Keeping the Bugs Away With HUA Mosquito & Fly Repellent Incense Sticks

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    Spring and Summer will be here before we know it, and that means bugs will too! 
Especially those pesky Mosquitoes and Flies that like to disrupt our outdoor fun. 
There are several insect repellents on the market, but they often contain toxic pesticides 
that are dangerous to our health. With the HUA Mosquito & Fly Repellent Incense Sticks, 
we can detour the bugs, while protecting our families in a healthy natural way. 

   These incense sticks are naturally made with Citronella, Thyme and Rosemary Essential Oils, and Brazilian Andiroba, making them non-toxic and healthy for you and your pets to be around. The smells will repel bugs away from your area, so you can relax without bother. Each stick is easy to light and burns for 45 minutes. It even has a pleasant scent! You can set the sticks in an incense holder, in the ground, or in containers with sand or soil to hold them up. The smoke and scent will keep the bugs away so you can enjoy your outdoor BBQ, Picnic, Party, Camping Trip, and more!

You can find the Mosquito & Fly Repellent Incense Sticks available for purchase on Amazon $17.60 for a box of 30 sticks.

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Eco-Friendly Forid Biodegradable Trash Bags

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Have you ever thought about what happens to plastic garbage bags in the landfill? 

   We throw our trash in them as normal, but once they arrive to the landfills, the bags themselves can take anywhere from 10 years to 1,000 to decompose!! So why aren't we doing a better job at having bags that will break down and help the world thrive?! It's so much better to use biodegradable bags, as they are much more Eco-friendly, and sustainable. 

   With Forid Biodegradable Trash Bags, we can do just that! Their garbage bags are made with plant starch material that break down by microorganisms within 3 months. This material is based on natural renewable resources that wont cause damage to the environment. When the material is broken down, it releases water and carbon dioxide, completing an organic cycle to feed the Earth. This helps so much on pollution, you can easily compost these bags right in your backyard!   

   Forids Biodegradable Trash Bags are certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute. They are odorless, non-toxic, and available in different sizes. As you see in the photo, I am using size 13g in my 6g kitchen trash bin because I prefer them to be a little bigger. The bags have been holding up great, I would prefer them to be white, but it's containing my trash, so I'm not picky ;)

You can find Forid Biodegradable Trash bags available for purchase on Amazon and for a limited time, if you use the code: 15WEP9RF you can get 15% off!!  

I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.

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Organizing With Songmics 3-Tier Storage Cubes

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In need of organization? Songmics has you covered, with the DIY 3-Tier Storage Cube shelf, with 9 cubes and a door for each one! You can store several items inside these cubes. It's very versatile so you can have a variety of items in each box. Use it for clothing in the closet, in the craft room to hold art supplies, or your kids room for toys, there are so many uses for this fun storage piece.
The shelves are easy to put together, made with PP Plastic Panels and ABS connectors that fit into each piece, and you can shape them in multiple ways to fit the size you need.

I love having this extra piece of storage around. Living in an apartment means there's not a whole lot of space for big bulky pieces of furniture for storage, so having this one is really handy for us! Plus it can easily be taken apart for when we we move, without having to have anything big or heavy to carry! I currently am using this storage cubby in my son's room, in his closet. It is holding clothes, as well as craft supplies, sports equipment, and a few toys. I love that each cubby has a door, so it can be closed up, hiding what is inside, while keeping it looking neat and tidy. The shelves seem to be pretty sturdy, though I wouldn't suggest using it for books. Each cube is said that it can hold up to 10lbs but I would be careful with certain items. I've tried the shelving in different ways, so there are multiple options you can mold this storage system into. You can separate it into pieces, flip it long or short, or build the full 9 cube set up. It's so versatile!

If you're interested in easy to use storage, I highly recommend this piece. It's held up properly and is doing a nice job. You can find the Songmics 3-Tier Storage Cubes available for purchase on Amazon at a decent price. Also be sure to check out Songmics Facebook page, as they will be holding weekly giveaways for all their products!! 

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I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.

