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If you have food allergies or know anyone who suffers from them then you know how frustrating it can be to find great tasting, safe food choices.Free2B offers a delicious line of treats that are free of the top allergy triggering ingredients.

This Halloween we had the pleasure of serving our party guests and trick or treaters a variety yummy ,safe treats. Dark and regular Chocolate Sunflower Butter Cups, Chocolate Mint Cups and for our savory treats Crunchy Mung Beans in Simply Sea Salt or my personal favorite Beyond Bacon Crunchy Mung Beans.

View the full line of products avilable for purchase at

https://free2bfoods.com or to find store locations .

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We had the chance to try these Spin Master toys in the comfort of our home with our friends. The Black Friday Preview was a great opportunity to see how much fun these toys are.

A big hit among the kids ( ages 3 to 12) was the Air Hogs Super Soft Jump Fury Car.

The wheels are made of foam and won't damage walls, floors or furniture. Great for indoor play.

The Go Glam U-Nique Nail Salon was also a hit. It actually works and is not like other gimmicky toys of this nature.

If you have a Paw Patrol fan the Ultimate City Tower will be a big hit as well. Assembly can be a bit tedious so plan ahead and put it together before you gift it. The kids will surely appreciate not waiting for the fun to begin .

Fluffy BFF's Mini Pets come with 3 adorable collectible pets and the box tranforms into a house to keep them safe when not in use. Just remember not to rip into the box when opening, just carefully unfold.

The Kentic Sand kit has great molds for creating layered colorful creations. The texture of the sand is treat for sensory play.

All toys are available at Target, Walmart and Amazon for purchase.

Target

Paw Patrol, Movie Ultimate City 3ft. Tall Transforming Tower

Air Hogs Jump Fury

Cool Maker U-Nique Nail Salon

Kinetic Sand Sandisfactory Set

Present Pets Minis

Walmart

Paw Patrol, Movie Ultimate City 3ft. Tall Transforming Tower

Air Hogs Jump Fury

Cool Maker U-Nique Nail Salon

Kinetic Sand Sandisfactory Set

Present Pets Minis

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We were happy to receive these Spin Master toys from Tryazon. The Black Friday Preview gave us the opportunity to check out the toys in the comfort of our home and share the experience with friends.

There's something for all .

Our favorite ( most played with) was the Air Hog Super Soft Jump Fury and the Go Glam U-Nique Nail Salon.

All the toys are available at Target. Walmart & Amazon.

Worth checking out and adding to your cart for online shopping ease.

Target

Paw Patrol, Movie Ultimate City 3ft. Tall Transforming Tower

Air Hogs Jump Fury

Cool Maker U-Nique Nail Salon

Kinetic Sand Sandisfactory Set

Present Pets Minis

Walmart

Paw Patrol, Movie Ultimate City 3ft. Tall Transforming Tower

Air Hogs Jump Fury

Cool Maker U-Nique Nail Salon

Kinetic Sand Sandisfactory Set

Present Pets Minis

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Here's how this cookie crumbles .....

Chewy soft baked cookies with wholesome gluten free vegan ingredients turned out to be quite the treat. 

The Empowered Cookie company has conquered quite a feat here by creating such a delicious cookie while maintaining an overall healthy product .

These cookies are Non GMO,plant based, gluten free, low carb, low sugar, grain free, Paleo friendly. 

Flavors include  Double Chocolate Chunk, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Lemon Lavender Poppyseed, Chocolate Chip Cherry, Raisin Walnut and our most favorite Ginger Molasses .

Limited time coupon code for $10 off  https://empoweredcookie.guru.club/

More info on these delightful treats and this women-owned company at https://www.empoweredcookie.com/

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CURL KEEPER Kinder Curl .

We had the chance to try out the Kinder Curls Kit line from Curl Keeper. The travel sized kit is great for on the go , sleepovers, after sport activities etc so you don't have to carry along full sized products. It's also a great way to test out the curl products to see how they perform prior to committing to the full sized ones.

The packaging is adorable and really geared towards kids. The travel/starter kits has a Magic Mist Detangler, Creamy Curls Moisturizer and Super Curls Styler ( all 3.4 oz) making them the carry-on airline safe.

