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All set for school
August 30, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 3 Comments
It’s official, our little guy will start Kindergarten next week! I can’t believe that it’s already time for him to start school. These last five years have really flown by. It seems like just yesterday that Thaddeus arrived into this world and now he’s going to start school. It’s been a little bit of an… [Continue Reading]

Work companion
August 25, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 2 Comments
My hubby had been out of work for the last year, due to a layoff. During the last year he’s been a stay at home dad taking over pretty much all of the chores at home while I worked. This week he’s started a new job almost a full year since he was laid off. … [Continue Reading]

Just over a year ago
August 5, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 4 Comments
We purchased our first home. We had been searching for months for a house. We’d find one and then all of a sudden it was either off the market, gone to a best and highest, or offer had to be in by 3PM the next morning. It seemed it was always something. To this day,… [Continue Reading]
Giveaways

Anti Monkey Butt Powder Review & Giveaway
August 31, 2010 by Brandon · 10 Comments
I was recently given the opportunity to do a review and giveaway of Anti Monkey Butt Powder, courtesy of The Family Review Network. About Anti Monkey Butt Powder Anti Monkey Butt Corporation is dedicated to maximizing the performance and comfort of sports enthusiasts and people who work hard all day long. If you’ve suffered from… [Continue Reading]

Lip Clear® Lysine+ Review & Giveaway
August 31, 2010 by Brandon · 4 Comments
Thanks to the Family Review Network, I was given the opportunity to do a review and giveaway on Lip Clear Lysine+. About Lip Clear Lysine+ Lip Clear Lysine+ is the cold sore remedy that speeds healing, stops itching and burning, stops prickling, soreness, tenderness and blistering. As a matter of fact, our cold sore remedy… [Continue Reading]
Website Updates

Upcoming Reviews and Giveaways
July 15, 2010 by Shawn Ann · Leave a Comment
I just wanted to give you all a heads up on some reviews and giveaways that are coming up on Shawn Ann’s World. Some of these will be posted as early as this weekend! Walkmeter from Abvio – this is going to be a giveaway and as of right now I still have about 15… [Continue Reading]
60 Miles in 3 Days

Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure Recap
August 17, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 4 Comments
Just a quick recap of the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure this past weekend in Michigan. The adventure started for us on Thursday, when we stayed at a hotel not far from the opening ceremony so that we wouldn’t have to worry about driving 45 minutes or so and getting up at 4AM. … [Continue Reading]

The 3-Day for the Cure Day 3
August 16, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 4 Comments
Yesterday was day 3 of the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure® here in Michigan. It started very early. By 5AM there were walkers who had already taken down their tents, packed up all their belongings, were done with their breakfast, and ready to start the day. I couldn’t believe how early they got… [Continue Reading]
Giveaway Winners

Herman T’s BBQ Sauce Winner
August 26, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 1 Comment
And the winner is.... Your Winner Author: Kimberly Comment: I Subscribe #2 Congratulations! Please … [Read More...]
Memes

Wordless Wednesday – Sparkler Fun
September 1, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 1 Comment
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Terrific Tuesday 8/31
August 31, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 7 Comments
Do you have a giveaway you want to tell us about? Post it here for everyone to see. Although it is not a requirement it would be appreciated if you would link back to me by using my button in the sidebar or even just post a comment. Link must go directly to your giveaway,… [Continue Reading]
Rants & Raves

Thrillerfest is back and better than ever!
June 21, 2010 by Shawn Ann · Leave a Comment
SUSPENSE AND THE CITY MASTERS OF LITERATURE’S THRILLER GENRE ARE ABOUT TO EXECUTE AN EVENT SO PERFECT IT’S ALMOST CRIMINAL ThrillerFest V, the world’s most diabolically delicious literature festival, chills New York City July 7-10, 2010 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel There’s only one event where New York Times best-selling masters of the art lurk around… [Continue Reading]

Summer Pool and Play Set Safety Tips from UL
June 17, 2010 by Shawn Ann · Leave a Comment
Summer is coming and we all want to make sure that everyone is playing it safe. Weather it be in your pool or on a play set. Here are some great safety tips from UL for summer. UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES HELPS FAMILIES PLAY IT SAFE THIS SUMMER From backyard tree houses, to jungle gyms, to neighborhood… [Continue Reading]
Product Reviews

Anti Monkey Butt Powder Review & Giveaway
August 31, 2010 by Brandon · 10 Comments
I was recently given the opportunity to do a review and giveaway of Anti Monkey Butt Powder, courtesy of The Family Review Network. About Anti Monkey Butt Powder Anti Monkey Butt Corporation is dedicated to maximizing the performance and comfort of sports enthusiasts and people who work hard all day long. If you’ve suffered from… [Continue Reading]

Lip Clear® Lysine+ Review & Giveaway
August 31, 2010 by Brandon · 4 Comments
Thanks to the Family Review Network, I was given the opportunity to do a review and giveaway on Lip Clear Lysine+. About Lip Clear Lysine+ Lip Clear Lysine+ is the cold sore remedy that speeds healing, stops itching and burning, stops prickling, soreness, tenderness and blistering. As a matter of fact, our cold sore remedy… [Continue Reading]

Moon Dough Barnyard Play Set Review
August 27, 2010 by Brandon · Leave a Comment
We were recently given the opportunity to review Moon Dough, courtesy of Team Mom. About Moon Dough Moon Dough never dries out so you can use it again and again! Makes AMAZING & detailed 3D creations that kids will love to create and play with! Magic Molding. Unlike traditional dough, it does NOT stick or… [Continue Reading]














Comments are missing
August 19, 2010 by Shawn Ann · 1 Comment
Yes, I have a lot of missing comments. Something went wrong this morning with the site and I lost everything. I was able to go to a backup from Monday, but any comments that were posted from Monday morning through today were lost Nothing I can really do about it now, but if you’ve commented… [Continue Reading]