What is your favorite holiday movie?

Its almost Thanksgiving, are you getting ready for all of the yummy foods? I am so looking forward to that and the fellowship with family. We usually start making plans for how Christmas will go, and the boys will be putting in their requests for the foods for our Christmas Eve tradition of finger foods and movie night. Our favorite move to watch is A Christmas Story (with Ralphie). We never tire of watching this.

But lets get back to Thanksgiving, after our bellies are full others will be getting their lists made to go hit the sales for Black Friday, me I am going to try and talk the hubs into heading the theater to go see "The Man Who Invented Christmas", which releases in theater>s November 22nd.

Film Synopsis: The Man Who Invented Christmas tells the magical journey that led to the creation of Ebenezer Scrooge (Christopher Plummer), Tiny Tim and other classic characters from A Christmas Carol. Directed by Bharat Nalluri (Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day), the film shows how Charles Dickens (Dan Stevens) mixed real life inspirations with his vivid imagination to conjure up unforgettable characters and a timeless tale, forever changing the holiday season into the celebration we know today.

Here is a little behind-the scenes Film Featurette:

I have a little Holiday Giveaway of beloved DVDs that feature the stars of our film. The giveaway includes a DVD combo-pack of the following movies:

The Sound of Music --  Beauty and the Beast -- A Christmas Carol
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The giveaway will be open through Black Friday (Nov 24th, 2017). I will do a random draw and post the winner of these DVD's on Saturday Nov. 25, 2017. To enter, just comment down below with what your favorite holiday movie is. Good luck, and don't forget to check out "The Man Who Invented Christmas" in theaters Nov. 22nd, 2017!

Race to Win

Another great movie coming out tomorrow on DVD! I love all the opportunities Grace Hill Media offers me. I have received a copy to giveaway to on of my lucky readers. So if you would like chance to win this copy, comment down below with any Valentine's Day plans. I will be drawing a winner this Friday Feb 17th, 2017. Once the winner is draw I will need the winner to email me their mailing address to jodisaladino@yahoo.com.

This is a heart-warming family movie celebrates love and the resiliency of the human spirit. It stars Luke Perry & Danielle Campbell. I enjoyed watching the movie over the weekend with the copy that they sent me in addition to the one that I am giving away.

A brief synopsis: "Hannah Rhodes (Campbell) is faced with the biggest decision of her life when she loses her father, Gentry Rhodes (Perry). After Gentry suffers an apparent heart-attack, the Rhodes family is left to pick up the pieces and continue running the horse ranch Gentry had worked his entire life to build. Meanwhile, a local resident claims Gentry owes him thousands of dollars which the family does not have. Hannah and her family quickly become overwhelmed with the financial crisis that is upon them and unsure how they will pay off the debt without having to sell the ranch. She must find the strength to face her fears and compete in the race of her life or her family will lose everything."

Enjoy the trailer:

A Dog's Purpose - giveaway

Is anyone else excited about this movie! I so enjoyed the viewing I was lucky enough to participate in last week. Such a cute movie! Dog's have a way of making a home in your heart. We had a little scare with our Lici over the weekend, and had to make a trip to the emergency vet as she was having some trouble breathing. Luckily she is back to her spunky little self!

A Dog's Purpose will be in theaters Jan. 27, 2017. I have a fun little giveaway for one of my lucky readers courtesy of Gracehill Media, its a $25 Fandango gift card that you can use. I will have this open from now until next Wednesday Feb. 1st, when I will pick a lucky winner. Just leave me a comment down below if you have any pets, whether it be a dog, cat, etc... and what they mean to you! Good luck!

A brief synopsis ~ Based on the beloved bestselling novel by W. Bruce Cameron, A DOG’S PURPOSE, is a sweet and lovable family film that shares the soulful and surprising story of one devoted dog (voiced by Josh Gad) who finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he teaches to laugh and love. Told from the perspective of “everybody’s best friend” the film highlights the importance of familial bonds, and the unconditional love we have for our best friends. The movie stars Dennis Quaid, Britt Robertson, K.J. Apa, and John Ortiz.

Enjoy the trailer, and be sure to get out there and see this on Jan. 27th.

Hillsong DVD winner.....

And the winner is.......

