This is a compensated review from BlogHer and Cheer.
Keep reading to find out how to win a bottle of Cheer detergent!
It's well after Labor Day now, and I'm being a good little girl and following the No White After Labor Day rule. Actually, I follow that rule pretty much every day of the year, at least when it comes to my kids. I hate getting them white shirts because I just know that after a while those whites are going to get all dull and dingy. I recently participated in BlogHer's Cheer detergent review, and I was pleasantly surprised at how Cheer's new formulation made our whites look really clean and bright.
The Basics
We received a bottle of Cheer brightClean 2x Ultra, in Fresh Clean scent to try out. Here's what the makers of Cheer have to say:
Cheer® is on a mission to get rid of the dingies. Our new and improved brightCLEAN™ formula should do the trick. Now, it's formulated to give you brighter whites and colors in just 1 wash.
Cheer also comes in several other varieties. For a complete list, and more information, visit the Official Cheer Detergent site.
The Bongga
The smell is nice and pleasant, not overpowering at all. And I have to say, even my kids' white shirts came out looking nice and bright. It's almost like I dumped some bleach in with the detergent! Unfortunately my camera isn't good enough to show you the difference between the Before and After, so I'm posting a photo of my boys surrounded by some sheets and towels laundered in Cheer brightCLEAN. And if that doesn't brighten your day, nothing will!
The Blah I'm glad to see that Cheer makes a Free and Gentle variety, with zero dyes or perfumes, as well as versions specially formulated for high efficiency (HE) washing machines -- but I'd love to see a more eco-friendly version with more naturally-derived ingredients. And just to set your expectations -- bear in mind that it's detergent, not bleach. It didn't succeed in removing any of the stains that my other detergents failed at. So while it does seem to make whites whiter, don't expect it to turn black (or brown, or whatever stubborn stain color you've got) into white. The Bottom Line Cheer does a great job cleaning clothes and demolishing dinginess! Win it! Cheer is all set to brighten your day in more ways than one. First of all, you can brighten your day instantly when you check out Cheer's fun instant win game. Just spin the virtual wheel to win prizes, and enter to win an LG Front Loader washer and dryer! In addition, Cheer is going to brighten one lucky Bonggamom Finds reader's day by giving away a bottle of Cheer detergent! To enter, leave me a comment below and tell me How do you brighten the lives of others? For extra entries, you can do any or all of the following (please leave a separate comment for each extra entry): 1) Grab my button -- it's on the left hand sidebar, or click here to get it -- and post it on your blog! (leave a comment here with a link to your site). 2) Blog about this giveaway and link to this giveaway on your blog post (leave a comment with a link to your blog post). 3) Tweet this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your tweet). Here is a sample tweet you can copy and paste: Win a bottle of Cheer detergent from @bonggafinds http://tinyurl.com/ycyjjry The Rules: * The contest will begin at 10/05/2009 and will end 11/05/2009, 5:00PM PST. * No duplicate comments. Maximum of 4 entries per person. * This giveaway is open to US-residents, aged 18 and over. * Winners will be selected via random draw, and will notified by e-mail (so make sure you leave a working email address). * You have 48 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected. * See the official rules here: Official Rules Don't forget to check out more reviews of Cheer Detergent by BlogHer reviewers. Check out the rest of the BlogHer Reviewers' Cheer Detergent reviews -- you have 8 chances to win! Good luck!
142 comments, leave yours here:
I try to brighten the lives of others by smiling as much as I can. Even when I don't really feel smiley inside.
treflea4 at gmail dot com
I try to brighten the lives of others by treating them the same way I wish to be treated. The golden rule!
natebrooke@yahoo.com
I Tweeted
http://twitter.com/Brookehig/status/4657185145
Every day I smile at strangers and I am always a kind and courteous driver.
Share homemade baked goods
I try to brighten others days by saying Thank You & smiling. It's amazing how far that goes!
onecrypticmama AT yahoo DOT com
I am on a daily mission to compliment people more. I think things in my head all the time but now I will actually say it to them. "You look really cute today!" or "I LOVE your purse!" It makes such a difference!
samanthajocampen at gmail
How do you brighten the lives of others?
I listen when someone just needs a ear
copperllama at yahoo dot com
I brighten other people's lives by always having and open ear and just being there. ajsahm@gmail.com
To be there for them when they need me, even if it's just to talk. The main point is letting them no I care. Thank you!
tweet -
http://twitter.com/jessilynne/status/4723172679
I like to make and share handmade cards with others
I brighten the lives of others by smiling all the time. I hope that my cheerful demeanor and friendly smile can maybe help brighten up someone's day if it is not going so well.
