Monday, June 1, 2009

Help for the Uninsured

The United States spends nearly $100 billion to provide uninsured patients with health services, often for preventable diseases or diseases more efficiently treated with early diagnoses. This burden is shouldered by everyone.

Reduce the burden by telling Congress to support the American Medical Association's plan which:

- provides all Americans with the means to purchase health care coverage
- gives individuals choices to select the appropriate coverage for themselves and their families
- promotes market reforms that enable this new approach
- increases access to care and expand coverage for the uninsured

The AMA’s Patients’ Action Network is committed to leading the response to solve the health coverage crisis for all patients. Join our efforts and tell Congress to support the AMA’s plan which expands patients’ coverage and access to care. Click below to automatically have your opinion on this matter sent to your local legislators.

Canvas Printing from Online Poster Printing - Giveaway

If you're looking for a unique and memorable Father's Day gift, I have the perfect suggestion.

Online Poster Printing offers a fabulous way to make a special work of art from your favorite photos. Their simple photo to canvas printing combines high quality with low prices and ease of use. The inkjet to canvas printing procedure (also known as Giclee canvas printing) they utilize to create beautiful artwork from your photos is second to none and printing experts ensure that they print your order right the first time. The canvas prints are offered in both a rolled product that is ready for custom stretching and a gallery wrapped canvas that can be purchased in preset sizes.
About Online Canvas Printing Applications: Printing digital images and photos onto art canvas is a relatively new practice. Since the early 90s, digital printers were used to create samples and to test color accuracy, but as technology improved digital printers started to revolutionize the large format printing industry. Now, Online Poster Printing employs world-class digital printers to take your artwork and print it directly onto a fine artist canvas material. Their online canvas printing service boasts high quality materials and sturdy gallery wrap frames.

You really need to check out their web site to see how beautiful these look hanging on a wall! I can't wait to get one made from one of my husband's awesome photos (he's turning into quite the photgrapher!) See them here.

Giveaway: One lucky Thrifty Jinxy reader will win a 16x20 Gallery Wrapped Canvas Print from Online Poster Printing. To enter, first see what this awesome prize looks like here. Then leave a comment describing the photo you would use to print your prize if you win.

For an extra entry, write a blog post linking to both this contest and www.onlineposterprinting.com and leave another comment with a link to your post.

Rules: All entries must be received by 11:59 PM CST 6/7/09. One entry per person, except for extra entries (see below). Entrants must be at least 18 years old. Prize will only be shipped free to US & Canada (any other countries will need to pay shipping). and reside within the United States. Winner must respond to the winning e-mail within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected. Your e-mail address will only be used to contact you if you win.

More sweepstakes/giveaways:

Win a trip for 4 to Walt Disney World Resorts from Mama Bite.

Also at Thrifty Jinxy, enter to win a FIT2BMOM Get Fit Kit.

Women Freebies has a new giveaway for June to win Bora Bora Perfume by Liz Claiborne. Just sign up for their newsletter.

Another newsletter sign up contest is for a beautiful Pearl Pendant from Freebie King. Sing up for their newsletter here.

Free Sammie from Quiznos Plus Coupons & a Cookie on Your Birthday

Sign up for the Quiznos QClub and you'll receivea FREE Sammie with sign-up and a free cookie on your birthday. Click here to register.

Quiznos

Free Samples from Quality Health

Quality Health has new samples for the summer. Click below for details.

Healthy Samples

Pacific Coast Feather Co. 20% Off Sale

Since people aren't usually looking for cozy blankets and comforters in the summer (although I do since my husband insists on keeping the A/C so high!) Pacific Coast Feather Co. is having a summer sale with items at 20% off. Check it out here.

Freebie for Those Who Take Crestor

If you take Crestor, this freebie is for you. The CRESTOR 360° Program is designed to help you manage your cholesterol with helpful information about diet, exercise, and living a healthy lifestyle. Sign up for a Free Take Action Kit.

