Monday, November 30, 2009

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Friday, November 27, 2009

The Silent Tears Fall As A Mother Asks For Help

Thanksgiving Day we found out one of our own family members are in trouble, as tears run down her face she begins to tell our family what has happened.

She is just in her 20s with 2 children one on each hand married and no home to go back to. Her family are now being passed from friend to friend and family member to family member. As she tells her story it brought tears to my eyes yesterday, my own daughter and granddaughter live with me I know its got to be so hard on them.

Her name is Anna and this is her story. Anna and Matt long time sweethearts got married very young having kids like any other married couple. Young and with babies a new family like so many other families, things were tight. They struggled as most families do that are just starting out just making ends meet and they survive with the help of family members. Yes that is what families do help one another. We have all been there one time or another. She has been staying with a friend with her family in a apartment. Not long mind you and someone turns them in for having to many people in one place. Her friend is told by the apartment complex to remove them or they will be evicted.

So again she pulls her family and leaves. Ending up with her brother and his friend in townhouse where her mom and her brother mike is living with his two kids. Now there is 9 people in one small townhouse. Its tight and crowded but they are family and can do it right. Wrong again they have been turned in as to many are in this home and they are told they must leave. How can a family, a mother and her brother put her on the street with her family. Two young kids and no where to go. She is determined to keep her family together even if it means living in shelters if room is available. Here its the end of November so it cold here now as she lives in the Northern states of the USA.

People say get a job she has one working in a mortgage company with no transportation as their car was broken down more then it ran. Her husband is now out of work as he laid carpet for a small company. Due to no work available he was let go. So where do you turn where do you go she asked. She cries silently at night as her children sleep not knowing what to do next.

This got me thinking since I have a on line shop here I have called out to anyone that hears me to purchase something from my sight and all proceeds that I would make will now go to Anna and her family.

As I drove home thinking how can I help as she is not the only one in this situation so many other families are having problems now to. Times are hard on a lot of families so lets do something about. Well I have thought about this for hours and wrote a few articles on the net telling anyone that would read it to come to my site and if you know someone that needs help to write me here on the bottom in the comment section of my site. I also ask if you can sponsor a family or help just one Child this Holiday Season please let me know. You can write here on the comment section or email me at HappyHolidayGiftStore4u@yahoo.com and put in the Heading. Needy Family and I will read your Messages each day. Remember all of December proceeds I will give to Anna and her Family. I will also match up needy Children and families to Sponsors that that have contacted me so they can help by placing something under their tree for a needy Child or Family. Click on OUR STORE and please enjoy your Holiday Season from our family to yours Happy Holidays.

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving From Happy Holiday Gift Store

Our family would like to wish each and everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving. Please be safe out there this holiday season and remember to check up on one of your older neighbors as they may not have enough food this holiday season. With so many people out of work find someone in your area and just help out a family that is less fortunate this holiday season. Once again Happy Holidays from Happy Holiday Gift Store.

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Monday, November 23, 2009

Parents of Small Children Please Listen UP Recall Alert

Parent of small children please listen up Recall Alert ...

Today Crib Recall Caught me off guard as ABC and other stations began telling parents about the danger from this crib. Jennifer Kerr tells us what happen with this crib and why its being 2.1M is being recalled. Here is her report.


Govt issues record 2.1M recall for dropside cribs
AP


Warning for Parents: Crib Recall ABC News – Warning for Parents: Crib Recall

* CPSC Recalls Massive Number Of Dropdown Side Cribs :CPSC Recalls Massive Number Of Dropdown Side Cribs CBS 2 New York
* Largest Crib Recall In U.S. History :Largest Crib Recall In U.S. History CBS 2 Chicago


By JENNIFER C. KERR, Associated Press Writer Jennifer C. Kerr, Associated Press Writer – 2 hrs 9 mins ago

WASHINGTON – More than 2.1 million drop-side cribs by Stork Craft Manufacturing are being recalled, the biggest crib recall in U.S history, following reports of four infant suffocations.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said late Monday the recall involves 1.2 million cribs in the United States and almost 1 million in Canada, where Stork Craft is based. Sales of the cribs being recalled go back to 1993.

Nearly 150,000 of the cribs carry the Fisher-Price logo.

The CPSC said it is aware of four infants who suffocated in the drop-side cribs, which have a side that moves up and down to allow parents to lift children from the cribs more easily.

