Today's Winners...

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Oreck Halo Vacuum...Carmen Bowles
Pam Nielsen CD...Creative Gal
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Cooks Ham Review and Giveaway...

My family was excited to be able to review a Cooks Ham this holiday season! We got the Brown Sugar Spiral and it was very yummy! Great for dinner and also makes wonderful sandwiches! I love the variety Cooks Ham has to offer.

There are many brands of ham available, but to ensure consistent quality and a great tasting ham, look for the Cook's name. That’s because Cook's hams always begin with old-fashioned bone-in hams for a more natural texture and taste. They slow-cure their hams with natural ingredients like pure cane sugar, real honey, brown sugar and maple syrup. For the perfect finish, they smoke their hams for hours using real hickory wood. This process gives their hams a taste that separates Cook's hams from the rest. Since their introduction by Cook Family Foods in 1983, Cook's branded hams and other smoked meats have been packaged and sold to leading supermarket chains and independent grocers throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. In fact, Cook’s is the nation's leading brand of traditional and spiral sliced smoked bone-in ham, corned beef and smoked picnics.

Cook's branded products are manufactured using raw materials purchased only from meat packers who meet the company's strict quality standards. An unwavering commitment to strict quality standards, product consistency and manufacturing efficiencies are trademarks of the Cook's brand and are evident throughout the company's manufacturing and service operations. As a result, the Cook's brand is top quality, competitively priced and, in many regions, dominates the supermarket meat showcase. The company also has earned an industry reputation as an innovative leader in product development, display-ready packaging and quality control. Our focus on smoked ham and our dedication to a consistent, high-level of product quality, superior service and sensitivity to customer needs have always been the foundation of the Cook's brand.
Now thanks to Cooks Ham I get to give
one lucky reader a coupon for a free ham!

Perfect to serve and celebrate the new year 2010!

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Maddison Avenue Review and Giveaway...

Thanks to Maddison Avenue I got to review some of their great products! I tried the Stress Relief Gift Basket and also the 20 oz. Pomegranate Pantry Jar. The Stress Relief Gift Basket was perfect to help me to stay calm! The 20 oz. Pomegranate Pantry Jar was strongly scented and made my house smell great. I also love the way the soy candle burned. Thank you Maddison Avenue for all the great products!

Maddison Avenue soy candles are hand poured. They infuse essential oils and premium fragrance oils blended together for the perfect scent. Soy candles are eco friendly and clean burning. Each soy candle is carefully handcrafted with natural wicks that never contain lead.

Thanks to Maddison Avenue I get to give away
a 20oz Pantry Jar Candle (your choice of scent).
USA only please.

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Merry Christmas 2009...

Let us all think of His L♥ve and warmth and
share His Light this beautiful Christmas time!

Merry Christmas with
l♥ts of l♥ve
from our family to yours!

Today's Winners...

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And today's winners are...

Cashew Tower...
Becky
Wizards of Waverly
Place DVD....
Tulsi



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Cuisinart CleanWater Countertop Filtration Review...

Thanks to Cuisinart
I got to review their CleanWater® Countertop Filtration System (model no. WCH-1500). As soon as we got it all set up then my family was ready to try it out! We started with testing the hot water for some peppermint hot chocolate and it was perfect! No more having to warm up our hot chocolate in the microwave! How awesome to have instant hot water!
It's great for instant oatmeal in the morning also! Next we tried out the cold water and it was perfect and tasted great!
Thank you Cuisinart for the wonderful products!

The new Cuisinart CleanWater® Countertop Filtration System is available in a 2-gallon capacity unit that comes with two fast flow spigots for dispensing hot, cold or room-temperature filtered water, as well as an Energy Saver mode that cuts energy use by 50 percent when the function is engaged. It can be used to prepare a bowl of instant oatmeal or hot cup of hot chocolate, or to mix a bottle of baby formula at room temperature. The cold water can be used for cooking items like rice or pasta that absorb water. Cuisinart’s new countertop water filtration unit is ideal for parents who are looking to uphold healthy living practices for themselves and their children, without compromising taste. The filtration system has a GF-80 filter that significantly reduces contaminants such as lead, mercury and copper, and reduces the odor and taste of chlorine. The filter has a life of three months for average household use, and is certified by the Water Quality Association. The most convenient way to enjoy cleaner, fresher water anytime you want it – chilled, hot or room temperature. The Cuisinart® CleanWater® Countertop Filtration System dispenses refreshing filtered water right from the kitchen countertop, and eliminates the need for costly bottled water alternatives. It’s healthier, smart, and simple – CleanWater® is the future of drinking water!

