One Final Word
I have been sitting here wondering what to say. I have erased and started over 30 times.
How to talk about the passing of someone so young and so tragically that it takes you not just in a shock, but in more of a white lightening bolt. How do you describe someone that has been a rock where others needed strength, but somehow slipped under your own radar in needing the same shoulder.
It seems cliché to tell you that Karissa was a wonderful person, so I won’t. I’ll instead tell you that she was hysterically funny, that she had a no holds barred attitude, that she held people up so strongly that you forgot to ask if she ever needed anything back. That she initiated conversation, that she waited for no one, that she was creative, and imaginative, and was always volunteering to help.
That she has caused the world around her to cry in her passing.
And while those are my words, it was important for me to pass on just a few words of her surrounding community of friends:
Karissa was a strong, loving person with the ability to touch everyone she met. Friendly, honest, giving, thoughtful and sweet are only a few of the words to describe the beautiful person that she was. I will never forget her.
Karissa was a pleasure to know and a sweet and true friend.
Karissa was my silly friend who could always make me crack a smile. I will save our emails and look back on them on those days, like today, when I could really use one. Miss you my goofy silly friend.
Karissa was strong and dependable. She was always there when a person needed her. I have to believe she touched many souls and truly carries a beautiful spirit.
Karissa was eager to help me as a beginning blogger. She wanted me to succeed even though she didn’t know me. That shows the depth of her heart.
Karissa was a beautiful woman, inside and out, shown through caring about her friends and helping them, as well as the planet she lived on.
Karissa was an inspiration to me. I looked up to her as a big sister blogger.
Karissa was knowledgeable and willing to help out anyone, even those she didn’t know.
Karissa was someone who never hesitated to help another.
Karissa was not afraid to speak up for herself or her friends. She was tenacious and strong and quite simply, beautiful inside and out.
Karissa was, and will remain, an inspiration to those she helped selflessly.
Its because of this we are at a loss.
I wish the eloquence would come, the uplifting spirit, the heartfelt words that would give everyone hope, but my strength is being spent in prayers and disbelief.
Much discussion has been lent recently to friendships and when death strikes us reaching out socially. The truth is, Karissa was a social blogger and someone important in many lives, even ones she never ‘met’. I am a social blogger, the chances are that if you are reading this, you got here through social means.
Our friendships are real.
Our tears are real.
Our pain is real.
Please do not let her passing be in vain. If you need help, reach out. Find a friend, friend a stranger, but find someone to talk to. There are people that love you, that need you, and that can help you get through whatever it is that you are feeling.
Karissa- I do not pray for your peace as I know you have it. I only pray for those around us that suffer in your passing. The world is a little dimmer today.
I will never forget you.
~Trisha
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If you were a company that she has an obligation with, please contact me directly at trisha(at)momdot.com and we will be happy to find you a blogger friend of hers for conclusion of your giveaway or review on behalf of her*. All current contests have been closed and Stefanie from DesignPress Unlimited will be contacting the winners and reps.
*I am disgusted that I have to come back and CLARIFY this, but Karissa was part of our review network and part of our community-hence access to her blog. We know that she was proud, and rightfully so, of her blog and would want her website treated with respect and not left without completion. She was a friend in life and remains one in death.
We are working closely with her family to ensure her wishes.
Perricone MD Giveaway (Closed)
Hi everyone! I am here again today with another amazing Perricone Promo. This giveaway is for their Pigment Corrective System. This system treats loss of elasticity and irregular pigmentation with Pycnogenol and DMAE.
The Pigment Corrective System is a safe and effective 2 part system including a supplement + cream that addresses hyper-pigmentation and brown age spots. It visibly brightens skin’s appearance while protecting it from the visible effects of photo-aging. The Pigment Corrective system improves overall skin health and provides firming benefits with DMAE. It’s also formulated with Pycnogenol, known for its multitude of health and skin benefits. Complements all Perricone MD treatment regimens.
Refer to the links below this post to see previous giveaways by Perricone to learn more about the man behind the science!
One winner will receive a Pigment Corrective System, which is a $175 value!
To enter, visit Perricone and tell me at least one other item you would like to try out!
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Théra Wise Review and Giveaway (Closed)
The team at Théra Wise is a group of environmentally conscious health professionals committed to creating safe and effective plant based over the counter ointments for improved personal health and wellness.
