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Holiday Gift Guide 2018: Messy Mutts and Messy Cats

Holiday Gift Guide 2018: Messy Mutts Silicone Dog Treat Maker and Messy Cats 2 in 1 Cuddler/Cat House

The products featured in this post were provided to me free of charge courtesy of Messy Mutts. This post may have affiliate links but this in no way will influence the review to follow and all opinions are my own.

Ever since I took over care of Meadow I have been much more aware of what she eats and have begun making her treats. The reason I have been making treats is knowing what is going into them and I love having them shaped like dog bones. When I recently received the Messy Mutts Silicone Dog Treat Maker, I was inspired to make some pumpkin based treats.

The Messy Mutts Silicone Dog Treat Maker can be used for baked treats or frozen treats, and are easy to pop the treats out. There are 8 bones and is freezer, microwave, dishwasher and oven safe (up to 446°F). In addition it is made of FDA approved silicone, is BPA Free. and is PVC Free.

Not to be left out are the cats, and they received a Messy Cats 2 in 1 Cat Cuddler/Cat House in a wonderful grey color. The thing that got my attention about this bed was the versatility in that I can collapse the top and make an open bed, or pop it up and make a cave for them to crawl into.

The Messy Cats 2 in 1 Cat Cuddler/Cat House features EVERFRESH probiotic technology that continuously provide natural, non-toxic odor control. As I mentioned above the 2 in 1 easily converts from bed to house with pop-up roof and also features a peekaboo entrance folds down to convert to traditional bed. The bed is made in a durable fabric and features a non-slip base that prevents shifting and keeps bed in place on carpet or tile.

Each of these products were perfect for their intended purpose, and each pet loved the treats and comfort that the products provided. If you are looking for gifts for your furry friends be sure to check out Messy Mutts!

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Pereg Gluten-Free Flours Review

Pereg Gluten-Free Flours – Review + Giveaway

One of my favorite ways to spend my free time is to watch the food channel and all the competition shows. I particularly enjoy the baking shows and all the options that can be made with flours. Since I am in the process of learning to bake, when I recently received and assortment of Pereg Gourmet Spices Flour’s the baking wheels in my head began to turn. was becoming widely available I knew I wanted to give it a try.

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Easy Bath Cheesecake Wrap Review

Make Cheesecake Easy with the Easy Bath Cheesecake Wrap + Giveaway

I will admit that I am not the world’s premier baker, but I sure do enjoy baking. There is something almost magical about the process of mixing a bunch of ingredients that are tasteless apart and an hour later, having something edible.

One of the more challenging things to bake is a cheesecake, from the crust to the topping so any help to make one perfect is welcome in my kitchen. When I recently received an email about the Easy Bath Cheesecake Wrap I was curious if this would make cheesecakes easier to make.

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Cake, I Love You Review

Cake, I Love You: Decadent, Delectable and Do-Able Recipes Review

The products featured in this post were provided to me free of charge courtesy of Lifestyle Public Relations. This post may have affiliate links but this in no way will influence the review to follow and all opinions are my own.

As much as I love to bake, I am honestly no good at decorating. The decorating is my one weakness and the one area I am always looking to learn and educate myself.

When I saw Cake, I Love You by Jill O’Connor, I saw an easy way to make the cakes I make beautiful. The book includes many recipes and ideas for seasoned bakers to beginner bakers and everybody in between.

Cake, I Love You offers 60 recipes that are organized by flavor profile such as banana, coconut, chocolate, caramel, spice, fruit, butterscotch, spices, citrus and cakes from the garden and orchard. From the level of difficulty, each chapter in this cookbook gives a wide range of cakes from easy weeknight sheet cakes to showstoppers that are layered with frosting and ganache. There are photos throughout so you know what your cake should look like.

Also of note, the author is a local a food columnist for the San Diego Union-Tribune and she lives in San Diego, California.

If you are looking for a easy to follow cake book that will have you baking by the weekend, get a copy of Cake, I Love You by Jill O’Connor.

