Review: Blabla Dolls

Blabla has several products for children. I received DOLL Dog "Licorice", who is 22" tall, in the mail and I was impressed with both the look and feel of this doll. Blabla's collection includes:

Dolls
Rattles
Backpacks
Blankets
Mobiles
Clothing

All of their products are made of natural fibers, which is why they are so soft. Licorice was a hit with my niece!

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Disclosure: I received a Blabla Doll so that I could write an honest review.

Review: Sikulu & Harambe by the Zambesi River by Kunle Oguneye

Sikuli the spider and Harambe the hippo take a trip around Africa. They see a woman who needs help and Sikuli and Harambe are the only ones willing to help her. This is a wonderful story that teaches children to be helpful to others. My nephew enjoyed it a lot.

Book Information:
Sikulu & Harambe by the Zambesi River by Kunle Oguneye
NewLife Publications
9780977738243
July 2009
32 pages
$14.99 US



Disclosure: I was provided with a copy of this book so that I could write an honest review.

Review & Giveaway: Bed Bouquet

Bed Bouquet is a great product for those who love smelly good things. I'm addicted to scented candles, oils, air fresheners, etc. so I really like the idea of having a scent that is easy to smell while sleeping. I noticed an improvement in my sleep the first night we used this. I definitely had a deeper sleep experience.

Easy to use instructions:
*peel away the tab on the front of the unit to expose the fragrance vents
*remove adhesive backing and place on the mattress at the head of the mattress for a strong scent and at the foot of the mattress for just a hint of scent
*make your bed as usual

One Bed Bouquet can last up to 30 days.

With every online order, they provide a free Bed Care eBook that has a lot of great tips and ideas.

Fragrances:
Citrus
Linen Fresh
Lavender & Vanilla
Jasmine & White Rose

Bed Bouquet's site offers tips for Bedroom Design, Mattress Cleaning, Bed Bugs, and Aromatherapy.

2 of my readers will both receive a sample kit that includes 2 units each

Open to residents of the US only
Giveaway product will be mailed by the sponsor

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Disclosure: I received two Bed Bouquet's so that I could write an honest review.

On Demand

Did you know that with Charter digital, you also have free access to On Demand? Are you interested in how you can learn more at charter.net/ondemand? You can watch over 6,000 movies and shows at your own pace. I like to watch TV sometimes but I can only get into it if it's what I want to do at that moment. I want to be able to watch what I want, when I want. This is why I love On Demand. Sometimes I'm out with my girls and I don't want to have to drop what I'm doing to race home so that I don't miss one of my shows. I also don't want to miss important plot lines, so this can be a little bit of a problem for me. With On Demand, I don't have to worry about this. Charter also has hundreds of shows in HD. You can get updates and fun extras on Charter’s Facebook page. One of the best parts is that you don't have to pay for this wonderful feature, it's already included with your digital price. Say goodbye to only being able to watch your show at it's scheduled time and say hello to when the time is right.

Review & Giveaway: Connected by Nicholas A. Christakis & James H. Fowler

People that you don't even know can make an impact on your life. Sometimes it's a good thing but it can also be toxic. If you are interested in finding out how the slightest thing that someone else does can change you, I suggest you read this book.

Book Information:
Connected by Nicholas A. Christakis & James H. Fowler
Little, Brown & Company
9780316036146
Sept. 2009
352 pages
$25.99

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Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I would like to take this time to tell you about a couple of organizations that are fighting the battle against breast cancer. Cyro-Cell and the National Institutes of Health are working together by researching stem cells, in the hopes of finding a cure. I had no idea that menstrual blood is has tons of stem cells which are called C'elle stem cells. These C'elle stem cells are the main focus of research at this time.

There are two places that you can make a donation of your own: C'Elle Breast Cancer Donation
and Cyro-Cell Breast Cancer Donation

Cyro-Cell is offering $50 to the Susan B. Komen Foundation for each "Protect Baby, Protect Mom" service and $25 for each "C'elle Menstration Stem Cell" service purchased.

