Near East Party!

Last week I had the pleasure of hosting a Near East In-Home Party. It was a wonderful evening full of delicious fun, friends and fun. My group of friends decide to have a potluck dinner where everyone bought a different Mediterranean inspired dish. We had a wonderful smorgasbord of food everything from Italian to Greek.

We had a variety of hummus, tzatziki and pita for starters. Then a main course of couscous, greek salad, mujadara, mousaka, greek chicken and of course greek ice cream for dessert. (ok it was regular ice cream but we had to come up with a fancy name for it.)

Everyone really enjoyed sharing recipes. We learned about different ways to prepare and jazz up traditional dishes that we typically make. Everyone also liked the party favors which included a box of Near East Parmesan Couscous, Trivet, coupons and recipes. 

Andrea from Lil-Kid-Things loves her goody bag.

About Near East
Near East started in 1962 in Worcester, MA as a mall, family-owned company. George and Hannah Kalajian immigrated from Armenia to the United States and set up a grocery store in 1940. Soon after the store opened, Hannah began serving sandwiches and home-cooked hot meals at a twelve-stool luncheonette counter adjoining the grocery store. Demand rapidly increased for Hannah's tradition roasted chicken and Armenian-style rice pilaf so she began to package it. Over the year, production moved out of Hannah's kitchen and into modern manufacturing facilities. Today, the Near East family of products includes more than 30 different flavors and varieties of rice pilafs, couscous, and other grain dishes.

Enter to Win a 7-day Mediterranean Culinary Adventure Cruise

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Not the Hippopotamus

For some strange reason I started calling Jude, "Judeapotamus". He has no hippo like qualities whatsoever. I guess it's just one of those silly names that developed.  I should probably stop calling him a hippo so he doesn't have any self esteem issues later in life but it's so darn cute and catchy.

So catchy in fact that one night Joe tried giving me a similar nickname. Immediately, he knew it was no good but it was out there. No take backs. Granted, "Sexapotamus" is one of the better ways he could have gone but it's still not great. Fortunate for him I have a good sense of humor and took no offense to my new nickname. In fact, we both thought it was pretty funny it's become a bit of a joke.

So far I don't think we've ever used it publicly else strangers might think we're weird. Uh... hello strangers.

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High Drama 2 - Defining Roles

In high school I participate in several extra curricular activities. All of them were wonderful fun and helped shape who I am today. But in particular I think my favorite would be the Yearbook. It started as a fun outlet for my creativity and organizational skill and eventually I was the editor of the Yearbook. Being the editor of the yearbook taught me so much about the way that I lead and learn. 

I never realized that one extra class in high school would direct the rest of my career path. I ultimately chose to attend a college based on the fact that I wanted to be a magazine editor. During college I change direction a bit and moved into a new media, Television. After college I continued in television with a bit of print design on the side and now as a stay-at-home-mom all of the basic principals I learned from Yearbook helped me create this blog. 

I really like watching the crew members in High Drama 2 because I can totally relate to their dedication and craftsmanship. I'm sure several of those kids will go on to use many of this skills they learned from this production in their career. Watch the newest episodes of "High Drama 2" on TheWB.com.

"High Drama 2" is an original web series, view it now on TheWB.com.

I have been hired by Warner Bros WBWord to raise awareness for 'High Drama 2.

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Patriotic My Pillow Pets

I love companies that give back. My Pillow Pets is giving back to military families this 4th of July. Five dollars of every limited edition stuffed dog sold benefits www.MilitaryScholar.org

Your heart beats true for the red, white and blue and your child’s heart pumps for My Pillow Pets® plush folding stuffed animals. This Fourth of July, honor those who serve your country and your child with the purchase of a special, limited edition My Pillow Pets® plush folding stuffed animal with $5.00 of the cost donated to Scholarships for Military Children, an organization that provides scholarships to the children of military personnel. 

The Scholarships for Military Children Program is primarily funded through the generosity of manufacturers and suppliers whose products are sold at military commissaries, worldwide. Military families are encouraged to take advantage of their commissary benefits that not only provide a savings of more than 30 percent on the products purchased, but also support the military community through programs such as this scholarship.  My Pillow Pets® is proud to be a supporter of Scholarships for Military Children.

