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<p> <span style='color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;' class='mceItemHidden'>With the move to a new apartment and warmer weather abounding, my green thumb has been itching to start some new gardening projects. Since I do not have a yard, all of my projects focus around container gardening which is also a perfect way to bring a bit of the outside inside! If you have been following my posts, you may have seen my first gardening project of the season, a three-tier, hanging glass globe terrarium. So far it is doing wonderfully, and a lot of credit goes to the <strong><a rel='nofollow' href='http://app.socialspark.com/clicks?lid=26733&oid=9716309'>Miracle-Gro</a></strong></span><span style='color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'> products I used.</span></p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;' class='mceItemHidden'>Now, Miracle <span pre='Miracle ' class='hiddenSpellError'>Gro</span> wants </span><em style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>you</em><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'> to see how easy and fun gardening can be with </span><strong style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'><a rel='nofollow' href='http://app.socialspark.com/clicks?lid=26729&oid=9716309'>The Gro Project</a></strong><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>, a growing resource where you can find the inspiration you need to start your own garden project </span><em style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>gro-</em><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;' class='mceItemHidden'>ing! You will find a great variety of creative, easy and fun gardening project ideas perfect for every one of all ages, kids to adults! Then be sure to visit Miracle <span pre='Miracle ' class='hiddenSpellError'>Gro</span> on <span pre='on ' class='hiddenSpellError'>Pinterest</span> where you can find even more</span><strong style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'><a style='color: rgb(33, 117, 155); outline: none;' href='http://pinterest.com/miraclegro/' data-mce-=''> </a><a rel='nofollow' href='http://app.socialspark.com/clicks?lid=26731&oid=9716309'>fun garden projects</a> </strong><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>and share your own gardening story!</span></p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>In the hopes of providing you with inspiration to start your own gardening story, here are several easy container gardening projects using old items I found around my home and <strong><a rel='nofollow' href='http://app.socialspark.com/clicks?lid=26739&oid=9716309'>Moisture Control Potting Mix</a></strong>.</span><strong style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714; color: rgb(33, 117, 155); outline: none;'><span class='mceItemHidden'> </span></strong><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>Plus, there are instructions for making your own Lamp Shade Container Gardens.</span></p>
<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <a href='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-043.jpg'><img style='width: 400px; height: 401px;' src='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-043.jpg' alt=''/></a></p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <strong>Supplies:</strong></p>
<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <span class='mceItemHidden'>Miracle <span pre='Miracle ' class='hiddenSpellError'>Gro</span> Moisture Control Potting Mix - perfect for container gardening since it helps control the amount of moisture so you do not under-or-over water your plants.</span></p>
<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> Your choice of containers - Get creative! Don't throw that old bowl, worn basket or chipped china cup out, use it! I used an extra set of mini lamp shades off of a multi-bulb floor lamp that came with two sets of shades.</p>
<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> Rocks/pebbles - to assist with drainage if your container does not have a drainage hole</p>
<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> Plants - I bought a 9 pack of Coleus, a shade loving, bright and colorful, easy-to-care for plant. Notice of the shape and size of your container, then pick plants that you like and think will look good. Be sure to pay attention to the needs of each plant.</p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <a href='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-091.jpg'><img style='width: 400px; height: 414px;' src='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-091.jpg' alt=''/></a></p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <a href='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-092.jpg'><img style='width: 400px; height: 374px;' src='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-092.jpg' alt=''/></a></p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <a href='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-094.jpg'><img style='width: 400px; height: 413px;' src='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-094.jpg' alt=''/></a></p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <a href='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-095.jpg'><img style='width: 400px; height: 417px;' src='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-095.jpg' alt=''/></a></p>
<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> 5. Hollow out a small hole in the soil, then place the plants, one at a time, inside the depression. Add more soil around the roots to help support the first plant. </p>
<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <a href='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-096.jpg'><img style='width: 400px; height: 349px;' src='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-096.jpg' alt=''/></a></p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> 7. Add enough soil so the plant roots are completely covered. Gently tamp the soil down around the plant's stem.</p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> 8. Lightly water, and you are finished! Enjoy! </p>
<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <a href='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-100.jpg'><img style='width: 400px; height: 300px;' src='http://bullocksbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miracle-Gro-The-Gro-Project-100.jpg' alt=''/></a></p>
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<p style='line-height: 1.714285714; margin: 0px 0px 1.714285714rem; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.63636302947998px;'> <span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>Using containers I had around my home, I was able to create a plethora of different plantings that add color and life to our otherwise dull porch for less than $20! The Miracle </span><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;' pre='Miracle ' class='hiddenSpellError'>Gro</span><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'> Moisture Control Potting Soil cost $4.38 for an 8 qt. bag (and I still have more left!), the plants (9 pack of Coleus and 3 cacti) cost a total of $12. I had the sand and rocks left over from my first project; however, the cost for both was only $7, and often you can find pebbles and rocks around your yard for free! </span><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>All of the plantings took about an hour, and they will provide months, if not longer, of joy! So get outside and nurture your green thumb today! And if you need more inspiration, visit </span><strong style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'><a rel='nofollow' href='http://app.socialspark.com/clicks?lid=26733&oid=9716309'>Miracle-Gro</a></strong><b style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'> </b><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;' class='mceItemHidden'>online where you can find gardening tutorials, tips, videos and more! And don't forget to follow Miracle <span pre='Miracle ' class='hiddenSpellError'>Gro</span> on</span><a style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714; color: rgb(33, 117, 155); outline: none;' href='https://www.facebook.com/MiracleGro' data-mce-=''><strong style='outline: none;'> Facebook</strong> </a><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>and </span><strong style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'><a style='color: rgb(33, 117, 155); outline: none;' href='http://pinterest.com/miraclegro/' data-mce-=''><span class='mceItemHidden'>Pinterest</span></a></strong><span style='font-size: 13.63636302947998px; line-height: 1.714285714;'>!</span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> A couple of weeks back I was reading through my comments from my awesome readers when I discovered I had been nominated for my very first blogging award, The Versatile Blogger award! I couldn’t believe it! Me! An award for my blog! Woohooo! </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">I have seen this award on many blogs, but I never thought I would be nominated! So at this point I want to give a big ‘thank you’ to Lorna K. of <a href="http://www.lifewithraisapain.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Life With RA is a Pain</strong></a> for my nomination!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> As part of my acceptance of the Versatile Blogger award I am supposed to share seven things about myself then nominate 15 other bloggers/blogs who I have either recently discovered or frequently visit along with a short bit about why I like them. So without further ado…</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>7 Things About Myself</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">1. My favorite color is purple.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">2. I am a water baby! I love, love , love swimming and being in the water</span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">3. My dearest dreams are to have a baby and a house of my own one day.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">4. If I won the lottery, I would open a shelter for cats to find them their forever homes. At every apartment complex I have lived there are stray cats and I always wind up feeding them. At our last apartment, during a 3 day rainstorm, I put out a large plastic box with towels in it for a mama cat and her three week old kittens. She saw me do it, took one sniff inside and immediately brought her kittens in it where they stayed until the rain stopped. It became their nighttime bed. It breaks my heart to see stray cats and dogs!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">5. I have a BS degree in Early Childhood Education, but have not used it in years. One day I hope to get re-certified and go back to teaching.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">6. I have an incurable sweet-tooth.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">7. I am a recovering addict, who became actively addicted to pain killers as the result of a car accident four years after graduating college. I have been sober now for a little over 3 years.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Now for the most difficult part as I have met so many incredible people who write amazing blogs! Here are the 15 bloggers/blogs I want to nominate…</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">1. Shonna of <a href="http://www.bargainhounddailydeals.com/" target="_blank">Bargain Hound Daily Deals</a> because </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">of all the great deals she posts daily, plus she gives great tips on couponing, stockpiling, green living and more! She is also always willing to lend a helping hand!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">2. Patricia of <a href="http://www.triciastreasure.com/" target="_blank">Tricia’s Treasure </a>because she is one of the first people I met when I joined Facebook and began getting interested in blogging. We helped each other through the beginning of our blogs and continue to be friends today! She has been, and still is, a huge supporter! I love her reviews of the latest and greatest make up and beauty products.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">3. Jennifer of <a href="http://jennifersworldreviews.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Jennifer’s World Reviews</a> because not only has she also been there since the beginning, but she does a wonderful job of vlogging product reviews! A totally different take on blogging! She always makes me laugh, and her faith is so inspiring!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">4. Susan of <a href="http://www.budgetearth.com/" target="_blank">Budget Earth</a> and <a href="http://www.mewreview.com/" target="_blank">Mew Review</a> runs two awesome blogs! One that has great green tips, and the other wonderful product reviews. Where she finds the time to do TWO blogs, I have no clue! Plus she has been a huge help to me with advice when it comes to blogging!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">5. Lisa of <a href="http://www.thebabybottomline.com/" target="_blank">The Baby Bottom Line</a>, another of my favorite Mommy blogs that offers wonderful children’s product reviews and awesome giveaways! She has the cutest blog!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">6. Cyndee of <a href="http://rudemom.com/" target="_blank">Rude Mom</a> has an awesome look-out on life and it shows in her writing! Not your typical mommy! Great posts that cover everything from product reviews to giveaways to tips for everyday living. She is always willing to help out!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">7. Allie of <a href="http://gatormommyreviews.com/" target="_blank">Gator Mommy Reviews</a> gives informative and honest reviews of kid-friendly products, plus tons of the best giveaways out there! She also has a great sense of humor!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">8. Kelly of <a href="http://kellysthoughtsonthings.com/" target="_blank">Kelly’s Thoughts on Things</a> not only offers reviews, giveaways and tips, but she also shares her stories of raising a child with autism. A very strong woman who I much admire!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">9. Mellissa of <a href="http://www.something-like-life.com/" target="_blank">Something Like Life</a> has great recipes, family friendly reviews and awesome tips on gardening. She is very creative! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">10. Brie of <a href="http://www.beautiful-incentives.com/" target="_blank">Beautiful Incentives</a> offers reviews, giveaways, crafting tips, recipes and more! Her blog looks great, and I love her writing style!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">11. Melinda of <a href="http://www.mysocalledbalancedlife.com/" target="_blank">My So Called Balanced Life</a> is a great compilation of recipes, creative ideas, tips, reviews and more! She is also such a nice person, always willing to help!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">12. Bonnie of <a href="http://thisandthatreviews.com/" target="_blank">This and That Reviews</a> has great reviews on products, delicious recipes, coupons and more. She comes up with some incredible recipes!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">13. Bre of <a href="http://www.peacoatsandplaid.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Peacoats and Plaid</a> has the cutest craft ideas with easy-to-follow instructions, and some great blog hops where you can find even more awesome blogs!! She is incredibly creative!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">14. Jonna and Steph of <a href="http://www.mamabreak.com/" target="_blank">Mama Break</a> gives every busy mom a place to find reviews of new products, creative tips, the best bargains and more. Two women who provide some much needed breaks from mommy-hood!