Have you lost someone close to you because of breast cancer? I'm interested in learning more about the advances in this type of stem cell research, how about you? I really hope that scientific research will soon produce a cure so that we don't lose the women in our lives to this devastating disease. If we can find a cure for this, maybe a cure for all the other deadly diseases will be found as well.

Review & Giveaway: Pynx by Jeffrey Greene

About This Book (copied from here):
In a distant galaxy, on a very colorful planet, a brilliant purple Pynx settles into her new home in the jungle. But her noisy arrival upsets the other fanciful creatures who are already living there quite happily. When the Pynx expands her family with dozens of new babies, her neighbors are very upset. The very vocal Pynx has had this problem before, but this time, with a little luck, she finds a real home. This is a story about being tolerant, learning to appreciate differences, and about finding ways to communicate.

My Thoughts:
My nephew absolutely adored this book. He went straight too it and made me read it to him right them. The story was very entertaining and teaches a lot of about communicating. This book gets 5 stars from me and Damien.

Book Information:
Pynx by Jeffrey Greene
Pretty Please Press, Incorporated
9780975937839
January 2008
28 pages
$15.95 US

Pretty Please Press is offering my readers a 20% discount. You can also buy 3 books and get one free!



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Rub-a-dub-dub

I've always wanted a separate bath and shower. I'm a little bit of a clean freak and I normally only soak in the tub after taking a shower. I also have to take a shower after cleaning, so this doesn't usually work out too well. If I had a separate one though, my troubles would be over. My dream house will have a Frameless Shower Enclosures with chrome clamps. The Glass Steam Shower Enclosures would be my second choice. I hope to one day purchase a fixer-upper and design every room in the house the way my husband and I want it.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post.

Review: Kaskey Kids Baseball Guys

You've heard the saying boys will be boys. It still cracks me up how true this is even for the youngest of boys. I'm not quite sure who was more excited, my nephew or his dad. Damien's dad is a huge sports fan and Damien is already following in his footsteps. He's been throwing balls ever since he was able to hold on to one.

Kaskey Kids has several different products that are great for your little athlete. I received the Baseball Guys to review:

This includes:
24 2 1/2" players
1 umpire
1 fully adjustable realistic scoreboard
28" x 28" washable felt field
10" x 6" x 5" stackable container with attached lid and handle

Cost:
$24.99

You can also purchase the following:
Football Guys
College Football
Hockey Guys
Soccer Guys & Girls

These toys have received several awards and I know they'll be a hit with the little man in your life.

Kaskey Kids is offering my readers a 10% discount by using the promo code "GoGuys"



Disclosure: I received Baseball Guys by Kaskey Kids so that I could write an honest review.

Winner: 100 Postcards

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Winner: 250 Stickers

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Review & Giveaway: ON GO Energy

So my husband and I helped a couple of friends move and luckily I had received my sample of ON GO Energy because it took us 18 hours to move everything. That's mostly because Krista and I have bad backs so both of our husbands were doing all the heavy lifting. We were all four ready to keel over and fall fast asleep when I remembered the shots in my car. I brought them in and we all four took a shot and we were able to finish moving everything. I had never tried an energy drink before but let me tell you, this works much better than a can of pop.

ON GO Energy contains the following:

Niacin

Vitamin B6

Folic Acid

Vitamin B12

Amino Acids

Taurine

Malic Acid

Glucuronolactone

Caffeine

Ginseng

Electrolytes

Flavors:

Mandarin Orange

Berry Blast (my favorite)

Lemon Lime

ON GO Energy is giving one of my readers the following:
1 mixed 12 pack of ON GO Energy
1 ON GO Mesh Trucker Cap

**This contest is also being held on my It's My Life site. There will be one winner from each blog, so make sure you go and enter over there too.**

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Sponsor will be shipping the prize directly to the winner

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Visit ON GO Energy and then leave a comment telling me something you learned or found interesting.

