Drink Duets Bottle Tags and Glass Skirts Perfect for the next party or BBQ: a review #drinkduets

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Summer is the time for parties, barbeques and get togethers. Well, I don't know about you but we really entertain all year long but summer is something else. Between our house and the beach house it is non-stop visitors on the weekends. Nothing gets me nuttier than half finished drinks because people are mixing up the beverages.  Those cute little wine tags help but I never have enough. Besides, some people, who will remain nameless, forget what their little character or tag is. I recently heard about a great way to solve that problem simply and in a cute way that fits with my entertaining style too.

Drink Duets are a fun and functional way to tag those bottles of water or soda or any other bottled beverage in a colorful way.   Bottle Tags are colorful, soft, reusable tags which you slip over the neck of a bottled beverage.  They come in 12 different colors and can also be written on with a sharpie or stick on initials if having different colors isn't enough to differentiate (we won't say names, will we).  The end result:  saving money on drinks (water, beer soda, sport drinks), saving time and trips to the grocery store, and no more spreading of germs by accidentally sharing bottles. It also is greener and better for the environment because you are not wasting and throwing away so much. This is totally great for the drink cooler too at the beach, picnic or sports field! The kids can easily identify their drinks.

The creator of Drink Duets also has an elegant option that is so much better than your traditional wine glass tag. Those wine charms are so last year and at this point seem so dated.  Here is the perfect hostess gift to bring...you can attach it to a lovely bottle of wine and add it to your gift. They are called Glass Skirts and are perfect for any kind of formal or informal event.  Glass Skirts come 8 to a package so you want to get a bunch and stock up for all your summer parties. They are made of the same material  as the Drink Duets and spiral around the stem of a wine glass. They are the perfect complement to the bottle tags at your next party, BBQ or gathering.  Pretty and very practical. They are so much more modern than those traditional wine charms.

Available on the Drink Duets website by the pack or you can inquire about custom or bulk ordering for weddings or corporate events. It will be the talk of your next party too.They are available at select retailers which are listed on the site as well.

Drink Duets has a special promotion just for my readers too:  Mention Glamamamas Goodies and use Promo Code GMG when you buy 2 packages of Bottle Tags you will get a 3rd pack of Bottle Tags free!




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Yummy Spring Butternut Squash Black Bean Quesadillas

What do you do with a giant butternut squash in the spring? This is an interesting recipe for Butternut Squash Black Bean Quesadillas that I just cooked up in my head.  I had a big 'ole butternut squash sitting on the counter and I needed something interesting to do with it that was a little more spring like and fun. You could also use frozen chunks of butternut squash for a faster prep.

In hindsight, I would roast the butternut squash and cut it up a day before to save time and cleanup. Or use frozen....

So I cut a whole butternut squash in half the long way...be careful! I then put both halves face down in a big Pyrex glass dish in the oven. I added enough water to cover the bottom of the dish. I roasted. It at 400 degrees for about an hour...cook it until a fork pierces the inside easily. Let it cool and cut it up into small chunks. You can use half of the squash or the whole one if you have more people in your family. 

Onion is sauteeing and I just added celery.

Celery and onion cooking away.

Meanwhile chop up half an onion and sauté in a bit of oil or vegetable or chicken broth if you are saving calories. About two minutes. Add 2 ribs celery chopped and one or two thinly sliced carrots then 3 or 4 small chopped peppers or one large pepper to the sauté pan. Cook on medium adding broth or oil as needed until soft 5-8 minutes.  Then add two cans black beans and cook 2 minutes or until mixture is warm. 

I used these cute medium sweet peppers that I found this week at ShopRite.

I like to use organic beans that I know have cans that are BPA free.

Slicing up the carrots thinly and chopping the peppers.

Sauteeing the peppers and carrots with the onions and celery.

Then I added the cooked squash to the sauteed vegetables.

Adding the roasted chunks of butternut squash to the mixture. Season as you like with salt and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to warm.

Get out your tortillas, I like the whole wheat ones from Trader Joes.

Either use grated cheese or grate it yourself.

Spoon mixture on tortilla in hot non-stick pan. Add cheese to top and bottom in quantity you like.

Cover with second tortilla. Cook about 2-3 minutes on medium flame until lightly brown and then....flip it. Repeat.

