* TIPS & GIVEAWAY * Creating an Emergency Plan For Your Pets & Clorox - $25 Visa Gift Card Giveway (ends 9/29 at 11:59 PM CDT)

Being in the Midwest, we are sometimes prone to severe weather, like snowstorms, flooding, tornadoes and other natural disasters.  For the next few weeks, I'll be sharing tips with you on how to prepare your household in case one of these emergencies happen to you.  Read last week's post about building an emergency preparedness kit.  Read the prior week's post about how to create an emergency preparedness plan.

It’s National Preparedness Month - Do you have an Emergency plan for your pets?

• For many people, pets are an integral member of the family; however, when disaster strikes pets are often left out of the emergency preparedness plan.

• As you design your plan, here are a few steps to keep in mind to make sure your beloved pets are taken care of:

o Create a pet survival kit along with your emergency preparedness kit.

Include:
- Pet food
- Vet records
- Can opener
- Cat litter/pans (if applicable)
- Medications (if applicable)

o Keep your pet’s identification tags up to date and securely fastened to their collar. In case you are separated, your pet’s locator will know exactly whom to contact

o Make sure to choose an alternate location within your emergency preparedness plan that allows pets. Keep in mind that many emergency shelters are unable to accept pets due to public health reasons

• If you’re ever concerned about including your pet in your emergency preparedness plan and need advice, contact your local animal shelter or animal control office.

• For more information please visit www.clorox.com/redcross and download the preparedness guide: Prepare Yourself Now for Peace of Mind Later

We are happy to be able to give one (1) lucky My Chicago Mommy reader a $25 Visa gift card to start your own Emergency Preparedness Kit!

Entries to the giveaway will be accepted until Wednesday, September 29th at 11:59 pm CDT. Here's how to enter:

Fill out the form below & hit "Submit" for each entry (i.e., submit your entry twice if you do the BONUS action).

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* BONUS (2 entries): Visit Clorox & The Red Cross' website and answer the question "What is something you learned from visiting the site?” - use code: BONUS + comment on this post with your first name, last initial, & your answer.

Disclosure: As a blog tour participant, I received information and giveaways from The Clorox Company and Consumer Queen at no cost to me. I was compensated for my time by The Clorox Company for participating in this project. All views are my own.

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* GIVEAWAY & REVIEW * Pink Digital Photo Keychain (ends 9/22 at 11:59 PM CDT)

Do you love to show off pictures of your loved ones, friends, and children to others but hate having to carry around a thick packet of pictures?  Then you will love this Digital Photo Keychain!

Here is some more information about the Digital Photo Keychain:

Main features:
1.5 inch 128x128 LCD display;
4.8 MB internal memory which can store about 72 pictures;
Auto / manual picture slide show, slide time adjustable.
Manual switch between picture and time display
Time display including date, week, hours, minutes and seconds.
Time manual adjustable or sync with computer via software.
Picture format: JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF;
Picture size automatically cut by software.
Input / output picture via photo View software which contains in the attached CD
Built-in rechargeable battery
Charged / data downloaded via 5 pins USB cable
Dimension: 5.5x4.1x1.2cm
Weight: 85g

Package contents:
1 x Photo Frame with key ring;
1 x USB cable

Our review:
This Digital Photo Keychain is so handy and compact and very easy to use.  I love having pictures of my family with me wherever I go and I don't want to take up a lot of room on my phone with pictures, so this is a great solution for me.  The pink color is so pretty and happens to match my purse.  It was very easy to use this digital keychain right out of the box.  It comes with a cable that you just plug into a USB port on your computer and then it walks you through how to set up the clock and date functions, as well as how to add and delete photos.  For it only being 1.5", the clarity of the photos is pretty good.  Granted, some of the detail will be lost, especially if you have a lot going on in the photos, but it serves its purpose to have your photos in a compact place that's easy to take with you.  I could definitely see this as a gift that a grandparent or a loved one that is far away would appreciate, especially if you send them pictures via e-mail because they can easily replace photos on this device.

