Musselman's Big Cup Review and #Giveaway 10/20 CLOSED

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My kids love applesauce.  I love it too.  We are fans of Musselman's products.  Have you tried any of them?  They make quality apple products that taste great.  They offer applesauce, apple juice, and more!  We love their individual servings of applesauce.  These are great for lunches and snacks.  I want to introduce you to one of Musselman's newest products.  They now offer Big Cups of their applesauce.  These are 6 oz. servings!

The Musselman's Applesauce Big Cups are perfect for hungry kids.  They are nice if you have bigger kids and they want a larger portion.  They are a healthy snack that I feel good about eating, but also feeding to my family.  They are a sweet snack that I am ok with my kids having.  I love that these single serve Big Cups require no refrigeration too.  The new Big Cup is available in the following varieties. . . . 

Cinnamon 

Original 

and Unsweetened.  

We enjoyed all the great flavors that we received.  What flavor would you want to try out?  You can learn more about these and all of the other Musselman's products by visiting their website.  You can also connect with Musselman's on Facebook and Pinterest too!

Giveaway - enter to win a Musselman's Big Cup Applesauce Prize Package.

Open to US residents 18 years of age and older.  The giveaway will end on 10/20/13 at 8:59 PM PST.  The winner will be chosen rancomly.  The winner will be contacted by email and will have 48 hours to contact me back to claim their prize.  Mommie of 2 is not responsible for lost prizes or prizes that are not received.

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.  

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Pura Vida Bracelets Review

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I love fun and fashionable jewelry.  Pura Vida Bracelets are just that.  They are a great way to make a fashion statement.  What does Pura Vida mean though?  The phrase means to enjoy life slowly in Spanish.  The company started when 2 friends visited Costa Rica.  They brought back these amazing bracelets.  The 2 friends purchased these beautifully handmade bracelets from Jorge and Joaquin.  The neat part about this is that Jorge and Joaquin are now able to live comfortably because of these bracelets! 

The bracelets are now sold online, in boutique shops, surf shops and more.  I love the look of these bracelets when they are worn individually, but they also look really nice when a bunch of them are stacked together.  No single bracelet is alike.  They are all unique and beautiful in different ways.  The bracelets are perfect for teeny wrists too.  If you have a child you can adjust it to a smaller size.  They are also great for adults too because they adjust to whatever size you need.

My 6 year old fell in love with her green peace sign Pura Vida bracelet.  We actually share these and she can wear them one day or I can.  They really are fun.  Pura Vida Bracelets come in so many colors and styles.  They offer plain bracelets, bracelets with charms, braided bracelets, and flat bracelets.  These really are fun.  They also have a charity line.  This line gives back to the Surfrider foundation.

You can learn more about these neat bracelets by visiting their website.  You can also connect with them on Facebook and Twitter.

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.  

Turning Leaf Refresh Review

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I want to introduce you to some wines that are light, crisp, and bubbly.  Turning Leaf Refresh are some of the newest wines from Turning Leaf.  These are perfect when you want something very light and easy to drink.  They are really nice for entertaining too.  They are a all sweet wines.  These are best when they are served chilled.  They all retail for about $8 a bottle.  They are very reasonable priced.

The Turning Leaf Refresh Wines are available in 4 varieties.  I love that they offer a Crisp White, Red Moscato, Pink Moscato, and Moscato.  These are all excellent and it really depends on your taste and what you plan on pairing it with.  What variety would you want to try?

Turning Leaf Refresh Red Moscato

This is a red wine.  It's light, crisp, sweet, and bubbly.  It has a bit of a rich flavor because it is a red, but it is not intense.  It has a fruitiness to the wine.  I personally like this one as an after dinner wine.  Turning Leaf suggest pairing this with things like burgers or ribs.  This red is made with mostly Cabernet grapes.  The grapes come from the Alexander Valley for the most part.

Turning Leaf Refresh Crisp White

This is also a very light wine.  It is a sweet white.  It is also bubbly and refreshing.  This wine is said to have hints of fruitiness from things like apple and lemon.  I like this wine with poultry.  They suggest pairing it with roasted chicken or even pizza. 

Turning Leaf Refresh Moscato

I really enjoyed this one.  It was one of my favorites.  It is hard to pick just one.  This one is also a white wine.  It is sweetened perfectly.  It is crisp and bubbly just like the other ones.  This one is said to have flavors from peach and orange blossom.  They suggest pairing this variety with spicy food.  I think it would do an excellent job putting out the zing from hot food.  It is also excellent as a dessert wine or with a cheese course.

Turning Leaf Pink Moscato

This is a beautiful pink wine that has a nice sweetness to it.  It is bubbly and fresh tasting.  It is said to have notes of cherry, pomegranate and mandarin oranges.  This is a versatile wine that can be paired with pretty much anything.  What would you drink it with?

