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Movie Night! Pop the popcorn and get cozy with your family. Here is another family friendly movie for you to enjoy. <b><span style="color: blue;"><i>Pirate's Code: The Adventures of Mickey Matson</i></span></b> is an adventure filled movie with plenty of slap-stick humor. Here is a little ditty about the movie:<br />
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<b><span style="color: #e69138;">In this follow up to <i id="yui_3_16_0_1_1434719766982_50544">Mickey Matson and the Copperhead Treasure</i>,
Mickey Matson is at it again; this time pitted against the evil Admiral
Ironsides and his gang of pirates who are intent on destroying
civilization. They're new invetnion, the Tesla
Coil, is a weapon of mass destruction that will send an electromagnetic
pulse throughout the world, destroying every electronic device in
existence. With the help of a secret organization, Mickey and his best
friend Sully embark on a mission to stop the pirates
from taking over a submarine and stealing the last part needed to
complete their devastating weapon. If Admiral Ironsides succeeds in his
plan, civilization will be sent back to the Stone Age. It's a race
against time, and the fate of the world hangs in
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My son and I watched this together and both agreed that it was reminiscent of the Spy Kid movie. Expect adventure, quick humor, and silly mishaps. It's hard to find good, family movies these days, and this one definitely fits the bill! We both felt the target age was 12 and under, but older kids will still enjoy it....especially if there is popcorn involved.</div>
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And hope...and romance...and faith...and grace...and new beginnings...<br />
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If you love a good romance novel, then you know how hard it is to find one that lines up with a biblical lifestyle. I have read a few that are Amish themed. Don't get me wrong. I loved them! But, I really haven't come across any that were not Amish themed. Until now.<br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;"><span style="color: orange;"><a href="http://www.harlequin.com/store.html?cid=236" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love Inspired</a></span> </span></b>books from Harlequin offer wholesome, faith based entertainment that nourishes the soul. And, yes, some of their books are Amish themed. The Love Inspired product line is a series of 6 books that are released every month. Each month, a new selection of books is offered. You can get these books in paperback, large print, or e-book.<br />
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For the purpose of this review, I received the 6 books being offered this month, April 21 - May 28. It was difficult to choose which one to start reading first, but I decided on <u>Bachelor to the Rescue</u> by Lorraine Beatty. I want you to get an idea of how beautifully written these books are, so <a href="http://www.harlequin.com/store.html?itemid=58511&cid=416" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> is a link to read an excerpt.<br />
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These books are the perfect size for easy reading. It was small enough to fit comfortably in my purse. They are right around 200-250 pages, which is a great length for an afternoon break while curled up on the couch with a mug of tea.<br />
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I enjoyed reading <u>Bachelor to the Rescue</u>. It was romantic, without the cheesiness. I wasn't embarrassed to keep turning the pages....come on, you know what I mean. It was filled with love and inspiration....Hey! <a href="http://www.harlequin.com/store.html?cid=236" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love Inspired</a>!<br />
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I don't have a ton of time for leisure reading, but these were the perfect size and I look forward to exploring them over the summer. <br />
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I don't know anyone around my age who doesn't recall the wonderful adventures of Pippi Longstocking. I wanted to be that freckle faced girl with the crazy outfits and wiry braids. She was carefree and curious! I had no idea that author, Astrid Lindgren, had also written<b> </b><a href="http://www.plough.com/en/ebooks/qr/rasmus-and-the-vagabond" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><i><u>Rasmus and the Vagabond</u></i></b>,</a> another classic literature story of a boy with the same heart for adventure, freedom, and the warmth of being loved. <br />
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cold and unfriendly place until he befriends an extraordinary tramp
called Paradise Oscar. Together they meet more adventure than they ever
imagined, solve a mystery,
and catch the culprits. Reassume dreams of finding a family and a home
someday. But when he does, will he be able to part with his new friend
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This 180 page, soft cover book is the perfect story for anyone age 8 and up. Sure, places of advertisement may say ages 8-12, but I enjoyed the adventurous spirit, warmth, and hope-filled ending just like a middle school girl....and I'm, well, a lot older than 12. This would be the perfect addition to any home library and as a gift for any child. Don't worry if your child is not able to read it on his own! Cuddle up on the couch and read to your kids, filling the words with excitement and life with your voice! </div>
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I've taken a new stand on life, lately. I'm eating much healthier and I'm exercising more. I've even taken up jogging! I never thought that at the age of 45 I would be jogging around my neighborhood and preparing for my black belt test in karate next month. So, when I saw the word <i>Nourished</i> come through in an e-mail, it really caught my eye. I suppose that's what I have been doing. Nourishing my body with healthy food and exercise. I've even been praying more and reading my Bible. Still, things sort of felt imbalanced. Stress, in a few areas, is still a big factor in my daily life and causes me to stumble on the walk that I know God has called me to take. I needed nourishment in my soul; nourishment in my heart; nourishment in how I balance my life.<br />
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Along came <u>Nourished</u> by Becky Johnson and Rachel Randolph. Becky and her daughter, Rachel, use humor, raw life stories, research, and a lifetime of wisdom to break down the ten most common stressors women face today. I could relate to all of them, some painfully more than others. This mother-daughter duo are opposites in many ways and they share their hearts with honesty and vulnerability. There is no candy coating here....they go right to the stuff that most of us would never share, never mind in a book for millions to read! But, you'll laugh and cry right along with them, because you'll relate. You'll relate to their struggles, their discoveries, and their desires.<br />
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When I first became a Christian, a friend told me that the Bible was like a love letter from God. In it, were all of His blessings, His promises, and His gifts. It was the details of His love for us and it held all of the guidance we needed to live like Him and for Him.<br />
