BookCase.Club: Monthly Subscription Box for Book Lovers! August 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 the types of books you receive in a Bookcase.Club Kids box:

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

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.  The box we received includes titles from several age groups.  I loved that this month's box included fiction and non-fiction books.

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 variety and the quality of the books we receive:)   

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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.

Sea Band Mama! Helps Ease Morning Sickness! #MomsMeet

***I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links.***

If you’ve ever been pregnant before, chances are, you may have had to deal with bouts of nausea throughout your pregnancy. With Sea-Band Mama!, the leading brand in morning sickness relief, you can relieve your nausea in a safe and natural way. 

Sea Band Mama! Morning Sickness Relief Band

Sea-Band is a knitted elasticated wrist band, which operates by applying pressure on the Nei Kuan acupressure point on each wrist by means of a plastic stud. The bands can be worn on each wrist whenever you feel nauseous.  I love the beautiful color of these acupressure bands:)

Sea Band Mama! Ginger Lozenges with Folic Acid

Completely free from artificial colors and flavors, Sea-Band Mama! Ginger Lozenges have been specially formulated with natural Zingiber Officinale, which is full of the essential oils gingerol and shogaol that can help relieve morning sickness.  Great for morning or motion sickness with the added benefit of folic acid!

Sea Band Mama! Aromatherapy Rollette 

This smells amazing and contains lime, spearmint and ginger essential oils...works wonders for combating nausea when rubbed on the wrists or gently inhaled.  Never underestimate the power of aromatherapy!

While I've never tried Sea Band Mama Morning Sickness Relief products while pregnant, I have no doubt that they work wonderfully.  We have used original Sea Band bands for motion sickness and can vouch for their efficacy.  

They really do work thanks to the mysterious science behind acupressure.  The Anti-Nausea Lozenges are great too.  Any time we are going to be out on rough seas, we come prepared with our bands and ginger lozenges!

Where to purchase

Sea-Band Mama! is available to purchase at CVS pharmacy, Rite Aid, Walgreens, Walmart, Target, and many other drug stores and pharmacies. To find Sea-Band Mama! in your area, visit: sea-band.com/where-to-buy-in-the-usa for the full list of locations.

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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.

Chewy.com August Pick: Zignature Trout & Salmon Limited Ingredient Formula Grain-Free Canned Dog Food

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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 Zignature:

Zignature Trout & Salmon Limited Ingredient Formula Grain-Free Canned Dog Food

Dogs are carnivores by nature and do best on meat-based diets. Their teeth, digestive systems and behavior clearly confirm this fact. Zignature delivers a complete and balanced diet with meat as the first ingredient to provide great nutrition with the finest blends of meats, legumes, vegetables, fruits and oils available.

Both pups love Zignature canned food and the Trout & Salmon variety was a huge hit!  I love all of the naturally occurring protein, vitamins and minerals this canned food provides.  It's also allergy-friendly, which is a huge bonus.  Zignature canned food offers up the perfect balance of protein, fruits and veggies combined to make a delicious and nutritious dinner for your pup.

You can find Zignature Trout & Salmon Limited Ingredient Formula Grain-Free Canned Dog Food at Chewy.com.  A case of 12 13-oz cans is just $35.88

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.

Chewy.com August Pick: PetSafe Sportsmen Bouncy Bone Dog Toy

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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 PetSafe:

PetSafe Sportsmen Bouncy Bone Dog Toy

The PetSafe Sportsmen Bouncy Bone Dog Toy is three toys in one. Made from durable nylon and natural vanilla-scented rubber, this toy is a bone, rubber ball, and refillable treat-holder all in one great package. Designed to satisfy strong chewers, this bouncy bone promotes a longer lasting playtime. The included dental support treats help to clean teeth and freshen breath while your dog chews the day away, and the ends unscrew so rawhide treat rings can be replaced again and again. Even better, the bone and ball are dishwasher-safe to keep this toy clean and ready for the next playful adventure.

Jessie and Harley both love this treat toy!  I love that it's washable and a great way to help clean their teeth while playing.  Whether it has the rawhide treats on it or not, both dogs love playing with their Bouncy Bone.

You can find the PetSafe Bouncy Bone toy at Chewy.com for just $17.95

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.

Heat Holders Character Socks for the Whole Family!

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Just in time for the cooler fall weather, Heat Holders recently announced their newest product to date – Character Slipper Socks for the whole family!

First up, for Mom:

Mom can get cozy in Snoopy or Minnie Mouse Heat Holders!

For Dad:

Dad gets to choose from The Incredible Hulk, Minions, Storm Troopers, Darth Vader, Batman or Superman!

For Boys:

Boys have options from Star Wars, Minions, Spider Man or The Incredible Hulk!

Finally, for Girls:

Girls can channel their inner princess with Disney Princess, Frozen Olaf or Frozen Elsa/Anna!

Heat Holders are the warmest, coziest socks we've ever worn.

They are so comfortable and perfect for keeping feet toasty on chilly days, especially if you have wood, tile or concrete floors in your home.

They have awesome grips on the bottom to keep you from slipping, but aren't uncomfortably prominent while walking like other slipper socks.

