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French Toast School Uniforms (Review & Giveaway)

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Yay! The kids are back in school! I am sure I am not the only mom that was ready and willing to send those bundles of joy off for the first day.   However, I admit I didn’t enjoying doing all that school shopping!  Our kids used to have to wear uniforms and I LOVED IT! I didn’t have to worry about trying to find the latest styles and fighting with my kids about all the stuff we didn’t agree on!  Of course the kids hated the uniforms, but I was still able to find stylish options from French Toast that didn’t break the bank!

French Toast makes clothes that are really unlike what most people think of when they imagine school uniforms. They are actually stylish compared to other brands.  So when they contacting me to do a review and giveaway I was super excited and happy to do it.  I knew my middle schoolers would refuse to wear them so I decided to have Jada do it. Since Jada is very picky, I let Jada pick out what she wanted.  I was shocked that she actually liked almost everything!  She picked her selection and then created me a list of items that I needed to buy from the site.  For the review she picked the Short Sleeve Belted Blouse, Pleated Scooter with Square Buckle Belt, Canvas Safari Shirtdress and the lovely Boyfriend Duster.   Here are a few pictures of her trying them on below…

 

The package came in the cutest package ever!  I waited till Jada came home to fully open it. She was super excited when she came home from school to find her new outfits.  She actually decided to wear the skirt and white shirt the next day for picture day! Talk about a big shocker!  At first I thought that I should have went up a size.  Luckily, after she got them on they actually fit perfect.  I was also happy to find out they didn’t shrink after washing and drying! French Toast prices can’t be beat! So if you are looking for uniforms make sure to check them out today. Currently you can get 10% OFF your order with French Toast using coupon code QLSC10 today!

As you can see it in the pictures the outfits are very fashionable! And trust me if Jada likes it, that means way more than what I say! I am sure by now most of you know she is very high maintenance to be just 7!

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One lucky winner will win you choice of two tops and one bottom from frenchtoast.com. To enter leave a comment below letting me know what item is your favorite on Frenchtoast.com
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Try Nopalea for winter Joint pain.

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Inflammation is a natural occurrence in the body. In some cases, it is designed to protect the body when it is at normal levels. But if inflammation increases to levels that are abnormally high, it can be painful and detrimental to your health. That’s where Nopalea can be beneficial to the body.

Nopalea is not a pill that you take for your inflammation. Rather it is a wellness drink that comes from the benefits of the Nopal cactus, a plant which has properties that have been used for hundreds of years to relieve inflammation and other problems. You can get these properties that are beneficial to your health with every 32 ounce bottle of Napolea because it contains many of the ingredients found in the Nopal fruit.

Nopalea helps the body deal with abnormal levels of inflammation because it reduces the toxins that you ingest on a daily basis. As a result, it helps keep your health at optimal levels because it also has rare antioxidants and other ingredients that make it ideal for reducing inflammation. So far, more than three million people have enjoyed these health benefits and many more continue to test and experience the benefits provided by Nopalea.

As cooler weather approaches many people who suffer from Stiff joints and muscle pain will start seeing an increase in pain. As the weather changes, the tissue around the joints can expand and cause inflammation, putting added pressure on them and making them feel more painful.  Here are a few tips to minimize winter’s impact of muscle pain.

Stay active- Often times people are not as active during the colder months. Exercise can help keep joints moving, strengthen muscles connected to joints.  Don’t let the outdoor weather stop you! If you don’t want to walk outside head to the mall and walk around or better yet get a gym membership.

Keep up a healthy diet- During the winter months and Holidays we often gain weight due to eating more foods that are higher in calorie. So it’s very important to try to maintain a healthy diet throughout the winter.   This will help Controlling excess weight gain , which puts  strain on already sore joints, is a key element of managing your joint pain.

Add Nopalea to your daily routine: The Company is currently offering a free 32oz bottle of Nopalea, a natural anti-inflammatory drink to everyone who visits the site and calls their 1-800 number – only $9.95 shipping and handling.

You Wave Ultra by Conair,Conair Retractable Bristle Brush (Giveaway)

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Many of you know that Princess Jada loves to get her hair done.  However she is super picky.  Even at just age 7 she knows what she likes and don’t like when it comes to her hair.  So most mornings, I am doing this child’s hair like she is at a beauty salon!  Those simply pony tails I used to get away with doing on my older daughter don’t fly with Jada! So we love to try new hair products.

Recently I was invited to review the You Wave Ultra by Conair, and the Conair Retractable Bristle Brush

More about You Wave Ultra by Conair

Even if you can’t hit the beach, you can still create superhot, straight-off-the sand waves with the You Wave Ultra by Conair. This singular styler utilizes Tourmaline Ceramic™ technology for smoothness that prevents hot spots, reduces frizz and helps eliminate static. There’s 30-second instant heat-up, with temps that reach an ultra-high level of 400°F. To create your sexy summer style, begin by parting the hair into three sections. Starting an inch or so from the roots, slide the hair section in and hold the styler in place for 5 to 10 seconds. Move down the hair and continue until all hair is styled. Let hair cool, and then break up the waves with your fingers to create a softer look. To add volume, tease at the roots.

 

Our Thoughts

I really loved the YouWave concept.  I also loved that it heated up in only 30 seconds and can reach temps to 400°F. However, It didn’t really do as well as I expected on our hair type.   I actually tried it on both of my daughters and my hair to see if I could get different results.  Jada’s hair turned out better compared to mine and Jasmine’s.  I saw other reviews and noticed they all had great results. So I am really thinking our results were due to the texture of our hair since it’s so thick and already naturally wavy and curly.  My friend is currently trying it and she loves it and has perfect results with it.  Jada really didn’t care for the look but I actually thought it was cute on her!  (I told you she was picky) she prefers wearing her hair straight or curly. Over all I think this is a great product for someone that wants waves.

