Torani

 
  Did you ever get tired of the usual cup of coffee and wish that there was something you could add to it for a unique taste?  How about a way to add some holiday cheer to your warm beverage of choice?  Torani offers syrups whic are available in sugar-free and regular varieties.  They are flavored syrups that you add to coffee, tea, hot cocoa, and can even use in baking.  We love experimenting and have found that the different flavors that Torani offers can create a truly unique bar of fudge.  We experimented with gingerbread, pumpkin, and french vanilla.  You can use any recipe for fudge and add a touch of the Torani syrups for a festive treat.
  I think that warm beverages really bring us together, not just around the holidays, but just in general.  We can strike up a vivid conversation and really get to know each other over a cup of coffee.  So, imagine if the unique flavor of the coffee was actually the subject matter at hand.  That would be different and fun at the same time.
  She Speaks allowed our group to get together and have some fun with Torani syrups.  We came up with some fudges, cakes, and coffee drinks that really shouted holiday spirit.  If you would like to get involved with the flavored syrips that create some fun and creative moments, then check them out at the website link below...
http://shop.torani.com/?gclid=COXa2eiJp7QCFUWo4AodwTUARg



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  Since 1925, 3rd generation family-owned Torani has been crafting great tasting flavored syrups that coffeehouses use to make their flavored drinks taste so delicious. With over 120 flavors in Regular and Sugar Free varieties, Torani flavored syrups are perfect for flavored lattes, mochas, coffees, cocoas, Italian sodas, teas, lemonades, cocktails and smoothies. Coffeehouse professionals choose Torani flavors because they are expertly crafted and made with the highest quality ingredients, like natural flavors and pure cane sugar. The Sugar Free flavors have no calories and are sweetened with Splenda. Now, Torani flavored syrups are widely available at retail so you can easily create authentic coffeehouse quality drinks at home.

Language learning programs for kids

  There are so many ways to get your child involved in learning a new language.  The trouble is finding a way that is also "fun."  Some language learning programs for kids can be boring and difficlut to understand, but Dino Lingo has everything you need to get your child on track to beging learning a new language. 
  We decided  to watch a clip on Dino Lingo for learning to speak Spanish.  First, we got to learn about animals.  The two dinosaurs say hello to each other and then they fly up in a hot air balloon.  The dinosaurs say what the Spanish word is for the animal pictured and also pronounce it.  So, your child is learning how to say words from hearing them and seeing how they are spelled.  Through repetition, your child learns how to pronounce the words and can place the word with an image.
  The clips are fun, funny, and cute.  I would recommend Dino Lingo because it is by far the most fun and easiest way to teach your child how to speak another language.  The other bonus is that there are so many different languages available.  The Dino Lingo Collection would make a great gift this season and your child will have fun learning and playing at the same time! We could not help but smile and laugh through the entire clip because it was a lot of fun!   We viewed this clip complimentary through Influenster, for Spanish below...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vz5SLt5u4Oc&list=PLlBlltNtETtTjhsO8ERGRcYz5uj8IaLaJ&index=4&feature=plpp_video

Kiss Ever PRO Lash Starter Kit

  I know that I have had many occasions where my lashes would clump and I would feel horrible.  I would seek full, rich lashes and just not get the results I wanted.  Thankfully, Kiss came out with the Ever PRO Lash Starter Kit.  You have an applicator, adhesive and lashes, and a smile on your face.  The kit is so easy to use and the lashes are made from 100% human hair. The adhesive is latex-free glue and lasts up to 24 hours.  I love that these lashes are so full and look so wonderful.  I was very weary about using a product like this, but the use of these lashes has solves so many problems, like lashes that clump from mascara and lashes that look dull.  These lashes will definitely bring out the most in your eyes.  More product information can be found at their website...
http://www.everezlashes.com/home

