Wednesday, February 28, 2018

My Favorite Deshedding Tool: Eazee by Foolee #spon

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Eazee by Foolee for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

'Tis the season for dogs to start shedding their extra winter layers and man, oh, man do we have a shedder!  Technically, we have two dogs and neither have long hair, but one has thick hair and sheds like crazy.  This time of year, it's common for me to run the vacuum on our hard floors on a daily basis because there is so much hair floating around.  We've tried other deshedding tools, but our Jessie has some anxiety issues and doesn't really like foreign objects.  After seeing the Eazee by Foolee was advertised as a "gentle" tool, I was excited to try it out.


Unlike ordinary metal deshedding tools, the Eazee features a composite plastic comb with smooth, rounded teeth. So there are no sharp edges that can scratch you or your pet.  This is a huge selling point for me!  When using metal combs, I'm always sure I'm pulling out hair and causing pain...not with Eazee!  Thanks to Eazee’s unique design, there’s no risk of pulling live hair. 


Eazee is just that, easy to use!  It makes deshedding our pups a breeze and even the kiddos enjoy doing it.  This ingenious tool painlessly collects hair while you "brush" and then to dispose of the loose hair you’ve collected, you just pull the button back to eject. Because the tool is constructed from materials with anti-static properties, the hair slides right off.


Jessie loves being groomed with the Eazee by Foolee!  If you have a shedder, you should check this awesome tool out.  It comes in 3 sizes and six colors and is a fantastic pet grooming tool that won't break the bank!





Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Get the Outdoor Gear You Need with a Monthly Subscription to Alpha Outpost--The Neptune Box Edition #spon

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Alpha Outpost for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

Spring is here on the Texas coast and that means it's time to get outside!  We love doing anything that gets us outside...from fishing to hiking, kayaking to camping, we LOVE being outdoors!  Spending so much time outdoors means we are always on the lookout for gear that helps us enjoy the things we love in a safe and healthy way and if they add a little convenience, that's definitely a good thing!  Alpha Outpost is an amazing company that offers super awesome and useful outdoor gear in a monthly themed box. 


This month's theme is Neptune Box which focuses on Hydration.
Hydration is one of the most important things you need when you're out out in the field. The Neptune box is the solution to help you stay clean and stay hydrated.
Take a peek inside:


Solar Shower

Just because you love being in the great outdoors doesn't mean you have to stink!  This sweet solar shower uses the power of the sun to heat up water.  It's easy to use, easy to store and a great comfort item for camping or backpacking.

Hydration Backpack

We love this style of water carrier!  It's great to have one of these for the whole family so that each person can tote their own safe drinking water.  It holds plenty of water to keep you hydrated and is pretty comfortable to wear thanks to a little extra cushioning and adjustable straps. 


Collapsible Bucket

The uses for this bucket are endless!  It's super easy to pack and store with your gear, but can pop up to full height within seconds.  


I love the sturdy construction of the handle and rim.  Some of our top uses for this bucket would include toting fresh drinking water from a safe source, use as a bait or catch bucket while fishing, and using for washing up.


-Neptune Patch

This nifty patch can be attached to anything and has the velcro backing.  Collecting these patches from Alpha Outpost each month would be a super sweet bonus! 

The box also contained a Neptune Info Card full of great tips on finding safe water while in the wilderness and other great tips on staying hydrated.

Being a member of Alpha Outpost has other fun and useful perks as well.  They offer life-saving training tips via magazine articles and videos.  The gear they offer is great quality and every item in this box is something we would use...the sure sign of the perfect subscription box!

Alpha Outpost boxes are $39.95/Mo+S/H and worth every penny in my opinion! Plus, members get past boxes for $39.95, so you can catch up on all the cool gear you've missed.  

If you live an active, outdoor lifestyle, check out Alpha Outpost, get your gear and get outside!!




Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Tea Runners: World's Finest Tea Club #spon

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Tea Runners for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

I love loose leaf tea!  It has an amazing array of health benefits and a flavor to fit every mood.  I really enjoy trying out new flavors of tea and recently found a great way to explore the world of tea without leaving the comfort of my home...Tea Runners!  


Tea Runners is the world's finest tea club. Every month members receive a curated collection of four of the world's best loose leaf teas. Each box contains enough tea for 30-50 cups.


Tea Runners delivers top quality teas from small batch producers, many of which are top place finishers at the Global Tea Championship Awards. They offer 3 monthly boxes: the Original Box, the All Black Tea Box, and the Herbal Tea Box.