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">15. Dee of <a href="http://www.bellasavvy.net/" target="_blank">Bella Savvy</a> has a wonderful blog full of recipes,, reviews, giveaways, parenting advice and tips, beauty and fashion posts and so much more. I love her blog, and she is an awesome woman, too!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Congratulations to all of you!! If I nominated you above, and you want to accept the nomination and share the love, here are the rules.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">1. Thank the person who nominated you for the award and be sure to have a link back to their blog.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">2. Tell the person who nominated you 7 things about yourself.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">3. Choose 15 other blogs that you have either just discovered or that you love to frequent.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">4. Tell a bit about why you like each of those blogs and include a link to their blog.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Thanks again to Lorna of <a href="http://www.lifewithraisapain.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Life with RA is a Pain</strong></a>!</span><br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-60007898690222999882013-04-25T23:21:00.001-05:002013-04-25T23:21:21.040-05:00When Life Hands You Lemons, Make Lemon Water on the Go!<p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Full Circle’s Wherever Water Bottle</font></strong></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-yfeUDIz3hJ8/UXoAcOuLTNI/AAAAAAAAM04/SEpI8OsfFgg/s1600-h/fullcircle4.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcircle" border="0" alt="fullcircle" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-lovnTR9nt6g/UXoAcUyFtpI/AAAAAAAAM1A/x5JDm-RK9e0/fullcircle_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="462" height="85"></a></strong></font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Gabriola">***I received this product for the purpose of review. Regardless, all opinions are my own.***</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> With so much focus on healthy living, I am trying to live a more healthy lifestyle, as well as lose some of this weight I gained. And one of the best, most important health measures people can take to both remain healthy and help with weight loss, is to drink plenty of water every day. Unfortunately, I am a bit odd as I do not particularly care for the taste, or rather the non-taste, of water. And buying pre-flavored water not only adds up money wise, but it is not a very environmentally-conscious thing to do with all of those single-use bottles. Yes, I could easily buy those little packets or containers of flavoring to add to water, but those also cost a lot of money over time and many have sugar and other additives. However, thanks to <strong><a href="http://fullcirclehome.com/">Full Circle</a></strong>, I have found the perfect solution both to my water-disliking dilemma and my quest to live a more ‘green’ life.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> <strong><a href="http://fullcirclehome.com/">Full Circle</a></strong> makes an entire line of eco-friendly, functional products that are not only made from sustainable materials, but are also affordable and stylish! They make everything from cleaning cloths to dish brushes, waste bags to compost collectors, veggie brushes to pot scrubbers and so much more. Tons of products to help you live a more ‘green’ and healthy life.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-YHf-tGM8teU/UXoAcyu6f9I/AAAAAAAAM1I/fUuWNK1vZlw/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle38.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle3" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle3" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1qGmQ_h3jyY/UXoAdaIW6bI/AAAAAAAAM1Q/BobJzKp4SOE/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle3_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="364" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> When Full Circle gave me the opportunity to pick an item for review, I was in ‘green’ heaven! After a few moments of looking, my eyes landed on the perfect answer to my water problem, the <strong><a href="http://www.fullcirclehome.com/products.php?id=58&prod_num=0">Wherever Water Glass Bottle</a></strong>.</font><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> A glass water bottle that is not only perfect to take on the go, but has so many different answers to different issues! Let me explain. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-wl9VlTEZf10/UXoAdykDANI/AAAAAAAAM1Y/-HwpuBdjFvQ/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle411.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle4" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle4" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jAThnHWVJ6Q/UXoAeJBq9uI/AAAAAAAAM1g/VnItVOUcJbI/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle4_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="242" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> First of all, the Wherever Water bottle is made of glass which means it can be used over and over, the perfect eco-friendly answer to the large amount of waste cause by using those single-use plastic water bottles. And <strong><a href="http://www.fullcirclehome.com/">glass water bottles</a></strong> keep your water cooler and tasting better, plus they are recyclable.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-1MBfXUwKyBI/UXoAerZiO1I/AAAAAAAAM1o/yCqMfOacQus/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle811.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle8" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle8" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_LsrXfLQziU/UXoAfBvzNmI/AAAAAAAAM1w/uxsxumVSeI8/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle8_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="423"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> Secondly, the Wherever Water bottle’s ergonomic design is not only comfortable to hold while your are drinking, but it minimizes the impact on the glass if it is dropped by landing on its soft bottom or lid. No more worry over the glass breaking easily. </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-nLbNklAZjzY/UXoAfnmcPwI/AAAAAAAAM14/jUk8Yc6GkMo/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-0275.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 027" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 027" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-3ZIWZ41hHq0/UXoAgGWB3mI/AAAAAAAAM2A/gPiDzbRvGSw/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-027_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> It also has a comfortable handle for carrying, and it’s unique lid has a drinking ‘hole’ that is kept sealed by a lift-up cover so you can drink easily without having to remove the entire lid. The cover snaps closed so securely, no water leaks out even if you hold it upside down‘</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Z-zSfAGjqFA/UXoAgq35IcI/AAAAAAAAM2I/kd1sRfNtc6k/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle115.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle11" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle11" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/--2u1t5PHO70/UXoAhMIeRzI/AAAAAAAAM2Q/9YplmhPsTw0/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle11_thum.jpg?imgmax=800" width="497" height="484"></a> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-SYxMD9fB3Co/UXoAhgk0BzI/AAAAAAAAM2Y/3jPP-KoP300/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle1413.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle14" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle14" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--1QBCznJGnU/UXoAiKZh2XI/AAAAAAAAM2g/jTUkGBWNZ5k/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle14_thum.jpg?imgmax=800" width="447" height="484"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> But those are not even the best part! You see, the Wherever Water bottle is much more than just a glass water bottle, it is really an on-the-go solution to healthier hydration because I can use it to make lemon water (or any fruit flavor I prefer) whenever I desire! </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4W1c2vZfig0/UXoAi06Yb8I/AAAAAAAAM2o/HQhbxT4vys4/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-0088.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 008" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 008" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9SYeak7iH2s/UXoAjZ6wZFI/AAAAAAAAM2w/tx0dKepCxkQ/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-008_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="371" height="484"></a></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Yep, you read that right! The Wherever Water bottle has a removable fruit reamer so I can make fresh lemon water wherever I am and take it wherever I go!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-sCo1BVeDBGc/UXoAkTqebbI/AAAAAAAAM24/U74vwu-nJyA/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle414.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle4" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle4" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-e16c6ACX5zs/UXoAlPHSX7I/AAAAAAAAM3A/H6jHzv90sSE/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle4_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="389" height="484"></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hfNlg0lFmZI/UXoAlmiL9BI/AAAAAAAAM3I/TQwCRB6e2xg/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle1212.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle12" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle12" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-HjkB_Nv4PR8/UXoAl4h9_zI/AAAAAAAAM3Q/1-pOtcAx1LU/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle12_thum.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> It is incredibly simple to use! Just remove the top, cut a lemon, lime, orange or whatever easy-to-juice fruit you desire in half, and use the reamer to extract the fruit’s juice. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-r1pR4yjRATs/UXoAmi9gdsI/AAAAAAAAM3Y/nDXMAbnFr5Y/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-0105.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 010" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 010" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-uuUXpbJ8Upc/UXoAnCSBWRI/AAAAAAAAM3g/1XeBlzKv-SQ/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-010_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="444" height="484"></a><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uZeusy6pe8k/UXoAn4LTOcI/AAAAAAAAM3o/THlV8iqFo0Y/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-0205.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 020" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 020" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-rOWePoTH0f0/UXoAoXRmyPI/AAAAAAAAM3w/nqngZMCRIy0/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-020_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="440" height="484"></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-pFUzU6BVVD8/UXoApCC1F6I/AAAAAAAAM34/RzZfX2eJQ3E/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-0218.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 021" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 021" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-iPpqgOao3YY/UXoApYsNOEI/AAAAAAAAM4A/fU_zc98W_Vc/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-021_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="623" height="484"></a></p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> T</font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">hen you just add your water, give it a shake and you have a delicious, all-natural flavored water. </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-MZ7VZ3hnOuw/UXoAqENw3XI/AAAAAAAAM4I/yXAvxRHyv2A/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-0245.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 024" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 024" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-GOMKQf7lsZE/UXoAqgDs15I/AAAAAAAAM4Q/ov0ap2S_5Fw/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-024_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="434" height="484"></a></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4KMx98v07f4/UXoArKD-GNI/AAAAAAAAM4Y/XsrjtgE5Ayc/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-0265.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 026" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 026" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-bT8nl_9YaPQ/UXoArZbMQGI/AAAAAAAAM4g/RCg7DlMZBPQ/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-026_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="281" height="484"></a></p> <p align="left"><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> The reamer is designed so it stays firmly in place while you are pressing and twisting the lemon, then it can be easily removed to clean once you are finished. The reamer not only keeps the seeds out of the water, but any pesticides that are on the skin will remain on the skin. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5M7YaRuBH_Q/UXoAsFE5zqI/AAAAAAAAM4o/ThwvHLUqX8M/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-0236.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 023" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle 023" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-xJfK1XsHAfA/UXoAs2nfUkI/AAAAAAAAM4w/ahg_1i_RDOc/fullcirclewhereeverwaterbottle-023_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> Did you know there are more benefits to adding lemon to water than just making the water taste good? Yep, its true! Lemon is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B, riboflavin and many minerals that all do wonders for your body! And u</font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">sing fresh-squeezed lemons is much more beneficial than using bottled lemon juice or packets.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-v9ivIXrQyd0/UXoAuUnSZpI/AAAAAAAAM44/niQFMl7cxnQ/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle10.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-SxCIJSYf2G4/UXoAuhNHbxI/AAAAAAAAM5A/IUbH78Jcp9k/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle_thumb6.jpg?imgmax=800" width="293" height="484"></a></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> There are so many different combinations of fresh-squeezed, fruit flavored water you can make. You can use oranges, grapefruits or limes, and even herbs to create a delicious, flavor-infused water. A few suggestions include </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">mint and lemon, </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">mint and strawberry, </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">lemon and basil, </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">lime and raspberry, orange and lemon and many more…get creative! I have even used mine to make fresh-squeezed orange juice and it was delicious!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZpTtqYTnFI0/UXoAvdeeQQI/AAAAAAAAM5I/Dyp8uU86RUg/s1600-h/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle88.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle8" border="0" alt="fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle8" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-8U-UTqBZfW4/UXoAwKdMyLI/AAAAAAAAM5Q/bLNmQQq-Klw/fullcirclewhereverwaterbottle8_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="462" height="484"></a><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong>How Neat!! Where Can I Get A Wherever Water Glass Bottle?