  I was able to try this product thanks to Influenster in the Beauty Blogger '12VoxBox.  I love being selected for a VoxBox, receiving the box, opening it, and sampling the products that were in the VoxBox.  I love trying new products and giving my opinion on these products.  Do you want to see what other Influensters have to say?  Check out this link...
http://www.influenster.com/review/kiss-ever-pro-lash-starter-kit

Boots No7 Beautiful Skin

  Have you ever tried a skincareregimen that just didn't deliver the results that you were seeking?  Have you ever done a skincare regimen that seemed like too much work?  Well, Boots No7 Beautiful Skin has come up with a better solution. No7 has cut down on a  lengthy skincare regimen and still managed to attain the desired results in Beautiful Skin. You can get radiant skin in 14 days with only two steps to follow.  You cleanse, then you moisturize... easy as pie.  I think that we could all use some more time to do other things and also get the best look we can.  Are you still not sure that
Boots No7 Beautiful Skin has the products for you?  Check out their website for more information...
http://www.shopbootsusa.com/

  Infuenster is a great source for not only receiving products to test out, but also to hear what others have to say.  When I qualified for the VoxBox, I was sent a number of products to try and then review what I thought about these products.  I had the ability to answer questions for other Influensters and aslo seek answers myself.  This product is part of the Beauty Blogger '12VoxBox.  You can find out what other Influensters think of the product here...
http://www.influenster.com/reviews?search=Boots+No7+

Not Your Mother's Smooth Moves Frizz Control Hair Cream

  Let me just say that as much I love my hair, it can also drive me crazy.  I have tried so many products that have not delivered the results I was looking for.  My hair is naturally wayy, but it also gets frizzy just because it wants to make me work a little harder.  I have tried products that left my hair more frizzy, too heavy, too greasy, and smelling awful.  The Not Your Mother's Smooth Moves Frizz Control Hair Cream has given me everything I was looking for in one tube.  I wanted my frizz gone... problem solved.  I wanted my hair to look shiny... done.  I wanted my hair to feel flowing... it is.  I wanted my hair to smell good... you better belive it.  I am so glad that the Not Your Mother's Smooth Moves Frizz Control Hair Cream was in my VoxBox for me to sample becuase now I am hooked.  The product is unfused with coconut and silk extracts and has a whole line of hair products that are intended for making your life that much easier when it comes to dealing with stubborn hair.  You can get more information at this link...
http://www.nymbrands.com/

  I received the product in the Beauty Blogger '12VoxBox.  I am a member of Influenster and if selected, I get to sample products in a themed VoxBox.  Many products I have not heard of, such as the Not Your Mother's product line.  I have the opportunity to try the product, then share reviews on what I sampled.  I love it the whole process!  In fact, you can read more reviews from other Influensters here...
http://www.influenster.com/review/not-your-mothers-smooth-moves-frizz-control-hair-cream

Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin

  How many times did you sacrifice doing things because it takes to long to style your hair? I know I have missed out on things with my long locks.  So, Goody has solved this dilemma with Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin.  You can put your hair in a bun, a side bun, or a double bun.  Best of all, you can get the color that matches your hair shade and it does the work of 20 bobbies... amazing!  I love being able to put my hair in a bun to keep it out of my face, as well.  Want some more information?  Check out this link and see what the Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin is all about!
http://www.goody.com/

  I received Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin thanks to Influenster in the Beauty Blogger '12VoxBox.  They sent me a box filled with many different products to try.  I had never heard of this particular product before the VoxBox, but had used other Goody products.  I am so glad that I was chosen for the VoxBox because I really like the Spin Pin.  Want to read more Influenster reviews?  Check out this link and see what others have to say!
http://www.influenster.com/review/goody-simple-styles-spin-pin

