Thursday, November 27, 2014

Ez 4 Ingredient Fudge By Tiffany

EZ 4 Ingredient Fudge

By Tiffany Joly




If you like to make candy and have for years struggled with fudge becasue of the soft balling stage being hit or miss......this is the post for you!

This 4 ingredient fudge is so easy you will hit your head in wonder why no one has done this before.

So onto the recipe folks.

You need 3 cups of chocolate chips (any flavor you want)

1 tsp salt

1 14oz can sweetened condensed milk

1 TBSP  vanilla extract

Prep a 9x9 dish with tinfoil and lightly spray with cooking spray.

In a microwave safe bowl combine ingredients and pop in the microwave at the start for 3 mins.
Take out and stir and see if it is smooth. THIS IS THE HARDEST PART!!!!  
If not use another minute to 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth once it is smooth keep mixing and it will begin to set up.  You can at this time if you desire add marshmallow cream if you like yours this way, or peanut butter while the chocolate is still hot. 

Once it is all incorporated pour mix into the prepared 9x9 dish and tap on table lightly to even out the top and remove any air bubbles.



Place in refridgerator for at least 2 hours or until fudge is set.

Flip the dish and peel off tinfoil and cut into your desired shapes to serve.

Voila. Easy!!!

Tiffany's Chocolate covered Cherries - Happy Thanksgiving.



Chocolate Covered Cherry's
The Easy Recipe :)

By Tiffany Joly

I use Almond Bark bars of chocolate to melt but you can use what you like. I did Vanilla and Milk Chocolate Cherries. 

Things you need

Almond Bark or other chocolate to melt
Candy mold of your choice (I am using a mold for making filled candies)

Heat the chocolate til it is nice and melted in a microwave safe container.  Usually 1-3 minutes.

Fill your mold about 1/2 way in each space.

Place drained marachino cherry in each mold and gently press down but not all the way to the bottom.

Fill the other half of the mold with your chocolate mix

Tap tray til bubbles and chocolate is flat.

Stick in freezer to set chocolate it only takes about 5 mins or so to set them enough to pop them out so you can make more.  

Pop first batch out and keep in fridge to finish setting.

Continue til you are done and the end result is this.


Monday, November 24, 2014

Lapidary work



I have been working on new stone cut pieces lately and have quite a lot to show.  If you like to see them I will post a few images I have taken recently. These are all cut not polished yet and the next images will be them up and ready for sale in the cabochan albums from JTcreationz.


If you would like to purchase any finished cabs. I will post the album below.


Enjoy!



Sunday, November 23, 2014

Silhouette Portrait Giveaway ends 11-28

Silhouette Portrait Giveaway Sponsored by Silhouette

Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Silhouette Portrait Giveaway
Are you crafty? Or maybe you want to get into crafting but don't know where to start? Silhouette offers products to make crafting easy and fun! The Silhouette Portrait is a compact, electronic cutting machine for personal use. It plugs directly into your PC or MAC with a USB cable, so you can just plug it in and go! It uses a small blade to cut paper, cardstock, vinyl, fabric, and other material up to 8 inches wide and 10 feet long. The Portrait also has the ability to register and cut printed materials and is PixScan™ compatible.
Emilee at Pea of Sweetness loves crafting with her Silhouette Cameo, which offers similar features in a larger machine. Stay tuned because she will be adding new projects and tutorials on Pea of Sweetness in the new year! Plus, check in on Black Friday because she'll be sharing some great Silhouette Black Friday specials! See some of the projects she's made using vinyl!
Personalized Vinyl Projects
Are you ready to get crafting? One winner will receive the Silhouette Portrait (ARV $199.99). This giveaway begins on 11/18 and ends on 11/28 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US and Canada ages 18+. Void where prohibited. Winner is subject to eligibility verification and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. Winner cannot have won another Silhouette America giveaway in the past 90 days. For any questions/concerns please email emilee.roberts@peaofsweetness.com (consider adding this email to your “Safe List” as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Pea of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) or service(s) in exchange for an honest review. No additional compensation was received. Giveaway is not associated with Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. Prizes will be fulfilled by Silhouette America. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment. Winners should expect their prize to arrive within 4-6 weeks.  

