I received products from ecoTools for my review. All opinions are my own. When applying cosmetics, your tools are just as important as the cosmetics are. For the last couple of years, I have been using the same tools to apply my make-up. They were great tools when I first got them; however after a couple of years of using them, they are starting to fall apart. I decided to treat myself to new tools for Christmas. I found what I wanted at ecoTools. A passion for beauty and the environment lead Read more [...]

I received product from prAna for my review. All opinions are my own. Like most women, I am a bit of a fashionista. I love clothing that makes me feel comfortable and beautiful. I also like it when the clothing brand is eco-friendly. Both of those wishes come true with prAna. PrAna specializes in apparel and accessories for life-adventurers. They carry items for everyday journeys, climbing, yoga, hiking, and more. PrAna clothing has been created with organic, natural and recycled goods. They Read more [...]

I received product from Educational Insights for my review. All opinions are my own. If you follow my reviews regularly, you may have caught on to the fact that I like children’s products that encourage imagination. I like it even more when they don't require batteries or being plugged into an outlet. One company that fulfills my wishes is Educational Insights. For the past 50 years, Educational Insights has made it a mission to carry high quality fun and educational products. They specialize Read more [...]

I received product from Innovation Factory for my review. All opinions are my own. About a year ago, I got my husband a multi-purpose tool called Trucker’s Friend. Over the last year, my step-father has admired this tool, saying he had never seen anything like it. When it came time for me to think about a Christmas gifts for my step-father, I knew instantly that I should get him his very own Trucker’s Friend. Trucker’s Friend comes from a company called Innovation Factory. Innovation Read more [...]

I received products from Paderno World-Cuisine for my review. All opinions are my own. This year, I find myself in the mood to gift kitchen products. My entire family has been trying to eat healthier. One of the ways we are doing so is by eating at home rather than fast food/take out. We also try to prepare healthy options while at home. One company that is helping us make this change is Paderno World-Cuisine. Paderno World-Cuisine offers a full line of culinary products. Their selection Read more [...]

I received product from Yala Designs for my review. All opinions are my own. If you follow my reviews regularly, then by now you know how much I LOVE Yala Designs. I discovered Yala Designs online and then learned that they are located just a few hours away from me. Someday I WILL make the trip to go see them in person! In the meantime, I will continue shopping online. For those of you not familiar with Yala Designs, let me tell you a bit about them. Yala Designs offers chic clothing, comfortable Read more [...]

I received product from DICK’S Sporting Goods for my review. All opinions are my own. Over the summer, my husband started taking our 5.5 year old daughter and almost 8 year old daughter golfing. What was just going to be a once-in-a-while father/daughter activity became more than that. The girls really enjoyed golfing. They started to ask if they could go to the course quite often. We decided that if this was a sport they were really interested in, we should get them the proper equipment. Read more [...]

I received product from Ariat for my review. All opinions are my own. My husband is difficult to shop for. He usually asks for practical gifts. This year, he asked for new clothes and boots. I took him shopping for ideas and found that he liked the Ariat brand. Ariat offers high quality footwear and apparel for men, women and kids. The company began with equestrian wear and has expanded in popularity from there. Ariat has always focused on design, innovation and technology. They believe you Read more [...]

I received product from Plumb for my review. All opinions are my own. I have some family members who are hard to shop for. Even though they are family, we don't know each other very well. What I do know of these four lovely ladies is that they are all very driven. They have passions and goals. They are all an inspiration to those around them. For these four ladies, I wanted a gift that would show them that I believe in them and support their journeys. I decided a journal would be the perfect gift Read more [...]

I received product from The Invisible Chef. All opinions are my own. When it comes to Christmas gifts for my daughters' teachers, our mail carriers and other special helpers, I try to give them something that makes them feel good. These individuals spend so much time caring for others throughout the year and I want to make sure that they know we notice how much they do for us and that we really appreciate their time. In the past we have gifted them, coffee, gloves, and fleece blankets. This year, Read more [...]