Fun and Silly Kids Mustache Crafts for Movember

Support Men's Health during the month of November by sporting a real of fake moustache!! I've created a little Pinterest Round-up of a few cute and fun mustache crafts that are sure to put you in the Movember mood! :D

ENJOY!

DIY Mustache Pacifiers

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Babies first 'stache

Easy Glitter Mustache Christmas Ornament DIY

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Who said that you couldn't theme your Christmas using the good ol' mustache!?

Mustache Mug

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"I mustache you what your drinking there miss."

Silly Mustaches

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Isn't my best-friend the coolest mustache model that you ever did see?

Emergency Mustache

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Never leave home without your handy dandy Emergency Moustache!!
You never know when you'll need a quick 'stach, without warning!!

Silly Mustache Straws

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Didn't you know that a straw'stache is all the rage this month?

Felt Shoe'staches

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Those are some fancy shoes you have there,
I mustache you how you made them?!

Mustache Hairbows

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There's no better place for a hairy moustache then on-top of a hairy head! Don't you agree?

Don't forget to visit the host blogs to view the full craft and directions!

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Purple Ribbon Awareness Auction

On October 29th, beginning at 7:30pm EST, I'll be hosting an Awareness Auction for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It's being called the Purple Ribbon Awareness Auction and I've gotten some really great items from wonderful sponsors, that will be auctioned off for donations to be put toward helping victims of domestic violence. The Auction will be begin on October 29 and will continue on for 24-48 hours. The length depends on the turn out. Some of the items being auctioned off will be Jewelry, New Kids Toys, Hand-Made Purple Ribbon Art, Woman's Trench-Coat, plus more! All money raised during the auction will be donated to help Domestic Violence Services in Buncombe County, NC. Helpmate is a domestic violence help center and shelter located in Asheville NC and has been helping the victims of Buncombe County for over 30 years. They have sheltered and assisted many women and children who were being abused by a loved one. Helpmate is my chosen non-profit to help out this year. I personally know how hard it can be to get out of a troubling situation of that sort and that's the exact reason why I'm holding this auction - To do my part in helping to Stop Domestic Violence and Spread the much needed Awareness!

To get a sneak peak of what's to come during the Purple Ribbon Awareness Auction, I hope you will attend the Purple Ribbon Awareness Twitter Party on October 23 at 8pm EST. During the party, participants will get the chance to win a few small prizes to help stir up excitement for the auction. There will be trivia questions and possibly even a small scavenger hunt. I'll also be sharing tips and information about Domestic Violence as well as how and where you can find help if you ever happen to find yourself or a loved one in trouble. As mentioned, I myself am a Domestic Violence Survivor and know how the smallest amount abuse can cause lasting effects which has the ability change you, as a person, as well as the way you view life. During the Twitter Party I'll share a few details of my story and give some insights of what to expect during the Awareness Auction on 10/29. By attending the Party and Auction, you will not only be helping out and supporting a great cause but you can also do some early Holiday shopping as well! They'll be items for children as well as adults and Don't forget that ALL PROCEEDS GO TO HELPING TO STOP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, Every dime :)

Strength comes in numbers and I am only 1!

If we all come together, learn our options, get to know ourselves and each other while standing strong together as ONE... We can spark a change! I'm not just talking about women and children being the victims... Men can be used and abused just as easily as women can, it just don't happen as often so it's less talked about.

Domestic Abuse is similar to being a huge purple elephant in the middle of a crowed room while no one is brave enough to ask questions! This year - these purple elephants are going to be heard!

Among the prizes available are: One-of-a-kind Hand-Made Awareness Art, A Children's Book, DVDs and more. 
keep up with all of the activities during the Twitter party, Follow the username @AutoFaerie and the hastag #PurpleRibbonAwareness

Remember the Domestic Violence Angels Giveaway!

Welcome to the

Remember the Domestic Violence Angels

Giveaway!

Hosted By My Kind Of Introduction

Sponsored By Hand Made Jewelry by Trip

Domestic Violence can really break a woman's self-confidence and make her feel like she's not beautiful and unwanted. Feeling pretty and being told that we are beautiful is very important to how we see our self as women. If you don't feel pretty then your not happy! No woman should be told that she isn't pretty. 

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month I'm giving everyone, including all DV survivors and victims, the chance to WIN a pair of Purple Beaded Angel Earrings from the Facebook Boutique - Hand Made Jewelry by Trip

Trip has been kind enough to donate a couple pairs of her earrings to help raise funds and awareness for a wonderful cause and I couldn't be happier about working with her! Please give her a visit and Thank her for Supporting Domestic Violence Awareness and my #PurpleRibbonAwareness Event!
Don't forget to tell her My Kind Of Introduction sent you! 

