{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Champion Me Books~Giveaway!

Every night out family all jumps into bed and we read a few books to our daughter.  She really enjoys it and we are always on the look out for great books.  When I was offered the chance to try Champion Me Books, I was excited to let my daughter know.  They offer Personalized Children's Books that place your child in their own adventure!

My daughter and I sat down to make her books.  We were lucky enough to get to make all four ebooks to try.  The books are:

[Your Child] vs the Scribble Monster
In a world of gadgets and machines, our Hero sets out on a crazy adventure to find a cure for a patient with a VERY bizarre ailment!

[Your Child] in Gadgetland
In a world of gadgets and machines, our Hero sets out on a crazy adventure to find a cure for a patient with a VERY bizarre ailment!

[Your Child]& the Stonkeropolous
When a frightening screech sends the town soldiers running to their mommies, our Hero sets out to face off with the mysterious beast alone! 

[Your Child] in the Great Escape of Mighty Star!
In the form of...a deer! A bird! A dog! Whatever it takes for our Hero to protect the magical existence of all things cute and cuddly from a power-hungry wizard!





Each of the has a fully customizable hero.  My daughter clapped her hands she was so excited to make herself into a cartoon character. Along with choosing hair, skin and eye color you can choose hair styles and facial feature shapes.  Plus your child is able to choose the color of the clothes they wear in the book.

All of the books are very cutely illustrated!  The stories were easy to follow and kept the attention of a two year old.  I was impressed that they were 34 pages long too.  Most children's books are way shorter.  My daughter loved seeing herself in the books and was asking to make more. Her favorite was the Great Escape of Mighty Star.  It has everything a little girl loves, fairies and a unicorn!  I think that these would make great gifts for any small child or expectant mommy!  These books are the kind that you save forever for your child.

Enter below to win a soft cover book of your own!

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Zoobies Giveaway!

The Sublime Media Connection has another giveaway in store for you that I thought I would share.  This would be a great gift for any little one who loves animals.  I am thinking about getting one of them for my daughter for Christmas!  Good luck!

Zoobies Blanket Pets are more than just a toy- they are a pet, a pillow and a blanket all in one. Who doesn't love a multi-tasking product that is adorable and fun?

Sara had the opportunity to review Puddles the Pig. Find out what her 2 year of son thinks of this unique product by reading her review here.

One lucky reader is going to win their choice of a Zoobie Blanket Pet! This giveaway begins on 10/15 and ends on 10/29. Enter via the rafflecopter form below.

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Cinderella Enchanted Carriage Vanity Giveaway

Last week, I was looking for Christmas present for my little one and ran across the toy vanity.  I knew my daughter would love it!  So when I got the chance to participate in this giveaway, I had to do it.  Good luck from Blabs from a SAHM and TW!

Welcome to the Cinderella Enchanted Carriage Vanity Giveaway!

Sponsored by Kmart

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Do you plan to surprise your little one this Christmas with a cool new toy? Check out the Kmart Fab 15 Toy List to find out what's hot on the market this holiday season! Plus, rank the toys on the list and enter the sweepstakes to win your favorite one! One toy is being given away each day until November 22. Be sure to visit daily for a new chance to win!

Better yet, you could win this gorgeous Cinderella Enchanted Carriage Vanity right here! As one of the top rated toys on the Fab 15 list, it has a retail value of $99.99!

Product features:
~This Enchanted Carriage Vanity will help you arrive in style!
~Press the Cinderella icon on the Pumpkin to magically reveal a deluxe shoe ring
~Cinderella icon activated color change light feature around the mirror!
~Plays 3 classic Cinderella Phrases
~Enchanted Vanity comes with matching stool
~Drawers for beauty accessory storage
~Over 3 Feet tall!

One lucky winner will receive their very own Cinderella Enchanted Carriage Vanity! Good luck!

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{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Teach My Toddler

Like every other mother, I think that my daughter is very smart.  I am lucky to have a child that loves everything about learning.  We are constantly singing the ABC's or speaking in Spanish(she actually knows more than I do!).  I knew after I first looked at the Teach My Toddler Kit that she would be thrilled.  

Teach My has different kits for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.  I selected the toddler kit and was excited to see everything that it included.  The kit comes with four sections: Alphabet, Numbers, Colors, and Shapes.  It comes in a storage case and each subject is separated.  I really like that everything is really organized and easy to find. My daughter's playroom seems to suck everything into a black hole.  I will open a pack of flashcards and when I go to put them away almost half are missing. 

