The Rules Have Changed ~ Review & Giveaway!

The Rules Have Changed with NEW Purex^® No Sort™ for Colors Detergent!

Who out there likes doing their laundry?

I don't see a very big showing of hands.

Let's face it, none of us really does.

The sorting, the piles.....

Then making sure the piles are big enough for a

full load to save on energy and water.

 

Well, Purex^® No Sort™ for Colors Detergent is the latest laundry innovation invented to simplify our laundry routine!

Purex^® No Sort™ for Colors Detergent presents a wonderful development in Anti-Color-Transfer Technology in which loose dyes get trapped so the colors can't bleed in mixed color loads!

No more accidents, just bright. clean clothes. 

Now every load can be a full one, because different colors can be laundered together with Purex^® No Sort™ for Colors Detergent. 

Of course, you still need to use common sense, like washing new jeans and strongly colored fabrics separately a few times prior to doing a mixed load.

Purex^® No Sort™ for Colors Detergent is having a sweepstakes to kick off this new technology so be sure to click on Purex^® No Sort™ for Colors Detergent to enter!

One Grand Prize winner will receive $1,000!!

I am having a giveaway too!

One winner will receive 2 coupons each for a free bottle of Purex^® No Sort™ for Colors Detergent!!

"The Purex Brand provided me with a sample of Purex Crystals Limited Edition Fabulously Fresh in exchange for a product review. However, all the opinions expressed here are my own"

Promotion Ends: April 27, 2014

Check out some of my other giveaways too,

listed in my upper right corner. 



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Never Assume Anything ~~ Priceless!



If you've ever worked for  a boss who reacts before getting the  facts and thinking things  through, you will love  this!

Arcelor-Mittal Steel,  feeling it was time for a shakeup, hired a  new CEO. The new boss was determined to rid the company of all  slackers.

On a tour of the  facilities, the CEO noticed a guy leaning against  a wall. The room was full of  workers and he wanted to let them know  that he meant business. He  asked the guy, "How much money do you make  a week?"

A  little surprised, the young man looked at him and said, "I make  $400 a week. Why?"
The CEO said, "Wait right  here." He walked back to his office,  came back in two minutes, and  handed the guy $1,600 in cash and  said, "Here's four weeks' pay.  Now GET OUT and don't come  back."

Feeling pretty good about  himself the CEO looked around the room  and asked, "Does anyone want  to tell me what that goof-ball did here?"

From across the room a  voice said, "Pizza delivery guy from Domino's."

 

Purex in the Lead Again!

I tell ya those people over at Purex are at the top of their game! They come up with the most brilliant ideas for us.

How do they know our needs?

  

Well, they must have been reading my mind the other day when I was thinking about washing my dogs winter warmies, beds, and blankets.

LOOK!

  New Purex Fresh Pet Detergent for Pet Clothing!

Being a pet lover there's not much I wouldn't do to keep them comfy and cozy. Some detergents are just too strong for their sensitive skin, that's why I was so surprised and excited to receive this cutting edge Product in the mail.

Not only does Purex Fresh Pet promises to keep my dogs clothing bright and clean just like my families but it has Odor Control! Something I may need to try with certain other members of the family! LOL

New Purex Fresh Pet Detergent is a premium liquid pet clothing formula that is specially formulated to condition and moisturize your pet's coat and eliminate odor while they wear their favorite outfits.

I wasn't surprised when I opened it to add to the washing machine that it had such a nice clean fragrance. Not overly perfumey like some doggie colognes they make for canines. YUK!

 

Bella's t-shirt came out bright and so soft.

She curled up right away and seemed so cozy.

We've gone from Spring to the Winter that didn't show up this year. We've been having such crazy weather here. Going to rainy and colder, Bella got out of having a bath the other day. I do have to admit she smelled better even after her t-shirt came off later that day!

A big plus.  ;) 

 

 Their blankets were added to the load also.

I think Katie likes the soft smell and feel too!  

 

It's been colder at night, so Bella needed her Snuggie on.

She takes it off during the night usually, but since using Purex Fresh Pet Detergent, she's been keeping it on all night!

Another thing I noticed is that her skin isn't as flaky as usual. The Winter weather dries it out. I think Purex Fresh Pet Detergent has really helped keeping her skin moisturized.

 

Katie and her blankets - she loves to nestle even more down inside since they come out so soft and comfy thanks to Purex. Once she has made her nest you can't get her to move! And she knows she's in my chair! But at least she and my chair now smell nice :) 

 

Katie is ready to go for a walk and strut her stuff with her fresh clean coat and hat!

Katie

and Bella

show their appreciation!

*Kiss, kiss* 



''Purex provided me with a sample of Purex Fresh Pet detergent for Pet Clothing in exchange for a product review. However, all the opinions expressed here are my own.”

How come no one ever told me??

You've probably been ignoring this feature.

Most aluminum foil boxes have press-in tabs

 that secure the roll in place,

so you don't have worry about it flying out 

every time you rip off a sheet.

(Saran Wrap too)

**

You've been dispensing Tic Tacs the Hard Way

You know how when you violently shake a container of Tic Tacs into your palm it seems as though you always end up with zero or seven? Avoid that altogether by letting a mint gently glide into the tiny lid crevice.

**

You haven't been using ketchup cups to their full potential.

Instead of grabbing multiple cups of ketchup, simply pull apart at the edges for twice the space.

**

Chinese takeout containers are actually made to fold out into plates.

The containers actually are meant to unfold into a makeshift plate,

which you can easily reassemble into a box for storing leftovers.

(Never knew or noticed that.  Great Idea!)

**

Soda tabs double as straw holders.

Turn the tab around so that it acts as holder that can stop the straw from raising out of the can as the soda fizzes.

**

You probably don't realize it, but your pots come with built-in spoon rests.

**

Soft-drink lids can double as coasters.

WELL !  I'll be darned!

Who Won That T-Shirt?

This guy won that t-shirt!!

 



While watching Pit Bulls and Parolees, Animal Planet asked a question pertaining to the episode we were watching. Can't remember exactly what it was but I knew the answer. Ty didn't catch the question. I yelled at him to text the answer quick, he did and he won!!! Yippee!!

 

Just how cool is that??!!

 

 

 



5 Year Bloggerversary!!!

Believe it or not on April 15th my blog will be 5 years old!

Time flies...through good times and bad.

So many changes have happened since this blog began. I'm not the same person I was when I started. I've met so many new wonderful friends who have been there for me, especially through the roller coaster of the last 3 years.
I appreciate you all so much!
Words can't really say how I feel.
"Thank you for being my friend"

SO I have put together a Treasure Box for one special winner.

What's in the box?
Here's a peek...

Treasure! Some made by me, some not,

but all personally chosen by me!
I want you to be surprised so I can't show it all!

Just enter below and on April 15th a winner will be randomly chosen! 

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Special K Coffee House Breakfast Shakes Review

Summer is right around the corner.

Are you ready for all that heat?

And take off your sweats and sweaters?

yeh, me neither!

I used to eat better when I was younger...maybe that's what happened to my poor body!

It's definitely not ready for swimsuit weather.

 

The hardest thing for me is finding something appealing, quick, and nutritious in the mornings,

 especially since I'm not hungry until about 2 pm.

So a cup of coffee it is!

 

Sometimes I go all day until dinner without eating. Yes, the completely wrong thing to do, but it has become a habit. My days are busy and if I stop to eat, then I'm done for the day. My energy drops and I can't get motivated again. Probably because I'm eat ing the wrong things. Nacho's or toast isn't exactly the best lunch ideas. No protein equals bad planning.

 

I've tried those powdered protein shakes you can make, but with dogs jumping because they're hungry, meds I need to give them, the phone ringing, needing to check my email, well, you get the idea. No time to make a shake up. Maybe it's just laziness, but it seems once I'm up I hit the floor running and don't stop.

 

That's why I was excited to be chosen by BzzAgent to try Kellogg's Special K Coffee House Breakfast Shakes! It showed up! Yippee! 

 

 

  But Special K is coming to my our rescue! They realize just how busy we women are and that we take better care of everyone else than we do ourselves.  Special K has come up with the New Special K Coffee House Breakfast Shakes in 5 delicious flavors.

 

The Facts
These delicious shakes are less than 200 calories per serving and includes 10g of protein and 5g of fiber.
They also provide nearly 1/3rd of the daily value of key vitamins and minerals in women's often lacking diets, giving you the nutrition you need to kick start your day and help you stay on top of your healthy goals from the start.
The convenient bottles are ready to go and can travel anywhere plus contain as much caffeine as a cup of coffee!  (aw, they thought of me!)

 

My Opinion
In the Summer I like to start my morning with ice coffee, so these will be right up my alley and so much more healthier for me.
Having it all ready to just grab and drink makes it the easiest and healthiest in my book.
And I gotta have that caffeine in the morning to get that jump start!



I tried the Chocolate Mocha protein shake first (hey, it's chocolate!) I thought it was creamy, chocolate-y, and filling! I replaced my routine coffee with this shake this morning and I was very pleased. It gave me energy and tasted like a sweet coffeehouse drink but with less calories! Overall, this shake worked great for me and I can't wait to try the vanilla flavor tomorrow! 

 I thought the Vanilla Cappuccino protein shake was delicious. It did not leave that chalky after taste that I find with so many other vanilla shakes. I felt it was the perfect blend of cappuccino and vanilla flavor. I drank this over ice which made it that much better. I like the bottle size, not too small not too big. This is a perfect morning shake to go on hectic mornings when I need to get out the door. Plus, the protein and extra nutrients are an added bonus!

 

I'm a BzzAgent and I received a product sample from BzzAgent for review.

 All my opinions are my own.

30 minutes to a Clean Fridge

Another tip for Spring Cleaning

There are plenty of reasons to clean a fridge (unidentifiable leftovers, funky odors) and one big excuse not to — namely, lack of time. But you don’t need to set aside several hours to complete a basic clean out and scrub down. You can get it done in 30 minutes.


Before you start
There’s no reason to clean out your fridge the day after a big shopping trip. Pick a day just before you go shopping, when your fridge is relatively empty. For safety reasons, it’s a good idea to unplug your fridge before you start cleaning it.  

Gather your supplies: 
small bucket
small cleaning brush
terrycloth towel
sponge
new box of baking soda

Get to it
Take food from the fridge and place it on the table or counter. As you do this, check the dates and toss anything that’s expired.
Fill the bucket with warm water, and add a half cup of baking soda. (Save the rest of the baking soda — you can put the box in the fridge later to neutralize odors.) Use this solution to wipe down the empty shelves and interior with a sponge, starting from the top and working your way down.
Use a brush to clean around brackets and gaskets and to dislodge any dried food. Wipe the inside dry with a terrycloth towel.

Rearrange, reseal, restock 
Before you put the food back in the fridge, take a moment to group similar foods together. This will help you find items easier. Separate ethylene-sensitive produce (e.g., apples, broccoli) from produce that releases ethylene gas (e.g., bananas, pears) to prevent premature decay. Make sure that all containers are sealed properly and that anything wrapped is covered completely. Airtight storage will help prevent spills and spoilage. As you begin to put items back in the fridge, be careful to space food out to allow a free flow of air. Keep eggs, poultry, meat and seafood separate from all other items to help limit the spread of bacteria.  And if you’ve unplugged your fridge, don’t forget to plug it back in!

Cool Clear Water



''.........Dan can you see that big, green tree
where the water's running free
and it's waiting there for you and me,
water, cool, clear, water''

Bob Nolan,1936

My make do contraption is to try to keep the

Raccoons out of my Koi pond.



 

But Bynx has figured a way to reach for a fresh fishy drink.

Where's there a will there's a way, I guess.

 

That's probably why almost all my big Koi are missing.

Just babies left. Hoping they don't get as friendly as my larger ones did. When ever the dogs would go for a drink they would swim right up to them, probably what got them caught.

 

I hate to admit this, but each time I see Raccoon Road Kill (and there has ben more than usual lately), I cheer inside. Don't get me wrong I love ALL animals and don't wish any harm. I just wish they would leave my backyard off limits.

New Items In Shop

Just a sampling of the new Spring items

 recently listed in my Etsy Shop .

Vintage JJ Easter Bunny Rabbit Mirror Brooch



This little brooch is the cutest!

Simply sweet ♥

Rag Garland Banner - Pink Innocence

A versatile garland that can be used for photo backdrop for any event, blocking an unpleasant view, a privacy curtain in the backyard to even a curtain!

Vintage Inspired Easter Jar

Altered jar filled with pink and blue Easter eggs would look charming in a vignette, centerpiece, on your mantle. 

Vintage Thread Spool Nest

One of a kind Spring nest to add to your Spring Decorations. 

Nested Button Easter Egg

Embellished Egg with vintage buttons and trims

nestles in a nest made in a pedestal cup.

Fabric Decoupaged Easter Eggs

Elegant fabric covers these Eggs for a

sophisticated take on Easter.

There's more listed and more to come.

Pop in and find that special Treasure for that

special someone, like you!

Dragonfly Treasure

Thank you for looking ♥♥♥



Winner for Purex Crystals Limited Edition !!!



Diann T. is the winner of the 2 coupons for Purex Crystals Limited Edition!  Congratulations Diann, email me your address and I'll get these out to you ASAP! Thank you so much for participating in the contest!