You can purchase your own Digital Photo Keychain from Wholesale Keychain here. These would make great gifts, party favors, and keepsakes.

We are happy to be able to give one (1) lucky My Chicago Mommy reader a Digital Photo Keychain!

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Disclosure: Wholesale Keychain, through Tomoson.com, did not compensate us in any way and all opinions expressed are our own honest opinions. Wholesale Keychain, through Tomoson.com, provided the prize for the giveaway and one for us to review.

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* WINNER * Smelly Towel Cleaner Giveaway

Congratulations to the winner of the Smelly Towel Cleaner Giveaway!
(selected randomly at http://www.random.org/)

Theresa D.

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* WINNER * Bebe Bella Minky Chenille Baby Blanket Giveaway

Congratulations to the winner of the Bebe Bella Minky Chenille Baby Blanket Giveaway!
(selected randomly at http://www.random.org/)

Vicki W.

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* GIVEAWAY * Thermos Hello Kitty® Dual Compartment Lunch Kit (ends 9/21 at 11:59 PM CDT)

Are you looking for something fun, functional, and made of good quality to make bringing lunch to school (or other places) fun for your child? Then check out Thermos' lunch kits. The one shown above is Thermos' Hello Kitty Dual Compartment Lunch Kit.

Here is some more information about Thermos' Hello Kitty Dual Compartment Lunch Kit:
- 100% PVC free with PEVA linings
- Superior quality closed-cell polyethylene foam insulation keeps food fresh
- Two separate storage compartments for easy storage and crushproof lunches
- Includes dishwasher-safe plastic container
- Zippered coin pocket
- Comfortable, padded carrying handle
- Dimensions: 7½" W x 5" D x 9½" H

Our review:
We were given a complimentary Hello Kitty® Dual Compartment Lunch Kit to try out and let me tell you, my daughter fell head over heels when she saw it!  It is made of sturdy material and has a good size space to put in a sandwich, piece of fruit, and dessert.  I especially like the separate compartment on the bottom that includes a plastic container to keep things that may be a little bit messier spill-proof.  One thing that will definitely make my life easier is the fact that you can easily wipe spills off of it, unlike with cloth lunch sack equivalents.  Since Hello Kitty is a classic design, I know this is something my other daughter will be glad to use later.  Thermos carries a wide range of designs, so you'll definitely find one that suits your child perfectly.

You can purchase your own Hello Kitty® Dual Compartment Lunch Kit here. This also makes a great birthday gift.

We are happy to be able to give one (1) lucky My Chicago Mommy reader a Hello Kitty® Dual Compartment Lunch Kit!

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* WINNER * Smarty Rents Giveaway

Congratulations to the winner of the Smarty Rents Giveaway!
(selected randomly at http://www.random.org/)

Shannon B.

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* WINNERS * Shutterfly Giveaway

Congratulations to the winners of the Shutterfly Giveaway!
(selected randomly at http://www.random.org/)

Nadine G.
Sandra K.

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* WINNER * Clorox $25 Visa Gift Card Giveaway

Congratulations to the winner of the Clorox $25 Visa Gift Card Giveaway!
(selected randomly at http://www.random.org/)

Jill M.

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* TIPS & GIVEAWAY * Building an Emergency Preparedness Kit & Clorox - $25 Visa Gift Card Giveaway (ends 9/20 at 11:59 PM CDT)

Being in the Midwest, we are sometimes prone to severe weather, like snowstorms, flooding, tornadoes and other natural disasters.  For the next few weeks, I'll be sharing tips with you on how to prepare your household in case one of these emergencies happen to you.  Read last week's post about how to create an emergency preparedness plan.