Why Do We Call it Christmas DVD Giveaway - Ends 12-2

Why Do We Call it Christmas? DVD Giveaway

 Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Why Do We Call it Christmas?
Cutting down trees? Hanging stockings? Santa Claus? What do any of these have to do with Jesus' birthday? More than you'd think! 
Join VeggieTales creator Phil Vischer along with intrepid newsman Buck Denver and all his friends on an amazing journey into the world's most popular holiday! Sure, you know the Christmas story. But do you know the story of Christmas? Don't miss the whimsical, educational, Christmical party to end all Christmas parties as Buck Denver Asks … Why Do We Call It Christmas?
This is a great way to show your family why Christmas is so important and show them the true reason for the season.
 See what Emilee at Pea of Sweetness thought about this great Christmas DVD.
Would you like to win the Why Do We Call it Christmas DVD? This giveaway begins on 11/20 and ends on 12/2 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US and Canada ages 18+. Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC for providing this prize for the giveaway. Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. Only one entrant per mailing address, per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you are not eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. For any questions/concerns please email emilee.roberts@peaofsweetness.com (consider adding this email to your “Safe List” as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Pea of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) or service(s) in exchange for an honest review. No additional compensation was received. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  

Noah Picture Book Giveaway - Ends 12-3

NOAH Picture Book Giveaway

 Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

NOAH Wordless picture book
A hundred years before the Great Flood, a man named Noah came home talking crazy. God wanted him to build the biggest ship the world had ever seen. The future of humanity depended on it. How would his wife respond? What would the neighbors think? Was it even feasible?
This lavish reimagining of one of the greatest stories of all time will fascinate children and adults alike. Nuanced and playful, yet meticulous in following the biblical narrative, Mark Ludy’s world-class art digs deeper than the Sunday-school tale of cuddly animals, exploring noah’s relationship with his family, the natural world, God - and a formidable engineering challenge.
Immerse yourself in this stunning wordless epic. Whatever your age, you’ll never read this story in the same way again. See what Emilee at Pea of Sweetness and her family thought of this beautifully illustrated wordless picture book.
Would you like to win the NOAH picture book?  This is a great way to share stories with your little one. This giveaway begins on 11/21 and ends on 12/3 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US and Canada ages 18+. Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC for providing this prize for the giveaway. Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. Only one entrant per mailing address, per giveaway. If you have won a prize from Propeller Consulting, LLC in the past 90 days on any blog, you are ineligible to win again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. For any questions/concerns please email emilee.roberts@peaofsweetness.com (consider adding this email to your “Safe List” as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Pea of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) or service(s) in exchange for an honest review. No additional compensation was received. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Cooking with Colavita Giveaway Ends 12-13

Cooking with Colavita Giveaway Sponsored by Colavita

Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Deliciously Savvy and Deals of Sweetness

Cooking with Colavita Giveaway
Emilee at Pea of Sweetness loves Italian food but has been stuck in a rut with the same old recipes and ingredients. She was excited to broaden her horizons with Colavita.
Colavita's history goes back a long time ago in the quaint hilltop village of Sant’Elia a Pianisi, located in the Molise region of Italy, two small family businesses were born. One family operated a stone mill for crushing homegrown olives used to produce fine extra virgin olive oil. The other family gathered the durum wheat harvest, milled the wheat into semolina grain and ultimately produced fresh pasta for the local market. Over time, both families became experts at their trade, passing their knowledge to the next generation, who in turn did the same. The two families had much in common not only in perfecting time-honored production methods, but also in name. They were both Colavita families.
Today, the Colavita Olive Oil and Colavita Pasta companies are still family-owned and operating in the same town of their ancestors. They have since joined with another family-owned company, Colavita USA, and together they have shared the fruits of their respective crafts with American consumers for over twenty years.

I am Italian and can feel the love of these wonderful products. How would you like to have the homemade taste and freshness in your home? Be sure to get your entries in and check out the family of Colavita products!

