Anyone else Count down for Birthdays, and Holidays?? The Next major event in my Life, is My son's Birthday. Usually because it's before Christmas he is left out on the Gift Department. Or Christmas Gifts soon become Birthday Gifts. I found some amazing deals on Groupon Goods to get him a gift while still having money to get myself that new mini air conditioner. I can buy both from the same site without waiting in line at a store, or wait for Black Friday, or 2-Day only deals when Groupon always has amazing Gifts in my budget. They will think I spent at least 70% more than I actually did on the same products without leaving the house. I'm all for buying every ones Gifts at the same time, and one less thing on my To-Do List.
For Sy, A Flying Robot Copter.
For Me, A Hand Held Portable Air Conditioner,
There are 1,000 of different Groupon Goods available for purchase. It's amazing, and already next to clearance, if not cheaper prices. I also really like that Groupon has deals all the time for being a first time Buyer, or even just subscribing to their E-mails. That is a great way to get me to buy more when I know I can get a deal, on top of a deal. I noticed Groupon updates on their Facebook, and Twitter often, even sharing coupon codes at times. That's why it's important to follow your favorite websites social media to see what kind of sale, or promotion is going on.
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I've been looking for a survival key chain for a long time now. There are two things that I never leave home with out. Those two things are my keys, and something that attaches to them with my everyday carry items. This Paracord Keychain Emergency Kit gaps some of those items that My EDC Keychain was lacking in. I didn't have a Whistle before, Fishing Kit, Measuring Tool or a Compass on my Keychain before.
I also like that this survival keychain does have some of the C's of Survival.
Cordage (with the Paracord, and Fishing Line.) Combustion (With the Flint, and Tinder.) Cutting (With the Cap Opener/Scrapper.)
I really like the Keychain has a Carabiner at one end, and a regular Metal Loop at the other so that I can attach my Knife, and Flash Light to. I received product for Review. Overall I am very pleased with this Keychain, and the moment it came I already attached my Keys, Knife, and Flash light too. I am keeping it on me at all times, since I attached my Car Keys to the Carabiner end near the whistle, and Bottle Opener Tool.
It's that time of the year! When we have to get up, and Pack those Back To School Lunches. I have a secret? I am not one of those awesome Pinterest, everything is made that morning Mommas. Sometimes, I dabble in it, but I like fast, and easy! One less thing I am worrying about is his snacks for school Lunch.
I've been sending him with the new Tasty Kake Minis. They are under 200 Calories for a whole pack of 3! I know he's always on the go, and he deserves a little sweet treat. They are soft, delicious, and who wouldn't want to go to school when you get a 3 pack of Mini Tasty Kakes? He could share if he wanted to..
I wanted to share with you all this amazing website that gives back when you purchase a pair of glasses. 1.1 Billion People do not have access to an eye exam, let alone a pair of glasses. Together we can change that with Glasses.com partnering with OneSight. I love what this company is doing. After a customer purchases a pair of glasses, Glasses.com donates a pair of glasses to OneSight. They donate to both Local, and Global OneSight Vision Clinics. Since 1988 OneSight Vision Clinics have served 9 million people in 41 Countries and 49 States.
I really believe if you are ordering Eye glasses or Prescription Sun Glasses for yourself, your spouse, and your children, at least order them from a site like Glasses.com that have what I consider great values by donating to OneSight for every pair bought. As a customer all we have to do is go about our normal Order, and Glasses.com does the rest.
I ordered mine online. Ordering Online was easy. There are so many name brand frames, and even prescription sun glasses to choose from. We had a lot of fun with the Virtual Try On App. My kiddo is autistic, and sensitive to light. Well fitted Glasses, and Prescription Sunglasses are a must when we go out. I saw great styles for the whole family. What I like about Glasses.com, is that it's great quality eye glasses, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee, if the frame, or glasses are not what you want, you can either have them adjusted at a Lenscrafters Store, or you have 15 Days to return, free. They have whats called a Free In-Home Try-On. I don't know of any other glasses site that does that.
I also wanted to point out the great customer service Glasses.com has. I immediately got a rep the moment I hit recent order on the dial pad. And she walked me through how to measure my sons pupil through the ridge of his nose, and to the center of the other pupil. I can say if you have any questions, or concerns, definitely call glasses.com, She was one of the nicest Reps I have talked to in a long time about an online order, and how to email them my RX. After I got off the phone with the Eye Glass Specialist Rep from Glasses.com, My glasses were here the next day!
