LLVLC Blog Reader Wins A Free Deluxe Grill From Vermont Castings

Take a look at what a "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog reader just won!

One of my favorite things to do with my blog is to give people a chance to win something they can use and enjoy. Sometimes it can be something as small as a certificate for a free Atkins bar or a new low-carb book. Other times, though, the prizes you can win just for being a reader are unforgettable--like a FREE GRILL, baby!

Earlier this year as part of my 2nd Annual Blogiversary contest giveaway, the fine people over at Vermont Castings donated this deluxe BBQ grill for me to give away as the grand prize in my contest. The lucky winner of that grill was so surprised and thankful for the opportunity to win a prize like that from "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb."

Well, it just happened again!

In June 2007, I told you about a promotion Vermont Castings was holding called the "Help My Backyard" photo contest where they were looking for people to submit photographs of their pitiful looking grills for a chance to win one of three deluxe grills. I also ran a corresponding contest for some grill accessory kits with winners in June, July, and August.

Each of these entries from my readers were entered into the contest for the grand prize grill giveaways and one of them excitedly reported to me that she was chosen as the 2nd place winner of a 4-burner Vermont Castings deluxe grill! Check out her winning entry and see the winning picture for yourself:


This grill is history, because she just won a new one from Vermont Castings

Here's what she wrote:

Jimmy, thank you so much for posting this contest on your site. I would have never known about it if it hadn't been for you. I – or should I say we – won second place!

The winning entry was the 10 top reasons for a owning a Vermont Castings Grill. I haven't received it yet, but when we do, my husband has plans for trying out all kinds of grilled meat, including making use of the rotisserie for Cornish hens.

If you and Christine ever find yourself in the north Texas or southern Oklahoma area (we live right on Lake Texoma that borders Oklahoma and Texas), you have an open invitation to a BBQ!

Thanks so much for all you do for us in the low-carb world of health, happiness, and wonderful opportunity!!

Christina Robertson

Isn't that EXCITING?!?! CONGRATULATIONS Christina and we may just have to take you up on that BBQ invitation sometime in the near future. :D

Click here to read the official announcement from Vermont Castings and to find out why Christina's submission was chosen. I'm so happy for her and it just goes to show you that you don't ever want to miss your chance to win something just for being a reader of my blog. So be sure to check in every single day if you don't already. :P

In fact, you're gonna have a chance to win some really neat prizes coming up very soon. THANK YOU for reading and be sure to tell all your friends and family to check out my blog early and often, too. You get education and encouragement about your low-carb lifestyle and FREE STUFF to boot! What more could you ask for? (Well, a million bucks would be nice, but I'd have to keep that for myself for um, er, uh...oh I'd figure out something to do with it!) :D

August Vermont Castings BBQ Accessories Winner Announced

There's something rather "fishy" about this grill

It's been an awesome summer, but all good things must come to an end. The kids are headed back to school, the scorching hot weather is expected to cool down soon (THANK GOD!), and life gets back into regular routine mode again.

But before we do, I need to announce my third and final winner in the Vermont Castings "Help My Backyard!" contest which I have enjoyed hosting this summer. Contestants submitted their photos to Vermont Castings with their pitiful looking grill and they were vying for one of three brand new deluxe grills. It's been a GREAT opportunity by everyone involved and GOOD LUCK to those of you who entered.

In addition to the chance to win a free grill, readers of the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog could also win an exclusive grilling kit from Vermont Castings which I have previously highlighted. We've already had two winners from June and July: Christina R. from Texas and Mary S. from North Carolina respectively.

Now we have our third and final winner for August:

GAYLE O. from OREGON!!!