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When I was given the opportunity to read and review this children's book, <a href="http://www.idealsbooks.com/Love-Letter-God-P-K-Hallinan/dp/0824956621?class=quickView&field_availability=-1&field_browse=2474193011&id=Love+Letter+God+P+K+Hallinan&ie=UTF8&refinementHistory=brandtextbin,subjectbin,color_map,price,size_name,author-bin,age_range_description,binding-bin&searchNodeID=2474193011&searchPage=2&searchRank=salesrank&searchSize=12" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Love Letter from God</a> by P.K. Hallinan, I jumped on it. It brought back the memories of those beautiful words my friend shared with me about the Bible. <a href="http://www.idealsbooks.com/ref=sample_one" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ideals Books</a> is one of my favorite publishers of children's stories. I've never read a book from them that wasn't awesome and I knew this would be just as pleasing. <br />
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The pages are thick and tear resistant - perfect for little hands. Illustrator Laura Watson brings each page to life with bursting color and artwork that seems to be hand-brushed upon each page. See the little cutouts that peek into other pages. How fun!</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><i>Wisdomantics–New King James Version (NKJV) is an interactive DVD board
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<span style="color: blue;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Jesus is the Word of God made human.</span></i></span></div>
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This is John's account. The Book of John points us to the miracles and the teachings of our Savior.</div>
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<span class="yiv4602480526" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1417755340682_3694" lang="EN-GB" style="color: #18120f;">Here is a small snippet of what The Lumo Project is, taken from their <a href="http://www.lumoproject.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>.<br /><br /><span style="color: purple;"><i>The Lumo Project is a ground breaking, multi-language biblical film resource transforming the way we discover, study and engage
with the life of Jesus through the four New Testament Gospels: redefining the standard of visual Biblical media. </i></span></span><span style="color: purple;"><i><span class="yiv4602480526" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1417755340682_3696" lang="EN-GB">The Lumo Project presents four films – one for each Gospel account – that will
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Ah, sweet Susie! This is such a precious story. I have to be honest. I am not a dog lover. Hey, don't judge me. But, this movie really caught my eye and I am SO glad I watched it. I mean, look at that sweet puppy on the cover! I wanted to know her story.<br />
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Here is a bit about the movie: <span style="color: blue;"><i>Based on the true story that successfully passed Susie’s Law in North
Carolina, which seeks stricter punishment for animal abusers, <span class="yiv5865275620">Susie’s Hope</span> brings
to life the inspirational relationship between pit bull attack survivor
Donna
Lawrence and Susie, a pit bull-mix puppy found beaten, burned and left
for dead. Recognizing reflect and abuse were to blame for the tragic
attack that nearly claimed her life 10 months earlier, Donna resumes the
battered animal and accepts her as family.
Together, they learn to heal, love and forgive as they lead a historic
effort to seek justice and protection, not only for Susie, but all
animals. </i></span><br />
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Here is a bit about Susie's story and her heroism: <span style="color: purple;"><i><span class="yiv5865275620" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1417622319026_151779" style="font-family: "Open Sans",Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px;">Susie
was found nearly dead in Greenfield Park in Greensboro, North Carolina
on August
20, 2009. Just a puppy, Susie had licked the face of her owner’s
newborn baby. Her owner became violent—she was beaten so severely her
jaw was broken. That wasn’t enough, though. She was then set on fire and
left for dead. Incredibly and against all odds Susie
survived. Donna Lawrence adopted her two months later. Susie is now a
trained therapy dog and even the American Humane Association’s
American Hero Dog this year!</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="yiv5865275620" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1417622319026_151779" style="color: #382500; font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px;">Please, take three minutes and watch this video that tells about how Susie has impacted the lives of many and how her story changed the laws for animal abusers.</span><br />
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<span class="yiv5865275620" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1417622319026_151779" style="color: #382500; font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px;"><br /></span>
<span class="yiv5865275620" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1417622319026_151779" style="color: #382500; font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px;">Now, let's talk about the movie. It was a great family movie, with good acting and an engaging story line. The actors were<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> believable, which can be a hard thing to accomplish. I really felt like they were telling <span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">and living their own stories. I came away from watching this movie with a little more compassion for dogs, esp<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">eci<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">ally at-risk dogs l<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">ike pit bulls<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">. Take a peek at this t<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">railer and you will want to watch it<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> for sure.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span class="yiv5865275620" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1417622319026_151779" style="color: #382500; font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> </span></span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span class="yiv5865275620" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1417622319026_151779" style="color: #382500; font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 19px; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">I hope you will take a moment and visit the <a href="http://www.susieshope.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Susi</a><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.susieshope.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">e's Hope website</a>. You'll get tons more information there about her story, her cause, an<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">d how you can be a part of her <span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">mission. You can <a href="http://<iframe width="640" height="360" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/uzToUXDsmLw?feature=player_embedded" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">purchase the D</a><span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><a href="http://<iframe width="640" height="360" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/uzToUXDsmLw?feature=player_embedded" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VD there</a> for $24.99 and support this non-profit organization, Susie<span style="font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">'s Hope.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13892707925939570805noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3962780100121312878.post-13263332661207054742014-11-09T23:12:00.000-05:002014-11-09T23:14:54.800-05:00Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes by Younique ~ REVIEW<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love my eyes.<br />
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There, I said it.