(My Kind Of Introduction - @The Realm Of Freebies Deals and Fun or Autumn, It's all me and she'll know who you mean!)

The other earrings will be auctioned off during the #PurpleRibbonAwareness Auction on October 29, beginning at 7:00pm on the facebook page The Realm Of Freebies Deals and Fun. Some of the items available for purchase will be Jewelry, Children's toys (new), Gift Certificates and more! Please come out and support this important cause!
Great way to start your Holiday shopping!

This giveaway is for everyone but I would love for them to go to a Domestic Violence Survivor or a victim who needs a "Pick me up"

If you know someone who deserves a Domestic Violence Angel, Enter this giveaway and win her a pair to show her that she is NOT ALONE and that we love her for who she is!!

This giveaway runs through November 1, 11:59pm
Open to US and Canada
Full Giveaway Rules can be found in the Terms and Conditions on the Giveaway Form below!

Good Luck to you all!!
Remember that YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL, SPECIAL AND UNIQUE!
You are NOT alone and We Love You!!

Entry-Form

Disclaimer: In accordance with FTC guidelines - NO PURCHASE NECESSARY to enter The participating bloggers were not compensated for this post. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. Void where prohibited by law. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received. ** This promotion is no way sponsored, endorsed/administered by, or associated with ANY Social Media Network.** Must be aged 18+ to enter and win. US Only. Bloggers are NOT responsible for delivery of prize.

*Void Where Prohibited*

Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself!

#BloggingForAwareness

Growing up in a home cursed with Domestic Violence is one of the worse situations that a child can be in. You try and teach your kids right from wrong, such as: "Never ever hit a girl.", "Don't be a bully." and/or "Stand up for yourself and what you believe in."

I've been around my fair share of Domestic Violence and Abuse throughout my 26 years and have heard many women say that they dealt with the abuse and stayed with their abusers for the sake of the children... "They need their father." they say OR "I don't want my kids to grow up in a broken home." There are many reasons to explain why victims don't leave their abusers and I understand and have witnessed most of them myself but watching and/or hearing your parents fight all the time is damaging! How can kids learn to not hurt others or stand up for themselves when you aren't doing the same?

Remember - Kids learn from what they see and from experience...

In other words:

"If a father beats his wife in front of his son,

What's to say when that boy starts to beat his wife and kids when he grows up?"

It sure does give you something to think about, Don't it?

Changing the world, One girl at a time with Fortune Girls!

#Sponsored By Fortune Girls

Who's got Girl Power? We've got Girl Power!!!!

If your a parent to young girls, like myself, then you understand the pressure on our shoulders of raising a strong girl who will be able to handle this crazy world that we live in today. It's a tough world out there and it's only get tougher!

It seems like each time the news comes on, someone is dying, being abused or in alot of trouble. Negativity is everywhere and it's easy to get caught up in it all and not be able to see the good in this world. That's why it's so important for us, as parents, to make sure our kids grow up to be the best versions of themselves. We can't allow our daughters to grow thinking that they are weak and that their voice can't be heard. It's our job to teach these girls that they can do anything, no matter how big their dreams may grow.

Fortune Girls is all about Girl Power!

Their goal is to empower girls to be all they can be!

"If you dream BIG then you can get BIG things done!"

They focused on encouraging girls all over the world in believing that they can do anything! Created by a young tween named Madison Ruiz and her mom, Fortune Girls is movement that's spreading like wildfire! Reminding girls everywhere that they are special and unique and have the world in the palm of their hands.

Growing up as a young girl, we can run into some challenging situations and not know how to overcome them or which choices we should be making. Since October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, I have to mention that women are being victimized on a daily basis and if we teach our daughters how to not become a victim and what to do if they find themselves, or someone they love, in that position, we can change the world through our kids. Fortune Girls is a movement who's doing just that... Changing the world, One girl at a time!

Watch the video below to learn how Madison and her mom came up with the idea of Fortune Girls and they're all about!

Visit Fortune Girls online to introduce your girls to the road to empowerment or view more similar videos like the one above on YouTube.
You can also find Fortune Girls on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest!

Did You Know? - Domestic Violence Addition

Learn the Sad Truth about Domestic Violence and Abuse!

Did You Know...