The entire Teach My Toddler Set includes:
~4 Board Books
~4 Full-Size Posters 
~5 Foam Puzzles 
~50+ Flashcards 
~Teaching Guide 
~Storage Case

As soon as I got the kit in the mail, we opened it.  There was a ton of material and I was real impressed with the quality of everything.  The flashcards are really sturdy which is really important for toddlers. The color flashcards are my favorite.  The color side is just solid color, not a picture of something that color.  If a flashcard has a picture of a carrot on it for the color orange, my daughter notices the carrot more than the color. I hung all the posters up in her playroom.  The alphabet poster is a topic of discussion every day in our house.  "Mama, what is a newt?" 

My daughter knows all her colors and shapes but I found this to be a great way to refresh her memory.  She really liked doing the puzzles because she knew where all of the pieces went.  We have mostly been working on her ABC's and numbers.  She knows how to count so we are working more on number recognition.  WE have been reading the foam books and doing the puzzles and flashcards almost every day.  

I love that this is a whole learning system all in one place.  No more finding a great alphabet book but finding out there isn't a similar number book as well.  This is an easy to follow, fun system that any little one would enjoy doing!  I recommend this for anyone who has a little one from ages six months to five years old!  

You can buy a whole kit for only $49.99 or just a section starting out at $14.99.  Order here!

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Tomorrow is Unity Day!

Unity Day was developed to help end bullying.  Kids every single day are being bullied and most feel like there is nothing that they can do to stop it.  We can end bullying if every parent and adult becomes informed!

How can you help spread the word(via National Bully Prevention Center):

What are your true colors when it comes to bullying? If you care about students who are bullied and want bullying to end, make your color ORANGE on Unity Day, Wednesday, Oct. 10. That's the day everyone can link together—in schools, communities and online—and send one large, ORANGE message of support to students who have experienced bullying. 

Ways to unite on Oct. 10: In your school, home or community: 1. Wear the color orange. 2. Write the word “UNITY” on your hand, on your notebook, or on a poster to hang in your locker or hallway 3. Set up a “unity” table. a. Hand out orange “unity ribbons.” (Create your own ribbons. Purchase a spool of ribbon at craft or dollar store. Cut into 12” strips. With black marker, on the ribbon, write UNITY, “The End of Bullying Begins With Me”, or create your own bullying prevention message) b. Give the opportunity to donate for the ribbons and send the proceeds to PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center.  

Online: 4. On Oct. 10, update your Facebook status to “UNITY DAY, October 10th— Join the movement to make it orange and make it end! If you are being bullied, you are not alone. Unite and be a champion against bullying! 5. “Share” the Unity Day event with your friends.6. Post pictures of anyone wearing orange to this UNITY DAY Event page. 7. Sign “The End of Bullying Begins With You” Petition.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month! If your can't be involved in Unity Day, try to help spread the word in other ways.

Unreal Candy!

The name says it all, Unreal.  When we first received it I automatically checked out the food facts on the back of every box/bag. The simple fact is this candy is amazing!   When I think of candy I always think about my teeth getting cavities or the kids becoming little chubsters from all  the calories in them.  My belly really does like this almost as much as my tastebuds!  As I was browsing the website getting all the information to give readers and people attending the party, I saw something that thought I never would on a candy website.  They were promoting eating fruit - see below!  

Why Fruit

UNREAL^™ RECOMMENDS EATING FRUIT TO HIT YOUR SWEET SPOT. IT'S LOADED WITH THE NUTRITION YOUR BODY NEEDS AND TASTES GREAT.

The first thing I noticed different about this candy was the coloring.  When I was sampling the Chocolate Candy Shell Peanuts I pulled out a greenish color to show the group.  Many giggled and said it looked like crushed peas, but tasted like goodness! 

What makes UNREAL™ products unique?

Our candies contain no artificial flavors, preservatives or hormones; no GMO’s (genetically modified organisms); no hydrogenated oils; and no corn syrup. Instead, we use real sugar, natural oils, and real milk. Also, you don’t need to travel to a fancy health food store or pay a premium to buy our candy, it’s only available where junk food is available.

One of the main things I wanted to share with everyone is how different the Nutrition Facts are from the Unreal brand compared to a well-known brand.  See them below! 

