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Friday

Turning Attention Into Revenue as a Musician

For musicians, attention can feel like success. A spike in streams, a popular reel, or a video that suddenly takes off can be exciting, and it should be. Those moments prove people are finding your work and responding to it. Visibility matters, especially in a crowded industry. But if you want to build a lasting career, attention is only the first step.

Streams and views are useful indicators of reach, not always indicators of revenue. They show how many people noticed you, but they do not automatically show how many people truly connected, stayed engaged, or chose to support your career in a meaningful way. That is why musicians benefit from looking beyond surface numbers and thinking about what those numbers lead to.

Thursday

Holiday Gift Guide - Round 3

It's time for another round of great holiday gift giving ideas. Get prepped and ready for the holidays now!

Christmas just isn't Christmas without a big beautiful tree. And that's exactly what you can expect when choosing a tree (and more) from King of Christmas. If you ask me their name says it all!

Saturday

Holiday Gift Guide - Round 2

 

Ready for some more great holiday gift giving ideas? I have lots more for you so get ready to S.H.O.P!

Monday

Everything You Need to Know About Anker Soundcore Motion B Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Are you searching for a portable speaker bluetooth? When audio quality matters, you would like to go for the largest portable speaker bluetooth that still fulfills your portable needs. Here we will discuss the best Anker Soundcore Motion B Portable Bluetooth Speaker.

Top 5 Best And Loudest Portable Bluetooth Speakers of 2022

If you wish your sound to fill up a big crowded room, or you would like to listen to music outside, you are going to desire a speaker that can get relatively loud, with petty compression present at level best volume. All the same, the most beneficial large Bluetooth speakers' sizes as well help them bring out more drawn-out low bass than their more minor counterparts. Here we are going to discuss the top 5 soundcore loudest portable Bluetooth speaker of 2022.

How to Choose Awesome Wireless Earphones for you?

 

It is getting actually hard to liken a product suchlike the brand-new $150 priced Soundcore Liberty 4 to earbuds with other brands' earbuds that have been in the market for a long time, as can be stated Sony's $280 WF-1000XM4 for that issue. Soundcore has butt in nearly every characteristic you could demand: noise cancellation, transparency, cable-less charging, Bluetooth multiple connections, a high-res Bluetooth codec (LDAC), effective battery life, and a fellow app with dozens of personalization alternatives. What things should you consider while buying Soundcore wireless earphones? You should look for things in Soundcore wireless earphone before buying.

Tuesday

Great Holiday Gift Ideas for all!

One of the gifts topping the list this year of those who like to spend time outdoors is The Fishing Caddy. COVID closures may have put a damper on many forms of entertainment that people typically engage in, but it hasn’t kept people from going fishing. In fact, with it being an activity that people can do and easily socially distance, the number of people heading out to fish around the nation has increased during the pandemic. The Fishing Caddy, which ranges in price from $69.95 to $129, was expertly designed for all types of fishing, and can be used by anglers of all ages.

Wednesday

Let the music play!


Music is one of those things that you can love, hate, or have feelings somewhere in between the two. Some people love every aspect of music from listening to and/or playing instruments to listening to and/or singing it. And for some that may even mean teaching music. Then there are those that may just like one of those many components. While some would rather total silence.

Monday

Electronics & Tech for the Holidays


Ready to shop one of the most popular categories for the holidays with some of the hottest gift ideas? Then check out this awesome line-up of electronics and tech gear!

Wednesday

10 WINNER Xcentz Sports Headphones #Giveaway - Ends 10/20

Sponsored By: Xcentz

Hosted By: Love, Mrs. Mommy

** 10 WINNERS **

Win Xcentz Sports Headphones!

Father's Day is COMING!

With Father's Day in less than two weeks it's time to really start thinking about what you're going to get that special father figure in your life. You want to pick something that's as unique and special as he is to show him how much you love and appreciate him. So sit back and check out these ideas that are sure to put a smile on any dads face!


