Tuesday, July 14

Charites® 24k Golden Rose Flowers #Review #LoveIsForever #BetterThanARose #Spon


This is a sponsored post, all opinions and photos are my own. Charities 24k Gold Rose is a beautiful alternative to giving someone a single rose.  I personally do not like receiving cut flowers.  I do how ever like this faux 9 inch rose.   The hallowed Gold Rose has a lot of details that resemble a real rose, from the petals to the stem, and leaves.  I am blown away at how beautiful it is.  


The packaging of the rose was adorable in it's own way.  The tabs flip open, and then you see the Rose, with it's stem secretly in a soft foam stand. 


The box also comes in a gift bag as well.  So not only do yo get the rose, you also get the packaging/gift wrap without having to shop anywhere else.


I think everything about Charites 24k Golden Rose is beautiful.  It's also on Amazon for $24.42, with Free Prime Shipping.  Normally $59.99.  

Herokins - The Adventures of Learning Superhero Watch & App Review #InteractiveReadingApp #LearningApps #ComicBooks #Superheros #Spon



This is a sponsored post, all opinions are my own.  Herokins; The Adventures of Learning is a fun interactive way to combine a wearable super hero (McRed) while syncing to the Herokins App from your own device. He's bluetooth activated! And the adventure begins! Herokins IndieGoGo campaign is online. Pre-order your own Herokins today! http://ow.ly/PzjbD


I enjoyed Herokins just as much as my son.  My son has autism, and I am always trying to find interactive ways to keep his interest, and help with his social, and cognitive sensory issues. The Story Quests are interactive and go along with everyday tasks by just making those task have more adventure, and imagination.  Instead of the next story line popping up, you have to tap it, or do a fun, social interactive task together. One was to have both of us place our fingers to Open up a special task for McRed while he was fighting off General Grey.  Another interactive task was to Clap, tho my favorite one, was when I had to ask Sy to go stand behind an imaginary tree!  Also while all of this is going on, McRed (the Watch.) has a built in speaker.  I just liked how this can go along with his already schedule for ESY, and regular school year with the everyday tasks.  We can't wait til more Story Quests are added.  I noticed a speaker/music player on the dresser. Fingers crossed we get to see the Herokins/or some type of musical interactive story line.  This app & wearable super hero has a lot of playful,fun and learning potential.  



My overall impression of Herokins, The Interactive Watch, and the StoryQuests is a positive one. The app loads fast,   it's easy to sync by pushing McReds belt.  Also if you don't want to wear him as a watch, he easily can be slid off the watch.  To charge both,  I just used the Kindle Fires usb Charger attachment.  The graphics are amazing, and fun.  I even giggled at the octopus on General Greys head after McRed helped save the day!  



There is McRed, and Dr. Rose, depending on if your child prefers Red, or Pink.  I personally want a General Grey!  



If you wan't to find out more about Herokins, check them out by going to, http://www.herokins.com/, on facebook, http://facebook.com/herokins, twitter, http://twitter.com/WorldOfHerokins

Monday, June 29

Sriracha Almond Stuffed Peppers #Recipe @BlueDiamond #Ad

This post is sponsored by Blue Diamond Almonds. All opinions are my own.


Blue Diamond Almonds has a new Bold Sriracha Flavor! 

I like my food on the spicy side.  I am always adding Sriracha to  rice, meats, soups, seriously, almost everything.  I can't lie, I was excited to try the new Sriracha Almonds. 

The Blue Diamond Almonds, Bold Sriracha were full of flavors, savory, and spicy.  I decided to use them a few ways while making Sriracha Almond Stuffed Peppers.  


Ingredients,
Blue Diamond Almonds BOLD SRIRACHA
Hot Sausage 12 oz
3 Medium Green Peppers
Red Onion
Roasted Tomatoes
Jalapeno/Habanero Shredded  Monterey Jack Cheese
Long Rice
Salt
Pepper
Dried Garlic 
Dried Chile Peppers

First I had fun using my nutribullet to shred the Sriracha Almonds into a course powder.  It doesn't have to be perfect, I wanted some of the bigger pieces for on top the Cheese, and I wanted the smaller pieces for when I fried the Sausage/Peppers/Onions together.  



