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		<title>Big G and Atari: Tuesday #gno Twitter Party on Retro Memories</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:23:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jen Tilley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://momitforward.com/big-g-and-atari-tuesday-gno-twitter-party-on-retro-memories/gmi-lifestyle-3-2" rel="attachment wp-att-41024"><img class="alignright  wp-image-41024" title="GMI Lifestyle (3)" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/GMI-Lifestyle-31.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="240" /></a>Sweat bands, leg warmers, big hair, neon accessories, Atari…who didn’t love the 80s? In celebration of a great decade, Big G cereals are bringing back their “Retro” themed packaging for the fifth time, 80’s style. That’s right, starting February 7 &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://momitforward.com/big-g-and-atari-tuesday-gno-twitter-party-on-retro-memories/gmi-lifestyle-3-2" rel="attachment wp-att-41024"><img class="alignright  wp-image-41024" title="GMI Lifestyle (3)" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/GMI-Lifestyle-31.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="240" /></a>Sweat bands, leg warmers, big hair, neon accessories, Atari…who didn’t love the 80s? In celebration of a great decade, Big G cereals are bringing back their “Retro” themed packaging for the fifth time, 80’s style. That’s right, starting February 7 through mid-March, while supplies last, these limited-edition Big G cereal boxes are sure to turn heads down Target’s cereal aisle with their totally radical retro look.</p>
<p>Whether you enjoy it in a bowl with milk or use it to bake tasty treats, cereal has been a staple in kitchen cupboards across America. So many different varieties of cereal have been introduced throughout the years and can still be found on store shelves. These brands have been a part of our popular culture for decades!</p>
<p>In addition to conjuring fun childhood memories through the Retro program, Big G is also making it easy for families to get whole grain. Big G cereals, the ones with the white check, contain at least 9 grams of whole grain, with at least 48 grams of whole grain recommended daily. Cereal is already one of the healthiest breakfast choices you can make and the entire Big G cereal line is made with whole grain. What’s not to love?</p>
<p>On a side note, while Big G is celebrating the 80s, Atari will be celebrating its 40<sup>th</sup> birthday this year. Can you believe it? What is your favorite Atari game of all time? Keep your answer a secret for now and be sure to share it with us on Tuesday, February 7 as we chat with Big G and Atari about retro memories!</p>
<h2><strong>Party Topic</strong></h2>
<p>Join Big G and Atari, as well as our panel of experts, as we share retro memories! The party will be held on Tuesday, February 7 from 9-11 ET (8CT, 7MT, 6PT). <a href="http://bit.ly/w7xAwl">Click here</a> to see details about the giveaway and enter for a chance to win.</p>
<h2><strong>Party Details</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>What:</strong> Girls’ Night Out (#gno) Twitter party (<a title="http://momitforward.com/about-2/gno" href="../about-2/gno">Click here</a> to learn about #gno!)</li>
<li><strong>When:</strong> Tuesday, February 7 from 9-11 p.m. EST (8 CT, 7 MT, &amp; 6 PT)</li>
<li><strong>Where:</strong> Party with us on our very own <a href="http://bit.ly/wdkCWm ">Custom Tweetgrid</a>! (Use hashtags #gno and #BigGandAtari)</li>
<li><strong>Topic:</strong> Retro Memories</li>
<li><strong>Who:</strong> Brand Panelist: <a href="http://twitter.com/BigGRetro">@BigGRetro</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/atari">@atar</a>, Community Panelists: <a href="http://twitter.com/Living_LaLaLand">@Living_LaLaLand</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/7onashoestring">@7onashoestring</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/MimiBakerMN">@MimiBakerMN</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/thecreatvprncss">@thecreatvprncss</a>, Moderators: <a href="http://twitter.com/jylmomif">@jylmomIF</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/dadventurous">@Dadventurous</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/troypattee">@troypattee</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@MomItForward</a></li>
<li><strong>Party Favors: </strong><a href="http://bit.ly/w7xAwl">Click here</a> to enter the giveaway.</li>
<li><strong>RSVP:</strong> Use Mr. Linky below (enter the twitter URL and your twitter ID (e.g., <a href="http://twitter.com/jylmomIF">http://twitter.com/jylmomIF</a>).</li>
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<blockquote><p><strong>RT </strong><a href="http://twitter.com/MomItForward"><strong>@MomItForward</strong></a><strong> </strong><strong>Join the <a href="http://twitter.com/BigGRetro">@BigGRetro</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/atari">@atari</a> <strong>#gno Twitter party 2/7 (9-11 ET) on retro memories <a href="http://bit.ly/ze2FrR">http://bit.ly/ze2FrR</a> #BigGandAtari PLS RT</strong> </strong></p></blockquote>
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<em>Note: Mom It Forward accepts paid sponsorships for most #gno Twitter parties. During the parties, brand sponsors provide tips, techniques, expert advice, and information on party topics. Mom It Forward is grateful for the giveaway prizes, coupons, and discounts that sponsors also provide to the Mom It Forward community in conjunction with #gno Twitter parties.</em></p>
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		<title>Big G and Atari Giveaway: Win a Game, Gift Card, and Cereal (10 Winners)</title>
		<link>http://momitforward.com/big-g-and-atari-giveaway-win-a-game-gift-card-and-cereal-10-winners</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:15:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jen Tilley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Cereal has been around for years and with each year comes a new flavor with a new box design. However, there are many different types of cereal out there that have been around since the beginning and can still be &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cereal has been around for years and with each year comes a new flavor with a new box design. However, there are many different types of cereal out there that have been around since the beginning and can still be found on the shelves today. From February 7 through mid-March, while supplies last, these limited-edition Big G cereal boxes are sure to turn heads down Target’s cereal aisle with their totally radical retro look.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://momitforward.com/big-g-and-atari-giveaway-win-a-game-gift-card-and-cereal-10-winners/big-g-retro-twitter-prize-pack" rel="attachment wp-att-41236"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-41236" title="Big G Retro Twitter prize pack" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Big-G-Retro-Twitter-prize-pack.jpg" alt="" width="504" height="320" /></a></p>
