CURAD® SoothePlus™ is a new innovation in wound care for adults and kids @crowdtap #sponsored

This is a real innovation in wound care. I like that these use a natural ingredients to soothe wounds and eliminate odor.  The guaze works really well and is easy to use.  Baking soda is a great addition to gauze pads.  CURAD® SoothePlus™ Medium and Large Gauze Pads with ARM & HAMMER™ Baking Soda are a novel and new way to dress wounds. It is a simple idea to add baking soda and it totally makes sense.

Summertime is always a boo boo season for some reason. Don't ask me why but it seems like all of us are always getting bashed with a hammer, burned by the grill or bitten up my bugs. This is the case from my hubby to my daughter and myself. I got poked by thorns right through my garden glove last week while lruningbthe rises. My hubby is working on scraping the porch and he cut his fingers with a tool. I was so glad we were stocked up with CURAD SoothePlus gauze pads. They made it easy to dress our wounds and it was a relief to have them protected.

 I received this product free as part of a sampling activation for Crowdtap.I received complimentary products to facilitate this review.

Summer Savings with Amazon and Groupon Coupons are a double scoop treat any day of the week #sponsored

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Who doesn't like to shop and save? Amazon and Groupon coupons make it even more rewarding. Keep reading to find out more and how you can save from the comfort of your own home. Summer is a time to relax, head to the beach and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Who wants to spend their day trudging through the mall or heading from store to store in search of a deal. Not me. It so much faster and easier to stock up on Amazon. They have everything I need from napkins to gorgeous summer dresses and even dressers!

Why bother running from store to store when you can take a peek on your smartphone or fire up your ipad and shop online on Amazon and get great deals when you combine with a Groupon Coupon anywhere, anytime! Would you believe that there are over 150 coupons and discounts right now available when you look on Amazon? So many goodies on Amazon when you combine with Groupon Coupons you don't need to go out. You can even sit by the pool and shop to your heart's content.

The great thing is that the codes and offers are always being updated. Shop for birthday presents in the morning and then stock up on coffee pods and crackers in the afternoon.  One of my little secrets that I will share with you is to keep an ongoing To Buy list on my smartphone. I add to it when I remember there is something I need to buy and then when I have time to shop online, I check my deals, discounts and offers and stock up on multiples. One of the things on my list now is a new grill. I will be shopping on Amazon tomorrow but first I will be checking my Groupon Coupons.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising

Seventh Generation Free and Clear Baby Wipes @seventhgen #sponsored

Disclosure: I am member of Generation Good, and received this product to try for free.” I received this product for free. 

I recently had the opportunity to try Seventh Generation Free + Clear Baby Wipes for free. These are super-sized wipes that feel and perform just like cloth and are clinically proven to be gentle on skin.  They are safe to use on anywhere you need. This includes messy mouths, hands, feet, and everything in between. These are gentle and work great for us.

I received several samples of Free & Clear Baby Wipes for me to try and 1 more to stash in my diaper bag for those emergencies that pop up! You know they happen.  These are a great way to feel good about making things easy for yourself with a disposable product that is better for everyone. I love the things that are not in her like no alcohol.
           

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising

Stay Away Moths keep my clothes smelling great and protect against moth damage #gotitfree #trynatural #sponsored

I always try to find natural solutions but it can be challenging to protect my clothes properly. I am always worried about moth damage so it was great to see that there is an effective option that both smells great and is effective in keeping moths away. I have a cedar closet but it needs to be refreshed and supplemented on a regular basis. Stay Away Moths is an easy way to accomplish that task. 

These sachets come in a  completely recyclable box and all the materials are recyclable as well.  That is a win-win. The packet is small enough to tuck into areas around the cedar closet and they take up no space at all.  I love the combination of the essential oils in Stay Away Moths. The geraniol, geranium and cedar keep my cedar closet smelling great and leave me worry free about my best clothing during the off season. . I love that this is an all natural solution that is effective for me. 

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising

Stay Away Spiders repels spiders without harming them #gotitfree #trynatural #spidersolution

I was impressed with the completely recyclable box and materials for Stay Away Spiders. I love that this is an all natural solution and an easy way to repel spiders without harming them. When I opened the box, I was greeted with a fresh, clean and natural scent was really pleasant too. The packet is small enough to tuck into areas around the house as well. 

I have noticed a marked reduction in the spider population in the area that I placed the sachet. That is super encouraging! When I walk downstairs, I can smell the clean, fresh scent that comes from the Stay Away Spiders sachet. the light scent reminds me that the product is working as well. I know when the scent fades it will be time to pick up a new packet. I love that this product is made in the USA as well. 

 Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising

Premama Prenatal Energy Drink Mix for Complete Maternity Wellness @premama @momsmeet #sponsored

Premama products have been around a few years now and I was happy to hear that their product line has really expanded now. They have so many different products to support the entire pregnancy journey. I was eager to get my Premama Prenatal Energy Drink Mix and check it out.  One of my mom friends is pregnant now and she is getting so tired. I wanted to see what this was all about. Momsmeet and Premama sent me a sample box to try.  I was excited to see that these energy supplements are watermelon flavored. Yummy! These are a pregnancy safe formulation that is free of caffeine and no stimulants either. It even has added B vitamins, Omega-3 and fiber to keep everything moving there.

   

Premama Prenatal Energy Drink Mix is a watermelon flavored powdered dietary supplement that eliminates the need to swallow a pill. It is gluten-free, vegetarian and non-GMO. You get 28 servings in each box too so you are not running to the store to restock all the time. Each box covers you for a whole month. Premama can be easily mixed with water, juice, iced tea, sports drinks, smoothies, shakes or whatever you want. 

Premama Prenatal Vitamin Energy Drink Mix is safe to use before, during and after pregnancy. It contains B vitamins that can help boost energy and soothe the effects of morning sickness too. It has a simple ingredient list including sugar, citric acid, natural flavors, stevia leaf extract and beet powder for color. It includes Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Potassium, Omega-3 and isomalto-oligosaccharides which add the fiber in there. All good stuff there.

Premama and get going taking those healthy and yummy vitamins for your baby's good They have so many products from Premama Fertility Supplement Drink Mix to Premama Prenatal Vitamin Drink Mix and everything in between. Check them out and see how they can help support you too.

Disclaimer:  I received a free sample and information on Premama through MomSelect in order to review it and share the information with others.  As always, my opinion is always my own.

RuckPack is combat nutrition for every battle, any day of the week. Re-energize anytime, anywhere. Perfect for pre-workouttoo! #RPShot2017 #fitness #nootropic #energy #focus #military #sponsored

I work out hard and I know you all do too. Sometimes it is a challenge to keep your energy up on the go. Hiking, biking, mud-runs and all, there are options but here is a really good one. RuckPack is a veteran owned and operated nutrition company. Everything that they make is manufactured right here in the USA. RuckPack is comprised of more than 20 veterans from multiple services and backgrounds. How is that for just amazing? These creative entrepreneurs had a campfire discussion about nutritional supplementation while in Afghanistan’s brutal Helmand Province some years back. That germ of an idea transformed into the Original RuckPack Energy Shot. RuckPack® Energizer Nootropic Shots are made with natural sweeteners, colors, and flavors. They taste great too. RuckPack even gives 5% of profits back to the Marine Corps – Law Enforcement Foundation and they support a number of other charities. Guess what is in the works right now? RuckPack is working on creating a virtually non-profit Veteran Discount Program. This program plans to provide all powder supplements at sub-wholesale pricing for veterans and police officers. How good is that?

So what is this Combat Nutrition For Every Battle? RuckPack is the supplement company founded on the battlefield by Special Operations Forces to help endure the rigors of war. RuckPack’s active ingredients work synergistically to promote core nutrition, improve focus and give instant energy and prolonged stamina. These supplements are not only effective for combat though...they work for everyday combat like sports, work, running around with kids. Everyone has a daily battle and these RuckPack supplements are a way to keep going strong no matter what.

Have you tried those energy shots that you found in the local health food or grocery store? I have looked at them and the ingredient lists just freak me out. I have a science and nutritional background and I have to look ingredients up. Not for me. These are a healthier alternative to those questionable energy shots. RuckPack offers a non-caffeinated and a moderately caffeinated version.  RuckPack offers tasty and effective alternatives to some of those crazy caffeine shots that currently exists within the energy shot market. RuckPack® Energizer Nootropic Shots are made with natural sweeteners, colors, and flavors. Forget those freaky ingredients in some of the energy shots you find in the stores. The RuckPack caffeinated shot even contains natural caffeine from green tea. No sucralose. No synthetic caffeine.

Plus, RuckPack® works to counter the negative effects of caffeine in other ways. These drinks contain well known natural ingredients like Theanine, for example. Theanine helps blunt caffeine’s attack on the central nervous system while improving focus. Citrulline is another ingredient. This is a vasodilator is used to counteract the vasoconstriction caused by caffeine. They also add a powerful anti-oxidant, CoQ10, to restore a benefit of coffee lost during caffeine extraction. Now you can get all the benefits of caffeine while minimizing the side effects and bolstering the cognitive benefits. These are now available in the USA, Canada and Mexico too.

