Luigi's Real Italian Ice Giveaway

Welcome to the Luigi's Real Italian Ice Giveaway!

Be more spoontaneous this year! We've partnered with Luigi's Real Italian Ice to bring you an amazing giveaway for a $250 Grocery Store Gift Card of your choice*, so that you can do something spoontaneous!! Plus, you can also get your printable coupon for $.75 OFF on any one box LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice in this post. Enjoy the sweet taste of freedom with $.75 off LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice—including the new Red, White, & Blue Swirl! Dive mouthfirst into a frosty cup of LUIGI’S. Download your cool coupon now and #BeMoreSpoontaneous!

Get Your Coupon!

Get ready for some swirlin’ and savin’ with LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice—grab your $.75 OFF coupon now! Available in the following cities: Baltimore, MD/Washington D.C. Boston, MA Chicago, IL Harrisburg/Scranton, PA Hartford, CT/Springfield, MA Las Vegas, NV Los Angeles, CA Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, FL New York, NY Philadelphia, PA Raleigh/Greensboro, NC Richmond/Norfold, VA San Francisco/Oakland, CA Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL

Now for the Giveaway!!!

One (1) winner will receive a $250 Grocery Store Gift Card (*Winner's Choice and the store must carry Luigi's Real Italian Ice) Open to US residents, 18+ One entry per email & IP address Giveaway begins 8/28/2019 at 12:01am ET and ends 9/10/2019 at 11:59pm ET

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Maxcurl Giveaway

We have partnered with our friends at Reviewz and More by Rosey to bring you this giveaway for a Maxcurl.  It's THE must have beauty tool.  Please use the Rafflecopter below to enter.  

Contest runs from August 30, 2019 (12:00 AM) to September 9, 2019 (12:00 

AM) Eastern Standard Time

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More By Rosey follower their very own Air Spin N Curler.  Please be sure 

to complete each task as all entries will be verified before any prize 

is awarded.  Any fraudulent entries will be disqualified.

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Must Have Tops for Plus Size Women

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Savings.com.  The posts contains affiliate links.  If you make a purchase, I may make a commission.

Where are all my plus size ladies?  I have a deal for you!  You can get some great plus size  tops from Macy's for 50% off.  That is a deal you do not want to miss!

I am going to show you my favorite three plus size tops from Macy's.

I love this simple tee from Ralph Lauren.  I love a soft cotton t-shirt paired with jeans.  The Ralph Lauren logo is iconic.  And, you cannot beat the price.



Everyone needs a dressy white top and I love this one. This bell sleeve blouse comes in white and cranberry spice.  I may just have to buy one of each color, especially since they are 50% off.



 I am a huge fan of floral tops and this one is great.  It has a scoop neckline and the hem hits right at the hips.  The 3/4 sleeves are perfect for this time of year.



I hope I have given you some shopping inspiration.  I am ready to expand my wardrobe and these tops are all 50% off, I can afford to splurge a little on me.  You can order online and pick up at store or just order online and have them shipped to your home.  This is one sale you don't want to miss!  Hurry this sale is from 8/29/19-9/2/19, restrictions apply.

What are your faves?  Pair any of these tops with these items to make a fashion statement everyone will love.

How you can give back to your community

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Savings.com

I am doing good in my neighborhood by supporting my local United Way chapter.  I donate money via payroll deduction and I also attend events in my area. We recently had a back to school drive that was a huge success.  Now, the kids in our community have all the school supplies they need to start back to school.  It's such a good feeling when you know you are helping your community and that is what United Way is all about.


Valpak has partnered with United Way to harness their shared commitment and engagement in local communities across America to fight for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community.



Valpak, one of North America's leading direct marketing companies, and United Way Worldwide, the world's largest privately funded charity, will partner on a nationwide, multi-platform campaign, "United to Strengthen Our Local Communities."