</strong></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> The Wherever Water Glass Bottle comes in four cute colors, and is dishwasher safe. It, as well as other Full Circle products, can be purchased directly through the Full Circle website at their <strong><a href="https://fullcircle.alice.com/products">online store</a></strong>. Their products can also be found both online and in stores near you. For a list of other online sites and locations by state, click <a href="http://www.fullcirclehome.com/content.php?type=Find"><strong>HERE</strong></a>.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> Be sure to keep up with all the latest Full Circle news, promotions, deals and more by following them on both <strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/fullcirclehome">Facebook</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://twitter.com/fullcirclehome/">Twitter</a></strong>!</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font> </p> <p><font size="5" face="Gabriola">***I received this product for the purpose of review. Regardless, all opinions are my own.***</font></p> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-37424817962852701382013-04-25T22:56:00.001-05:002013-04-25T22:59:01.005-05:00Feeling Lucky Friday<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">A Huge List Of Live Giveaways!</span></strong><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Wow, I cannot believe it is already Friday! And you know what that means! Not only is it time to join some awesome <a href="http://www.bullocksbuzz.com/p/linkys-and-hops-i-join.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>blog hops</b></a>, but it is time for our weekly GIVEAWAY summary!</span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-3889530981798469652013-04-25T11:45:00.001-05:002013-04-25T11:45:39.531-05:00Beauty Box Five April’s Box<p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Try It Before You Buy It!</font></strong></p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-gUnMjVAcGe4/UXldHpZsWpI/AAAAAAAAMxI/7cHxW3MGLfg/s1600-h/bb5logo%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="bb5logo" border="0" alt="bb5logo" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1UroWVk9qm0/UXldIPBDacI/AAAAAAAAMxQ/dxNIyAJjqb0/bb5logo_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="117"></a></font></strong></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font> </p> <p><font size="5" face="Gabriola">***I received this product for free for the purpose of review. All opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links.***</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> I love going to the mailbox and finding a surprise inside! Especially when that surprise is from one of my favorite monthly beauty box subscription services, <strong><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=363915&u=696114&m=38044&urllink=&afftrack=">Beauty Box Five!</a></strong> </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-3dfOjJPMGAA/UXldIQk1RlI/AAAAAAAAMxY/vC53dE9ueyY/s1600-h/beautyboxfive%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-W5hey6zTx4w/UXldIrkqY2I/AAAAAAAAMxg/i6vNRXktL1o/beautyboxfive_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="383"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> For those of you who are not familiar with this service, each month for the low price of $12, <strong><strong><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=363915&u=696114&m=38044&urllink=&afftrack=">Beauty Box Five</a></strong></strong> will send you four to five samples of make up, skin-care items and other beauty-related products. Well, they call them samples, but really they are more like travel-sized items if you ask me! The products are made by top-of-the line companies such as Blinc, Tree Hut, Everyday Minerals, Nu Me, Cetaphil and many more! What better way to know if a product works for you than to try it before you buy it? And Beauty Box Five helps you do just that!</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> March was the first box I received, and it had some amazing products! If you missed my review, you can see it by clicking <strong><a href="http://www.bullocksbuzz.com/2013/03/try-before-you-buy-with-beauty-box-five.html">HERE.</a></strong> Right now, I cannot wait to show you what came in this month’s (April’s) Beauty Box Five! Are you ready? Check it out!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-NwhK5FWpF1E/UXldJLH5-pI/AAAAAAAAMxo/wrgvUjk9Yqg/s1600-h/beautyboxfive2%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive2" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive2" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Rx0PaGnQ1jY/UXldJkBIbQI/AAAAAAAAMxw/XswDfqaoJpQ/beautyboxfive2_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="467"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><font size="3" face="Calibri"><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><font size="3" face="Calibri"><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><a href="http://lafreshgroup.com/">La Fresh</a></strong></font></font></font>:</strong></font> </font>Instant Body Soother $9.99 for 24 wipes</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> I received two packets of these eco-friendly/biodegradable soothing wipes that have an incredibly soft texture and are wonderfully cooling, soothing and refreshing thanks to the peppermint essential oil and five other natural oils. These wipes are perfect for wiping away stress, fatigue and that worn-out feeling you get in the middle of a stressful day, as well as for cooling off on a hot, humid day. Simply open a single-use packet, and use on your temples, neck, shoulders, legs and anywhere else.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cpoL-SRW6fY/UXldKI22jqI/AAAAAAAAMx4/aM4ud30nWRw/s1600-h/beautyboxfive8%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive8" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive8" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xWXbPqIpWqc/UXldKmhiohI/AAAAAAAAMyA/QuNN7ishVrE/beautyboxfive8_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="385"></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-rxoEN-q7VJA/UXldLGSpkxI/AAAAAAAAMyI/4dnUnPKSbXA/s1600-h/beautyboxfive9%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive9" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive9" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-PguU3KRPFl4/UXldLvUoidI/AAAAAAAAMyQ/tyL-gVxa4jA/beautyboxfive9_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="358"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://www.minxxette.com/">Minxxette</a>:</font></strong> <font size="6" face="Gabriola">Brush Hanger $4.69 (small)</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> This is my favorite item from this month! Truly ingenious and incredibly handy! It is a make-up brush holder that you use to hang your brush to dry after washing. It has a suction cup on the back so you can stick it onto your bathroom mirror, or you can use the hook and hang it from your hand-towel rack or other handy spot. The brush handle fits snugly into the holder where it remains until you remove it. You can use the hanger to hang other items, too, such as your washcloth, jewelry, headbands and more! The hangers are available in two sizes: small and large, and they work very well! I love it!</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-iWuCBhv35hI/UXldL0Ovw2I/AAAAAAAAMyY/eJyow52zG5Y/s1600-h/beautyboxfive24%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive24" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive24" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-4m_VYxOFVn0/UXldMJ6hwHI/AAAAAAAAMyg/tK0xBQnHMsw/beautyboxfive24_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="399" height="484"></a></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-_h32lw_G-mY/UXldMdJ5Q_I/AAAAAAAAMyo/H--H_6yfJ7w/s1600-h/beautyboxfive28%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive28" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive28" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-MKj5OgIyjkU/UXldM6YMusI/AAAAAAAAMyw/DmB7JCs3AcM/beautyboxfive28_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="460" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><a href="http://www.jeanpierreusa.com/">Jean Pierre Cosmetics</a>:</strong> Oil Absorbing Tissues $1.99 50 sheets</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> These oil absorbing tissues are perfect for soaking up that annoying shine that appears halfway through the day without smearing your make up. Using one sheet, gently blot around your forehead, nose, chin or wherever else you want to get rid of excess oil and shine. The sheets come in a handy dispenser that fits perfectly in your purse, make up bag or pocket. They do feel similar to the tissue paper you use for gift bags, but their actual texture against your skin is smooth, not rough. They do an excellent job of removing excess oil and other impurities which can cause blemishes, leaving your face shine-free! A great idea!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-L-EBJnvP9Uw/UXldNdzTSUI/AAAAAAAAMy4/SPeSy3RTy5E/s1600-h/beautyboxfive4%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive4" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive4" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DlD_aQGERTE/UXldNibRcAI/AAAAAAAAMzA/cWmZY0N12qg/beautyboxfive4_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="506" height="484"></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-YIHPHkSgeYM/UXldOQ0t6DI/AAAAAAAAMzI/YCxRspX-loQ/s1600-h/beautyboxfive5%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive5" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive5" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WXWnanwquoM/UXldoxtBmxI/AAAAAAAAMzQ/x5oZSxxiHro/beautyboxfive5_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="611" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><a href="http://www.modelcocosmetics.com/">Model Co</a>.:</strong> Illusion Lip Pencil $20.00</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> This is one of the most unique lip liner pencils I have come across as it is really a <em>lip enhancer</em>. It is a unique skin colored pencil which enhances your lips by creating the illusion of fuller lips! It is a soft wax that applies easily, and stays on a long time. It is formulated from beeswax, carnauba wax, cocoa butter, and shea butter so it nourishes your lips while you wear it! </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-grNFcXb_pP4/UXldpV_qw-I/AAAAAAAAMzY/WuGZocYcxZQ/s1600-h/beautyboxfive17%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive17" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive17" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-x9efmqbKKJA/UXldpvjFk7I/AAAAAAAAMzg/anvnPQ-QjPA/beautyboxfive17_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="261"></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-o13O5zvwHME/UXldqOGv0TI/AAAAAAAAMzo/NualvjMhnDM/s1600-h/beautyboxfive21%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive21" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive21" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-csGKrNDqLj4/UXldqvJJPcI/AAAAAAAAMzw/PVJ_OHkuYZk/beautyboxfive21_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><a href="http://brazencosmetics.com/">Brazen Cosmetics</a></strong>: <font size="6" face="Gabriola">Eye shadow</font> in Birthday Suit $7.49 0.18 oz..</font></p> <p><strong> </strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Brazen Cosmetics are all made with beneficial ingredients such as organic minerals, oils, extracts and vitamins. Their vegan eye shadows </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">come in a great selection of unique, bold and daring, long-lasting shades, all of which are custom-blended. The sample I received, Birthday Suit</font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">, is a matte cocoa color, that has the barest hint of a sparkle. Like all of their shadows, it is intensely pigmented, so a little bit goes a long way!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Sa_yg4glP50/UXldrOjpEGI/AAAAAAAAMz4/5iYvU25VcZo/s1600-h/beautyboxfive11%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive11" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive11" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--wcCcxBMfHc/UXldriIAWeI/AAAAAAAAM0A/pxy6lOxVTyM/beautyboxfive11_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="533" height="484"></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-CX4VEBkTuTY/UXldsQ_K2FI/AAAAAAAAM0I/zZiFmA0VixU/s1600-h/beautyboxfive12%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="beautyboxfive12" border="0" alt="beautyboxfive12" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9xcjr72CQaw/UXldsu3wa9I/AAAAAAAAM0Q/Snm6wb3LU3k/beautyboxfive12_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><em>Like what you saw?</em></strong> </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> I know I love everything that was in April’s box, and I cannot wait to see next month’s box! Each month’s box includes a card that tells you about each product as well as tells the product’s retail price. So if you find a product you love and want, you have a pretty good idea of how much it will cost. </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> If you want to join in the fun, join <strong><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=363915&u=696114&m=38044&urllink=&afftrack=">Beauty Box Five</a></strong> by clicking the link below. There are three different subscriptions, and the longer you subscribe for, the more you save! Boxes ship mid-month.</font></p> <ul> <li><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Monthly for $12, due each month</font> <li><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Quarterly for $30, due each quarter (save $6)</font> <li><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Yearly for $100, due once a year (save $44)</font></li></ul> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=363915&u=696114&m=38044&urllink=&afftrack=">Sign up for Beauty Box 5!</a></strong></font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Gabriola">***I received this product for free for the purpose of review. All opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links.***</font></p> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-36453969577677055542013-04-24T17:57:00.000-05:002013-04-24T18:03:11.236-05:00Canon ESO Rebel T4i Photo Ready Giveaway is LIVE!!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Canon EOS REBEL T4i 18.0 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 3-inch Touchscreen and Full HD Movie Mode (Body) - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II SLR Zoom Lens - Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens - Telephoto & Wide Angle Lens Set - 3 pc Filter Kit: UV/ Polarizing filter/Fluorescent correction & Case - 32 Gigabyte SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card - Secure Digital USB Card Reader - Universal Memory Card Wallet - Pack of LCD Screen Protectors - Additional LP-E8 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Replacement Battery Pack - Well Protective SLR Camera Gadget Bag w/Pockets & Strap - Full Size 59" Tripod W/Case - Focus DVD Guide to Digital SLR Cameras - Focus Digital Grey Card Set for color correction - Focus 5pc Deluxe Lens Care & Cleaning Kit - HDMI cable</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-9920799525333804532013-04-24T16:18:00.001-05:002013-04-24T16:18:27.420-05:00Feeling Lucky? It’s Time to Announce the Winners of 3 Giveaways!