Memory Making Season!

Making Spring Memories; Below is an easy way to cherish them, 

This time of the year is crazy, hectic for my family.  With everyone's birthdays in the same months, all through spring, and summer.  Then Graduations, Mother’s day, Father’s day.  It's even my Wedding Anniversary! Digital Photos, and Digital Picture Frames are the most easiest, convenient way to display things. Also, giving a preloaded frame as a gift to a family member is just beautiful to me.

This time of year is filled with moments when a smartphone camera just won’t do, which it is why it is essential to have the right camera with the right features. Fortunately, Best Buy can help. Head to Best Buy to find the perfect camera to capture all these moments.


Since the camera is important, so it the display of those digital images.  Best Buy has some of the highest rated Digital Picture Frames.  I bought one that was under $50.00.  I live in an apartment, and I don't nail, or stick a lot of things to my walls, so something like this is ideal.  It changes for me, and it's nice to always see every one.

There is even a special coupon offer for 25% off Select Digital Picture frames.  Find out more, and which frames by clicking here.

I think for whatever celebration, or even for each family member,  having one of these frames for each would be ideal, and just something different.  It would also save on film developing, and saving trees!


Best Buy can help you never miss the important moments with a wide assortment of the latest cameras, including DSLR cameras, action camcorders, and compact cameras with long zoom, low light and wi-fi.

With Best Buy’s low price guarantee, you’ll get the latest technology at the best price. Free shipping on all cameras on bestbuy.com.

Looking to upgrade to a new camera? Bring your old camera to Best Buy and trade it in for a Best Buy gift card.

Disclaimer: The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free

May The 4th Be With You! Angry Birds Star Wars Giveaway!!

I am guilty of having what is considered a Dork Side, but I don't care!! I love that my mini me likes Angry Birds, and Star Wars too.  He would not give back the game.  I really like that there are also special codes inside to use for the in-app game!!  He isn't old enough to play the game with me, and.. my husband FALCON, haha, he got a kick out of playing the Millennium Falcon Bounce Game.  Maybe because I kept telling him to Bounce.  I found it funny.. but my mini me watched!! We get pretty competitive when it comes to games.  We love board games, and always find good deals by using coupons!!

One lucky fan gets a chance to win the game, and your own form flyer too. Enter below via rafflecopter to win!! 

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Little about the games,

Angry Birds Star Wars Millennium Falcon Bounce Game

Retail Value $19.99, Ages 8 and up; Players: 1-2; Available now at the HasbroToyShop.com

Bounce into action with the new ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS MILLENNIUM FALCON BOUNCE GAME. Bounce three balls at the MILLENNIUM FALCON to knock down as many enemy pigs as possible, and land in the cockpit to score big! Players can also unlock ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS in-app content with a special code on each pack.

ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS FORM FLYERS

Retail Value $9.99; Ages 5 & up. Available now at the HasbroToyShop.com

Toss around these 3.5-inch soft foam, iconic characters for a new way to play ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS! Available in LUKE SKYWALKER, CHEWBACCA, DARTH VADER and STORMTROOPER. Each Sold Separately.

Disclaimer: I received these items for review for free, one lucky fan gets to win their own set from the sponsor as well. Giveaway begins 5/4/13 4PM Est, and Ends 5/4/13 5PM Est. This is for a one hour flash giveaway!! Winner has til 8:59 PM on 5/4/13 to claim prize, or prize will be forfeited, and another winner will be chosen at random via rafflecopter. Good luck!

Keruig Special Edition Brewing System Giveaway

Life According To GreenVics is excited to join Adventures of 8 and Blog with Mom in a new Advertise with Bloggers Event!

One lucky reader will WIN a Keruig from our friends at Massdrop, the newest way to buy online and save money!

Let me tell you a bit about Massdrop and how you can use this new site to save you MONEY!!! This is unlike any site I have seen before, as it works off of 'group buys' to offer the lowest price and YOU can vote for items you would like to have brought to Massdrop!

Here is how it works - let's say you have always wanted a Keurig B60 Single-Cup Home-Brewing System, but didn't want to pay the high department store price, nor did you want to purchase a refurbished one. What you would do is VOTE to bring the Keurig B60 Single-Cup Home-Brewing System to Massdrop, then once the poll option gets at least 200 votes, they negotiate bulk pricing with the supplier and pass them on to the Massdrop community.

This is where it gets really cool; THE MORE PEOPLE THAT PURCHASE the product, the lower the price!!!