All the products free of Silicones, SLS,Dyes, Phthalates ( Super Curl is the only one that's vegan) and greared to be used by all hair types.

The Kinder Brush ( sold separately) is a detangling brush designed for small hands

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Take it from someone who was never a licorice fan, Wiley Wallaby licorice is a treat you'll quickly fall in love with. 

Prior to trying these fruity flavor soft chews I really felt licorice was the worst candy ever , mainly because it tasted like sugary plastic .

Wiley Wallaby has a texture that puts the experience over the top for me. The pieces are chewy and soft but not sticky. The flavor range is phenomenal, the selection includes berries  like strawberry, huckleberry, blueberry and some berry combinations. Sour apple, watermelon and organic pineapple. For the purist they have the classic black licorice as well.

They also have these unique licorice variations wih the luscious licorice enrobed in candy shell coating -Sourrageous Drops and Licorice Beans .

They're all fat-free, dairy free,vegan and kosher.

No high fructose and made with sustainable palm oil.

Check out the full product line and where to buy near you https://wileywallaby.com/products_all/

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Our St. Patrick's Day celebration was a hit. We baked cookies and cupcakes and made decorating kits to drop off to our friends.

Everyone love the taste of the treats, the quality ingredients from Truly Grassfed really had a huge of taste.

Read more about these butters and cheese at www.trulygrassfed.com

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Mega Food is a trusted brand that has an extensive range of products. Herbal supplements that have been formulated from high quality ingredients. 

This company is noted for their Glyphosate Residue Free certifications . Many herbal companies use herbs with weed killer/ herbicides which is counter intuitive when health is the main goal.

I had the opportunity to try Mega Food's Herbal Sleep supplements and share some with my friends.

This supplement has Valerian, Ashwagandha ,Passion Fruit Flower and Hops.

 It aids in soundful sleep and promises a restful night. 

I didn't feel drowsiness like with other sleeping pills but when I did fall asleep I stayed asleep all night until my alarm sounded off. 

The main reason I loved these supplements was that I didn't have that groggy side effect I have experienced with other sleep aids. I woke up feeling well rested and ready for the day.  

It's non habit forming and is an alternative to melatonin supplements. 

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Organic India Pre & Probiotic Fiber Supplement come in 3 varieties , Original, Cinnamon Spice and Orange .

 Dietary fibers support digestive health, heart health & helps lower cholesterol . Prebiotics & Probiotics nourish and support a healthy gut microbiome.

These supplement powders are very easy to add to our diets. They dissolve very easily in water, they can be added to smoothies and best of all can be added to food and baked goods. 

I tried them in the muffins and cake .Very easy to incorporate and the added health benefits are in keeping with my family's diet.

 

For more information on these and other Organic India products visit

https://shop.organicindiausa.com/products/psyllium-pre-probiotic-fiber-orange?_pos=1&_sid=53a7f17b8&_ss=r

* This baking kit was a complimentary set sent to us by Tryazon .

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Truly Grass Fed butters and cheeses come from small sustainable farms in Ireland. The milk produced by cows that live and graze on grass in lush pastures. High levels of quality and farming are maintained. All farms are Sustainable Dairy Assurance Scheme certified.

Butters come in two varieties - Salted and Unsalted . The rich, creamy  texture and flavor are perfect in baked goods or simply delicious slathered on breads and crackers. 

Cheddar cheese varieties are Natural Aged or Natural Sharp. They'll take your grilled cheese sandwiches to new levels. The quality is fresh and all products are pasteurized ,Non- GMO, growth hormone rBST- free and antibiotic free. 

Look for them in dairy cases near you .

https://www.trulygrassfed.com/store-locator/

Read  more about  Truly Grass Fed

https://www.trulygrassfed.com/our-story/

#tryazon #TrulyGrassFed #PairsWithYou. 

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Organic India Teas.

Organic India is a B-Corp certified company. That certification is the highest awarded for social and environmental performance. 

I had an opportunity to try some other teas from the vast line of Organic India products.

