My daughter already loves to play outside, but this exercise set was an added incentive to get out and play. She has been having fun doing some different exercises on the 18 inch Ball. Here she is trying it out for the first time.
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She can get some strength training in with these weights. My husband said these are the perfect size for her.
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And here she is trying out the the Digi-Jump Rope. The thing that is really cool about it too is that it has a counter on it so you can keep track of how many jumps you do.
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Another added benefit of this Aqua-Leisure set we received is that it got my husband and I out exercising. The jump rope is long enough so two people can hold it while the third one jumps. So we did that for awhile, and we played with the big ball playing catch with it for quite awhile. If it's nice this weekend, I want to get out with her some more to play with this stuff!
I received a product called JUMBiES to review & offer in a giveaway.
Product Description
JUMBiES are Jumbled Babies! They are a result of the storks crashing into each other and jumbling up all the baby animals! So a Duck and a Monkey becomes a Duckey!...and a Dingo and a Bat becomes a Dingbat! Each JUMBiE comes with its own mini comic book and POG. JUMBiES also have their own D.O.J (Date of Jumble) and motto. These cute whimsical animals really ignite the imagination of children and adults alike!
My Take on the Product:
When I was first asked to review JUMBiES I was very excited. Because I don't know about you guys, but my kids love stuffed animals! I knew they would really want some of these. And I thought it was really a great concept behind them. How the stork mixed up the different animals.
My kids love webkinz and beanie babies so I knew they would love these. When they arrived yesterday, there was a slight argument over who got which one. We had received the Duckey and the Zelephant.
They ended up deciding they are going to share both of them. So they can each play with both. Good solution! These are really cute stuffed animals and my daughter is already having a lot of fun with them.
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I recently received a product called Magnablade to review & offer in a giveaway.
Product Description MAGNAblade uses patented technology to extend the life of razor blades by a factor of up to 6 times! If you currently replace your blade every 2 weeks, you will be able to use the same blade for up to 12 weeks!
MAGNAblade is a revolutionary new product that extends the performance of most razor blades currently on the market. It accomplishes this with the built-in magnetic force field that prevents the separations of the molecules on the edge of the blade keeping it sharper longer.
My take on the product:
Magnablade suggests you start off with a new razor. SoI had my husband test it out for me. He has been using it for a couple of weeks now. And says the razor still is giving a smooth shave.
I honestly can not 100% say if this product works or not. #1 because I realized my husband is not a great product tester. Trying to get info out of him is hard. And #2 I don't think we have been using it long enough to tell. But if you can get a longer life out of your razor I guess it's worth a try!
Win it: If you would like to win your own Magnablade to test it out for yourself - then I have one to give to a lucky reader.
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I recently recieved a product called Myachi to review & offer in a giveaway.
Product Description
Catch it, kick it, flip it and stick it! Do you review and blog about the latest toy crazes sweeping the nation? If so, then you'll love the Myachi Original Hand Sack!
Myachi combines the fluid hand motions of martial arts with the old school fun of hacky sack. Simple enough for grade schoolers to get the hang of within minutes, the Myachi will also challenge the most skilled varsity athletes.
Available in a rainbow of colors, there's a perfect Myachi for everyone. And with the all new www.myachi.com, kids can learn the latest tricks, create a virtual Myachi collection, compete against friends in the Jam Cam battle zone, and much more!
My Take on the product:
This looks like a really cool toy. My kids aren't as talented as the kids on this video. But they had fun trying this out. I bet you could get really good at this with some practice. Seems great for kids eye-hand coordination!
Also would make a great stocking stuffer for someone :)
Win it: One lucky reader will win a Myachi Handsack of their own in Red - which includes handsack, 2 finger grips, Myachi Playbook & a bonus sticker!
Mandatory Entry: Visit the Myachi website and tell me something you found of interest.
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An Island Life hosts this meme. Aloha Friday is the day that we take it easy and look forward to the weekend. Therefore, I’ll ask a simple question for you to answer. Nothing that requires a lengthy response.
My Question: Do you guys play the "Punch Buggy" Game? My Answer: Yes. Especially my daughter. I get punched every time she sees a Volkswagen Bug or any other Volkswagen for that matter. Great while I'm driving - lol!
I was just looking around online and found a Liz Claiborne New York Outlets in my state.I've heard of the town, but I'm not sure exactly where it is. But I really want to find out. Because the fall fashions are out now.
What is your favorite thing about fall fashion? Well mine, I think is the fall jackets. I really would love to get a new jacket for this time of year. It is relly getting colder out around here. And I don't even have a nice jacket. I would love to get one.
