I didn't know until yesterday that September is National Preparedness Month, so forgive the tardy share of this important information. Keeping our kids safe is always top of mind in our family; it was one of the main reasons I chose to work at home, but they still attend public school and go to public events that I have no control over. I'm happy to partner with Save the Children.org and Mom Bloggers club today. For posting and sharing, I will receive two complimentary emergency go-bags as a thank you. 

• Every day, 69 million U.S. children are separated from their families while they are at school or child care.
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•  After Hurricane Katrina there were more than 5,000 reports of missing children.  It took 7 months to reunite the last child with her family. (Here is a video of one such family:  https://youtu.be/KJ64WmgT7Gk)
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• Your child’s ICE card should include 3 emergency contacts -- including an out-of-town contact, because during emergencies, local communications are often down.

Happy Friday! It is crazy hot still here in the south and it has been another busy week with my girls after school activities, so I thought it would be a perfect day for a giveaway to get us set for the weekend. And this cute little DVD, which I received a complimentary copy of, will have you ready for National Talk like a Pirate day On Monday, September 19th! My thanks to Sony Home Video who provided me with some of the materials I used in this Blog Post and giveaway. The opinions I share are my own. 

• 1 pound Roasted Red Pepper Sausage (or any bulk sausage flavor you like)
• 2 cups (8oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 can (8oz) Pillsbury Crescent dinner rolls (choose your favorite brand)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crushed

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with foil. Spray foil with cooking spray, set aside.
• Cook sausage on medium heat until just brown, drain and put in mixing bowl.
• Add cheese and rosemary to bowl and mix with hands or spoon.
• Unroll crescent dough onto floured work surface; coat each side of dough with flour.
• Cut dough into about ¼ -inch pieces with a pizza cutter or knife.
• Mix crescent dough pieces into bowl of sausage mixture in small amounts until well blended.
• Shape mixture into 40 inch sized balls. Place on pan.
• Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.

• Home décor shopping - (Hello, Pottery Barn!)
• Decorating - (Do you move her pillows when you visit? She needs this one, too!)
• Being crafty - (The attention to detail will have them admiring this pillow.)

Pretty Witty Never Quit Journal: “Perfect for jotting quick notes or logging the day's events, this softcover journal has metallic accents and a satin ribbon bookmark.” The aspirational yet optimistic quote on the cover reads “Never quit. Unless you hate it.” 

This journal is so cool and stylish, it is almost too perfect to mar by using it. But, writing in it is what your women friends will want to do if they are:

• Journal keepers - (Look at witty me, pointing out the obvious!)
• Students or teachers - (They are processing tons of information all day; help them get it down in style.)
• Organizers or list makers - (Raises and waggles hand fervently!) I do so LOVE a good list and a game plan! Oh, and the doodling I would do while talking on the phone? Yes!

Crafters & Co. Liquid Soap: “Give your skin a treat! Made with essential oils, these soaps are available in eight soothing scents and feel as fresh and comforting as they smell.” 

We received the Orange Amber scented hand soap and it smells like fall weather feels!  It smells and works fabulously!! Give this gift to your women friends who love:

• Gardening - (Got a deadheading friend? A digger of dirt? Then her hands deserve this soothing and fragrant hand soap!)
• Cooking - (Hello garlic and herbs, I’m looking at you and your tasty, yet odorific selves!)
• New mom - (She is going to be washing her hands a lot, like, all day and night! She’ll appreciate the little hug for her hands.)

Pretty Witty Keep Friends Close Framed Art: “Express your style and spunk at home or the office. This painted frame showcases the quote “Keep your friends close and your wine closer.” 

I’m not much of a wine drinker, unless a friend makes sangria, but I am a lover of a good quote and this lil’ frame has got a killer quote. Your women friends will love this if they:

• Wear green - (Fashionistas tend to decorate their homes and offices in colors they wear and this shade of green is on trend this fall.)
• Shares quotes and memes - (I see you, Instagram friends, smiling because I notice your efforts!)
• Drinks wine - (Again, I must point out the obvious gift recipient, for continuity in my witty post!)

Signature Greetings Pineapple Card: “This adorable embellished card is blank on the inside, leaving plenty of space to write a personalized note to a special friend! “ 

I have never met a woman who doesn’t love receiving a special card, especially if it’s got a heartfelt note written inside. I love the pineapple on the front because it’s the universal symbol for welcome or hospitality, making these cards a perfect gift for your women friends who are:

• The hostess with the mostest - (Her face popped in your mind when you read hostess, because she is the best at tailgates, parties and last minute anythings. Send her this card and watch her shine!)
• Realtors - (I can’t think of a better card for a realtor to leave on the kitchen counter with thanks for working with her, can you?)
• Techies - (Make that one friend who does EVERYTHING via her phone put it down and ponder the beauty of old school cool when you send her this card in the mail with a stamp!)

Now that I’ve got you thinking of all your different Fabulous Friends, why not take a chance and enter to win your very own #LoveHallmark Fabulous Friends collection? Entering is easy using the Rafflecopter form below.

If you are all set to make a purchase, which is fantastic of you and your take-action self -- head on over to Hallmark.com and shop away.  Be sure to get social on Facebook and Twitter, too to stay in the loop on sales and the latest collection of cards and gifts.

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One lucky reader will receive a five-piece Fabulous Friends collection set from Love, Hallmark -- containing one of each product mentioned in the post (your products may vary slightly from mine).

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