Basically, the sale goes on for seven days, it starts at a certain price and as more people purchase the item the lower the price goes, with up to 3 price drops unlocking until the lowest price available is offered... and in the end you will only be billed for the lowest price; cool, right? The funny thing is that when the community worked together for their first Keurig B60 group-buy, they cleared out all of North American inventory in just a few days.

Oh and a really neat thing is that if you don't see a product that you want, as a community member, you can create a product poll for anything from coffee makers cards to homebrew beer kits.

Go sign up for Massdrop now to see how awesome this site is, then come enter to win a BRAND NEW Keurig B60 Single-Cup Home-Brewing System!

 

PRIZE DETAILS: Step into the world of single serve coffee with Keurig's Special Edition gourmet brewing system. With the touch of a button you can enjoy the perfect cup of coffee, tea, hot cocoa or iced beverage with the quality and convenience of Keurig's patented K-Cups. Forget the mess that accompanies typical coffee making and start brewing with the revolutionary Keurig B60. The B60 combines both ease and elegance, with its chrome accents and backlit LCD display. This Special Edition 1500 watt brewing system allows you to program water temperature, set the digital clock and utilize its energy-saving Auto On/Off modes. Its 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to eight cups and the removable drip tray allows for easy cleaning. With three different brew size options (6 oz., 8 oz. and 10 oz.), and over 200 K-Cup varieties, you can easily find a brew that fits you. PRODUCT FEATURES:

• 1500-watt single-cup brewing system for gourmet coffee, tea, or cocoa
• Uses patented K-Cups; no messy grinding or clean up
• Removable 48-ounce water reservoir; removable drip tray
• 3 brew-size options; 2-hour automatic shut-off; descale indicator

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Wishing You A Beautiful Earth Day from Ohio!

Love The Earth.  Not just  Sometimes, But ALL The Time.

I have a short blog week this week.  I start my vacation on Tuesday.  I will be traveling! Which means ROAD TRIP!  I do have healthy snacks packed, and easy nutrisystem meals to bring with me.  I also will be bringing along my Journey Gym so it's not like I won't be blogging, haha.  But more so testing myself to incorporate this life style change into traveling 10 hours to visit family.  Also, the views going from the Mid West to the Atlantic Ocean are always welcomed, and beautiful. See you when I see you! :)

PicturesOnGold.com Mothers Day Locket Review & Giveaway

Men!? Need a unique gift for the Mama in your life? These Mothers Day Lockets from Pictures On Gold are perfect.  I love mine!  Mine has my son, and I.  Then the inside is etched with his name, and birthday.  My favorite tho is the etched photo of us.  He just turned 2, and he may look angelic at times til he becomes hopping mad. Lol!

Creating the locket is as simple as using their Design Your Own Locket app.  It's a very cool website.  I love how easy it is to get something customized.  These are personal, photos of your family. Plus how sweet would it be to have the little ones help with the design process of the locket.  Then when they give  Mommy the gift, they can tell her all how they helped design it.  I would be beyond proud of my little man, and husband for thinking about me like that.  I still have the first Mothers Day card that my husband made our Son "write" his name, haha it's just a bunch of lines, but I love it so much.  This, and some flowers would totally make my day.

It was shipped to me within a couple of days!  In a very beautiful black jewelry box that has a black bow on the front too.

If this is something you'd be interested in getting a loved one,  now is the time to buy.  There is even a 10% off Mothers day code that is valid til 4/31/2013.  There are lots of different types of jewelry too.  The code is:  MOM13

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PicturesOnGold 

Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/PicturesOnGold1 

Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/picturesongold

Or, Call 877-703-1143

You can enter to win a Sterling Silver Mother’s Day "Mom with Children Heart" Locket along with an 18 inch Sterling Silver Box Chain.

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Giveaway is open to the U.S. Only.  Estimated Retail Value for Prize is, $164.90.  Giveaway begins 4/19/13 12:00 AM Est.  Ends 5/8/13 11:59 PM Est.  No PO BOXES. Winner is chosen at random via rafflecopter.  Life According To GreenVics is not responsible for prize fulfillment.  Winner has 24 hours to reply to winning email.  This is extremely time sensitive! Good luck!

Disclaimer: I received this locket for free to review! The photo in the locket is of myself, and my son.  I absolutely LOVE it.

Mothers Day Potted Yellow Rose Review

Disclaimer: I received Products for free to facilitate a review.  All opinions are my own.

I am a huge fan of plants.  Especially ones delivered to me? Alive?? That aren't cut!! I absolutely adore.  Don't get me wrong, I love beautiful fresh cut flowers too, but to me.. the love behind getting something with roots.. is by far the best.  These were delivered to me from ProFlowers.

