Sunday, August 26, 2012

Mom's Summer Survival Guide ($50 Kohl's Gift Card Giveaway!)

It is no secret that on some days, my sense of organization leaves something to be desired.  I'm a work in progress.  Aren't we all in some way?  So when Kohl's asked me to test out their free Mom's Summer Survival Guide app, I thought I'd give it a whirl.  I have to say that their summer tips, calendar and back to school organizer have been useful to this stay-at-home mama of two!


I like the idea of incorporating a theme of the week (or day) into our summer fun and think that the kid's enjoyed the consistency.  Adrian mastered his colors and the potty (yay!) and Lucia has been enjoying our creative time at home.  I can see myself incorporating this tip into our family rhythm as the season's change. 


Some of the other components I found useful include: a monthly calender that I can email to myself, back to school organizational tips, a back to school shopping list, and a reminder of the importance of me time (I'm really working on this one!). 

Win It: 
I'm thrilled that Kohl's is offering one of my reader's a kick-start to their back to school shopping with a $50 Kohl's gift card.  Enter to win in the rafflecopter below (US residents only).  A winner will be chosen at random in one week.  Good luck and thanks for entering!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

 
I was not compensated for this post.  All opinions expressed are my own.  

353 comments:

  1. I'd like to get some jeans.


    calidreamin87 (at) gmail (dot) com

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  2. I would lovevto buy shoes!- livivua chandler

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  3. I would like to buy skechers twinkle toes shoes for my daughter! I saw them at Kohl's the other day.

    I entered on the rafflecopter with my Facebook name, Mary Happymommy. Thanks!

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  4. Thanks for this fantastic giveaway!, I would love to get some cute outfits !!

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  5. I would like to purchase a tan fall sweater

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  6. a outfit for work
    ccasper@centurytel.net

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  7. I would like to buy some hoodies for my grandson.

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  8. I would like to buy a new blouse.

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  9. I would love to get some sweaters!

    Amanda Sakovitz on rafflecopter

    thank you!

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  10. AS Maureen

    I would like to purchase some jeans and a pair of exercise walking shoes.

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  11. i would get my kids some clothes :)

    marci h
    tristatecruisers at yahoo dot com

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  12. I'd buy some perfume, I'm in need of a new scent.

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  13. I would buy myself a new pair of work shoes.

    safety_chick@hotmail.com

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  14. I would love to purchase corduroy pants for my daughter!
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  15. I need some new clothes for my job hunting!

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  16. I'd get some sweaters for the fall.

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  17. I would buy new cross trainer shoes for me - going for a daily walk when the kids are back in school
    Katharine Davis on rafflecopter

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  18. I would buy fall boots for myself

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  19. I would purchase a new pair of jeans

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  20. I'd get something for my husband.

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  21. new towels! scg00387 at yahoo dot com

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  22. I want adorable Candies.
    elysesw@aol.com

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  23. Ley (svc1950@hotmail.com)August 26, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    I would like to buy my mom something nice to update her wardrobe.

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  24. I need new hand towels for our guest bathroom and I'll be needing new bedding soon for our bed.

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  25. luv to buy a bracelet.

    swiener1[at]tampabay.rr.com

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  26. need some new jeans for my kiddo.

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  27. I would like a new cardigan.
    KellywcuATyahooDOTcom

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  28. I could really use some new jeans. s2inamug @ aim dot com

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  29. I would love to buy a couple of tops or accessories for back to school!

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  30. Clothes for the fall.

    hhnator07@yahoo.com

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  31. I would like to put it towards some fall boots.

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  32. I'd use this to buy new sheets.

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  33. I'd like to buy some fall and winter clothing for myself.
    Thanks so much.
    rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com

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  34. I would get some new clothes for work
    dhsauers(at)gmail.com

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  35. The first Kohl's in my area is opening in a few weeks so I am excited to see what they carry.

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  36. New bath towels and washcloths.

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  37. I would buy my kids some school clothes.

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  38. I'd purchase maternity clothes.

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  39. I'd get a few pairs of jeans.

    Love3570@aol.com

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  40. Need new workshoes. Sneakers.

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  41. I would just like to start my Chritmas shoppping.

    cgentry1952@yahoo.com

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  42. Candies clothing for my teenage daughters

    tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

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  43. I would like to get some new winter shoes.
    lenz.nicole(at)gmail(dot)com

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  44. I'd like to get clothes and more clothes!