For over 50 years, Valpak has been at the heart of local communities across North America, helping people save, businesses grow and neighborhoods thrive through a network of local franchises. Together, through this campaign, Valpak and United Way are harnessing their shared commitment and engagement in local communities across America to fight for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community.

Be on the look out for your Valpak envelope, it may just have $100 in it, so you can give back to your community. You can also register at Valpak. SHOP- GIVE- and SAVE! You can shop for good buy making a purchase through our online HP back to school guide and United Way will receive a portion of each sale.  You can register at Valpak for a chance to win $5,000 in HP products for them AND a school in need.

Join us in helping to make a difference in our schools and communities! A donation of just $25 can offset the cost of more than 25 meals for a family of four or buy 50 books for preschoolers in need.
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Great Gifts of Libations

Are you looking for gifts for those that love their libations?  Here is a curated list of my favorites.  Check back often, as we will add to this list.

Elevaso Extra-Añejo Tequila is crafted from 100% Blue Weber Agave and aged for 5+ years in French Oak and Irish Whiskey barrels. The sweet taste is a unique find in tequilas, and melds into a long-lasting smooth finish. Embodying notes of oak, caramel, vanilla, and butterscotch, Elevaso Extra-Añejo Tequila is pleasing to both tequila and whiskey drinkers alike. Elevaso’s owner Ross Elgart pledges to donate a minimum of $25,000 from Batch #1 sales to charity.

These are perfect games for a family game night.

I received these products from Bicycle for review.  If your family is like mine, you will love these games.  We try to have a family game night as often as we can, so I am always on the lookout for games that will be fun for the whole family.

How well do you know your family and friends?  Do you think you know how they would react in specific awkward situations?  Try playing It's Blunderful and find out if you know them as well as you think you do!

It's Blunderful is easy to learn.  It has fun, non offensive, adult related content.  It keeps all players involved during every turn through the act of placing bets on how you think others would react to the specified situation.  Each player has their own betting scorecard which they will use to place their bets.  

 
To play, one player reads the Blunderful card and secretly chooses how they would react.  Then the other players place their bets on which reaction you chose.  Then everyone reveals their answers and the ones who guessed correctly will gain the amount of points that they wagered.  Those who guessed incorrectly will lose the amount of points that they wagered.  The amount of points a player will gain or lose is the amount they chose to use as their wager.  The first person to reach 100 points wins the game.

It's Blunderful is a 4-8 player game and is recommended for ages 17 and over.  The suggested retail price is $24.99 and you can purchase it HERE.

Shuffle Grand Prix is a fast paced, strategic racing card game.  You select your drivers according to their unique abilities to increase your chances of winning.  In the course of the game, you will play cards to slow your opponents while protecting yourself.  The person who travels the furthest by the time the distance cards run out will win.  

     
Shuffle Grand Prix is a fun for the whole family.  It is recommended for ages 13 and over, but I have a 6 year old who is able to play with minimal help.  It is a perfect game for people with a competitive nature and is great practice for strategical thinking.  My family has a blast playing this game.  We even used a black and white dish towel to wave as a checkered flag, just for fun! 

This is a 2-4 player game and even though it is recommended for ages 13 and over, my kids (ages 6, 10 and almost 12) had no trouble playing it.  The suggested retail price is $24.99 and you can purchase it HERE.

A Dog's Journey

Tonight is movie night at my house!  We are watching A Dog's Journey. Thanks to our friends at Team Click for sending us this DVD.  If you loved A Dog's Purpose, you will love A Dog's Journey.  Our family loves watching movies with our kids.

Picking up where A Dog’s Purpose left off, A Dog’s Journey, available on Digital on August 6, 2019, as well as on Blu-ray^TM, DVD and On Demand on August 20, 2019, continues the tale of lovable farm dog Bailey, as he finds a new destiny and forms an unbreakable bond, and learns that some friendships transcend lifetimes. A hit with audiences, who rated it an “A” CinemaScore, the movie is “a must-see for any dog lover” (Chuck Yarborough, The Plain Dealer) and the perfect choice for family viewing, teaching universal lessons about the values of friendship and devotion. “Pawsitively” uplifting from start to finish, A Dog’s Journey features over 30 minutes of bonus content including deleted and extended scenes, a hilarious gag reel and featurettes with the cast and a behind the scenes look at the memorable animal performances.