 

Our Results

Here are a couple of pictures of the girl’s hair using the YouWave. As you can see the results was actually pretty good with Jada.  Jasmine’s hair is SUPER thick so even going over it two times didn’t do much for her. Plus her hair is naturally wavy.

 

 

Buy It!

You Wave Ultra by Conair is available nationwide at mass market and drug- store retailers, as well as at www.conair.com, for an average retail price of $39.99.

 



More about Conair Retractable Bristle Brush

Get all the benefits of a round brush, without the tangles! The Conair Retractable Brush retracts its bristles to achieve a salon-finished look, tangle-free. Create soft waves, fun curls or add body and fullness to your style. This easy to use brush has patented retractable bristles which retract into the barrel with just the push of a button, instantly releasing hair to increase shine and reduce frizz. Just rotate the brush base to start anew. This handy tool is perfect for travel, and the retracting bristles makes for an easy-clean finish and protects them from damage.

Our Thoughts

We both loved the brush!  Jada’s hair tends to tangle a lot in other round brushes like this. However, with this brush we had no tangles! I loved that the brush was Retractable!  It also left her hair less frizzy especially when blowing drying.  Another great thing is HOW EASY it is to clean!  So if you like to use round brushes but tend to avoid them due to tangles make sure to check this brush out!

Buy It!

Release your style with the Conair Retractable Bristle Brush, available nationwide at mass market and drug retailers for an average retail price of $14.99.

 

WIN IT!

One lucky winner will win a Conair Retractable Bristle Brush! To enter Just leave a comment below letting me know about one product you have to have for your hair! I will pick the lucky winner 10/14/2012!a Rafflecopter giveaway

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Sweeping Saturday 9/29/2012

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Do you Have Giveaways? Please Share them here! Every Saturday there is new post with a Mr. Linky for you to list your giveaways. So Please Check weekly To Add yours!

 

That’s It hand over all your electronics!

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Yes, I finally did it. I have taken all the kid’s electronics from them.  I hated to do it, but I knew it had to be done.  I am sure everyone by now knows how strict I am when it comes to school and grades. I was left without any other option.  Middle school is no joke!  The last couple of years I have tried to explain to the kids that the teachers actually require more out of them. They also are not there to baby them and keep reminding them when things need to be turned in.  If you saw my rant on Facebook Yesterday, I am sure you know this is a follow up from that post.  If not let me explain, I am a grade stalker! I log in and look at my kids grades daily; I even have the app on my phone that sends me notifications when grades are entered into the system.  So I am aware of grades even before the kids know what they made.

Yesterday morning, I noticed that a couple of the things that needed a grade were marked missing!  So I sent the teachers a quick email following up. Each teacher responded back very fast. I learned that they were behind in updating the system. However, I still noticed that some of the grades in my son’s Honors class were not adding up. I knew for a fact he done his homework. I watched him do it!  Come to find out he didn’t turn the 2nd part in so he had 2 grades showing 50%!  Luckily the teacher was nice enough to ask him about it during class and get the 2nd part.   So now I am waiting for the grades to update again.  With two homework grades at a 50% it dropped his A to an 87%. Some might not think that’s a big deal.  I know he doesn’t either, but I do!  Especially when I know, he did it and 2 he knows his stuff. Plus his homework is an easy 100! So there is no excuse! Then I decided to check with his social studies teacher about a grade that has been missing for a couple of weeks now. She tells me he still hasn’t turned it in. So, now he has lied to my face because he has told me over and over he has turned it in and she is just behind in grading.  This one zero has his class average grade a 76! NO ,NO ,NO! I am not having it.  I try to push for all A’s but the lowest we take in this house is an 85 B and there better be a good reason for even that!   Then we have MATH, His favorite subject of all times. He is struggling this year. Why, I don’t know. To be honest I really don’t think he is even trying.  When we ask he gives me this look like he is confused.  So he has 4 more weeks to bring his math grade up to an 85! All his other classes He is doing pretty well but not where I think they should be. No, I am not asking too much! I know he can do it. If I didn’t know for a fact he couldn’t make an 85 or better trust me I wouldn’t be so hard on him!

With Jas, I am a little more forgiving with her. She has always struggled in school. I know some stuff she really doesn’t get. However, so far this year has been the BEST YEAR EVER! She had a perfect progress report!  BUT, Now I am seeing signs that she is getting back into old habits. Her 100% average in one class is now a 71!! Reason being, she didn’t turn in a homework packet that counted 3 times! So that was 3 zeros and she had 2 test that was 87%.  How many times do I have to tell these kids that Zeros will KILL the average grade! I ask her tonight where this homework packet was and guess what she has no IDEA!

So I decided to pull out the binders. OMG what a mess! They have just been throwing papers in there and not even worrying that they don’t even have them in the right dividers! I went crazy! So we spent an hour organizing them and getting the back in order.  So I decided that I had to make some big changes. I ask them to hand over phones, laptops, game systems, kindles, and yes I cut off the tvs.  They are going to learn today that I am no longer going to give them a pass. I know what they are capable of and it’s not this for sure.  So we are starting a brand new routine around here.  We will be spending all that free time studying instead of wasting time on electronics.

Now here is the real kicker. Basketball tryouts start in 2 weeks. I still haven’t decided if I should let them even try out.  I love them playing sports but my rule has always been grades before sports. Plus if they are struggling now without sports what’s going to happen when they are having practice every night and 1 game per week?  And trust me I am the parent that will pull my child off the team if the grades start dropping. However, that’s not fair for their team mates.  Parents help me out?! They know I am serious about sports and grades so I would have thought they wouldn’t even be testing the waters till at least basketball season IS OVER!

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