Thursday, November 24, 2011

Happy Thanksgiving...






I smell yummy Pumpkin Pie!








Hope you have a blessed and beautiful day! I am thankful for all of you :)

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Allure Carpet Care Review...

With all boys, a hubby and dog my carpets were in need of some major help. One of our son's is restoring a 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle. I came home one day to find on our light tan carpet the hood of his car and a ton of parts on my carpet! Such a BOY thing to do.

Check out what our poor carpet looked like before Allure came to the rescue...
Right when they got here they started getting to work. First they treated the spots and then worked on the stairs and carpets.
They did an amazing job! I can't wait to tell all my friends and family about them. Check out the after pictures below...
Thanks to Allure Carpet Care our carpets look as good as new! Just in time because soon we will have a house full of people. We are so impressed with how good of a job they did. This fantastic company even includes the pre-spotting & heavily soiled treatment when they clean your carpets. We love that they use a truck-mounted hot water extraction for cleaning. They also have awesome prices!

Here are some great reasons to go through Allure Carpet Care... 
Eco-friendly, Safe, Non-toxic Cleaners
Pre-spotting & Heavily Soiled Treatment included
Most Advanced Cleaning System
Quick Dry Time
No Hidden Charges
They Are Not Satisfied Until You Are
At Allure Carpet Care, they take the worry out of home carpet cleaning; so you can sit back, relax and watch your home gleam like new again.

Their key mottos are professionalism, quality, and value. They know that each carpet material needs to be treated differently, so they have their finger on all the latest developments in cleaning technology. Also, Allure Carpet Care uses only the best carpet cleaning equipment to provide results that are unrivaled in the market. All that at rock bottom prices.

On top of that, their goal is 100% customer satisfaction.

Allure Carpet Care is the place to call for professional carpet, upholstery, rug, tile and other cleaning. Call Allure Carpet Care today to get your carpet looking new again. You will be pleasantly surprised like we were!

Thanks again to Allure Carpet Care for the awesome customer service and cleaning our carpets!

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Saturday, November 19, 2011

Spy Kids All the Time in the World Review and Giveaway...

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 SPY KIDS: ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD
ON BLU-RAY AND DVD

Coming out on November 22, 2011 you won't want to miss SPY KIDS: ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD...
Saving the World is Their Idea of Family Time! 

Next week marks the un-official beginning to the Holiday Season! Time for cooking and baking, list-making and shopping, decorating and celebrating. With so much to do, how in the world do you make time for the things that really matter? 

In the upcoming Blu-ray & DVD release SPY KIDS: All the Time in the World (11/22), the evil Time Keeper and his minions manipulate and steal time all because, as a young boy, the Time Keeper was robbed of quality time with his dad. How do YOU make time for family? Is it game night appointment setting, spontaneous outings, or making an event out of a weekend night dinner together? Share how your family makes time together via Twitter, and use the hashtag #SpyKidsFamilyTime. 

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The action packed franchise is back...with the next generation of Sky Kids! When the maniacal Timekeeper disrupts her domestic bliss-threatening to take over the planet-Marissa comes out of retirement as a top secret agent. With Armageddon quickly approaching, Rebecca and Cecil are thrust into action! With a little help from some familiar Spy Kids friends, Carmen, Juni, their faithful dog Argonaut and some mind-blowing gadgets, they just may be able to save the world!


Our Review...

We like all the Spy Kids movies and this one is as good if not better than the rest. Spy Kids All the Time in the World stars Jessica Alba who does a great job playing a mother and a Spy. It's funny when the movie first starts and she is spying on the bad guy named Tick Tock, she notices he is going to get away so she decides to go after him. Then we discover she is 9 months pregnant and starts going into labor. She still wants to finish the job and not let him escape so she chases him down, fights all of his guards and catches him even though her water breaks and she is about to give birth. This movie has plenty of comedy. We were laughing throughout the movie from all the pranks that Rebecca pulls. Their talking dog Argonaut is hilarious as he protects the kids from evil. There are some pretty cool spy gadgets the kids get to use too when they discover their step mom is a Spy. This is a great movie for the whole family.

We like watching all the special features on DVD's you get to see more about the movie. This one has a bunch of deleted scenes, an interview with Roger Rodriguez, spy gadgets and plenty more. We really liked the passing the torch special feature. It had the original spy kids (Alexa Vega and Daryl Sabara) talking about how they are adults now and the new kids are going to do great. They talked about all their old gadgets and how cool it was growing up on the set of Spy Kids.