8 Dixie Peach Vodka Recipes

If you are going to give the gift of Vodka, I highly recommend Dixie Peach Vodka.   Made from peaches sourced from Georgia, you know you have a true blend.

Dixie Peach Vodka Recipes

Peach Mule

2 oz. Dixie Peach Vodka

Ginger beer

1 lime wedge

1 fresh peach slice

Fill a copper mule mug with ice. Add Dixie Peach Vodka and ginger beer. Squeeze lime into mug, and garnish with a fresh peach slice.

Dixie Peach Bellini

1 oz. Dixie Peach Vodka

Sparkling wine or Champagne

1 fresh peach slice

In a Champagne glass our coupe, add Dixie Peach Vodka and top with sparkling wine or Champagne. Garnish with a fresh peach slice.

Frozen Peach Bellini

2 oz. Dixie Peach Vodka

1 lemon wedge (squeezed and discarded)

0.5 oz. (or 1 bar spoon) agave nectar

1 c. ice

Sparkling wine or Champagne

1 fresh peach slice

1 sprig of mint

Add Dixie Peach Vodka, juice from lemon wedge, agave nectar, and ice into a blender, and blend until smooth. Serve in an old fashioned glass, top with sparkling wine or Champagne, and garnish with a fresh peach slice and sprig of mint.

Dixie Peach Tea

2 oz. Dixie Peach Vodka

6 oz. sweet tea

1 fresh peach slice

1 lemon wheel

Fill a mason jar with ice, and add Dixie Peach Vodka and sweet tea. Garnish with peach slice and lemon wheel.

Practice What You Peach

2 oz. Dixie Peach Vodka

2 oz. lemonade (pro tip: use Chick-fil-A lemonade — there’s nothing better!)

2 oz. sweet tea

1 fresh peach slice

1 sprig of mint

Fill a mason jar with ice, and add Dixie Peach Vodka, lemonade, and sweet tea. Garnish with peach slice and sprig of mint.

Peach on the Beach

2 oz. Dixie Peach Vodka

2 oz. orange juice

2 oz. pineapple juice

1 lemon wedge

0.25 oz. PAMA (or grenadine)

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add all ingredients except PAMA or grenadine. Shake vigorously. In a Champagne glass or coupe, pour PAMA or grenadine, and strain cocktail on top (pineapple juice will make foam on top of the cocktail, with grenadine on bottom, the cocktail will be layered).

Southern Sangria

1 c. Dixie Peach Vodka

1 bottle dry white wine

Various fresh fruit/herbs (peaches slices, lemon wheels, lime wheels, orange wheels, blackberries, mint leaves)

Combine all ingredients in pitcher. Allow to sit for at least one hour before serving. Serve over ice with fruit from pitcher.

Peach Collins

1.5 oz. Dixie Peach Vodka

0.5 oz. lemon juice*

0.5 oz. simple syrup*

Soda water

1 peach slice

1 lemon wheel

In a Collins glass with ice, combine Dixie Peach Vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup, and top with soda water. Garnish with peach slice and lemon wheel.

*Can substitute sour mix for lemon juice and simple syrup.

Please drink responsibly and DO NOT drink and drive.

DIY Pencil Vase

This cute vase is made out of pencils and would be a perfect addition for any office.  It would also make an excellent gift for a school teacher! 

Materials Needed:

• Glass Cylinder Vase
• 2 Packages of Pencils, unsharpened
• Glue Gun
• Ribbon, if desired

Directions:

• Wash and dry your pencils.
• Using a clean, dry rag, quickly dust off your pencils so they will stick to the vase better.
• Put two dots of glue on your pencil and place it on the vase with the eraser side up.  Be sure to place it straight, as this will be your guide for the rest of the vase.

