31 August 2010

"4 The Pets" Day 4

Next Gen Pet Products

It's now Day 4 of "4 The Pets" and I have another wonderful company to share with you: Next Gen Pet Products.  If you have a cat at home, this product is definitely one you will want to hear about!

Next Gen Pet Products is the maker of Green Tea Leaves cat litter.  Green Tea Leaves is a natural clumping litter made from carefully hand picked recycled wood scraps salvaged from factories that make furniture and/or musical instruments.  Not only is this a great way to recycle, wood has a natural ability to suppress bacteria and control odors in the litter box.  This litter contains no chemicals or artificial fragrances.

Another feature of Next Gen Pet Product's Green Tea Leaves cat litter is that is extremely absorbent and clumping.  In fact, Green Tea Leaves cat litter clumps are 1/3 smaller and lighter than clay litter clumps.  This litter can either be flushed, tossed, or used as a natural mulch!  

From an economical standpoint, Green Tea Leaves cat litter lasts much longer than your store brand litter.    One 10 liter bag will typically last 4-6 weeks with routine litter box maintenance.  This compares to the same size bag of clay litter typically lasting 1-2 weeks.


Next Gen Pet Products cat litter comes in two different kinds: Flush Clean and Green Tea Leaves. 

Next Gen Pet Products also sells other pet products such as breath freshener, ear cleaner, and pet treats!

I had the wonderful opportunity of getting to try out and review Green Tea Leaves cat litter with our kitty.  Our regular brand is Johnny Cat and it has seemed to work good, but it doesn't control odor that well so I was excited to try this new product and compare!  I noticed within the first day there was a reduction in the overall smell coming by the cat box area.  I had worried that she may reject this new litter because of it's pellet formed appearance when she had been used to the sandy feel of Johnny Cat.  She didn't mind the switch at all though!  I normally don't flush my cat litter but I was so intrigued that this was possible so I tried it while doing my daily scoop out of her box.  It really is flushable!  I'm just loving how eco-friendly and practical this company is!  I have to say I really enjoyed reviewing this product and I will definitely be ordering more of this litter in the future.  This is one product you just have to try!

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30 August 2010

"4 The Pets" Day 3

DOGSWELL

It's Day 3 of "4 The Pets" and today's company is DOGSWELL! 

DOGSWELL is a premium, natural food and treat company created with your dog's health in mind. All of DOGSWELL's products are made from premium, natural ingredients that come in a variety of formulas that are focused on your pet.  These products contain natural meat and poultry with no added hormones, processed gluten, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.  DOGSWELL products are also free of what, corn, soy, and flour.  These products also do not contain BHA, BHT or Ethoxyquin, or artificial preservatives that extend the shelf life of a product.  This creates products that are nutritional and beneficial.




DOGWELL Products:
*Happy Hips - Helps maintain healthy hips and joints with chondrotin and glucosamine. 
*Vitality - Helps maintain healthy eyes, skin and coat with flaxseed and vitamins.
*Shape Up - Low in fat and calories with L-Carnitine to help maintain a healthy weight.
*Breathies - Contains mint and parsley for fresh breath and healthy teeth.
*Mellow Mut - For a healthy and happy lifestyle.
*Happy Heart - Contains flaxseed and taurine for a healthy and happy heart.
*Tummies - Helps maintain digestive health with fresh yogurt. 


There is also CATSWELL for all your natural kitty treat needs for a healthy happy cat!

I had the opportunity to review the following dog biscuits from DOGSWELL with my own pup:

TUMMIES® Cranberry & Apple Biscuits with Benefits™: These adorable bone-shaped biscuits are made with real cranberries and apples that you can actually see, along with sweet potato, whole grains, and fresh, low-fat yogurt.  These adorable biscuits contain NO soy, corn, wheat, byproducts, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives, and are fortified with both prebiotics and probiotics, which help support a healthy digestive system. We believe this is the best tummy-taming treat on the market today for dogs!

HAPPY HIPS® Bacon & White Cheddar Biscuits with Benefits™: These adorable bone-shaped biscuits are made with real bacon and white cheddar cheese, (other brands use synthetic bacon and cheese flavors), whole grains, and the perfect amount of Glucosamine and Chondroitin to aid in both the prevention and treatment of hip and joint problems. The added supplements, along with the fact that these biscuits contain NO wheat, corn, by-products, artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives, make them the perfect purposeful snack for your dog!