The Stork Craft cribs have had problems with their hardware, which can break, deform or become missing after years. CPSC said there can also be problems with assembly mistakes by the crib owner. These problems can cause the drop-side to detach, creating a dangerous space between the drop-side and the crib mattress, where a child can become trapped.

The commission is urging parents to stop using the cribs until receiving a free repair kit from Stork Craft.

The cribs, which were manufactured and distributed between January 1993 and October 2009, were sold at major retailers including BJ's Wholesale Club, Sears and Wal-Mart stores and online through Target and Costco. They sold for between $100 and $400, and were made in Canada, China and Indonesia.

Consumer advocates have complained for years about drop-side cribs. More than 5 million of them have been recalled over the past two years alone — recalls that were associated with the deaths of a dozen young children.

ASTM International, an organization that sets voluntary industry safety standards for everything from toys to the steel used in commercial buildings, approved a new standard last week that requires four immovable, or fixed, sides for full-size cribs — essentially eliminating the manufacture of drop-side cribs.

CPSC is also considering new rules for making cribs safer and could adopt the ASTM voluntary standard as a mandatory one, outright banning the cribs.

Toys"R"Us started phasing out drop-side cribs earlier this year and will no longer carry them next month.

In the Stork Craft recall, the manufacture date, model number, crib name, country of origin, and the firm's name, address and contact information are located on the assembly instruction sheet attached to the mattress support board. The firm's insignia "storkcraft baby" or "storkling" is inscribed on the drop-side teething rail of some cribs.

Consumers can contact the company, 877-274-0277, to order the free repair kit, or log on to http://www.storkcraft.com.

Lets get these drop down side cribs fixed so that we do not lose another child this way. Please make that call and order your free parts now.

Happy Holidays from our family here at Happy Holiday Gift Store.

Do You Know How To Shop For A Digital Camera


Do you know how to Shop for a camera? Sony has 10 great tips for buying the right camera for you.

I remember when I went last year to look for a new digital camera it was not as easy as just picking one up off the shelf. I know I wanted a small yet nice camera that would not of cost me a arm and a leg. So I began looking around Sams, Walmart, Best Buys as well as K-Mart to see which store had the better price on the digital camera I chose.

At Best Buy the sales person was all over me asking me questions and wanting me to purchase one right then. I was not ready and told him so but the pressure from him still continued. I finally walked away leaving the store.

K-Mart had their digital camera's but not the one I wanted I looked around and they told me I could order it on line. I checked on line but wanted it for a trip I was taking in a few days.

I looked at Walmart seen the Camera on display inquired about it. I decided to leave the store also to see if I could find a better price.

Which brings me to Sam. Yes they had it also on display but did they have one that I could take with me if I decided to purchase it. I walked to the counter where a women was standing behind it and asked her if she know anything about this digital camera I was looking at to purchase. She was honest and told me no. She also informed me if I could stay around she know someone that had one just like the one I wanted there at Sams. An he worked there at the store but was out to lunch, I said ok and she took my name down. About 20 mins later my name was called and I was asked to return to the Camera Department. A Tall gentleman was standing there in his later 20's early 30's I thought to myself he don't know anything, I was wrong he showed me the camera and showed me how to use it with some of the different settings. What a surprise he did know how to use it. I purchased the digital camera and took it on vacation to Gettysburg Pa and took some beautiful pictures of the sun set that weekend.



Top 10 Tips for Buying the Right Camera
Brought to you by Sony

You're ready to buy a camera. You've got your money in hand and you're ready to start shopping. Before going off to purchase the most gleaming model you can afford, prepare yourself with the following essential buying tips.

Know yourself and why you need a camera. Consider your capabilities and interest in photography, and how a digital camera fits into your lifestyle. Different models are better suited for different situations. See if you might fit into one of the three photographer-types listed below:

Novice User: Are you new to the world of digital photography? Many low-cost point-and-shoot digital cameras include a range of standard features that are simple to learn and operate, making them an ideal choice for the beginning or casual photographer.

Intermediate Photographer: If you take a wider array of photographs -- from quick snapshots to vacation photos to sporting events -- you'll need a versatile, full-featured camera that can handle a range of zoom scenarios, photo subjects, lighting conditions, and so on.

Serious Amateur: Are you an experienced photographer that is prepared to pay a higher price for the features, flexibility, and control available only with a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera with interchangeable lenses?

