Welcome the Jewel Kade Giveaway!

Win a beautiful handmade necklace!

Hosted by: Savory Savings and Gloriously Green Gal

Co-hosted by: Monica’s Rants, Raves & Reviews

Sponsored by: Jilly Seely Jewel Kade Stylist

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, it is time to start thinking of quality gifts for that mom-figure in your life.  Jewel Kade offers an assortment of beautiful and handmade jewelry pieces ranging from necklaces to bracelets and even charms!  Jewel Kade independent stylist, Jill Seely, is graciously sponsoring this giveaway to help you start your Mother’s Day gift giving!  You can win the same beautiful necklace that Krista from Savory Savings recently had the chance to review! 

 

Would you like to win a Jewel Kade necklace?  Enter with the Giveaway Tools below!  This giveaway is open to US residents, ages 18 and older and will run from April 1 through April 14, 2014 at 11 PM CST.  All entries are optional and will be verified.  Winner will be emailed (consider adding  gloriouslygreengal@gmail.com to your safe list) and will have 48 hours to respond or prize is forfeited and a new winner will be selected.

Good Luck!

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Krista from Gloriously Green Gal and Savory Savings received products from this sponsor to facilitate her review, no other compensation was received. All participating blogs are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  This giveaway is in no way associated with social media sites including Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

Las Vegas Monster Jam Finals March 21-22nd

 

Las Vegas Monster Jam Finals

March 21st - 22nd

 

Believe it or not this was my first time attending a Monster Truck event. I have been to more then my share of Car Shows that have famous Monster Trucks in them. But as far as an event showing what they can do? This was my very first!! I'd like to admit the moment I took my seat I was glued to the scene. It was so magical, infectious. It really was more then what I ever expected. I attended with my husband (a fan of any type of competition involving a vehicle) our 10 year old daughter and our 15 year old son. This is truely an event for all ages. The feeling in the air was so exciting!

 

As the cars came out I instantly picked my favorite. The "Avenger" it was a model of one of my favorite classic cars, a 56' 57' Chevy. Just beautiful. And it also gave it a bonus point for the color. My favorite, purple.

The Avenger in action

 

This event was so magical. The fireworks, the music, the trucks. All were superb!! My family had a great time. I HIGHLY recommend checking a Monster Jam event out. One bit of advice, bring some ear plugs if you have a sensitive kid or adult for that matter. I loved it!

 

One of the drivers in the "hot seat".

 

Seeing the drivers so close and being able to have them see your influence on their attitudes is really heart warming. They have such a love for their fans. Boy, do they show it!

 

Just a very small portion of the fireworks you can see.

 

It was truely a massive form of "American" Culture. These drivers have been to over 50 countries. I cannot even imagine how they got these massive trucks over deep ocean waters.

 

My Daughters favorite- Scooby Doo

 

If you have a son that loves Super Heros then this is an added event you may see great trucks of Spiderman, Batman, Captian America, and Iron Man and that is just to name a few. Seeing kids in the costumes in addition to their favorite truck, it was so cute!

 

The winner of the Freestyle Monster Jam. "Metal Mulisha", this is the jump the driver did right out of the gate! One of only a few high jumps of the night!

 

I would like to thank all that made this event special.

Alexas Angels Posi+tivit+y Bracelet Set Review + Giveaway.

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Alexas Angels Posi+tivit+y Bracelet Set

Pass It on

 

"Attitude is a choice, everyone loves a gift and posi+tivit+y is contagious!"

Keep one bracelet for yourself and share the others with loved ones, friends, or even strangers.

Pass it on and have fun!

Set of 3 stretch Positivity Bracelets are crafted of Nylon and Rhodium.

I love these. I love the story behind them. I love the thoughtfulness of gift giving. Not only to yourself but to others as well. Do you know of someone who deserves some positivity in their life?  Want to show someone you care and that your united? Alexas' Angels has the perfect tri-bracelets. One for you and two to pass on. 

 

Posi+tivit+y bracelets were developed after a devastating tornado hit the community of Windsor, CO, where Alexa's Angels headquarters. The bracelet sets were an immediate hit, serving as a way to keep a positive attitude and to share hope with others in the midst of tragedy. Their popularity has grown as customers find inspiration in the product and use it as a way to connect with others during times of tragedy and also for joyful occasions like weddings and family reunions. They make perfect gifts for friends, family and colleagues of all ages, bringing people together around a mutual desire to stay positive.

