Land O Lakes Cinnamon Sugar Butter Spread (coupons too!!) is yummy in Fall recipes!

Land O Lakes Cinnamon Sugar Butter Spread is a delicious new flavored butter just introduced by Land O Lakes. I love their butter and I decided to give it a whirl after receiving a free coupon from Psst.com

I experimented with one of their recipes, Cinnamon Glazed Carrots. It came out really yummy and the whole family enjoyed it. Very easy to make also. I am thinking about another recipe they had on the website for Moroccan Chicken as well. Give it a try!

Lancome Hypnôse Doll Lashes Mascara Makes L-O-N-G lashes!

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As a member of the Vogue Influencers Network I recently received a complimentary tube of the new Lancôme Hypnôse Doll Lashes Mascara. I was really excited because I have to say my lashes have not increased in volume or length over the years to say the least. I need ALL the help I can get!

You really get beautiful, flirtatious lashes with the new Lancôme Doll Lashes Mascara.. The brush is different too-it is a unique, cone-shaped brush to start. The mascara is a rich velvety formula which really gives volumized, extended and lifted lashes for that wide-eye doll-like look. The secret behind doll lashes is finally revealed! This is definitely Lancôme's most flirtatious lash look in my opinion.

I have used it for a few days so far and I have gotten several compliments on how I look. I think it makes me look more awake and fresh and it has been lasting all day long. Trust me, I work long days too!

Sue Devitt "Golden Triangle" Eye Intensifier Pencil

I received a really unusual and gorgeous item recently from SUE DEVITT through Influenster.com

I was excited to try the Sue Devitt "Golden Triangle" Eye Intensifier Pencil because I love to freshen up my regular makeup colors from time to time. You can really add some pizzaz to your own eye color naturally with all the gorgeous shades, including Golden Triangle. It really does glides on very smoothly and easily. The Eye Intensifier Pencils contain Ceramides, Hyaluronic Filling Spheres, and Nylon-12 anti-aging ingredients. All these combined help to seal in moisture and prevent any creasing. It really lasts throughout the day too! You can blend it in or just pencil it on...I have done both and it looks nice either way!

New Lindt Dark Chocolate Bars (I know we all LOVE our dark chocolate!)

I was so excited this week when I received two NEW dark chocolate bars from Lindt Sprungli to sample. Lindt 70% Cocoa Almond Brittle and 70% Cocoa Nut Crunch bars were both in the box! I enjoyed both of them...very smooth, luxurious tastes each with their own twist. I was surprised because from the picture on the bar I thought they might have large pieces of nuts but, no...they were almost smooth. There were little, tiny pieces of almond brittle and nuts but so smooth and delicious. You really should check them out and treat yourself!

Time Island Virtual Kids World

Time Island virtual world is a fun new online game for kids. It has a secure safe option to play so that kids and parents can feel comfortable.

Kids will like that Time Island is a place of wonder and adventure. The creators say that your survival skills will be put to the test as you explore gorgeous beaches and lush jungles. You move from there to tree-top terraces and dark underground caverns.

Your child will have to outsmart and outlast the Goggs-fantastical creatures that inhabit the island.

Kids have the option to join a tribe to help one another. They say that survival is always easier when you’re not alone. Kids learn they need to maintain good hygiene and they need to eat healthy food to stay strong.

Players have to look alive all the time to avoid peril! Bushes, rocks, giant trees and caves hold all kinds of craziness and peril to add to the excitement of the game.

It is an exciting and fun game that I know my kids are enjoying. Give it a try! To survive on Time Island is a challenge, but the fun is even greater

Fishful Thinking Empowers Kids!

Pepperidge Farm Goldfish sponsors a useful site for parents and children called FISHFUL THINKING. It has some wonderful tips that really help children become empowered to think positively. It is based on 5 areas:


OPTIMISM: Focusing on the positive things in life.

