Looking For Guest Bloggers, Twitter Party Calendar Sponsors & Maintenence Help! Returning To The Work Force Full Time

Are you looking to get your feet wet blogging, but don't want to start your own blog just yet? Or are you a big Twitter Party participant and love the use of the Twitter Party Calendar Kathy's Calm To Chaos Life offers? I have some exciting news if you answered YES to one, the other, or both of the above questions!

Starting January 2nd I will be returning to the work force full time. After being laid off for 3 1/2 long years I finally had my dream job fall right into my lap thanks to a close personal friend! This opportunity was too good to be true and I am forever grateful to my friend for letting me know about this job and my new employer for giving me this once in a lifetime chance to do what I love around the things I love to be around. I will not be near any social media during the day from 5:30 am until about 3 pm (could be earlier could be later it all depends). So if you have any email questions please be patient with me until I can get to them to answer you back. 

Amazon - Norton Internet Security 2013 1 User3 PC 1 YR License $19.99

Did you get an awesome new PC under that tree? Amazon has an amazing offer going on right now you can purchase to either download or have the CD's shipped to you for Norton Internet Security 2013 - 1 User / 3 PC ! I personally just purchased this offer (ironically the keys on my subscription all expired today so this was great timing) This product normally costs $79.99 - you are saving 75%!!

Amazon: OtterBox Protective iPhone 5 Cases Up to 54% Off

OtterBox is the ONLY protective case I will use on any of my phones after having one on both my iPhone 4 and 4S. These cases have gone through the war with my phone and kept it safe from harm. If you were lucky enough to find a new iPhone 5 under your Christmas Tree or in your stocking yesterday why not protect it with a iPhone 5 OtterBox protective case. You can score one at up to 54% off (based on style chosen) and choose from  many different color combinations! If you're a prime member shipping is FREE! 

• Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging

• Port protection with complete access to all functions through case - blocks dust and debris from ports which lengthens the life of the device

• Compatible with iPhone 5 the case is a natural extension of the refined technical beauty of the device

• Robust, 3-layer protection, Easy installation, polycarbonate pieces lock together, silicone installs easily over polycarbonate and stays in place

• Screen protector fits flush and flat on the screen - protects from scratches and is barely noticeable

• Included belt clip holster - provides added protection when phone is face-in. Clips on a belt or pocket or in a bag for handy carrying.

Merry Christmas from Kathy's Calm To Chaos Life

To all my friends and followers and their families from Kathy's Calm To Chaos Life

MLBShop Score + ShopRunner + WRAPP + Ebates

I just scored a Yankees Women's My Crush Sleeveless Top by Majestic Athletic for $2.09 including shipping and now I'm going to show you how you can do the same! Here is the shirt, it's normal retail is $24.99

$24.99 Crush Sleeveless Shirt

-13.02 Current Sale priced at $11.97

-10.00 WRAPP app MLB Gift Card

0.00    Shipping with Shop Runner Membership

$0.09 Tax

$2.06 TOTAL DUE!

I also earned 5 cents cash back shopping through Ebates!

You can join Ebate for FREE here

You can join Shop Runner for a FREE 30 day Trial here

You can use the WRAPP app to send and receive FREE gift cards to your Facebook friends here

Thanks goes to Lisa at SweetiesFreebies, she posted this deal last month - I just decided to use it now!! 

image courtesy of MLBShop

Eukanuba 3D DentaDefense Offers Optimal Health Benefits For Your Dog! - REVIEW

Are you aware that only 10% of dog owners brush their dog's teeth on a regular basis? Are you within that 90% that doesn't? Dogs of all breeds and sizes can accumulate tartar build up on their teeth which can lead to teeth and health issues as early as the age of 3! Eukanuba has introduced a product that helps your canine companion with their dental issues. I strive to find the very best for my Zero. She deserves it! She shows me unconditional love with her singing and tail wagging and I in return need to show her the same back. Dogs aren't capable of telling us when something is wrong, so it's our duty to be an offensive dog owner and eliminate an issue from happening, rather than be a defensive dog owner and deal with an issue when it does. Teeth issues plague dog owners daily and Eukanuba and the 3-D DentaDefense now offer dog owners some assistance with their dog's teeth.