NYC New York Color IndividualEyes Custom Compact

  Did you ever wonder where each color in the eyeshadow compact goes?  Voila!  The NYC Individual Eyes compact has everything listed.  It makes all the difference in the world where you put each shade on your eyelid, so lets make sure we do it the best way to get ultimate results!  I love the shades and I love the brand!  Most of all, I love the prices.  You can get a variety of colors and shades at a great price point.  I love how the eyeshadow feels and how well it blends.  I am especially thrilled with the metallic colors!  Want more information?  Check out the website...
http://newyorkcolor.com/

  I received the product thanks to Influenster in the Beauty Blogger '12VoxBox.  It is a great way of trying out new items and reviewing those items to others.  I am so thankful I was selected and I was thrilled with this eye shadow compact!  I love greys and metallics, so these colors met all of my expectations and then some!  Check out some more Influenster reviews here...
http://www.influenster.com/review/nyc-new-york-color-individualeyes-custom-compact

Bath & Body Works Fall Mini Candle

  It's the season for baking, hot drinks, and snuggling up with friends and family.  The words that I amways incorporate into Fall are warm, cozy, soothing, and CANDLES!  I have to say that  the Bath & Body Works Fall Mini Candles deliver all of the above words.  The thought of a candle called "Cider Lane" had me excited right off the bat!  I think that the idea of a mini candle is a terrific!  You can place many mini candles around your home for a truly delightful Fall scent sensation.  It is the ambiance of a home that is brought about by the scent of a candle.  I love going into a Bath & Body Works and brwosing the candle section... Not only do I bring home some mini candles for myself, but hint, hint... they make great gifts!  I think that a candle can truly make a home smell like a particular theme and Bath & Body Works Mini Candles are mini and mighty.  Don't underestimate the size... they deliver the results you are seeking and at a great price!  Check out what is available in the fall mini lineup...
http://www.bathandbodyworks.com

  How about some more information and reviews from others who have a love for Bath & Body Works Mini Candles?  See what other Influensters have to say on the review and Q&Q sections...
http://www.influenster.com/review/bath-body-works-mini-candles

  I had received Cider Lane as part of the Beauty Blogger '12VoxBox.  I love Influenster because you never really know what you will get in a VoxBox, but you are always a happy camper when you get the chance to open it up and see all of the goodies inside!

 

Beauty Blogger VoxBox

  Have you ever wondered what kinds of new items are out there to try?  The Beauty Blogger VoxBox from Influenster was a fun and wonderful way for me to see what's new.  The Beauty Blogger VoxBox had numerous products in it, such as...

-NYC New York Color Individual Eyes... I received the Limited Edition Dark Shadows colors, which are metallic grey metallics.  I have to say that the colors were perfect for me because they go with any outfit and they really bring out the color of my eyes.  There are six colors in all and they are listed according to what part of your aye lid they are to applied to... foolproof and awesome!

-Kiss Ever Pro Lashes Starter Kit... I had never trued appliable lashes before, but the kit made them easy to install.  Ther made from 100% human hair and they look so full and lush.  You just apply the adhesive for 30-60 seconds, then use the applicator to apply the lashes along your lash line.  You hold them there to set and voila... easy as pie... and no clumping!

-Bath and Body Works Mini Candles...Cider Lane scent is so warming.  I love the fact that the candle is small because I can try many new scents offered.  I am hinting that the price is right for the candles and you will want to buy lots of these minis.  They make great gifts and give your home such a warm, cozy feeling, that it feels like time to make some homemade pies and cuddle up with a warm beverage and relax with friends and family.

-Eboost... Energy and Immunity in a simple packet.  I am a huge fan of all-natural products and firmly believe that they are better for your body.  Now is the time of year for germs via colds, so we all need a boost... specifically an Eboost.  Just pour the mix in a cup, add water, and stir.  Then you can drink that orange beverage that helps keep you in top notch immunity to keep you going.

-Not Your Mother's Smooth Moves... I can't stand hair frizz from the harsh weather and from the static from a warm sweater.  Thankfully, there is a great product that you apply to your towel-dried hair.  You won't have to worry about frizz now because this product works like a charm to tame your mane.  I love that it has silk and coconut extracts in it... how cool is that?!

