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Free Country Review + Why Buy In The Off Season?

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CaptureI was recently sent a beautiful coat from Free Country to review and share my thoughts about it with you.

securedownload (60)Let me just say that my cats, Jasper and Luna, approved right away ;) In fact I had a hard time getting them to leave the coat alone.  Guess they know a warm and comfy coat when they spot one too!

I know it is the end of the season and you probably don’t want to think about winter coats at all.  But can I just say this is THE time to be thinking about winter gear! I always try to replenish our wardrobes in the off seasons for a couple of reasons:

  • You can save up to 90% off when you do so.
  • The styles don’t vary much from one season to the next.
  • I always bought large when it comes to winter wear so I had no problems with choosing sizes for the following year.

Free Country has pretty much everything on sale right now too, so you will have no problems finding something you love for a deeply discounted price.

CaptureThis is the coat I received.  As you can see it is currently marked down from $170 to just $95. What a steal!

The Tahoe coat from Free Country’s Power Down Series features unique, small box quilting in an Airtouch down shell that cuts a slim profile. One of the longer Power Downs, Tahoe is amply warm even during winter in its namesake mountain town, and goes a fashion step further with a plaid fleece collar and back linings, as well as storm cuffs. Down filled with detachable, faux fur trim hood, and storm placket main closure, the interior also boasts useful cell phone, and music pockets.

32632_10200365393130830_171691971_nI can’t accurately describe to you just how nice this coat feels when I am wearing it.  And it is warm.  My favorite part is the fleece that they put just inside the arm holes and around the neck.  When I have it zipped up I am snug and warm, but not restricted feeling.

Details:

  • Detachable Faux Fur Trim Hood
  • Music Pocket
  • Water Resistant
  • Machine Washable
  • Phone Pocket
  • Wind Resistant
  • Filled with Natural Down Feathers for Lightweight Warmth and Comfort
  • Fleece Lining & Trims
  • Length from Center Back (Size M): 32.5″
  • Detachable Faux Fur Trim Hood (TIP: If fur starts to look a little rumpled, give it a good shake and it’ll spring right back up!)
  • Storm Cuff

Plus they also carry some great swim suits if you are looking for a high quality suit for summer time swimming fun! And you can get them for 40% off now through Monday.

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Shop Free Country here.

*Although I received a coat from Free Country as compensation for this post, all opinions expressed are solely my own.

Iman BB Cream Review & Giveaway (2 Winners)!

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563486_10151318367777968_125111894_nHave you heard of BB Creme yet?

I started to hear about it a couple months ago, but had no idea exactly what it was or what made it different from regular moisturizer or foundation. When I was contacted to try Iman Skin Tone Evener BB Creme I was getting ready to have my 36th birthday and I thought to myself I need to try something new.

I have pretty much used the same moisturizer and foundation products since I was in high school, and the unfortunate reality is that as I’ve aged these don’t work for me as well anymore. The main reason is because my skin has changed.  I have several uneven spots and a lot of redness to my skin tone.

securedownload (28)I chose the lightest shade they carry and eagerly awaited its arrival.

Here are some more details about the new BB Crème:

  • EVENS with Skin Tone Evener Complex enriched with Acai, Licorice and Grape Seed
  • PROTECTS with SPF 15 & antioxidants.
  • HYDRATES with Kokum, Almond, Aloe and Vitamins A, E and C
  • PARABEN-FREE
  • COMPLIMENTS your skin tone with a hint of color in 5 perfect-match shades
 Skin Tone Evener BB Crème SPF 15 as the ultimate “beauty balm”, skin care and color all in one. With a unique blend of Skin Tone Evener Complex, SPF, essential botanical extracts and multivitamins, it evens out discoloration, hydrates and protects your complexion in one step. In a gorgeous range of six semi-sheer colors that compliment your complexion undetectably. With or without makeup, it’s the must-have product for all seasons, all ages, all skin types and skin tones.
I have very pale and sensitive skin.  So my concern with a new product is always if it will cause my skin to react negatively.  I was also worried that the shade wouldn’t match my skin tone.
I was pleased after trying it the first time that it not only matched well, it made my skin feel younger.  Seriously!
My husband even noticed and commented that my skin looked like it was glowing!

securedownload (27)Here is a photo of me without anything on my face.  Scary huh ;)

32632_10200365393130830_171691971_nThis is a photo of me that same day with the BB Creme and some eyeliner on my face.  That’s it!  It took me about 5 minutes to apply and I was ready to go for the day.

