Almondina Sampler Giveaway!

I have another wonderful yummy giveaway for you!! I love these cookies and I am so excited that I still have some here because I can eat one or two as a snack and not have to worry about my diet since they are so low in calories! 

One of my readers will be getting to win a sampler pack of these delicious treats just like I got!!  Check out the review while you're at it.

Giveaway is open to US/CAN

Ends 7/10/12

Baby Coupons!

My second cousin Mia.

$1.50 off when you buy any ONE AVENT Pacifier Pack

$1.50 off AVENT BPA-Free Toddler Cup

$3.00 off AVENT Multi-pack BPA-Free Baby Bottles

85¢ off when you buy any TWO Gerber® Juice

$3.25 off when you buy Gerber® Good Start® Powder formulas

$2.25 off Bulk Size Gerber® Good Start® SOOTHE

Video Rewards: $1.35 off when you buy any EIGHT Gerber® 2nd Foods®

$1.10 off when you buy any EIGHT Gerber® 2nd Foods®

Dog Coupons

I love finding Dog coupons!  It's a good time to stock up on food and treats!

$1.00 off when you buy any ONE Snausages® brand dog snacks

$1.50 off when you buy any TWO Meaty Bone® dog snacks

$1.50 off Milo's Kitchen® brand dog treats

$1.50 off when you buy Milo's Kitchen® brand dog treats

$1.00 off when you buy Canine Carry Outs® dog snacks

$1.00 off Purina® Chef Michael's® Dry Dog Food

$1.00 off Purina® Chef Michael's® Wet Dog Food

$1.00 off when you buy 6 cans of Mighty Dog® brand dog food

Dairy Coupons

I know it's been awhile since I have posted any coupons!!! I am so sorry!  I hope you all find these helpful!!!

Like Reward: $1.10 off when when you buy any ONE 4-pack of Stonyfield YoKids Greek Organic Yogurt

55¢ off when you buy any ONE 4-pack of Stonyfield YoKids Greek Organic Yogurt

$1.10 off when you buy Smart Balance® Spreadable Butter

Video Reward: $1.60 off when you buy Smart Balance® Spreadable Butter

$1.10 off NESTLÉ® COFFEE-MATE® Sugar Free Creamer

$1.10 off NESTLÉ® COFFEE-MATE® Flavored Powder Creamer

75¢ off when you buy any ONE Marie's® Yogurt Dressing

Summer #BlogChallenge Day #19: Something I'm Proud of!

--Something I'm Proud of From the Last Few Days--


This one is really easy for me because this is all about my #cinchspiration journey!  Why!?  Because I am so proud of myself for these past five days that I have kept to my new diet!  I haven't been cheating and I am working hard to get fit and get healthy.  Check out the different foods I have been eating!! They are so yummy!  I have to admit I thought I would have to force myself to eat all of these but I have been doing great!  

Summer #BlogChallenge Day #18: A Recipe I Love

--A Recipe I Love--


This one is really easy for me, but we just ate it all so I can't take pictures until the next time we make it.  Lol.  Maybe I will beg my boyfriend to let me make it again. Haha.  I will give you the recipe with the substitutions if you want those as well!


Chicken Stir-Fry (Thanks to my boyfriends father, Thank you!)

4 Boxes of Coffee or Tea for $9.99

Ohhh yum!!! I love Gevalia!  They are now giving you a great opportunity!  If you are an avid coffee drinker then this is the deal for you!  You will be given the option of any 4 boxes of yummy coffee or tea!  On top of that you will also get a FREE Stainless STeel 12-Cup Coffeemaker! Your Satisfaction is Guaranteed!  Get them for $9.99 and FREE Shipping!!!


What is awesome is that nothing is binding!  There is no contract and no cancellation fees if you choose to cancel at any time, even before your first auto delivery!  Another amazing thing is that you can set your auto delivery up to be all the way up to 13 weeks out! So no need to worry about additional fees or sales if you don't want more!

Fine Print: Your first shipment will be billed at the promotional price of $9.99.  Your future auto delivery shipments will be subject to their regular coffee and tea prices listed on their website.

This post may contain affiliate links for which I may be compensated for.

It's Here!!!

I am so excited to start my #Cinchspiration Journey with Shaklee!! I got my first 30 days supply of product from them in the mail yesterday!!!  Are you curious to see what is in it?  I will give you a sneak peek!  I am hoping to get enough time to make my first video post real soon!  Sometime in the next few days I will be posting it up explaining everything that comes in the Cinch Transformation Kit! Also, be on the look out for my before pictures because this is starting Monday!!!