Determine your ideal camera type. Make sure you understand the relative strengths and limitations of point-and-shoot and DSLR cameras, and which is best suited for the photos you want to take. Although there are areas where the lines between point-and-shoots and DSLRs are blurring, the two classes of camera still have their own distinctive features that make them well-suited for different situations. Which camera is best for you can be as simple as needing the image quality of a DSLR or the convenience of a point-and-shoot, or it can be a more involved decision based on your experience level, the type of photos you take, and your desire to use manual settings. Here are some quick features of each camera type to help you decide.

Get a feel for the camera. Hold the camera and take a few photos with it. You'll get more enjoyment from a camera and use it more often if it fits comfortably in your hand and the controls are easy to use.

Look beyond the megapixels. For high-quality photos, consider the size and type of the camera's image sensor.

Check out the zoom and focus features. Higher power zoom lets you get closer to the action, and optical zoom is more important than digital zoom because it doesn't reduce image quality. Auto focus features also are important, but a camera with manual focus features can give you greater flexibility.

Help reduce the risks of blurry photos. Image stabilization is important for helping to reduce shaking and blurriness. Electronic image stabilization is a good start, while optical image stabilization is even better.

Low-light capabilities matter. How well your camera performs in low light matters as much as how well it takes photos in bright sunlight. Cameras that have high ISO sensitivity (ISO ratings 800 or higher) will be better able to capture properly exposed images with reduced blur in dimly lit situations.

Consider advanced features. Think about what additional technology features you want in your camera -- such as face detection or in-camera retouching -- to help you achieve better results and enhance your overall photography experience.

Accessorize in style. Know what accessories you would like to use and what other devices you want to connect to your camera, such as an HDTV to view your photos, in order to make sure it has the right inputs and outputs.

Be sure to comparison shop. Before deciding on a specific model, look at the models above and below it. Sometimes you can get amazing features for only a small price difference.

Hope this post helps some of you when you go to purchase your new digital camera.
Happy Holidays to you and your family from Happy Holiday Gift Store

Christmas Holdiay Shopping Is In Full Swing

Hello my name is Shirley and I am the owner of a Holiday Gift Store on line. My store name is Happy Holiday Gift Store. Our site is located at http://www.HappyHolidayGiftStore.blogspot.com

We have gifts for all occasions from Christmas Gifts for that special someone on your list to Mothers Day Gifts for your Favorite mom. Yes we have Valentines Day Gifts and Father Day Gifts to.

With the Holiday Season here and Shopping about to go into full swing why not do some shopping on line this year and stay out of them busy malls.

How about purchasing a Camcorder for Dad. An give mom a new Coffee Maker or even a New Ipod. Here is a gift that everyone will love a new computer. We also carry baby toys. There is lots to Choose from here at Happy Hoiday Gift Store.

Well that is enough for today as my 4 year old granddaughter wants to play. Happy Holidays to you and your family from Happy Holiday Gift Store.

How to make Christmas Morning A Little Better Using Layaway

How to make Christmas Morning A Little Better Using Layaway
My daughter is 27 she and my granddaughter both are making their list and money is tight for us all this year. So a friend on Cafemom told me the benefits of using layaway so let me share them with you.


Here are some benefits to use Layaway this year, I've never used layaway before, but this year I'm definitely looking into it. Being a novice at layaway, I asked my friends how it works. Every store may have a different policy, but it's basically when the retailer agrees to hold an item for you while you pay it off interest free in installments over a number of weeks or months.

There will be no snoopers.
"I paid for my items and kept them there so my family wouldn't find the gifts beforehand!" says one friend.

• Reduce clutter.

"I don't have room for all the baby's gifts right now. We are going to have to go through toys and donate some before we can bring in the new Christmas stuff," says an anonymous mom.

• Minimize credit card balances.

"Credit cards are what get people screwed up for buying what they can't afford. With layaway, you pay with cash until it's paid for - without interest!" another mother says.

• Guarantee the best selection.

You can put items on layaway weeks and months before the holiday rush - plus, no dealing with crowds!

Many moms also use layaway for school supplies - just goes to show how hard we're all being hit. This might be the start of a new trend. According to Google, the search term "layaway" has spiked since August 09.

For more holiday shopping tips and to join in the conversation,

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Toys for Babies

Awwww here's what every Baby will love under the Tree at Christmas.

