April 22, 2012

Mom ME Time - Win a Wonderful Healing Spa Basket from Baskets-N-Beyond


Welcome to the Mom ME Time Giveaway Event coordinated by The Maven of Social Media, Formula Mom, and Tales From the Nursery! This event will take place from 12:01am EST on April 22nd through 11:59pm EST on April 28th.

Mother's Day is fast approaching and we want to help YOU find the perfect gift for that special woman in your life (or to treat yourself - we won't judge)! Every blog participating in this event will feature awesome gifts that are perfect for giving to moms on Mother's Day. Each prize will be valued at $25+ plus we have a couple awesome grand prizes that are available for a couple lucky readers. We really want to help all our fellow mamas out there to get a little bit of ME time and hopefully these prizes will help do just that!

Two lucky winners will receive (1) $100 Spa & Wellness Gift Cars by Spa Week to help pamper themselves and massage the stress away. Spa & Wellness Gift Cards are accepted at over 5,000 spa locations across North America. A third lucky winner will receive a Godiva coffee and breakfast gift basket sure to pamper their taste buds. The gift cards are open to US and Canada while the gift basket is open to US only. So be sure to enter the Grand Prizes!

And check out the other blogs for some great giveaways as well!

My prize package is a wonderful Healing Spa Basket from Baskets-N-Beyond valued at $69.99.


Dream sweet dreams with the comforting aromatherapy bath and body treats included  in the Essential Healing Spa gift basket.  Great for pampering your body, your spirit and your tastebuds.

This basket has moisturizing body lotion, moisturizing bath & body wash, moisturizing bath and body scrub, moisturing body spray, and moisturizing bath salts with a sea sponge as well as an aromatherapy pillar candle.

You also get a soothing gel eye mask, a back massager, a pedicure set, some lovely herbal tea and truffles, chocolate cream-filled wafer roll cookies and a 100% cotton bath towel all in a useful and charming countertop bath caddy.

The scent of this gift is mango, magnolia or vanilla, depending on availability.

From Baskets-N-Beyond:  We make changes to our inventory based on product availability, new trends in the gourmet food industry and seasonal restrictions. Therefore, we reserve the right to substitute an item with one of equal or greater value. Quality will never be compromised. We cannot ship chocolate during the summer months (May-Sept); appropriate substitutions for chocolate items will be made.

My thoughts: This is the basket I received and I loved it. It was so beautiful to look at I almost (I say, almost!) didn't want to open it. But, open it I did of course. I had been working particularly hard that week and this was heaven in a basket. After dinner, I was able to find that coveted "ME" time, and took a wonderful bath in candlelight. All cell phones off!

The mango scent I received was not too strong and had a light fruit scent. I found it very refreshing and enjoyed breathing it in as I unwound from the stresses of the week. I love the sea sponge. It felt very natural on my skin unlike those with artificial fibers. I dried off with my new bath towel, then moisturized my skin with the lotion. I felt renewed.

The tea, truffles and cookies were a treat as well! The massager felt great on sore muscles.

The next day I gave myself a pedicure and found that my heels were rougher than I thought, painted my toenails and wore my sandals this past weekend with a flowery dress out for dinner. I felt lighter and much more relaxed.

I love the presentation with silk flowers and beautiful colors and the tray which I will surely be using.

And, I have to add that I am really happy with the gel eye mask. When I stay up late (often!), either working or otherwise, my eyes sometimes are puffy or even hurt the next day. I love the way the gel beads can be easily cooled and when I rest the mask over my eyes, they feel wonderful and so soothed.

This was really an unexpected treat and I'm very happy that one of you will be winning a similar basket from the wonderful Baskets-N-Beyond. Just enter the Rafflecopter, and best of luck!

Please see my review post about this wonderful company here and check out their website, facebook and twitter to find wonderful Mother's Day gifts and baskets for every occasion.

Disclaimer: I received a sample to facilitate my review however all opinions expressed herein are my own.


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336 comments:

  1. There's a way to destress? I haven't quite figured out how yet!

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  2. gardening, cleaning, reading and hanging out with friend

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  3. listening to music and/or playing computer games.

    bizzley at msn dot com

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  4. I like to read a good book to destress

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  5. My favorite ways to de-stress are a hot bath and sleep!

    wendym at cableone dot net

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  6. I like the Do Not Disturb Weekend Spa Retreat

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  7. I love to listen to jazz or just turn everything off and listen to the rain, the ocean, the birds singing...whatever I'm near. And I will do the deep breathing quite often.