My February Tea Runners box was pretty awesome:

Cinnamon Orange Red Tea

Valentine Breakfast Tea

Wild Arbor Black Tea

Diet Blend Tea

Each packet is full of information on the type and origin of tea, ingredients, awards the tea has won, tasting notes, brewing instructions, and caffeine content allowing you to pick the perfect tea to fit your mood and create the best tasting cup of tea to enjoy.

The tea I received was made from high quality tea leaves and other ingredients and I loved every packet.  I was also very impressed by the amount of tea in each pouch...plenty to get you through until next month's box 😊

Tea Runners is amazingly affordable at just $25 per month with discounted rates for longer subscriptions.  

Keep your tea addiction satisfied with Tea Runners!





Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Get Your Monthly Dose of Kawaii with a YumeTwins Subscription! #spon

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to YumeTwins for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own.  Links may be affiliate links in which I make a commission if you make a purchase.

Eleven-year-old A is obsessed with all things Kawaii, so she was super excited to get the chance to review a subscription box from YumeTwins:


YumeTwins is is a monthly subscription box that delivers an authentic Japanese culture experience straight to your door. They scour Japan to find high quality plushies, cute kawaii stationery, squishies and other surprises.  Best of all, shipping is free worldwide!


Each month's YumeTwins box is completely unique and includes 6-8 kawaii items.  All items you find in your box are fully licensed merchandise from popular Japanese brands like:

Hello Kitty
My Melody
Pompompurin
Rilakkuma
Sailor Moon
Sanrio
Cinnamoroll
Gudetama
Totoro
Gurashi

Take a look at what we received in our YumeTwins review box to get an idea of the type of goodies you will receive each month:

Pokémon Mini-Pouch


A kawaii Pokémon pouch with a zipper and a bag clip attached so that you can feel safe carrying items with you on your journey to become a Pokémon master!

Disney Tsum Tsum Fleece Lap Blanket

This licensed Disney Tsum Tsum blanket is a great way to keep warm anywhere as it feels amazing and is super portable!

AMUSE "Poteusa Loppy" Rabbit Plushie

These AMUSE kawaii plushies are so soft and delightfully huggable! The perfect plushies to spread happiness and delight far and wide!

Sanrio or Doraemon Key Cover

These Sanrio or Doraemon 25mm width key covers are an easy way to make an item you use on a daily basis kawaii! You'll never forget your keys because you'll never want to be apart from these cuties!

Sanrio Little Twin Stars Letter Set

Sanrio's Litte Twin Stars Letter Set is a great tool to send friendly letters and leave cute notes that will make anyone smile!

AMUSE Character Bakery Squishies

Various AMUSE characters re-imagined as baked goods is the inspiration for these delicious looking squishies! While you may be tempted to take a nibble, we recommend enjoying squeezing and squishing these instead!

Sanrio Ruler

This kawaii licensed Sanrio ruler is a versatile good that can be used whenever you need to measure something, want to draw, or are doing other handwritten activities!


What an amazing box!  Each and every idea was a hit with Kawaii-loving A.  She has found a home for every single item.  That is the mark of an excellent subscription box in my opinion.

YumeTwins has several subscription plans and prices range depending on the length of your plan.

Recurring 1 month plan
Total Price: $35.00

$33.50/ month
Recurring 3 month plan
Total Price: $100.50
You save $4.50!

$32.00/ month
Recurring 6 month plan
Total Price: $192.00
You save $18.00!

$31.50/ month
Recurring 12 month plan
Total Price: $378.00
You save $42.00!

If you or someone you know is a fan of all things Kawaii, you should definitely check out YumeTwins!




Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

A Blissful Clean with Hydra Bliss Hand Soap from Softsoap! #spon

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Softsoap for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

I'm a little obsessive about hand washing which often leads to dry, cracked hands, especially during the cooler months.  When I'm choosing a hand soap, I always look for one that can get the job done without doing too much damage to my skin.  Softsoap has a couple of new additions that can help your skin retain moisture and smell great to boot...Hydra Bliss Coconut Water and Blueberry and Cucumber Water and Mint:    


These hydrating hand soaps let's you pamper your hands with each wash and give you a mini aromatherapy experience at the same time. 


With rejuvenating scents of coconut water, cucumber, blueberry and mint, these soaps get your hands squeaky clean and leave them soft and moisturized.


Plus, Softsoap is always affordable which means you can bring the bliss of a spa treatment to every sink in your home without breaking the bank!

Look for these awesome products at mass merchandisers, grocery stores and drug stores nationwide!


Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Restore Romance with Hothouse Intimates February 2018 Edition #spon

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Hothouse Intimates for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

***This post contains adult material suitable for an 18+ audience.  It contains images that may be considered NSFW. Proceed at your own risk.***

Are you looking for a way to reignite the flame, spice it up, or just keep things interesting in the bedroom?  Hothouse Intimates mystery boxes will do just that!