It’s National Preparedness Month - Building an Emergency Preparedness Kit with your family

• An important component of emergency preparedness is building a comprehensive emergency preparedness kit. Feel free to use this emergency preparedness checklist as a start to your kit:

o Water (minimum three day supply for evacuations, two week supply for home)washing and drinking)
o Non-perishable foods (minimum three day supply for evacuations, two week supply for home)
o Assorted battery pack (purchase the pack that provides a variety of battery sizes so that you’re prepared no matter the need)
o Flashlight
o Multipurpose tool
o First aid kit
o Medications (at least a 7 day supply)
o Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio if possible)
o Extra clothing
o Sanitation and personal hygiene items
o Cell phone with chargers
o Family and emergency contact information
o Extra cash
o Emergency blanket
o Map(s) of the area
o Household liquid bleach. Did you know bleach, like Clorox Liquid Bleach, can not only disinfect surfaces but also can be used to create drinkable water? Here’s how:

     - To Disinfect Surfaces: Use 1/4 cup bleach to 1 gallon of water, or as directed on the label, to disinfect hard, non-porous surfaces in your home.

     - To Disinfect Water: If you need to purify water during an emergency, (and do not have the means to boil it for 3-5 minutes), you may disinfect your water using bleach. If water is clear, add 8 drops (1/8 tsp.) of bleach per gallon of water. If water is cloudy, add 16 drops (1/4 tsp.) of bleach per gallon of water. Mix the solution thoroughly and let it stand for about 30 minutes before using it. Properly treated water should have a slight chlorine odor. If it doesn’t, repeat dosage and allow water to stand an additional 15 minutes. The treated water can be made drinkable by pouring it between clean containers several times.

o Copies of important documents – In case of emergency, you’ll need copies of birth records, household lease or deed, medications list, passports and insurance policies

• Check out your local home supply store. Many of them sell pre-assembled emergency preparedness supplies that provide a great foundation for the full kit you will need to build.

• When disaster strikes you could be ANYWHERE, so make sure you have either a full or abbreviated emergency preparedness kit (i.e. food, water and change of clothes) at work and in your vehicles.

• Make sure the members of you household are aware of each kit, its content and its location. In the event of an emergency, it’s essential to make sure everyone, even the children, are prepared.

• Are your pets included in your preparedness plan? If not, they should be! See next week’s blog post to create a plan for your pets.

• For more information please visit Clorox & Red Cross' website and download the preparedness guide: Prepare Yourself Now for Peace of Mind Later.

We are happy to be able to give one (1) lucky My Chicago Mommy reader a $25 Visa gift card to start your own Emergency Preparedness Kit!

Entries to the giveaway will be accepted until Monday, September 20th at 11:59 pm CDT. Here's how to enter:

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Disclosure: As a blog tour participant, I received information and giveaways from The Clorox Company and Consumer Queen at no cost to me. I was compensated for my time by The Clorox Company for participating in this project. All views are my own.

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* GIVEAWAY & REVIEW * Little Looster Giveaway (ends 9/19 at 11:59 PM CDT)

Are you potty-training a child right now or will you be potty-training one in the future?  If so, you will love the Little Looster! 

Here is some more information about the Little Looster:

Little Looster is revolutionizing potty training. The Little Looster is a booster for the Loo and is a horseshoe shaped stool that surrounds the base of your toilet, creating a pedestal for children to be supported while they sit on the loo. We can all say goodbye to the port-a-potty, toilet seat inserts, diapers, stress, apprehension, accidents and the lack of space in our bathrooms.

All children will eventually use the “big-potty” – WHY not start kids on it comfortably? Save the extra expense and mess that comes with the space-consuming porta-potty. They have been able to shave off months of diapering by creating a comfortable and safe experience on the loo.

Toddlers believe they might “fall-in” – WHY not give them the security and confidence that the stability of the Little Looster provides. Little Looster kids use their legs for support, alleviating that fear of falling in. Hands no longer need to grip the germ-ridden, inner rim.

No cleaning out the temporary port-a-potty. Flushable waste is the obvious sanitary option.

The Little Looster supports and boosts little legs, while potty training AND for the next 2-3 years that toes can’t reach the ground. No more “stinging” sensation when legs fall-asleep, from dangling unsupported off the sides of the toilet - little legs love the Little Looster.

