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Reindeer Cake Pops
On Dasher, on Dancer, you know the song, now we have all of the reindeer in a cake pop. These cake pops are sure to please the kids and adults at your holiday party or gathering. .
1 (18.25-ounce) Box Duncan Hines Chocolate Cake Mix
2/3 cup Cream Cheese Frosting
1 bag Vanilla Candy Wafers
2 (14-ounce) bags Milk Chocolate Candy Melts or Wafers
Vegetable Oil
Mini Pretzels (broken into 2cm sections)
Eyeball Sprinkles
Red M&M’s
Black Food Coloring
Lollipop Sticks
Treat bags
Large piece of Styrofoam
Foil
Double Boiler
Lay out a couple of ungreased pans, set aside. Cover a large piece of Styrofoam with foil, set aside. Prepare and bake cake according to package directions. Remove from oven and let cool completely. Break apart cake and place in a large bowl, then crumble completely. Stir in frosting, then blend together with hands until you have the texture of play-doh. Melt a small amount of vanilla candy wafers in a small bowl, set aside. Roll cake into an oval shape. Dip tip of lollipop stick into melted candy, then insert a little ways into the ball. Lay flat on pan. Repeat until all dough is used. *You will need to melt your vanilla candy wafers every so often to continue use. Place in fridge for 1 hour. While cake balls are chilling, break pretzels into 2cm sections, set aside. Just before removing from fridge, melt 1 bag of milk chocolate candy wafers along with 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a double boiler. Remove 5 cake pops at a time from the fridge. Carefully, remove from pan and dip most of cake pop in the melted candy. Use a spoon to drizzle the candy coating near the stick. Tap cake pop on the side of the pan so excess will drip off, then use your finger to smooth out the back. Place in styrofoam. Melt candy wafers as needed to continue use. Pour leftover melted candy in a bowl and save. Let cake pops sit for several hours to set. Reheat leftover hardened candy in bowl and use to seal any cracks in coating with the tip of your finger. Place back in styrofoam to harden. Melt leftover candy, then dip one end of the pretzels in it. Place on each side of the head making sure to hold for a few seconds until set. Dab a small amount of melted candy on back of eyeball sprinkles, then place on face and hold for a few seconds. Dab a small amount of melted candy on back of red M&M’s and place on face for a nose holding for a few seconds. Using a thin paint brush, dip in black food coloring, then paint a mouth. Let sit for a few hours. Place a treat bag over each cake pop and tie with ribbon.
*You will need 3 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil for each bag of Chocolate Candy Wafers
Thanksgiving on a Budget
How do you feed a large family for Thanksgiving on a budget? I am going to tell you what I do, and it works for my family. First I look at my local Bi-Lo grocery ad for the week. Then I look for available coupons to save even more. At Bi-Lo, your coupons are doubled! Check out the coupon policy here.
My favorite deal this week using coupons is the Mrs. Smith's Pie. It is on sale, buy one, get one free. You can find a printable coupon for fifty cents off a Mrs. Smith's Pie. You can print most coupons twice. So, with this deal, you pay:
3.49 for one pie
Use a fifty cent off Mrs. Smith's Pie coupon
Bi-Lo doubles that coupon.
Your final cost is $2.49 for a pie regularly priced at 6.99
That is a savings of $4.50. I don't know about you, but I like saving money on items I will use for my Thanksgiving dinner. Here is another deal of how I save money using coupons and my Bi-Lo Bonus Card.
Buy 4 Campbell's soup for 80 cents each=$3.20
Use a 40 cents off four cans of Campbell's Soup printable coupon along with your Bi-Lo Bonus Card
Total : $2.40or 60 cents per can of soup for all those casseroles we make for Thanksgiving.
Using my Bi-Lo BonusCard I not only save money, I earn fuelperks. You can learn more about Fuelperks here.
Bi-Lo has everyday NEW low prices in place for the items you buy the most. This week's ad has tons of deals for the items you need for a Thanksgiving feast. Through November 26. 2015 they will price match any advertised Grade A frozen turkey price, including Butterball(while supplies last). Bring the competitor's ad with a lower priced Grade A Frozen Turkey.
What are you waiting for? Check out your local Bi-Lo ad online, check out the available coupons and maximize your savings. You can have a Thanksgiving dinner your family will not forget and you can do it all on a budget.