Congratulations, Gayle! That adorable photo at the top of this blog post with the fish in her current grill was her entry in the Vermont Castings contest. Here's the caption she wrote for her submission:

Here in the Pacific Northwest, we have great opportunities to catch and grill big fish! Unfortunately, this little barrel grill just isn't up to the challenge. A Vermont Castings grill would transform my backyard and allow me to showcase my grilling and fishing skills. Salmon Lover

TOO CUTE! You guys have been very creative and I wish you could all win one of those grills. THANKS for participating in my contest with Vermont Castings this summer and stay tuned for even more chances to win some really neat prizes just for being a faithful reader of the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog.

July Vermont Castings BBQ Accessories Winner Announced

What this gazebo needs is a new grill from Vermont Castings

Summertime is almost over now that it's August, but you still have a chance to win one of three very attractive Vermont Castings BBQ grills as part of their "Help My Backyard!" promotion. If you haven't entered yet, you STILL have time. But HURRY! :)

Whether you have entered already or if you plan on doing so soon, be sure to enter the exclusive "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog BBQ accessories giveaway contest, too. Last month I announced my first winner Christina R. from Texas! Now I've got another winner for July:

It's MARY S. from GREENVILLE, NC!!!

CONGRATULATIONS, Mary! Here's what you've won:

- 4-piece grilling tools with case
- Grill knife
- Skewer set
- Vermont Castings apron
- Grill mitt
- Grill wipes
- Vermont Castings recipe book

ENJOY your grilling accessories and good luck in the Vermont Castings grill giveaway contest. That's a good-looking gazebo you have and nothing would look better than an attractive brand new grill. :D

Here's what Mary wrote about her need for a new grill:

"We built this beautiful gazebo with the hopes of having great BBQ dinners al fresco. Unfortunately, the grill has not cooperated. First, the auto igniter stopped, then two of the three burners decided to quit working. And as a capstone event, the regulator became faulty causing the tank to look like a huge torch. We spent all of our money on the gazebo and really need a grill!"

HA, what a story! Go get 'em, girl! :)

There's still ONE MORE BBQ accessories prize package to give away in August. Here's how you can be eligible to win:

1. Enter the "Help My Backyard" contest by clicking here.
2. E-mail me your name, address (no P.O. Boxes please!), and telephone number so we can ship your prize to you if you are chosen as the winner.
3. Tell me which photo or video is yours, including what you submitted as your "Backyard Story." Attach it to your e-mail if you can.

Special THANKS to Vermont Castings for donating these prize packages for the readers of the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog. GOOD LUCK to everyone who has entered the contest. Happy grilling!

June Vermont Castings BBQ Accessories Winner Announced

Now that is one absolutely pathetic excuse for a BBQ grill!

Last month I told you about a pretty cool contest being conducted by our friends at Vermont Castings called "Help My Backyard!" where three lucky winners will receive their very own BRAND SPANKIN' NEW top-of-the-line BBQ grill. It's an amazing opportunity to get yourself a backyard makeover of sorts just by showing a picture of your current ugly grill or barren backyard.

As of right now, there are only 66 entries, so you have a real chance at winning! Plus, when you do enter, you will become eligible to win the following BBQ accessories right here at my blog:

- 4-piece grilling tools with case
- Grill knife
- Skewer set
- Vermont Castings apron
- Grill mitt
- Grill wipes
- Vermont Castings recipe book

The folks at Vermont Castings have given me THREE of these prizes packages to give away for June, July, and August. Here's how you can enter to win:

1. Enter the "Help My Backyard" contest by clicking here.
2. E-mail me your name, address (no P.O. Boxes please!), and telephone number so we can ship your prize to you if you are chosen as the winner.
3. Tell me which photo or video is yours, including what you submitted as your "Backyard Story."

The winner of the June BBQ accessories prize package is:

CHRISTINA R. from TEXAS!!!

CONGRATULATIONS, Christina! Incidentally, that picture at the top of this blog post is of her grill. Her caption?

"We live in Texas...without a grill we are social outcasts!"

LOL! Good luck to you Christina on winning one of those three grills! In the meantime, enjoy your BBQ accessories on that, um, er, brick, uh, thingy you call a grill. EEEEK!