EMOTIONAL AWARENESS: Expressing and controlling your feelings.

GOAL SETTING/HOPE: Finding ways to achieve your goals.

RESILIENCE: Coping with life's ups and downs.

EMPOWERMENT: Identifying and using your strengths and skills.

There are some useful tips and videos that I encourage everyone to investigate further.

Parents Magazine 1 year subscription deal through Purex!

Parents Magazine 1 year subscription deal through Purex!
Use code PX1765

Enjoy!

RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Night Cream Challenge

My skin is looking fresher by the day with my daily use of the RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Night Cream that I received through SheSpeaks.com

I have been using it a few weeks now and definitely see a difference in my skin. I notice a little tingle when I apply it but my skin feels very comfortable. My skin looks fresh and renewed every morning too when I wake up and that is a feat in iteself for this busy working mom!

Diamancel Diamond Foot File Smoothes Your Feet for Summer!~

I recently received a complimentary Diamancel Diamond Foot File through Influenster as part of a VoxBox.

It is a incredible foot file. It is very well constructed and works like a charm to really smooth your feet. I find I need to work weekly to keep my feet smooth in between pedicures. The Diamancel Foot File really did the trick this week and made it alot easier to get my feet looking professional.

Diamancel recommends using it on dry feet. It is nice because the file is washable and can be cleaned with soap and water. I would definitely recommend it!

Revlon All Access for iPhone is here!

A first look at the Revlon All Access for iPhone. Revlon All Access brings you exclusive, daily beauty and fashion insights directly from Revlon All Access experts Gucci Westman, June Ambrose, Polly Blitzer, and Annabel Tollman. Check it out HERE!

Meaningful Beauty by Cindy Crawford

I just received a really nice kit from Meaningful Beauty by Cindy Crawford. Influenster was kind enough to send me a beauty VoxBox this month and I was so excited to see the Meaningful Beauty Complete Skincare Kit as part of it. Cindy designed a complete anti-aging skincare line designed to reduce fine lines while helping to rejuvenate the skin. The foundation of the skincare line is this special antioxidant complex that comes from a rare melon that grows in Southern France. Kind of interesting I know!

I have been using it for a week now with the Cleanser, Day Creme SPF 20, Anti-Aging Night Creme, Lifting Eye Creme and Firming Chest and Neck Creme. I also got a sample of the Deep Cleansing Masque, Glowing Serum and Wrinkle Smoothing Capsules. I loved the Masque! It seems to be gentle but my skin does look brighter and more fresh. I haven't seen a change in the fine lines but I will keep using it and let you know. You can check out more here directly on the Meaningful Beauty site.

RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Night Cream Challenge

I started using RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Night Cream recently. I was introduced to it through SheSpeaks.com who generously provided me with free samples to check it out. I have been using it every night and I see that my skin has a nice glow every morning, even when I only get a few hours of sleep! My skin also looks smoother and fresher which is amazing considering my crazy lack of sleep. I would definitely recommend giving it a try!

RoC® RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Night Cream contains an exclusive combination of retinol and an essential mineral complex that is clinically shown to visibly reduce even deep wrinkles, giving you years back to the look of your skin in just twelve weeks.*

(*On average, 10 years back to the look of your skin based on diminished appearance of wrinkles, after 12 weeks use in clinical testing. Results may vary. RoC® was over 4x more effective on under eye and forehead wrinkles than another leading brand, and even 7x more effective on crows feet.)

Brahmin bags for Spring

Brahmin bags for spring...sigh...so geourgeous!!!

Longchamp Gloucester is so cute!

Glamamama's Goodies: Get in on the secret (and maybe WIN!) with Purex C...

Glamamama's Goodies: Get in on the secret (and maybe WIN!) with Purex C...: "Purex Complete Crystals Softener Introducing an entirely new softener. Purex Complete Crystals As a Purex Insider I got some new scoop on..."

Purex Complete with Zout is available now!