I was so excited to review these biscuits with my dog from the beginning, simply because I love how these products use natural, healthy ingredients that are made to promote your pet's health.  My dog is getting older and his health is a big concern to me.  I want my dog to have the best and DOGSWELL does not disappoint!  His favorite was the TUMMIES biscuits which surprised me.  I took him as a bacon and white cheddar kind of boy, so I figured he would gravitate towards the HAPPY HIPS.  Don't get me wrong though, he likes them both!  I like that I can give him a couple of these treats throughout the day without having to worry that it will cause him weight gain problems.  My kitty has even stolen a couple of the TUMMIES from the dog so I guess she's hinting around for me to buy her some CATSWELL treats!  I honestly have nothing but great things to say about this company.  I'm so happy to be able to share these products with my readers!

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29 August 2010

"4 The Pets" Day 2

It's Day 2 of "4 The Pets" and I have another great company to introduce you to. Today is all about Furry Travelers, Inc. and their wonderful product, the To Go Bowl! 

Furry Travelers, Inc. is making car rides for dogs everywhere more enjoyable with their product, the To Go Bowl. Instead of your dog having to wait for you to get to a rest stop to have a drink, the To Go Bowl provides an "in car" water dish for your special furry friend. This bowl also easily transfers from the car to wherever you may be headed.  What's even better is that this bowl can hold treats in the base so your pup can have a snack handy!

To Go Bowl has been featured as a 2010 winner of Fido Friendly Magazine's Best Pet Products, as well as a 2009 DogFancy Magazine's Editors Choice Winner. The To Go Bowl has even been featured on Good Morning America!

The To Go Bowl comes in 8 different colors: Pearl, Pearl Blue, Pearl Lavender, Pearl Pink, Red, Cream, Metallic Silver, and Yellow.  These bowls are also made up of six components:
  1. Bowl lid (fits over splash guard)
  2. Splash guard
  3. Bowl 
  4. Base (easily fits in cup holder, can store food or treats)
  5. Flexible sleeve (so bowl and base fit snugly in cup holders.  NEW - Fits standard AND x-large cup holders 3 to 4 inches wide)
  6. Base lid (to keep food fresh when not attached to the bowl) 
* Dishwasher Safe *

Furry Travelers, Inc. also carries a variety of other pooch friendly products such as safety harnesses, travel crates, bike carriers, life vests, and more!

I had the wonderful opportunity to review the To Go Bowl with my own dog.  We take our dog with us quite a bit in the car. I was used to carrying fresh water and a bowl in the car for him, which I would pull over to pour and let him drink.  I can't drive with a bowl of water on the floor of the car so we would have to wait until he was done drinking to head back towards our destination.  This To Go Bowl is so handy!  It stays perfectly secure in my car's cup holder, making a no spill zone which I appreciate.  I am also loving that the base has a space to hold dog treats.  Now when I get ready to go somewhere with my dog, I pack his to go bowl up with water and treats and he is set to go!  I would recommend this product to anyone with a car ride loving pooch!

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28 August 2010

"4 The Pets" Day 1

It's time to kick off "4 The Pets". A week long event filled with pet product reviews and giveaways! Starting off pet week is the wonderful company: Moe's Place



Moe's Place sells a wonderful variety of premium pet bandana sleeves to give your dog a personal sense of style! These bandana sleeves simply slide over your dog's existing collar for not only a great look, but also one that is secure and will stay in place. With all the wonderful designs to choose from, you are sure to find the one that fits your dog's personality!



Moe's Place offers looks such as holiday designs, premium collections, limited edition designs, and more! Have a friend or family member that might want to style their dog with these ultra cute bandanas? Moe's Place, LLC has the answer with gift certificates available for purchase!

What I am loving the most about this company is the fact that they donate regularly to animal shelters! Sales through Moe's Place are tracked by zip code and donations are made to shelters in these areas. How cool is that? Your purchase will help animals near you! Also, all of these bandanas are made in the U.S.A. Keeping jobs here in America is important to Moe's Place, LLC. They are also dedicated to making changes to become more "green". This company is not only animal friendly, but environment friendly too!


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27 August 2010

"4 The Pets"

Tomorrow starts my week long blog event of pet reviews and giveaways titled "4 The Pets". It should be a fun week!  Kicking off the event tomorrow will be a wonderful doggy company that is giving away $100 in gift certificates!  Stay tuned tomorrow for the fun!  

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26 August 2010

Low Sodium Meals With Mrs.Dash!

Trying to keep your family fueled with healthy foods can be easier than you think!  Even down to what seasonings you use in your meals can greatly impact your family's health.  Take Mrs.Dash for instance!  Mrs.Dash is already known for their wonderful blend of seasonings to make any meal fabulous.  What you may not know is that Mrs.Dash is also a great alternative for cutting back on your own, and your family's sodium intake!  