I am giving two of you a chance to win a Iman Sample Package ($20 value) that includes:

  • BB Crème samples: Shades Clay Med and Earth Med
  • IMAN Cosmetics Luxury Lip Shimmer: Crystal
  • Luxury Lip Pencil: Tan

Here’s how to enter:

Leave me a comment telling why you think you would like to win the Iman Sample Package.

This giveaway is open to all legal residents of the US age 18 and older and will end on April 5th.

You might want to check out the in-store events that Iman has scheduled throughout the USIf you have one coming near you, check it out and get a makeover!

*Any and all product is being donated to you by IMAN Cosmetics for your participation in the trial program.  These items are not intended as payment for any favorable opinions.  When posting, please ensure complete disclosure within FTC guidelines.

21 Days To A More Disciplined Life $.99 (2 More Days!)

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I shared yesterday about the release of a new book titled 21 Days to a More Disciplined Life that my friend and fellow blogger Crystal Paine has written filled with everything she has learned and implemented to make her life more successful!

For the next TWO DAYS ONLY you can pick up a copy for only $.99

Plus when you purchase your copy you’ll also receive this FREE Printable Calendar Pack.

After this special introductory period the price will return to normal at $4.99. Here is a snippet from yesterdays post:

If you have been following me for any length of time you’ve heard me complain about how disorganized and overwhelmed I get on a regular basis.  The truth is being disciplined does not come easily to me and I am always on the lookout for the perfect gimmick to help me suddenly turn into an organizational guru.

I look at others who appear to have it down and wonder what special gene they received when God was creating them that made being structured and organized a natural part of their being, because obviously I am sorely lacking in that department.

My friend and fellow blogger, Crystal Paine who you may also know as Money Saving Mom, has written a book titled 21 Days To A More Disciplined Life that is a real treasure for those like me who need to find a real way to get things under control in all areas of our lives.

I remember the first time I met Crystal, she was the very vision of perfection to me.  But once I had the opportunity to speak with her and get to know her on a more human level I realized that what I saw was a person who had learned through trial and error how to live a disciplined life.  She was living proof that it could indeed be done and I decided from that day that I would listen to any advice she gave.

So when I was asked if I would like to read her soon to be released book 21 Days To A More Disciplined Life I didn’t even hesitate for a second.

This book isn’t about gimmicks, it is a life changing book.  It teaches you the skills to turn you messy life into a more disciplined one by showing you how to accomplish big projects in bite size portions.

**Although the product for this review & giveaway was supplied to me free of charge, all opinions expressed are solely my own.

21 Days To A More Disciplined Life Giveaway

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If you have been following me for any length of time you’ve heard me complain about how disorganized and overwhelmed I get on a regular basis.  The truth is being disciplined does not come easily to me and I am always on the lookout for the perfect gimmick to help me suddenly turn into an organizational guru.

I look at others who appear to have it down and wonder what special gene they received when God was creating them that made being structured and organized a natural part of their being, because obviously I am sorely lacking in that department.

My friend and fellow blogger, Crystal Paine who you may also know as Money Saving Mom, has written a book titled 21 Days To A More Disciplined Life that is a real treasure for those like me who need to find a real way to get things under control in all areas of our lives.

I remember the first time I met Crystal, she was the very vision of perfection to me.  But once I had the opportunity to speak with her and get to know her on a more human level I realized that what I saw was a person who had learned through trial and error how to live a disciplined life.  She was living proof that it could indeed be done and I decided from that day that I would listen to any advice she gave.

So when I was asked if I would like to read her soon to be released book 21 Days To A More Disciplined Life I didn’t even hesitate for a second.

This book isn’t about gimmicks, it is a life changing book.  It teaches you the skills to turn you messy life into a more disciplined one by showing you how to accomplish big projects in bite size portions.

For the next three days you can get your own copy of the book for only $.99!

After this special promotional period the price will bump up to $4.99, so if this is something you’d like don’t wait to grab a copy today while you can get it for such an amazing price.

Not in the position to purchase a copy right now, no worries because I am also giving away FIVE copies of 21 Days To A More Disciplined Life!

Here’s how to enter:

Leave me a comment telling me why you would like to win.

This giveaway is open to all legal residents of the US age 18 and older and will end on October 23rd.

**Although the product for this review & giveaway was supplied to me free of charge, all opinions expressed are solely my own.

