Category Archives: Household Items

Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome – December 2016 Review

Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome – December 2016 Review

Now that the holidays are wrapping up and a new year dawns, I am reflective of the year past. At the end of the year I try to summarize my accomplishments, note my failures and set new goals for the year ahead.

One of my goals in the coming year is to pay it forward. I find that simple actions of kindness are becoming less common. As time goes on and if we do not keep this movement going, then generations below us will lose that common kindness. So this coming year, I am going to share my good fortune and when I receive items in boxes I am not going to use and pay it forward.

Each month when I receive the Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome by That Daily Deal.com I think of those moments of kindness that can be paid forward. Each month no theme is chosen, but rather a selection of random gender neutral items that will undoubtedly meet a need of yours or a lucky recipient.

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Charlie’s Soap: Laundry & Surface Cleaner Review

Charlie’s Soap: Laundry & Surface Cleaner Review + Giveaway

There are many chores as adults that we have to do, whether we like it or not. The great thing is that everybody has their own chore they dislike. For me, laundry is that dreaded chore, and it is not a new dislike.

The biggest problem with household chores is the chemical element. Since we have two cats, we try to make every surface in our house safe for hands and paws. Due to this, I am always on the search for healthy alternatives. When I discovered Charlie’s Soap and read the previous reviews, I knew that I wanted to give this a try for my home!

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Ralphs 5-Day Sale January 18th thru 23rd 2017

Ralphs 5-Day Sale – Hot Price Alert

January 18th thru 23rd 2017

@RalphsGrocery provided me with compensation in exchange for this sponsored blog post. However, all opinions expressed here are my own”

I have a confession – I love to save money! I wish I could say that this attitude covers only a couple of items but it is universal and all-encompassing. I seek sales, coupons whenever possible.

When Jason and I began to co-habitate we had two different shopping styles. Jason would run into the store, and see the advertised sales, ignore them and more often than not, would purchase a different item. This method worked for him, for many years – that is until he met me and I told him he was shopping wrong and leaving money at the store.

It was not instant that he adopted my way of shopping, but I am proud to say that within a year he began seeing the savings potential and coupons whenever possible.

As luck would have it Ralphs is currently running a 5-day Hot Price Alert!

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DIY Upcycled Plastic Container

DIY Upcycled Plastic Container – 10 Steps!

When you have a pets, it is inevitable that you will need small bags to clean up after them. I have been on a search for a dispenser that at the least would keep the plastic bags organized until I need them.

One afternoon, as I was depleting my pre-moistened wipes, inspiration struck and I realized with a little bit of effort, I could create a dispenser for plastic bags that would be easy and cater to my love of all things color filled.

With about a hour or two you too can have a custom plastic bag dispenser.

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Limoneira Lifestyles: Simply Lemons Giveaway

Limoneira Company: Simply Lemons Set Giveaway

During the winter holidays there are certain scents that are synonymous with the winter holidays – these can be cranberry, apples, mint to name a few.

One of my favorite scents is lemon, and while not usually associated with the winter months, it is a strong citrus fresh scent that can good any season. There is something fresh and citrus can awaken the senses and cheer a person up on an otherwise gloomy day.

In these otherwise cedar and cranberry-apple filled days, I am thrilled to be able to bring you a fresh and versatile citrus set with this Simply Lemons.

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Peaches & Petals Subscription Box – December 2016 Review

Peaches & Petals Subscription Box – December 2016 Review

To say the holidays are a busy time is an understatement of epic proportions, from Thanksgiving to New Years, the days are packed.

My favorite thing about this time of year is seeing family and friends that we normally do not get to see. We get to meet babies born, important significant others and breaking bread with loved ones.

When I saw the December Peaches and Petals boxes theme I was reminded of the approaching days since it was a “Jingle and Mingle” theme that the box would revolve around. Each items are appropriate, and useful while constantly remaining in theme.

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Simply Earth Monthly Subscription Box Review – December 2016

Simply Earth: Bring In Christmas – December 2016 – Review + Giveaway

There is no denying that essential oils are not only natural but they are useful beyond simple uses.

As anyone with cats can attest, they get on every surface and every area of your home, so it is important that the items we use to clean are safe for their paws.

When I recently read another review of Simply Earth and their monthly subscription box I was was eager to try it out myself. Simply Earth was generous and sent on of their monthly subscription essential oil box for review.

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Our Top 9 Choices for Wall Calendar’s – 2017

Our Top 9 Choices for 2017 Wall Calendars!

This post has affiliate links but this in no way will influence the post to follow and all opinions are my own.

Moms Family Wall Calendar – This is the perfect calendar for working/busy/stressed moms. Organize time, schedules and important dates with this mothers helper.

Disney Pixar – Finding Dory 2017 Calendar – I have always loved Dory, and love she has her very own calendar for 2017

Every Day’s a Holiday Calendar – As we all know, each day commemorates something and this calendar reminds us of those overlooked days (National Cheeseburger Day?)

Cat-Astrophe – features monthly memes of cats caught in questionable behavior with little remorse

Highlights Puzzles and Games 2017 Calendar – One of my favorite things about childhood was getting Highlights Magazine – I love there is a calendar.

Bad Kitties 2017 Calendar – An entire year of cats being bad – are they any other way?

Ansel Adams 2017 Calendar – This was a yearly tradition to purchase an Ansel Adams calendar for my father – these will always bring back good memories.

Game of Thrones 2017 Calendar – This is for my husband and his friends who are huge GOT fans!

Pusheen The Cat 2017 Calendar – Who does not love Pusheen the Cat and then to have a whole year of Pusheen – nothing better.

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Brentwood Home: Wellness Bundle Review

Brentwood Home – Helena and Carmel Pillow Review + Giveaway

There is nothing that I love more than pillows on my bed! Ever since I was a kid, I loved getting new pillows, while keeping the older ones. When I had slumber parties, my friend knew to bring their own pillows because I was not good at sharing.

Even today I value my sleep time, and the addition of pillows adds to the overall comfort while I am sleeping. Generally I try to get anywhere from 8-10 hours, but honestly the average is closer to 6-8, despite my deep desire for the former. Recently I received a 4 pillows from Brentwood Home for review and from the moment I opened the box I knew these pillows would be different. Continue reading →

Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome – October 2016 Review

Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome – October 2016 Review

There is no denying it – the holidays are upon us and with that comes family get togethers, meals shared, photos taken and gifts given.

If you are anything like me, I tend to like 2 types of gifts. The first being the useful ones that I have been wanting. The second is “white elephant” gifts. I have discovered that while it is great to get a heart-felt gift, there is something mysterious and random about getting a gift that may or may not have any use in your life.

The downside to this gift giving is that while the “white elephant” gifts are sometimes the best part of the holiday, the fact is it is only really once a year. At least that is what I believed until I started receiving the Monthly Mystery Box of Awesome by That Daily Deal.com. Each month no theme is chosen, but rather a selection of random gender neutral items that will undoubtedly meet a need of yours or a lucky recipient.

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