<p>Big G is bringing nostalgia to the table this year with graphics from Atari classics like Asteroids, Centipede, and Missile Command featured on the back of each participating cereal. Navigate your way through breakfast with Big G cereals and the Asteroids maze, finding the clone, and testing your knowledge with Atari trivia.</p>
<p>Big G cereals participating in 80s-themed Retro Packaging at Target include: Cinnamon Toast Crunch® (17 oz.), Lucky Charms® (16 oz.), Honey Nut Cheerios® (17 oz.), Cheerios® (18 oz.) and Cocoa Puffs® (16.5 oz.). The limited-edition cereal boxes are available exclusively in Target stores nationwide. For a Target store near you, visit <a href="http://www.Target.com">www.Target.com</a>, and for more information on Big G cereals visit <a href="http://www.GrowUpStrong.com">www.GrowUpStrong.com</a> or <a href="http://www.WholeGrainNation.com">www.WholeGrainNation.com</a>.</p>
<h2><strong>The Prizes</strong></h2>
<p>This week&#8217;s giveaway is all about retro memories. Big G and Atari are awarding 10 lucky winners with a prize pack that will include the following items (ARV: $25.00):</p>
<ul>
<li>A free download for “Atari 80 Classic Games In 1”</li>
<li>$10 Target Gift Card</li>
<li>Cereal (1 box of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, 1 box of Lucky Charms, 1 box of Honey Nut Cheerios, 1 box of Cheerios, and 1 box of Cocoa Puffs)</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Entry Requirements</strong></h2>
<p>For a chance to enter and win, please complete the following requirements and leave a separate comment for each on this post, including links to your original tweets.</p>
<ol>
<li>Follow <a href="http://twitter.com/BigGRetro">@BigGRetro</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/atari">@atari</a> on Twitter.</li>
<li>Like Atari on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/atari">Facebook</a>.</li>
<li>Answer the following question in the comments section below: What is your favorite retro memory?</li>
<li>Tweet the following:</li>
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<li>RT <a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@MomItForward</a> Find 80s-themed <a href="http://twitter.com/BigGRetro">@BigGRetro</a> cereals at your local @Target! Learn more: <a href="http://bit.ly/w7xAwl">http://bit.ly/w7xAwl</a> #gno #BigGandAtari PLS RT</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>RT<strong> </strong><a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@MomItForward</a> GIVEAWAY! Enter 4 chance 2 win a game, gift card, and cereal (10 winners)! <a href="http://bit.ly/w7xAwl">http://bit.ly/w7xAwl</a> #gno #BigGandAtari PLS RT</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Optional Entries</strong></h2>
<p>The following are extra entries that are completely optional and will earn you one extra entry for each completed item. Leave a separate comment on this post for each completed optional entry.</p>
<ul>
<li>Follow <a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@momitforward</a> on Twitter.</li>
<li>Like Mom It Forward on Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/momitforward" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/momitforward</a>.</li>
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<h2><strong>Terms and Conditions</strong></h2>
<p><em>Winners will be selected randomly through</em><em> </em><a href="http://random.org/" target="_blank"><em>http://random.org</em></a><em>. No purchase necessary to enter. Giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. ET Wednesday, February 8. See all terms and conditions </em><a href="../sweepstake-terms-conditions"><em>here</em></a><em>. This giveaway is available to U.S. residents only. </em></p>
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		<title>Breakfast Traditions: OMG Pancakes Cookbook Review</title>
		<link>http://momitforward.com/breakfast-traditions-with-pancakes</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 17:00:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jill Greenlaw</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>As a mother, making tradions with my family is really important. Like most parents, my husband and I try and find ways to connect with our kids. We want them to someday look back on their childhood and remember all &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As a mother, making tradions with my family is really important. Like most parents, my husband and I try and find ways to connect with our kids. We want them to someday look back on their childhood and remember all the special things we have done together. I had traditions growing up that I have shared with my kids, and I hope that the things we are doing now will create memories that they will want to pass on to their future families as well.</p>
<p>I recently reviewed a new book called <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xx-OF6-W2vg">OMG Pancakes</a>. The book was written by <a href="http://www.jimspancakes.com/">Jim Belosic </a>and is filled with fun and creative ways to make pancakes. I was immediately drawn to the giraffe on the front of the book and thought, &#8220;There is no way that is a pancake.&#8221;</p>
<p>The characters that Jim creates with his pancakes are unbelieveable and will forever etch in your mind that breakfast can be fun and exciting. Sheep, spiderwebs, flamingos, dinosaurs, bluebirds, and monkeys are just a few of the 70 different creations you can make. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/OMG-Pancakes-Cool-Creations-Your/dp/1583334432">OMG Pancakes </a>is a page turner and you will marvel at the things you can make with pancake batter.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://momitforward.com/breakfast-traditions-with-pancakes/pic-pancake" rel="attachment wp-att-30070"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-30070" title="pic pancake" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/pic-pancake-1024x680.jpg" alt="" width="458" height="305" /></a></p>