• Using two dots of glue on each pencil, place the rest of the pencils around the entire vase.
• If you do not have enough room for the last pencil, use a piece of sandpaper or a pocket knife to shave off a bit of the pencil on each side until it fits in the space available.

• Add a thick rim of glue around the inside of the erasers at the top for extra strength.

• Glue a thick rim on the bottom of the pencils to prevent scratching and lead marks.

• Let dry and add a ribbon, if desired.
• Place flowers in your vase and gift away!

Santa Clothes

Thanks to Santa Clothes for providing this item for our Holiday Gift Guide.



In 1966,  the parents of Kevin Piece had their hands full during the chaotic holiday season, with 5 kids asking, “How many more days?” over and over. Their solution? A family tradition that they have kept for nearly 50 years. A handmade Santa doll became their countdown calendar. With items of clothing strung across the fireplace mantel, every evening after dinner, one of the kids would take a turn dressing Santa. One night it might be a sock, a belt or his jacket. 



The number of items left told them exactly how many more days until Santa visited their house. The tradition continued, even after they all grew up and moved out. Every December, Santa waited for them in his sleigh by the fireplace, and every December when they visited, they continued to take turns getting him dressed. When the grandkids arrived, they became part of the family tradition. In 2017, Kevin made one for his own family, and once he saw him next to the fireplace and the smiles of joy and wonder on his daughters’ faces, he knew it was time to share this wonderful tradition with the rest of the world. Staying true to his parents’ vision, Santa’s friendly spirit shines through in this new design. Give him a hug and help him get ready for the big day! He’ll appreciate it and your family will too.

Savvy Social

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Myrtle Beach

Vacation Myrtle Beach is Giving Away an Oceanfront Condo, valued at nearly $100,000 (or $50,000 CASH, winner's choice)!!! One lucky winner will own this condo (this is not a timeshare).

Win this beautiful Oceanfront Condo and Change Your Life! Vacation Myrtle Beach, one of the largest providers of family vacation accommodations in Myrtle Beach, SC, is pleased to announce the launch of The Great Myrtle Beach Condo Giveaway contest, which features the grand prize of a furnished oceanfront condo at The Caravelle Resort located in Myrtle Beach, SC, valued at nearly $100,000 (or $50,000 CASH, winner's choice)!!! One lucky winner will own this condo (this is not a timeshare). Other lucky winners will receive a 7-night stay or a 3-night stay at one of Vacation Myrtle Beach's oceanfront properties.

The newly renovated, oceanfront efficiency condo offers room for up to four guests and includes a fully-equipped kitchen. In addition to its prime Myrtle Beach location, the resort provides convenient access to all of the area's major attractions, restaurants, and things to do. Families and couples enjoy a wide variety of on-site amenities including an indoor pool, a block-long poolscape complete with a large pool, whirlpool, lazy river, kiddie lazy river, kids' pool, poolside bar, and plenty of relaxing deck options. In addition to everything you need for fun in the sun, the resort offers an array of dining options as well as an opportunity for rejuvenation and relaxation at its on-site spa.

The Great Myrtle Beach Condo Giveaway sweepstakes is now open for entries.

To enter or for Official Rules and more information about Vacation Myrtle Beach properties and deals, please here: https://woobox.com/hsfeoo?source=usfam

Enter for your chance to win a pair of KEEN shoes. ARV up to $250.

We have been invited to share this giveaway for KEEN shoes.  2 lucky readers will win a pair of shoes of their choice from the KEEN website.  It could be you!  Get those entries in!



Enter this giveaway for a free pair of KEEN shoes valued up to $250.  There will be TWO WINNERS! KEEN (our sponsor) will ship the prize to the winners. Each of the two winners of this giveaway will receive a promotional code that will allow them to choose one free pair of shoes of their choice (with free shipping included) from the KEEN website www.keenfootwear.com.  Choices may be made from the entire site (men, women or children's) with the exception of the Utility/Work Shoe line.  Please read our review on KEEN shoes HERE.  We are not responsible if the sponsor fails to deliver the prize. Come back daily for more entries!  This giveaway will end on August 23, 2019 at 12:00 AM Eastern.