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The Swan Princess: Princess Tomorrow, Pirate Today is out on DVD September 6 from Sony Home Entertainment!
In the brand new original animated film, Princess Alise is training to be the perfect royal but in her heart all she wants to do is sail the seven seas as a swashbuckling pirate! After setting sail, Princess Alise is shipwrecked and washes ashore on an island where she meets Lucas, a young boy who has been living there by herself. They have to work together to survive and get back to civilization!
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I am a huge fantasy nerd. I grew up on Jim Henson, J.R. Tolkien and Brian Froud Art. I share that love with my family now. So when I come across series on Netflix like Bottersnikes & Gumbles that have great animation, catchy tunes soon as the show starts, and is funny with positive life lessons, I want to share that with my family, and friends. I really enjoy the detail to these characters personalities, and the artwork on this series. They are based on childrens books that were published between 1967 - 89! The detail of the characters from the Books, are definitely shown in detail in the series too.
Tink is hilarious to me. His personality reminds me of my Son, who wants to do everything himself, and only his ideas, but is learning that you have to listen to others, and play together. My son also reminds me of Glob. Glob, and Tink are so much a like even though physical appearance they are different. You really need to check this series out. It's playful, and just overall a blast to watch the high energy Gumbles, and the oh, so serious, Botternikes.
"Bottersnikes & Gumbles" was released on Netflix this month. There are 26 episodes. This show is currently on the Seven Network in Australia and on CBBC in the UK. The "Bottersnikes & Gumbles" series is based in a fantasy kingdom of rusting junk and abandoned things from the human world. This series is based on a beloved series of children's books.
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It's that time of the year again. As the older kids go back to school, and we need to budget it in to afford School Supplies, Clothing, and Shoes. I love sites like IBOTTA that has rebates, and printable coupons to use on products that I already buy so it's a great incentive to receive money back, and to save money on products. It's like spreading the love around.
Example: I have to buy diapers anyways. So I am going to use the IBOTTA $5.00 Rebate for buying the 54ct of Larger Box Diapers, and use that $5.00 Rebate $ on my other childrens School Supplies.
First I am printing the $2.00 off Luvs Diapers Coupon to use on my store transaction. (Don't forget you can print two per computer. Use this coupon at any mass, discount, or grocery stores where Luvs Diapers are sold.
I try to think of it this way- I am already buying products, I might as well buy products that I get money back from, and items that coupons are available for. I am always trying to find a great deal, and I love that ibotta, and luvs have rebate options, and printable free coupons. I like to save money this way, so when Back to School, and the Holidays approach, and yes, they seem to approach in warp speed, I have a little money saved for things I need to purchase that isn't in the budget.
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Win Vans Foods for an Entire Year! Enter Vans Back-to-School giveaway for a year’s worth of free waffles (52 coupons) and three signed cookbooks from celebrity nutritionist and best-selling author Joy Bauer!
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Because Small spaces can have HUGE Style! Check out @Home's affordable ways to organize, and style your space. When you think of Back to School what is it that you need for Dorm life?
Bedding
Desk
Shelf
Kitchen
Bathroom
Patio Living
Organization Containers
Accessories to Match Your Personality (Candles, Wall Art, Etc.)
Room Divider just in case you Don't like your Room Mate..
At Home Stores has this, and everything else to Personalize, and make your space more you.
When I first walked into the At Home Store I was blown away at all of the different items, from Organization Bins, in every color, and material imaginable. Shelves that looked like Blue Police Boxes (yes, I bought the TARDIS Police Box) it was just practical for me with it's sleek design, and close-able doors. I also really liked the Wooden Jukebox Shelves, and the ones that looked like Vintage Gas station Pumps too. I want to buy one the Juke Box Wooden Shelf Cabinets next just to justify it as It's the Masters.. and his Chameleon circuit is on. That's a reason to buy it, right?!
If you are like me and aren't the greatest with styling rooms (The Blue Mood is my Favorite.) At Home makes it easy with Back to Campus ideas already by going here, http://www.athome.com/back-to-campus/
There really is a style for everyone. The store has it all, candles, beds, bedding, room dividers, shelves, dressers, tables, patio furniture, seasonal goodies. Mine had Halloween decor out, and I was in LOVE! I also like the candy, and snacks section that wrapped around the whole front Check out.
