Nourish Organic Natural Face Cleanser #trynatural #gotitfree @socialnature @nourishUSDA

I am a real stickler about washing my face every single night before I go to bed. I wash my face and get my creams, serums and lotions on there because I know it makes a difference. Your face has to be clean for those healthy elements to absorb in there though. All those layers of CC cream and day creams have to be removed thoroughly. The reality is that so many face wash and makeup removal products out there have ingredients I don't want on my skin, even for a minute. So naturally I was excited to try a novel option that is free of fragrance and weird chemicals I can't pronounce. Nourish Organic Natural Face Cleanser is a new option that I really enjoyed using over the past few weeks and I will continue to use it.

This is a face cleanser that really works quickly to remove makeup and the everyday dirt and oil that accumulates on the skin. It gets right into the pores and dissolves all that icky stuff and washes it away. It has no fragrance and it washes the skin clean without drying it or causing any irritation. I love that it is filled with vitamins and antioxidants to help my skin look its best. This gentle cleanser washes away impurities without causing redness, drying or irritating skin. Natural cucumber hydrates and soothes skin as it cleans. It also contains watercress which is super rich in antioxidants. This helps support skin against free radical damage.

Moisturizing Organic Face Cleanser With Cucumber + Watercress

• Fragrance-free formula cleanses without drying or irritating
• Penetrates deep into pores to dissolve dirt, oil and makeup
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants to nourish skin
• Natural Face Cleanser 
• Try Nourish Organic Moisturizing Cream Face Cleanser 
• USDA Certified Organic 
• Fragrance-free formula 
• Cleanses without drying or irritating
• Penetrates deep into pores to dissolve dirt, oil and makeup
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants
• Suitable for all skin types

Fragrance-Free. Gluten-Free. Vegan.
6 fl oz. / 177 mL

This really nice face cleanser is available at Walmart and Target along with other products from their skincare line. Let me know what you think.

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Flavabar chocolate for life is delicious and good for you too #sponsored #trynatural #chocolateforlife @socialnature @flavanaturals

I was impressed by the quality of the FlavaBar chocolate and the variety of flavors.  I love that this is dark chocolate with a 62% level of cacao. It is an ideal blend of dark chocolate and healthy flavanols. The combinations of flavors in the different bars are fun and exciting to enjoy alone or with friends.  I like that these delicious and flavorful bars are GMO-free too.

• Dark chocolate 
• FlavaBar dark chocolate bars
• 62% cacao bars, rich in cocoa flavanols (plant based antioxidants)
• FlavaBars have 5X the cocoa flavanols of typical dark chocolate
• Flavanols benefit heart & brain health
• Gluten-free, GMO-free, kosher
• Try all of these mouth watering flavors:

• Blueberry + Green Tea Matcha
• Roasted Almond + Pink Salt
• Pure Cacao Nibs
• Ginger + Saigon Cinnamon
• Espresso Ground Coffee

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."

Hormel Gatherings Party Trays help make any gathering a little more fun #ad #hormelgatherings #partytrays #alreadyready #hormel #gameday #gamedaygathering #party #appetizer #stressfreeparty #partytips #friends #football #tailgate @HormelFoods

“I received free product in exchange for my honest review.”

Fall means so many things to my family but most of all it means getting together with friends and family at least a few times a month. We always step it up even more between Thanksgiving, Game Days, Christmas and holiday parties galore. I love this season, don't you? What is more fun than having a houseful of friends and family while you are relaxing with some delicious food and drink? 

Over the years I have developed a real system for making a party great. Do everything ahead of time and say yes to delicious and easy shortcuts.  Of course you love to include some of your favorite recipes and appetizers but take some of the work out of your gathering and you will enjoy it more. Check out some of these party tips to make hosting a cinch. Consider an easy appetizer or two. Think dips, crackers, cheeses and items that are easy to do ahead of time. You have to create stress free party planning to make it simple and fun for everyone. The easier it is, the more time you can spend relaxing with friends and family. Choose a few ready-made nibbles like a bowl of nuts that are ready to go and you will be happy you did so.  There are tons of ways to make it easy!

