Holiday Gift Idea: Lucky Tackle Box Subscription + Giveaway! #HGG

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Lucky Tackle Box is an affordable gift idea for any fishing enthusiast!

They are the #1 monthly fishing tackle subscription online.Lucky Tackle Box delivers monthly fishing tackle boxes jam-packed with new lures and baits from the best brands in the industry. Shipping is free if you are in the US. LTB includes items that are full-size and ready to use right away.

If you're looking to fish with the products that professional anglers use to catch big fish, then Lucky Tackle Box is the only monthly subscription box you'll ever want.  There are three different boxes to choose from: Bass Box, Inshore Saltwater Box and Panfishing Box.

Most of the fishing we do on the Texas coast is saltwater, either inshore or offshore, so we choose to review the inshore saltwater box. 

About the Inshore Saltwater Box:

If you’re going fishing in saltwater, you can’t just use any old hooks and lures. That stuff needs to be able to resist corrosion from the salt. All of the tackle LTB offers in the monthly saltwater tackle boxes is designed with stainless steel or anodized aluminum components to effectively resist the effects of saltwater corrosion.

Let's take a look at the goodies!

Yo-Zuro Crystal 3D Shrimp, $14.99

B loves these lures!  They always produce great results, so he was super excited to see this one included in the box!

Mustad In-Line Circle Hooks, $2.99

This is the same pack of dependable hooks we usually buy right down to the size, so another awesome find in our box!

BoneHead Tackle Jigging Slab, $2.89

Not something we'd typically use, but cool nonetheless:)

K&E Stopper Lures Rigged Jig Heads, $3.99

These cool grubs have already produced some great results!

Mann's Bait Company Hardnose 6" Jerkbait, $6.00

A fantastic jerkbait to add to the collection, the perfect size for inshore fishing!

Our box also included a Fishound magazine, an LTB sticker and a detailed listing of the featured products.

Our box contained over $30 in products, which makes it a great value!

Pricing for the Inshore Saltwater Box:

Monthly ($19) 3 Month($18) 6 Month($17) 12 Month($16)

Bass and Panfishing Boxes range between  $14 and $15

A Lucky Tackle Box subscription is sure to please the fishing enthusiast on your gift giving list!

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Holiday Gift Idea: juDanzy Leg Warmers and Tights + Giveaway! #HGG

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Do you have a young fashionista on your shopping list?  juDanzy has a huge selection of tights, leggings, accessories and more that are sure to please even the tiniest of divas!

We treid out 2 sets of one-size legwarmers and a pair of footless tights for 9 year old A.

These hot pink rouched leg warmers are a must have fashion accessory!  

This lavender and black zebra design adds a modern touch to the traditional palette. Perfect for showing off every girl's wild side, these leg warmers are a must have.

The legwarmers can fit tiny tots and big girls alike and can be worn in a variety of ways.  A is in love with hers!!

Our fun footless tights are extremely versatile and will add a fancy little twist to every little girl's wardrobe.

Every little girl should have this traditionally stylish solid black pair of footless tights in her wardrobe.  

These tights are super comfy and a lot like leggings, but a little thinner.  Great for layering with dresses and skirts when the weather is cooler. The tripled ruffled cuffs are absolutely adorable and add flare to any outfit!

juDanzy is an awesome shop for adorable accessories for babies, toddlers and bigger girls too!  Plus, standard shipping is free to the US!  Legwarmers and tights make great stocking stuffers:)

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Holiday Gift Idea: Holiday Meals for Pups from Evangers! #HGG

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Another wonderful idea for dogs, Evanger's gourmet canned foods are great for stuffing in a stocking!

About Evanger's:

All Evanger's foods are made with completely human-grade, highly palatable and nutritious foods that will satisfy even the most finicky eater. With no soy, corn, wheat, artificial ingredients, harmful additives, preservatives or by-products, Evanger's canned meals make an excellent mixer to their dry foods. Not only do they offer your pet a variety in taste, our gourmet dinners offer the additional nutritional benefits your pet needs. Natural Vitamins and minerals are blended with the all-natural meats for ultimate nutrition that are completely balanced meals for all life stages, ages, and breeds.

