Rainbow Bandz Loom Kit Review

Okay, I do not know if you guys have noticed the trend around school, these rainbow band bracelets? Well, after tons and tons of begging from my girls, I caved.

I was worried about a mess ... But this loom kit comes in a box (not like the small plastic bags you can get at Walmart) Which, gave them a place of substance to put everything back in when done. AKA, No small rubber bands all over the carpet.

At first Erin (My 10 year old) had a little trouble figuring it out. But once she did ... (read the directions like I told her) She was a non stop bracelet making machine. Her arms are covered in them along with her sisters. I even got a few.

The bands are different then the ones from wally world. I think I actually like these better. At least the colors. They don't tend to break as easy when stretched either.

I didn't notice a smell, but then again, I tend to only smell things if its going on my skin. The little pen thing that comes with it. A GOD SEND! They had tried to make these with their fingers, but after a few bracelets their fingers would hurt and they would stop. Not anymore. They have that little dohicky and off they go.

I love the fact that it keeps them busy. I love the fact it came with so many bands and not just 100 ... I can go on and on. There is honestly not one thing to dislike about this kit. It is well worth the money!

I will be buying a few others ... so my girls do not fight over who gets to use it.

LOVE IT!
You will too. You can get yours here http://www.amazon.com/rainbow+bandz+loom+kit/dp/B00HUJX6VY/ie=UTF8?m=A5UTI14EIBHZ0&keywords=loom+kit

Thanks for stopping by xxDee


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.

The Tenth, by Smadar Shir (Book Review)

At first, I was skeptical about reading this one. War, isn't my favorite subject. Not after my husband having been in the military for all those years. That being said, I wanted something new. I needed to find something other than horror, love, or self help-how to's. So I gave this one a shot.

At first ... I had to force myself to read. It was almost as if I mentally blocked it. But then it just sort of seeped in. After a few pages I was hooked. Once I got into it, I couldn't put it down. I think I even held my kindle while vacuuming that last day, I was too emotionally attached to set it down the five minutes it would take. I needed every second to the end.

This story is an incredibly-abled emotionally tapped story. I cried, I laughed, I cried again. The crying got to me, I do not normally cry, but on this one, I cried like a baby.

The story itself is well written. Descriptive in the right places, without going on seven pages to describe, say a tree. A writer who definitely knows where to describe and where to let the reader take it where they will.

The characters are real ... they feel real. You can almost step into the souls of these characters. They very much become a part of your psyche.

This is a story about a hero ... in which he very much was.
I would recommend this one. It definitely got to me. and that is not easy to do.

If interested you can get yourself a copy here. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KCX3DEK/ref=oh_d__o03_details_o03__i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

As always, thanks for stopping by!
XXDee
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What a night!

What a night! If there is one thing in this world, that I could wish away *It's nights that children spend getting sick* There is nothing more heartbreaking than watching your child bent over the potty heaving till they have nothing left. There is nothing quite able to turn your stomach, than spending the hours of 2 am-3am cleaning up the mess that they left room to room on their way to wake you.
I am exhausted. I am sure they she is exhausted.

You know, I feel like this might be karma. All those days that the girls stayed home sick from school, simply so we could have girl days. Or because they faked being sick and I fell for it.
Now we are making up for it. Instead of missing school days, based off REAL sickness. We are missing summer. Poor little momma's!

I am thinking today should be a sit and relax with movies, stories and maybe even a nap, type of day.

I'm half way done with the first draft of "Bless me father." A follow up with Alice from "Fertilizer." I actually have enjoyed writing this one. I have also prayed non stop since beginning it.
I've since published 2 other short stories. Grant you, I published them under a false name. Two reasons. ONE -  I am curious if I can make it as a writer, without the help of family and friends. I want to see if strangers can find my work and keep it going. I need to know I can really do this. Two: because they are erotic stories and I do not want those connected to my children's stories. I do however put a link in them at the end of the book to my authors page. So I guess only the people who happen across them will know who I really am. I feel good about that.


