Save-A-Lot: My One-Stop-Shop for groceries and now Suave products too! #SaveALotInsiders

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If you've ever shopped Save-A-Lot you probably have it in your head that it's a great place to do your grocery shopping. Well you're right in thinking that, but they truly are that and so much more. They are also a great place to shop for other items such as your bath-time essentials like body wash and shampoo too! And if you're one of those that like to buy name brands you're in luck because Save-A-Lot carries Suave products!

Before checking them out for myself I had no idea they carried brand names like Suave. I was super excited because it's a brand I've personally used for years. I like that Suave products come in so many great scents and varieties for your different hair and body care needs. Plus they carry a line just for kids that's perfect for my 9-year old daughter to use.

This is what I mean by a one-stop-shop I got an entire line of hair and body wash products for my daughter and myself all while doing our grocery shopping. The Suave shampoo and conditioner I picked up for myself came in a really nice smelling Juicy Green Apple. I love the way it smells and the way it leaves my hair feeling fresh and clean. For my daughter I was able to get a 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner which is perfect for her age. It's hard enough getting a 9-year old to wash all of her long hair when she showers let alone wash it and condition it. The "Surf's Up" scent was a nice fresh scent, but she was jealous she didn't get the green apple too. I like that they offered a body wash for kids in the same line so she can have everything she needs in just two easy to use bottles.

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Spring Clean more than just your home with Colgate Total New Gum Health Mouthwash!

I don't know about you, but the first thing I like to do in the morning is freshen my breath from sleeping all night. I'm talking about even before I eat breakfast, I just don't' like that morning breath smell or taste. I also don't like having a bad taste in my mouth after I've eaten a meal that has a lot of spices in it either. That's why I try to always keep my mouthwash bottle handy in the bathroom so I can easily and quickly freshen up my breath.  And with Colgate Total’s New Gum Health Mouthwash I'm not only freshening up my breath I'm also helping kill germs and fight bacteria that can cause gingivitis. I call that a win-win and a much better trade off then trying to cover it up with gum or mints that don't have the added extra benefits. I like the smooth "clean mint" flavor and they way it leaves my mouth feeling and smelling fresh!

Colgate Total’s New Gum Health Mouthwash freshens breath, in addition to providing the following health benefits:
• Kills 99% of germs on contact
• With twice-daily use, it’s clinically proven to deliver 45% stronger, healthier gums
• Fights plaque between teeth and along the gum line
• 12-hour protection against bacteria that can cause gingivitis

Colgate Total has also partnered with Dr. Simpkins, an Internist and Medical Advisor for the State of New Jersey, to provide tips on how to “spring clean” and improve your overall health.

 

Bio:
Dr. Nancy Simpkins is a Board Certified Internist who has been involved in all aspects of internal medicine, with a focus on women's health for over 28 years. Dr. Simpkins is a graduate from The Chicago Medical School and completed both her internship and residency in internal medicine at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx before receiving her certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Simpkins is affiliated with St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey. In addition to her solo practice, Dr. Simpkins is also a Medical Advisor for the state of New Jersey.

Dr. Simpkins’ Health Tips: 

Get Moving Outside: Spring is a great time to be outdoors, so ease back into your exercise routine with daily walks outside.  This will help reduce stress and help lower your risk of heart disease and hypertension.  Get creative and use apps to track and challenge your friends to walk at least 10,000 steps a day!

Reset Your Sleep Pattern: With the arrival of spring come longer days and more daylight. Beat fatigue by setting a goal to keep your waking and bed time consistent – even on weekends.  This will help avoid mid-day burn outs while keeping your body in sync with its natural rhythms.
Think About Your Gum Health: Most people don’t realize that proper oral hygiene can be a good step toward helping to improve their overall health. In addition to brushing your teeth, make sure to take good care of your gums – they’re the foundation of a healthy mouth. Switch up your daily oral care routine by using Colgate Total®’s New Gum Health Mouthwash after brushing. It has an advanced germ-fighting formula forms a protective shield along the gum line and protects against bacteria that can cause gingivitis.