Evanger's canned foods are hand-packed and include whole, pure meats and fresh vegetables without any additives or by products. 

They also offer several varieties of dry food, treats and supplements, making them a dependable, one-stop shop for quality pet food!

Jessie was a HUGE fan of the canned meals Evanger's sent her for review and she really enjoy them mixed with a bit of dry Evanger's food.

Treat you pet with a delicious, natural meal this holiday with Evanger's!

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Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Allergen-Free Halloween Treats from Enjoy Life!

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In honor of FARE’s Teal Pumpkin Project that’s bringing awareness to food allergies this Halloween, Enjoy Life Foods, the leading brand in the free-from category, has asked us to share with our lovely readers about some great-tasting allergy friendly snacks this Halloween season. 

FARE’s Teal Pumpkin Project promotes the inclusion of all trick-or-treaters by raising awareness of food allergies commonly found amongst popular Halloween candy. By placing a teal pumpkin at one’s home indicates that the household has non-food or allergy friendly treats available.  Enjoy Life Foods provides you with deliciously safe, better-for-you allergy-friendly products that take the worry out of snacking – like Grab & Go Crunchy Cookies available in Chocolate Chip, Double Chocolate, Vanilla Honey Graham and Sugar Crisp for the perfect Halloween treat!

We will have our adorable teal pumpkin and a bucket full of delicious allergen-free treats that all the little ghosts and goblins are sure to enjoy on our porch this Halloween thanks to Enjoy Life! 

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Mrs. Freshley's Semi-Homemade Halloween Treats

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It's that time folks!  Halloween is just a few days away!  Creating Pinterest-worthy desserts to wow trick-or-treaters does not have to break the bank. Mrs. Freshley's has created some recipes that are the perfect combination of taste and presentation for upcoming Halloween celebrations.

Each of these recipes are no-bake and utilize Mrs. Freshley's delicious treats with a few extra ingredients to create ghoulish goodies that are sure to have guests begging for the recipe -- not to mention pondering if the host moonlights as a food stylist.

Batty Pops

Ingredients

-Mrs. Freshley’s Peanut Butter Swiss Rolls

-Popsicle sticks

-Wax Paper

-1 pkg chocolate candy bark / candy melts

-Piping bag

-Large Yogurt Chips

-Toothpicks

Directions

-Insert one popsicle stick in each of the Peanut Butter Swiss Rolls and place in the freeze to harden.

-Draw a stencil of the wing shape on a piece of wax paper; be sure to make the wings wide enough to accommodate the Swiss Roll.

-Melt a portion of the chocolate candy bark or melts and pour into a piping back with a small tip.

-Pipe out the outline of the bat wings. In the center of the wings pipe a chocolate rectangle approximately the size of the Swiss Roll.

-Place the Swiss roll on the chocolate rectangle and put in freezer to harden (3-5 minutes).

-Remove bats from freezer, use a little chocolate to place the large yogurt chips on the bat for eyes, put the pointed side of the chip into the Swiss Rolls. Use a toothpick and chocolate candy bark to apply pupils on the flat side of the yogurt chips to finish the eyes.

-Use the chocolate candy bark to pipe the mouth and fangs.

-Allow the bat pops to set and then serve.

Pumpkin Bells

Ingredients

-Mrs. Freshley’s Chocolate Bells

-Vanilla Frosting

-Orange food coloring (or red and yellow food coloring)

-Confectioners’ sugar

-Orange decorating sugar or sprinkles

-Green licorice pieces

Directions

-Turn the Chocolate Bells with the larger side facing up.

-Mix the vanilla frosting with orange food coloring (or red and yellow) until it reaches the desired hue.

-Next, mix in a small amount of confectioners’ sugar to frosting mixture to make the frosting fluffy so it easily holds its shape.

-Apply the frosting onto the Chocolate Bells, with more frosting towards the center making a pumpkin shape.

-Roll the icing pumpkin in the orange decorating sugar or sprinkles until fully covered.