Thank you for the giveaway :)
hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com
I'm the friendliest person to everyone I meet!
mzpaw@yahoo.com
I've always liked to bake, so I'm always baking something for someone. It sure brightens their day - even if it doesn't help their waistline!
I love to give to others. =)
lilacbutterfly [at] earthlink.net
I make sure me and my children do a good deed for someone every day
it brightens ours as much as thiers
I freecycle unused household, personal items, clothes to those in need.
nightowlmama@comcast.net
http://twitter.com/Nightowlmama/status/4776793067
tweet
I just smile and say hello. You'd be surprised how people respond! Thanks!
I try & be nice & helpful...holding doors, smiling, sometimes just a kind word will make someone's day.
I try to help where and when I can
A smile can make other people's day so I try to do it more esp with strangers
I like to give cards for no special reason to brighten someone's day.
tweet
http://twitter.com/ohstac/statuses/4792689878
I try brighten the lives of other by smiling more and giving more praise to others.
I brighten the lives of others by volunteering for several organizations
I give friends and family gifts just because they came across my mind.
elkaye[at]gmail[dot]com
Tweet: http://twitter.com/Elkaye/status/4795525949
elkaye[at]gmail[dot]com
I listen when they want to talk
I brighten the lives of others by always asking them how they are and taking the time to actually listen.
I visit and elderly friend of mine, who is in a nursing home,several times a month.
I send fresh baked cookies to my sons who live out of town. I also try to be a good friend.
I made muffins and shared them with our new neighbors
I brought my grandma flowers this weekend to brighten her week.
hebert024 at aol dot com
I brighten the lives of others by being considerate = opening doors, allowing others to go ahead, saying thank you etc.
stormraven at gmail dot com
I do things like sending cards to friends and family who live far away and sharing garden produce and loaves of homemade bread with those who live nearby.
I try to smile at others when out & about. You never know, they may be having a really bad day & a smile may make them feel better.
mscoffee77(AT)juno(DOT)com
I try to be as nice as possible to people by always smiling and helping out when I can.
I try to brighten the lives of others by smiling and saying hello when I pass by. asthenight at gmail dot com
Doing little things for people, when they really need it, is the best thing. Just that little burst of goodness can mean the world.
i brighten th elives of others by always having a smile
i brighten th elives of others by always having a smile
I work for progressive social change!
mandy_vandeven(AT)yahoo.com
I really try to live by the rule of do unto others as you would be done by. In that way, I can't be certain I have brightened someone's life, but I know that I have tried.
clynsg at yahoo.com
I always try to compliment my family & friends. And, I'm always telling my kids how proud I am of them even when it's something small.
I brighten the lives of others by always being there for them.
I tweeted: SouthernChillin Win a bottle of Cheer detergent from @bonggafinds http://tinyurl.com/ycyjjry
I follow Bonggamom.
i'm available when others need it
I try to brighten the lives of others by asking about their problems and not telling them mine.
smchester at gmail dot com
http://twitter.com/madreblair/status/4905732732
tweeted
I try to brighten the lives of others by truly listening. When my family wants to talk I stop what I'm doing and really pay attention to them. Thank you!
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/kewpiedoll04/status/4906680497
I think that you can brighten someone's day just by giving them an encouraging word or a smile.
jedoggett@embarqmail.com
I try to smile to people who look sad. :)
racheliznewman(at)gmail(dot)com
I think that you can brighten someone's day just by making them laugh.
austma7@aol.com
I'm encouraging, positive and supportive.
gknl at aol dot com
I try to focus on being nonjudgmental and supportive towards others!
Thanks for entering me! Great Contest!
Janna Johnson
janna@FeedYourPigBlog.com
jannajanna@hotmail.com
www.FeedYourPigBlog.com
Each school day as I walk into the high school building where I work, I put a smile on my face. With it being a Title 1, at-risk high school, this may be the only smile that some of the students see each day from an adult.
Thank you,
Christine
womackcm@sbcglobal.net
I tweeted about this giveaway http://twitter.com/ossmcalc/status/4961072877
Thank you,
Christine
womackcm@sbcglobal.net
I like to send my friends ecards randomly for little things, big things, or just to let them know I'm thinking of them. It IS free after all and only takes a minute. Especially when I know they aren't having the best of days, I like to spread some cheer!