Plate each one and repeat. I like to cut them into triangles. Dip into salsa or eat plain. Delicious!

Get out non stick frying pan place one whole wheat tortilla in warm pan. Add mixture including butternut squash chopped and top with a bit of Monterey Jack or your choice of cheese and too with another tortilla. Cook on medium 2 or 3 minutes until lightly brown. Flip with spatula and repeat on other side. Remove onto plate and slice into triangles. Repeat process with other tortillas and enjoy!

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Adovia Facial Lift and Firm Serum with Dead Sea Minerals and Vitamin C Review #serum

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

This serum is infused with a very special ingredient that is not so easy to find just anywhere but it adds so much benefit. Dead Sea Minerals are an ancient beauty secret that adds a special twist to this serum.  If you know anyone who traveled to the Dead Sea region you can bet that they bought and used Dead Sea Minerals products and they can tell you how amazing they are. The salts from the Dead Sea have long had a reputation for healing and good skin health. Do a quick Google search and you will come up with tons of information on the wonders and benefits of the minerals from the Dead Sea.  It is no surprise that it has gained popularity in recent years and now is included as an integral part of exclusive beauty products including skin, hair, body and facial care items.

This serum from Adovia gives you a variety of skin care benefits including those natural minerals from the Dead Sea as well as Vitamin C. It was crafted to provide a bit of an instant facial lift but also add long term benefits for beautiful skin.  Nothing can totally stop time....let's be realistic, but you can definitely practice good skin care and slow down the process a bit! The Adovia Facial Lift and Firm Serum also has Vitamin C to provide antioxidants which can potentially mitigate the effects of skin damage. Don't forget to use your sunscreen on a regular basis to prevent further skin damage too...every single day! I like how the serum absorbs in very quickly but moisturizes effectively too. My skin has been looking great since I started using it so I will continue to use it daily and let you know.
  

Adovia Facial Lift and Firm Serum with Dead Sea Minerals and Vitamin C

• Achieve an instant lift plus mitigate some of the anti-aging effects on your skin
• Delivers anti wrinkle results over time
• Vitamin C - Also contains a high concentration of Vitamin C for anti wrinkle antioxidant skin protection
• Dead Sea Salt~Formulated with concentrated Dead Sea Minerals and Salt
• 21 minerals essential for skin health and beauty
• Non-oily moisturizer delivers deep hydration and nutrient absorbtion

Adovia Facial Lift and Firm serum with Dead Sea Minerals is available on Amazon which makes it easy to purchase and get quickly. Let me know your thoughts and experiences with this great cream.

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Skin Secret Derma Roller Review + Giveaway #SkinSecret

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. Always check with your physician before using any skincare product and specifically Skin Secret Derma Roller. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare professional prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition such as diabetes.  Keep out of reach of children.

If you are over 30, or even under 30 you probably have at least a few vexing skin issues. Wrinkles are my issue, not terrible because I do take good care of my skin but they are there and I would love to see less of them. I recently had the opportunity to try a new option to treat wrinkles and other pesky skin issues called the Derma Roller. The company shares with me that the Skin Secret Derma Roller is an effective option for treating wrinkles, stretch marks, acne scars, cellulite, and hair loss. It can also be used for anti-aging, and enhancing beauty.  What could not be exciting about this?

STIMULATES COLLAGEN PRODUCTION Collagens have great tensile strength, and provide these body structures with the ability to withstand forces that stretch them. Collagens consist of three polypeptide chains arranged in a triple helix, and are bundled together in fibers. This can be used with collagen creams, collagen lotions, collagen supplements to amplify the collagen production and improve skin quality

HELPS ELIMINATE SCARS INLUDING ACNE SCARS scars will become less vissible over time, including acne scars. This is a good alternative to invasive laser surgery. This product works with othe acne treatments by allowing product to penetrate skin

REDUCES APPEARANCE OF FINE LINES AND WRINKLES this will help eliminate bags under the eye, skin discoloarion, large pores. The skin will appear firmer. Works well with skin lotions, skin creams and skin serums like ascorbic acid vitamin e hyalurunic acid.

REDUCES CELLULITE AND STRETCH MARKS. Reduces the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite. This is without liposouction or other invasive procedures.