Emilee got to try her hand at a new Italian recipe using the amazing ingredients included in the Colavita Simply Italian Gift Basket.
The Simply Italian Gift Basket includes:
  • Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Colavita Balsamic Vinegar
  • Cirio Crushed Tomato with Basil
  • Colavita Eggplant & Sweet Peppers
  • Colavita Olive Bruschetta
  • Colavita Marinara Sauce
  • Colavita Tomato Basil Sauce
  • Colavita Penne Rigate
  • Dal Raccolto Capellini
  • Dal Raccolto Orchiette
  • Almond Cantuccini
Doesn't it sound amazing? One winner will receive the Colavita Simply Italian Gift Basket! (ARV $75.00) This giveaway begins on 11/20 and ends on 12/13 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. One winner per household, email address, or home address. If you have won this prize on another blog you are ineligible to win again. For any questions/concerns please email emilee.roberts@peaofsweetness.com (consider adding this email to your “Safe List” as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Pea of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) or service(s) in exchange for an honest review. No additional compensation was received. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  

Kiss Instawave Automatic Hair Curler - The Last Curler You will EVER Buy!


The Kiss Instawave!!!!

I love this product and it is very easy to use.  Thanks to #brandbacker I was given a chance to review this awesome new hair product!  The Kiss Instawave.  This is the first tangle free automatic curler that I have ever used. Easy to use in any hand in any direction thanks to the button that curls whichever way you prefer!  Its great for those in a rush as it also includes an automatic shutoff for 90 minutes. So if you like to rush out it will turn itself off should you forget!  This product also offers 2 heat settings, low and high and a max temp of 420 degrees.




The first thing you should know is this baby gets hot fast! It has a ceramic wand so its great on the hair and doesnt tangle. The best part is that it uses an automatic curling action in order to wind the hair for you.  It creates great curls that are tight on the high setting and losser waves/curls on the low setting.

It is important to note here that you must use this curling iron on dry hair only!!!

I know some of the other brands are ok for wet or damp but this one specifies on dry and I want to make sure you all are sure how it works and enjoy it fully!

I noticed during the first use of this product that I wasnt getting full curls BUT I figured out what I was doing wrong.  There are 4 outside fingers and one larger one that is closer to the barrel. If you are cruling away from your face make sure your hair is over the top of that barrel and that it is getting caught in the first inside finger then just let it go and hold til curl is desired tightness. It is important to note here that you want to curl from your root to get a full curl.

If you are curling towards your face you would want to have the barrel under the hair before you being the curl also again starting at the root. It will grab automatically and let it continue to catch until the full length is around the barrel. Hold for in my case 6-10 seconds and recieve gorgeous curls.

I will be posting a demo video for this product.  I have not had the time to do so yet as I need to figure out how to do it in my bathroom LOL.  But it is on its way. 

Love this new product and you all should go get one today. It works better then any of the curlers I have ever used and is a bargain at Target, Ulta or Amazon. The price can't be beat for $59.99.

Can I say WOW.  5/5

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Sunday, November 16, 2014

Baby Munchkin Boutique Giveaway - ends 11/28

Baby Munchkin Boutique Giveaway Sponsored by Baby Munchkin Boutique

Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

  Baby Munchkin Boutique Giveaway
Don't you just love adorable hand-made baby products? Emilee at Deals of Sweetness definitely does! Baby Munchkin Boutique has infant items such as headbands, hairclips, bowties, receiving blankets, car seat canopies, nursing covers, barefoot sandals, and more! They make amazing gifts! Although she doesn't have any babies, she was thrilled to review some of the adorable accessories like their silk tie for their preschooler and hair accessories for their daughter!

Cute items at affordable prices and great gift ideas are to be found here. Be sure to check out the links and follow Baby Munchkin Boutique.

Would you like a $10 credit to the Baby Munchkin Boutique Etsy Shop? This giveaway begins on 11/14 and ends on 11/28 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. Winner will be notified via email (consider adding dealsofsweetness@gmail.com to your "Safe List" as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Deals of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) to facilitate her honest review. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  

Sienna Visio Window Steam Cleaner Giveaway! Ends 12/13

Sienna Visio
Window Steam Cleaner Giveaway

Coordinated By: Inside My Head..