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Once we have our confirmed winner(s), their first name(s) and last initial(s) will be announced here on the giveaway page.   Remember, the more entries you have, the higher your odds of winning becomes.  The more entry tasks you complete, the more entries you will have.  Good luck to all who enter!

This Giveaway is Sponsored by KEEN and hosted by Westman Reviews. 

Open to United States Residents ONLY.  Must be 18 or over to enter.  There will be 2 winners in this giveaway.  Each winner will receive a winning notification email and a promotional code good for one pair of shoes of their choice (excluding the utility/work shoe line) from the KEEN website (https://www.keenfootwear.com/).  Free shipping is included. 

No purchase necessary to enter.  Making a purchase will not increase your odds of winning.  Giveaway starts August 16, 2019 at 12:00 AM Eastern and ends August 23, 2019 at 12:00 AM Eastern. 

Westman Reviews, and any of the participating bloggers, are not responsible for the shipping of the prize.  That will be done by the sponsor.  Facebook and other social media platforms are not associated with this giveaway in any way.

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Air Warriors Mutator and Air Warriors Agitator are the unltimate Dart Blasters for your backyard Wars!

I received these products from Buzz Bee Toys for review.  The new Air Warriors Dart Blasters Mutator and Agitator have new innovative features that allow you to quickly change their form and function with fast and easy changes to their barrels.  They still have some serious blasting power of up to 100 feet, giving you a measure of safety when exchanging shots with an enemy.  These dart blasters can be found at Target stores nationwide. 

With the Air Warriors Mutator, you can change the barrel with unparalleled versatility of choosing distance or accuracy.  Set the distance for up to 100 feet, or use the PecisePro Darts for extreme accuracy.  Each Mutator comes 10 long distance darts, 10 PrecisePro darts and 2 clips.  Confidently aim and shoot at your target regardless of the distance of the shot.  The MSRP for the Mutator is $34.99 and it is recommended for ages 6 and up.

Hit your target every time with the Air Warriors Agitator.  This blaster is 3 feet long and it can hit a target from up to 100 feet away.  The handy flip clip will ensure that you don't run out of ammunition in the middle of a battle.  Each side of the clip holds 10 darts.  When one side is empty, simply flip it around and use the other side.  The barrel detaches so you can use it as a scope for even greater accuracy.  The Agitator comes with 20 long distance darts, barrel, scope mounting clips and a flip clip.  The MSRP is $19.99 and recommended for ages 6 and up. 

Swampbutt Underwear: Made especially for HOT people.

I received this underwear from Swampbutt for review.

Made from a blend of spandex and lycra, Swampbutt underwear wicks moisture away from your skin and dries quickly.  This helps control that dreaded condition known as "swampbutt".  The spandex allows them to stretch for a comfortable fit, yet retain their original shape when you take them off.

These underwear are great for kids returning to school,.  Especially for those who participate in sports.  The heat in the classrooms and during sports practice and games can make students sweat a lot.  This results in the notorious foul smelling locker rooms.  Swampbutt underwear will help control that.

Anyone can benefit from wearing these underwear.  Whether it's firefighters, factory workers, sports players, hikers or ANYONE!  If you sweat, you will love this product! 

Even the name of the underwear provides a service:  making you chuckle.  My kids laughed when I gave these underwear to my husband.  Right on the waistband it says, "Swampbutt - UNDERWEAR FOR HOT PEOPLE".  

The underwear is available in several different colors and they have t-shirts as well.  They currently only have men's underwear, but a line of women's underwear in development.  You can purchase Swampbutt Underwear directly from their website.    

Why You Need the Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Best Buy.

Are you in the market for a new dishwasher?  Well, I have the perfect one for you! The Bosch 800 Series from Best Buy has many great features.



