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This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of T.G.I. FRiDAY'S for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Life gets hectic, that's a given. No matter how hard you try, sometimes things just don't go as planned. But that's OK, especially now that T.G.I. FRiDAY’S “Entrées for One” are available. I keep several of these frozen meals on hand in my freezer just for those unexpected occasions where we're short on time and in need of something decent to eat.

T.G.I. Friday's is shaking things up in the frozen food aisle. Who says a frozen meal has to taste bland? Well, "Entrees for One" is all about bold new flavors and unexpected combinations. There are nine new choices including "Cajun-Style Chicken Alfredo", "Sizzling Chicken Fajitas" and "Prime Rib Stroganoff".

My Favorite is the Chicken Fajita meal which actually comes with flour tortillas and tastes just what you'd get at a restaurant. It gets a big thumbs up from me and worth picking up from your local grocery store.

Oh and don't forget to check out T.G.I Friday's on facebook. They're currently running a Fun Freezer contest where the winner gets a 42" HDTV with a Sony Surround sound system. Be sure to vote for your favorite decked out refrigerator/freezer. Obviously there are a lot of creative T.G.I Friday's fans.

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Carbonite for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Hard drives can crash at any time. Believe me, I know. A couple years ago, I lost a good chunk of my extensive music library when one of the drives in my desktop bit the dust. So, obviously the words computer backup have been burned in my brain ever since. And there are a variety of options to go about doing that but online backup services like Carbonite seems to be the best way to go. When you've got your own external drives to backup your important files, you have to constantly monitor for any hardware issues, PLUS, you have no protection from fire damage or theft. When you utilize an online backup service, your files, photos, music and emails are stored on remote servers at the company's data center. The storage drives are maintained for you so no worries about hardware failures. And your files are encrypted which helps provide peace of mind about your sensitive documents.

I think the best thing about carbonite's software is that you just "set it and forget it". Your data is automatically backed up in the background. Oh, and in addition to your files being encrypted, they are sent to the servers securely via an SSL link. Carbonite offers unlimited space on their servers and you have complete access to your files from anywhere and at anytime. They even have mobile apps available so that you can access your documents, photos and music on your iPad or smartphone. nice.

The cost to use Carbonite's backup service is pretty reasonable too. Unlimited backup for your PC or mac is only $59 a year. You can try it for free for 15 days with no credit card required. And if you decide to purchase the service, be sure to use the coupon code BLOGAD to get an extra two months added to your service.

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Net10 for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I'm what some would consider an early adopter of prepaid cell phone service and have long advocated this type of service to anyone who'd listen. I mean, why anyone would opt for a two-year contract with a wireless provider is beyond me. Come on people, life is full of changes, interruptions and left turns. It's highly probably that your needs will change within those two years of a cell phone contract so why limit yourself in that way?

With a prepaid service, there are no contracts, no commitment and no extra hidden charges. You just pay for what you need. And providers like NET10 has a plan for every need. Whether you rarely use a phone or need unlimited service, NET10's got you covered. And their rates are well below what you'd pay on a traditional plan.

For the bare-minimum user, I'd definitely recommend going for the pay-as-you-go plan. But for the best deal, check out NET10's unlimited plan which gets you unlimited voice minutes, text and web for $50 a month. Plus NET10 utilizes the power of AT&T's nationwide network so you get the same service but at a bargain price.

NET10 is part of a larger multinational wireless conglomerate, America Movil which also runs Tracfone and Straight Talk. So, obviously the company has a lot of experience in the prepaid arena. So no worries there. But don't just take it from me, click here to hear a Real NET10 customer share their experience using this service. There's also a Cute NET10 commercial that sums it all up in under 30 seconds. check it out.

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of ampm for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Ever since a buddy of mine introduced me to ampm's Chili Conquistador burger while visiting him out in Cali, I've been itching for the good folks at ampm to open up a joint here on the east coast. They're still not in my state just yet but they're getting close. Last I heard, they've got locations in Kentucky and Georgia so they're slowly but surely making their way eastward.

Anyway for those lucky enough to have an ampm nearby, be sure to check out their facebook page to take part in their Too Much Good Stuff giveaway. It's an aptly named giveaway since they've got ipods, ipads and macbooks for prizes. Take a spin on the virtual slot machine and you can be an instant winner. It's a fun lil' diversion and who knows, maybe you could wind up winning that grand prize trip to Vegas.

I tried to enter but apparently the contest in only open to those that live in a state that has an ampm (AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, NV, OH, OR, WA, WI).

Founded in 1978, ampm is more than just a regular ol' convenient store. They serve great food, hot coffee and not to mention their famous Thirst Oasis beverage fountain that features up to 24 different thirst-quenching flavors.

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sprint for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

it's interesting to note how dependent we've all become to our smartphones. These little, slim electronic devices are capable of so much and contain such vital information. Our contacts, social calendar, emails, birthdates, you-name-it, are all saved in there. Not only can we place calls but we can text, surf the web, update facebook and even do our shopping on these things. So can you imagine how tragic it would be to lose or even damage our phone? With how small smartphones have become, getting it lost or stolen is certainly a possibility. Well, you know what? "There's an app for that". heh. Sorry, just had to say it.