I am glad God gave me blue eyes.<br />
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Now, my eyebrows are another story LOL. I have not plucked them in over a week because I'm preparing for my brow wax, so cut me some slack on the pics. Don't judge my temporary bushy brows.<br />
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On to the highlight of this review. <i><a href="http://www.lovingmylonglashes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: blue;">Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes by Younique</span></b></a>.</i><br />
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<i>The <b>3D Fiberlash Mascara</b> is just a simple three-step
process that combines Transplanting Gel and Natural Fibers to help
create the appearance of incredible thickness and volume to your
existing lashes. They are NOT false lashes. They are your own! The
fibers are natural…made from Green Tea Leaves, hypoallergenic and safe
for contact lens wearers.</i><br />
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<i> </i>Here is a pic of my eyes through the application process....<br />
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You can see in the first pic that I don't have barely any lashes. Well, they are there, just very light. I am definitely in need of some mascara. The pic that shows me wearing my own mascara is what I look like almost every day. I wear eye shadow and/or liner occasionally. This mascara is the same brand I have been using for about 15 years. The company is well known and I use all of their makeup and skin care products.<br />
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<li>The fibers are black and that is what I prefer. I have tried brown mascara before and it does nothing for me. However, I have friends and family who will only use brown. Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes do not come in brown. This is something Younique may want to consider.</li>
<li>The two step process comes in a cool case and includes a full color pamphlet with information about the product, easy to follow steps, and tips for a better application. The case made me feel fancy.</li>
<li>I wear contact lenses some of the time and when I tried an application with my lenses in I did not experience any discomfort or irritation.</li>
<li>For my every day look, I honestly prefer my own mascara alone. I found the Moonstruck 3D Fiber Lashes to be too thick and heavy feeling for my personal taste. But, if I were going out or dressing up and wanted a more glamorous look then this product would definitely turn up my glam a notch.</li>
<li>By mid-day, I would start to experience clumping and flaking. The first time I thought it was because I hadn't put on enough of the Transplanting Gel after applying the Fibers. But, I experienced the same thing after another application where I was much more liberal with the Transplanting Gel. Here is a pic of me about 6 hours after applying and taking the pic in the above triple photo. You can see that my lashes were clumping up and needed to be combed and some of it had flaked off and started smudging under my eyes. This is not a look I like and, for me, that was the deal breaker.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li>I am told this product will last up to 3 months. This may vary some depending on how often it is used. Three months is the typical life span of any mascara, so this is comparable. </li>
<li>This product retails for $29, plus tax and shipping. When I put one into the cart on the website, it showed shipping to be $5.50 in the US. So, expect to pay at least $34.50 for this. Personally, I think that is pretty expensive for a lash enhancer. This is not something I would purchase for myself considering my budget.</li>
<li>This product would be excellent for anyone in the performance industry, like dancers or actors. This will definitely give you the effect needed to get your eyes to pop from stage!</li>
<li>One of my favorite aspects of any respectable company...a great guarantee. So, you can try it and love it, or try it and get your money back. Check out their <a href="https://www.youniqueproducts.com/RaquelDunn/products/satisfaction" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Guarantee Details Here</a>. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Overall, this is a good product. It is innovative and Younique! It's just not my style. Maybe it is yours. I encourage you to check it out. Click away to get more information or order your Moonstruck 3D Fiber Lashes....</li>
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Manic Drive has a purposeful sound to reach today's generation. This Canadian band has had multiple Billboard Top 10 & 20 singles on CHR & Christian Rock Radio. Their latest CD, VIP, delivers the sound listeners crave.<br />
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I love this video clip! Meet the guys as they share about their new album release, VIP, and the exciting news of some other featured artists on their album. Jam to the cover song, VIP, playing in the background.<br />
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The name just makes me giggle. When the offer to review this product and share my honest opinion on my blog was presented, that is exactly what I did. I giggled. With a name like that, I thought, this has to be a fun product. Wizzy Gizmo is a company that offers a great (and growing) selection of products that present God's Word in new and interesting ways, both for fun and education. Most of their products are geared toward children, but are enjoyed greatly by adults. I brought my collection of the Fast Track Bible Pack: New Testament Series to look at while at my son's karate school and had adults asking me about them and wanting them for their own Bible study. The folks at Wizzy Gizmo are thoughtful and creative, so they provide lots of ideas on how to use these awesome cards for age groups from ages 2-5 to 12 and up (yup, I'm in that "up" group). You can check out those ideas by clicking <a href="https://www.wizzygizmo.com/shop/fast-track-bible-pack/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div>
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This is a 27 card set. Each large card covers each book of the New Testament and is heavy stock. They are chuck full of information like book summary, key chapters, passages, doctrines, and people. Check it out!</div>
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Sure, I picked the book of Matthew to show you because that is my favorite name (my son). Can I get another "teehee"?! As you can see, the information is beautifully organized and provides a generous overview of the book. What a great way to capture the key elements of the book!</div>
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Like I mentioned before, you'll find lots of ideas on how to use these cards with all different age groups, but I would like to highlight some of my favorite ideas:<br />
