Review: Sports Armband by iArrow

Product Information: WHY YOU DESERVE TO USE THIS PRODUCT - If you exercise often, and worry about losing or damaging your iPhone, protecting it becomes a priority. Nothing protects it better than the iArrow Armband. Made of high quality materials, you can feel the craftsmanship instantly upon first touch. This 3 in 1 product includes an armband, a phone cover, and a screen protector. Lightweight, slimmer than regular armbands, easy-to-adjust, fits iPhone 5 and 5S, hand-washable, and so much more comfortable than any other armband available online. NOT JUST A BEAUTIFUL ACCESSORY, it is also indestructible . It's beautifully designed, and will stand out as one of the most appealing exercise gadgets you'll ever own. The solid durable hard case style was carefully designed to comfortably fit arms of almost all sizes, from petite to large and prevents the sweat going through the case. THIS ARMBAND ALLOWS ACCESS TO ALL BUTTONS, headphone jack and charging port. You won't waste your time, trying to position your phone to reach these. It's anti-slip finished surface with line design made from high quality rubberized hard plastic makes the iArrow Armband practical and easy to clean. OUR HIGH QUALITY DESIGN IS BACKED WITH A 200% GUARANTEE - We fully stand behind our product, which means that if there is any problem with your armband whatsoever, we will cheerfully refund your money, PLUS give you another, brand new unit, FREE of charge! That's why iArrow Armband is the RIGHT choice for you TODAY! FOR A LIMITED TIME, the iARROW ARMBAND is 51% OFF - the price will increase soon, so order quickly! Don't settle for cheap imitations - The iArrow Armband is made with the latest technology and has a double guarantee. It's your Phone, so protect it well. Choose something REMARKABLE. Choose iArrow Armband! Introducing the SPORTY ARMBAND from iArrow-- What to Avoid When Selecting an Armband: - Avoid Clear Plastic Covers: These hinder touch screen response and limit access to buttons. Look for a high quality case.

 - Avoid Seams: The more seams your armband has, the more problems you may encounter in the future. Premium Armbands have fewer seams. Features: - High quality solid durable rubberized hard plastic material
 giving a discreet look that will never clash with your gym wardrobe. - Lightweight, Slim, Comfortable, Easy-to-adjust, Hand-washable. - Easy access to all buttons, headphone jack and charging port. - Anti-slip surface with line design. - Adjustable band fits arms measuring 9 1/2-17 in. DOUBLE GUARANTEE: We Are Putting All the Risk on Our Shoulders Giving You What Has Never Been Seen Before in This Industry. The iArrow Armband Is Backed by a Lifetime No-Hassle Money-Back Guarantee. Besides the Refund, We Will Ship to Your Address a Brand New Armband. Simply Send Us an Email with Your Order ID And We Will Be Happy To Attend To Your Need.

My review: As ya'll know, in my fifties, I am trying to learn how to run. It's no joke. I love the fact that you can listen to music and carry your phone as you do. This is not my first armband. I do like this one much better than the one I do have though. It fits my arm comfortably and my arms are considered large, I'm sure. Casing is a hard shell as apposed to the cloth one I have. Locks are on both sides of the casing to keep your phone in. The case seems to be slimmer. It's light in weight and breathable. It is made of high quality material and the armband is washable. I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers

Saturday = Rolo Pretzels, Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies, Blueberrry UNC Jello Jigglers and Frito Pie

Today has been a great day....one where it is now 6:30 pm and I am still in my pjs. I need days like this after a hard stressful week full of work(praise God) and one problem after another....so I took it. Mike dropped off Jay this morning for a couple of hours so I got to spend some time with the grandboy and I think I needed that, too. He played with one of his favorite things in the world, his legos, on his new lego table I put together (blogged about it not too long ago) and I got in the kitchen and started making stuff. I don't know what it is about the fall that makes me want to get in the kitchen but it does. The first thing I made are Rolo Pretzels. If you have never made these, you are missing out. They have become a fall staple for me and so fricking easy, but they rock all the same. You just need the 3 things: pretzels, Rolos and a handful of M&Ms. Take your baking sheet and put some pretzels on it, spacing them apart. Take a Rolo and place on top of each pretzel.