-Goody Simple Styles Spin Pin... You can save time for other things thanks to this quick device.  All you have to do is twirl your hair and spin the spiral pins.  Your hair should n't have to take forever to style and these pins give you three possible looks...bun, side bun, or undone bun.

I am glad that I was selected for the Beauty Blogger VoxBox from Influenster and I hope that you seek these products out because they all have wonderful benefits for the holiday season in one way or another! 

Have you ever heard of Influenster?  Have you ever been part of a community?  Have you aver wanted to try new things?  Have you ever wanted to review things and have your voice heard? 
  Influenster has all of these things wrapped up in a special box... the VoxBox.  The VoxBox is a perk for being a member and contributing to the site and the community.
  I love to tell others about things and I love to have a conversation around what items work and why others don't.  The old Influenster site was good, but the new site is even better.
  There are gauges that show exactly where you stand versus fellow community members.  The numbers change based on your activity level.  You can earn new badges and get rewarded with VoxBox invites.  There are ways that you can review products by sharing the product sites on social networks, blog about the items, and even submit YouTube videos.  The Influenster community allows you to focus on the things that mean the most to you and learn about the things that you may be unfamiliar with.  If you have not checked out Influenster yet, you absloutely have to!!
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Beauty... Csometics... Fragrances... Lotions... I love them all!!  I love to stand out in a crowd and I love to tell others about the goods that I have discrovered.
  I think that cosmetics allow us to describe who we are to others.  The darker shades might say that we just watched Twilight and the neon pinks might say that we just listened to a Twisted Sister album.  Either way, cosmetics allow us to depict how we are feeling to others. I think that wearing makeup is like playing dress-up for big kids and I am always a kid at heart.  I can't wait for the latest and greatest colors and textures to come out.  When it comes to eyeshdow, I like the glide of a cream and the soft feel of a powder.  I like to blend and sweep and I like to bring out the color of my eyes.  I also like different shades of lipcolor... I have fair skin, so just about everything stands out.  I think that the color wheel was invented for someone like me.  I can honestly say that if cosmetics went way, I would be very sad and feel blah... thankfully, companies keep coming out with great new items, so keep looking for what I try soon enough...

 

  Anyone like Hamburger Helper?  I think that we all need a hand with dinner and the helping hand of choice is Hamburger Helper.  There are so many new varieties that have been intorduced, compared to what was available years ago.  You can introduce your family to Italian and Asian foods with the help of Hamburger Helper. 
 Have you ever tried it with ground chicken?  I can tell you that ground chicken and Hamburger Helper make for a great meal.  It is a wonderful alternative to ground beef that your family just might enjoy.  I think that we get stucck in a rut with the same old meals.  So, it might be a great chance to try not only a different kind of meat, but also some different HH varieties!  Enjoy!

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The Original Dish Drying Mat

I have always been looking for a better way to dry my dishes and I can tell you that I have gone through some paper towels and dish cloths.  I love to entertain and I also love cooking for the family.  It seems like there are always dishes to be dried.  I get so worried whan I pull out the delicate glasses and my favorite dishes... of course, also the most delicate.  The Original Dish Drying Mat is a great way to keep you counters in great shape and keep your glasses, dishes, and other serving items safe from breakage, but dried to perfection.  I like this mat because it folds and stores away easily.  It is very strong and can be machine washed.  Yet, he most valuable features are its absorbency... the mat holds four times its weight in water,  the mat cushions delicate dishes and stemware, and  the mat protects your counter top from scratches and scuffs.  Thanks to Influenster, I was able to give this mat a whirl and must say that it is a wonderful product for those of you who want to keep their dishes and counters in shape.