The full taste of actual chocolate was astonishing in these.  If you love chocolate, hot cocoa, and a smooth texture than these are for you! 

If you can actually make candy that includes peanuts less than 250 calories, bring them to me!  Well lookie there, Unreal did!  This type of Unreal candy was great - it even had a more natural peanut taste than the "other" brands do.  

How can you do this?  I feel like Pinterest is ruining my diet because I recently found a "salad" that this would be amazing to make out of.  Yum Yum! 

I love apples, but this candy bar did taste better.  How can it only have 170 calories?  Because it is Unreal! 

Because many people love the peanut butter covered in smooth chocolate, I knew this would be a hit.  I loved that people keep saying how good it is and they can not believe it is less calories.  I replied, "It is Unreal!" Ha...Ha..Ha....  (:

After we tried all the candy and everyone was presently surprised with their goodie bags, the first question was "Where can I get this?"  Well just go to this link :)    If you want to keep track of the company and watch out for coupons do not forget to LIKE them on FB!

Boogie Wipes Giveaway!

It is starting to get cold here in Iowa and it is the beginning of cold/flu season. Not a fun time at all. When kids are sick they usually have a runny nose and Kleenex is so rough on their nose. Boogie Wipes are a great alternative to Kleenex.

Boogie Wipes are the first ever saline nose wipes. They are a great solution for sore, red and runny noses. Boogie Wipes were developed by moms of tired of chasing runny noses. Pediatricians recommend Boogie Wipes as a gentle alternative to a dry tissue.

Boogie Wipes are made with a unique formula that dissolves mucus. They also moisturize with Vitamin E, Chamomile & Aloe. They are alcohol free, hypoallergenic and gentle enough for all ages.

Boogie Wipes are sold nationwide at Target, ToysRUs, Walgreens, Walmart and more. You can also buy them online.

You can purchase Boogie Wipes in different scents.
~fresh scent
~unscented
~menthol
~grape

Connect with Boogie Wipes on Facebook. Right now they have Backpacks, Binders, Boogie Wipes, Oh-my! Contest where schools had to submit how their school boogies. They have 3 prizes including $500, a year supply of Boogie wipes and other cool prizes. You can vote here.

You can go to Boogie Wipes website to print a $0.50 coupon.

My Review:

My son started Kindergarten this year and he is bringing home so many germs. My daughter got croup twice in one month and my son has had it once and now has a bad cough. The sickness never ends. I love boogie wipes they are so gentle and don't leave their noses raw and sore. The wipes are so soft and I love all of the different scents. Boogie Wipes are a must have for any parent. I know I will always carry a package in the diaper bag or my purse to be prepared for the sniffles.

I received the above products through Sublime Media Connection in exchange for an honest review. In no way was I asked to give a positive review.

This review was done by April

April is a stay at home mom of a 5 year old boy and 2 year old girl. April loves blogging and has met some wonderful people that way. She love saving money for her family and teaching other people how they can do the same. April’s favorite things to do is play with her kids and read when she can find time. April blogs at http://www.savingformyfamily.com


One lucky winner is going to win 2 packs of Boogie Wipes (30 count). This giveaway begins 0n 10/8 and ends 0n 10/22.


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Delta Eclipse Glider & Ottoman Combo Giveaway!

My sister is about to have a baby so I was searching for great gifts for new mama's.  I came across this great giveaway and had to share!  Good Luck!

This event is hosted by Bella Savvy and sponsored by Delta Children's Products!

Delta Children’s Products offers a wide range of the finest children’s furniture to fit nearly any nursery decor — from cribs, to dressers and gliders, they have it all in beautiful styles and finishes.

Want to know more about these amazing products? Check out my recent review!

WIN IT!

PRIZE:

Eclipse Glider & Ottoman combo (in the stain/color of your choice) -- $200 value

EVENT DATES: October 5, 2012 – October 19, 2012

Open to US residents ages 18+. To enter, please use the rafflecopter form below. And don’t forget to come back daily to gain additional entries. The more entries you have, the better your odds of winning.
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{2012 Holiday Gift Guide}Pop Grrl Nail Charms

My daughter over the last few months has really became a girly girl.  She is always asking for make up on and her nails painted.  I am constantly trying to do nail art(trying the key word)!  She keeps asking me to paint her nail with designs but it is way to hard to do on a wiggling toddler.  So when I discovered Pop Grrl Nail Charms, I knew she would love them!