A unique website has been created for these special, patriotic My Pillow Pets®- www.MyPillowPetsGives.com. Only 3,000 of the limited edition My Pillow Pets® plush folding stuffed dogs are available at a price of $24.95 plus $6.95 shipping & handling.

Made of ultra-soft chenille, My Pillow Pets® plush folding stuffed animals are much more than a snuggly toy. With a strap that closes underneath to transform the pillow into a friendly pet, they are an ideal travel pal, naptime buddy and all-around cuddly friend. My My Pillow Pets® plush folding stuffed animals are available in 20 different animals including jungle animals, farm critters and sea creatures, in addition to this limited edition Fouth of July dog, and are machine washable.

For more information about My Pillow Pets® plush folding stuffed animals, please visit www.GetPillowPets.com.

About My Pillow Pets

Since 2003, My Pillow Pets plush folding stuffed animals have been bringing smiles to the faces of all ages. The concept for the snuggly companions was the brainchild of a San Diego-based mother of two, who had grown tired of picking up stuffed animals strewn across her children’s rooms. What began with the simple goal of transforming a simple stuffed animal into a functional item for children has grown into an amazing jungle of popular retail and wholesale products. For more information, please visit www.GetPillowPets.com.

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Firsts and Seconds

Jude got his first hair cut on his second birthday. I did it myself, with the aid of my husband, Yo Gabba Gabba and a banana. 

BEFORE

The shaggy wet mullet.

AFTER

Joe misses twirling the mullet but I'm sure Jude enjoys the shorter hair in this 99+ degree weather.

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CHANGES

Hello blog friends! I wanted to let you know of a few minor but important changes that will be occurring here at The B Keeps Us Honest.

GIVEAWAY WINNERS

• I will no longer be posting giveaway winners in a post. I will simply email the winner directly (to the email address left in your comment). So it's important that the email address you leave is one that you check regularly, you may also want to check your spam folder occasionally and I often encounter real emails that get filtered into my spam folder. If you would like to know who won any giveaway simply email me and I will let gladly share the winners with you. 

WEEKENDS

• Other than the regularly scheduled "Blogger of the Week" posts on the weekend I don't plan on posting many reviews over the weekend. This allows both myself and you as a reader to have family time. 

NEW SEGMENTS

• In addition to my reviews and giveaways I really hope to post more about "life".  So feel free to leave comments on non-giveaway posts. I'm planning on adding a lot of recipes, out-n-about, and cute toddler posts.  

That's all the new stuff happening around here. Thank you all so very much for following, commenting and making The B Keeps Us Honest the blog it has come to be. Please feel free to share any advice or ways I can improve this blog. It's a constant work in progress and I'm always learning new things about blogging. So bear with me.

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We all scream for ice cream

I do occasionally blog about other things than reviews and giveaways. In fact, today I am a guest blogger at Lil-Kid-Things with a post about a yummy Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream recipe. Go check it out!

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Happy Birthday Jude!

Two years ago today I was knee deep in labor, anxious to meet this little boy or girl that would radically change our lives. Joe and I are so blessed to have Jude in our lives. He was totally unplanned on our part but like my Mema says, "You didn't plan him but God planned him."

Newborn Jude and Mommy 

 

I can't believe my little man is two years old. He constantly amazes me and keeps me on my toes. I've learned so much from him. I never thought a 2 year old could teach me so much about life, love and patience.... lots and lots of patience.

First Birthday Party - Yo Gabba Gabba

 

I'm so excited to see what God has in store for our family and Jude's life. Happy Birthday baby.... errr big boy. 

We're having a Pirate Party today!

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Gaddy Nipper Giveaway Cancelled

Due to a tragic house fire at the home of Etsy seller Gaddy Nipper Crayons I have to close the giveaway. Until futher notice the Gaddy Nipper store is closed but whenever it's up again we hope to provide some great support for this great shop. 

In the meantime, please pray for Nicole and her family as they rebuild their lives.

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Blogger of the Week: This, That & T'other

Today's featured blogger is Bethany from This, That, & T’other

How old is your blog or long have you been blogging?