I only had one person reply, so the winner is Lauren. Congrats!!! Please email me you mailing info so I can get the DVD out to you. My email address is jodisaladino@yahoo.com.

I hope you enjoy the DVD as much as I do!!

Hillsong - Let Hope Rise

I am looking forward to the release of HILLSONG – LET HOPE RISE on Tuesday December 20th.. This is one of my favorite worship groups. One of my favorite songs is Oceans (Where Feet May Fail).



UNITED’s Taya Smith talks about the meaning of worship in this short clip

Enjoy this trailer:

With the release of the movie, I will have a DVD up for grabs. Comment down below with one of your favorite songs by Hillsong. I will draw a winner on Wednesday December 21st.

Happy Friday!!

Whew! We made it through another week! This is the last Friday of October 2016, where did the month go!?! Are you ready for November? My favorite month and time of year!! I love all the smells this time of year brings, as well as all of the color changes we have here in Michigan!

So what brings you here to my little corner of the blog world?? Would it be that you are here because you have watched my video over on youtube? Or have you just happened upon it? Whatever the reason, I am glad you are here! I am having a fun little giveaway, that I announced on my youtube channel, as a thank you for being a subscriber and hanging out with me a few times a week when I post a video. With this giveaway, I will have two lucky winners. The pictures below are the contents those 2 lucky winners will receive.

Now for the rules, not too many, just two:
1. Be a subscriber on my YT channel
2. Comment down below what your favorite food is that you must have on Thanksgiving.

I am leaving this open for one week, and will draw a winner via random.org, and will post it on my youtube channel next Friday, Nov. 4th. Good luck everyone!!

Hillsong

I am looking forward to the release of HILLSONG – LET HOPE RISE on Friday, September 16th. This is one of my favorite worship groups. One of my favorite songs is Oceans (where feet may fail).



UNITED’s Taya Smith talks about the meaning of worship in this short clip

Enjoy this trailer:

With the release of the movie, I will have a CD up for grabs, and possibly a couple of movie tickets. Comment down below with one of your favorite songs by Hillsong. I will draw a winner on Monday Sept. 19th.

Do you have a dream?

Do you have a dream or a goal, that you think it to big to achieve? Sometimes, you just have to keep on searching for ways to make those dreams and or goals come alive! I have always wanted to have my own yarn/cafe shop, and still do. I need to start working on the ways to make this happen. My biggest challenge right now is the financial aspect of this dream. I love to crochet, and have sold a few items over the years via word of mouth. But the thought of a cute little shop with my items, and lots of fun yarns just appeals to me. I would love for people to come in, browse, ask for pointers, or even offer classes all while they sip on a cup of coffee or tea.

I need to work on the obstacle of the financial aspect of this goal I have in my mind. One day I hope to say I have my own shop!!

With that said, I have teamed up with Grace Hill Media to help promote this awesome movie: "GREATER" which is an inspirational movie based on the life of Brandon Burlsworth that reminds us that any dream is possible. GREATER releases in theaters this August 26. Check out the clip below.



I have a $25 gift card to Walmart to help with any last minute Back to School shopping you need to do. Along with a couple of jerserys with Brandon's number/name on them. Is there a dream or goal you or your kids have. Leave a comment down below and I will pick a winner on Saturday August 27th. Just keep encouraging your kids to pursue their dreams!

The Conjuring 2 ~ and a giveaway

Who's up for a giveaway!?!?!? I have up for grabs a couple of t-shirts, a leather bound journal, two cups AND two free movie tickets to go see The Conjuring 2 that will be in theaters tomorrow June 10th. (the tickets are good from June 10th to July 7th at any participating theaters - not including and AMC theaters.) Even though the first movie scared the crap out of me, I am looking forward to going to see it with my hubby next weekend!

Synopsis
Based on a true story, THE CONJURING 2, recounts a haunting in London, England that plagued a single mother, Peggy (played by Frances O’Connor), and her four children, Margaret, Janet, Johnny, and Billy. The church sends world renowned paranormal investigators Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga) to investigate the authenticity of the haunting and help the family.

What begins as an investigation turns into a battle of good vs evil in which faith and scripture become the necessary tools to defeat a powerful entity. The Conjuring 2 is a story of overcoming fear and the power of God’s love and protection against evil.