-Use a toothpick to draw lines in the pumpkin, making textured sections.

-Cut a two-inch section of the green licorice and insert in the top of the pumpkin making the stem and use smaller pieces of the licorice to make the pumpkin’s vines.

So there ya go!  Halloween made easy thanks to Mrs. Freshley's:)  Enjoy!

Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Holiday Gift Idea: My Fair Lady 50th Anniversary Edition #HGG

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Here is a great idea for the movie buff on your gift giving list: My Fair Lady 50th Anniversary Edition!

Experience one of the greatest movie musicals in cinematic history like never before as the eight-time Oscar® winning film arrives in a newly restored, high-definition collection, MY FAIR LADY: 50th ANNIVERSARY EDITION, from CBS Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Media Distribution. The release arrives just in time for the holidays on October 27 as a Blu-ray + DVD Combo Pack, and features a brand new 4k restoration from an 8K scan of the original negative, and other surviving 65mm elements, painstakingly restored by acclaimed film historian and preservationist Robert A. Harris.

Adapted from the original Broadway hit and headlined by Hollywood legends

Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison, MY FAIR LADY: 50th ANNIVERSARY EDITION arrives in collectible packaging with an entire Blu-ray disc dedicated to 90 minutes of special features including a variety of original trailers and featurettes that were used in theaters to promote the feature film, as well as footage from the film’s Los Angeles and British premieres in 1964.

MY FAIR LADY: 50th ANNIVERSARY EDITION Blu-ray + DVD Combo Pack comes in collectible packaging with an entire Blu-ray disc dedicated to 90 minutes of special features including a variety of original trailers and featurettes that were used in theaters to promote the feature film, as well as footage from the film’s Los Angeles and British premieres in 1964.  The movie Blu-ray will be available in 1080p with English 7.1 96k Dolby TrueHD audio, French, Italian, German, Castilian Spanish and Japanese mono, along with English SDH, French, Italian, German, Castilian Spanish, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish and Danish subtitles. The special features on the Blu-ray will be available in various high definition or standard definition formats, English Stereo or Mono audio, and English SDH, French, Italian, German, Castilian Spanish, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish and Danish subtitles. The movie DVD will be available in standard definition, with English 5.1 Stereo Audio and English SDH. The collection is rated G and will be available for the suggested retail price of $42.99.   

This classic movie would make a great gift.  This version has been beautifully restored and includes so many bonus features!  You can find My Fair Lady 50th Anniversary Edition wherever you buy movies or on Amazon! 

Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Holiday Cooking with Progresso Cooking Stocks! #HGG

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Progresso is best known for it's delicious soups, but just in time for the Fall cooking season, foodies can enjoy sipping, cooking and experimenting with a high quality bone broth from the comfort of their own kitchen with Progresso Cooking Stocks!

 Progresso stocks come in three varieties, Vegetable, Chicken and Unsalted Chicken and re made by simmering real bones, flavorful vegetables and aromatic herbs to perfection.

These stocks are great to have on hand for all of those recipes that call for broth this Fall and Winter.  We typically make our own bone broths, but I must say these cooking stocks are the closest to homemade I've ever had in a pre-made form!  They have a rich flavor that really brings depth to soups, stews, sauces and gravies not to mention a plethera of other dishes (Thanksgiving dressing anyone?:)  They would be great for sipping on chilly winter days or to have on hand to ease congestion or sensitive tummies during cold and flu season.

Progresso Cooking Stocks can be found in the soup aisle at grocery stores nationwide. For inspiration, complete recipes, and tips to get you started, visit www.progresso.com/stocks or follow the conversation at Twitter.com/Progresso using #ProgressoEats.

Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Parragon Books October Pick: Professor Murphy Wooden Puzzle Set!

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Parragon is one of the largest illustrated non-fiction publishers in the world. From great selections of Disney, Barbie, Monster High, Ever After High, Discovery Kids, Dora, TMNT, Sponge Bob to in-house favorites including Little Learners, Pinkabella, Dino Supersaurus, Glitterbelle, Life Canvas, Love Food and more, they make books affordable and accessible to readers all around the globe.  They also feature several fun book kits for all ages.

