The standard cubes of ice can just be so boring, can't they? I love to see different ices in my drinks. It does not change the taste or anything, but it changes the aesthetics. I recently received a Bar Brat Ice Ball Maker and Sphere Ice Mold to change the aesthetics of the drinks served up in our household. My husband was very excited. He said spheres have a larger surface area, so it should cool drinks quicker. I don't know if that is factual or not.
What I do know is that the spheres are perfect when taken out of the mold. The mold is flexible, which makes removing the spheres very easy. The only bad thing about this mold is that there are only four spaces, which means only four spheres and the spheres are relatively the same size as a standard cube from an ice tray. They are not very big. So, if you are having a party and want to have ice spheres to serve, better start stockpiling now. Because it might take a while to acquire enough ice spheres. The first time we tried it, my husband put in too much water, so the spheres had weird little nubs on top of them. So, the best tip I can give you to avoid those nubs is do not fill the mold the entire way. After all, water does expand when it freezes. Recommended. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Bicycle riding is something my daughter takes very seriously. Therefore, we take it seriously. So, whenever she has a low tire, we make sure to take care of it right away. Sometimes though, it is not always possible. Because occasionally, we do not take the bike pump with us.
But, a mini bike pump? That makes it so much easier. We can easily load that up into the van when we go on trips, along with the bikes. We can tuck that right into our pockets when we go to the park. Low tires have got nothing on us now! This pump not only does a wonderful job with inflating bicycle tires, but also various balls that have lost air. My husband has managed to inflate some footballs and kickballs, some beach balls and weird little balls. This is an awesome little tool to have in your house. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
I am a green tea fan, although I prefer to drink it hot. Taking it in capsule form has never really done it for me, but I understand the benefits of ingesting green tea every day. Not only does it help you with weight loss, but it improves your health overall.
Green tea is loaded with antioxidants, which lowers your chance of cancer. It also improves your brain function. Now, it does come loaded with caffeine, which will keep you awake, but it also increases dopamine and alpha waves in your brain. So, green tea is really something that you should implement into your everyday diet. That being said, this green tea supplement is one that is up in the air for me. I have not noticed that I feel any differently, unfortunately. But, I would be willing to continue to take it simply because it is green tea. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
As I have stated before, I am new to the essential oil movement. I am always eager to try new ones that come my way. A weight loss oil is one type that I had never encountered before, but I was willing to give it a try. I mean, an oil that is supposed to help you lose weight? Sign me up! Since I got this oil, I have applied it every day to my
stomach, the extra flesh under my arms and my thighs. However, I have not seen a significant decrease in the inches I am carrying around. But, that does not deter me from applying it daily. Why, you ask? I honestly enjoy the way the oil smells. It is not overwhelming or pungent. It is subtle and pleasant. I also love the way the oil makes my skin feel. My skin is softer and smoother. The oil, which is a massage oil, does not take a long time to absorb into your skin. So, you're not standing around for a long time just rubbing this in. If for nothing else, give this oil a try for that reason. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Knee problems are an unfortunate reality in my household. My husband has long struggled with his knees, as many people in his family also struggled. More than one member of his family has had at least one knee replaced. So, he's dealing with unfortunate genetics.
He also has had a weight struggle for most of his life. He has managed to lose a lot of it, but it took a toll on his knees. And when he goes to the gym, the knee pain he experiences can be a hinder. He's tried a number of different knee braces over the years. This is the latest one that he decided to try out (his is blue, not pink). After its arrival, he wore it the next day for work. As he spends a lot of time squatting under airplanes, it really came in handy. After the first day, he said he felt no knee pain. In fact, he went to the gym immediately after work and was able to get a work out in. He did that with no pain. My husband is more than satisfied with this product. Recommended. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
I enjoy taking garcinia cambogia (GC). It usually gives me a better feeling overall. My appetite is usually lessened and my energy level is increased. That is the best of two worlds for me. I am not thinking a whole bunch about food while I'm getting stuff done!
That being said, I am not sure that this particular garcinia cambogia supplement is working for me. I have taken a number of GC supplements over the years, so I can tell what is working and what is not. Since I began taking this particular brand, I have not noticed anything significant. The way I feel now is the exact way I was feeling beforehand. Looking at the ingredients on the back, I get the impression that some things are missing. And that is perhaps why it is not effecting me. But, that does not mean it will not work for you because as I said - I've been taking GC for a while. It's up to you. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
As preppers, we firmly believe in having a decent supply of medical equipment. And the stash must have items that stretch beyond the standard household fare. I recently received two packages of 6-inch Trauma Wound Dressing and was pleased to see it had "Israeli battle dressing" written on it. Of course, we're not in battle or going to battle anytime soon, but it's nice to know that I have a bandage that will cover such an experience.