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<li>Children's Bible Lessons - think Children's Ministries at church!</li>
<li>Homeschool Bible Curriculum</li>
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<li>Fun Quiz Games</li>
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Is your mind churning yet? For only $14.99, this set makes my "must have" list. Purchase a pack for your family, as a birthday or Christmas gift, as a gift for your Children's or Youth Pastor, or just to be a blessing to someone. <br />
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There are few things better on a cool Fall evening than to curl up with a good book and a hot mug of peppermint tea or hot cocoa. I have been doing that with Gary Thomas' new book, <a href="http://www.alifelonglove.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><i>A Lifelong Love</i></b></a>.<br />
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<u>Treasury of Bible Stories</u> by Kelly Pulley has found its way into my home and we are delighted! This hard covered book is filled with magnificent tales from the Bible, written in a fun and engaging lyrical rhyme. The stories come to life with vivid descriptions and captivating illustrations. Look at the color bursting off the page!<br />
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The recommended age for this book is 4 to 8 and when I was first asked to review it I thought it would be a perfect gift for my 3.5 year old niece. Now, I'm not so sure! <br />
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My 14 year old son had his nose buried in it and was enjoying these beautiful stories of truth. Shhhhh! Don't tell his friends or he may never forgive me ;) <br />
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Besides the well written stories and gifted illustrations, the quality of this book is a 4 star. The cover is strong, the binding is tight, and the pages are slightly thicker and glossy which gives them a little more ability to withstand little hands. This treasured book normally retails for only $19.99, but you can get it at <b><a href="http://www.christianbook.com/treasury-of-bible-stories/kelly-pulley/9780781409179/pd/409174?event=ESRCG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christianbook.com </a></b>for only $14.99 !!!! Seriously! Hop on it and get this for your family and for a gift for someone else. It's the perfect gift for Christmas, birthday, welcome baby, children's ministry worker, or expectant Mom.<br />
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It's time to pop the popcorn again! It's family movie night! <span style="color: blue;"><i>Ragamuffin</i></span> is now available on Blue ray and DVD. Click <a href="http://ragamuffinthemovie.com/buy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> to get it for only $19.99. Here is a little tidbit on what the movie is about:<br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;"><i><span id="yui_3_16_0_1_1404825468125_73331"><span id="yui_3_16_0_1_1404825468125_73329" style="background-color: white; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ragamuffin is based on the life of Rich Mullins, a musical prodigy who rose to Christian music fame and fortune only to walk away and live on a Navajo reservation. An artistic genius, raised on a tree farm in Indiana by a callous father, Rich wrestled all of his life with the brokenness and crippling insecurity born of his childhood. A lover of Jesus and a rebel in the church, Rich refused to let his struggles with his own darkness tear him away from a God he was determined to love. As he struggled with success in Nashville and depression in Wichita, Rich desired most of all to live a life of honest and reckless faith amidst a culture of religion and conformity.</span></span></i></span></b></div>
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<a href="http://writingwithsharonwatson.com/the-power-in-your-hands/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Power in Your Hands</a> is a high school non-fiction writing course written by Sharon Watson. It is one of three courses available, including a Middle School course. You can check out the others by clicking <a href="http://writingwithsharonwatson.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div>
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So, let's get to some details. Let's start with <b><span style="color: red;">the basics</span></b> first....</div>
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<li>Grades 9-12</li>
<li>422 Page Student Text is $39.98</li>
<li>212 Page Teacher's Guide is $14.98</li>
<li>8-1/2 x 11 Soft cover</li>
<li>for Homeschool, Christian Schools, and Co-ops</li>
<li>designed as a two year curriculum, but there are some interesting suggestions on how to use this for a 3 year program</li>
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<b><span style="color: orange;">What's inside the student text???</span></b><br />
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<li> 100 daily lessons and complete instructions for 22 essays and reports</li>
<li>instruction and practice for persuasive essays, compare/contrast essays, a biography, a literary analysis, a research paper using MLA documentation, description and narrative essays</li>
<li>self guided lessons requiring no prerequisites</li>
<li>tools for brainstorming, organizing thoughts, creating outlines, citing sources, and proofreading</li>
<li>engaging instruction and assignments with bits of humor and life applicable topics</li>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">What's inside the Teacher's Guide???</span></b><br />
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<li>all the answers for the daily work....Woohoo!</li>
<li>ability to see exactly what your student is working on so you can be monitoring their progress</li>
<li>an easy and user friendly grading tool to grade each assignment....Amen!</li>
<li>14 minute power surges designed to provide fun writing prompts for your student </li>
<li>tips and guides for helping your student along the way</li>
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<b><span style="color: purple;">My Thoughts....</span></b><br />
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Here's the thing. I love to write. It comes easy to me. However, I can't teach writing to save my life. That presents a big homeschooling problem for my reluctant writer son who is about to enter 9th grade. We have been using another program for the past 7 months and it has been helpful, but it is not cheap. To continue with that program will likely break my bank. When I was first presented with the opportunity to review this product I was excited! Yay, another writing curriculum to look into that might be the answer to our struggles. The affordable price sparked my interest and the information I gained from the <a href="http://writingwithsharonwatson.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> was intriguing. After receiving the product, here were my favorite aspects that I would like to share....<br />
