Friday, December 20, 2013

Looking Back at 2013 with A Year in Play-Doh Moments! {Play-Doh Trash Tossin' Rowdy the Garbage Truck Playset Giveaway}

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As December quickly ticks by, it's easy to say that 2013 was quite a year, wasn't it? But as we count down the final days of the past 12 months, it's difficult to name the "most important" or the "biggest events," as that is all relative to what we each deem important or big, right?

The tornado in Oklahoma, the super typhoon in the Philippines, Lance Armstrong's doping confession, the Pope stepping down, the Manti Te'o hoax, the cruise ship disasters, the Boston Marathon explosions, George Zimmerman being found not guilty, three hostages breaking free from their decade of capture in Cleveland, Paula Deen's poor choice of words, twerking, the birth of Prince George, the government shutdown, school shootings...

Whether or not they seem recent, these (and many other) big news stories filled the headlines day in and day out of 2013 and we're reaching the point where it is time to say goodbye to the year as a whole.

Happy New Year 2013

But what fun would it be to just close up the calendar and move on to 2014 without a little uniqueness and creativity?

That's exactly why the beloved Play-Doh brand has stepped up and chosen ten moments that have captured the hearts of people from all over the country... and sculpted them out of 100% Play-Doh compound! What better way to celebrate 2013 than with "A Year in Play-Doh Moments," in all of its colorful innovation?

year in review

From celebrity buzz and top sports moments to a new culinary trend, Play-Doh put together 2013's top moments in sculptures that are sure to bring a smile to your face!

1. Congratulations on your World Series win, Boston Red Sox!

Boston Red Sox

2. A trip back to the 90's with an 'N Sync reunion!

'N Sync reunion

3. Was there anyone not eagerly anticipating the arrival of Prince George?

Prince George

4. This darkened football stadium pays homage to the power outage at Super Bowl XLVII!

Super Bowl XLVII

5. I'll never comprehend how Diana Nyad swam all the way from Cuba to Florida — what an absolutely amazing feat!

Diana Nyad swim

Wondering what the other half of the Year in Play-Doh Moments might include? Then you'll just have to head over to the Play-Doh Facebook page to see them all! I always love the way that the Play-Doh brand comes up with creative, colorful, fun ways to tie in their classic product with so many other parts of our lives!

From the original canister of a single color to the many, many creative accessories, tools, toys, playsets and more that are now available, Play-Doh is one name that has a place in all of our lives... and now, as a part of 2013 history as well!

And, thanks to their generosity, one person will be able to be "out with the old, in with the new" for the new year because...

One lucky person will win a Play-Doh Trash Tossin' Rowdy the Garbage Truck playset!

Play-Doh Trash Tossin' Rowdy


A big thank you to Hasbro for providing a Play-Doh Trash Tossin' Rowdy playset for me as well as for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.

197 comments:

droopy01201 said...

my wedding (flooderette)
droopydog63@hotmail dot com

Kimberly said...

Prince George was pretty exciting.

Debra Gray-Elliott said...

The death of my youngest daughter will be something I'll never forget about 2013.

SueZH said...

My daughter announced that I will be a grandma.. Still waiting!

kim burnett said...

I visited family out of town this summer!

heatherp626 said...

Disney World with the kids!

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d schmidt said...

For me it was moving our family across the county!

Unknown said...

My daughter graduated community college May 2013.

Anonymous said...

My Grandson calling me Mammy

pattifritz2000 at yahoo dot com
thank you

Unknown said...

The birth of my daughter River DeAnne on June 4th sticks out, as does the death of Grandma DeAnne last Thursday, who River was named after.

Lissa Crane said...

The day that sticks most in my mind for 2013 is the day my nephew was born! Best day of the year!

BrunoDogg2 said...

I will remember my 7 year old son taking his first trip to California with out mommy (he went with grandma)!

Unknown said...

One thing that stands out to me is getting my son potty trained...no more diapers.

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Pink and Green Mom said...

We bought our first house!

tammmm said...

I graduated from nursing school

Laurel said...

One thing that sticks out to me in 2013 is when we bought our first house in September.
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~The Bargain Babe from *Zucchini Summer Blog* said...

my youngest starting preschool

crankyyanky1 said...

dropping one of my sons off at college it was heartbreaking and joyful all at the same time

CarrieAnn13 said...

My oldest starting Kindergarten and my youngest starting preschool

Debra said...

when my son told me i was getting my second grandchild

Colleen Maurina said...

The best moment of 2013 was in April when my new little granddaughter was born!

Anonymous said...

Buying my new 2013 Toyota Rav 4.

Jan Lee said...

The moment that sticks out the most to me in 2013 is when my great nephew was born being the first and only boy in 4 generations of our family :)

kelly said...

The birth of my daughter in October!