Prepped the Green peppers, cut off the tops, deseeded, and boiled my Green Peppers in water for a few minutes, just enough to cook through a little,  Drained the water, and put the peppers in a baking dish.



(put on my Long Grain rice in my rice maker,  its 3 cups of Long grain, and 6 cups of water, added dried chile peppers, dried garlic, salt, and pepper. Make the rice however you want,)  



Fried the Sausage (Drained twice. I use HOT Breakfast Sausage, and dont like a lot of grease.) I then refried the Sausage with the cut up green pepper from the top, cubed red onions, and then some of the course Blue Diamond Sriracha Almonds.  Let me tell you, it smelled amazing together.

Preheat Oven to 450

The Rice should be done now,  I then add the rice to the Almond/Sausage/Pepper/Onion Mix in the pan.  Also add a cup of Fire Roasted Tomatoes.  

Now,  you stuff the Peppers with the Rice Mix.  I also like to add some cheese in the bottom of the Green Pepper before adding the Rice Mix.  When the Pepper is packed, I put it in the Oven to bake for 10 minutes.  Then I add the Cheese on top while baking, and turn the Oven off.  It melts super fast.  



After taking the Peppers out the oven, I sprinkled some of the Blue Diamond Sriracha Almonds on top, and placed a whole almond on the cheese as a treat too.   I think there are so many ways to incorporate Blue Diamond Almonds into a meal.  

Don't forget to check Blue Diamond out on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.  Also visit them on their website, http://www.bluediamond.com/





Sunday, June 21

Get Out And Play! #SummertimePlay @Voice_of_Play #sp



Today is officially the first day of Summer!  Get out there and have some Summertime Play! This post is sponsored by the Voice of Play. 




There are many benefits to Free time play, and expression while running around having fun on the playgrounds.  From Exploration, Cognitive Skills, even to Social Interaction with other children. Or just alone time while using imagination.  It's all important.

IPEMA likes to think of playgrounds as "nature’s many colorful, open, hands-on classrooms that provide tremendous learning opportunities to kids of all ages."  I agree 100%.







Do you have a favorite Park? Whats the reason this makes it your favorite place to take the kids?




Our favorite park has a huge Ship, which makes sense since we are close to Jamestown.  It also has a fenced in younger kids section that is perfect for Sy.



His sensory needs are met by the mini rock climbers, the embedded faux wall with old time tools, and camp ground. A lot of built in's under to pirate ship to spin, and on top.  Even a Crows Nest.  For the older kids, there is a Mini Zipline, and Higher Climbing wall with a Slide at the top.  It's an amazing park, and experience.  Great for Summer Time Play!



I challenge you to go out to a park, and play! :)  






Tuesday, June 16

BK Creamery Blueberries & Cream Waffles #Recipe #GlutenFree #sp



Recently I went to Giants for a BK Creamery In-Store Event.  I'm one of those people that also love to save money using coupons.  So I was excited to be able to use a ,60 cents off coupon towards Bk Creamery

There are a couple more events this weekend at a few Giants, and Super Shop & Stop, Check here and see if any are in your area for BK Creamery In-Store Event Testing.  I tried Strawberries, and Cream at mine.  I enjoyed just the fruit, and cream so I decided I wanted to do a simple recipe with just a fruit, and cream.  


Breakfast is my favorite part of the day.  I decided to make Blueberries over top of a Gluten Free Waffle.  Easy, delicious, and not costly.  Heres how I like to make BlueBerries & Cream Waffles.

Ingredients
Bring the blueberries to a simmer, and cook until berries break down, about 4 minutes. Let cool a little.

Whisk in a bowl some Blueberry Syrup with BK Creamerys Extra Thick Double Cream.

Toast your Gluten Free Waffle (Or make from Scratch, I just use my favorite brands premade Gluten Free Blueberry Waffles.)

My blueberries were sweet, but if yours are too bitter, try a touch of lemon to get rid of the bitterness.


I am a fan of this cream, and how well it mixes with just a whisk.  It wasn't tangy, and I was dipping blueberries in the cream to eat as a treat.