I was looking at the Liz Claiborne New York Outlets and I think I could really find what I'm looking for there. If I had a second choice of something I really need and want, then that would be some new boots. I actually don't have a pair for the season, and really need to get some soon. I always have gotten black boots, but I would love to try something different. Maybe there is some new colors out in the fall fashion line. What do you think? Would you like a pair of say - red boots? That would be really cool!
Well, I think I'm going to have to find that Liz Claiborne store this weekend. I feel the urge to splurge! Do you? Check out their website, and find a store near you!
I love this picture of my daughter! Excuse me if quality is not 100%. I got this off my daughter's class blog. Her teacher took this the 1st day of school.
I think it's really cool - her teacher has a blog. Where he posts pictures, videos & stuff they are doing in class on there.
My daughter's school also got a grant this year. Esp. for the upper class - which she is in (5th grd). They have some cool technology - a video screen in there class - where the teacher can put things on it - kinda like a virtual chalkboard, these clicker things - where they can play kind of like jeopardy, they even get use of flip cameras and laptops. And more!
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There are many reasons to continue your education. But sometimes that can be difficult to do with everyone's busy schedules. The good news is that the option of getting your degree online is really getting more and more popular.
You really should look into an Online College. The one that I found that looks very good is Ashworth College Featured by National Education Report. If you are looking to earn more money or get a promotion then Ashworth College could be perfect for you! You may even be looking to change your career altogether.
You can check out the Ashworth Video Gallery to get started. There you can see testimonials, events and more from Ashworth College.
The online curriculum lets you study while commuting, on your lunch hour or after you put the kids to bed. You can set your own pace! Some other great aspects of this are that you can fit it into your schedule, you also save money on gas - because no need to drive to school - that's great for parents. This is also terrific for working adults. No need to leave work early or miss a meeting to rush to class. And you won't be late for class either - trying to rush in traffic to get there.
Some other points to keep in mind:
* Research shows tuition is as much as 88% less than bachelor's degree programs at a traditional brick and mortar institution
* Tuition includes all books and course materials
* Offers zero-interest financing plus a low monthly payment plan . Monthly payments can run as low as a couple of large pizzas
* Unlike other schools there are no student loans so you are guaranteed to graduate without student loan debt
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Hey there guys! I would like to share some important information with you guys, that I found out. It's about baby formula. I learned that it is OK to switch to generic formula .
The information I found was very interesting. One thing is that all infant formulas are subject to the same standards by the FDA. So store brand formula has the same nutrients required for the growth of healthy babies as those expensive kinds, such as Enfamil and Similac. And you can save up to 50% with store brands. That equals up to $600 a year per baby!
I wish I had know all this when my kids were still on formula. I remember feeling somewhat pressured into buying the expensive brands when they were little. The pediatrician always seemed to recommended Similac. But if I had known that the store brands (that you can find at stores like Walmart, Sams Club, etc.) were nutritionally equivalent and had the same benefits, I would have bought those. And not felt guilty about it.
I was also reading an article - located here: MoneyWatch
It talks about the recent recall with Similac. I mean bug larvae from beetles in the formula! That is scary. And it reminds you that buying the pricey brands doesn't guarantee safety or quality. Please read the above mentioned for much more valuable information!
But what I learned is that it is OK to make the switch to store brand formulas! Who doesn't want to save money these days - right?
Product Description Paperspring, a Los Angeles based eco-friendly online retailer offering contemporary personalized cards and stationery. Paperspring’s vision is to create fresh ideas on paper and in turn capture, share and celebrate the important moments in life. Paperspring’s range of products includes photo birth announcements, baby shower invitations, holiday cards, greeting cards, thank you cards, birthday party invitations and personalized stationery. All of Paperspring's matte cards are printed on 100% post-consumer waste recycled thick cardstock.
Exclusive to Paperspring is Digital Name Art™ (DNA). DNA brings personalization to a new level of creativity; the sophisticated technology enables customers to spell out names using digital images. By selecting a card design and sending a list of recipient names, each card is customized and more personal.
My Take on the Product: I love cards & stationery! I always have. That is why I was so excited when I was able to order some really quality cards from Paperspring.
Being that the holidays are coming up. I ordered some Christmas Cards. I ordered some Photo Holiday Cards and I just received them yesterday. And I am so excited! I put two awesome pictures of my kiddos on them! I don't want to show the card here though, sorry, but if any of my family is reading this - I want it to be a surprise. But there were so many choices. And something I didn't get - but was almost tempted to was something called Sticky Stock - which is an innovative and fun paper that lets you affix your card anywhere like a post-it.
Buy it: Visit Paperspring to buy your personalized cards & stationery.