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  45. accessories!
    caseyeve_003 at yahoo dot com

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  46. I would love to buy some clothes for my son!



    www.studentswife.com

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  47. i would buy clothes for my daughter
    freebiel0ve@yahoo.com

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  48. Clothes & toys for my granddaughters!

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  49. HORTON111@AOL.COM

    SOME PANTS AND TOPS

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  50. clothes for school for grandson



    etude37@gmail.com

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  51. I'd probably buy some summer tops and a matching scarf.
    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  52. I would save it for Black Friday sales!
    cody_endres(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  53. I would love to get a pair of Bob's!
    pauline15_01(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  54. I would buy some new jeans.
    mintstatesportswear(at)juno(dot)com

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  55. I follow you on GFC(LInda G)
    mintstatesportswear(at)juno(dot)com

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  56. new shoes for my daughter

    kport207 at gmail dot com

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  57. I'd love some new gym shoes.

    Wendy T on rafflecopter

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  58. I love Kohls! I would probably buy shoes! :)

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  59. I need new workout clothes

    sweetheart4171(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  60. I love Kohl's beauty section! They have a lot of great items!!

    luv.me.some.blog@gmail.com

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  61. I would get some new jeans.
    tara.huff(at)gmail(dot)com

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  62. New clothes for my new job!

    sksweeps (at) earthlink (dot) net

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  63. I'd like to treat myself to a new perfume or some new clothes. Of course, I'd probably end up spending it on new school clothes for my daughter.

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  64. new shoes for my kids

    sarah hirsch

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  65. I'd love to treat myself to some new perfume or clothes but I'd probably end up buying my daughter some new school clothes.

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  66. I need shoes.
    Sukie (dot) meadows (at) aol (dot) com

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  67. socks and t-shirts for my teenage boys

    like2sweep@gmail.com

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  68. I would love to purchase christmas decorations
    mummytotwoboys@yahoo.com

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  69. Baking supplies and pans.

    tes 1283 yahoo

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  70. I would love to buy new jeans for all the baby weight I keep losing! (and my baby is 18 months old...took me awhile) New follower through the GFC Blog Hop :)

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  71. Oh girl, I need some maternity clothes for the fall and winter!

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  72. clothes for my son

    laura
    soundsdisco@yahoo.com

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  73. some clothes for my boy

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  74. I really want to get their cupcake maker for my daughter's birthday

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  75. I'd like to buy back to school clothes for the kids.
    Thank you.

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  76. <3 school clothes (a scarf & some jeans ;)

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  77. Maybe a new bag? Thanks for the giveaway!
    hstorm799{at}gmail{dot}com

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  78. I would like a new pair of jeans for myself

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  79. Since Kohl's is my wife's favorite store, I'd just give her the card and let her go wild.
    jstetson2@cfl.rr.com

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  80. Would you believe I've never been to Kohl's? I would just be fun to go in with some cash to spend!

    Stopping by from I LOVE My Online Friends and following through GFC!

    Would love for you to stop back at morethanmommies.net and follow back! While you are there, check out our Sunday Sip feature and let us know if you are interested in being one of our featured bloggers! We would love to have you!

    Janene

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  81. I would get a new school dress for my granddaughter.
    Susan Chester

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  82. I would purchase some workout clothes

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

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  83. I'd like to have some new towels.

    Leslie Galloway (LesGalloway //at// hotmail //dot// com) www.facebook.com/GallowayLeslie

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  84. I would buy a bath towel set and some Fiesta Ware dishes.

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  85. Jeans, I really need new jeans.

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  86. I would like to purchase baby items for my brand new grandaughter, Nellie.
    Kathy Davis
    kdavis1@centurytel.net

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  87. My GFC name is Mrs. Kathy Davis
    Kathy Davis
    kdavis1@centurytel.net

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  88. I would get Kid's Clothes.
    Tl Moyer

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  89. I would purchase fall clothes.

    rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com

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  90. I would get some household items for our new home

    aggiegrad02@gmail.com

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  91. I'd probably buy a t-shirt or 2 and maybe a little something for my daughter.