Win a Trip for 4 to Walt Disney World Resort

Sign up for the Mama Bite and enter for a chance to win a vacation for four to Walt Disney World® Resort, from Ideal Bite, including a behind-the-scenes experience at Disney's Animal Kingdom! (Scroll down to the end of this post to enter.)

From family road trips to eco-friendly sunscreen to DIY crafts, Mama Bite gives you bite-size ideas for living light green this summer. Fun, healthy, eco-friendly tips are served up in a daily email each weekday. And to make greening your summer even more fun, we're giving you a chance to win a family vacation for four to Walt Disney World® Resort, including a special behind-the-scenes experience at Disney's Animal Kingdom® Park, just for being an Ideal Bite subscriber. Now that's worth celebrating!

Vacation package includes:
  • Round trip coach class air transportation for four
  • Four (4) night accommodations at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
  • Four (4) 5-day Magic Your Way tickets with Park Hopper® option which include, access to the Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, Disney's Hollywood Studios™, and Disney's Animal Kingdom® Park
  • PLUS special enhancements to make your celebration even more magical including a personal itinerary planner, a VIP Tour Guide for six hours, a Disney's PhotoPass® package and a Disney Gift Card worth $200 USD
Sign up for the Mama Bite and win a trip to Walt Disney World Resort.

Free $25 Restaurant.com Gift Card or Mini Cell Phone Lip Gloss Charm with Purchase at e.l.f.


EyesLipsFace.com (e.l.f.) is offering a a free mini cell phone lip gloss charm with any purchase. Just order here and use coupon CELLPHONE at checkout.

This is another great deal - Enjoy a night out on e.l.f. Cosmetics! Get a free $25 gift card from Restaurant.com with any $20 purchase from e.l.f. Just order here and use coupon DINEOUT.

Free Redbox Movie Rental Code for 6/1/09

The free Redbox code for today, 6/1/09, is: FM63H7. Remember, the code expires at midnight.

Redbox has changed their free code offerings and now it is only ONE TIME per month (not every Monday as in the past). So take advantage of your free movie today!

For new readers, if you aren't familiar with Redbox, they are the free-standing kiosks (usually in grocery stores, WalMart, Walgreen's or McDonald's restaurants) where you can rent DVDs for $1 per night. I like them because it's cheap and very easy to use. Also there are no late fees, you just keep paying $1 per day until you return it.

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Winner Annoucement - U-Printing Giveaway


Congratulations to Marla, the winner of the Business Card Printing giveaway sponsored by U-Printing. Marla - you have 48 hours to respond to the e-mail I sent yesterday. Stay tuned for another giveaway for a 16x20 Gallery Wrapped Canvas Print that will be posted later today!

Pepsi Throwback Winner Annoucement

I never heard back from the first winner of the Pepsi Throwback Giveaway, so a new winner has been chosen and e-mailed yesterday. Richard D. - You need to respond to the e-mail by this evening or yet another winner will need to be drawn. Check your e-mail people!!

FIT2BMOM Maternity Active Wear - Review & Giveaway

For the active expectant mother, check out the new maternity active wear brand FIT2BMOM. In my opinion, fitness clothing should be comfortable, functional and CUTE. This collection definitely meets all those requirements. Founded by former fitness instructor/personal trainer turned mother-of-two Christine Lavin, FIT2BMOM provides mommies-to-be with stylish, supportive active wear that can be worn for both exercise and leisure.


Versatility is what sets FIT2BMOM apart from the rest of the maternity-set. FIT2BMOM maternity active wear inspires a mother to embrace a fit, active lifestyle throughout her pregnancy and beyond, with functional-yet feminine clothing that both performs and pampers. Designed with technically-innovative Supplexâ fabric, the line combines the necessary moisture wicking properties that keep the body dry and cool during exercise, with the desired comfort and softness of leisure wear.