All Holiday Decor 33% Off Ends

Have you gotten all your Holiday decor put up or are you still on the hunt for those perfect items to decorate your home inside and out? We have had our tree up since a few days after Thanksgiving, this is a first for us, but now that all the decor is up I see spots within our home that could use something new or something old that needs to be replaced. mygofer.com is having a decor sale that pretty much covers your entire home both inside and out! Take advantage of their already low prices all while shopping from the comfort of your own home. Choose to have your items shipped right to your doorstep (even next day if you want) or pick them up in your local Kmart store, the choice is yours! See an item a friend or family member in another state would love to have? No problem, you can have that item shipped directly to them.


Deals for Tuesday 12/4 33% off Decor  + Free Shipping on Select Items or orders over $49

33% off Indoor Decor - snowglobes, figurines, stockings, stocking holders, and bows along with Trim A Home and Ty Pennington Style holiday items.
33% off Wreaths & Garland decorate your doors, railings, and mantles!
33% off Christmas Trees Looking for an artificial tree?
33% off Outdoor Decor airblown items, LED lit snowmen, deer, candy canes and even snowflake swans! Line a path for Santa with outdoor Christmas solar path lights. There are so many items available and at 33% off you can't go wrong!
33% of off Lights don't forget the lights! Lights lights and more lights for trees, windows, nativity scenes, the ideas of where or how you could add lights to your holiday decor is unlimited!

Verizon Wireless iPhone 4, 4S, and 5 Limited Time Offer! Plus Free Shipping

Looking to make a change in your cell service or already a Verizon Wireless customer looking to add a line? Verizon Wireless is now offering the  iPhone 5 only $199.99 for a limited time! Plus Free Shipping or the iPhone 4S 16GB only $49.99 for a limited time! Plus Free Shipping or the  Free iPHone 4 8GB while supplies last! Plus Free Shipping ! Don't miss out on this amazing deal to own one of these very popular smart phones all while being on the most reliable network out there.

Nikon CoolPix 16 MP S6300 Digital Camera $129 + FREE Shipping until 12/8

There are exactly 21 Shopping Days until Christmas! Every day until then I'm going to post a hot deal for the day! This deal might be for one day, week, or entire month of December.

Monday 12/3 Hot Deal - Digital Cameras offered by mygofer

Save $70 on the Nikon CoolPix Digital Camera S6300 for $129.99 + Free Shipping Regular priced at $199.


Product Details:

• Wide angle 10x optical Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens (25mm-250mm)
• High image quality attained with NIKKOR optics, 16.0 MP CMOS sensor and Nikon Expeed C2 image processing engine
• Optical VR Image Stabilization system minimizes the effect of camera shake for sharp, clear images
• 16.0 MP CMOS sensor, ideal for low light shooting and fast operation
• Record Full HD (1080p) Movies with stereo sound at the touch of a button, HDMI port built-in
• High-speed continuous shooting captures 7 shots in approximately one second at full resolution
• Special effects which can be selected prior to shooting includes Soft Focus, Sepia, High Key, Low Key, High Contrast Monochrome and Selective Color

Save on all digital cameras and Create Memories this Holiday and Save up to 35% on Digital Cameras + Free Shipping 12/2-12/8.

Wii U Giveaway Event Ends Dec 30th

Happy Thanksgiving From KCTCL to Your & Your Family

From Kathy's Calm To Chaos Life and ZERO we want to wish all of you a Happy Thanksgiving!!

Green Giant® Seasoned Steamers™ $1/1 Printable Coupon

Looking to add some variety to your Holiday dinner? Or maybe just something different for dinner. Why not try Green Giant® Seasoned Steamers™! Seasoned Steamers come in a variety of flavorful varieties, such as..

