May 14, 2010

Hot Shoes for a Hot Mama - Okab Shoes Review and Giveaway

According to Random.org, our lucky winner is (drum roll please).... Number 66! Tracy Iglesias- She wins her choice of Gabby - Camel w/ Faux Leather Chord and Bamboo Beads. Congratulations!!! 

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The weather is starting to warm up. Flip Flop season is almost here! The thought of it alone is making me excited! I love sandals and flip flops. Being born in a tropical country, they were part of my lifestyle and culturally integrated into our fashion styles. I wear them every chance I get - just ask my husband.  I'm a hot diggity flip flop mama!

 Last week, I finally got the chance to wear and flaunt one as I celebrated Mother's day eve with family. And what a delight it was to wear my new hot Okab Shoes flip flop! And why not? Oka b Shoes were featured in O Magazine, and Parade Magazine featured the Vivien, which is what I wore that day!

Oka b Shoes sent me the Vivien in Licorice w/ Licorice Tahitian Flower for review. A flip flop thong with mid-heel. It comes with another color - copper with pink Tahitian flower but I requested the black since it is my favorite color.
I did a lot of walking that day which was a great opportunity to test out the quality and performance of the shoes.

Top 3 best features:
  • Design - I love the flower adornment which gave the shoes it's own classy personality. Add the thong style and mid-heel in the equation and that makes it wearable in any given occasion. That's versatility. 
  • Arch Support and Massage beads - This is one of it's impressive features. I have high arches and wearing footwear with arch support is recommended. You don't see a lot of footwear that includes this feature by design. It's great to see that Okab shoes has included this little detail in their collections.
  • Flexibility - The sandal is not stiff but rather "bouncy" which somehow cushions the foot from the impact of too much walking. Say about an hour of window shopping?
 Top 2 Notable Concerns:
  • Slippage - My foot that is. Since it's made of rubber with glossy surface, when my foot sweats, it has a tendency to make my foot slip forward and push against the thong which is a bit painful. In general, this is true for most footwear made in the same way.
  • Weight - The mid-heel has given the sandal a bit of a weight which became a weight issue after walking for a while. This could be because the heel is made of solid rubber - next time I'll wear an Okab flats.
The Verdict :
The Sandal is a keeper! It's great features far outweigh the noted concerns.  Every woman should have an Okab shoes in their shoe collection. They're versatile and made with comfort in mind. It is also great to note that the sandal is vegan friendly and recyclable! Now who can resist shoes like this?! And the price? For a sandal that would last you a while, I think it's worth it. With their wide selections, there's a shoe for every woman with varying taste. Best of all, it's made in the US!

Here's the best part:
Okab shoes has generously offered to give one lucky reader of Zen MamaVentures to win a pair of their lovely shoes so you can experience the same fun and versatility I've had with their shoes. How cool is that!?

Giveaway Rules:

Mandatory Entry:
  • Follow Zen MamaVentures publicly on Google Friend Connect
  • Visit Okab Shoes and Leave a comment here telling us which shoes you want to win.
Extra Entries: (please leave separate comment for each entry)
  • Like Okab Shoes on Facebook
  • Follow Okab Shoes on Twitter
  • Subscribe to Zen MamaVentures RSS
  • Follow me on Twitter: @MaricrisG and Tweet about this giveaway : Enter to win a lovely pair of @Okab Shoes via @MaricrisG Hot shoes for a Hot Mama giveaway! http://bit.ly/9OOVnU
  • Follow me on Facebok 
  • Grab my button and link back to me
  • Become a Fan of Zen MamaVentures on Facebook 
  • Add my Zen MamaVentures to your blogroll
  • Blog about this giveaway (3 entries - leave a link)
  • Subscribe to Zen MamaVentures via email
Deadline: Friday, May 28th, 2010 @ 12:00AM EST. You must leave your email address so I can notify you if you win. Winner will be announced no later than Friday, June 4th . Random.org will be used to select winner. Open to US addresses only, 18 years and older. Winner will have 24 hours to response or another winner will be drawn. Okab Shoes will ship the item to the winner.