Product Features

• 2.0 gallon tank capacity
• Dispenses hot (194°F), cold (44°F) and room-temperature filtered water
• Blue/red LED lights indicate when water is ready
• Energy Saver reduces energy usage by more than 50%
• Green LED lights up when Energy Saver feature is activated (hot water is off)
• Brushed stainless steel housing
• Removable water tank
• 2 spigots
• Fast water flow
• Filter included
• GF-80 filter reduces contaminants
• Filter life is 3 months' average household use
  

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Pam Nielsen CD Review and Giveaway...

Thanks to
Pam Nielsen
I got to review her beautiful I am Free Cd! Not only do I love her talented voice but I also love the touching lyrics in her music!

Pam Nielsen has always known what she wanted to do with her life. Raised in a family that loved music from all over the world - her father was Italian and her mother Hungarian - she never doubted that song would lead her down her life path. What she didn’t realize was that after experiencing the struggles and heartache that life sometimes offers, music would also set her free. Pam’s new CD I am free is an inspirational testimonial of the freeing power of Jesus Christ expressed through one of the most talented voices in music today. More than a collection of songs, I am free is a celebration of life and tribute to a loving God.

Thanks to Pam Nielsen I get to
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Serving Others This Holiday Season was a HUGE success!!! Thank You so much for all your help!!!

I am so excited to report back to all of you that our Serving Others This Holiday Season was a HUGE success! Many families were touched and got to have a Christmas this year thanks to all your help! Here are some of the people and companies that helped make this happen listed below...
Thank You again so very much and bless you all!!

Fisher Price

Hillshire Farm

Jane Doiron

Anne Bradshaw

Jordan Bluth

Dionis

EO Products

Joan Holub

Octappella

Richard Paul Evans

Cold Stone 

Johnsonville

Casio

Staples

Fannie May

Cheryl and Co.

Smart Knit Kids

The Popcorn Factory

Michele Ashman Bell

Laurie Allen Avon

Brown Cow

Stonyfield Farm

Lindsey K. Rietzsch

Anytimecostumes.com

Outback Steakhouse

Fabercastell

Belli Skin Care

My Lip Stuff

Bulk Candy Store

Cheeky Umbrella

Michael VaughAn

Indulge in Chocolate

Heather Horrocks

Rumbi Island Grill

The Boy's Store

Rebecca Shelley

Board Book Albums

Mayfair Lane

The Homestead Co.

Orajel

Arm & Hammer Spinbrush

Kathi Oram Peterson

RandomLine

Sweet Tomatoes

Brittanie's Thyme

Posh Puppy Boutique

Hilary Weeks

O'Neill Brothers

Connie Langston

Kimberly Jones

Kallari

Oh Nuts

Leap Frog

Nanette Semon

Out of the Box

Softlips

Phisoderm

Aniti Monkey Butt

High Sierra

Little Debbie

Mochamama7's Shop

Steve Haskamp

Custom Tee Couture

Blair Candy Company

Janette Rallison

Hasbro Games

Jenny Phillips

Sock Grams

Baby Gift Baskets Co.

BuyCostumes.com

Tristi Pinkston

D'luxe

Neela Bags

BabyLuxe

Munchie Mugs

Naturesnotebook

Girl ExtraOrdinaire

Memorymixer.com

The Happy Company

Impressive Inscriptions

Monarch Lineage Etsy Shop

Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment

There are many other loving people and companies that helped and asked not to be listed here. Thank You so very much to all of you and may the Lord Bless you and your families this holiday season! Merry Christmas to you all :)

Today's Winners...