Travel Healthy and Be Prepared: As you begin to make plans for spring and summer travel, be sure to schedule your family doctor and dentist appointments and address any issues before your trip. Compile a list of medications, unique health issues or history, and physician contact information.
This will be important and save time if you end up needing healthcare while you’re away.

Refresh Your Diet: Simple changes to your diet can bring more sustained energy and knock off a few pounds.  Swap out snacks like potato chips with banana chips and replace red meat with lean protein from turkey and chicken.  Also look to incorporate fresh fruits and vegetables that are in season into your diet.

What are some things you do to "spring clean" your home and yourself?

Dial® Baby Body & Hair Wash & Kids Foaming Hand Wash #Giveaway #Dial #PurexInsiders - Ends 5-13

Dial recently expanded their personal care line with their new Dial® Baby Body & Hair Wash. It was developed by pediatric dermatologists for babies’ perfect skin. It gently removes environmental dirt for a head to toe clean.

They also introduced was a new Dial® Kids Foaming Hand Wash by pediatric dermatologists that helps makes hand washing fun for all ages!

I love that a trusted brand like Dial® keeps expanding their product lines to include products for the whole family. I've been using Dial® soaps for years myself, and now I can use them on my kids!  My daughter loves having a hand soap that's "just for her" on our bathroom counter. I think it provides her with a more accurate amount of soap for her smaller hands too than traditional liquid soaps do.

Win it:  One lucky reader will win 2 FREE product coupons to purchase Dial® Baby Body & Hair Wash or Kids Foaming Hand Wash. This giveaway will end May 13th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.

Become a member of McCormick Consumer Testing

McCormick Consumer Testing is looking for more members! I've gotten a few products to test from them and have really enjoyed my experience so far.

Join here (Please put Stacy Tilton for question about how did you hear about MCT)

Let's Learn: S.T.E.M. on DVD Today!

Let's Learn: S.T.E.M. is a great way to keep preschoolers learning and their minds staying active. Plus they get to follow along with all of their favorite Nick characters from the shows they already know and love.

The fifth installment in the Nickelodeon’s Let’s Learn series introduces preschoolers to the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (S.T.E.M.). Join some of your favorite characters from hit preschool shows such as Blaze and the Monster Machines, Bubble Guppies, PAW Patrol, Team Umizoomi, Blue’s Clues and Dora the Explorer for exciting adventures in this brand-new DVD containing over 130 minutes of educational entertainment. Each DVD contains a S.T.E.M.-themed worksheet as a free gift with purchase while supplies last. Created by Nickelodeon and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. is available on DVD for the suggested retail price of $14.99.

Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. includes the following episodes:
• Blaze and the Monster Machines “Tool Duel”                  
• PAW Patrol “Pups Save an Ace/Pups Save the Wedding”              
• Bubble Guppies “Build Me a Building”                
• Team Umizoomi “Let’s Play Math Dragons”                  
• Dora the Explorer “School Science Fair”              
• Blue's Clues “Contraptions”

Join the Dirty Girl Mud Run in Knightstown, IN #Giveaway #godirtygirl

Are you one of those girls that likes to get dirty? I mean the all out head to toe kind of dirty? Then the Dirty Girl Mud Run might just be for you. The DGMR is a women only mud run partnered with breast cancer prevention organization, Bright Pink.

DGMR is about inspiring and empowering women as they come together for a day of dirty fun, conquering tough obstacles. DGMR is cementing its place in history as we tour the U.S. as the World's Largest Women's Only Mud Run!

Dirty Girl is an obstacle course run for women of all ages and athletic abilities across the country. Don't worry - it's not a "race" in the traditional sense. It’s an untimed 5k mud run designed to push you slightly out of your comfort zone, but only as far as you want to go. Forming teams is encouraged, and so is helping your fellow Dirty Girls to the finish with some mud, sweat and cheers. At a Dirty Girl Mud Run you'll find excitement, laughter and camaraderie—as well as lots of music and even some adult beverages. It's a mud-covered day you'll never forget.

Sign up now: Want to sign up now? Use code TILTON10 during check-out to save 10% off your registration fee for the DGMR in Knightstown, IN.