Baby Einstein Takealong Tunes by KIDS II


Description


Product Description:
Promotes music appreciation and auditory development by introducing your little one to baby-friendly versions of classical masterpieces by Mozart, Vivaldi, Chopin and Rossini with the Baby Einstein™ Takealong Tunes! A large, easy to press button allows your baby to toggle through 7 high quality and enjoyable classical melodies at home, or for on-the-go fun! This baby's version of an "MP3 player" has colorful lights that dance across the screen to enhance each entertaining melody and promote visual perception.

Features:
* 7 baby-friendly classical melodies
* Volume control
* The colorful and easy to grasp caterpillar handle ensures that baby can "takealong tunes" anywhere!

Product Weight: o.4 pounds

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether, Brown and white By Vulli



Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether in Natural Rubber (Sophie La Girafe)

Once Upon a time, a simple story….

The Little giraffe was born on the 25th of May in the year 1961… St Sophie’s day! In those days, the only animal toys available were farm animal or pet figures.. That is why one day in France, a certain Monsieur RAMPEAU, who was an expert in transforming sap from the HEVEA tree using the rotational moulding of rubber as a toy-making concept, came up with the idea of designing a giraffe. Such an exotic wildlife figure would be a first on the market, and its size and shape would be ideal for a baby’s small hands to grasp. SOPHIE is still “traditionally” produced to this day, a process that involves more than 14 manual operations. She is made from 100% natural rubber derived from the sap of the Hevea Tree.
Old-school quaint
By susannanycVerified Reviewer from NYC on 11/16/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Clean, Entertaining, Lots of Fun, Portable, Squeeky
Best Uses:
Infants, Toddlers
Describe Yourself:
First Time Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether in Natural Rubber:



Comments:


Old-school quaint
By susannanycVerified Reviewer from NYC on 11/16/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Clean, Entertaining, Lots of Fun, Portable, Squeeky
Best Uses:
Infants, Toddlers
Describe Yourself:
First Time Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This is a fun teether and toy for my baby. He chewed it while a newborn and now as a toddler he loves to 'play music' with the giraffe by banging it around so that the squeek eminates and he is able to express himself and laugh at the sounds he is making with his toy. This is a nice item. Though a bit costly is worth getting when a child is a newborn and grows with it.





Baby Einstein Bendy Ball by KIDS II





Seventh Generation Chlorine Free Baby Diaper, Stage 4 22-37 lbs, Case of 120 diapers by Seventh Generation

Why Buy A Single Serve Coffee Maker You Ask Check Out Sparro's Review.

Here is a post I found today from Sparro a consumers first hand review.


Why buy a single serve coffee maker? The reasons are numerous but I will try and explain in this article to convince you. I have owned a Keurig single serve coffee maker for over a year now but prior to that I tried several different 10 cup makers trying to solve little annoying issues that we all experience. I have tried every top retail brand like Cuissanart, Krupp's and Braun along with old-time makers like Mr Coffee. None of them kept my amusement for very long. I then tried a very expensive maker for coffee connoisseurs and spent over $300 for it and it ceased after a year and it still had the same problems like:

1. Coffee flavor changed after sitting in the pot

2. Did not hold temperature for long

3. Waste of coffee

4. Same flavor for every cup

I am still debating whether or not the one cup coffee kcups are more expensive because I seemed to waste so much using a carafe system so It is really hard to examine the reality of the claim that the coffee per cup is more expensive with a one cup system. If there was no waste using a standard maker then I would obviously agree but I never was any good at making a good cup of coffee using a 4 cup measurement. The value in a one cup system is as following:

1. Every cup is brewed at same temperature so you get a great cup consistently

2. You can have a different flavor each cup

3. Fast, have a hot fresh cup in less than 30 seconds

4. No pot or carafe to constantly dish wash

5. No filters to buy

Those are some of the main reasons but honestly the coffee tastes great. I have also heard that you can't get a strong cup of coffee out of the pods or the kcups but my experience has been that the coffee is really rich and dark. So many varieties remind me of a cup straight from Starbucks. This has been the best new invention and modernization I've seen in years. Definitely the best new gadget I have purchased in a long time. Get up to date and buy a Keurig maker or ask for one for Christmas. You're going to love it!


Sparro is just a regular consumer giving first hand reviews of products they have purchased for their own use. Thank you Sparro for a great review. I could not of said it better. You can Find this Gourmet Coffee Maker Here at Happy Holiday Gift Store.



* Just click on the link under the picture.

Once again Happy Holidays from Happy Holiday Gift Store.