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Eco Touch Car Care Kit...Devin
Casio Watches...
Paula
Spa Booties...
Tara D.
Belli Skin Products...
Carmen
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Wizards of Waverly Place The Movie Review and Giveaway...

On Tuesday December 15^th, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment will release WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE THE MOVIE Extended Edition on DVD! Embark on a supernaturally exciting adventure as the Russos, your favorite family of wizards-in-training, join together on a quest full of heart-stopping action and hilarious magical mishaps! This DVD is filled with features like exclusive footage, behind-the-scenes bonus and awesome extras that take you deeper into the mysterious world of wizardry!

We were excited to be able to review this DVD! We like watching Wizards of Waverly Place on the Disney Chanel so we were excited when they made a movie of it. This is a good family movie! It has lots of laughs, adventure and some tender moments too. I like one of the first scenes when Alex (Selena Gomez) is on the subway trying to get to a party and they keep almost getting hit head on by another train then her brother has to save her. I also liked the parts when the dad who is usually pretty strict about rules, turns into this fun guy that uses magic whenever he wants and is just out to have a good time. There are lots of bonus features too.

Switching Mom (Extended Scene)



Rescue Mission


The most magical event of the year is now even bigger, with more thrilling adventure! Wizards of Waverly Place The Movie Extended Edition features exclusive footage, behind-the-scenes bonus and awesome extras that take you deeper into the mysterious world of wizardry! Embark on a supernaturally exciting adventure as the Russos, your favorite family of wizards-in-training, join together on a quest full of heart-stopping action and hilarious magical mishaps! While on vacation, Alex (Selena Gomez) accidentally casts a spell that threatens her family’s existence! Max (Jake T. Austin) tries to keep his parents together while Alex and Justin (David Henrie) use every trick they know as they search for the “Stone of Dreams” to reverse the spell and save their family. You won’t want to miss one extraordinary moment of this extended, magic-filled and action-packed movie!

Bonus Features

• Color-Changing Wishing Stone With Clip (Limited Time Only) included on pack

• Insider’s Exclusive – On Location! – Your Favorite Stars Reveal: Special Effects; Movie Stunts;

RELEASE DATE: December 15, 2009

Run time: 98 minutes

DVD aspect ratio: 1.78:1

Language: English, Spanish, French

I get to give away one of this great movie!

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Cashew Tower Review and Giveaway...

Plow and Hearth has some fun food items! Like the Peppermint Pig! Holiday good luck & health begins with a peppermint pig. The first Peppermint Pig was made over a century ago to symbolize the Victorian belief in the pig as a good luck charm. Your family can continue this tradition with our genuine Peppermint Pig, which comes with its own velvet pouch and hammer. After a special holiday meal, bring out the pig, crack it with the hammer, and share the pieces to assure health, happiness, and prosperity. My family had fun reviewing this pig and loved the peppermint flavor!

We also got to try the Sweet, Spicy Gingersnap Cookies! I was excited to find out they are made in Sweden and yum! We really enjoyed these as well! These wafer-thin, spicy-sweet Nyakers Gingersnaps are made in Sweden the old-fashioned way, from a secret family recipe. They get their name from the "snap" they make when you bite into them. 23.8 oz. packed in a red gift tin. From Sweden.

Thanks to Plow & Hearth we also got to review their Cashew Tower! We love cashews and all of these are really yummy! I think my favorite out of the three was the chocolate covered cashews! These are perfect for the holidays and great to put out and share for the New Year!
Thanks Plow & Hearth for the great products!

Cashews Huge, Crunchy Cashews Are A Delicious Gift They'll Love These are the largest and best-tasting cashews we've found and they're an impressive gift that's sure to please. Vacuum packed for freshness and crunch. Giant 180-count Salted Cashews are whole cashews, cooked and salted to enhance their naturally delicious flavor; 20 oz. can. The Chocolate Covered Cashews are coated in a thick blanket of creamy milk chocolate; 220-count, 22 oz. can. The Honey Toasted are cooked with butter, salt, sugar, and honey for an amazing sweet-salty-crunchy creation; 220-count, 22 oz. can. For cashew lovers, the Cashew Tower can't be beat. It includes 12 oz. Chocolate, 10 oz. Salted and 12 oz. Honey Toasted in one gift package.Thanks to Plow & Hearth I get to
give one lucky reader a Cashew Tower!
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Oreck Halo Vacuum Review and Giveaway...

