Boudreaux's Butt Paste - Free Sample!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Boudreaux's Butt Paste. All opinions are 100% mine.

When I had just had my youngest son, I was pretty active in online message boards.  Every time someone one the boards would ask for a diaper rash cream recommendation, Boudreaux's Butt Paste was always the 1st one I saw!  With a name like that and so many recommendations, of course I had to try it.  My boys have been notorious for BAD diaper rashes.  I mean, to the point of bleeding.  It absolutely breaks your heart when your baby is hurting and nothing is working.  But then I tried Butt Paste.  I swear I heard angels sing.  Little Monkey Man didn’t have to suffer like his big brothers did.  I used it at the first sign of redness and the rash would go away.  I highly recommend Boudreaux’s Butt Paste - if you haven’t tried it, go to Boudreaux's Butt Paste and get your free sample!

Boudreaux’s Butt Paste was specifically formulated by a pharmacist with direction from a respected pediatrician to provide effective diaper rash care.  It goes on and wipes off easily.  There are several convenient sizes - 1oz, 2oz, 3oz, and 4oz tubes come with flip top caps, and a 16oz jar.  Boudreaux’s Butt Paste has a pleasant scent.  It has a skin protectant, too!

Boudreaux’s Butt Paste has been featured on:

Oprah Show

Tonight Show

Today Show

People Magazine

ESPN

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I Caught Santa!! Discount & Giveaway!

Are your kids looking forward to next weekend?  Crazy question, right?  Are they counting down the days until Santa comes?  I'm always telling my kids that Santa is watching so they'll be on their best behavior.  They didn't really believe me that Santa can see them all the time, so I showed them this picture:

Just a normal picture of the kids until I went to iCaughtSanta.com and added a little Christmas magic!

I simply uploaded it to the iCaughtSanta website, chose the Santa pose I wanted and then proceeded to checkout. Easy as can be!  You can prove to your family that you caught Santa in the act! There is even a video version!  

My readers will receive a whopping 25% off (regularly $9.99) when using the code SANTA2010 during checkout!

Want an even better deal?  I'm going to do a very simple and quick giveaway.  Go to iCaughtSanta.com.  Come back and comment here on your favorite Santa pose and give me your email address.  The first 9 responses I get will receive a code for a FREE iCaughtSanta.com picture!!!

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. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product review & giveaway Disclosure.

What's Your Wicked Fresh Moment?

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Toms of Maine. All opinions are 100% mine.

Have you heard of Tom's Of Maine?  They are a company that’s been around for about 40 years.  They are committed to supporting people, the community and the planet.  Tom’s of Maine specializes in products like toothpaste, mouthwash, dental floss, soap and deodorant.  

What really draws me to their products is HOW they make them!

*No animal testing or animal ingredients

*They share all the ingredients, it’s purpose and source

*They use sustainable practices in every aspect of their business

*No artificial colors, flavors, fragrance or preservatives

*They strive to maximize recycled content and recyclability of their packaging

*5% of employee time is spent volunteering & 10% of profits go to human and environmental goodness

I’m always trying to find products that are safe for my kids.  The idea of putting chemicals in their bodies that they don’t need and that could hurt them scares me!  

Tom’s of Maine has 14 different kinds of toothpaste, including one for kids.  My favorite for me, though is the Wicked Fresh!  It really does keep your breath fresh longer than my old big-name toothpaste.  It gives you good cavity protection and they only use natural flavor oils and botanical extracts!

We are also big fans of the Wicked Fresh mouthwash!   I love using a mouthwash, but hate the burn!!  Ouch!  But Wicked Fresh has NO burn.  Just clean feeling and good mint flavor.  

Share one of your Wicked Fresh moments for a chance to win Wicked Fresh! prizes at That's Wicked Fresh contest page  

Want to stay up to date on Tom’s of Maine?  Follow them on Facebook or Twitter @TomsofMaine!

CSN Giveaway!!!!

Winner did not respond to my email.  New winner is Dawn!  Please respond to my email within 48 hours to claim your prize!




I can't tell you guys how excited I am to offer a $30 CSN gift certificate to my readers!  I bought several great gifts through them this year for my kids.  CSN stores have a ton of items, from luggage sets (one of the items I bought for myself!) to home decor to toys, lighting, and more.  They have 200+ stores all in one place. You just need to go and check it out for yourself.