Put them in the oven at 250 degrees and watch them closely. The Rolo will melt right over the pretzel. After they melt, take them out of the oven and immediately press an M&M into each one. Let cool. That's it...yummy goodness!!!!

Next on the agenda was Halloween chocolate chip cookies. No instructions required. I will say though that few things beat a warm chocolate chip cookie coming out of the oven.

Jay and I decided then that our next project would be BlueBerry UNC jello jigglers. I am a big sucker for any food item that has the UNC logo on it. I really don't even think most times about the extra money they tack on to the price because it's got the logo on there, although I did this time. I saw this kit earlier in the week at Food Lion.

Initially I balked at the price....but when I got home, I regretted it and went back the next day to pick some up. I figured the 2 UNC trays could be used for much more than jigglers, such as candy using candy melts. The instructions are, of course, on the box. I boiled the water and Jay took it from there. So much fun for him.

They have to set for 3 hours and voila!!!!

I need to add that they taste great, too. I'm sure I will be making them again during basketball season when the boys come over to watch the games. Finally the coup d'etat of the day was making Frito pie. I am from Texas and have been eating this all my life. I haven't made it a lot in recent years but it's so simple I should. I had made chili a couple of days ago but had no Fritos in the house. Picked them up yesterday with the intention of using them for it today. Everyone knows how to put a Frito pie together so I won't oversimplify it. I will, however, post a picture.

Like I said at the beginning of this post, it's all been fun for me today because I needed a day at home to hang out with the grandboy and de-stress. It was so great when his dad picked him up and I thanked him for coming over to spend time with me. He replied "It was my pleasure Nana!" Too funny!!!!! Hope ya'll's Saturday rocked!!!!!

Holiday/ Seasonal Food items ..... and have we gone too far????

My post today is in reference to holiday( any holiday) or seasonal food items with that specific holiday or seasonal spin on the product and have we gone too far? For example, it used to be fall( or any season) would come and they would come out with a few select products with the seasonal version.... you know, like holiday M&Ms, or holiday/seasonal Oreos. I used to love it. They were limited in variety and you could anticipate the upcoming release of said product and it was great, right? Not so much anymore. EVERYTHING is made in a holiday/seasonal version and some of them are just dead wrong no matter how you look at it. Here are some pictures of recent visits to my local stores to demonstrate my point. Some look yummy and some, frankly, make me want to gag. You decide for yourself.

I would love to hear your take on it. Let me know your feelings about it..... and by the way, peeps, HAPPY FALL!!!!

Review: True Sol African Mango Cleanse Plus

Formulated with real African mango that naturally helps you lose weight, cleanse and detoxify the body by boosting your metabolism, burning fat and flushing out bad toxins. Main Benefit & Features African Mango & Raspberry Ketones was recently featured as a powerful weight loss aid because it really works to burn off fat. The following are a few of the other benefits this premium complex offers: - Significantly reduces appetite (prevents overeating) - Helps both men AND women burn fat - Burn fat without exercise using this proven natural supplement that has no side effects - Increases metabolism and energy - Raises "good" cholesterol, also known as HDL - UNIQUE blend of African Mango + Raspberry Ketone Complex for maximum weight loss. Pure Premium 100% Natural African Mango Cleanse - Eliminate waste and bloating while promoting healthy weight loss Fortified with Flax Seed - Oat Bran - Ginger - Aloe Vera - Acidophilus Proprietary Formulation For Maximum Results Made in the USA Contains: African Mango Extract (also known as Irvingia Gabonensis (or irvingia gabonesis). My review: I found these supplements to have no taste. They are a reasonable size for swallowing without feeling like they are big enough to choke a horse as is often the case with these type of things. My appetite was suppressed more so than normal and they did indeed increase my energy levels. They were gentle but effective in cleansing my body. I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Review: Adovia Sulfur Soap for Acne, Blackheads and Oily Skin with Dead Sea Salt - 100% Natural

