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September 13, 2015 · 2:46 am

Mighty Mug Go, Travel Mug Protects You Against Accidental Spills-Giveaway!

With more and more time spent on our computers, tablets and laptops it is inevitable that we will have a mug of coffee, tea or other beverage around our work area. This can lead to very unfortunate and devastating consequences if drink gets spilled. Travel mugs are good but they tip easily and if you have the top open which most do it will spill when knocked over. How about a mug that did not need any fancy maneuvers to get it to stay secure in place and stay upright even if you knock into it accidentally? One that was super secure but you could just lift right up to take a sip and then place it down and it would not tip. Does that sound impossible. I am sure it does but then you have not met the Mighty Mug. Let me introduce you.

Developed by a team of industrial designers and mechanical engineers, Mighty Mug, is the world’s only Mug that grips to your desk when knocked into, but lifts naturally. Mighty Mug is powered by an innovative and patented Smartgrip Technology. Simply place Mighty Mug down on your desk and it creates a powerful airlock which allows Mighty Mug to resist accidental knocks to help avoid spills. When you lift Mighty Mug the pressure is instantly normalized allowing the airlock to release and Mighty Mug to lift naturally. You need to try it to believe it.

Mighty Mug Go comes in a variety of colors and holds 16 oz. It is BPA free, fits in car cup holders, is dishwasher safe and comes with a 100% Happiness Guarantee! I tried the Might Mug Go in Lilac and I was very impressed at how it worked. It effortlessly performed exactly as stated. It gives me such peace of mind, I am a wreck when one of my kids comes bounding in my office with the energy of a tree monkey and I have a cup of coffee on my desk. Now I don’t have to tell them a dozen times to be careful, watch out, don’t hit my cup.

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July 19, 2015 · 1:19 am

Dannon Light & Fit Tiramisu Flavored Greek Yogurt Helps Me Fight The Urge To Splurge–#IHeartTiramisu

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Dannon. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. All views and opinions are my own, and do not necessarily represent those of Dannon.”

I have to admit, I have a sweet tooth, maybe a couple of them. I often find myself craving a sweet dessert or late night snack and I don’t want to be eating something laden with sugar and calories late at night. I recently discovered Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt and it’s full of all the creamy, sweet, delicious flavor I am craving and none of the guilt. This custard like yogurt has only 80 calories and it great for breakfast, lunch and snacks. Anytime you need a little something sweet but don’t want to sideline your diet with a massive intake of empty calories, Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt is the answer.

I have been eating this dessert flavor yogurt for breakfast and snacks and I am enjoying the satisfying, rich flavor without feeling bad or beating myself up for consuming loads of sugar or calories. This yogurt leaves me feeling full and gives me the energy I need with 12 grams of protein to keep going through my busy day.

I love that it only has 80 calories and 0% fat in each 5.3 oz container. For the times you are craving something sweet or heading toward less healthy snacks,Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt can help you fight the urge to splurge on empty calories.

It really leaves me satisfied not like I’m missing something, in fact, it’s just the opposite, I feel like I should feel guilty, but I don’t have to! Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt makes it deliciously easy for me to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Let me know if you have tried Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek nonfat yogurt. If you have, let me know what you think in the comments. You can stay in the loop with Dannon on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube and the Light & Fit Facebook Page.

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July 2, 2015 · 1:23 am

The Secret of Great Fried Food Without the Fat or Calories

Do you love the taste of homemade thick cut french fried potatoes, fried chicken, mozzarella sticks, friend zucchini and more but don’t like the fat, greasy mess and calories? If so, you are going to love the Avalon Bay AB-Airfryer100. This sleek Airfryer uses Rapid Air Circulation Technology which circulates hot air with speed and precision for perfect results. Fry, Bake, Grill or Roast your food for you and your family. Its time you experienced this revolutionary way to cook your food. Dont Fry Your Food, AirFry Your Food.

This appliance is like a Mini Convection Oven. AirFryers work the same way as convection ovens, but better. The fan technology removes the fats & oils from the food, by allowing it to drip through the drip basket. It then AirFrys the food by lifting the oil and making your food airborne by coating it. It does this continuously throughout the cooking process. The result is, you don’t need to use oil. Meaning less waste, fewer calories and less guilt.