The goodies for the giveaway:

This is going to be a quick turn around for the giveaway. I will draw a winner on Saturday June 11th, so I can get it mailed out to the lucky winner quickly due to the time frame on the movie passes. Comment down below with "enter me".

God's Not Dead 2

Are you as excited as I am for this movie?? I can hardly wait! I loved the first one and know I will like this one just as much. God’s Not Dead 2 is the sequel to the highest-grossing independent faith film of 2014. The film stars Melissa Joan Hart, Jesse Metcalfe, Sadie Robertson and veteran actors Ray Wise, Jon Lindstrom, and Ernie Hudson. The movie also includes special guest star Pat Boone and cameo performances from The Newsboys and Gov. Mike Huckabee.

What would you do if you shared your faith in Jesus Christ with someone? And it was deemed illegal? Would you be brave enough to take a stand in the public square knowing you could lose everything? God’s Not Dead 2 is about taking a stand. It’s about courage and faith, and will ask each and every one of us to reflect on if we would have the strength to fight for our right to share and express our beliefs no matter the cost?

Synopsis: From the college classroom of GOD'S NOT DEAD to the public square in GOD'S NOT DEAD 2, the name of Jesus is welcomed less and less with each passing day. If Christians don't take a stand today, will we even have a choice tomorrow? The film takes you back to Hope Springs, home to the University, but also Martin Luther King Jr. High School, where beloved teacher Grace Wesley teaches her passion, history. Her love of teaching, her love for her students, and her love of life all come from the same place: her love of Christ. When a student asks a question regarding Jesus in class, Grace's answer causes her to face an epic court case, that could expel God from the classroom.

Gov. Mike Huckabee endorsement, "A riveting story, brilliantly told, and one that is absolutely plausible as if it were taken from today's headlines. A must see for every believer!"

Here's a sneak preview of the story, which will be releasing April 1, 2016. Check out the website for more information: God's Not Dead 2


God's Not Dead 2: Official Trailer

God's Not Dead 2: Official Trailer #2

I am having a giveaway that I will draw a winner on Friday April 8th, 2016. In the giveaway I will have the following:

The book “Man, Myth, Messiah: Answering History’s Greatest Question” by Rice Broocks, bestselling author of God’s Not Dead writer.

· Postcard
· Mini-poster
· GND2 bag
· Pen


I will post a photo of the gift pack soon, just waiting on the arrival of it. So comment below and tell me if you will be going to see this movie this weekend, or in the days to come.

Good luck!

33 Giveaway

I was given the opportunity to have this giveaway for the movie "33" that will be out in theaters this Friday Nov. 13th. I can't wait to go see the movie. I have already told the hubby that this will incorporated into our weekend away this weekend.



For the giveaway I was given this cool black t-shirt (size large) that says Hope Runs Deep on the front, and then on the back "The 33" in Theaters November 13th, and a cute, little black flash light with "The 33" on it.



This is a real quick giveaway, that is open now until Thursday Nov. 12th. I will be drawing a winner on Friday Nov. 13th. All you have to do to enter is leave a comment down below saying whether or not you are going to see this movie. That's it!



Here is a video telling more about the movie:



From Alcon Entertainment and Warner Bros. comes this exciting and moving film based on the real-life event when a gold and copper mine collapses, trapping 33 miners underground for 69 days. Antonio Banderas and Lou Diamond Phillips star. In theaters Nov. 13.

And the winner is......

The winner of my Woodlawn goodies giveaway is Danielle! Contgrats! I will be in contact with your to get your mailing address.

Movie review and a Giveaway!

I was given the opportunity to view the movie Woodlawn before it is out in theaters. I have loved other movies that Pure Flix has made, and knew that I would enjoy this one just as much.

Here’s the quick synopsis: From Pure Flix (GOD’S NOT DEAD, DO YOU BELIEVE?), Roma Downey and Mark Burnett (THE BIBLE, SON OF GOD) and the Erwin Brothers (MOM’S NIGHT OUT, OCTOBER BABY) comes WOODLAWN, an exhilarating high school football drama and remarkable true story of how love and unity overcame racism and hate in early 1970s Birmingham, Alabama. Starring Academy Award winner Jon Voight, Sean Astin, Nic Bishop and newcomer Caleb Castille, WOODLAWN depicts the spiritual awakening that captured the hearts of a team and unified an entire city.