Tuesday

Holiday Gifts Round-Up


The KiiPix™ is a portable instant picture printer that produces retro-stylized photos from any smartphone. KiiPix™ is easy to use, making it a "snap" to capture, print and share! Simply place any smartphone on the KiiPix™ instant picture printer , push the button and turn the crank, and print photos from your camera roll or Instagram. The picture rolls out and you have a forever memory to keep or share. Unlike a traditional instant camera that often wastes film for blurry pictures, you can enhance the contrast or play with filter options before your photo prints. From fixing that annoying red eye to adding bunny ears or other fun filters, KiiPix lets you augment your own reality and then print it out to share with the real world.


No matter the time of year my boys like to go outside and have a fire. So for them a fire pit is the perfect gift to receive. Traditional fire pits are bulky, heavy and worst of all, leave a rusty mess behind. Fireside Outdoor set out to invent a new, easier way to enjoy a fire. Their innovation and new technology solves all of the problems associated with old fire pits. Lightweight, clean burning and easy to set up the Pop-Up Pit is the best way to host a fire, anywhere, anytime and on any surface. The Pop-Up Pit sets up in just 60 seconds and cools down in 90 seconds so you can pack it away after your fire. It's great for anyone that likes to camp, tailgate, or just go outside and have a fire. My son had this one out of the box and up for a fire the same day it arrived. And since then has had a fire at least three nights a week because it's so easy to use.

Right now you can save 20% at checkout by using my special code "Tilton20".


This unique notebook and pen set that harkens back to a time of tactile creativity. BLU is the first ever journaling notebook made with pages that have the look and feel of traditional blueprint paper! Every BLU Notebook comes with a white gel pen that looks great when used on its blue gridline pages. Perfect for those that like to doodle, or need to draw-out their thoughts and plans.


Glider Gloves are the ultimate texting glove for any Smart Phone or touchscreen device. They are made from special conductive fibers that keep your hands warm while having access to text, by touching any part of the glove to the phone surface.  Unlike other touchscreen gloves, Glider Gloves are warm and don’t limit functionality to the tips of your fingers. The entire glove is touchscreen compatible, so you not only can use your fingertips to text, you can easily pinch the screen to zoom and even use your knuckle to swipe. I've been using these for a few weeks myself and I LOVE them! So much easier to use than any other pair of touchscreen gloves I've ever owned. AND they keep my hands warm too!


Did you know succulents are the trending plants for houseplants? They easily brighten up room yet require little care and sparing watering. They also make for great DIY projects such as succulents arrangements since they come in various shapes and sizes and can fit in small spaces. Succulents Box offers 150 varieties of succulents and monthly subscriptions boxes so there's a wide selection to choose from. It's nice because for the beginner you can get a subscription box that has everything all picked out for you, or for the succulents enthusiast you can pick out individual plants to complement their collection. Either way you go you won't be disappointed!


Now with dual drive, the new Create+ 3D printing pen is completely re-engineered to give you an ultra smooth and enhanced Doodling experience. Improvements include greater durability, reduced chances of nozzle clogging, and better speed control for doodling over big spaces or intricate details. The Create+ 3D printing pen is a versatile tool for ages 14+. Especially those that like to create art, design wearables, build models, decorate their space, fix things, or just play - the possibilities are limitless! Beginner-friendly so there is no need for special skills, a perfect gift for anyone who loves to create.


I'm not going to pretend like I know a thing about Soft Beads or even fishing tackle for that matter. I'm just going to say when my husband saw these packages on the kitchen table his face lit up and he got really excited. And if he gets excited then I know it's something good. The other thing I won't pretend is that I remember all of the conversation that happened once he picked up these packages and started inspecting them. It was kind of like Charlie Brown listening to his teacher. (And yes my husband was the teacher in this scenario.) Wha Wha Wha Wha. These are really awesome. Wha Wha Wha Wha. Great for fishing for...... I think I got the point. They are fisherman approved in my house and that's all that matters.