Enter 'Help My Backyard' Contest And Help Yourself To A FREE Vermont Castings Grill

Are you ready to scream "Help My Backyard!" yet?

When I wanted to celebrate my two-year anniversary at my blog back in April, my goal was to find lots of great prizes from businesses that support livin' la vida low-carb to use as giveaways in a special contest for my devoted readers. But not in my wildest dreams did I ever expect to have an opportunity to give away a brand spankin' new deluxe grill to one of my lucky readers...but I did (check out who won it by clicking here)!

Just when I needed them the most, BBQ grill manufacturer Vermont Castings stepped up to the plate for me and delivered a home run with this gorgeous grill worth thousands of dollars. It was an awesome prize and I'm grateful for their generosity.

Guess what? They want to do it again, but even bigger and better this time! That's right, Vermont Castings is not giving away just one grill or even two grills. How about THREE FREE deluxe grills in a HUGE giveaway contest they are calling "Help My Backyard?"


Vermont Castings gives YOU a "Taste for the Best!"

This "Help My Backyard" contest is so so super easy to enter that I expect hundreds, maybe even thousands of my "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" readers and podcast listeners to take advantage of this opportunity to get an amazing grill absolutely FREE! WOO HOO!

Here's what you need to do:

1. Take a digital photo or video of your current grill that's on its last leg or your dismal-looking backyard.
2. Go register for the contest by filling out your contact information and upload a picture or video of your current ghastly grill or barren backyard (the funkier the better!).
3. Describe as vividly as your imagination will allow why YOU are most in need of a grill makeover. Don't make it drab and dry, spice it up and go hog wild (we're talking about winning a FREE GRILL here, people, so get noticed!).

That's it! Be creative with your sad sob story about needing a brand new Signature Series Grill from Vermont Castings and you could have an EXCELLENT shot at winning! Here's a closer look at those grills (your choice of style):

1st Prize--Vermont Castings Signature Series 5 Burner Grill
2nd Prize--Vermont Castings Signature Series 4 Burner Grill
3rd Prize--Vermont Castings Signature Series 3 Burner Grill

Additionally, each of the three top prize winners will receive a nifty customized grill cover and BBQ accessories kit as well as having the prestigious distinction of having a photo or video of them and their new grill in their backyard featured at MyOwnBBQ.com.

The winners of the "Help My Backyard" grill giveaway contest will be chosen from the entries that are the most original, funny, entertaining, and creative, with eye-catching explanations of how you will use your Vermont Castings Signature Series Grill and grilling accessories to transform your backyard into a grilling haven! You'll even get to rate the entries to see which one is most compelling.

Does this sound cool so far? I'm not done yet! :)


I've got three of those accessory kits to give away!

As a special added bonus exclusively for fans of "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb," Vermont Castings has given me THREE FREE BBQ ACCESSORY KITS to give away to three of you in June, July, and August. This prize package includes everything you see displayed in that picture above, including:

- 4-piece grilling tools with case
- Grill knife
- Skewer set
- Vermont Castings apron
- Grill mitt
- Grill wipes
- Vermont Castings recipe book

I'll be drawing the names of the winners on June 30th, July 31st, and August 31st. I bet you'd like to know how you can enter, huh? I knew you would. Here's how:

1. Enter the "Help My Backyard" contest as detailed above.
2. E-mail me your name, address (no P.O. Boxes please!), and telephone number so we can ship your prize to you if you are chosen as the winner.
3. Tell me which photo or video is yours, including what you submitted as your "Backyard Story."

The sooner you enter, the better chance you'll have of winning--so don't delay! What other blog gives you a chance to win grills, grills, and more grills as well as BBQ accessory kits, hmmmm? :D But you can't win if you don't enter the contest! Let's flood them with entries and show 'em how much low-carbers appreciate their generosity donating these amazing grills and accessories!

