I'm Not Here, I'm Over There. Where Are You?

While it may appear that I am here, Journeys of The Zoo is officially on summer vacation! Not that it really matters whether it's summer or not because we lead a nomadic lifestyle and go wherever the wind takes us.

We are so flexible that we were supposed to leave on Friday but as plans usually go around here, they were changed.

I'm not actually sad about that. I mean, it is one less day visiting with my Family at the "Compound" but it gave me some time to wrap up loose ends (which for the record are still pretty loose).

Speaking of which, I'm so busy that I think I need an assistant. I can't believe I'm admitting this but my toe nails haven't been painted all.summer.long and summer is pretty long (93 days and 15½ hours, but who's really counting).

Now don't misunderstand me. I know that assistants aren't supposed to paint your toes nails. No, they are reserved for much more pressing issues like cooking French Fries which incidently I am eating right now with Swiss Chalet Sauce but the stuff out of the pouch not the fresh stuff which isn't as good but I didn't have any caviar so I had to settle.

If everyone had my problems...

Where was I?

I think I say that a lot.

I'm not sure who needs a vacation more; you from me or me from me.

If I had an assistant, they could tell me.

Besos, The Zoo

Are you One of the Lucky Ones? Check to Find Out.

Today, might just be your lucky day because Journeys of The Zoo is going to announce the four winners of our two recent giveaways. Or is that four...

A big thanks to Melissa (a.k.a. Moey) for letting us experience her latest CD: Princess Revolution. The icing on the cake was that she offered to giveaway a copy to one of you. Double Win!

The confirmed winner of the Moeys Music Party Princess Revolution CD is...

Narathip W. who Tweeted about the Giveaway.

If you didn't win, you can still be a part of the Princess Revolution! Connect with Moey via YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/moeysmusicparty, Twitter: @MoeysMusicParty, and Facebook: www.facebook.com/moeysmusicparty.

Everyday is a Princess Day!

Note that Melissa is so efficient that she's already put Narathip's CD in the mail! We can't wait to hear what her favourite song is!

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We did things a little differently this time around with the "Etsy Cuteness" giveaway by having three winners and letting you choose your prize! Based on your comments,

Change = Amazing!

The UNconfirmed winner of the Sunshine Printables Announcement is...

Sherri.

The confirmed winner of the Birds on a Line Gift Certificate is...

Anne S. who Liked Birds on a Line on Facebook.

The confirmed winner of the SodaPop Designs Beaded Necklace is...

Jennifer W. who Subscribed via Email.

Note that each of these amazing Sponsors will contact the confirmed winners within 5 business days.

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We love to hear what you have to say. Please leave us a comment letting us know what else you'd like to see at Journeys of The Zoo

While you're at it, don't forget to enter the other seven giveaways that we currently have running.

1. *NEW* 7am Baby Shield~08/23
2. *NEW* Playtex $250 Package~08/23
3. *NEW*
Pampers $100 GC~08/23
4. Advent 3 in 1 Sterilizer~08/23
5. Mobi Prize Pack ($145)~08/23
6. Dulce Mio $250 GC~08/12
7. Copy-Kids DVD~08/04

Don't forget to watch for the post regarding the Winner of the Copy-Kids Giveaway that ends TONIGHT! Don't miss out, enter today!

Besos, The Zoo

7 A.M. Enfant Baby Shield Protection #babyshower, US/CAN, 08/23

Being on hospital bedrest for 6-weeks and then having my Triplets 10-weeks early really limited my ability to research and purchase a lot of great and useful products.

I was further stressed out by having to bring home two babies in February weighing less than 5lbs. Body heat loss was definitely at the TOP of my priorities. I wish I'd had the peace of mind provided by a 7 A.M.® Enfant Baby Shield.

Experts agree that all exposed body surfaces should be protected during frigid temperatures especially the face, head and chest as these body areas are more susceptible to temperature changes. And we all know that...

North American Winters Are Cold!

In case you're unfamiliar with the product, the award winning Baby Shield is a two in one product with two interchangeable covers to protect against different weather conditions. One zippered cover protects from the extreme winter weather while the second zippered cover shields from the windy and moderately windy spring and fall days.

Zippers and Kids = Awesome!

Want to properly protect your baby on a chilly spring day? 7 A.M.® allows you to provide warmth for different temperatures with the new Baby Shield™. Like the Le Sac igloo®, the Baby Shield™ features the patented detachable front cover system. The covers can be used separately as car-seat/stroller blankets, and two different ways. The Low Temperature cover protects from the extreme winter weather and the Lightweight cover shields from the windy and cool spring or fall days. It even comes in "Zoo Orange".

