tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60129602197488673092024-03-13T10:29:59.794-07:00Lovin' NationLovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06912399403041057232noreply@blogger.comBlogger96125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-86732395942840465062015-03-17T18:09:00.001-07:002015-03-18T07:11:03.017-07:00Share the Lovin' outside!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Most of us have had a long harsh winter, but spring is on
the horizon! Daffodils are emerging and
afternoons are warm, beckoning us outdoors. As you plan your springtime events, don't forget to include Lovin' Scoopful Gourmet Light Ice Cream. We have a couple of tips that will help you keep it frozen when there isn't a freezer handy.</div>
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Although when shipping frozen products with dry ice the ice is placed on
top of the food item, this can freeze ice cream at such a low temperature that
it’s difficult to scoop. Avoid this problem by putting the dry ice UNDER the ice cream.
Carefully break the dry ice into smaller pieces (fist size or smaller)
and cover the bottom of an ice chest with the pieces. On top of the dry ice layer several sheets of
newspaper, then put your containers of Lovin’ Scoopful Ice Cream on top of the
newspaper and close the ice chest lid until you’re ready to serve. Check your ice cream periodically to be sure
it’s staying solidly frozen, but not too hard to scoop. To increase the cooling effect you can add a
little bit of dry ice onto the top of the ice cream packages, but be careful
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Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-43541352319775896382015-01-08T08:59:00.001-08:002015-01-08T09:00:37.489-08:00Love is in the Air!Although there's a chill outside, our hearts warm when looking at our combined efforts to help others. Lovin' Scoopful was created to serve as an ongoing source of revenue for Special Olympics and helps you help Special Olympics athletes by donating 25% of profits to the organization providing a safe and supportive environment where athletes with intellectual differences can have fun competing in sports. Your efforts are appreciated by the athletes, their families, and the coaches that help make it all happen.<br />
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Spread the Lovin' this year by encouraging others to donate, volunteer, and buy products that support the causes that are important to you. <br />
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Happy New Year!Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-43195395068754878152014-06-25T13:25:00.001-07:002014-06-25T13:25:48.330-07:002014 Lovin' Award Winners Announced!<span class="userContent"></span><br />
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<span class="userContent">We have announced our Fourth Annual Lovin' Award Winners! The award recognizes young visionaries who are committed to and involved in programs that foster respect, inclusion, and personal connections between people <span class="text_exposed_hide">...</span><span class="text_exposed_show">with and without differences.<br /><br /> One national winner and four regional winners from around the country were selected from students ages eight to 18 for their involvement with Special Olympics and other organizations that are designed to create more accepting communities. </span></span><br /><span class="userContent"><span class="text_exposed_show"><b> Our national Lovin' Award recipient is Maggie Leppert, 17, of Belle Meade N.J.</b> Maggie was nominated for her profound commitment to social justice and inclusion, exemplified through her work as the founder of her schools' Project UNIFY and for her role as an advocate of acceptance and dignity for her peers with intellectual disabilities. Project UNIFY is an education and sports based program focused on increasing athletic and leadership opportunities for students with and without intellectual disabilities.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Maggie is also recognized as a respected counselor at Camp Shriver, an outdoor sports camp created to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. She has been assigned the most challenging athletes because of her exceptional gift for communicating with individuals with intellectual disabilities. For Leppert, spending time with the special education students isn't service; it's genuine friendship. She enjoys supporting them in Special Olympics competitions, just as they support her by coming to her theater performances. Leppert's passion for helping others motivated her to learn sign language and to choose a career as a behavior therapist. </span></span><br />
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<span class="userContent"><span class="text_exposed_show"><br /><br /> As the national award winner, Ms. Leppert will receive an engraved plaque, certificates for a one year supply of Lovin' Scoopful ice cream, a $100 gift card, the opportunity to compose multiple blog postings throughout the year, a letter of commendation from Maria Shriver, and a $500 donation for her chosen nonprofit organization.<br /><br /> The regional winners are: </span></span><br />
<span class="userContent"><span class="text_exposed_show"><br />◦<b>Christopher Yao, 17, of Jericho, N.Y.</b>, was nominated for his dedication to helping children in developing countries who could not afford cleft surgeries, post-treatments, and therapies. Christopher began Kids Change the World, a nonprofit organization to leverage the power of motivated young individuals to change the world for causes they cared about. To date, his charity has funded approximately 70 cleft surgeries for children in developing countries. More information regarding kids change the world can be found at <a href="http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kidschangetheworld.org%2F&h=9AQE96K2c&s=1" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">www.kidschangetheworld.org.</a></span></span><br />
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<span class="userContent"><span class="text_exposed_show">◦<b>Michaela Morris, 17, of Seabrook Beach, N.H.</b>, was nominated for her dedication to Special Olympics New Hampshire (SONH), where she served as an assistant for their swim team and has volunteered as a timer at various swim and track and field meets. Always pushing to increase her involvement with Special Olympics, Michaela is working with staff members at SONH to establish a Young Athletes Program in her town this coming fall.</span></span><br />
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◦<b>Taylor Swarers, 17, of Orange, Texas</b>, was nominated for her many years of involvement with Project Unify Meet in the Middle Club, an initiative encouraging typically developing and special needs middle school students to develop greater understanding of and appreciation for each other. Taylor has attended conferences with Special Olympics, became certified as an aquatics coach, participated in Unified Track meets and Unified Bocce Tournaments, and been a fan in the stands for our Special Olympics athletes. She has donated her time and energy to promote inclusion and respect for those without a voice.<br />
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<span class="userContent"><span class="text_exposed_show">◦<b>Lindsey Erin Mendelsberg, 17, of Aurora, Colo.</b>, was nominated for her commitment to foster respect, dignity, and friendship between those with and without disabilities. She is Co-President of the GHS Project UNIFY Club, Global Messenger for Special Olympics CO and representative to Washington D.C., and an organizer of Spread the Word campaigns. Lindsey participates in UNIFIED basketball and track and wants to begin a UNIFIED volleyball team.</span></span><br />
