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Noonbory & the Super7

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Product description:When trouble is brewing or super silly villainy is taking place in the whimsical world of Toobalooba, it’s up to Noonbory and his sensational team of super-sensing problem solvers to save the day! Each of the superhero borys has a super sense, including sight, sound, taste, touch, smell, and of course, a little common sense and nonsense never hurts!

Episodes:

  • Lucky’s Bubble trouble
  • A Honey of a Tale
  • Problem Peach
  • A Rosy Day

****I really like this show, because it is different from all the other preschool shows on tv. This dvd teaches kids about the 7 senses, teamwork and more. They use bright colors in the show which attracts my youngest childs attention. We really liked this dvd. You can watch this show on CBS saturday mornings, part of Cookie Jar TV.

Retail:$6.99

Release Date: March 2, 2010

Running time: 60 minutes

My Rating:8

Disclosure: I did not receive compensation for this post, a product was received through my partnership with N Circle Entertainment.

Fathers Day Gift Guide: Schick Hydro 5 Review & GiveawayCLOSED

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 Product description: The new Schick Hydro will revolutionize men’s shaving by protecting and caring for skin while it removes hair. Thanks to many first to market technologies. These new technologies are proven to reduce irritation, providing men with refreshing, liberating shaves.

Features:

  • Skin Guards — Skin guards are innovative skin protectors that actually smooth out skin between blade tips to reduce irritation. Only Schick Hydro delivers this technology.  
  • Advanced Hydrating Gel Reservoir — The Hydro blade cartridge uses proprietary technology to pack advanced lubrication –  with soothing aloe vera and vitamin E – into a Hydrating Gel Reservoir that reinvents the lubricating strip that is found on most razors today. Men typically shave away their shave gels with the first stroke of their razor. The lubrication delivered by Schick Hydro adds hydration in multiple strokes, providing lubrication from start to finish and reducing irritation.
  • Flip Trimmer — With the flip trimmer on the five-blade razor, men can flip back the Hydrating Gel Reservoir so that all five blades touch the skin, as opposed to the single edging blade on most razors.
  • Ergonomic Handle — It’s something most men may never think about, but Schick even obsessed over developing an extremely comfortable, ergonomically effective handle. Consumer testing helped to whittle down several potential handle designs, applying men’s insights and opinions on ergonomics, grip, appearance and many other factors.
  • Hydro Shave Gels — Designed to work with and enhance the Schick Hydro razors, the new Sensitive Skin™ and Moisturizing™ Shave Gels help to deliver maximum closeness and comfort.

****the biggest concern both me and my husband have when we shave is irritation. We have sensitive skin, so shaving often tends to irritate the skin. Schick Hydro 5 is definitely a razor that is worth trying.  With the extra lubrication tat is added to the razor, there are no worries about skin drying out. The shave creams are great to, I’m fond of the sensitive skin. My legs always itch after using shaving cream, with the moisturizer shave gel, I didn’t have any problems.

Schick Hydro comes in 3 blades or 5 blades. Plus they also have hydro shave gel in moisturizing and sensitive skin.

Retail:razor $7.99, shave gel $3.99

Release: just released in April

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Fathers Day Gift Guide: Black and Decker Readywrench review & GiveawayCLOSED

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Product Description:This all-in-one wrench puts 16 of the most popular standard (SAE) and metric socket sizes in one convenient hand tool. No need to stop and sort through a socket set to find the right size. Simply spin to a larger or smaller socket size. The ReadyWrench makes short work of furniture assembly, fixing bikes or car maintenance – with no socket set to store or organize.
No need to worry about sockets getting lost or not being able to find the right size. Everything you need is on the Readywrench.

****This is really a cool tool.  I hate it when Hubby tells me to go find a socket and i open our case and none of them are in order and there is always a few missing. The Ready wrench ends all that. One simple tool that’s all you need! It was so easy to use, I tried it on my daughters bike and some furniture. This would be a great gift for the fix it dad! 

Retail: $29.99

My rating:9

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U by Kotex Makes Having A Period More Comfortable

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Growing up I hated getting my period. Tampons were uncomfortable and pads made me feel like I was wearing a diaper.  It was the worst time when I was a teenager, specially when you have to sit in class for hours and can’t go to the bathroom.

U by Kotex is a a new line of tampons, pads and liners, which feature a slim, thinner design, making them easier and more comfortable to use. And with bright, bold packaging and colors. I had my dad buy me pads growing up and he never minded, because the packaging was boring. Plus he’d embarrass me when someone look or asked about them.