About Pop Grrl Nail Charms:

"Pop Grrl Nail Charms feature the newest innovation of stick-on nails with poppin’ designs,
creating a unique 3D look! Girls will be setting the trend at home and school with hottest new
fashion accessory. Pop Grrl Nail Charms have a variety of designs, including top licenses that girls love. The new Pop Grrl product lines from The Wish Factory are perfect for any fashonista!" 

 We tried the Bow So Cute and Blow Pop styles of nails.  I was worried that I would have to glue them on her nails but they have a sticky backing instead.  The nails stay on but also are easy to take off if your child wants to.  My daughter is still young so her nails were too small for some of the nails.  But she really didn't mind!  She had so much fun putting them on and wearing them around the house all day.  

The bear in the the Bow So Cute style!

Trying on the first one!

The full set of Blow Pop nails.  The grapes are scented!

I know that my niece would love these also.  The nails are only $6.99 so they would be a great stocking stuffer!   While I wouldn't let my daughter wear fake nails all the time, it is a nice treat!

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PackAways!

I love organization.  I mean LOVE it.  When I had the chance to review these I knew exactly what I was going to use it for ... but I had to narrow my list down because I only got 2.  I received the Pink and Green  boxes.  They were so easy to assemble and were automatically taken for kids toys. Hubbs brother was in the process of moving and these were the best things to stick the toys that were contantly in use.  As the house was getting fixed (paint, cleaning, etc.), I constantly heard how amazing it was to just have these within reach to keep the kids occupied.  It was even better because the colors were so bright and different, the kids did not fight over which box was theirs! The teacher in me still added their names to the write on area with my Dry Erase Marker though :)  If I even get these back, hopefully, I will use them for my classroom!  Teachers absolutely love organization ad boxes that are simple to put together and pack as these are.

Packaways is a brand new Storage Box that ships and stores in the flat position. When needed, simply press on opposing corners and the bottom "Automatically" folds into place and locks. When not in use, simply press on the bottom and the box folds back down flat for easy, out of the way storage. Ideal for homes, apartments or living quarters where use is intermittent and space is tight. Many applications: Moving; Back To School; Organizing The Kids' Rooms; Basement or Garage; Seasonal Items, etc. You can color code your things or have the colors match your decor. Proudly made in the U.S.A. from durable corrugated plastic. Great for harsh storage conditions or long-term storage since moisture and humidity won't effect the integrity of the boxes. Will last hundreds of cycles under normal circumstances. Comes with 2 Wipe Away Panels that allow you to conveniently identify the contents of the box. If you use China Dry Erase Markers, you can simply Wipe Away the previous contents and remark the box. Please go to www.packaways.com for more information.

 I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Juppy Baby Walker Giveaway!

Learning to walk is such an exciting development for babies and parents, but it can be difficult for both. Bending over to hold your baby's hands while they toddle along can be very painful on your back, and putting your baby in a traditional baby walker can increase their risk of injury and doesn't help teach them to balance properly. So, I was very excited when I found out we'd get the chance to try the Juppy Baby Walker!

I'd seen the Juppy on TV and around the blogosphere, but I hadn't really given it much thought. My oldest was already walking when I first discovered it. But, now that we have our new little guy, Avery, I'm glad I gave it another look. It's really a very simple concept---one of those "why didn't I think of that?" products that makes perfect sense. It's a harness that supports your baby with two long straps that the parent holds to help keep the baby balanced. So, instead of hunching over to hold your baby's hands, you stand up straight and let your baby learn to balance and walk naturally, with his hands at his sides. And the Juppy is doctor recommended for both babies and parents due to the decreased risk of back injuries for parents and arm injuries for babies from parents holding their arms too tightly while they walk. As someone who struggles with a persistent back injury, I'm relieved to have an alternative to bending over when Avery starts walking.

Even though Avery is too young to think about crawling or walking yet, the Juppy is one size fits all, so even our two month old could try it out! And he really liked it. We put it on him and stood him up on the ground while I supported his weight with the straps. He happily gurgled and pushed along with his legs, trying to stand and take little steps as I slowly walked along. It's amazing how even a two month old has a natural instinct to take steps. And the second time I put it on him to get some pictures, he gave me the biggest grin!