Since 2001, Théra Wise maintains a commitment to providing the most efficacious bio-active available on the market today. All-Natural Therapeutic Ointments Théra Wise products can best be described as clean, natural plant therapy ointments. They are available for purchase online and easily at CVS, Wal-Mart and many drugstores in Canada, where the products are created. ***edit, the VpR and HmR are the only ones available at CVS now, and so far they aren’t carried in stores locally ONLY on CVS.com.
A minimum of 99% of the total ingredients are of bioactive natural plant origin (excluding water).
A minimum of 35%of the total ingredients are from organic agriculture including certified, non-certified and transitional organics.
Théra Wise® uses bioactive plant material that is transformed with low-impact environmentally friendly processes without the use of hydrocarbon extraction methods.
Théra Wise® products are manufactured in a state-of-the-art Health Canada Site Licence (NHP) and Establishment Licence (Pharmaceutical) approved facility to ensure strict quality control from raw material selection through to the finished product. Théra Wise® products have been developed to meet Health Canada’s NHPD regulations.
Théra Wise carries 4 products.
HmR- Bio Active Hemorrhoid Ointment-
Helps relieve the discomfort and itching associated with hemorrhoids and inflamed tissues. Aids in protection of irritated anorectal areas and provides relief for burning and irritation. A Wise choice for hemorrhoids and hemorrhoids associated with pregnancy.
SHO- Bio Active Skin Healing Ointment
Aids in wound healing.
Reduce skin irritation and inflammation. Antibacterial properties. A Wise alternative to corticosteroids, anti-itch and antibacterial ointment.
VpR-Bioactive Vaporizing Decongestant Rub
Supportive therapy for coughs, colds, nasal and chest congestion. (I really could have used this over the last week!)
Ac+- Bio Active Acne Ointment
Supportive therapy for acneic skin conditions, to reduce swelling and local inflammation. Antibacterial properties.
A Wise choice for gentle, balanced supportive care for the treatment of Acne.
Each of the four have each one of these properties:
- Bio-active botanical extracts and therapeutic nutrients start the healing process from deep within the skin.
- Théra Wise uses all natural plant extract of organic chamomile, argan kernel, grape seed, barley beta glucan, witch hazel, calendula, seabuckthorn, organic rose hip seed and olive fruit to reduce inflammation and rejuvenate and restore delicate skin tissue.
- Natural plant antimicrobial extracts ensure product safety and reliability.
- All Théra Wise products are paraben and petro-chemical chemical free, what is good for your body is also good for the environment.
I was blessed to be sent the SHO, the healing ointment. I have been using this on small acne spots, plus an icky cut I gave myself on my ankle shaving. I am not normally a fast healer for some reason, but this applies 3-5 times daily helped the nasty cut to heal really fast. I have bad circulation to my feet (chalk that up to not enough exercise, lol) and so I was really impressed at the speediness of my ankle healing.
It didn’t break me out when I put it on my acne. I didn’t put it everywhere just on a couple of the monsters I got during my time of the month. Color me IMPRESSED!! It dries to a nice, non-greasy finish, which is great for under makeup.
Since they carry these at CVS, which I just realized, I am going to run out to CVS later and pick up the VpR to try and help Craig and I breath better at night.
I also know most pregnant women have had or will get hemorrhoids. What better to use then a safe cream that you can be confident in, and know that what you skin is absorbing is not going to harm your growing baby?
Therawise would like to offer one Prissy Green reader a SHO and VpR set! This is a $36.52 value! (or $40 CAD)
To enter, please visit Therawise and tell me something you learned and which product you would want to try first!
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Halls Refresh Giveaway! Robe & Slippers Set Plus an AMEX GiftCard (Closed)
Halls not just for coughing and sore throats!
HALLS Refresh is a brand new Mouth Moistening product with Advanced Moisture Action. It is a great tasting, sugar-free drop that has been specially formulated to help moisten your mouth.
It is available in three, mouth-watering flavors:
Juicy Strawberry
Tropical Wave
Refreshing Mint
Each can be found in the same stores you find HALLS today. Enjoy anytime you are looking for mouth-moistening refreshment.