You may have even heard of them before whether you have seen them on television or in your favorite magazine. RuckPack has been featured on Shark Tank, Beyond the Tank, Entrepreneur Magazine, Bloomberg Radio, Fox and Friends, Marine Times, People Magazine and more. Google even featured RuckPack in a Google Apps commercial. Check out their Shark Tank video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6j0daQhL-I

There are great flavors too including Raspberry Grenade: This one helps you to support energy, endurance and focus with the only nutritional supplement born on the battlefield. They removed the caffeine and added a bunch of extra vitamins, minerals and amino acids. This multi-vitamin shot boasts the best non-caffeinated blend of taste, energy and focus in the market. You also have Strawberry Assault: Naturally boost energy, endurance and focus with 120mg of caffeine and a delightful strawberry flavor, this shot is the perfect blend of taste, energy and focus. Citrus Ambush: Naturally boost energy, endurance and focus with natural Caffeine, colors, and flavors. With 240mg of caffeine, this shot is maximum energy for maximum effort.

So exactly what are the Nootropic Energy Shots? Nootropics are brain food supplement that supports enhanced memory, focus, mood, motivation, and cognitive functioning. In sports, nootropics have demonstrated improvement with mind-muscle communication and coordination. RuckPack Energizers are made with the highest quality ingredients and provide lasting energy and focus. RuckPack has been formulated with powerful active ingredients designed to promote brainpower, energy, endurance, and overall health. These are a better alternative to the traditional Energy Shots
Remember that RuckPack Energizer Nootropic Shots are made with natural sweeteners, colors, and flavors. The caffeinated shot even contains natural caffeine from green tea. No sucralose. No synthetic caffeine. They have other products too and you will love the variety and flavors including Sweet Citrus Speedball, Fruit Punch Speedball 12oz drinks and Lemon Lime Refit. You can buy any of the varieties of RuckPack drinks or energy shots online. RuckPack has shared a 20% off deal just for my readers. You can go to RuckPack and use the Discount Code BB122 to save on your purchase. Let me know how they work for you!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising

Beauty Box 5 June 2017 Adventure Awaits @beautybox5 #Beautybox5 #Iwantjessesgirl #prestigecosmetics #didhair #laritzy #coastalscents #sponsored

Disclosure: I was not financially compensated for this post. I received the products for review purposes. The opinions are my own, based on my personal experience with the products. '

I love it....Beauty Box five has the fun beauty ideas for every day of the year whether it is spring, summer, fall or winter.  My little blue box from BB5 helps me manage to keep it all together at work and at home to freshen up my glam look no matter what the day holds for me.  BB5 shows you how you can squeeze in quality beauty time into even the days you gotta speed things along with a few little special products.  Check out all the trendiest of autumn fashions now that the long, hot days of summer are starting to fade! Don't forget to share your fave finds and share with friends too. Take a peek at a few beauty goodies to go along with your pretty fashions and maybe grab a few extra for friends. A BB5 subscription makes a great gift any friend would appreciate all year long.

Everyone loves getting the inside scoop. I like trying new beauty products from sunscreens to lipsticks and find that I often find new faves.  That is one of the great things about BB5.  You can try lots of new things and sub in new favorites without being stuck with a huge bottle of this or that. I happens to the best of us even with green intentions. Sometimes I look at a product in the store but I worry it might not be for me and I don't want to spend all that money if I don't know that I really like it.  Who needs something else to sit on the bathroom shelf or take up more room in a drawer? I would always feel guilty. Every once in a while you get lucky and the store has a sample or perhaps a beauty company sends you a sample and you get to try it first.  That is the premise behind BB5.

The ideal solution for all of us is brought to you by Beauty Box 5. They understand and created their great beauty sampling box program. Beauty Box 5 is an amazing subscription beauty box sampler that is delivered right to your doorstep (or mailbox) filled with a combination of 5 brand new cosmetic samples monthly, quarterly or annually. You can start out at just $12 a month or save more by getting a longer subscription. 

Signing up to receive Beauty Box 5 each month is a great new way for anyone from teens to moms and even a savvy fashionista Gramma to sample new cosmetic products and see what works for you. Good skin care and the joy of beauty has no age limit!  Each month they include tips and tricks for the products on the back of this little card below to help you get the most out of your beauty samples each month.

Beauty Box 5 is always on the lookout for the latest new items to make the best matches for your own personal taste and lifestyle.  The prices are reasonable too. You can get a Beauty Box 5 monthly for $12, quarterly for $30 or annually for just $99.  Shipping is always free.  A fun way to check out lots  of the new beauty stuff out there without a whole lot of $$ investment. The great part is that if you like something, you can just up and buy the full size item, right?  Much better than buying a full size you-know-what-beauty-item and paying a fortune and then it sits in the makeup bag gathering dust because it doesn't work for you.