Good luck everyone! If you don't win here, you can always enter Okab's Fan Friday Giveaways. Visit their Facebook page to enter every Friday.




*Okab Shoes has provided a pair of shoes for review and sponsored the giveaway.

189 comments:

  1. I like the Samantha.

    melissabecker at gmaildotcom

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  2. Follow on OKAb on twitter as missylissa

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  3. Now following and I like the Averies
    Diane Baum
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  4. Now following Okab shoes on twitter-natmmom
    Diane Baum
    esldiane@gmail.com

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  5. I follow on GFC as moldrites.
    I would love to win the Emily - Licorice w/ Small Pink Stones in medium. Thank you for your consideration.
    moldrites(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  6. i like the girls chloe in aqua and i'm now a follower (mverno)
    mverno@roadrunner.com

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  7. I follow as immortalb4

    I really like the Dogwood.

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  8. I am a facebook fan of oka b. (sarah hirsch)

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  9. I want to win the Suzanne - Salt w/ Turquoise and Veriscite Oval Stones

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  10. I follow on google friend connect, and I would like to win the Bella shoes.

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  11. I am now a google friend

    I really like the Emily sandles

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  12. Hmm tough choice, and I know you suggested the flats- I like the Samantha.


    six_one_nine_girlie86 (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  13. Okab FB fan Jenna Marie-Wood


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  14. Sent a FB friend request to ZenMama- Jenna Marie-Wood


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  15. I follow Okab on Twitter-pyrodamsel


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  16. I'd like to win the Blake - Licorice w/ Turquoise and White Beaded Flower.
    (gfc follower)

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  17. following you on twitter
    + tweeted
    http://twitter.com/hanzabean/status/14081137071

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  18. following okab on twitter
    hanzabean

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  19. I follow u. I love the hadley. amypugmire@live.com

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  20. I follow okab shoes on twitter. 1amypugmire. amypugmire@live.com

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  21. fb fan of okab. amy bolda pugmire. amypugmire@live.com

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  22. follow u on twitter and tweeted. amypugmire@live.com
    http://twitter.com/1amypugmire/status/14081476516

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  23. I follow u on facebook. amy bolda pugmire. amypugmire@live.com

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  24. follow on google, Jennifer

    I would love to win the Suzanne in black

    hippopurplemonkey at yahoo dot com

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  25. Like Okab on FB Jennifer Bee
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  26. sent a friend request on FB Jennifer Bee
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  27. follow Okab on twitter @bayctygrl
    hippopurplemonkey at yahoo dot com

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  28. Following on gfc

    I like the Sophie style in licorice.

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  29. Like you on fb (Cynthia Conley)

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  30. Like Oka b on fb (Cynthia Conley)

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  31. GFC follower

    I like the Blake in Black..very pretty!

    shel704 at aol dot com

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  32. Following OkaB on Facebook-Michelle Hudak
    shel704 at aol dot com

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  33. I follow you on Twitter and I tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/auntiethesis/status/14142557195

    shel704 at aol dot com

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  34. Following OkaB on Twitter @auntiethesis

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  35. I'm your pending Facebook friend-Michelle Hudak
    shel704 at aol dot com

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  36. I follow on Google Friend Connect (Kat McLean) and I'd love to have the Malia thongs (Licorice w/ Small Soft Black Patent Flowers and Small Clear Crystals).

    katlovesmath at gmail dot com

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  37. Zen MamaVentures Facebook fan-Michelle Hudak
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  38. Subscribed via email
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  39. Subscribed to your RSS via google reader
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  40. I like OKAb shoes on facebook (Kat McLean).

    katovesmath at gmail dot com

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  41. I follow OKAb on twitter (Katlovesmath)

