Hillshire Farm American Craft Sausages are perfect for your next get together #AmericanCraft @hillshirefarm #GotItFree

Disclosure: I received information and 3 free coupons to try Hillshire Farm American Craft Sausage through BzzAgent. My opinions are my own.

I recently had the opportunity to sample something yummy from Hillshire Farm. They are a company known for their quality meat and deli products but this is something totally new.  Hillshire Farm just came out with American Craft Sausage in 3 fun flavors. Who doesn't love grilled sausage in the summer and spring, fall and winter too? I love sausage all year long...in the winter I will just pull out my heavy duty grill pan which still works great.

They created three unique flavors to choose from: Smoky Bourbon, Jalapeno and Cheddar plus Garlic and Onion.  It was hard to choose because they all sounded delicious to me. I started with the Jalapeno and Cheddar. They are available exclusively at Walmart now so trot on over there and stock up your refrigerator.  These are perfect for your next party or get together.  It would also be nice to bring these to your next BBQ--what host wouldn't be thrilled about that? The ingredient list is below as well.

American Craft® Jalapeño & Cheddar Ingredients: Pork, Water, Pasteurized Process Cheddar Cheeses [Cheddar Cheese ( Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Water, Cream, Sodium Phosphates, Salt, Sorbic Acid (Preservative), Lactic Acid, Apo-Carotenal, Annatto, Beta Carotene (Color), Natamycin (a Natural Mold Inhibitor) ], Corn Syrup, Contains 2% Or Less: Salt, Potassium Lactate, Natural Flavor, Dextrose, Cultured Celery Juice Powder, Potassium Phosphates, Sodium Diacetate, Yeast Extract, Cherry Powder, Dehydrated Jalapeno. Hand-stuffed into Natural Pork Casing.Contains: Milk

My thoughts:  These tasted amazing! I used the Jalapeno and Cheddar American Craft Sausage as part of a quick recipe with sauteed kale and onions over some pasta and it was really delicious. It added just the right touch to the recipe to give it some zip.  I would definitely buy this again. My one thought....I like the cleaner ingredient list but it would be great if Hillshire Farm were able to make this product organic. That would make them a win-win in every way. I will buy these again though, they tasted great and I am excited to try the other flavors as well.

Persecuted book and film review plus Giveaway

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Buzz about the film:

 "Bringing the battle of FREE SPEECH to light." FoxNews

"House of Cards for the religious sect." - POLITICO

"A big thumbs-up." - American Family Association

About The Book:

The Question Is Not IF Attempts Will Be Made to Limit Religious Freedoms, But When

The most popular evangelist of his day, John Luther, simply wants to share the Gospel and enjoy a quiet life with his family. He never asked to be at the center of a political controversy, but an ill wind has been blowing through the halls of Congress, and supporters of a new religious-equality bill see Luther's endorsement as critical. But when Luther refuses to lend his support, he unknowingly sets in motion an explosive plan bent on destroying his reputation and undermining everything for which he stands. His once-normal life is turned upside down as he becomes a fugitive left with only one dangerous option--putting everything he holds most dear at risk while he fights to expose the truth. It is a mission that brings him face-to-face with the coming storm of persecution that could threaten the very fabric of our nation's freedoms.

About The Author:

Robin Parrish is a journalist who's written about the intersection of faith and pop culture for more than a decade. He's also the author of Offworld and The Dominion Trilogy . Robin and his wife and children live in North Carolina. 

Be sure to check out PERSECUTED the movie at a theatre near you, July 18th!

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Cottonelle Summer Clean Care Sampling Program #CottonelleCleanCrew #LetsTalkBums @Crowdtap

Disclosure: I received Cottonelle products and samples complimentary through Crowdtap in order to provide my own unbiased review and share with my friends. As always, the opinions here are my own. 

