Saturday, April 30, 2011
Review: Sacrifice [Blu-ray]
After a fatal crime is committed upon his wife and daughter, tough undercover cop John Hebron (Oscar® Winner Cuba Gooding Jr., American Gangster, Jerry Maguire, Pearl Harbor) struggles to forgive himself for being unable to save them. Plagued by the past, he turns to the counsel of Father Porter (Christian Slater, “The Forgotten,” Bobby, True Romance) who has recently experienced his own problems when the church's holy Mary statue falls into the hands of hoodlum vandals. When on-the-run criminal Mike (Devon Bostick, “Being Erica,” Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Saw VI) tries to rehabilitate his life for the sake of his little sister, he entrusts each man with something that will change their lives forever.
My husband and I like to watch movies on the weekend and we recently watched Sacrifice [Blu-ray]
. Cuba Gooding Jr. is a great actor and did a wonderful job in this movie. The other actors were good and the plot had lots of depth. However, there were a few parts that I felt dragged on a bit. I would have liked to have seen more action but overall, I would say that it's a decent viewing experience. Three stars!
SACRIFICE – Specifications
Format – DVD, Blu-Ray and Digital
Running Time – 99 minutes
Rated – R
Pre-Book Date – March 22, 2011
Street Date – April 26, 2011
Sound: 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround
SRP: $28.98 (DVD), $22.98 (Blu-Ray), $14.99 (SD Download), $19.99 (HD Download)
Aspect ratio: 16 X 9 2.35 Anamorphic Widescreen
Special Features: Free Digital Copy of the film with DVD and Blu-Ray Purchase, English SDH & Spanish Subtitles and Previews
Disclosure: I received this item for free for reviewing purposes.
Friday, April 29, 2011
Giveaway: Whipped Satin Luxury Cream for Hands & Body
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Review: Whipped Satin Luxury Cream for Hands & Body
I have really sensitive, dry skin and for the longest time I wasn't able to use any type of scented lotion. Now that so companies, like Pink Dandy, are producing color-free, vegan moisturizers, I can smell nice while bettering my skin. The first time I tried Pink Dandy's Whipped Satin Luxury Cream, I had just had a nice long, hot shower. As soon as I opened it, I was thrilled with the delicious scent. I loved how it felt while I was rubbing it on, it was thick and creamy, not greasy and oily. My skin felt fully hydrated all day long. All of my friends asked me what perfume I was wearing and they were shocked when I told them it was Whipped Satin Luxury Cream. They all want to try it out for themselves, but I told them to get their own. I'm addicted to it and can't imagine using anything else on my body. Try it and you will see why!
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Giveaway: End the Fed by Ron Paul Audio Book
Over 4,000 students gathered at the University of Michigan to hear Republican Party candidate Ron Paul speak. As he began to address the topics of monetary policy and the coming depression, a chant rose from the crowd, "End the Fed! End the Fed!" As dollar bills were lit on fire and thrown into the night skies, it became clear that the real problem, one that nobody in the media was talking about, was the central bank-an unconstitutional entity and a political, economic, and moral disaster.
Most people don't give a second thought to the Federal Reserve, but they should. In END THE FED, Ron Paul argues that the Fed is both corrupt and dangerously autonomous, inflating currency today at nearly a Weimar or Zimbabwe level. What most people don't realize is that the Fed is actually working against their own personal interests. Ron Paul's urgent appeal tells us how we went wrong and what we need to do fix America's economic structure for future generations.
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Giveaway: Do Tell the Relationship Board Game Family Version
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Review: Do Tell the Relationship Board Game Family Version
One of the most vivid memories that I have of my childhood is game night. At least one night a week, Dad, Mom, myself and my sister would sit at the kitchen table and play a board or card game. I always looked forward to these nights because I got to spend time with my favorite people.
My husband and I enjoy games, so I decided that it would be a good idea to have a game night. We played Do Tell and ended up learning a lot of things that we didn't know about each other. The game is designed for two to eight players and is for players age 8 to 88. It only takes about 45 minutes to learn new and exciting things about your spouse, child, sibling, etc. We had a blast playing and it was great to have an evening full of laughter.
This game has been winning all sorts of much deserved recognition, even winning the Kidlutions Preferred Product Award. I can tell you from experience, if you want to get to know someone, there's no better way than to play Do Tell.
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Fuming
The other day, Krista and I were hanging out and we both witnessed something that really got to us. We had gone to Walmart and on our way back to her house, saw a little girl (I would say 18 months) standing right on the side of the road. We were driving on a very busy road where the speed limit is 55 MPH. We drove around a bend and there was a little girl standing inches from the road. No one was outside with her and in front of us was a huge semi. We easily could have hit this child and I am still shaken up over this.
I do look out for kids when I am driving but she was like 2 inches from getting hit by us. There was no warning and it's sad that a child could have died because no one was watching her. What is a child that young doing anywhere near a street with lots of traffic and a 55 MPH speed limit? And if we had hit here, we probably would have gone to jail.
I know a lot of really great parents who were appalled when I told them this story. Their FIRST questions was "where were the parents?" I have been seeing more and more of this and it breaks my heart. I cannot imagine letting my dog near a road like this, let alone a child. I did find a website that raises awareness for Kids and Cars and I wanted to take this time to share it with you.
How many innocent children have to die before people take notice and do what they meant to do as parents, which is protect their children? I'm not saying that every child who has been near a road that busy is a bad parent. Kids get away and things happen that you can't foresee but if you know that your child is near a road like this, you should at least go after them. To me, what makes a parent a good parent is doing everything in their power to keep their child safe.