While browsing the flowers, I kept asking my 2 year old "What flowers do you want to pick out for Mommy?" While all the plants were beautiful, the selection of Mothers Day Plants is huge.

The  hard part really is choosing which one I liked the most!  I really wanted an Orchid too but I didn't know how that would turn out with grabby little toddler hands.  I still would love one! *hint hint anyone that reads this that loves me, hahaha*

Ordering was extremely easy.    After falling for the Potted Yellow Roses I then had the choose which container I wanted.  I could have just got the container it came with that was free with the plant.  Tho, soon as I saw the yellow roses, with the Victorian Tin I just had to have that one.
Check out was easy, I chose 3 days from the order date to have it shipped.  It costs more to ship the next day, and on weekends.  I'm fine with a few days.  To me that is fast! Shipping is usually around $15.00, but keep into consideration, you are picking when you want it shipped (shipping prices vary.) Mine were mailed fast and I didn't pay the extra for rush.

 It also comes with a care instruction card.  First was to take the packing moss out, and give the plant some water.  I sat mine on the counter where it would get some direct light.

Seriously, start to browse, and I am sure there are a few you'd want for your home, and to give as gifts.  It was actually my cousin Liz's birthday this month.  Since I didn't get myself the Orchid, I bought Liz the Teacup Orchid with Chocolates.  That's how beautiful I think these gifts really are.  It was delivered to her in Baltimore, Md the day before her birthday (I chose that day!)

When I bought my cousin her birthday gift, I found some coupon codes right on the website to use for RedEnvelope Coupons.  Or try google searches, even searches on RetailMeNot.com.  I signed up for the emails, and I get % off codes that way too.

Disclaimer.  I received the Potted Yellow Roses for free from RedEnvelope to review.  All opinions are my own.  My personal experience with this company is a great one.  When it is something I really do like, I will buy from later on, and share with family, and friends.  To me, that is what life is about.  My roses made me happy, and the orchids I sent my cousin made her happy, and cry because I'm in Ohio, and shes in Maryland.  We miss eachother, but I know she loves plants too.  

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Baily Presents Dragons at the Schottensten Center in Columbus, Ohio! Check out the special Mothers Day Offer for May 12th!

Live in the Columbus, Ohio area?! Looking for something fun, and exciting to do with your little ones on mothers day?! Moms get in free with purchase of two full priced tickets Sunday May 12th for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Baily Presents Dragons at the Schottensten Center. For more info, and ticket pricing go here.

Even if you aren't in Columbus,  do a search to see when the Circus will be in your area! 

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus launches an all-new production, DRAGONS featuring performers from the farthest reaches of the earth assembled to showcase astounding acts of bravery and athleticism. Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson presides over this fantastical celebratory tournament that brings together mystic dragon lore with authentic circus feats - a never-before-seen blend of spiritual and real life legends that can be found only at The Greatest Show On Earth!

The anticipation builds throughout Ringling Bros. Presents DRAGONS as Children of All Ages bear witness to phenomenal acts, from Shaolin Kung Fu Warriors, charging Cossack riders, magnificent Asian elephants and fierce tigers to the frenzied Globe of Steel. The audience's continued excitement brings glimpses of the elusive beast. What will it take to lure a true dragon from its golden lair?

Ringling Bros. Presents DRAGONS opens with the All Access Pre-show available to all ticket holders. Families can participate in interactive experiences learning juggling and balancing skills, get performer autographs, see a majestic Asian elephant’s paint a one-of-a-kind masterpiece and meet the Ringling Bros. Clowns, whose side-splitting spoofs and absurd antics are guaranteed to keep you roaring with laughter!

Buy two full priced tickets for either Mother’s Day (Sun. May 12) performance and get a FREE* ticket for MOM *valid at the box office only, one comp per order, not valid on premium seating, no double discounts, while supplies last.

Call the Schottensten Center in Columbus, Ohio to inquire more (614) 688-3939.

Don't forget to check out more from Ringling Bros, and Barnum & Baily Circus from their social media outlets below! There are more photos, videos, and if you have a question, ask!

http://www.facebook.com/RinglingBros
http://www.youtube.com/RinglingBros
https://twitter.com/Ringlingbros
http://instagram.com/ringlingbros

Grapes were used more than 6,000 years ago in beauty, Check out my review for Merlot Skin Care Red Grape Products.

I received these products for free to review for my website.  This is my first time trying Dr. Grapes aka Wayne Beckleys "Father Of Grape Seed Technology." 

