Friday, June 28, 2019

Get Long Lasting, Clean Energy with Honey Stinger Treats! #BackToSchool

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


We love honey!  Honey is like nature's remedy for pretty much all things...it's purely magical!  :)

We incorporate honey into so many of our dishes for it's amazing medicinal and health benefits, so we were pretty excited to get to try out Honey Stinger's power packed waffle and cracker snacks! 


Honey Stinger offers up treats made with quality ingredients and awesome honey!  They have organic and gluten free waffles in some really tantalizing flavors and recently added a line of chocolate covered cracker sandwiches filled with yummy nut butter and, you guessed it, honey!

Look at all the tasty, honey-infused treats:


Know what's a brilliant idea?  Sandwiching honey between two thin waffles. Honey Stinger Organic Waffles are easy to digest, certified organic and available in a super convenient single-serving wrapper.


Honey Stinger uses honey, a natural form of energy and antioxidants, as the main carbohydrate source for all their products. And they are dang tasty y'all!  This kid is a huge fan of all things Honey Stinger, but especially the waffles as proven by his new daily waffle habit: 


He jumps out of the pool, grabs a waffle and is good to go!  And I get the peace of mind knowing he's eating a clean and healthy snack!


Let's check out the newest Honey Stinger product, the Cracker N' Nut Butter Snack Bar:




Honey Stinger's not so guilty pleasure is organic nut butter and honey sandwiched between two multigrain crackers sprinkled with sea salt then covered in chocolate.  The three flavors are Cashew Butter and Milk Chocolate, Almond Butter and Dark Chocolate and Peanut Butter and Milk Chocolate, all with a dash of sea salt.



These tasty snacks are a mashup of all things good...the best of both salty and sweet worlds and sure to make your mouth happy!  The fact that they are a treat you can eat and not feel guilty about is a definite plus.  Nut butters, honey and multigrains?  Yes please!

Honey Stinger snacks are the perfect after school snack or addition to the lunchbox.  An awesome treat that isn't terrible for you and tastes great...winner, winner!  Check out Honey Stinger goodies this back-to-school season and treat the whole family to the goodness of honey!










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.

Personalize Your iPhone Chargers with Adorable Cable Bite Accessories! #BackToSchool

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


Back to school season is upon us and today we are excited to share an adorable little iPhone accessory with y'all! Introducing Cable Bite:


Cable Bite makes cute little animals to protect your iPhone charger cable.  

Axolotl 

They are adorable little rays of sunshine that help to protect the part of the lightning charger that often gets damaged and they look great doing it!

Shark

These cute little phone buddies attach easily to your iPhone charging cable and appear to be biting onto your smartphone.

River Otter

They slip onto your cord via a slit on the underside of them and fit firmly around the charging tip.

Hedgehog

They work best with iPhone lightning chargers, but we have a couple of other micro USB chargers they worked with as well.  

Chameleon

They don't really fit our Android chargers that have larger tips, but they sure look cute on the cords and are perfect for designating whose cords are whose.

Check them out in action:



It doesn't get much cuter than Cable Bite!  Make sure your kiddo's iPhone lightning chargers are protected this back to school season with Cable Bite!

Don't be fooled by impostors!  Dreams USA are the only ones making legit Cable Bite accessories.  All others are just knockoffs and may not be compatible with your devices.  They probably aren't as cute either! 😊  Make sure you are buying the real deal and not an illegal knockoff.








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.

Thursday, June 27, 2019

Eat Sustainably with Blue Evolution Seaweed Pasta!

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

We are always looking for ways to make our meals more sustainable and healthy.  I love it when we can find a product to make an easy, tasty and healthier swap with something else we use.  Blue Evolution seaweed pastas are a fantastic swap for traditional wheat pasta!



Why Seaweed?
Beyond sustainable, seaweed regenerates the waters in which it grows, absorbing carbon from the ocean and alchemizing seawater and sunshine into healthy food.  And it tastes great!  It's a win-win!



Why Blue Evolution?
Roughly 98% of the seaweed we consume in the U.S. is imported. Blue Evolution brought harvesting seaweed closer to home.  They cultivate their seaweed in farms along the pristine waters of the Pacific Coast.  They believe in the responsible harvest of this awesome super food.  When seaweed is responsibly harvested, it’s not only delicious and incredibly nutritious, but it also has the power to literally change our climate equation.


Check out the products:


Penne with Superfood Seaweed



Rotini with Superfood Seaweed


To make these tasty pastas, traditional wheat pasta is infused with a hint of sustainable, North American seaweed. Seaweed makes this pasta a good source of plant-based, bioavailable iron and has lower carbs than other pastas. 


These pastas are made with non-GMO ingredients, vegan, high in iodine and a good source of magnesium and iron.  They are packaged in fully compostable, FSC-certified packaging and labeled with plant-based inks.


The best part? They are super tasty!  I am not kidding when I say we couldn't tell the difference between the texture of our usual past.  Plus, we all thought it tasted a bit better and less starchy.  Dressed simply with olive oil (or butter) a pinch of garlic salt, a sprinkle of fresh parmesan and a spritz of lemon juice...heaven in a bowl!




Make the swap...it couldn't be easier (or tastier:)  Check out Blue Evolution on your next pasta 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.

Get Patriotic with the Confetti Grace DIY Craft Subscription June Box! #partner

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

One of my favorite sayings is "Throw kindness around like confetti." Kindness is free, contagious and it benefits everybody.  There is no limit to the amount of kindness any one person can give or receive.  I think it's super important to teach these ideas to our kiddos by our actions, not just our words...practice what we preach ya know?  The creator of Confetti Grace shares these beliefs and that is evident in the amazing subscription service they provide!