Facts About Sodium:
The American Heart Association recommends that for every 1,000 calories of food consumed, the sodium intake should be 1,000 milligrams and should not exceed the 3,000 milligram limit. The average intake in the United States is between 4,000 and 5,000 milligrams of sodium per day! That's a lot of sodium! 

High sodium intake has also been linked to high blood pressure.  No better excuse for Mrs.Dash than to keep your heart healthy and happy!

Meals don't have to be bland just because you are making the healthy choice to cut back on sodium.  Below are some recipes of my own that incorporate Mrs.Dash, instead of salt, for a wonderfully tasty and healthy meal! Your family won't even ask you to pass the salt with these ones! Mrs. Dash gives it just the right amount of seasoning kick to every bite.

Slow Cooker Fajita Steak

Ingredients:
15 oz. can of tomatoes with green chillis
1/4 cup of salsa (your choice)
8 oz. can of tomato sauce
2 lbs round steak, cut in strips
1 envelope of dry Fajita mix
1 cup of water
1 teaspoon of Fiesta Lime Mrs. Dash seasoning

Directions:
1. Combine all ingredients except for water in your slow cooker.  
2. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until meat is tender
3. Check meat occasionally to make sure it isn't dry. Use water to stir in occasionally to prevent this from happening.
4. Serve up in tortilla wraps with red and green peppers, onions, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and sour cream. Enjoy!

* Makes 6 servings

Slow Cooker Hot Chicken Sandwiches

Ingredients:
8 cups of cubed chicken
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2 cups of mayonnaise
1 cup of cubed American cheese
1/2 teaspoon of Extra Spicy Mrs.Dash seasoning

Directions:
1. Combine all above ingredients in slow cooker
2. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours
3.Serve on buns and enjoy!

* Makes 12 servings

Disclosure:
“I wrote this blog post while participating in the Mrs. Dash and TwitterMoms blogging program for a chance to get a $50 gift card. For more information on how you can participate, click here

20 August 2010

Check Out BedBathStore.com!

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If you haven't had the pleasure of visiting their site before, I encourage you to check out the deals you are missing at BedBathStore.com!  This online store has you covered with everything you need to decorate and love any bedroom or bathroom.  If you are looking for even bigger discounts, this store has a clearance section with crazy low discounts!  

One of their great deals going on right now is for Crib Bedding!  I remember how expensive it was when my children were babies and I had to shop for this.  BedBathStore.com is offering crib bedding at discounts as low as $9.99 per piece and up!  That's a pretty darn good discount if you ask me!

Another great deal this store has going on right now is their Teen Bedding!  We all know how expensive teens are. Thankfully, BedBathStore.com makes it easy to save!  After looking around at their selection, I'm jealous!  I didn't have such cute and stylish bedding when I was a teen.  These pieces are a great buy starting at $19.99 a piece and up!

Last but not least I want to tell you about their Kids Rugs!  A great finishing touch to any child's room, kids rugs make a room just look complete in my opinion.  I remember buying my kid's rugs and they were pretty pricey.  No matter where I looked for them, it seemed for a small rug I was being asked to pay an outrageous price!  At BedBathStore.com you don't have to pay those prices!  They have an awesome collection of kids rugs starting at just $16.99.  Now that's a deal!  

After finding out about BedBathStore.com I will definitely return for some of my household decor purchases. I am always looking for a deal with a six person household, so this site was like hitting the jackpot!  Like I mentioned earlier, their clearance section is also a must see!  I even noticed some great gift ideas there to come back and check out!  I hope you all get a chance to check out what I think is a site worth looking at.

19 August 2010

Win A Weekend Stay At Any Hampton Hotel!

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I'm entering this one myself and if I win I am taking the whole family on a road trip to California! There are so many Hampton Hotels to choose from, the question is which one would we stay at?  I have narrowed my choice down to the San Diego/Del Mar Hampton Hotel which can be seen HERE! This hotel is not only posh looking, it also offers free wireless high speed internet, free shuttle service, and a nice sized outdoor swimming pool! Where would you choose to go if you won the weekend getaway?  What Hampton hotel in that area catches your eye?
 
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17 August 2010

Glidden Paint

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Glidden. All opinions are 100% mine.


 If you're getting ready to do some painting around the house like I am, you should know about Glidden paint! Found at your local Home Depot, Glidden paint is the way to go for perfect coverage and overall appearance.  I'm getting ready to repaint my daughter's room and I know this paint is my ticket to a perfect look!  What's fun is you can even go to the Glidden website at www.Glidden.com and check out all their wonderful array of colors right from your computer before you head out to buy some!  My daughter and I decided on the color Lilac Shimmer. I think it's going to be perfect for her Tinkerbell themed room!