The Sienna Visio Window Steam Cleaner is a lightweight, easy to use Handheld (electric) Steam Cleaner designed to steam clean virtually every window, glass and other surface around the home. The unit features 1200 watts of professional level steam cleaning power, a 23’ cord for excellent range and mobility, it heats up in less than 30 seconds, Visio has a 280ml/9.5 oz clear view water tank where you can see your water level and enjoy many minutes of window cleaning between refills. There is no need to cool down the unit before you refill the tank providing endless cleaning time. A locking trigger controls the steam flow so you can clean effortlessly using only the steam desired. Accessories are changes with the touch of a quick release button. The unit includes the following accessories, 11 inch and 8 inch squeegee attachments perfect to clean most window sizes, 4 small nylon brushes that attach to the jet nozzle and the angle concentrator fitting to clean in the corners, the track, and around the window frame, a measuring cup and funnel for filling unit. Sienna’s New Visio Window Steam Cleaner powers through dirt and grime on all your household glass, window and other surfaces making them sparkling clean in no time using no window cleaner chemicals.

If you are like me and going green and wanting to keep chemicals out of your home and away from your children and pets this is the way to go.  Make sure to check out all the links and follow Sienna Visio.  These products rock!

Specs: Voltage: 120V / Power: 1200W/ Operation Time: 15 Minutes / Tank Size: 9.5 fl oz. / Unit Weight: 3.2lbs. / Shipping Weight: 5.3lbs./ Cord Length: 23 ft.

10 piece accessory kit included:
  • 7" and 11" Window Squeegee
  • 4 Nylon Round Brushes
  • Angle Concentrator Nozzle
  • Jet Nozzle
  • Funnel
  • Custom Fill Cup
  • Visio gives you crystal clear results in a fraction of the time
  • Uses only water to clean, no chemicals needed, environmentally safe


Giveaway Time!
11/13 - 12/13
Enter via the Rafflecopter below to win your own Visio Window Steam Cleaner!
Be sure to follow Anvid Products on their social media sites to stay up to date on current promotions and special offers!

Friday, November 14, 2014

Eco Emi Giveaway ends 11-26

Eco Emi Giveaway Sponsored by Eco Emi

Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

  November Eco Emi Giveaway
Eco Emi offers the opportunity to try five to ten samples of natural, organic, green, eco-friendly products for just $15/month! If you love eco-friendly products or are just starting to consider the eco-friendly lifestyle, Eco Emi is a great way to receive a variety of eco-friendly so you can choose the products that you love! Plus, each month has a theme and arrives packaged in chic earth friendly materials! Emilee at Deals of Sweetness loves receiving monthly Eco Emi boxes and loves the themes! See what she thought of the October Eco Emi Box!
Personally I love boxes and you should too. They give you the gift of trying new products and things that you are sure to love.
Would you like to try an Eco Emi Box? This giveaway begins on 11/12 and ends on 11/26 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. Winner will be notified via email (consider adding dealsofsweetness@gmail.com to your "Safe List" as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Deals of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) to facilitate her honest review. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

Rock 'n Learn Giveaway ends 11-28

Rock 'N Learn Giveaway Sponsored by Rock 'N Learn

Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

  Rock 'N Learn Giveaway
Rock 'N Learn, Inc. began as an idea to help children learn by putting educational material to music with a current sound - learning in a way kids enjoy! Now with nearly 50 products, we have sold millions of audio/book and video programs to teachers and parents throughout the United States, Canada, and other countries. Emilee from Deals of Sweetness loves all that Rock 'N Learn offers! As a homeschooling mom of special needs children, she loves resources that help her children learn while having fun! See what they thought of the Rock 'N Learn Science Collection.
Rock 'N Learn DVDs make great gifts! Use Coupon code KR8822 to receive 25% off at http://rocknlearn.com! You can also access free study materials and more at Marko the Pencil.
Would you like Rock 'N Learn DVDs? One winner will receive 2 DVDs of their choice! This giveaway begins on 11/13 and ends on 11/28 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. Winner will be notified via email (consider adding dealsofsweetness@gmail.com to your "Safe List" as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Deals of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) to facilitate her honest review. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

Friday, November 7, 2014

LG OLED NOW AT BEST BUY! Calling All Shoppers!





This Holiday season Let BEST BUY help you to give the gift of awesome definition. Best Buy now has the new LG OLED ready for your shopping cart and to be brought home or given as an awesome Holiday Gift!

So, what is this LG OLED TV?  

