Dec 162013
 

I received a Wahl Massager product for the purpose of this review. This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own.

Hubby has had issues with his knees for years.  He had Osgood-Schlatter (pain, swelling and tenderness just below the knee) when he was a kid, which commonly affects pre-teen or teen boys going through growth spurts.  I don’t think it helped much, either, that he was a seriously rough-and-tumble kid that spent a lot of time racing bikes and seeing how high he could fly off jumps.

But he is not alone in having muscle or joint pain.  In fact according to research conducted by Harris on behalf of Wahl, 85% of Americans are experiencing routine aches and pains.  The number one area complained about is the back, followed by neck and shoulders, and then joints.

Wahl Hot Cold Massager

I know I fall into a couple of those categories, myself.  I remember teasing my friend Em who complained about back pain after the birth of her children, but now after having given birth, myself, I’m not teasing any more.  My back often aches when I get up in the morning and doesn’t feel too hot after spending the day bent over at her level to talk and play, either. Continue reading »

Dec 142013
 

I received Eiffel Tower Jewelry as inspiration for my post. All thoughts and words are my own.

There’s always at least one person on my list each year that is kind of hard to shop for.  Whether they’re the person that has everything, or they say they don’t need anything, or the kids are kind of at an in-between age where they’re too old for toys but too young for just clothes and “adult” stuff.  You still want to get them something memorable and special, but what?

My mother-in-law sometimes falls on that “what do I get her?” list.  Sometimes she’ll mention something new she’d love to have, and that’s helpful.  Other times I sit and think and think and think and still come up dry.  But not this year!

Korbella Eiffel Tower Jewelry Made from Pieces of the Actual Eiffel Tower

My in-laws love to travel and last year they did a tour and cruise in Europe.  One of the places they had the chance to visit was Paris, France.  They even brought up back a beautiful candle that commemorates the building.  So when I found Korbella, a company that makes Eiffel Tower jewelry, I knew it would be the perfect gift for my MIL. Continue reading »

Nov 232013
 

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. All thoughts and words are my own.

For awhile now I’ve used a pedometer to track the steps I take during the day.  It’s definitely a good way to encourage yourself to take the stairs when possible, or to circle the block a second time during your afternoon walk.  They’re a little clunky, though, and depending on where you clip it, I had a tendency to knock it off when I’d walk.

When I saw the new Misfit Shine activity monitor, however, I knew I’d found better than the perfect replacement for my old-school pedometer.  First of all, it’s incredibly sleek and stylish.  It’s made of aircraft-grade aluminum and comes in grey, black, topaz, and champagne.

Misfit Shine Colors & Accessories

Misfit Shine Colors & Accessories

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Nov 012013
 

This post on the Walgreens Saturdate is sponsored by Global Influence.  All words and opinions are my own.

Want some free hair care tips from experts?  I know I do!  So next weekend, on November 9th, I’ll be heading over for a TRESemmé Walgreens Saturdate.  Trained Walgreens Beauty Advisors will be on hand for product trials and sample giveaways to help you get salon-quality products at an affordable price.

TRESemmé Walgreens Saturdate on November 9, 2013

I’ve always had really good luck with TRESemmé products.  I’ve been using their dry shampoo from the Fresh Start line.  It’s a great way to give yourself a little freshen-up if you don’t have time to wash your hair. Continue reading »

Oct 302013
 

This post on shopping for cocktail dresses is sponsored by DressFirst.  All words and opinions are my own.

I can’t believe that our trip to walk the red carpet is only a few days away.  From the moment I was invited I have been checking out websites for cocktail dresses at least once per day.  They’re not exactly something I have a lot of in my closet; when you’ve been working from home for the last 5 years, your wardrobe tends to have more jeans than sparkles.

One of the sites that I ran across is DressFirst.  I was looking for a large selection of black, red (for Thor), and green (for Loki) cocktail dresses, and DressFirst didn’t disappoint in that area.  Here are a few of my favorites.

Black One-Shoulder Cocktail Dresses from DressFirst

Black One-Shoulder Cocktail Dress from DressFirst

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