Stories can be published on the website for others to view or kept private for only the judges eyes. Inspiration stories can be submitted up to March 1st, when the panel of judges will narrow down the list down to ten finalists. The ten finalists will then be honored at a luncheon and luxury weekend in New York City in May! With nine of these finalists being awarded $10,000 for their commitment to caring. The grand prize winner will be awarded $25,000.

Last year’s grand prize winner was Judy McAtee. She has fostered 30 children, mother of 12 (including 10 adopted children), and a provider of counseling for 18 families going through the adoption process. And if this was not enough, Judy is also an advocate for children with special needs (as a result of caring for a child with special needs), but she also does home-schooling and tutoring for children other than her own. She is truly an inspiration to women all over the world. To view a video of Judy’s story, you may find it in the archives.

Good luck, caregivers!

And let me tell you, it is a collection worth scopin’ out! I have already purchased more than I should have and intend on going back for more. I am a very price conscious shopper, so when I hear about name brand children’s retailers I am always a bit reluctant. 77Kids prices are fairly reasonable, but their sales make that much more tempting to do a bit of online shopping.

When you visit the 77Kids website, be sure to sign up for their shopping spree sweepstakes. One lucky winner will win a $500 shopping spree, while five others will receive $100 gift certificates. Good luck to those of you who enter the sweepstakes! If you win, be sure to drop us a line and tell us about it. We love hearing from our readers when we have directed them towards a sweepstakes and find out that they have won!

To enter yourself into this sweepstakes, simply go to Pepto Cherry Taste Adevnture website. Once you have entered for the Grand Prize giveaway, you will automatically be entered for the Weekly Prizes- including travel expert Andrew Zimmern’s DVD collection, a $100 dining card, a 5 quart dutch oven and much, much more! For more chances to win, enter the contest daily!

This year, Land’s End is offering families a chance to get together at The Resort at Paws Up in Montana! Grand prizes winners will win a 7 night get away for up to 12 people at The Resort at Paws Up, which includes round-trip airfare, meals and four half-day wilderness adventures per person and also includes a new waterproof Windfall outerwear package. Wilderness adventures vary from dog sledding, sleigh rides, snowmobiling, horse back riding and much more.

Second prize winners will receive the Cashmere Great Get Together package with Land’s End’s high-quality cashmere sweater and scarves. Third prize wins Fleece Great Get Together package with cozy fleece jackets and accessories for the whole family!

For a chance to win these great prizes, please visit the Land’s End website. Entries will be accepted through noon of October 30, 2008. To enter, just fill out the online entry form and submit an up-to-300 word essay and photo of your most memorable family get together!