great choices for yours!

Xbox One

Xbox One was built by gamers, for gamers. With the best exclusive titles (Halo, Sunset Overdrive), the biggest blockbusters (Assassin’s Creed and Call of Duty), the hottest sports franchises (Madden 15, FIFA 15, NBA 2K15) and top family titles (Fantasia: Music Evolved, Just Dance 15, Skylanders), Xbox One truly takes gaming to a whole new level.

In addition to being a great gaming console, Xbox One connects consumers unlike any other device. Xbox One enables access to the latest TV shows and movies through your favorite apps. With Xbox One all of your media is at your fingertips when you want it.

XBOX One at Best Buy

JBL Speakers and Headphones

JBL Charge 2– Between the twin passive radiators for deep bass, the massive 6000mAh battery and the hands-free conference speakerphone, the key benefit is the Bluetooth Social Mode which allows up to three different users to take their turns to play their own playlists on a single speaker.

JBL Flip 2– Aside from the dual performance-tuned JBL drivers and a built-in bass port, the key benefit of the JBL Flip 2 is the SoundClear echo and noise cancellation combined with the state-of the art microphone system to pick up calls on the speaker.

JBL Reflect Earbud headphones– Sweat proof ergonomic design. With a 5 hour rechargeable battery and a reach of about 40 feet, the JBL Reflect BT’s key benefit is the design of the ergonomic eartips along with the built-in magnets which keep your buds on standby without loose cables.

JBL at Best Buy

Garmin and TomTom

Featuring bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling, traffic and weather updates. Lane assist, Lifetime traffic and map updates. Voice Recognition Technology.

Garmin 52LM

5.0” display
Maps of 49 U.S. states, plus lifetime map updates1
Lane assist with junction view
Displays speed limit and accurate arrival time
Easily find addresses and millions of points of interest
Spoken turn-by-turn directions

Garmin 2597LMT

5.0” display
Maps of 49 U.S. states, plus lifetime map updates1
Lane assist with junction view
Displays speed limit and accurate arrival time
Easily find addresses and millions of points of interest
Spoken turn-by-turn directions

TomTom Go 50s

Lifetime TomTom Traffic: Drive with TomTom Traffic for the lifetime of your device
Lifetime Maps (US, Canada, Mexico): Always drive with the latest map
3D Maps. See buildings and landmarks in stunning 3D
5″ touchscreen with advanced lane guidance

GPS at Best Buy

Make Some Holiday Magic and Spread Joy! Best Holiday Ever!

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

Win $50 Amazon GC or Paypal Cash – A City Full of Santas #Giveaway

December 19, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 4 Comments

A City Full of Santas

Ranked as the #1 BestSeller on Amazon India

This Christmas is special; really special for Santa. Read this lovely Christmas tale that would re-define the meaning of Christmas.

A must read for everyone.

Just like Pooja’s other books, this book brings love, warmth, and a special message.

A story that parents would love to read to their children.

Just .99 cents on Amazon.com

Author Pooja Sardana

Pooja Sardana, is a mother, a teacher, an illustrator, an author, a visionary and the co-founder of PictureBookTree.

Her books and her initiative – PictureBookTree have been widely covered in Indian media and abroad. Titled as one of the Unsung Hero in ‘Saga of the Unsung Heroes of India” , she continues to touch lives of many through her books and her work.

Her picture books for children can be availed free of cost by NGOs or individuals working with Under-privileged children. If you work with under-privileged children, you can drop an email at Picturebooktree (AT) GMAIL (DOT) COM to receive your free copy.

Praise for the Book

“Such a lovely story that brings back the meaning of Christmas, one that many will want to read.”

“Parents/teachers will enjoy reading this story to their children. The children will be full of questions and want to discuss Santa’s surprise.”

“Artwork “pops” off the pages pleasantly and storyline has a great message. A fine addition to any Christmas collection and it is a children’s book that I would recommend!”

Book Blast Giveaway

$50 Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash

Ends 1/4/14

Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader and sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

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Best Buy is the Ultimate Spot for the Newest Cameras and Camcorders #HintingSeason

December 19, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 2 Comments

I was at Best Buy this week and was really impressed with all the latest cameras and camcorders. I am hoping to get a wonderful surprise this Christmas as a high quality camera is at the top of my wishlist. Do you think that it’s too obvious to be sticking post-its with my wishlist on the fridge and home computer? Or to keep sighing and saying, “Boy, I wish I had a great photo of that.” Too much?

I mean, it is #HintingSeason.

The holidays are filled with festivities and joy to capture. I love looking through photographs and videos that we’ve taken and re-living the fun.

