Wednesday, May 29, 2013

MOVIE REVIEW: Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son about his Father

Dear Zachary
4/5
 
Here's what www.netflix.com says:
 
2008 NR 93 minutes
Filmmaker Kurt Kuenne's poignant tribute to his murdered childhood friend, Andrew Bagby, tells the story of a child custody battle between the baby's grieving grandparents and Shirley Turner, Bagby's pregnant ex-girlfriend and suspected killer. Initially, Kuenne made this documentary as a memorial for Andrew's loved ones, but it morphs into an emotional legal odyssey when Turner goes free on bail and is allowed to raise her son.
Cast:
Genre:
 
My thoughts:
 
What an amazing documentary. It started as a documentary telling this little boy about his father, his life and his untimely death caused by the boys mother. It goes on to change when the mother does the unthinkable, it becomes a documentary about the lives of the entire family & the grandparents fight for better laws. Great to learn more about this crime & about the family that went through the tragedy.

Friday, May 24, 2013

Soft Scrub 4 in 1 Toilet Care Review & Product Giveaway!

Thanks to Purex Insiders, I was chosen to try new Soft Scrub 4 in 1 Toilet Care!
 
New Soft Scrub 4 in 1 Toilet Care with Bleach, in the Alpine Fresh scent. It smells very fresh, cleanly but also a cool, refreshing touch. This product offers four steps in one handy little toilet bowl hanger. First off, it starts with Cleans Toilet then adds Prevents Future Buildup then Fights
Toilet Ring and finally Freshens Up to 4 Weeks. At first, I was a little unsure of how well it would not only help keep the toilet clean & prevent build-up, but fight toilet ring and freshen up to 4 weeks.
 
However, after using it for only a week, I was able to see a difference. Not only was the toilet cleaner, but the whole bathroom smelled fresher every day!
 
Here are some facts about Soft Scrub 4 in 1 Toilet Care with Bleach:
 
Unique Design
Advanced Formula
Long Lasting Cleaning & Freshening
Lasts up to 4 Weeks
Water activates the Cleaner with Each Flush!
2 Great Scents: Alpine Fresh & Sapphire Waters
Costs less than $2
Available at Walmart
 
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Thanks to Purex Insiders for allowing me to try this product and give my readers the opportunity too. All opinions expressed are my own although Purex Insiders did provide me with the opportunity!
 
 
 

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Movie Review: Frogs

 
 
2/5
 
Here's what www.netflix.com says about it:
 
1972 PG 90 minutes
Millionaire Ray Milland kills any animal that moves on his island estate. The slaughter continues even when his family visits the island. Sam Elliott challenges Milland to mend his ways -- but to no avail. That means the swamp critters will have to decide things on their own. For Kermit & Co., it's payback time. You'll laugh till you croak!
Cast:
Genre:
 
 
My thoughts:
 
Boring!! You can tell it's an old movie, the effects are out of it & the concept was odd. We watched the whole thing tho!!
 

Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Bath & Kitchen Cleanser Review & Giveaway!!!

 
As a Purex Insider, I get to try all sorts of products!! I recently was chosen to try out the Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Cleanser in Lemon scent.
 
I first decided to use it to scrub up my washer & dryer. They'd been out of commision for about 6 months before we were able to get them reconnected in the right spot. We finally did, and they had really gotten dirty. They had been brand new, only about 4 months old when we'd stopped using them!
 
The Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Cleanser Lemon Scent was amazing!! It smelled so fresh and citrusy. I prefer it to bleach cleansers now!
 
Needless to say, the washer & dryer are now SHINING!! The cleanser worked well with a scrub pad and shined them right up!
 
My daughter even used it today to scrub out the containers we use to store summer toys in winter and it scrubbed them up and took the odor they had away!!
 
Purex Insider's was kind enough to pick me to try out a bottle of the product, however all opinion here are strictly my own!!
 
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Thursday, April 25, 2013

Movie Review: The Rendering

The Rendering
3/5
 
Here's what www.netflix.com says:
2002 NR 92 minutes
Sarah (Shannon Doherty) is a young woman who "takes back the night" and helps send her stalker (Peter Outerbridge) to jail. But even from jail, the deranged, obsessed man manages to torment Sarah relentlessly, framing her husband and threatening to ruin her life completely. Sarah soon realizes it may take extraordinary steps to finally end her nightmare. Is she up to the task?
Cast:
 
 
My thoughts:
 
Not a bad movie, alot of twists and crazy happenings though. The movie had a good storyline concept, not sure it was pulled off to the best, but not bad.

The Christian Parenting Handbook Review

Are you a Christian parent struggling with how to raise your children to be more Christ-like? The Christian Parenting Handbook provides real life help for everyday struggles. This book provides strategies for parents to deal with all stages of your child's life.