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Thursday, November 17, 2011

Softlips Review and Giveaway...

Thanks to Softlips I got to review some of their awesome products! 
They have some new fun winter flavors out like...Winter Mint, Sugar Cookie, Sugar & Spice, and Sugar Plum Berry. I love the packaging and new flavors! These are perfect gifts for sisters, moms, teachers, babysitters, friends and so much more!

Give a Lip Treat This Holiday Season...
Stylish Gift Wrapping: No matter what the gift is, with just a few simple steps you can transform an ordinary gift to an extraordinary gift. Add a touch of glam or beauty to your gift by attaching a pair of shimmery earrings or bangle bracelets to the ribbon or look for beauty products with peg holes in the card, like Softlips lip balm, and attach it to the ribbon on the gift bag or present.

Watch the video below for some fun ideas...

I love Softlips! They are wonderful and keep my lips moist and happy. I keep them all over the house, in my car and purse as well. The great winter holiday flavors are amazing. Make sure and check out all the great products they have!

Thanks Softlips for the awesome products and customer service!

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Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Today's Winners...

All are welcome to use this button to post on your blog or sidebar. You are all winners in my book :) 
And today's winners are... 

A pair of Trotters...
Robin Q.

Monte Carlo DVD... 
Amy W. 

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Monday, November 14, 2011

Miraclebody Review and Giveaway...

Thanks to Miraclebody I got to review some of their awesome products!

First I got their Signature Denim Jeggings...
These are so comfy and look fabulous on! I like the signature classic embroidered pockets on the rear and faux pocket and zipper contrast stitching detail on the front. The hidden tummy control panel flattens the tummy to give you ultimate control while keeping you comfy. Just what my tummy needs :)  Also the deep blue indigo wash helps conceal imperfections for a smooth shape all over. 

features:
  • 10" Mid-rise: sits on the hips to create curves, higher in the back for additional rear coverage
  • Slims the thighs and lifts the rear to make legs appear longer and leaner
  • 82% Cotton, 16% Polyester, 2% Spandex: comfortable fit with breathe-easy stretch
  • 31 1/2" Inseam
  • Machine washable: inside out, gentle cycle
  • Made in the USA of imported fabric
  • As seen in The Oprah Magazine, August 2010
I love that these jeans do make you look thinner! They fit really good and are so comfy on. I almost feel like I am in my pajamas when wearing them!

Next I got a pair of the Katie Jeans...
These Katie Straight Leg Meteor Pocket jeans rock! I love the small silver and gold metallic studs on the back pockets. I also like the straight leg and how slimming these look on.

features:
  • 10” Mid-rise: sits on the hips to create curves, higher in the back for additional rear coverage
  • Straight leg: slims and contours figures of all shapes and sizes
  • Meteor Studded Pockets: silver metallic studs criss cross back pockets
  • 82% Cotton, 16% Polyester, 2% Spandex: comfortable fit with breathe-easy stretch
  • 32" Inseam: regular length
  • Machine washable: inside out, gentle cycle
  • Made in the USA of imported fabric
The amazing blend of cotton and spandex control fibers define the look of long, lean legs while concealed tummy control panel holds in unwanted imperfections. I like that the super stretch soft denim is so comfy. These look great with my new boots!
Miraclebody follows the heritage of Miraclesuit by providing women of all shapes and sizes with comfortable form-flattering fashion control apparel including jeans, tops, skirts, and leggings — all designed to make you look 10lbs lighter in 10 seconds.
At the heart of the Miraclebody brand, is their premium denim jeans with twice the spandex of ordinary jeans to slim the thighs and lift the rear while giving you a comfortable fit. Their handcrafted canvas front control panel features their unique miracle fabric, Miratex, to flatten and control the tummy.

Miraclebody signature logo rivets and buttons along with their embroidered signature waistband add the finishing touch. Their premium denim jeans are available in several washes, from faded blue for a casual look to sleek black for a dressier look.

I love my new jeans! Thank you so much Miraclebody for the awesome products and customer service!

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Wednesday, November 9, 2011

MissionaryMall Review and $260.00 Luggage Giveaway...

Our son will soon be going to Brazil and we got the awesome opportunity to review several products from the MissionaryMall! I am so excited to share this amazing company with you!
When we first got there my son was excited to see the huge cool map they have on the wall. He got to stick a pin in it showing where he will be going.
Then came the fun...shopping for everything he will need for Brazil.
First we picked out a suit for him. We liked that they had a good variety for us to choose from. They measured him and helped us find one that looks really sharp!

