Huge Giveaway....for a cause

Dear Life,


My youngest son Kumaka was born with Spina Bifida.
This year Orange County is having it's first ever Walk N Roll for Spina Bifida.  All funds raised will be returned to the area through programs, services and activities  We are so very excited!  I bet you're wondering what this has to do with you? 


I am hosting a HUGE giveaway....I am so grateful that these wonderful friends have offered their help! :)

Kumaka's Walk N Roll Page


One winner will win ALL.  You are only required to make a donation of at least $3.00.  I appreciate your willingness to donate....it means the world!  (How can you say no to that face?)
Just go on Kumaka's Walk N Roll Page and you can donate straight on there. 






Here are the lovely items in the giveaway....

Forever Love Necklace by Cookie Lee from ME

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 One Pom Pop Filigree Ring from MBMM

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Necklace and Earrings Set from A Little Piece of Me

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 One Item from J&M's Eyecandy Shoppe

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         $20  Shop Credit from Small Bird Studios

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     Two Pairs of Earrings from Chic Moda Glam

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   $20.00 Shop Credit from EisleyRae

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 You & Me Personalized Hand Stamped Initial Heart Necklace by Agape Love Designs

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  8 original {knotieties} & 1 crystal square headband


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A review and a giveaway

Dear Life,

I had the opportunity to try out a pair of Dawg's Premium Spirit Shoe and review them.

I choose the black with pink because the black is versatile and the pink makes them look a little more feminine.

I put them on for a day of running around.  Let me preface this review by saying I have very difficult feet. Ever heard of your feet growing after kids?  It's true.  No myth.  I had an 8 1/2 foot before I had kids.  Now my feet are...a size 11!!!  I was actually grateful when Paris Hilton came around with size 11 feet....because of her there are more options for this mama!  So, I was pleased to see that Dawg's has size 11.  Not only do I have ski's for feet, I have wide feet.  Again Dawg's delivers....my big fat feet fit into the shoe.  

As I was running around, I noticed that the shoes have a great arch, and the I had an extra spring in my step. These shoes are great because you can slip them on quickly with or without socks, they are light and airy.  The one issue I had is only that top of my foot is fat not petite and the shoe was snug on the top of my foot.  I can't wait to get a few pairs for my boys... they need quick, put on and go shoes and these  have the extra benefit of giving them support. 

SOOOO....here's the best part.  You too can own a pair of these shoes courtesy of Dawg's Footwear.  You must pick a pair from the Premium Spirit Shoe line, but you can choose from Women's, Men's, or Kids.  Sweet, right?  

Here's the website~

http://www.usadawgs.com./Womens-Dawgs-Spirit.html

A guest and a giveaway!

Dear life,

Introducing.....Sarah from  Little Penelope Lane.  She is an AMAZING lady and I am blessed to call her friend.  She is a pioneer to me...her oldest daughter has Spina Bifida like Kumaka....so I learn a lot from her.  And now...without further ado.... take it away Sarah!


Hi fabulous "Dear life...from a mom of boys" readers.  So grateful to be featured on Tracy's amazing blog.  I am so lucky and so blessed to be able to call Tracy "friend".  What a joy she is in my life.

Little Penelope Lane started over two years ago and I had no idea that it would take me to where I am now. It has been such a fun adventure and the best part has been meeting so many amazing people along the way! I enjoy making bows and hosting boutiques, however, my favorite job of all is wife and mother.  

I am married to my college crush and together we have three kids who melt my heart every day! 

Our oldest daughter, Katie was born with Spina Bifida (to read her story clickhere) and I noticed early on when I took her to all of her doctors, hospital and therapy appointments wearing a bow she received extra attention. I also noticed that other children her age would often comment about the bow in her hair first and then ask about her wheelchair second. To me, the bows seemed to be a buffer.  We always welcome the opportunity to share Katie’s story and the bows seemed to open the door to that! With two little girls, our bow collection only grew and grew! Then one rainy day two years ago, the girls and I sat down to do some crafts and and I made a bow, and then another and another! I had so much fun making them that soon after I started up “Little Penelope Lane!”  and the rest is history! 

Thanks for taking a little stroll down Little Penelope Lane! 

XO, Sarah

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p.s. Penelope Lane is hosting a Spring Boutique on March 10th at the Marriott hotel in Los Alamitos (north Orange County)! Featuring over 40 crafters and bloggers from all over Southern California! Boutiques are a great excuse for a girls day out! There will be a variety of different booths to shop at as well as a photo booth to take your (free) picture in before you leave! For the list of vendors and a sneak peak of some of the items that will be at the boutique click here.

Hi everyone...Tracy here again~

On to the GIVEAWAY~~~

Sarah has offered your choice of two wraps from the selection below....

And I am offering

Mini Bag Makeup Palette ($50 Value)

What it is:

An adorable little compact in the shape of a Sephora shopping bag. 

Super cute right?  Ready....set......GO!(click READ MORE to see giveaway)