<p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Purex, Honey Can Do and Soft Scrub Advanced Surface</font></strong></p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> Three great giveaways have ended and it is time to announce our winners! Four winner’s to announce! One for the Purex Free Product Coupons, one for the Honey Can Do Bamboo Entryway Organizer, and two for the Soft Scrub Free Product Coupons! After the announcements, be sure to check out our list at the bottom of the post listing all of our other live giveaways! And now, without further ado…</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">THE WINNERS!!!</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong>2 Purex Free Product Coupons</strong></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FAAzPC0N_XQ/UXhMGVwNivI/AAAAAAAAMwA/pBE1mf88R_Y/s1600-h/andthewinnerislogo%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="andthewinnerislogo" border="0" alt="andthewinnerislogo" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-hzc8RvG4Qqc/UXhMGh-k1YI/AAAAAAAAMwI/I04fADjbI64/andthewinnerislogo_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong>…PAMELA B. 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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-3047807745944061872013-04-23T18:17:00.001-05:002013-04-23T18:17:46.055-05:00Beauty the Natural Way: NBW Marigold Magic<p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Nature. Balance. Wellness.</font></strong></p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-T3ICmyP7UME/UXcWbMK86HI/AAAAAAAAMsI/Vu3lxC819H8/s1600-h/nbwlogo%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwlogo" border="0" alt="nbwlogo" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-WCP96MdtpSQ/UXcWbvR_YRI/AAAAAAAAMsQ/FtEiLL0cMUs/nbwlogo_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="174" height="104"></a></font></strong></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> I’m sure many of you can relate to the never-ending search for those rare and precious moments you try steal in order to take time just for you. Time away from the hectic schedule of dealing with the kids, the spouse, the workplace, the home and everything else in your life. If and when you do finally find that time, one of the easiest places (and possibly the only place, it seems) to take this time is in the privacy of your bathroom. And what better place is there to immerse yourself in a luxurious, at-home spa experience! One that leaves you relaxed, refreshed and feeling beautiful. And what better products to do this with than the one’s I am about to share with you!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-K_FMUYSm9Pk/UXcWb-21nwI/AAAAAAAAMsY/giQYwhlciqQ/s1600-h/nbwimages%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwimages" border="0" alt="nbwimages" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-505GMwE3X-8/UXcWcMah_BI/AAAAAAAAMsc/U7wj_JXkKmY/nbwimages_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="147"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> <strong><a href="http://www.nbw.ca/">nbw</a></strong>…nature, balance, wellness; three words that perfectly summarize these ideal skin and body products. With nbw’s natural and organic beauty products you will not find any parabens, petroleum, sulphates, glycols, genetically-modified ingredients or artificial colors or fragrances. What you will find are 100% natural, certified organic ingredients that are not only safe for your skin, but are also good for your skin. nbw’s products smell amazing and leave your skin feeling and looking silky smooth, refreshed and healthy.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-n7vxk0-IbNM/UXcWcrCQg-I/AAAAAAAAMso/y7pFnSIa0xg/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520001%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 001" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 001" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-MYE6UzM54B8/UXcWc84LrpI/AAAAAAAAMsw/RX-iZIDaOCY/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520001_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="632" height="484"></a><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> I recently had the opportunity to try a wonderful selection of nbw’s products in one of their most popular scents, <strong><a href="http://www.nbw.ca/store/products/tag/marigold-magic/">Marigold Magic</a></strong>. Combining organic Calendula (marigold) which is known to be a very healing herb, with organic Sweet Orange essential oil (known for its wonderful citrus scent and its skin-softening properties), the Marigold Magic line is ideal for babies, children and those with sensitive skin. It is also beneficial for people suffering with other skin issues such as extra dry or cracked or irritated skin, eczema and more.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><a href="http://www.nbw.ca/store/products/marigold-magic-body-wash/">Marigold Magic Hand and Body Wash</a> $19.99</strong></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-gRELQ0SA01U/UXcWdQLneYI/AAAAAAAAMs4/n8z4Gv9RDc8/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520025%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 025" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 025" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-8lNaRrT-58w/UXcWdgYfssI/AAAAAAAAMtA/2qMgrubMMLM/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520025_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="278" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong> </strong>A subtly-scented hand and body wash that combines Sweet Orange essential oil and organic sunflower oil infused with organic Calendula to provide moisturizing and healing properties while it gently cleans. For some strange reason, I equate the amount of lather a product produces with how well it cleans. Well, when you use all-natural soaps that do not have the harsh foaming agents, the amount of lather is greatly reduced, and with some, almost non-existent. This does not mean the product is not cleaning, because it is. With nbw’s Marigold Hand and Body Wash, I was happy to see that it does produce a nice amount of lather and bubbles, so odd people like me who just have to have their lather, can be happy, too! Did I mention it leaves skin feeling clean, hydrated and silky smooth?</font></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-gRFt53YdvfM/UXcWePCY2II/AAAAAAAAMtI/EIq9P7N-6b0/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520021%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 021" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 021" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-iBhi6V5QiSM/UXcWelv1EtI/AAAAAAAAMtQ/eYlBemGElI4/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520021_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="431" height="484"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://www.nbw.ca/store/products/body-butter/">Marigold Magic Body Butter</a> $23.00</font></strong></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-eQX_CfMH8UY/UXcWe--lAgI/AAAAAAAAMtY/hUwbKuQAp9w/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520028%25255B11%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 028" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 028" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-r5l_h-qptvY/UXcWfXrkc0I/AAAAAAAAMtg/OEitgpXfOMY/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520028_thumb%25255B5%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="534" height="484"></a><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong> </strong>This wonderfully thick and creamy body butter provides both moisturizing and healing properties from the combination of organic sunflower seed oil infused with Calandula, Sweet Orange essential oil, beeswax, aloe vera, chamomile and more. Just a small amount of this rich butter goes along way. It instantly absorbs as your work it into your skin leaving it incredibly smooth with the softly lingering scent of Sweet Orange. great for dry skin, chapped skin, eczema and other skin issues.</font></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-7wCzXs4kow8/UXcWfxtdGWI/AAAAAAAAMto/HV6w6vWU2oQ/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520033%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 033" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 033" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-BFAMAr_5Gy4/UXcWgD8QdlI/AAAAAAAAMtw/8d6KG_1UIyg/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520033_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="534" height="484"></a></p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://www.nbw.ca/store/products/marigold-magic-glycerine-soap/">Marigold Magic Glycerin Soap</a> $6.50</font></strong></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-QVnDqiIYqzg/UXcWgq4RUsI/AAAAAAAAMt4/K6TlLXtpea8/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520004%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 004" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 004" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-olt7Tcpb_7w/UXcWg42l-HI/AAAAAAAAMuA/crqGIQhpmu8/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520004_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="364"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong> </strong>A wonderful soap made from coconut, palm, castor and safflower oils along with the skin softening properties of Sweet Orange oil and with bits of actual certified organic Calendula Petals. The first thing noticed was its incredible scent, followed by the beautiful golden-yellow color. Once in the shower, it produced a nice amount of lather, and left my skin squeaky clean, hydrated and incredibly soft.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WfEBOB3LHjA/UXcWhjTwoII/AAAAAAAAMuI/tyKUG6YlXvU/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520007%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 007" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 007" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-25KpaNRDzjY/UXcWh-_OZSI/AAAAAAAAMuQ/UBf4W6KITVw/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520007_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="419"></a> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://www.nbw.ca/store/products/marigold-magic-body-lotion/">Marigold Magic Body Lotion</a> $21.99</font></strong></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-OS4rRac2Mlw/UXcWiZoVUcI/AAAAAAAAMuY/mpUpQ5xpMPE/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520018%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 018" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 018" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-K3ptCOpMbHs/UXcWi038FlI/AAAAAAAAMug/tNYgSiLIL3g/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520018_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="231" height="484"></a><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong> </strong> A thinner version of the body butter, this body lotion had a wonderful clean, citrus scent. The combination of Sweet Orange oil and Calendula infused in organic sunflower oil not only provides moisture, but also has healing properties. A small amount of this thin, yet very moisturizin</font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">g lotion goes a long way, and it is quickly absorbed in the skin without any left-over greasy feel. Skin I left soft, smooth and hydrated.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-p7DEDmNZi64/UXcWjTaiUsI/AAAAAAAAMuo/9S_ytN2kIFg/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520019%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 019" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 019" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-rupylXLPm78/UXcWkWSkh_I/AAAAAAAAMuw/cFCFu930EEk/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520019_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="470"></a></p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></strong> </p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://www.nbw.ca/store/products/marigold-magic-body-scrub/">Marigold Magic Body Scrub</a> $25.99</font></strong></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-mno6eWyDgaU/UXcWkn9IqmI/AAAAAAAAMu4/bMT42KiTiUg/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520010%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 010" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 010" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-tc7E-dD7e1Q/UXcWlCLo4II/AAAAAAAAMvA/H3nq1FaCjDg/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520010_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="505" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> A clean and refreshing combination of sea salt, sugar, sunflower seed oil infused with Calendula(marigold), shea butter and sweet orange essential oil, this scrub has a subtle citrus scent and pleasant texture. Used regularly, the ingredients work together to gently remove dead skins cells, while stimulating blood flow and hydrating your skin. Scoop a small amount on your fingers and apply to your skin gently massaging in small circular motions. It works great on rough spots like your knees, elbows and feet. The grainy texture of the sugar and salt mixed with the moisturizing sunflower oil infused with Calendula washes away quickly, leaving your skin amazingly soft and lightly scented.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-L-f3o-1Q-YM/UXcWlrQ9LOI/AAAAAAAAMvI/WqHYRkl5URU/s1600-h/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520035%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="nbwmarigoldmagic 035" border="0" alt="nbwmarigoldmagic 035" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-3rFqNHZ-Dy0/UXcWmGY9giI/AAAAAAAAMvQ/l85IoCZClhA/nbwmarigoldmagic%252520035_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="451"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> To try the Marigold Magic line yourself, simply visit the <strong><a href="http://www.nbw.ca/">nbw website</a></strong>. 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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-12528932033215091132013-04-22T12:45:00.001-05:002013-04-22T12:45:24.675-05:00Prana SpaCeuticals Using Nature to Enhance Beauty<p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Shikoma Body Wash</font></strong></p> <p><strong><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0PSdiMbNu7Q/UXV3ImwK02I/AAAAAAAAMqQ/k2zQLm87ZQM/s1600-h/pranalogo%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="pranalogo" border="0" alt="pranalogo" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-D-Mk96RQc8E/UXV3I-1CVfI/AAAAAAAAMqY/35rFHI7lTOs/pranalogo_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="164"></a></font></strong></p> <p><strong><font size="4" face="Gabriola">**I received this product for the purpose of review. Regardless, all opinions are my own.**</font></strong></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> Based on ancient traditions and inspired by natural resources, <strong><a href="http://www.spaskincareproducts.org/">Prana SpaCeuticals</a></strong> skin care products are made with only the finest quality, all-natural ingredients. Each product in their line is targeted to treat specific skin care needs whether you have dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, rosacea, acne, hyperpigmentation or are concerned with the effects of aging, while at the same time providing multiple benefits. </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> All of their products are made from ingredients that stabilize antioxidants naturally, give Natural Absorption and are free from parabens, synthetics and harsh lathering agents. In Prana SpaCeutical’s products you will only find ingredients that are organically farmed, environmentally friendly and are from natural sources. Ingredients such as organic botanicals, marine minerals, herbs, nut-oils, butters, plant extracts, natural pigments and natural aromatics.