U by Kotex has bright new packaging which I think is great for girls, but I’m not sure if my hubby would be willing to go pick these up at the store. They stand out a lot more than other items in the cart.  I received the liners and These are really thin, which is great for me. They are comfortable and you really can’t tell you’re wearing it, plus it keeps you fresh.

Watch the U by Kotex commercial, it’s hilarious

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“I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Kotex and received products necessary to facilitate my candid review. In addition, Mom Central sent me a gift card to thank me for taking the time to participate.”

Control your allergies with Lysol review and giveawayCLOSED

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Lysol Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen Scent

Lysol disinfectant  spray kills 99.9% of illness causing bacteria and viruses including H1N1, common cold and MRSA. It even works to control the growth of mold and mildew, among the most common types of allergens.

Lysol disinfectant spray can be used on all surfaces like:

  • doorknobs
  • telephones
  • toilet areas
  • pillows
  • mattresses
  • so much more
Lysol Disinfectant Wipes with Micro-Lock Fibers
Lysol disinfecting wipes 4in1 are for use in your kitchen, bathroom and all over your house. these disposable wipes kill 99.9% of germs-even the bacteria that causes odors. no bottles, sponges and no mess.

Use Lysol Disinfecting wipes on surfaces where bacteria grows the most.

  • doorknobs
  • fixtures
  • telephones
  • faucets
  • appliance handles

both of these Disinfectants protect against bacteria like Staph, Salmonella, and E Coli

****I absolutely love Lysol, It is so great to have around when you have little kids. It gets rid of the odors from the diaper pail, disinfects the tray from the highchair.  The wipes are good for cleaning off placemats, everything in the bathroom and kitchen. They really help with allergens too, cleaning up dust, mold and dirt. This is really a great product. 

Retail: spray $4.69 and wipes $2.99

Found in all retail stores

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Michael Jackson In Search of Neverland Review

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Description: Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous host, Robin Leach, called it the ‘sale of the century’. It was the real estate transaction that made Michael Jackson the owner of what would come to be called the Neverland Ranch. I am the realtor who made that sale. This story is about Michael Jackson, whom I first met when he was in his teens, and how I helped the King of Pop make his dreams come true and acquire his dream home, Neverland Ranch. Michael Jackson was one of the most brilliant men I have ever known in my life, certainly not the Wacko Jacko described in the media. He was so thoughtful and decisive as a client that he was a joy to work with. He is the only celebrity client that really knew what he wanted – where, when and how. I hope this exclusive telling of my friendship with Michael and the extraordinary adventure that was the search for Neverland will reveal his true motivations and intentions, and it is my hope that you will enjoy this book about Michael Jackson, the King of Pop.

**** this book sheds a whole new light of how I viewed Michael Jackson.  This book tells about what his plans were with Neverland Ranch and what he was like up close and personal before he was the king of pop.  This is a great read for Michael Jackson fans.

Retail:$16.95

Release date: March 29, 2010

pages 108

Isbn-978-0615355733

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Go Diego Go Great Panda Adventure Review

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Product Description: All Aboard! Join Diego and Baby Jaguar as they rescue animals all over the world. In these action packed journeys we pick up Pandas in the mountains of China; return a lost Koala to his mommy in the Australian Forest; reunite a Lemur with his family in Madagascar; and protect a Beaver’s dam from a giant wave in the Canadian Rockies. Catch Diego as you’ve never seen him before! ¡Vámonos!

These episodes are all new straight to dvd, episodes include

  • All Aboard the Giant Panda Express-All Aboard! Join Diego and Baby Jaguar as they rescue animals all over the world. In these action packed journeys we pick up Pandas in the mountains of China; return a lost Koala to his mommy in the Australian Forest; reunite a Lemur with his family in Madagascar; and protect a Beaver’s dam from a giant wave in the Canadian Rockies. Catch Diego as you’ve never seen him before! ¡Vámonos!
  • Koalas Birthday Hug-Diego’s in an Australian Forest when suddenly he hears a cry for help.  It’s a koala who’s stuck in the middle of the road, with a truck headed right for him!  Diego rescues the little koala and learns that today is Joey the Koala’s birthday.   He must help Joey get back to his mommy and celebrate his birthday.
  • Leaping Lemurs-Diego and Baby Jaguar are returning a group of animals to their home in Madagascar.  But one animal, Sara the Sifaka Lemur, hasn’t been home in such a long time, that she can’t remember how to get there.
  • Diego saves the beavers-Diego and his friend, Billy the Beaver, are in the Canadian Rockies helping all of the river animals keep their homes safe from an overflowing river.  They are interrupted when Alicia calls to say a giant wave is heading straight for Billy the Beaver’s family! 