No more hassle. Parents don’t move the Little Looster every time they need to use the loo. Their unique design allows adults full use of the toilet while standing or sitting, without ever moving the Little Looster.

The average family in the US is spending approximately $75 a month on disposable diapers and wipes and over 92% of those are ending up in our landfills. No one really knows how long it takes for a disposable diaper to decompose, it is estimated somewhere between 250-500 years. The statistics are staggering.  The Little Looster is made of plastic which is 100% recyclable after your many years of use.

The Little Looster can cut out months of this environmental mess and huge cost to families.

Our review:
We were given a Little Looster to try out and since we are currently potty-training our youngest child, we have been able to REALLY give it a try.  We used to use the normal potty-training stools with our other three kids and know how it is to have to move stools and for their legs to dangle, and the Little Looster definitely helps with not having to deal with those things.  She is also more comfortable during the times when it takes a little longer on the toilet.  It does not obstruct adults much when you have to use the toilet.  It just takes a little getting used to at first having it underneath you, but it is definitely more convenient than the other options.  The thing we like the most about it is that it is very sturdy.  You don't have the feeling that the stool could move at any moment and have your child slip off, especially when they are trying to get off the toilet.

You can purchase your own Little Looster here. This also makes a great baby shower gift or birthday gift.

We are happy to be able to give one (1) lucky My Chicago Mommy reader a Little Looster!

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* GIVEAWAY * Zhu Zhu Pet Giveaway (ends 9/18 at 11:59 PM CDT)

Are your kids into Zhu Zhu Pets or have they always wanted one? Then, be sure to enter this giveaway! My kids absolutely adore their Zhu Zhu Pets (Santa got them each one this past Christmas) and they now have the Kung Zhu Pets and they've gone nuts over those, as well.  We decided to get these for the kids because it was an easier alternative to a "real" hamster.  Plus, with the accessories that you can put on the Zhu Zhu Pets, the kids can easily customize their own Zhu Zhus.

We are happy to be able to give one (1) lucky My Chicago Mommy reader a Zhu Zhu Pet!

Entries to the giveaway will be accepted until Saturday, September 18th at 11:59 pm CDT. Here's how to enter:

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Disclosure: Zhu Zhu Pets, through MomSelect, did not compensate us in any way and all opinions expressed are our own honest opinions. Zhu Zhu Pets, through MomSelect, provided the prize for the giveaway and a Zhu Zhu Pet for us to review.

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* WINNER * SingALingo Book Giveaway

Congratulations to the winner of the SingALingo Book Giveaway!
(selected randomly at http://www.random.org/)

Julia H.

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* GIVEAWAY * Smelly Towel Cleaner Giveaway (ends 9/17 at 11:59 PM CDT)

Smelly Towel Cleaner is Smelly Washer's newest product. It’s all natural has a wonderful garden fresh fragrance and is specifically made to remove that musty, mildew smell from towels and clothing. Just a teaspoon added to a full load of musty towels or laundry makes them smell like new again! Use just a half teaspoon of Smelly Towel Cleaner as a detergent booster to enhance colors and keep that fresh smell!

With all of the laundry that I do in my household, there are times when a load of towels will get that musty smell (especially if it's a big load of towels that I have to wash), so when I was given the Smelly Towel Cleaner to try out, I was very excited.  It worked very well for us!  I just added a teaspoon of Smelly Towel Cleaner to my load of towels and it did prevent the musty smell from getting in the towels.  It also did boos the color.  Take it from me, this is a lifesaver in my household because it will allow the towels to last longer between washes (which means less laundry to do in the long-run, which means a happier me).

You can purchase the Smelly Towel Cleaner from Smelly Washer online ($16.99) and also on Amazon.com (from $12.46).

We are happy to be able to give one (1) lucky My Chicago Mommy reader a Smelly Towel Cleaner!

