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The Stratford Apothecary Review and Giveaway

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***GIVEAWAY CLOSED***

Recently I announced that to my extreme excitement, I would be partnering up with The Stratford Apothecary to bring you monthly reviews and giveaways of their fantastic products! Well, this is my second month with them and I am happy to bring you yet another review and giveaway.

I have a love for things that help my skin. In case you haven't noticed, this blog is full of products that are for your face, hands and skin in general. When you are a mom, you look forward to little things that make your life happier and more relaxed. Well, todays spotlighted product from The Stratford Apothecary is sure to make you one happy momma...I guarantee it!
The Stratford Apothecary is a company that offers items for you, your home and your family. My favorite part about this company is that the products are grouped into different "destinations" featuring products that are themed to match the particular destination. Today's product comes from the Back to Home and Hearth category and it is VERY nice.
For this review, I was sent the Cucumber, Apple & Rice Bran Homemade Facial Mask. This facial mask is very clean and refreshing as it contains ingredients such as Olive Oil, Cocoa Butter, Cucumber, Apple and Rice Bran. These ingredients make this mineral Facial Mask very enriching. Using this Homemade Facial Mask twice a week can help draw out deep-down dirt and impurities without drying and damaging your skin. I think that of all our skin, our faces probably take the hardest of beatings...and deserve the best of care.

This Cucumber, Apple & Rice Bran Homemade Facial Mask is a greyish-white color and smells very organic. The texture is slightly grainy, but not like sand. You can really see the Rice Bran in the cream! I tried this Facial Mask last night before bed and it was VERY relaxing. It felt very cooling. I simply applied it to my face (avoiding my eyes and mouth) and then kept it on for 10 minutes. Then, while using a massage type of motion, I removed it with a warm, wet washcloth. My pores on my face get really dirty because of oily skin and the first thing I noticed after using this mask is that my pores were very clear. Also, my skin was noticably softer...which was nice.

This Facial Mask retails at $8.97 per jar...very reasonable!!!

So, in my opinion...this Cucumber, Apple & Rice Bran Facial Mask is wonderful! I love how my skin looked and felt after using it. This mask is soothing and cooling as well as very relaxing. I love how The Stratford Apothecary makes it sooo simple to indulge yourself without breaking the bank! I highly recommend this product to anyone looking to pamper themselves with something that is different, refreshing and organic.
The Stratford Apothecary has graciously offered to give away a Cucumber, Apple & Rice Bran Homemade Facial Mask to one of you! Here are your entry options...
Mandatory Entry:
Visit The Stratford Apothecary and tell me which destination suits you the best and why! You do not have to be a blogger to enter, but you must have a valid email where you can be reached should you win. If you do not leave an email address, it must be where I can easily find it. This giveaway is open to US residents and will end 3/21 at 11:59 pm EST. The winner will be chosen using random.org and will be notified by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond, or another winner will be selected.
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Extra Entries:
1. Become a GFC follower of My Opinion. Leave a comment to let me know that you did/ do. 3 entries, so 3 comments.

2. Follow me on Twitter. Leave a comment to let me know that you did/do. 1 entry

3. Tweet about this giveaway. Leave a comment with the link. 1 tweet per day. 1 comment per day.

4. Blog about this giveaway. Leave a comment with a link. 5 entries, so 5 comments.

5. Put my button on your blog, let me know where to find it (link and location). 5 entries, so 5 comments!

Disclaimer: I received no monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a Cucumber, Apple & Rice Bran Homemade Facial Mask for review purposes. All quotes are from The Stratford Apothecary website and email. All thoughts and opinions are mine.

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118 comments

  1. Linda KishMarch 4, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Seaside Portugal because the scents sound so inviting.

