Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Beyonce’s Pulse Summer Edition – Review (And a Giveaway)



Are you looking for a new scent this summer, a scent that makes you feel like summer, relaxed and sweet. I would like to tell you all about a limited edition fragrance from Beyonce.  Beyonce’s Pulse Summer Edition, this fragrance is similar to the original perfume but it is lighter and fresher. 

 Life is a flirt. Love is a game. The sky is your limit. BeyoncĂ© Pulse Summer Edition gives you a burst of the inexplicable energy you feel during the Summer. It will leave you feeling great, ready to conquer anything, as if nothing and no one could ever resist you.
                                                                              
I love new scents, and I am always looking for a new one to try. I do not like heavy woodsy strong scents. They are not my style, and just choke me up. I love light fragrances all year long, but especially in the summer.

This perfume is a great mix of fruit and floral with notes of pear icy mandarin, and pink pepper this is the perfect perfume for the summertime. The smell is so pretty, and would be great for a night out. But this would is also light enough to be worn during the day, at work. I was able to wear this great scent, and got complements on the wonderful smell.

So if you are looking for a new scent to add to your perfume collection make sure to check out the new Beyonce Pulse Summer Edition. You will love to light soft scent, a great summer addition to your fragrance collection. Beyoncé Pulse Summer Edition retails for $49 - 50ml and $59 - 100ml.


One of Susan’s Disney Family readers will have the chance to win a bottle of Beyonce’s Pulse Summer Edition. Would you like to win? Just let me know, what is your favorite summer fragrance? There are also other ways to enter, please enter below.

Buy it:

You can buy this great perfume at your local department store

Win it:

One winner will win Beyonce’s Pulse Summer Edition perfume


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Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions . I received perfume to review. No monitory compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may differ. The opinions I have expressed are my own I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising .

Rudi’s Organic Bakery – Lunch Tips, and an Art Kit Giveaway






 Rudi's is having a great sandwich art box contest now on Facebook makes sure to check it out here.


I have a great giveaway to share with you, would you like to win a cool art kit from Rudi’s Organic Bakery, just in time for back to school? And make sure to check out the tips below to make healthier back to school lunches.

Rudi’s Organic Bakery, Inc., has been passionate about baking better breads for families for more than 30 years. Founded and headquartered in Boulder, Colo., Rudi’s Organic Bakery is the only nationally available brand offering a full line of nutritious and delicious, certified organic breads and baked goods. Rudi’s Organic is committed to baking breads using only the best organic ingredients and no artificial additives, preservatives and GMOs. In 2010, Rudi’s Organic leveraged this heritage to create Rudi’s Gluten-Free Bakery, a line of gluten-free breads and baked goods made with wholesome, all-natural ingredients so that each bite tastes like the real thing. Rudi’s Organic and Rudi’s Gluten-Free products are available nationally at natural foods stores and select mainstream supermarkets. For more information, visit www.rudisbakery.com

Packing Healthier School Lunches:
·         Use a Bento style lunch box with numerous compartments for lots of delicious flavors.
·         Go shopping with your kids in the produce section of the grocery store and let them help pick out items for their lunch.
·         Let your kids help make their lunch; let them add condiments to a sandwich or allow them to mix dried fruit and nuts for trail mix.
·         Pack dips with fruits and vegetables for fun flavorful eating.
·         Aim for the rainbow: make sure there are a variety of colors in your child’s lunch.

Healthier Lunch at School: 
·         Eat lunch with your child at school so you really know what’s being served.
·         Become familiar with the school district’s wellness policy and gather like-minded parents to let the school board know you want healthier food.
·         Volunteer in your school’s cafeteria, then try and work with and support the nutrition services director to create healthier food options.
·         Help raise funds to get a salad bar in the cafeteria.
·         Work with the school to institute 30 minute lunch periods with recess before lunch

Would you like to win an art pack with an art kit, a sketch pad, a beret, a reusable bag and 2 product coupons. Just enter below.


 

Win it:

One winner will win an art pack with an art kit, a sketch pad, a beret, a reusable bag and 2 Rudi’s Organic Bakery product coupons.


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Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions . I received NOTHING to post this. No monitory compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may differ. The opinions I have expressed are my own I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising .

Peaceable Kingdom - Feed the Woozle Cooperative Game Review



Are you looking for a fun game to play with your preschooler, a game that is fun and the whole family can join in on the fun? Well I have a suggestion for you all. Games from Peaceable Kingdom, here is a little information about Peaceable Kingdom from the Website.

Peaceable Kingdom was founded in 1983 with a single product – a poster featuring the beloved art from the classic children’s book Goodnight Moon. Twenty-eight years and more than 5,000 items later, the company has grown to be a leader in juvenile stickers, greeting cards, and games.


I was sent a Feed the Woozle game for review from Peaceable Kingdom.  This is an award-winning game, this received The Parent’s Choice Award, Silver Honor. Peaceable Kingdom recently released three new cooperative games for preschoolers and two  cooperative games for kids.

Well what is a cooperative game?  It’s a game where everyone plays together, no one is left out, and everyone has fun! Unlike a traditional game where there is one winner and one (or many) losers, in a cooperative game the players work as a team against a common obstacle, not against each other. Cooperative games emphasize play, not competition. Kids learn to work and play together in respectful and compassionate ways. They learn to share, make decisions together, and trust one another. Cooperative games encourage inclusion and build confidence. Most importantly, the kids play because it’s fun!

I love the idea of cooperative games, this teaches children to have fun together and not to focus in on “beating” the other players. The idea of games is to have fun right? With cooperatives games you have fun together, and are not concerned with who wins. It is a nice concept.  This game is made for preschoolers, designed for ages 3-6 and can have up to 5 players. But anyone can play this simple but fun game.  There is no reading required, (except of course the easy instructions.)

The game is meant to be played on levels, for age ranges, the higher the level the more tricky the game. All levels are about feeding that crazy Woozle, and he does eat some odd things, bathwater soda anyone, or who would like some sand pizza?  Level 1. To play on Level 1 you roll the die, put that number of snacks on the spoon and walk to feed the Woozle. Then you feed the Woozle the snacks and when he is fully fed and the snacks are gone you win yay!

My daughter and I played the higher 2 and 3 levels. With level 2 you have to so some crazy and funny tasks while bringing the Woozle its food. Walking backwards, doing a bunny hot (not this was hard, we kept dropping the “food”) and do a Hula dance among others.  And with level three you do everything that is on level one, but you do it blindfolded! And it is silly and fun.

My daughter has fun with the game and cannot wait to show her little cousin. She is two, and I am sure she will love the game on level one. I will love that there will be no crying, or pouting because someone did not win. With this game you can just have fun, and play everything you could want from a great game. I would recommend this game for families with young children, your kids will love it and I am sure you will too. The game retails for $19.99

Buy it:

You can purchase this fun game or any other Peaceable Kingdom game at Amazon 

For more information make sure to follow Peaceable Kingdom on Facebook .

Make sure to check out this clip about cooperative games:




 





Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions . I received a game to review.No monitory compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may differ. The opinions I have expressed are my own I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising .

LunchBlox, a great lunch container from Rubbermaid



I am a very organized person, well at least I try to be. I want certain items in ceratin places. It is important to me that everything has a place. Rubbermaid has been helping me straighten up my clutter for years now. From the giant bins I have in the basement to my recycling organizer, Rubbermaid helps me organize and keep the house presentable.
As a working mom, it is tough to keep the house looking neat and clean, but I try my best and Rubbermaid is a big help.

I was very fortunate to be able to review one of Rubbermaid’s newest products LunchBlox, a great lunch container from Rubbermaid.

Modular containers snap together in to save space in your lunch bag

 Kit includes specially designed Blue Ice™ pack that works with LunchBlox containers to keep lunches chilled on the go
 Containers are perfectly portioned for lunch foods commonly carried away from home
 Microwave-, dishwasher- and freezer-safe and BPA-free
 The Sandwich Kit includes a sandwich container sized for regular and specialty breads, two snack containers (perfect for yogurt or nuts) and a snack container (perfect for fruits, vegetables and
chips)

Bringing lunch every day to work is a real money saver, but after it can get a bit boring. Sandwiches are fine, don’t get me wrong but having nearly the same thing each day gets pretty stale quickly. Luckily Rubbermaid has a new option for you Lunchblox. This handy storage lunch container gives you the chance to bring thing you may never have tried to bring to lunch. And you can eat heathier, with Lunchbox I can have a perfectly neat and portioned lunch.
I was able to pack a salad, using one of the blocks for the dressing, lettuce, and veggies. I was able to keep my luck cool and fresh by using the ice bloc that is on the kit. What a wonderful invention, a chance to have more variety for lunch and a way to make sure I eat the right amount and do not pack too much, what more could you ask for.