Win it:  One lucky reader will win 2 free entries for the Dirty Girl Mud Run in Knightstown, IN on June 6th. This giveaway will end May 11th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method: Leave me a comment confirming that you will attend the DGMR in Knightstown, IN if you win. (make sure you leave an email address for me to contact you)

Check out Wallykazam! on DVD 4-28

DISCOVER THE MAGIC AND POWER OF WORDS IN THE HIGHLY & ANTICIPATED DVD DEBUT OF NICKELODEON’S PRESCHOOL LITERACY SERIES, WALLYKAZAM!

Nickelodeon’s hit preschool literacy series Wallykazam! makes its DVD debut on April 28, 2015. The series follows the adventures of Wally and his pet dragon, Norville, who live in a forest among giants, goblins and other ;fantastical creatures. Wally has a magic stick that makes words come to life on the screen playfully transforming the world around him. Wallykazam! is Nickelodeon’s first preschool series that embeds a literacy curriculum into a full-length story, introducing skills such as letter and sound identification, rhyming, vocabulary development and comprehension strategies. Each of the four adventures features a new set of words and the DVD contains a free gift with purchase of customizable Wallykazam! name labels while supplies last.

Created by Nickelodeon and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, Wallykazam! will be available on DVD on April 28, 2015 for the suggested retail price of $14.99.

Wallykazam! includes the following episodes:

• Naptime for Borgelorp – Wally uses magic words to help tire out Ogre Doug’s hyper and unpredictable pet Borgelorp. 
• Castle Caper – Wally must oust Bobgoblin from a castle intended for his pet dragon, Norville.
• Victor the Villain – While pretending to be superheroes, Wally and Norville decide they need a real villain to match wits with and conjure up, Victor the Villain.
• The Switching Stone – Wally, Norville and Gina Giant find a magical “switching stone” that’s a lot of fun until it turns Bobgoblin into a giant.

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Direct Sales Saturday: Get your nails ready for summer with Jamberry Nails #Giveaway - Ends 5-9

Today I'd like to introduce you to Alicia Sherman a Jamberry Nails Independent Consultant. If you've never heard of Jamberry Nails before please read the awesome information below she's shared with us.

Jamberry Nail Wraps are a solid film covering that can be applied directly to the nail to achieve a look not found anywhere else.  They are made in the USA with no harsh chemicals - they are latex free and vegan friendly. There are currently 300 designs to choose from including some licensed designs - Collegiate, Sorority and Muddy Girl! When applied correctly Jamberry Nail Wraps can last 2-3 weeks on fingers and 5-6 weeks on toes!  And the best part, Jamberry Nail Wraps are ALWAYS buy 3 get 1 free (except for the licensed wraps).

Curious just how much use you can get out of one sheet? Check out this handy chart:

For more info on how to apply/remove nail wraps visit: http://aliciasherman.jamberrynails.net/application

Think Jamberry Nails are for you? Visit my Jamberry Nails website and start shopping!

Not sure what to get?  Let the StyleBox choose for you!  For only $25/month and FREE shipping you will get $30 worth of Jamberry products, a nail file, orange stick and a monthly style guide!  

Intrigued? Why not host a party and get some Jams for free?  Jamberry hostess rewards are among the best in the industry and with our online and Facebook parties your friends can shop from the comfort of their own homes - which means you don't have to clean yours!

If you are interested in trying a free sample, hosting an online party or even becoming a consultant, contact me:

Alicia Sherman - Jamberry Nails Independent Consultant

email: aliciasherman@mail.com

facebook: http://tinyurl.com/ashermanfb

Win it:  One lucky reader will win a $25 Jamberry Nails e-gift card. This giveaway will end May 9th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.

Make your next dress stand out and show your unique style!

As I'm sure you are aware prom season is already in full swing, and if you have a daughter I'm sure you've already been dress shopping (at least a time or two). Maybe what you're looking for is something that's not found in a local store, maybe you're looking for something more unique. I was looking around the Cheap DressUK website today and saw some really cool high neck prom dresses that would look really awesome. I love how there are so many different styles that you can get with a high neck dress too.

Maybe you don't have a daughter attending prom, but you have plans of your own to shop for. I think their knee length cocktail dresses would be awesome for a charity dinner, or banquet. It's always fun to dress up in something fancy for a nice dinner out.