This is a sponsored post as part of the Shaklee Corporation’s Team #Cinchspiration Campaign. I have received free products, online support and incentives for participating. My opinions are my own. 

FREE Yogurt Giveaway!

One of my readers Linda K,. received coupons for Voskos Greek Yogurt but to her dismay they don't sell them in her area anymore in fact they are only sold in Illinois and Indiana so if you live in these states and would like to win a coupon please enter!

Summer #BlogChallenge Day #11: Best Day of My Life

--Best Day of My Life--


I have been thinking about this for days and here I am halfway through today and I have normally been getting these up early, but not this one.  I don't have any big moments I can remember.  I didn't do anything special for my 18th or 21st birthdays.  I didn't go to my high school graduation, though I have pictures of me in my gown.  I'm not married, I don't have any children.  So, really what day stands out the most?

Yummy Almondina!

Almondina, the healthy treat that was around before its time!  I have to admit I was nervous trying these little cookie treats!  They are great and I am glad that I said yes to preforming a review.  The reason I was so nervous is because in all honesty I hate Almonds and that is the big basis of these cookies. Lol.  They all have almonds in them!


I was given a sampler pack that came with seven different types of their cookies.  I remember opening my box looking at some of them real wearily thinking there is no way I am going to like that one and boy was I wrong!


The Cookies I Received:

• The Original
• Cinorama
• Sesame
• Brantreats
• Gingerspice
• Choconut
• Chocolate Cherry

Mixed Berry Smoothies! Yum!

This image was borrowed and I will be posting my own 

once I have a chance to take one. My camera is out of commission.

My boyfriend and I have been trying hard to eat better and one way that we have been doing this is by having Smoothies for breakfast.  Now, I call them smoothies because they are made of fruit, but my boyfriend calls them shakes. Lol.  So, you can decide for yourself which you think it should be called and let me know!

Here are the basic Mixed Berry Smoothies:

Ingredients:

• 4 oz. of skim milk
• 4 oz. of acai juice
• 4 oz. of plain yogurt
• 4 oz. of fresh strawberries (can substitute for frozen if desired)
• 4 oz. of fresh blueberries (can substitute for frozen if desired)
• 2 oz. of fresh raspberries 
• 4 oz. ice cubed or crushed
• 1/2 tsp. sugar (I prefer raw sugar)
• 2 scoops of vanilla or plain protein powder*

*Use Whey for men and Soy for women.

Instructions:

1. Add milk, acai juice, and plain yogurt to blender.
2. Add protein powder and sugar
3. Add strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries
4. (optional) blend this all till smooth
5. Add ice and blend until smooth.

This recipe is enough for a 32oz. glass, however that is a lot to drink for one person so we sometimes mix everything BUT the powder and add that last and split it up for the two of us.

You can leave this in the fridge if you would like to drink it later, but make sure you cover it.  I prefer it really cold so if I leave it in the fridge I always put it in the freezer for 10-30 minutes before I am going to drink it.  

I would also suggest that if this is going to be your breakfast to eat a piece of toast or something else made of grain because this smoothie is very airy and your stomach will settle better if you have something else as well.

Candy Cakes Giveaway!

I have teamed with a blogging friend of mine, Bloggity Blog, to bring you this awesome review and giveaway for a Candy Cake.  These products are adorable and the lady who makes them is a local business owner of my friend!  I love promoting small businesses especially ones that have amazing and cute products!  If you have never seen a Candy Cake before you will want to check these out so, read the review below and enter to win your very own!!!

Nikkis Candy Cakes and ECT,

I to tell you about an exciting new company called Nikkis Candy Cakes and Ect,. When I saw these delightful cakes all I could think was I wanted one. They are adorable and sure to please any candy connoisseur.

Candy Cakes don't have a cake underneath all that candy. They are hollow and filled with more candy! They make the perfect gift for birthday, wedding or baby shower, Valentines, Easter or any occasion! They are fun and silly and oooo so edible!

You can order these cakes round or square The two layer cakes start at $30.00 plus shipping Nikki needs at least 3 days notice and please allow a week for ship time also ( This is to allow for plenty of time to get it sent out and to you by that special date) so keep that in mind when you order. 

She also makes diaper cakes! 

She also offers diaper cakes that start at $50.00.

For more information check out her Facebook page!

Because Nikki is so pleased to meet you she is wanting to giveaway one of her two layer candy cakes as her way of saying HI! All you have to do is the easy entry the rest are optional do one or do them all that is up to you. The more you do the better are your chances of winning!