The Confetti Grace subscription makes it easy for families to share kindness by gathering all of the supplies needed to create 2 beautiful homemade projects ad shipping them straight to your door.  Keep one, give one - or give both!  Gift wrap and DIY cards are included!  It doesn't get much easier than that! 

Check out the June Confetti Grace box for an idea of what this subscription offers:


Step-by-step instructions with pictures of each project:

Project #1- Wooden USA Sign




Project #2- Patriotic Bandana




Card-Making Materials featuring Lemonade (and tags and ribbon for gift wrapping)



Gift Bags and Tissue Paper for gifting:

We had a blast creating our projects and I know they will be loved as we give them as gifts over the next few weeks.  Confetti Grace reminded us what Aesop said..."No act of kindness, no matter how small is ever wasted."  What an amazing experience to share with our kiddos!

It gets better!  Confetti Grace spreads even more kindness by donating 20% of net profits to worldwide charities. Each quarter, they choose a new charity to raise money for.  The first quarter of 2019, they gave 20% of profits from each box to The Birthday Party Project to help bring joy to children experiencing homelessness.  Wow!  What an amazing company to support!  Love:)

Spread a little kindness of your own and teach your kiddos why kindness is so important while spending quality time together crafting!  Check out Confetti Grace this summer!






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.

Wednesday, June 26, 2019

Great Low Carb Bread Company Has Breakfast and Lunch Covered! #BackToSchool #Giveaway

*DISCLOSURE* Thank you to Great Low Carb Bread Company for providing product samples in order to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are strictly my own. 


Once we get back in the swing of a more structured school schedule, it's sometimes hard to find time to plan healthier meals that everyone will eat.  One great way to help sneak in some health benefits is by offering up low carb breads.  Often times, it's obviously when a baked good is low carb because the taste and texture is sacrificed along with the carbs.  Great Low Carb Bread Company has figured out the secret to creating delicious baked goods that look and taste just like their carb full counterparts...no sacrifice necessary!


We got to try out a few different breads from Great Low Carb Bread Company and we loved them!  


Slightly sweet and lightly spiced, this Pumpkin Spice Bread is perfect for breakfast toast or peanut butter and jelly sandwiches!  I bet it would make a pretty great baked French toast on those crisp fall mornings too!  Breakfast or lunch, it's a winner for sure! 



We LOVE bagels around here and our go to is the Everything Bagel.  Luckily, that just happens to be one of Great Low Carb Bread Company's specialties!  These bagels are amazing!  They work great as a breakfast bagel or even a fun way to mix up sandwiches at lunchtime!



We can't get enough sourdough folks!  It's one of our favorite breads for sandwiches, toast and especially grilled cheese!  Great Low Carb Company's version is hearty and delicious!  It holds up to all we stack on it and it helps make one mean sandwich no matter the filling:)  Winner, winner...grilled cheese dinner!


If you are looking for subtle ways to healthify your back to school meals, check out all the baked goodies from Great Low Carb Bread Company. You won't be disappointed!





One lucky reader will win the same three products we reviewed above!  Enter below:

Delicious, Clean Energy with Rickaroons Coconut Energy Bars! #BackToSchool

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


With the back-to-school season upon us, I am always on the hunt for quick, easy fuel for lunchboxes and afternoon snacks.  Finding wholesome treats that taste great is sometimes a pretty tricky business.  I love anything coconut and know that coconut is a great source of clean, wholesome and satisfying energy, which is why I was so thrilled to find out about Rickaroons!


 Rickaroons are coconut energy bars that taste like an indulgent dessert.  The folks that make Rickaroons choose to use exclusively organic, vegan, and gluten free ingredients to make a healthy snack perfect any time of day.


Check out all the awesome flavors in the variety pack:


These guys make a hearty snack that packs a powerful combination of energy boosting whole food ingredients.

 Megaroon

My absolute favorite is the Megaroon!  This 'roon is chock full of goodness!  Chia seeds provide a stable source of long lasting energy as well as fiber and protein. Cacao nibs are full of antioxidants. The chia seeds and cacao nibs add an extra crunch that helps make this treat so craveworthy and satisfying!

Mint To Be

This 'roon was the most like an indulgent dessert in my opinion.  It is super chocolaty and minty and coconutty and amazing! 

Mocha

The perfect breakfast or mid-morning snack, the Mocha flavor is for coffee lovers.  Yummy espresso will satisfy your coffee craving, chocolate handles your sweet tooth and coconut provides lasting energy!

Peanut Butter Protein

This is a higher protein option that could very well be what you need to power your day. It combines protein-rich peanut butter with 3 grams of Pumpkin Seed Protein, yielding a Rickaroon option with 7 grams of total protein. If you love peanut butter, you are sure to enjoy this yummy 'roon!



Chocolate Blonde


The Chocolate Blonde is The Original 'Roon. It boasts a foundation of coconut, almond butter, and chocolate chips, a delicious combination!   



All ingredients in each Rickaroon are organic, soy and gluten-free, vegan, and non GMO-verified.  It doesn't get much better than that!  Clean ingredients = Clean Energy!  You can feel good about sharing these tasty treats with the whole family.  


If you are looking for a snack that can fuel your big day at work or school, your summer adventure, your workout or even your afternoon lounging in the hammock, Rickaroons has got you covered!  You're welcome!










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.