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  42. I follow you on twitter (katlovesmath) and I tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/katlovesmath/status/14142737449

    katlovesmath at gmail dot com

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  43. I subscribe to Zen MamaVentures in Google Reader (Kat McLean)

    katlovesmath at gmail dot com

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  44. I like Zen MamaVentures on facebook (Kat McLean)

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  45. http://twitter.com/dwalline/statuses/14172586590

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  46. I Follow Okab Shoes on Twitter

    im @dwalline

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  47. I like the Suzanne in black!
    Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill@comcast.net

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  48. I like the Malia shoes! In Gold! They are classy yet fun! :)

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  49. google friend and would love the audrey slides

    hockiemack at hotmail.com

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  50. I would choose the Gabby - Camel w/ Faux Leather Chord and Bamboo Beads -http://www.shoesthatloveyou.com/p-Gabby-Womens-Shoes-Sandals-Flip-Flop.aspx

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  51. I follow publicly
    I visited site and love the malia in copper color

    scarlettestoltzfus@hotmail.com

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  52. I "like" OKA b. on facebook

    scarlettestoltzfus@hotmail.com

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  53. I follow.

    I'd like to have the Chloe sandals.

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  54. I follow OKAb on Twitter @getalonghome

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  55. Following and tweeted: http://twitter.com/Getalonghome/statuses/14246224778

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  56. RSS subscriber.

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  57. I follow OKAb on Twitter @getalonghome

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  58. Email subscriber.

    1

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  59. Blogged here: http://getalonghome.com/2010/05/contests-today-26/

    1

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  60. I like the style that the Emily has.Combined with style,good looks,comfort and priced right,the Emily is my choice.
    opalbaker@yahoo.com

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  61. I follow publicly on GFC
    I'd like the Isabella

    adrianecoros(at)gmail.com

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  62. Following on Google.

    I would love to win the Claire in Spa Blue.

    dawns_horizen@yahoo.com

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  63. I'm a facebook fan of Okab (Jessica Wagner)
    jjak2003 at gmail dot com

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  64. I follow Okab through twitter (@jjak2003)
    jjak2003 at gmail dot com

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  65. I follow through google friend connect. I would pick the Sydney - Raspberry Sorbet w/ Medium Soft Pink Crystal
    jjak2003 at gmail dot com

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  66. I'm your facebook fan (Jessica Wagner)
    jjak2003 at gmail dot com

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  67. I subscribe via e-mail
    jjak2003 at gmail dot com

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  68. I follow through twitter and tweeted
    http://twitter.com/jjak2003/statuses/14512986530
    jjak2003 at gmail dot com

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  69. I follow on GFC as rsg.
    I would love to win the Taylor - Licorice w/ Small Clear Crystals.
    rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com

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  70. Blake - Copper w/ Coral and Ivory Beaded Flower

    follow blog as jelaws5

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  71. like Okab on fb-julie L

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  72. email subscriber

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  73. follow you on FB-julie scottlaws

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  74. fb fan of yours-julie L

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  75. I would love to win Malia - Licorice w/ Small Soft Black Patent Flowers and Small Clear Crystals.
    yummyfaerie at hotmail dot com

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  76. I follow Okab Shoes on Twitter.
    yummyfaerie at hotmail dot com

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  77. I Like Okab Shoes on Facebook
    yummyfaerie at hotmail dot com

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  78. I would choose the Audrey in Copper!

    maxfrostfate@gmail.com

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  79. I'm following Okab Shoes on Twitter (maxfate)
    I got excited about the shoes, and forgot to mention I follow your blog with Google Friend Connect, as maxfate!

    maxfrostfate@gmail.com

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  80. I subscribe by RSS in Google Reader.