I don't think I ever stopped to smell a red grape, let alone bought lotion that's main ingredients were grapes.  The first thing I noticed was the scent, the scent is not sweet at all.  It's just a light, refreshing smell.  The Body Butter is my favorite.  It was thick, and made my legs feel so smooth.  

The reason why my legs felt so smooth was because grape seed antioxidants are 50 times more powerful than Vitamin E and nearly 25 times more powerful than Vitamin C.

Wearing the Merlot Divine Perfume made me feel like an Egyptian Goddess.  Ever wonder why Egyptians and Greeks skin looked so good? They ate a lot of grapes,  and also used grape seed oil's for everything. Cooking, to bathing, even to herbal remedies.  They used grapes because it was kind to the skin, and wasn't overpowering.  

I like to use the Body Wash after working out. And, then I use the skin firmer.  I have lost a lot of weight lately, and I am always trying to keep my skin full of vitamins from every form available.  

Both the Lip Gloss (tastes like berries, very delicious,) and the Lip Moisturizer are in my purse.  Love how soft, and shiny they both make my lips.  The Berry Paradise Lip Gloss is pretty tasty.  

These are all the items I received, and loved.

• Merlot Divine Perfume
• Lip Moisturizer 
• Berry Paradise Lip Gloss
• Body Butter
• Bath Shower Gel
• Body Firming Lotion

Right now til 4/15/13 Merlot Skincare has a Buy One Get One 50% Off Sale.  You can even get the gifts specially wrapped for mothers day. Gift Wrapping is FREE.  I know this is naughty to say.. but right now you could buy Mom one, and keep the half off one for yourself.  Hahaha.  Love you Mom, but you know I love the deals almost more than you. If your mom is anything like mine (sinus problems, and does not like overly perfume things.) This would be perfect for her.

You can find out more about Merlot SkinCare by going to their website, and their social media outlets below.

 http://www.merlotskincare.com/

http://www.facebook.com/merlotskincare
https://twitter.com/merlotskincare
http://pinterest.com/merlotskincare/
http://www.youtube.com/MerlotSkinCare
http://www.merlotskincare.com/blog/

Begin Again Toys For A Hero Giveaway

Begin Again makes toys that help develop imagination! One lucky follower will have a chance to receive Begin Again's Bathtub Ball Toys For A Hero!  You can read my full review for Begin Again Toys by going here,  there are also cute pics of my mini me playing w/his sharks. The Diver, and the Cage ball is my little man's favorite. 

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Winner will receive: Begin Again Bathtub Ball.  There are 2 sharks, A Diver, An Octopus, and a "Cage Ball" that they all can fit into.  Estimated Retail Value, $22.00. 

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U.S. Residents Only.  Giveaway begins 4/11/13 12:00 AM Est.  Ends 4/25/13 12:00 AM Est.  Winner is chosen at random via rafflecopter.  Winner will be notified via email, if no reply is made within 7 buisness days, prize is forfeited, and another winner will be chosen at random. So please at least check your email once a week.  Life According To GreenVics is not responsible for prize fulfillment.  Prize is mailed directly from the sponsor once email/address is confirmed.  Good luck! 

I received mine for free, to review.  I loved it so much, that I am honored that Begin Again Toys wanted to do a Sponsored Giveaway!  All opinions are my own, and in this case,  My 2 year old's opinion/reaction to the product as well (He had fun! That is all that matters. You know when a toddler does not like something.. oh you know, lol.)

Begin Again Toys For The Hero Review

Everyone that has a toddler knows that the calm sometimes is far, and few these days.  I am always on the look out for playful toys that my 2 year old will enjoy.  Especially bath time Toys.  Bath time is my 2nd favorite, next to Bed Time of course.  But Bath time I can just sit & talk to Sy while he plays in the water.  He likes to float, and kick his feet like he is swimming.  He loves bath time, therefor I love that he loves bath time.  He's actually one of those kids that cries when it's time to get out the water.  He's just like his Mama, a water creature at heart.  I grew up around the water. I was always swimming at the beach, and playing in the marsh.  So it's really nice to see how much he loves playing in water too.  

The bath toy he is reviewing  is by Begin Again Toys.  It's a bath time ball filled with Toys For A Hero.  The toys are made from heavy duty rubber.  They are Dish Washer, and Pool Safe.  The Rubber is flexible, and does not break when you bend it.  He's actually chewed on these because he likes the sound the rubber makes when they squeak.  He bites hard too, and his biting doesn't even leave a mark on these toys.  I really love that about Begin Again.  The toys are high quality, and for the imagination.  