This month we received the Professor Murphy Wooden Puzzle Set for review:

Do you have what it takes to crack the cube? This set includes a 12-Piece Wooden puzzle along with a Book of Big Challenges!

The kiddos love this fun puzzle/brain teaser set!  It is durable and has lots of different challenges to keep curious minds engaged for hours.  The Professor Murphy Wooden Puzzle Set would make a great gift idea or stocking stuffer for kiddos ages 8 and up.

Parragon Books is a great place for fun gifts like The Professor Murphy Wooden Puzzle Set.  With their amazing selection, there is definitely something for everyone at Parragon!

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Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Lee: The Anatomy of the Perfect Jean

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Now that it's officially Fall (here on the Texas coast that means that one day last week we barely broke 80 degrees:) it's time for my favorite season of the year, football season!  What makes the perfect tailgating jean this football season?  Lee has created this nifty infographic showing the anatomy of the perfect jean:

When you are tailgating, you need your jeans to be comfy and functional while remaining stylish at the same time.  Lee has got all of those bases covered!

My top pick for the perfect tailgating jean is the Platinum Label Curvy Theresa Bootcut Jean.

Platinum Label Curvy Theresa Bootcut Jean

Cut and sewn in a premium stretch denim with a unique crosshatch pattern, the Theresa is designed with spunky flap pockets and bold stitching throughout. Spice up a simple outfit with ease, and feel the difference of Lee's No-Gap waistband while doing it.

These jeans are lower rise and oh-so-comfy!  They have a nice stretch to them which is very flattering and I love the color.  They look great with heels, flats, boots and sneakers.

Pair the Theresa jeans with a tee and the lovely Blanket-Style Cardigan and you are good to go!

Blanket-Style Cardigan

There's no limit to where this flap-front cardigan can take you — from lunch with the girls to date night to a weekend away. The simple streamlined shape of the woven knit allows the colorful mix of stripes to take center stage.

This cardigan is soft, stretchy and fairly lightweight...great for tailgating or other outdoor Fall activities.  It's blues, purples and grays match perfectly with a pair of jeans and it looks great on!  It's also machine wash, which is a big bonus!

Both the Theresa Bootcut jeans and the Blanket-Style Cardigan from Lee are on my must-have list this Fall!

Shop Lee for all your Fall wardrobe needs!

Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Holiday Gift Idea: World Vision Gifts that Give Back + Giveaway! #HGG

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Since it began in 1996, the World Vision Gift Catalog has grown in popularity as a gift-giving alternative.  More than 250 items, ranging in price from $10 to $39,000, are available online and in the print catalog to help improve quality of life for women, children and families in the U.S. and around the world. When you give where it is needed most, you can receive handcrafted gifts that are perfect for holiday gift giving.

One of my favorite gift ideas from the World Vision Catalogue is the Balinese Multi-Strand Necklace.  This beautiful, draped beaded necklace is handmade by Balinese artisans in a project that helps children in Bali receive an education.  It is absolutely gorgeous!

We love gifts that give back:)   The best part about giving or receiving something from the World Vision Catalog is knowing you are helping someone in need.  The cool thing about World Vision is they tell you exactly what your purchase can provide and for whom.  Whether it is livestock, clean water, shelter or another basic need, you will know exactly how you are impacting a fellow human being's life.  Giving these gifts will definitely give you the warm fuzzies this holiday season!  

Buy It:

To order from World Vision’s Gift Catalog, visit www.worldvisiongifts.org or call 855-WV-GIFTS.

Get Connected:

Find the World Vision Facebook page at WorldVision and Twitter at @WorldVisionNews 

Holiday Gift Idea: Carnivore Club Subscription #HGG

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Here's a great gift idea for foodies: Carnivore Club!

About the club:

"Carnivore Club is the world’s first curated cured meat of the month club featuring artisans from around the world. Each month members receive an impressive faux-wood box filled with 4-6 handcrafted cured meats from top artisans. Like wine, the laborious craft of cured meats is an art form that requires the diligent pursuit of perfection through endless hours of trial and error...Carnivore Club celebrates the individual recipes of each cured meat savant, no two meats are alike even when similar in name.

