No, we're not done yet. I forgot a step yesterday. Before I can paint the floor, I have to mix up some ETCH in my new watering can and spread it around the floor (in sections no larger than 10 ft x 10 ft at a time). After letting it sit for a short time, scrub scrub scrub, then rinse, rinse, rinse. The ETCH will help in cleaning the floors. The Degreaser was for removal of grease. ETCH does the rest kinda.
Saturday, July 5, 2014
Time For Some Hoops Giveaway
A little late for March Madness, but we have a basketball related giveaway. Check out the games you can get from sponsor Sports Unlimited. Giveaway is for Continental US readers and runs through 7/25. Good luck.
Time For Some Hoops Giveaway
Hosted By:
Holiday Contest and Sweeps
Co-Hosted By:
Michigan Savings and More
Deliciously Savvy
Here We Go Again, Ready?
Co-Hosted By:
Michigan Savings and More
Deliciously Savvy
Here We Go Again, Ready?
Proudly Brings You The
Time For Some Hoops Giveaway
1 - Winner will win two great Basketball Games
Holiday Contest and Sweeps is happy to team up with the leader in online
Sporting Goods, Sports Unlimited. With the generous contribution of two
great basketball games. Franklin Shoot Again Indoor Basketball Hoop and
Sports Unlimited carries a vast assortment of sporting goods including Baseball,Football, Hockey, Volley Ball and much much more. They also carry a excellent
selection of Sports Apparel for the entire family. If your planning to go to a major
league sports event in the future, then check out their great selection of Fan Zone to
get your game on in style.
Let's Take A Look At These Two Prizes:
selection of Sports Apparel for the entire family. If your planning to go to a major
league sports event in the future, then check out their great selection of Fan Zone to
get your game on in style.
Let's Take A Look At These Two Prizes:
Country Bob's Summer Sauce Giveaway
We recently did a review for Country Bob's Sauces. Here's another chance to win some along with a couple of hats. Giveaway is for users in the continental US only and runs through 7/25. Think you'll win? It is some good stuff.
Country Bob's Summer Sauce Giveaway
Hosted By:
Holiday Contest and Sweeps
Co-Hosted By:
Deliciously Savvy
Michigan Savings and More
Here We Go Again, Ready?
Holiday Contest and Sweeps
Co-Hosted By:
Deliciously Savvy
Michigan Savings and More
Here We Go Again, Ready?
Proudly Brings You The
Country Bob's Summer Sauce Giveaway
3- Winners each receive a Assorted Sauce Gift Box, A Country
Bob's Camo Hat and Country Bob's Black Hat.
Bob's Camo Hat and Country Bob's Black Hat.
Blu-Ray the MCway Giveaway
Need some more DVDs/Blu-Ray discs to help pass the time on days like today where it rains the whole day? Thank you Hurricane Arthur. Check out the 10 disc collection. Enter through 7/30 if you want to win. Continental US only. Good luck.
Blu-Ray the MCway Giveaway
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Proudly Brings You The
Blu-Ray the MCway Giveaway
1 - Winner receives a Blu-Ray 10 Disc Collection
Holiday Contest and Sweeps is pleased to work with Mill Creek Entertainment to bring
you the Blu-Ray the MCway Giveaway. This great collection of Blu-Ray Discs will provide
you with hours upon hours of great entertainment.
Friday, July 4, 2014
EpoxyShield Garage Floor Project Part 3
Part 3 of my DIY project to paint the garage floor. This started with Day 1 where I emptied the garage and degreased half of the floor. Day 2 had me degreasing the other half and starting the concrete patching. I've now finished the rest of the patching. I needed to buy one additional piece of equipment a wire brush for $5. I thought I had one but apparently not.
Educents Discount Weekend
Nyne Mini Bluetooth Speaker Review

Buy Me Books Giveaway
Do you want to visit Australia? Visit there through Fergus Ferry if you win. US residents have until July 18th to enter to win. The winner gets six Fergus books and an Amazon gift card. You can use the card to buy even more Fergus books if you'd like.
Welcome to the Buy Me Books Giveaway!
Sponsored by: Fergus Ferry
Hosted by: Mostly Together Mommy
Whether you have girls or boys, they all like a great story. Action, adventure, and even some great object lessons capture a child's interest and get them learning without even realizing it.
Fergus Ferry has it all. Fergus is a Ferry that lives in Australia. He spends his days helping his friends and going on some great adventures, like the time he rescues some people from a fire and learns to be brave. Then there is the time races the larger boats and learns to ignore teasing and taunting and do his best.
#FoodieFriday: Curry Hot Dogs
In honor of DreamWorks Pictures’ new movie THE HUNDRED-FOOT JOURNEY starring Helen Mirren, you'll find below their latest #FoodieFriday recipe to help get you excited for the film!