Sy loves the little red diver.  He gets carried outside the bathroom, and lays around with him until bedtime.   The Octopus, and Sharks are equally as cute tho.  The whole set is different, and unique.  I am a sucker for bath time toys, crayons, and paints for the tub.  When he is done with the bath tub Ball, I just hang it from the tubs faucet, and there is nothing for the water to stay inside like some toys get nasty because it's hard for water to drain off it.  This doesn't have that problem.

You can find Begin Again Toys on Amazon, and At Whole Foods.  There are even wooden puzzles, yoyo's, art kits.  You should really check them out on Amazon.  There are some great sales right now with free super saving shipping.  I know some people don't live close to a Whole Foods, so this is great you can still find them online too.

To find out more about Begin Again, check them out on their website, and social media outlets below.  If you have any questions, just ask them! They are a great company.

http://beginagaintoys.com/products/hero.html
http://www.facebook.com/AWishtoBeginAgain
https://twitter.com/beginagaintoys
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Disclaimer: I received these toys for free to review.  All opinions, and images are my own!  

$900.00 Raymond Hak Couture Ring Giveaway!

Raymond Hak Couture Ring Giveaway! Sterling silver with chalcedony and pave amethyst, and retails for $900. Enter Below!

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For more info on the ring read Bargain Hounds Daily Deals Review by going here.

Life According To GreenVics is not responsible for prize shipment. Once winner has been confirmed BHDD's will notify them via email as well as the sponsor! Winner has 48 hours to claim their prize ! Best of luck to all entrants :-) Puerto Rico & United States and 18 Years of age or older only.

$200.00 ConcertTickets.com Giveaway!!

What do you LOVE about going to a concert? Life According To GreenVics's favorite thing about going to concerts is living in the moment, and enjoying the music.  

Well... we are happy to join Blog with Mom and Adventures of My Family of 8 in this amazing giveaway event!

Have you heard of the online market place for all your concert ticket needs, ConcertTickets.com? Well they are your home for the hottest concert tickets at the lowest prices! As this concert season boasts numerous iconic artists touring throughout North America, 2013 is poised to be an unforgettable year for concert fans of every genre. You can search by Artist, Show, or Venue, or even browse by City or State to see what is coming to your area! And, don't forget to sign up for their daily emails to receive concert updates in your area! Don't miss out on FREE TICKET FRIDAYS - Every other Friday, during concert season, beginning on March 15, 2103, ConcertTickets.com will give one lucky fan $200 to be used towards the purchase of any tickets on ConcertTickets.com.

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Prize- One lucky winner will win $200 credit to http://www.concerttickets.com/ - Details:

• This giveaway will run from April 1-19th
• All Mandatory Entries MUST be completed
• All entries must be IN the entry form
• All entrants must be 18 years or older and live in the US
• See full disclosures in the entry form

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*Prize disclaimer - credit good through 2013. It can be used 1 time, so all money must be used when purchase is made. With the $200, someone could purchase 4 - $50 tickets or use it towards a huge ticket purchase. Pretty much anything goes as long as it is done in one single purchase and used before the end of 2013.

**DISCLOSURE**  Life According To GreenVics is acting as an advertisement for the Sponsor and is not responsible for prize. This event is brought to you by Blog with Mom and Adventures of 8 through Advertise with Bloggers! If you are interested in sponsoring an event like this, please contact Advertise with Bloggers. Please note that the winner will be chosen via Random.org and contacted directly by ConcertTickets.com!

The Gorton's Fisherman Skillet Crisp Tilapia Garlic & Herb 190 calorie Review and GIVEAWAY!!

Do you trust the Gortons Fisherman?  I've always been a fan, but even better now since they have 20 products that are less than 200 calories. 

Gortons has new fish meals that are under 200 calories a serving!! I am trying the Skillet Crisp Tilapia Garlic & Herb.  Instead of pan frying it,  I sprayed a little zero calories butter spray on each side while baking in the oven on parchment paper.  The directions are to cook while frozen.  In the oven you bake at 425, flip at 12 mins, and bake 12 more minutes.  As you can see it turned out picture perfect.  Usually food never looks like it's image on the box, but I think Gortons looks identical.  They came out Crunchy on the outside, and the insides were white, and moist tilapia.  I loved it.  I am eating mine right now for lunch.  Since I'm eating it with a salad, and 0 calorie salad dressing I splurged and am eating two of the 190 calorie fish.  380 calories for a meal that is filling is well worth it.   I'm impressed with this fish.  I received these items for free! One lucky reader will also win a prize pack by entering via rafflecopter below! Sorry, U.S. Only.

www.gortons.com 
www.facebook.com/gortonsseafood 
www.twitter.com/gortonsseafood 
www.pinterest.com/gortonsseafood

Winner will receive: 5 product coupons, a branded spatula, oven mitts, and an apron. If you need some ideas on how to prepare fish, check out Gortons Recipe Gallery.