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<span class="userContent"><span class="text_exposed_show">The regional winners will each receive certificates for a two-month supply of Lovin' Scoopful ice cream, a feature on the Lovin' Scoopful blog, Facebook and Twitter pages, a letter of commendation from Maria Shriver, the opportunity to compose a blog posting about their chosen nonprofit, and a $250 donation for their chosen nonprofit organization.<br /><br /> The Lovin' Award winners were selected by a panel of judges, including Maria Shriver and Tim Shriver, for exemplifying characteristics that promote human rights, inclusion, equality and leadership through education. For more information about the national and regional winners, visit <a href="http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lovinaward.com%2F&h=lAQHTmaOf&s=1" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.lovinaward.com/</a>. <br /><br /> Thank you to all that nominated someone! We will soon begin accepting early nominations for our 2015 Lovin' Awards. Visit our Facebook page (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/LovinScoopful">www.Facebook.com/LovinScoopful</a>) for details in upcoming weeks. </span></span><br />
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</span>Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-80935656203005790852014-06-12T08:16:00.000-07:002014-06-12T08:19:57.679-07:00Being a Lovin' Dad<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Our world is changing and expectations we have of fathers
have changed with it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just as our roles
transitioned as mothers moved into the workforce, many times we’ve focused on
how difficult it is as mothers to fulfill our roles with all that we manage,
but with Fathers Day around the corner I think we should talk about what the new
family dynamic has meant to dads.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Today’s fathers are trying hard to lead by example.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The old school “Do as I say, not as I do” was
never a good parenting motto and it certainly won’t fly today.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We expect a lot from Dad.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We still need our fathers to be strong and
decisive, but they can’t be unyielding and they have to be patient and
kind.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As women we’ve learned to be
tough.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We’ve gained power and financial
freedom that our grandmothers and great grandmothers didn’t enjoy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I want to recognize fathers for what they’ve
done to adapt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">So, for our diaper changing, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>soccer game attending, bandaid carrying Dads
out there, we salute you!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Your efforts
to help us provide gentle nurturing as well as patience and discipline for our
families have allowed us as mothers to become the strong women of today. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thank you for being a Lovin’ Dad.</span></div>
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Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-19148378924765340522014-05-08T08:47:00.000-07:002014-05-08T08:47:07.643-07:00Spread the Lovin' this Mother's Day!
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Show your Mother some extra special Lovin’ this weekend with
Lovin’ Scoopful Gourmet Light Ice Cream!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Lovin’ Scoopful has ½ the fat and fewer calories that other premium ice
creams PLUS we donate 25% of our profits to Special Olympics.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lovin’ Scoopful isn’t just ice cream... we represent a kindness revolution.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As a company, we are committed to making an
impact in the world by promoting love, kindness, and compassion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You make a difference every time you purchase
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Keep the Lovin’ coming by entering your Mother in our
LovinMyMom promotion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>100 lucky mothers
will receive a coupon for a free container of Lovin’ Scoopful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Go to </span><a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
to give us her name and address and in the notes section of that address entry
page, put promo code LovinMyMom along with a note telling us what makes your
Mom so special to you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> Visit our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/LovinScoopful" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> for more details and posts on other great promotions.</span></span></div>
Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-76616166916316431402014-02-28T11:58:00.001-08:002014-02-28T11:58:28.996-08:00Cultivating KindnessOur focus for the month of March will be cultivating kindness and I hope you will all join us in this effort to promote a little extra happiness in the world. We all have it within us to be kind, but oddly I've found that sometimes it's easier for us to show compassion and kindness to a stranger than it is to those we know. It's so easy to develop opinions and bias that we allow to cloud our desire to truly show kindness to all. As part of our March effort to cultivate kindness, I want to encourage our Lovin' Friends and Family to commit an unexpected and beautiful act of kindness for someone that has wronged you! This can be the family member that seems to always know how to push your buttons, the cashier that overcharged you un-apologetically, the customer that gave you a bad review, or anyone else that's created havoc in your life. With Random Acts AMOK (Annual Melee of Kindness) tomorrow, what better time to show not only the meek, the deserving, and the humble some kindness, but let kindness really run amok by being nice to those showing you the least kindness. Maybe in doing so we can set a new example and let a little light into what may be a dark place for them. <br />
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Let's cultivate kindness by:<br />1) Showing compassion without bias<br />2) Being mindful of opportunities around us and committing acts of kindness on a daily basis<br />3) Pushing our own boundaries to intentionally be liberal with forgiveness and kindness to those we feel have wronged us.<br />
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We hope you'll take time to visit our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/LovinScoopful" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a> and give us your thoughts or inspirational stories. March 1, 2014 is Annual Melee of Kindness and March 8, 2014 is Good Deeds Day. It's a good time to ramp up the kindness. I don't think there's ever really too much to go around. Remember... forgiveness can be an act of kindness, too.Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-23849056991631008742014-02-14T08:29:00.000-08:002014-02-14T08:29:28.034-08:00Happy Valentine's Day from Lovin' Scoopful!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LBgPMBSfC_0/Uv5BRhXMQyI/AAAAAAAAAFk/Tiz1dsIJQsg/s1600/valentine+heart.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LBgPMBSfC_0/Uv5BRhXMQyI/AAAAAAAAAFk/Tiz1dsIJQsg/s1600/valentine+heart.gif" height="200" width="200" /></a>Most of you know that Lovin' Scoopful isn't your typical company. We believe in doing more and we know you do, too. To thank you for all the Lovin' you show us each year we want to return the flavor :) today. We are offering our blog followers a promo code all your own. If you follow Lovin' Nation (our Lovin' Scoopful blog) and began doing so before February 14, 2014 please go to <a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</a> and use promo code <strong><em>LovinNationValentine - <your blogspot ID></em></strong> (so that we can verify you on our list of followers). That promo code will be valid for you all month in case you don't get around to it today. <br />