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+25 for voting for my nephew here
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Winners will be chosen Nov. 10th using Random.org and notified via email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen.

Disclosure: I received ON GO Energy samples so that I could write an honest review.

Review & Giveaway: ON GO Energy

So my husband and I helped a couple of friends move and luckily I had received my sample of ON GO Energy because it took us 18 hours to move everything. That's mostly because Krista and I have bad backs so both of our husbands were doing all the heavy lifting. We were all four ready to keel over and fall fast asleep when I remembered the shots in my car. I brought them in and we all four took a shot and we were able to finish moving everything. I had never tried an energy drink before but let me tell you, this works much better than a can of pop.

ON GO Energy contains the following:

Niacin

Vitamin B6

Folic Acid

Vitamin B12

Amino Acids

Taurine

Malic Acid

Glucuronolactone

Caffeine

Ginseng

Electrolytes

Flavors:

Mandarin Orange

Berry Blast (my favorite)

Lemon Lime

ON GO Energy is giving one of my readers the following:
1 mixed 12 pack of ON GO Energy
1 ON GO Mesh Trucker Cap

**This contest is also being held on my Readaholic site. There will be one winner from each blog, so make sure you go and enter over there too.**

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Sponsor will be shipping the prize directly to the winner

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Visit ON GO Energy and then leave a comment telling me something you learned or found interesting.

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+1 for connecting with me via Networked Blogs (right sidebar)
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+25 for voting for my nephew here
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+100 entries for each item purchased from my Amazon aStore (at the top of my blog). You can use those entries in any of my giveaways (both blogs). All you need to do is email me at bjhopper(at)me(dot)com your receipt and let me know how you want to use your entries.

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Termites

I've seen the damage termites can cause. Have you? If not, you should take a look at termite damage pictures just in case your home is being considered dinner for these creatures. The sooner you realize the damage, the better because termites can cause a lot of damage in a short period of time.

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Review: Nibble & Kuhn by David Schmahmann

Derek is excited because he may become partner at the law firm he works for. He's also very smitten with Maria, a co-worker. The problem is, Maria plans to marry someone else. When Derek is handed a case that he can't possibly win, he begins to panic.

This is an entertaining novel that is unlike anything I've read before. Derek is an extremely lovable character whose determination can't be thwarted.

Book Information:
Nibble & Kuhn by David Schmahmann
Academy Chicago Publishers
9780897335928
Oct. 2009
288 pages
$24.95 US

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Disclosure: I received a copy of this book so that I could write an honest review.

Review: Pocket Calendars

I don't know what I would do without my calendars. I have one that is specifically for book reviews, one for other reviews and one for a family schedule. I could really use one of those pocket calendars. That way I could have a calendar with me at all times. I really like the Lexington Academic and the Clifton Pocket Calendar. It's tough to keep up with everything and if I didn't write it down, it's probably not going to happen. Life gets a little hectic and I need some type of system in place or something important may slip through the cracks.

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Blog Tour: Ginger High by Melissa Burmester

Ginger High is a school unlike any other. The students are from another universe and possess powers beyond your wildest imaginations. Someone is using their powers for evil and this person is not afraid to kill. Several unexplained deaths cause some of the students to follow the clues and find out who is doing this before it's too late.

This is the author's first book and I'm so excited to see what she publishes next. The author is able to capture your attention and keep it page after page.



Book Information:
Ginger High by Melissa Burmester
BUy Books on the Web.com
9780741453631
May 2009
14.95 US

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Disclosure: I received a copy of this book so that I could write an honest review.

Let's Talk Business

Are you interested in running your own business? If so, MyLLC.com might be a helpful resource. This company is familiar with all the business necessities for all fifty states. This affordable option has been available for over ten years, so you can count on people who have experience in this field. I've always been interested in being my own boss. I like to be able to do what I need to do, when I need to do it. What about you? Are you interested in taking your career into your own hands, making your own hours and being your own boss?

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post.