Purex sent me a great new product this week. I love their new Purex Complete with Zout. It is a detergent and pre-treater all in one. It works to get out stains--even the uh-oh ones like grass, chocolate and tomato sauce. The great part for me is that is also works in the HE washing machines as well as traidtional top loaders. Keep checking back because I will have a Purex Complete with Zout giveaway coming up soon...meanwhile, check out their website at Purex.

Don't forget about the Purex Complete Crystals GIVEAWAY. Leave me a comment under the previous posting about them to be eligible to win!

Longchamp has some gorgeous new bags for spring!

Check out the new bags from Longchamp for spring!

Nutella MommyParties tonite plus a Nutella coupon for you too!

I am so excited about our Nutella Party tonight! MommyParties sent us these great giftbags full of Nutella samples, a tumbler mug, coupons a giant jar of Nutella and these adorable Nutella spreaders. We are going to share some healthy breakfast tips and trivia and I can't wait! There are so many teriffic reasons why moms like Nutella, here are just a few:

Nutella does not contain peanuts or peanut ingredients.
Nutella has no artificial colors.
Nutella has no artificial preservatives.
Nutella tastes like chocolate (shhh! Don't tell the kids) although it is a hazelnut spread.
Nutella is a great sneaky way to get the kids to try a new kind of fruit or to down the whole wheat toast!
Every 13 oz jar of Nutella has more than 50 hazelnuts in it.

I put together a gorgeous platter of fresh strawberries, pineapples and sliced apples to dip into the Nutella for our party.

You can check out more at www.NutellaUSA.com including a sweet coupon to give it a try.

Get in on the secret (and maybe WIN!) with Purex Complete Crystals!

Purex Complete Crystals Softener
Introducing an entirely new softener.

Purex Complete Crystals

As a Purex Insider I got some new scoop on a great new product that recently was introduced. It is called Purex Complete Crystals. They sent me a sample so I was able to try it too.

It smells great! So, What IS it?
Purex® Complete Crystals Softener is a tiny crystalized fabric softener that you add directly to your washing machine, in with your clothes and detergent at the beginning of every wash cycle to infuse fabrics with long lasting softness & freshness.



Why these crystals vs. traditional liquid fabric softener?
Purex® Complete Crystals Softener works differently than traditional oil-based softeners that coat fabrics with oily residue. It actually infuses fibers with long-lasting fragrance while softening at the same time. In addition, since you add it directly with your laundry, this means no more waiting for the rinse cycle, no messy residual gunk in your washing machine, and no more stains from spilling liquid fabric softener.

HOW it works:
Purex® Complete Crystals Softener dissolves & penetrates fabrics to reduce fiber entanglement while smoothing frayed fibers creating a naturally soft feel.



Is it safe?
Yes! – it is safe for all fabrics, including baby clothes, athletic wear, towels, and whites. Unlike other softeners, Purex Complete Crystals:

• Preserves the flame retardant benefits of your children’s clothes
• Retains your athletic wear’s wicking ability which draws sweat away from your body
• Maintains your towels’ built-in ability to absorb water
• Keeps your white clothing from yellowing and graying vs. using traditional softeners

The product won’t harm your clothes and is safe and convenient for the entire family! It is also safe for use in both Standard and High Efficiency (HE) washers. Yippee for me too!

Purex Complete Crystals Softener is available in three fragrances:
Fresh Spring Waters, Lavender Blossom, and Tropical Splash.



I keep smelling my sleeves and just love how the scent has lasted! The clothes come out of the dryer just as soft as ever.

I can’t wait to try the other scents!

Purex is giving YOU the chance to try Purex® Complete Crystals Softener.



Post your thoughts about the new Purex Complete here with a contact email and you could be one of 2 winners. Purex has generously provided me with some free coupons to share!

JanetFaye is the winner of the ShopRite contest!!!