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Prize: 7 A.M.® Enfant Baby Shield in your choice of size and colour (depending on availability). Value ranges from $138 to $178.
Eligibility: USA/CANADA.
Duration: The contest will run from Friday, August 3 until Thursday, August 23, 2012, inclusive.
Shipping: Included in the prize.
Entry Method: Rafflecopter Form.
Disclosure: Journeys of The Zoo did not receive any products or compensation in exchange for posting this giveaway.

A big thanks to KidSumers for coordinating this giveaway and letting Journeys of The Zoo participate.

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This giveaway was posted to Blog Giveaway Directory.

Besos, The Zoo

Playtex/BabiesRUs $250 {Giveaway} #babyshower, CAN, 8/23

Have you ever had to make 20+ baby bottles a day, on little to no sleep and pump upwards of 2L of breast milk at the same time? If you have, you know how you're short on time and convenience is key. In order to simply our lives, Journeys of The Zoo used Playtex's disposable system for our bottling needs.

Playtex made sense in so many ways:

• it's affordable,
• grows with the child (4oz and 8oz sizes),
• BPA Free,
• disposable (boiling water in the middle of August is not fun),
• tons of choices (with nipples), and the best part,

Playtex is a Name that you can Trust.

Playtex offers tons of product such as soothers (which The Zoo also used) and a Diaper Genie® Essentials Disposal System which is included in this prize pack!

The Diaper Genie has a patented Air-Tite® system with Push-N-Lock clamp and 5-layer refill helps prevent odours from escaping the pail. Its unique features lock in odours. Because a happy nose means a happy baby.

To top it off, this prize pack includes a $100 gift card from Babies "R" Us who is the world's leading dedicated toy and baby products retailer. Toys "R" Us, Canada operates nearly 70 stores across the country. For store locations and convenient online shopping, visit www.Toysrus.com.

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Prize: Playtex Gift Basket and Diaper Genie valued at $150 and a $100 Gift Card to Babies "R" Us.
Eligibility: CANADA ONLY.
Duration: The contest will run from Thursday, August 2 until Thursday, August 23, 2012, inclusive.
Shipping: Included in the prize except for the gift card.
Entry Method: Rafflecopter Form.
Disclosure: Journeys of The Zoo did not receive any products or compensation in exchange for posting this giveaway.

A big thanks to KidSumers for coordinating this giveaway and letting Journeys of The Zoo participate.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

This giveaway was posted to Blog Giveaway Directory.

  Besos, The Zoo

Disney Baby Cuddly BodySuits Now in Canada {Review}

Disney has just introduced their Cuddly BodySuit to the Canadian market and Journeys of The Zoo couldn't be more excited to let you know why you need to get your hands on one. Make sure you read down to the bottom to find out how!

When I think of Disney, Mickey and Minnie come to mind and of course that loveable Pooh Bear Winnie. You'd think after all those years that he'd learn to moderate his honey intake.

So, when I received my bodysuit, the cute and artsy Pooh Bear on the front captured my eye immediately. My girlfriend Rene liked it too and she's a tough customer. Her comment...

"I'm not one for pink, starchy ruffles and princesses dancing around with flouncy gowns but this is something that I will put my kids in." If she likes it, then it should satisfy even the toughest critics!

My positive impression grew after it was washed because it seemed to get even softer!? Seeing as a bodysuit is the closest thing to a baby's skin, super soft fabric is a MUST!

I liked that Winnie was imprinted onto the fabric, rather than a decal as I find it easier to maintain from a wash and wear perspective. The contrasting-colour safety stitching also added that little extra touch of pizazz. Just because you're a baby doesn't mean you can't,

ROCK THE STYLE!

The wide neck is key for those of us with big-headed babies. And can I just take a moment to applaud the brilliance behind the double-row of snaps. Whether you have a short or long baby, this product will work for you. It's been awhile since my kids were wearing bodysuits (on a daily basis) but I really wish that this genius design had been available when my kids were young. I don't cloth diaper but I imagine that this feature would also be great as it gives extra room (in the length) without being too large all around.

Really unique design!

The packaging, states that these bodysuits come in a multitude of styles and colours and you can even get coordinating shorts! They're sold exclusively at Babies R Us and retail for $12, which means that it's easy and affordable to add one to your cart while picking from a Friend's registry. More patterns and styles are released for the holiday season so maybe a Pooh Santa is in the works.

It's still a couple more months until my girlfriend Rene has her second baby but I know what she's getting in her "Welcome Home Baby" package. Seeing as the outfits come in sizes 0-9 months (I got 3-6 months), I know that it's something that she can really use!

Remember that you too have an opportunity to review this great product. Contact me for details.

Besos, The Zoo