I had already been a lover of the the Tulsi Green Tea ,

 see the benefits of Holy Basil  here 

https://youtu.be/B3eN9sLrntg

Now I can enjoy 3 different  Tulsi blends - Sweet Rose, Ashwagandha  and Turmeric Ginger, the latter being my favorite. 

Organic India teas aid in stress relief , immune system support and natural detoxification of the body.

See all of Organic India's teas, supplements and environmental commitments at

www.organicindiausa.com

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Two vegan items to add to your snacking repertoire . 

Laiki Crackers & Roots Hummus.

Laiki Gluten Free Rice Crackers provide that satisfying crunch factor that we often crave. The crackers are made from red and black rice and come in a variety of flavors like sea salt, black pepper or vegan cheddar . 

These delicious little squares are great on their own or paired up with toppings and dips. My kids love them with tuna salad or chunks of cheese. 

Another pairing we enjoyed with Laiki crackers is Roots Hummus. 

All natural, non-GMO ,vegan and gluten free this hummus also comes in a broad variety of palette pleasing options. 

Lemon pepper, hot chipotle, Thai coconut , mango sriracha head up the exotic line with more common flavors like roasted garlic, black bean, lima bean , roasted bell pepper and spinach standing side by side with rich flavors. 

Oil free options available too. 

https://www.laikicrackers.com/

https://rootshummus.com

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Fall is upon us and holiday season has begun. The warm weather clothes have been pulled out the closets and gift giving ideas are everywhere.

We had the chance to play with some cuddly friends and items from Meribel  Designs and  Jamco Brandz.  They have a vast selection of items and something for all ages.

Walkie Talkiez https://jamcobrandz.com/collections/walkie-talkiez

These were a hit in our home because  it actually repeats whatever you say and shuffles while speaking. 

Peek a boo Palz https://jamcobrandz.com/collections/peek-a-boo-palz

We played with 2 of the dogs , they play peek a boo games and the cover their eyes while saying Peekaboo and chuckling. They also sing Do your Ears Hang Low. I think little kids will fall in love with these. 

Teens and Grown ups are not left out either.

Fun novelty slippers abound https://meribeldesigns.com/collections/slippers

The Unicorn and Sloth slippers we tried are so soft and comfy, our feet looked like fluffy pillows in them. 

Who doesn't love a fun mug.  https://meribeldesigns.com/collections/mugs

Mornings are hard enough, and these mug alone will put a smile on your face .

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Back to school essentials . Don’t forget to put immune support on your shopping list. @sambucol Black Elderberry extract gummies for kids and many options (including sugar free)for adults too. Keep the entire family protected. Gummies, syrups, lozenges , effervescent tabs and more . See the full line of Elderberry products www.sambucolusa.com

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CRAFTING WITH DEFLECTO ORGANIZERS

It's no secret , we're a crafting family.

We coexist with glue sticks, pom-poms,  fuzzy pipe cleaners and googly eyes.

Crafting sessions get messy and that's a major part of the fun of it. When it's time to clean up however, it's really helpful to have all our supplies organized and safely stored away.

Deflecto has a line of storage organizers that are great for craft supplies and other household items.

Well constructed and versatile, these sturdy organizes will have everything within easy access .

My favorite item from the line is the Stackable Caddy Organizer . The compartments are deep and have tight fitting easy open lids . The trays are stackable and there's also a Stack N' Go Caddy Wheel Base which makes carrying stacks easy.

Check out this quick video to see the caddy in action.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPO8VtOk2g8

Another really useful piece we love is the Rotating Carousel Organizer.

The 2 layers of  compartment storage swivels , keeping items at easy reach, all individually lidded too.

http://deflecto.com/products/pc/Carousel-Rotating-Organizer-br-9-Bin-174p1022.htm#.XPBmpbzYrnF

My kids most favorite is the Expandable Marker Accordion. It houses 80 of our favorite markers , different widths and lengths comfortably. It unfolds to a long line, displaying all they markers in a row and then reforms to a square when they're done using them. Comes with a handled lid too and snaps in place securely. 

The organizers are available at Michael's craft stores, Target and Amazon.

There are many more items for home/craft and office organization from Deflecto , all worth checking out.

