#Dial ~Deep Cleansing Hand Soap REVIEW~ #PurexInsider

As a PurexInsider I'm introduced to some other wonderful products the  Henkel company has out. One product is Dial  and I was able to try out the newest premium,  Deep Cleansing Hand Soap

 Invigorate your hands with this premium micro-scrubbing soap. It gently cleans as it moisturizes and refreshes, with the vibrant scents. During the harsh winter months we all suffer from drier skin so I'm on the lookout for soaps and items that have a bit of moisturizer in them but a soap that will get the job done.   I like how it make me  like I've treated my hands to a mini spa every time I wash.

Available in  yellow raspberries and black sugar,  water blossom, and Coconut Lime Verbena

As this is a NEW item I found it a little hard to find in every store right now-- best place is Super Targets and Wegmans. You can always find them on Amazon.

The Dial brand provided me with a sample of Dial Deep Cleansing Hand Soap in exchange for an honest product review. The opinions expressed here are 100% my own.

8 inch Green Earth Pan by #Ozeri #Eco-Friendly Cookware #REVIEW

When you have a non stick pan---what a better way to give it a test drive then to whip up some pancakes!!

 I received the 8 inch  frying pan--as you can see from the  the pan was a huge hit--GREAT SIZE for pancakes. There is a textured bottom on the pan and it left an impression on the pancakes --kids thought it was funny--What I loved there was NO BATTER left on the pan!

The multi-layerd coating makes for a greater heat conductor then most traditional pans. The pan cooks faster so you need to avoid over heating. 

The Green Earth Pan can be cleaned in the dishwasher; but for the best results Ozeri suggest you clean it with hot soapy water or a little lemon juice and rinse thoroughly!

They also carry a 10 inch  and 12 inch. You can find them on Amazon, Home Depo's  website and Cooking.com. Lids are also available for purchase separately.

 Don’t forget to check out the Ozeri Facebook page!
I give the pan a 5 star rating! I'm hoping to add the others to my kitchen real soon. 

#TBT ~~FLOWER FUN~~

I think we're going to have to start the
garden indoors this year too

#WordlessWednesday ~~Just Hangin' ~~

~Going in to wake up my daughter this morning ~
This is what I found  =D

Bebe Bella Designs Crinkle Toy Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

When my daughter was just a tot she had this ball that was just a bunch of tags some of the
tags made a crinkle sound--it would keep her busy for hours! Bebe Bella has designed a similar to that Miss Molly is having fun with.

Sensory development is serious play for your little one!  Keep your baby stimulated and comforted with Bebe Bella Designs Crinkle Toy. This crinkle toy is made with our signature soft minky chenille and is lined with a fun "crinkly" noise that can keep your little one entertained for hours. Even if the child is not really at the age to "play" with toys...their lil hands can grasp at the toy and they will be delighted when they hear the noise and there isa fun texture for their fingers.

 

It is a soft cuddly mini "blankie" as Miss Molly was calling it.
She liked wrapping up  her lil people in it.


Bebe Bella Designs is giving away FREE crinkle toy  through March 31st, or while supplies last.  This is an absolutely free crinkle; you just pay for shipping and handling. 

**Limit one crinkle per household.** Simply place the crinkle toy in your shopping cart and enter code “crinkleblog” in the discount code area at check out.  These cute little crinkle toys make great baby gifts and also fit quite nicely in Easter baskets:)

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So Nice I'm sharing #twice

 I was just introduced  to a  site that sells awesome pre-loved clothes from brands like J.Crew,and Banana Republic, so I thought you'd  all want to check it out for sure! Some of my daughters favorite cloths have been purchase used, buying used, I am often able to get better quality clothing than what I could afford if I bought new. And with tween it's all about NOT wearing the same outfit too often.
 They'll buy your used clothes too, and they've got a $20.00 promo going on right now, so try to take advantage of it if you can!Click HERE for more info.

Look at the cute clothes that are on the site now

#TBT Happy First Day of #Spring

Visit to the Buffalo Botanical Gardens

#WordlessWednesday~~FLOWERS~

Even if they are tape and paper its a sign of SPRING =D

Skinny Jane "Skinny Blend Protein Shake" Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Skinny Jane helps women lose weight and be healthier and happier. They  offer two weight loss challenges and several weight loss supplements on their  website, 

 This is a weight loss shake, however, the purpose of this review  is  to tell you my  experience the great taste of Skinny Blend and see how it mixes easily.