Glidden Paint wants you to take a colorful test drive of their Glidden Ready-To-Go Paint Testers!  What's so great about these paint testers you might ask?  For starters, these paint testers come with a handy mini brush built right into the lid, making trying before you commit to buying simple, easy, and fun!  You can also purchase these testers to match your Glidden paint for easy touch ups. If you have kids like me you know how handy these would be for lets say crayon or permanent marker art.

Glidden makes it easy to find an array of great projects using their Top 10 Color Palettes and XL Paint Chips!  These larger paint chips help you experience your color in your room's unique lighting.  I would recommend checking out the Glidden Room Painter to see how Glidden makes color easy at: 

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Online Shopping With Become.com!

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Become.com is a shopping website that helps you find the best deals! You can access top brand names all in one place with just this one site!  Become.com acts as a comparison shopper to find you the right price every time. They even feature great sections such as editor's picks and shopping guides to help you make the perfect purchase!

I tried Become.com out for myself to see how it worked.  I typed "knit scarf". What I thought was cool was that not only could you narrow it down by a price range you wanted to pay, you could also narrow it down by what color you wanted. How cool is that? I clicked to narrow it down to only purple knit scarfs. It brought up two scarfs and both were discounted at a fair price. One scarf was even discounted at 63% off.

I would recommend Become.com over the other price comparison websites out there. I think they offer more features to help you narrow your shopping down to exactly what you are looking for. They are also running an August giveaway right now for four chances to win a $100 Patagonia shopping spree! This site is a must see!


Here are a few of their deals going on right now: 


13 August 2010

How Do You Monetize Your Blog?

I wanted to discuss monetizing your blog and hopefully get tips from others on what works for them!  I have only been trying to make money off of this blog for a couple months without much success, but I'm hoping that will change!  I remember reading a forum about a month ago on a work at home mom website and a lady stated she makes around $500 a month blogging!  That sounds great and all... but how the heck is she doing it?  

I know a lot of people sell crafts such as Etsy items or services such as blog design but I'm not crafty nor tech savvy enough for either of those options. So I decided to share what sites I belong to and my opinion of them.  Can't wait to hear what works for everyone else!

My Blog Monetizing Resources:

1) Adsense: Usually a top money maker for bloggers. I have so far only made pocket change with this one.

2) Google Affiliates: No revenue made from this one as of yet. I only have one ad on my blog through this site.

3) Amazon Associates: This is another one I hear good things about. So far I have not had any luck yet.

4) Social Spark: This site is great!  You get paid well for writing 200 word sponsored posts. Best paying posting site I have come across so far!

5) MyLikes: This is another one that I am seeing results from. You post sponsored ads on either Facebook and/or Twitter and get paid per click on the ads you post!

6) Sponsored Tweets: This is one that I have seen results from as well. You tweet out sponsored ads and you get paid per click on the ads you tweet!

7) LinkShare: This one I have not seen results from yet, but I personally like their advertiser selection more than I do Google Affiliates. There are over 600 advertisers to choose from and their whole website is so user friendly!


8) SheToldMe: This one I just joined so no profit yet, but this site seems worthwhile!  You can share your blog posts on this website and they will not only post it for other community members to see, they will share the Google Adsense revenue with you that your posts generate on their site!


9) PayPerPost: So far no luck with this one. I had one offer but it did not fit my blog theme so I did not accept it. This is a site that pays you to write sponsored posts.

 

12 August 2010

10 Fun Back To School Art Projects!

I have been having a blast finding some fun back to school craft projects to do with the kids. I'm finding all sorts of ideas that make personalizing your school supplies a blast!


Back To School Art Project Ideas:









Boudreaux's Butt Paste!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Boudreaux's Butt Paste. All opinions are 100% mine.



Attention all moms and moms to be!  I wanted to share with you that Boudreaux's Butt Paste is offering visitors to their site a free sample tube of their own to try! Now you can try what pediatricians are already recommending to moms everywhere!

Boudreaux's Butt Paste® was specifically formulated by a pharmacist with direction from a respected pediatrician to provide effective diaper rash care. This paste comes in a handy flip top cap that goes on and cleans off easily. Boudreaux's Butt Paste also doesn't have that strong medicine smell that the other diaper rash cremes have. Their product comes in these convenient sizes:1oz, 2oz, 3oz, and 4oz tubes, as well as in a 16oz jar. Effectively treats diaper rash and soothes irritated skin.

 Boudreaux's Butt Paste has been featured on Oprah, the Tonight Show, The Today Show, People Magazine, ESPN, and "While You Were Out" on TLC.