<p>Jim shares how making pancakes with his daughter is a way they can spend time together. He gives his recipes, tricks, and tools of the trade to make breakfast more creative. I followed his easy instructions on to how to create pancakes with different colors, shapes, and designs. Our family tried a few of the recipes and found that it sparked a few new ideas of our own. Who knew that making breakfast together could be so much fun?</p>
<p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Xx-OF6-W2vg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12242234-omg-pancakes">OMG pancakes </a>is filled with new and exciting ways to make pancakes. It has me rethinking breakfast, and for my kids it has them wanting to spend time together making crazy looking pancakes. Take time to think about the traditions that are important to you and start to create them today.</p>
<blockquote><p>What is your favorite family tradition? What are you doing to create memories with your kids?</p></blockquote>
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		<title>Harrison Ford and Milk Mustaches: Brands and Bloggers Get Creative at Conferences</title>
		<link>http://momitforward.com/harrison-ford-and-milk-mustaches-brands-and-bloggers-get-creative-at-conferences</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:00:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jyl Johnson Pattee</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://momitforward.com/?p=28281</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_3536.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-large wp-image-28288" title="IMG_3536" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_3536-764x1024.jpg" alt="" width="366" height="491" /></a>Social media conferences are all the rage these days, especially in the mom blogging space. As companies try to differentiate one blogging conference from the next and identify, based on the unique offerings of each, what makes the most sense &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_3536.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-large wp-image-28288" title="IMG_3536" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_3536-764x1024.jpg" alt="" width="366" height="491" /></a>Social media conferences are all the rage these days, especially in the mom blogging space. As companies try to differentiate one blogging conference from the next and identify, based on the unique offerings of each, what makes the most sense for their brand and what will yield the greatest return on investment, they are finding themselves in a creative competition with other brands.</p>
<p>For those who have earmarked large budgets to conference sponsorships, the creative solutions are big and bold&#8230; not to mention fun!</p>
<p>Twizzler&#8217;s built US landmarks out of licorice and strategically placed them through BlogHer this past month (shown on the right with Melissa from <a href="http://timeoutmom.com">TimeOutMom</a>, Jen from <a href="http://howto-simplify.com">HowTo-Simplify</a>, and Troy from <a href="http://dadventurous.com">Dadventurous</a>). Elmo accompanied <a href="http://sesamestreet.com">Sesame Street</a> to <a href="http://evoconference.com">evo</a> last month. <a href="http://www.drpeppersnapplegroup.com/">Dr. Pepper/Snapple</a> partnered with <a href="http://kaboom.org/">KaBoom!</a> to build a playground in a New Orleans neighborhood as part of <a href="http://mom2summit.com">Mom 2.0</a> in April. I rode a solar powered merry-go-round sponsored by <a href="http://ge.com">GE</a> at <a href="http://sxsw.com">South by Southwest</a> in March. And to kick off my 2011 conference going, <a href="http://www.conagrafoods.com/">ConAgra</a> sent <a href="http://www.blissdomconference.com/">Blissdom</a> attendees packages to their home both before and after the conference. Can anyone say <a href="http://www.orville.com/pop-up-bowl.jsp">Orville Redenbacher&#8217;s</a> popcorn? Mmmmm!</p>
<p>For many brands, just getting on the expo floor at a conference can cost a pretty penny, especially if they are operating on a limited budget. So, adding in the out of pocket cost to beat the competition can be tough. But, when a brand has a good idea and when a blogger adds her own creativity to the mix, it can mean all the difference in helping a sponsorship go from good to great (in terms of awareness) and sometimes, for less upfront investment. And such was the case with <a href="http://whymilk.com">MILK</a> at BlogHer in San Diego.</p>
<p>I already love milk and met the <a href="http://whymilk.com">Milk</a> team at Mom 2.0 this past April. So, when they approached me and asked to sponsor me to BlogHer, the decision was a no brainer. But then I found out that the campaign they were promoting was called Thanks a Latte, which is a super cute name and a really fun campaign (check it out on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/MilkMustache?sk=app_243279852359465">Milk Mustache Campaign&#8217;s Facebook page</a>). However, I am not a coffee or a latte drinker. I take my milk plain, thank you very much. They said that was OK and that drinking milk at the conference was not a requirement (I did it anyway!).</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_3566.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-28284" title="IMG_3566" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_3566-764x1024.jpg" alt="" width="458" height="614" /></a></p>
<p>Check out this fun video <a href="http://twitter.com/troypattee">@TroyPattee</a> and I took at their booth. We&#8217;ll win a trip to New York City if you vote for us (It&#8217;s my favorite city! No pressure!).</p>
<p><center><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nWMnNlmcKx4" frameborder="0" width="600" height="350"></iframe></center>I had a lot of fun passing out Starbucks gift cards to people at the conference. Simple. Nice. Made people feel good. Then I saw Heidi from <a href="http://www.coast2coastmom.com/2011/08/the-adventures-of-flatharrison.html">Coast2CoastMom.com</a> at a brunch. She was also sponsored by MILK. We were talking about our post-conference road trip plans when she told me of her idea.</p>