Enjoy the trailer:


I love how the players all come together to overcome the racial split. The meaning behind this movie, is something that I wish everyone could grasp! We all need to overcome the hate between races. I think the director, Andy Erwin says it best: “I’m passionate about the truth that the only way to overcome hate is by a greater law – and that’s love and forgiveness. And Jesus is the ultimate way to receive and give both love and forgiveness.”

These are the items I have for the giveaway. I was given two sets, one for myself and one to give away to on of my readers.



3 books and a t-shirt, which is a size XL.
WOODLAWN, by Todd Geralds, on which the movie is based

TOUCHDOWN TONY, by Tony Nathan, the autobiography of the superstar player on whose life the film is based.

WHEN GOD SHOWS UP, by Robert Noland, a 40-day devotional tied to the themes of the film.

I am already enjoying the 40 devotional, and my boys have already got their hands on the books, so once they are finished with them I will be reading them.

This is a family friendly movie that all will enjoy. Its out in theaters Oct. 16th, 2015. If you get the chance, go see this movie!!

Enter below. This giveaway is open until Tuesday, Oct. 20th, 2015. Good luck!!

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Movie review and a giveaway

I was given the opportunity to review a movie before it airs, and have a giveaway with some one-of-a-kind giveaway items. The movie is a Hallmark Movies & Mysteries; “Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Truth Be Told”, which premieres on Sunday, September 13 at 9pm ET/PT, 8C. Created, executive produced and written by "Touched By An Angel" Executive Producer Martha Williamson.

A video preview:



The cast:

Eric Mabius ... Oliver O'Toole
Kristin Booth ... Shane McInerney
Crystal Lowe ... Rita Haywith
Geoff Gustafson ... Norman Dorman
Guest starring: Gregory Harrison (“One Tree Hill,” “Trapper John M.D.”).

From Hallmark: The POstables are on a mission to deliver a soldier's letter from Afghanistan, while Oliver's estranged father surprises him with news that shakes him to the core.

I loved the movie, its a traditional Hallmark movie the will tug at your heart strings. While watching movies that are war related, I feel for the characters, but now that my son is in the military, I always view the movies different, as I put myself in their shoes. I found myself wanting to wrap my arms around the teenager and comfort her. As for Oliver, I too could relate as I found out late in life that I too had two fathers, so that touched me as well.

So if you are looking for a great family movie to watch on Sunday, tune in on Sunday night at 9 pm ET/PT, 8C; you won't be disappointed.

Now for the giveaway, the following is what's up for grabs. This giveaway will be open until noon Monday 9/14. I will then do a random draw of the winner. I will have a post up later on Monday announcing the winner. Comment below with "Enter me". That's it, so good luck!!



· A small silver picture frame that was given as a gift by Martha to the TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL CREW during the series’ production
· A vintage novel based on the series
· Classic TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL themed greeting cards that include a CD single of a song from the show
· And a TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL logo pen.

And the winner is......

The winner for the American Sniper DVD is:



Congrats, Juan! I have sent you an email.

There's still time

There is still time to get entered in my American Sniper giveaway.

American Sniper giveaway

My husband and I went and saw this on the big screen a few months ago and loved the movie. Such a powerful movie, and still blows me away as to how quiet everyone was once the movie ended and was walking out. The sacrifices these men and women make sometimes is heartbreaking! I now look at these war movies in a different light, with my son now in the military.



I have been given 3 DVD's, from Gracehill Media. One being a personal BluRay/DVD combo pack of the film for myself, one to give as a gift of thanks to a friend or relative or neighbor or complete stranger who is veteran - and a third to award to one of my readers. If you would rather purchase the DVD without entering, you can do so by going here to purchase your copy.

BLU-RAY AND DVD ELEMENTS

“American Sniper” Blu-ray Combo Pack & Two Disc DVD contains the following special features:

· One Soldier’s Story: The Journey of American Sniper - Join director Clint Eastwood and his creative team, along with Bradley Cooper and Sienna Miller, as they overcome enormous creative and logistic obstacles to make a film that brings the truth of Navy SEAL Chris Kyle's story to the screen.

