Monday, January 30, 2017

Get Organized with Airtight, Lightproof Infinity Jars!

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

We are all about getting organized and Infinity Jars has a great line of containers to help!  Infinity Jars' light optimization give it a clear advantage over amber and clear glass jars when put to the test against each other, not to mention, they are gorgeous!


We reviewed 3 different jars, one for the kitchen, one for the bedroom and one for the bathroom.


The 10 ml glass roller applicator bottle is perfect for filling with your favorite essential oil.  It's portable enough to carry with you wherever you go and the glass roller helps the oil to glide on smoothly.   Rather than a plastic roller ball, which eventually will corrode and melt after sustained contact with volatile essential oils and scents, the glass roller applicator this bottle is equipped with will last. The real knockout punch lies with the advanced ultraviolet glass that the bottle is manufactured with. This glass prevents visible light from entering and damaging the goods inside. Not only that, but it also allows in UV and infrared light, which are both shown to have cleansing and rejuvenating effects.


The 50 ml glass fine mist spray bottle is my go-to for room and linen spray.  I mix lavender essential oil with water and keep this bottle on the nightstand.  It's great for creating a relaxing atmosphere conducive for sleeping :)  You could also use it to store DIY surface cleaner or anything else you would use a fine spray bottle for.  This bottle is scientifically designed to protect your precious liquids for 6+ months. Regular glass will let in visible light which will over time cause the contents of the bottle to spoil. Ultraviolet glass stops visible light before it enters the bottle and instead lets in ultraviolet light and infrared light. UV glass harnesses these two unique wavelengths of light to improve your products with gentle sanitation and high energy.


The 750 ml square glass bottle with oil spout works great for olive oil.  We use olive oil a lot while cooking and keep the bottle handy by the stove top.  Not only is this bottle elegantly stylish, but it keeps our oil tasting fresher longer since it protects the contents for damaging sunlight.  This bottle truly has it all: gorgeous exterior, airtight and leak proof screw top lid, easy to use pour spout, and high tech Ultraviolet Glass. 

Each bottle from Infinity Jars comes with 2 labels, great for getting things organized!


Infinity Jars has tons of jars and bottles for every room of the house...so many beautiful storage solutions that will preserve your liquids and save you money in the long run!


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.

Friday, January 27, 2017

Best of Raffi CD Available Feb 10 + Giveaway!

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  Some information in this post may have been provided by the sponsor, however all opinions are ours and ours alone**

Rounder Records is thrilled to announce the forthcoming release of Best Of Raffi, a career-spanning collection, celebrating 40 years of hits from the legendary children’s entertainer.


Thursday, January 26, 2017

Crazy Cups January Flavor: Valentine Day Crazy Cups Hot Chocolate Single Serve Cups Gift Box, 20 ct

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

As an ambassador for Crazy Cups, I get to review a different flavor of single serve coffee cups each month.  The review for January is the Valentine Day Crazy Cups Hot Chocolate Single Serve Cups Gift Box, 20 ct:


Crazy Cups are single serve cups that contain 13 grams of coffee in each cup for a flavorful cup of coffee.  They are compatible with all Keurig K Cups® Pods brewers and other single serve machines as well.   We use an iCoffee brewer and they fit perfectly.  Crazy Cups are gluten-free, nut-free, and contain no calories.  The cups use cool-peel-recycle technology, making them recyclable after use.  We peel ours back once they're cool, toss the grounds into our compost bin and recycle the cups, easy peasy and eco-friendly.


Contains 8 delicious flavors:
Dulce De Leche -2 
Peppermint Patty - 3
Caramelized Banana Split - 2
Peanut Butter in a Cup - 3 
Irish Cream Cheesecake - 2
Salted Caramel Fudge - 3
Molten Chocolate Souffle - 2
Red Velvet Revolution Latte - 2

Our thoughts:
What a fun change up!  The kiddos got to participate in this Crazy Cups review and couldn't have been  more excited.  Crazy Cups hot chocolate is rich and creamy with just the right amount of sweetness.  This sampler is a great way to get to try out some really awesome flavors!  I honestly couldn't pick a favorite, they were all so good :)  Even though we don't really get true winter weather here on the Texas coast, we love a good cup of hot chocolate and this Crazy Cups sampler really fit the bill!  It would make a terrific Valentine's Day gift idea!