<p>You see, Heidi had road tripped to BlogHer from New York to San Diego with her family. While at BlogHer, she met Flat Harrison in the <a href="http://twitter.com/gotmilk">#gotmilk booth</a>—a life-sized cut out of Harrison Ford with a milk mustache. Troy and I met him too and had a lovely interaction as you can see below.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_3571.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-28283" title="Milk Mustache Campaign-Got Milk-Milk-Harrison Ford-Milk Mustaches-BlogHer" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/IMG_3571-1024x764.jpg" alt="" width="614" height="458" /></a></p>
<p>But Heidi had a better idea. Why leave Harrison in San Diego? Wouldn&#8217;t he get lonely? And why leave him there when he could join her family&#8217;s road trip to New York?</p>
<p>So, in the most awesome <a href="http://flatstanley.com/about.php?nav=about">Flat Stanley</a> way, she packed him up and took him with her and her family cross country, visiting corn fields and landmarks along the way. You can see all the fun pictures <a href="http://www.coast2coastmom.com/2011/08/the-adventures-of-flatharrison.html">on her blog</a>. The one with him in wine country with her little boy holding up a carton of milk makes me laugh every time.</p>
<p>So, what is the &#8220;it&#8221; that makes a brand stand out? What gets your attention? Is it the larger-than-life exhibits, the creative campaigns, the delicious food, the fun events, nice agency and brand representatives, the swag? Probably a little of all or something in particular for each brand. For #gotmilk, it was a mixture of being in the right place, having the right props, and having the right blogger on their team. I&#8217;ve heard people talking about it all month.</p>
<blockquote><p>What have been some of your favorite conference sponsors and why?</p></blockquote>
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		<title>Breakfast: How To Make Light and Fluffy Pancakes</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jen Tilley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<div><a rel="attachment wp-att-26494" href="http://momitforward.com/breakfast-how-to-make-light-and-fluffy-pancakes/chocolate-chip-pancakes"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-26494" title="Chocolate Chip Pancakes" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Chocolate-Chip-Pancakes.jpg" alt="" width="266" height="400" /></a>Whether  you make pancakes from scratch or from the box, they are relatively easy  to prepare. Up until last year, I always reached for my trusty box of  Bisquick, mixed all of the necessary ingredients, and got to work mixing &#8230;</div>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><a rel="attachment wp-att-26494" href="http://momitforward.com/breakfast-how-to-make-light-and-fluffy-pancakes/chocolate-chip-pancakes"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-26494" title="Chocolate Chip Pancakes" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Chocolate-Chip-Pancakes.jpg" alt="" width="266" height="400" /></a>Whether  you make pancakes from scratch or from the box, they are relatively easy  to prepare. Up until last year, I always reached for my trusty box of  Bisquick, mixed all of the necessary ingredients, and got to work mixing and flipping the pancakes. One time I went to reach for the box when all of a sudden it dawned on me and I thought, &#8220;I can make these from scratch.&#8221;</div>
<p></br></p>
<div>I  researched a few pancake recipes and then tried my hand at making  them&#8230;and voila! That&#8217;s when I fell in love with making pancakes from  scratch and it&#8217;s a good thing I did because my husband fell head over  heels in love with pancakes from scratch. Since then, I&#8217;ve been creating  all sorts of pancake recipes on weekend mornings. I&#8217;ve made everything  from <a href="http://www.howto-simplify.com/2010/10/pumpkin-pancakes.html">Pumpkin Pancakes</a>, <a href="http://www.howto-simplify.com/2010/11/blueberry-pancakes.html">Blueberry Pancakes</a>, <a href="http://www.howto-simplify.com/2011/03/chocolate-chip-pancakes.html">Chocolate Chip Pancakes</a>, and everything in between. Coming from a lover of French toast, that&#8217;s saying a lot.</div>
<p></br></p>
<div>When  making pancakes from scratch, all you need are a few simple staple  ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry and  refrigerator: flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, milk, egg, butter and  your favorite goodie to fold into the batter right before pouring it  onto a hot griddle.</div>
<div>
<h2><strong>Recipe for Homemade Pancakes</strong></h2>
</div>
<h3><strong>Ingredients:</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour</li>
<li>3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder</li>
<li>1 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>1 tablespoon sugar</li>
<li>1 1/4 cups milk</li>
<li>1 egg</li>
<li>3 tablespoons butter, melted</li>
<li>Flavor ingredient (optional)</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Directions:</strong></h3>
<ol>
<li>In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.</li>
<li>In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg and melted butter.</li>
<li>Mix the dry and wet ingredients together and whisk until incorporated.</li>
<li>Fold in flavor ingredient (optional).</li>
<li>Warm a greased griddle or frying pan over medium heat.</li>
<li>Pour  the batter onto the warm and greased griddle and brown on both  sides.  Rule of thumb: Once the pancake begins to bubble around the  edge it&#8217;s  ready to flip.</li>
</ol>
<h2><strong>Tips for Making Light and Fluffy Pancakes</strong></h2>
<p>Making pancakes from scratch is as simple as that. There  are few items to keep in mind when trying to create light and fluffy  pancakes:</p>
<ol>
<li>Measure ingredients carefully.</li>
<li>Do not overbeat the batter.</li>
<li>Grease the griddle or pan and don&#8217;t add batter until it is nice and warm.</li>
<li>Use a laddle, measuring cup or ice cream scooper to ensure consistent-sized pancakes.</li>
<li>Cook the pancakes until the edges start to bubble on the uncooked surface and then flip.</li>
<li>Use a spatula to flip the pancakes and make sure that the spatula head is wide enough for an accurate flip.</li>
<li>Serve the pancakes warm with softened butter and warmed syrup.</li>
</ol>
<blockquote><p>What is your favorite breakfast food? What type of pancake do you love most?</p></blockquote>
