Cottonelle's Clean Care Double Roll

Thanks to Crowtap I was able to try  Cottonelle's Clean Care Double Roll for free! It comes with 35% more TP on each roll then leading competitors, which means more bang for my buck and changing the TP roll less! Its a strong and soft toilet paper that cleans well. I really like the ripple texture that help get the job done! I was very pleased with my sample and will be purchasing more! 

AXE White Label Dry Spray Antiperspirant

This is my new all time favorite deodorant! I had never used spray deodorant and was a little skeptical at first but it was easy to apply, fast to dry and didn't leave any residue. Like most Axe products it smelt great. Even after a long hard day at work i could still smell it, really does last 48 hours.

JOHNSON’S Baby Bedtime Line

I used JOHNSON’S baby bedtime wash line 3 step processes when giving my son a bath. I would squirt some on a soft sponge and lather it up and then scrub down my little guy. It would make lots of suds and bubble in the water for my son to play with while I got him nice and clean. It suds up really nicely and gets all the dirt, oil, and grime off my baby. It's tough enough to clean  but gentle enough so that when it gets in my sons eyes it doesn't irritate him or make him cry. Its got a nice lavender smell to help relax and calm him to help put him to sleep. I’m a member of the Crowdtap JOHNSON’S® rewards program, and JOHNSON’S® sent me a sample of its JOHNSON’S® baby BEDTIME® moisture wash to review.

Welch’s Refreshingly Simple Juice

I was so excited to get into the Welch’s Refreshingly Simple Juice campaign from BzzAgent. They sent me the Welch’s Refreshingly Simple Peach Mango Juice for free straight to my door! My family loved this amazing Juice, it was all gone with in two days. Not only does it tastes good but it also contains no artificial sweeteners, preservatives, artificial flavors or high fructose corn syrup. So its more natural and healthier then other juice options available at the store which makes me feel like a better mom. I don't worry giving this juice to my kids. It also comes in lots of other tasty sounding flavors like Concord Grape, Strawberry Raspberry, Orange Pineapple Apple, and Passion Fruit. I think I am going to try Strawberry Raspberry next!

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Kellogg's Origins

Thanks to VocalPoint I was given Kellogg's Origins to try for free!

Kellogg's Origins Ancient Grains Ceareal is a prefect blend of whole grains. The texture is a very pleasing crunch that doesn't get too soggy by the end of the bowl. It tastes good too, its a nice natural grain flavor with just a hint of sweetness. If i am feeling a little more sweet then I mix in some vanilla yogurt with the cereal, great combo! Its also good source of fiber, however i was surprised that it didn't have any vitamins in it. Overall its a cereal I enjoy eating every morning!

Kelloggs Origins Granola is amazing. Great crunchy texture from good sized oat clusters. Its got a nice sweet vanilla flavor to it which mixes perfectly with the apples and raisins. Taste great as a cereal or mixed with yogurt. It fills you up pretty well and has a ton of fiber which is a must for me! Great granola that I plan on eating a lot of!

Silk Nog

Silk Nog is a great substitute for someone who is Dairy Free or looking for a less fating option. It taste just like regular egg nog sweet and just the right amount of spices. One thing that Silk can't compete with is the thick creamy texture of regular egg nog which is my favorite aspect of it. However because the Silk Nog is so much lighter you can drink more of it with out feeling weighed down. My only other complaint is that it comes in such a small container, its only sold in a quart why not sell it in the half gallon like other silk products and its a little pricey. I think I will stick to regular egg nog just because i prefer the thicker texture but this is a good substitute.

We also tried the Silk Almond Nog Pumpkin Spice and it was delicious! Very heavy on the pumpkin and spice flavor and really light on the nog flavor. So if your a big pumpkin flavor fan then this drink is defiantly for you. However if your looking for more of a Nog taste with some extra spice then you might want to look else were. The texture was nice and smooth and easy to drink. Might buy again but wish it came in a larger size.