The chapter titled: Consistancy is Overrated, touched me right off the bat. As a mom who's also busy with church work, a full time job, only 1 day off a week, some days I can not stick to a schedule. If God threatened to throw me in the Lion's Den with Daniel or flood the Earth and I couldn't get on the Ark with Noah, I would still not be able to stick to a solid set of rules or a schedule. Mind you, we do have rules, we do have a schedule, however if we decide to break from eating at the table and eat pizza in front of the tv once in a while, it's okay. God's okay with it and we should be too. Too much schedule, too much consistancy can sometimes overwhelm us all.
Chapter 7, Envision a Poisitive Future, showed me that we must help our children see a brighter future. Praise them, share God with them, help them to be motivated and they can create their own positive future.
In Chapter 3, we learn about consequences. Sometimes a child doesn't know what to do, just because you've told them to do something, doesn't mean they know how to do it. Before punishing your child, think of the consequences. Take a moment to show them how to do it correctly. Chapter 27 talks about disciplining each child seperately, not all children as a group. Punishments do not always need to be the same. Punish them seperately, individually. What a different way to think about that!

Finally, in reading this book, I learned so many helpful, handy tips on how to parent my children. Making meal times into something more, creating better relationships, helping our children, not hindering them.

Mark your calanders:

These special days could be important for you & your family.

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Here’s what the package includes:
The Christian Parenting Handbook electronic versions for iPad, Kindle, Nook or any mobile device ($29.97)
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Thursday, April 18, 2013

Photo Offers 4/18

Here are a few photo offers:

Snapfish is offering a 20 Page Softcover 5×7 Photo Book for $1.99 shipped when you enter the code HPREWARD at checkout. You have until May 31st, 2013 to use this code.

Shutterfly is offering a FREE 5×7 Folded Photo Greeting Card or 5×7 Flat Stationery card (up to $2.09) when you enter the code CARD4U

Snapbox Review & Giveaway

I had the pleasure of reviewing SnapBox, they are a company that turns your smart phone photos into beautiful framed canvas. Each frame is matte black baked enamel finish on 100% real wood
These frames come in a variety of sizes, at a variety of prices to fit every budget.

    Frame Size                 Print Size                  Price
     5x5                               4x4                      13.29
     5x7                               4x6                      17.99
     8x10                         6.75x9                     26.65
     9x9                               8x8                      29.99
   10x13                             9x12                    36.99

* 5x5 & 9x9 prints are perfect for InstaGram photos!!


When my package arrived, I found this inside:



    
 
Sorry the photo isn't perfect, the lighting reflects alot!! Anyway, these canvas I chose turned out PERFECT!!
 
We didn't have a good recent family photo, so I chose to get 3 8x10's. One of my daughter, one of my son & a nice photo of me & my husband.
 
 
The photo I chose of my son, is one from some photos of him I took in his wrestling uniform. I love this photo & I think the print turned out terrific. (There is no glare on the actual print, it's the lighting)
 
 
The photo I chose of my daughter was her 1st homecoming photo. She looks gorgeous & so does this print! I just love it! (Again, no glare, not very good lighting)
 
 
The photo of my husband & I is one of the few good shots we have together. I think it turned out fabulous!! (Again, no glare, lighting)
 
Some facts about SnapBox prints:
 
Made to last the lifetime of the owner.
 
Care instructions: Keep indoors, out of direct sunlight, in normal temperatures & dust occassionally with a dry rag.
 
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
 
Easy to order: Just upload your photo, choose your print size and order. Or, you can e-mail your photo to snapbox@snapboxez.com along with your print size & store or home delivery
 
E-mail Confirmation shows up in minutes with the look of your SnapBox.
 
Come ready to hang! or they stand alone on table and counter tops.
 
After receiving my SnapBox prints, I am amazed with their quality!! Here's another look:
 
 
I truly believe Snapbox's motto:
 
It’s the perfect print, at the perfect price!
 

 

 
 SnapBox provided me with the product to review, however, all opinions expressed are my own.
SnapBox also has allowed me to do a giveaway :)
 
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013

MOVIE REVIEW: The Switch

 
5/5
 
 
Here's what www.netflix.com says:
2010 PG-13 101 minutes
Still single and worried about her biological clock, Kassie decides to pursue motherhood with the help of an anonymous sperm donor. But it turns out that the donor isn't quite as anonymous as she thinks.
Cast:
Genre:
My thoughts:
 
Jennifer Aniston is really a great actress! She's so good at making you believe she is what she is playing. The movie itself was funny, yet romantic. A great chick flick!