I personally love the long evening dresses look. I like something that I can wear inside, or outside and not have to worry if the evening brings on a chill. Just throw a fancy shawl over your shoulders and you're set for whatever the evening throws your way.

No matter what the occasion I'm sure there's something that will catch your eye at Cheap DressUK too.

Celebrate this Mother's Day with unique gifts from Family Christian #GiftsforMom

Do you have a someone that's hard to shop for for Mother's Day? I know I do, my mom's one of those people that's not into wearing jewelry and she has tons of fresh flowers right out her front door she's planted already. There goes two good ideas... So that leaves me searching for something to get her that shows her just how much I care, and something that will actually be useful too.

That's one of the many reasons I like to shop at places like the Family Christian store and website. I bet you didn't realize they have hundreds of gifts all sorted and ready for you to search through to find that special gift for your mom, grandma, or other special motherly figure in your life. I'll even step up and admit I didn't either until I checked out their website myself.

Family Christian has so many great categories all lined up for you to shop from giving you great ideas no matter what mom's interests are. You may be thinking "Well, my mom's not a Christian" and that doesn't matter because not everything on their website says "Christian" or has Bible verses on them.

Take this "Scatter Joy" Kitchen Towel for example, I've been actually thinking about ordering a few of them for my mom because we are always calling her "the chicken lady". We do it because she always comes to our house to help feed our chickens and collect eggs. It's something I know she will think is cute and knows the meaning behind it. Plus it's something unique that you won't find somewhere else.

Maybe you're looking for something more traditional like a mug that just simply says "Mom" or "Grandma" well..they have those too! You can even add your own personal touch with some tea bags, flowers, you name it.

I guess what I'm trying to say is just because you're shopping for someone that's not a "Christian" it shouldn't stop you from checking out all of the awesome products at the Family Christian store and website. I'm sure you'll be pleasantly surprised at all you find! And the recipient of your gift will be thrilled to have a unique gift too.

Hango™ Lunch Bag Set #hangobags

What's in that drawstring bag you ask? Well it's a nice set of Lunch Bags by Hango™

Sometimes you need to separate parts of your lunch, or you just need a little cooler for a few small items and this set is perfect for that. Ever have your sandwich get completely squished by the rest of your lunch? With the Hango™ lunch bag set you won't have to worry about that again. Just pack your "delicate" foods in one bag and the rest in the other. To give you a clearer picture of the sizes of the coolers I used cans of soda since we all pretty much know the size of a soda can. The bags come in a nice drawstring tote that keeps them together and clean in between uses. Plus you can use it for other things if you like. That means you actually get three bags to use! The lunch bags are folded down inside of themselves upon arrival so you'll have to unfold them for use. I found it easy to fold them back down after use also. The construction of the bags seems to be very good quality and I think they will last a long time. These would be good not just for lunch bags too, great for holding make-up and many other things you want to keep sorted and safe during travel or storage.

Bag Sizes: 
• Large 6" L x 6" H x 10" W
• Small 5" L x 5" H x 7.5" W

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Get your feet ready for the beach with PedEgg Power

I don't know about you but one of my least favorite parts of my body to show off in the summer is my feet. I hate how my toes look without nail polish, and how my heels always look dried out. It's been a long hard winter around here and my feet have been feeling it for sure. I've had that scratchy feel when I put my socks on, you know where you think it's snagging off skin? That's why I was intrigued when I starting hearing about the PedEgg Power. With the PedEgg Power I can effortlessly buff away the dead dry skin in no time at all. I would have shown you photos but I just couldn't bring myself to put pictures of my nasty heels on the internet. I will say it was super easy to use and now my heels don't look or feel like they've been left out in the cold all winter to dry up.

About:
Are you embarrassed by how your feet look and feel? Tired of dry and callused feet tearing your pantyhose? It's time to take back control with PedEgg Power, the powerful solution in the palm of your hand! PedEgg Power easily buffs away calluses, dead skin, or dry and rough skin in seconds! Your feet will look years younger and feel baby smooth. PedEgg Power is completely painless and contains no dangerous blades! The secret is in the nano-abrasion roller technology. Each PedEgg Power head spins up to 2000 times per minute to buff out even the driest skin for smooth and sexy results! The roller attacks and clears away dry and cracked skin, revealing the smooth skin underneath. With millions of the original PedEgg® units sold, the people at PedEgg are dedicated to helping you take quality care of your feet. The same experts who engineered the original PedEgg have come together to create this breakthrough in foot care technology. Be confident in your own shoes again with the PedEgg Power!