  I also found out that the company has a product that had man's (or woman's)best friend in mind...
 Did you ever wish that there was an easier way to saoak up the water that your pet could  not keep in their bowl because they were so anxoius to get a drink? Been there, done that.  That mat has anti-skid bumps, so the bowl stays in place.  The mat absorbs up to 4 times its weight in water and radiates moisture from point of origin to help keep floors clean and dry.  This is so imporant when you want to keep your hard wood floors looking their best.  We love our pets, but sometimes they make a little bit of a mess.  This mat is just what the doctor ordered to remedy the issue at hand.
  Want more information?  Check out this link...
http://www.the-original-co.com/v3/default.aspx#.T_yHUmDgJPU

“The Many Uses of Ivory

  Any clean body and soul fanatics?  I have to admit that I love to feel clean, fresh, and content.  I think that Ivory is one of the few brands that can really grasp these features and mold them into one product.  The Ivory name represents a purity that most soaps have lost because of all of the extras they want to lure you in with.  We love to pamper our bodies, but for many of us, we don't want to incorporate all of the extra additives into are skin cleansing regimen.
  I have found so many uses for Ivory soap... I have used it in our trash bins... you can slice some flakes off of the bar and place it in the bottom of the trash bin in the basement or bathroom for a clean scent to mask the unpleasnt odors.  I have also cleansed my face with the soap to rid my skin of all of the impurities I can do without.  Yet, I keep resorting back to Ivory soap as a staple in my shower.  I truly feel that a product as pure as Ivory should be part of my daily routine.  Since the Ivory bar soap is 99.44% pure, I feel like I am truly cleansing my body and not harming it.  I love the way my skin feels after a shower with Ivory... smooth, clean, and even radiant.  My shower is my oasis and Ivory is part of the guided tour.  Want more information?  Check this link out...

http://www.influenster.com/Product-Reviews/Ivory-Soap
  I had the opportunity to use the Ivory bar soap thanks to Influenster.  I received a bar of Ivory soap in the Mom VoxBox and was thrilled to use the product.  I just learned that others have made soap carvings out of their Ivory soap.  I have my work cut out for me... :)

Dino Lingo

  Did you ever want to learn a new languauge?  Did your children ever ask what others are saying and you really were not too sure, but would like to know as well?  Dino Lingo is the way to go!  Not only can you learn along with your children, but the lessons are simply fun!  The dinosaurs that teach you what different things are in another language are adorable. 
  I wanted to teach my children Spanish, so I clicked on the free lesson link to see what they thought. 
http://dinolingo.com/languages/free_lesson.html
  They were hooked and thought that the dinosaurs were really cool.  The benefit of Dino Lingo is that the characters stress reiteration of objects, so that the child will repeat it.  This allows them to put a word with an object and also practice pronouncing the words.
  The process is broken down into three steps...
1) Songs, dinosaurs, and animation
2) Confidence Building
3) Interactivity
  I really liked that there were subtitles on the bottom of the objects, too.  The voices that are pronouncing the words are native to the language, so you hear the words pronounced correctly.  I would highly recommend Dino Lingo to others who want to learn a new languauge along with their children because it is both fun and easy to learn.  http://dinolingo.com/

Quaker Soft Baked Oatmeal Cookies

Hey there!  Are you looking for a cookie that is big enough to be considered a snack and tastes great?  Look no further.  Quaker delivered this great supersized cookie that is not only soft-baked, but large, yummy, and comes in a variety of flavors.  I must say that I don't always have time to bake and like to pack a treat in my family's lunches.  I was able to sample Quaker's Soft-Baked Oatmeal Cookie thanks to Influenster.  The Oatmeal Raisin cookie was part of Influenster's Mom VoxBox.  I received the product for testing purposes, so I am speaking of the cookie in my own opinion. I liked the texture, the taste, and the convenience when I don't have time to bake, but still want to let my family know that they have earned a treat.  The flavors are Oatmeal Raisin, Apple Cinnamon, Banana Nut, and Chocolate Almond.  I can't wait to try them all... can you? You can find them in the cookie ails of the grocery store or conveniently delivered to your house from www.Amazon.com.  Want more information?  Check this link out...
http://www.influenster.com/Product-Reviews/Quaker-Soft-Baked-Oatmeal-Cookies 

http://www.quakeroats.com/products/other-products/Soft-Baked-Cookies/Raisins.aspx