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  92. i would like to get a hot plate for my cabin

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  93. I'd purchase some running shoes for my teenage son. Thanks.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  94. Hiya, I just stopped by after visiting the Naptime Review Blog Hop! I would like some new Fit Flops from Kohl's next time I visit Florida!

    I am your newest follower on Google Friends. Hope you can stop by my place too!

    http://www.thedayafteryesterday.co.uk/

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  95. I'd like to purchase a new bed set

    nathansmommy619(At)aol(dot)com

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  96. I would love to buy some new blouses for me.

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  97. Hey Mona! I actually got a Khols card when they opened a store 5 mins away. They always have great offers. I'd love to spend $50 on some nursing tanks for ME!

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  98. I need to find a purse organizer and a friend of mine told me they have them at Kohl's. I also need new shoes for my daughter for school!

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  99. new crocs for my son
    nannypanpan@gmail.com

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  100. I would get clothes and shoes for school.

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  101. This lady needs some back to work clothes stat!

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  102. I would purchase some sweaters for fall and winter!

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  103. I would like some clothes

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  104. I'd like to buy some new clothes

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  105. Hi! :) Definitely would like to check out the jeans... and maybe the jewelry! :)

    Lois

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  106. I need some new shoes.
    huntandride@hotmail.com

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  107. School clothes for the kid would likely be top of the list.

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  108. I'd like to buy some pots and pans for the new apartment.

    Good luck to everyone!

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  109. I always find cute shoes there!

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  110. Clothes for my kids for school.
    Tamar W GFC

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  111. new clothes for my daughter.

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  112. Clothes for my twins due in 2 weeks =)

    Mommyofone Shanna

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  113. I would purchase shoes, or new jeans.

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  114. First of all - I love your blog and your writing. You stand out in the humongous sea of mommy bloggers. I also really like to shop at Kohl's. They have everything and they have great sales too. I would buy something for myself if I won this giveaway. Thanks for giving me the chance to win something. A fan of yours - Be L

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    1. Thank you. This is so so kind and I really appreciate it. Good Luck!

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  115. I would like to purchase a new pair of shoes for my daughter.

    alittlepieceofheaven777(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  116. Clothes! A pretty dress.

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  117. School clothes for my kids
    marypopmom@yahoo.com

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  118. I would get my oldest daughter a couple pair of jeans for winter. Thank you!
    crystalfaulkner2000 at yahoo dot com

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  119. new clothes
    gfc danaj
    flyergal82 AT (yahoo) /dot/ $com%

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  120. Winter clothes for my son
    atykay89@hotmail.com

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  121. Found you thru the I Love My Online Friends GFC Hop! New Follower! YAY!

    Tif
    Ramblings of a Southern Belle
    http://www.her-southern-ramblings.blogspot.com

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  122. I really need two new bras.

    sylvieanddudes@yahoo.com

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  123. I would LOVE to buy a new pair of running shoes. Mine are getting a ton of use this year!

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    1. Great that they are getting use Amanda...good luck to you all!

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  124. My son has grown out of all of his jeans from last year so that is what I need at Kohls this year.

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  125. I'd probably get some new clothes for work. :)

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  126. Would love to go shopping for jeans..
    Shweta

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  127. I'd like to get jeans for my son (he goes through them so fast!)

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  128. I would like to buy some new shoes or boots.

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  129. I'd like some new shoes or boots

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  130. Mama needs some new clothes! But who am I kidding? I would totally spend it on my daughter :)

    fs4sarah at gmail dot com

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  131. I'd spend it on workout gear :)

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  132. New fall boots.
    Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill12@gmail.com

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  133. Of course Kohl's would pick you to test out their app, because you are AWESOME!!! I would like to buysomething from Lauren Conrad's line. Rafflecopter thingy, pick me!-

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  134. I would get a real nice blouse.
    kathyluman@gmail dot com

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  135. I would like to purchase some OXO containers to organize our pantry.

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  136. I would stock up on Keurig K Cups Coffee.

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  137. I love kohl's! I Wouk get something from the Diana buckman

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  138. Clothes! For me! I lost a Loy of weight and need to go shopping!

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  139. I would like to purchase clothes for my twins if I am the lucky winner!

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  140. Bathroom supplies!

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  141. I'd probably pick up a cute fall dress!
    CrystalW07 at aol.com

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  142. A dress for my mom!! She lows kohl's

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