Robitussin® 12-Hour Cough Relief

I was able to try the Grape Robitussin 12 hour Cough Relief for free for the first time this week. First off the taste is awful. Its more of a fake medicine flavor I could barley taste the grape. I had a hard time swallowing it and the worst part is the taste lingers in your mouth and throat. But you don't want to drink water afterwards because it will ruin the coating on your throat that helps you not cough. But besides the taste it works fairly well. It helps to keep your cough down. At least for me I would say it didn't last 12 hours but maybe closer to 8. I was surprised that this mediation will also work for kids at the age of 4 and up which is great! Saves on buying multiple products for the house. I was given this product for free for the propose of my review.

Arnott's Tim Tam cookies

Arnott's Tim Tam cookies from Australia are amazing. It is two chocolate wafers that are crispy with a delicious chocolate filling in between, then dipped in chocolate. Basically its chocolate heaven! My husband had often told me about these cookies and how he ate them as a kid but we had never bucked down and bought them before. So this was a prefect opportunity to try them for free thanks to Bzzagent. I was not disappointed at all. I am embarrassed to say that I ate the whole box by myself in one day. Guess i need to go the the gym tonight. They also have some that are filled with carmel in the middle. Sounds like a better tasting version of a Twix. I need to try them next! Now that I have tasted these wonderful chocolate dedicates, I will have a hard time walking past them at the store and not buying the whole lot! 

‎Rhodes Bread‬ Cinnnamon Rolls

I was given the opportunity to have me and some friends try ‎Rhodes Bread Cinnamon Rolls for free thanks to Tryazon! My local grocery store did not offer the microwaveable ones so I got the bake and serve ones. I made two test runs before the party just to make sure they came out perfect for the party. They come frozen and you have to have them thaw and raise before you bake them. There are a few different options on how long they need to rise. I decided to make two different batches to see which method worked best. First I tried the quick rise method where you preheat your oven, then turn the oven off and let them rise in the warm oven. This method works if you are in a rush but they don't rise as well as the longer method. The longer method takes about 7 hours and you just set them out on the counter and let them defrost and rise naturally. This method works a lot better. My next tip is you really have to make sure you don't over cook the cinnamon rolls, it even states this in the directions but I want to reemphasizes this point. The first batch I wasn't watching the clock as close as I should of been and I cooked them for 23 minutes. They came out a little tough and hard but still editable there were just not as enjoyable. The second batch I put a timer on and only cooked them for 15 minutes! Theses ones were perfect and delicious. Now that I was a pro at baking them I was ready to make the perfect patch for my friends! For the party I had two families from my church come over for a dinner. We had hamburgers for dinner and  I had the cinnamon rolls already thawing on the counter. About half way through dinner I put the cinnamon rolls in the oven to bake and told them all about the cinnamon rolls and all the different tips I had learned to make them come out just right! Once they were done cooking we packed them up, took a small walk to the river as the cinnamon rolls cooled down just a little and then we eat them while enjoying the view! They all loved the cinnamon rolls and as they left I gave them all some coupons so that they could pick some up for themselves! 

Barber Foods Cordon Bleu

I love Cordon Bleu its one of my favorite meals so I was really excited to try Barber Foods version for free thanks to Bzzagent. I cooked it in the oven because that's they only way to get the outside crispy and it always tastes better then cooking it in the microwave. The instructions said to cook for at least 20 minutes. So I did. When I pulled it out it was still ice cold in the middle. So I actually had to end up cooking it for 45 minutes to get it just right. I was surprised how wrong the instructions were. I cut it open let it cool down for just a minute and took a few bites. I was pretty disappointed. The chicken tasted great, had a nice texture and was not dry but that's all you taste. The cheese and ham inside were flavorless, which kills the whole meal. Its not Cordon Bleu with out the ham and cheese. Needless to say I wont be buying there Cordon Bleu again but I might branch out and try some of there other flavors to give them a second chance.

Stride Rite

My little guy has been walking for a couple months now and its been a constant battle to find the right shoes for him. We were blessed with the opportunity to try a free pair of stride rite shoes for the propose of  a review. The first step was using there sizing guide. I was able to get his shoe length easy enough, but measuring the weith was a little tricky. The directions on the paper were not very clear so I ended up going to there website and watching there sizing guide video tutorial a few times. I am such a visual learner so i was so glad they had the video! Once I got his size it was shopping time. Stride Rite has so many cute shoes its hard to pick just one. Ordering online was very easy and straight forward. After I ordered I got a confirmation email and once my package shipped I got a tracking number. However my tracking number was wrong and didn't work. But my package arrive just on time in 4 days, and had to be signed for. I was very impressed with the quick shipping process.