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  81. I follow you on Twitter (maxfate) and Tweeted
    http://twitter.com/maxfate/status/14736442270

    maxfrostfate@gmail.com

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  82. I'm an email subscriber. Thank You!

    maxfrostfate@gmail.com

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  83. I'm a google friend connect follower
    camper223

    I would choose the Malia - Pearl w/ Small Soft Silver Flowers and Small Clear Crystals

    http://www.shoesthatloveyou.com/Malia-Womens-Open-Toe-Flat-Thong-Sandal-Small-Soft-Copper-Flowers-and-Clear-Crystals-Shoes-That-Love-You-OKA-b.aspx

    Thank you so very much for giving me a chance to be a winner
    camper223[at]live[dot]com

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  84. I Like Okab Shoes on Facebook
    Tammy Kennedy

    Thank you so very much for giving me a chance to be a winner
    camper223[at]live[dot]com

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  85. I follow Okab Shoes on Twitter
    camper223

    Thank you so very much for giving me a chance to be a winner
    camper223[at]live[dot]com

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  86. I Subscribed to Zen MamaVentures RSS feed
    camper223[at]live[dot]com

    Thank you so very much for giving me a chance to be a winner
    camper223[at]live[dot]com

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  87. I did a friend request on facebook
    Tammy Kennedy

    Thank you so very much for giving me a chance to be a winner
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  88. I'm a Fan of Zen MamaVentures on Facebook
    Tammy Kennedy

    Thank you so very much for giving me a chance to be a winner
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  89. I'm a email subscriber
    camper223[at]live[dot]com

    Thank you so very much for giving me a chance to be a winner
    camper223[at]live[dot]com

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  90. I'm a follower and I like the Malia sandals the best!
    kirbycolby at gmail dot com

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  91. I follow Oka b on twitter @Aerated
    kirbycolby at gmail dot com

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  92. I follow and tweeted http://twitter.com/Aerated/status/14777883399
    kirbycolby at gmail dot com

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  93. I am an email subscriber!
    kirbycolby at gmail dot com

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  94. I am following Okab Shoes via Twitter as jlsc123.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

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  95. I am a fan of Okab Shoes via Facebook as Jill Myrick.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

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  96. I am following via Google Friends Connect.
    I would love to have the Savannah Sandals in Raspberry Sorbet.
    Thank you so much for the chance to win.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

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  97. I am subscribed via email as jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com.

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  98. I am subscribed via Google Reader.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

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  99. I am a fan of Zem Mama Ventures via Facebook as Jill Myrick.

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  100. I am a fan via Facebook as Jill Myrick.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

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  101. I follow your blog as samsakara and I like the Malia - Pearl w/ Small Soft Silver Flowers and Small Clear Crystals.

    samsakara@twcny.rr.com

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  102. I Follow Okab Shoes on Twitter as samsakara

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  103. I Like Okab Shoes on Facebook as Shilo Beedy

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  104. I really like the men's camden.

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  105. Twitter follower ky2here1, here's my tweet:

    http://twitter.com/ky2here1/status/14798056341

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  106. I'd choose the Malia - Pearl w/ Small Soft Silver Flowers and Small Clear Crystals in size small.

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  107. Am a GFC follower
    Brandy B

    I like the Taylor shoes.

    mrssquigg @ comcast.net

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  108. Follow Okab Shoes on Twitter

    @mrssquigg

    mrssquigg @ comcast.net

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  109. Like Okab Shoes on Facebook

    Brandy B

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  110. Subscribe to Zen MamaVentures RSS w/ Gmail acct.


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  111. Follow you on Twitter
    @mrssquigg

    Tweet: http://twitter.com/mrssquigg/status/14868011798

    mrssquigg @ comcast.net

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  112. Sent you a Friend request on Facebook

    Brandy B

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  113. Became a Fan of Zen MamaVentures on Facebook

    Brandy B

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  114. I am a new Google Friends Follower (senekers)! Fingers crossed! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  115. I like the Caroline Vanilla with Ivory & Black Satin Bow in Size Medium! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  116. I am a Facebook Fan of Okab-Sharon Seneker! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  117. I retweeted this great giveaway using the green button on this page! Fingers crossed! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  118. I am a Twitter Follower of Okab-shaornjo1! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  119. I am a new Facebook Fan of you-Sharon Seneker! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  120. I am a new Twitter Follower of you-sharonjo1! Great giveaway! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  121. I follow on google friend connect and I like the Taylor shoes.