Also, there are fantastic recipes from Chef Curtis Stone both online and in store. I picked these two recipes up in my local store and I must say, this Bourbon Pecan Pie will be on my Thanksgiving dinner table
Hold on, that is not all! One of my lucky readers will win a $50 Bi-Lo Gift card by entering the Rafflecopter giveaway below. Winner will have 48 hours to respond to email or forfeit the prize.
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My favorite deal this week using coupons is the Mrs. Smith's Pie. It is on sale, buy one, get one free. You can find a printable coupon for fifty cents off a Mrs. Smith's Pie. You can print most coupons twice. So, with this deal, you pay:
3.49 for one pie
Use a fifty cent off Mrs. Smith's Pie coupon
Bi-Lo doubles that coupon.
Your final cost is $2.49 for a pie regularly priced at 6.99
That is a savings of $4.50. I don't know about you, but I like saving money on items I will use for my Thanksgiving dinner. Here is another deal of how I save money using coupons and my Bi-Lo Bonus Card.
Buy 4 Campbell's soup for 80 cents each=$3.20
Use a 40 cents off four cans of Campbell's Soup printable coupon along with your Bi-Lo Bonus Card
Total : $2.40or 60 cents per can of soup for all those casseroles we make for Thanksgiving.
Using my Bi-Lo BonusCard I not only save money, I earn fuelperks. You can learn more about Fuelperks here.
Bi-Lo has everyday NEW low prices in place for the items you buy the most. This week's ad has tons of deals for the items you need for a Thanksgiving feast. Through November 26. 2015 they will price match any advertised Grade A frozen turkey price, including Butterball(while supplies last). Bring the competitor's ad with a lower priced Grade A Frozen Turkey.
What are you waiting for? Check out your local Bi-Lo ad online, check out the available coupons and maximize your savings. You can have a Thanksgiving dinner your family will not forget and you can do it all on a budget.
Also, there are fantastic recipes from Chef Curtis Stone both online and in store. I picked these two recipes up in my local store and I must say, this Bourbon Pecan Pie will be on my Thanksgiving dinner table
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Hold on, that is not all! One of my lucky readers will win a $50 Bi-Lo Gift card by entering the Rafflecopter giveaway below. Winner will have 48 hours to respond to email or forfeit the prize.
Cooking up Fall
Click on the photo below for some wonderful recipes from Kraft. How does Chocolate Stuffed French Toast Baked Brunch sound to you? Get the recipe below.
This post is sponsored by Lunchbox.
This post is sponsored by Lunchbox.
Great Smoky Mountains
We LOVE the Great Smoky Mountains.
Breath taking views.
The scenery is amazing.
A room with a view.
I could wake up to this every day!
Breath taking views.
The scenery is amazing.
A room with a view.
I could wake up to this every day!
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Christmas Ornaments
This is the easiest craft I have ever done in my life and it was so much fun. Here are the materials needed to make these Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Christmas ornaments:
- Green glass ornaments
- Purple, orange, red, and blue ribbon (I used 5/8 inch wide ribbon)
- Wiggle eyes
- Glue
Instructions:
Cut ribbon to fit the size ornament you have. Put glue along the entire length of ribbon and place it firmly around the ornament. Glue the wiggly eyes on the ribbon. Repeat using the different colors of ribbon. I let mine dry overnight and they are ready to hang on your tree.
You can find all these materials at your local craft store. I bought all materials brand new and it cost me less than $15 for 18 ornaments, 4 spools of ribbon, wiggly eyes and glue. This will make for a cute Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles themed tree or just to hang with your other ornaments on your tree.
Halloween Survival Guide
This Halloween Survival Guide is packed full of spooky ideas! Make sure to get yours today by clicking on the picture below.
Sponsored post by Lunchbox.