Thanks to Oreck I got to review their Halo vacuum! I am a clean freak and so I was very excited to get this germ fighting vacuum and to give it a try! As soon as it came I was ready to try it out! I love it and love the fact that it is not only picking up things... but also fighting germs! A huge must with a hubby, boys and a dog! It works great! Thanks Oreck for the great products!



More about the Oreck Halo...

Kills Viruses Dust Mite Eggs Flea Eggs Bacteria Mold
The Oreck Halo UV-C Germ-Killing Vacuum
2-in-1 cleaning in one simple step.

The new Oreck Halo vacuum cleaner makes it easy to clean your floors of dust, dirt, and debris, and kill many of the germs that could be on your floors at the same time. No extra effort. No extra time.
Just vacuum like you normally would!

The cleaning power of this machine makes your carpets look like they were shampooed.
– Anthony Card, CA
Powerful suction removes dirt, dust, and dead microbes, trapping them in the HEPA filter bag.

The Oreck Halo vacuum cleaner features two powerful motors. The first motor drives the powerful roller brush that agitates the carpet, bringing debris and germs up and exposing them to the UV-C light that can kill them. The second motor generates incredible suction; dirt and microbes are quickly trapped inside the HEPA13 filter bag.

The Oreck Halo vacuum cleaner picks up dirt and debris in virtually one pass, and works great on any floor surface - carpet, tile, even hardwood floors. The attachments, including a hose that extends 13 feet, easily lock into place and lets you clean those hard to reach places like stairs, drapes, upholstery, and corners. And with a flick of a button, the roller brush engages or disengages, allowing you to seamlessly go from carpets to bare floors. The comfortable grip and telescoping handle with power button make it a cinch to turn on and operate. It’s also simple to turn the UV-C light on and off, and the Oreck Halo nameplate on the face of the vacuum glows blue to let you know that it’s on.
On-board attachments make above the floor cleaning a snap.

* Picks up dirt and debris in virtually one pass.
* Easily goes from carpets to bare floors.
* Soft grip with power switch, brushroll switch, and UV-C on/off switch make it incredibly easy to use.
* Self-sealing Saniseal® bags make disposal clean and easy.

Strong warranties guarantee long-lasting performance.

The Oreck Halo vacuum cleaner comes complete with a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty. Plus, you get 3 annual tune-ups to keep your Oreck Halo running like new for years to come.

• Patented UV-C light chamber kills many of the germs, bacteria, mold, dust mite eggs, and flea eggs on your floors - in just a few seconds. And it’s chemical-free.
• 2-in-1 cleaning power in just one easy step. The UV-C light kills many of the germs and microbes on your floors, and powerful suction removes dirt, dust, and other debris just like all of our trusted vacuums.
• Comes with 1 year’s supply of HEPA13 filter bags, which capture 99.95% of particles down to 0.3 microns.
• Weighing about 17 lbs., the rugged design makes it easy to use.
• Above the floor Cleaning: Attachments include a 13 ft. detachable hose, crevice tool, and brush that quickly click-lock into place and let you easily clean stairs, drapes, furniture, corners, and all kinds of fabrics.
• Wide cleaning path and a 29-ft. power cord let you clean quickly and efficiently, reaching every corner of your home.
• Five-level height adjuster allows you to move from carpets and rugs to tile and hardwoods with ease.

Say Goodbye to many bacteria, viruses, mold and germs.

The New Oreck Halo uses UV-C light to kill many of the germs that could be on your floors, while you vacuum. So that you and your family can enjoy a healthier clean.

Powerful 2-in-1 cleaning performance.

