My cousin's first job out of college was selling Kirby vacums.  He entreated and presented to all our aunts, uncles, nanas and grandpas enticing those of substantial income to buy his vacuum.

His own mother bought an Oreck vacuum, which just goes to show that blood is not thicker than a vacuum cord.  This Oreck is a sweet vacuum.  For more info about the Oreck vacuum along with numerous other products, visit http://oreck.com/

I would like to follow my smart Auntie's example and own an Oreck of my own, so I've entered a contest to win one.

http://kidzborn2impress.blogspot.com/2010/09/born-2-impress-everything-home-event_06.html

You can join, too, but if you win, please let me have Tues / Thurs custody?!?

http://www.smartmomjewelry.com

Does this look like a super, sweet necklace to you?  Well you can win it at www.sugarpopribbons.com She's hosting another giveaway with Smart Mom Jewelry.  My friend, Dena, has this necklace and my cub went straight for it when she wore it to a Super Bowl Party.  I've been wanting one ever since. *now's my chance!*

HOLY CONTEST WINNER, BATMAN!!!

I was already a fan of Sugar Pop Ribbons because she's a darn funny writer and, let's face it, who can't get into a cupcake themed blog?

However,  I won my first giveaway!!!  This comes just in time for my lovely niece's back to school birthday.  Imagine that this bag can't get any cuter, but suddenly, this little pumpkin is wearing it!

So look out, Burbank Elementary school, cuteness and style won't know what hit 'em!!

Special thanks to Dabbawalla Bags and Sugar Pop Ribbons for their generosity.  Huzzah!!