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<li>The lessons were of manageable size, clear, and speckled with humor.</li>
<li>The flow of the lessons was not intimidating. The student is led gently into the world of writing and the different essay styles are well covered and explored before moving on.</li>
<li>The curriculum objectives were comprehensive and will enable the student to become a confident and experienced writer by the end of the program.....well prepared for the SAT.</li>
<li>The Teacher's Guide was filled with helpful tips, tools, and plans. It includes the answers to the student assignments.</li>
<li> Amen, there is a grading tool. This is one of the hardest parts for me when it comes to writing. But, the tool provided is a scale system for multiple aspects of the assignment. I am leaping with joy to use this.</li>
<li>I really liked the 14 minute power surges. These will be great when we want to take a break from the student text and just have some fun exploring writing.</li>
<li>The price is RIGHT. Wow, this is wonderfully affordable, especially for such a complete and masterful curriculum. </li>
<li>There is a section in the Teacher's Guide with sample works and critiques on how to earn an A, B, C, etc. It really helps decipher the differences and what to look for.</li>
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What I did not like....<br />
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<li>I don't care for soft bound books. I wish this book was at least spiral bound. It does not stay open on its own and that is annoying to me.</li>
<li> Um, yeah, that's it.</li>
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We look forward to using this for our 9th/10th grade school years. Actually, we'll dapple with some of the 14 minute power surges this summer just to get the juices flowing. I'll come back here and give you some updates as we move along. Maybe I'll even post some of my son's writing samples!<br />
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Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13892707925939570805noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3962780100121312878.post-17530133787922210602014-03-31T17:48:00.000-04:002014-03-31T17:48:03.022-04:00God's Amazing World! ~~ Book Review & GIVEAWAY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yay! Another amazing children's book from <a href="http://www.idealsbooks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ideal Books</a>! Gosh, I just love the books they share with us. This new book, <i><b>God's Amazing World</b>!</i>, has the brilliant writing of author, Eileen Spinelli, and the whimsical illustrations of Melanie Florian. <br />
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This gorgeous hard cover book is for ages 4 to 8. Take a journey of imagination with Gracie
and her cousin, Bo, as they explore the seven days of Creation right in Gracie's backyard! As Gracie tells the story of how God made the
world, she and Bo discover God's work right there around
them. When they get
to Day 2, the day God created the sky, they
take a moment to cloud watch. Day 3 leads them to play in the water,
and on Day 6, they imitate the cows and pigs and lions God made.<br />
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This story is a fun way to share the days of Creation with your child. It is filled with excitement and discovery and I found it so lovely to see Gracie teaching her cousin, Bo, about God in such a creative way. This is a cuddle on the couch kind of book. It is a sit on the floor while a bunch of little ones in Sunday school crowd around you to listen kind of book. It is a give as a gift to the expectant Mom kind of book. What kind of book will it be for you?<br />
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<i><b>God's Amazing World!</b></i> is available on the Ideals Books website. Just click <a href="http://www.idealsbooks.com/Gods-Amazing-World-Eileen-Spinelli/dp/0824956613" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. It is only $15.99 and they offer free shipping for orders over $25. Yippee! Get in the chat at Facebook by clicking <a href="https://www.facebook.com/IdealsBooks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Tweet away with this #ShareAMoment<br />
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be 18 or older to enter. Due to international sweepstakes laws, this
giveaway is for US entries only. This giveaway is not connected to any
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hours to respond. If I don't hear back from you then I'll
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Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13892707925939570805noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3962780100121312878.post-64417511476066059652014-01-02T19:19:00.000-05:002014-01-02T19:19:28.434-05:00What's For Dinner? Stuffed Sirloin Burgers with Arugula Apple Almond SaladWelcome to my new life. Healthy. <br />
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Yes, as you browse my blog you will find delightful recipes, but most are not in the healthy category. But, recently, I went.....<br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><i>PALEO</i></span></b>!!!<br />
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So, it is likely that from now on you will seeing my unbelievably delicious, flavorful, colorful, mouth watering Paleo-friendly recipes. For you gluten-free peeps, that will include you, too.<br />
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I had taken 2 lbs of ground sirloin of of the freezer earlier today, but I didn't really have plans for it. Seriously, I whipped this meal together in 1/2 an hour from start to finish. Now, THAT has got to peak your interest at least!<br />
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Let's get started making the <span style="color: red;"><b><i>Stuffed Sirloin Burgers</i></b></span>. Gather your ingredients!<br />
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ground sirloin - 1 lb per 3 burgers<br />
fresh spinach, chopped - 1/2 cup per lb of meat<br />
sweet peppers - any color - minced - 2 small ones per lb of meat<br />
green onions, minced (green and all) - 3 per lb of meat<br />
fresh pressed garlic - 2 per lb of meat<br />
ground pepper - to taste<br />
sea salt - to taste<br />
chili powder - to taste<br />
parsley - to taste<br />
egg, beaten- 1 per lb of meat<br />
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provolone cheese - this is not Paleo, so skip it if you are a "strictoid" - 3 slice per lb of meat<br />
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Here is what you will need for the <span style="color: #e69138;"><b><i>Arugula Apple Almond Salad</i></b></span>.<br />
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arugula - 1 1/2 cups per person<br />
apple, sliced thin - 1/2 per person<br />
almond slices - 2 Tbsp per person<br />
parmesan shavings - this is not Paleo, so skip this too if you are a "strictoid" - 1 Tbsp per person<br />