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Giveaway begins, 04/1/2013 12:00AM Est, and Ends 04/15/2013 12:00AM Est.  Winner is Chosen At Random Via Raffle Copter. Estimated Prize Value: $60.00 (Free Product Coupons, and Swag.) Winner will be notified via email, so please use a valid email.  Also,  please respond back ASAP! If I hear nothing within 7 business days I will be forced to redraw another, and your prize will be forfeited (Sorry, but I do need verification that you are indeed real.)  Life According To GreenVics is not responsible for prize fulfillment.  Prize is mailed directly from sponsor once win is verified.  

Hoppy Easter!!

We made Bunny Cupcakes together instead of just a chocolate boxed bunny in his easter basket.  (Yellow Cake Mix, Icing, Sugar Bunnies, and Egg Sprinkles.)

Wishing you, and yours a very Hoppy Eastre! =)

Love Wastefully,

Life According To GreenVics

Aveeno Anti-Aging System Review & Giveaway!

Each product in this complete anti-aging system contains ACTIVE NATURALS® Natural Shiitake Complex, an ingredient that works in harmony with your skin’s unique chemistry to help speed up the renewal process. In a clinical study, 100% of women showed improved radiance, diminished appearance of brown spots or reduced fine lines. The system includes a Daily Exfoliating Cleanser, Lifting & Firming Eye Cream, Daily Moisturizer, and Lifting & Firming Night Cream.

One lucky Fan has a chance to win this, and try it for themselves!  I have been using my Aveeno Anti-Aging System, and love how silky smooth my face feels after using the facial wash, along w/the eye serum, day cream, and night cream.  The tubes are easy to squeeze, and the thinner tips makes it easy to squeeze a little on in the area you want, then it's as simple as just rubbing it in.  I didn't notice any smell to it, other than a "Clean" scent. I received this product to sample for free.  Enter below for a chance to win one for yourself.  Prize is mailed directly from sponsor!

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Giveaway begins 3/30/13 12:00AM Est, Ends 4/15/13 12:00AM Est. Winner is chosen at Random via Raffle Copter. Prize Est. Value $70.00. Life According To GreenVics is not responsible for prize fulfillment. Prize is shipped directly from Sponsor. Good luck!!

Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Bath Treatment Review

Bath time is baby Sy's absolute favorite time.  He gets to splash, play with his toys.  Sometimes even make a mess with his bath tub crayons, and paint.  His skin is very sensitive, and he has Eczema patches..  What I found that helps his skin, and bath treatment that even my mom used to us growing was Oatmeal baths. Especially since we lived near the marsh, and woods.  We were always being ate by bugs, and getting into poison ivy, and sumac that she had a stockpile of the oatmeal soothing relief packs.  I love that they make a line just for babies now for it.

The New Aveeno Active Naturals Eczema Therapy Line has been awarded the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. Fragrance-free. Dye-free. Alcohol free.

Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy is perfect for Sy.  It's soothing, and just one packet is enough to bathe him in.  He enjoyed how it turned the bath water into a milky white color.  Also, it's great for diaper rash, all rashes really.  Mosquito bites, since summer will be here soon.  Oatmeal baths are ideal for skin irritations.

Aveeno Baby Cleansing Therapy, Moisturizing Wash contains the same Oats, and natural colloidal oatmeal as the Soothing Bath Treatment.  I like to use just a little bit of this on a wash cloth, and some on my little ones hair.  I think it makes an overall head, to toe wash for his sensitive skin.

Aveeno Baby Ezcema Therapy Moisturizing Cream has a thick consistency.  After his oatmeal bath, I rubbed just a little of this on his face, and his arms where he breaks out the most.  I noticed a drastic change with in minutes.  

We have always been a fan of Aveeno.  One of my favorite lotions to use for Sy is the Calming Comfort Lavender Lotion.  Receiving these items for free to review just made me realize how great of a company Aveeno is, and that the products did help with his skin problems.  If it's good enough for your babies skin, of course even as an adult you can use the Oatmeal baths, and Lotions too.