<p><em><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-13899" title="Jen Tilley" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Jen-Tilley.jpg" alt="" width="82" height="98" />Jen Tilley has an insatiable appetite for all things related to baking and cooking. She is the author, photographer and recipe developer on How To: Simplify, a blog that shares tips, tricks and recipes to simplify life in the kitchen. She enjoys sharing recipes that require very few ingredients and only a small amount of prep and cook time, all of which make time spent in the kitchen simple and enjoyable. Find her online at </em><a href="http://www.howto-simplify.com/"><em>How To: Simplify</em></a><em> and </em><a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/howtosimplify"><em>@HowToSimplify</em></a><em>.</em></p>
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		<title>Aveda Summer Solutions Hair and Skin Care Giveaway</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jyl Johnson Pattee</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Two weeks ago, I went to sunny Seattle. Yes! I said sunny. Why? Because I&#8217;ve been there 15 times and it has pretty much been sunny every time I&#8217;ve visited. I&#8217;ve seen sun in all four seasons. And when I &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Two weeks ago, I went to sunny Seattle. Yes! I said sunny. Why? Because I&#8217;ve been there 15 times and it has pretty much been sunny every time I&#8217;ve visited. I&#8217;ve seen sun in all four seasons. And when I last went, the sun came out just for me, I&#8217;d like to think, after 173 straight days of rain.</p>
<p>Everyone seems to be happy when it&#8217;s sunny in Seattle, I&#8217;ve found. And what made my trip even happier was a fun <a href="http://aveda.com">Aveda</a> event I attended with my fave Seattle peeps, where they treated us to hand treatments, makeovers, and hair styles, using the <a href="http://www.aveda.com/templates/products2/mpp.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY9596&amp;PRODCAT_ID=CATEGORY24629">Aveda Summer Solutions product line</a>, including my fave, <a href="http://www.aveda.com/product/CATEGORY24629/PROD14841/Favorites/Summer_Solutions/index.tmpl">Sun Care Hair and Body Cleanser</a>—perfect for getting rid of the chlorine.</p>
<p><a href="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0211.jpg"><img class="alignright" title="Aveda-Hair Care-Shampoo-Conditioner-Skin Care" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0211-685x1024.jpg" alt="" width="383" height="574" /></a>Sound heavenly? <strong>Then head on over to your local Aveda store, mention the secret word “11Summer” and receive a free Aveda sample.</strong></p>
<p>For a chance to win Aveda products, check out this giveaway.</p>
<h2>Prize</h2>
<p>One lucky winner will receive:</p>
<ul>
<li>One (1) 8.5 fl oz Damage Remedy™ Restructuring Shampoo (USD $24)</li>
<li>One (1) 6.7 fl oz Damage Remedy™ Restructuring Conditioner (USD $24)</li>
<li>One (1) 3.4 fl oz. Damage Remedy™ Daily Hair Repair (USD $24)</li>
</ul>
<p>That’s a $72 value!</p>
<h2><strong>Entry Requirements</strong></h2>
<p>For a chance to enter and win, complete the following requirements and leave a separate comment for each, including a link to your original tweet. (You can access it by clicking the time stamp on your tweet and grabbing the link from the URL bar. Comments not including the URL to their original tweet will not be considered.)</p>
<ul>
<li>Visit the website (<a href="http://www.aveda.com/video/" target="_blank">Aveda.com/video</a>), watch a “How To” video, then come back to this post and leave a comment letting us know one thing you learned from the video.</li>
<li>Tweet the following: “I just learned how to ___________________ with @Aveda and couldn’t be more excited! #AvedaSS”</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Extra Entries</strong></h2>
<p>You will earn one extra entry (total of two) when you do the following:</p>
<ul>
<li>Like the <a href="http://facebook.com/momitforward">Mom It Forward Facebook page</a> for one extra entry: http://facebook.com/momitforward</li>
<li>Tweet the following: &#8220;RT @momitforward Giveaway! Enter 4 chance 2 win an @Aveda summer hair/skin care prize pack. http://bit.ly/jHfebH PLS RT&#8221;</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Terms and Conditions</strong></h2>
<p><em>Winners will be selected randomly through</em><em> </em><a href="http://random.org/" target="_blank"><em>http://random.org</em></a><em>. No purchase necessary to enter. Giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. ET Thursday, June 30, 2011. See all terms and conditions </em><a href="../sweepstake-terms-conditions"><em>here</em></a><em>. This giveaway is available to U.S. residents only.</em></p>
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		<title>Aunt Jemima and Aaron McCargo: Wednesday #gno Twitter Party on Mother’s Day Brunch</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2011 04:55:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jen Tilley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mother’s Day is just around the corner so it’s important to start planning how you are going to show one of the most important woman in your life, your love, affection, and appreciation. ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-21816" href="http://momitforward.com/aunt-jemima-and-aaron-mccargo-wednesday-gno-twitter-party-on-mothers-day-and-breakfast/istock_000005844211large"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-21816" title="iStock_000005844211Large" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/iStock_000005844211Large-e1303848386494.jpg" alt="" width="280" height="418" /></a>Mother’s Day is just around the corner so it’s important to start planning how you are going to show one of the most important woman in your life, your love, affection, and appreciation. Many people show their love through flowers, chocolates, jewelry, cute cards from the kids, or even a day at the spa. No matter what you do to celebrate the moms in your life, one thing is important…it’s Mother’s <em>Day</em>. So, start the day off right by fixing your mom a delicious breakfast!</p>
<p>Just in time to surprise your mom this year with a delicious and wholesome breakfast, Aaron McCargo, Jr., has teamed up with <a href="http://www.auntjemimafrozen.com/">Aunt Jemima Frozen Breakfast</a> to show America why breakfast is <em>the </em>most important — and delicious — meal of the day. Inspired at an early age by watching his own mom in the kitchen, Aaron McCargo, Jr., has since become one of Food Network’s fastest-rising stars and just released his <em>new</em> cookbook <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Simply-Done-Well-Aaron-McCargo/dp/0470615338"><em>Simply Done, Well Done</em></a>.</p>