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For those NEW to Lovin' Nation, we have a code for you, too. New followers visit <a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</a> and use promo code <strong>New2LovinNationValentine - <your blogspot ID></strong> (for verification purposes). <br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Our standard rules apply. You can only enter any given promo once. If you enter multiple time (be it using different names, different mailing addresses, different email addresses, different birthdates, different phone numbers, etc) it will void your entries. All duplicates of any piece of information are investigated as well as checked against any previous entries since 2010. Please do not enter for other people. We do not mail entries into areas where Lovin' Scoopful isn't sold, but if you feel you qualified for this promotion and you don't receive your coupon within 10 weeks please email <a href="mailto:TamaraGordy@LovinBrands.com">TamaraGordy@LovinBrands.com</a> and I will follow up for you. Use that same email address if you have questions.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">HAVE A HAPPY AND LOVIN' DAY!</span><br />
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Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-56594934823702521982014-01-31T06:55:00.000-08:002014-01-31T06:55:06.968-08:00Super Bowl Fever<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline !important; float: none; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Do you have Super Bowl fever? We do, too! In fact, we're letting our next COUPON PROMO CODE be determined by the 2014 Super Bowl winner! Between now and midnight Pacific time February 1, 2014 either submit promo code SEAHAWKS or promo code </span><span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">BRONCOS at <a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry" onclick="LinkshimAsyncLink.referrer_log(this, "http:\/\/www.LovinAward.com\/address_entry", "\/si\/ajax\/l\/render_linkshim_log\/?u=http\u00253A\u00252F\u00252Fwww.LovinAward.com\u00252Faddress_entry&h=UAQG3913X&render_verification=0&enc");" onmouseover="LinkshimAsyncLink.swap(this, "http:\/\/www.LovinAward.com\/address_entry");" rel="nofollow nofollow" style="color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>for a chance at a coupon for a FREE full size container of Lovin' Scoopful. The winner of Sunday's game will determine which of the promo codes is valid. Beware, though, that you cannot submit entries for both. If your household submits more than one entry for the Super Bowl promo, all of your entries will be void so please submit only one entry. The first 100 entries with the correct promo code will receive coupons, but only in states where Lovin' Scoopful is sold. Visit <a href="http://www.lovinscoopful.com/findastore.aspx" onclick="LinkshimAsyncLink.referrer_log(this, "http:\/\/www.LovinScoopful.com\/findastore.aspx", "\/si\/ajax\/l\/render_linkshim_log\/?u=http\u00253A\u00252F\u00252Fwww.LovinScoopful.com\u00252Ffindastore.aspx&h=mAQF1E591&render_verification=0&enc");" onmouseover="LinkshimAsyncLink.swap(this, "http:\/\/www.LovinScoopful.com\/findastore.aspx");" rel="nofollow nofollow" style="color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">www.LovinScoopful.com/findastore.aspx</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>to see if Lovin' is available in your area. Enjoy the game! With Lovin' Scoopful in the lineup, victory can be even sweeter!<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><br />
<span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"></span></span><br />
<span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Here are some tips that may be helpful:</span></span><br />
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<li><span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Be sure you use a working email address. We often send verification emails.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Do not allow someone else to use your email address. Any email address appearing in multiple entries will flag the entry.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">Do not create entries for other people. We've seen situations where one person would try to submit entries for others in their family or social group. You can only submit one entry, so if you were to enter someone else's information, theirs would count as your one entry. If they enter on their own as well, you may void their entry in doing so. Because of this we do not allow people to submit an entry for another person or household.</span></span></li>
<li><span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">All duplications in name, mailing address, or email address are investigated.</span></span></li>
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<span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space">If you have questions please email <a href="mailto:TamaraGordy@LovinBrands.com">TamaraGordy@LovinBrands.com</a>.</span></span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 13.33px/18px "lucida grande", tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"></span></span>Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-62539867522297914662013-12-23T09:03:00.001-08:002013-12-23T09:03:48.491-08:00Have a Lovin' Holiday!
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Tis the season to be stressed and tired for many.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are parties and family gatherings and so
much delicious food.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We hope you’ll remember
to pick up a container of Lovin’ Scoopful gourmet light ice cream for your next
event.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s a delicious way to put a
smile on everyone’s face PLUS it has ½ the fat and fewer calories than premium
ice cream.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can also feel good knowing
that a minimum of 25% of our profits go to benefit Special Olympics.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit
our store finder (</span><a href="http://www.lovinscoopful.com/findastore.aspx"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.LovinScoopful.com/findastore.aspx</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">)
to locate a store near you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">As a gift to thank you for serving Lovin’ Scoopful at your
event, if you post a picture on our Facebook page (</span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/LovinScoopful"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.Facebook.com/LovinScoopful</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">)
of your family enjoying Lovin’ Scoopful at a group holiday gathering we’ll send
you a certificate for a free 56oz container!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Send LovinScoopful a message on Facebook after it’s posted and I’ll
process the request for your freebie.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Happy Holidays from Lovin’ Scoopful!</span></div>
Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-10221128853539812552013-10-30T09:50:00.000-07:002013-10-30T09:50:30.614-07:00Be a Superhero!
