Kashi Hummus Crisps Review #GotItFree

Disclaimer:  I received a free sample of Kashi Hummus Crisps though Bzzagent.  As always, my opinions are my own.

 

Here we are in 2013.  Forget about those high fat chips. Now it is all about the healthier options like crisps that are less fatty.  Kashi just developed a new kind of yummy hummus crisps made from chickpeas and those famous seven grains. I love the texture of these Kashi Hummus Crisps.  They are a cute little circle and have lots of flavor and crunch to satisfy but low of the fat and calories.  That sure makes me happy.  These are yummy on their own or you can dip them in your own dip or a hummus dip and double dip! 

Make A Plate Art Project Review from Makit and 30% Discount Code!

Disclaimer: I received a sample of Make A Plate Art Project through USFAMILY to evaluate for myself. As always, my opinions are my own.

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I recently shared with you about my Makit opportunity a few weeks ago and I wanted to give you the update on our craft. Now you remember that Makit offers an amazing array of super fun art projects and personalized photo keepsakes.   You can choose from plates, bowls, tumblers, cups and more. You can order art projects as a pre-paid kit or a classroom kit.  Each kit comes with a stack of papers and markers to create on, so your kids can get really creative and artistic.  Makit products are a timeless kids craft that lasts for decades to come.  We were excited to create our 3 plates a few weeks ago and we just got the finished products back.   

My daughter was excited to come up with some ideas for plates. Her first one was a patriotic theme as you can see below.

The markers and round paper templates came with the kit so it was easy to create a colorful theme or design....you could even make something random of your own choice. It really lets the kids get creative.  The second plate (below) was designated to be the family birthday plate.  I always bake for birthdays so this will be perfect for everyone!

The third plate (below) was just a pretty summer theme since we were on the tail end of the summer it was top of her mind. Lots of pretty flowers.  What you are seeing  is the paper that you draw the designs on. They send extras so if you make a boo-boo, just pick up a fresh one and start over...no tears either!

The flower one is so adorable...looks like a spring day full of roses popping up all over the plate.

I love how  patriotic that first one...all finished is below...we are often down at the beach for 4th of July so since we were there I think that was right on her mind when she though up this creation too.  It was nice because it was a relaxing, crafty project that was something new and different to do.  You can see the creations here all ready to be shipped to Makit to be crafted right here in the USA into our own special plates. 

I popped them in the envelope and we walked over to the post office at the beach.  

Update:

They are here!!!! It actually was pretty quick to get our finished products back too.  They came in a secure package all wrapped up nicely.  My little big one was so thrilled to see her finished artwork on the plates. They came out just like she crafted them. The colors are gorgeous too.  We washed them before use as recommended.  She used the flower one for dinner that very night and was so proud of her craft.  We are excited for the next birthday too so we can use our birthday plate.  I would definitely used Makit crafts again for a gift or craft project and can't wait to get our PTA to partner with them for a fund raiser this year.

I’ve just been given the opportunity to review the Make A Plate Art Project and I’m looking forward to sharing it with you. If you want to follow along, my readers save 30% on their Prepaid Art Plate Kit (that’s a savings of over $5!) USE PROMO CODE: USFAMILY and go to Makeit

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Disclaimer: I received this product for free from the sponsor of the Moms Meets  program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. As a Moms Meets blogger, I agreed to use this product and post my opinion on my blog. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of May Media Group, LLC or the manufacturer of the product.

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Have you been really working hard to cut the calories and increase your workouts this spring and summer?  Have you vowed to keep it up all year long? You can do it, girl....if Glamamama and her mama (Mama is almost 80 now) can do it, you can too! You just have to make your mind up. It isn't all fun and games though and I know, it is more of a challenge after 40...we have to work harder and eat less. There are some little tricks you can employ, like my newest find, Calorease.  It is an exciting and pretty compelling new option though it is not magic and you have to be reasonable....

I just recently heard about Calorease through Green Moms Meet.  I was excited to try it because, as I have shared before, after 40 it is always a challenge to keep things looking good even with regular exercise and a almost perfect diet. Calorease is one of the fastest and easiest ways to make your weight management program more effective. Again, it is not magic. You can't go nuts on the fast food and treats though. But, unlike many other diet aids, it is 100% stimulant-free and heart-healthy.  Data indicates that Calorease binds to and eliminates up to 9 times its weight in dietary fat.  Calorease can reduce up to 500 calories a day from the fat in foods.  Hey, 500 kcals is a ton. That is enough in a week to help keep off an extra pound or two. You can have that little treat or occasional cheat meal here and there and not agonize over it.  I love that Calorease is naturally sourced, and has been researched in studies and clinical trials. I totally think that as part of a reduced calorie diet—AND with a regular exercise program—Calorease is that little edge you can use to help you meet your goals and stay on track all year long.

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Here is the inside scoop regarding Calorease:  It’s understood that fiber can bind with dietary fat and prevent fat from being digested. But since most fibers bind fat at a 1:1 ratio, you would have to consume unrealistic amounts of ordinary fiber to gain any benefit—until now. Calorease (FBCx) has a unique, patented fiber that binds up to 9 times its weight in dietary fat, reducing up to 15,000 calories per month from a normal diet.

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Who doesn't love to win big?  Hot summer days and friendly picnics have made way for busy school schedules and changing seasonal colors...at least in the mid-Atlantic area here.  Everyone is back to school and back to work. Ugh. I have something that can cheer almost anyone up though.  Would $1,000 improve your mood for fall?

What could you do with an extra $1,000?  I could think of SO many things to do with $1,000.  I would start with some charity. I think I would share my bounty and give $100 to a worthy cause. I work closely with breast cancer and with October being breast cancer awareness month I think I would give my $100 to a breast cancer charity. Perhaps Susan Komen.  The other $900...maybe a special weekend at a waterpark for the family.  That sounds like a fun way to spend it, don't you think?

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