You can learn more about the new Turning Leaf Refresh Wines by visiting their website.  You can also connect with them on Facebook.

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.  

Professional Pet Nail Clippers Review

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I have 2 cats and I just want to say that they are stubborn when it comes to getting their nails trimmed.  What do you used to trim your pet's nails?  Do you have any tips or products that make the job easier?  I do.  I want to introduce you to a high quality professional pet nail clippers.

The Epica Pet Nail Clippers is a great way to trim your pet's nails easily.  It is great for both cats and dogs.  The clippers comes with easy to use instructions.  They suggest getting your pet used to using the clippers.  I simply held my cat and gently used this to trim his nails.

What did I like about these clippers?

These are a high quality stainless steel clippers.  They have a heavy duty spring in them too.  The clippers have a safety edge so you don't cut off too much.  I really like this.  The clippers have a nice locking mechanism for storage too.  The clippers cut pet nails easily and smoothly.  I like that my cats didn't fuss about getting their nails clipped.  It removed the excess nail quickly and it was painless for both my cat and myself.  

The clippers retail for $7.95 on Amazon.  You can learn more about the Epica Pet Nail Clippers here.

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.

Back to School Meals with La Tortilla Factory Wraps

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I have to have simple and healthy meal options when it comes to back to school lunches.  That also goes for breakfasts and dinners because we are often in a rush.  What kinds of things do you make when you want something healthy, quick and nutritious?  

I want to introduce you to La Tortilla Factory's mini soft wraps.  These are an easy way to change up meals and make them fun.  These are a great way to change up a regular sandwich and make them different.  The La Tortilla Factory mini soft wraps are perfect for kids.  They are a small size and they can pick them up easily.   They come in flavors like white whole wheat, fiesta, and more.  This is nice because there are a variety of flavors for all different tastes.

I have used these to make a breakfast wrap.  They are a nice portable way to eat breakfast in a hurry.  I personally love the fiesta flavor for my breakfast wrap.  I add some egg, cheese and salsa to the inside of the soft wrap.  What would you use these for?  You can also use them to make things like peanut butter spring rolls, a baby blue sandwich, or an all American one.  You can visit the La Tortilla Factory website to get great recipe inspiration and these recipes.

La Tortilla Factory is currently running a Back to School Edible Photo Art Contest!  You can learn more about how to enter and see the complete rules by visiting their Facebook page.

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.  

My 7's E Cigarette Review

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My husband has been trying to cut back on smoking.  Are you familiar with using e-cigarettes for this?  He has had some success with the use of these.  I want to introduce you to My 7's E Cigarettes.  These are a high quality e-cigarette that are easy to use.  

We received a Two Kit to review.  These are really nice because they come with 2 batteries and 6 cartridges.  The convenient thing about this kit is that if one battery dies you have one ready to use while the other is charging.  This kit comes with refills that you simply screw on once the old one is out of vapor.  These kits can be ordered in a variety of flavors too.  You can choose whatever you want.  Some of the flavor options include tobacco, blueberry, apple, chocolate, and more.  Some of the varieties even come with the option of different nicotine levels as well.  This is a great way to taper off. What variety would you want to try?

My husband tried out the blueberry variety and he enjoyed it.  He said that the My 7's E Cigarette puts out a decent amount of vapor that mimics that of a real cigarette.  He also really liked the charging options for the batteries.  The e-cigarettes can be charged with just the use of the USB charger, but this also has the option of hooking into another adapter and then charging it in the wall.  Pretty neat!  

You can purchase the two battery kit directly from My 7's by visiting their website.  It retails for $59.95.  When you add it to the cart you are given the option as far as customizing the flavors.  You can also connect with My 7's E Cigarettes on Facebook, Twitter, Google + and Pinterest too.

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.  

Turning Leaf Wines Review

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I have heard quite a bit about Turning Leaf wines.  I had honestly never tried them.  I was really excited to try some of these out when I received samples.  I found the price on these Turning Leaf wines very appealing.  They offer quality wines at reasonable prices.  The varieties I tried all retail for about $8.  They are great wines for entertaining too!  They have received a number of awards for their wines.  Their Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir really impressed me.  Have you tried any of these?

Turning Leaf Chardonnay

This is a dry and crisp white wine.  It pairs well with poultry or pork dishes.  It's also great with fruit and cheese.  This is an easy to drink white wine.  It is said to have flavors of citrus and peach.  This is an easy drinking wine.  This wine is made with 100% Chardonnay grapes that come from California.