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Halloween is here and the superhero costumes have been
flying off the shelves (even for adults).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>We want to be a hero and most of us just don’t exactly know where to
start.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’ve met some REAL superheroes and
you might be surprised at how many are in your midst.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These heroes don’t tend to don the requisite
comic book tights and capes and more often than not, no one sees or
acknowledges their efforts, but they are changing the world none the less by
standing up against bullying and showing kindness and compassion to those
around them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The world could always use another hero.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you want to be a beacon of hope for the
world, begin by being a friend to someone who needs one.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Your compassion will make the world a better
place.</span></div>
Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-60836960982363572332013-07-19T11:11:00.000-07:002013-07-19T11:11:09.540-07:00We Need YOU! We have big plans for building our blog post and we need your help! Take a moment to become a Lovin' Nation follower and we will send you a certificate for FREE Lovin' Scoopful. Lovin' Nation followers will stay in the loop on upcoming promos and on limited quantity or limited time promotions Lovin' Nation followers requests and entries will be processed first. <br />
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All Lovin' Nation followers may sign up any time this summer for a FREE 56 ounce container of Lovin' Scoopful ice cream. Visit our <a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry" target="_blank">address entry page</a> and use LOVINNATION as the promo code. Again, this promotion is available only to our friends following our Lovin' Nation blog. If you're reading this post from our website page (<a href="http://www.lovinscoopful.com/blog.aspx">http://www.lovinscoopful.com/blog.aspx</a>) you will need to go to <a href="http://www.lovinscoopful.blogspot.com/">http://www.lovinscoopful.blogspot.com/</a> for the option to follow us. We will process the requests at a later date and follower status will be verified at that time. Offer is eligible only in areas where Lovin' Scoopful is sold and is limited to one per family. Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-29025331383647194792013-06-13T12:45:00.003-07:002013-06-13T12:45:56.181-07:00Father’s Day is Sunday June 16th, 2013
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Each of us has our own idea of what makes our Father
special, but one thing often in common is the love they have for their
children.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Let us help you show your
appreciation for Dad.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>From now until
Fathers Day you can request for us to send your Father a certificate for a FREE
56 ounce container of Lovin’ Scoopful Gourmet Light Ice Cream (if Lovin’ is
sold in his area).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit </span><a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
and give us your Father’s address.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In
the notes section specify promo code FATHER2013.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We’ll include the poem below in the mailout
unless you request it not be included.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Please
read the fine print below for basic offer restrictions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Thank you Daddy</u></b></div>
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When I was a child I turned to you when scared</div>
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You wrapped your arms around me and reassured me all was well</div>
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As I grew older I tried to prove I could do it on my own</div>
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I flexed my muscles and stood firm to show I was strong enough to take
care of myself</div>
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And you patiently waited on the sidelines for when I needed you</div>
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I’m older now, and so are you</div>
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But I still see you watching out for me…. quietly… patiently</div>
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Waiting for a moment to catch me in case I fall</div>
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Thank you for all the times you saved me</div>
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There were probably some I never even knew about</div>
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Thank you for being my guardian, my guide, my advisor, and my
friend</div>
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Thank you Daddy</div>
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<span style="font-size: 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The fine
print:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Please submit only one
request.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Although you may have several
father figures in your life and several email address to send the request from, we kindly ask you to request only for one.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We also ask that you not request for your
spouse unless doing so on behalf of your young children living at home and then only submit one
request, not one for each child.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For any
person or address there will only be one coupon mailed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Multi requests for one person or one address
will be treated as one request.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If Lovin’
Scoopful is not available in your father’s area, no mailout will be sent unless
you specify that you would like the poem to be sent even without the
coupon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Please note that the mailout will
NOT arrive until AFTER Father’s Day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> Be sure to submit your request no later than June 16th, 2013.
</span>This is our gesture to honor your father and we will take care of it as
soon as we can and hope to have all requests mailed soon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We apologize for any inconvenience this may
cause.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you have any questions or
concerns please email </span><a href="mailto:TamaraGordy@LovinBrands.com"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">TamaraGordy@LovinBrands.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> We wish you all a very happy Father's Day!</span></span></span></div>
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Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-2544000710486647262013-06-12T11:49:00.002-07:002013-06-12T11:49:21.336-07:00New $1 Off Coupon Available!Back by popular demand, Lovin' Scoopful is again offering $1 off coupons that you can print from home. Visit <a href="http://coupons2.smartsource.com/smartsource/index.jsp?Link=RKPODIMXHZIEC" target="_blank">SmartSource</a> and follow the simple directions on the screen. We appreciate you and hope you enjoy even more Lovin' this summer!Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-49987010048843811712013-05-27T09:00:00.000-07:002013-05-27T09:00:28.503-07:00Enjoy Memorial Day!
<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">
</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Memorial Day
commemorates the men and women who have lost their lives in service of our
country. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This year we offer the
families who have mourned their loss the small token of a certificate for free
Lovin’ Scoopful (see rules below).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lovin’
Scoopful spreads the message of love every day and we know of no greater love
than sacrifice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">As families
join together today and over the course of the summer for family reunions and
other events, we hope you’ll bring along enough Lovin’ to go around.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lovin’ Scoopful was created to serve as an
ongoing source of revenue for Special Olympics.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>25% of our profits (a minimum of $50K each year) go to them plus we do
all we can to help spread the word about theirs and other great programs that
foster inclusion and respect for those with intellectual differences.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Memorial Day
Free Product Request Rules:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Address
submission must be made before May 31<sup>st</sup> 2013 midnight (PDT)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Offer
is for those who have lost a friend or family member in active military service<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">For
certificate to be mailed to you, you must enter your mailing address at <a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry"><span style="color: blue;">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</span></a>
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">In
note section of address entry form (link above) include promo code MEMORIAL2013<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;">
<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Also
in the note section tell us who you lost in military service.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Please
review the fine print<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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one request per person, only one request per household, only one request per
email, only one request per IP address.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Most simply put this means you can only enter one time and can only have
one coupon sent out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Scoopful reserves the right to limit or cancel the offer at any time and for
any reason.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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reduce cost, we avoid mailing certificates to areas where Lovin’ Scoopful is
not yet available.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To find out if there’s
a store in your area, go to <a href="http://www.lovinscoopful.com/"><span style="color: blue;">www.LovinScoopful.com</span></a>
and key in your zip code in the box at the upper right hand corner of the
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Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-62934710903292231262013-03-28T07:28:00.000-07:002013-03-28T07:28:02.986-07:00Helping Others
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Sometimes it surprises me when I hear about a family struggling and find
that no one has offered to lend a hand.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
wanted to help raise awareness regarding needs and our ability, even with
limited income, to help.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When my husband
dropped our second grade daughter off at school today he looked back to see in
horror that she slipped and fell walking in.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Right away several little girls and one teacher went to help her on her
feet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As children we seem to do this
more instinctively than as adults.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> W</span>e’ve all seen situations where we’ve jumped in to help
and have wondered why others were just walking past.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I took an opportunity through social media to get feedback on how you help