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  2. Linda KishMarch 4, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    I am a GFC follower
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  3. Linda KishMarch 4, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    I am a GFC follower
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  4. Linda KishMarch 4, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    I am a GFC follower
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  5. heathfamily7March 4, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    I'd love A Walk in the Country because nothing is quite as peaceful as a walk in the country!!
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    Tara

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  6. DarleneMarch 4, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    I would like a Trip to the Tropics - hot and sunny
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  7. DarleneMarch 4, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    I am a GFC follower of My Opinion
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  8. DarleneMarch 4, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I followed you on twitter and left massage
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  9. DarleneMarch 4, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    I tweeted and left a message about this giveaway
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  10. crystletellerdayMarch 5, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    a walk in the country cause i like nature crystletellerday@yahoo.com

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  11. stroker881March 5, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    On A Trip To The Tropics! Would love sunny weather at the moment!
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  12. stroker881March 5, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Follow via GFC!
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  13. julis55March 6, 2011 at 2:26 AM

    a walk in the country suits me best because i like nature

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  14. Michele P.March 6, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    definitely on a trip to the tropics because I love tropical smells, mango, coconut, papaya, etc... for my home and lotions.

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  15. Michele P.March 6, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    your GFC follower
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  16. Michele P.March 6, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    GFC follower #2
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  17. Michele P.March 6, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    GFC follower #3
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  18. ElliottMarch 6, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    A trip to the tropics because who doesn't love the ocean and warm weather! breezyinaz at gmail dot com

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  19. Kristy ThielMarch 7, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    what a great contest! I love a European tour because I think it would be a great getaway! thanks for hosting!

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  20. MisusedinnocenceMarch 7, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    The naturally European collection, all of the products look like things I would love!

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  21. MisusedinnocenceMarch 7, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    I follow on gfc.

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  22. DianeMarch 7, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    I went with the Country one because I love outdoors and then found out that line is free from PETROCHEMICALS, SULPHATES, GLYCOLS, PARABENS AND SYNTHETIC COLORS.

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  23. DianeMarch 7, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    I follow on twitter im @dwalline

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  24. MarijaMarch 7, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    A Walk in the Country sounds perfect for me! I love going for quiet country strolls- so relaxing.

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  25. MarijaMarch 7, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    following you on twitter @mrsclutterbuck

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  26. DianeMarch 7, 2011 at 4:48 PM

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  27. MarijaMarch 7, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    GFC follower 1

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  28. DianeMarch 7, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    GFC follower
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  29. MarijaMarch 7, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    GFC follower 2
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  30. DianeMarch 7, 2011 at 4:48 PM

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  31. MarijaMarch 7, 2011 at 4:48 PM

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  32. DianeMarch 7, 2011 at 4:49 PM

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  33. JynxxMarch 7, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    Home + hearth. Motherhood has definitely brought out the homebody in me. :)

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  34. JynxxMarch 7, 2011 at 11:55 PM

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  35. JynxxMarch 7, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    gfc #2
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  36. JynxxMarch 7, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    gfc #3
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  37. JynxxMarch 7, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    twitter follower
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  38. JynxxMarch 8, 2011 at 12:03 AM

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  39. calvadMarch 8, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    A jaunt to the seashore suits me best because the ocean is my favorite place to be. calvad at aol dot com

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  40. KTMarch 8, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    I would like a quiet stroll in the garden. WOW sounds nice right now.

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  41. vboackleMarch 11, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    i like the tropics because it is hot.

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  42. msrodeobratMarch 12, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    i think " a european tour"
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  43. monapeteMarch 13, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    The European collection

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  44. monapeteMarch 13, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    #1

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  45. monapeteMarch 13, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    #2

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  46. monapeteMarch 13, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    #3

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  47. monapeteMarch 13, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    follow you on twitter

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  48. monapeteMarch 13, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    tweeted

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  49. monapeteMarch 13, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    daily tweet

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  50. JynxxMarch 14, 2011 at 12:15 AM

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  51. monapeteMarch 14, 2011 at 5:54 PM

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  52. monapeteMarch 15, 2011 at 9:45 AM

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  53. monapeteMarch 16, 2011 at 9:05 AM

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  54. monapeteMarch 17, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    tweeted

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  55. RajeeMarch 18, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    love seaside portugal as love its scent

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  56. RajeeMarch 18, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    followed ur blog Pls follow my blog,

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  57. RajeeMarch 18, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    follow u on twitter

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  58. imaclutz89March 20, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Definitely Seaside Portugal because it sounds so delightful and peaceful.

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  59. imaclutz89March 20, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    1. Follower on GFC.

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    2. Follower on GFC.

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    3. Follower on GFC.