lemon juice from 1/2 a lemon is enough for 2 people<br />
olive oil - 2 Tbsp is enough for 2 people<br />
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OK, so normally I post a picture of all the ingredients laid out. But, this all happened so fast that I didn't. Yeah, I was wingin' it, baby!<br />
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1. Mix together the spinach, peppers, and onion. Add the egg and mix. Add the meat on top and pour on all the seasonings....garlic, salt, pepper, chili powder, and parsley. Mix it all together until well blended.<br />
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2. Make patties by hand or use a handy dandy burger press like mine! Start with half of what you will need to make one burger, then lay a slice of the cheese on top. Like this...<br />
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5. While the burgers are cooking, let's make the salad! Mix arugula, sliced apples, and almonds in a bowl. To make the dressing, mix the juice of 1/2 a lemon and 2 Tbsp of EVOO. That dressing mix will be enough for two salads. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to blend. Top with the parm shavings, if you like.<br />
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I know, right?! I am so glad I made 3 extra burgers because that is what we are having tomorrow for lunch or dinner. We all ate every morsel. Of course, my carb eating husband and son had theirs on a bun. But, I did not miss the bread one bit. This burger and salad was so full of flavor and texture that I was 100% satisfied! <br />
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The pairing of the savory flavors of the burger with the sweet and tart of the salad was a perfect marriage. Yup, this is going in my favorite recipes file!<br />
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Well, Helloooooo!<br />
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When I was asked to do this review for <span style="color: #38761d;"><b><a href="http://www.hellofresh.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hello Fresh</a></b></span>, it took me days to get the image and sound of Mrs. Doubtfire out of my head. Well, Helloooooo!<br />
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Yes, indeed! <a href="http://www.hellofresh.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Hello Fresh</span></b></a>! Welcome to my home!<br />
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Hello Fresh is a company that provides fresh, delicious, complete meals right to your door for you to cook yourself. Here's how it goes...<br />
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Yes, it is that simple. Each week, you select which meals your would like to prepare. You could choose the Classic Box, which includes meat and/or fish. Or, you can choose the Veggie Box. You can order the 3 for either 2 or 4 people.<br />
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I ordered the Classic Box of 3 meals for 2 people. I was offered 5 meals in which to choose my three. I chose:<br />
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<li>Classic Beef Stew with Chickpeas and Green Beans</li>
<li>Yogurt Marinated Shrimp over Arugala Salad</li>
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Now, before I get into the yumminess of the food, let me chat about the company a bit more. It is a treasure these days to find a company that delivers not only an excellent product, but excellent customer service. After I placed my order, a representative from Hello Fresh sent me an e-mail thanking me. A couple of days before my order was to arrive, a representative from Hello Fresh called me at my home to let me know it was on the way and to welcome me to the Hello Fresh family. She didn't need to do that....I had already gotten an e-mail from them with the tracking number. I appreciated the personal touch.<br />
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Hello Fresh sources their ingredients weekly to ensure the best quality. The meals offer a variety of vegetables and spices, so you can't get bored. The meats and fish are sealed for freshness and not frozen. Each item is packaged for safety and seasonings are in sealed packets.<br />
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Let me take you on my Hello Fresh journey.<br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;">BEHOLD!!!! THE BOX!!!</span></b></div>
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My box arrived in the afternoon on a Wednesday. That's when everyone gets their Hello Fresh box! It's like all the lucky people of the world get to open a present on the same day. This is not your ordinary shipping box. No. After cutting off the plastic security tabs, all I had to do was lift the lid. It was like a portable ice chest.<br />
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Yes, I oohed and aahed when I opened it. Hey! Wouldn't you? Now, remember when I said that I received my box in the afternoon? Well, I live in Florida and, although it is December, each day the temperature has been in the mid-80's. Check out how well this box is insulated! Everything was still refrigerator cold and it had been in the shipping process for two days. I carefully removed all of the food. Here is the empty box with three large ice packs that kept things cold. Yes, those went straight into my freezer for me to use again and again....thank you, <a href="http://www.hellofresh.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #38761d;">Hello Fresh</span></a>!<br />
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Each meal was packaged neatly and clearly labelled. Here is a picture of the ingredients I would use for the Classic Beef Stew. <br />
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Each meal included a beautiful double sided recipe card that showed ingredients, description of the meal, nutrition content, step by step instructions and full color pictures. Check it out! <br />
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I let my 13 yo son pick which meal to make first. He chose the Sauteed Chicken with Ginger Parsnips and Carrots. He was so excited to get started! Here he is preparing the veggies...<br />
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What an absolute treat it was to be a part of this review! Now, let's talk shop. I know you are asking yourself...how much does this cost?</div>
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The Classic Box of 3 meals for 2 people is $69</div>
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The Classic Box of 3 meals for 4 people is $129</div>
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The Veggie Box of 3 meals for 4 people is $109</div>
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Click <a href="http://www.hellofresh.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE </a>to go to the website, find out more, and place your order. Set your subscription on your own terms. Have weekly delivery, once a month delivery, etc. Just visit the calendar and click on when you want your box. Or, just order for a special occasion!</div>