Congratulations Janet! Janet is the winner from a draw using random.org. Be on the lookout for an email Janet, so we can get your information and $25 ShopRite giftcard out to you.

Stop back and keep checking, more good contests and posts to come in the coming weeks...

ShopRite Shop Once Give Twice! Plus win $25 to shop at ShopRite!!!

Make every season the "Season of Giving." Fill your heart, and grocery basket, with the warmth of a good deed to help you get through these cold winter months. With ShopRite´s "Shop Once. Give Twice." program, doing your part to help local participating schools through Box Tops for Education and donating to ShopRite´s Partners in Caring, a community-based, hunger fighting initiative that works to provide $2 million annually to charities that aid those in need, can be as simple as your everyday food shopping.

Now through September 30, 2011 visit http://www.shopriteshoponcegivetwice.com to register your ShopRite Price Plus Card. Check back each month for participating products and great savings. When you purchase any 5 participating products on or before the end of the month using your ShopRite Price Plus Card, let the giving begin. With a qualifying purchase of 5 participating products you earn 5 Bonus Box Tops to be electronically added to your school, and $0.55 will be donated to the ShopRite Partners in Caring Fund. A few of the great items for February include some of your favorite products like, Cheerios, Wheaties, Nature´s Valley Granola Bars, Fiber One Bars, and Fruit by the Foot. The program does have some restrictions and limitations, and that the reader should visit http://www.shopriteshoponcegivetwice.com to obtain all of the details about the program.


And if that´s not enough, be sure to enter the ShopRite "Shop Once. Give Twice." Sweepstakes* by filling out the form on www.shopriteshoponcegivetwice.com for your chance to win one of 10 Grand Prizes of 5,000 Bonus Box Tops for the school of your choice! No purchase is necessary to enter the sweepstakes. You should go to http://www.shopriteshoponcegivetwice.com for all the details about the sweepstakes, prizes, and instructions on how to enter with or without purchase.

THE CONTEST:
MyBlogSpark, General Mills and ShopRite have generously provided me with a gift card, information plus an additional ShopRite gift card to give away!

To be entered in the contest to win a $25 gift card to ShopRite leave a comment with an email address regarding which of your favorite General Mills´ products you are excited to see featured in the "Shop Once. Give Twice." program at ShopRite.

Some of the Best Parties of the Year-including Mick Jagger!!!

Check out Mick Jagger!!!

Covergirl has some great new stuff for their 50th Anniversary!

Check out all the new stuff from Covergirl!!

WHAT MAKES YOU A COVERGIRL?
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We want to know! Join MyCOVERGIRL for a chance to win free makeup and once-in-a-lifetime experiences with Ellen, Taylor, Queen or Drew. Plus, a chance to star in your own @COVERGIRL video!

Donation to Free Arts NYC

Donation to Free Arts NYC

So little sleep last night but still looking great...it is that L'Oreal Youth Code!

I have been using L'Oreal Youth Code religiously on my face and neck and the Youth Code eye product under my eyes and though my sleep levels have been minimal (so busy!) I look great!

Vogue Influencer and L'oreal Youth Code Skin Care Line

I am still using the L'oreal Youth Code Skin Care products. My skin has definitely been looking more supple and even with my diminished sleep from the holiday craziness, my undereye circles are looking alot less prominent. I hope it continues!

Kenneth Cole for holiday 2010!

I was so excited to find out that I am part of the Vogue Influencer Network a few weeks ago. I was selected to receive a $100 giftcard to shop at Kenneth Cole and I found some great holiday and winter items to spice up my wardrobe. Kenneth Cole has a wide range of clothing in many sizes, shoes, boots, accessories (purses, Ipad cases, wallets and sunglasses to name a few!)for everyone on your gift list. I found a shopping bag full of great pieces including the pair of adorable jeggings pictured here. Everything was top quality and there are is a good sale going on online www.kennethcole.com and in the stores now. Today there is free shipping when you spend $50 or more too!