Unlike most maternity lines on the market, FIT2BMOM pieces are not designed with excess fabric or drape for specific stages of pregnancy. Rather, they’re designed with versatile features that contour to a woman’s body during all stages of pregnancy and beyond, ensuring a perfect fit in every piece, for every body. Pants, shorts and skorts offer roll-down waistbands to appease “over the belly” and “under the belly” moms alike, while drawstring side seams expand and shrink alongside a growing or post-baby bump. Not to be outdone, the newly ample bust line many women experience during and post-pregnancy deserves some consideration, and FIT2BMOM tops rise to the challenge. The Criss-Cross Top features a built-in shelf bra with removable padding, while the Camisole offers adjustable straps for the ultimate in versatility, convenience and support. Present in all pieces, flat seams are employed to eliminate bothersome chafing – especially important for skin that becomes more sensitive and easily irritated during pregnancy.

Pieces retail for under $100 in select boutiques across the U.S. as well as online at www.fit2bmom.com.

A great gift for the mommy-to-be is the 2BActive Kit: Capri, which includes the essential active wear and then some. The exclusive all-in-one kit includes a Roundneck Tee, Capri Pant, Headband, and logoed drawstring bag. It is available in black only at $118.

I had the opportunity to try out a FIT2BMOM headband. It is made of stretchy Suplex/Lycra for a secure, yet comfortable fit. The wicking fabric also keeps sweat in check. It's available in 6 different colors at $8 each.


Special Offer: FIT2BMOM has a special deal just for Thrifty Jinxy readers! Receive a complimentary “Get Fit Kit” containing a moisture-wicking headband and drawstring gym bag with all orders placed on www.fit2bmom.com between 6/1 & 6/30. To get the free kit, just enter promo code JINXY09 at checkout.

Giveaway: One lucky Thrifty Jinxy reader will each win a “Get Fit Kit” with a moisture-wicking headband and drawstring gym bag . To enter, check out FIT2BMOM and then fill out the entry form below telling us your favorite item from their collection.

Rules: All entries must be received by 11:59 PM CST 6/15/09. One entry per person, except for extra entries (see below). Entrants must be at least 18 years old and reside within the United States or Canada. Winner must respond to the winning e-mail within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected.

Extra entries: You can get up to 7 extra entries in the giveaway by doing things like subscribing, following, etc. Click here to see how to get your extra entries.




More sweepstakes/giveaways:

We have a giveaway at Thrifty Jinxy for a 16x20 Custom Canvas Print.

Win a trip for 4 to Walt Disney World Resorts from Mama Bite.

Women Freebies has a new giveaway for June to win Bora Bora Perfume by Liz Claiborne. Just sign up for their newsletter.

Another newsletter sign up contest is for a beautiful Pearl Pendant from Freebie King. Sing up for their newsletter here.

Contest Corner for June 1, 2009 - List Your Blog Giveaway

It's time for another Contest Corner. If you have a giveaway on your blog, enter your info in Mr. Linky below. If you would be kind enough to link back to Thrifty Jinxy in your blogroll or post my button (code is in right side bar) I would be VERY grateful, but it's not required. You can add your giveaway any time during the week.

If you read Thrifty Jinxy via e-mail newsletter, click HERE to see the giveaway list. Make sure to check back again later in the week as more giveaways are added.

Here are a few other sweepstakes/giveaways:

We have a giveaway at Thrifty Jinxy for a 16x20 Custom Canvas Print.

Win a trip for 4 to Walt Disney World Resorts from Mama Bite.

Also at Thrifty Jinxy, enter to win a FIT2BMOM Get Fit Kit.

Women Freebies has a new giveaway for June to win Bora Bora Perfume by Liz Claiborne. Just sign up for their newsletter.

Another newsletter sign up contest is for a beautiful Pearl Pendant from Freebie King. Sing up for their newsletter here.




50 Free Prints from CVS

Sign up for CVS photo center for free and you'll get up to 50 FREE prints when you join.

Free Stuff from Allure Magazine

Don't miss the post on Beauty by Jinxy about FREE STUFF being given away to Allure Magazine each day this week. These are great freebies - I love the ones I have gotten in on!