<p>With the help of McCargo’s no fuss cooking techniques and use of simple ingredients and the iconic brand’s “just like homemade” products, even beginners will be whipping up tasty breakfast treats while spending less time in the kitchen and more time with mom!</p>
<h2><strong>Party Topic</strong></h2>
<p>Join representatives from <a href="http://www.auntjemimafrozen.com/">Aunt Jemima Frozen Breakfast</a>, Aaron McCargo, and our panel of experts as we discuss ideas and tips for a mom-worthy breakfast this Mother’s Day and ways to celebrate moms. The party will be held on Wednesday, May 4 from 9-11 ET (8CT, 7MT, 6PT). <a href="http://bit.ly/dOe3gX">Click here</a> to see details about the giveaway and enter for a chance to win.</p>
<h2><strong>Party Details</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>What:</strong> Girls’ Night Out (#gno) Twitter party (<a title="http://momitforward.com/about-2/gno" href="../about-2/gno">Click here</a> to learn about #gno!)</li>
<li><strong>When:</strong> Wednesday, May 4 from 9-11 p.m. EST      (8CT, 7 MT, &amp; 6 PT)</li>
<li><strong>Where:</strong> Party with us on our very own <a href="http://bit.ly/mml39u">Custom Tweetgrid</a>! (Use hashtags #gno and #pancakes)</li>
<li><strong>Topic:</strong> Ideas and tips for a mom-worthy breakfast this Mother’s Day and ways to celebrate moms</li>
<li><strong>Who:</strong> Brand Panelists: <a href="http://twitter.com/LiveFromTheLine">@LiveFromTheLine</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/ChefMcCargo">@ChefMcCargo</a><span style="font-family: Calibri,Verdana,Helvetica,Arial;"> </span><a href="http://twitter.com/SpruceTV">@SpruceTV</a>, Community Panelists: <a href="http://twitter.com/fujimama">@fujimama</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/howtosimplify">@HowToSimplify</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/creativculinary">@creativculinary</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/phemom">@PheMom</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/flavias_flavors">@Flavias_Flavors</a>, Moderators: <a href="http://twitter.com/jylmomIF">@jylmomIF</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/dadventurous">@Dadventurous</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/troypattee">@troypattee</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@MomItForward</a></li>
<li><strong>Party Favors:</strong> <a href="http://bit.ly/dOe3gX">Click here</a> to enter the giveaway</li>
<li><strong>RSVP:</strong> Use Mr. Linky below (enter the twitter URL and your twitter ID (e.g., <a href="http://twitter.com/jylmomIF">http://twitter.com/jylmomIF</a>).</li>
</ul>
<blockquote><p><strong>RT </strong><a href="http://twitter.com/MomItForward"><strong>@MomItForward</strong></a> <strong>Join <a href="http://twitter.com/LiveFromTheLine">@LiveFromTheLine</a> #gno Twitter party 5/4 (9-11 ET) about Mother&#8217;s Day &amp; brkfast <a href="http://bit.ly/hpANz3 ">http://bit.ly/hpANz3</a> #pancakes PLS RT</strong></p></blockquote>
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<em>Note: Mom It Forward accepts paid sponsorships for most #gno Twitter parties. During the parties, brand sponsors provide tips, techniques, expert advice, and information on party topics. Mom It Forward is grateful for the giveaway prizes, coupons, and discounts that sponsors also provide to the Mom It Forward community in conjunction with #gno Twitter parties.</em></p>
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		<title>Aunt Jemima and Aaron McCargo Giveaway: Win Brunch Basket (10 Winners)</title>
		<link>http://momitforward.com/aunt-jemima-and-aaron-mccargo-giveaway-win-gourmet-brunch-basket-10-winners</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2011 04:45:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jen Tilley</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[giveaways!]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-21932" href="http://momitforward.com/aunt-jemima-and-aaron-mccargo-giveaway-win-gourmet-brunch-basket-10-winners/9780470615331-pdf-2"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-21932" title="9780470615331.pdf" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Aaron-McCargo-Jacket1.jpg" alt="" width="288" height="372" /></a>What are some of your favorite memories of time spent with your mom? For Aaron McCargo, it was helping out his mom in the kitchen. Aaron McCargo, Jr. was the winner of season four of <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/the-next-food-network-star/index.html"><em>The Next Food Network Star</em></a>&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-21932" href="http://momitforward.com/aunt-jemima-and-aaron-mccargo-giveaway-win-gourmet-brunch-basket-10-winners/9780470615331-pdf-2"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-21932" title="9780470615331.pdf" src="http://momitforward.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Aaron-McCargo-Jacket1.jpg" alt="" width="288" height="372" /></a>What are some of your favorite memories of time spent with your mom? For Aaron McCargo, it was helping out his mom in the kitchen. Aaron McCargo, Jr. was the winner of season four of <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/the-next-food-network-star/index.html"><em>The Next Food Network Star</em></a> and currently stars on <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/big-daddys-house/index.html"><em>Big Daddy’s House</em></a><em> </em>on <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/">Food Network</a>. According to McCargo, “I have been fascinated by cooking for as long as I can remember. My mother tells me I started to ‘help’ in the kitchen when I was very young.”</p>
<p>In his new book, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Simply-Done-Well-Aaron-McCargo/dp/0470615338"><em>Simply Done, Well Done</em></a>, he shares 120 of the fun, family-friendly recipes that have made him a rising star. From hearty comfort foods to classic barbecue favorites to radically delicious desserts, McCargo whips up mouthwatering dishes inspired by family, friends, and good times shared over great food.</p>