The Divining Rod Wines
“From water, comes wine” – never has this been more true than with The Divining Rod wines. By giving life to countless vineyards across California, Marc Mondavi quite literally “turns water into wine.” He possesses the grape growing and winemaking skills and knowledge that come from growing up in the Napa Valley, as a key member of America’s foremost wine family. But Marc’s “sixth sense” for water divining (also called water witching or dowsing) and connection with the land, put him on another level of winemaking. That’s why we say that his Divining Rod wines are more than natural, they’re supernatural. History Established in the 1940’s by Italian immigrants Cesare and Rosa Mondavi, C. Mondavi & Family remains a family-owned business which has thrived for generations to produce fine wines for a variety of occasions and consumers. Built on a foundation of family values, hard work and European winemaking traditions, the winery offers a portfolio of wines for special occasions and everyday gatherings of family and friends. Day-to-day operations are handled by co-proprietors Marc Mondavi and Peter Mondavi Jr., both sons of legendary Napa Valley wine icon Peter Mondavi Sr., who serves as the company’s president and CEO. The family is now proudly welcoming members of the fourth generation to the business, continuing a legacy started 70 years ago and setting a foundation for generations to come. Marc Mondavi started The Divining Rod label in 2012 in honor of his ability to locate underground water sources and establish vineyards. The first new brand from C. Mondavi & Family in over 60 years, The Divining Rod has secured its place in a long line of fine wines created by this iconic family.
Current Wine Releases
2010 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% "a little magic" (Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Malbec) SRP: $17.99
2011 Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay 95% Chardonnay and 5% "a little magic" (Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier) SRP: $17.99
Winemaker Our winemaker and water witch Marc Mondavi begins by giving life to vineyards by using his copper divining rods to locate underground water. This water is harnessed to nourish vineyards and create ideal conditions for vines to thrive. Marc then puts on his winemaker hat to create beautiful expressions of his special vineyards. Our wines are specifically made to highlight the beautiful fruit given to us by nature. Marc prefers to showcase the fruit of the vine, rather than the telltale signs of heavy-handed wine making. This is what sets The Divining Rod wines apart from the rest. I like the fruit of the wine, rather than the signs and TASTE of heavy-handed wine making.
Yummy Orange Mimosa
For all the parents out there who are exhausted from the Halloween parties and trick or treating, here is a quick drink to make for an adult treat. Enjoy an Orange Mimosa!
1 ½ cups Orange Juice
¼ cup Triple Sec Orange Liqueur
2 cups Champagne
In a pitcher, combine orange juice and triple sec and stir. Add champagne and stir. Pour into a martini glass.
1 ½ cups Orange Juice
¼ cup Triple Sec Orange Liqueur
2 cups Champagne
In a pitcher, combine orange juice and triple sec and stir. Add champagne and stir. Pour into a martini glass.
White Bean Chicken Chili
Items needed:
2 Bone-In Split Chicken Breasts
Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper (to season)
1/2 cup Onion (finely diced)
5 cups Chicken Broth
2 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern Beans (drained)
1 (8-ounce) can Whole Kernel Corn (drained)
1 (4-ounce) can Chopped Green Chilies
1 teaspoon bottled Minced Garlic
1 ½ teaspoons Ground Cumin
1 ½ teaspoons Oregano
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/8 teaspoon Pepper
2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
1/4 cup Half & Half
Fresh Cilantro
Sour Cream
Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
Place chicken in a roasting pan. Season each breast with salt and pepper, then rub with olive oil. Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees on the 3rd rack for 50 minutes. Remove chicken from oven and let cool, remove skin and shred into chunks enough to equal 3 cups, then set aside. In a large heavy pot and over medium heat. Combine chicken, onion, chicken broth, northern beans, corn, green chilies, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for 40 minutes. Stir together cornstarch and half & half, then pour into mixture. Stir and cover. Let simmer an additional 4 minutes. Serve soup topped with cilantro, sour cream and monterey jack cheese.
Kids Academy Releases Preschool Education Center for iOS and Android
I love this Kids Academy app. Brings of of fun while learning, too. My kids just cannot play with it enough. Lots of learning games and I like that it reinforces what my child has already leanrned. Great for preschool aged kids!
Until now, Preschool Education Center has only been available on iTunes but today's release makes it finally available for Android device on Google Play! This fun and free app is currently being featured in the Family section of the Android store in the USA, Australia and Canada.
Kids Academy have also updated the iOS version of the app: Preschool & Kindergarten Early Learning Games adding new games, books and educational cartoons and shows as well as printable worksheets.
- The update boasts a bunch of cute little monsters that will teach your kids about money and how to count it.
- Kids Academy TV now has a 24/7 Live Zoo channel offering web-cam views on real-life animals.