I do alot of volunteering at my children's school, food banks, Special Olypmics, Cancer Society and the MS Foundation. My children and I also collect and deliver food baskets to the needy at Thanksgiving and Christmas.
tamben7996(at)aol(dot)com
I do small things like smile at someone who looks down, hold doors for people, pay the toll for the person behind me...etc. Thanks!
egreca (at) hotmail {dot} com
I try to brighten lives by giving a heartfelt compliment.
I brighten my family's day by giving them my complete attention, and support. And I also make them cookies!
pkbailey@charter.net
Just having good manners brightens other's lives. jelly15301@gmail.com
I say hello to the people I pass on my morning run. Usually they're half-asleep walking their dogs...I'd like to think that it's always more pleasant to start your day with a friendly face.
savingforhome at gmail dot com
I always try to smile and say hello to most everyone I come across during my walk as well as try to donate as much as I can
thegrants(at)live(dot)com
I blogged:
http://cartoonlovinmomma.blogspot.com/2009/10/quick-giveaway-round-up-for-103109.html
thegrants(at)live(dot)com
Tweet:
http://twitter.com/sgrant2005/status/5318021170
thegrants(at)live(dot)com
brighten the lives of others by volunteering my time to young women in a local Youth Detention Center. Many of these girls made wrong choices and are trying to get back on track to make something out of their lives
teechbiz at gmail dot com
Smiling - it's amazing what a difference a simple smile can make!
By smiling, being caring and loving to others.
aunteegem@yahoo.com
I always make someone smile or laugh even when they don't want to. I crack a joke, when they least expect it, find the funny things in things they don't think are funny. even make a stranger smile when they seem to be having a bad day.
Sometimes you just gotta love em. I work as a waitress and i telling you my customers make it very easy for me to brighten there day because every time they come to see me they brighten mine.
texasmomof3(AT)hotmail.com
Saying thank you to people when they do something nice or smile to brighten moods. letessha@yahoo.com
Have the button
someofmywinnings.blogspot.com
I brighten the lives of others with smiles and compliments. JD
SamneneD@aol.com
compliment even the smallest thing. There is ALWAYS something nice to say to everyone.
I blogged about your giveaway at
http://shandick.blogspot.com/
thanks
I tweeted
mamajobro
I brighten the lives of others by sending them a note or card in the mail to let them know I am thinking of them.
ssovrnej@gmail.com
I have your button on my left sidebar.
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I like to brighten the lives of others by listening. Asking how was your day and actually waiting for the answer and not just "fine" can make a huge difference.
I try to brighten people's lives by just talking to them, asking how they are.
I try to listen when a friend needs someone to talk to.
tweet http://twitter.com/dlb1980/status/5397426340
When my kids are down or grumpy I cheer them up by playing jokes on there and making funny faces, I love to see them smile :)
rrussell89408@yahoo.com
I love to bake (hate to cook)so I am always bringing cookies to the office.
Here's a tweet:
http://twitter.com/ky2here/status/5408570740
I like to give other people compliments. It's makes them and me feel good.
Giving a smile and a "thank you" or "have a nice day" wherever we go is typical for me and my family. I find that it brings a smile to other people's faces too!
I am the one who is giving to see there faces light up or even just a smile warms my heart. Around christmas time, at our bank they have a tree of giving with childrens (boy/girl & age) on a tag. I give to 2 boys & 2 girls. I love the fact that if its just something small, it is something big in their eyes!
clemensrhonda@hotmail.com
I try to make my friends laugh. Everything is brighter when you laugh. Clean clothes for the family is always a good thing too and getting them brighter would be so welcome.
I try to be there when they need me.
erma.hurtt@sbcglobal.net
Bring a dog, my dog to a nursing home-
Diane Baum
esldiane@gmail.com
By donating to the village and my sponsored child in Ghana, Africa. I love to donate to World Visions gift catalog. I would love to see the smiling faces of those who are able to receive these gifts. I love to give people things and hopefully put a smile on their faces.
mrs(dot)catterson1(at)gmail(dot)com
i brighten the lives of others with my positive attitude
dreamcleavers@yahoo.com
I suppose volunteering to do taxes for low income families brightens their lives--at least they aren't paying an arm and a leg to get them done!
clynsg at yahoo.com
We donate food to the foodbank everytime we go to the store, even if its something we have bought on buy one get one free, we think its important to help others.
If I see a person in line with me at the grocery store and I have a good coupon for something they have in their cart, I will often give it to them.
digicat{AT}sbcglobal{DOT}net
I try to be friendly and nice to people that I meet.
janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
Tweet:
http://twitter.com/Janetfaye/status/5442644201
janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
When I bake a batch of cookies I like to bring some over to my next door neighbor.