Tried these bacon wrapped hotdogs last night "Found it on Pinterest and thought, hmmmmm" Before you knew it, they were prepared and on the grill. They are something I would honest refer to as heart attack on a bun. BUT, they are so good. One is more than enough, two makes them sit like a rock at the bottom of your stomach. They are delicious, but not something you would want to make weekly or even monthly. I literally felt an extra roll form while eating.


Well, I think its time to get some food for the belly, grab our hard copy of Freddy the frog. Make a fort, and lay under it reading, maybe follow up with a scary movie. For some reason, THE EVIL DEAD is calling my name. Avery says, we should watch mama!

Here is hoping for a better day than night. I wish you all well too!



One last note ALL THREE of my stories are available for free today.
It's not so bad! a children's story. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KRO89G6
Freddy the frog "Finding friends a childrens story. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KO7NV4Q
Fertilizer (a short story about revenge.) http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KHAN6YK

as always, thank you for stopping by. Have a great day everyone. xxDee

Ice Ball Mold Review

Okay, normally I would not go around saying things like "Check out these ice trays, or ice cube makers, etc." But at this moment I have got to say it "Check out these ice ball molds!"

First thing I love : The big ball of ice floating in my glass reminds me of the moon. It's cute. I might be weird, but it just LOOKS GOOD in the glass!

Second thing I love : It is ONE LARGE BALL, not a bunch of tiny pieces of ice to either A(Clog your straw) Or B (Suck down your throat at the wrong time to choke you.)

Third thing I love : My dog. My dog Marley is a huge ice lover. On hot days we can go through half the ice bucket just trying to keep him cool when we are hanging around outside.  He will lick this giant ice ball for EVER until he melts it down enough to chew. It is simply awesome. (He gets a long time moment of enjoying a cool icey treat, and I get the enjoyment of knowing that if I have used all the ice balls, and the new ones are not frozen, I have not used up most of the ice on outdoor play.

They feel like a wii remote cover (the clear covers) they have a line that shows you where to stop the water. KNOW THAT, if you are like me and fill that baby up all the way ... it will come out of the hole and freeze down the side. BUT, it flakes right off, does not damage the ice mold. They are easy peasy when it comes to taking the ice balls out. I thought it might be hard, or they might get stuck. But they didn't.

They are slow melting ... which is good. Because I like my rum cold, but not watered down too much.

Comes in packages of three (Advice) Get a few packages, or make sure that when you get one for your drink, you empty the other two and refill them so a new batch is started while you enjoy your drink. They are addictive.

Oh and another plus ... It comes with this nifty little collapsible funnel.

I would definitely have people try these ... I know the few people who have come over, I have been like. How awesome is that. "It definitely catches peoples eye."

You can get yours at  http://www.ice-ball-mold.com/tomoson-iceballs-promo

thanks for stopping by xxDee
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Argan + Coconut + Jojoba Oil Hair Treatment + Elixir Review

I decided to give this stuff a try based on the fact that I needed something to make my hair soft. I have to switch shampoos/ conditioners regularly because after awhile my hair just reacts badly to them.  It was getting stringy. Dry, brittle. Frankly I was worried that those reasons were contributing to the fact that A lot of my hair was just falling out. (my husband insures me that its just because summer is coming.) Either way ... I tried this stuff out.

It works great when it comes to a heat resistant protector. I curl my hair a lot. It always, ALWAYS smells like it was caught on fire when I am finished. So I would have adorable curls that smelled like I was a house fire victim. "This stuff." (Do not spray into hair- Spray into palm, rub it around a little and then apply to the end of the hair.) I find that if you just spray it on your hair, it leaves it oily and doesn't give your curls that bounce. Also heavy use tends to let your hair fall flat quicker. So I highly suggest highly that you rub it around in your palms before lightly applying it to your hair.  That being said, My hair at the ends do not seem to be getting beat up as badly. Less split ends, so I do believe that its protecting from the damage I put my hair through with that curling iron. Also, My hair doesn't smell like I burnt myself when I use it.

