** I was provided product for the purpose of this review. Wonderful Almonds & Wonderful Pistachios Make Wonderful Gifts! It never fails...I think I am done with all of my Christmas shopping but every year as I am putting together gifts I come up short. I love to bring gifts to every holiday party I am invited to, gifts to those around me who have helped me throughout the year and gifts to all my neighbors. That is why I am stocking up on Wonderful Almonds and Wonderful Pistachios. Nuts are always a hit and I know when I purchase Wonderful brand nuts I am purchasing the best. Recently I was sent some Wonderful Almonds and Wonderful Pistachios for the purpose of this review. I was happy when these arrived. I noticed that each bag already had a stylish bag around the nuts that would make giving these as a gift super easy. Wonderful Almonds - Wrapped in a stylish bag you can choose from Raw, Roasted No Salt or Roasted and Salted. I received a bag of roasted … [Read more...]
Ornaments With Love Review
** I was sent an ornament for the purpose of this review. Ornaments With Love Review If you have read my blog for the past few years then you know how important it is to me to purchase my daughter a new Christmas Ornament each year. I love to do this because it will not only give her something to hang on her own tree when she grows up and moves away. But every ornament has something to do with her year. This year was the first year that my daughter and I decided to home school. It was not an easy decision but it is one that I am very glad we made. It has been fun to have her home every day and I can see just how much she is learning. That is why we decided to get her an ornament that would show off her big choice this year to be home schooled. Ornaments with Love is always my "go-to" place to get my daughters Christmas ornament because of the large variety they have to offer. I love that I can customize hair color, clothing colors, skin color … [Read more...]
Christmas Elf Idea – Day #2
Christmas Elf Idea - Day #2 It’s that time of year again! Time to break out your Christmas Elfs! Don’t forget that Elf Magic is a great place to get your elf! Your child can write a letter to request their very own! With that being said…check out what my daughters elf was doing this morning! Silly Elf! Don't you know you can't take a bath in the washing machine? Good thing I did not start the load yet! … [Read more...]
My October GlossyBox Subscription!
** I received a GlossyBox for the purpose of this post. My October GlossyBox Subscription! Have you signed up for GlossyBox yet? I just got another box in the mail! Each time they arrive I get more and more excited! There is always so many awesome products! This month I was excited to try out the Sesha Skin Therapy! Ok..so I know I was probably scary to look at..but it made my skin feel amazing! I got to relax with this mask on my face for 15 mintues! When I took it off my skin was glowing! Another fun product I got to try out was the Tarte's Power Pigment! It was great! I love the shade and it makes my lips look so full and shimmery! These were just two of the great products I got to try with GlossyBox! If you have not yet signed up for the monthly subscription then I suggest you do so today! Every month you will get a minimum of 5 awesome beauty products for just $18 - $30 (depending on how many months you purchase up front) … [Read more...]
VeggieTales Beauty & the Beet DVD Review & Flash Giveaway!
** I was provided with a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. VeggieTales Beauty & the Beet DVD Review & Giveaway! If you are an avid reader of my blog then you know just how much I love VeggieTales. I love the morals, the role models, the characters and everything else about these cute movies. Recently I was able to review VeggieTales Beauty & the Beet. This was a cute story on the importance of always being kind to others. No matter what is going on in our lives it is important to be kind. We never know who is watching or who is being influenced by our actions. That is exactly what Beet learned when he was unkind to a famous travel agent...before she was famous that is. On the Back Mirabelle and her traveling family band, the Veggietones, are determined to make their next gig at Vegetable Square Garden. On their journey, a fierce winter snowstorm hits, and the … [Read more...]