This awesome Smart Tv is super thin at only 0.21" thick. That is only a tiny bit thicker then a pencil.  No more bulky tvs for you after this one!  The color is amazing and with the special Infinite Contrast you get the brightest whites to the deepest blacks and crisp clear color.  With the new exclusive 4 Color Pixel technology included, this tv delivers amazingly vibrant color!  So it doesnt matter if you are watching the news or an awesome Discovery Channel wild animal flick, you will be able to see the most amazing true to life color that is possible.

These new televisions also have a new curved screen that makes your viewing experience better then any other tv on the market and far exceeds the expectations of the consumers.  If you check out the LG OLED product page you can see even more vivid and clear pictures of how amazing this tv really is.

Here are the specs of this awesome new technology.



LG 55EC9300 SKU# 7846019 - -OLED TV

Infinate Contrast Ratio and Stunning Color brings more realistic and lifelike color experience to users.

4 Color Pixel Technology offers an even broader range of colors in a better range and higher accuracy. No more having to adjust so the color *looks* right.  These colors jump right out at you!

Super thin design so it reduces the bulk of average tvs.  0.21" Just a tiny bit thicker then a pencil!  Amazing right?  Add the curved screen and you have a wonderful immersive experience right in your livingroom!  How awesome is that?

This Tv also includes a webOS so you can browse for content right from  your TV faster!  This means it can help you choose what to watch based on your normal choices and even help you find new items that fit into the type of viewing you and your family love already!

So be sure to include the LG OLED Smart Tv in your holiday list. This would be especially great for gamers that love to have that real life experience all around them. This TV is going to be a totally new and better experience and overall sure to please and at the price of $3499.99 at BestBuy you are saving $500 when you purchase this tv from them instead of anywhere else. BestBuy is out to make your entertainment shopping a one stop place! So get your lists together, check them twice and head out to BestBuy this season for all your shopping needs.



Disclaimer - This reviewer has been compensated in the form of a BestBuy Giftcard and/or has recieved the product/service for free. 

Space Scouts Giveaway - Ends 11-20

Space Scouts Giveaway Sponsored by Space Scouts

Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Sweepstakes Fanatics and Deals of Sweetness

Space Scouts Giveaway
Space Scouts is an affordable subscription club designed to engage your child in fun learning activities, hands-on discovery, and exciting challenges. Each month your child will explore a new place in space – stepping into the worlds of space exploration, space science, and astronomy. Join Roxy and Jett as they scout about the galaxy guiding your child through delightful learning adventures aimed at discovering the wonders of the universe! Space Scouts is a stellar vehicle for launching your child’s interest in science & technology. Space Scouts is recommended for ages 6+.
Emilee at Pea of Sweetness has been enjoying Space Scouts with their three kids. Even their 4 year old has joined in the learning - and fun! See what they thought of this great educational subscription club.  

Education is so important these days. Making it fun also makes it more rewarding for your children. So be sure to check out this unique subscription and be sure to enter to win today!

Would you like to win the first 2 months of the Space Scouts Subscription Club? This giveaway begins on 11/6 and ends on 11/20 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. For any questions/concerns please email emilee.roberts@peaofsweetness.com (consider adding this email to your “Safe List” as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.

  Disclosure: Pea of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) or service(s) in exchange for an honest review. No additional compensation was received. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Parents Be Aware!!! Please Discuss!


Parents Be Aware!!!
This is something that happened to me today and it will be burned into my head for a very long time. Read this story and please give me some feedback. 
If you were the mother, what would you do in this case?
How do you feel about the sitter and her excuses. What if you were this sitter?
What if you were in my shoes and the others that stayed and stopped today?
I would really like to know what you all think about this and how you would have handled it.

