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Having a 13 year old, it is hard to find great ideas for him as far as "stocking stuffer" gifts.   I have been trying to get my game plan together and when I was sent the Old Trapper Beef Jerky for review, I knew I had found one of the things going in there!   I didn't think much about it, as I wanted to try the beef jerky for me... Just being honest!   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. Headed to the game and not much time to pack lunch?  Just grab some beef jerky!   Or after a game and not wanting to fight the crowd of everyone and their brother trying to grab a bite to eat on the way home?  Yep, beef jerky!   I have actually caught myself grabbing it for a snack on work days and...

Have a diva in your life that you need to get a few stocking stuffer ideas for?  Have you thought about the Hard Candy line of Trolls inspired goodies?  Yes!  Inspired by the new Trolls movie (that I need to go see)  they have a line of makeup that is perfect for stockings, or even to make a gift bag full of items! 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. These fun, easy to use Hard Candy hair chalk sticks allow you to change up your look for just one day or night, and easily wash out in the shower. Use one color all over, make streaks, or use more than one color for a beautiful rainbow effect.   In just one sweep, Metallic Mousse wrap lips in a divine velvety texture with a metallic finish.  This full cov...

With my name being Noelle, you know people comment about this being my time of year.  Actually, we were recently talking about making cookies and what not and I admitted that I was not a baker. They then threw out "with a festive name like Noelle, you need to bake, especially during the holidays!"  Thanks to Trudeau, I will be baking with the kids this season! Have you seen all the goodies they have?  Perfect for many people on your list!    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. Trudeau really has everyone covered!!! For those that love to bake, or at least want to start to attempt to do so: Bakeware Set of 3 Round Chocolate Molds Trudeau’s silicone chocolate molds have round ridged polished cavities for ...

I believe everyone in our family likes to snack from time to time.  I remember when the boys were younger and we would go pick them up to come to visit.  It was like they were loaded with snacks, or needed to stop and buy snacks for the road. After they left, I would find more snack wrappers in their room... so it is real.  Some like chocolate, some don't. Some like hard candy, some don't.  ALL love fruit. I think I have a perfect stocking stuffer for them this year! Crispy Fruit 100% freeze dried fruit snacks!!!! 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. Crispy Fruit  has been thrown in my purse for me to snack on.  It has gone to school with Broxton for lunch and it has even made a couple appearances as part of...

You know how Emojiez are all the hype right now?  Broxton (age 7) has no cell phone or anything, but he LOVES getting my phone and sending Emojiez in text messages to my parents and my brother. I honestly don't think he can send a message at all that he doesn't have to add a few Emojiez at the end.  We were sent a selection of their products for review and Broxton had to take the stickers to school to share with his friends.  They loved them and he loved being able to share a smile (literally and figuratively!)  with his friends.   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 looking for something for Stocking Stuffers this year (or even a cute gift topper for a special someone!)  look at the Emojiez line.  ...

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 lotion.  There is no denying that.  I will always have at least a couple different brands / scents at all times in the house. One - I love the smells of it.  Two - I love the way it makes my skin feel.  Three- I have a slight obsession.  I have been working with Vaseline Lotions for a while now and their products never seem to disappoint.  The latest that was sent to me was their "Intensive Care Advanced Repair" in lightly scented and fragrance free.  I actually have the lightly scented sitting on my nightstand now. I love it.  It is very light, like a milky feeling... and it seems to quickly absorb into my skin.  I normally put it on right as I get ready to go to b...

When I was young, I went to a day care.  I remember that every day, they would get us ready for when our parents would pick us up.  We would all sit and watch a couple kid friendly shows, they would wash our hands and face (day care was rough... we played all the time OUTSIDE!)  fix our hair and then we would go home...   One of the shows we watched?  Mister Rogers Neighborhood. I loved it as a kid and when I saw that they had sort of "remade" Mister Rogers show, I was THRILLED!!!!   Granted, it is geared for the preschool age, but every now and then I still catch Broxton watching it.   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. The show I am talking about?  Daniel Tigers Neighborhood! This cartoon show follows Daniel Tiger, son of Daniel Striped Tige...

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 case you are trying to figure out a couple stocking stuffer ideas...  Or maybe you are looking for a couple of gift ideas for a teacher in your life.. Why not make a cute gift basket for the teacher, but include a cd for them to use to get excitement in the classroom???  Here is a list of some that have recently been released!   Brady Rymer   (who also plays with the Laurie Berkner Band and From Good Homes) makes music with a “rock and roll heart” ( New York Times ).  Just Say Hi  will be his seventh album for families, crowd-funded by Brady's legions of fans. Every track on  Just Say Hi!  is an expansive and life-affirming musical experience, fueled...

I am so excited to share a little bit of great news with you... Remember when I shared that we were sent an adorable Gundimal and an equally adorable Curious George for review ?  Well... LUCKY LUCKY YOU!!!! One winner is going to win a Gundimal and Curious George of their own!  (I am not sure what actual Gundimal it will be, but come on... they are all so cute!)       a Rafflecopter giveaway