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Nielsen-Massey: Pure Peppermint Extract Giveaway

4 Uses for Nielsen-Massey Peppermint Extract and a Giveaway

When I think of December, I think of peppermint, since it becomes abundantly available in different forms.

The great thing about peppermint is that it is used to flavor, to ease cold symptoms and is used a dietary supplement.

Here are X uses for Peppermint extract and be sure to check the bottom to win a bottle of Nielsen-Massey Pure Peppermint Extract.

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Whole Note Foods: Back to School Muffin Mix Giveaway

Mix It Up This School Year with Whole Note Foods Muffin Mix Giveaway

In the busy mornings, having easy and healthy food to eat in the mornings can make the difference between a mediocre day and a terrific day. One of my favorite morning snacks is muffins. Muffins are easy to eat, easy to grab and easy to store on the go. One of my favorite muffin’s blueberry and banana. The potassium in the bananas and the antioxidants in blueberries make a great AM punch.

A couple years ago I discovered Whole Note Food Company and with their Create-a-Muffin Mix I can make any muffin I want. Just in time for back to school one winner will have their choice of 3 boxes of mixes and add to your morning routine.

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Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome – April 2017 Review

Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome: April 2017 Review

Each day should have an element of pure randomness and fun. This can be from paying it forward to the person in front of you or this could be a visit from an old friend. The best way to have some randomness is in the mail – each day is different and sometimes random and a surprise.

Each month when I receive the Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome by That Daily Deal.com my love of randomness is fulfilled. Each month no theme is chosen for this monthly box, but rather a selection of random gender neutral items that will undoubtedly meet a need of yours or a lucky recipient that you were unaware you had.

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Simple Mills: Ready-to-Eat Cookies Reviews

Simple Mills: Ready-to-Eat Cookies – Double Chocolate, Toasted Pecan and Chocolate Chip Cookies Review + Giveaway

This past March when I attended the Natural Products Expo one of my favorite booths was the Simple Mills booth. The booth was bright, inviting and just simple. That is what I enjoy about Simple Mills. This is a company that keeps it simple, while providing a tasty product.

During the expo, I had the opportunity to sample a couple of products, and when I saw that they had a new cookie line, I knew I wanted to investigate further. I inquired to Simple Mills so that I could sample their new cookie’s and when I reached out they were generous enough to send me a their newest sweet offering.

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Whole Note Foods Muffin Mix Holiday 2016 Giveaway

Whole Note Baking Mixes – Holiday 2016 Muffin Mix Giveaway

When i think of the the holidays, I think of a potluck style meal, where everybody brings their favorite side dish.

A couple of years ago I got over zealous and made over 7 different types of bread. I searched online, pinning boards and my bread recipe collection. I ended up making a couple of pumpkin bread’s, a couple of banana bread’s, a cranberry-apple bread, and a zucchini bread. The process was laborious and as one baked, another would be loaded into the oven.

Since that holiday, each time there is a potluck, I am the “official” bread baker of the family. With the added awareness of gluten sensitivities, my once simple bread making process has changed and I end up making 1/2 of the breads gluten-free.

With my bread making duties starting and the holidays approaching, I am looking for time-saving ways to create many loafs, minus the work. One way I have learned to save time is to purchase the “base” of the bread from Whole Note Food Company, and add the fresh fruits and vegetables to the mix prior to baking.

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Pet Treater Monthly Subscription Box Review – October 2016

Pet Treater Monthly Subscription Box Review – October 2016

It is official – Meadow is 1 year old!

Since her birthday just passed I feel it appropriate to commemorate the last year of her life. In the past year she has seen the vet a couple times, she has recently discovered the dog park and other “doodles” just like her! She loves my father and my father sure does love her, and it is reflective each time I see the two of them interaction.

My favorite thing about Meadow is that she has learned that I am her human sister and when I call I always get a bark! When I saw this months Pet Treater and the theme “Barktober Fest“, it seemed appropriate with her one year of life. Continue reading →