I tried the Strawberry and had a shake every morning for a week. The flavor was good not too much berry that you felt like it was a kids drink.

I found it did  suppresses my appetite and increases my energy a bit and I'm sure if I used it for a longer period of time I'd notice a dramatic difference. I think they make a great mid-day snack.

 The product sell it on Amazon and on Skinnyjane.com

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Moms (and kids) LOVE #saladswap from #FreshExpress

Fresh Express is the market leader in delivering great-tasting, nutritious, fresh products to health-conscious people like you and me.  I was thrilled to  host a sampling party with my Moms' group as a Moms Meet Ambassador. There is such a great selection of Fresh Express out there -you'll find something for everyone! We love that they are pre-washed and kept it "Keep-Crisp"breathable bags to preserve freshness. They also have a special USDA-Certified Organic line! The kits can be found at Target stores and other major market across the US. The kits range in price from $2-$4 per bag.





 We talked about the new swap challenge that Fresh Express is running. The flavorful recipes help to cut back our calorie intake daily!

The Fresh Express 30-Day Salad Swap lets you recreate some of your favorite higher calorie foods, like cheesy pizza and creamy pasta, in lower calorie salads. Swap one meal a day for a month and you'll  feel better and you'll earn money-saving coupons along the way. 

The site inspired us to try out a few swaps of our own.

When you want this....1000+ calories!

Make this instead...under 500 calories!

Burger Salad
Italian mix salad 
1/2 low fat shredded cheese
1 Turkey Burger patty cut up
1/4 th cup of reduced-fat Thousand Island


Check out the site and get started  with some great swap out recipes today!! I've made a few salads for my self at dinner time and my kids kept asking for a taste,because it looked so good. I made a dinner with a swap that I though they would love and I was right --I've never seen my kids eat a salad so fast!! I suggest trying this one at home!!

Spring Mix and Grilled Cheese Croutons

Instead of a Grilled Cheese Sandwich try this Balsamic Spring Mix Salad with Sundried Tomatoes and Grilled Cheese Croutons.

Grilled Cheese: 730 Calories
Spring Mix with Grilled Cheese Croutons: 230 Calories

Serves 4

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients:
1 bag Fresh Express Spring Mix
4 slices sprouted-whole grain bread (you can also use whole wheat bread)
4 slices (4 oz) of reduced-fat cheddar
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in extra virgin olive oil, drained and rinsed, chopped
spray butter (2 second spray)

Dressing:
1/3 cup your favorite lite balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions

For the croutons:
1. Place two slices of cheese on a slice of bread. Top cheese with another slice of bread to form a sandwich. Repeat to form another sandwich.
2. Then, spray both outer slices with spray butter.
3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. When the pan is hot, add sandwich. Cook until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes, and then flip and cook another 3-5 minutes.
4. When finished, carefully place the grilled cheese on a cutting board and let it rest for approximately 5 minutes.
5. Then, carefully cut off the crust. Discard the crust and cut the grilled cheese into large dices (the size of a crouton).

For the salad:
1. Place greens and sundried tomatoes in a bowl.
2. Toss with vinaigrette.
3. When dressing is fully incorporated, portion into 4 salad bowls. Top each salad with grilled cheese croutons.

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Balls Boy Dream Band...

That title got your attention!!!!

Introducing the Balls Dream Band brought to you by Soft Scrub 4-in-1 Toilet Care!

Ladies, eat your heart out: the time for a dazzlingly clean toilet has arrived! Check out the Balls Dream Band as they strut their stuff to show just how sexy a clean, fresh toilet can be.

This is a fun promotion I was made aware of as a PurexInsider

On March 5, 2014, Bref Power Activity will set women’s pulses racing again with a new digital campaign: The Balls Dream Band is back!

Each of the hunks stands for one of the four active ingredients in Bref Power Activ.

Bref Power Activ – with a powerful combination of four active ingredients

• Cleansing foam: cleans the toilet with each flush
• Anti-limescale formula: prevents the build-up of limescale stains
• Dirt protector: helps prevent toilet grime
• Extra freshness: for a pleasant, fresh fragrance

Check out their new video here

YES, I CAN! - HUGO THE HAPPY STARFISH ~ #ebook #review ~

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

HUGO THE HAPPY STARFISH - ISLAND ADVENTURES’ is packed with life lessons for kids, showing them the importance of appreciation, patience, tolerance and optimism amongst others.