Disclaimer: Bloggity Blog did not receive any compensation other then the ability to giveaway a candy cake. All opinions are her own and she would never say she liked something if she did not.

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Happy Mother's Day!!!

I hope everyone is having an amazing Mother's Day!! I made my mom this beautiful Mother's Day card this year!! I hope she loves it!! I must run now... Off to dinner with the boyfriend's mom and to pick up two smoked chicken's from his dad's house! YUM!!!

What are you doing for Mother's Day!?

SUPERFOODS For Women Only Review

The Author Hilary Greenleaf was kind enough to provide me with one of her books for women!  This book is titled "SUPERFOODS For Women Only: 20 Vital Foods for Soft Hair, Clear Skin, and Feeling Younger".  This is a great book for women to help in their health.


This book is broken down into categories of food type to keep everything neat and organized.  I loved how you could easily look through the book and ind exactly what you are looking for.  It has food categories such as grains, fruits & veggies, meat & fish, dairy, nut & legume, spice & herbs, and finally surprising superfoods.


Aside from it being organized I also liked the fact that she explains things clearly and does not bog the book down with terminology.  She makes it all easy to understand and she explains why the food is good for you, how much to eat, and what study was done to figure out all of this.


Overall, I am very glad that I was given the opportunity to read this book because there were so many different SUPERFOODS that I did not know were especially good for me.

You can find Hilary Greenleaf on...

Her Facebook

Her Website

You can buy her books on Amazon:

**DISCLOSURE** I received this product Free for reviewal purposes from the author.  I only recommend products that I believe in and like.  The opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine and in no way influenced by the author.

Cookin Explosion! 5/31

Ever Dream of the Giveaways Of All Giveaways?

Well this is it!

We want to thank all our great sponsors for these fabulous prizes And we would like you to take a moment to show your appreciation by visiting some of their sites and taking a look around!

The Gifts:     
            

Autographed Paula Dean Cookbook~The Lady & Sons Just Desserts	Signed picture of Paula Dean(Picture will vary)	Signed Cook Book from The Neely's-Celebration	Cook'n Recipe Organizer	Southern Seam Apron
8 piece cooking set from Sunbeam from 1SaleADay.com	Professional :limited edition pans from Regal	32 piece set of Lock & Lock Storage Containers from 1SaleADay.com	4 sets of Rubbermaid glass storage sets with easy to locate lids	Set of 2 glasses from Bottlehood
EatSmart Precision Pro-Multifunction Digital Kitchen Scale LCD	Bain Marie Jar H.F.Coors	Guy Ferie Knuckle Knife Ergo Chef	$15 in Gift Certificates from Bob Evans Restaurant	Wholly Guacamole Gift Pack
$50.00 Wendy's Gift Card	Gift Basket from Diane Redcay	Gooseberry Simple Shortcut Recipes	Kindle Fire	Set of Oneida Silverware
Rare Disney 4 Park Collector Lithograph Art Set with COA	SodaStream Maker Start Up Kit and 3 Full Size Flavors	Gourmet Gift Basket from Bea's Gift Baskets	Set Of Trader Joe's Organic Spices

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All these wonderful gifts are Courtesy of:

Paula Dean, The Neely's, , Replacements LTD, Wholly Guacamole, Bob Evans Restaurants, Gooseberry Patch, , Ergo Chef

Southern Seams Custom Made Aprons   

Rubbermaid - Helping people get organized for living. 
H.F Coors - All American Made in the USA Dinnerware, lead free, chip resistant. 
Open Sky -Connect with experts in food, health, style and design on this social network. 
Regal Cookware - Leading U.S. manufacturer of high-quality made in the U.S.A. stainless steel cookware.  
Robinson Home Products - Leader in the design, development, and marketing of high-quality kitchen and dining items for our licensed and owned brands sold throughout North America. 
Wendy's Restaurant -Wendy's® is the real choice in fast food. We deliver quality fresh food with real ingredients that provide the best tasting fast food.   

1SaleADay.com where every day is a Sale Day! Donated the prizes Lock N Lock storage set and Sunbeam pots and pans.

Cook'n organize and store all your favorite recipes! from DVO

With special thanks to Bea's Gift Baskets for adding this beautiful gift basket. Bea offers the perfect basket for any occasion from wedding and baby gifts to corporate gifts for those executives you need to impress.

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And did I mention we have a

KINDLE FIRE

 to giveaway?

All these fabulous gifts will be going to ONE Lucky Winner!

Now All We Want To Know Is...

To enter this giveaway you need to complete the mandatory entries. The rest are optional do one or do them all that is up to you. The more you do the better your chances of winning.