The new Oreck Halo is a revolution in vacuum cleaner technology. Incredible suction vacuums dirt and debris, while the patented Oreck Halo light chamber kills many microscopic germs, bacteria, viruses, mold, dust mite eggs, and flea eggs using UV-C light. And like all Oreck products, it’s remarkably simple to use – just vacuum as you normally would, and the Oreck Halo kills and reduces microorganisms without any extra effort or harsh chemicals.

Carpets and floors can be the most germ-ridden surfaces in your home.

Did You Know...

• Carpet can be the most germ-ridden surface in your home. It can contain approximately 200,000 microbes of bacteria per square inch, and as many as 100,000 dust mites per square yard.
• A typical square inch of kitchen tile floor can contain over 2,500 bacteria.
• Bacteria samples from a typical home show that the bathroom floor contains 18,025 bacteria per square inch, while the toilet seat has only 49 bacteria per square inch!

Every time we enter our homes, we can track in germs and bacteria from outside. Think about coming home from work, or the kids as they enter the house, dirty from playing outside. Where have their shoes been? Public bathrooms? What have they stepped in? What about the dog digging in the dirt or trash? It’s easy for germs to get on your floors. Dust mite eggs, flea eggs, mold, bacteria, germs, and other microorganisms could be living there, too. But the new Oreck Halo with germ-killing UV-C light can help rid many of them from your floors - easily.

With the New Oreck Halo, you are vacuuming and killing many of the germs on your carpets and floors at the same time. No extra effort. No extra time. Just vacuum like you normally would!

Redefining the meaning of clean.

Conventional vacuums likely can’t do the whole job. Even after being cleaned with a conventional vacuum, carpets and floors can still be covered with germs and dust mite eggs. That’s why you need the Oreck Halo to quickly kill many of the germs, dust mite eggs, flea eggs and mold that could be on your floors. And you’ll have piece of mind knowing the Oreck Halo does it all without chemicals – making it safe for you, your family and the environment.

Tests show the bacteria counts on home floors before and after using the Oreck Halo.

The Oreck Halo effectively reduces the amount of bacteria, germs, and other microorganisms that could be on your carpets and flooring. These petri dish images represent the positive results of repeated exposure to the Oreck Halo light chamber. Over time and with routine cleanings, the Oreck Halo and its UV-C germ-killing light can help reduce dust mite populations by killing many dust mite eggs. It can also help reduce harmful bacteria and viruses on floor surfaces throughout your home.

Germ-Killing Power

	Oreck Halo	All Others
Dust Mite Eggs
Viruses
Bacteria
Flea Eggs
Lice
Mold

NOW HERE IS THE EXCITING PART...

I GET TO GIVE AWAY TO ONE LUCKY
WINNER A ORECK HALO VALUED AT $599!!!

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Belli Skin Care Review and Giveaway...

Thanks to Belli I got to try some awesome pamper me things to help me to stay calm! My two favorite things are the Foot Cream and the Eye Cream! I put the foot cream on before I went to bed with some soft socks. I love the scent of it! Thanks Belli for the great products! Motherhood Essentials Kit contains everything you need to restore and reclaim your body. Four hero products formulated with proven ingredients that quickly deliver results.

Includes: Pure Comfort Nursing Cream .5 oz
Eye Brightening Cream .5 oz
Body Firming Serum 4 oz
and Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer 2 oz.

Thanks to Belli I get to give
away one of the great sets above.

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Slippers Review and Spa Booties Giveaway...

Thanks to Wind and Weather my hubby and I got to review these awesome slippers! I just wore them out to get the mail and they are awesome! Really comfortable and keep my feet nice and warm! It is great they have skid-resistant treads! My hubby loves his also! Thanks Wind and Weather for the great products!


Ultimate Slipper Comfort with Outdoor Tread Made by Acorn® (the slipper-making experts who have been comforting the feet of astronauts on every shuttle mission since 1982) these classic booties are engineered for comfort and durability. They have super-soft sheepskin uppers and genuine wool-fleece insoles, cushy memory-foam mid-soles, durable leather sidewalls, waterproof outer soles, and skid-resistant treads (for those inevitable trips outside); women's style has up/down collar.

Sizes...
Men's whole sizes 8 - 13
Women's whole sizes 7-10

Thanks to Wind and Weather I get to give away
one pair of the awesome Spa Booties shown below...