The Air Fryer uses a combination of high-speed circulation, which makes the hot air rapidly circulate within the AirFryer. All the ingredients within the non-stick food basket will be heated at once, as the heat will come in through all sides. This guarantees that with the Avalon Bay Airfryer your food will be cooked evenly due to the optimal heat distribution. The 30 minute timer lets you customize the settings to cook your favorite foods the way you want. The AirFryer turns itself off when your food is cooked and the timer dings. The AirFryer has a fully adjustable temperature range from 200-400°F.

Features:

Rapid Air Circulation Technology which circulates hot air with speed and precision for perfect results
Mesh metal basket helps provide extra crispy results.
Safety Element: 30 minute timer
Hassle free clean up with dishwasher safe parts
Stainless steel 304 heating element

With the Avalon Bay AB-AIRFRYER100 you have so many choices when it comes to cooking or reheating food for your family. The 3.2L mesh metal basket has a quick release allowing you to easily remove it. This striking red shaded AirFryer from Avalon Bay has a compact design and a stainless steel 304 heating element. The non slip feet, you can be rest assured that it will stay in place and not slip off your bench top. A unique feature on this appliance, is its top handle, which is great for carrying and storing away conveniently. For a quick clean-up this Air Fryer does come with some dishwasher safe parts.

What We Love:

We love this AirFryer because it is so sleek and secure, it does not move when cooking and with kids we do not have a safety issue. When you fry in the conventional way, it is messy and dangerous. You can not leave the frying foods unattended and there is always the risk of splattering oil burning the person preparing the food or someone nearby. Oh and you know what is amazing, you can even bake a cake in it! It’s great to have the food we love without the calories of conventional frying. If you want to try eating healthier the Avalon AirFryer is a great way to get the taste you love without the mess or calories you hate.

See our video review below to see how we made the thick cut fries pictured above:

Thick Cut Fries:

Five or Six Large Potatoes

1.5 Tbs of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Sea Salt/Pepper To Taste

This is such and easy recipe, just peel the potatoes and cut into thick homestyle fries. Put the fries in the basket and coat with extra virgin olive oil. Cook in the AirFryer for 10 minutes. Take out basket shake and return to fryer to cook 10 more minutes. Remove fries to plate and season to taste with sea salt and pepper.

Do you have an AirFryer? If so let me know in the comments. If you have any questions feel free to post them in the comments as well. I look forward to reading your comments and questions. Follow Avalon Bay on Facebook.

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June 6, 2015 · 1:13 am

Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

Recently I tried to adjust my favorite coconut oil, chocolate chip cookie recipe and substitute almond flour for white flour. The problem was the cookies spread out way too much and were like crepes. I added more almond flour and the second batch was better but still way too thin. They tasted good though, so I know if I keep experimenting, I will come up with the solution.

In my search, I did find it would be best to chill the dough and I will try that next time. In the meantime, I tried another recipe for Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies and this one used baking soda instead of baking powder like mine and I decided to try it and chill the dough. The cookies did not spread out but they did not take like a chocolate chip cookie like my first recipe. The taste and texture is more like a macaroon. They are very good, but I cannot believe there is such a huge difference in taste and texture. This recipe almost tastes like flaked coconut was added. Like I said, it is very good, just not what I would call a chocolate chip cookie. I would refer to it as a chocolate chip macaroon cookie, lol. Anyway, lets take a look at how we make these and I will update with the other recipe and post pics of the first go round on that as well.

For my almond flour, I used the Morning Pep brand that is available on Amazon. It is made from 100% all-natural Certified Gluten-Free by GFCO blanched almonds. The flour is ground very fine so it gives baked goods and sweets a rich flavor and moist texture, contains no preservatives or additives. Morning Pep Almond Meal Flour is a great source of dietary fiber, Vitamin E, protein, iron, magnesium and calcium. Morning Pep Almond Flour is considered pasteurized by the USDA and The Almond Board of California.

Almond Meal Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies (More Like A Macaroon In Consistency)

Ingredients:

- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, softened
- 3/4 Cup Brown Sugar
- 2 Teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1/2 Teaspoon of Baking Soda
- 1/2 Teaspoon Fine Grind Sea Salt
- 3-3-3/4 Cups of Almond Flour (dough was too soft with 3 cups so I added about 3/4 cup more)
- 1-1/4 Cups of Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 2/3 Cup Toasted Walnuts (Optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Use a silicone baking mat or line your cookie sheet with parchment paper.

In your mixer bowl cream the butter, extra virgin coconut oil and brown sugar. Next, add the vanilla and eggs and mix until blended.

Add baking soda and sea salt. Add the almond flour one cup at time, beat well after each addition. I felt the dough was too soft after adding 3 cups of flour and gradually added more, I would say about 3/4 cup more. Dough was still soft but not as soft as before.

Add the chocolate chips and mix until incorporated in the dough, if you are adding the nuts, add them now and mix.

Chill the dough for at least an hour. Scoop with a small cookie scoop onto the lined cookie sheet and bake immediately for 11-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Let cook and remove to baking rack to cool thoroughly. Yield about 3 dozen with the additional flour.

See our video below of the process:

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I received 2 bags of Morning Pep Almond Flour to facilitate my review. As always my words and opinions are 100% my own.

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June 4, 2015 · 10:28 pm

Peel and Julienne Your Vegetables Quickly and Easily with One Tool!

The Pridebit Julienne Peeler lets you easily peel your vegetables with one side of the blade and with the opposite side of the peeler, julienne them effortlessly. The peeler has a 2 in 1 blade that will peel even tough vegetables like squash and eggplant easily.

Food prep is easy with this versatile tool made of professional quality stainless steel that maintains sharpness even after washed in the dishwasher. The peeler comes with a handy cleaning brush to help you clean out any small vegetable peels and then you can just rinse them and put right in the dishwasher.

See our video below of it in action. You can purchase the peeler on Amazon.com. There is a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee! Let me know what you think.

I received this peeler to facilitate my review as always, my words and views are 100% my own.

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June 3, 2015 · 11:45 pm

Here’s Why You Should Try Liquid Chalk Markers-Bonus Giveaway!

Don’t you hate writing with messy, dusty, chalk that gets all over your fingers? I remember in college one professor hated to write with it, any time he absolutely had to, he would always say that he was risking getting cancer to write on the board. He was talking about the chalk dust. Anyway, with most chalk boards you don’t have many options besides using white or colored chalk. If you’re looking for an easier option, one that is colorful, neat, non-toxic, eco-friendly and FUN…I have the answer. Fun Chalk, Liquid Chalk Markers take chalk to a whole new level.

Here are just some of the benefits of these Chalk Markers:

* 8 Bright, Eye Catching Colors
* Long lasting, quick drying ink
* Clean-up is quick and easy. Simply wipe off with water and a cloth.
* It’s dust free making it a prime choice for those with asthma or allergies
* Non-Toxic, xylene-free, odor-free

Plus, FUN CHALK’s Chalk Markers are environmentally friendly and conform to all the requirements set forth by the American Society for Testing and Materials and the European Standard for Toy Safety Testing.

FUN CHALK has been tested and APPROVED by moms, kids and teachers. It’s time to let your imagination and creativity take flight. BUY our Chalk Markers now and receive FREE SHIPPING! Just click add to cart. Your purchase will be backed by a 100% money-back guarantee.

IMPORTANT: All liquid chalk is meant to be used on non-porous materials. We recommend that you test FUN CHALK on a sample or inconspicuous spot on the material you are going to use.

I recently test drove the 8 piece broad liquid chalk markers. There is a little trick to get them started. First you push down on the tip to release any pressure, then you shake it vigorously and then depress the tip while holding it on a piece of paper until you see the color filling the tip and it flows. After that, it is time for fun!

I used them on my black dry erase board and they worked great! The eye-popping, vibrant colors made leaving messages or drawing pictures really fun! You can use the markers on non-porous blackboards, mirrors, windows and plastic. Use them at your next business meeting, on your family message board, to decorate windows or whatever. The easy, wet cloth erase will make cleanup a snap. There’s also a set of 8 fine tip fluorescent colors available. You can purchase the high-quality chalk markers on Amazon.