I tried it as a leave in conditioner. It works obviously ... But I would not use as a leave in conditioner when you have to go out. It does leave the hair oily slightly. So unless you have your hair in a bun or up in some way. I would only use it as a stay in conditioner when you will be home. But I do recommend that you use it as a stay in conditioner. I do not know what it was, but the one day I did that ... then next day I used my regular shampoo and conditioner and my hair had never been softer.
Felt like right after a salon visit.

My hair does have a shine too it. It does seem healthier. I wouldn't use this every day. But I will use it weekly as a stay in conditioner, and anytime I curl my hair.

Its not a bad product by any means.

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.

MuscleCare Review

Anyone out there with pain? Arthritis?  I know I review a lot and I love a lot. But this one I have to praise REALLY PRAISE.

I wanted to try this. One, because I had just started an exercise routine and Frankly a body not used to doing physical activity tends to be in pain after a hard work out. Second, because my husband has arthritis. He is always in pain and I was on full hope mode that this would help.

We have tried all the store brands, even prescriptions that do not even come close.
ALSO ... AND HERE IS THE BIG REASON THAT I HOPE ANYONE IN PAIN FINDS THIS.

I have plantar fasciitis ... For those of you out there WHO DO NOT KNOW. It hurts. BADLY. My doctor has prescribed this cream that I am to rub in. It works to a point. Out of curiosity since it had done so well on my arms and legs (even bum from squats) I decided to give it a try on my foot.

The one I tried comes in a roll on applicator.

I rolled that sucker on my foot and I swear almost instantly the pain was gone. "I realize this medicine does not say it can help the pain from a foot disorder. But me as a user am here to tell you THAT IT DOES!  It was quicker to relieve the pain, quicker than even my prescribed medicine. It worked better too. You can bet your bum I plan on telling my doctor this too. I would use this stuff for my foot alone.

But I will continue with the review.  My husbands body is riddled with arthritis due to his LYME disease. It helps. It didn't take his pain away completely. But It helped. His knees didn't feel as stiff. His hands were a more easily flexed.

I used this on my neck "From a night of sleeping wrong" It helps. I do not know what they put in it to make this stuff take that pain. But I am sure glad they did. This stuff will never not be in my home. After trying it. After seeing the benefits. I would be a fool to try something else.

Its a full 10 in my book! LOVE IT! love that I don't hurt the moment I roll it on!



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Bedtime Bliss Sleep Mask Review

Okay, so I will be honest right up front. I have NEVER in my life used a sleep mask for the purposes of actually sleeping. So this was my first experience ever.

First off, I was super excited to try this. I have problems sleeping. The blue light from the cable box, the lights from the alarm, even the light from the moon seeping into the window disturbs me. I can not sleep with lights. "This particular mask stated that it shuts out all light." IT DOES. It truly does. It did not lie about that at all! The only time I saw light is when I had the mask too lose and could see through the small crack by my nose.

Did I mention that yet? It has an adjustable "Velcro strap" Which was  a plus. I have used sleep masks for reasons other than sleeping and I can imagine that tossing and turning is much the same as for what I used it for. "They ones that tie, they come off too easy." THIS ONE STAYED IN PLACE.

So it has TWO THINGS going for it in my favor. Keeps the lights out, and stays on your head! It also comes with ear plugs in a cute little pouch. SO, if you sleep next to a snorer. That can be a third plus!

At first I was unsure. While it stood in place and all the light was blocked. It gave me that annoying tickle on my face. You know that feeling that you get when you know something is on you and it just sort of feels agitating? That is what it was like. AT FIRST. turns out, I am just not used to having anything on my face.

