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Almondina Cookie Giveaway!

We where asked to review Almondina Cookies...I was a skeptic, because I a a lil sntty about what I eat. Ok I am a LOT snotty about what I eat. And most biscotti type cookies...well they are just not appealing at all! Ok that is my not so sublte way to say that they SUCK. They look good though, so it didnt take a lot to convince my 20 year old to try one...ok she rushed to the kitchen, cookies in hand and started eating the GINGERSPICE flavored.....it wasnt long until all the varieties where being sampled. Even Bellamie got in on the action...The baby LOVES the SESAME variety! So since most of our readers know my family are a pack of picky eaters, who never give the baby junk food and who's 20 year old is calorie obsessed...it will surprise you to know that not only did everyone eat the cookies, more impressive is that everyone LOVED the cookies! Win Win!! The only fat in Almondina Cookies is the Almonds...yep...no lard, no butter..no vegi oil so these cookies are very healthy! They ALSO have no cholesterol and no added fat, salt, or preservatives. I have a new love in my life...but I better eat the next box quickly.....I was beaten by the kids to this box!! I got a couple...but Ill be back to order more! Because of their quality, versatility and healthy nature Almondina Cookies wins a spot in out 2013 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE ! Almondina® is the inspiring success story of a man whose great loves include both music and wonderful food. For generations his family loved his grandmother Dina’s most secret cookie, which she called Petit Gateau Sec. Yuval Zaliouk, an internationally known symphony conductor and gourmet chef, always had a special place in his heart (and stomach) for this exquisite, crispy wafer with the delicate flavor of roasted almonds and the natural sweetness of plump raisins.  

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Now I know one of our amazing readers would love a mixed assortment of cookies! And Almondina Cookies agrees! Lucky readers...One of you will win a box of assorted flavors!! Thats right, sent directly from the sponsor...but open in a private room to savor a few on yyour own before the family see's them! Trust me on this...they go quickly...and we had a LOT of packs!! :-)

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Bellamie Enjoying her Favorite Cookie! Sesame Almondina!

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#PacificRim Superfan #Blu-Ray #Giveaway! Releases Oct 15, Enter to win your copy!

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About Pacific Rim

Go BIG or go EXTINCT!

Directed by Guillermo del Toro, Pacific Rim is an epic science fiction film set in the 2020s. Earth is at war with Kaijus; colossal monsters from an inter-dimensional gateway on the Pacific Ocean floor. Humanity unites to fight these huge monsters by creating the Jaegers: gigantic humanoid robots that are controlled by two pilots whose minds and memories are linked. The story takes place in the later days of the war, following Raleigh Becket, a former Jaeger pilot called out of retirement and paired up with newbie pilot Mako Mori in a final effort to defeat the Kaijus!

Pacific Rim is released on Blu-ray & DVD Oct.15!

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Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review, Easy Crab Cake Recipe with Steamed Veggies.

My Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review through Smiley360., and Super easy Crab Cakes with Steamed Veggies Recipe.

When I'm in the mood to cook, and have ingredients that I love to eat.. I totally cook with love.  I received a $10.00 Walmart Giftcard, and Bottle of Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil to try, and review through Smiley360 Blogger Circle.  I had to make up a recipe, and incorporate the Oil into it, while also using my $10.00 Giftcard for ingredients.

I already had the seasoning, eggs, and red onions.  So I splurged and bought the Broccoli heads $2/2, and the Baby Bella Mushrooms $1.50.  The rest of the money I used to buy Blue Crab meat in the Refrigerated section near the Fresh Seafood, and Cut Meat.

Ingredients:

•  (2 heads) Broccolli
• 1 package of Baby Bella Mushrooms
• (2 medium sized) Red Onions
• Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• (2) Large Eggs
• Italian Bread Crumbs
• Old Bay
• Pepper
• True Lemon Powder
• Garlic Powder
• Soy Sauce
• 2 Non-Stick Frying Pans