I have been blogging since a little before my husband and I got married. We started our blog on April 2, 2007, and were married 19 days later.

What made you choose the name of your blog?

When I was young, sometimes I’d ask my dad what he was doing. He would say, “Oh, this, that, and t’other.” When I was trying to think of a name for a blog with miscellaneous content, that is what came to mind. 

Why do you blog and what do you love about blogging?

I blog because it allows me to have a creative outlet, a reason to write, and friends with whom I can share my talents. 

What are a few of your favorite posts on your blog?

I have bunches of favorites. First, let me introduce myself.

Get to Know Me

I love to write. Here are some of the things I’ve written about.

She Cried

The Last Trek of a Faithful Steed

I like baking and cooking. Some of my go-to recipes are:

Peach Cobbler

Pizza Casserole

And I enjoy making crafty things like these.

Shower Gifts

My Valentine’s Box

Stars Over Sioux City

You’ll also find fun things my students say, menu plans, family life, photography and lots of other fun stuff.

Are you married? If so, how long?

I have been married for almost three years to Jason, an amazing man with lots of talents.

Do you have children? If so, how many?

Not yet, but I would love to in the near future.

What is your favorite movie?

I love the movie Fireproof. 

Who is your favorite actor?

I don’t know that I really have one.

What is your favorite band or musician?

I love the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir.

What is your favorite food?

Does chocolate milk count? If not, definitely broccoli with cheese sauce.

What is your favorite candy?

Hmmm. . . I don’t really eat candy that much. If I had to choose, it would be either Butterfingers or Andes mints.

What else should readers know about you?

I’d love to have you stop by and visit! If you take the time to comment, I’ll make sure to visit you as well! Have a fantabulous day!

The B Keeps Us Honest will feature a new Blogger of The Week each Saturday. If you would like to be featured please contact me.

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Calling all North Carolina businesses and friends

I'm working on planning an "I HEART NC" event which will feature business, bloggers and artists based out of NC. I hope to introduce you to some of my hometown favorites.

Business: If your business is based out of NC and you would like to do a review, giveaway, special offer or anything let me know. Email Me.

Bloggers: If you are a NC blogger and would like to be featured, Email Me.

Artists: If you are and artist of any kind.. music, paint, Etsy, dance, balloon animals. Email Me. We can probably work in some sort of way to promote you and share you art with the world. (at least the small part of the world that reads my blog.)

Basically, if you live in NC you should email me!

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2nd Birthday Bash: Nifty Nappy Review

Summer is here and that means lots of swimming. We use cloth diapers so when we go to the pool I don't want to use a disposable swim diaper. The primary goal of the swim diaper is to keep the solid waste out of the pool.

Nifty Nappy Snappy SwimzEaze diapers are not only great at doing their swim diaper duties (hehe) but they are super cute. No need for a suit to cover up these adorable designs. The Snappy SwimzEaze diaper is easy to put on the excited-to-go-swimming toddler and easy to remove when soaking wet.

We received the Safari Knit diaper and it is adorable. I really do love having a swim diaper rather than using a disposable. Nifty Nappy has a great selection of fabrics and size so you can pick the perfect diaper for you little one.

About Nifty Nappy

Vilate Thacker has spent countless hours online researching cloth diapers, along with years of testing different patterns and fabrics out on her own 6 kids. She finally found the right fabrics and with all the knowledge she had acquired, she started on a diaper and Nifty Nappy was born. Nifty Nappy offers wool covers,PeachyKeen pocket diapers and Snappy SwimzEaze swim diapers.  

Buy: Nifty Nappy diapers are available online

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pediped Memory Foam Technology

pediped® introduces the next generation in ultimate comfort for children with Memory Foam Technology™in their signature ballet flats and sandals for boys and girls. The responsive and high-density Memory Foam Technology™ (MFT™) insoles mold to a child’s foot and spring back when pressed to absorb shock, and minimize impact. The MFT™ insoles also react to body temperature, distribute weight and provide support where needed. This creates a custom fit that is comparable to none.

Upholding its reputation as a leader in the children’s footwear industry, pediped® is the only US children’s footwear company to offer a complete line of shoes with memory foam technology. Style no longer has to be sacrificed for comfort. Now, with this new line, savvy parents will be happy to know that kids can be both stylish and comfortable. 