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Celebrate Your Independence - Earn on the Go

From now until the end of Sunday, July 6th, for every 10 SB you earn on mobile, you will gain an entry into a drawing to win one of ten 500 SB prizes! On Friday, July 4th for #MSBD, you'll get 2 entries for every 10 SB you earn!
For My Art Gallery Giveaway
Heather from "Mommy Only Has 2 Hands" has teamed up with a few other bloggers to give one reader this awesome way of displaying your child's artwork. Please read the review here! The giveaway runs through 7/24 and is US only. It is great if your fridge is stainless steal since magnets don't work there. Just strap it on.
Presidio Amazon Gift Card Giveaway
Location:
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
SunJoe iON Cordless Lawn Mower Giveaway
Enter to win a battery operated #SunJoe iON 40-Volt Cordless Lawn Mower. Say good-bye to the gas can and the cords. You have until 9am on 7/4 to enter.
Another Wusic Portable Power Bank Review and Giveaway
Since our first Wusic Power Bank giveaway is proving to be so popular, I thought I'd give you guys a second chance to win one. That one runs through 7/8. This one, through 7/9. US residents only for both.
I have two cell phones because I cannot stand it when one dies. And seriously the two of those sometimes die and leave me with nothing. I am a very busy blogger and with documents, files, photos, sharing etc... See the full review at The Stuff of Success.
The Wusic Portable Power Bank Charger with Dual USB and LED Light is also the perfect size to either slip into my purse, a pocket, or even tuck it into my sock when necessary (yes I have done that).
I have two cell phones because I cannot stand it when one dies. And seriously the two of those sometimes die and leave me with nothing. I am a very busy blogger and with documents, files, photos, sharing etc... See the full review at The Stuff of Success.
The Wusic Portable Power Bank Charger with Dual USB and LED Light is also the perfect size to either slip into my purse, a pocket, or even tuck it into my sock when necessary (yes I have done that).
Spell It Out Photos Giveaway
Spelling counts in this giveaway. If you win and you spell it wrong, you can pretty much give it the old heave hoe. US residents have until 7/16/14 to enter to win.
Welcome to the Spell-It-Out Giveaway!
Sponsored by: Spell It Out Photos
Hosted by: Mostly Together Mommy
Have you ever looked around you and seen the unexpected in ordinary things? Spell It Out Photos does and has created some very special art with what they have found. They have over 1200 images of letters found in ordinary places. These letters are then used to create an unusual plaque.
Customers can create simply one word, or they can take it a step further and add a favorite quote or phrase to really make it special. You have the option to choose wood, metal, or a poster. You can find a full review from Mostly Together Mommy HERE.
One lucky winner is going to take home a plaque of their own! They will have the option of either a wood or metal quote plaque. This giveaway is open to residents of the U.S. 18+. One entrant per household, please! The giveaway will end July 16, 2014
*This blog was not compensated for promoting this giveaway. This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook, Pinterest, or Twitter. The sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment.
Converting Personal Pinterest Account to Business Account
Do you use Pinterest for commercial gain, like redirecting people back to your blog which has advertising and sponsored posts? According to their terms of service, you must have a business account, not a personal one. While you can certainly create a second account just for your blog, if you've attracted a considerable following, you don't want to start from scratch again. Here are steps you need to convert your account.
First, go to top left and press the icon with the three little lines. This opens up a big menu of options. Across the bottom line is Businesses. Select that.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Blast Zone Magic Castle Giveaway
Check out BlastZone on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BlastZoneBounce!
Picaboo - $45 Voucher For Only $15!
Have you ever used Picaboo for your photo printing needs? While I like the freebies I post about, Picaboo has a fantastic deal going on now where you only pay 1/3 the price. For just $15, you can buy $45 worth of product. Promotional value expires November 6th, so you have plenty of time to collect up those summer pictures.
Summertime Fun Giveaway
Welcome to what promises to be one of the hottest giveaways of the summer! This is the Summertime Fun Giveaway hosted by Life in a House of Testosterone and Friends! Get ready to have some fun, because we're taking celebrating summer to a whole new level this year with over $1,800 in prizes to be won thanks to some last minute contributions to our prize packages! You can view a complete list with photographs of the prize packages here.

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Co-Hosted by:
I want to take a moment to thank our absolutely wonderful list of sponsors that are participating in this event!
- BagABook
- Cafe Viva
- Case It
- Cool People Care
- Country Bob's
- Creamed. Gourmet Body Treats
- Fiesta Dinnerware courtesy of Cover Story Communications
- Green-Pan International courtesy of Cover Story Communications
- I See Me!