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  62. imaclutz89March 20, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    Follower on twitter. imaclutz89

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  63. imaclutz89March 20, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Tweeted.

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  64. jandsfox_143March 20, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Tropics!!!
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  65. ebkev@wowway.comMarch 20, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    Sand Dollar Island suits me the best... Sounds like aome place far away that I'd like to go to .

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  66. imaclutz89March 21, 2011 at 8:09 AM

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  67. SarahMarch 21, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Seaside Portugal because I love the beach and the Portuguese language and music

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  68. SarahMarch 21, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    GFC follower #1

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  69. SarahMarch 21, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    GFC follower #2

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  70. SarahMarch 21, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    GFC follower #3

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  71. tina reynoldsMarch 21, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    I think a trip to the tropics for me I love the sounds of the smell combinations thanks for the chance to win eaglesforjack@gmail.com

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  72. tina reynoldsMarch 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    i follow 1/3

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  73. tina reynoldsMarch 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    i follow 2/3

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  74. tina reynoldsMarch 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    i follow 3/3

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  75. ~*~lilshuga2001~*~March 21, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Trip to the Tropics - Love the weather!

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  76. ~*~lilshuga2001~*~March 21, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    gfc

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  77. ~*~lilshuga2001~*~March 21, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    gfc

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  78. ~*~lilshuga2001~*~March 21, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    gfc

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  79. susansmoaksMarch 21, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    seaside portugal because i belong seaside
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  80. SamMarch 21, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    on a european tour

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  81. SamMarch 21, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    I follow via GFC

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    (1)

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  82. SamMarch 21, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    I follow via GFC

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    (2)

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  83. SamMarch 21, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    I follow via GFC

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  84. Erin GMarch 21, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    A trip to the tropics because of the hot and sunny weather

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  85. Erin GMarch 21, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    GFC follower (greenup06) 1

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  86. Erin GMarch 21, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    GFC follower (greenup06) 2

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  87. Erin GMarch 21, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    GFC follower (greenup06) 3

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  88. TylerpantsMarch 21, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    A Jaunt To The Seashore sounds nice..I love the beach! tylerpants(at)gmail.com

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  89. TylerpantsMarch 21, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    I'm a GFC follower. tylerpants(at)gmail.com #1

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  90. TylerpantsMarch 21, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    I'm a GFC follower. tylerpants(at)gmail.com #2

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  91. TylerpantsMarch 21, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    I'm a GFC follower. tylerpants(at)gmail.com #3

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  92. JudyZMarch 21, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    I would love to go to Seaside Portugal because it looks so beautiful

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  93. JudyZMarch 21, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    I'm a twitter follower @potlicker26

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  94. JenniferMarch 21, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    On a European tour because I have always loved European history.
    mattandjen[at]gmail.com

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  95. JenniferMarch 21, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    I'm a GFC Follower. (Jennifer S) #1

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  96. JenniferMarch 21, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    I'm a GFC Follower. (Jennifer S) #2

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  97. JenniferMarch 21, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    I'm a GFC Follower. (Jennifer S) #3

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  98. JenniferMarch 21, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    I follow on Twitter. (redjen76)

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  99. GiannaMarch 21, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    A Walk in the Country because it sounds so nice.

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  100. GiannaMarch 21, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    I'm a GFC follower.

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  101. GiannaMarch 21, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    I'm a GFC follower. 2

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  102. GiannaMarch 21, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    I'm a GFC follower. 3

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  103. lilykMarch 21, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    A Quiet Stroll Through The Garden suits me best because I love flowers.

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  104. DonnaMarch 21, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    I like a Garden Walk. I love floral scents.
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  105. lilykMarch 21, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    I follow you on Google Friends Connect under the username lilyk. #1

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  106. DonnaMarch 21, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    I follow you on GFC.
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    2.I follow you on GFC.
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    3.I follow you on GFC.
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    I follow you on twitter(donnak4)
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  110. lilykMarch 21, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    I follow you on Google Friends Connect under the username lilyk. #2

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    I follow you on Google Friends Connect under the username lilyk. #3

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    I follow you on Twitter under the username likwan.

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  117. lilykMarch 21, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    I tweeted about the giveaway at http://twitter.com/likwan/status/50040656936189952.

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