After all, grilling is next to godliness when you're livin' la vida low-carb!

Low-Carb Blogiversary Contest Prize Bundle #5

It seems like I've been announcing all the FREE PRIZES you can win in my 2nd Annual Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Blogiversary Giveaway Contest for weeks, but it's only been a little more than one week. And today is the last bundle of fantastic prizes you can win just for being a reader of the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog as I celebrate two years of blogging about diet, health, and low-carb.

Just in case you missed all the other prizes, here they are again:

- Our GRAND PRIZE--A Deluxe Vermont Castings Grill
- Low-Carb Blogiversary Contest Prize Bundle #1
- Low-Carb Blogiversary Contest Prize Bundle #2
- Low-Carb Blogiversary Contest Prize Bundle #3
- Low-Carb Blogiversary Contest Prize Bundle #4

Special thanks to all of these companies who totally blew me away by so willingly providing these prizes for all of you to enjoy. I am amazed by their generosity and sincerely hope you will show your appreciation to them for supporting my blogiversary celebration. Here are the last five prize packages that you can win in the giveaway:

FREE NANO O2 SUPRA AIR PURIFIER SYSTEM


Cleaning the air in your home will make you healthier

Are you worried about how clean the air is in your house? Then you will be so excited to be able to win this fantastic high-quality air purifier from a company called Pharmatropic--the NANO O2. I own this unit myself and wrote a glowing review of how well it really does clean the air in your home. It's AMAZING! Now you can win the SUPRA model for yourself if your name is drawn for this stupendous prize! Please visit the NANO O2 web site for more information about this unit.

COMPLETE AUTOGRAPHED DIET DETECTIVE LIBRARY


Charles Stuart Platkin is known as "The Diet Detective"

You've read his nationally-syndicated column in your newspaper and recognize him as "The Diet Detective." His name is Charles Stuart Platkin and he is one of America's foremost authorities on diet, health, and fitness. Although I have had my disagreements with him regarding his diet philosophy, we both agree obesity needs to be addressed in practical ways whether it is with low-fat, low-carb, or whatever. Platkin was kind enough to donate an autographed Complete Diet Detective Library, including Breaking The Pattern, Breaking The Fat Pattern, Lighten Up (Teenagers), and The Diet Detective's Count Down (which I recently reviewed). You won't want to miss more from Platkin and other leading voices in the weight loss world at DietDetective.com.

AN ENTIRE CASE OF LOW-CARB FUZE SLENDERIZE
AN ENTIRE CASE OF LOW-CARB FUZE SLENDERIZE
AN ENTIRE CASE OF LOW-CARB FUZE SLENDERIZE
AN ENTIRE CASE OF LOW-CARB FUZE SLENDERIZE
AN ENTIRE CASE OF LOW-CARB FUZE SLENDERIZE


The FUZE Slenderize line is a deliciously low-carb drink

I just found out about the fantastic Slenderize line of low-carb beverage products called FUZE earlier this year. They've been out for a while, but are mostly a regional drink not widely available nationwide. Well, all that's about to change now that The Coca-Cola Company has signed up to distribute this outstanding product to a store near your. Check out my personal review of this product that five of you will have a chance to win an entire case of to try for yourself. Be sure to visit DrinkFuze.com to learn more about this awesome low-carb beverage.

AUTOGRAPHED COPY OF ENLITENED KOSHER COOKING
AUTOGRAPHED COPY OF ENLITENED KOSHER COOKING
AUTOGRAPHED COPY OF ENLITENED KOSHER COOKING


Nechama Cohen has some superb kosher low-carb recipes

Shalom! I just love recipe books and three of you will win an autographed copy of a great big one that I reviewed last year called EnLITEned Kosher Cooking by Nechama Cohen. This book is fantastic for low-carbers and diabetics alike and will be an excellent prize for the winners. Learn more about Cohen and her recipes at JewishDiabetes.org.