Swish Grey Geometric Rug + Rug Liner

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I received the Swish Grey Geometric Rug in a 3'3" x 5' for my review and I absolutely love it! It is very easy to maintain and can be vacuumed without problem, plus it is said to be stain resistant, such a plus! The rug is beautiful with a modern print to it and the comfort is just amazing. My son said he wants the entire floor filled with the kind of comfort lol. The rug is thick and seems durably made so it will last while bringing you comfort and art to any room. I like how the tag that is placed on the back of the rug describes the Dulcet Collection this rug is from. It says: "Dulcet AKA Dulce in Spanish means sweet. This rug is where centuries of rug making and modern day design come together. Made with love, you can expect nothing less than sweet value in this rug." And sweet it is.

I currently have the rug under our computer desk/chair area and it looks great! It matches our decor yet it would look good in our bedroom, or in front of the couch too. I feel like the pictures really don't do it justice for how great of a rug this is and at a great price. Plus the company is very understanding and works with you to fit your needs. All 5's for this product, and I just love their other design options! Great for any room.

To go beneath the rug, you could get a Non Slip Rug Pad Gripper. Perfect for keeping rugs from slipping on slippery surfaces such as wood floor or linoleum. I love that you can cut these to size, if you need something a little smaller. It is also hand washable if it gets dirty. This is a great pad for rugs, just be sure to pay attention to which size you are getting, as it will tell you the "2'x4'" fits the rug of a 2'x4 but the product is actually size 20"x40"

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CTA Digital 2-in-1 Flexible Floor Stand LED Lamp & Mount

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This 2-in-1 Flexible Floor Stand LED Lamp & Mount is amazing! It holds a phone or iPad making it easier to read, play games or watch movies on your device without having to hold it in your hands! Plus it doubles as a lamp! We love it! 

The set up was so easy to do. You just screw the pole into bottom plate with the provided tools, and connect the poles together and it's ready to go. It has a USB plug with an adapter that allows the light part of the lamp to work. And the on/off switch works with just a click, allowing the lamp to be on bright with one click, then brighter with the next, and the 3rd click turns it off. 

The mount is easy to work with and holds our Samsung Galaxy Note 3 phones perfectly. It is also made to hold a tablet. This is such a great product and makes reading on the kindle, watching movies, or playing games hands-free and so much easier. It's freeing for your hands so you can just lay in bed or on the couch while using your device. And if you just want to read for the night, the lamp shines bright and looks great by your desk, couch, or bed. 

The poles can reach the height of 6ft or lower, so it can really sit up high. And the adjustable lamp neck is such a great feature for the best look. We really love this lamp and might have to get another for both bedsides!

You can find the CTA Digital 2-in-1 Flexible Floor Stand LED Lamp & Mount available for purchase on Amazon with free shipping.

I received a complimentary product in exchange for my honest review. All opinions my own.

National Geographic Kids Super Readers Club

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On behalf of March being the National Reading Month, National Geographic Kids helps celebrate and promote the benefits of reading by providing colorful and informative children's books to enjoy!

I am a huge fan of National Geographic books that are filled with so many fun facts and stories. They are great go-to books to use in our homeschooling adventures! 

I love that National Geographic Kids has level reader books, so your child can grow with them based on their reading vocabulary. Each Super Reader book is rated starting with the Pre-Reader where your child is ready to begin learning how to read, to 1: starting to read, 2: Independent Reader, and up to 3, a Fluent Reader, making it fun and exciting ranking higher as they get better in reading. You and your child can visit natgeokids.com/superreaders to become an amazing Super Reader, (even download a certificate claiming so) enjoy some fun activities, and earn prizes as well! A great way to keep them interactive with their reading enjoyment. It's really great that every book has interesting facts your child can learn, as well as silly jokes to keep your kids interested and having fun. There are so many things to enjoy about Nat Geo books, truly something every age level can enjoy!

Below are just a few books National Geographic Kids offers per age level:

Hop, Bunny! as a Pre-Reader filled with easy to read words for your beginning reader, as well as vocabulary tree's to understand words better and a photo with each. This book is so cute, it would be a perfect addition to an upcoming children's Easter basket! :)

Follow Me! and Red Pandas are Level 1 Readers, which contain a little bit more words and sentences for your budding reader. There are also colorful boxes around each page, to help encourage your little ones to look around as they read and find new information to learn on. Lots of fun facts in these ones! 

