Exciting news for all those ToyTainer fans!

This is a sponsored post that does contain affiliate links.

I am sure everyone remembers my post about ToyTainer, the super cool toys which encourage cleaning up and organizing their toys. Each toy also doubles as a place to store toys! Now that is brilliant!

Remember now? 

These things are a HUGE hit in our home. Everyone who steps foot in the house is asking about them! Well up until very recently you could only get the ToyTainer toys at Target but now we can go to one of the biggest online marketplaces, Amazon.com

All the ToyTainer products can now be found HERE

Although this post is sponsored, all opinions are my own.

Restaurant.com Mother’s Day Gift Guide + Pintrest Sweepstakes

I received a Restaurant.com gift card for the purpose of this review. 

This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own.

MAKE MOM’S DAY 

Complement a Restaurant.com Gift Card with any of these suggested gift ideas! 

This Mother’s Day, Restaurant.com, the nation’s largest dining deals site and trusted source connecting 

restaurants and diners nationwide, has handpicked delicious dining experiences and gift ideas for every 

budget and compiled them into an exclusive Mother’s Day Gift Guide. There’s even an added “What 

Mom Means To You” sweepstakes bonus! 

Simply pair any Restaurant.com Gift Card with one of these gift ideas for the ultimate dining 

experience and Mother’s Day treat: 

 1. The Blooming Role Model: “Mom always taught us that beauty is all around us, and she is our favorite example.” 

 Vibrant blooms are the perfect way to say "Happy Mother's Day" to your very special mom. Surprise mom with a whimsical bouquet of flowers and a Restaurant.com Gift Card. 

2. The Spa Lover: “For the one who always pampers others, now is the time for mom to pamper 

herself!”

 Help mom discover the serenity and relaxation she needs with a spa treatment, followed by
lunch at a tasty new restaurant using her Restaurant.com Gift Card.

3. The Wine Enthusiast: “For the mom who deserves her own time out!” 

 Pair her favorite bottle of wine with a Restaurant.com Gift Card! Treat mom to the ultimate
Mom’s Night Out. 

Make sure to check out Specials by Restaurant.com for more Mother’s Day gift ideas or to create your 

own memorable gift for mom! 

“WHAT DOES MOM MEAN TO YOU” PINTEREST SWEEPSTAKES: 

• In celebration of Mother’s Day, Restaurant.com launched the” What Does Mom Mean To You?” 
• Pinterest Sweepstakes being held Monday, April 28 – Sunday, May 11. 
• Five (5) winners will be randomly selected to win a $500 Mom’s Night Out Package. 
• Sweepstakes Giveaway Details: http://rst.cm/w8w64 

RESTAURANT.COM IS SOCIAL: 

• Twitter 
• Facebook 
• Google+ 
• The Dish 

ABOUT RESTAURANT.COM: 

The only thing better than going out for a great meal, is getting a great deal. Restaurant.com has been 

filling tables since 1999 and is the destination for dining whether you like to plan ahead or find a meal 

on the fly. The deals are easy to use – present the certificate to the server on a mobile device, or print 

out a copy and voilà – the savings will be deducted from your final bill. Bon Appétit! 

I received a Restaurant.com gift card for the purpose of this review. 

This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own.

And it just keeps getting easier! plus GIVEAWAY! :)

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So now a days everyone is just SO busy and always on the go. I don't know about you but I am always looking for ways to make my days easier. I feel like I am swamped with housework, day in and day out! My dreaded "chore" is LAUNDRY! With a family of 5 it seems to just keep on piling up no matter what. What is your dreaded chore?

Well if you are like me I have just tried a new product that cuts the time on that laundry and boy oh boy am I excited! :) No more sorting, yes you read that right,one less step to get that laundry done!

NEW Purex® No Sort® for Colors detergent is the latest laundry innovation from the Purex® brand designed to simplify your laundry routine. Purex® No Sort® for Colors detergent features a breakthrough Anti-Color-Transfer Technology™ which traps loose dyes in the wash and reduces color bleeding accidents in your mixed color loads leaving your clothes bright and clean.  

I know even the best of us have done it and put those new dark skinny jeans in a load of colors and ended up with EVERYTHING tinted blue?! Or that red shirt that sneaks in your load of whites, Surprise! Now we have pink! Never again Thanks to Purex.

I am so excited that I am going to do my VERY FIRST giveaway! Yay! Who doesn't LOVE giveaways?! I am going to choose not 1 but 2 lucky winners for a coupon for a FREE bottle of Purex No Sort laundry detergent. You can try this great detergent for FREE! Everyone LOVES free! :) 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Enter below and share with your friends!

Don't forget to enter the NEW Purex No Sort for Colors Detergent Giveaway on the Purex website where a grand prize winner will win $1000 and a year supply of Purex No Sort detergent! I gave you extra entries to my giveaway just for entering, how sweet?! 