Buy: pediped® footwear’s MFT™ line is available now at select retailers and on www.pediped.com.

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2nd Birthday Bash: Little Grips Review

Turning two means a lot of growing up for my little guy. Jude loves to eat and often gets frustrated with traditional forks and spoons when he's hungry. He attempts to use them for about 15 seconds and as soon as the food falls off he just digs in with his hands. I don't mind him eating with his hands but it usually means major clean up. And eventually, I'd like to have a civilized child that uses utensils. 

We received Little Grips and he was immediately enthralled with these new eating tools. He attempted to use the Little Grips long than traditional forks and spoons but did eventual revert to using his hands. I think he was just used to eating with his hand. Since his first encounter he's used Little Grips more regularly and shows improvement in his hand to mouth feeding skills. The Little Grips handles fit comfortably in his tiny hands and make it easy for him to guide the food to his mouth.

About Little Grips

Little Grips toddler utensils make toddler feeding-time easy and enjoyable for you and your child. Feeding is made easy with a larger no-choke safety handle that fits easily in the palm of your child's hands and allows them to use their arms and wrists for better control. Other utensils require finer finger controls that are still undeveloped, creating a frustrating experience for your child.

Follow: Little Grips on Twitter

Like: Little Grips on Facebook

Buy: Little Grips online.

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The Drama of High Drama 2

High school has plenty of drama on it's own but add it the drama of the theater and you've got yourself a real life soap opera. "High Drama 2" follows the theater company of Freedom High School in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, as they put on their best show yet: The Wizard of Oz. "High Drama 2" is an original web series only available on TheWB.com.

I love that the episode explore the real life problems that come with teenagers involved in high school drama. My favorite episode is "The Read-Through" where two of cast members have to deal with not getting the roles they hoped for. I liked watching Leanne work through her frustration only to learn that she had misunderstood her role and end the end was happy to be participating in sometime she truly loved.  Watching how teens overcome disappointment and learn to accept what comes along is entertaining and an opportunity to watch kids grow-up.

Watch: The Newest Episode of High Drama 2 on TheWB.com

I have been hired by Warner Bros WBWord division to raise awareness for 'High Drama 2.

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Blogger of the Week: Knowlton Nest

Today's featured blogger is Shonda from Knowlton Nest

How old is your blog or long have you been blogging? 
Blogging since October 2008


What made you choose the name of your blog? 
I chose this name because my husband made this “nest” for our baby who was about to be born. We didn’t know if it was going to be a boy or a girl. Our baby boy was born on Thanksgiving 2008.


Why do you blog and what do you love about blogging? 
I started blogging to share about my son, but it has really grown to be more of a diary and sharing blog. I love blogging because I have met so many friends!


What are a few of your favorite posts on your blog?
Our story of God’s faithfulness
My favorite recipe- Ginger Peanut Chicken


Are you married? If so, how long?
I married a wonderful, godly man who treats me like a queen. We celebrate our 6 year anniversary in July.


Do you have children? If so, how many? 
We have one year old son- Shrade Joseph.


What is your favorite book? 
Tisha by Anne Hobbs Purdy (A MUST read!) I love reading!


What is your favorite movie? 
While You Were Sleeping


Who is your favorite actor? 
Harrison Ford


What is your favorite band or musician? 
Steven Curtis Chapman


What is your favorite food? 
Chocolate (is that a food?)


What is your favorite candy? 
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups


What else should readers know about you? 
I was a Kindergarten teacher for 12 years before I became a SAHM. I love every minute of it. Please come visit me, I would love to meet you!

The B Keeps Us Honest will feature a new Blogger of The Week each Saturday. If you would like to be featured please contact me.

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2nd Birthday Bash: Invitaton Box Review

Jude's birthday party is next weekend. We are having a pirate themed party at our local park. So I knew I wanted to find some cute pirate invitations to mail out to our family and friends. These days people typcially send electronic invitations, which have their benefits, but there is nothing like getting a well designed inviation in your snail mail.

I found these adorable Pirate Party Invitations on InvitationBox.com. They are completely customizable down to the font, size and text. It was simple to navigate the website and find just the right pirate themed invitation for our party. The turn over time was quick and they look great. The quality of the paper is nice and thick.