I had a very interesting afternoon and I am going to post this and ask you all to think very hard about the situation I encountered today and then think about a few things I am about to address. Today while heading home, myself, a sweet woman and a man I know from scouting all stopped for the same reason. A little boy between 2-3 years old was wandering in Collinsville with NO adult around. He was close to where he could have been hit by a car. We all stopped for the same reason. Who is this little boy? Does anyone know his parents? Where does he live? And we got no answers from people around us. We asked him his name, and his last name and since he was so young it was hard to understand him but we tried. Now mind you this lil guy was wandering with no coat, no shoes, just a candy and a toy motorcycle. Soaked socks and pants and in a soaking diaper. And he told us his moms name. I called my sister in law and asked her if she was familiar with the name because she knows practically everyone. But we can up empty handed. She suggested maybe he was in daycare and ask him this and that was how we figured out who he was and who his mom was. Called the daycare and they were able to tell more info about who she was and contacted her got his grandparents address and off we went to make sure this was a positive ID on this child. He was scared to go with the Officer so I rode with him and kept him near me and we drove to grandparents who were stunned to see him out like this and had no idea where he should have been as he was not being watched by them.
SO here is what we found out. His mom left him with a sitter at the apartments nearby. He got out. (we really dont know the full details) however he knew his way to his grandparents house and was headed that way. When the sitter arrived walking looking for him (almost an hour later) she had excuse after excuse for how he could have got out and he was tricky and maybe he was hiding in the apt. His mom showed up in tears and looked ready to kill the sitter.
Now the Sitter from what his gma said has cancer. However, she looked like she was messed up on something. Drugs, alcohal....I really dont know but i know that as a mom even if that was my friend if you cant stand up, you cant walk straight, and you clearly are not all there in the head at the time, you should not allow that person to care for a child that clearly needs watching. I wont release names for the sake of the family but anyone who was there today knows the situation.
I am glad we stopped, I am glad he is safe, I fear for kids in this situation. It is one reason why I do not just leave my children with any random person. But let me ask you this. Would you have left a toddler with an unstable person? Would you not worry? As the sitter, would you not have called when you find the child in YOUR care is missing. I know i would have been histerical. Not randomly walking around like it was no big deal.
So parents if you have a sitter check in with them....
Know where your babies are and think about this.... The headlines are out there about kidnapping, and amber alerts and sex trafficking. Anything could have happened to this lil guy. But he was lucky and we stopped and we called cops and we refused to leave until we knew he was with family and tried to keep it the least traumatic as we could for him so he wouldnt be afraid. Warm jacket, shoes, new diaper, new socks new pants. And that parenting instinct to protect a child even if they arent yours.
If you arent sure who you are leaving your baby with is a safe choice, no matter how desperate you are for a sitter, its not worth the chance of your child wandering alone, cold, scared and in immenent danger from cars, or kidnappers. Maybe I am overprotective, but after today it just really makes me never question always checking in on my kids, and knowing where they are. I feel for his mom. She was a wreck when she showed up. I seriously hope they investigate this sitter because she clearly is not a stable or safe place for children. I hope maybe someone somewhere sees this and thinks about today. This is a lesson for parents. You gotta know who has your babies and know they are safe. Dont take chances if you arent sure.
I am just blessed that we were there at the right time for this lil boy before something bad happened.

Thier Name is Today - Book Giveaway Ends 11/19

Their Name is Today Book Giveaway

 Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Their Name Is Today Giveaway


Despite a perfect storm of hostile forces that threaten to deny children a healthy, happy childhood, courageous parents and teachers can turn the tide. Yes, we can reclaim childhood, says Johann Christoph Arnold, whose books have helped more than a million readers through the challenges of education and family life. In Their Name Is Today, he highlights drastic changes in the way our society treats children. But he also brings together the voices of dedicated parents and educators who are finding creative ways to give children the time and space they need to grow. Cutting through the noise of conflicting opinions, Arnold takes us to the heart of education and parenting by defending every child’s right to the joy and wonder of childhood.

Books like these make adults come to terms with how people view children. It shows how what we do can affect little lives and we must be on top of how we act around children. This book is a good one.

Emilee at Pea of Sweetness had a chance to review Their Name is Today: Reclaiming Childhood in a Hostile World. See what she thought of this unique, thought-provoking parenting book.
Would you like to win Their Name is Today? This giveaway begins on 11/5 and ends on 11/19 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US and Canada ages 18+. Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC for providing this prize for the giveaway. Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. Only one entrant per mailing address, per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you are not eligible to win it again. Winner will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. For any questions/concerns please email emilee.roberts@peaofsweetness.com (consider adding this email to your “Safe List” as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.