Giveaway: 100 Postcards

UPrinting is the best place to go to when you want something done your way. Check out some reviews of UPrinting products. Are you interested in receiving 100 Postcards that you get to design?

Giveaway Prize: 100 Postcards for One Lucky Winner
Size: 4x6; Paper: 14pt Cardstock Gloss; Printing: Full color both sides
Shipping: FREE UPS Ground Shipping in the US
Eligibility: Limited to US Residents due to shipping costs.

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Leave me a comment telling me what you will use the postcards for if you are the winner.

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+25 for voting for my nephew here
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+100 entries for each item purchased from my Amazon aStore (at the top of my blog). You can use those entries in any of my giveaways (both blogs). All you need to do is email me at bjhopper(at)me(dot)com your receipt and let me know how you want to use your entries.

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Review: Anti Monkey Butt Powder

My husband and I helped some friends move last week. Well, pretty much, the two men did pretty much everything. Me and Krista were able to pack some items but we both have bad backs so there wasn't a whole lot we could do. And let me tell you, my friends have a butt load of stuff. Anyway, I mentioned to my husband that he should try out the Anti Monkey Butt because he was going to be working really hard.

When we got home and he took a shower, he was complaining about any uncomfortable spots. Normally after doing that much physical labor, he ends up with red splotches on his thighs. Luckily, I didn't have to listen to him complain too much. There wasn't anything I could do about the sore muscles besides give him Advil so I still had to hear about that. I'm really glad that this product worked for him. Do you think it would work for your husband, brother or friend?

Now they have Lady Anti Butt Monkey! I'm definitely going to check this out!



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Review & Giveaway: Bound To Shadows by Keri Arthur

Riley is half vampire and half werewolf. She has seen a lot of senseless killings bu never anything this sadistic. The party place where vampires and humans meet up to have some fun is now a spot of terror. Someone has thought up their own party. One where the party-goers loose their head, literally. Will Riley be able to track down this killer before too many more lives are lost?

I'm a huge paranormal fan. Riley is the type of bad ass chick that I want to be in some parallel universe. This is a bloody good book!




Book Information:
Bound To Shadows by Keri Arthur
Riley Jenson Guardian Series
Random House Publishing Group
9780553591163
Oct. 2009
368 pages
$7.99 US

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+25 for voting for my nephew here
+100 Make a purchase using the icon below, email me the receipt at bjhopper(at)me(dot)com and receive 100 extra entries (per item) into the giveaway of your choice. This goes for both of my blogs.

+100 entries for each item purchased from my Amazon aStore (at the top of my blog). You can use those entries in any of my giveaways (both blogs). All you need to do is email me at bjhopper(at)me(dot)com your receipt and let me know how you want to use your entries.

*Current friends/followers receive the extra points as well - just make sure you remind me in the comments*

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Winners will be chosen using Random.org on Nov. 9th and notified via email.

Disclosure: I received a copy of this book so that I could write an honest review.

To The Windows, To The Walls

The majority of the people I know are concerned about having an energy efficient home.  I want to make sure I'm doing all that I can for the environment, as well as saving money because you never know when you might need some extra cash.  Right now you can check out window replacement maryland and find out how you can save money by purchasing new energy efficient windows that are maintenance-free.  You can even choose between double pane or triple pane windows.  My biggest concern is a warranty because I don't want to shell out all that money without the security a warranty brings.  All American Sentry offers a lifetime service warranty.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored review.

Blog Tour: Author Melissa Burmester

Q & A

When did you know that you wanted to be a writer?

I have always written short stories since I could write. The first short story I wrote was about a horse and my brother did the drawings for the story. I never got to finish it. All my teachers said that I had a talent for writing and they encouraged me to improve my skills.

Who has been your biggest inspiration?

I love Agatha Christie novels.

How do you create the characters in your books? Are they based on people you know?

When I started to write Ginger High, I started a Journal and as I jotted down my ideas the characters would just come to me. Are the characters based on people I know…? Maybe, Maybe not. LOL.

What is the one book you think everyone should read?