Dr. Scholl's For Her Ball of Foot Cushions Review

Ouch!  My toes feel all scrunched up in my shoes... sigh!  Wait a second... I just remembered that Dr. Scholl's For Her Ball of Foot Cushions can make the pain stop!  Dr. Scholl's came out with the only ball of the foot product made with FabuSTEP gel, which not only stays in place while you wear the gels in your shoes, but also will not damage your shoes.
  Thanks to Influenster, I was able to try out this really fabulous product.  The Gels were part of the Spring VoxBox.  I was really intrigued with how the gel actually gripped into the shoe, so my foot would not slide forward.  I was a little worried that the inside of my shoes would get rubbed by the gels, but nope, not with Dr. Scholl's.  The idea is that the ball of your foot is cushioned, while your toes are not sacrificed by getting jammed together and squished.  I wear lots of different shoes and quite often.  I wear different shoes for different occasions and on different terrains.  I must say that I have noticed a complete change after using these gels in my shoes.  I used to feel like my feet had been burned up and now they feel like they are ready for more challenges.  I like that you don't have to trim them either.  Nobody can see them because they are so small.  If you are afraid that they might not be for you, but really think that they might make a difference... then try them and if you don't like the results, no frets... there is a money back guarantee. 
  Influenster, thank you so much with allowing me to try such a unique and innovative product that has actually changed the way I treat my feet.  I am able to tackle more obstacles and miss out on nothing.  This product will prove to be a girl's best friend... if it hasn't already!
  Check out this link more more information...
http://www.drscholls.com/drscholls/products/ForHerBallofFootCushions.jspa

Sally Hansen Salon Effects

Have you ever had the urge to dress up your nails, but didn't have time to put on nail polish?  Did you ever want to really add some flare to your nails, but didn't know how to do that?  Did you ever want to turn heads because your nails looked so cool?  Yep... me too!
  I had the opportunity to try Sally Hanson Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips thanks to Influenster in the Spring Vox Box.  The product that I received was #440 Animal Instinct.  Can I tell you that this color was beyond perfect for me...  I am a huge fan of the 80's hair band Twisted Sister and this is the kind of product that they would have wore if it was available back then. 
  So, here is how to use the Real Nail Polish strips... You get a sheet of instructions, two packs of nail strips (one for each hand), a file and buffer, and a huge wooden toothpick to clean your nails prior to application.  When you take the strips out they smell like nail polish in a bottle... yep!  that's because they are nail polish (on strips).  Ready to apply, okay, here we go... You match up which strip fits each nail... then you peel back the film, break off the end, and press onto your nail.  Hold tight for a little bit... okay, let go.  Now, they suggest using the file and buffer, but with short nails like mine... I trim them down with nail clippers, then buff them.  Keep up the process until all nail strips are on and now you look like a true rock star!  I am so happy that Sally Hanson came out with this hot new product and I am beyond ecstatic that I got to try the nail strips out thanks to Influenster!  Thank you so, so much and I am ready to play my 80's hair band music now... gotta go! ;)
  Click this link to learn and see more...
http://www.influenster.com/Product-Reviews/sally-hansen-salon-effects

Remember. the nail strips...

• No dry time

• Lasts up to 10 days
• Removes easily with nail polish remover

• 40 must-have styles

Like tea? Try this site...

http://www.egotea.com/tea/herbal/

If you are looking for some great offerings in reference to tea, then EgoTea is the place to go.  I think that we get bored of the same flavors over and over, so there are many options here to change up your tea routine.  I really like the herbals, but the flowering teas are a little different.  Check them out and let me know what you think...