Entries to the giveaway will be accepted until Friday, September 17th at 11:59 pm CDT. Here's how to enter:

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Disclosure: This Product Was a Free Giveaway. Smelly Washer did not compensate us in any way and all opinions expressed are our own honest opinions. Smelly Washer provided the prize for the giveaway and a product for review.

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* GIVEAWAY * Bebe Bella Minky Chenille Baby Blanket Giveaway (ends 9/16 at 11:59 PM CDT)

Have you checked out Bebe Bella Designs yet?  If not, you should check them out because not only do they have great products, but they also give you a $15 credit just for signing up for their email list.

BONUS: Bebe Bella Designs is giving My Chicago Mommy readers 50% off of their Minky Chenille Blankees (retail price $22.50), baby blankets (retail price $50.00) and toddler blankets which (retail price $64.00) with the coupon code: mommy50 at checkout. This code is valid through September 17th. This is a great idea for a baby shower or Christmas gift! (The $15 off credit and 50% code are not allowed to be stacked).

We are happy to be able to give one (1) lucky My Chicago Mommy reader a Bebe Bella Designs Minky Chenille Blankee (your choice of color)!

Entries to the giveaway will be accepted until Thursday, September 16th at 11:59 pm CDT. Here's how to enter:

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* E-mail the giveaway to friends (cc: mychicagomommies@gmail.com & get 1 entry per friend up to 5 entries) - use code: EMAIL

* Follow MyChicagoMommy on Twitter - use code: TWITTER & enter your Twitter name after the code

* Tweet it out "Enter @mychicagomommy http://bit.ly/mcmbebe Bebe Bella Giveaway" - use code: TWEET - please leave a comment with the link to your Tweet

* Leave a comment on My Chicago Mommy's Facebook Page saying "I want my Blankee!" - use code: FACEBOOK
* Follow Bebe Bella Design on Twitter - use code: BBTWIT & enter your Twitter name after the code
* Leave a comment on Bebe Bella Design's Facebook Page saying "My Chicago Mommy sent me!" - use code: BBFB 

* BONUS (2 entries): Visit Bebe Bella Design's website and answer the question "What is your favorite product?” - use code: BONUS + comment on this post with your first name, last initial, & your answer.

Disclosure: Bebe Bella Designs did not compensate us in any way and all opinions expressed are our own honest opinions. Bebe Bella Designs provided the prize for the giveaway.

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* GIVEAWAY * Shutterfly Giveaway (ends 9/15 at 11:59 PM CDT)

It’s hard to believe, but the Christmas holiday will be here soon enough! Although I used to have the time to hand-make every card I sent out for the holidays, my schedule has gotten a lot busier as the kids have grown, so I welcome every bit of help in that area. Shutterfly offers some great designs and price options for photo cards, stationary, and gifts. I especially love their holiday card designs! I can’t wait to design our cards for this year. If I plan right, maybe I can have my cards out right after Thanksgiving.

Here are some of themes Shutterfly offers:
- Holiday Cards
- Photo Christmas Cards
- Thank You Cards
- Party Invitations
- Birth Announcements
- Save the Date Cards
- Birthday Invitations

I especially love that they offer a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee! Here are some other things I found out Shutterfly offers:
- Free online photo storage
- Free online photo sharing
- Free photo software
- Photo borders
- Back-of-print messaging

If you have a special occasion, like a birthday, anniversary, wedding, or holiday, you can also choose from a variety of gifts they carry, like photo cards, note cards, photobooks, magnets, DVDs, mugs, t-shirts, coasters, calendars, and canvas prints. Just imagine the smile on the person’s face when you give them an ultra-personalized special gift!

We are happy to be able to give two (2) lucky My Chicago Mommy readers each 10 free 5" x 7" flat stationary cards!

Entries to the giveaway will be accepted until Wednesday, September 15th at 11:59 pm CDT. Here's how to enter:

Fill out the form below & hit "Submit" for each entry (i.e., submit your entry twice if you do the BONUS action).