Anonymous said...

my sons first birthday!

sohamolina said...

My daughter's birthday

Rita M said...

I couldn't believe that 2013 was the 50th anniversary of President Kennedy's assassination. Time has sure flown.

Unknown said...

My summer vacation was memorable!

sdavis said...

my niece finally able to get pregnant and having her little girl after 10 years of trying

Unknown said...

The moment would be getting my son back!

Unknown said...

My kids have grown up so much this year! I've really enjoyed the year with them and we had a really great time over the summer when we spent my boyfriends vacation visiting museums all week and they loved it!

SHANNA ELIZABETH said...

My twin daughters 1st Birthday -- And Me getting engaged on their 1st birthday !

JJ said...

My wedding day this past First Day of Summer in June. :) Today is our six months anniversary. Merry Christmas gahome2mom

Unknown said...

Meeting my boyfriend was a great moment for me this year.

kellyr78 said...

My daughter starting Kindergarten sticks out to me.
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Anonymous said...

Wow... NOT much really sticks out to me. Sad isn't it? I'm serious, it's been one drag after another and not much light at the end of the tunnel.
Okay we got a new grandkid. One nice thing about 2013.

Unknown said...

It would be the moment of the fun time at Easter.

Linda said...

Our summer trip to the beach.
mintstatesportswear(at)juno(dot)com

Belinda said...

Going to Florida to let my grandpa meet his first great grand daughter was a highlight for me!

Growl Tiger said...

Watching my son learn to walk

Emilie Proctor said...

I found out that I'm pregnant with my 3rd child! She should be here soon!!

Ash said...

Finding out that I'm going to be an aunt for the first time!

demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com

Nicole said...

the 5 children we had in our home for foster care in 2013

walk9 said...

Nothing exciting for me in 2013 unfortunately- just amazed how big my kids have gotten in the past year!

Joanne said...

The birth of my grandson.

ann said...

The passing of my cousin from cancer after a long hard struggle. She was my rock. Heaven received another angel that day.

Unknown said...

Of course it was little Baby George.

Heather Dawn said...

My youngest son turned one this year!

Anonymous said...

I remember our family vacation the best!!

Unknown said...

I would say my husband and I's trip to orlando

JackieJacks said...

Like Barbara Walters, I found Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's relationship fascinating! The most memorable art of this year was certainly the Kimye Proposal of 2013!!! ;)

Kendra said...

The birth of baby George!

Seyma Bennett Shabbir said...

My older son starting Kindegarten!

Billie Wilson said...

My grandma passed away in February 2013. That is what sticks out the most for this year.

Time for Tech said...

The birth of my son in October....almost 5 years to the day after I had my tubes tied.

K.Pugh said...

The death of Nelson Mandela.
Thanks for the chance.

deniseyweesy said...

Having to put my dog to sleep :(

rlleonard said...

thankfully there were no big bad events in 2013 just a lot of little good things which is enough for now.

Victoria Nyquist said...

The most memorable moment for me was the vacation with my husband to celebrate our first year wedding anniversary!

Kelly Massman said...

my husband and I were in the rocky mountain national park and saw 13 ewes coming down the mountain with 5 babies so they could get their minerals from the mud around the lake. awesome experience....

Jennifer H. said...

When my daughter got the lead in her school play!

Wild N Mild $$$ said...

The day I bought my used car. Been so long since we had our own car.

Springbee1234 said...

Halloween, it was a great day for the children. It was the first time I took them trick or treating

bbrittbrat1398 said...

My very first niece was born.
Brittney House BBrittBrat1398@yahoo.com

slehan said...

It was a quiet year in Lake Wobegon. I did win a trip to Orlando and had a good time at Harry Potter at Universal Studios.

slehan at juno dot com

Anonymous said...

I went to the Gator Bowl in Florida - it was a blast.

Jennifer T. said...

The election of the new Catholic Pope was memorable.

petchk79 said...

I would say awaiting Prince George, pictures of Kate's maternity wear etc. it seemed like it was all over the news for months and then everyone wanted pictures!

Darlene said...

The memory that sticks out the most is when my 2 daughter-in-laws told me they were going to have babies in 2014.

Diana Lane Utley said...

I got engaged this year. That's pretty memorable!

Niclan80 said...

My sister's wedding sticks out in my mind as the major event of 2013

Unknown said...

Unplanned pregnancy! I'm expecting fourth child!!!

Theresa N. said...

My new grandson.
Theresa N
weceno(at)yahoo(dot)com

Trudy said...

My daughter finishing chemotherapy

Kim and Ken Carlile said...

The birth of my daughter!

nicolesender said...

Seeing my new grandson for the first time.

Unknown said...

My divorce haha

terrajunebug said...

the many months I was able to spend with my kids

Unknown said...

Celebrating our sons birthdays!

mecarolks said...