The first night, I did not make it through the entire night due to the fact that I find it irritating to have things on my face. But I was determined to give these a fair shot. Besides, I needed to block the light out.

By the third night I was fine with them. I enjoy them actually. They are perfect for keeping everything in the room out. "And for those like me, they are perfect for more adult things too. They do not come off or budge. "Just putting that out there."


My only complaint is that they have a rough edge, it doesn't cut into you. I just think that if they maybe added some cushion to the edge that clasps to your face, they wouldn't give people any problem with them being on your face. They have to have a sturdy edge I get that, because that is what keeps the eye part in place so that you can blink freely. Without it touching your eye at all. I sat there with my eyes open in them, not once when I blinked did I feel the mask over my eyes. That was nice. Just need to soften the edges.

All in all, I like the mask. I will continue to use it. My face is getting used to having something on it. It has helped with sleeping.  I am no longer seeing shadows or having that bright cable box tv light in my eyes keeping me up. 

I would recommend it. You can give it a try for yourself here : http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FJQFJX8?psc=1

 As always. Thanks for stopping by. xxDee



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.

Cheers to the weekend!

It's Friday! Super excited about that. Mainly because it leads to the weekend, which means I will not have to get up at 4:30 in the morning. Also because it is leading into next week ... which in turn leads through the last 3 and a half days of school. SUMMER!

Today should be an alright day. I have my coffee, the kids are up and ready for school with minimum fighting, as far as I know Nick doesn't have to work this weekend, and for the most part, the house is clean.

I am thinking it will be a "Hurry and finish the rest of he cleaning, then sit down with a book, and then maybe a movie, maybe even paint my nails, brush my hair and put on makeup. "Most likely" It will be a sit down with a movie, and book day because now that I typed all that, it seems like too much work for the rest.

You know ... I think I just totally changed my mind on everything about today. I think I will take my camera out instead and hike a bit outside and capture something beautiful. I haven't been behind my camera in quite awhile now.

*Sorry- My indecisiveness is showing*

I received a face mask in the mail yesterday - Forgot to use it, but I am excited to try it. It was free. I get free stuff to give my honest review of. I have never used a face mask of any sort where I had to wear it for more than a play time session. I hope it works! It seems I never get any sleep because of the lights from the cable box, or the lights from Nicks alarm. ETC.

Just got back from taking the girls to the bus, found out they are having a yard sale next door. I honesty do not need anything, but I want to go peek. You ever realize that yard sales, thrift shops etc. they are sort of like a window into peoples lives. I find them interesting. Nothing better than people watching from a yard sale ... seeing what they still want to hold onto, but now are forced to rid themselves of so they can make space. I might just head over to get a feel for who the people next door really are.

Well, I have an empty cup of coffee and a dog who needs to be let out. I hope you all have a wonderful day xxDee

It's Not So Bad

Originally I was going to wait for the print copy to be available before placing my third book "A children's rhyming book-It's not so bad!" On kindle, But apparently, I just couldn't wait. I figured, It's there, It's done. WHY NOT? This way, I wont have to worry about doing it later, I can focus more on writing and editing more stories than all the formatting details. WHICH by the way, SIGIL is a godsend when It comes to editing children's stories on kindle! Not to mention IT'S FREE! I found out how to use it on YouTube. Thankfully so!

Thinking the other two children's stories I have completed will wait a bit ... all the work that goes into making a children's book (illustrations mainly) It's a lot! Two back to back, I feel like if I continue like this, I will burn out. I want to continue to love to write, not push myself away from it. Not that anyone out there will mind, I am an unknown. I think it was more about proving to myself that I could do it. 

I think I would like to work on something a little more grown up. Something, a bit more murderous. I have some pent up aggression I could use to get out on a few made up characters. Did I mention that I not only love to write, but  I use it therapeutically. A recent event in my life has inspired my next short story and while I have a number of projects already started (I am a multi-tastic writer. I can never just work on one thing.) This one has me excited. I have already written it mentally, now its just time to place it into words. I also need to think of a cover. Darn the darn covers. It's really hard trying to figure out what will catch the eye of a reader, and what will still give insight to what the story holds under its surface.

Other than writing, life seems to be testing me. Throwing curve balls left and right. One minute I think everything is perfectly okay and the next I am a walking count down. A ticking time bomb. Everyone around me with those pity faces. I can not stand the pity. I'm feeling drained lately. Borderline depressed maybe. I feel like I am drowning or maybe silently screaming and unheard. I guess I should take a cue from my own kids story "It's not so bad!" and stop complaining. Focus on life and what I want from it, who I want in it. Etc. It's a very short not guaranteed thing, "Life."

Part of me feels very vulnerable putting this on my blog. But what is my blog?, other than an extended public portion of myself. I may as well be honest with myself and with those who might happen along my path.

I am sure tomorrow will be different. I will smile, I will laugh, I will make out like everything is fantastic. I might even believe it! They say believing is half the battle.

A positive in my life is SUMMER! Only a few more days of school and I will get to sleep in daily! I can't wait to sleep in. I feel so exhausted all the time.  I can't wait to have my girls home, I really do miss them when they are at school.

It's been a long day. I am off to I hope get some rest after a long bubble bath. Wish you guys/gals a good day, good night, which ever it may be. xxDee

If you have children and you are interested
(us) http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KRO89G6
(uk)http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00KRO89G6?*Version*=1&*entries*=0

Facial Lift and Firm Serum with Dead Sea Minerals and Vitamin C Review.

I will admit that I have never before tried facial lifts based off of my own assumption that they simply didn't work, otherwise there would be ONE out there that everyone bought and stuck to. But I tried this, I figured, what do I have to lose? Other than wrinkles!

First I will start with smell, I always start with smell. If you open the bottle and take a whiff, it smells a lot like Jergens Original Lotion "The unscented kind" You know how lotions that are unscented still have that smell -- That is what this smells like. But only in the bottle, soon as you squirt it in your hand rub it in your palms then apply to your face, you can't smell it any longer. Its a clean smell, a fresh smell. I honestly can not describe the smell other than, not bad. It's nice. I am huge on scents, if they smell bad, its a no go. This one, I like it.

Second. You know how when you use most lotions and they are either too oily, makes you look like you just ran a mile and are sweating profusely? Or some, are so thick, that you can literally feel like you have a layer of gunk on your face, a wax like mask. You know how sometimes after you moisturize with some lotions you still feel dry? WELL, Not with this one.

After I rubbed it in circles on my face, I could no longer feel it. My face feels smooth, and looks matte. No crazy sweaty looking nose and chin. Best part about it, is My face doesn't feel dry. Normally about 5 minutes after applying a lotion, I would feel like I needed more. This stuff leaves your face feeling cool. Literally cool. And refreshed BUT BEST OF ALL It feels moisturized.

I have mentioned in a post before that I was searching for a facial lotion that moisturizes and while I liked the natural instincts. It wasn't the one. I didn't care for the smell too much. This one, for moisturizing purposes alone will be my go too stuff.

Wrinkles. I'll admit that hitting 32 had me checking the mirror every morning looking for new lines. I really only have some around the eyes. Crows feet I think people call them. I do notice that when I use this under my makeup, those lines DO NOT stand out as much.

Also, I have extremely sensitive skin, and I break out OFTEN, pretty much I have broken out with most products I have used. "Only for minutes at a time, nothing serious." This stuff didn't cause a reaction. I will definitely be looking into more of their line to see what else they got.

In my honest opinion, this is worth a buy. My face has never felt so healthy, with the added benefits of the vitamin C too. It's a no brainer, and I know you guys have listened to me go on and on about vitamin c and how well it helps your face.

This stuff is like an extra dose of healthy for your face. My tone has seemed to improve too.
I really truthfully love this stuff!

You can get yours here on this link *Mind you, this is also me giving myself a link when its time for a refill* http://www.amazon.com/Adovia-Facial-Serum-Moisturizer-Satisfaction/dp/B00KHGIK54/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1401883861&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=Facial+Lift+and+Firm+Serum+with+Dead+Sea+Minerals+and+Vitamin+C+Review

thanks for stopping by. xxDee


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NETfold (By Gur Shomron) Book Review

As a Sci-Fi Junkie, I was seriously excited when this book was dropped in my lap. I had read everything I had in this category, time and time again and was running out of old shows to sustain the nerd like monster inside me.

I try so hard when I do book reviews not to give anything away, so that I do not ruin the story for anyone. I will apologize if there are any spoilers, I a simply excited about this one.

First, The many characters outlined in this story are brilliantly constructed and brought to life, These are people you run into everyday. People you know. Easily believed.
The plot line flows easily, drenches the thirst for excitement, heavily in satisfaction.

As a sci-fi geek, its hard for things to live up to what I have already fallen in love with. I emerged myself in this one with an open heart - Not expecting much, but hopeful.

Soon I was drowning in the thrills it lead along the way, a 37 hour period seemed a lifetime of "For lack of a better word" AWESOME.

This story does not disappoint, does not fail to live up to the standard I hold sci-fi to be. It sucks you in from the first few words and leaves you craving for more at the end. I was sad that it was over. The story is set in the future, but the way its described, you, yourself can easily picture this being our world in the not to distant future. I definitely have vivid flashbacks, and fantasies of my own while surfing on the internet now.

This is a delightfully interesting, intense, keeps you on your toes, drags you in from the start and fumbles you fabulously through a world wonderfully described from the authors imagination.

I will no doubt be looking for more from Gur! I highly recommend you guys check this one out. Specially you shandee! My sci-fi geekish sister.

You can get your own copy here http://www.amazon.com/NETfold-Science-Fiction-Cyberpunk-Adventure-ebook/dp/B006Z0KJLO/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1401879468&sr=1-1&keywords=netfold

thanks for stopping by xxDee

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Floating Flowers Red Set of Six Review.

The moment these puppies arrived my daughter has been ALL SMILES. We realize these are meant as decorations, can be used outside, inside, for any event you might need a floating flower. However, The first task these flowers got was to make my seven year old feel like a princess.

Now I do not know about you and your kids out there, but bath time, is sometimes a nightmare. Complete with "No, do I have to? Look though, I'm almost cleans, as well as can't I just do it tomorrow's." Which is why if you had been in my house the days these arrived, your face would have been in as much shock as mine. The moment my daughter walking into the living room, towel in hand and the box of floating flowers and announced she would be taking her bath now. "I didn't even have to ask." My jaw hit the floor.

I hear the bath running .... I hear some singing, so I decide to go on in, and see what she was up to. Lights dimmed down on the dimmer, slight bubbles and six adorable floating flowers surrounding PRINCESS AVERY.

We decided to do a little test on them. I have had trouble in the past with floating flowers (with lights, these do not have any lights.) But I have had trouble with them not really staying afloat. These babies come with a one year warranty, so we put them to the test.

My adorable assistant "Princess Avery" Crumpled one into a ball, held it under water until the air bubbles stopped and set it free. That baby floated right to the top. They are durable, One only out of the six had the flower pop off the plastic lily pad, which once we realized that was because Avery had accidently turn the bottom foam off, thinking it was packaging and we replaced it. It worked fine, and was as durable as the rest.

They are cute, would look good in a dish with floating candles. I actually have all sorts of plans I could use these for. As soon as I get my new set in the mail. Seeing how these have been confiscated by a seven year old.

I may have only used these for one purpose so far, but peaceful bath time is WELL WORTH any price for these. I also think they would look cute scattered along in a pool! I will have to see if they come in other colors.