Fresh Bone/Skinless Chicken Breast About $1.69 lb

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I just got word that Zaycon Foods is coming back to my area and bring their famous bone/skinless chicken breast with them for $1.69 lb!

This is perfect timing for me because we eat a lot of chicken at my house and I hate having to pay the grocery store sales prices when I know I can get higher quality chicken at much better prices from Zaycon.  Seriously if you look at my menu plans each week you’ll notice that chicken is an ingredient in about half of our meals so I need to find great deals on chicken.

I stock up whenever I find boneless skinless chicken breast on sale for less than $1.99 a pound, and I only find it this low through Zaycon!

Their chicken sales are limited supply and only available while supplies last!  Sign up and secure your order here.

This is my box from the last time I picked up my Zaycon chicken:

This is my 40 pound box of chicken

They deliver 40 pound boxes of Boneless Skinless chicken breast to you for around about $1.69 (sometimes less) per pound.

They chicken I received is 100% natural chicken with no added hormones, additives or artificial ingredients.

This chicken is FRESH (never frozen).  In fact when I picked up my chicken they told me it was butchered just four days before!

What is Zaycon Foods?

They are a privately owned company based in the state of Washington. The company was founded in 2009 to bring fresh meats and other products direct to consumers at wholesale prices. The founders have extensive experience in sales, business management and the grocery industry

Why would someone buy from Zaycon Foods?

Quality: They only sell what they eat themselves— high-quality, healthy food products
Price: Fresh, high-quality retail food products sold for wholesale prices
Customer Service: Exceptional service all along the way, from order to reminder to convenient, efficient pickup

How does it work?

When you sign up here you’ll be able to see if this program is in your area or find out when it will be in your area.  Then when they have a scheduled event they’ll email you to see if you want to order anything.

Once you receive your box you will need to trim the fat off the chicken and separate it into freezer bags.  These pieces of chicken were huge!  So I put 4 Pieces of chicken per bag and ended up with  bags of chicken.  This will be enough for dinners!

Here is a great video that my friend Jasmine made to show what to do with your 40 pound box of chicken when it arrives.

Where do I sign up?

You can sign up with Zaycon Foods here.  As soon as there is going to be an even in your area they’ll let you know.  This is THE only time they will send you an email.

If you see that they have not made it to your area yet sign up anyway because when they see enough people from the same area sign up they know they need to bring an even to you!

I am very happy with the quality of the meat I received.  And I love knowing that I am feeding my family better choices than the cheap meat I can get at my grocery store.

Have you ever purchased your meat in bulk before?

Provella Probiotic Dietary Supplement Review

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Ever since my health scare a few months ago, I have been spending a lot of time looking for ways to be a more healthier me. When I was younger I took my health and my body for granted assuming I didn’t need to do anything to care for myself.  So when I was offered the opportunity to review Provella.

What is Provella?

Provella helps to promote digestive, feminine, and immune health specifically made for the woman’s body.

Provella™ is a probiotic designed especially for women to supplement their natural, native flora.* Provella™ contains a proprietary blend of 6 bacterial strains chosen specifically for maximum benefit to women to support digestive and vaginal health.*

The strains included are:

  • Lactobacillus acidophilus
  • Lactobacillus plantarum
  • Lactobacillus rhamnosus
  • Lactobacillus fermentum
  • Lactobacillus reuteri
  • Bifidobacterium bifidum

It has been estimated that as few as 20%-40% of certain probiotic bacteria survive passage through the gut. A major threat to probiotic bacteria is stomach acid. However, Provella™ is formulated using a patented controlled-release technology that helps protect probiotics from harsh stomach acid and is designed to ensure that live organisms reach the intestines.

So I used this for a couple weeks straight and tried to pay close attention to my body to see if I could tell any difference in my overall health.  I was also changing a lot of things about my diet at the same time, so it is difficult for me to really know for sure what caused me to feel like I have a ton more energy?  I also noticed I was having an overall better feeling on the inside as well as increased energy and a much better mood.

I am still learning all that there is to know probiotics and their benefits, but I do know that this is something I can easily incorporate into my daily life that takes less than a minute and has huge health benefits for me.

If you are interested in trying this out for yourself, head on over here to print a $6 off coupon to help you save.  You can find this product at Drugstore.com.

You can hear more about Provella and how it works in the educational video below:

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

“I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Provella. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for participating. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.”