others aside from financial assistance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I like the answers we heard.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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help...<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I understand that budgets are tight for all of
us and certainly many of us can’t afford to write a check to help someone else,
but there are many ways to help that don’t necessarily mean money out of the
budget.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Here are some of the ideas we
heard:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you are retired or a
stay at home parent you can offer to watch the kids for someone trying to find
a job.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If they’re out of work they
probably can’t afford childcare.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">For those in business- Often
the currently employed are at the top of the stack of resumes when hiring, but
this doesn’t mean they are the most desirable, the most capable, or the most
motivated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>ALWAYS give equal
consideration to those not currently employed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The fear is that they will more likely take a job even if it’s
unsuitable because of desperation only to leave when something better comes
along, but if we’re doing our jobs in researching candidates we should be able
to find some real jewels in those out of a job.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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</span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you do repair work you
have an amazing charitable opportunity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>If you spent just one lunch break a week to help someone with a repair
they can’t afford you would be doing an amazing service to your community.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Even better, with a few phone calls you may
find a parts company willing to assist your efforts by providing assistance
with parts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If not, we bet someone in
the community would help cover the part if you covered the labor.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you aren’t in the home
and can’t help with childcare, have no hiring authority, don’t have the repair
skills to replace a battery, and have no financial means to help, there’s still
something you can do.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sometimes all we
have to share is a smile, a kind word, and a caring hand to help someone up
that has slipped and fallen. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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willing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thank you to the Lovin’ friends
who contributed ideas.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We appreciate all
that you do in your communities and we’re sure they appreciate you, too.</span></span></div>
Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-52116907378369339672013-02-12T09:11:00.001-08:002013-02-12T09:11:41.670-08:00Share the Lovin' this Valentine's Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xF5_8X-NihA/URp2m-BzcjI/AAAAAAAAAEs/ZE0hIsRKbYw/s1600/heart1.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xF5_8X-NihA/URp2m-BzcjI/AAAAAAAAAEs/ZE0hIsRKbYw/s200/heart1.bmp" width="176" /></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We want to send you a certificate for a FREE 56 ounce container of Lovin' Scoopful Gourmet Light Ice Cream as part of our SHARE THE LOVIN' Valentine's Day celebration. You can send a gift of Lovin' Scoopful to a family member, friend, or loved one. Until midnight Pacific time on Valentine's Day visit </span><a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> , enter the name and address you want the certificate sent to, and enter promo code LUVU13 in the notes section at the bottom</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">. Supplies are limited, so enter soon. </span><br />
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Maria Shriver, her brother Timothy Shriver, and others to serve as an ongoing
source of revenue for Special Olympics.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>We donate 25% of our profit (a MINIMUM of $50,000 each year) to that
cause plus we often sponsor other affiliated programs and events.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you have not yet tried Lovin’ Scoopful, we
hope you’ll take this opportunity to do so.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Besides the great things we do, Lovin’ Scoopful offers a delicious
product with the best of ingredients.</span></span></div>
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Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-54567753236385535122013-01-23T13:55:00.000-08:002013-01-23T13:55:00.600-08:00New Years Resolutions
<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Every year
starts with good intentions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Many of us
feel guilty about over-indulging in food or drink, some are reminded that they
should visit family more often; others decide to keep a cleaner house, maintain
or improve relationships, and so forth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I don’t know of any creature that experiences and even self-imposes guilt
like we do. Do yourself a favor this year and instead of guilting yourself into
making better choices why not try something different?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Forget the guilt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Instead, try making this a year of joyful
positive choices.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In the last
three weeks I’ve seen a lot of unhappy dieters passing up foods they love
because they promised themselves that they’d lose weight.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There’s a better way.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Did you know that by reducing your caloric
intake by just 100 calories per day you could lose up to a pound a month? There
are a lot of ways you can do that, but one way is by switching out higher
calorie full fat foods for lighter alternatives that taste just as great.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Of course we hope you will include Lovin’
Scoopful in that plan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our Gourmet Light
Ice Cream has 1/2 the fat and 1/3 fewer calories than regular premium ice
cream.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We didn’t skimp on taste,
though.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With delicious bold flavors you
would never guess that anything this amazing and rich could be part of a healthy
lifestyle plan, but it can!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Here’s my
challenge for you this month.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find one high
fat food that you enjoy and swap it out for a lighter alternative, but find one
you love <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">just as much</i></b>. If you happen to select Lovin’ Scoopful for that
lighter alternative and you’re not satisfied that the flavor is as amazing as
what you gave up, we’ll send you a certificate to try the next flavor of Lovin’
on us…FREE!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Simply go to </span><a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">,
use promo code RESOLUTION*, and tell us in the notes section what you didn’t
like about the flavor you chose.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We will
take your comments into consideration, recommend another flavor, and send you a
certificate to try the next flavor on us.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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February 28, 2013 or while supplies last<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-30568043005265140922012-12-03T21:48:00.000-08:002012-12-03T21:48:38.912-08:00Generosity<span class="userContent">Isn't it odd how we hold onto things? A new friend was putting up a brand new tree today and I offered her some of my ornaments. I keep an ample supply because I change it up from time to time and I like to pull from various styles that remind me of different times in my life. I went into the attic and took out a couple dozen assorted ornaments and gave them to her. Later as I sat and thought about how many ornaments I was hoarding in the attic and how sparse a new tree can be when you're first starting to collect ornaments, I felt sad. I held on to so many that I should have sent with her. A few texts later she came back by and left with two arm loads of decorations and a big smile. Why did I hold back the first time? Why do any of us hold back when we know we have more than we need?<br /> <br /> When I was in college studying manufacturing and inventory control we spent a great deal of time discussing streamlining manufacturing by managing inventory in a "Just In Time" manner (as opposed to "Just in Case"). With Just in Time you don't waste storage space and money stocking inventory for far into the future. It allows space for change, and change can be very good.<br /> <br /> When we hold onto more than we need we aren't allowing space for change. I think letting go of excess allows blessings to flow through our lives. I hope this Holiday Season we can all see the areas where we have excess and open our hearts to see the needs that excess can fill. May God Bless you and bless others through you this holiday season!</span>Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-85477198167703115432012-09-10T08:04:00.000-07:002012-09-10T08:04:38.306-07:00Just a Small Taste (by Katie Pullano)
<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>I’ve
been involved with Special Olympics for about 4-5 years and have seen many
“brave attempts”, as so many volunteers have. My life was forever changed by 2 specific
athletes and I’ve been continually blessed and enriched with the high spirits
of many athletes since then. Recently though, I’ve received just a small taste
of how harsh so many people truly can be. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>After
being announced the “Lovin’ Compassion Award” Southern Regional winner, my
local newspaper did a brief story on me. Being a 15 year old girl, I was
thrilled. Until I got online. The article, which had been posted on the
newspaper’s website, had over 75 comments. Again, I was thrilled! Until I read
the comments. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There was a battle going
on in these comments. The supporters sticking up for me, fighting for me, were
being overthrown. Over half of the comments posted on the article were
negative; criticizing not only the movement of Ban the R word, but also myself
and my upbringing. Being a 15 year old girl, I was heartbroken. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>I had
to take a step back to realize what was truly happening. I had always been
questioned for my support of Ban the R word, but never had I been directly
ridiculed for my beliefs and my involvement. The article’s comments were hars</span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">h, rude, and, in my opinion, absurd. But they were also just
a small taste.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The comments were just a
small taste of what is to come in my future involvement with the campaign. The
comments were just a small taste of the harsh treatment that people with
intellectual disabilities have received in the past, and sadly, continue to
receive. The comments promoting the campaign were just a small taste of the
love and support I have received and hope to receive in the future.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Through
all the put-downs I have never once regretted my involvement with Special
Olympics and Ban the R word. People have always told me, “Stand up for what you
believe” and Gandhi said, “Be the change you wish to see in the world”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This experience has taught me that if every
person respected and agreed with what I had to say, I wouldn’t be doing my job.