I was recently chosen through Crowdtap for the Summer 2014 Cottonelle sampling program. Cottonelle has recently updapted several of their products and I received several to try and share with friends.  My friends were pleasantly surprised to receive my after party gift but though they were giggling they said they would definitely be using them.  Jackie was going to take the kids to the beach during the week so she said she was tucking her sample pack into her purse. I told her I do the same since Cottonelle wipes are great for removing that stubborn sand from little feet.  it was much softer than her current brand of wipes. Nancy had not used wipes before but had seen them advertised before and thought it would be interesting to try them. She told me she really liked them and totally thought there was a real difference with adding the wipes to her regular paper routine.  My mom's friend Donna travels a lot so I gave her the purse sized Cottonelle FreshCare for when she is on the road. She told me she loves them but has a hard time finding purse size packs...they can be really handy. 

 I received a generous sample pack full of Cottonelle goodies to share:

• Cottonelle Clean Care 4 Pack
• Cottonelle Fresh Care Flushable Cleansing Cloths Dispenser
• Cottonelle Fresh Care Flushable Cleansing Cloths Portable Soft Pack
• Save $1.00 Coupon on any ONE (1) dispenser or refill of Cottonelle Flushable Cleansing Cloths (42 ct. or larger)
• FOR YOUR FRIENDS:
• (2) Cottonelle Fresh Care Flushable Cleansing Cloths Portable Soft Packs
• (2) Save $1.00 Coupon on any ONE (1) dispenser or refill of Cottonelle Flushable Cleansing Cloths (42 ct. or larger

I was already pretty familiar with the Cottonelle flushable FreshCare cleansing wipes since that is what I usually buy at at my local ShopRite or A&P. The Cottonelle wipes help you feel cleaner and fresher and they are 100% flushable. The scent is very light and almost undetectable too...just clean.  The nice part is the new container. It is much more modern looking and sleek. I like the way it fits in with my bath decor. We will be buying the new Cottonelle FreshCare flushable cleansing wipes in the future since they look much nicer and feel great.

If you would like to have the opportunity to sample and share other great brands you can sign up for Crowdtap yourself.  I’ve been a member of Crowdtap.com for several years now and there are always great opportunities for sample shares, gift cards and more.

Kleenex Review and ideas for summer @Kleenex #KleenexBrandBelievers

Disclosure: I received Kleenex samples complimentary for testing purposes though Crowdtap.  I received no additional compensation.

I am going to tell you right now. They are not called tissues, they are called Kleenex. I have been calling them that since I was a little kid. My mom always did too and my sisters. We still all do. I know some attorneys who would have a bird that we do that but so be it. I love my Kleenex® Brand’s tissue products  I was recently chosen to sample a Kleenex Brand tissue product through Crowdtap and I was curious to see what I would get.

The Kleenex brand has always been in my house from the time I was little. I rarely stray from it no matter what my friends do. The worst is when you go to someone's house and they have the cheapie brand of "tissues." Ewwww!  Nothing worse than those things. Even when I was really young and just out in the workforce I still spent a tiny bit extra for my Kleenex.  Kleenex have been part of my life for good and bad...all those broken relationships 100 years ago, lordy it was a real challenge that dating. I was so happy when I met my husband because it was clear he was a keeper. Kleenex was even in the ladies lounge basket at our wedding...my mom made sure of that.

I couldn't wait for the sample to arrive to see what it was I would be sampling for Crowdtap and the Kleenex Brand. Finally it arrived:  a giant box of Kleenex tissues. Perfect for summer allergy season----yay! I can always use more.

We have literally blown through our last giant box  because of all the flowers and seeds out there we are sneezing up a storm. School just ended and playdates mean friends that are sneezing too. The family and friends is sneezing me out of Kleenex in my house and home!  The Kleenex brand is strong and and soft on your nose.  The best option out there whether it is one big sneeze or The Sneezing Fit. It runs in the family. It just goes on and on for about 5 minutes. We have an agreement and one Bless You is just fine.   You are always welcome to hand the sneezer more Kleenex though!

I find Kleenex also work great in concert with my fave eye makeup remover. They are soft and easy on the eyes.   Kleenex are my first choice to pair with nail polish remover as well.  Let me know if you have some additional uses for Kleenex--I bet you do and I would LOVE to hear about them.

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."