Happy Armed Forces Day to our heroes

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Barbara Platt, Barbara's Beat

We don't say it often enough. But, on special days like Armed Forces Day, it reminds us to let you know. 

You and your families are brave, dedicated and sacrifice a lot. We do appreciate it more than we say. Thank you for serving our country. 

Happy Mother's Day family and friends

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Barbara Platt, Barbara's Beat

I hope your day is filled with love, and happiness.

Win a $245 American Girl Luciana Prize Pack 2/2

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Barbara Platt, Barbara's Beat

The American Girl Luciana Giveaway was a success as we had over 2,000 people who entered the giveaway. This morning the winner was pulled and verified. The winner had posted a comment on one of the participating blogs as that was a mandatory entry. Her name is Tiffany Schmidt and she has been emailed and has accepted. Thanks to all who participated, and look for more giveaways. 

My granddaughter loves @AmericanGirl. Every year she can't wait to learn who will be the Girl of the Year. She's really excited about Luciana Vega, because she loves science and when her mom was a girl she attended Space Camp^®.



American Girl's doll of the year, Luciana Vega officially launched on Jan. 1, and is a "champion of STEM and a natural-born leader who puts her whole heart into making her dreams a reality,” says Katy Dickson, president of American Girl.

Barbara's Beat has teamed up with some blogger friends to offer one of our readers their own Luciana Doll, Book, Space Suit, Accessory Pack and Flight Suit! The Space Suit is currently available exclusively to AG Rewards members through 7/31. Membership is free and sign up can be done at www.americangirl.com/rewards.