• Backyard Grilled Potatoes: roasted potatoes with peppers and onions
• Tuscan Seasoned Broccoli
• Mediterranean Blend of Potatoes, Zucchini and Carrots
• Brussels Sprouts with sea salt and cracked pepper
• Honey Dijon Carrots
• Honey Roasted Sweet Corn, with peppers

Print your $1 off 1 Green Giant® Seasoned Steamers™ by going here 

Cooking With Coca-Cola Sweepstakes

Cooking Club of America is hosting a Coca-Cola Sweepstakes and giving away a replica 1930's refrigerated chest! The entire prize pack is worth over $1000! How cool would it be to win this and have a piece of history in your house! But you can't win if you don't enter.

You can enter here

Make sure to go back daily and check your status to share on Facebook and Twitter to unlock entries for a $50 Target Card also!

Disclosure:I will receive entry credits by you clicking on my above link. If you wish to not use my referral link you can go to Cooking Club of America on Facebook and click on the Coca-Cola Tab to enter directly

iPad Mini Sweepstakes From WomanFreebies.com

The new iPad Mini is a hot product right about now and here is your chance to Win one. Womans Freebies is giving away an iPad Mini in their Sweepstakes. Head on over here and enter to win all while gaining access to the hottest freebies around! 

Famous Footwear Black Friday Coupon Print or Shop Online 11/22-11/25

Famous Footwear is at it again with bonus a coupon you can either print to use in stories or code to use online.

BLACK FRIDAY SAVINGS - Buy One, Get One 1/2 Off* + Extra 20% Off Your Entire Purchase

Famous Footwear has famous brands that are famously easy to shop. So the whole family wins. Victory is Yours. Share your shoe victories using #myvictory


Use GIVTHX12 or print your coupon to shop in-store, 11/22/12 through 11/25/12

Moissanite.Com Daily Giveaway Ends 11/19

Moissanite is giving away nice prizes daily until 11/19/12.

Enter daily here or by clicking on the Moissanite button ->>

Rules are here

Disclosure: This is a referral link and I will receive extra enteries if you enter through it. To enter without use of this link go to http://www.moissanite.com/sweepstakes

Dog Chow® Sweepstakes

Check out the Dog Chow Sweepstakes!!
Dog Chow® Sweepstakes

(By posting, I am receiving points from the Dog Chow® Family Points Program.)

Zero - Pumpkin Rider

Zero - Pumpkin Rider

(By posting, I am receiving points from the Dog Chow® Family Points Program.)

PetsMart, Walgreens, & Kmart Shopping Hauls 11/6-7

I wanted to share my shopping trips from the past few days. I've done really good using coupons, sales, shopping card rewards, and gift cards I've won to get some shopping done. Shopping after Halloween has paid off for decorations for next year and a costume for the Zero!!

Yesterday I went to PetsMart then Walgreens to finish off my shopping hauls with Kmart today!

Sears BOGO Womens and Kids Shoes Sale Goes Until 11/7

Winter is coming is and if you are in need of some new boots I have a great sale for you! Sears is having a sale on Womens and Kids shoes online. They are Buy One Get One! You can choose from boots to slippers! Use the pick up in store option to save on shipping. Make sure to use your Shop Your Way Rewards Card to gain points for your purchase or use points towards a purchase. My Mom's birthday is November 25th and she is in need of some new sneakers, so I am using this sale to get her birthday and one Christmas present covered! 

Offer Details - Offer valid 11/4/12 (12:00AM CST) - 11/7/12 (11:59PM CST). Discount offer applies to products Sold by Sears only and in the cart. Excludes Powered by Shoebuy, Athletics, Clearance, and Great Price. Offer not valid with other coupon offers.

Thanks goes to Sweeties Freebies for alerting me to this sale!