Kids Academy Releases Preschool Education Center for iOS and Android!
I am always looking for fun and educatiopnal apps for my kids. Kids Academy has just that! I highly suggest you check out these apps and download them to yur devices! Kids Academy – the team behind some of the top educational apps for kids with over 10 million downloads worldwide just released the long-awaited version of their flagship app – Preschool Education Center. As the name suggests, Preschool Education Center is an all-in-one educational app for kids and toddlers. The app covers all aspects of early childhood education from the alphabet and reading to writing, building vocabulary and developing math skills. Based on the proven Montessori method the app offers a number of fun games that help master essential learning skills through play. I love this Kids Academy app. Brings of of fun while learning, too. My kids just cannot play with it enough. Lots of learning games and I like that it reinforces what my child has already leanrned. Great for preschool aged kids!
Until now, Preschool Education Center has only been available on iTunes but today's release makes it finally available for Android device on Google Play! This fun and free app is currently being featured in the Family section of the Android store in the USA, Australia and Canada.Get the app free on Google Play!
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For iOS devices:
Kids Academy have also updated the iOS version of the app: Preschool & Kindergarten Early Learning Games adding new games, books and educational cartoons and shows as well as printable worksheets.
- The update boasts a bunch of cute little monsters that will teach your kids about money and how to count it.
- Kids Academy TV now has a 24/7 Live Zoo channel offering web-cam views on real-life animals.
Grab your free copy of the update on the iTunes App Store!
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BONUS! Free Preschool & Kindergarten Worksheets for Kids
Kids Academy is also finding a way to expand beyond the screen and help master pen and pencil with free printable worksheets. You can get free preschool worksheets on a variety of subjects from alphabet to math (the library is being constantly updated). Download, print out and get start practicing with good old pen and paper in seconds!Head over to to the Kids Academy to get your FREE PRINTABLE WORKSHEETS and get your kids busy!
Olive Garden Never Ending Pasta Bowl 20th Anniversary
Where are all of my Olive Garden Fans? Now through November 22, 2015 Olive Garden is having the 20th anniversary of the Never Ending Pasta Bowl! This is my favorite time of year to get some great pasta from Olive Garden. And who doesn't love the bread sticks? Make sure to visit your Olive Garden to take advantage of this offer. I did and it was delicious.
Never Ending Pasta Bowl includes options to please the entire family:
· Pastas: Rigatoni, Cavatappi, Spaghetti, Whole Wheat Linguine, Gluten-Free Rotini, Tri-Colored Penne, Fettuccine, Angel Hair and Mezzaluna Ravioli.
· Sauces: Five Cheese Marinara, Traditional Meat Sauce, Asiago Garlic Alfredo, Alfredo, Marinara, New Chicken Pomodoro and Pesto Alfredo.
· Toppings: Meatballs, Italian Sausage, Chicken Meatballs, Crispy Chicken Fritta or Crispy Shrimp Fritta can be added to any combination starting at $2.99.
Tell me what Pasta Bowl you would get!
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Here are a few pictures from our trip to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia SC.
Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake
Here is an easy and chocolate filled Bundt cake recipe. I avoid all the hassle by buying boxed cake mixes.
Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake
Ingredients:
1 (16-ounce) box Duncan Hines Dark Chocolate Cake Mix
1 (5-ounce) package Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix
1 cup Sour Cream
1/2 cup Warm Water
1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
4 large Eggs
2/3 cup Milk Chocolate Chips
Vegetable Shortening (for greasing)
Directions:
Grease a bundt pan with vegetable shortening, set aside. In a large mixing bowl and with an electric mixer, beat together cake mix, chocolate pudding mix, sour cream, warm water, vegetable oil and eggs. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour batter into pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees on the 3rd rack for 50 to 55 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes, then turn over and remove from pan. You can drizzle some chocolate sauce over the cake, if you LOVER chocolate!
Spooktacular October Event
Ready for some Halloween giveaways? There will be many winners in this one! Don't be scared to enter!
Pear Salad
This is a super easy recipe and a Southern favorite. You can have this ready in a jiffy. Not only is it easy to make, it is very appealing to the eye and it tastes great!