The package it arrived in is firmly sealed, giving me confidence in knowing that it has not been contaminated by bacteria. But, it is also very easy to open. Inside, you will see your dressing, which you place directly onto the wound. You then tighten it with the elastic bandage and pressure applicator and secure the whole thing in place with a closure clip. It is not overly complicated and pretty much standard first aid. I like that these dressings are for larger wounds. No matter how many Band-Aids you might have, there are none that will cover large wounds. And that was something that I thought of frequently whenever I surveyed our first aid supply. I needed more materials for larger wounds. My need has been fulfilled! I like these dressings and if you are expanding your first aid kit, or stocking up on medical supplies, I recommend this. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
As preppers, we firmly believe in having a decent supply of medical equipment. And the stash must have items that stretch beyond Band-Aids and Neosporin. I recently received two packages of 4-inch Trauma Wound Dressing and was pleased to see it had "Israeli battle dressing" written on it. Of course, we're not in battle or going to battle anytime soon, but it's nice to know that I have a bandage that will cover such an experience.
The package it arrived in is firmly sealed, giving me confidence in knowing that it has not been contaminated by bacteria. But, it is also very easy to open. Inside, you will see your dressing, which you place directly onto the wound. You then tighten it with the elastic bandage and pressure applicator and secure the whole thing in place with a closure clip. It is not overly complicated and pretty much standard first aid. I like these dressings and if you are expanding your first aid kit, or stocking up on medical supplies, I recommend this. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Recently, one of my best friends had her first baby - a beautiful boy named Charlie. I was so happy and excited for her! So much so that I threw her a baby shower. I had never thrown a baby shower in my life. But, I was willing to take on the role and try to ensure that it was the best I could make it for my friend and her bundle of joy. Now, she wanted it after her son arrived, so that made it easier for me, as people were anxious to hold Charlie and pass him around. It ate up a lot of attention and time. But, I still had to think of activities (which we were able to do one - gift bingo), food and decorations. Luckily, my friend found the location for it, so I did not have to worry about that. It was a challenge to find the decorations I needed for the shower. She said she inadvertently ended up with a jungle theme in Charlie's room, so I figured I would stick with that. She also requested eclairs instead of cake. That was a challenge - and one that I did not fulfill. I could not find any local bakers who did eclairs. I tried to make them myself. The pastry turned out perfectly. The crème? Not so much. So, my friend changed her mind and said cake would work. That was a lot easier to take care of. One call to a local grocery store bakery and it was taken care of. And I must say, if you need a cake in the Mobridge, SD area, I recommend Payless Foods. They did a marvelous job. Some mutual friends showed up at the location early and we got everything decorated. We placed the party favors (homemade bath salts which was a first for me and surprisingly easy) on the tables and awaited for people to make their appearances. After it was all over, my friend said it was a nice shower and thanked me for it. That was more than enough for me. I stressed over it the last two weeks before it was scheduled. I'm pretty sure more white hairs sprouted on my head. The other experience that was new that weekend? That day? My friend asked my husband and I to be godparents! I had never participated in a baptism before. And I was thrilled and honored to do so. Sometimes, new experiences in your life are brought on by other people. And they can be just as wonderful as experiences you set out to make yourself.
My husband and I have been trying for a while now to get a full bar set up in our home. We have the shot glasses, wine glasses, tumblers, champagne flutes, goblets, stirrers, decanters. For the longest time, though, we did not have a cocktail shaker and it can be hard to make James Bond's favorite drink without a cocktail shaker.
I do like the way this shaker is set up. It has a smooth fit and it is easy to use. The only thing that gets under my skin, though - the metal on metal sound. It has always set my teeth on edge - ever since I was a child. My husband has no problem with it, so whenever we have the need to use the shaker, he takes over. Even with that being said, the results that are poured into the glass are great. The cocktails are always beautiful and smooth. The shaker is easy to put together and take apart. There is no sticking going on. It is also a breeze to clean. Why? Because it is dishwasher friendly, which I LOVE! Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
You can never go wrong with a good multivitamin. I always consider a multivitamin to be one of the most important supplements you can take every morning. I tried products from Skinny Jane before and I loved them, so when I found they had a multivitamin, I could not wait to give it a try. This supplement promotes energy and vitality
and is very rich in antioxidants and vitamins A, C and E. How can you go wrong? I have noticed an increase in energy since I began taking these every morning. And the directions are incredibly simple - two daily. Now, it is important to pair these with a healthy diet. You will still get benefits without a healthy diet, but it will not be as profound. This is also loaded with a variety of fruits and vegetables. Some of those fruits and veggies include black cherry, cranberry, artichoke, spinach, green tea and so much more. In fact, there are 42 different ones packed into these capsules. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
If you have small children, you understand the value of a coloring book or activity book. Sometimes, though, the same old humdrum books will not make the cut. They will not keep your child or children entertained. Then, they sit on a shelf and collect dust. I recently received this activity book along with some Dauber Dawgs Dot Markers. It was a perfect combination.