It has Touch Control so you can program a cycle quickly. The new Bosch 800 Series dishwasher delivers a sparkling clean and dry with advanced PrecisionWash technology and patented CrystalDry technology. Patented CrystalDry technology transforms moisture into heat up to 176F for the ultimate dry, even for plastics.  With RackMatic® all your dishes fit all the time, every time. With 3 different height levels and up to 9 possible rack positions, you can customize each load for your needs. 

My last dishwasher leaked and ruined my floors.  This Bosch 800 series has 24/7 Aquastop® to protect you floors. This 4-part leak prevention system uses sensors to detect and stop leaks, and can even turn on by itself. I think this is such an important feature and it is what sold me on this dishwasher

With PrecisionWash, intelligent sensors continually scan and check the progress of dishes throughout the cycle, and powerful spray arms target every item of every load, for the ultimate clean. Large interior provides the loading flexibility to easily accommodate 16 place settings, and Bosch’s largest 3rd rack- the MyWay rack provides additional loading space for cereal bowls and large utensils.

When you are trying to entertain in your home, the dishwasher running is the last thing you want to hear. Bosch dishwashers are so quiet, you have to check the exterior Infolight® to know they’re on. They have a 42-dBA noise level rating.  You can start that load of dishes while your guests are still there and know your guests won't hear the dishwasher running.

There's nothing worse than going to load your dishwasher, only to have to reconfigure how you have the dishes placed. This Bosch 800 series has flexible third rack. It can accommodate the odd one out. You can load and unload your dishes smoothly with the EasyGlide™ rack. You can adjust and move the racks, even when they are full of dishes. The Bosch 800 Series is 24 inches wide, which is perfect for most any kitchen. 

Every Bosch dishwasher is ENERGY STAR qualified and meets or exceeds federal guidelines, for year-round energy savings


*Based on aggregate average drying performance of Bosch Dishwashers with CrystalDry on combined household load including plastics, glass, steel, and porcelain as compared to Bosch Dishwashers with PureDry.  Drying performance may vary by dish type.

The Secret Life of Pets 2

Thanks to our Friends at Click Communications for providing this DVD for our viewing please.  If you loved The Secret Life of Pets, then you must see The Secret Life of Pets 2.  Get ready for a great movie night with your family, The Secret Life of Pets 2 is perfect for any family. The perfect movie for everyone arrives home this summer with the irreverent yet heartfelt sequel to the blockbuster sensation in The Secret Life of Pets 2, debuting on Digital August 13, 2019 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray^™, DVD and On Demand August 27, 2019.  From Illumination, the studio that brought you the original Despicable Me, Minions and Sing franchises, the highly anticipated follow up to the hit animated film led by a star-studded comedic cast reunites all of our favorite Pets and their growing families in a new chapter that explores the deep bond between them and the humans that love them. The 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray^™, DVD and Digital versions of the film are packed with more than 90 minutes^* of bonus content only when you own, including two brand new, laugh-out-loud funny mini-movies - Super Gidget, featuring the film’s adorable Pomeranian Gidget and her best friend Max and Minion Scouts, starring everyone’s comical little helpers, the Minions. Additionally included are deleted scenes, DIY and drawing tutorials as well as a special interactive Captain Snowball Motion Comic allowing viewers to direct our boisterous bunny hero on his next move exclusive to the 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray^™ versions!  As the dog days of summer come to an end, join this endearing cast of four-legged friends for a quality movie night of family fun with the film that uniquely reminds us of why we love our own pets and what makes them so very special.


Check out more fun below!

Back to school essentials

Tom's of Maine has all your back to school essentials for your oral hygiene. From great tasting toothpaste that your kids will love, to deodorant so they smell great all day!  What is your favorite product? 

Do you know the Silly Brushing Song?  Since we are huge fans of Laurie Berkner, my son sings this all the time!   It helps with the time it takes to brush your teeth and is especially helpful since my son is on the autism spectrum and has sensitivities to brushing.