- Jewelry in Candles
- JORD Wood Watches
- Keysocks
- LaBella Baskets
- Malia Laine
- Meze Headphones
- NeoCell
- OnePiece
- Pink Zebra Sprinkled On
- Sports Unlimited
- StainRx
- Tervis Tumblers courtesy of Cover Story Communications
- The Wet Brush
- Trillium Organics
- Wrap with Jolene
- Zims USA
- Zipz Shoes USA
Summer Movie Night Spectacular Giveaway
Do you frequently find yourself breaking out the DVD player to entertain the family? If so, here's a giveaway you really want to enter. Just check out all the DVDs being offered in the four prize packs. Continental US residents have until 7/21 to enter. Good luck.
Co-Hosted By:
Deliciously Savvy
Michigan Savings and More
Peanut Butter and Wine
Life In The House Of Testosterone
Been There Done That With Kat
My Devotional Thoughts
Simply Sherryl
Summer Movie Night Spectacular Giveaway
Hosted By:
Co-Hosted By:
Deliciously Savvy
Michigan Savings and More
Peanut Butter and Wine
Life In The House Of Testosterone
Been There Done That With Kat
My Devotional Thoughts
Simply Sherryl
Proudly Brings You The
Summer DVD Spectacular Giveaway
4 - Winners
Grand Prize Package:
45 Children and Family DVD Movie Package
(Including Mill Creek Ent Package Shown Below)
1 - Nostalgia Electrics Coca Cola Hot Air Popcorn Maker
1 - 2 Pack Movie Night Scoop Boxes of Popcorn and Snacks
(Including Mill Creek Ent Package Shown Below)
1 - Nostalgia Electrics Coca Cola Hot Air Popcorn Maker
1 - 2 Pack Movie Night Scoop Boxes of Popcorn and Snacks
Second Place Package:
15 Children and Family DVD Movie Package
1 - EZ Popcorn Maker
1 - 2 Pack Movie Night Scoop Boxes of Popcorn and Snacks
1 - 2 Pack Movie Night Scoop Boxes of Popcorn and Snacks
Third Place Package:
5 Children and Family DVD Package
1 - EZ Popcorn Maker
1 - 2 Pack Movie Night Scoop Boxes of Popcorn and Snacks
Fourth Place Package:
1 - EZ Popcorn Maker
1 - 2 Pack Movie Night Scoop Boxes of Popcorn and Snacks
Fourth Place Package:
1 - EZ Popcorn Maker
Monday, June 30, 2014
Best Buy E-Gift Card $100 Giveaway
Do you shop at Best Buy much? If you shop in their store, make sure you take advantage of their price matching ability. Here's a chance for one person to win two $50 gift cards. For continental US only, you have through July 14th to enter to win.
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Co-hosted by:
One lucky winner will win
Best Buy E-Gift Card $100
(2 code $50 each, can be used together in store or online)
Fresh Fruit Bowl Giveaway
Are you a big fruit person in the summer? Check out the host's post on her apple pie and read up more on the bowl there. Or, just enter to win your own below. US residents have until 7/27 to enter to win.
Welcome to the Fresh Fruit Bowl Giveaway
Hosted by: SaraLee's Deals Steals & Giveaways
Sponsored by: Bed Bath & Beyond
Disclaimer: Individuals can enter the Good Cook Fresh Fruit Bowl contest on multiple participating blog sites to increase their chances of winning. However, one prize will be awarded per promotion. If an individual wins a Good Cook prize on two or more bloggers’ sites, they will only qualify to receive one prize. Limit one Good Cook win every 6 months.EpoxyShield Garage Floor Project Day 2
Yesterday, we had Day 1 of my EpoxyShield journey. Today, we have Day 2. (Part 3 was posted later in the week, as was Part 4). I discovered yesterday that we needed their Concrete Patch & Repair product as there are many cracks in the floor. And, I only got around to degreasing half the floor. So, for today's journey, it started with heading to the home improvement store to buy the repair kit and wrap up the degreaser work once back home.
I Can See! Verilux Lamp Giveaway!
I would never spend $200 on a desk lamp personally, but, hey, I'll certainly enter to win one. Actually, I haven't used a desk lamp in a long time. Perhaps my son will need one once he gets a desk in his room. Do you have a need for one? If so, enter below. US residents only. Giveaway ends 7/14.
Welcome to the I Can See! Giveaway!
Sponsored by: Verilux
Hosted by: Mostly Together Mommy
If you have ever spent a significant amount of time looking at small print in a book, or counting stitches in a piece of needlework, you know the strain it can have on your eyes. The Heritage Natural Spectrum Desk Lamp was designed in response to that eye strain.