I opened my the box of shoes and was very impressed with the quality of the shoe. The stitching was well done, the fabric was strong, and the sole of the shoe was soft enough to bend but still thick enough to protect and have good traction. I put them on my son right away and they fit perfect! The velcro straps make it fast and easy to put on my sons wiggling feet. I also notice that my son was actually much more stable and tripped a lot less with theses shoes then his old pair. I looked it up and its because there shoes are made with reinforces toes, rounded edges and lightweight soles which help increase stability!  I never understood the hype about stride rite shoes until now. These are great kid shoes. Its just a bummer they grow out of them so fast. I also wish that they were a little more affordable, $40 for a toddler shoe that will be out grown in a few months is a little steep. 

AVEENO POSITIVELY RADIANT

This daily moisturizer has a pleasant smell to it with just a hint of sunscreen smell as well. The texture is very pleasing, its not too oily and rubs in very well. It keeps your skin feeling soft and moisturized for hours. It also has spf 30 to protect your skin from the harmful uv rays. Thanks to Crowdtap I was able to sample this product for free for the purpose of my review.

Wellness VoxBox

I love being am Influenster! I was mailed the Wellness VoxBox completely free. It was full of wonderful products to help strengthen and clean the body! Here are the reviews for each of the products:

Colgate Enamel Health: First off it tasted great! It has a very sweet minty taste and because it has no alcohol it does not burn your mouth as you rinse, so its easy to keep it in your mouth for the full minute. The taste last for a good hour after you use it and I would say your breath stays fresh for about 4 hours. I think Colgate Enamel Health does a good job of strengthening your teeth and freshening your breath!

Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer: This products works well but is not for me. The lotion does an average job at keeping your skin smooth and moisturized through out the day. However I personally am not a fan of the wet skin applying process. The directions specify to use directly after your shower before you dry off and then you can pat dry with a towel. I personally don't like pat drying and would prefer a lotion that i use after I dry off.  I also don't like the texture of the lotion when mixed with the water it feels too watery and soap like then an actual lotion.

Attitude 2 in 1 Shampoo and Body Wash: I was excited about this product because its all nature ingredients and its a 2 in 1 which always helps to free up space in the shower. However I was not very impressed with this product, it defiantly seems more like a store brand then a name brand product. First off the smell is very faint, its pleasant but I wish it was stronger. The soap didn't sud and lather up and much as I would like, a huge contributing factor to that is probably because its so watery. I pore it out of the bottle and it almost just spills all over the ground it doesn't seem to stick together like soap does, its almost feels like it glides right of your body. It seems to clean off, dirt and oils just fine from your body and hair. However it leaves my hair feeling dry and undernourished. Its not an amazing product but it works alright, I would use it for body wash but not as a shampoo.

Olay Active Botanical Refreshing Gel Cleanser: Has a very subtle fresh smell to it which I think is best for any facial cleansing product. The gel creates such a pleasing texture the just glides on your face and feels so soft and pleasant, I just loved the feeling. However after about 20 seconds of rubbing it in my face starts to tingle just ever so slightly. Not sure if that's how its suppose to feel or if its my skin reacting to the product. But regardless I still really like how well it cleans my face. However I am still a little confused on why they are so proud that its made with snow mushroom but never mentioned why they are important. I did some research and I am still not sure why snow mushrooms are important other then they are an old Chinese tradition.

Buttery Goodness

I was a little skeptical about this European style butter at first. How could it be better then regular butter. Well I looked into it and its made with a  fresh sweet cream that is churned  different to create a higher fat continence. So I broke it down into a side by side taste test.  Two pieces of toast with the two different butters so i could really see if you can taste the difference. Wow I was surprised at how much of a difference I tasted. Its so much richer, creamier and tastier then your average butter. Its great for baking sweets or pastries, making gravy's, spicing up vegetables or just spreading on toast! I am very impressed with the quality of this butter and will defiantly be using it again.