2 can halved pears, drained
Mayonnaise
Grated sharp or cheddar cheese
Maraschino cherries
Head of lettuce
Tear off large pieces of lettuce leaves and arrange on large platter, making sure to cover entire platter. Place pear halves on platter. Use a dollop of mayonnaise in the center of each pear. Sprinkle each pear with grated cheese. Top each pear with a maraschino cherry. Refrigerate until ready serve. I have never fixed Pear Salad and had any leftovers!
How You Can Have a Spa in Your Own Home with Spa Life
Back to school can have it's perks. Having a spa day all day is one of them. Reviewz & Newz is helping to promote this wonderful giveaway.
The time has come again. Not only is school back in session, or almost back in session, but it is time to kick off the School Rules Blog Pop giveaway event! If you have been following for awhile, I am sure you already know how awesome the Blog Pop events are. If you are new here, you are in for a real treat. We have so many awesome giveaways in store.
To mark my kids going back to school this week, I wanted to start off with some really great products that would be great for relaxation. Back to school time can be so stressful. There is so much to do and it sometimes takes awhile to get back into rhythm. The kids and I had been staying up very late every night over the summer, but we had been sleeping in to.
Now that they have school in the mornings, they are going to bed early so they can get up early. The problem is, I still have a lot to do and I am not finding a way to get in bed before 1am, but I still have to be up early too. Between the stress and the tiredness, I just wanted a nice escape. My Spa Life was exactly what I needed.
Spa Life is not just a beauty solution is is a spa experience, and that is what makes all the difference to me. I don't want to feel like I am doing a chore, I want to enjoy the feeling of caring for myself. I want it to be pampering and indulgent, and My Spa Life is all of that and more.
Spa Life has so many incredible products. So far I have been able to try out several fabulous facial wraps/masks as well as the fantastic Hand Gloves and Foot Sockies. The products are all so amazing. Each item is individually packaged and is single use.
I love that there is no guessing how much product to use. There is no messy rinsing. Seriously, washing(rinsing off) your face in the sink is one of the messiest things you can do. It is unpleasant and, to me, can totally undo any relaxation that may have come from an ordinary mask/masque(like a mud mask or something).
These wraps/masks, gloves and sockies are all so easy to use. You literally just make sure you clean the area, apply the wrap and sit back and relax for at least 20 minutes. I love relaxing as part of the directions. That is my kind of skin care.
I have used the masks a few times at night after the kids are in bed, and I love how great they feel while they are on. Of course they made my skin look and feel incredible after using them, which is wonderful. My skin has been a struggle for me since I was young. I am so impressed by these Spa Life facial wraps. You can even choose a warm or a cool wrap by either refrigerating before use or placing (sealed package) in hot water for a few minutes before use).
The real treat was on Monday though. Monday was the kids' first day back to school, so I could finally get the full relaxation experiences. I put soothing Lavender and Peppermint essential oils in my diffuser, applied the Beauty Trip Facial Mask, Hand Gloves and Foot Sockies and laid back with some music. I probably indulged in it for 30 minutes, and it was heavenly.
As I already mentioned, the mask made my face feel amazing and look luminous and vibrant. Considering I had only 5 hours of sleep, that is pretty great. The best part was the Foot Sockies though. I unfortunately have super dry skin on my heels and such. I have tried so many things to treat it, but no one wants to have lotion on their feet making them slippery or getting on the floor(or couch/bed if you put your feet up.
The Foot Sockies keep all the moisture inside the wrap. Not only does that keep your feet and everything they touch clean, but it keeps them moisturized so much better. The Sockies made my feet feel amazing, my skin was so soft. I felt like I was going to slip out of my shoes they were so soft.
The Hand Gloves were every bit as good as the Sockies. I did not even think my hands were that dry, but after seeing how much softer and smoother-looking they got, I realized why I needed them. I am convinced I now need to do this Spa Life relaxation treatment every week.
If you are dying to try these amazing Spa Life products yourself, you are in luck. My Spa Life has generously offered to give away the Spa Life Pink Collection set($72) to one lucky winner. The set contains: 2 Invigorating Hand Gloves, 2 Miraculous Moisturizing Foot Sockies, 2 Cucumber and Aloe Face Wraps 2 Avocado and Vitamin E Face Wraps 1 (6 count) Hydrosoothing Cooling Eye Pads in Strawberry, and 1 (6 count) Hydrosoothing Cooling Eye Pads in Orange.
