American Style

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Erin

American Style

By Erin

There’s a new horse at the barn, and he’s a pretty special guy. Narrowly escaping death as the decision to put him down had been made for the next day as there was no solid interest in him, due to him needing an expensive surgery ($3850) to fix a right hind fractured fetlock followed by 5 months of layup. Luckily for this special guy, American Style, The Dolly Green Foundation donated funds for his surgery and After the Finish Line will be funding his lay up cost for 5 months! He is now with us at Equine Racers for his layup and aftercare from his surgery and for re-training to find a forever home once he’s cleared to start work again. Isn’t he a doll? Just look at that face!

American Style is a 2011 Thoroughbred Gelding standing at 16.3 hands high. He was unplaced in 4 starts during his racing career. This incredibly well bred son of Papa Clem out of a Swiss Yodeler mare has major sporthorse and class breeding. American Style retired from racing due to a right hind fractured fetlock. He is looking to start another career as a dressage or as a hunter/jumper horse once he is sound again, hopefully this summer. His prognosis is very good for a full recovery after his surgery.

This boy is such a sweetheart. Extra money is still needed though for his routine vet care, farrier, and extra feed for him! If you would like to donate you may via PayPal to equineracers@aol.com subject American Style, all donations are tax deductible!

My first visit with American Style. He was so curious, he couldn’t stand still long enough for me to get a clear shot of him! He wanted to leave his stall to go check out everything. Silly guy, but oh so sweet!

Pretty In Pink at Knott’s For the Cure #KnottsPink @Knotts

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Erin

Pretty In Pink at Knott’s For the Cure

By Erin

* This is written by me for GigaSavvy. I do not work for or with any brand mentioned in this article, nor do I have any official relationship with them. I attended a media event for “Knott’s Berry Farm for the Cure” with complementary passes. All thoughts and opinions remain my own.*

Have you been to Knott’s lately? If you have, you may have noticed a lot of pink and hearts decorating the park. No, it’s not for Valentine’s Day, but for something even more special and important. Knott’s Berry Farm is proudly partnering up with Susan G. Komen Orange County for the second year in a row to offer a very special “Pink Ticket” through March 27th, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Susan G Komen Orange County, your local breast health organization helping to serve women and save lives.

At the kick off event for Knott’s Pink for the Cure, we were able to honor an amazing fellow blogger and dear friend, Jaime Jenkins of Polka Dots on Parade, who’s currently fighting breast cancer and is a beautiful, positive woman! She is such a ray of sunshine and brings joy and happiness wherever she goes. Her strength and bright spirit has inspired many of us; her smile will light up the room, her hugs will lift your spirit with how powerful they are, her energy and enthusiasm is contagious.

Jaime Jenkins, of Polka Dots on Parade, follow her on Twitter: @laderalady and myself.

KNOTT’S BERRY FARM FOR THE CURE

“Pink Tickets”

Through March 27, Knott’s Berry Farm and Susan G. Komen Orange County are offering special “Pink Tickets” (order online) and a limited edition of specially designed Knott’s for the Cure “pink” merchandise. The merchandise is super cute and very affordable.

At the kickoff event, many of the amazing women who are Pink Warriors, survivors of breast cancer, rode on the Jaguar ride at Knott’s. Many of these courageous ladies will fight every day of their life to make it through this. Their strength and positivity amazes and inspires me. I just love Jaime’s contagious smile here. It is just full of pure joy! 🙂

Del Taco’s New Turkey Tacos with Jennie-O Turkey & Giveaway! @DelTaco #EatWellWithDel #TurkeyTaco

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Erin

Del Taco’s New Turkey Tacos with Jennie-O Turkey & Giveaway!

By Erin

Turkey is the perfect way to kick off the New Year. Turkey Tacos are only 150 calories each; which makes for the perfect option when you are in a hurry for lunch or dinner. For Del Taco guests that are wanting to keep their New Year’s resolutions of eating healthier, these make a great better-for-you alternative. I received a gift card to sample the new Turkey Tacos, made with Jennie-O Turkey. I was pleasantly surprised with how much I ended up liking them, as they were filled with bursts of different flavors.

Del Taco has teamed up with JENNIE-O®, a recognized leader in turkey worldwide, and have developed a lean, seasoned ground turkey recipe, using a special blend of spices. The turkey has 33 percent less fat, but still maintains that same craveable flavor fans know and love. The menu highlights Del Taco best-sellers: Turkey Taco (only 150 calories), Turkey Combo Burrito, Turkey CrunchTada Tostada and Deluxe Turkey Taco Salad.

Del Taco’s turkey menu features the following items (price and participation may vary):

Turkey Tacos: a crunchy corn or soft flour tortilla layered with lean, seasoned ground turkey, crisp lettuce, and freshly hand-grated cheddar cheese, all topped with hand-made pico de gallo.
Turkey Combo Burrito: lean, seasoned ground turkey, with slow-cooked beans made from scratch, freshly hand-grated cheddar cheese, and zesty red sauce, in a warm flour tortilla.
Turkey CrunchTada Tostada: a thick, wavy, crunchy corn shell layered with slow-cooked beans made from scratch, signature tangy taco sauce, lean, seasoned ground turkey, crisp lettuce, and freshly hand-grated cheddar cheese.
Deluxe Turkey Taco Salad: lean, seasoned ground turkey, with slow-cooked beans made from scratch, crisp lettuce, fresh tomatoes, hand-grated cheddar cheese, cool sour cream, tangy guacamole, and mild taco sauce, served in a crunchy tortilla bowl.

Get in on the Turkey talk by using hashtag #eatwellwithdel on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Have you tried one of these delicious turkey tacos yet? You now have the chance to try them on me! Enter for a chance to win a $20 Gift Card to Del Taco! 😉 See sweepstakes section for complete list of rules. Ends 2/6/15 at 12AM PST.

GOOD-LUCK!!!! 🙂 <3

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While you’re waiting to see who wins the gift card, why don’t you head on over to Del Taco’s website where you can get a coupon for one free Turkey Taco with any purchase.

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Disclosure: I received a gift card to sample their turkey tacos. All thoughts and opinions are my own and the Gift Card Prize is to be fulfilled by the sponsor. 🙂