Special features:

  • Fresh Beat Band Great Day music video
  • Fresh Beat Band Loco Legs music video

****These are great episodes for teaching kids about different parts of the world. Diego travels all over, from China to North America and places in between.  I really like that all of these episodes are never before seen. We’ve seen every Diego episode, and they tend to run them over and over again. So it was nice to get to watch new episodes. My daughter loves Pandas and it was so interesting for her being able to learn more about them from her favorite cartoon character. This is a great movie for preschoolers 

Release date: May 4, 2010

Retail:$16.99

Running time:95 minutes long

My rating:

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensaton for this review. A product was provided by Nickelodeon.

Celebrate Earth Day With Disney Store

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To celebrate Earth Days 40th anniversary, Disney Stores are introducing a new line of eco-friendly products worldwide.  “New fashionable “Save Planet Earth” totes are available now at Disney Store locations nationwide and on DisneyStore.com, and a portion of the proceeds from its sales will benefit The Nature Conservancy’s “Adopt a Coral Reef” program.  For each tote sold Disney Store will contribute $1 through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to help save our oceans by protecting vital coral reefs.. The tote is branded with Disney-Pixars Toy Storys loveable three-eyed green alien, each tote is made from seven recycled bottles that have been cleaned, smashed, melted and reused. Other new items available are reusable aluminum bottles and journals made from recycled paper. Save the Planet T-shirts are also available , and are made with 100% organic cotton. To commemorate this specoal occasion, Disney Store also has a new plush alien

If you visit the Disney Store today only and bring in six plastic bottles or aluminum cans, you can get a FREE Friends For Change and Oceans branded hat. Don’t forget about Disney’s new movie opening April 22, 2010 Oceans.

****These items are so much fun for the kids, they love the three-eyed alien and are having so much fun playing with the plush doll and writing notes with alien pictures on it. I am really big on saving the planet and glad that Disney has made fun products to help get kids involved.

Disclosure:I did not receive compensation for this post, products were received for my review.

Strawberry Shortcake Pedal Pool Review

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Product description: Treat your Strawberry Shortcake figure to a “berry” fun day with this swimming pool play set! Set your new sweet-smelling friend under her moveable umbrella to enjoy the “sun”. When it’s time to cool off, send her down the slide and into the pool, right underneath the flower shower! Meanwhile, her towel accessory is just ready and waiting at the poolside when she’s ready to dry off. This pool party is always sure to be fun, whether you host it outside — or right in your living room!

This cute little play set comes with a scented Strawberry Shortcake doll and hat, slide, umbrella, umbrella post, table, towel rack, flower shower, and fabric towel accessories.

****My daughters have been enjoying this now that the weather has warmed up, they can go outside and have a Strawberry Shortcake pool party.  The flower even sprays water, to give a little shower. This is not a very messy toy, and great summer play for little girls. Strawberry Shortcake even has her own little towel, so cute. My daughters are really enjoying this toy.

Retail:$16.99 at Hasbro

Recommended ages 4 and up

Disclosure: no compensation was received. A product was provided by Hasbro.

Silk Pure Almond Milk Review and GiveawayCLOSED

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Silk has come out with a new delicious flavor of soy milk, It’s called Pure Silk Almond. New Pure Silk Almond has a lot of health benefits, as well as tasting good.

Each glass provides an excellent source of natural antioxidants, and as much calcium and vitamin D as dairy milk, with absolutely no cholesterol, saturated fat, dairy or soy.  Best of all, a serving of Silk Pure Almond Original almond milk is only 60 calories, and a delicious glass of Vanilla is just 90.
 
What makes almond milk Silk Pure Almond so healthy?  For starters, it’s the almonds.  Every little nut is a perfectly packaged powerhouse of natural antioxidants and more. In fact, we like to think of almonds as Nature’s Perfect Nutrition – and that’s where our almondmilk begins.
 
Almonds are recognized by health professionals as a nutritious addition to a healthy diet. A serving of almonds provides an excellent source of vitamin E (a natural antioxidant), and a good source of protein and fiber. In fact, almonds are higher in protein and fiber than any other tree nut.  Plus, they’re naturally low in saturated fat and cholesterol-free.

**** My husband is allergic to milk, so we had already been buying Silk Soy Milk. I have never been a big fan of it though, until I tried The Pure silk Almond. This is really delicious! it looks like glue coming out, but it is very sweet and actually tastes a little like ice cream to me.  My husband actually thinks it’s a little to sweet. It’s definitely worth it to switch over, but I am not sure if I’d actually eat cereal with almond milk. I think it would make a wierd combination, fruit loops and almonds. My entire family liked this milk, even the picky little ones.

Retail: $2.89-$3.99 at these retailers

Here is a coupon for 75 cents of Pure Silk Almond

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