• Most domestic violence incidents are never reported.
• Women are more likely to be killed by their intimate partner than men.
• 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men are victims of Domestic Violence
• Every 15 seconds, a woman is being beaten in the US. - Dept. of Justice
• Women between the ages 20-24 have the greatest risk of nonfatal Domestic Violence, involving their intimate partner.
• Domestic Violence affects all people, no matter your income - But... people with lower annual income are at a 3x higher risk for Domestic Violence than others who have a higher annual income.
• 3 out of 4 Americans either know someone personally who is or has been a victim of domestic violence or are victims themselves! (That's almost 75% of Americans!)
• On estimate, more than 3 women and 1 man are murdered by their intimate partners in the US every day.
• Women are victims of over 4 million physical assaults and rapes, because of their intimate partners.
• Men experience almost 3 million physical assaults from their partners.
• 1 out of 3 women who have been abused, have never told anyone.
• 64% of women who experience violence, have mentioned that their children have witnessed violence as well.
• More than 60% of Domestic Violence situations happen at home.
• Without help, Girls who are victims of Domestic Violence are more vulnerable to abuse as teens and adults.
• Without help, Boys who witness Domestic Violence are at a higher risk of becoming abusers of their own partners and/or children as adults, which continues the Cycle of Violence throughout the next generation.

I'm a Survivor and You can be too!

Content Sources:

dvrc-or.org

www.safehorizon.org

Photo Source:

www.peasexpeace.org

Blogging for Awareness - Blogger Opp

Help Spread Domestic Violence Awareness by joining my outstanding Giveaway!

-- Remember the Domestic Violence Angels Giveaway --

The Giveaway will be for a pair of the Angel Earrings above, with Purple Stones

The Shade of Purple - Domestic Violence Awareness Poem

The Shade of Purple

Early morning dew resting on a Morning Glory,

They make the prettiest shade of purple.

Freshly picked blackberries being eaten off the vine,

Leaving stains in a yummy shade of purple.

A night out with the girls in your bran’ new dress,

Purchased in such a stylish shade of purple.

Bruises appearing after a tough night at home,

Forming shapes in a shameful shade of purple.

A brightly colored ribbon made for awareness

Spreading the word in the perfect shade of purple.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month,
Proudly wearing a Ribbon in a bold shade of purple!

Written By

Autumn B.

Are you wearing a Purple Ribbon?

I'll be having many events this month in hope to raise funds and awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness and Services!

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Donate using the button below

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If you would like to Donate to the Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign on My Kind Of Introduction, Use the button below! All collections will be used to benefit Domestic Violence Services in North Carolina and are greatly appreciated!

California modified the Three Strikes Law & Domestic Violence Victims are Suffering!

California recently modified Proposition 36

also known as the Three Strikes Law

Learn more below about how these changes to the law have affected Domestic Violence Victims in California and if you agree with what the following petition stands for then please add your signature below and show your support for each and every Domestic Violence Victim that is suffering in this crazy world that we live in!

(I am not a resident of California nor have I ever visited the state. I'm supporting this petition in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the many victims that can't or don't know how to get the help that is available to them.)

Recently, California modified Proposition 36 or the Three Strikes law. Originally, the law stated that after committing three felonies a person could automatically be sentenced to a term of 25 years to life. Though a good law, it was flawed, in that it could treat small time felons as big time criminals. In order to make the Three Strikes law fair, legislators changed it so that a convicted felon could only get life in prison after committing three “serious or violent crimes.” The problem is that domestic violence is not on the list of serious or violent crimes. Sooo.... It's not okay to beat a stranger, but it is okay to beat your family!? 

Are you serious?

Review the Petition Below:

View the full petition

Helping to Turn Victims into Survivors

~ Domestic Violence Awareness Month ~

Helping to turn Victims into Survivors!

No woman, man or child deserves to be abused by someone they love. Having the trust ripped out from underneath you is much worse than you think. It can be life changing and leaves you feeling damaged... The worse part is feeling trapped without any choices. It's a sad place to be and you will gain no good from ignoring your pain and "toughing it out for the kids." That phrase needs to be erased from our vocabulary because truthfully.... What advantages do you think a child receives when they have to deal with violence and abuse at home? Divorce/Separation is always hard at first, for children and parents, but the benefits are much higher and safer than Injury, Depression, Fear, Loss of Self-Confidence and possible Loss of Life...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and My Kind Of Introduction will be sharing all sorts of information, personal stories, giveaways and so much more throughout the next few weeks. I'll have local information as well as information that will help you no matter where you're at in the world.

I want to start out by sharing a bit of my story.

My name is Autumn and I am a WAHM of 2 daughters, I also have 2 step-sons who don't live with us. I live with my daughters and fiancé in North Carolina and as you know... I run this blog, My Kind Of Introduction, as well as sell Soy Candles and Spa Supplies from SoyL Scents. I'm just like everyone else - I'm a normal girl, living a normal life. I'm also a Domestic Violence Survivor.
My childhood memories are a mix of wonderful moments along with many not so great memories. I've seen a lot of things that a young girl shouldn't of had to witness and my little brothers have too. I've gave my brothers comfort when the yelling got too bad in the rest of house. I've ran away, just to climb back in through my bedroom window. I watched my mom  get abused for years, I've been abused myself (Physically and Emotionally) . But I don't let all of that bring me down. You have to think on the bright side... I got out of the abusive home many years ago and  my mom is no longer married to the man who hurt us. It may have taken us some time and alot of strength, but we did it.
There is HOPE out there!!

