My six year old daughter loves watching Teen Beach Movie on the Disney Channel. She and her friends enjoy the movie so much, they dance to the songs during recess at school! I'm not surprised that she decided she wanted to be Lela this year. Lela is one of the "Bikers" from the movie which takes place . She wears a Pink Leather Jacket which is the main part of her outfit, so I knew I had to find one if my daughter were to dress up as her for Halloween. She already had a pair of white shorts and we used a black belt that came with one of her dresses. I found a cute cropped pink Keep reading...
Archives for October 2013
808 CANZ *2013 Holiday Gift Idea*
Disclosure: I received this item for review purposes. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 808 CANZ is a wireless bluetooth speaker. It's small and compact measuring at just over 3 inches tall, but don't let it's size full you! This speaker can get pretty loud. You'll get big sound out of this little can. 808 CANZ come in 3 color selections including silver, red and blue. It's rechargeable with a battery life of 5-6 hours with normal volume or 2.5-3 hours when using max volume. I was able to easily pair the 808CANZ speaker with my iPad. It took just seconds to Keep reading...
Tofu and Zucchini using Pompeian Olive Oil
Tofu and zucchini is one of my go-to dinners. It's fast and easy to prepare, healthy, and my family enjoys it! Sometimes I'll even add some shrimp to the mix. It's a simple dish and includes just a few ingredients. I use olive oil a lot when cooking as it really makes for a delicious meal. Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil is committed to freshness from harvest to table ensuring that only the finest olives are selected. Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil is extremely low in acidity, which accounts for its robust taste and heady fragrance. The nuances of the flavor can be Keep reading...
Pier 1 Imports – Tasting Party
I enjoy family gatherings and get togethers. It's always nice to spend quality time with family and friends. I haven't hosted a gathering in my home in a while, and really wanted to. Pier 1 Imports introduced me to the idea of having a Tasting Party. I had never heard of a Tasting Party, but I thought it was a great idea. When putting one together, the possibilities are endless! I decided to do a Japanese themed Tasting Party. We had Shrimp Tempura, brown rice with furikake, and green tea. The tasting Party Starter Set from Pier 1 Imports comes with 21 pieces including mini stoneware Keep reading...
Hallows Eve Hootenanny – $100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway
Welcome to the Hallows Eve Hootenanny Giveaway Hosted by Budget Earth & A Spectacled Owl Co-Hosted by My So Called Balanced Life & Mom Knows It All Who's looking forward to Halloween? There's so much to be excited for like candy, costumes, and all the fun and scary decorations. Many of us are already going store to store, looking for the perfect Halloween costume for our children. Or maybe you're like me and you're making one on your own! While costumes may not be cheap, they are also the centerpiece of many memorable photos that we will be happy to show off for Keep reading...
Save over $100 on Silhouette Cameo or Silhouette Portrait & Specialty Media Bundle + DIY Halloween Idea
If you've been waiting to score a great deal on a Silhouette Machine, now is the time to make your purchase! Check out this list of specialty media items you will receive when you choose the Silhouette CAMEO® bundle for $269.99 (savings over $120 from retail cost $383.90) or Silhouette Portrait™ bundle for $129.99 (savings over $110 from retail cost $263.90). This is a GREAT deal, you're getting so much for an amazingly low price. 1 cardstock essentials pack (new product) 1 pack printable adhesive kraft paper (new product) 1 pack printable clear sticker paper 1 pack Keep reading...
FurReal Friends Daisy Plays-With-Me Kitty Review *2013 Holiday Gift idea*
The FurReal Friends Daisy Plays-With-Me Kitty from Hasbro has got to be the most adorable kitty around! She is just too cute, cuddly and sweet as can be. She does so much, it's amazing! Daisy acts just like a real kitty and responds to you in different ways. She pounces and moves her paws when you wave her toy in front of her or pet her forehead. She also makes purring and meowing sounds and even sings a meowing song that is just too cute! I think interactive toys such as Daisy are great, and really hold a child's attention. Both my daughters love animals of all kinds. They'd love Keep reading...
Eco Vessel Mossy Oak Big Foot Bottle *2013 Holiday Gift Idea*
I've been looking for a big reusable water bottle for my husband. As a carpenter, he works all day in the scorching hot sun and really needs to drink a lot of water. When I came across the Big Foot Bottle from Eco Vessel, I knew it would be perfect! The Big Foot Bottle holds 45 oz. of liquid. It's the first bottle I've come across of this size. Its TriMax Triple Insulation keeps drinks cold for 36 hours and will keep drinks hot for 8 hours! This bottle is 100% recyclable and made of high-quality 18/8 stainless steel. It's BPA free, which is a very important factor to look into Keep reading...
PetSmart Howl-O-Ween Toys, Treats and Costumes
Disclosure: I received these products in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Dogs like to celebrate Halloween too! PetSmart has the cutest and coolest selection of Halloween costumes and toys for your dog. My Rasta Boy has never worn any type of clothing, ever, so I wasn't sure if he'd let me put a costume on him, but to my surprise he was fine with it! I received three Disney Halloween costumes from PetSmart here. Two were Buzz Lightyear and the other was Peter Pan. My girls chose the Buzz Lightyear Costume. I thought it looked pretty cool and my Keep reading...
Workouts On Demand Review and Giveaway
Have you been wanting to workout, or maybe join a gym or some exercise classes, but just don't have the time? Well, I've found a great site, an Online Gym, where you can download or stream workout videos from the privacy of your own home! Workouts On Demand offers an exclusive library of over 210 gym-style workout videos. There's something for everyone. I've found everything from Yoga to Cardio Dance and Kickboxing! Membership starts at just $9.99 a month for a Basic Membership Plan. I love that in addition to longer workouts they also offer express workouts for Keep reading...
Tummy Stuffers and Seat Pets Giveaway
I'm so excited to be offering this awesome giveaway to all of you! These are great products your kids will be sure to love. Be sure to check out my reviews on the Tummy Stuffers and Seat Pets. They will make great GIFTS for the upcoming Holidays! There will be 2 Winners. I am giving away 1 Tummy Stuffers and 1 Seat Pets. Enter using the rafflecopter below. Open to US residents. Giveaway ends 11/8/2013 a Rafflecopter giveaway Keep reading...
Seat Pets Review *2013 Holiday Gift Idea*
Seat Pets are a very neat product. When I saw them, I knew it would be great for my oldest daughter as she is no longer in a car seat, just a booster. Because of this, when she falls asleep, she always ends up looking pretty uncomfortable. Seat Pets will help her to be more comfortable when riding in the car. What are Seat Pets? They are 22 in. long animal shaped pillows that easily attach to any seat belt. Each Seat Pet features three pockets and a zippered compartment that is the perfect size for a water bottle. The pockets are perfect for holding mp3 Keep reading...