The Sprint Total Equipment Protection App can definitely help is difficult situations like these. If you've lost your phone, the app can locate it for you. Or if it's stolen, you can peform a "remote wipe" to protect your privacy. The app can also lock and even sound an alarm remotely as well. Having something like this on your phone definitely provides peace of mind. Normally the TEP plan is offered to new customers but for the month of August, Sprint is opening up enrollment for any Sprint customer that's interested in the protection plan. TEP costs $8 per month which gets you the protection App as well as provide a quick and convenient way to replace a stolen or damaged phone even well after the warranty expires. But hurry, current Sprint customers have until the end of the month to sign up.

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Straight Talk for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

After speaking with various colleagues of mine, I've realized that a lot of folks simply assume prepaid wireless providers are limited to the Sprint Network. And it's true the two major providers Virgin Mobile and Boost Mobile both utilize the Sprint CDMA Network but going prepaid doesn't necessarily limit you to that one network.

For those that have a distaste for all things Sprint, take heart because you can "go prepaid" and enjoy all the perks of being on the reliable Verizon Network. Straight Talk has everything you need from a traditional contract based wireless provider without the premium price.

Their most economical deal is the $30 a month plan which gives you 1000 voice minutes, 1000 texts and 30MB of data. And don't forget, there's no long term commitment plus you get the same quality of calls as you would as a traditional Verizon customer.

If that's not enough for you, you can go all the way, hook, line and sinker with the Unlimited plan. For $45 a month, you get unlimited calling, unlimited text, unlimited picture messaging and web!! As far as unlimited plans go, that's the best deal I've seen at least in terms of something on the Verizon Network.

This is perfect for your high school/college back-to-schooler. Not only do you not have to worry about a long term contract but with the unlimited plan there won't be any of those dreaded "overage" charges whenever your teen and his/her friends go on a text binge.

So, call a friend, tell your neighbors and inform the colleagues. We need to do our part to let everyone know that they no longer need to pay a premium for wireless service. Cut your monthly cell bill in half by going with Straight Talk.

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Net10 for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

It's interesting to look back and see how far "prepaid/no contract" brands have come since the early days. What was once geared toward those that had bad credit histories, prepaid providers are now looked upon as a viable alternative to long-term contract cell service. Consumers nationwide are finally realizing that top-quality cell service isn't always synonymous with the big-three contract companies (AT&T, Sprint, Verizon). Why commit to a two-year contract when you can now get the same features and quality for less AND with no commitment. And besides, with the ever-changing world of electronics, two-years is a bit long to commit to an electronic device. The phone inevitably becomes outdated halfway through your contract and you're stuck with the obsolete piece of junk until your contract runs out. Who wants that? Needless to say, the "no-contract" option is obviously the way to go nowadays.

Check out the latest deal from Net10 for instance. Their Unlimited plan is now only $50 a month which includes unlimited talk/text AND DATA! There are no hidden fees and no time commitment. And the neat thing about Net10 is the flexibility. They provide several ways to pay for the service including online, at a local store or directly through the phone. Also, if you need to scale back, Net10 makes it easy to switch to a pay-as-you-go plan with no penalty.

Another nice feature that some of the other prepaid providers don't offer is international calling. You can call over 75 other countries for as little as 15 cents a minute. There's also a "international neighbors" program that allows you to create a local phone number in Mexico or Canada for your family or friends to call in order to contact you. This allows your family/friends to avoid international long distance charges and you just pay for a regular call.

Net10 is part of a larger multinational wireless conglomerate, America Movil which also runs Tracfone and Straight Talk. So, obviously the company has a lot of experience in the prepaid arena. So no worries there. Also Net10 devices run on the nationwide AT&T Network so you're basically on a well-trust, major network without having to pay the premium price. So, if you haven't already, it's time to see the Light and join the no-contract revolution. It's a simple, no-nonsense way to enjoy cellular service. But you don't have to take my word for it. Check out this testimonial from a real NET10 customer.

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Change-Up for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I'm not sure what to think about the upcoming Ryan Reynolds movie titled The Change-Up. I mean come on, yet another "body-swapping" movie? It's got the dreaded "been there done that" smell all over it. Off the top of my head, I count at least five movies that used the well-worn premise in the past. let's see now… there's "Freaky Friday" a 70's movie that was already re-made with Lindsey Lohan. Steve Martin and Lily Tomlin starred in one back in the 80's titled "All of Me". Dudley Moore did an awful one with Kirk Cameron titled "Like Father Like Son". The following year after the Moore/Cameron switcheroo, Judge Reinhold and Fred Savage released their own take on the formula called "Vice Versa". Even goofball Rob Schneider did one called "The Hot Chick". blech. So, needless to say, Hollywood has long run out of ideas.

But having said that, I'm not going to count out "The Change-Up" just yet. Ryan Reynolds is still a hot box office draw. Appearing alongside Reynolds is Jason Bateman who I've personally enjoyed watching in other comedies. And then there's another favorite of mine, Leslie Mann. With help from her husband Judd Apatow, Mann did some great work on a good number of high-profile comedies including "40 Year old Virgin", "Knocked Up" and "Funny People". Also involved with the flick is the director of "The Wedding Crashers", David Dobkin and the writers from "The Hangover". So, there's a lot going for it.

And I have to admit that Leslie Mann and her "thai food" bit at the end of the movie trailer is hilarious. Let's hope that's not the only laugh-out-loud moment in the film.

Look for it in theaters beginning August 5th.

Got any thoughts on the upcoming body-switching flick?