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-trCoWXHtFAQ/UXV3JeCMGhI/AAAAAAAAMqg/yzcfnUvmozk/s1600-h/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals%25255B12%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals" border="0" alt="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-deyEPua0qsU/UXV3JvCZUTI/AAAAAAAAMqo/4Ed4HKC7SLY/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals_thumb%25255B5%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="242" height="484"></a></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> I recently had the opportunity to review a luxurious body wash that is ideal for all skin types from the <a href="http://www.spaskincareproducts.org/index.php/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=43&Itemid=95&TreeId=9"><strong>Shikoma</strong></a> collection, a Prana SpaCeuticals body products line. Made from deionized water, fermented rice sugars and moisturizing butters, this <strong><a href="http://www.spaskincareproducts.org/index.php/organic-spa-and-skin-care-products?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=29&category_id=43">all-natural body wash</a></strong> exfoliates, cleanses and hydrates the skin. Indulge all of your senses with the subtle fragrance of the Japanese yuzu sparkling fruit combined with a hint of botanicals, while the rich, thick lather gently exfoliates and moisturizes even the driest skin.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-lyCC7HVWi3M/UXV3KMTiJjI/AAAAAAAAMqw/64CAR7zDPEg/s1600-h/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals6%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals6" border="0" alt="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals6" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-QhnwFZqcSrY/UXV3KVjDPII/AAAAAAAAMq4/16xq8K_VosE/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals6_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="431" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> The first time I tried the <strong><a href="http://www.spaskincareproducts.org/index.php/organic-spa-and-skin-care-products?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=29&category_id=43">Shikoma Body Wash</a></strong>, it was truly a relaxing experience. Just a little bit of the gel on a loofah or bath pouf was all I needed to get a nice lather that easily rinsed away leaving my skin clean, incredibly smooth and smelling wonderful. The shower was filled with a relaxing, botanical scent that was light and natural, nothing at all like some of those artificially-scented body washes whose scent is overbearingly sweet and hit a false note.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-vK8U_-0Rimo/UXV3KrFEAQI/AAAAAAAAMrA/qEPLNB7QtdE/s1600-h/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals9%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals9" border="0" alt="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals9" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-R9nSbaed4ZI/UXV3LLFd74I/AAAAAAAAMrI/kVkcX1ALL1o/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals9_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="309" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> After drying off, instead of my skin quickly drying out and needing lotion, it remained moisturized and soft with a lingering hint of that incredible scent. I tend to have some dry patches of skin on the backs of my arms to which I constantly find myself adding lotion. Having followed the directions on the Shikoma bottle, and making sure to massage the body wash more thoroughly into this area, I was very pleased to not have to put any additional moisturizer on my arms for the entire day! </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><em>My Verdict</em></strong></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> I really liked how for an all-natural product, the <strong><a href="http://www.spaskincareproducts.org/index.php/organic-spa-and-skin-care-products?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=29&category_id=43">Shikoma Body Wash</a></strong> still had a nice, rich lather although it contains no harsh lathering agents. I am trying more and more to use only <strong><a href="http://www.spaskincareproducts.org/index.php/organic-spa-and-skin-care-products?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=29&category_id=43">all-natural skin care products</a></strong>, and I have come across quite a few whose lather-quality was quite disappointing. Although I know this is due to the lack of chemicals and lathering agents which are not good for the skin nor the environment, I still associate lather with cleanliness. So in my mind, the more lather, the better the product cleans. And although this is not necessarily true, it is still nice to find an all-natural product that produces a good amount of lather!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/--JKoTNShe3E/UXV3Lriho4I/AAAAAAAAMrQ/mbwdoOHZ-6E/s1600-h/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals10%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals10" border="0" alt="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals10" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-fiNB02bxqSk/UXV3MCoGMEI/AAAAAAAAMrY/3-1wHCI8fp4/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals10_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="459"></a> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> I also love the way it smells, and how it leaves my skin feeling hydrated and soft as silk! It provides a true spa-like experience in the privacy of my home, the perfect antidote for a stressful day! </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><font size="6" face="Gabriola">I now have a new favorite body wash in Prana SpaCeutical's Shikoma Body Wash! </font></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-3ZR_86W7ZFg/UXV3MdXT9dI/AAAAAAAAMrg/mRcvJ5DN76c/s1600-h/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals4%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals4" border="0" alt="shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals4" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-eSojgXWTIBw/UXV3MlAJ-eI/AAAAAAAAMro/m_mySTBDhA0/shikomabodywashpranaspaceuticals4_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="316" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> Sound tempting enough? 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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> April 27, 2011, 12:30pm James comes home from work early, schools are let out early, the roads are packed with people headed home. We all know there is a severe weather threat, it has been bad all day, but what we don’t know is just how bad it is about to get. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Earlier that morning I am watching in amazement as tornado chasers film one tornado after another across the southern United States. They continue to form through out the day. I continue to get more and more nervous. Finally, James comes home.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Not 45 minutes later the news reports a tornado is on the ground in Tuscaloosa, the county to the west of mine; it is still on the ground and headed our way. James and I decide to get prepared, and while we are putting our shoes on, looking for the cat, gathering my laptop (our only source of information as we do not have cable TV at the time), the civil alert sirens begin to blare, and all of a sudden the power goes out. I run to the sliding glass door to open the blinds for some light, and feel the sinking in the pit of my belly when I see pieces of roof and metal flying through the air!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> We run to the bathroom, me with my laptop computer, just in time to learn that the tornado is north of our apartment, cutting through the city, and you can see it from perfectly from Red Mountain. We happen to live on the side of the mountain, and the debris we saw flying through the air is part of a huge debris cloud.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> We decide to take a peek outside, and soon see a group of neighbors standing in the driveway to the apartments some with their hand over their mouths, some pointing, others crying and praying. I look towards the city, and all I see is what appears to be a huge rain cloud off in the distance. Wrong. That huge cloud is actually a tornado over a MILE wide, and I am watching it destroy thousands of peoples lives. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I can see the power transformers exploding, lightening flashing, more tornadoes trying to form behind it. I watch with horror as it tears a path across the north end of Birmingham, and continues on its way. That one F-4 tornado remained on the ground for 80.7 miles, killed 64 people </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">and injured more than 1500. Combined with the other tornadoes that struck the south that day, a total of 316 people died, Alabama being the hardest hit, with 252 deaths.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The reason so many died? Early morning storms knocked out power to thousands of homes, leaving people with no warning other than the sirens which had been repeatedly going off the entire day. After the storms, nearly 1 million people had lost their power. Therefore, no phone, no radio, no lights no way to communicate.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I could not believe the aftermath, and that one day has taught me that anything can happen, anytime, and it is best to be prepared. Ever since that day, I have kept an emergency supply kit packed with necessities we may need in case of an emergency. Matches, candles, a flashlight, batteries, a small first aid kit, and my latest addition, which I received for the purpose of review, the <a href="http://spareone.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Spare One Emergency Mobile Phone</strong></a><strong>.</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The Spare One phone is the world’s first <a href="http://spareone.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>battery operated cell phone</strong></a>. Powered by 1 (one) replaceable AA battery, this phone can provide up to 10 hours of talk time, and will hold it charge for 15 years without use. Once the included battery runs out, you can easily replace it with any alkaline, rechargeable or even lithium AA battery. The phone is also operable in extreme weather conditions with a workable temperature range of -22 degrees F to 140 degrees F.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The phone comes in a waterproof bag that is both submersible and floatable, and it is thick enough to keep it dry, yet thin enough that you can talk right through the bag if needed. It has a slot for a SIM card, and you can pre-program up to 9 emergency contact phone numbers. If you loose power, and your cell phone battery runs out, you can simply put its SIM card into the Spare One, even if it is an iPhone since the Spare One comes with a pin! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The Spare One also features a large, one-touch emergency button that will work regardless of whether or not you have installed a SIM card. And the phone can be geo-located even without a SIM card in an emergency. Another neat feature is that i</span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">f anyone tries to send you a text, it will automatically send a return message saying you can only be reached via a phone call.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> But that is not all! The Spare One can also double as a flashlight as it has an LED torchlight that can last for up to 24 hours! Despite all of these features, the phone is incredibly slim and lightweight, weighing only 75 grams. It can be used anywhere in the world as it is available in two GSM frequencies: 850/1900mhz and 900/1800mhz.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Regardless of whether you run into an emergency on the road or you are in a natural disaster, the Spare One is perfect for emergency kits, as an extra phone to keep in the car and even for taking on a trip as an extra phone. As long as you are within range of a GSM tower, regardless of wherever you are in the world, “Live Prepared” with the Spare One Emergency Cell Phone.</span><br />
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That means gardening! Digging my hands into cool soil, dirt dribbling between my fingers, planting and sustaining life, nurturing nature. If you are like me and live in an apartment, then your options for gardening are often limited to smaller areas and container gardening. So here is where creativity come in handy! Especially if you want to bring the outside indoors.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> One of my favorite, creative ways to bring the outside in, is by making terrariums. They are actually quite simple to make, and require very little care. All you need are a few supplies, and often you can use a glass container you have laying around the house like an old vase, teacup or mason jar. Get creative!</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> Here is my latest indoor gardening project on which I embarked, a hanging double-globe terrarium with candle holder.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><em>What Is a Terrarium?</em></strong></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> A terrarium is a miniature landscape featuring live plants, and sometimes even animals like lizards or turtles.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><em>What You Need:</em></strong></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-u9u32h0hzHg/UXCPG-icxhI/AAAAAAAAMjo/v4px_SAWvqA/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520001%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 001" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 001" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-78A7bGCICfw/UXCPInhPVTI/AAAAAAAAMjw/Fq7b2bHncWs/succulent%252520terrarium%252520001_thumb%25255B5%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="522" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">-glass container: I used three interlocking globes I got from a giveaway I won for an Etsy gift card. You can find these all over E-bay and Amazon for anywhere from $2 up, as well as at crafts stores such as Michaels. What ever you choose, be sure the opening is large enough to get your plant inside.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">-a selection of small cacti or succulents work great as these plants need very little water to survive. DO NOT over-water! Be sure to keep plants with the same needs together. Cacti and succulents have different needs than do ferns and tropical plants.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">-fast-draining cactus soil</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">-pebbles and/or charcoal for creating a false drainage system (charcoal will also keep mold and bacteria from building up)</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">-decorative sand and/or pebbles</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">-plastic spoon – to help place soil and sand</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">-straw or paintbrush – to help get soil and sand off leaves</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">-tweezers – these can help if you have a very tiny opening or tiny plants. I did not need any for this project.