Each area in the Store had different design ideas set up by style, and colors. To give ideas of what would look good together. People pay good money for a styler,
I dig that At Home does it for you already at an affordable price. I didn't want to leave the store. It was aisle after aisle of great decorative suggestions.
Disclaimer, I received Compensation for my Review, Photos, and Opinion on At Home. All Opinions are my own, and personal style differs from others, so Check At Home Out!
My favorite feature about Fisher Prices new Code-A-Pillar Think & Learn Tech Toy is that it interlocks as easily as connecting USB ports together. It also had a lot of fun sounds, and lights for each code that it programs to do by the different segments.
My 5 year old is autistic and is delayed in certain cognitive skills, and has trouble with his hands sometimes but the moment he picked the interlocking segment pieces up to the Code-A-Pillar he knew how to connect them. They are a much more fun, and interactive way to problem solve and develop critical thinking than the typical lacing beads that can be boring for children that crave sensory needs.
I really believe this will keep any childs attention while learning to code, and learn cause & effect by having fun. Some of the sounds it makes even made me giggle, I thought what a sassy Code-A-Pillar! When it does run into something, it stops completely and it's eyes light up, and makes a noise so that they know to change direction or rearrange the combination of the segments so that it can keep going.
Do you want to have first-hand experience and influence how your child will learn, build, and grow? Do you want to make it a fun and educational experience that you can both enjoy? With these new Kids Tech products/gadgets and learning apps, keeping your kids engaged couldn’t be easier. Find out more about The Code-A-Pillar by Fisher Price over at BestBuy,
Time to Get the Home You’ve Always Wanted
Renovating your home can seem like a difficult project, and while it can certainly be costly, many home renovation projects boost the value of your home accordingly. In the long run, keeping up with current building trends can actually help you earn more when it’s time to sell and move.
Taking on a home renovation project can also help you get the right home for you and your family. It might be stressful to think about, but a little bit of proper planning can really go a long way toward perfecting your home.
Do Your Homework
Before you start a home renovation project, you need to figure out who you’re going to be using for the work. For the most part, the way to do that involves a few different steps.
First, start by asking people you know for a recommendation. If they’ve got somebody that did good work for them, they will be happy to tell you about it! You’ll also want to do your own research based on recommendations, including contacting the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and looking online for customer reviews.
Know Your Budget
A home renovation project without a budget can quickly go awry, and if you’re not careful, a $10,000 project could turn into $20,000 or more. That’s why you need to figure out exactly how much you can really afford to spend.
When working on your budget, consider any home loans, credit cards and cash you plan to use. Put about 5% aside in case something goes wrong that can’t be predicted at the start of the job. Hopefully nothing will go wrong, but you don’t want to be left in the rain if it does.
Get Three Quotes
When a home renovation project starts, you need to meet with a variety of builders to talk about your project. Getting a quote from all of them probably isn’t necessary though, especially if you’ve decided that some aren’t truly qualified for your work.
For the best results, get three home renovation quotes and compare them. By doing that you’ll be able to avoid paying the highest fee and from hiring people who may do cut-rate work.
You don’t want to spend an arm and a leg, but you don’t want the work to fall apart in a year either.
We all grow attached to our animals, and it can be hard to go on a trip knowing that your furry best friend will be missing you the entire time. Here are some tips for deciding what to do when you can't take your pet with you on that beach vacation.
If you only plan to be gone for a couple of days, it may be feasible to leave your pet at home. Make sure they have enough food in their bowl to tide them over. If you don't already have one, you may want to consider a water dispenser that keeps their bowl full at all times. If you own a dog, you'll have to have a yard and a doggy door installed so they can go outside to do their business while you're away. When you aren't comfortable leaving your pet at home, there are plenty of other options to consider
First, think about whether you might have any friends or neighbors that wouldn't mind watching your pet in exchange for a few bucks or some freshly baked cookies. You may be surprised by the number of people who'd be happy to do you a favor. If you can't think of anyone trustworthy who'd be willing to spend some quality time with Fido, try performing a Google search for pet sitters in your area. There are likely to be plenty of people around who are experienced in caring for a wide range of pet species.
If you're the type of person who wants only the best for your loyal pal, consider seeking out a luxury dog kennel such as Paw Print Inn. When you leave your dog at a premium kennel, you can feel comfortable knowing they'll be entertained and cared for by trained professionals. Many luxury kennels offer scheduled play sessions and one-on-one cuddle time to ensure that your dog's social needs are being met. Be aware that many kennels don't accept aggressive dogs.