Product Information: Adovia natural sulfur soap is highly enriched with minerals curated from the Dead Sea. The sulfur soap however, when used on a gradually increasing level, does not cause dry skin as it is infused with lush Olive Oil and aloe vera, as well as sought-after Dead Sea minerals. Softly yet thoroughly cleansing skin with 3 percent sulfur content old skin cells are removed and pores are unclogged. Harmful impurities and oils can embed themselves into the deepest levels of our epidermis and this is one of the best sulfur soaps on the market to target and dissolve them. To help keep skin supple and hydrated, Adovia Sulfur Soap is also packed with Palm and Palm Kernal Oil as well the already mentioned Olive oil and Aloe Vera. That said, it is still recommended to start using this soap slowly so your skin can adjust to the healing sulfur that is not in more common soap products. - Adovia sulfur soap, is highly enriched with minerals and sulfur from the Dead Sea. - Your skin's natural moisture levels are balanced and optimized with Olive Oil, Dead Sea minerals and Aloe Vera extract. - Sulfur has Antiseptic, Anti-Fungal and Antibacterial properties - This soap thoroughly cleanses your face and body and leaves your skin gentle and smooth. - Our sulfur soap has a 3% sulfur content.

My review: This acne soap worked great my daughter. It's unscented and a really pretty yellow colored bar. It did a great job of cleansing and getting deep down in the pores getting all the dirt out while not drying her face out. It left her face feeling soft and supple. As usual, Adovia rocks!!!! I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Review: Vacay Water Enhancer

Product Information: Vacay™ is an all natural water enhancer that helps to relieve stress & anxiety, ease tension, and calm the mind. Vacay was created for people that just love to chill. It’s no mystery that just as many people like to chill compared to those that like to consume energy drinks. In our eyes, there wasn’t a single relaxation beverage product on the market that had exactly what we were looking for. We wanted a product that tasted sweet and was all natural with no harmful preservatives, inexpensive with 10 servings in 1 package, and small enough that we could carry in our pocket for whenever we needed to chill. Since many people use the phrase “I need a Vacay” when they are stressed out, we decided this was the perfect name for our beverage mixer, now people can #drinkvacay whenever they need to get away. In late 2013 Vacay was put into motion and it is our mission to provide an inexpensive #vacay to everyone that needs to escape the daily stress of life. The proprietary functional ingredient blend for Vacay consists of l-theanine, chamomile, and passion flower. Sweetened with Stevia combined with an all natural lemonade flavor, Vacay turned out to be a delicious relaxation lemonade. Perfect For: Chilling. Stressful Jobs. Anyone With Anxiety. Traveling. Busy Moms. Tense muscles. Sleeping Problems. My review: We love lemonade at our house....however, I never hold high hopes for products like this because I have been disappointed by many of them before. It dissolved well, which has been a problem in previous experiences. This, surprisingly, taste good, too. It's sweet and refreshing. Great taste. After a while, I even felt somewhat calmer. Crazy, huh? I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Crock Pot Lemonade Moonshine

When we had our mini family reunion at my sister's house over Labor Day, my bro in law, Edd, brought some moonshine from Kentucky to share. It was the Apple Pie version and, although it didn't sound appealing to me, all the rest of my family loved it, and ranted and raved all weekend about how good it was. It got me thinking when I got back home how exactly someone would make something like that and how labor intensive it might be. I started googling it and quickly realized there's all kinds of recipes on the internet for moonshine and most of them are made in trusty crock pots. I came upon this lemonade version(we love lemonade in our house) and decided to give it a go because it sounded tasty and looked fairly simple. Here's the recipe: Ingredients-- 5 Lemons (juiced), 6 Cups of Water, 2 Cups of White Sugar, 2 Cups of Everclear Grain Alcohol 190 Proof or Vodka.

Instructions: In crock-pot, add water, sugar and lemon juice. Heat on high for 2 hours.

Unplug crock-pot and allow the mixture to cool to room temp. After cooled, you can strain the lemon seeds out of the syrup.

Add in 2 cups of grain alcohol or vodka. Mix well. Fill quart jars with liquid and place a lid and ring on jars.

Allow this to sit for up to 30 days. This amount makes the 2 regular and 1 small size jars. I can't wait until November to be able to drink and share this. **** Also, I need to add as a side note some family history pertaining to moonshine. My grandfather, during Prohibition, made a living as a bootlegger(among other things). To hear my mom tell it, they used to have a garage with a dirt floor and he had dug a hole in the floor and hid his spirits in there covered by some wood... which worked until her pet monkey found it. lol ****