Vita Sciences Maxasorb Vitamin D3 Cream Review #MaxasorbD3Cream

Vitamin D3 is the only vitamin that the human body can manufacture from sunlight so you would think that I get plenty living here in Texas where we have a lot of sunshine almost all year long. But since I tend to sunburn pretty easily, when I do go outside I tend to use a lot of sunscreen & stay in the shade when I can. I have never tried a product like this Vita Sciences Maxasorb Vitamin D3 Cream to get the Vitamin D that I need so I'm happy to test it & see what it will do for me!

This Vitamin D3 Cream comes in a 1.7 fluid ounce airless pump container. There are 60 doses per tube so it will last a month. Adults & Children Over 12 are instructed to apply 1 full pump to their skin once or twice each day. Children Under 12 can apply 1 full pump only once a day. Each full pump contains 1,000 IU. Vitamin D3 promotes a healthy heart, strong bones & improves your immune system. It also helps your body absorb Calcium & Phosphorus so it very important to get your daily dose. And because we all wear more sunscreen now & don't go into the sun as often, this is a great way to make sure you're covered. And I like it so much better than taking a pill!

This is a white cream with no scent. It absorbs quickly into my skin with no leftover greasy or sticky feeling. I've been applying 2 full pumps each day, 1 onto my legs & 1 onto my arms. So not only am I getting my daily dosage of Vitamin D3, but my skin is moisturized as well.

If you want an easy way to get your daily dose of Vitamin D3 without risking exposure to cancer-causing UVB rays from the sun, try this cream. It's hypoallergenic, odorless, easy to use & is Made in the U.S.A.

You can purchase Vita Sciences Maxasorb Vitamin D3 Cream on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Vita-Sciences-Maxasorb-Vitamin-Cream/dp/B00N5I469U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429816198&sr=8-1&keywords=Vita+Sciences+Maxasorb+Vitamin+D3+Cream

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I received this product for the purpose of testing and review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I personally use and believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own and are based on my personal experience and use of the product.

K2R-803 Portable Power Bank Review #k2rpowerbank

We have several of those lipstick-size portable chargers in our house but the problem is that we can usually never find one when we need one. When we're going to be away from home for any length of time, we like to take one in the car or in my purse. Or both! This K2R-803 Portable Power Bank is a portable charger that I can always find because it's a great size!

This portable power bank comes with an LED Micro USB cable, an LED iPhone5 USB cable & an Operating Manual. I like the way this power bank looks. It is blue & white with a sleek style. It has dual output so you can charge 2 devices at the same time plus a flashlight which will be really handy when we go camping or during a power outage. There are 4 blue LED lights which show the charge remaining in the power bank. 

I can't really say how long it took to charge the power bank because I plugged it in & left it overnight. When I first plugged it in, there were only 2 blue LED lights lit & the other 2 were flashing. Some time during the night, the charging was completed & the unit turned itself off. So far, I've used it to charge our Samsung tablet & Samsung phone & it still has power left. One thing that I like is that the end of the cable lights up red while it is charging & then turns blue when it is fully charged. 

This Portable Power Bank is a great size for carrying in my purse when we run errands, go to the farmers market or hang out all day at a festival. When other portable chargers run out, mine is still going! 

You can purchase the K2R-803 Portable Power Bank on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/K2R-803-Phone-Portable-Charger-flashlight/dp/B00LADNVB6/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

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I received this product for the purpose of testing and review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I personally use and believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 10% my own and are based on my personal experience and use of the product.

Alite Advanced LED Plant Grow Light Review #Alite

I don't have much of a green thumb so I can always use all the help I can get! I was really excited to get to review this Alite Advanced LED Plant Grow Light because it might actually make my plants love me!

I was expecting a grow light to be much smaller but was pleasantly surprised when this one arrived & I opened the box. The light measure 5" across & has 12 red & blue LED lights. It is heavier than a regular grow light bulb so make sure you have a sturdy socket. It puts out a wider circle of light than I thought it would but, because it is LED, it doesn't get hot or damage my plants. It has also been easy on my electric bill.

Most years we buy seedlings & plant them right into our backyard garden. But this year I had several packets of both veggie & herb seeds that I was going to try to grow indoors since our Spring weather has been really slow arriving & it still gets pretty chilly at night. I planted my seeds & decided to really test this grow light. I put several of the little pots in our greenhouse where they would get sunshine but be sheltered from the wind. I put some of the pots on a windowsill where they could get some sun each day but were sheltered indoors. I put the last few pots under this grow light in a room that doesn't get much sunlight at all. And those were the plants that showed the most progress! Even the plants that were outside in natural sunlight didn't grow as much during the same time span as the plants that benefits from this LED grow light!