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You can purchase the PedEgg online now.

How to celebrate those "extra" holidays like Cinco de Mayo #CelebrateLikeAChristian

Have you ever wondered how to celebrate holidays that aren't part of the "big holidays" family? I'm talking about holidays other than the typical ones we celebrate like Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc. You know the ones that we all look forward to, follow them on the calendar, and know what they are truly all about. I know I've wondered that myself for a long time. As a Christian I've always been careful because I didn't want partake in celebrating anything that wasn't in line with our beliefs. So like many I've always pretty much just steered clear of all the "extra" holidays on the calendar that I didn't know much about.

Well worry no more, with the book Holiday Living: Using Year-Round Holidays to Build Faith and Family you can read about those "extra" holidays and learn their importance and how it they can be celebrated with Christian style. The author Brenda Poinsett not only tells you about the history of the holidays she also tells you easy-to-use ways you can incorporate those holidays into your family celebrations and lay a foundation of Christian value all at the same time. Sounds like the perfect book for me, and maybe it might just be what you've been looking for too!

About:
How do you instill in your family a sense of godly heritage while everyone is eating hot dogs and watching fireworks? While it may seem impossible, you can pass on values important to the Christian faith while celebrating year-round holidays---even those rarely celebrated holidays like Presidents' Day. In Holiday Living, author Brenda Poinsett gives readers something to celebrate--an indispensable guide to living up the holidays in Christian style. Covering almost 20 holidays, readers will find fascinating history about how the holiday started and more importantly garner a better understanding of their faith connection to the holiday. In the true spirit of celebrating life in Christ, readers will find easy-to-use, cost-effective holiday ideas to help turn facts into memories, and provide opportunities to lay the foundation of Christian values as they worship. In addition to the major holidays, holidays include Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, as well as cross-cultural holidays like Cinco de Mayo, St. Patrick's Day, and Kwanzaa.

The United States of Undies - What's Your True&Co. Style?

This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.

Ever wonder what the most popular undies are in your home state? Well True&Co. sure did, so they surveyed their customers in every state and asked them what their favorite lingerie is - and the results may surprise you! For example, who would have thought that red flannel lounge-wear is the most popular for True &Co.'s Colorado customers and it's purple nylon bras for their customers up in Alaska?

In my good ole state of Indiana Green Cotton Panties were the most popular...not sure I agree with that myself and I don't think I've ever personally owned a pair of green undies. I personally prefer Cute & Comfy Hipster style undies. The ones from True&Co. even come in super cool colors like lavender and teal!

Want to know what the most popular undies are for your state? Read the full True&Co. Buzzfeed article! 

Vote for the next "Big Flavor" of Ring Pops! #Giveaway - Ends 5-4

One of the most beloved candy lines of all time, Ring Pop®, will be adding a brand new flavor—and they are letting us (their fans) choose it!  Thanks to Bazooka Candy Brands I'm being sent a Ring Pop Goodie Bag to share with my kids while we await the results of the "Choose the Next Big Flavor Promotion". We love Ring Pops in our house so this is a treat we'll be excited to have!

Bazooka Candy Brands, maker of Ring Pop, will kick-off their fourth annual flavor face-off on Facebook offering devotees of the famed lollipop gem a choice between Cherry Cola, Fruit Punch, and Lemon Lime.  Fans from across the country, who are 13 years of age or older, can vote for their favorite flavor by visiting the Ring Pop Facebook page.  This marks one of the biggest fan events of the year for Bazooka Candy Brands and provides a rare opportunity for candy lovers to weigh in on the truly iconic, top-selling candy line. Ring Pop’s Choose the Next Big Flavor Promotion runs for three weeks ending May 4.  The winning new Ring Pop flavor will arrive on store shelves this fall and will be available for a limited time.  Previous winning flavors of the divinely delicious face-off include cherry limeade, strawberry lemonade, and raspberry lemonade.


Win it:  One lucky reader will win a Ring Pop Goodie Bag. This giveaway will end May 4th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Leave a comment with which of the three possible flavors you are going to vote for. (Make sure to leave an email address for me to contact you if you win.)

Get comfy with this Heavyweight 4-Piece Cotton Flannel Sheet Set #CottonFlannelSheetSet

This set of heavyweight cotton flannel sheets are so soft you won't believe just how good they feel. They have extra deep pockets which means once you put them on your mattress they will stay put. There's nothing I hate more than waking up in the morning finding the corner of my bed sheet has come off in the middle of the night. With these sheets I don't have to worry about that happening anymore. I have a standard sized queen bed and these fit it perfectly all the way around. The are 100% cotton and 190 gram flannel weight so you get that luxury feel when laying on them, nice and soft against your skin. I like how I instantly feel all warm and cozy when I climb into bed with these on. I tried and tried to take a photo of the fuchsia sheets I got, but the color kept coming out way off and I didn't want to give a misguided look of what color they were so I just used the stock photo from the product listing. I wanted you to see just how bright and beautiful the color was. Unlike some flannel sheets I've had in the past these don't seem to "pill" after being slept on for several days. I noticed before with my other flannel sheets that little balls of fabric would form where I had moved around in the night on them, this set doesn't seem to do that which is awesome! Each set comes with one flat sheet, one fitted sheet and two standard size pillow cases.

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Organic Face Lip Gloss #Giveaway - Ends 5-4

About:
The Organic Face is dedicated to creating pure, natural, chemical-free organic cosmetics and skincare products made from the finest active botanical ingredients and minerals. Our mission is to create gorgeous beauty products that really work, and are as safe for your body on the inside as they are for your skin on the outside. We are proud to be cruelty-free, gluten-free, chemical-free and made in the USA.

For my review I opted for a tube of Addiction Organic Lip Gloss in Papaya because I am not one for super bright colors on my lips. I like to keep it light since I don't wear a lot of make-up. Addiction Organic Lip Gloss is cocoa butter based and glides on smoothly and evenly. I like the way it feels on my lips, and it stays on for a long time adding a nice shine to my lips. I carry this one around in my purse because with the lighter color I can wear it anytime with any outfit and it looks good

About Addiction Lip Gloss:
The Organic Face organic lip gloss is a super shiny formula infused with antioxidant-rich botanical extracts, essential oils and pigments. Organic Lip Gloss glides on effortlessly, and leaves lips feeling moist and hydrated for hours without fading. Long lasting Lip gloss is made with all natural ingredients.

Buy it: You can purchase this and other products on The Organic Face website. You can save 20% right now with discount code SPRING20 through 6/30.

Win it: One lucky reader will win an Organic Face Lip Gloss (in choice of color). This giveaway will end May 4th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US. Entry Method: Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.

Cook in style with the 12-Inch Green Earth Wok by Ozeri

The 12-Inch Green Earth Wok by Ozeri features a smooth ceramic non-stick coating that is both 100% PTFE and PFOA free. That means you don't have to coat the pan with oils and sprays during each use. This is something I've really grown to love about these pans because it lets me cook my foods with out the added oils I don't want in my foods. Be sure you do pre-season the pan before the first use as directed in the user's guide. This part is crucial to the pan working correctly as far as it's non-stick capabilities go. I will admit I myself learned that the hard way with my first Green Earth pan. I didn't do that step and a few uses later my food started sticking bad. I have several Ozeri Green Earth pans and I love them all. From my little pan for cooking eggs, to my big pan for cooking meals. They are so easy to cook with, and to clean up after use. No more scrubbing off baked on foods when you're done cooking a meal. With the scratch-resistant ceramic coating you don't have to worry about the inside of the pan getting scratched and flaking off either. Plus as an added bonus the pans also come with a felt liner to place in between the pans to keep them safe during storage.

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Staying Healthy with Sam's Club & Healthy Living Made Simple Magazine #SamsClubMag

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SamsClubMag #CollectiveBias

If you've been following along with my blog the last few months you already know that I've been working on getting myself into better shape health-wise. I started the year out working on eating better and exercising more. With the warm weather just ahead I want to make sure that I do all I can to be in good health for my family so I can enjoy the outdoors with my kids. That means doing little extra things along the way like stopping for a FREE health screening at my local Sam's Club. I figured if I was going to be doing my shopping it was a great time to take advantage of their awesome program.

I couldn't believe the wealth of information that was on display as soon as I walked inside our Sam's Club store. Everything was all laid out nicely for you look over and take what you needed. There were also several clipboards all ready to be filled out for their special FREE health screenings event. Since I had never had many of the tests done that they were offering I was pretty excited about having them done for the first time. I filled out my paperwork and no sooner than I was done they had an opening ready for me.

I was directed over to a table where I gave the lady my clipboard and she began with the tests. First she took my blood pressure, followed by a cholesterol and glucose check, and a calculation of my BMI and body fat percentage. I have to say I wasn't too excited about the idea of being stuck in my finger with a needle so she could get blood for the test. I'm a big baby when it comes to any sort of needle, no matter how small. But I sucked it up and took it like a champ (okay I'll be honest I turned my head the other way). It really wasn't that bad, she was very quick and had it done in no time. Through out the entire process she didn't really say much as she was taking down all the information she needed. But when she was done recording everything she handed me a paper that told me all of my screening results and went over it with me. My HDL (good) cholesterol was a lot lower than it should be so she even took the time to explain to me what causes it to be low, and what things I could do to get it back up where it needs to be. It was actually very helpful and informative.

While reading through a Healthy Living Made Simple Magazine recently I found a really great article that talked about getting out and enjoying things like nature. It talked about how getting out for a simple walk in nature can decrease your heart rate, relax your blood pressure and stress hormones, give you a mellower mood, and a stronger immune system. Neuroscientist call the beauties of nature "visual Valium" noting that whats pleasing to the eyes also applies to the brain. After thinking about the article for a few minutes I realized just how true this was. I recalled this past summer when we stopped off at a state park on our trip home from a weekend getaway to do a little unwinding. It had been a long morning in the car and we were all starting to get that cooped up feeling.

I remember how much fun we all had just walking around taking in the outdoors. With a view like this how could one not be completely relaxed and enjoy what's all around? I know we sure did, and when we got back in the car for the rest of the ride home it gave us something nice to talk about too. Definitely keeping the mood more light and enjoyable.

It's little things like those moments that make me thankful to have places around like Sam's Club that offer FREE health screenings. If it weren't for that screening I never would have know that my HDL cholesterol was low and I needed to take action to get it back on track. I want to get in control of myself and my health now while I'm still young and can get it going in the right direction for the long haul.

Have you ever had a health screening? If so what did you get screened for, and what did you think?

Check this list for FREE health screenings near you!

Purex® Crystals ScentSplash™ #Giveaway (2 winners) #CrystalsScentSplash - Ends 4-30

The new Purex® Crystals ScentSplash™ in-wash fragrance booster infuses your clothes with the power of liquid freshness. Simply add a little or a lot directly into your washer. I like to be in charge when it comes to added fragrance when washing my clothing, and I can do just that with ScentSplash™. I love the nice fresh scent it leaves on my clothes after they've been washed. It reminds me of spring flowers and lifts up my mood.

Win it:  Two lucky readers will each win a coupon for a FREE bottle of Purex® Crystals ScentSplash™. This giveaway will end April 30th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Simple, just leave me a comment telling me what scent you'd like to see Purex® come out with next. (make sure you leave an email address for me to contact you if you win)

Core Clarity® Prize Pack

Core Clarity® is new line of natural skincare products. They are made for teens and adults looking for a safe yet effective acne treatment skincare solution. This advanced skincare range utilizes modern acne-fighting technology combined with the finest plant-based ingredients for clear, healthy skin without over drying.

One of the things I really like about this line is that they are so user friendly. I like the pump style bottles that make it easy to get the product onto your hands, and not all over the bottle too. With the nice flat bottoms they can sit on my bathroom counter or shower ledge ready for easy use. I also like the natural ingredients that don't dry out my skin. Plus with a daughter that will be approaching teen years before long I love that this line is made for both teens and adults alike!