A Belle For Christmas DVD Review
** I was sent a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. A Belle For Christmas DVD Review I love Christmas movies. They are always so happy and uplifting. Recently I was able to sit down with my daughter and watch A Belle for Christmas staring Dean Cain, Kristy Swanson, Jet Jurgensmeyer and Haylie Duff. I was excited for this movie when I seen that Dean Cain was in it. I have really enjoyed his last few movies because of the spiritual and uplifting nature. In A Belle For Christmas you will watch as a family is tore up at the loss of their wife/mother. But they also know that enough time has gone by and it is time to put together the pieces. It is just unfortunate that the kids are not as thrilled with their Dad's choice as he is. I mean she is a nice lady....kind of..... Will the kids be able to show their father her true colors? Will Belle help to bring this family the peace and joy that they deserve? You will have to watch and see! My daughter and I … [Read more...]
Cooking Mama 5: Bon Appétit!
** I was sent a copy of this product for the purpose of this review. However, all opinions are my own and not influenced in any way. Cooking Mama 5: Bon Appétit! Are you on the lookout for stocking stuffers this holiday season? I know that 3DS games always make the perfect gift for my daughter! Recently I was sent a copy of Cooking Mama 5: Bon Appetit for the purpose of this review. Cooking Mama is one of my daughters all time favorite games. She loves preparing the food, picking the ingredients for the meals, playing the extra games and learning about new foods. In Cooking Mama 5: Bon Appetit you will be able to cook 60 different recipes, feed cute animals, run a burger joint and more! Ashes Thoughts (9 years) It is really fun to play Cooking Mama 5: Bon Appetit. It is cool that I can make so many different recipes. I got some silver awards and it was fun. I also had to learn to spell words and stuff that was fun. I also love how I … [Read more...]
Healthy Salad Dressing Replacement + Recipe with Daisy Brand Cottage Cheese! #DaisyCottageCheese #DaisyDifference
This article is sponsored by Daisy Brand Healthy Salad Dressing Replacement + Recipe with Daisy Brand Cottage Cheese! I purchase Cottage Cheese every time I go to the grocery store. Because of it's versatility Daisy Brand Cottage Cheese has become a staple in my home. My husband loves to put it in his lasagna, my daughter eats it plain or with fruit and I love it as a salad dressing replacement. I must admit that growing up I had never thought to put Cottage Cheese on my salads. But when I was attending my local Colorado high school we had an awesome salad bar in the lunch room. Every day my friend Kayla would put Cottage Cheese on her salad. I found this intriguing and one day she convinced me to give it a try. From that moment I was hooked! Instead of topping my daily salads with high calorie salad dressing I started using cottage cheese with a little salt and pepper! It was a quick and easy swap that allowed me to get more of the healthy protein that I needed! Now … [Read more...]
Christmas Elf Idea – Day #1
** I was provided with a Magic Elf for the purpose of this post. Christmas Elf Idea - Day #1 It's that time of year again! Time to break out your Christmas Elfs! Don't forget that Elf Magic is a great place to get your elf! Your child can write a letter to request their very own! With that being said...check out what my daughters elf was doing this morning! Reading one of her books! We can't wait for Christmas and we can't wait to see what crazy things her magic elf comes up with this year! fcef17910e9a36731c4594ab67a242fec2ee09a8a9a392ccc5 … [Read more...]
Help Kids Express Themselves with Hallmark Jumbo Poster Kids Cards! #KidsCards #shop
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. Help Kids Express Themselves with Hallmark Jumbo Poster Kids Cards! It is no secret that I am surrounded by children. From running an in home daycare to overseeing 78 children at my church. of course being surrounded by so many kids also means that I get the privileged of going to a lot of birthday parties. Because of that I am always on the lookout for the latest and greatest gifts to surprise each and every child with. But not every child in my life lives near me so I always have a stack of cards on hand to mail out at a moments notice. Recently (Thanks to #CollectiveBias) I went shopping for #KidsCards at my local Walmart and I came across these amazing Hallmark kids cards that will not only be fun to open but also be a great way for the kids to express themselves. In fact I was there shopping for a birthday card for my 8 year old brother as well as a few more that I … [Read more...]
DOLE No Sugar Added Fruit Bowls Review & Giveaway!