Good Luck everyone:)

I received compensation in exchange for writing this review. 

Although this post is sponsored, all opinions are my own.

Want natural looking coverage from your foundation?!

 Studio Gear Hydrating CC Cream

This is a sponsored post that does contain affiliate links.

Studio Gear Cosmetics is a cosmetics brand featuring a full collection of professional makeup brushes, revolutionizing complexion formulas, and a wide selection of color products for the eyes, cheeks, and lips. Since 1996, Studio Gear has been on set at hundreds of professional photo shoots, it can also be found in the beauty departments of Bloomingdales, Macy's, Dillard's, HSN and ULTA. This is a line created true to the concept that every woman deserves professional, high quality cosmetics at a reasonable price.

I have a TERRIBLY AWFUL time finding makeup that I like. Everything is either not enough coverage, feels cakey, rubs off, blocks my pores and results in nasty breakouts. I have been a bit weary of the CC creams as I always thought they were similar to tinted moisturizer and I prefer more coverage. 

Studio Gear Hydrating CC Cream provides GREAT coverage and feels "barely there". I got it in "Natural" and was actually really relieved that they do not have it in 87 shades because if you are anything like me I can NEVER find the right shade. I was a bit nervous that it would be similar to most and off a shade or two but it looks very natural on me. I was very surprised on how smooth and even it went on but yet covered well. My face is a very uneven skin tone so I am always worried about my makeup blending well and this ladies was perfect! It seriously feels so great on my skin, it feels as light as moisturizer but gives me what I need. I consider this a win in my book. :)

Here is a picture with me using the Studio Gear Hydrating CC Cream..

What do you think? 

Now not everyone is even familiar with what a CC cream is so let me go over just some of the key benefits of the Studio Gear Hydrating CC Cream. Did you know that the Hydrating CC Cream not only transforms but it also enhances your complexion in an incredibly light, smooth formula. This foundation simultaneously fights aging, retains moisture, and covers and treats blemishes with a non-oily, radiant finish.  This CC cream is a unique formula using micro encapsulated pigments which offer up to 72 hours of hydration, 72 hours?! That is THREE whole days! Crazy right? Wait there is more, it prevents wrinkles and fine lines with collagen building ingredients, restores your skin elasticity, and brightens and illuminates your skin with non-oily, complete coverage every time.  Yes, this is make up that is GOOD for your skin.

Studio Gear is offering a great discount to me readers so you can experience the Hydrating CC cream for yourself. You can go on their website, Studio Gear Cosmetics Hydrating CC Cream and enter your discount code of  bloggercc at checkout for 10% off. 

I received compensation in exchange for writing this review. 

Although this post is sponsored, all opinions are my own.

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Who doesn't love to bowl?!

Let's go bowling! 

Bowling is a great activity for the entire family to enjoy together. A great way to get everyone up and moving, being active regardless of the weather.

  Bowling actually has quite a few benefits for children that most people are not aware of  such as hand-eye coordination skills when rolling the ball towards the specific pins/pins. Bowling helps develop balance when delivering the ball and patience when waiting for her/his turn to try. Teamwork is important in the development of a youth and bowling is at the top of the list.  When a child is on a youth bowling league, or just playing with family for fun that child will learn what it means to be a team member and how important they are to the rest of their team.  They will learn the score they have, no matter what it is, can help the team win, and it is important.  There is no member of the team that will be sitting on the bench if they are not doing well, unlike most sports now a days.  A youth likes attention, whether it is good or bad.  In bowling when a child is up to bowl, the attention of the audience is on them each time they are up to bowl. It is simply exciting to anyone. Myself included. ;)

I have recently come across the "Kids bowl Free" program. The program is away for bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer without worrying about the cost. Kids whose age does not exceed a limit by a participating bowling center in your area, all centers vary, are eligible to register for 2 free games a day, YES, EACH and EVERY day, all summer long, courtesy of the participating bowling centers along with the schools and organizations working together as a team.

There is centers all over the USA and even in Canada. I was very suprised with how many bowling alleys are participating. Check your area, HERE

It is a very simple form to complete and that is it, you are ready to bowl the summer away,completely free of cost. That is a value of over $500. They do offer a deal to add two adults to bowl all summer long every day, 2 games a day for only $25. What a great deal?!

Hurry on over to get your children signed up for the "Kids Bowl Free" program and choose the alley of your choice in your local area. Kids Bowl Free If you have any question I can definatly try to help you out, I have signed up my 3 children already for tons of summer bowling to come. :)

You can add them on Facebook or Twitter as well.

Stuart Stripe Review

This is a sponsored post that does contain affiliate links.

I received this product from Educational Toys Planet, they have such a great array of products that promote fun learning. Check out what they have to offer, Educational Toys Planet

This is part of their sewing and knitting toys they have to offer, interested in more, Sewing and Knitting toys. They offer learning toys from birth- 10+ at great prices. Normally you think learning toys and think expensive, not at Educational Toys Planet. They understand that it is important to be able to provide fun learning for your children without breaking the bank.