About Invitation Box

InvitationBox.com is like a stationery boutique, but way better. They have over 9,000 customizable party invitations from industry acclaimed designers offered for affordable prices. InvitationBox.com now offers an array of environmentally friendly paper products made using recycled, FSC or SFI certified paper. They also strive to give back to their community by supporting and donating to local and national charities. InvitationBox.com makes it easy to find the perfect cards on any budget

Order you Invitations from InvitationBox.com

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Whish Body Products Review

Every womans wants to feel pampered and pretty. I know I love getting new beauty products, epsecially if they smell good. But a lot of times those products contain harmful chemicals that aren't so good for your skin. Whish Body Products offer that great smelling and pretty feeling with out any harmful chemicals.

I received the Pomegranate Three Wishes Sugar Scrub which is just wonderful. I love pomegranates, they are one of my all time favorite fruits and they offer a wonderful natural scent to the scrub. Pomegrantes also contain wonderful antioxidants which refresh your skin. Also, with summer's official start on Monday an exfoliating sugar scrub is just what I need. Often times exfoliating scrubs can be a bit too abrasive for my skin but the Whish Sugar Scrub offers just the right about of rough and smooth conditioning to my skin.

About Whish

Whish Body Products offers a wonderful selection of natural body products. All of their products are paraben and sulfate free. They are also free of TEA + DEA and Petrochemicals, never tested on animals and are all natural and organic.

Buy: Whish Body Products are available online and at various retailers around the globe.

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Sarah McLachlan - "Laws of Illusion" Review

I have always enjoyed listening to Sarah McLachlan's songs. Her voice moves you and the words to her lyrics inspire passion. I was anxiously awaiting the release of her newest album, Laws of Illusion as it's been many years since she's released a new album. After all the years of anticipation I was not let down by Laws of Illusion. 

The beauty of her voice and the passion in her songs is still there and even more inspiring. Laws of Illusion offers a great variety of upbeat pop songs and poetic lyrics. I love the piano-based song, "Loving You Is Easy". And the lyrics of "Illusions of Bliss" are a wonderful contrast to the poppy music that accompanies it. Finally, I really enjoyed "Heartbreak" it's a refreshing and smooth.

About Sarah McLachlan's "Laws of Illusion"

Grammy® award winning, multi-platinum singer/songwriter Sarah McLachlan just released her long awaited new album, LAWS OF ILLUSION! This marks Sarah's first studio album of brand new material in 7 years.  In a career spanning more than two decades, Sarah has over 20 million career sales to date and, every one of Sarah McLachlan’s studio and live albums has been certified gold, platinum, or multi-platinum by the RIAA

TRACKLISTING
1. AWAKENINGS
 2. ILLUSIONS OF BLISS
 3. LOVING YOU IS EASY
 4. CHANGES
 5. FORGIVENESS
 6. RIVERS OF LOVE
 7. LOVE COME
 8. OUT OF TUNE
 9. HEARTBREAK
10. DON’T GIVE UP ON US
11. U WANT ME 2
12. BRING ON THE WONDER

Sarah McLachlan will be performing at Lilith Fair this year.