Beauty Box 5 mixes it up with their brands and keeps things adventurous. They source from a mix of niche, luxe, regular drugstore, vegan and eco-conscious brands.  One month you might get hair care, nail care, makeup, skin care, fragrances or even beauty accessories or a mix of any of the above.  I love the suspense!  You will get a carefully curated blend of travel, full-size and deluxe samples from their most current collection.

I just received the June Adventure Awaits box this week.  The June theme is all about getting yourself pretty for those summer adventures here and there. A little bit of glimmer is a nice way to add some elegance and sparkle as spring moves into summer. This box makes it easy to squeeze in some extra time for a little elegance with a Midas Touch. Beauty Box 5 always has all the tools and tricks to help you look pretty from your head to your toes.  Okay, but just how do you get your hair, lips, eyes and nails looking just so? Let BB5 help you out! The team at Beauty Box 5 wants to remember you are it is all about taking care of yourself.  They show you just how to style your hair and eliminate the frizzies. They give you the tools to freshen up your nails super fast and glam them up with hot winter colors.  Just as often they tuck in moisturizers and even a gentle wash for the face or body. This month the focus is on the skin and hair.  Beauty Box 5 is here with a ton of special treats to help you along the way.  Here is the scoop on the amazing treats that were in this month's sweet sea blue box:

As always, my box was filled with of lovely goodies that I could not wait to try. There were all kinds of treats for my eyes tucked in there this month.  There were several special items to keep me looking fresh and alluring wherever I go-or even if I stay home.  Even if I am home or staying local, I will still be looking good with all my goodies stashed in my bag.

The first item in this box is Jesse's Girl Liquid Eyeliner. Totally a fun summer way to get adventurous. This is the time to switch up your regular routine whether it is on vacation or at work. When you add one pop of color like this it changes everything. I love the bright color that lets me rev up the color for a summer night out. This liner goes on very smoothly and gives you a fun look. I received Blue Hawaii, a pretty bright blue color that is just perfect for my eyes for summer. It is a brighter, aquamarine tone that is perfect with a bit of tinted moisturizer. You can be as adventurous as you want. This pretty color works on just about any skin tone. It is a perfect size stick to pop in your purse or travel bag all summer long.  Retail $6.99

The LaRitzy Lip Pencil is a great way to define and line your lips with a smooth easy pencil . I love that this brand creates paraben-free, cruelty free products that look great on me and really last. The color I received is called Bare and it has just enough color to define my lips. It works beautifully with a variety of my lipsticks and glosses. It isn't too bright and it adds enough color to even work solo as a matte lip color. This is perfect for those long summer nights when I just don't want to apply and reapply again. For a fun change, you can go for a winged eyeliner, a bit of blush on the cheeks, a matte lip and a long maxi. Enjoy summer! Retail $18.00

Prestige Biggest Lashes Big Lash Effect Mascara in Very Black is just what you need to define your lashes this summer. This is the mascara that will add the kind of drama you need to your life.Why not keep the drama on your lashes? Yes!! This mascara has a plush brush that helps to define all your lashes even the tiniest ones. It gives you the ability to get really close so you can boost the volume from end to end. One of the nicest things about this brush is that it keeps your lashes from clumping. One of the best mascara tips I ever got was to start at the base of your lash line and gentle wiggle the brush up. BB5 just reminded me about it, it is an oldie but goodie. You can add a second coat for even more volume and definition. You can even use it with a lighter touch for a more diffused look. Retail $7.50

  

Coastal Scents Revealed 3 Palette is so versatile and can be used in many different ways. This pretty set gives you a variety of colors that work for day and night. The shades are highly pigmented, buildable and can totally be transformed into any kind of look you want. This is a palette you can toss in your makeup bag with a few brushes and you are ready for day or night this summer. You can glide the lighter shade onto the inner and outer corners of your eyes and blend it for a refreshed look. Use the darker colors to define and add drama. Have fun with some color. Retail $19.95

The final product is the Did Hair Jeweled Hair Tie Set. This colorful blinged set is just what you need for summer. Warmer weather means more ponytails and calculated messy buns. I like to keep my look stylish no matter how hot it is and this is the best way to do it. I can even keep a hair tie on hand at all times by keeping the style on my wrist. These hair ties are so chic I can wear it on my wrist too. I like that these are softer than regular bands so they don't leave creases in my hair either. It gives me the option to change my look during the day and add flexibility in there for summer!  Retail $7.50

So, are you ready to get in on the fun? The ladies from BB5 have put together another really amazing box full of beauty fun perfect to take you straight through winter and right into spring and even summer. Don't forget to join Beauty Box 5 right now and get in on the goodies to keep you looking fab for all four seasons.

After you join, you can even spread your good fortune via Instagram and have an opportunity to win full-size versions of these products too! Don't forget to tag @beautybox5 and #bb5fave that way they know that it was you spreading the good tips and great products!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising