Archives for May 2012

Tombow Glue

Even if you’re not a crafter, you probably need glue every once in a while and get frustrated when you can’t find it.  In my case, one of the kids has usually hijacked it.  I received a Tombow glue applicator to review and was silently gloating that it looks a bit like the white-out so my kids won’t try to sneak away with it!

First of all, these are refillable.  Nice and friendly for the Earth.
Secondly, they are really handy.  Not messy, doesn’t dry out (at least, mine didn’t.)
And the glue is permanent!    I expected it to come out like the little glue dots, but it’s more like a clear liquid.  It makes it a bit to tell where you’ve put it, but just pay attention and you’ll be fine.  It’s very precise, so there’s no mess or excess to clean up.  The bond is really strong, too.  I think this is a great product to have around the house for those times when you need a bit of glue.

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.

 

Freebie Friday: $5 gift certificate and good deal on LetterLearning.com

If you have a hard time getting your kids to write thank-you notes, consider getting these cuties from LetterLearning.com.  They are super cute and have traceable letters so that your little one can easily fill out a card on his own.  My daughter loves hers and we always get compliments on the cute cards.
I just got an email with a special offer on these……  here’s what it said:
Happy Early Mother’s Day to all of you Pirate and Princess Moms out there!

We think you (and your wallet) deserve a little break so we’re offering you a **FREE** set of note cards (12 note cards) with any purchase over $25.  Just use code “freenotecards” (expires 6/10/12, cannot be combined with any other offers…except the free shipping over $30)
How about $5??  Just send us a pic of your child(ren) using Letter Learning cards that we can post on our site to ellen@letterlearning.com OR just post it to our Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/letterlearning), AND we’ll send you a $5 gift certificate to Letter Learning’s store.

Either one of these options would make for some inexpensive note cards that are really something special! 

Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post.  I really like this product and wanted to share it with you.

Freebie Friday: Nookbook downloads

Wow, there are lots of free downloads available right now!  I posted a bunch last night, and today found even more.  I hope you find a few that you like from this list.  Always check to make sure it’s still free before you download.  Enjoy!

I really like Kristin Hannah’s books, and was excited to see this short story as a free download.

I received no compensation for this post.  The opinions shared here are 100% mine.

Friday Freebie: NookBook downloads

Here are some free downloads to keep your Nook busy this weekend!
Just click on the book cover to go to the download link.  As always, please verify that the book is still FREE before clicking “submit.”

Don’t forget to look at the scrolling bar below each book on the B&N site….there are usually some more freebies on that section!

Most of this series was free, so check the scrollbar below the link!

And a couple for the kids….

How to get a free Panera treat

The girls at work love to get away for a yummy lunch every once in a while.  Most of us pack or buy the school lunch (yuck) but every so often, we have what we call “Lady Lunch” at Panera.  I love their salad and soup combo. [Read more…]

Go Green! Hot Tub Covers #spacap

This post is sponsored by SpaCap.

Going green?  Check out spacap.com for replacement spa covers that can help you meet your Earth-friendly goal.  Spacap covers are custom made in the USA.  What makes them different, though, is their inherent insulation quality.  Traditional spa covers generally use foam to insulate.  The foam becomes too heavy with water to lift and then breaks.  So what do you do?  Replace it.  Repeat the cycle. Over and over.  Not only do you waste time and money, but you’re also contributing a lot of waste to landfills.   

Spacap offers a solution to this problem by using air to insulate.  This helps the cover to be more lightweight. No worries about saturation and breakage problems. Your spa will be warm and ready to use.  With proper care, your cover should even last longer.  So you’ve saved time, money, and headaches!   

And as you can see from the picture, the cover has a natural dome which means water and debris will run off.  Thank you, gravity!!  This all means less trouble lifting off the cover. 
If you’re considering a new spa cover this spring, definitely head over to spacap and see the difference for yourself!

Disclosure: This was a sponsored post.  The product information was provided by the sponsor and written in my own words.

Thrifty Thursday: Private Selection from Kroger

Disclosure: I received products for free. Opinions shared are mine.

I was invited to participate in the Private Selection campaign at BzzAgent.  So excited!  We shop at Kroger fairly often, and I always choose Private Selection products when we have the option.  My favorites are their strawberry preserves and Parmesan cheese wedge (not together, of course.)  The price is great and the quality is fantastic!!!  You can find Private Selection items alongside the national brands on the shelf, so they’re just as convenient to find. [Read more…]

Recipe for homemade dog food

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of homemadedogfood.com for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

It’s common knowledge that food allergies are on the rise.  It seems like we all know someone who has to avoid certain ingredients due to food sensitivities or recall notices.  Our furry friends are no different.  When my mother-in-law told me that her dog was allergic to dog kibble, I scoffed. She feeds her dog simply cooked meat that she prepares herself.  Who ever heard of such a thing?!   Well, then I got a dog, too.  And guess what?  My dog choked, coughed, and gagged on several brands of store-bought dog food.  We have to be very careful with her because she does seem to have food allergies.  SIGH.   Additionally, there are so many food recalls and safety issues with pet food.  So what about making your dog’s food at home?

Homemade dog food was an idea I was willing to research.  Finding the perfect balance between good-for-the-dog ingredients and being cost-conscious was a must.  Easy cooked dog food recipe ?  No problem!  This recipe uses only 5 ingredients, albeit large quantities of those ingredients.  I preferred a cooked recipe because I have young children and can’t risk either of them eating or even handling raw meat.   This is basically like a meatloaf with dog vitamin supplements. Because this recipe yields 48 cups of dog food, I would probably try to find a friend who would want to split it with me, at least at the beginning until I knew my dog would take to it. [Read more…]

Tricities Tuesday: Treat yourself to a KB Burger today

Who would have thought that a burger place could make my day?  Well, if you know me, it totally can.  And did!!!   Starting on May 6, KB Burgers on Memorial Blvd. in Kingsport is open 7 DAYS A WEEK!!!   If you haven’t been there yet, what in the world are you waiting for?!

KB Burger is a little mom-and-pop type diner on Memorial Blvd. in Kingsport just past the Exxon station off John B. Dennis Hwy.  It’s been there as long as I have lived here, and that’s been about 14 years.  I couldn’t even find a picture of it online, but was impressed that they do have a Facebook page.

When you go, don’t expect it to be fast food in the sudden sense.  [Read more…]

CLOSED Magical Mother’s Giveaway: Copy-Kids, Whole Foods gc

Welcome to the 
Magical Mother’s Day Giveaway Hop
sponsored by Planet Weidknecht and
Going Crazy!! Wanna Go??!!
Dozens of blogs have joined together to offer you bunches of prizes!
After you enter my giveaway here, be sure to visit
each participating blog below to enter all the giveaways!
The giveaway begins at 12:01 a.m. on May 7, 2012 and
ends at 11:59 p.m. on May 14, 2012.
MY GIVEAWAY IS…
Copy-Kids DVD and $25 Whole Foods Gift Card

Copy-Kids wants to make mealtime a happier event for everyone in your house.  Imagine not fighting your kids to just try one bite of their veggies.  Imagine your kids actually wanting to eat their broccoli!  Read my review of Copy-Kids to find out how this can be possible.  While watching Copy-Kids, my children snacked on red bell pepper, cucumbers, and tomatoes.  It was a fun moment to see my children try something new without any tears or negotiating.  The winner of the giveaway will receive a DVD of Copy-Kids to enjoy.

To make Copy-Kids an even bigger success at your house, Copy-Kids is providing the giveaway winner with a  $25 gift card to Whole Foods.  Buy the veggies and fruits ahead of time so that you can have them on hand when you watch the DVD.   (Hint: Save time and possibly money by buying them already washed and chopped from the salad bar!)

Copy-Kids is so close to having 2000 Facebook fans, click here to help them out by liking them!

Thank you, Copy-Kids, for the generous giveaway prize!
The giveaway is open to US and CANADA readers.  Enter using the Rafflecopter form below.  Good luck!

Disclosure: I received a copy of this video for review.  The opinions are 100% mine.

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