I wouldn’t be doing what my parents, and my world taught me to do. By winning
this Lovin’ Scoopful award, I was given, not only a small taste of the real
world, but a small taste of some pretty good ice cream! </span></div>
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The above post is submitted by Lovin' Compassion Award Winner Katie Pullano. Katie is a kind hearted beautiful young lady and it saddens us that someone as giving as Katie would endure criticism. Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-25016562135212195222012-09-01T10:04:00.000-07:002012-09-01T10:04:30.031-07:00Labor Day 2012
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Can you believe it’s Labor Day Weekend already?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The summer went too fast and we’re back to
our hectic fall schedule.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Labor Day celebrates
the social and economic contributions of hard working Americans.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To honor our achievements in manufacturing
look at labels this weekend and see what’s available that’s made in the
USA.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When you buy products made here the
benefits ripple through the many businesses that supply parts and materials for
those goods as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Have a great Labor Day Weekend and know that we appreciate everyone
using their hard earned money to buy Lovin’ Scoopful ice cream and support
Special Olympics!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Don’t forget that you
can spend a little less if you visit </span><a href="http://coupons2.smartsource.com/smartsource/index.jsp?Link=RKPODIMXHZIEC"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">http://coupons2.smartsource.com/smartsource/index.jsp?Link=RKPODIMXHZIEC</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
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Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-69385028959278926352012-08-20T23:18:00.002-07:002012-08-20T23:21:10.739-07:00First Day of School<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It’s hard to believe that summer break is over and schools
are beginning to start back up.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My seven
year old had her first day of second grade today.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was so different from years prior.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She got up this morning, had her new outfit laid
out ready to go, and she requested to help pack her own lunch last night to
avoid delays.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She wanted to be on time
and look her best and she succeeded.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As
we pulled up to the school to wait in the car line for “drop off”, I noticed
all of these beautifully groomed children getting out of the cars heading in to
start day one of this new school year.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In
contrast, every parent/driver seemed frazzled.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I wonder… How long will this “Stepford Child” situation last?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have our children finally matured to the
point that we won’t have the morning struggles like before?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Shaking off the skepticism that creeps up
telling me… “just you wait a day or two” I decide that I’m going to embrace
this new found excitement about school and hold onto it as long as I can!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>After school I treated the kids to a scoop of Lovin’ Scoopful and didn’t
even bring up chores.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>By all reports it
was a very good day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m not sure what
tomorrow will bring, but we would love for you to share some Lovin’ with your
child (or children) after school, too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We’ll treat you to a 56 ounce container of Lovin’ Scoopful by
way of a certificate that you can use at any grocery store that carries Lovin’
Scoopful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To receive yours by mail
simply go to </span><a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
and use promo code SCHOOL in the “notes” field.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>To find out if there’s a store near you, visit </span><a href="http://www.lovinscoopful.com/findastore.aspx"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">www.LovinScoopful.com/findastore.aspx</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Enjoy your school year and share the Lovin’! Promotional offer good thru September 2012 or while supplies last.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Suggestion: While enjoying Lovin' Scoopful with your family, open up a dialog regarding helping others directly and indirectly. Lovin' Scoopful was created to serve as an ongoing source of revenue for Special Olympics. We give at least 25% of our profits (a MINIMUM of $50,000 per year) to Special Olympics on an ongoing basis. When you buy Lovin' you know that money is going to that great cause. We encourage families to talk about supporting a cause and volunteering time, which is why we created the Lovin' Awards which reward kids 8-18 that volunteer time to help others. We all make a difference in the world and even our small choices can have a big impact. You can find out more about the Lovin' Awards by going to </span><a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">www.LovinAward.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have a wonderful school year!</span></div>
Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-72416234270427638252012-06-17T07:43:00.000-07:002012-06-17T07:43:40.915-07:00Get Lovin' Scoopful for your Lovin' Dad!Our fathers mean so much to us. When we were children, father was the figure of authority. You did NOT want your mother to tell him what you did when he got home! When we grew up he became a source of wisdom. Only when we've had our own children did we understand all that he did for us to protect us... to guide us... to support us. We know you have a Lovin' Dad. Remind him by sending him a certificate for free Lovin' Scoopful. We'll include a note that thanks him for being a Lovin' Father. <br />
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Go to <a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</a> and tell us where to mail his certificate for a free 56 ounce container of Lovin' Scoopful (about a $5 value). To qualify, in the note section of the address form put the code LovinDad. We'll send it out soon!<br />
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Happy Father's Day! Hurry and submit your request! We're taking addresses thru midnight pacific time on Father's Day (6/17/2012). <br />
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The fine print: Lovin' Scoopful is not available yet in every state. To see if Lovin' Scoopful is available in your area go to <a href="http://www.lovinscoopful.com/findastore.aspx">www.LovinScoopful.com/findastore.aspx</a>. We reserve the right to limit mailouts to areas where Lovin' Scoopful is available. We also reserve the right to alter this offer at any time for any reason, but frankly that's not likely. I'm just preparing you in case something completely unforseen happens! ;) Oh, and your certificate will not arrive on Father's Day. These will be mailed out over the coming days. Now go sign your father up for free ice cream!Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-51914703478749240652012-06-06T21:58:00.000-07:002012-06-06T21:58:24.957-07:00The Scoop: 2012 Mid Atlantic Regional Award Winner, Scott Gerson<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-43gsXZyCfSw/T9AygKPbyHI/AAAAAAAAAEU/JwpelQXjsSM/s1600/Scott+Gerson3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-43gsXZyCfSw/T9AygKPbyHI/AAAAAAAAAEU/JwpelQXjsSM/s400/Scott+Gerson3.jpg" width="400" /></a><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <strong>MID ATLANTIC REGIONAL WINNER</strong> Scott Gerson </span></span></o:p><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">was nominated by Special Olympics Staff member, Chass Seymour, as well as others that took notice in the exceptional example he sets for others. Hevolunteers for Special Olympics, has been active in various Spread the Word to End the Word efforts, and participates in Special Olympics Project UNIFY. Here's what some of the nominators had to say about him.</span></span></o:p><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Nominated by Special Olympics Staff member, Chass Seymour</strong></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Athletics are a