BnR Tackle's signature soft beads are excellent for steelhead, trout, and even salmon. These work especially well in the winter spawning months as the beads mimic fish eggs floating down the river, and the fish can't resist them! BnR Tackle's soft beads are available online through their website, and packs of 10 start at $5.29 + shipping. The beads are available in a wide range of colors and sizes from 8mm up to 20mm.


Wanna make that man in your life smile? Gift him these goodies from GearWrench. My teenage son saw them sitting on my desk and the first thing out of his mouth was "you can give me that set for Christmas". And that was followed by him explaining to me how he could use each of the items in his everyday life at work. I have to be honest it was a pretty good pitch on his part. And maybe, just maybe Santa might surprise him Christmas morning.

The GearWrench Bluetooth® Speaker and Radio features not just your typical Bluetooth capabilities but also the ability to listen to FM radio via the built in antenna. Great for those times your cell phone battery is getting low (which happens to my son almost daily at work)! Meets IP65 Specs for Dust and Water Resistance so it's great for indoors and out. And it has a six hour run time and 10 watt dual speakers with speakerphone feature. It's really an awesome all-in-one speaker.

Speaking of convenience and portability the GearWrench 500 Lumen Rechargeable Flashlight is just that. The smaller size makes it easy to slip in your pocket for use at a moments notice on the job. It features a dual 250 and 500 lumen rating so it gives off plenty of light. The rear activation switch makes it easy to turn on/off at the touch of a button. It has a sealed water resistant IP54 rating for dust and water spray. And lasts up to five hours on a single charge via the included lithium ion battery.

I'm pretty sure he was most excited about the GearWrench 12-1/2" Professional 500 Lumen Ultra-Thin Flex-Head Work Light of all three products though. He was telling me all about how he could use it when he was working under sinks and places that he needed both hands to work on things and couldn't spare one for a flashlight. It features an ultra-thin flex head that directs light in hard to reach places. As well as a magnet and hang hook for easy positioning. Dual light settings on the light bar - 500 Lumens on high 250 Lumens on low, and a single 30 lumen light on the top. It even has a low battery warning when there is five minutes of power left reminding you it's time to recharge.


The newly redesigned myCharge HubPlus 6700mAh portable charger is truly the only powerbank you'll ever need. With integrated Apple® Lightning™ and micro-USB cables, as well as the newly added USB port, staying charged on the go has never been easier.  Boasting a 30% reduction in size, the HubPlus is more compact and portable than ever before. Just drop it in your purse or jacket pocket on the way out the door and you're set to charge all of your devices on the go. With the myCharge HubPlus carrying cables is a thing of the past!


For people who want more out of every moment, BoomBoom has created all-natural, plant-based solutions to help you stay focused, feel refreshed, and be a better you. As someone that has been using essential oils for years I can attest to their usefulness. I'm a firm believer that they do help and often times choose my oils over OTC medications. I just love the idea of using something that's natural and from the earth vs. something synthetic for healing my body.

The Relax + Unwind blend of organic essential oils will soothe your mind/body and provide deep relaxation. While the Breathe + Focus blend of organic essential oils will enhance your breathing and increase your mental focus.


By now you know me and my love for the fun scents Softsoap comes out with through out the year. And just like always they are perfect yet again for the holidays. It's a festive time with peppermint and cherries all around!

Softsoap® Limited Edition Peppermint Fizz Moisturizing Body Wash
Embrace the holiday season and its festive fragrances with the new limited edition Peppermint Fizz moisturizing body wash. Experience an invigorating peppermint fragrance that creates a truly indulgent experience for the senses. This moisturizing body wash leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth, while retaining skin’s natural moisture.

Softsoap® Limited Edition Cherry Spritz Moisturizing Body Wash
Revel in the excitement of the holiday season with the new limited edition Cherry Spritz moisturizing body wash. Awaken your senses with the uplifting scent of cherry blossom, while the moisturizing formula keeps skin soft and smooth. This moisturizing body wash helps retain skin’s natural moisture.


Insect Shield Repellent Apparel protects against mosquitoes and ticks that have the potential to carry diseases such as Malaria, West Nile Virus, Dengue Fever, Lyme Disease and the Zika Virus. Their lifestyle collection offers a range of every day basics including shirts, pants, hats and accessories for men, women and kids. With built-in EPA-registered Insect Shield protection that lasts through 70 washings you don't have to spend your time worrying about bugs while outdoors with your family. Insect Shield uses a patent-pending process by which a formulation of the insect repellent permethrin is embedded in the clothing. Insect Shield has something for everybody on your Holiday list, even the family pet!


We've had this handy little speaker hanging in our shower for a couple weeks now and I have to say am very impressed. For the size it really belts out those tunes. I'm talking clear music that you can easily hear over the shower. My tween daughter loves to sing in the shower so this handy little fella definitely comes in handy in our house.  The SoundBot Shower Speaker has advanced digital sound, noise/wind reduction technology, and a unique loudspeaker cavity structure to deliver premium acoustic sound and enriched music listening experiences. It even has easy to access hands-free talking, volume up/down, fast forward/backward, pause/play, and power buttons right on the front so you can use them even while in the shower. It's water resistant so you don't even have to worry if you accidentally splash water on it. It's definitely a lot better than trying to hear music from your phone sitting on the bathroom sink while in the shower.


Now, there’s a better way to rub out all those kitchen prepping odors from your hands.​ ​Kirk’s, one of the largest natural soap brands in America, has just introduced a new Odor Neutralizing Hand Wash. Their odor neutralizing hand wash uses a unique, natural vegetable fermentation technology (similar to some natural deodorants) to completely eliminate kitchen prep smells, like fish and garlic. It’s also tough on every day pungent odors, dirt and grime. Premium Coconut Oil creates a creamy lather and soothing Aloe Vera ensures that your hands are left feeling soft, healthy and free of bad odors! Now no one will know what your hands went through before they arrived for those holiday gatherings.


Of course everything doesn't have to be about gifts you give to others. Even though Entry Ice Melt could be considered the "gift of safety". It's a great way to make sure you keep your friends and family safe when they are visiting for the holidays.

People, pets and the planet love Entry — the first 100% CHLORIDE-FREE de-icer that melts snow and ice in as little as 30 seconds, while you watch. Entry’s residue-free, liquid formula is safer for paws, plants, floors and metal. It’s also better for your drinking water and the planet. Above all, it clears ice and snow from sidewalks, driveways and other outdoor surfaces quickly, before your eyes – before slips and falls can happen.

This is a sponsored post on behalf of the above mentioned brand. I received product to share my honest and unbiased thoughts. However, all thoughts and opinions stated are my own and are in no way influenced by my partnership with mentioned brand.

Give him something he will actually use this Christmas!


The Detailing Rig from MYCHANIC Is a great gift for any guy that loves to work on vehicles. My husband was really excited because he is setting his up with tools and cleaning supplies for his motorcycle. The bucket is a handy place for him to store all of the smaller stuff while the underseat storage is good for larger things. Plus he can sit and scoot all the way around the bike doing things without having to get up and down multiple times. Definitely a lot faster and more convenient too.

Thursday

Holiday Gifts for One and All


The FABRIQ Chorus is a Bluetooth/wireless smart speaker that's the #1 Amazon Echo alternative. Every unit is even Alexa-enabled. Chorus is customizable with different patterns on the outside so you can hand pick your favorite pattern for your recipients (or yourself). You can connect up to 10 Chorus units throughout your home so you can create a whole house music system. I love it because I can just speak commands and hear the music I want. I don't even have to stop what I'm doing in the kitchen and dry off my hands! The included charging dock makes it quick and convenient to charge by simply setting the unit on the charger base. The sound quality is pretty amazing too for such a small speaker.