Teaching children life skills can be tricky, but with this exciting book your kids will come across some of the most important lessons there are to be learned. Like Hugo, their journey to the real world will be full of character lessons along the way.

In Hugo, children, parents, and educators will discover a lovable and engaging role model with whom they can identify.

YES, I CAN! - is book 8 in the Island Series. Hugo learns that you need to try and if you fail--just try again!

Get your copy today on Amazon  and be sure to look out for more quality Kindle Books published by HAPPY LANGUAGE KIDS PUBLICATIONS!

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TEAMWORK - HUGO THE HAPPY STARFISH ~~ebook review~~

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Hugo is a little starfish whose home is at the bottom of the wide ocean...and his books are finding a new home in our Kindle library;   longs to visit the real world, and one day he decides to go and find it. Hugo's journey to happiness isn't quite as straightforward as he hopes though. He is sent to a series of different islands where he is taught important character lessons.
By the end of his journey, Hugo has visited fourteen islands, made many more friends, and, most importantly, learned how to be a better starfish.
 

Teamwork is the 11th book of the island adventures. The book as all in the series was a quick read. Miss Molly  enjoyed the colorful friends that helped Hugo in the story.  Suzy Liebermann has a great style of writing for children. Check out other  Hugo the Happy Starfish  books are available on Amazon

 

The book is suitable as a read aloud book for preschoolers or a self-read book for older children. If you've been following my blog for any amount of time you know I highly recommend adding the Hugo Starfish books to your childrens library!

 
The book comes with a number of worksheets which are downloadable at no cost on  the website.

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Royal Canin CAT FOOD # REVIEW #PETS

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Royal Canin has been committed to Health Nutrition for over 40 years with the aim of providing more precise nutritional answers, adapted to the specific needs of cats and dogs. The Feline Breed Nutrition is tailor made nutrition for pure breed cats with an exclusive kibble for each breed. They offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on their products.

I added it with our normal  dry food for the first few days-with no trouble actually it was the old brand that was left in the bowl.   Since the first time I started adding it Shalby's coat is so beautiful now and I never realized the difference a balanced combination would help with that! 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

#WordlessWednesday ~~ Goodies in the mail!! ~~

~Starbucks GC and $150 Visa~
going in my Christmas stash =D

Review a Costume Accessory #StPatricksEdition

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Private Island Party offers a wide variety of costume accessories and novelties that would be great for any holiday. I was sent some ST.Patricks Day items. The quality was what's to be expected for holiday items...the hat does seem like it will hold up a lot longer then the head bands--but the items are all sold for about $5 or less. It makes it affordable for everyone to wear the green with out spending a lot of green!

I've read a few other reviews and some people had an issue with delivery time. I placed my order and received it within two weeks...but as with on-line shopping give yourself plenty of time.

Their inventory is impressive and surely you will find just what you’re looking for among what looks like hundreds and hundreds of fun props and costume pieces!

  I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

What I'm pinning--Ready for Spring!!

It's only 10 more days until SPRING!!! WOW I find it so hard to believe with all the snow  all over my yard!!! I had to give myself a shot of SPRING over at Pinterest!


Some very beautiful yards & I see some fun activities in our future!!!

SO DOING THESE TWO CUTE CUTE!!

And what would Spring be with out flutterby's!!!! I see a whole bunch of these flying on my front door!

are you like me and SO SO  ready for Spring???
EVEN my feet want to feel the SUN!!!

What do you forward too the most????

Energems Chocolate Energy Bites #Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

I am not a huge fan of energy shots and drinks – mainly because I don't always need HOURS of energy just a lil boost- but I've found  a great alternative:
Energems Chocolate Energy Bites

The  awesome thing about this product is the  flavors:

Finally, a better way to energy!   Energems energy supplements are made with delicious real milk chocolate in hard-coated gem shapes and are infused with caffeine, B vitamins and our unique energy blend. 3 "gems"  are equal to one cup of coffee. Now I'm not about to give up my morning cup of joe...

but I am trying to cut back...so it's great to have another way for that pick me up I need!.

I'm really loving the mint.

Energems are available at more than 20,000 retailers nationwide including Dollar General, Circle K, Amazon and other select retailers and  on Energems website   There are 15 gems in a box at about $2.99 so much cheaper then coffee too =D

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#TBT #DisneySide

First Disney Trip for my Kids...HOW I WANT TO BE THERE NOW!!!! =D