Chobani Greek Yogurt

My family and I have always been a fan of Chobani Greek Yogurt. Its so rich, creamy and and has a ton less sugar then the other leading brands. I love how Chobani is always coming out with new flavors to try. Thanks to the free coupons we got we finally got a change to try the Chobani Flip! We tried the Key Lime Crumble! It was like eating pie! I love to add granola to my yogurt but this was even better then that. I was very impressed with the flips and will need to try more. The only down fall is the flip part to poor in the crumbles was a little tricky and I did end up spilling some. Maybe I just need more practice in the art of Chobani flipping!

Folgers Flavor Coffee Enhancers

This week I got the chance to try all four flavors of Folgers Flavor Coffee Enhancers. They come in hazelnut, vanilla, caramel and mocha! I really like all the flavors except for Mocha but that's not a surprise because its a flavor I normally don't like. Theses flavor enhancers definitely help to spice up your average drink. I am not a coffee fan so I actually ended up using these in hot chocolate and apple cider and they worked great, However a word of caution. These are very potent flavors so you only need to use a small squeeze of it. If you put too much in your drink its awful. So be careful to not over flavor your beverage of choice.

Cottonelle flushable cleaning cloths

Cottonelle flushable cleaning cloths are great. They are handy to have by the toilet to help you get 100 percent clean. They are a good size that fits well in your hand and cleans a lartge area. I think that they are a little too wet and you have to air out before you put your pants on.  But its a miner flaw. The wipes are also great keeping in your purse and cleaning up messes or wiping down your hands as well.

Jif Bars

Jif just came out with some new Peanut Butter bars! Thanks to Crowtap I was able to try all three different flavors for free! They are delicious, surprisingly filling and great for on the go! They have a crunchy oat center that's covered in a nice thick chew layer of peanut butter on the bottom and depending on what flavor you buy, will dictate whats on the top of the bar. The best part is that they have 7g of protein which is what helped to fight my hunger so well. They are great to just grab and take on the go. However keep in mind not to leave them in the extreme heat for too long because the peanut butter/chocolate will melt and its a little messy to eat.   

Head and Shoulders Old Spice the Dynamic Duo!

My boys were so excited to try Head and Shoulders Old Spice that we got for free from VocalPoint! Head and Shoulders & Old Spice are both very trusted/favorite brands of my Husbands! So mixing the two together was genius! I am surprised this wasn't done sooner! Just one sniff of it and my boys said "It smells like heaven!" Not only do the boys like the smell of it but girls do too so that's an added bonus. They gave it a try and said it lathers up really nicely and leaves your hair smelling wonderful. They noticed as soon as they put it on, their scalp felt refreshed and did not itch. It also dramatically helped with dandruff! Also a little know secret is that its not only good for your head but your body hair as well. Head and Shoulders Old Spice is defiantly a keeper in out house!

SPLENDA Sugar Blend

Thanks to CrowdTap I was able to try Splenda Sugar blend for the first time. "Splenda Sugar Blend is a mix of Splenda Brand Sweetener and sugar, so it provides only half the calories and carbohydrate of sugar. But since sugar is blended in, it delivers what you’d normally expect from baking with sugar - it rises, spreads, browns, and helps retain moistness, making it ideal for creating moist cakes and chewy cookies!"

So I whipped up some hand squeezed lemonade and mixed in some Splenda Sugar Blend to try it. You know when you open up the sugar container and you get a whiff of pure sweet tantalizing smells of childhood. Well say good bye to that with Splenda. You open up the Splenda bag and it just smells like something artificial that was cooked up in a lab. Well the point of the Splenda sugar blend is to use half the amount of sugar so there are less calories. So I used half of the sugar that was in the ingredients.Took a sip and it wasn't as sweet as I like my lemonade. So I actually ended up using  more, which kinda defeats the purpose of cutting the calories in half. Overall the taste is fine its just not as sweet as regular sugar. My next experiment will be to try it in a baked good like brownies or cookies and see how it turns out. 

Below is a conversion table of how much Splenda you would use in a regular recipe:

IF YOUR RECIPE CALLS FOR THIS MUCH SUGAR:	USE THIS MUCH SPLENDA®SUGAR BLEND:
1/4 cup	1/8 cup (2 tablespoons or 6 teaspoons)
1/3 cup	2 Tbsp + 2 tsp (or 8 teaspoons)
1/2 cup	1/4 cup (or 4 Tbsp or 12 tsp)
2/3 cup	1/3 cup (or 5 Tbsp + 1 tsp, or 16 tsp)
3/4 cup	6 Tbsp (or 18 tsp)
1 cup	1/2 cup

How does Spenda Compair to regular Sugar?