I do a simple thing like be polite and considerate of others, such as those I encounter while dining out or shopping.
wowknk@gmail.com
I brighten the lives of others with hugs! Giving friends a hug always cheers them up :)
I try to brighten the lives of others by treating them the same way I wish to be treated.
I always try to have a smile on my face no matter what. It really does help other people be in a better mood. Thanks!
I try to brighten the lives of others by offering a warm smile and a listening ear. Usually people just want to be noticed and heard.
I brighten the lives of others by being unselfish! I give my time and knowledge..or sometimes just listen..I love giving! I may not always have the money to give, but sometimes, just giving your ~Smile~ can brighten up anyones day!
i brighten the lives of others by doing random acts of kindness, taking the buggy back to the store for people, holding the door open for them, and things like that!
http://twitter.com/mrstls/status/5451392025
When I visit my Mom at the Assisted Living Center she lives at I spent time talking to and listening to other residents who don't get vistors.
I try to brighten peoples lives with positiveness and encouragement, I also like to Give also I feel this is what Im to do in life.,. I have a particular old widow 86 that I am always giving things to- her, her kids, & grand kids.
lighthousee27(at)gmail.com
tweeted, http://twitter.com/litehouse27/status/5452892193
I am a true believer in the power of random acts of kindness. I was taught by my parents at a very young age through example of my parents being such advocates of performing random acts of kindness that by doing so you can literally change the course of someone's day or life. You never know when someone is on the brink, on the edge of sadness or despair and your small act of kindness can bring them back to reality and change the course of their life. Whether it is simply smiling at someone and saying hello as you open a door for them, or as I do very often, offer a helping hand to an elderly person by shoveling their sidewalk, or bringing them a home baked casserole, just doing something effortless on your part can make a huge impact on someone else's life. That is how I choose to brighten the days of others and I hope by my own acts I am teaching my children the same level of important this is as my own parents did with me.
joannaonthelake@gmail.com
I brighten others lives by random acts of kindness and sending thinking of you/just because cards. trinitygsd at yahoo dot com
By simply smiling and saying hello! Thanks for the contest!
airalynn(@)gmaildotcom
When they're upset, I try to listen, offer advice, and make them laugh all in one sentance.
fefebelkin[at]live[dot]com
tweet!:http://twitter.com/fefemarie09/status/5456699885
fefebelkin[at]live[dot]com
I'm what you call a friendly person. I like to be nice to everyone. I tend to go out of my way to talk to people who are lonely or who are a little different. A few words to some one who otherwise doesn't have many friends can cheer a person up or brighten their day. My daughter says I'm too nice to everyone but that's just the way I am.
kngmckellar@hotmail.com
http://kngmckellar-glorias.blogspot.com/2009/11/brighten-your-life-cheer-detergent.html
blogged
kngmckellar@hotmail.com
http://twitter.com/kngmckellar/status/5457682116
tweeted
kngmckellar@hotmail.com
I am a card sender. I will send out cards to people I know who hare having a bad week or just because. I get so many nice thank yous!
I always try to give to those less fortunate
I love to smile and talk to strangers. Even the unhappiest looking people will smile back.
I love making cookies and crafts for people! Sweets and presents always make people happy! Also, you’ll always find me smiling, which makes people happy too!
I tweeted!
http://twitter.com/_HeatherAnne_/status/5459926832
I try to brighten the lives of others by volunteering and donating to charity
I try to brighten other peoples day by always being friendly. I know that a smile is totally contagious. Thank you for having this giveaway.
litefoot873 (@) hotmail.com
I brighten the lives of others by being kind and helpful.
lilyk@mail2world.com
I tweeted-http://twitter.com/litefoot873/status/5460571399
litefoot873 (@) hotmail.com
I make sure I know how to make my family’s favorite meals and desserts the way they like them :)
I make it a point to stay in regular contact with friends and family - I don't want those I care about to wonder WHY I'm calling! :)
mcj4tlj(at)comcast(dot)net
Everyone always compliments me on my baked goods so when someone is going through a hard time, I bake one of their favorites and tell them I'm there if they need someone to talk to.
Smiles and jokes tend to do the trick.
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to everyone who entered, and congratulations to the winner: #132, Ladybugmama!
I usually just stand right by them and make SURE they are doing it correctly. When I'm too busy, then, I can't promise they do it the right way. Wacha gonna do????
May Schultz
may041827@yahoo.com
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