Here Is Apples IPOD USB Changer Kit

Here at Happy Holidays Gift Store we don't want you to forget about the accessories.
Apple IPOD Accessories Opps don't for get them.





* Click on the icon just under the picture to purchase.

There is nothing like getting a great gift that has all the accessories you will need to play it. So dont forget the batteries and other small accessories that go with them. I remember when I was a child not getting batteries to something Santa left under the tree for me one Christmas Morning. Boy was I upset because I could not play with it Christmas Day.

Here At Happy Holiday Gift Store we wish you Happy Holidays.

Here At Happy Holiday Gift Store We Have The Gifts Everyone Would Love

Here at Happy Holidays Gift Store we have a gifts everyone will love!

Does a cup of hot coffee sound good to you? Why not give them this beautiful new coffee maker.



*Click on the buy from Amazon icon just under the picture to purchase.

Product Features

* 1500-watt single-serve brewing system for gourmet coffee or tea
* Uses patented K-Cups; no messy grinding or clean up
* Removable 48-ounce water reservoir; removable drip tray
* 2 brew-size options; 2-hour automatic shut-off; descale indicator
* Measures 13-1/4 by 10 by 13 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Product Details

* Item Weight: 13.6 pounds
* Shipping Weight: 14 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
* Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
* Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
* Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
* ASIN: B000AQPMHA
* Item model number: B-40
* Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars

Don't forget the accessories:



*Click on the buy from Amazon icon just under the picture to purchase.


Vinturi Essential Wine Aerator



*Click on the buy from Amazon icon just under the picture to purchase.



Zevro Rectangular -Shaped Vacuum Sealing Food Storage Containers, Set of 8



*Click on the buy from Amazon icon just under the picture to purchase.

It's The Holiday Season So Shop At Happy Holiday Gift Store

With This Holiday Season already here try doing some online shopping at Happy Holiday Gift Store. Thousands of people will be hitting the stores for gifts this coming month. Why not wrap all your shopping up in one easy stop with shopping on line.

We have gifts and goodies that doesn't have to cost you a lot. Find something special for everyone on your list at great seasonal savings. Everything you need for a happy holiday is here at Happy Holiday Gift Store.

Check out our amazing values on great gifts. Give her this amazing Flip Ultra HD Camcorder.



Technical Details

* Easy-to-use, pocket-sized HD camcorder featuring one-touch recording and digital zoom
* Simple user interface lets you start capturing video just seconds after powering on
* Captures 120 minutes of HD video on 8 GB of built-in memory; no tapes or additional memory cards required
* Convenient flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your PC or Mac to launch FlipShare software
* Built-in FlipShare software lets you easily email videos, edit individual clips, make custom movies, capture still photos from video, and even upload video to sharing sites likeYouTube and MySpace

Product Details

* Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 3.1 x 3.1 inches ; 11.2 ounces
* Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
* Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
* ASIN: B0023B14TK
* Item model number: U2120B
* Average Customer Review:

Average Customer Rating
3.8 out of 5 stars (327 customer reviews)
5 star: (126)
4 star: (103)
3 star: (35)
2 star: (27)
1 star: (36)

Controls 4.4 out of 5 stars (114)
Ease of use 4.6 out of 5 stars (112)
Display 4.3 out of 5 stars (110)
Portability 4.7 out of 5 stars (110)

How about this nice Apple IPOD TOUCH 8 GB APPLE COMPUTER under $200 DOLLARS.



Here is another APPLE IPOD TOUCH 32 GB APPLE COMPUTER UNDER $300 DOLLARS




KINDLE WIRELESS READING DEVICE UNDER $275 DOLLARS



Don't forget the accessories, how about a KINDLE LEATHER COVER



Thank you for stopping by and reading my report on this amazing Flip Ultra HD Camcorder here at Happy Holiday Gift Store.

Need A Holiday Gift? Try Our Happy Holiday Gift Store!

Welcome to Happy Holiday Gift Store. This site provides tips on shopping for that special Holiday Gift. If you have questions about one of our gifts this is where you find the answers. Remember at Happy Holiday Gift Store we are happy to help you.
You may also email your questions to Shirley at HappyHolidaysGiftStore4u@yahoo.com

Come Holiday Shop With Us At Happy Holiday Gifts Store

With the Christmas Holiday SOON TO BE IN full swing why not shop on line today. Come into our store and enjoy your stay as we have lots to choose from here at The Happy Holiday Gift Store.