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May 19, 2015 · 2:12 am

How To Measure Ingredients Precisely Whether Tsp., Tbsp. or ML

Whether your recipe calls for 1 Tbsp, 1 Tsp or 5 ML, you can get the exact measure you need. The 1Easylife Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons are marked with both and you will easily measure and add the correct amount of ingredients to your recipes. The spoons are stainless steel so they are super easy to clean by hand or in the dishwasher.

Unlike plastic measuring spoons these measurements are engraved into the handle so they will not wash off. They look sleek and attractive and complement any kitchen. They nest in each other or can be hung by the ring for easy, neat storage.

The spoons come in six different sizes: 1/8-tsp., 1/4-tsp., 1/2-tsp., 1-tsp., 1/2-Tbsp. and 1-Tbsp. This just may be the last set of measuring spoons you will ever buy. You can purchase them on Amazon.

See our review video below to see the details of these measuring spoons.

What do you think? We would love to hear your thoughts. Have you had plastic measuring spoons that looked yucky after putting them in the dishwasher?

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April 8, 2015 · 1:17 pm

Say Goodbye To Soggy Sandwiches For Good!

Americans consume over 45 billion sandwiches a year! Sandwiches are a great lunch option and very cost-effective compared to buying lunch out. With more people packing lunch from home, the problem of soggy sandwiches was one that needed a solution. No one wants to eat a soggy sandwich for lunch and yet that was the fate of many a sandwich by lunch time. Now you can say goodbye to the soggy sandwich for good! Perfect Sandwich is the patented, one of a kind solution to transport all your sandwich ingredients separately.

When lunch time arrives you can open your Perfect Sandwich and create a fresh sandwich from the separated ingredients. The PerfecCHILL Technology keeps your sandwich ingredients within the USDA guidelines for perishable foods of under 40 degrees F for over 5 hours at room temperature and under room temperature for a full 8 hours.

No need for plastic sandwich bags, foils or plastic wraps which are wasteful and bad for our environment not to mention costly. The BPA free, Perfect Sandwich container is dishwasher safe and durable so it will last for years! You can also use it for more than sandwiches adding to the versatility and expanding lunch options. You can visit No More Soggy Sandwich on Facebook

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March 26, 2015 · 12:39 pm

Easy Easter Treats To Make With Kids

Is it wrong to dip tender, sweet marshmallow Peeps in melted chocolate? If it is…I’m guilty! I wanted to share how much fun we had with colorful Peep Bunnies and Chicks, some sticks, sprinkles, decors and our imagination. There are so many fun things you can do with Peeps but making Peeps Pops has to be near the top of the list.

So easy and you can decorate and make a nice centerpiece for a dessert buffet with them. Just melt your chocolate and put your Peep on a stick and let your imagination run. You can dip them totally and sprinkle with decors and sprinkles or you can dip just the bottom of the chicks so it looks like a nest.

Whatever you decided this is a fun and tasty Easter project the whole family can take part in! So grab some Peeps and get read for some dipping and sprinkling in the kitchen festivities. With Peeps, chocolate and sprinkles…you can’t go wrong. Later Peeps (sorry couldn’t resist).

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March 8, 2015 · 3:58 am

The Original Kit-Cat Clock -Made In The USA

Why have just a regular clock, when you can have one that filled with whimsy and personality! The Kit-Cat Clock is over 80 years old and still made in the USA! Born in 1932 they are still going strong today and it’s estimated a new Kit-Cat Clock is purchased every 3 minutes.

I recently had the great pleasure of reviewing this adorable feline time-keeper.

Our black Kit-Cat Clock has a very classic look that makes my whole family smile. The pendulum tail and moving eyes really make this clock the Cat’s Meow!

The Classic Black is timeless but if you want to mix things up, they make the Kit-Cat Clocks in other colors and styles.

There’s even a smaller version called the Kitty-Clock and clock stands so you can keep one on your desk or anywhere you can’t or don’t want to mount it on the wall. There’s also a Lady Kit-Cat Clock with Pearls and glamorous eyelashes.

For the true Kit-Cat Connoisseur, you can check out accessories the sell like the Kit-Cat Earrings and Necklace. They even have limited edition clocks with changeable bow ties and gift sets of a clock and earrings.