Yo Gabba Gabba Live! 2013 At The Aronoff Center in Cincinati Ohio was AWESOME!

We Rocked out with Dj Lance Rock, Muno, Toodee, Plex, Brobee, & Foofa!

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! Get the Sillies Out! Was so much fun!  My family, and I went to see the show at the Aronoff Center, in Cincinati, Ohio on 1/10/2013. It was the first stop on the new tour!  Check your cities for tour dates! There are also some fun activities for the kids to play while waiting for the show to start, along with a free raffle for VIP family passes during the intermission.

Sy wanted to go to the Party in Munos Tummy.

Soon as we walked in, and up the steps at the Aronoff Center to the Proctor & Gamble Hall there were Games for the kids to play while waiting for the show to start.   One game was to teach kids to turn off lights in a Doll house that had the Yo Gabba Gabba Gang.  Another game was to create music with natural items.  My favorite game was the Bean Bag toss.  Each game they received a stamp of the characters, the stamps gave the kids a chance to sign up to win a VIP family pass to meet the Gang after the show.  By the way, it's free to play the games!

The time passed by quickly playing the games, that before we knew it, it was time to be seated. Our seats were in the First Orchestra section.  We were so close that when Dj Lance came out, and the Secret words, Yo Gabba Gabba! were spoken the confetti shot out, and covered us in it.  It was exciting!  My 2 year old's smile at that moment made me beyond happy that this was his first Live Show!



I will tell you there are Bugs,  Fruits, and Veggie Dancers.. even Bubbles!  With a lot more confetti! The light show, along with the Gabba Gang was very entertaining.  This was also my husbands first concert!  He danced when they said to stand, and dance too.  I must say Biz Markie rocked!!!!!  When Biz, and his Dj came out, they were rocking Michael Jackson and the theater went crazy.  It even made me dance!  This was the part of the show that Biz invited kids on stage to do the beat of the day.  It was super cute.  A little girl that was probably no older than 4 had the best beat.

Get The Sillies Out! We've got to jump, shake, shimmy them out!

Here are some video clips, and more photos of  Sy partying in Gabba Land.  

I received these tickets for free for being AWESOME, well for writing this review.  All opinions, and photos are my own.  I hope you enjoyed my review, and want to go get the sillies out with your family!

Valentine's Day Coachlicious Event

This is a Free Blogger Opp Share, for an upcoming Valentines Giveaway for a Coach Purse!! These are always fun, I meet so many different people!

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Yo Gabba Gabba! Live will be in Cincinati, Ohio this week!

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! Get The Sillies Out! Tour for 2013! We are going to see Yo Gabba! Check the website for tour dates!! New Year, New Tour!

We are getting ready to Party with Dj Lance Rock! The Yo Gabba Gabba Land Crew, and Biz Markie!  Can you say it's going to be AWESOMEEE.

StarLooks December 2012 Monthly Subscription Happy Holidays! Box Review

Review by Life According To GreenVics




December was a generous, and beautiful month for Starlooks.com, Starbox!  When I thought the boxes could not possibly get any better than the last.. they did! I am always surprised by the quantity, and quality received.

This 15 pallet has a mixture of matte, and shimmer colors.  Usually I stay away from shimmer, but since this monthly box to me is all about trying products outside my comfort zone I tried the shimmery pinks, and greens.

Starlooks.com monthly subscription boxes can be purchased for $15.00/month, and can even be gifted.  If there is a month you didn't purchase, and would like to try,  you still can!!  Oh.. and shipping is FREE.

What I really enjoy about StarLooks is that I'm just your average 30 year old American Mom.  Sometimes I don't feel "pretty", so it really is nice to have a monthly box that is worth the $15.00, every product they send are full sizes, and top quality.  Usually they send 3-4 items.  Decembers box was retailed at $99! The eye shadow set was huge! ( It did not cost $99.00, December it was only $15.00!)

Check out my Reviews for Starlooks September, October & November Boxes! Even as I look through past reviews I can personally tell that I am getting better at doing my own make up.  This box is playful, and I can't express how much I love that without going.. YAY I love Starlooks Monthly Subscription Box! I'm a busy Mom, that I don't have time to go out, and find new make up to try.  Starlooks makes it easy to have products delivered right to my front door.