 Positivity Bracelets are a reminder that "attitude is a choice and positivity is contagious!" Packaged as a set of 3 bracelets, the carding explains their pass-it-on concept: "Keep one bracelet for yourself and share the others with loved ones, friends, or even strangers. Be positive! Pass it on and have fun!" Crafted of rhodium and nylon, they are stretch fit, one-size-fits-all bracelets.

The bracelet sets come in black, light pink, 6 bright colors, and two-toned school/team colors too! They are a great way to build team spirit and support a good cause.

See them all at http://alexas-angels.com/product-category/collection/positivity/?orderby=price

Positivity “Angels” love to share the Positivity Bracelets! Check out our site for "Pass it on" Bundles and fundraising options.

Shareyourpositivity.org
The front side of the bracelet's central metal piece reads "posi+ivi+y" and the reverse side directs the wearer to http://www.shareyourpositivity.org, a website inviting the public to share inspirational stories, photos, and quotes. Here, you’ll find stories of life situations made easier by friends and family members that reached out to share some hope. Some bracelet wearers share that the product help them stay hopeful through difficult medical diagnoses and treatments, to share encouragement with loved ones going through difficult passages, and to enforce a transformation of their own attitude in daily living. Positivity lovers may subscribe at the site to receive notices when a new post is shared.

About Alexa’s Angels
Women have connected with Alexa’s Angels designs since 1995 when founder Beth Lang first began selling her jewelry creations at art shows across the country. Since then, Beth and “her Angels” have grown Alexa’s Angels into a fashion-forward accessory company well known for its innovative and stylish designs. Each piece is thoughtfully designed to inspire heartfelt emotions. Wearable, giftable and meaningful, designs by Alexa’s Angels create connections and nurture a sense of well being. Proud to be a company with a social conscience, the team at Alexa’s Angels is dedicated to creating, finding and supporting programs that benefit women.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. I did not have an opportunity to use this feature yet. I will fill in the blog when I do so. I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Welcome to the Origami Owl Giveaway

Hosted by The Nurse Mommy

If you haven’t heard about Origami Owl you definitely want to if you like jewelry. Bella wanted a car for her 16^th birthday and asked her parents. They told her she needed to raise the money herself. So she did, she started Origami Owl. The rest is history and she bought a white Jeep.

Origami Owl is a jewelry line that you can add charms too. It’s not like a charm bracelet per say. You actually put the charms inside the see through locket. You can add dangles to the outside of it. 

I know Mother’s Day isn’t for a few months, but this would be perfect for just about any mom, or even a birthday gift, even a baby shower gift for an expectant mother. You can always order from the website, but can also Contact Sally if you have questions about what to order or how it will fit together.

To see the full review Click HERE

Chances of winning depend on entries received.

Open to US residents 18 years and older

Prize Valued at $103

All entries will be verified by The Nurse Mommy

Winner has 48 hours to reply  to this notification email or another winner will be selected

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HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY GUYS & DOLLS

Happy St. Paddy's Day

Thanks to Pinterest and Amy Locurto over at http://www.livinglocurto.com/ this weekend Sunni Bunny and I decided to make these cards to hand out to her BFF's at school. Although her school has a strict "no pinching" policy we still thought it would be cute to make some green loom bracelets for St. Paddy's Day.

 

**The card says, "Happy St. Patrick's Day, Lucky You, I made you this to avoid a pinch**

 

Sorry about the blurry picture above. I was in a hurry getting Sunni ready for school and I wanted to get a picture of at least one of her cards since I am sure they will all be gone by this afternoon!

 

Below is the image that caught our eye on Pinterest. We printed the card on cardstock weight paper and I helped Sunni make two small slits on each side to display the loom bracelet. Sunni put the opened bracelet thru the slits then used an "S" clamp to attach on the inside of the card.

 

Here are a few St. Paddy's Day fun facts to share with your friends today

Special thanks to National Geographic-nationalgeographic.com

 

 

No Snakes in Ireland?

A very popular St. Patrick myth is the claim that he banished snakes from Ireland. It's true no snakes exist on the island today, Luther College's Freeman said—but they never did. Ireland, after all, is surrounded by icy waters—much too cold to allow snakes to migrate from Britain or anywhere else.