Do you need extra help getting your seedlings started or have a houseplant that could use some extra love? Then this Alite Advanced LED Plant Grow Light is for you!

You can purchase one on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Alite-Advanced-Hydroponic-Garden-Greenhouse/dp/B00TT3EKD2/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

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I received this product for the purpose of testing and review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I personally use and believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own and are based on my personal experience and use of the product.

Kuuk Silicone Ice Ball Maker, Large Ice Cube Mold Tray & Popsicle Ice Molds #KuukSiliconeIceBallMaker #KuukSiliconeLargeIceCubeMoldTray #KuukSiliconePopsicleIceMolds

I've been seeing these silicone molds that make HUGE ice balls or ice cubes. And I've been wanting popsicle molds since last summer. So when I got the opportunity to review not only the Silicone Ice Ball Maker & the Silicone Ice Cube Mold Tray but also the Silicone Popsicle Ice Molds from Kuuk, I was over the moon & I couldn't wait for these products to arrive so that I could start playing with them!

I'll tell you about each of the products separately. First, the Silicone Ice Ball Maker. These come in two sizes. The small size makes 4 ice balls & the large size makes 2 ice balls. I got the large Ice Ball Maker but it's a twin-pack so I can make 4 ice balls at a time. These molds are made of BPA-free silicone, are top-rack dishwasher safe (although I've only washed mine in the sink with soap & warm water) & the ice balls are easy to remove from the molds. As you can imagine, it only takes one to chill your drink. It doesn't melt fast like regular ice cubes so you don't get a watery, diluted drink.

The Silicone Large Ice Cube Mold Tray is made of the same BPA-free silicone, is also top-rack dishwasher safe & it's very easy to pop the ice cubes out of the mold. Each mold makes 4 large ice cubes so I can make 8 of these each time. Since these are open on the top, it's easy to add little bits of flavor to your ice cubes. I added some blueberries so that when they melt (a VERY long time after you drop them in a drink) the blueberries are a little extra bit of garnish. I had some trouble getting these ice cubes to release from the molds, but after working with them for a few minutes they popped out. These can also be used for more than just ice cubes. I have added fresh herbs to the water so that I just drop the whole cube into the pot when I'm cooking to get that fresh taste.

And now for the Popsicle Ice Molds. Just like the other products, they are made of BPA-free silicone & are top-rack dishwasher safe. There are 4 molds in bright colors. Just fill them with juice or yogurt to get a cold summer treat. Add bits of fruit to make them even tastier. I made mine with lemonade & then dropped in some blueberries. The top seals really well so there is no leaking while they are freezing. And then your popsicle slides right up with no mess & you can even put the top back on if you don't eat it all. At our house, that's just crazy! Who doesn't eat a whole popsicle at once??!! As our summer gets hotter, I'm going to try some great adult versions which we call Poptails (popsicle cocktails!).

I am having a lot of fun using all of these products. It's fun to make flavored ice balls/cubes or add bits of fruit for different drinks or cocktails. And my first batch of Dirty Pirate Poptails is in the freezer right as a surprise for hubby when he gets home from work later today. And he's the one that loves that giant ice balls because they don't dilute his glass of scotch like regular cubes.

You can buy all of these of Amazon:

Kuuk Silicone Ice Ball Maker: http://www.amazon.com/Kuuk-Silicone-Ice-Ball-Maker/dp/B00R1D702U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1429727618&sr=8-2&keywords=Kuuk+Silicone+Ice+Ball+Maker

Kuuk Silicone Large Ice Cube Mold Tray: http://www.amazon.com/Kuuk-Silicone-Large-Cube-Green/dp/B00RBAT5S0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429728765&sr=8-1&keywords=Kuuk+silicone+large+ice+cube+mold+tray

Kuuk Silicone Popsicle Ice Molds: http://www.amazon.com/Kuuk-Silicone-Popsicle-Molds-Pack/dp/B00R1DE0XC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429728882&sr=8-1&keywords=kuuk+silicone+popsicle+ice+molds

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I received these products for the purpose of testing and review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I personally use and believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own and are based on my personal experience and use of the products.

Solid Stainless Steel Ice Cream Scoop by SUMO Kitchenware Review #icecreamscoop

Timing is everything! When I test a product, of course I need to take photos while I use the product. And a few days ago I just happened to be taking product photos of this Solid Stainless Steel Ice Cream Scoop in the middle of the day so..... ice cream for lunch!!