I think it's safe to say that the Juppy is a keeper for our household. It's made of 100% cotton and machine washable, so it should be easy to maintain as Avery grows. And, it folds up nice and small and can fit in a purse or diaper bag. I can definitely see taking it along to the park or playgroup as Avery grows and starts wanting to waddle around all the time. It will help him feel independent as he walks around but will keep him close and safe while he's still learning. No toddlers waddling off this time around!

You can purchase the Juppy right now online at TheJuppy.com for $29.95 in blue, pink, or black, and you can even customize it with your baby's name. Plus, right now they are offering free shipping to the US and Canada. And each Juppy comes with a handy carrying case.


One lucky reader is going to win a Juppy Baby Walker, winners choice of blue or black with a one word personalization. This giveaway begins 0n 10/2 and ends on 10/16. Open to US and Canadian residents.

This review was completed by Sarah B.

Sarah is a military wife and stay at home mom to a 2 and a half year old and a 2 month old. She loves to bake, craft, and play with her little guys, and enjoys blogging about her experiences as her children teach her how to be a parent. Read about all her adventures at The Education of a Stay at Home Mom.

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For the birds...

I am a Pinterst addict.  I was beyond excited when Google Play Store finally got the app, now I'm getting an iPhone and will have to learn how to use it all over again!   Ahh!

I found this on my homepage from one of our followers, a good friend of ours who rode the bus with us for 10+ school years and was in my little brothers grade.  It is called "10 habits for a well-run home."

Hold the bus!  There are actually well ran homes?  Lets look at the 'helpful hints' they gave us and see how well we fare!

1. Wake up early
2.Go to bed earlier
3. Evening Preperations
4. Institute meal planning
5. Do 1 complete load of laundry a day
6. Finish dishes before bed
7. A place for everything, everything in place
8. 5 min. bathroom cleaning per day
9. Bedtime routine
10. Do not say yes to new requests

For day to day actions, I failed miserably.  Being an overachiever naturally, I laughed hysterically when I read the article and told myself they were trying to make us strive to be the perfect housewife and mother.  Who finds time to do all of this?  Although they are great ideas and if used correctly would make life easier, they left out big aspects of every day life!  What about play time with your children or animals?  Teaching socialization skills and active play are a big part of molding a child.  When I was in HS I remember my mom doing many of these, but life is chaos and will always remain so. Also, waking up early is for the birds :)

If life was not filled with chaos I  would not know what to do!

AVEENO Baby Giveaway!

Whether you're an expectant mom planning a skin care regimen, a new mom seeking information on relieving the irritation and discomfort of diaper rash or eczema, or an experienced mom interested in toddler skin care, AVEENO Baby has a skin care and hair care solution!

AVEENO Baby Daily Moisture Lotion is a non-greasy formula that contains natural colloidal oatmeal and rich emollients to soothe, heal and protect your baby’s delicate, dry skin. It is formulated to moisturize for a full 24 hours and can be used every day to help keep your baby’s skin soft, smooth and healthy.

• Tear-Free: AVEENO^â Baby^Ô Wash & Shampoo provides gentle, tear-free cleansing for hair and body.
• Gentle to eyes and skin: AVEENO^â Baby^Ô Wash & Shampoo is soap-free, tear-free and cleans without drying or irritating.
• Lightly fragranced: AVEENO^â Baby^Ô Wash & Shampoo provides a light, soft and clean fragrance.
• Two-in-one: AVEENO^â Baby^Ô Wash & Shampoo allows for maximum convenience since both hair and body can be washed with one easy-to-use product.
• Doctor recommended: Baby^Ô Wash & Shampoo is formulated with natural oatmeal -- known for it’s soothing properties. It is part of the AVEENO^â Brand, recommended by doctors for more than 50 years.

Where to buy: Nationwide – Food, Drug and Mass Merchandisers

Ten lucky readers will receive a AVEENO® Baby® Daily Moisture Lotion 8 oz. Tube!

Hosted by Mom to Bed by 8, Real Mom Reviews, Powered By Mom, Baby Costcutters and Motherhood Looms.

Giveaway ends October 13th at 11:59pm, open Worldwide, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. 

Good luck from us at Blabs from a SAHM and TW!

Susan Brown's Baby Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer~Review

Although my daughter is too young to go to school, many of her activities start at the same time school does. She just started dance class and there are 13 other little ones in her class. At the end of each class after holding hands and rolling around on the floor, they each get a lollipop.  Those dirty hands go straight into their mouths.  I knew I had to be proactive in keeping her well.  When my daughter gets sick, she not only doesn't feel well but also gets very crappy.  When I heard that I was going to get to try Susan Brown's Baby Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer I knew that it would be great for her after dance class.