Since snakes often represent evil in literature, "when Patrick drives the snakes out of Ireland, it is symbolically saying he drove the old, evil, pagan ways out of Ireland [and] brought in a new age," Freeman said. The snake myth, the shamrock story, and other tales were likely spread by well-meaning monks centuries after St. Patrick's death, Freeman said.

 

 

 

 

St. Patrick's Day: Made in America?

Until the 1970s, St. Patrick's Day in Ireland was a minor religious holiday. A priest would acknowledge the feast day, and families would celebrate with a big meal, but that was about it.

"St. Patrick's Day was basically invented in America by Irish-Americans," Freeman said.

Timothy Meagher, an expert in Irish-American history at Washington, D.C.'s Catholic University, said in 2009 Irish charitable organizations originally celebrated St. Patrick's Day with banquets in places such as Boston, Savannah, and Charleston, South Carolina. Eighteenth-century Irish soldiers fighting with the British in the U.S. Revolutionary War held the first St. Patrick's Day parades. Some soldiers, for example, marched through New York City in 1762 to reconnect with their Irish roots.

Other parades followed in the years and decades after, including well-known celebrations in Boston, Philadelphia, and Chicago, primarily in flourishing Irish immigrant communities.

"It becomes a way to honor the saint but also to confirm ethnic identity and to create bonds of solidarity," said Meagher.

 

 

Dyeing the River Green for St. Patrick's Day

Sometime in the 19th century, as St. Patrick's Day parades were flourishing, wearing the color green became a show of commitment to Ireland, Meagher said. In 1962 the show of solidarity took a spectacular turn in Chicago when the city decided to dye a portion of the Chicago River green.

The tradition started when parade organizer Steve Bailey, head of a plumbers union, noticed how a dye used to trace possible sources of river pollution had stained a colleague's overalls a brilliant green, according to greenchicagoriver.com. Bailey thought, Why not use the dye to turn the whole river green on St. Patrick's Day? So began the tradition. The environmental impact of the dye is minimal compared with pollution from sewage-treatment plants, Margaret Frisbie, the executive director of the advocacy group Friends of the Chicago River, said in 2010. Rather than advising against the dye, her group focuses on turning the Chicago River into a welcoming habitat full of fish, herons, turtles, and beavers. If the river becomes a wildlife haven, the thinking goes, Chicagoans won't want to dye their river green. "Our hope is that, as the river continues to improve, ultimately people can get excited about celebrating St. Patrick's Day different ways," she said.

 

 

 

  

Lammily the Realistic Doll

The NEW Doll Lammily

Join the doll revolution and help this creators dream of a healthy image doll

 

Visit the crowd funding here:

https://www.lammily.com/average-is-beautiful

 

What if Fashion Dolls Were Made Using Standard Human Body Proportions?

This is the question I asked myself after comparing fashion dolls to typical body proportions. HuffingtonPost, Yahoo! Shine, Today, Time, LA Times, Good Morning America, CNN, CBS, Cosmopolitan, The Daily Beast, BBC Radio and other news outlets featured my project.

Many people were asking, "Where can we get a doll like this?".

https://www.lammily.com/average-is-beautiful

Lammily-Realistic Healthy Doll for girls to admire

*I did not receive any compensation or sample for this post. I admire http://nickolaylamm.com/ (Nickolay Lamm) for his vision.*

Make Lammily a reality. I've donated to the crowd funding site so my 10 year old will get her limited edition doll just in time for Christmas 2014. Let's make this dream come true. We have 28 days left as of today March 7th, 2014.

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Personalized Name A Star Gift Review and Giveaway

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

This product is a name a star service. You will receive a certificate with the persons name you have named the star after with it's co-ordinates. You will also receive instructions how to view the star with google earth, where the recipient of the gift will see a personalized message left by you. A great gift ideal for so many occasions including Birthdays, Xmas, Thanksgiving, Anniversaries, Valentines, Births, Christenings.

 

I gave my daughter the gift of a star. My experience was so great I wanted to get a star for each on of my kids. When you feel like the person has everything, this is the best gift. It's so unique and such a fun way to tell someone how much you really care and that you believe they are such a gift in your life they deserve the best. And the best od course is a star that is named after them.a great gifts opportunity would be the ending to a well played recital, an outstanding sports season. Even a milestone Birthday. Name a Star is the best way to prove that some gifts are immeasurably endless.

 

 

 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

 

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Wearever undergarments for Men &Women Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

 

 

 

 

Product Description

Ever have those embarrassing leakage moments or do you leak a little when you laugh or sneeze? Stay comfortable and protected with Wearever Women's and Men's Underwear solutions!

Wearever Women's and Men's Underwear: Choose Wearever Underwear for maximum protection and reusability. Our selection of absorbent male and female undergarments feature sewn-in Unique-Dri™ pads that trap liquid and are treated with odor eliminating Agion™ antimicrobial fibers. Whether you have minor leaks or major ones, these underwear help you feel protected and comfortable. Most importantly, these underwear help maintain your dignity! Say goodbye to adult diapers and pads once and for all. Wearever offers various styles to meet every preference and come in light, moderate and heavy absorbency options. More economical than disposables Wearever incontinence underwear is recommended good for hundreds of washes.

 

In my experience Wearever Undergarments are very well made. Luckily I still have my grandparents. And in their 80's it's harder for them to go on statewide vacations and car shows like they used to. My grandfather tried out the men's boxer briefs from Wearever and he was surprised at the quality and fit. Durability was also a key to these undergarment being successful and popular designs make the garments a company I would go to again and again.

 

Support Ovarian Cancer National Alliance with Wearever Purchases this February

 

A portion of proceeds from sales of select Wearever products will benefit nonprofit Ovarian Cancer National Alliance this February. Wearever is partnering with the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance to raise money in support of ovarian cancer awareness and programs for women with this disease. Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer-related death among women and the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers.

Throughout the month of February 2014, 10 percent of proceeds from the Wearever women’s underwear line will be donated to OCNA. This includes all sizes, styles, colors and purchases in singles, three-packs and six-packs from the Wearever Women's Incontinence Panties line. To learn more, visit www.WeareverUS.com.

 

Connect with Wearever here:

www.Facebook.com/WeareverUS

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I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

 

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Stainless steel and Gridded Nylon Cocktail Muddler Review

 

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

 

 

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day! To be honest I am not a bartender nor do I consider myself the go to on adult beverages. I'm working on it. So I have to tell you that I am slowly building up my wet bar. Can I be honest? This Muddler is a MUST have. I would say 60% of my guests ask for something fruity. And squeezing fruit by hand is tedious. Right? Another confession. I first hear about a Muddler watching "Vanderpump Rules" most fancy cocktails require a fresh herb or fruit. A Muddler is your go to tool. This should be in every wet bar, whether just for parties or to add to your man cave bar.

 

Mint julip use the Muddler, froo-froo cocktail, use this Muddler. Get my drift? Wow your guests with the best herb and fruit infused cocktails. The Muddler extracts every bit of flavor from herb leaves, citrus fruits and dried spices easily and quickly, for a difference you can really taste! As you can see the rows of "teeth" can really get in there and extract every bit of flavor. The nylon head will not scratch your precious glass and as a bonus that makes this Muddler durable and worth it's weight in gold! Unlike some wood muddlers, this one will not stain and carry flavors from one drink to another. The Epica Muddler is the way to go! It's comfortable to hold, you do not need man power to use it and it is dishwasher safe! Mojito, Mint Tulip anyone?

 

Get social with Epica Muddlers:

http://www.amazon.com/Epica-Stainless-Gridded-Cocktail-Muddler/dp/B00G3LLUWM

http://homeandkitchenmart.com/product/epica-stainless-steel-gridded-nylon-cocktail-muddler/

 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

 

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Fun Valentines Vlogbox Jadore Oh La La Review

Who doesn't love seeing this on their doorstep?

I love getting to try out new products. Without influence. Without bias. It's a great way for me to share my product experiences with you, my faithful readers! If you have any questions on any of these products please feel free to contact me at Dvldoll@gmail.com and I will be happy to go into more detail on any product listed here. I also advise you to check out each products social links for great deals, coupons or specials going on right now or in the future. As an added bonus I would love it if you followed the product you have tried and tell the company how much you love them or what they can do to improve. It never hurts and each product I have had the pleasure of trying has always welcomed feedback. Even the products I haven't enjoyed. Each company that I review for as a must, is up for my responses either good or bad. Otherwise it wouldn't be a true and honest review, right?

 

Here are all the goodies I received to test and review for the J'adore box. Everything planned for a wonderful "Oh La La" experience.