Friday

The Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket Jolt Speaker is the "Total Package"


My boys spend a lot of time outdoors. Pretty much any time they aren't at work they are outside doing something. And they are pretty much always listening to music while they are doing it too. They say it helps them to stay motivated to move. I guess I can see that because I enjoy music when I'm cooking or cleaning. It is definitely nice to have that added background sound. So I'm sure you can picture their excitement when this awesome speaker arrived from Altec Lansing. It's called the Mini LifeJacket Jolt Speaker and man does this thing put out some sound. For a speaker that's under 7" wide it really is quite the little performer. It's water proof, snow proof, and dust proof making it the perfect outdoor speaker for the boys. No worries if they accidentally get it dirty or forget it outside and it rains. Heck it even floats so they can take it out fishing with them and not have to worry. It's honestly the "total package" when it comes to portable speakers.


Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket Jolt Speaker
The Mini LifeJacket Jolt is the Bluetooth speaker that puts out impressive audio despite it's small size. The IP67 waterproof rated design lets you bring your music with you wherever you go with a 100 ft wireless range! Connect multiple Mini LifeJacket Jolt speakers together for double the sound. Up to 16 hours of battery plus a built-in smartphone charger lets you stay connected and the music jamming for hours. Ask questions, get answers and organize your day with "Just Ask", a feature that allows you to access your Siri and Hey Google voice assistant. Includes Qi Wireless Charging, a new feature that will keep your phone and other QI enabled devices powered with ease.

Buy it: You can purchase the Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket Jolt Speaker on the Altec Lansing website.

This is a sponsored post on behalf of the above mentioned brand. I received product to share my honest and unbiased thoughts. However, all thoughts and opinions stated are my own and are in no way influenced by my partnership with mentioned brand.

Wednesday

1MORE iBFree Sport Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones


The newly improved iBFree Sport Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones from 1More features improved sound quality and pairing with increased water protection and battery life. The internal Bluetooth® Chip with hi-res transmission technology provides meticulous sounding wireless listening experience without affecting sound quality. With an improved wireless range of 35 ft. and increased battery life of  9 hours of music play with 90 days of standby, you can enjoy your music anytime and anywhere! The headphones include three different sized ear tips and sport grips to ensure you get the right seal in your ear. The secure fit increases noise isolation, fullness, and bass providing you the best sound quality iBFree can offer. Available in space gray, red, or blue the iBFree Sport Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones have so much to offer they are the perfect at home, at work, or on the go headphone for anyone.

Sunday

Dads Who Rock Music CD #Giveaway - Ends 7/7


Looking for something to do this summer with dad? How about breaking it down to some fun music from Sugar Mountain PR. This fine collection they have put together is sure to be a hit with dads and their kids all summer long.

Sponsored By: Sugar Mountain PR

Hosted By: Love, Mrs. Mommy

Winner Will Receive: A collection of wonderful "Dads Who Rock" CDs! 

Including: Ants Ants Ants - "Why Why Why?", Red Yarn - "Red Yarn's Old Barn", Gunnar Madsen - "I Am Your Food", and Hot Peas 'N Butter - Back To The Land available on Amazon starting June 22nd!


Sugar Mountain PR is a public relations agency specializing in award-winning music and other media for children.
Open To US and must be 18+ to enter
Giveaway Dates ~ 6/9 9:00 AM EST through 7/7 11:59PM EST
Disclosure: Love, Mrs. Mommy and all participating bloggers are not held responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill their prize obligations. This giveaway is in no way endorsed or sponsored by Facebook or any other social media site. The winner will be randomly drawn by Giveaway Tools and will be notified by email. Winner has 48 hours to reply before a replacement winner will be drawn. If you would like to participate in an event like this please contact LoveMrsMommy (at) gmail (dot) com.