Thanks to Tom's of Maine for all of these products.

Silly Strawberry Toothpaste Need a little help getting back into a steady school year routine? Consider a trusted and great-tasting natural toothpaste. Tom’s of Maine Silly Strawberry is the #1 natural kids toothpaste made with delicious real fruit flavor that kids love – and with no artificial flavors, dyes, sweeteners…or sparkles. Available in fluoride (ADA-accepted) and fluoride-free. For little ones who need a little extra motivation, try turning on the “Silly Brushing Song,” created with legendary children’s singer Laurie Berkner, to help kids brush for the full two minutes.
Silly Strawberry Mouthwash Tom's of Maine is silly excited to introduce its NEW Silly Strawberry Kids Mouthwash as the perfect complement to its popular Silly Strawberry Toothpaste. With no artificial dyes, flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives, the mouthwash freshens breath and provides cavity protection for a healthy smile. Featuring the great-tasting Silly Strawberry flavor kids love, the mouthwash is a welcome addition to any kid’s brushing routine, no battles, bargaining or bribes required!
Wicked Cool! Toothpaste For the child who is ready to move beyond fruit or bubblegum flavors, Tom’s of Maine has a wicked cooloption. The mild mint of Wicked Cool! fluoride toothpaste is perfect for kids who want to try a minty fresh toothpaste, but don't like the strong flavors in many adult toothpastes. Wicked Cool! strengthens enamel and freshens breath, plus it is ADA-accepted to help prevent cavities.
Wicked Cool! Deodorant As tween parents know, there comes a time when their child wants (or needs!) to start using deodorant. Tom’s of Maine offers a solution: a natural deodorant designed just for kids, when they’re ready, with no aluminum, parabens or artificial fragrances. Tom’s of Maine Wicked Cool! Deodorants provide 24-hour odor protection with 100% naturally-derived ingredients and use natural fragrances – available in Freestyle for boys and Summer Funfor girls.

The Beatles Hoodie

Do you love The Beatles as much as I do?  I was thrilled to get this retro hoodie from TvStoreOnline.com  This hoodie is a must for any Beatles fan.  I recently discovered my 17 year old son likes The Beatles , so this hoodie is perfect for him.  I cannot wait for cooler nights and fall festivals, so he can wear it.  I like that it is a zip up hoodie.  I prefer that to the pull on hoodies. It has The Beatles logo in white on a black hoodie.  This hoodie is very thick and soft. I may have to borrow it from my son from time to time.

One of my lucky readers is going to win this hoodie worth $50. Please enter the Rafflecopter form below.


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Store your pencils in style with these adorable pencil cases from Skrible!

These products were given to me for review by Skrible.  They are available for purchase on the Skrible website for a suggested retail price of $19.99 for the single zippered compartment cases and $25.99 for the double zippered compartment cases.

These pencil cases from Skrible are the coolest thing!  They are available in several designs with cool graphics and colors.  They will hold your pencils securely and in style.  One of these cases will make you the envy of your class, all of your friends will want one of their own when they see yours. There is plenty of room inside for everything you need:  pens, pencils, paper, highlighters, protractor and much more.  Nothing can fall out because they are held securely closed with a zipper.

These cases have a Polyurethane outer cover and a polyester lining.  They are available in two sizes, the single zippered compartment cases have two elastic mesh compartments and 6 pen slots to keep everything organized.  Choose one with a cool graphic on the front, or one with a camouflage design in pink or blue.  

The double zippered compartment cases are available in the camouflage design in pink or blue.  The front zippered compartment is almost identical to the single zippered compartment, with two elastic mesh compartments and 6 pen slots.  The back zippered compartment mesh pocket and also an inner zippered pouch to securely hold a variety of small items such as pencil lead, erasers, etc.

These cases would make a wonderful addition to your back to school gear.  They are also a great gift idea for a child or teen.  I'm an adult and even I love them!