A good price that is what, and guess what the LunchBlox is around $13.00

You can even print a $1.50 coupon on the Rubbermaid site

Overall I am very happy with my Lunchbox, and I will be getting another, so my daughter will have one to bring to school everyday. And since it is from Rubbermaid I do not have to worry about this braking if it is dropped, and no leaking. I have grown to expect the very best from Rubbermaid, and I am never disappointed.


Buy it:

You can buy this lunchblox, and other sizes in your local store or online at the Rubbermaid site.


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Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions . No monitory compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may differ. The opinions I have expressed are my own I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising .

Lolly the Trolley, a great way to see Cleveland.






As you all know we are travelers, we just love to go out and explores new places. Recently my family went on a little vacation to Cleveland, Ohio.

When I was planning the trip, and others asked where I was going, and I said Cleveland. 90% of the people I told asked Why?

Who questions where you want to go on vacation? Well nearly everyone asked why go to Cleveland? Well I wanted to visit the city, just because, that is my answer. I know there are a lot of neat things to visit in Cleveland, and I was able to take a Lolly the Trolley tour to see Cleveland. My family took the 2 hour Lolly the Trolley tour. The tour began at 9:30 we were up early and ready for a fun tour.

Or driver could not have been nicer, she was so sweet and knowledgeable. At the beginning of the tour we were greeted with a little candy treat. Who can say no to candy? Of course we would love some! And then we were off to discover Cleveland.  The trolley was filled with large windows making it easy to see and take pictures and that is great for me, I am quite the picture taker.

The tour brings you all over the city, over 20 miles of city to see, here is the breakdown according to the website:

 The tour begins at The Flats, Cleveland's North Coast Harbor featuring the world's only Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum and the Great Lakes Science Center;  Downtown Cleveland, with its mix of historic and modern architecture; The Warehouse District with loft apartments, restaurants & galleries in downtown's oldest and newest "neighborhood"; Ohio City, with both Victorian homes renovated by "urban homesteaders" and the West Side Market, one of the world's largest indoor/outdoor food and produce markets; the Gateway Sports complex; Playhouse Square, the nation's largest theater restoration project and 2nd largest performing arts center; The Cleveland Clinic, one of America’s premier medical centers, University Circle, a focal point for our cultural, educational and medical institutions and a drive through the historic Cultural Gardens.









My family loved the tour, my daughter is only 7 years old but the tour kept her entertained and we all had fun and learned a lot.  Her favorite part was the women’s aviation museum, this was a hidden gem.

The cultural gardens were breathtaking, and every nationality was represented with their own garden.  This was something I wish my city had, a way to get all cultures together, and have your own little oasis in the park.

This tour gave us so many great ideas of where to visit next in Cleveland. If you plan to take this tour, here is a little tip when planning make sure to schedule this tour for the very beginning of your trip. I was so happy that I planned this for the 2nd day, so I still had a good amount of time to visit a good amount of the places we passed on the trolley.

Did you know that Cleveland was the first city in the world to be lit outside by electricity? Well there are a lot more interesting facts that I learned on the trolley tour.
 
Millionaires row, I loved seeing all of the majestic mansions, there were only a few left but they looked amazing. I would love to take a tour of each of them. Why so few? Well  some of the aristocrats that lived in the houses did not want anyone without an excessive amount of money to live in their house after they died, and many wrote specifically in their wills to have the house destroyed when they die. Wow, well that explains why there are so few of the mansions left.Very fascinating.

Of course we passed by the iconic building that is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. I never knew, that this plaza was designed to look like a record player and stylus, but I can see it now. The Westside Market was also a must do for my family.

Now I know why people love to visit Cleveland it is a fun city, that is thriving it is a nice clean city that is fun. We will surely be back.

I would highly recommend Lolly The Trolley if you are a visitor of Cleveland, you will be able to discover the great city. And if you are from the area, you can rediscover the great city you live in.  The 2 hour tour is fun and informative. You will see the city and really get a feel for what Cleveland is all about.