They even have Spanish books, such as the Level 1 book: Los Dinosaurios. Great for bilingual children, or those learning Spanish as a second language. Very fun to go off of.

I didn't receive any Level 2 books, so on to Sacagawea and Mars for the Level 3 Reader books. These are perfect for your fluent reader, as there is a good amount of reading on each page, but still photos to keep your child interested, and little definition bubbles to teach your reader the meaning of bigger words used. There are even fun facts and silly jokes in this one.

I love all of these Level reader Books! The Animal Ark book makes a fun family reading time story. National Geographic Kids makes many many books your whole family can enjoy. The bright and colorful stories not only bring in facts and information, they also help build your child's imagination and future interest in reading. Paired with the Super Readers club, this is a great way to keep your child motivated in reading!

You can find more information on National Geographic Kids and their latest products by visiting them at natgeokids.com as well as finding them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.

Happy Reading!!

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Keeping Your Luggage Safe With Travelambo Luggage Tags

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Are you preparing for a trip soon? 

Maybe a plane, train or bus ride to visit family? 

You should always make sure your luggage is labeled in case it gets lost! 

With the Travelambo Luggage Tags you can feel peace, knowing your luggage can be returned to you safely. These travel tags are perfect for adding to your backpack or suitcase for long travels. The fun design and durable material makes these the perfect addition to your trip. The space for putting your information can fit a business card perfectly, and it's secure with the attaching belt. I really love the squishiness of these tags, and their bright colors. The belts that attach the tags to your bag are a very soft leather, that seems to ruffle on the sides. When mine arrived, the tags looked a bit dirty, as if fuzz was on them, but with a closer look, I found that it's actually pieces of the leather that were ruffling off. I think this is natural with genuine leather though. All together, this is a great product for a great price of just $4.99 for 2. Many luggage tags you will find in the stores, cost this price or more, for just one tag! This is a much better deal, with a variety of tags to choose from.

You can find the Travelambo Luggage Tags available 
to purchase on Amazon, in a variety of colors. 

 I received a complimentary product in exchange for an honest review. All opinions my own.

Saving Space With SpaceSaver Jumbo Vacuum Storage Bags

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    If you are in need of some organizing in your home, maybe gaining more space in your storage closet for your blankets or pillows, or packing away clothes for the next season, the SpaceSaver Premium Jumbo Vacuum Storage Bags would be perfect for you! These storage bags reduce the volume of your materials by 80%! Think of all that extra space you're saving! Plus they keep out any unwanted odors, insects, dirt, dust, water, and mildew so your clothes will be just as they were when you placed them into the bags. The storage bags are available in a range of sizes,. but these Jumbo packs are perfect for storing blankets and pillows...so many options and so much space saved, perfect for every home!

I can't get over how amazing of a creation this is. I remember always seeing commercials for a product like this that shrinks your blankets and clothing so you have more space in your closet, but I was always really skeptical about how it worked. These jumbo bags are just as they say, JUMBO. They are huge! I experimented a little with space saving to see how much I could fit and was pleasantly surprised with the amount. My first time trying the storage bags, I decided to try just two blankets: a comforter and a quilt. But once I got them in the bag, I thought surely it could hold more, so I added another comforter and got to vacuuming. I tried the included pump to suck the air out but this was going to take FOREVER, so I just used our vacuum hose and it was done within seconds. I was amazed at how well this worked! It's just like on TV lol. The only difference was that the edges on mine start to go up, instead of laying flat. Not sure why this is... But then my husband wanted to give it a try. He folded up 8 of his winter coats and placed them in a jumbo bag. Started the vacuuming process and low and behold, a TON of space was saved. This is so great for storing away Summer/Winter clothes when not being used. I am an organize freak, and surprised I haven't gotten this product sooner. I love everything about it, because it allows more room in a closet or storage space, while keeping the same amount of stuff.

 

This is definitely a product I recommend, perfect for organizing, moving, or packing to travel. 

You can find the SpaceSaver Premium Jumbo Vacuum Storage Bags available for purchase on Amazon in a pack of 10 for $35.99 and it comes with a 100% Money Back Guarantee.

I received a complimentary product in exchange for my honest review. All opinions my own.

Wrist Support With The Adjustable and Reversible Wrist Wrap

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Get the wrist support you need with an Adjustable and Reversible Wrist Wrap!  
      This wrist wrap is made of strong, breathable material to give your wrist the compression 
it needs for full support. It promotes stabilization for your wrist, while reducing strain by repetitive movement from day to day movement or sports activities. This is especially great for those who 
play Tennis, Baseball, or Football. The cool thumb design on this brace, makes it easy to use 
while still allowing your thumb to move comfortably. It helps minimize pressure and 
gives your wrist a break to complete day to day functions.
 

I purchased the wrist brace for my husband, who needed a wrist support after weight lifting. The brace is nice in the fact the it is reversible, and easily adjustable to fit at each use. The Velcro is sturdy and secures the brace in place as it should. The material is soft and stretchy, and easy to wear, with the stitching well done for long use. My husband likes this brace, although he did say that the thumb starts to fall asleep after awhile, like it pulls weird on it. I tried the brace out I can see what he means, almost like the brace should be a little longer for a better wrap. I like that the wrap can be used without the thumb option as well. Over all, it's a good brace. Would have loved if it came with two though! :)

You can find the Adjustable and Reversible Wrist Wrap available 
for purchase on Amazon, and if you decide to purchase a 
second one, you will save up to 20% off!

I received a complimentary product in exchange for my honest review. All opinions my own.

Sparkly Dishes With Cascade Platinum Action Pacs

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Get sparkly clean dishes with Cascade Platinum Action Pacs!
In every little pod, packs 3x more in film fighting power to get your dishes spotless, without the need to pre-wash stuck on food. They contain the grease fighting power or Dawn dish soap, and a Rinse aid action with Shine Shield, which is a formula that rinses away residue and leaves a beautiful shine to all your dishes! The pods are available in two different scents: Lemon Burst and Fresh Scent. I received Cascade Platinum Fresh Scent Pods for this review, and I love them!

The little pods are so easy to use, no measuring or pouring required. You just stick a single pod into your dishwasher soap dispenser, close the lid, and your dishwasher is ready to go! The pods clean my dishes so well, without leaving any residue behind. This is much better than my usual powder dish washing soap. The pods do not leave behind any extra soap, or crumb bits either! I would say Cascade Platinum Dishwasher Pods make life easier, and are perfect for people always on the go. If you're in a rush and you need clean dishes by the time you get home, the pods are quick, easy, and convenient. Plus they take up less space than other soaps. Just be sure to keep them out of reach of little ones, because there are many stories about children thinking these pods are candy. My overall opinion on these pods are that they are fantastic and probably my favorite dish washing soap yet!

I decided to put Cascade Platinum Action Pacs to the ultimate test to see if they really get the job done. I have absolutely loved using them so far, but I realized I was still automatically rinsing the dishes off before throwing them in the dishwasher. My dishes came out sparkly clean and I love it. But I wanted to see if these pods REALLY get the grime out without scrubbing off pre-foods. So I cooked Bacon Cheddar Sausage Meatballs in my casserole dish, allowing them to slightly char making them have that BBQ taste. This role itself, always leaves the dish a mess, causing me to use foil every time. But not this time! The dish was left with caked on meat burns and sauce, as well as a puddle of dried grease from those big balls of meat. When it cooled, I placed it in the dishwasher. After some hours later, I ran the dishwasher with the handy little Cascade Platinum Action Pac, crossing my fingers that it wouldn't leave residue all over the other dishes, or a trace of crusted meat. I couldn't wait until the load was done, it was so exciting! lol.  Once the dishwasher completed the last of its cycle, I opened it up to check out that casserole dish. And I was so AMAZED! The dish was completely CLEAN! Not an ounce of crust or grease. And all the other dishes were just as clean. It's like all the junk and grime just disappeared. I love Cascade Platinum Action Pacs! Such a time saver!

You can find the Cascade Platinum Action Pacs available for purchase at your local shopping stores, as well as online at cascade.com

This post is made possible by Cascade & Bzzagent, in providing me the products to review. All opinions my own.