You can check Starlooks out at Starlooks.com, 

Subscribe on Youtube, 

Like on Facebook and Follow on Twitter.

I received this makeup for free for my honest review.  

Mac Cosmetics Primped Out Eye Look Bag Giveaway!

Enter to win and get glamorous for the new year with this gorgeous Limited Edition Primped Out Eye Look Bag in Decadently Pink! This is already sold out on MAC’s site but no worries b/c you still have a chance to get it here! Retail Value $46.50!

Enter to win this Holiday 2012 exclusive from MAC Cosmetics! All products are guaranteed to by authentic and unused. We can provide a receipt to the winner straight from the MAC’s site upon request! Dramatize eyes with Eye Shadow X 2 in Radical Pink and Shadowy Lady, Powerpoint Eye Pencil in Bordeaux, Bad, Bad Black Opulash and 275SE Medium Angled Shading Brush in a style-packed, leopard print bag.


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Lazy Day? Try this Pizza Alternative Recipe (Tostadas)

I wanted pizza for dinner, but I wanted something easy to make, and a better alternative too, so I made Pizza Tostadas. All you really need is cheese, sauce, tostadas, and whatever other toppings you enjoy.

Just bake them long enough to melt the cheese, I like to use a sheet of parchment paper. Makes the Tostadas nice and extra crispy.

I am human, and have my weaknesses, but if I can find something that fufills a craving I have for pizza, that is an even healthier alternative. I try to make that first. You can also use refried beans instead of pasta sauce, or just do stewed tomato's, whatever you like.

I try to make my fridge have fruits, and vegetables portioned off in their own bags, that way I can just grab a bag when I am preparing a meal. I usually buy things in bulk, either from Sams Club, or Aldi's, Those two are the cheapest places here for fresh produce. I do grow my own cherry tomatoes, pablano peppers, and mints. I have what you call an "apartment garden." Ideally I'd love a real yard.

{ Giveaway } Epic Mickey 2: The Power Of Two Review & Giveaway

Holiday Gift Guide 2012, Disneys Epic Mickey 2: The Power Of Two.

I received Epic Mickey 2: The Power Of Two for Xbox 360 for free to review.  I absolutely love video games,  I like that I can play games like this by Disney, and still have fun while my Toddler watches the TV like it's a show.  The graphics, and story line for Epic Mickey makes it fun for all ages. The Co-Op action makes it even better, it's so much fun playing with some one else! This is also the first time in Epic Mickey History that Mickey and Oswald join forces to save the Wasteland.  Scroll below to enter via RaffleCopter to win your own Epic Mickey 2: The Power Of Two.


Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two.

• Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two immerses players in Wasteland, a world filled with 80 years of Disney’s forgotten characters and attractions lovingly crafted by industry luminary Warren Spector.

• For the first time, Mickey and Oswald join forces as true partners. Players can play solo as Mickey Mouse, using his magical brush to paint in or erase the game world, or with a friend as Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, commanding electricity with his powerful remote control.

• The exciting drop-in, drop-out 2-player co-op mode makes Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two not only a great gift for teens and kids but also a family affair.

• The video game is available on all major gaming systems including Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii U, Wii, and 3DS. PC/MAC will be available January 2013.

• Disney fans, gamers and parents can buy Disney Epic Mickey 2 at $59.99 for PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii U, $49.99 for Wii and PC/MAC and $39.99 for Nintendo 3DS.

Giveaway: Winner chooses Epic Mickey 2: Power Of Two Video Game.  Game is only available for PS3, Xbox360, WiiU, Wii, PC/Mac, 3DS.  Retail Value Ranges $39.99-$59.99. What game console do you have? Enter below via RaffleCopter.

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Collectible Oswald The Lucky Rabbit Hat! 

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Disclaimer:  Giveaway begins 12/17/2012, Ends 12/31/2012,  Life According To GreenVics is not responsible for prize fulfillment.  Prize is mailed directly from Sponsor.  Prize may take 2-4weeks for Delivery. Sometimes faster! Winner is chosen at random Via Rafflecopter.  Winner has 4 buisness days to confirm, if no confirmation is made, prize is forfeited and another winner will be chosen at random via RaffleCopter.  Prize Value ranges depending on Console needed for Play.  I was not paid, nor told what to write.  All my thoughts, are my own.