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Purex Natural Elements: Review & GIVEAWAY!!

Today I finished up a bottle of Purex Natural Elements Tropical Splash. I've been trying this product all week on all sorts of laundry! First I tried it on sheets, which made it so if you closed your eyes and breathed against them, you'd feel like you were in the tropics, relaxing on the beach with a nice drink with an unbrella. The coconut and pineapple scents together are AMAZING!!
 
Some great facts about Purex Natural Elements Tropical Splash:
 
*Hypoallergenic, dye-free formula for sensitive skin
*Fresh, nature inspired fragrance
*Packs the cleaning power of Purex with Dirtlift Action
*Optimized to perform in high efficiency or traditional washing machines
*Costs half the price of the leading brand
*Biodegradable formula promotes green cleaning practices
*Delivers the Bright, White Clean you expect from Purex
*Combines exotic fruit like pineapple & coconut with distant flowers for a vacation for your nose!
 
After trying out Purex's new Natural Elements Tropical Splash, I want each & every one of you to get a chance to try it out for FREE!! Thanks to Purex Insiders, I am able to offer you a chance to win one of three coupons for a free bottle of Purex Natural Elements Tropical Splash.
 
 
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Purex gave me the opportunity to try this product, all opinions are my own.
 
 

MOVIE REVIEW: Dying Young

Dying Young
4/5
 
Here's what www.netflix.com says:
 
1991R114 minutes
Julia Roberts plays a modern-day Florence Nightingale to a wealthy young recluse (Campbell Scott) afflicted with a rare form of leukemia. During the time they spend together, nurse and patient begin to slowly fall in love. But the big question is, can their devotion weather grueling rounds of chemotherapy? And what if remission fails? Co-stars Colleen Dewhurst.
Cast:
Julia Roberts, Campbell Scott, Vincent D'Onofrio, Colleen Dewhurst, David Selby, Ellen Burstyn, Dion Anderson, George Martin
Genre:
Romantic Dramas, Tearjerkers, Medical Dramas, Romance
 
My thoughts:
 
I am a huge Julia Roberts fan! I love watching her movies, she captured my heart in Steel Magnolias. This time period, she must have done alot of similar character roles. She does this one just as well as the others though. I really enjoyed it. It made me smile :)

Monday, April 1, 2013

New Purex Glitter!!!

Purex has decided to release a new product this year that really kicks up the laundry spectrum a few notches!! I'm so excited that I not only got to know about this product, I get to try it too!! I just got it on Saturday and I can't wait to try it!

Have you personally ever wanted to be like the vampires in Twilight? Have you wanted your dress to sparkle when you spin around on the dance floor? Have you really wanted your wedding day or your prom night to really stand out? To be the prettiest, sparkling beauty in the room? Now, with  Purex's new Glitter, you can:


Facts about Purex Glitter:

Has Sparkle Action to really make you shine!
Washes out easily when your special event is over.
Along with providing sparkle, still washes out tough stains.
Has Clean Power.
Available in a store near you, sometime soon.

Here are a few ideas where Purex Glitter would be helpful:

Graduation Day, make yourself really stand out from the rest of the crowd:



Make the most of your wedding day, shining in front of your family & friends:



Finally, dress up your children's outfit before pictures or special days:


There are so many things to sparkle for, so many ways to use this new product! I'm really excited about trying this!! Let me know your thoughts!!

Purex provided the sample of their new Purex Glitter, I'll only be sampling it!

Sunday, March 31, 2013

MOVIE REVIEW: Cujo

Cujo
5/5
 
Here's what www.netflix.com says:
 
Cujo1983R95 minutes
Based on horrormeister Stephen King's best-selling novel, Cujo chronicles a tale of man's best friend turned satanic killer. Slobbery St. Bernard Cujo is much loved by owners Donna Trenton (Dee Wallace) and her son, Tad (Danny Pintauro), but when a rabid bat bites Cujo, he morphs from happy pup into crazed canine. In the nail-biting climax, Donna and Tad barricade themselves in their car, with 200-pound Cujo skulking nearby. …
Cast:
Dee Wallace, Danny Pintauro, Daniel Hugh Kelly, Christopher Stone, Ed Lauter
Genre:
Creature Features, Dramas Based on Contemporary Literature, Dramas Based on the Book, Horror
My thoughts:
 
Great, great horror movie! First off, who wouldn't be afraid of a giant dog, foaming at the mouth & trying to attack you?? Immediate horror!! On top of all that, the woman is trapped with her small child, who is panicky. Every mother knows, every good mother would so go one on one with that dog for their child's health or life. Really enjoyed this & the ending totally made me not only jump, but scream! 

Thursday, March 28, 2013

FREEBIE 3/28


Today's sample:

Pull-Ups Sample

Check back for more :)

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Monday, March 25, 2013

MOVIE REVIEW: Under the Tuscan Sun

Under the Tuscan Sun
3/5
 
Here's what www.netflix.com says:
2003 PG-13 113 minutes
After divorcing her cheating husband, Frances Mayes tries to overcome her depression and writer's block by taking a vacation to Tuscany. Charmed by the location, she impulsively decides to buy a villa there.
 
My thoughts:
Not a bad movie, a little slow moving for me. Some parts I didn't get why they were going on, seemed like a good movie, just drawn out.

Friday, March 22, 2013

New Purex Detergent with Crystals Review & GIVEAWAY!!

What do you get when you combine this:

and this:??

Well, of course you get the new product:

I just love the fresh new scent of the Purex with Crystals. I used it for two loads at first, the smell when you open the washer to add the clothes to the dryer is AMAZING!! I didn't need any fabric softener added in the dryer and the clothes still came out smelling AMAZING!! I can't stop raving about this amazing product!

Some AMAZING facts about this new product from Purex:

Perfect for everyday laundry!
Enhances your entire laundry experience.
Dirt Lift Action ~ works deep into clothes to get the dirt out!
Clothes stay bright, white and clean.
Half the price of the leading brand.

And, the average family saves about $45 a year using the new Purex with Crystals.

New Purex (plus fabric softener) with Crystals is available at your local:
Walmart
Kroger
Target
& other Purex retailers

Purex Insiders was kind enough to give me the product to try, although all opinions are mine alone!!

Enter to win a free bottle of the new Purex with Crystals:

Thanks to Purex Insiders, I was given three coupons to give away to you, my readers. Enter Here:

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Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Tropical Trio Sweepstakes!!

 
The Purex Brand, Honey Bunches of Oats & Outrigger Hotels and Resorts are having a monumental giveaway:
 
One (1) Grand Prize Winner will win a 4 night stay Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach
Five (5) 1st Place Winners will win one year's supply of Purex Natural Elements Tropical Splash Detergent & Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blends
One hundred (100) winners will receive coupons for free Purex Natural Elements Tropical Splash & Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blend
 
 
Here's a little sneek peak at the Grand Prize:
 
 

Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blends Review & Giveaway!!

I received a package from Purex Insiders in February containing a new product, Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blends. Now, as a fan of Honey Bunches of Oats, I was excited to try the new blend.
 
 
I first tried the new Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blends as a breakfast or AM snack, as I call it for day care. I tried it alongside the little boy I babysit, who is 3. We tried the Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blend at our 9:30 time slot.
 
Before I tried the cereal, I was unsure if it would taste good or not as I wasn't sure the mango flavored flakes, real coconut shavings and coconut flavored clusters were going to be very tasty. After my first few bites, I realized how wrong I had been.
 
The delicious flavor of the tropical blend made my mouth feel like a tropical vacation!
 
Some of the benefits of Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blend:
 
10g Whole Grain
120 Calories per serving
6g of sugar
9 Essential Vitamins and Minerals, including 60% Daily Value of iron
4 Wholesome Grains
Heart Healthy (0g Trans Fat, 0.5g Saturated Fat, 0mg Cholesterol)
 
 
And, for all the moms out there who use Women's Infants & Children's Supplemental Program, the Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blends is WIC eligible!!
 
 
As a part of my trying out the new cereal, Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blends, Purex Insiders & Honey Bunches of Oats have given me the opportunity to share this new prodect with you. Three lucky readers will receive a coupon for 1 free box of Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blend.
 
Here's how:
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Yes, it's that simple and you'll be entered to win one of 3 boxes of Honey Bunches of Oats Tropical Blends.
 
All opinions expressed in the above post are of my own views & interest. Honey Bunches of Oats & Purex Insiders simply provided the product for me to review & the coupons I am able to reward the winners.
 

MOVIE REVIEW: The Hitcher

The Hitcher
The Hitcher ~ 5/5
 
Here's what www.netflix.com says:
 
2007 R 84 minutes
During a cross-country drive, two students pick up a hitchhiker but are soon fighting for their lives when their passenger turns out to be a serial killer. To the authorities, however, the couple appears to be involved in the mysterious man's crimes.
Cast:
Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough, Kyle Davis, Skip O'Brien, Travis Schuldt, Danny Bolero, Jeffrey Hutchinson, Yara Martinez, Lauren Cohn
Genre:
Slashers and Serial Killers, Teen Screams, Horror

My thoughts:
 
What a great horror movie! Unsuspecting, trusting people, a serial murderer, long stretch of deserted highway. My favorite death was the one from a semi-truck!