Win it: One lucky reader will win a $50 GC to Paperspring
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Disclaimer: I received the product free of charge for the sole purpose of reviewing and offering in a giveaway. No other compensation was given, and my opinions are my own.
I recently received a book called, "The Day Leo Said, "I Hate You!" by Robie H. Harris to review.
Some info on the book:
The moment those dreaded words? "I hate you!"? pop out of a young child's mouth, almost every child wishes they had never been said. In TheDayLeo Said, "I Hate You!" (Little, Brown), renowned author Robie H. Harris shows how strong but perfectly normal feelings like anger and frustration can lead to such outbursts, and how one child and his mother successfully deal with those feelings and ultimately reaffirm their love for each other. In a few short pages and in a caring and reassuring manner, Harris and three-time Caldecott Honor illustrator Molly Bang convey some big emotional truths about the inner lives of young children.
Leo hates it when Mommy says "No," and today it feels like she just won't stop saying it. "No string beans in the fish bowl!" "No toothpaste down the toilet!" "No drawing on the wall!" Leo is angry and frustrated. But when the words "I hate you!" pop out of his mouth, he instantly wishes he could stuff them back in. Then his biggest fear sets in: Will Mommy hate him for saying those three words?
My take on the book:
When I was asked to review this book, I was really interested in looking at it. Mostly because it brought back memories of that happening to me when I was little. I rememeber my friend's mother always scolding me because I would say the word "hate" a lot.
When I received the book, I was really impressed. The story is great for little ones - they can really learn an important lesson from this book. I also loved the big bold drawings in the book - illustrated by Molly Bang.
Check out this book to teach kids how the words "I hate you" can be hurtful, but if you make a mistake, and say sorry, you can make up for those three little words.
About the Author: Robie H. Harris is known for portraying the emotional lives of young children with wisdom, honesty, and humor. A master at expressing complex human emotions in simple scenarios with simple language and a compelling story, Harris helps young children and their parents understand and deal with those strong, but perfectly normal feelings like anger, frustration, and jealousy
Disclaimer: I received a complementary copy of "The Day Leo Said, "I Hate You!" by Robie H. Harris for the sole purpose of reviewing the book. Receiving a complementary copy of the book in no way affected my review. I received no monetary compensation.
I recently received some products from MyBlogSpark for family taco night to review & offer in a giveaway.
Product information:
If your family already loves tacos, why not put “Family Taco Night” on the calendar at least once a month? With a variety of seasonings and other complementary products, Old El Paso offers everything you need for fun nights with the family.
To satisfy your Mexican style cravings, the Old El Paso® line up of products includes chilies, dinner kits, dips and sides, enchilada sauce, refried beans, seasoning mixes, shells, taco sauce and salsa. The Old El Paso taco seasoning mix selection includes flavors like Burrito, Cheesy Taco, Chili, Fajita, Taco, Mild Taco and even a seasoning with 40% less sodium.
For a fun twist on Taco Night, be sure to try one of the delicious recipes below.
Having a Halloween party? Gather the kids and make spook-tacular tacos.
And to keep your family laughing at the dinner table, have some fun with El Tacodor™, the world’s only Family Taco Night Game. With El Tacodor, your family can share a special night at home by challenging one another to quick fire trivia, wordplay and pantomime. Visit www.ElTacodor.com today to download instructions, a score card, and a challenge sheet for even more fun on Family Taco Night!
Visit Old El Paso for news and great tips, recipes and more. Take a minute to share family fiesta photos and videos from Family Taco Nights on the El Tacodor Family Spotlight!
My Take on the Product:
We love Tacos here at our house. We have them at least 2 times a month. We love them with ground beef and even lately we have them with chicken! My son especially loves the chicken tacos, in the soft shells.
That's why I was excited to be asked to review these Old El Paso products. We made tacos on Sunday night. I took a picture of the cute "cactus tray" I received with some of our fixings in it. This would also be great to use with some Old El Paso Salsa & chips too.
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And before everyone dug in too much, I managed to snap this picture of my son with his taco:
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That's how much everyone love tacos around here, no one wants to stop to get their picture taken!
Win it: One lucky reader will win an Old El Paso Family Taco Night Prize pack. Which includes: a packet of Old El Paso Taco Seasoning, a Cactus Chip & Dip Serving dish, a set of 3 Fiesta Chili Pepper serving dishes and a $10 gift card to purchase your taco fixings.
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Disclaimer: I received the free product, information and giveaway from Old El Paso through MyBlogSpark.
. We got the Exercise ball, Digi Jump Rope, but instead of a stopwatch - we actually got two weights. The weights were .05 lbs each. Which is good for kids to start out with.
is available at Amazon.com in hardcover. Paperback coming in November! 