Product benefits:
• Suitable for all skin types
• Made of natural, highly-effective ingredients
• Void of harmful chemicals and preservatives
• Never tested on animals
• Produced in a 100% solar-powered facility in southern California

The Core Clarity® product line includes: 
• Acne Spot Treatment (SRP: $6.29)
• Oil-free Facial Moisturizer (SRP: $8.79)
• Foaming Facial Cleanser (SRP: $9.49)
• 3-in-1 Acne-Fighting Facial Wash (SRP: $10.99)
• Exfoliating Facial Scrub (SRP: $4.99)

Buy it: Core Clarity® is now available at Walmart and other select retailers nationwide. You can check out the brand at www.core-clarity.com.

Connect with Core Clarity® on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Win it:  One lucky reader will win a Core Clarity® Prize Pack (ARV $40.55). This giveaway will end May 2nd at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Open to residents of the US.

Entry Method:  Please use Rafflecopter form to enter.

When I'm hungry and not "me" I reach for my emergency SNICKERS®! #WhenImHungry #Ad

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WhenImHungry #CollectiveBias

On a recent trip doing errands with my best friend this past Saturday we stopped at our local Circle K convenience store to grab a drink and a quick snack between stores. As we were headed through the front doors I spotted the candy isle, my weakness! So we decided to head on over and see what looked good and to check to see if they had any of the newer SNICKERS® varieties in stock. They were all arranged next to each other on the self so it was pretty easy to spot them.

There they were all in a nice little row (I swear they were each screaming "pick me"). I will be the first to admit not only do I have a weakness for sweets, I have an even bigger weakness for my love of SNICKERS®. I've had almost every variety they've came out with so far if that says anything. So after a little debating I decided to pick up the King Size version of the SNICKERS® Extreme AND the SNICKERS® Peanut Butter Squared since they were on a nice Buy 1 get the 2nd for $1.50 sale. These are the perfect size for sharing, and for my emergency purse stash! Plus I hadn't had tried the SNICKERS® Extreme variety yet.

Since we still needed a snack for "right now" I picked up two of the SNICKERS® Almond bars too. They were on a nice Buy 1 get the 2nd for $1 sale! So we proceeded to the checkout counter, finished our purchase and headed back out to the car. And here's my next confession, I tore into my SNICKERS® Almond as soon as I got into the car and ate it like I hadn't eaten in days. Afterwards I felt embarrassed at how fast I had chomped it down. At that I made sure I hurried up and put my emergency bars right into my purse, otherwise I think I may have broke into them too.

And now to explain that whole "emergency bar" thing. I'm one of those that gets very moody if I'm hungry and don't get a snack quick, my kids and husband can attest. At times it can be funny (well at least looking back now it is) how my kids react when they know that mamma is hungry. Over the years I've come to realize when I am getting to the point that I either need to stop and have a snack or it's going to get ugly soon. And as my kids have gotten older they've also come to notice when my mood starts to go down hill quick that it means "get mom a snack!" like now. That's why I like to keep something close at hand like my "emergency" SNICKERS® bar in my purse. The SNICKERS® Peanut Butter Squared are perfect for the because if my kids are with me I can share a piece with them too. Plus if I only need two squares I can fold the wrapper in half and save the other two for later.

Thankfully I did put that extra bar in my purse because I already had to break into it and eat a few pieces. We went to the park on Sunday after church since it was so nice out and I forgotten to toss afternoon snacks in the car when we left that morning. So after a few uneventful arguments from the kids mom started to get that "look". My son stopped and said "Mom, do you have a snack in your purse?". I told him yes I did and asked why. He responded by explaining to me that he could see by my face it was time for me to break it out. I couldn't help but laugh, I knew it myself but was trying to avoid it since I didn't want to share my special "emergency" stash!

So with that I broke out my SNICKERS® Peanut Butter Squared and ate a few of the yummy squares to tide me over till we got home.

So tell me do you have any funny "need an emergency SNICKERS®" moments? I bet if you think back you can recall a time where you really needed a snack to calm your hunger inside.

Have your own hunger story to share?
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