** I was provided with product for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. DOLE No Sugar Added Fruit Bowls Review & Giveaway! It is no secret that the holiday season is usually filled with sugar and sweets. That is why it is especially important to teach healthy eating on all of the other days. One of the ways that I can know my family is eating healthy is to purchase DOLE No Sugar Added Fruit Bowls! These delicious fruit bowls are not sweetened with artificial sweeteners or high fructose corn syrup. Instead DOLE has opted to sweeten their fruit with Monk Fruit! Plus the fruit is packed in water instead of syrup! Wondering what Monk Fruit is? Monk fruit is a melon which is vine ripened in Central Asia. The Monk fruit is harvested by hand and has been used by Monks (hence the name) for over 800 years for its health benefits. Oh and of course the sweetness since Monk fruit is 150 times sweeter then … [Read more...]
Put Your Kids Health First With Nature Made! #ad
I received a sample of Nature Made Children’s Vitamins for the purpose of this review. This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own. Put Your Kids Health First With Nature Made! If you are an avid reader of my blog then you know that this year I have committed to taking healthier steps in my life. This not only includes focusing on my health but also the health of those in my family. This includes making sure that we are all getting the vitamins and minerals that we need to stay healthy. Recently I visited a local health food store and started talking to one of the employee's about vitamins for my daughter. The first brand that the employee picked up was the Nature Made vitamins. She told me that it was her "go to" brand for her children because Nature Made offered everything she would need to stay healthy. We of course also discussed how cold it is getting here in Colorado and how all of the kiddo's seem to be getting sick....except for … [Read more...]
Parents and Kids Both Love PomTree’s Mess-Free Fun
** I was provided with some PomTree's Mess-Free Fun kits for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Parents and Kids Both Love PomTree's Mess-Free Fun My daughter could spend every waking moment of her life doing crafts. She loves to make new things that she can play with. Recently I was sent some fun PomTree's Mess-Free Fun kits to review. These were kits that I was excited for because there is no glue and no mess! That is always a bonus in my book. There is also no need to purchase anything extra to complete these crafts. Every single thing you need is already there and ready to go! The first craft my daughter decided to make was these adorable PomTree Mommy & Baby Owl Pom Pals Kit. Once we got the kit opened up and on the table I realized that everything was perfect for her age. She is 9 and I did not have to help her at all. She loved sticking things together and onto the PomTree owls. It was fun to … [Read more...]
50’s Vintage Style Tea Party Dress
50's Vintage Style Tea Party Dress ** I was sent a 50's Vintage Style Tea Party Dress for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. My Thoughts On The 50's Vintage Style Tea Party Dress From Hip Hop 50's Shop I have to say I rarely wear dresses, it's not that I don't love them, because I do. But mainly on other women, just not myself. I have a hard time finding the right style to fit my body type and be comfortable enough to keep me from self doubting myself the entire time it's on. It is what it is but when I received this adorable 50's Vintage Style Tea Party Dress I had a feeling it might just be a match made in heavenly bliss. First let me start off by saying this dress was designed with a woman's body in mind. The straight cut across with the accent bow was a great touch. It wasn't too goddy or frilly by any means and with the hint of black netting on the bottom it became my ultimate … [Read more...]
Pass Out More Then Just Candy This Halloween!
** I was provided with product for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Pass Out More Then Just Candy This Halloween! This year instead of passing out plain ol' candy I have decided to change things up a bit. Thanks to Oriental Trading Company I was able to score some amazing toys, crafts and fun candy for the kids to enjoy! I can't wait to see the looks on the trick or treaters faces this year as they are handed fun candy and a few toys! This year we will also be having a huge Halloween party at church and I decided to host a fishing game booth...of course all of my fishing game prizes came from Oriental trading. I can't wait! I have read a lot of reader comments on previous posts recently telling me that they want new ideas for passing out at Halloween instead of candy. With so many food allergies and such it is hard to make sure you have something for everyone. That is where Oriental Trading Company comes … [Read more...]