	SPLENDA®  Sugar Blend (use ½ as much as sugar)	Sugar
For recipe sweetening:	1/2 cup	1 cup
Calories	387	774
Carbohydrate	97 grams	194 grams

Zep Instant Spot Remover Towels

My son got a bloody nose on our white couch. Why we bought a white couch in the first place is beyond me. But whats done is done. So a day later I used my free samples of Zep Instant Spot Remover Towels, which can work for removing tough stains like grease, oil, food, pet stains, tar and BLOOD! So I applied the towel directly on the spot and bolted the stain. After about 10 minutes of working with the stain It removed the majority of it but you could defiantly still tell it was there. If it wasn't a white couch then it probably would of worked better and been less noticeable. It was also a little harsh on the fabric and made it scratchy instead of being smooth. As of right now I am a little neutral about Zep Instant Spot Remover Towels. I will have to try them on different kind of stain and fabric and see if it works any better.

V8 V-Fusion +Energy

I am not much of a caffeine drinker. I don’t think our bodies really need it on a day to day base. However I do get an energy drink every time I go on a long road trip and need to be awake and alert on the road for a few hours, which is about 4 times a year. My typical energy drink of choice is Monster Low Carb. However this week I got to try V8 V-Fusion® +Energy pomegranate blueberry for free thanks to BzzAgent and V8! I am going to do a little comparison of the two energy drinks to point a few things out. First off the V8 comes in a 8oz can, which is one serving. Monster Low Carb comes in a 16oz can that is two servings, however all the numbers below will reflect Monsters Low Carb one serving with 8oz so its a fair comparison to V8. Before I starting checking the nutrition label I thought V8 would beat Monster by a landslide. I was surprised to see what I did.

V8 calories = 50         Monster calories = 10

V8 Sodium = 60mg    Monster Sodium = 190mg

V8 Sugar =10g           Monster Sugar = 3g

V8 Caffeine = 80mg   Monster Caffeine = 70mg

V8 has more calories, sugar and caffeine. However monster had a ton more sodium. I was really surprised to see Monster had less caffeine. So depending on your diet and what you’re trying to avoid, sugar, salt or calories would persuade you to either brand. However the tipping point for my choice was the ingredient list. You look at Monster’s ingredient list and I barley recognize, let alone can pronounce half of the items on there. However V8 main ingredients are fruit and vegetables! (which explains the sugar, its natural sugars not processed) So I will be switching to V8 energy drinks, they have more caffeine and they are more natural then Monster, and it’s very noticeable in the taste as well! V8 V-Fusion® +Energy taste a lot like there V8 splash, fruity mixed with a hidden taste of vegetables unlike monster which has a strange manufactured taste! However I would like to see V8 V-Fusion® +Energy 6 packs come in a variety pack with the different flavors mixed in one 6 pack. It’s hard to choose just one flavor. Also it would be nice to have it in a bottle with a cap on it. I often drink my energy drinks slowly to prolong the caffeine boost and it’s typically on the go or in the car. So it would be nice to have a cap on it so that it’s more portable. 

Pinch Me Box

I received my Free Pinch me Box last week and had the chance to try out these products for the first time. Here's what I though about them!

Walgreen's Well Beginnings Premium Diapers: These diapers had super cute little elephants on them! I got size 4 and they were a little bit bigger then the normal brand I normally get but still fit well. They absorbed great and didn't leak at all. I was pretty impressed with them. 

Mr. Bubble Original 3in1 Body Wash, Shampoo & Conditioner: I had never use Mr Bubbles soap before but we really happy with the results! It made lots of bubbles for my son to play with while I washed him up. It cleaned off all the dirt and oil well, was tear free and smelled really good! 

Secret Clinical Strength Invisible Solid Completely Clean: I have always been a fan of Secret deodorant! This time I got to try a different kind then I normally use. I really liked the fresh clean smell, its not too strong or week just right in my opinion. It works great at keep sweet and body odor away! It rolls on very smoothly, leaving your skin feeling soft and hydrated. It does take a little bit to dry and can leave a little but of white residue if you don't let it dry before putting on cloths. 

Berocca:- Coming Soon

Johnson's Baby Head to Toe Wash

I used JOHNSON’S baby HEAD-TO-TOE wash when giving my son a bath in his baby tub.  I would squirt some on a soft sponge and lather it up and then scrub down my little guy. It would make lots of suds and bubble in the water for my son to play with while I got him nice and clean. It suds up really nicely and gets all the dirt, oil, and grime off my baby. It's tough enough to clean  but gentle enough so that when it gets in my sons eyes it doesn't irritate him or make him cry because its hypoallergenic, free of soaps, dyes, parabens and phthalates. But most of all I love the way it smells, like a new baby so fresh, clean! Thanks to CrowTap and Jonson's for sending me this product for free! I love Johnson's Baby Head to Toe Wash and so does my son!

Aveeno Baby Suncreen stick

Thanks to Crowtap I received Aveeno Baby Sunscreen Natural Protection Face Stick for free just in time for this crazy hot summer. Our family is constantly outside enjoying the wilderness with long hikes and picnics at the wildlife refuge we have close by. However being so pale myself I know how miserable sunburns can be and how harmful they are to your skin. That's why I want to protect my son the best that I can and Aveeno Baby Sunscreen Face Stick is a great and convenient way to keep my baby safe. It comes in a small stick that can easy fit in your diaper bag or purse with out weighing you down. It rolls on smoothly and easy and doesn't require any rubbing in, which is really helpful when you have a squirmy baby not wanting to corporate with you. Its Spf 50 so its got plenty of protection for your little one and is made with natural ingredients so its also not harmful to there skin. It has a very faint sunscreen smell, but its hardly noticeable. Its not oily and leaves your skin feeling motorized. You need to reapply it every 80 mins and as long as you do that at the end of a long day outside you will walk away with no sunburns! I was very impressed with this Aveeno's baby sunscreen it worked great!

Secret Outlast

The Secret Outlast clear gel deodorant comes in a nice, clear plastic container. Its nice to have a see through deodorant stick so that you know how much more you have left and when your running low  you can go pick some up before you run out! However with that being said you also need to make sure your costumer likes what they see. This is where I ran into my biggest problem. When I first got it the bottom layer of the inside stick was below the secret logo.  However for my first use of the deodorant I had to twist it all the way up above the secret logo to get any of the gel out. If you take a look at the photo attached you will see exactly what I mean. Where did all that gel go? Did secret try and rip us off of almost half of the deodorant stick? Or did it all evaporate in the shipping process? My guess is the second theory. I think the gel evaporates, and if that's the case how long is it going to last? Maybe secret needs to find a new air tight way to distribute the deodorant. But all that aside the deodorant works really well! It keeps you smelling nice and keeps the sweet down. I normally use stick deodorant this is my first time trying gel and I just might be coveted! For one you don't get any white streaks and two it feels so much softer and natural on your skin. One thing I found that you need to be careful about is not to use to much because it will take to long to dry. Only use 1-2 clicks. The smell is not too strong or week, just the right amount in my opinion. At first it smelt like flowers mixed with a little bit of hairspray. I wasn't sold on it but the more I wear it the more I really like it.  I really like the deodorant I just hope they can figure out the disappearing gel issue. I don't want to spend my money on something that will just evaporate into this air. (good thing I got this one for free for the propose of my review)

Jimmy Dean Dinners!

I have always been a fan of Jimmy Dean breakfast but just discovered that they do dinner entrees as well! I received a free coupon for a Jimmy Dean dinner and found them quickly in the freezer aisle at Walmart! There were so many good options but I finally settled on the Golden Roasted Chicken, and I am glad I did. Although it doesn't look as good as the photo on the box the taste made up for it. The chicken wasn't rubbery like a lot of other frozen meals, and it comes precooked so you don't have to worry about under cooking issues. There was a good portion of meat to potatoes and the texture was very pleasing. I was surprised at how fresh it all tasted and best of all it didn't make my stomach feel gross after eating it. My only dislike is it didn't fill me up, I would need to eat at least two of theses to really be full.