We like them! As always, thanks for stopping by. xxDee



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.

SUPER EXCITED

Okay, so I have said before that I was working on a children's story. (Freddy the frog "Finding Friends")

I had written and sent it in to Boyds mills press .... they gave me a nice friendly reply, that they can't at this time they are not looking for Rhyming stories. That was okay! Sucked to hear, because I had gotten my hopes up. But it was okay! I had already assumed it would be a no, so I had already begun making preparations to do it myself.

Found out the hard way ... JUST HOW HARD children book writing, illustrating, publishing REALLY is! One, I am not an artist, drawing is not my strong suit. BUT, I am not rich and I couldn't afford an illustrator. So do it myself was my only option!

I wrote this story for my kids ... they had given me a line or two and I went with it and made an entire story, they are happy with the illustrations. So I am too. I figure, it was for my babies, if they are happy  I am happy and if we can make ONE other person out there happy. Then that is good enough for me!

So I drew the photos, took pictures of them with my phone ... imported them into photo shop, turned them into color pages and colored them. Went through Createspace "they have a formatted template to help you out."

They gave me the option to preview it ONLINE or in PRINT, or BOTH! I chose both. Reading it online I didn't even catch the few mistakes that were in there.  Reading in print, I was so happy I didn't hit okay and send that puppy into the world!

FIRST ... I dedicated my book to my three perfect ANGLES .. lol, angles NOT ANGELS like it should have been. That didn't even pop out on me on the computer screen.

I think that we are so used to online, social media stuff and all the bad English with its bad grammar and punctuations that we look passed it unable to see the mistakes because we are so used to reading typos.

SO ADVICE, If you are going to self publish .. PLEASE get the print version!

Without the print, I also wouldn't have realized that I missed coloring in a few spaces. Not to mention when I had gotten lazy and used the blur tool to smooth out my erase lines. My gray blue sky printed out pink because of it.


Either way, mistakes found were fixed!  I am just waiting for the print to show up, so I can double check again. Before I hit PUBLISH.

I did place it on kindle version. "I am so confused by the formatting of kindle." On kindle, when you read it from a kindle. IT IS PERFECT. Each picture is lined up with its words. BUT on my iPhone, and my android.... it seems to have a few pictures on one page. I tried to fix it and I hope that I have .... UNFORTUNATELY, because I bought a copy of the one where the formatting was buggered, it wont let me see the updated copy. So I have no idea. I figure, if it gets a bunch of bad reviews thanks to format, I will just take it down and keep it as print only.

If you are interested in the kindle versions for your kiddo's you can get them here.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KO7NV4Q (US store)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00KO7NV4Q?*Version*=1&*entries*=0 (UK store)


Either way, I am super thrilled and excited! Just wanted to share that! Thanks for stopping by and hanging out a few minutes. Wish you all a great day. xxDee

Grazia® Silicone 24 Cup MINI Muffin Pan Review.

Okay ... I LOVE to bake. I love to cook. I love anything that has to deal with food and being in the kitchen. WHICH NATURALLY means I love getting and using new kitchen utensils. I am a freak about collecting things that I might not need at the moment, but might in the future. So I saw this muffin pan! I thought to myself. PERFECT!

I have never made mini anything so I was really excited to try!

FIRST. The part on the instructions where it says USE on a baking pan. DO IT! follow the instructions. It is not because the silicone will burn. It's for your own convenience. So that you do not have to clean up giant mess of a mess when it folds in on itself and spills the contents everywhere. "Which if you are clumsy so I am, you want that baking sheet."

SECOND. mini anything just comes out too cute. It does exactly what it says it does. It's a non stick muffin pan. Muffins came out just as easily with any other pan I have used.

THIRD -- It is not just for muffins! which makes the possibilities endless.  It was also perfect for.
Jell-O shots!
Popsicles
Freezing oil and herbs in the right amount needed for cooking to save.
and making infused ice for my water!