1. First Wash, and prepare your Veggies.  Doesn't really matter, just cut them to your liking. Set aside til you are ready to steam. 
2. You'll need to add 2 tsp of Italian Bread Crumbs ( I don't add a lot of breading.) 1/2 tsp of Old Bay, 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder, 1/2 tsp Pepper, 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder to the bowl you'll be adding the Crab Meat to.
3. Open the Crab, and break the already picked pieces into the bowl with the dried herbs.  
4. Crack the 2 eggs into the bowl with the Crabs, and dried herbs.  
5. Work the Crab into patties.  (I make the patties, and sit mine onto parchment paper while the frying pan gets ready.) The best way I can explain on how to make the perfect crab cake is, you know how when you roll clay into a ball into your hands? Work the Crab meat like that. Once its a ball, press it between your hands just enough to give it a flat patty shape.  If it's too wet, add more bread crumbs, if it's too dry, add more egg.
6. Coat your pan with Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It's pretty thick (Which is GREAT.) so I take a paper towel and coat the pan all the way around before it becomes too hot. Don't be scared to use a lot of Olive Oil.  It doesn't over power the food, and fries up nicely.  So coat it like you want something fried.
7. Take your freshly made patties, and ONLY put them in the pan when the pan is Hot, if you put them in the pan while the oil is still cold.. what's the point in frying? It turns food soggy.  So let the pan heat up some. 
8. Let the Patties fry for a few minutes(goto step 9. but come back here in a few minutes.) in a 2nd pan while this fries.) before checking with a spatula to see if anything is sticking, just slide the spatula under the patty, move the patty some ( My pans awesome, I usually just have to shake the pan.) While still on high, flip the patties over to the other side, and let that side fry on high for a few minutes too.  You can drop the heat down to Medium after that.
9. While the patties are frying, start your veggies.  Coat the pan with Olive Oil, Pour the Fresh Veggies in, I also like to add just a little bit of water so the veggies steam some while in the pan.  Add 2 tsp of the True Lemon Powder, 1/2 Pepper, and As much Soy Sauce as your little heart desires.  I don't cook with salt because for one, The Old Bay has sodium in it that I used for the Patties, and the Soy Sauce I use is Low Sodium.  

I was very pleased with how the Oil fried, and the food tasted.  

Interested in trying Pompeian Olive Oil too? Check them out on the Smiley360 page, and print a $1.00 off coupon! Good food + Saving money = My Weakness.

I received product to facilitate a review for being a Smiley360 Blogger.

The Tattoo Pill Review.

I have been taking The Tattoo Pill for over 3 weeks now.  It's full of various Vitamins that body needs anyways, that I should be taking since I am in the dreaded 30's to begin with.  It's just even nicer that by taking these, you are helping to UP your natural immune system.  I had no side effects, and felt pretty good waking up in the AM.  The pills are Gluten Free, and 100% Vegetable.

 The Pin-Up chick on the bottle made me smile.  Least that makes it different than all other Vitamin Bottles.  Want to know more? Ask them!

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Overall opinion on the Tattoo Pill - Super cute bottle.  Love the Pin-up Old School aspect, and the Vitamins inside.  I also think since it's vitamins, and you're into piercings as well.  This can help your bodies immune system in the healing process too.  I am not a doctor, and all opinions are my own.  You can always ask your doctor if taking these pills would be a good idea, especially if you are on any other kind of vitamins.

Product Description

The Tattoo Pill is packed with 30 vitamins and minerals that your body needs to help operate at ideal levels. The Tattoo Pill has 15 ingredients that are 100% OR MORE of the recommended daily intake percentage endorsed by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration).

Some people think getting a tattoo is simple and easy, just go to the shop and have some ink put under your skin. However, there is more to it if you want a healthy tattoo that heals nicely and looks great. When you are getting a tattoo you are having very tiny needles poke holes in your skin, over and over and over again. What ends up happening is that you are left with an open wound and your body is working overtime to help fight off infection and heal your skin. The best way to prevent infection and help your body heal as fast as possible is to make sure your body has the vitamins and nutrients it needs to facilitate the healing process.


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$50.00 Gift Card, and Del Monte Prize Pack Giveaway!

Enter to win a $50.00 Walmart Giftcard, and Del Monte prize pack. Comment which del monte fruit snack flavor youd like to try, and enter on rafflecopter.

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Why are you SMILING IT FORWARD™?

I'm SMILING IT FORWARD™ because of how easy the new Childrens Tylenol has made it to measure out the right dosage, and help make it possible for my toddlers symptoms to be more tolerable.  Anything that makes my baby boy feel better while hes sick I am all for.

I received the Tylenol SMILING IT FORWARD™ kit to review.  The kit came with a 2gig flash drive, picture frame, iphone hard plastic case, and the new grape Infants' Tylenol medicine. 

First thing I noticed when I opened the white box by untying the red ribbon was the idea of using the box as a picture storage box.  It's a well made box.

I then opened the Infants' Tylenol to see what this new lid piece and syringe was about.  To measure the dose for Sy would be based upon weight, and he is 35 lbs, so he could get 5 mL.  All I had to do was stick the syringe tip in the little hole ontop the Tylenol bottle, hold the bottle upside down, and syringe the amount needed in.  It did not leak, I even squirted the medicine back in the hole with no problems.  I tasted a little to check what Sy will be in for when he does need it, and the grape really isn't bad, it was sweet while not medicated flavored. I feel better knowing it does not taste disgusting. I just want him to be comfortable, as comfortable as he can be while not feeling himself.

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Sy is my reason for Smiling!

I have received information and products from McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc., the makers of TYLENOL®. The opinions stated are my own. This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks.