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Bad Boy, Good Boy is being released on May 7, 2013. I really liked the story, but it did bother me a bit that they kept calling Sam a bad boy. Bad Boy, Good Boy is a really cute book that is based on 4 short stories.  Each of the stories have great illustrations and they follow Sam on his adventure. Yes, Sam does things that would upset adults... and maybe Sam doesn't think... but I really did not like that they kept calling him a bad boy...   (I know, maybe it is just me...but I am saying I did not like it.) Anyways, at the end of each story, we see why Sam did what he did... and we learn that Sam is NOT a bad boy... he is actually a Good Boy... that just did things wrong to get the results... He was never a "bad boy" on purpose, as his heart was always in the right place... Broxton and I were able to talk about what all Sam did... and how it could have been handled differently, so maybe that was a good way to do it... To let the book point out it was bad... and t...

 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 dad that has his own CPA firm... and a brother that is getting ready to graduate with his Master's in Accounting... You know I am all about sharing a few tips to make tax time easier.  I never thought much about Master Lock in terms of organization.... Quite honestly, I thought they just supplied locks of all sorts... Then, I was informed of more... With Tax Season's Deadline almost here... When is a better time than now to start preparing for next year?  In stead of running around trying to find all the different types of papers you need to give when filing your taxes, why not keep them all nice and neat in a Master Lock Storage Security Box ? We were sent one for review and I was rather im...

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 will be the first to admit that I am always a bit skeptical about milk.   In restaurants, I worry that they have left it out... and as soon as it expires, I will not use it at home.. Maybe because I am not a big fan of just drinking milk, so I am always worried I might not know if it is safe to drink or not...  I am lucky that Broxton loves to drink milk, so we go through it pretty regularly here... But, when we are planning on going out of town or something, I am always hesitant to buy a new thing of milk...   I have always said I wanted to try the "shelf stable" milk... but I was always second guessing myself. What if I bought it and he hated it?  What if I bought it and it was bad?  I am goo...

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. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION It’s time to travel down the tracks with Thomas and his engine friends for mischievous adventures on the   Island   of   Sodor   in the all-new   Thomas & Friends ® : Railway Mischief   arriving on DVD April 9, 2013 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment.  Featuring five brand new episodes and a bonus, collectible “Calling All Engines” poster, this DVD will be available exclusively at Walmart for a limited time for a suggested retail price of $14.98. So grab your train whistles, put on your engineer’s caps and get ready for trainloads of fun with everyone’s favorite Number 1 Engine!   DVD SYNOPSIS Cinders and Ashes! There’s trouble on the tracks for T...

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. There is nothing like walking into a home and noticing a nice aroma.  No, I am not talking about a knock you in the face scent... but a welcoming scent that is pleasant.   We were recently sent the limited edition National Park Collection from Air Wick  and I tell you, they all smell great and really invite your senses to make your brain want to plan a trip to one of these locations. The National Park Collection Includes: Grand Canyon -    Be awestruck by the breathtaking majesty of Grand Canyon  National Park then discover the subtle floral notes of delicate  cactus blossoms carried on the warm summer breeze. Hawaii Kaloko- Honokohau -  Escape to a tropical island s...

I love personalized gifts...  They always put a smile on my face... and on the gift recipients face as well! I have had worked with Cafe Press in the past... and I was very pleased with the speed and quality of their products.  In honor of both my mom and dad having birthday's this month....  Or maybe because Spring Cleaning has you wishing for something new (Maybe custom bedding for your room, nothing like a little "keep calm and carry on" in the bedroom!! Or if you are in the cute Chevron phase that everyone is doing now... they have cool shower curtains  that will be perfect!)  Hey, Teacher Appreciation is coming up, right?   Maybe you want to get a nice gift for your teacher...  The options are endless.... One lucky winner is going to win a $25 gift code to use at Cafe Press. With April being Autism Awareness month, a portion of the proceeds from their autism awareness products will go back to the cause! If my dad was one ...

I know Spring Break is going on all around us...  So, what better time to share a Do It Yourself Beauty Recipe when you need a bit of time to rest and rejuvenate?    This post contains  two beauty recipes from Julieanna Hever, best-selling author and host of one of Veria Living’s newest programs,  What Would Julieanna Do? Do-it-Yourself Beauty Recipes: Breakfast Moisturizing Face Mask : Mash 1/2 banana well with a fork, combine about 1/4 - 1/2 cup rolled oats, and drizzle about 1 TB almond milk to the mixture to create a paste. Apply to face using a circular motion as a scrub and then leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse and remove with a warm washcloth and follow up with the  Soothing Facial Moisturizer:  drizzle 3-4 drops lavender essential oil into approximately 1 TB coconut oil, mix, and apply to face. Hair Growth-Stimulating Treatment:  Brew a cup of green tea. Add 1 TB mustard powder and 1 TB cayenne pepper, the content...