About the Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer(from their website):

"The must-have purse or diaper bag accessory! Our best selling Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer contains jojoba and vitamin E beads that will leave your hands feeling moisturized while decreasing the bacteria on your hands. Wont leave hands feeling sticky."

Filled with moisture beads!

When I think of hand sanitizers, I think of sticky messes that end up drying out my hands.  I almost never use hand sanitizers because of that feeling.  During the winter, my hands are always super dry so they are completely out of the question then.  Susan Brown's Baby is so different.  It somehow manages to leave your hand feeling like you just used lotion.  It left absolutely no residue but left my hands feeling clean.  There are moisture beads made with vitamin E and jojoba throughout the hand sanitizer.  I think that there is no way my hands would dry out after using it, making it perfect for winter!  It does smell like alcohol but leaves your hands with a fresh scent.  My hands almost have a fresh linen scent to them.

The hand sanitizer is dermatologist tested and free of both parabens and phthalates.  I really like that because it makes me feel safe using it on my daughter.  She really likes using it because of the pink and blue "dots".  I tossed this in my purse last week and have been using it almost every time we leave the house.  I put in on her every time we get in the car after we go to the store.  I would recommend this to any mom or soon-to-be mama!


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Carter's Watch The Wear~Review and Giveaway!

My daughter has really started to enjoy picking out her own clothes lately.  I really like her to choose her own clothes at the store but most of the time she ends up choosing something way too expensive.  Most of the time with children's clothes, they are either cheap or cute.  Then I discovered Carter's Watch the Wear.  Their clothes are both affordable and very stylish.  


About Carter's Watch the Wear(from their website):

"CARTER’S Watch the Wear brand is rooted deep in American history and Americana. Since its inception in 1859, over 150 years ago, by Henry W. Carter, in Lebanon, New Hampshire, the people of H.W. Carter & Sons and the CARTER’S Watch the Wear company have strived to achieve something they can take pride in, something that has been a symbol of quality in the making of sturdy denim workwear. Now they enter a new chapter in history while keeping the spirit and principles of Henry W. Carter alive. What was once designed for the men who hand built America, is now made for everyday families who keep America thriving."

I let my daughter pick out an outfit on thier website and she chose the  Carters Kids Clothes Stripe Top Legging Set in fuchsia.  Boo actually gasped when I took the outfit out of the package.  She loves anything that is pink so it was instantly a hit!  She also really liked that the shirt has a ruffle around the bottom of the shirt.  She danced all around that house watching the ruffles spin. Also, the top of the shirt has little rhinestones on it.  She kept calling them her "sparkles".   Her everyday outfit is usually leggings and a shirt so this was a great pick for her.  The best part of the outfit? The price!!  This two piece set is on sale right now for only $11!  Carter's Watch the Wear is a great company for anyone who is looking for great, affortable, cute kids clothes! 

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School of Wash

School of Wash handmade body lotion is scented with your Pick-A-Scent fragrance to provide long-lasting moisture and aroma. Concentrated with glycerin so it quickly absorbs into the skin, this light and airy lotion will keep your skin feeling silky-smooth, conditioned and moisturized never greasy or tacky. I used this the most after we came back from Jamaica and my skin was peeling on my legs oddly after I shaved.  I looked like a werido.  Anyway, I wanted to try so many lotions but could only choose one.  After much debate we decided on  The Blue one.  At first I did not think it had a strong smell, let alone any smell.  I then realized that some lotions are like this and we should try it after bath time.  The lotion itself is silky and does not feel like your skin is caked with something.  Applying after a bath might be the key to this lotion.  The smell was stronger then, just not as strong as I hoped it would be - compared to Bath&Body lotion scents.  My favorite part of this lotion had to be the container.  It was strong and could take a beating!  We dropped it so many times and because it is made from some type of metal (aluminum?) it survived. 

Apply after bathing to dry skin and step into an envelope of long-lasting fragrance. Paraben Free and Does NOT contain any Mineral Oil. 

Body Lotion Ingredients: Organic Aloe Juice, Coconut Oil, Emulsifying Wax NF, Palm Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Frangrance (unless Frangrance Free), Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Vegetable Glycerin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid.

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Toe Juice

 Toe Juice.  Sounds really gross right?  I promise it is not!