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! Get The Sillies Out! Tour for 2013! We are going to see Yo Gabba in Cincinnati!

YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE! GET THE SILLIES OUT! Tour at Aronoff Center for 2 Performances!

The sillies are crazy little creatures that live inside of us and need to be shaken out! DJ Lance Rock and everyone’s favorite cast of colorful characters are calling all fans in Cincinnati to get ready to jump, shake and shimmy them out at the new live tour Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE!: Get the Sillies Out!. Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE!: Get The Sillies Out! tour will visit more than 50 cities across the U.S. in 2013. Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! is touring in support of their first national beverage launch, a new line of toys, a new line of kids sportswear and a DVD/ CD collectors' edition.

For a complete list of tour dates, cities and show times, and a preview of the show, visit www.yogabbagabbalive.com

Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE!: Get the Sillies Out! will have two performances in Cincinnati at the Aronoff Center for the Arts - Procter & Gamble Hall on Thursday, January 10th. CLICK HERE for ticket information for the shows (3:00 PM and 6:00PM). Tickets start at $26. VIP Party packages are available as well which include a ticket in the first 15 Rows, a pass to "Get the Sillies Out" in the private VIP room featuring a super fun party with the Gabba Gang (costumed characters) and more. Children under 1 year old do not require a paid ticket to sit on a parent's lap.

Yo Gabba Gabba! is an award-winning, live-action television series and live stage show whose unconventional formula has created a triple stacked fan base, making it one of the most popular entertainment properties among preschoolers, parents and indie music lovers alike. The television show, now in its fourth season, airs several times a day on Nick Jr.

Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE!: Get the Sillies Out! marks the third tour for the successful Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! concert series. The first tour, Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE!: There’s a Party in My City!, launched with a float in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and a performance at the White House in 2010. Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! 2010 tour played to sold out venues in 60 cities. Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE!: It’s Time to Dance! enjoyed repeat success in 2011, energizing audiences across North America at over 120 shows.

KitchenAid Mixer Giveaway! Mixing in the New Year by RonMel Events!

Mixing In The New Year!

KitchenAid Stand Mixer Giveaway!

Happy New Year From Grandma Juice & The Kids Are Grown!

Can you believe it's the end of the year already? Doesn't it seem like each year goes by just a little faster than the last one? In just 2 short weeks, the holiday fuss will be over and life will be back to normal. Whatever 'normal' is on your street, we know one thing for sure! Everyone has their eyes on a new KitchenAid Stand Mixer to whip up some fabulous new dishes this coming year.

RonMel Events is at it again! For this super special giveaway, we've asked the coolest bloggers we know to help you get Mixing In The New Year in style! Yep! 1 very lucky winner will receive a brand new KitchenAid Stand Mixer! We know it's something on everyone's 'Wish List'. And, we aim to make sure someone gets to cross that one off!

We want EVERYONE to be able to enter and win, no matter where you call home. Since Amazon can only ship to US winners, any Canadian or International winner will receive an Amazon Gift Code so they can purchase their own. Shipping restrictions may stink, but we've got you covered!

 

Awesome, right? Ready to get this KitchenAid Stand Mixer party started? You know what to do! Fill out the handy, dandy Rafflecopter form below and off you go. There is only 1 mandatory entry. Name and email address so we can contact you if you are our lucky winner! All other forms of entry are optional. Do as many or as few as you care to. But the more you do, the better your odds! Don't forget to check back and do the daily entries too! If I could win, I'd be doing them all right along with you! And remember, all entries will be verified. You wouldn't cheat, would ya?

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{ Review } The SNOTARATOR Nasal Vacuum Review.

I hooked the Snotarator to my vacuums attachment.  It really does fit, and the suction wasn't a lot, it was a consistent pressure the whole time the snotarator was in.  My son isn't afraid of the vacuum so the noise did not bother him.  He has been snotty lately, and it did work.

You can see the snot that came out his nose with no effort, I barely put the Snotarator to his nostrils.  It did not hurt him ( I did try it on myself before putting it near his face, and it really is safe.)

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.

Warner Bros. Surprise Holiday Blu-Ray Giveaway!