Historical Night For 2012 Elections

As I sat there watching NBC Coverage glued to the TV and just drawn in by everything Brian Williams had to say I thought to myself this isn't just any election night in America, but this is history in the making. The campaigns fought at times got dirty and nasty and people would debate among their friends, but that's what makes this country so amazing, the fact we are ALLOWED to speak our voice, debate or friends, argue with others! There are countries in this world that people would be jailed or even killed for speaking their minds, debating with one another, or even just an out spoken word that doesn't fit. We, indeed are the best country in the entire world - we are the UNITED STATES of AMERICA. I was one of those voters that four years ago I voted for Obama. Four years ago I watched history once again be made with the election of our first African American President. I was drawn in by just listening to Obama speak, he draws you in. His speeches were of promises that were to come. 

Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 2 Giveaway Ends 11/14

WomensForum.com is holding a Breaking Dawn Part 2 Giveaway!

Enter to win a Breaking Dawn Part 2 Prize Package that includes dinner and a movie for four and exciting Twilight merchandise! Refer your friends for more chances to win - for every friend you refer, you will receive an additional entry in the sweepstakes.


Prize: Four (4) movie tickets to Breaking Dawn Part 2
$400 for dinner for four (4)

Twilight Prize Package:
Breaking Dawn Part 2 Soundtrack $9.99 (Releases Nov 13)
Breaking Dawn Part 2 Movie Poster $6.99
Twilight Saga Four Pack DVD Set $39.99
The Twilight Saga Book Collection $53.30
Breaking Dawn Part 2 T-shirt $22.50


Dates: November 5 - November 14

Lock Up Your Love Virtually With Master Lock & Support American Heart Assoc.

Have you ever been on vacation and seen a bridge full of pad locks? I have and sometimes wondered what they symbolized, well now I know. Pad Locks have been placed on iconic bridges around the world for decades by sweethearts wishing to symbolize their love for one another. The locks symbolize strength and security that's why it's been used to show this heart felt gesture. But not every couple is able to travel to the iconic bridges around the world to attach a pad lock to it. Master Lock has created a resolution to this by creating a virtual Love Lock website. Master Love Lock allows people from around the world to virtually perform this wonderful heartfelt gesture towards whomever they wish all while benefiting the American Heart Association.

30 Days of FRIENDS Trivia Challenge & Limited Edition FRIENDS Giveaway

Warner Brothers is celebrating the release of the hit TV series FRIENDS:Complete Series Blu-Ray Box set with 30 Days of FRIENDS Trivia Challenge and exclusive weekly video clips from Mashup. Each day a new trivia question about FRIENDS will be released. Come back daily to test your FRIENDS trivia knowledge and collect badges through the entire month of November. To celebrate the complete series Blu-Ray release and the 30 days FRIENDS Trivia Challenge app Kathy's Calm To Chaos Life will be giving my followers a chance to WIN a Limited Edition FRIENDS Prize Pack that includes two over sized cappuccino mugs and a picture frame just like the one on Monica's door (this is exclusive to this FRIENDS giveaway)

Wii U Giveaway Event - November & December

Choice Your U Event

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Big thank you to our supporting co-hosts: A Medic's World, Raking In The Savings, Mommy Bear Media, Capri's Coupons, Monica's Rants, Raves & Reviews and CountingtoTen

Kmart Family & Friends Event Sunday 11/4 ONLY

I start thinking about my holiday shopping the second the clock strikes midnight and it's November 1st. I look forward to all the upcoming sales where I can get a jump on holiday gifts. I'm not one to do all of my shopping last minute on Christmas Eve, but it is a tradition to go shopping with my Mother ever year on that day, even if it's in a blizzard with three feet of snow predicted to fall. I've also run into quite a few friends also doing last minute shopping as well. Well this year I'm determined to get an early hop on my holiday shopping by taking advantage of early sales and deals. Getting my shopping done earlier than normal, will allow me to spend more time with friends and family at holiday parties and get togethers. 