You can find even more ideas and recipes by visiting the Brooklyn Creamery website, http://bkcreamery.com/, or print a BK Creamy Coupon by Clicking [Here.] Don't forget to check them out on twitter, facebook, pinterest, and instagram.

Disclaimer: I received compensation to facilitate a review.  All Images, Opinions, are my own.

Friday, June 12

Enter to #WIN A Magic Bullet #Giveaway #Smoothies #CleanLiving #Sp



GIVEAWAY!

We have ONE (1) Magic Bullet up or grabs, and all you have to do is enter via the Rafflecopter, below! 

You must be 18 or older, or have parental permission to do so, and you must reside in the U.S.A. All entries are verified so please use a valid email address and enter as many of the entry points as you like, nothing is mandatory! 

This giveaway ends at midnight on June 30th and a winner will be chosen within 24 hours. The winner shall be informed and shall have 48 hours to claim their prize! If no winner claims their prize, then a new winner will be selected until we have confirmation and a prize claimed!

It is that simple! Have fun and GOOD LUCK! 

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Read the Rest of the Magic Bullet Review over at Moms Gone Bronson! Life According to Greenvics is not responsible for Prize fulfillment.  

Tuesday, June 9

Huggies Diapers at Walmart, #UltraHug Selfie #Contest #Win A $2000 Dollar Grant #sp


We are a huge fan of Walmarts Huggies Snug & Dry Ultra Diapers.  These Huggies Snug & Dry Ultra Diapers offer long-lasting leakage protection you can count on, so you can focus on all of your baby’s daily adventures. The range of sizes fit babies from newborn to 35 lbs. Only Huggies Snug & Dry Ultra Diapers have a new, unique quilted liner to lock away wetness better.. They have a conforming, gap-free fit to keep your active baby dry throughout the day The trusted Leak Lock® System has quick-absorbing layers for up to 12 hours of protection.

I swear, there always seems to be a coupon available for them too! Walmart takes coupons!!  Here, are some Huggies Printable coupons to use on the Snug & Dry Diapers at Walmart. Some are even up to $4.50 off 1 Package of Huggies.


I nominate Bright Beginnings for the Time, Effort, and Love put into Working with Special Need Children while bringing them together not just in the program but for families to meet together and know one another too. 


How to Enter the #UltraHug Selfie Contest

• First, take a selfie of you and your baby and upload that selfie to Twitter or Instagram. Make sure to use the hashtag #UltraHug
• In your same post, make sure to include a text nomination (approximately 100 – 120 characters) including a name and/or identifying description of a community project in the US, which you would like to nominate. Make sure the community project is something near and dear to your heart.

Is there a community project that you would like to nominate and win a $2,000 Grant from Huggies for your Community? It's simple! Snap a Selfie with your Baby, Tag #UltraHug and Tell who you want to nominate!







@BestBuy in the #Classrooms for K-12 @BestBuyEdu #BestBuyEducationEntry #ISTEConference

Best Buy Education; Your Education Technology Partner.

Did you know that Best Buy provides technology solutions to K-12 schools across the country? Whether schools are rolling out new devices in the classroom, launching a BYOD initiative, or upgrading the technology throughout their district, Best Buy Education can provide the advice, devices, service and support schools need to succeed.

KNOWLEDGEABLE ADVICE

A dedicated Education Account Manager will consult with you, provide knowledgeable, unbiased advice and guide you to the right solutions for your school.

THE LATEST DEVICES

Partner with Best Buy Education to outfit your classrooms and offices with the latest education technology from top manufacturers you trust.

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Our team of professionals will assess your technology needs and provide all the services you require for end-to-end education solutions.

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From pre-sales engineering to post-sales support and training, we’ll help you manage your technology and protect your investment.



If you are attending ISTE Conference and Expo on June 28 – July 1, Best Buy Education will be in booth #2262. Make sure you come by and check out the daily demonstrations being held throughout the conference.





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.

Sunday, May 31

Hint of Honey Vanilla Fruit Freezy Pops Recipe! @AlmondBreezeUS #Ad

This post is sponsored by Almond Breeze Almondmilk. All opinions are my own.



Almond Breeze Almondmilk Hint of Honey Vanilla is something I personally believe every pantry should have in it.  Not only is it shelf stable, it's also delicious in a lot of different recipes.  I wanted to do a fun, and easy recipe that my 4 year old could participate in too.  So we are making Honey Vanilla Fruit Freezy Pops.  They are extremely easy to make, and delicious!




Recipe for Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Hint of Honey Vanilla Fruit Freezy Pops

Ingredients:
1 cup Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Hint of Honey Vanilla Almondmilk.
3 cups frozen fruit (I like using Mixed Fruit with Mangos/Pineapple/and a few Strawberries
1/2 cup of Shredded Coconut
3 packets of Monk Fruit Sugar (we like extra sweetness.)

Directions: Blend 2 Cups of Fruit, 3 packets of Sugar and A Cup Almond Breeze together (I use a Nutribullet.)
Cut into smaller chunks the remaining cup of Fruit, Add that, and the 1/2 cup of Shredded Coconut to the Blended Mix. Stir with a spoon, and pour into the Freezer Pop Mold.

Makes 6 Freezer Pops.



Remember to just have fun with it, and enjoy. The Freezy Pops can always be changed to personal preferences. If you like Blueberries, do blueberries and Hint of Honey Vanilla Almond milk too.


There really is no wrong way! Hope your enjoyed! I know my little man had a blast.

Saturday, May 30

Why SUHD TV? Plus Best Buy #TwitterParty @SamsungTVUSA @BestBuy #SUHDatBestBuy #Ad

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.



See the difference of 4K in the Samsung Shop area of Best Buy stores. Save up to $1500 on Samsung SUHDTVs at Best Buy stores May 31st – June 13th.

Twitter parties are so much fun!  @BestBuy is having a Twitter Party with Brand Ambassador @dodomesticdad on Thursday June 9th at 7:00pm CST. Feel free to join the twitter party for a chance to receive Best Buy gift cards! It's easy to join in, Few steps to make it easy:


  1. Just RSVP here, http://bit.ly/1ecE5Ru
  2. Follow @BestBuy
  3. Follow @dodomesticdad
  4. Use  #SUHDatBestBuy on June 9th at 7PM CST and Answer the Questions from the Hosts!
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  • Enjoy a brighter, more true-to-life picture with a wider range of colors
  • Peak Illuminator Pro for enhanced picture detail and color
  • Improved black levels and contrast for a greater sense of depth
  • 4 times the resolution of full HD
  • Smart View 2.0 – Watch your TV on your mobile device
  • Enjoy faster speed for your media with the Octa-Core Processor
  • See an exclusive sneak peek of Jurassic World in Samsung Entertainment Experience Shops inside Best Buy. Limited time only from 5/31-6/13. For more information, visit BestBuy.com/JurassicWorld 

Monday, May 25

#CreamJustGotReal with @BKCreamery All Natural Extra Thick Cream #InStoreEvent #Ad



I am completely in the zone while in the kitchen. I'm not afraid to try new things, or a twist to some of my already favorite things. Ready to try something new? I know I am!


Like Thick Cream (Here is a .60 cents off Coupon for BK Creamery.) The Brooklyn Creamery has an all New, all Natural Fresh Dairy Cream similar to British Style ‘’Double Cream." The Thickness is similar to sour cream or crème fraîche but without the sour or tangy taste. It is not Ultra Pasteurized like the majority of most heavy creams. I will be attending an In-Store event at the end of the month, scroll down to find details/locations near you.

Photo Courtesy from BKCreamery.com, Check out more Delicious Recipes there.

All Ingredients are Natural: Cream, Carrageenan, Nisin. I can actually pronounce all the ingredients in the Cream. There are no Preservatives! BK Creamery is Gluten Free, Kosher, using rBST Free Milk with No Artificial Ingredients, No Added Salts/Sugars & No Carbs.


The Extra Thick Double Cream is ideal for Cooking, Spooning, and Light whipping.