I first heard of Boudreaux's after my children were past the diaper stage and I wish I would have learned of it sooner!  When I come across moms discussing the best diaper rash ointment, I always hear Boudreaux's name pop up.  I hear moms say that it is hands down the best brand they have ever used and that it clears up diaper rash quicker than the other leading brands. I say if you haven't tried it, head on over and score your free sample tube!

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Coloring Pages!

My kids always have such fun picking out online pages to print and color!  I thought it would be fun to share a bunch of resources to find and print some fun coloring pages for your little ones!

Disney Family Fun Website:


Educational Coloring Pages Website:



 Also Check Out This Really Awesome Coloring Page Generator!
 *Disney And HP Have Teamed Up To Offer A Fun Way To Put Together Your Own Coloring Book From Your Choice Of Disney Character Coloring Sheets. Just Put Together Your Book, Print, And Color!
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07 August 2010

Junior Varsity Naturals Review

 Junior Varsity Naturals Product Review And Giveaway

Junior Varsity Naturals is a company that was started by two life long friends that noticed a need for a kids deodorant.  With the realization that brand name deodorants contained harmful chemicals not suitable for children, these two friends developed a kids deodorant that was not only safe, but effective against odor!

Did you know leading brands of deodorant, and even some claiming to be "all natural" contain parabens (linked to breast cancer) and glycols (used to make antifreeze)?

Junior Varsity Naturals not only tells you what is in their deodorant, they explain it to you!

Junior Varsity Naturals Ingredients:

Glycerin: From vegetable oil. Used to retain skin's moisture
Aqua
: Water
Sodium Stearate: From steraic acid (from vegetable oil)
Ethylhexylglycerin:Derived from vegetable glycerin
Polysorbate: Derived from Lauric Acid from coconut oil
Fragrance: Derived from essence oils

Thanks to Junior Varsity Naturals, I had the wonderful opportunity to review these products with my daughters!  I admit I was skeptical if a truly "natural" deodorant would be effective in fighting odor.  My girls had to start wearing deodorant at a young age and I had already tried a leading natural deodorant that just did not do the trick!  

First off, not only did these deodorants smell good, they also worked to fight odor!  My girls love to play outside with their friends for hours on end, and when they come inside, I do not have to deal with any funky odors whatsoever anymore!

I will admit I knew that it was important for kids to use natural deodorant, my pediatrician had recommended it.  I had given up though after a failed natural deodorant attempt and was settling for letting them apply a thin coat daily of one of the leading deodorants. After reading just what's in these leading deodorants, and the fact that my children have been using them, I am cringing!  I wish I would have found Junior Varsity Naturals sooner!  Now that it has proven to work for our girls, I will never go back to leading deodorants for them again!

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Also Debuting To This Line In The Next Coming Weeks Is An Unscented Kids Deodorant, A Teen Deodorant, And Kids Toothpaste!


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05 August 2010

Necklace Necessities Review


Necklace Necessities Review And Giveaway!

Extending your necklace wardrobe is now simple and easy with Necklace Necessities!  With Necklace Necessities you can instantly add 3 1/2 to 6 inches to your necklaces!  These wonderful extenders come in a package which includes a trio of necklace extenders. You get one adjustable goldtone, one adjustable silvertone, and one "faux" pearl non-adjustable extender in a cute and charming gift package. But that's not all you get! You also receive a package of hypoallergenic Necessities Secure Strips designed to hold your clasp in place. You'll never have to worry about that pesky clasp moving around to the front of your outfit again!

Necklace Necessities also offers for sale other great products such as "Necessities Skin Guard". This formula is easily applied to areas of your necklace that come in contact with your skin. This formula is wonderful for those who have sensitivities to metal. Dries quickly and lasts for up to two months per application!

Also make sure to check out their new Signature Necklaces!  Quality, handcrafted necklaces that come with removable pendants and make a great gift for any special girl!

Now for the fun part!  I was lucky enough to get the chance to review Necklace Necessities- Necklace Extenders Trio Set!  I am truly loving the different options I now have with my necklaces.  Depending on the neckline of the top I choose to wear, I can now make my necklace look fabulous to match!  I also have to mention how easy it was to add these extenders in with my necklaces. Piece of cake!  I also tried out the Necklace Necessities Secure Strips. I love that I couldn't even tell I had one on!  I have always been so annoyed when I have to keep moving my necklace clasp back to my neckline and now with these I don't have to worry about it!  What a great invention!  I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Necklace Necessities and their great products to any woman. In my opinion they are a must have for any jewelry wardrobe!


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