Giveaway: Entering for this is simple! One, you have to be a follower of this blog. Once you're a follower, fill out the form below and click, "Submit." You're officially entered to win!

This contest will end on December 22, 2010 at 11:59pm (Central Time) and is open to US entrants only. Sorry! All entries must be in by then. The winner will be announced the following morning!

Search for America’s Most Amazingly Energized Woman - Contest!

As a mom, I know I often feel like I’m tugged in many directions - especially this time of year.  Women usually do all the planning, shopping, baking, cooking, cleaning, class parties, office parties, gift wrapping, entertaining at home AND still take care of our families.  In the midst of that, we have a warm smile on our faces!  Well, someone is paying attention to that!

This holiday season, the makers of Centrum and Molly Shannon are in search of “America’s Most Amazingly Energized Woman” and they need your help!

You are encouraged to nominate someone who lives life and loves to the fullest during the holiday season while staying healthy.  (You can nominate yourself, too!!!)

Go to LoveFeelingHealthy.com to nominate someone.  Share her secrets to enjoying life and love to the fullest during the holidays.  Submissions must be 300 words or less about how she does it with a smile.  Nominations must be submitted by no later than January 3, 2011.  A panel of judges will select five (5) finalists and then the public will vote for “America’s Most Amazingly Energized Woman!”

Grand Prize: $3,000 XPERIENCE DAYS Gift Certificate.

Four (4) Runner-Up Prizes: $400 XPERIENCE DAYS Gift Certificate

While visiting the site, download a $3.00 coupon for Centrum Women’s or Centrum Men’s to help you achieve better health during this busy holiday season.

On LoveFeelingHealthy.com, Molly Shannon has given some tips on how to get the most joy out of the holidays by living to the fullest - be sure to check back often!

I am a member of One2One Network and this post is part of a member project where I am eligible to win prizing.  I make no claims about Centrum as a product or it's effectiveness.

100 Followers!

Yay!  We did it!  We hit 100+ followers this week!  

Just in time for a Christmas giveaway!  Prize includes a set of 4 handmade Christmas Coasters in your choice of design.  I'll also tuck in a few more goodies to surprise you!  Like I said earlier in the week - this giveaway will only last 2 days.  That way I have time to complete everything and get it shipped to you!  So enter below!  The only requirement is you must be a follower of For The Luv Of Boys!

Giveaway closed - Congrats to Liz Clearman, who won the Christmas Coasters!

Christmas Home Tour

This year there are so many beautiful homes decorated for Christmas.  There are a couple of amazing Christmas Tour of Homes going on at Nesting Place and Kelly's Korner.  I just LOVE seeing all the different ways people decorate.  I'm getting some great ideas! 

I figured I might as well join, so come on in!  Let me show you around.

First let me introduce you to my Christmas Caroling Snowmen!

These little guys sit on the bar between my living room and kitchen.  

Along with my cute little Christmas Countdown!

From this angle, you can see the snowflakes we've hung above their heads. 

Look at his tiny book - wonder what song he's singing?

 The back wall of my house has these big windows.  They needed something, so I added some milk glass and a wreath with gold and white ornaments.  

 Here is a closer shot of the milk glass bowl with gold ornaments.  I love the way the light catches the glitter at different times of day.

And here is a shot of the vase with glittery swirls.  This milk glass came from my grandma, so I try to keep it displayed all the time.

Now standing at those windows, if you were to turn around - this is what you'd see.

When I first came to look at this house, I saw those banisters and could just picture garland wrapped around them and hundreds of twinkling lights.  It actually brought tears to my eyes - that's how I knew this had to be our home!

Our mantel:

I wanted to keep our mantel simple.  I love the way my santa set looks with just a couple of candles and white ruffle trees the boys helped me make. 

Isn't that sleigh amazing?!

Love that Santa!  Hope I'm on that list!

And our tree!

 I posted before about my sad little tree.  Well, I decided I like it more than I thought.  I don't need a big, huge tree!  That just means more work for me, right?  So I brought this one downstairs - by myself, not an easy task.  I had to put the ornaments back on that fell off on the trip down. lol  And now the tree is getting a prime spot in our living room so we can enjoy it more.

*Note - I'm still on the search for a perfect Nativity scene.  If you see a great one somewhere, let me know.  And we can't hang our stockings yet.  Last year we had a few accidents when the kids wanted to try to hang ON their stockings and the heavy holders fell down on their heads.  Not fun.