Next we headed to the great selection of ties. It was so fun to see all the colors they offer. We love that these ties are washable, what a brilliant idea!
It's awesome how many things the MissionaryMall carries. There's so many great advantages to shop for all your needs here! 
They do a ton of research with each thing they carry to make sure it's high quality and will last. 
One of our favorite things they offer is the... 
Two Year Wearproof Guarantee

The two-year wear-proof guarantee covers items purchased from their store which wear out during the course of active, full-time missionary service. Worn out items may be returned via photograph (electronic files, photocopies, etc. are acceptable proof of a wear out) or by sending the item back to the store. If the exact item is not available, then a substitution will be sent of equal or greater value. MissionaryMall will then either replace or repair the item. 
We plan to go visit the MissionaryMall again sometime to get my Hubby a suit and some new luggage for us. Make sure to check out their website to see all the cool things they have. I like the videos they have on the site telling about their products. We got our son's suit, belts, shirts, ties, shoes, pants, socks, day pack, handkerchiefs and so much more from them. They also have a gift registry which is a fabulous idea!

See how great he looks in his fancy new suit... 
Thank you so very much to the MissionaryMall for the awesome products and customer service, you rock! 

Now here's the really exciting part... 

Thanks to the MissionaryMall I get to give one lucky winner the $260.00 luggage set shown below!
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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Plow & Hearth Review and Giveaway...

Thanks to Plow & Hearth I got to review some of their awesome products! They sent me a pair of UGG® Australia Caspia Boots. I picked the brown ones and love them!
Rugged, Yet Luxurious
Inventor of the surfer boot, UGG® Australia, is THE name in sheepskin footwear that's comfortable and current. These boots are designed to be worn barefoot, whether it's 30° below or 90°, with a snug fit to help the thick, soft shearling mold to your feet. The fleece allows air to circulate so your feet stay dry and comfortable. Flexible, lightweight EVA outsoles.

The Caspia ankle boot has mukluk styling with leather wrap ties and soft sheepskin lining. Cork-flecked molded rubber outsoles provide superior traction.
These boots are really awesome! They are super comfortable and the soft sheepskin lining keeps my tootsies nice and warm :) I have a brown leather jacket that looks so cute with them. It's great that I can tie the laces snug or have them loose depending on what I am wearing. I love my new UGG's and have been wearing them everywhere. They are not only adorable but keep my feet happy and comfortable all day long!
    Plow & Hearth has such cool products make sure and check them all out!
    Plow & Hearth is a trusted national catalog, retail, and internet  company specializing in unique, enduring home and lifestyle products  that are quality-built and guaranteed to meet their customer's  expectations.

    As they have grown during the past 30 years, they have remained dedicated to  the same principles that have guided them from the beginning and to which they attribute their enduring success: honesty, integrity and most  importantly, their commitment to customer service. They treat their customers  like neighbors and friends.

    Thank you so very much 
    Plow & Hearth for the great products and awesome customer service! 

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    Monday, November 7, 2011

    The Gallery Collection Review and Giveaway...

    Thanks to The Gallery Collection we got to review some of their awesome Christmas Cards!

    We picked the adorable Sparkle Bear Greeting Cards...
    A real charmer! Everyone will fall in love with this delightful holiday card, whether you are sending it or receiving it. This baby polar bear is irresistible sitting in his snowy home. Sparkling silvery snowflakes finish this card off perfectly.


    We were so excited when we opened the box to see how amazing our cards turned out! They are elegant and very high quality. The baby polar bear is adorable and makes me smile. It's even cuter in reality. 
    The cards have foil print inside and on the envelopes that look awesome. We also got some snowflake stickers to put on them. The quick and easy seal fast envelopes are going to be great. No licking tons of envelopes this year for me-yahoo! I like that the cards are large enough to include a family picture inside. We love everything we got and are excited to send them out.


    The Gallery Collection is the leading business-to-business mail order publisher of premium quality personalized Christmas, Holiday, and All Occasion greeting cards in the United States. Established in 1929, and still family owned by Prudent Publishing Company, they are proud to present the finest quality personal and business greeting cards available.


    This company has tons of great things to pick from, so make sure to check out their website! Thanks The Gallery Collection for the awesome products and customer service!


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