Surprise Packs Make Summer More Fun For Everyone! #Pokemon #MLB #SecretLifeOfPets

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

Holy moly, do we have a lot of cool goodies to share with you today folks!  Do your kiddos love surprise packs as much as mine do?  If so, treat them to some goodies this summer! Excell Marketing sent us a variety of awesome surprise pack goodies to introduce you guys to...there is definitely something for everyone in today's roundup!

So, let's get to it shall we?

Topps 2019 Series 2 Fat Pack

Calling all baseball fans!  It's Game Day! The 2019 Topps Series 2 Fat Pack is perfect for any MLB fan. Keep an eye out for relic and autograph relic cards that can be found in almost each pack and many more fan favorites among the 34 cards to collect! Also keep a lookout for contest cards that can be found inside! Topps hits a home run with this one!  

D loves anything to do with baseball and he loved scouring through these packs to find ball players from his favorite teams!  

With an MSRP of $4.99, this is a super affordable surprise pack for baseball fans, young or old!

Got Pokemon fans in your crew?  Check out the goods from the Sun and Moon Unbroken Bonds Collection!

Pokemon Sun and Moon - Unbroken Bonds

When you have a partner you can count on, nothing can stop you! The TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX in the Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Unbroken Bonds expansion shows the colossal power of teamwork! 

With over 210 cards to collect, 7  brand-new TAG TEAM Pokémon-GX, more than 25 Trainer cards, a new Special Energy card -- your opponent won’t stand a chance against your experience!

  Plus, with the Elite Trainer Box, you’ll find collectible dice, condition makers, energy cards, and much more! With trust and practice, these Pokémon can tackle just about anything!

The collection is packed with everything a Trainer needs to compete, including card sleeves, high-quality dice and damage counters, and much more. 

It also includes eight Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Unbroken Bonds booster packs to help put you on the path to victory. 

And everything fits in the collector's box, making it easy for you to compete with friends or head to your next big tournament. 

Victory is within your grasp with the Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Unbroken Bonds Elite Trainer Box! 

Your Pokemon fans will have hours of fun this summer with the Sun and Moon-Unbroken Bonds and Elite Trainer box!

Are your kiddos more in to the cute and cuddly?  Check out the Petz Value Box!

The Secret Life of Pets 2 Value Box

Everyone’s favorite domesticated-talking pets are hitting the big screen again in The Secret Life Of Pets 2! 

Show off your excitement for Max, Gidget, and the gang with the all-new The Secret Life of Pets 2 Value Box! 

This fun filled package contains 8 random items, including Dog Tags, puzzle erasers, keychains, and Plush. Over $25 in value fun!  

With an MSRP of $9.99, this is an amazing deal!

We are huge fans of the movie and these little trinkets are great tie -in items to keep the fun going long after the trip to the movie theater!

Keep your kiddos busy this summer with fun, screen-free surprise packs!  You can find these goodies at mass merchandisers 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.

Pacific Resource International Manuka Honey Goodies for #BackToSchool

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

If you've been following ABCD Diaries for a bit, you know I love sharing awesome honey goodies with y'all!  I believe in the amazing health benefits of nature's perfect food.  Off topic, but did you know that honey never spoils?  True story!  Archaeologists found Egyptian tombs that were 3000 years old and had pots of honey in them and it was perfectly edible!  Whaaaaaat?

Obviously, today we are featuring some amazing honey treats and these goodies are perfect for back to school lunches or afternoon snacks!  Our Manuka Honey treats today are just a tiny bit of what Pacific Resource International (PRI) offers.  Let's get to it shall we?

PRI Children's Strawberry and Manuka Honey Lollipops

These pops offer a delicious way to help fight off infections! They have the benefits of Propolis rich in Bioflavonoids, Manuka Honey NPA (Non Peroxide Activity) 10+, and Menthol.They are fun to eat and a sneaky way to help protect kiddos (and adults!) from all those schoolroom germs!  They also come in a Lemon Honey flavor...yum!

PRI’s Manuka Honey Dark Chocolates

PRI’s award winning chocolates are made by wrapping rich dark chocolate around the finest New Zealand Manuka Honey tested 5+ and adding a touch of mint or ginger. These tasty nuggets contain only 3 Ingredients: Pure Manuka Honey, Dark Chocolate (99% Cocoa), and Mint/Ginger. They are All Natural, Gluten Free, Dairy Free and Kosher, with no use of artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Best of all they are produced right here in the USA!

We tried the Mint Chocolate version and hello yum!  What a great way to appease that sweet tooth without any guilt:)  

PRI's Manuka Honey Sticks 

These honey sticks were probably the biggest hit of these three products with our gang. They are a great way to quickly get your daily dose of goodness and can be enjoyed directly from the stick anytime, anywhere. They are also great for sweetening tea or coffee on-the-go.  Oh, and they make the perfect treat for a lunchbox!