LILITH FAIR TOUR DATES

Jun 27              Calgary, AB                             McMahon Stadium
Jun 28              Edmonton, AB                         Northlands Spectrum
Jul 1                 Vancouver, BC, Canada          Pitt Meadows Airport
Jul 2                 Portland, OR                            Sleep Country Amphitheatre
Jul 3                 Seattle/George, WA                 The Gorge Amphitheatre
Jul 5                 San Francisco, CA                   Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View
Jul 7                 San Diego, CA                         Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre
Jul 8                 Phoenix, AZ                             Cricket Wireless Pavilion
Jul 9                 Las Vegas, NV                         Mandalay Bay Events Center
Jul 10               Los Angeles, CA                      Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
Jul 12               Salt Lake City, UT                    USANA Amphitheatre
Jul 13               Denver, CO                              Comfort Dental Amphitheatre
Jul 15               Kansas City, MO                      Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone
Jul 16               St. Louis, MO                           Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
Jul 17               Chicago, IL                               First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre
Jul 18               Minneapolis, MN                      Canterbury Park
Jul 20               Indianapolis, IN                        Verizon Wireless Music Center Indianapolis
Jul 21               Detroit, MI                                DTE Energy Music Theatre
Jul 23               Montreal, QC                           Parc Jean Drapaeu
Jul 24               Toronto, ON                             Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
Jul 27               Cleveland, OH                         Blossom Music Center
Jul 28               Philadelphia, PA                      Susquehanna Bank Center
Jul 30               Boston, MA                              Comcast Center
Jul 31               New York, NY                          PNC Bank Arts Center
Aug 1               Hartford, CT                             Comcast Theatre
Aug 3               Washington, DC                       TBA
Aug 4               Raleigh, NC                             Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek
Aug 6               Charlotte, NC                           Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Charlotte
Aug 7               Nashville, TN                           Bridgestone Arena
Aug 8               Atlanta, GA                              Aarons Amphitheatre at Lakewood
Aug 10             West Palm Beach, FL              Cruzan Amphitheatre
Aug 11             Tampa, FL                                Ford Amphitheatre
Aug 12             Birmingham, AL                       Verizon Wireless Music Center
Aug 14             Austin, TX                                TBA
Aug 15             Houston, TX                            Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Aug 16             Dallas, TX                                Superpages.com Center

Buy: The album is available Amazon and Barnes & Noble

Download: The single “Loving You is Easy” Amazon or “Loving You is Easy” on iTunes.

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Scrubbing Bubbles Power Sprayer Showdown

I hate cleaning the bathroom, like most people, especially the bath tub. So whenever there is a new product that promises to make cleaning my bathroom easier I'll give it a go.  New Scrubbing Bubbles Extend-A-Clean is one such product that actually follows through with cleaning power. 

I the power spray makes it easy to apply to the surfaces and those little scrubbing bubbles loosen dirt so I don't pull a muscle scrubbing away the soap scum.

 

About Scrubbing Bubbles Extend-A-Clean
New Scrubbing Bubbles® Extend-A-Clean™ Power Sprayer, contains a formula that actively cleans to keep bathroom surfaces cleaner, longer – for up to four days. What’s more, Scrubbing Bubbles® Extend-A-Clean™ Power Sprayer’s one-touch continuous sprayer makes cleaning easier by providing better coverage in your bathroom without having to repeatedly pull the trigger.

Play and Win: Visit http://bit.ly/powersprayerbzz for a chance to win a $100 Gift Card by playing the Power Sprayer Showdown (there’s a $5 Power Sprayer coupon there, too!)


I received a product sample, coupon, collateral or other special premium from BzzAgent in exchange for my honest opinion.

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Can't go to Italy? Buy a Beautiful Venetian Mask Instead.

Joe has been to Italy, but I never have. He agreed to take me there one day, but that day won't be for awhile. So in the mean time I'll have to settle for everything else Italian, like a beautiful Venetian Carnival Mask from 1001 Venetian Masks.

Venetian Carnival Masks have been a part of Italian culture for literally hundreds of year.  Venetians adopted the custom of being masked so that citizens could move freely in society during the day. Noblemen and servants alike used Masquerade Masks and Venetian Masks to keep their identities hidden and their dealings – mostly of a financial or romantic nature - unknown. Eventually the mask designs became more elaborate and were use for balls and celebrations like the Venice Carnival. The Venice Carnival is the most internationally known festival celebrated in Venice, Italy, as well as being one of the oldest. The streets of Venice Carnival were full of people in masks, and no differentiation could be made between nobility and the common people. Today people come from all over the world to join in the festivities and wear elaborate costumes and beautiful masks.

Venetian Masks come in a variety of styles like Venetian Stick Masks, Bauta masks, Colombina and Medico Della Peste. 1001 Venetian Masks offer a great selection of masks for any style or occasion and all of their masks are 100% authentic and made by Master Artisans. 

My favorite mask is the Incas Arlecchino Green Tiger Feathers, I love the rich green feathers and the gold and green detailing around the eyes. I don't know when I'll make it to Italy but in the meantime I can decorate my home with these beautiful masks in hopes that one day I will join the masses at Carnival! 