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Nexxus Salon Hair Care Pro-Mend Review

Nexxus Salon Hair Care Pro-Mend Split End Treatment Daily Shampoo, and Pro-Mend Conditioner may sound like it would have a medicated scent but it doesn't.  The first thing I noticed when I opened to squeeze some of the shampoo onto my hand was the sweet smell of the Shampoo.  The smell reminds me of a Sweet Tart.  I love, good, smelly, shampoos. Nexxus Pro-Mend was easy to lather, and to wash out.  The conditioner was thick, and once smoothed into my hair ( I use  a lot of conditioner and run it through/rub it on every piece of my hair.  While at the ends of my hair I like to flatten it, so the hair looks like all the strains are together. All the way across.) I then leave the Conditioner in for a few minutes.  It rinsed out easily.  The sweet scent was still there afterwards.  

The Nexxus Pro-Mend made my hair shiny, and easy to brush.  I didn't have to add any leave-in conditioner.  Which I normally always have to do.  I liked this shampoo/conditioner combination as is.  They do make Nexxus Pro-Mend Leave in's, but I don't think my hair needed it this time.  I received these products for free to review.  All opinions, and photos are my own.  This shampoo is some of the best I've experienced.  You should really try it! 

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Ben & Jerry's Greek Yogurt Review AND GIVEAWAY!!!

Did you know Ben & Jerry's has Greek Frozen Yogurt now!? At almost a 3rd of the calories for regular ice cream!  One lucky fan will win a Swag Prize Pack of Ben & Jerrys Free Product Coupons, and gifts.  I received 3 Free Ben & Jerry's coupons, an ice cream lock top (It's really cute,  and does lock the lid shut for a pint.) Also a really nifty Ice Cream Scooper that  scoops rock hard ice cream.  Along with a Ben & Jerry's Pint Size Cozy Cover for the Ice Cream itself.  You know.. just incase it's too cold to hold, haha.

The frozen yogurt we decided to try were;

• Vanilla Greek Frozen Yogurt with a Honey Caramel Swirl Vanilla Honey Caramel.
• Pineapple Greek Frozen Yogurt with Chunks of Pineapple & a Passionfruit Swirl Pineapple Passionfruit.
• Lemon Greek Frozen Yogurt with a Blueberry Lavender Swirl Liz Lemon.

We enjoyed all the new Greek Yogurt Flavors.  My favorite was the Pineapple Ice Cream.  There was chunks of pineapple in it, with swirls of passion fruit.  It was a great small treat.  The Pineapple Ben & Jerrys Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream is only 180 calories for a half cup.  It's milky like ice cream, and still sweet.  The hubby enjoyed the other 2 pints.  I know when he likes something.. by the way he eats it all, and doesn't talk while eating it.  Haha.  He's on a diet too, and he's lost weight this week as well.  We believe anything in moderation is OK.  

You can find other choices by going to the Ben & Jerry's Flavors Freezer online.  There is also a Ben & Jerry's Locator in case there is a certain flavor you are just vying to try, and can't find it in your store.   There are a lot new flavor combinations for Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream.  You'd be surprised that your old favorite, may not be your new favorite.  There is even Cannoli Ice cream now!! Move over Cherry Garcia.. you were my favorite..

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BeautyStopOnline.com Review for HEMPZ Body Wash & Lotion

I believe skin care is extremely important.  Age does not matter.  Old, young, newborn, or even in the womb.  We need certain vitamins for healthy cells.  We really need to take care of our skin.  I am a huge advocate of natural oils, vitamins, and remedies.  I turn 31 in a few months, and I have always liked to bathe in oils like the egyptians.  I also moisturize myself every time I get out of the water.  

BeautyStopOnline.com is a great site to purchase beauty products at almost half off other stores prices. They have all the name brands, and then some.   I was pleased at how easy it is to browse the site.  There is even a Natural & Organic tab.

I received HEMPZ Pure Herbal Extracts Vanilla Plum Moisturizer, and HEMPZ Jasmine Peach & Wild Rose Body Wash from Beauty Stop Online to review.    

Hempz Jasmine Peach & Wild Rose Body Wash really surprised me.  I was expecting it to smell overly floral, but really, it has a sweet peach aroma with a light touch of jasmine, and rose that still lingers on the skin once out of the shower.  I was in the mood for a bubble bath, so I squirted just a little bit into the tub.  It bubbled quickly, and lasted the duration of the bath.  