This ice cream scoop is made of solid stainless steel so it won't break or rust. It has a BPA-free rubber handle that is easy to grip & comfortable to hold. The scoop has a nice weight in my hand. The pointed tip makes it easy to dip right into a carton of ice cream. And even if the ice cream is rock hard, just run the scoop under some water. It's so much easier to use than my really old scoop with the lever on the side to eject the ice cream. And I don't have to worry about bending the handles of my spoons when I'm too lazy to look for that old ice cream scoop.

I've used this ice cream scoop a lot since I've had it. I mean, I had to thoroughly test it to write this review! And my husband didn't mind hearing "Hon, I need to test the ice cream scoop again. What flavor do you want?" So we tested it. Again. And again. The scoop worked great but I wish it was a bit larger & rounder when we're scooping dips to make big pretty ice cream cones.

This Solid Stainless Steel Ice Cream Scoop is dishwasher safe & backed by a Lifetime Guarantee. It can be purchased on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/SUMO-Desserts-Stainless-Dishwasher-Guarantee/dp/B00PTSTST2/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

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I received this product for the purpose of testing and review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I personally use and believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own and are based on my personal experience and use of the product.

#1 Premium Pet Odor & Stain Removal Spray Review #CuteandCuddlyPetSupplies

We all love our furry friends. But we don't love their odors & stains. And when you have visitors in your home, you don't want to see that scrunched up face that tells you they smell something bad. So let me tell you about this #1 Premium Pet Odor & Stain Removal Spray from Cute & Cuddly Pet Supplies.

This is a bio-enzymatic odor & stain eliminator that will penetrate deep down to the source to clean & deodorize urine stains & odors. It comes in a large 32-ounce trigger spray bottle with a comfortable finger-grip handle. This spray will not only eliminate the stains & odors left behind by your pets but will also extract the pheromones that attract them back to the same spot.

Before using this spray for the first time, pretest it on your carpet or flooring in an area that is inconspicuous. If color appears, don't use the product. The directions to use this product are: Remove any loose waste & soak up as much urine as possible. Pour 4-6 ounces of fresh water on the area & use a white towel or vacuum to soak up the water. Repeat this 2 or 3 times to dilute the urine. Now spray this solution on the area & leave it for 15 minutes. Soak up as much of the solution as possible with a white towel or vacuum then place a folded white towel on the area & place a weight on top to keep the towel in contact with the carpet. Leave it there for 3-4 hours or overnight. Then uncover the area & let it air dry. This spray works on the stain & the odor, not just covering it up with another smell.

This Pet Odor & Stain Removal Spray is a strong professional blend but is safe to use around children as well as your pets. It is non-toxic & earth-friendly.

If you've tried other stain removal products that just didn't quite get the job done, then it's time to try this one. You can purchase it on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Pet-Stain-Removal-Spray/dp/B00NWE5CPE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429640168&sr=8-1&keywords=%231+Premium+Pet+Odor+%26+Stain+Removal+Spray

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I received this product for the purpose of testing and review. Regardless, I only recommend products that I personally use and believe will be good for my readers. The opinions expressed above are 100% my own and are based on my personal experience and use of the product.

Unboxing....Birchbox April 2015 #birchbox

My Birchbox arrived on Friday. I was so excited to see it because I knew that the box was going to really pretty....but mine got squashed during its 11 day trip in the postal system **pouting** but I was still pretty excited to see what was inside.

The box is celebrating Spring & features an exclusive print designed by Rifle Paper Co. It's really very pretty. Even though the corner is squashed, I'll still keep it to use to store something else because I love the colors.

The card on top always has the product information & descriptions for everything that is included in the box.

Under the peach-colored tissue paper, I get to see a few of the products & the others are hidden in that little green box.

Birchbox always hides a couple of the goodies in the little box so it's like another little surprise when you open it.

Here are the products that I received this month:

Harvey Prince Yogini (full-size $55)

Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip & Cheek Stain (full-size $25)

Real Chemistry Luminous 3-Minute Peel (full-size $48)

Supergoop! Daily Correct CC Cream SPF 35 (full-size $32)

Temple Spa Peace Be Still Calming Face & Body Balm (full-size $29)

I can't wait to try all of these products. I've had Harvey Prince fragrances before but not this one & I've used Supergoop! before but it was an eye cream. The other brands are all new to me so I'm looking forward to using them.

Until next month....