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  8. I would LOVE the Weekend Gardener Basket! Perfect!

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  9. I destress with a hot bubble bath!

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  10. I take a bath, listen to a good album, and doze off.

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  11. Having my husband take the children away for an hour. That's it. I don't even have to do anything for the hour :D (I have 2 under 5) I do like hot baths and long walks though.
    Thank you for the chance to win!
    candicesweeps@yahoo dot com

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  12. Taking long walks destresses me.

    rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com

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  13. Workout, then shower. Takes all my stree away.

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  14. I love to run and I also love to relax in a hot bubble bath while listening to classical music.

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  15. I like the healing spa kit. My mom is sick.

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  16. I like to watch tv or read a book.

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  17. I either go for a walk, or take a bubble bath

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  18. I like the cookies in bloom basket.

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  19. A few minutes in my husband's arms, a cup of cinnamon tea, and an hour vegging on the couch with my kids watching Discovery or History.

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  20. Nice hot bubble bath scented with lavender.. candles lit. Then curl up and watch a movie. chefl@swbell.net

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  21. My favorite is always chocolate, and these are delightful! http://www.baskets-n-beyond.com/catalog/godiva-chocolates/godiva-bakery-dessert-truffles-p-138.html

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  22. Love the Do Not Disturb Weekend Spa!

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  23. I take a hot shower, alone all alone with the door locked.
    Kims2312@verizon.net

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  24. I like the Essence of Lavender Basket
    Kims2312@verizon.net

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  25. Lying in a sweet-smelling bubble bath with candles burning.

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  26. I like to destress with yoga.

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  27. I like to sit at the beach and listen to the waves to help dis-stress.

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  28. My favorite way to de-stress is to sit and listen to the waves crashing on the beach.

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  29. I would love Sweet Temptations basket!

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  30. Get a cup of tea and start reading my next book! It really mellows me out.

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  31. by taking a hot bath.

    slb3334@gmail.com

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  32. GARDENING PLEASURES GIFT TOTE would be a perfect gift.

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  33. I take deep breaths and listen to my favorite music.

    Bshaw75015@aol.com

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  34. My favorite way to relax is to soak in in a warm bubble bath with a glass of wine and a good book.

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  35. bath time! I just have to remember to lock the door or the kids come in and it's not so relaxing after all..

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  36. A HOT BATH, SWIMMING,PLAYING WITH MY KIDS!

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  37. Kosher Shiva - Silver IS MY FAVORITE!

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  38. Reading a book, Going down to beach with a towel laying out and relaxin

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  39. Going for a walk/run helps me a lot!
    Thank you.

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  40. Favorite - Godiva Bakery Dessert Truffles.

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  41. Swimming, hot tub, or a hot bath.

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  42. A very very hot and soothing bath with candles lit close by.

    ltessha@yahoo.com

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  43. My fave is the gardening basket.

    letessha@yahoo.com

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  44. Gardening Pleasures Gift Tote

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  45. My favorite way to destress is to curl up on the couch and watch a movie with a cup of tea.

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  46. I like the "Garden of Bliss" basket.

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  47. Sit back with a cup of tea and relax

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  48. Bubble bath with no phone and no kids. Take me away.
    elysesw@aol.com

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  49. A bubble bath with no phone and no kids. Take me away....
    elysesw@aol.com

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  50. Massage,bubble bath,pedicure.Thanks for the giveaway.

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  51. Taking a nice long hot bubble bath, and reading a book

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  52. Reading and bowling

    Love3570@aol.com

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  53. Destress by reading a fiction

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  54. I like the chocolate decadence basket

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  55. I like to escape with a good book and a glass of wine or a cup of tea to relax!

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  56. Hot bath & glass of wine! grammypenny@frontier.com

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  57. Soaking in the hot tub
    sylviawhit@gmail.com

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  58. Working in my flowers. There is something about digging in the dirt that relieves my stress.

    beh2351@frontier.com

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  59. Take a long shower

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  60. I relax with a hot bath, a glass of wine and a good book.

    abfantom at yahoo dot com

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  61. I signed up for Baskets-n-Beyond's newsletter.

    abfantom at yahoo dot com

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  62. I like Baskets-n-Beyond's Birthday Blast Gift baske

    abfantom at yahoo dot com

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  63. I love to read a good book to de-stress.
    Dede

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  64. My hot tub is my stress relief.