The time has come again. Not only is school back in session, or almost back in session, but it is time to kick off the School Rules Blog Pop giveaway event! If you have been following for awhile, I am sure you already know how awesome the Blog Pop events are. If you are new here, you are in for a real treat. We have so many awesome giveaways in store.
To mark my kids going back to school this week, I wanted to start off with some really great products that would be great for relaxation. Back to school time can be so stressful. There is so much to do and it sometimes takes awhile to get back into rhythm. The kids and I had been staying up very late every night over the summer, but we had been sleeping in to.
Now that they have school in the mornings, they are going to bed early so they can get up early. The problem is, I still have a lot to do and I am not finding a way to get in bed before 1am, but I still have to be up early too. Between the stress and the tiredness, I just wanted a nice escape. My Spa Life was exactly what I needed.
Spa Life is not just a beauty solution is is a spa experience, and that is what makes all the difference to me. I don't want to feel like I am doing a chore, I want to enjoy the feeling of caring for myself. I want it to be pampering and indulgent, and My Spa Life is all of that and more.
Spa Life has so many incredible products. So far I have been able to try out several fabulous facial wraps/masks as well as the fantastic Hand Gloves and Foot Sockies. The products are all so amazing. Each item is individually packaged and is single use.
I love that there is no guessing how much product to use. There is no messy rinsing. Seriously, washing(rinsing off) your face in the sink is one of the messiest things you can do. It is unpleasant and, to me, can totally undo any relaxation that may have come from an ordinary mask/masque(like a mud mask or something).
These wraps/masks, gloves and sockies are all so easy to use. You literally just make sure you clean the area, apply the wrap and sit back and relax for at least 20 minutes. I love relaxing as part of the directions. That is my kind of skin care.
I have used the masks a few times at night after the kids are in bed, and I love how great they feel while they are on. Of course they made my skin look and feel incredible after using them, which is wonderful. My skin has been a struggle for me since I was young. I am so impressed by these Spa Life facial wraps. You can even choose a warm or a cool wrap by either refrigerating before use or placing (sealed package) in hot water for a few minutes before use).
The real treat was on Monday though. Monday was the kids' first day back to school, so I could finally get the full relaxation experiences. I put soothing Lavender and Peppermint essential oils in my diffuser, applied the Beauty Trip Facial Mask, Hand Gloves and Foot Sockies and laid back with some music. I probably indulged in it for 30 minutes, and it was heavenly.
As I already mentioned, the mask made my face feel amazing and look luminous and vibrant. Considering I had only 5 hours of sleep, that is pretty great. The best part was the Foot Sockies though. I unfortunately have super dry skin on my heels and such. I have tried so many things to treat it, but no one wants to have lotion on their feet making them slippery or getting on the floor(or couch/bed if you put your feet up.
The Foot Sockies keep all the moisture inside the wrap. Not only does that keep your feet and everything they touch clean, but it keeps them moisturized so much better. The Sockies made my feet feel amazing, my skin was so soft. I felt like I was going to slip out of my shoes they were so soft.
The Hand Gloves were every bit as good as the Sockies. I did not even think my hands were that dry, but after seeing how much softer and smoother-looking they got, I realized why I needed them. I am convinced I now need to do this Spa Life relaxation treatment every week.
If you are dying to try these amazing Spa Life products yourself, you are in luck. My Spa Life has generously offered to give away the Spa Life Pink Collection set($72) to one lucky winner. The set contains: 2 Invigorating Hand Gloves, 2 Miraculous Moisturizing Foot Sockies, 2 Cucumber and Aloe Face Wraps 2 Avocado and Vitamin E Face Wraps 1 (6 count) Hydrosoothing Cooling Eye Pads in Strawberry, and 1 (6 count) Hydrosoothing Cooling Eye Pads in Orange.
iSwimBand
End of Summer #iSwimBand
Disclosure: Barbara's Beat was provided an iSwimBand to review in exchange for our honest opinion. Reviewz & Newz is promoting this giveaway. This prize is valued ay $39.99. Reviewz & Newz is not responsible for shipment of prize.
Sponsor: iSwimBand
Host: Barbara's Beat
Thanks to all the bloggers promoting this giveaway.
It may be time for school to begin in some areas of the country, but the temperatures and the calendar says it's still summer. Some families are even getting in another family beach vacation before fall begins.