Monday

COBY Headphones & Bluetooth Speaker


The awesome people over at COBY sent me a couple of awesome Easter basket gift ideas. Now days teenage kids aren’t content with candy and trinkets so why not give them something they will actually use…and love! First up they sent me a pair of COBY Light-up Wireless Headphones. They offer a really nice crisp and clear sound. I like that you can even answer phone calls with the touch of a button and not have to even take your phone out of your pocket. The headphones even have built-in lights on the sides that flash along to the music which is cool too. My daughter was checking them out and thought it was fun to listen to her music in her bedroom in the dark so she could see them lighting up. Speaking of flashing lights, the Coby Light-Up Bluetooth Speaker also plays lights along with your music. And just like the headphones offers crisp, clear sound as well as the ability to answer phone calls with the touch of a button. Both of these are Bluetooth capable so you don’t have to plug anything into them to listen to the music from your device. I used both of them with my iPhone and had no issues connecting via Bluetooth connection. I was able to use all of the functions on each of them with ease. Well at least until I was done testing them, after that my daughter took the headphones and my teenage son took the speaker.



About COBY®: 
A market leader for over 30 years, COBY® was founded in 1991 and quickly became known for innovative electronics that give consumers the premium features they’re looking for at affordable prices. As a globally recognized brand registered in over 50 countries, COBY offers the possibility of ubiquitous extensions to a variety of industries, and is currently best known for creating audio and visual products and accessories that deliver a quality entertainment experience. COBY® is about connections. It’s the link between people and technology, innovation and attainability.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post on behalf of the above mentioned brand. I may have received monetary compensation and/or product in exchange for my honest and unbiased thoughts. However, all thoughts and opinions stated are my own and are in no way influenced by my partnership with mentioned brands.

Friday

Making music with the Casio CT-X700 Keyboard


With Father’s Day coming up now is the time to start thinking about those musically inclined dads. And Casio wants to be the one you think of when it comes to keyboards. They sent me their CT-X700 Keyboard to check out for myself and I have to say it’s pretty awesome. It features AXI sound, has 600 tones and 195 rhythms, features a smartphone shelf and tablet-ready music rest, 61 full-size touch-responsive keys, 1/4″ headphone out 1/8″ audio in class-compliant USB-MIDI, a bright back-lit LCD display and great-sounding built-in speakers. It’s powered by an AC adapter, or you can use 6 AA batteries for on the go use. It’s everything you would want in a keyboard and more. It’s modestly priced so it won’t break the budget and it’s a great choice for both casual or beginner players. I let my daughter use it since she plays percussion at school in the band and she thought it was awesome. She loved all of the built-in sounds and was especially excited to find drums since she just learned to play them herself.


About Casio:
Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions. Established in 1957, Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of “creativity and contribution" through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post on behalf of the above mentioned brand. I may have received monetary compensation and/or product in exchange for my honest and unbiased thoughts. However, all thoughts and opinions stated are my own and are in no way influenced by my partnership with mentioned brands.

Thursday

Moms Who Rock CD Collection #Giveaway - Ends 6/13


Sponsored By: Sugar Mountain PR Hosted By: Love, Mrs. Mommy

Winner Will Receive: A collection of wonderful "Moms Who Rock" CDs!

Sugar Mountain PR is a public relations agency specializing in award-winning music and other media for children.

Open To US and must be 18+ to enter
Giveaway Dates ~ 5/16 9:00 AM EST through 6/13 11:59PM EST
Disclosure: Love, Mrs. Mommy is not held responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill their prize obligations. This giveaway is in no way endorsed or sponsored by Facebook or any other social media site. The winner will be randomly drawn by Giveaway Tools and will be notified by email. Winner has 48 hours to reply before a replacement winner will be drawn. If you would like to participate in an event like this please contact LoveMrsMommy (at) gmail (dot) com.
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