Hempz Pure Herbal Extracts Vanilla Plum Moisturizer has made me back burner all my other lotions at this moment.  As you can see by my image, it's all I've been using the last week, and a half.  The scent is not strong (Which is why I like it.) I don't like overly vanilla scents, and this does not have that.  The vanilla gives the plum more of a deep, sweet, creamy scent while heated, and rubbed into the skin.  When I smell my skin, I can smell it, and really, that is what I want.  I want to be moisturized, and to smell good for myself, and the one I love.  I don't think everyone should be able to smell me from afar.  

I have been feeling good about myself lately.  Between the weight loss, and my skin feeling beautiful, and I do have to admit.  My skin is pretty flawless right now.  

This is how much weight I've lost.  I have a few inches extra in my pants now. So skin care right now is a MUST.  I must hydrate, and moisturize as I am shedding those pounds so that I stay firm as I'm toning.  It can be done, and I am doing it.  I am down 30 lbs by just going the healthier, alternative way since last summer.

I also wanted to disclose,  HEMPZ does NOT contain any THC.  Hemp seed oil is a fantastic, oil.  And I wish more people were accepting of it.  Hemp seed contains Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids.  It's composition is similar to skin lipids. It has been known to increase the skin elasticity and water retention capacity in skin tissue.  Hemp oil also helps to calm irritated skin, and to energize.  Little history for you, in 1916 all farmers were forced to grow hemp in the United States, it was a huge cash crop during the war.  It wasn't until 1937 that it became illegal.  Hemp is a harmless plant, that is full of vitamins, amino acids, it can even be used for clothing, paper, and FUEL.  It's also easy to grow.  Really? Why be against Hemp again? Once again, all opinions are my own, and I do stand behind natural beauty products.  These are my favorite types of reviews.

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Happy Glittery Easter Build-A-Bear Workshop! Check out these cute bunnies!

Absolutely love Build-A-Bears 16 in. Flower Fun Bunny.  Look at how bright, playful, and happy the bun is! Any purchase over $20.00 right now will receive a Glittery Easter Egg decorating kit ** While supplies last.

This is my little man holding his Build-A-Bear 15 in. Lil' Bunny Big Ears.  Check out the rest of the bunnies Build-A-Bear has to offer by clicking here.  

I received the Flower Fun Bunny to review! All opinions are my own!  

WIN THREE Parnevu Hair Products! Winners Choice!

One lucky fan of beautiful hair has a chance to win their choice of THREE PARNEVU Products!!!!  Enter Via RaffleCopter Below! You can also read my full review for Parnevu T-Tree Shampoo, Extra Dry Conditioner, and Braid Spray by clicking here.

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Stonz Wear Rain Boots Review 100% Natural Rubber

Silas is quite the little man of the forest in his Kids Stonz Wear Rain Bootz!  I can't believe how big my baby boy is getting.  These are his first rain boots.  What makes these boots awesome is, they are 100% Natural Rubber Rain Boots.  Another great thing about these Boots that I noticed is that they could bend easily with his natural gait, and he did not trip over them.  He could even climb  a tree trunk in them.  They were also ideal as he ran through leaves and moist soil.  I am so happy that the snow finally melted.

This is the first year that he's big enough to go out, and enjoy nature without falling all over himself.  He knows he's looking so cool, and fresh in his new Stonz Rain Bootz in Blue/Black.  Look at him checking himself out!  

Shipping Wise, they were delivered fast, and in a cute litttle re-usable bag.  It was the perfect little gift bag.  I wouldn't even wrap this if I were giving it as a gift to someone.  Instead of them wasting money on shipping materials, the Rain boots were mailed directly in the tote bag with tissue paper, and just a plastic bag.  I thought that was ingenious, and completely not a waste of packing material! Two thumbs up, and an abundance of kudos!  

Overall Impression of StonzWear.com Rain Boots:  They are durable, bright beautiful blue, and true to fit for the size I needed for my Toddler.  Well worth the $35.99.  

Below are a list of Top 12 Reasons why you should check out Stonz Wear Rain Bootz:

1. 100% Natural Rubber 
2. Durable
3. Tear resistant
4. Flexible
5. Comfortable 
6. Quick dry 
7. 100% cotton liner 
8. PVC-free 
9. Phthalate-free 
10. Lead-free 
11. Formaldehyde-free
12. Because they are Cute

Curious about what other natural products Stonz has to offer? Go check them out on their Social Media networks below, and give them some Love!

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Sy received these Rain Boots to sample, so Mommy can review them and give our honest opinions.  If he did not like the rain boots, believe me he would not have had them on.  All opinions, and photos are our own.