Each month’s box is themed around one producer specializing in a particular style of cured meats: French Charcuterie, Italian Salumi, Spanish Chorizo, South African Biltong and Artisanal Jerky are but a few. Carnivore Club loves artisans that purchase ethically treated animals, employ humane slaughtering practices, use locally sourced ingredients and have a passion for making exceptional products. Carnivore Club is about “satisfying your inner carnivore” through the discovery of amazing cured meats and the story of their creators. Enjoy the journey!"

Our review box featured cured meats from Charlito’s Cocina.  The box included four different Charlito’s products: Chorizo Seco, Cerveza Seca, Trufa Seca, and Salami Picante.

Carnivore Club gives subscribers access to the best meats in the world.

Each month members receive an assortment of the finest handcrafted cured meats, from an artisan deserving of the opportunity to showcase their products. You can choose a membership configuration that suits your needs: monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly. Or you can choose to purchase a one month box to see how you like being a discerning member of Carnivore Club.  Boxes include a detailed pamphlet containing information on the company, each meat and pairing suggestions.

Boxes are $55 for a one-time order or $50 per month for a subscription.

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Use the code ABCD10 to get 10% off your order!

Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

RawSpiceBar Subscription Featuring Malaysian Spice Blends!

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Looking for a way out of a cooking rut?  Check out this cool subscription service that offers a monthly delivery of hand-picked spice blends to ignite your creativity in the kitchen...RawSpiceBar:

RawSpiceBar Features:

-Whole, High Quality Spices-

RawSpiceBar sources the highest quality and some of the most unique spices from around the world.

-Freshly Ground-

These spice blends are created by top chefs from around the world and expertly toasted, ground and blended for maximum flavor.

-Global Flavors-

They offer kitchen-tested recipes that take you around the world and offer endless ideas for integrating their spice blends into your home meals.

-Direct to Your Door-

The perfect amount of small batch spices, freshly ground. Buy spices direct to your door each month for only $6.

Kaffir Lime Blend

Sambal Oelek

Malaysian Laksa Spices

What's in the box:

-3 freshly ground spices & blends, enough to create 3 dishes serving 6-10 people

-Kitchen-tested recipes, plus additional recipes on the blog

-Origin & history of a new region every month

-Surprises like bonus spices, toasting tips, discounts and other fun stuff

Our Malaysian Spice Box included very generous portions of Kaffir Lime Blend, Malaysian Laksa Spices and Sambal Oelek, along with a full-color, front and back recipe card with some great ideas on how to use these blends.  Each pack was more than enough for one use for our family of four.  We love being creative in the kitchen, but storing tons of spices that may or may not get used before they lose their freshness is no fun.  I love that, with RawSpiceBar, we get to try new spices that are expertly blended to save me time and money in the kitchen.  RawSpiceBar let's you expand your taste bud's horizons without breaking the bank! 

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Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

PetGiftBox: A Subscription Box for Your Four-Legged Friends! October Edition

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Looking for a fun way to treat your furry friends and try out some great pet products?  Check out PetGiftBox:

PetGiftBox offers monthly subscription boxes for both dogs and cats.  They offer 3 dog boxes that cater to the size of your pup.  Our pup, Jessie, falls into the Hefty Hound category and she was super excited to receive their fun box of goodies! 

Our box was personalized with Jessie's name and contained several treats and toys themed for Halloween.

Playful Pumpkin Jack o' Lantern Squeaker Toy ($12.99) and Peek-a-Boo Toy ($8.99)

Ghost and Pumpkin Bark Bars ($4.99) and Pumpkin Smoocher's Drops ($10.99)

Halloween Boo-Dana ($5.99)

Another great month for PetGiftBox!

The total value of this box is over $43 which way surpasses the monthly cost of only $17.99!

Get your PetGiftBox today!  Use the code abcd-diaries to get 25% off your first box.  Your furry friends will thank you:)

Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.