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  65. I go for a walk. It helps clear my head and help me going for the day!
    pauline15_01(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  66. Knitting or cross stitching help me to de-stress.
    l_dog542 at yahoo dot com

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  67. Hot bubble bath, reading a good book until u drift off into a nice long cozy nap. yeah, i never get to do that though...

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  68. Gardening Pleasures, Love you mom and the cute baby boy one with the elephants that i cant remember the name of

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  69. I like to drink a glass of wine or a cup of tea (depending on the time)to destress. I also like to play silly games with my grandkids to blow off steam.
    Susan Chester

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  70. vegging on my computer is how i destress

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  71. An afternoon nap does wonders for me. Please accept my entry. Thank you.

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  72. I like to destress by watching videos on youtube of funny animals.

    valeriano (dot) leanne (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  73. I definitely would love the delicious cookies basket :)

    valeriano (dot) leanne (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  74. I go to the spa once a month for a facial, manicure, pedicure and massage. It is a great way to destress.

    Thanks for the great giveaway opportunity. ~Pauline

    dod@rogers.com

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  75. bubble bath candles and a good book

    catherine0807 at hotmail dot com

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  76. i like the Sweet Temptation Basket

    catherine0807 at hotmail dot com

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  77. I like to take bubble baths and enter giveaways
    2dogs5catscrew@att.net

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  78. I like the Pampering Basket
    2dogs5catscrew@att.net

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  79. I do deep breathing techniques and take quiet walks.

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  80. I love the TASTE OF ITALY GIFT BASKET, that would be a great gift for several occasions

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  81. i a nice cup of hot tea and my favorite music

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  82. Get Well Basket
    with my BD and this Medical Issues would be perfect for me
    sue14625@gmail.com

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  83. HORTON111@AOL.COM

    WATCH A MURDER/MYSTERY MOVIE

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  84. HORTON111@AOL.COM

    I LIKE THE Chocolate Decadence BASKET

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  85. A hot shower/bath, a cup of tea, and a good book.

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  86. I go to the river and just listen to the water.
    raindance53@hotmail.com

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  87. I settle down with a good book.

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  88. Play games on the computer or work word puzzles.

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  89. listen to music or watch tv crystletellerday@yahoo.com

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  90. the sunflowers pot crystletellerday@yahoo.com

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  91. Super hot bubble baths!

    cherriesjessilee at gmail dot com

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  92. I like to take a long bath.
    austma7@aol.com

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  93. I love to read to destress
    marypopmom@yahoo.com

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  94. reading, watching tv, going for walks

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  95. Bubble baths, playing games, and going for a walk.

    longshaw4735@hotmail.com

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  96. Soak in a bubble bath

    brn2lisn {AT} gmail [dot] com

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  97. My favorite way of destressing is sitting outside by myself just enjoying nature

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  98. I live in the middle of nowhere so I like to go outside & scream every once in a while. I also like to set up something from grandma's yardsell barn (I've tried sell it but no one will buy) & shoot at it.
    rierie11booger (@) yahoo.com

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  99. Walking, reading, meditating are my destress options and failing these chocolate works!

    apoalillo {AT} hotmail dot com

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  100. walking and long shower or driving

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  101. I love to take a long hot shower

    owen.darlene@gmail.com

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  102. I love the Baby Boy - Platinum basket

    owen.darlene@gmail.com

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  103. hot bath and book
    jessicawedwards@gmail.com

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  104. Watching Dancing with the Stars with friends!!

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  105. Exercise or get a massage!
    becca9916 at gmail dot com

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  106. I like to take a long bath and read a good book.

    mia at jacobsracing dot com

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  107. I collect teas and have a calm music/white noise app on my iPod. Soo letting that play, drinking my tea and reading or being lazier and watching some Foreign movies(my favorite is Paris, Je'taime) and just relaxing.

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  108. Jogging is my favorite.

    brittanif at gmail dot com

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  109. Reading or listening to music.

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  110. I like to hit the gym to destress

    Hotsnotty2@hotmail.com

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  111. Sitting on the beach reading a book!

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  112. I love to read - to me, that's relaxing!