Hothouse Intimates creates a box of goodies that is specifically curated for your pleasure.  This box is great for adding spice to your relationship, but many items can also be used solo.

The most popular box from Hothouse Intimates contains 3-5 items each month, including lingerie, a vibrating item and more.  To get an idea of what you will receive, check out the February Valentine's Edition Box:


California Exotic Novelties Silicone Bendies Fluttering G Vibrator 

California Exotics Intimate Dares Card Game


Mesh Panties 


Storage Bag, Refresh Toy Cleaner, Ring-O XL, three flavored condoms

There was quite a variety of products in this box and they could definitely be used to spice things up!

Houthouse Intimates respects your privacy, so they handle all the shopping (no need to visit one of those seedy storefronts) and shipping is discreet (because it's nobody's business what you do in your bedroom)

Currently there are three available boxes at different price points so you can pick the right box for your needs.  

BLACK BOX $60
This box contains between 3-5 products. FREE SHIPPING in US.

FIRE BOX $45
The FIRE BOX is designed for all levels of experience and includes lingerie! This box contains between 3-5 products. FREE SHIPPING in US.

TEASE BOX $25
 Designed for those looking to add a little fun to their experiences. Can be used in couple or solo settings. This box contains between 1-2 products. FREE SHIPPING in US.

If you need that little extra spark to reignite the romance, check out Hothouse Intimates!




Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Monday, February 26, 2018

Get In on the Slime Craze with Maddie Rae's Slime Glue! #spon

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Maddie Rae's Slime Glue for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

If you have kids, you have probably heard about the DIY slime craze!  We have been making different variations of slime for a few years now and we've tried so many recipes.  We recently got to try out Maddie Rae's Slime Glue and a few other slime goodies from her line.
  

Maddie Rae is a young girl who decided to create a business out of slime.  She has come up with some really awesome slime products including Slime Glue in white and clear, slime containers, slime charms and even a slime food coloring kit.


$26.99
Maddie Rae's Slime Glue is the only glue designed specifically for making slime and the only glue on the market that is sold in clear glue gallons. Maddie Rae’s slime is safe, washable and non-toxic, and contains polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), which when combined with baking soda and saline solution, makes for the best slime consistency and is also great for everyday arts and crafts at home, school, and offices.

$12.99–$22.99
Maddie Rae's Slime Glue Jars hold all your awesome Slime! These slime containers allow for neat storage of slime for maximum freshness when not in use. Keep slime organized by labeling each container.  Holds 12 oz. or 6 oz.  Available with white or black tops, in 6-packs and 12-packs


$19.99
Maddie Rae's Slime Food Coloring Kit - Make Slime more Awesome with Slime Coloring!
This kit includes: White, Fleshtone, Blushing Pink, Super Red, Sunset Orange, Canary Yellow, Spring Green, Hawaii Blue, Royal Blue, Violet, Midnight Black,Buckeye Brown
Will not separate or weep and won't harden- perfect for all Slime!  By kneading and measuring using "drops" of color you can achieve precise easy-to-repeat colors every time for perfect slime making.  All the Maddie Rae's Slime Colors are made in the USA with high quality FDA approved ingredients, and are Certified Kosher.

The kiddos had a blast creating and experimenting with these Maddie Rae's products.  
One of their favorite experiments was making slime bubbles:








It's great to have the large containers of glue instead of having to buy a ton of small bottles.  There are easy-to-follow instructions on the jugs for each slime recipe.  You need very minimal extra ingredients, ones you will probably already have on hand like liquid starch and saline solution.  


The containers are the perfect storage solution for all of our slime projects.  The food coloring kit really let's kids explore color variations so they can get super creative and invent some really awesome, colorful slime!

If you have young slime makers, check out Maddie Rae's Slime Glue and slime accessories!





Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Cosmos Creations: Deliciously Flavored Premium Puffed Corn! #spon

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Cosmos Creations for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 

Cosmos Creations are deliciously addictive bite-sized snacks in several expertly blended flavors that are super crave-able!


These premium puffed corn snacks are gluten-free, trans fat free and made with non-GMO ingredients.  You also won't find any hulls or kernels in Cosmos Creations...just deliciously puffed corn in mouthwatering flavors!

 Cosmos Creations have two organic flavors, Maple Pecan and Chocolate Espresso, along with several other non-organic, but super tasty flavors like Salted Caramel.  We got to try these three out and we loved them! 


These snacks are an addictive blend of salty and sweet, with that perfect crunch!  They make a great snack for all ages and are perfect for movie night!





Disclosure: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.