Holiday Movie Challenge! Are you a true cinephile? Then take the WB Holiday Movie Challenge! Keep your movie skills sharp with this awesome quiz! Ready. Set. Go!

Take the Quiz, and enter the RaffleCopter giveaway below for a chance to win a Holiday BluRay!!  

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Decode-A-Scene Game! Time is running out! Can you figure out what movie scene is slowly being decoded in front of your eyes? The sooner you figure it out the more points you earn!

Holiday Survival Guide! Throw an epic holiday party this season! We have some awesome tips to make you look like a total holiday master!

Giveaway Begins 12/13/2012, Ends 12/18/2012. Winner receives only ONE BluRay. May be Peanuts Deluxe Holiday Collection, Or, Classic Christmas Favorites, OR Dr. Seuss’s Deluxe Holiday Collection. (Prize will be chosen randomly from the above Blu-ray titles!)in promotion of the Warner Bros. Home Entertainment release of the Warner Bros. Happy Holidays Blog App. Life According To GreenVics, and Warner Bros. are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  Partners Hub Family! Winner will be selected at random via RaffleCopter.  Winner has 24-hours to reply to winning email.  If no reply is made, another winner will be chosen at random via rafflecopter.  Goodluck.

Nickelodeon 2012 Holiday Gift Guide: Dora, Bubble Guppies, Team UmiZoomi

Life According To GreenVics 2012 Holiday Gift Guide, Nick.com

My two year old is a total Nick Jr fan.  Because of his Dora The Explorer love, one of his first words were Backpack. Which I found super cute.  This is the Dora Deluxe Bin Organizer.  SRP $44.99. It's bright, colorful, and extremely playful.  We embrace all spectrum of colors in this family, there is no "girls/boys" only items. The organizer was easy to set up, and his room looks so much better.

Bubble Guppies Gil & Molly!

I am even guilty of getting the Bubble Guppies Theme Song stuck in my head.  These are the Bubble Guppies Gil & Molly plush characters SRP $12.99.  They are 7" tall, extremely soft.  If you've never seen Bubble Guppies, they teach math, literacy, and they sing/dance.

"Come discover the vibrant 3D underwater world of a group of diverse preschoolers with colorful fish tails in the DVD, Bubble Guppies. Set to a soundtrack of catchy pop songs, Bubble Guppies infuses the core elements of kindergarten readiness, including: math, literacy, the arts, science and socio-emotional development. The DVD features a special double-length episode, “Bubble Puppy’s Fin-Tastic Fairytale,” guest-starring Wanda Sykes. In addition, families can enjoy two extra Bubble Guppies episodes and DVD exclusive special features, including a “Create Your Own Bubble Guppy” game, karaoke music videos and a jukebox song selection. DVD Running Time: Approximately 88 Minutes Special Features: • “Create Your Own Bubble Guppy” DVD Game • 2 Karaoke Music Videos “Fairytale Pop Song” “I’m So Mean” (Wanda Sykes) • Juke Box Song Selection SRP $16.99"

The Team UmiZoomi Come & Get Us! Counting UmiCar  SRP $34.99.  This is the cutest remote control toddler car.  It goes forward, and back.  It also talks, and is really easy to use.  My little man loves it.  I just keep asking him "where are you going?" and he giggles! 

These are my favorite types of reviews! Thank you Nick.com for such fantastic samples.  I received these to review.  Sy just turned 2, and he has been loving his Nickelodeon.  I watched it when I was younger, and now he has his own shows to get into.  He dances a lot, and has so much personality.  

{ Giveaway } NeoCell.com Pomegranate Capsules & Pomegranate Liquid Review

Pomegranates are known to have 3x the antioxidants to GreenTea & Red wine.  It's also known to work as an anti-inflammatory agent.  I wanted to see what I liked better, the capsules, or the liquid.  NeoCell sent me both to review.

The 1,000 mg Pomegranate Capsules, Serving size are 2 capsules.  They have no after taste, and I had no problem swallowing.

However, even though the capsules were easy to consume,  I did like the Collagen+C 6,600 mg liquid better.  It does need to be refrigerated after opening, but I found an old ML medicine cap to use to measure out the 15ml needed for serving size.  The taste is a little tangy, tho I don't mind.  I like sour/bitter/tangy things.