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><em>What To Do:</em></strong></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">1. Add a shallow layer of pebbles followed by a bit of loose charcoal in the very bottom to help with drainage since these containers do not have a drainage hole. The rocks will keep the roots from sitting in water, the charcoal helps keep it “clean”. You really should not have any standing water since you will not water your terrarium plants very often. If you do, you are over-watering!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ICPO7biE0QY/UXCPJW-CH_I/AAAAAAAAMj4/Hm5sqhMQZRQ/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520012%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 012" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 012" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-PKuqsGGEpHw/UXCPJgHurjI/AAAAAAAAMkA/KG4zg1b0gww/succulent%252520terrarium%252520012_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">2. Add about 2” to 3” of soil on top of the pebbles.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-DpF4DjbUb9g/UXCPKHhymFI/AAAAAAAAMkI/9MJTG1gpqY8/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520008%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 008" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 008" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Bh1sKWQ6vq0/UXCPKtfaF2I/AAAAAAAAMkQ/TrQmU0kOKPc/succulent%252520terrarium%252520008_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="533" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">3. In the exact middle of the soil, scoop a depression large enough to place the plants’ root ball.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-spCZ-x3sto0/UXCPLfDAPlI/AAAAAAAAMkY/3jxz6DXqaUs/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520013%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 013" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 013" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-O6MwXeu97uU/UXCPMVS0BkI/AAAAAAAAMkg/hseO0oQvrn0/succulent%252520terrarium%252520013_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">4. Now, t</font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">ake the plants out of the container they came in and gently loosen the root ball. If you want to put a few different plants together, succulents can be divided easily! Just chose a few types you like and separate them into smaller sizes. I chose to use the entire plant this time.</font></p> <p> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-VJcghVWU3us/UXCPNXVjIgI/AAAAAAAAMko/7MpmCheJMvA/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520034%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 034" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 034" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-m3QtCZZrplo/UXCPOvDLgAI/AAAAAAAAMkw/pQVbGlCihoA/succulent%252520terrarium%252520034_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="490" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">5. Next you place the plant’s roots into the depression you created in the soil, then using the spoon to get all around the plant, add more soil around the roots until the plant is firmly planted. Tap down gently.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-sBgQnThLVHc/UXCPO02WZnI/AAAAAAAAMk4/tgU6TOAG8nM/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520053%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 053" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 053" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-4DxZ2IMpJkY/UXCPPe9mXeI/AAAAAAAAMlA/UiUBhfT1LQU/succulent%252520terrarium%252520053_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="500" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">6. Using the same spoon, add a thin layer of sand (this is optional) on all sides of the plant. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-gUAUxBAk7dg/UXCPP00izOI/AAAAAAAAMlI/07BUEa6-NYI/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520054%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 054" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 054" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-TJLkueW2nyI/UXCPQce6gkI/AAAAAAAAMlQ/wpyEksEpKDI/succulent%252520terrarium%252520054_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="551" height="484"></a> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">7. Add a few pebbles on top of the sand for decoration.</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Calibri"></font> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Wg-8HhBnHMM/UXCPRFHmD2I/AAAAAAAAMlY/qArKbmORuow/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520039%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 039" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 039" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-iweDvoZwKJY/UXCPRapygzI/AAAAAAAAMlg/_wJjmkEACKc/succulent%252520terrarium%252520039_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="508" height="484"></a></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">8. To get rid of any sand or soil that may have gotten on the plants you can either use a small paintbrush to brush them off, or take a straw and gently blow (be sure to place the end of the straw almost on the plant where the soil is, don’t blow directly into the terrarium or sand and soil will go everywhere!)</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">9. Repeat these steps with the second globe.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-CMApIwZ4gp4/UXCPSApNOVI/AAAAAAAAMlo/ccb-eC3czcU/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520029%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 029" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 029" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-VoNToZB9aTw/UXCPSRpK0gI/AAAAAAAAMlw/Cbx6RqaFIGE/succulent%252520terrarium%252520029_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">10. For the third and final globe, I added a layer of pebbles, then placed a tea candle right in the center. Once we hung it up inside, I wound up swapping the tea light for a votive candle for a splash of color.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-v5FCl0YO6qQ/UXCPS54QYqI/AAAAAAAAMl4/EvynUSE4OiE/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520094%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 094" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 094" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ierCacTLI38/UXCPTcm6UqI/AAAAAAAAMmA/3DBRMgOyKAg/succulent%252520terrarium%252520094_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"><strong><em>Plant Care</em></strong></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Depending on the type plant, you should only water your terrarium about one time every week to a week and a half. </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">There are some tricks to use, such as with succulents, I keep an eye on their leaves, and if they start to get a wrinkled appearance, I know for sure I waited too long and they need water.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Check the soil on the bottom of the container, if it is completely dry, time to water! </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-7NL_oMZyKz0/UXCPTx0V7mI/AAAAAAAAMmI/QCdibgsqz9A/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520074%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 074" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 074" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-jp1yMVGjpT8/UXCPUVgsHAI/AAAAAAAAMmQ/YnEBExmGOrg/succulent%252520terrarium%252520074_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Be sure not to over-water as the water has nowhere to go without drainage holes. Enough water to just dampen the soil should be plenty.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">See individual plants instructions for more detailed directions.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Be sure your plants get enough light. Since your plants are inside glass, and glass magnifies light, DO NOT place your terrarium in direct sunlight! Most succulents and cacti do not need direct sunlight, they prefer bright, indirect light instead.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DBtk6X_rG_4/UXCPU2ZBMRI/AAAAAAAAMmY/GlOwrF0RnQQ/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520098%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 098" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 098" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-EjFtmSXx85s/UXCPVH9cL0I/AAAAAAAAMmg/8fl9NBPoROc/succulent%252520terrarium%252520098_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="644" height="484"></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-K3BSIT7Qxwg/UXCPVsFotRI/AAAAAAAAMmo/K18qDOkfmS8/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520104%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 104" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 104" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-gNE7nq9iVrU/UXCPV0H8s8I/AAAAAAAAMmw/ETw0vEV9Fhs/succulent%252520terrarium%252520104_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="468" height="484"></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-mFeut31oBU4/UXCPWRCU34I/AAAAAAAAMm4/s29XlevK4h4/s1600-h/succulent%252520terrarium%252520112%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="succulent terrarium 112" border="0" alt="succulent terrarium 112" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Igyra00j9I0/UXCPWjARqvI/AAAAAAAAMnA/EAxSFgseNcc/succulent%252520terrarium%252520112_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="245" height="484"></a></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola"> Check back next week to see what I did with the other plants I had left over!</font></p> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-9112646566554677342013-04-18T15:07:00.000-05:002013-04-18T15:07:53.032-05:00Make Your Home Your Own with Walls Need Love<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Win a $30 Gift Card to Walls Need Love!</span></strong><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> With our recent move to another apartment, there are still plenty of things that need to be done to make this seem like a home, especially in the extra room we use as our office. While the furniture is in its place, and the knick knacks are placed around, the big blank walls are screaming for some love and attention! Painting, of course, is out of the question since we rent, and all of my pictures have already been hung in other rooms. I simply do not have the budget to go buy new artwork, either. Luckily, I found the perfect solution when I was given the opportunity to review a product from <a href="http://www.wallsneedlove.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Walls Need Love</strong></a>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> You can choose from wall quotes, wall decals, wallpaper and even artistic prints, in a wide range of themes and topics. Can’t decide what you want? No problem! Walls Need Love has every type of wall decal you could imagine from quotes to clocks, dry erase to chalkboard, kids nursery themes to trees and branches, and so much more. You can even create your own with their custom prints, wall text and monogram decals.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I choose the <a href="http://www.wallsneedlove.com/cherry-blossom-wall-decal/#.UW9ZULU3ySo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Cherry Blossom Wall Decal</strong></a> for that blank wall in the room we use as an office. It added a much-needed splash of color and went perfectly with the Asian-type décor placed through out the room. Like many of their wall decals, this one is available in different sizes, and you can choose the color of both the branches and the blossoms you want.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Once my order was placed, it took just a few days to arrive, and it came with everything I needed to hang it. It arrived in a sturdy cardboard tube along with a squeegee, practice decals and detailed instructions. It took my husband and I about 25 minutes to complete. Before you begin, be sure the wall you are hanging it on is free from any dirt or dust. If you need to, wipe it down with a damp cloth then allow it to dry completely before applying your decal.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Since the decal I choose was rather big and had several branches on one large sheet, to make things easier we cut it into separate sheets. The blossoms came on another sheet.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The first step was to lay the decals out flat on a hard surface and rub the backs with the squeegee to flatten any wrinkles, rolls or bubbles. This also helps to ensure the vinyl decal sticks to the transfer tape for when you peel it away from the base paper.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Once we were sure of the exact position we wanted the decal, we began the process of applying by slowly peeling </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">the transfer tape away from the base paper making sure all of the vinyl decal comes up. Peel until you reach the center, then use scissors to cut away the exposed paper base. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Lay the decal near, not on, the wall and start using the squeegee from the center outwards, using a fanning motion and allowing the decal to “smear” onto the wall. Repeat with the other side until the entire decal is on the wall. You want to smooth out any and all wrinkles and/or bubbles by using the squeegee before moving on to the next step.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Once you are certain there are no wrinkles or bubbles, you start the final step, the peel. Starting at a corner, SLOWLY peel the transfer paper directly back on itself. Be sure to go slowly so you do not tear it. Use your other hand to hold down any vinyl that tries to peel back up. If it does, replace the paper back over it and re-smooth with the squeegee until you are sure it is firmly stuck to the wall.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Repeat this process until the entire decal is up. Then add any finishing touches. The blossoms for the Cherry Blossom decal were applied exactly like a sticker.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> We peeled it off the backing, placed it where we wanted it to go, smoothed it down with our hands, and we were done!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The final step is to step back and enjoy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I was very happy with my decal from Walls Need Love. The entire site is very user-friendly, and once I had the decal picked out, the check out process was quick and simple. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The decal itself is very high quality, and is made from durable, long-lasting vinyl. The colors are bright and true, and installation was a cinch. It is amazing how much these decals look as though an artist painted the picture on your wall. The make such a huge difference, and can completely make a room! And I especially love that they are easy to remove, and will not damage the wall which means I won’t lose my security deposit or have to pay any damages when we move. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> In my opinion, wall decals from Walls Need Love are the ideal way to decorate quickly, inexpensively and uniquely! </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Be sure to check out the great collection of wall decals and wall art on Walls Need Love! And keep up with the latest products, deals, promotions and even giveaways by following them on <strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WallsNeedLove">Facebook</a></strong>, <strong><a href="https://twitter.com/WallsNeedLove">Twitter</a> </strong>and <strong><a href="http://pinterest.com/WallsNeedLove/">Pinterest</a></strong>. And right now, when you sign up for their newsletter, you can get 20% off your purchase! I am not sure how long this offer will last, so hurry and sign up!