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.

BFree Gluten Free Breads at H-E-B!

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

Guess what?  There is a new bread line from BFree Foods now rolling out to H-E-B stores in Texas!



Here are a few things that make BFree’s gluten-free breads deliciously different:
·         High-quality, non-GMO ingredients
·         Allergen-friendly and vegan
·         Low-cal, high-fiber, low-fat
·         Excellent nutrition and taste
·         No wheat, dairy, eggs, nuts or soy


BFree was developed to bring tasty, good for you & non GMO breads to the market.


BFree offers several varieties of bread, bagels, rolls, wraps, pitas, buns and more.  They've got you covered in the gf bread department:)  



If you eat a gluten-free diet, you should definitely check out all of the great products BFree has to offer!


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.

Thursday, January 19, 2017

Chewy.com January Pick: Blue Buffalo Healthy Starts Southwest Skillet with Beef & Egg

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

Chewy.com is your one-stop shop for all things cat and dog!  One of the fantastic products you can find at Chewy.com is from Blue Buffalo:



We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the day. That's why Blue Buffalo created Healthy Starts, featuring tender bites of beef and real eggs. These savory, single-serving meals are complete and balanced, plus they're packed with the protein to help jump-start your furry friend's day. Plus, they are made with delicious ingredients that dogs just can't resist!

I love that these handy little tubs offer a balanced meal and include Vitamin B12 to naturally boost energy and improve gastrointestinal function.  Jessie absolutely loves the Beef and Egg variety.  It's a great treat for her morning meal:)

You can find Blue Buffalo Healthy Starts Southwest Skillet with Beef & Egg Grain-Free Wet Dog Food at Chewy.com for $14.87 for a case of 12, 3 oz tubs.



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.

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Chewy.com January Pick:True Chews Premium Grillers with Real Steak Dog Treats

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

Chewy.com is your one-stop shop for all things cat and dog!  One of the fantastic products you can find at Chewy.com is from True Chews:


Share the fresh-off-the-grill taste you love with your true friend. Give your dog True Chews Premium Grillers Dog Treats Made with Real Sirloin Steak. 


These tender, 100% natural steak griller treats are made in America with USA-sourced beef. They contain no corn, wheat or soy, no animal by-products and no artificial flavors or preservatives.


Jessie loves these Grillers!  I love that they are naturally, USA-sourced using REAL beef.  It's a win-win!

You can find True Chews Premium Grillers with Real Steak Dog Treats at Chewy.com for $10.49 for a 12 oz bag.

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.

Monday, January 16, 2017

Get Young Eaters Excited About Mealtime with Marcus & Marcus Dishes!

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

Do you have a little one who is ready for table food?  A great way to gt them excited about eating what the rest of the family is eating is by giving them their own special set of dishes.  Marcus & Marcus has an adorable set of safe, eco-friendly dishes that are sure to make your little one smile!


The Marcus & Marcus' animal themed 5PC Bamboo Fiber Dining Set is made of food grade bamboo.  This set is colorful, durable and designed for small hands. Each item in the set is biodegradable, heat resistant and top-rack dishwasher safe.  The set includes a divided plate, a bowl, a cup, a fork and a spoon and is great for kiddos ages 6 months and up.  

Meal time just got a lot more fun! 

You can find this fun Marcus & Marcus dish set 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.

Friday, January 13, 2017

Get Your Kiddo's Sleep Schedule Back on Track with Claessen's Kid'Sleep Trainer Moon!

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Do you struggle to keep your little one's in bed all night?  Claessens' Kids Kid'Sleep Moon might be just what you need to help them (and you!) get a full night's sleep!


This fun and colorful sleep trainer is designed to teach babies and young children how to self-regulate their sleeping patterns.  It's clever deign lets them know when it's time to get out of bed and when it's not based on if the sleeping or awake animal is illuminated. 


The Kid'Sleep moon offers the smart sunset "go to sleep" function and the smart moonset "wake up process", which gives kids a 10 minute warning for sleep time and get up time.  There are 3 settings for nighttime, nap and weekend, 4 choices of alarm sounds (or the choice of no alarm), and 4 levels of brightness to choose from.  