Here is the fare and schedule information for Lolly the Trolley  

Fares
Adults 2 Hr. $17.00 ($18.32 w/tax)
  1 Hr. $11.00 ($11.85 w/tax)
Seniors (60+) 2 Hr. $16.00 ($17.24 w/tax)
  1 Hr. $10.00 ($10.78 w/tax)
Children (17 and under) 2 Hr. $12.00 ($12.93 w/tax)
  1 Hr. $8.00 ($ 8.62 w/tax)

Children under age 5 are not permitted on the 2-hour tour, but are very welcome on the 1-hour tour!

Tour times and prices are applicable through April 30, 2013.
All fares are now subject to a 7.75% sales tax.










November 1st - April 30th
Friday & Saturday 1 Hr. 12:30 P.M.
  2 Hr. 2:00 P.M.
May 1-31 and October 1-31 Season
Monday through Saturday 1 Hr. 12:30 P.M.

2 Hr. 2:00 P.M.
Sunday 2 Hr. 1:00 P.M.

1 Hr. 3:30 P.M.
June 1 - September 30 Season
Monday through Saturday 2 Hr. 9:30 A.M.

1 Hr. 12:30 P.M.

2 Hr. 2:00 P.M.
Sunday 2 Hr. 1:00 P.M.

1 Hr. 3:30 P.M.
* Friday & Saturday 1 Hr. 5:00 P.M.




 If you are planning to be in the Cleveland area I would recommend Lolly the Trolly, it is a great way to see the city, and have fun while you are doing it.


Make sure to check out the website if you need any more information Lolly the Trolley 




 






Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions . I received a tour with my family in order to do this review. No monitory compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may differ. The opinions I have expressed are my own I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising .

Gallery Direct, a great place for framed art and more!




 
Do you have bare walls in your house, and are you looking for a way to make you house feel more like a home? Well pictures and art work are a great addition to your home. They can make the difference, a piece of artwork or a lovely framed photo can make all the difference.  We are always looking for ways to spruce up the house and make it feel comfortable, and cozy for us.

I was able to get a great framed photo, from Gallery Direct to help with our boring bare wall. I picked a family portrait.

This is no usual family photo. This was taken in 2007 during my daughters first trip to Disney World. In 2007 my parents and my husband’s parents and my niece all got together for a grand gathering at Disney World. This was the first trip for nearly all of the guests, so it was a special time for all. The last night of the vacation we all posed outside of Le Cellier steak house in Epcot. We have never been able to go a big family vacation like this again. So when I see this great picture it reminds me of the fun times we had then.

As mentioned the picture was from 2007 and was taken by my old camera, I was concerned that since the picture was not taken with the greatest camera and this would make the picture grainy. I asked before I ordered to make sure this would be ok… Was my picture going to come out good? The great folks at Galley Direct informed me that they would let me know if this would not come out well. It is nice that there is a company that really cares about the product they are giving you, they will not sent out a product that is subpar.

Well when the framed photo arrived I was so very impressed! Wow, it is breathtaking.  This is a high quality frame, and the picture is not pixilated at all. The framed photo was shipped well. The frame was amazingly packed, with care and precision. My husband, who packs for a living was impressed with how well this was packed. Galley Direct wants to insure that your order comes in great condition, this really shows.

We  added to our bare hallway wall, this was a blank white sheet just in need of something to make the area more welcoming and less plain. And I love how this looks, an AAA+++.

If you are looking for a great gift idea or a way to make your house look more inviting why not get a framed photo or a gallery piece from Gallery Direct? You will get a well-made gift that will be loved and treasured forever.

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To purchase your own framed photo, or canvas masterpiece please visit Gallery Direct


 






Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions . I received a framed photo to review.  No monitory compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may differ. The opinions I have expressed are my own I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising .

What a great experience this has been #41 #NSNation



Well here we are at week 41 Nutrisystem.

So here we are at the wrap up stages of Nutrisystem. What a wonderful trip this has been. There have been ups and there have been downs that is for sure. But overall I am so happy with the whole Nutrisystem experience. Nutrisystem not only had great food, with a wonderful variety of items. They also taught me how to eat, and how to portion my food. This is a life changing program, that I am happy I did. Now what diet have you been on that did not feel like a diet, and made you feel good? Never had I been on something like this, something that really works.