Turning Leaf Merlot

I am a huge fan of a good Merlot.  This is a very good Merlot and I love that it's only about $8.  It is smooth and full of flavor.  This Merlot is great with red sauces or red meats.  It is said to have flavors from dark cherry and plum.  It is also a bit spicy.  This wine is made with 100% Merlot grapes that also come from California.  Have you tried the Turning Leaf Merlot?  What do you pair it with?

Turning Leaf Pinot Noir

This is also an excellent wine for a very great price.  I am also a big fan of a good Pinot Noir.  This one impressed me for the $8 price tag.  This is a dry red that is smooth.  I love that it's not super intensely flavor.  It is full of flavor, but not overpowering.  The wine is said to have flavors of boysenberry and pomegranate.  They suggest pairing it with things like pizza or even roasted mushrooms.  What would you pair this one with?

Turning Leaf Cabernet Sauvignon

This is a very full flavored red wine.  It's very dry.  It's smooth and perfect with a variety of foods.  It is said to have flavors of blackberry jam.  Have you tried it?  It has a bit of spiciness to it as well.  This is the perfect wine to pair with red meats and grilled foods.  I love a good Cab like this will bbq'd steak.  This wine is made with 100% Cabernet grapes from California.

You can learn more about all of the Turning Leaf Wines by visiting their website.  You can also connect with them on Facebook too!

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.  

Anci Decor - Help Them Reach 1,000 Fans for a Giveaway

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I recently came across a really great jewelry website.  They offer rustic jewelry that i

s so beautiful.  Their jewelry is completely handmade.  You truly can tell they love what they do.  Anci Decor Jewelry will be running a 1,000 Fan Giveaway soon.  You can head over to their Facebook page to like them and help get this giveaway started!  So what exactly will they be giving away?  They will give 2 lucky winners some great jewelry prizes.  

Visit Anci Decor on Facebook here to help get them closer to starting the giveaway!  

Lifeice Review

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Does your family love icy treats?  Mine do.  I want to introduce you to something really neat that is a new product.  Lifeice is a bite sized ice that is unique and delicious.  These are not just plain ice though.  They are flavored and come in 4 varieties.  They offer these in Berry Bite, Citrus Chomp, Chocolate Crisp, and Green Grind.  We really enjoyed the 2 flavors that we received.

Lifeice comes in a liquid form and you stick the packages in the freezer.  The little ices are the perfect size for munching on.  They are great for kids too.  Lifeice is made with quality ingredients like coconut water, agave, and superfoods.  These are similar to mini popsicles.  These are great too because they are healthy, but also taste like a treat.  My 6 year old loves the Citrus Chomp variety of the Lifeice.

You can learn more about all of the Lifeice varieties by visiting their website.  You can also purchase these directly from the website.  Lifeice can also be found on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.  

Children's Claritin and Back to School

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When school starts it's usually the start of Fall here for us shortly after that.  My kids allergies act up in the Spring and Fall.  What do you do to keep your kids allergies under control while they are at school?  It can be a challenge because some allergy medications can cause drowsiness.  We opt for Children's Claritin because it is non drowsy.  I need something that gets rid of itchy eyes and noses, but also allows the to stay alert all day long!

Children's Claritin sent me some great items to share with friends and family to help make back to school easier.  I have included these tips below.  Do you have any great back to school tips?  

1. Be sure to have Children’s Claritin, the #1 pediatrician-recommended non-drowsy allergy brand, on hand!

2. Multi-vitamins are building blocks to having a strong immune system. Make taking a multi-vitamin part of your

child’s daily routine.

3. Let there be light! Mold doesn't like sunlight, so try to keep your curtains open during the day. Should be easy during the summer months!

4. Did you know that most pillows trap allergens, dust mites, and bacteria? Monitor the cleanliness of the pillow your child with allergies sleeps on and replace if necessary.

5. Back to school season means lots of laundry for many moms. Be sure to remove laundry from the washing machine promptly. Allowing wet clothes to sit in the washer means mold can quickly grow there.

6. Monitor pollen counts and adjust outdoor before and after school activities accordingly. Dry, windy days can be particularly high in pollen.

7. Showering or bathing at the end of the day as opposed to the morning can be helpful in removing allergens from body surfaces and hair.

8. Stay hydrated! Always send your child to school with a bottle of water. Drinking lots of clear fluids through the day can help get rid of toxins and flush out body.

9. Peak pollen production typically occurs in early morning, so try to plan outside activities at other times of the

day.

(The tips above were provided by Children's Claritin)

As a member of the Children’s Claritin Mom Crew, I receive product samples and promotional items to share and use as I see fit. No monetary compensation has taken place and any opinions expressed by me are honest and reflect my actual experience.