  Disclosure: Pea of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) or service(s) in exchange for an honest review. No additional compensation was received. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  

Christmas Is Coming!!!!! Giveaway! Ends 11-26

Disclaimer:One or more products below were provided for free. However the review is my honest opinion. This post may include affiliate links.

Christmas Is Coming

Mom Are We There Yet has come together to bring you this awesome giveaway. Lots of random items, perfect for your house and family. Four items to win. One person wins them all!
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Beauty Store Depot

Perfect for holiday travel. Having travel-sized products for your hair and skin is essential. Total value of Bioelements Travel Light Kit is $35.

Crinkled Nose

Great for Christmas Cards, birthday parties and announcements. Winner will have choice of any flat invitations or announcements 25 card set. Crinkled Nose has upgrade to magnetpaper available. RV: $28.95.

Curtain and Bath Outlet

I love my new kitchen curtains! Great way to spiff up house and start decorating for Christmas.
Winner gets $25 to use at Curtain and Bath Outlet site.

YourNovel

Awesome company. YourNovel takes romance books to a whole new level. Add names, nicknames, places, etc. Winner gets a $50 Gift Card code for their site.
Winner must be of the age 18-years-old, or older and live in the Continental U.S.

Lots of great items for giveaway here. Check the links and see what kind of options are available! Fun and free and festive and just in time for Christmas!
Disclosure: Mom Are We There Yet and all participating bloggers are not responsible for items not sent by sponsor or items lost in the mail. This post may contain affiliate links, if clicked I may receive compensation. If a giveaway is being held: No purchase is necessary to enter. Void where prohibited by law. Odds of winning are based on number of entries received. Giveaways on this blog are in no way affiliated with Facebook or any other social media networks.

Ultimate Sports Giveaway Ends 11-26

Disclaimer:One or more products below were provided for free. However the review is my honest opinion. This post may include affiliate links.
Mom Are We There Yet Has this awesome sports giveaway! Great for any sports fan in your life and perfect with the holidays around the corner.  Lots of teams to choose from and tons of fun!

Ultimate Sports Giveaway

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One winner will receive both prizes. My Wingman is an awesome sidetable for any football fan. Who is your team choice?

 You get to pick from their selection of teams. RV: #129

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  BeardHead has awesome beanies with beard of all sorts and sizes. The beanie is great for cooler weather and also has different sports team colors you can choose from. Winner gets to pick one from one of these three series: Tailgate, Stubble, Barbarian. RV: Aprox $35.
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   Winner must live in the Continental U.S. and be of the age 18-years-old or older.
Disclosure: Mom Are We There Yet and all participating bloggers are not responsible for items not sent my sponsor or lost in the mail. This post may contain affiliate links, if clicked I may receive compensation. If a giveaway is being held: No purchase is necessary to enter. Void where prohibited by law. Odds of winning are based on number of entries received. Giveaways on this blog are in no way affiliated with Facebook or any other social media networks.

Monday, November 3, 2014

Bodifresh Giveaway ends 11-16

Bodifresh Giveaway Sponsored by Bodifresh

Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Bodifresh Giveaway
Bodifresh is a natural moisturizer with unique, foam-based attributes that allows you to apply the moisturizing cleanser directly to the toilet tissue of your choice to thoroughly clean, refresh and soothe your skin after each toilet experience. This is a great product especially during our monthly periods where extra cleaning is a must!  So be sure to check out their page and the review and be sure to enter this awesome giveaway!

Emilee at Deals of Sweetness loves that Bodifresh saves both money and toilet paper while offering a natural solution for a better clean. It's perfect for young children and adults! See what her family thought of this great eco-friendly flushable wipes alternative.

Would you like to win a pack of Bodifresh in your choice of scent? 3 will win! This giveaway begins on 11/2 and ends on 11/16 at 10:00pm Central Time and is open to US residents ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. Winner will be notified via email (consider adding dealsofsweetness@gmail.com to your "Safe List" as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Emilee at Deals of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) or service(s) to facilitate her honest review. I received no compensation for this post. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

Sunday, November 2, 2014

Old Factory Candles Review + Giveaway






I love candles. I really love candles that can make my whole house smell wonderful and best yet ones that are clean burning.  So I was delighted when I was able to review Old Factory Candles from Brandbacker!