This special lamp uses an optix lens to diffuse light to reduce glare, eyestrain, and fatigue. Such a special lamp deserves to look special also, so it comes in an antique brushed nickel, with a head that can swivel 350 degrees. The height is adjustable between 11.5" and 17.5", allowing you to easily adapt it for your own purposes.
Outdoor Classics Bravado Mesh Fire Pit Giveaway
We've done fire pits giveaways in the past and they've always been popular. Here's your chance to win another one. This one is covered. If you're in the continental US, you have until 7/20 to enter to win. Good luck.
Serenity Health & Home Décor based in Eau Claire, WI provides thousands of stress-free and relaxation and home decor products. They want you to find products that truly calm, relax and bring serenity into your life and beautify your home both indoors and out. You will also find true relaxation with our water fountains, bean bag furniture, natural alarm clocks, hammocks, fire pits, wind chimes and spinners.
Outdoor Classics Bravado Mesh Fire Pit Giveaway
Hosted By
Holiday Contest and Sweeps
Co-Hosted By:
The Minister's Wife Stamps and Saves
Michigan Savings and More
Simply Sherryl
Peanut Butter and Wine
Deliciously Savvy
Co-Hosted By:
The Minister's Wife Stamps and Saves
Michigan Savings and More
Simply Sherryl
Peanut Butter and Wine
Deliciously Savvy
Proudly Brings You The
Outdoor Classics Bravado Mesh Fire Pit Giveaway
from
Holiday Contest and Sweeps is honored to have the opportunity to work with a great new
sponsor, Serenity Health. They have generously provided one of their Outdoor Classics
Bravado Mesh Fire Pit's to one lucky reader.
Serenity Health & Home Décor based in Eau Claire, WI provides thousands of stress-free and relaxation and home decor products. They want you to find products that truly calm, relax and bring serenity into your life and beautify your home both indoors and out. You will also find true relaxation with our water fountains, bean bag furniture, natural alarm clocks, hammocks, fire pits, wind chimes and spinners.
With the arrival of Summer many of us will enjoy those summer nights with your friends
and family. Nothing is more relaxing than having a great fire pit to gather around. They
are also great for roasting hot dogs or marshmallows.
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Home Art Studio Giveaway
We don't home school, but I'm always at awe of all the material that is available if you do. Much of it also works well over the summer to prevent loss of what was already learned. Here's what looks like an interesting art education program for just such a purpose. US and Canada residents can enter and you have through 7/13 to enter.
The Home Art Studio program is a DVD based art education program specifically designed for homeschooling families. It is designed to increase students’ love and appreciation of the visual arts while enhancing a child’s ability to problem solve, think creatively, and truly see the world around them.
Home Art Studio Giveaway Hosted by Pea of Sweetness
Sponsored by Home Art Studio
Co-Hosted by Dividing by Zero and Deals of Sweetness

The Home Art Studio program is a DVD based art education program specifically designed for homeschooling families. It is designed to increase students’ love and appreciation of the visual arts while enhancing a child’s ability to problem solve, think creatively, and truly see the world around them.
Lucas Kawasaki KX450F Giveaway
Lucas Oil is giving away a Kawasaki motorcycle. Enter for your chance to win before 8/23/14. $8,699 value.
They Might Be Giants Album Free
I may be showing my age here but you can now download the live version from 2013 of the 1986 breakout album (the pink album) from the group They Might Be Giants.
Win a Dream Home Gym
Enter to win a dream home gym from Publishers Clearing House, worth up to $25,000. Enter through 8/20/14. Good luck.
ToiletTree Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush Take 2
A short while ago, I did a review of a rechargeable toothbrush from ToiletTree. I am now using my second toothbrush from them. The first stopped working reliably. I contacted their customer service from the contact form on their site and told them of the problem. They got back to me fairly quickly, mentioned it sounded like a defective unit, and asked for my address to send a new unit. Within a week of contacting them, I am up and running with a new unit. The way the new one feels brushing, it actually feels like I may have had a defective unit from the start. This one feels like it just has so much more power than the first.
NetGear Godzilla Giveaway
Ran across this NetGear / Godzilla giveaway with a top prize of a trip to Hollywood. Would actually rather win one of the five first prizes of new networking gear for the home. This ends 6/30 so last chance to enter.
EpoxyShield Garage Floor Project Day 1

My wife had this great idea that it was time to redo our garage floors. We've lived here 10 years and let's just say the floors have seen better days. The kind folks at Rust-oleum, the company behind EpoxyShield, offered me enough of their Garage Floor Coating Kit and their Heavy Duty Degreaser to handle our two-car garage. The project is a multi-day affair, and here is what happened on the first day for me.
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