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What's the bottom line for me? Well, Hello Fresh asked me to do this review and provide my honest opinion. So, here it goes....</div>
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<li>We loved receiving our box. It was like early Christmas. All of the ingredients were fresh and well organized.</li>
<li>The recipes were unique and we were able to try new foods that we have never had - like parsnips and chick peas!</li>
<li>The recipes were easy to follow and I liked that they did not take more than 30 minutes from start to finish. In the end, we had beautiful, gourmet meals.</li>
<li>The price is not within my budget. Boo-hoo. I wish it was. But, we are a family on a tight budget and my food shopping for the month is about the amount of one box for four people. So, we won't be ordering again. But, if my budget ever changed I would be all over this! </li>
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I encourage you to give this a try. It is fun and you will love the food! Make it a family event....bring everyone together. Or, try it out for a special dinner guest. Now, that's a way to impress someone with a gourmet meal!<br />
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Use this <b>COUPON CODE</b> when ordering: PWVB3Y to get $20 off your first box. And, hey, I'll get $20 off too just for giving you the coupon code! Woohoo!<br />
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Check out what my peeps over at Mosaic Reviews had to say. There were many different meals ordered, so you are likely to see some delicious pictures! Click <a href="http://mosaicreviews.com/hello-fresh/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> to take a peek. <br />
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<span style="color: red;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> Udder-ific</span></i></span></div>
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Yes, the "udder" jokes have been flying around my house for the past couple of weeks. I was thrilled when I received my generous box of "pamper me" products from Udderly Smooth. Wouldn't you be excited to dive into this?<br />
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First, I dove into the <b><span style="color: purple;">hand cream</span></b>. I have eczema and tend to be cautious about lotions, but I have heard of Udderly Smooth before and I know they are a trusted name. Sha-Smooth! It was light weight and non-greasy. It absorbed well and had only a light natural fragrance. It did not cause me any inflammation. The small one now lives happily in my purse and the larger one is content to be on my desk where I work. <br />
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The next day was my "shave the legs" day. Don't judge. It's winter and this is only a 3 day per week event now. For me, shaving brings dryness. It's time to smooth on my Udderly Smooth <span style="color: red;"><b>body cream</b></span>. The texture was thicker than the hand cream, but not goopy (is that even a word?). I prefer my creams from a tube or pump, but this comes in a jar. I would suggest taking some out of the jar using a mini beauty spatula in order to avoid contamination in the jar. This probably doesn't even need to be mentioned, but, at least wash your hands well first. Anyhoo....back to the body cream. It absorbed well. I actually re-applied it because I felt I needed more. I'm not sure if this was my dry, dry skin or the product. Regardless, I sure didn't mind. It felt nice. Again...yippee.....no eczema issues!<br />
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OK, now is where I'm going to get a little TMI for some of you. The <b><span style="color: #38761d;">foot cream</span></b>. This also comes in a jar. Other foot creams I have used were much thicker. This was not. By the look of it, I expected it to be but it was not. I think I would have preferred it to be a little thicker. OK, back to my feet. My feet are not pretty. I live in Florida and rarely wear socks, so my feet take a weathered beating. Plus, I take karate and I am barefoot whenever I am in class or practicing and I'm sure you can imagine what that can do to a lady's feet. Enough said. I thought I would conduct an experiment and use the foot cream on only one of my feet. I only used the Udderly Smooth Foot Cream. I did not use a pumice stone or any other galmourfying tool (again, is that even a word?). The foot on the left is the Udderfied foot and the foot on the right is the, ahem, not Udderfied. <br />
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This was after only THREE days of applying the foot cream in the morning and at night. Amazing, right? Yes! I took one for the team and shared my scaly foot with you all....*ShUDDER*. But, I thought it would be the best way for you all to see this great product in action. To top it off, this picture was taken several hours after applying the cream and after wearing my sandals all day.<br />
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Don't just take my word for it. Included in my box of review goodies were several sample packets of the body cream. I decided to share these with some friends of mine and asked that they give me their honest opinion. Here are their two cents....<br />
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<span style="color: magenta;"><i>"<span data-measureme="1"><span class="null">I udderly love it! I used it on my legs after shaving and they were soft all day!" ~ Danyel</span></span></i></span></div>
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bit greasy, for my lotion taste, but after washing and drying my hands
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time moisturizer on my hands and feet." ~ Brenna</i></span></div>
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<br />Doreenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13892707925939570805noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3962780100121312878.post-3003293030964300682013-11-24T23:41:00.003-05:002013-11-24T23:41:35.028-05:00The First Christmas Night ~ Book Review & Giveaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's time to cuddle on the couch in your jammies and read about the beautiful story of the birth of Christ! I grew up hearing "The Night Before Christmas", starring Santa. Now, your child can hear the true story of Christmas, set to the same rhythm and rhyme.<br />
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<i><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">The First Christmas Night</span></b></i> by Keith Christopher, brings us this timeless story of that joyous time in Bethlehem. Keith's background as composer, arranger, orchestrator, and educator rings through in this story. The words flow like a melody and it brought a grin to my face as I imagined that time so long ago.<br />