Here are the ACTION CODES to use (one entry for each):

* Fill out your name & email address - use code: INFO

* Subscribe to the newsletter (do not need to be a new subscriber) - use code: SUBSCRIBE

* E-mail the giveaway to friends (cc: mychicagomommies@gmail.com & get 1 entry per friend up to 5 entries) - use code: EMAIL

* Follow MyChicagoMommy on Twitter - use code: TWITTER & enter your Twitter name after the code

* Tweet it out "Enter @mychicagomommy http://bit.ly/mcmshutterfly Shutterfly Giveaway" - use code: TWEET - please leave a comment with the link to your Tweet

* Leave a comment on My Chicago Mommy's Facebook Page saying "I want Shutterfly!" - use code: FACEBOOK
* Follow Shutterfly on Twitter - use code: SFTWIT & enter your Twitter name after the code
* Leave a comment on Shutterfly's Facebook Page saying "My Chicago Mommy sent me!" - use code: SFFB 

* BONUS (2 entries): Visit Shutterfly's website and answer the question "What is your favorite product?” - use code: BONUS + comment on this post with your first name, last initial, & your answer.

Disclosure: Shutterfly did not compensate us in any way and all opinions expressed are our own honest opinions. Shutterfly provided the prizes for the giveaway and a set for us to review.

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* GIVEAWAY & FREEBIE * Smarty Rents Free One-Month Promo Code & Giveaway (ends 9/15 at 11:59 PM CDT)

SmartyRents.com is an educational video game rental company featuring LeapFrog and VTech games.  They  RENT games for eight game systems including Little Leaps, Clickstart, Leapster, Didj, V.Smile Baby, V.Smile, V.Motion, and V.Flash. All games are available to rent including those no longer available on the market for purchase. Families can choose one of several Smarty Rents rental packages to meet the individual needs of all children in the family.  Their company works similar to Netflix in that customers choose from a variety of game titles with no late fees that are shipped free, directly to their door.

This is an inexpensive way for families to provide their children with a variety of educational games without the high cost of buying a game only to have their interests change before you’ve gotten your money's worth.

Here's how it works:
1) Pick your rental package.
2) Games are sent to your door (free shipping).
3) Rent games as long as you want (no late fees).
4) Return and receive another game.

* PROMO CODE FOR MY CHICAGO MOMMY READERS * Smarty Rents is offering My Chicago Mommy readers a FREE MONTH of the 1 game at a time package or $9.99 towards the package of your choice when you use the promo code smart9 at checkout (through September 30th).

We are happy to be able to give five (5) lucky My Chicago Mommy readers each a 3-month membership to Smarty Rents!

Entries to the giveaway will be accepted until Saturday, September 15th at 11:59 pm CDT. Here's how to enter:

Fill out the form below & hit "Submit" for each entry (i.e., submit your entry twice if you do the BONUS action).

Here are the ACTION CODES to use (one entry for each):

* Fill out your name & email address - use code: INFO

* Subscribe to the newsletter (do not need to be a new subscriber) - use code: SUBSCRIBE

* E-mail the giveaway to friends (cc: mychicagomommies@gmail.com & get 1 entry per friend up to 5 entries) - use code: EMAIL

* Follow MyChicagoMommy on Twitter - use code: TWITTER & enter your Twitter name after the code

* Tweet it out "Enter @mychicagomommy http://bit.ly/mcmsmarty Smarty Rents Giveaway" - use code: TWEET - please leave a comment with the link to your Tweet

* Leave a comment on My Chicago Mommy's Facebook Page saying "I want Smarty Rents!" - use code: FACEBOOK
* Follow Smarty Rents on Twitter - use code: SRTWIT & enter your Twitter name after the code

* BONUS (2 entries): Visit Smarty Rent's website and answer the question "What games would you like to rent?” - use code: BONUS + comment on this post with your first name, last initial, & your answer.

Disclosure: Smarty Rents did not compensate us in any way and all opinions expressed are our own honest opinions. Smarty Rents provided the prizes for the giveaway and the promo code for the readers.

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