close second in Scott's world. His first passion is to always strive to be an
awesome human being and role model for people of all ages and abilities. Scott
Gerson is finishing up his sophomore year of high school, but has been involved
with Special Olympics Maryland in various roles since 2006. He began
volunteering locally in Southern MD with the tennis program, working his way up
to being not only a volunteer but a full-on advocate off the court and an
active participant on the court. He now serves as a leader on the Youth Unity
Committee (among other committees and focus groups), competes as a Unified
Partner in Unified Sports at his high school, coordinates the "Spread the
Word to End the Word Campaign" with his school staff and peers, and
volunteers (when not completing Internship hours) for Special Olympics Project
UNIFY as a social media specialist. Not only does this young man speak up about
bullying, he shows by effortless example that inclusion works! Scott makes it
easy and fun for me to do my job as an SOMD staff member, Unified Sports
trainer, and huge fan of inclusion. He honestly embodies and portrays what all
human beings should strive for. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Susan Gerson, his mother</strong></span></span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m158018yaJM/T9AyeO1wIZI/AAAAAAAAAEM/DcB8sfMYbRQ/s1600/Scott+Gerson2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m158018yaJM/T9AyeO1wIZI/AAAAAAAAAEM/DcB8sfMYbRQ/s1600/Scott+Gerson2.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Scott has been an active volunteer and unified partner in
Special Olympics for the past five years. In addition to spending nearly every
weekend at practice, local qualifiers, and state games, he has spread his involvement
into the local high school by joining the Special Olympics club, fundraising
for and participating in the Polar Bear Plunge, and joining the Spread the Word
to End the Word campaign. His Facebook page proudly promotes his involvement in
Special Olympics and Camp Pals, and he works at the state level on the Project
Unify youth committee. As a parent, I would not normally nominate my own child
for an award, but candidly his infectious enjoyment of Special Olympics has
impacted our whole family and all of his friends. Recently a parent of one of
his basketball teammates told me she wished my son went to school with hers.
Her son tells her that his classmates pretend to be nice when adults are around
but then ignore him in the halls and at lunch. She wanted me to know that Scott
would never do that. She could tell that his relationships were genuine. I was
so proud! </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>A few words from
Scott</strong></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I began my work with Special Olympics in 2006 when I first
volunteered for my local tennis program. If you have had any experience
with people with intellectual disabilities, you will understand why I instantly
fell in love with the program. Since then, I have also participated in
many other sports, including golf, softball, track and field, basketball, and
t-ball, through Unified Sports and Project Unify programs. As my
involvement grew, I became a member of the Maryland Youth Activation Committee
and the Special Olympics Club at my school. The real reason that I
continue to volunteer and advocate for people with intellectual disabilities is
because I really enjoy building bonds and lasting friendships with the athletes
and other members of the Special Olympics community. Through my
involvement I have taught the athletes about not only sports but also courage,
cooperation, and confidence, traits that will help them in sports as well as
all other aspects of their lives. </span> </div>
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<br /></div>Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-3644908322559222862012-05-25T09:19:00.000-07:002012-05-25T09:19:14.974-07:00Veterans and Military Families Receive Free Ice Cream!<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Memorial Day is the last Monday each May and was created to honor
Americans who have died in service to our country.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As with many other holidays, sometimes the
meaning of the holiday is overshadowed by the sheer joy of having a long
weekend to kick back with family and friends… a freedom we wouldn’t likely
share if it weren’t for the selfless sacrifices made each year by men and women
who have stepped forward to protect what is near and dear to us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In doing so, many of their families have been
left shattered by the loss of time together, the anxiety and strain of combat,
and for some the loss of a loved one in the call of duty.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">We want to show our appreciation by sending a certificate
for a free 56 ounce container of Lovin’ Scoopful to the families of all service
men and women, active or veteran.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You
qualify if:</span></div>
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your children are in active duty in US Armed Forces</span></div>
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one of your children have in the past served in a branch of the US Armed Forces
and were for some period of time stationed overseas</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">To sign up for your free ice cream go to </span><a href="http://www.lovinaward.com/address_entry"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.LovinAward.com/address_entry</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
and fill in your address and contact information.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This part is very important.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In the open section at the bottom for notes
please type either “US Armed Forces active duty” or “US Veteran” plus a brief explanation
regarding who served.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>An example would
be “US Veteran- father served in Vietnam”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Please feel free to pass along the offer via Facebook, Twitter, Email,
or word of mouth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The fine print:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Offer
ends midnight central time 5/28/2012.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lovin’
Scoopful is not available in all areas.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Please visit our store finder at </span><a href="http://www.lovinscoopful.com/findastore.aspx"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.LovinScoopful.com/findastore.aspx</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
to make sure we’re available in your area.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>We reserve the right to amend the offer and to not mail certificates
into states where Lovin’ Scoopful is not sold.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Offer limited to the first 100 requests.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Only one certificate per household, address, or email address.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6012960219748867309.post-51932692566300112682012-05-22T14:01:00.000-07:002012-05-22T14:01:17.318-07:00The Scoop: 2012 Southern Regional Award Winner, Katie Pullano<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">SOUTHERN REGIONAL WINNER Katie Pullano was nominated by
Julie Harrison, but when we began to follow up on Katie we found that she has a