And no, parents shouldn't have to worry about child molesters, kidnappers or burying a child for any reason, but the fact is that we live in a world where those concerns are real and won't be going away any time soon.
I just want to take a moment and applaud all of you moms that who protect your children. You truly are a #1 Mom in my book.
I do look out for kids when I am driving but she was like 2 inches from getting hit by us. There was no warning and it's sad that a child could have died because no one was watching her. What is a child that young doing anywhere near a street with lots of traffic and a 55 MPH speed limit? And if we had hit here, we probably would have gone to jail.
I know a lot of really great parents who were appalled when I told them this story. Their FIRST questions was "where were the parents?" I have been seeing more and more of this and it breaks my heart. I cannot imagine letting my dog near a road like this, let alone a child. I did find a website that raises awareness for Kids and Cars and I wanted to take this time to share it with you.
How many innocent children have to die before people take notice and do what they meant to do as parents, which is protect their children? I'm not saying that every child who has been near a road that busy is a bad parent. Kids get away and things happen that you can't foresee but if you know that your child is near a road like this, you should at least go after them. To me, what makes a parent a good parent is doing everything in their power to keep their child safe.
And no, parents shouldn't have to worry about child molesters, kidnappers or burying a child for any reason, but the fact is that we live in a world where those concerns are real and won't be going away any time soon.
I just want to take a moment and applaud all of you moms that who protect your children. You truly are a #1 Mom in my book.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
A Royal Deal: Signed Copy & Kate's Bio + FREE Kings and Queens of England App!
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A Royal Deal: Signed Copy & Kate's Bio + FREE Kings and Queens of England App!
Watch a live Sky News stream of the wedding of HRH Prince William and Kate Middleton from within the app itself as Sky's expert commentators elaborate on key elements of the ceremony!
• Signed paperback copy of David Starkey's Crown & Country: The Kings & Queens of England: A History.
• Paperback copy of Claudia Joseph's Kate: The Making of a Princess
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Smallville Rivalries
I would have to say that my favorite thing about superheroes is that they always have a Rival. Watching good versus evil gives me a thrill every single time. The television show Smallville had plenty of great episodes that kept me on the edge of my seat. The one that stands out most in my mind is Clark Kent vs. Bizarro. For those of you who don't remember that particular episode or if you haven't seen it, here is a snippet telling you what this episode is about:
Bizarro - ("Phantom" Season 6, Ep. 22): Bizarro was accidently created on Krypton by sceintists and has the ability to transform into anyone he wants. He gets sent to Earth looking for a host body when he encounters Clark and replicates some of his DNA and powers, creating 'evil Clark' in the episode "Phantom." Bizarro and Clark battle it out, but who will be victorious?
I was blown away by this episode because it was really interesting to watch Clark fight with someone who looks exactly like him. Watching Clark throw Bizarro through tree trunks and power lines definitely made for an exciting viewing experience. The very best scene in this episode would have to be when Bizarro uses the Kryptonite to heal himself and he's so sure that he can take Clark down. In the end, Clark gives Bizarro a good punch and thrusts him into the sky. The Smallville series really is a must-have.
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Blog Tour Review: Bound by Darkness by Alexis Morgan
Caught between two worlds, a powerful warrior must choose between impossible destinies when he meets a woman whose love will either make or break him. . . .
As the daughter of a Regent, Sasha has long known about the secret underworld of the Paladins and their work protecting her kind from the dark forces on the other side of the energy barrier. So when she is sent on her first solo investigation, on the path to becoming the first female Regent, she is determined to get the Seattle Paladins in line. Offering sanctuary to their Kalith enemies is simply unacceptable! But when she meets Larem, she is inexorably drawn to a dark and valiant warrior who is not at all what he appears to be. As the power struggle between Regents and Paladins rages on, someone starts making attacks on her life. Sasha must choose between loyalty to her own kind and the warrior she loves . . . with the very fate of humanity hanging in the balance.
This is one of my favorite series and I am so glad that Alexis never lets me down. BOUND BY DARKNESS is a thrilling adventure full of intrigue, suspense and best of all, love. Even though this book is 400 pages, you'll be done before you know it. Urban Fantasy fans will rejoice for the new book in the Paladin series.
Simon & Schuster Adult Publishing Group
April 26, 2011
400 pages
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Blog Tour Review: Hush by Cherry Adair
Extreme sports enthusiasts Zackary Stark and his brother travel to the jungles of Venezuela to jump the highest falls in the world. Before they get to their destination they’re kidnapped. With them is the woman Zach shared a one night stand with the night before.
Kept prisoner in the jungles as they wait for a ransom to be paid, the brothers, knowing that payment will never come, plan a daring escape. They split up., Zak takes the woman with him, his brother takes a different route. They arrange to rendezvous in Rio in a week.
Zak is badly injured as they flee through the jungle. It’s touch and go, and he almost dies. After he recovers, he realizes that he’s acquired a strange and baffling new sixth sense. He sees a string of numbers running through his mind like a news crawl. He later discovers that the numbers are the global position location of his missing brother.
Zak and the woman return to the jungle to find his brother. But it’s not just their kidnappers they have to avoid, they are running from the man who paid for them to be kidnapped. A man determined to kill the Stark brothers at all costs.
I'm sure you have heard the expression "you can't judge a book by it's cover". Well, with HUSH, you can. Just like the cover, this book is hot, sexy, irresistible and full of strength. While I was reading it, I caught my husband staring at the cover and he pointed out the weapon. It would make a nice addition to our collection, but I was more impressed with the plot. If you're a romance junkie, HUSH is for you.
Pocket Star
978-1439153826
April 26, 2011
432 pages
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Giveaway: SONG OF THE SILK ROAD by Mingmei Yip
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