I just read the book Restless by Wallace. The book was really good. I think everyone should read it. It is a perfect book for someone who does not like to read long books.

If you weren’t a writer, what be your profession?

I don’t know yet. I am presently taking American Sign Language and I find the class fascinating. I know that writing can be a hard profession and you may need a second career to fall back on.

If you could trade places with anyone in the world, past or present, real or fiction, who would it be and why?

Most people are expecting me to say ‘Nobody. I love my life now’ but I want to experience someone else’s as well. I have always been fascinated by King Arthur’s time. In my novel Ginger High, the World of Animist was based on that era.

If you were stranded on a desert island and could only have 3 things, what would they be?

I would need water, a lot of food, and ten people to keep me company.

What is your favorite movie of all time?

Um… not Twilight like most people would say but I love you, Beth Cooper was one of my favorites

What is the one thing that you want all your fans to know?

I love you! :D Yeah, that I love them all. Even though I don’t know them but you can love someone that you don’t know

If you could invite 5 people to dinner, who would they be and why?

Huh? Lol. Um, let’s see… I would want to eat with… Hugh Laurie, Olivia Wilde, Robert Sean Leonard, definitely Michelle Trachtenberg, and my grandparents.




Book Information:
Ginger High by Melissa Burmester
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9780741453631
May 2009
14.95 US

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Giveaway: The Amen Heresy by W.H. Muhlenfeld

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Seek And You Shall Find

I love to download different things on the internet. I have a million different wallpapers and I like to put them on random so that it will be a surprise. I figured out that rapidshare download has tons of wallpaper just waiting to be downloaded. They also have music that you can download from their site. Pretty much anything that you can you download online, including programs, games, movies and more, can be found through this search engine. They even show you how fast you can download each file, so no more wasting time with downloads that take forever. Searching the web has never been easier. What is your favorite thing to download?

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Review & Giveaway - Mrs. O: The Face of Fashion Democracy by Mary Tomer

I've always wanted to be fashionable but it's impossible for me. I'm the type of girl who forgets she's wearing a skirt and sits the wrong way, giving a free peep show. I'm also the type of girl that can only wear chunky heels. Me and stilettos do not mesh well. They're gorgeous and I would love to be able to strut my stuff like a model but I'm also the girl who smacks into cardboard cut-outs and trips over her own feet. It just wasn't meant to be.

Just because I lack in the fashion area doesn't mean that I don't appreciate a woman who can accessorize. The photographs in this book are pure art. I'm extremely envious of the way Michelle Obama carries herself. She is a true diva, in a good way.

Book Information:
Mrs. O: The Face of Fashion Democracy by Mary Tomer
Center Street
9781599952581
Oct. 2009
248 pages
$25.99 US



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Golf

I'm not really into sports. For the most part, I find them to be boring. One activity that I do like is golf. There is something relaxing about swinging a golf club. Myrtle Beach Golf would be a great way to spend a vacation. There are several Myrtle Beach Golf Packages to fit different families needs.

Myrtle Beach Golf Vacations is great because you can spend your mornings on the beach and then have a relaxing afternoon. I'm not very good at this sport but I would rather enjoy doing something than be good at it. Plus, it's a great way to reduce stress. Golf Myrtle Beach, here I come!

Blog Tour: Japan Took The J.A.P. Out Of Me by Lisa Cook

When Lisa's husband accepts a job in Japan, she thinks it's going to be a vacation every single day. Little did she know that this was going to be a new experience, one that she would rather not have. She decides to suck it up and learns to live a life that is altogether new to her. In the end she learns more about herself than she ever imagined.

This is a great read for any married woman. I know that there are many things in life that I would endure for the love of my husband. I have been tested, my husband was in Afghanistan and sometimes it takes a shock to your system to realize just how strong you truly are.

Book Information:
Japan Took The J.A.P. Out Of Me by Lisa Cook
Simon & Schuster Adult
9781439110034
Oct. 2009
288 pages
$15.00 US



Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from the publisher so that I could write an honest review.