If you are looking for quality honey products this back to school season, I would highly recommend checking out PRI!  Their products are made with only the best Manuka honey and we've loved everything we've tried from them!

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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.

VersaChalk: Fun Home Decor with a Crafty Twist! #Giveaway

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We are always looking for fun, easy and affordable ways to mix up our home decor and were super excited to get to try out a variety of goodies from VersaChalk:

VersaChalk has a ton of awesome chalkboards, chalk markers and chalk accessories to suit your needs.  Take a look at the items we got to try out:

Rustic Magnetic Kickstand Chalkboard

Set up couldn't be easier thanks to the kickstand design of this 13"x 9" chalkboard.  It features a fade-resistant magnetic surface for chalk marker ink and a vintage wood frame for a rustic look.

We love using this board as a menu announcing the night's dinner plan.  Occasionally, one of the kiddos uses it to post funny quotes.  The chalkboard is really well-made and easy to clean.  We are really having a blast writing and drawing on this display chalkboard!  I could see it hanging around our kitchen for years to come.

Frameless Acrylic Hanging Chalkboard

This double-sided chalkboard is super versatile!  You can use it on a flat surface or hang it pretty much anywhere with the included double sided mounting tape.  We keep this on the counter for reminders...it makes a great message board!  This thin piece of acrylic is fairly heavy duty and durable enough to last a lifetime. 

Neon Liquid Chalk Markers

Add some extra flair to any creation with neon chalk markers! Available in eight colors, neon markers are perfect for banners, signs or any project that needs a little boost and they work great on both of the boards we got to try.  These non-toxic and dust free markers are easy to use making them ideal for families with kiddos.  We absolutely adore the bright, bold colors!

Wine Glass Markers

These should really just be called Glass markers:)  The kiddos love personalizing their drinking glasses and glass water bottles and I am a fan of using them to label concoctions I mix up in mason jars. Another great selection of bold colors to choose from, this marker set is a winner for sure!

Chalkboard and Whiteboard Cleaning Kit

If you own a chalkboard or whiteboard, this cleaning kit is a must-have! It includes a 10-oz spray, two foam cleaners, and a microfiber cloth. Boards will look brand new with no chalk residue.  There is virtually no odor from the cleaner and it works like a charm every time.

Chalkboards are a fun way to personalize your space and VersaChalk has a great selection of high quality products to choose from.  Bring a little fun and a pop of color to your home decor with VersaChalk this summer!

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Enter below for your chance to win a VersaChalk prize pack!  One lucky winner will receive a package including VersaChalk neon markers, classic markers, and a small frameless acrylic chalkboard!

Easy, Fresh Home Decor with Gorgeous Just Add Ice Plants!

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

I love using plants as a way to enhance my home decor.  Live plants just provide a nice, fresh, earthy feel that I can really dig:)  Some plants can be pretty tricky to keep alive, especially if you live in a climate that experiences crazy hot or cold temperatures.  Since we live on the super hot and humid Gulf Coast, we are no stranger to triple digit temperatures during the summer and I tend to be an "over-waterer" when it comes to my plants.  It's hot y'all!  Fortunately, Just Add Ice makes it easy to know just how much and how often to "water" their beautiful indoor plants.   

Just Add Ice offers a gorgeous selection of Classic Orchids, Mini Orchids, Bromeliads and Anthuriums, along with awesome Money Trees, which is what I ordered.  Here is our cozy tree, all packaged up to keep it nice and safe on it's journey to us:

It was in surprisingly good condition for being a live, potted plant that had just traveled hundreds of miles!

Also called Pachira aquatica, the Money Tree plant is said to bring good luck and fortune to its owners. The Just Add Ice Money Tree plant is watered with simple instructions: just two ice cubes once a week. 

It doesn't get much easier than that!

Each Just Add Ice Money Tree plant is made from several plants braided together with a wide canopy about 14 to 16 inches across. 

Its 5-inch pot means it fits perfectly on a shelf or table, perfect for your home or office.  I love the simple beauty of this pot!

The instructions are included on a planter tag.  Basically, water your plant with 2 ice cubes per week and keep in a bright, sunlit spot.  Don't let it get too hot or too cold and you're good to go!

Our Money Tree looks gorgeous on a shelf near the window in our breakfast area:

Just Add Ice grows over 8 million orchids each year, as well as a wide variety of other potted plants. They use highly efficient growing techniques, water conservation and a sustainable heat source to ensure that their plants are grown in an environmentally friendly fashion. Just Add Ice plants and flowers are ideal for interior decorating and make lovely gifts for all occasions.

If you want an easy peasy houseplant to brighten up your home or office, check out Just Add Ice!

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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.