The Statioinery Studio
Reviewz & Newz is promoting this giveaway along with our friends from Daily Deals from a Nerd Mom! Read below on how you can win a $50 gift card.
The Stationery Studio is the online leader in personalized stationery and gifts and often featured in media outlets like the TODAY SHOW, Good Housekeeping, USA TODAY, People magazine and much more. They also have a large celebrity fan base including Kim Kardashian West, Elizabeth Banks, Bethenny Frankel and Julie Bowen. Daily Deals from a Nerd Mom was able to get their hands on some of their amazing products for themselves recently. You can read their FULL REVIEW about that.
One lucky reader will win a $50 gift card from The Stationary Studio!
Entering is simple using the widget below. US only, ends 8/18/15 11:59 pm EST.
Rules: This giveaway is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by or associated with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or any other social media. The winner will be chosen randomly and contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is drawn. US only. Daily Deals From a Nerd Mom and all bloggers involved are not responsible for prize shipment. The Stationary Studio will be in charge of that.
GOOD LUCK! :)
Childhood Asthma
As a child, I suffered from asthma. It was one of the worst experiences of my adolescence years. I wished I knew then what I know now. So many different preventive measures can be taken to prevent an asthma attack. Make sure you know the signs of an oncoming asthma attack and you may can prevent it. When you cannot prevent an asthma attack, know how to treat it and know when to seek medical assistance.
How To Prevent Summer Brain Drain with Scholastic
Reviewz & Newz is promoting this giveaway along with our friends at It's a Mom Things Reviews and More. Read more on how you can win some great prizes from Scholastic.
Summer is almost over which means back to school is around the corner! The end of the summer means something else too - summer brain drain! At the end of the summer children stop reading as much which leads to a loss of core skills (aka brain drain). The Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge is the perfect way to prevent summer brain drain! Sign up for the reading challenge HERE!
Enter to win a summer reading package from Scholastic to help keep your kids reading. This package includes:Summer Reading printables, Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge (water bottle for parents), Bookmarks, an assortment of books (including picture books, novels and more), Posters, Signed poster from authors of “39 Clues” including Gordon Korman, Jude Watson, etc.
Why you need to register with Smart 911
I have a child with autism and I have used Smart911. But, it's not just for children with autism, it is for all children or adults that may live alone or have a condition that a first responder needs to know about should you have to call 911.
Register at Smart911. It is absolutely FREE! Create a safety profile. Uploada CURRENT picture of your family members. Since my son is non verbal, I wanted them to know exactly what he looked like in case of an emergency. Input all of your information, it takes only a few minutes and could very well save your life or that of your child.
School starts soon and I want all of my readers to register at Smart911 and add your child's photo and all pertinent medical information concerning each member of your family. If the unthinkable happens and your child is missing, there will be no searching for a recent photo, because it is all stored in Smart911.
Here are some statistics about missing children:
Do your family a favor and SIGN UP NOW at SMART911. It may very well save a life.
I was compensated for this post, but all opinions are 100% my own. Images courtesy of Smart911.
Register at Smart911. It is absolutely FREE! Create a safety profile. Uploada CURRENT picture of your family members. Since my son is non verbal, I wanted them to know exactly what he looked like in case of an emergency. Input all of your information, it takes only a few minutes and could very well save your life or that of your child.
School starts soon and I want all of my readers to register at Smart911 and add your child's photo and all pertinent medical information concerning each member of your family. If the unthinkable happens and your child is missing, there will be no searching for a recent photo, because it is all stored in Smart911.
Here are some statistics about missing children:
· The first 3 hours are the most critical when trying to locate a missing child.
· 76.2% of abducted children who are killed are dead within 3 hours.
· It can take more than 2 hours to gather information from a panicked parent.
· With Smart911, parents can provide a photo and physical description of their child. If their child ever goes missing, 9-1-1 will be able to immediately send their photo to officers responding in the field.
· Here’s a real 9-1-1 call where Smart911 helped police locate a missing child in Arkansas:
Do your family a favor and SIGN UP NOW at SMART911. It may very well save a life.
I was compensated for this post, but all opinions are 100% my own. Images courtesy of Smart911.