We just had 20 people come for a recent Thanksgiving party and then this past weekend we had a big game party with another 15 guests. Both events were easy-peasy because I planned ahead and took my own tips on using ready made nibbles and easy appetizers. One item that really makes a party is meat, cheese and crackers. Everyone loves cheese and crackers plus those little extras like pepperoni and olives. Hormel has created a new option that simplifies all the shopping and puts many of those delicious snacks in one tray. There are several varieties so you can choose your favorites but wow, what a time-saver. You can use one of these trays by itself or supplement with additional appetizers. Either way it saves a bunch of shopping and prepping. Whether you love honey ham and turkey or adore hard salami and pepperoni, Hormel has a tray perfect for your next event. HORMEL GATHERINGS® Party Trays make it fun and easy. 

For Thanksgiving, I set out my HORMEL GATHERINGS® Party Trays as part of the appetizers. Add a few hot and cold dips, some additional crackers and bread sticks and I was done in a flash. Hormel crafted these portable party trays to make party hosting easy since they are a cinch to use. You can unwrap and serve right from the clear tray or you can re-plate and get a little fancier. They are priced very reasonably too. These appetizer trays really are perfect for any event including a tailgate or fall football. These party trays are totable and certainly would make a welcome hostess gift. There are several varieties available so you can try one or more at your next event.  

Get some ideas from other party people by following HORMEL GATHERINGS® Party Trays on social too. I love getting tips and ideas from Pinterest, Facebook and Youtube, don't you? Life is about friends, family and making those connections so keep it simple and let yourself have fun this season with a little help from Hormel. 

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."

Classic Book review and giveaway: Catherine Marshall Christy 50th anniversary of a classic American novel #sponsored #giveaway

I remember reading this as a teenager. What a great book. Really, start reading it and who can resist this captivating story of young Christy Huddleston and her new life as a novice teacher in rural Cutter Gap. The details just keep you reading and reading. Christy tells riveting stories with such vivid details. In fact, you learn so much with the character development about people and life deep in the Appalachians. The habits and mentality of the people are ingrained in the old country because of the isolation. You just get pulled into this story and can't stop reading it. You have to pick this up and read it, or perhaps re-read it again now on the 50th anniversary. This book is a classic that you will love if you have never read it before. Take a peek at the Christy giveaway and win too!

This edition of Christy celebrates the 50th anniversary of the beloved novel's first appearance on the New York Times Best-Seller List in November 1967. You will truly see why millions of readers fell in love with Christy back in the '60's, '70's and even 80's. The book is loosely based on the life of Catherine Marshall's mother.  Christy captured the hearts of millions and became a popular CBS television series many years ago. The story was crafted with Catherine's mom and Catherine around the kitchen table back at Evergreen Farm.  As her mother reminisced about her experiences as a young teacher, Catherine probed for details and insights into the rugged lives of these Appalachian highlanders. The story began there as she realized how interesting the experience was and how fascinating it would be to put the story to paper.

Early on in the book you find Christy on an ancient train taking the young nineteen-year-old teacher from her home in Asheville, North Carolina to rural Cutter Gap. That train might as well be transporting her to another world. Once Christy arrives, the Smoky Mountain community of Cutter Gap feels like another world. The people live in an old way. Many of their ideas are suspended in time. Most everyone is trapped by extreme poverty, disease, superstitions, and traditions from the old country.  The book shares all the struggles that Christy goes through to become respected and a part of the community. It is really hard to break into the connections of the people of Cutter Gap. You see and feel all the challenges she experiences as a novice, young teacher in her one-room school and how she manages them. Her faith is challenged many times over. Of course the story includes love and you have to wait to see which man wins her heart.  You will enjoy reading about Christy's devotion and her hope to make a difference and live a life of purpose.

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."