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of 1001 Venetian Masks. All opinions are 100% mine.

 

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RDU Tennis - Clinics, Camps and more!

I have never played tennis. Well, I've played tennis but never have never known what I was doing. Growing up I loved playing any outdoor sport but I guess tennis never made it into my schedule. Now as an adult I would love to learn how to play tennis. RDU Tennis offers great tennis programs for all ages. I think I may need to try out their adult clinic and finally learn how to play tennis.

I particularly love that RDU Tennis offers tennis camps for children. When Jude gets a bit older I will definitely be signing him up for tennis camp. They offer a fun environment for kids to learn how to play tennis and play well with each other. Many of their locations offer tennis and swim camp which gives kids the opportunity to beat the heat after a fun game of tennis in the pool.

Watch this brief video to learn more about the adult and child tennis opportunities with RDU Tennis.

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Pure Silk Moisturizing Shave Cream Review

It's shorts season which means all you ladies want silky smooth legs. I spend a lot of time at the pool, park or beach with Jude so I want my legs to be a sexy as possible. I don't really like shaving my legs so I want to be a quick and easy as possible. Which means using a good razor and most importantly a good shaving cream.

I've tried all kinds of shaving products; gels, cremes, soaps, etc. and they each have their own benefit. Recently I had the opportunity to try Pure Silk Moisturizing Shave Cream in Melon Splash. Honestly, I haven't used a foaming shave cream is a long time and I think I may be switching back. Sometimes a gel can feel kind of greasy but the foam is smooth a soft. 

My legs feel super smooth which my husband loves. My legs really do feel silky smooth, which is nothing less than what I would expect from a product called, Pure Silk. Watch out beach here I come!

About Pure Silk

Pure Silk® Moisturizing Shave Cream in Melon Splash provides a cool burst of freshness with a formula made of your favorite summer treat. This cream leaves your senses invigorated while protecting your skin from nicks and cuts with a comfortable smooth shave. This lively scent combined with the power of aloe to deeply moisturize the skin, you will feel absolutely ready for any summer get-away thanks to Pure Silk®!

Sport your best pair of daisy dukes or the bikini of your dreams and confidently show off those silky smooth legs. With a shave from Pure Silk® Moisturizing Shave Cream in Melon Splash, you’ll be sure to make a splash!

Pure Silk® Moisturizing Shave Cream by Barbasol® is available in seven subtly scented formulas. This line also features a sensitive skin formula and easy-to-handle, seamless cans made of 100% aluminum that are more user-friendly and completely rust-proof.

BUY: Pure Silk® Moisturizing Shave Cream is available in drugstores and mass market stores nationwide.

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Blogger of the Week: Heck of a Bunch

Today's featured blogger is Terra Heck from Heck Of A Bunch

How old is your blog or long have you been blogging?
I have been blogging for almost a year. My blogoversary will take place in the beginning of May.


What made you choose the name of your blog? It is a combination of my last name and the fact that I have a bunch of kids. We are often referred to as "The Brady Bunch".


Why do you blog and what do you love about blogging? Before I started blogging, I would follow others' blogs to learn about new products and to enter giveaways. I started my own blog to connect with those I followed. I wanted to be a part of the blogging community. I love blogging to let other know of deals and products I have found. I also love the reviews and giveaways I partake in. The best part is the online friendships that are formed.


Are you married?† If so, how long? I have been married three times, twice to the same man! (not recommended). I have been married to my current husband for 7 1/2 years.


Do you have children?† If so, how many? I have three children of my own, two boys and a girl, and three step-daughters. The children are 16, 15, 11, 10, 9, and 7 years of age.


What is your favorite movie? War of the Worlds (the newer one)


What is your favorite band or musician? I don't fall into any one particular genre. I wish there was a radio station that played rock, alternative, rap, bluegrass, and mixed in all the others. I want variety!


What is your favorite food? Cooked broccoli, crab rangoon, and corn casserole are just a few of my faves.


What is your favorite candy? Chocolate, chocolate, and more chocolate...of any kind.


What else should readers know about you? I am continually working on my blog to improve, while still keeping it true to who I am. I'd love for you to stop by and check it out.

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