Meet Stuart Stripe..

 He is an adorable sock craft that when finished he is a little stuffed zebra sock doll. Perfect craft idea if you have creative little ones in your life. This project is one that they create from beginning to end. The set comes with a pair of black and white striped socks, embroidery thread, a needle, stuffing and assorted buttons.

 It does say on the box for over 8 years but all three of my littles helped with it, ages 4,6, and 10 and had a BLAST! It is a very hands on project and I think that was the most enjoyable part. It teaches different skills in sewing such as threading the needle, cutting, sewing a button, to actually sewing it all together. My only complaint on this project was the thread, it was embroidery thread so it was difficult for the little hands to work with, otherwise I recommend everyone with creative little ones to give him a try. Once complete you can give him any name you choose and he is sure to be a great snuggler and BFF.

You can find Stuart Stripe here, Stuart Stripe Zebra Sock Toy Craft Kit

Head over to their Facebook to like them and see their new products as they are released, Facebook

I received compensation in exchange for writing this review. 

Although this post is sponsored, all opinions are my own.

I have been nominated - Liebster Award

I have been nominated for the Liebster Award thanks to the amazing Heather over at Capturing the moment

The award has three parts:

1. Answer the interview questions from the nominator.
2. List 11 random facts about yourself.
3. Nominate other blogs that are just getting started.

Here is my interview:

1. How long have you been blogging and why did you get started? I started about a year and a half ago but just got serious a few months ago.
2. What is your favorite recipe of all time? Seafood Alfredo, like from Olive Garden. Olive Garden at home
3. Are you a part of any public groups? I am not but would love to become a part of some.
4. What was your favorite show growing up? Full House, Boy Meets World, and Saved by the Bell. Old school baby, haha.
5. Do you have a favorite Holiday? If so, what do you like to do during that holiday? Christmas, We have tons of things we do. We bake cookies, decorate, go see Christmas lights, Elf on the shelf, I love everything about it!
6. Do you have a secret talent that no one really knows about? What is it? Computers, I have no formal training but can pretty much fix or do anything if I try.
7. If you could be any place in the world, where would that be? Anywhere with my family! :)
8. Is there someone in your life that you would like to recognize here? My hubby, he makes me what I am today. He supports  every new crazy venture I think up.
9. What do you like to write the most about on your blog? My favorite would have to be product reviews, I LOVE finding new products and brands that I love and telling the whole wide world.
10. What is your favorite food to splurge on? Candy! I have an AWFUL sweet tooth. I could not live without candy.
11. What restaurant do you like the most when you go out to eat? Red Robin, it is so kid friendly for an adult restaurant.

Random facts about me :

1. I am only five feet tall, most people think I am a teenager.
2. I do not drive, never have, probably never will. I have anxiety about even being in cars.
3. I am a true blonde but color my hair every shade of blonde imaginable.
4. I am a very picky eater. I do not eat onions, mushrooms, peppers, lunch meat, mustard,  etc.
5. I cry for every emotion, If I am mad, sad, happy, excited or proud, I cry.
6. I have the worst memory ever, I forget everything.
7. I have lived in PA my entire life and only ever visited 4 other states.
8. I am 29 years old and still undecided on what career I would like to pursue.
9. I am addicted to diet pepsi, I have drank it for years and drink it every day, all day.
10. I am very shy but once I am comfortable with someone you would never guess it.
11. I hate talking on the phone. If I can not text or email you, chances are we rarely communicate.

My Nominees:

Stumbling Along

Denise Designed

Maj Hoff takes a wife

Style Island

Sincerely Sara D

The Household Hero

Stacie's Place

Fern Avenue Blog

Wise Women Montreal

Mom Upside Down

Naptime is the new Happy Hour

Here are the rules:

1. Thank the blog that presented you this award and link back to their blog (done!)
2. Answer the questions asked by your nominator, give 11 random facts about yourself. List 11 questions for your nominees. (done!)
3. Nominate several blogs that you feel need the recognition that have fewer than 1000 followers. Contact the blogger to let them know they have been selected by email, commenting on a post, Facebook, etc. (done!)
4. Upload the Liebster Award image to your blog. (done!)

Question for my nominees:

1. How long have you been blogging and why did you start?
2. What is your favorite thing to write about?
3. Do you have an absolute favorite blog, please share.
4. What is one piece of advice you would share with a brand new blogger?
5. What is your go to quote?
6. Where is your favorite place to be?
7. What is your favorite dessert recipe?
8. If you could be anything in the world, what would it be?
9. Everyone has a "I wish I knew that then" moment, what is yours?
10. Who is your idol?
11. If you only eat one food item the rest of your life what would it be?

Check out some other posts that I have done on my blog, I left some links below. Stay tuned, I have tons of awesome stuff arriving to the blog!