· Making of American Sniper



From director Clint Eastwood comes “American Sniper,” arriving onto Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD on May 19 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, A Mad Chance Production, A 22nd & Indiana Production. “American Sniper” stars Bradley Cooper as Chris Kyle, whose skills as a sniper made him a hero on the battlefield. But there was much more to him than his skill as a sharpshooter.

A two-time Oscar® nominee for his work in “Silver Linings Playbook” and “American Hustle,” Cooper stars alongside Sienna Miller, Luke Grimes, Jake McDorman, Cory Hardrict, Kevin Lacz, Navid Negahban and Keir O’Donnell.

Oscar®-winning filmmaker Clint Eastwood (“Million Dollar Baby,” “Unforgiven”) directed “American Sniper” from a screenplay written by Jason Hall, based on the book by Chris Kyle, with Scott McEwen and Jim DeFelice. The autobiography was a runaway bestseller, spending 18 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, 13 of those at number one.

The film is produced by Eastwood, Robert Lorenz, Andrew Lazar, Bradley Cooper and Peter Morgan. Tim Moore, Jason Hall, Sheroum Kim, Steven Mnuchin and Bruce Berman served as executive producers.

“American Sniper” will be available on Blu-ray Combo Pack and includes the film in high definition on Blu-ray disc, a DVD, and a digital version of the movie in Digital HD with UltraViolet. Fans can also own “American Sniper” via purchase from digital retailers.

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will donate a portion of the proceeds across physical and digital sales to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). One dollar of each purchase will be donated up to $1,000,000 from April 21, 2015 through December 31, 2015, void in Alabama, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Mississippi and South Carolina. To get involved and learn more, visit http://www.woundedwarriorproject.com.

The mission of Wounded Warrior Project is to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. WWP’s purpose is to raise awareness and to enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members, to help injured servicemen and women aid and assist each other, and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs. WWP is a national, nonpartisan organization headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. To learn more about WWP’s life-saving programs and services, please visit http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/programs.

SYNOPSIS

From director Clint Eastwood comes “American Sniper,” starring Bradley Cooper as Chris Kyle, whose skills as a sniper made him a hero on the battlefield.

But there was much more to him than his skill as a sharpshooter.

Navy SEAL Chris Kyle is sent to Iraq with only one mission: to protect his brothers-in-arms. His pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield, and as stories of his courageous exploits spread, he earns the nickname “Legend.” However, his reputation is also growing behind enemy lines, putting a price on his head and making him a prime target of insurgents. He is also facing a different kind of battle on the home front: striving to be a good husband and father from halfway around the world.



Despite the danger, as well as the toll on his family at home, Chris serves through four harrowing tours of duty in Iraq, personifying the spirit of the SEAL creed to “leave no one behind.” But upon returning to his wife, Taya (Sienna Miller), and kids, Chris finds that it is the war he can’t leave behind.



For the giveaway, which is open from now until midnight May 18th, entry via the rafflecopter. I will draw one lucky winner on May 19th.

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Thanksgiving ~ my favorite holiday and a giveaway!

Fall! I love this time of year! The smells, the colors, breaking out the sweathers/sweatshirts. Just wish we had a fireplace so I could build a fire and cuddle with my sweetie!

In a few short weeks I get to make my most favorite meal of the year! Turkey with all the trimmings! I am drooling already! Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes/gravy, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, rolls, pumpkin pie, oh my! The next best thing to this meal is the next day, all the left overs! Yum!

And now for the giveaway! I came across this cute lil guy via, Petals to Picots blog and thought he would make a great Thanksgiving giveaway!

So if you want to have him grace your holiday table this Thanksgiving, here's what you have to do.

One entry commenting on this post, telling me what your favorite dish is for Thanksgiving.

One additional entry for liking my FB page, Knits ~n~ Purls ~n~ More

Three additional entries for sharing this post on your blog or FB, and them coming back and commenting where you shared it at.

This will give you 5 entries in total if you do all of the above. The giveaway ends Midnight Thursday, Nov. 13th, 2014. I will use the random number generator to pick the winner on Friday, Nov. 14th, and get it in the mail to the winner so you will get it before Thanksgiving!!