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  113. my favorite basket is cookies in bloom!

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  114. Christina - xristya@rock.com: Walk by the lake with my dog Birdie; a picnic; long hot bath with wine and a good book to read and the fan and music on to blot out everything!

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  115. a bubble bath with a good book and some candlelight

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  116. i love taking lighting a candle, taking a bubble bath and reading a book

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  117. by taking a bath with essential oils!

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  118. I destress by taking a nap or reading a book. Thanks.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  119. Pefectly Pampered Spa Gift
    is one of my faves. Thanks.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  120. Music, candles, and darkness :)

    Rachael Henzman

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  121. I like the pampering basket!

    Rachael Henzman

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  122. reading and music

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  123. a hot bubblebath with soft music and a glass of wine or two. reading also does it for me
    mverno@roadrunner.com

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  124. i like the healing spa basket
    mverno@roadrunner.com

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  125. My favorite way to destress is to soak in a warm scented bath with candles and soft music playing.

    jlritter68 at hotmail.com

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  126. My room shut the door put on a good movie and just lay there in relax

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  127. Pillow Gift Set
    weta1972@yahoo.com

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  128. To relax, my favorite thing is to lock myself in my room and read a good book. :) My favorite basket is the Essence of Lavender Basket

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  129. I like walking!

    brandi.westmorelandATgmailDOTcom

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  130. Bubble bath, glass of wine and candles.

    kayswederski at yahoo dot com

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  131. To relax I like hiding in bed with a good book

    (jen487@hotmail.com)

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  132. I love soaking in a good hot bath.

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  133. Curl up with a good book!

    isabelli3619 (at) aol (dot) com

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  134. I like the Weekend Gardener Basket.

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  135. Soaking in a nice hot bath.

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  136. To relieve stress I go and lay down in my bedroom
    shilobeedy@gmail.com

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  137. Warm bath, coffee, chocolate and a good book.

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  138. I love to read a good novel- nothing heavy, usually some sci-fi

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  139. Read a good book or take a nap!

    Dawn
    www.cheapisthenewclassy.com

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  140. I like the Godiva Chocolates Basket!

    Dawn
    www.cheapisthenewclassy.com

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  141. I like to have a nice cup of tea and read a great book.

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  142. hot bubble bath - works every time.

    Thanks!

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  143. i like the Chocolate Decadence.

    Thanks!

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  144. Dark Chocolate and Red Wine :)

    ktgonyea at gmail.com

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  145. Reading, taking a hot bath and drinking wine!

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  146. I like the Pillow Gift Set - http://www.baskets-n-beyond.com/catalog/disturb/pillow-gift-p-321.html

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  147. Thanks for a great giveaway!

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  148. I love curling up on the couch with a good book to read

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  149. I love to take a hot bath to de-stress.

    tderosa142 at gmail dot com

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  150. I love the Sunflowers Pot.

    tderosa142 at gmail dot com

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  151. De-stress?! Spa day! Massage, facial, mani/pedi, hair done. A glass of wine then sleep. ;) Sometimes I like to run..helps clear my mind. Oh and copious amounts of chocolate!

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  152. So hard to choose. Love the Spa Basket and the Italian basket. I want them all!! @Lavesq

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  153. A hot cup of tea and a good book. suilecpep (at)hotmail (dot)com

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  154. Traci Lynn ButlerApril 26, 2012 at 3:40 PM

    A bubble bath!

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  155. A nice long bubble bath!
    ptavernie at yahoo dot com

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  156. Lay back in the quiet and just relax. If that's not possible I just try to think of something happy.
    kathyross75@yahoo.com

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  157. ESSENCE OF LAVENDER SPA BASKET.
    kathyross75@yahoo.com

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  158. I love curling up with a good book to relax.

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  159. I like the Do Not Disturb Weekend Spa Retreat

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  160. I like to de-stress with a long hot shower at the end of the day

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  161. A good long workout followed by some time in the sauna always relaxes me!

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  162. a nice book is always great

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  163. i like Book Lovers Gift Basket

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  164. I like to turn off the phone(s), pour a glass of wine, and either watch a movie, or read a book.

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  165. thanks for the contest! I love a long bath and to condition my hair...

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  166. Take time alone in my bedroom and just sit and enjoy the quiet, or take a nap!

    Shannon M Gallagher on rafflecopter

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