I try to limit the amount of sugary drinks my kids consume. For the most part, they drink mostly water and my five year old likes milk as well. Juice is always a special treat as they don't get to drink it often. I was introduced to AquaBall and was sent two flavors to review - grape and fruit punch. I was excited to have my girls try it out because it's good for them and they'd think they were getting a special treat. AquaBall is a water-based drink for kids that supplies a good source of Vitamins B3, B5, B6, B12 and C. It is sugar-free, does not contain High Fructose Keep reading...
Archives for December 2015
Sunglasses from Polar Optics and Foster Grant
Foster Grant has a long, storied history that dates back to 1919. From the boardwalk in Atlantic City to Who's That Behind Those Foster Grants? Today, they offer a huge array of styles designed to meet all your needs. Fashionable sunglasses, classic styles, driving sunglasses, polarized sunglasses, sporty sunglasses or non-prescription reading glasses. Every pair of Foster Grant sunglasses is equipped with MaxBlock® 100% UVA-UVB lens protection. They're all made from lightweight, durable materials, built for quality and value. I received two pairs of trendy aviator Keep reading...
ShedRain WindPro Umbrella
Getting stuck in a heavy downpour on a windy day is no fun. Have you ever had an umbrella bend backwards with a strong gust of wind? I have, and when that happens, the umbrella becomes completely useless. There is a solution though. If you want to prevent those incidents from ever occurring, give the ShedRain WindPro Umbrella a try. The ShedRain WindPro Umbrella was engineered for high performance in windy conditions. This umbrella features the WindPro System. It has an aerodynamically vented canopy, a heavy-duty infrastructure and was scientifically wind Keep reading...
Tips for Busy Parents to Make Time for Eachother this Holiday Season
This time of year can be stressful for some. There's so much to do as the Holidays draw near and the year comes to an end. It can be hard to slow down and let that special someone know you're grateful for them. Be it a planned vacation at Cannon Beach (find some interesting facts about what to do in Cannon Beach, OR, according to Oregon Beach Vacations) or some alone time, there are countless ways to make it up to your partner and express your gratitude! Dr. Kat Van Kirk, a licensed marriage and sex therapist and resident sex expert for www.AdamandEve.com has provided a four tips Keep reading...
Cinderella Collection Cosmetic Bags from London SOHO New York
London SOHO New York has teamed up with Walgreens to offer another charming collection of Disney Cosmetic Bags. This time, the bags features none other than the beautiful Cinderella, a favorite princess for many. Available exclusively at Walgreens, the Cinderella Collection is perfect for anyone who loves the Disney Princesses. The collection includes five new cosmetic bags including a train case, organizer, two wristlets and a 2 piece clutch set. The pieces are inspired by Cinderella’s magical night at the ball, and they are absolutely stunning! The shiny metallic silver accents Keep reading...
Pixi By Petra – Bringing out the Natural Beauty in all Women
Pixi By Petra is a wonderful line of makeup I recently had the opportunity to try out. Pixi's mission is simply to bring out the natural beauty in all women – to make women look like themselves, only better. Pixi has a wide range of products from foundation to lipstick, eye pencils, nail color, makeup brushes and more. I received 3 products from Pixi, they included the Mattelustre Lipstick Quartette, the Endless Silky Eye Pen Quartette and the Natural Contour Kit. I was very excited to try them all. First off is the Mattelustre Lipstick Keep reading...
SmartMax Click & Roll Magnetic Construction Toy
The SmartMax Magnetic Discovery Click & Roll Set is a fun toy for kids. It's a colorful and safe magnetic construction toy for children as young as three. However, with the parts being so large, it's safe for younger children too. All SmartMax parts are bigger than 3cm making them too big to fit in a child's throat. SmartMax enables young children to explore magnetism safely, with strong, oversized pieces that are specifically designed for handling by young kids SmartMax toys are great for a child's learning and development. It helps with hand-eye coordination, logical Keep reading...
Bunny Peek A Boo from SmartGames
Bunny Peek A Boo is a fantastic learning game for young kids. Made for children ages two and up, this game has won multiple awards including the Parents Choice Silver Award, Dr. Toys Best Green Award Winner, and the ASTRA Best Toys for Kids 2013 award among others. Bunny Peek A Boo is very well made, high quality toy for kids. All pieces are made of sturdy wood. The set includes 3 wooden blocks, one adorable wooden bunny, and 60 challenge cards. The blocks are a bold red, yellow and blue. Bunny Peek A Boo is a fantastic and fun introduction to concepts such as above/below, Keep reading...
The Not Very Merry Pout-Pout Fish Book
The Not Very Merry Pout-Pout Fish is a wonderful story by the creators of the New York Times bestseller The Pout-Pout Fish. It was written by Deborah Diesen and illustrated by Dan Hanna. "A gift should be big, And a gift should be bright. And a gift should be perfect- Guaranteed to bring delight. And a gift should have meaning Plus a bit of bling-zing, So I'll shop till I drop For each just-right thing!" With Christmas drawing near, Mr. Fish is in search of the perfect gifts for his friends. He shops and shops, but to his dismay, he's having trouble finding just what he's Keep reading...
Petzel Tikka & Tikkina Headlamps
Petzel's Tikka & Tikkina Headlamps offer hands-free lighting. They are lightweight, compact, and easy to use. There are many times when a headlamp like this could come in handy. It's one of the things my husband keeps in his truck and there's been multiple occasions that he's glad he has it in there. Everyone can find a use for a headlamp at some time or another. The Tikka and Tikkina Headlamps are perfect for camping, repair work and home use. There are times when flashlights aren't the best option because you need your hands to be free, in those times these headlamps are Keep reading...
Getting ready for Christmas with Kohl’s
I really wish we had a Kohl's here in Hawaii, but unfortunately we don't. However, I'm glad that I'm able to shop online. Kohl's has wonderful products and great sales. While browsing online, I fell in love with their selection of Christmas Ornaments. For the past two or three years I've had a peacock themed tree. I enjoyed it at the time, but I knew I wanted a change this year. I wanted a "Christmasy" tree this year full of red and green ornaments, santa, snowmen and anything else that really brings out the wonderful feeling of Christmas. Kohl's did not Keep reading...
Great Gift Ideas from Etekcity
Etekcity is an internet-based retailer/wholesaler serving a large customer base in home improvement, consumer electronics, and outdoor equipment. They have a wide variety of products, all of which were designed to simplify life. I received three products from Etekcity, all of which I believe would make great gifts for Men, Women, and Teens. I chose a variety of items to showcase the type of products you'll be able to find at Etekcity. First is the Wireless Vertical Mouse. I also got the Living Color Lamp and Motion-Activated Nightlight & Flashlight. Each item is Keep reading...