The liquid also combines more than just pomegranate, there is cranberry, elderberry, greentea, and collagen+C.  Usually I would've just chose the capsule form, and passed the liquid up in store, but because of NeoCell allowing me to sample both I can honestly say I like the liquid better.  Anything that can help my hair, bones, and ligaments I will give it a try. I received these products for free for my honest opinion.

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{ Giveaway } ManLawBBQ.com 3-Piece Hardwood Handle BBQ Tool Set Review.

Life According To GreenVics, Holiday Gift Guide: ManLawBBQ.com 3-Piece Hardwood Handle BBQ Tool Set.

Recently I received Man-Laws 3pc Hardwood BBQ Tool set.  My husbands face says it all. He loves to BBQ so he was super excited to have a "Man Size" BBQ Tool Set. There is nothing little, or poor quality about these utensils. I still can't get over how big his smile is when I gave these to him. I keep telling him to go out to the patio, and make me some steaks.

To check out more ManLaw, mansize items, goto ManlawBBQ.com, and you can find Manlaw on Facebook & Twitter.

I received these items for free, I was not paid, or told what to write.  As you can see by his face.. he loves things like this! He's a big guy, he doesn't want any small tools.

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{ Giveaway } WallpaperForWindows.com Stained Glass Window Film Review

Recently I reviewed Wall Paper For Windows,  Atlantis Stained Glass Window Film. There is no trimming, and they are adhesive free.  I really needed a privacy option for my side window that receives a lot of walk by action in my apartment complex. There are always tenants cutting through to go else where. One day I noticed my Toddler smiling, and waving at a stranger outside that was waving back so I decided I needed a change. After researching window films, I came across WallPaperForWindows.com. 

Little Man enjoying the colors of the stained glass film.

I measured my window, and customer service custom made me a film that would fit. I installed it myself, and it really is so easy to put up. I just cleaned the window, sprayed a little bit of water on, peeled the backing off the film, and placed on my window. It does come with a tool that I used to flatten out the air bubbles.

The Window Film worked perfectly for what I needed it for. It's nice not having to worry about my little man messing with the blinds, or strangers waving to him from outside. These are great for us people that live in apartments that still want light to come in, without showing everyone in the complex whats in your living room.   

Outside View,  No one can see in with the blinds up.

Wall Paper For Windows offers all sorts of styles, from stained glass, to etched, various designs. Everything can be made custom for the window size. If you'd like to learn more, check them out online, facebook, and twitter.

I received this item for free, for my honest opinion. The experience, and photos are my own.  

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Happy 2nd Birthday Baby Sy!

Today is my little mans 2nd Birthday.  I never thought I would end up a mommy.  I had my first kid at almost 30, and I would not change anything.  Sometimes it can be rough, and lonely since my family are all in another state but everyday achievements remind me that life is precious, and the little things really do matter. 

1st Birthday Icing Face, aww He's changed so much in just a year.

I will have birthday pictures later today if you all would like to see!  We are going to celebrate, then let him pick some fishes out at Aquarium World.  He's always been fascinated with the Zoo/Aquarium, and our fish tank at home.

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See you all on Monday!

PatchBuddies.com Panda & Red/Brown Kids Backpack.

Fun was had by all the day we reviewed PatchBuddies.com Panda, and Red Backpack. My little man is almost 2 years old, and he loves his stuffed animals, and yes.. one of his first words was backpack. So when I came across PatchBuddies I was so excited that it combined two of his favorite things.

The backpack is made extremely well. The stuffed buddies can be placed on the outside hole, and they do stay in with no problem. When the buddies arent in the outside hole, the inside is zippered, and there is plenty of space like a normal sized small childs backpack (The hole does not go straight through.)

My little man is extremely active, he loves to run, climb, and just explore. The patchbuddy did stay on, there are straps/snaps that could be adjusted down to his size.

I received these products for free, for my honest review. You can find patchbuddies.com online, Facebook & Twitter. Patch Buddies has bunnies, Cows, Birds, all kinds of different characters. 

I think patch buddies are extremely adorable, and whenever he wears it (carries his own snacks in it.) I think how big my baby is getting.  Maybe I am biased, but to me, he is the cutest little boy on the playground.