This season, Best Buy is featuring Nikon, Sony and Samsung cameras and all come equipped with built in Wi-Fi so that you can share amazing photos with ease. Whether you’re making mulled cider, decorating the tree, getting all dressed up for holiday parties or celebrating the joy of Christmas Morning; upgrade your camera in time to capture precious holiday memories.

Let’s look at a few of the offerings at Best Buy!

The Nikon D5300 DSLR w/18-55mm VR Lens, A DSLR with built-in Wi-Fi so you can capture high quality photos and share them instantly.

This Nikon D5300 DSLR camera comes with an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II lens that enables you to capture sharp photos and video footage. Optical image stabilization helps prevent blurring to ensure image clarity. It is also available in red or gray.

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The Sony Alpha A6000 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera, A compact system camera with the World’s Fastest Autofocus.

This Sony Alpha A6000 features a 24.3-megapixel, Exmor APS-C CMOS sensor that makes it easy to shoot scenes in stunning clarity. Built-in Wi-Fi lets you share stored content across devices. It is also available in white or silver.

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The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, a digital camera that allows you to shoot, share, and use Android Apps.

This Samsung Galaxy 2 digital camera’s 16.3-megapixel, 1/2.3″ BSI CMOS sensor allows you to capture sharp images and high-definition video footage. The 4.8″ touch screen simplifies operation, and built-in Wi-Fi makes sharing stored files easy.

Product Details

Visit the Best Buy Holiday Gift Center to see more great cameras, whether you’re giving as a gift or upgrading for yourself.

Never miss a moment. #CamerasatBestBuy

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

Win Some Sweet Treats! Hot Tamales & Mike and Ike #Giveaway

December 18, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 19 Comments

The holidays are a fabulous time for tasty treats and I’m happy to share a giveaway hosted by Ginger of My Mismatched World for Hot Tamales and Mike and Ike Candy!

These candies are classics that Ginger and her family love. They’ll also be in their Christmas stockings.

You can check out Ginger’s review for Hot Tamales and Mike and Ike which is included in her Christmas Gift Guide.

Now you can enter to win the same delicious candy! Just enter via Giveaway Tools below. Sweet!

Hot Tamales and Mike and Ike Candy Giveaway is sponsored by Bender Group PR. Hosted by My MisMatched World. Host and bloggers sharing are not responsible for prize fulfillment. Must live in the US. Must be 18 years old or over. No purchase necessary.

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Capture the Essence of the Holidays with a New Canon EOS Rebel #CanonatBestBuy

December 17, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 6 Comments

I am passionate about Photography and love capturing moments that I can share with friends and family. Near the very top of my wish list this year is The Canon EOS Rebel T5i. Since it’s #Hinting Season, I’ve been leaving my wish list around where it keeps getting “accidentally found”. The prospect of having such a versatile camera that takes sharp vibrant images makes my heart flutter. Luckily, this season you can save $150 on the Canon EOS Rebel which makes this camera even more attractive.

Canon Holiday Image Since Best Buy is not far from us and located in the local mall, we often stop in and check out the deals. Best Buy really is the ultimate destination for the latest cameras to help you capture the essence of the holidays! The Canon EOS Rebel T5i is one of the best-selling DSLRs and there are a lot of excellent reasons why. This camera helps make advanced photography both easy and fun, and it will give you exceptional image quality, along with a wide range of features to enhance your own creative expression.

The bonus is that it’s user-friendly. A variety of automatic functions optimize settings for your given subject, lighting conditions and desired effects.

• Capture Hollywood caliber full HD video
• Continuous autofocus while taking HD video
• Features an 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 5 image processor to ensure vivid, crystal-clear images.
• The 3″ vari-angle touch screen simplifies navigation.

Save $150 on the Canon EOS Rebel T5i at Best Buy*.

*offer valid 12/7-12/20

Visit Best Buy to learn more.

Twitter Partying

Do you love twitter parties? Best Buy is hosting Canon Twitter Party on Thursday December 18th at 7pm CST. Come by and join this party for a chance to receive Best Buy gift cards and other great prizes. Tweet #HintingSeason with your top gifts that you want this Holiday from Best Buy!

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

Faking It!

December 17, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 1 Comment

Now don’t get me wrong? I love authenticity. But, sometimes it really is better to Fake It, especially with autotuned Britney! Save our ears!

Graphic via Treetopia

Win $100 Amazon GC or Paypal Cash! The Last Enchantress #Giveaway

December 17, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein Leave a Comment

The Last Enchantress by Scott & Judith Powell

Being nineteen for over three hundred years bites, and being single in New York with magical powers isn’t much better.

Eva is trying to live an everyday life in New York. When this fails, she takes a seemingly unmagical job as a translator for a wealthy American family in Spain. Eva cannot stay out of trouble for long as she runs into a friendly but hungry vampire named Louis. Eva feels drawn to this handsome, dangerous stranger who has problems of his own.