I plan on starting my shopping with Kmart’s Family & Friends Event this Sunday November 4th. I'm sharing the event flyer with all of my followers so they too can print coupons valid for 10%  off already low prices. If you don't wish to shop in store you can head to the web address listed on their Family & Friends Event flyer to automatically attain a 10% discount upon checking out (address located at very bottom of flyer). Now that I have my coupon printed out, my next move is skimming through the Sunday sale ad to plan my shopping trip.

To view the Kmart Family & Friends Event Flyer, which has two printable coupons on it, simply go here. If you opt to rather shop from home while sipping your coffee, in your pj's, with fuzzy socks on then head to the web address listed on the above flyer to obtain your 10% discount upon checking out.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post through Mom Bloggers Club member program. All opinions expressed on this post are 100% my own.

HOT - $10 off $20 at Buca Di Peppo Printable Coupon

Do you have a Buca Di Peppo in your area? If not hurry on over and print this coupon for $10 off any order of $20 or more. Due to this high value this coupon will not last long. Buca has great food and using this offer can catch you quite a good deal on dinner. You can print your coupon here or click on the coupon below to print!

STILL AVAIABLE - FREE Carseat Canopy Offer Just Pay $12.90 Shipping

Escalate Network wants to give you a promo code for a free car seat canopy (a $49.95 value) at here


Click on "Shop Now", select any canopy you would like (be sure to go to their sizing page so you can get the right size carrier for you). Once you have selected your size, you will automatically be directed to the "shopping bag" where you can enter the promo code “ENBABY” This promo code will take off 100% of the canopy purchase and all you are required to pay are the shipping fees ($12.90) You can use the code more than once - you just have to open a new browser/window to do so. HURRY This offer won't last long!

Massive Beauty Sample Pack Giveaway

I receive a lot of sample products from all kinds of companies. The majority of the samples I receive are beauty related. I have decided to give all my loyal followers a chance to win a Beauty Sample Pack I have put together of sample items I have received and had multiples of!! If you are like me and love to try new products or get freebies in the mail then this giveaway is just for you. 

Pictured below is everything the giveaway winner will receive

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Image courtesy of digitalart / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

D-Link Camera An Hour Giveaway!

Here is your chance to win a D-Link Wireless N Cloud Camera! These are neat little cameras from what I've heard and could be great for keeping an eye on your home and pets while away or even as a Nanny Cam or Baby cam. Up to 40 winners per week and yes you can win more than once. There is no end date as this is an ongoing promotion from D-Link! The link below is my personal referral link to enter, once you enter you will get your own link to share with Facebook Twitter, or email!

You can enter here

Rules are here

Disclosure: I will receive an entry into this sweepstakes for every person who clicks through and enters through my link. 

Beauty and the Feast Flash Giveaway 10/29-11/1

Beauty and the Feast Flash Giveaway Oct 29-Nov. 1, 2012 Breast Cancer Awareness October Relay Dedicated to Our Lives

October has been a month of Breast Cancer Awareness. Having lost one of my favorite people to breast cancer, I know the importance of beauty. It begins on the inside and shines through--regardless of the trials. This giveaway is not only about personal beauty but decor and more.

Bedly offers a monthly subscription that offers interior decorating re-imagined. Subscribers take a brief (3-minute) survey to asses tastes, budget and needs and then each month, a decorator will personally pick a home décor item based on those preferences and send it in a Bedly Box. The items include accent pillows, wall art, decorative accessories, and much, much more. It's a convenient service for a mere $19.99 per month, including shipping! The service also offers exclusive benefits such as discounts at the Bedly store, tips from experts as well as access to contests and giveaways! This prize pack includes: an accent pillow, an owl doorstop, and a candle holder.

Celebrate Expressions offers inspirational jewelry, earth rugs, Maggie bags, grow bottles and more. Blessing rings are versatile charms that touch the heart. For your pocket, key chain or necklace. The Size of a quarter, Blessing Rings express individual poignant messages about all of life's biggest, unexpected and everyday moments. The Blessing Rings back is engraved with different inspirational and thought provoking terms of endearment. Individually hand crafted in pewter, the center is outlined with a symbol for a specific subject.