More for Teachers at Staples
Being a teacher has it's rewards. One of the best rewards is being a Staples Rewards Member. I pay a lot out of my own pocket for supplies and materials for my classroom. I am happy that Staples will have Teacher Appreciation Week August 2-8, 2015.
During Staples Teacher Appreciation Week, teachers can get an exclusive coupon that provides 40 percent back in Staples Teacher Rewards on the most popular items in school supplies, teaching and art supplies from the brands we all love like Sharpie, Crayola, and 3M.
The discount applies to in-store purchases only, made from Sunday, August 2 through Saturday, August 8, and excludes technology, Staples Less List & Extreme Deal offers. The Refer a Fellow Teacher offer extends the savings to other educators.
I know that a lot of states are having tax free weekends, so please take advantage of this, too. Staples is my favorite place to shop for materials and supplies for my classroom. Being a rewards member is an even sweeter deal. Costs can add up in the classroom and this helps me get the much needed supplies and materials.
During Staples Teacher Appreciation Week, teachers can get an exclusive coupon that provides 40 percent back in Staples Teacher Rewards on the most popular items in school supplies, teaching and art supplies from the brands we all love like Sharpie, Crayola, and 3M.
The discount applies to in-store purchases only, made from Sunday, August 2 through Saturday, August 8, and excludes technology, Staples Less List & Extreme Deal offers. The Refer a Fellow Teacher offer extends the savings to other educators.
I know that a lot of states are having tax free weekends, so please take advantage of this, too. Staples is my favorite place to shop for materials and supplies for my classroom. Being a rewards member is an even sweeter deal. Costs can add up in the classroom and this helps me get the much needed supplies and materials.
In addition to the 40% back in Staples® Teacher Rewards, teachers can use the Staples Less List, the back-to-school 110% Lowest Price Guarantee and Extreme Deals to save even more!
For this week only (August 2 through 8), Staples Teacher Rewards members can purchase a customizable Staples brand teacher planner for only $24.99 (regularly $39.99) with discount code, online only.
Teachers can download their 40% back in Staples® Teacher Rewards coupon and find information on the customizable Staples brand teacher planner at www.staples.com/classroom
If you are a teacher, I urge you to take advantage of the rewards programs available at Staples. They always have the best prices on the things I need for my classroom. If you know a teacher, please share this post so they, too, can get the best deals at Staples.
This post is sponsored by Mom Buzz Media and Staples.
Learn a Foreign Language with Babbel
Reviewz & Newz is happy to promote this giveaway along with our friends at Benoit Academy. Read below on bhow you can win this great new app.
Babbel.com has teamed up with Benoit Academy to bring to you an awesome giveaway. One lucky reader will win 3 months of Babbel.com's foreign language learning app!
Babbel is for beginners all the way up to those who want to improve. They offer thousands of hours of fun, interactive courses. Each lesson takes just a few minutes. Babbel can even listen to your pronunciation and help correct it if need be. The Review Manager really makes sure that what you have learned is sticking in your memory. All previous activities show up on your Dashboard so you can see where you are and also what needs to be done.
Since the lessons are quick and can be used on mobile devices as well, you can learn a new language pretty much anywhere! Your progress is saved on a cloud and synced across your devices so you can easily pick up where you left off.
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Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies
1 ½ cups Cake Flour
1/2 teaspoon Salt
2 cups Sugar
2 sticks Unsalted Butter (1 cup) (cubed)
1 (4-ounce) Baker’s Unsweetened Chocolate Bar (broken up)
4 large Eggs (beaten)
1 (1-ounce) bottle Red Food Coloring
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
4 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
2/3 cup Powdered Sugar
1 large Egg White
Non-Stick Cooking Spray
Directions
Spray a 9x13 inch pan with cooking spray, set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine cake flour, salt and sugar. Stir together, then set aside. In a 3 quart pot and over medium heat, melt butter and unsweetened chocolate. Once completely melted, pour over flour mixture. Stir until combined. Quickly stir in eggs. Stir in red food coloring. Stir in vanilla extract. Pour batter into pan. In a medium size mixing bowl and with an electric mixer, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar. Add egg white and beat. Using a small spatula or knife, drizzle the cream cheese mixture over the red velvet mixture, making swirls as you go. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees on the 3rd rack for 35 minutes. Let cool, then cut into bars.
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