    ajolly1456 at gmail dot com

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  122. I follow on twitter, lunaj1456

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  123. I am a facebook fan (Anne Jolly)

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  124. email subscribe

    motherabagail531 at yahoo dot com

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  125. Follower on GFC & I'd love to win the Claire - Spa Blue w/ Small Soft Copper Flowers & Small Clear Crystals in Medium/Large :)

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  126. Follow you publicly via GFC.
    If I won I'd like the Grace in copper,please.
    fatmeatloaf1 at gmail dot com

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  127. Following Oka b on Twitter
    @fatmeatloaf1

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  128. Following you on Twitter and tweeted:http://twitter.com/fatmeatloaf1/status/14882643454

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  129. I follow you via GFC and my favorite shoes are the Amri style.

    my email is littleheathen9109 @ yahoo dot com

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  130. I follow u on twitter and tweeted
    http://twitter.com/forgetshyness/status/14884127832

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  131. I now follow OAKB on twitter as @Forgetshyness

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  132. i follow on gfc and really like the Malia thanks eaglesforjack@gmail.com

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  133. I'm a follower of your blog and I love the Vivienne - Licorice w/ Licorice Tahitian Flower thongs!

    laurnie0012@hotmail.com

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  134. I'd like to win the Lucy in brown!

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  135. I follow you on twitter and I tweeted

    http://twitter.com/contestrobyn/status/14886756446

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  136. I like the Camellia - Platinum w/ Large Platinum Flower

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  137. I'm a GFC follower :)
    I like the Chloe Thong Sandals in sunflower and kiwi.

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  138. Blake - Licorice w/ Turquoise and White Beaded Flower

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  139. http://twitter.com/susan1215/status/14923002575

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  140. I follow Okab on twitter susan1215

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  141. i like the Emma
    More colors available in this style.

    Price: $35.00

    susansmoaks at gmail dot com

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  142. your fb fan tony l smoaks
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  143. subscriber
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  144. Google Friend klp1965 and id love to win the Emily in brown

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  145. like you on facebook Kathy L Pease

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  146. like okab on facebook Kathy L Pease

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  147. http://twitter.com/klp1965/status/14942543321

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  148. like zen mamaventures on facebook Kathy L Pease

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  149. GFC follower and I really like the Emily - Licorice w/ Small Pink Stones! Thanks!

    sherri419 at gmail dot com

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  150. Follow you via GFC- brdgcombs and the madison is my fave


    brdgcombs at aol dot com

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  151. follow okab on twitter- @bridget3496

    brdgcombs at aol dot com

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  152. Like Okab on FB- Bridget Combs


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  153. follow you on twitter- @bridget34

    tweet

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  154. subscribe via google reader


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  155. email subscriber

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  156. sent you a friend request on fB- Bridget Combs


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  157. I now follow on Friend. Melanie Calcut
    melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  158. http://twitter.com/mcalcut/status/14946206640

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  159. I love the Amri - Licorice w/ Small Clear Crystals.

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  160. mcalcut
    Follows Okab Shoes on Twitter

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  161. Like Okab Shoes on Facebook
    Melanie Calcut

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  162. I'm following oka b on Twitter (I'm @ThriftyJinxy).

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  163. I'm subscribed to your RSS feed in my Google Reader.

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  164. I follow your blog. I love the Juliet shoes!

    lilyk@mail2world.com

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  165. I subscribed to your feed.

    lilyk@mail2world.com

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  166. I became a fan of Okab Shoes on Facebook.

    lilyk@mail2world.com

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  167. I became your Facebook friend.

    lilyk@mail2world.com

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  168. I subscribed by email.

    lilyk@mail2world.com

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  169. I became your Facebook fan.

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