Celebrate Expressions is offering three winners one of these great pieces to bring awareness to breast cancer: "Belief Cuff", Hope Blessing Ring on Leather Bracelet and a Hope Key Chain.

NeoCell, a leader in the natural supplement and skin care industries. NeoCell develops nutricosmetics - nutritional supplements designed to enhance beauty - that are useful for skin, hair, nails and overall health. Products that are great for those who want to get a head start on looking and feeling their best. November is National Pomegranate Month and NeoCell is celebrating by offering Pomegranate from the Seed capsules to one lucky fan!  

In addition, NeoCell is extending a 3 Step Beauty System. This kit includes: Collagen Plus C Liposome Serum, The Collagen with Vitamins Herbal Beauty Mist and Neocell Advanced Hyaluronic Acid Lipsome Serum. These products are available on Amazon and on iHerb.

Fantastic Sams, one of the world’s largest full-service hair care franchises providing the same quality services as independent salons, but at a fraction of the cost, makes a great option for everyday hair care or holiday makeovers. Find a salon near you here. This prize pack includes: a $25 Gift Certificate, fantastic style™ Styling Mousse and fantastic repair ™ Color Protect Conditioning  Masque!

  

Tighten and tone in just 45 minutes! It Works Body Wraps, through independent consultant, Misty Reynolds, offers the Ultimate Body Applicator. Use to target specific areas and be assured it's all natural and safe. Just put it on an area that you would like to firm up, wait 45 minutes and you won't believe the difference.

Don’t let your makeup be the scariest part of your costume this Halloween! Real Techniques by Samantha Chapman is here to transform your Halloween or everyday look. Whether you want to look like Morticia Addams, Katniss from Hunger Games, Katy Perry, or just yourself – Samantha Chapman’s step-by-step tutorials on www.realtechniques.com will walk you through the tips and tricks of achieving the perfect costume look, helping you to look extra glamorous this Halloween! One lucky reader will win both the Real Techniques Eye Essentials Set and the Real Techniques Core Collection Set!

Sometimes we see beauty in a moment, a place, a person and we want to capture it and hold on to it forever. Capture the Rainbow offers camera holders that allow beauty even while your camera awaits action. They say to never put your camera away when you have little ones in the home. That way you never miss that opportunity to capture that special moment or milestone! This blue camera holder is elegantly embellished with "A good snapshot stops the moment from running away".

Thank you to all sponsors for supporting this monthly campaign against Breast Cancer. Against All Cancer.

Today's Prize BEAUTY

Thank you for being part of this giveaway event supporting Breast Cancer Awareness month of October. As part of our Campaign, we encourage you to make your monthly breast self-exams a priority in your life. The reason is simple – We want your life and the lives of the people you love and care about be filled with joy.

This Giveaway Has Been Arranged by Celebrate Woman Today – Giving Women Moments to Celebrate Every Day
. Mommy’s Memorandum – Amazing place where life is never dull! Pittsburgh Frugal Mom – Making the most of any budget!

But Wait! What's a Beauty without a FEAST?

Be sure and enter the FEAST Prize Pack Giveaway, or link is in Rafflecopter.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

For Rules and Disclosures of this giveaway, please see Rafflecopter form: Terms And Conditions.

Smartfood Selects - The Bag I Couldn't Put Down - REVIEW

If there is one snack in this house that is the most wanted than another other it's popcorn. We even have an small version of an old movie theater popcorn machine that is an air popper. Normally we make a lot at once time and then bag it all in small snack bags, adding toppings to everyone's preference. When I heard that SMARTFOOD Selects -  brand new products made with natural good for you ingredients. I about hopped through a hoop of excitement when I got this campaign. I began reading up on the flavors they had released and found out not only did they make popcorn, but also puffed corn and hummus popped chips. All of which had very unique flavor combinations that I've never seen before.  