I have tried the Strawberry, and I like it more then gum to help quench a dry mouth. Very refreshing and tasty! Halls had not sent it to me, I tried them on my own about a week ago.
For more information on Halls Refresh, please visit the Halls website at www.gethalls.com
Also, Halls has set up a Facebook Fan Page – www.facebook.com/halls, you should check it and become a fan.
HALLS Refresh would like to provide warmth and relief this holiday season to one of my lucky readers. One reader will win this warm and fluffy Robe and Slipper set, along with a $100 AMEX gift card!
To enter you must be an email subscriber of Prissy Green.
No need to leave a comment stating this, I will verify when I pull the winner.
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Contest closes at 11:59pm EST on 1/4/10. Winner will be drawn from Random.org and verified per the rules. US only.
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Halls.
Nimli Review and Giveaway (Closed)
You might remember one of my first giveaways and the introduction of NIMLI into the world of Bloggers and Giveaways back in early February of this year. Well now I am bringing Nimli and their Azuri Collection back to Prissy Green for another review and giveaway!
Azuri, from Nimli, is a collection of wraps & scarves, created using the finest natural fabrics including cashmere, wool & silk. The collection offers a stylish & elegant approach to essential accessories. Azuri redefines the importance of basics, presenting an array of beautiful wraps and scarves – all of which can be worn as the perfect complement to the season’s styles. Simply, the collection combines the importance of utility with the appeal and charm of accessory.
I have these gorgeous Bamboo Bangle Bracelets.
These bangles are crafted with pure bamboo. Dyed with natural vegetable dyes and made to last. Dress up a jean outfit, or a black dress. I am thinking a cute scarf, jeans and these bangles.
I also have a reusable Nimli shopping tote. made from Organic Cotton, it is quite sturdy and cute enough to be used for more then just groceries.
TWO winners will receive a Nimli Tote and two of the Bamboo Bangle Bracelets. A $50 Value each!
To enter, visit NIMLI and tell me something there that you would like to give or receive this holiday season.
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EcoTOOLS Review and Giveaway (Closed)
I love Alicia Silverstone. I always have ever since her appearance in the “Crazy” video for Aerosmith. Then just got extra cool points when she starred in Clueless. Hilarious.
Now she is a super green girl with being vegan and always lending her self to eco-friendly companies and campaigns. Her latest is being a brand ambassador for a new line of items from EcoTOOLS! The actress, known for her animal-rights and environmental activism, is partnering with EcoTools to unleash a line of eco- and wallet-friendly cosmetics brushes and totes.
Made with natural hemp materials and lined with recycled PET plus they are really cute and extremely practical not to mention affordable!
The limited-edition collection, which will be available from December through 2010 at mass-market retailers like Walgreens, Amazon & Target, features a printed bouquet of Silverstone’s favorite flowers (lavender, rose, chrysanthemum, thyme), along with hangtags printed on tree-free stone paper.
The digs:
- A 5 Pc Brush Set w/ Bag
, which includes a finishing brush, blush brush, angled eyeshadow brush, and lash and brow groomer.
- A cosmetics brush bag, which also includes a blush brush.
- A Train Case
with a zip top and clear removable compartment.
- An Overnight Bag
with two removable interior compartments.
- A Small Cosmetic Bag
for throwing into a purse.
I think they are all pretty terrific, but my absolute favorite is the Overnight Bag. It is so practical! I have one made by Mary Kay but it is almost too big, and it has been to the ends of the earth and back and then some, so it needed replaced. The only thing missing is a hook it’s hangable in hotels. Short on counter space in nearly all of them!
It has 2 PET bags on one side and 1 large PET bag on the other. Keeps anything liquid from spilling all over everything, including the clothes in your bag.
I have also been using the cosmetics bag in my purse. I have a pretty large handbag, and this allows me to keep a little organized. I like them because they are not only pretty, but completely eco-friendly. Plus I can tell friends and family (and YOU!) to go get your own because they are so affordable! Starting at just $8.99 and ending at under $20! You really can’t beat that, plus they seem to be very well made.
EcoTools also participates in 1% for the Planet, meaning they donate 1% of all sales to environmental organizations to help make the planet a healthier and happier place now and for the future!
And I have a present for THREE of you! Three of you will win: ($60 value!)