If you or someone you know is being abused, get help NOW! The situation will only get worse with time and you never know what day will be too late. 

During the month of October, I've chosen to help out a local Domestic Violence Help Center and Shelter in Asheville NC called Helpmate. They are located in downtown Asheville and have helped many women and children throughout their time of operation. Helpmate has a Wish List on their website full of many items that are needed for them to continue helping all of their clients who are in need. I've decided to host a few donation drives, in hopes to collect some of the supplies that are needed.

Some examples of the items that I'm collecting this month are:

• Book Donation: Used/New Children Books, School and Office Supplies (paper, notebooks, small calendars, crayons, pens, pencils)

• Clothes Donation: New or Slightly Used Winter Clothes and shoes for kids of all ages (Newborn - Teenager) & Adult Women Clothes in all sizes. - New Socks and Underwear for children and adults.

• Household Donation: Kitchen Items (Stainless Steel Pots & pans for the Shelter, Tableware, silverware) Alarm Clocks, CD Player/Radios,  bedding, table lamps, Mops, Brooms, Blankets, other home needs.

• Gift Card Donation: Helpmate also accepts gift cards for stores like Walmart, KMart, BiLo's, Ingles, Old  Navy and other stores where needed items can be purchased. After long thought, I've realized that many people give gift cards during holidays and birthdays and such, but not all of those gift cards are used. Maybe you don't shop at the store that the gift card is from, or you've already purchased what you want from the store and have a balance left over that you would like to donate. You don't have to spend money to do the right thing. Every little bit counts and can help out a family in need. (Gift cards are used to purchase Shoes and Clothing, Food, Household Items, Toiletries etc.)

Other items that are also needed are: Personal bathroom items  such as Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, tampons, toilet paper, etc. Non-perishable Food is always needed as well as Baby Supplies such as Diapers, Baby Wipes, Clothing, Furniture, etc.

I will also be taking Monetary Donations for Domestic Violence Awareness as well and would love your help and support!!
Donate to the cause using the button below or through PayPal with the following email:
(DomesticViolenceAwareness.MKOI@yahoo.com)

All collections will go toward Domestic Violence Services in North Carolina and are greatly appreciated!

Thank you for supporting this cause!

Domestic Violence is a dangerous curse that is poisoning the save haven that we all know as Home. Something has to be done!

If you would like to be a sponsor, donate any items to the cause or have ideas to help out, Send me an email at AutoFaerie@gmail.com. I’ll be collecting donations throughout all of October and can meet up with local contributors. At the end of the month, I will be personally delivering all collected items to Helpmate in Asheville, NC. The Donation Paypal account will continue to stay active, I'll be accepting monetary donations for Helpmate and Domestic Violence Awareness for as long as they are given.

Help me add more Purple Ribbons to the line of popular Awareness Ribbons that are promoted and seen everywhere.

Blogging for Awareness: Asking for help for a Domestic Abuse Victim and her children.

I know that it is not October yet but helping others is not just a one month situation. Domestic Violence happens all the time and someone is always in need of help. I had a woman contact me, she told me her story and the fact that it sounds so familiar to me, I have to help her. She is a mother of 2 young kids and is in the process of leaving her extremely abusive husband. Times are tough and since filling reports against her husband, she only has a few days to pack up their belongs and move. Since she is having to leave in such a rush, she's not going to be able to take everything with her. Her kids need clothes and I am determined to do everything that I can to get  those babies the clothes they need for the upcoming cold season. I'm asking for your help - I'm looking for clothes for a 4 year old boy and a 4 month old baby girl. If you have anything you can donate to this family in need, it would be greatly appreciated  She does not live in my state so I will be mailing the items to her as soon as I get them collected. 

I can be contacted by email at AutoFaerie@gmail.com

Thoughts and Prayers are  also needed. Abuse is hard to overcome and this brave mama is doing all she can to get her children out of danger.

I truly appreciate everyone's help!

If you would like to help out and/or join along for my very 1st Awareness Campaign, Please feel free to email your ideas to one of the emails below. I've extremely excited to be spreading awareness for such an important and often overlooked problem that continues to destroy our families. I'm 100% dedicated to Domestic Violence Awareness Month and I look forward to hearing your ides and joining forces to make this Blogging For Awareness campaign a complete success!

AutoFaerie@gmail.com
or
DomesticViolenceAwareness.MKOI@yahoo.com

To Donate to the Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign on My Kind Of Introduction - Simply click the button below - All donations collected will be used to benefit Domestic Violence Services in North Carolina and are greatly appreciated!

Thank you for taking the time to hear me out and
supporting Domestic Violence Awareness!

Stay Strong and Keep Smiling