As you can see, there's no need to worry if you need to go on a trip without your pet for any length of time. There are a number of options to choose from that can accommodate most budgets and circumstances.
We had a lot of fun listening to the CD, and watching Peter and the Wolf in Hollywood while having our Party.
The music was so dramatic, and I even liked the Artwork involved. I loved the story behind how Peter became famous for Catching the Wolf. It was just a whole different perspective of the classic story.
Also a lot of fun printables from myprintly, that the kids colored as well.
GeoSafari has made such a cute, and durable My First Telescope. The first thing I noticed about it was how simple it was to put together. It comes in two pieces, and the Telescope has a vertical lock knob to attach to the Tripod.
What makes it nice is the Center of the tripod has supports so that the legs stay up on their own and only when you want it to collapse it does for storage. Both my 5 year old son, and my 6 year old nephew had fun looking for animals in the trees that were about 100 feet away. The extra large eye pieces and google shape made it easy for them to use the telescope, and it moved around easily from the horizontal knob feature.
My favorite thing about these Neocell Biotin Bursts with Brazilian acai berry is the taste. It reminds me of a better for me taffy. It's a soft, sweet (Only 3 g of Sugar a Chew, and Serving Size is 1 Chew.) treat that's full of 10,000 mcg of Biotin. 5 G Carbs, and 20 Calories so it's low Enough for my Keto Diet. I try to stay between 30-50 Carbs A Day, and Under 10 g of Sugar for the Day so it fits my Lifestyle great.
Some facts about Biotin, is a water soluable vitamin B. It's used for Hair Growth, Nails, Skin, and Vitamin B is great for Energy. I stopped drinking coffee through out the day, and instead I upped my Vitamin B, and my other supplements.
I really like how taking NeoCells Biotin Bursts Chews is more of a reward for myself since I don't eat Candy anymore except for Fat Bombs that I make myself with Coconut Oil, and 100% Cocoa. I do feel like I am eating a piece of Taffy, and I absolutely love it.
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This is a Sponsored Post, all Opinions are my own. My little man is a Kandoo Kid. He really enjoys the stickers, and being rewarded to sit on the potty. We are still potty training, and it's great to see how excited he is over being rewarded with the Stickers that are included in the Kandoo Tubs,
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Ive changed how I view, and consume the foods that enter my body. It's been a little over 3 weeks since I've been completely gluten free, and only carbs I mainly consume are in certain vegetables, and the occasional rice, green banana flour, and rice flour. I am down 20 Lbs, and I eat all the time. I don't count calories, I just make sure I get a healthy serving of fat, protein, and vegetables for healthier net carbs. What's helping me continue on this diet is sharing my food on Instagram, and on here. It's a motivational tool for myself. I also take B Complex, Womens Multi-Vitamins, and Cod Liver Oil, along with checking my ketones with Ketone Sticks.
I also like Salads with Feta, Olives, and Everythinggggggggg. I do mix it up, sometimes I do Guac Salad, or Vingerette for a dressing. Meat wise, I'd rather have shrimp, but I was craving some Bratwurst too. Since my breakfast was pretty light, I had the bratwurst to go with my Shrimp and Greens Salad.
I wanted to try Let's Do.. Organics Green Banana Flour since I started on this journey to eat healthier foods. What connected me with this flour was it's naturally gluten free, extremely low carb, and has a fluffier consistency than regular flour. I decided to make Gluten Free, Low Carb Mozzerella Sticks.
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Van’s, a leader in wholesome new snacks sure to satisfy the kid in everyone, kicks off summer with two new snack bars (Banana Bread and Gramwich- a chocolate stuffed graham cracker sandwich) and Soft-Baked Whole Grain Granola Clusters in Double Chocolate and Banana Nut.
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Van’s decadent, bite-sized gluten-free granola – perfect for family road trips, an easy addition to breakfast or anytime on the go – are a soft and chewy portable snack perfect with frozen or Greek yogurt or by the handful when a craving hits.
There are 1,000 of different Groupon Goods available for purchase. It's amazing, and already next to clearance, if not cheaper prices. I also really like that Groupon has deals all the time for being a first time Buyer, or even just subscribing to their E-mails. That is a great way to get me to buy more when I know I can get a deal, on top of a deal. I noticed Groupon updates on their Facebook, and Twitter often, even sharing coupon codes at times. That's why it's important to follow your favorite websites social media to see what kind of sale, or promotion is going on.