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The rich, acrylic illustrations are by Christine Kornachi. You will find Christine's work in <span style="color: orange;"><i><b><a href="http://www.ourhomeschoolohana.blogspot.com/2013/11/the-sparkle-box-book-review-giveaway.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Sparkle Box</a></b></i></span>, as well. I was so impressed by the details and use of light! I thought the characters were more mid-western looking than middle-eastern looking, but that was not a breaking factor for me in loving this book. <br />
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You can get this treasured 32 page, hard covered book for only $16.99 at the Ideals Books website by clicking <a href="http://www.idealsbooks.com/First-Christmas-Night-Keith-Christopher/dp/0824956532" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br />
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'Tis the season for all things beautiful!<br />
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<span style="color: #666666;"><i><b>The Sparkle Box, </b></i><span style="color: black;">by Jill Hardie,</span><i> </i></span>is a book to remind us of the true meaning of Christmas. It gathers the family together for a meaningful way of sharing blessings, loving one another, and reflecting on the gifts we all have to share.<br />
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<span id="yui_3_13_0_1_1384886428018_15801" style="background-color: white; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px; text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sam
is so excited about Christmas! He's thinking about his Christmas list,
looking forward to holiday parties, and puzzling over one very
mysterious gift: a sparkly box sitting on the mantel. In the midst of
the festivities, Sam and his family participate in various acts of
kindness to others. On Christmas morning, when Sam finally opens the
Sparkle Box, he finds only slips of paper that record the family's good
deeds. Sam's mom explains that the things that they've been doing are,
in fact, a gift for Jesus, for Jesus said that whatever we do for those
in need, we do for Him. </span></i></span><br />
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My son (age 13) and I traveled to visit my sister's family this past week. We were excited to share this book with my nephews, age 10 and 6, and my great-niece, age 2. They all gathered on the couch to hear the story. Matthew read it to them with such fun animation! They all enjoyed the story and the beautiful illustrations by Christine Kornachi.<br />
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The children were so inspired by the story that they quickly went to work decorating their own Sparkle Box that came safely tucked in a pocket at the end of the book.<br />
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Markers, stickers, cuts of paper, and love went into their project! They shared ideas of how they could give and bless this season and fill their Sparkle Box with lots of treasures for Jesus' birthday.<br />
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The finished creation was as unique as each of them and was safely placed on their mantle. A wonderful family tradition had just begun!<br />
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What will you do this season to add sparkle to the world? How can your family be a blessing to someone?<br />
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<b><i>King's Faith</i></b> delivers a powerful message of hope, faith, love, and courage. It is a story of second chances, overcoming one's past, and a forgiveness that everyone needs. </div>
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Brendan King’s life spiraled to rock bottom, the teen found hope in a
new relationship with Christ while serving time in a juvenile
penitentiary. Recently released from prison, Brendan finds solace in the
foster home of a couple struggling with suppressed grief.</i></div>
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from a group of believers. Yet the bonds of his old way of life—and the
gang that wants to know where he hid their stash on a long-ago night—are
strong. In his darkest moment, Brendan found faith. Now he must decide
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<i> </i>This movie is PG-13 for violence, drug content, and thematic events. I agree with this rating. I watched it with my (almost) 14 year old and it was fine for him. The movie does start out right away with a flash back scene that involves a drug raid and graphic imagery. The story returns to that scene, briefly, a couple more times throughout the movie. This is an excellent movie for teens and adults. It is power packed with excellent acting, a gripping plot, and a message that will change you.</div>
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Sometimes it is so hard to say "no". <b><span style="color: orange;"><i>Can't - Wait Willow!</i></span></b> is a wonderful story about a little girl who has a hard time saying "no" to some good things, even when something great is just around the corner.<br />
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<i>Willow is so excited that the Over-the-Top Circus has finally come to
town! The only problem is, that when left to her own devices, she can’t
say “no” to some good things. On the way to the show, she is distracted
by enticing treats and fun that she just can’t turn down. Willow arrives
late and is sad to find that, not only has she has run out of time, but
money, and she won’t be able to enjoy the pink cotton candy she’s been
dreaming of. Willow is given valuable advice and a second chance and is
ultimately taught the lesson that sometimes in life you have to say “no”
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Author, Christy Ziglar, is a financial planner, mother of twins and niece of
legendary motivator and the world’s original optimist, Zig Ziglar. As part of the <a href="http://alwaysshinebright.com/book/cant-wait-willow/" target="_blank">Shine Bright Kids</a> series, <span style="color: orange;"><b><i>Can't-Wait Willow! </i></b></span>instills the values of taking responsibility and having self-control. Oh, to learn delayed gratification is such a challenge! Spending the day with Willow in this story will help bridge this topic with your child. I even read it with my 13 year old son. Yes, he thought it was too childish for him, but the message was right on the nose! He decided to keep the money he had been saving for an item he has been wanting for a while instead of spending it on a video game. <i>Thanks, Willow!</i><br />
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You and your child will also enjoy the beautiful illustrations by Luanne Marten. The vibrant colors and whimsical scenery are stunning. Sweet Willow is so curious about her world that it makes it even harder to say "no". But she receives a second chance and learns a life lesson. I just love a happy ending. <br />
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