  • Double Cream can be whipped to make homemade whip cream. Add any type of flavor/sweetener by mixing with cream for just a few minutes. Ex: Crushed Oreos, brown sugar cinnamon, honey, vanilla extract
  • Double Cream can be used to make a homemade spread. Whip double cream into a thick consistency (similar to butter). 
  • Leave in refrigerator overnight and enjoy a thick homemade spread. Ex: Vegetable spread, Brown sugar cinnamon spread 
  • Dollop onto fresh fruits Strawberries, peaches, blueberries 
  • Used in all types of desserts 
  • Piping, layering onto cakes 
  • Making homemade ice cream & gelato 
  • Creating delicate mousses Topping pies and other desserts


While the Extra Thick Single Cream (It's half the fat remember.) is ideal for Cooking, and Spooning.

  • Single Cream can be used to make a homemade coffee creamer – just mix with any flavoring. Ex: Vanilla extract, Peppermint oil 
  • Single Cream can make scrambled eggs creamier and thicker.

Great for Dips, Soups, Sauces, Coffee Creamer, Scrambled Eggs, Home made Whip Cream, Piping & Layering on Cakes/Deserts. Even Ice creams, and Gelatos. Or just used as a spread.

Doesn't homemade whip cream with cinnamon & sugar sound amazing? Or maybe you'd rather have shredded oreo cookies, or fresh fruits.

Since The Brooklyn Creamery are the new guys, and we need to stick together for All Natural products you can go visit  an in store sampling event at the following locations from now, til June. I will be going on May 30th, hope to see you there.

Giant Food Store7150 Hamilton BlvdTrexlertownPA18087610-391-01525/30/15
Giant Food Store116 W Township Line Rd Unit 100HavertownPA19083610-449-11615/30/15
Giant Food Store7142 Arlington RdBethesdaMD20814301-492-51615/30/15
Super Giant5701 Plank RdFredericksburgVA22407540-785-03715/30/15
Super Stop & Shop65 Newport AveQuincyMA2171617-328-44775/30/15
Super Stop & Shop760 FellswayMedfordMA2155781-391-58695/30/15
Super Stop & Shop1360 E Town RdMilfordCT6460203-877-18415/30/15
Super Stop & Shop2200 Bedford StStamfordCT6905203-356-01095/30/15
Giant Food Store801 S 25th StEastonPA18045484-546-00845/31/15
Giant Food Store3175 Cape Horn RdRed LionPA17356717-246-71375/31/15
Giant Food Store6050 Daybreak CirClarksvilleMD21029410-531-78315/31/15
Giant Food Store3757 Old Court RdPikesvilleMD21208410-602-76605/31/15
Super Stop & Shop99 Linwood AveColchesterCT6415860-537-23615/31/15
Super Stop & Shop160 Providence HwyDedhamMA2026781-329-10505/31/15
Super Stop & Shop200 E Main StStratfordCT6614203-375-87875/31/15
Super Stop & Shop80 Birdsall DrBaldwin PlaceNY10505914-628-56025/31/15
Giant Food Store315 York RdWillow GrovePA19090215-784-19606/6/15
Giant Food Store2415 E Market StYorkPA17402717-755-09916/6/15
Giant Food Store1280 E West HwySilver SpringMD20910301-585-16706/6/15
Giant Food Store359 Maple Ave EViennaVA22180703-281-92576/6/15
Super Stop & Shop815 Grand Army HwySomersetMA2726508-679-13736/6/15
Super Stop & Shop195 West StCromwellCT6416860-635-83006/6/15
Stop & Shop337 Franklin AveWyckoffNJ74816/6/15
Super Stop & Shop22 Leetes Island RdBranfordCT6405203-488-13256/6/15
Giant Food Store721 W Sproul RdSpringfieldPA19064610-328-00296/7/15
Giant Food Store44 Natural Springs RdGettysburgPA17325717-337-00176/7/15
Giant Food Store6340 York RdBaltimoreMD21212410-377-26736/7/15
Giant Food Store1000 E Main StPurcellvilleVA20132703-443-63606/7/15
Super Stop & Shop127 Samoset StPlymouthMA2360508-746-14446/7/15
Super Stop & Shop70 Town StNorwichCT6360860-887-16116/7/15
Super Stop & Shop2425 Palmer AveNew RochelleNY10801914-632-70846/7/15
Stop & Shop2160 Merrick MallMerrickNY11566516-867-98926/7/15
Giant Food Store3477 Lincoln HwyThorndalePA19372610-383-54606/13/15
Giant Food Store830 N US Highway 15DillsburgPA17019717-432-06306/13/15
Giant Food Store751 S Salisbury BlvdSalisburyMD21801443-260-24006/13/15
Giant Food Store5400 Westbard AveBethesdaMD20816301-652-14846/13/15
Super Stop & Shop10 Pitkin RdVernon RockvilleCT6066860-871-08976/13/15
Super Stop & Shop597 Farmington AveBristolCT6010860-582-56746/13/15
Stop & Shop460 Elm StWest HavenCT6516203-931-88436/13/15
Super Stop & Shop125 Danbury RdRidgefieldCT6877203-438-73176/13/15

