All posts by Anne Younger

Anne is a 30-something full-time SAHM mom of 5 ranging from 3 to 17 and grandma of 1 who resides in Ashwaubenon (Green Bay) Wisconsin. She started blogging in 2008 as a way to regain her sanity. She enjoys coffee, chocolate, cheeseburgers and vodka along with spending time with her husband and kids.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows: The Quest

I live in a house of Harry Potter fanatics.
Right down to the little guy.
The Alex….he is a die hard Potter fan.
We’re talking midnight movie releases, rereading each book multiple times and he owns at least 2 copies of each book and all of the movies on VHS, DVD and Blu-Ray.
Yeah, he’s got it bad!!!

So, you can just imagine his excitement when I told him all about Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows: The Quest!

Harry Potter: The Quest, is a global online adventure celebrating Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ – Part 1 and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ – Part 2.

Registration for Harry Potter: The Quest is free!!

Registered users can play games, watch videos and experience all kinds of Harry Potter goodness to earn points as a global community. As the global community reaches a predetermined point level each week, they will earn exciting rewards such as exclusive never-before-seen content from all the Harry PotterTM movies and more.

Did I mention that registered participants are eligible to receive monthly prizes?
Yes!!!
PRIZES!!!
You can win things like Harry Potter merchandise, tickets to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Blu-rays, DVDs, Games and MORE!!! There are also 2 Grand Prize sweepstake opportunities for registrants of Harry Potter: The Quest. The first sweepstake opportunity is a chance to win tickets for two to attend the world premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly HallowsTM – Part 2 in London this July. The second sweepstake opportunity will be announced later in the year.

So, what are you waiting for?
Start playing today!
Just head over to Harry Potter: The Quest!

Disclaimer:  This information was provided to me by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment to help spread the word at my own discretion.  As fans of Harry Potter, we decided to participate.

The Megalomaniac Mommy’s Blogaversary Bash

On April 15th, The Megalomaniac Mommy Blog will be turning 2!

In honor of this joyous occasion, we are celebrating by throwing a Blogaversary Bash and you’re invited!

I am happy to announce that I have some awesome giveaways in store for the blogaversary bash!

Giveaways will begin to go live on March 21st so  be sure to keep your eyes peeled!

 

 

Red Gold Tomatoes & Taco Casserole Recipe

We like being experimental when it comes to meals in our house. For some reason, we have some picky eaters. It is because of this that I turn to a lot of casserole type dishes as a way to sometimes disguise what we are eating.

Let me tell you….it works.
I’ve had my kids eating vegetables and a variety of meats they usually wouldn’t thanks to my casserole concoctions.

My latest creation, Taco Casserole, was inspired because 1 – I hate the mess that traditional tacos make and 2- Red Gold was kind enough to send us an AWESOME sampler pack of tomato products and it contained a can of Red Gold Petite Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies.

For this concoction, we used the Red Gold Petite Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies.

It was quick and easy to make and sooooooo good!!!!

 

Taco Casserole

*20oz Italian Season Jennie-O ground turkey- browned. (These days, ground turkey is a staple in our house and has replaced ground beef.)
*1 package of 12 whole wheat tortillas
*1 can sliced black olives
*1 cup chopped lettuce
*3 cups shredded Mexican flavored cheese
*1 can Red Gold Petite Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles
*1/2 diced Green onion (optional)
*1/2 cup sour cream
*1 can vegetarian refried beans (optional)
*Cooking spray

Directions

1. Spray the bottom and sides of a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Lay tortilla across the bottom and sides of pan (takes me 6).

3. Apply a thin layer of sour cream on top of the tortillas.

4.If you are using refried beans, apply a layer of beans on top of sour cream.

5. Sprinkle a portion of the ground turkey on top of beans.

6. Continue to layer with cheese, small portion of green onions, olives, lettuce and tomatoes.

7. After first layer is complete, place 3 tortillas across the top and layer again until out of meat. ( I get 3 layers each time).

8. Top with cheese and olives and bake at 350* for 15 minutes until cheese is melted and a golden brown color!

Cut and enjoy!


(Sorry for the picture quality, it was taken by the Alex with his cell phone!)


Disclaimer: I was provided with a sample product from Red Gold Tomatoes. Red Gold Tomatoes does not represent or warrant the accuracy of any statements or product claims made here, nor does it endorse any opinions expressed within this blogsite. The opinions stated from me are 100% mine and they are my true thoughts.

What My Precious Kid Can Do For Your Family

Many of you may not know, but there is a great company called My Precious Kid that carries child safety products, safe baby gear, and cloth diapers. Our family has purchased a few items from My Precious Kid including sliding door latches for our closets, a stroller organizer and we’ve have had the pleasure of reviewing the Child Safety Pack.

With My Precious Kid, we have had nothing but positive experiences and are looking forward to purchasing a few new items soon. We are in need of a new gate, since ours has seen better days in addition to a few other safety products as well.

If your family is getting ready to baby proof your home check out the variety of products that My Precious Kid has to offer before running to a chain store. From my own experience, I have found that My Precious Kid’s prices are lower than those found in-store. I don’t know about you, but I like to save money!!

To learn more about My Precious Kid please visit their Facebook page or Website.  You can read our previous review on My Precious Kid here.

Disclaimer: This blog is participating in a giveaway from My Precious Kid. My Precious Kid doesn’t represent or warrant the accuracy of any statements or product claims made here, nor does it endorse any opinions expressed within this blogsite. The opinions stated from me are 100% mine and they are my true thoughts