2 CAL-CARB CLICKERS FOR YOU AND A FRIEND
2 CAL-CARB CLICKERS FOR YOU AND A FRIEND
2 CAL-CARB CLICKERS FOR YOU AND A FRIEND
2 CAL-CARB CLICKERS FOR YOU AND A FRIEND
2 CAL-CARB CLICKERS FOR YOU AND A FRIEND


Lindee Lee Bingham and Sandy Martucci invented Cal-Carb Clicker

Finally, I'm pleased to offer the Cal-Carb Clicker to five people in my blogiversary giveaway contest. I just reviewed this little gadget this week and was very impressed with this invention by sisters Lindee Lee Bingham and Sandy Martucci. Now YOU have an chance to win two of these--one for you and one to give away to a friend or loved one. Keep track of your calories, carbs, and water intake with this handy-dandy little clicker. Find out more at CalCarbClicker.com.

That's it everyone! No more prizes to tell you about. But there are PLENTY of them to go around that you have an EXCELLENT chance at winning SOMETHING during my 2nd Annual Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Blogiversary Giveaway Contest. Be sure to get me your entry soon so you can become eligible to win. GOOD LUCK to everyone who enters! And thanks for reading the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog. I appreciate you guys so much! :)

Low-Carb Blogiversary Contest Prize Bundle #4

Have you joined the hundreds of people who have entered my 2nd Annual Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Blogiversary Giveaway Contest yet? If not, then you are definitely missing out on a golden opportunity to rack up on some of the nicest prizes you'll ever be able to win from a blog I can assure you of that! I sought out the best of the best because YOU DESERVE IT!

Our generous Grand Prize donation--that Vermont Castings deluxe grill--could not have been made possible without the fine folks over at CFM Corporation. Do me a favor and send a THANK YOU e-mail to the Grills Category Manager Tim Kuhn for being willing to provide such an amazing prize for my contest celebrating my second anniversary at the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog.

But as nice as that grill is, only one person is going to win it! Never fear, though, there are tons more prizes that await you if your name is drawn for them at the end of the month. You can see some of these outstanding giveaways by clicking here, here, and here. There ain't no chintzy prizes in this contest and I'm so happy to give you a real chance to win!

Yo, I'm not done sharing all the prizes with you yet! Here's some more:

TWO-NIGHT CABIN STAY IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS


Catch a "Glimpse Of Heaven" on vacation in the mountains

Special thanks to one of my readers named Cheryl who owns a Smoky Mountain cabin rental company, you and your family may be going on vacation in a luxurious cabin located near Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg, TN called "Glimpse Of Heaven." This cozy two-night stay with an absolutely gorgeous view of the Great Smoky Mountains will be going to one of you just for entering my contest. Keep in mind this cabin is very popular and may be booked up for 2007, but you can discuss the dates you are available with Cheryl. In the meantime, go visit HeavenlyCabins.com to learn more about these incredible cabins and contact Cheryl directly by e-mail if you have any questions or would like to place a reservation to stay in their amazing facilities.

"THE ULTIMATE CHEF" PRIZE PACK FROM DEL MONTE

What an incredible prize I have for you compliments of our friends at Del Monte Foods! This "Ultimate Chef" prize features the brand new cookbook by Oprah Winfrey's personal chef Art Smith, a bunch of Del Monte canned foods, cooking equipment, and so much more! Check it out:


Back To The Family cookbook by Chef Art Smith


Tons of Del Monte canned goods


A Todd English MIXXO


Hard Anodized Cookware for healthier cooking


Kids apron and chef hat


A gorgeous canvas tote from The Company Store

Yep, all of those prizes will be going to ONE LUCKY WINNER!!! Be sure to visit DelMonte.com for more information about our generous sponsor.