* We received complimentary items for reviewing . All opinions are our own. 

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Personal Trainer Food 28 Day Rev Challenge.

Personal Trainer Food 28 Day Challenge. 

Meal delivery plan for weight loss. Products are high in protein, contain good carbs and healthy fats. Breakfast , lunch ,dinner and snack options are available.

The food options vast and delicious, the portions are extremely convenient and easy to prepare. PTF  eliminates the stress of meal planning,portioning,  food shopping ,prepping and cooking.

All I had to do was pop whatever meal I wanted to eat into the microwave and enjoy.(1 to 3 minutes).

Since I'm not a fan of microwave cooking I opted to use the skillet to heat my meals. The foods are high quality and stovetop cooking didn't mar the integrity of the meals.

The workout plan that I had to do was 20 mins of walking a day. Super easy to achieve.

THERE IS NO SUGAR ON THIS PLAN!!!!

My biggest hurdle in weight loss is sugar cravings. 

Honestly the first 3 days of the 28 day regime was hard for me. I eat a lot of fruits and possibly too much chocolate. The sugar withdrawals had my going bonkers . I was determined to stick to the plan and I surprised myself greatly by not giving in to "just one bite" I had often used to pacify myself.

 After a few days the cravings stopped . I never thought it was possible but it really did.  Then working the plan  got easier for me.

A mere 20 minutes of walking is required for the challenge . I covered 4 times that by walking my kids to and from school. 

CHUG, CHUG, CHUG!!

This plan requires a lot of water.

Thanks to living in Florida's- heat and humidity - thirsty -all the time . 

SELF DISCOVERY.

I've always figured I had a gluten sensitivity issue and being on this plan took any doubt away. Not having trigger foods such as bread and pasta on this plan I was  bloat free and more comfortable after meals. That for me was the biggest discovery . 

Diabetes runs in my family and I've always been worried about that being an issue for me, especially with my of love sugar and pasta and bread and everything else that I should have lesser portions of. Being on this plan has definitely made me feel better physically. 

 I ended up losing 5.5 pounds in 28 days . To others that may not seem like a lot but I feel the difference in the clothes I'm wearing and feel encouraged by the energy I'm experiencing and that means more than a number on a scale to me. 

 I'm going to continue with the program, not the food delivery part but preparing the meals myself because I do cook meals for my family daily so that part is easy for me. Now that I have an accurate idea of portion size I'll incorporate other veggies I really love. I will maintain a no to low sugar diet , I need my fruits so that's one part of my life I will not sacrifice . ( Up to one apple a day is allowed on the original plan). I've missed my pineapples, strawberries, oranges and blueberries so much. 

FINAL RATING

Overall I would recommend this plan to people who would like to jumpstart their weight loss plans , increase energy and kick the sugar addiction.

I give the food products 5 stars for high quality ingredients, taste and ease of preparation.

Excellent support via customer service, website content , Facebook support group and daily text support from trained staff.

For more info on Personal Trainer Food :

https://www.personaltrainerfoods.com/

Here's what you can expect to experience on the plan-

Week 1.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAl8ZNpoleU

Week 2.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUltCrK22U0

Week 3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Zwph6XQrFc

Week 4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymTfiD7ye6o



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THAMES AND KOSMOS I DIG IT EXCAVATION KITS. Do your kids (or you) have an affection for dinosaurs, discovering fossils and gems? Thames & Kosmos I Dig It Excavation kits are great for discovering these artifacts.  Each kit comes with everything needed to unearth these treasures.  Small hammer and chisel to dig into the plaster bricks in which the fossils are cast. A well detailed manual and full color keepsake information sheet is included too. My kids and their friends enjoyed the digging, though a little messy it was worth it when they came upon the dinosaur tooth, mineral rocks, baby dinosaur and other gems. There is even a glow in the dark dinosaur skeleton.  The kit is fairly easy to use. The plaster looks tough but it breaks down fast enough with water as the instructions advise. Definitely an outdoor activity, although if you have a plastic tablecloth or drop cloth this would make a great indoor rainy day activity as well.  Set your young paleontologist and geologist to work.  Kits are available on Amazon.com