“Texas size” fan base.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In the Bedford
Texas area you might find that the people she’s had a positive impact on are
never much more than a stone's throw away. This young lady bubbles with personality and her smile is contagious. Here's what her nominator (Special Olympics Coach, Julie Harrison) had to say about her.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b>Nominated by Julie Harrison, Special Olympics Coach</b><br />
Katie uses her voice as a tool to raise awareness and promote equality for
individuals with intellectual disabilities. Katie is involved in many
extra-curricular activities, but is always ready and available to serve as a
Unified Partner or volunteer at a local or state competition. Katie was
selected as the 2011 Unified Athlete of the Year for the Special Olympics
Texas-Greater Fort Worth Area. On March 7, Katie organized a “Ban the ‘R’ Word”
campaign for her school and continues this campaign daily. Through her
involvement in school activities Katie is able to spread her mission to many
people, both students and staff. Katie politely asked a teacher to quit using
the “R” word and provided her with a button and informational pamphlet so she
can spread the word to others. Katie has lofty goals, one of which is to speak
to Congress. I look forward to the day that I can sit and watch Katie address
this group about the importance of acceptance, inclusion, and awareness. She
truly is a shining star and will continue to do amazing things for individuals
with disabilities.</span></div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sYoFlsl_rnA/T7v9MtCX1zI/AAAAAAAAADk/lgBQ3zICDFA/s1600/katie2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sYoFlsl_rnA/T7v9MtCX1zI/AAAAAAAAADk/lgBQ3zICDFA/s320/katie2.jpg" width="224" /></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When we spoke to Katie we found that two incredible Special
Olympics athletes, Kalli and Colby, changed her life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She mentioned that their high spirits,
unconditional love, unending compassion, and extreme perseverance through the
challenges of having Down Syndrome impacted her life from there on.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Katie participates in Unified Sports, Special
Olympics, and has volunteered at a social skills day camp for Hurst-Euless-
Bedford ISD the past 3 summers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The camp
is for students with autism.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Katie now
plans to pursue a career in teaching / coaching secondary school special needs
students.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We’re so proud of you
Katie!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Calibri;">A few words from Katie</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My name is Katie Pullano and I’m a 15 year
old freshman who attends Harwood Junior High School in Bedford, Texas.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was 4 years ago that I met two people who
forever changed my life. Kalli and Colby, both very active in Special Olympics
swimming as well as many other sports, impressed me from the day I met them.
Their high spirits, unconditional love, unending compassion, and extreme
perseverance through the challenges of having Down Syndrome impacted me on the
pool deck as we prepared for our race. I am a Unified Athlete with Special
Olympics Texas-Greater Fort Worth Area and I’ve been very fortunate to have
many rewarding opportunities with some amazing athletes. Beyond just having a
great time swimming with some inspiring people I found a passion that had
previously laid dormant in me. It wasn’t long after starting my volunteer work
with Special Olympics that I found my calling; working with children with
intellectual disabilities.</span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0RAw3PXLtTo/T7v9FX_GnGI/AAAAAAAAADc/4djkJ4PbqBo/s1600/katie1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0RAw3PXLtTo/T7v9FX_GnGI/AAAAAAAAADc/4djkJ4PbqBo/s320/katie1.jpg" width="240" /></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Since meeting Kalli and Colby several years ago my
relationship with both of them has grown and developed to a strong friendship.
Now, there are very few weeks that go by without my world being lit up with
Kalli, who I can honestly say is one of my best friends. Through one of my
mother’s work friends, Julie Harrison, I have become increasingly more involved
with Special Olympics. I have volunteered and cheered at power lifting,
cycling, gymnastics, and swimming. The past 3 years I have enjoyed volunteering
and participating in our local opening ceremonies for Special Olympic Games.
Every time I go to an event, I meet great new people and have valuable new
experiences. I was selected as the Greater Fort Worth Area Special Olympics
Unified Athlete of the Year in 2010 for my participation with Kalli and Colby’s
team.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In addition to my work with
Special Olympics, I have volunteered at a social skills day camp for
Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD the past 3 summers. This camp is for students with
autism and has created unforgettable memories.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I am a friend, model, and supporter to the many students that
participate in this program.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Most recently, and possibly most importantly, I have become
very active in the Ban the R Word campaign. By hanging up pledge posters in
several classrooms, passing out stickers and spreading awareness of the harm in
the word “retard,” I helped to create an accepting and loving environment at my
school. In the future, I hope to continue my work with the Ban the R Word
campaign at my new high school. I hope to become a special education teacher
and coach in a secondary school.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
believe that my experiences with Kalli and Colby have helped me define myself
as a person. Finally, through my work with Special Olympics, I have made my
decision and goal to further the knowledge, awareness and inclusion of children
with intellectual disabilities in schools across the country. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you’re interested in helping some of the non-profits in
which Katie is involved, you can use the links below to get more information
and/or make a donation!</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.sotx.org/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">http://www.sotx.org/</span></a></div>
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<a href="https://secure3.convio.net/sotx/site/Donation2?df_id=1680&1680.donation=form1"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">https://secure3.convio.net/sotx/site/Donation2?df_id=1680&1680.donation=form1</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.r-word.org/r-word-history-campaign.aspx"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">http://www.r-word.org/r-word-history-campaign.aspx</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://sotx.convio.net/site/PageServer?pagename=MiM_Involved_Unified_SpSorts"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">http://sotx.convio.net/site/PageServer?pagename=MiM_Involved_Unified_SpSorts</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you prefer to use US Post, you can send donations to:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Special Olympics Area
11</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">6707 Brentwood Stair
Road, Suite 218</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Fort Worth, TX<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>76112</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">You can specify that you want the money to stay in Area 11
and even whether you want it to go to Unified Sports or the Special Olympics
program in that area. We encourage you to go online and look at all the great ways you can help!</span></div>
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<br /></div>Tamara @ Lovin' Scoopfulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431047674637564516noreply@blogger.com0