Get ready for the cooler temperatures with awesome character socks for the whole family from Heat Holders!

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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.

Feed Your Pup in Style with Le Bol Dishes from Loving Pets!

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We recently added a new pup to our family so we needed new food and water dishes for her.  Luckily, Loving Pets came to the rescue and offered us two lovely dishes from their Le Bol collection:

Reminiscent of famous French cookware, Le Bols are gorgeous, extremely durable, stainless steel bowls with a ceramic-like interior. Le Bols also have an integrated skid and noise-free rubber base and are top-rack dishwasher safe.

The bowls featured in this post are Seine Blue and Parisian Grey, but they come in other lovely, bold colors like Bordeaux, Chartreuse and Lilac.  They come in 4 sizes ranging from extra small to large.  These gorgeous bowls make a statement while offering ample space for food and water for your pup.

Check out the Le Bol Collection at Loving Pets!

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.

Treat Your Fur Babies with Houndations from Loving Pets!

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Time to treat your pup!  Houndations™ Bite-size Soft-Chew Duck or Lamb Dog Treats are 100% Made in the USA.  These awesome tasting treats are the PERFECT training reward. They are also great for small dogs an puppies. Made with 100% all-natural ingredients, Houndations contains no grain, wheat, gluten or corn.

As an added bonus, EVERY BAG comes with a FREE CARABINER to carry your treats for hands-free training, hiking or playing.

Both Jessie and Harley adore these treats!  I love the small size that makes for easy, portion controlled snacking throughout the day.


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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.

Hot Summer Toys from Tech4Kids!

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As summer comes to a close, Tech4Kids has fun new additions to their line of Mash 'Ems and Fash 'Ems featuring even more of your kiddo's favorite characters:

Mash'ems and Fash'ems are a highly collectible toy that all kids will love. Hidden inside capsules, they hold the thrill of a concealed mystery item. The colorful capsule doubles as carry case. 

Check out some of the great new additions:

Monster High

Littlest Pet Shop

My Little Pony

Cars 

Paw Patrol

Sinister Spiderman

From now until the end of August, Wal-Mart stores across the nation will have Mash’Ems and Fash’Ems on promotion for only $2.88, which is great value. Popular licenced Mash’Ems and Fash’Ems featured in the promo includes My Little Pony, Disney-Pixar’s Cars, Monster High, Littlest Pet Shop, Paw Patrol and Batman!

Tech4Kids also just released another kind of cool toy that comes in the form of Blast 'Ems and Hatch 'Ems:

These squishy collectibles expand into balloon-like creatures immediately upon opening:

To find out more about all of these hot toys, check out Tech4Kids!

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.

Get Oily with dōTERRA!

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As y'all know, I am a huge fan of essential oils. dōTERRA has some of the best blends made from quality oils I've found.  I was sent some awesome oily samples by a fabulous dōTERRA consultant, Paula Sherrill.

Check them out:

Natural Whitening Toothpaste

Deep Blue Rub

Blend Trio featuring Breathe, OnGuard and DigestZen

Single Oil Trio featuring lavender, melaleuca and peppermint

I love dōTERRA oils and I'm sure you will too!

Contact Paula if you are interested in trying out dōTERRA's awesome product line up!

www.paulasherrill.com

www.sharesuccess.com/class

paula.sherrill@gmail.com

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.

Spoil Your Pups with WHIMZEES Dental Stix!

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Our pups love WHIMZEES dental treats, so they were super excited to get to try out WHIMZEES Stix.  

Made with all-natural ingredients, the vegetable-based texture of these treats will help remove plaque and tartar as they chew.

Both Jessie and Harley get super excited when they see this package come down off the shelf.  They really couldn't be happier!

Our vet recommends dental chews to help keep our pup's mouths and teeth in tip top shape and WHIMZEES products do just that.  We are lifelong fans of WHIMZEES for sure!

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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.

Book Review: Shadow Girl by Gerry Schmitt

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Shadow Girl by Gerry Schmitt

About the book:

The brutal murder of a business tycoon leaves Afton Tangler and the Twin Cities reeling, but that’s just the beginning of a gruesome crime spree...

Leland Odin made his fortune launching a home shopping network, but his millions can’t save his life. On the list for a transplant, the ailing businessman sees all hope lost when the helicopter carrying his donor heart is shot out of the sky. 

Now with two pilots dead and dozens injured, Afton Tangler, family liaison officer for the Minneapolis Police Department, is drawn into the case. As she and her partner investigate family members and business associates, whoever wants Leland dead strikes again—and succeeds—in a brazen hospital room attack. 

The supposedly squeaky clean millionaire has crossed the wrong person—and she’s not finished exacting her revenge. The case explodes into an international conspiracy of unbridled greed and violence. And as Afton gets closer to unearthing the mastermind behind it, she gets closer to becoming collateral damage...

My thoughts:

Get ready for another chilling Afton Tangler adventure!  Shadow Girl is another action-packed, edge-of-your-seat police tale that keeps you reading till the very end.  If you are a fan of Gerry Schmitt and her previous work, Little Girl Gone, you are sure to love Shadow Girl.

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.