I had the chance to try Toe Juice for around 2 weeks.  I wish I had more time to see if it was minimizing my scars or if it was just hopefulness in my mind.  I have many scars from crazy gallbladder operations.  I tried it on one scar that was awful and large.  To me the area in the middle actually appeared to be smoother, while the edges were a little rough.  I am now making sure it covers the entire area, including the surrounding scar area.

In 1970, Royce Garner, a high school science teacher in Boise, Idaho, produced his first batch of Toe Juice®. His endeavor began when his infant son had flaking, dry, cracked feet. The many lotions and creams were ineffective and messy. So Royce did some research, went to his lab, and came out with a revolutionary new product. Not only did it fix and prevent further complications with his son's feet, but over the years many friends, family, and acquaintances have benefited from the strength of Royce's Toe Juice®. Those who benefited from the fast drying liquid, often encouraged Royce to take it public.

From others who have used this product, it seems there is an extensive list! Below are just a few reasons people love it and use it for:

• Acne
• Athletes foot
• Cold Sores
• Diabetic
• Eczema
• Foot Problems
• Ichthyosis Psoriasis
• Insect Bites
• Jock Itch
• Jungle Rot
• Misc. Skin Irritation
• Rashes
• Ringworm
• Warts

I did not use it for Acne but will try now! It does work in bites and Poison Ivy.  My dog must have found a patch because it is all over my hand, weird.  It smells a little like the 'Witch Hazel' my Gramma used when I was younger.  Toe Juice can be bought at MANY stores around us.  Just check out the list below :) 

1. United States
2. Walgreens
3. Bed Bath Beyond
4. Jewel-Osco
5. Albertsons
6. Supervalu
7. McKesson
8. ACME
9. Broulims
10. Kerr Drug
11. hi-school pharmacy
12. Fruth pharmacy
13. Target Pharmacy
14. Walmart Pharmacy 

1/4/15 UPDATE:  I have one more amazing use for Toe Juice... Cystic Acne!  When I was a teen I never really had acne, but now in my mind-late 20s I am getting it! I now get this acne that from researching online is cystic acne - hurts, can't really just pop it and it feels better, absolutely miserable.  I had large raised bumps on my forehead and cheeks from it! I decided I was going to try Toe Juice, especially because it has Witch Hazel in it.  If you notice I posted my original review awhile ago, let me tell you this stuff still works!  Within two days of putting it n toilet paper/cotton ball and holding it on my spot for about 30 seconds 2 times a day the bump lowered and the redness disappereared! Amazing! 

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I hate stains!

 Perky Plus Stain Remover

Engineered by professional carpet cleaners, Perky™ PLUS  has been formulated to tackle all types of everyday home spills and messes.  With over 35 years of experience making stain removers and carpet cleaning supplies, Perky™ PLUS  is perfect for the everyday modern family.  Unlike other carpet stain removers that use a spray top to treat the surface of the stain, Perky stain removers fight the source of the stain in the carpet & pad with an advanced squirt top that not only dissolves the stain but also neutralizes odors on contact giving your carpet and fabrics that brand new look and smell.  Groom Industries has been manufacturing professional cleaning supplies for over 35 years and have just recently developed these fantastic cleaning products and stain removers for the general public. Visit www.groomindustries.com for more information. 

I was excited when I received this product because I wanted to get a horrible stain out of my shirt.  I then thought  it might be a tad bit strong for something like that. It says it is a supply that is perfect for the modern family. So I used it on a stain my dog left after eating one of those little centipedes that somehow get into a  sealed basement.  Ta - Da! It did work! I usually get something liek Resolve to get my stains out but this was a nice alternative!

After realizing it helped, I wanted to try it on my shirt with the stain.  I use Rimmel makeup that is in the little tube and sometimes if it is stored cap down the makeup will just explode out.  It happened on a nice NEW shirt I was wearing.  I now just wear grubby shirts getting ready before I jump into my clothes now.  To make this long rambling story short I tried it.  Previous tries were done with Oxi Stain remover - nope, Stain Stick - nope, and rubbing the tide stick on it - nope!  As a last ditch effort I opted for Perky PLUS.  Was I surprised? YES.  After so many attempts to get the foundation stain out of my shirt it happened.  As with any cleaner you need to be careful and follow directions.  Do not use as much as you 'think' you need because it just squirts out of the container. 

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