The birth of my granddaughter.

Rhonda Clemens said...

Able to take the family to a LA Lakers basketball game, Twins/Yankees game, now we are going to go to a Vikings/Lions game.

Tamar said...

The day my new boss ruined my life will forever be etched in my soul.

:(

Priscilla Benavides said...

The Birth of prince George!
priscillabenavides at yahoo dotcom

sweetsue said...

I got a new job!

Unknown said...

My daughters second birthday was the best moment. She was so excited wearing her dress and us singing to her.

Unknown said...

Being surprised with a new car out of the blue was very memorable.

Lloyd Family said...

my husband was offered (and accepted) his "dream job"

Cassie Eastman said...

The Red Sox winning the World Series, we live in Missouri but my husband isn't a Cards fan so he was glad the Red Sox won!

kathy dalton said...

I quit smoking after 37 years

mogrill said...

Getting a new puppy.
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill12@gmail.com

Unknown said...

The moment that sticks out to me the most in 2013 was my daughters second birthday! Such a fun age and I just love seeing her face light up!

AG said...

Finding out I was pregnant

Tara said...

My kids birthdays.

AndreaH said...

The moment that sticks out for me the most, not even close to the best but definitely one I will never forget, was when I got a call from my stepmom in February that their house was burning down. Within minutes everything in their 30+ years together was gone. Definitely a memorable one and definitely one that I won't ever forget. They are doing better now that they are in another home but still have a ways to go. I am just so thankful they made it out alive!

Dave said...

Taking my kids to North Pole Experience

The Screenwriter's Wife said...

finding out I was pregnant with baby #2.

Peggy Rydzewski said...

Hands down the birth of my granddaughter.

Karen said...

Our hiking trips :)

ktgonyea at gmail dot com

amanda mclemore said...

Spending Thanksgiving at Disney World.

One Frugal Girl said...

Birth of the Royal Baby.

Cardinal11 said...

Moving out of state!

April said...

My twins 2nd bday!


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laurie nykaza said...

2 nieces had babies were so happy for them. 2 uncles passed at the end of the year so sad.

Francine Anchondo said...

The vacation we took

Candace said...

We found out we are pregnant again :)

MELINA said...

My oldest daughter becoming a high school senior this year.

Stevie said...

all the new things we did w/ our daughter this year - go hiking, to the beach

Jenny Q. said...

The best memory for me was building a new home

Unknown said...

my oldest son starting to drive!

Unknown said...

My son's first birthday party!

kdrae said...

My son being born!!

smilekisses said...

The NYC marathon bombing.

Unknown said...

My daughter turning 16 was my favorite moment

Melissa Shirley said...

My son starting high school!!!

tatertot374 said...

Vacationing with my family.

Unknown said...

when we finally got healthcare for all who need it!

Kerry said...

My son starting Kindergarten

Pauline MIlner said...

My most memorable moment was when I got to see our grandson being born. His Dad was very sick with the flu so I was the stand in for our daughter. It was an amazing experience. Thank you for the super giveaway opportunity. Keep up the terrific blogging.

Unknown said...

I became single for the first time in my adult life.

price21100 said...

My husband quit his job as the only one in our family working to follow his dream... Starting his own business!

Adrienne said...

We began our second adoption.

J. Gray Rosenblum said...

My daughter was born in 2013!

Brandi said...

When my son gave his life to Christ!

Bo said...

The birth of baby George was very exciting!

jlee said...

I'll never forget when my son fell and hurt himself and had to get many stitches on his face. He's doing much better now!

Tim A said...

My mother-in-law passing away. Hope to have a better 2014

Treesa said...

My wedding! :D

cc_girly(at)yahoo(dot)com

slehan said...

Winning a trip to Orlando and going to the Harry Potter place.
Thanks for the contest.

slehan at juno dot com

Marianna said...

Beginning graduate school is my major memory of 2013 :)

Angie said...

Visiting New Orleans for the first time!

heather said...

The 2013 event that sticks out the most is obamacare.

Unknown said...

Prince George's birth and my own trip to London

cindy said...

Getting a new puppy...

Unknown said...

My kids playing ball.

amos122902 said...

Finding out about my hubby's girlfriend kinda sticks in my mind. LOL

Melissa Erwin said...

Our Vacation to Huntington Beach!!

Unknown said...

holding my baby for the first time.

Mammamayor said...

My youngest starting kindergarten

annies home said...

It was the first year we were able to just go and do what we wanted on vacation. It was nice to just get in the car and drive without having to think about anything We took a week off and just simply lived without thinking about anything we did not want to this was very rewarding to us

Joanna R. said...

Vacationing in Alaska!

Alittlebitmoore said...

