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
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.

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!



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.

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.