It is simple to understand too!  If the sleeping character’s picture is lit and you see the moon, stay in bed and sleep awhile longer.  At the time chosen by parents, the sun rises and the sleeping character is lit, it is okay to get up.  It also comes with four different lullabies to give little ones (and parents) sweet dreams all night long. What a great tool for Moms and Dads of (way too) early risers!  The Sleep Moon really is a cute and clever way to encourage a good night's sleep for the whole family.

You can find the Kid'Sleep Moon 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.

Thursday, January 12, 2017

BookCase.Club: Monthly Subscription Box for Book Lovers! January Edition

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Maybe it's the teacher in me, but I am a believer that if you provide a fun assortment of engaging books to your young readers (and listeners:) you are instilling a love for reading early on.

BookCase.Club helps you do just that!


BookCase.Club is a one-stop monthly subscription service for book lovers of all ages. Each case contains handpicked books based on your preferred genre.  There are six monthly categories and two quarterly categories to choose from: Paranormal Romance, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Young Adult, Mystery/Thriller, Children’s, Romance, Military History and Cookbooks.  The Children's category recently got a lot more exciting!  It has been turned into Bookcase.Club Kids and the categories have gotten a lot more specific.  More about that at the end of this post:)

Here is an example of a Bookcase.Club Kids box:


Take a look at our fun books:





As you can see, our box included four really great hardback books that my kiddos loved!

We also received a cute little January-themed activity page with our books:


The new division of Bookcase.Club is Bookcase.Club Kids.  Each #BCCKids case comes with three handpicked children's books, chosen to ignite the imagination and inspire creativity.   Bookcase.Club Kids is broken down into 5 sub categories based on age: Newborn-2 years, 2-4 years, 4-6 years, 7-8 years and Pre-Teen.  We are super excited to try out these fun new categories in the months to come:)

A subscription to BookCase.Club starts at $9.99 + $5.00 s/h per month which is a pretty good deal for books specifically curated to your interests.  Plus, each month, BookCase Club partners with Books For Keeps, and donates one children's book for every active subscription.  Books For Keeps aims to place books in the hands of children who are least likely to have access. This program gives 12 books to every child served just in time for summer. The goal: to keep up their reading achievement outside of school.  

BookCase.Club is definitely our favorite book subscription service...we've never been disappointed by the quality of the books we receive:)   



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.

Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Troll-Themed Hair Accessories from Goody!

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

You know what time it is? Hug time!!  You've seen Trolls right?  It is such an adorably cute movie with an all-star cast that is sure to getting you singing and dancing along...I speak from experience:)


I'm not the only one with Troll fever though.  One of our favorite hair accessory brands is getting in on the fun too!  From clips to brushes, every day can be a Troll-tastic day with Goody’s Trolls Hair Collection! Check out these awesome accessories:

  





10 year old A is in love with this collection and her review is below:
"The brush is awesome with tangles. The headwrap is perfection. The clips are cool. The hair elastics are spectacular :)"


Short and sweet...gotta love that girl:)  These really are cute and if you have a Troll fan at your house, they are sure to enjoy showing off their Troll style with these fun goodies !


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.



Children's Book Series Review: Tales of Sasha- Books 1 and 2

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little bee books has some big news! They just released a brand new chapter books series called Tales of Sasha. Perfect for fans of My Little Pony, Tales of Sasha stars Sasha, a little horse with a BIG secret and her best friend Wyatt as they embark on a magical journey to learn about Sasha’s past.



The first two books in the Tales of Sasha series were published on January 3. In Tales of Sasha: The Big Secret, readers are introduced to Sasha and Wyatt, kindhearted and spirited young horses that live in Verdant Valley. Sasha has always felt a bit different than the other horses. For starters, she looks nothing like her two older sisters, who are black and brown while Sasha is pale gray—except for a small white patch on her back. Whenever Sasha’s patch begins to itch and sparkle, she is overwhelmed by the urge to soar. When she tells her parents how she feels they confess that they found Sasha wrapped in a golden blanket years ago with a note that read “Please keep Sasha safe until we can see her again”. Sasha is shocked and decides to go on a quest to find her birth parents and takes Wyatt along on the adventure where they soon discover that she is no ordinary horse.