You can find even more ideas and recipes by visiting the Brooklyn Creamery website, http://bkcreamery.com/, or print a BK Creamy Coupon by Clicking [Here.] Don't forget to check them out on twitter, facebook, pinterest, and instagram.

Thursday, May 21

#WIN with @BestBuy in your Classrooms @BestBuyEdu #BestBuyEducationEntry #Ad

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

Best Buy Education



Your Education Technology Partner

Best Buy Education, a direct-channel division of Best Buy®, makes it easier than ever to give students the tech tools they need to succeed. Our dedicated Account Managers will consult with you, offer knowledgeable, unbiased advice and guide you to the product and service solutions that best meet your needs and budget. Whether you are rolling out new devices in the classroom, launching a BYOD initiative, or upgrading the technology throughout your school, we can provide the products, support and protection you need. Click here, to find out more on Best Buy Education.

Best Buy Education is now offering an exciting sweepstakes open to all educators and administrators. The sweepstakes is running from now through July 4, 2015 with a grand prize of $25,000 in Best Buy credit, as well as additional prizes of Gift Cards and Microsoft Surface Pro 3 tablets with keyboards. This is an amazing opportunity to win the technology tools and services your students need to succeed. Visit www.BestBuySweeps.com to enter for a chance to win and view complete details.

Monday, April 20

Potty Learning Made Easy #Win #PampersEasyUps #Giveaway #Spon

This review and giveaway was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Pampers. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine. Don't forget to RSVP for Todays Twitter Party too!!  While you are waiting on tonights twitter party, scroll below to Enter my Blogs Pampers Easy Up's Giveaway.




We both are learning, and I love how easy Pampers Easy Up's make it for first time Moms like myself.  It really is a Potty Learning Experience for the both of us. Pampers has a guide when to start potty training based on the Childs readiness.  Check out the Potty Training Tips by clicking here. I like to use a Potty Training Chart.  My son is visual, doesn't talk, so pictures, and routine matter a lot to him.  Right click, and Save As on this Free Potty Training Chart if it's something fun you want to use too.  Don't forget  to Enter My Blogs Pampers Easy Ups Giveaway!!


The Potty Learning Struggle is Real,  


We are giving away  A Pampers Easy Up's Prize Pack.  U.S. Residents Only. Giveaway begins 4/20/15 12:00AM, and Ends, 4/ 28/15 12:00AM.  

ONE WINNER; A pack of Pampers Easy Up's, a Little Looster Step Stool, a Potty Ring, a "It's You and Me against the Pee... and Poop too!" book and a $50 AMEX gift card.



Don't worry if you don't win my Giveaway, We all know that the Potty Learning struggle is real. There is going to be a Pampers Twitter party April 21st from 9-10PM EST.  Go now to RSVP to Pampers Easy Up's Twitter Party! Come join the fun, and joys of parenthood.  


Please join @Pampers on April 21st from 9-10pmEST as they host a Twitter Party with Dr. Laura Jana, pediatrician, award-winning parenting book author and potty training expert who co-authored to Its You and Me Against the Pee…and the Poop, Too! RSVP here:http://vite.io/doubledutydivas