Included in my VlogBox:

Hershey's Milk Chocolate Kisses

Vaseline- Mens Spray Lotion

Red Rose Simply Indulgent Teas

Boots Botanics Shine Away Ionic Clay Mask

John Frieda Frizz Ease- 3 Day Straight

Kiss Nails- Looks so Natural Lashes

Whenever I see this box I get so excited. Here's why. I feel like my VlogBox is always made with my personality in mind. I love this box especially because there is not one item in here that will not go to tramendously good use in my home. (I see you eyeballing those Hershey's Kisses). When I opened it you could picture me doing the silly seal clap and squeak noises coming out of my ear to ear grin.

 

We will start the day off right with the yummy Hershey's Kisses. If you have never had the pleasure of trying one of these chocolate delights I implore you to just try a bite. You will not be able to stop at just one. Now think of this. Women love chocolate, it's a proven fact...isn't it? Well it is in my household! We will leave it at that. So imagine trying one of these while you indulge yourself in these other products!

Get social with Hershey's kisses:

http://www.influenster.com/review/hersheys-kisses-milk-chocolates?revkey=52ebd6f2568c925c467b9151

@hersheyskisses / #loveandkisses

 

Next we have Vaseline Men's Spray Lotion. This was not an item I personally used but, my son and husband have been fighting over it since I casually set it on the bathroom counter for a test to see who would used it. Our son already uses Vaselines Men's regular lotion so I figured he wouldn't know the difference. I was wrong. First day back to school after the Holiday my son decided to wake me up with a "Mom, where did you get this?" He wanted to buy out the stock right away.. Haha. Needless to say he loves it. Upon further questioning he also loves the fact that as a 16 year old and always being in a hurry he can spray quickly in the dry areas and be on with his rush. He also admitted on the down low that the scent is a lot better then my froo-froo scented cherry blasted lotion.

Get social with Vaseline:

http://www.influenster.com/review/vaseline-men-spray-lotion-28?revkey=52e6e149568c92249144c354

@VaselineBrand / #MenSpray

 

You say tea, I say Red Rose. Leave it to Red Rose to come up with the most indulgent tea on the planet! So delectable, creamy for a tea. Try staying home and trying this while you indulge in a kiss? Sure why not? And as your siping this delightful tea just try to feel an ounce of pity for those people waiting in 20-30 minute drive thrus or dealing with those high and mighty "baristas".

Get social with RedRose:

@ShareRedRose / #SimplyIndulge

Boots Botantics was so fun to try. Growing up I always had my Mom buy me any experimental face cleanser. I loved being able to use a piece of that again. Boots Botanicals really knows how to make clean and precise products. Rain or shine their products come in very helpful to my skin care needs. This product is a shining star in the galaxy of beauty products. I cannot say anything better to prove how much I am in love with their clay mask!

Get social with Boots Botanics:

http://us.boots.com/

I personally do not have "frizzy" but about 6 Months ago I figured my daughters thin hair might fair better if I gave her a "Summer" perm. Now I know what your thinking. Yes, I was a child and teen of the 80's/90's and yes 12 years out of 18 years I did hone a mom/grandma forced home perm. But, Sunni Bunny really did wear it well at first. At first being the key word. Now that 60% of the perm has fallen flat. What we have left brings home the whole new meaning of the description "rats nest". So you can imagine my excitement when I was able to sample John Frieda's Frizz Ease spray for flat ironing. The awesome thing? It actually does what it says and last for 3-days. That is without hairspray. Now that my daughter has thicker hair and is about to enter junior high, all I have to do is have her wash her hair, once it's dried I flat iron it with little spray then TA-DA she's good for 3-days of straight hair. And the steam from her daily showers or baths do not affect it. Truly no fuss hair. And I don't have to see my perm mistake and her "rat nest"

Get social with John Frieda:

http://www.johnfrieda.com/en-US/Home

I am an avid addict of "false" eyelashes. I have a few. And I actually love wearing them. My eyes are big so wearing lashes makes them pop! I figured this out when I turned 26. We went to a Rockabilly Car show and I decided to go "full throttle" 50's. False eyelashes are a big part of the Marilyn area. I put my hair in victory rolls, and doned my eyes in falsies and I have ever since. Ten years whoa, has it been that long? Sheeesh. Who knew Kiss Nails also made lashes? Well they make all of the above! Super great product. Check it out in your local CVS, Walgreens, Wal-mart, really any drugstore where Kiss items are sold!

Get social with Kiss Nails and eyelashes:

http://www.kissusa.com/

 

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

 

 

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