More About the Spa Booties...

Pamper Her Feet in Soothing Spa Luxury

Enjoy spa luxury at home with super-soft, lavender-filled booties; just heat in your microwave then relax in soothing warmth.

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Casio Watches Review and Giveaway...

Thanks to Casio I got to review the men's Waveceptor watch
and also the women's Multi-Band Atomic Timekeeping watch.
They are both really cool and have lots of features!
I love that they have an alarm and light up!
You can read more about them below...

Waveceptor Text

The Waveceptor watch suits an intelligent man who balances his busy schedule with some extracurricular activities like playing sports, going for a jog or hitting the gym. When he is not working hard, he enjoys an active lifestyle and needs a watch to keep up with his busy social calendar. Waveceptor is a great gift for the man who is looking for a stylish watch with useful features that makes his life easier.

Muti-band 2 Atomic Timekeeping

Atomic Timekeeping, offering pinpoint accuracy, allows the watch to automatically receive time calibration signal updates on a daily basis from transmitters based on the user’s home city setting. This feature can be utilized in the US and Japan which allows for convenient timekeeping globally, and allows for synchronizing during Daylight Saving Time.

Solar Power

Solar Power technology features a unique power saving function and allows Waveceptor timepieces to energize themselves through even the lowest level of illumination; natural, solar or artificial light.

Specs:

WVA470 Specs / WVQ400

Multi-band 2 Atomic Timekeeping

Solar Powered

100M Water Resistant

Bi-lingual Day of Week Display

LED Light w/Afterglow / Auto LED Light w/Afterglow

World Time (30 cities)

1/100 Sec. Stopwatch

3 Daily Alarms / Daily Alarm

Hourly Time Signal

Power Save Function

12/24 Hr. Formats


Multi-Band Atomic Timekeeping

Receives time calibration radio signals which keep the displayed
time accurate
Auto receive function (up to 6 times per day)
Manual receive function
Signal:  US WWVB, UK MSF, Germany DCF77, Japan JJY40/JJY60
Frequency:  US 60kHz, UK 60kHz, Germany 77.5kHz, Japan 40/60kHz
Tough Solar Power
Water Resistant
LED Light w/Afterglow
World Time
29 times zones (48 cities), city code display,
daylight saving on/off
Daily Alarm
Hourly Time Signal
Countdown Timer
Measuring unit: 1 second
Countdown range: 1 minute to 60 minutes
1/100 second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 59'59.99"
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, lap time, split time,
1st-2nd place times
Auto Calendar (pre-programmed until the year 2099)
12/24 Hour Formats
Accuracy: 30 seconds per month (with no signal calibration)
Storage Battery: Solar Rechargeable Battery
Battery Power Indicator
Power Saving Function
Approx. battery life: 12 months on full charge
(without further exposure to light)
LWA-M140

Now thanks to Casio I get to give
a lucky winner one of each of these!

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Today's Winners...

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And today's winners are...
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse DVDNicole

Santa Buddies DVD...
Rebecca Irvine
Handy Manny DVD...
Carmen
Christmas Tahoe Box....
Annette
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Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian Review...

On December 1st, Fox Home Entertainment will release NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN on DVD & Blu-ray!

My family was excited to get to review the Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian DVD.

This second Night at the Museum movie is just as funny as the first. I love all the characters in this movie. The Rock Face that calls everyone dumb dumb, Abraham Lincoln, Teddy Roosevelt played by Robin Williams. I thought it was hilarious when the 2 monkeys were slapping Ben Stiller and he started slapping them back. This is a good family movie and it keep you entertained through the whole movie.

All the special features on this DVD are great too.

THE BIGGEST ACTION-ADVENTURE FAMILY COMEDY IN HISTORY IS BACK

When the lights go off the battle is on! A delightful adventure, Night At The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian arrives in a Blu-ray Disc/DVD Combo Pack (Blu-ray, DVD and a Digital Copy) and for a limited time only a “Monkey Mischief” double DVD on December 1 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.