<p>Recently, he has partnered with <a href="http://www.auntjemimafrozen.com/">Aunt Jemima Frozen Breakfast</a> and they are both on a mission to prove why breakfast is <em>the </em>most important — and delicious — meal of the day. During the #gno Twitter party, McCargo will share some of his ideas and tips for a mom-worthy breakfast this Mother’s Day, including tasty breakfast recipes that will require less time in the kitchen and more time with Mom!</p>
<h2><strong>The Prize</strong></h2>
<p>This week&#8217;s giveaway is all about sharing ideas and tips for a mom-worthy breakfast this Mother’s Day and ways to celebrate moms. 10 Winners will receive a copy of <em><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Simply-Done-Well-Aaron-McCargo/dp/0470615338"><em>Simply Done, Well Done</em></a></em>, a sampling or Aaron’s new spices, and coupons for Aunt Jemima frozen breakfast products! (ARV: $30)</p>
<h2><strong>Entry Requirements</strong></h2>
<p>For a chance to enter and win, please complete the following requirements and leave a separate comment for each on this post, including links to your original tweets.</p>
<ol>
<li>Follow <a href="http://twitter.com/livefromtheline">@LiveFromTheLine</a> on Twitter.</li>
<li>Answer the following question in      the comment section below: How do you plan on celebrating Mother’s Day?</li>
<li>Tweet the following:</li>
</ol>
<ul>
<li>RT <a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@MomItForward</a> Brkfst is most important meal of the day! @LiveFromTheLine has great options! <a href="http://bit.ly/dOe3gX">http://bit.ly/dOe3gX</a> #gno #pancakes PLS RT</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>RT<strong> </strong><a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@MomItForward</a><strong> </strong>GIVEAWAY! Enter 4 chance 2 win Gourmet Brunch Basket (ARV: $30 and 10 Winners) <a href="http://bit.ly/dOe3gX">http://bit.ly/dOe3gX </a>#gno #pancakes PLS RT</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Optional Entries</strong></h2>
<p>The following are extra entries that are completely optional and will earn you one extra entry for each completed item. Leave a separate comment on this post for each completed optional entry.</p>
<ul>
<li>Follow <a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@momitforward</a> on      Twitter.</li>
<li>Follow <a href="http://twitter.com/sprucetv">@SpruceTv</a> on Twitter.</li>
<li>Follow <a href="http://twitter.com/ChefMcCargo">@Aaron      McCargo</a> on Twitter.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Like Mom It      Forward on Facebook:      <a href="http://facebook.com/momitforward" target="_blank">http://facebook.com/momitforward</a>.</li>
<li>Like SpruceTV on      Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SpruceTV">http://www.facebook.com/SpruceTV</a>.</li>
<li>Like Chef      McCargo on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ChefMcCargoJr">http://www.facebook.com/ChefMcCargoJr</a>.</li>
</ul>
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<p><em>Winners will be selected randomly through</em><em> </em><a href="http://random.org/" target="_blank"><em>http://random.org</em></a><em>. No purchase necessary to enter. Giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. ET Thursday, May 5. See all terms and conditions </em><a href="../sweepstake-terms-conditions"><em>here</em></a><em>. This giveaway is available to U.S. residents only.</em></p>
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		<title>General Mills Big G Cereals: Tuesday #gno Twitter Party on Retro Breakfast Memories</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Feb 2011 01:46:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jen Tilley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you enjoy it in a bowl with milk or use it to bake tasty treats, cereal has been a staple in kitchen cupboards across America. So many different varieties of cereal have been introduced throughout the years and can &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you enjoy it in a bowl with milk or use it to bake tasty treats, cereal has been a staple in kitchen cupboards across America. So many different varieties of cereal have been introduced throughout the years and can still be found on store shelves. These brands have been a part of our popular culture for decades and some have even shared their debuts with notable and historical events!</p>
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<p>Let’s play a little trivia game…</p>
<ul>
<li>What cereal was first placed on the shelves when black-and-white portable TV sets hit the market? Hint: The character is a bee.</li>
<li>What cereal hit the shelves when Mattel’s <em>Hot Wheels</em> were first introduced? Hint: The character is a happy-go-lucky rabbit.</li>
<li>This cereal was first introduced when Apple Macintosh made its debut. What cereal is this? Hint: Men in chef hats cover the box of this cereal.</li>
<li>What cereal made its debut when Barbie turned 30 years old? Hint: If you eat these, you’ll be lucky all day.</li>
</ul>
<p>If you guessed Cheerios<sup>®</sup>, Trix<sup>®</sup>, Cinnamon Toast Crunch<sup>®</sup> and Lucky Charms<sup>®</sup> in that order, then you are right on all of the questions. These cereals have been around for decades and over the years the designs on the boxes have changed to keep up with the times. To take cereal back to the good ‘ole days, <a href="http://www.grocerysavvy.com/">General Mills Big G</a> is featuring fun “Retro” package designs, vintage cartoons and promotions from the 50s, 60s and 80s. Retro versions of Honey Nut Cheerios®, Cheerios®, Cinnamon Toast Crunch®, Lucky Charms® and Trix® are available at Target stores while supplies last.</p>
<h2><strong>Party Topic</strong></h2>
<p>Join <a href="http://www.grocerysavvy.com/">General Mills</a> and our panel of experts as we discuss Retro Breakfast Memories. The party will be held on Tuesday, March 1 from 9-11 ET (8CT, 7MT, 6PT). <a href="http://bit.ly/eais2y">Click here</a> for a chance to enter the General Mills Big G Cereals Giveaway.</p>
<h2><strong>Party Details</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>What:</strong> Girls’ Night Out (#gno) Twitter party (<a title="http://momitforward.com/about-2/gno" href="../about-2/gno">Click here</a> to learn about #gno!)</li>
<li><strong>When: </strong>Tuesday, March 1 from 9-11 p.m. EST      (8CT, 7 MT, &amp; 6 PT)</li>
<li><strong>Where:</strong> Party with us on our very own <a href="http://bit.ly/hUfmA5">Custom Tweetgrid</a>! (Use hashtags #gno and #RetroBigG)</li>