FOURTH ... it is easily cleaned. Nothing happened to it in my dishwasher. I have not used this in the microwave, but seeing how it was truthful on what it says it does on every other front. I believe them. Actually HOLD ON. To give a full review ... I am going to stick it in the microwave. I don't want to be that one blogger who says that EVERYTHING IS FINE if its not. Let me check.

FIFTH .... As I said, they were telling the truth in everything they said. It is perfectly microwavable safe. Boiling water .... nothing wrong with the pan.

I really love this thing. It's holding up nice. I do not know if I will ever need another, because its pretty durable. But if my kids decide to take some scissors to it for a project. You can bet your socks I will be back for another. It is definitely worth it!

Thanks for stopping by. xxDee

Dead Sea Salt Soap Review

Okay ... At first I was thinking, "Yay! Free soap." I have a slight addiction to soaps and things that smell good.
THEN IT ARRIVED IN THE MAIL.

I honestly do not think after trying this that I will buy anything else.

First the smell, because I always start with the smell. It smells AMAZING. There isn't one bad thing to say about the smell. I think I huffed the box a good five or six times getting myself excited for bath time.

Second. You know how most soaps after you rinse them off, your skin feel rough? Your fingers don't slide over smooth, its a bumpy ride. This stuff. NOT THE CASE! I swear I feel like a baby. Well my skin does. It is really soft. So the moisturizing capabilities of this stuff is awesome. I normally use dove, because its soft too. But this stuff blows my normal brand right out of the water.

Third. Seems to have a slight healing capability too. I had broken out really bad after trying a lotion with too much perfume. my skin reacted so badly to it, that I had little red bumps "Which naturally I had picked at and irritated farther." ONE USE and they were almost gone. Two days ... they were finished. So I am thinking that if I had a really bad break out on my face "Which I don't know if its true because thanks to vitamin c serums I haven't have that issue." But my assumption is that it would work on clearing that up quite well too. IF YOU GUYS TRY IT, and you do have a problem with acne. Please let me know. "I am curious."

All in all this stuff ROCKS! I don't like the price tag off 11 dollars a bar ... but I love what it does for my skin, so I will be looking past that. I truthfully LOVE this soap.

Thanks for stopping by xxDee

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.

Age Defying Moisturizer Cream Review

I was really excited to get this cream. I have been searching for creams that moisturize. "I always feel dry." So I am always super excited to try new ones with hopes they are the one for me.

First thing I noticed about this was the smell ... It does have a smell to it. Not pleasant, not bad. Tolerable and it fades with the day after applying, or I just got used to it.

Second thing: I have very sensitive skin, and this does say that it is for all skin types. I did break out and get all splotchy, but that only lasted like 5 minutes and my skin was back to normal. I wasn't sure if that was because of the product or because I was already wearing a vitamin c serum, "Note: It says you can use it after a vitamin c serum" I just wanted sure if it was reacting to the brand "Sometimes products do not like other brands." So the next day, I put it on again ... Still broke out and got splotchy AND AGAIN it went away in less than 5 minutes.

the texture, kind of feels like a mixture of oil and Vaseline. its smooth, but while applying it feels thick. but once it soaks in ... you can not tell its there like you can with some moisturizers.

I do not see a huge change in lift, or tightness to my skin. But my face is softer than a baby's bottom. It definitely Moisturizes.

All in all , I like it. I would not use it right before heading out. I would only use it if you have a few minutes to spare . "Just in case" You have a break out splotchy moment like I did.
You can get their product on amazon ... http://www.amazon.com/Anti-Aging-Moisturizer-Anti-Wrinkle-Age-Defying-Appearance/dp/B00KCTER3U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1401797355&sr=8-1&keywords=anti+aging+cream+instanatural

NOTE: If you are allergic to nuts, I would not suggest this. It does contain tree nut oils.
thanks for stopping by. xxDee

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.