Addison Weeks Labradorite Whitten Studs $64 Giveaway 10/7 CLOSED

I am a huge fan of great jewelry.  That is exactly what I found when I came across the Addison Weeks website.  They offer unique and beautiful jewelry pieces that are very impressive.  They offer earrings, necklaces and bracelets.  These are the perfect way to accessorize any outfit.

Addison Weeks doesn't just do jewelry though.  They offer much more.  They offer great fashionable items.  They offer clutches that are amazing.  I have never seen such neat clutches!  They also offer a great selection of belts and buckles.  This is a great way to add some fun to any outfit too.

More about Addison Weeks. . . 

Addison Weeks began in 2012.  It was created by 2 southern designers.  Their goal was to create a line of high quality fashion jewelry.  They did just that.  They did an amazing job too.  Their line includes both modern and vintage styles.  It also includes great colors.  

You can learn more about Addison Weeks jewelry by visiting their website.  You can also connect with them on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

Giveaway - Enter to win a pair of Labradorite Whitten Studs from Addison Weeks.  

Theses are gorgeous!  They are a $64 value.  They are faceted gemstone studs.  The stone is amazing and shimmers.  

Open to US residents 18 years of age and older.  The giveaway will end on 10/7/13 at 8:59 PM PST.  The winner will be chosen randomly.  The winner will be contacted by email and will have 48 hours to contact me back to claim their prize.  Mommie of 2 is not responsible for lost prizes or prizes that are not received.

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Healthy Eating and Back to School with Santa Barbara Bars and Linwoods Review

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When it's back to school time it can be a challenge to find nutritious and healthy food options for your child and the rest of your family.  I know that we are always on the go, so that means we need healthy options that are quick and can sometimes be eaten while you're on the go.  What healthy foods to you give your kids for breakfast before they go to school?  What kinds of things do you send with them to know they are getting the right nutrition?

Linwoods Super Foods

I want to first introduce you to Linwoods Super Foods.  Linwoods offer a variety of healthy food products.  These are loaded with fatty acids, vitamins and minerals.  Linwoods originated in Ireland.  Many of their products contain flaxseed.  Their products can be added to things like oatmeal, soups, sauces and more.  It fortifies whatever you add it to and gives it more health benefits.  This can even be added to things like yogurt or even dry breakfast cereal to give it an extra added healthy boost.  You can learn more about Linwoods by visiting their website or connecting with them on Facebook and Twitter.

Santa Barbara Bars

Santa Barbara Bars are also a healthy and nutritious eating option.  They are great for children and parents on the go.  This is perfect for busy school mornings.  These come in 3 great flavors.  They offer Coconut Almond, Peanut Chocolate Cherry, and Cranberry White Chocolate.  My favorite flavor is the Cranberry White Chocolate.  They are perfect for meal replacement too.  Santa Barbara Bars are full of protein too.  They keep you very full.  They are gluten free and GMO free.  They do not have any soy protein added to them either.  You can learn more about Santa Barbara Bars by visiting their website or connecting with them on Facebook and Twitter.

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.  

Protein Bakery Sampler Review

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What do you do when you want something sweet, but still want to be health conscious?  It sometimes can be hard when you have a craving.  I really try and take care of my health and eat good and exercise.  I want to introduce you to a company that offers baked goods, but they are made with a neat twist.  The Protein Bakery offers quality baked goods that are loaded with protein.  

So, how can you make a baked treat healthier?  The Protein Bakery has done this by adding whey protein to their delicious baked goods.  They protein does not affect the flavor or texture of these either.  I am so pleased that they use whey protein because I personally have a hard time digesting other types of proteins.  The Protein Bakery also uses simple ingredients in their products.  The baked goods not only taste wonderful, but they really fill you up.  They are great for a snack, treat, or I have been known to eat them for breakfast.  They truly hold me over until my next meal.

The Protein Bakery offers cookies, brownies, blondies, and minis.  We sampled a variety of these.  I have to say my favorite was the Peanut Butter White Chocolate Chip Cookies.  I was amazed that the 2 cookies have 8 grams of protein in them.  I found that the baked goods were pretty low in calories and fat too.  The Protein Bakery makes all of these products in small batches.

Are you already a fan of The Protein Bakery?  They have a contest running right now.  If you order products you can submit a photo to info@proteinbakery.com.  You just have to submit an photo making a muscle while holding your Protein Bakery goodies.  What is the prize?  The winner will receive a gift pack and t-shirt.  Good luck! 

You can learn more about The Protein Bakery by visiting their website.  You can also order their delicious baked goods from the website.  The Protein Bakery can also be found on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.

Disclosure - I received a free sample to facilitate my review.  No monetary compensation was provided.  All opinions are completely my own.  My participation is voluntary.   I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.