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FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.   I mentioned before how I like to "travel" and visit places by checking them out online... Well, I can now add a new mode of "transportation" to my list.  While watching the Smithsonian Channel of Aerial America (Southeast Collection)  DVD, I was able to visit my home state of Georgia and the surrounding Southern States such as Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, North Carolina and South Carolina.   You don't have to sit and watch the whole DVD at once,  you can click on the menu and pick the state you want to check out when you are ready.  Of course, we went with Georgia first and it was nice to see that they not only mention the coastal area's but also highlight the capital and many pla...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.   Time to get ready for Spring Cleaning, right?  We all know we want to use products that are safe for our loved ones, so why not check out the line from Home Logic ? They have a wide variety of cleaning products... From all purpose cleaners to glass cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, laundry detergent and even bed bug spray!   Head over to see what all products they do offer, I am telling you- between the options of cleaners and then giving you a choice between Citrus Grove or Jasmine Mist, they are sure to get your house sparking and smelling great!    We were sent their glass cleaner.  Now, I don't worry when Broxton helps me and cleans the windows for me:   No more ammo...

Man, these days need to slow down!  I had no idea it was Friday until not too long ago... Sorry for posting the FRIDAY FEAST late, but better late than never!   Hope you are in the mood to head to New Orleans, as I received this in my email. This is from Ocean Catering Company . I have not tried this yet and I will not be trying it until after the baby comes... Let me know if you make it and what you think about it!   New Orleans style Gumbo   Ingredients 1lb. smoked, pulled chicken meat (about 1 fat chicken) Salt and pepper 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 pound smoked, Andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 5 tablespoons margarine 1 large onion, chopped 8 cloves garlic minced 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 3 stalks celery chopped 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning 2 teaspoons Gumbo File 1/4 bunch flat leaf...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.       When Broxton saw the previews for this movie, he knew he wanted to see it. He kept asking about the release date and when it finally arrived in the theaters, we were out of town.  Lucky for all of us,. we were visiting my parents and Broxton was able to talk them into going to see it with him.  The four of us went to see it and left laughing and talking about what a good movie it was.  The thing is, he wanted to go see it again and again... with movie tickets being around $10 each here, we can't afford to go to the movies repeatedly, so we were excited when it was about to be released on Blu-Ray / DVD. As soon as it arrived, we had a movie night and enjoyed it, all over again!...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.     Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment brings back to life your favorite museum heroes in NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM : SECRET OF THE TOMB available on Blu-ray™ and DVD March 10. Families around the globe have come out to see the hysterical third and final installment in the franchise which has grossed more than a billion dollars 2 . Now, parents and kids can not only enjoy the best ‘ Night ’ ever, but also get their hands on a bonus Digital HD movie: their choice of either Night at the Museum or Night at the Museum : Battle of the Smithsonian . If it’s laughter you’re after, get ready for the most hilarious night ever! Ben Stiller leads an all-star comedy cast, including Robin Willi...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.   Carpool is my "me time" it is when I read books for me and escape for just a bit... I love books that are easy to read and don't require much thought.  (I feel sort of shameful saying this, but I am just being honest.)  Sort of like a beach book, if you will...  You know, something to pass the time and an easy read, but in a good way.  Not easy like childish, but easy like you don't have to read it more than once to figure out who is who and what is going on.  That was the case with The Perils of Pauline.  I thought the book was a good one.   In it, we meet Pauline and see how she deals with civilian life (No, you do not have to know anything about the military, except tha...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.     If you are like me, I am never really too far from my phone. I honestly can not remember what I did before I had a cell phone!  (Hello, IMDB, GOOGLE and all the other sites I randomly access when I feel the need to find something out right that second!)  They say that phones are always covered in germs and I am sure with the elements around us on a daily basis it isn't helping.  Have you heard of DigiPals ? They are super cute carriers that are available in 4 different animals.  You can choose between a penguin, a turtle, an owl or a monkey!  They are soft and not only do they carry your phone, they can be used to wipe it clean.  (You know that you get tired of thos...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.   I think that books allow an escape from todays world, for the most part. Then, there are other books that are fascinating and educational.  For years, I have had a large library, but when we had Broxton the many, many books I bought for me turned into books for him and I love encouraging him to read.  I have some books still, but many have been sold or donated over the years.  I was given the opportunity to check out The World Almanac and Book of Facts for 2015.  To be honest, I was thinking it was something totally different, so when I started flipping through the pages, I was a bit surprised with all of the information and facts that were in this book.  Then, when we found out we ...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.       Ever since Broxton got his first Kidz Bop CD (feels like ages ago, not sure when it was)  he has loved these CDs.  As soon as he saw the commercial for the latest one, hitting the shelves on March 23rd, he has been asking to get it.. and to be honest, I don't think he knows any of the songs on this current CD ---  YET!   The CD, sung BY kids... FOR kids.. is always a big hit and I am lucky to not only get to share this information with you, but I get to host a giveaway for one lucky reader to win!  (Enter on the Rafflecopter form below!)  Kidz Bop 28 Tracklist:   (Click the link to preview the songs!) Uptown Funk Blank Space Lips Are Movin Je...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.   Just in time for Easter!!!  The Beginners Bible on DVD! This is a 90 minute DVD that would be perfect, since it tells the Story Of Easter , The Nativity and Moses!  I can't think of a better Easter basket gift than this!!!   PROGRAM DESCRIPTION   Created to help you share the most important lessons from the greatest stories ever told, THE BEGINNER'S BIBLE™ is a delightful way to introduce young children to the Bible's timeless stories of inspiration, courage and faith.  Featuring an original theme song from Kathie Lee Gifford, memorable songs, vivid animation and heartwarming characters all come together to bring the true wonder and joy of the Bible to rich life in this DVD s...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.   I love the Easter baskets that Broxton gets each year and I love that we always have such a great selection of cute books to add to it.  The bright colors, the beautiful flowers, the books are always so cute and festive!   We were sent a couple Disney books to get us geared up for Easter this year and of course, some even have stickers!  Talk about making kids excited!    I thought all the books were cute, because who doesn't just love Thumper?  Not to mention seeing who ends up in the missing bonnet, but I thought the Doc McStuffins lift the flap was a perfect way to have an indoor Easter Egg hunt!    All the books would make great gift ideas th...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.   Having a 6 year old in the house, we don't really do many candles.  I would love to have more, but we don't for two reasons...  One reason?  He thinks if a candle is lit, he MUST blow it out as soon as he notices it.  The second reason?  I don't want candles lit in rooms I am not in, but I do love walking into a room with a distinct aroma. That being said, imagine the delight when I received the following email:   "Have you heard? Air Wick is once again changing the home fragrance category with their NEW Air Wick Life Scents TM Collection . This first of its kind collection features new scent technology with constantly changing fragrances crafted to mimic real life experi...

FTC Compliant Review Policy: The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.    Are you ready for a giveaway?!   Time to enter to win a copy of Penguins of Madagascar!!!  To get you excited to win, I am including a couple fun activities to get everyone excited!  We will be watching this soon and I can not wait!!!!     Penguins Maze (Click to enlarge) Penguins Spy Badge (Click to enlarge) Penguins Coloring Sheet (Click to enlarge)     a Rafflecopter giveaway