Louis’s life was just fine until Eva walked into his church. She smells like heaven. Or is it hell, always smelling but never partaking? Surely she is the devil coming to collect on his lost soul.

Amazon

Download a FREE copy of The Last Enchantress

Available December 15th to 17th

Author Biography

Scott Powell was born in Burlington, Vermont, to a father who was a police officer and a mother who emigrated from South Korea. He received a degree in marketing from the University of Las Vegas, Nevada, and a master’s degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Scott served a two-year Spanish-speaking mission for his church. He is a mixed martial artist who continues to train with his father, a second-degree black belt in tae kwon do and a kick boxer.

Besides being married to Scott for almost seventeen years, Judith Powell is a stay-at-home mom whose whole life has been full of stories. Being raised by an Irish storytelling father and a Native American mother, stories have filled her life and her head until they finally had no choice but to flow out through her fingertips.

Praise for the Book

What fun, and new perspective on vampires. And the intro of new specie, Enchantress, gives this novel a wonderful and imaginative take.

It gives us another take on Vampires and the only Enchantress left in the world. The story flows smoothly and the characters are developed well.

Let me just start by saying for the record I am not a huge fan of Vampires or flying humans, but this book has led me away from that concept with a fantastic storyline that focused on a man and woman who were meant to be. The fighting scenes were very detailed and visual as you can tell the authors made this a point of emphasis in preparing this book.

Giveaway!

$100 Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash

Ends 12/31/14

Create your own Holiday Cards with Vidoozi – #Win $100 to Amazon!

December 13, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 23 Comments

Ok, so now I bet you’re asking yourself what a Vidoozi is. Keep reading!

Vidoozi by HooplaHa is a free video creation app for iOS that will help you easily produce and share quality videos using your own video clips and photos. You don’t need complex editing software. Anyone, even those not tech-savvy at all, can pick it up and use it right away.

Most of us have video clips or photos we enjoy sharing with our friends and family. The beauty of Vidoozi is that you can use those pics and clips, or easily create new ones and put together a polished video which is easily shared. Whether you want to capture the essence of a special occasion or moment, whether you want to create Birthday, Anniversary or Holiday cards, Vidoozi will walk you through the steps and leave you with a product you can be proud of.

Vidoozi is free and fun and you can get it right here at the iTunes store. You can get it for your iPhone or use it on your iPad. I made mine on my iPad mini.

It really is true that every picture tells a story.

Here’s a quick video showing how easy Vidoozi is to use.

For my Holiday Vidoozi, I simply downloaded the app and it walked me through the steps. First I chose a message and background image. There are lots already there for you or you can customize your own. Next, I took a small snippet of video. Then I added in 5 of my holiday pics. I used the app to take a bit more video. I then added a closing and a soundtrack. There are many choices there and I quickly downloaded the extra free holiday pack so I could get even more selections.

After that, it’s a simple preview and re-edit or publish! Voilà!

It really couldn’t be easier.

Click to see my Holiday video.

I will definitely be using this app to create lots of fun videos throughout the year because of the quality and ease of use. I also look forward to my friends using it so I can see their videos as well. There’s something about a picture or a video that simply melts away the miles and draws you near. It’s a bit of warmth on even the coldest Winter night.

So, check out Vidoozi for yourself and enjoy!

Here’s a bit more good news for you! One of you who makes a Vidoozi Holiday video is going to win $100 to Amazon which will come in handy this time of year!

How do you win? Make a Holiday Vidoozi of your own. Use the simple Giveaway Tools widget and you’re in. Hey, don’t make that face. It’s super easy and enjoyable. I totally loved it and am working on a few more.

I can’t wait to see your Vidoozi’s! Don’t stress! After all, the main point of Vidoozi is to have fun!

Just to reiterate: You must create your own Vidoozi Video to be eligible for the $100 Amazon gift card. Please put the link to your video below in the comments section. The video will be on the HooplaHa website. Thank you and good luck!

Make sure to write a full comment and not just start with a link as then the site will think your comment is spam.

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I received compensation as part of my relationship with the Quality Blue Community. All opinions expressed are my own.

Healthy Essentials for the Holidays

December 12, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 12 Comments

It feels like the days are speeding up lately, and, in fact, the holidays are right around the corner. It’s a time when we often spend more as we buy gifts for our family, friends and co-workers. It’s also a time to enjoy as there is definitely something special in the air. Along with the scent of evergreen and peppermint, there’s a holiday spirit which enlivens the season. So, why not stress less and have more fun?

Johnson & Johnson knows that this is the perfect season to unwrap great savings and help balance the budget. You can find helpful coupons and tips by visiting the Healthy Essentials® website where you can save up to $35 on some of your favorite products. From looking holiday ready and baking tasty treats for the festivities to staying healthy and taking care of yourself and your family, you’ll find products for this season and for every day of the year.