In June of 2013 we moved to a new state...the moment that will stick with me forever was driving out of our driveway for the last time...waving at our wonderful neighbors with tears rolling off my face. All the while trying to keep the tone of my voice happy so my children wouldn't know how sad i was.

Unknown said...

my most memorable moment was my sons first birthday.

Unknown said...

What sticks out the most for me is when we saved two stray dogs from being ran over. They were running out in traffic.

Unknown said...

The death of Nelson Mandela.

Holly said...

My boyfriend and I drinking too much and getting into an arguement. Not cool.

Unknown said...

My husband getting a big promotion at work.

Michelle L said...

The one thing that sticks out most to me from 2013 is my daughters softball team winning their Championship.

Amy Lynn said...

Lots of things stick out in 2013. My son's first birthday, him learning to walk, visiting an Eco village. It was one busy year!
Thanks for this great giveaway!

Unknown said...

A sad and happy year. Lost my grandmother, gained a brother in law..

mommy2luke2008 said...

Meeting my boyfriend. He's the man I've been waiting for.

Mikaela said...

Meeting the love of my life :)

Unknown said...

My daughters first day of kindergarten

Unknown said...

I started college

Sonya said...

Going to Hawaii with hubby!

Darby Elizabeth said...

getting married!

Jen lleras said...

kids turning school aged.

Rebecca L said...

starting a new job.

Michaela R said...

Celebrating my first Niece's birthday.

Ellie Wright said...

Watching my grandson's little league team win city champions and go on to compete in the regional all stars.

Anonymous said...

the birth of my baby girl

polly said...

The birth of our 2nd wonderful grandson was pretty special!

Tylerpants said...

My son starting school was exciting in 2013! tylerpants(at)gmail.com

Anonymous said...

The moment that sticks out to me most is the one when I realized that my Bebe Boy James was taller than I am! :)

Wendy Rozema said...

the vacation we took!

trixx said...

I changed jobs in 2013!

Anonymous said...

making some stupid decisions and ending the year on a bad note.

Erica C. said...

Getting engaged was my big thing!
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Unknown said...

My first grandson was born - can't top that - LOL

Candie L said...

The sad one is my Max dog passed away. The good thing was my kids Robotics teams placed the best in school history. Thank you



candieluster(at)gmail(dot)com

nickieisis3 said...

Seeing the ocean with my 5 year old son. He loved it!

tavernie said...

My daughter and grandkids moved in with us!

susansmoaks said...

I will never forget the day my friend had a baby. I was there, it was beautiful!

susansmoaks at gmail dot com

Becca Ann said...

my youngest starting pre school

brendaelsner said...

The kids and I taking our first real vacation!!

tina reynolds said...

my husband and I getting our passports finally and going to germany on vacation

Shayna said...

My son turned 2 yrs old :) And, I got a promotion at work !!

shebebes@yahoo.com

Unknown said...

The moment would be getting my son back!

JACLYN said...

Watching our baby become a toddler!

Synaptrix777 said...

The day my daughter was born! Everything else is a blur...
Alona Y

karenm101 said...

My grandson started Kindergarten in 2013. So exciting for grandma!

wins4me said...

The birth of my granddaughter

Melanie C said...

the moment that is deepest in my 2013 memories is my daughter's first birthday party.

blew415 said...

5 days in Disney World!

Heather Swarthout said...

My toddler becoming independent. So sad but a huge change at the same time! (lilbittypanda at aol dot com)

Unknown said...

my daughters birthday party at chuck e cheese
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julescar74 said...

The end of my brother-in-laws fight with AIDS, pneumonia, Hodgkin's lymphoma, respiratory distress, and a weakened immune system and loss of bone marrow due to chemotherapy. It was a valiant fight but a person can only fight so much. I'm glad his fight is over,even though I wish he were still around but healthy like he was for so many previous years before his HIV swapped over to AIDS which in essence made his life a living hell, and I hope he is now at peace. I just hope I gave him some small level of piece while he was still with us on this plane of existence where we could converse with hi.

Anonymous said...

My husband and I taking a vacation to Seaworld!

Jo said...

A very rough year for my family, we lost my mom. Devastating, I miss her so much!
jofo120 at yahoo dot com

robyn paris said...

the moment of 2013 that sticks out the most to me was when i mountain biked in colorado

Ledford Land said...

My daughter having surgery and has been so well every since! :)

Jessica E Ledford
cherriesjessilee at gmail dot com

Teresa Thompson said...

Reuniting with my son after his Afghanistan deployment.

MizVickik said...

Christmas morning with my family!
Miz Vickik

LaurKnotter said...

Selling our house!

Gina F. said...

Bringing my daughter to Walt Disney World in April 2013 for the first time.

Vikki Billings said...

My granddaughters first birthday!
vikki.billings@yahoo.com

Danalee said...

The birth of my son. :)

lilyk said...

spending time with loved ones