My son, who is a rambunctious 2-year-old, had a fun time with the markers and the activity book. Granted, since he is two, he was not able to place the dots in the corresponding locations, but he thoroughly enjoyed the cuteness of the animals. He loved Frida the Frog and Patrick the Penguin. My oldest daughter (who is nine) used the dot markers on Alvin the Alligator and it was very Christmasy! Red and green dots all over! So cute, but the activity book was too juvenile for her. She did one and then was done. So, it's great for the littler kids. For the older kids, not so much. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Here is another novelty mug that would make a fun gift for someone in your life, or for yourself. This is perfect for someone who enjoys his or her wine. I know of a few wine connoisseurs that would love to obtain this mug. The next one that has a birthday coming up will be receiving it. Personally, I think it is a very cute mug, but since I am not a wine fan I think it should go to someone who will truly appreciate it. Someone who's love of wine is well known among their friends and family. I can see smirks on his or her face as they enjoy their morning cup of joe at home, or their afternoon cup of coffee at work. The lettering on the mug is not faded or chipped. The mug itself is very smooth. There are no rough patches, chips or cracks. It is made of a sturdy material. I certainly do not get the impression that it will break easily. I recommend this mug. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Novelty mugs are a favorite of mine, as I know they are a favorite of many other people. Not only do I like to have them myself, but I enjoy giving them to other people. This mug in particular I will be giving to someone in my family. It completely fits her personality and I think she will get a kick out of it.
The mug is very well made, no fading of the letters. There are no chips or rough spots. It is smooth, the paint is not damaged or faded. Now, I cannot say how well it would stand up against possibly breakage. I didn't want to take a chance in breaking it, especially since I am going to gift it to someone. This is an awesome mug to give to someone for a birthday, graduation, Mother's Day or just because. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
My husband and I are closet preppers. If I can find a good deal on something that will come in handy when the SHTF (shit hits the fan), you know I am going to take it. We have been able to get a decent supply of food and medical supplies. But, I know other equipment would come in handy. Hence, the Super Easy Siphon Hose.
Hubby was super excited when this arrived. He streamed an endless list of uses for it. He tried it out and was able to transfer some water from one container to another. However, it is very important that container you siphoning from is higher than the container you are siphoning into. This hose works with gravity. It will not work any other way. It is also important to give hose a shake when you begin siphoning. It will make the process faster and smoother. The hose is constructed beautifully. It is very thick, so you know it is not going to crack, making it unusable. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
As most of you know, I am always on the lookout for weight loss products. I've been plump since puberty and I've never really gotten rid of it. If something might help me with that, I will try it out.
So, I decided to give Revitalize Weight Loss Drops a go. And honestly, I have to say that it did not make much of a difference. I have seen no decrease in my weight or my waist line. So, it has been a disappointment. Now, the directions are simple enough - 10 drops placed under your tongue three times per day. It was easy to do that every day. The taste, however, is not very pleasant. I made sure to wash it down with a beverage to kill the flavor. It was almost like swallowing a liquid medication from the early 1980s. You know - the medication that tasted like a hospital. As unfortunate as it is, this is not a great product. I would not recommend it. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
As you get older, your body produces less collagen. That can have negative effects on your skin, on your joints and bone density and can cause inflammation. All in all, it's not a good time. I have been searching for a collagen supplement that will help me retain a somewhat youthful appearance and hopefully help my achy knees.
I decided to give Hydrolagen a try. I had never done it before. What could go wrong? Well, something did go wrong right away. I mixed it with my morning coffee. It said it had a vanilla flavor and you could mix it in with water, milk or your favorite beverage. I thought that it would be perfect to spruce up my boring morning black coffee. I was wrong. The taste was extremely unpleasant - enough that it upset my stomach for the rest of the morning. I was ready to not try it ever again. But, my husband suggested that the upset tummy was caused by the caffeine. So, I wanted to give it another try. I made a smoothie of milk, ice, blueberries and the supplement. This was much better and did not give me an sour stomach. Since I have begun drinking it in smoothies, I have noticed the bags under my eyes have diminished by roughly 25 percent. That is an AWESOME result!! I would recommend this. Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
As a Type 1 diabetic, my thyroid needs extra support and attention from time to time. About a year ago, I found out my thyroid was not working properly, so I was placed on a prescribed thyroid medication. After the year was over, my thyroid was functioning normally again, but I wanted to
ensure that I did not lose the progress I had made. I wanted to try Joy Spring's Thyroid Support to see if this supplement could give me what I require. And so far, it seems to be holding up. Now, your thyroid affects much more than your weight. It can make you gain. It can make you lose. That is because your thyroid controls your metabolism. However, your thyroid can also affect your mood and energy levels. And since I have started taking this supplement, my energy level has been elevated. When you chase a 2-year-old around all day, you need all of the energy that you can get. You can check out this supplement on the Amazon link above or directly at their website here. Not only that, you can also get a 50 percent discount. What is not to love about that? Full disclosure: I was sent this product free of charge, and received compensation, in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