Here are some of the products you’ll find savings on!

NEUTROGENA^® Healthy Volume^® Mascara Waterproof: This has a wonderful waterproof formula with olive oil that penetrates and helps plump the core of each and every lash. From the outside, the Super-Sized Visible Volume Brush builds even the smallest lashes with rich, volume-building color with no clumps, smudges or flakes. The result? 400% fuller, beautifully conditioned lashes!

CLEAN & CLEAR^® Night Relaxing Deep Cleaning Face Wash: With deep sea minerals and sea kelp extract, this purifying cleanser cleans deep to effectively wash away daily build-up – like dirt, oil and impurities deep in pores. So effective, this foaming cleanser even washes away dirt and oil you can’t see while calming aromas help wind you down – leaving you clean and relaxed. Oil-free. Won’t clog pores. Won’t over dry.

AVEENO^® POSITIVELY RADIANT^® Targeted Tone Corrector: Helps reduce the look of stubborn dark spots, discolorations, and uneven tone to improve skin’s radiance in just 2 weeks. It is oil free, noncomedogenic and nonirritating.

LISTERINE^® ULTRACLEAN^® Dental Floss: Shred-resistant dental floss stretches, flexes and slides easily between teeth. MICRO-GROOVES^® Technology removes 2x more plaque than Glide^® Mint Floss.

LISTERINE^® ULTRACLEAN™ Mouthwash: The only leading mouthwash with an anti-tartar ingredient and new EVERFRESH™ Technology for a dentist clean feeling that lasts up to three times longer vs. brushing alone. Has the clinically proven plaque and germ-killing power of LISTERINE^® Antiseptic.

BAND-AID^® Brand Adhesive Bandages: America’s #1 bandage brand covers all your wound-protection needs. BAND-AID^® Brand Adhesive Bandages have covered and protected cuts and scrapes for millions of people over 90 years.

JOHNSON’S^® NO MORE TANGLES^® Detangling Spray: Works to instantly unlock knots and tangles in wet or dry hair. Easy detangling and manageability. Gentle NO MORE TEARS^® formula.

SPLENDA^® No Calorie Sweetener, Sugar Blend and Brown Sugar Blend: SPLENDA^® Sweetener Products can contribute to a healthier lifestyle by helping to reduce calories from added sugar, and can be used almost anywhere sugar is used, including cooking and baking. Made from a blend of pure sugar and SPLENDA^® Brand Sweetener (sucralose). A half-cup of SPLENDA^® Sugar Blend or Brown Sugar Blend replaces a full cup of sugar, so it provides only half the calories and carbohydrate of sugar. Specifically designed for use in baked goods to add sweetness and moistness and provide browning and volume.

I’m in love with the No More Tangles Spray! It not only smells good, but, it really helps with those stubborn tangles. The Band-Aids are perfect for dry chapped skin and the paper cuts that accompany it in Winter. Listerine has always been a favorite here as it helps to keep the whole family feeling fresh and clean. I also have been using the Clean & Clear Deep Cleansing Face Wash at Night. It really proves you don’t have to spend a lot to get great skin.

Visit the Healthy Essentials® website for savings on your favorite products during the holidays.

Enjoy the Magic of the Season!

This post is part of the HEALTHY ESSENTIALS® 2014 program by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. and The Motherhood, who sent me a box of products and compensated me for my time. Opinions, experiences and photos shared here are all my own, and I hope you enjoy them.

Awesome #SonySavings Holiday Deal: Sony 40” HDTV just $369.99!

December 11, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 4 Comments

During the holidays, so many are looking for a great deal on a HDTV. Sony has always been my favorite brand for quality and realistic color! In fact, when I got my very first apartment, I bought my first Sony. Even though I’ve since then graduated to bigger sets, that original still works fine.

Here’s a fabulous deal for you. Originally $459.99, you can now buy this set for only $369.99. That’s a wonderful bargain at 23% off for a 40″ Sony Smart LED HDTV with free shipping.

This offer expires 1/4/15, so make sure to shop soon!

Deal Details

Make sure to use Promo Code: SD40W590B80
Limited quantities, coupon does not stack with other offers, limited to 2 per customer.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sony; however all opinions herein are mine.

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• Capture Hollywood caliber full HD video • Continuous autofocus while taking HD video • Features an 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 5 image processor to ensure vivid, crystal-clear images. • The 3″ vari-angle touch screen simplifies navigation.

• Capture Hollywood caliber full HD video
• Continuous autofocus while taking HD video
• Features an 18.0-megapixel CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 5 image processor to ensure vivid, crystal-clear images.
• The 3″ vari-angle touch screen simplifies navigation.