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Soft Scrub Advanced Surface is a rinse-free gel that both cleans and polishes your most delicate surfaces. While it is as tough on stains as other types of Soft Scrub, you do not have to worry about it scratching or abrading your glass cook-top, granite or marble counter-tops, or stainless steel sinks and appliances. You simply squirt a bit on the surface, let it sit for about a minute, then wipe it away with a damp, soft sponge, cloth or paper towel. No need to rinse with water. It quickly and easily cuts through grease and grime leaving your surface sparkling clean and streak-free.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> In preparation for this post, I let our double sink go without a real good scrubbing for about a week (yeah, I know, yuck!). I am sure you can imagine just how icky it was. I figured I was going to have to use a bunch of cleaner, and scrub pretty hard. I was wrong! It took a very small amount of the clear gel, a sponge and just a bit of elbow-grease to clean so well that it looked better than I have ever seen it! Not only was all of the scum and stains removed, but the Soft Scrub polished it to a high shine; especially the faucets! </span><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-wwdybNm8jD4/UW8MAp74BtI/AAAAAAAAMeo/96Fvix219os/s1600-h/softscrubadvancedsurface%252520099%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img alt="softscrubadvancedsurface 099" border="0" height="484" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-D24fW-WvvWA/UW8MBL9ZeqI/AAAAAAAAMew/z9HpRY1fhSI/softscrubadvancedsurface%252520099_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="softscrubadvancedsurface 099" width="644" /></a><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I love having one cleaner that I can use for all surfaces, instead of having to use a separate <strong><a href="http://softscrub.com/products/soft-scrub-advanced-surface-gel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stainless steel cleaner</a></strong> for my sink and another for my counter-tops! The scent was actually quite pleasant, without a harsh, chemical smell. The only thing I wish was a bit different was the consistency of the gel. It was actually a lot thinner than I expected, more like a heavy water, than a thick gel; so the first time I used some, more came out than I was expecting. Aside from that, the new Soft Scrub Advanced Formula is perfect for my needs! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> You can find the Soft Scrub Advanced Surface in the cleaning aisle at your local grocery, drugstore or mass merchandiser, as well as online. No longer will you have to buy a <a href="http://softscrub.com/products/soft-scrub-advanced-surface-gel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>granite cleaner</strong></a> for your counter-tops, a glass cleaner for your stove top and yet another cleaner for your stainless steel!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I love shopping as much as the next girl, and some of the most beautiful items that catch my eye are often made in other countries, many of which are third-world. However, after learning how many of these countries have terrible, inhumane working conditions and how the workers and artisans never see a living wage, I will not purchase these items unless I know for sure they are a Fair Trade product. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Over the past few months I have been searching for some colorful table linens to brighten up a glass dining table I recently inherited from my father, so when I was offered the chance to review some items from this awesome online site called <a href="http://www.fairtradedesigns.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Fair Trade Designs</strong></a>, I knew I had found exactly what I was looking for!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> All of the products carried by Fair Trade Designs are hand crafted, sustainably produced and fairly traded. They have a wonderful selection of items from home accents to clothes, accessories to stationery and so much more!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The <a href="http://www.fairtradedesigns.com/bird-green-place-mat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Bird Green Place Mats</strong></a> I chose to review were hand made in India by skilled artisans working in an environmentally concerned workshop that uses natural resources in production and operations. The placemats are 100% cotton, and were made using indigenous screen print and dyeing techniques. Each mat measures 13” in width by 19” in length, and are perfect for both casual or elegant dining. They do require hand washing and line drying to preserve their original, brilliant colors.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> The mats are a lovely, deep shade of green with a lighter shade of green forming a border along the edge. Inside this border is a simple, yet elegant scrollwork-type design using the same shade green as the middle of the placemat. Along the right hand side of the mat is a beautiful red, gold and green floral design with two colorful birds perched in the branches of a tree in full bloom.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I love these colorful place mats! The attention to detail in the pattern is exquisite. Not only are the mats very well made, but they are quite durable. They add a much-needed splash of color to an otherwise dull table. Even though they are hand crafted and dyed, the colors are all bright and even, and I see no noticeable problems. I cannot wait to add some colorful candles or maybe a floral centerpiece to bring out more of the colors in the mats!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Be sure to keep up with the newest products, promotions and more by following Fair Trade Designs on both <b><a href="https://twitter.com/fairdesigns" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a></b> and <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/FairTradeDesigns" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a></b>. And when you subscribe to their newsletter, you can get an extra 10% off your order, plus have access to great savings!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Thanks to the generosity of Fair Trade Designs, one lucky Bullock’s Buzz fan will win their own set of 4<a href="http://www.fairtradedesigns.com/bird-green-place-mat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong> Bird Green Place Mats</strong>.</a> To enter simply use the PromoSimple tool below. This giveaway will begin today and will end April 29th at 10am. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Fair Trade Designs has generously added another prize!! The winner will <i>also</i> receive a beautiful set of handmade, eco-friendly note card sets!!</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Check it out here! http://www.fairtradedesigns.com/cloud-note-cards/</strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Looking for the perfect Mother's Day present? What better place to find one than the huge Mother's Day Giveaway Hop hosted by Rude Mom! Join tons of fabulous bloggers in this huge giveaway hop! Every blog you visit will feature a giveaway with a minimum prize value of $25! </span><span style="font-size: large;">Be sure to check out the beautiful, hand crafted place mats from </span><a href="http://www.bullocksbuzz.com/2013/04/fair-trade-designs-ethical-shopping.html" rel="nofollow" style="font-size: x-large;" target="_blank">Fair Trade Designs</a><span style="font-size: large;"> you can win on Bullock's Buzz! You can enter below through the Hop or click on the above link which will take you to the actual review and giveaway page!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Welcome to the You are My Sunshine Mother's Day Blog Hop!</strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>I decided to name the hop You Are My Sunshine because my son D.J., who as you all know has autism, sings that song to me daily when he gives me hugs...what better why to say I love you than to have your 12 year old son singing that song to you daily. He is one of my reason for living and he makes me proud to be his mother. I know there are moms out there who don't have that anymore for some reason or another, but that doesn't mean that on Mother's Day they shouldn't be remembered. Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs on this planet and comes with absolutely no pay, except the unconditional love of a child. We want to say thank you to all of the mothers out there by throwing the best Mother's Day Hop you have ever seen!</strong></span></h5>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>It’s time to kick-off the Mother’s Day Blog Hop! Join me and my blogging friends for a bunch amazing giveaways for our mommy readers! Moms have a very hard job and if we are only going to get 1 day a year to celebrate then we are going to do it big! At the bottom of the post you will see a TON of links to different giveaways. Feel free to enter as many as you like and good luck!!!</strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>You let me know you love me,</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><strong> In so many different ways.</strong></span>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong> To comfort and to care.</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><strong> I know I'm in your thoughts;</strong></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><strong> Your love follows me everywhere.</strong></span></center>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Thank you for all you've done</strong></span>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong> You're a heaven-sent blessing to me.</strong></span></center>
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Today is the day! I have chosen the winners from FOUR giveaways: all three Plant Therapy Essential Oils and the Blue Steel Deep Violet ring!! That means we have FOUR winners to announce! So keep reading to find out if you are one of the lucky four! And if you didn’t win this time, we have plenty of awesome giveaways for you to enter right now, and more starting this week! And now…</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Plant Therapy Giveaway #1</span></strong><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Plant Therapy Giveaway #2</span></strong><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">…JESSICA TORRES DY!</span></strong><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Plant Therapy Giveaway #3</span></strong><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">…LAVONNE LONG!</span></strong><br />
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">…ASHLEY DAVIS!</span></em></strong><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184436906335638331.post-61951956007631970352013-04-15T16:23:00.001-05:002013-04-16T14:07:37.194-05:00BIG Treat, BIG Taste , BIG COOKIE!<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">A Cookie-Lover’s Dream</span></strong><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"></span> I received these items for free for the purpose of review. Regardless, all opinions are my own.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">“Me Want Cookie!” </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">“Me Eat Cookie!” </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">“Cookie! Umm-nom-nom-nom-nom!” </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Sound like anyone you know? If so, have I got a treat for you! Delicious, home-made-style gourmet cookies with a great big taste and the name to go with it, <a href="http://www.1bigcookie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>BIG Cookie</strong></a>! I recently had the opportunity to sample some of these delicious <a href="http://www.1bigcookie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>gourmet cookies</strong></a> and was quite impressed.</span><br />
<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Z3COtZMSN6w/UWxvwk91tYI/AAAAAAAAMYg/nGN5a2oEXqI/s1600-h/bigcookie%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="bigcookie" border="0" height="404" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-3TABOdvo4Nc/UWxvxIT0BrI/AAAAAAAAMYo/U-8-c27iLTc/bigcookie_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="bigcookie" width="644" /></a><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Created by Aaron, a civil engineer turned cookie baker, each gourmet BIG Cookie is the perfect combination of taste and texture. Using the finest ingredients available, then baking until they are perfectly done, the result is a soft, yet not too chewy, cookie with a yummy <a href="http://www.1bigcookie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>homemade cookie</strong></a> taste. </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Not only are these cookies big in taste, but each one tips the scales at a whopping 2.6+ ounces! And size-wise they measure about 3” in diameter! making BIG Cookie the perfect name! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Presently there are <a href="http://www.1bigcookie.com/collections/big-cookies" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>10 delectable flavors</strong></a> available, and I had the chance to try 3 of them: Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Unity, Oatmeal Cinnamon Raisin Harvest and Smooth Butterscotch Walnut!</span><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://www.1bigcookie.com/products/milk-chocolate-peanut-butter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Unity</a></span></strong><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>-</strong>a tasty, slightly sweet cookie filled with yummy morsels of creamy peanut butter and large chunks of rich milk chocolate! Truly a match made in heaven!</span><br />
<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-M6b0LCanUq0/UWxvxqpo0oI/AAAAAAAAMYw/jKozqUOIRk0/s1600-h/bigcookie%252520020%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img alt="bigcookie 020" border="0" height="484" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-adOkSA_cDts/UWxvyD1h1_I/AAAAAAAAMY4/shAMfHw-DeM/bigcookie%252520020_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="bigcookie 020" width="544" /></a> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-XHJoJtyW9o8/UWxvyttWu4I/AAAAAAAAMZA/njjbDC5jLEo/s1600-h/bigcookie4.jpg"><img alt="bigcookie4" border="0" height="484" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-BQYn68aJLSM/UWxvyzu92aI/AAAAAAAAMZI/MiudVqWJE-U/bigcookie4_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="bigcookie4" width="644" /></a><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://www.1bigcookie.com/products/big-smooth-butterscotch-walnut" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smooth Butterscotch Walnut</a></span></strong><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">-as soon as I opened the package I could smell the deliciously sweet aroma of butterscotch! Each scrumptious bite is filled with the taste of creamy butterscotch morsels and big, tender walnuts.</span><br />