My thoughts and experience with the Derma Roller:  The product was sealed twice when it arrived. I followed the instructions provided by the company and sterilized it twice before using this product just to make sure.  I thought it was slightly uncomfortable to use but definitely tolerable. I found it was best to use it in the evening so my face had time to recover overnight. I saw an improvement in fine lines in about a week but I think it would take longer if you had major scars or lines. I will continue to update you on my Derma Roller experience after a few months to tell you about further improvements. I think you really need to continue to use it to see benefits, like anything else if you stop the lines will slowly creep back. I think if it was acne scars though that might be more permanent of a benefit. That would be great.  You can purchase Skin Secret Derma Roller on Amazon.

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SinuOrega Nasal Spray + OregaSpray Multipurpose Spray Review @nahsco

Disclosure:  I was not financially compensated for this post.  I received the product to evaluate for review purposes. 

I am always amazed at how effective natural remedies can be. Who would have guessed how effective and useful oregano could really be.  For years, I just thought oregano was a great spice to use in my Italian cooking.  Actually, oregano, and specifically Oregano P73 is a powerhouse that can be used in tons of ways to help you out every single day. I recently received two products to try out from North American Herb and Spice. 
See what you think and let me know....I am so excited about them.

How many people do you know that have sinusitis way too often?  I know several including close family and friends.  I worry about all those antibiotics that some of them take too.  Data has been shown that overuse of antibiotics is problematic and may actually lead to antibiotic resistance. Many health practitioners agree that the use of a saline solution to flush out nasal passages is the best approach. That is why I always do first and I try to avoid using antibiotics unless the doctor is pretty sure it is something bacterial going on.

One option is to try SinuOrega to aid the cleansing process of the nasal membranes, naturally. This saline wash combines the powerful but natural wild crafted essential oils of Oregano P73, sage, bay leaf and clove.  This aromatic spice formula is blended in a base of pure sea salt to cleanse your sinuses.  I like that this spray is totally natural and free of any kinds of chemicals or additives. It is easy to use too!  It just takes a second to insert the nozzle next to the inner nasal membrane and gently squirt a bit in there while sniffing deeply to distribute it throughout the sinuses.  Repeat the same with the other nostril. You can repeat as needed.  I noticed the first couple of times I used it I felt a little bit of a burning sensation. It subsided after a few uses. You may notice this or a little bit of stinging or sneezing or even increased nasal discharge. This is an non-addictive product so I feel confident using it when I need to.

The second product I received is OregaSpray. This is a totally potent antimicrobial spray and air detoxifier.   It has antiseptic properties and also acts as an antioxidant and decontaminant.  It can even be used as a bug repellent.  OregaSpray is a product that combines potent emulsified spice oils like wild oregano, bay leaf and lavender but it is totally chemical free!  An excellent option if you have sensitivities and allergies. The neat part about the OregaSpray is that it can be used to cleanse the skin and body too. My skin sometimes just freaks with those chemical bug repellents...the itching...ugh. OregaSpray can be used as a natural and effective bug repellent. Yup, a natural bug repellent that works.  I love our backyard but it is bug heaven. I just spray on a little of the OregaSpray and I am good to go. The bugs don't come near me hehehee! I feel better because I know I am avoiding those carcinogenic chemicals, neurotoxins and endocrine disrupters that are in some of the chemical bug repellents.



Orega spray is all natural and so safe you can eat it. No worries about the kids or pets. It is an excellent option to take with you when you travel.  You can use it to disinfect counters, dishes or even food. It is effective as a natural bathroom cleaner. You can use it in the bathroom to destroy mold or even in the garden to repel garden pests. Lord knows I have plenty of those and I was more than happy to spray my OregaSpray on my roses to prevent more nibbling.  Does someone in your family have stinky feet that need some some help? Maybe even just for the gym...we all get sweaty when we workout and that is totally normal. North American Herb and Spice shared that you can rub it on your feet after a shower or bath too.  I tried it and it feels good. My feet stayed fresh even through a crazy workout.


OregaSpray was tested at Celsus Labs to prove that it kills a wide range of bacteria, viruses and molds, both in the air and on surfaces.  I feel really confident when I use it that it is cleansing both germs and odors. Let me know how it works for you.  I would love to get additional ideas.

Meanwhile, you can follow North American Herb and Spice on your fave social media sites like Twitter and Facebook.  You never know what they might post from new products to special deals and coupons. I always like to follow my favorite companies and products.

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