An Overnight Bag
A 5 piece Brush Set and Cosmetic Bag
Train Case
Cosmetic Bag
To enter, visit Eco-TOOLS online and tell me another item from their lines that you would like to have or give! Easy!
And don’t forget, these are available at Walgreens and Target so if you have last minute gifts they will be there!
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Aura Cacia Review and Giveaway (closed)
Aura Cacia is very easily the most affordable and easy to find top of the line Essential Oil company. And of course for that reason my favorite. I remember when I first started toying with essential oils. I was in high school and didn’t know that difference between brands, and how they are processed and that the least expensive usually means the lest quality too.
Aura Cacia began in 1982, it has been a leader in aromatherapy sales and quality — as well as a key source of expert information that has fueled the widespread awareness of aromatherapy that we see today.
A key to Aura Cacia’s leadership is sourcing pure, authentic essential oils — dealing face-to-face with the people growing the plants and extracting the essential oil themselves whenever they can. Frequent trips to places like Europe, the Ukraine, Oregon and Australia to visit suppliers and processors illustrate Aura Cacia’s commitment to finding the best sources for their oils.
They also test every oil they receive to make sure it meets high standards. Aura Cacia industry-leading testing program — which now includes gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) — allows them to guarantee that they are providing its customers with the highest quality essential oils available. Whenever possible, they offer oils that are certified organic as well.
Aura Cacia makes aromatherapy accessible with innovative ready-to-use products that let even beginners realize the full benefits of their 100% pure essential oils in a variety of ways that can easily be a part of any lifestyle.
Aura Cacia cares about aromatherapy and the people who use it. This is evident in the quality and affordable pricing of their oils and each and ever one of their products.
I was blessed to have Aura Cacia reach out to me and send me a few items to try out. Of course I was familiar with their oils, but I had not tried many of their extra accessories and skin care items. One that was sent to me that I was honestly a little wary about is the Aura Cacia Patchouli Sweet Orange Body Polish. Why was I wary? I didn’t want to smell like a hippie! I have always loved the smell of Patchouli but have been around so many (dirty) hippies trying to cover up smells with it that the scent has lost its luster to me. (don’t get me wrong, I love hippies, just not the smelly ones) Well Aura Cacia brought it back to me! The sweet orange balances the musky, spicy scent and leaves a really clean, slightly spicy and sweet scent. They know how to merge oils that is proven in this! ($10.99)
So how well does it perform? Hydrating, drenching, rough skin buster! Formulated with organic Fair Trade Certified sugar cane, grape seed oil, apricot kernel oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil and shea butter. How is that for a karate chop to dry skin? Use this on hands, feet and other rough areas like knees and elbows for a sensationally smooth feel. Because it has so much moisture it helps to heal and lock the moisture and the new skin in!
My skin gets so very dry in winter. I work at keeping it hydrating on a daily basis. One item Aura Cacia sent me is their Soothing Organic Milk & Oat Bath. It is created with lavender and skin-nourishing organic milk powder and skin-calming organic whole-grain oat powder to really soothe overly dry irritated skin. I think this would be perfect for someone post-fever too. If you have ever been to Prissy Green before then you know I am a sucker for a nice bath! I used this last satuday, and had my latest book. I threw a mask on my face, one on my hair and soaked and soaked. My skin came out soft and refreshed! ($3.29)
I am also trying out a sweet little Snowflake Diffuser. We always had live trees for Christmas while I was growing up, so my senses only recognize Christmas if I smell the pine(y) scents. The Aura Cacia Snowflake Diffuser is artisan-crafted from sustainable softwood maple and comes with a full sized bottle of Balsalm Fir Needle Essential Oil. (15.99)
My house smells just like a Christmas tree! I love it! Now I admit, we don’t actually have a tree….. I mean I would like one, but it would be up to me and, well that is a lot of work! So I just have this sitting on the counter in between the kitchen and living room and the scent wafts up and fills the whole room. Love it! and it really would make a nice gift and is completely reusable next year, and the next!
I also this new card deck! The Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Deck is 54 cards containing information about essential oils, aromatherapy benefits, recipes for oils, and experiences associated with aromatherapy. I think this is a really fun set for a novice essential oil user or even someone a little more experienced, as it has some really great information and some great recipes. ($9.99)
Aura Cacia has tons of gifts for anyone on your list. I know it might be late, but some of these you can find at stores near you too! If not order today, December 17th! I think today is last day to get items from most retail stores by Christmas. (haven’t spoken to Aura Cacia about this, so i am unsure)
Aura Cacia has a Organic Baby line plus a kids line as well ! Essential oils can help to brighten a cranky child, calm a child before bedtime or just use in place of traditional drying soaps and cleansers!
And Aura Cacia wants to share all the items I reviewed with you too! One Prissy Green Reader will win:
A Snowflake Diffuser
Soothing Organic Milk & Oat Bath
Patchouli & Sweet Orange Body Polish
Aromatherapy Card Deck
In total a $40 value! But much more rewarding!
PLUS I have two extra bottles of Aura Cacia Rosewood Essential oil that I would like to share with two runner up winners! $9.99 each!)
To enter, visit Aura Cacia and tell me an item you would most like to try out and why.
Please find something unique and not mentioned here.
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Contest closes at 11:59pm EST on 12/30. Winner will be drawn from Random.org and verified per the rules. US only.
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Frontier Co-op Review and Giveaway (Closed)
I have something to share with you today that has been proven to prevent cancer, Sulforaphane. It is found in high amounts in a very easy to grow and eat food. Broccoli Sprouts. Broccoli sprouts contain 20-50 times more Sulforaphane then a serving of adult broccoli. Sulforaphane is an antioxidant and stimulators of natural detoxifying enzymes. Basically it can help to stave off the free radicals all over the place.
Vitamins A, B, C, E and K
Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc
Carotene, Chlorophyll
Amino Acids
Trace Elements
Antioxidants
Protein: 35%
I used to grow sprouts on a regular basis. Then my jar broke and I just forgot to replace it, or just never quite got around it it. Recently Frontier Natural Products Co-op sent me a Sprouting Jar and a healthy supply of Organic Broccoli seeds to start my sprouting habit again. With in 4 days I had a nice jar of sprouts, and have been able to use them on salads and sandwiches since! I have Annie Chun’s Kimchi Soup Noodle Bowl
The jar is just a regular Ball Jar and then has this lid:
I really enjoy them because it gives me a way to “garden” and eat fresh home grown veggies in the winter. It really can’t get any easier then this:
To sprout, use 2 tablespoons seeds per quart jar or Easy Sprout Sprouter. Soak in water 10-12 hours, then drain. Rinse seeds 2 to 3 times a day until ready to use (about 5 days).
I think most of you would find other items at Frontier Co-op too. Organic Herbs to make teas, Organic spices and seasonings. Not to mention essential oils, waxes, and clays. Plus Vanilla, cocoa and sugar. I know I left a hundred things off of this list, but now I think you know where to start. Most items are organic or Fair Trade which goes a long way in my book.
Plus Frontier Natural Products Co-op wants to give one of you a chance to win a Sprouter and a 1 lb bag of Organic Broccoli seeds! This is a $50 Value!
To enter, visit Frontier Natural Products Co-op and tell me something there that you would like to try yourself and why.
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Contest closes at 11:59pm EST on 12/30. Winner will be drawn from Random.org and verified per the rules. US and Canada.
disclosure: I did receive items for review, but the opinions expressed are honest and my very own.
Citizenpip Reusable Lunch Bags and Containers! Review & Giveaway (Closed)
Citizenpip makes it easy to go green with convenient reusable lunch kits and products that are muck-free (lead-free, PVC-free, phthalate-free, and BPA-free).
Citizenpip was inspired by the belief that making small changes in your daily habits can make a significant impact. Feeling guilty about the four plastic baggies she was throwing out each day just from one kid’s lunch, creator Christina Ip-Toma started using reusable containers. But never finding what she was really looking for. She wanted food-safe materials, something airtight and leak-proof, and something easily thrown in the dishwasher. Figuring a lot of other people might switch to reusable if they could find an easy alternative, she decided to start Citizenpip.
Citizenpip sent me a Soup to Nuts kit. I don’t leave for lunch but I almost always have leftovers when I go out. I hate the waste and even more I hate the Styrofoam containers restaurants send me home with. I have been taking my Citizenpip Soup to Nuts kit with me and it is always needed and always perfectly sized. I usually even take a drink to go in the water bottle either water or diet coke.
- • 1 insulated lunch bag with nametag and carabiner that easily attaches to a backpack
- • 1 stainless steel water bottle
- • 1 stainless steel insulated food jar
- • 4 BPA-free airtight food containers
- • 1 stainless steel fork + spoon set
- • 5 100% cotton napkins
This holiday season, Citizenpip reusable lunch gear is the gift that keeps on giving. Not only will it be used everyday, but everytime it is used, the recipient will be making a difference and “giving back” to the environment. And to make it easier than ever to give, Citizenpip kits are beautifully packaged with white cotton ribbon in a recycled white box. Customers can include a gift message and even preorder gifts for a later ship date.
Citizenpip would also like to extend these gifts to you this holiday through 12/31/09:
A gift to you: Receive a free fork+spoon set with every order over $50 (before tax and shipping). Just add a fork+spoon to your shopping cart and use coupon code: PRISSYGREENgives
A gift to one lucky reader:
Citizenpip will giveaway one Square Meal kit to one of Prissy Green reader in the continental US.
A gift to the environment:
Citizenpip will plant one tree in partnership with Trees for the Future for every $10 spent.
The Square Meal Kit Includes: ($42 value)
- • 1 insulated lunch bag with nametag and carabiner that easily attaches to a backpack
- • 1 stainless steel water bottle
- • 4 BPA-free airtight food containers
- • 5 100% cotton napkins
To enter to win, visit Citizenpip and tell me which kit you think would best suited for you and why!
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EcoSMART Giveaway (Closed)
I am the person that was made fun of from a young age for scooping up spiders and taking them outside. I also kept a wild mouse I caught (with my hands in gloves!) at my house because it was snowing outside and I couldn’t bare to put it outside! I knew it wasn’t quite the right thing to do, but throwing it the 8 inches of snow wasn’t either!
Having said that, insects can’t always be helped. When they are indoors, nesting in doorways and the possibility of them hurting Craig, the dogs or myself comes into play, I have to take action. And that is where EcoSMART comes in. Their products are 100% natural which means they contain all organic ingredients and contain no chemicals. This makes our organic home pest control perfectly safe for households with young children and pets while at the same time being able to maintain a pest free home.
EcoSMART Technologies, the world leader in safe pesticide solutions, is a venture-backed company with patented technology and a world-class management team. Their mission is to create the world’s safest, most effective pesticides based on natural ingredients. They have 15 years of scientific research and a wealth of patents behind us. EcoMART makes the only 100% safe insecticide that is proven to work. They offer the only complete line of EPA exempt pesticides sold in the US.
Essential Oils – Nature’s Way
EcoSMART was the first company to apply modern science to essential plant oils — creating the first 100% safe pesticides. Our products are based on the natural defenses that plants and trees have used for their self protection against insects and pathogens for millenia – essential oils.
EcoSMART carries Ant & Roach Spray, Flying Insect Spray, Wasp & Hornet Killer, Home Pest Control & Insect Repellent. Plus items for you lawn and garden! Weed and Grass Killer, Garden Fungicide & Garden Insect Killer.
EcoSMART did send me a couple of items to try out, but since then there hasn’t been a flying insect to be found! So maybe some time into 2010 I can update you! I will probably order some of their garden items once spring rolls around too!
But for now I do have a Safe Home Bundle that EcoSMART would like to give away to one Prissy Green reader. This bundle includes:
– Ant and Roach Killer (14 oz can)
– Home Pest Control (24 oz spray bottle)
– Flying Insect Killer (14 oz can)
– Insect Repellent (6 oz bottle)
All for only $24, a $31 value!
To enter, tell me a product on the EcoSMART website that you would most like to have.
Extra Entries: (you must do the mandatory entry, then the extra entries, please leave a separate comment for all entries) =)
- Subscribe to Prissy Updates (emails) You must must validate the email. (2 entries)
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- Blog about this contest for THREE entries. ** You must link to the giveaway.
- Unlimited entries. Post on any non-giveaway post. Leave link. It must be relevant to the topic. Only one comment per post, but you can do this for as many posts as you like. Each comment is worth 1 entry, so you can not use it for multiple giveaways.
Contest closes at 11:59pm EST on 12/30. Winner will be drawn from Random.org and verified per the rules. US.