Book Two, Tales of Sasha: Journey Beyond the Trees chronicles the quest that Sasha and Wyatt embark on to solve the mysteries of Sasha’s past, leading them beyond the Verdant Valley and into the forest. Will Sasha learn where she came from and meet horses that are just like her?


With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, little bee chapter books are perfect for beginning readers age 6-8.


A, who is 10, loved these two books!  Her review is below:

"Tales of Sasha books are easy to read and they are funny! I would recommend these books to girls ages 6 and up.  If you like horses and fairy tales, these books are for you!"

Based on the first two books, we think this series promises to be a good one.  
In March little bee books will be releasing another chapter book series called Ella and Owen, starring twin dragons who couldn’t be less alike, and we can't wait!


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.

Tuesday, January 10, 2017

BookCase.Club Subscription Box for Book Lovers! December Edition

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

What better gift is there than great books that prove reading is fun and encourage making reading a habit at a young age?  Maybe it's the teacher in me, but I am a believer that if you provide a fun assortment of engaging books to your young readers (and listeners:) you are instilling a love for reading early on!

Enter BookCase.Club:


BookCase.Club is a one-stop monthly subscription service for book lovers of all ages. Each case contains handpicked books based on your preferred genre.  There are six monthly categories and two quarterly categories to choose from: Paranormal Romance, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Young Adult, Mystery/Thriller, Children’s, Romance, Military History and Cookbooks.  The Children's category recently got a lot more exciting!  It has been turned into Bookcase.Club Kids and the categories have gotten a lot more specific.  More about that at the end of this post:)

Here is a sampling of the books you can find in a children's Bookcase.Club box: 






As you can see, you might find paperback, hardback or board books, depending on the month, but all will be fun for reading with your child:)

You will also receive a cute little seasonally-themed activity page with your books:


The new division of Bookcase.Club is Bookcase.Club Kids.  Each #BCCKids case comes with three handpicked children's books, chosen to ignite the imagination and inspire creativity.   Bookcase.Club Kids is broken down into 5 sub categories based on age: Newborn-2 years, 2-4 years, 4-6 years, 7-8 years and Pre-Teen.  We are super excited to try out these fun new categories in the months to come:)

A subscription to BookCase.Club starts at $9.99 + $5.00 s/h per month which is a pretty good deal for books specifically curated to your interests.  Plus, each month, BookCase Club partners with Books For Keeps, and donates one children's book for every active subscription.  Books For Keeps aims to place books in the hands of children who are least likely to have access. This program gives 12 books to every child served just in time for summer. The goal: to keep up their reading achievement outside of school.

BookCase.Club is definitely our favorite book subscription service...we've never been disappointed by the quality of the books we receive:)  



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.

Sunday, January 8, 2017

Loved + Blessed: A Christian Faith-Based Subscription Box! January Edition

**Complimentary products received in exchange for our honest review.  All opinions are ours and ours alone**

We recently had the chance to review the January box from Loved + Blessed:


Loved + Blessed is a Christian faith-based subscription box service that delivers a box of encouragement right to your door each month.


Each box revolves around a central theme and comes with a mini poster, a sticker, a purse-sized scripture card and a gift.

The theme for the January box was Cultivating Contentment:


The scripture card this month featured Phillipians 4:11-12: "I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want."


There was also an encouragement kit to share with a friend.


The special gifts for January were a notebook with a ribbon (to be cut into "You are loved and blessed" strips and shared with others:) and a bookmark with the lyrics to the beloved hymn, "It Is Well."


I definitely think there is room for Loved + Blessed in the subscription box market and I love that their mission is to deliver encouraging products that support a fantastic message!

If that wasn't enough, Loved + Blessed gives a portion of the proceeds of each box sold to Union Rescue Mission, a charity that offers hope and healing to the homeless.  What an amazing cause!

For just $15.99/month + $4 shipping & handling in the US, you can get your Loved + Blessed box or gift someone else with this monthly dose of encouragement today!





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.