I am enjoying my new body and I am doing so much more with my life. Life is more than sitting in and watching tv. Would you believe that I really do not watch much tv at all any more? Well I wouldn't have believed it either. I spend my nights walking and taking my daughter to the park. She loves it, and I enjoy the exercise as well. Yes I have learned to enjoy exercise.  Like I said this was a life changing experience.  I would like to thank Nutrisystem for being so supportive, and I would like to thank you guys for your great emails. You are inspirations to me!  Nutrisystem is offering some great deals, including 40% off... Why not try it out now while you can save? What do you have to lose, but weight?

So how did I do?

Nutrisystem Week 41
Pounds Lost this week:.4
Total lost: 46

I am so happy with my results. even though I did not lose the 60 lbs that I had hoped, I am still over the moon happy with the progress that I have made. And now that I know the skills I will not be gaining this weight back like I did hundreds (well it seems like hundreds)  of times before. Would you like to try out Nutrisystem to see how well it works for you?

I will be back with a review of the wrap up bars, and the cookbook so make sure to check back.


The generous folks at Nutrisystem are giving me the chance to give one of Susan's Disney Family readers a chance to win  a 10 Day Nutrisystem Select Kit! WOW! Would you love to win? Make sure to enter below, and good luck!

 -          Prize: 10 Day Nutrisystem Select Kit (10 days of Nutrisystem’s fresh frozen meals) ; Shaker bottle with new Nutrisystem protein shakes; Nutrisystem Water Bottle; Program collateral

Here are the contest rules:
 
(a.) Must be at least 18 years old to enter (b.) Nutrisystem employees and their family members are ineligible
(c.) Must meet eligibility requirements to be on Nutrisystem (d.) Applicable only to continental US )(e.) No Cash Value

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Want to lose weight and get healthy on Nutrisystem, and join me on the program? If you would like to follow my progress please click here.

Join today by calling 1-888-853-4689 or visiting Nutrisystem.

Disclaimer: I have been selected to participate in the Nutrisystem Nation Blogger program. For the next four months, Nutrisystem will provide me with their meals at no charge for my review. I am not being compensated for my participation.


Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions . No monitory compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may differ. The opinions I have expressed are my own I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising .

Monday, July 30, 2012

GUND “Top Dog” Contest








 Gund is having a wonderful contest  that gives you a chance to make a plush of you little doggie! I love the idea!


  GUND “Top Dog” Contest is in progress with a grand prize of “the Boo treatment” - a limited edition GUND plush in the winning pup’s likeness!

Inspired by the wildly-popular "World's Cutest Dog" Boo stuffed dog from GUND, the “Top Dog” Contest invites pup parents from around the country to submit photos of their own four-footed friends on the GUND Facebook page in one or all of the following four categories:

·        Most Beautiful Dog
·        Ugliest Dog
·        “Doganista”/Best Dressed Dog
·        Dog that Most Resembles its Owner

The Grand Prize will have tails wagging; GUND will create a limited edition model of the winner’s dog. The dog will be available in gift and toy stores in 2013. That’s right! Your pup could become a GUND plush just like Boo!

Your readers may submit their dog photos via the contest tab on GUND’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/GottaGettaGUND).The contest will run July 16 - August 15, 2012; winners will be chosen the week of August 20th and announced the week of August 27th.

·         Entries: July 16 – August 5
·         Voting: August 6 – August 15

Simultaneously with the Top Dog” Contest on Facebook, GUND will run the “Most Pinteresting Dog” Contest on Pinterest. Consumers will be asked to post their entry on their own pages, “tag” @GUNDMostPinterestingDog and submit the linkto GUND at MostPinterestingDog@GUND.com. The “Most Pinteresting Dog” Contest winner will be selected based on the number of times the entry is “liked” on the GUND Pinterest board and the winner will receive a selection of GUND products valued at $250 retail.

For complete rules, see Top Dog” Contest and Most Pinteresting Dog” Contest rules at www.GUND.com.


Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions . No monitory compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may differ. The opinions I have expressed are my own I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising .

Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own opinions, . No compensation was received. All opinions are my own. This is a unofficial fan site that is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or Disney theme parks.