SircleSamples

Its always an exciting day when you find a new product sampling webpage! SircleSamples focus on beauty products! Sign up earn Oc points and get free samples. I signed up today and already have Christie Brinkley Close up Instant Wrinkle Reducer & treatment coming my way! A review will be added as soon as I receive it and get a chance to try it out! Want to sign up and get you own free beauty samples just CLICK HERE 

Emergen-ZZzzz . . . Does Melatonin really work?

I have mixed feelings on Emergen-ZZzzz that I received free from Smiely360. But lets start with the basics. The flavor for the Peach Pm is amazing, but then again I love peach flavored food! The Berry Pm was ok, drinkable but not something I would look forward to drinking. I always suggest mixing it with cold water, it seems to taste better with cold water then with luke warm water. I love that it has vitamin C and other antioxidants to help fortify your immune system, however you can get the same ingredient from the original Emergence-C. Its important to follow the instructions and drink this 30 minutes before bed time. However I think melatonin works and effects everyone differently. My husband drank it and he said it did not help him fall asleep. For me personally its only helps me fall asleep half of the time and for it to work I have to be laying in bed with the lights off trying to fall asleep. But if I am talking to my hubby or reading a book after taking it, it never seems to kick in. So for me I am not convinced melatonin helps you sleep or not, or if its just physiological like a taking a sugar pill. So I would say if you have a hard time sleeping and you know that melatonin helps you sleep then this is a very tasty and healthy way to take it. Other wise I would say its a gamble. If you would like more information on the product or a $1.00 off coupon CLICK HERE!! 

Secrets Unveiled

I  am constantly getting packages with free products. Its gotten so bad that when ever my husband gets home from work and I say "Guess what?" His automatic response is "You got something free today?" A lot of people have been asking how I get so many products for free. (and I don't even get around to writing reviews for everything I get) I like to joke that its an art form but in reality its pretty simple. It just takes a little bit of time, being involved in lots of social media sites, knowing where to look for free products and lots of patience. I have two different methods for receive free products. First is belonging to lots of sampling websites that have you answer questions about yourself and based on your demographics they will offer you free samples for your honest review. You have to be patient with theses sites it can often be months between samples and some do require constant participation from you. The second is following free blogs and checking them out daily. You don't often get full sized products this way but you still get to try a lot of really cool products. However with this way you need to be a little more cautious about what you sign up for. Not all of there links are legitimate. If it looks fishy then don't sign up for it.

So is it really worth all the work? For me Yes! I have been doing if for three years now and love it but  for others they wean out pretty quickly.  The difference I think, is that its not about the money for me. Although you can save lots of money on products you would normally buy for your family. I haven't tallied it all up recently but I know its in the hundreds at this point. For me its the excitement of trying something new and also helping companies truly find out what consumers think of there products or how they could improve there products!

So if your truly interested in putting in the time for some free products here are a few good places to start:

Free Sampling Websites: (Ranked based on my personal favorites)

1. Bzzagent
2. Smiley360
3. CrowdTap
4. Influenster
5. Pincheme
6. HouseParty
7. Swaggable
8. Honestfew
9. Vocalpoint

Free Sampling Blogs: (I just got a free Domino's Pizza last week form one of theses)

www.freeflys.com

www.heyitsfree.net

www.sweetfreestuff.com/free-samples/

Playtex Sport Combo Pack of Tampons & Pads or Liners

Thanks to CrowdTap I was able to receive Playtex Sport Combo Pack of Tampons & Liners or Pads for free! I love that it comes in a combo pack with tampons and liners or tampons and pads! I typically use tampons but on heavier days I like to back it up with liners as well just to be safe. Or when its near the end of my period and its really lite, pads or liners are also very handy to have. So its nice to be able to buy both just one in box! I was very pleased with the Playtex Sport Tampons. They were easy and simple to insert with their plastic shell. They were comfortable, even when hiking and moving around a lot! But most importantly they absorbed quickly and didn't leak! The Liners were great. They were individually wrapped making them easy to take on the go! They absorbed quickly, were soft and flexible. They also claim to have an odor shield however I did still notice a smell. The pads were  also great! They absorbed quickly, were soft and flexible. They had wings which is a must in my opinion to help them stay in place when you move around. They also claim to have an odor shield however I did still notice a smell.Overall I was very pleased with Playtex Sport Combo Pack of Tampons & Pads or Liners and would recommend to any woman constantly on the move!