<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1tViKghc59s/UWxvzmY-M7I/AAAAAAAAMZQ/m5QamtFlcfA/s1600-h/bigcookie%252520023%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img alt="bigcookie 023" border="0" height="484" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-14S8_lV6TG4/UWxvzz_2ocI/AAAAAAAAMZY/Yu0eDZdsDOg/bigcookie%252520023_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="bigcookie 023" width="644" /></a> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FWNukFCN_9c/UWxv0qTolvI/AAAAAAAAMZg/kpFvqop_VVU/s1600-h/bigcookie%252520026%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img alt="bigcookie 026" border="0" height="484" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-gAZNuBrlJRM/UWxv0zq5ZPI/AAAAAAAAMZo/14XA7MtwN88/bigcookie%252520026_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="bigcookie 026" width="503" /></a> <br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://www.1bigcookie.com/products/big-oatmeal-cinnamon-raisin-harvest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oatmeal Cinnamon Raisin Harvest</a></span></strong> <br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>-</strong>a new twist on a classic cookie that is generously flavored with cinnamon and filled with tons of crunchy oats and tender, sweet raisins.</span><br />
<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9xRaakVzSXQ/UWxv1t8hJcI/AAAAAAAAMZw/sReJDazxGrE/s1600-h/bigcookie%252520022%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img alt="bigcookie 022" border="0" height="484" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_vSUfboUzwc/UWxv113yBOI/AAAAAAAAMZ4/CjqhqxyDAkQ/bigcookie%252520022_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="bigcookie 022" width="513" /></a> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-dlbHdNFoYeg/UWxv2kkooEI/AAAAAAAAMaA/cZSmrQdSfuQ/s1600-h/bigcookie%252520025%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img alt="bigcookie 025" border="0" height="484" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--eqp1DUHt24/UWxv3PPCtoI/AAAAAAAAMaI/8NjSP4j18bQ/bigcookie%252520025_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="bigcookie 025" width="644" /></a><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">My Verdict</span></strong><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> All three cookies had a made-from-scratch, fresh-baked taste, and were filled with chunks of chocolate, large raisins and other fillings. Since they come in individual bags, storage was simple. </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I highly recommend these to anyone who loves delicious, gourmet cookies! '</span><br />
<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-f5Ek6n1gdDE/UWxv3ovBjFI/AAAAAAAAMaQ/eoiTVjawhwo/s1600-h/bigcookie%252520029%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img alt="bigcookie 029" border="0" height="435" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-9mt586D5aeI/UWxv4Khk2DI/AAAAAAAAMaY/gdGmTkFIgeE/bigcookie%252520029_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="bigcookie 029" width="644" /></a><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Available directly through the BIG Cookie website, simply go to <a href="http://www.1bigcookie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>http://www.1bigcookie.com/</strong></a> and pick out your favorite flavors. You can get them in either boxes of 6 or of 12, and they also offer customizable gift packs! Satisfy your inner Cookie Monster with the great big taste if BIG Cookie!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Everyone loves to save, and everyone loves to shop! What if I told you there was this great new <a href="http://www.rewardtab.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>consumer loyalty program</b></a> where every time you purchased a gift card, you could earn points towards another card of your choice? Cards that never expire and can be stacked with other offers to save even more! I know! I know! There are already plenty of similar programs and it takes quite a bit to be able to earn anything for free, and the selections are not even worth trying to get, especially since it takes forever to get your reward! Well, with this program, it is completely different! It is actually quite simple to earn free reward gift cards from a large selection of great merchants, and you get your rewards quickly…so no waiting! Sound too good to be true? Well, it’s not!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> I was lucky enough to find this out for myself when I was given the opportunity to experience this new program first hand! I simply went to the site, picked out a gift card from one of my favorite stores, and in return I earned points, known as TABS, that I can use towards future gift cards! And it wasn’t just a measly amount of TABS either! According to the site, members typically earn a $10 gift card with every other transaction! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> What is this awesome new loyalty program called? <a href="http://www.rewardtab.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>RewardTAB</strong></a>! Based on a popular Canadian product, RewardTAB offers consumers like you and I free gift cards for shopping at our everyday favorite stores like JC Penny, CVS, Old Navy and many more. Once we collect enough points, or TABS, we can use them towards a free gift card at a store of our choice! Stores like The Children's Place, Cooking.com, Sears, Kmart and even PayPal cash! You are literally buying gift cards to earn gift cards!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>How Does It Work?</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> It’s simple! Once you become a member, you just purchase an electronic gift card of your choice to any of the 150 participating merchants, and it will be sent directly to your e-mail or smartphone, ready for immediate use. The amount of TABS you earn will depend both on the merchant and the amount of the gift card you purchase. It can vary anywhere from 25 TABS to more than 1,700! The higher amount the gift card is worth, the more TABS you get. 1000 TABS is equivalent to $10, 2500 TABS is equivalent to $25.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Here’s What I Did</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Taking advantage of the free $5, or 500 TABS, I received when I signed up and made my first purchase, along with the TABS I received from the gift card I chose, I was able to amass 600 TABS. I now only need 400 more TABS until I can pick my first $10 reward gift card! </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Remember, when you sign up and make your first purchase, you will get $5 worth of tabs! I have no idea how long this will last, so hurry and take advantage of it!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>What’s the Catch?</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> If you are anything like me, at this point you are trying to figure out the catch! Maybe you think the selection of participating merchants is not so good? Well, let me give you an idea of just a few of the stores that are available for gift card purchase and redemption:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Fandango, Zappos, Omaha Steaks, Groupon, Timberland, </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Banana Republic, Bath and Body Works, Sephora, Best Buy, </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">PetSupplies.com, Marriot Travel Card, Chili's, Champs, Build- </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> A-</span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">Bear, Papa Johns…and so many more!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> Maybe you think the amount of tabs you earn from each purchase is too small to amount to anything so you are worried you will have to spend tons just to earn a little? Not so. As I mentioned, according to RewardTAB, on average, a member will typically earn a gift card with every other transaction. From what I could tell, and compared to many other similar programs, RewardTAB’s ratio of what you have to spend vs. what you earn, is pretty good. Plus, there are plenty of ways save! Check out the examples…</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Some Savvy Shopping Savings from the RewardTAB Site</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">-If you buy gift cards to stores that carry items you need, and don’t buy just to splurge, then you will wind up saving money in the long run because you will be earning money back in the form of another gift card or even PayPal cash. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">-Use your gift card to purchase items that are on sale and save. Use coupons, too!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">-For higher priced items purchase multiple cards to the same merchant to maximize the amount of TABS you earn. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">-Triple your savings </span><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">by first purchasing a gift card with a credit card that offers points or cash back on purchases. Then, secondly, redeem that gift card to get items that are on sale, and then, third, collect any applicable store-specific loyalty points with your purchase! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;">There are plenty of ways to save and earn more!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>My Verdict?</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong> </strong>Overall, I believe this is one of the better loyalty/rewards program out there. Their selection of gift cards that you can buy and earn is better than many other programs out there. The ratio of what you have to spend to what you will earn seems to be a better than average as well. Of course, the higher amount gift card you buy, the more TABS you get, which means the quicker you will be able to redeem. Like all of these programs, if you use it to purchase gift cards or even gifts for someone, I think it is great because you will get more for your money since you will be saving money by earning money back in the form of gift cards. Likewise, if you use it to purchase items you need, for example at CVS, then it is a great way to save money by earning money back. Especially if you can combine it with other ways to save. In summary, very simply put, if you got to spend it, then spend it on a gift card to get what you need so you can get something back! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Sounds Pretty Good! What Now?</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: x-large;"> To get in on the savings, simply go to <a href="http://www.rewardtab.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>http://www.rewardtab.com/</strong></a>. Once there, become a member, then start the shopping and rewarding! One important note, RewardTAB uses PayPal, so you must have a PayPal account with a confirmed e-mail to use the service.</span><br />
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Get rid of dandruff by applying 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to your hair. Shampoo, then rinse with water. Then rinse again with a mixture of 2 tablespoons of lemon juice with 2 cups of water. Repeat every other day until dandruff is gone.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">4. Spray on hair, then go outside and sit in sunlight for natural looking highlights. Rinsing hair with lemon juice will make it shiny as the citric acid removes build up from shampoo and styling products. Use a quarter cup of lemon juice mixed with 1 cup of water.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">5. Use a paste made from lemon juice and salt to gently exfoliate skin. Lemon juice applied to the face with a cotton ball will act as a natural astringent and will eliminate oil and tighten pores. Eliminate blackheads by applying lemon juice to the blackhead right before you go to bed. When you wake in the morning rinse with cool water. Repeat for several nights, until you see a big improvement.</font></p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" src="http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p294/yesican88/Lemons_zps835c7438.jpg" width="640" height="429"></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">6. </font><font size="6" face="Gabriola">Run out of deodorant? Cut a lemon in half or use a wedge and apply to your underarms. The citric acid will kill the odor-causing bacteria.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">7. Poison Ivy? Rash? Unbearably itchy skin? Apply lemon juice directly to affected area to soothe and keep the rash from spreading.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">8. Stop minor cuts from bleeding and prevent infection by applying lemon juice with a cotton ball.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">9. Sore feet? Rough hands? Apply lemon juice, rinse then massage with olive oil.</font></p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" src="http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq165/tikibata1/lemons-1.jpg" width="640" height="477"><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">10. Squeeze a little bit of lemon juice on cut fruits and vegetables like apples, avocados, pears and potatoes to keep them from turning brown. </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">11. Perk up wilted lettuce by soaking it for one hour in a bowl of cold water mixed with the juice of one lemon.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">12. Deodorize a cutting board from odors cause by fish, garlic and more by cleaning the board with lemon juice. Will also sanitize the board when you run a lemon slice over it. Remove tough stains from light colored plastic or wooden cutting boards by covering it with lemon juice and leaving it on for 20 minutes then rinsing with cold water.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">13. Adding a few drops of lemon juice to a pot of simmering rice will keep it from sticking to the pot.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">14. Remove soft cheese or other sticky foods from a grater by rubbing both sides of it with the pulp side of a cut lemon.</font></p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" src="http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o227/huhmommy/lemonsh1.jpg"></p> <p> </p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">15. Clean brass, copper and stainless steel sinks by making a paste from lemon juice and salt. Scrub the surface gently, then rinse with water.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">16. Use as an alternative to toxic insect repellants! Bugs like ants, roaches, spiders and more are very sensitive to smells. Squirt lemon juice along window sills, baseboards, into cracks, and in the thresholds of doors. Also add lemon juice to your floor wash to mop your floors, this will also repel insects. </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">17. Use lemon juice to clean hard water stains, debris and other marks from glass. Apply straight to a sponge for tough jobs, or dilute a few tablespoons in a cup of water and spray it on for regular jobs. </font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">18. Remove stains caused by sweat, wine, berries, mildew and more by using lemon juice. For durable fabrics make a paste of lemon juice and salt, then rub it on the stain. More delicate materials require a gentler touch, just saturate with lemon juice then wash it out. For ink stains, be sure to apply immediately</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">19. Adding a quarter cup of lemon juice to the wash will act as a natural bleach and brighten your whites.</font></p> <p><font size="6" face="Gabriola">20. Clean your microwave by using a solution of four tablespoons of lemon juice to 1 cup of water in a microwave safe bowl. Boil for 5 minutes allowing the steam to condense of the walls of the microwave. Wipe clean. </font></p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" src="http://i1216.photobucket.com/albums/dd377/ratetherandom3/Round%202/lemons.jpg" width="614" height="480"><font size="6" face="Gabriola"></font></p> Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12475227226556134516noreply@blogger.com32