DIABETESMINE.COM T-SHIRT/KNOW YOUR NUMBERS BOOK
DIABETESMINE.COM T-SHIRT/KNOW YOUR NUMBERS BOOK


Amy Tenderich provides a diabetes two-fer prize

Fellow blogger and diabetes extraordinaire Amy Tenderich has donated prizes for two winners: a complimentary DiabetesMine.com T-shirt and an autographed copy of her brand new book Know Your Numbers, Outlive Your Diabetes. If you've never visited Amy's blog, then you'll want to drop by DiabetesMine.com for an engaging and fun blog about living with diabetes.

2 COPIES WEEKNIGHT GRILLING BOOK BY THE BBQ QUEENS
2 COPIES WEEKNIGHT GRILLING BOOK BY THE BBQ QUEENS
2 COPIES WEEKNIGHT GRILLING BOOK BY THE BBQ QUEENS
2 COPIES WEEKNIGHT GRILLING BOOK BY THE BBQ QUEENS
2 COPIES WEEKNIGHT GRILLING BOOK BY THE BBQ QUEENS


Two copies of "Weeknight Grilling"--one for you, one for a friend!

Do you remember my interview with BBQ Queen Karen Adler on my "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore" podcast last week? When I asked her which of her grilling cookbooks was the best for people who are livin' la vida low-carb, she immediately said Weeknight Grilling With The BBQ Queens. So here we are giving 5 of you the chance to win not just one, but TWO copies of this fantastic book so you can keep one yourself and give the other away to someone else. Be sure to visit BBQQueens.com to learn more about them and check out PigOutPublications.com for a full selection of BBQ books to choose from.

$100 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO CARBSMART.COM


Low-carb retailer CarbSmart.com is a popular online store

Finally, we have an very lucrative prize from our friends at CarbSmart.com--a $100 gift certificate! You can spend it just like cash in one of the best online low-carb retail stores around. Look around and find some excellent products to help you along in your low-carb lifestyle. And if you missed my exclusive podcast interview with the founder and president of CarbSmart.com, Andrew DiMino, it's worth checking out!

Do you think I'm done sharing prizes in the 2nd Annual Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Blogiversary Giveaway Contest? Nope, not yet! I have at least one more post with a few more goodies to share that you could win! But you gotta get your entry to me to become eligible for a prize. Don't miss out on your chance!

An Advance Peek At The Grill I'm Giving Away

Christine and I posing in front of the grill YOU can win in April!

Although we experienced a flight delay on the way home from Reno, Nevada this weekend after attending the Hearth, Patio, and Barbecue Association (HPBA) Expo last week, it was such a thrilling experience to represent the low-carb community at this event. I've never seen so many grills in one place in my entire life! :)

I was able to share with many of the vendors there that they should start actively marketing themselves more openly to those of us who are livin' la vida low-carb because we as a collective group are a very strong and loyal customer base and I think I helped them realize that with my presence there.

In fact, one of the grill manufacturers who is a member of HPBA named CFM Corporation has generously agreed to donate that gorgeous four-burner gas Vermont Castings Signature Series BBQ grill you see Christine and I standing by last week when we visited their booth at the HPBA Expo. You can check out all the features on this lean mean grilling machine by clicking here.

Who says Jimmy Moore can't deliver the goods for his faithful readers?!

Start dreaming of using that grill worth thousands of dollars right now because it could be yours just in time for the summer BBQ season coming up. It's my way of giving back to YOU for devoting yourself daily to reading my blog and for helping me become one of the most successful health blogs on the Internet today. I definitely could not be doing it without YOU!

I'll announce the full details of the giveaway contest set to take place throughout the month of April very soon and it will feature about 50 PRIZE PACKAGES, including the Grand Prize BBQ grill from Vermont Castings as I celebrate two years of low-carb, diet, and weight loss blogging at its very finest.

Specials thanks again to CFM for providing this sensational prize. Tell your friends and family to start reading the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog to find out how THEY can register to win these valuable prizes. Coming soon...