History is larger than life — and twice as funny — in this monumental comedy sequel. Ben Stiller (Meet The Parents, There’s Something About Mary) stars as Larry Daley, a former night watchman at the Museum of Natural History, where the exhibits come alive after dark. But now Larry’s nocturnal friends are being retired to the archives of the Smithsonian Institution, luring him back for a hilarious, all-out battle against a cranky Egyptian Pharaoh who plans to take over the museum... and the world! From returning director Shawn Levy (Cheaper By The Dozen), the film also stars Amy Adams (Enchanted), Robin Williams (Good Will Hunting), Owen Wilson (Wedding Crashers), Hank Azaria (“The Simpsons”), Ricky Gervais (“The Office”), Steve Coogan (Tropic Thunder) and Jonah Hill (Super Bad).

Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack
The Night At The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack includes a high definition version of the film with over an hour of mayhem, mischief and monumental magic of outrageously funny features – including an interactive museum scavenger hunt game, gag reel, 12 deleted scenes with an alternate ending, “Cherub Bootcamp,” “Phinding Pharaoh With Hank Azaria” featurettes.

Monkey Mischief
The limited edition “Monkey Mischief” double DVD boasts a second disc including over 30 minutes of entertainment complimenting the bonus materials featured on the first disc, including cast and crew commentary, six deleted scenes with an alternate ending, a gag reel, and more.

Single Disc
The Night At The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian single disc DVD has one hour of special feature laughs from favorite stars including commentary by cast and crew, featurettes, six deleted scenes with an alternate ending, and a gag reel.

Golden Ticket Activation Instant Win Sweepstakes:
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment has partnered with Delta Vacations and the Smithsonian Museum to offer the “Golden Ticket” Activation Instant Win Sweepstakes. Both the Night At The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian Blu-ray Discs and DVDs will feature a sticker on the packaging promoting the chance to instantly win the ultimate Smithsonian Experience, which includes travel and accommodations to Washington DC and a once-in-a-lifetime, behind-the-scenes, all-access private tour of the Smithsonian Museum for a family of four.

Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack Special Features:
Disc One
• Night At The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian Blu-ray
• Gag Reel
• 12 Deleted Scenes Including Alternate Ending
• Curators of Comedy: Behind The Scenes With Ben Stiller
• Museum Scavenger Hunt Game
• Cherub Bootcamp
• Phinding Pharaoh With Hank Azaria
• Monkey Mischief Featurettes
• Historical Confessions: Famous Last Words
• Secret Doors and Scientists
• Cavemen Conversations: Survival of the Wittiest
• Museum Magic: Entering The World Of The Photograph
• Director 201 With Shawn Levy
• Gangster Levy
• Audio Commentaries With Filmmakers
• FOX Movie Channel Presents Featurettes

Disc Two
• Digital Copy of Night At The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian

Disc Three
• Night At The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian widescreen feature film (2.40:1 aspect ratio)

Limited Edition “Monkey Mischief” Double DVD Special Features:
Disc One
• Gag Reel
• Curators of Comedy: Behind the Scenes with Ben Stiller
• Cherub Bootcamp
• Six Deleted Scenes, Including Alternate Ending
• Phinding Pharaoh With Hank Azaria
• Audio Commentaries with Filmmakers

Disc Two – Monkey Mischief Bonus Disc
• Show Me The Monkey featurette
o Monkey Business
o Primate Prima Donnas
o The Secret Life of a Monkey Movie Star: Life Off Camera
• Games
o Monkey Slap Game
o Abel and Dexter’s Flights Of Fancy

Single Disc DVD Special Features:
Special features include everything on “Disc One” of “Monkey Mischief Edition” above.

NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN
Release Date: December 1st
Screen Format: Widescreen - 2.40:1 (All)
Audio: English 5.1 DTS HD Master Audio/5.1 Dolby Digital in Spanish/French (BD)
English 5.1 Dolby Surround, Spanish/French Dolby Surround (Standard)
Subtitles English, French and Spanish (All)
U.S. Rating: PG
Total Run Time: 105 minutes
Closed Captioned: Yes