<li><strong>Topic:</strong> Retro Breakfast Memories</li>
<li><strong>Who:</strong> Brand Panelists: <a href="http://twitter.com/BigGRetro">@BigGRetro</a>, Community Panelists: <a href="http://twitter.com/howtosimplify">@HowToSimplify</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/craftymamaof4">@craftymamaof4</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/cookincanuck">@cookincanuck</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/bigguysmama">@bigguysmama</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/vinoluci">@VinoLuci</a>, Moderators: <a href="http://twitter.com/jylmomIF">@jylmomIF</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/dadventurous">@Dadventurous</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/troypattee">@troypattee</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@MomItForward</a></li>
<li><strong>Party Favors:</strong> <a href="http://bit.ly/eais2y">Click here</a> for a chance to enter the General Mills Big G Cereals Giveaway.</li>
<li><strong>RSVP:</strong> Use Mr. Linky below (enter the twitter URL and your twitter ID (e.g., <a href="http://twitter.com/jylmomIF">http://twitter.com/jylmomIF</a>).</li>
</ul>
<blockquote><p><strong>RT </strong><a href="http://twitter.com/MomItForward"><strong>@MomItForward</strong></a><strong> Join the <a href="http://twitter.com/BigGRetro">@BigGRetro</a> #gno party Tue 3/1 (9-11 ET) 2 chat retro breakfast memories <a href="http://bit.ly/eibaKQ">http://bit.ly/eibaKQ</a> #RetroBigG PLS RT </strong></p></blockquote>
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		<title>Quaker: Tuesday #gno Twitter Party on Heart Health Awareness</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2011 05:30:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jen Tilley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Did your mom ever tell you that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Did you ever moan and groan as you tried to stuff bite after bite of breakfast into your mouth? Well, she was right and I bet many of you are now telling your children this little fact. Eating a good and healthy breakfast sets the tone for the rest of the day and helps get you started off on the right foot.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Did your mom ever tell you that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Did you ever moan and groan as you tried to stuff bite after bite of breakfast into your mouth? Well, she was right and I bet many of you are now telling your children this little fact. Eating a good and healthy breakfast sets the tone for the rest of the day and helps get you started off on the right foot.</p>
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<p>It can be hard to think about breakfast during the morning rush, but preparing a heart healthy meal can be as quick and easy as a bowl of whole grain Quaker oatmeal. No matter your age, following the three E’s – eating right, exercise and education—are key steps to taking care of your heart.</p>
<p>You’re never too young to start taking care of your heart and you’re never too old to be amazing. Quaker wants to help Americans understand that being amazing starts with taking care of your heart. During the month of February, in recognition of American Heart Month, Quaker is donating $1 to the American Heart Association for each of Quaker’s current Facebook fans as of February 1st and each new person who “likes” the Quaker Facebook page during the month of February (up to $250,000). These dollars will benefit the AHA&#8217;s new program My Heart. My Life., which helps bring healthy cooking curriculums to afterschool organizations across the country. In addition, Quaker will donate $1, up to $125,000, for each new Facebook “like.” Visit <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Quaker?v=app_143197372404965">www.Facebook.com/Quaker</a> to find out how healthy your heart is using the Everyday Health Healthy-Heart Checkup Quiz, plus get recipes and expert tips to help you make the best nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle choices.</p>
<h2><strong>Party Topic</strong></h2>
<p>Join <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Quaker?v=app_143197372404965">Quaker</a> and our panel of experts as we discuss Heart Health Awareness. The party will be held on Tuesday, February 8 from 9-11 ET (8CT, 7MT, 6PT). <a href="http://bit.ly/hIGzpM">Click here</a> to see details about the giveaway and enter for a chance to win.</p>
<h2><strong>Party Details</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>What:</strong> Girls’ Night Out (#gno) Twitter party (<a title="http://momitforward.com/about-2/gno" href="../about-2/gno">Click here</a> to learn about #gno!)</li>
<li><strong>When: </strong>Tuesday, Ferbuary 8 from 9-11 p.m. EST      (8CT, 7 MT, &amp; 6 PT)</li>
<li><strong>Where:</strong> Party with us on our very own <a href="http://bit.ly/g5wtwu ">Custom Tweetgrid</a>! (Use hashtags #gno and #Quaker)</li>
<li><strong>Topic:</strong> Heart Health Awareness</li>
<li><strong>Who:</strong> Brand Panelist: <a href="http://twitter.com/quakeroats">@QuakerOats</a>, Community Panelists: <a href="http://twitter.com/tidymom">@Tidymom</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/dineanddish">@DineandDish</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/twopeasandpod">@TwoPeasandPod</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/carissarogers">@CarissaRogers</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/foodformyfamily">@FoodforMyFamily</a>, Moderators: <a href="http://twitter.com/jylmomIF">@jylmomIF</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/dadventurous">@Dadventurous</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/troypattee">@troypattee</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/momitforward">@MomItForward</a></li>
<li><strong>Party Favors:</strong> <a href="http://bit.ly/hIGzpM">Click here</a> to enter the giveaway</li>
<li><strong>RSVP:</strong> Use Mr. Linky below (enter the twitter URL and your twitter ID (e.g., <a href="http://twitter.com/jylmomIF">http://twitter.com/jylmomIF</a>).</li>
</ul>
<blockquote><p><strong>RT </strong><a href="http://twitter.com/MomItForward"><strong>@MomItForward</strong></a><strong> Join the <a href="http://twitter.com/quakeroats">@QuakerOats</a> #gno party Tue 2/8 (9-11 ET) 2 chat Heart Health <a href="http://bit.ly/dYY7jE">http://bit.ly/dYY7jE</a> #Quaker PLS R T </strong></p></blockquote>
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