Free Blogger Sign Up - Choose Your U Giveaway

Choice Your U Event

Hosted by Mom Powered Media and Iowa Mom

Prizes: Wii U Console {2 units = 1 a month}

Event dates: 11/2-11/30 & 12/2-12/30

Free Blog Event! Sign-up here, BLOGGERS WANTED

$1 off 2 Mars Halloween Candy Bags + Match Ups

If you haven't bought Halloween Candy yet here is a Coupon for $1 off 2 Mars Halloween Bags!

Take advantage of the offers below allowing you to stack coupons for more savings!

WALGREENS

Buy 2 Mars Fun or Snack Size Candy 9.78-12.5 oz - $2.49 each

-$1 off 2 Mars Printable Above

-$0.50/1 Mars Walgreens coupon from the October coupon book ($1.00 will deduct)

After Stacking - $1.49 per bag

Thanks goes to Living Rich With Coupons For the Match Up

TARGET

$2.69 for MARS Treat Size Candy Bag

-$1 off 2 Mars Printable Above

-$1.50/2 Mars Target Printable found here

After Stacking - $1.44 per bag

Make Your Halloween Party SPOOK-tacular With These Halloween Cocktails

I have searched Pinterest, Google, and even liquor company's Facebook pages in search of the ultimate collection of ideas for Halloween Cocktails. Now I'm going to share them with you, my followers. These are adult cocktails, so if any one of you are having a Halloween Party this year or go to one and any of these cocktails are being served or you're the one doing the serving please come back and leave a comment on this post as to how awesome or horrible the cocktail recipe was! I say horrible, because sometimes a mix of things "sounds" good on paper, but truth be told once you mix it all together and take a sip you wish you were a zombie and had no taste buds!

CHEERS to a Happy Halloween!!

Photo Credit and Recipe go to Three Olives Facebook page

Photo Credit Hostess With The Mostest Daily Blog

by Alex Straus, Suite 700 at the Hotel Shangri-La

Vampire's Punch

18 oz. SKYY Infusions Cherry

8 oz. Lime Juice

6 oz. Cranberry Juice

2.5 oz. Grenadine

lemon-lime soda

Fresh cherries, pits removed

Wash and remove pits and stems from fresh cherries, and muddle in cocktail shaker. Combine the rest of the ingredients except 7UP in bowl and stir. Top with lemon-lime soda and muddled cherries. (Serves 12)

Photo Credit & Recipe MarthaStewart.com

Blood Shooters

1 1/2 cups fresh blood-orange juice (from 7 to 8 blood oranges), chilled

6 tablespoons Solerno or other blood-orange liqueur

Directions

Combine blood-orange juice and liqueur in a large pitcher. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Pour into test tubes or small glasses.

Photo Credit & Recipe Courtesy Midori

Midori Melon Eye-Tini

1 ¼ parts Midori Melon liqueur

¾ parts Skyy Infusions Citrus

½ part agave syrup

2 parts Canada Dry Green Tea Ginger Ale

2 parts sweet and sour mix

3 orange wedges

2 fresh basil leaves

Strawberry sundae syrup

In a shaker combine Midori, vodka, agave syrup, orange wedges and 2 fresh, torn basil leaves. Muddle. Add ice and sweet and sour mix. Shake. Add ginger ale. Stir and strain into chilled martini glass that has been drizzled with sundae syrup to give bloodshot eye effect.

Photo & Recipe Courtesy Bacardi

Bacardi Zombie

31⁄3 parts Bacardi 
Superior Rum

1 part grenadine

1 part triple sec

2 parts sweet and sour mix

2 parts orange juice

Pour all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake and pour into a tall glass. Garnish with fresh fruit. Option: float a small portion of Bacardi 151 Rum on top

Drink Responsibly and Do Not Drink & Drive