Teething Doesn't have to Bite

My son is teething again and there's a surplus of drool to prove it. Thank goodness for Infants’ Advil Dye-Free White Grape considerate drops, it quickly soothes teething pain and reduces fever. It works great and my son seems to enjoy the flavor. It helped to calm him down and keep him happy for 8 hours! It comes with a dropper that's labeled Advil so you always know when your using the right one! You only need to use a little bit so the bottle last a long time. I also love that its a whitish clear liquid that doesn't stain. So in case my little boy spits some of it up or is squirming around and some of it spills there's no big mess to clean up. Thanks to Smiley360 for sending me my free Infant's Advil, Dye-Free White Grape, to help calm my teething child! To learn more about infant Advil or to get a coupon CLICK HERE!!

Snuggle Bear Den

Hey Everyone I just joined Snuggle Bear Den. If you interested in joining just CLICK HERE!!

"The Bear Den is a special community built for people who love Snuggle® products, the Ultimate in Snuggly Softness® and Long-Lasting Freshness! Becoming a member of Team Snuggle gives you the opportunity to connect directly with the Snuggle brand. Receive special offers, announcements, share new ideas and get insider access to new content or even free product. The Bear Den is a place to have your voice heard, and share your Snuggle experiences with your friends. You can even earn points and badges for participating. Being a member is always free and we’re so excited to have you here!"

Patriot Perks

Smiley 360 did a special mission this month for military families only! Patriot Perks has partnered with some top brands to offer great deals in thanks to our Military families. I received free or discounted products to buy at the commissary from Ball Park,Crisco,Folgers, Hillshire Farm,Jimmy Dean,Hefty,Tabasco. On top of that Patriot Perks will be holding a special sweepstakes for  Military families too have the chance of winning a $100 commissary gift card! Starting 6/6/2015 they can enter by going to Patriotperksforyou.com!

Gorilla Shipping Tape

I have always loved Gorilla glue but just discovered that they also make tape! For someone who is constantly moving (thanks to the military) and shipping packages for an Etsy business, having good tape is really important. So thanks to Smiley 360 I was able to try Gorilla packing tape for free, and it defiantly jets the job done! Gorilla Shipping Tape is about an inch wider then your average packing tape, which makes it easier to use when closing up big boxes for moving. It comes on a bright orange tape descender, which makes it easy to locate when you have a million things scattered in the house during your move! The tape dispenser works great, the tape pulls out quietly and cuts smoothly. The stand also has a flat end on bottom making it easy to put down on a surface with out it rolling away You can buy refills for the stand so you only have to pay for it once.  The tape is strong and the best part is it is water and temperature resistant, making it very useful for moving and storing boxes. I was very satisfied with the quality of Gorilla Tape. For more information on gorilla packing tape Click Here!!

Nutrition Now™ Women's gummy vitamins

Nutrition Now™ Women's gummy vitamins are the vitamins that you wish you could eat more then the allotted amount each day. They are very tasty and defiantly give you the nutrients your body needs. I love that they have 50% of the vitamin A you need. I have bad eyes and vitamin A is really important to me, and a lot of other women vitamins don't have enough of it for me. However there are two things that I don't like. One is that the gummys stick together making it hard to get out of the bottle. The second is that the bottle you get is not full. I hate it when containers are almost half empty when you open them. Either put more gummys in or distribute them in a smaller bottle. I got these free thanks to Smiley 360! For more info go Here: http://h5.sml360.com/-/zisu

Gerber Lil Bits

I got some Gerber Lil Bits from free from BzzAgent to have my son try. First off I like the packaging it comes in. Its nice to have a resealable lid in case your kid doesn't eat it all in one sitting.  I like that its plastic so that it wont break if dropped. It comes in a larger portion size which is nice seeing as at that age your kid is eating more. My son really liked the flavor but who wouldn't when there is 23g of sugar involved. I would be interested a vegetable one instead of a fruit one. However i was very disappointed with the amount and the size of the "bits". Form the advertisement you are expecting a lot more so i was disappointed about that. So to me its not much of a difference from the rest of their baby food line to really want to purchase again.