These candles may be small but oh they pack a wonderful punch.  They smell amazing.  I chose the Spa Day Collection. These included Cucumber, Lemongrass, and Green Tea candles.  There are 12 different collections to choose from and sure to suit your favorite scents.

The best thing about these candles is that they are clean burning, handpoured and are made of natural soy wax. They use cotton paper wicks and pure fragrance oils. They also will each burn for 20 hours and keep the full scent during the burning process. Each 2oz candle burns for 20 HOURS!  That is a long time for a small candle and they are amazing. They also burn evenly too so no tunnels for these babies!

Each Gift Set includes 3 2oz candles in your choice of collection.  You can also have them giftwrapped and sent as a gift with a special note!  I thought this was a lovely touch!

Old Factory Candles is also offering a free collection to one of our readers.  I will be adding a giveaway link to this post so be sure to enter and have your friends enter too. Sharing is caring and these candles are perfect for anyone.  They are sold exclusively on Amazon.com!

So if you have a person in your life that loves candles and likes something that would match any decor, these are just the candles for you or them!

Enter to win today! Must be in USA and have a Paypal and Amazon.com Account for reimbursment on order.
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Here are the collections to choose from.


This review is powered by Brandbacker.  I recieved a sample of the above products for review. This in no way changes my feelings of this product. I only review what I feel would be beneficial to my readers and followers and my review is 100% honest and true.


Saturday, November 1, 2014

Trind Nail Care Giveaway Ends 11/14

Trind Nail Care Giveaway Sponsored by Trind

Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Trind Nail Care Giveaway
Trind is Europe's most trusted and respected line of hand and nail care products. They are known globally as experts with 25 years of expertise. Founded in the Netherlands, Trind is an expert in the natural care of nails, hands, and feet.
Their unique products are made from high quality ingredients, which nourish and strengthen the nails as well as stimulate growth. They provide visibly better condition of nails and cuticles, resulting in stronger and more beautiful nails.
The Trind nail care lineup includes nail polishes in fun and trendy colors. But the backbone of the line is their nail care system that will transform the health of your nails.
Emilee at Deals of Sweetness loves some of the great Trind Nail Tips that were shared with her and was excited to share her favorite - the Bare Manicure - with you! She will be sharing her review of Trind Nail Care in a couple of weeks, so be sure to check in at Deals of Sweetness to see what she thinks!

Trind Nail Tips: The Bare Manicure With Trind


Healthy nails are gorgeous nails. Use Trind Moisturizing Nail Balsam and Trind Nail Repair and your bare nails will be beautiful nails. This Dream Team gives you nails that don’t need to be covered up.
Use Trind Extra Mild Cuticle Remover and Trind Cuticle Repair Balsam to maintain your cuticles. Healthy cuticles mean strong, healthy nails.
Use the patented Trind Professional Glass Nail File to shape your nails. The laser grit seals as it files, to help prevent chipping and peeling. Keep your nails on the shorter side, and gently round the edges.
Your secret weapon for the Bare Manicure is Trind Nail Brightener. This is like a french manicure in a bottle! It makes your nails brighter, with the white parts whiter. Use a white nail pencil under the tips to further highlight the ends. That’s all you need to get that manicured look in a fraction of the time. It’s easy to maintain, too!
Invest the time to make your nails their healthiest and you won’t need a polish manicure.

*Giveaway!!*


Would you like to win a Trind Nail Kit? This prize includes: Trind Moist & Shiny Kit (Nail Magic Buffer, Moisturizing Nail Balsam, and Nail Repair); 3 Caring Colors nail polishes in a gorgeous fall color lineup - Red Shimmer, Dark Tan, and Deep Blue Shimmer; and a beautiful black patent leather look makeup bag. Approximate retail value is $90.
This giveaway begins on 10/31 and ends on 11/14 at 10:00pm Central Time and is open to US and Canada ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. Limit 1 prize per winner for this giveaway program across all blogs. Winner will be notified via email (consider adding dealsofsweetness@gmail.com to your "Safe List" as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.
  Disclosure: Emilee at Deals of Sweetness received complimentary product(s) or service(s) to facilitate her honest review. I received no compensation for this post. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.